IDIOMS AND PHRASAL VERBS

Front

What does the idiom 'piece of cake' mean?

Back

It means something that is very easy to do.

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

Front

What does it mean when someone 'goes bananas'?

Back

It means they become very angry or excited.

Front

What does the phrase 'in the same boat' imply?

Back

It means being in the same difficult situation as others.

Front

What does 'run out' mean in the context of supplies?

Back

It means to have no more of something left.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does the idiom 'hit the books' mean?

Back

It means to study hard.

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

Front

What is an idiom?

Back

An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

Front

What is a phrasal verb?

Back

A phrasal verb is a verb combined with a preposition or adverb that creates a new meaning.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

Give an example of a common idiom related to time.

Back

'Time flies' means that time passes quickly.

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

Front

What does the idiom 'break the ice' mean?

Back

It means to initiate conversation in a social setting.

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

Front

What does 'call it a day' mean?

Back

It means to stop working for the day.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B