Academic Vocabulary
RI.3.4
NameDate
Tick the right meaning.
1.Scientists observe the birds every morning. What does "observe" mean here?
- A.to ignore completely
- B.to argue about
- C.to build quickly
- D.to watch carefully
2.Do not hesitate to ask if you are stuck. What does "hesitate" mean here?
- A.to act at once
- B.to pause before acting
- C.to speak loudly
- D.to run away
3.An enormous crowd filled the square. What does "enormous" mean here?
- A.extremely large in size
- B.extremely few
- C.extremely quiet
- D.extremely sudden
4.The shallow end of the pool came up to her knees. What does "shallow" mean here?
- A.extremely wide
- B.extremely cold
- C.extremely deep
- D.not deep
5.A fierce wind bent the young trees. What does "fierce" mean here?
- A.slow and steady
- B.soft and gentle
- C.warm and dry
- D.violent and frightening
6.The noise gradually faded as the train left. What does "gradually" mean here?
- A.in a straight line
- B.all at once
- C.slowly, a little at a time
- D.very loudly
7.A sturdy fence kept the sheep in the field. What does "sturdy" mean here?
- A.easily knocked over
- B.recently washed
- C.strongly built
- D.brightly painted
8.He gave a reluctant nod and picked up the bag. What does "reluctant" mean here?
- A.quick and willing
- B.loud and proud
- C.unwilling and hesitating
- D.cold and damp
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