Multiple choice

Directions: A related pair of words or phrases is followed by five pairs of words or phrases. Select the pair that best expresses a relationship similar to that in capital letters.

INTEREST : INVEIGLE

  1. Evaluate : Suggest

  2. Foresee : Predict

  3. Plan : Scheme

  4. Interpret : Examine

  5. Neglect : Persecute
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

INTEREST can lead to INVEIGLE (entice/influence through charm), where the first is a milder positive motive and the second is a more active, potentially manipulative pursuit. Similarly, PLAN can lead to SCHEME (plan in a negative/devious way). The relationship is neutral term : more negative/intense version. Options A, B, D pair synonyms or neutral terms. Option E pairs negative terms without the neutral-negative progression.

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