Character Traits

What is a character trait that describes this man?

• Happy

• Lonely

• Upset

• Energetic

Manny was not afraid of anything. He tried new things all the time and would stand up for what he thought was the right thing to do. What could be a character trait for Manny?

• Athletic

• Brave

• Intelligent

Someone who is always worried is...

• Jealous

• Anxious

• Tolerant

“The next five days are going to be awesome!” Brad commented as they drove down the bumpy, gravel road toward the camp check-in station. He looked down at the camp brochure he had opened on his lap. “Dad, what do you think I should do first- the zip line, the waterslide, or the obstacle course?” Brad’s father laughed. “Let’s just worry about getting you checked in for now and locating your cabin. There will be plenty of time for your new activities after I leave.” Which character trait best describes Brad?

• arrogant

• lazy

• adventurous

• worried

Zoe watched as the tall boy confronted the shorter boy on the playground after school and started teasing him. The tall boy was surrounded by a group of boys who laughed at every mean thing their tall friend said. Zoe walked up to the tall kid. “Why are you picking on him?” Everyone grew silent for a moment. “I just videotaped that entire scene with my phone. I’d be happy to show it to the principal, or even your mom if you want me to.” Which character trait best describes Zoe?

• brave

• disrespectful

• unselfish

• immature

“I know you didn’t do it on purpose, Mom, but it’s a shame that you dropped the sugar cookies Grandma made for us, and they all had to be thrown away,” Melissa said to her mother. “What are you talking about? I didn’t throw away the sugar cookies. In fact, I found them hidden behind the cereal in the cupboard,” said Mom. Melissa looked at her mom. “What? I don’t understand.” “I think the twins played a trick on you,” explained Mom. Which character trait best describes Melissa?

• gullible

• manipulative

• dependable

• timid

Mom was driving Chris to his art class. Suddenly, she groaned. “It looks like we are going to get stuck waiting for a train again.” Chris reached into his bag and pulled out a book. “You need to be like me, Mom. I always have a book with me, ready to read in times like these.” “You’re right,” said Mom. “You always seem to have a book with you these days, Chris.” “If I am going to reach my goal of reading sixty books this school year, I need to read fifteen books each quarter,” explained Chris. “I’m proud of you for setting such a lofty goal,” said Mom. Which character trait best describes Chris?

• generous

• compassionate

• ambitious

• daring

Mark walked into the house and set his shopping bags on the counter. There was a lump of regret settled deep in his stomach. “Did you get your new baseball cleats?” asked Mom. “Yes, but I also bought a new bat, glove, and two shirts. Now that I think about it, though, I didn’t need those other things. I just wasted all of my birthday money,” Mark answered, shaking his head. Which character trait best describes Mark?

• cruel

• considerate

• impulsive

• pessimistic

Someone who does not like to wait is...

• Honest

• Impatient

• Confident

The stage curtains opened up.  Bob started to sweat.  He was shaking.
Bob was ________.

• sensitive

• selfish

• anxious

• happy