Basic Details
Word: Volcano
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: An opening in the Earth's surface through which lava, rock, ash, and gases can escape.
Synonyms: Eruption, mountain, vent
Antonyms: Quiescence, inactivity
Idioms and Phrases
- Like a volcano waiting to erupt: Refers to someone who is very angry and about to show it. Example: "He was like a volcano waiting to erupt when he heard the unfair news."
- Under the volcano: In a very risky or dangerous situation. Example: "The hikers went under the volcano when they chose to climb it despite the warnings."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The volcano erupted violently, sending ash and lava high into the sky.
Example 2: Scientists study volcanoes to predict when they might erupt and protect nearby communities.
Example 3: The island was formed from the lava of an ancient volcano that is now dormant.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "volcano" comes from Vulcan, the Roman god of fire? Ancient Romans believed that volcanoes were the forges of this god!
Famous Quote
"We are all like the volcanoes; we carry hidden fires within us." - Carlos Ruiz Zafn
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "volcano" mean?
a) A type of fish
b) An opening in the Earth's crust
c) A large tree
d) A mountain made of sand
Answer: b) An opening in the Earth's crust
2. Which of these is a synonym of "volcano"?
a) Mountain
b) Eruption
c) River
d) Earthquake
Answer: b) Eruption
3. Which sentence uses "volcano" correctly?
a) The volcano sang a beautiful song.
b) A volcano erupted, covering the landscape in ash.
c) The volcano baked a cake.
d) The volcano danced under the stars.
Answer: b) A volcano erupted, covering the landscape in ash.
4. Which idiom means being angry and ready to express it?
a) Like a volcano waiting to erupt
b) Under the volcano
c) Foot in mouth
d) Get your ducks in a row
Answer: a) Like a volcano waiting to erupt
5. What is the opposite of "volcano" in terms of activity?
a) Quiescence
b) Forest
c) Music
d) River
Answer: a) Quiescence
