EXERCISE 12.1
Building Conflict
Working alone or with a classmate, complete each of the following statements by setting up a conflict. Then, for one of the completed statements, write three to four sentences that build tension through action, physical description, or dialogue (or some combination of the three).
1. You are ready to leave the house when . . .
2. You have just turned in your math exam when you realize that . . .
3. Your spouse suddenly becomes seriously ill . . .
4. Your child just told you that . . .
5. Your best friend phones you in the middle of the night to tell you . . .