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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #47897 Short Carbon-based
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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 At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep.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:

Carbon-based life forms here on this planet are eventually going to destroy. Regardless of where one's soul goes, one thing is guaranteed. A vessel we call a body is going to undergo some unpleasant metamorphosis after the death of the human. Without life-sustaining processes like blood circulation and metabolism, the human body begins to degrade. Skin falls away, eyeballs disintegrate, and hair and bones turn to dust. Worms and bacteria that live in soil love to feast on decaying material like a
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Option 4: "dead."

Explanation: The word 'dead' fits perfectly in the context of the sentence, as it directly relates to the subject of decay discussed in the text. The phrase 'decaying material like a dead' aligns with the theme of decomposition, indicating that the organisms mentioned feast on dead organic matter, which is consistent with the overall message of the text.

Option 1: "plastic."

Explanation: The term 'plastic' does not fit the context of decay and decomposition discussed in the text. The text describes the natural processes that occur after death, focusing on organic matter and its breakdown. 'Plastic' is a synthetic material that does not decompose in the same way as organic matter, making this option irrelevant.

Option 2: "garbage."

Explanation: While 'garbage' refers to waste, it does not accurately capture the specific context of the text, which emphasizes the natural decay of organic life forms. The text discusses the transformation of the human body after death, and 'garbage' is too broad and does not specifically relate to the biological processes described.

Option 3: "vegetation."

Explanation: The word 'vegetation' refers to plant life, which is not relevant to the context of decay after death. The text focuses on the decomposition of human bodies and the organisms that feed on them, making 'vegetation' an inappropriate choice as it does not align with the theme of decay.

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