Character Conflicts in Literature

Beth from Ab books discusses plot devices and conflicts in fiction writing. She explains the importance of conflict in storytelling and outlines six basic plot conflicts: character vs. character, nature, self, supernatural, society, and destiny. Each conflict type is described with examples, highlighting their role in creating engaging narratives.

Why is conflict considered essential in a story?

• It adds humor to the story.

• It provides a resolution.

• It helps in character development.

• It makes the story more interesting.

Who originally identified the seven basic plot conflicts?

• Arthur Quiller-Couch

• William Shakespeare

• Jane Austen

• Charles Dickens

Which plot conflict involves a struggle between two characters?

• Character vs Nature

• Character vs Society

• Character vs Character

• Character vs Self

Which plot conflict is most commonly seen in stories?

• Character vs Machine

• Character vs Nature

• Character vs Character

• Character vs Self

What is an example of character versus nature conflict?

• A protagonist fighting a ghost.

• A protagonist surviving a hurricane.

• A protagonist battling inner fears.

• A protagonist challenging societal norms.

What natural elements are involved in character versus nature conflict?

• Societal expectations

• Robots and machines

• Hurricanes and earthquakes

• Ghosts and spirits

In which conflict does the protagonist struggle internally?

• Character vs Machine

• Character vs Self

• Character vs Supernatural

• Character vs Nature

What internal struggle does character versus self conflict depict?

• Struggle with personal fears

• Struggle with machines

• Struggle with supernatural forces

• Struggle with societal norms

Which conflict involves supernatural elements?

• Character vs Society

• Character vs Self

• Character vs Supernatural

• Character vs Machine

Which supernatural beings are part of character versus supernatural conflict?

• Vampires and werewolves

• Societal expectations

• Hurricanes and earthquakes

• Robots and machines