He is very idle. vs He is very active.

[Mirko]

English Language Proficiency Tests, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #673 "Using Adjectives (8)", question 1

He is not hardworking and energetic. He is very ..........

(a) idle
(b) lively
(c) active

English Language Proficiency Tests, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #673 "Using Adjectives (8)", answer 1

He is not hardworking and energetic. He is very idle.

Correct answer: (a) idle

Your answer was: incorrect
He is not hardworking and energetic. He is very active.
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The answer should be idle, not active. Active does not make any sense in the sentence

Mirko

[Mister Micawber]

That's right-- so why did you answer 'active'?
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Native English teacher at Mister Micawber's