Understanding Crime-Related Phrasal Verbs Quiz

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1. What does it mean to 'get away with' something?

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The phrase 'get away with' typically refers to avoiding punishment or consequences for a wrongdoing or crime.

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Understanding Crime-related Phrasal Verbs Quiz - Quiz

Explore the use of phrasal verbs in the context of criminal activities. This educational resource enhances understanding of English expressions related to crime, aiding in both language proficiency and criminological insight. Ideal for learners aiming to expand their legal vocabulary and grasp complex linguistic structures.

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2. What is the definition of 'set up'?

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The term 'set up' specifically refers to creating a situation where someone is wrongly implicated in a crime.

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3. What does the phrase 'to make off with' mean?

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The phrase 'to make off with' specifically refers to leaving a place quickly with stolen goods, not any of the other options provided.

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4. What does 'see off' mean?

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The phrase 'see off' specifically refers to scaring off or chasing away a criminal, rather than any of the other options provided.

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5. What does it mean to inform on someone?

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Informing on someone refers to reporting their wrongdoings to those in authority.

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6. What does it mean to stakeout?

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A stakeout is a covert surveillance of a location or criminal suspect for gathering evidence.

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7. What does it mean to crackdown on something?

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Cracking down on something refers to the act of preventing it from happening by implementing strict legal actions and measures.

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8. What does 'Turn in' mean?

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The phrase 'Turn in' in this context typically refers to the act of going to the authorities or law enforcement and confessing to a crime or wrongdoing.

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9. What does 'catch up with' mean?

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The correct meaning of 'catch up with' is specifically related to catching a criminal after a long pursuit. The other options are unrelated to the actual definition of the phrase.

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10. What does it mean to cover up?

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The term 'cover up' specifically refers to concealing the truth about a crime, scandal or mistake, rather than exposing, ignoring, or acknowledging it.

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What does it mean to 'get away with' something?
What is the definition of 'set up'?
What does the phrase 'to make off with' mean?
What does 'see off' mean?
What does it mean to inform on someone?
What does it mean to stakeout?
What does it mean to crackdown on something?
What does 'Turn in' mean?
What does 'catch up with' mean?
What does it mean to cover up?
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