ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -Man vs. technology is an external conflict type, meaning that it relies primarily on action rather than internal thought. External conflict takes place in the real world, while internal conflict takes place inside the character’s mind.

Detailed explanation-2: -In person vs. person conflict, the protagonist is opposed by another person. A well-known example of this appears in Victor Hugo’s Les Miserables, when the justice-driven Javert continually thwarts Jean Valjean’s attempts at redemption and mercy.

Detailed explanation-3: -Man vs. Machine conflicts test a protagonist’s humanity and ingenuity over the intelligence and strength of technology. Classic Example: Dr. Frankenstein creates – and then attempts to overpower – his scientific creation in Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein.

Detailed explanation-4: -Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein is a classic example of the character versus technology genre. In this much-studied novel, Dr. Frankenstein brings a being to life by sewing together body parts from a graveyard. Despite having good intentions, the monster he creates frightens all he encounters and comes after Dr.

Detailed explanation-5: -Racism, segregation, religious beliefs, environmental issues, being wrongly accused of something, and being ousted from society are all examples of how someone can come into conflict with his or her community.