Understanding Idioms Starting with 'On the'

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

• They all relate to sports.

• They all start with 'on the'.

• They all involve animals.

• They all describe emotions.

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

• On the air

• On the sly

• On the mend

• On the fritz

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

• On the level

• On the warpath

• On the ball

• On the mend

What does 'on the fritz' mean?

• Working perfectly

• Broken or malfunctioning

• Secretive

• Broadcasting live

Which idiom describes someone doing something secretly?

• On the fence

• On the mend

• On the air

• On the sly

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

• They are very angry.

• They are undecided.

• They are doing well.

• They are being honest.

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

• On the warpath

• On the level

• On the ball

• On the sly

What does 'on the warpath' imply about a person's mood?

• They are very angry.

• They are undecided.

• They are being secretive.

• They are very happy.

Which idiom would you use to describe someone who is being honest and straightforward?

• On the level

• On the ball

• On the fritz

• On the mend

What is the best way to remember and use idioms effectively?

• By reading them once

• By memorizing their definitions

• By watching TV shows

• By practicing and using them in sentences