Idioms

Front

How did Maria feel about the test?

Back

It was easy.

Front

"Your brother is already in a bad mood. Don't add fuel to the fire by laughing at him," said Mom. What did Mom mean?

Back

Don't make the situation worse.

Front

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

Back

start over from the beginning

Front

After an exhausting day of work on the farm, Mrs. Jackson decided to hit the hay earlier than usual. What was Mrs. Jackson going to do?

Back

go to bed

Front

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

Back

They were wrong about the case.

Front

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

Back

never

Front

Coach told me to sit tonight's game out because I'm feeling under the weather. Why won't Coach let me play?

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

When my sister's favorite doll broke, she decided not to cry over spilt milk. Which statement describes my sister?

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