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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #43026 Short Libraries L
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You will hear a recording of a local educator discussing the importance of community 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:

Greetings to all. Today, I want to talk about the critical role that community libraries play in our society. Libraries are not just buildings filled with books; they are dynamic centres for learning and community engagement. They offer access to a wealth of information, from print materials to digital databases. Furthermore, libraries host a variety of educational events, from storytelling sessions for children to technology seminars for adults. Another key aspect is the availability of free Internet access, which is indispensable in today’s connected world. Libraries empower individuals by providing the tools for lifelong learning and fostering a sense of unity among its members.
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Printed "everyone", the speaker says "all"

Explanation: Listen again to "Greetings to all". The printed word starts with a different letter and is much longer.

Printed "discuss", the speaker says "talk"

Explanation: In the audio you hear "I want to talk about". The printed word starts with a different letter, so follow the sound not the page.

Printed "content", the speaker says "materials"

Explanation: Here the speaker says "from print materials to". They start with different letters. The printed word is shorter, so listen for the longer word.

Printed "merged", the speaker says "connected"

Explanation: The speaker says "today's connected world", not "merged". They start with different letters and end with the same letters, so follow the audio.

Printed "unitedly", the speaker says "unity"

Explanation: Listen for "a sense of unity among". Both words start with the same letter. Wait for the whole word to hear which one it is.

"libraries" matches the audio

Explanation: "Libraries are not just buildings" contains libraries. It looks like a trick, but the speaker says it exactly as printed. Do not click it.

"learning" matches the audio

Explanation: "centres for learning and community" contains learning. It may seem tricky, but the speaker says it as printed. Do not click it.

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