Shadowing Practice: unknown - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Number 1.
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A. There is a plant on the table.
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B. A window is above the sofa.
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C. A table is in front of the whiteboard.
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D. The trash cans are under the desk.
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Number 2.
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Look at the picture mark number 2 in your test book.
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A. A hat has been placed on the railing.
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B. A man is sitting on a bench C.
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A man is fishing from a dock D.
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A pole is lying on the ground Number 3 Look at the picture mark number 3 in your test book
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A. The cart has nothing in it B.
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Some bars are lying on the floor C.
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A ladder is leaning against the wall.
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D. A box has been placed on the ladder.
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Number 4.
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Look at the picture marked number 4 in your test book.
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A. Some scarves have been set on the counter.
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B. Some shoppers are browsing in a store.
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C. A man is standing in front of a mirror.
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D. A woman is trying on clothes.
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Number 5.
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Look at the picture mark number 5 in your test book.
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A. There is a statue behind the tree.
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B. A tree has fallen on the ground.
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C. The bench seat is covered with snow.
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D. Snow shovels are in front of the bench.
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Number 6 Look at the picture mark number 6 in your test book.
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A. There are lines painted on the roadway.
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B. A woman is stepping out of a car.
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C. Flags are hanging from some poles.
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D. There's a bridge over a highway.
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Number 7.
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Look at the picture mark number 7 in your test book.
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A. There are flowers on the bench.
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B. The bushes have no leaves.
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C. The flower pots are empty.
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D. A tree is surrounded by flowers.
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Number 8.
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Look at the picture mark number 8 in your test book.
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A. People are shopping indoors.
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B. Boots are lined up on the ground.
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C. Shoes are arranged in a glass case.
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D. Merchandise is being unpacked.
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Number 9.
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Look at the picture mark number 9 in your test book.
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A. Some pictures are being framed.
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B. A printer has been placed on a cart.
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C. A trash can is being emptied.
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D. A tall plant has been put next to a desk.
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Number 10.
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Look at the picture mark number 10 in your test book.
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A. A bicycle has been parked by a doorway.
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B. A woman is walking away from the building.
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C. Some people are sweeping the pavement.
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D. A man is locking the door of an office.
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Number 11.
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Look at the picture mark number 11 in your test book.
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A. Some bicycle tires are displayed for sale.
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B. A bicycle has been chained to a tree.
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C. A walkway is paved with bricks.
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D. Some riders have gathered in the street.
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Number 12 Look at the picture mark number 12 in your test book.
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A. Equipment is being loaded onto a truck.
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B. Some workers are putting packages on a shelf.
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C. A man is walking toward a doorway.
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D. A cart has been emptied.
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D. A cart has been emptied.

About This Lesson

You're practicing English with "unknown" using the Shadowing technique — a method originally developed for professional interpreter training.

Focus on sounding like the speaker — not just repeating words. With 15–30 minutes of daily practice, you'll build real-world speaking confidence.

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 →