Chapter 1
Chapter 1 Character
Characters are the people, animals, or even objects that take part in a story. They can be real or imaginary. In most stories, characters are what make the story interesting. We get to know them, follow their actions, and see how they change from the beginning to the end of the story.
There are two main types of characters:
- Main Character – This is the character the story focuses on the most. The main character has a problem or goal they are trying to reach. We often see the story through their eyes and learn about their feelings, thoughts, and choices.
- Supporting Characters – These are other characters who play smaller roles but still help make the story complete. Supporting characters might be friends, family members, or even enemies of the main character. They often help or challenge the main character in some way.
Characters can be realistic, meaning they feel like real people, or they can be fantastical, like wizards, talking animals, or robots. The way a character acts, speaks, and thinks helps us understand what kind of person they are. Sometimes, characters change during the story—they learn something important or grow in a new way.
How much do you remember about the characters in Chapter 1 of The Way It Works?
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