What term describes a character who does not change from the beginning to the end?

• A. Static Character
• B. Dynamic Character
• C. Round Character
• D. Flat Character

Answer: (A)

The main idea being tested is whether a character stays the same or changes over the course of a story. A character who does not change from the beginning to the end is described as static. Static characters keep the same personality, values, and goals as events unfold, reacting in predictable ways and not undergoing inner growth. They can still play important roles by enabling other characters to develop or by highlighting themes through contrast. By contrast, a dynamic character experiences a meaningful inner transformation—shifts in beliefs, attitudes, or motivations—due to experiences in the narrative. A round character is a well-developed, complex figure with multiple traits, who can be either static or dynamic, though dynamic is common for round characters. A flat character is one-dimensional, with limited traits, and typically does not undergo change. So describing a character who stays the same from start to finish uses static.