Basic Details
Word: Ten
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The number that comes after nine and before eleven.
Synonyms: Decade (when referring to a group of ten years)
Antonyms: Nine, Eleven
Idioms and Phrases
- Ten out of ten: Means something is perfect or outstanding. Example: "Her performance in the play was ten out of ten!"
- Taking ten: Referring to a short break or pause. Example: "Let's take ten before we continue with the project."
Usage Examples
Example 1: There are ten apples in the basket, enough for everyone to have one.
Example 2: I can count to ten without any help from my teacher.
Example 3: The team scored ten goals in the exciting match yesterday.
Fun Fact
The number ten has been considered a significant number in many cultures throughout history, often representing completeness and perfection. The decimal system, widely used today, is based on the number ten.
Famous Quote
"If you have ten fingers, you can count from one to ten." - Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "ten" mean?
a) A number after eleven
b) A number before nine
c) The number that comes after nine
d) A type of fruit
Answer: c) The number that comes after nine
2. Which of these is a synonym of "ten" in a specific context?
a) Five
b) Decade
c) Hundred
d) Twelve
Answer: b) Decade
3. Which sentence uses "ten" correctly?
a) I see ten birds flying in the sky.
b) We will take ten sleeps before the concert.
c) The ten car is parked outside.
d) Ten is smaller than five.
Answer: a) I see ten birds flying in the sky.
4. Which idiom means something is excellent or perfect?
a) Taking ten
b) Ten out of ten
c) Two for the price of one
d) Ten years younger
Answer: b) Ten out of ten
5. What is the opposite of "ten" in a numerical sequence?
a) Eleven
b) Zero
c) Nine
d) Both a and c
Answer: d) Both a and c
