Shadowing Practice: Ella and her mother work at Nancy's house - Simple English Story - Ella English - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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I will pay attention.
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Mr.
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Glenn!
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I know.
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I got scolded by Mr.
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Glenn again.
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I have all feeling he wants to pick a fight with me.
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But Mr.
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Glenn is the mayor.
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I can't argue with him.
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Miss Evie!
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Repeatedly exceeding the speed limit.
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If repeated, license will be revoked permanently.
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Wait!
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Miss Evie!
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Is that Ella's mother?
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The woman who kicked me last time!
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I'm still mad about this!
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She has been gathering evidence against me.
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As a result, Ada was arrested.
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And I was scolded by Mr.
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Glenn for several days.
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I'll deal with her later.
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I'll deal with Miss Evie and Ella first.
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I have to call the police to confirm.
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What?
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Mrs.
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Victoria, what did you say?
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You heard right.
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I want you and your daughter.
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I'd to be my maids.
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No salary.
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Hey, Mrs.
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Victoria.
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Are you crazy?
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I don't have time to joke with you.
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Wait, Miss Evie.
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Read this first.
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Oh, my God!
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Mom, what's wrong?
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Is this true?
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Yes, Miss Evie.
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If you don't accept...
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Your driver's license will be permanently revoked.
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You have to take the exam again.
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Just think about it.
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Nancy!
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Let's go home!
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Yes, Mom.
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Mom.
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Are we going to be Nancy's maids?
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Yes, Ella.
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Oh my God!
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Why?
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Ella!
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We have to do it!
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If not, I will have my license confiscated!
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Because I drove fast many times!
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What?
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The driving test is more difficult now.
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The tuition is also high.
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So we have to try, Ella.
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Mom.
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Your speeding habit is hurting us again.
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Why do you always drive so fast?
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Can't you change?
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I...
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You always want me to be good at math.
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But you can't change the habit of driving fast.
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Now we have to be Nancy's maids.
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I'm sorry, Ella.
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It's all my fault.
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Mom.
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Dear audiences.
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What do you think?
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I don't want to be harsh with my mom.
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But she got us into this.
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Because of my mom's speeding habit, there have been many troubles.
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But she hasn't changed.
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What do you think?
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Please share your thought in the comment.
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Ella and her mother become Nancy's maids.
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Miss Evie!
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Ella!
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You two will do all the housework.
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Everything you need is in stock.
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And do it carefully.
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I will check later.
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Mrs.
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Victoria.
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How long do we have to do it?
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I have work.
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And Ella has school.
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You will work in a month.
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What did you say?
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One month?
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Yes, Miss Evie.
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If you do well, I will keep your secret.
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And if you rest all...
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You know the consequences.
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Mom.
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We have to do it every day?
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For a whole month with no salary?
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Emma.
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Just accept it.
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Instead of complaining, I think we should focus on work.
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Hey, Ella.
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Nancy?
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What are you doing?
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I'm cleaning the floor.
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Really?
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Really?
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Then why is the floor still dirty?
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Really?
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But I already wiped there.
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Why is it like that?
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Do you actually work?
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Why is the floor still dirty?
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Nancy!
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I cleaned that spot.
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But I don't know why.
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You think I'm framing you?
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That's not what I meant.
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Work carefully.
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I'll check it later.
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If you don't do a good job, I'll tell my mom.
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Your mother's license will be permanently revoked.
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Oh no!
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Why did I get into this situation?
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I should have stayed home and read comics.
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But I have to do housework for Nancy.
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What are you doing, Miss Evie?
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This carpet is very expensive.
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How dare you put a bucket of water on it?
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Mrs.
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Victoria I don't know How come you don't know?
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Or do you want to destroy my stuff?
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Do you believe?
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I will confiscate your license Please don't I know I was wrong Mrs.
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Victoria.
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She is deliberately making things difficult for me.
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But I can't resist her.
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Oh my God!
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I have to suffer for a month?
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Ella.
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I'm so tired.
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Me too, Mom.
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From morning till now, Nancy keeps finding fault with me.
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She kept telling me to wipe here and there.
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There are places I must have cleaned many times.
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Me too, Ella.
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Mrs.
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Victoria asked me to clean the whole room three times.
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I must do the same in every room.
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What time is it, Mom?
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It's lunchtime.
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Mrs.
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Victoria provide us lunch.
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Ella, let's go to eat.
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Yes, Mom.
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Ella, do you see it?
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Mom, there's so much food.
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And the food is expensive, too.
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Is this our lunch?
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Looks like Mrs.
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Victoria isn't too heartless yet.
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Let's eat, Ella.
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I know.
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Mom, today is the happiest day of my life.
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I punished Ella.
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Take your time, Nancy.
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We have a whole month.
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Yes, Mom.
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Ever since Ella came to my school, my life has been turned upside down.
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So I hate Ella so much.
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I still remember the moment Miss Evie kicked me.
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How dare she do that?
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We have to punish them more, Mom.
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That's right.
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Nancy!
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Lunchtime is over.
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Let's get them back to work.
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Miss Evie!
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Ella!
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Wake up!
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Ella!
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Wake up!
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You still have to work!
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What's that sound?
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It sounds like an earthquake!
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Is that Miss Evie snoring?
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Mom!
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That's Ella farting!
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I recognize it!
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Oh my God!
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How can Ella fart in her sleep?
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Mrs.
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Victoria?
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Nancy?
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Sorry.
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I'll continue working.
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Let's go, Ella.
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I know, Mom.
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What?
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Ella.
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Are you farting again?
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I'm sorry, Nancy.
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I ate too much.
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Mrs.
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Victoria, lunch here is delicious.
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I didn't expect you to be so generous.
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We are ready to work.
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No need to work anymore.
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You two get out of here.
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Why?
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You made us work for a month?
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Mom, if we leave, we won't be able to eat well anymore.
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We must stay here.
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I understand, Emma.
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Mrs.
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Victoria, we will do it for a month.
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You don't have to pay us.
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Just feed us well like today.
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What are you talking about?
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Yes, Mrs.
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Victoria, Nancy.
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That's all my mother and I need.
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Why are you...
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How stubborn.
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And when it's not necessary...
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Go away!
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Don't come back!
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Mom!
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We're fired!
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We must find a way back inside!
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I know, Emma.
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Open the door, Mrs.
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Victoria.
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You promised.
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We have to work for a month.
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Today is only the first day.
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That's right.
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Mrs.
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Victoria.
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Open the door now.
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Mom!
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They're crazy!
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They are knocking on our door.
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Please do something!
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I know, Nancy!
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I shouldn't threat Miss Evie.
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That's my mistake.
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Dear audiences I'm so scared Do you see how rude Miss Evie and Ella are?
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So, that's their true face You must protect me, okay?
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Please say bad about Ella and Miss Evie They are bad people.
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They made me and my mom scared.
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Please comment to defend me, okay?
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Long time no see, Nancy.
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Sorry, Emma.
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I'm busy.
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It's okay.
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Just visit me often.
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From that day on, Miss Evie and Ella never came to my house again.
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My life is peaceful again.
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Getting close to Ella was never a good idea.
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Nancy.
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Let's go get ice cream.
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Okay, Emma.
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Nancy.
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There you are.
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Miss Evie?
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Ella?
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Why are you two here?
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I knew you would meet Emma.
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So me and my mom set up an ambush here.
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Nancy.
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Let me and my mom work as maids again.
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You don't have to pay us.
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Just treat us expensive foods like that day.
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Yes, Nancy.
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Ella and I will work you for free.
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Just treat me and Ella expensive foods.
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I...
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I don't know.
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Nancy ran away.
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Go after her, Ella.
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We need to come back her health.
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And get expensive meals.
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I know, Mom.
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What's going on?
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Why are Miss Evie and Ella chasing Nancy?
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I don't understand anything.
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Why did Miss Evie and Ella want to continue working as maids for Nancy's family?
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Please choose two correct answers and comment below this video.
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Context & Background

The dialogue from the video "Ella and her mother work at Nancy's house" centers around the conflicts and challenges faced by the characters in their daily lives. The exchange highlights Mr. Glenn's authoritative role as the mayor, which adds tension to Ella and her mother, Miss Evie, who are being coerced into working as maids without pay. This scenario creates an engaging backdrop, making it an excellent opportunity for english speaking practice. The emotions conveyed through the dialogue, such as resentment and urgency, allow learners to grasp the nuances of everyday English conversations.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • I will pay attention. - A phrase to indicate that you are listening or focusing on something important.
  • I got scolded again. - Used to express that someone received criticism or reprimand.
  • Is this true? - A way to ask for confirmation about something surprising or alarming.
  • I don't have time to joke with you. - An expression used to indicate seriousness in a conversation.
  • I have to call the police. - A phrase that indicates the need to take urgent action regarding a situation.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

Shadowing is an effective method to enhance your speaking skills and pronunciation. Here’s how to use the content from this video to practice through shadow speak:

  1. Watch the video closely: Begin by watching the video without sound. Familiarize yourself with the characters' expressions and emotions.
  2. Listen for phrases: Play the video again, this time focusing on the phrases highlighted above. Listen carefully to how they are pronounced and used in context.
  3. Repeat after the speakers: Pause after each phrase and repeat it aloud. This method of shadowspeaks helps you develop a natural flow in conversation.
  4. Record your voice: Use your phone or a recorder to capture your voice as you mimic the speakers. Compare your pronunciation with theirs to identify areas for improvement.
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Engaging with this content not only aids in enhancing your speaking skills, but also strengthens your understanding of conversational English. Embrace the technique of shadowspeak to become more fluent and confident in your English communication.

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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