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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #43585 Short Magic Forest
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You will hear a recording of a local author discussing their inspiration for a children's book. 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 discuss the inspiration behind my latest children's book, 'The Adventures of Luna and the Magic Forest'. This story was sparked by my walks in the nearby enchanted woods, where the whisper of the trees and the melody of the streams seemed to weave magical tales. Luna, a courageous rabbit, was inspired by a real-life bunny I encountered, always in haste, darting through the underbrush. The narrative aims to teach children about courage, the power of friendship, and the beauty of exploring the natural world. I hope this book inspires young minds to dream big and appreciate the wilderness.
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Printed "evening", the speaker says "afternoon"

Explanation: On the recording the words are "Good afternoon, fellow". Both words start with different letters, so listen to the whole word.

Printed "novel", the speaker says "story"

Explanation: Listen again to "the inspiration behind my latest story". The printed and spoken words start with different letters, so follow your ears, not the page.

Printed "surrounding", the speaker says "nearby"

Explanation: In the audio you hear "walks in the nearby enchanted". The printed word is much longer than the spoken word, so the speaker uses a shorter word.

Printed "flowers", the speaker says "trees"

Explanation: Here the speaker says "the whisper of the trees". The two words start with different letters and end differently, so listen to the whole word.

Printed "people", the speaker says "minds"

Explanation: The speaker says "inspires young minds to", not "people". The words begin with different letters, so wait and hear the whole word.

Printed "praise", the speaker says "appreciate"

Explanation: Listen for "and appreciate the wilderness". The spoken word is much longer than the printed word.

"Luna" matches the audio

Explanation: "The Adventures of Luna and the Magic" has a name that might look special. It is exactly what the speaker says, so do not click it.

"underbrush" matches the audio

Explanation: "darting through the underbrush" may seem rare or long on the page. The speaker says it exactly as printed, so do not click it.

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