ISEE Analogies Question 138: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 138

3. The _____ mob roamed through the streets of the city, shouting their _____ of law and order.

  • A. influential ... fear
  • B. indifferent ... horror
  • C. disciplined ... disrespect
  • D. hysterical ... hatred

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

The correct answer is (D). The word "mob" has a negative connotation and requires an adjective that is also negative. HYSTERICAL (emotional and unmanageable) best meets this requirement. The emotion that a shouting mob is most likely to show is HATRED of law and order.

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