Friday, May 13, 2016

US Uses Fake University to Stop Visa Fraud

VOA Learning English: US Uses Fake University to Stop Visa Fraud
US officials say 21 people have been arrested for their reported involvement in an illegal visa program. Over 1,000 foreigners signed up for the program in an effort to stay in the US by claiming to attend or work for a university that does not exist. (read) (listen)




Words in This Story

fraud - n. the crime of using dishonest methods to take something valuable from another person

fake - adj. meant to look real or genuine but not real or genuine

broker - n. a person who helps other people to reach agreements or to make deals

legitimate - adj. real, accepted or official

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