The classroom was as quiet as a mouse when the principal walked in. Everyone froze in their seats. Question: What does “as quiet as a mouse” mean?

After losing the game, Leo needed to let off steam. He went to the park to run and yell. What does “let off steam” mean?

The wind whispered secrets through the trees at night. Sarah listened closely to hear what it was saying. What does "the wind whispered secrets" mean?

The class got 100% on the last test. We earned a pizza party.

The sun stretched its arms over the hills, waking up the sleepy town. Birds started to sing happily. What does “the sun stretched its arms” mean?

When Leo asked for a new video game, his mom reminded him, “Money doesn’t grow on trees!” He realized he would need to save his allowance to buy it. What does “Money doesn’t grow on trees” mean?

I want to take a shower. I don't have any shampoo.

We packed sandwiches for the picnic. We brought cold lemonade too.

It was raining outside. The sun was still shining.

The bird built a nest in the tree. The wind blew it down.

Jamal loves swimming. He does not like diving.

The movie was very exciting. My younger sister covered her eyes.