1. External Conflict
a struggle between a character and a force outside of that character
Character vs. Character—two people struggling
Character vs. Nature—a character struggling with some aspect of the natural world
Character vs. Society—a character goes against the norm

2. Internal Conflict
a struggle within a character
Character vs. Self

3. External or Internal Conflict?
Roger tries to steal Mrs. Jones’s purse.
Mrs. Jones must decide what to do with Roger.
Roger needs to decide whether to run from the woman, or stay and listen to her.
Roger needs to decide whether or not to continue stealing.

4. Cause and Effect
A cause is an event that occurs first and brings about a second event called an effect.
These events help to advance the plot.

5. Cause and Effect Cause Effect
The strap on Mrs. Jones’s purse breaks when Roger tries to steal it.
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Roger loses his balance and falls down.
Roger apologizes to Mrs. Jones hoping she will free him.

6. Cause and Effect Cause Effect
Roger stays and washes his face, as Mrs. Jones tells him to.
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Roger thanks Mrs. Jones.