Patterns + Idioms Combination Practice Deck

Question 1

• the tip of the iceberg

- the more/the more

Answer 1

The more you study the issue, the more you realize it’s just the tip of the iceberg.

Question 2

• the big picture

- is that

Answer 2

Well, the big picture is that you will be using your English in many different ways, not only in your job.

Question 3

• the pot calling the kettle black

- Negative Question: “Isn’t that like ______________? Maybe you should consider ____before you_____.It’s hypocritical.”

Answer 3

Isn’t that like the pot calling the kettle black? maybe you should consider your own situation before you point any fingers. It’s hypocritical.

Question 4

• Only time will tell

- whether or not……….. because……..

Answer 4

Only time will tell whether nor not you learn quickly, or just learn well, more at your own pace.

Question 5

• It’s only a matter of time until…

- start to __v.___

Answer 5

You know, it’s only a matter of time until you start to pick up idioms in a new, and special way, over time.

Question 6

• easier said than done

- just

Answer 6

A: He should just quickly learn how to fly a plane.

B: Well, easier said than done.

Question 7

• the bottom line
• is that
• idioms are everywhere

Answer 7

Well, the bottom line is that idioms are eveywhere, do you know what I mean?

Question 8

• stand up to/for

- should

Answer 8

You should stand up to that person, and stand up for what’s right.

Question 9

__have bigger fish to fry

-don’t

Answer 9

Please don’t focus on that small issue. We have bigger fish to fry, you know?

Question 10

• wake up and smell the coffee

- C’mon,… you gotta…

Answer 10

C’mon, you gotta wake up and smell the coffee! She’s not that into you.