Smart Cookie's Poem and Growth

The Smart Cookie shares its journey from feeling out of place in school to finding confidence through creativity. Initially struggling with academics and self-doubt, a unique homework assignment inspires the cookie to write an original poem. This creative endeavor leads to newfound confidence and recognition from peers and teachers. The experience teaches the cookie that intelligence comes in many forms and encourages continuous learning and self-discovery.

What was the Smart Cookie's initial feeling about fitting into the bakery community?

• Angry and resentful

• Confident and excited

• Nervous and unsure

• Indifferent and uninterested

What was one of the main reasons the Smart Cookie struggled in school?

• Lack of interest in learning

• Poor relationship with the teacher

• Difficulty in understanding the material

• Distractions and slow response time

What was the unique homework assignment given by Ms. Biscotti?

• Solve a complex math problem

• Create something original

• Write a book report

• Bake a new type of cookie

What inspired the Smart Cookie to write a poem?

• A dream they had

• A conversation with a friend

• A book they read

• Watching the rain hit the river

How did the Smart Cookie feel after completing the poem?

• Disappointed with the result

• Indifferent to the outcome

• Excited and accomplished

• Worried about the reception

What was the reaction of the classmates to the Smart Cookie's poem?

• They ignored it

• They criticized it

• They clapped and cheered

• They were confused by it

What did Ms. Biscotti say about the Smart Cookie's poem?

• It was similar to another student's work

• It was too simple

• It was completely original

• It needed more work

What did the Smart Cookie plan to do after the success of the poem?

• Write another poem

• Join a sports team

• Focus on math instead

• Stop writing altogether

How did the Smart Cookie's perspective on intelligence change?

• Felt intelligence is only academic

• Thought intelligence is unimportant

• Realized intelligence is diverse

• Believed intelligence is fixed

What did the Smart Cookie learn about trying new things?

• It's a waste of time

• It should be avoided

• It helps discover personal strengths

• It's only for the talented