Spell Bee Word: away

Basic Details

Word: Away

Part of Speech: Adverb

Meaning: To a place that is not here; far from a location.

Synonyms: Absent, distant, elsewhere

Antonyms: Here, present

Idioms and Phrases

1. Run away: To leave a place quickly to escape. Example: "He decided to run away from home when he felt misunderstood."
2. Far away: At a great distance. Example: "The stars looked so beautiful, even though they were far away."

Usage Examples

Example 1: She waved goodbye as her friend walked away from the school.

Example 2: The dog ran away when it saw a squirrel in the park.

Example 3: They went on holiday and left their worries behind, having fun away from home.

Fun Fact

The word "away" has Old English roots, derived from "aweg," which means "from a place." It has been in use for centuries to describe distance and separation.

Famous Quote

"You cannot shake hands with a clenched fist." - Indira Gandhi. This quote expresses the idea that one must be open and approachable, rather than pushing others away.

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "away" mean?

a) Here
b) Far from a location
c) Close by
d) Above

Answer: b) Far from a location

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

a) Present
b) Absent
c) Nearby
d) Close

Answer: b) Absent

3. What is the antonym of "away"?

a) Distant
b) Absent
c) Present
d) Removed

Answer: c) Present

4. Which sentence uses "away" correctly?

a) He is away for the weekend.
b) They are coming away to the party.
c) She is away at the store now.
d) It is a way to the destination.

Answer: a) He is away for the weekend.

5. Which idiom means to leave quickly?

a) Come here
b) Run away
c) Stay put
d) Give a hand

Answer: b) Run away