Pratique du Shadowing: A2 KEY 1 - Listening Part 1 - Test 2 (Transcript + Key) - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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Test 2.
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There are five parts to the test.
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You will hear each piece twice.
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We will now stop for a moment before we start the test.
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Please ask any questions now because you must not speak during the test.
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Now look at the instructions for part one.
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For each question, choose the correct answer.
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One.
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Where is the cup now?
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I can't find my favourite cup anywhere, Joe.
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Do you know where it is?
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Look in the cupboard.
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That's where it usually is.
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I did.
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And on the shelf next to the cupboard.
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Oh, sorry.
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I think I left it by the sink when I finished the washing up.
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Thanks.
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Now listen again.
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I can't find my favourite cup anywhere, Joe.
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Do you know where it is?
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Look in the cupboard.
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That's where it usually is.
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I did.
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And on the shelf next to the cupboard.
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Oh, sorry.
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I think I left it by the sink when I finished the washing up.
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Thanks.
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Two.
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Who will Sally meet at the station?
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My sister's arriving at the station at six.
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Can you pick her up, Sally? Of course.
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Is it your younger sister, the one with long black hair?
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No, the older one.
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You haven't met her yet.
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I think you showed me her photo.
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Does she have short hair? Does her?
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She's blonde.
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Now listen again.
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My sister's arriving at the station at six.
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Can you pick her up, Sally? Of course.
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Is it your younger sister, the one with long black hair?
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No, the older one.
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You haven't met her yet.
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I think you showed me her photo.
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Does she have short hair? Does her?
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She's blonde.
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3. What did the man learn to do at the beach?
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How was your trip?
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It was brilliant.
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I really enjoyed swimming.
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The sea was so warm.
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Lucky you!
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And I met some great people who showed me how to play volleyball.
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I've not done it before, and it was great to see surfing.
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I'd love to learn, and I think I'll have lessons next year.
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Now listen again.
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How was your trip?
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It was brilliant.
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I really enjoyed swimming.
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The sea was so warm.
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Lucky you!
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And I met some great people who showed me how to play volleyball.
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I've not done it before and it was great to see surfing.
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I'd love to learn and I think I'll have lessons next year.
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4. Where are they going to meet?
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Do you want to go to the cinema this evening and see that film?
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OK.
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And we could go and eat something first.
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All right.
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Why don't I wait for you outside the bookshop at about six?
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I'll come and find you there when I finish work.
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Then we can go and look for a restaurant before the film.
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Now listen again.
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Do you want to go to the cinema this evening and see that film?
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OK.
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And we could go and eat something first.
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All right.
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Why don't I wait for you outside the bookshop at about six?
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I'll come and find you there when I finish work.
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Then we can go and look for a restaurant before the film.
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5. What didn't the man buy?
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Did you get everything for our ski trip?
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Did you find some nice new gloves?
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Not the ones I wanted, but these warm ones were on sale.
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Sunglasses weren't in the sale, but I liked these so much I got them.
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Cool.
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And did you get a scarf?
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I don't think I need a new one.
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The one I've already got is fine.
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Now listen again.
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Did you get everything for our ski trip?
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Did you find some nice new gloves?
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Not the ones I wanted, but these warm ones were on sale.
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Sunglasses weren't in the sale, but I liked these so much I got them.
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Cool!
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And did you get a scarf?
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I don't think I need a new one.
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The one I've already got is fine.
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That is the end of part one.

About This Lesson

In this lesson, learners will engage in part one of the A2 KEY Listening Test, where they will enhance their ability to comprehend spoken English. This section focuses on real-life conversations, allowing students to familiarize themselves with everyday vocabulary and sentence structures. By listening to dialogues, students will practice important skills such as identifying specific information, understanding context, and differentiating between speakers. Repeated exposure to the audio content will not only hone listening skills but will also contribute to improve English pronunciation as learners emulate the natural flow of speech.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Favourite cup - A personal item that holds sentimental value.
  • Station - A place where transport vehicles pick up and drop off passengers.
  • Pick up - To collect someone from a designated location.
  • Younger/older sister - Terms to differentiate between siblings based on age.
  • Brilliant - An adjective meaning exceptionally good or outstanding.
  • Washing up - The act of cleaning dishes after a meal.
  • Photo - An image captured by a camera.
  • Blonde - A hair color ranging from light yellow to golden.

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning experience and improve English pronunciation, consider employing the shadowing technique while listening to the audio. This method involves listening to a segment and then immediately repeating what you hear. Aim to mimic not only the words but also the intonation and rhythm of the speakers. Given the conversational pace of the audio, it's beneficial to pause after each segment to practice. You can utilize a shadowing app to facilitate this process, allowing you to replay sections as necessary and stay aligned with the audio's natural tempo. By practicing this shadowspeak, you will grow more comfortable with everyday English and develop a more authentic accent.

Additionally, listening to each piece twice, as suggested in this lesson, is crucial for reinforcing your understanding and pronunciation. Focus on the context of the conversations—what speakers are discussing and their emotional undertones. Engaging with the material actively will ensure a deeper grasp of the language, paving the way for greater confidence in real-life communications.

Qu'est-ce que la technique du Shadowing ?

Le Shadowing est une technique d'apprentissage des langues fondée sur la science, développée à l'origine pour la formation des interprètes professionnels. Le principe est simple mais puissant : vous écoutez de l'anglais natif et le répétez immédiatement à voix haute — comme une ombre suivant le locuteur avec un décalage de 1 à 2 secondes. Les recherches montrent une amélioration significative de la précision de la prononciation, de l'intonation, du rythme, des liaisons, de la compréhension orale et de la fluidité.