Shadowing Practice: UNIT 8 28 COMPLETE FIRST - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Unit 8.
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Listening Part 2.
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Exercise 2.
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So, I'm going to tell you about my dad's ten minutes of fame.
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It was when he starred on a TV show a few years ago, and it happened like this.
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The family had a small shop just round the corner from where we live, and one day my aunt was working there on her own,
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when a TV producer just happened to walk in and ask her
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if she'd like to take part in this quiz show called The Big Question.
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That was a big show, you remember, when we were small kids.
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I suppose he thought she'd look good on TV, sort of photogenic.
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Anyway, when she was asked, she just refused to even consider it.
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She said she was afraid she'd get so nervous
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that she'd be unable to say a word when a question came to her.
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My elder sister, who was only 11 at the time, told her she should go because it was the chance of a lifetime.
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but no one could say anything that'd make her change her mind.
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Just by chance, at that moment, my dad walked in.
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Well, he saw his opportunity and offered to go on the show himself.
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Anyway, the producer agreed, and a couple of weeks later, my father took a hired car, because ours was very old,
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and he drove to the TV studios.
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I don't think he trusted the trains to arrive on time, but I reckon there must have been quite a chance he'd get stuck in traffic.
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You know what it's like round London.
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Well, anyway, when he got there, he suddenly realised that he'd left his tie behind, so he had to ask the producer if they'd got a spare one at the studio he could borrow.
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Anyway, he was told he didn't need one, or a jacket for that matter either.
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Oh, and I forgot to say, he didn't really study for the show.
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You know, by reading encyclopedias and so on.
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In fact, I don't think we've ever had an encyclopedia in the house, though I did suggest buying one for the occasion.
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I suppose he could have gone online, but as far as I know he didn't.
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He told me later that the only thing he'd done was what he always did in the evening,
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which was read the popular press that we hadn't sold during the day and pick up lots of trivial facts.
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Anyway, later what he told me was
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that before the show he stood around with the other participants
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in somewhere called the Green Room where they chatted to each other
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and were given something to eat and drink and they got to know each other a bit.
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My dad felt a bit intimidated I think because the other competitors seemed very confident and looked really keen.
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My dad was expecting them to be doctors or lawyers or something but in fact,
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although one of the women really was a university lecturer, the others were a bus driver and and somebody who worked in a bank, so quite a mixture.
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When the show started, I think my dad felt quite lucky and very surprised to be able to answer his questions,
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which were all about general knowledge and nothing too specialist, because he actually managed to win.
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Anyway, he did the show, which was recorded, and all of us were longing to see him in it, especially as we knew he'd won.
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We thought it'd be broadcast like the following week so it'd be really up to date, but in fact it came on nearly two months later
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and we almost missed it because we'd almost forgotten about it by then.
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But it was good because for weeks after, people were stopping my Dad in the street and saying, didn't I see you on the Big Question?
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Finally though, my Dad didn't become a millionaire or come home in a sports car unfortunately,
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but he did win a big television with a wide screen, we've still got it at home and it's great for the football.
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And a big fluffy elephant, which he gave to me.
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They were pretty impressive prizes for us then.
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Well, for me, because I was still quite small.
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So, that was my dad's ten minutes of fame.
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I wonder what mine'll be?
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About This Lesson

In this lesson, learners will practice listening and speaking skills through an engaging narrative about an individual's unexpected experience on a quiz show. The transcript provides insight into various aspects of storytelling, including personal anecdotes, emotions, and the excitement of participating in a public event. By focusing on this content, learners will enhance their ability to convey experiences and feelings, while also gaining exposure to conversational English. This will not only help them improve their English pronunciation but also increase their confidence in speaking.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Ten minutes of fame: A brief period when someone gains public attention.
  • Quiz show: A television game show where participants answer questions for prizes.
  • Photogenic: Attractive in photographs; looking good on camera.
  • Intimidated: Feeling nervous or anxious in the presence of others.
  • General knowledge: Information that is commonly known, covering a wide range of subjects.
  • Emotional response: A reaction to a situation that shows feelings.
  • Wide screen: A larger television screen format that enhances viewing experiences.
  • Trivial facts: Small pieces of information that may seem unimportant or insignificant.

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning from this lesson, consider using a shadowing approach to practice your English speaking skills. Start by listening to the transcript slowly and focus on the rhythm and intonation of the speaker’s voice. This method allows you to improve English pronunciation effectively.

Here are specific tips to enhance your shadowing practice:

  • Slow down: Begin with a lower speed to understand the words clearly. You can utilize a shadowing app that allows you to adjust playback speed.
  • Repeat phrases: After listening to a sentence, pause and repeat it aloud, mimicking the tone and emotion given by the speaker. This will help you develop a more natural speech pattern.
  • Focus on emotional delivery: Pay attention to how the narrator expresses excitement and nervousness. Practice conveying similar emotions in your speech to make it more engaging.
  • Record yourself: Use your smartphone or computer to record your voice while practicing. Listening to these recordings can help you identify areas for improvement in your pronunciation and clarity.
  • Practice regularly: Incorporate this activity into your daily routine to build confidence in your speaking abilities. Engaging in consistent English speaking practice will contribute to better fluency.

By following these tips, you will not only enjoy learning through this personal story but also develop effective shadowing techniques to elevate your overall English speaking skills with Shadowspeaks.

¿Qué es la Técnica de Shadowing?

Shadowing es una técnica de aprendizaje de idiomas respaldada por la ciencia, desarrollada originalmente para la formación de intérpretes profesionales y popularizada por el políglota Dr. Alexander Arguelles. El método es simple pero poderoso: escuchas audio en inglés nativo y lo repites en voz alta de inmediato, como una sombra que sigue al hablante con solo 1-2 segundos de retraso. A diferencia de la escucha pasiva o los ejercicios de gramática, el shadowing obliga a tu cerebro y músculos de la boca a procesar y reproducir simultáneamente patrones de habla reales. Las investigaciones muestran que mejora significativamente la precisión de la pronunciación, la entonación, el ritmo, el habla conectada, la comprensión auditiva y la fluidez al hablar, convirtiéndola en una de las metodologías más efectivas para la preparación del IELTS Speaking y la comunicación en inglés en el mundo real.

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