The Good Place, S1E4 Flashcards

1
Q

His excuse sounded __________; I don’t think he’s telling the truth.

(fake)

A

phoney

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2
Q

The comedian’s jokes were so __________ that the entire audience was in tears.

(very funny)

A

hilarious

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3
Q

Trying to fix the computer without instructions was incredibly __________.

(annoying, usually because something is difficult or not going well)

A

frustrating

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4
Q

The charity hosted a glamorous __________ to raise funds for their new project.

(a large, formal event)

A

gala

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5
Q

Climbing the mountain in this weather seems a bit __________. Maybe we should wait.

(risky, unpredictable, dangerous)

A

dicey

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6
Q

After losing the match, the team’s __________ was at an all-time low.

(the level of confidence or enthusiasm of a group or individual)

A

morale

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7
Q

She gave him a nice __________ on his new haircut, and he smiled shyly.

(praise; saying something nice)

A

compliment

[compare: complement]

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8
Q

He almost went skydiving, but he __________ at the last minute.

(to get scared and quit)

A

chickened out

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9
Q

Picasso showed great __________ for painting even from a young age.

(natural ability or skill)

A

talent

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10
Q

To be __________, I think your presentation could use a bit more work.

(open, honest, direct speech)

A

frank

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