Conflict analysis of the main character in the Novel Matilda by Roald Dahl

This research uses a qualitative descriptive method in relation to the use of clear and systematic descriptions of the phenomena being studied. A descriptive study in textual analysis was applied in this research to analyze the main character through the novel's text. This research uses New Criticism because this thesis discusses the characters and characterization of the novel. The researcher also uses the conflict theory by Meyer (1990) to analyze the conflict that faced by Matilda asthe main character. The conclusion of this study explains that Matilda overcomes conflicts with her parents and the school principal with the help of Miss Honey. With Matilda's intelligence, she manages to get Miss Honey's attention so that their relationship is very close. Besides resolving all conflicts, Miss Honey also regains her rights that had been taken away.