Analogy And Relationship Quiz
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In this analogy and relationship quiz, we’ll be seeing if you can discern the different types of relationships between the subjects of a handful of different analogies. Do you know what their different types are and what their uses are? Here are various questions to test your understanding of that. Let’s find out how well you understand this quiz! We wish best of luck to you. Have fun with it!
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Planet: Mars:: Fabric: ________
- A.
Flexible
- B.
Denim
- C.
Suit
- D.
Good
Correct Answer
B. DenimExplanation
The relationship between "Planet: Mars" is that Mars is a type of planet. Similarly, the relationship between "Fabric: Denim" is that denim is a type of fabric.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Mirror: shiny :: bulldozer: powerful What relationship is shown in this analogy?
- A.
Part to whole
- B.
Synonyms
- C.
Antonyms
- D.
Descriptive
Correct Answer
D. DescriptiveExplanation
The relationship shown in this analogy is descriptive. The word "mirror" is described as "shiny," and similarly, the word "bulldozer" is described as "powerful." The analogy is based on the descriptive qualities of the objects.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Rhyme: poetry :: Scales: _____
- A.
Snake
- B.
Ostrich
- C.
Rough
- D.
River
Correct Answer
A. SnakeExplanation
Rhyme is a characteristic feature of poetry, where words have similar sounds at the end of each line. Similarly, scales are a characteristic feature of snakes. Snakes have scales all over their bodies, which help them in various functions such as movement and protection. Therefore, the analogy between "Rhyme" and "Snake" can be understood as both being characteristic features of their respective categories - poetry and snakes.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Threatening: growl :: _____: rainbow
- A.
Colorful
- B.
Ominous
- C.
Weather
- D.
Rain
Correct Answer
A. ColorfulExplanation
The relationship between "threatening" and "growl" is that a growl is a sound that is often associated with something threatening. Similarly, a rainbow is a natural phenomenon that is often associated with something colorful. Therefore, the correct answer is "colorful."Rate this question:
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- 5.
Instant: gradual :: _____: quit What relationship is shown in this analogy?
- A.
Synonyms
- B.
Antonyms
- C.
Characteristic
- D.
None of these
Correct Answer
B. AntonymsExplanation
The relationship shown in this analogy is antonyms. The word "instant" is the opposite of "gradual," just as the word "quit" is the opposite of an unknown word.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Tag: game :: _____: gesture
- A.
Movement
- B.
Nod
- C.
Hopscotch
- D.
None of these
Correct Answer
B. NodExplanation
In the given analogy, the relationship between "game" and "gesture" is being asked. A gesture is a physical movement or action made to express something, just like how a game is a physical activity or competition involving rules and actions. Similarly, a nod is a specific type of gesture where one moves their head up and down to indicate agreement or understanding. Therefore, "nod" is the correct answer as it is a type of gesture, just like "game" is a type of physical activity.Rate this question:
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- 7.
School: homework :: orchestra: _____
- A.
Music
- B.
Ticket
- C.
Hall
- D.
Violin
Correct Answer
D. ViolinExplanation
The relationship between "school" and "homework" is that homework is a task or assignment that is typically given to students in school. Similarly, the relationship between "orchestra" and "violin" is that the violin is an instrument commonly played in an orchestra.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Haiku: poetry :: chameleon: reptile What relationship is shown in this analogy?
- A.
Synonyms
- B.
Descriptive
- C.
Part to whole
- D.
Both A & B
Correct Answer
C. Part to wholeExplanation
The relationship shown in this analogy is "part to whole." Just as a haiku is a type of poetry, a chameleon is a type of reptile. In both cases, the first term (haiku, chameleon) is a specific example or part of the second term (poetry, reptile).Rate this question:
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- 9.
Harvest: autumn :: _____: birthday
- A.
Spring
- B.
Cake
- C.
Costumes
- D.
Land
Correct Answer
B. CakeExplanation
The word "harvest" is associated with the season of autumn, as it is the time when crops are gathered. Similarly, the word "cake" is associated with the event of a birthday, as it is a common dessert that is often enjoyed during birthday celebrations.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Basketball: round :: penny: _____
- A.
Copper
- B.
Cent
- C.
Currency
- D.
Drink
Correct Answer
A. CopperExplanation
The analogy here is that basketball is round, just like a penny is made of copper. Both basketball and penny are being compared based on their shape or material.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Desert: habitat :: crossword: puzzle What relationship is shown in this analogy?
- A.
Object to location
- B.
Synonyms
- C.
Antonyms
- D.
Category
Correct Answer
D. CategoryExplanation
The relationship shown in this analogy is "category." A desert is a type of habitat, just as a crossword is a type of puzzle. Both terms belong to a specific category or group.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Cushion: pillow :: _____: tepid
- A.
Sofa
- B.
Cold
- C.
Lukewarm
- D.
Water
Correct Answer
C. LukewarmExplanation
The analogy in the given question is a type of relationship between two words. In this analogy, "cushion" is related to "pillow" as they are both synonyms for each other, meaning they refer to the same thing. Similarly, the word that would be related to "tepid" in the same way is "lukewarm" as they both mean the same thing, which is moderately warm.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Reject: accept :: _____: impress
- A.
Disappoint
- B.
Surprise
- C.
Approve
- D.
Disprove
Correct Answer
A. DisappointExplanation
The relationship between "reject" and "accept" is that they are opposites, with "reject" meaning to refuse or decline and "accept" meaning to agree or approve. Similarly, "disappoint" and "impress" are opposites, with "disappoint" meaning to let down or fail to meet expectations and "impress" meaning to make a strong positive impact or leave a favorable impression. Therefore, the correct answer is "Disappoint" as it is the opposite of "impress" in the same way that "reject" is the opposite of "accept".Rate this question:
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- 14.
Rules: game :: soldier: _____
- A.
Army
- B.
Warrior
- C.
Team
- D.
Office
Correct Answer
A. ArmyExplanation
The relationship between "game" and "soldier" is that a soldier is typically associated with the game of war. Similarly, the relationship between "soldier" and "army" is that a soldier is a member of an army. Therefore, "army" is the correct answer as it completes the analogy.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Furious: angry :: pocketbook: purse What relationship is shown in this analogy?
- A.
Descriptive
- B.
Category
- C.
Synonyms
- D.
None of these
Correct Answer
C. SynonymsExplanation
The relationship shown in this analogy is synonyms. The word "furious" is a synonym for "angry", just as "pocketbook" is a synonym for "purse". In both cases, the words have similar meanings and can be used interchangeably in certain contexts.Rate this question:
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