Spell Bee Word: tower

Basic Details

Word: Tower

Part of Speech: Noun

Meaning: A tall, narrow structure that often stands on its own or as part of a building.

Synonyms: Spire, turret, skyscraper

Antonyms: Pit, hole, valley

Idioms and Phrases

1. To tower above: To be much taller or better than someone or something else. Example: "The old oak tree towers above all the other trees in the park."
2. Build castles in the air: To make plans or dreams that are unrealistic. Example: "She was always building castles in the air instead of focusing on achievable goals."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The tower of the old cathedral stood proudly against the blue sky, visible from miles away.

Example 2: We climbed to the top of the tower to get a better view of the city.

Example 3: The new office building is a remarkable tower that reshapes the skyline.

Fun Fact

Did you know that the Eiffel Tower in Paris was originally intended to be a temporary structure for the 1889 World’s Fair? It has since become one of the most iconic towers in the world!

Famous Quote

"The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and science." Albert Einstein (In reference to the awe inspired by great towers and structures).

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "tower" mean?

a) A large animal
b) A tall structure
c) A deep hole
d) A type of food

Answer: b) A tall structure

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

a) Skyscraper
b) House
c) Pond
d) Garden

Answer: a) Skyscraper

3. Which sentence uses "tower" correctly?

a) The tower swam in the river.
b) The tower sang beautifully.
c) The tower was the tallest in the city.
d) The tower chased the cat.

Answer: c) The tower was the tallest in the city.

4. Which idiom means to be taller or better than something else?

a) Build castles in the air
b) To tower above
c) Reach for the stars
d) In a nutshell

Answer: b) To tower above

5. What is the opposite of "tower"?

a) Hill
b) Skyscraper
c) Pit
d) Mountain

Answer: c) Pit