Basic Details
Word: Snake
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A long, legless reptile that moves by slithering and often has a scaly skin.
Synonyms: Serpent, Python, Viper
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Snake in the grass: A person who pretends to be friendly while actually being deceitful. Example: "Be careful of him; he seems nice but is just a snake in the grass."
- To snake one's way: To move in a twisting or winding manner. Example: "The hikers had to snake their way up the steep hill through the dense forest."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The snake slithered silently through the grass, searching for its next meal.
Example 2: In the documentary, we learned that some snakes can camouflage themselves to avoid predators.
Example 3: The young boy was amazed when he saw a brightly coloured snake at the zoo.
Fun Fact
Did you know that snakes have been on Earth for over 100 million years? They are fascinating creatures that have evolved in various ways to adapt to their environments.
Famous Quote
"The snake, with its grass in the teeth, appears on August, the first day of winter." - Irish Proverb
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "snake" mean?
a) A kind of bird
b) A long, legless reptile
c) A type of fish
d) A furry mammal
Answer: b) A long, legless reptile
2. Which of these is a synonym of "snake"?
a) Eagle
b) Serpent
c) Horse
d) Frog
Answer: b) Serpent
3. Which sentence uses "snake" correctly?
a) The snake flew around the room.
b) The snake chased after the mouse.
c) The snake slithered across the path.
d) The snake sang a song.
Answer: c) The snake slithered across the path.
4. Which idiom refers to a deceptive person?
a) To snake one's way
b) Snake in the grass
c) A horse of a different colour
d) As busy as a bee
Answer: b) Snake in the grass
5. What is the opposite of "snake"?
a) N/A
b) Lizard
c) Fish
d) Bird
Answer: a) N/A
