Shadowing Practice: Latest U.S. Visa Interview 🇺🇸 | US Embassy Test - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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name my name is Mahima Nibali.
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name my name is Mahima Nibali.
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Mahima I'm gonna ask you a few questions regarding your application.
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First of all Mahima what is your purpose in traveling to the United States?
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Official my purpose of traveling to the United States is to pursue my bachelor degree in psychology in Southwest Minnesota State University.
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Okay and have you ever visited the United States before?
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No official.
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Have you ever been denied a visa to the United States?
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Yes official.
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Okay tell me about that what happened officer my visa interview was in September 4 2024
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and then I was rejected on that day officer asked me about my parents occupation
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and then I told him I told him
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and then he said you are not eligible for visa he did not give me a chance to talk
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and then I was rejected I'm sorry what change have you
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made since then officer I have changed two things one is changed my course from sociology to psychology
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and also changed my university from Kent State University to Southwest Minnesota State University
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and I have a very good valid reason for that.
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I chose psychology before because I was really interested in people,
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human development in society and community
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and then after I rejected I went to a lot of realises and thought and then I saw and And I thought,
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even I researched about psychology,
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it mainly focused on human behavior,
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emotional, how to recover from emotional challenges and stress.
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And then I thought psychology was the best fit for me.
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So these things I changed.
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Okay, very good, very good.
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And tell me that you chose the United States for what reason?
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You could have studied in psychology here in Nepal.
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I'm not sure I know I can get I can study psychology here in Nepal in a cheap cheap also
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but studying in the United States is far more made better than in Nepal
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and also there are tools that are available in United States
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which are not fully available in Nepal and then the education such as SPSS
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which is statistical package for social science which is to know about stress level of people and also
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electro electro new fellow gram which is to know about the brainwaves
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and So like that tools they are ever they are not fully available in Nepal
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So and also the education system more focuses on practical knowledge more than the theoretical knowledge
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and also It has a flexible education system and it provides a world-class education What's flexible mean?
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Like advanced research and then I can go out to do internship and also I can research while I'm studying.
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Okay, very good.
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And it's expensive to study in the United States, Mahima.
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Who will be your sponsor?
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I'm sure my parents will be my sponsor and they can fully fund my education.
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What do they do?
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I'm sure my parents are the school owners.
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They own a private school in Pokhara
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which is called Holy Angel English School where we have 500 plus students
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and then the combined income of my parents is 30 000 per annum
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and also we have our own water resources
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which go 70 plus houses near to my house where we get nine thousand dollar per annum
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and also we have a property valuation of thirty thousand dollar
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and also a saving account of thirty five thousand dollar okay may i see your documents please Yes, officer.
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School, water resources, savings, and property.
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Okay, that's all there.
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Very good.
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What are the ties that would bring you back to a Nepal?
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Officer, my main goal is to build my career here in Nepal.
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So, I have a really strong family connection here here
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and also in this school I am involved in this school
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and once I get a degree from United States I want to bring back
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that knowledge and education to my country and then help in my community church
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and also people around my neighborhood and also other people who are facing problems with anxiety,
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depression, panic attacks and mental health issues.
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Okay, once you complete your studies, what are your plans?
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Once I complete my studies,
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my plan is to return back to Nepal and build my career here.
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Okay, and what do you see yourself doing in ten years time?
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In ten years time, I see myself being an established psychologist here in Nepal,
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opening my own private practice and working in a school as a counselor counselor
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and also doing work in a rural area of Neibah.
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Sounds like a great plan Mayimah.
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Tell me about your academic background.
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In my high school I got 3.20 and also I studied diploma in ophthalmic science where I got 3.20.
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Tell me about your English proficiency tests?
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I gave, officially I gave IELTS and I got 6.5 not less than 5.5.
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Very good and tell me why should I give you a visa today?
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Officers you should give me a visa today because I have valid reason for that.
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My academics is good and also my English proficiency is good
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and I'm financially strong and also I will be returned back to Nepal after I graduate
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and then I will stay under the rules of of F1 visa.
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Okay well that looks good but what if I deny your visa today what will you do?
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Official I'm confident that you will grant me a visa today
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but if any problem and then I got rejected today I will go
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and review the reason carefully and then reapply for next intake
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because studying in United States to get my education is my main goal.
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Okay very good but sometimes we get homesick
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when we go to the United States it's a long way from Nepal what are you gonna do
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if you get homes of which I understand I may feel homesickness
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but it's a generation of technology I can stay connected with my family members
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and friends through online on also I will be participated in student clubs
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and activities and programs related to my career that university provided
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and also I will use the resources that university have like
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if I get homesickness I will use counselor and advisor and also involving with my friends.
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Okay.
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It's a full English speaking environment.
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How do you how are you going to to get used to that?
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Officially, I've been using and learning English for many years,
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and then I study in English medium school and also and also Sorry.
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It's okay.
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Yeah.
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I've been using English and learning for many years
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and then I studied English in English medium school and then I love to speak in English.
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I enjoy reading and watching movies and practicing English so I think I will be able to adopt English easily.
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I think so too.
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It sounds like it.
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The cultural difference is very vastly different in culture.
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How do I get adjusted to the culture?
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Official I'm really eager to collect the new experiences
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and then where I can share my culture and then where I can Learn culture from there too.
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So it won't be a problem for me to adopt the culture Very good.
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What about you know a lot of the classes have heavy loads
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that you have a lot of exams a lot of papers a lot of Presentations.
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What if you start getting behind in your studies?
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What will you do?
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Officer, I have very hard working students.
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Once I look and then it's really easy for me to study.
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And if that thing happens,
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I will use the university resources like advisors and counselors and also meet professors and classmates if I need it.
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And also using the tutors.
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Okay, very good, very good.
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And how will you make your university a better place, Maima?
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How will it be a positive influence?
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I believe I can make a university a better place
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because I have a capability of leadership where I can work as a volunteer in the programs that universities have.
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And also I can share,
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as I'm from Nepal, I can share my cultural background to my friends in a multicultural environment.
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Excellent.
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Well, I'm so happy to grant your visa today to study in the United States.
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Great job, Mayma.
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Fantastic.
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Thank you.
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Keep up the good work.
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I hope your cold is feeling better.
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Yeah.
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Thank you, sir.
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Great.
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Great.

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Practicing speaking skills using real-life scenarios from videos such as "Latest U.S. Visa Interview" offers English learners a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in authentic conversations. In this interview, Mahima discusses significant details about her educational journey, providing context for various speaking situations. By engaging with this material, learners can enhance their ability to articulate their thoughts clearly and confidently during similar interviews, whether they are for visa applications or any academic discussions. Shadow speech techniques, such as repeating what Mahima says, can significantly boost fluency and retention. This method, popularly known as shadowing, allows learners to practice their English alongside native speakers, helping them develop the rhythm and flow of conversational English.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

Throughout the transcript, several key structures and expressions are utilized that are valuable for learners to understand:

  • “What is your purpose in traveling to the United States?” - This question structure is common in interviews and helps learners formulate inquiries about intentions and objectives.
  • “I have changed two things…” - This sentence demonstrates the present perfect tense, which is widely useful in discussing changes or experiences relevant to the present.
  • “I chose psychology because… and I thought…” - The use of conjunctions here enables learners to express reasoning and personal thought processes effectively.
  • “I can study psychology here in Nepal...” - This construction showcases the conditional, allowing learners to compare possibilities and discuss various options available to them.

Common Pronunciation Traps

While watching the video, learners might encounter specific pronunciation challenges, especially with the following words:

  • “Psychology” - The silent 'p' can be tricky; practice breaking it down to the syllables: 'psi-co-lo-gy.'
  • “University” - Pay attention to the pronunciation of the second syllable, ensuring it sounds like 'ver' rather than 'very.'
  • “Occupation” - The 'c' can cause confusion; practice saying it clearly: 'oc-cu-pa-tion.'
  • “Resources” - This can often be pronounced incorrectly; focus on enunciating both the 's' and 'r' sounds.

Utilizing these insights from the video can lead to significant improvements in speaking and understanding. By incorporating these phrases and focusing on common pronunciation challenges while practicing, you'll be well-equipped for your own IELTS speaking practice and beyond, enhancing your overall English communication skills.

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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