Advanced Vocabulary for IELTS 7.0+: Crime and Punishment (Part 3)
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This lesson on Crime and Punishment (Part 3) helps IELTS candidates master key legal verbs, understand different types of punishment, and learn common verb collocations, with practical exercises and answers to enhance vocabulary in Speaking and Writing.
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Understanding legal vocabulary and verbs associated with crime and punishment is essential for IELTS candidates aiming for Band 7.0+. This lesson covers key legal verbs such as subpoena, interrogate, deport, and incarcerate, along with their correct usage in sentences. You will also learn about different types of punishment like capital punishment, probation, parole, and community service, with clear definitions to help you discuss legal topics confidently.
Further, the blog explains verb collocations commonly used in legal contexts, such as hand down, grant, impose, and appeal, and provides exercises with complete answer tables to practice and reinforce your knowledge. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be able to use crime-related vocabulary accurately in both IELTS Speaking and IELTS Writing tasks.
Verbs in Action: Key Legal Verbs
In this section, you will practice advanced verbs used in legal and crime-related contexts. Being able to correctly identify and use these verbs is crucial for IELTS Writing Task 2 and IELTS Speaking Part 3 discussions on crime, justice, or law-related topics.
Exercise A: Fill in the Gaps
Use a verb from the box to complete each sentence. You may need to change the tense in some cases. Do not use any word more than once.
Word Bank:
let off, dismiss, deport, interrogate, subpoena, inspect, incarcerate, collapse, bail, extradite, apprehend
| Sentence | Correct Verb |
|---|---|
| (a) He was _________________ to give evidence at the trial of his former business partner, who was charged with trying to defraud the state. | subpoenaed |
| (b) The trial _________________ when it became clear that the main witness for the prosecution was not credible. | collapsed |
| (c) The case was ____________ by the judge who said the proceedings were a waste of time. | dismissed |
| (d) The assailant was _________ by police in a hideout near where the attack had taken place. | apprehended |
| (e) Following his sentencing by the judge, he was __________ in Loggersdale Penitentiary. | incarcerated |
| (f) He was _________________ on a bond of £18,000. | bailed |
| (g) The police ____________ the suspect at length before releasing him for lack of evidence. | interrogated |
| (h) The illegal migrant was _________________ back to his home country having spent ten weeks in a sort of limbo waiting to learn his fate. | deported |
| (i) She was ___________ from Britain to America on a charge of murder in the first degree. | extradited |
| (j) He was _________________ with a caution by police on account of extenuating circumstances. | let off |
| (k) Officers _______ the crime scene found traces of blood on one of the walls in the lounge. | inspecting |
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Types of Punishment
Understanding different types of punishment is important for IELTS topics related to law and crime. Match the type of punishment with its definition.
Exercise B: Match the Words
| Punishment | Definition |
|---|---|
| (a) capital punishment | (i) is the death penalty |
| (b) community service | (vii) is a sentence whereby the offender is required to work voluntarily on local projects |
| (c) probation | (x) is the setting free of a criminal under supervision of the court or local police |
| (d) suspended sentence | (iii) is a sentence which will only have to be served if the criminal re-offends |
| (e) parole | (ix) is the early release of a prisoner on good behaviour or for compassionate reasons |
| (f) mandatory sentence | (iv) is a sentence all of which must be served |
| (g) minimum sentence | (ii) is when a judge says an offender must serve at least a certain amount of time in jail |
| (h) electronic monitoring | (v) is tagging an offender to keep an eye on them |
| (i) restitution | (viii) is the payment of damages to the victim of a crime |
| (j) fine | (vi) is a sum of money paid as a penalty for a crime |
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Verb Collocations in Legal Contexts
In IELTS, knowing verb collocations is essential for writing coherent essays and speaking fluently about law and crime.
Exercise C: Fill in the Gaps
Use a verb from the box. You may need to change its tense.
Word Bank:
hand down, grant, impose, appeal, dismiss, threat, overturn, reach, settle, claim
| Sentence | Correct Verb |
|---|---|
| (a) He was ____________ parole on account of his good behaviour. | granted |
| (b) The disputing parties ____________ an out-of-court settlement. | reached |
| (c) She is ____________ damages of $1 billion for loss of earnings. | claiming |
| (d) She is ____________ to sue if the paper prints private holiday pictures. | threatening |
| (e) They ____________ the case on the steps of the court building. | settled |
| (f) The judge ____________ a mandatory life sentence on the defendant. | handed down |
| (g) The judge ____________ a fine of £500 on the defendant. | imposed |
| (h) The verdict was ____________ on appeal to the High Court. | overturned |
| (i) He is ____________ the verdict; the case will be reheard in ten days. | appealing |
| (j) The judge ____________ his appeal, allowing the original verdict to stand. | dismissed |
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Answer Keys for the above Exercises
Exercise A: Verbs in Action
| Q No. | Correct Verb | Q No. | Correct Verb |
|---|---|---|---|
| a | subpoenaed | g | interrogated |
| b | collapsed | h | deported |
| c | dismissed | i | extradited |
| d | apprehended | j | let off |
| e | incarcerated | k | inspecting |
| f | bailed | – | – |
Exercise B: Types of Punishment
| Punishment | Definition |
|---|---|
| a. capital punishment | i |
| b. community service | vii |
| c. probation | x |
| d. suspended sentence | iii |
| e. parole | ix |
| f. mandatory sentence | iv |
| g. minimum sentence | ii |
| h. electronic monitoring | v |
| i. restitution | viii |
| j. fine | vi |
Exercise C: Verb Collocations
| Q No. | Correct Verb | Q No. | Correct Verb |
|---|---|---|---|
| a | granted | f | handed down |
| b | reached | g | imposed |
| c | claiming | h | overturned |
| d | threatening | i | appealing |
| e | settled | j | dismissed |
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Mastering crime and punishment vocabulary is crucial for IELTS Band 7.0+ candidates, especially when discussing law, justice, or social issues. Practice using verbs in context, understand types of punishment, and learn collocations to improve both Speaking and Writing fluency. For those aiming for top scores, following the IELTS Exam Preparation Tips for Band Score of 8+ can further enhance your vocabulary and overall test performance.
Also Check:
- Advanced Vocabulary for IELTS 7.0 + : Medical and Health Issues (Part 4)
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- Advanced Vocabulary for IELTS 7.0 +: Medical and Health Issues (Part 1)
- Advanced Vocabulary for IELTS 7.0+: Different Kinds of People (Part 2)
- Grammar For IELTS : The Common Grammars And Sentence Structures In English (Part 1
- Grammar For IELTS : The Common Grammars And Sentence Structures In English (Part 2)
- Using Contrast in IELTS Speaking & Writing: Advanced Grammar in IELTS
- 100+ Advanced Vocabulary Word List for IELTS (PDF Available)
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