If you want to use consistent verb tenses in telling a story, that means you have to use the same tense, or at least they all should be in the past/present/future, depending on the first verb in the sentence. Here, the correct answer is:
B) I met Rob for the first time in the school infirmary, and he smiled at me even though he was clearly in pain.
The Misfits, by James Howe, is a book that chronicles the life of a kid in middle school who does not quite fit the stereotype of a "popular" kid. However, his life changes when his friend Addie decides to participate in the school's elections.
In the novel, the phrase is given as an example of the different expectations that society has for each gender. While being intelligent and tall is an advantage for boys, it can often be seen as a disadvantage for girls. This is a very relevant topic for teenage audiences due to their focus on being accepted and the struggles they face when creating their identity.
