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551
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Vine : Grapes : : Poppy : ?
A
Opium
B
Tobacco
C
Pears
D
Pineapple

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on the source and the product obtained from it.
Vine is the plant from which Grapes are obtained.
Similarly,Opium is obtained from the Poppy plant.
Therefore,the correct alternative is Opium.
552
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Salve : Ointment : : Sauterne : ?
A
Drink
B
Wine
C
Beverage
D
Drug

Solution

(B) salve is a type of ointment,which is a medicinal preparation applied to the skin. Similarly,a sauterne is a specific type of sweet white wine. Therefore,the correct relation is that sauterne is a wine.
553
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Xylograph : \text{Engraving} :: \text{Diorama} : ?$
A
Painting
B
Exhibition
C
Colouring
D
Staging

Solution

(B) $Xylograph$ is a type of wood engraving or a print made from a wood block. Similarly,a $Diorama$ is a model representing a scene with three-dimensional figures,often used in an exhibition or a display. In the context of analogies,both terms represent specific forms of artistic presentation or display techniques. Therefore,$Diorama$ is most closely associated with $Exhibition$.
554
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Sepia : \text{Cuttle fish} :: \text{Merino} : ?$
A
Camel
B
Goat
C
Sheep
D
Llama

Solution

(C) $Sepia$ is a pigment/material obtained from the ink sac of a cuttlefish.
Similarly,$Merino$ is a breed of sheep known for its high-quality wool,and the term is used to refer to the wool obtained from these sheep.
555
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Nark : Spy :: Shyster : ?$
A
Police
B
Robber
C
Judge
D
Lawyer

Solution

(D) $Nark$ is a slang term for a spy or an informant.
Similarly,a $Shyster$ is a slang term for a dishonest or unscrupulous lawyer.
556
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Funk : \text{Vitamins} :: \text{Curie} : ?$
A
Uranium
B
Radium
C
Radioactivity
D
Photography

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the discovery of scientific entities.
$Funk$ is credited with the discovery of vitamins.
Similarly,$Marie$ $Curie$ is famously credited with the discovery of the element radium.
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Radium$.
557
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Virology : Virus :: Semantics : ?$
A
Amoeba
B
Language
C
Nature
D
Society

Solution

(B) $Virology$ is the scientific study of viruses.
Similarly,$Semantics$ is the branch of linguistics and logic concerned with meaning,which deals with the study of $Language$.
558
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Yaws : Skin : : Thrush : ?
A
Legs
B
Eyes
C
Belly
D
Throat

Solution

(D) The given relation is based on the pattern: (Disease : Body part affected).
$1$. Yaws is a chronic skin infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum pertenue,which primarily affects the skin.
$2$. Similarly,Thrush (oral candidiasis) is a fungal infection caused by Candida albicans,which primarily affects the mouth and throat.
Therefore,the correct alternative is Throat.
559
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
Pituitary : Brain :: Thymus : ?
A
Larynx
B
Spinal cord
C
Throat
D
Chest

Solution

(D) The Pituitary gland is located in the brain.
Similarly,the Thymus gland is located in the chest cavity.
560
MediumMCQ
Choose the correct alternative for the given relation.
$Vicuna : Camel :: Rebec : ?$
A
Violin
B
Trumpet
C
Harp
D
Harmonium

Solution

(A) The relation is based on classification or similarity.
$Vicuna$ is a South American camelid,which is biologically related to the $Camel$ family.
Similarly,a $Rebec$ is a medieval stringed musical instrument that is considered an ancestor or a close relative of the modern $Violin$.
561
MediumMCQ
Doctor is related to Patient in the same way as Lawyer is related to......... ?
A
Customer
B
Accused
C
Magistrate
D
Client

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on a professional service provider and the person receiving that service. $A$ doctor provides medical services to a patient. Similarly,a lawyer provides legal services to a client. Therefore,the correct answer is Client.
562
MediumMCQ
Museum is related to Curator in the same way as Prison is related to.........?
A
Manager
B
Monitor
C
Jailor
D
Warden

Solution

(C) $Curator$ is the person who manages or is in charge of a $Museum$. Similarly,a $Jailor$ is the person who manages or is in charge of a $Prison$.
563
MediumMCQ
Soap is related to Wash in the same way as Broom is related to
A
Clean
B
Dust
C
Sweep
D
Floor

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on the function performed by the object. Soap is used to perform the action of washing. Similarly,a broom is used to perform the action of sweeping.
564
MediumMCQ
Wax is related to Grease in the same way as Milk is related to:
A
Drink
B
Ghee
C
Curd
D
Protein

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the process of derivation or transformation. Wax is a raw material or base used to produce or refine into grease. Similarly,milk is the raw material used to produce ghee. Therefore,the correct relationship is Milk to Ghee.
565
MediumMCQ
Bread is related to Bakery in the same way as Brick is related to.........?
A
Mint
B
Kiln
C
Furnace
D
Mine

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the place of production. Bread is produced in a Bakery. Similarly,bricks are manufactured or baked in a Kiln.
566
MediumMCQ
Sword is related to Slaughter in the same way as Scalpel is related to:
A
Murder
B
Stab
C
Surgery
D
Chopping

Solution

(C) sword is a tool used for the act of slaughter. Similarly,a scalpel is a specialized surgical instrument used for the act of surgery. Therefore,the relationship is based on the tool and its primary function or associated activity.
567
MediumMCQ
Life is related to Autobiography in the same way as Witness is related to:
A
Papers
B
Truth
C
Documents
D
Acceptance

Solution

(C) An autobiography is a written account of a person's life. Similarly,a document is a written account or record provided by a witness to support their testimony. Therefore,Witness is related to Documents.
568
MediumMCQ
Chef is related to Restaurant in the same way as Druggist is related to:
A
Medicine
B
Pharmacy
C
Store
D
Chemist

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the workplace. $A$ $Chef$ works in a $Restaurant$. Similarly,a $Druggist$ works in a $Pharmacy$.
569
MediumMCQ
Jade is related to Green in the same way as Garnet is related to:
A
Blue
B
Orange
C
Red
D
Yellow

Solution

(C) Jade is a precious stone that is typically green in color. Similarly,Garnet is a precious stone that is typically red in color. Therefore,Garnet is related to Red.
570
MediumMCQ
Dancer is related to Stage in the same way as Minister is related to,...........?
A
Pulpit
B
Assembly
C
Parliament
D
State

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on the workplace or the environment where the professional performs their duties. $A$ dancer performs their art on a stage. Similarly,a minister performs their legislative and administrative duties in the Parliament.
571
MediumMCQ
Ecology is related to Environment in the same way as Histology is related to........?
A
Fossils
B
History
C
Tissues
D
Hormones

Solution

(C) Ecology is the scientific study of the interactions among organisms and their environment.
Similarly,Histology is the branch of biology that deals with the microscopic study of the structure of tissues.
572
MediumMCQ
Life is related to Death in the same way as Hope is related to.........?
A
Sad
B
Despair
C
Pain
D
Cry

Solution

(B) The relationship between the given words is based on antonyms.
Life is the opposite of Death.
Similarly,the opposite of Hope is Despair.
Therefore,Hope is related to Despair.
573
MediumMCQ
Hooke is related to Cells in the same way as Mulder is related to...........?
A
Carbohydrates
B
Minerals
C
Vitamins
D
Proteins

Solution

(D) Robert Hooke is credited with the discovery of cells in $1665$ while examining cork slices under a microscope.
Similarly,Gerardus Johannes Mulder is known for his work on the chemical composition of proteins and is credited with coining the term 'protein' in $1838$.
574
MediumMCQ
Needle is related to Thread in the same way as Pen is related to.........
A
Ink
B
Cap
C
Paper
D
Word

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on functional dependency: a needle requires thread to perform its primary function of sewing. Similarly,a pen requires ink to perform its primary function of writing. Therefore,the second item is essential for the operation of the first.
575
MediumMCQ
Auger is related to Carpenter in the same way as Awl is related to.......
A
Sculptor
B
Cobbler
C
Chef
D
Mason

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the tool used by a professional. An Auger is a tool used by a Carpenter for boring holes in wood. Similarly,an Awl is a pointed tool used by a Cobbler for piercing holes in leather or other materials.
576
MediumMCQ
Birds are related to Aviary in the same way as Bees are related to.........
A
Aquarium
B
Hive
C
Brewery
D
Apiary

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on the place where the animals are kept or reared. An $Aviary$ is a large enclosure for keeping birds. Similarly,an $Apiary$ is a place where bees are kept and reared for their honey.
577
MediumMCQ
Resign is related to Politician in the same way as Abdicate is related to.......
A
Prince
B
King
C
Realm
D
Throne

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the act of leaving a position voluntarily. $A$ $Politician$ resigns from their post,while a $King$ abdicates their position (throne).
578
MediumMCQ
Scissors is related to Cloth in the same way as Scythe is related to........
A
Wood
B
Steel
C
Grass
D
Paper

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on the function of the tool. Scissors are used to cut cloth. Similarly,a scythe is a tool used for cutting grass or harvesting crops. Therefore,Scythe is related to Grass.
579
MediumMCQ
Gardener is related to Trowel in the same way as Seamstress is related to.......
A
Saw
B
Scissors
C
Sneakers
D
Crowbar

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the tool used by a professional. $A$ gardener uses a trowel for digging or planting. Similarly,a seamstress uses scissors for cutting fabric.
580
MediumMCQ
Prose is related to Writing in the same way as Lisp is related to.........
A
Reading
B
Music
C
Speech
D
Drawing

Solution

(C) The relationship is that the first term is a specific form or type of the second term.
Prose is a form of writing.
Similarly,a Lisp is a specific type of speech defect or impediment.
Therefore,Lisp is related to Speech.
581
MediumMCQ
Cub is related to Tiger in the same way as Fawn is related to.......
A
Stag
B
Monkey
C
Ass
D
Sheep

Solution

(A) The relationship is based on the animal and its young one. $A$ $Cub$ is the young one of a $Tiger$. Similarly,a $Fawn$ is the young one of a $Stag$ (or $Deer$). Therefore,$Fawn$ is related to $Stag$.
582
MediumMCQ
Sirius is related to Star in the same way as Cygnus is related to.........
A
Constellation
B
Asteroid
C
Galaxy
D
Meteor

Solution

(A) Sirius is a specific star. Similarly,Cygnus is a specific constellation. Therefore,the relationship is that of an individual member to its category.
583
MediumMCQ
Radical is related to Moderate in the same way as Revolution is related to....
A
Change
B
Chaos
C
Peace
D
Reformation

Solution

(D) The relationship between 'Radical' and 'Moderate' is that they are antonyms (opposites). $A$ 'Radical' person advocates for extreme or fundamental change,while a 'Moderate' person prefers balanced or middle-ground views. Similarly,a 'Revolution' involves a sudden,radical,and complete change,whereas 'Reformation' involves a gradual,controlled,and corrective change. Therefore,'Reformation' is the most appropriate antonym in this context.
584
MediumMCQ
Mathematics is related to Numbers in the same way as History is related to.....
A
People
B
Events
C
Dates
D
Wars

Solution

(B) Mathematics is the study or theory of numbers. Similarly,History is the study or record of past events. Therefore,History is related to Events.
585
MediumMCQ
Bag is related to Luggage in the same way as Ship is related to........
A
coal
B
Stock
C
Cargo
D
Weight

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on the load carried by the container or vehicle. $A$ bag carries luggage,and similarly,a ship carries cargo.
586
MediumMCQ
Anthropology is related to Man in the same way as Anthology is related to
A
Nature
B
Trees
C
Apes
D
Poems

Solution

(D) Anthropology is the scientific study of humans,human behavior,and societies.
Similarly,an anthology is a collection of literary works,such as poems,short stories,or plays,usually by various authors.
587
MediumMCQ
What is related to Leaves in the same way as Chatter is related to Teeth?
A
Whistle
B
Ripple
C
Rustle
D
Cackle

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on the sound produced by an object.
Chatter is the sound produced by Teeth.
Similarly,Rustle is the sound produced by Leaves.
588
MediumMCQ
Lion is related to Prowl in the same way as Bear is related to:
A
Frisk
B
Lumber
C
Stride
D
Bound

Solution

(B) The relationship is based on the characteristic movement of the animal. $A$ lion moves by prowling,and similarly,a bear moves by lumbering. Therefore,the second word describes the manner of walking of the first animal.
589
MediumMCQ
Mirror is related to Reflection in the same way as Water is related to.......
A
Conduction
B
Dispersion
C
Immersion
D
Refraction

Solution

(D) Light rays falling on a mirror undergo reflection. Similarly,light rays falling on water undergo refraction as it is a transparent medium.
590
MediumMCQ
Firm is related to Flabby in the same way as Piquant is related to..........?
A
Bland
B
Salty
C
Pleasant
D
Small

Solution

(A) The relationship between the given words is that they are antonyms (opposites) of each other.
'Firm' is the opposite of 'Flabby'.
Similarly,'Piquant' (having a pleasantly sharp taste or appetizing flavor) is the opposite of 'Bland' (lacking strong flavor or character).
591
MediumMCQ
Wood is related to Charcoal in the same way as Coal is related to:
A
Fire
B
Smoke
C
Coke
D
Ash

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on the process of derivation: Charcoal is obtained by the partial combustion or destructive distillation of Wood. Similarly,Coke is obtained by the destructive distillation of Coal.
592
MediumMCQ
Drama is related to Scene in the same way as Book is related to.......
A
story
B
Page
C
Chapter
D
Author

Solution

(B) drama is composed of several scenes,where a scene is a smaller unit of the drama. Similarly,a book is composed of several pages,where a page is a smaller unit of the book. Therefore,the second term is a unit of the first term.
593
MediumMCQ
Betel is related to Chew in the same way as Football is related to
A
Play
B
Run
C
Roll
D
Kick

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on the object and its primary action.
Betel is an object that is consumed by the action of chewing.
Similarly,Football is an object that is played by the action of kicking.
594
MediumMCQ
Motorcycle is related to Battery in the same way as Life is related to..........?
A
Earth
B
Sun
C
Moon
D
Star

Solution

(B) motorcycle depends on a battery as its primary source of energy to function. Similarly,life on Earth depends on the Sun as its ultimate source of energy. Therefore,Life is related to the Sun.
595
MediumMCQ
Cyclone is related to Anticyclone in the same way as Flood is related to........
A
Devastation
B
Havoc
C
River
D
Drought

Solution

(D) $Cyclone$ is a weather phenomenon characterized by low atmospheric pressure,while an $Anticyclone$ is characterized by high atmospheric pressure. These two represent opposite meteorological conditions. Similarly,a $Flood$ is an overflow of water caused by excess precipitation or rising water levels,whereas a $Drought$ is a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall leading to a shortage of water. Therefore,$Flood$ and $Drought$ represent opposite hydrological conditions.
596
MediumMCQ
Happiness is related to Sorrow in the same way as Comfort is related to
A
Hardship
B
Rest
C
Poverty
D
Difficulty

Solution

(A) The relationship between 'Happiness' and 'Sorrow' is that they are antonyms (opposites). Similarly,the antonym of 'Comfort' is 'Hardship'.
597
MediumMCQ
Appreciation is related to Reward in the same way as Disgrace is related to
A
Crime
B
Guilt
C
Allegation
D
Punishment

Solution

(D) The relationship is based on the consequence or result of an action. Appreciation leads to a Reward,just as Disgrace leads to a Punishment. Therefore,Disgrace is related to Punishment.
598
MediumMCQ
Naphthalene is related to Woollen in the same way as Antibiotics is related to........
A
Germs
B
Immunity
C
Diseases
D
Body

Solution

(A) Naphthalene balls are used to protect woollen clothes from insects and moths. Similarly,antibiotics are used to protect the body from the attack of germs (bacteria).
599
MediumMCQ
Retirement is related to Service in the same way as Dismissal is related to.......
A
Agreement
B
Communication
C
Employment
D
Adoption

Solution

(C) The relationship is based on the termination of a state or status. Retirement marks the end of one's Service. Similarly,Dismissal marks the end of one's Employment.
600
MediumMCQ
Drummer is related to Orchestra in the same way as Minister is related to.......
A
Voter
B
Constituency
C
Cabinet
D
Department

Solution

(C) drummer is a member of an orchestra. Similarly,a minister is a member of a cabinet. Therefore,the correct relationship is that the first entity is a constituent member of the second group.

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