Craft and StructureHardAdjective fixed by a 'surprised' contrast
Craft and Structure practice question
Normally ____ about his early life, the actor surprised the interviewer by describing his childhood in vivid detail.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
- A. reticentCorrect
- B. forthcoming
- C. boastful
- D. curious
Answer: A. reticent
Detail about his childhood was a surprise, so his normal habit must be the opposite: keeping quiet. 'Reticent' means reserved, unwilling to speak.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. forthcoming
- If he were normally 'forthcoming', detailed talk would be no surprise.
- C. boastful
- 'Boastful' would make him eager to talk, again no surprise.
- D. curious
- 'Curious' describes wanting to learn, not one's willingness to talk about oneself.
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