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The part played by fictional characters
There are two main approaches to considering characters in novels: their role and their significance:
- Their role in the novel refers to the part they play in moving the plot forward
- Their significance refers to the way in which they contribute to the novel’s thematic content.
Investigate!
- Make a list of the main characters:
- Trace their role in the plot
- Their significance in the story.
- Do the same with the minor characters.
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