"Seventh Grade" Comprehension Questions

Why does Victor sign up for French class?

• He already spoke French, so it should be easy.

• His father was born in France.

• He was already fluent in English and Spanish.

• He thought it would be an easy class.

Which of the following is NOT true about Teresa?

• Victor had a crush on her.

• She was taking French class, too.

• She was good in math.

• She disliked Victor.

Why did Michael think he should scowl?

• He saw it in modeling magazines and thought it would attract girls.

• He was angry with his new schedule at school.

• He thought if he looked angry he would get lots of attention.

• He wanted the teachers to think he was a bad boy.

What did Victor and Michael have to do in order to buy their fall clothes?

• Beg their parents for money

• Work in the mall

• Work at a grocery store

• Pick grapes

In what subject does Victor struggle?

• Spanish

• English

• Math

• Science

"He scowled with greater conviction."

Why does Victor scowl with more belief?

• He thought Michael was silly.

• He saw Teresa.

• He saw a girl looking at him.

• A friend told him he looked hot.

Why did Victor think this year was his "lucky" year?

• He was in many classes with Teresa.

• His locker was beside Teresa's.

• He was going to do well in school.

• He had great teachers.

"Only Teresa lingered, talking with the homeroom teacher."

Lingered means which of the following in the quote above?

• Strong

• Stayed

• Ran

• Cried

"Yeah, that's me." His brown face blushed.

What causes Victor to blush?

• He is hot.

• He wishes he had said something different.

• He was being shy.

• He was hoping no one heard him.

How does Victor embarrass himself in English class?

• He forgets what a noun is.

• He says "Teresa" when asked for an example.

• He sneezes loudly.

• He falls out of his chair.