Work It Out from Context
L.3.4
NameDate
Tick the right meaning.
1.The smell of woodsmoke lingered all evening. What does "linger" mean here?
- A.to leave instantly
- B.to remain longer than expected
- C.to freeze solid
- D.to grow louder
2.The bustle of the market filled the square. What does "bustle" mean here?
- A.steady rainfall
- B.complete stillness
- C.gentle music
- D.busy noisy activity
3.His reluctance showed in every slow step. What does "reluctance" mean here?
- A.sudden joy
- B.quiet confidence
- C.unwillingness to do something
- D.great eagerness
4.There was a peculiar mark on the door. What does "peculiar" mean here?
- A.very expensive
- B.strange or odd
- C.very heavy
- D.completely usual
5.Tall grass concealed the entrance to the burrow. What does "conceal" mean here?
- A.to measure
- B.to hide from sight
- C.to destroy
- D.to show clearly
6.A murmur of voices came from the hall. What does "murmur" mean here?
- A.a bright flash
- B.a sharp smell
- C.a low continuous sound
- D.a sudden bang
7.The deer was wary of the open field. What does "wary" mean here?
- A.completely fearless
- B.very greedy
- C.careful because of possible danger
- D.very sleepy
8.They set off at a brisk pace. What does "brisk" mean here?
- A.cold and damp
- B.quick and energetic
- C.slow and tired
- D.loud and angry
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