Shadowing Practice: Homestay Application With Answers | IELTS LISTENING SECTION-1 - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Test 4.
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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 sections.
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At the end of the test, you will be given 10 minutes to transfer your answers to an answer sheet.
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Now turn to Section 1.
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Section 1.
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You will hear a student talking to a housing officer about living with a homestay family.
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First, you have some time to look at questions 1 to 6.
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You will see that there is an example that has been done for you.
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On this occasion only, the conversation relating to this will be played first.
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Yes, what can I do for you?
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My friend is in homestay, and she really enjoys it.
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So I'd like to join a family as well.
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Okay, so let me get some details.
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What's your name?
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My name is Keiko Uchini.
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Could you spell your family name for me?
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It's Eugenie.
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That's Y -U -I -C -H -I -N -I.
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The student's surname is Uicini.
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So, Uicini has been written on the form.
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Now we shall begin.
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You should answer the questions as you listen, because you will not hear the recording a second time.
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Listen carefully and answer questions 1 to 6.
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Yes, what can I do for you?
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My friend is in homestay, and she really enjoys it.
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So I'd like to join a family as well.
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Okay, so let me get some details.
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What's your name?
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My name is Keiko Uchini.
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Could you spell your family name for me?
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It's Eugenie.
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That's Y -U -I -C -H -I -N -I And your first name?
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It's Keiko.
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K -E -I K .O.
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That's Keiko Euccini.
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OK.
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And your female.
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And your nationality?
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I'm Japanese.
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Right.
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And could I see your passport, please?
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Here it is.
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OK.
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Your passport number is J06337. And you're how old?
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Yes.
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I'm 28 years old.
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Now, you live at one of the colleges. Which one?
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Willow College.
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Um...
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Room 21C.
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Right, 21C, Willow College.
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And how long are you planning on staying with Homestay?
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About four months.
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Longer if I like it.
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And what course are you enrolled in?
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Well, I've enrolled for 20 weeks in the, uh, um...
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Advanced English Studies Because I need help with my writing.
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And I'm nearly at the end of my first five -week course.
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Okay.
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Do you have any preference for a family with children or without children?
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I prefer...
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I mean, I like young children.
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But I'd like to be with older people.
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You know, adults, someone around my age.
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Okay.
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And what about pets?
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I am a veterinarian, so that's fine.
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The more the better.
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Before you hear the rest of the conversation, you have some time to look at questions 7 to 10.
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Now listen and answer questions 7 to 10.
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All right.
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Now, what about you?
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Are you a vegetarian, or do you have any special food requirements?
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No, I am not a vegetarian, but I don't eat a lot of meat.
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I really like seafood.
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And what are your hobbies?
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I like reading and going to the movies.
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Do you play any sports?
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Yes.
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I joined the handball team, But I didn't like that.
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So I stopped playing.
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Now I play tennis on the weekend with my friends.
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All right.
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Let's see.
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Name...
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Age.. now the location.
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Are you familiar with the public transport system?
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No, I'm not really, because I have been living on campus.
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I've been to the city a few times on the bus.
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But they are always late.
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What about the trains?
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I like catching the train.
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They are much faster.
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Now, let me go check on the computer and see who I've got.
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Um...
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Listen, leave it with me.
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I'll check my records and I'll give you details this afternoon.
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Thank you for helping me.
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It's a pleasure.
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Bye.
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Bye.
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That is the end of section one.
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You now have half a minute to check your answers.
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About This Lesson
In this lesson, you will focus on improving your English listening and speaking skills through shadowing practice. The recording features a conversation between a student named Keiko and a housing officer about applying for a homestay. By actively listening and repeating the dialogues, you will enhance your understanding of conversational English, learn how to gather information, and practice pronunciation. This exercise is particularly beneficial for those preparing for language proficiency tests like IELTS, as it familiarizes you with real-life dialogue scenarios.
Key Vocabulary & Phrases
- homestay: a type of accommodation where you live with a local family
- housing officer: an official who helps students find accommodation
- details: specific information or facts about something
- passport: an official document that identifies you and allows you to travel
- nationality: the status of belonging to a particular nation
- age: the length of time that a person has lived
- enjoy: to take pleasure in something
- student: a person who is studying at a school or college
Practice Tips
To effectively use the shadowing technique with the audio from this lesson, listen carefully to the recording and repeat what you hear in real-time. This approach will greatly help you improve English pronunciation. Here are some tips to guide you:
- Pay attention to the speed of the conversation. Try to match the rhythm and intonation of the speakers as closely as possible.
- Start by listening to smaller segments of the audio before attempting to repeat longer sentences. This will help you better grasp the phrasing.
- Use a shadowing app or tool that allows you to practice the dialogues repeatedly without interruption, making adjustments in your pronunciation as necessary.
- Record yourself while you shadow the conversation; listening back to your recordings will help you identify areas for improvement in your pronunciation and fluency.
- Practice regularly, as consistency is key. Integrating the shadow speech method into your daily routine will yield the best results over time.
- Consider using resources like shadowspeaks to find additional materials related to this practice, which can expose you to more varied vocabulary and contexts.
By dedicating time to this lesson and employing these practice techniques, you will become more confident in using English in real-life situations. Happy practicing!
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
|---|---|
| Passive voice be + past participle — the focus is on what happens, not who does it | will be played · will be given · has been done |
| Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters now | has been done · has been written · I've enrolled |
| Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or prediction | will hear · will be · will see |
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.