My father ( ) from his job at the age of 55. A: retired B: continued C: retires D: continues

Why does the principal Mrs. Jacobs give Mr. Holland a compass as a gift when she retires from school?

Which of the following people would be considered unemployed by the Bureau of Labor Statistics? I. Mrs. X retires from her job at the age of 55 and does not look for another job. II. Mr. Y was laid off from his job as a welder, but expects to be rehired in 8 months. A: I only B: II only C: both I and II D: neither I nor II