Spell Bee Word: ostrich

Basic Details

Word: Ostrich

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A large flightless bird native to Africa, known for its long neck and legs.

Synonyms: N/A

Antonyms: N/A

Idioms and Phrases

1. Stick your head in the sand: To ignore or avoid a problem. Example: "You can't stick your head in the sand; you need to face your homework!"
2. Like an ostrich: To be naïve or oblivious to what is happening, similar to an ostrich burying its head in the sand. Example: "Ignoring the warning signs is like an ostrich; you need to be aware of the dangers."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The ostrich is the largest bird in the world, growing up to nine feet tall.

Example 2: At the safari park, we watched an ostrich run swiftly across the field, its long legs moving quickly.

Example 3: The children learned that ostriches can run up to 45 miles per hour when they feel threatened.

Fun Fact

Did you know that ostriches have the largest eyes of any land animal? Their large eyes help them to see predators approaching from a distance.

Famous Quote

"An ostrich, if it could talk, would be a great alarmist." - Anonymous

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "ostrich" mean?

a) A flying bird
b) A large flightless bird
c) A type of fish
d) A mammal

Answer: b) A large flightless bird

2. Which of these is a characteristic of an ostrich?

a) It can fly
b) It has webbed feet
c) It has long legs
d) It is small and fluffy

Answer: c) It has long legs

3. Which sentence uses "ostrich" correctly?

a) The ostrich quickly flew away from the danger.
b) The ostrich can easily outrun most predators.
c) The ostrich is a popular pet in households.
d) The ostrich likes to swim in water.

Answer: b) The ostrich can easily outrun most predators.

4. What does the phrase "stick your head in the sand" mean?

a) To be proactive about a problem
b) To ignore or avoid a problem
c) To be very aware of one’s surroundings
d) To enjoy the beach

Answer: b) To ignore or avoid a problem

5. What is the opposite of a flightless bird?

a) A mammal
b) A swimming bird
c) A flying bird
d) A reptile

Answer: c) A flying bird