What Are Analogies?

Analogies test your ability to see relationships between words. They appear as pairs, like “hot : cold :: up : down,” asking you to find the same relationship in another pair.

Types of Relationships

• Part to whole (petal : flower)
• Cause and effect (fire : burn)
• Synonyms and antonyms
• Tool and user (pen : writer)

How to Solve Analogies

• Figure out the relationship in the first pair.
• Look for the answer that matches that relationship.
• Watch out for choices that seem related but don’t match the exact connection.

Why Analogies Matter

They help you think logically, spot patterns, and make connections—skills you’ll use in writing, science, and even solving mysteries!