Southern Sayings and Their Meanings

Southern Sayings and Their Meanings

Assessment

Interactive Video

Fun

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

FREE Resource

The video explores various Southern sayings and expressions, highlighting their humor and cultural significance. It includes funny comparisons, practical wisdom, and cultural references, providing a glimpse into Southern life and language.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which Southern saying describes someone who is extremely busy?

Happier than a man sitting on a pile of feathers

Don't let the door hit you where the good Lord split you

As busy as a longtail cat in a room full of rocking chairs

As useless as socks on a rooster

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Southern expression for someone who is not very useful?

As busy as a longtail cat in a room full of rocking chairs

Happier than a man sitting on a pile of feathers

As useless as socks on a rooster

Sweating like a wh in church

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the saying 'if you don't have biscuits, cornbread will do' imply?

Always choose the best option

Make do with what you have

Never settle for less

Cornbread is better than biscuits

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which expression suggests turning a bad situation into a good one?

Don't let the door hit you where the good Lord split you

As busy as a longtail cat in a room full of rocking chairs

Happier than a pig in mud

Turning chicken tur into chicken salad

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the expression 'happier than a pig in mud' mean?

Feeling out of place

Being very content and happy

Being very nervous

Feeling extremely busy

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the meaning of the phrase 'let the good times roll' in Southern culture?

To be cautious and careful

To work hard and stay busy

To enjoy life and have fun

To avoid difficult situations