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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #33553 Short oxygen
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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 At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep.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 in every living cell, tissue and organ, and it's second only to oxygen as the thing we need most to survive-pure, clean water. We can't live without it, and we can't live well without enough of it. We are constantly in need of water as we lose water with every breath and every activity of the body. We are especially at risk for dehydration when we exercise or we are ill—this is when dehydration, even mild dehydration, can take its toll, causing you to feel tired and..
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Option 3: "drained of energy"

Explanation: This option is correct as it directly relates to the effects of dehydration mentioned in the text. The phrase 'drained of energy' accurately captures the consequence of not having enough water, which is highlighted in the text when it states that dehydration can cause you to feel tired. This aligns perfectly with the overall theme of the necessity of water for maintaining energy levels.

Option 1: "weak of power"

Explanation: This option does not accurately reflect the context of the text. The phrase 'weak of power' suggests a lack of strength or authority, which does not align with the discussion about dehydration and its effects on the body. The text emphasizes the physical impact of dehydration, particularly in terms of energy levels, rather than power.

Option 2: "weak of force"

Explanation: Similar to Option 1, 'weak of force' implies a deficiency in physical strength or force, which is not the focus of the text. The text discusses how dehydration affects one's energy and well-being, making this option irrelevant to the main idea.

Option 4: "drain of vigor"

Explanation: While 'drain of vigor' suggests a loss of vitality, it is not as precise as 'drained of energy' in the context of the text. The term 'vigor' is more general and does not specifically address the immediate effects of dehydration on energy levels as clearly as the correct option does.

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