Pratique du Shadowing: Phát âm chuẩn - Anh ngữ đặc biệt: Boko Haram Disrupts Businesses (VOA) - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec YouTube

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From VOA Learning English, this is the Economics Report.
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From VOA Learning English, this is the Economics Report.
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Attacks from Boko Haram militants are hurting the economies of Chad and northern Cameroon.
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The militants often attack trucks bringing goods to the Central African nations.
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Some of the goods come from Borno State in nearby Nigeria.
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Borno State is currently under the control of the Islamist militants.
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Nafisa Aja works at one of the most popular stores in Injamina,
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the capital of Chad.
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She says the store has not received supplies from Borno State for several months.
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Business is slow because of the attacks on the trucks that transport supplies.
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Tuck Bahamun is a truck driver.
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He says he no longer goes to Nigeria for supplies because Boko Haram targets trucks and kills drivers.
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Abdul Said works as a customs official in Chad.
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He says Boko Haram recently attacked trucks in Gambaro,
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a Nigerian town on the border with Cameroon.
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He says Boko Haram fighters have attacked and seized many vehicles in recent weeks.
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Abba Kabir is a member of Cameroon's National Assembly.
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He says the economies of northern Cameroon and Chad are suffering because the militants control the roads in Nigeria.
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Simple goods and manufactured products like telephones and farming tools enter Chad on these roads.
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He says if Boko Haram continues to control the border roads,
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economic activity will continue to be weak in Chad,
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northern Cameroon, and parts of northeastern Nigeria.
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He says he and others are calling on the military to stop the militants and their attacks.
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For VOA Learning English, I'm Anne Ball.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice English listening and speaking skills through a discussion on the impact of Boko Haram’s activities on the economies of Chad and northern Cameroon. The video presents real-life scenarios involving business logistics, community experiences, and economic challenges due to insecurity. By engaging with this content, you will improve your comprehension of complex economic issues while enhancing your ability to discuss them in English. This lesson is particularly useful for IELTS speaking practice, as it encourages learners to articulate thoughts on current events in a clear and structured manner.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Boko Haram - A militant Islamist group active in Nigeria and neighboring countries.
  • militants - Individuals engaged in an active campaign of warfare or political violence.
  • disrupt - To interrupt or interfere with the normal functioning of something.
  • supply chain - The sequence of processes involved in the production and distribution of goods.
  • customs official - A government employee responsible for regulating international trade and travel.
  • economic activity - The production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
  • target - To aim an action at a specific subject, such as trucks in this context.

Practice Tips

To get the most out of this lesson, consider using a shadowing app to practice along with the video transcript. Shadowing is an effective technique where you mimic what you hear in real time. Start by listening to the video at a slower speed, paying attention to pronunciation and intonation. As you become more comfortable, gradually increase the speed to match the original pace of the video. This approach will help improve your fluidity and comfort with natural English speaking patterns. Aim to repeat phrases several times before moving on to ensure retention. Engaging in English speaking practice in this manner not only bolsters your language skills but also prepares you for challenging speaking tests such as the IELTS.

Additionally, while shadowing, focus on emotive expressions used in the video. For instance, try to convey the urgency and seriousness of the economic disruptions discussed. Practicing these elements will enhance your overall communication abilities, making you a more effective speaker in real-world contexts. Take notes on vocabulary and phrases you find challenging, and revisit them regularly to solidify your understanding as you learn English with YouTube.

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.

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