Work the Word Out
L.1.4
NameDate
Tick the right meaning.
1.They came home drenched after the storm. What does "drenched" mean here?
- A.very early
- B.very warm
- C.completely dry
- D.completely soaked
2.He held the ladder steady while she climbed. What does "steady" mean here?
- A.not wobbling
- B.very cold
- C.shaking a lot
- D.moving fast
3.A swift stream ran past the mill. What does "swift" mean here?
- A.standing still
- B.moving very fast
- C.going backwards
- D.moving very slowly
4.He wore a shabby old coat with a torn pocket. What does "shabby" mean here?
- A.worn out and untidy
- B.very expensive
- C.very warm
- D.brand new and smart
5.They squeezed along the narrow path. What does "narrow" mean here?
- A.very tall
- B.not wide
- C.very warm
- D.very wide
6.A vast field stretched to the horizon. What does "vast" mean here?
- A.very crowded
- B.extremely large in area
- C.extremely small
- D.very steep
7.The crisp leaves crunched under their boots. What does "crisp" mean here?
- A.warm and soft
- B.dry and firm enough to snap
- C.wet and floppy
- D.smooth and shiny
8.She heard him murmur something to the dog. What does "murmur" mean here?
- A.to sing a song
- B.to speak very quietly
- C.to shout very loudly
- D.to laugh out loud
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