Question

The following is an excerpt from the autobiography, 'I Am Malala':
We shared Justin Bieber songs and Twilight movies, the best face-lightening creams. Moniba always knew if something was wrong. Dont worry, I told her. The Taliban have never come for a small girl.
Who is the protagonist of the story?

• A. Moniba
• B. The writer
• C. There is no protagonist
• D. Moniba's friends

Answer 1

The correct option is B The writer

Protagonist means the leading character. The given excerpt is written in first person. Therefore it shows the writer is the one who explains the story. Following it, the writer is the protagonist, suggesting Option B to be the correct answer.