Native idiom- can I steal you for a sec? #learnenglish

Native idiom- can I steal you for a sec? #learnenglish

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English, Other

KG - University

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The video tutorial explains the idiom 'whiling away the time', which means spending time idly when there is nothing else to do. It provides examples of how to use the idiom in sentences and contexts, such as leisurely spending time at the beach.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the idiom 'whiling away the time' mean?

Spending time productively

Spending time idly

Spending time in a hurry

Spending time with friends

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which situation might you use the idiom 'whiling away the time'?

When you are cooking

When you are exercising

When you are waiting for someone

When you are busy with work

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can the idiom 'whiling away the time' be used in a sentence?

I was whiling away the time by reading a book.

I was whiling away the time by running errands.

I was whiling away the time by attending a meeting.

I was whiling away the time by working on a project.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a leisurely activity where you might 'while away the time'?

Attending a conference

Going to the beach

Shopping for groceries

Cleaning the house

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common setting for 'whiling away the hours'?

At a crowded market

In a busy office

On a relaxing beach

In a noisy city