A student wants to use the idiom “raining cats and dogs.” Write 1–2 sentences to explain what this idiom means and a situation it should be used to describe.(2 points)

Question

A student wants to use the idiom “raining cats and dogs.” Write 1–2 sentences to explain what this idiom means and a situation it should be used to describe.(2 points)

Short Answer Rubric (2 points)
Points Awarded Criteria
2
The answer is very clear.

The answer is fully supported by details.

There may be a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.

1
The answer is somewhat clear.

Details are weak or not related.

There are some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.

0
The question is not answered.

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Answer 1

The idiom "raining cats and dogs" means that it is raining very heavily. This idiom should be used to describe a situation where there is a sudden and heavy downpour of rain, such as during a thunderstorm.