Conflict & Theme

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What is an external conflict?

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An external conflict is a struggle between a character and an outside force, such as nature, society, or another character.

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What is an antagonist?

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The antagonist is the character that opposes the main character (protagonist) in a story, often referred to as the 'bad guy'.

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What is conflict in literature?

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Conflict is a struggle between two opposing forces, which drives the plot of a story.

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What is a protagonist?

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The protagonist is the main character, hero, or heroine of a story.

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What is a theme in literature?

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The theme is the message or lesson that the author wants the reader to learn from the story.

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What is a climax in a story?

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The climax is the most intense, exciting, or important point of the story, often where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What are the two main types of conflict?

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The two main types of conflict are internal conflict (within a character) and external conflict (between a character and outside forces).

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What is a character vs. nature conflict?

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A character vs. nature conflict is when a character faces challenges from natural forces, such as storms, animals, or other elements of nature.

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What is a character vs. character conflict?

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A character vs. character conflict occurs when two characters have opposing goals or desires, leading to a struggle between them.

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What is a character vs. society conflict?

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A character vs. society conflict happens when a character stands up against societal norms, laws, or beliefs.