1. Which of the following is the meaning of "implicate" in this sentence: "The evidence clearly implicates him in the crime."?
A. Clear
B. Exonerate
C. Involve
D. Absolve
2. The report did not directly implicate anyone in the scandal, but it raised suspicions against several individuals.
What does the sentence imply about the report?
A. The report provided direct evidence against multiple individuals.
B. The report absolved all parties involved in the scandal.
C. The report hinted at the possible involvement of several individuals.
D. The report confirmed the innocence of those suspected in the scandal.
3. According to the passage, what does the term "implicate" mean in the context of criminal investigations?
A. To prove someone's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
B. To suggest or show that someone is involved in a crime.
C. To exonerate someone from suspicion of wrongdoing.
D. To punish someone for a crime they did not commit.