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Keevan is considered as an underdog because he was the smallest candidate to be a dragon rider. (The title can give you a clue)
The problem in this story is that Beterli is always teasing Keevan of his height. Beterli gets in a fight with Keevan and get Keevan from going to the Impression, but Keevan does not give up and goes to the Impression.
Heth chooses Keevan as his dragonrider because Keevan displays qualities such as courage, determination, and compassion. Despite his small size and inexperience, Keevan shows loyalty and a strong bond with Heth, making him an ideal partner for their adventures together. Heth sees potential in Keevan and believes in his ability to become a great dragonrider.
Beterli wants Keevan to think that he's been removed from the candidacy.
An external conflict is when beterli fought with keevan and broke his skull and leg. An internal conflict is when keevan fears that he wont be at the impression to impress a dragon.
Keevan was created in 1997.
Keevan, the main character in "The Smallest Dragonboy" by Anne McCaffrey, is depicted as a young boy, likely in his early teenage years. His exact age is not specified in the story.
Keevan got his own dragon
At the end of the story, Keevan's name is changed to K'van to signify his transformation and growth into a more mature and capable individual. The new name reflects his acceptance into the community of dragon riders, marking his bond with his dragon and his newfound responsibilities. This change symbolizes a rite of passage, indicating that he has embraced his identity and role within the larger narrative of the story.
Berterli
"The Smallest Dragon Boy" is written in third person limited point of view, focusing on the thoughts and feelings of the protagonist Keevan. The reader is able to see the story unfold from Keevan's perspective, experiencing his challenges and triumphs as he strives to prove himself as a dragonrider.
If you mean the story I think you do (it's been over 3 decades since I've read it), the title might give you a clue.