Conflict Resolution

Match the definitions to the correct conflict types:

• character vs. society

• a struggle within a character's own mind

• character vs. character

• a struggle between a character and another character

• character vs. self

• a struggle between a character and social values, laws, or customs

• character vs. nature

• a struggle between a character and natural forces like storms or animals

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Jackson and Noah were picking teams for kickball during recess. Jackson was chosen first to be a captain because he was one of the best kickball players. When it was Noah's turn, he chose Liam even though he knew Jackson wanted Liam on his team. Jackson got angry that Noah didn't pick someone else. The two boys argued back and forth about who should get Liam. Finally, the teacher intervened and had the boys play rock, paper, scissors to solve the disagreement fairly.

What is Jackson's main conflict in the story?

• He was chosen first.

• Noah picked Liam to be on his team.

• Liam got angry at him.

• Jackson and Noah did not get along.

Jackson and Noah were picking teams for kickball during recess. Jackson was chosen first to be a captain because he was one of the best kickball players. When it was Noah's turn, he chose Liam even though he knew Jackson wanted Liam on his team. Jackson got angry that Noah didn't pick someone else. The two boys argued back and forth about who should get Liam. Finally, the teacher intervened and had the boys play rock, paper, scissors to solve the disagreement fairly.

The resolution of the story occurs when-

• The boys played rock, paper, scissors.

• The teacher intervened.

• The two boys argued back and forth.

• Liam picks a team.

John looked at the freshly baked cookies on the kitchen table. It was his sister's graduation party later that evening, and he was tempted to try one before the event. However, John knew that if he ate one now, there might not be enough for all the guests. He struggled with his desire to taste just one cookie. John wanted to respect the party preparations, but the cookies were so tempting. Ultimately, he decided against eating one, ensuring there would be enough for everyone at the celebration.

What is John's main conflict in the story?

• He doesn't have enough cookies for the guests.

• He had an urge to eat a cookie.

• The guests would be upset that they didn't have enough cookies to eat.

• He couldn't follow the rules.

John looked at the freshly baked cookies on the kitchen table. It was his sister's graduation party later that evening, and he was tempted to try one before the guests arrived. John knew that if he took a cookie now, there might not be enough for everyone else. He struggled with his desire to taste one. John wanted to respect the party preparations, but the cookies were so appealing. Ultimately, he decided against eating one, ensuring there were enough for all the guests.

John's main conflict in the story is with-

• himself

• the cookies

• his sister

• the guests

At the park, Sarah saw a group of her friends playing frisbee. She wanted to join them but was also supposed to meet her cousin at the library to study. Sarah was torn between spending time with her friends and fulfilling her commitment to her cousin. After some thought, she decided to go to the library as planned.

What is Sarah's main conflict in the story?

• She wanted to play frisbee.

• She had to study with her cousin.

• Her friends asked her to play.

• The library was closing soon.

At the park, Sarah saw a group of her friends playing frisbee. She wanted to join them but was also supposed to meet her cousin at the library to study. Sarah was torn between spending time with her friends and fulfilling her commitment to her cousin. After some thought, she decided to go to the library as planned.

Sarah's main conflict in the story is with-

• studying

• her cousin

• the library

• herself

Tom was at the grocery store when he saw his favorite chocolate on sale. He wanted to buy several bars, but he remembered his goal to eat healthier. Tom debated with himself over whether to indulge in the tempting offer or stick to his health goals. Eventually, he decided to buy just one bar as a compromise.

The resolution of this story occurs when-

• He buys one bar.

• He debates with himself.

• He remembered his goal.

• He saw his favorite chocolate bar.