What is an idiom?

Understanding Common Idioms and Expressions

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A literal expression
A group of words with a different meaning
A single word with multiple meanings
A phrase that is always true
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What does it mean to give someone the 'green light'?
To give them permission
To caution them
To ignore them
To stop them from proceeding
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is a 'gray area'?
A clearly defined rule
A situation with unclear rules
A financial term
A type of office space
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does it mean if a company is 'in the red'?
It is profitable
It has no debts
It is expanding
It has negative finances
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is 'red tape' associated with?
Bureaucratic obstacles
Creative freedom
Financial success
Technological advancements
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does 'roll out the red carpet' mean?
To criticize someone
To welcome someone with great effort
To make minimal effort
To ignore someone
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a 'golden opportunity'?
A chance to relax
A chance to do something ordinary
A chance to do something spectacular
A chance to avoid responsibility
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