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Exercise 1.
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Where is the correct picture?
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In this section, each question will have four pictures.
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You will listen to the answer and choose the correct picture.
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Please pay careful attention so you don't miss any information.
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Now, let's get started.
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Question 1.
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A sunny park with kids flying colorful kites.
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Trees have green leaves and there's a small pond with ducks swimming.
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A sunny park with kids flying colorful kites.
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Trees have green leaves and there's a small pond with ducks swimming.
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Question 2 A busy street where people walk fast.
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There are tall buildings and a red bus is stopping near a blue sign.
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A busy street where people walk fast.
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There are tall buildings and a red bus is stopping near a blue sign.
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Question 3.
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A desert with golden sand.
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The sun is high and very bright.
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There are a few cacti, and in the distance, there are hills.
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A desert with golden sand.
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The sun is high and very bright.
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There are a few cacti, and in the distance, there are hills.
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Question 4.
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A farm with many animals.
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Cows and sheep eat grass.
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There's a red barn in the distance and blue sky above.
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A farm with many animals.
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Cows and sheep eat grass.
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There's a red barn in the distance and blue sky above.
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Question five.
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A garden with colorful flowers.
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Butterflies fly around, and there's a white bench where an old man reads a newspaper.
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A garden with colorful flowers.
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Butterflies fly around and there's a white bench where an old man reads a newspaper.
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Exercise 2 Fill in the blank.
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Great job everyone!
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Now, let's move to the next exercise.
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In this lesson, you will have to fill in the blank while listening to a conversation.
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You will have five seconds for each answer.
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Emma, do you know where my backpack is?
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I've searched the entire living room.
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Alex, it's hanging right behind the door.
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You're so absent-minded sometimes.
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Oops.
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And my notebook?
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I need to jot down some important tasks.
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You left it on the kitchen counter next to the toaster.
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Thank you, Emma.
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I also can't recall where I put my glasses.
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Alex, they're right on top of your head.
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Oh dear, what a day.
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I feel so scatterbrained.
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Maybe you should relax a bit.
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Take a short walk outside or listen to some calming music.
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That sounds like a good idea, Emma.
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Thanks for always being patient with me.
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No problem, Alex.
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Just remember to breathe and slow down.
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Exercise 3.
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Storytime.
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Excellent.
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Now, you'll get to listen to a short story.
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After the story ends, there will be five questions for you to test your listening and memory skills.
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You can also listen to the story over and over again until you can answer all of the questions. So listen carefully.
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Remember, set the alarm so Tom goes to school on time, Mia reminded him.
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Trust me, everything will be fine, Evan replied with confidence.
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The next morning, the house was silent.
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The alarm didn't ring.
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Evan woke up and saw the time.
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Oh no, Tom is late for school, he said.
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They both rushed.
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Tom was late for school, and Evan was late for work.
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At night, Tom looked at Evan and asked, Can you cook dinner, Dad?
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Of course, leave it to me, Evan said with a smile.
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But soon the kitchen became a mess.
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Smoke filled the room and the food was burnt.
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They decided to order food.
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But it didn't taste good at all.
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Let's call mom, Tom said.
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They called Mia.
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I wish you were here, Evan said.
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Mia laughed and replied, I've only been gone a few hours.
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Try to get some sleep.
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Tomorrow will be a better day.
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Number one.
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Why did Mia leave home for a few days?
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Mia left to attend a friend's wedding in another city.
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Number 2.
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What did Mia remind Evan to do before she left?
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She reminded him to set an alarm for Tom's school.
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Number 3.
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What happened when Evan tried to cook?
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The kitchen became a mess and the food was burnt.
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Number 4.
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What was Tom's reaction to the messy kitchen?
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He suggested they should order food.
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Number 5.
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Who did Evan and Tom call after their meal?
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They called Mia.
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Alright everyone, so how do you feel about today's lesson?
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I hope you guys enjoyed it, but remember, the key to improving your listening skills is practice.
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Thank you for being such attentive students today.
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See you all in our next lesson.
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Goodbye!

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Boost Your English Listening & Speaking with These Fun Exercises

Ready to level up your English skills? The video we’re diving into today is perfect for anyone aiming to sharpen their listening comprehension while also prepping for english speaking practice. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your fluency, these exercises target real-world scenarios that help you connect what you hear to what you say—key for natural communication!

Speaking Goals for This Clip: Master Context & Response Flow

This video isn’t just about listening—it’s about building the foundation for confident speaking. By focusing on describing scenes (like parks, streets, and farms) and following a casual conversation, you’ll train your brain to process information quickly and respond naturally. These are exactly the skills you need for everyday interactions, making it a great step toward fluency milestones like holding short conversations or describing places clearly.

Phrase Bank: Reusable Expressions for Real Life

The dialogue is packed with practical phrases you can start using today! Here are some gems:

  • “I’ve searched the entire [room]” – Perfect for when you’re looking for something.
  • “You’re so absent-minded sometimes” – A lighthearted way to tease someone (or laugh at yourself!).
  • “I can’t recall where I put [something]” – Polite and useful for asking for help.
  • “They’re right on top of your head” – A common, funny response when someone overlooks the obvious.

These phrases are simple but powerful—add them to your toolkit and watch your conversations feel more natural!

Fix Your Weak Spots: Listening for Details & Rhythm

One of the trickiest parts of English is catching specific details (like where a backpack is or where glasses are hiding) and following the rhythm of casual speech. The video’s exercises—like matching descriptions to pictures and filling in blanks—train your ear to focus on key words. For shadow speak practice, try repeating the dialogue out loud right after the speakers. This shadowing technique (also called shadowspeaks or shadowspeak) helps you mimic pronunciation, intonation, and speed, turning passive listening into active speaking practice. You’ll be surprised how quickly you start to sound more like a native!

Remember, progress happens with small, consistent steps. Use these exercises daily, and you’ll soon notice you’re understanding more and speaking with confidence. Let’s get practicing—your next fluency win is just a listen away!

Grammar in this video

The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:

StructureIn the video
Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters nowI've searched · I've only been
Passive voice be + past participle — the focus is on what happens, not who does itwas burnt
Advice with “should” should + verb — saying what is a good ideashould relax · should order
Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or predictionwill have · will listen · you'll get

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 →