Name: ____________________
Mrs. Jano
Date: _______
Eng. ___/____
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
Character Change Essay
Directions: Characters often change from the beginning of a story to the end of the
story. Ebenezer Scrooge is an example of a dynamic character that goes through a great
change in the story.
You will write a four paragraph essay explaining how Ebenezer Scrooge changes
throughout the story. You must have an introduction with a claim, two body
paragraphs and a conclusion. If you turn in one long paragraph, I will not read it!
You may use character traits to show this change, but you must cite textual
evidence (events from the story) from the play to prove character traits and
changes.
Use how Scrooge’s behavior and interactions with other characters proves a
change in him. EVIDENCE ! Be sure to discuss what causes this change.
You must proof read your work.
Use the graphic organizer to help you.
Scrooge at the beginning
Scrooge at the end