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11. Where's the shoe department?

A. On the second floor.

$25.

C. At 11 .30.

Number 12.

Did you speak to Alan or his assistant?

A. Yes, he does.

B. His assistant.

C. The meeting's over.

Number 13.

Is this seat taken?

A. Oh, I see.

B. No, it's not.

C. I'll take two, please.

Number 14.

How often do you travel to New York?

A. Every Tuesday.

B. By bus.

C. With some friends.

Number 15.

Why don't you join us for lunch?

A. The coffee shop.

B. Thanks, I'd like that.

C. A sandwich.

Number 16. Who signed the letter?

A. In the cabinet.

B. A couple of times.

C. Ms. Gin did.

Number 17.

You're training the new employees, aren't you?

A. That's right.

B. John was hired in March.

C. No, it's brand new.

Number 18.

When is your report due?

A. I'll have another.

B. Sixteen pages.

C. Next Thursday.

Number 19.

How long did you live in Japan?

A. About five years.

B. In Kyoto.

C. Yes, I did.

Number 20.

I have an appointment with Dr. Costa.

A. I'll tell her you're here.

B. He left it at home.

C. Because that's enough time.

Why weren't you at work yesterday?

A. By 9am B.

Mr. Tanaka is C.

I was at a conference Hasn't the outgoing mail been picked up yet?

A. I can give you a ride B.

Not that I know of.

C. Usually by express mail.

Number 23.

Could you take notes for me at tomorrow's seminar?

A. Thank you.

B. Room 27.

C. Sure, I can do that.

Number twenty -four

What was in that large package?

A. It arrived last week, I think.

B. I found it in the hall.

C. The desk lamps that I ordered.

Number twenty -five

Do you have time to help me later?

A. Yes, she's over there.

B. Sorry, I'm busy all day.

C. My watch is broken.

Number 26.

We're running out of paper for the coffee machine.

A. How many cups would you like?

B. I'll get some more this afternoon.

C. He's much faster than I am.

number 27 where will the interview take place a it hasn't been decided B.

Some resumes.

C. Yes, that must be it.

Number 28.

Aren't the painters coming today?

A. The entire office.

B. No, they had to reschedule.

C. He does enjoy painting.

Number 29 Could you direct me to the accounting office?

A. Several forms and documents B.

I'm not sure where I put it C.

Sure, just a moment please

Number 30 My flight leaves at 1 o 'clock A.

Where did you leave it?

B. Once or twice C.

That's rather soon

Number 31 What's the best way to get to the airport?

A. I'd take the train B.

Yes, it's very good C.

Next to the telephone

number 32 can you review my paperwork soon a a different assignment b

it's a really nice view c yes

I'll be able to at four o 'clock number 33 how can we increase our sales

100

A. Your total is $57.

101

B. Let's ask the marketing department.

102

C. No, that's not included.

103

Number 34.

104

Do you offer discounts on theater tickets?

105

A. Only for students.

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B. We accept credit cards.

107

C. A wonderful play.

108

Number 35 When will the article be published?

109

A. On the website B.

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For a few months C.

111

After it's been edited

112

Number 36 Do you want to eat at the Italian restaurant or the Chinese one?

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A. I haven't bought any yet.

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B. It's up to you.

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C. It was delicious.

116

Number 37.

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Why is there an extra chair in your office?

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A. Yes, you can.

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B. We needed it for a meeting.

120

C. From 8 to 11.

121

Number 38.

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Who will be the first speaker?

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A. Let me check the program.

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B. Anytime will be okay.

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C. Could I have a second one?

126

Number 39.

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You rented a car, didn't you?

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A. Only if it's not too expensive.

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B. No, they finished already.

130

C. Just for a part of the trip.

131

Number 4D.

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We need to hire another software engineer.

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A. Where should I advertise the position?

134

B. I got it fixed yesterday.

135

C. He works in human resources.

136

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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson

This video has 135 sentences and 684 words to shadow. The speech runs for 9:20. The speaker talks slowly, about 73 words per minute, so there is time to copy every sound. Only 75% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English, so the vocabulary is demanding. 27 of its 135 sentences are questions, so it is good practice for question intonation and short answers.

Key vocabulary in this video

15 words from the video worth learning, with pronunciation and meaning:

Word	Pronunciation	Meaning
clock noun	/klɑk/	A chronometer, an instrument that measures time, particularly the time of day.
hire verb	/ˈhaɪɹ/	To obtain the services of in return for fixed payment.
package noun	/ˈpæk.ɪd͡ʒ/	Something which is packed, a parcel, a box, an envelope.
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…
telephone noun	/ˈtɛləˌfoʊn/	A telecommunication device which converts data or sounds (usually speech) into electrical signals which are then transmitted to enable two or more people to…
resource noun	/ɹɪˈzɔːs/	Something that one uses to achieve an objective, e.g. raw materials or personnel.
arrive verb	/əˈɹaɪv/	To reach; to get to a certain place.
discount noun	/ˈdɪskaʊnt/	A reduction in price.
theater noun	/ˈθi(ə)tɚ/	A place or building, consisting of a stage and seating, in which an audience gathers to watch plays, musical performances, public ceremonies, and so on.
delicious adjective	/dɪˈlɪ.ʃəs/	Pleasing to the sense of taste; tasty.
edit verb	/ˈɛdɪt/	To change a text, or a document.
shoe noun	/ˈʃu/	A protective covering for the foot, with a bottom part composed of thick leather or plastic sole and often a thicker heel, and a softer upper part made of…
leaf noun	/lif/	The usually green and flat organ that represents the most prominent feature of most vegetative plants.
assignment noun	/əˈsaɪn.mənt/	The act of assigning; the allocation of a job or a set of tasks.
sandwich noun	/ˈsæn(d).wɪd͡ʒ/	A dish or foodstuff where at least one piece, but typically two or more pieces, of bread serves as the wrapper or container of some other food.

Phrasal verbs you will hear

Word	Meaning
pick up verb	To lift; to grasp and raise.

Sentences worth repeating

Short, complete lines from the video that you can reuse in everyday conversation:

Why don't you join us for lunch?
You're training the new employees, aren't you?
Why weren't you at work yesterday?
Could you take notes for me at tomorrow's seminar?
You rented a car, didn't you?

Grammar in this video

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

Structure	In the video
Passive voice be + past participle — the focus is on what happens, not who does it	was hired · been picked · is broken
Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters now	hasn't been decided · it's been edited · haven't bought
Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or prediction	I'll take · I'll have · I'll tell
Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — something happening right now or around now	You're training · We're running

Pronunciation to watch

The speaker uses 20 contractions and reduced forms, such as I'll, aren't, hasn't. Say them the short way, as you hear them.

The “sh” and “zh” sounds: delicious /dɪˈlɪ.ʃəs/, shoe /ˈʃu/

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 clock, hire, package.

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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