Meaning of monotonous

[heather]

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #122 "Sleep Expressions", question 1

Mr. Wally's class was so monotonous today I couldn't help ......... a few times.

(a) sleeping
(b) dozing off
(c) waking up
(d) resting

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #122 "Sleep Expressions", answer 1

Mr. Wally's class was so monotonous today I couldn't help dozing off a few times.

Correct answer: (b) dozing off
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what does monotonous mean?

heather

[Alan]

Hi,

This literally means on one note or tone - in other words boring.

Alan
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