Word Relationships: Verbal Analogies

What is the relationship in 'shoes : gloves'?

• Both are items worn on the body, but for different parts: shoes for feet and gloves for hands.

• Both are accessories that enhance fashion.

• Both are types of footwear.

• Both are made from leather.

What does 'object and place' mean in word relationships?

• It refers to a relationship where an object is commonly found in a specific place, like 'zoo' is a place for animals.

• It describes how objects can be categorized based on their size and shape.

• It indicates the emotional connection between an object and a person.

• It refers to the historical significance of an object in a particular location.

What is the relationship in 'animals : zoo'?

• A zoo is a place where animals are kept.

• Animals are a type of zoo.

• Zoos are a type of animal.

• Animals are kept in aquariums.

What is a verbal analogy?

• A comparison between two different things that have similar characteristics, often expressed in the form 'A is to B as C is to D.'

• A type of metaphor that uses sound similarities between words.

• A literary device that involves the repetition of consonant sounds in close proximity.

• A method of comparing numerical values in mathematics.

What does 'object and taste' mean in word relationships?

• It refers to a relationship where an object is associated with a specific taste, like 'cake' is sweet.

• It describes how objects can be categorized based on their color.

• It indicates the texture of an object in relation to its taste.

• It explains how objects can be paired with different flavors in cooking.

What is an example of an antonym?

• 'hot' and 'cold'

• 'happy' and 'joyful'

• 'fast' and 'quick'

• 'big' and 'large'

What is an example of a synonym?

• happy and joyful

• happy and sad

• happy and angry

• happy and tired

What is the relationship in 'productive : idle'?

• They are synonyms.

• They are antonyms.

• They are related concepts.

• They are examples of the same category.

What does 'example' mean in word relationships?

• A specific instance that illustrates a broader category or concept.

• A synonym for a word.

• A type of figurative language.

• A generalization of a concept.

What is a common structure for verbal analogies?

• A common structure is 'A is to B as C is to D', showing how two pairs are related.

• A common structure is 'A relates to B in the same way as C relates to D', indicating a similarity.

• A common structure is 'A is similar to B, and C is similar to D', focusing on similarity.

• A common structure is 'A corresponds to B, while C corresponds to D', emphasizing correspondence.