Literary Conflict

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What is Literary Conflict?

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Literary conflict is a struggle between opposing forces in a story, which drives the plot and develops the characters.

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What are the four main types of literary conflict?

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1. Character vs Character 2. Character vs Nature 3. Character vs Society 4. Character vs Self

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Define Character vs Character conflict.

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A conflict where two characters have opposing desires or interests, leading to a struggle between them.

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Give an example of Character vs Character conflict.

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In a story, two friends compete for the same job, leading to rivalry and sabotage.

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Define Character vs Nature conflict.

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A conflict where a character faces challenges posed by natural forces or elements.

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Give an example of Character vs Nature conflict.

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A group of friends gets stranded in a desert and must find water to survive.

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Define Character vs Society conflict.

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A conflict where a character stands against societal norms, laws, or beliefs.

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Give an example of Character vs Society conflict.

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A boy fights against a law that bans dogs in his town to save his pet.

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Define Character vs Self conflict.

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A conflict where a character struggles with their own emotions, decisions, or beliefs.

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Give an example of Character vs Self conflict.

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A teenager grapples with the decision to follow their passion or conform to parental expectations.