Work the Word Out
L.1.4
NameDate
Tick the right meaning.
1.She had to peer through the dusty glass. What does "peer" mean here?
- A.to shout out loud
- B.to sit down
- C.to look hard at something
- D.to run past
2.He held the ladder steady while she climbed. What does "steady" mean here?
- A.very cold
- B.moving fast
- C.not wobbling
- D.shaking a lot
3.She heard him murmur something to the dog. What does "murmur" mean here?
- A.to speak very quietly
- B.to sing a song
- C.to shout very loudly
- D.to laugh out loud
4.He wore a shabby old coat with a torn pocket. What does "shabby" mean here?
- A.very warm
- B.brand new and smart
- C.very expensive
- D.worn out and untidy
5.A vast field stretched to the horizon. What does "vast" mean here?
- A.very steep
- B.extremely large in area
- C.extremely small
- D.very crowded
6.They began to gather sticks for the fire. What does "gather" mean here?
- A.to throw things away
- B.to collect things together
- C.to fall over
- D.to run in circles
7.The crisp leaves crunched under their boots. What does "crisp" mean here?
- A.wet and floppy
- B.warm and soft
- C.dry and firm enough to snap
- D.smooth and shiny
8.They came home drenched after the storm. What does "drenched" mean here?
- A.very early
- B.completely soaked
- C.very warm
- D.completely dry
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