Hyperbole vs Idiom PRACTICE

Hyperbole vs Idiom PRACTICE

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English

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an idiom?

Back

An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the idiom 'raining cats and dogs' mean?

Back

It means it's raining very heavily.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to 'get the ball rolling'?

Back

It means to start something.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the idiom 'give someone the cold shoulder' mean?

Back

It means to ignore someone.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is hyperbole?

Back

Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Is 'Harold ate a huge sandwich for lunch' an example of hyperbole?

Back

No, it is a literal statement.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of hyperbole?

Back

'We had to wait forever' is an example of hyperbole.

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