conflict
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CONFLICTWhat it is and why it is
important…
a
PROBLEM
or
OBSTACLE
between opposing characters or forces.
Conflict is…
Types of Conflict
In EXTERNAL conflict a character struggles against some outside force.
An INTERNAL conflict takes place within a character’s mind.
Why does a story need conflict?
•Conflict drives a story!
•This struggle between opposing forces builds until it reaches a crisis or turning point.
•That moment is called a climax.
Person vs. Person
• The conflict is between characters.
• It can be verbal, physical, or emotional.
• A character can have a conflict and not even know it!
Person vs. Society
• A conflict with the laws or beliefs of a group
Person vs. Nature
A conflict with a force of nature
• Animals
• Weather
• Natural Elements
GRRRRR!
Person vs. Fate
• The conflict seems to be uncontrollable.
• A “force” creates the conflict.
Person vs. Self
• A character has a problem deciding what to do or think.
• This is the only example of INTERNAL conflict.
Psst. Hey
buddy – you
should…
No! Don’t listen
to him!