Basic Details
Word: Twig
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small, thin branch or stick that comes from a tree or bush.
Synonyms: Stick, sprig, branchlet
Antonyms: Trunk, stump
Idioms and Phrases
- Cant see the wood for the trees: This means to be so involved in the details that you lose sight of the big picture. Example: "She was so focused on counting every twig that she couldn't see the wood for the trees in the project."
- Burning the midnight oil: This phrase doesnt relate to wood directly but conjures the imagery of using twigs or oil for light while studying late at night. Example: "I was burning the midnight oil, surrounded by twigs for my art project."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The little boy picked up a twig while playing in the garden.
Example 2: A nest was built high up on a tree, made of twigs and leaves.
Example 3: During our nature walk, we collected twigs to use for our craft project.
Fun Fact
Did you know that twigs play a crucial role in the ecosystem? They provide homes for many small animals and insects and are often used by birds to build their nests.
Famous Quote
"The strongest trees are rooted in the deepest waters." Matshona Dhliwayo. This highlights how even something as small as a twig is important for the strength of a tree.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "twig" mean?
a) A type of bird
b) A small branch or stick
c) A kind of flower
d) A rock
Answer: b) A small branch or stick
2. Which of these is a synonym of "twig"?
a) Branch
b) Leaf
c) Trunk
d) Peach
Answer: a) Branch
3. Which sentence uses "twig" correctly?
a) The twig sang beautifully in the garden.
b) She broke a twig while walking on the path.
c) The twig is flying in the air.
d) The twig cooked a meal for us.
Answer: b) She broke a twig while walking on the path.
4. Which idiom means not seeing the big picture?
a) Cant see the wood for the trees
b) Burning the midnight oil
c) Better late than never
d) A stitch in time saves nine
Answer: a) Cant see the wood for the trees
5. What is the opposite of "twig"?
a) Leaf
b) Trunk
c) Sprig
d) Flower
Answer: b) Trunk
