Spell Bee Word: hen

Basic Details

Word: Hen

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A female chicken, especially one that is kept for laying eggs.

Synonyms: Chicken, pullet

Antonyms: Rooster

Idioms and Phrases

1. Hen-pecked: Describing a man who is dominated by his wife or partner. Example: "He always does what she says; he's very hen-pecked."
2. Don't count your chickens before they hatch: Don't assume something will happen before it actually does. Example: "I know youre excited about the concert, but don't count your chickens before they hatch."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The hen laid three eggs in the nest, which made the farmer very happy.

Example 2: On the farm, the children enjoyed watching the hen cluck and peck at the ground.

Example 3: Each morning, we would collect fresh eggs from the hen coop.

Fun Fact

Did you know that hens can communicate with their chicks even before they hatch? They make soft sounds that help the chicks know they are safe and will be cared for!

Famous Quote

"You can't make an omelette without breaking a few eggs." Proverb

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "hen" mean?

a) A type of dog
b) A female chicken
c) A wild animal
d) A type of vegetable

Answer: b) A female chicken

2. Which of these is a synonym of "hen"?

a) Duck
b) Chicken
c) Sheep
d) Cat

Answer: b) Chicken

3. Which word is an antonym of "hen"?

a) Rooster
b) Goat
c) Cow
d) Pig

Answer: a) Rooster

4. Which sentence uses "hen" correctly?

a) The hen flew over the fence.
b) The hen laid eggs for breakfast.
c) The hen runs very fast.
d) The hen sang a song.

Answer: b) The hen laid eggs for breakfast.

5. Which idiom advises against assuming success too early?

a) Hen-pecked
b) Don't count your chickens before they hatch
c) As busy as a bee
d) A fish out of water

Answer: b) Don't count your chickens before they hatch