Vocab
Although the author slowly revealed the protagonist's tragic _, it still shocked readers to learn what happened to her in the orphanage.
backstory
Speaking loudly in a quiet library is considered a violation of a basic _ norm.
social
It;s unfair to judge someone based on an outdated _.
stereotype
She won over the entire committee with her natural wit and _.
charm
What name is given to a type of bike with just one wheel?
unicycle
In _ society, technology plays a vital role in how we communicate and access information.
contemporary
Years after their acrimonious divorce, a lingering sense of _ prevented her form ever speaking to him again.
bitterness
Despite the scientific evidence, the public _ of nuclear energy remains largely negative.
perception
This TV series is known for its _ storylines.
progressive
In Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho (1960), what is the name of the motel where Marion Crane stops for the night?
The Bate's Motel
The recent release of the remastered film has sparked a _ interest in classic cinema among younger generations.
renewed
Give an example of a film with _ storytelling for 100 extra points!
epic
My ultimate personal _ is to build a sustainable off-grid home where I can live quietly and write novels full-time.
aspiration
She suffered from a _ nightmare of being lost in the city.
recurring
In The Lord of the Rings film trilogy, which actor portrays the wise wizard Gandalf?
Ian McKellen
His performance in the film was nothing more than a _ of a hard-boiled detective, relying on every cliche in the book.
caricature
The painful memory of her mistake still _ her late at night.
haunts
Brown's casting is strong and her cast's performances are _, showing great depth of personality.
multi-layered
The royal advisor was a master of political _, secretly manipulating the nobility to orchestrate the queen's downfall.
intrigue
Which 1987 film features the famous line 'Nobody puts Baby in a corner'?
Dirty Dancing
After spending an exciting week hiking in the Alps, returning to the _ reality of sorting through bills and grocery shopping was quite a shock.
mundane
Despite releasing only one album, the indie band enjoyed _ popularity across the country.
immense
She proved to be a formidable _ in the courtroom, outwitting the prosecution at every turn.
adversary
Everyone has their little _ and mannerisms.
quirks
In what year was Good Will Hunting released?
a) 1996
b) 1997
c) 1998
d) 1999
b) 1997