Idiom
What does the idiom "kick the bucket" mean?
To die
What is an adage?
A traditional saying that expresses a common observation or truth about human nature.
What is a proverb?
A short well-known saying that gives a life lesson
What is a metaphor?
A figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two things without using "like" or "as."
What is a simile?
A figure of speech comparing two different things using "like" or "as"
If someone says they are "barking up the wrong tree," what are they implying?
They are mistaken or looking in the wrong place for the answer.
What does the adage "a penny saved is a penny earned" mean?
Saving money is just as important as earning it
What does the proverb "actions speak louder than words" mean?
What you do is more important than what you say
Create a metaphor to describe a person that is strong.
He is a rock
Create a simile for saying someone is very fast.
"As fast as a cheetah."
Explain the meaning of "piece of cake."
Something very easy
Give an example of an adage related to hard work.
"Hard work pays off"
"There are no short cuts to any place worth going"
What does the proverb "don't count your chickens before they hatch" warn against?
Don't assume something will happen before it actually does
What does it mean if someone says "time is a thief"?
Time steals moments from our lives
What does the simile "busy as a bee" mean?
Very busy or very active
What does it mean to "hit the nail on the head?"
To be exactly correct
What does the adage "the early bird catches the worm" suggest?
Those who start early will have an advantage
Explain the proverb "when in Rome, do as the Romans do."
Adapt to the customs of the place you are in
Explain the metaphor "the classroom was a zoo."
The classroom was chaotic and noisy
Provide an example of a simile that describes nighttime.
"As dark as coal"
If someone is "under the weather," how are they feeling?
They are feeling sick or ill
Explain the adage "you can't teach an old dog new tricks."
It is difficult to change someone's established habits
What is the meaning of the proverb "all that glitters is not gold"?
Not everything that looks good on the outside is as good as it seems
What does the metaphor "her heart is a cold iron" suggest?
She is emotionally distant or unfeeling
Explain the simile "Her smile was like sunshine on a cloudy day."
Her smile was bright and cheerful