Question

Underline the correct item. 1 Not everyone finds it easy to accept constructive/imperative/excessive criticism. 2 He rolled/raised/dropped his eyebrows in surprise. 3 Unfortunately, the candidate lacked the perception/mindset/poise and confidence for the job. 4 He gave an amazingly persuasive, articulate/ outspoken/ingenious speech. 5 She's so outgoing that she's the spotlight/ centre/middle of attention wherever she goes. 6 He was extremely nervous and couldn't stop quaking/pouting/steering. 7 She's well respected for her big-headed/ farsighted/strong-willed ideas. 8 The boss won't take a decision that goes across/against/into company policy. spotlight

Answer 1

1 Not everyone finds it easy to accept excessive criticism.

2 He raised his eyebrows in surprise.

3 Unfortunately, the candidate lacked the poise and confidence
for the job.

4 He gave an amazingly persuasive, articulate speech.

5 She's so outgoing that she's the centre of attention wherever she goes.

6 He was extremely nervous and couldn't stop
quaking.
7 She's well respected for her
farsighted ideas.

8 The boss won't take a decision that goes against company policy.

Answer 2

1. constructive 2. raised 3. poise 4. articulate 5. center 6. quaking 7. farsighted 8. against