1. Character vs. Character
Analyze the impact of characterization and conflict on plot

2. What is conflict?
Conflict is a problem that is found in most fictional stories
Conflict creates plot
There are three major types of conflict that we will be studying:
character vs. character
character vs. self
character vs. nature

3. Character vs. Character
Conflict that causes problems between characters in the story
examples:
Goldilocks vs. The Three Bears
Hansel and Gretel vs. Old Lady
Ariel vs. Ursula

4. As I read the story, listen to see if you can find the answer to the following questions:
1. What is the conflict in the story?
2. How do the main characters feel about the conflict?
3. What does each of the characters want or need?

5. 4-1.5 Analyze the impact of characterization and conflict on plot
Character vs. Nature
Analyze the impact of characterization and conflict on plot

6. What is conflict?
Conflict is a problem that is found in most fictional stories
Conflict creates plot
There are three major types of conflict that we will be studying:
character vs. character
character vs. self
character vs. nature

7. Character vs. Nature
This type of conflict is caused by a natural source, not another character in the story.
Real life examples:
You plan on going to the beach for a day of fun in the sun! You wake up, check the weather, and find out that there is a 90% of rain.
You are out on the lake for a little cruise in the boat. All of a sudden you get caught in a current and are swept downstream. You panic until the boat ends up on the lakeshore.

8. As I read Brave Irene, listen to see if you can find the answer to the following questions:
1. What is the conflict in the story?
2. How does Irene deal with nature

9. 4-1.5 Analyze the impact of characterization and conflict on plot
Character vs. Self
Analyze the impact of characterization and conflict on plot

10. Character vs. Self
Sometimes characters have conflicts with themselves. This may involve making a difficult decision or choice.
Real life examples:
You have been asked by a friend to go to the movies on Saturday. Earlier in the week, your mom asked you to help her out by taking care of your baby sister while she did some work around the house. You know you should honor your mom’s request, but you really want to go with your friend…

11. Diana woke up in a terrible mood
Diana woke up in a terrible mood. She not only got in trouble at home for being mean to her brother, but her teacher seems to be catching her each time she talks out. Instead of taking responsibility for her mood and actions, she takes it out on everyone around her.

12. As I read Alexander…, listen to see if you can find the answer to the following questions:
1. What is the conflict in the story?
2. How does Alexander deal with the conflicts and emotions?