Shadowing Practice: Grade 12 Reading Unit 2 - Learn English Speaking with Video

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the effects of globalization on cultural diversity as a result of globalization the world is becoming more
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and more connected this has changed people's way of life beliefs art and customs
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or their culture in many respects although people's experiences around the
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world have become very similar globalization has also encouraged cultural diversity below are some examples fast food chains
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and international restaurants have become popular offering a wide range of dishes
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and more food choices to local people for example here in vietnam we can enjoy italian pizza
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or japanese sushi in addition to our traditional food moreover some international dishes use local ingredients
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which make them unique and more suitable to local tastes on the other hand Vietnamese specialties, such as pho and banh mi,
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are also gaining popularity worldwide.
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Thanks to globalization, people can quickly discover new music from all over the world.
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People nowadays enjoy listening to music from different countries and cultures, and in different languages.
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For example, American teens are captivated by K -pop music and dance.
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There are also many music festivals around the globe that bring artists and music fans together.
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In today's connected world, it is very common for musicians across the world to work on music projects and share ideas together.
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Globalization has also impacted fashion by opening it up to a variety of styles and influences from around the world.
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Cross -cultural styles that blend both traditional and modern elements are on the rise.
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This presents opportunities for fashion designers to be creative and reflect the cultural richness of the world.
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It is now easier for people to keep up with fashion trends from different cultures
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and regions and express their identities in new and exciting ways.
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In conclusion, globalization has helped strengthen cultural diversity in the world and made people appreciate different cultures and lifestyles.

About This Lesson

You're practicing English with "Grade 12 Reading Unit 2" using the Shadowing technique — a method originally developed for professional interpreter training.

Focus on sounding like the speaker — not just repeating words. With 15–30 minutes of daily practice, you'll build real-world speaking 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.