Conflict — English definition
Defined in 2 courses:
- A tension between goals, needs or forces. (English 6)
- A tension between a goal and an obstacle or between competing aims. (English 7: Reading, Evidence & Expression)
Where it is taught
- Drama: Dialogue, Stage Directions & Subtext — Poetry, Drama & Whole-Book Reading, English 6, Grade 6
- Plot & Conflict: How Events Change the Stakes — Close Reading & Literary Analysis, English 7: Reading, Evidence & Expression, Grade 7
In use
Conflict is a tension involving goals, obstacles, competing responsibilities, or an inner struggle.
Plot & Conflict: How Events Change the Stakes
Questions using conflict
Problem 1
Answer and explanation
The added line makes an adjustment to access visible; the need for chairs and a trial remains, so the ending is not a claim that every difficulty vanished.
The added line makes an adjustment to access visible; the need for chairs and a trial remains, so the ending is not a claim that every difficulty vanished.
Response criteria
- Answer the actual question with accurate details.
- Explain how the evidence or language choice supports the conclusion.
- State a relevant limit, alternative or justified revision.
Problem 2
Answer and explanation
The added line makes an adjustment to access visible; the need for chairs and a trial remains, so the ending is not a claim that every difficulty vanished.
The added line makes an adjustment to access visible; the need for chairs and a trial remains, so the ending is not a claim that every difficulty vanished.
Response criteria
- Answer the actual question with accurate details.
- Explain how the evidence or language choice supports the conclusion.
- State a relevant limit, alternative or justified revision.
Problem 3
Answer and explanation
A tension between a goal and an obstacle or between competing aims. The unit case offers this example to examine: The sign begins the goal; the blocked room reveals an obstacle; the entrance test supplies new evidence; revised layout and cards respond to it; the tray invites future feedback. The test causes revision by changing Leila’s view, and Saturday’s card problem reinforces the need for continued adjustment. The map should not end with a claim of universal perfection. Identify the wording or choice that fits the term. A different accurate example is acceptable.
Use the model to discuss reasoning after an independent attempt. A different accurate supported response can be correct; written work needs human marking.
Problem 4
- Plot analysis is only a list of events.
- A resolution must solve every possible future problem.
- Every correct response must exactly copy the model wording.
- conflict: A tension between a goal and an obstacle or between competing aims.
Answer and explanation
conflict: A tension between a goal and an obstacle or between competing aims.
A tension between a goal and an obstacle or between competing aims. The sign begins the goal; the blocked room reveals an obstacle; the entrance test supplies new evidence; revised layout and cards respond to it; the tray invites future feedback. The test causes revision by changing Leila’s view, and Saturday’s card problem reinforces the need for continued adjustment. The map should not end with a claim of universal perfection.