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.

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