CLBPT - Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Listening Comprehension 1

Question 1

A pharmacy technician says: 'This medication should be taken with food, twice daily — once in the morning and once in the evening.
Avoid grapefruit juice, and don't take it within two hours of any antacids.' What is the technician warning about?

Accepted Answer

Certain foods and other medicines can interfere with this drug

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The medication must be refrigerated at all times

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The prescription can only be refilled once

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The patient should take the pill on an empty stomach

Question 2

A train station announcement says: 'Attention passengers on Platform 3. The 4:45 express service to Toronto has been delayed by approximately 40 minutes due to a signal issue. We apologize for the inconvenience and will provide updates as they become available.' What do passengers on Platform 3 learn?

Accepted Answer

The train to Toronto will arrive about 40 minutes late

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Their train has been cancelled and they must rebook

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Platform 3 is closed and they must move to another platform

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The signal issue has already been resolved

Question 3

A landlord says: 'Rent is due on the first of every month. If payment isn't received by the fifth, there's a $50 late fee. You're also responsible for your own electricity and internet — water and heat are included in the rent.' What utilities does the tenant NOT need to pay separately?

Accepted Answer

Water and heat

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Electricity and internet

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Cable television and parking

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Gas and garbage collection

Question 4

A community centre staff member says: 'Registration for the spring swimming program opens this Saturday at 9 AM online and in person. Spots fill up fast — last session sold out in under two hours. Children must be at least four years old to enrol.' What advice is implied for parents who want to register their child?

Accepted Answer

They should plan to register early because spaces go quickly

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They should call ahead to reserve a spot before Saturday

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They should wait until Monday when fewer people are online

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They should confirm their child can swim before registering

Question 5

A coworker says: 'The potluck is this Friday at noon in the break room. Everyone is supposed to bring a dish to share. If you're not sure what to bring, there's a sign-up sheet on the fridge so we don't end up with five desserts again.' What is the purpose of the sign-up sheet?

Accepted Answer

To help people choose different types of dishes so there is variety

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To confirm who is attending the potluck on Friday

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To collect money for a shared catering order

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To record any food allergies among the staff

Question 6

A doctor's office voicemail says: 'You've reached the office of Dr. Nguyen. Our hours are Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. For prescription refills, please allow 48 hours. For urgent medical concerns, please call 811 or visit your nearest urgent care clinic.' What should a patient do if they have an urgent medical concern?

Accepted Answer

Call 811 or go to an urgent care clinic

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Leave a detailed voicemail and wait for a callback the next business day

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Send an email to the office and expect a reply within 48 hours

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Request an emergency prescription refill through the voicemail