Correct Answer: An after-school care centre
Why this is correct: The man says 'I have a question about after-school care' and mentions his son goes to a programme. This is an after-school care centre.
Tips: The first few lines of a conversation usually tell you the setting. Listen for key words like 'care,' 'programme,' or 'centre.'
Why the other options are wrong:
- A: Nobody mentions a library. The conversation is about an after-school care programme.
- C: A swimming pool is not mentioned. They are talking about childcare.
- D: An outdoor playground is not what they discuss. It is an after-school care service.
Correct Answer: His employment schedule has changed.
Why this is correct: The man says 'My work hours changed, and I finish later now.' His job schedule is different, so he needs new pickup times.
Tips: Questions with 'why' need you to find the reason. Listen for cause-and-effect words like 'because,' 'since,' or 'so.'
Why the other options are wrong:
- A: He does not want a different programme. He wants to change the pickup time.
- C: Nobody mentions moving to another city.
- D: The programme hours were not reduced. His work hours changed.
Correct Answer: Longer operating hours for the care service.
Why this is correct: The man says 'I was wondering if the care hours can be extended.' He wants the service to be available for a longer time.
Tips: The word 'extended' means made longer. When someone asks about extending something, they want more time.
Why the other options are wrong:
- A: He does not want to change activities. He wants longer hours.
- B: He is not asking about the location. He already knows where the programme is.
- D: He does not ask for a different instructor.
Correct Answer: By 5:30 p.m.
Why this is correct: The coordinator says 'Right now, after-school care ends at 5:30 p.m.' This is when the regular programme finishes.
Tips: When two different times are mentioned, make sure you match each time to the correct service. Regular care and extended care have different end times.
Why the other options are wrong:
- A: 6:30 p.m. is when the extended care ends, not the regular programme.
- B: Before 5:00 p.m. is not correct. The coordinator says 5:30 p.m.
- D: After 6:00 p.m. is not when regular care ends. Regular care ends at 5:30.
Correct Answer: Up to 6:30 p.m.
Why this is correct: The coordinator says the extended care 'runs until 6:30 p.m.' This matches the man's need to arrive later.
Tips: Write down times as you hear them. This helps you avoid mixing up regular and extended hours.
Why the other options are wrong:
- A: 5:30 p.m. is when regular care ends, not extended care.
- C: An extra hour is not exactly correct. Extended care goes to 6:30, which is one hour after regular ends at 5:30.
- D: The programme has a set end time. It does not just wait until the parent arrives.
Correct Answer: Ten dollars per day, billed monthly.
Why this is correct: The coordinator says 'It's ten dollars per day, paid monthly.' Both the amount and billing method are mentioned.
Tips: Fee questions often have tricky answers. Listen for 'per day,' 'per week,' or 'per month' to understand how the fee works.
Why the other options are wrong:
- A: A one-time fee is wrong. The coordinator says it is per day.
- B: Ten dollars for the entire week is not correct. It is ten dollars per day.
- D: An hourly rate is not mentioned. The charge is per day.
Correct Answer: Starting from the next Monday.
Why this is correct: The coordinator says 'We can start it from next Monday.' This is when the extended care can begin.
Tips: Start dates are important details. Listen for words like 'from,' 'starting,' or 'beginning' followed by a day or date.
Why the other options are wrong:
- A: It does not start as soon as payment is made. A specific day is given.
- C: It does not start right after the form. It starts from next Monday.
- D: The next calendar month is not mentioned. The coordinator says next Monday.
Correct Answer: Complete a brief registration document.
Why this is correct: The coordinator says 'Just fill out a short form today.' Filling out a form is the same as completing a registration document.
Tips: Answers sometimes use different words for the same thing. A 'form' in the audio might be called a 'document' in the options. This is called paraphrasing.
Why the other options are wrong:
- A: Making an initial payment is not mentioned as a requirement.
- C: The coordinator does not say to discuss with a supervisor.
- D: Confirming the pickup time is not the step he needs to take. He needs to fill out a form.
