Work the Word Out
L.1.4
NameDate
Tick the right meaning.
1.He wore a shabby old coat with a torn pocket. What does "shabby" mean here?
- A.very expensive
- B.worn out and untidy
- C.brand new and smart
- D.very warm
2.A vast field stretched to the horizon. What does "vast" mean here?
- A.extremely small
- B.very steep
- C.very crowded
- D.extremely large in area
3.She had to peer through the dusty glass. What does "peer" mean here?
- A.to look hard at something
- B.to shout out loud
- C.to sit down
- D.to run past
4.They came home drenched after the storm. What does "drenched" mean here?
- A.completely soaked
- B.completely dry
- C.very warm
- D.very early
5.A swift stream ran past the mill. What does "swift" mean here?
- A.going backwards
- B.moving very slowly
- C.standing still
- D.moving very fast
6.The crisp leaves crunched under their boots. What does "crisp" mean here?
- A.warm and soft
- B.dry and firm enough to snap
- C.smooth and shiny
- D.wet and floppy
7.The startled rabbit shot into the hedge. What does "startled" mean here?
- A.very pleased
- B.fast asleep
- C.slowly bored
- D.suddenly surprised
8.She heard him murmur something to the dog. What does "murmur" mean here?
- A.to sing a song
- B.to laugh out loud
- C.to speak very quietly
- D.to shout very loudly
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