1. The actor's performance was so absurdly _____that Gwen felt a little ashamed to have to resort to tissues in the final scene.

　　proficient

　　unfeasible

　　seditious

　　maudlin

　　accommodating

　　2. Although his friends insisted that his black garb was simply depressing, Peter felt just the opposite—that it gave him an air of upbeat, ____________maturity.

　　melancholic

　　wearisome

　　salacious

　　aghast

　　urbane

　　3. Due to the many ____________in his committee presentation, Mark's advisor suggested that he revise his work and practice in front of a mirror before presenting it to the entire department.

　　facilities

　　jeremiads

　　gaffes

　　obloquies

　　exploits