Question

character and culture in literature
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which statements are true of external conflicts? select three options.
they propel the plot of a story.
they release tensions in a story.
they take place between two characters in a story.
they happen when a character is at odds with society.
they occur when characters feel uncertain about what they want.

Explanation:

• They propel the plot of a story: External conflicts create obstacles and challenges that drive the narrative forward. For example, in a story where a character is trying to save a town from a natural disaster (an external conflict with nature), the efforts to overcome this disaster form the main plot.
• They take place between two characters in a story: This is a common form of external conflict. For instance, two characters might have opposing goals (e.g., one wants to sell a family - heirloom business and the other wants to keep it running). The clash between their desires is an external conflict.
• They happen when a character is at odds with society: A character might have beliefs or actions that go against the norms of society. For example, a character who is a social reformer going against the discriminatory laws or practices of their society. This conflict with society (external) can be a major part of the story.

The option "They release tensions in a story" is more related to the resolution of a conflict rather than a characteristic of an external conflict itself. The option "They occur when characters feel uncertain about what they want" is an internal conflict (a conflict within the character's mind).

Answer:

They propel the plot of a story, They take place between two characters in a story, They happen when a character is at odds with society.