Listening: Identifying Key Information Flashcards

You hear an announcement at a train station: 'The 10:15 service to Brighton is delayed by twenty minutes and will now depart from platform three, not platform two.' From which platform will the train depart?

Answer: Platform 3

The announcement corrects the platform to three.

A woman says to a friend: 'I started my new job on Monday, but I don't have to go in until ten because my manager works flexible hours.' What time does she start work?

Answer: 10 a.m.

She states she doesn't have to go in until ten o'clock.

You hear a recorded message: 'Our offices are closed on public holidays. For urgent matters, please call our emergency line at 555-0199.' What should you do on a public holiday if it's urgent?

Answer: Call the emergency line

The message instructs callers to use the emergency line for urgent matters on holidays.

Two students are talking. Girl: 'Did you finish the science project?' Boy: 'Almost — I still need to add the conclusion and print it.' What does the boy still need to do?

Answer: Add the conclusion and print it

The boy says he still needs to add the conclusion and then print the project.

A tour guide says: 'The museum entry fee is twelve dollars for adults and half price for children under twelve.' How much does a ten-year-old child pay?

Answer: $6

Half of the $12 adult price is $6 for children under twelve.

You hear a radio advertisement: 'Buy two large pizzas and get the third one free this weekend only.' What is the promotion?

Answer: Buy two large pizzas, get one free

The offer is specifically buy two large pizzas and receive the third free.

A woman leaves a message: 'Could you pick up some milk, eggs, and bread on your way home? Actually, forget the bread — we still have some.' What should be bought?

Answer: Milk and eggs only

She cancels the bread, so only milk and eggs are needed.