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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #42070 Short Historian
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You will hear a recording of a local historian discussing the renovation of the city's oldest library. 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:

This morning, I'm excited to discuss the recent renovation of our city's oldest library, a beacon of knowledge and culture for over a century. The upgrade aimed to preserve its historical charm while introducing modern amenities. Notably, the restoration of the reading rooms ensured they remained true to their original design, with the addition of advanced lighting systems to improve visibility. The children's section was transformed into an interactive learning area, complete with digital kiosks. Another significant change was the enhancement of the library's facade, which now features a blend of traditional and contemporary architectural elements. This project not only revitalises a cherished landmark but also reaffirms our commitment to lifelong learning.
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Printed "thrilled", the speaker says "excited"

Explanation: The speaker says "I'm excited to discuss", not "thrilled". Both words start with different letters, so listen to the first sound.

Printed "historic", the speaker says "historical"

Explanation: Listen for "preserve its historical charm". The first letter is the same, so wait for the whole word to decide.

Printed "faithful", the speaker says "true"

Explanation: You will hear "they remained true to their". The printed word is much longer, so the speaker's word is shorter.

Printed "enhance", the speaker says "improve"

Explanation: On the recording the words are "to improve visibility". The two words start with different letters, so listen from the start.

Printed "zone", the speaker says "area"

Explanation: Listen again to "an interactive learning area". The printed and spoken words begin with different letters, so listen to the whole word.

Printed "improvement", the speaker says "enhancement"

Explanation: In the audio you hear "the enhancement of the library's". The words end the same two letters, so follow the full word sound.

"kiosks" matches the audio

Explanation: "complete with digital kiosks." looks unusual because the word is not common. The speaker says it exactly as printed, so do not click it.

"facade" matches the audio

Explanation: "improvement of the library's facade" may seem odd in spelling. The speaker says it exactly as printed, so do not click it.

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