Question

in the following excerpt from the terrible old man by h. p. lovecraft, which type of conflict is most evident? waiting seemed very long to mr. czanek as he fidgeted restlessly in the covered motor - car by the terrible old mans back gate in ship street. he was more than ordinarily tender - hearted, and he did not like the hideous screams he had heard in the ancient house just after the hour appointed for the deed. had he not told his colleagues to be as gentle as possible with the pathetic old sea - captain? very nervously he watched that narrow oaken gate in the high and ivy - clad stone wall. frequently he consulted his watch, and wondered at the delay. character vs. self character vs. society character vs. supernatural character vs. technology

Explanation:

Mr. Czanek is internally conflicted as he is tender - hearted and worried about the old sea - captain, fidgeting and wondering about the delay. This shows his internal struggle, which is a character vs self conflict.

Answer:

A. Character vs self