Character Traits and Conflict Resolution

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Objective

I can explain how the qualities of characters help resolve conflicts in a narrative.

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Practice

7 questions

1

What are some common emotions people might feel when they are in a conflict with someone else? Provide at least two examples.

2

Describe a situation where you might feel frustrated with a friend or sibling. How could you express your feelings to them in a calm and respectful way?

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Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe a character from a story you know who demonstrated qualities that helped resolve a conflict. What specific traits did they show, and how did these traits contribute to the resolution? Think of a situation in a narrative where two characters are in conflict. Explain how one character's qualities helped to resolve the disagreement. What traits did they exhibit, and what was the outcome?

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