Analogy — Lion : Roar :: Ass : ?
Verbal Reasoning
Analogy
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: Bray
Explanation
Introduction / Context:This analogy pairs an animal with its characteristic vocalization. We must select the cry corresponding to “Ass” (donkey).
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Lion → roar.
- Donkey (ass) → bray.
- Other common mappings for distractors: dog → bark; elephant → trumpet; wolf → howl; horse → neigh.
Concept / Approach:Identify the one-to-one mapping between animal and vocalization. The only accurate match for donkey is “bray”.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Confirm animal-vocal pairs among options.Pick the one matching “ass → bray”.Verification / Alternative check:Standard dictionaries and elementary zoology vocabulary list “bray” as the donkey’s cry.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
- Bark: dog.
- Trumpet: elephant.
- Howl: wolf.
- Neigh: horse.
Common Pitfalls:Confusing “bray” with “neigh”; the latter is for horses.
Final Answer:Bray