Work the Word Out
L.1.4
NameDate
Tick the right meaning.
1.They began to gather sticks for the fire. What does "gather" mean here?
- A.to throw things away
- B.to collect things together
- C.to fall over
- D.to run in circles
2.A vast field stretched to the horizon. What does "vast" mean here?
- A.extremely small
- B.very steep
- C.extremely large in area
- D.very crowded
3.They squeezed along the narrow path. What does "narrow" mean here?
- A.very warm
- B.very wide
- C.not wide
- D.very tall
4.He wore a shabby old coat with a torn pocket. What does "shabby" mean here?
- A.very warm
- B.very expensive
- C.brand new and smart
- D.worn out and untidy
5.The crisp leaves crunched under their boots. What does "crisp" mean here?
- A.wet and floppy
- B.dry and firm enough to snap
- C.smooth and shiny
- D.warm and soft
6.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
7.The startled rabbit shot into the hedge. What does "startled" mean here?
- A.slowly bored
- B.fast asleep
- C.very pleased
- D.suddenly surprised
8.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 speak very quietly
- D.to sing a song
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