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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #41059 Short Germany wines
Instructions ›
You will see a video outlining the unique characteristics of the German wine industry. At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep.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:

Germany is different to the other wine-growing countries of the world. For one thing, we are in a very northern climate—a climate as cold as Newfoundland, and the only reason the grape actually ripens is because we have these large rivers and microclimates. Germany produces about a seventh as much wine as France and Italy. But in spite of that, they are the largest importers of (white wines).
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Result:

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Option 1: "white wines"

Explanation: The text states that Germany is the largest importer of white wines, which directly supports this option as the correct answer. The phrase 'largest importers of (white wines)' indicates that the missing word must relate to the type of wine Germany imports, confirming that 'white wines' is the appropriate choice.

Option 2: "rice"

Explanation: This option is incorrect because the text discusses wine production and importation, with no mention of rice. Therefore, it does not fit the context of the sentence, which is focused on wine.

Option 3: "fruits"

Explanation: While fruits are related to agriculture, this option is incorrect as the text specifically addresses wine, not fruits. The context is about wine-growing countries, making 'fruits' irrelevant to the sentence.

Option 4: "Vegetables"

Explanation: This option is also incorrect because, similar to 'fruits,' vegetables are not mentioned in the context of wine production or importation. The focus of the text is on wine, making 'vegetables' an unsuitable choice.

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