Understanding Idioms Starting with 'On the'

What is the common theme among the idioms discussed in this lesson?

• They are all sports-related.

• They all relate to animals.

• They all start with 'on the'.

• They are all about food.

Which idiom would you use to describe a TV show currently being broadcast?

• On the mend

• On the air

• On the fritz

• On the sly

If someone is recovering from an illness, which idiom applies?

• On the air

• On the mend

• On the fritz

• On the sly

What does 'on the fritz' mean?

• Something is broken or not working.

• Someone is undecided.

• Something is working perfectly.

• Someone is being honest.

Which idiom describes someone doing something secretly?

• On the sly

• On the air

• On the mend

• On the fritz

What does it mean if someone is 'on the fence'?

• They are being honest.

• They are very angry.

• They are undecided.

• They are doing something well.

If someone is performing exceptionally well, which idiom would you use?

• On the warpath

• On the level

• On the ball

• On the fence

Which idiom would you use to describe someone who is very angry?

• On the ball

• On the warpath

• On the fence

• On the level

What does 'on the level' mean?

• Being undecided.

• Being secretive.

• Being very honest and straightforward.

• Being very angry.

What is the best way to remember and use idioms?

• By practicing and using them in sentences.

• By reading them once.

• By ignoring them.

• By memorizing their definitions only.