Basic Details
Word: Extinction
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The process of a species or group of organisms ceasing to exist.
Synonyms: Dying out, disappearance
Antonyms: Survival, conservation
Idioms and Phrases
- On the brink of extinction: Close to becoming extinct. Example: "Many species of frogs are on the brink of extinction due to habitat loss."
- Extinct in the wild: A species that no longer exists in its natural habitat. Example: "The wild white rhino is now considered extinct in the wild, with only a few individuals left in captivity."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The dodo bird is a well-known example of a creature that has gone extinct.
Example 2: Conservationists are working hard to prevent the extinction of endangered species around the world.
Example 3: Climate change poses a significant threat to many animals, putting them at risk of extinction.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the passenger pigeon was once the most abundant bird in North America, but it became extinct in the early 20th century due to overhunting and habitat destruction?
Famous Quote
"We won't have a society if we destroy the environment." Barry Commoner
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "extinction" mean?
a) The increase of species
b) The process of a species ceasing to exist
c) The improvement of an environment
d) The discovery of a new species
Answer: b) The process of a species ceasing to exist
2. Which of these is a synonym of "extinction"?
a) Survival
b) Dying out
c) Increase
d) Conservation
Answer: b) Dying out
3. Which of these is an antonym of "extinction"?
a) Conservation
b) Disappearance
c) Dying out
d) Eradication
Answer: a) Conservation
4. Which sentence uses "extinction" correctly?
a) Dinosaurs are now extinct species from millions of years ago.
b) The extinction of the cat is a common occurrence.
c) Extinction resulted in more animals being born.
d) The extinction of trees leads to more forests.
Answer: a) Dinosaurs are now extinct species from millions of years ago.
5. Which idiom refers to being close to extinction?
a) On the brink of extinction
b) As rare as hen's teeth
c) In the pink
d) The early bird catches the worm
Answer: a) On the brink of extinction
