* Victor: The protagonist, a seventh-grade boy who is desperately trying to impress a girl named Teresa.
* Teresa: A beautiful girl in Victor's class who catches his eye.
* Victor's friends: While not explicitly named, Victor has friends who he talks to about his crush on Teresa. They play a minor role in the story, but provide a source of encouragement and advice.
It's important to note that other characters like Victor's parents and his teacher are also present, but they don't play a significant role in the early stages of the story. The focus is primarily on Victor's feelings and actions as he tries to win Teresa's attention.