Analogy
Analogy questions test your ability to recognize relationships between two given items and apply the same relationship to another pair.
Practice MCQs for Analogy
Fundamental Principles
Analogy Concept
An analogy compares two pairs of terms where the relationship between the first pair is the same as the second pair.
Common Relationship Types
Synonyms, antonyms, part-to-whole, cause-effect, function, degree, and classification.
Essential Formulation Tips
- Always identify the exact relationship in the first pair before selecting the answer.
- Check all options by applying the same relationship, not just similarity of words.
Shortcut Execution Techniques
- Break the pair into a sentence (e.g., 'A is used for B').
- Eliminate options that match only partially or loosely.
Contextual Inquiries (FAQs)
Q: How do I handle difficult analogy questions?
A: Try multiple relationship types (function, category, part-whole) until one fits consistently.
Example Breakdown: Word Relationship
Doctor works in a hospital.
Similarly, a Teacher works in a School.
Answer: School
Example Breakdown: Synonym Analogy
Hot is opposite of Cold.
Similarly, Light is opposite of Dark.
Answer: Dark
CMAT Analogy Basics Set 1
Foundation-level analogy practice for CMAT, KUUMAT, and aptitude exams in Nepal.
Q1. Book : Reading :: Fork : ?
Q2. Doctor : Hospital :: Teacher : ?
Q3. Day : Night :: Hot : ?
Q4. Bird : Nest :: Bee : ?
Q5. Hand : Glove :: Foot : ?
Q6. Pen : Write :: Knife : ?
Q7. Water : Fish :: Air : ?
Q8. Eye : See :: Ear : ?
Q9. Seed : Tree :: Egg : ?
Q10. Lion : Cub :: Cow : ?