Zhuofan 11-16

The essay's __________ structure kept readers in suspense until the very last sentence.

The author’s style often contrasts opposing ideas in __________ statements that highlight the tension in the narrative.

The poem’s __________ flow of words made it soothing to read aloud.

Her writing was __________, delivering concise and witty remarks that left a lasting impression.

The storyteller’s __________ sentences often made it hard to follow the main idea.

The comedian’s jokes felt __________ and lacked any smooth transition from one topic to the next.

The dialogue in the play was __________, filled with harsh sounds that jarred the audience.

His __________ prose was free of any excessive decoration, giving it a straightforward and raw quality.

The speaker’s convoluted explanation seemed deliberately __________ to confuse the audience.

The general’s __________ speech conveyed his orders with brevity and directness.