Forms of Corruption and key terms

What is bribery?

• Stealing funds for personal use

• Offering or receiving something of value to influence decisions

• Appointing a family member to a job

• Forcing someone to give up money through threats

Which of the following is an example of embezzlement?

• Paying a bribe to avoid a fine

• Stealing government funds for personal use

• Appointing a friend to a government position

• Using threats to demand money

Nepotism refers to:

• Stealing public funds

• Giving jobs or benefits to family members

• Making illegal money appear legitimate

• Offering gifts to influence a decision

Which of the following is a key characteristic of favoritism?

• Offering bribes to influence a decision

• Providing preferential treatment to close associates

• Stealing funds from public accounts

• Forcing businesses to pay protection money

Extortion involves:

• Giving a family member a government job

• Forcing someone to give up money or services through threats

• Stealing money from an organization

• Offering bribes for business advantages

Money laundering is the process of:

• Offering bribes to public officials

• Making illegally obtained money appear legitimate

• Giving jobs to family members based on political loyalty

• Using threats to extort funds from individuals

Which of the following is NOT a form of corruption?

• Bribery

• Embezzlement

• Money laundering

• Public transparency

Which case study involves bribery and political favoritism?

• Mobutu Sese Seko in DRC

• Jacob Zuma and the Gupta Family in South Africa

• Donald Trump’s family appointments in the USA

• The Panama Papers leak

What is a common result of widespread corruption in a society?

• Economic growth

• Greater transparency

• Increased inequality and social unrest

• Improved healthcare and education

Which form of corruption involves using illegal means to avoid paying taxes?

• Bribery

• Nepotism

• Tax evasion

• Money laundering