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Conflict/PunOxymoron
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Term: Internal Conflict | Definition: A struggle a character has within their own mind—like feeling confused, guilty, or torn between choices. |
| Romeo states, “O brawling love! O loving hate!” | Oxymoron Example/Internal Conflict |
| Term: External Conflict | Definition: A problem or fight between a character and someone or something else, like another person or group. |
| The fight between the Montagues and Capulets is a family feud that causes violence. | Example of external conflict—a fight between two characters. |
| Term: Oxymoron | Definition: A phrase that puts two opposite words together to show mixed feelings or confusion. |
| Term: Pun | Definition: A play on words, often humorous, where a word has two meanings. |
| Mercutio states: “Ask for me tomorrow, and you shall find me a grave man.” | Pun Example/External Conflict (He was stabbed by Tybalt.) |