Multiple choice

Directions: Identify the correct idiom or phrase to complete the sentence.Jessica's mother is always active, though she is___________.

  1. a spring chicken

  2. no spring bee

  3. no spring chicken

  4. a spring bee
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The idiom 'no spring chicken' means someone is no longer young, typically used about older people. It comes from the idea that spring chickens are young and tender. The sentence contrasts Jessica's mother's continued activity with her advanced age - she's energetic despite being elderly.

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