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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #38236 Short Concentration
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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 At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep.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:

Very well, depression is a state in which a person is experiencing what is called a depressed mood. This can involve sadness, feelings of negativity, melancholia, and or intense sorrow. Now we all suffer from depression from time to time, but a person with depression will typically suffer for at least 6 months and this will affect most areas of the person's life. The person will often feel a lack of energy, irritability, profound sadness, difficulty with concentration, increased or decreased appetite, altered sleep patterns, apathy and a lack of interest in the things which a person would normally find .
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Option 2: "interesting"

Explanation: The correct answer 'interesting' aligns perfectly with the context of the text. It refers to the activities that a person with depression would typically find engaging or enjoyable, but due to their condition, they lose interest in these activities. This directly supports the main idea of the text regarding the impact of depression on a person's life.

Option 1: "challenging"

Explanation: The term 'challenging' does not fit the context of the sentence, which discusses a lack of interest in activities that a person would normally find engaging. The text emphasizes feelings of apathy and disinterest, making 'challenging' an inappropriate choice.

Option 3: "beautiful"

Explanation: The word 'beautiful' does not relate to the context of the sentence. The text discusses a lack of interest in activities, and 'beautiful' does not convey the idea of engagement or interest, making it an unsuitable choice.

Option 4: "energetic"

Explanation: The option 'energetic' contradicts the context of the text, which describes a lack of energy and apathy in individuals suffering from depression. This choice does not align with the overall theme of the text, which focuses on the negative effects of depression.

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