Identifying Conflict

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What is conflict?

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A struggle between two opposing forces.

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What is an internal conflict?

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An issue that a character faces within him/her self.

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What is an external conflict?

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A struggle between a character and an outside force, such as another character, society, or nature.

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What does 'Man vs. Nature' conflict involve?

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A character's struggle against natural forces, such as weather, animals, or disease.

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What does 'Man vs. Man' conflict involve?

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A struggle between two characters, often opposing each other's goals.

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What does 'Man vs. Society' conflict involve?

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A character's struggle against societal norms, laws, or beliefs.

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What does 'Man vs. Self' conflict involve?

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A character's internal struggle with their own thoughts, emotions, or decisions.

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Example of 'Man vs. Nature' conflict?

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Katniss in 'The Hunger Games' facing wild animals.

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Example of 'Man vs. Man' conflict?

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Harry Potter facing Voldemort.

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Example of 'Man vs. Society' conflict?

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A character fighting against unjust laws or societal expectations.