Questions and Answers with Explanations

  1. What does "break a leg" mean? a) To have an accident

    b) To wish someone good luck

    c) To dance energetically

    d) To literally break a leg

  2. If someone "hits the books," what are they doing? a) Throwing books

    b) Studying hard

    c) Reading leisurely

    d) Writing a book

  3. What does "jump on the bandwagon" mean? a) To start a new trend

    b) To join others in doing something that is currently popular

    c) To drive a vehicle

    d) To play in a band

  4. If someone is "in hot water," they are: a) Taking a bath

    b) In trouble

    c) Cooking

    d) Relaxing

  5. What does "sit on the fence" mean? a) To be undecided

    b) To take a break

    c) To make a decision

    d) To watch from a distance

  6. If someone "knocks your socks off," they: a) Surprise or impress you greatly

    b) Annoy you

    c) Make you angry

    d) Give you a gift

  7. What does "go out on a limb" mean? a) To climb a tree

    b) To take a risk

    c) To help someone

    d) To exercise

  8. If someone "has a chip on their shoulder," they: a) Are carrying something heavy

    b) Are looking for a fight

    c) Are very happy

    d) Are well-dressed

  9. What does "under the gun" mean? a) In a dangerous situation

    b) Under pressure

    c) Ready to fight

    d) Having a weapon

  10. If you "bend over backwards," you: a) Do gymnastics

    b) Try very hard to help or please someone

    c) Hurt your back

    d) Avoid a situation