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Listening practice
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Listen to an Academic Talk
Listen to part of a talk in a social history class.
Listen
31. Why does the speaker mention marine insurance and the scientific societies?
A
To argue that coffee houses were funded by wealthy businesses
B
To show that the conversation in these rooms produced lasting institutions
C
To explain why the crown eventually accepted the coffee houses
D
To contrast houses near the docks with those near the universities