TOEFL ITP Reading set 006
Reading Comprehension practice — read the passage and choose the best answer.
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Every Sunday afternoon, volunteers from Oak Lane walk to nearby
homes of older neighbors. Some carry grocery bags. Others bring
garden tools or a small radio for company. The group meets at the
corner mailbox first, then splits into pairs. Soft greetings and
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smiles start each visit. These weekly visits help older people stay
safe and feel less alone. The street feels warmer when helpers
arrive.
First, helpers should knock gently and wait. Do not enter until
someone opens the door. Ask what help is needed before you begin.
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Many neighbors want help with shopping lists or light cleaning.
Carry heavy bags carefully up the steps. Speak slowly and clearly.
If you move a chair, put it back when you finish. Thank the person
after you help.
Second, check the list on the fridge for medicine times. Do not
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give medicine yourself. Remind them politely if a clock alarm rings.
Water plants near the window if they ask. Walk dogs on short
leashes around the block. Keep phones ready for emergency numbers
on the fridge note. Leave space in the hallway so walkers can pass.
A friendly "see you next week" keeps visits calm.
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Third, write notes on the shared board at the community center.
Some visits move to Tuesday when Sunday rain is heavy. Fresh fruit
needs a cool bag if you shop slowly. Ask about favorite radio shows
if you want to bring music later. Coins for the tip jar are not
needed; kind time is enough. Free maps show which homes need
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help each week.
Helping elderly neighbors is more than finishing chores. It is a
chance to listen, share news, and support people who built the
town. Regular helpers say the visits feel like family time.
When pairs leave with empty bags and clear notes, the street grows
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quiet until next Sunday. Simple habits make helping fair, safe,
and friendly for everyone on Oak Lane. Coming back next week feels
easy when trust stays strong.