Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the nearest meaning to the word in bold.

The man who was mistaken for the murder was a petty shoplifter.

  1. person who is a tenant

  2. habitual of stealing goods

  3. person who loves shopping

  4. person who lifts heavy groceries

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

A shoplifter is someone who steals goods from stores or shops, typically by concealing items. The term specifically refers to theft of merchandise from retail establishments. Option B correctly identifies this as habitual stealing behavior.