Unit: Chatting and Small Talk - Idiomatic Expressions

What does 'on the rebound' mean in a relationship context?

• Taking a break from dating altogether.

• Reconnecting with an ex after a long time.

• It means starting a new relationship shortly after a breakup.

• Being in a committed relationship for years.

If someone tells you to 'keep it to yourself', what are they asking you to do?

• They want you to share the information with others.

• They are asking you to forget the information completely.

• They are asking you to keep the information private.

• They want you to discuss it openly with friends.

What might it indicate if a situation is described as 'getting out of hand'?

• The situation is improving and becoming more manageable.

• The situation is becoming uncontrollable or chaotic.

• The situation is being resolved peacefully.

• The situation is under strict control and supervision.

How would you interpret the phrase 'driving me up the wall'?

• It refers to driving a vehicle on a wall.

• It indicates a state of calmness and relaxation.

• It means causing extreme annoyance or frustration.

• It means making someone feel happy.

What does it mean to 'keep your fingers crossed' in terms of hope?

• To ignore the situation entirely.

• To hope for a positive outcome.

• To wish for bad luck.

• To accept whatever happens without concern.

Fill the blank:

After her breakup, I think she's just dating anyone she can find. I guess she's just ___.

• on the rebound

• keep it to yourself

• getting out of hand

• driving me up to the wall

Fill the blank:

I've heard some rumors about the project. Should I share what I know or ___?

• keep it to myself

• keep you fingers crossed

• keep getting out of hand

• driving me up to the wall

Fill the blank:

The party last night was supposed to be fun, but it ended up ___ with everyone arguing.

• keep it to yourself

• on the rebound

• getting out of hand

• driving me up to the wall

Fill the blank:

My coworker's constant questions about my work are really ___; I can’t focus anymore!

• getting out of hand

• on the rebound

• driving me up to the wall

• keep it to yourself

Fill the blank:

I applied for that job I really want; let's just hope everything goes well. ___ for me!

• getting out of hand

• on the rebound

• keep you fingers crossed

• keep it to yourself