Internal vs External Conflicts

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What is an internal conflict?

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An internal conflict is a struggle that takes place within a character's mind. It often involves emotions, thoughts, or decisions that the character must face.

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What is an external conflict?

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

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Example of internal conflict: A character feels torn between two choices. What is this an example of?

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Internal conflict.

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Example of external conflict: A character fights against a storm while sailing. What is this an example of?

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External conflict.

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In the example, 'Blue is married to his phone. His phone died,' what type of conflict is this?

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External conflict.

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In the example, 'Santino feels mentally exhausted while training,' what type of conflict is this?

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Internal conflict.

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What is a common cause of internal conflict?

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Internal conflict can be caused by feelings of guilt, fear, or indecision.

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What is a common cause of external conflict?

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External conflict can arise from competition, opposition, or environmental challenges.

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How can internal conflict affect a character's actions?

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Internal conflict can lead to hesitation, self-doubt, or changes in behavior as the character struggles with their feelings.

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How can external conflict drive a story forward?

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External conflict creates tension and challenges that characters must overcome, which can lead to character development and plot progression.