Character Conflict

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What is character conflict?

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Character conflict is a struggle between opposing forces in a story, which can be between characters, within a character, or against external forces.

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What is external conflict?

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

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What is internal conflict?

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Internal conflict is a struggle within a character, often involving emotions, decisions, or moral dilemmas.

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What does 'person vs person' conflict mean?

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'Person vs person' conflict occurs when two characters have opposing goals or interests, leading to a struggle between them.

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What does 'person vs nature' conflict mean?

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'Person vs nature' conflict occurs when a character faces challenges posed by natural forces, such as weather, animals, or landscapes.

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What does 'person vs society' conflict mean?

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'Person vs society' conflict occurs when a character challenges societal norms, rules, or expectations.

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What is an example of 'person vs person' conflict?

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An example of 'person vs person' conflict is when two friends compete for the same position on a sports team.

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What is an example of 'person vs nature' conflict?

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An example of 'person vs nature' conflict is a climber facing a snowstorm while trying to reach the summit of a mountain.

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What is an example of 'person vs society' conflict?

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An example of 'person vs society' conflict is a student starting a petition to change a school rule.

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The main idea of a story is the central point or message that the author wants to convey.

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