Basic Details
Word: Koala
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A tree-dwelling animal native to Australia that has a stout body, large ears, and a flat nose, known for eating eucalyptus leaves.
Synonyms: N/A
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- As cuddly as a koala: Used to describe someone or something that is very cute and huggable. Example: "The teddy bear is as cuddly as a koala, perfect for snuggling at night."
- Koala bear hugs: Referring to warm and affectionate embraces. Example: "After being apart for a long time, they greeted each other with koala bear hugs."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The koala spends most of its life clinging to eucalyptus trees in the forests of Australia.
Example 2: Many visitors to Australia hope to see a koala up close as they have become an iconic symbol of the country.
Example 3: Koalas can sleep up to 20 hours a day, as their diet of eucalyptus leaves provides very little energy.
Fun Fact
Did you know that koalas have fingerprints that are so similar to human fingerprints that they can confuse forensic scientists? Even under a microscope, it can be hard to distinguish between the two!
Famous Quote
"The greatest discovery of my generation is that a human being can alter his life by altering his attitude." - William James (This quote reflects the idea of adaptability, much like the koala has adapted to its environment.)
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "koala" refer to?
a) A type of reptile
b) A tree-dwelling animal
c) A kind of bird
d) An amphibian
Answer: b) A tree-dwelling animal
2. Which of these phrases describes something very cute and huggable?
a) As busy as a bee
b) As cuddly as a koala
c) Cold as ice
d) A fish out of water
Answer: b) As cuddly as a koala
3. Which sentence uses "koala" correctly?
a) The koala quickly climbed to the top of the tree.
b) The koala flew to another island.
c) The koala barked loudly at the crowd.
d) The koala ran fast in the forest.
Answer: a) The koala quickly climbed to the top of the tree.
4. What do koalas primarily eat?
a) Meat
b) Fruits
c) Eucalyptus leaves
d) Insects
Answer: c) Eucalyptus leaves
5. Which of the following statements is true about koalas?
a) They are nocturnal creatures.
b) They can sleep for several hours a day.
c) They are known for their loud vocalisations.
d) They can survive in cold climates.
Answer: b) They can sleep for several hours a day.
