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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #43911 Short Microphone
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You will see a video about tips for using a microphone during a presentation. At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep.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:

If someone offers you a microphone, use it, test it first, and if it works by all means use the mic. Don't wait to ask the audience. Hey, can you hear me? OK, that's not a strong opening statement. Plus you're wasting everyone's time. You need to take a few minutes to set up and test the mic before you present. Not after you. In my experience, the main reason presenters become microphone shy is because they are secretly afraid of it. This makes sense. We're most accustomed to hearing our own voices without amplification. With the MIC, our voices can sound loud and imposing to our own ears. If you're not familiar with the sound of your amplified voice. It can sound intimidating or even.
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Option 2: "unpleasant"

Explanation: The option 'unpleasant' fits well within the context of the text, which discusses how the amplified voice can be intimidating. The speaker implies that the unfamiliarity with one's amplified voice can lead to discomfort, making 'unpleasant' the most suitable choice.

Option 1: "unclear"

Explanation: The option 'unclear' suggests a lack of clarity, which does not align with the context of the speaker discussing how amplified voices can sound intimidating. The text indicates that the amplified voice can be overwhelming rather than unclear.

Option 3: "reassuring"

Explanation: The option 'reassuring' contradicts the overall theme of the text. The speaker describes the amplified voice as potentially intimidating, which is the opposite of being reassuring. Therefore, this option does not fit the context.

Option 4: "powerful"

Explanation: While 'powerful' might seem relevant, it does not capture the emotional response described in the text. The speaker focuses on the intimidation factor rather than the strength of the voice. Thus, this option does not align with the context.

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