Conflict and Theme
Complete the chart below using the first row as the model for completing all of the other conflicts in the chart. On the final column, you do not have to write
out a full thematic statement. Just put down a broader thematic idea that relates to the conflict.
Conflict
Jason vs. Bobo
Jason vs. his
discomfort during
the interrogation
Trent vs. his
ambition
Lt. Braxton vs. the
case of Alicia’s
death
Jason’s mother vs.
herself
Brad vs. Alicia
Type of Conflict
Human vs. human / external
Quote illustrating conflict
“Remembering what Bobo had done to
Rebecca and all his other mean stuff,
Jason hit Bobo with his clenched fist,
astonishing himself as well as Bobo” (25).
Thematic ideas revealed through the conflict
Defending those who cannot defend themselves
Taking a stand for what is right
Necessary violence