Word: Scramble
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To mix things up in a confused way; to move quickly and carelessly.
Synonyms: Mix, jumble, scramble up
Antonyms: Arrange, sort, order
Example 1: The kids scrambled to gather their toys before the rain started.
Example 2: She scrambled the eggs and added cheese for breakfast.
Example 3: The rabbit scrambled through the bushes to escape from the fox.
Did you know that the word "scramble" can also refer to a style of cooking eggs, where they are mixed quickly in a pan, resulting in soft curds?
"To scramble for meaning is the essence of being human." Unknown
1. What does "scramble" mean?
a) To arrange neatly
b) To mix things in a confused way
c) To sing a song
d) To read a book
Answer: b) To mix things in a confused way
2. Which of these is a synonym of "scramble"?
a) Sort
b) Mix
c) Organise
d) Plan
Answer: b) Mix
3. Which is an antonym of "scramble"?
a) Mix
b) Jumble
c) Arrange
d) Rush
Answer: c) Arrange
4. Which sentence uses "scramble" correctly?
a) He scrambled the paper nicely on his desk.
b) They scrambled to get the best seats for the concert.
c) She scrambled the vegetables before serving them.
d) The dog scrambled quietly in the park.
Answer: b) They scrambled to get the best seats for the concert.
5. What does it mean to "scramble up"?
a) To fold clothes neatly
b) To climb quickly
c) To bake a cake
d) To draw a picture
Answer: b) To climb quickly
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