Civil Service Practice Test 3

Question 1

PHILOSOPHY is to _________ as POETRY is to RHYME.

Accepted Answer

Theory

Answer

This is an analogy question. The relationship between POETRY and RHYME is that rhyme is a core element or characteristic of poetry. Following this pattern, a core element or characteristic of PHILOSOPHY is THEORY, as philosophers develop theories to understand fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and values.

Question 2

_________ is to VERDICT as IMPLEMENT is to RULE.

Accepted Answer

Render

Answer

This is an analogy question. The relationship between IMPLEMENT and RULE is that 'implement' means to put a rule into effect or carry it out. Applying the same relationship, the word that correctly completes the first pair is 'render,' as to 'render a verdict' means to formally deliver or pronounce a decision, especially by a jury or judge.

Question 3

COLLIE is to CANINE as CICADA is to _________.

Accepted Answer

Insect

Answer

This is an analogy question based on classification. A COLLIE is a specific breed that belongs to the broader category of CANINE (dogs). Following this pattern, a CICADA is a specific type of creature that belongs to the broader category of INSECT.

Question 4

_________ is to HISTORY as STARS is to ASTRONOMY.

Accepted Answer

Battles

Answer

This is an analogy question. The relationship between STARS and ASTRONOMY is that astronomy is the scientific study of stars and other celestial objects. Applying this relationship, HISTORY is the study of past events, and 'battles' are significant events that are frequently studied and documented within the field of history.

Question 5

FLUTTER is to TALK as CHATTER is to _________.

Accepted Answer

Flap

Answer

This is an analogy question focusing on the nature of actions. 'Flutter' describes a light, rapid, and irregular motion, while 'talk' is a general act of speaking. 'Chatter' describes rapid, informal, and often repetitive talking. Following this pattern, 'flap' describes a rapid, repetitive up-and-down or back-and-forth motion, similar to the rapid, repetitive nature of chatter in relation to talk.

Civil Service Exam Practice Test

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Civil Service Practice Test 3