Analogy — A “Book” can be “Opened”; in the same sense, a “Door” can be ____. (Select the corresponding action.)

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Close

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
Action analogies map an object to a common action done to it. A book is opened; a door is commonly opened or closed. Since “open” is already in the prompt, the complementary action “close” forms a balanced, conventional pair.


Given Data / Assumptions:

  • We match object → typical action.
  • Focus is on standard, concise verb pairing.


Concept / Approach:
Choose the canonical action forming a familiar opposite pair to “open”: “close.”


Step-by-Step Solution:

1) Book → open (typical action).2) Door → close (balances the pair).3) Evaluate lexical fit and part-of-speech correctness.


Verification / Alternative check:
Everyday usage pairs “open/close” for doors; “shut” is also acceptable but “close” keeps verbal symmetry.


Why Other Options Are Wrong:

House/Wood: nouns, not actions.Shut: near-synonym but less standard register in such pairs.Lock: specific action after closing; not the basic counterpart to “open.”


Common Pitfalls:
Picking nouns or over-specific actions (lock) rather than the direct pair.


Final Answer:
Close

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