Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Took exam earlier - having made plans to pass (7)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "refers to passing away". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TEST (synonym="=exam") + ATE (synonym="=took, i.e. consumed") = TESTATE; definition: "refers to passing away" The answer is TESTATE.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Took exam earlier - having made plans to pass (7)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is TESTATE.