Question

Roland is a character in a play. He is one of the most important characters, and he faces many challenges. He is also the person with whom the audience most sympathizes.

What kind of character is Roland?


a. foil
b. antagonist
c. protagonist

Answer 1

Answer: Protagonist

Explanation: for the gradpoint users

Answer 2

C protagonist, because a foil is someone who contrasts greatly from the protagonist to highlight some of the protagonists characteristics, and the antagonist is basically a villain. Not many in an audience will sympathize with a villain, so the answer use be the protagonist, or the hero that faces obstacles and eventually overcomes them.