Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

The analogy is based on the relationship between a young animal and its adult form. A 'Cub' is the young form of a lion or other large wild animals, and a 'Calf' is the young form of a cow. Similarly, a 'Kitten' is the young form of a cat. Therefore, the correct analogy is 'Cub : Calf :: Kitten : Cow' because 'Calf' is the young form of 'Cow', just as 'Kitten' is the young form of 'Cat'. Among the options, 'Cow' (option B) correctly completes the analogy as the adult form corresponding to 'Kitten'. 'Progeny' is a general term for offspring and does not fit the specific young-to-adult animal relationship in the analogy.

The question asks to choose a word similar to the given analogy: Sitar : Guitar : Tanpura. Both Sitar and Guitar are stringed musical instruments, and Tanpura is also a stringed instrument used in Indian classical music. Among the options, Violin (B) is a stringed instrument similar to Sitar, Guitar, and Tanpura, whereas Trumpet is a brass instrument, Harmonium is a keyboard instrument, and Mridanga is a percussion instrument.

A group of cattle is called a herd, and similarly, a group of sheep is called a flock. The other options refer to groups of different animals or people.

The analogy is based on the relationship between an action and the event or context in which it occurs. 'Vote' is an action that takes place during a 'Poll' (the event or process). Similarly, 'Ballet' is a form of dance, so the correct analogy would relate 'Ballet' to 'Participation' (engaging in the activity). Among the options, 'Participation' best fits as it implies involvement in ballet, just as voting is participation in a poll. The original answer 'Election' is unrelated to ballet and does not fit the analogy structure.

The analogy compares synonyms: 'Vigilant' means 'Alert', so 'Viable' corresponds to 'Feasible', which means capable of working successfully.

The analogy "Hunt : Pleasure : Panic" is ambiguous, but the best matching option is "Theft : Gain : Loss" because it reflects a cause-effect or related pair relationship: theft leads to gain for the thief and loss for the victim, similar to how a hunt can lead to pleasure (success) but also panic (danger). The previously given correct answer "A" (Death : Disease : Germs) does not fit well because the order is reversed (germs cause disease, which can cause death), and the analogy structure is unclear. Option D (Rain : Cloud : Flood) also shows a cause-effect relationship but does not align well with the emotional or experiential aspect of the original analogy. Option B (Game : Match : Win) is more about progression rather than cause-effect or emotional response. Therefore, option C is the best fit.

The analogy compares animals and a body part they have: Dog and Squirrel both have tails. Similarly, Horse and Ox both have horns. The other options do not maintain this consistent relationship.

Lion, Tiger, and Leopard are all carnivorous animals, meaning they primarily eat meat. Therefore, the correct analogy is 'Carnivorous' which describes their dietary habit.

Couplet, Sonnet, and Limerick are all forms of poetry. Therefore, the correct analogy is 'Poetry' as it is the category that encompasses all three forms.

The analogy compares a category to examples within that category: 'Carnivorous' is a category describing animals like 'Tiger' and 'Wolf'. Similarly, 'Fruit' is a category that includes examples like 'Mango' and 'Banana'. Option A correctly follows this pattern.

Judo, Karate, and Taekwondo are all names of martial arts, which is the clear analogy connecting the three terms. The other options are either incorrect or irrelevant to the analogy.

Graphite and diamond are allotropes of carbon, meaning they are different structural forms of the same element. Coke is also a form of carbon derived from coal, so the analogy relates to allotropes or forms of carbon.

The relationship is that ink is used with a pen to write on paper. Similarly, colour is used with a brush to paint on a canvas. Both represent a tool, its medium, and the surface where the product is applied.

The analogy 'Studio : Bombay : Stars' relates a place associated with a particular activity and its notable entities. Bombay (Mumbai) was historically known for its film studios that produced movies featuring stars (actors). Similarly, 'Ship : Madras : Harbour' relates a ship associated with Madras (Chennai), which is known for its harbour where ships dock. This maintains the place-activity-entity relationship, as the ship is linked to the harbour in Madras. Other options do not follow this pattern logically. The web search confirmed that Bombay was a major film studio center producing stars, and Madras is known for its harbour where ships dock, making option A the best analogy.

The analogy compares a city to its state: Bombay is a city in Maharashtra, similarly Trivandrum is a city in Kerala. Therefore, the correct answer is Kerala.

The analogy Pen : Pencil : Ink compares writing instruments and their associated material. Similarly, Cow : Milk : Curd relates an animal to a product it produces and a derivative product, making it the best match.

The words 'Giggle,' 'Titter,' and 'Guffaw' are all types of laughter. Therefore, the correct analogy is 'Laugh,' which encompasses all these expressions of laughter.

Wasp, cricket, and beetle are all types of insects, making 'Insects' the correct analogy category. The other options (Pathogens, Microbes, Pesticides) do not correctly classify these animals.

The analogy is about categorization: Coal and Iron are types of Minerals, and Mica is also a Mineral. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Minerals' which groups these substances together.

The analogy is about clothing items. 'Hat' and 'Coat' are both clothing items, so the pair should relate similarly to 'Trousers'. Among the options, 'Shirt' is a clothing item like 'Hat' and 'Coat', making it the correct analogy.

Cherries, berries, and apricots are all fruits that contain a hard stone or pit inside, classifying them as stone fruits. This is the key analogy connecting them.

Petrol, phosphorus, and cooking gas are all substances that are highly inflammable, meaning they catch fire easily. This is the key analogy linking them together.

Ebony, Rosewood, and Mahogany are all types of hardwood trees known for their dense, durable wood used in furniture and musical instruments. They are not coniferous, nor specifically trees of temperate regions, and while they can be used as fuel, their primary significance is as hardwoods.

James Bond, Sherlock Holmes, and Hercules Poirot are all famous fictional characters known for their detective or investigative roles in literature and media, making option C the correct analogy.

Rourkela, Bokaro, and Durgapur are all cities in India known for their large steel plants. This is the common analogy linking these three places.