Idioms

Front

How did Maria feel about the test after saying it was a piece of cake?

Back

It was easy.

Front

What did Mom mean by saying, "Don't add fuel to the fire by laughing at him"?

Back

Don't make the situation worse.

Front

What did Michael have to do when his invention failed and he had to go back to square one?

Back

start over from the beginning

Front

What does the phrase "hit the hay" mean in the context of Mrs. Jackson's day?

Back

go to bed

Front

What can you tell about the detectives?
"The detective thought they had solved the case. It turned out they were barking up the wrong tree."

Back

They were wrong about the case.

Front

When will I be able to get a dirt bike if my dad said I could have one when pigs fly?

Back

never

Front

Why won't Coach let me play if I'm feeling under the weather?

Back

I am sick.

Front

The skateboard my brother wants costs an arm and a leg. What can you tell about the skateboard?

Back

It is expensive.

Front

What does the statement "not to cry over spilt milk" imply about my sister's reaction to her doll breaking?

Back

She wasn't going to let herself get upset about the doll.

Front

What describes Shark Eye shells?

Back

common and easy to find