China crackdown on cyber scams in Southeast Asia — Reading comprehension exercise

B1 / B2 / C1


STEP 1 - Read the following article: READING COMPREHENSION ARTICLE 38


STEP 2 - Answer these questions (choose the best answer):

1. How many people has China apprehended in its crackdown?
2. Which of these countries is NOT mentioned as a mecca for cyber scams?
3. Many of the cyber scams are run by Chinese organized crime syndicates in conjunction with _______________.
4. Many Chinese citizens are _______________ to work doing cyber scams after being lured by fake high-paying jobs.
5. Myanmar is a relatively easy place to run a cyber scam due to _______________ and the lack of government control of certain areas.
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Did you know? Online scam operations have become a major cross-border law enforcement issue in parts of Southeast Asia, often involving large compounds where workers are reportedly held against their will. This article introduces vocabulary related to crime, trafficking, and international cooperation.

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