Spell Bee Word: help

Basic Details

Word: Help

Part of Speech: Verb / Noun

Meaning: Verb: To assist or support someone in doing something.
Noun: The act of providing assistance or support to someone in need.

Usage Contexts

1. General Communication: Can you help me solve this problem?
2. Customer Support: The help desk is available 24/7.
3. Emergency Situations: She shouted for help when she saw smoke.

Usage Examples

Example 1: I need someone to help me carry these boxes.

Example 2: The tutorial was a great help in understanding the concept.

Fun Fact

The word "help" has Old English roots and has remained largely unchanged for centuries. It's also famously used in the title of The Beatles' 1965 song "Help!".

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What is the primary function of the word help when used as a verb?

a) To decorate
b) To analyze
c) To assist
d) To criticize

Answer: c) To assist

2. Which sentence uses help as a noun?

a) Can you help me with this math problem?
b) She offered to help with the dishes.
c) He provided a lot of help during the move.
d) They help each other during exams.

Answer: c) He provided a lot of help during the move.

3. What would a help desk typically provide?

a) Furniture design
b) Medical aid
c) Customer support
d) Banking services

Answer: c) Customer support

4. Choose the synonym of help as used in this sentence: Please help me lift this.

a) Ignore
b) Assist
c) Delay
d) Observe

Answer: b) Assist

5. In which of the following is help used incorrectly?

a) She help her mother every day.
b) I need your help with the project.
c) Can you help me cook dinner?
d) Help is on the way.

Answer: a) She help her mother every day. (Correct form: "She helps")