Work It Out from Context
L.3.4
NameDate
Tick the right meaning.
1.They set off at a brisk pace. What does "brisk" mean here?
- A.slow and tired
- B.quick and energetic
- C.cold and damp
- D.loud and angry
2.The smell of woodsmoke lingered all evening. What does "linger" mean here?
- A.to remain longer than expected
- B.to grow louder
- C.to freeze solid
- D.to leave instantly
3.There was a peculiar mark on the door. What does "peculiar" mean here?
- A.very heavy
- B.strange or odd
- C.very expensive
- D.completely usual
4.A vast plain stretched beyond the river. What does "vast" mean here?
- A.very great in size or amount
- B.very costly
- C.very small in size
- D.very recent
5.The captain's face was grim as he read the note. What does "grim" mean here?
- A.serious and gloomy
- B.warm and sunny
- C.light-hearted and merry
- D.loud and busy
6.The deer was wary of the open field. What does "wary" mean here?
- A.very greedy
- B.very sleepy
- C.completely fearless
- D.careful because of possible danger
7.The bustle of the market filled the square. What does "bustle" mean here?
- A.gentle music
- B.complete stillness
- C.busy noisy activity
- D.steady rainfall
8.A murmur of voices came from the hall. What does "murmur" mean here?
- A.a low continuous sound
- B.a bright flash
- C.a sharp smell
- D.a sudden bang
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