Listening for Specific Information Flashcards
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A supermarket PA system announces: 'Today's special offer is buy two get one free on all canned goods, valid until closing time at eight p.m.' When does the offer expire?
Answer: 8:00 p.m.
The announcement states the offer is valid until closing time at eight p.m.
A driving instructor says: 'On the test, you'll lose points for rolling stops, excessive speed, and failing to check mirrors. Failing to yield is an automatic failure.' What causes an automatic failure?
Answer: Failing to yield
The instructor specifically identifies failing to yield as the only offense that results in automatic failure.
A recorded message says: 'Our offices are open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. We are closed on Sundays and public holidays.' What time do Saturday hours end?
Answer: 1:00 p.m.
The message states Saturday hours run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
A news anchor reports: 'The city council voted 7 to 4 in favor of the new bicycle lane proposal.' How many council members voted against the proposal?
Answer: 4
The vote was 7 in favor and 4 against, so four members voted against the proposal.
A rental agent explains: 'The security deposit is equal to one month's rent, and you'll also need to pay first and last month's rent upfront.' How many months' rent must be paid before moving in?
Answer: Three months
The tenant must pay the deposit (one month) plus first and last month's rent, totaling three months' rent.
A school intercom message states: 'Buses will depart from the east entrance today instead of the west entrance due to construction.' Where should students board their buses?
Answer: The east entrance
The message instructs students to board from the east entrance as a result of the change.
A fitness podcast host says: 'Studies show that thirty minutes of moderate exercise five days a week meets the recommended guidelines.' How many days per week are recommended?
Answer: Five days
The host states that exercising five days a week meets the recommended guidelines.