Understanding Idiomatic Expressions

What does the idiom 'break the ice' mean in a conversation?

• To initiate conversation and relieve tension in a social setting.

• To express disagreement politely.

• To end a conversation abruptly.

• To create a formal atmosphere.

In the sentence 'She was feeling under the weather', what does 'under the weather' imply?

• Feeling ill or unwell.

• Feeling happy and energetic.

• Feeling confused or lost.

• Experiencing a sudden change in weather.

Use the idiom 'piece of cake' in a sentence to describe an easy task.

• Completing the assignment was a piece of cake.

• Running a marathon is a piece of cake.

• Baking a cake is a piece of cake.

• The exam was a piece of cake for everyone.

Identify the idiom in the following sentence: 'He let the cat out of the bag about the surprise party.'

• let the cat out of the bag

• barking up the wrong tree

• spill the beans

• hit the nail on the head

What does the idiom 'hit the nail on the head' mean when someone gives a correct answer?

• It indicates a vague or unclear answer.

• It means to be somewhat correct but not entirely accurate.

• It means to be exactly right or correct.

• It refers to making a mistake in judgment.

In the phrase 'It's not rocket science', what is the implied meaning of 'rocket science'?

• An expression of frustration or confusion

• A reference to a specific scientific field

• The implied meaning of 'rocket science' is something that is complex or difficult.

• Something that is easy or simple

Use the idiom 'barking up the wrong tree' in a sentence to indicate a misunderstanding.

• She was barking up the wrong tree by believing he would help her with the project without asking.

• They were barking up the wrong tree thinking the meeting was about budget cuts instead of new hires.

• When she accused him of stealing her lunch, he realized she was barking up the wrong tree, as he had never even been in the break room that day.

• He was barking up the wrong tree when he thought she would lend him money after their argument.

What does the idiom 'cost an arm and a leg' suggest about the price of something?

• It means the price is negotiable.

• It indicates that the item is free.

• It suggests that the price of something is very high.

• It suggests that the price is affordable.