Pratique du Shadowing: Pinder’s Animal Park: Đề thi IELTS LISTENING (actual test) kèm đáp án và location - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo
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You will hear a woman calling an animal park to inquire about a job.
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First, you have some time to look at questions 1 to 5.
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You will see that there is an example which 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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Pender's Animal Park, hello?
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Oh, hello.
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I'm ringing to ask whether you have any jobs available.
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Ah.
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What sort of work are you looking for?
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Is that permanent or part-time or...?
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Actually, I'm just looking for temporary work.
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I'm a student.
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Oh, right.
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I'll just get a form and ask you a few questions.
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The woman says that she wants temporary work, so temporary 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 5.
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Pinders Animal Park, hello.
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Oh, hello.
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I'm ringing to ask whether you have any jobs available.
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Ah, what sort of work are you looking for?
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Is that permanent or part-time or...?
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Actually, I'm just looking for temporary work.
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I'm a student.
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Oh, right.
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I'll just get a form and ask you a few questions.
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Then I'll pass your application on to our recruitment section.
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Is that OK?
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Fine, thank you.
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So, starting with your name.
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It's Jane Lamerton.
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Is that L-A-M-M-E-R-T-O-N?
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There's only one M in it.
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Oh, right.
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And your address?
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It's 42 West Lane.
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Right.
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And is that in Exeter?
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Yes.
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OK.
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And can you give me your mobile phone number?
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07792 430 921.
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Right.
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Now, the next thing is, when are you available to start work?
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I finish college on the 8th of June.
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That's in three weeks' time.
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but I can't start work till the 11th because I've got a hospital appointment on the 10th of June.
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No problem.
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Now, I need to ask you a few questions about the type of job that might be suitable.
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Do you have any particular kind of work in mind?
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It doesn't necessarily mean that you will get work in the field that you want, but I can record your preferences.
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Well, I'd do anything, and I have worked as an assistant animal keeper before, when I was still at school,
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but I'm studying at a catering college now, and I'd really like to get some experience as an assistant cook, if possible.
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Right.
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So that's your first choice.
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Have you done that kind of job before?
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No, but I've helped my aunt sometimes.
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She runs a cafe in Exeter.
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Hmm.
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Would you say you've got any relevant skills, then?
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Well, I'm used to using the kind of equipment you usually find in a kitchen.
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Before you hear the rest of the conversation, you have some time to look at questions 6 to 10.
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Now listen and answer questions 6 to 10.
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Okay, and I know you're still studying, but do you already have any qualifications related to that kind of work?
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A hygiene qualification, for example?
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I haven't, no, but I've got a certificate in food handling.
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I did it before I decided to become a full-time student.
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Fine, okay.
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That means you wouldn't need any specific training if you did get the kind of work you wanted.
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but you'd have to do a short course on first aid.
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All our new employees do that.
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It just takes half a day, and most people find it generally useful.
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Oh, yes, I'm sure it is.
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Well, that's about it, really.
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Oh, just one last thing.
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Can you give me the name of someone who would give you a reference, like a previous employer, or...?
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Oh, yes.
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You can put Dr Ruth Price.
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Okay.
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Is that one of your college lecturers?
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She's my college tutor.
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She's known me for over two years, and I'm sure she wouldn't mind.
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In fact, she's given me a reference before.
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Fine.
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We'd probably contact her by phone.
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Do you happen to know her number?
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I've got it on my phone, yes.
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It's 0208 685 1114.
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That's a landline.
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Good.
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Well, as I say, I can't promise anything, but I'll pass your application on, and you should hear in a few days.
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Is there anything else?
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Just one thing.
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I suffer from a particular type of colour blindness, and sometimes employers have to make special arrangements for that.
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Okay, I'll make a note of that.
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It won't be a...
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...that you've made us aware of it.
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You can provide us with more details if you're offered a job.
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Okay.
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Thanks very much.
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Bye.
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Bye.
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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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Thank you.
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Thank you.
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Thank you.
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Thank you.
About This Lesson
In this lesson, you will engage in English speaking practice by listening to a real telephone conversation about a job inquiry at Pinder’s Animal Park. Through the transcript, you will focus on understanding key phrases and responding to specific questions related to job applications. This exercise is designed to enhance your comprehension skills and help you become more familiar with conversational English, particularly in the context of employment discussions.
Key Vocabulary & Phrases
- Temporary work - a job that lasts for a limited period
- Application - a formal request for a job
- Recruitment section - the department that handles hiring
- Exeter - a city in the UK, which you may use as a reference for geography
- Mobile phone number - a personal phone number used for communication
- Availability - the times when someone is free to work
Practice Tips
To effectively use the shadowing technique while practicing with this transcript, follow these steps:
- Listen actively: Play the recording at a slower speed initially, if possible, to allow yourself to catch each word and phrase. This will help with improving your English pronunciation.
- Repeat immediately: After listening to each line, pause the audio and try to repeat what you heard. This method, often referred to as shadowspeak, will help reinforce your learning.
- Focus on tone and rhythm: Pay attention to the woman's tone and the way she emphasizes different parts of her speech. Try to mirror her intonation and pacing to enhance your fluency.
- Practice in context: After listening to the job inquiry, practice making your own phone call. Pretend to be the applicant and ask about job opportunities at Pinder’s Animal Park, using the vocabulary you've learned.
- Record yourself: Use a recording device to capture your voice as you shadow. Listening to your own pronunciation will give you insights into areas for improvement.
By integrating these practice tips into your study routine, you’ll not only enhance your understanding of the material but also gain confidence in your spoken English. Engaging with real-life conversations in this way will solidify your skills, making you more prepared for similar situations in the future.
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.