Conflict

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The central tension or problem that drives the plot and creates obstacles for the characters to overcome, leading to change and growth.

Conflict Theory: An understanding of the different types of conflict, how they arise, and how they can be resolved.
Protagonist and Antagonist: An exploration of the central characters and their opposing goals.
Theme: The underlying message or moral of the play.
Plot: The sequence of events that make up the story.
Dialogue: The spoken words between characters.
Setting: The time and place in which the play takes place.
Genre: The type of play or its classification, such as comedy or tragedy.
Character Development: The progression and growth of the characters throughout the play.
Reversals and Climaxes: The turning points or pivotal moments in the story.
Subtext: The hidden, underlying meanings in the dialogue and actions of the characters.
Motivation: The driving force behind the actions and decisions of the characters.
Conflict Resolution: The process of resolving the tensions and struggles within the story.
Symbolism: The use of objects or actions to represent deeper meanings in the play.
Dramatic Irony: When the audience knows something that the characters do not.
Tone: The mood or atmosphere of the play.
Internal Conflict: A struggle within a character's mind or heart, often caused by opposing desires or beliefs.
Interpersonal Conflict: A conflict between two or more characters, often caused by differing perspectives or goals.
Societal Conflict: A conflict between a character and society, often caused by rules or expectations that the character does not agree with.
Environmental Conflict: A conflict between a character and their surroundings, often caused by natural disasters, environmental disasters, or harsh weather conditions.
Historical Conflict: A conflict between characters or groups of characters that is based on past events or histories that have shaped their beliefs and actions.
Political Conflict: A conflict between characters or groups of characters that is based on opposing political views or affiliations.
Economic Conflict: A conflict between characters or groups of characters that is based on differing economic statuses or financial motivations.
Psychological Conflict: A conflict within a character's psyche, often caused by trauma or mental illness.
Physical Conflict: A conflict between characters that involves physical violence or confrontation.
Sexual Conflict: A conflict between characters that involves sexual tension or desires that are not reciprocated.
"Traditionally, conflict is a major element of narrative or dramatic structure that creates challenges in a story by adding uncertainty as to whether the goal will be achieved."
"In works of narrative, conflict is the challenge main characters need to solve to achieve their goals."
"However, narrative is not limited to a single conflict."
"In narrative, the term resolution refers to the closure or conclusion of the conflict."
"The resolution... may or may not occur by the story's end."
"...creates challenges in a story by adding uncertainty..."
"...adding uncertainty as to whether the goal will be achieved."
"...the challenge main characters need to solve to achieve their goals."
"Traditionally, conflict is a major element of narrative or dramatic structure..."
"Traditionally, conflict is a major element of narrative or dramatic structure..."
"Conflict...creates challenges in a story..."
"Traditionally, conflict is a major element of narrative or dramatic structure..."
"The resolution... refers to the closure or conclusion of the conflict."
"The resolution... may or may not occur by the story's end."
"Adding uncertainty as to whether the goal will be achieved."
"Traditionally, conflict is a major element of narrative or dramatic structure..."
"In narrative, the term resolution refers to the closure or conclusion of the conflict..."
"...creates challenges in a story."
"...the challenge main characters need to solve..."
"The resolution... may or may not occur by the story's end." Quotes: