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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #42084 Short Sports arena
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You will hear a recording of a sports commentator discussing the rise of esports in the global sports arena. 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 afternoon, we're exploring the explosive growth of esports and its acceptance as a legitimate competition in the sports world. With millions of fans worldwide, esports have transformed from a niche hobby to a major sporting event, rivalling traditional sports like football and basketball. The championship 'Global Masters' attracts participants and viewers alike, proving the universal appeal of video gaming. This shift not only illustrates the evolution of entertainment but also highlights the significance of digital platforms in promoting sportsmanship and global connectivity.
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Printed "recognition", the speaker says "acceptance"

Explanation: The speaker says "and its acceptance as", not "recognition". The words start with different letters, so listen to the whole word.

Printed "comparable", the speaker says "rivalling"

Explanation: Listen for "rivalling traditional sports like". The first letters are different, so wait for the whole word.

Printed "draws", the speaker says "attracts"

Explanation: You will hear "attracts participants and viewers". The spoken word is longer, so listen for a longer word.

Printed "importance", the speaker says "significance"

Explanation: On the recording the words are "the significance of digital". They start with different letters, but both end the same, so listen to the start.

"video" matches the audio

Explanation: "universal appeal of video gaming" may look odd next to changed words. It is spoken exactly, so do not click it.

"gaming" matches the audio

Explanation: "universal appeal of video gaming" can seem like a trick here. The audio uses the printed word, so do not click it.

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