Mean Streak
By: Ilene Cooper
Setting
This story takes place in many different settings. The main place was at school where all the 6th grade drama began. Because her parents were divorced, the setting took place at two different houses; her mom's and her dad's.
Main Characters
Veronica is the main character. She tries to retain her image of a popular girl with a perfect life, But in reality her life is far from perfect. The main antagonist is Gretchen. She is the girl that spreads rumors about everyone.
Conflict
For the last couple of years Veronica acted like she didn't care that her parents were divorced. But now that her father has moved on and is going to marry his girlfriend, Veronica feels overwhelmed and wants her parents to get back together. She hides her secret and hopes no one is gonna find out.
Rising Action A
Gretchen discovers, then reveals Veronica's secret to the whole 6th grade. The rumor was spread fast. By the end of the day everyone knew and started talking about her.
Rising Action B
Veronica finds out who started the rumor. She starts to plan revenge on Gretchen. Veronica humiliates Gretchen and gets her friends to do a mean prank on her, which was "accidentally" pouring water on Gretchen. She leaves Gretchen friendless and depressed.
Resolution
At the end they decided what was best for them was to not talk to each other. Therefore, there would not be drama or fights happening between them two.