Vocabulary
Define linger
Who are the main characters?
Victor, Micheal, Teresa
What is the resolution of this story?
Teresa asks Victor to help her with her French and he feels like he is really going to like 7th grade.
Define herded
a group of people or animals moved in the same direction
What is the conflict/problem in this story?
Victor likes Teresa, but he has not had a chance to impress her yet.
Define propelled
to push or move in a particular direction (usually forward)
What does Victor do to try to impress Teresa in French class?
He makes up words that sound French when the teacher asks him to speak a little hoping to impress Teresa.
What is the exposition of this story?
We meet Victor, who is a 7th grader, that has a crush on Teresa.
Define scowl
an angry expression; grimace
What does Victor eat during lunch?
Tuna casserole, rolls, fruit cocktail, milk
Define sheepishly
with an embarrassed expression
Why does Victor take a French class this year? (2 reasons)
He says he might visit France one day, but he really wants to be in class with Teresa.
What is the rising action of this story?
Victor is constantly trying to impress Teresa but has not gotten the chance to yet.
Define ferocity
fierce or intense
Tell me about Victor as if I have not read this story.
Answers may vary. Should include: 7th grader, speaks spanish & english, has a crush on Teresa, friend named Michael
a class that teaches about religion
What type of face does Micheal make when greeting Victor?
A scowl he thinks will impress the girls.
What is the falling action of this story?
Teresa did not realize Victor's attempt at French was a fail, and she is impressed by it.
Define quiver
to tremble or shake
How would you characterize Mr. Bueller? What kind of person is he?
He is a nice guy, and he can relate to Victor. He keeps Victor's secret, because he remembers when he was young and had crushes.
Define Portly
Stout or somewhat fat body structure
Describe what happens during lunch with Victor.
He ate lunch in the cafeteria and was constantly looking for Teresa. He then goes outside and pretends to read his math book while looking for her. He finally finds her sitting under a tree so he moves closer and dreams of taking her to the movies.
What is the climax of this story?
Victor raises his hand saying he does know French, but he fails at it when the teacher asks him to speak.
performance of an action or speech done all together
Answers may vary