Question

Which of the four analogies is a true analogy?


A.
jog : sprint :: persistent : stubborn


B.
jog : sprint :: shiny : dull


C.
jog : sprint :: grip : hold


D.
jog : sprint :: exclaim : scream

Answer 1

To determine which analogy is true, we need to analyze the relationships between the pairs of words.

A. **jog : sprint :: persistent : stubborn**
- "Jog" and "sprint" are both forms of running, where sprinting is a more intense form of jogging. However, "persistent" and "stubborn" are not necessarily in the same category; "stubborn" has a negative connotation, while "persistent" does not.

B. **jog : sprint :: shiny : dull**
- "Jog" and "sprint" are complementary in terms of intensity, while "shiny" and "dull" are antonyms. This does not maintain the same type of relationship.

C. **jog : sprint :: grip : hold**
- "Jog" and "sprint" are both actions related to running, where a "sprint" is a more intense version of a "jog". "Grip" and "hold" are similar, but not in the same way; "grip" is a type of "hold," but it's not an increased form of holding.

D. **jog : sprint :: exclaim : scream**
- "Jog" and "sprint" maintain a relationship of intensity (both are forms of vocal expression, but "scream" is a more intense form of "exclaim"). This analogy holds as both pairs reflect a progression of intensity.

Thus, the true analogy is:

**D. jog : sprint :: exclaim : scream**.