Question

Which presents an external conflict?
A. Residents in a small town are divided over the construction of a large hotel that promises economic growth but threatens the environment.
B. A composer grapples with self-doubt and a fear of failure as she attempts to write the score for next summer’s big blockbuster film.
C. A teen struggles with the moral dilemma of exposing a close friend’s secret for the greater good.
D. A leader questions his ability to make the right decisions as his team’s trust wavers.

Answer 1

A. It's a conflict between groups and outside forces (town residents vs. the hotel/project), which is external. The others describe internal struggles (self-doubt or moral dilemmas).