Border Patrol Practice Exam

According to the information about immigrants in 1999, what can be deduced about their employment status in professional occupations?

1. Most were employed in low-skill jobs

2. Many were engaged in professional roles

3. No immigrant held professional jobs

4. All immigrants were unqualified for professional occupations

The correct answer is: Many were engaged in professional roles

The assertion that many immigrants were engaged in professional roles in 1999 aligns with historical trends that show a significant number of immigrants have advanced degrees or professional skills. This demographic often includes individuals who move to the United States seeking better opportunities and contribute positively to sectors such as healthcare, technology, and academia. In the 1990s, many immigrants brought valuable skills and qualifications that allowed them to fill professional roles, which often helped address labor shortages in certain industries. The other options suggest a more restrictive view of immigrants’ contributions and qualifications. For instance, stating that most were employed in low-skill jobs undermines the reality that many immigrants are well-educated and professionally qualified. Similarly, claiming that no immigrant held professional jobs or that all were unqualified for professional occupations does not accurately reflect the diverse skill sets present among immigrant populations during that time.