Seventh Grade by Gary Soto

Front

What does Victor's behavior in class reveal about his feelings for Teresa?

Back

Victor is embarrassed by his feelings.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the resolution of the story in 'Seventh Grade'?

Back

Victor goes to his final classes and then decides to go to the public library for French books.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

How can the reader tell that Victor likes Teresa?

Back

He thinks about her, watches her in homeroom, and looks at her at lunch.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

Why does Victor want to take French as his elective?

Back

He might travel to France one day, and a girl he likes is in his class.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What does the conversation about 'picking grapes to buy fall clothes' reveal about Victor and Michael?

Back

They are hardworking and responsible.

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

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Front

What is the main theme of 'Seventh Grade'?

Back

The challenges of adolescence and the complexities of young love.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

How does Victor's character develop throughout the story?

Back

He learns to navigate his feelings and the social dynamics of middle school.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What role does friendship play in 'Seventh Grade'?

Back

Friendship provides support and guidance as Victor faces his insecurities.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What does Victor's decision to go to the library signify?

Back

It shows his determination to improve himself and impress Teresa.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

How does the author use humor in 'Seventh Grade'?

Back

Humor is used to highlight the awkwardness of adolescence.