Why the other options are wrong:

• new limits on study permits for foreign students.: The report mentions reviewing study permit policies but does not announce new limits.
• rising tuition fees at Canadian universities.: Rising tuition fees are not discussed in this report.
• housing shortages in major Canadian cities.: Housing pressure is mentioned briefly, but the main topic is student enrolment numbers.

Correct Answer: technology, healthcare, and business.

Why this is correct: The transcript says particularly strong enrolment in Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal was driven by demand for programmes in technology, healthcare, and business. These three areas were given as drivers of the growth.

Why the other options are wrong:

• arts and humanities programmes.: Arts and humanities programmes are not mentioned in the report.
• graduate research opportunities.: Graduate research opportunities are not specifically highlighted as a growth driver.
• language and cultural training.: Language and cultural training programmes are not mentioned in the transcript.

Correct Answer: Ontario and British Columbia.

Why this is correct: The transcript says the largest gains in international student enrolment were in Ontario and BC. Toronto and Vancouver are specifically named as cities with strong enrolment.

Why the other options are wrong:

• Alberta and Saskatchewan.: Alberta and Saskatchewan are not mentioned in the report.
• Quebec and Manitoba.: Quebec is mentioned for Montreal's enrolment, but the largest increases were in Ontario and BC.
• Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.: Nova Scotia and New Brunswick are not discussed in this report.

Correct Answer: remains an attractive study destination.

Why this is correct: Universities Canada spokesperson Claire Dupont said Canada remains a top destination for students seeking long-term opportunities. This shows Canada is still an attractive place to study.

Why the other options are wrong:

• is cutting back on university programmes.: The report says enrolment is at a record high, not that programmes are being cut.
• is underperforming compared to expectations.: The report does not compare enrolment with an expected target or state that Canada underperformed. Dupont says Canada remains a top destination for students seeking long-term opportunities.
• will change policies immediately.: The report says the government will continue reviewing policies, not change them immediately.

Correct Answer: generally positive but cautious.

Why this is correct: The report highlights record enrolment and economic contributions, which is positive. But it also notes increased pressure on housing and campus services, which adds a cautious note.

Why the other options are wrong:

• uncertain and alarmist.: The tone is not alarmist - the report presents facts calmly.
• strongly critical of universities.: The report does not criticize universities at all.
• disappointed with government action.: There is no disappointed tone toward government action in the report.