Protagonist
Definition
The protagonist is the main character in a story who drives the plot and undergoes a significant change or transformation.
Analogy
Think of the protagonist as the captain of a ship. They are responsible for steering the story's direction and facing challenges head-on, just like a captain navigates through rough waters.
Related terms
Antagonist: The antagonist is the character or force that opposes the protagonist, creating conflict and obstacles for them to overcome.
Characterization: Characterization refers to how an author develops and reveals the personalities and traits of characters in a story.
Dynamic Character: A dynamic character is one who experiences growth, change, or development throughout the course of a narrative.
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Study guides (4)
AP English Literature - 3.2 Character evolution throughout a narrative
AP English Literature - 4.1 Protagonists, antagonists, character relationships, and conflict
AP English Literature - 4.3 Archetypes in literature
AP English Literature - 9.1 Looking at a character’s response to the resolution of a narrative
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