Here is the solution to the "Types of Analogies" worksheet, with an explanation for each answer.
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1. Kernel : corn :: grain : wheat
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Answer: Part to Whole
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Explanation: A kernel is a part of a corn cob. Similarly, a grain is a part of a wheat stalk (or more generally, wheat is composed of grains). This analogy shows a relationship where the first item is a component or part of the second item.
2. Chaos : peace :: cordial : hostile
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Answer: Antonyms
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Explanation: "Chaos" and "peace" are opposites (antonyms). "Cordial" (friendly) and "hostile" (unfriendly) are also opposites. The analogy compares two pairs of words with opposite meanings.
3. Rain : umbrella :: hungry : eat
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Answer: Cause and Effect
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Explanation: Rain causes you to need/use an umbrella. Being hungry causes you to eat. The first word in each pair is the cause, and the second word is the effect or response to that cause.
4. Couch : sofa :: bush : shrub
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Answer: Synonyms
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Explanation: "Couch" and "sofa" are different words that mean essentially the same thing. "Bush" and "shrub" are also synonyms, referring to similar types of small woody plants. This analogy pairs words with nearly identical meanings.
5. Author : write :: chef : cook
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Answer: Performer and Action
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Explanation: An author performs the action of writing. A chef performs the action of cooking. The first word is the person (performer), and the second word is the primary action they perform.
6. Iron : rigid :: rubber : flexible
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Answer: Characteristic Quality
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Explanation: Rigidity is a characteristic quality or property of iron. Flexibility is a characteristic quality or property of rubber. The second word describes a typical attribute of the first word.
7. boil : egg :: throw : ball
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Answer: Action and Object
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Explanation: You boil an egg (boil is the action, egg is the object being acted upon). You throw a ball (throw is the action, ball is the object being acted upon). The first word is the verb/action, and the second word is the noun/object receiving that action.
8. Apple : fruit :: carrot : vegetable
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Answer: Member to Category
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Explanation: An apple is a member of the category "fruit". A carrot is a member of the category "vegetable". The first word is a specific example, and the second word is the general group or category it belongs to.
9. Warm : hot :: cool : frigid
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Answer: Degree
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Explanation: "Warm" and "hot" are related by degree; hot is a more intense version of warm. Similarly, "cool" and "frigid" are related by degree; frigid is a more intense version of cool. This analogy shows increasing intensity or level.
10. Plane : hanger :: tree : forest
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Answer: Part to Whole
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Explanation: A plane is stored in or associated with a hangar (a structure built to hold it). A tree is part of or found within a forest. While "hanger" is typically a place for planes, the analogy here focuses on the relationship of an individual item (plane/tree) to its larger containing structure or collection (hangar/forest). *Note: There is a typo in the worksheet ("hanger" should likely be "hangar"). Based on the context and the provided answer choices, "Part to Whole" is the best fit, implying the plane belongs to/in the hangar just as the tree belongs to/in the forest.*
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of analogy worksheet for 4th grade.
