Shadowing Practice: TOEIC listening Part 3 - Short Conversations - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Questions 32 to 34 refer to the following conversation.
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Hi, Linda.
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I noticed that the promotional flyers for next week's product launch haven't been printed yet.
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Is there a problem with the design?
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The design is finished, but the marketing director requested a few changes to the product specifications section.
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I received the revised information this morning.
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I see.
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Will the printing company still be able to deliver everything on time?
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Yes.
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I spoke with them earlier today, and they said that if we send the final version by 3 p .m., the flyers will be ready by Friday afternoon.
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That's good news.
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I'll review the updated content right away so we can meet the deadline.
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Great.
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Once you've approved it, I'll forward the file to the printer immediately.
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Question 32.
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What are the speakers mainly discussing?
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A. A customer complaint about a product.
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B. The preparation of promotional materials.
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C. A delay in employee training.
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D. The opening of a new office.
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Question 33.
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Why has the printing been delayed?
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A. The printing company is closed.
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B. The product launch was canceled.
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C. Some information needed to be revised.
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D. The design team has not completed its work.
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Question 34.
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What will the man most likely do next?
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A. Contact customers about the launch.
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B. Approve the updated content.
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C. Visit the printing company.
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D. Schedule a staff meeting.
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Questions 32 -34 refer to the following conversation.
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Hi, Linda.
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I noticed that the promotional flyers for next week's product launch haven't been printed yet.
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Is there a problem with the design?
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The design is finished, but the marketing director requested a few changes to the product specifications section.
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I received the revised information this morning.
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I see.
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Will the printing company still be able to deliver everything on time?
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Yes.
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I spoke with them earlier today, and they said that if we send the final version by 3 p .m., the flyers will be ready by Friday afternoon.
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That's good news.
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I'll review the updated content right away so we can meet the deadline.
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Great.
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Once you've approved it, I'll forward the file to the printer immediately.

Who Is This Video For?

This video is perfect for intermediate English learners prepping for the TOEIC Listening test, as well as anyone aiming to boost their english speaking practice skills. It’s ideal for those who want to master real-world workplace conversations—think coordinating deadlines, troubleshooting delays, and clarifying tasks. If you’re working on IELTS speaking practice too, the natural dialogue flow and clear pronunciation make it a great tool for honing fluency.

Words & Idioms Worth Stealing

The conversation is packed with practical phrases for professional settings. "Promotional flyers" (advertising materials) and "product launch" (the introduction of a new product) are key terms for business English. "Revised information" (updated details) and "meet the deadline" (finish on time) are must-know for discussing projects. Also, "forward the file" (send a document) is a common phrase in email and office communication—steal these to sound more confident in workplace chats.

How to Get the Accent Right

To nail the pronunciation in this dialogue, focus on the natural rhythm of questions and responses. Notice how the speaker stresses "Is there a problem with the design?"—the rise in intonation at the end signals a genuine inquiry. For shadow speech practice, repeat the lines aloud immediately after the speaker, mimicking their pace and stress. Pay attention to "3 p.m."—pronounce it "three p-m" (not "three pm") for clarity. The phrase "right away" is spoken quickly, almost "rightaway"—imitate this to sound more natural. Use shadow speak techniques daily with this video to train your mouth and ears to keep up with real-time conversations, a skill that will boost both your TOEIC and shadowspeaks abilities.

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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