Pratique du Shadowing: Unit 2 City Transportation - Tactics For Listening Developing - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec YouTube

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Unit 2.
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City Transportation.
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Page 6.
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Track 7.
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Listening 1.
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1. Are all your subways this nice?
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Yeah.
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The city replaced all the subway cars last year.
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Wow.
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2. How much is the fare?
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It's $2.50.
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Just put your money in the box right there.
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Oh.
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Do you have change?
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No, you need the exact change.
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Three.
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Are you free?
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Sure.
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Hop in.
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Where to?
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The Central Hotel.
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Do you know where that is?
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Yeah.
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It's not far from here.
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About a ten-minute ride.
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Okay.
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Four.
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One ticket to Chicago, please.
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Yeah, okay.
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That's $120.
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Does this one have a dining car?
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Yeah, there's a dining car and a snack bar.
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Here's your change.
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Thanks.
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Five.
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What time is the next shuttle flight to Boston?
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It leaves in 30 minutes.
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Is it too late to get a ticket?
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No, you still have plenty of time to make it.
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Great.
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And how long is the flight?
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It's about 45 minutes.
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6. Is that our ferry?
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I think so.
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Wow.
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I didn't think it would be so big.
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Neither did I.
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Page 7.
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Track 8.
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Listening 2.
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1. City cabs.
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Yes, I'd like a taxi to the airport, please.
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I'm at 421 Evergreen Street.
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Certainly.
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For how many passengers?
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Just one.
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About how much will it cost?
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It's $40.
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Your taxi number is 6889.
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6889. Thanks.
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And will the taxi be here soon?
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I'm in a hurry because my flight leaves in two hours.
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It'll be in front of your hotel in five minutes.
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Thanks.
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Two.
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City cabs.
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Could I have a taxi to the National Museum, please?
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Sure.
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How many passengers are there?
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There are three of us.
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Okay.
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And about how much is it to the museum from my hotel,
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the American Inn, on Fourth Street?
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It'll be about twenty dollars.
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That's fine.
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And will it take long to get there?
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I'm in a hurry because the museum closes in two hours.
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No problem.
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We'll have you there by 3.30.
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Great.
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And let me give you your taxi number.
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Three, five, five, six.
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Thanks.
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Three.
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City cabs.
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Yes, I need a taxi to the train station, please.
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I'm at 817 Iowa Avenue.
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For how many passengers?
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Just me.
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Sure.
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And do you want it right now?
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Yes, as soon as you can, please.
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I'm in a hurry.
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I have to catch a train.
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What time is your train?
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It's at 3 o'clock.
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No problem.
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Oh, and how much is it from here by taxi?
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It will be about $15.
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Thanks.
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And your taxi number will be 49178.
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4. City cabs.
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Yes.
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I'd like a cab to the hospital, please.
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Sure.
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Do you have an emergency?
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No, but I need to get there in a hurry.
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My friend has just had a baby.
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I want to take her some flowers.
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It won't take long to get there.
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Is there just one passenger?
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Yes, that's right.
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Oh, and I'm at 121st Avenue.
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Okay, there'll be a taxi at your door in three minutes.
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The taxi number is 5399.
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Thanks.
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And about how much is the fare?
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It'll cost you about $18.
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Thanks.
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One.
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City cabs?
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Yes, I'd like a taxi to the airport, please.
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I'm at 421 Evergreen Street.
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Certainly.
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For how many passengers?
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Just one.
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About how much will it cost?
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It's $40.
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Your taxi number is 6889.
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6889. Thanks.
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And will the taxi be here soon?
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I'm in a hurry because my flight leaves in two hours.
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It'll be in front of your hotel in five minutes.
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Thanks.
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2. City cabs.
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Could I have a taxi to the National Museum, please?
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Sure.
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How many passengers are there?
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There are three of us.
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Okay.
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And about how much is it to the museum from my hotel,
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the American Inn, on 4th Street?
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It'll be about $20.
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That's fine.
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And will it take long to get there?
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I'm in a hurry because the museum closes in two hours.
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No problem.
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We'll have you there by 3.30.
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Great.
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And let me give you your taxi number.
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3556. Thanks.
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Three.
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City cabs.
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Yes, I need a taxi to the train station, please.
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I'm at 817 Iowa Avenue.
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For how many passengers?
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Just me.
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Sure.
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And do you want it right now?
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Yes, as soon as you can, please.
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I'm in a hurry.
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I have to catch a train.
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What time is your train?
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It's at 3 o'clock.
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No problem.
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Oh, and how much is it from here by taxi?
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It will be about $15.
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Thanks.
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And your taxi number will be 49178.
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Four.
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City cabs.
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Yes, I'd like a cab to the hospital, please.
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Sure.
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Do you have an emergency?
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No, but I need to get there in a hurry.
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My friend has just had a baby.
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I want to take her some flowers.
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It won't take long to get there.
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Is there just one passenger?
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Yes, that's right.
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Oh, and I'm at 121st Avenue.
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Okay, there'll be a taxi at your door in three minutes.
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The taxi number is 5399.
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Thanks.
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And about how much is the fare?
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It'll cost you about $18.
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Thanks.
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Page 8.
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Track 9.
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Listening 3.
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1. I hate using taxis here.
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The drivers drive too fast and really dangerously.
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And they're often rude.
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The cars are mostly in pretty poor condition.
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But what I hate the most is that they aren't air-conditioned.
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It's so hot here.
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They really need air-conditioned taxis.
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By the time I arrive somewhere,
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I feel really hot and uncomfortable.
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2. I've taken quite a few taxi rides recently.
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I've never had any big problems using taxis here.
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They're usually clean, and the cars are pretty new.
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The prices are good, too.
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The thing I like most, though, is the drivers.
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They drive very carefully, and I think that's very important.
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3. I find that taxis here are okay.
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They're pretty comfortable.
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Most of the cars they use are new,
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and they keep them pretty clean.
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They're a little expensive, though.
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I paid $75 to come from the airport.
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That's too expensive.
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I guess the thing I hate the most,
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though, is that the drivers don't speak English very well.
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It's very difficult to explain to them where you want to go.
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4. The taxis here are okay, I guess.
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The drivers take credit cards.
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That's the thing I like most about them.
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It's really convenient.
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But the taxis are pretty old,
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so they're not very comfortable.
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Half of them don't have seatbelts or air conditioning.
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1. I hate using taxis here.
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The drivers drive too fast and really dangerously.
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And they're often rude.
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The cars are mostly in pretty poor condition.
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But what I hate the most is that they aren't air-conditioned.
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It's so hot here.
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They really need air-conditioned taxis.
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By the time I arrive somewhere,
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I feel really hot and uncomfortable.
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2. I've taken quite a few taxi rides recently.
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I've never had any big problems using taxis here.
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They're usually clean, and the cars are pretty new.
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The prices are good, too.
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The thing I like most, though, is the drivers.
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They drive very carefully, and I think that's very important.
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3. I find that taxis here are okay.
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They're pretty comfortable.
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Most of the cars they use are new,
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and they keep them pretty clean.
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They're a little expensive, though.
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I paid $75 to come from the airport.
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That's too expensive.
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I guess the thing I hate the most,
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though, is that the drivers don't speak English very well.
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It's very difficult to explain to them where you want to go.
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Four.
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The taxis here are okay, I guess.
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The drivers take credit cards.
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That's the thing I like most about them.
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It's really convenient.
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But the taxis are pretty old,
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so they're not very comfortable.
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Half of them don't have seat belts or air conditioning.
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Page 9.
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Track 10.
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Pronunciation.
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1. When does the train leave?
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2. How far is it?
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3. Where do you get the bus?
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4. How much is the fare?
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5. What time is your train?
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6. How long is the flight?
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Page 9.
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Track 11.
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Dictation.
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Where do you get the bus to school?
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I don't take the bus.
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oh how do you get to school I take the subway
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how often do you take it I take it every day how much does it cost it costs about $50 a month

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Context & Background

In this video segment focused on City Transportation, the dialogues spotlight common situations faced by travelers and commuters. The exchanges revolve around using subways, purchasing tickets, and inquiring about transportation options such as shuttles and ferries. Each scenario provides insights into not just the language used but also the cultural context—like the expectation of having exact change for fares or the amenities provided on trains. As you engage with this content, you'll find practical phrases that can be applied in real-life interactions, enhancing both your listening and speaking skills.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • “How much is the fare?” - A crucial phrase for asking about transportation costs.
  • “Do you have change?” - This will help you navigate situations where exact change is needed.
  • “One ticket to [destination], please.” - A polite way to request a ticket for your journey.
  • “What time is the next [transport type] to [destination]?” - Essential for planning your travel itinerary.
  • “Is that our ferry?” - Useful for confirming your mode of transport.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively learn English with YouTube through the shadowing method highlighted in this video, follow this structured approach:

  1. Watch and Listen: Start by watching the video without subtitles. Focus on the native speakers’ pronunciation and intonation.
  2. Read Along: Watch the video again, this time reading the subtitles. Pay attention to how the phrases are used in context.
  3. Repeat in Real-Time: Utilize a shadowing app to mimic what you hear as closely as possible. Try to match the speed and tone of the speakers.
  4. Record Yourself: After a few practice runs, record your speaking to compare it with the original dialogue. This will help you identify areas for improvement.
  5. Engage in Practice: Use a shadowing site or community feature to practice with others. Engage in conversations using the phrases you've learned, enhancing fluency.

By employing these steps alongside the video, you can develop a stronger command of spoken English, making it easier to navigate real-life scenarios confidently. Remember to incorporate phrases such as “How much is the fare?” and “What time is the next shuttle?” into your practice sessions to boost your practical communication skills in various situations.

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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