Idiom Challenge
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What is the defining characteristic of idiomatic expressions?

  • They consist of a preposition followed by a noun or noun phrase
  • They consist of two words or phrases linked by a conjunction such as 'and' or 'or'
  • They have a figurative meaning that cannot be inferred from the individual words used (correct)
  • They consist of one or more words that are idiomatic, while the rest of the phrase or sentence has a literal meaning
  • Why is studying idioms definition and examples crucial?

  • Because they rely on context and cultural knowledge to be correctly understood (correct)
  • Because they consist of a preposition followed by a noun or noun phrase
  • Because they consist of one or more words that are idiomatic, while the rest of the phrase or sentence has a literal meaning
  • Because they are deeply embedded in the language and culture that native speakers use
  • What distinguishes pure idioms from other idiomatic expressions?

  • They consist of two words or phrases linked by a conjunction such as 'and' or 'or'
  • They consist of a preposition followed by a noun or noun phrase
  • They consist of one or more words that are idiomatic, while the rest of the phrase or sentence has a literal meaning
  • They have a figurative meaning that cannot be inferred from the individual words used (correct)
  • In what context are idiomatic expressions commonly used?

    <p>In day-to-day conversations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are idiomatic expressions deeply embedded in the language and culture?

    <p>Because they rely on context and cultural knowledge to be correctly understood</p> Signup and view all the answers

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