1 Read the sentences and choose the best synonym or paraphrase for the underlined words (a, b or c).
1 The image of an outlaw appeals to a lot of people.
a is attractive to
b is similar to
annoys
2 Members of the gang made large amounts of money
a were very short of money
b needed a lot of money
c became very rich
3 They stole rings and necklaces from shops.
a) is attractive to
b) is similar to
c) annoys
The correct answer is a) is attractive to. The phrase "appeals to" means that many people find the image of an outlaw attractive or appealing.
2. Members of the gang made large amounts of money.
a) were very short of money
b) needed a lot of money
c) became very rich
The correct answer is c) became very rich. The sentence implies that the members of the gang were able to accumulate a significant amount of money, indicating that they became very rich.
3. They stole rings and necklaces from shops.
a) bought
b) found
c) took without permission
The correct answer is c) took without permission. The sentence states that they "stole" rings and necklaces, indicating that they took them without permission or unlawfully.