Directions: On a separate sheet of paper, you will need to 1) define the idiom in your own words, and 2) write a sentence which proves you understand the meaning of the phrase.

Why are we doing this?  Glad you asked.  First, I want to introduce you to figurative language, a method of making your writing more interesting. Second, because you are only writing sentences, I can give you immediate feedback on your writing style.

1.  in the driver's seat

2. jump down your throat

3. keep your fingers crossed

4. left out in the cold

5. make waves