Reading Comprehension Success in 20 Minutes a Day, 3rd Edition

7. What documents does one need to renew a
driver’s license?
8. What documents represent proof of social
security?
9. How often must one renew a driver’s license?
10. How does one obtain the renewal form?
11. True or False: You can renew your driver’s license
by mail.
Before you look at the answers, look at the next
page to see how you might have marked up the passage
to highlight the important information.

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Instructions for License Renewal
A driver’s license must be renewed every four years. A renewal application is sent
approximately five to seven weeks before the expiration date listed on the license.
Individuals who fail to renew within three years of the license expiration date are
not eligible for a renewal and must repeat the initial licensing process. To renew
a license, you must visit a Motor Vehicles Agency. You must present a completed
renewal application; your current driver’s license; acceptable proof of age, iden-
tification, and address; and proof of social security in the form of a social secu-
rity card, a state or federal income tax return, a current pay stub, or a W-2 form.
You must also pay the required fee. If all the documents and payment are in order,
your photo will be taken and a new license will be issued.
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documents
needed 
for renewal
application will
be mailed
bring checkbook!
must go in 
person. find 
out nearest 
location
how often I need to renew
With a marked-up text like this, it’s very easy to
find the answers.
7. What documents does one need to renew a
driver’s license?
Completed renewal application
Current driver’s license
Acceptable proof of age, identification,
and address
Proof of social security
Money to pay required fee
8. What documents represent proof of social
security?
Social security card
State or federal income tax return
Current pay stub
W-2 form