Shadowing Practice: B1 Trainer Test 3 Part 4 Transcript - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Jasmine, you recently went on a flying experience day and actually flew a plane with the help of a qualified instructor.
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What made you decide to do this?
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A friend of mine tried it a while ago.
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Even though she wasn't especially positive about it, as she'd been quite frightened, she told me she'd noticed her house while she was up there.
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That made me want to look for mine too, and also enjoy a different view of the local countryside.
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It wasn't like I wanted to fly planes professionally or anything.
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How did you feel at the beginning of the day?
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When I saw the aeroplane we'd be using, I couldn't believe that something that size could actually take off with two people in it.
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The organisation of everything was so efficient, though, that I'd soon forgotten about any doubts I'd had.
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I'd watched some online videos and flying looked quite easy, so I was confident I could do that well.
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What training did you do before you got in the plane?
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We had a session on safety, which needed to be a bit shorter in my opinion, and one on what the different controls do, which I enjoyed.
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While what we were told was all essential, I don't think the people running the sessions were actually trained teachers, so they didn't really communicate the information very clearly.
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And how was your flying instructor?
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She was brilliant.
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I'd always imagined that flying instructors would be really cool and quiet people.
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Jana was like that before we took off, but quite different in the air.
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She never stopped chatting and making me laugh by saying funny things.
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She said afterwards she does it to help people to relax.
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And what about the flight?
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It was amazing.
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One of the most exciting things I've ever done, although I was kind of expecting that.
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When we landed, it felt like we'd been up there for hours, although it was only about 30 minutes in reality.
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In some of the reviews on the website, people said they were exhausted afterwards, but I was just the opposite.
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So has this made you want to try other experience days?
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Definitely, yes.
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I had a look at the company's brochure and there were loads I'd like to try.
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I've never been horse riding, so that's something I wouldn't mind doing.
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First on my list, though, would have to be driving a sports car, and after that would come deep sea fishing.
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Thanks, Jasmine.

About This Lesson

In this lesson, learners will have the opportunity to practice their English speaking skills through a transcript of an engaging conversation about a flying experience day. By listening to real-life discussions, students will enhance their understanding of conversational English while focusing on vocabulary related to experiences and emotions. This practice is valuable for learners who want to improve their fluency through effective shadowing techniques. Engaging with the content will help build confidence in speaking while also encouraging the exploration of different activities that foster immersive learning experiences.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Flying experience day: A special event where individuals can fly an aircraft under the guidance of an instructor.
  • Qualified instructor: A certified teacher or guide with the necessary skills and training.
  • Local countryside: The natural terrain and landscapes surrounding one's home area.
  • Safety session: A briefing focused on ensuring the well-being of participants during activities.
  • Communicate: To convey information or share thoughts effectively.
  • Exciting: Causing great enthusiasm or eagerness.
  • Experience days: Events that allow individuals to try new activities or adventures.
  • Sports car: A high-performance automobile designed for speed and agility.

Practice Tips

When using the shadowing site to practice with this video, consider the following tips to maximize your learning experience:

  • Start slowly: Begin by listening to short sections of the transcript before attempting to shadow. Focus on specific phrases and how they're used contextually.
  • Repeat aloud: As you listen, pause the video and repeat what you hear. This will help you mimic the intonation and rhythm of natural spoken English.
  • Record yourself: Use a recording device to capture your voice as you practice. Comparing your speech with the original dialect will highlight areas for improvement.
  • Focus on tone: Pay attention to Jasmine's emotions during the conversation. Notice how she expresses excitement and humor, and try to replicate that in your speech.
  • Utilize the shadowspeaks method: By synchronizing your speech with Jasmine’s, you will improve your timing and pronunciation, essential aspects of English speaking practice.
  • Explore related content: After practicing this transcript, seek out additional videos on the same topic, as they will reinforce new vocabulary and phrases while offering diverse contexts.

By actively engaging with the video, you will effectively learn English with YouTube, making the process enjoyable and enriching.

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.