Civil Service Practice Test 1

Question 1

WATER is to THIRST as MEDICINE is to __________.

Accepted Answer

Sickness

Answer

This analogy establishes a relationship where the first item provides a solution or remedy for the second. Water is used to quench thirst. Similarly, medicine is used to treat or alleviate sickness. Therefore, 'Sickness' completes the analogy as the condition that medicine addresses.

Question 2

CARPENTER  is to HAMMER as HAIRDRESSER is to __________.

Accepted Answer

Scissors

Answer

This analogy connects a professional with their primary tool of trade. A carpenter's essential tool for their work is a hammer. Likewise, a hairdresser's fundamental tool for cutting and styling hair is scissors. Therefore, 'Scissors' is the correct answer, representing the main instrument used by a hairdresser.

Question 3

SKEW is to GLOOMY as SLANT is to _________.

Accepted Answer

Desperate

Answer

This analogy connects a verb describing a deviation or distortion with a negative emotional state or outcome. To 'skew' something can lead to a 'gloomy' (sad, pessimistic) result or outlook. Similarly, to 'slant' information or a situation can lead to a 'desperate' (hopeless, urgent) feeling or outcome. Both pairs imply a negative consequence stemming from a distortion.

Question 4

EIDER is to __________ as CEDAR is to a TREE.

Accepted Answer

Duck

Answer

This analogy identifies a specific type within a broader category. A cedar is a particular species of tree. Similarly, an eider is a specific type of duck, known for its valuable down feathers. Therefore, 'Duck' is the broader category that an eider belongs to.

Question 5

NYMPH is to __________ as SERAPHIM is to ANGEL.

Accepted Answer

Maiden

Answer

This analogy relates a specific mythological or religious being to its broader category or common representation. Seraphim are a specific, high-ranking order of angels. Similarly, a nymph is a mythological spirit of nature, typically depicted as a beautiful young maiden. Therefore, 'Maiden' is the most fitting general description or representation for a nymph.

Civil Service Exam Practice Test

Civil Service Exam Practice Test

Civil Service Practice Test 1