Guided Practice 3.2C1: Static and Dynamic Characters

Instructions

Look at the list of characters in the chart below. Beside the character, place a check mark in the box to indicate if the character is static (remains the same throughout the novel), or dynamic (changes during the novel).

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The only characters who show noticeable change during the novel are David and Rosalind. David finally separates himself from his community and from his father, which he had found hard to do. He never wanted to ask if his father was with the search party because he was not able to accept that his father might be hunting him down. He found out by accident through Petra, when Spiderman asks if his father is with the search party. Yet at the end David, realizes that he needs to be separated from the Old People to live his life fully.

Rosalind softens at the end, and takes down the amour she has used to protect herself. On the flight to the new world David, looks at her and says she is like a flower opening.

Michael, a leader throughout the story, remains a leader in the end; Petra is enthusiastic and child-like from beginning to end. Alan is spiteful and controlling in each encounter; Uncle Axel is open-minded and a constant support to David, and Joseph Strorm is righteous and strict right until his death.

Discussion Prompt

Take time to complete the chart exercise individually, then when you have finished, compare your answers with a partner. Discuss any differences in your responses.

Guidelines for contribution:

If your answers are all the same, then read the answer key together. Do you agree with the explanation? Comment on any parts that you disagree with, or feel are unfair to the characters, and explain your disagreement.


Complete Section Assignment 3.2A: Character Analysis while the information on character change is still fresh in your head.