Basic Details
Word: Tapestry
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A piece of cloth with pictures or designs woven into it, often used for decoration.
Synonyms: Hanging, tapestry work, fabric art
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Woven into the tapestry: Used to describe something that is an important part of a larger situation or story. Example: "Her experiences are woven into the tapestry of our family's history."
- The tapestry of life: A phrase used to refer to the complex and varied experiences that make up a person's life. Example: "Every challenge and joy adds to the tapestry of life."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The old tapestry on the wall depicted a beautiful scene from a medieval castle.
Example 2: During the art class, we learned how to create a small tapestry using colourful threads.
Example 3: In the museum, there was a stunning tapestry that told the story of ancient battles.
Fun Fact
Did you know that some of the most famous tapestries, like the Bayeux Tapestry, were created over 1,000 years ago and depict historical events? They are not only works of art but also valuable historical documents!
Famous Quote
"Life is a tapestry; our joys and sorrows are intertwined like threads." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "tapestry" mean?
a) A type of paint
b) A decorative piece of woven cloth
c) A kind of furniture
d) A type of musical instrument
Answer: b) A decorative piece of woven cloth
2. Which of these is a synonym of "tapestry"?
a) Sculpture
b) Hanging
c) Painting
d) Pottery
Answer: b) Hanging
3. Which sentence uses "tapestry" correctly?
a) The tapestry is growing in the garden.
b) The artist designed a beautiful tapestry for the wall.
c) The tapestry played music all night.
d) The tapestry swam in the river.
Answer: b) The artist designed a beautiful tapestry for the wall.
4. Which idiom refers to the complexity of experiences in life?
a) The tapestry of life
b) A horse of a different colour
c) As busy as a bee
d) Cold as ice
Answer: a) The tapestry of life
5. What is the opposite of "tapestry"?
a) N/A
b) A plain cloth
c) A piece of metal
d) An empty canvas
Answer: a) N/A
