External conflict is a struggle that takes place between the main character and some outside force. Therefore, it is outside the body of the protagonist. Usually, it occurs when the protagonist struggles against the antagonist, a character that opposes the protagonist in the main body of the story. Other types of external conflict could also arise due to some other factors such as the forces of nature, and society in which the protagonist lives.
A direct quotation should NEVER be long-winded and lengthy. This is an excellent way to get people to lose interest in your paper. Additionally, you want most of your essay to be your own writing, with a few short quotes.
