Worksheets19.1 CW Unit 2 - Reading 1 Vocab Review
Total questions: 9
Worksheet time: 7mins
What is the meaning of the word 'Beseech' within the given context?
"The prisoner fell to his knees to beseech the king, promising loyalty if his life would be spared."
To beg earnestly
To commend
To deter
To embark
Match the following words with their meanings: Commend, Deter, Dispel, Embark.
To drive away or scatter
dispel
To discourage someone from doing something
deter
To begin a journey or venture
embark
To praise formally
commend
Fill in the blank: The magician created an (a) that amazed the audience.
What is the meaning of the word 'Improbable' within the given context?
"Given the storm, the broken engine, and the lack of supplies, their survival seemed improbable to everyone watching the rescue unfold."
Unlikely to happen
To inflict pain
To oppress
To falter
Match the following words with their meanings: Inflict, Oppress, Marked, Multitude.
Clearly noticeable
marked
To cause something unpleasant
inflict
A large number of people or things
multitude
To keep someone in subjugation
press
Fill in the blank: The blacksmith had (a) a beautiful piece of art from the raw metal.
What is the meaning of the word 'Bondmen' within the given context?
"The plantation was worked by bondmen who labored from sunrise to sunset under the constant supervision of armed guards."
Slaves
Witnesses
Testimonies
Oppressors
Fill in the blank: The witness gave a (a) that was crucial to the case.
What is the meaning of "falter" provided the given context.
"As she approached the podium, her confident stride began to falter, and she paused, gripping her notes as her voice wavered."
To move more quickly with excitement
To lose confidence or hesitate
To speak loudly and clearly
To prepare carefully in advance
