Shadowing Practice: Unit 3 - Growing Roses (gồm: file Nghe + Đọc + Bài tập + Luyện nói) - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Unit 3.
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Growing Roses Excuse me, ma 'am.
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I have a problem with my rose bush.
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It used to produce a lot of pink roses, but now it doesn't produce any flowers at all.
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I see.
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That does seem like a problem.
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Do the leaves on the plant look healthy?
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Not really.
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The leaves used to be very green.
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Now most of them have turned brown.
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Well, I think your rose bush needs some fertilizer.
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Okay.
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What sort of fertilizer do you think I should use?
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This liquid fertilizer is very good.
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It will help make your rose leaves green again.
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Then the plant should produce roses quite soon.
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The fertilizer costs about $10.
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How long will it take for my rosebush to recover?
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About two weeks, I think.
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Great!
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I'll take it.
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Thank you so much for your help.
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You're welcome.
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About This Lesson

This unit focuses on the practical application of English in a gardening context, specifically regarding rose care. Through dialogue, learners will engage with a scenario that involves asking for advice and discussing problem-solving related to a rose bush that is not thriving. By practicing this lesson, learners will enhance their English speaking practice skills, learn to formulate questions, and respond effectively in a conversational style. This lesson also provides opportunities to improve English pronunciation through targeted listening and speaking exercises.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Rose bush - a plant that produces roses.
  • Fertilizer - a substance added to soil to enhance growth.
  • Healthy - in good condition, especially regarding plants.
  • Brown leaves - indicates a problem in the plant's health.
  • Recover - to regain health or strength.
  • Liquid fertilizer - a type of fertilizer that is in a liquid form.
  • Produce roses - to create or bear flowers.

Practice Tips

To make the most of this lesson, employ the shadowing technique. This method entails listening closely to the dialogue and repeating it in real-time. Given the conversational nature of the transcript, you can practice at a pace that suits your current level—start slow, then gradually increase your speed as you grow more confident. This will not only enhance your English speaking practice but will also significantly improve your English pronunciation. Pay special attention to the intonations and rhythms used in the conversation—mimicking these will help you develop a more natural speaking style.

When engaging with the material, try to focus on specific phrases that relate to problem-solving and advice, such as "I have a problem with..." or "What sort of fertilizer do you think I should use?" Incorporating these into your shadow speech will prepare you for real-life situations where you need to discuss issues or ask for help. Remember, consistency is key! Regular practice will yield the best results in your journey to mastering English. Happy learning!

Grammar in this video

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

StructureIn the video
“Used to” used to + verb — a past habit or state that is no longer trueused to produce · used to be
Advice with “should” should + verb — saying what is a good ideashould use · should produce
Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or predictionwill help · will it take · I'll take

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 →