A type of character who is not described in depth and remains largely flat is called a

• A. static character
• B. flat character
• C. round character
• D. dynamic characters

Answer: (B)

A flat character is one who is not described in depth and remains largely one-dimensional. They show only a few traits and act in straightforward ways to support the story, without revealing much about their inner life or changing over time. This contrasts with round characters, who have many facets and complexities, and with dynamic characters, who undergo meaningful change. The description in the question fits flat perfectly, since it emphasizes minimal depth and a lack of development. For example, a loyal sidekick who simply supports the protagonist and doesn’t grow or reveal new sides to their personality is a flat character.