Comprehension: City and Crime

What does “a big pat on the back” (in the second paragraph) mean?
1. A slight tap on the back.
2. A severe punishment.
3. Praise.
4. Criticism.
What did the police do to solve the problem of bike thefts?
1. They recommended a new type of lock to students.
2. They arranged for certain people to keep watch.
3. They removed most of the bike stands.
4. They asked students not to put their bikes outside schools.
How many thefts were there the year before last?
1. 1,635.
2. 1,486.
3. 743.
4. None of the above.
The gangs make most of their money by _____________.
1. buying and selling drugs and offering protection
2. stealing bikes and cars
3. robbing banks and businesses
4. kidnapping rich people
The phrase "part and parcel" means __________________.
1. something that is outstanding
2. a feature that is unique
3. something that cannot be avoided
4. a feature that is common