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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #40157 Short Castle
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You will hear a recording of a tour guide describing a historical landmark. Below is a transcription of the recording. Some words in the transcription differ from what the speaker said. Please click on the words that are different.
* Click on the words that are different from what you hear
Result:

Correct Transcript:

Welcome, everyone, to the majestic King's Castle, a monument that stands as a testament to medieval architecture and the nobility's lifestyle. Erected in the 12th century, this castle has withstood numerous battles and remains a symbol of endurance and power. Its exquisite gardens were once the sanctuary of nobility, offering a tranquil retreat from court life. Inside, you'll find the grand hall, where feasts were frequently held, alongside an impressive collection of medieval armour. The castle's history is not just about its past inhabitants but also about the architects who designed it, showcasing a fusion of styles that have influenced generations.
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Printed "strength", the speaker says "power"

Explanation: In the audio you hear "remains a symbol of power". The printed and spoken words start with different letters, so listen to the whole word.

Printed "elaborate", the speaker says "exquisite"

Explanation: Here the speaker says "Its exquisite gardens were once". The first letter is the same, so wait for the whole word to hear the difference.

Printed "playground", the speaker says "sanctuary"

Explanation: The speaker says "once the sanctuary of nobility", not "playground". The printed word is much longer, so listen for a shorter spoken word.

Printed "peaceful", the speaker says "tranquil"

Explanation: Listen for "offering a tranquil retreat from". The two words start with different letters, so follow the sound, not the page.

Printed "banquets", the speaker says "feasts"

Explanation: You will hear "where feasts were frequently held". The printed and spoken words end the same way, so listen carefully to the start of the word.

Printed "hosted", the speaker says "held"

Explanation: On the recording the words are "frequently held, alongside an". The first letter is the same, so wait for the whole word to tell them apart.

Printed "art", the speaker says "armour"

Explanation: Listen again to "an impressive collection of armour". The printed word is very short and does not fit here, so trust the audio.

"King's" matches the audio

Explanation: "majestic King's Castle" has a name that looks special and may confuse you. The speaker does say it exactly as printed, so do not click it.

"architects" matches the audio

Explanation: "about the architects who designed it" has a longer job word that seems odd next to others. It is spoken exactly as printed, so do not click it.

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