Shadowing Practice: SPIDER-MAN WAS ARRESTED & INTERROGATED! NO WAY HOME. - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Federal agents, open up!
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Federal agents, you stay here.
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Department of Damage Control.
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We have a warrant for the arrest of Peter Parker.
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You know the Fourth Amendment?
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Sure.
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Unreasonable search and seizure?
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Get in here, guys.
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Let's go.
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I didn't kill Quentin Beck.
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The drones did, okay?
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The drones that are yours.
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No. Well, look, Nick Fury was there the entire time.
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Just ask him and he can explain everything.
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Nick Fury has been off-planet for the last year.
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What?
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Peter!
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MJ!
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They have nothing to do with this, sir.
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Don't say you'd be without a lawyer!
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I want a lawyer.
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Miss Jones Watson?
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Jones, I don't go by Watson.
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Miss Jones, why do you want a lawyer if...
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Five nothing to hide.
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Exactly.
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Unless...
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I'm actually guilty of something.
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I'm very aware of your tactics and my rights.
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Just answer my questions.
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I've seen your file.
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You're a smart young woman with a bright future ahead of her.
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Why would you risk it all by getting involved with a vigilante like Peter Parker?
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So sorry to keep you waiting.
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Can we get Ned a snack, please?
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Absolutely.
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He's been waiting here.
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I got you.
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Dude, I'm so sorry about that.
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I'm not supposed to say anything to you.
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No, Ned, not even a thing.
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I just have one question.
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When MJ told you that Peter was Spider-Man...
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Whoa, whoa, whoa.
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What's up?
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I knew way before MJ did.
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I was Spider-Man's guy in the chair.
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Oh, I know about those.
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Dude, half my guys are guys in the chair.
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Exactly.
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You would know.
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I literally helped him find the vulture.
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I didn't know that.
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And I helped him hack a suit once and kind of helped him get the space.
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So in Spider-Man's illegal vigilantism, you were his main accomplice.
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I would like to have my words stricken from the record.
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With all due respect, and I mean that very and sincerely, unless you have some real specific charges to throw at us, legally, you can't hold us here.
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You should definitely lawyer up.
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Excuse me?
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Child endangerment's a nasty rap.
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A boy was entrusted to you, and as his legal guardian, essentially his mother, you not only allowed him to endanger himself, but you actually encouraged it.
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Who does that?
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I want to see Peter right now.
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Stark Industries was caught in the web of the Spider-Man Mysterio controversy today
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when federal agents opened an investigation into missing Stark technology.
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Agents want to know exactly what was taken.
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At least they used a good picture.
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What is happening?
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That's great.
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Thank you.
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Well, I have some good news, Peter.
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I don't believe any of the charges against you are going to stick.
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Wait, seriously?
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Oh, I knew it.
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Nice.
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Oh, my God, Mr. Murdoch.
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Thank you.
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That's amazing.
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You're welcome.
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Perfect.
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However, Mr. Hogan, the feds are actively investigating that missing technology.
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I understand your loyalty to Mr. Stark and his legacy, but if you were involved...
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If I was involved, I'd advise securing a lawyer.
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I need a lawyer because I'm under-advisement.
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I thought he would...
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You said there's no charges.
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I could say under-advisement at counsel, I refuse to answer the question respectfully because the answer couldn't incriminate me because it's...
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What would they say in goodfellas?
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I know that's what you think.
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Calm down.
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Let's see what he has to say.
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Matt?
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You're gonna need a really good lawyer.
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Peter, you may have dodged your legal troubles, but things will get much worse.
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There is still a court of public opinion.
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Oh!
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How did you just do that?
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I'm a really good lawyer.

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Key Speaking Skills to Build from This Spider-Man Clip

This video’s intense dialogue is a goldmine for practicing conversational fluency under pressure and assertive communication. Notice how Peter and MJ defend themselves while staying clear—skills critical for real-world interactions, from job interviews to IELTS speaking practice. You’ll also learn to navigate interruptions (e.g., “Peter! MJ!”) and maintain focus, a must for natural conversations.

Listen For These Connected Speech Patterns

Native speakers often link or reduce words, and this clip is full of examples. Listen for “I didn’t kill” becoming “I din’t kill” (reduction of “didn’t”), and “What’s up?” sounding like “Wassup?” (linking “what” and “is”). Phrases like “get in here” blend into “get in ‘ere” (elision of the “h” in “here”). These patterns are key for understanding fast speech—and using a shadowing app can help you mimic them until they feel natural.

Say It Like a Native: Rhythm and Stress

To sound authentic, mirror the speakers’ stress and rhythm. In “I want a lawyer,” stress “want” and “lawyer” to emphasize urgency. MJ’s line “I’m very aware of your tactics” stresses “very” and “tactics” to show confidence—copy this to convey strength in your own speech. Practice shadowing (or “shadow speak”) by repeating lines aloud, matching the speed and pitch. Tools like shadowspeak or shadowspeaks can help you compare your delivery to the original, making it easier to refine your rhythm. Whether you’re prepping for IELTS speaking practice or just want to sound more natural, this clip’s dynamic dialogue is the perfect practice partner.

Grammar in this video

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

StructureIn the video
Passive voice be + past participle — the focus is on what happens, not who does itwas entrusted · was caught · was taken
Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters nowhas been · I've seen

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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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