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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #30179 Short Sea 3
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You will hear a recording about a topic. At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep. Select the correct option to complete the recording.

Transcript:

Let’s see what's happening on the seabed. Okay! Some of these really remarkable features are known as black smokers. Don't forget we're now 2.5 kilometers down. The light - it's all pitch black. What we're seeing is the lights from the submersible. So, imagine you're looking at this out from your porthole and it supports -
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Option 4: "all this fabulous life"

Explanation: This option is correct as it aligns with the context of the text, which hints at the presence of life forms in the dark environment of the seabed. The phrase 'all this fabulous life' complements the idea of exploring the seabed and suggests that despite the darkness, there is vibrant life to be observed, which is consistent with the theme of the text.

Option 1: "a very tall structure"

Explanation: This option does not align with the context of the text. The speaker is discussing features of the seabed, specifically black smokers, which are not described as tall structures. Instead, the focus is on the environment being pitch black and the lights from the submersible. Therefore, this option is irrelevant.

Option 2: "fish which need light"

Explanation: This option is incorrect because the text emphasizes the absence of light at a depth of 2.5 kilometers. The phrase 'it's all pitch black' indicates that light is not available, making it unlikely for fish that require light to be present in this environment.

Option 3: "you can't see anything"

Explanation: While this option reflects the darkness mentioned in the text, it does not complete the sentence in a meaningful way. The context suggests a focus on the life forms present in the dark environment rather than the inability to see anything, making this option less relevant.

Option 5: "something rather uninteresting"

Explanation: This option is incorrect because it contradicts the tone of the text. The speaker describes the features as 'remarkable' and 'fabulous,' indicating that they are indeed interesting. Thus, this option does not fit the context and undermines the excitement conveyed in the text.

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