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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #43016 Short Daily rides
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You will hear a recording of a professional cyclist talking about preparing for a long-distance bike race. 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:

Preparing for a long-distance bike race is an odyssey that demands both physical and mental stamina. My training regime includes daily rides that increase in distance, targeted strength training, and flexibility workouts. Nutrition plays a pivotal role, and I ensure to nourish my body with the right mix of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Hydration is another essential factor; I consume plenty of fluids to remain hydrated throughout my training. The night before the race, I ensure to rest adequately, knowing that a good night's rest is vital for optimal performance. Completing the race is an accomplishment that transcends the finish line; it's a testament to the commitment and hard work poured into the preparation.
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Printed "vehicle", the speaker says "bike"

Explanation: Listen for "long-distance bike race". You see "vehicle" in the text, so click it. The printed and spoken words start with different letters, so listen to the first sound.

Printed "needs", the speaker says "demands"

Explanation: You will hear "that demands both". It is printed as "needs" on the page, so click that. Both words end the same way, so listen to the whole word, not just the ending.

Printed "internal", the speaker says "mental"

Explanation: On the recording the words are "mental stamina". The page shows "internal", so click it. The first letters differ, so listen to the start of the word.

Printed "assure", the speaker says "ensure"

Explanation: Listen again to "I ensure to nourish". In the written text it reads "assure", so click it. Both words end the same way, so follow the full sound, not just the ending.

Printed "across", the speaker says "throughout"

Explanation: In the audio you hear "throughout my training". The transcript uses "across", so click that. The printed word is much shorter, so listen for a much longer spoken word.

Printed "last", the speaker says "finish"

Explanation: Here the speaker says "finish line". The text shows "last", so click that. The words begin with different letters, so listen to the opening sound.

Printed "practice", the speaker says "preparation"

Explanation: The speaker says "the preparation", not "practice". On the page it is written as "practice", so click that. Both words start with the same letter, so wait for the whole word.

"regime" matches the audio

Explanation: "My training regime includes" has a less common word. It looks unusual, but the speaker says it exactly as printed, so do not click it.

"Hydration" matches the audio

Explanation: "Hydration is another essential" sits near other changes and may seem tricky. It matches the audio exactly, so do not click it.

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