Basic Details
Word: Silkworm
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A caterpillar that produces silk, which is used to make silk fabric.
Synonyms: Bombyx mori, silk-producing insect
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- As busy as a silkworm: Used to describe someone who is working hard and being very productive. Example: "With the school project due next week, Sarah was as busy as a silkworm."
- Silk purse from a sow's ear: To make something beautiful or valuable from something of lesser quality. Example: "They turned the old barn into a lovely home; it's a true silk purse from a sow's ear."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The silkworm spins a cocoon made of silk threads, which is later harvested for fabric.
Example 2: In ancient China, the process of raising silkworms was closely guarded as a valuable secret.
Example 3: Farmers carefully nurture silkworms to ensure a good production of silk for the market.
Fun Fact
Did you know that silkworms can produce up to 1,000 metres of silk thread in just one cocoon? This incredible feat showcases the remarkable ability of these tiny creatures.
Famous Quote
"Silk is the divine thread that connects us to our culture and history." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "silkworm" mean?
a) A type of butterfly
b) A caterpillar that produces silk
c) An insect that lives in water
d) A spider that makes webs
Answer: b) A caterpillar that produces silk
2. Which of these is a synonym of "silkworm"?
a) Honeybee
b) Bombyx mori
c) Ladybug
d) Ant
Answer: b) Bombyx mori
3. Which sentence uses "silkworm" correctly?
a) The silkworm jumped over a puddle.
b) The silkworm spun silk to make a cocoon.
c) The silkworm flew to the flowers.
d) The silkworm played on the tree.
Answer: b) The silkworm spun silk to make a cocoon.
4. Which idiom relates to the hard work of silkworms?
a) As busy as a silkworm
b) A stitch in time saves nine
c) Barking up the wrong tree
d) The bigger they are, the harder they fall
Answer: a) As busy as a silkworm
5. What is the opposite of "silkworm"?
a) N/A
b) Caterpillar
c) Ladybug
d) Moth
Answer: a) N/A
