A one-page reference list with meanings — handy on desks during reading or as a check
before a test. Older learners can highlight tricky words; younger groups can point and read
together. Follow with a matching or gap-fill sheet to move from recognition to recall.
A4 · reference
Word list with meanings for Oxford-8-4
Every word numbered beside its meaning, as a one page reference.
Words in this worksheet
- torn
- afford
- junk
- wipe
- worth
- desert
- prison
- prisoner
- wick
- instead
- wise
- jealous
- zoom
- soldier
- attack
- palace
- capture
- escape
- army
- cruel
- greedy
- order
- harm
- hostage
- sped
- march
- battle
- punish
- wrap
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