"7th Grade" by Gary Soto Review

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What does Victor pretend to do in order to impress Teresa?

Back

Victor pretends that he can speak French.

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How does Victor feel after Teresa greets him?

Back

Victor feels embarrassed.

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What event occurs in the exposition of the story?

Back

Victor waits in line on the first day of school.

Front

How does Victor respond to Teresa after homeroom?

Back

Victor answers Teresa with a short and rude response.

Front

What does the word 'portly' mean?

Back

Portly means stout.

Front

What is the main theme of '7th Grade' by Gary Soto?

Back

The main theme is the challenges of adolescence and the desire for acceptance.

Front

Who is the main character in '7th Grade'?

Back

The main character is Victor.

Front

What subject does Victor take in school that is significant to the story?

Back

Victor takes French class.

Front

What does Victor hope to achieve by pretending to speak French?

Back

Victor hopes to impress Teresa.

Front

How does peer pressure influence Victor's actions?

Back

Peer pressure leads Victor to pretend to be someone he is not.