Shadowing Practice: TOEIC Speaking Test 37 – Practice Test With Answers - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Questions 1 to 2.
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Read a text aloud.
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Directions.
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In this part, you will be asked to read aloud the text on the screen.
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You will have 45 seconds to prepare.
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Then, you will have 45 seconds to read the text out loud.
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Begin preparing now.
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Thank you.
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Begin reading now.
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Discover the historic side of downtown with City Steps Walking Tours.
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Our two -hour guided tour visits several famous landmarks, public squares, and local shops.
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Tours begin every morning at 9 .30 in front of the City Hall.
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Comfortable shoes are recommended and bottled water is provided.
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Reserve online at least one day in advance to receive a discounted ticket price.
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Begin preparing now.
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Begin reading now.
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Thank you for shopping at Homestyle Furniture.
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We now offer scheduled delivery service for all large furniture purchases within the city.
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Customers may choose morning or afternoon delivery depending on availability.
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Our delivery team will place each item in the room of your choice.
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Please make sure hallways and entrances are clear before the scheduled arrival time.
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Directions.
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In this part, you will be asked to describe the pictures on the screen in as much detail as possible.
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You will have 45 seconds to prepare your response.
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Then you will have 30 seconds to talk about the pictures.
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Begin preparing now.
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Thank you.
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Begin speaking now.
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This picture was taken in a park.
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In the foreground, a woman is smiling and handing a paper cup to a young boy standing next to her.
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In the center, several family members are sitting and standing around a picnic table with food,
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fruit, cookies, and bottles of water.
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On the right side, two children are sitting on the grass and playing cards.
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In the background, many people are enjoying the park, and some children are playing in the playground.
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Begin preparing now.
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Begin speaking now.
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This picture was taken inside a dental clinic.
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In the foreground, a receptionist is smiling and talking with a woman at the front desk.
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The woman is carrying a large black bag and appears to be checking in for an appointment.
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On the right side, several patients are sitting in the waiting area and looking at their phones.
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In the background, I can see treatment rooms, chairs, and another person waiting.
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Directions.
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In this part, you will be asked to answer three questions.
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After listening to each question, you will have three seconds to prepare your response.
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You will have 15 seconds to respond to questions 5 and 6 and 30 seconds to respond to question 7.
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Imagine you are having a conversation with a family member about buying used products.
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Have you ever bought a second -hand item?
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What did you buy?
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Begin preparing now.
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Begin speaking now.
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Yes, I had bought second -hand items before. For example,
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I once bought a use desk for my home because it was in great condition and much cheaper than a new one.
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I also like buying use books in yard sales.
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What is the main advantage of buying secondhand products.
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Begin preparing now.
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Begin speaking now.
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I think the main advantage is saving money.
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Secondhand products usually cost much less, so people can buy useful or high -quality items without spending too much.
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Do you think more people should consider buying secondhand items instead of new ones?
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Why or why not?
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Begin preparing now.
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Begin speaking now.
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Yes, I think more people should consider buying secondhand items because it can save money and also reduce waste.
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For example, instead of throwing away furniture, clothes, or electronics that are still in good condition, people can sell them to someone else.
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This is better for the environment and can also help families spend less.
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Of course, I would still buy some things new, but for many products, buying secondhand is a smart and practical choice.
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Directions.
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In this part, you will be asked to refer to information on the screen in order to answer three questions.
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The information will be shown for 45 seconds before you hear the questions.
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After listening to each question, you will have three seconds to prepare your response.
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You will have 15 seconds to respond to questions 8 and 9, and 30 seconds to respond to question 10.
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Begin preparing now.
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Hello, I am a new employee and I need to prepare for the training day.
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What time do I need to arrive and what item am I required to bring with me?
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Begin preparing now.
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Begin speaking now.
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Welcome to the team.
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You need to arrive by 8 .30 a .m.
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You're also required to bring your employee identification card with you.
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I heard that the session on workplace communication skills is scheduled for the afternoon after lunch.
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Is that correct?
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Begin preparing now.
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Begin speaking now.
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No, that is not correct.
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The workplace communication skills session is scheduled in the morning from 9 to 10 a .m.
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I really wanted to go to that one, but I have a meeting outside the office in the morning, so I can only attend after lunch.
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Could you please tell me about all the sessions scheduled in the afternoon, including their times?
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Begin preparing now.
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Begin speaking now.
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Yes, I can help you with that.
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After lunch, there are three scheduled sessions.
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The first one is time management and productivity, which is from 1 .30 to 2 .30 p .m.
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The next one is workplace safety procedures from 2 .45 to 3 .45 p .m.
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Finally, questions and closing remarks is from 3 .45 to 4 p .m., which is the last session of the day.
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Directions In this part, we'll be asked to give your thoughts on a certain topic.
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It is to your advantage to speak as much as possible in the time provided.
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You will have 30 seconds to prepare your response and 60 seconds to speak.
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Do you think people should exercise every day, even if they are very busy?
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Why or why not?
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Give specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
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Begin preparing now.
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Begin speaking now.
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I think people should try to exercise every day, even if they are very busy.
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It does not have to be a long or difficult workout.
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Even 20 or 30 minutes of walking, stretching, or doing light exercise can make a big difference.
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For example, regular exercise can help people reduce stress, improve their mood, and have more energy throughout the day.
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It can also help them sleep better and prevent health problems in the future.
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I understand that some people have very busy schedules, but they can still find simple ways to stay active.
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They could take a short walk during lunch, use the stairs instead of the elevator, or exercise at home after work.
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In my opinion, being busy is not a good reason to completely avoid exercise.
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For these reasons, I believe everyone should make some time for physical activity every day.
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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This speaking lesson is built on the video “TOEIC Speaking Test 37 – Practice Test With Answers”. The speaker keeps coming back to these words: begin, preparing, speaking, item, scheduled. This video has 111 sentences and 1121 words to shadow. The speech runs for 13:17. The speaker talks slowly, about 84 words per minute, so there is time to copy every sound. 87% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English, so the vocabulary is easy to follow.
Key vocabulary in this video
15 words from the video worth learning, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| furniture noun | /ˈfɝ.nɪ.t͡ʃɚ/ | Large movable item(s), usually in a room, which enhance(s) the room's characteristics, functionally or decoratively. |
| workplace noun | /ˈwɝkˌpleɪs/ | The place where someone works. |
| desk noun | /dɛsk/ | A table, frame, or case, in past centuries usually with a sloping top but now usually with a flat top, for the use of writers and readers. It often has a… |
| skill noun | /skɪl/ | A capacity to do something well; a technique, an ability, usually acquired or learned, as opposed to abilities that are regarded as innate. |
| arrive verb | /əˈɹaɪv/ | To reach; to get to a certain place. |
| aloud adverb | /əˈlaʊd/ | With a loud voice, or great noise; loudly; audibly. |
| topic noun | /ˈtɑpɪk/ | A subject; a theme; a category or general area of interest. |
| practical adjective | /ˈpɹæk.tɪ.kəl/ | Relating to, or based on, practice or action rather than theory or hypothesis. |
| refer verb | /ɹɪˈfɜː/ | To direct the attention of (someone toward something). |
| arrival noun | /əˈɹaɪ.vl̩/ | The act of arriving (reaching a certain place). |
| mood noun | /muːd/ | A mental or emotional state, composure. |
| procedure noun | /pɹəˈsiː.d͡ʒə/ | A particular method for performing a task. |
| downtown noun | /ˈdaʊ̯nˌtaʊ̯n/ | The main business part of a city or town, usually located at or near its center. |
| discover verb | /dɪˈskʌvə/ | To find or learn something for the first time. |
| entrance noun | /ˈɛn.tɹəns/ | The action of entering, or going in. |
Phrasal verbs you will hear
| Word | Meaning |
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| stand around verb | To stand without doing anything; to do nothing productive; to waste time. |
| throw away verb | To discard (trash, garbage, or the like), to toss out, to put in the trash. |
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
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| Passive voice be + past participle — the focus is on what happens, not who does it | will be asked · are recommended · was taken |
| Advice with “should” should + verb — saying what is a good idea | should consider · should exercise · should try |
| Verb + -ing enjoy, keep, stop… + -ing — verbs that are followed by the -ing form | consider buying |
| Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or prediction | will be · will have · will place |
Pronunciation to watch
- The “sh” and “zh” sounds: shoe /ˈʃu/, identification /aɪˌdɛn(t)ɪfɪˈkeɪʃn̩/, receptionist /ɹɪˈsɛp.ʃə.nɪst/
- Long words — get the stress right: electronics /ɪˌlɛkˈtɹɑ.nɪks/, identification /aɪˌdɛn(t)ɪfɪˈkeɪʃn̩/, productivity /ˌpɹɒdʌkˈtɪvəti/, availability /əˌveɪ.ləˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/, elevator /ˈɛləˌveɪtɚ/
How to practise with this video
- Listen to the whole video once without speaking and note the words you do not know.
- Shadow it sentence by sentence at normal speed, repeating each one until your rhythm matches the speaker.
- Record yourself and compare with the original, paying attention to words like furniture, workplace, desk.
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.