Protagonist/Antagonist Illuminate Quizlet/Quizizz

What is the BEST definition of protagonist?

• the most powerful figure in a story

• the most interesting figure in a story

• the most honorable figure in a story

• the most central figure in a story

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The protagonist of a story is the

• main character.

• author.

• villain.

• love interest

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The relationship between a protagonist and an antagonist is BEST described as one of

• conflict

• support

• love

• jealousy

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Which of the following is a possible synonym for protagonist?

• main character

• stock character

• round character

• minor character

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Which of the following is a possible synonym for antagonist?

• ally

• lover

• a rival

• friend

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Which of the following statements is NOT true?

• The antagonist is the opponent of the protagonist.

• The audience is meant to identify with the protagonist.

• The protagonist is a model for the audience to follow.

• The antagonist is also known as an enemy or rival.

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Which of the following is a possible synonym for protagonist?

• rival

• hero

• sidekick

• writer

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A defect in the character of the protagonist is considered a tragic flaw when

• it can be easily identified by the audience.

• it results in his or her failure, ruin, or demise.

• it proves helpful in defeating the antagonist.

• it is something that most people can relate to

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A serial killer named Jacob Roberts works as a long-haul trucker. He travels from state to state dropping off deliveries and picking up victims. Hot on his trail is a young detective named George Spinetti who is eager to solve his first big case. Roberts becomes increasingly aware that Spinetti is onto him, and he begins to toy with him by leaving cryptic clues at the scenes of his crimes. Although he always seems to be one step ahead of his pursuer, Roberts grows increasingly paranoid as time goes on, and his behavior spirals out of control as thoughts of his impending capture overwhelm him.

Based on this summary, Jacob Roberts is

• the antagonist of the story because he is an immoral character.

• the protagonist of the story because he is at odds with Spinetti.

• the antagonist of the story because he is at odds with Spinetti.

• the protagonist of the story because he is the central character.