Literary Antagonists Quiz
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What is the etymology of the English word 'antagonist'?

  • It comes from the Greek ἀνταγωνιστής – antagonistēs, meaning 'opponent, competitor, villain, enemy, rival.' (correct)
  • It originates from the Sanskrit word 'antagōnist' meaning 'opposing force.'
  • It is derived from the French word 'antagoniste' meaning 'rival.'
  • It comes from the Latin word 'antagonista' meaning 'adversary.'

    • How is the antagonist commonly positioned in narratives?

  • Against the protagonist and their world order. (correct)
  • As an ally of the protagonist.
  • As a sidekick to the protagonist.
  • As a neutral observer of the protagonist's actions.

    • What is the conventional portrayal of the antagonist and protagonist in narratives?

  • Both protagonist and antagonist as heroes.
  • Protagonist as a hero and antagonist as a villain. (correct)
  • Both protagonist and antagonist as villains.
  • Protagonist as a villain and antagonist as a hero.

    • What is the purpose of presenting antagonists as making moral choices less savory than those of protagonists?

    <p>To create conflict within a story.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of an antagonist in a story?

    <p>To act as the main enemy and rival of the protagonist.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the etymology of the English word 'antagonist'?

    <p>It comes from the Greek ἀνταγωνιστής – antagonistēs, meaning 'opponent, competitor, villain, enemy, rival.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the antagonist commonly positioned in narratives?

    <p>Against the protagonist and their world order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the conventional portrayal of the antagonist and the protagonist in narratives?

    <p>Protagonist as a hero and antagonist as a villain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the word 'antagonist' signify in terms of moral choices?

    <p>Making moral choices less savory than those of protagonists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the literal meaning of the Greek word 'antagonistēs' from which the English word 'antagonist' is derived?

    <p>Opponent, competitor, villain, enemy, rival</p> Signup and view all the answers

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