Basic Details
Word: Donkey
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A domesticated animal resembling a small horse, known for its long ears and strong build, often used as a pack animal.
Synonyms: Ass, burro
Antonyms: Horse, mare
Idioms and Phrases
- Stubborn as a donkey: Used to describe someone who is very stubborn or unwilling to change their mind. Example: "He refused to listen to anyone and was as stubborn as a donkey."
- Donkey work: Refers to hard, menial, or boring tasks. Example: "Cleaning the barn is always donkey work, but it has to be done."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The farmer used a donkey to help carry heavy loads across the fields.
Example 2: We saw a donkey at the petting zoo, and it was very friendly, letting us pet it.
Example 3: Donkeys are known for their intelligence and can be trained to follow commands.
Fun Fact
Did you know that donkeys have a strong sense of self-preservation? They are often cautious and will not blindly follow others into dangerous situations.
Famous Quote
"The donkey is an admirable animal, as he is capable of carrying a great burden." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "donkey" mean?
a) A type of bird
b) A domesticated animal
c) A kind of tree
d) A mountain
Answer: b) A domesticated animal
2. Which of these is a synonym of "donkey"?
a) Elephant
b) Ass
c) Tiger
d) Giraffe
Answer: b) Ass
3. Which sentence uses "donkey" correctly?
a) The donkey jumped over the fence.
b) The donkey painted a picture.
c) The donkey danced at the party.
d) The donkey flew in the sky.
Answer: a) The donkey jumped over the fence.
4. Which idiom means very stubborn?
a) Come to the donkey
b) Stubborn as a donkey
c) A horse of a different colour
d) As busy as a bee
Answer: b) Stubborn as a donkey
5. What is the opposite of "donkey"?
a) N/A
b) Lion
c) Horse
d) Bird
Answer: c) Horse
