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Signposts. Contrasts and Contradictions. contrast between what we would expect and what we observe the character doing Behavior that contradicts previous behavior or well-established patterns Behavior contrasts with how you would act in a situation
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Signposts Contrasts and Contradictions
contrast between what we would expect and what we observe the character doing • Behavior that contradicts previous behavior or well-established patterns • Behavior contrasts with how you would act in a situation • Reveals differences among more than one character What is a contrast or contradiction in literature?
Stop • Ask yourself: • Why would the character act/feel this way? What do I do when I notice a contrast or contradiction
Character development • Internal conflict • Theme • Relationship between setting and plot • Irony What it helps you understand/identify