Basic Details
Word: Ballad
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A poem or song that tells a story, often about love or adventure.
Synonyms: Tale, narrative poem
Antonyms: Prose, essay
Idioms and Phrases
- Sing a different tune: To change your thoughts or opinions about something. Example: "At first, I didn’t like the project, but after working on it, I began to sing a different tune."
- A song and a dance: To give a lot of excuses or make a big fuss over something minor. Example: "He made a song and a dance over missing the bus, but he could have easily taken a taxi."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The ballad of Robin Hood tells the story of a hero who steals from the rich to give to the poor.
Example 2: She wrote a beautiful ballad about the summer adventures she shared with her friends.
Example 3: The singer performed a heartfelt ballad that moved the audience to tears.
Fun Fact
The word "ballad" comes from the Latin word "ballare," which means “to dance.†This shows that ballads were originally sung during dances and celebrations!
Famous Quote
"The ballroom is a testament to the beauty of life and love, a ballad that fills the air." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "ballad" mean?
a) A type of dance
b) A poem or song that tells a story
c) A kind of food
d) A type of fruit
Answer: b) A poem or song that tells a story
2. Which of these is a synonym of "ballad"?
a) Narrative poem
b) Novel
c) Article
d) Joke
Answer: a) Narrative poem
3. Which word is an antonym of "ballad"?
a) Prose
b) Melody
c) Chorus
d) Lyric
Answer: a) Prose
4. Which sentence uses "ballad" correctly?
a) The ballad was displayed in a museum.
b) I read a ballad about a brave knight.
c) The chef made a ballad for dinner.
d) The ballad flew high in the sky.
Answer: b) I read a ballad about a brave knight.
5. Which idiom means to change your mind about something?
a) Sing a different tune
b) A song and a dance
c) In the same boat
d) Face the music
Answer: a) Sing a different tune
