Shadowing Practice: English by The Nature Method: Chapter 5/60 (The Body) - Learn English Speaking with Video

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English by the Nature Method.
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by Arthur M.
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Janssen.
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brought to you by Ayan Academy.
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Chapter 5 The Body A person has four limbs.
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All persons have four limbs.
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The forelimbs are on the body.
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the forelimbs, are the two arms and the two legs.
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How many limbs has John?
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John has four limbs.
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What are the four limbs?
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The forelimbs are the two arms and the two legs.
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On the arm, is a hand.
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and the hand has five fingers. Where are the hands?
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The hands are on the arms.
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How many fingers has the hand?
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The hand has five fingers.
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On the leg is a foot.
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and the foot has five toes.
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All legs have feet.
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and all feet have five toes. Where are the feet?
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The feet are on the legs.
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How many toes has the foot?
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The foot has Five toes.
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How many fingers has Helen?
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Thank you.
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She has 10 fingers on her two hands.
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How many toes has she?
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She has 10 toes on her two feet.
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The body has a head.
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What is the hat?
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The head is the top of the body.
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On the head, many persons have hair.
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Not all persons have hair.
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Many old men have no hair.
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Has Mr. Smith long hair?
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No. He has short hair.
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"Is Mrs. Smith's hair long?" Yes.
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She has long hair.
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she has longer hair than mr smith Is Helen's hair also long?
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No. She has short hair.
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but John's hair is shorter than Helen's.
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Who has most hair, Mrs. Smith or Helen or John?
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mrs smith has most hair her hair is the longest
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"Has John more hair than Helen?" No. Helen has more hair than John.
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But Mrs. Smith has most hair of all the persons.
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in the family.
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Mrs. Smith has long hair.
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She has much hair.
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She has more hair than Helen.
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She has most hair of all the persons in the family. Has John much hair?
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No. He has not much hair.
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His hair is short.
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but Mrs. Smith has much hair.
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She has more hair than Mr. Smith and the children.
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Have all men and women hair?
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No. Not all men and women have hair.
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but most persons have hair.
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A person has a face.
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The face has two eyes and two ears.
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All persons have faces.
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and all faces have two eyes and two ears.
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How many eyes has Helen?
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Helen has two eyes.
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She has also two ears.
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Helen has also a mouth and a nose in her face.
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Where are the nose and the mouth?
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They are in the face.
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What is the face?
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The face is part of the head.
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What is on the head?
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There is hair on the head.
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Is the arm bigger than the leg?
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No. The arm is smaller than the leg.
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Are the fingers part of the face?
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No. The fingers are part of the hands What are the hands part of?
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The hands are part of the arms.
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What are the ears part of?
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The ears are part of the head.
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Are the feet part of the arms.
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or of the legs.
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The feet are part of the legs.
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Is the baby a boy?
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or a girl.
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She is a girl.
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Is Mr. Smith young or old?
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He is young.
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The neck is part of the body.
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On the neck is the head.
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The stomach is also part of the body.
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The stomach is at the front of the body.
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The back is also part of the body.
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The back is at the back of the body.
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The arms are at the sides of the body. Where is the neck?
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the neck is at the top of the body.
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Is the back at the top of the body?
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No. It is at the back of the body. Where is the stomach?
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The stomach is at the front of the body.
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The face is at the front of the head and the ears are at the sides of the head. Where are the arms?
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The arms.. or at the sides of the body.
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Context & Background

In the fifth chapter of "English by The Nature Method," the dialogue focuses on describing parts of the human body in a simplistic yet educational manner. The speaker introduces essential vocabulary related to the body, including limbs, fingers, toes, and hair. Through a series of questions and answers about individuals named John, Helen, and Mrs. Smith, the lesson emphasizes not only the vocabulary but also comparative structures, which are crucial for building basic English communication skills. This format encourages learners to engage actively, making it a valuable resource for english speaking practice.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • “How many limbs has John?”
  • “The hand has five fingers.”
  • “She has 10 fingers on her two hands.”
  • “He has short hair.”
  • “She has long hair.”

These phrases illustrate common structures you can use in daily conversations. They not only expand your vocabulary but also help you get comfortable with sentence formation, enhancing your overall english speaking practice.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

Shadowing is an effective method to improve english pronunciation and fluency. Follow this step-by-step guide to get the most out of this video:

  1. Watch the video once: Familiarize yourself with the content and context without worrying about understanding every word.
  2. Listen to the dialogue: Pay attention to the pronunciation and rhythm of the speaker. Take note of the intonation used when discussing comparisons.
  3. Practice shadow speak: Replay small sections of the video and repeat immediately after the speaker. Focus on mimicking the pronunciation, stress, and intonation.
  4. Repeat phrases: Extract the top 5 phrases listed above and practice them multiple times. Use the phrases in various contexts to reinforce your learning.
  5. Record yourself: By recording your voice as you practice, you can identify areas to improve and track your progress in improve english pronunciation.

Implementing this shadowspeak technique will not only enhance your listening skills but will significantly contribute to your ability to communicate fluently in English. Challenge yourself to incorporate these words and phrases into your everyday conversations, continuously increasing your vocabulary and confidence.

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.

Shadowing technique: read the full step-by-step guide →