Module 1: Introduction to Corruption Quiz
Quiz, 10 questions
Question 1
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1. Question 1
It is important to study corruption because:
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Understanding corruption is critical to understanding the modern world
Corruption has recently inspired mass protests around the world
People, governments, and businesses are all searching for ways to decrease corruption
Question 2
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2. Question 2
In Lecture 2, corruption is defined as “abuse or misuse of power or trust for personal benefit rather
than the reasons for which that power or trust was given.” Which of the following is a true statement
about this definition (check all that apply)?
It supports the idea that corruption and bribery are synonymous
The kind of activity that constitutes “abuse or misuse” will vary based on localized circumstances
It allows for a broad understanding of “power,” such as power wielded by unpaid actors
It makes for a good a legal definition of corruption
Schlumberger-Private
Question 3
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3. Question 3
Which of the following is an illustration of extortion?
A government minister only hires people who belong to the same social club as the minister
A government minister awards a contract to a construction company in exchange for a payment from
the company’s CEO
A government minister tells a businesswoman that the woman’s firm will not receive a necessary
license unless the woman supports the minister’s political allies
A government minister redirects funds intended for a government account into his personal account
Question 4
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4. Question 4
Of the kinds of corruption discussed in Week 1’s lectures, two methods stand out - the first because
its harms can sometimes be counterbalanced by a potential benefit, and the second because it does
not fit neatly within the definition of corruption quoted in Question 2, above. These two methods are:
Nepotism; Theft
Undue Influence; Extortion
Nepotism; Undue Influence
Embezzlement; Undue Influence [Show Less]