
Understanding English Idioms and Expressions
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English
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6th - 8th Grade
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Hard
Richard Gonzalez
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the idiom 'a big mouth' imply about a person?
They have a large appetite.
They tend to gossip or reveal secrets.
They are good at keeping secrets.
They are very quiet.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
If something 'costs an arm and a leg', what does it mean?
It is very cheap.
It is extremely expensive.
It is free.
It is moderately priced.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a 'no-brainer' decision?
A decision that is impossible to make.
A decision that requires a lot of thought.
A decision that is very difficult to make.
A decision that is very easy to make.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does it mean to 'let your hair down'?
To work harder.
To get a haircut.
To relax and be comfortable.
To become more stressed.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the idiom 'in over your head' suggest?
You are in a situation that is too easy.
You are in a situation that is very relaxing.
You are in a situation that is too difficult.
You are in a situation that is very boring.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does it mean to have 'the upper hand'?
To be in a weaker position.
To be in control or have the advantage.
To be undecided.
To be confused.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
If something happens 'in the blink of an eye', how does it occur?
Not at all.
Very slowly.
At a normal pace.
Incredibly quickly.
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