Work It Out from Context
L.3.4
NameDate
Tick the right meaning.
1.They began to descend the narrow stair. What does "descend" mean here?
- A.to go up
- B.to stay level
- C.to turn round
- D.to go down
2.His reluctance showed in every slow step. What does "reluctance" mean here?
- A.sudden joy
- B.unwillingness to do something
- C.quiet confidence
- D.great eagerness
3.The drenched sheep huddled by the wall. What does "drenched" mean here?
- A.very fast
- B.newly shorn
- C.thoroughly soaked
- D.completely dry
4.A murmur of voices came from the hall. What does "murmur" mean here?
- A.a sharp smell
- B.a sudden bang
- C.a low continuous sound
- D.a bright flash
5.They set off at a brisk pace. What does "brisk" mean here?
- A.quick and energetic
- B.slow and tired
- C.loud and angry
- D.cold and damp
6.The smell of woodsmoke lingered all evening. What does "linger" mean here?
- A.to leave instantly
- B.to remain longer than expected
- C.to grow louder
- D.to freeze solid
7.A vast plain stretched beyond the river. What does "vast" mean here?
- A.very recent
- B.very costly
- C.very great in size or amount
- D.very small in size
8.The bustle of the market filled the square. What does "bustle" mean here?
- A.gentle music
- B.busy noisy activity
- C.complete stillness
- D.steady rainfall
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