Question

Reading for understanding language
1. From Paragraphs 1 and 2 write down three words which mean 'extremely old.
2.
Which word in Paragraph 1 means 'admirable' or 'revered?
3.
Which phrase in Paragraph 2 suggests that the taxi was going slowly?
4.
Which word in Paragraph 2 tells you that the driver was used to the engine of his
vehicle constantly cutting out?
In Paragraph 3 which words tell you that the driver is resigned to the shortcomings of
his vehicle?
6.
In Paragraph 4 what is the word for the engine having stopped?
7. Which words in the sentence beginning “A gentle breeze' in Paragraph 4 create an
atmosphere of calm and beauty?
Which word in Paragraph 5 means 'extremely'?
9. In Paragraph 5 the taxi driver 'ground' his car into gear. What does this tell you about
the state of the gears? What else can 'ground' mean?
5.
8.
10. In Paragraph 5, the back seat came away from its 'moorings'. What does this mean?
What does 'mooring' mean when applied to a boat?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

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