WAEC Literature in English 2017 Objective — Question 10
Question 10 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Literature in English 2017 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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10. The leading character in a literary work is the
- A. A. foil
- B. B. villain
- C. C. antagonist
- D. D. protagonistCorrect
Explanation
A protagonist is the leading character in a literary work. A protagonist doubles as a hero or heroine when he or she has those qualities required of a hero or a heroine. A protagonist does not necessarily need to be a hero or heroine; he or she can just be a leading character in a literary work.
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