Spell Bee Word: prose

Basic Details

Word: Prose

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: Writing that is not in poetry form; it's like normal speech or sentences, used for storytelling, essays, and other forms of writing.

Synonyms: Writing, narration, composition

Antonyms: Poetry, verse

Idioms and Phrases

1. In prose: Refers to writing something in a straightforward manner without any poetic elements. Example: "He explained the rules of the game in prose, making it easy for everyone to understand."
2. Prose and cons: A play on the phrase “pros and cons,” meaning to look at the advantages and disadvantages of something. Example: "Let's weigh the prose and cons of going to the amusement park this weekend."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The novel was written in lovely prose, making it a joy to read.

Example 2: We studied various types of prose, including short stories and essays, in our literature class.

Example 3: Her essay flowed well, filled with descriptive prose that painted vivid pictures in the reader's mind.

Fun Fact

Did you know that prose has been used since ancient times? The word "prose" comes from the Latin word "prosa," meaning "straightforward" or "direct," reflecting how prose is easy to follow compared to poetry.

Famous Quote

"Prose is architecture, not interior decoration." Ernest Hemingway

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "prose" mean?

a) A type of poem
b) Writing in ordinary language
c) A musical composition
d) An artistic painting

Answer: b) Writing in ordinary language

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

a) Writing
b) Melody
c) Rhyme
d) Chant

Answer: a) Writing

3. What is the opposite of "prose"?

a) Narrative
b) Poetry
c) Story
d) Dialogue

Answer: b) Poetry

4. Which sentence uses "prose" correctly?

a) The prose of the song was very catchy.
b) He enjoys reading prose more than poetry.
c) The prose danced beautifully on the stage.
d) She painted her thoughts in prose.

Answer: b) He enjoys reading prose more than poetry.

5. What does "in prose" mean?

a) In a musical format
b) In a straightforward manner
c) In a colourful way
d) In a poetic form

Answer: b) In a straightforward manner