Shadowing Practice: LGCAM18T1-P1 - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Excuse me, would you mind if I asked you some questions?
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We're doing a survey on transport.
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Yes, that's OK.
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First of all, can I take your name?
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Yes, it's Sadie Jones.
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Thanks very much.
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And could I have your date of birth?
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Just the year will do, actually.
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Is that all right?
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Yes, that's fine.
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It's 1991.
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So, next, your postcode, please.
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It's DW307YZ.
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Great, thanks.
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Is that in Wells?
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No, it's actually in Harbourn.
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Wells isn't far from there, though.
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I really like that area.
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My grandmother lived there when I was a kid.
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Yes, it is nice.
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Right, so now I want to ask you some questions about how you travelled here today.
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Did you use public transport?
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Yes, I came by bus.
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OK, and that was today.
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It's the 24th of April, isn't it?
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Isn't it the 25th?
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Er, no, actually, you're right.
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Ha ha!
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And what was the reason for your trip today?
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I can see you've got some shopping with you.
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Yes, I did some shopping, but the main reason I came here was to go to the dentist.
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That's not much fun.
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Hope it was nothing serious.
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No, it was just a check-up.
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It's fine.
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Good.
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Do you normally travel by bus into the city centre?
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Yes, I stopped driving in ages ago because parking was so difficult to find.
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And it costs so much.
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I see.
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The bus is much more convenient too.
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It only takes about 30 minutes.
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That's good.
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So where did you start your journey?
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At the bus stop on Claxby Street.
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Is that C-L-A-X-B-Y?
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That's right.
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And how satisfied with the service are you?
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Do you have any complaints?
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it's on time, but this morning it was late.
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Only about ten minutes, but still.
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Yes, I understand that's annoying.
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And what about the timetable?
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Do you have any comments about that?
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Hmm.
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I suppose I mainly use the bus during the day, but any time I've been in town in the evening, for dinner or at the cinema, I've noticed you have to wait a long time for a bus.
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There aren't that many.
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OK, thanks.
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So now I'd like to ask you about your car use.
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Well, I have got a car, but I don't use it that often, mainly just to go to the supermarket.
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But that's about it, really.
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My husband uses it at the weekends to go to the golf club.
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And what about a bicycle?
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I don't actually have one at the moment.
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What about the city bikes you can rent?
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Do you ever use those?
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No, I'm not keen on cycling there because of all the pollution.
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But I would like to get a bike.
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It would be good to use it to get to work.
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So why haven't you got one now?
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Well, I live in a flat on the second floor and it doesn't have any storage, so we'd have to leave it in the hall outside the flat.
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I see.
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Okay, well, I think that's all we need from you today.
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Why practice speaking with this video?

This video offers a realistic scenario for English learners, focusing on a survey about transportation. Engaging with this material allows you to practice formal and casual speech in a practical context. By simulating real-life situations, you can enhance your confidence when speaking English in public. Using a shadowing app alongside this video can further refine your speaking skills by allowing you to mimic intonation, pace, and pronunciation. By participating in such practice, you can effectively prepare for scenarios often encountered in the IELTS speaking test, making this a highly beneficial learning resource.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

In the video, several key grammar structures and expressions are highlighted:

  • Polite Inquiry: “Would you mind if I asked you some questions?” This structure is essential for formal discussions, making language learners sound courteous and respectful.
  • Present Simple Tense: “I stopped driving in ages ago.” This tense is common in daily conversations and helps convey habitual actions or past experiences.
  • Past Simple Tense: “It was just a check-up.” This form is crucial for discussing completed actions and is frequently used in conversational English.
  • Use of Fillers: “Er, no, actually, you’re right.” Understanding how to use fillers can help learners sound more natural while gaining time to think.

Integrating these phrases into your everyday English speaking practice can significantly improve fluency and conversational skills.

Common Pronunciation Traps

English pronunciation can be tricky, and this video provides specific challenges worth noting:

  • Postcode “DW307YZ”: Pronouncing alphanumeric codes can be difficult, especially with accent variations. Practice saying it clearly to avoid misunderstandings.
  • “Harbourn” vs. “Wells”: The difference in pronunciation between these two place names may confuse learners. Focus on the vowel sounds and how they differ in articulation.
  • “Convenient”: This is often mispronounced due to its syllable structure. Breaking it down into smaller parts can aid in improving English pronunciation.

Listening to native speakers in videos and repeating phrases will help iron out these pronunciation kinks. By integrating this practice into your routine, you can make significant strides in achieving clearer speech.

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