Basic Details
Word: Bookcase
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A piece of furniture with shelves for storing books.
Synonyms: Bookshelf, library shelf
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Don't judge a book by its cover: This means you shouldn't judge something based only on its appearance. Example: "The old book looked boring, but I soon learned not to judge a book by its cover once I read it."
- Put it on the back burner: To temporarily pause something or keep it in mind for later. Example: "I have some great ideas for my story, but I think I will put those on the back burner until I finish my book report."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She organised her bookcase by sorting the novels from the non-fiction books.
Example 2: The bookcase was filled to the brim with exciting new adventures waiting to be read.
Example 3: He proudly displayed his bookcase, which held many awards and trophies alongside his collection of favourite stories.
Fun Fact
The first bookcases were made in the 16th century and were often used as a status symbol to showcase the owner's wealth and education.
Famous Quote
"A room without books is like a body without a soul." Marcus Tullius Cicero
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "bookcase" mean?
a) A type of book
b) A piece of furniture for storing books
c) A wall made of books
d) A place to read
Answer: b) A piece of furniture for storing books
2. Which of these is a synonym of "bookcase"?
a) Desk
b) Bookshelf
c) Chair
d) Table
Answer: b) Bookshelf
3. Which sentence uses "bookcase" correctly?
a) The bookcase jumped over the fence.
b) He bought a new bookcase for his collection of stories.
c) The bookcase sang a lovely song.
d) The bookcase went to the market.
Answer: b) He bought a new bookcase for his collection of stories.
4. Which idiom means you should not judge something based only on its appearance?
a) Don't judge a book by its cover
b) Put it on the back burner
c) A penny for your thoughts
d) Growing like a weed
Answer: a) Don't judge a book by its cover
5. What is the opposite of "bookcase"?
a) N/A
b) Shoe rack
c) Wall
d) Photograph
Answer: a) N/A
