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House chores are often on the bottom of everyone's to-do list, so when a disabled family member or
friend needs assistance, we often prefer. To let someone else help out with the housework since we usually
have enough of our own, but cleaning, washing and sweeping need not be heavy tasks. In fact, you probably
get a lot done in a short amount of time if you work efficiently.
If you are visiting a disabled person on a regular hasis, ask which day would be best for you to come,
probably for no more than an hour or so. Then find out what type of supplies or equipment you will need
to carry out a few clean-up chores. Make a list and take those things with you so you will be ready to get
into action when the time comes. Don't plan to do too much or you will end up spending too much time on
chores and perhaps make your host feel guilty. Don't leave cleaning supplies or equipment in places where
your disabled friend might trip over them later. Be cheerful and enjoy your visit either before or after your
housework.
Even though you have a better way of handling things, remember that this is your host's house, and things
should be done according to his or her wishes. Of course, if the person's preferences are vastly different
from yours or if you are unable to do things as he or she wishes, let that task go to someone else to do.
Helping someone by assisting with housework is a great way to show friendliness and support. Set
reasonable limitations on your time and effort and be flexible about doing whatever your host most wants to
be done. Both of you can then benefit from this interactive experience.
1. People usually would rather others help out with a disabled person's housework probably because _____.
A. doing house chores is an important task for everyone
B. they have a lot of house work of their own at home
C. they don't want to spend too much time on unimportant things
D. doing house chores can be a really time-consuming task
2. If you want to help a disabled person with his or her housework, the first thing you should do it to _____.
A. get all kinds of supplies and equipment ready
B. list the things that can't be touched in advance
C. ask him or her which day would be best
D. invite some of your friends to do it with you
3. If you are not able to do what your friend wishes, you'd better _____.
A. do some practice before
B. ask your parents or somebody else tor advice
C. let someone else deal with it
D. do it under an expert's instruction
4. According to the passage, doing too many house chores for a disabled person may ______.
A. have a great effect on your own life
B. affect the disabled person's life
C. cause some misunderstandings
D. make the disabled person feel guilty
