Basic Details
Word: Adventure
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: An exciting and unusual experience that often involves some risk.
Synonyms: Expedition, journey, escapade
Antonyms: Routine, monotony, dullness
Idioms and Phrases
- Every cloud has a silver lining: This means that every difficult situation has a positive side. Example: "Though our trip got cancelled, every cloud has a silver lining; we found a new place to explore nearby!"
- Seize the day: This means to take advantage of the present moment. Example: "We decided to seize the day and go on an adventure instead of staying home."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Isabella's summer adventure took her to a tropical island where she made many new friends.
Example 2: The daring boys planned an adventure to hike up the tallest mountain in their town.
Example 3: Reading a book can be an adventure that takes you to far-off lands and introduces you to fantastic characters.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "adventure" comes from the Latin word "adventura," which means "a future event"? It emphasises the idea of taking risks for new experiences!
Famous Quote
"Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all." - Helen Keller
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "adventure" mean?
a) A boring task
b) An exciting experience
c) A routine job
d) A quiet evening
Answer: b) An exciting experience
2. Which of these is a synonym of "adventure"?
a) Journey
b) Sleep
c) Calculation
d) Reflection
Answer: a) Journey
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "adventure"?
a) Expedition
b) Routine
c) Voyage
d) Quest
Answer: b) Routine
4. Which sentence uses "adventure" correctly?
a) We went on an adventure to find buried treasure.
b) The adventure was very quiet and uneventful.
c) I had an adventure when I organised my pencils.
d) She took an adventure with her homework.
Answer: a) We went on an adventure to find buried treasure.
5. Which idiom means to take advantage of opportunities?
a) Every cloud has a silver lining
b) Seize the day
c) A stitch in time saves nine
d) Break the ice
Answer: b) Seize the day
