Exploring Seventh Grade by Gary Soto

Why does Victor choose French as his elective?

• He wants to travel to France someday.

• He already knows French.

• He thinks it will be an easy class.

• His parents forced him to choose it.

What new habit has Michael adopted over the summer?

• Wearing glasses

• Reading books

• Playing basketball

• Scowling like male models

What subject does Victor find the most challenging?

• English

• Math

• Social Studies

• Science

What does Victor do during lunch?

• He talks to his teachers.

• He plays sports with his friends.

• He studies for his next class.

• He eats with Michael and looks for Teresa.

How does Victor try to impress Teresa in French class?

• By answering a question in French

• By giving her a gift

• By helping her with her homework

• By sitting next to her

What happens when Victor tries to speak French in class?

• He impresses everyone with his fluency.

• He gets the answer wrong and feels embarrassed.

• He gets praised by the teacher.

• He gets into trouble.

What does Teresa ask Victor after French class?

• If he knows the homework

• If he can lend her a book

• If he wants to go to the movies

• If he can help her with French

How does Victor feel about seventh grade by the end of the story?

• He feels nervous and unsure.

• He feels indifferent.

• He feels optimistic and excited.

• He feels disappointed and sad.

What does Victor do after his conversation with Teresa?

• He decides to drop French.

• He checks out French textbooks from the library.

• He goes home immediately.

• He talks to Michael about his day.

What does Mr. Bueller remember about his college years?

• His part-time job

• Dating a girlfriend and borrowing cars

• His sports achievements

• His favorite classes