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What does "add fuel to the fire" mean?

Example: His rude comments just added fuel to the fire during the conversation. 

Definition: To make a bad situation worse.

100

What does "development" mean?

Example: The development of the new app took several months.

Development: the process of growth or improvement.

100

An example of a suffix is "ion" such as the word definition.

Name 2 words we can get from it.

Examples: Education, action, celebration, invention. 

200

What does "complexity" mean?

Example: the complexity of the math problem confused many students.

Definition: The state of being complicated.

200

What does "let the cat out of the hat" mean?

Example: she let the cat out of the bag about the surprise gift. 


Definition: To reveal a secret accidentally.

200

What does "possibility" mean?

Use it on a sentence! 

Definition: A chance that something may happen. 

Example: There is a possibility of rain tomorrow.

300

An example of a suffix is "ity" such as the word creativity.

Name 2 words we can get from it.

Possibility, responsibility, equality

300

What does "understandable" mean?

Example: Her frustration was understandable after the long delay. 

Understandable: easy to comprehend. 

300

Alex and Sam are colleagues working on a report together. Alex asked Sam to send him the final report by the end of the day. When Sam walked into the office later, Alex appeared agitated, pacing around and crossing his arms, but said nothing about the report. 

What could Sam infer about Alex’s feelings based on his body language?


Sam might infer that Alex is upset or impatient, even though Alex hasn’t said anything explicitly about the report.

400

What does "cost an arm and a leg" mean?

Example: This new phone cost me an arm and a leg.

Definition: Something very expensive.

400

Liam and Ethan are working together on a group assignment. During their brainstorming session, Liam notices Ethan is unusually quiet and keeps glancing at his phone. When Liam asks if everything is okay, Ethan gives a brief smile and says, “It’s nothing, just tired.” However, Liam senses there might be more to it. 

Why might Liam think something is bothering Ethan, even though Ethan says he's "just tired"?

Liam might think something is bothering Ethan because his behavior is not typical. Ethan’s quietness, constant glancing at his phone, and brief response ("just tired") suggest that something may be on his mind, even if he isn’t openly saying it.

400

What does "hit the sack" mean?

Example: I'm so tired, I think I’ll hit the sack early tonight.

Definition: To go to bed. 

500

What does "Hit the nail on the head" mean?

Example: When John said we needed more practice, he hit the nail on the head. 

Definition: To say or do something exactly right.

500

Liam and Noah are friends, and they usually hang out together after school. Recently, Noah has been canceling their plans, citing being too busy with homework or other commitments. Today, Liam invites Noah to go to the movies, but Noah hesitates, checking his phone before saying, "I don’t think I can make it tonight." Liam notices Noah seems uncomfortable but doesn't press the issue. 

1-Why might Noah hesitate before declining Liam's invitation to the movies?

2-Why might Noah be canceling plans with Liam more often recently?

1-Noah may hesitate because he is uncomfortable with the situation, possibly due to personal reasons he doesn’t want to share, or he feels guilty for canceling plans with Liam. 

2-Noah might be dealing with personal issues, such as school stress, problems with other friends, or feeling overwhelmed by other commitments.

500

Sophie and Mia are teammates on a project. Sophie notices Mia seems distracted during their meeting, avoiding eye contact and tapping her pen nervously. Sophie asks if anything is wrong, but Mia shakes her head and says, "I'm fine." Despite her words, Sophie feels something is off. 

Why might Mia say she’s fine even though her behavior suggests otherwise?

Mia might not feel comfortable sharing her feelings or may believe her concerns are not relevant to the meeting.

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