Characterization Comprehension

Characterization Comprehension

Read the passage below carefully. Then, answer the questions that follow about the characters in the story.

Lily loved to paint. Every afternoon after school, she would rush to her small art studio in the backyard. Her studio was just an old shed, but to Lily, it was a palace filled with colors and dreams. She was a quiet girl, often lost in her thoughts, but when she had a paintbrush in her hand, she felt bold and confident. One sunny Tuesday, her best friend, Sam, came over. Sam was always full of energy, always laughing, and loved to play sports. He saw Lily's latest painting, a vibrant landscape, and his eyes widened. 'Wow, Lily! This is amazing! You should enter it in the school art show!' Lily blushed and mumbled, 'Oh, I don't know, Sam. What if no one likes it?' Sam, ever the encourager, said, 'Don't be silly! Everyone will love it! You're so talented!' With Sam's encouragement, Lily decided to enter her painting. On the day of the art show, Lily was nervous, but when she saw her painting displayed with a blue ribbon, a huge smile spread across her face. She realized that sometimes, a little push from a friend is all you need to be brave.

1. Which word best describes Lily at the beginning of the story?

2. What is one character trait of Sam?

3. Lily felt   when she had a paintbrush in her hand.

4. Sam helped Lily feel more   about entering the art show.

5. How does Lily change from the beginning of the story to the end?

6. Sam was a quiet and reserved friend.