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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #43577 Short Classics
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You will hear a recording of a librarian discussing the revival of classic literature in 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
Result:

Correct Transcript:

Good afternoon, literature enthusiasts! Today, I'm excited to discuss the resurgence of classic literature within modern educational curriculums. Classics like 'To Kill a Mockingbird' and 'Pride and Prejudice' are not just stories from the past; they are vital readings that offer profound insights into human nature and societal norms. Interestingly, these ancient texts are being combined with contemporary teaching methods to make them more relatable to today's students. For instance, digital versions and interactive online forums have opened new ways for exploring these works. This fusion of old and new encourages a wider appreciation and understanding of literature's role in shaping our world.
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Printed "artistic", the speaker says "literature"

Explanation: You will hear "Good afternoon, literature enthusiasts". The printed word "artistic" is on the page, not in the audio. Both words start with different letters, so listen from the first sound.

Printed "ancient", the speaker says "classic"

Explanation: On the recording the words are "classic literature within modern". The page shows "ancient" instead of that spoken word. Both words are the same length, so wait for the whole word.

Printed "novels", the speaker says "stories"

Explanation: Listen again to "stories from the past". The page shows "novels" instead of that spoken word. They start with different letters, so listen to the first sound.

Printed "mankind", the speaker says "human"

Explanation: In the audio you hear "insights into human nature". You see "mankind" on the page, not in the recording. The spoken word is much shorter, so listen for a short word.

Printed "several", the speaker says "new"

Explanation: Here the speaker says "opened new ways". The transcript has "several" instead of that short spoken word. They start with different letters and the spoken word is much shorter.

"educational" matches the audio

Explanation: "modern educational curriculums" may look unusual because the word is long. The speaker actually says it exactly as printed, so do not click it.

"interactive" matches the audio

Explanation: "interactive online forums" might seem like a changed phrase because it looks modern. It is spoken exactly that way, so do not click it.

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