Word: Ask
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To say something in order to get information or an answer.
Synonyms: Inquire, question, request
Antonyms: Answer, reply, respond
Example 1: It is always polite to ask before borrowing someones belongings.
Example 2: When in doubt, do not hesitate to ask your teacher for clarification.
Example 3: If you want to know more about the project, you should ask your classmates.
Did you know that the word "ask" comes from the Old English word "ascian" which means "to seek, to request"? This shows how long people have been using this word to seek information!
"The only stupid question is the one that is never asked." Anonymous
1. What does "ask" mean?
a) To give an answer
b) To seek information
c) To run away
d) To eat food
Answer: b) To seek information
2. Which of these is a synonym of "ask"?
a) Inquire
b) Answer
c) Talk
d) Jump
Answer: a) Inquire
3. What is an antonym of "ask"?
a) Question
b) Research
c) Respond
d) Demand
Answer: c) Respond
4. Which sentence uses "ask" correctly?
a) She will ask if she can join us for lunch.
b) He was too shy to ask his question.
c) If you ask for a pencil, she will give you one.
d) All of the above.
Answer: d) All of the above.
5. What does "ask for trouble" mean?
a) To request help
b) To cause problems by being careless
c) To ask someone a nice question
d) To complain about something
Answer: b) To cause problems by being careless
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