2 Choose the correct words to complete the sentences. 1 That vampire film was extremely _________. I had my eyes closed half of the time! a scary b unrealistic c moving 2 It was an action film, but it was so _________ that I nearly fell asleep. a exciting b convincing c boring 3 Reality shows can be so _________! People do such stupid things! a embarrassing b spectacular c gripping 4 For a comedy, that film wasn't very _________ I didn't laugh once. a moving b interesting c funny

Solution:

• 1. a scary - If someone closed their eyes during a vampire film, it implies the film was frightening, hence 'scary'.
• 2. c boring - Falling asleep during an action film suggests it was not engaging or exciting, but rather 'boring'.
• 3. a embarrassing - The phrase 'stupid things' in the context of reality shows suggests they are often 'embarrassing' to watch.
• 4. c funny - A comedy that fails to make you laugh is not 'funny'.

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