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Question : Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.

A group of ants

Option 1: Bushel

Option 2: Pack

Option 3: Colony

Option 4: Comb


Team Careers360 15th Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
Team Careers360 22nd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Colony


Solution : The correct choice is the third option.

Explanation:

The word colony specifically refers to a group of ants living together in a structured social organisation, making it the most fitting term for a group of ants. A community of ants living together, usually consisting of many individuals.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Bushel: A unit of measurement for dry goods, especially agricultural produce like fruits or grains.
  • Pack: A group of animals, often wolves or dogs, travelling or hunting together.
  • Comb: A tool used for grooming, particularly for untangling or styling hair.

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