Metaphors
Interpret the following metaphor: “I'm feeling blue.”
The person is feeling very sad
What two things are being compared here: “Dan is as brave as a lion.”
Dan & a lion
Interpret the following idiom: “A dime a dozen.”
Something very common.
Interpret the following metaphor: “She lives in a bubble.”
She is oblivious to what is going on around her in the outside world. Very sheltered.
What two things are being compared here: “The dress fits like a glove.”
The dress & a glove
Interpret the following idiom: “Don’t beat around the bush.”
Don’t avoid saying what you mean, usually because it is uncomfortable
Interpret the following metaphor: “Our family is a patchwork quilt.”
Every member of the family is unique and different in their own special way.
What two things are being compared here: “Your explanation is as clear as glass.”
The explanation & glass
Interpret the following idiom: “Break a leg!”
Good luck!
Interpret the following metaphor: “She's going through a roller coaster of emotions.”
She's going through many different moods.
What two things are being compared here: “Alex is as thin as a rake.”
Alex & a rake
Interpret the following idiom: “This is a blessing in disguise.”
This is a good thing that seemed bad at first.
Interpret the following metaphor: “His words cut deeper than a knife.”
His words hurt the person's feelings.
What two things are being compared here: “The house is as clean as a whistle.”
The clean house & a whistle
Interpret the following idiom: “It's time to hit the sack.”
It's time to go to bed.