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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #30189 Medium Study of Humanities
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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 At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep.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:

It's been suggested that we get rid of the study of humanities altogether. Some say studying subjects like history, philosophy, politics, literature, anthropology, and so on, has no intrinsic value and why should we waste time and energy on courses of study that won't lead directly to a cut and dried career. They say that what the world needs now is specialists, not generalists. Well. I have to say. I couldn’t disagree more. Of course we want to produce well-informed, literate, highly functioning citizens who make solid contributions to society. That's an idea that still holds sway - but that's not the reason that I believe studying the humanities is valuable. People who study a breadth of topics, and who have a diverse range of interests, are actually better problem solvers. This broad education means they can approach an issue -
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Option 1: "from a number of angles"

Explanation: The text emphasizes that individuals with a broad education can approach issues from various perspectives, which aligns with the idea of being better problem solvers. The phrase 'from a number of angles' directly supports this notion of diverse approaches to problem-solving, reflecting the main idea of the text that values the study of humanities.

Option 2: "with a specific goal in mind"

Explanation: This option suggests a narrow focus on achieving a particular outcome, which contradicts the text's argument that a broad education allows for multiple perspectives. The text advocates for generalists who can think broadly rather than specialists with a singular goal.

Option 3: "in a less emotional manner"

Explanation: While this option implies a rational approach, it does not capture the essence of the text, which highlights the value of diverse interests and perspectives. The author does not suggest that studying humanities leads to less emotional responses; rather, it promotes a more comprehensive understanding of issues.

Option 4: "in a way that enriches society"

Explanation: Although this option seems positive, it is too vague and does not directly relate to the specific argument made in the text about problem-solving. The text focuses on the ability to approach issues from various angles, rather than solely on societal enrichment.

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