ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

LITERATURE QUESTIONS

INTRODUCTION TO LITERARY STUDIES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following may be an antagonist to the protagonist of a novel?
A
Another character
B
The protagonist
C
Society
D
All of these
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The protagonist is the “good guy” main character who drives the story forward, while the antagonist is the “bad guy” main character or force that stands in the way of the protagonist’s goals. The relationship between these two main characters is often what makes a film exciting and suspenseful.

Detailed explanation-2: -A protagonist and antagonist are opposites – antonyms. The protagonists are generally the good guys (even it means that sometimes they are antiheroes) while antagonists are generally the bad guys. Look at the protagonists and antagonists in Disney films or in classic children’s fairytales.

Detailed explanation-3: -FAQs About Protagonist vs Antagonist In literature, a protagonist is the main character of the story. They may be the good guy, but sometimes they are evil. The antagonist, in contrast, works against this main character to stop them from reaching their goal.

Detailed explanation-4: -When in this role, they are often called the antihero. Examples are Now You See Me, the Fast and Furious series, and others where the protagonist is the “bad guy".

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