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