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: Stickler : Insist

[amp_mcq option1=”Laggard : Outlast” option2=”Braggart : Boast” option3=”Haggler : Concede” option4=”Trickster : Risk” correct=”option1″]

The correct answer is: A. Laggard : Outlast

A stickler is someone who insists on things being done a certain way, while a laggard is someone who is slow or late. In the same way, a braggart is someone who boasts about themselves, while a haggle is a negotiation in which each side tries to get the best deal for themselves. A trickster is someone who deceives others, while a risk is a chance of loss or harm.

In the original pair, the first word describes the second word. A stickler is someone who insists on things being done a certain way, and a laggard is someone who is slow or late. In the same way, a braggart is someone who boasts about themselves, and a haggle is a negotiation in which each side tries to get the best deal for themselves. A trickster is someone who deceives others, and a risk is a chance of loss or harm.

In the answer pair, the first word describes the second word. A laggard is someone who is slow or late, and outlast means to continue to exist or function after others have stopped. In the same way, a braggart is someone who boasts about themselves, and boast means to talk about oneself or one’s achievements in a proud or exaggerated way. A trickster is someone who deceives others, and risk means to take a chance on something that could result in loss or harm.

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