This question is based on General Literary Principles A multifaceted character in literature is regarded as

1. Analyze the question The question asks for the term used for a "multifaceted" character, meaning one with many sides, traits, and complexity.

2. Explain the concept In literary studies, characters are commonly classified (following E.M. Forster) as:

• Flat character: one-dimensional, built around a single trait or idea. They do not change and are predictable (e.g., a typical villain with only evil traits).
• Round character: complex and realistic, with many traits, strengths, flaws, and inner conflicts. They can grow, change, and even surprise the reader.

"Multifaceted" literally means "having many facets (sides)", which matches a round character.

3. Go through the options

• A. Flat character: the opposite of multifaceted, as it is simple and one-dimensional.
• B. Round character: complex and well developed, with many sides. ✔
• C. Comic character: a character who provides humour or comic relief. This describes function, not complexity.
• D. Lucid character: "lucid" means clear or easy to understand. It is not a standard term for character types.

4. Answer The correct option is B. round character.

5. Exam tip Picture a flat sheet of paper (only one side) and a round ball (many sides). Flat means one trait, round means many. In Nigerian texts, a character like Okonkwo in Things Fall Apart is round: brave and driven, but also fearful, proud, and capable of tenderness. Keep going, you're doing well!