Idioms to translate - ASL 4

What does the idiom "Bark up the wrong tree" mean in ASL IV?

• To follow the correct lead

• To make a mistake or a false assumption

• To climb a tree

• To train a dog

What is the meaning of the idiom "Toe the line" in the context of ASL IV?

• To stand on a line drawn on the ground

• To keep one's toes straight

• To conform to a rule or standard

• To walk in a straight line

In ASL IV, what does the idiom "Take something at face value" imply?

• To evaluate something based on its deeper meaning

• To ignore the apparent meaning

• To accept the way something appears or is presented without questioning it

• To physically examine the face of an object

What does "Wash one’s hands of something" signify in ASL IV?

• To clean one's hands after a task

• To refuse to accept responsibility for something anymore

• To help someone wash

• To perform a cleaning ritual

According to ASL IV, what does the idiom "A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush" mean?

• Birds are more valuable when free

• It's better to keep what you have than to risk it for something uncertain

• Bird watching is a valuable skill

• Two birds are always better than one

What does the idiom "All that glitters is not gold" imply?

• Everything that is shiny is valuable

• Not everything that looks precious is actually valuable

• Gold is not that attractive

• All shiny objects are made of gold

What is the meaning of the idiom "Can't make heads or tails out of something"?

• To flip a coin

• To be very clear about something

• To be confused and unable to understand something

• To decide between two options

What does the idiom "Keep something under wraps" suggest?

• To wrap something as a gift

• To keep something secret

• To physically wrap something up

• To reveal a secret

What does the idiom "Beggars can't be choosers" mean?

• Beggars should not ask for help

• People asking for something must not set conditions

• Beggars usually have many choices

• Choosing is only for wealthy people

What does the idiom "Leave a bad taste in someone's mouth" mean?

• To experience a bad flavor

• To have a lingering bad feeling

• To dislike the food someone cooked

• To need mouthwash