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What type of word-based analogy involves identifying words with similar meanings?
What type of word-based analogy involves identifying words with similar meanings?
- Antonym Analogies
- Part-to-Whole Analogies
- Synonym Analogies (correct)
- Attribute Analogies
In a part-to-whole analogy, what is the relationship between the words?
In a part-to-whole analogy, what is the relationship between the words?
- One is a part of the other (correct)
- One is a category of the other
- One is opposite in meaning to the other
- One is an attribute of the other
What is the goal of practicing word-based analogies?
What is the goal of practicing word-based analogies?
- To master word-based analogies (correct)
- To improve vocabulary
- To develop reading skills
- To improve comprehension
What should you do when solving word-based analogies?
What should you do when solving word-based analogies?
What is an example of a category analogy?
What is an example of a category analogy?
What is an attribute analogy used for?
What is an attribute analogy used for?
What is a synonym analogy used for?
What is a synonym analogy used for?
What is a common strategy for solving word-based analogies?
What is a common strategy for solving word-based analogies?
What should you look for when solving antonym analogies?
What should you look for when solving antonym analogies?
Study Notes
Word-based Analogies
Definition: Word-based analogies are a type of verbal analogy test that involve identifying relationships between words.
Types of Word-based Analogies:
- Synonym Analogies: Identify words with similar meanings.
- Example: FLOWER : BLOOM :: TREE :?
- Answer: GROW
- Antonym Analogies: Identify words with opposite meanings.
- Example: HOT : COLD :: FAST :?
- Answer: SLOW
- Part-to-Whole Analogies: Identify words where one is a part of the other.
- Example: FINGER : HAND :: TOE :?
- Answer: FOOT
- Attribute Analogies: Identify words with similar characteristics.
- Example: LION : ROAR :: DOG :?
- Answer: BARK
- Category Analogies: Identify words that belong to the same category.
- Example: CAR : VEHICLE :: APPLE :?
- Answer: FRUIT
Tips for Solving Word-based Analogies:
- Read the question carefully and identify the relationship between the words.
- Look for common themes, prefixes, suffixes, or roots.
- Eliminate answer choices that do not fit the relationship.
- Use context clues to help identify the correct answer.
Common Strategies:
- Look for words that are similar in meaning or sound.
- Identify words that are opposite in meaning.
- Identify words that are related to a specific category or theme.
- Use word roots and prefixes to help identify relationships.
Practice: The key to mastering word-based analogies is to practice, practice, practice! Expose yourself to a variety of questions and strategies to improve your skills.
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Description
Test your skills in identifying relationships between words with this quiz on word-based analogies. Learn strategies and tips to improve your performance, including synonym, antonym, part-to-whole, attribute, and category analogies.
