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● Word Pair Analogies 1
low-intermediate level
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Degree
#) FASCINATING : INTERESTING
A)
B)
C)
D)
amazing : incredible
serious : grave
crucial : important
strange : weird
Bridge Type: Characteristic
1) ATHLETE : FIT
A)
B)
C)
D)
chef : fat
dog : energetic
priest : religious
dancer : intelligent
Bridge Sentence:
A characteristic of an athlete is to be fit.
A characteristic of a __________ is to be
__________.
Bridge Type: Function
2) MICROWAVE : HEAT
A)
B)
C)
D)
refrigerator : cool
freezer : cook
sink : organize
fireplace : destroy
Bridge Sentence:
The function of a microwave is to heat food.
The function of a __________ is to
__________ food.
Bridge Type: Characteristic
3) COMEDY : FUNNY
A)
B)
C)
D)
mystery : boring
drama : romantic
tragedy : sad
newspaper : expensive
Bridge Sentence:
A characteristic of a comedy is to be funny.
A characteristic of a __________ is to be
__________.
Bridge Type: Definition
4) BROTHER : SIBLING
A)
B)
C)
D)
mother : daughter
doctor : nurse
uncle : aunt
father : parent
Bridge Sentence:
A brother is, by definition, a sibling.
A __________ is, by definition, a __________.
Bridge Type: Degree
5) HUMILIATED : EMBARRASSED
A)
B)
C)
D)
shy : timid
enraged : angry
sad : upset
excited : anxious
Bridge Sentence:
Someone who is humiliated is very
embarrassed.
Someone who is __________ is very
__________.
Bridge Type: Other
6) TRAIN : RAILROAD
A)
B)
C)
D)
boat : mountain
helicopter : cloud
truck : highway
wagon : wheel
Bridge Sentence:
A train travels on a railroad.
A __________ travels on a __________.
Bridge Type: Lack
7) SKEPTICAL : BELIEF
A)
B)
C)
D)
unpopular : wealth
homeless : shelter
polite : power
nervous : stress
Bridge Sentence:
Someone who is skeptical lacks belief.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Definition (Antonyms)
8) OPTIMISM : PESIMISSM
A)
B)
C)
D)
success : failure
food : hunger
motivation : dedication
maturity : youth
Bridge Sentence:
Optimism is the opposite of pessimism.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Function
9) SUNSCREEN : SKIN
A)
B)
C)
D)
magic : children
grass : house
armor : body
faith : country
Bridge Sentence:
Sunscreen is used to protect one’s skin.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
10) SPAGHETTI : PASTA
A)
B)
C)
D)
ketchup : condiment
lettuce : sauce
bacon : fruit
cereal : dairy
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
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● Word Pair Analogies 2
low-intermediate level
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Degree
#) FASCINATING : INTERESTING
A)
B)
C)
D)
amazing : incredible
serious : grave
crucial : important
strange : weird
Bridge Type: Lack
1) LIAR : HONESTY
A)
B)
C)
D)
lawyer : mercy
mother : children
fool : wisdom
soldier : power
Bridge Sentence:
Someone who is a liar lacks honesty.
Someone who is a __________ lacks
__________.
Bridge Type: Other
2) DOWNPOUR : RAIN
A)
B)
C)
D)
wave : water
tornado : clouds
blizzard : snow
desert : heat
Bridge Sentence:
A downpour is a heavy rain.
A __________ is a heavy __________.
Bridge Type: Characteristic
3) WIZARD : MAGICAL
A)
B)
C)
D)
king : royal
nun : silent
teacher : ordinary
chef : delicious
Bridge Sentence:
A characteristic of a wizard is to be magical.
A characteristic of a __________ is to be
__________.
Bridge Type: Definition (Antonyms)
4) MISFORTUNE : LUCK
A)
B)
C)
D)
victory : defeat
coffee : tea
life : birth
sugar : salt
Bridge Sentence:
Misfortune is the opposite of luck.
__________ is the opposite of __________.
Bridge Type: Part to Whole
5) VERSE : SONG
A)
B)
C)
D)
core : apple
mop : broom
supermarket : office
coat : jacket
Bridge Sentence:
A verse is part of a song.
A __________ is part of a __________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
6) ALMOND : NUT
A)
B)
C)
D)
hill : mountain
helicopter : aircraft
sport : football
lamp : lightbulb
Bridge Sentence:
An almond is a type of nut.
A __________ is a type of __________.
Bridge Type: Other
7) WOOL : SHEEP
A)
B)
C)
D)
leather : cows
metal : trees
paper : rocks
wood : mountains
Bridge Sentence:
Wool comes from sheep.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Definition
8) PEBBLE : STONE
A)
B)
C)
D)
minnow : fish
car : truck
tiger : lion
dictionary : book
Bridge Sentence:
By definition, a pebble is a small stone.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Function
9) NEWSPAPER : INFORM
A)
B)
C)
D)
television : watch
book : communicate
movie : persuade
game : entertain
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
10) BUS : AUTOMOBILE
A)
B)
C)
D)
building : house
tiger : animal
letter : alphabet
bath : shower
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
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● Word Pair Analogies 3
low-intermediate level
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Degree
#) FASCINATING : INTERESTING
A)
B)
C)
D)
amazing : incredible
serious : grave
crucial : important
strange : weird
Bridge Type: Part to Whole
1) ENGINE : CAR
A)
B)
C)
D)
lens : microscope
day : night
picture : frame
club : member
Bridge Sentence:
An engine is part of a car.
A __________ is part of a __________.
Bridge Type: Function
2) BUTCHER : MEAT
A)
B)
C)
D)
maid : chores
teacher : knowledge
librarian : books
baker : bread
Bridge Type: Degree
Bridge Sentence:
The function of a butcher is to sell meat.
The function of a __________ is to sell
__________.
Bridge Sentence:
3) OBSCENE : INAPPROPRIATE
A)
B)
C)
D)
impossible : easy
polite : rude
tall : honest
spotless : clean
Something that is obscene is very
inappropriate.
Something that is __________ is
very__________.
Bridge Type: Definition (Antonyms)
4) POSITIVE : NEGATIVE
A)
B)
C)
D)
clean : filthy
angry : upset
friendly : popular
challenging : interesting
Bridge Sentence:
Positive is the opposite of negative.
__________ is the opposite of __________.
Bridge Type: Characteristic
5) CIGARETTE : UNHEALTHY
A)
B)
C)
D)
sin : immoral
baby : wise
husband : rich
nation : peaceful
Bridge Sentence:
A characteristic of a cigarette is to be
unhealthy.
A characteristic of a __________ is to be
__________.
Bridge Type: Other
6) HELMET : HEAD
A)
B)
C)
D)
mask : face
belt : train
ring : wrist
slipper : ankle
Bridge Sentence:
A helmet is worn on the head.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
7) SEWING : CRAFT
A)
B)
C)
D)
salt : food
fate : science
gasoline : fuel
sunrise : art
Bridge Sentence:
Sewing is a type of craft.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Definition
8) ACCIDENT : UNINTENDED
A)
B)
C)
D)
idea : true
law : perfect
villain : evil
castle : unknown
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Lack
9) TRIVIAL : IMPORTANCE
A)
B)
C)
D)
prestigious : honor
written : rhyme
invisible : sight
familiar : novelty
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Characteristic
10) EXPERT : SKILLED
A)
B)
C)
D)
athlete : thin
student : intelligent
spy : friendly
fanatic : enthusiastic
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
englishforeveryone.org
● Word Pair Analogies 4
low-intermediate level
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Degree
#) FASCINATING : INTERESTING
A)
B)
C)
D)
amazing : incredible
serious : grave
crucial : important
strange : weird
Bridge Type: Lack
1) ORPHAN : PARENTS
A)
B)
C)
D)
prisoner : freedom
doctor : patience
man : feelings
star : space
Bridge Sentence:
An orphan lacks parents.
A __________ lacks __________.
Bridge Type: Function
2) MIRROR : REFLECT
A)
B)
C)
D)
preacher : cook
telescope : magnify
nurse : smoke
lock : unlock
Bridge Sentence:
A mirror is used to reflect.
A __________ is used to __________.
Bridge Type: Other
3) CLOTH : THREADS
A)
B)
C)
A)
gun : bullets
guitar : drums
chain : links
star : planets
Bridge Sentence:
A cloth is made up of threads.
A __________ is made up of __________.
Bridge Type: Characteristic
4) TATTOO : PERMANENT
A)
B)
C)
D)
necklace : silver
boat : electric
phone : broken
marathon : long
Bridge Sentence:
A characteristic of a tattoo is to be
permanent.
A characteristic of a __________ is to be
__________.
Bridge Type: Definition (Antonyms)
5) OUTDATED : MODERN
A)
B)
C)
D)
beautiful : ugly
happy : glad
successful : rich
curious : smart
Bridge Sentence:
Outdated is the opposite of modern.
__________ is the opposite of __________.
Bridge Type: Degree
6) ADORABLE : CUTE
A)
B)
C)
D)
obvious : mysterious
unkind : happy
polite : common
tragic : sad
Bridge Sentence:
Something that is adorable is very cute.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
7) SCULPTURE : ART
A)
B)
C)
D)
language : book
justice : jail
happiness : religion
weightlifting : exercise
Bridge Sentence:
Sculpture is a type of art.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Definition (Antonyms)
8) ORDER : CHAOS
A)
B)
C)
D)
unity : division
culture : feeling
family : tradition
anger : pride
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Lack
9) RECKLESS : CAUTION
A)
B)
C)
D)
silly : thought
doubtful : conviction
selfish : friends
shy : jewelry
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
10) FORK : UTENSIL
A)
B)
C)
D)
jet : airplane
fact : idea
program : computer
mountain : plastic
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
englishforeveryone.org
● Word Pair Analogies 5
low-intermediate level
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Degree
#) FASCINATING : INTERESTING
A)
B)
C)
D)
amazing : incredible
serious : grave
crucial : important
strange : weird
Bridge Type: Other
1) GENERAL : ARMY
A)
B)
C)
D)
queen : fortress
guide : expedition
dad : business
salesman : sail
Bridge Sentence:
A general leads an army.
A __________ leads a __________.
Bridge Type: Function
2) HELMET : PROTECT
A)
B)
C)
D)
bomb : destroy
storm : rain
parade : walk
dream : sleep
Bridge Sentence:
A helmet is used to protect.
A __________ is used to __________.
Bridge Type: Lack
3) BACHELOR : WIFE
A)
B)
C)
D)
nomad : home
postman : job
computer : fire
building : wall
Bridge Sentence:
A bachelor lacks a wife.
A __________ lacks a __________.
Bridge Type: Degree
4) GIGANTIC : LARGE
Bridge Sentence:
A)
B)
C)
D)
Something that is gigantic is very large.
new : strange
little : small
funny : important
freezing : cold
Something that is __________ is very
__________.
Bridge Type: Cause and Effect
5) PAIN : DISCOMFORT
A)
B)
C)
D)
carelessness : mistakes
ignorance : knowledge
laughter : jokes
food : nutrition
Bridge Sentence:
Pain causes discomfort.
__________ causes __________.
Bridge Type: Characteristic
6) MANSION : LARGE
A)
B)
C)
D)
tree : free
suit : formal
car : safe
ladder : low
Bridge Sentence:
A characteristic of a mansion is to be large.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Definition (Antonyms)
7) BALD : HAIRY
A)
B)
C)
D)
overweight : skinny
large : huge
strong : forceful
depressed : sad
Bridge Sentence:
By definition, someone who is bald is not
hairy.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
8) SWORD : WEAPON
A)
B)
C)
D)
father : brother
yacht : boat
salad : cake
color : art
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Part to Whole
9) STAGE : THEATER
A)
B)
C)
D)
march : belief
jacket : suit
fruit : apple
windmill : wind
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
10) RUBY : GEM
A)
B)
C)
D)
baseball : basketball
concert : music
party : house
trophy : prize
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
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● Word Pair Analogies 6
low-intermediate level
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Degree
#) FASCINATING : INTERESTING
A)
B)
C)
D)
amazing : incredible
serious : grave
crucial : important
strange : weird
Bridge Type: Function
1) TORCH : ILLUMINATE
A)
B)
C)
D)
stove : bake
vacuum : clean
car : run
phone : write
Bridge Sentence:
A torch is used to illuminate.
A __________ is used to __________.
Bridge Type: Characteristic
2) JEWEL : SHINY
A)
B)
C)
D)
demon : evil
trick : magic
cat : lazy
mother : helpless
Bridge Sentence:
A characteristic of a jewel to be shiny.
A characteristic of a __________ is to be
__________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
3) WEDDING : CEREMONY
A)
B)
C)
D)
animal : dog
saint : nun
mountain : volcano
president : leader
Bridge Sentence:
A wedding is a type of ceremony.
A __________ is a type of __________.
Bridge Type: Other
4) GALLERY : ART
Bridge Sentence:
A)
B)
C)
D)
A gallery is a collection of art.
library : books
kitchen : food
butcher : meat
mailbox : letters
A __________ is a collection of __________.
Bridge Type: Part to Whole
5) VIOLINIST : ORCHESTRA
A)
B)
C)
D)
referee : team
employee : company
judge : jury
friend : family
Bridge Sentence:
A violinist is part of an orchestra.
A __________ is part of a __________.
Bridge Type: Other
6) FOOT : INCHES
A)
B)
C)
D)
bathtub : gallons
meter : miles
pound : ounces
fork : spoons
Bridge Sentence:
A foot is composed of inches.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Definition (Antonyms)
7) BRIGHT : DULL
A)
B)
C)
D)
obvious : clear
guilty : wrong
secret : hidden
ordinary : unusual
Bridge Sentence:
Bright is the opposite of dull.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Lack
8) APATHETIC : MOTIVATION
A)
B)
C)
D)
brilliant : ideas
active : technology
employed : money
lonesome : company
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Degree
9) LOATHE : DISLIKE
A)
B)
C)
D)
praise : enjoy
watch : observe
worship : admire
burn : scorch
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Part to Whole
10) ROOT : PLANT
A)
B)
C)
D)
blade : knife
pot : pan
microphone : radio
television : satellite
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
englishforeveryone.org
● Word Pair Analogies 7
low-intermediate level
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Degree
#) FASCINATING : INTERESTING
A)
B)
C)
D)
amazing : incredible
serious : grave
crucial : important
strange : weird
Bridge Type: Characteristic
1) COFFEE : BITTER
A)
B)
C)
D)
meat : fried
glass : fragile
gas : cheap
silk : rough
Bridge Sentence:
A characteristic of coffee is to be bitter.
A characteristic of __________ is to be
__________.
Bridge Type: Function
2) ALARM : WARN
A)
B)
C)
D)
map : navigate
dog : party
cup : pour
shirt : design
Bridge Sentence:
An alarm is used to warn.
A __________ is used to __________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
3) SODA : BEVERAGE
A)
B)
C)
D)
fish : ocean
dirt : ingredient
cereal : pancake
shrimp : seafood
Bridge Sentence:
Soda is a type of beverage.
__________ is a type of __________.
Bridge Type: Function
4) CLOCK : TIME
Bridge Sentence:
A)
B)
C)
D)
A clock is used to tell the time.
guitar : music
calendar : date
ruler : speed
mother : family
A __________ is used to tell the __________.
Bridge Type: Part to Whole
5) DECK : SHIP
A)
B)
C)
D)
sleeve : shirt
player : game
tail : human
year : month
Bridge Sentence:
A deck is part of a ship.
A __________ is part of a __________.
Bridge Type: Definition (Antonyms)
6) HELP : HINDER
A)
B)
C)
D)
hurry : delay
travel : fly
steal : take
smile : laugh
Bridge Sentence:
The opposite of to help is to hinder.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Other
7) APPLE : TREE
A)
B)
C)
D)
cow : field
wish : dream
pearl : clam
tooth : sandwich
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Part to Whole
8) SHELL : NUT
A)
B)
C)
D)
pill : doctor
page : book
song : music
cat : house
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Lack
9) CAREFREE : WORRY
A)
B)
C)
D)
upset : sadness
successful : money
enslaved : freedom
talented : wisdom
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Degree
10) HUGE : LARGE
A)
B)
C)
D)
possible : easy
critical : important
likely : incredible
upsetting : offensive
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
englishforeveryone.org
● Word Pair Analogies 8
low-intermediate level
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Degree
#) FASCINATING : INTERESTING
A)
B)
C)
D)
amazing : incredible
serious : grave
crucial : important
strange : weird
Bridge Type: Function
1) HOUSE : SHELTER
A)
B)
C)
D)
fire : heat
tire : wheels
mother : children
cow : meat
Bridge Sentence:
The function of a house is to provide shelter.
The function of a __________ is to provide
__________.
Bridge Type: Definition (Antonyms)
2) STRANGE : FAMILIAR
A)
B)
C)
D)
easy : simple
great : good
pretty : sour
sick : healthy
Bridge Sentence:
The opposite of strange is familiar.
The opposite of __________ is to __________.
Bridge Type: Part to Whole
3) ROOM : HOUSE
A)
B)
C)
D)
beach : shore
stem : flower
school : classroom
tree : leaf
Bridge Sentence:
A room is part of a house.
A __________ is part of a __________.
Bridge Type: Characteristic
4) SILK : SMOOTH
Bridge Sentence:
A)
B)
C)
D)
A characteristic of silk is to be smooth.
sunset : early
night : dark
literature : fancy
television : funny
A characteristic of __________ is to be
__________.
Bridge Type: Part to Whole
5) PLANT : GARDEN
A)
B)
C)
D)
head : face
motorcycle : wheel
buckle : belt
idea : plan
Bridge Sentence:
A plant is part of a garden.
A __________ is part of a __________.
Bridge Type: Cause and Effect
6) TRIP : FALL
A)
B)
C)
D)
spill : run
play : cry
exercise : sweat
order : enjoy
Bridge Sentence:
If you trip, it causes you to fall.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Other
7) MECHANIC : CARS
A)
B)
C)
D)
dentist : teeth
doctor : children
chef : vegetables
playwright : theaters
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
8) COTTON : CLOTH
A)
B)
C)
D)
trust : pleasure
joy : emotion
rain : snow
music : piano
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Lack
9) CRIMINAL : INNOCENCE
A)
B)
C)
D)
novice : experience
expert : humility
worker : employment
elegant : style
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Degree
10) PRICELESS : VALUABLE
A)
B)
C)
D)
wonderful : good
temporary : eternal
distant : far
new : original
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
englishforeveryone.org
● Word Pair Analogies 9
low-intermediate level
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Degree
#) FASCINATING : INTERESTING
A)
B)
C)
D)
amazing : incredible
serious : grave
crucial : important
strange : weird
Bridge Type: Definition
1) ROOSTER : CHICKEN
A)
B)
C)
D)
frog : tadpole
girl : human
bull : cow
whale : dolphin
Bridge Sentence:
By definition, a rooster is a male chicken.
By definition, a __________ is a male
__________.
Bridge Type: Function
2) POLICEMAN : ENFORCE
A)
B)
C)
D)
politician : destroy
judge : uphold
mother : teach
television : inform
Bridge Sentence:
The function of a policeman is to enforce the
law.
The function of a __________ is to
__________ the law.
Bridge Type: Definition (Antonyms)
3) FULL : EMPTY
A)
B)
C)
D)
piercing : sharp
fancy : elegant
traditional : old
relaxing : stressful
Bridge Sentence:
Something that is full is not empty.
Something that is __________ is not
__________.
Bridge Type: Characteristic
4) NOVEL : FICTIONAL
Bridge Sentence:
A)
B)
C)
D)
A characteristic of a novel is to be fictional.
pretzel : salty
cloud : gray
man : violent
nurse : polite
A characteristic of a __________ is to be
__________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
5) DAFFODIL : PLANT
A)
B)
C)
D)
spider : insect
fortune : money
diamond : stone
planet : star
Bridge Sentence:
A daffodil is a type of plant.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Degree
6) UNIQUE : UNCOMMON
A)
B)
C)
D)
pleasant : enjoyable
spicy : powerful
bitter : delicious
disgusting : unpleasant
Bridge Sentence:
Something that is unique is very uncommon.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Other
7) BREAD : BAKERY
A)
B)
C)
D)
coffee : café
clothing : laundromat
medicine : church
money : supermarket
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
8) DEMOCRACY : GOVERNMENT
A)
B)
C)
D)
music : invention
hammer : tool
friendship : person
wine : grape
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Lack
9) EXTRAVAGANT : MODESTY
A)
B)
C)
D)
arrogant : money
bitter : remorse
disappointed : stress
unready : preparation
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Part to Whole
10) HAND : CLOCK
A)
B)
C)
D)
song : note
flag : pole
tea : cup
step : staircase
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
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● Word Pair Analogies 10
low-intermediate level
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
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Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Degree
#) FASCINATING : INTERESTING
A)
B)
C)
D)
amazing : incredible
serious : grave
crucial : important
strange : weird
Bridge Type: Characteristic
1) BUILDING : MANMADE
Bridge Sentence:
A)
B)
C)
D)
A characteristic of a building is to be
manmade.
bracelet : stylish
jacket : leather
school : strict
biography : nonfiction
A characteristic of a __________ is to be
__________.
Bridge Type: Lack
2) INSECURE : CONFIDENCE
A)
B)
C)
D)
disabled : worth
certain : doubt
unemployed : hope
elegant : sympathy
Bridge Sentence:
Someone who is insecure lacks confidence.
Someone who is __________ lacks
__________.
Bridge Type: Part to Whole
3) INGREDIENT : RECIPE
A)
B)
C)
D)
moral : story
chair : table
roof : house
map : plan
Bridge Sentence:
An ingredient is part of a recipe.
A __________ is part of a __________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
4) NIGHTMARE : DREAM
Bridge Sentence:
A)
B)
C)
D)
A nightmare is a type of dream.
wrench : tool
want : need
friend : enemy
grade : school
A __________ is a type of __________.
Bridge Type: Other
5) SCIENTIST : LABORATORY
A)
B)
C)
D)
librarian : bookstore
cashier : hotel
artist : studio
doctor : church
Bridge Sentence:
A scientist works in a laboratory.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Degree
6) HILARIOUS : FUNNY
A)
B)
C)
D)
strange : weird
famished : hungry
uncomfortable : painful
familiar : trustworthy
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
7) SURGEON : DOCTOR
A)
B)
C)
D)
soup : drink
lollipop : candy
animal : bear
house : hut
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Function
8) SIREN : ALERT
A)
B)
C)
D)
heart : love
flag : wave
truck : transport
stereo : receive
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Lack
9) RUTHLESS : PITY
A)
B)
C)
D)
neutral : prejudice
challenged : rivals
gullible : truth
childish : speech
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Definition (Antonyms)
10) MANDATORY : OPTIONAL
A)
B)
C)
D)
unwanted : discarded
destructive : creative
animated : happy
pure : clean
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
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Date________________
● Word Pair Analogies Answer Key (low-intermediate level)
Worksheet 1
1) C
A characteristic of a priest is to be religious.
2) A
The function of a refrigerator is to cool
food.
3) C
A characteristic of a tragedy is to be sad.
4) D
A father is, by definition, a parent.
5) B
Someone who is enraged is very angry.
6) C
A truck travels on a highway.
7) B
Someone who is homeless lacks shelter.
8) A
Success is the opposite of failure.
9) C
Armor is used to protect one’s body.
10) A
Spaghetti is a type of pasta.
Ketchup is a type of condiment.
Worksheet 2
1) C
Someone who is a fool lacks wisdom.
2) C
A blizzard is a heavy snow.
3) A
A characteristic of a king is to be royal.
4) A
Victory is the opposite of defeat.
5) A
A core is part of an apple.
6) B
A helicopter is a type of aircraft.
7) A
Leather comes from cows.
8) A
By definition, a minnow is a small fish.
9) D
The purpose of a newspaper is to inform.
The purpose of a game is to entertain.
10) B
A bus is a type of automobile.
A tiger is a type of animal.
Worksheet 3
1) A
A lens is part of a microscope.
2) D
The function of a baker is to sell bread.
3) D
Something that is spotless is very clean.
4) A
Clean is the opposite of filthy.
5) A
A characteristic of a sin is to be
immoral.
6) A
A mask is worn on the face.
7) C
Gasoline is a type of fuel.
8) C
By definition, an accident is unintended.
By definition, a villain is evil.
9) D
Something that is trivial lacks importance.
Something that is familiar lacks novelty.
10) D
A characteristic of an expert is to be skilled.
A characteristic of a fanatic is to be
enthusiastic.
Worksheet 4
1) A
A prisoner lacks freedom.
2) B
A telescope is used to magnify.
3) C
A chain is made up of links.
4) D
A characteristic of a marathon is to be
long.
5) A
Beautiful is the opposite of ugly.
6) D
Something that is tragic is very sad.
7) D
Weightlifting is a type of exercise.
8) A
The opposite of order is chaos.
The opposite of unity is division.
9) B
Someone who is reckless lacks caution.
Someone who is doubtful lacks
conviction.
10) A
A fork is a type of utensil.
A jet is a type of airplane.
Worksheet 5
1) B
A guide leads an expedition.
2) A
A bomb is used to destroy.
3) A
A nomad lacks a home.
4) D
Something that is freezing is very cold.
5) A
Carelessness causes mistakes.
6) B
A characteristic of a suit is to be formal.
7) A
By definition, someone who is
overweight is not skinny.
8) B
A sword is a type of weapon.
A yacht is a type of boat.
9) B
A stage is part of a theater.
A jacket is part of a suit.
10) D
A ruby is a type of gem.
A trophy is a type of prize.
Worksheet 6
1) B
A vacuum is used to clean.
2) A
A characteristic of a demon is to be evil.
3) D
A president is a type of leader.
4) A
A library is a collection of books.
5) B
An employee is part of a company.
6) C
A pound is composed of ounces.
7) D
Ordinary is the opposite of unusual.
8) D
Someone who is apathetic lacks
motivation.
Someone who is lonesome lacks
company.
9) C
To loathe is to dislike intensely.
To worship is to admire intensely.
10) A
The root is part of a plant.
The blade is part of a knife.
Worksheet 7
1) B
A characteristic of glass is to be fragile.
2) A
A map is used to navigate.
3) D
Shrimp is a type of seafood.
4) B
A calendar is used to tell the date.
5) A
A sleeve is part of a shirt.
6) A
The opposite of to help is to hinder.
7) C
An apple comes from a tree.
A pearl comes from a clam.
8) B
A shell is part of a nut.
A page is part of a book.
9) C
Someone who is carefree lacks worry.
Someone who is enslaved lacks freedom.
10) B
Something that is huge is very large.
Something that is critical is very important.
Worksheet 8
1) A
The function of a fire is to provide heat.
2) D
The opposite of sick is to healthy.
3) B
A stem is part of a flower.
4) B
A characteristic of a night is to be dark.
5) C
A buckle is part of a belt.
6) C
If you exercise, it causes you to sweat.
7) A
A mechanic works on people’s cars.
A dentist works on people’s teeth.
8) B
Cotton is a type of cloth.
Joy is a type of emotion.
9) A
Someone who is a criminal lacks innocence.
Someone who is a novice lacks experience.
10) A
Something that is priceless is very valuable.
Something that is wonderful is very good.
Worksheet 9
1) C
By definition, a bull is a male cow.
2) B
The function of a judge is to uphold the
law.
3) D
Something that is relaxing is not stressful.
4) A
A characteristic of a pretzel is to be salty.
5) C
A diamond is a type of stone.
6) D
Something that is disgusting is very
unpleasant.
7) A
Bread is sold at a bakery.
Coffee is sold at a café.
8) B
A democracy is a type of government.
A hammer is a type of tool.
9) D
Someone who is extravagant lacks
modesty.
Someone who is unready lacks
preparation.
10) D
A hand is part of a clock.
A step is part of a staircase.
Worksheet 10
1) D
A characteristic of a biography is to be
nonfiction.
2) B
Someone who is certain lacks doubt.
3) C
A roof is part of a house.
4) A
A wrench is a type of tool.
5) C
An artist works in a studio.
6) B
Someone who is hilarious is very funny.
Someone who is famished is very hungry.
7) B
A surgeon is a type of doctor.
A lollipop is a type of candy.
8) C
The purpose of an alarm is to alert.
The purpose of a truck is to transport.
9) A
Someone who is ruthless lacks pity.
Someone who is neutral lacks prejudice.
10) B
The opposite of optional is mandatory.
The opposite of destructive is creative.