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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #40636 Short Audio
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You will hear a recording of a librarian explaining the importance of digital resources in libraries. 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:

Good afternoon, everyone. In today's age, libraries are not just about physical books; they've evolved to become hubs of digital information. We offer a wide variety of e-books, audiobooks, and online journals that you can access right from your home. This transition to digital resources has been pivotal in making knowledge more accessible to everyone. For instance, our online databases allow students to conduct comprehensive research without the need for visiting the library. Moreover, digital resources reduce the wear and tear on our physical collections, ensuring that these treasures last for future generations. Embrace the convenience and explore the vast world of information available at your fingertips.
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Printed "era", the speaker says "age"

Explanation: Listen for "In today's age, libraries". Both words start with different letters, so listen to the whole word.

Printed "online", the speaker says "physical"

Explanation: You will hear "about physical books". The printed and spoken words start with different letters, so wait for the whole word.

Printed "crucial", the speaker says "pivotal"

Explanation: On the recording the words are "has been pivotal in". They start with different letters, but they end with the same two letters, so listen to the beginning.

Printed "people", the speaker says "students"

Explanation: Listen again to "allow students to conduct". The two words start with different letters and the spoken word is longer, so follow the sound.

Printed "time", the speaker says "need"

Explanation: In the audio you hear "without the need for". The printed and spoken words begin with different letters and end differently, so listen carefully.

"libraries" matches the audio

Explanation: "In today's era, libraries are" looks near the changed word, so it may catch your eye. The speaker does say "libraries" exactly, so do not click it.

"digital" matches the audio

Explanation: "hubs of digital information" has a common word next to edits and may seem tricky. The speaker says "digital" exactly as printed, so do not click it.

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