Fill in the blank with the most suitable word:
Curled up on Nani’s lap in the winter sun, the cat began to ______ as she stroked its back.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → purr
Complete sentence: Curled up on Nani’s lap in the winter sun, the cat began to purr as she stroked its back.
| Animal | Sound |
|---|---|
| cat | (1) Purr (answer): a low, soft, steady sound when it is happy |
| mouse | (2) Squeak: a short, high sound |
| sheep or goat | (3) Bleat |
| sparrow or cricket | (4) Chirp: a short, high sound |