Shadowing Practice: Bridge to Brisbane Fun Run: IELTS LISTENING Vol 4 Test 7 Section 2 - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Section 2.
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You will hear a coordinator talking to volunteer helpers before a race involving a large number of people.
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First, you have some time to look at questions 11 to 14 on page 3.
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Now listen carefully and answer questions 11 to 14.
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Thank you for all volunteering to help us with the Bridge to Brisbane Fun Room.
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The purpose of this meeting is to give you some information about your duties on race day.
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Some of you are asking about where you can park on the day.
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Unfortunately, some of the usual places, down by the river for example, will be out of bounds because we'll need extra space for emergency vehicles.
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Probably the best option is the Jack Gray Sportsfield in Barker Street.
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Although the closest parking lot is the Metro Shopping Complex, I would advise you not to park there, as they tend to tow away people who aren't customers.
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At the start line most of you will be checking that runners have the necessary gear, especially their electronic timing chip, the race number and the identity wristband.
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Make sure that the number is attached to the front of the running shirt or singlet, not the back.
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The timing chip, which records the runner's time, needs to be clipped onto one of their shoes and check that they are wearing their wristband.
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Some of you will be responsible for organising the starting groups.
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It's very important that runners start in a particular order.
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There is a system of colour codes.
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The red group are walkers and people with baby strollers.
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The purple group are runners that expect to finish in at less than one hour, and the yellow group are our elite athletes.
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We'd like them to start the race, and we'd like the other groups to follow after that, with the red group and the strollers at the very back.
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This is for their own safety.
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Now, We are still short on volunteers for the race day, so if you have any friends or family members who might be interested, please let us know.
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We're probably OK for people to help with the start, but we'll still desperately need volunteers along the race course to distribute water bottles to the runners.
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A few of you have offered to help with first aid, but the good people of St John's Ambulance have donated their services, so that won't be necessary.
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Before you hear the rest of the talk, you have some time to look at questions 15 to 20 on page 4.
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Now listen and answer questions 15 to 20.
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now I'll show you the layout of the race village which is where the race ends Can you all see the map?
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If you look at the bottom right hand side, you'll see where the runners enter the village next to the corporate catering section.
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Thank you.
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As you continue along the course you'll see the stage on your right.
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That's where the winners will receive their medals.
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Now, can you all see the finish line near the centre?
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After they finish the race, the runners can take one of two paths, it doesn't matter which one, to get their finishers t -shirts from the t -shirt stand at the end of those paths.
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Many of you will be stationed at the end of the race.
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After they've finished, the runners will also want their belongings and all bags are kept in the building on Bowen Road.
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It's quite close to the exit, in the top left -hand corner of your map.
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Now, some of you will have an important role, working in the information centre.
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That's the building in the centre of the map, not far from the finish line.
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It's just below it on your map.
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And one other thing, can you all please remind the runners to enter in the prize draw for the new car?
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The entry box is between the shade tents and the corporate catering buildings.
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Thank you.
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Okay, let's see now, what else do I need to point out?
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Ah, yes, the runners are always thirsty.
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and the main water station in the village is just beside the third exit through to Gregory Terrace.
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Can you see it there to the left of the corporate catering area?
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So everyone, please direct the race finishers there to get their free bottled water.
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That is the end of Section 2.
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You now have half a minute to check your answers.
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Now turn to section 3 on page 5.
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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This B2 speaking lesson is built on the video “Bridge to Brisbane Fun Run: IELTS LISTENING Vol 4 Test 7 Section 2”. The speaker keeps coming back to these words: race, runners, map, finish, section. This video has 49 sentences and 743 words to shadow. The speech runs for 5:49. The speaker talks at a steady 128 words per minute, a comfortable pace for shadowing. 88% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English, so the vocabulary is easy to follow.
Key vocabulary in this video
The 15 most advanced words in the video, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| runner noun | /ˈɹʌnɚ/ | A person who moves, on foot, at a fast pace, especially an athlete. |
| catering noun | /ˈkeɪ.tɚ.ɪŋ/ | The business of providing food and related services; foodservice. |
| finisher noun | /ˈfɪnɪʃɚ/ | A person who finishes or completes something. |
| stroller noun | /ˈstɹoʊlɚ/ | A seat or chair on wheels, pushed by somebody walking behind it, typically used for transporting babies and young children. |
| wristband noun | /ˈɹɪs(t)ˌbænd/ | The cuff of a sleeve that wraps around the wrist. |
| helper noun | /ˈhɛlpɚ/ | One who helps; an aide; assistant; auxiliary. |
| organising noun | The act or process by which something is organised. | |
| singlet noun | /ˈsɪŋɡlɪt/ | A multiplet having a single member, especially a single spectroscopic peak. |
| thirsty adjective | /ˈθɝs.ti/ | Needing to drink water or any liquid that can supply water. |
| attach verb | /əˈtæt͡ʃ/ | To fasten, to join to (literally and figuratively). |
| distribute verb | /dɪˈstɹɪbjuːt/ | To divide into portions and dispense. |
| coordinator noun | An assistant coach responsible for a particular facet of the game, such as defense. | |
| desperately adverb | /ˈdɛs.p(ə.)ɹət.li/ | In a desperate manner; without regard to danger or safety; recklessly. |
| donate verb | /ˈdoʊˌneɪt/ | To make a donation; to give away something of value to support or contribute towards a cause or for the benefit of another. |
| tent noun | /tɛnt/ | A pavilion or portable lodge consisting of skins, canvas, or some strong cloth, stretched and sustained by poles, used for sheltering people from the weather. |
Phrasal verbs you will hear
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| point out verb | To identify among a group of similar subjects, or in a scene where the subject might not be readily seen or noticed, with a gesture of the body. |
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
|---|---|
| Passive voice be + past participle — the focus is on what happens, not who does it | is attached · be clipped · will be stationed |
| Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters now | have offered · they've finished |
| Relative clauses who / which + clause — extra information about a person or thing | people who aren · village which is |
Pronunciation to watch
The speaker uses 12 contractions and reduced forms, such as we'd, we'll, you'll. Say them the short way, as you hear them.
- The “th” sounds: thirsty /ˈθɝs.ti/, athlete /ˈæθ.liːt/
- The “sh” and “zh” sounds: finisher /ˈfɪnɪʃɚ/, shade /ʃeɪd/
How to practise with this video
- Listen to the whole video once without speaking and note the words you do not know.
- Shadow it sentence by sentence at normal speed, repeating each one until your rhythm matches the speaker.
- Record yourself and compare with the original, paying attention to words like runner, catering, finisher.
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.