Spell Bee Word: answer

Basic Details

Word: Answer

Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Meaning: - (Noun) A response or reply to a question, letter, phone call, etc. - (Verb) To respond to a question or solve a problem.

Synonyms: Reply, response, solution, return

Antonyms: Question, query, problem, silence

Idioms and Phrases

1. Answer back: To reply rudely or argue in response. Example: "Don't answer back to your elders."
2. Answer the call: To respond to a request or opportunity. Example: "She decided to answer the call and join the volunteer team."

Usage Examples

Example 1: She gave the correct answer to the teacher's question.

Example 2: Please answer the phone when it rings.

Example 3: The detective worked hard to find an answer to the mystery.

Fun Fact

The word "answer" comes from the Old English "andswaru," which means a reply or a response. It has roots in the idea of swearing against or giving a statement in reply.

Famous Quote

"The answer lies within." Unknown

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "answer" mean as a noun?

a) A question
b) A response or reply
c) A problem
d) Silence

Answer: b) A response or reply

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

a) Question
b) Silence
c) Reply
d) Problem

Answer: c) Reply

3. Which is an antonym of "answer"?

a) Question
b) Solution
c) Response
d) Reply

Answer: a) Question

4. Which sentence uses "answer" correctly?

a) She answered the phone quickly.
b) He answer his homework.
c) They answer the street.
d) The answer was walking fast.

Answer: a) She answered the phone quickly.

5. What does the idiom "answer back" mean?

a) To respond politely
b) To ignore someone
c) To reply rudely
d) To call again

Answer: c) To reply rudely