7th grade vocabulary

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What does 'wholesome' mean?

Back

Healthy or proper.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

What does 'ominous' mean?

Back

Creepy or spooky.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What does 'mellow' mean?

Back

Calm, smooth.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What does 'eavesdrop' mean?

Back

To overhear or secretly listen to a conversation.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What does 'balk' mean?

Back

To block, to prevent.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Front

What is an example of a wholesome activity?

Back

Eating a balanced meal or exercising.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

Front

How can an ominous sound affect a story?

Back

It can create a sense of fear or anticipation.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

What are some synonyms for 'mellow'?

Back

Relaxed, easygoing, gentle.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

Front

What is a situation where someone might eavesdrop?

Back

Listening in on a private conversation at a café.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What might cause someone to balk at a decision?

Back

Fear of consequences or uncertainty about the outcome.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4