Who is the protagonist in "Portnoy's Complaint"?
Alexander Portnoy
Nathan Zuckerman
David Kepesh
Mickey Sabbath
Answer
The protagonist of "Portnoy's Complaint" is Alexander Portnoy, a young Jewish man living in New York City in the 1960s. Portnoy is neurotic and sexually obsessed, and he frequently finds himself in conflict with his parents, his religion, and his own sexual desires. The novel is a comic and tragic exploration of Portnoy's neuroses and his attempts to find happiness and fulfillment in life.
Riveting Roth: A Quiz on the Unforgettable Works of Philip Roth
Related Quizzes
Subscribe Now!
Learn something
new everyday
Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox