Work the Word Out
L.1.4
NameDate
Tick the right meaning.
1.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
2.They squeezed along the narrow path. What does "narrow" mean here?
- A.not wide
- B.very tall
- C.very wide
- D.very warm
3.They began to gather sticks for the fire. What does "gather" mean here?
- A.to run in circles
- B.to throw things away
- C.to fall over
- D.to collect things together
4.She heard him murmur something to the dog. What does "murmur" mean here?
- A.to sing a song
- B.to shout very loudly
- C.to speak very quietly
- D.to laugh out loud
5.He held the ladder steady while she climbed. What does "steady" mean here?
- A.shaking a lot
- B.moving fast
- C.not wobbling
- D.very cold
6.They came home drenched after the storm. What does "drenched" mean here?
- A.completely soaked
- B.completely dry
- C.very warm
- D.very early
7.She had to peer through the dusty glass. What does "peer" mean here?
- A.to sit down
- B.to shout out loud
- C.to look hard at something
- D.to run past
8.He wore a shabby old coat with a torn pocket. What does "shabby" mean here?
- A.very expensive
- B.very warm
- C.brand new and smart
- D.worn out and untidy
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