Basic Details
Word: Monkey
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small to medium-sized primate that is known for its agility and playful behaviour.
Synonyms: Primate, simian
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Monkey around: To waste time or behave in a silly way. Example: "Instead of studying, they just wanted to monkey around all afternoon."
- Monkey business: Activity that is silly or not serious. Example: "The teacher immediately noticed the monkey business in the back of the classroom."
Usage Examples
Example 1: At the zoo, we watched a monkey swing from branch to branch, showcasing its impressive skills.
Example 2: The monkey loved to play with its friends, chasing them around in the trees.
Example 3: In the jungle, we heard the cheerful calls of monkeys communicating with each other.
Fun Fact
Did you know that there are over 260 different species of monkeys in the world? They can be found in various habitats, from tropical rainforests to savannahs.
Famous Quote
"The monkey is a very social animal, and it cant think for itself." Ernest Hemingway
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "monkey" mean?
a) A type of bird
b) A small to medium-sized primate
c) A kind of fish
d) A large mammal
Answer: b) A small to medium-sized primate
2. Which of these is a synonym of "monkey"?
a) Lion
b) Primate
c) Whale
d) Bird
Answer: b) Primate
3. Which sentence uses "monkey" correctly?
a) The monkey flew over the lake.
b) The monkey quickly climbed to the top of the tree.
c) The monkey wrote a book.
d) The monkey sang a song.
Answer: b) The monkey quickly climbed to the top of the tree.
4. Which idiom means the same as "monkey business"?
a) Playing it straight
b) Getting down to business
c) Acting silly or mischievous
d) Being serious
Answer: c) Acting silly or mischievous
5. What is the opposite of "monkey"?
a) N/A
b) Fish
c) Tiger
d) Horse
Answer: a) N/A
