Understanding Conflict in Literature
A Grade 7 ELA worksheet focusing on identifying and analyzing different types of conflict in literary texts.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will test your understanding of different types of conflict in literature.
Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow:
Elara gripped the worn leather straps of her backpack, her eyes scanning the dense forest ahead. A chilling wind whispered through the ancient trees, making the shadows dance and play tricks on her vision. She had been separated from her hiking group after a sudden, unexpected fog rolled in, thick and disorienting. Now, the sun was beginning to dip below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and purple, but offering little comfort. Her stomach growled, a stark reminder that she hadn't eaten since morning. Every rustle in the undergrowth made her jump, her heart pounding against her ribs. She knew she had to keep moving, to find a path, a sign, anything to lead her back to safety. But with each step, the forest seemed to grow darker, more menacing, and the hope she clung to began to fray.
1. What is the primary type of conflict Elara faces in the passage?
Character vs. Character
Character vs. Society
Character vs. Nature
Character vs. Self
2. Which detail from the passage best supports your answer to question 1?
"Elara gripped the worn leather straps of her backpack"
"She had been separated from her hiking group after a sudden, unexpected fog rolled in"
"Her stomach growled, a stark reminder that she hadn't eaten since morning"
"Every rustle in the undergrowth made her jump"
Identify the type of conflict described in each scenario. Choose from: Character vs. Character, Character vs. Nature, Character vs. Society, Character vs. Self.
3. A young girl argues with her best friend about who gets to play with the new toy. This is an example of .
4. A scientist struggles to find a cure for a deadly disease before it spreads worldwide. This is an example of .
5. A teenager feels conflicted about whether to follow their dreams or their parents' expectations. This is an example of .
6. In your own words, explain the difference between internal and external conflict.
7. A character fighting against a powerful government system is an example of Character vs. Society.
True
False
8. Character vs. Nature conflict always involves a natural disaster.
True
False
9. Write a short paragraph (3-5 sentences) describing a scenario that demonstrates Character vs. Self conflict. Be sure to clearly show the internal struggle of the character.