Basic Details
Word: Landmass
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A large continuous area of land.
Synonyms: Continent, land, terrain
Antonyms: Ocean, water, sea
Idioms and Phrases
- Set foot on landmass: To arrive at or explore a new piece of land. Example: "After sailing for weeks, they finally set foot on landmass and celebrated their arrival."
- Landmass of opportunity: A region that offers many chances or possibilities. Example: "Moving to the city opened a landmass of opportunity for her career."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The largest landmass on Earth, Asia, is home to over half of the world's population.
Example 2: The vast landmass of Africa is known for its rich wildlife and diverse cultures.
Example 3: When studying geography, we learned how tectonic plates shape landmasses over millions of years.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the continents were once part of a single supercontinent called Pangaea? Over millions of years, it split into the landmasses we see today!
Famous Quote
"The Earth has music for those who listen." - William Shakespeare
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "landmass" refer to?
a) A type of animal
b) A large area of water
c) A large continuous area of land
d) A kind of plant
Answer: c) A large continuous area of land
2. Which of these is a synonym of "landmass"?
a) Sea
b) Continent
c) River
d) Ocean
Answer: b) Continent
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "landmass"?
a) Land
b) Mountain
c) Ocean
d) Forest
Answer: c) Ocean
4. Which sentence uses "landmass" correctly?
a) The landmass was swimming in the lake.
b) The landmass of Australia is home to unique animals.
c) The landmass flew high in the sky.
d) The landmass danced at the concert.
Answer: b) The landmass of Australia is home to unique animals.
5. What does the idiom "landmass of opportunity" mean?
a) Many chances or possibilities in a region
b) A large desert
c) A dangerous place
d) A hidden treasure
Answer: a) Many chances or possibilities in a region
