Work It Out from Context
L.3.4
NameDate
Tick the right meaning.
1.There was a peculiar mark on the door. What does "peculiar" mean here?
- A.very expensive
- B.strange or odd
- C.completely usual
- D.very heavy
2.They set off at a brisk pace. What does "brisk" mean here?
- A.slow and tired
- B.quick and energetic
- C.loud and angry
- D.cold and damp
3.The deer was wary of the open field. What does "wary" mean here?
- A.very sleepy
- B.careful because of possible danger
- C.very greedy
- D.completely fearless
4.Tall grass concealed the entrance to the burrow. What does "conceal" mean here?
- A.to show clearly
- B.to hide from sight
- C.to measure
- D.to destroy
5.They began to descend the narrow stair. What does "descend" mean here?
- A.to go down
- B.to stay level
- C.to go up
- D.to turn round
6.The bustle of the market filled the square. What does "bustle" mean here?
- A.steady rainfall
- B.gentle music
- C.busy noisy activity
- D.complete stillness
7.The drenched sheep huddled by the wall. What does "drenched" mean here?
- A.completely dry
- B.thoroughly soaked
- C.newly shorn
- D.very fast
8.The smell of woodsmoke lingered all evening. What does "linger" mean here?
- A.to leave instantly
- B.to freeze solid
- C.to grow louder
- D.to remain longer than expected
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