Crafting malevolent characters
I can explain and apply the key conventions a writer uses to craft a malevolent character.
Crafting malevolent characters
I can explain and apply the key conventions a writer uses to craft a malevolent character.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- A writer can use key conventions to craft a malevolent character in their writing.
- These conventions include: physical description, dialogue, and other characters' reactions.
- The contrast between dialogue and action can be used to imply a character is malevolent subtly.
- Bram Stoker's Count Dracula is a classic malevolent character.
Common misconception
Malevolent characters are always obviously and outwardly evil characters.
Ask pupils whether they can think of any characters from literature where their malevolence is implied or not explicitly stated at first. These characters are often dangerously deceptive.
Keywords
Malevolent - having or showing a wish to do evil to others
Convention - a way in which something is usually done or a key feature
Craft - the deliberate and skilful process of creating a written piece of communication
Malicious - the desire to harm others
Equipment
You will need an extract from Bram Stoker's 'Dracula' which is available in the additional materials.
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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