Spell Bee Word: shoe

Basic Details

Word: Shoe

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A type of footwear that covers the foot and is typically made of leather, rubber, or fabric.

Synonyms: Footwear, sandal, boot

Antonyms: Barefoot

Idioms and Phrases

1. Step into someone else's shoes: To understand or experience a situation as someone else would. Example: "To really help my friend, I tried to step into her shoes and see things from her perspective."
2. Put yourself in someones shoes: To imagine oneself in another person's situation. Example: "Before judging, remember to put yourself in their shoesyou might feel the same way."

Usage Examples

Example 1: She bought a new pair of shoes that were perfect for the rainy weather.

Example 2: The little boy lost his shoe while playing at the park.

Example 3: Before the big race, the athlete carefully tied his running shoes to ensure they would not come off.

Fun Fact

Did you know that the oldest known shoe dates back to around 3500 BC? It was made from plant fibres and was discovered in Armenia, showing how long humans have been protecting their feet!

Famous Quote

"The shoe that fits one person pinches another; there is no recipe for living that suits all cases." Carl Jung

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "shoe" mean?

a) A type of animal
b) A type of clothing accessory
c) A type of footwear
d) A piece of furniture

Answer: c) A type of footwear

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

a) Boot
b) Table
c) Hat
d) Shirt

Answer: a) Boot

3. What is the opposite of "shoe"?

a) Sandal
b) Shoe
c) Barefoot
d) Sock

Answer: c) Barefoot

4. Which sentence uses "shoe" correctly?

a) He wore a shoe to school yesterday.
b) The shoe swims in the river.
c) She enjoyed the shoe to the concert.
d) The shoe danced beautifully at the party.

Answer: a) He wore a shoe to school yesterday.

5. What does it mean to "step into someone else's shoes"?

a) To walk in someone elses home
b) To take someone else's belongings
c) To understand someone else's experience
d) To buy the same shoes as someone else

Answer: c) To understand someone else's experience