Directions: Read the passage. Use the information to choose the trait that best describes the character. Underline at least one sentence in the passage that supports your answers.

Example: Grant never wants to share his things. When his friends come over, he will only let them play with the toys that he does not want to play with. He does not ever give his friends a chance to use his things or share any of his snacks or treats. If someone tries to share his things, he throws a fit and takes all of his things and goes home.

Grant is a very boy.
a. generous
b. selfish
c. polite
d. smart

1. Mary had been trying to solve the same math problem for an hour. She kept writing and rewriting the problem over and over again. When she kept getting the wrong answer, she put her hands on her head, leaned back in her chair and said, "I quit!!!! I will never get it right!!!" Then she tore up the paper and threw it away.

Mary felt trying to solve the problem.
a. sad
b. frustrated
c. tired
d. worried

2. Jose was jumping up and down and watching out the window. He could not wait for his mother to get home. She was bringing his new baby sister home for the first time. He wanted to see her and play with her for the first time. He checked the clock and counted down the minutes until it was finally 7:00 p.m.

Jose was to see his new baby sister.
a. upset
b. disappointed
c. amused
d. excited

Kamela packed her own bag and put her pajamas, toothbrush, and favorite teddy bear in the bag as her first sleepover. She had never spent the night away from her home or family before. Kamela was not sure about what the night would be like at Christy's house. She wanted to go but did not want her mother to leave.

Spending the night at her friend's house made Kamela .
a. relaxed
b. nervous
c. sad
d. courteous

Mary:
- Mary's actions show frustration. She's repeatedly trying to solve a math problem, keeps getting it wrong, and eventually gives up, tearing up the paper.
- This is supported by the sentence: "Mary had been trying to solve the same math problem for an hour. She kept writing and rewriting the problem over and over again."
- Chosen trait: b. frustrated
Jose:
- Jose's excitement is clearly shown as he eagerly watches the clock and anticipates his mother's arrival with his new baby sister.
- This is supported by the sentence: "Jose was jumping up and down and watching out the window. He could not wait for his mother to get home."
- Chosen trait: d. excited
Kamela:
- Kamela is described as packing her bag for a sleepover, which she has never done before. Her unsure feelings about the night indicate nervousness.
- This is supported by the sentence: "Kamela was not sure about what the night would be like at Christy's house."
- Chosen trait: b. nervous

When analyzing characters, look for words or actions that might indicate emotions or traits and match them to the choices given. Always underline or highlight the sentence that best supports each conclusion.