Exploring Gary Soto's 'Seventh Grade'

Victor, a seventh grader, starts his school year with hopes of impressing Teresa, a girl he likes, by taking French. He navigates through his first day, interacting with his friend Michael and experiencing various classes. Despite an embarrassing moment in French class, Victor remains optimistic about his chances with Teresa and reflects on his day.

Why does Victor choose French as his elective?

• Teresa is also taking French.

• He thinks French is easier than other languages.

• He already knows Spanish and English.

• He wants to travel to France someday.

What does Michael believe makes him look handsome?

• Having a tan.

• Scowling like male models in a magazine.

• Wearing stylish clothes.

• Smiling all the time.

How does Victor feel when Teresa greets him in homeroom?

• Indifferent and uninterested.

• Confident and happy.

• Embarrassed and blushing.

• Angry and upset.

What subject does Victor find most challenging?

• Math

• English

• Social Studies

• Biology

What does Victor do to try to impress Teresa in French class?

• He draws a picture of France.

• He writes a poem in French.

• He sings a French song.

• He answers a question in French.

How does Victor feel after his attempt to speak French in class?

• Proud and accomplished.

• Embarrassed and wishing he had taken Spanish.

• Indifferent and unaffected.

• Angry at the teacher.

What does Teresa ask Victor after French class?

• If he can help her with her French.

• If he wants to go to a movie.

• If he can lend her a book.

• If he can join her for lunch.

How does Mr. Bueller react to Victor's attempt to speak French?

• He gives Victor extra homework.

• He laughs at Victor.

• He scolds Victor for not knowing French.

• He understands and doesn't embarrass Victor further.

What does Victor promise to do for Mr. Bueller if he doesn't reveal his secret?

• Wash his car.

• Mow his lawn.

• Walk his dog.

• All of the above.

What does Victor realize about Mr. Bueller at the end of the story?

• He doesn't like Victor.

• He is a strict teacher.

• He is a good guy who understands students.

• He is indifferent to students' problems.