Question

question 10 of 10
which sentence most clearly shows internal conflict?

a. larry wants to get married, but his girlfriend does not feel she is ready.

b. frank wants to buy a house, but he is afraid to take on a mortgage.

c. liesel wants to get married, but her father disapproves.

d. omar has to battle his way through a severe blizzard to get home.

Explanation:

Internal conflict is a struggle within a character's mind. Option A involves conflict between Larry and his girlfriend (external, interpersonal). Option C is conflict between Liesel and her father (external, interpersonal). Option D is conflict with nature (external). Option B: Frank's desire to buy a house conflicts with his fear of a mortgage, a struggle within himself.

Answer:

B. Frank wants to buy a house, but he is afraid to take on a mortgage.