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:
Concept / Approach:
Choose the canonical action forming a familiar opposite pair to “open”: “close.”
Step-by-Step Solution:
Verification / Alternative check:
Everyday usage pairs “open/close” for doors; “shut” is also acceptable but “close” keeps verbal symmetry.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Common Pitfalls:
Picking nouns or over-specific actions (lock) rather than the direct pair.
Final Answer:
Close
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