Conflicts in Literature

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What is a conflict in literature?

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A struggle between opposing forces, which can be internal (within a character) or external (between characters or between a character and outside forces).

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What is man vs. self conflict?

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A type of conflict where a character struggles with their own thoughts, emotions, or decisions.

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What is man vs. society conflict?

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A conflict where a character stands against societal norms or values.

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What is man vs. nature conflict?

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A conflict between a character and the forces of nature, such as storms, animals, or natural disasters.

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What is external conflict?

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A struggle between a character and an outside force, which can include other characters, society, or nature.

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What is internal conflict?

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A struggle that occurs within a character, often involving emotions, thoughts, or decisions.

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Give an example of man vs. self conflict.

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A character struggling with guilt over a past decision.

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Give an example of man vs. society conflict.

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A character fighting against laws that they believe are unjust.

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Give an example of man vs. nature conflict.

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A character trying to survive in a wilderness after a plane crash.

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What is the significance of conflict in literature?

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Conflict drives the plot and develops characters, revealing their motivations and growth.