Personality idioms

Step 1

Study the Powerpoint presentation below. Do you recognize any of the idioms?

Personality idioms from English Online Inc.

Step 2

Read the dialogue to understand the correct usage of the idioms.

Tanya	Any news about getting a bonus this year?
Sofia	Not yet! I am waiting for the good news too.
Tanya	Do you remember that Chris announced the possibility with lots of enthusiasm at the last annual meeting?
Sofia	I was thinking that he will take immediate action as he is the big cheese in our department. It turns out that the announcement was all sizzle and no steak.
Tanya	Why don’t we ask Diana, his secretary?
Sofia	It’s difficult to explain anything to her. I am sorry to say this but she is dumb as a rock.
Tanya	Then why don’t we arrange a meeting with Ted, our senior manager.
Sofia	He is an armchair critic, and at times I find his advice pretty useless.
Tanya	Then we have to just wait and watch.
Sofia	Meanwhile, Sam and I are planning a week in Banff. Why don’t you and Joseph come along?
Tanya	Joseph likes to spend his holidays at home.
Sofia	I thought Joseph would love to see the beautiful scenery. He comes across as a very romantic guy.
Tanya	He is not romantic at all. He is as cold as ice!
Sofia	Don’t worry. I know you will change him.
Tanya	Waiting for that day Sofia!

Step 3

Listen to the dialogue for correct pronunciation and usage of the above idioms.

Step 4

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