Spell Bee Word: parade

Basic Details

Word: Parade

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A public celebration or procession in which people gather to watch performances, display, or celebrate something special.

Synonyms: Procession, march, display

Antonyms: N/A

Idioms and Phrases

1. Put on a parade: To show off or display something with great pride. Example: "She put on a parade with her new art collection, inviting all her friends to admire it."
2. March in the parade: To participate in a public event or celebration. Example: "He was excited to march in the parade for the school's anniversary."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The annual Christmas parade brought the whole community together to celebrate the festive season.

Example 2: The students prepared for weeks to showcase their talents in the school’s spring parade.

Example 3: During the pride parade, people waved flags and celebrated love and equality.

Fun Fact

Did you know that the first recorded parade took place in ancient Rome, where soldiers would march through the streets after a successful battle to celebrate their victory?

Famous Quote

"A parade is a way to show that we are happy and that we care, not just about ourselves, but about everyone around us." - Unknown

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "parade" mean?

a) A quiet gathering
b) A public celebration or procession
c) A kind of dance
d) A type of music

Answer: b) A public celebration or procession

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

a) Performance
b) Procession
c) Journey
d) Festival

Answer: b) Procession

3. Which sentence uses "parade" correctly?

a) The parade was filled with bright colours and joyful music.
b) The parade baked a delicious cake.
c) The parade decided to go for a walk.
d) The parade sang a song together.

Answer: a) The parade was filled with bright colours and joyful music.

4. Which idiom means to show off something?

a) Put on a parade
b) March in the parade
c) Beat around the bush
d) Bite the bullet

Answer: a) Put on a parade

5. What is the opposite of "parade"?

a) N/A
b) Picnic
c) Quiet
d) Gathering

Answer: a) N/A