What does "break the ice" mean?
Example: Jack told a funny joke to break the ice and make everyone feel more comfortable.
Break the ice: to start a conversation.
What does "piece of cake" mean?
Example: the math test was a piece of cake.
Piece of cake: something that is very easy to do.
Liam and Eve are team members working on a project. Liam forgets to do his part and leaves Eve to finish it alone.
Was Liam's behavior appropriate?
What would you do in this situation?
Perfect!
Emily notices her friend Sarah hasn’t been participating in class discussions. Emily approaches Sarah after class and says, “I’ve seen you’ve been quieter than usual. Is everything okay?
Is this an appropriate comment?
What would you tell your friend?
Perfect!
What does "under the weather" mean?
Example: Travis Scott couldn’t come to school today because he felt under the weather.
Under the weather: feeling sick or unwell.
What does "time is money" mean?
Example: you shouldn't waste time because time is money.
Time is money = time is valuable/important
Oliver and Sophie are at a party. Sophie is shy and doesn’t know many people. Oliver introduces Sophie to some of his friends and encourages her to join the conversation.
Was Oliver's behavior appropriate?
Awesome!
Alex's teacher tells him, "You have to work on your writing skills for your coming STAR test." Alex tells his teacher,"I don't care about the STAR test. I don't want to do it."
Was that appropriate?
What should Alex not say?
Great!
What does "spill the beans" mean?
Example: By mistake, Julian spilled the beans about the surprise party.
Spill the beans: to reveal secret information.
Daniel and Ryan are best friends. Ryan looked at Daniel and told him that he looked tired and does not seem okay.
Is this an appropriate comment?
What would you tell your friend?
Excellent!