Basic Details
Word: Insect
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small animal with six legs and usually with wings, such as a bee or a butterfly.
Synonyms: Bug, creature, critter
Antonyms: Mammal, bird, reptile
Idioms and Phrases
- To bug someone: To irritate or annoy someone. Example: "Please stop tapping your pencil; it's really bugging me!"
- As busy as a bee: To be very busy or active. Example: "During the school fair, the volunteers were as busy as bees preparing everything."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Insects are essential for pollinating plants, helping them to grow and produce fruits.
Example 2: The butterfly is a beautiful insect known for its colourful wings.
Example 3: Some insects, like ants and bees, work together in colonies to find food and care for their young.
Fun Fact
Did you know that there are more than a million described species of insects? They make up about 80% of all the animals on Earth!
Famous Quote
"Insects are the most diverse group of animals on the planet. They are adaptable and can survive in most environments." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "insect" mean?
a) A large animal
b) A small six-legged animal
c) A kind of fish
d) A type of plant
Answer: b) A small six-legged animal
2. Which of these is a synonym of "insect"?
a) Spider
b) Mammal
c) Bug
d) Bird
Answer: c) Bug
3. Which sentence uses "insect" correctly?
a) The insect flew over the lake.
b) The insect ran as fast as a cheetah.
c) The insect watched television.
d) The insect cooked dinner.
Answer: a) The insect flew over the lake.
4. Which idiom means to annoy someone?
a) As busy as a bee
b) To bug someone
c) A fish out of water
d) A horse of a different colour
Answer: b) To bug someone
5. What is the opposite of "insect"?
a) Bug
b) Mammal
c) Creature
d) Critter
Answer: b) Mammal
