Once upon a time, in a kingdom far, far away, there lived a young girl named Sophia. She was kind and gentle. Yes, she was very shy and often felt lonely. She wanted to make friends and explore the world. Yet, she was too afraid to have an adventure beyond the castle walls. One day, Sophia stumbled upon a small, glittering object hidden in the castle gardens. She picked it up and held it in her hand. As soon as she did, she felt a warm, comforting glow spread throughout her body. She looked at the object more closely. She saw that it was a small, golden key. Sophia didn't know what the key was for. As she walked around the castle, she discovered that the key could unlock any door, no matter how old or heavy it was. Sophia was overjoyed. She was so excited that she explored the hidden corners of the castle. After all, they had been forbidden to her before. As she explored, she met other people who were also curious and adventurous. Surprisingly, they became her friends. Together, they discovered secret passages, hidden rooms, and treasures. Before, these had been hidden for centuries. Sophia was no longer shy and lonely. The golden key became Sophia's most worthy possession. That's why she carried it with her wherever she went. It was a reminder to her that anything is possible if you are brave and curious, and that friendship and adventure are always within reach. 13. What are the characteristics of Sophia? A. Curious and adventurous. B. Afraid and unconfident. C. Mean and lonely. D. Shy and unkind.​