8 Questions
What does the expression 'like a lamb to the slaughter' mean?
It means someone who goes somewhere calmly, not knowing that something unpleasant is going to happen to them.
What did August mumble when introducing himself?
His name.
Who asked August to speak up?
Ms. Petosa.
What is the name of August's dog?
Daisy.
Who asked August about the braid in his hair?
Julian.
What did August say the braid was?
A Padawan thing.
What is a Padawan?
A Jedi apprentice.
Who is August's favorite Star Wars character?
Jango Fett.
Study Notes
Idioms and Phrases
- "Like a lamb to the slaughter" is an expression meaning to go innocently or unwillingly to a place or situation where one will be in danger or experience trouble.
August's Introduction
- August mumbled when introducing himself.
- Ms. Garcia asked August to speak up.
August's Personal Life
- August has a dog.
- The name of August's dog is not specified.
August's Hair
- Ms. Garcia asked August about the braid in his hair.
- August said the braid was for a Padawan.
Star Wars
- A Padawan is a Jedi apprentice in the Star Wars franchise.
- August's favorite Star Wars character is not specified.
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