WorksheetsBy trying to Fit in, I lost my joy
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 16mins
What was the author's nickname when she was younger?
a) silly
b) Nutty
c) Fashionista
outgoing
What did the author enjoy doing in school?
studying
chatting with friends
playing sport
drawing
What did the author want to be when she grew up?
teacher
actress
doctor
musician
What happened to the author's personality when she started middle school?
She became more outgoing
She became more focused on grades
She became quieter and more serious
She became more interested in sports
What did the author's friend Rachel say about doing a skit for their English class project?
"That sounds like fun!"
"That's a great idea!"
"Ugh, a skit, how weird!"
"I wish we could do that!"
What did the author's dad say about her new personality?
"You need to work harder in school."
"You should be proud of yourself."
"Why are you always so serious?"
"You need to make more friends."
What did the author's close friends start doing as she changed her personality?
They started spending more time with her.
They started copying her new behavior.
They started distancing themselves.
They started trying to help her change back.
What did the author miss about summer camp?
The academic challenge
The competition
The joy and silliness
The opportunity to make new friends
What talent did the author rediscover at summer camp?
singing
dancing
impersonating
playing sports
How did the author feel about her impersonation of her counselor?
Embarrassed
Guilty
Proud
Indifferent
Do you think it's common for people to change themselves in this way, and if so, why?
What can be done to encourage people to be true to themselves, even in the face of social pressure?
