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Read Aloud 40
Topic: Volunteer Fire Departments • RA-14052 wordsPTE Core Speaking & Reading
Task Instructions:Look at the text below. In 35 seconds, you must read this text aloud as naturally and clearly as possible. You have 40 seconds to read aloud.
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Passage Text
Rural communities rely on volunteer fire departments whose members balance full-time jobs with on-call emergency response duties. Recruits complete rigorous training in fire suppression, vehicle extrication, and first aid before being cleared to respond to incidents. Fundraising events and modest municipal grants help these dedicated teams purchase essential equipment and maintain readiness.
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