Language Conventions

Couch Potato Circle the letter of the meaning that matches the underlined slang term. My brother is such a couch potato.   A. lazy person B. go-getter

In the Bag Circle the letter of the meaning that matches the underlined slang term. I aced the interview and my new summer job is in the bag.   A. as good as secured B. not resolved

Laid Back Circle the letter of the meaning that matches the underlined slang term. I’m more laid back after I do a few yoga poses.   A. stressed out B. relaxed and calm

Deep Pockets Circle the letter of the meaning that matches the underlined slang term. When I asked for a raise in my allowance, my father said I must think he has deep pockets.   A. an endless source of money B. a fashionable wardrobe

Pain in the Neck Circle the letter of the meaning that matches the underlined slang term. My little sister is a pain in the neck the way she follows me everywhere.   A. delightful person B. annoying person

Red Hot Circle the letter of the meaning that matches the underlined slang term. Your idea for our crafts booth is red hot.   A. stale and old B. fresh and new

Get with It Circle the letter of the meaning that matches the underlined slang term. You’d better get with it or we will be stuck here raking all day.   A. take a break B. hurry up

Go Bananas Circle the letter of the meaning that matches the underlined slang term. I am going to go bananas if I don’t have a day off soon!   A. go crazy B. act hungry

Get It Circle the letter of the meaning that matches the underlined slang term. I listened to the joke several times, but I still don’t get it.   A. understand B. laugh

Rinky-Dink Circle the letter of the meaning that matches the underlined slang term. I was disappointed about how rinky-dink the amusement park was. A. expensive B. small time

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