Everyman Theatre "The Roommate" Play Guide

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External Conflict External conflict deals with a problem someone is experiencing with a force or forces in the outside world. There are several subcategories of external conflict. Among these are: Person vs. Person: A person conflicting with another person (Example: Susan and Roat in Wait Until Dark) Person vs. Nature: A person battling against a great force of nature (Example: Tornado) Person vs. Society: A person’s beliefs or actions go against the majority (Example: Rosa Parks refusing to move on the bus) Person vs. Supernatural: A person dealing with a being not from this world, often with powers that defy the laws of nature (Example: The story of Dracula)

External Conflict in The Roommate Draw and caption the external conflict for either Sharon or Robyn here.

Comprehension: Summarize the main differences between internal and external conflict. Reflection: How do you see external and internal conflict in The Roommate?

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