Basic Details
Word: Pass
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To move or go beyond something; to give something to someone.
Synonyms: Transfer, convey, proceed
Antonyms: Halt, stop, remain
Idioms and Phrases
- Pass the buck: To avoid taking responsibility for something and instead pass it to someone else. Example: "When the project failed, he decided to pass the buck to his colleague."
- Pass with flying colours: To succeed very well in something. Example: "She studied hard and managed to pass with flying colours in her exams."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Please pass the salt so I can season my food.
Example 2: We need to pass through the tunnel to reach the other side of the mountain.
Example 3: To pass the time, we played games while waiting for our train.
Fun Fact
The word "pass" comes from the Old French word "passer," which means "to go across." It has been used in English since the late 14th century!
Famous Quote
"Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out." - Robert Collier
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "pass" mean?
a) To jump high
b) To move beyond or give something
c) To sleep
d) To run fast
Answer: b) To move beyond or give something
2. Which of these is a synonym of "pass"?
a) Stop
b) Convey
c) Sit
d) Cry
Answer: b) Convey
3. Which of these is an antonym of "pass"?
a) Move
b) Halt
c) Bring
d) Share
Answer: b) Halt
4. Which sentence uses "pass" correctly?
a) She decided to pass the test with no effort.
b) He will pass the ball to his friend during the game.
c) I saw the car pass backwards.
d) The children pass while jumping in the air.
Answer: b) He will pass the ball to his friend during the game.
5. Which idiom uses the word "pass"?
a) Standing in the way
b) Pass with flying colours
c) Make a mountain out of a molehill
d) Hold your horses
Answer: b) Pass with flying colours
