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“The crowd went wild as if the entire nation had exploded with joy!” What does this hyperbole mean?

Exaggerates the fans’ excitement to emphasize how happy everyone was.

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What are two meanings for STICK?

Hockey meaning: The hockey stick used to handle the puck. Other meaning: To remain in place or attach (“stick together as a team”).

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The U.S. hockey team’s triumph over Canada in overtime inspired fans across the country and ended a 46‑year wait for Olympic gold. What does Triumph mean?

A great success or victory; the team winning the game.

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lifesaver

Give 10 points!

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gift

Win 25 points!

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fairy

Take points!

lifesaver

Give 20 points!

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"It sure would be nice if someone passed me the puck so we could score another goal." Is this person being direct or indirect?

“Pass me the puck,” the speaker hints politely at what they want.

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monster

Reset all scores!

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rocket

Go to first place!

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gift

Win 25 points!

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thief

Give points!

“The goalie was a wall, blocking every shot that came his way.” What does this metaphor mean?

Compares the goalie to a wall, meaning he was very strong and hard to beat.

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"Oh great, another penalty—just what we needed to make this game easier!" what is this an example of?

Explanation: The speaker doesn’t literally mean the penalty is “great”; they are using sarcasm to show frustration or annoyance. Why it’s sarcastic: The words

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Although Canada was dominant in shots for much of the match, the United States executed clutch plays when it mattered most. What does DOMINANT mean?

Having power, control, or superiority over others.

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Despite intense pressure from a dominant Canadian squad, the American players remained resilient and scored the game‑winning goal in overtime. What does RESILIENT mean?

Able to recover quickly from challenges or stay strong under pressure.

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What are two meanings for SHOOT?

oot Hockey meaning: To take a shot at the puck towards the goal. Other meaning: To fire or aim something (e.g., “shoot a photo or video”).

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“The team left it all on the ice, giving their maximum effort until the final buzzer.” What does this idiom mean?

Means the players worked as hard as they could; not literally leaving anything on the ice.

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banana

Go to last place!

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shark

Other team loses 10 points!

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fairy

Take points!

thief

Give points!

What are two meanings for GOAL?

Hockey meaning: The puck going into the net for points. Other meaning: Something you aim to achieve (e.g., “winning gold was their biggest goal”). (Same word,

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What are two meanings for FACE?

Hockey meaning: Face‑off — when play begins or restarts. Other meaning: The front part of a person’s head.

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The gold medal game was highly anticipated because it featured a long‑standing rivalry between the U.S. and Canada. What does ANTICIPATED mean?

Expected or looked forward to with excitement

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