Spell Bee Word: quickly

Basic Details

Word: Quick

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: Fast in movement or action; happening in a short time.

Synonyms: Rapid, speedy, swift

Antonyms: Slow, sluggish, leisurely

Idioms and Phrases

1. Quick as a flash: To do something very quickly. Example: "He grabbed the ball back quick as a flash!"
2. Quick on the uptake: Someone who understands things quickly. Example: "She's really quick on the uptake; she learned the song after just one listen."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The rabbit was quick, darting away as soon as it heard a noise.

Example 2: I need to be quick to finish my homework before dinner.

Example 3: She made a quick decision to join the basketball team.

Fun Fact

The word "quick" originates from the Old English "cwic," which means "alive" or "living." This shows how being quick is often associated with being active and energetic.

Famous Quote

"The quickest way to do many things is to do only one thing at a time." Victor S. Hugo

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "quick" mean?

a) Slow in movement
b) Fast in movement
c) Heavy in weight
d) Empty or vacant

Answer: b) Fast in movement

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

a) Leisurely
b) Rapid
c) Heavy
d) Weak

Answer: b) Rapid

3. Which is an antonym of "quick"?

a) Fast
b) Swift
c) Slow
d) Speedy

Answer: c) Slow

4. Which sentence uses "quick" correctly?

a) The quick turtle ran fast.
b) She was quick to finish the puzzle.
c) The quick sky was full of stars.
d) He felt quick on the sofa.

Answer: b) She was quick to finish the puzzle.

5. Which idiom means doing something quickly?

a) Slow and steady wins the race
b) Quick as a flash
c) Take your time
d) A stitch in time saves nine

Answer: b) Quick as a flash