Question

Here are some words from the lesson which describe different kinds of sounds.

drum

swish

tinkle

caw

drip

(i) Match these words with their correct meanings. 

(a) to fall in small drops 

(b) to make a sound by hitting a surface repeatedly 

(c) to move quickly through the air, making a soft sound 

(d) harsh sound made by birds 

(e) ringing sound (of a bell or breaking glass, etc.)

Answer 1

(a) to fall in small drops – drip 

(b) to make a sound by hitting a surface repeatedly – drum 

(c) to move quickly through the air, making a soft sound – swish 

(d) harsh sound made by birds – caw 

(e) ringing sound (of a bell or breaking glass, etc.) – tinkle