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Venerate : Worship :: Extol : ________?

Correct answer: A

A
Glorify
Correct
B
Homage
C
Compliment
D
Recommend
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy compares the relationship between 'Venerate' and 'Worship' to that between 'Extol' and 'Glorify'. Both pairs show a verb and its synonym or closely related action. 'Extol' means to praise highly, which aligns best with 'Glorify'.

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Reluctant : Keen :: Remarkable : ________?

Correct answer: A

A
Usual
Correct
B
Restrained
C
Striking
D
Evocative
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy is based on opposites: 'Reluctant' is the opposite of 'Keen'. Therefore, the word paired with 'Remarkable' should be its opposite. Among the options, 'Usual' is the antonym of 'Remarkable', while 'Striking' is a synonym. Hence, the correct answer is 'Usual'.

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Pigeon : Peace :: White flag : ________?

Correct answer: C

A
Friendship
B
Victory
C
Surrender
Correct
D
War
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy compares 'Pigeon' to 'Peace' because a pigeon (dove) symbolizes peace. Similarly, a 'White flag' symbolizes 'Surrender', making option C the correct answer.

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Matricide : Mother :: Homicide : ________?

Correct answer: A

A
Human
Correct
B
Children
C
Father
D
Apes
Explanation and memory cue

Matricide specifically means the act of killing one's mother. Homicide is a broader term that means the act of killing a human being in general, not a specific family member. Therefore, the correct analogy is Matricide : Mother :: Homicide : Human, since homicide refers to killing a human being, just as matricide refers to killing a mother.

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Chromite : Chromium :: Ilmenite : ______?

Correct answer: D

A
Limestone
B
Cobalt
C
Manganese
D
Titanium
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

Chromite is an ore from which chromium is extracted, similarly, ilmenite is an ore from which titanium is extracted. Therefore, the correct analogy is Ilmenite : Titanium.

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Growth : Death :: Increase : _______?

Correct answer: B

A
Ease
B
Decrease
Correct
C
Tease
D
Cease
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy compares opposite concepts: Growth is the opposite of Death, so Increase is the opposite of Decrease. Therefore, 'Decrease' correctly completes the analogy.

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Pesticide : Crop :: Antiseptic : ________?

Correct answer: A

A
Wound
Correct
B
Clotting
C
Bandage
D
Bleeding
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy compares a substance used to protect or treat something: a pesticide protects crops from pests, similarly, an antiseptic is used to treat wounds to prevent infection.

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Hong Kong : China :: Vatican : ________?

Correct answer: A

A
Rome
Correct
B
Mexico
C
Canada
D
Christianity
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy compares Hong Kong to China as a region to its country; similarly, Vatican is related to Rome as a city-state within the city of Rome. Therefore, the correct answer is Rome.

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Planet : Orbit :: Projectile : _______?

Correct answer: A

A
Trajectory
Correct
B
Track
C
Milky Way
D
Path
Explanation and memory cue

A planet moves along an orbit, and similarly, a projectile moves along a trajectory. Both 'orbit' and 'trajectory' describe the path followed by the object in motion, making 'Trajectory' the correct analogous term.

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Reading : Knowledge :: Work : ________?

Correct answer: A

A
Experience
Correct
B
Engagement
C
Employment
D
Experiment
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy 'Reading : Knowledge :: Work : ?' is about the relationship where the first word leads to or produces the second word. Reading leads to gaining knowledge, similarly, work leads to gaining experience. Therefore, 'Experience' is the best fit for the analogy, as it mirrors the process-outcome relationship seen in the first pair. 'Experiment' is not the best fit because work does not necessarily lead to an experiment, but rather to experience gained through effort and practice.

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Grain : Stock :: Stick : ________?

Correct answer: B

A
Heap
B
Bundle
Correct
C
Collection
D
String
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy compares a singular item to a collective noun representing a group of such items. 'Grain' is a single unit, and 'Stock' is a collection of grains. Similarly, a 'Stick' is a single unit, and a 'Bundle' is a collection of sticks. Therefore, 'Bundle' is the correct answer.

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English

Horse : Jockey :: Car : ________?

Correct answer: B

A
Mechanic
B
Chauffeur
Correct
C
Steering
D
Brake
Explanation and memory cue

A jockey is the person who rides and controls a horse, similarly, a chauffeur is the person who drives and controls a car. Hence, the correct analogy is 'Car : Chauffeur'.

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Paw : Cat :: Hoof : ______?

Correct answer: A

A
Horse
Correct
B
Lion
C
Lamb
D
Elephant
Explanation and memory cue

A paw is a part of a cat, just as a hoof is a part of a horse. This analogy tests the relationship between an animal and a part of its body.

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Professor : Lecture :: Doctor : ________?

Correct answer: D

A
Hospital
B
Disease
C
Medicine
D
Patient
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy compares a professional to the entity they typically interact with or serve. A professor delivers a lecture, similarly, a doctor treats a patient. Therefore, 'Patient' is the correct answer.

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Winter : Hibernation :: Summer : ________?

Correct answer: C

A
Survival
B
Activation
C
Aestivation
Correct
D
Cache
Explanation and memory cue

Hibernation is a state of inactivity during winter to survive cold conditions, while aestivation is a similar state of dormancy during summer to survive heat and drought. Thus, the analogy Winter : Hibernation :: Summer : Aestivation is correct.

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Deciduous : Willow :: Coniferous : ________?

Correct answer: B

A
Lime
B
Spruce
Correct
C
Oak
D
Elm
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy compares types of trees: Willow is a deciduous tree, so the corresponding coniferous tree is Spruce. Lime, Oak, and Elm are all deciduous trees, not coniferous.

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Nightingale : Warble :: Frog : _______?

Correct answer: B

A
Yelp
B
Croak
Correct
C
Cackle
D
Squeak
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy compares a nightingale to its characteristic sound, 'warble.' Similarly, a frog is known for its distinctive sound, 'croak.' Therefore, the correct answer is 'Croak.'

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Birds : Wing :: Fish : ________?

Correct answer: B

A
Gill
B
Fin
Correct
C
Tail
D
Scale
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy compares a bird to its wing, a primary body part used for movement. Similarly, a fish uses its fin for movement, making 'Fin' the correct answer.

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Anaemia : Blood :: Anarchy : ________?

Correct answer: A

A
Disorder
Correct
B
Monarchy
C
Government
D
Lawlessness
Explanation and memory cue

Anaemia is a disorder related to blood, so the analogy compares a condition to its related entity. Anarchy is a disorder or absence of order, so the correct analogy is 'Anarchy : Disorder'. 'Government' is not analogous to 'Blood' in this context.

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Accommodation : Rent :: Journey : ________?

Correct answer: D

A
Expense
B
Octroi
C
Freight
D
Fare
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy compares 'Accommodation' to 'Rent' as the payment for lodging, similarly 'Journey' relates to 'Fare' as the payment for travel. 'Fare' is the correct term for the cost of a journey, making option D correct.

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Misogamy : Marriage :: Misogyny : ________?

Correct answer: D

A
Children
B
Husband
C
Relation
D
Women
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

Misogamy means hatred of marriage, so the analogy pairs it with 'marriage'. Similarly, misogyny means hatred of women, so the correct pair is 'women'.

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Tectonics : Building :: Taxidermy : ________?

Correct answer: C

A
Classification
B
Conserving
C
Stuffing
Correct
D
Collecting
Explanation and memory cue

Tectonics is the science or process of building (structures of the earth's crust), so the analogous relationship is that taxidermy is the art or process of stuffing (preserving animals by stuffing their skins). Hence, 'Stuffing' is the correct analogy for taxidermy.

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Victory : Encouragement :: Failure : ________?

Correct answer: A

A
Sadness
Correct
B
Defeat
C
Anger
D
Frustration
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy pairs a positive outcome with its typical emotional response: Victory leads to Encouragement. Similarly, Failure typically leads to Sadness, making 'Sadness' the best fit to complete the analogy.

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Sorrow : Death :: Happiness : ________?

Correct answer: D

A
Love
B
Dance
C
Cry
D
Birth
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

The analogy compares 'Sorrow' to 'Death' as a cause or association, and similarly, 'Happiness' is associated with 'Birth'. Therefore, 'Birth' is the correct answer.

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Wine : Grapes :: Vodka : ________?

Correct answer: A

A
Potatoes
Correct
B
Apples
C
Oranges
D
Flour
Explanation and memory cue

Wine is made from grapes, and vodka is commonly made from potatoes (among other ingredients). Therefore, the correct analogy is Wine : Grapes :: Vodka : Potatoes.