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Practice Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) ID: #38708 Crime 2

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Crime, as we are all has been a growing problem all over the world in the last thirty years. But we are not against crime. Much is being done — and more can be done — to reverse the trend. You can play a part in it. The first step towards preventing crime is understanding its . Most crime is against property, not the and most crime is not carried out by professionals; nor is it carefully planned. Property crimes on the easy opportunity. They are often by adolescents and young men, the majority of whom stop offending as they grow older.

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Correct answer: aware
Explanation: The word 'aware' fits grammatically as it describes a state of consciousness regarding crime, aligning with the context of the sentence. It indicates that people have knowledge of the growing problem, which is the intended meaning.
Meaning: 'Aware' means having knowledge or perception of a situation or fact, indicating that people recognize the issue of crime.
Wrong options:
conscious: 'Conscious' refers to being awake or aware of one's surroundings but does not fit as smoothly in this context as it implies a more active state of awareness.
informed: 'Informed' suggests having knowledge based on information received, but it is less commonly used in this context compared to 'aware'.
known: 'Known' is a past participle that does not fit grammatically here, as it does not convey the active state of awareness required in the sentence.
Correct answer: powerless
Explanation: The term 'powerless' correctly conveys a lack of ability to act against crime, fitting both grammatically and contextually within the sentence structure, emphasizing the sentiment of helplessness.
Meaning: 'Powerless' means lacking the ability or power to do something, indicating that people feel they cannot effectively combat crime.
Wrong options:
unprepared: 'Unprepared' suggests a lack of readiness, which does not directly convey the inability to act against crime as 'powerless' does.
hopeless: 'Hopeless' implies a sense of despair, which is a stronger emotional state than what is intended in this context.
weak: 'Weak' indicates a lack of strength but does not capture the specific inability to act against crime as effectively as 'powerless'.
Correct answer: nature
Explanation: The word 'nature' fits well as it refers to the inherent characteristics of crime, aligning with the context of understanding crime. It is grammatically correct and contextually appropriate.
Meaning: 'Nature' refers to the fundamental qualities or characteristics of something, in this case, crime, which is essential for understanding it.
Wrong options:
type: 'Type' refers to a category or classification, which is less specific than 'nature' in this context, as it does not encompass the broader characteristics of crime.
reason: 'Reason' implies a cause or explanation, which does not fit the context of understanding the overall characteristics of crime.
method: 'Method' refers to a way of doing something, which is not relevant when discussing the characteristics of crime.
Correct answer: public
Explanation: The term 'public' is appropriate as it refers to the general population, fitting grammatically and contextually within the sentence, emphasizing that most crime is against people rather than property.
Meaning: 'Public' refers to the community or society at large, indicating that crime affects individuals within this group.
Wrong options:
victim: 'Victim' refers to an individual who suffers from a crime, which does not capture the broader context of crime affecting the general population.
residents: 'Residents' implies people living in a specific area, which is too narrow compared to 'public'.
citizens: 'Citizens' refers to members of a state or nation, which is also too specific and does not encompass the broader public.
Correct answer: thrive
Explanation: The word 'thrive' fits grammatically and contextually, indicating that property crimes flourish in situations where opportunities are readily available, aligning with the overall message of the sentence.
Meaning: 'Thrive' means to grow or develop vigorously, suggesting that property crimes increase when opportunities arise.
Wrong options:
increase: 'Increase' is a general term for growth but lacks the connotation of flourishing or succeeding that 'thrive' conveys in this context.
develop: 'Develop' implies a gradual process of growth, which does not capture the immediate and vigorous nature of property crimes as 'thrive' does.
happen: 'Happen' is too vague and does not convey the active and flourishing nature of property crimes in relation to opportunity.
Correct answer: committed
Explanation: The term 'committed' is grammatically and contextually appropriate, indicating that crimes are actively carried out by individuals, which aligns with the sentence's meaning.
Meaning: 'Committed' means to carry out or perpetrate an act, particularly in the context of crime, indicating that individuals engage in criminal activities.
Wrong options:
performed: 'Performed' is typically used for actions or tasks, which does not fit as well in the context of committing a crime.
started: 'Started' implies the beginning of an action, which does not accurately reflect the ongoing nature of criminal acts as 'committed' does.
done: 'Done' is too vague and does not convey the specific act of engaging in crime as effectively as 'committed'.

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