Protagonists and Antagonists in Stories

The video tutorial explains the roles of protagonists and antagonists in stories. The protagonist is often the hero and central character, while the antagonist opposes them, creating conflict. Antagonists can be human or non-human forces. Examples from fairy tales illustrate these roles. An exercise helps identify protagonists and antagonists in a story. The video concludes with a review of these concepts.

What is the primary role of a protagonist in a story?

• To narrate the story from a third-person perspective

• To serve as the central character and often the hero

• To create obstacles for the antagonist

• To act as a neutral character in the plot

How is the story typically presented from the protagonist's perspective?

• From a neutral observer's perspective

• Through the antagonist's viewpoint

• From the protagonist's point of view, showing their thoughts and feelings

• Through a series of flashbacks

Which of the following can be an antagonist in a story?

• A helpful mentor

• A supportive friend

• A force of nature like a hurricane

• A neutral bystander

What is a key trait of an antagonist in a story?

• They never disguise themselves

• They are always a natural disaster

• They lead the conflict against the protagonist

• They always help the protagonist

In the story of Cinderella, who are the antagonists?

• The fairy godmother

• The king

• The evil stepmother and stepsisters

• The prince

In the tale of Hansel and Gretel, who is the antagonist?

• Hansel

• The witch

• The candy house

• Gretel

Which character is the protagonist in 'The Wizard of Oz'?

• The Wicked Witch of the West

• The Scarecrow

• Dorothy

• The Tin Man

What is the main conflict between Molly and Lindsay in the example provided?

• They are working together on a project

• They are fighting over a friend

• They are rivals in a spelling bee

• They are competing in a sports event

How does Lindsay's behavior affect Molly in the story example?

• It motivates Molly to work harder

• It makes Molly feel confident

• It causes Molly's stomach to sink and feel nervous

• It has no effect on Molly

What should you consider when identifying the protagonist in a story?

• The character who narrates the story

• The character who has the most friends

• The character who is central to the plot

• The character who is least involved in the plot