Shadowing Practice: KET 6 - TEST 4 - 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. 4.
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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 other.
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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, 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 1.
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1. What is the man going to take to the repair shop?
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What are you doing today, Pete?
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I'm going into town to get a better lamp for my desk.
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Then I'm going to the repair shop.
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My CD player is broken.
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Do you think they'll be able to make it work?
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Yes.
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I took my old television there.
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It's as good as new now.
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Now listen again.
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What are you doing today, Pete?
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I'm going into town to get a better lamp for my desk.
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Then I'm going to the repair shop.
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My CD player is broken.
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Do you think they'll be able to make it work?
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Yes.
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I took my old television there.
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It's as good as new now.
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2. How will Nancy and Joe get to the sports centre?
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Nancy, shall we go to the sports centre by car or by bus?
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I think we should walk, Jo.
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The traffic will be bad and the walk will be good for us.
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I suppose you're right.
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It's not that far.
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Can we get the bus back?
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Let's see how tired we are when we've finished.
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Now listen again.
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Nancy, shall we go to the sports centre by car or by bus?
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I think we should walk, Jo.
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The traffic will be bad and the walk will be good for us.
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I suppose you're right.
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It's not that far.
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Can we get the bus back?
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Let's see how tired we are when we've finished.
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Three.
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How much is the prize for the competition?
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What are you writing, Marco?
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It's a story.
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I want to win a competition.
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I need £300 for my holiday.
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How much can you win?
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£200.
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I've already got £100, so if I win, I can go.
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Now listen again.
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What are you writing, Marco?
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It's a story.
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I want to win a competition.
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I need £300 for my holiday.
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How much can you win?
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£200.
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I've already got £100, so if I win, I can go.
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4. What will the weather be like tomorrow lunchtime?
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Have you got the newspaper there?
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Can you read me the weather forecast for tomorrow?
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I hope it isn't going to rain for our picnic lunch.
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There will be fog early in the day,
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but it will go by the middle of the morning with winds from the east.
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Great.
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Yes, but the wind will get stronger through the day.
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Now listen again.
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Have you got the newspaper there?
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Can you read me the weather forecast for tomorrow?
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I hope it isn't going to rain for our picnic lunch.
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There will be fog early in the day,
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but it will go by the middle of the morning with winds from the east.
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Great.
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Yes, but the wind will get stronger through the day.
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Five.
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What time will they leave home?
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Paul, when do you want to go?
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It's seven-thirty already.
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Be ready at ten to wait.
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We should leave then.
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You booked the table for eight-fifteen, didn't you?
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Yes, and we mustn't be late.
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Now listen again.
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Paul, when do you want to go?
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It's 7.30 already.
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Be ready at 10 to 8.
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We should leave then.
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You booked the table for 8.15, didn't you?
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Yes, and we mustn't be late.
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That is the end of part one.
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Thank you.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice listening comprehension and speaking skills through the Cambridge Key English Test (KET), specifically focusing on Test 4, Part 1. The test consists of five short conversations, during which you will improve your ability to understand spoken English in everyday contexts. By listening to each conversation twice, you can effectively enhance your listening skills and prepare for real-life discussions. This practice will also help you adopt the shadowing technique, which is an excellent method to improve English pronunciation by mimicking the speakers.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • repair shop - a place where broken items are fixed
  • traffic - the movement of vehicles on the road
  • meeting - a gathering of people to discuss something
  • tired - feeling a need to rest or sleep
  • lamp - a device that produces light
  • bus - a large road vehicle that carries passengers
  • sports centre - a facility for various sports and physical activities
  • old television - a TV set that is no longer new or in regular use

Practice Tips

To maximize your speaking and listening practice, consider using the shadowing app to simulate real-life conversations. Here’s how to effectively employ the shadowing technique with this lesson:

  • Listen Carefully: While listening to each conversation, focus on the intonation, rhythm, and pronunciation of the speakers. Notice how they emphasize certain words and phrases.
  • Repeat After Them: After each conversation, pause the audio and repeat what you heard. This will help you practice your English pronunciation and improve your fluency.
  • Maintain the Pace: The speed of the conversations is designed for A2 learners. Use it to your advantage; repeat at the same speed to develop comfort with spoken English.
  • Record Yourself: Use your phone or a recording device to capture your practice. Listen back to compare your pronunciation with the original speakers. This feedback is essential for tracking your progress.
  • Consistent Practice: Aim for daily practice sessions using the conversations from this KET test. Regular shadow speech will significantly enhance your speaking skills over time.

By following these tips and utilizing shadowspeaks, you will see noticeable improvements in your English speaking ability, making conversations easier and more natural.

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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