Versant English Proficiency Versant Listening Comprehension 2

Question 1

You hear: 'Our office is on the third floor, but the elevator is out of order, so please use the stairs near the main entrance.' What should visitors do?

Accepted Answer

Use the stairs near the main entrance

Answer

Because the elevator is broken, visitors are asked to use the stairs.

Question 2

In a conversation, Speaker A says: 'Did you finish the report?' Speaker B replies: 'Almost. I just need to add the charts.' What is true about the report?

Accepted Answer

It is nearly done but missing charts

Answer

'Almost' plus 'just need to add' means the report is nearly complete.

Question 3

You hear: 'Tickets cost twelve dollars for adults and half price for children under ten.' How much does a ticket cost for an eight-year-old?

Accepted Answer

Six dollars

Answer

Half of twelve dollars is six dollars, and an eight-year-old is under ten.

Question 4

You hear a passage: 'Ben planned to run in the marathon, but a week before the race he injured his ankle. His doctor advised him to rest, so he watched the race from the sidelines.' Why did Ben not run?

Accepted Answer

He injured his ankle

Answer

The ankle injury and the doctor's advice prevented him from running.

Question 5

You hear: 'The museum offers free entry on the first Sunday of every month. On all other days a ticket is required.' When can you visit without paying?

Accepted Answer

The first Sunday of each month

Answer

Free entry applies only on the first Sunday of every month.

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Versant English Proficiency Versant Listening Comprehension 2