Y12 PO Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

What does the idiom "on thin ice" mean?

• Being in a comfortable situation

• Being in a risky or delicate situation

• Being in a warm and cozy place

• Being in a safe and secure environment

What does the idiom "in hot water" imply?

• Being in a relaxing situation

• Being in a difficult or troublesome situation

• Being in a cold environment

• Being in a joyful mood

What does the idiom "up in the air" refer to?

• Something that is certain

• Something that is undecided or uncertain

• Something that is grounded

• Something that is completed

What does the idiom "dead in the water" mean?

• A project that is thriving

• A project that is on hold

• A project that has no chance of succeeding

• A project that is completed

What does the idiom "burning the candle at both ends" mean?

• Working excessively or straining oneself

• Relaxing and taking it easy

• Saving energy for later

• Lighting a candle for decoration

What does the idiom "beating around the bush" imply?

• Addressing an issue directly

• Avoiding the main point

• Cutting down bushes

• Being straightforward

Which idiom would you use to describe a project with no chance of success?

• Watching paint dry

• Dead in the water

• Burning the candle at both ends

• Beating around the bush

Which idiom would you use to describe avoiding the main issue?

• Beating around the bush

• In hot water

• Watching paint dry

• Dead in the water

Which phrasal verb can mean an airplane departing?

• Take off

• Land

• Fly over

• Touch down

What is the meaning of "look after"?

• To ignore someone

• To take care of someone or something

• To search for information

• To give something away