Resolving
Conflicts
Presented by: Mrs. Emilyn G. Ramos
MOST ESSENTIAL
LEARNING
COMPETENCIES (MELCs)
MELC 26. Discover the conflicts presented in literary
selections and the need to
resolve those conflicts in non-violent ways
Enabling Competencies:
− Explain the literary devices used
− Determine tone, mood, technique, and purpose of the
author
− Draw similarities and differences of the featured selections
in relation to the theme
Imagine yourself in the following
situations. How do you think you will
resolve the problem in each
situation?
Use the sentence frame to share
your thoughts: Somebody… wanted…
but… so…
(Somebody is the person who
wants something, wanted is the
thing he/she wants, but is the
problem, so is the solution.)
Example: 1. The student wanted to watch the news for her
homework, but her sister refused to change the channel.
So, she asked her again and calmly explained the situation.
Example: 1. The student wanted to watch the news for her
homework, but her sister refused to change the channel.
So, she asked her again and calmly explained the situation.
The illustrations show real-life problems
that need immediate solution. They must
be resolved before they become bigger
problems. In literature, it is conflict — a
struggle or problem faced by the main
character. It happens because of
differing views, intentions, or interest
between individuals. A conflict can make
it difficult to form a positive and healthy
relationship.
You probably encountered the term as part of a plot in Freytag’s Pyramid which consists of
exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution/denouement. In fiction, conflict
creates the tension and drives the story forward. It is often introduced in the rising action. Then,
the main character is confronted with the conflict that leads to the climax. The conflict is
handled in the falling action and finally resolved in the resolution.
Types
of
Conflict
There are two types of conflict:
internal and external.
External Conflict
refers to the opposition between an individual and some
outside force.
The examples are person vs. person (hero vs. villain),
person vs. nature (weather, animal encounter, or natural
disasters), person vs. society (law or tradition), person vs.
technology (computer or machine), and person vs.
supernatural (ghosts, gods, aliens, or monsters). You have
encountered some of these in the literary texts you have
read in the previous quarter.
Examples on next page:
Person vs.
Person
In “My Father Goes to Court”, the
rich man had a complaint against the
narrator’s family of stealing the
spirit or essence of their food.
Person vs.
Society
Awiyao and Lumnay in “The
Wedding Dance” separated
because they must follow their
tribe’s custom.
Internal Conflict
refers to the opposition coming from within.
This is also known as character vs. self which involves moral
and values.
It requires a person’s decisions when challenged by
conscience and needs to choose between right and wrong.
This type of conflict is demonstrated in situation 2, when
the student is torn between watching her favorite Korean
drama and completing her modules.
Theme
A conflict often reveals the theme of
story — the life lesson or the
author’s message.
It is the truth about the way human
beings live, as presented in the story.
It also implies a universal view of life
which the reader can accept,
challenge, or question. The theme of
“My Father Goes to Court” is
provided as an example.
Theme
Resolving Conflicts
In this lesson, you will examine how to solve
conflicts in non-violent ways. Whether it’s with
your parents or siblings, you can do the
following to stop a conflict from getting worse.
Steps on the next page:
1. First, you need to calm down. Deep breaths can be a good start.
2. Second, listen to each other when discussing about the issue or problem.
3. Third, you need to take responsibility for your actions. Consider what you
would have done differently if you could go back in time.
4. Fourth, think of the solutions that are acceptable for both/everyone.
5. Fifth, choose the solution together which you think will be the most
effective.
6. Lastly, accept when you realized you are wrong, forgive if you received an
apology, or thank the person for solving the problem with you.
Steps on the next page:
Steps:
Now, you have recognized that
conflict is an inevitable part of life.
As a reader, you will be able to
deepen your connection with the
meaning of a story or character
and discover possible solutions
to deal with conflicts.
Learning Task 1
Identify the conflict shown in each illustration. If it is an external
conflict, write “E” on the space provided. If it is an internal
conflict, write “I”.
Learning Task 1
Identify the conflict shown in each illustration. If it is an external
conflict, write “E” on the space provided. If it is an internal
conflict, write “I”.
Learning Task 1
Identify the conflict shown in each illustration. If it is an external
conflict, write “E” on the space provided. If it is an internal
conflict, write “I”.
Learning Task 2
Conflict can also be established through the
characters’ dialogue. Read each dialogue or
passage and determine the type of conflict faced
by the character. Choose from the list below and
write only the letter of your answer.
A. person vs. person
C. person vs. society
E. person vs. supernatural
B. person vs. nature
D. person vs. technology
F. person vs. self
Learning
Task 3
Read the except of a
news article below.
A. Now, list down the problems which the
children in the poorest urban communities in
the Philippines are experiencing. The first one
is provided for you as your guide.
B. From the problems
emphasized in the
article, choose one (1)
and provide at least
three (3) possible
solutions to deal with
the problem. Write
your answers in the
tree organizer below:
Learning Task 4
The United Nations celebrates International Day of Peace every 21st of
September. Its goal is to persuade people all over the world to pledge to
put peace above all differences. As we recover from the COVID-19
epidemic in 2021, we are motivated to think creatively and collaboratively
about how to help everyone recover more quickly. Young people like you
must be recognized as problem-solvers and peacemakers.
As a student, how can you be a “peacemaker”? Create your own pledge
and present it creatively in a separate sheet of paper. Write the things you
should do to bring peace and love into your home. An example is
provided below as your guide.
Learning Task 4
Assimilation
A conflict is a struggle or problem faced by the main
character. It can be categorized into — external and
________________.
It can be resolve in non-violent ways. To stop it from
getting worse, you should cool off, ________________,
take responsibility,
________________, ________________, and affirm,
forgive, or thank.
Assessment
Read each situation and determine the type of
conflict faced by the character. Choose from the
list below and write only
the letter of your answer.
A. person vs. person
C. person vs. society
E. person vs. supernatural
B. person vs. nature
D. person vs. technology
F. person vs. self
Assessment
____1. Martha breaks the curfew set by her parents.
____2. Linda is in a hurry to get to work and runs a red
light.
____3. In the woods, a guy is being chased by a wild
animal.
____4. The tourists are stranded in an island in Eastern
Visayas.
____5. Angeles family are being punished by the duwende
in their backyard.
Assessment
____6. Mikay is tempted to steal money from her employer in
order to feed her family.
____7. The space robots that can transform into cars are
chasing Ronny and his friends.
____8. Mr. and Mrs. Torres argue on how to spend their
money during this time of pandemic.
____9. Ryan must decide whether to stay with his family or
relocate to a new place in search of a better paying job.
____10. Bryan is torn between skipping online class with her
friends and staying to retake the subject’s examination.
Reflection
Communicate your
personal assessment as
indicated in the Learner’s
Assessment Card.
Reflection
Thank you
for listening!
Don't hesitate to ask any questions!
