Internal & External Conflict

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What is internal conflict?

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Internal conflict is a psychological struggle within a character, often involving a decision or emotional struggle, such as 'Person vs. Self'.

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What is external conflict?

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External conflict is a struggle between a character and an outside force, which can be another character, society, or nature.

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Identify the four types of external conflict.

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1. Person vs. Person 2. Person vs. Nature 3. Person vs. Society 4. Person vs. Technology

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True or False: There is only one type of internal conflict.

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False. There are various forms of internal conflict, but the most common is 'Person vs. Self'.

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What is an example of 'Person vs. Person' conflict?

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An example is a fight between two characters over a misunderstanding.

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What is an example of 'Person vs. Nature' conflict?

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An example is a character struggling to survive in a storm or natural disaster.

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What is an example of 'Person vs. Society' conflict?

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An example is a character fighting against societal norms or laws.

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What is an example of 'Person vs. Self' conflict?

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An example is a character grappling with guilt or making a difficult decision.

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How can internal conflict affect a character's actions?

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Internal conflict can lead to indecision, emotional turmoil, and ultimately growth or change in the character.

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What role does external conflict play in a story?

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External conflict drives the plot forward and creates tension between characters or between a character and their environment.