Share LI LS Fall 2025 Midterm Exam Review - Idioms
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What does “to turn over a new leaf” mean?
To begin something again; to change to be better
Name a situation where you could say “out with the old and in with the new.”
(Example answer: Throwing out old clothes and buying new ones.)
What does “back to square one” mean?
To start something over because the previous attempt failed
Give an example of building or creating something from the ground up.
(Example answer: Starting a new business from scratch.)
What does “all along” mean?
From the beginning or the whole time
Name an object or place that could be described as having “seen better days.”
(Example answer: An old, rusty bicycle.)
What does “stands the test of time” mean?
Continues to work well for a long time
Share an example of a time you could take a trip down memory lane.
(Example answer: Looking at old family photos.)
What does “long time, no see” mean?
It has been a long time since you last saw someone.
What does “once upon a time” mean?
Something happened a long time ago.
Give an example of something you’ve heard about that was before your time.
(Example answer: The Beatles were popular before my time.)
What does “it’s all Greek to me” mean?
I don’t understand what that means.
Give an example of when someone might say “pardon my French.”
(Example answer: After accidentally swearing in front of a teacher.)
What does “when in Rome, do as the Romans do” mean?
When you’re in a new place, follow the examples of the people around you.
What does “New York minute” mean?
A very short time
Give an example of a time you learned you couldn’t judge a book by its cover.
(Example answer: A shy person turned out to be a talented singer.)
