Paw and Hoof Comparison
In this analogy, "Paw" is to "Cat" as "Hoof" is to a specific animal. The key to understanding this analogy lies in recognizing the relationship between the first pair of words.
Understanding the Terms
- A paw is a type of foot typically associated with cats and similar animals (like dogs).
- A hoof is a specialized structure on the feet of certain animals, primarily those that are larger and belong to specific families.
Analyzing the Options
- a) Horse: Horses are well-known for their hooves. Just like cats have paws, horses have hooves as their distinct foot structure.
- b) Lamb: Although lambs are young sheep and have hooves, they are not the primary association.
- c) Elephant: Elephants have large feet but do not have hooves; instead, they have flat feet with toes.
- d) Lion: Lions, like cats, have paws, not hooves.
Conclusion
The correct answer is option 'A' (Horse) because:
- Both cats and horses are well-defined by their unique foot structures.
- This analogy emphasizes the specific type of foot associated with each animal: paws for cats and hooves for horses.
Thus, the relationship of "part of the foot" is preserved in both pairs of words, making "Hoof" most accurately paired with "Horse".