Shadowing Practice: Vol 1 - test 1 - section 1 - Learn English Speaking with Video

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IELTS Listening, version 16208.
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you will hear a number of different recordings and you will have to answer questions on what you hear.
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there will be time for you to read the instructions and questions and you will have a chance to check your work.
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All the recordings will be played once only.
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The test is in four sections.
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Write all your answers.
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in the Listening Question booklet.
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At the end of the test, you will be given 10 minutes to transfer your answers to an answer sheet.
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Now turn to section 1, on page two of your question booklet.
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Section 1.
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You will hear a man phoning to ask about a festival in a town called Beechin.
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First you have some time to look at questions 1 to 6, on page 2.
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you will see that there is an example that has been done for you.
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On this occasion only, the conversation relating to this will be played first.
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Beechon Festival Office?
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Oh, hello.
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I want to check some details about the festival.
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I know tickets are running out fast, and I haven't got access to the internet at present.
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My computer's down.
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OK.
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Well, the first activity is on June the 19th at 7pm.
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And it's a concert with local musicians performing.
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Oh, lovely.
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The activity on June the 19th is a concert.
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So, concert has been written in the space.
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Now we shall begin.
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You should answer the questions as you listen, because you will not hear the recording a second time.
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Listen carefully and answer questions 1 to 6.
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Beechon Festival Office?
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Oh, hello.
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I want to check some details about the festival.
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I know tickets are running out fast, and I haven't got access to the internet at present.
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My computer's down.
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OK.
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Well, the first activity is on June the 19th at 7pm.
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And it's a concert with local musicians performing.
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Oh, lovely.
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Is it in the theatre, like last year?
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Yes, that's right.
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And for the next activity, on the 20th, the times changed. Is that the tour?
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Yes.
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Now, it does say on the tickets that it's a 3 .40 start, but that's an error.
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There wasn't time to update them, unfortunately, so it should say 4 .30 instead.
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The correct time is on the website, though.
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Oh, right, because one of my friends wants to go on that, to see Beecham with an expert and find out about the town and its history.
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Does she need to get a ticket in advance?
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No, just turn up at the station where the guide will be waiting.
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They'll start from there.
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And I think the plan is to stop for a break in the park.
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And there's no charge for the tour.
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And the tour will finish with a visit to the 16th century mill where they used to make flour, It's recently been restored.
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Fine.
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And then on the 21st, there's an all -day event for children.
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Oh, that could be good for my visitors.
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They're bringing theirs, you see.
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Right.
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Well, the plan was to have a painting competition for the kids, but it's now going to be cooking instead.
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And there'll be prizes for all the different age groups.
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Oh, great.
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And it's in Beechon Community Centre.
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Oh, yes, I know where that is.
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They don't need to bring any ingredients, but they'll need to have a plate to put whatever they've made on
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so they can display it and then take it home.
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"Sounds good.
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And are they going ahead with the fireworks in the evening, or is that cancelled?
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There was an article in the paper after last year's display which suggested it might not be happening again.
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That's right, no, that's still on.
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It's getting more popular each year, and having it in the town square was starting to be a bit difficult because of the numbers.
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which is why it's next to the river this time.
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It'll be easy for large numbers of people to get to.
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Yes, of course.
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I'm sure there's lots to look forward to.
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Before you hear the rest of the conversation, you have some time to look at questions 7 to 10 on page 2.
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Now listen and answer questions 7 to 10.
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OK, now I just want to check how it's going to impact on me as a local resident.
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I mean, some people last year thought it was too noisy at night.
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Yes, I know.
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And that's why this year evening events won't go on beyond 11 :15.
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I know previously some activities lasted until 11 :45, And the new time applies now to all the events, every evening.
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OK.
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And another change, perhaps you know about this already, is that because of high visitor numbers, parking in the town centre isn't going to be allowed.
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It'll be outside town.
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Oh, yes, to keep the streets clear, I suppose, for all the visitors.
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I did know, actually, and it's not really going to be a problem for me.
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Right.
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I mean, I could just walk into town from my home.
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Okay.
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Well, anyway, if you want to check any more details about the festival, once you're back online, you can look at www .events .com.
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And you'll be able to comment on what activities you enjoyed, and what would really help the organisers would be
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if people could use the website to give feedback about what they enjoyed and that kind of thing.
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This will help them plan for next year.
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That's probably a good idea.
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That is the end of Section 1.
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You now have half a minute to check your answers.
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Now turn to section 2 on page 3.
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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice your listening and comprehension skills through a real-life conversation about a local festival. You'll focus on taking notes while listening to audio recordings, as the IELTS test format requires. By engaging with this material, you will refine your ability to understand spoken English and improve your listening skills. This is a perfect opportunity for you to learn English with YouTube as it demonstrates how to extract information from conversations and manage your answers effectively.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Festival: A day or period of celebration, often involving various activities.
  • Concert: A musical performance in front of an audience.
  • Run out of: To deplete the supply of something.
  • Advance ticket: A ticket purchased before the event occurs.
  • Tour: A journey for pleasure in which several different places are visited.
  • Expert: A person who has a comprehensive and authoritative knowledge of a particular area.
  • Correct time: The accurate schedule or timing for a planned event.
  • Break: A short period of rest or pause during an activity.

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning experience from this listening exercise, consider using the technique of shadow speech. Start by playing the audio recording and pausing it after each sentence. Repeat what you hear, mimicking the speaker's intonation and rhythm to better improve English pronunciation. Since the conversation in this lesson is clear and paced appropriately, it provides an excellent opportunity to practice shadow speak effectively.

As you listen, focus on the essential details in the dialogue. Jot down notes for every important piece of information, such as dates and activities related to the festival. This will help you stay engaged and attentive to the material being presented. If you find a specific part challenging, don’t hesitate to replay that section for clarity. Use this shadowing site to practice with other similar recordings to enhance your overall listening skills.

Incorporate these techniques into your English routine, and you will find that consistent practice allows you to grasp the nuances of spoken language significantly better. With dedication and perseverance, learning English with YouTube can transform your listening abilities, making you a more confident communicator!

¿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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