Understanding Idioms: Bend Over Backwards

This lesson explains the meaning of idioms, focusing on 'ants in your pants' and 'bend over backwards'. Idioms are expressions that cannot be taken literally. 'Ants in your pants' means being very excited, while 'bend over backwards' means trying hard to please someone. The lesson uses examples and comic strips to illustrate these idioms.

What is an idiom?

• A phrase with a hidden meaning

• A literal expression

• A type of insect

• A dance move

What does the idiom 'ants in your pants' mean?

• Having insects in your clothing

• Being very excited

• Feeling itchy

• Being uncomfortable

What does 'bend over backwards' imply?

• Asking for help

• Being flexible

• Trying very hard to please someone

• Performing a physical exercise

In the example, what was Simone trying to achieve by bending over backwards?

• Obtaining concert tickets

• Winning a competition

• Getting a new job

• Buying a new car

Which of the following tasks did Simone perform to bend over backwards?

• Cooking dinner

• Walking the dog

• Painting a picture

• Writing a letter