Literal and Implied Meanings

Choose the letter of the correct answer. What is the literal meaning of the phrase "I'm over the moon"?

• I am very happy.

• I am floating in the sky.

• I am feeling sad.

• I am tired.

Choose the letter of the correct answer. What is the implied meaning of the phrase "He's a night owl"?

• He is afraid of the dark.

• He is a nocturnal animal.

• He likes to stay up late at night.

• He is very quiet.

Choose the letter of the correct answer. What is the literal meaning of the sentence "It's a piece of cake"?

• It is a difficult task.

• It is a simple task.

• It is a delicious cake.

• It is a boring task.

Choose the letter of the correct answer. What is the implied meaning of the phrase "She's a couch potato"?

• She is a healthy person.

• She is a very active person.

• She likes to watch TV a lot.

• She is a professional athlete.

Choose the letter of the correct answer. What is the literal meaning of the phrase "Break a leg"?

• I hope you have a broken leg.

• I hope you are unlucky.

• I hope you do well.

• I hope you fall down.