Which term describes a comparison of two different things that are similar in some way?

• A. Analogy
• B. Metaphor
• C. Simile
• D. Symbolism

Answer: (A)

Analogy is a comparison of two different things that are similar in some way, used to show how their relationships align and to explain ideas by drawing that parallel. It helps you see a pattern in how things relate, like comparing how a teacher guides students to how a coach guides players—both provide instruction, support, and direction to help others succeed. A metaphor says one thing is another to convey a quality, rather than describing a relationship between two pairs. A simile makes a direct comparison using like or as. Symbolism uses objects to stand for bigger ideas, not a relational mapping. So, the term that fits the description is analogy.