ISEE Analogies Question 15: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 15
15. History tells us it took Athens less than a generation to change from a champion of _____ into a ruthless _____.
- A. democracy ... republic
- B. freedom ... tyrant
- C. independence ... commonwealth
- D. dictatorship ... liberator
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The correct answer is (B). The adjective ruthless (cruel) aptly describes a TYRANT. Since the sense of the sentence calls for contrast, a change from champion of FREEDOM to ruthless TYRANT fulfills the requirement.