Grade 7 Vocab - Q & R

What does the word 'quaint' mean?

• modern and trendy
• boring and uninteresting
• overwhelmingly large
• attractively unusual or old-fashioned

What does the word 'radical' mean?

• Describing a common or ordinary concept
• Relating to or affecting the fundamental nature of something; far-reaching or thorough.
• Referring to a political extremist
• Relating to mathematical roots

What does the word 'rookie' mean?

• A person who is a leader in a profession or activity
• A person who is experienced in a profession or activity
• A person who is new to a profession or activity, typically inexperienced or untrained.
• A person who is retired from a profession or activity

What does the word 'rational' mean?

• Opposite of logical
• Based on logic or reason
• Based on emotions or feelings
• Randomly chosen

What does the word 'recluse' mean?

• A type of bird known for its loud calls.
• A term used to describe someone who is always busy and active.
• A person who loves socializing and being around others.
• A person who lives a solitary life and avoids others.

What does the words 'robust' mean?

• Weak, frail, and feeble
• Unstable, shaky, and delicate
• Sickly, unhealthy, and fragile
• Strong, healthy, and vigorous

What does the 'ruminate' mean?

• To run quickly
• To chew food thoroughly before swallowing
• To think deeply about something.
• To paint a picture

What does the word 'riposte' mean?

• A type of pasta dish
• A type of dance move
• A type of bird
• A quick and clever reply or response

What does the word 'quintessential' mean?

• A type of exotic fruit
• A type of musical instrument
• Representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class
• Representing the most perfect or typical example of a quantity or class

What does the word 'referendum' mean?

• A type of dessert
• A form of transportation
• A type of government document
• A direct vote by the electorate on a specific proposal or issue.