Spell Bee Word: island

Basic Details

Word: Island

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A piece of land surrounded by water.

Synonyms: Isle, islet, cay

Antonyms: Mainland

Idioms and Phrases

1. Desert island: A remote and uninhabited island. Example: "They imagined living on a desert island with only their favourite books."
2. On an island: To feel isolated or alone. Example: "When she didn't get the invitation, she felt like she was on an island."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The tropical island is famous for its beautiful beaches and clear blue waters.

Example 2: She dreamed of sailing to a hidden island filled with treasure and adventure.

Example 3: The kids spent the afternoon exploring the small island in the lake.

Fun Fact

Did you know that there are about 1,800 islands in the Maldives, making it one of the most island-dense countries in the world?

Famous Quote

"An island is a piece of land surrounded by water, but it is also where you can find peace and solitude." Anonymous

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "island" mean?

a) A type of bird
b) A piece of land surrounded by water
c) A high mountain
d) A large forest

Answer: b) A piece of land surrounded by water

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

a) Forest
b) Isle
c) Ocean
d) Desert

Answer: b) Isle

3. Which sentence uses "island" correctly?

a) The island is where the fish swim.
b) The island spoke to the children.
c) The island flew in the sky.
d) The island was very tall.

Answer: a) The island is where the fish swim.

4. Which idiom refers to feeling isolated?

a) Desert island
b) On an island
c) Island hopping
d) A different island

Answer: b) On an island

5. What is the opposite of "island"?

a) Water
b) Mainland
c) Ocean
d) Wave

Answer: b) Mainland