Walking on Thin Ice

"I knew I was walking on thin ice when I showed up late again. My boss didn’t say much, but the look she gave me said it all. I tried to act casual, but deep down, I knew I was pushing my luck. One more mistake, and I’d be in real trouble."

Question: What does “walking on thin ice” imply about the speaker’s situation?

PIE PROMPTS

1. Pronunciation

• Listen to the audio and repeat or use it as a guide while you read. Pay attention to the phrase “walking on thin ice” and emphasize clarity.

2. Intonation

• Sentence: “I knew I was walking on thin ice.”

• Intonation variations:

• “I knew I was walking on thin ice.” (Stressing knew emphasizes awareness of the risk.)

• “I knew I was walking on thin ice.” (Stressing I personalizes the responsibility.)

• “I knew I was walking on thin ice.” (Stressing ice highlights the danger.)

3. Expression

• Idiom: Walking on thin ice means being in a risky or dangerous situation.

• Use this idiom: When someone is close to facing consequences due to their actions.