Basic Details
Word: Tiger
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A large, powerful wild cat with orange fur and black stripes, native to Asia.
Synonyms: Big cat, Panthera tigris
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Fight like a tiger: To fight with great strength and determination. Example: "She decided to fight like a tiger in the final round of the competition."
- Paper tiger: Something that appears threatening but is actually ineffectual or weak. Example: "The bully was just a paper tiger; he quickly backed down when confronted."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The tiger prowled through the jungle, looking for its next meal.
Example 2: In the zoo, we were excited to see the tiger resting in the sun, its stripes glowing.
Example 3: Tigers are known for their strength and beauty, making them one of the most admired animals in the world.
Fun Fact
Did you know that a tiger's skin is striped like its fur? Even if you were to shave a tiger, its skin would have the same pattern of stripes!
Famous Quote
"The tiger is a large cat species that is primarily found in the forests of Asia, and it's revered for its strength." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "tiger" mean?
a) A type of bird
b) A large wild cat
c) A kind of fish
d) A domesticated animal
Answer: b) A large wild cat
2. Which of these is a synonym of "tiger"?
a) Panthera leo
b) Big cat
c) Cheetah
d) Dog
Answer: b) Big cat
3. Which sentence uses "tiger" correctly?
a) The tiger danced with the other animals.
b) The tiger chased a deer through the forest.
c) The tiger flew over the mountains.
d) The tiger played fetch with its owner.
Answer: b) The tiger chased a deer through the forest.
4. Which idiom means to fight fiercely?
a) Paper tiger
b) Fight like a tiger
c) As busy as a bee
d) Jumping through hoops
Answer: b) Fight like a tiger
5. What is the opposite of "tiger"?
a) N/A
b) Elephant
c) Crocodile
d) Rabbit
Answer: a) N/A
