Question 31
Literary Terms and DevicesA character that heavily relies on cultural types for his manner of speech, his personality and other distinguishing characteristics is
- A.a fictional character
- B.a stock character
- C.a rounded character
- D.an antagonist.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (a stock character)
Explanation
A stock character is a familiar, conventional type, such as the wicked stepmother or the boastful soldier, recognised by audiences from tradition.