Identifying the Meaning of Idioms Within Context

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"Well, I forgot my homework. I guess it's time to tell my teacher and face the music." What does face the music mean?

To accept unpleasant consequences.

Dad had a hard time figuring out how to use his new phone. "You can't teach an old dog new tricks." He said after unsuccessfully trying to change his ring tone for 30 minutes. What does can't teach an old dog new tricks mean?

A person who is old or is used to doing things in a certain way cannot learn or does not want to learn a new way.

Jamie wants to sign up for basketball, chess club, speech team, and the school newspaper. Her mother said, "Make sure you don't bite off more than you can chew!" What does don't bite off more than you can chew mean?

To take on more work or a bigger task than one can handle.

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