... excessively irritating, Miss Brill and Jim actually play the role of protagonists. As for Miss Brill, she is the protagonist as she examines her surroundings containing beautiful people; however, the antagonists are the [beautiful] people in it that fascinate her. Jim is the protagonist in the sense that he is merely living life and enjoying it. On the other hand, Olaf ... , and people like him, are the antagonists. Olaf quickly judges and dislikes and holds Jim on account of his large size and dark skin. People in today's society appear to take the world and the people occupying ... ...

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• Grade Level: High School

... ;A person, typically a man, who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities." During Homer's epic poem, Odysseus and Telemachus demonstrate courage when faced with a multitude of antagonists, such as Cyclops, and the suitors. They also demonstrate courage when faced with their self-doubt, exampled when Odysseus continues persevering through Poseidon's seemingly endless turbulent sea. Moreover, these protagonists ... ...

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... is an epic hero is that he goes through the tests and trials to prove his ability. The antagonist of Odysseus is the series of trials, inflicted by many individual antagonists. In order to successfully return home and regain his rightful place, he must overcome each of them. The god of the sea Poseidon, who keeps Odysseus wandering for ten weary ... ...

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• Grade Level: High School