Identify the type of conflict revealed in each statement.

It would be impossible to reach the airport in time with the storm pressing down on the city.

In her frustration, she longs for a world that appreciates the intelligence of women.

I want to go to the movies on Saturday night, but my parents won’t allow it.

Her selfishness prevents her from helping a friend in need.

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1. Man vs. Nature (The conflict is between the protagonist trying to reach the airport and the storm that is preventing them from doing so).
2. Woman vs. Society (The conflict is between the protagonist and a societal expectation or stereotype that underestimates or devalues women's intelligence).
3. Man vs. Authority (The conflict is between the protagonist's desire to go to the movies and their parents' restriction or refusal).
4. Woman vs. Self (The conflict is within the protagonist herself, with her own selfishness preventing her from helping a friend).