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Practice Listening: Multiple Choice, Single Answer ID: #35821 Short Contemporary style
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Contemporary style and design are everywhere and can be a foundation for many new homes built today. But what exactly does that mean? Contemporary style is really about reduction - reducing things to their essence and having really clean lines and uncluttered spaces, says Alan Pickett, Pella Corporation's resident architect. Current contemporary design offers a softer take on modern - it has the same simple, clean lines, but with decoration that is naturally minimalistic. Light, colour, and fabrics all play a part in gaining a contemporary look for your home. Today's contemporary-style dwellings will have asymmetrical shapes, windows with minimal trim in a contrasting or dark colour, and a lot of glass and other textures.

Which of the following statement is correct?

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Option 3: "Today’s contemporary style has a lot of glass and asymmetrical shapes."

Explanation: This option accurately reflects the details provided in the text. It states that contemporary-style dwellings will have 'asymmetrical shapes' and 'a lot of glass,' which aligns perfectly with the description given by the author. This option captures the essence of contemporary design as outlined in the text.

Option 1: "Contemporary style is all about reducing things as per ones wish."

Explanation: This option misrepresents the concept of contemporary style. The text states that contemporary style is about 'reducing things to their essence,' which implies a specific approach rather than a subjective wish. The phrase 'as per one's wish' introduces a personal interpretation that is not supported by the text.

Option 2: "Current contemporary style includes shiny stuff."

Explanation: The text does not mention anything about shiny materials being part of contemporary style. Instead, it emphasizes clean lines and minimalistic decoration. Therefore, this option introduces information that is not present in the text.

Option 4: "Light, color and fabrics have nothing to do with the style."

Explanation: This option contradicts the text, which explicitly states that 'Light, colour, and fabrics all play a part in gaining a contemporary look for your home.' Therefore, this statement is incorrect as it denies the importance of these elements in contemporary style.

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