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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #41056 Short The Hummingbird
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You will see a video about the unique abilities and characteristics of hummingbirds. At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep.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 Hummingbird is the only bird that can fly in any direction. The unique architecture of its wings enables it to fly forward, backward, straight up and down, or to remain suspended in the air. Therefore, in mid-flight it can stop to investigate flowers and other sources of food. The hummingbirds are beautifully coloured male birds, more than (females especially).
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Option 2: "females especially"

Explanation: This option correctly completes the sentence by referring to the text's mention of 'the beautifully coloured male birds, more than (females especially).' It highlights the contrast between the males and females, aligning with the main idea of the text regarding the coloration of hummingbirds.

Option 1: "their habitat requires"

Explanation: This option does not fit the context of the sentence. The text discusses the unique flying abilities of hummingbirds and their coloration, not their habitat needs. Therefore, this option introduces information that is not present in the text.

Option 3: "the younger birds"

Explanation: This option is incorrect as it introduces a new subject not mentioned in the text. The text focuses on the coloration of male hummingbirds compared to females, and does not discuss age or younger birds.

Option 4: "when they are in flight"

Explanation: This option is also incorrect because it does not relate to the context of the sentence. The text does not discuss the timing of the hummingbirds' actions in relation to their flight, making this option irrelevant.

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