Shadowing Practice: We Found Dad’s Secret Money | Days of My Family | Slow English For Beginners | A1–A2 level - Learn English Speaking with YouTube
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Why are there so many tires here?
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Why are there so many tires here?
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Wait.
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What is this?
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That's money.
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A lot of money.
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Whose money is this?
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Mom probably forgot about it.
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What should I do?
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What should I do?
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Should I tell Mom?
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No, I'll just...
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We're just keeping it safe for her.
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I have to hide this.
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I'll go ask Emma.
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Maybe she'll know what to do.
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Emma!
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Guess what I just found in the garage!
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Jack, I'm doing homework.
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But this is way cooler!
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You have to see it!
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Fine.
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What is it?
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What did you find?
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Money.
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A lot of money.
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How much?
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A lot.
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Come and see.
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Why are you so nervous?
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My Switch 2?
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I can finally buy it!
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Oh, this is a lot, Jack.
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But we shouldn't touch this.
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We're not taking it.
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We're just keeping it safe.
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This is our secret.
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No one else can know.
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Not mom, not dad, no one.
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I know what to do.
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Yes, we're just keeping it safe for mom.
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Exactly.
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That's exactly what we're doing.
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My new iPad finally has a chance!
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My Switch 2 is probably already on the way.
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Hey, you two!
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Come here for a second.
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Mom, you called us?
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This weekend we're doing a big garage cleanup.
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Oh, okay.
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We're throwing out a bunch of stuff we don't need.
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Especially those old broken tires.
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I need you both to help, okay?
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Okay, sure.
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These two agreed way too quickly today.
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Something feels off.
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It's over!
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Mom will throw away the tires!
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What are we going to do?
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Don't worry.
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We still have two days.
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We can figure something out.
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Then when can I buy the Switch 2?
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I don't know.
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We'll find the right time.
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I've been wanting to upgrade my ski gear for a while.
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The sale starts soon.
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around the world.
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We can come close all the way to the guests when we come love to the guests.
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We never!" These tires have been sitting here for three years.
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Someone else could actually use these.
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Fifty dollars.
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That should be gone by noon.
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Jack!
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Wake up!
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Mom is cleaning the garage right now!
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Wait, isn't it supposed to be this weekend?
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Mom couldn't wait.
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You have to stop her.
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What am I supposed to say?
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Just tell her the truth, please, Jack.
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But what if she gets mad?
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She won't.
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Hurry.
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Go find Dad.
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The money is probably Dad's.
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We can't let Mom throw the tires away.
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Oops, that was faster than I expected.
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Hello.
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Hi.
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Yes, they're still available.
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You can come in one hour?
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Perfect, see you then.
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Okay, great.
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The tires go in one hour.
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One hour!
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She's selling the tires in one hour!
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The money is still in there.
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What am I going to do?
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My Switch 2 is going to be gone!
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Wait, I should go find Dad!
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Before the buyer comes, I'll wash the tires first.
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What's this?
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Dad, we have a big problem.
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Hey, you knock first, remember?
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Dad, there's no time.
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Mom is selling the tires.
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Someone is coming in one hour.
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The tires?
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My money is in those tires.
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$3,000.
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Dad, are you okay?
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I'm thinking, Jack.
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Give me a second.
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I can't go out there and tell her to stop.
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If I go, she'll ask why I care about those tires.
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But Jack can go.
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Jack has no reason to hide.
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Yeah, Jack is the perfect one.
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Jack, I need you to do something for me.
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Okay, what?
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Go tell your mom that the tires are still useful.
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Okay, I will.
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For winter.
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Tell her we might need them for winter.
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Dad, it's spring.
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I know it's spring, Jack.
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So why do we need winter tires right now?
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Jack.
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Yeah?
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Just go, please.
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Hey, Mom.
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Hey, Jack.
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What's up?
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I was just thinking about those tires.
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What about them?
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I don't think we should sell them.
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Why not?
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Because we still need them.
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Need them for what?
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For winter.
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We might need them for winter.
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Jack, it's spring.
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I know, but Dad said we should keep them.
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He said it's important.
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Dad said, okay, I'll think about it.
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Dad said it's important.
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That's interesting, Michael.
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Is Mom really going to sell the tires?
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I need to ask Emma.
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She always has the best ideas.
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Emma, I'm so nervous.
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What if Mom sells the tires?
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Don't worry, Jack.
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Mom won't sell the tires now.
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Dad already said they're still useful.
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You sure?
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I'm sure.
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So my Switch 2 is still possible?
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Yeah!
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I already picked the color for my new iPad.
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Yeah!
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Emma!
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Emma!
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They're here!
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The buyers are already here!
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What?
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Now?
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Here you go.
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Thank you.
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Emma!
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What do we do?
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I'm going out there right now!
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Jack, how's it going?
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Did Mom sell the tires?
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Stop!
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Are you calling me?
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Yes, please wait!
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Excuse me, we're not selling anymore.
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I'm sorry, sweetheart.
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We already paid your mom.
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But I didn't know.
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She didn't tell me.
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Sorry, sweetheart.
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I have to go.
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My iPad.
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It was so close.
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How did it go?
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The buyer already paid mom and left.
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It's over.
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I finally saved up some money and now it's all gone.
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Dad, why did you hide the money in the tires anyway?
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Well, I was afraid your mom would find out.
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She definitely wouldn't let me upgrade my golf clubs.
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$3,000.
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Just like that.
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My ski gear, my boots,
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my jacket, all of it.
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Gone.
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Dad, if the money was still there,
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would you buy me the Switch too?
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And would you buy me a new iPad?
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Those are both very expensive electronics,
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and they're not really necessities.
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But your golf equipment isn't a necessity either, right?
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Oh good, everyone is here.
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Oh mom you are here!
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You are not going to believe what I found today.
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Money!
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I found it in the old tire before the buyers came.
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Whoa Rao!
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Yes, it's a nice surprise.
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That's our money.
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She had it the whole time.
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She knew.
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She already knew.
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I hid it in there a long time ago,
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and I completely forgot about it.
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I almost sold it along with the tires.
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She hid money?
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She had a secret stash, too?
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Wait.
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If she was hiding money, then we're the same.
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We're both guilty.
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Anna, how much did you find?
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$3,000.
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Now I can buy everything I want.
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Oh, no. She's going to spend all $3,000 on the things she wants.
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This is my money.
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I wanted to buy new golf clubs.
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Actually, I also had some money in there.
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I saved it up over a while.
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You did?
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Yeah, about $1,500.
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There it is.
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That's what I was waiting for, Michael.
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Okay, $1,500 for you and $1,500 for me and the kids.
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Whoa, really?
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Wait, for us too?
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You've been wanting a Switch too, right?
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Yes, for so long!
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Here you go.
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Mom, what about me?
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Emma, you wanted a new iPad?
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More than anything.
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Here you go.
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Wow, thank you, Mom!
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And I have been wanting some new makeup for a while now.
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I think we can make all of that work.
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Yay, makeup!
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Cool!
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Ready for a surprise?
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Thank you so much, Mom.
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You're the best.
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Mom, I love you.
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You're amazing.
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I love you both so much.
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That's my money.
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Every single dollar of it.
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And they're thanking her.
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With my money.
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Michael, are you happy?
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Yes.
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Yes.
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Thank you, honey.
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Ready for the toy store?
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Yes!
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Let's go!
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I'm getting a car!
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All right, go get your shoes.
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You don't want the blue one?
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What colors they matter in?
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Yes, I do!
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Be careful!
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Michael.
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Yeah?
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I never hid any money in that tire.
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What?
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I never used that tire.
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I had no idea what was in there.
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But thank you.
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The kids are going to remember today for a long time.
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And that makeup I've been looking at for months.
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I really appreciate it.
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Oh, and the ski gear.
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We should all go together this winter.
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The whole family.
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You're welcome.
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Thank you.
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Context & Background
The video "We Found Dad’s Secret Money" presents a fun and engaging scenario between two siblings, Jack and Emma, who discover a significant amount of money in their garage. The children’s excitement reveals their interests and immediate thoughts about purchasing new gaming consoles. However, they also face the moral dilemma of whether to keep it a secret or tell their mother. This relatable situation provides learners with a glimpse into everyday conversations and expressions, making it an excellent resource for improving English language skills, particularly in informal contexts.
Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication
- “Guess what I just found” - A common way to introduce exciting news.
- “A lot of money” - An expression indicating a significant amount, useful for various contexts.
- “Should I tell Mom?” - Poses a question about whether to disclose information, reflecting decision-making.
- “This is our secret” - Emphasizes confidentiality, common among friends and family.
- “We’re just keeping it safe” - Expresses intent to protect something, useful in various situations.
Step-by-step Shadowing Guide
For learners aiming to master English speaking through the shadowing technique, the transcript of this video offers an ideal text to practice. Here’s how to effectively incorporate the shadow speech method:
- Listen Actively: First, watch the video a couple of times without pausing. Pay attention to the pronunciation and intonation of Jack and Emma.
- Segment the Dialogue: Break down the conversation into smaller chunks. Focus on one phrase at a time, such as "Guess what I just found."
- Imitate and Shadow: Play the video again, and while it’s playing, repeat what you hear immediately after the speakers—this is your shadowspeak practice.
- Record Yourself: Use a recording app to capture your speech as you shadow the dialogue. This helps in identifying areas of improvement.
- Review and Reflect: Finally, compare your recordings with the original audio. Focus on accent, rhythm, and fluency. This stage is crucial for refining your skills.
For more interactive practice, consider using a shadowing app or a shadowing site dedicated to English learning. Engaging with content in this structured manner will enhance your speaking ability, allowing for increased confidence in everyday conversations.
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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