Vocabulary and Comprehension by Gary Soto

When the author wrote that Michael scowled at girls, this meant that Michael...

• smiled

• frowned

• pouted

• laughed

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

When the author wrote that Michael scowled and let his upper lip quiver, this meant that Michael let his upper lip...

• tucked in

• stick out

• tremble

• remain still

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

When the author wrote that Teresa lingered in homeroom, it meant that Teresa...

• hurried out

• continued on

• answered a question

• stayed behind

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Why does Victor start scowling?

• He wants the guys to think he's tough

• He is very unhappy with Seventh Grade

• He wants to impress the girls, especially Teresa

• He saw Mr. Bueller do it

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Maya ________ towards the front of the mall to get a free ice cream cone.

• Bustled

• Unison

• Sheepishly

• Ferocity

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

In the first paragraph, the author established the mood of 

• discontent

• desperation

• anticipation

• bewilderment

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

In paragraph 9, the word bluff means to

• have a rough manner

• challenge or intimidate

• make a serious mistake

• give a false display of confidence

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

The phrase "pleaded with his eyes" is used in this selection to mean Victor

• wanted a job

• was unable to speak

• was begging for mercy

• didn't understand Mr. Bueller

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What word best tells how Victor felt at the end of the selection?

• Elated

• Anxious

• Indebted

• Sentimental

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

In "Seventh Grade," Victor and Michael talk about "picking grapes in order to buy fall clothes." What does that conversation reveal about their characters?

• They are intelligent but irresponsible.

• They are hardworking and responsible.

• They will do anything to avoid working.

• They would prefer talking to working.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3