Shadowing Practice: I Needed Proof Because Nobody Believed Me | Slow English Story - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Girls, did either of you take money from my wallet?
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I saw Lily near the table earlier.
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What?
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Mom really loves this face.
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If it breaks, mom will be very upset.
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This time, I need proof.
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Please record everything.
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Okay, Lily.
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Are you ready?
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Yes, I am ready.
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Remember, you have to find the same cards.
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I know.
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We played this before.
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Yes, but I am just helping you.
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Okay.
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Thank you.
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Good.
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Play nicely, girls.
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And no fighting, please.
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Oh.
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I thought these were the same.
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It's okay.
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Try again next time.
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Now it's your turn, Lily.
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I got a match.
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Good, Lily.
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That was lucky.
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Maybe.
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I was sure these were the same.
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Maybe you will remember them now.
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I know, Lily.
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I got another match!
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You remembered that one too?
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Yes, I saw it before.
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Okay.
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See?
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I got one!
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Good job, Nora!
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Thanks.
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Oh, I forgot that one.
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So you can forget too.
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Yes.
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Sometimes.
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Again?
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I found one more.
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Okay, girls.
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Now let's check who won.
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One, two.
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Nora has two pairs.
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One, two, three, four And Lily has four pairs I won?
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Yes, Lily, you won You played really well You stayed calm and remembered the cards
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Thank you, Dad Nora, you played well too.
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Not good enough.
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Did I make her sad?
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No, sweetheart.
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You played fairly.
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Nora just needs a little time.
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She beat me in front of everyone.
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I cannot lose to Lily.
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She made me look small.
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I will teach her a lesson.
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I will be right back
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Good mom is busy Easy.
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Perfect.
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Now let's see what happens.
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Sarah?
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What happened?
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I had $50 in my wallet.
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Now it is missing.
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$50?
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Did you take it out and forget?
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No. I remember it was inside.
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Nora, Lily, come here for a moment Girls,
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did either of you take money from my wallet?
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No, Dad No Fifty dollars are missing Dad Yes, Nora?
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I saw Lily near the table earlier What?
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I am not saying she took it.
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I only saw her near the table.
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I was looking for my ribbon.
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You were near the table?
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Yes, but only for my ribbon.
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Lily, if you needed money, you should have asked me.
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Taking money secretly is wrong.
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I know.
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That is why I did not take it.
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Lily, if something happened, you can tell us.
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I am telling the truth, Mom.
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Maybe she was scared.
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Why are you saying that?
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I am only trying to help.
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Enough.
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Lily, this time I am only giving you a warning.
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A warning?
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If you need something, you must ask.
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You must not take money secretly.
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Okay, Dad.
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She looked really hurt.
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I know.
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But the money is still missing.
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Now you know how it feels.
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Mom really loves this face.
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If it breaks, Mom will be very upset.
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Mom!
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Something broke!
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What broke, Nora?
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Oh no. I don't know.
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Hmm.
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Let's go and see.
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What happened here?
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Mom, your vase is broken.
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Lily, don't move.
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There is glass near your feet. Are you hurt?
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No, Mom.
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I'm not hurt.
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My vase.
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Grandma gave this vase to me.
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It was very special.
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Lily, why did you break my vase?
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No, Mom.
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I didn't break it.
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Then why are you standing beside it?
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I heard something break, so I came here to see what happened.
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Are you telling me the truth?
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Yes, Mom.
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The vase was already broken when I came here.
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Maybe Lily broke it and became scared.
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Why would you say that?
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Nora, stop.
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David, my special vase is broken.
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Dad, Lily accidentally broke Mom's vase, but she is afraid to tell the truth.
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Lily, did you have to make this mistake today too?
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Dad, but I did not do anything.
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Lily, first the money and now this vase.
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I did not take the money.
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I did not break the vase.
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Then why does trouble keep happening around you?
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Tonight, you will not play after dinner.
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What?
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You will stay in your room and think quietly.
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Okay, Mom.
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I cannot believe my special vase broke.
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I know this vase was special.
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Now they believe me again.
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Why is this happening to me?
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First, dad's money went missing.
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Then Mom's special vase broke.
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Nora blamed me both times.
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Maybe Nora is doing this to hurt me.
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But why would she do that?
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Maybe she is taking her anger out on me.
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I need to know the truth.
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If Nora tries something again, I need proof.
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Nora may try something again.
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This time, I need proof.
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Please record everything.
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Good!
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No one is here.
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Dad's papers.
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These look important.
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What can I ruin this time?
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If these papers get ruined, Dad will be really angry.
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Perfect.
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This will ruin them.
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What happened to my papers?
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These were important.
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Sarah!
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Come here!
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What happened?
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Look at this.
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Oh no. I came to take my papers and they were like this.
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How did this happen?
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Nora!
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Lily!
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Come here now! Who did this?
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I saw Lily near the living room earlier.
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I knew this would happen.
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What do you mean?
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I recorded the room.
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You recorded the room?
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I needed proof this time.
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Play it.
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Nora, you did this?
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Yes.
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Did you also take the $50?
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Yes. And the vase?
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I broke it.
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I told the truth every time.
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I know now, Lily.
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We did not listen to you.
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You believed Nora first.
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Yes.
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And that was wrong.
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Nora, why did you do all this?
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I was angry.
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Angry about what?
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She won the game.
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You hurt your sister because she won one game?
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I felt small.
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So you made Lily feel small too?
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I am sorry.
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Sorry is not enough today, Nora.
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You took money.
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You broke Mom's vase.
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You ruined my papers.
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And you blamed Lily for everything.
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You will bring back the $50 now.
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It is behind the small book.
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You will also help me fix these papers.
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Yes, Dad.
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You will help me clean the vase area and keep the safe pieces.
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Yes, Mom.
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Lily, we were wrong.
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We are sorry.
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I just wanted you to believe me.
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I believed blame before I checked the truth.
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I felt like nobody believed me.
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Lily, I was angry because you won the game.
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I am sorry because I hurt you.
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You were right to feel hurt. And we were wrong.
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We are sorry, Lily.
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I am still hurt.
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I do not forgive everything today.
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I want to give Nora a punishment too.
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What?
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You will clean my bedroom today.
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What?
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No!
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That is not fair!
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You made me sit in my room and feel bad.
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But cleaning your room is too much.
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Nora, what you did was too much.
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You blamed Lily again and again.
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You will clean her room today, and you will not complain.
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Okay, Lily.
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And you will do it properly.
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I will.
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We should have listened first.
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Yes.
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Next time, we will.
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Thank you.
About This Lesson
In this lesson, you will practice your English listening and speaking skills through a delightful story involving two girls, Nora and Lily, who engage in a game of memory with cards. The dialogue captures playful interactions and emphasizes communication between siblings. By reflecting on this engaging narrative, you will not only enhance your understanding of everyday English conversations but also gain insights into family dynamics and playful competition. Listening to the story at a slow pace is perfect for those looking to improve their English pronunciation while utilizing the shadowing technique.
Key Vocabulary & Phrases
- proof - evidence to support a claim or statement
- wallet - a folding case for holding money and cards
- play nicely - to engage in a friendly manner without fighting
- match - a pair that corresponds in value or identity
- remember - to bring a memory back to mind
- good job - an expression of praise for achieving something
- turn - an opportunity to take action in a game or situation
Practice Tips
Using the shadowing technique, you can significantly improve your English pronunciation by mimicking the speech presented in the transcript. Here are some focused tips to maximize your practice:
- Slow Down: Start by listening to the video at a slower speed to catch every word and phrase accurately.
- Focus on Tone: Pay attention to the intonation and emotion conveyed in the story. Try to replicate this while speaking to add depth to your communication.
- Use a Shadowing App: Utilize a shadowing app to help track your pronunciation and provide instant feedback, ensuring that you are pronouncing words correctly.
- Record Yourself: To assess your progress, record your shadow speech as you practice, then listen for areas of improvement.
- Engage in Dialogue: If possible, find a partner or use language exchange groups through a suitable shadowing site where you can practice speaking with others.
By dedicating time to practice with this transcript, you will strengthen your vocabulary, enhance your listening skills, and gain confidence in speaking English fluently.
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.