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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #43027 Short Galactic Odyssey
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You will hear a recording of a book reviewer discussing their opinions on a recently released science fiction novel. 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:

Good afternoon, fellow book lovers! Today, I’m excited to delve into the universe of 'Galactic Odyssey', a science fiction novel that’s been captivating minds. The author skilfully crafts a world where humans and aliens coexist in peace, navigating through challenges and adventures. What struck me the most was the novel’s ability to balance scientific accuracy with imaginative storytelling, making it a compelling read for both fans and sceptics of the genre. The protagonist, Captain Lyra, embarks on a quest that tests her leadership and ethical compass, presenting a rich narrative filled with twists and philosophical inquiries. I highly recommend 'Galactic Odyssey' for its distinctive vision and thought-provoking themes.
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Printed "thrilled", the speaker says "excited"

Explanation: In the audio you hear "I'm excited to delve into". The printed word "thrilled" is not what you hear. The meanings are close, so trust your ears, not the meaning.

Printed "dive", the speaker says "delve"

Explanation: Here the speaker says "excited to delve into the universe". Click "dive" here. Both words start with "d" and end the same, so listen to the middle.

Printed "opportunities", the speaker says "challenges"

Explanation: The speaker says "navigating through challenges and adventures", not "opportunities". The first letters are different, so listen to the start of the word.

Printed "book", the speaker says "storytelling"

Explanation: Listen for "accuracy with imaginative storytelling". "book" is on the page, but not in the audio. The word you hear is much longer.

Printed "questions", the speaker says "inquiries"

Explanation: You will hear "twists and philosophical inquiries". So "questions" is the changed word. These two words mean almost the same, so follow the sound.

Printed "roles", the speaker says "themes"

Explanation: On the recording the words are "distinctive vision and thought-provoking themes". You see "roles" on the page. Both end the same way, so listen to the first letters.

"sceptics" matches the audio

Explanation: "fans and sceptics of the genre" has a word you may not know. It may look changed, but the speaker says it exactly as printed. Do not click it.

"coexist" matches the audio

Explanation: The long word in "humans and aliens coexist in peace" can look like a trick. It matches the audio, so do not select it.

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