The Dynamics of the Novel

A dynamic character is one who undergoes change.  He, by circumstance, fate, realization, etc.  is different than when we met him. A static character doesn't change. He stays the same.  In addition, events happen to show this change also.

Let's look at  several characters and events to determine if they have changed from the beginning to the end of the novel.

When you are through looking at these clips and reading the scripts, test yourself on what you have learned. 

Click on the characters on the left to move through this analysis.