Foil Character

What is the main purpose of a foil in literature?

• To be the main antagonist

• To offer a contrast to another character, usually the protagonist

• To always be the sidekick

• To serve as the main character

Which of the following is NOT a correct example of a foil?

• A best friend volunteering at a charity to highlight the protagonist's selfishness

• The protagonist's first love compared to their true love

• A villain's evil traits making the hero's goodness stand out

• A character who shares the same traits as the protagonist

How can foils enhance the protagonist's attributes?

• By always agreeing with the protagonist

• By offering a contrast that highlights the protagonist's key qualities

• By being a stronger version of the protagonist

• By being exactly like the protagonist

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Which of the following characters is NOT necessarily a foil?

• The antagonist

• The protagonist's friend

• A rival

• A supporting character's pet

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What is a foil character?

• A character who is the same as another character.

• A character who provides comedic relief during serious scenes.

• A character who contrasts with another character in order to highlight qualities within the character.

• A character who is very serious throughout the course of the play.

What role does a foil character play in a drama?

• To serve as the main antagonist

• To provide comic relief

• To contrast with another character, emphasizing their traits

• To narrate the story

A character whose personality and attitude contrast sharply with those of another character is called what?

• Tragic Hero

• Foil Character

• Antagonist

• Tragic Waste

Character foils in literature are used to:

• Highlight the similarities between two characters

• Describe the setting in detail

• Emphasize the differences between two characters

• Resolve the main conflict

When two characters in a story have opposing traits to highlight each other's qualities, these characters are considered:

• Antagonists

• Protagonists

• Character foils

• Supporting characters

What is the term that describes a pair of characters who are opposite in many ways or highlight or exaggerate each others differences?

• Antagonist and Protagonist

• Dramatic Structure

• Dramatic Foil

• Dialogue