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Mistaken Identity

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Mistaken identity
Identify a conflict that you see present in Mistaken identity. Describe a key conflict in the
play and how it corresponds to a character’s development
Individual versus society conflict
Individual versus society conflict ensues when a character has a firm belief against the
culture of society. An individual feels that the world is against him and that no one comprehends
their side of story. In the play Mistaken Identity, conflict is present between Kali and the society.
Kali is a lesbian. Kali’s lesbianism impacts the likelihood that she and Steve might not sustain a
long-term relationship. Besides, Kali does not want to let her brother know her true identity. This
would imply that she would be forced never to see her nieces again as her brother would assume
that she would influence them. Kali is in a society that appreciates marriage. The society does
not comprehend her true identity thus expects her to get married. Nonetheless, Kali recognizes
that since she is a lesbian, and it is impossible to marry Steve.
Therefore, just like many dramas, Mistaken Identity is full of conflicts that reinforce one
another. Despite that there is a comic representation of the conflicts in the play, they are serious

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as well as potentially tragic undercurrents that influence the development of a character. For
instance, Kali is left with the option to hide from the outside world.

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Surname 1 Student’s Name Professor’s Name Course Title Date Mistaken identity Identify a conflict that you see present in Mistaken identity. Describe a key conflict in the play and how it corresponds to a character’s development Individual versus society conflict Individual versus society conflict ensues when a character has a firm belief against the culture of society. An individual feels that the world is against him and that no one comprehends their side of story. In the play Mistaken Identity, conflict is present between Kali and the society. Kali is a lesbian. Kali’s lesbianism impacts the likelihood that she and Steve might not sustain a long-term relationship. Besides, Kali does not want to let her brother know her true identity. This would imply that she would be forced never to see her nieces again as her brother would assume that she would influence them. Kali is ...
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