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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #43580 Short Diversity plants
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You will hear a recording of a local farmer discussing the shift towards organic farming practices. 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:

Organic farming is more than just a trend; it's a movement towards sustainable agriculture that benefits both our health and the planet. By eschewing synthetic pesticides and fertilisers, we're able to produce food that's not only healthier but also more delicious. This method fosters a stronger connection with the earth, as farmers must understand and work within natural cycles to encourage growth. Additionally, organic farming enhances biodiversity, as it provides a sanctuary for wildlife and promotes a diversity of plants and animals. As consumers become more aware of their food choices, the demand for organic products continues to grow, demonstrating that this approach is not only viable but imperative for the future of farming.
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Printed "for", the speaker says "towards"

Explanation: In the audio you hear "movement towards sustainable agriculture". The printed and spoken words start with different letters, so listen to the whole word.

Printed "profits", the speaker says "benefits"

Explanation: Here the speaker says "that benefits both our health". The two words end the same way, so follow the sound, not the meaning.

Printed "way", the speaker says "method"

Explanation: The speaker says "This method fosters a stronger", not "way". The spoken word is much longer than the printed word, so listen for the extra letters.

Printed "among", the speaker says "within"

Explanation: Listen for "work within natural cycles". The printed and spoken words start with different letters and they end differently, so hear the whole word.

Printed "animals", the speaker says "wildlife"

Explanation: You will hear "sanctuary for wildlife and". The two words start with different letters and they mean different things, so trust the audio.

"fertilisers" matches the audio

Explanation: "pesticides and fertilisers" looks like a trick, because fertilisers is long. The speaker actually says it exactly as printed, so do not click it.

"plants" matches the audio

Explanation: "a diversity of plants and animals" has a common word next to the change. It matches the audio exactly, so do not click it.

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