EnglishYear 5

Describing Words — Series 11

Choose the correct describing word from the box to complete each sentence.

1.

Complete the sentences with the words in the box.

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His 1 language left no room for ambiguity and prevented any later misunderstanding.

The 2 conditions in the camp made even basic tasks take far longer than expected.

The 3 role played by the volunteers was acknowledged in the director's closing speech.

The 4 community invested heavily in education, which benefited generations to come.

The 5 warmth of the sun after so many grey days lifted everyone's spirits immediately.

The 6 crowd consumed every portion that was brought out within minutes of it arriving.

The 7 efficiency of the new process eliminated every unnecessary step.

The 8 text was studied by scholars who had devoted their entire careers to understanding it.

The 9 attack on the argument dismantled it point by point in front of the audience.

Opportunities for the young people of the town had always been 10 and hard to reach.

2.

Now write your own sentence using one of the words above.