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Freedom of speech is a fundamental right that has been recognized as a _______ of democracy.

• corner

• cornerstone

• cornea

• corneal

Big businesses have a significant impact on the communities and societies in which they operate. As such, they have a social responsibility to act in the best ________ of the public and the environment, as well as their stakeholders.

• interest

• fondness

• regard

• preference

“Stakeholders” of a company can be _________.

• owners, employees, customers

• government, shareholders, managers

• society, suppliers, investors

• All A, B & C are correct

The question ________ whether there should be any limits to people’s right to express their opinions, thoughts, and ideas without fear of censorship, repression, or retaliation.

• raises

• increases

• comes up with

• arises

The ability to freely express oneself is essential to a healthy democracy, as it ________ the open exchange of ideas, perspectives, and information.

• enables to

• complies with

• allows for

• accesses to

Live events offer a more ________ experience, as you are seeing the event as it happens, without any editing or delay.

• factual

• authentic

• practical

• correct

“Big businesses should give back to the communities in which they operate by supporting local people, sponsoring community events, and volunteering their time and resources.” Which of the following is NOT an example of such socially responsible practices?

• A large multinational technology company provides financial support for local students to excel in STEM fields.

• A large pharmaceutical company hosts free medical clinics where residents can receive basic medical care and health checkups.

• A large manufacturing company that produces consumer goods prioritizes environmental sustainability by sourcing materials from suppliers who adopt sustainable practices.

• A large retail company offers financial assistance to small businesses in the form of grants or loans to help them expand their operations.

Large corporations have a responsibility to reduce their negative impact on the environment, and can achieve this by __________ measures such as waste reduction and energy conservation.

• utilizing

• handling

• harnessing

• implementing

Live performances can incorporate a(n) __________ of unpredictability, with unexpected things happening that you might not see on TV.

• element

• section

• ingredient

• foundation

Watching on TV is often a more cost-effective alternative to attending the live event, especially if the event is in another city or country. Which one is NOT a phrase of synonymous meaning to the highlighted?

• a more affordable option

• a more plausible reason

• a more budget-friendly choice

• a more financially sound choice