Work the Word Out
L.1.4
NameDate
Tick the right meaning.
1.She heard him murmur something to the dog. What does "murmur" mean here?
- A.to sing a song
- B.to shout very loudly
- C.to laugh out loud
- D.to speak very quietly
2.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
3.A vast field stretched to the horizon. What does "vast" mean here?
- A.extremely large in area
- B.very steep
- C.extremely small
- D.very crowded
4.They began to gather sticks for the fire. What does "gather" mean here?
- A.to collect things together
- B.to throw things away
- C.to run in circles
- D.to fall over
5.There was a faint smell of smoke. What does "faint" mean here?
- A.very quick
- B.very strong
- C.hard to see or hear
- D.very sweet
6.A swift stream ran past the mill. What does "swift" mean here?
- A.moving very slowly
- B.going backwards
- C.moving very fast
- D.standing still
7.He held the ladder steady while she climbed. What does "steady" mean here?
- A.moving fast
- B.shaking a lot
- C.very cold
- D.not wobbling
8.She had to peer through the dusty glass. What does "peer" mean here?
- A.to look hard at something
- B.to run past
- C.to sit down
- D.to shout out loud
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