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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #42918 Short Carriages
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You will hear a recording of a local historian discussing the evolution of the city's public transport system. 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
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Correct Transcript:

Today, we delve into the fascinating evolution of our city's public transport system, which has significantly transitioned from humble beginnings to a comprehensive network. Initially, horse-drawn carriages were the primary mode of transport, facilitating movement within the city. As the population grew, there was a pivotal shift towards electric trams, greatly enhancing efficiency. The introduction of buses in the mid-20th century marked a new chapter, offering greater flexibility and coverage. Today, our metro system stands as the backbone of urban mobility, providing swift and reliable service to millions of commuters daily. This evolution mirrors our city's development and the ongoing advancements in technology.
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Printed "excited", the speaker says "fascinating"

Explanation: Listen for "fascinating evolution of". The printed word and the spoken word start with different letters, so listen to the whole word.

Printed "unique", the speaker says "transport"

Explanation: You will hear "public transport system". The printed and spoken words begin with different letters, so follow the sound, not the page.

Printed "startings", the speaker says "beginnings"

Explanation: On the recording the words are "humble beginnings to". The two words end with the same letters, so listen to the start to tell them apart.

Printed "people", the speaker says "population"

Explanation: Listen again to "the population grew". Both words start with the same letter, so wait for the whole word before you decide.

Printed "era", the speaker says "chapter"

Explanation: In the audio you hear "new chapter offering". The printed and spoken words start with different letters, so trust the audio here.

Printed "visitors", the speaker says "commuters"

Explanation: Here the speaker says "millions of commuters daily". The two words end the same way, so focus on the beginning to hear the difference.

"public" matches the audio

Explanation: "our city's public unique system" has a common word next to it. The speaker says public exactly, so do not click it.

"metro" matches the audio

Explanation: "Today, our metro system" contains a short familiar word. It seems like a trick, yet the speaker says it exactly, so do not click it.

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