The Civil Service Act of 1883 Attempted to Pattern Government

question 25

Multiple Choice

The Civil Service Act of 1883 attempted to pattern government hiring after practices found in

• A)business.
• B)the Catholic Church.
• C)Congress.
• D)local government.

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Definitions:

Cholesterol

A waxy, fat-like substance found in all cells of the body, which is essential for the formation of cell membranes, certain hormones, and vitamin D, yet high levels can lead to health problems.

Poverty

The state of being extremely poor, leading to a lack of access to basic needs such as food, shelter, and clean water.

Mosquitoes

Flying insects known for their ability to feed on blood, acting as vectors for transmitting various diseases such as malaria and the Zika virus.

Malaria

A life-threatening disease caused by parasites that are transmitted to humans through the bites of infected mosquitoes, prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions.