Idioms
Idiom: "Feeling under the weather."
Example Sentence:
"With the freezing temperatures outside, Sarah felt under the weather and stayed home from school today."
(Answer: Feeling sick or unwell, often due to cold weather.)
"Snow is to cold as rain is to ______."
(Answer: Wet.)
What is a synonym for cold? (THREE)
Answer: Chilly, freezing, or frosty.
"On this day, people decorate evergreen trees, hang stockings, and exchange gifts."
What is it?
(Answer: Christmas.)
"This treat is often toasted over a fire, and it’s gooey and sweet when melted."
What is it?
(Answer: Marshmallow.)Answer: Gingerbread cookie.
"When the family arrived for the party, they brought so much food it was like Christmas came early!"
What does "Christmas came early" mean?
Answer: A pleasant surprise or something exciting happened.
"Fireplace is to warmth as snow is to ______."
(Answer: Cold.)
What is an antonym for dark? (TWO)
Answer: Bright or light.
"People celebrate this holiday by lighting a menorah for eight nights and eating foods like latkes."
What is it?
(Answer: Hanukkah.)
"This decoration is made of paper, often cut into six or eight sides, and hung in windows to look like it fell from the sky." What is it?
(Answer: Paper snowflake.)"This treat is shaped like a cane, has red and white stripes, and tastes minty."
What is it?
Idiom: "Snowed under."
Example Sentence:
"With all the holiday preparations, I feel snowed under at work and barely have time to finish my tasks."
(Answer: Being overwhelmed with work or tasks.)
"Gloves are to hands as boots are to ______."
(Answer: Feet.)
What is a synonym for cozy? (TWO)
Answer: Warm, snug, or comfortable.
"People count down to midnight and celebrate with fireworks, confetti, and resolutions."
What is it?
(Answer: New Year’s Eve.)
"This decoration is used to build a figure outside, often with a carrot for a nose and buttons for eyes."
What is it?
(Answer: Snowman.)
Idiom: "Cold shoulder."
Example Sentence:
"After not inviting her to the party, Lisa felt like everyone was giving her the cold shoulder."
(Answer: To ignore someone or be unwelcoming.)
"Hot chocolate is to winter as lemonade is to ______."
(Answer: Summer.)
What is a synonym for 'blizzard'?
(Answer: Snowstorm.)
"This isn’t a holiday, but kids cheer when it happens because they don’t have to go to school. It usually happens after heavy snowfall." What is it?
(Answer: Snow day.)
"This crispy treat is shaped like a man, has a spicy flavor, and is often decorated with icing and candy."
What is it?
(Answer: Gingerbread cookie.)
Idiom: "Chill out."
Example Sentence:
"After a long day of sledding, Tim just wanted to chill out by the fire with a cup of hot cocoa."
(Answer: To relax or calm down.)
"Skating is to ice as skiing is to ______."
(Answer: Snow.)
What is a synonym for generous? (TWO)
Answer: Giving, kind, or unselfish.
"Families celebrate African heritage during this holiday by lighting candles on a kinara and reflecting on seven principles."
What is it?
(Answer: Kwanzaa.)
"This drink is warm, creamy, and spiced. It’s often topped with nutmeg and sometimes whipped cream."
What is it?
(Answer: Eggnog.)