Analogy Questions in English

(C) The contamination of food by germs is called infestation. Similarly,the attack on the body by germs is called infection.

(D) The relationship is based on the role of creation and production. $A$ publisher is responsible for the production and distribution of a book. Similarly,a producer is responsible for the production and financing of a film. Therefore,the correct option is $D$.

(C) The relationship is based on the mechanism of propulsion. $A$ bicycle is propelled by using a pedal. Similarly,a boat is propelled by using an oar. Therefore,the correct option is $C$.

(A) The relationship is based on raw material and its product. Latex is the raw material used to produce rubber. Similarly,flax is the raw material used to produce linen.

(D) The relationship is based on the food source. Cattle consume fodder as their primary food source. Similarly,fish consume plankton as their primary food source in an aquatic ecosystem.

(B) The relationship is based on the habitat or the environment where the organism resides. Algae typically live in water. Similarly,a virus requires a host cell to survive and replicate. Therefore,the second term is the dwelling place or medium for the first.

(B) The relationship is based on the cause of a specific disease or condition.
Lead poisoning can cause various neurological symptoms,including sleep disturbances like insomnia.
Similarly,Minamata disease is a neurological syndrome caused by severe mercury poisoning.
Therefore,just as lead is the causative agent for certain health issues like insomnia,mercury is the causative agent for Minamata disease.

(C) The relationship is that the second term represents the protective outer covering of the first term. An orange is covered by a peel,and similarly,a tooth is covered by enamel.

(D) The relationship is based on the inability to perform a specific sense or action.
One who cannot hear is called deaf.
Similarly,one who cannot speak is called dumb.

(A) The relationship is based on the function of elimination. Exercise helps to reduce or eliminate obesity. Similarly,water helps to quench or eliminate thirst.

(C) $fad$ is an intense and widely shared enthusiasm for something,especially one that is short-lived and without a basis in objective quality,similar to how a $superstition$ is a widely held but irrational belief or practice related to $religion$ that lacks a basis in scientific or logical reasoning. Thus,the second term represents an irrational or exaggerated belief associated with the first term.

(B) Sulphur is used in the process of vulcanisation to improve the properties of rubber. Similarly,chlorine is widely used as a bleaching agent to remove color from materials like paper and textiles.

(D) Magnalium is an alloy primarily composed of aluminium and magnesium. Similarly,brass is an alloy primarily composed of copper and zinc. Therefore,just as magnalium is related to aluminium,brass is related to copper.

(C) The analogy is based on the primary effect or association of the electromagnetic radiation. Infrared radiation is primarily associated with the sensation of heat. Similarly,ultraviolet radiation is primarily associated with causing mutations in $DNA$,which can lead to skin cancer or other biological changes.

(C) The relationship is based on the process used for protection or surface treatment. Galvanisation is the process of applying a protective zinc coating to steel or iron to prevent rusting. Similarly,nickel is commonly used in the process of electroplating to provide a protective or decorative coating to other metals.

(C) The relationship is based on the concept of loss or absence.
Memory loss is medically termed as $Amnesia$.
Similarly,the loss of the ability to move is termed as $Paralysis$.

(B) The relationship is based on the defining characteristic of the subject.
Fluidity is the inherent quality or characteristic property of a liquid.
Similarly,humour is the inherent quality or defining characteristic of a comedian.

(D) Kilometre is a unit of distance in the metric system. Similarly,poundal is a unit of force in the foot-pound-second $(FPS)$ system of units. Therefore,the correct analogy is that poundal corresponds to force.

(B) The relationship is based on antonyms. $A$ liar is someone who lacks truthfulness. Similarly,a traitor is someone who lacks loyalty.

(A) $preface$ is an introductory section that comes at the beginning of a $book$. Similarly,an $overture$ is an orchestral piece that serves as an introduction to an $opera$.

(D) The relationship is based on the ore from which the metal is extracted. Bauxite is the primary ore of Aluminium. Similarly,Haematite $(Fe_2O_3)$ is the most common and important ore used for the extraction of Iron.

(C) The relationship between the words is based on intensity. $A$ $Tempest$ is a more intense or violent form of a $Storm$. Similarly,$Slim$ is a term describing a thin build,and $Slender$ is a more intense or refined version of being thin. Therefore,$Slim$ is to $Slender$ as $Tempest$ is to $Storm$.

(A) The relationship between the words is based on antonyms (opposites).
'Amorphousness' refers to a lack of clear shape or definition,making it the opposite of 'definition' or 'structure'.
Similarly,'lassitude' refers to a state of physical or mental weariness and lack of energy.
Therefore,the opposite of 'lassitude' is 'energy'.

(C) The relationship is based on intensity. $A$ $tiff$ is a minor or petty quarrel,whereas a $battle$ is a large-scale,intense conflict. Similarly,$frugal$ means being economical or careful with money,while $miserly$ represents an extreme,excessive,or stingy form of being economical. Thus,the second word in each pair represents a higher intensity of the first word.

(D) The relationship between the words is one of synonymy.
Exculpate means to clear from alleged fault or guilt,which is synonymous with acquit.
Similarly,precise means marked by exactness and accuracy,which is synonymous with particular.

(B) Burma is known as the land of pagodas. Similarly,Pakistan is historically and geographically famous for its extensive network of irrigation canals.

(D) Bhakra is a dam built on the Sutlej river. Similarly,Aswan is a dam built on the Nile river.

(C) The relationship is based on the food source. $A$ sparrow feeds on seeds,and a silkworm feeds on the leaves of the mulberry tree. Therefore,the correct answer is mulberry.

(B) The relationship is based on food preservation: pineapple is commonly processed and preserved in the form of jelly. Similarly,tomato is commonly processed and preserved in the form of puree (or tomato paste/sauce). Therefore,the correct analogy is tomato to puree.

(C) Aseel is a specific breed of poultry,and similarly,salmon is a specific type of fish. Therefore,the relationship is based on the category to which the organism belongs.

(D) The relationship between 'Newspaper' and 'Press' is that a newspaper is produced or printed in a press. Similarly,'Cloth' is manufactured or produced in a 'Mill'. Therefore,the correct option is $D$.

(D) Bombay is the capital of Maharashtra.
Similarly,Trivandrum is the capital of Kerala.

(D) The word 'Alert' is a synonym for 'Vigilant'.
Similarly,the synonym for 'Viable' is 'Feasible'.

(B) The relationship between a doctor and a nurse is that the nurse works under the guidance and instructions of the doctor.
Similarly,a follower works under the guidance and direction of a leader.
Therefore,the correct relationship is $Doctor : Nurse :: Leader : Follower$.

(A) $Herd$ is a collective noun used for a group of $Cattle$. Similarly,a $Flock$ is the collective noun used for a group of $Sheep$.

(B) The relationship is based on the classification of celestial bodies.
$Moon$ is a natural satellite of the $Earth$.
Similarly,$Earth$ is classified as a planet in the solar system.
Therefore,the correct alternative is $planet$.

(C) $Forecast$ is a prediction made about $Future$ events.
Similarly,$Regret$ is a feeling of sadness or disappointment regarding $Past$ actions or events.
Therefore,the correct relation is $Forecast : Future :: Regret : Past$.

(D) The given relation is based on the disease and its causative agent.
$Influenza$ is a disease caused by a $Virus$.
Similarly,$Typhoid$ is a disease caused by a bacterium named $Salmonella$ $typhi$.
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Bacteria$.

(C) The relationship is based on cause and effect. Fear is an emotional response caused by a threat. Similarly,anger is an emotional response caused by provocation. Therefore,the correct alternative is Provocation.

(C) The relationship is based on the process and its resulting state of matter.
$Melt$ is the process that converts a substance into a $Liquid$ state.
Similarly,$Freeze$ is the process that converts a substance into a $Solid$ state.
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Solid$.

(D) The relationship is based on the function of an instrument. $A$ clock is an instrument used to measure time. Similarly,a thermometer is an instrument used to measure temperature. Therefore,the correct alternative is temperature.

(D) The relationship given is based on the community and their respective place of worship.
Muslims worship in a Mosque.
Similarly,Sikhs worship in a Gurudwara.
Therefore,the correct alternative is Gurudwara.

(A) The relation is based on the anatomy of animals. $A$ $Paw$ is the foot of a $Cat$. Similarly,a $Hoof$ is the foot of a $Horse$.

(A) The relation given is $Eye : Myopia$,where $Myopia$ is a disease or defect associated with the $Eye$. Similarly,$Pyorrhoea$ is a disease associated with the $Teeth$. Therefore,the correct option is $A$.

(B) The relationship is that the second object is pulled by the first.
$A$ $Tractor$ pulls a $Trailer$.
Similarly,a $Horse$ pulls a $Cart$.
Therefore,the correct option is $B$.

(C) The relationship is based on the manner of performing an action.
$Scribble$ is an improper or messy way to $Write$.
Similarly,$Stammer$ is an improper or hesitant way to $Speak$.
Therefore,the correct option is $C$.

(A) The relationship is that the first item develops from the second item.
$A$ flower develops from a bud.
Similarly,a plant develops from a seed.

(B) An $Errata$ is a list of errors discovered in a book after it has been printed.
Similarly,$Flaws$ refers to defects or imperfections found in metals.

(D) The relationship is based on the object and what it emits or produces.
$A$ $Gun$ fires a $Bullet$.
Similarly,a $Chimney$ emits $Smoke$.
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Smoke$.

(D) The relationship between the terms is based on intensity.
$A$ $Breeze$ is a gentle wind,while a $Cyclone$ is a very intense and destructive wind system.
Similarly,$Drizzle$ is a light rainfall,and $Downpour$ is a very heavy and intense rainfall.
Therefore,the correct alternative is $Downpour$.