MAT Analogies Practice Test 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: INTRODUCTION : CONCLUSION ::
- announcement : news
- greeting : farewell (Correct answer)
- birth : marriage
- arrival : salutation
- friendship : termination
Correct answer: greeting : farewell
The relationship between INTRODUCTION and CONCLUSION is that they represent the beginning and end of a sequence or event, respectively. Similarly, a GREETING is a beginning salutation, and a FAREWELL is an ending salutation. Both pairs are direct antonyms representing the start and finish of an interaction.
Question 2: STRIKE : WORK ::
- postpone : cancel
- censor : learn
- incorporate : merge
- detour : trespass
- boycott : engineer (Correct answer)
Correct answer: boycott : engineer
The relationship between STRIKE and WORK is that to STRIKE (verb) is to refuse to WORK (verb or noun, the act of working). Similarly, to BOYCOTT (verb) is to refuse to engage with or support something, which can be interpreted as refusing to 'engineer' (verb, meaning to arrange, bring about, or participate in). Both represent a refusal to participate in a specified activity or engagement.
Question 3: SCALPEL : SURGEON ::
- razor : barber (Correct answer)
- weed : gardener
- recipe : chef
- medicine : patient
- compass : engineer
Correct answer: razor : barber
The relationship between SCALPEL and SURGEON is that a SCALPEL is a primary and essential tool used by a SURGEON in their profession. In the same manner, a RAZOR is a primary and essential tool used by a BARBER in their profession. Both pairs connect a professional with their signature instrument.
Question 4: PREPOSTEROUS : COMMONSENSE::
- illegal : law (Correct answer)
- chtonic : pain
- indelible : error
- justifiable : logic
- hilarious : laughter
Correct answer: illegal : law
The relationship between PREPOSTEROUS and COMMONSENSE is that something PREPOSTEROUS is contrary to or defies COMMONSENSE. Following this pattern, something ILLEGAL is contrary to or defies LAW. Both pairs describe an adjective that is in opposition to a fundamental concept or principle.
Question 5: CLASH : COLOR ::
- intensity : sensation
- glimpse : vision
- pebble : texture
- dissonance : sound (Correct answer)
- absurdity : perception
Correct answer: dissonance : sound
The relationship between CLASH and COLOR is that a CLASH refers to a disagreeable or disharmonious combination of COLORs. Similarly, DISSONANCE refers to a disagreeable or disharmonious combination of SOUNDs. Both pairs describe a negative interaction or lack of harmony within a specific sensory domain.
Question 6: FORMIDABLE : FEAR ::
- intolerable : patience
- grateful : regret
- sickening : disgust (Correct answer)
- generous : pity
- dismal : cheer
Correct answer: sickening : disgust
The relationship between FORMIDABLE and FEAR is that something FORMIDABLE is likely to cause FEAR. In the same way, something SICKENING is likely to cause DISGUST. Both pairs link an adjective describing a quality to the specific emotion it typically evokes.
Question 7: BASTION : DEFENSE ::
- arsenal : storage (Correct answer)
- anchorage : supply
- citadel : concealment
- asylum : embarkation
- pavilion : fortification
Correct answer: arsenal : storage
The relationship is 'X is a place designed for Y.' A bastion is a fortified structure primarily built for defense. Similarly, an arsenal is a facility specifically designed for the storage of weapons and military equipment.
Question 8: SAGA : LENGTHY ::
- proverb : pithy (Correct answer)
- eulogy : candid
- poem : humorous
- play : short – lived
- novel : acclaimed
Correct answer: proverb : pithy
The relationship describes a defining characteristic. A saga is inherently a long, epic story. In the same way, a proverb is characteristically pithy, meaning it is concise and full of meaning or wisdom.
Question 9: BIRDS : AVIRARY ::
- bees : garden
- cows : herd
- apes : jungle
- quails : bevy
- sheep : fold (Correct answer)
Correct answer: sheep : fold
The relationship is 'X lives in or is kept in Y.' An aviary is a large enclosure specifically designed to house birds. Correspondingly, a fold is an enclosure, often a pen or shelter, used to keep sheep.
Question 10: LASSITUDE : VIGOR ::
- dedication : employment
- greed : possessions
- indigence : funds (Correct answer)
- rehearsal : performance
- repudiation : theory
Correct answer: indigence : funds
The relationship is one of antonyms or absence. Lassitude means a state of physical or mental weariness; it is the lack of vigor or energy. Similarly, indigence refers to a state of extreme poverty, which is the lack of funds or resources.
Question 11: BIRD : MIGRATION ::
- parrot : imitation
- ranger : conservation
- bear : hibernation (Correct answer)
- lawyer : accusation
- traveler : location
Correct answer: bear : hibernation
The relationship describes a characteristic seasonal behavior of the first noun. Many birds are known for their seasonal migration. In the same way, many bears are known for their seasonal hibernation, a state of dormancy during winter.
Question 12: RACQUET : TENNIS ::
- springboard : diver
- horse : pole
- glove : boxing
- club : golf (Correct answer)
- gun : hunting
Correct answer: club : golf
The relationship is 'X is a primary tool used in the sport Y.' A racquet is an essential piece of equipment used to play tennis. Analogously, a club is the primary implement used to strike the ball in the sport of golf.
Question 13: OIL : LUBRICATE ::
- adhesive : bond (Correct answer)
- speedometer : accelerate
- nail : hammer
- knife : sharpen
- jacket : button
Correct answer: adhesive : bond
The relationship is 'X's primary function is to Y.' Oil is primarily used to lubricate, reducing friction between moving parts. Similarly, an adhesive is primarily used to bond or stick things together.
Question 14: DESOLATE : INHABITANTS
- spacious : expanse
- barren : vegetation (Correct answer)
- shallow : hazards
- residential : homes
- stagnant : permanence
Correct answer: barren : vegetation
The relationship describes a state of lacking. A desolate place is characterized by a lack of inhabitants or human activity. In the same way, a barren area is characterized by a lack of vegetation or plant life.
Question 15: HEAVY : WEIGHT ::
- ancient : age (Correct answer)
- warlike : force
- brief : clarity
- bulky : strength
- fertile : diversity
Correct answer: ancient : age
The relationship is 'Y is the quality or characteristic measured by X.' Something is described as heavy based on its weight. Similarly, something is described as ancient based on its age.
MAT Analogies Practice Test 2
INTRODUCTION : CONCLUSION ::