Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Collective Noun

Question:

Choose the correct collective noun from the options below and fill in the blanks.

A ____ of ants worked together to build their nest.

Options:

Swarm

Troop

Colony

Team

Correct Answer:

Colony

Explanation:

The correct collective noun for a group of ants working together to build their nest is "Colony."OPTION 3

Explanation:

  • Swarm is typically used for flying insects or bees.
  • Troop usually refers to a group of soldiers or scouts.
  • Team typically refers to a group of individuals working together towards a common goal.
  • Colony specifically refers to a group of ants living and working together as a social unit.

So, the correct sentence would be: "A colony of ants worked together to build their nest."