Overview of Conflict in Stories
“The Minister’s Black Veil” by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Conflict Type: Internal
Subcategory: Man vs. Himself
The central conflict in this story is the minister, Reverend Hooper’s internal struggle with sin, guilt, and the human condition. The mysterious black veil he wears symbolizes his desire to conceal and atone for his own secret sins (Short Stories, n.d.).
“Why I Live at the P.O.” by Eudora Welty
Conflict Type: External
Subcategory: Man vs. Man
The primary conflict in this story is the interpersonal rivalry and hostility between the narrator and her sister, Stella-Rondo (Short Stories, n.d.). Their contentious relationship and competitive dynamic propel the narrative, as the narrator feels constantly undermined and resentful of her sister’s attention and favor from their family members.
“The Yellow Wallpaper”
Conflict Type: Internal and External (Conflict in Literature, 2024)
Subcategories: Man vs. Himself, Man vs. Society
The narrator in this story faces an internal struggle with her declining mental health. Additionally, there is an external conflict between the narrator and the societal expectations placed on women at the time, as she chafes against the restrictions and dismissal of her concerns by her husband John, and the medical establishment (Short Stories, n.d.).
“The Story of an Hour”
Conflict Type: Internal
Subcategory: Man vs. Himself (EN221, 2024)
The main conflict in this story is Mrs. Mallard’s internal struggle as she grapples with the realization of the complex emotions that arise upon learning of her husband’s reported death. This internal turmoil drives the narrative as she confronts her own desires and societal pressures, leading to her eventual death.
“The Stolen Party” by Liliana Heker
Conflict Type: External
Subcategory: Man vs. Society
The primary conflict in this story is the external struggle between Rosaura, the daughter of a maid, and the privileged social circle of her wealthy friend Luciana’s birthday party (Short Stories, n.d.). Rosaura feels like an outsider and faces subtle discrimination from the other guests, creating tensions and a sense of class conflict.
References
Conflict in Literature. (2024). PowerPoint Presentation
EN221. (2024). Conflict Lecture Notes
Short Stories. (n.d.). Week 2 to Week 6
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Assignment Content
Write a short overview that identifies and explains the conflict in ALL of the stories we have read so far this semester. Be sure to distinguish if the conflict is internal or external AND identify the subcategory of the conflict.
Overview of Conflict in Stories
Don’t write this as an essay. Create a bulleted/numbered list, and make sure to practice proper writing and clear analysis.
Below are websites, PowerPoint, and lecture notes. Please use it to help with the assignment.
https://www.servicescape.com/blog/decoding-the-six-conflicts-in-literature-with-examples
**I have enclosed the short stories read thus far in a file below, please don’t use any outside sources regarding the stories.****