pervades
penetrates
pollutes
poisons
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The correct answer is A. pervades.
Pervade means to spread throughout or be present in every part of something. In the context of the sentence, corruption is said to pervade every sphere of national life, meaning that it is present in all aspects of society, from government to business to education.
The other options are not as accurate.
- Penetrate means to enter or pass through something. In the context of the sentence, it would imply that corruption is only present in certain parts of society, such as government or business.
- Pollute means to make something dirty or impure. In the context of the sentence, it would imply that corruption is only harmful to society, and not beneficial in any way.
- Poison means to make something harmful or dangerous. In the context of the sentence, it would imply that corruption is only destructive, and not helpful in any way.