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Behavior in AP English Literature

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Verified for the 2027 exam•Fiveable Content Team

Definition

Behavior encompasses the actions, reactions, and mannerisms of characters in a literary work. It reveals their personalities, motivations, and relationships with others.

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Topic 1.1: Interpreting the role of character in fiction

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