Shadowing Practice: A2 KEY 1 - Listening Part 1 - Test 1 (Transcript + Key) - Learn English Speaking with Video
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A2, key 1.
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Tests 1 to 4.
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Published by Cambridge University Press, And Uckles, 2019.
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This recording is copyright.
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CD 1.
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Test 1.
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There are five parts to the test.
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You will hear each piece twice.
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We will now stop for a moment before we start the test.
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Please ask any questions now because you must not speak during the test.
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Now look at the instructions for part one.
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For each question, Choose the correct answer.
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One.
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How did the woman travel to work this morning?
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Hi, you're late for work today.
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Yes, I couldn't use my car.
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It's at the garage.
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So did you get the train?
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Well, I was on my way to the station, but got on the wrong bus.
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It took me to the university instead.
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I was looking at my phone and didn't notice...
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Then I had to get another one to get here.
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Now listen again.
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Hi, you're late for work today.
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Yes, I couldn't use my car.
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It's at the garage.
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So did you get the train?
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Well, I was on my way to the station, but got on the wrong bus.
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It took me to the university instead.
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I was looking at my phone and didn't notice.
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Then I had to get another one to get here.
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2. What will the man eat first at the restaurant?
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The menu looks really good.
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What are you going to have?
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Well...
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I want roast chicken for the main course.
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but I'll have the mushroom soup for my first course.
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I'll have the chicken too. But...
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I'll have salad to start.
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I had that last time.
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But I'm really hungry today.
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Right, so we're ready to order.
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Now listen again.
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The menu looks really good.
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What are you going to have?
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Well...
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I want roast chicken for the main course.
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But I'll have the mushroom soup for my first course.
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I'll have the chicken too. But...
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I'll have salad to start.
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I had that last time.
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But I'm really hungry today.
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Right, so we're ready to order.
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3. Which was the view from the woman's hotel room?
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Good holiday?
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Fantastic, thanks.
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The hotel was by the beach.
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It had a beautiful garden.
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Here's a photo.
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Amazing view!
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I'd love to wake up in a hotel room and see that beach.
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Well, my room was on the other side of the hotel, opposite the pool.
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I walked along the beach every day and around the garden too.
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Now listen again.
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Good holiday?
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Fantastic, thanks.
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The hotel was by the beach.
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It had a beautiful garden.
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Here's a photo.
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Amazing view!
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I'd love to wake up in a hotel room and see that beach.
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Well, my room was on the other side of the hotel, opposite the pool.
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I walked along the beach every day and around the garden too.
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Four.
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Why will the man miss the concert tonight?
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Are you ready to leave soon?
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The concert starts at seven.
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Oh no. "You look really pale." Have you got a bad headache?
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There's something wrong with my tooth.
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It really hurts.
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"What about taking some medicine for the pain?" No thanks.
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That'll give me a stomach ache.
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"Okay, well, let me try and get a doctor's appointment for you." Now listen again.
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Are you ready to leave soon?
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The concert starts at seven.
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Oh no!
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"You look really pale." "Have you got a bad headache?" "There's something wrong with my tooth." It really hurts.
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"What about taking some medicine for the pain?" No thanks.
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That'll give me a stomach ache.
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"Okay, well, let me try and get a doctor's appointment for you." 5.
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What will the woman wear for the party?
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I'm trying to decide what to wear for the party.
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What do you think of this jumper?
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It looks great, but...
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Won't you be too warm?
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What about your favourite dress?
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I'm not sure.
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Everyone else will probably be in jeans and t -shirts.
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You don't have to wear what everyone else wears.
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Yes, you're right.
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I'll take your advice.
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Now listen again.
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I'm trying to decide what to wear for the party.
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What do you think of this jumper?
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It looks great, but...
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Won't you be too warm?
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What about your favourite dress?
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I'm not sure.
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Everyone else will probably be in jeans and t -shirts.
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You don't have to wear what everyone else wears.
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Yes, you're right.
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I'll take your advice.
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That is the end of part one.
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About This Lesson
In this lesson, you will practice your English listening and speaking skills through a dialogue that mimics real-life situations. By listening to a conversation about daily activities and meal choices, you will gain insights into casual English interactions. This transcript features everyday vocabulary and phrases, making it an excellent resource for learners aiming to enhance their understanding of spoken English. You will also have the chance to practice your pronunciation and rhythm through shadow speech techniques, which allow you to repeat what you hear in real-time.
Key Vocabulary & Phrases
- Travel - to move from one place to another, often by vehicle.
- Garage - a building where vehicles are parked or repaired.
- Bus - a large vehicle that carries passengers, often on a scheduled route.
- Menu - a list of food items available at a restaurant.
- Main course - the primary dish in a meal.
- First course - an appetizer or starter dish before the main meal.
- Order - to request a meal in a restaurant.
- Hungry - a feeling of needing food.
Practice Tips
To maximize your English speaking practice, try using shadow speech while listening to the transcript. Since the dialogue is relatively simple, it serves as a perfect listening tool for beginners. Follow these tips to improve your skills:
- Listen Twice: The audio will play each piece twice. Use the first listen to understand the content, and during the second listening, attempt to repeat what you hear. This will help you internalize the pronunciation and intonation.
- Focus on Rhythm: Pay attention to the speed and flow of the conversation. Matching this tempo will enhance your natural speech patterns, making your English sound more fluent.
- Record Yourself: After shadowing the dialogue, record your voice and compare it with the original audio. This will help you identify areas for improvement.
- Practice Daily: Incorporate short sessions of listening and shadowing into your daily routine. Consistent practice will lead to significant progress in your English speaking ability over time.
- Engage with Context: Try to relate the scenarios in the transcript to your personal experiences. This connection will make the vocabulary more memorable as you use it in your conversations about travel and dining.
By practicing with this lesson, you will enhance your ability to learn English with YouTube and boost your confidence in everyday situations. Happy learning!
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
|---|---|
| Past continuous was/were + -ing — an action in progress at a moment in the past | was looking |
| Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or prediction | will hear · will now stop · will the |
| Obligation: must / have to / need to saying that something is necessary | must not speak · had to get · have to wear |
| Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — something happening right now or around now | I'm trying |
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.