MODULE
Family
1. Family idioms
1. Family idioms
2. Match the idioms to the definitions
2. Match the idioms to the definitions

( ) on the house
( ) a passing fancy
( ) a confirmed bachelor
( ) chip off the old block
( ) it runs in the family
( ) your own flesh and blood
( ) bad blood
( ) blood is thicker than water
( ) mum's the word
( ) a father figure
( ) a bit on the side
( ) old wives' tales

1. a member of your family
2. unfriendliness between two families or two family members
3. family ties are stronger than any others, despite arguments
4. it's a secret, don't tell anyone
5. a man who has decided never to marry
6. someone that you can turn to advice and support
7. provided free to the customer by a hotel, bar or organization
8. temporary liking for someone or something
9. traditional beliefs which were proved wrong by the science
10. an ability or talent that is passed on through generations
11. a son or daughter who is just like their father in character, looks or temperament
12. a sexual relationship outside the marriage

( ) on the house( ) a passing fancy( )...
3. Complete the sentences with correct idiom
3. Complete the sentences with correct idiom

1. He has 2 daughters, both very athletic, just like their mother. It ...
2. You should take better care of your little sister, She is ...
3. There is ... between the 2 brothers. They haven't spoken to each other in years.
4. His housekeeper had lookef after him for years but he still left all his money to his only son. ..., you know.
5. Dora doesn't know about Jim's affair with Marion, so ...
6. He's as stubborn as his father - ... in other words.
7. I don't like my daughter's boyfriend. I hope he is just a ...
8. In his role as head of personnel, he became a ... for he whole company.
9. David is a ... - lots of girlfriends, but nothing serious.
10. If you think this blend of herbs can cure you of this, well, that's an ..., I'm afraid.
11. They have an open marriage but I don't think they should have ...
12. This is a famous victory for our country so all the drinks this evening will be ... 

1. He has 2 daughters, both very athletic, just like...
5. Do the quiz and find out about your family role
5. Do the quiz and find out about your family role
4. Video. There are many cultural and religious factors that determine family roles. Changes in society and advancements of technology have also resulted in changing family roles in many countries. What changes do they tell us about in the video?
4. Video. There are many cultural and religious factors that determine family roles. Changes in society and advancements of technology have also resulted in changing family roles in many countries. What changes do they tell us about in the video?
1950s vs. 2000s - A Comparison of Gender Roles, Family Life, and Social Life
1950s vs. 2000s - A Comparison of Gender Roles, Family Life, and Social Life
Duration (m)
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