Seinfeld S2E4

Question 1

When the microphone stopped working, the actor had to __________ and project her voice instead.

(to make or do something with whatever is available, often on the spot)

Answer 1

improvise

Question 2

Her __________ for the project was contagious, and soon everyone was excited to join.

(eager excitement or passion for something)

Answer 2

enthusiasm

Question 3

The politician’s actions came under __________ after the recent scandal.

(close, critical examination or inspection)

Answer 3

scrutiny

(verb: scrutinise – The politician’s actions were closely scrutinised by the press.)

Question 4

Don’t be such a __________; it’s just a harmless little spider!

(a person who is overly fearful or lacks courage; informal/slang)

Answer 4

wuss

Question 5

As a __________, she held the door open for the person behind her.

(polite behaviour or a thoughtful act)

Answer 5

courtesy

Question 6

His behaviour was so erratic and aggressive that they worried he might be __________.

(having severe mental instability or losing touch with reality)

Answer 6

psychotic

Question 7

You’re totally __________! It’s not that big of a deal!

(responding with too much emotion or intensity for the situation)

Answer 7

overreacting