This document discusses characters and plot in drama. It defines characters as real or fictional people in a narrative. A protagonist is the main character who drives the story forward, while an antagonist opposes the protagonist. Characters can be dynamic and change over time or static and remain the same. They can also be round/complex or flat/one-dimensional. The document also defines plot as the structure of a story's events, typically including exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution. Common plot types are linear, episodic, cumulative, and circular. Conflict is essential to plot and can involve a character against themselves, another character, nature, society, or supernatural forces.
This presentation introduces students to the classical definition of tragedy. After the presentation--and after reading Macbeth--the students prepare a debate on whether Macbeth is really a tragedy by the classical definition.
This presentation introduces students to the classical definition of tragedy. After the presentation--and after reading Macbeth--the students prepare a debate on whether Macbeth is really a tragedy by the classical definition.
Drama its origin: growth & development by Suhail Ahmed SolangiSohail Ahmed Solangi
An effort to search the exact history of drama along with its development. This work also includes all the eras of English Literature with its link to Drama.
However, one presentation couldn't define a complete history of drama.
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Drama its origin: growth & development by Suhail Ahmed SolangiSohail Ahmed Solangi
An effort to search the exact history of drama along with its development. This work also includes all the eras of English Literature with its link to Drama.
However, one presentation couldn't define a complete history of drama.
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literary devices, elements & techniques.pptxJerwinMojico
21st century literature from the Philippines and the world. a subject in Senior High which focuses on understanding and appreciating various literary text.
This home work is for the story by Flannery OConnor, A Good Man I.docxjwilliam16
This home work is for the story by Flannery O"Connor, A Good Man Is Hard To Find. As we study and discuss the story in class we learn about the power of a narrator, the carefully created traits of supporting characters, the power of setting and how the author uses these tools to describe the chosen theme. This two page paper asks you to focus on making a connection between
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(one) literary term and the primary text. This paper is short, hence ONE very specific aspect of the text must be chosen to discuss. The term you choose must be explained in detail. The necessity, presence, and relevance of this aspect throughout the story must be shown clearly. These are the terms
Plot
– The structure of the action; the meaningful manipulation of the action; one aspect of the total design of the story.
Action
– NOT a single event (boring!), but rather a series of events having
unity and significance
.
Narration
– To narrate is to tell a story, to tell what happened. Always be mindful of who the narrator is, where we are getting the story from. Is our narrator reliable? Trustworthy? Damaged?
Be mindful when reading texts chosen for this course to pay attention to
when narration shifts
.
Theme
– Not to be thought of as merely the topic of the story. It is what is made of the topic. It is the idea, the significance, the interpretation of persons and events in the total narrative. It is what we (as the reader) are to make of the human experience rendered in the story – always involving, (directly or indirectly) some comment on values in human nature and conduct.
Symbol
– An object, character, or incident that stands for something else, or suggests something else. The crown, the cross, or the flag are conventional symbols, but the symbols we are concerned with in these texts are not conventional. In fiction an author must make use of symbols at some level, not everything can be spelled out for us!
Foreshadowing
– (my favorite ‘f’ word) – The process of giving the reader a hint or clue of some event which is to follow late in the action. We (the reader) cannot make a blind leap, there must be some reasonable connection between the events – it may not be revealed as soon as we’d like, but it must be a logical connection.
Characters
– Characters are not real people! Be careful not to get too caught up with asking yourself whether or not you like this person, whether you’d hang out with them, or shouting at them to make better decisions. Pay attention to character traits and what they reveal about them; how they interact with other characters (and what that reveals), and what action or symbols are expressed through either characters alone of their involvement with others.
Setting
– The setting of a text is very relevant to all of the above; the traits of characters and how they interact with others; what kind of action can take place and when; they type of symbols that are present, and the theme, what message the author .
Levelwise PageRank with Loop-Based Dead End Handling Strategy : SHORT REPORT ...Subhajit Sahu
Abstract — Levelwise PageRank is an alternative method of PageRank computation which decomposes the input graph into a directed acyclic block-graph of strongly connected components, and processes them in topological order, one level at a time. This enables calculation for ranks in a distributed fashion without per-iteration communication, unlike the standard method where all vertices are processed in each iteration. It however comes with a precondition of the absence of dead ends in the input graph. Here, the native non-distributed performance of Levelwise PageRank was compared against Monolithic PageRank on a CPU as well as a GPU. To ensure a fair comparison, Monolithic PageRank was also performed on a graph where vertices were split by components. Results indicate that Levelwise PageRank is about as fast as Monolithic PageRank on the CPU, but quite a bit slower on the GPU. Slowdown on the GPU is likely caused by a large submission of small workloads, and expected to be non-issue when the computation is performed on massive graphs.
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Empowering the Data Analytics Ecosystem: A Laser Focus on Value
The data analytics ecosystem thrives when every component functions at its peak, unlocking the true potential of data. Here's a laser focus on key areas for an empowered ecosystem:
1. Democratize Access, Not Data:
Granular Access Controls: Provide users with self-service tools tailored to their specific needs, preventing data overload and misuse.
Data Catalogs: Implement robust data catalogs for easy discovery and understanding of available data sources.
2. Foster Collaboration with Clear Roles:
Data Mesh Architecture: Break down data silos by creating a distributed data ownership model with clear ownership and responsibilities.
Collaborative Workspaces: Utilize interactive platforms where data scientists, analysts, and domain experts can work seamlessly together.
3. Leverage Advanced Analytics Strategically:
AI-powered Automation: Automate repetitive tasks like data cleaning and feature engineering, freeing up data talent for higher-level analysis.
Right-Tool Selection: Strategically choose the most effective advanced analytics techniques (e.g., AI, ML) based on specific business problems.
4. Prioritize Data Quality with Automation:
Automated Data Validation: Implement automated data quality checks to identify and rectify errors at the source, minimizing downstream issues.
Data Lineage Tracking: Track the flow of data throughout the ecosystem, ensuring transparency and facilitating root cause analysis for errors.
5. Cultivate a Data-Driven Mindset:
Metrics-Driven Performance Management: Align KPIs and performance metrics with data-driven insights to ensure actionable decision making.
Data Storytelling Workshops: Equip stakeholders with the skills to translate complex data findings into compelling narratives that drive action.
Benefits of a Precise Ecosystem:
Sharpened Focus: Precise access and clear roles ensure everyone works with the most relevant data, maximizing efficiency.
Actionable Insights: Strategic analytics and automated quality checks lead to more reliable and actionable data insights.
Continuous Improvement: Data-driven performance management fosters a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
Sustainable Growth: Empowered by data, organizations can make informed decisions to drive sustainable growth and innovation.
By focusing on these precise actions, organizations can create an empowered data analytics ecosystem that delivers real value by driving data-driven decisions and maximizing the return on their data investment.
As Europe's leading economic powerhouse and the fourth-largest hashtag#economy globally, Germany stands at the forefront of innovation and industrial might. Renowned for its precision engineering and high-tech sectors, Germany's economic structure is heavily supported by a robust service industry, accounting for approximately 68% of its GDP. This economic clout and strategic geopolitical stance position Germany as a focal point in the global cyber threat landscape.
In the face of escalating global tensions, particularly those emanating from geopolitical disputes with nations like hashtag#Russia and hashtag#China, hashtag#Germany has witnessed a significant uptick in targeted cyber operations. Our analysis indicates a marked increase in hashtag#cyberattack sophistication aimed at critical infrastructure and key industrial sectors. These attacks range from ransomware campaigns to hashtag#AdvancedPersistentThreats (hashtag#APTs), threatening national security and business integrity.
🔑 Key findings include:
🔍 Increased frequency and complexity of cyber threats.
🔍 Escalation of state-sponsored and criminally motivated cyber operations.
🔍 Active dark web exchanges of malicious tools and tactics.
Our comprehensive report delves into these challenges, using a blend of open-source and proprietary data collection techniques. By monitoring activity on critical networks and analyzing attack patterns, our team provides a detailed overview of the threats facing German entities.
This report aims to equip stakeholders across public and private sectors with the knowledge to enhance their defensive strategies, reduce exposure to cyber risks, and reinforce Germany's resilience against cyber threats.
Adjusting primitives for graph : SHORT REPORT / NOTESSubhajit Sahu
Graph algorithms, like PageRank Compressed Sparse Row (CSR) is an adjacency-list based graph representation that is
Multiply with different modes (map)
1. Performance of sequential execution based vs OpenMP based vector multiply.
2. Comparing various launch configs for CUDA based vector multiply.
Sum with different storage types (reduce)
1. Performance of vector element sum using float vs bfloat16 as the storage type.
Sum with different modes (reduce)
1. Performance of sequential execution based vs OpenMP based vector element sum.
2. Performance of memcpy vs in-place based CUDA based vector element sum.
3. Comparing various launch configs for CUDA based vector element sum (memcpy).
4. Comparing various launch configs for CUDA based vector element sum (in-place).
Sum with in-place strategies of CUDA mode (reduce)
1. Comparing various launch configs for CUDA based vector element sum (in-place).
Chatty Kathy - UNC Bootcamp Final Project Presentation - Final Version - 5.23...John Andrews
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Title: Chatty Kathy: Enhancing Physical Activity Among Older Adults
Description:
Discover how Chatty Kathy, an innovative project developed at the UNC Bootcamp, aims to tackle the challenge of low physical activity among older adults. Our AI-driven solution uses peer interaction to boost and sustain exercise levels, significantly improving health outcomes. This presentation covers our problem statement, the rationale behind Chatty Kathy, synthetic data and persona creation, model performance metrics, a visual demonstration of the project, and potential future developments. Join us for an insightful Q&A session to explore the potential of this groundbreaking project.
Project Team: Jay Requarth, Jana Avery, John Andrews, Dr. Dick Davis II, Nee Buntoum, Nam Yeongjin & Mat Nicholas
1. DRAMA
Characters and Plot
Rini Wahyu Aulia (1488.203.029)
Lecture : Yahya Wahab, M.pd
The Institute of Teacher Training and
Education (STKIP) Nurul Huda Sukaraja
2017
2. Characters
• Characters are fictive or real persons that
think, act or are acted upon in a narrative
• The term plot-driven is sometimes used
to describe fiction in which a preconceived
storyline is the main thrust, with the
characters' behavior being molded by this
inevitable sequence of events. Plot-driven
is regarded as being the opposite of
character-driven, in which the characters
(are) the main focus of the work
(Wikipedia).
Not All Characters are
People
• Characters can be any
psychological presence or
personality
• Animals
• Robots
• Aliens
• Artificial intelligence
• Magical beings
• Spirits/ghosts
• Even objects
3. Protagonist vs. Antagonist Characters
• A protagonist is a main character
who generates the action of a
story and engages the reader's
interest and empathy. The
protagonist is often the hero or
heroine.
• The opposite of the protagonist is
the antagonist. An antagonist is a
character who opposes the
protagonist.
4. Dynamic vs. Static Characters
• The concept of dynamic and
static characters is closely tied to
character development. A
dynamic character is one who
goes through some sort of
change; they show character
development. A protagonist is
usually a dynamic character.
• Static characters, on the other
hand, are those who do not
change through out the course of
the story. They serve to show
contrast to dynamic ones,
refusing to grow and remaining in
one place or mentality.
5. Round vs. Flat Characters
• The concept of Round and Flat characters is also closely tied to character
development. Round characters are fully-developed figures in the story.
They are more realistic and complex and show a true depth of personality.
They require more attention by the reader; they can make surprise
decisions or puzzling ones. Many factors can affect round characters, and
they react to those factors realistically
• Flat characters are those who don't develop or change throughout the
course of the story. These characters are uncomplicated and one-
dimensional, having only one or two obvious qualities or characteristics.
One subcategory of the flat character is the stock character. A stock
character is a representation of some sort of stereotype. Stock characters
are usually predictable and exist to serve a specific purpose.
6. Confidant Character
• Someone in whom the central character confides, thus revealing the main
character’s personality, thoughts and intentions (does not need to be a
person)
Foil Character
• A character that is used to enhance another character through contrast
7. Plot (Definition)
• Plot – the structure of the action of a
story. In conventional stories, plot has
three main parts: rising action, climax,
and falling action leading to a resolution
or denouement (Harris & Hodges,
1995).
8. Plot Diagram
3
1
2 4
5
Exposition: the start of the story, the
situation before the action starts
Rising Action: the
series of conflicts and
crisis in the story that
lead to the climax
Climax: the turning
point, the most intense
moment—either
mentally or in action
Falling Action: all
of the action which
follows the climax
Resolution: the
conclusion, the tying
together of all of the
threads
9. Types of Plots
• There are four primary types of plots (modified from Anderson, 2006, & Lukens,
2007):
• Linear – plot is constructed logically and not by coincidence.
• Episodic – one incident or short episode is linked to another by common
characters or a unified theme.
• Cumulative – plots with lots of repetition of phrases, sentences, or events
with one new aspect added with each repetition.
• Circular – the characters in the story end up in the same place that they
were at the beginning of the story.
10. Plot : Conflict
• Conflict is the dramatic
struggle between two
forces in a story.
• Without conflict, there is no
plot!
• Usually introduced during the
rising action
• Faced head-on during the
climax
• Begins to work itself out
during the falling action
• Is resolved during the
resolution
• Other Types of Conflict :
• Character vs Supernatural
(Gods, ghosts, monsters, spirits,
aliens, etc)
• Character vs Fate (Fight for
choice; fight against destiny)
• Character vs Technology
(Computers, machines, etc)
11. • Plot: Character vs. Self Conflict (In this type of conflict, the main character
experiences some kind of inner conflict)
• Plot: Character vs. Character Conflict (This type of conflict finds the main
character in conflict with another character, human or not human)
• Plot: Character vs. Nature Conflict (This type of conflict finds the main
character in conflict with the forces of nature, which serve as the
antagonist)
• Plot: Character vs. Society Conflict (This type of conflict has the main
character in conflict with a larger group: a community, society, culture,
etc)
