Jobs and Professions

As has been the case for many years, jobs, or forms of employment wherein employees
perform a service or duty in exchange for financial compensation, play a prominent role in
society. Furthermore, all jobs—even those of seemingly little significance—are important,
as they simply wouldn't exist if their specific responsibilities weren't of value
to employers (companies or persons that pay others for their work), customers (individuals
who pay money for a product or service), and the economy generally.
Teachers, or educational professionals tasked with helping students understand certain
subjects and topics, are especially crucial today. In short, teachers help their students to
become qualified for their future careers.
Doctors, or medical professionals who specialize in providing health-related assistance to
patients, are some of the most respected individuals in America and the world. It's the
responsibility of doctors to help those who feel less-than-stellar to determine the underlying
health issue(s) and recommend an effective treatment (or remedy to a disease, disorder, or
condition).
There are quite a few types of specialty doctors in America (besides MD, which simply
means "medical doctor"), all of whom can be referred to simply as "Doctor (Name)."
Dentists (mouth/teeth doctors), dermatologists (skin doctors), and psychiatrists (mental-
health doctors) are just a few examples of the many different types of doctors.
Additionally, nurses are medical professionals who help to administer doctor-ordered
treatments to patients.
Police officers are law enforcement professionals whose job it is to protect citizens, solve
crimes, and assure that rules and regulations are followed. Similarly, firefighters serve the
public by responding to fires (and other emergency situations) and using high-tech
equipment to extinguish these fires, while bringing any individuals who're in danger to
safety.
Farmers maintain fields of crops (or vegetable/fruit plants) and/or collections of animals
with the intention of selling these products as food.
Chefs/cooks prepare meals in professional settings, including restaurants, cafeterias, and
other venues wherein food and drink are sold, for customers. Chefs are generally
experienced in cooking and managing kitchens.
Waiters bring menus, beverages, meals, and ultimately, the check (or a bill of the foods
and drinks purchased in a transaction) to tables in restaurants and other establishments that
serve food.
Artists produce art, or works of creative significance, including music, paintings, drawings,
poetry, writing, and more.

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Please answer the following questions of understanding:
Question 1:
Jobs are best defined as which of the following?
a Activities used to pass the time
b Activities used to have fun
c Forms of employment wherein employees perform a service or duty in
exchange for financial compensation
d There is no exact definition of jobs
Question 2:
Which of the following are types of doctors?
a Dermatologist
b Nurse
c Dentist
d A and C
Question 3:
Chefs are culinary professionals who:
a Prepare foods in commercial settings
b Respond to the preferences of diners
c A and B
d Serve food to diners
Question 4:
Which of the following is not a type of art?
a Scientific reports
b Writing
c Paintings
d Music
Question 5:
Which of the following professionals are responsible for helping
individuals to learn specific information?
a Police officers
b Teachers/professors
c Doctors
d Farmers
Miami
Christina visited Miami during her winter vacation. She is from Boston, where it is cold
during the winter months. Miami, however, has a very warm climate. There are many
sunny days in Miami, and people can go to the beach all year long. Christina spent a
good portion of her trip on the beach to relax and sunbathe. However, she also
explored Miami and its surroundings.
Inspired by Miami’s proximity to the ocean, Christina visited the Miami Seaquarium to
learn about marine life. There, she watched a show using trained dolphins, killer
whales, and other aquatic mammals. She took a lot of pictures of the sea creatures
jumping out of the water and performing tricks.
Christina also took an excursion to the Everglades National Park. This park is a
protected area spanning 1.5 million acres. Because the park is mostly swampland, it is
home to many reptiles. Native animals include snakes, alligators, and crocodiles. The
park is also great for birdwatching. Christina enjoyed hiking the trails in the Everglades
and observing the wildlife in its natural environment.
When Christina returned to the city, she visited Little Havana. This is Miami’s Cuban
neighborhood. Christina could see that Little Havana’s people demonstrated a lot of
pride for their Cuban heritage. There were many outdoor shops and vendors, live
musicians, and the Cuban cuisine was delicious. Little Havana was Christina’s favorite
part about her trip to Miami. This neighborhood made Christina feel like she had
traveled to Cuba without ever having to leave the United States.

Did you understand the text?

Please answer the following questions of understanding:
Question 1:
In comparison to Christina’s hometown, Miami’s winter weather is:
a More humid
b Warmer
c The Same
d Cooler
Question 2:
Why was Christina motivated to visit the Miami Seaquarium?
a Miami’s coastal location inspired her.
b She wanted to protest animal rights.
c She hoped to photograph the sea creatures.
d The Seaquarium was recently constructed.
Question 3:
Which of the following animals would not be found in the Everglades?
a Crocodiles
b Snakes
c Birds
d Dolphins
Question 4:
Little Havana’s identity is based on what particular culture?
a American culture
b Cuban culture
c Dominican culture
d Mexican culture
Question 5:
What was Christina’s favorite part about her trip to Miami?
a Sunbathing on the beach
b Touring Little Havana
c Visiting the Miami Seaquarium
d Hiking the trails of the Everglades
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