Question

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how is external conflict used?
a. to show the struggle between a character and something outside himself or herself
b. to explain the development of a character’s personality over the course of a story
c. to provide a hint or suggestion that tells the reader what is going to happen in a story
d. to express a struggle between a character and his or her thoughts and feelings within the story

Explanation:

External conflict is a literary device where a character contends with forces outside of themselves, like other characters, nature, or society. Option A correctly defines this. Option B refers to character - development, not external conflict. Option C is about foreshadowing. Option D describes internal conflict.

Answer:

A. To show the struggle between a character and something outside himself or herself