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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #47895 Short Animal rights
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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 At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep.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:

Animal rights have been under intense debate on public domain since the 1970s, thanks to the awareness generated by several NGOs, non-government organizations, like PETA, people for the ethical treatment of animals. According to one school of thought, zoos should not be banned, but the animals should have freedom within zoos. But according to another school of thought, zoos should be banned as they violate animals' rights and animals should be in a.
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Option 4: "habitats"

Explanation: The term 'habitats' is the most appropriate choice as it refers to the natural environments where animals live freely. This aligns with the text's argument that animals should not be confined in zoos but should have the freedom to exist in their natural habitats, supporting the overall theme of animal rights.

Option 1: "circus"

Explanation: The term 'circus' refers to a performance venue for trained animals, which does not align with the context of animal rights and freedom. The text discusses the debate around zoos and the rights of animals, suggesting that they should not be confined to places like circuses, which are often criticized for their treatment of animals.

Option 2: "house"

Explanation: The word 'house' implies a structure for living but does not convey the idea of a natural environment for animals. The context of the text emphasizes the need for animals to have freedom, which is better represented by a term that indicates a natural setting rather than a man-made structure.

Option 3: "cages"

Explanation: While 'cages' relates to confinement, it contradicts the main idea of the text, which advocates for animal freedom. The text argues against the confinement of animals, making 'cages' an unsuitable choice as it suggests a lack of freedom rather than the natural environment that animals deserve.

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