Work It Out from Context
L.3.4
NameDate
Tick the right meaning.
1.A vast plain stretched beyond the river. What does "vast" mean here?
- A.very costly
- B.very recent
- C.very small in size
- D.very great in size or amount
2.His reluctance showed in every slow step. What does "reluctance" mean here?
- A.unwillingness to do something
- B.quiet confidence
- C.sudden joy
- D.great eagerness
3.A murmur of voices came from the hall. What does "murmur" mean here?
- A.a sudden bang
- B.a bright flash
- C.a sharp smell
- D.a low continuous sound
4.The deer was wary of the open field. What does "wary" mean here?
- A.careful because of possible danger
- B.very sleepy
- C.very greedy
- D.completely fearless
5.The smell of woodsmoke lingered all evening. What does "linger" mean here?
- A.to grow louder
- B.to remain longer than expected
- C.to leave instantly
- D.to freeze solid
6.The drenched sheep huddled by the wall. What does "drenched" mean here?
- A.completely dry
- B.newly shorn
- C.very fast
- D.thoroughly soaked
7.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
8.The bustle of the market filled the square. What does "bustle" mean here?
- A.busy noisy activity
- B.steady rainfall
- C.complete stillness
- D.gentle music
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