The following question, consist of two words each that have a certain relationship to each other, followed by four lettered pairs of words. Select the lettered pair that has the same relationship as the original pair of words: Annihilation : Fire :: Cataclysm : ?

The correct answer is: A. Earthquake

Annihilation is the destruction of something completely, while fire is a destructive force that can cause annihilation. Similarly, a cataclysm is a large-scale disaster that can cause destruction, and an earthquake is a natural disaster that can cause widespread destruction.

The other options do not have the same relationship as the original pair of words.

• Flood is a large amount of water that flows over land, but it does not necessarily cause destruction.
• Emergency is a situation that requires immediate action, but it does not necessarily cause destruction.
• Steam is a gas that is formed when water is heated, but it does not necessarily cause destruction.