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Test 3 This is the IELTS Listening Test.
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Test 3 This is the IELTS Listening Test.
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You will hear a number of different recordings and you will have to answer questions on what you hear.
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There will be time for you to read the instructions and questions and you will have a chance to check your work.
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All the recordings will be played once only.
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The test is in four parts.
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At the end of the test,
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you will be given ten minutes to transfer your answers to an answer sheet.
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Now turn to part one.
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Part one.
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You will hear a woman phoning the owner of a house she is going to rent about companies
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that she could rent furniture from.
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First, you have some time to look at questions 1 to 5.
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Now listen carefully and answer questions 1 to 5.
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Good morning.
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Hi, this is Shelley Meyer.
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I'm renting your house on Archwood Avenue.
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I'm due to move in next week.
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Oh yes, hello, Ms. Meyer.
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What can I do for you?
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When I viewed the house,
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I told you I'll most probably need to rent some furniture,
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at least until I know whether my temporary work contract is going to be made permanent.
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Yes, of course, I remember.
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And I said I could give you some information about furniture rental companies in the city.
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That's right.
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Well, the biggest company is called Peak Rentals.
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I've recommended them to other people and have always heard positive reports about them.
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Could you give me an idea of their costs?
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Sure.
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I actually have one of their brochures here.
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It says the monthly price per room starts at $105 and goes up to $239.
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That depends on which rooms you need furniture for, of course.
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Sure.
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It's just to get a general idea of how much it's going to cost.
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and you said you had some positive feedback about this company?
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Yes.
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People have mentioned that the furniture from Peak Rentals is more modern than any of the other companies.
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And also, once you place an order,
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the furniture will be delivered to you in just one or two days.
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That would be really helpful.
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Oh, and the brochure says that there's a special offer at the moment.
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If you rent living room furniture,
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I believe that's a set of chairs and a TV table,
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you'll also get a lamp at no extra cost.
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Okay, but you know, that price range you gave is more than I was hoping to pay.
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Then you could try Aaron and Oliver.
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Sorry, what and Oliver?
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Aaron.
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Double A-R-O-N.
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Okay.
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Are they cheaper?
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I'd say they're a mid-price company.
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But if you chose them,
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you need to be aware that they charge an extra 12% every month in case of damage.
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Oh, I see.
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I'd have to do the math carefully then.
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Right.
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But one helpful thing is that they also do cleaning for customers.
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For the furniture?
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For the house.
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Oh, I see.
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I probably won't need that.
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Before you hear the rest of the conversation,
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you have some time to look at questions 6 to 10.
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Now listen and answer questions 6 to 10.
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There's another company called Larch Furniture.
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It's quite new and it has the lowest prices in town.
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That's for both furniture and also electronic equipment.
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Well, that would be good.
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I'm not bringing much with me,
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and I won't have much time to go shopping after I start my job.
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There are two things you need to know about large furniture.
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First of all, you have to take out insurance on the furniture,
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and you need to organize that yourself.
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That wouldn't be too hard.
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Also, you can't take out a contract for less than six months.
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but I figure that might not be a problem for you.
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You're renting the house for 12 months after all, aren't you?
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Yes, okay.
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Sorry to interrupt.
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I just thought of another furniture rental company.
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It's called Space Rentals, and it's located very near to the house.
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Okay.
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I don't have any information about their charges,
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so it's best to use their app to find out what it would cost you to use them.
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Okay, thanks.
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I'll do that.
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One good thing about that company is that if you don't like the furniture once it's delivered,
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you can request exchanges.
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As long as you do that within a week of receiving it.
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That sounds really great.
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Okay, well, thanks very much.
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That's so helpful.
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That is the end of part one.
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You now have one minute to check your answers to part one.
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Thank you.
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Why practice speaking with this video?

If you're preparing for the IELTS exam, this video offers an exceptional resource for practicing your listening and speaking skills. The dialogue between Shelley Meyer and the house owner presents a realistic scenario that introduces important vocabulary and phrases related to renting and furniture rental services. Engaging with this content allows you to immerse yourself in everyday conversations, helping you to recognize common expressions and enhancing your ability to respond appropriately in real-life situations.

By participating in shadow speech exercises—mimicking the speakers in the video—you can significantly improve your fluency and confidence. This method of learning, known as shadowspeak, enables you to internalize the rhythm and intonation of native speakers, effectively preparing you for the dynamic nature of the IELTS speaking test. Utilizing engaging resources like this YouTube video helps make your IELTS speaking practice more effective and enjoyable.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

In the conversation featured in this video, several key structures and expressions are exemplified that can be beneficial for learners:

  • Polite Requests: The phrase "Could you give me an idea of their costs?" demonstrates how to ask for information respectfully, a useful skill in both formal and informal dialogues.
  • Conditional Clauses: Shelley mentions, "if you rent living room furniture, I believe that's a set of chairs..." This construction informs listeners about potential situations, essential for expressing possibilities in English.
  • Costs and Comparisons: The use of "starts at $105 and goes up to $239" effectively showcases numeric expressions and comparative phrases crucial in discussing prices.

These structures not only enhance your grammar but also help in constructing meaningful sentences when discussing everyday situations, making them invaluable for IELTS preparation.

Common Pronunciation Traps

While listening to the video, learners might encounter specific pronunciation challenges that are common among English speakers:

  • ‘Rental’ vs. ‘Rented’: The difference in vowel sounds can be tricky for learners. Pay attention to how each word is pronounced, ensuring you differentiate between them clearly.
  • Company Names: The name "Peak Rentals" may not be intuitive. The initial sound can blend with the following word, so practicing this phrase will enhance your pronunciation clarity.
  • Modern vs. Moderen: The word ‘modern’ may sometimes sound like ‘moderen’ in fast speech. Focus on the correct articulation to avoid confusion.

By concentrating on these pronunciation traps, you can further improve your English pronunciation, which is crucial to achieving a high score in the IELTS speaking section.

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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