Analogies Gr 6
Analogies show comparison between two things have similar features.
Example Apple is to tree as milk is to cow
Questions and Answers
- 1.
1. truck is to transport as oven is to ___
- A.
Boil
- B.
Cook
- C.
Bake
- D.
Fry
Correct Answer
C. BakeExplanation
The analogy between "truck" and "transport" suggests that the truck is a means of transportation. Similarly, the analogy between "oven" and "bake" implies that the oven is a tool or device used for baking. Therefore, "bake" is the correct answer as it relates to the function or purpose of an oven.Rate this question:
-
- 2.
2. come is to came as ride is to ___
- A.
Ridden
- B.
Ride
- C.
Rode
- D.
Rowed
Correct Answer
C. RodeExplanation
The word "come" is the base form of the verb, while "came" is the past tense form. Similarly, "ride" is the base form of the verb, so the correct past tense form would be "rode." Therefore, the correct answer is "rode."Rate this question:
-
- 3.
3. fatigue is to yawning as itching is to ___
- A.
Scratching
- B.
Scraping
- C.
Rubbing
- D.
Wrapping
Correct Answer
A. ScratchingExplanation
Fatigue often leads to yawning as a natural response to tiredness. Similarly, itching is relieved by scratching, which is a common and instinctive action to alleviate the discomfort caused by itchiness. Scratching involves using the nails or fingers to rub or scrape the affected area, providing temporary relief. Therefore, the analogy between fatigue and yawning can be extended to itching and scratching as they both represent a cause-and-effect relationship.Rate this question:
-
- 4.
4. fish is to swimming as bird is to ___
- A.
Chirping
- B.
Flying
- C.
Diving
- D.
Hopping
Correct Answer
B. FlyingExplanation
The analogy presented in the question is comparing the action that a fish does (swimming) with the action that a bird does. Since fish swim in water, the most logical action for a bird to do in the analogy would be flying, as birds are known for their ability to fly in the air. Therefore, the correct answer is flying.Rate this question:
-
- 5.
5. rotation : earth as spinning :
- A.
Top
- B.
Planet
- C.
Sun
- D.
Moon
Correct Answer
C. SunExplanation
Rotation is the action of an object turning around its own axis. In the context of the question, rotation is specifically related to the Earth's movement. Similarly, spinning refers to the action of an object rotating rapidly around a central point. The only option that aligns with this relationship is the "sun," as the sun also rotates on its axis.Rate this question:
-
- 6.
6. phone is to talk as television is to ___
- A.
Hear
- B.
Watch
- C.
Walk
- D.
Talk
Correct Answer
B. WatchExplanation
The analogy in this question is comparing the function of a phone to the function of a television. A phone is primarily used for talking, so the correct answer would be an activity that is primarily associated with a television. Watching is the most appropriate activity that is commonly done with a television, making "watch" the correct answer.Rate this question:
-
- 7.
7. lawyer is to court as doctor is to ___
- A.
Play-field
- B.
Stage
- C.
Garage
- D.
Hospital
Correct Answer
D. HospitalExplanation
A lawyer typically works in a court, whereas a doctor typically works in a hospital. Both professions are associated with specific locations where they practice their respective professions. Therefore, the correct analogy is that a lawyer is to court as a doctor is to a hospital.Rate this question:
-
- 8.
9. large : big : shout : ___
- A.
Cry
- B.
Scream
- C.
Anxious
- D.
Sob
Correct Answer
B. ScreamExplanation
The relationship between "large" and "big" is that they are synonyms, meaning they have similar meanings. Similarly, "shout" and "scream" are also synonyms, as they both refer to raising one's voice loudly. Therefore, the correct answer is "scream" because it is the synonym for "shout" just like "big" is the synonym for "large".Rate this question:
-
- 9.
9. bear : den : bat : ___
- A.
Hive
- B.
Cave
- C.
Nest
- D.
Floor
Correct Answer
B. CaveExplanation
The relationship between the words "bear" and "den" is that a bear typically lives in a den. Similarly, a bat typically lives in a cave. Therefore, the correct answer is "cave" as it represents the habitat or dwelling place of the animal mentioned in the first word.Rate this question:
-
- 10.
11. hot : cold : sweet : ___
- A.
Tasteless
- B.
Sour
- C.
Salty
- D.
Peppery
Correct Answer
B. SourExplanation
The analogy in this question is based on the opposite nature of the words. "Hot" is the opposite of "cold," and "sweet" is the opposite of "sour." Therefore, the missing word should be the opposite of "sour," which is "sweet."Rate this question:
-
- 11.
11. wheel : car : branch : ___
- A.
Tree
- B.
Leaf
- C.
Flower
- D.
Root
Correct Answer
A. TreeExplanation
The relationship between "wheel" and "car" is that a wheel is a part of a car. Similarly, a "branch" is a part of a "tree". Therefore, the correct answer is "tree".Rate this question:
-
- 12.
12. hand : glove : foot : ___
- A.
Toe
- B.
Sock
- C.
Shoe
- D.
Slipper
Correct Answer
B. SockExplanation
The relationship between hand and glove is that a glove is worn on the hand. Similarly, the relationship between foot and sock is that a sock is worn on the foot. Therefore, the correct answer is sock.Rate this question:
-
- 13.
13. ruler : measures : scissors : ___
- A.
Cut
- B.
Sew
- C.
Knit
- D.
Crochet
Correct Answer
A. CutExplanation
Rulers are tools used to measure length or distance. Similarly, scissors are tools used to cut various materials such as paper, fabric, or hair. Therefore, the relationship between ruler and measures is that a ruler is used to perform measurements, while the relationship between scissors and cut is that scissors are used to perform cuts.Rate this question:
-
- 14.
14. Musician : instrument : singer : ___
- A.
Flute
- B.
Choir
- C.
Voice
- D.
Song
Correct Answer
C. VoiceExplanation
This analogy is based on the relationship between a musician and their instrument. In this analogy, a singer is compared to a musician, implying that the singer uses their voice as their instrument. Therefore, the correct answer is "voice".Rate this question:
-
- 15.
15. goose : gaggle : bees : ___
- A.
Swarm
- B.
School
- C.
Group
- D.
Plague
Correct Answer
A. SwarmExplanation
The analogy here is that a group of geese is called a gaggle, similarly, a group of bees is called a swarm. Therefore, the correct term for a group of bees is "swarm".Rate this question:
-
- 16.
Correct the underlined word 16. fish : burrow : bird : nest
- A.
Den
- B.
Burrow
- C.
Aquarium
- D.
Glass
Correct Answer
C. AquariumExplanation
The correct answer is "aquarium" because the relationship between the words is that a fish lives in an aquarium, just like a bird lives in a nest. The word "burrow" is a distractor and does not fit the relationship.Rate this question:
-
- 17.
Correct the underlined word 17. lion : carnivore : rhino : vertebrate
- A.
Amphibian
- B.
Herbivore
- C.
Reptile
- D.
Omnivore
Correct Answer
B. HerbivoreExplanation
The correct answer is "herbivore". The relationship between the words in the given set is that a lion is a carnivore, which means it primarily eats meat. Similarly, a rhino is a herbivore, which means it primarily eats plants. Therefore, the correct word to replace "vertebrate" in the set would be "herbivore".Rate this question:
-
- 18.
Correct the underlined word 18.doze : sleep : tiptoe : run
- A.
Walk
- B.
Flat
- C.
Swim
- D.
Shuffle
Correct Answer
A. WalkExplanation
The word "doze" is a synonym for "sleep." Similarly, "tiptoe" is a synonym for "walk." Therefore, the correct answer is "walk."Rate this question:
-
- 19.
Correct the underlined word 19. mend : sewing : edit : trowel
- A.
Repair
- B.
Manuscript
- C.
Makeshift
- D.
Building
Correct Answer
B. ManuscriptExplanation
The word "mend" is related to sewing, as it means to repair or fix something, typically clothing, by sewing it. Similarly, the word "edit" is related to a manuscript, as it means to make changes or corrections to a written document. Therefore, the correct answer is "manuscript" because it is the word that is most closely related to "edit" in the same way that "sewing" is related to "mend".Rate this question:
-
- 20.
Correct the underlined word 20. piercing : grind : hushed : whisper
- A.
Watch
- B.
Siren
- C.
Ears
- D.
Giggle
Correct Answer
B. SirenExplanation
The correct answer is "siren" because the word "piercing" is used to describe a loud and high-pitched sound, typically associated with a siren. The other options (grind, hushed, whisper) do not have the same association with a loud sound.Rate this question:
-
Quiz Review Timeline +
Our quizzes are rigorously reviewed, monitored and continuously updated by our expert board to maintain accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.
-
Current Version
-
Feb 07, 2024Quiz Edited by
ProProfs Editorial Team -
May 31, 2020Quiz Created by
Bctarr
Back to top