IDIOMS ABOUT ANIMALS

Question 1

WHEN PIGS FLY

Answer 1

something that will never happen

EG: “When pigs fly she’ll tidy up her room.”

Question 2

FROM THE HORSE’S MOUTH

Answer 2

Heard directly from one of the people involved.

“here’s the news straight from the horse’s mouth.’’

Question 3

BEAT A DEAD HORSE

Answer 3

To continue to argue about something that has been settled

“it’s quite unnecessary to beat a dead horse, yeah?”

Question 4

BUSY BEE

Answer 4

An active, busy person who moves from task to task quickly.

“the Citizens were busy bees preparing their Christmas tree decorations last week.’’

Question 5

KILL A FLY WITH AN ELEPHANT GUN

Answer 5

Approach a problem with excessive measure.

“There is no need to kill a fly with an elephant gun. So let’s wait and watch.”

Question 6

FISH FOR COMPLIMENTS

Answer 6

Try to manipulate people into praising you

“She is always fishing for compliments.”

Question 7

FLEW THE COOP / FLY THE COOP

Answer 7

Left; escaped.
To leave or escape (something).

“I couldn’t stand the party, so I flew the coop”
“This lecture is so boring. Come on, let’s fly the coop and go get a drink somewhere!”
“I’m definitely flying the coop when I turn 18—I can’t wait to have a little freedom!”