Question

column a
read the sentence.

1. i have butterflies in my stomach
2. i will reach for the stars.
3. its raining cats and dogs outside.
4. my parents bring home the bacon for us.
5. sallys legs were on fire after she

ran the race.

1. tell me, i am all ears
2. our quiz next class is giving me cold feet.
3. im crossing my fingers for you. you

can do it!

1. can you fill in the blanks so i am more

informed?
column b
what is the figurative meaning?

1. nervous feeling

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Explanation:

1. "I will reach for the stars" means to aim for great achievements or have high aspirations.
2. "It's raining cats and dogs" is an idiom for heavy rain.
3. "My parents bring home the bacon" means they earn money to support the family.
4. "Sally's legs were on fire" (after running) implies her legs were very sore or tired.
5. "I am all ears" means to be ready to listen attentively.
6. "Our quiz next class is giving me cold feet" means feeling nervous or hesitant about the quiz.
7. "I'm crossing my fingers for you" is a gesture of hoping for good luck for someone.
8. "Can you fill in the blanks so I am more informed?" means provide more details or information.

Answer:

1. high aspirations
2. heavy rain
3. earn money for the family
4. legs were very sore/tired
5. ready to listen
6. nervous about the quiz
7. hoping for good luck
8. provide more details/information