Games
Idioms
What's the Difference
Similarities- how things are the same
Name that Category
100

This category comparison game makes funny combinations. I want to be the judge this turn. 

What is Apples-to-Apples?

100

Flu season is usually in the winter. It's the time of year when many people feel "under the weather". Explain what "under the weather" means. 

What is to feel sick?

100

Shoes and socks both cover my feet. The main difference between them is......

Socks go first on my feet. Shoes protect my feet from the ground and keep them dry. 

100

aquarium- lake

Both are made of water. 

A lake is a large body of water in nature. 

An aquarium is a container that hold water for fish to live in it. 

100

Wheat, Rye, Sourdough

What are types of bread?

200

I hope I know the answers during our class version of this famous TV quiz show. I want to get 500 points for my team. 

What is Jeopardy?

200

My friend just told me he saw Russell Wilson walking down the hall. I think he's "pulling my leg" even though it's not April 1st. Explain what "pulling my leg" means. 

What is to be joking around or kidding? People often play joke on April 1st for April Fool's Day. 

200

I see apple trees in both my garden and my neighbor's orchard. Explain the difference between a garden and an orchard. 

A garden contains many types of fruits, vegetables, and flowers. 

An orchard is planted with 1 type of fruit or nut tree for the purpose of farming. 

Bonus: (300 points) Name 3 fruits grown in Washington state orchards. 

200

leopard-giraffe

Both animals have spots. Each animal's spots are different from another's. Like human finger prints. 

200

Hawaiian, Pepperoni, Veggie, Meat Lovers

What are types of pizza?

300

I love watching this fall game on TV. I wish the Seahawks would get back to the Super Bowl. 

What is football?

300

I'm glad the students could "keep their heads' during the fire drill. It would be chaos if everyone panicked when they heard the alarm. Explain what "keep their heads" means.

What is to remain calm in a stressful situation?

300

A blender and a spoon both stir things. Explain how they are different. 

A spoon is a tool that you hold in your hand to mix ingredients or stir liquids. 

A blender is an appliance that runs on electricity to mix ingredients together. 

300

King- President

Both are leaders of their countries.
Kings are born to royal families. 

Presidents are elected by the people. 

300

Lotion, soap, sunscreen, a bandage

What are things you put on your skin?

400

I like playing this card matching game. If I don't have the card you ask me for, I'll just say "Find a swimming animal". 

What is "Go Fish"

400

My office is so small I don't have any "elbow room" to spread out my work. Explain what "elbow room" means.

What is to have enough space to complete your task? 

400

Both a clock and watch tell time. Explain how they are different. 

A watch is a small clock worn on your wrist. 

A clock hangs on the wall or sits on the counter. 

400

Parrot- Rainbow

Both are colorful. 

A rainbow contains 7 colors. Parrots can be 3-5 colors. 

Bonus (300 points): Name the 7 colors of the rainbow. 

400

Rainier, St. Helens, Hood, Baker, Rushmore, Shasta

What are mountains? 

500

I made six 3-point shots because I ran faster down the court than the other team. What game are we playing?

What is Basketball?

500

It's my first day on a new job so I have "butterflies in my stomach". Explain what "butterflies in my stomach" means.

What is to be nervous when doing something new?

500

Sunrise and sunset are two very different times of day. Explain the difference. 

Sunrise- when the day begins and it gets light. 

Sunset- when the day ends and it gets dark outside. 

500

helmet-seatbelt

Both protect you if you crash. 

A helmet is worn on your head while riding a bike or skateboarding. 

A seatbelt is used in a car or carnival ride. 

500

Rocky Road, Pralines and Cream, Jamocha Almond Fudge, Peppermint, Vanilla, Cookies and Cream, Chocolate

What are ice cream flavors?