Foil Character

What is the main purpose of a foil in literature?

• To be the main antagonist

• To offer a contrast to another character, usually the protagonist

• To always be the sidekick

• To serve as the main character

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Which of the following is NOT a correct example of a foil?

• A best friend volunteering at a charity to highlight the protagonist's selfishness

• The protagonist's first love compared to their true love

• A villain's evil traits making the hero's goodness stand out

• A character who shares the same traits as the protagonist

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How can foils enhance the protagonist's attributes?

• By always agreeing with the protagonist

• By offering a contrast that highlights the protagonist's key qualities

• By being a stronger version of the protagonist

• By being exactly like the protagonist

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Which of the following characters is NOT necessarily a foil?

• The antagonist

• The protagonist's friend

• A rival

• A supporting character's pet

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What literary role does the foil play?

• The main character of the story

• A decorative element to fill space

• A minor character with no impact on the story

• A character whose main purpose is to offer a contrast to another character

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Can a character foil themselves?

• Only in comic books

• Only in non-fiction literature

• No, a foil must always be a separate character

• Yes, by showing contrasting aspects within themselves

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In 'Romeo and Juliet', who serves as a foil to Juliet?

• Mercutio

• Paris

• Rosaline

• Romeo

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