WAEC Literature in English 2019 Objective — Question 18
Question 18 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Literature in English 2019 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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In a literary work, the foil is one who
- A. complements another character
- B. contrasts with another characterCorrect
- C. introduces the conflict
- D. resolves the conflict
Explanation
A foil is a character that contrasts with (and is usually inferior to) the main character, heightening the main character's qualities. Example: Aloho is a foil to Ogeyi in Harvest of Corruption; Laertes is a foil to Hamlet.
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