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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #40369 Short Greetings
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You will hear a recording of a journalist discussing the impact of social media on celebrity privacy. 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:

Greetings to all the book lovers out there! Today, I'm excited to dive into the latest mystery novel that's been capturing everyone's attention. The author crafts a story that's not only thrilling but also incredibly clever, making it impossible to put the book down. The protagonist, a seasoned detective, navigates through a maze of deception to uncover the truth behind a high-profile murder. What stands out is the writer's ability to blend suspense with a touch of humour, ensuring that the narrative remains engaging from start to finish. I found the plot twists especially unpredictable, which kept me guessing until the final page. This novel is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a well-crafted mystery.
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Printed "gripping", the speaker says "thrilling"

Explanation: The speaker says "not only thrilling but", not "gripping". Both words end the same way, so listen to the whole word to hear the difference.

Printed "cunning", the speaker says "clever"

Explanation: Listen for "also incredibly clever, making". Both words start with the same letter, so listen to the whole word.

Printed "web", the speaker says "maze"

Explanation: You will hear "navigates through a maze". Printed "web" starts with a different letter, so the words begin differently.

Printed "lies", the speaker says "deception"

Explanation: On the recording the words are "of deception to uncover". You will hear a much longer word than the one on the page.

Printed "end", the speaker says "finish"

Explanation: Listen again to "start to finish". Printed "end" starts with a different letter, so wait for the full word.

"detective" matches the audio

Explanation: "a seasoned detective," appears in the printed line. It may look like a tricky word, but the speaker says it exactly as printed. Do not click it.

"humour" matches the audio

Explanation: "a touch of humour, ensuring" is the printed phrase. It may seem unusual, but the speaker uses the same word, so do not click it.

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