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ANTONYMS
Draw a line to match each boldface word with its antonym (word that means the
opposite). If you need help, check a dictionary.
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1. heinous a. nadir
2. cajole b. berate
3. acme c. firm
4. precarious d. holy
EVERYDAY IDIOMS
All languages have certain expressions, or idioms, that cannot be understood literally.
English has many thousands of idiomatic expressions. That’s why understanding
common idioms is an important part of vocabulary development.
Write a letter to match each idiom on the left with its meaning on the right.
1. _____ to bark up the a. improve what doesn’t
wrong tree need improvement
2. _____ to walk a tightrope b. have many responsibilities
3. _____ to gild the lily c. proceed very cautiously
4. _____ to wear more d. ask the wrong person;
than one hat make the wrong choice
IDIOMS IN CONTEXT
Circle a letter to show the meaning of each boldface idiom. Hint: Use context clues for help.
1. When we eat at an expensive restaurant, my friends and I always
go Dutch.
a. use our b. take turns c. split the
charge cards paying check equally
2. Bob’s goose was cooked the day he insulted the boss.
a. prospects b. future was c. poultry was
were ruined enhanced roasted
3. Tricia isn’t happy unless she’s in the limelight.
a. the center b. in a good c. with close
of attention mood friends