Part A

Which statement best describes the type of conflict Malik overcomes?

Malik vs. his mother: He must learn how to enjoy himself despite his mother's attitude while they are in Japan.

Malik vs. himself: He must learn how to find joy in circumstances he cannot change.

Malik vs. society: He must learn that his perspective is not universally accepted.

Malik vs. technology: He must learn how to use technology to maintain his friendships.
Part B

Which line from the text best demonstrates that Malik has overcome the conflict in Part A?

“The museum was actually kind of cool, even if Malik had no intention of telling his mother he had a good time.”

“Malik met up with the guys whenever he could do so without admitting to his mom he actually liked it.”

“He was more than ready for the next adventure."

“Gradually, Malik’s social media feed shifted from hometown news to an expansive collection of photos and stories from three or four continents at a time.”

The statement that best describes the type of conflict Malik overcomes is Malik vs. himself: He must learn how to find joy in circumstances he cannot change.

Explanation:

At the beginning of the short story "The next adventure" Malik does not want to move to Japan as he is supposed to since her mother has to move because of her job, he has a bad attitude and refuses to enjoy his time in Japan until one day he gets to know the guys from other families and they become his new friends, this gave Malik a lesson, he learned to accept and enjoy whatever comes in life.