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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #52239 Short Determination
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You will hear a recording. Below is a transcription of the recording. 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:

As the saying goes, "you're never too old to learn." This statement is especially true when it comes to technology. Although learning new technologies as we age may seem daunting, it's important to keep up with the times. Technology has become integrated to our daily lives, and older adults must embrace it to stay connected with the world. Learning new technologies can be intimidating, but with the right resources and support, it's never too late to acquire new skills. It's crucial to provide our elderly population with access to training programs, workshops, and other resources to help them keep up with the latest technologies. By doing so, we can empower them to learn and grow, stay connected with family and friends, and improve their overall quality of life. So, let's remember that we're never too old to learn new things, including technology. With determination, perseverance, and support, we can all stay connected and thrive in today's digital age.
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Printed "accurate", the speaker says "true"

Explanation: In the audio you hear "especially true when it comes". Both words start with different letters, so listen to the first sound.

Printed "essential", the speaker says "integrated"

Explanation: Here the speaker says "become integrated to our daily". The printed and spoken words start with different letters, and they end differently too.

Printed "harsh", the speaker says "intimidating"

Explanation: The speaker says "be intimidating, but", not "harsh". The spoken word is much longer than the printed one, so listen for the longer word.

Printed "supply", the speaker says "provide"

Explanation: Listen for "crucial to provide our elderly". The two words start with different letters, so follow the whole word you hear.

Printed "relatives", the speaker says "family"

Explanation: You will hear "connected with family and friends". The printed word and the spoken word start with different letters, so trust the audio.

Printed "reflect", the speaker says "remember"

Explanation: On the recording the words are "let's remember that we're never". Both words start with the same letter, so wait for the whole word.

"learn" matches the audio

Explanation: "you're never too old to learn." It may seem like a change, but the speaker says it exactly. Do not click it.

"technology" matches the audio

Explanation: The printed phrase "including technology." It may seem like a change, yet the speaker uses it as printed. Do not click it.

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