Shadowing Practice: Listening B1, PET 1 for Schools, Test 1, Part 1 - Learn English Speaking with YouTube
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Now open your question paper and look at part one.
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There are seven questions in this part.
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For each question, there are three pictures and a short recording.
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For each question, choose the correct answer, A, B, or C.
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Before we start, here is an example.
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Where is the girl's hat?
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Where's your new hat, Sally?
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I hope you haven't left it on the school bus.
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Don't worry, Mum.
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I put it in my school bag because I was too hot.
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Are you sure?
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I can't see it there.
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You probably dropped it in the road somewhere.
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Oh, here it is, hanging in the hall.
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I forgot to take it this morning.
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The answer is A.
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Look at the three pictures for question one now.
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Now we are ready to start.
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Listen carefully.
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You will hear each recording twice.
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One.
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Which dish did Mark cook in the competition?
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So you've won the Teenage Chef competition, Mark.
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Congratulations!
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Thanks.
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In the competition, you choose whether to cook a meat,
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fish or vegetarian dish.
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Then you're judged on the taste and how attractive it looks.
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I couldn't decide between fish and vegetables.
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I've never been brilliant at meat dishes.
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Then I found the judge was an expert in cooking fish,
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which worried me, so I went for my other choice and won.
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Now listen again.
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So you've won the Teenage Chef competition, Mark.
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Congratulations!
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Thanks.
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In the competition, you choose whether to cook a meat,
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fish or vegetarian dish.
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Then you're judged on the taste and how attractive it looks.
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I couldn't decide between fish and vegetables.
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I've never been brilliant at meat dishes.
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Then I found the judge was an expert in cooking fish,
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which worried me, so I went from my other choice and won.
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2. Where is the girl's book now?
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Excuse me, I think I left my book on this table.
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Have you seen it?
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Oh, yes.
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I took it inside with the empty glass when I cleared the table.
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I gave it to the manager who put it with the other lost property.
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He keeps it all in the drawer of his desk.
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I see.
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Where is he now?
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He's on the phone inside the cafe.
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Why don't you go inside?
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He'll be finished in a minute.
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Now listen again.
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Excuse me, I think I left my book on this table.
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Have you seen it?
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Oh, yes.
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I took it inside with the empty glass when I cleared the table.
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I gave it to the manager who put it with the other lost property.
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He keeps it all in the drawer of his desk.
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I see.
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Where is he now?
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He's on the phone inside the café.
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Why don't you go inside?
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He'll be finished in a minute.
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3. Who lives with Josh in his house?
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Does your house seem empty now your sister's left home, Josh?
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Not really.
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My grandmother's moved into her room and she doesn't go out much.
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It's really nice having her there because my dad never comes home until later and if my mum's out for the evening,
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grandma cooks supper for me.
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Now listen again.
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Does your house seem empty now your sister's left home, Josh?
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Not really.
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My grandmother's moved into her room and she doesn't go out much.
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It's really nice having her there because my dad never comes home until later.
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And if my mum's out for the evening,
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grandma cooks supper for me.
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Have you packed for your holiday?
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No, I need to go shopping before I can do that.
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Last holiday my suitcase handle got broken,
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so I need something new to put all my stuff in.
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But suitcases are so heavy to carry.
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I always take a backpack.
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You can carry more that way.
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Yes, I thought about one of those,
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but good quality ones are expensive.
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I'll get one of those big sports bags,
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you know, one you can pull along.
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They don't cost much, so it doesn't matter if it gets torn.
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Now listen again.
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Have you packed for your holiday?
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No, I need to go shopping before I can do that.
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Last holiday, my suitcase handle got broken,
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so I need something new to put all my stuff in.
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But suitcases are so heavy to carry.
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I always take a backpack.
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You can carry more that way.
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Yes, I thought about one of those,
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but good quality ones are expensive.
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I'll get one of those big sports bags,
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you know, one you can pull along.
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They don't cost much, so it doesn't matter if it gets torn.
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5. What time will the train to Manchester leave?
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The train arriving at Platform 6 is the 11.45 from Manchester.
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The train due to arrive at Platform 4 in approximately 5 minutes is the delayed 11.30 train to Manchester.
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The train will now depart at 11.50 and travel non-stop.
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We apologise to passengers for the delay.
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Refreshments will not be available on this train.
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Now listen again.
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The train arriving at Platform 6 is the 11.45 from Manchester.
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The train due to arrive at Platform 4 in approximately 5 minutes is the delayed 11.30 train to Manchester.
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The train will now depart at 11.50 and travel non-stop.
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We apologise to passengers for the delay.
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Refreshments will not be available on this train.
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6. Where will the friends meet?
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Hi, it's Kimberly.
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I got your message and I'd love to go to the movies.
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There's a film called Spy Game or Comedy.
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I don't mind which.
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Shall we meet outside the cinema?
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Or I know, at the burger bar on the corner.
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We could have a snack before we go in,
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or we could meet at the bus station.
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Mum's driving me into town this afternoon to buy some trainers,
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so I won't be near the station,
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but something to eat first is a good idea.
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Shall we say six o'clock?
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Okay.
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Now listen again.
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Hi, it's Kimberly.
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I got your message and I'd love to go to the movies.
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There's a film called Spy Game or Comedy.
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I don't mind which.
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Shall we meet outside the cinema?
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Or I know, at the burger bar on the corner.
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We could have a snack before we go in or we could meet at the bus station.
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Mum's driving me into town this afternoon to buy some trainers,
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so I won't be near the station.
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But something to eat first is a good idea.
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Shall we say six o'clock?
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OK.
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Seven.
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Which sport will the boy do soon at the centre?
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Have you been to the new water sports centre yet?
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Oh, yes.
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It's brilliant.
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There are two indoor pools,
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one for underwater diving and one for swimming.
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And you can also have sailing lessons on the lake.
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That's what I'm doing there next weekend, actually.
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I was hoping to take water skiing lessons,
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but the leaflet says they're not starting those until next year.
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Now listen again.
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Have you been to the new water sports centre yet?
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Oh yes, it's brilliant.
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There are two indoor pools,
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one for underwater diving and one for swimming.
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And you can also have sailing lessons on the lake.
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That's what I'm doing there next weekend, actually.
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I was hoping to take water skiing lessons,
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but the leaflet says they're not starting those until next year.
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That is the end of part one.
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Context & Background
This listening practice is designed for students preparing for the B1 PET (Preliminary English Test) level. The audio snippets involve everyday conversations that help learners familiarize themselves with natural English speech. The speakers discuss common situations—such as losing items and cooking competitions—allowing learners to hear authentic dialogue while engaging in active listening. Such exercises are crucial for enhancing comprehension skills while building a solid foundation for improving English pronunciation through contextual exposure.
Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication
- “I hope you haven't left it on the school bus.” - A common phrase showing concern over misplaced items.
- “I put it in my school bag because I was too hot.” - This phrase reflects everyday decision-making in casual conversations.
- “Are you sure?” - A simple yet effective way to express doubt or seek confirmation.
- “Congratulations on winning!” - A phrase used to celebrate someone's achievement, suitable for various contexts.
- “I think I left my book on this table.” - A useful phrase when discussing lost belongings in public places.
Step-by-step Shadowing Guide
Using the shadowing technique can significantly help you improve your English speaking practice, particularly with recordings like this one. Here’s a step-by-step guide to maximize your learning experience:
- Listen Actively: Start by listening to the recording without looking at the transcript. Focus on the tone, intonation, and rhythm of the speakers.
- First Repetition: Play the audio again and follow along with the transcript. Note down any unfamiliar words or phrases that catch your attention.
- Shadow the Speaker: Use a shadowing app or a shadowing site to repeat what you hear simultaneously with the speakers. Try to mimic their intonation and pace to improve English pronunciation.
- Slow Down: If necessary, slow down the audio to better grasp the words. This will take away the pressure and allow you to focus on clarity.
- Record Yourself: After practicing, record your voice while repeating the dialogue. Compare it to the original and identify areas for improvement.
By incorporating these techniques into your study routine, you will build confidence and finesse in English communication. Remember, regular practice is key, so make it a point to engage in these exercises consistently!
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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