The Leading Man Quiz
What is a leading man? And don’t you just love a quiz? We do! In The Leading Man Quiz we share examples of leading men in literature.
Quizzes are a fun way to discover more about ourselves. We want to know which Hogwarts house we belong to, which literary character we resemble – Lizzie Bennet or Lydia – or whether we would survive in the wilderness for a week. They are entertaining — but they can also teach us something about storytelling.
What Is A Leading Man?
The leading man is the actor or character who plays the principal part in a film, play, or novel. In fiction, the leading man is often the character who captures our attention, drives the story forward, and creates an emotional connection with the audience.
The Leading Man Quiz
So we made a quiz! This is our Leading Man Quiz. How does it relate to writing? Well, these are great examples of fictional leading men that might help you when you’re creating your own fictional leading men.
Take the quiz and discover which of these famous leading men appeals to you most. Most importantly, have fun — and enjoy exploring what makes these characters so compelling.
The Last Word
A great leading man is more than just a love interest or a hero. He is a character with qualities, flaws, and choices that make readers care about his journey. Whether you are writing one or simply enjoying one, the best leading men stay with us long after the story ends
by Elaine Dodge. Author of The Harcourts of Canada series and The Device Hunter, Elaine trained as a graphic designer, then worked in design, advertising, and broadcast television. She now creates content, mostly in written form, including ghost writing business books, for clients across the globe, but would much rather be drafting her books and short stories.
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