
Southern Sayings and Their Meanings

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which Southern saying describes someone who is extremely busy?
Happier than a man sitting on a pile of feathers
Don't let the door hit you where the good Lord split you
As busy as a longtail cat in a room full of rocking chairs
As useless as socks on a rooster
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the Southern expression for someone who is not very useful?
As busy as a longtail cat in a room full of rocking chairs
Happier than a man sitting on a pile of feathers
As useless as socks on a rooster
Sweating like a wh in church
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the saying 'if you don't have biscuits, cornbread will do' imply?
Always choose the best option
Make do with what you have
Never settle for less
Cornbread is better than biscuits
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which expression suggests turning a bad situation into a good one?
Don't let the door hit you where the good Lord split you
As busy as a longtail cat in a room full of rocking chairs
Happier than a pig in mud
Turning chicken tur into chicken salad
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the expression 'happier than a pig in mud' mean?
Feeling out of place
Being very content and happy
Being very nervous
Feeling extremely busy
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the meaning of the phrase 'let the good times roll' in Southern culture?
To be cautious and careful
To work hard and stay busy
To enjoy life and have fun
To avoid difficult situations
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