Question

A conflict is a struggle between opposing forces. A conflict achieves resolution when the struggle ends and the outcome is revealed. What are the two types of literary conflict?

Answer 1

Internal and external. Internal conflict occurs within the mind of a character who is torn by competing values or needs. External conflict occurs between a character and an outside force such as another person, society as a whole, nature, or fate.

Answer 2

The two most recognizable types of conflicts are "External" and "Internal" conflicts.

External conflict is between a character and someone from his surrounding while an internal conflict is one going on in the mind of the character when he/she cannot decide what decision to make.