Choose the option that is closest in meaning to the main word and complete the sentence.
1. Freudian slip (froi-dee-uhn slip)
It was only a ____ when the Maths teacher said that her triangle had a hippopotamus when she meant to say hypotenuse.
(a) verbal mistake (b) unforeseen mishap (c) blessing in disguise
2. Achilles heel (uh-kil-eez heel)
No matter how hard Myra worked for her exams, Maths always remained her ________.
(a) characteristic (b) shortcoming (c) advantage
3. Epicurean (ep-i-kyoo-ree-uhn)
The chefs on the cruise liner prepared a range of appetizing ____ delicacies for the tourists.
(a) insipid (b) simple (c) luxurious
4. Draconian (drey-koh-nee-uhn)
The dictator ordered that ____ punishment be inflicted on all the prisoners of war.
(a) perfunctory (b) compassionate (c) cruel
5. Thespian (thes-pee-uhn)
The novice was thrilled when he was offered a meaty role opposite the most well known___in theatre.
(a) actor (b) programmer (c) iron monger
Answers: 1. A, 2. B, 3. C, 4. C, 5. A
Word Pyramid
The clues will help you find the answers to complete the word pyramid. Each answer must contain the previous answer. You may rearrange the words with a new letter. Hint: Start from the top
1. Type of road surfacing material
2. Visible in the sky on a clear night
3. Stringed instrument used mainly in Indian classical music
4. Climbing these is considered a good exercise
5. System of government in Russia until 1917
6. Fashionable, chic or exclusive
7. Festival celebrating the birth of Christ
Answers:
TAR, STAR, SITAR, STAIRS, TSARISM, SMARTISH, CHRISTMAS
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