Passage 1 Research from the renowned charity Shelter has recently uncovered some distressing statistics. It has been determined that at least 271,000 individuals are officially recorded as homeless in England. Alarmingly, within this substantial figure, there are a staggering 123,000 children who are also grappling with the harsh reality of homelessness. These heart-wrenching numbers have left many of us deeply troubled and pondering over what steps we can take to bring about a positive change. Historically, writing to our local Members of Parliament (MPs) and actively engaging in community initiatives have been regarded as excellent ways to extend a helping hand to those in need. However, in this era of digital innovation, a novel and promising approach has come to the fore. A new app has been launched with the noble objective of providing support to homeless people across the entire nation. This app was ingeniously developed by a social impact startup called Beam. The platform functions in a rather unique manner. It empowers companies to establish subscriptions, which are then utilized to fund homeless individuals. For each homeless person, a generous donation of 50 is set aside. Furthermore, as the companies expand and thrive, they have the flexibility to enhance their financial contributions, thereby offering even more substantial support to those without a place to call home. One of the key features of this app is the ability for companies to establish communication channels with the beneficiaries. They can send messages, via a Beam caseworker, to the homeless individuals they are supporting. This not only facilitates the building of a connection but also enables a more personalized and effective approach to assistance. Notably, the Permira Foundation is one such company that has already recognized the potential of this platform and has been actively making use of it. With the growing awareness among the public regarding social issues, an increasing number of people are now seeking out companies that they work for to demonstrate social responsibility. Initiatives like the one offered by this new app are precisely what these socially conscious individuals are looking for. It clearly indicates that companies are not solely focused on financial gains but also care about making a meaningful and positive impact on society. Which of the following statements about the research from Shelter is correct A. The research only focused on the number of homeless adults in England. B. The research found that the number of homeless children in England is less than 100,000. C. The research revealed that the total number of homeless people in England is at least 271,000, including 123,000 children. D. The research was conducted by a small local charity and has limited credibility. What can companies do through the new app A. Only send messages to homeless people. B. Set up subscriptions to fund homeless people and send messages via a caseworker. C. Directly gi ... ...
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