Work It Out from Context
L.3.4
NameDate
Tick the right meaning.
1.His reluctance showed in every slow step. What does "reluctance" mean here?
- A.quiet confidence
- B.unwillingness to do something
- C.sudden joy
- D.great eagerness
2.There was a peculiar mark on the door. What does "peculiar" mean here?
- A.very expensive
- B.completely usual
- C.strange or odd
- D.very heavy
3.They began to descend the narrow stair. What does "descend" mean here?
- A.to stay level
- B.to go down
- C.to go up
- D.to turn round
4.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
5.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
6.The deer was wary of the open field. What does "wary" mean here?
- A.very sleepy
- B.completely fearless
- C.careful because of possible danger
- D.very greedy
7.The drenched sheep huddled by the wall. What does "drenched" mean here?
- A.very fast
- B.completely dry
- C.thoroughly soaked
- D.newly shorn
8.They set off at a brisk pace. What does "brisk" mean here?
- A.slow and tired
- B.loud and angry
- C.quick and energetic
- D.cold and damp
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