Basic Details
Word: Strawberry
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A sweet, red fruit with tiny seeds on its surface that grows on low plants.
Synonyms: None (specific fruit)
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Strawberries and cream: Referring to something that is sweet and delightful. Example: "The picnic was just strawberries and cream with everyone laughing and sharing stories."
- To go strawberry picking: To engage in a joyful and rewarding activity. Example: "Every summer, we go strawberry picking as a family to enjoy nature."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The strawberry is one of my favourite fruits because it is juicy and sweet.
Example 2: We made a delicious strawberry shortcake for dessert that everyone loved.
Example 3: In spring, the fields are filled with strawberry plants, and they attract many visitors.
Fun Fact
Did you know that strawberries are the only fruit with seeds on the outside? A single strawberry can have up to 200 seeds!
Famous Quote
"If you want to make a pie from scratch, you must first create the universe." Carl Sagan - This reminds us that just like the ingredients of a pie, strawberries play an essential role in creating something delightful.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "strawberry" mean?
a) A green vegetable
b) A sweet, red fruit
c) A type of cheese
d) A kind of flower
Answer: b) A sweet, red fruit
2. Which of these is a synonym of "strawberry"?
a) Apple
b) Banana
c) None (specific fruit)
d) Peach
Answer: c) None (specific fruit)
3. Which sentence uses "strawberry" correctly?
a) The strawberry was jumping around in the garden.
b) I saw a strawberry on the table.
c) The strawberry sang a song.
d) The strawberry drove a car.
Answer: b) I saw a strawberry on the table.
4. Which idiom refers to something delightful?
a) To go strawberry picking
b) Cold as ice
c) As busy as a bee
d) The apple of my eye
Answer: a) To go strawberry picking
5. What is the opposite of "strawberry"?
a) N/A
b) Mango
c) Watermelon
d) Pumpkin
Answer: a) N/A
