*Vocabulary 2.7 8th Grade (Antagonist)

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What is a synonym for 'antagonist'?

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opponent

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Define 'flagrant'.

Back

extremely bad, glaring; scandalous, notorious

Front

What is a synonym for 'flagrant'?

Back

blatant

Front

What does 'antagonist' mean?

Back

a person who actively opposes or is hostile to someone or something; an adversary

Front

Who is the 'protagonist' in a story?

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the main character who drives the story forward, often facing challenges.

Front

What is the opposite of 'antagonist'?

Back

protagonist

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Provide an example of an antagonist in literature.

Back

Iago from Shakespeare's Othello.

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What role does an antagonist play in a story?

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They create conflict for the protagonist.

Front

What is the meaning of 'opponent'?

Back

a person who competes against or fights another in a contest, game, or argument.

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What is the meaning of 'blatant'?

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done openly and unashamedly; very obvious.