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Martin: Hey, I just got here. Am to the right of bar. Susan: Ok, thanks. B right there. Martin: Great!
Susan is going to meet Martin to the right of the bar.
soldier: Do not insult me merchant. I know nothing of gold. Now, what are your wares for sale? Or do I have to beat you out of my path? merchant: Only items that glitter of gold... although for some work on the side, I would be willing to give you some of my bread. soldier: speak! merchant: There is a man who looks to be a peasant at the ramshackle home down the road, although I have heard on good authority that he was the crown prince, denied a marriage to his love, the maid. When they ran away, they stole an abundance of gold. Retrieve it for me. soldier: Did he steal it from you merchant? merchant: No, he did not... he stole from the King of the Southlands, who has offered a grand reward and status to recover the family jewels. soldier: And you'll share that reward with me? 50/50 yes? merchant: I shall reward you, of course. Upon receiving my Lordship, you can be my top guard. Summarize the dialogue
merchant wants a soldier to recover stolen gold from a man who looks like a peasant. The man stole from the King of the Southlands. The King offers a reward and status to recover the family jewels.
servant: Good sir knight, I trust things are going smoothly here in the barracks? Summarize the dialogue
The servant is at the barracks.
#Person1#: Wow! What's the hold up? #Person2#: It's probably just people trying to get an early start out of the city for the weekend. Nobody sticks around in the summer. #Person1#: Really? Then, I guess I won't have a hard time finding a room or getting a cab? #Person2#: Actually, you might because there's a big convention in town this weekend. #Person1#: I'm not too worried about it. I always seem to find something.
#Person2# tells #Person1# it's probably people getting out of the city that causes the holdup. #Person2# thinks it might be hard to find rooms or get cabs because of the big convention.
#Person1#: it's a lovely day, isn't it? #Person2#: yeah, and most excitingly, I met the girl living under me today. She's really nice. #Person1#: is she American? #Person2#: yeah, and most importantly, she's single! Man, I could tell from the moment I saw her, she's the girl of my dreams! #Person1#: so I take it you two are hitting it off? I know it's very convenient to be in a relationship with your neighbor, but what if you break up? #Person2#: I don't know. I am not really worried about that. I don't wanna lose before even starting. Besides I think the other two American guys have also fallen for her. #Person1#: sounds like you've got some competition. You made a move already? #Person2#: not yet. But I am thinking of inviting her to dinner sometime. I know some good restaurants nearby. #Person1#: that's nice. Having been here a little while surely gives you the advantage, eh? #Person2#: you bet. Now that you mentioned it, I think I'll call her now and see if she is available tonight. #Person1#: good luck! #Person2#: thanks!
#Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# likes the girl living under him and another two American guys like her, too. #Person2# will ask her out and #Person1# wishes him good luck.
the emperor: I hope that you and I can continue to build on that legacy of friendship emperor: You recited the Coronation Oath with an intensity that I had not seen in many years. There is great promise in your future. the emperor: I appreciate the kind words. Now, what can my kingdom do for you? emperor: Put aside my Kingdom's troubles! We are gathered to support you in your time of need. the emperor: I simply wished to know how I could repay you for your kindness and support. emperor: Simply take after the example of your Father. To live a life that is noble and honest will be payment enough. the emperor: And I will endeavor to do so. However, I barely knew him - for I am so young and he was so busy! emperor: Then allow me to tell you the tales that I have seen first hand! the emperor: I cannot wait! emperor: Let us finish paying our respects, then we shall talk more at your castle. Summarize the dialogue
the emperor is grateful for the emperor's words and support.
witch: I can take your beauty five years hence, or perhaps your memories when you were two. What does the princess have to offer, for mere coin and power of men interest me not at all. a princess: I need my beauty for my prince but my memories serve me no good. Nothing but heartache from losing my father. Take my memories and my coin. witch: Your coin you may keep, but your memories will do. But be careful, princess, for what you seek. Wishes and reality seldom meet! a princess: Ah my heart will be so overjoyed to have my prince. Oh a perfect prince he will be. witch: Mortals never seem to heed the warnings I bring... Well let me get some dust from here, for that I will need. Tell me of this prince you seek. a princess: I seek a prince of compassion for me and for others. A prince that will help me guide this village to success. witch: Ah yes, do be careful, princess. I've my cat, Helix, in my robes, and he does like to scratch those with the smell of desperation on them. Summarize the dialogue
witch wants the princess' beauty five years hence and her memories when she was two. The witch has her cat, Helix, in her robes, and he likes to scratch those with the smell of desperation.
#Person1#: Oh, what a beautiful cat! What do you think? #Person2#: I think I'd rather get a dog. Dogs are more faithful than cats. #Person1#: Yes, but there so much work. Would you be willing to walk it every single day and clean up after it? #Person2#: We'd have to invest a lot of money in a cage or a fish tank, and I don't really know how to take care of a bird or a fish. #Person1#: well. We're obviously not ready to get a pet yet. #Person2#: Yeah, you're right. Let's go grab some coffee and talk about it.
#Person1# likes cats, but #Person2# prefers dogs. They're not ready to get a pet for now.
#Person1#: It looks like we are going to have a shower at any minute now. #Person2#: I think so too. Isn't strange how you can sense it? #Person1#: I know what you mean. #Person2#: Look at the clouds in the sky. Whenever they seem dark and low like this, you know it's going to rain, or look at the object that's far away, if it seems clear to you, it's probably going to pour. #Person1#: Yes. And everything seems to have a stronger smell to me then. #Person2#: I know, and people often say it's going to rain when they have aches and pains in certain parts of their body. My mother always complains that her knee hurts just before a storm. #Person1#: And have you noticed how the animals react before a storm? #Person2#: Sure, horses and cows will seem to go a protected area and huddle together. #Person1#: Yah, but with all these sensible signs, how come we aren't carrying our umbrella with us now?
#Person1# and #Person2# talk about how people sense the rain by the clouds, the stronger smell, pains in the body, and the reactions of animals, but with all these sensible signs, they aren't carrying their umbrella with them.
visitor: My only desire was to see that you were informed of the possible danger, Majesty. You are obviously a man of great foresight and are well prepared. the king: You dare mock me? The king? You bring ill tidings, rumors from the roads, and then dare to mock me? visitor: Mock you, sire? I would never do such a thing. You have fortifications and soldiers. This shows that you are prepared. I was simply expressing my great respect for you and your wisdom. the king: Well of course, you wouldn't dare mock the king and challenge his wisdom? I must apologize, you only sought to warn the might king. Here, take these for your troubles, where you're going, you'll need them. GUARDS! visitor: Majesty! I am a faithful servant! My father served you in your vanguard in the Second Orc War! You gave him this necklace as a token of your gratitude for his service and loyalty! Summarize the dialogue
the visitor brought the king ill tidings from the roads and mocked him. the king gave the visitor a necklace as a token of his gratitude for his father's service.
watcher: How long have you served the king, guard? guard: I have served His Majesty for 15 years now, Watcher. I am getting a bit on in the years but my shield and sword are ever ready to serve. watcher: I see. And art thou as loyal to your squire as when you were a young buck? guard: Loyal to my squire? Pah! He should be loyal to the King and I, no more. Should I ever turn against my Lord, then I should hope he strikes me down! How does your day fare? Summarize the dialogue
guard has served the king for 15 years. He is getting old but his shield and sword are ever ready to serve.
merchant: Here; Take this sample bag of herbs Summarize the dialogue
The merchant gives a sample bag of herbs to the customer.
#Person1#: Today we are visiting Woodhill Shelter, the most unusual animal shelter in Britain. #Person2#: He does not house wild animals rescued from zoos or sea creatures for motion parks. #Person1#: What it does have is a lot of lucky and happy cows pigs goats sheep and chickens rescued from becoming your lunch by animal rights groups, the shelter was set up by Jill Ann Ben Smith. #Person2#: Neither of them eat animal products, but lives instead on a plant based diet. #Person1#: They say it is a kinder and better way to live. #Person2#: The shelter wasn't much visited until 3 years after it was built and now it has large numbers of followers. #Person1#: All the farm workers are volunteers without pay, but get free lunch and coffee in return for their work. #Person2#: If you want more information about the farm you can Phone 6978325 and if you want to become a volunteer you must visit the website and fill in the online form. #Person1#: Posts are not accepted because letters are easy to lose.
#Person1# and #Person2# are introducing Woodhill Shelter, which is Britain's most unusual animal shelter.
#Person1#: how did you do on your BELTS exam? #Person2#: fantastic! I got an overall score of eight. #Person1#: that's excellent! Have you received your conditional offers yet? #Person2#: yes. I'm just waiting until I officially get admitted to the university with a conditional offer to apply for my visa. #Person1#: do you know where the visa office is? #Person2#: no. #Person1#: it's just near the Dong Si Shi Tiao subway stop. #Person2#: that's not too far away. Do you think I'll get a visa? #Person1#: have you ever gone abroad before? #Person2#: yes, I've been to Tailband, Egypt, and Japan. #Person1#: have you ever been denied a visa before? #Person2#: never. #Person1#: that's good. Are you planning on immigrating to another country? #Person2#: no, I want to come back to China after I graduate. #Person1#: that's exactly what the visa officers want to hear. Do you have enough money for tuition and room and board? #Person2#: I've received a full scholarship, so I won't need any other money to live off while I'm studying. #Person1#: I think you have a very good chance of getting a visa. I can help you prepare for the visa interview if you want. #Person2#: that's be great. The more prepared I am, the better.
#Person2# has achieved high scores in the BELTS exam and received the conditional offer. Now #Person2# is applying for the visa. #Person2# has been abroad before and has no immigration plan, so it is easy to get a visa.
Kate: Any plans for evening? Luise: Nope. Any suggestions? ;-) Kate: Actually, yes. Wanna see the new Aquaman movie? Luise: Well, I’m not much keen on this type of movies… Kate: Oh. C’mon, it’s gonna be fun. Will take you to this Chinese bistro afterwards. Luise: The one we ate in last week? Kate: Yes, Ma’am. The very same  Luise: Oh, this part seems much more promising. Kate: See? Luise: Can we skip the movie? ;-) Kate: Nooo, we can’t. Will drop by at 8. Luise: Ok, See you then.
Kate will meet Luise and they'll go to see the new "Aquaman" movie and then to the Chinese bistro they ate in last week.
#Person1#: Can I help you? #Person2#: I want a leather jacket. #Person1#: What size, please? #Person2#: Size 40. #Person1#: What color would you prefer? #Person2#: Let me see. Do you think a brown one will do? #Person1#: Well, the brown one is beautiful indeed, but I think the black one will suit you better. #Person2#: Really? Please get it for me. #Person1#: Will there be anything else? #Person2#: Is this dress made of pure silk? #Person1#: Yes, it is. It's brilliant. #Person2#: Is it washable? #Person1#: Yes, it is. But you have to be careful. #Person2#: How much, please? #Person1#: Only 350 yuan. #Person2#: All right. Will you wrap it for me? #Person1#: OK. Here you are.
#Person2# buys a leather jacket and a dress made of pure silk with #Person1#'s recommendation.
Martin: knock knock Nora: who's there? Martin: you're boyfriend Nora: oh hey :* I was thinking about you Martin: let's meet at my flat, darling Nora: tonight? Martin: That's what I had in mind :) Nora: Okay, I'll bring wine.
Martin and Nora will meet at his flat tonight. Nora will bring wine.
Rashid: Hi love, just wanted to remind you about the dishwasher repair guy coming today. Fran: Oh yes, I did remember, what time is he coming? Rashid: Between 2 and 6pm, they said. Fran: Can't they narrow it down a bit! I have go pick the kids up. Rashid: Just ring them with you mobile number and they usually can warn you when they're on their way. Their numbers 222 444, Dudley code. Fran: Right, thanks babes. I'll sort it now. See you later. Xx
Rashid reminds Fran of the dishwasher repairman visit between 2 and 6pm today. Rashid suggests Fran to call at 222 444 if he wants to know when the maintenance man is on his way.
wolf: Then you can go be ANYWHERE else! Leave me and my pack alone or we will eat you alive. witch: Oh you will not eat me alive, but you could be useful to me, we could form a partnership...there is something in this cave I have use for and you do not. wolf: Oh yeah? What's that? witch: I admire your bravery wolf and you intelligence. There are minerals I need for a special ceremony..that is why I wear this hat. wolf: I haven't seen any minerals. Where in the cave do you think they are? witch: No, you would not see them, they are far in the back. wolf: Then, follow me. Don't try anything funny. We'll look together. witch: No, no. I have use for you. I cannot be everywhere. I need a guard for this cave. wolf: Ok, but my pack will be watching you. I'll guard the entrance. Go see what you can find. witch: I think this will be a very productive partnership.... Summarize the dialogue
witch wants to form a partnership with a wolf. She needs a guard for the cave.
carpenter: I am well today. parishioner: Are you doing work in our beautiful chapel today? carpenter: Yes, it was mentioned to me that you were in need of some new tables and chairs. parishioner: How wonderful! The church is in dire need of those items! God Bless You for helping us achieve them! carpenter: Was there a preference on style or wood choice? parishioner: Cherry wood is preferred since the chapel is always filled with white roses. Style would be anything you see would fit the chapel. carpenter: It always helps to ask, I do take great pride in my ornate furniture. parishioner: I am sure whatever you should choose to do will make the Lord happy as you are using the talents the Lord has gifted you with. carpenter: Thank you for the kind words. parishioner: May the Lord bless you and all that you do. I am in church every week and cannot wait to see the beauty that I am sure your table and chairs will bring to the chapel! carpenter: Alright, I will head back to my shop and start the work. Summarize the dialogue
carpenter will make new tables and chairs for the church. Cherry wood is preferred. The style is not specified.
#Person1#: We've been cramming for tomorrow's history exam since early this morning. What do you say we take a break and listen to some music, okay? #Person2#: Now that you mention it, I'm getting a little bumed-out from studying nonstop, too. Listening to some music for a while would suit me just fine. #Person1#: While you're picking out a record to play, I'll grab a couple of beers out of the refrigerator. #Person2#: You sure have a lot of discs here. #Person1#: Yeah, I've got everything from rock n'roll to the latest new - wave stuff. #Person2#: To tell you the truth, I'm strictly into classical music. You don't happen to have any Bach or Mozart, do you? #Person1#: Sorry, my taste in music doesn't go back any further than the 1960's. Music written before then is just history to me. #Person2#: Well, speaking of history, let's get back to the books. We'Ve got an exam tomorrow, remember?
#Person1# and #Person2# are preparing for the history exam. #Person1# suggests taking a break to listen to some music, but they have different music tastes. Then they get back to books.
child: Wait...see...is that our King...on a white horse? Should we take this to the castle...to the wizard? person: I wonder what the King is doing there. This is so much to take in. I think we should take this ball to the wizard. We need to get to the bottom of this. If we know what happens in the future... we can help save things as well. child: I knew it was right to come in here. I want to go with you..my family lives in the castle so I have to go there anyway...I don't feel like playing anymore today. person: You can come with me. Maybe this was destiny. To meet here. Maybe we're the connection... to save civilization. child: Will you hold my hand...I am frightened. My family will reward you for your help. person: No reward is needed. I just want to protect this city. Let's get out of here and go to the castle. child: Look..look in the ball...it is us...walking hand in hand up to the castle...It has given be chills Summarize the dialogue
The person and the child are going to the castle to see the wizard. The child's family lives in the castle.
maid: I am a maid and I am honorable chef: Steady on - I am married! maid: good because i know you win't hit on me chef: I only have interest in my art, good maid maid: you art is cooking right? chef: Cooking! Cooking! I am an artist! I take the finest ingredients and turn them into the most exquisite dishes! maid: can you cook me chinese food? chef: I can cook cuisine from all over the known world! maid: where did you learn your craft? chef: I was born to one of the King's whores. I grow up in the kitchens maid: you grew up in affluence and had plenty to eat all your life chef: ah yes, the finest foods! maid: well, you are a prince Summarize the dialogue
maid is a maid and she is honorable. Chef is married and he is a chef. He was born to one of the King's whores and he grew up in the kitchens. He can cook cuisine from all over the known world.
Jeff: This is outrageous what they wrote in the New York Times Jeff: have you seen the article? Tony: no, what is it? Jeff: look: <file_other> Mary: how ugly of them Mary: Americans... Jeff: they called Guyana "a vast watery wilderness with only three paved highways" Mary: and the paragraphs about children playing in mud, so colonial Mart: very colonial and patronising Jeff: but there's been a twitter storm since Jeff: have you seen #LifeInTheWateryWilderness? Mart: I don't have twitter Mary: I'm looking at it right now Mary: quite funny the reaction of people Mary: but also obvious that they took umbrage at the article Jeff: but the author said he's proud he spurred a debate Tony: I actually agree with him, he was just sincere about this country Tony: without the common hypocritical buttering up Jeff: I think it's an orientalisig and patronising article Tony: but he did it on purpose, to make us think!
New York Times wrote a controversial article about Guyana. The country was called a vast watery wilderness with only three paved highways. People are posting their reactions on twitter.
#Person1#: Hey Stacy. What's going on? #Person2#: I'm pretty tired these days. #Person1#: Why? You're not working so don't you have a lot of time on your hands? #Person2#: I have so much house work to do. I have to take care of the kids, cook, clean, laundry, and the cycle never ends. #Person1#: How about your husband. Does he help much? #Person2#: Not at all. He comes home and complains about his hard day at work. He expects me to do everything. He even wants me to feed him sometimes. Can you believe that? #Person1#: That sucks. #Person2#: If he wasn't so lazy, I think I wouldn't have any complaints. He mows the lawn, but can you believe he tried to convince me to do it? #Person1#: That's crossing the line. #Person2#: Oh well. I'll have to live with it. What else can I do?
Stacy tells #Person1# she feels tired because she has so much housework to do. She also complains about her lazy husband who expects Stacy to do everything.
#Person1#: Ernie, I'm really excited about starting this band together. We're going to be the two coolest students on campus. #Person2#: I know! It's gonna be great. But what kind of music do you think we should play? #Person1#: That's a good question. You know I love hip hop, so maybe we can play some Vanilla Ice songs. #Person2#: Hmm. . . Vanilla Ice? I know his most famous song, ' Ice Ice Baby, ' but I don't know his other songs. #Person1#: That's OK. You can buy his songs on iTunes and listen to them.
#Person1# and Ernie are preparing to start the band at school.
#Person1#: Hey, Frank, there is that Janet Check. #Person2#: Wow, what a great burd! #Person1#: She sure knows how to strut her stuff. #Person2#: She's a real turn-on our rights. #Person1#: And look out she's dressed. #Person2#: Yeah, I noticed. She must be really loaded. #Person1#: No way. Her old man is rich. He buys her anything she wants. #Person2#: Lucky her. Anyway, I think that is just as beautiful. #Person1#: I think you've lost it. #Person2#: Well, that's my opinion. #Person1#: I admit that she is much prettier than Kate. #Person2#: Oh, there is no comparison. Now we are talking but ugly. #Person1#: At least we agree on that. Let's go and get a drink.
#Person1# and Frank are talking about the fortune and beauty of Janet.
pirate: We could possibly join up and conquer bigger villages and lands and get more gold! merchant: I like your plan, tell me more. pirate: We're both young and smart. We can easily conquer differ lands and become powerful. merchant: Will you teach me. All I know is how to peddle these wares. I do have some experience with a sword. A merchant needs to protect himself form pirates. No offense! pirate: I will teach you the ways of the pirate. merchant: THat would be much abliged. When can we start making the gold? pirate: Let's start at nightfall. merchant: I will sharpen my sword and practice until the sun goes down. We can meet back at me cart at sundown. I look forward to learning from you. Do I get to wear a patch too? pirate: You will get the patch, only when you have passed the ultimate test of pirates. Summarize the dialogue
pirate and merchant will conquer bigger villages and lands and get more gold. They will start at nightfall.
person: I must get out of here. I do not belong shackled to these other men! rat: This place is heaven for me, great hiding places person: I am sure you like eating all of that slop. Can you help me out? I need to get back to work at the mill! They will be missing me. rat: Why not enjoy the food at the pantry they are great! person: Listen rat, will you help me or not? I do not even know how I ended up in this place! rat: Do you remember anything? person: I remember nothing at all! I was going home after a hard day of work at the mill. and POOF. I am here. rat: I heard some guy was saying you made a deal with a witch person: A witch? That can not be possible, I am a good man from the village! rat: I have ears around these places and many people have been talking about it person: I must straighten this out right away! Can you pick these locked chains for me? I shall feed you what every it is you want Summarize the dialogue
Rat will help the person get out of the place. The person is a good man from the village. He was going home after a hard day of work at the mill. He is shackled to other men. Rat heard that the person made a deal with a witch.
#Person1#: Hi Cody, how did practicing go this week? #Person2#: Well I had several tests and an oral presentation this week so I didn't get a chance to memorize the second page, but I think I mastered the tricky section. #Person1#: Great! Warm up with some scales and arpeggios first. Good, good. This week, work on keeping the rhythm steady when you play the last part with the sixteenth note. Now let's take a look at this tricky section. #Person2#: Charles? Before I start I was wondering if it was ok if I put a small crescendo in here and then decrescendo back to pianissimo again over here? #Person1#: It might work. I'll have to hear it. Show me what you'Ve done. Not bad. #Person2#: It was horrible! I played play it much better at home! #Person1#: It's just nerves. Just play the right hand for now. One two three four five six, ta ti tri-ple-ti. Good, good. Don't forget the accidentals! The key signature says that note should be a G-sharp but now it's a G-natural. Now add the bass clef. You're going too fast. Remember the tempo for this piece is andante. #Person2#: Is that better? #Person1#: Yes, much better. Watch where you lift your foot off the pedal. What was that? #Person2#: Sorry! The stretch for that octave is always hard to make. #Person1#: That's ok, keep going, you're moving ahead by leaps and bounds. Watch your dynamics! Keep your elbows lifted. Remember to stroke the keys, don't pound. That's better! Remember that as a pianist or any other musician, your technique will be what separates you from the pack just as much or more so as your musicianship.
Cody is too busy to memorize the second page of the music. Charles lets Cody warm up with some scales and arpeggios first and then play the tricky section. Charles thinks Cody makes rapid progress and keeps reminding him of things needed to be paid attention to.
Greg: Guys, I'm outside and I can't find my car Dan: Oh man, and you said you weren't drinking tonight :D Susan: What do you mean? Maybe you parked somewhere else? Jack: Coming Sophie: Have you found it? Greg: No, Jack's here, we're looking Dan: Let us know, it seems weird Jack: Guys, the car really isn't here, we checked the whole street Susan: Oh no... Sophie: I think you should call the police. If you're sure you didn't park it somewhere else Greg: I'm sure, I was happy that I parked it so close to Jack's house, it's definitely not here Dan: I'm so sorry man :( Susan: What kind of car was it? Was it new? Greg: I bought it last month :/ It was a new Mazda Greg: Calling the police Jack: I checked the adjacent streets as well, nothing. The car's red so I don't think we missed it Sophie: If you need any help let us know Susan: It's terrible that people do such a thing. I haven't heard an alarm or anything Dan: Me neither, but the music was quite loud... Jack: It wasn't that loud. I don't get how they did it, Greg's saying he parked almost in front of my door Sophie: Can you check if a white Skoda Octavia is still there? Jack: Yup, still here, no worries
Greg's new, red Mazda has been stolen from a parking near Jack's house. Greg called the police. Sophie's white Skoda Octavia is still parked there.
sheep: Bahaha, you have a cooking pot. Cook something? bahaha peasant: A pot does little good when you have nothing to put in it. If only I had some meat... sheep: BAHAHAHAHAHA peasant: Oh, don't you worry. I wasn't talking about you. You're the only conversation I have in this wretched cottage. sheep: Bahaha, you know. My fur is worth money? Bahaha peasant: That might be something to consider. I don't suppose you'd mind parting with a bit of your wool? sheep: Could I stay here? You know, keep warm? bahahaha peasant: Absolutely, I'd even try and buy you some quality feed from the castle if I sell the wool for enough. sheep: Bahaha, my wool is worth MUCH! Bahaha don't let anyone low ball you. Bahaha peasant: I'm not much for haggling, but I'll do my best to get our money's worth. Summarize the dialogue
Bahaha peasant has nothing to put in the pot. He will sell sheep's wool to buy feed for sheep.
#Person1#: Hello, there. I'm Jack. #Person2#: Hello there. Well. This is it. As you can see, it's fully furnished. You've got your TV...cable TV and broadband Internet is included in the rent. The kitchenette is over there...all fully fitted...nice new fridge and cooker, kettle, toaster, microwave...all your mod-cons. The bathroom is through there...box shower unit...sink...all new from B&Q. There's a nice view of the park from the window too. #Person1#: Hmm...it's smaller than I thought. How much is the rent again? #Person2#: 250 a week, plus of course, you're responsible for all fees including gas, water and electricity. #Person1#: It said 200 in the ad. #Person2#: Yeah, but that was for the small room upstairs and that's already gone. #Person1#: Well, 250 is a bit too much for me. #Person2#: Well this is London. And it is your own place...good location, near the Tube. #Person1#: Look...I can stretch to 200 a week...I can't afford 250 plus all the other bills. #Person2#: All right. One month's rent in advance, plus a month's deposit. That'll be 400 cash. This is the contract...read through it, initial each page and then sign at the bottom... #Person1#: OK.
#Person2# persuades Jack to rent the house in a good location but Jack thinks 250 a week isn't affordable. Finally, #Person2# compromise to 200 and Jack will sign the contract.
Monica: I've got it! Josh: Tell me! Monica: I have this ring she always wanted. I'll give it to her and see if it fits. If it's ok, I'll give you the measure. Josh: That'd be great! Monica: So, when do you want to pop the question? Josh: I was thinking that our third anniversary is coming next month, so that would be a great opportunity. Monica: I think so too. But you can't give anything away by that time. Josh: I know. And I'm asking you the same thing. So, when can you take her finger measure? Monica: This weekend. We're meeting for coffee. Josh: Great! I'll have enough time to order the ring. Thanks! Monica: No problem! Just tell me who it went :) Josh: You have my word!
Josh wants to propose to his girlfriend next month. It's their third anniversary. Monica will get the right ring measure for him this weekend.
Josh: and? does it work? Abby: ya... I guess Josh: nice, I knew you can do this! Abby: it's thanks to you :) Josh: no problem :)
It works for Abby thanks to Josh's help.
#Person1#: Fancy, a big juicy steak stacy? #Person2#: No thanks, I don't eat meat. #Person1#: Since when you became a vegetarian? #Person2#: I watched a documentary about all the animals we keep for eating a few years ago, and it's just brutal. #Person1#: I see, but it's hard to find a vegetarian friendly restaurant in this small town, isn't it? #Person2#: Yeah, so most of the time I cook for myself. #Person1#: Wow, it's been years since I tried some homemade food. What do you say we go back to your place and you cook something for me? #Person2#: Only if you don't mind if all you eat is leaves and fruits. #Person1#: Perfect, let's go.
Stacy watched a documentary and became a vegetarian. #Person1# suggests going back to Stacy's place and eating something Stack cooks.
priests: The Shrine of the Weasel God! All may approach, and make up excuses for their sins. Summarize the dialogue
The Shrine of the Weasel God is open to all.
bandit: That fish looks tasty. crab: It is quite tasty. That's why I'm enjoying eating it so much! bandit: I think I will help myself to a little of that. crab: Please don't bandit. This is the only meal I've had in days. I know you have a lot of food you've stolen from the peasants stored in this lair. So why would you need my fish? bandit: It's what I do. I don't deny you your nature. crab: Looks like I'll be taking my fish with me elsewhere then. Goodbye bandit. bandit: Hey, I thought we were having a nice time. crab: We were until you made it seem like you were going to take my fish. I have bad social anxiety, so don't scare me like that. bandit: Alright crab, keep your fish. I can easily get my own food. crab: Oh thank you! You're not so bad after all, are you bandit? I think you've got a heart of gold hidden within you. Summarize the dialogue
crab is eating fish. Bandit wants to help himself to it. Crab is angry. Bandit gives crab his fish back.
#Person1#: Hi, Jeny.Are still working? #Person2#: Hi, Nacy.Come in please. I'm just putting away on my books. #Person1#: So, you are leaving, aren't you? #Person2#: yes, I'm going to take a holiday tomorrow. #Person1#: How nice! I can see you are busying packing. I'm sorry to interrupt you. #Person2#: That's all right. I'm almost finished.Do you need my help? #Person1#: Yes, could you please go over this for me? and see if there is any mistake in it? #Person2#: Oh. all right I'll read it soon. #Person1#: Excuse me for taking your time. #Person2#: It's nothing Navy.
Jeny is going on a holiday tomorrow and is busying packing. She will help Nacy go over her paperwork.
Lisa: <file_photo> Stanley: That looks delicious. What is it? Lisa: Salmon Tartare: Stanley: Nice. You at Joan's birthday bash? Lisa: Yup.
Lisa sends Stanley a picture of salmon tartare. Lisa is at Joan's birthday party.
animal: So are you telling me to eat the cat? Do you want to be responsible for me killing that cat and eating it? chicken: That cat is always trying to eat my chicks anyway animal: Okay then, Will you help me catch him? You start squawking at him and I'll cover him in this red paint. chicken: Not sure what that will accomplish ... er ... but ok! Hey cat! Look at me do this! animal: You are one talented chicken. Keep dancing. I can't believe that a chicken can break dance. chicken: bok bok! Look at me dance! animal: You got some nice moves chicken. Maybe you could teach me how to dance a little bit. I like to slow dance if that's alright with you. chicken: Oh my! Well ... it has been a while since my rooster ended up in the farmer's stew, and it's been awfully lonely... animal: Hey watch the wings! I want to take things slow. No funny business on the first date. Summarize the dialogue
animal will catch the cat with chicken's help.
rat: Ooo now that is a tasty morsel! queen: Well well what haveth we here? Tis this a RAT I see before me? rat: Oh no, the queen! I'm out of here! queen: Begone vile beast! Guards! Guards! rat: You better hope that I don't have the plague! queen: (lol) Guards! Where are my Guards?! This creature has bitten the royal toe! rat: You'll never catch me, you never have! queen: Bring me the royal cat, Sylvester! Move when your Queen speaks naives! rat: That cat is as lazy and worthless as you are, queen. queen: How dare you! You shall pay for your isolance, rat... Bring me the royal glue traps! rat: The royal what? That's it, I'm making my escape once again. queen: Die you retched thing! rat: Catch me if you can! queen: I shall see you basted and fed to the hogs! Summarize the dialogue
queen has bitten her toe by a rat. The rat is escaping. The queen wants her cat Sylvester to bring glue traps.
Pam: Have you seen the new Woody Allen movie? Steve: No and I'm not going to. He's a creep. All that stuff with his family - yuk. Never watching a movie of his again Pam: I hear ya
Steve is never going to watch a movie by Woody Allen again.
bat king: How are you my queen? Summarize the dialogue
The bat king is asking his queen how she is.
villager: These pigs are out of control. pig: In control. villager: Really? Try me. I like to eat bacon. pig: Give that back! My mud. villager: You are so smelly and loud. You disturb the whole village. You need to learn to be sweet or i am going to eat you pig: I'm sorry. Please spare me. villager: Ill happily spare you, but you need to calm down a bit. I may have some seditives if you need them pig: No, thank you, sir. Move along now. villager: Move along? pig: Please! Leave me alone! villager: I'm going to put a cork in your rear end so I never have smell your stinky farts again pig: Leave me! Please villager: I am getting Farmer Bob.... Summarize the dialogue
pigs are out of control. Villager likes to eat bacon. Pigs are in control. Villager is getting Farmer Bob.
#Person1#: Lisa, I'm so glad to see you. How are you doing? #Person2#: Fine. I miss you so much, uncle Benjamin. #Person1#: Me too. We haven't seen each other for years. #Person2#: It's been 3 years now. #Person1#: How time flies! Now you are a college student out of a little girl. #Person2#: How is aunty Shirley? #Person1#: Couldn't be better. #Person2#: How has May been? #Person1#: She's been good. She is in grade one in Joy Chain high school. And she dreams to be a volunteer in 2008.
Uncle Benjamin and Lisa haven't seen each other for years. They greet each other and family members.
family member: Quite. I am most in awe. guard: How have you and the family been? family member: We are strong. We always have things come up now and then, but we get through. guard: Yeah nothing gets us guys guys. Are you ready for the feast tonight? family member: Of course my dear guard. By the way, how is the king? guard: He's doing great. The Queen had been sick, but she's been feeling better. The King was worried about her. family member: Oh I see. Tell him my best wishes from us. guard: Will do. He'll be happy to hear from anyone with positivity. family member: Good. What is the main dish by the way? guard: Steak. Should be good. How do you like yours cooked? family member: I like mine well done. I don't understand how people can eat rare steak. guard: Me neither. I like mine at least medium well done. Rare is too rare and too red, meh. family member: Indeed. Well, my appreciation to you and the rest for this wonderful time. Summarize the dialogue
family member and guard are going to a feast tonight. The main dish is steak. The Queen was sick, but she's feeling better now. The guard likes his steak well done.
#Person1#: Don't worry about your train sickness. I have brought some tablets with me that prevent train sickness. Here, take this one now. I'm sure you'll be alright on the train. #Person2#: It's very kind of you. By the way where is the dining car? #Person1#: The dining car is next to the sleeping car. Shall we eat our meals in the dining car? #Person2#: The attendant will bring some food here. But since the dining car is next to this carriage, we may just as well eat there. #Person1#: That's alright. How beautiful the scenery is. Look at the vast stretches of green fields. #Person2#: But it looks lovely only at this time of the year. It's rather dull and lonely in winter. #Person1#: That's why I prefer to travel in the summer and autumn. #Person2#: Me, too. I love summer, though it is hot. #Person1#: The train's pulling in. Do we have time to get offen stretch our legs? #Person2#: You may go out if you want. The train will stop for 1/4 of an hour before it continues on its way. Whatever you do, don't miss it.
#Person1# has brought some tablets to protect #Person2# from train sickness. #Person2# suggests eating in the dining car because it is next to the carriage. They both like traveling in the summer and autumn.
Alex: What mark did you get for the maths test? Sandra: 95% Alex: Wow! That's amazing! Sandra: Yeah, I'm well pleased with that. Alex: I would be if I got the same. Sandra: What did you get? Alex: A measly 55%. Sandra: That's gotta suck! Poor you! Guess it's still a pass though. Alex: Just about. Sandra: Have the physics test tomorrow. Are you studying for that? Alex: Yeah. Sandra: Me too. Sandra: School is really hard this year. Alex: Says the girl that gets top marks in her class. Sandra: But I work for them. Alex: So do I and you still get better than me. Every time. Sandra: Hehehe... Alex: You're so modest ;-) Sandra: Yeah, I know. LOL
At the maths test, Sandra got 95% and Alex got 55%, which is still a pass. They are studying for the tomorrow's physics test.
Jennifer: your doctor appointment is at 7 Jennifer: remember about it! Robert: ok
Robert has an appointment at the doctor's at 7.
Ron: Hey Paula! Paula: Hi Ron;-) Ron: any plans for NYE? Paula: yep, my sis is coming to visit me :D Ron: will u go to a club or to a nice house party? Paula: no, we gonna stay at home, drink some cheap wine and puke at midnight Ron: yh..lovely.. Paula: what about you? Ron: I'm going to Hashaba. <file_other> Ron: The entrance is free and it's a relatively cheap place Ron: if you change yr mind, u r most welcome ;-) Paula: thx Paula: I'll to talk my sis Ron: let me know if u wanna join. Ron: I'll put u on the list then. Paula: ok, thx Paula: need to go now, bye Ron: bye ;-)
Paula's sister will visit her for New Year's Eve and they will stay at home. Ron is going to Hashaba and invites Paula and her sister.
child: Th-th-hank you sir. I can't find my parents either.. the king: That is most heart wrenching to hear. Where did you last see them Child? child: They were in the village, but over night they disappeared. I came here for guidance. One of your advisers brought me here. the king: I see, the advisor did the right thing bringing you here. We shall find your parents . Tomorrow I will send a mission to the village to ask around. child: Thank you so much!! the king: No need for thanks child. It is my duty to serve my people, even if they are below me! child: You're the best king ever the king: Whats inside that bag in your hands though, Child? child: It's food... I was so hungry. I had to take what I could... the king: I am sorry I suspected that you stole something luxurious from my throne room. How foolish of me! child: I.. I would never sir!! Summarize the dialogue
The child's parents disappeared over night. One of the king's advisers brought the child to the king. The king will send a mission to the village tomorrow to ask around.
#Person1#: Could I speak to Mary, please? #Person2#: This is Mary speaking. Who is that? #Person1#: This is Bob. Where have you been, Mary? I have been trying to get on to you for the last half hour. Don't you leave your home at 7 #Person2#: Yes, I do, but today I went shopping and have only just come back. It is very nice to hear your voice, Bob. I didn't know you were in New York. #Person1#: I arrived this morning. I would have rung you before but I have been terribly busy all day attending a conference. It has only just ended. Are you doing anything tonight, Mary? #Person2#: Yes, I am going to meet a client. #Person1#: But that is terrible! I am only here for one night! #Person2#: I am sorry, Bob. If you had told me you were coming up, I would have kept tonight free. But you didn't tell me. #Person1#: I didn't know myself till this morning when my boss suddenly dashed into the office and told me to rush up here to attend the conference. #Person2#: I thought Henry usually did the conferences. #Person1#: Yes, he does but when he was driving up here last night he had an accident and was taken to hospital. So I am doing it instead. Mary, Must you go out tonight? Couldn't you get out of it? #Person2#: I'm free tomorrow but I suppose that will be too late. #Person1#: No, I will stay another day. my boss will get over it. Would you like to meet me for lunch tomorrow? #Person2#: I'd like to. But Bob, are you sure it will be all right? I would hate you to make your boss angry or even lose your job. #Person1#: It is all right. I will call the boss and tell him I am staying another day. I stayed an extra night in Boston last month and he didn't seem to put about it. #Person2#: Why did you stay an extra night in Boston? What happened? #Person1#: I will tell you tomorrow. See you tomorrow, Mary. #Person2#: See you tomorrow.
Bob calls Mary and says he's come to her city because of work and wants to see her tonight. However, Mary has to meet a client tonight so Bob decides to stay for another day and meets her tomorrow. Mary is concerned whether he would make his boss angry by doing so. Bob comforts her by saying his boss wouldn't care.
Emma: hey i will be litlle late Hela: ok Emma: im sorry
Emma will be a little late.
Daryl: Where did u find this? Jo: Just googled it. Lou: It says that nearly 50% of teens can be addicted to games. Daryl: Rly? Do u feel addicted? Jo: Nope. I'm a casual gamer. Once or twice a week for 2/3 hrs. And that's it. Lou: Well, I play every day. Bt I don't feel addicted. Daryl: Ru sure? Tried stopping for a week? Lou: Y would I? Jo: Just for the sake of it. Maybe u'll like the outside world better ;) Lou: Stop mocking me. I'm not a junkie! Daryl: Sure ur not. Probably already thinking about Battlefield, eh? Lou: No!
Daryl. Jo and Lou discuss addiction to games. Jo plays once or twice a week for 2-3 hours. Lou plays every day, but he doesn't feel addicted.
knights in training: I have swung my sword day in and out without break! knight: And with a bow and horseback? knights in training: I have not just yet I must perfect my swing! knight: That's a good idea. When you have perfected your swords skills you can come to me and I can privately train you to use a bow and arrow the way it should be used. Some say I'm the best in the entire kingdom with a bow. knights in training: I would love that thank you so much! knight: Of course, It would be my pleasure. Tell me, what made you want to be a knight? knights in training: Well my father was a knight the best all around, but he perished when I was a boy. knight: The best around? If he was the best around how did he perish? knights in training: I was to young to understand I am still not sure... knight: Well if he was a great knight I'm sure he died with honor. I wish the best of luck to you in your days of training. Summarize the dialogue
knights in training are learning to be a knight. They want to be a knight like their father.
pirate: haha! A good pirate always has a map, especially one as successful as myself. person: Looks like this castle is pretty abandoned. Doubt there will be much treasures. pirate: Which is why there will be treasures! They are in the secret room behind the throne for a reason! person: What are we waiting for then. Let's go! pirate: We should only be a few rooms away. listen when we get there I need you to be lookout. Let me go into the room alone, stay in the throne room, okay? person: Uh huh. You just don't want me to see what is in there. pirate: What are you talking about, after such a long journey, you truly don't trust me? person: I just had to put that out there. OK, I will keep a look out. pirate: Good, I knew I could trust you! Wait here! I'll come get you in a few hours! person: Trusting you! Hurry though. we have to leave soon. Summarize the dialogue
pirate and person are going to the secret room behind the throne. person will stay in the throne room and wait for pirate.
Adam: Mary, could you please cover for me today? Mary: Sorry, can't do, I'm stuck at home, Gill has a flu. Maybe Joe? Joe: Uhm, ok, tell the PM I said it's fine. Adam: I owe you one, really, thanks!
Mary can't cover for Adam because she is stuck at home with Gill, who has a flu. Joe will cover for Adam.
User Interface: So basically if you hold it like that the one on your thumb the thumb button is the power button Your index finger is channel up middle finger is channel down ring finger is volume up your pinkie is volume down Marketing: What is the big blue thing ? User Interface: That is the lock button has a L L on it and then the M is a mute button And then it also has digit Project Manager: what button ? Oh mute User Interface: and then then you can also there is a numeric keypad on the top so you can key directly to the to the channel if you want
The button to the thumb was the power button, the index and middle finger were channels up and down, whereas the ring finger and pinkie were volumes up and down. The blue button with the inscription of "L" was to lock, whereas the one with "M" was to mute. Moreover, a numeric keypad was on the top so users could directly key to a channel.
Kyle: How was the workshop? Joanne: it was amazing, very inspiring! Kyle: Oh, pity I was't there Joanne: I thought about you all the time, you would have liked it so much. Kyle: Did she only talk about her book or more generally? Joanne: She talked generally about gender ethics and new ways for feminism. Kyle: That's sounds very interesting. Joanne: It was indeed.
Joanne has attended a very interesting workshop on gender ethics and new ways for feminism.
Mat: we going out tonight babe? Kim: i don’t feel like going out just wanna go home after work Mat: i know it’s been tough recently you gonna feel so much better promise Kim: well i don’t know Mat: wanna check that new restaurant out? we’ll have some nice dinner and go home straight away Kim: ok fine Mat: great! i’ll book a table for 2. 6 fine with u? Kim: it is. can u pick me up? Mat: 5.30? Kim: love u Mat: love u too
Kim and Mat are going to the new restaurant tonight. They are meeting at 5.30.
Professor B: Alright so e we have to figure out some eh eh basically display hack or something to do this because anyway I I let me consi suggest that s a s not a first order consideration we have two first order considerations which is what are the influences A A and B how do they get combined mathematically how do we display them is an issue but Grad C: I do not I just do not think this has been designed to support something like that Grad D: I I mean it might soon if this is going to be used in a serious way like java base then it might soon be necessary to start modifying it for our purposes Professor B: Right and I that seems like a perfectly feasible thing to get into but we have to know what we want first OK so why do not you tell us a little bit about decision nodes and what what the choices might be for these ? Grad D: So Ah sorry I guess that s Grad C: You can technically wear that as you are talking Grad D: it s right I guess I can do that I guess this board works fine So recall the basic problem which is that you have a belief net and you have like a lot of different nodes all contributing to one node Right ? So as we discussed specifying this kind of thing is a big pain and it s so will take a long time to write down because for example if these S have three possibilities each and this has three possibilities then you know you have two hundred and forty three possibilities which is already a lot of numbers to write down So what helps us in our situation is that these all have values in the same set right ? These are all like saying EV or A right ? So it s not just a generalized situation like I mean basically we want to just take a combination of we want to view each of these as experts ea who are each of them is making a decision based on some factors and we want to sort of combine their decisions and create you know sorta weighted combination Grad E: ROVER All of their outputs combined to make a decision Grad D: So the problem is to specify the so the conditional property of this given all those right ? That s the way belief nets are defined like each node given its parents right ? So that s what we want we want for example P of let s call this guy Y and let s call these X one X two XN right So we want probability that Y equals you know for example E given that these guys are I will just refer to this as like X hat or something the co like all of them ? Given that for example the data says you know A V A E or something right ? So we would like to do this kind of combination Professor B: Alright so Is that I I just want to make sure everybody is with us before he goes on It s it s cl e is is it clear what he wants to compute ? Grad D: Right So right So Basically what we do not want to do is to for every single combination of E and V and A and every single letter E s give a number because that s obviously not desirable What we want to do is find some principled way of saying what each of these is and we want it to be a valid probability distribution so we want it to add up to one right ? So those are the two things that we need So what I guess what Jerry suggested earlier was basically that we you know view these guys as voting and we just take the we essentially take averages right ? So for example here two people have voted for A one has voted for V and one has voted for E so we could say that the probabilities are you know probability of being E is one over four because one person voted for E out of four and similarly probability of so this is probability of E s and then probability of A given all that is two out of four and probability of V is one out of four Right ? So that s step that s the that s the that s the basic thing Now Is that all OK ? Grad E: And that one outcome that s it s X X one voted for A X two voted for V Professor B: S so this assumes symmetry and equal weights and all this sort of things which may or may not be a good assumption Grad D: So step two is right So we ve assumed equal weights whereas it might turn out that you know some w be that for example what the the actual the verbal content of what the person said like what what might be somehow more important than the Grad C: X one matters more i than X two or Grad D: Right Sure so we do not want to like give them all equal weight so currently we ve been giving them all weight one fourth so we could replace this by W one W two W three and W four right ? And in order for this to be a valid probability distribution for each X hat we just need that the W s sum to one So they can be for example you know you you could have point one point three point two and point four say And that would be one So that also seems to work fine And Grad C: So I jus just to make sure I understand this so in this case we would still compute the average ? Grad D: You would compute the weighted average so the probability of E would be Grad C: OK so so it would be so in this case the probability that Y equals A would be comment W one times or A or let s see one full quarter times point one Grad D: so these numbers have been replaced with point one point three point two and point four So you can view these as gone OK So alright So this is step two So the next possibility is that we ve given just a single weight to each expert right whereas it might be the case that in certain situations one of the experts is more reliable and in certain situations the other expert is more reliable So the way this is handled is by what s called a mixture of experts so what you can have is you augment these diagrams like this so you have a new thing called `` H `` OK ? This is a hidden variable And what this is is it gets its input from X one X two X three and X four and what it does is it decides which of the experts is to be trusted in this particular situation Right ? And then these guys all come here OK So this is sightly more complicated So what s going on is that this H node looks at these four values of those guys and it decides in given these values which of these is not likely to be more reliable or most reliable So H produces some you know it produces a number either one two three or four in our situation right ? Now this guy he looks at the value of H say it s two and then he just selects the thing That s all there is to say I guess about it Right so you can have a mixture that Grad A: So so the function of the thing that comes out of H is very different from the function of the other inputs It s driving how the other four are interpreted OK Grad C: So H passes a vector on to the next node ? It could ? A vector of the weights as the se Grad A: Well a vector with three zero s and one one right ? Grad C: Oh it s basically to tell the bottom node which one of the situations that it s in or which one of the weighting systems Grad D: Right so I mean the way you desc Grad C: W I was just if you wanted to pay attention to more than one you could pass a w a weighting s system though too could not you ? OK Grad A: Does H have to have another input to tell it alpha beta whatever or is the that s determined by what the experts are saying like the type of situ OK OK OK I mean It it just seems that like without that that outside input that you ve got a situation where you know like if if X one says no you know a low value coming out of X on or i if X one says no then ignore X one you know I mean that seems like that would be weird Grad D: well could be things like if X two and X three say yes then i ignore X one also Grad A: right ? Oh OK OK Alright right Grad C: Oh The situations that H has are they built into the net or OK so they they could either be hand coded or learned or OK Based on training data OK So you specify one of these things for every one of those possi possible situations Oh
Professor B first emphasized the necessity of combining influences mathematically and asked Grad D to further explain the potential solutions. Then the students discussed the computation methods including weighted combination and mixture of experts, based on the mechanism of belief-nets. But there was no consensus on which method should be applied in belief-nets.
weddings: You haven't heard the best part. There's always a feast.. chicken, fish, steak, vegetables, fruits, pies, spirits. They have it all. peasant: Wait . . . food without mold? I didn't even know that was possible. You have my attention, but I would really like to have the hammer back - I call him hammy the hammer. weddings: Here. Just don't hit me with Hammy. peasant: I promise - now tell me more of the legend of the mold-free food. weddings: Well we can definitely do it this weekend. We can pretend to be brother I guess. But you'll need to uh... smell better. peasant: I don't recall ever bathing, but I could give it a shot. It won't hurt will it, bathing? weddings: Nah. You're going to love it. We might need to get you some clothing with less holes. Summarize the dialogue
weddings and peasant are going to have a feast this weekend. They will pretend to be brothers.
rat: I do not trespass here! It is my duty to bite and infect those who are treacherous, with deceitful hearts, as well as offering protection to those who warrant it! knight: You shall do no such thing, as I am sworn to protect anything within these castle walls! rat: I call upon your pity, honorable Knight, and pledge to protect you and your lady whenever it is within my ability! I swaer to you, you shall not regret sparing my life! And I have many friends I can call upon in time of need! knight: I'm sorry but such an offer of coercion will not work on me! rat: Then I have no choice but to stab you in the calf with this arrow, and bite your ankles!! You will rue the day you no pity for such a creature as I! knight: Oh no you don't! Get back! rat: Bite! Bite! gnaw,gnaw,gnaw! I have sharp teeth and I am quicker than your sword!! Summarize the dialogue
a rat is trying to get into the castle. the knight is trying to stop him.
John: Hey Michael, have you seen my register? Michael: What does it look like? John: It got a picture of Messi on its cover. Michael: Yeah i remember. I have seen this register. John: Where? Michael: I saw it with Ava. John: Oh yeah i remember . She waned to copy notes. Michael: There you go. Problem solved.
Michael saw John's register with Ava, who wanted to copy notes.
#Person1#: Have you enjoyed your weekend? #Person2#: Yes, it's been marvelous. It really was very kind of you to invite me. I hope it hasn't been too much trouble. #Person1#: Not at all. We've really enjoyed having you. I hope you'll come and stay again next time you're in Changsha.
#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# enjoyed the weekend organized by #Person1#.
#Person1#: Hi, I was wondering if you have my test results in. #Person2#: I didn't see anything out of the ordinary, but I want you to log onto our website for a printout of all of the details. #Person1#: So, basically, I am OK? #Person2#: If there were any major problems, I would always notify you by phone to come in. #Person1#: What will I learn when I see the results on the website? #Person2#: A description of each test is given on the site. #Person1#: What will the numbers tell me? #Person2#: The website will give you a normal range and then tell you what your results are. #Person1#: Are all of my test results on that site? #Person2#: Your entire test history is on the site. You can compare your results from other years.
#Person2# asks #Person1# to log onto the website for a printout of #Person1#'s test results and tells #Person1# how to read the online test results.
person: Silly woman! I'm just a person. I've two arms and two legs just as you do. lady in waiting: So does the ghost of my father when I see him. Papa looks full-fleshed but he's been dead for a decade. I know better than to trust a ghoul. Now, please give me back my handkerchief! I really must be headed back before.... well... person: This isn't anything special after all. Do you see your Papa right now, here with us? lady in waiting: No. He told me to take a short cut today, though, and now I'm lost and terrified, and you're tormenting me. Tell me why you're her, or I will be forced to scream. person: Haha, and what will screaming do for you? It lady in waiting: I.. I... I'll alert the guards! Yes, I'll aler- OH MY LORD! DID YOU- DID YOU SEE THAT? SOMETHING JUST RAN PAST THE DOORWAY! Summarize the dialogue
Lady in waiting is lost and scared. She is looking for her father. She is screamning because she saw something run past the doorway.
knight: Marksman, You are a very good aim! marksman: Yes, but it came with a price. I have been here in these training fields for days and days. Summarize the dialogue
marksman has been in the training fields for days and days.
Maverick: Hi Marcus! Got time for Skype today? Marcus: hi! yeah let's do it Marcus: 9pm? Maverick: Great. See you then! Marcus: see you!
Maverick and Marcus will meet on Skype today at 9pm.
fairy: I am fine to keep secrets. old man with a fishing rod: Ah . . . do I have your oath? SHould you break it you would explode into pixie dust? fairy: Hardly will I explode, but you do have it none the less. old man with a fishing rod: Well, I'm a poacher you see, on the King's river. I fish so my grandchildren won't starve - is that so wrong? I have been so very careful up till now, but I need someone to confide in. fairy: The guilt certainly can build up, but what is one to do when it comes to providing for family. old man with a fishing rod: What about your family fairy, what can you tell me? fairy: I have always lived alone, I do have many a fairy friend though. old man with a fishing rod: What is life like for fairies? fairy: Oh mostly flying around, tending to flowers, cleaning the little fairy house. Basic things mostly. old man with a fishing rod: What types of magic can you do? Can you make fish multiply? Summarize the dialogue
old man with a fishing rod is a poacher on the King's river. He fishes so his grandchildren won't starve. He has been careful up till now, but he needs someone to confide in. fairy: The guilt certainly can build up, but what is
Noe: hey girl, is everything good with you? Laila: hii! Yes I am great! What about you? Noe: good good! So how is your new job? Apartment? Life! Tell me EVERYTHING! 👀 Laila: oh I freaking love it here in Amsterdam! It is less stressful than Paris, but you still have a lot of career opportunities with all the big brands being based here... Noe: that sounds great, are you satisfied with your new job? Laila: humm … I am still discovering all its aspects, and getting to know my boss better (hope she doesn’t turn out a bitch like the last one) 😂… but so far so good with the colleagues. Laila: and we have people from all over the world! Noe: hahah you cracked me up! She was a real bitch though! Thank God I left at the same time as you, otherwise I would have gone crazy. Laila: tell me me about it! 😷 Noe: and how is yoru roommate? do you get along? Laila: yes, perfectly! I am so lucky this time thank God. She is German, I also get to practice it with her 😊 Laila: when are you coming to visit though? Noe: soon! soon! I am just waiting for my contact to be signed, then I can make travel plans. Laila: ok, let me know ❤️
Laila loves Amsterdam as it is less stressful than Paris. She is still learning about her new job and getting to know her boss. She hopes she will be better than the previous one, who was "a real bitch" in Noe's opinion. Laila also likes her German roommate. Noe will visit her soon.
#Person1#: Have you ever been to Xi'an? #Person2#: Yes, I'Ve been there several times on business trips. But I have never really seen the terra-cotta warriors as it is outside the city. #Person1#: I'Ve heard many people saying that it is a place worth touring. I really want to see the old walls and terra-cotta warriors one day. Of course I won't miss the local food either. You know, the sites interests a food in scenery, food is a key factor when visiting a place. #Person2#: I agree. As long as the food is not too bizarre once I saw some people eating insects. That is frightening. #Person1#: Sure it is. Is it convenient to get there by plane? #Person2#: Well, the airport is quite far from the downtown area, but it is still more convenient than taking the train.
#Person1# thinks Xi'an is worth visiting and #Person2# agrees, but #Person2# thinks the food is bizarre. #Person2# also tells #Person1# it's convenient to get there by plane.
bird: Always, I do have to stay on top of finding my food. boy: "Have you seen any knights on the road?" bird: I cannot say that I have today, it has been fairly quiet round this shack. boy: "Ohhh. I was hoping to show off my sword skills! You think if I'm good enough, they'll take me to be knighted?" bird: Who knows, I imagine anything is possible with practice. boy: "You see this? This is what I want to look like! I just have to practice a lot, right?" bird: Certainly, for now just keep up with the practice. Sword play is dangerous after all. boy: "Of course! That's why I only practice with this wooden sword." bird: I am sure that eventually you will work your way up. boy: "You think so? I hear steel is very heavy, it'll be a lot of work to swing a real sword around!" bird: Well yes but as you grow and strengthen yourself the weight will become normal to you. Summarize the dialogue
boy wants to be knighted. He practices sword play with a wooden sword.
cow: Hello! I hope you have some fresh grass for me to eat if you expect quality milk! farmer: It has been a harsh winter so grass is hard to come by. cow: You're not thinking about eating me, are you? farmer: Well.... it has been a harsh winter. cow: Why not eat this horse instead? I am your only cow! farmer: Horse meat isn't as delicious as cow meat unfortunately. cow: Looks like I will have to tie you up until you come back to your senses then.. farmer: You can't tie a farmer unfortunately. cow: Why are you doing this to me? Is there anything I can do? farmer: No, because we have to survive the winter. cow: Ok, but know that I will look you straight in the eyes as you end my life. farmer: Gotta do, what you gotta do. cow: Goodbye, my dear friend. farmer: Goodbye my Cow, I'm sorry. Summarize the dialogue
cow is the only cow in the farm. The farmer is going to eat her because it's been a harsh winter.
giant frog: Goodness! A delicious fly! fly: Leave me alone! giant frog: You entered this temple, at a time when I am hungry! fly: Please leave me be. I will lead you to an ants nest in exchange. giant frog: But flies are my favorite! fly: I know but you'll have more food if I lead you to a nest instead. giant frog: I am not sure I can leave - this place is very small and I am very large. I might not fit through the entrance. fly: I'm sure you can fit through just try and follow me. giant frog: Egh....I'm stuck! fly: Well look at that time for me to leave yopu. giant frog: Why were you here in the first place? fly: I'm just flying around looking at the fairies, it's really nice in this area. giant frog: Yes it is...but for much longer for you! Summarize the dialogue
giant frog is hungry and he finds a fly in the temple. The fly offers to lead the frog to an ants nest in exchange for not being eaten. The frog is stuck in the temple and the fly leaves.
#Person1#: I don't know what to do. I can't seem to get anyone in the hospital to listen to my complaints and this outdated equipment is dangerous. Just look at it. #Person2#: Hmm, uh, are you trying to say that it presents a health hazard? #Person1#: Yes, I am. The head technician in the lab tried to persuade the hospital administration to replace it, but they are trying to cut costs. #Person2#: You are pregnant, aren't you? #Person1#: Yes, I am. I made an effort to get my supervisor to transfer me to another department, but he urged me not to complain too loudly. Because the administration is more likely to replace me than an X-ray equipment, I'm afraid to refuse to work. But I'm more afraid to expose my unborn child to the radiation. #Person2#: I see what you mean. Well, as your union representative, I have to warn you that it would take quite a while to force management to replace the old machines and attempt to get you transferred may or may not be successful. #Person1#: Oh, what am I supposed to do then? #Person2#: Workers have the legal right to refuse certain unsafe work assignments under two federal laws, the Occupation or Safety and Health Act and the National Labor Relations Act. But the requirements of either of the Acts may be difficult to meet. #Person1#: Do you think I have a good case? #Person2#: If you do lose your job, the union will fight to get it back for you along with back pay, your lost income. But you have to be prepared for a long wait, maybe after two years.
#Person1# complains that the hospital administration isn't willing to replace the dangerous outdated equipment and transfer #Person1# to another department. #Person2# tells #Person1# workers have legal rights to refuse unsafe works and the union will fight for her if she loses her job but she needs to prepare for a long wait.
Olivia: hey hey, I need your help! Alex: yeah, what's up Olivia: Well, I'm trying to find a good used bike, do you think you could help me? Alex: Are you looking online? Olivia: Yeah yeah, I've got this website where people are posting their used stuff, bikes too, but it's hard for me to tell which ones are even worth calling about Alex: Ok, well send me some pics or links and I'll be able to tell you Olivia: alright cool, I have a few saved, but I'm not even sure, mostly if they are even my size. Alex: ha, yeah, that's relevant Olivia: alright, here are a few Olivia: <file_photo> Olivia: <file_photo> Olivia: <file_photo> Olivia: <file_photo> Alex: hmm ok, well the first one is definitely a no Alex: the frame is way to big for you Alex: How tall are you? Olivia: 5'5" Alex: yeah yeah, definitely too big, that's for someone at least 5'10" Olivia: mm ok ok, ha yeah see, I wouldn't have any idea Alex: The second one, I mean it looks like it's in ok condition, size wise probably ok too, you could check it out Alex: The 3rd and 4th are just really tacky so up to you if you wanna ride something like that Olivia: lol thanks Alex, well I'm looking for function over fashion anyway Alex: Alright, but I mean you can have both Olivia: yea yeah, but I'm not looking for that now, maybe next season Alex: <file_photo> Alex: He is mine, proof Olivia: ha, thanks for that, not really the point Olivia: well thanks anyway Alex: sure sure, let me know if you need any more guidance ;)
Alex advises Olivia on the purchase of a used bike online. It's relevant that the bike fits her height.
rat: Do you have some crumbs for me? Summarize the dialogue
rat wants some crumbs from the table.
#Person1#: Would you please weigh this letter to see what the postage is? #Person2#: Do you want to send it by ordinary or registered mail? #Person1#: By ordinary air mail, please. #Person2#: Anything of value in it? #Person1#: A postal order for four hundred dollars. #Person2#: In that case, you'd better have it registered. #Person1#: Will I be informed when my friend gets the letter? #Person2#: Yes, when your friend gets it, he'll sign a receipt, which will be sent to you by mail. Then you can be sure it's been received. #Person1#: All right, I'll have it registered, then.
#Person1# wants to send a letter by ordinary airmail. Since it contains a postal order, #Person2# recommends #Person1# to have it registered.
blacksmith: This mask is too much. I want to smell the spices town jester: Oops did I drop that. Summarize the dialogue
The blacksmith doesn't like the mask. The town jester dropped it.
Melissa: i hope it's not too early to text John: it's not, I've been awake for hours John: i wake up at 5 in the morning to workout Melissa: really?!?!?!?! Melissa: u r crazy John: lol John: i actually like it Melissa: that's crazy Melissa: that's kind of what I wanted to text you about Melissa: you've lost SOOOOOOOOO much weight since the last time i saw you Melissa: i was impressed last night Melissa: you looked really good John: thanks! i feel flattered Melissa: i wanted to ask how you did it, I need to lose weight myself John: i started to go to the gym Melissa: that sounds like hell, lol, I hate going to the gym John: me too!!! but i still do it every day John: and i did a juice fast Melissa: what's that? John: i didn't eat anything for 4 weeks, instead i only drank vegetable juices Melissa: wwwwwhhhhaaaaaaatttt?!?!?! Melissa: that's crazy John: it worked and i'm feeling better than ever Melissa: can we get together so you can tell me more about it? John: sure. thursday 4 pm at the health store near my place? Melissa: sounds great, I'll see you then
John lost his weight by exercising in the gym everyday, and being on vegetable juice diet for 4 weeks. Melissa will meet John on Thursday at 4 p.m. at the health store, so he can tell her about it.
Daisy: Hi Heather, I spent half the night studying. Daisy: Can we postpone our meeting by 1hr? Heather: Hi Daisy, sure, no problem. Daisy: OK, I'm going back to sleep :D
Daisy studied at night. She postpones her meeting with Heather by 1 hour.
#Person1#: We're going to have a party tonight. That's great. But what kind of drinks should we get? #Person2#: I know that beer is your favorite, but I don't think everyone likes it. How about some soft drinks? #Person1#: OK, but I don't think we need too many softdrinks. We've got one bottle of orange juice. So another 2 bottles of cola will be enough. Is there anything else we need to prepare? #Person2#: Well, let me see. Maybe we better get some wine. #Person1#: I agree, if you must. But you know, I don't have any interest in drinking wine.
#Person2# suggests getting some soft drinks and wine for the party tonight. #Person1# agrees but #Person1# dislikes wine.
pastor: I am afraid we have no food in the temple at this time. We do have this holy water. worshipper: I can not drink holy water. That would be wrong would it not father? pastor: No, but perhaps you can use it to cleanse your bread! worshipper: Perhaps. But my physical needs can wait. Tell me father, what is there for me here in this holy place? pastor: To find greater purpose in life under God's guiding hand, my child. worshipper: This is what I seek. Is there space for me to stay here in this temple? I would love to make this my home while I find my greater porpose. pastor: Have you been baptized yet? Only the purest of souls may reside here. worshipper: No father. Can you baptise me in the lords name? pastor: I will have it arranged. Of course, you must also be chaste and follow a life of celibacy. worshipper: I will do anything for an eternal life in heaven father. Thank you for your kindness. Summarize the dialogue
worshipper wants to stay in the temple. He wants to be baptized and celibate.
#Person1#: Have you ever done your shopping at Whole Foods market? #Person2#: I haven't shopped there. How is the food? #Person1#: The food there is wonderful. #Person2#: I go to Sons for my groceries. #Person1#: I prefer the food at Whole Foods. #Person2#: Is there something wrong with Sons? #Person1#: Sons doesn't offer a lot of organic foods. #Person2#: Do they offer organic foods at Whole Foods? #Person1#: Yes, that's the place to go to get healthier food. #Person2#: Maybe I'll try that store out. #Person1#: If you like Sons, then I'm sure you'll love Whole Foods. #Person2#: You're making me a believer.
#Person1# and #Person2# discuss differences between Whole Foods market and Sons. #Person2# will try Whole Foods which offers organic foods.
townperson: Howdy, how's life? Summarize the dialogue
Townperson is doing well.
#Person1#: Jane, what would you do if you were on vacation overseas and lost all your money and credit cards? #Person2#: Well, I guess I'd probably sell my watch and camera... Or I might get a job as a waitress somewhere till I made enough money to buy a plane ticket to return home.
Jane tells #Person1# what she would do if she lost all money and cards abroad.
an old woman: I can just be a human.... do be careful. The torch shows the floor is a mess. many insects: Don't worry about the floor in this passageway. It will always be a mess. Also the buzzing you find company, you will not hear up there. Down here there are many of us insects, so that is why you here it. an old woman: It echoes from the narrow walls here. And it drowns out the rats. Urgh I don't like the rats. I'm glad I've got the torch. many insects: I don't like them either, but they are always here. They need to stay out of harms way also. They do not have anyone to defend them from the other creatures up there an old woman: I've learns many ways to scare them away in my time. I can show you things to do. many insects: That would be grand! But they do not bother us too much. They just look for scraps and such. an old woman: There's not much of me to eat.. I'm old and scrawny. Summarize the dialogue
an old woman is scared of rats and wants to know how to scare them away. many insects are happy to show her the ways.
roach: Oh, once I learn to read I'll make you very wealthy! This scroll has the power to make felines fly! a cat: maybe there is spell here to teach you to read roach: I am small. I am sure I can read this. I just need to learn how to open the scroll! I heard that this scroll was magical for purring nobles such as yourself. a cat: Yes well letme help open this roach: Make sure your paws are dry. If you damage the scroll you may smudge the script and my little eyes will be useless. a cat: yes let me wipe my paws over here I think this will go well roach: We may need this lights to help us. It's dark in here. a cat: You sure are a smart fellow I surprised you don't already know how to read roach: I can understand shapes. I just have to crawl over them. When I see the patterns it reminds me of a time when I had a different body. I was able to do many things. a cat: I see I wonder what I use to be Summarize the dialogue
a cat and a roach are trying to open a scroll.
#Person1#: I am not sure what to do during the holidays, any suggestions? #Person2#: Well, going to a cinema, visiting the galleries, exhibitions and museums, finding and meeting old friends, exercising in the health club or mountain biking. There are so many good choices. #Person1#: The problem is that I find all of them are full of fun. I just don't know what to do first. #Person2#: Why not start with the most interesting one? #Person1#: Actually, I'm interested in all of them. The more choices we have, the harder to make a decision. #Person2#: Toss a coin to decide then.
#Person1# doesn't know what to do during the holidays because there are so many choices. #Person2# suggests tossing a coin.
lord: Thank you! The king has seen fit to deed me this land and this home. I am truly happy here. What are your aspirations in the kingdom? humble knight: I aspire to be the greatest knight to ever grace this kingdom. lord: You are well on your way , Sir. I have this paper for you! humble knight: Thank you. I also have something for you as well. lord: Thank you! Why do I deserve this? Is it a good thing you are giving it to me? humble knight: The ring contains power that could potentially protect you from any enemy. lord: Are you aware of enemies that I am not? I feel secure in this place. humble knight: Yes, there are enemies all around. Some closer than you think. lord: Et tu, Brutus? humble knight: I hope I have not frightened you. But I want you to be prepared. lord: As long as you are still on my side I feel secure as ever. Did you look at that paper? Summarize the dialogue
lord has been deeded this land and this home by the king. He is happy and aspires to be the greatest knight ever. humble knight has a ring that could protect the lord from enemies.
a madam and her girls: I don't need a hammer but have a glass of whiskey with me and we can discuss payment options man: Of course. I will have as many whiskey you want me to drink. it is a honor for me. a madam and her girls: OK OK, no touching. I could use a chisel if you'd be willing to part with that man: OH no no thank you. I wouldn't like to try that chisel. I won't do it again. a madam and her girls: Are you ok? Why are you screaming? I just asked if I could have your chisel man: I thought you wanted to used against my muscles. But of course you can take everything you want beautiful madam a madam and her girls: No I wanted the chisel as payment for you being with the girls. Sorry for the misunderstanding. How's that whiskey treating you? Summarize the dialogue
a madam and her girls offer a man a glass of whiskey and a chisel in exchange for his company.
Jackson: hey Mila Jackson: do you feel like playing basketball tomorrow around 6 p.m.? Mila: hmm…who's gonna come? Jackson: Terry, Peter, Fred, Joey, Louis, Summer and Megan Jackson: and me of course XD Mila: looks that it might be an interesting play :D
Mila is going to play basketball tomorrow at 6 p.m. with Jackson and some others.
Mackenzie: LOOK! <file_photo> Mackenzie: It's Hailey!! Julia: :o what magazine is it? Julia: is she a model?? Mackenzie: "Elle" :) Mackenzie: Apparently. :D I'm as surprised as you are. Julia: i need to do some fb stalking Julia: SHE'S A PROFESSIONAL MODEL :o Julia: and she's married!! Mackenzie: wow :o that's some news!
Hailey is a model on "Elle" magazine as Mackenzie discovered. Julia looked for more information on Facebook. Hailey is married and she's a professional model.
crow: Didn't you come here for a potion? Sorry I had to eat, it's not often I get something that good. jester: ♪Oh turtle friend! Oh turtle friend! Turtle buddy till the end! I beg of thee always be true! Help me make the perfect brew! ♫ crow: Fine then if you didn jester: Whoa! Turtle bud! You're such a help! We got the potion from the whelp! crow: Stupid turtle what good are you jester: How dare you, fiend! Now I know! Why The good Mr Poe never wrote about you! crow: Your the one that interrupted my lunch, I don't go squaking at you when you are eating. jester: I should eat you, you stupid dink! Instead, I think I'll have a drink! crow: You fool, that wasn't the potion you wanted, that potion turns you into the opposite sex! Summarize the dialogue
crow interrupted jester's lunch. jester got the potion from the whelp.
traveler: You seem like an honest enough kid, I am but a traveler myself if you were so inclined as to get out of this town and lead a simpler life you are welcome to join. a scullery boy: Perhaps. Does that mean no more scrubbing the crops with a toothbrush? traveler: Oh no, I simply carry goods and news and making a living off those while traveling. a scullery boy: What would my job be? I must work in order to feel valuable. traveler: Simply helping me carry the goods and selling them. Certainly two backs can carry more than one. a scullery boy: Why, certainly! And no more menial tasks to test my loyalty! traveler: That much I can agree with, just a simple life of basic merchanting while traveling the land. a scullery boy: Let me get this gold. It will certainly help sustain us on our travels. Let's get out of here quickly before they know I am missing! Summarize the dialogue
a scullery boy wants to join a traveler.
bee: Hi how are you? chameleon: I'm okay, how did you see me, though? bee: I am your friend chameleon: If we're friends then I suppose I can hug you bee: ohh sure chameleon: Do you want to see me change colors? bee: yes chameleon: I've now turned black and yellow, just like you! bee: i have like red chameleon: Red is a nice color. I prefer green, like this forest. bee: ohh ok ok chameleon: Have you pollinated those violet flowers? I hope not, because I want to eat them bee: okay Summarize the dialogue
chameleon and bee are friends. Chameleon changes colors. Bee pollinated violet flowers.
#Person1#: What are you doing there with your mobile phone? #Person2#: I'm moblogging! #Person1#: Moblogging? what does that mean? #Person2#: Oh, moblogging is a combination of the word'mobile'and'blogging'. It's another form of blogging. Users can publish blog entries to the web from a mobile phone or other mobile devices. #Person1#: Sounds interesting! That must be very convenient. #Person2#: Yes, you're right. I can blog wherever and whenever I'm on the move. It's especially good when I'm on a business trip and my laptop happens to be away from me. #Person1#: How can you do that? #Person2#: Well, if I simply want to write a few words, I'll send it by email or edit it all from the cell phone browser. #Person1#: What if you want to publish some photos? #Person2#: Then I'll shoot some pictures, re-size the images and upload them with text descriptions to my blog. #Person1#: I see. Moblogging must have done a great favor for habitual bloggers like you. #Person2#: You bet it!
#Person2# explains the moblogging, a combination of the word'mobile' and 'blogging', to #Person1#, and #Person2# can blog wherever and whenever #Person2#'s on the move.
attendee: He has it Priest, but he is loosing everything now. I despise the Queen and all her ruthless desires. priests: The queen has been consulting with a dark mage. I fear she is no longer to be trusted and will bring a great darkness on this kingdom. You have come to the right place, my child. attendee: Ho father thanks good you can help me! I wish to be free of this kingdom and all it's misery. priests: Then you must pledge your service to God! You must find the dwelling place of this mage so that I can cast this demon to hell once and for all. attendee: Is the Queen father, we need to fight her and all the evil around! I want my husband back! priests: Child, this is a safe place in this church. My watchman keeps guard at all times and only those of purest hearts are welcome. Bring your husband here for safety as I prepare the journey to the palace for the battle. attendee: I will father, thank you for everything! Summarize the dialogue
The queen consults with a dark mage and the priests fear she is no longer to be trusted. The priests want the attendee to bring her husband to the church for safety. The priests will prepare the journey to the palace for the battle.