Basic Details
Word: Rat
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small, typically long-tailed rodent that is often found in homes and is known for its ability to reproduce quickly.
Synonyms: Rodent, mouse
Antonyms: Pet (when referring to companion animals)
Idioms and Phrases
- Rat on someone: To betray someone or reveal their secrets. Example: "If you rat on your friends, they might not trust you again."
- Smell a rat: To suspect that something is wrong or that someone is being dishonest. Example: "When the teacher gave us a surprise test, I began to smell a rat."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The rat scurried across the kitchen floor, looking for crumbs.
Example 2: They spotted a rat in the garden and decided to set traps to catch it.
Example 3: In the story, the brave little rat became a hero for helping his friends escape danger.
Fun Fact
Did you know that rats can squeeze through tiny holes that are even smaller than their bodies? This ability helps them find food and escape from predators!
Famous Quote
"The rat is a creature of contradiction, often reviled but just as often admired for its intelligence and adaptability." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "rat" mean?
a) A small lizard
b) A small rodent
c) A type of bird
d) A fish
Answer: b) A small rodent
2. Which of these is a synonym of "rat"?
a) Tiger
b) Rodent
c) Dog
d) Rabbit
Answer: b) Rodent
3. Which sentence uses "rat" correctly?
a) The rat danced on the stage.
b) I saw a rat in my classroom yesterday.
c) The rat flew over the trees.
d) The rat played the piano beautifully.
Answer: b) I saw a rat in my classroom yesterday.
4. Which idiom means to betray someone?
a) Smell a rat
b) Rat on someone
c) Make a mountain out of a molehill
d) Barking up the wrong tree
Answer: b) Rat on someone
5. What is the opposite of "rat" when referring to a companion animal?
a) Hamster
b) Dog
c) Cat
d) Pet
Answer: d) Pet
