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Marbles Champs By Gary Soto

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Manuel ortiz Ms.Dunn & Mrs.Daley ELA 3 February 2023 La senorita Lupe medrano Carol Creighton Burnett is an American actress, comedian, and singer, who once said "When you have a dream, you've got to grab it and never let go." In the short story “marbles champs" by Gary Soto. Lupe is the main character. She wants to be good at sports and what sport she will try. This short story tells the tale of a young girl named Lupe Medrano and her inspiring journey of determination and effort. Lupe is an inspiring character because she is determined, considerate, and smart. First Lupe is inspiring because she is determined. Lupe realized she was really bad at sports and had an idea of playing marbles which is a sport that gives her the courage to practice. "To strengthen her wrists, she decided to do twenty push-ups on her fingertips, five at a time. 'One, two, three...' she groaned. By the end of the …show more content…

Early in the story, Lupe Medrano is described as “... a shy girl who spoke in whispers, was the school’s spelling bee champion, winner of the reading contest at the public library three summers in a row” (Soto 1). This evidence supports the fact is smart by showcasing her achievements in spelling and reading. Being the school's spelling bee champion and winning the reading contest at the public library three summers in a row demonstrate her intelligence and knowledge in these subjects. These accomplishments show that the girl is not only clever but also skilled and dedicated to her studies, making her a formidable opponent in academic competitions. Furthermore, “ She was a straight A student… and never missed one day of Elementary school.”This indicates that Lupe is smart by emphasizing her academic grades and consistent attendance. Maintaining straight A grades demonstrates her academic abilities and strong work ethic. Additionally, never missing one day of Elementary school showcases her dedication and commitment to her

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