Question

Which sentence uses the term “conflict” correctly?


In the story, the empress decides to resolve the conflict by agreeing to her enemy’s demands.

Mr. Ruben runs a local conflict that donates books and toys each summer.

The conflict of love and family is woven throughout the pages of this thought-provoking book.

The student’s essay includes a fascinating conflict about Julius Caesar’s impact on the Roman Empire.

Answer 1

Correct: "In the story, the empress decides to resolve the conflict by agreeing to her enemy’s demands."

Why: "Conflict" correctly means a struggle or clash (here between the empress and her enemy).

Why the others are wrong:
- "Mr. Ruben runs a local conflict…" — incorrect; "conflict" doesn’t mean an organization that donates goods (use "charity" or "program").
- "The conflict of love and family…" — awkward phrasing; better as "the conflict between love and family," though the idea (a clash of loyalties) is valid.
- "The student’s essay includes a fascinating conflict about Julius Caesar’s impact…" — odd usage; an essay might describe or analyze a conflict or debate, but it wouldn’t "include a conflict" in that sense (use "discussion," "debate," or "argument").