Solving Word Analogies: Examination and Matches

This question asks us to find the related word based on the analogy provided: Examination : Success ∷ Matches : _____.

An analogy establishes a relationship between the first pair of words. We need to identify this relationship and apply it to the second pair to find the missing word.

Analyzing the First Pair: Examination : Success

Let's consider the relationship between 'Examination' and 'Success'.

• An examination is a test of knowledge or ability.
• Success is the favorable or prosperous outcome of an undertaking.

In the context of an examination, success is the positive result one aims for. Passing the examination or performing well leads to success.

So, the relationship here is that Success is the desired or positive outcome of an Examination.

Applying the Relationship to the Second Pair: Matches : _____

Now, we need to apply the same relationship to the pair 'Matches : _____'. We are looking for the desired or positive outcome of 'Matches'.

• Matches are competitive contests or games, often in sports.
• We need to find the word that represents the positive outcome of these contests.

Evaluating the Options

Let's examine the given alternatives:

1. Prepare: Preparation is something done before a match, not its outcome. This does not fit the relationship.
2. Cricket: Cricket is a type of match, not its outcome. This does not fit the relationship.
3. Victory: Victory means winning a match. Winning is the desired and positive outcome of a match. This fits the relationship established in the first pair (Success as the positive outcome of an Examination).
4. Attempt: An attempt is participation in a match. While necessary, it is not the outcome itself. This does not fit the relationship.

Based on the analysis, 'Victory' is the word that represents the positive outcome of 'Matches', just as 'Success' represents the positive outcome of 'Examination'.

Conclusion

The analogy is based on the relationship of 'positive outcome'.

Examination $\rightarrow$ Success (positive outcome)

Matches $\rightarrow$ Victory (positive outcome)

Therefore, the related word is 'Victory'.

Revision Table: Understanding Analogies

Additional Information: Tips for Solving Word Analogies

Here are some tips that can help you solve word analogy questions effectively:

• Clearly identify the relationship between the first pair of words. Try to express it as a sentence (e.g., "A is a type of B," "A is used for B," "A is the opposite of B").
• Apply the exact same relationship to the second pair.
• Look through the options and see which one fits the relationship you've identified.
• If multiple options seem possible, try to be more specific about the relationship in the first pair.
• Consider different possible relationships if the first one doesn't lead to a clear answer.