IDIOM FLASHCARD

Front

The boys knew they always could count on Jenny in an emergency, for she never lost her head

Back

became confused

Front

Mary has all kinds of problems, because every time she opens her mouth to talk she puts her foot in her mouth. 

Back

says things that cause trouble

Front

When Penny begged for a treat and got it, Grandmother said, "She can twist me around her little finger." What does this mean?

Back

make me do what she wants

Front

Mary let the cat out of the bag when she told Betty about the surprise party.

Back

told a secret

Front

When we reached the top of the hill, Jack said, "I'm on my last legs. Let's stop here for a while."

Back

ready to collapse

Front

Polly was so cross at her brother that she spent an hour tossing rocks into the lake to let off steam. 

Back

work off anger

Front

If you put on your thinking cap, you can help me solve this problem.

Back

think hard

Front

Jay was so funny as a clown that he had everyone who watched his act in stitches.

Back

laughing very hard

Front

What does "on your toes" mean in the context of Mr. Hull's statement?

Back

very alert

Front

My friend had a hand in making the class play an outstanding success.

Back

did some of the work for