"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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The victory will be remembered as an iconic moment in U.S. sports history, similar in significance to the “Miracle on Ice.” What does ICONIC mean?
Very famous and widely recognized; a symbol of something important.
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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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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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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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seesaw
Swap points!
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Take points!
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gift
Win 5 points!
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lifesaver
Give 20 points!
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monster
Reset all scores!
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seesaw
Swap points!
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rocket
Go to first place!
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thief
Give points!
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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 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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“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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"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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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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“The U.S. hockey team skated across the ice like lightning, striking fear into the opposing team.” What does this simile mean?
compares the team’s speed to lightning to show how fast they moved.
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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.
