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IDIOMS
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100

You can use me to move across water with paddles. What am I?

Rowboat

100

The art teacher enjoyed painting with bright, vibrant colors in his spare time.


What does vibrant mean? 

a. Unusual

b. Bright

c. Unique

d. Dull

Bright

100

Explain the meaning of the idiom.

I accidentally spilled the beans about my friend's surprise party.

To tell a secret

100

Joey has a doctor appointment after school today. He does not like going to the doctor. Whenever he does, the doctor says he needs to get a shot. However, when the doctor enereds the room today, he tells Joey that he does not need any shots. Joey feels relieved.

What is the main idea of the story?

(Joey does not like going to the doctor because he does not like shots.)

100

Your teacher gives a correction in class, and you immediately think, "I'm terrible at this."

What is one positive-self talk statement you could say to yourself instead?

a. I always mess everything up

b. Mistakes help me learn and improve

b. Mistakes help me learn and improve

200

I hop, have long ears, and love carrots. What am I?

Rabbit

200

I suspected that there was a rift between Brian and Sam since they were no longer walking together to the park,


What does rift mean? 

a. A break in friendship

b. Large gathering for a party.

c. A way to explain oneself

d. A special bond

a. A break in friendship

200

Explain the meaning of the idiom.

My brother and I are not seeing eye to eye.

We do not agree

200

David is feeling a bit nervous. He has a huge English test tomorrow. The test is going to on verbs. He has been studying for the past three days. His mom has been giving him practice questions every nigh after dinner. David hopes that he gets an A on the test.


What is the main idea of the story?

What are some details?

The main idea is David is nervous about his huge english test tomorrow.

(Details: open response)

200

A friend walks past you in the hallway without saying hello.

What is the best way to think about the situation?

a. They might have been distracted or in a hurry

b. They definitely do not like me anymore.

a. They might have been distracted or in a hurry

300

I am worn on your wrist as a piece of jewelry

Bracelet

300

The man ate a health diet of fruits, vegetables, indulged in a cookie from the bakery.


What does indulged mean? 

a. A type of bakery

b. Avoiding unhealthy foods

c. Allow oneself to enjoy a particular pleasure

d. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle

c. Allow oneself to enjoy a particular pleasure

300

Explain the simile


The movie is as exciting as watching grass grow.

The movie was boring

300

Summarize this story:

David is feeling a bit nervous. He has a huge English test tomorrow. The test is going to on verbs. He has been studying for the past three days. His mom has been giving him practice questions every nigh after dinner. David hopes that he gets an A on the test.

(Remember: Somebody, wanted, but, so, then)

(Somebody: David, Wanted: to pass his test, But: He was nervous, So: His dad gave him practice questions, Then: David hopes to get an A on the test)

300

You are confused about an assignment but feel embarrassed to ask for help. What is the best to say?

a. Can you explain the directions one more time

b. Never mind, I just won't do it.

a. Can you explain the directions one more time

400

What shines in the sky at night, not the moon.

Stars

400

The teenager who fell off of her skateboard grimaced. When she tried to stand up, she realized that her knee was bleeding.

What does grimaced mean?

a. A type of injury

b. A facial expression showing happiness

c. A facial expression showing disgust or pain

d. A type of medicine

c. A facial expression showing disgust or pain

400

Explain the simile.

The long line went by as quick as lightning.

The long line moved quickly

400

Joey has a doctor appointment after school today. He does not like going to the doctor. Whenever he does, the doctor says he needs to get a shot. However, when the doctor enereds the room today, he tells Joey that he does not need any shots. Joey feels relieved.

Summarize the story(Somebody, Wanted, But, So, Then)

(Somebody: Joey, Wanted: Did not want to go to the doctor to take a shot But: He was nervous, So: The doctor told him he did not need a shot, Then: Joey was relieved)

400

You worked really hard on a project, but your grade was lower than expected. Which response shows a growth mindset?

a. I can ask what I can improve for next time

b. I should stop trying because i'm bad at this

a. I can ask what I can improve for next time

500

What do you call the season with snow and cold weather?

Winter

500

The shop owner became wary of customers because of how often his store had been robbed.


What does wary mean?

a. A type of store

b. An illegal act of robbery

c. A feeling or showing caution about possible problems

d. A dream

c. A feeling or showing caution about possible problems

500

Is it a simile or metaphor?


You are a silly goose!

Metaphor

500

What is the main idea?

Percy is the Richardson's family dog. He is a friendly is a friendly pet. He sleeps most of the day. Percy likes to play with with his ball. He loves to cuddle in peoples lap. He loves when someone scratches behind his ears.


What is the main idea?

What are some details from the story?

The main idea is that Percy is the Richardson family's dog and is friendly.

(details: open response)

500

During group work, another student interrupts you while you are speaking. What is the calmest and most appropriate response?

a. Can I finish my thought first, please?

b. You never let anyone talk!

a. Can I finish my thought first, please?

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