Spell Bee Word: medal

Basic Details

Word: Medal

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A small metal disc given as an award for achievement or a mark of honour.

Synonyms: Award, decoration, trophy

Antonyms: N/A

Idioms and Phrases

1. Gold medal performance: A term used to describe an excellent or outstanding performance. Example: "Her presentation was a gold medal performance, impressing everyone in the audience."
2. To win a medal: To achieve a reward for accomplishment, usually in sports. Example: "He trained hard for years to win a medal at the Olympics."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The athlete received a medal for finishing first in the marathon.

Example 2: She wore her grandmother's old medal proudly on her necklace.

Example 3: The science fair winners were excited to take home their medals during the ceremony.

Fun Fact

Did you know that the gold medals awarded at the Olympics are actually made mostly of silver? They are only plated with a thin layer of gold!

Famous Quote

"Winning isnt everything; its the only thing." Vince Lombardi

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "medal" mean?

a) A type of flower
b) A small metal disc given as an award
c) A kind of drink
d) A type of clothing

Answer: b) A small metal disc given as an award

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

a) Trophy
b) Balloon
c) Hat
d) Pencil

Answer: a) Trophy

3. Which sentence uses "medal" correctly?

a) The medal flew across the room.
b) She won a medal for her painting.
c) The medal was singing a song.
d) The medal jumped off the table.

Answer: b) She won a medal for her painting.

4. Which idiom means achieving something remarkable?

a) To win a medal
b) To take a hike
c) To pull someone's leg
d) To scratch the surface

Answer: a) To win a medal

5. What is the opposite of "medal"?

a) N/A
b) Ribbon
c) Badge
d) Plate

Answer: a) N/A