Shadowing Practice: A2 Flyers Speaking Test – Michaela | Cambridge English - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Hello, this is Micaela.
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Hello, this is Micaela.
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Hello, my name is Chris.
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What's your name?
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My name is Micaela.
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What's your surname?
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Is Negruza.
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How old are you, Micaela?
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I'm twelve.
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Good.
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Now, here are two pictures.
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My picture is nearly the same as yours,
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but some things are different.
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For example, in my picture there are two trees,
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but in your picture there are three.
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Ok?
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I'm going to say something about my picture.
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You tell me how your picture is different.
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In my picture it's night.
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In my picture it's day.
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Good.
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In my picture the man's got a newspaper in his pocket.
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In my picture the man's got a brush in his pocket.
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Good.
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In my picture the boy is standing up.
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In my picture the boy is sitting down.
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In my picture the boy is wearing purple gloves.
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In my picture the boy is wearing orange one.
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In my picture there is a house behind the trees.
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In my picture there isn't a house behind the trees.
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In my picture there is an umbrella inside the tent.
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In my picture there isn't an umbrella inside the tent.
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Good.
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Harry and Katie go to the same school.
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I don't know anything about Harry's favourite teacher, but you do.
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So I'm going to ask you some questions.
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What's Harry's favourite teacher called?
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She is called Mrs. Lake.
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Is she young or old, Michaela?
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She is old.
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Why does Harry like her?
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Because she is kind.
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Has she got a car?
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Yes, she has got a new white car.
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What does she teach, Harry?
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She teaches science.
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Very good.
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Now, you don't know anything about Katie's favorite teacher,
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so you ask me some questions.
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What's Katie's favorite teacher name?
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Mrs. Pepper.
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What does she teach?
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Maths.
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Is she young or old?
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She's young.
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Why does she like her?
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Because she's clever.
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Has she got a car?
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No, she's got an old blue bicycle.
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These pictures tell a story.
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It's called David and his sisters help an old woman.
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Just look at the pictures first.
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David and his sisters are playing in the snow with their sledges.
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It's lunchtime and they are hungry.
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Now you tell the story.
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They saw a woman who fell on the ice and they went to help her.
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Where's the old woman sitting?
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She's sitting on a...
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On a sledge?
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On a sledge.
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And then they came home and the woman prepared them a lunch.
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How are they feeling?
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They are happy.
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Good.
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Now let's talk about your town, Michaela.
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Where do you live?
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I live in Rovigo.
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How do you go to school?
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I go to school by bike.
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Where can you do sports in Rovigo?
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I can do sports in Rovigo in match places.
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Can you play tennis in the park?
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Probably.
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Good.
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Which places do you like going to in Rovigo?
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I like going to the parks and to museums.
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Tell me about your favourite shop.
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My favourite shop in Rovigo is Tally Whale.
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It's in a big commercial centre.
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Is it a clothes shop?
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Yes, it is.
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Is it a big shop?
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No, it isn't very big.
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When do you go there?
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I go there every Sunday.
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Okay, thank you, Michela.
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Goodbye.
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Goodbye.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice speaking English at an A2 level, focusing on the Cambridge English speaking test format. You will engage in comparative conversations, describe differences between pictures, and answer questions about your experiences. By interacting like Michaela and Chris, you will develop your conversational skills, learn how to ask and answer questions, and enhance your ability to describe scenes and characters effectively. This practice is essential for building confidence in spoken English and navigating typical speaking test scenarios.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Surname - the last name of a person.
  • Different - not the same as something or someone else.
  • Teacher - a person who educates students.
  • Favourite - preferred above all others.
  • Standing up - to be in an upright position.
  • Helping - assisting someone in need.
  • Old woman - a term to describe an elderly female.
  • Lunch - a meal typically eaten in the afternoon.

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning from this lesson, try to utilize the shadowing technique. This approach involves listening to the dialogue (like the conversation between Michaela and Chris) and trying to repeat it in real-time. Use a shadowing app to assist you in tracking your progress. Focus on mimicking not just the words but also the tone and speed of the speakers. Notice how Michaela speaks clearly yet naturally; aim to replicate her pacing. This can help you sound more fluent and less hesitant in your spoken English.

When practicing, remember to pay attention to the differences being described in the conversation. For example, when discussing pictures, practice describing what you see and how it contrasts with what your partner describes. This will challenge your vocabulary and your ability to form complete sentences simultaneously.

You can also try the shadowspeaks method, where you first listen and then repeat key phrases or sentences from the transcript. This not only reinforces your memory but also improves your pronunciation. Shadow speak along with the video at your own pace, then gradually increase the speed as you get more comfortable.

By engaging deeply with the material and applying these techniques, you'll be well on your way to improving your English speaking skills effectively and confidently.

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.

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