Shadowing Practice: ACADEMY STARS 2 READING TIME 4 FINAL EDIT :THE PRINCE WASN'T HUNGRY - HOÀNG TỬ KHÔNG BIẾT ĐÓI - Learn English Speaking with Video

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The Prince Who Wasn't Hungry Once there was a sad prince.
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He was in the castle kitchen with the cook and the queen.
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Could the prince have some food, please? Of course.
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Would you like a burger or some chicken?
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No, thank you.
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Would you like a pear or some grapes?
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No, thank you.
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I'm not hungry today.
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The king and queen were in the living room.
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I'm worried.
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The prince doesn't want to eat.
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What about having a food contest?
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Brilliant.
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People can make different foods.
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The prince can choose what he likes.
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Lots of people were in the big hall for the food contest.
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Would you like a burger with peppers?
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No, thank you.
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Would you like an ice cream sundae?
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No thank you.
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Would you like a coconut cake?
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No thank you.
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I'm not hungry today.
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Oh, look at that little boy.
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Who are you, little boy?
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Hello.
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I'd like to help the prince.
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Would you like to play, prince?
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Okay.
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The prince and the little boy were in the garden.
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I'm having fun!
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Me too!
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Let's play another game!
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The prince was in the dining room with the king and queen.
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I'm very hungry.
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Hooray!
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Would you like some chicken and potatoes?
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Yes, please.
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I'd like some peas too.
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Would you like some grapes?
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Yes, please.
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And I'd like some cakes.
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Can my new friend have some food too? Of course!
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Come in!
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Thank you!
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The prince is happy now!
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About This Lesson

This lesson presents a delightful story titled "The Prince Who Wasn't Hungry," which helps learners engage with everyday English conversation in a fun and interactive way. Throughout the lesson, you will practice your English speaking practice abilities by focusing on listening and repeating dialogues that showcase polite requests, expressions of preference, and feelings. The content is designed to enhance your speaking fluency and confidence, especially if you are preparing for exams like IELTS speaking practice. By following along, you'll become familiar with common phrases and vocabulary that can be used in similar real-life contexts.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Hungry: A feeling of needing food.
  • Would you like: A polite way to offer something.
  • Contest: A competition to showcase different skills or dishes.
  • Can I have: A polite way to request something.
  • Happy: A feeling of joy or contentment.
  • Come in: A phrase to invite someone inside.
  • Having fun: Enjoying an activity.

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning from this story and improve your speaking skills, consider using the shadowing technique. First, watch the video and listen closely to the dialogues, paying attention to the intonation and rhythm. Then, repeat the sentences aloud, mimicking the speaker's tone and pace. This method helps internalize pronunciation and natural speech patterns, which are crucial for effective communication.

In this video, the dialogue is spoken clearly, making it an excellent opportunity for shadow speech practice. Start by focusing on short phrases and gradually build up to longer sentences. Try to practice in front of a mirror to observe your facial expressions and pronunciation. Remember, repetition is key! The more you practice, the more confident you'll become in your English conversation skills.

Integrating this shadowspeaks method into your learning routine will not only enhance your ability to speak spontaneously but also prepare you for any casual or formal conversations in 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.