Listening Test 6, Part 2

Listening Test 6
Part 2

Fractured Bones
(broken bones)

Listening Test 6
Part 2

You will hear part of a talk from a television programme about dealing with broken bones. For questions 9 – 18, complete the notes below which summarise the passage.

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The word ‘fracture’ is a technical word for (9)

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Bones are vital for the body because they (10)

and protect it.

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Bones are composed of a (11)

outer layer and a soft centre.

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Bone marrow is important because it makes (12)

cells.

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Bones do not always break; sometimes they actually (13)

.

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It is important to try to find any fractures before trying to (14)

a victim.

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Moving an injured person can cause (15)

fractures.

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If the injured party is conscious, they can inform you of the (16)

of any fractures.

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Part of the procedure for treating an unconscious victim has been discussed in (17)

.

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If someone is unconscious, carefully check each major bone for any (18)

.