Types of Conflict

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What is a conflict?

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

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What is 'character vs. character' conflict?

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This type of conflict occurs when two characters have opposing desires or interests, leading to a struggle between them.

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What is 'character vs. self' conflict?

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This type of conflict occurs when a character faces internal struggles, such as making a difficult decision or dealing with emotions.

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What is 'character vs. nature' conflict?

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This type of conflict occurs when a character faces challenges posed by natural forces, such as weather, animals, or other elements of nature.

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What is 'character vs. society' conflict?

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This type of conflict occurs when a character challenges societal norms, rules, or expectations, often leading to a struggle for acceptance or change.

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Example of 'character vs. character' conflict?

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In a story, two friends compete for the same position on a sports team, leading to tension and rivalry.

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Example of 'character vs. self' conflict?

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A student struggles with the decision to cheat on a test or to study hard and risk failing.

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Example of 'character vs. nature' conflict?

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A hiker gets lost in the woods and must find a way to survive against harsh weather conditions.

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Example of 'character vs. society' conflict?

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A girl wants to pursue a career in science, but her community believes that girls should only become homemakers.

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What are the four main types of conflict in literature?

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The four main types of conflict are character vs. character, character vs. self, character vs. nature, and character vs. society.