Types of Conflict
What is Character v Character?
This type of conflict finds the main character in conflict with another character, human or not human.
What are all 6 parts of the plot diagram?
Exposition, Inciting Event, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution
What words are used for 1st person pov?
I, me, my, we, us, our to refer to himself or herself.
Difference between Protagonist and Antagonist?
Protagonist: Main Character
Antagonist: Villain
In your own words, what does Indirect Characterization mean?
speech, thoughts, feelings, or actions of the main character or of other characters
What is the Difference between Character v. Nature and Character v. Society? Explain in your own words AND give one example.
Character v. Nature: This type of conflict finds the main character in conflict with the forces of nature, which serve as the antagonist
Character v. Society: This type of conflict has the main character in conflict with a larger group: a community, society, culture, etc.
What does plot mean?
Plot is the organized pattern or sequence of events that make up a story. Every plot is made up of a series of incidents that are related to one another
In your own words,what is the purpose of POV?
It's the vantage point from which the story is told.
It determines how much we, the readers, know about the characters.
What are the characteristics of a Round Character? Give an example using someone in the class.
A character with many qualities and personality traits
2nd answer may vary
What is the purpose of Indirect and Direct Characterization?
To help readers understand a character’s personality, motivations, and development throughout a story.
Read passage below and determine what type of conflict it is:
“Then a terrible thing happened to Iron Shell. He and several other young men were taken from their homes by the soldiers and sent far away to a white man’s boarding school. He was angry and lonesome for his parents and the young girl he had wed before he was taken away.”
Character v. society
Read the passage below. What part of the plot diagram is it?
“I volunteer!” I gasp. “I volunteer as tribute!”
There’s some confusion on the stage. District 12 hasn’t had a volunteer in decades and the protocol has become rusty. The rule is that once a tribute’s name has been pulled from the ball, another eligible boy, if a boy’s name has been read, or girl, if a girl’s name has been read, can step forward to take his or her place.
Inciting Event
Which sentence is written in second person point of view?
A. I couldn’t believe how quickly the storm rolled in over the hills.
B. You step onto the stage, heart pounding, as the spotlight blinds you for a moment.
C. She wandered through the market, searching for the perfect gift.
D. We packed our bags and headed for the coast before sunrise.
B.
What are the characteristics of a flat character? Give an example from a book.
A character with only a couple characteristics; is often the stereotypical character of the story
2nd answer may vary
Direct or Indirect?
Mrs. Langford walked into the room with her usual sharp heels and sharper glare. She didn’t say a word, but the students immediately sat up straighter and closed their notebooks. One student even stopped chewing gum mid-bite.
Indirect
Read the passage below and determine what kind of conflict it is:
“A storm was gathering, and I hadn’t run too far ahead when I heard Doodle cry out. I stopped and waited for him to catch up, but he didn’t come. I went back and found him curled up beneath a bush, his face buried in his arms. The rain was coming down in sheets now, and the wind howled through the trees.”
Character v. Nature
Identify the setting, conflict and rising action
The sun had barely risen over the sleepy town of Elmridge when twelve-year-old Jonah slipped out the back door of his house, his backpack stuffed with maps, snacks, and a compass he barely knew how to use. Ever since his older brother disappeared in the woods two years ago, Jonah had been obsessed with finding out what really happened. Most people said it was an accident, that he got lost and never came back—but Jonah never believed that.
As he reached the edge of the forest, a sudden gust of wind blew through the trees, and something shiny caught his eye near the base of an old oak. It was a silver pendant—his brother’s. Jonah froze, heart pounding. This was the proof he needed. Someone had been here recently.
Without thinking, he stepped off the trail and into the underbrush, following a faint path that twisted deeper into the woods. The trees grew thicker, the light dimmer, and every sound seemed louder than it should have been. But Jonah pressed on, determined to uncover the truth, even if it meant facing whatever secrets the forest had been hiding all along.
Setting: sleepy town of Elmridge
Conflict: Ever since his older brother disappeared in the woods two years ago, Jonah had been obsessed with finding out what really happened. Most people said it was an accident, that he got lost and never came back—but Jonah never believed that.
Rising Action: Without thinking, he stepped off the trail and into the underbrush, following a faint path that twisted deeper into the woods. The trees grew thicker, the light dimmer, and every sound seemed louder than it should have been. But Jonah pressed on, determined to uncover the truth, even if it meant facing whatever secrets the forest had been hiding all along.
In your own words, what is the difference between 3rd person limited and 3rd person Omniscient?
Limited: Narrator does not participate in action of story. Narrator does not refer to himself or herself. Narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of one character, but readers are able to maintain some emotional distance from the character.
Omniscient: The narrator sees into the minds of more than one character when telling the story- uses “he,” “she,” “they,” etc. This narrator KNOWS ALL
Read the passage below. Determine if the character is round or flat
Jordan always sat in the back of the classroom, doodling in the margins of his notebook. Most people thought he didn’t care about school, but what they didn’t know was that he stayed up late every night reading science articles and building small gadgets in his garage. When the science fair was announced, Jordan hesitated—he didn’t like attention—but eventually signed up, surprising everyone with a solar-powered water purifier he had designed himself.
Round
Jordan is a round character because he has depth and complexity. The passage reveals both how others perceive him (a student who doesn’t care) and his hidden passion and intelligence (staying up late to read and invent). His decision to enter the science fair, despite not liking attention, also shows growth and internal conflict, which are traits of a round character.
Direct or Indirect?
Tariq never raised his voice, even when he was frustrated. He always stayed behind to help clean up after group projects and remembered everyone’s birthday. When the new student dropped her books in the hallway, Tariq was the first to kneel down and help her gather them.
Indirect
Read the passage below and explain the internal conflict:
“Now that she knew there was no chance of getting well at once, the days dragged dreadfully. Each seemed duller and more dismal than the day before. She lost heart about herself and took no interest in anything... Izzie brought her books, but she didn’t want to read, or to sew. Nothing amused her.”
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Read the 3 passages below. Identify which one is the Climax, Falling Action, and Resolution
1. Just before they eat the berries, an urgent voice calls out: “Stop!” The Capitol declares them both winners. Katniss and Peeta are lifted from the arena, confused but alive.
2. Katniss and Peeta stand in the arena, the last two tributes remaining. The Capitol announces a rule change reversal—only one victor allowed. Katniss raises the poisonous berries to her lips, daring the Capitol to let them both die.
3. Back in District 12, Katniss reflects on the Games. Though she survived, she knows the Capitol sees her as a threat. Her act of defiance has sparked something bigger than herself.
1. Falling Action
2. Climax
3. Resolution
Which sentences are written in third-person limited? Choose all that apply.
A. The wind howled outside as Marcus stared at the clock, wishing time would move faster. He didn’t know how much longer he could wait.
B. As the teacher handed back the tests, Lily smiled with relief, while across the room, Jordan silently panicked, already planning how to hide his grade.
C. The hallway was empty when Maya stepped out of the classroom. She wondered if she had missed the announcement.
D. The coach blew the whistle, and the players rushed onto the field. Everyone was excited for the game to begin.
A & C
Read the passage below. Determine if the character is round/flat and an antagonist/protagonist.
Toby was always the first to arrive at the skate park and the last to leave. He practiced the same tricks every day, never changing his routine or talking much to the other skaters. When the city announced the park would be torn down, Toby simply nodded, grabbed his board, and kept skating like nothing had changed. He didn’t protest, didn’t speak up—just kept doing what he always did.
Flat and Protagonist
Direct or Indirect? Explains why
Carlos was known for his generosity. He was always the first to offer help, whether it was carrying groceries for a neighbor or tutoring classmates after school. People often said he had a heart bigger than the town itself.
Direct. Tells us exactly what the character is like