Idioms and Phrasal Verbs: Reputation and Relationships
Explore reputation and relationships with eight useful expressions, including live up to, rub someone up the wrong way, give someone the benefit of the doubt. Read the meanings and examples, then use the language in eight C1 discussion questions.
What’s in the worksheet?
- Eight expressions with meanings and example sentences
- Eight matching discussion questions
- One printable page
- Open-ended speaking practice
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Open PDF ↗A simple way to teach it
- Introduce the expressions and check understanding using the example sentences.
- Give learners time to prepare, then discuss the questions in pairs or small groups.
- Encourage learners to reuse the expressions and ask follow-up questions. Discuss natural alternatives; answers will vary.
Suggested approach. Adjust the pace and number of questions to suit your class.



