Question

Choose the pair that best expresses a similar relationship to the one expressed in the given pair: enchant : captivate :: urge : ?

• A. confuse
• B. avert
• C. disagree
• D. enforce
• E. encourage

Hint:

When solving analogy problems, look for synonyms or words with closely related meanings to match the given pair.

Answer 1

Answer: (E)

The words "enchant" and "captivate" are synonyms. The task is to find a word synonymous with "urge." Step 1: Option Analysis. - (A) "Confuse" is not a synonym of "urge." - (B) "Avert" (to prevent/avoid) is not a synonym of "urge." - (C) "Disagree" is not a synonym of "urge." - (D) "Enforce" (to compel obedience) is not synonymous with "urge." - (E) "Encourage" is a synonym of "urge" (both prompt action). Step 2: Conclusion.
The correct analogy is \( \boxed{(E)} \): "urge" is to "encourage" as "enchant" is to "captivate."