n a work of literature, conflict is the struggle between opposing characters or forces. The five stories in this unit deal with either internal conflict (a character’s personal struggle) or external conflict (a character's struggle with the environment or another character). In a five-paragraph essay, explain how either internal or external conflict is demonstrated within one of the stories. Cite specific examples from the story to support your theory. Part A Compose the thesis statement for your essay. Remember that your thesis statement should include the arguments that will be covered in the body paragraphs of your essay.