Does 'sponsor' mean the same as 'give help'?

[Lotinmaxceau]

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #151 "Traveling Down Under: How can I immigrate to Australia?", question 8

Australian citizens who are receiving social security benefits from the government are not permitted to ......... tourists wanting to travel to Australia.

(a) benefactor
(b) sponsor
(c) giver
(d) donor

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #151 "Traveling Down Under: How can I immigrate to Australia?", answer 8

Australian citizens who are receiving social security benefits from the government are not permitted to sponsor tourists wanting to travel to Australia.

Correct answer: (b) sponsor
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sponsor like give help

[Alan]

Yes, that's what it means. Please ask a full question: Does 'sponsor' mean the same as 'give help'?

Alan
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