Basic Details
Word: Period
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A length of time or a punctuation mark used to show the end of a sentence.
Synonyms: Duration, interval; dot
Antonyms: Ongoing, continuation
Idioms and Phrases
- At the end of the period: Refers to the conclusion of a specific time frame. Example: "We studied hard, and then, at the end of the period, we felt confident about the exam."
- Full stop (or period): Used to indicate that something has been settled or is final. Example: "I don't want to discuss it anymore; it's a full stop."
Usage Examples
Example 1: There was a long period of rain that helped the plants grow.
Example 2: She placed a period at the end of each sentence to complete her writing.
Example 3: The teacher said we have a period to read every Monday.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the punctuation mark known as a period comes from the Greek word 'periodos,' which means 'a passage around'? It signifies the completion of an idea.
Famous Quote
"Time is a created thing. To say 'I don't have time,' is like saying, 'I don't want to.'" - Lao Tzu
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "period" mean?
a) A type of plant
b) A length of time or a punctuation mark
c) A kind of animal
d) A colour
Answer: b) A length of time or a punctuation mark
2. Which of these is a synonym of "period" in relation to time?
a) Duration
b) Start
c) Event
d) Place
Answer: a) Duration
3. What is an antonym of "period"?
a) Segment
b) Ongoing
c) Interval
d) Duration
Answer: b) Ongoing
4. Which sentence uses "period" correctly?
a) The period was very happy today.
b) She added a period to the end of her sentence.
c) He ran period in the field.
d) The tree was a period of green.
Answer: b) She added a period to the end of her sentence.
5. Which idiom suggests that something is final?
a) At the end of the period
b) As good as gold
c) Full stop
d) In a nutshell
Answer: c) Full stop
