The climax of the story “seventh grade” occurs when

When Theresa sees Victor in the lunch area

Explanation:

The story centers around the Victor and Theresa. Particularly significant is the fact that Victor was frustrated as he didn't have any more classes with Theresa. This results in a rift in the relationship between the two people. Victor, in an attempt to repair the deteriorating relationship, tries to woo Theresa by pretending that he knew French. However, the main interesting part was when Theresa saw Victor during lunch.

- "the die is cast; i have consented to return if we are not destroyed. thus are my hopes blasted by cowardice and indecision; i come back ignorant and disappointed. it requires more philosophy than i possess to bear this injustice with patience. i have lost my hopes of utility and glory; i have lost my friend."

participle: dressed; modifies: bride.