Idioms Flashcard

Front

We tried to throw Ms. Parker a surprise party, but you let the cat out of the bag.

Back

told the secret

Answer explanation

If you let the cat out of the bag, you told a secret or spoiled a surprise.

Front

I got Honor Roll this trimester and my mom is over the moon!

Back

excited

Front

"This homework is a piece of cake!" said Alex.

Back

easy

Answer explanation

If something is a piece of cake,then it's very easy.

Front

My sister is down in the dumps because she didn't get the new job she wanted.

Back

sad

Front

I didn't do my homework, but neither did Bill, so we're in the same boat.

Back

have the same problem

Front

I had a busy day, but now it's time to hit the hay.

Back

go to sleep

Answer explanation

Front

not my cup of tea

Back

something I don't like

Answer explanation

If something is not your cup of tea, then you don't like it.

Front

I have to give a presentation in front of the class, but I have butterflies in my stomach!

Back

feel nervous

Front

"I have a math test tomorrow, so tonight I really need to hit the books."

Back

do homework/study

Answer explanation

When you hit the books, you study or do your homework.

Front

I keep losing in Fortnite. I think I'm going to throw in the towel and log off for tonight.

Back

give up