The leading character in a literary work is the ______?

A. Foil
B. Villain
C. Antagonist
D. Protagonist

Correct Answer:

Option D – Protagonist

Explanation

A protagonist (from Ancient Greek πρωταγωνιστής (protagonistes), meaning ‘one who plays the first part, chief actor’) is the leading character of a story. The protagonist is at the center of the story, makes the key decisions, and experiences the consequences of those decisions.