In the book Dodger, the setting influences the actions of the main character, Dodger. The effect of the setting on Dodger's character can be seen in two different scenes in the book. When Dodger finds his grandfather in the sewers after the storm, the storm plays a major role in his behaviors. Then, when he is in the crowded pub with Charlie, the environment of the pub itself influences how Dodger expresses his feelings about his childhood. In these examples the setting plays an important role in Dodger's experiences and actions. When Dodger is having fun after the storm, he finds his grandfather on the brink of death. “Dodger fought his way around the rat and into the smaller sewer, which was half clogged with debris – mostly pieces of wood, some as sharp as knives – and all the other debris that had been removed last night.” Due to the storm, the atmosphere of the sewers changes from a familiar place for Dodger to an unfamiliar place. Since Dodger grew up in the sewers, he was very used to navigating them with ease and was quite familiar with the sewers. The storm scenario and resulting chaos changes his behavior towards the sewers. Instead of being a natural navigator, he becomes hesitant and "works his way" through them. Furthermore, in addition to the physical challenges the storm creates, the setting of the storm also creates emotional turmoil for Dodger. "But to Dodger's astonished gaze it seemed that most of the debris was a man, and that man did not look well; there was nothing in place of one eye, but now the other was opening and he looked Dodger in the face. He smelled the face that Dodger looked at, and shuddered, because he said, "That"... middle of paper... also makes him alone when he finds his grandfather on the verge of death. Dodger is then responsible for helping the grandfather to die in a respectful manner. The second example where the setting influences his actions is when he is with Charlie at the pub. Although Dodger is quite uncomfortable in this situation, he does what is beyond the scope of his character and he confides in Charlie about his personal life So, these two examples bring me to my final point Because of the setting, Dodger changes as a character and does very surprising things to Charlie; Charlie knew, thus violating his rule of thumb about not telling tell people what they don't need to know. Each new situation creates challenges for Dodger to overcome, but the setting of each of those scenes makes him evolve as a character.