Pratique du Shadowing: unknown - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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Listening Test In the listening test, you will be asked to demonstrate how well you understand spoken English.
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The entire listening test will last approximately 45 minutes.
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There are four parts, and directions are given for each part.
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You must mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.
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Do not write your answers in your test book.
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Part 1.
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Directions For each question in this part, you will hear four statements about a picture in your test book.
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When you hear the statements, you must select the one statement that best describes what you see in the picture.
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Then, find the number of the question on your answer sheet and mark your answer.
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The statements will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time.
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Look at the example item below.
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Now, listen to the four statements.
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A. They're moving some furniture.
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B. They're entering a meeting room.
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C. They're sitting at a table.
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D. They're cleaning the carpet.
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Statement C, they're sitting at a table, is the best description of the picture,
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so you should select answer C and mark it on your answer sheet.
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Now, part one will begin.
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Number one.
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Look at the picture marked number one in your test book.
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A. She's closing a door.
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B. She's washing some plates.
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C. She's preparing some food D.
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She's sweeping a floor Number 2 Look at the picture marked number 2 in your test book A.
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They're taking off their jackets B.
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They're walking outside C.
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They're going into a building D.
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They're packing some luggage.
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Go on to the next page.
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Number 3.
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Look at the picture marked number 3 in your test book.
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A. They're shaking hands across a counter.
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B. They're putting stamps on envelopes.
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C. A man is organizing documents in a folder D.
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A woman is writing on a piece of paper
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Number 4 Look at the picture marked number 4 in your test book A.
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Some ladders have been set up in a workspace B.
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Some chairs have been lined up against a wall C.
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Some plants have been placed on the ground.
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D. Some cabinet drawers have been left open.
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Number 5.
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Look at the picture marked number 5 in your test book.
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A. A man is loading some bricks onto a cart.
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B. A man is cutting the grass alongside a road.
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C. A man is driving a truck into a parking garage D.
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A man is using a shovel to move some dirt
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Number 6 Look at the picture marked number 6 in your test book A.
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A bridge crosses over a waterway B.
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A dock is crowded with tourists C.
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Some boats are sailing in the ocean.
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D. Some ropes are piled on top of a box.
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Go on to the next page.
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Part 2.
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Directions You will hear a question or statement and three responses spoken in English.
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They will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time.
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Select the best response to the question or statement and mark the letter A, B, or C on your answer sheet.
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Now, let us begin with question number seven.
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Number seven.
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Will you be paying with cash?
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A. It is recyclable.
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B. They paid attention.
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C. No, with a credit card.
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Number 8.
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Why didn't Karen apply for the position?
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A. She isn't qualified.
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B. In the supply drawer.
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C. Sometime last week.
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number nine is the health care lecture today
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or tomorrow a on the corner of fifth
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and state streets b i'll finish it by the end of the day c it's today in 15 minutes
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Number 10 Which Trang Con needs to be inspected?
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A. Tickets are $20 B.
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The one right behind the engine C.
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I don't think so Number 11 Have you found a good doctor yet?
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A. Here, take my pencil.
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B. That's what I think, too.
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C. Yes, I saw her last week.
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Number 12.
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When are we leaving for the airport?
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A. I believe so.
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B. As soon as the bus arrives.
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C. I did read the report.
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Number 13 Who's taking the shipment up to the tenants in 3D?
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A. It starts at 3 .30 B.
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Sure, that's fine with me C.
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I'll ask Daniel to do it Number 14 How can we advertise to different age groups?
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A. Yes, they are.
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B. By using social media.
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C. No, you have to drive there.
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Number 15.
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I want to send this package to Texas.
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A. When does it have to arrive?
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B. Here's the lunch menu.
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C. At the beginning.
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Number 16 Where did you put the instruction manual?
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A. During our annual fundraiser.
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B. I left it on your desk.
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C. He didn't introduce me.
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Number 17 I hope Mr. Joe likes our updates to the office design.
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A. A new receptionist.
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B. How many signs?
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C. He already approved them.
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Number 18.
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When are we going to hear from the architect?
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A. That sounds great.
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B. Probably this afternoon.
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C. An office building on Vine Street.
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Number 19 Could you remind me to call the cleaning service tomorrow?
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A. Next to the front office B.
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Sorry, I'll be on vacation C.
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A broken window Number 20 Who received the promotion to department director?
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A. It hasn't been announced.
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B. Right, a large account.
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C. Okay, I'll think about it.
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Number 21.
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Are there enough presentation packets, or should I get some more?
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A. We need five more.
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B. I think that's your jacket.
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c 20 off
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number 22 how do i volunteer to help with the company picnic a i'd like a lemonade please
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b they played a great game c Megumi is organising that.
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Helen's training the new interns, isn't she?
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No, she works at the branch office now.
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We can take the later train.
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Number 24 Is the maintenance staff going to polish the floors next week?
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A. They do it once a month.
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B. I decided not to go after all.
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C. No, it's not on Main Street.
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Number 25 Where should I park the delivery truck?
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A. Do you know where the loading dock is?
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B. I'd love to go to the park.
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C. Yes, we do deliver on Sundays.
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Number 26.
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Would you like me to call you a taxi?
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A. About 7 kilometers.
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B. My car's right around the corner.
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C. Thank you for your visit.
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Number 27.
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Didn't Insook leave the store at 5 yesterday?
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A. In the storage room.
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B. I need to go shopping today.
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C. No, she stayed late to help a customer.
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number 28 you've placed your food order already haven't you a
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table for 10 please B I'm still waiting for a menu C the office supplies haven't arrived
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number 29 what section of the speech do you want to start working on A.
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The awards ceremony isn't until the 8th.
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B. She's changing jobs.
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C. This microphone doesn't work.
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Number 30.
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Should we use the extra money on computers or on chairs?
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A. Please, have a seat over there.
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B. On the lower right corner of the screen.
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C. We've had the same computers for five years Number 31 Miss Sato can't go to the board meeting today A.
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Oh, then I'll take the notes B.
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Actually, I'm a vegetarian C.
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Conference room B C.
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Conference room B

Master English Listening & Speaking with Real Test Scenarios

Imagine you’re prepping for an important English exam or aiming to boost your everyday communication skills. The video you’re working with mirrors real-life listening tests—like those in IELTS or other proficiency exams—where you need to quickly understand spoken descriptions and match them to visuals. This isn’t just about listening; it’s a chance to train your brain to think in English and respond faster, a key step for confident speaking.

Useful Chunks & Collocations to Boost Your Skills

Here are 5 high-frequency word groups from the scenario that’ll level up your speaking and listening:

  • "Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet" – A common test instruction you’ll hear in exams like IELTS.
  • "Best describes what you see" – Perfect for discussing visuals or explaining observations.
  • "Lined up against a wall" – A vivid way to describe object placement (great for IELTS speaking part 2).
  • "Using a shovel to move some dirt" – Action-focused collocation for talking about tasks or activities.
  • "Shaking hands across a counter" – A social interaction phrase that adds detail to stories.

Your Shadowing Challenge: Speak Like a Native, Fast!

Ready to turn listening into speaking practice? Try the shadowing technique—a proven method to improve fluency and pronunciation. Here’s how: Play the video’s statement for question 1, pause, then immediately repeat it aloud, mimicking the tone, speed, and stress. Do this for 5 questions. Focus on matching the speaker’s rhythm—this trains your mouth to move like a native and helps you think in English, not translate. For extra IELTS speaking practice, after shadowing, describe the picture in your own words using the collocations above. Shadow speak daily, and you’ll notice faster comprehension and smoother speech in weeks. You’ve got this!

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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