What is the life lesson and how might it affect the character?

Billy is known around the city as a "tough guy." He only wears leather and can usually be spotted speeding down the street on his Harley motorcycle. He is covered in tattoos, including one that reads "Bad to the Bone." Little do these people know that Billy has a soft side and spends Tuesday evenings volunteering at the local animal shelter.

Heidi was nervous about her upcoming swim meet. She had been practicing for months and her coach said she was favored to win the gold medal. After dinner, her father drove her to get ice cream. As they sat at the counter, looking out the window, Heidi's father told his daughter, "All you can do is try your best. Don't let one race define who you are."

Jason is the greatest basketball player to ever play the game. After winning three champions, Jason is seemingly at the top of his career and everyone expects he will win his fourth consecutive MVP award. Yesterday, Jason called a press conference and suddenly announced his retirement.

Carmen eats lunch with her friends every day at the same table in the cafeteria. Today, Carmen sat down alone at a table in the far corner of the cafeteria.

The Space Rangers were prepared to storm the Intergalactic Compound and rescue Princess Jade from the evil alien overlord. While the other Rangers rushed ahead, Captain Lincoln stayed back with the new member of the force, Kirk. "Remember," he told him, "be alert. And whatever you do, don't turn your back."

Blake is a world-famous fitness guru known for his widely successful "Kick Butt" workout program. He has always been known for her steadfast dedication to healthy eating. On Friday, the paparazzi caught Blake eating two Big Macs in the parking lot outside of his gym.

Haley could feel the lump forming in her throat. She had failed her math test. Again. Mrs. Reynolds saw that Haley was sad and pulled her aside. "Don't give up," she said. "The ability to dust yourself off and try again is a true reflection of your character."

Tommy is always at the top of his class. He never forget to do his homework and almost always gets the highest score on his Science exams. Today, Tommy's teacher passed back their recent tests. Tommy received a D.