Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Listening Comprehension 1 Flashcards

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?

Answer: Certain foods and other medicines can interfere with this drug

The technician specifically mentions avoiding grapefruit juice and spacing the medication away from antacids, both of which are warnings about interference from food and other medicines.

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?

Answer: The train to Toronto will arrive about 40 minutes late

The announcement clearly states the 4:45 service is delayed by approximately 40 minutes due to a signal issue, meaning passengers should expect a later departure.

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?

Answer: Water and heat

The landlord explicitly says water and heat are included in the rent, while electricity and internet are the tenant's responsibility.

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?

Answer: They should plan to register early because spaces go quickly

The staff member warns that spots fill up fast and last session sold out in under two hours, implying parents should register as soon as registration opens to secure a spot.

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?

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

The coworker mentions the sign-up sheet to prevent everyone from bringing the same type of food, specifically referencing the previous problem of five desserts, indicating it is meant to ensure variety.

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?

Answer: Call 811 or go to an urgent care clinic

The voicemail explicitly directs patients with urgent concerns to call 811 or visit an urgent care clinic, since the doctor's office cannot handle urgent matters through voicemail.