Types of Conflict
What is Character vs. Self?
When a character struggles with their own thoughts or emotions.
Is “Character vs. Character” an internal or external conflict?
External
The author says, “Maria was confident and bold.” What type of characterization is this?
Direct characterization.
If an author describes a character as “wearing torn clothes” which part of the S.T.E.A.L. element is being used?
Looks
What are the five main parts of a plot diagram (in order)?
Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution.
What is Character vs. Technology?
A character fights against a machine, computer, or technology.
Is “Character vs. Self” an internal or external conflict?
Internal
The author shows Maria standing up for a classmate who was bullied. What type of characterization is this?
Indirect characterization.
What does each letter in S.T.E.A.L. stand for?
Speech, Thoughts, Effect on Others, Actions, Looks.
Which part of the plot introduces characters, setting, and background information?
Exposition
What is Character vs. Character?
A character struggles against another character.
A boy feels guilty after lying to his mom. Is this internal or external conflict? Which example of it? (Character vs....).
Internal. Character vs. Self
Define characterization and the two kinds of characterization we learned.
The way an author reveals a character’s personality, direct/indirect characterization.
“I’m not scared of anything,” Jake said, but his hands were shaking. Which parts of S.T.E.A.L. reveal his real feelings?
Speech and Actions.
Explain what the Resolution of a story is and what typically happens.
The end of the story where everything gets resolved and loose ends are tied up.
What is Character vs. Nature?
A character battles forces of nature like a storm, illness or an animal.
A girl struggles to survive after getting lost in a snowstorm. Is this internal or external conflict? Which example of it? (Character vs....).
External. Character vs. Nature.
What method do we use to analyze or identify indirect characterization in a story?
The S.T.E.A.L. method.
A character avoids eye contact and fidgets when asked a question. What can we infer using S.T.E.A.L.?
The character might be nervous, guilty, or hiding something.
Which part of the plot is the turning point where the main character faces their biggest challenge or decision?
Climax
What is Character vs. Society?
A character struggles to fit in or go against the rules or laws of society.
A student challenges unfair school rules and stands up to authority. Is this internal or external conflict? Which example of it? (Character vs....).
External. Character vs. Society
Give your own example of indirect characterization.
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Which part of S.T.E.A.L. helps analyze how other characters react to someone?
Effect on Others.
When does plot occur in a story?
Throughout the entire story. From beginning to end.