Explanation: The main conflict in "A Good Man is Hard to Find" involves understanding the meaning of life. This is not apparent until near the end of the story. All along, the family--and the grandmother--put their trust in the material world. They don't appear to think at all about the spiritual plane, but to enjoy the good things of the earth, such as the chance to take a car trip and eat a meal at Big Sam's. The grandmother puts her faith in her status as a lady and in her money. She is particularly careful to present herself as a lady, including wearing a hat.
