Basic Details
Word: Capitol
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A building where a legislative body meets, usually the government of a state or country.
Synonyms: Assembly hall, legislative building
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Capitol idea: Refers to a brilliant or excellent idea. Example: "Her proposal for the new playground was a capitol idea that everyone loved!"
- All roads lead to the capitol: Means that all efforts or paths will eventually direct towards a central authority or important place. Example: "In matters of law, it feels like all roads lead to the capitol."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The new capitol was designed to be more accessible for all citizens.
Example 2: Each state in the country has its own capitol building where important decisions are made.
Example 3: The students visited the capitol to learn how their government operates.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the United States Capitol building has a dome that is 88 feet taller than the Statue of Liberty, making it an iconic symbol of American democracy?
Famous Quote
"Democracy is the government of the people, by the people, for the people." Abraham Lincoln
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "capitol" mean?
a) A type of tree
b) A building where laws are made
c) A type of animal
d) A kind of vehicle
Answer: b) A building where laws are made
2. Which of these is a synonym of "capitol"?
a) Library
b) Assembly hall
c) Museum
d) Hospital
Answer: b) Assembly hall
3. Which sentence uses "capitol" correctly?
a) The capitol was full of beautiful paintings on the walls.
b) The capitol is where the new law was passed.
c) The capitol flew through the sky.
d) The cat slept on the capitol.
Answer: b) The capitol is where the new law was passed.
4. Which idiom means a great idea?
a) All roads lead to the capitol
b) Capitol idea
c) Beat around the bush
d) A different kettle of fish
Answer: b) Capitol idea
5. What is the opposite of "capitol"?
a) N/A
b) Home
c) School
d) Park
Answer: a) N/A
