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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #43872 Short Take Risks
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You will see a video of someone giving advice about taking risks in life. At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep.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:

I found that nothing in life. Is worthwhile. Unless you take risks. Nothing. Nelson Mandela said there is no passion to be found playing small in settling for life. That's less than the one you're capable of living now. I'm sure in your experiences in school and applying to college and picking your major and deciding what you want to do with life. I'm sure people have told you to make sure you have something to fall back on. Make sure you got something to fall back on, honey. But I never understood that concept. Having something to.
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Option 2: "fall back on"

Explanation: This option directly reflects the phrase used in the text, where the speaker discusses the advice given to have something to 'fall back on.' It captures the essence of the speaker's critique of this mindset, making it the correct choice.

Option 1: "secure your future"

Explanation: This option suggests a focus on planning and safety, which does not align with the speaker's emphasis on taking risks and pursuing passion. The text conveys a message against playing it safe, making this option contradictory to the overall theme.

Option 3: "keep you safe"

Explanation: This option implies a protective approach to life, which contradicts the speaker's message about the importance of taking risks. The text does not support the idea of safety as a priority, thus making this option incorrect.

Option 4: "ensure success"

Explanation: This option suggests a guarantee of success through caution, which is contrary to the speaker's argument that one should not settle for a lesser life. The text emphasizes risk-taking over ensuring success, leading to the rejection of this option.

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