Idioms and Hyperbole Review

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What does it mean when someone says, 'pulling my leg'?

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It means she was joking with me.

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What does the idiom 'pain in the neck' refer to?

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It means my friend can be hard to get along with sometimes.

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What does the idiom 'a piece of cake' mean?

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It means something is easy.

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What is an idiom?

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A word or phrase that does not mean what it says.

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What is a hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement that is not meant to be taken literally.

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Give an example of an idiom.

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'Break the ice' means to initiate conversation in a social setting.

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What does 'it's raining cats and dogs' mean?

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It means it's raining very heavily.

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What is the purpose of using idioms in language?

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To convey meanings in a more colorful and imaginative way.

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What does 'hit the nail on the head' mean?

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It means to be exactly right about something.

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What is the difference between an idiom and a hyperbole?

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An idiom is a phrase with a meaning different from its literal meaning, while a hyperbole is an exaggerated statement.