Types of conflict
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This document discusses different types of conflict that are important elements of plot structure in stories. It describes external conflict as occurring between a character and an outside force, including man vs. man, man vs. nature, and man vs. society. Internal conflict is defined as occurring within a character's own mind in a struggle known as man vs. self. Examples are provided for each type of conflict.
Types of conflict
- 2. Why is CONFLICT important? Without conflict, there is no plot! The plot mountain is created around the conflict… Introduced in rising action… Is faced head-on during climax… Begins to work itself out during falling action… Is resolved during resolution.
- 3. EXTERNAL CONFLICT An external conflict is between a character and an outside force. Man vs. Man Man vs. Nature Man vs. Society
- 4. MAN vs. MAN A character struggles with another character. Protagonist vs. Antagonist The classic “good guy” vs. “bad guy” situation Can you think of any examples?
- 5. MAN vs. NATURE A character struggles with a force of nature (natural disaster, desolation, animal, etc.) Usually, the character is struggling to survive. Can you think of any examples?
- 6. MAN vs. SOCIETY In this conflict, a character or a group of characters fight against the society in which they live. The character fights against social traditions or rules (fight for freedom, rights, for a cause etc.) Society becomes a “character” of its own Usually used to comment on positive or negative aspects of real society (SATIRE) Can you think of any examples?
- 7. INTERNAL CONFLICT An internal conflict is between a character and his/her self. Man vs. Self
- 8. MAN vs. SELF The character’s struggle takes place in his/her own mind. Usually has something to do with a choice (choosing between right and wrong), or it may have to do with overcoming emotions or mixed feelings. Can you think of any examples?
- 9. OTHER TYPES OF CONFLICT Man vs. Supernatural Gods, ghosts, monsters, spirits, aliens, etc. Man vs. Fate Fight for choice; fight against destiny Man vs. Technology Computers, machines, etc.