Basic Details
Word: Snow
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: Soft, white flakes of frozen water that fall from the sky in cold weather.
Synonyms: Flurries, sleet, powder
Antonyms: Sunshine, heat, drought
Idioms and Phrases
- When it snows: Used to describe something that is very unlikely to happen. Example: "I will help you with your homework when it snows!"
- Snowed under: To be overwhelmed with too many tasks or responsibilities. Example: "I'm snowed under with schoolwork and projects this week."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The children bundled up in their warm coats to play outside in the fresh snow.
Example 2: The snow blanketed the streets, creating a beautiful winter wonderland.
Example 3: After the heavy snowfall, the entire town looked magical and serene.
Fun Fact
Did you know that snowflakes can come in many different shapes and sizes? No two snowflakes are alike, and some can have up to 200 different intricate designs!
Famous Quote
"Snowflakes are one of nature's most fragile things, but just look what they can do when they stick together!" - Vesta M. Kelly
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "snow" mean?
a) A hot drink
b) Soft, frozen water that falls from the sky
c) A type of fruit
d) A kind of flower
Answer: b) Soft, frozen water that falls from the sky
2. Which of these is a synonym of "snow"?
a) Flurries
b) Rain
c) Sleet
d) Both a and c
Answer: d) Both a and c
3. Which sentence uses "snow" correctly?
a) The snow fell gently, covering everything in white.
b) The snow jumped over the hill.
c) The snow cooked in the oven.
d) The snow rode a bike.
Answer: a) The snow fell gently, covering everything in white.
4. Which idiom means to be overwhelmed with work?
a) When it snows
b) Snowed under
c) Snowball effect
d) Snow globes
Answer: b) Snowed under
5. What is the opposite of "snow"?
a) Rain
b) Sunshine
c) Wind
d) Frost
Answer: b) Sunshine
