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Problem Solving

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What idea is usually expressed by Be in a fix?

  • naturally suited for a particular role or work
  • to be in a difficult situation
  • to mean or suggest indirectly
  • at the proper time, not immediately
Correct answer(s):
  • to be in a difficult situation

Which meaning correctly matches A hot potato?

  • to boast about one’s own achievements
  • a difficult or controversial issue
  • to face a difficulty or opposition
  • to belong or be accepted in a group
Correct answer(s):
  • a difficult or controversial issue

Which option has the same meaning as A leopard cannot change its spots?

  • a person cannot easily change their true character
  • to have something as the main point or result
  • to think of or produce an idea
  • temporarily
Correct answer(s):
  • a person cannot easily change their true character

In English usage, what is meant by A shot in the dark?

  • to start suddenly
  • a guess made with little information
  • naturally suited for a particular role or work
  • to make progress or become successful
Correct answer(s):
  • a guess made with little information

Which simple meaning fits A question of time?

  • something expected to happen sooner or later
  • a math question only
  • something very unlikely
  • a question without an answer
Correct answer(s):
  • something expected to happen sooner or later

Which meaning would a teacher expect for A side issue?

  • a minor point that is not the main matter
  • the main problem
  • a serious accident
  • a clear answer
Correct answer(s):
  • a minor point that is not the main matter

Which option explains In the spotlight?

  • standing in a dark corner
  • missing from the group
  • working in secret
  • getting a lot of attention
Correct answer(s):
  • getting a lot of attention

Which meaning is correct for Give it a shot?

  • to refuse to try
  • to take a photograph
  • to make a loud noise
  • to try something
Correct answer(s):
  • to try something

A Grade 6 student reads Be in trouble. What does it mean?

  • to have a problem or face punishment
  • to be very lucky
  • to be asleep
Correct answer(s):
  • to have a problem or face punishment

In Grade 6 English, what does A fish out of water mean?

  • a strong swimmer
  • someone who feels uncomfortable in a new place
  • a fish in a pond
Correct answer(s):
  • someone who feels uncomfortable in a new place

What does the expression Around the corner usually mean?

  • inside a box
  • far in the past
  • coming soon or nearby
Correct answer(s):
  • coming soon or nearby

Which choice gives the best meaning of Cut corners?

  • to draw a square carefully
  • to do something in an easy but careless way
  • to share food fairly
Correct answer(s):
  • to do something in an easy but careless way

A student reads the phrase No problem. What does it mean?

  • it is okay or not difficult
  • it is impossible
  • it is very dirty
Correct answer(s):
  • it is okay or not difficult

Which situation shows someone is in hot water?

  • A boy is in trouble for breaking a window
  • A girl is drinking cold water
  • A child is swimming in a pool
Correct answer(s):
  • A boy is in trouble for breaking a window