One theme could be to Think before you act because Ernie said that Sandra was one of the girls who stood him up one day, just because Alfonso said that Sandra had 2 ponytails.
The conflicts in "Broken Chain" by Gary Soto are man vs. self (Alfonso's insecurities and vanity), man vs. man (Alfonso's jealousy towards Sandra and his brother Ernie), man vs. society (pressure to conform to societal beauty standards), and man vs. fate (Alfonso's realization that he cannot control everything).
-Alfonso is not happy with the way he looks
-Ernie is against Alfonso for sandra
-Alfonso breaks his bike chain
-Ernie doesnt let Alfonso use his bike ---- i hope this helps :)
"True beauty is on the inside, not the outside." Alfonso worries too much about his appearance but he can have fun with girls and not worry about his appearance.
The external conflict is Alfonzo vs. Ernie for Sandra.
person vs person
The subplot in the story "Broken Chain " is Alfonso and the girl who was Alfonso dating and he didn't have a bike for himself and for Sandra
self concise
In "Broken Chain" by Gary Soto, the main complication arises when the protagonist, Alfonso, breaks his bike chain while on a date with Sandra. This event leads to a series of challenges and misfortunes, including Alfonso's attempt to impress Sandra by fixing the chain and his realization that physical appearances don't define happiness or self-worth.
In "Broken Chain" by Gary Soto, the parallel episodes involve the main character Alfonso's interactions with two different girls - Sandra and Yolanda. These episodes show Alfonso's struggle with his self-confidence and desire to fit in, as well as the theme of appearance versus reality. Ultimately, Alfonso learns an important lesson about valuing inner qualities over superficial appearances.
what is the internal conflict
slicing his hand LIKE A SNAKES FANG.
"The Broken Chain" by Gary Soto is written in first-person point of view, as the story is narrated by the protagonist, Alfonso. This allows readers to gain insight into Alfonso's thoughts, feelings, and personal experiences throughout the story.
one conflict was ashes pikachu was not strong enough to defeat gary's blastoise
"The chain snapped in another place and hit him when it popped up, slicing his hand like a snake's fang". This happens after Alfonso's bike is stolen and when he gets frustrated and breaks the chain again by throwing it hard onto the concrete. It's a metaphor because a chain can't really be a snake's fang, but Soto is trying to depict the feeling of being sliced by the chain. So, there you have it! ;)
He had four
Not a chance! You have to become the champion, so why would you want to lose to Gary? Not to mention that if you do lose to him, you have to defeat the Elite Four again.
blastoise