Question

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

Explanation:

External conflict in literature centers on a character facing opposition from an external force, not internal thoughts or character development alone. Option A refers to foreshadowing, C refers to character arc, D refers to internal conflict. Only option B matches the definition of external conflict.

Answer:

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