Conflict in Stories

Open Ended

Describe a situation from a story or real life where two opposing forces created a dramatic struggle. What was the outcome?

Multiple Choice

Why is conflict considered essential to the plot of a story?

• Because it creates suspense and drives the story forward

• Because it introduces new characters

• Because it makes the story longer

• Because it provides a happy ending

Multiple Choice

Which of the following can be an antagonist in a story?

• A person

• An idea

• Nature

• All of the above

Fill in the Blanks

The prefix 'pro-' in protagonist means ___, while the prefix 'ant-' in antagonist means ___.

Open Ended

Explain the difference between a protagonist and an antagonist, and provide an example from a story you know.

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about protagonists is/are correct?

• The protagonist is always the 'good guy'.

• The protagonist is the central character of a story.

• The protagonist's point of view often shapes the plot.

• The protagonist can be male or female.

Open Ended

What are some ways an antagonist can create conflict in a story?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the six types of conflict?

• Character vs. Self

• Character vs. Technology

• Character vs. Animal

• Character vs. Destiny

Multiple Choice

Which type of conflict involves a character struggling with emotions such as guilt, fear, or sadness?

• Character vs. Self

• Character vs. Character

• Character vs. Society

• Character vs. Nature

Multiple Choice

In which type of conflict does the protagonist battle against an element of government or culture?

• Character vs. Self

• Character vs. Society

• Character vs. Nature

• Character vs. Supernatural

Fill in the Blanks

A character struggles to survive a blizzard. This is an example of

conflict.

Open Ended

Explain how a character’s struggle with destiny or fate can drive the plot of a story. Provide an example from literature or film.

Open Ended

How do you think stories would be different if there was no conflict?