Shadowing Practice: A1 Movers 2 - Speaking - Test 1 (Langplus Centre) - Learn English Speaking with Video

Les maken...
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Hello, and welcome to Ms. Phuun,
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speaking test, movers 2, test 1.
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Hello, my name is Phuun.
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Hello.
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How old are you?
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I'm 10 years old.
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Part 1.
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Find the differences.
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Look at these pictures.
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They look the same, but some things are different.
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Here there are two cows but here there are three cows.
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What other different things can you see?
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Yellow bus.
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Red bus.
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Man standing under the tree Man
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sitting under the tree Book Scarf Book.
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Scarf.
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Cloudy day.
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Sunny day.
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Part 2.
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Picture Story These pictures show a story.
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It's called Claire's birthday.
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Look at the pictures first.
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It's Claire's birthday today.
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She's coming home from school.
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She's thinking about all her presents.
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Now you tell the story,
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pointing at the other pictures.
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Claire's at home now.
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There aren't any presents.
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She's sad.
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All Claire's friends are in the living room.
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Claire's very surprised.
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Claire's with her friends.
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She's got lots of presents.
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She's very happy.
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Part 3.
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Odd One Out Now look these four pictures.
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One is different.
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The book is different.
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A lemon, a pineapple and an orange are fruit.
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You eat them.
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You don't eat a book.
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You read it.
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Now you tell me about these pictures.
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Which one is different? Which one is different? Which one is different? Which one is different?
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Bye.
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Part 4 Now let's talk about your hobbies and sports.
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When do you play computer game?
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After school.
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I play computer game after school.
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What do you like reading?
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Comics.
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I like reading comic books.
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Where do you watch television?
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Living room.
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I watch television in the living room.
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Tell me about your favorite sport.
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I like football.
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I play with my friends.
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OK.
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Thank you.
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Goodbye.
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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice speaking English through various engaging activities, ideal for A1 Movers level learners. By watching the video "A1 Movers 2 - Speaking - Test 1," you will improve your ability to describe differences in pictures, narrate short stories, identify odd items in a set, and discuss your hobbies and favorite sports. Each part of the test encourages you to actively participate in speaking, which is essential for building confidence in English communication.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Present - A gift typically given on special occasions.
  • Different - Not the same; having distinct characteristics.
  • Hobbies - Activities that one enjoys doing in their free time.
  • Cloudy - A description of the weather when there are many clouds.
  • Sunny - Clear weather with a lot of sunlight.
  • Sad - Feeling unhappy or sorrowful.
  • Surprised - Feeling an emotion of shock or wonder.
  • Game - A structured form of play or competitive activity.

Practice Tips

To maximize your speaking practice, consider using the shadowing technique, which involves mimicking the speech you hear in the video. Since the speaker in this lesson uses clear and simple language, it is an excellent opportunity to learn English with YouTube. Start by listening to small segments of the video and repeat immediately after the speaker, adjusting your pace to match theirs.

While practicing, pay attention to the intonation and rhythm of the sentences. Feel free to pause and rewind if necessary. This is crucial for fostering your ability to shadow speech effectively. As you become more comfortable, try to summarize the scenarios or describe the pictures without looking, enhancing your recall and speaking fluency.

By incorporating these techniques, you'll not only become familiar with the vocabulary but also improve your overall speaking skills. Remember, consistent practice using shadowspeaks can significantly boost your confidence in English conversations. Engage actively with the content, and don't hesitate to express your thoughts on your favorite hobbies and games!

Wat is de Shadowing-techniek?

Shadowing is een wetenschappelijk onderbouwde taalleermethode die oorspronkelijk is ontwikkeld voor professionele tolkentraining en gepopulariseerd door polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. De methode is eenvoudig maar krachtig: je luistert naar native Engelse audio en herhaalt het onmiddellijk hardop — als een schaduw die de spreker volgt met slechts 1–2 seconden vertraging. In tegenstelling tot passief luisteren of grammaticadrills, dwingt shadowing je hersenen en mondspieren om echte spraakpatronen tegelijkertijd te verwerken en te reproduceren. Onderzoek toont aan dat het de uitspraaknauwkeurigheid, intonatie, ritme, verbonden spraak, luisterbegrip en spreekvaardigheid aanzienlijk verbetert — waardoor het een van de meest effectieve methoden is voor IELTS Speaking-voorbereiding en echte Engelse communicatie.