UI Post-UTME Literature in English 2024 (Model questions) Question 21

Question 21

Literary Terms and Devices

What distinguishes a 'flat character' from a 'round character'?

  1. A.Flat characters are complex and change over time
  2. B.Flat characters are predictable and unchanging
  3. C.Flat characters narrate the story
  4. D.Flat characters always oppose the protagonist
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Flat characters are predictable and unchanging)

Explanation

Flat characters are simple and do not develop; round characters are complex and change.