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  • Why do some set expressions not follow formal grammar rules?
    They developed over time with unique rules
  • How do set expressions make language more interesting?
    They make speech more colorful and expressive
  • What does break a leg mean?
    Wishing a good luck
  • Why do some English expressions come from history or books?
    Many come from literature, religion and history
  • Do different countries have different set expressions?
    Yes
  • Can you give an example of a common set expression
    Any set expression
  • How can learning set expressions help in daily conversation?
    They make speech more natural and fluent
  • Do British and American English always use the same expressions?
    No, some expressions differ
  • Can you think of the set expression in your language that is hard to translate into English?
    Any answer
  • What is a short way to describe a set expression that does not mean what the word say?
    Idiom
  • Why can’t we always translate set expressions word for word?
    Their meaning often figurative not literal
  • What is a set expression?
    A fixed phrase with a special meaning
  • Why do some expressions sound old fashioned but are still used today?
    They remain popular despite being old
  • Can set expressions be used in formal writing? Why? Why not?
    Some can but idioms are often informal
  • What happens if you change one word in set expression?
    It may loose meaning or sound strange
  • Is take a nap is set expression? If so why?
    Yes, because take does not mean grab here
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