Community Helpers — Answer Key
Part A: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1. A mail carrier delivers letters and packages to homes.
A mail carrier delivers letters and packages to homes and businesses every day.
2. A librarian helps people find and borrow books.
A librarian helps you find books and other materials at the library.
3. A veterinarian is a doctor who takes care of animals.
A veterinarian is a doctor who takes care of animals when they are sick or hurt.
4. A crossing guard helps children cross the street safely.
A crossing guard stands near schools and helps children cross the street safely.
5. A police officer helps keep the community safe.
A police officer keeps the community safe by making sure people follow the law.
6. A chef prepares food for people at a restaurant.
A chef prepares food at a restaurant for people to eat and enjoy.
7. A dentist cleans and fixes your teeth.
A dentist takes care of your teeth by cleaning them and checking for cavities.
8. A bus driver takes people from place to place.
A firefighter works at a place called a fire station where the fire trucks are kept.
9. A nurse helps the doctor care for patients in a hospital.
A nurse helps the doctor take care of patients by checking their temperature and giving medicine.
Part B: Matching
Match each item on the left to the correct answer on the right.
1. Match each item to its correct answer.
Firefighter
→ Fire hose
Mailbag
Doctor
→ Stethoscope
Fire hose
Police officer
→ Badge
Badge
Mail carrier
→ Mailbag
Stethoscope
Firefighter → Fire hose because firefighters spray water to put out fires. Doctor → Stethoscope because doctors listen to your heart. Police officer → Badge because officers wear a badge to show authority. Mail carrier → Mailbag because mail carriers carry letters in a mailbag.