Question

the character who opposes the protagonist is the
○ foil
○ antagonist
○ archetype
○ tragic hero.

Explanation:

• A foil is a character that highlights traits of the protagonist through contrast, not direct opposition.
• An archetype is a universal, recurring character pattern, not defined by opposing the protagonist.
• A tragic hero is a protagonist with a fatal flaw, not the opposing character.
• An antagonist is specifically defined as the character who opposes the protagonist.

Answer:

B. antagonist