DIRECTIONS: Write external before each sentence that describes an external
conflict. Write internal before each sentence that describes an internal conflict.
1. A group of picnickers struggle to salvage their lunch during a big
rainstorm.
2. Drew is afraid Bridget will say no if he asks her out. He works up his
courage and calls her.
3. Michael tried to protect his home from being affected by the
hurricane that was on its way. But the wind caused a tree to slam into his
house, crashing into one of the bedrooms.
4. Andrea is angry when she learns that a worker who was just hired has
been promoted and will be making a lot more money.
5. The FBI arrested a man accused of robbing a number of banks in the
area.
6. Jake has been picking on Tommy every day at lunchtime just because
he is a new student.