Read this excerpt from The Call of the Wild by Jack London.

Question

A chill wind was blowing that nipped him sharply and bit with especial venom into his wounded shoulder. He lay down on the snow and attempted to sleep, but the frost soon drove him shivering to his feet. Miserable and disconsolate, he wandered about among the many tents, only to find that one place was as cold as another.

Which type of conflict is shown in the excerpt?

character vs. self
character vs. nature
character vs. character
character vs. society

Answer 1

The type of conflict shown in the excerpt is character vs. nature. The protagonist is struggling against the harsh and cold environment, which is causing physical pain and discomfort.