Basic Details
Word: Did
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: The past tense of "do," used to indicate an action that was completed.
Synonyms: Accomplished, executed
Antonyms: Did not, failed to
Idioms and Phrases
- Did you hear that? A phrase used to check if someone has understood or is aware of something. Example: "Did you hear that? The event starts at 5 PM!"
- Did a number on (someone/something): To harm or damage someone or something significantly. Example: "The storm did a number on the old tree in our yard."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She did her homework quickly so she could play outside.
Example 2: He did a great job at the school concert, performing his favourite song.
Example 3: They did all the preparations for the birthday party by the time the guests arrived.
Fun Fact
The word "did" is derived from the Old English word "didan," indicating its long history in the English language, and it has remained an important verb to express action.
Famous Quote
"What we did in life echoes in eternity." Maximus Decimus Meridius, from the film Gladiator.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "did" mean?
a) A type of fruit
b) The past tense of "do"
c) A kind of animal
d) To sing
Answer: b) The past tense of "do"
2. Which of these is a synonym of "did"?
a) Failed
b) Accomplished
c) Ignored
d) Stopped
Answer: b) Accomplished
3. Which sentence uses "did" correctly?
a) She did her chores before dinner.
b) He do his work yesterday.
c) They does not finished on time.
d) I does my best always.
Answer: a) She did her chores before dinner.
4. Which idiom uses the word "did"?
a) Did a number on (someone/something)
b) A horse of a different colour
c) As busy as a bee
d) The ball is in your court
Answer: a) Did a number on (someone/something)
5. What is the opposite of "did" when it implies failure?
a) Tried
b) Did not
c) Could
d) Would
Answer: b) Did not
