Understanding Happy Facial Expressions

What does a happy face look like?

• A frowning face with closed eyes and furrowed brows.

• A face with a sad expression and downturned mouth.

• A neutral face with no expression and relaxed features.

• A smiling face with bright eyes and raised eyebrows.

Which of these shows a smile: a frown or a grin?

• a grin

• a smirk

• a pout

• a scowl

How do you feel when you see someone smiling?

• I feel confused and indifferent.

• I feel scared and anxious.

• I feel happy and uplifted.

• I feel annoyed and frustrated.

What color is often associated with happiness?

• blue

• green

• purple

• yellow

Can you name a cartoon character that looks happy?

• SpongeBob SquarePants

• Darth Vader

• Eeyore

• Grumpy Cat

What do you do when you feel happy?

• I focus on what makes me sad.

• I complain about my problems to others.

• I share my happiness with others and do things I love.

• I ignore my feelings and stay alone.

How does your face change when you are happy?

• Your face becomes expressionless and flat.

• Your face turns red and frowns.

• Your face appears tired with drooping eyelids.

• Your face typically smiles, with lifted corners of the mouth and brightened eyes.

What sound do people often make when they are happy?

• Sobbing

• Laughter

• Silence

• Yelling

What is something that makes you smile?

• Seeing a loved one smile

• A rainy day

• Watching a sad movie

• Eating a sour lemon

How can you tell if someone is happy just by looking at their face?

• Observe if they are looking away and avoiding eye contact.

• Check for a neutral expression and no movement.

• Look for a smile and bright eyes.

• Look for frowning and closed eyes.