American Idioms Quiz 2

What does 'spill the beans' mean?

• To vent frustration or relax after being stressed

• To recover control of emotions

• To accidentally or intentionally disclose hidden information

• To make extra effort to achieve something

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What does 'hit the books' mean?

• To study or prepare diligently

• To face a difficult situation with courage

• To ease tension in social situations

• To identify or solve something precisely

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What does 'a blessing in disguise' refer to?

• An unexpected benefit from an initially negative situation

• To do something difficult or unpleasant

• To maintain optimism during hard times

• To act before the appropriate time

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CCSS.L.4.5B

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What does 'cost an arm and a leg' mean?

• To experience the worst possible situation

• To express extreme sadness through crying

• Something that costs a lot of money

• To make a bad situation worse

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CCSS.L.4.5B

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What does 'keep your chin up' mean?

• To look for positive aspects in a negative scenario

• To make your feelings easily visible to others

• To stay positive in a difficult situation

• To lose your temper suddenly

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B