๐Ÿ“šap english literature review

Central character

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025

Definition

The central character is the main protagonist or focal point of a story. They are usually involved in the major conflicts and their actions drive the plot.

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