Common Idioms Practice

What does the idiom "tongue in cheek" mean?

• To speak in a foreign language

• To say something funny or silly, not serious

• To have a sore throat

• To keep a secret

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What is the meaning of the idiom "stir up a hornet's nest"?

• To clean up a messy room

• To cook something very quickly

• To organize a group activity

• To make a big mess or cause a lot of trouble

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does the idiom "cream puff" mean?

• A) A delicious dessert

• B) To be very kind and gentle

• C) A type of clothing

• D) A fluffy animal

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

Who would be described as a "class clown"?

• A) A professional comedian

• B) A student who doesn't like to study

• C) A kid in class who loves making everyone laugh

• D) A clown at the circus

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

What is "mumbo jumbo"?

• A) A type of dance

• B) A musical instrument

• C) Confusing talk that doesn’t make much sense

• D) A new game

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CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What does "night owl" refer to?

• A) A nocturnal bird

• B) Someone who loves staying up late and playing or reading

• C) A person who is afraid of the dark

• D) A type of owl-shaped lamp

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does "a slap on the wrist" signify?

• A) A high-five

• B) A serious punishment

• C) A little punishment for doing something small wrong

• D) A congratulatory gesture

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does the idiom "bite the bullet" mean?

• To accept a challenge

• To do something difficult or unpleasant

• To avoid a responsibility

• To take a quick decision

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What is the meaning of "cat's pajamas"?

• Something boring or mundane

• Something very comfortable

• Something excellent or outstanding

• Something outdated or old-fashioned

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does "monkey see, monkey do" imply?

• To be confused by someone's actions

• To ignore what others are doing

• To imitate someone else's actions

• To be the leader in a situation

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B