Spell Bee Word: again

Basic Details

Word: Again

Part of Speech: Adverb

Meaning: Once more; another time; in return or in response.

Synonyms: Once more, anew, over

Antonyms: Never, not anymore, once

Idioms and Phrases

1. Time and again: Repeatedly; often. Example: "She has reminded him time and again to lock the door."
2. Back again: Returned to a place. Example: "He's back again after a long vacation."

Usage Examples

Example 1: I will call you again tomorrow to discuss the project.

Example 2: She read the book again because she loved the story so much.

Example 3: Can you explain that again? I didn't quite understand.

Fun Fact

The word "again" comes from Old English "ongean," meaning "back" or "against." Over time, it evolved to express repetition or return.

Famous Quote

"Mistakes are always forgivable if one has the courage to admit them and try again." Bruce Lee

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "again" mean?

a) For the first time
b) At the same place
c) Once more or another time
d) Forever

Answer: c) Once more or another time

2. Which of these is a synonym of "again"?

a) Once more
b) Never
c) Always
d) Rarely

Answer: a) Once more

3. Which is an antonym of "again"?

a) Anew
b) Over
c) Never
d) Repeatedly

Answer: c) Never

4. Which sentence uses "again" correctly?

a) She went to the market again to buy more fruits.
b) He agained the answer quickly.
c) We again to school now.
d) The again sun is bright.

Answer: a) She went to the market again to buy more fruits.

5. What does the idiom "time and again" mean?

a) Never at all
b) At a specific time
c) Once or twice
d) Repeatedly or often

Answer: d) Repeatedly or often