Shadowing Practice: When Sheldon and George called to Principal's office | Young Sheldon | Missy Cooper | Sheldon Cooper - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Hello.
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Oh.
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What are you doing here?
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I got called to the principal's office.
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So did I.
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Did you do something wrong?
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Not that I'm aware of. Did you?
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I hope not.
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Maybe it's good news.
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Sheldon, you ever been called to the principal's office for good news?
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Never.
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Never.
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Gentlemen, good news.
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I had a feeling.
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What's up?
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We got the PSAT results back,
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and Sheldon got a perfect score.
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Neat.
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Thanks, Tom.
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Be sure to put that up on the fridge.
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No, you don't understand.
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Sheldon's the only kid in the school to ever do this.
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At his age, maybe in the whole country.
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It was fun.
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I enjoyed it.
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So what's this mean?
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It means he pitched a perfect game, George.
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I've already gotten calls from colleges who want to meet him for like scholarships and stuff? For everything!
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They might even pay you to get him.
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My man.
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When was the last time you washed your hands?
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Come on! Can you believe it?
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Perfect score.
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Good job, Moon Pie.
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And not just that, colleges are already sniffing around to recruit him.
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What do you mean colleges?
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He's ten.
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Principal Peterson said Caltech is interested.
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Where's Caltech?
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California, Mom.
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California?
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It has Cal right there in the name.
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You're not a part of this conversation.
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The tech is for technology.
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Shelly, go to your room.
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The adults need to talk.
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Given the events of the day,
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I would argue I am an adult and should be treated as one.
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I probably could have said that differently.
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You honestly think that little boy is ready for college?
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Hey, I didn't think he was ready for high school,
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but here we are a year and a half in,
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and no one got hurt.
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That is different.
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He's got you and Georgie over there,
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and he's still living at home with his mother and his sister. And me.
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Sure.
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I understand all that.
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Then why are you pushing so hard for this?
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Because these schools are interested now.
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It's like football recruiting.
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You got to strike while the iron's hot.
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This is nothing like football.
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Oh, yeah?
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What if he stops being smart and they don't want him anymore?
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How is that gonna happen?
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I don't know.
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Conks his head?
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Will you help me, please?
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Sorry.
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I'm not a part of this conversation.
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At least Dad's on my side.
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Doesn't matter.
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Mom's gonna win.
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She always does.
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But I have to leave for college at some point.
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If you went to college,
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you know what would happen?
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I'd enjoy higher learning.
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You would die.
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You would curl up on the floor and die.
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That's not true.
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You can't even take care of your own boo-boos.
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For your information, every college is staffed with a medical professional.
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My boo-boos will be well tended to.
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Sheldon, come back in here!
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I guess we'll find out what happened.
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I already know what happened.
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Come on, one.
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Well?
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Shelly, I am very proud of you for doing so well on that test.
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But you can't go off to college.
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Mom!
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In a few years, sure.
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But right now, you can just keep taking your one college class with Dr. Sturgis.
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Why can't I go there full time?
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Oh, baby, it's an hour away.
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We can't drive you back and forth every day.
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I'm the one who's been driving him.
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And she loves it.
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How can he be so smart and so clueless at the same time?
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Dr. Sturgis lives at the school.
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What if he acted as my guardian?
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That's an idea.
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A crazy one.
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But it would only be on school nights.
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Shelly.
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What's the point of being intelligent if I can't take advantage of opportunities like this.
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They're still discussing!
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Mom didn't win?
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It's touch and go.
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Crazy.
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Thank you.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice your English speaking and comprehension skills through a scene featuring Sheldon and George being called to the principal’s office. This engaging dialogue provides a rich context for learning how to navigate conversations that involve good news, achievement, and family dynamics. By shadowing the characters, you’ll enhance your pronunciation, intonation, and fluency, ultimately boosting your confidence in real-life interactions. Whether you're preparing for the IELTS speaking test or simply looking to improve your English skills, this lesson will help you grasp essential language patterns.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Principal's office: The office of the school administrator where students may be called for discussions or decisions.
  • Good news: Positive or favorable information.
  • Perfect score: Achieving the highest possible marks on an exam or test.
  • Scholarships: Financial aid awarded to students based on academic merit or need, often to help cover educational expenses.
  • Recruit: To seek out or enroll someone, often used in the context of schools or sports teams.
  • California: A state in the USA, known for prestigious educational institutions.
  • Technology: The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in education.
  • Ready for college: Being adequately prepared to attend or succeed in a higher education institution.

Practice Tips

To make the most out of this lesson, utilize shadow speech techniques by actively repeating the dialogue as you listen to the video. Start by focusing on individual phrases and then gradually move to full sentences to capture the flow of conversation. Given the scene's pace, take note of the characters’ emotions and intonations—this will help replicate their speaking styles. Use a shadowspeaks approach to enhance your pronunciation and learn effective communication strategies. If you’re using a shadowing app, consider slowing down the playback speed initially to master the rhythm before returning to normal speed.

For IELTS speaking practice, incorporate the new vocabulary into your responses when discussing education, achievements, or personal experiences. This not only aids in retention but also allows you to experiment with contextually appropriate language. Engage in regular shadowing exercises with this video and others to build a strong foundation in your English speaking abilities.

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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