Which term describes characters that change, grow, or learn something by the end of the story?

• A. Denotation
• B. Dynamic Characters
• C. Simile
• D. Major Characters

Answer: (B)

The idea being tested is recognizing characters who change as the story unfolds. That kind of character is described as dynamic. Dynamic characters evolve—they grow, learn something new, or shift their perspectives by the end of the tale. The prompt points to that kind of change, so dynamic characters is the right label.

Think of it this way: dynamic characters are the ones whose inner world or actions transform because of the events they experience. In contrast, static characters stay much the same from start to finish. The other terms aren’t about character change: denotation is a word’s literal meaning, simile is a comparison using like or as, and major characters are about importance or centrality, not whether they change.