This EduRev document offers 10 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) from the topic Verbal Analogy (Level - 3). These questions are of Level - 3 difficulty and will assist you in the preparation of CAT & other MBA exams. You can practice/attempt these CAT Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and check the explanations for a better understanding of the topic.
Question for Practice Questions Level 3: Verbal Analogy
Try yourself:Directions: The following question consists of two sets of words. Each word in the two sets is related to the other in the same way. Find out the relationship in the first set of two words and then select the alternative that best fits the blank in the second set of words.
Spurious : _____ : : Genuine : Authentic
Explanation
Both 'genuine' and 'authentic' mean 'original'. While 'spurious' means 'false or fake', so does 'phony'.
So, option A is the correct answer.
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Question for Practice Questions Level 3: Verbal Analogy
Try yourself:Directions: The following question consists of two sets of words. Each word in the two sets is related to the other in the same way. Find out the relationship in the first set of two words and then select the alternative that best fits the blank in the second set of words.
Isthmus : Land :: _______ : Water
Explanation
An isthmus is a narrow strip of land connecting two large land masses; strait is a narrow waterway connecting two large water bodies.
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Question for Practice Questions Level 3: Verbal Analogy
Try yourself:Directions: The following question consists of two sets of words. Each word in the two sets is related to the other in the same way. Find out the relationship in the first set of two words and then select the alternative that best fits the blank in the second set of words.
Mermaid : Fish : : Centaur : ?
Explanation
'Mermaid' is supposedly half 'fish', half human; 'Centaur' is supposedly half 'horse', half human. Both 'mermaid' and 'centaur' are 'mythical creatures'. No other option displays this analogy.
Therefore, the answer is option D.
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Question for Practice Questions Level 3: Verbal Analogy
Try yourself:Directions: Read the following information and identify the similar relation.
INDIGENCE is related to PAUPER as
Explanation
Somebody who is indigent is a 'pauper.'
Somebody who is diplomatic is a good 'negotiator.'
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Question for Practice Questions Level 3: Verbal Analogy
Try yourself:Directions: In the following question, the first two words (given in italics) have a definite relationship. Choose one word out of the given alternatives which will fill in the blank space and show the same relationship with the third word as between the first two.
Major is related to Lieutenant in the same way as Squadron Leader is related to ________.
Explanation
Major and Squadron Leader are equivalent ranks in Army and Air Force respectively, and so are Lieutenant and Flying Officer.
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Question for Practice Questions Level 3: Verbal Analogy
Try yourself:Directions: The following question consists of two sets of words. Each word in the two sets is related to the other in the same way. Find out the relationship in the first set of two words and then select the alternative that best fits the blank in the second set of words.
Swaddle : Shroud : : _____ : Jangle
Explanation
The word 'swaddle' is the synonym of 'shroud'. Also, 'rattle' is the synonym of 'jangle'.
'Jingle' is a close option.
With 'jangle' the best fit is rattle as both are discordant sounds, whereas 'jingle' is a light ringing sound or a short simple tune which is easy to remember. So, 'jingle' is not the best fit.
So, option A is the correct answer.
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Question for Practice Questions Level 3: Verbal Analogy
Try yourself:Directions: Read the following information and identify the similar relation.
Fervor is related to Zealot as
Explanation
A zealot is a person who is a fervent proponent of something. Similarly a spendthrift is one who is improvident or one who fails to provide for the future. Other options do not exhibit a similar relationship. Hence, they are incorrect.
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Question for Practice Questions Level 3: Verbal Analogy
Try yourself:Directions: The following question consists of two sets of words. Each word in the two sets is related to the other in the same way. Find out the relationship in one set of two words and then select the alternative that best fits the blank in the other set of words.
Grunt : _____ : : Purr : Contentment
Explanation
To purr is a sign of contentment or happiness. While, to grunt means to display indignation or anger.
So, indignation is the correct answer.
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Question for Practice Questions Level 3: Verbal Analogy
Try yourself:Directions: The question is a pair of CAPITALISED words followed by some pairs of words. Choose the pair of words which best expresses the relationship similar to that expressed in the capitalised pair.
AD LIB : REHEARSAL
Explanation
(Done without) Something ad lib (ad libitum) is done without rehearsal – it is improvised. Something aleatory (driven by chance, like the toss of a dice) is done without a plan.
Something accidental happens. It is not done as in the case of ad lib.
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Question for Practice Questions Level 3: Verbal Analogy
Try yourself:Directions: The following question consists of two sets of words. Each word in the two sets is related to the other in the same way. Find out the relationship in the first set of two words and then select the alternative that best fits the blank in the second set of words.
Purloin : filch : : accoutre : ______
Explanation
Both 'Purloin' and 'filch' mean 'to steal', while both 'accoutre' and 'furnish' mean 'to equip'.
So, option A is the correct answer.
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