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Q1. Judge : Court :: Banker : ?
Judge works in/at Court; similarly Banker works in/at Bank.
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Analogies
Analogies practice questions to build reasoning depth with analogy exercises based on function, relation, and context mapping with detailed solutions.
About Analogies
Analogies practice questions test your ability to identify relationships between pairs of words, concepts, or items and apply the same logic to find a matching pair. Analogy questions appear regularly in placement tests, competitive exams, and reasoning assessments. Common relationship types include: synonyms (similar meaning), antonyms (opposite meaning), part-to-whole, function-to-object, cause-to-effect, and category-to-member. The key skill is pattern recognition — understanding how A relates to B, then finding C such that C relates to D in the same way. Below are analogies practice questions with step-by-step explanations to build your reasoning depth.
Key Takeaways
- Express the relationship between the first pair as a clear sentence (e.g., 'A is the tool used to B').
- Test each option pair with the same sentence — the correct one must fit perfectly.
- Common relationships: synonym, antonym, part-whole, cause-effect, function, degree.
- Don't skip subtle relationships — sometimes the connection is about intensity or degree, not category.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are analogy questions in reasoning?
Analogy questions test your ability to recognize relationships between pairs. A typical format is 'A is to B as C is to D' — you find the relationship between A and B, then apply the same logic to find D. Example: 'Doctor is to Hospital as Teacher is to School' (relationship: professional and their workplace).
How to approach analogy practice questions?
Step 1: Identify the exact relationship between the first pair (A:B). Is it synonym, antonym, part-to-whole, cause-effect, function, degree, or category? Step 2: Express the relationship as a simple sentence. Step 3: Test each option pair to find the one with the same relationship. Don't rush — some relationships are subtle.
What are the common types of analogies tested?
1. Synonym analogy (Happy:Joyful :: Sad:Unhappy). 2. Antonym analogy (Big:Small :: Hot:Cold). 3. Part-to-Whole (Finger:Hand :: Toe:Foot). 4. Cause-Effect (Rain:Flood :: Fire:Burn). 5. Function (Knife:Cut :: Pen:Write). 6. Degree (Warm:Hot :: Breeze:Gale). 7. Category (Apple:Fruit :: Carrot:Vegetable).
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Q2. Broom : Sweep :: Needle : ?
Relation is function/action. As Broom is used to sweep, Needle is used to stitch.
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Q3. Pilot : Cockpit :: Captain : ?
Pilot works in/at Cockpit; similarly Captain works in/at Ship.
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Q4. Pen : Write :: Fish : ?
Relation is function/action. As Pen is used to write, Fish is used to swim.
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Q5. Chef : Kitchen :: Librarian : ?
Chef works in/at Kitchen; similarly Librarian works in/at Library.
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Q6. Scientist : Laboratory :: Artist : ?
Scientist works in/at Laboratory; similarly Artist works in/at Studio.
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Q7. Doctor : Hospital :: Teacher : ?
Doctor works in/at Hospital; similarly Teacher works in/at School.
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Q8. Broom : Sweep :: Bird : ?
Relation is function/action. As Broom is used to sweep, Bird is used to fly.
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Q9. Key : Unlock :: Map : ?
Relation is function/action. As Key is used to unlock, Map is used to navigate.
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Q10. Brush : Paint :: Map : ?
Relation is function/action. As Brush is used to paint, Map is used to navigate.
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Q11. Car : Wheel :: Plant : ? (choose a part relationship)
Wheel is a part of Car; similarly Root is a part of Plant.
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Q12. Microscope : Magnify :: Book : ?
Relation is function/action. As Microscope is used to magnify, Book is used to read.
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Q13. Book : Page :: School : ? (choose a part relationship)
Page is a part of Book; similarly Classroom is a part of School.
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Q14. Pen : Write :: Food : ?
Relation is function/action. As Pen is used to write, Food is used to eat.
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Q15. Microscope : Magnify :: Camera : ?
Relation is function/action. As Microscope is used to magnify, Camera is used to capture.
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Q16. Pen : Write :: Calculator : ?
Relation is function/action. As Pen is used to write, Calculator is used to compute.
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Q17. Shirt : Button :: Book : ? (choose a part relationship)
Button is a part of Shirt; similarly Page is a part of Book.
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Q18. Shirt : Button :: School : ? (choose a part relationship)
Button is a part of Shirt; similarly Classroom is a part of School.
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Q19. Car : Wheel :: School : ? (choose a part relationship)
Wheel is a part of Car; similarly Classroom is a part of School.
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Q20. Computer : Keyboard :: School : ? (choose a part relationship)
Keyboard is a part of Computer; similarly Classroom is a part of School.
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Analogies Tips & preparation guide
Build analogies skills through daily reading and vocabulary expansion. Focus on understanding word usage in context for synonyms, antonyms, and fill-blank topics. Regular practice improves comprehension and retention.
Analogies Questions for Verbal and Reasoning Practice
Improve comprehension, logic, and decision-making with timed analogies quizzes. Check instant results and use detailed explanations to build exam-ready skills.
How to prepare effectively for this topic?
Practice short timed sets daily, review every explanation, and track recurring mistakes for weekly revision.
Are these questions useful for placements and competitive exams?
Yes. The format mirrors common screening rounds with option-based answers and explanation-driven learning.