What is the difference between scope verification and quality control?

Scope verification is a part of:

All of the following are true regarding change control system EXCEPT:

During an IT implementation project, the project team is learning about new technology. Adopting some of this new technology will result in reducing the project's schedule and cost.
What should the project manager do?

A project sponsor asked the project manager to prepare progress, status, and forecast reports that clearly articulate the performance of the project in addition to setting up a weekly meeting with top management of the company. What is required to effectively monitor and control the project?