Pratique du Shadowing: Complete IELTS Band 4 5 Student's Book Unit 3 - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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Track 17, Unit 3, Listening,
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Exercise 3 Good evening and welcome aboard the Pride of Pool.
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In this recorded announcement, we'll give you details of some of the facilities available on board this ship.
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You're currently standing in the reception area, in the centre of B Deck.
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If you're feeling hungry after a long day's travelling, go up the stairs to A Deck, where you'll find the restaurant.
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The restaurant caters for all appetites with anything from a light snack to a full three course meal.
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The restaurant will be open from the moment the ship leaves port to half an hour before arrival.
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Next to the restaurant on a deck in the lounge there are reclining seats with music headphones if you want to relax.
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The headphones are free, but people using this area are encouraged to keep noise to a minimum,
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so that other passengers can enjoy themselves and sleep or read if they wish.
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For those of you who'd like some entertainment, just next door to us on this deck is a 40-seat cinema, showing the latest full-length feature films.
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The cinema program is available here at reception, but you'll have to buy the tickets themselves at the cinema entrance, just before you go in.
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Just next to the cinema is the staircase leading down to the cabins on C deck.
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To access your cabin, just show your boarding pass to a steward, who will give you the key.
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On this deck, that is B deck,
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you'll also find an area where you can either play games in our special electronic games arcade or do your shopping.
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Just beyond that on the same level, people who want a bit of fresh air or just want to see the sea can go out onto the viewing deck,
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which is in the open air.
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Make sure you wear a jacket or coat as it can be quite cold and windy.
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Track 18, Unit 3, Listening, Exercise 6 Now for some further details.
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This voyage is an overnight trip.
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The ship leaves port at 7pm and the journey takes just over 12 hours and 45 minutes,
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reaching our destination at about 8 tomorrow morning.
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This is for the convenience of those wishing to catch the 9 o'clock train which leaves from the ferry terminal.
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Passengers with children in their party are informed
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that there is a special section in the restaurant with kids' food and a play area.
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People with children are encouraged to turn up early to get a place as the section is very popular.
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Make this a trip to remember.
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Here at the information desk you can obtain a souvenir ship's keyring for €4.50.
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You can upgrade from a tourist class cabin to a first class cabin.
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And you can get your train tickets here, which will save you time queuing in the station tomorrow morning.
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If you buy them on the ship, you can get them for 20% off.
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For those using the lounge and wishing to check their email, there's a wireless connection, but you'll have to bring your own laptop.
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You can also watch the latest TV programs there, or in the coffee bar next to the restaurant.
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Finally, a unique feature on this crossing only.
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Anyone who buys a fashion item from our wonderful range of men's
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and women's clothes in the shopping area has the chance to win a free holiday.
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All you have to do is complete a sentence starting, I like Sealand Ferries because..
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and the best sentence wins the prize of a holiday in switzerland with tickets to a three-day music festival included
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talk to any member of staff for more details
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track 19 unit 3 speaking exercise 2 Well,
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I'm going to talk about a trip I made across Australia.
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The transport I used was a motorbike.
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It wasn't a new bike.
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It was, what's the word, second hand, and I bought it because I wanted to see Australia.
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I didn't want to use public transport because I wanted to be independent.
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I had a month's holiday before I started my course, and I made a trip with a friend, a Chinese girl.
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because I was frightened of travelling alone.
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I met her at a language school where we studied English together.
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We travelled along the south coast and saw some of the desert.
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The good thing about the journey was that we met a lot of other people who were travelling.
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We went to places which are difficult to reach on public transport, and the trip was quite cheap.
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Also, the motorbike had quite a powerful engine, so it was fast and exciting.
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The bad things were the rain and the heat because they made us tired.
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I have great memories of the trip because I felt really free.
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We could go where we liked.
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Also, we met some very friendly people and we saw a lot of interesting places.
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I still have friends who I made during the trip.
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In all, I think it was the best journey I've ever made.
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Thank you.
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Track 20, Unit 3, Pronunciation, Exercise 1 Motorbike
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Track 21, Unit 3, Pronunciation,
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Exercise 2 Transport Studying Independent
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Holiday University Powerful exciting
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expensive memories interesting interesting
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Thank you.

Why practice speaking with this video?

This video provides an excellent opportunity for English learners to immerse themselves in a real-life context where communication occurs aboard a ferry. By practicing speaking alongside this recorded announcement, learners can gain confidence in their ability to navigate travel scenarios. The structured format of the announcement allows for clear articulation of information, making it easier for learners to absorb and replicate. Engaging with such practical dialogues not only improves vocabulary related to travel and leisure but also enhances listening skills, enabling learners to respond more effectively in similar contexts.

Furthermore, by using shadow speech techniques, you can mimic the speaker’s intonation and pacing, which is crucial for mastering English pronunciation. This method will facilitate smoother conversations in real situations, whether you're asking for directions, ordering food, or discussing travel plans. So, grab your shadowing app and start practicing your English speaking skills with this useful video!

Grammar & Expressions in Context

  • Imperative Forms: Throughout the video, the speaker gives various commands, such as "make sure to wear a jacket" or "show your boarding pass." This form is essential for issuing direct instructions, and practicing it will enhance your ability to convey necessities.
  • Future Tense: The speaker mentions, "the ship leaves at 7 pm," which demonstrates the use of the simple future tense. Understanding how to express future events will help learners plan conversations about upcoming activities.
  • Conditional Sentences: Phrases like "if you buy them on the ship, you can get them for 20% off" introduce learners to conditional structures. Mastering these allows for hypothetical discussions and is valuable in everyday conversations.
  • Descriptive Language: The use of adjectives and adverbs, such as "light snack" and "calm atmosphere," enriches vocabulary. Learning to describe experiences vividly enhances both writing and speaking abilities.

Common Pronunciation Traps

When practicing with this video, pay attention to specific words and phrases that may pose pronunciation challenges. For instance, "facility" and "cater" could be mispronounced if not adequately practiced. Focus on the syllable stress in these words to ensure clarity in speech.

Moreover, the accent used by the speaker may present a challenge. To achieve a more natural sound, practice shadowing the speaker closely, mimicking the rhythm and intonation patterns. This will aid in mastering not only the vocabulary related to travel but also in improving overall fluency in English.

Utilizing techniques from a shadowing site can help reinforce these concepts, allowing learners to refine their pronunciation and conversational skills continuously as they work through the content of the video. Whether you use a dedicated shadowing app or simply repeat the phrases aloud, remember to focus on clarity and natural flow in your English speaking practice.

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.