Question

In each of the following two sets I & II, find the word or pair of words different from the other three words or pair of words:
I: J. Lake K. Brook
L. Stream M. River
II: J. Weighty-Heavy K. Broad-Wide
L. Big-Large M. Tiny-Small

• A. I-J, II-J
• B. I-K, II-M
• C. I-K, II-J
• D. I-J, II-K

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

To find the word or pair different from the others in the sets given, we need to analyze the relationships and categories of each word or pair in Sets I and II.

Set I Analysis:

• J. Lake
• K. Brook
• L. Stream
• M. River

In Set I, except for "Lake," the words "Brook," "Stream," and "River" all refer to moving bodies of water. In contrast, a "Lake" is a stationary body of water, making Lake the odd one out.

Set II Analysis:

• J. Weighty-Heavy
• K. Broad-Wide
• L. Big-Large
• M. Tiny-Small

In Set II, the pairs "Weighty-Heavy," "Broad-Wide," and "Big-Large" consist of synonyms that are similar in meaning. However, "Tiny-Small" are synonyms that suggest being small in size, making their thematic purpose different from the other pairs, which emphasize largeness or size. Thus, Weighty-Heavy is the pair that doesn't fit the synonymous theme of largeness.

Therefore, the solution is:

• Set I: J
• Set II: J

Correct Answer: I-J, II-J