Since 1901, the Absolute Number of Federal Employees Has Grown

question 36

Multiple Choice

Since 1901, the absolute number of federal employees has grown from ________ to _______ in 2014.

• A) 231,000; 2.1 million
• B) 150,000; 1.8 million
• C) 231,000; 750,000
• D) 450,000; 2.1 million

---

Definitions:

Persecution

Hostile and unfair treatment or punishment of an individual or group, especially because of their race, political or religious beliefs.

Refugees

Individuals who flee their country due to fear of persecution, war, or violence, seeking protection in another country under conditions defined by international law.

Asylum Seeker

A person seeking protection as a refugee in another country but has not yet been found to meet the definition of a refugee.

Protected Person

An individual recognized by a governmental or international body as having rights under protection due to fleeing persecution, torture, or cruel and unusual punishment in their home country.