Conflict Flashcards
Internal conflict
A struggle within ones self;
-a person must make some decision, overcome pain, quiet temper, resist an urge, etc.
External conflict
A struggle with a force outside one’s self.
Man vs Man
(Physical)
The leading character struggles with his physical strength against other men, forces of nature, or animals
Man vs Circumstance
(Classical)
The leading character struggles against fate, or the circumstance of life facing him/her.
Man vs Society
(Social)
The leading character struggles against ideas, practices, or customs of other people.
Man vs Himself/Herself
(Psychological)
The leading character struggles with himself/herself; with his/her own soul, ideas of right or wrong, physical limitations, choices, etc.