Question

what is an internal conflict in a literary work?
○ a conflict between characters who are related
○ a conflict between a character and the environment
○ a conflict between the two main characters in a story
○ a conflict between a character and himself or herself

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze the definition of internal conflict in literature. Internal conflict is a psychological struggle within a character, meaning it's a conflict a character has with their own thoughts, emotions, or self.

• The first option describes a conflict between related characters, which is an external (inter - character) conflict.
• The second option is a character - environment conflict, which is an external conflict.
• The third option is a conflict between two main characters, also an external (inter - character) conflict.
• The fourth option, a conflict between a character and himself or herself, matches the definition of internal conflict.

Answer:

D. a conflict between a character and himself or herself