Types of Conflict

Created by: Georgia Walker - 2025 - Suffolk Public Schools

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Digital Escape Room Challenge

Types of Conflict

You've just stepped into a world full of exciting conflicts-but don't worry, these aren't real arguments! In this escape room, you'll explore different types of conflict found in stories, such as character vs. character, character vs. self, character vs. nature, and more. Your mission? Solve each challenge by correctly identifying the type of conflict in a series of scenarios. Each correct answer will unlock the next step in your journey! But be careful- if you answer incorrectly, you'll be sent back and told to try again before you can move forward. Are you ready to test your conflict identification skills and escape?! Let's begin!

Welcome to the Conflict Challenge!

Complete each task to beat the game: there is no other way to escape!

TASKS

FINAL TASK

TASK 5

TASK 4

TASK 3

TASK 2

TASK 1

TASK 1

External Conflict

Internal Conflict

Let's start with a simple identification warm-up. This type of conflict is a struggle between a character and an outside force of some sort.

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TASK 1

Character vs. Technology

Character vs. Nature

Character vs. Character

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You're doing great, but we're still in the warm-up phase! This type of conflict features a battle against natural forces such as storms, animals, or disasters.

TASK 1

Character vs. Self

Character vs. Supernatural

Character vs. Society

Character vs. Character

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You've almost completed the first task! This type of conflict features a struggle against ghosts, monsters, or otherwordly beings.

Complete each task to beat the game: there is no other way to escape!

TASKS

FINAL TASK

TASK 5

TASK 4

TASK 3

TASK 2

TASK 1

You love going to soccer practice every Friday night! However, last week you had to go to dinner with your family instead, and this week a friend has invited you to the movies.

TASK 2

Character vs. Society

Character vs. Self

Character vs. Character

Read the scenario below and determine which conflict type it is.

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Your school has a state-level track team: for boys. When you and a group of female friends want to start a girls' track program, you're told that, "although it's a nice idea, there just isn't eough money in the athletic budget."

TASK 2

Character vs. Nature

Character vs. Character

Character vs. Society

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Read the scenario below and determine which conflict type it is.

You're trying to submit an assignment on Canvas, but every time you go to attach your essay, it won't load. It's as if Canvas is working against you! You worry that you won't be able to turn your work in on time.

TASK 2

Character vs. Technology

Character vs. Nature

Character vs. Self

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Read the scenario below and determine which conflict type it is.

Complete each task to beat the game: there is no other way to escape!

TASKS

FINAL TASK

TASK 5

TASK 4

TASK 3

TASK 2

TASK 1

Mia and Zoe are lost in the forest with no way to call for help.

Mia is afraid of heights and doesn't want to continue climbing.

Mia and Zoe are struggling to climb the mountain during a dangerous storm.

Mia and Zoe are arguing about which hiking trail to take.

What is the central conflict in the passage, and how does it create tension in the story?

Mia tightened her grip on the rope as the wind howled through the mountains. Rain pelted her face, making it nearly impossible to see. She and her best friend, Zoe, had set out on this hike hours ago, but now a sudden storm had turned the trail into a slippery nightmare. If they didn't find shelter soon, they'd be in serious danger. "We should turn back!" Zoe shouted over the wind. "No! We're almost there!" Mia snapped. She knew they had trained for this hike for weeks, but doubt started creeping into her mind. Was she being reckless? She wanted to prove she could do this, but was she putting them both at risk? Zoe crossed her arms. "Being 'almost there' won't matter if we get stuck or hurt!" Mia hesitated, looking up at the dark clouds. She could keep pushing forward-- or amidst Zoe was right. The decision could change everything.

TASK 3

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Read the passage and answer the question.

She is worried about Zoe slowing her down and being afraid of the storm.

She wants to keep climbing but is unsure if she's making the right choice for her and Zoe.

How does it affect her decision-making?

Mia tightened her grip on the rope as the wind howled through the mountains. Rain pelted her face, making it nearly impossible to see. She and her best friend, Zoe, had set out on this hike hours ago, but now a sudden storm had turned the trail into a slippery nightmare. If they didn't find shelter soon, they'd be in serious danger. "We should turn back!" Zoe shouted over the wind. "No! We're almost there!" Mia snapped. She knew they had trained for this hike for weeks, but doubt started creeping into her mind. Was she being reckless? She wanted to prove she could do this, but was she putting them both at risk? Zoe crossed her arms. "Being 'almost there' won't matter if we get stuck or hurt!" Mia hesitated, looking up at the dark clouds. She could keep pushing forward-- or amidst Zoe was right. The decision could change everything.

TASK 3

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Read the passage and answer the question.

Mia and Zoe refuse to listen to each other, which causes them to get lost during the storm.

Mia wants to keep going, while Zoe thinks they should turn back, making Mia questions her decision.

Mia and Zoe agree to split up, allowing them to escape the storm faster.

Both Mia and Zoe want to continue, so they quickly find a solution.

How do Mia and Zoe's differing perspectives influence the way the conflict unfolds?

Mia tightened her grip on the rope as the wind howled through the mountains. Rain pelted her face, making it nearly impossible to see. She and her best friend, Zoe, had set out on this hike hours ago, but now a sudden storm had turned the trail into a slippery nightmare. If they didn't find shelter soon, they'd be in serious danger. "We should turn back!" Zoe shouted over the wind. "No! We're almost there!" Mia snapped. She knew they had trained for this hike for weeks, but doubt started creeping into her mind. Was she being reckless? She wanted to prove she could do this, but was she putting them both at risk? Zoe crossed her arms. "Being 'almost there' won't matter if we get stuck or hurt!" Mia hesitated, looking up at the dark clouds. She could keep pushing forward-- or amidst Zoe was right. The decision could change everything.

TASK 3

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Read the passage and answer the question.

Complete each task to beat the game: there is no other way to escape!

TASKS

FINAL TASK

TASK 5

TASK 4

TASK 3

TASK 2

TASK 1

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FEDCBA

Character vs. Supernatural

Character vs. Technology

Character vs. Society

Character vs. Nature

Character vs. Self

Character vs. Character

F. Darius froze as the shadowy figure in the mirror moved, but he hadn't.

TASK 4

E. Allison hesitated before stepping on stage, battling the fear that she wasn't good enough.

D. Santiago searched the rubble of his home after the tornado destroyed its foundation.

C. Ms. Walker sent a worksheet to the printer, but it was jammed.

B. Jalyn and Hassan argued over who should lead the group project, refusing to back down.

A. Marvin refused to follow an unfair school rule, even though it might get him in trouble.

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Drag & Drop: Sort each example to match the type of conflict. Then, choose the correct order below to advance to the next page.

Kai and McKenzie have been friends for years, and they've always dreamed of discovering the Lost Temple hidden deep within the jungle. Their journey has been filled with excitement, but as they face challenges, they begin to question their trust in each other and their own abilities. After several days of hiking, Kai and McKenzie arrive at a fork in the jungle path. The map they have doesn't make it clear which path is the right one. McKenzie suggests they follow the trail that seems more obvious, but Kai wants to take a different route, believing it will lead them to the temple faster. The two friends argue over which path to choose, and their disagreement causes frustration. As they continue their journey, McKenzie begins to doubt her decision-making skills and wonders if she's cut out for this adventure. She starts thinking about quitting, but Kai encourages her to keep going. Finally, they come across a broken bridge over a deep ravine. Kai wants to try crossing it, but McKenzie is afraid and insists they should find another way around. This time, McKenzie must decide if she'll face her fear and cross the bridge, or if they will turn back and find another path.

TASK 4

Next

Read the passage and pay attention to the order of conflict(s). Click the next button when you are ready for your task.

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EBCA

ABDE

EDBA

RE-READ

A. Kai wants to cross a dangerous broken bridge, but McKenzie is terrified and wants to find another way.

B. McKenzie begins to doubt her ability to make the right decisions for the expedition.

D. Kai drops the map into the river, and they spend hours trying to retrieve it.

E. Kai and McKenzie argue about which path to take, causing frustration and tension.

C. Kai encourages McKenzie to keep going, but she struggles with her own self-doubt.

TASK 4

Drag and Drop: Place the conflicts in the correct order on the timeline. You will have ONE conflict that does not belong. Then, select the box that contains the correct order.

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Complete each task to beat the game: there is no other way to escape!

TASKS

FINAL TASK

TASK 5

TASK 4

TASK 3

TASK 2

TASK 1

Next

Sofia had been preparing for the regional science fair for months. Her project, which studied the effects of light on plant growth, was almost perfect-- until the night before the fair. When she checked her plants, she noticed they were wilting, despite being healthy just days before. Her experiment was failing. Sofia had two choices: 1. She could stay up all night trying to fix the experiment, hoping to make it work in time for the fair, but risk being too tired to present. 2. Or, she could present her flawed project, explaining what went wrong and how she tried to solve the issue. Sofia decided to stay up and try to fix the experiment. By morning, the plants hadn’t fully recovered, but she felt ready to present. When Sofia explained her mistakes to the judges, they appreciated her effort, even though the project wasn’t perfect. She didn’t win, but she learned that the process was just as important as the results.

TASK 5

Read the passage and pay close attention to the conflict development. When you are ready, click the NEXT button to advance to your task!

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D. Sofia struggles between attending the fair and abandoning the project, but ultimately doesn't participate.

C. Sofia chooses to stay up all night, thinking that perfection is more important than health.

B. Sofia stays calm and fixes the project in no time, without feeling stressed or conflicted.

A. Sofia decides to present her flawed project, feeling that honesty will make up for the failure.

TASK 5

RE-READ

How does Sofia's internal conflict affect her decision in the story?

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D. She doesn't care about the science fair and is indifferent about the results.

C. She is afraid of failure and prefers to avoid challenges.

B. She is determined and values hard work, even at the cost of her own well-being.

A. She is impulsive and often makes decisions without thinking.

TASK 5

RE-READ

What does Sofia's decision to stay up all night and fix her project show the reader about her character?

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Complete each task to beat the game: there is no other way to escape!

TASKS

FINAL TASK

TASK 5

TASK 4

TASK 3

TASK 2

TASK 1

Next

As Mariah opened her locker, a folded note fluttered to the ground. Curious, she picked it up and read the shaky handwriting: "Meet me in the library after school. I need your help. - A Friend." Mariah's heart pounded. She had no idea who wrote it, but something about the words felt urgent. Her best friend, Lila, warned her, “It could be a prank. You shouldn’t go.” But Mariah couldn’t ignore it. After school, she hesitated outside the library doors. Was she making a mistake? Her mind raced—what if this was a trap? But what if someone truly needed her? Taking a deep breath, she stepped inside. To her surprise, she saw Alex, a classmate known for always being alone. He looked nervous. “I— I need help studying,” he admitted. “I don’t want people to know I’m struggling.” Mariah smiled. “Of course, I’ll help.”

FINAL TASK

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Read the passage carefully, and pay attention to the types of conflict you encounter. When you're ready, click NEXT to continue to your last task!

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Character vs. Character = 1 Character vs. Supernatural = 4 Character vs. Self = 2 Character vs. Technology = 5 Character vs. Nature = 3 Character vs. Society = 6

TASK 6

Identify the three types of conflict that were present in the passage. Each correct conflict type correspeonds to a number. Choose the correct 3-digit code to officially escape!

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