Idioms
What does it mean if you do something half-heartedly?
Means you don't give your full attention to the task at hand
Spell
breather
Describe what a blister is/looks like
it's usually clear and is filled with pus, liquid
Name a bland food or drink.
rice, water, oatmeal, white bread, etc.
What does "artificial" mean?
Give three examples of people our hearts go out to.
Those that are homeless, abused, addicted, suffering mental illness, the unemployed, those who have lost a job, etc.
Besides the lungs and nose, name one other body part involved in the breathing process
alveoli, bronchi, diaphragm, ribs, larynx, trachea
What might cause a person to get goosebumps?
they get cold, watch something scary, get surprising news, etc.
What word that begins with "a" can be used to describe a pleasant smell?
aroma
Does an artery move blood to or away from your heart?
What does it mean when someone says that something "makes their skin crawl"?
means they are grossed out, disgusted by it
What does "obstructive" mean
causes a blockage of some kind
rash
What does "sight unseen" mean?
You purchase something without seeing it in person first.
What's a more common way to say hypertension?
High blood pressure
In what situation might someone use the expression, "touch and go"?
Said about a hospital patient or someone who is very sick and may die
Name a place that has poor ventilation
cave, elevator, closet, etc.
Name three reasons why a person may get hives.
touched a poisonous substance such as poison ivy, ingested medication, allergic reaction to chemicals,
food, etc.
Name 2 touchy subject matters.
divorce, politics, religion, income, etc.
On what part of your body is your "shin"?
front part of your bottom leg
What does "eat your heart out" mean?
This is used when you are trying to make someone jealous for one reason or another.
What is "phlegm"
the thick substance produced in the throat and nose
What is the deadliest form of skin cancer called?
melanoma
What does it mean "to eavesdrop"?
To intentionally listen in on another person's conversation without them knowing about it.
Name a food that has a long shelf life
honey, some canned food, dried fruit, etc.