Shadowing Practice: TOEIC Listening Practice Test: Part 1 - 20 Photograph (2026) - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Welcome to English Exam Essentials.
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Welcome to TOEIC Listening Part 1, Photographs.
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In this practice video, you will look at 20 photographs.
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For each photograph, you will hear four statements.
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The statements will not be printed on the screen and will be spoken only one time.
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You must choose the one statement that best describes what you see in the photograph.
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Remember, in the official TOEIC test, Part 1 includes only six photographs.
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This extended set is provided for additional practice and skill development.
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Look carefully at the people, objects, and actions shown in each picture.
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Pay close attention to what is happening, where the scene is taking place, and how items are positioned.
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Remember that the test frequently uses synonyms in paraphrasing.
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Some statements may sound correct, but describe something that is not shown in the photograph.
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Do not make assumptions about people's intentions or what will happen next.
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Base your answer only on what you can clearly see.
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You will have a few seconds to look at each photograph before the statements begin.
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Now let's begin with number one.
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Look at the picture marked number one in the screen.
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A. Goods are being unloaded.
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The truck is being repaired.
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The driver is refueling the vehicle.
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The warehouse is closed.
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Number 2.
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Look at the picture marked number 2 in your screen.
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A. People are boarding a bus.
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B. Luggage is being weighed at the counter.
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C. A plane is landing on the runway.
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D. Tickets are being collected inside the cabin.
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Number 3.
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Look at the picture marked number 3 in your screen.
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A. A reservation is being changed.
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B. Receipts are being printed.
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C. Orders are being canceled D.
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A payment is being made Number 4 Look at the picture marked number 4 in your screen
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A. Medical equipment is being repaired B.
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The patient is receiving an examination C.
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A prescription is being filled.
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D. The patient is leaving the clinic.
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Number 5.
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Look at the picture marked number 5 in your screen.
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A. They are boarding a train.
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B. The bus is arriving.
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C. People are waiting for transportation.
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D. Tickets are being checked.
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Number 6.
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Look at the picture marked number 6 in your screen.
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A. An award ceremony is starting.
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B. The track is being repaired.
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C. Shoes are being changed.
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D. A race is underway.
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Number 7.
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Look at the picture marked number 7 in your screen.
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A. Workers are loading boxes onto a truck.
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B. Apples are being picked and placed into containers.
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C. Farming equipment is being repaired in the field.
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D. The trees are being trimmed with tools.
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Number 8.
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Look at the picture marked number 8 in your screen.
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A. People are paddling together in a raft on rough water.
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B. The passengers are preparing to board a boat at a dock.
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C. Equipment is being unloaded onto the shore.
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D. The river is calm and empty.
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Number 9.
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Look at the picture marked number 9 in your screen.
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A. Rooms are being renovated.
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B. Supplies are being delivered.
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C. Guest rooms are being serviced.
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D. Luggage is being transported.
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Number 10 Look at the picture marked number 10 in your screen.
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A. Everyone is sleeping inside the tents.
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B. The group is setting up tents before sunset.
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C. Firewood is being chopped nearby.
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D. People are gathered around a campfire.
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Number 11.
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Look at the picture marked number 11 in your screen.
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A. They are posing and smiling for a photo.
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B. The fountain has been turned off for maintenance.
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C. The man is asking for directions from a local resident.
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D. The bags are being searched at an entrance gate.
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Number 12.
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Look at the picture marked number 12 in your screen.
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A. A passenger is reaching up to close an overhead bin.
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B. The aisle seats are being adjusted.
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C. Safety instructions are being demonstrated.
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D. The cabin lights have been turned off.
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Number 13.
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Look at the picture marked number 13 in your screen.
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A. She is explaining a product to a customer.
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B. Two customers are paying at a checkout counter.
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C. Medicine is being placed on the shelves.
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D. The store is closing for the day.
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Number 14.
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Look at the picture marked number 14 in your screen.
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A. Snowboards are being carried across the slope.
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B. The skiers are riding a chairlift up the mountain.
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C. The group is removing their ski boots.
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D. A ski instructor is giving a lesson.
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Number 15.
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Look at the picture marked number 15 in your screen.
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A. One of the players is explaining the rules.
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B. The board is being packed away after the game.
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C. They are playing a game of chess at a table.
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D. The pieces are being cleaned.
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Number 16.
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Look at the picture marked number 16 in your screen.
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A. A cyclist is crossing an intersection.
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B. Traffic lights are being repaired.
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C. Cars are being parked along the road.
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D. Pedestrians are waiting at a bus stop.
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Number 17.
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Look at the picture marked number 17 in your screen.
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A. Passengers are boarding the aircraft.
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B. Passengers are leaving the aircraft.
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C. Travelers are waiting at a gate.
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D. The aircraft is taxiing.
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Number 18.
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Look at the picture marked number 18 in your screen.
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A. Students are waiting for a class to begin.
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B. Reference books are being checked out.
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C. Students are studying together in a library.
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D. The study area is being reserved.
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Number 19.
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Look at the picture marked number 19 in your screen.
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A. Asphalt is being applied to the roadway.
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B. The road surface is being removed by heavy machinery.
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C. Safety cones are being placed along the street.
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D. Vehicles are waiting to pass through the area.
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Number 20.
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Look at the picture marked number 20 in your screen.
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A. The woman is unpacking deliveries.
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B. The woman is organizing boxes.
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C. The woman is throwing away documents.
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D. The woman is labeling shelves.
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Now, let's look at the answers.
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Thank you for watching.
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We wish you the very best in your TOEIC preparation.

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Master TOEIC Listening & Speaking: Real-Life Scenarios to Boost Your Skills

Imagine this: You’re prepping for the TOEIC test, and you need to quickly understand spoken English—from descriptions of photos to everyday conversations. The video’s practice session mirrors real test conditions, where you listen, analyze, and choose the best description. This isn’t just about passing a test; it’s about training your brain to catch details, synonyms, and context—skills that make you a stronger English speaker, too!

Useful Chunks & Collocations to Memorize

  • "Goods are being unloaded" – Perfect for describing work scenes (warehouses, trucks).
  • "A payment is being made" – Common in retail or service settings; great for daily conversations.
  • "People are waiting for transportation" – A must-know for talking about commutes or travel.
  • "A race is underway" – Useful for sports or even casual chats about busy schedules.
  • "Tickets are being checked" – Essential for travel scenarios (trains, buses, events).

These phrases aren’t just for the TOEIC—they’re building blocks for fluent, natural speech. Plus, they’ll help you improve English pronunciation as you practice saying them out loud!

Your Shadowing Challenge: Speak Like a Pro, Now!

Ready to turn listening into speaking? Here’s your task: Pick one of the photo descriptions from the video (like "A race is underway" or "Luggage is being weighed at the counter"). Play the audio, pause, and repeat the sentence immediately, matching the tone, speed, and stress. Do this 5 times for 3 different sentences. This is called "shadowing"—a proven way to train your mouth and ears to work together. For extra practice, use a shadowing site or try "shadowspeak" (yes, that’s the term!) with a friend. The more you "shadow speak," the faster you’ll notice your pronunciation and fluency improve. Small, daily challenges like this lead to big wins—so start now, and watch your skills soar!

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 itwill not be printed · is provided · are positioned
Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters nowhas been turned · have been turned
Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — something happening right now or around nowis happening · are being · is being
Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or predictionwill look · will hear · will not be

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.

Shadowing technique: read the full step-by-step guide →