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 sing a song
- B.to laugh out loud
- C.to shout very loudly
- D.to speak very quietly
2.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
3.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
4.There was a faint smell of smoke. What does "faint" mean here?
- A.hard to see or hear
- B.very quick
- C.very strong
- D.very sweet
5.They began to gather sticks for the fire. What does "gather" mean here?
- A.to throw things away
- B.to run in circles
- C.to collect things together
- D.to fall over
6.He held the ladder steady while she climbed. What does "steady" mean here?
- A.moving fast
- B.not wobbling
- C.very cold
- D.shaking a lot
7.They came home drenched after the storm. What does "drenched" mean here?
- A.very warm
- B.completely soaked
- C.very early
- D.completely dry
8.A swift stream ran past the mill. What does "swift" mean here?
- A.standing still
- B.moving very fast
- C.moving very slowly
- D.going backwards
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