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Practice Listening: Fill in the Blanks (Type In) ID: #42828 Short Perks
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You will hear a recording of a city dweller describing their experience using a new public bicycle-sharing scheme. Type the missing words in each blank.
* Fill in the missing words into the blank fields
Living  in  the  city  has  its  perks,  but  getting  around  can  be  a  hassle,  especially  during  rush  hour.  That's  why  I  was  thrilled  when  the  new  bicycle-sharing    was  introduced.  The  process  is  surprisingly  .  First,  you  use  an  app  to  locate  a  nearby  bike.  Once  you  find  it,  you  scan  the  QR  code  to    it.  The  bikes  are  well-maintained  and  come  with  a  ,  perfect  for  small  errands.  And  the  best  part?  It's  incredibly  cost-effective,  not  to  mention  the  positive  impact  on  reducing  traffic  congestion  and  pollution.  It's  become  my  go-to  for  short  trips  around  the  city.

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Correct answer: scheme

Explanation: You hear "new bicycle-sharing scheme was". The sentence needs a word for a plan or system.

Meaning: "scheme" means a plan or organised system.

Wrong options:

  • scheem: Two letters are in the wrong order. Check the letters: "scheme". A small spelling mistake loses the mark.
Correct answer: straightforward

Explanation: Listen for "process is surprisingly straightforward". You need a word that tells how, one word meaning easy.

Meaning: "straightforward" means easy or simple.

Wrong options:

  • straighforward: It leaves out the "t". Check the letters: "straightforward". A small spelling mistake loses the mark.
Correct answer: unlock

Explanation: On the recording you hear "scan the QR code to unlock". The sentence needs an action word.

Meaning: "unlock" means to open or make available to use.

Wrong options:

  • unlok: It leaves out the "c". The right spelling is "unlock". Every letter must be correct to get the mark.
Correct answer: basket

Explanation: Listen again to "come with a basket, perfect for". You need a word for a thing.

Meaning: "basket" means a small container on the bike for items.

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