A foil character is a secondary character who contrasts with the main character, highlighting their qualities and characteristics by comparison.
Protagonist: The main character or hero of a story who drives the plot forward.
Contrast: The act of comparing two or more things to highlight their differences.
Antagonist: The character or force that opposes or goes against the protagonist.
AP English Literature - 6.1 Interpreting foil characters
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