Multiple choice

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

The main culprit got off with probation, but his cohorts got ten years imprisonment.

  1. group

  2. tormentors

  3. victims

  4. planners

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

In this context, 'cohorts' refers to companions or associates, particularly those involved in the same activity (here, criminal activity). A cohort is a member of a group or company. Options B, C, and D describe different relationships not fitting the context of accomplices.