Idioms, orals, structure , letters, - SS3 English Past Questions and Answers - page 1
Which of the following sentences has the stress on the first syllable?
I love you
Do you love me ?
Love me
You love me ?
Which of the following sentences has a rising tone?
Where are you going?
I am going to the park.
Do you want to come with me?
Yes, I would love to.
Which of the following sentences has a falling tone on the last word?
I am going to the park.
Do you want to come with me?
Yes, I would love to.
Thank you very much.
Answer:
How are idioms used in English?
Idioms are used in English in a variety of ways. They can be used to add emphasis, to create humor, or to express a complex idea in a concise way.
What are the different types of idioms?
There are many different types of idioms, but some of the most common include:
Figurative idioms: These idioms use figurative language, such as metaphors or similes, to create their meaning. For example, the idiom "to be in hot water" means to be in trouble.
Literal idioms: These idioms have a literal meaning, but they are also used in a figurative way. For example, the idiom "to take the cake" means to be the best or most impressive.
Slang idioms: These idioms are informal expressions that are used in everyday speech. For example, the idiom "to be on the ball" means to be alert
Which of the following sentences uses an idiomatic expression correctly?
He took the cake when he won the race.
He took the cake when he told me his secret.
He took the cake when he ate the whole pie.
He took the cake when he hit the nail on the head.
He took the cake when he spilled the beans.
Which of the following sentences uses an idiom correctly?
I'm in hot water because I spilled the beans.
I'm in hot water because I have a cold.
I'm in hot water because I'm tired.
I'm in hot water because I'm hungry.
I'm in hot water because I have a chip on my shoulder.
Which of the following is a slang idiom?
To bite the bullet
To be in hot water
To take the cake
To be on the ball
To spill the beans
Which of the following sentences is correctly punctuated?
The cat sat on the mat which was covered in dust.
The cat sat on the mat, which was covered in dust.
The cat sat on the mat which was covered, in dust.
The cat sat on the mat which was covered in dust.
Which of the following is a simple sentence?
The cat sat on the mat.
The cat sat on the mat, and the dog slept on the floor.
The cat sat on the mat, which was covered in dust.
The cat sat on the mat, because it was tired.