UNIT 19. PERSONALITY

Question 1

to behave in a way that makes people believe that you have a particular characteristic

Answer 1

Come across
> He comes across as a bit of a bore in an interview.
> I don’t know Emily very well, but she comes across as an intelligent girl.
Dar la impresión

Question 2

showing wisdom

Answer 2

Wise

Question 3

intelligent, or able to think quickly or intelligently in difficult situations

Answer 3

Smart

Question 4

intelligent and quick to learn.
full of hope for success or happiness.

Answer 4

Bright

Question 5

If someone _______ a particular emotion or behaviour, they suddenly start to feel or behave in that way, but usually not sincerely.
Aware of what is going on or what is up-to-date

Answer 5

Switched-on

Question 6

unable to speak.
stupid.

Answer 6

Dumb

Question 7

too willing to believe that someone is telling the truth, that people’s intentions in general are good, or that life is simple and fair.

Answer 7

Naive

Question 8

not giving or having much light.
Stupid or slow.

Answer 8

Dim

Question 9

relaxed and not easily upset or worried

Answer 9

Easy-going

Question 10

relaxed in manner and character; not usually worried about other people’s behaviour or things that need to be done

Answer 10

Laid-back

Question 11

careful not to say or do anything that could upset someone

Answer 11

Tactful

Question 12

(of a person) friendly and energetic and finding it easy and enjoyable to be with others

Answer 12

Outgoing

Question 13

kind and caring

Answer 13

Kind-hearted

Question 14

able to reply in a clever or funny way without thinking for a long time

Answer 14

Quick-witted
You have to be quick-witted enough to talk yourself out of a difficult situation.
She is beautiful, gracious, rich, intelligent, and quick-witted

Question 15

willing to accept other people’s behaviour and beliefs, especially sexual behaviour

Answer 15

Broadminded

Question 16

brave and taking risks

Answer 16

Daring

Question 17

putting a lot of effort into your work
always working hard

Answer 17

Conscientious

Question 18

not needing help or support from other people

Answer 18

Self-reliant

Question 19

detailed and careful

Answer 19

Thorough

Question 20

expressing strong opinions very directly without worrying if other people are offended

Answer 20

Outspoken
She’s a very outspoken person.

Question 21

tidy, with everything in its place
(of a strong alcoholic drink) without anything, such as water or ice or another drink, added to it

Answer 21

Neat

Question 22

using words in a clever and funny way

Answer 22

Witty
Her music is witty, ironic and allusive.

Question 23

liking to talk a lot in a friendly, informal way

Answer 23

Chatty

Question 24

needing a lot of attention or effort

Answer 24

High-maintenance

Question 25

characterized by behaviours that add negativity and upset to your life

Answer 25

Toxic

Question 26

very careful and with great attention to every detail

Answer 26

Meticulous

Question 27

very interested in and paying a lot of attention to details:

Answer 27

Detail-oriented

Question 28

If behaviour, a quality, or a feeling _______ something more extreme, it is almost that thing:

Answer 28

Border on His suggestion borders on the ridiculous. She possesses a self-confidence that borders on arrogance.

Question 29

brave in a silly way, taking unnecessary risks

Answer 29

Foolhardy, reckless

Question 30

Idiom to think in a sensible and practical way and not have ideas or aims that will be impossible to achieve

Answer 30

To have your feet firmly on the ground

Question 31

Idiom to not know the facts of a situation. Estar en las nubes.

Answer 31

To have your head in the clouds

Question 32

based on or acting on good judgment and practical ideas or understanding having or using good judgment; reasonable

Answer 32

sensible SENSATO

Question 33

easily upset by the things people say or do, or causing people to be upset, embarrassed, or angry. understanding what other people need, and being helpful and kind to them:

Answer 33

sensitive SENSIBLE

Question 34

Idiom to make an effort to imagine how you would feel or act if you were in the same situation as a particular person.

Answer 34

To be good at putting yourself in other people's shoes.

Question 35

Idiom you forget things very easily

Answer 35

Have a memory like a sieve lo contrario: have a memory like an elephant

Question 36

Idiom do something based on emotions rather than logic act according to what you feel rather than what is sensible

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Your heart rules your head

Question 37

Idiom you do it spontaneously. You didn't plan to do it, but have decided to do it on impulse

Answer 37

You tend to do things on the spur of the moment Your tend to do things in the heat of the moment.

Question 38

To support (phrasal verb)

Answer 38

Stand by

Question 39

Idiom energía inagotable

Answer 39

To be full of restless energy

Question 40

Idiom When a person __________ , they refuse to talk about things that make them angry or worried.

Answer 40

To bottle up your feelings

Question 41

Idiom someone who is willing to listen to your problems and give you sympathy, emotional support, and encouragement:

Answer 41

A shoulder to cry on

Question 42

Idiom to be very kind and generous

Answer 42

To have a heart of gold

Question 43

Phrasal verb to suddenly have strong romantic feelings about someone

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Fall for someone

Question 44

Phrasal verb to think carefully about the advantages or disadvantages of a situation before making a decision:

Answer 44

Weigh up all the possibilities

Question 45

Someone who is determined and unwilling to change their opinions and beliefs:

Answer 45

Strong-minded

Question 46

always putting a lot of effort and care into your work

Answer 46

Hardworking

Question 47

able to be trusted

Answer 47

Trustworthy adj: reliable opp: untrustworthy

Question 48

Brave

Answer 48

Plucky

Question 49

Phrase/idiom If someone has a _______, they are easily made angry

Answer 49

To have a hot temper

Question 50

loyal and willing to give your time and energy to something that you believe in

Answer 50

Committed A committed teacher.