Basic Details
Word: April
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The fourth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar, usually having 30 days.
Synonyms: N/A
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- April showers bring May flowers: This means that the rain in April will lead to beautiful flowers blooming in May. Example: "Even though it rains a lot in April, I know that these April showers bring May flowers."
- April fool: A person who is tricked or made to look foolish on April Fool's Day (1st April). Example: "He played a funny joke on me, and I realized I was an April fool."
Usage Examples
Example 1: April is known for its unpredictable weather, where sunny days can quickly turn into rain.
Example 2: Many people enjoy going for walks in the park during April to see the blooming flowers and trees.
Example 3: In April, schools often have spring break, allowing students to enjoy their holidays.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the name "April" comes from the Latin word "aperire," which means "to open"? This refers to the opening or blossoming of flowers and trees that occurs during this month.
Famous Quote
"Sweet April showers do spring May flowers." - Thomas Tusser
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "April" refer to?
a) A type of flower
b) The fourth month of the year
c) A type of bird
d) A season
Answer: b) The fourth month of the year
2. What does the idiom "April showers bring May flowers" mean?
a) Rain in April is bad
b) Rain is good because it helps flowers grow
c) April is always sunny
d) Flowers bloom in April
Answer: b) Rain is good because it helps flowers grow
3. Which sentence uses "April" correctly?
a) I love to eat April for breakfast.
b) April is the month when we celebrate Christmas.
c) In April, we can see many beautiful flowers blooming.
d) My birthday is in February, which is after April.
Answer: c) In April, we can see many beautiful flowers blooming.
4. What does "April fool" mean?
a) A type of flower
b) A person who is tricked on April Fool's Day
c) Someone born in April
d) A type of weather in April
Answer: b) A person who is tricked on April Fool's Day
5. What is the opposite of "April"?
a) February
b) October
c) N/A
d) January
Answer: c) N/A
