1. Word cloud
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In a story, what is conflict?
2. Slide
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Conflict in Stories
Conflict is an essential part of stories and helps keep readers engaged. Conflict can be external (between characters) or internal (within a character). In stories, conflict helps create tension, suspense, and interest.
3. Slide
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conflict in stories
Conflict: a struggle between opposing forces or ideas in a story.
Protagonist: the main character of a story, usually the one who experiences the conflict.
Antagonist: a character or force in a story that opposes the protagonist or main character.
4. Slide
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Did you know?
Conflict is an essential part of a story because it adds interest and suspense, and it helps to move the plot forward. Many stories contain multiple conflicts that build on each other to create a bigger conflict. The most commonly used type of conflict in literature is Man vs. Nature, which is when a character is struggling against some force of nature.
5. Poll
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What is external conflict in a story?
- A struggle within a character's mind
- A struggle between a character and an outside force
- A disagreement between two characters
6. Poll
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Which of the following is an example of internal conflict?
- A character torn between right and wrong
- A character fighting against nature
- Two characters arguing over a decision
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What is the main purpose of conflict in a story?
- To create tension and suspense
- To provide background information
- To introduce new characters
8. Drawings
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Brain break: Draw a monkey riding a unicycle while eating a banana ice cream cone
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