There are two types of community service. The first one is a kind of punishment. For example, people who litter may be forced to clean up the streets. In this case, they may not feel happy about the work. The second type of community service is voluntary. This means people are willing, or pleased to do the work. For instance, people may volunteer to build houses for poor people, or raise money for children in mountainous areas.

However, it does not mean that volunteering is always a selfless act because volunteers may also benefit from the volunteering activities. For example, they may volunteer to meet new people, to develop social skills, or to find themselves' (learn what they truly want in life). In general, people may volunteer not just to help others, but also to help themselves.


1. According to the text, what is a benefit of volunteering?

A. Developing better English language skills

B. Meeting richer people

C. Better understanding of what you want in life


2. What can be inferred from the text?

A. Volunteers think about their needs as well as the needs of others.

B. Volunteers are selfless people who never expect anything in return.

C. People mainly volunteer to gain benefits.