CATEGORY 1: CRIME VOCABULARY
If someone illegally takes another person's property without using violence, that person is a __________
Theft
He was the leader of a famouse Family, a cult connected to several murders in California.
Charles Manson
This is the place where a judge, lawyers, witnesses, and sometimes a jury meet during a trial.
A courtroom
Complete the sentence:
“In my ________, the punishment was fair.”
opinion
If someone uses violence or the threat of violence to steal money or valuable objects, that person is a _______.
Robbery
This Colombian drug lord became one of the world's most notorious criminals and was the leader of the Medellín Cartel.
Pablo Escobar
This is the punishment in which a convicted person is kept in a secure facility for a period of time.
Imprisonment
Complete the sentence:
“I ________ that the sentence was too harsh.”
believe - think
This crime involves intentionally damaging public or private property, such as walls, cars, or buildings.
Vandalism
This Colombian serial killer was known as “La Bestia” and was convicted of murdering numerous children.
Luis Alfredo Garavito
When a person is officially found responsible for committing a crime, they are ________.
Convicted
Give one B2 expression for politely disagreeing with someone's opinion.
“I see your point, but…”
or
“I would argue that…”
This is the process in which police collect evidence, interview witnesses, and examine clues to discover who committed a crime.
Police investigation
This American serial killer was executed in Florida in 1989 after being sentenced to death.
Ted Bundy
This is the formal punishment given to someone after they are convicted of a crime.
Sentence
Complete this argument:
“The punishment was justified because ________.”
Any logical and well-justified answer is acceptable.
This word describes a dishonest act in which someone lies or manipulates information to obtain money or financial benefits.
Fraud
This Colombian criminal, whose real name was _______, was a notorious member of the Medellín Cartel and was known for his role as a hitman. After serving a long prison sentence, he later became a public figure and spoke publicly about his past.
Popeye (Jhon Jairo Velásquez Vásquez
This concept focuses on helping criminals change their behavior and return successfully to society rather than simply punishing them.
Rehabilitation
Defend or challenge this statement:
“A punishment should be based on the crime, not on public anger.”
Any well-developed B2 argument is acceptable.