Meaning in This Text
RL.4.4
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Tick the right meaning.
1.He reluctantly handed over the last slice. What does "reluctantly" mean here?
- A.in a careless way
- B.in an unwilling way
- C.in a noisy way
- D.in an eager way
2.She had a vivid memory of the first day. What does "vivid" mean here?
- A.slow and steady
- B.very bright or very clear
- C.quiet and calm
- D.faint and unclear
3.From the data we conclude that the plants need more light. What does "conclude" mean here?
- A.to begin something
- B.to describe in detail
- C.to guess without thinking
- D.to decide after thinking it through
4.They built an elaborate model of the harbour. What does "elaborate" mean here?
- A.very plain and simple
- B.worked out with many details
- C.badly damaged
- D.brand new
5.Desert foxes adapt to the heat with large ears. What does "adapt" mean here?
- A.to grow much larger
- B.to stay exactly the same
- C.to move away quickly
- D.to change to suit new conditions
6.The letter revealed where the money had gone. What does "reveal" mean here?
- A.to destroy
- B.to repeat
- C.to keep hidden
- D.to make something known
7.There was a significant drop in the number of bees. What does "significant" mean here?
- A.far too small to matter
- B.important enough to matter
- C.very recent
- D.extremely funny
8.Her reluctance showed in every slow step. What does "reluctance" mean here?
- A.careful planning
- B.sudden anger
- C.great enthusiasm
- D.unwillingness to do something
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