Journeys Lesson 3 Vocab and Comprehension Test

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What does it mean to go the extra mile?

Back

You are willing to make a special effort to achieve something.

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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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What does 'inflated' mean?

Back

To cause to expand with air or gas.

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What is a characteristic of Miata's and Rudy's speech styles?

Back

They mix two languages.

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What does 'push our luck' mean in the context of the sentence?

Back

To expect way too much.

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What is the meaning of 'knock it off'?

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To stop doing something annoying or bothersome.

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What is a special effort?

Back

An action taken that goes beyond what is usual or expected.

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What does it mean to be confident?

Back

To have a strong belief in oneself and one's abilities.

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What is applause?

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The clapping of hands to show approval or enjoyment.

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What does 'stern faced' mean?

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Having a serious or strict expression.