Basic Details
Word: Orangutan
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A large, hairy ape found in the rainforests of Indonesia and Malaysia, known for its intelligence and long arms.
Synonyms: Ape, primate
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- From the frying pan into the orangutan: To go from a bad situation to a worse one. Example: "When he switched jobs without thinking, he really jumped from the frying pan into the orangutan."
- As clever as an orangutan: To describe someone who is very smart and resourceful. Example: "She's as clever as an orangutan when it comes to solving puzzles, always finding the best solution."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The orangutan swung gracefully from branch to branch in the treetops, showcasing its remarkable agility.
Example 2: At the wildlife park, I was fascinated by the orangutan's ability to use tools to open coconuts.
Example 3: Orangutans are known for their intelligence and emotional depth, often forming strong bonds with their caregivers.
Fun Fact
Did you know that orangutans are the most solitary of all the great apes? They often spend most of their lives alone in the trees of the rainforest!
Famous Quote
"What we are doing to the forests of the world is but a mirror reflection of what we are doing to ourselves and to one another." Mahatma Gandhi
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "orangutan" mean?
a) A type of bird
b) A large hairy ape
c) A form of plant
d) A kind of reptile
Answer: b) A large hairy ape
2. Which of these is a synonym of "orangutan"?
a) Elephant
b) Primate
c) Shark
d) Rhino
Answer: b) Primate
3. Which sentence uses "orangutan" correctly?
a) The orangutan painted a picture.
b) The orangutan ran a race.
c) The orangutan climbed trees in the rainforest.
d) The orangutan danced in the zoo.
Answer: c) The orangutan climbed trees in the rainforest.
4. Which idiom means going from a bad situation to a worse one?
a) As clever as an orangutan
b) From the frying pan into the orangutan
c) An apple a day
d) A bird in the hand
Answer: b) From the frying pan into the orangutan
5. What is the opposite of "orangutan"?
a) N/A
b) Lion
c) Fish
d) Bird
Answer: a) N/A
