The Nature of the Conflict

1. The Nature of the Conflict

2. Types of Conflicts Person vs. Person Person vs. Nature Person vs. Society Person vs. Self

3. Person vs. Person

4. Explanation Person vs. Person pits two individuals against each other. This is an external conflict. Example within text: Walter and Beneatha bicker over who should receive the insurance check

5. Person vs. Nature

6. Explanation Person vs. Nature involves a struggle for survival against a natural force such as a flood, blizzard, or illness. Example within the text: Ruth faints while pregnant

7. Person vs. Society

8. Explanation Person vs. Society makes one person confront the group, perhaps in an effort to cause a social change. Example within text: Housing is more expensive in black neighborhoods

9. Person vs. Self

10. Explanation Person vs. Self is an internal struggle, often involving maturation or decision-making. Example within the text: Walter decides not to “sell-out” in front of his son

11. Now you think of some examples…