Basic Details
Word: Xylophone
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A musical instrument made of wooden bars that produces sound when struck with mallets.
Synonyms: Marimba, vibraphone
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Hit the right note: To do or say something that is very appropriate or suitable. Example: "Her speech really hit the right note and inspired everyone."
- Life is a symphony: Life is full of different experiences that together create a beautiful story. Example: "Sometimes it can be difficult, but remember, life is a symphony, and we write our own music."
Usage Examples
Example 1: In music class, we learned how to play simple tunes on the xylophone.
Example 2: The xylophone has a beautiful, cheerful sound that makes you want to dance.
Example 3: At the concert, the soloist played a stunning piece on the xylophone that amazed the audience.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the xylophone is one of the oldest musical instruments? It has roots in various cultures, dating back to ancient times in Southeast Asia and Africa!
Famous Quote
"Music is the universal language of mankind." - Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "xylophone" mean?
a) A type of drum
b) A wooden musical instrument
c) A stringed instrument
d) A wind instrument
Answer: b) A wooden musical instrument
2. Which of these is a synonym of "xylophone"?
a) Marimba
b) Guitar
c) Flute
d) Trumpet
Answer: a) Marimba
3. Which sentence uses "xylophone" correctly?
a) The xylophone is flying in the sky.
b) She played a lovely song on the xylophone.
c) The xylophone swam in the pool.
d) We ate the xylophone at lunch.
Answer: b) She played a lovely song on the xylophone.
4. Which idiom means to be very appropriate?
a) Hit the right note
b) Life is a symphony
c) Music to my ears
d) As quiet as a mouse
Answer: a) Hit the right note
5. What is the opposite of "xylophone"?
a) N/A
b) Violin
c) Flute
d) Piano
Answer: a) N/A
