Idioms: Happiness, Sadness and Anger

1. Which idiom means “extremely happy” (e.g., you just got accepted to your dream college)?

• I’m at my wits’ end
• I’m over the moon
• I’ve had it up to here
• My blood is up

2. You feel slightly ill and unhappy this morning. Which idiom describes this feeling?

• Out of sorts
• Jump for joy
• On cloud nine
• In seventh heaven

3. You have no choice but to accept a situation you dislike. Which idiom should you use?

• Grin and bear it
• Throw a fit
• Do something just for kicks
• Blow a fuse

4. Which idiom best describes “someone who is always unhappy and complaining”?

• A misery guts
• Thrilled to bits
• Floating on air
• After someone’s blood

5. You’re extremely unhappy about your poor exam results. Which idiom fits?

• Down in the dumps
• In seventh heaven
• Over the moon
• Ruffle someone’s feathers

6. Which idiom means “it’s not as serious as you think; don’t worry too much”?

• It’s not the end of the world
• I’m in seventh heaven
• I’ve had it up to here
• Do his nut

7. Which idiom means “to do something exciting or slightly risky purely for enjoyment”?

• Do something just for kicks
• Put a damper on
• Fed up to the back teeth
• After someone’s blood

8. You discover a friend is spreading rumors about you. You’re furious and about to lose your temper. Which idiom applies?

• Walk on air
• Throw a fit
• Be out for blood
• Jump for joy

9. Your boss is furious about your mistake and wants to punish you. Which idiom best describes this “seeking revenge or punishment”?

• Rubbing you up the wrong way
• After your blood
• On top of the world
• Out of sorts

10. Your teacher might “go crazy with anger” if you don’t do your homework. Which idiom best fits?

• Be after your blood
• Go off the deep end
• Grin and bear it
• In seventh heaven