Writing To Describe: Using More Interesting Verbs
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The first 10 questions are on using alternatives to 'walk', a very common verb. For each sentence, choose one or several words to fill the gap. Choose two possible words:The man, not wishing to wake anyone up, _____________ into the room.
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Jumped
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Crept
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Sauntered
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Limped
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Rushed
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Using more interesting verbs can help boost your grade, but you need to make sure they're appropriate. Try this quiz! Created by Ms Usher for Year 11 at GHS.
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Choose 3 possible words:Holding his leg in pain, the man ______________ into the room.
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Rushed
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Shuffled
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Strolled
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Limped
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Crept
Correct Answer(s)
A. Rushed
A. Shuffled
A. LimpedExplanation
The correct answer is rushed, shuffled, limped. These three words all describe different ways in which the man could have entered the room while holding his leg in pain. "Rushed" implies that he entered quickly and urgently, possibly due to an emergency or a need for immediate assistance. "Shuffled" suggests a slower and more cautious movement, as if he was trying to minimize the pain or discomfort. "Limped" indicates a noticeable and uneven gait, likely due to an injury or physical ailment. All three words convey different levels of urgency and discomfort in the man's entrance.Rate this question:
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2 word choices:“I can’t believe I’m late again!” thought the man as he _______________________ into the room.
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Staggered
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Crept
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Limped
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Strolled
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Rushed
Correct Answer(s)
A. Crept
A. RushedExplanation
The correct answer is "crept" and "rushed". The word "crept" suggests that the man entered the room quietly and cautiously, possibly trying not to draw attention to his lateness. On the other hand, the word "rushed" implies that the man entered the room quickly and hurriedly, indicating his urgency and frustration at being late once again.Rate this question:
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2 choices:The man _______________________ shyly into the room.
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Rushed
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Shuffled
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Strolled
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Stumbled
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Crept
Correct Answer(s)
A. Shuffled
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2 choices:The man _______________________ into the room drunk.
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Rushed
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Staggered
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Stumbled
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Crept
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Waltzed
Correct Answer(s)
A. Staggered
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2 choices:The man tripped over his untied shoelaces causing him to _______________________ into the room.
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Stumble
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Stagger
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Fall
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Tramp
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Saunter
Correct Answer(s)
A. Stumble
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2 choices:Whistling casually, the man _______________________ into the room.
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Shuffled
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Sauntered
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Crawled
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Ambled
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Staggered
Correct Answer(s)
A. Sauntered
A. AmbledExplanation
The correct answer for this question is "sauntered" and "ambled". Both of these words describe a relaxed and leisurely movement, suggesting that the man entered the room in a casual and unhurried manner. "Shuffled" implies a slow and clumsy movement, "crawled" suggests a movement on hands and knees, and "staggered" implies unsteady and unbalanced movement, none of which fit the context of the sentence.Rate this question:
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2 choices:The students spent the morning _________ around the museum.
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Strolling
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Traipsing
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Stumbling
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Wondering
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Staggering
Correct Answer(s)
A. Strolling
A. TraipsingExplanation
wandering would work here, but not wondering!Rate this question:
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2 choices:The security guard spent his evening _______ around the grounds.
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Running
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Prowling
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Ambling
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Rambling
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Patrolling
Correct Answer(s)
A. Prowling
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3 choices:Last month, the Duke of Edinburgh group spent a weekend ___________ around Dartmoor.
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Rambling
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Hiking
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Strolling
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Sauntering
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Tramping
Correct Answer(s)
A. Rambling
A. Hiking
A. TrampingExplanation
The correct answer is rambling, hiking, tramping. These three choices all refer to activities that involve walking or exploring in a leisurely or casual manner. The Duke of Edinburgh group likely spent their weekend engaging in these activities around Dartmoor, which is a popular location for outdoor pursuits.Rate this question:
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The next questions are about finding suitable alternative verbs of seeing (e.g., 'see', 'look'...)2 choices:In this distance, I ________ green hills.
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Gazed
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Made out
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Glimpsed
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Observed
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Stared
Correct Answer(s)
A. Made out
A. GlimpsedExplanation
In this sentence, the phrase "In this distance" suggests that the speaker is able to see the green hills, but not very clearly. The verb "made out" fits this context because it means to discern or perceive something that is not very clear or distinct. Similarly, the verb "glimpsed" also fits because it means to catch a brief or quick look at something. Both of these verbs convey the idea that the speaker can see the green hills, but with some difficulty or limited visibility.Rate this question:
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2 choices:I _______ the candle.
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Eyed
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Gazed into
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Viewed
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Gave a rapid glance
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Steadily gazed into
Correct Answer(s)
A. Gazed into
A. Steadily gazed intoExplanation
The correct answer is "gazed into" or "steadily gazed into". Both options imply that the person looked at the candle for a prolonged period of time, suggesting a sense of focus and contemplation. The other choices, such as "eyed" or "viewed", do not convey the same level of intensity or concentration.Rate this question:
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2 choices:Hungrily, he ______ the cake.
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Examined
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Did a double take at
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Eyed
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Witnessed
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Feasted his eyes on
Correct Answer(s)
A. Eyed
A. Feasted his eyes onExplanation
The phrase "Hungrily, he eyed the cake" suggests that the person looked at the cake with intense desire or longing, as if they were hungry for it. The phrase "feasted his eyes on" also implies a similar meaning, indicating that the person looked at the cake with great pleasure or enjoyment, as if they were indulging in a feast for their eyes. Both "eyed" and "feasted his eyes on" convey the idea of looking at the cake with hunger or desire, making them the correct choices.Rate this question:
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3 choices:In the corner, I ______ a rat.
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Noticed
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Saw
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Glimpsed
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Caught sight of
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Visualised
Correct Answer(s)
A. Noticed
A. Glimpsed
A. Caught sight ofExplanation
The correct answer choices for this question are noticed, glimpsed, and caught sight of. These verbs all convey the act of perceiving or becoming aware of something. In the given sentence, any of these choices can be used to indicate that the speaker became aware of a rat in the corner. The other choices, saw and visualized, do not accurately convey the idea of perceiving something in the immediate environment.Rate this question:
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2 choices:It was disgusting. I __________.
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Scrutinised.
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Averted my gaze.
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Contemplated.
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Dropped my eyes.
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Cast my eyes
Correct Answer(s)
A. Averted my gaze.
A. Dropped my eyes.Explanation
The correct answer is "averted my gaze" and "dropped my eyes." Both of these choices suggest that the person looked away or avoided looking at something because it was disgusting. The other choices do not convey the same meaning and are not appropriate in this context.Rate this question:
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3 choices:A crowd of onlookers were standing there __________. I felt sickened.
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Gawping.
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Viewing.
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Surveying the scene.
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Observing.
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Taking a gander.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Gawping.
A. Surveying the scene.
A. Observing.Explanation
"taking a gander" is a great turn of phrase but too informal.Rate this question:
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2 choices:She ______________ in contempt.
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Stared
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Gave her a black look
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Flashed her eyes
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Gawped
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Gazed
Correct Answer(s)
A. Gave her a black look
A. Flashed her eyesExplanation
The correct answer is "gave her a black look" and "flashed her eyes". These choices suggest a negative or disapproving expression towards someone, indicating that she is showing contempt. "Stared," "gawped," and "gazed" do not necessarily convey the same level of disapproval or contempt as "gave her a black look" and "flashed her eyes."Rate this question:
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1 choice:Upset, the toddler __________ and started to cry.
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Grimaced
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Gazed
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Contemplated
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Peered
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Averted his eyes
Correct Answer
A. GrimacedExplanation
The correct answer is "grimaced" because the word "grimaced" means to make a twisted or distorted facial expression, usually indicating pain or disgust. In this context, the toddler is upset and starts to cry, which suggests that they are experiencing some form of discomfort or distress. Grimacing would be a natural response to such emotions.Rate this question:
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2 choices:I was __________ the light.
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Perceived
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Reflected by
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Blinded by
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Observed in
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Dazzled by
Correct Answer(s)
A. Blinded by
A. Dazzled byExplanation
The correct answer is "blinded by" and "dazzled by". These choices both suggest a strong reaction to the light, indicating that the person was unable to see or had difficulty seeing because of the brightness. "Blinded by" implies a complete loss of vision, while "dazzled by" suggests being temporarily overwhelmed or enchanted by the brightness. Both options convey the idea that the light had a powerful and overwhelming effect on the person's ability to see.Rate this question:
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2 choices:_________________, I emerged from the cinema into the afternoon sun.
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Gawping,
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Bleary-eyed,
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Spying,
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Blinded by the light,
Correct Answer(s)
A. Bleary-eyed,
A. Blinded by the light,Explanation
The correct answer is "Bleary-eyed, Blinded by the light." The phrase "Bleary-eyed" suggests that the person is tired or has difficulty seeing clearly. The phrase "Blinded by the light" further emphasizes this idea, indicating that the person is temporarily unable to see due to the brightness of the sun.Rate this question:
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