Shadowing Practice: Dog Bites 10-Year-Old Boy | Part 1 - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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happened with the dog.
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I was walking home from school, and I crossed the street, and a lady was coming up towards me with a dog and baby stroller.
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Judge Judy: So, she had a baby stroller?
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That was this lady here?
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Yes. Judge Judy: Mm-hmm.
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And while I was getting closer, the dog was, like, jumping around and making growling noises, and she was saying, "Don't do it" to the dog, and, well, I -- Judge Judy: She said, "Don't do it"?
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Yes. Judge Judy: Was she holding on to the leash?
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Yes. Well, like, she had the leash on her hand while she was holding on to the stroller.
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I-I'm sorry, Your Honor.
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That is false.
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Judge Judy: Just a second.
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Don't interrupt.
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Okay. Judge Judy: Go ahead.
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And while I passed her, the dog went around and behind her and bit me on the leg.
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Judge Judy: And what did you do -- just go home?
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Yes. Judge Judy: Did the lady say anything to you?
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No. Judge Judy: Did you say anything to the lady?
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No. Judge Judy: Did you say, "Your dog bit me"?
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No. Judge Judy: How did you find her if you hadn't said anything to her?
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It was my dad.
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Judge Judy: Your dad found her?
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Yes. Judge Judy: Okay.
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Did you go to the doctor?
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Yes. Judge Judy: And you had to get a shot?
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Yes, ma'am.
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Judge Judy: Tell me where they gave you the shot.
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On both arms and both legs.
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Judge Judy: And did you have to go back for shots more than once or just once?
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I would have, but they found the dog.
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Judge Judy: So you got four shots that day?
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Yes. Judge Judy: Do you remember what the dog looked like?
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Yes. It was white and fluffy.
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It was like a medium size.
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Judge Judy: Had you ever seen this lady or the dog before?
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No. Judge Judy: Okay.
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You can go back there so you can stand next to your dad in case I have any other questions for you.
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Mr. Nunez...
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Yes? Judge Judy: ...how did you find Ms. Rodriguez?
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The next day after, there was another incident, and then that individual we had spoken to that was in search of that dog also realized that it was the exact same dog that had bitten him.
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We received a phone call that following day, on December 9th, and she informed us of it.
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Judge Judy: Who called you?
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The individual from the Pflugerville Police Department made the phone call to me that next day...
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Judge Judy: That they had believed -- They did find that dog, due to the fact of another individual being bitten...
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Judge Judy: By that dog?
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...by the same dog, yes.
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Judge Judy: On what date was the other individual?
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That was on December 9th on which that second incident occurred.
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Judge Judy: And the incident involving your son was on the 8th?
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On the 8th, the day before.
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And then we've got documents of both of those incidents.
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Judge Judy: I'd like to see both.
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Your Honor, that was hearsay.
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That was actually -- My mom was walking the dog, and there was a pit bull on a leash.
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Judge Judy: Listen to me.
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Don't interrupt.
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Yes, ma'am.
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Byrd: This is both of them?
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Both, yes.
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The first is ourselves.
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Judge Judy: Unless I ask you a question, but don't tell me what happened with your mom and what's hearsay.
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Sure. Judge Judy: I actually know what hearsay is.
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You got it.
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We're speaking of a dog that's bitten two different individuals, not who was walking it the second day.
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Your Honor, may I point out that on that record of my mother-in-law with the second incident, it shows that the other dog was not on a leash and was coming towards my mother-in-law and our dog?
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And we actually called 911 that day -- my mother did.
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Judge Judy: Just a second.
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Were either one of you there?
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No. No, ma'am.
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Judge Judy: Now I'll hear you.
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Go ahead. Tell me the story.
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Okay. May I approach the board?
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Judge Judy: Yeah.
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Okay. Thank you.
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Okay. So, it was December 8th at 2:00 in the afternoon.
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The school was being -- Sorry. Did she say, "Sunday"?
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Judge Judy: Shh!
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Listen to me.
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Don't interrupt her.
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Okay. It was December 8th.
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It was 2:00 in the afternoon.
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I was going down Bishopsgate.
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I saw that Samuel was coming, so my sister is very afraid of dogs, so I know to be respectful of others who are walking near us.
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And so I stopped to the left side with my dog on my left and on my right hand with the stroller.
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I directed Samuel to go around us and -- Judge Judy: Just a second.
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Why would you do that?
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I didn't -- I didn't direct him.
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Judge Judy: No. Listen.
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Listen to me.
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I just stood there.
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Judge Judy: Stop.
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And you have to know you're talking to somebody who's had dogs for 50 years and who walks a dog on a leash when I'm outside.
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Why would you direct or suggest that Sammy go around the dog?
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I directed him by standing there.
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I didn't tell him verbally.
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I just stood there and to the side of him so he knew that he could pass us.
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Judge Judy: Don't tell me what he knew.
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He passed you.
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Yes, he did.
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Judge Judy: And?
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And we walked up.
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We kept walking.
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And then my dog started barking as we had already walked off.
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Judge Judy: And?
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And I turned around, and my dog was just barking, and the kid didn't react.
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Judge Judy: Just a second.
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Just a second.
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Be very careful.
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You know, when you start to say things that you've been practicing in your mind to say but as you actually articulate them, they sound stupid.
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Okay. Judge Judy: Okay?
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They sound stupid.
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Then you're sort of getting away from yourself, and that's what's happening to you right now, because now you were turning around because the dog started to bark, and as you were turning around, you were gonna tell me what happened?
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As you were turning around -- As I turned around, I pulled my dog back, and Samuel just walked off.
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He didn't react, he didn't tell me anything, so I didn't assume anything, and I carried on with my walk.
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And that's what happened.
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Well, it's -- Judge Judy: Shh! Shh!
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I don't want to hear you, sir.
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You weren't there.
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Okay. J

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Why practice speaking with this video?

If you're looking to learn English with YouTube, this video offers an engaging context for practice. The real-life scenario presented, involving a dog bite incident, provides a relatable and serious backdrop for conversation. Practicing with such authentic material helps learners improve their speaking skills by grasping the nuances of everyday English conversation. Additionally, the dialogue features a mix of informal communication and formal questioning, especially by figures like Judge Judy. This blend aids learners in recognizing different tones and forms of speech, making it an excellent choice for mastering shadow speech techniques.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

By analyzing the dialogue from this video, you can identify key grammatical structures that enhance your speaking fluency. Here are three notable examples:

  • Direct Speech: Notice how the boy recalls his experience using direct quotes, like "Don't do it." This structure is crucial for expressing thoughts and experiences vividly.
  • Past Tense Usage: The dialogue frequently employs the past tense, as in "I was walking home" and "the dog went around." Practicing these constructs will reinforce your understanding of recounting events.
  • Question Forms: Questions play a significant role, particularly Judge Judy's inquiries. Phrases like "Did you say anything to the lady?" exemplify the structure of yes/no questions in English and are vital for conversational exchanges.

Common Pronunciation Traps

When practicing the content from this video, pay attention to some tricky pronunciations and accents that can challenge even advanced learners. Words like "stroller" and "incident" may not seem difficult, but they require careful articulation to pronounce correctly in conversational settings. Additionally, the varying intonation used, especially in questions posed by Judge Judy, can be a significant element to focus on. Using the shadowing technique, you can mimic the rhythm and highs and lows of each speaker, enhancing your overall fluency. Utilizing a shadowing site or resource where you can repeat after the speakers provides an excellent opportunity for reinforcement, allowing you to absorb these nuances effectively.

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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