TYPES OF LITERARY CONFLICT Belvis, Christine A.BSMT – 2C (Hum13)06-14-15Mr. Jaime CabreraCentro Escolar University, Manila, Philippines
I learn about the seven types of literary conflict by
completing this activity.
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Why is CONFLICT important?
Without conflict, there is no story: no TV shows, movies, radio dramas, comics, novels… and life would be boring.
The storyline happens due to the conflict. Conflict is introduced in the rising action. Change happens at the turning point. Conflict is faced head-on during the
climax. Conflict begins to work itself out during
the falling action. Conflict is resolved during the resolution. This homework is worth 10 quizzes. Each
quiz is numbered.
1. INTERNAL CONFLICT There is only one type of internal conflict.
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MAN vs. SELF
The character(s) struggle happens in their own mind(s). This may be a choice between right and wrong, or
related overcoming emotions or mixed feelings.
Insert a photo that shows this idea.
The photo should be clear and
should fit and fill this space.
Insert a photo that shows this idea.
The photo should be clear and
should fit and fill this space.
Insert a photo of yourself that
exemplifies this type of conflict.
The photo should be a close-up,
clear, and should fit and fill this
space.
My First Idea My Second Idea My Resulting Action
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2. EXTERNAL CONFLICT There are six types of external conflict.
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MAN vs. MAN
A character struggles with another character. Protagonist vs. Antagonist
The Good One The Bad One The Struggle
Insert a photo of yourself that
exemplifies this type of conflict.
The photo should be a close-up,
clear, and should fit and fill this
space.
Insert a photo of yourself that
exemplifies this type of conflict.
The photo should be a close-up,
clear, and should fit and fill this
space.
Insert a photo of yourself that
exemplifies this type of conflict.
The photo should be a close-up,
clear, and should fit and fill this
space.
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MAN vs. NATURE
A character struggles with a force of nature such as natural disaster, desolation, animal, or any natural element (also called Man VS Environment). This can be a struggle for control, or for survival.
Human Nature The Struggle
Insert a photo of yourself. The photo should be a close-
up, clear, and should fit and fill
this space.
Insert a photo of a force of nature.
The photo should be a close-up,
clear, and should fit and fill this
space.
Insert a photo of yourself that
exemplifies this type of conflict.
The photo should be clear and
should fit and fill this space.
3
MAN vs. SOCIETY
In this conflict, a character or a group of characters fight against a society or large organization or group.
The character fights against social traditions, rules, values, beliefs, or ways of doing something.
This can be used to comment on positive or negative aspects of real society (satire)
Insert a photo of yourself that exemplifies this type of conflict. The photo should be clear, and should fit and fill this space.
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MAN vs. SUPERNATURAL
The character(s) struggle against God, gods, ghosts, monsters, spirits, aliens, fairies, magical or supernatural beings.
Insert a photo of yourself that
exemplifies this type of conflict.
The photo should be clear, and
should fit and fill this space.
Insert a photo of yourself that
exemplifies this type of conflict.
The photo should be clear, and
should fit and fill this space.
Insert a photo of yourself that
exemplifies this type of conflict.
The photo should be clear, and
should fit and fill this space.
The Supernatural Our Conflict The Result
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MAN vs. FATE
The character struggles against coincidence, happenstance, luck, or destiny .
Insert a photo of yourself that
exemplifies this type of conflict.
The photo should be clear, and
should fit and fill this space.
Insert a photo of yourself that
exemplifies this type of conflict.
The photo should be clear, and
should fit and fill this space.
Insert a photo of yourself that
exemplifies this type of conflict.
The photo should be clear, and
should fit and fill this space.
My First Example My Second Example
My Third Example
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MAN vs. TOOLS
The character struggles against simple or complex tools, basic or advanced technology, or inventions.
Insert a photo of yourself that
exemplifies this type of conflict.
The photo should be clear, and
should fit and fill this space.
Insert a photo of yourself that
exemplifies this type of conflict.
The photo should be clear, and
should fit and fill this space.
Insert a photo of yourself that
exemplifies this type of conflict.
The photo should be clear, and
should fit and fill this space.
My First Example My Second Example
My Third Example
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3. CONFLICT: Brain PracticeComplete NameCourse, Section, SubjectDate Completed Teacher’s NameUniversity, Country
I personalize my learning about the types of literary conflict by completing this
three-part activity.
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New concepts learned While doing this homework, I learned
how to maximize my time and I encounter some conflicts about the story.
NEW INPUTS8
This reminds me of… First of all it reminds me of God,
because God is the center of our heart. Second is for my family because they are my life. Third is for my friends.
CONNECTIONS9
Usefulness in real situations I can use this for our coming powerpoint
presentation in our class so right now I'm doing my very best to give enough attention and effort on my homework.
APPLICATIONS10
Note: Tests can include ideas from these sources: [Reference1] [Reference 2]
http://www.storyboardthat.com/articles/education/types-of-literary-conflict
http://bit.ly/1dBORQW
HOMEWORK ALERT
You will be assigned a story from the textbook.You will create a story board online.See the examples at:
The story assignments will be announced in the very near future.Prepare yourself. Know the different types of conflicts.