S. Korea’s Justice Minister Probed Over Son’s Military Leave

The transcript discusses a scandal involving South Korea's Justice Minister, who is accused of using her influence to extend her son's military leave. This has sparked public outrage over inequality and influence peddling among political and economic elites. The scandal has affected President Moon Jae-in's approval ratings, which had been improving due to South Korea's handling of the coronavirus outbreak. The situation is linked to ongoing efforts to reform the Justice Ministry, a contentious issue that has seen previous ministers resign under similar allegations.

What is the main accusation against the South Korean Justice Minister?

• Bribing government officials

• Extending her son's military leave

• Leaking confidential information

• Embezzling public funds

How has the scandal involving the Justice Minister affected President Moon Jae-in's political standing?

• His approval ratings have remained stable

• His approval ratings have slightly decreased

• He has gained more support from the public

• His approval ratings have increased

What broader issue is the scandal involving the Justice Minister linked to in South Korea?

• Inequality and influence peddling

• Environmental pollution

• Economic recession

• Healthcare system failures

What was the fate of the Justice Minister's predecessor, Joe Cook, in relation to similar reform efforts?

• He was promoted to a higher position

• He was cleared of all charges

• He successfully implemented reforms

• He resigned due to similar allegations

What expectation did the public have from Moon Jae-in when he took office regarding political privilege?

• To reduce political privileges

• To ignore political issues

• To maintain the status quo

• To increase political privileges