Basic Details
Word: Captivity
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The state of being kept in a place and not being free; being held or trapped.
Synonyms: Imprisonment, confinement, restraint
Antonyms: Freedom, liberation, release
Idioms and Phrases
- In captivity: Refers to animals or people being held in a confined space against their will. Example: "The tiger in captivity seemed sad and longing for its natural habitat."
- Break free: To escape from a situation or confinement. Example: "After many attempts, the bird managed to break free from its cage and flew into the sky."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Many animals suffer in captivity when they are taken away from their natural homes.
Example 2: The story of the hero who was held in captivity for years inspired many across the country.
Example 3: When animals are released from captivity, they often need time to adjust to life in the wild again.
Fun Fact
Did you know that some zoos are now focused on conservation and aim to create environments that simulate the animals' natural habitats, allowing them to thrive even in captivity?
Famous Quote
"The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated." Mahatma Gandhi
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "captivity" mean?
a) Freedom to roam
b) Being held or trapped
c) A type of food
d) A place to live
Answer: b) Being held or trapped
2. Which of these is a synonym of "captivity"?
a) Release
b) Confinement
c) Freedom
d) Adventure
Answer: b) Confinement
3. Which of these is an antonym of "captivity"?
a) Prison
b) Capture
c) Freedom
d) Holding
Answer: c) Freedom
4. Which sentence uses "captivity" correctly?
a) The dog enjoyed its captivity in the backyard.
b) The rabbit is in captivity in a warm, safe hutch.
c) He loves to play in captivity at the park.
d) They went on a picnic in captivity.
Answer: b) The rabbit is in captivity in a warm, safe hutch.
5. Which idiom means being held against one's will?
a) Break free
b) In captivity
c) At the end of the line
d) Hit the road
Answer: b) In captivity
