From the word lettered A to D, choose the word that best completes each of the following sentences After…

Analyze the question: The sentence says the prisoner gave an assurance that he would not escape, and then he was released. We need the word that describes a prisoner's conditional early release based on a promise of good behaviour.

Explain the concept:

• Parole: the temporary or early release of a prisoner before the sentence ends, based on a promise of good behaviour. The prisoner gives his word (the French parole means "word" or "promise"). If he breaks the conditions, he returns to prison.
• Probation: a period of supervision instead of imprisonment, usually given by a court to an offender, often a first-time one. It is not a release of someone already in prison.
• Suspension: temporary removal from a position or privilege, such as a student or worker being suspended. It does not apply to a prisoner's release.
• "Recored": not a valid word in this context. It is likely a misprint of "record" or "recognizance", and it makes no sense here.

Solution:

1. The prisoner is already in custody, so the release is from prison.
2. He gave his word, "assuring the authorities that he would not escape."
3. Release on the strength of a promise is the meaning of parole.

Sentence: "After assuring the authorities that he would not escape, the prisoner was released on parole."

Answer: C. parole

Exam tip: Link parole to "word of honour" (the French parole means "word"). Link probation to "proving yourself" in the community instead of going to jail. If the sentence mentions a promise or word given, think parole.