Shadowing Practice: KET 6 - TEST 2 - PART 1 (LEVEL A2) #englishwithbong - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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This is the Cambridge Key English Test,
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This is the Cambridge Key English Test,
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Paper 2, Listening, Test No. 2.
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There are five parts to the test,
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parts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
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We will now stop for a moment before we start the test.
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Please ask any questions now,
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because you must not speak during the test.
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Now look at the instructions for part one.
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You will hear five short conversations.
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You will hear each conversation twice.
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There is one question for each conversation.
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The questions one to five put a tick under the right answer.
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Here is an example.
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How many people were at the meeting?
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Were there many people at the meeting? About 30.
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That's not many.
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No, but more than last time.
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The answer is 30.
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So there is a tick in box C.
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Now we are ready to start.
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Look at question one.
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One.
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Which day is the man's appointment?
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I'd like to make an appointment to see Dr. Owen tomorrow morning, please.
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That's Thursday.
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He's not free at all tomorrow.
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What about Friday afternoon?
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If not, it will have to be Monday morning.
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I can't come any afternoon.
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I suppose I'll have to have the morning appointment then.
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OK, we'll see you at nine.
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What's your name?
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Now listen again.
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2. What is the woman going to eat?
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I'm going to have chicken and salad.
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What would you like?
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Um, the soup looks good,
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but the weather's a bit too warm for anything hot.
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Why don't you have sandwiches?
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They don't look very nice.
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I think I'll have the same as you.
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Now listen again.
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I'm going to have chicken and salad.
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What would you like?
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Erm, the soup looks good,
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but the weather's a bit too warm for anything hot.
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Why don't you have sandwiches?
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They don't look very nice.
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I think I'll have the same as you.
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Three.
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Which train will the woman take?
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When is the next train to Ashford?
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I'm afraid you're just too late for the 11.30.
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The next one is 12.45,
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but you'll have to change trains.
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The 2.15 is quicker because it goes straight to Ashford.
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I don't mind changing trains.
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I'll have a return ticket, please.
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There you are.
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Now listen again.
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When is the next train to Ashford?
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I'm afraid you're just too late for the 11.30.
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The next one is 12.45,
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but you'll have to change trains.
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The 2.15 is quicker because it goes straight to Ashford.
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I don't mind changing trains.
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I'll have a return ticket, please.
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There you are.
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Four.
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How much did the man pay for the camera?
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I've bought a new camera.
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It looks expensive.
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Cameras like that cost about £150, don't they?
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This was £175, but the man in the shop took £15 off the price
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because it was in the shop window and there was no box for it.
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£160 is still a lot of money.
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I hope it takes good pictures.
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Now listen again.
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I've bought a new camera.
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It looks expensive.
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Cameras like that cost about a hundred and fifty pounds, don't they?
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This was a hundred and seventy-five pounds,
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but the man in the shop took fifteen pounds off the price
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because it was in the shop window and there was no box for it.
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A hundred and sixty pounds is still a lot of money.
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I hope it takes good pictures.
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5. Which race did the girl win?
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Were you at the sports competition on Saturday?
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Yes.
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I saw you come first in your bicycle race.
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But your best sport is swimming, isn't it?
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Yes, but I was second in that.
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Next year I'm going to try running in the 800 metres too.
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Wow, you are good at sports.
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Now listen again.
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Were you at the sports competition on Saturday?
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Yes, I saw you come first in your bicycle race.
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But your best sport is swimming, isn't it?
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Yes, but I was second in that.
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Next year I'm going to try running in the 800 metres too Wow,
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you are good at sports This is the end of part one

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Context & Background

The Cambridge Key English Test (KET) is an essential assessment for learners at the A2 level who are looking to improve their English proficiency. In this particular test, listeners engage with five short conversations that emulate everyday English scenarios. These dialogues often reflect real-life situations such as making appointments, eating out, or discussing plans, which are commonplace in everyday communication. Understanding and practicing these types of conversations are vital for learners as they help in enhancing listening skills and speaking confidence.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • Making Appointments: “I’d like to make an appointment.”
  • Expressing Preferences: “The soup looks good, but…”
  • Making Suggestions: “Why don’t you try…?”
  • Asking for Clarification: “Can you repeat that, please?”
  • Agreeing with Someone: “I think I’ll have the same as you.”

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively use the video for your English learning journey, especially for enhancing your speaking through shadowspeak techniques, follow this structured approach:

  1. Listen Actively: Start by listening to the dialogues fully without distractions. Pay attention to the tone, pronunciation, and emotion behind the lines.
  2. Identify Key Phrases: As you listen, jot down the key phrases that resonate with you. These should include expressions that you can use in your daily interactions.
  3. Repeat and Imitate: Use the shadow speech method by repeating the phrases immediately after hearing them. Focus on imitating the intonation and rhythm of the speakers.
  4. Record Yourself: After shadowing, record your own version of the dialogues. This will help you notice any discrepancies in your pronunciation and fluency compared to native speakers.
  5. Practice Regularly: Consistency is key in mastering English. Aim to engage in IELTS speaking practice alongside your shadowing exercises to improve confidence and fluidity in conversation.

By integrating these practices into your study routine, you will not only enhance your language skills but also become more proficient in engaging in everyday conversations. The KET listening test serves as a practical resource to familiarize yourself with real-world dialogues, making your English learning journey both enjoyable and effective.

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.

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