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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #37380 Short An interactive
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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 At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep.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:

Todays social media platforms allow most people to stay constantly connected to family and friends, but the elderly, military, or loved ones in other time zones may not have the access or ability to use social media. An interactive digital photo frame such as Skylight Frame helps families stay connected when other social media options are difficult. For example, this solution has brought joy to a young boy who is being treated for a brain tumor and has to spend long periods of time away from home at the…
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Option 1: "hospital"

Explanation: The text mentions a young boy who is being treated for a brain tumor and has to spend long periods of time away from home. The context implies that he is receiving medical treatment, which is typically associated with a hospital. This aligns with the main idea of the text, which discusses how families can stay connected despite physical distance due to medical circumstances.

Option 2: "hospice"

Explanation: While a hospice is a facility for patients with terminal illnesses, the text does not indicate that the boy is in a terminal condition. Therefore, this option does not fit the context of ongoing treatment for a brain tumor, making it an incorrect choice.

Option 3: "infirmary"

Explanation: An infirmary is typically a smaller medical facility, often found in schools or military bases, and is not commonly used for long-term treatment of serious conditions like brain tumors. The text suggests a more comprehensive medical setting, which is better represented by 'hospital,' thus making this option incorrect.

Option 4: "Sickbay"

Explanation: Sickbay refers to a place for sick individuals, often in military contexts or on ships, and is not suitable for the serious medical treatment implied in the text. The context of the boy's treatment for a brain tumor suggests a hospital setting, making 'Sickbay' an inappropriate choice.

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