2006-09-03 05:39:41 · 2 answers · asked by beebee 1 in Social Science ➔ Other - Social Science
Do you mean a stock character? In fiction, a stock character is a stereotyped one: the absent-minded professor, the prostitute with a heart of gold, the evil stepmother, etc. They are so recognizable that the author doesn't have to spend time fleshing them out - we all recognize the type.
2006-09-03 06:03:31 · answer #1 · answered by keepsondancing 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A stock character is a fictional character that relies heavily on cultural types or stereotypes for its personality, manner of speech, and other characteristics. Stock characters are instantly recognizable to members of a given culture. In their most general form, stock characters are related to literary archetypes, but they are often more narrowly defined. Stock characters are a key component of genre, providing relationships and interactions that will be instantly recognizable to anyone familiar with a piece's genre. Stock characters make easy targets for any parody of a given genre, and the parody will likely exaggerate any stereotypes associated with these characters.good luck.
2006-09-03 15:04:48 · answer #2 · answered by tofmizzy2000 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋