Exploring Idioms for Kids

What does the idiom 'cost an arm and a leg' imply?

• It is dangerous

• It requires physical effort

• It is very cheap

• It is very expensive

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

Which idiom means something is very costly?

• Hit the books

• Cost an arm and a leg

• Break a leg

• Let the cat out of the bag

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What is the figurative meaning of 'break a leg'?

• To cause injury

• To start a journey

• To perform poorly

• To wish good luck

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

What is the correct interpretation of 'break a leg' in a performance context?

• To end a performance

• To forget lines

• To trip on stage

• To wish success

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does 'let the cat out of the bag' mean?

• To pack belongings

• To reveal a secret

• To adopt a pet

• To make a mistake

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

If someone 'lets the cat out of the bag', what have they done?

• Disclosed a secret

• Lost a pet

• Made a blunder

• Found something lost

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does the idiom 'raining cats and dogs' describe?

• Light rain

• A noisy environment

• A chaotic situation

• Heavy rainfall

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CCSS.L.4.5B

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What weather condition does 'raining cats and dogs' refer to?

• Stormy with thunder

• Mild drizzle

• Heavy rain

• Sunny and clear

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What does 'hit the books' suggest someone should do?

• Organize their library

• Begin studying

• Write a book

• Purchase textbooks

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

What action does the phrase 'hit the books' encourage?

• To clean old books

• To study diligently

• To sell used books

• To recycle paper

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B