Basic Details
Word: Skyscraper
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A very tall building, often found in cities, that has many floors.
Synonyms: High-rise, tower, building
Antonyms: Low-rise, bungalow, cottage
Idioms and Phrases
- Reach for the skyscrapers: To aim for very high goals or ambitions. Example: "She decided to reach for the skyscrapers by applying to the best universities."
- Skyscraper dreams: Aspirations that are very high or difficult to achieve. Example: "His skyscraper dreams of becoming an astronaut motivated him to study hard."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The skyline of the city was dominated by a spectacular new skyscraper that sparkled in the sunlight.
Example 2: Many people live and work in skyscrapers that provide breathtaking views of the surrounding area.
Example 3: The architect presented her design for a futuristic skyscraper that would use renewable energy sources.
Fun Fact
Did you know the first skyscraper was built in Chicago in 1885? It was called the Home Insurance Building and stood 138 feet tall, which was very impressive at that time!
Famous Quote
"In architecture, the tall building is a symbol of the potential for celebrating life." John Utzon
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "skyscraper" mean?
a) A small house
b) A very tall building
c) A type of car
d) A kind of tree
Answer: b) A very tall building
2. Which of these is a synonym of "skyscraper"?
a) Cottage
b) High-rise
c) Barn
d) Hut
Answer: b) High-rise
3. Which word is an antonym of "skyscraper"?
a) Tower
b) Bungalow
c) Building
d) Skyscraper
Answer: b) Bungalow
4. Which sentence uses "skyscraper" correctly?
a) The skyscraper jumped over the wall.
b) The skyscraper is a tall building in the city.
c) The dog chased the skyscraper around the park.
d) The skyscraper is as small as a mouse.
Answer: b) The skyscraper is a tall building in the city.
5. What does it mean to "reach for the skyscrapers"?
a) To climb a building
b) To sleep high up
c) To aim for high goals
d) To play on the roof
Answer: c) To aim for high goals
