Using the drop-down menus, choose the best specific word for "difficult" to complete the sentences. Use each word once.

Question

The race through the desert was
; it was too long and hot, and my shoes were too tight.

I had a great time with the
race that included an obstacle course section.

Completing the race was
because my shoelaces kept breaking, the road was slippery in places, and the sun was in my eyes.

The uphill section of the race was
, and I felt that my legs would fall off and I wouldn't be able to keep going. However, I felt better on the way down.

Answer 1

1. The race through the desert was arduous; it was too long and hot, and my shoes were too tight.

2. I had a great time with the challenging race that included an obstacle course section.

3. Completing the race was strenuous because my shoelaces kept breaking, the road was slippery in places, and the sun was in my eyes.

4. The uphill section of the race was grueling, and I felt that my legs would fall off and I wouldn't be able to keep going. However, I felt better on the way down.