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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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Detect analogy: Yenisei : Orinoco : Mackenzie

Correct answer: C

A
These are small round hills.
B
These are sea ports.
C
These are names of rivers.
Correct
D
These are rich agricultural lands.
Explanation and memory cue

Yenisei, Orinoco, and Mackenzie are all names of major rivers located in different parts of the world, making option C the correct analogy.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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Choose the analogous pair: Taj Mahal : Agra

Correct answer: A

A
Eiffel Tower : France
Correct
B
Algeria : Africa
C
Cotton : Ahmedabad
D
Turkey : Asia
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy 'Taj Mahal : Agra' relates a famous monument to its location. Similarly, 'Eiffel Tower : France' relates a famous monument to its country, making option A the correct analogous pair.

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Synonyms

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Choose the similar word: Botany : Zoology : Cardiology

Correct answer: B

A
Morphology
B
Seismology
Correct
C
Pedology
D
Taxonomy
Explanation and memory cue

Botany, Zoology, and Cardiology are all scientific disciplines ending with '-logy' that study specific fields: plants, animals, and the heart, respectively. Seismology (B) is the study of earthquakes and is similar in form and scientific nature. Taxonomy (D) is the classification of organisms but is not a '-logy' discipline itself. Morphology is misspelled and should be 'Morphology'. Pedology is the study of soils, which is similar but less commonly known.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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Which of the following words is most closely related in root and meaning to Instill, Inside, and Inform?

Correct answer: B

A
Interview
B
Institute
Correct
C
Intent
D
Intelligent
Explanation and memory cue

The words Instill, Inside, and Inform all start with the prefix 'In-' and relate to the root 'stit' or 'form' indicating 'to put in' or 'to establish.' Among the options, 'Institute' shares the same root 'stit' meaning 'to establish,' making it the most similar in meaning and root to the given words.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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Detect the analogy: Viper : Krait : Mamba

Correct answer: C

A
These are boot polishes.
B
These are haunting spirits.
C
These are snakes.
Correct
D
These are insects living in bushes.
Explanation and memory cue

Viper, Krait, and Mamba are all types of snakes, making option C the correct analogy. The other options do not relate to these terms.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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Choose the analogous pair: Scythe : Reaping

Correct answer: B

A
Light : Shining
B
Shears : Cutting
Correct
C
Saws : Gluing
D
Screws : Turning
Explanation and memory cue

The pair 'Scythe : Reaping' shows a tool and its function. Similarly, 'Shears : Cutting' is a tool and its function, making option B the correct analogous pair. Other options do not correctly match tool-function relationships.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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Detect the analogy: Comets : Stars :: Stars : Satellites

Correct answer: D

A
They are shining masses.
B
They give out light.
C
They are rotating from left to right.
D
These are heavenly bodies.
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy compares 'Comets' to 'Stars' as 'Stars' relate to 'Satellites'. Both pairs consist of celestial or heavenly bodies, making option D the best fit. Other options are either factually incorrect or less relevant to the analogy.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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Choose the analogous pair: Jews : Synagogue

Correct answer: A

A
Parsis : Temple
Correct
B
Jains : Fire Temple
C
Buddhists : Pagoda
D
Hindus : Vedas
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy compares a group of people to their place of worship. Jews : Synagogue is a people-to-worship-place analogy. Parsis : Temple correctly matches this pattern, as Parsis worship in temples. Other options either mismatch the worship place or are not analogous pairs.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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Detect the analogy: Kwanza : Franc : Lempira

Correct answer: D

A
These are ancient towns.
B
These are princely States.
C
These are famous fishing grounds.
D
These are currencies.
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

Kwanza, Franc, and Lempira are all names of currencies used in different countries, making option D the correct analogy.

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Synonyms

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Choose the similar word: Liver : Heart : Kidney

Correct answer: C

A
Blood
B
Nose
C
Lung
Correct
D
Urine
Explanation and memory cue

Liver, Heart, Kidney, and Lung are all organs in the human body, making 'Lung' the most similar word among the options. 'Blood' and 'Urine' are substances, and 'Nose' is a body part but not an internal organ like the others.

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Synonyms

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Choose the word similar to Basket, Pail, and Pan:

Correct answer: B

A
Spoon
B
Bowl
Correct
C
Fork
D
Knife
Explanation and memory cue

Basket, pail, and pan are all containers used to hold or carry items. Among the options, 'Bowl' is also a container, making it the most similar word to the given set.

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Synonyms

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Choose the word most similar to Sodium, Potassium, and Zinc:

Correct answer: B

A
Sulphur
B
Calcium
Correct
C
Water
D
Iodine
Explanation and memory cue

Sodium, Potassium, and Zinc are all chemical elements, specifically metals. Calcium is also a metal element, making it the most similar word among the options. Sulphur and Iodine are non-metals, and Water is a compound, so they are less similar.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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Detect analogy: Hiss : Hoot : Trumpet

Correct answer: A

A
They are sounds made by certain creatures.
Correct
B
They are joyous cries of children.
C
They are sounds made by war-instruments.
D
The terms are used in connection with news.
Explanation and memory cue

Hiss, hoot, and trumpet are all sounds produced by certain creatures: hiss by snakes, hoot by owls, and trumpet by elephants. This makes option A the correct analogy. The other options do not accurately describe these sounds.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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Detect the analogy: Vesuvius : Etna :: Kilimanjaro : ?

Correct answer: A

A
These are sites of volcanoes.
Correct
B
These are hills of Italy.
C
These are island countries.
D
These lie in polar regions.
Explanation and memory cue

Vesuvius, Etna, and Kilimanjaro are all volcanoes located in different parts of the world, making option A the correct analogy. The other options are factually incorrect as Etna and Vesuvius are volcanoes in Italy, Kilimanjaro is a volcano in Africa, and none are hills, island countries, or in polar regions.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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Choose the analogous pair: Fan : Sweat

Correct answer: A

A
Fire : Smoke
Correct
B
Rain : Drought
C
Wind : Evaporation
D
Corp : Harvest
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy Fan : Sweat suggests a relationship where the first causes or affects the second. A fan helps reduce sweat by cooling. Similarly, Fire produces Smoke as a direct result. Therefore, Fire : Smoke is the correct analogous pair. Option B (Rain : Drought) is an antonymous pair, not analogous.

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Synonyms

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English

Choose the similar word: Peas : Gram : Pulses

Correct answer: C

A
Rice
B
Barley
C
Beans
Correct
D
Coconut
Explanation and memory cue

Peas and gram are types of pulses, which are edible seeds of legumes. Beans are also pulses, making option C the correct similar word. Rice and barley are cereals, and coconut is a fruit, so they are not similar to pulses.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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Detect the analogy: Love : Respect : Sympathy

Correct answer: B

A
They are sentiments.
B
They are feelings.
Correct
C
They are not reciprocal.
D
They cannot be displayed.
Explanation and memory cue

Love, respect, and sympathy are all feelings or emotions experienced by people. Option B correctly identifies their common nature, making it the best analogy choice.

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Synonyms

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Choose the word similar to Jute, Cotton, and Wool:

Correct answer: B

A
Terylene
B
Silk
Correct
C
Rayon
D
Nylon
Explanation and memory cue

Jute, cotton, and wool are all natural fibers obtained from plants or animals. Silk is also a natural fiber derived from silkworms, making it similar to the others. The other options (Terylene, Rayon, Nylon) are synthetic or semi-synthetic fibers.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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English

Detect the analogy: Crocodile : Chameleon : Tortoise

Correct answer: A

A
They are reptiles.
Correct
B
They have hard shells.
C
They live near water.
D
They keep on changing colour.
Explanation and memory cue

All three animals—crocodile, chameleon, and tortoise—are reptiles, which is the common analogy linking them. The other options are incorrect because not all have hard shells, live near water, or change color.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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Detect the analogy: Analects : Zend Avesta : Torah

Correct answer: D

A
These are places of worship.
B
These are three sects of Muslims.
C
These are names of religions.
D
These are names of religious books.
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

The Analects, Zend Avesta, and Torah are all names of religious texts associated with Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, and Judaism respectively, making option D the correct analogy.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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Choose the analogous pair: Relax : Work

Correct answer: D

A
Play : Cheat
B
Lunch : Dinner
C
Smile : Laugh
D
Fresh : Stale
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy 'Relax : Work' represents opposite actions or states. Among the options, 'Fresh : Stale' are clear opposites, matching the relationship in the question. 'Smile : Laugh' are related but not opposites, 'Play : Cheat' and 'Lunch : Dinner' do not represent opposites. Therefore, option D is the correct analogous pair.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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Detect analogy: Delhi : Agra :: Mathura : ?

Correct answer: D

A
They have been capitals of the country.
B
They have exquisite temples.
C
They have religious background.
D
They are situated on the bank of river Yamuna.
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

Delhi, Agra, and Mathura are all cities situated on the banks of the river Yamuna, making option D the correct analogy. While some of the other options may be partially true, the most precise and shared characteristic is their location along the Yamuna river.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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Detect analogy: Aphids : Weevils : Locusts

Correct answer: A

A
These are plant pests
Correct
B
These damage the wood.
C
These live inside the host.
D
These cause disease in cattle
Explanation and memory cue

Aphids, weevils, and locusts are all insects known for being plant pests, causing damage to crops and plants. The other options do not accurately describe all three insects.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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Choose the analogous pair: Bruise : Fall

Correct answer: C

A
Walk : Run
B
Wound : Antiseptic
C
Tipsy : Drink
Correct
D
Tonic : Health
Explanation and memory cue

The pair 'Bruise : Fall' shows a cause and effect relationship where a fall causes a bruise. Similarly, 'Tipsy : Drink' shows that drinking causes a person to become tipsy, making option C the correct analogous pair.

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Analogies (Related Pair of Words)

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English

Which of the following is the same as Flood, Fire, Cyclone?

Correct answer: A

A
Damage
Correct
B
Earthquake
C
Rain
D
Accident
Explanation and memory cue

Flood, Fire, and Cyclone are all types of natural disasters that cause damage. Among the options, 'Damage' best represents what these events have in common, whereas 'Earthquake' is another type of disaster but not the same as the given examples.