Spell Bee Word: scramble

Basic Details

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

Idioms and Phrases

1. Scramble for something: To compete or rush to get something. Example: "The children scrambled for the last piece of cake."
2. Scramble up: To climb or move quickly in a hasty manner. Example: "He scrambled up the hill to catch the bus."

Usage Examples

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.

Fun Fact

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?

Famous Quote

"To scramble for meaning is the essence of being human." Unknown

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

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