WAEC Literature in English 2025 Objective — Question 11

Question 11 of 51 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Literature in English 2025 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

A character who serves as a contrast to another character in a literary work is known as the

A. A. antagonist
B. B. clown
C. C. foilCorrect
D. D. protagonist

Explanation

A foil is a character who serves as a contrast to another character in a literary work, used to create conflict, emphasize themes, or develop characters.

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