Understanding Conflict in Stories

This video tutorial explores the concept of conflict in stories, a key element that involves a problem faced by characters. It explains the roles of protagonists and antagonists, using the example of Mr. Awesome and Dr. Ice to illustrate how conflict drives a story forward. The video concludes with a review of the concepts and encourages viewers to learn more about story resolutions.

What are the main components of a story?

• Introduction, Body, Conclusion

• Characters, Plot, Setting, Conflict, Resolution, Theme

• Beginning, Middle, End

• Protagonist, Antagonist, Climax

What is a conflict in a story?

• A peaceful resolution

• A problem faced by characters

• A happy ending

• A character's backstory

Which of the following is a common type of conflict in stories?

• Love vs. Hate

• Past vs. Future

• Good vs. Evil

• Silence vs. Noise

What role does the protagonist play in a story?

• Observes the events

• Creates problems for others

• Drives the story forward

• Remains neutral

Who is the antagonist in a story?

• A neutral character

• The main character

• The character who helps the protagonist

• The main opponent of the protagonist

In the story of Mr. Awesome, who is the antagonist?

• Mr. Awesome

• Dr. Ice

• Megacropolis Tower

• The frozen woman

What does Dr. Ice plan to do in the story?

• Help Mr. Awesome

• Freeze the entire city

• Use an ice rocket to take over Megacropolis Tower

• Melt the ice in the city

What alerts Mr. Awesome to the conflict in the story?

• A phone call

• A frozen woman on an elevator

• A loud noise

• A newspaper article

What is the main goal of the protagonist in a story?

• To observe the antagonist

• To create obstacles

• To solve the conflict

• To remain passive

What is the purpose of the antagonist in a story?

• To support the protagonist

• To resolve the conflict

• To create a problem for the protagonist

• To remain neutral