This computer is useless! Even though it is brand new, it never turns on.
Useless = Worthless
Sarah is really hilarious, and can make anyone giggle
Hilarious = funny, comical
Giggle = Laugh
We are planning a surprise birthday party for Mom, so don't let the cat out of the bag!
to tell a secret
He told me he saw a flying elephant, but I knew he was just pulling my leg.
to tease or joke with someone, often by trying to convince them of something that is not true.
What river was important to the ancient Egyptians?
The Nile River was important because it provided water for farming and growing crops.
In The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023), who is Mario's brother?
Luigi
It is really reckless to not wear your seatbelt in the car!
reckless = dangerous
My teacher was furious, with our class for failing the test
furious - upset, angry, mad
He got off on the wrong foot with her when he accidentally made a rude joke during their first meeting.
made a poor impression
He lost his entire science project, so now he is back to square one.
Starting over on a project
Why were pyramids built in ancient Egypt?
Pyramids were built as tombs for pharaohs and to protect their treasures.
Who does Sonic the Hedgehog fight in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2024)?
Shadow The Hedgehog
Albert Einstein invented many things, he was very smart
smart = intelligent
The old building was vacant, no one lived there anymore.
vacant = empty
That toy cost an arm and a leg because it was a limited edition.
to be very expensive
She always toots her own horn whenever she gets a high score on a test.
To brag
Why did explorers travel across the ocean?
They wanted to discover new places and trade routes.
Name two horror movies that came out in 2026.
Obession and Backrooms
That movie was so funny, I laughed at every joke
funny = hilarious, comical
In Scotland, there is a fable about a lake monster called the Loch Ness Monster.
Fable = myth
She got up on the wrong side of the bed this morning and was grumpy all day.
to wake up in a bad mood
Before her big performance, her friends told her to break a leg!
Good luck!
What happens when water gets very cold?
Water freezes and turns into ice.
What is the most famous quote from A Minecraft Movie (2025)?
Chicken Jockey!
It's not nice to ridcule him for wearing braces
ridicule = mock
I recieved many praises on my new haircut today!
praises = compliments
She is between a rock and a hard place because she must choose between helping her friend and studying for an important exam.
to have 2 choices and neither option is pleasant.
He was feeling under the weather, so he stayed home and rested.
feeling sick
What star gives Earth light and warmth?
The Sun gives Earth light and warmth.
Who is Tony Stark?
Iron Man
My teacher was angry because I was tardy to first period
tardy = late
Sarah is really clumsy. She always trips when she walks in the hallway.
clumsy = uncoordinated
He has a skeleton in his closet that he doesn't want anyone to discover.
A past experience that a person does not want others to know about
She put her foot in her mouth when she accidentally criticized her teacher's dress.
when person says something they now regret
What do plants need to grow?
Plants need water, air, and sunlight.
Who is Bruce Wayne
Batman?