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In a short story, the problem that moves the action of the story forward is known as the (1 point) theme. conflict. protagonist.

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Answer:

conflict

Step-by-step explanation:

The conflict is the central problem of the story and is what the story is about. The theme is the message of the story, so it can't be the answer. The protagonist isn't a problem, the protagonist is the main character.

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