Work It Out from Context
L.3.4
NameDate
Tick the right meaning.
1.A murmur of voices came from the hall. What does "murmur" mean here?
- A.a low continuous sound
- B.a sharp smell
- C.a sudden bang
- D.a bright flash
2.The deer was wary of the open field. What does "wary" mean here?
- A.careful because of possible danger
- B.very sleepy
- C.completely fearless
- D.very greedy
3.Tall grass concealed the entrance to the burrow. What does "conceal" mean here?
- A.to measure
- B.to hide from sight
- C.to show clearly
- D.to destroy
4.The smell of woodsmoke lingered all evening. What does "linger" mean here?
- A.to grow louder
- B.to remain longer than expected
- C.to freeze solid
- D.to leave instantly
5.His reluctance showed in every slow step. What does "reluctance" mean here?
- A.unwillingness to do something
- B.sudden joy
- C.great eagerness
- D.quiet confidence
6.They set off at a brisk pace. What does "brisk" mean here?
- A.loud and angry
- B.slow and tired
- C.cold and damp
- D.quick and energetic
7.The drenched sheep huddled by the wall. What does "drenched" mean here?
- A.very fast
- B.newly shorn
- C.completely dry
- D.thoroughly soaked
8.The captain's face was grim as he read the note. What does "grim" mean here?
- A.light-hearted and merry
- B.warm and sunny
- C.serious and gloomy
- D.loud and busy
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