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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #43575 Short Innovations M
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You will hear a recording of a historian discussing the impact of the Renaissance on modern education. 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 how the Renaissance, a period rich with the revival of learning and culture, has shaped our modern educational systems. Interestingly, this era's emphasis on humanistic studies encouraged individuals to question and think critically about the world around them. Innovations in teaching methods, such as the use of discussion and debate, were introduced, laying the groundwork for contemporary pedagogy. The invention of the printing press by Gutenberg further revolutionised access to knowledge, making books more accessible and widespread. As a result, literacy rates increased, and education became more inclusive, paving the way for universal learning opportunities.
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Printed "introduce", the speaker says "delve"

Explanation: The speaker says "delve into how", not "introduce". They start with different letters, so listen to the whole word.

Printed "knowledge", the speaker says "emphasis"

Explanation: Listen for "emphasis on humanistic". The printed and spoken words start with different letters, so follow your ears.

Printed "basework", the speaker says "groundwork"

Explanation: You will hear "laying the groundwork". The words start with different letters but both end the same, so listen to the start.

Printed "manufacturing", the speaker says "making"

Explanation: On the recording the words are "making books more". Both words start with m, so wait for the whole word.

Printed "enhanced", the speaker says "inclusive"

Explanation: Listen again to "more inclusive, paving". The two words begin with different letters, so trust the sound you hear.

Printed "global", the speaker says "universal"

Explanation: In the audio you hear "universal learning opportunities". They start with different letters, but both end the same, so check the beginning.

"Renaissance" matches the audio

Explanation: "how the Renaissance, a period" may look formal or rare. The speaker says it exactly as printed, so do not click it.

"Gutenberg" matches the audio

Explanation: "the printing press by Gutenberg" is a name that can seem tricky. The audio matches the page, so do not click it.

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