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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #30198 Medium Career 2
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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 At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep.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:

Most, if not all, young men and women have dreams of the future which include themselves, their families, and possibly their country. At one time or another, they evaluate and criticize their own society, and think of the changes they would like to make. For most people, however, the biggest contribution they can make to their society's development and change is through the careers they will follow, rather than through direct political action.
For the lucky few, their careers will be interesting as well as allowing them to make a measurable contribution to the growth of their country. This is why it is important to know something about the career aspirations of young people and the reasons for their interest in these ideal careers. At the same time, it is equally important to consider whether their aspirations are -
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Option 2: "realistic"

Explanation: The word 'realistic' directly relates to the context of the text, which emphasizes the need to consider whether young people's career aspirations are achievable. This aligns with the overall theme of evaluating societal contributions through practical career choices, making 'realistic' the most fitting option.

Option 1: "hopeful"

Explanation: The term 'hopeful' suggests a positive outlook but does not align with the context of evaluating career aspirations. The text discusses the importance of understanding whether aspirations are practical and achievable, which is better captured by 'realistic.' Therefore, 'hopeful' does not fit the logical structure of the sentence.

Option 3: "successful"

Explanation: While 'successful' implies achieving goals, it does not address the practicality of aspirations. The text focuses on the importance of understanding if aspirations can be realistically pursued, making 'successful' an incomplete choice in this context.

Option 4: "fulfilling"

Explanation: The term 'fulfilling' suggests personal satisfaction but does not connect to the evaluation of whether aspirations are practical. The text's focus is on the feasibility of career aspirations, which is better captured by 'realistic,' thus making 'fulfilling' an unsuitable option.

Option 5: "obtained"

Explanation: The word 'obtained' implies achieving something but does not relate to the evaluation of aspirations. The text discusses the importance of understanding the practicality of career aspirations, making 'obtained' irrelevant in this context.

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