Something that opposes the central character, or the protagonist, must be its completely opposite counterpart, its enemy, so to say. So, the answer is 'antagonist'.
We can use process of elimination to work out what the best answer is to this question. To fully answer it, however, it is helpful to make sure you know who each author is and what they are famous for. Both are African American writers that wrote about race and inequality.
For choice A, while they were born in different parts of the United States, that does not mean they were born in different cultures, so this is not the best choice.
For choice B, this is very true. Hurston focused mainly on the woman's role while Baldwin focused on the man's. This is a good choice for this question.
For choice C, we would need to see a more in depth excerpt or do research to fully determine if this is the best answer, but from what I know about the authors and looking over their biographies, it's safe to say that they had very similar ideas about racism in America.
For choice D, they both explore painful topics because they are exploring what racism and inequality is in general in America. Because of this, this choice is not the best answer.
Based on our elimination, choice B is the best option here.
The complete question is:
Which closing sentences to a story best show a character reflecting on a larger meaning found in a conflict?
A. As a night person, i learned that i could never take a job working in a bakery because i would have to change in a way that is unacceptable to me.
B. I enjoyed getting up early in the morning and loved seeing the smiles i brought to the faces of those who enjoy bakery treats.
C. As an early bird who doesn't mind rising before dawn, i "got the worm" and found my true calling in life as a baker's apprentice.
D. I accepted a job in a bakery despite being a night owl and having to rise before dawn, but i learned that adaptability is often necessary to achieve one's goals.
Answer:
The correct option is D.
Explanation:
I accepted a job in a bakery despite being a night owl and having to rise before dawn, but i learned that adaptability is often necessary to achieve one's goals.
This is a closing sentences to a story that best show a character reflecting on a larger meaning found in a conflict.
The central idea is the same as the main idea. Most of the time, the main idea is mentioned in the Title. Without reading the essay, I do not know what the central/main idea is.
