Spies Crossword Puzzle

About the Spies Crossword Puzzle

This puzzle covers the people, methods, and equipment used in espionage, from undercover work and dead drops to ciphers and listening devices. Find terms such as Informant, Safe House, Microfilm, and Double Agent. It suits students curious about intelligence work, as well as readers and viewers who enjoy spy stories and secret missions.

This crossword draws on 39 clues about Spies. Each grid uses a different handful and fits them together a new way, so press New puzzle for another whenever you finish. The answers are in the answer key when you print, and behind the Reveal button when you play.

Sample clues

• •Assumed name used to conceal identity (5 letters)
• •System for disguising a written message (6 letters)
• •Hidden place for leaving a package (8 letters)
• •Listen secretly to another's conversation (9 letters)
• •On-site gathering of information (9 letters)
• •Seize a message before it reaches its recipient (9 letters)
• •Connected group of contacts (7 letters)
• •Prearranged meeting (10 letters)

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