Listening for Specific Details Flashcards

You hear: 'The next ALCPT examination will be held on Thursday, March 15th, at 0800 hours in Building 22, Room 104. Students must bring two forms of identification, a number two pencil, and their unit authorization form. No electronic devices are permitted in the testing area.' What time does the examination begin? (A) 0700 (B) 0800 (C) 0900 (D) 1000

Answer: 0800

The announcement states the examination is at '0800 hours,' which is 8:00 in the morning in military time.

Listen: 'The supply convoy will depart at 1400 hours. It will carry medical supplies, three pallets of rations, and replacement communications equipment. The convoy will take Route 7 and is expected to arrive at Forward Operating Base Delta by 1800 hours. All drivers must attend the pre-departure briefing at 1300 hours.' How many pallets of rations will the convoy carry? (A) Two (B) Three (C) Four (D) Seven

Answer: Three

The passage specifically states the convoy will carry 'three pallets of rations.'

You hear: 'Corporal Lee reported that the vehicle inspection revealed four issues: low tire pressure on the rear axle, a cracked windshield, non-functional left turn signal, and low brake fluid. The mechanic estimates all repairs can be completed within two days if the replacement windshield arrives by tomorrow morning.' What is the condition of the brake fluid? (A) Overfilled (B) Normal (C) Low (D) Contaminated

Answer: Low

The passage states the vehicle has 'low brake fluid' as one of the four issues discovered during inspection.

Announcement: 'All personnel assigned to First Platoon will participate in a land navigation course this Friday. The course begins at 0600 at the east range. Personnel should bring their compass, topographic map, protractor, and one liter of water per hour of activity. The course is expected to last approximately four hours.' What is one item personnel are NOT required to bring? (A) Compass (B) Topographic map (C) Binoculars (D) Protractor

Answer: Binoculars

The announcement lists compass, topographic map, protractor, and water as required items. Binoculars are not mentioned.

You hear: 'The language school library has updated its operating hours. It will now be open Monday through Friday from 0730 to 2000, and on Saturday from 0900 to 1700. The library will remain closed on Sundays and federal holidays. All patrons must present their military ID to access the facility.' What time does the library close on Saturdays? (A) 1600 (B) 1700 (C) 1800 (D) 2000

Answer: 1700

The announcement states the Saturday hours are '0900 to 1700,' making 1700 the closing time on Saturday.

Listen: 'The medical readiness review showed that of the 120 soldiers in the battalion, 95 are fully current on vaccinations. Seventeen soldiers need to visit the clinic before month's end. The remaining eight have documentation pending from previous assignments.' How many soldiers have documentation pending? (A) 8 (B) 17 (C) 95 (D) 120

Answer: 8

The passage states 'the remaining eight have documentation pending from previous assignments.' The number eight refers specifically to soldiers with pending documentation.