11 Questions
What is the association mentioned in the passage?
Nose growing like Pinocchio's
According to the passage, how do people typically identify a true liar?
Smoky smell from the seat of their jeans
What does the passage compare a true liar's pants to?
Steel rivet
According to the passage, what physical reaction might indicate that someone is telling a shameless fib?
All of the above
What is the commonly used association to describe a true liar's behavior, as mentioned in the passage?
Pinocchio's nose
What analogy does the passage use to describe the association between a true liar and their behavior?
Pinocchio's nose
Which of the following best describes the origins of the phrase 'liar, liar, pants on fire' according to the passage?
It was likely invented by schoolkids during a fight
What does the passage suggest about the phrase 'liar, liar, pants on fire'?
It does not have a direct correlation with truthfulness
What analogy does the passage use to describe the association between a true liar and their behavior?
Rapidly growing nose like Pinocchio's
According to the passage, what is the main point about the phrase 'liar, liar, pants on fire'?
It is not based on a logical correlation between lying and pants catching on fire
What does the phrase 'liar, liar, pants on fire' represent according to the passage?
A deceptive saying with no direct correlation to lying
Study Notes
Identifying a True Liar
- A true liar is associated with their pants being on fire.
- People typically identify a true liar by their behavior, which is compared to having their pants on fire.
Physical Reactions of a Liar
- A physical reaction that might indicate someone is telling a shameless fib is not explicitly mentioned in the passage.
Origins of the Phrase
- The origins of the phrase 'liar, liar, pants on fire' are not explicitly mentioned in the passage.
Meaning of the Phrase
- The phrase 'liar, liar, pants on fire' represents a true liar's behavior.
- The phrase suggests that a true liar's behavior is comparable to having their pants on fire.
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