Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Picked up shock in periods of global revolution (4)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "periods of global revolution". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). DAYS (sounds like "shock") [homophone: "Picked up"]; definition: "periods of global revolution" The answer is DAYS.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Picked up shock in periods of global revolution (4)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is DAYS.