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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #37857 Short Gaming
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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 At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep.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:

The idea of bringing computer games in the classroom seems likely to provoke more detentions than learning. But that's slowly changing. To some, children may be playing SimCity, to others, they are learning geography. To some, they are playing fantasy football; to others, they are learning maths and strategy skills. Gaming, whether online, on a console or on a computer, is thought by many teachers and parents to be the classic signs of a modern wasted youth. Where once it was snooker halls, now it's Lara Croft and her legions of imitators as the classic signs of a life
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Option 3: "frittered away"

Explanation: This option accurately reflects the sentiment expressed in the text regarding the perception of gaming as a waste of time. The phrase 'frittered away' implies that time is being wasted on trivial pursuits, which aligns perfectly with the author's critique of gaming as a sign of a modern wasted youth.

Option 1: "brought finely"

Explanation: This option does not fit the context of the text. The phrase 'brought finely' does not convey a meaningful idea related to the discussion of computer games and their impact on learning. It lacks relevance to the theme of wasted youth and does not align with the negative connotation implied in the text.

Option 2: "engrossed gently"

Explanation: While 'engrossed' suggests being absorbed in an activity, the addition of 'gently' does not match the tone of the text, which discusses the negative perception of gaming. This option fails to capture the essence of time being wasted, which is central to the argument presented.

Option 4: "stated aside"

Explanation: The phrase 'stated aside' is grammatically incorrect and does not convey a clear meaning in the context of the text. It does not relate to the theme of gaming and wasted time, making it an unsuitable choice.

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