Protagonist/Antagonist

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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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

The protagonist of a story is the

• main character.

• author.

• villain.

• love interest

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

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

• conflict

• support

• love

• jealousy

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which of the following is a possible synonym for protagonist?

• main character

• stock character

• round character

• minor character

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which of the following is a possible synonym for antagonist?

• ally

• neighbor

• a rival

• friend

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which of the following is a possible synonym for protagonist?

• rival

• hero

• sidekick

• writer

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

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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