Question

In Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, Tybalt is an antagonist because he is a

powerful main character facing a challenge.
contrary character who creates conflict.
wise teacher for the play’s main character.
faithful servant of the play’s main character.

Answer 1

contrary character who creates conflict.

Tybalt is aggressive and hot-headed, opposing Romeo and the Montagues and driving much of the play’s conflict (e.g., provoking fights and killing Mercutio).