MAT Practice Analogy Questions

Answer: Answer (A) is correct.

A characteristic of an imposter is that they are mendacious, or misleading, so look for the pair that has a similar relationship. In choice (B), a benefactor is someone who supports, not someone who is malevolent (spiteful and wicked). In choice (C), a pacifist is a peacekeeper, not someone who is litigious, bringing debate. In choice (D), a luminary is someone who is a celebrity or achiever, and therefore, not insignificant. In choice (A), a trickster is deceitful and cunning, which is the definition of Machiavellian.