Several characters deal with internal conflicts that alter the outcome of the overall story. Pick three such characters, define their conflicts and explain how these affect their actions.

Grand Admiral Thrawn is clearly a shrewd and cunning servant of the Empire. Even without the ability to use the Force to guide him, he gets the job done. Do you think this gives him an upper hand in his overall mission to crush the New Republic or not? Explain your answer.

Talon Karrde has many opportunities to hand Luke Skywalker as well as Han Solo and Lando Calrissian over to the Imperials. What are some of the reasons he does not do so?

Luke gives up the opportunity to escort Leia to safety on Kashyyyk. Why does he do this? Do you think he has ulterior motives?

Mara Jade has many opportunities to carry through...