Determine Literal and Nonliteral Word Meanings Practice Test

Read the passage. The coach said, “You hit the nail on the head,” when Sam guessed the answer. Sam had explained it exactly right, and the team nodded. What does “hit the nail on the head” mean here?

Read the story. After running at recess, Ben said, "I could eat a horse!" His stomach growled, and he asked for a big sandwich. What does "eat a horse" mean in this passage?