CELPIP Listening Part 4 Practice Test: Local Tech Company Announces Major Layoffs
By Iris
A free Listening Part 4 practice test in the CELPIP format: 5 questions with the answer key. Play each recording once, as in the real test, answer, then check your answers at the bottom of the page. The transcript is under each recording.
What major announcement did BrighterTech make?
What reason was given for the layoffs?
How many employees will be affected?
What support will laid-off workers receive?
How will the government respond to the layoffs?
Transcript (read it after you answer)
News Anchor: In a surprising move, BrighterTech, one of the region’s largest software firms, has announced it will lay off approximately 600 employees over the next two months. The company cited rising operational costs and a slowdown in international contracts as key reasons for the restructuring. CEO Natalie Chung stated in a press release that the decision was difficult but necessary to keep the company financially stable moving forward. BrighterTech plans to provide severance packages, extended healthcare coverage, and career counselling to affected workers. The provincial government has also said it will assist with re-employment services through local job centers.
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Answer key
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- What major announcement did BrighterTech make? C. It plans to lay off employees
- What reason was given for the layoffs? D. High costs and reduced contracts
- How many employees will be affected? C. 600
- What support will laid-off workers receive? B. Healthcare, severance, and career support
- How will the government respond to the layoffs? B. It will offer job placement assistance
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