Nick's Surfing Adventure

What emotion did Nick feel as he stood on the sandy beach staring at the Atlantic Ocean?

• Excited and nervous

• Sad and anxious

• Bored and uninterested

• Angry and frustrated

What did Nick promise to himself after his first attempt at catching a wave?

• To keep trying

• To give up

• To ask for help

• To try a different sport

What did Nick learn from his surfing experience?

• Determination leads to success

• Surfing is easy

• The ocean is dangerous

• He prefers swimming

How did Nick feel after successfully riding the wave to the shore?

• Accomplished and proud

• Disappointed and tired

• Indifferent and bored

• Scared and anxious

What did Nick's friends do when he returned to the beach after surfing?

• Cheered for him

• Ignored him

• Laughed at him

• Criticized him

Do you think that challenges can make us stronger? Write an opinion piece explaining how overcoming challenges can help us grow and learn. Use examples from Nick's story to support your opinion.