Basic Details
Word: Mouse
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small rodent that is often found in homes and fields, known for its long tail and large ears.
Synonyms: Rodent, field mouse, house mouse
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Quiet as a mouse: Used to describe someone who is very quiet and does not make any noise. Example: "During the movie, she was quiet as a mouse, not wanting to disturb anyone."
- Make a mouse out of a lion: To make someone who is usually brave feel scared. Example: "The storm was so loud that it made a mouse out of the lion who usually isn't afraid of anything."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The mouse scurried across the kitchen floor, searching for crumbs to eat.
Example 2: We found a tiny mouse hiding in the garden shed next to the tools.
Example 3: The cat is always on the lookout for any mouse that might come into the house.
Fun Fact
Did you know that a group of mice is called a "mischief"? These little creatures can multiply quickly and are known for their curious nature!
Famous Quote
"The mouse that is not invited to the banquet has no choice but to remain hungry." - Proverb
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "mouse" mean?
a) A large animal
b) A small rodent
c) A kind of fruit
d) A type of insect
Answer: b) A small rodent
2. Which of these is a synonym of "mouse"?
a) Cat
b) Rodent
c) Dog
d) Bird
Answer: b) Rodent
3. Which sentence uses "mouse" correctly?
a) The mouse ran up the tree.
b) The mouse was eating cheese in the cupboard.
c) The mouse played with the dog outside.
d) The mouse jumped over the moon.
Answer: b) The mouse was eating cheese in the cupboard.
4. Which idiom means someone is being very quiet?
a) Make a mouse out of a lion
b) Quiet as a mouse
c) A mouse in the house
d) The cat's meow
Answer: b) Quiet as a mouse
5. What is the opposite of "mouse"?
a) Dog
b) Lion
c) Elephant
d) N/A
Answer: d) N/A
