Vocabulary Builder Elective optional course Scowl make an unpleasant expression by contracting the eyebrows and lowering the corners of the mouth Conviction belief Literary Analysis p 250 ID: 396616
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“Seventh Grade” by: Gary Soto
Vocabulary Builder
Elective – optional course
Scowl – make an unpleasant expression by contracting the eyebrows and lowering the corners of the mouth.
Conviction – beliefSlide2
Literary Analysis p. 250
What can you tell about Victor based on his thoughts in this paragraph?
Answer: He’s a planner, and he is confident. Slide3
Literary Analysis p. 252 #1
What does Victor’s blush say about him?
Answer: Victor is embarrassed. He wants to impress Theresa, but thinks he said something stupid because he was so nervous. Slide4
Literary Analysis p. 252 #2
How does Victor deal with subjects that are difficult for him?
Answer: Victor deals with subjects that are difficult by sitting in the back of the room and hoping he will not be called on. Slide5
Literary Analysis p. 253
Describe Victor’s actions here in one or two words.
Answer: Sneaky, funny, awkwardSlide6
Literary Analysis p. 255
Based on his actions in this paragraph, describe one of Mr.
Bueller’s
character traits.
Answer: Kind and thoughtfulSlide7
Think about it…
What is similar about Michael’s scowling and Victor’s pretending to speak French?Slide8
Answer: Both pretend to be something they are not in order to impress girls.Slide9
How does Victor view Teresa? Give examples from the story to support your inference. Slide10
Answer: He thinks she is pretty and smart.
Evidence: He describes her looks, her personality, and her mathematical ability.