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Zoe had been planning the reunion—an outdoor picnic—for months. As the first guests arrived, the wind picked up and the sky turned a menacing gray. Soon after, a steady rain began falling. “Always expect the unexpected,” Zoe said to herself as she began to calmly unload a box of rain ponchos personalized for the event. “Besides, the skies could clear at any minute.”

What character traits are revealed by Zoe’s response to the conflict?
A. Zoe cares about nature and giving back to her community.
B. Zoe is easily frustrated when things don’t go according to her plans.
C. Zoe is optimistic, but nevertheless makes plans for possible obstacles.
D. Zoe is shy and doesn’t have many friends, so she often talks to herself.

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C. Zoe is optimistic, but nevertheless makes plans for possible obstacles.

She stays calm, prepares rain ponchos, and still expects the weather could improve—showing optimism plus practical planning.