Grammar
Idiomatic Expressions
Vocabulary
Express yourself!
100

Complete this sentence using the correct form of  the verb in parenthesis ()

I enjoy ____________ in the rain. (sing)  

I enjoy singing in the rain. (gerund) 

100

If someone is "on the fence" about something it means....

They are undecided. 

100

Use the word "hangry" in a sentence. 

Example: I get hangry if I don't eat right away when I get hungry. Hangry = hungry + angry

100

I'm afraid = 

I'm sorry

200

Complete the sentence using the correct form of the verb in parenthesis ( ) 

She decided _____________ (go) to the beach because it was a beautiful day. 

We use an infinitive to + verb after the verb decide


She decided to go to the beach because it was a beautiful day. 

200
Use the expression: eye to eye in a sentence. 

I'm glad we see eye to eye on the subject. 

I'm afraid we don't see eye to eye about school uniforms. 

200

What is the feeling that describes someone who is not interested in or cares about anything? 

Apathy

200

Express your opinion about buses and subways in New York City. 

In my opinion...

I think the ___ is better because......

300

Complete this sentence using the correct form of the verb in parenthesis ( ) 

We could __________ in Central Park and have a picnic. 

We use the base form of a verb - to after modal verbs 

We could meet in Central Park and have a picnic. 

300

Use "split hairs" in a sentence. 

I don't want to split hairs, but you owe me $22.00 not $20. 

Meaning: Focus or concern on small or petty details

300

Definition: working in a very careful and organized way 

What is the word? 

methodical

300

List 3 phrases to express disagreement 

I totally disagree

I see your point of view but

You're completely wrong! 

I disagree 

400

Say a sentence using a phrasal verb. 

A phrasal verb is a verb + preposition that changes the meaning of the verb.

Examples: I'm never going to give up on you.  I won't let you down. 

400

What is the idiomatic expression used to say: 

Helping someone with something by explaining every step of the process

Hold someone's hand

400

Teenagers may be described as torpid.  What does torpid mean? 

 having or showing very little energy or movement : not active

400

List 3 different ways to thank someone for a gift, without using the word "Thank." 

You shouldn't have!

You're so sweet. 

I really appreciate it. 

You're so kind. 

500

Describe the difference in meaning between these two sentences. 

I'm going to the beach this weekend. 

I'll go to the beach this weekend. 

going to = plan

will = intention, spontaneous decision

500

What idiomatic expression do we use to ask someone to give us something that is out of reach? 

Hand me the ...., please. 

500

Define: Portmanteau 

a word blending the sounds and combining the meanings of two others, for example motel (from ‘motor’ and ‘hotel’) or brunch (from ‘breakfast’ and ‘lunch’):


500

List 3 ways to respond to "Thank you!"

You're welcome.

I'm glad you like it. 

You deserve it. 

Enjoy!