Understanding Idioms Flashcard

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What is an idiom?

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A phrase with a meaning different from the literal words

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Which of the following is an example of an idiom? The sun rises in the east, Break the ice, Water boils at 100°C, The cat is on the mat

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Break the ice

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"Break the ice"

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To start a conversation in a social setting

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Use the idiom "hit the nail on the head" in a sentence.

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She hit the nail on the head with her answer to the problem.

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Idiom: "piece of cake"

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An easy task

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Recognize the idiom in this sentence: "After the long hike, I was on cloud nine."

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I was on cloud nine

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What does the idiom "on cloud nine" mean?

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To be very happy

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Identify the idiom in this sentence: "He let the cat out of the bag about the surprise party."

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Let the cat out of the bag

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What does the idiom "let the cat out of the bag" mean?

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To reveal a secret

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Use the idiom "spill the beans" in a sentence.

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He spilled the beans about the new project.