Boosting Our Vocabulary – Films & Books

1. The movie's dialog was so ____________ that you could guess the next line.
2. The essay was poorly written, with ____________ ideas that lacked a clear connection.
3. Despite being a low-budget film, the documentary presented a(n) ____________ exploration of
environmental issues.
4. Conrad's story was too ____________to be believable.
5. The ____________traffic on this street makes it dangerous to cross.
6. Despite its ____________ characters, the play received rave reviews for its emotional impact.
7. The art exhibition aimed to be ____________, targeting those with a deep appreciation for
intellectual and cultural themes.
8. The mysterious storyline of the novel was so ____________ that I couldn't put the book down.
9. The comedy show had a ____________ tone, providing the audience with a much-needed break
from serious topics.
10. The independent film was praised for its creativity despite being produced on a ____________.
11. The magician's performance was ____________, capturing the audience's attention with every trick.
12. The documentary revealed ____________ facts about the universe, leaving viewers in awe of the
vastness of space.
13. The touching scenes in the film were truly ____________, making many viewers shed tears.
14. The ____________ promises made by the politician during the campaign raised doubts among
voters.
15. The philosophical book aimed to be ____________, encouraging readers to ponder deeper meanings
and ideas.
16. The ____________ pace of the movie kept viewers on the edge of their seats.
17. The young artist is considered a(n) ____________, with many expecting great success in the art
world.
18. The suspenseful novel ____________ readers from the first page to the last, leaving them eager for
the sequel.
19. The dialogue in the play felt ____________, lacking the natural flow and spontaneity of authentic
conversation.
20. His ____________ remarks during the debate earned him applause for his clever and humorous
delivery.
 Answer Key (unit 3, page 41, writing bank)

1. Clichéd: Used too much and not original.

2. Disjointed: Not connected or organized well; lacks smooth flow.
3. Epic: A long and impressive story or narrative.
4. Far-fetched: Unlikely or improbable; hard to believe.
5. Fast-moving: Happening quickly; making rapid progress.
6. Flawed: Not perfect; has imperfections or weaknesses.
7. High-brow: Appealing to cultured or intellectual tastes.
8. Intriguing: Interesting and curious; makes you want to know more.
9. Light-hearted: Cheerful and carefree; not serious.
10. Low-budget: Produced with limited funds; inexpensive.
11. Mesmerizing: Holding attention in a captivating manner.
12. Mind-blowing: Extremely impressive, surprising, or shocking.
13. Moving: Evokes strong emotions, especially sadness or empathy.
14. Overblown: Exaggerated or inflated, often too much.
15. Thought-provoking: Stimulates thinking and reflection.
16. Thrilling: Exciting and suspenseful; gives a sense of exhilaration.
17. Up-and-coming: Likely to become successful in the near future.
18. Gripped: Held in intense or focused attention.
19. Contrived: Artificially created or planned; lacks naturalness.
20. Witty: Clever and humorous, expressed in a quick and intelligent way.