The question below consists of a pair of related words followed by four pairs of words. Select the pair that best expresses the relation in the original pair. Gladiator : Arena A. dancer : stage B. commuter : train C. teacher : classroom D. lawyer : courtroom

GATE 2011 · General Aptitude · Word Pairs · medium

Answer: D. lawyer : courtroom

1. Identify the precise relationship: Gladiator fights in an Arena — the arena is the defined, exclusive venue for gladiatorial combat. It is the formal professional space associated with the gladiator's role.
2. Test each option for best match: A. Dancer:Stage — a stage is used by many performers (actors, musicians); not exclusive to dancers. B. Commuter:Train — a commuter is a traveller, not a professional; a train is a vehicle, not a professional venue. C. Teacher:Classroom — a classroom is shared with students; less 'exclusive formal venue'. D. Lawyer:Courtroom — a courtroom is the formal, official professional venue where only lawyers (and judges) practice their craft; most precise parallel.