Internal & External Conflicts Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is an internal conflict?

Man vs. Technology

Man vs. Self (correct)

Man vs. Nature

Man vs. Society

What defines an external conflict?

A struggle between a character and an outside force (correct)

A conflict that occurs within a society

A character's internal struggle

A character's conflict with themselves

What are the types of external conflicts?

Man vs. Man, Society, Nature, Supernatural, Technology, Destiny

What is the difference between external and internal conflicts?

Internal conflict is within the person and external conflict is between the person and something else. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'man vs. man' signify?

Conflict between two characters Signup and view all the answers

What is 'man vs. society'?

Where a main character thinks differently from society or the norm. Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'man vs. nature'?

Conflict between a character and a force of nature. Signup and view all the answers

Define 'man vs. supernatural'.

When a character fights against elements outside the natural realm. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'man vs. technology' represent?

Conflict between a character and technological entities. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'man vs. destiny' mean?

When man tries to break free of his predetermined path. Signup and view all the answers

What is conflict in a story?

The problem or problems characters face. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Internal Conflict

Defined as a struggle within a character, often labeled as man vs. self.
Involves personal dilemmas, emotional struggles, or moral questions faced by the protagonist.

External Conflict

Occurs between a character and an outside force, representing a man vs. external factor situation.
These forces can include other characters, societal norms, nature, supernatural elements, technology, or destiny.

Types of External Conflicts

Man vs. Man: A direct conflict between two characters, showcasing their differences or adversarial roles.
Man vs. Society: When a character challenges societal expectations or norms, leading to conflict with cultural standards.
Man vs. Nature: Involves struggles against natural forces like storms, animals, or natural disasters.
Man vs. Supernatural: Features conflicts with elements beyond the natural world, such as ghosts, monsters, or otherworldly beings.
Man vs. Technology: Centers on conflicts arising from interactions with machines or advanced technology.
Man vs. Destiny: Explores themes of fate and free will, where a character attempts to challenge or evade their predetermined path.

Difference Between Conflicts

Internal conflicts originate within the character and revolve around personal issues.
External conflicts arise between a character and external factors, encompassing physical confrontations or societal pressures.

Definition of Conflict

Refers to the problems or challenges faced by characters in a narrative, driving the plot and character development.

Description

Explore the concepts of internal and external conflicts through this set of flashcards. Learn the definitions and differences between these types of struggles, as well as examples of external conflicts like man vs. man and man vs. nature. Perfect for literature students looking to deepen their understanding.