Spell Bee Word: close

Basic Details

Word: Close

Part of Speech: Verb

Meaning: To shut something or to put something to an end.

Synonyms: Shut, Seal, Conclude

Antonyms: Open, Start, Begin

Idioms and Phrases

1. Close but no cigar: Used when someone almost succeeds but ultimately fails. Example: "He was close but no cigar when he answered the quiz question wrongly."
2. Close ranks: To unite to protect oneself or an organisation. Example: "The team decided to close ranks after the tough loss to support each other."

Usage Examples

Example 1: Please close the door gently so that the baby does not wake up.

Example 2: To close the meeting, the manager thanked everyone for their hard work.

Example 3: When the concert finished, the lights began to close down, signalling the end of the show.

Fun Fact

The word "close" has been used in English since the 14th century and comes from the Latin word "claudere," which means 'to shut'. It's interesting to see how this word has remained relevant across centuries!

Famous Quote

"When one door closes, another opens." Alexander Graham Bell

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "close" mean?

a) To shut something
b) To open something
c) To run
d) To jump

Answer: a) To shut something

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

a) Start
b) Seal
c) Run
d) Speak

Answer: b) Seal

3. Which of the following is an antonym of "close"?

a) Shut
b) Seal
c) Open
d) End

Answer: c) Open

4. Which sentence uses "close" correctly?

a) She decided to close the book on the table.
b) The cat hoped to close the fish.
c) They want to close the music up.
d) Let's close the car run.

Answer: a) She decided to close the book on the table.

5. Which idiom means that something almost succeeded?

a) Close ranks
b) Close but no cigar
c) Close the door
d) In close quarters

Answer: b) Close but no cigar