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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #43600 Short Amateur
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You will hear a recording of an amateur astronomer discussing recent observations of the night sky. 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:

Last night, while observing the night sky through my telescope, I was fortunate enough to witness a spectacular meteor shower. These celestial events are not just beautiful to watch but also offer valuable insights into our solar system's origins. Additionally, I spotted the planet Venus, shining brightly, and it's often mistaken as an evening star due to its intense luminescence. What's truly fascinating is the ability to see various constellations clearly, like Orion’s Belt, which can aid navigation if you’re ever lost at sea. Amateur astronomy is not just a hobby; it's a portal into the immense and mysterious universe that surrounds us.
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Printed "always", the speaker says "often"

Explanation: Listen again to "it's often mistaken as". The printed word "always" starts with a different letter, and the spoken word is shorter.

Printed "morning", the speaker says "evening"

Explanation: In the audio you hear "an evening star". Both words end the same, so listen to the whole word.

Printed "help", the speaker says "aid"

Explanation: Here the speaker says "which can aid navigation". The printed word "help" begins with a different letter and is one letter longer.

Printed "window", the speaker says "portal"

Explanation: The speaker says "it's a portal into", not "window". The printed and spoken words start with different letters, so trust the sound.

"Venus" matches the audio

Explanation: "I spotted the planet Venus, shining brightly" may look like a trick, because it is a specific name. The speaker says it exactly as printed, so do not click it.

"telescope" matches the audio

Explanation: "through my telescope, I was fortunate" looks long and odd, but the speaker actually says it. Do not click this word.

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