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#Person1#: Hey, Leo. How come you look so terrible? What's going'on?
#Person2#: You can say that again. Susan'brother dropped in from out of town, so I offered to put him up for a few days. But he's driving me up a wall. This guy is bottomless pit.
#Person1#: How gross! I can't handle people like that. Does he at least give you a hand around the house?
#Person2#: He doesn't lift a finger! I bend over backwards cleaning up all day and he sleeps in until noon.
#Person1#: Man, what a freeloader. You better do something quick or he'll never hit the road. After all, he's got it made in the shade here.
#Person2#: You think he might stay even longer? !
#Person1#: Now, don't go losing your temper. If you tolerated all you can, just kick him out. . . but do it with gloves. I know! Tell him a white lie like you're getting the house fumigated!
#Person2#: That wouldn't be a lie! | Leo is not in a good mood because Susan's brother has been staying at his house without doing anything. #Person1# suggests Leo tell Susan's brother a white lie to kick him out. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?
#Person2#: I'm due to check out tomorrow, but I'd like to extend my stay by two days.
#Person1#: Could I have your name and room number?
#Person2#: Tom Black in Room 207.
#Person1#: Please wait a moment, Mr. Black. I'll have to check the reservation records. . . I'm sorry, but we are expecting several tour groups to arrive today. They have booked all the rooms on the 10th floor.
#Person2#: What can be done then?
#Person1#: If you don't mind transferring to another room, we may manage it for you. We usually have cancellations or no-shows.
#Person2#: That's quite all right. Thank you.
#Person1#: It's my pleasure. | Tom Black wants to extend his room stay by two days. #Person1# will help him transfer to another room. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: The weekend's finally here!
#Person2#: And it's a long one. I have Monday off. It's Memorial Day or something like that.
#Person1#: Yep. It's the kickoff of the barbecue season. We're invited to a grill party in the park tomorrow.
#Person2#: Sounds good. What do we need to bring?
#Person1#: We need to buy some buns for the hot dogs and hamburgers, and I'm making potato salad.
#Person2#: I'll dig out the Frisbee and my kite from Taiwan. | #Person1# and #Person2# are going to do some preparations for the grill party tomorrow. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: So, this is the worst story I'Ve heard this month. You have my real sympathy, Tim.
#Person2#: You know, all I was trying to do was tell the truth but they obviously didn't take it that way.
#Person1#: I understand how you feel, but you'Ve gotta learn to move on.
#Person2#: Yeah, I'm dealing with it. Anyway. Thank you, Mike. | Tim tried to tell the truth but nobody took it. Mike feels sympathetic and encourages Tim to move on. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hey, Daniel, how's it going?
#Person2#: Hey, Daddy, today I had really a fantastic history class.
#Person1#: Wow, it's so strange for you to say things like that. What had happened?
#Person2#: We've learnt the story of Zheng He Sailing to West Ocean. He is a real great navigator.
#Person1#: Did your teacher tell you the route he took?
#Person2#: Yeah, he, with his fleet, came across the Indian Ocean, and arrived at the east coast of Africa.
#Person1#: Great, do you still remember when he started his voyage?
#Person2#: Of course, that is from 1405 to 1433, which is in Ming dynasty.
#Person1#: Good, by the way, do you finish reading the book Robinson Crusoe I've bought for you?
#Person2#: Not yet, you know I have a lot of homework to do.
#Person1#: You should speed up, because the story of Robinson can give you a better understanding about what you learned today.
#Person2#: OK, great Daddy, after supper, I'll embark on it.
#Person1#: That's my boy! Wait, Daniel, when is Pirates of the Caribbean on?
#Person2#: Is it about Captain Jack Sparrow, who wants to find the treasure on the sea?
#Person1#: Exactly, now, tell me the time.
#Person2#: I won't tell you, unless you promise to let me watch it with you. | Daniel tells daddy the story of Zheng He Sailing to West Ocean which he learned in history class. Daddy suggests Daniel read Robinson Crusoe which can give him a better understanding. Daniel wants to watch Pirates of the Caribbean with Daddy. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good morning, Miss Wu! Can I ask you something?
#Person2#: Certainly. You are more welcome to do. What is it?
#Person1#: Tomorrow is my wife's birthday. We both love spicy Chinese dishes. I am wondering if you could recommend a good local restaurant where I can find some good spicy dishes.
#Person2#: Well, if spicy local dishes are what you are looking for, In Hua Restaurant is the best place to go. The restaurant serves very good and spicy local dishes. You might want to try there.
#Person1#: How far is it from here?
#Person2#: It is near the university. Five minutes'walk from your flat, I think.
#Person1#: Great. We'll go and have a try. Thank you very much.
#Person2#: You're welcome. May you have a good time. Please give my regards to your wife. I wish her a happy birthday tomorrow.
#Person1#: Thank you. The same to you. | Miss Wu recommends #Person1# to take his wife to go to In Hua Restaurant for good spicy Chinese dishes and tells #Person1# how to get there. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hey, May, how are you doing?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm a little busy these days.
#Person1#: Why is that?
#Person2#: Don't you know Christmas is coming? I have a lot of things to get ready.
#Person1#: But you're in China. Are you planning on going home for Christmas?
#Person2#: Yeah, so I have to buy presents for everyone before I leave.
#Person1#: Why not just give them money in red envelopes? That would be much easier.
#Person2#: Americans don't like giving money, they prefer presents you buy for them. So I have to figure out what to buy for all of my family and friends.
#Person1#: I've got it. I won't bother you any more. You'd better hurry to do it, Christmas is just around the corner.
#Person2#: I will. Merry Christmas. | May tells #Person1# she is busy preparing Christmas presents before she goes back to America. #Person1# thinks giving money in envelopes would be much easier, but May thinks not. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Daniel, you can't spit the gum everywhere.
#Person2#: Come on, just a little piece.
#Person1#: Do you know how many people chew gum everyday?
#Person2#: I have no idea.
#Person1#: Just in Beijing, people consume 300, 000 pieces of gum every day.
#Person2#: That's amazing.
#Person1#: If all the people spit out the gum like you, the whole world would become a big trash can.
#Person2#: Come on, you are making too big deal out of this.
#Person1#: I just want to remind you to behave yourself.
#Person2#: OK, dear sister, I see. This kind of thing will not happen again. | #Person1# reminds Daniel not to spit the gum everywhere, or the whole world would become a big trash can. Daniel agrees. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Where do you work, Andrea?
#Person2#: I work for Thomas Cook Travel.
#Person1#: Oh, really? What do you do there?
#Person2#: I'm a guide. I take people on tours to countries in South America, like Peru.
#Person1#: That sounds interesting!
#Person2#: Yes, it's a great job. I love it. And what do you do?
#Person1#: I'm a student, and I have a part-time job, too.
#Person2#: Oh? Where do you work?
#Person1#: In a fast-food restaurant.
#Person2#: Which restaurant?
#Person1#: Hamburger Heaven. | Andrea works for Thomas Cook Travel as a guide, and #Person1# works in Hamburger Heaven. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: William told you that his grandmother is sick, huh? What exactly did he say?
#Person2#: He said his grandmother got cancer and has only a few weeks to live. It's really so sad! But when I talked to him on the phone, it sounded like he was holding up really well.
#Person1#: It didn't sound like he was too upset, huh? What did you tell him?
#Person2#: I asked if there was anything I could do to help his family, and I told him that I could be a shoulder for him to cry on.
#Person1#: Well I hate to tell you this Jen, but both of William's grandmothers passed away more than five years ago. | William told Jen that his grandmother got cancer. But Jen found William holding up well. #Person1# tells Jen William lied to her. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How many do you intend to order for our shirts?
#Person2#: What's the minimum quantity of an order for your goods?
#Person1#: We are not interested in small orders. I suggest you order at least 2 000 dozen.
#Person2#: No problem. We want a minimum of 1, 000 dozen of men's shirts and a minimum of 3, 000 dozen of embroidered shirts. Can you guarantee continuous production and adequate supply?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. We have enough productivity. You can rest assured.
#Person2#: And for such a big quantity, you should give us a discount.
#Person1#: Sure, we can reduce our price by ten percent.
#Person2#: That's great. | #Person2# gives a big order of shirts. #Person1# tells #Person2# they have enough productivity and reduces the price by 10%. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: do you have a second?
#Person2#: sure. What do you want?
#Person1#: I want to tell you I've put in my notice.
#Person2#: really? Why?
#Person1#: I've been thinking about this for several months, well before the Spring Festival holidays.
#Person2#: and the holidays provided you a chance to think over all this and make a decision?
#Person1#: yeah, after receiving my yearly bonus, I want to search out better opportunities in the spring job market. I've been working in the company for nearly a year and a half and I still haven't received any promotions.
#Person2#: absolutely. With your expertise and experience, you're clearly working below your pay grade.
#Person1#: that's exactly why I decided to quit the job and find a new one.
#Person2#: this way, you'll earn more at the new work place.
#Person1#: that's right. I am not the only one who has done this. Job hopping is quite common in the IT industry.
#Person2#: that is to say, most IT professionals can get a pay rise more easily by changing a job than waiting for a rise. I'm wondering why IT companies are always willing to pay more to new employees instead. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# has made a decision to quit the job and to find a new one. #Person1# wonders why IT companies are willing to pay more to new employees instead. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Are you free next thursday?
#Person2#: Yeah, why, is there something going on Thursday?
#Person1#: A bunch of us in the office are planning a retiring party for Bob, he's been with the office for ages, so everyone was really surprised to hear he took early retirement.
#Person2#: Bob is retiring, wow. . . that's news to me, I had no idea Bob was that old, retirement's still sixty-five, right?
#Person1#: Retirement age is still 65, but I think more and more people are retiring earlier, I think Bob's in upper fifties already, he just looks pretty young.
#Person2#: Wow. . . I thought he was early forty stops, why would he want to retire so soon?
#Person1#: Well, I think you prepare it well and capture good savings, retiring early can give you a lot more time for travel and other activities, you should get out and enjoy the life you still can't, don't you think? | #Person1# invites #Person2# to join the retiring party for Bob next Thursday. #Person2# is surprised Bob retires so early. #Person1# thinks retiring early gives people more time to enjoy life. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Are you doing the football pools, Brian?
#Person2#: Yes, I'Ve nearly finished, June. I'm sure we will win something this week.
#Person1#: You always say that, but we never win anything! What will you do if you win a lot of money?
#Person2#: If I win a lot of money, I shall buy you a mink coat.
#Person1#: I don't want a mink coat! I want to see the world.
#Person2#: All right. If we win a lot of money, we shall travel around the world and we shall stay at the best hotels. Then we will return home and buy a big house in the country. We will have a beautiful
#Person1#: But if we spend all that money we shall be poor again. What will we do then?
#Person2#: If we spend all the money, we will try and win the football pools again.
#Person1#: It's a pleasant dream, but everything depends on if! | Brian is telling June about his plan if he wins a lot of money by doing the football pools. June thinks it's only a pleasant dream. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Tell me, what do you enjoy doing in your spare time?
#Person2#: I enjoy drawing and painting.
#Person1#: You know how to draw and paint?
#Person2#: Yes, I do.
#Person1#: When did you learn how to do that?
#Person2#: I learned back in high school.
#Person1#: Oh, so you took an art class?
#Person2#: Yeah, I loved that art class.
#Person1#: I see that you're pretty talented.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: I wish I had a talent like that.
#Person2#: I'm sure you have a talent. It's just hidden. | #Person2# enjoys drawing and painting in the spare time. #Person1# wishes #Person1# has a talent like #Person2#. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Can you believe that Susan got married?
#Person2#: Really? I remember she said if she would remain single. Is the man very rich?
#Person1#: No. That's what is surprising me.
#Person2#: You means she didn't marry a rich man.
#Person1#: He's a postman.
#Person2#: I thought she would marry a fortune. | #Person1# and #Person2# are surprised that Susan didn't marry a rich man. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I am calling to apply to work in your agency of entry.
#Person2#: OK. Do you have any advantages to work in our entry agency?
#Person1#: Yes. I know many ambassadors in Chinese Embassy and British Embassy in China.
#Person2#: Wonderful, I will give you a chance of interview. | Since #Person1# knows many ambassadors, #Person2# will give #Person1# a chance of interview. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: It's a beautiful day! Let's play on those rides in the park.
#Person2#: Sounds like a good idea. I love to play on the jungle gym.
#Person1#: Me too. I love to play on the swing as well. Swing is my favorite.
#Person2#: That's great. Then we won't fight over taking the same ride.
#Person1#: Look at the flowers over there. What are they?
#Person2#: They are morning glories. They are cute, aren't they?
#Person1#: They are. We can find many different kinds of flowers and insects in the park.
#Person2#: I think so. Last time I saw dandelions and ladybugs near the pond.
#Person1#: If you come to the park in the morning, you can find squirrels running on the lawn.
#Person2#: It's really healthy to do some exercise there. The air is fresher and it's romantic to watch the sunset with your lover.
#Person1#: Well, off we go. I am sure we can have a great time. | #Person1# and #Person2# enjoy themselves in the park, playing on the rides and looking at flowers and scenery. They are going to watch the sunset. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I'm taking my date to a restaurant. Could you tell me about one or two good ones?
#Person2#: My pleasure! How much would you like to spend on your date?
#Person1#: She will want an excellent restaurant, of course.
#Person2#: You should know that our hotel chef was trained in Paris. The service and food are world-class.
#Person1#: I wanted to go out somewhere, not stay here. Do you know of another good restaurant?
#Person2#: You can't go wrong with Gramercy Tavern. It's famous for its food, service, and live jazz.
#Person1#: I like that! Could you please call them to see if we can get in tonight?
#Person2#: At once, sir. You'll love this place, I assure you. | #Person2# recommends #Person1# to go to Gramercy Tavern for his date. #Person1# asks #Person2# to check available seats. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: How about 15 % the first six months and the second six months at 12 % with a guarantee of 3000 units?
#Person2#: That's a lot to sell with very low profit margins.
#Person1#: It's about the best we can do, Smith. We need to hammer something out today. If I go back empty-handed, I may be coming back to you soon to ask for a job.
#Person2#: OK. 17 % the first six months, 14 % for the second.
#Person1#: Good. Let's iron out the remaining details. When do you want to take delivery?
#Person2#: We'd like you to execute the first order by the 31 st.
#Person1#: Let me run through this again, the first shipment for 1500 units to be delivered in 27 days by the 31 st.
#Person2#: Right. We couldn't handle much larger shipments.
#Person1#: Fine. But I'd prefer the first shipment to be 1000 units, the next 2000. The 31 st is quite soon, I can't guarantee 1500.
#Person2#: I can agree to that. Well, if there's nothing else, I think we've settled everything.
#Person1#: Tom, this deal promises big returns for both sides. Let's hope it's the beginning of a long and prosperous relationship. | Smith and #Person1# are discussing details of a deal that promises big returns for both sides. They discuss the amout of units to sell and shipment. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Look at this headline, Soo Mi.
#Person2#: Wow! So many people in the United States get divorced!
#Person1#: Is it the same in Korea?
#Person2#: I don't think so. In Korea some marriages break up, but most couples stay together.
#Person1#: Do people get married young?
#Person2#: Not really. Very few people get married before the age of 20.
#Person1#: Hmm. Do women usually work after they get married?
#Person2#: No, a lot of women stay home and take care of their families. But some work. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about marriage and divorce in the United States and Korea. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I had a look yesterday. I found some exhibits are fine in quality and beautiful in design. The exhibition has successfully displayed to me what your corporation handles. I have gone over the catalogue and the pamphlets enclosed in your last letter. I have got some idea of your exports. I am interested in your silk blouses.
#Person2#: Our silks are known for their quality. They are one of our traditional exports. Silk blouses are brightly colored and beautifully designed. They are greatly favored overseas and are always in great demand.
#Person1#: Some of them are of the latest style. Now I have a feeling that we can do a lot of trade in this line. We wish to establish business relationship with you.
#Person2#: Your desire coincides with ours.
#Person1#: Concerning our financial position, credit standing and trade reputation, you may refer to our bank. or to our local chamber of commerce or inquiry agencies.
#Person2#: Thank you for your information. As you know, our corporation is a state-operated one. We always trade with foreign countries on the basis of equality and mutual benefit. I have no doubt that it will bring about benefit between us.
#Person1#: That sounds interesting! I'll send a fax. As soon as I receive the definite answer, I'll give you a special answer.
#Person2#: We will make an offer as soon as possible. I hope a lot of business will be put through between us.
#Person1#: So do I.
#Person2#: I hope everything will be smooth.
#Person1#: That is what I want to say.
#Person2#: I will give you the lowest price in the future.
#Person1#: Thank you! | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing the business of silk between them. #Person1# is interested in #Person2#'s silk blouses. #Person1# will give #Person2# a special answer after #Person1# receives a definite answer. They both hope everything will be smooth in the future. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Have you watched any of the talent shows on TV?
#Person2#: Yes, I've watched the finale for the'Super Girl'. The producer is very smart to copy the program from the US, which is quite fresh and eye-catching for mainland audiences.
#Person1#: Yeah, and they know exactly what the audiences have in mind. Everyone desires equal opportunities and a channel to climb up the social ladder all the way to the highest in society.
#Person2#: That's why the program has attracted so many star-wanna-bes.
#Person1#: But it seems that these talent shows are getting less popular these days. There's no such program on this year.
#Person2#: Yeah, these programs are gradually losing their appeal.
#Person1#: No surprise. The over-the-top promotion has ruined the audiences'appetite.
#Person2#: And they lack originality. Talent shows like'Super Girl'and'Super Boy'are largely clones of'The American Idol'.
#Person1#: The same is true for'My Hero'. Winners of the contest used to star in the TV series'The Frog Prince'.
#Person2#: I think producers are underestimating the audience. They should think of better ways to entertain the general public. | #Person1# thinks the talent shows know that everyone desires equal opportunities and a channel to climb up. Since those programs are gradually losing their appeal, #Person2# thinks producers should think of better ways to entertain the public. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Congratulations, Francis. Your hard working finally pays off. I am so happy for your promotion.
#Person2#: Thanks, Monica. Without support from you and other colleagues, I would not have made it.
#Person1#: I hope I could get promoted some day. Tell me about your experience, ok?
#Person2#: Well, just saying that you wanted to get promoted is not enough, you need to write down your desirable position and an available plan for achieving that adjective. Don't be afraid of taking challenging. They might be opportunities and failing is not fatal. You learn more from that actually. Sometimes, you need to fail to be successful.
#Person1#: How do you think if I volunteer for some work?
#Person2#: I think it is a smart idea. Our boss always likes it when employees take initiatives. | Monica congratulates Francis for his promotion. Francis tells Monica she needs to write down the desirable position and an available plan for achieving that objective to get promoted. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hey, let me know how your summer's going! I'll miss you guys while I'm working here in the library.
#Person2#: I'll be working, too! But I'll send you an email or call you once in a while. When we all get back to school, we can have a party or something. | Both #Person1# and #Person2# will work in the summer. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Did you check the power plug and press the play button?
#Person2#: Yes. The power indicator was on, and it was running, but somehow the sound didn't come through.
#Person1#: Take the tape out and try once again. Maybe you should check the output plug. | #Person1# and #Person2# are checking problems with the tape. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Good morning, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to know something about the weather in Arizona in the coming week.
#Person1#: Well, it will be fairly hot and there will be much rain.
#Person2#: I see. Thanks very much for your help. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the weather in Arizona in the next week. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Waiter, can we have the bill please?
#Person2#: Yes, madam. How will you pay for it, with cash or credit card, please?
#Person1#: With my Visa Card.
#Person2#: I'm awfully sorry, madam. But we only accept American Express and Master Card.
#Person1#: In that case, I'll pay with cash then.
#Person2#: Thank you, madam. | #Person1# will pay with cash because #Person2# says they don't accept Visa Card. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Zhu, how do you like this coat?
#Person2#: Come on, George. Isn't that color too bright for me?
#Person1#: Then how about this one?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm afraid this color is too light. It easily gets dirty.
#Person1#: Well, well, Zhu, you're being a bit difficult.
#Person2#: What would you say if I buy this one?
#Person1#: It's nice. Try it on. Now you look quite smart, but doesn't it feel a bit tight at the shoulders?
#Person2#: Yeah. Let's see if there's a larger size. Well, they don't seem to have anything larger.
#Person1#: Why don't we go and ask that salesgirl over there? I think she can help us. | George is helping Zhu to select a coat. They will ask the salesgirl for a larger size. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Why don't you sit down? Now, there are several questions I must ask, if you don't mind.
#Person2#: Not at all. Go ahead.
#Person1#: What is the purpose of your visit to the States?
#Person2#: I'm going to attend a conference on air pollution.
#Person1#: When and where is this conference being held?
#Person2#: It's being held in the first three weeks of February at the University of Stanford in California.
#Person1#: Who will pay your expenses?
#Person2#: The University of California. Here is the official letter of invitation.
#Person1#: I see. Fine. When do you want to go?
#Person2#: I'd like to leave in mid-January if my passport is ready by then.
#Person1#: That shouldn't be difficult. Why don't you phone me about January 10th? I should be able to give you an answer then.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person1# is asking #Person2# some detailed questions about #Person2#'s visit to the States. #Person2# plans to leave in mid-January, will call to ask #Person1# the answer. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Please turn on the air conditioner. The temperature is 39C today.
#Person2#: All right. But I think it might be cooler outside at this time of the day. Many people are doing their morning exercises outdoors now.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: I suggest you do the same. | #Person1# wants to turn on the air conditioner, but #Person2# suggests #Person1# do exercises outdoors. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Is there anything I could help you with, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, could you show me to your coat section?
#Person1#: This way, please.
#Person2#: Oh, These are exactly what I'm looking for.
#Person1#: These are French coats, sir. They are quite fashionable these days.
#Person2#: I'd like to try them on for size.
#Person1#: How does that fit, sir?
#Person2#: This seems to be my size.
#Person1#: It looks good on you.
#Person2#: Do you really think so?
#Person1#: I'd get it myself if I could.
#Person2#: Alright, I'll get it. | #Person2# likes the fashionable French coat that #Person1# shows him and will get it. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: You wouldn't believe what happened to me today.
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: The teacher asked me to make a speech in English class and I wasn't prepared. He punished me by making me stand in front of the whole class. It was so embarrassing. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# was punished by the teacher. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Did you go to school today?
#Person2#: Yeah, I went to school today. Were you there?
#Person1#: No, I didn't go, I've been sick.
#Person2#: That sucks. Did you want the assignments from English class?
#Person1#: That would be nice, thank you.
#Person2#: No problem, you're welcome.
#Person1#: I will be glad to do the same for you when you're sick.
#Person2#: Well, thank you. I hope to see you at school tomorrow. | #Person2# gives #Person1# the assignments from the English class because #Person1# was absent due to illness. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hey Nachael, what's up? How is your day?
#Person2#: Not bad. We have had a big meeting today, remember?
#Person1#: Oh, yea. I forgot. So how did it go?
#Person2#: Pretty well. I think the boss liked my ideas.
#Person1#: Great, so what happens now?
#Person2#: Well, I have to write the proposal. I'm pretty excited about it. | #Person1# asks Nachael how did the meeting go. Nachael says it was pretty well. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: That looks like an interesting book.
#Person2#: It is. It's got pictures of interesting building from all over the world, with brief descriptions of how they were build, their purpose, and so on.
#Person1#: There are the pyramids. It's easy to see how they got that name! they don't have smooth sides though.
#Person2#: They don't now, but most of them did originally. There's picture of the pentagon in the United States. It's very distinctive with its five sides.
#Person1#: Look at that cylindrical office building. I've never been seen one that shape before.
#Person2#: Yes. Usually only towers are cylindrical in shape.
#Person1#: Tv towers are usually thicker at the bottom than at the top. They're not perfectly cylindrical.
#Person2#: This is the world's largest sports stadium. It's a massive oval.
#Person1#: What sports do they play there?
#Person2#: It says here that it's mainly used for big football matches and athletics meetings.
#Person1#: Is that building a perfect cube?
#Person2#: According to the book, it is. I've never seen a building that is a perfect cube. Look at the building. From the air, it looks like a square with a semi-circle attached to each of its four sides. What kind of building is it?
#Person1#: Is says here that it's a war memorial. Now, there's a distinctive structure-the atomium in Brussels. See? It consists of several connected by cylinders. I believe you can go up and down inside it. | #Person1# and #Person2# are reading an interesting book that contains pictures of interesting buildings from all over the world, with brief descriptions of how they were built, their purposes, and so on. They talk about the buildings on the book. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Look, Harry! That policeman's waving to you. He wants you to stop.
#Person2#: Where do you think you are? On a race track? You must have been driving at seventy miles an hour.
#Person3#: I can't have been.
#Person2#: I was doing eighty when I overtook you. Didn't you see the speed limit?
#Person3#: I'm afraid I didn't, officer. I must have been dreaming .
#Person1#: He wasn't dreaming, officer. I was telling him to drive slowly.
#Person3#: That's why I didn't see the sign.
#Person2#: Let me see your driving-license. I won't charge you this time. But you'd better not do it again!
#Person3#: Thank you. I'll certainly be more careful.
#Person1#: I told you to drive slowly, Harry.
#Person3#: You always tell me to drive slowly, darling.
#Person1#: Well, next time you'd better take my advice! | Harry is stopped by a police officer because he's driving over the speed limit. The policeman warns him not to do it again. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Excuse me. Is this seat taken?
#Person2#: No, it's not taken. Did you just get on?
#Person1#: No, no. I just changed my seat. A man next to me was smoking and smoke really bothers me.
#Person2#: Let me help you with the suitcase.
#Person1#: Oh, thank you.
#Person2#: Do you want to sit by the window?
#Person1#: No, no, no. I like this seat better.
#Person2#: My name is Green. Lawrence Green. Pleased to meet you.
#Person1#: I'm Elizabeth Tobin. Pleased to meet you, too.
#Person2#: Do you live in New York?
#Person1#: No, I'm from Florida. I go to visit my sister. She moved several times before settling in New York. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# changed the seat because of the man smoking next to #Person1#. They introduce themselves to each other. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Jane, can we how to get to some of the banks within walking distance if we start from command center?
#Person2#: Sure. For the Royal Bank, you need to turn left. When you leave the centre go along Market Street, past the post office and turn left up Bridge Street. Past the Shawn Theater that you take the first to ride. The Royer is just a bit further along the right, directly opposite the Park Hotel.
#Person1#: OK. I will go to that. What about the Northern Bank?
#Person2#: For that one you can turn right as you come out of the center and go along Market Street, you will see an Internet cafe on the other side there you would turn right and carry on up as far as the next crossroad where you will take a left. You will see the bank from there. It's the third building on the right. | Jane is telling #Person1# how to go to the Royal Bank and the Nothern Bank from the command center within walking distance. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Mary, this is Mike. Listen, Jerry and I wanted to go bowling tomorrow night, but we don't have a way to get there. If you drive, we'll pick up the tab for the bowling. How about it?
#Person2#: Well, it sounds like fun. But actually I've really got a lot of homework to do just now.
#Person1#: Oh, come on, Mary. It'll be fun. Make you relax. You'll study better.
#Person2#: I really can't. I've got a chemistry exam on Monday. And a book report due on Tuesday which I'm really getting nervous about. I don't think I'd enjoy it much. But thanks a lot for thinking of me. Sorry, I can't help you out.
#Person1#: Oh, don't worry about it. | Mike is inviting Mary to go bowling and to drive them tomorrow night, but she refuses because she has got a lot of homework to do. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Jane, your new play is going on next week, are you anxious?
#Person2#: Well, I'm very pleased to have Malcolm Rush as a director. He doesn't care whether you're tired or not, he'll just continue pushing until every scene is simply perfect. You don't just learn the part. You live it, which takes away any fears you might have of not being able to persuade an audience, you're real. That's very important.
#Person1#: Malcolm does have a reputation of being quite the ruler, no one dares speak their opinions here.
#Person2#: Well, once you've proved yourself, it's all about being open to changes. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the new play. #Person2# tells #Person1# about Malcolm Rush who is quite strict. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: What do you think of your new life in college?
#Person2#: Well, it is very nice. There are many clubs in the college, such as dancing clubs, painting clubs and football clubs.
#Person1#: Have you joined any clubs?
#Person2#: I have joined a chess club. You know, I am very fond of playing chess.
#Person1#: Now, many college students do a part time job to earn some pocket money. What do you think of that?
#Person2#: Well, it can really help us earn some money and gain some experience, but I am afraid it would take up too much study time. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that new life in college is nice. #Person2# has joined a chess club and thinks part-time jobs are time-wasting. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Are you free on the weekend?
#Person2#: I haven't got any plans yet. Why?
#Person1#: There's an exhibition of Chinese paintings at the public library. Would you like to go with me?
#Person2#: I'd love to but when?
#Person1#: How about Saturday morning? It's cooler in the morning and may be less crowded.
#Person2#: I'm afraid I cannot get up early on weekends. I prefer Saturday afternoon. Believe me, there won't be too many people.
#Person1#: So shall we meet at 2:00 Saturday afternoon?
#Person2#: OK, that would be great. I'll be waiting for you at my home. | #Person2# will go to an exhibition of Chinese paintings with #Person2# at 2:00 pm Saturday. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hello, mom.
#Person2#: Hello, Dan. Have you arrived in your office?
#Person1#: Yes, I have.
#Person2#: Are your shoes totally wet? The rain was so heavy when you went out for work.
#Person1#: Yes, but don't worry about it. I have bought a new pair of socks. They make me feel better.
#Person2#: I think you need a pair of rain shoes. I know your size is 41. But what color do you like?
#Person1#: Well, black is my favorite.
#Person2#: But there is no black rain shoes left. How about the gray ones?
#Person1#: That's alright. Mom, thank you so much. Anyway, you need to go back home now. It's going to snow according to the weather forecast. I know your legs feel painful in the wet weather. Take care of yourself.
#Person2#: I know. | #Person2# will buy a pair of gray rain shoes for Dan. Dan asks #Person2# to go back home now because #Person2#'s legs will be painful in the wet weather. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: You look tired. Didn't you get enough sleep last night?
#Person2#: No, I had a bunch of friends over and we partied until midnight.
#Person1#: No wonder you look so bad.
#Person2#: I guess I just can't take late nights like I used to. My head is spinning.
#Person1#: I think you need to go home and take a rest.
#Person2#: I wish I could, but I don't think I can keep my eyes open long enough to drive home.
#Person1#: Don't worry. I'll give you a ride home. | #Person2# partied until midnight so #Person2# is tired. #Person1# will give #Person2# a ride home. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: This looks like a very nice house.
#Person2#: You know, I fell in love with this house the first moment I laid eyes on it.
#Person1#: The style of the exterior is just what I ' Ve been looking for!
#Person2#: The exterior is only half of the story. The interior is incredible.
#Person1#: This home is gorgeous on the inside!
#Person2#: Everything that you see on the walls, floors, and windows is brand new.
#Person1#: The wall colors totally suit the style of this house.
#Person2#: Straight ahead is the gourmet kitchen.
#Person1#: I love the bamboo flooring and granite countertops.
#Person2#: The master suite is the best. Let ' s go look at that next.
#Person1#: There is plenty of room for our king-sized bed, and I love the light in this room.
#Person2#: I know that you like this house, but let ' s take a look at the others before you make up your mind. | #Person1# loves both the exterior and interior of the house very much, but #Person2# still suggests #Person1# look at the others before making a decision. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I was just watching a documentary on TV about how people use dogs for various purpose. It was very interesting.
#Person2#: I love dogs. They have been used as guards for centuries. Nowadays, they are often used to find illegal drugs and bombs by the police and customs officers.
#Person1#: The documentary also pointed out that they are used by shepherds to round up sheep and by rescue workers to find people trapped under rubble or snow.
#Person2#: Horses are useful to people too. We use them for sports and recreation.
#Person1#: Don ' t forget that horses are still used in many countries to pull ploughs and carts.
#Person2#: Can you ride a horse?
#Person1#: Yes, I can. I don ' t ride regularly though. How about you?
#Person2#: I can ride too. Perhaps we could go horse riding together at the weekend?
#Person1#: What a good idea! | #Person1# and #Person2# think dogs and horses are very useful to human, and they find that both of them can ride a horse. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hello, this is the admissions office. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Hi. I'm calling about your continuing education program.
#Person1#: What would you like to know?
#Person2#: I want to become certified in computer programming. Do you offer any part-time courses for adult further education?
#Person1#: Yes, we offer both night and weekend courses in a number of different subjects.
#Person2#: How do I sign up?
#Person1#: If you give me your address, I can mail you an information packet and the application forms.
#Person2#: Great! | #Person2# asks about the continuing education program for computer programming. #Person1# will email an information packet and the application forms to #Person2#. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Now that you have learned Kung fu for a few months, what are your general impression of it?
#Person2#: I think, maybe, it takes a real Kung fu master to give a more fair assessment ; meanwhile, I am no more than a beginner. But I really doubt whether kung fu would be of any great help when it comes to defending oneself in real life.
#Person1#: You mean, kung fu may not be so powerful as it is imagined? To some extent your idea holds water. Kung fu was originally intended for self-defense, but with time it became something more than defense skills. Now we are apt to treat it as an art.
#Person2#: An art! You have a good point there. So it is called martial arts in English. The Chinese are really capable of doing things nicely. They even made fighting a great enjoyment, so marvelous and fascinating.
#Person1#: Thanks for your compliment! Perhaps the Chinese culture as a whole has a special inclination towards aesthetics. Do you know Jin Yong?
#Person2#: I know he is a martial arts fiction writer. But I've read none of his novels.
#Person1#: All of his works have been translated into English. I recommend you to read one or two works of his. You'll get a general glimpse into Chinese kung fu culture. When you go through the pages, you are likely to feel they are not about kung fu alone, but cover all walks of life.
#Person2#: I see. They must have incorporated a series of Chinese cultural elements.
#Person1#: Yes, take philosophy, for instance. What makes a true, respectable da via, or a warrior hero? It's not enough only to be formidable. It also involves a man's character, sense of justice, and values of life.
#Person2#: So kung fu is also a means of self-cultivation, isn't it?
#Person1#: Indeed, you're exactly right! | #Person2# doubts Chinese Kung Fu's power to defend oneself in real life. #Person1# says people now apt to treat it as an art. #Person2# agrees. #Person1# recommends Jin Yong's works to #Person2# and #Person2# understands Kung Fu as a means of self-cultivation as well. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hello, who's that speaking?
#Person2#: I am calling about the advertisement for a flat with a bedroom. Do you still have it now?
#Person1#: Yes, I do.
#Person2#: Is there any furniture in it?
#Person1#: Yes, it's fully furnished.
#Person2#: What's the rent for a year?
#Person1#: 15, 000 Yuan, including water, but electricity and gas.
#Person2#: Where is it located?
#Person1#: It's in International Trade Zone. It's only ten minutes'walk from the nearest subway station.
#Person2#: That's great. But can you make the rent cheaper, let's see, 12, 000 Yuan?
#Person1#: The price can be talked over. How about coming around and taking a look at it first?
#Person2#: OK. I will be free at tomorrow afternoon. I'll take a taxi to get there.
#Person1#: All right, see you. | #Person2# calls to check the availability of a flat. #Person1# says it's available and introduces the interior equipment, location, and price. #Person1# invites #Person2# to have a look before negotiating over the price. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Can you give me a hand with some things in the kitchen? I don't think I can finish everything in time.
#Person2#: Ok, what do you want me to do?
#Person1#: First of all, I need you to do the drying up. I'm almost finished the washing up. I'm going to clean the cooker when I finish.
#Person2#: Ok. I'll put the plates and cutlery away as I dry them. Where is the tea towel? Oh, here it is.
#Person1#: We'll have this finished in no time with two if us working on it.
#Person2#: While you're cleaning the cooker, I'll wipe the worktop. That was a great meal, by the way.
#Person1#: Actually, it was just some leftovers from yesterday. I made far too much food to eat alone. I am glad you could come over to help me finish it.
#Person2#: My pleasure! This tea towel's a little ragged. Do you have another one?
#Person1#: Yes. Look in that drawer. I should throw the old one out.
#Person2#: Keep it and use it as rag. You can clean your bicycle with it. | #Person1# wants #Person2# to give #Person1# a hand with some things in the kitchen because #Person1# cannot finish everything in time alone. Though they just had some leftovers from yesterday, #Person2# thinks it was a good meal. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Too. . . your face is really oily. . . perfect!
#Person2#: Why? Are you planning to stir-fry my face?
#Person1#: Nope. I'm going to tell your fortune. So. . . the oilier, the better.
#Person2#: You've gone bonkers, Jen.
#Person1#: It's facial paper, and it fits into the rings of my binder! It's magical.
#Person2#: OK. Let's see. Give me a sheet. | Jen tells #Person2#'s fortune by reading #Person2#'s face. #Person2# wonders how magical the facial paper is. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: This is a nice set of wheels. How much did the dealer charge you for this?
#Person2#: A lot. I probably got to moonlight for the rest of my life, but so what, it's worth it. Come on, get in. Let's take a drive.
#Person1#: Okay then, let's go fast! Whoa! This thing can really accelerate fast.
#Person2#: Check out what happens when I put on the brakes suddenly. It can stop quickly.
#Person1#: Hey, just watch out for cops or you're gonna end up in the slammer. You know you tend to go fast?
#Person2#: Yes, I know it. I went through my last set of tires fast. I even had three flat tires in two weeks.
#Person1#: Now watch. . . some guys probably run a light and hit your car.
#Person2#: Cut out, would you? | #Person1# and #Person2# are trying #Person2#'s new car and #Person2# shows how well the car can run and stop. #Person1# asks #Person2# to watch out. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Are the children all grown up now, Rose?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. Laura's the oldest. She's a computer programmer.
#Person1#: Oh, very interesting. And what about Rita? She was such a bright child, always reading.
#Person2#: She's a librarian at the public library.
#Person1#: Really? And Chris? She was a very pretty little girl.
#Person2#: Christy is working as a waitress at a restaurant in Paris. She's married to a French photographer.
#Person1#: Oh, how interesting. And what about Larry and Rocky?
#Person2#: Larry drives a truck. He drives all over the country. We hardly ever seen him.
#Person1#: Really? Where does he live now?
#Person2#: Colorado.
#Person1#: And does Rocky drive a truck, too?
#Person2#: Oh, no. Rocky is a pilot.
#Person1#: Really? Where does he fly? Does he fly to other countries?
#Person2#: Yes. Mostly to England and France. | Rose tells #Person1# about Rose's grown-up children, Laura, Rita, Chris, Larry, and Rocky. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hey, that's a very nice hairdo you're wearing!
#Person2#: Oh you're exaggerating. I'm never really good at making hairdo.
#Person1#: You did it yourself? Wow, you are good!
#Person2#: Thanks for saying so, but my husband thinks otherwise.
#Person1#: He's just got no idea of how good you are. | #Person1# appreciates the hairdo that #Person2# is wearing. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I'm so excited about Chinese New Year! When do I get to visit Grandma? Grandma makes the best dumplings in the world!
#Person2#: Ha ha, right. Sounds to me like you're more excited about the dumplings than seeing your Grandma.
#Person1#: Of course I miss Grandma, too. I bet she's gonna teach me how to play Mahjong! Hey, Dad, are you going to buy me firecrackers this year? We're going to have the best fireworks! I'm really looking forward to lighting them!
#Person2#: Son, firecrackers aren't toys. they're dangerous!
#Person1#: No, fireworks are awesome!
#Person2#: Whoa, don't you remember? Last year when I set off the firecrackers, you covered both your ears and hid behind your mother?
#Person1#: I was scared because. . . because I saw a bug. That's all.
#Person2#: Ahahah. . . really?
#Person1#: Oh, and I can't wait to watch the dragon dance! Dad, can I sit on your shoulders this time?
#Person2#: Hey, I offered last year. . .
#Person1#: Well, I. . . anyways, I was just thinking of the red envelopes. I wanna make a list of all the things I'm gonna buy with my red envelope money! I can't wait! I'm gonna have so much money! Mom, can I get a pen and a piece of paper? I want a new transformer, no, two transformers. . . the Optimums Prime, and. . . maybe the wheeljack? I'll get a PSP game, ahahah, and I'll buy the entire class lunch at MacDonald's. . . | #Person1# is excited about Chinese New Year and can't wait to see grandma and eat the dumplings. #Person1# is also looking forward to lighting firecrackers and watching the dragon dance and comes up with a plan for using #Person1#'s red envelop money. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Your house is too small. Why not buy a big one.
#Person2#: I do wish I could afford one.
#Person1#: You can get a loan from the bank. You know LPF program provides low cost loans for participants home purchases.
#Person2#: Of course I know that. But don't you notice that the house price is skyrocketing? | #Person2# couldn't afford a bigger house, even if #Person2# had a loan. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Why are you walking to and fro in the room?
#Person2#: I'm worrying about the children. After all this is the first time they have been out without us.
#Person1#: Don't worry. They are grown-ups.
#Person2#: I know. But I couldn't help. | #Person2# couldn't help worrying about the children. #Person1# comforts #Person1#. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: So, is L. A. all it's cracked up to be?
#Person2#: Well, the stereotype in the movies is that L. A. is a frivolous town with a lot of flaky people. I guess, in the back of my mind, that's what I expected.
#Person1#: And, is it what you found?
#Person2#: Well, it is and it's not. The city of L. A. is much bigger and more diverse than I had expected. There are people here from all over the country and all over world, like New York. I've heard people say that in L. A. , everyone is from somewhere else. Tha's partly true. So, I've met all kinds of people here. What I'm realizing is that the picture of L. A. that's in movies only represents a small segment of the city.
#Person1#: You're right. Life isn't always like the movies. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the city of L.A. is much bigger and more diverse than #Person2#'s expectation based on movies. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Jimmy, I'd like to wear this robe for tonight cocktail party. What do you think of it?
#Person2#: Don't dress like that. You'll make fool yourself. You look stupid in that robe.
#Person1#: What? But it is my favorite piece of clothing.
#Person2#: Maybe it is. But it's out of fashion.
#Person1#: What am I going to do?
#Person2#: Let's go downtown and pick up some fashionable clothes for you. | Jimmy thinks #Person1# looks stupid in that robe and they will go downtown to pick up some fashionable clothes for #Person1#. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Tom, you promised to cut the lung. You won't forget, will you?
#Person2#: No, I assure you.
#Person1#: And you'll repair the television, won't you?
#Person2#: Ok.
#Person1#: Do you promise?
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: And Tom, you will help Johnny with his homework, won't you?
#Person2#: I'll see. I will if I can but I won't promise.
#Person1#: But you'll promise not to be late for dinner tonight, won't you?
#Person2#: Yes. But only if you ask me nicely.
#Person1#: Tom, darling. You'll try not to be late for dinner tonight, won't you? Please!
#Person2#: Ok. I'll keep my promise. | #Person1# lists several things to ask Tom for his promises. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hey. Why did you take that money? You are such a cheater! I should send you to jail!
#Person2#: I am not cheating. When you pass go, you collect $ 200, Everyone knows that!
#Person1#: Well you can't just take the money. You have to ask the bank for money. And I'm the banker.
#Person2#: Banker?
#Person1#: Yes. . .
#Person2#: Can I have my $ 200 please?
#Person1#: Sure. Here you are, $ 200, Thank you, please come again! Now it's my turn to roll the dice. | #Person1# and #Person2# are playing a game. #Person1# thinks #Person2# should ask #Person1# for money instead of just taking it. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hey, Jane. . . are you familiar with our company's insurance policies?
#Person2#: Umm. . . I think so. What's up?
#Person1#: I've never really paid attention to the fine print of our insurance policies. . . but it looks like I'm going to need to make a claim.
#Person2#: Really? Are you OK?
#Person1#: I have a slipped disc in my lower back and the doctor says surgery is probably the best option. Does our worker insurance cover this kind of thing?
#Person2#: If the injury is workplace related I'm sure it's completely covered.
#Person1#: Hummum. . . I think I'll have to talk to the doctor again about that. Anyway. . . now that I'm going to have to make some claims, I think I'd better try and understand how the system works. Would you mind breaking it down for me?
#Person2#: Sure. Basically we have two insurance policies for employees. . . workman's compensation and medical insurance. The company pays the premiums for workman's compensation, and for a significant part of the medical coverage, but you pay part of that premium, too.
#Person1#: That's the charge for insurance I see on my pay slip each month, right?
#Person2#: Yep. Every country in the world has a different system, but here we buy insurance from a private provider.
#Person1#: So workman's compensation is if I slip and break my arm while working in the office or on the job, right?
#Person2#: That's right. The company pays for all your medical bills and there is also some financial compensation if you have to take days off to see doctors or spend time recuperating. | #Person1# has a slipped disc in #Person1#'s lower back so #Person1# asks Jane about their company's insurance policies. Jane introduces the insurance system and tells #Person1# if #Person1#'s injury is workplace related, then it's completely covered. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Finally the class is over. Be quick. Ben must have been waiting for long.
#Person2#: Oh, I am so tired. My back is sore and my neck hurts.
#Person1#: That's normal. You have been sitting for three hours, with your attention highly concentrated.
#Person2#: You are wrong, Shirley. I was always absent-minded in the class. I meant to concentrate on the class, but I was just so tired. Maybe I am old.
#Person1#: No. You are just burning yourself out these days. Have a good rest and you will feel energetic again.
#Person2#: One of my friends took the Adult College Entrance Exam last year. He filled the school column with his name, and his score was relinquished.
#Person1#: How could he make such a silly mistake?
#Person2#: He said he hadn't taken any exams for ten years, and couldn't get used to it immediately. He was extremely nervous then.
#Person1#: He lost a very good chance to go to college, didn't he?
#Person2#: Yeah. The test was fairly easy and almost every test-taker could pass that exam. Adult College Entrance Exam is much easier than college entrance exam. And there are fewer subjects.
#Person1#: That's a very good lesson. We must familiarize ourselves with the exam from now on. | #Person2# is tired after class. #Person2# tells #Person1# one of #Person2#'s friends failed the Adult College Entrance Exam because of a silly mistake. #Person1# thinks they must familiarize themselves with the exam from now on. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I'm really fed up with Larry! He's the biggest airhead I've ever met. He always makes careless mistakes, and he's a pain to work with.
#Person2#: You shouldn't be so negative. You'll always have some co-workers that are harder to work with than others. But if you are negative and start name-calling in the office, it will make a bad working environment for everybody.
#Person1#: You only say that because you don't have to work with him. The people in your department seem so capable and nice to be around. Take Mary for example. She's smart and enthusiastic. I've never met anyone as cheery as she is.
#Person2#: Everybody has their strengths and weaknesses. Even Larry. He might be a pain to be around, but he's also very good at staying in budget on projects. Mary, on the other hand, spends our project money like there's no tomorrow. Also, she's never willing to stay a little later at the office. She always leaves at 5pm sharp.
#Person1#: Isn't there anyone in the office that is a perfect co-worker? What about Bob? Everybody loves Bob. Even though he's flesh out of college and still a bit green, he is a great co-worker.
#Person2#: You're right. He's a hard worker, easy to get along with, honest, and he never steals the credit on projects. The only thing he's lacking in is experience.
#Person1#: Maybe that's why he's so nice! | #Person1# complains to #Person2# that Larry is a pain to work with and always makes careless mistakes. #Person2# thinks that everyone has weaknesses and strengths. They agree that Bob is a great co-worker, though he lacks of experience. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Then I'll have to borrow it.
#Person2#: Sure you can. But I'm only gonna keep it for a month.
#Person1#: Why? It's in mint condition!
#Person2#: That's why I can profit from it!
#Person1#: You're going to re-sell it on eBay Taiwan?
#Person2#: You bet. eBay Taiwan doesn't have it! And bidding will start at two thousand NT. This baby's worth about six thousand to real tennis fans. . .
#Person1#: I've created a monster. . . you're a better bayer than me! | #Person2# tells #Person1# that the item will only be kept for a month. Then #Person2# will re-sell it to profit. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, John Phillips? I'm Rose Green. I'Ve been asked to handle your training and introduce a little bit of the company to you. It's nice to meet you.
#Person2#: It's nice to meet you, too, Ms. Green. This company seems so big right now ; I don't know how I'll ever get used to it.
#Person1#: After a week, you'll be running around here like a pro. Let me give you this list of departments first, next to each department is its location and the name of the manager.
#Person2#: Great, That'll be big help. | Rose Green will handle the training of John Phillips and introduce the company to him. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, you said that you might need some help with preparing dinner. What would you like me to do?
#Person2#: Thanks for coming over to help. I really appreciate it. First, could you peel the vegetables? I'Ve put them all in the sink and there is a peeler.
#Person1#: Ok, I'll peel the vegetables and you chop them. I'm terrible at chopping vegetables. I always seem to chop them into pieces that are either too big or too small. Wow, you can chop vegetables really quickly
#Person2#: After you'Ve chopped the vegetables, could you fry the meat in a little oil? Just use a very small amount of oil. Fry the meat until it is cooked, then we will add some spices to flavor it.
#Person1#: Which spices are you going to add to the meat?
#Person2#: These ones here. The one on the left is very spicy, so we must be careful about how much we add.
#Person1#: Yes, we don't want everyone to burn their mouths and have a drink gallons. of water. Ok, I'm really to do the meat. Should I cook it over a low flame?
#Person2#: Cook it over a high flame, so that it will be ready quickly. Keep stirring the meat around the frying pan. Don't let the meat stick to the bottom of the pan.
#Person1#: Right. What are you doing over there?
#Person2#: I'm mixing the sauce. It's my speciality. I make it according to my own secret recipe. | #Person1# helps #Person2# to prepare the dinner by peeling the vegetables and frying the meat in a little oil. #Person2# gives #Person1# instructions and mixes #Person2#'s secret sauce. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Print shop. Seam speaking.
#Person2#: Hi, Sean. It's Mary in Mr. Emory's office. I placed an order for 1, 000 bound copies of a staff manual last week.
#Person1#: It usually takes 2 to 3 weeks to complete a job like that.
#Person2#: Well, I was hoping you would do me a big favor. That was supposed to be a rush order, I forgot to tell you. I'm getting a lot of flak from my boss. | Mary calls Sean to change her print order to a rush order. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: We can't go that way, the road is blocked for the next few days.
#Person2#: Oh, that's right. They're filming a movie up there, aren't they?
#Person1#: Some high speed chase scene, I think.
#Person2#: I wonder how all the businesses in the area feel about that.
#Person1#: I think that they get a pretty good payoff.
#Person2#: The movie company has to pay them?
#Person1#: I don't know about all of that, but think about it, their business gets free publicity!
#Person2#: Oh, yeah, they get to be in a movie for the whole world to see! | Although the road is blocked for the next few days for movie filming, #Person1# and #Person2# think it's beneficial to the businesses around as they get free publicity. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Can you tell me a little bit about yourself?
#Person2#: I am a graduate of a technical university and have been employed as a technician with Company # for approximately 10 years.
#Person1#: Please explain why you are interested in leaving your current position and please elaborate on your technical skills.
#Person2#: I am looking for a growth opportunity, which I feel is not available at my current employer. In terms of skills, I am Microsoft certified in Windows XP and several other operating systems.
#Person1#: Where do you see yourself five years from now?
#Person2#: I see myself in a management position. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about #Person2#'s experience, reasons for leaving the current position, and plans for the future. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Are you here to make a deposit Mr. Hayes?
#Person2#: No, Nancy, today I'm here to make a withdrawal. I made a formal request 7 days ago.
#Person1#: You want to withdraw on your Time Deposit, right?
#Person2#: That's correct. But before I do, I was wondering if you could give me some advice.
#Person1#: Of course, Mr. Hayes. That's what I'm here for. What would you like to know?
#Person2#: Maybe I'm making a big mistake cashing in my Time Deposit before maturity.
#Person1#: This bank charges you 6 months interest as a penalty if you withdraw before maturity. Would it be possible to take the money from your Current Account, for example?
#Person2#: No, not really. My Current Account is for cash flow and couldn't withstand having all of that money taken from it. | Mr. Hayes comes to make a withdrawal. #Person1# suggests withdrawing from his Current Account instead of Time Deposit, but Mr. Hayes can't do it. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Are you ready to move?
#Person2#: Definitely. I Ve got the hell out of the company. Anything new?
#Person1#: Yes, but there is a chance that might be suitable for you.
#Person2#: Really? Are you willing to recommend me for the position?
#Person1#: I can't say, but let me make a call and see if I can help.
#Person2#: I appreciate the effort, sir. | #Person1# will make a call to see if he can recommend #Person2# for a position. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, I'd like two tickets to Providence, please.
#Person2#: Sure, what time will you like to depart?
#Person1#: What time does the next train leave?
#Person2#: Actually, one just left ten minutes ago. The next one is at two forty-five, debates at five thirty-five.
#Person1#: Ok, could you give me two tickets for that?
#Person2#: Sure, that will be thirty-two dollars please. | #Person2# helps #Person1# buy two train tickets to Providence. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: oh, the clothes here are so expensive! No wonder there are few people.
#Person2#: Beauty costs, dear! What do you think of this dress? Do you think it suits me?
#Person1#: yeah, it's lovely, but to be frank, it's not the most practical. You don't have many formal events in your calendar, do you?
#Person2#: come on, you sound like my Mom. Look at that, it's beautiful!
#Person1#: when you buy clothes, you must think about the material, quality and price.
#Person2#: maybe you have a point.
#Person1#: make sure you buy what you need and your clothes can be worn for various occasions.
#Person2#: all right. How about this black shirt? It can be worn for anything---a party, a job interview and even a funeral!
#Person1#: that's true, but you already have two back coats and one black sweater.
#Person2#: oh! Hey, look, that's the same shirt Britney wore in her concert.
#Person1#: exactly! Oh, my god! I love Britney! I'm going to get it.
#Person2#: why not try it on?
#Person1#: it's just the right size--a perfect fit! I'll take it. Oh, no, I'm a little short. Did you bring your credit card?
#Person2#: yes.
#Person1#: I promise I'll pay you back as soon as we get home. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person2# must think about the material, quality, and price, when buying clothes. However, when #Person1# sees the same shirt Britney wore in her concert, #Person1# immediately decides to take it, even though #Person1# is short of money. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: The mailboxes are right down there, and the laundry room with coin-operated washers and dryers is over there.
#Person2#: I see. Well, it's nothing spectacular, but it's pretty cheap for an apartment in a decent neighborhood. . . O. K. , I think I'll take it.
#Person1#: All right, do you want to sign a nine-month or a one-year lease?
#Person2#: I think I'll sign a nine-month lease in case I decide not to go to summer school. I can extend it if I want to stay, can't I?
#Person1#: Sure. Just let us know before your lease expires. | #Person1# introduces the equipment of the apartment to #Person2# and #Person2# will sign a nine-month lease. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Jenny, you're too lazy. You should do some exercise. See, you're getting fat.
#Person2#: Dad, it's raining outside.
#Person1#: That is your excuse.
#Person2#: All right, all right, I will go swimming with Peter this afternoon.
#Person1#: Not just today. Go exercise everyday! | Dad thinks Jenny is too lazy and should exercise every day. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hello?
#Person2#: Dad, it's me, Kristy.
#Person1#: Kristy! How are you?
#Person2#: I'm fine but still a little tired.
#Person1#: I can imagine. What's work like?
#Person2#: It's still too early to say. But I think it's going to be really good. It's a big company but everybody's been so kind and helpful.
#Person1#: And how about the city? Have you seen much of it yet?
#Person2#: I've seen a bit. It just seems such a big, busy city. I don't see how I'll ever find my way around.
#Person1#: I know. Big cities can seem really strange and frightening at first. Where are you living?
#Person2#: Well, I find a tiny apartment. But it's in the downtown area and it's close to work.
#Person1#: It all sounds really interesting. Hope you'll enjoy yourself there. | Kristy calls her Dad and tells him about her work and life in the big city. Her Dad hopes she'll enjoy herself there. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: You wanted to see me, Mr. Strunk?
#Person2#: Yes, Lorraine,I did. I'd like to talk to you for a moment. I'm very pleased with your work.
#Person1#: Thank you, Mr. Strunk. I like to do my best.
#Person2#: I've certainly noticed. You're a very good employee. All your assignments are finished in a timely manner, and you're a team player.
#Person1#: Well, Mr. Strunk, I enjoy my work very much.
#Person2#: To show that I appreciate all your efforts, I'm going to give you a raise. I hope you don't object.
#Person1#: Of course not! Thank you for your vote of confidence. | Mr. Strunk appreciates Lorraine's work and is going to give her a raise. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Your chemistry examination is over, isn't it? Why do you still look so worried?
#Person2#: I don't know. It wasn't that the questions were too hard, or they were too many of them. But I'm still feeling uneasy because the exam didn't seem to have much to do with the course material. | #Person2# still worries about #Person2#'s chemistry examination even though it's over. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: You'v been work here for nearly a month, how do you feel about the job?
#Person2#: Not bad. Thank you for your help. I am alawys busy with this job, I feel a bit tired.
#Person1#: I had the same feeling when I first came to work here. but after a period of time, I feel better, I am sure you 'll get used to this busy job.
#Person2#: I also feel that work efficiency here is very high. and you have strong working ability and professional skill, it seems that you know all, that's really wonderful!
#Person1#: You know the phrase, the survival the fittest. We have no choices.
#Person2#: That's right, I have to work hard. | #Person2# thanks #Person1# for #Person1#'s help at work. #Person2# thinks the work is busy and #Person2# has to work hard. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Welcome, how may I help you today?
#Person2#: I'm ask for a pizza, please.
#Person1#: Then you will be happy to here that today all our pizzas are on sale. Two for one.
#Person2#: You're right, that is great.
#Person1#: What size would you like?
#Person2#: Medium one will be perfect, thank you
#Person1#: Which kind do you want?
#Person2#: I like seafood on my pizza.
#Person1#: We have two seafood pizzas. Tuna and crab.
#Person2#: Tuna sounds good today.
#Person1#: Would that be for here or take away?
#Person2#: That would be to go.
#Person1#: That'll be in a ten minutes. Please sit over there, and I'll call you over as sooner as it's ready.
#Person2#: No problem. | #Person1# helps #Person2# order a medium-sized pizza with tuna on it. #Person2# will take it away. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: what a nice uniform!
#Person2#: thanks; do you like it?
#Person1#: not really. I was being sarcastic. Does it come with the job?
#Person2#: yes, everyone on the sales floor has to wear one. They're supposed to make us look more professional.
#Person1#: they're not actually that bad. They could be worse. What do you think about it?
#Person2#: I don't mind it, actually. I don't have to worry about what I'm going to wear every day.
#Person1#: so are you enjoying your new job?
#Person2#: it's much better than my old one. My new boss is great.
#Person1#: how do you like working in sales?
#Person2#: I like the fact that I get to work with people. It makes the day go by much faster.
#Person1#: that's good. Have you met Jane yet? She's the intern in the international travel department.
#Person2#: yeah, I've met her. She's a genius saleswoman!
#Person1#: I know! She could sell fridges to Eskimos!
#Person2#: how do you know her?
#Person1#: she's my cousin.
#Person2#: why didn't you tell me about that before?
#Person1#: I don't know. I didn't think it was that interesting.
#Person2#: well, now that I know that, maybe we should all go out for dinner sometime.
#Person1#: that's a good idea. Let's discuss after work. | #Person1# doesn't mind wearing salespersons' uniform and enjoys this new job. #Person1# finds Jane, a genius saleswoman, is #Person2#'s cousin and suggests going out together sometime. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hi, Maggy, Did you hear about David?
#Person2#: About David, No, I didn't hear anything.
#Person1#: You know, about David and his new boss.
#Person2#: Sorry, I don't quite follow you.
#Person1#: Well, I hear David have been fired. ?
#Person2#: Oh, that is a shame. He is really hard working. | #Person1# tells Maggy that David has been fired by his new boss. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: The skirt looks beautiful. Can I try it on?
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: Well, I think this one is a little too small. Would you please bring me a bigger one?
#Person2#: I am sorry the larger ones are out of stock now. But you might be lucky at our Branch. | #Person1# tries on a skirt and wants a bigger one, but it's sold out. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: OK. Steven, you're looking at a picture. Please describe what you see!
#Person2#: Uh, I can see a red double decker bus. It's the kind of bus you'll see very often in London. In fact I know this bus is from London because I can see the names, Chelsea, Sloan Square, Victoria, Herring Cross. These are all areas in London. Um, so obviously the bus is in London.
#Person1#: OK. Have you ever been on a double decker bus?
#Person2#: Yeah, yeah, yeah. many times. Many times. When I was younger, you used to get double-decker all over England but now you only tend to see them in the big cities.
#Person1#: Oh, really. Mm! How much is the fare?
#Person2#: Well, it depends on the journey. It's. . I guess it's not too expensive, but the minimum price you would pay is, for a short journey, is about a pound.
#Person1#: Mm, yeah, who can you see on the bus? Can you pick out anyone on the bus who looks interesting?
#Person2#: Hmm, yeah, well this girl here at the back, that's leaning on the door, um, she looks really bored, actually. Maybe she is going to work or something and she doesn't want to go!
#Person1#: Is that how you feel on the bus?
#Person2#: Uh, well, no, not really, because I haven't worked in England for a long time, so I haven't taken a bus for a long time.
#Person1#: So, so you're British, do you missing them?
#Person2#: Um, yes, sometimes. Sometimes. | Steven sees a red double-decker bus and a girl looking bored in a picture. He recognizes the bus is from London and tells #Person1# he's British. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Do you know much about computers?
#Person2#: Not a great deal.
#Person1#: I've just been reading an article about them. They'll be used for all sorts of things now.
#Person2#: For accounting system and things like that, you mean?
#Person1#: Yes, but they are used for other things, too. Do you remember when we went to buy a ticket for the flight to Paris.
#Person2#: Yes?
#Person1#: The man asked where we want to go, then he type out the information on the form and waited for a reply. A few moment later, he gave us two tickets.
#Person2#: Of course, his machine must have been connected to a computer.
#Person1#: That's right. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that computers will be used for all sorts of things and reminds #Person2# how they got their flight tickets with the help of a computer-connected machine. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Dear, can you drive me to the clinic?
#Person2#: I'm afraid I can't.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: Well, my car won't start. I don't know what's the matter with it.
#Person1#: Could it be the battery?
#Person2#: No, I don't think it could be. I checked the battery two days ago. It must be other problems.
#Person1#: Well, I suppose it could be the gas.
#Person2#: No, there is plenty of gas. I filled it up yesterday.
#Person1#: Perhaps it's the starter then?
#Person2#: Yes, that's possible. | #Person2#'s car is broken. #Person1# and #Person2# are looking for the reasons. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Which color do you want our bedroom to be painted, blue or yellow?
#Person2#: Can I choose another color?
#Person1#: Sure. I haven't bought the paint yet.
#Person2#: Great. I'd like green then. I love green.
#Person1#: OK. So what color would you like for the sitting room?
#Person2#: I think just a simple white would be OK. What color does Jim want his bedroom to be?
#Person1#: He chose blue. You know, it's his favorite color.
#Person2#: Yeah. So who have you found to paint for us?
#Person1#: Well, I'd plan to ask your uncle to do it for us. But he isn't in Los Angeles now. He's in Chicago for about 2 weeks and then he'll go to New York for a while. So I've decided to paint by myself.
#Person2#: Oh, do let me help. That will be fun! | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the color #Person2# wants #Person2#'s bedroom be painted. They will paint the room by themselves. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Mike was injured this morning, did he have a car accident?
#Person2#: No, what made you think so?
#Person1#: He started driving only a week ago, so I thought he might have had a car accident.
#Person2#: He got his driver's license 3 years ago, he is actually a skilled driver.
#Person1#: Then what happened to him?
#Person2#: He went to play basketball this morning, he ran too fast and he was knocked over.
#Person1#: Is that how he got injured?
#Person2#: Yes, I was playing tennis nearby, I took him to the hospital. | #Person1# asks #Person2# if Mike had a car accident and #Person2# explains that Mike was actually knocked over when playing basketball. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Do you know that the price of meat has gone up?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. That's why I buy some fish here. This shop usually sells high quality goods at a lower price.
#Person1#: Really? It's my first time to come here. I just want to buy some pork.
#Person2#: I like pork, too. If you like beef, you can come tomorrow morning.
#Person1#: My wife's fond of pork very much. But my 2 children and I like beef better and my wife seldom eats it.
#Person2#: In fact, eating chicken and fish is good for health and cannot make you fat.
#Person1#: Yes, my daughter likes chicken and she wishes to keep her figure. My son likes fried fish.
#Person2#: Fried food is not so good, is it?
#Person1#: Surely. No wonder my 7 year old son is fatter than my 11 year old daughter.
#Person2#: Really? Your son should eat more vegetables.
#Person1#: That is my next step. | Because of the increasing meat price, #Person2# recommends this shop to #Person2# as it usually sells high quality goods at a lower price. #Person2#'s family have different eating habits. #Person1# suggests #Person2#'s son eat more vegetables. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Excuse me. How can I get to the bank? Bank of America, I mean. I don't know the way.
#Person2#: Well, go straight ahead till you see a supermarket. The bank is just on the other side of the street.
#Person1#: Is it far from here?
#Person2#: Let me see. Uh, it's 14 blocks away. Not very far, but not very close, either.
#Person1#: Can I take a bus or something?
#Person2#: You can take bus number 104, or streetcar B201. It's 4 stops away by bus and 3 stops away by streetcar.
#Person1#: But where can I take the streetcar?
#Person2#: Oh, the stop is just over there, by the bookstore. See?
#Person1#: Oh, I see it. Many thanks.
#Person2#: No problem. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to go to the Bank of America. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Oh, there is nothing better than an ice cold glass of ice water on a hot day.
#Person2#: You know, cold water always gives me stomach aches.
#Person1#: Really? I've never had that problem, I've been drinking ice water since I was little.
#Person2#: Um. When I was a small boy my grandmother never let my mom give me anything other than warm water.
#Person1#: Even in the summer?
#Person2#: Yes, every once in a while my dad would take me to get some ice cream, but my grandmother was never happy about that. I think it was the sugar that she didn't like. | #Person1# likes drinking ice water, but cold water always gives #Person2# stomach aches | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I'm really bored at the moment.
#Person2#: Let's play a game. I'll describe someone and you try to guess who it is. OK, this man is tall and thin, he has blue eyes and curly brown hair.
#Person1#: Does he have a mustache or a beard?
#Person2#: Good question, yes, he has a mustache, but no beard.
#Person1#: Sounds like Mike, doesn't it?
#Person2#: Yes, you're right. Now, you describe someone we both know.
#Person1#: OK, she's not very tall, but she is a little heavy, she has blonde hair.
#Person2#: I don't think I know anyone like that.
#Person1#: And she wears fashionable shoes, in fact, she wears fashionable clothes too.
#Person2#: This doesn't sound like anyone I know. I give up, tell me who she is.
#Person1#: She's your mother.
#Person2#: Huh, that's actually a pretty good description, but it's embarrassing that I couldn't figure that out, my own mother. Do you think appearance is the most important thing about a person?
#Person1#: No, but it's more important than a person's character in the game we're playing. | #Person1# and #Person2# are playing a game. One describes someone; the other has to guess who it is. #Person1# thinks appearance is more important than a person's character in this game. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Yes! I finally lost that last five pounds I've been working on forever!
#Person2#: How did you finally do it?
#Person1#: A friend suggested that I stop nibbling between meals.
#Person2#: Like snacking?
#Person1#: You know, a little piece of chocolate here, some chips on the side, candy now and then...
#Person2#: I get what you mean.
#Person1#: Instead, I sit down and have a good snack like a piece of fruit between meals.
#Person2#: I'm impressed. Good for you! | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# lost weight because #Person1# had some good snacks like fruits between meals. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Have you seen the new girl in school?
#Person2#: No, I haven't.
#Person1#: She's really pretty.
#Person2#: Describe her to me.
#Person1#: She's not too tall.
#Person2#: Well, how tall is she?
#Person1#: She's about 5 feet even.
#Person2#: What does she look like, though?
#Person1#: She has pretty light brown eyes.
#Person2#: I may know which girl you're talking about.
#Person1#: So you have seen her around?
#Person2#: Yes, I have. | #Person1# is describing to #Person2# about a new girl in school who is pretty. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by your work?
#Person2#: Of course! It is the No. 1 stressor in my life. You know job stress has become a very common problem these days. So we must learn to cope with it.
#Person1#: Totally agree. What is your solution?
#Person2#: Well, there are two causes of job stress. One is employee characteristic and the other is company condition. So if we want to manage job stress, both we and the companies should do something. For me, I am trying to balance work and leisure time. You know, all work and no play make Jack a dull boy.
#Person1#: You seem to have a very relaxed outlook.
#Person2#: It is necessary. Positive attitude helps to prevent stress.
#Person1#: But I don ' t think we can change our working condition. Anyway, we are not the bosses.
#Person2#: I heard some companies are providing stress management training and making changes inside them, like avoiding unrealistic deadlines and organizing relaxation activities. Our boss is a smart person. He will be learning from that if he would like to an efficient and healthy team. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about job stress. Then #Person2# explains that two causes of job stress are employee characteristic and company condition, and provides some solutions to each cause. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Hello, this is Lucy from ABC Company. Is this Monica?
#Person2#: Yes, it is.
#Person1#: I am calling to inform you that we have arranged an interview for this accountant position at 2 PM this Thursday afternoon. Please come on time.
#Person2#: Ok, thank you. By the way, could you please tell me how I can get there from A community?
#Person1#: Oh, you can take the subway, get off at B stop and walk north for several minutes. You will find a building. It will take about 40 minutes in total.
#Person2#: I got it. Thank you so much.
#Person1#: You're welcome. | Lucy from ABC company is calling Monica to arrange an interview for an accountant position and she tells Monica the way to A community. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: Are you ready?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Who can tell us something about the author's life? Volunteer?
#Person2#: The author was a famous writer, and he was also a politician. He was born in 1911 and died in 1985.
#Person1#: Very good. Sit down, please. Susan, what's the general idea of the text?
#Person3#: Can I answer it in Chinese?
#Person1#: No, you can't. This is an English class, and you have to express yourself in English.
#Person3#: Let me have a try. The author takes the characters peculiar to the British people as a topic to show that they are quite different from other nationalities. They are quiet, shy and reserved. . .
#Person1#: Excellent. Class is over. Let's have a break. | #Person1# is teaching an English class of literature and is asking #Person2# and #Person3# to answer some questions about the author's life. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
#Person1#: I saw an interesting program on TV last night. It was about elderly people.
#Person2#: And what did the program say?
#Person1#: It said that people with a positive attitude 7 tend to live longer and happier.
#Person2#: I think that many physicians 8 now agree with that idea.
#Person1#: And the TV program also said that physical exercise helps people deal with stress.
#Person2#: And the most active older people seem to enjoy some kind of physical exercise. My father is over 60 years old, and he lifts weights every day. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# saw an interesting tv program about elderly people last night and it encouraged physical exercise. | Summarize the following text in a concise manner while retaining its key information. Make sure to provide a clear and meaningful summary of the content. |
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