Verbal Reasoning
1 / 15Word analogies and relationships
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Hot is to cold as tall is to ___?
About Verbal Reasoning
Give your memory a workout with Verbal Reasoning: 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty, free to play right in your browser. Word analogies and relationships Expect to spend about 7 minutes; every question comes with an explanation, so you learn something even when you miss.
A few sample questions
1. Hot is to cold as tall is to ___?
Answer: Short
2. Author is to book as composer is to ___?
Answer: Music
3. Puppy is to dog as kitten is to ___?
Answer: Cat
4. Which word does NOT belong in this group: Apple, Banana, Carrot, Orange?
Answer: Carrot
5. Pen is to write as knife is to ___?
Answer: Cut
Frequently asked questions
Will I lose my progress if I close the page?
Your overall progress — XP, streaks, and badges — is saved in your browser automatically. A quiz that's underway restarts if you leave mid-game, but at about 7 minutes, Verbal Reasoning fits comfortably in one sitting.
How many questions are in Verbal Reasoning?
Verbal Reasoning has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is Verbal Reasoning free to play?
Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Verbal Reasoning — is free, with no sign-up required, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded once.
How long does Verbal Reasoning take?
Most players finish Verbal Reasoning in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
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