: Distinguishing between similar-sounding words or concepts in professional and social settings. How to Prepare
This section tests the candidate’s ability to understand spoken English through short conversations, questions, and statements. It assesses the listener's grasp of idioms, tonal cues, and essential vocabulary in a military or professional context. Reading and Grammar: alcpt form 97
Common terms: deploy, battalion, barracks, AWOL (absent without leave), chow, bivouac, PT belt, dunnage, scuttlebutt, CO (commanding officer), NCO. AWOL (absent without leave)
: Understanding commands and procedures, such as finishing a meeting at a specific time or turning water on/off. CO (commanding officer)
Note: Actual ALCPT forms are copyrighted by DLIELC. The following are original items modeled after the difficulty and structure of Form 97.