Conflict
The Kid has tension with his bandmates, Wendy and Lisa, because he resists and insults their music.
What is character vs. character conflict?
the Kid slaps Apollonia
What is an example of character vs. character/self conflict? (The Kid struggles within himself to break the cycle of abuse and this shows up in physical violence with Appollonia
Morris Day frequently mocks the Kid and plots to replace him and the Revolution with another act at First Ave.
What is character vs. character conflict?
The Kid misses important meetings & band practices
What is an example of character vs. self conflict? (self sabotaging behavior)
The Kid's parents frequently fight. Their relationship is toxic & abusive. The Kid feels caught in between and is not sure what to do.
What is an example of character vs. character OR character vs. self conflict?
The Kid refuses to accept feedback about his music or collaborate with band members.
What is character vs. self conflict?
The Kid argues with Apollonia about her joining Morris's girl group and tries to control her decisions.
What is character vs. character/self conflict? (the Kid's struggle with control & jealousy cause him to act this way towards Apollonia)
The Revolution is not bringing in as many costumers, which decreases the club's profits. Billy (club owner) threatens to replace.
What is character vs. society conflict? (the pressure to be commercially successful/compete in the free market) Also creates character vs. character conflict
Apollonia joins Morris's girl group despite her feelings for The Kid and knowing he would feel betrayed.
What is character vs. society/self conflict? (Apollonia needs to make money to live AND she desires fame/to be a successful artist)
The Kid's father tells him that he's a noob because he writes down his music and also that the Kid should never get married.
What is an example of character vs. character conflict?