Corruption

Question 1

official: a person with authority in government or business.

Answer 1

-The official asked me to fill out a form.
-A school official helped the new student.

Question 2

dishonestly = not honestly; unfairly, by cheating.

Answer 2

He answered the test dishonestly.
She won the game dishonestly.

Question 3

corrupt = behaving dishonestly, usually for money or power.

Answer 3

A corrupt judge took money.
The corrupt police officer helped criminals.

Question 4

bribe = money or gift to make someone act dishonestly.

Answer 4

He gave the officer a bribe.
The judge refused the bribe.

Question 5

kickback = secret payment to an official in a dishonest deal.

Answer 5

Kickbacks are common in corruption.
The manager was arrested for taking kickbacks.

Question 6

nepotism = giving jobs or advantages to family members unfairly.

Answer 6

The company was full of nepotism.
Nepotism is bad for workers.

Question 7

embezzlement = stealing money from the place where you work.

Answer 7

Embezzlement is a serious crime.
She went to jail for embezzlement.

Question 8

in exchange for… → something given in return.

Answer 8

She gave him food in exchange for money.
They gave gifts in exchange for support.

Question 9

otherwise در غیر اینصورت

Answer 9

He would not smile otherwise.
She would not help otherwise.

Question 10

accused = officially said to have done something wrong.

Answer 10

The accused man went to court.
He is the accused in the case.

Question 11

criminal = a person who breaks the law.

Answer 11

The criminal ran away.
Criminals must go to jail.

Question 12

judge = a person who decides in court.

Answer 12

The judge listened to both sides.
Judges work in courts.

Question 13

construction = the building of houses, roads, or other structures.

Answer 13

The construction of the bridge takes two years.
The construction site is closed today.

Question 14

is similar to… → comparison.

Answer 14

Reading is similar to studying.
Soccer is similar to football.

Question 15

business deal = agreement between people or companies for business.

Answer 15

They made a business deal yesterday.
The business deal was successful.

Question 16

even if + clause → shows contrast or something surprising.

Answer 16

I will go for a walk even if it rains.
She eats ice cream even if it’s cold.

Question 17

gives advantages to… → shows someone receives benefits.

Answer 17

The teacher gives advantages to hardworking students.
Parents give advantages to children who study well.

Question 18

unfairly = not fair, in a wrong way.

Answer 18

It’s unfair to punish one person.
They played unfairly in the game.

Question 19

relatives = family members.

Answer 19

I live with my relatives.
She invited her relatives to the party.

Question 20

even though + clause → shows contrast or unexpected situation.

Answer 20

I went outside even though it was raining.
She ate cake even though she was full.

Question 21

hire = employ someone to work.

Answer 21

The company hired a new teacher.
They hire workers every year.

Question 22

qualified = having the skills or knowledge for a job.

Answer 22

She is qualified to be a teacher.
He is very qualified for this position.

Question 23

at the expense of… → meaning “causing harm to someone/something.”

Answer 23

He works hard at the expense of his health.
She studied at the expense of sleep.

Question 24

embezzlement = stealing money from your workplace.

Answer 24

The manager was arrested for embezzlement.
Embezzlement is illegal.

Question 25

expenses = money spent for something.

Answer 25

My expenses are higher than my salary. She keeps a record of her expenses.

Question 26

as a result of… → shows cause or reason.

Answer 26

He was tired as a result of working all day. The team lost as a result of bad weather.

Question 27

freed = released; set free.

Answer 27

The prisoner was freed yesterday. The bird was freed from the cage.

Question 28

economy = the system of money, jobs, and trade in a country.

Answer 28

The economy of this country is growing. A strong economy helps people.

Question 29

tax = money people pay to the government.

Answer 29

I pay taxes every year. Taxes help build schools. The government collects taxes.

Question 30

in addition → adds more information.

Answer 30

I like apples. In addition, I like oranges. She studies English. In addition, she studies French.

Question 31

less able to + verb → shows reduced capability.

Answer 31

She is less able to run after the injury. He is less able to speak English than before.

Question 32

compete = try to be better than others.

Answer 32

Students compete for prizes. Companies compete for customers.

Question 33

strict = very clear and firm.

Answer 33

The teacher has strict rules. The parents are strict with their children.