Word pattern analogies

Learning Objectives Deconstruct complex word pattern analogies to identify their core relationship. Articulate the relationship between a source pair of words using a precise 'bridge sentence'. Evaluate multiple-choice options to select the target pair that most accurately mirrors the source pair's relationship, including part of speech and connotation. Apply analogical reasoning to analyze character motivations and thematic parallels in American literature. Construct original, sophisticated analogies that demonstrate an understanding of abstract relationships. Differentiate between common analogy types, such as synonym/antonym, cause/effect, part/whole, and degree of intensity. How can understanding the relationship between 'key' and 'ignition&...

TermDefinitionExample AnalogyA comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification, that shows a relationship of correspondence. In word pattern analogies, this is expressed as A : B :: C : D ('A is to B as C is to D').UP : DOWN :: HOT : COLD. The relationship is 'antonym' or 'opposite'. Source PairThe first pair of words (A : B) in an analogy that establishes the specific relationship you must identify and match.In the analogy GILLS : FISH :: LUNGS : WHALE, the source pair is GILLS : FISH. Target PairThe second pair of words (C : D) in an analogy, which must have the same relationship as the source pair.In the analogy GILLS : FISH :: LUNGS : WHALE, the target pair is LUNGS : WHALE. Bridge SentenceA clear sentence that con...

The Bridge Sentence Rule A is to B as C is to D (A:B::C:D) Always formulate a precise sentence that defines the relationship between the first two words (A and B). Then, apply that exact same sentence structure to the potential answer choices to see which one (C and D) fits perfectly. The Part-of-Speech Parallelism Rule Noun : Verb :: Noun : Verb The parts of speech in the source pair should match the parts of speech in the target pair. If the source is a noun and a verb, the correct target pair will also be a noun and a verb in the same order. The Specificity and Order Rule Relationship(A, B) must equal Relationship(C, D) in both type and direction. The relationship must be identical and in the same order. For example, 'SPOKE : WHEEL' is a 'part to wh...