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 laugh out loud
- B.to shout very loudly
- C.to sing a song
- D.to speak very quietly
2.The startled rabbit shot into the hedge. What does "startled" mean here?
- A.fast asleep
- B.slowly bored
- C.very pleased
- D.suddenly surprised
3.The crisp leaves crunched under their boots. What does "crisp" mean here?
- A.dry and firm enough to snap
- B.wet and floppy
- C.warm and soft
- D.smooth and shiny
4.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
5.A vast field stretched to the horizon. What does "vast" mean here?
- A.extremely large in area
- B.extremely small
- C.very steep
- D.very crowded
6.She had to peer through the dusty glass. What does "peer" mean here?
- A.to shout out loud
- B.to look hard at something
- C.to run past
- D.to sit down
7.They came home drenched after the storm. What does "drenched" mean here?
- A.very warm
- B.very early
- C.completely dry
- D.completely soaked
8.There was a faint smell of smoke. What does "faint" mean here?
- A.hard to see or hear
- B.very quick
- C.very sweet
- D.very strong
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