Exploring Themes in Gary Soto's Seventh Grade

Why does Victor choose French as his elective?

• He already speaks Spanish and English.

• He thinks French is easier than Spanish.

• He wants to impress his friend Michael.

• He believes it will help him in math.

What new habit has Michael adopted over the summer?

• Wearing new clothes.

• Scowling like male models.

• Reading more books.

• Playing baseball.

What does Victor think about Michael's new habit?

• He thinks it will help with school.

• He wants to try it too.

• He finds it strange.

• He thinks it's cool.

What subject does Victor hope to share with Teresa?

• French

• English

• Math

• Social Studies

How does Victor feel when he sees Teresa in homeroom?

• Confident.

• Annoyed.

• Indifferent.

• Nervous and hopeful.

What does Victor do during lunch to try to see Teresa?

• He practices scowling.

• He pretends to study while looking for her.

• He sits with Michael and talks.

• He eats quickly and leaves.

How does Victor embarrass himself in French class?

• He forgets his homework.

• He speaks gibberish trying to sound French.

• He trips and falls.

• He calls the teacher by the wrong name.

What is Mr. Bueller's reaction to Victor's attempt to speak French?

• He sends Victor to the principal.

• He understands and moves on.

• He corrects Victor immediately.

• He laughs at Victor.

What does Teresa ask Victor after French class?

• If he likes their teacher.

• If he wants to go to the library.

• If he wants to join her for lunch.

• If he can help her with French.

What does Victor do after his embarrassing moment in French class?

• He avoids Teresa.

• He checks out French textbooks from the library.

• He decides to drop the class.

• He talks to Mr. Bueller about his mistake.