Analogy (verbal reasoning): Identify the pair with the same relationship as "THRUST : SPEAR". Match the action typically performed with the named implement/weapon. Choose the option that best mirrors this action–instrument pairing.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: fence:epee

Explanation:

Given data

  • Stem: THRUST : SPEAR — verb (action) to implement.

Concept/ApproachYou thrust with a spear. Find a verb that names the typical action done with the second item.

Option analysisfence:epee — one fences using an épée (a fencing sword). Correct action–instrument mapping.mangle:iron — “mangle” is not the standard action with an iron; you iron clothes.scabbard:sword — container–object relation, not action–instrument.bow:arrow — the action is “shoot” an arrow with a bow; order and roles do not parallel the stem.

Final Answerfence:epee

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