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.