Character Flaws
“We all have 'em; even the great
epic hero, Odysseus.”
What is a flaw?
• Write down what you think this word
means?
• In a minute, you will share your thinking
with a TPS partner.
• TPS
Definition of a flaw
• An imperfection
• A defect or shortcoming
• Something that keeps something from
being perfect
• When we are discussing literature, we are
usually referring to a character flaw.
What is a character flaw?
• It is a weakness or imperfection in the character
of a person
• The flaw can be a problem that directly affects
the character's actions and abilities, such as a
violent temper.
• Flaws can add depth and humanity to the
characters in a narrative. For example, the
sheriff with a gambling addiction, the action hero
who is afraid of heights, or a lead in a romantic
comedy who must overcome his insecurity
regarding male pattern baldness are all
characters whose flaws help provide dimension.
What are some examples of a
character flaw?
• Take a minute and create a list of possible
character flaws.
• TPS
• Share out
Examples of Character Flaws
• Too dependent on
parents
• Judgmental
• Stealing
• Racist
• Prejudice
• Rudeness
• Insecurity
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Disrespect
Bullying
Violent
Anger problems
Sympathy seeker
What are some character flaws of
Odysseus?
• Create a three column chart.
• Label the first column CHARACTER
FLAW.
• Label the second column TEXT
REFERENCE
• Label the third column LINE & PAGE
NUMBER