Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Collective Noun

Question:

A group of locusts is called as:

Options:

Swarm

Cluster

Band

Pack

Correct Answer:

Swarm

Explanation:

The correct answer is swarm. A group of locusts is called a swarm. The word "swarm" is a collective noun, which means it refers to a group of animals of the same species. Other collective nouns for groups of locusts include:

  • Plague: A large swarm of locusts that can cause widespread damage.
  • Cloud: A large swarm of locusts that is visible from the air.
  • Horde: A large and destructive swarm of locusts.