<span>An analogy is a comparison between two things. When you are looking to form analogies, look for a correspondence between the first pair of words, and determine which answer choice is has words with a similar relationship.
<em>Complete the analogies by selecting the pair of words whose relationship most resembles the relationship of the first pair.</em>
1. desultory : purpose :: </span><span>
These words are antonyms, so find the option with words that are also antonyms.
A. bland : flavor </span>→ antonyms<span>
B. random : chance </span>→ synonyms<span>
C. precise : target </span>→ synonyms<span>
D. direct : plan </span>→ similar subject matter
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The correct analogy is d</span>esultory : purpose :: bland : flavor.
Answer: A. bland : flavor
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2. colloquialism : language ::
These words are related because colloquialism is conversational "everyday" language, or a specific type of diction or slang. In other words, it is a specific type of a more general category.
A. regions : nations </span>→ part of a whole<span>
B. tuxedo : suit </span>→ synonyms<span>
C. jeans : clothing </span>→ specific type of a general category<span>
D. contract : agreement </span>→ synonyms
The correct analogy is colloquialism : language :: jeans : clothing.
Answer: C. jeans : clothing
Hope this helps!
Answer:
The lamprey has the ability to latch on and ultimately weaken its prey.
Explanation:
A concise statement is one that is not too wordy but is rather straightforward and retains the original meaning intended by the author. When sentences are too wordy, the real meaning being conveyed could be lost.
Concise statements are expressed in as few words are possible so as to retain the interest of the reader. This will also prevent the reader from skipping around in order to get the main point. With these in mind, the first option is the most concise statement.
Actually, Lisa skates better than he
Actually, <em>he </em>skates better than Lisa
Because in elliptical clauses words are purposely left out because of pattern or logic of the sentence.
(Im not 100% sure ive just started learning it but it seems logical sorry if im not helpful)
1. If it's so easy, why didn't you answer it yourself?
2. The answer is C. Haiku. Haiku is a type of poem that consists of 17 syllables in intervals of 5:7:5. Meaning, there are 3 lines in Haiku and in the first line there are 5 syllables, in the second line there are 7, and in the third, there are 5 once again. (respectively)
Answer:
C
Explanation:
Imperialist ideals are reflected heavily in this answer. The paragraph acknowledges the tragedy of the negatives effects imperialism brought the native Americans. Yet, right after, it gives a reason as to why it wasn't that bad for both sides. Someone with Imperialist views would most likely write this paragraph to push the blame away from them a little.
