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451
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Aeroplane : Cockpit : : Train : ?
A
Wagon
B
Coach
C
Compartment
D
Engine

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on the place where the operator works. An aeroplane is controlled by a pilot from the cockpit. Similarly,a train is operated by a driver from the engine. Therefore,the correct alternative is Engine.
452
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Major : Battalion : : Colonel : ?
A
Company
B
Regiment
C
Army
D
Soldiers

Solution

(B) In the military hierarchy,a Major is an officer who commands a battalion. Similarly,a Colonel is an officer who commands a regiment. Therefore,the correct relation is Major : Battalion :: Colonel : Regiment.
453
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Wrist : Elbow :: Ankle : ?
A
Heel
B
Fingers
C
Foot
D
Knee

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on the anatomical position of joints in the human body.
The wrist is the joint located below the elbow.
Similarly,the ankle is the joint located below the knee.
454
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Heart : Pericardium : : Brain : ?
A
Bones
B
Head
C
Skull
D
Cranium

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on the protective covering of an organ.
The heart is protected by a membrane called the pericardium.
Similarly,the brain is protected by a bony structure known as the cranium.
Therefore,the correct alternative is cranium.
455
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Crow : Carrion :: Leech : ?$
A
Bugs
B
Blood
C
Meat
D
Bones

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the feeding habit: the first organism feeds on the second.
$Crow$ feeds on $Carrion$ (dead and decaying flesh).
Similarly,$Leech$ feeds on $Blood$.
456
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Insert : Extract :: Mighty : ?
A
Thin
B
Strong
C
Frail
D
Feeble

Solution

(D) The relationship between the words in the first pair is that they are antonyms (opposites). 'Insert' means to put something into something else,while 'Extract' means to remove or take something out.
Similarly,the opposite of 'Mighty' (which means powerful or strong) is 'Feeble' (which means weak or lacking physical strength).
Therefore,'Feeble' is the correct alternative.
457
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Perch : Fresh water : : ? : Salt water
A
Crocodile
B
Frog
C
Cod
D
Snake

Solution

(C) perch is a fresh water fish.
Similarly,a cod is a salt water fish.
458
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Ornithologist : Birds : : Anthropologist : ?
A
Plants
B
Animals
C
Mankind
D
Environment

Solution

(C) An $Ornithologist$ is a scientist who specializes in the study of birds.
Similarly,an $Anthropologist$ is a scientist who specializes in the study of mankind,including human societies,cultures,and their development.
459
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Ice : Coolness : : Earth : ?
A
Ocean
B
Forest
C
Weight
D
Gravitation

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on the property possessed by the first entity.
Ice inherently possesses the property of coolness.
Similarly,Earth inherently possesses the property of gravitation.
Therefore,the correct alternative is Gravitation.
460
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Ocean : Pacific :: Island : ?$
A
Greenland
B
Ireland
C
Netherlands
D
Borneo

Solution

(A) The given relation is based on the superlative degree of geographical features.
The $Pacific$ Ocean is the largest ocean in the world.
Similarly,$Greenland$ is the largest island in the world.
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Greenland$.
461
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Meat : Vegetarian :: Liquor : ?
A
Insane
B
Introvert
C
Teetotaller
D
Foolish

Solution

(C) person who does not consume meat is called a vegetarian.
Similarly,a person who abstains from consuming liquor (alcohol) is called a teetotaller.
Therefore,the correct alternative is Teetotaller.
462
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Amber : Yellow :: Caramine : ?$
A
Red
B
Green
C
Blue
D
Orange

Solution

(A) $Amber$ is a shade of yellow colour.
Similarly,$Caramine$ is a shade of red colour.
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
463
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Accommodation : Rent : : Journey : ?
A
Expense
B
Octroi
C
Freight
D
Fare

Solution

(D) The money paid for accommodation is known as rent.
Similarly,the money paid for a journey is known as fare.
464
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Deep : Shallow : : Freedom : ?
A
Prison
B
Discipline
C
Convict
D
Democracy

Solution

(A) The relation between 'Deep' and 'Shallow' is that they are antonyms (opposites).
Similarly,the antonym of 'Freedom' is 'Prison' (or captivity).
Therefore,the correct option is $A$.
465
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Head : Cap : : Finger : ?
A
Glove
B
Thimble
C
Nail
D
Thumb

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the object that covers a specific body part.
Head is covered by a cap.
Similarly,a finger is covered by a thimble.
466
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Proteins : Growth :: Carbohydrates : ?$
A
Energy
B
Strength
C
Resistance
D
Diseases

Solution

(A) Proteins are essential for the growth of the body.
Similarly,carbohydrates are the primary source of energy for the body.
467
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Wax : Wane :: Zenith : ?$
A
Nadir
B
Bottom
C
Fall
D
Depth

Solution

(A) The relationship between the given words is that they are antonyms.
$Wax$ means to increase in size or intensity,while $Wane$ means to decrease.
Similarly,$Zenith$ refers to the highest point reached by a celestial object or the peak of something,while $Nadir$ refers to the lowest point.
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Nadir$.
468
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Cells : Tissues : : Atoms : ?
A
Elements
B
Molecules
C
Electrons
D
Organs

Solution

(B) In biological organization,cells are the fundamental units that group together to form tissues.
Similarly,in chemical structure,atoms are the fundamental units that combine to form molecules.
469
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Girl : Beautiful :: Boy : ?
A
Smart
B
Heroic
C
Courageous
D
Handsome

Solution

(D) The relation is based on the aesthetic description of gender. The term 'Beautiful' is traditionally used to describe the physical attractiveness of a girl. Similarly,the term 'Handsome' is traditionally used to describe the physical attractiveness of a boy. Therefore,the correct alternative is 'Handsome'.
470
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Foundation : Edifice :: Constitution : ?
A
Government
B
State
C
Nation
D
Cabinet

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on the concept that the first term serves as the fundamental basis or structure for the second term.
$1$. $A$ $Foundation$ is the underlying base upon which an $Edifice$ (building) is constructed.
$2$. Similarly,a $Constitution$ is the fundamental legal and political framework upon which a $Nation$ is built and governed.
Therefore,the correct option is $C$.
471
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Taxonomy : Classification :: Pedology : ?
A
Nature
B
Farming
C
Soil
D
Mountain

Solution

(C) Taxonomy is the branch of science that deals with the classification of organisms.
Similarly,Pedology is the branch of science that deals with the study of soils,their formation,and their properties.
472
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Produce : Waste : : Contrast : ?
A
Match
B
Correct
C
Oppose
D
Contradict

Solution

(A) The relationship between the words in the given pair is that they are antonyms (opposites).
$1$. 'Produce' and 'Waste' are antonyms.
$2$. Similarly,the antonym of 'Contrast' is 'Match'.
$3$. Therefore,'Match' is the correct alternative.
473
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Nightingale : Warble : : Frog : ?
A
Yelp
B
Croak
C
Cackle
D
Squeak

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the sound produced by the animal. $A$ Nightingale produces a sound known as a 'Warble'. Similarly,a Frog produces a sound known as a 'Croak'. Therefore,the correct alternative is 'Croak'.
474
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Rondo : \text{Music} :: \text{Lay} : ?$
A
Song
B
Poem
C
Lyric
D
Story

Solution

(A) $Rondo$ is a specific musical form or composition.
Similarly,a $Lay$ is a type of short narrative poem or song.
Therefore,the correct relationship is $Rondo : \text{Music} :: \text{Lay} : \text{Song}$.
475
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Knife : Cut : : Axe : ?
A
Lacerate
B
Chop
C
Slice
D
Sever

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the tool and its primary function. $A$ $Knife$ is used to $Cut$,and similarly,an $Axe$ is used to $Chop$. Therefore,the correct alternative is $Chop$.
476
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Jama$ $Masjid$ : $Delhi$ : : $Red$ $Square$ : ?
A
Hyderabad
B
Moscow
C
New York
D
Lahore

Solution

(B) The relation provided is based on the location of famous landmarks.
$Jama$ $Masjid$ is a famous historical monument located in $Delhi$.
Similarly,$Red$ $Square$ is a famous city square located in $Moscow$,$Russia$.
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Moscow$.
477
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Video : Cassette :: Computer : ?$
A
Reels
B
Recordings
C
Files
D
Floppy

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on storage media. $A$ $Video$ is stored on a $Cassette$. Similarly,data or information on a $Computer$ is stored on a $Floppy$ (in the context of traditional storage media analogies).
478
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Leather : Cobbler : : Wood : ?
A
Furniture
B
Cottage
C
Carpenter
D
Mason

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on the raw material and the professional who works with it.
$A$ cobbler works with leather to make footwear.
Similarly,a carpenter works with wood to make furniture or other wooden items.
Therefore,the correct alternative is Carpenter.
479
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Deciduous : Willow : : Coniferous : ?
A
Lime
B
Spruce
C
Oak
D
Elm

Solution

(B) deciduous tree is a tree that sheds its leaves annually,and a willow is an example of a deciduous tree.
Similarly,a coniferous tree is a tree that bears cones and needles,and a spruce is an example of a coniferous tree.
Therefore,the correct alternative is Spruce.
480
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Earth : Sun : : Moon : ?
A
Orbit
B
Sky
C
Star
D
Earth

Solution

(D) The relationship given is based on the motion of celestial bodies. The Earth revolves around the Sun. Similarly,the Moon revolves around the Earth. Therefore,the correct alternative is Earth.
481
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Palaeography : \text{Writings} :: \text{Ichthyology} : ?$
A
Fishes
B
Whales
C
Oysters
D
Mammals

Solution

(A) $Palaeography$ is the study of ancient writings.
Similarly,$Ichthyology$ is the study of fishes.
482
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Bird : Wing :: Fish : ?
A
Gill
B
Fin
C
Tail
D
Scale

Solution

(B) In the given analogy,the relationship is based on the primary organ used for movement. $A$ bird uses its $Wing$ to fly,and similarly,a fish uses its $Fin$ to swim. Therefore,the correct alternative is $Fin$.
483
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Ottawa : Canada : : Canberra : ?
A
Argentina
B
Switzerland
C
Sri Lanka
D
Australia

Solution

(D) The relationship given is based on the capital city of a country.
Ottawa is the capital city of Canada.
Similarly,Canberra is the capital city of Australia.
Therefore,the correct alternative is Australia.
484
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Fruits : Basket :: Fishes : ?
A
Rip
B
River
C
Seine
D
Rill

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on a container and its contents. $A$ $Basket$ is used to hold or carry $Fruits$. Similarly,a $Seine$ (a type of fishing net) is used to catch or hold $Fishes$.
485
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Roentgen : $X$-rays : : Becquerel : ?
A
Uranium
B
Radioactivity
C
Fission
D
Superconductivity

Solution

(B) Wilhelm Roentgen is credited with the discovery of $X$-rays.
Similarly,Henri Becquerel is credited with the discovery of radioactivity. Therefore,the correct relation is Becquerel : Radioactivity.
486
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Painting : Artist : : Symphony : ?
A
Novelist
B
Poet
C
Essayist
D
Composer

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on the creator and their creation. An $Artist$ creates a $Painting$. Similarly,a $Composer$ creates a $Symphony$. Therefore,the correct alternative is $Composer$.
487
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Pongee : Silk : : Shallot : ?
A
Boat
B
Building
C
Ship
D
Stream

Solution

(A) The relation provided is based on classification. Pongee is a specific type of silk fabric. Similarly,a Shallot is a specific type of boat (often a small,flat-bottomed boat). Therefore,the correct alternative is Boat.
488
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Dawn : Dusk :: Inauguration : ?$
A
Invitation
B
Valediction
C
Repetition
D
Organisation

Solution

(B) The relationship between the given terms is that of antonyms or sequential opposites.
$Dawn$ is the beginning of the day,and $Dusk$ is the end of the day.
Similarly,$Inauguration$ is the beginning or opening ceremony of an event,and $Valediction$ is the act of saying farewell or the closing ceremony.
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Valediction$.
489
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Tectonics : Building :: Taxidermy : ?
A
Classification
B
Conserving
C
Stuffing
D
Collecting

Solution

(C) Tectonics is the science or art dealing with the process of building or construction.
Similarly,taxidermy is the art of preparing,stuffing,and mounting the skins of animals for display.
490
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Legend : Story : : Merlin : ?
A
Hawk
B
Eagle
C
Crow
D
Parakeet

Solution

(A) The relationship is that the first term is a specific type or example of the second term.
$A$ $Legend$ is a type of $Story$.
Similarly,a $Merlin$ is a type of $Hawk$ (specifically,a small falcon).
491
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Annihilation : Fire : : Cataclysm : ?
A
Earthquake
B
Flood
C
Emergency
D
Steam

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on the cause of destruction. Annihilation is a total destruction caused by fire. Similarly,a cataclysm is a violent upheaval or disaster,which is most appropriately associated with an earthquake in this context.
492
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Lemur : Monkey :: Rook : ?$
A
Cat
B
Crow
C
Vulture
D
Owl

Solution

(B) The relation is based on biological classification or family resemblance.
$Lemur$ is a primate that is closely related to the $Monkey$ family.
Similarly,$Rook$ is a bird that belongs to the $Crow$ family (Corvidae).
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Crow$.
493
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Vestry : Church : : Dispensary : ?
A
Laboratory
B
Hospital
C
School
D
Monastery

Solution

(B) $Vestry$ is a small room within a $Church$ where vestments are kept and meetings are held. Similarly,a $Dispensary$ is a small room or area within a $Hospital$ where medicines are prepared and distributed. Therefore,the relationship is that the first term is a specific functional unit or room located within the larger institution represented by the second term.
494
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Visitor : Invitation : : Witness : ?
A
Subpoena
B
Permission
C
Assent
D
Document

Solution

(A) visitor is given an invitation to attend an occasion.
Similarly,a witness is issued a subpoena to ensure their attendance at the court.
495
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Mash : Horse :: Mast : ?$
A
Cow
B
Monkey
C
Chimpanzee
D
Pig

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on the food consumed by the animal.
$Mash$ is a type of feed given to a $Horse$.
Similarly,$Mast$ (the fruit of forest trees like acorns or beechnuts) is the food consumed by a $Pig$.
496
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Good : Bad :: Virtue : ?$
A
Blame
B
Sin
C
Despair
D
Vice

Solution

(D) The relationship between the words in the first pair $(Good : Bad)$ is that they are antonyms (opposites).
Similarly,the antonym of $Virtue$ is $Vice$.
Therefore,the correct option is $D$.
497
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Igloos : Canada : : Rondavels : ?
A
Africa
B
Rangoon
C
Russia
D
Indonesia

Solution

(A) The relation is based on the type of traditional house and the region where it is commonly found.
Igloos are traditional dome-shaped houses found in Canada (specifically among the Inuit people).
Similarly,Rondavels are traditional circular houses with conical thatched roofs commonly found in Africa.
498
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Penology : Punishment : : Seismology : ?
A
Law
B
Liver
C
Earthquakes
D
Medicine

Solution

(C) Penology is the study of punishment.
Similarly,seismology is the study of earthquakes.
499
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Noise : Din :: Quiet : ?
A
Hush
B
Dumb
C
Gag
D
Mouth

Solution

(A) The relationship between the words is that the second word is a more intense or extreme form of the first word.
'Din' is a loud,unpleasant,and prolonged noise.
Similarly,'Hush' represents a state of extreme quiet or silence.
Therefore,the correct alternative is 'Hush'.
500
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Touch : Feel :: Greet : ?
A
Smile
B
Manners
C
Acknowledge
D
Success

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on the action and its corresponding result or perception.
Touch leads to the sensation of feeling.
Similarly,when you greet someone,the intended result or response is to acknowledge them.
Therefore,the correct alternative is Acknowledge.

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