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NIMCET 2010 — English PYQ
NIMCET | English | 2010
Direction Questions : Select the pair of words which are related in the some way as the capitalized words are related to each then
MOTH : CLOTHING ::
Choose the correct answer:
A.
egg : larva
B.
hole : repair
C.
suit : dress
D.
stigma : reputation
(Correct Answer)
Correct Answer:
stigma : reputation
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (d) stigma : reputation.
Explanation
Analyze the Base Pair (MOTH : CLOTHING): A moth is something that damages or eats away at clothing. It has a negative, destructive relationship with the object.
Evaluate the Options:
(a) egg : larva: This describes stages of a life cycle (Sequence), not a relationship of damage.
(b) hole : repair: This is a problem and its solution. A hole does not "eat" a repair.
(c) suit : dress: These are both types of clothing (Synonymous/Category members).
(d) stigma : reputation: A stigma (a mark of disgrace) damages or eats away at a person's reputation, just as a moth damages clothing.
Logical Bridge
Just as a Moth ruins Clothing, a Stigma ruins a Reputation.
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (d) stigma : reputation.
Explanation
Analyze the Base Pair (MOTH : CLOTHING): A moth is something that damages or eats away at clothing. It has a negative, destructive relationship with the object.
Evaluate the Options:
(a) egg : larva: This describes stages of a life cycle (Sequence), not a relationship of damage.
(b) hole : repair: This is a problem and its solution. A hole does not "eat" a repair.
(c) suit : dress: These are both types of clothing (Synonymous/Category members).
(d) stigma : reputation: A stigma (a mark of disgrace) damages or eats away at a person's reputation, just as a moth damages clothing.
Logical Bridge
Just as a Moth ruins Clothing, a Stigma ruins a Reputation.
