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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #40171 Short Urban Gardening
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You will hear a recording of Urban Gardening and its popularity among city residents. 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:

Urban gardening is becoming increasingly popular among city residents seeking to connect with nature and enhance their local environment. Not only does it beautify the urban scenery, but it also contributes significantly to air quality. By cultivating a variety of flowers and vegetables, residents can enjoy fresher produce and reduce their carbon footprint. Moreover, these green spaces serve as essential habitats for bees and butterflies, boosting biodiversity. Engaging in gardening activities can also relieve stress, promoting a sense of wellness among the community.
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Printed "landscape", the speaker says "scenery"

Explanation: In the audio you hear "beautify the urban scenery". The two words start with different letters, so listen to the start of the word.

Printed "purification", the speaker says "quality"

Explanation: Here the speaker says "air quality". The printed and spoken words begin with different letters, so listen from the first sound.

Printed "planting", the speaker says "cultivating"

Explanation: The speaker says "cultivating a variety of", not "planting". They start with different letters, so focus on the start of the word.

Printed "vital", the speaker says "essential"

Explanation: Listen for "serve as essential habitats". The printed and spoken words start with different letters, so focus on the word beginning.

Printed "enhancing", the speaker says "boosting"

Explanation: You will hear "butterflies, boosting biodiversity". The first letters differ, so listen to how the word starts.

Printed "alleviate", the speaker says "relieve"

Explanation: On the recording the words are "can also relieve stress". The printed word is longer, so expect a shorter word in the audio.

Printed "wellbeing", the speaker says "wellness"

Explanation: Listen again to "promoting a sense of wellness". Both words start with the same letter, so wait for the whole word to hear the difference.

"carbon" matches the audio

Explanation: "reduce their carbon footprint" may look technical and odd. It is said exactly as printed, so do not click it.

"butterflies" matches the audio

Explanation: "habitats for bees and butterflies" may catch your eye as long or tricky. The speaker says it exactly, so do not click it.

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