This week's Practice exercise~
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Exercise: In 300 to 500 words, pit two or more characters against each other in some sort of conflict. Make each character's motivation clear. Avoid outright exposition: show the conflict, don't tell us about it.
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Differing opinions can draw two individuals into verbal confrontation on any number of topics: politics, school affiliation, even a teen arguing against curfew.
Each character must act for plausible reasons, based on valid motivations; each must have his or her own goals, aspirations, or fears. It is not necessary to resolve the conflict; submissions here are not meant to be full stories.
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These exercises were written by IWW members and administrators to provide structured practice opportunities for its members. You are welcome to use them for practice as well. Please mention that you found them at the Internet Writers Workshop.
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