Smile - Character Trait ID

What's a result of Raina's needing extensive dental treatment during her middle and high school years?

• Raina falls and injures her two front teeth.

• Raina keeps going to school and tries to stay positive even though her recovery is hard.

• Raina's friends often make fun of her and embarrass her.

• Raina often worries about her appearance and teeth.

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CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

What does Raina do when she realizes her friends are treating her badly?

• Raina tells her parents to talk to them.

• Raina decides to find a new group of friends.

• Raina pretends everything is fine and stays with them.

• Raina starts teasing them back.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What happens after Raina chooses to stop spending time with her old friends?

• Raina feels totally sad and alone.

• Raina regrets her decision.

• Raina becomes more confident and finds better friends.

• Raina's old friends lead a smear campaign against her.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What kinds of activities does Raina enjoy as she grows older in the story?

• Raina enjoys playing sports.

• Raina enjoys drawing and drama.

• Raina enjoys cooking and baking.

• Raina enjoys science experiences.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

How does Raina act when she’s around her new group of friends?

• Raina stays quiet and unsure.

• Raina feels more comfortable and relaxed.

• Raina avoids them even though they’re nice.

• Raina tries to impress them by changing herself.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

How does the author show that Raina feels insecure?

• Through her long descriptions of Raina's feelings.

• Through dialogue of Raina expressing what she doesn't like about herself and others.

• Through pictures of Raina looking sad, nervous, or embarrassed.

• Through flashbacks to Raina's younger years.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

By the end of the story, how has Raina’s attitude towards herself, others, and her life changed?

• Raina is sad and bitter about everything that happened.

• Raina accepts herself and feels more confident.

• Raina wishes she had stayed with her old friends.

• Raina thinks her appearance still matters the most.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What kind of lesson does Raina seem to learn by the end of Smile?

• Being popular is more important than being kind.

• You can’t trust anyone

• It’s okay to be yourself and let go of people who treat you badly.

• It’s best to be open about your feelings to others.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Why do you think Raina is more confident at the end of the story?

• Raina changes schools and gets closer to her sister.

• Raina becomes friends with the dentist and gets a job.

• Raina accepts herself and surrounds herself with people who respect her.

• Raina no longer has to wear braces and reunites with her friends.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Character Traits: Raina shows the ability to bounce back from painful and embarrassing situations and which shows she is

Answer explanation

Raina shows resilience by bouncing back from painful and embarrassing situations.

Example 1: After knocking out her two front teeth, Raina endures years of dental work, including braces, root canals, headgear, and fake teeth. She never quits the treatment, even though it’s physically painful and emotionally difficult.
📖 Scene: She attends school with her temporary teeth and follows through with every dentist visit.

Example 2: Even when classmates make comments about her appearance, Raina keeps showing up at school, trying to act normal and focus on her goals.
📖 Scene: She wears her headgear in public even though she’s embarrassed, showing her strength to deal with challenges.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3