SCAT Verbal

Question 1

dilemma : difficult ::

Accepted Answer

reek : unpleasant

Answer

The analogy 'dilemma : difficult' establishes a relationship where the first word (a noun) inherently possesses the quality described by the second word (an adjective). A dilemma is by definition a difficult problem or situation. Similarly, 'reek : unpleasant' follows this pattern, as a reek is inherently an unpleasant smell.

Question 2

loathe : despise ::

Accepted Answer

scarce : meager

Answer

The analogy 'loathe : despise' demonstrates a synonym relationship, where both verbs mean to feel intense dislike or hatred. Following this pattern, 'scarce : meager' also presents a pair of synonyms. Both words describe something as being in short supply, insufficient, or scanty.

Question 3

decrease : increase ::

Accepted Answer

shallow : deep

Answer

The analogy 'decrease : increase' establishes an antonym relationship, where the two words have opposite meanings. To decrease is the opposite of to increase. Similarly, 'shallow : deep' presents a pair of antonyms, as shallow is the opposite of deep in terms of vertical extent.

Question 4

apple : tree ::

Accepted Answer

egg : chicken

Answer

The analogy 'apple : tree' describes a 'product : source' relationship, where an apple is a fruit that grows on a tree. Following this pattern, 'egg : chicken' represents a similar relationship. An egg is a product that comes from a chicken.

Question 5

Persuade : convinced ::

Accepted Answer

heal : cured

Answer

The analogy 'Persuade : convinced' illustrates a 'verb : resulting state/adjective' relationship; the act of persuading leads to someone being convinced. Similarly, 'heal : cured' follows this structure. The act of healing leads to a state of being cured.

(SCAT) School and College Ability Test Practice Test

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SCAT Verbal