Question

read the passage.
i have been doing miscellaneous jobs around my neighborhood for the past few years. i weed gardens, mow lawns, shovel driveways, and help my neighbors with small repairs. i really enjoy doing these tasks for them because it makes me feel good that i am able to assist them. i have also become great friends with these neighbors. some have told my parents that i have become indispensable to them. many neighbors cannot physically do all of the work around their house and yard anymore. others have extremely demanding jobs and do not have time. they tell me that it is essential that someone give them a hand now and then. i try to work well, and i know they are satisfied with the thorough work ive done.
which word from the passage best helps the reader understand the meaning of \indispensable\?

1. \miscellaneous\
2. \demanding\
3. \essential\
4. \thorough\

Explanation:

"Indispensable" means absolutely necessary or essential. The passage states "It is essential that someone give them a hand now and then" to explain why the narrator is needed by neighbors, which directly aligns with the meaning of "indispensable." The other words do not relate to the definition of necessary/required support.

Answer:

1. "essential"