Basic Details
Word: Penguin
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A flightless bird that lives in cold regions, especially in Antarctica, and has a distinct black and white colouring.
Synonyms: N/A
Antonyms: Eagle, Sparrow
Idioms and Phrases
- Jump in like a penguin: To enter a situation or activity with excitement or eagerness. Example: "When it was time to play, he jumped in like a penguin, ready to have fun."
- Cold as a penguin: Used to describe something that is very cold or unwelcoming. Example: "The water was cold as a penguin, making everyone shiver when they jumped in."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Penguins are known for their unique waddling gait as they move across the ice.
Example 2: At the aquarium, we saw a group of penguins swimming gracefully in the water.
Example 3: In the winter, the children loved to watch documentaries about penguins and their habitats.
Fun Fact
Did you know that some species of penguins can dive deeper than 500 metres in search of food? They can hold their breath for over 20 minutes while underwater!
Famous Quote
"Penguins are like little soldiers of the cold; they march into life with courage and determination." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "penguin" mean?
a) A flying bird
b) A type of mammal
c) A flightless bird from cold regions
d) A kind of fish
Answer: c) A flightless bird from cold regions
2. Which of these is a synonym of "penguin"?
a) Eagle
b) Parrot
c) N/A
d) Sparrow
Answer: c) N/A
3. What is an antonym of "penguin"?
a) Whale
b) Eagle
c) Shark
d) Seal
Answer: b) Eagle
4. Which sentence uses "penguin" correctly?
a) The penguin soared high in the sky.
b) The penguin swam through the icy waters.
c) The penguin climbed the tree.
d) The penguin danced at the party.
Answer: b) The penguin swam through the icy waters.
5. Which idiom means entering an activity with eagerness?
a) Cold as a penguin
b) Jump in like a penguin
c) A bird in the hand
d) As busy as a bee
Answer: b) Jump in like a penguin
