Basic Details
Word: Census
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: An official count or survey of a population, typically recording various details about the individuals.
Synonyms: Survey, enumeration
Antonyms: Estimation, guess
Idioms and Phrases
- Take a census: To collect information or opinions from people. Example: "The school decided to take a census of the students' favourite subjects for planning next years curriculum."
- Census day: The specific day on which a census is conducted. Example: "Everyone was reminded to fill in their details accurately on census day."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The government conducts a census every ten years to gather important information about the population.
Example 2: During the census, families filled out forms about who lived in their households.
Example 3: The results of the census help local councils decide where to allocate funds for services like schools and hospitals.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the first recorded census was conducted in ancient Babylon around 3800 BC? It was used to assess land and resources!
Famous Quote
"A good census is the start of good government." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "census" mean?
a) A method of planting
b) An official count of a population
c) A form of entertainment
d) A type of tree
Answer: b) An official count of a population
2. Which of these is a synonym of "census"?
a) Research
b) Enumeration
c) Investigation
d) Poll
Answer: b) Enumeration
3. What is an antonym of "census"?
a) Analysis
b) Estimation
c) Calculation
d) Listing
Answer: b) Estimation
4. Which sentence uses "census" correctly?
a) The census was completed in one day.
b) The census played in the band yesterday.
c) I will census the cake before eating it.
d) The census is my favourite movie.
Answer: a) The census was completed in one day.
5. What does "census day" refer to?
a) A day for planting seeds
b) When the census is conducted
c) A holiday
d) A day for examinations
Answer: b) When the census is conducted
