Spell Bee Word: into

Basic Details

Word: Into

Part of Speech: Preposition

Meaning: To a position or place inside something.

Synonyms: Inside, within

Antonyms: Out of, outside

Idioms and Phrases

1. Jump into the deep end: To start doing something that is difficult without preparation. Example: "When I started my new job, I felt like I jumped into the deep end with no training!"
2. Into the bargain: In addition to something else. Example: "I got a new bike, and into the bargain, it came with a helmet!"

Usage Examples

Example 1: She placed the toys into the box after playtime was over.

Example 2: The cat jumped into the garden, chasing after the butterflies.

Example 3: He poured the milk into the glass for his breakfast cereal.

Fun Fact

The word "into" comes from Old English, where it was originally used to express movement towards a place that is inside, showing how the language has evolved while still keeping its meaning close to the original.

Famous Quote

"The best way to predict the future is to create it." – Peter Drucker

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "into" mean?

a) Inside something
b) Outside something
c) Over something
d) Between two things

Answer: a) Inside something

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

a) Outside
b) Inside
c) Above
d) Around

Answer: b) Inside

3. Which sentence uses "into" correctly?

a) He ran into the house when it started to rain.
b) She went outside into the car.
c) The rabbit hopped into the sky.
d) The apple rolled into the floor.

Answer: a) He ran into the house when it started to rain.

4. Which idiom means to start doing something difficult?

a) Into the bargain
b) Jump into the deep end
c) Out of the woods
d) In for a penny

Answer: b) Jump into the deep end

5. What is the opposite of "into"?

a) N/A
b) Outside
c) Inside
d) Above

Answer: b) Outside