Write a short response to an element of the novel Choose one of the following topics and write an essay of at least 200 words.

1. Where does the crisis that changes Aronnax's evaluation of Captian Nemo occur?
Describe the event(s) that led up to it.

2. How did Captain Nemo change through the course of the novel?

3. Take an example of a static character, Conseil, and explain why you think he did not change.

4. Take the last paragraph of the novel and discuss it in Christian terms.

5. Read Luke 18:10-14 for examples of a static character (a character who does not change during the course of the story) and a dynamic character (a character that does change throughout the course of the story). Explain which character is static and why, and which character is dynamic and why.

6. You have been taking notes on characters in the novel. Write a short essay sketching the character of Captain Nemo and one other character.

Hint: Discuss Captain Nemo's physical attributes, outlook on life, education, manners, and so on. Then compare Captain Nemo and the other character you choose.
You will be graded on the following criteria:

1. Clearly state your answer and support it with evidence from the text. Use specific quotes.

2. Make sure each paragraph contains one main idea and support. Use complete sentences including compound and complex sentences.

3. Include an introductory paragraph, proper transitions, and an appropriate conclusion.

4. Make sure your essay contains no errors in conventions such as spelling and grammar errors, and is at least 200 words long.