Difference between Burglar and Bandit

Pachtetchi · Wed Feb 15, 2006 10:22 am *Difference between Burglar and Bandit*

English Synonym, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #73 "Synonyms for robber and thief", question 4

A ......... had broken the back door and stolen my golden necklace.

(a) bandit
(b) robber
(c) burglar
(d) criminal

English Synonym, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #73 "Synonyms for robber and thief", answer 4

A burglar had broken the back door and stolen my golden necklace.

Correct answer: (c) burglar

Your answer was: incorrect
A bandit had broken the back door and stolen my golden necklace.
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what is the difference between Burglar and Bandit?

Pachtetchi

Alan · Wed Feb 15, 2006 11:05 am *Bandit/burglar*

Hi,

A burglar is someone who breaks into your house and steals something. A bandit is someone often a member of a group who robs people on the street in areas where there are few houses/people.

Alan
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