Everyday Idioms for Effective Communication

In this video, Arnell introduces 10 idioms that are informal and neutral, suitable for everyday conversations. The lesson is divided into three scenarios: a receptionist, a boss, and a long day. Each scenario demonstrates idioms like 'take your time', 'you can say that again', and 'cut some slack'. The video concludes with a challenge for viewers to use these idioms in a conversation.

What type of context are the idioms discussed in the video best suited for?

• Formal speeches

• Academic writing

• Casual conversations

• Legal documents

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CCSS.SL.11-12.6

CCSS.SL.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.1D

CCSS.W.9-10.1D

CCSS.W.9-10.2E

What does the idiom 'Take your time' imply?

• Please be faster

• There's no need to rush

• I'm waiting impatiently

• Hurry up

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

If someone agrees strongly with a statement, which idiom would they use?

• Cross that bridge

• I'll take your word for it

• You can say that again

• Cut me some slack

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does 'I'll take your word for it' suggest about the speaker's stance?

• They are skeptical

• They trust the other's statement

• They need more evidence

• They disagree

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What is implied by 'You have your work cut out for you'?

• You have little work to do

• You will be very busy

• You need to start working

• Your work is easy

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

What does 'The last straw' signify in a series of events?

• An insignificant event

• The final tolerable occurrence

• A positive turning point

• The first problem

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

In what context might someone say 'Cut him some slack'?

• When a person is being too critical

• When someone needs to work harder

• When accuracy is crucial

• When time is running out

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does 'I'll cross that bridge when I come to it' mean?

• To cross an actual bridge

• To plan in advance

• To ignore a problem

• To deal with a problem if it arises

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does 'Feeling under the weather' generally mean?

• Feeling cold

• Feeling energetic

• Feeling excited

• Feeling slightly ill

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does 'Hit the sack' mean?

• Start a fight

• Go to bed

• Pack a bag

• Hit a pillow

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B