This lesson explains the meaning of idioms, focusing on 'on the fence' and 'two peas in a pod'. 'On the fence' means being undecided, while 'two peas in a pod' refers to people who are very similar and close. The lesson uses examples and a cartoon to illustrate these idioms.

What is an idiom?

• A literal phrase

• A phrase with a hidden meaning

• A type of poem

• A scientific term

What does the idiom 'on the fence' mean?

• Building a fence

• Sitting on a fence

• Climbing a fence

• Being undecided

What does the idiom 'two peas in a pod' imply?

• Being very different

• Being very similar and close

• Being in a garden

• Being in a pod

In the comic strip, what activity do Eileen and Paula do together?

• Reading books

• Playing soccer

• Painting

• Shopping

What do Eileen and Paula have in common during lunch in the comic strip?

• They both have hamburgers and orange juice

• They both have different hairstyles

• They both have different drinks

• They both have different meals