Post Office Rushes Soldiers Gifts

A new 13-acre post office was built in four months to expedite soldiers' gifts overseas. Located in New York City, it handles packages destined for Europe, Africa, and Asia. Since September 15th, it has processed 30 million packages, with 40 million more expected. Despite the volume, the 10,000 staff members are not overburdened. Packages are sorted by PEO numbers to ensure efficient delivery.

What was the primary purpose of constructing the new post office building?

• To replace an old post office building

• To speed up the delivery of gifts to soldiers overseas

• To provide employment opportunities

• To serve as a local mail distribution center

Where are the Christmas packages primarily destined for?

• North America

• Europe, Africa, or Asia

• Australia

• South America

How many packages has the building handled since September 15th?

• 30 million

• 40 million

• 20 million

• 10 million

What is the expected number of additional packages to be handled this year?

• 30 million

• 20 million

• 40 million

• 10 million

How does the staff manage the high volume of packages efficiently?

• By hiring temporary workers

• By organizing gifts according to PEO numbers

• By using automated machines

• By working overtime