Listening Progress Check

Comprehension

Read the comprehension questions first so you notice what you need to listen for. Then listen to Raja speak with his friend Sam about their workplaces

Answer the following questions:

1.

What is Raja and Sam’s relationship?

  1. Co-workers
  2. Supervisor and employee
  3. Friends

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2.

What are they discussing?

  1. The way things are handled at different workplaces
  2. The promotion that Sam got
  3. How Raja likes his co-workers

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3.

What is Sam hoping will happen soon?

  1. He will get a new job at a different company.
  2. He will get accustomed to the workplace culture.
  3. He will get a new position at his company.

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4.

What is Raja still getting used to?

  1. How problems are addressed
  2. How to send emails
  3. His co-workers

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5.

Which notice to staff do you think fits the workplace culture where Sam works?

  1. There was an issue with production last week. Please refer to your training manuals and follow the instructions closely to avoid mistakes in the future.
  2. There was a problem with production last week. We will meet on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. to discuss the problem and identify possible solutions. Please bring your ideas.
  3. There was a problem with production last week. There will be a meeting for all to attend on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. The production manager will review the rules for efficient production lines.

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6.

What is the best way for Raja to get accustomed to his workplace culture?

  1. Ask his boss lots of questions
  2. Observe the behaviours of his co-workers and supervisors
  3. Ask his friends

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