Introduction
Analogy questions present a set of two words, followed by five answer choices also containing a set
of two words. Examinees are required to identify the answer choice that has a set of words that are related in the
same way as the original set of words.
Analogy questions test your vocabulary, your ability to recognize relationships between words, and your ability to
recognize parallel relationships between word pairs.
Antonym Tips and Strategies
If a word is unrecognizable,
brainstorm. Although you
may not instantly recognize a word, by taking a moment to think on it you might find that you have heard it before.
Try saying the word to yourself softly; sometimes you will recognize
it if you say it aloud. Also, it is possible to recognize the word as a different form of speech, so
use it as an adjective or a verb to see if you recognize it in a different form.
Try to predict the top word's
opposite before you look at the answer choices.
You will stay one step ahead of the test writers and avoid trap answers.
Be cautious of multiple meanings. Many words can be used as several different parts of
speech. For example, "form" can be both a noun (something you fill
out) and a verb (to create something). In an antonym question, all the words will be the same part of speech.
Looking at the answers will help you
determine what part of speech a word is.
Practicing for Antonyms
Build your vocabulary.
Success largely depends on knowing a
diverse array of words. Use word lists - found
online and in bookstores - to begin building
your vocabulary.
Practice whenever possible. Make flash cards for your words
and carry them with you to practice whenever you have a
moment. Use your words in conversations and in other
communication mediums. You can also visit the site
freerice.org for an adaptive vocabulary game
that helps feed the hungry.
Do not focus solely the most
difficult words. The test is adaptive, so try to
find a word list that includes a large array of words,
preferably one that is arranged by level. If you
practice learning only the most difficult words, but
fail to learn any of the medium to high difficulty
words, you may end up studying words that you will never
see on the test.
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antonym practice questions
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