Character Types Quiz

The main character who is trying to reach a goal or destination.

• Protagonist

• Antagonist

• Hero

• Foil

A person who opposes the protagonist trying to prevent them from reaching their goals.

• Protagonist

• Antagonist

• Supporting Character

• Leading Character

The main fictional character who, in the face of danger, shows courage or strength.

• Protagonist

• Antagonist

• Foil

• Hero

The main protagonist in a work of literature. (Another word for protagonist.)
Choose the answers from our notes.

• Leading Character

• Supporting Character

• Main Character

• Cast

A person who plays a role in the life of the protagonist. This character is used for world building.

• Leading Character

• Main Character

• Supporting Character

• Foil

Someone who contrasts another character to highlight their qualities.

• Antagonist

• Supporting Character

• Foil

• Understudy

A weakness in a character that brings about the downfall of the hero.

• Understudy

• Foil

• Tragic Flaw

• Antagonist

A group of musicians, actors, or dancers who perform together.

• Choir

• Supporting Character

• Understudy

• Ensemble/Chorus

A person who learns another's role in order to act as a replacement at short notice.

• Ensemble

• Understudy

• Foil

• Hero

Which of the following is NOT a character type from your notes this week?

• Antagonist

• Protagonist

• Main Character

• Leading Character