Shadowing Practice: A1 Movers Speaking test – Sole | Cambridge English - Learn English Speaking with Video

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This is Sole.
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Hello, my name's Chris. What's your name?
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My name is Sole.
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How old are you, Sole?
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I'm 11 years old.
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Look at these pictures. They look the same but some things are different.
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Here, there are three trees, but here, there are two trees.
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What other different things can you see?
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In the first picture, these are different.
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Is cloudy but in the second, is sunny. Very good.
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In the first picture is brown but in the second, is green. Good.
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In the first, is standing but it isn't.
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In the first picture there are two ducks but near the car.
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But in the second picture there is two ducks aren't near the car.
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Very good, Sole.
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These pictures show a story. It's called The Clever Dog.
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Look at the pictures first.
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Holly and John are playing table tennis in the garden.
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The baby and the dog are there too.
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Mum's saying, "Please, watch the baby for me." Now, you tell the story.
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While John and Holly are playing the table tennis the baby is going near the tree.
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And the dog look the baby. Okay.
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After, the mum doesn't watch the baby.
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And the dog finds the baby and the family is happy. Very good, Sole.
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Now, look at these four pictures. One is different.
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The book is different. A lemon, a pineapple and an orange are fruit.
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You eat them. You don't eat a book, you read it.
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Now, you tell me about these pictures. Which one is different?
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This, but...
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the third and the first is...
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are cooking.
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Good. This, but the first and the second and the fourth is eating but the third is drinking.
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This, but they are in the supermarket but she is in a bus station.
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Very good, Sole. Now, let's talk about your family.
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How many people are there in your family?
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The people in my family is six.
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Okay. Who's the oldest in your family?
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Is your dad the oldest?
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Yes. What do you like doing with your family?
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I play with card.
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Do you like watching TV?
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Yes, with my sister.
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Tell me about your mother.
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My mother...
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What's your mother's name?
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My mum's name is Susie and she is...
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Is she tall or short? Tall.
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Okay. Thank you, Sole. Goodbye.
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Goodbye.

About This Lesson

In this lesson, learners will focus on practical English speaking skills through engaging dialogue and picture-description exercises. The recorded conversation features Sole, an 11-year-old girl, as she interacts with Chris, answering questions about herself, her family, and comparing images. This lesson emphasizes conversational fluency, descriptive language, and the ability to identify differences in visual contexts. By practicing with this content, you will improve your English speaking practice, grasp basic question-and-answer formats, and enhance your ability to narrate simple stories.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Look at these pictures - A phrase used to direct attention to visual aids.
  • There are - A common phrase for stating the existence of objects or people.
  • Different - Useful for comparing and contrasting items.
  • Tell the story - An invitation to narrate based on given visuals.
  • What do you like doing? - A common question format to learn about hobbies and interests.
  • Who's the oldest? - A phrase for inquiring about the age hierarchy in family or groups.
  • Play with cards - A simple activity description that can relate to shared family time.
  • She is tall - An example of descriptive language about physical traits.

Practice Tips

To maximize your English speaking practice from this video, consider using the shadow speech technique. Watch the video and listen carefully to the speed and intonation of the speakers. Repeat key phrases shortly after hearing them to simulate real-time conversation. This shadowing approach allows you to mimic the natural flow and pronunciation, which is essential for effective communication. You might find it beneficial to use a shadowing app to record your voice as you practice; singing or mimicking in this way can enhance retention and fluency. As you learn English with YouTube, try to pause the video periodically to give yourself time to respond or retell sections of the story in your own words. Engaging in this way will help solidify your understanding of the material while building confidence in your speaking abilities. Remember, practicing with a structured method not only aids in comprehension but also makes the learning process enjoyable and efficient as you develop a stronger command of English.

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.