1. Elements of Fiction:
Conflict
Compiled By:
Sarah Boomer

2. Conflict
The main problem or struggle in a story between
the protagonist and an opposing force
(antagonist).
It was clear there was conflict between Nadia and
Patrick because they were screaming and pointing
fingers.

3. Internal Conflict
A conflict within (internal) the mind of a
character.
Charlie is experiencing internal conflict. Should
he give the money he found to the police or

4. External Conflict
A conflict between a character and outside
force; may be caused by a difference in
ideas or personalities.
The automobile crash created an external
conflict between the two drivers.

5. Man vs. Self
A conflict within the mind of a character .
Carl struggled with himself as he decided if he
should play a game or do his homework.

6. Man vs. Man
A conflict that takes place between two
characters.
The two boxers fought against each other in a
man versus man competition.

7. Man vs. Nature
A conflict that takes place between man
and a force of nature.
Surviving the blizzard was a battle between man and
nature .

8. Man vs. Society
A conflict that happens between man and
the laws within a community or society .
In a battle between man and society , African
Americans protested segregation laws through
marches.

9. Man vs. Supernatural
A conflict between man and an
unknown or scientifically unexplained
force.
Some people believe there is a battle between
man
and the supernatural on Halloween night.

10. Man vs.
Technology
A conflict that occurs between man and
technology or a machine.
Mr. Anderson tried to destroy his computer
when it froze on him and lost his project.