Spell Bee Word: reap

Basic Details

Word: Reap

Part of Speech: Verb

Meaning: To cut and collect crops or to receive something as a result of actions.

Synonyms: Gather, harvest, obtain, receive

Antonyms: Plant, sow

Idioms and Phrases

1. Reap what you sow: You will have to face the consequences of your actions. Example: "If you don’t study for the exam, you will reap what you sow when you receive your grades."
2. Reaping the rewards: Enjoying the benefits of your hard work. Example: "After working hard on his project, he is now reaping the rewards of his efforts with a top grade."

Usage Examples

Example 1: Farmers typically reap the corn in late summer when it is ready for harvest.

Example 2: She worked diligently all year, and now she is ready to reap the fruits of her labour.

Example 3: After planting the seeds in spring, they waited patiently to reap their garden's bounty in autumn.

Fun Fact

The word "reap" comes from the Old English word "repan," which means to cut. It is closely related to the practice of harvesting crops that has been essential for human survival for thousands of years.

Famous Quote

"You reap what you sow." – James Allen

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "reap" mean?

a) To plant a tree
b) To cut and collect crops
c) To cook food
d) To water plants

Answer: b) To cut and collect crops

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

a) Gather
b) Consume
c) Ignore
d) Forget

Answer: a) Gather

3. Which word is an antonym of "reap"?

a) Pick
b) Harvest
c) Plant
d) Collect

Answer: c) Plant

4. Which sentence uses "reap" correctly?

a) They decided to reap the garden in the spring.
b) She will reap her favourite book next week.
c) After the hard work, they began to reap rewards from their dedication.
d) He shall reap the flowers to enjoy their fragrance.

Answer: c) After the hard work, they began to reap rewards from their dedication.

5. Which idiom means you will face the consequences of your actions?

a) Reaping the rewards
b) Reap what you sow
c) Sow the seeds of doubt
d) Planting the seeds of change

Answer: b) Reap what you sow