An idiom is a group of words that together mean something different than their literal meaning. “It’s raining cats and dogs” does not mean that animals are falling from the sky. This idiom means “It is raining hard.”
Interpret Idioms With a partner, interpret these idioms from “Passage to Freedom.”
1. My father tossed and turned all night.
2. We were running out of milk.
3. The crowd stood frozen for a second.
HISTORY
The Sugiharas lived in Lithuania during the time of “Passage to Freedom.” Research and report on Lithuania.
Focus Your Research Set a purpose for your report by asking questions. What do you want to know? Create a chart like this one to focus your topic.
| Questions | Where can I find the answer? |
|---|---|
| 1. Where is it located? | a map or globe |
| 2. What landforms are in Lithuania? | an atlas, map, or encyclopedia |
Prepare Your Report To find facts and details about your topic, choose sources such as encyclopedias, atlases, books, and the Internet. Use your questions and answers to organize the main ideas and details of your report.
Present Your Report As you give your report to the class, speak slowly and clearly. Listen to the reports of others. Note new information.