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train_1659
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#Person1#: I'd like to buy these shoes.
#Person2#: O. K. Let me see. That will be $ 104. 99.
#Person1#: The price tag says $ 99. 99.
#Person2#: Yes, miss, but there is a five percent sales tax in Maryland.
#Person1#: Oh, of course. How silly of me to forget.
#Person2#: No problem. How would you like to pay for these?
#Person1#: I think I have the cash. Let me check. Yes, here you are.
#Person2#: $ 110. 00, your change is $ 5. 01. Thanks very much.
#Person1#: Thank you.
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#Person1# will buy the shoes by cash including a 5% sales tax in Maryland.
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train_1660
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#Person1#: Thank you for your application, Mr. Sweeney. Mr. Jacobs would like to set up an interview for early next week. Do you have time?
#Person2#: Yes, ma'am. I could come in any day next week, except for Friday morning.
#Person1#: Fine. Let me take a look at his schedule. He's free on Tuesday afternoon at 1:30. Could you come in then?
#Person2#: Yes. That would be fine.
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#Person1# sets up an interview with Mr. Sweeney for Mr. Jacobs on Tuesday afternoon at 1:30.
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train_1661
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#Person1#: Do you want a taxi?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Where to?
#Person2#: Do you know where Dawanglu is?
#Person1#: Yes, I know it.
#Person2#: You can take me there?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. Step in, please!
#Person2#: That's good.
#Person1#: Buckle up the belt, please.
#Person2#: Let's go.
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#Person2# wants to take #Person1#'s taxi to Dawanglu.
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train_1662
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#Person1#: May I speak to the apartment building manager, please?
#Person2#: I'm the manager. How can I help you?
#Person1#: I was hoping that the apartment on Main Street was still available.
#Person2#: Why, yes, it is. Would you like to get a look inside the apartment?
#Person1#: Yes, it would be nice to see the apartment.
#Person2#: How about today at 6 o'clock?
#Person1#: Yes, I can be there at 6.
#Person2#: Sounds good. I'll see you at 6. Do you want directions?
#Person1#: I'm okay, thank you. I already checked out the address on MapQuest.
#Person2#: If you like the place, you can fill out an application form. I'll bring one with me.
#Person1#: Is there anything that I need to bring with me?
#Person2#: No. I won't need to see anything except your driver's license.
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The apartment building manager will take #Person1# to see the apartment on Main Street at 6. The manager needs to see #Person1#'s driver's license.
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train_1663
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#Person1#: Hello, Sir. Can I help you with anything?
#Person2#: Yes, I would like to use the ATM to make a payment. But I need to pay 3 parties at once.
#Person1#: No problem at all. With this service, you can pay up to 10 parties at one time. Are these parties on your current beneficiaries list?
#Person2#: They are, yes. How should I do this?
#Person1#: Select'pay multiple beneficiaries', here. . . then select'pay from the account'in the drop down menu. . . OK, good. Then we need to enter the beneficiary statement reference.
#Person2#: Yes, I've got that here. . .
#Person1#: And your statement reference and the payment amount. Click on next, then'pay beneficiaries'. That's it! All done.
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#Person1# guides #Person2# to use the ATM to make a payment to 3 parties at once.
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train_1664
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#Person1#: Good evening, sir, madam. A table for two?
#Person2#: No, thank you. But we have a small problem. Can you help us?
#Person1#: Sure. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: We are looking for a hotel. Are there any hotels near here?
#Person1#: Yes, there are some hotels in the street. The nearest one is next to the bank. It's quite modern.
#Person2#: Do you think there're any inexpensive ones nearby? We're leaving tomorrow morning.
#Person1#: Yes. Drive west for about two minutes and you will find a grey building on the right side. It's a traditional family style hotel, very comfortable, and the price is quite reasonable.
#Person2#: It sounds nice. Thank you very much for your help.
#Person1#: That's all right.
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#Person2# asks #Person1# if there're any inexpensive hotels nearby. #Person1# tells #Person2# that there's a traditional family-style hotel two-minute drive away.
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train_1665
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#Person1#: Packages Express. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. Hi. I sent a package last Thursday, and I'd like to track my order.
#Person1#: No problem. I can check the shipment on the computer for you. This Monday's order... Let me see. Ah, it's here, last Thursday. Do you have your order number?
#Person2#: Sure. It's 6-0-1-4-2-8.
#Person1#: OK. And the last name on that order?
#Person2#: It's Conley. That's C-O-N-L-E-Y.
#Person1#: And where did you send the package to?
#Person2#: San Francisco.
#Person1#: Mm-hmm. And the postal code there is 9-5-1-2-6. Yes, it looks like the pack arrived safely on Tuesday morning. Your friend can get the package at the counter numbered 4-2-3-6.
#Person2#: That's great. Thank you very much for your help.
#Person1#: You're welcome.
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#Person2# wants to track the package #Person2# sent last Thursday. #Person1# tells #Person2# that it arrived safely on Tuesday morning.
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train_1666
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#Person1#: Graham, why are you always on the phone with Jane?
#Person2#: Because we are partners in our science lab. Why are you so jealous?
#Person1#: The other night when you came home there was lipstick on your right cheek. How do you explain that?
#Person2#: My aunt Mary just flew in from Cleveland and she laid one right on my right cheek.
#Person1#: Are you sure?
#Person2#: Of course I am. I only love you, Amy.
#Person1#: Okay, I'm sorry. I believe you.
#Person2#: Why do you always accuse me like that?
#Person1#: Because you are the most handsome boy at the university and I love you so much! I guess I just go crazy sometimes. That's all.
#Person2#: Oh, Amy. I am the luckiest guy in the world.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: Because I am loved by the most beautiful girl in the world!
#Person1#: Oh. Graham. I love you so much and I really believe in our love.
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Amy is jealous because Graham is always on the phone with Jane, and there was lipstick on his cheek the other night. Gramham tells the reasons to her and then Amy believes in their love.
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train_1667
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#Person1#: Where do you live, Kim?
#Person2#: I live in an apartment downtown.
#Person1#: Oh, that's convenient, but . . . how much crime is there?
#Person2#: Not much. But there is a lot of traffic. I can't stand the noise sometimes! Where do you live?
#Person1#: . I have a house in the suburbs.
#Person2#: Oh, I bet it's really quiet. But is there much to do there?
#Person1#: No, not much. In fact, nothing ever really happens. That's the trouble.
#Person2#: Hey. Let's trade places one weekend!
#Person1#: OK. Great idea!
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Kim lives in an apartment downtown while #Person1# has a house in the suburbs. They decide to trade places one weekend.
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train_1668
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#Person1#: more and more Chinese are marrying foreigners.
#Person2#: that's true. But I have a low opinion of those women who go out with foreigners.
#Person1#: oh, why?
#Person2#: I think some Chinese women marry foreigners for money while others just want to live abroad. There is no true love between them.
#Person1#: I wouldn't say that's totally true. I've met many happy intercultural couples.
#Person2#: well, then why aren't there many East-West couples where the man is a Chinese and the woman is a Westerner?
#Person1#: I guess it's because the Chinese women are more attractive to Western men.
#Person2#: or because they are less attractive to to Chinese men.
#Person1#: what do you mean?
#Person2#: you know, usually the woman is in her thirties and she is a left girl.
#Person1#: a left girl? What's that?
#Person2#: they're called that because they're left behind on the shelf. They're also known by their three H's---high diploma, high salary, and high degree. and they're also known as the three S's single,
#Person1#: you have a point here, but I believe some mixed marriages are based on true love.
#Person2#: that' for sure but very few.
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#Person2# has a low opinion of the women who go out with foreigners because #Person2# thinks some Chinese women marry foreigners for money while others just want to live abroad. #Person1# doesn't agree with #Person2# and believes some mixed marriages are based on true love.
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train_1669
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#Person1#: Betty, would you please read this letter of application I've just written? I'd like to have your opinion.
#Person2#: I'd be glad to tell you what I think.
#Person1#: Good ! I'm interested in your advice.
#Person2#: If I were you, I would change the beginning . You should write about your education first because we like to judge a man by his abilities.
#Person1#: Good idea, Betty. What would you think about the second part?
#Person2#: I think it's too short. You'd better say something about your work experience.
#Person1#: You're right, I'll change it . How about the last part?
#Person2#: Very good. But you should talk about your family, too.
#Person1#: I agree. I appreciate your helping me.
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Betty advises #Person1# to write about #Person1#'s education first, say something about #Person1#'s work experience in the second part, and talk about #Person1#'s family in the last part.
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train_1670
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#Person1#: Are you ready to order now, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, let me have this roast beef special.
#Person1#: You have a choice of vegetables, green peas, lima beans or spinach.
#Person2#: I will have the green peas and make sure the beef is well done.
#Person1#: Yes, sir. What would you want to drink, coffee, tea or milk?
#Person2#: A cup of coffee, please, with cream and sugar.
#Person1#: The cream and sugar are on the table, sir.
#Person2#: Oh, yes.
#Person1#: Would you like to order some dessert?
#Person2#: What comes with the special?
#Person1#: Ice cream, fresh fruit or chocolate cake.
#Person2#: I think I will have a dish of Vanilla ice cream.
#Person1#: Yes, sir.
#Person2#: Waiter, may I have my check, please?
#Person1#: Here you are, sir. Pay the cashier at the door.
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#Person1# helps #Person2# to order a roast beef special, a cup of coffee, and a dish of Vanilla ice cream.
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train_1671
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#Person1#: Where's Mrs. Johnson?
#Person2#: Just call her Lisa, Mary. She's cooking dinner.
#Person1#: I see. Can I sit down?
#Person2#: Of course! Make yourself at home.
#Person1#: Thank you, Mr. Johnson.
#Person2#: Please, just call me Tom.
#Person1#: Okay, Tom.
#Person2#: Where's Cindy?
#Person1#: She's upstairs in my room.
#Person2#: Can you tell her to come downstairs? We're about to have dinner.
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Mary is talking with Tom. They are about to have dinner.
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train_1672
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#Person1#: Damn it , I'm running out of money again, I really need to balance my budget and handle my money better.
#Person2#: You did spend too much, and most of the expense was kind of unnecessary.
#Person1#: But I make it.
#Person2#: No , you don't have to spend every penny you make , you could save some every month, like a lot of other people do.
#Person1#: I work hard so I deserve to enjoy, but that costs money.
#Person2#: You should save in case of an emergency, you need to have more self-control, what things did you spend money on?
#Person1#: The problem is that I have no idea. I didn't pay attention.
#Person2#: Let's bygones be bygones, start saving right now.
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#Person1# is running out of money again because #Person1# thinks #Person1# works hard so #Person1# deserves to enjoy. #Person2# suggests #Person1# start saving right now.
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train_1673
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#Person1#: Did you read the story in the paper, Robin?
#Person2#: What story, Grandma?
#Person1#: Due to lack of money for repainting the building and for the furniture needed, the plans for the community center have been put off.
#Person2#: Is that a serious problem, Grandma?
#Person1#: It is. Especially for my friend Nat, he doesn't have any family with him. He lives alone and depends on places like a community center to be with people of his own age.
#Person2#: But there's the old community center.
#Person1#: It's small and the problem is that it set up mainly for kids to play. It's too noisy for some older people like Nat.
#Person2#: I see what you mean now. There is a way, Grandma. You may get your friends to work. I can get some of my friends to go around the neighborhood and collect the furniture.
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The plans for the new community center have been put off while the old one is too noisy. It is a serious problem for Grandma's friend Nat. Robin suggests Grandma get her friends to work.
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train_1674
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#Person1#: I have just received a letter from Beck.
#Person2#: Really? What does he say?
#Person1#: Beck says that the wheat is ready for harvest, and he's thinking of buying some fields next year.
#Person2#: Oh, he must be doing the work well.
#Person1#: Yes, I think he is, he's proud of having the largest farm in Oregon.
#Person2#: I guess you're looking forward to seeing him.
#Person1#: You are right. In fact, I'm thinking of visiting him next week. I want to help with the harvest on the farm.
#Person2#: We really need to have much outdoor exercise. When I was young, I was quite good at farming.
#Person1#: When I was on the farm in my childhood, I liked watering the flowers, riding horses and feeding the chickens.
#Person2#: Yes, I like farm work, too. Last time when I was at my brothers. I once tried my hand at milking a cow. It was interesting.
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Beck says that the wheat is ready for harvest. #Person1# is thinking of visiting Beck next week to help with the harvest. #Person1# and #Person2# both like farm work.
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train_1675
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#Person1#: Service is really slow here. I've been trying to get the waiter's attention for 10 minutes.
#Person2#: I hope he can serve us soon. I'm starving and I have a class at 2 o'clock.
#Person1#: Me, too. I recognize that you were holding an English book. You must be a student at the English language center.
#Person2#: Yeah, I'm in the fourth course. Are you studying there, too?
#Person1#: Yes, I'm in the fifth course. I took the fourth course last month.
#Person2#: I just came here 2 weeks ago. Do you like the institute?
#Person1#: It's pretty good. I think I've learned a lot of English so far.
#Person2#: Yeah, I only wish the classes were a little smaller, because we don't get enough chance to talk. But I like my teachers a lot.
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#Person1# and #Person2# are students at an English language center. #Person1# thinks the institute is good while #Person2# wishes the classes can be smaller.
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train_1676
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#Person1#: What are you surfing on the internet, John? You are smiling. Are you seeing a film?
#Person2#: No. You know Christmas Day is coming. I am choosing some lovely cards for my friends.
#Person1#: You mean you won't buy cards from the shops.
#Person2#: Mom, it's a new way to express your friendship and love.
#Person1#: But it seems that you only want to save money.
#Person2#: Yeah, we can save a lot of paper, if we all do so.
#Person1#: Sounds reasonable. I mainly send instant messages using my cell phone or write letters.
#Person2#: Cards on the internet can be matched with lovely pictures and music.
#Person1#: Wonderful. Let me choose one for your grandma first.
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John is choosing some lovely Christmas cards for his friends on the internet. His mother plans to choose one for John's grandmother.
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train_1677
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#Person1#: Good morning, native tongue translations. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I was wondering how much it would cost to translate a document from English into Arabic?
#Person1#: Well, it depends on the kind of document how long it is and when you need it returned. We don't do any translations of textbooks.
#Person2#: It's a cookbook about 20,000 words long. It is not urgent so you can set your own schedule.
#Person1#: Well, ma'am, Arabic is one of the most difficult languages in the world. And there aren't very many translators compared to say Spanish. In other words, the charge for Arabic translation will be higher than for most other languages.
#Person2#: I understand, could you give me an estimate?
#Person1#: For this project, we would charge between 5 and 10 cents per word.
#Person2#: OK, thanks for your time, I think I will keep looking.
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#Person2# wants to know how much it would cost to translate a cookbook from English into Arabic. #Person1# tells her that Arabic is difficult, so they would charge between 5 and 10 cents per word.
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train_1678
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#Person1#: I'm here with Margaret Seabrook, the CEO of creative toys. In today's show, we're going to discuss the hottest new toy of two thousand seventeen, the Super Spinner. Margaret, welcome.
#Person2#: Thank you, Brian. It's great to be here.
#Person1#: OK, so tell us about this new toy.
#Person2#: Well. It's similar to a relaxation ball in its function, but it's useful for anyone who has problems focusing.
#Person1#: So how does it work?
#Person2#: It's about the size of a cookie and it has 3 small round parts that can move in any direction. Basically, you just hold it in between your thumb and middle finger and spin it. That's it.
#Person1#: That's it?
#Person2#: Yeah, it's very popular. Not only with children, but with adults as well.
#Person1#: A professor at MIT by the name of Jill Mean Lee has publicly stated there is no scientific or medical evidence for your claims about its benefits. Many schools also have banned the toy, saying it leads to a lack of focus in the classroom.
#Person2#: Well, that professor is allowed to have her opinion.
#Person1#: Fair enough, and who invented it?
#Person2#: Catherine Hettinger, a chemical engineer, was first believed to be its creator. But then we found that an IT professional named Scott McCoskry was the actual inventor.
#Person1#: It's time for a commercial break. More with Margaret Seabrook in a moment.
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Margaret Seabrook is telling the audience about the new toy, the Super Spinner. It is similar to a relaxation ball in its function, but it's useful for anyone who has problems focusing. It's popular with children as well as adults.
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train_1679
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#Person1#: I've come to hear about your offer.
#Person2#: We have the offer ready for you. Let me check. 10 boxes with 50 brooches per box, at 20, 000 yuan ; 20 boxes with 50 waistbands per box, at 30, 000 yuan ; 15 boxes with other ornaments per box, at 7, 500 yuan, for shipment in June. The offer is valid for five days.
#Person1#: I can tell you right now that your prices are a little higher than we expected.
#Person2#: You know that the prices of the ornaments have been rising in recent years. The prices we offer this time compare favorably with quotations you can get else where.
#Person1#: I am afraid I can't agree with you there. I must point out your prices are higher than the quotations we've received from other companies.
#Person2#: But you must take the design and quality into consideration. You know we are superior to others in design and quality. We have various styles, which the other companies cannot catch up with.
#Person1#: I agree that yours are of the top.
#Person2#: Well, since your order is large enough, can you give me a rough idea?
#Person1#: To have this business concluded, I should say a reduction of least 10 % would help.
#Person2#: Impossible. How about 5 % off?
#Person1#: Right. A reduction of 5 % is acceptable.
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#Person2# gives #Person1# an offer of ornaments. #Person1# thinks the price is higher than other companies. #Person2# asks #Person1# to consider design and quality. They agree on a 5% reduction.
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train_1680
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#Person1#: Did you have any kind of punishment in your life and studies?
#Person2#: Yes, just once.
#Person1#: What was the reason?
#Person2#: I once played truant when I was in college because I intended to organize a donation activity for the disaster-hit areas in Sichuan.
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#Person2# talks about being punished because of playing truant for a charity activity.
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train_1681
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#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I'd like to buy a keepsake for my girlfriend. Could you make a recommendation for me?
#Person1#: I'd like to. How do you like the hat?
#Person2#: It's not special. It can be seen everywhere.
#Person1#: How about the umbrella? It's made of wood and paper. It's very beautiful.
#Person2#: It's interesting. Let me see.
#Person1#: Do you like it?
#Person2#: Yes, how much is it?
#Person1#: Fifty yuan.
#Person2#: OK, I'll take it.
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#Person2# buys a 50 yuan wooden umbrella as a keepsake for his girlfriend from #Person2#.
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train_1682
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#Person1#: Hi, can I help you?
#Person2#: No, thanks. I'm just looking.
#Person1#: All right. If you need any help, just let me know. My name is Greg.
#Person2#: Sure, I'll let you know if I need anything. Hm, this mattress is very firm. Jack will probably like it.
#Person1#: Did you find something you like?
#Person2#: Yes, this mattress is very good. It's pretty firm. The mattress I'm now sleeping on is saggy.
#Person1#: You are right. This is very good brand. It doesn't sag easily and we offer a lifetime warranty, so you don't have to worry about its quality.
#Person2#: Does it come with a frame?
#Person1#: Unfortunately, it doesn't. However we can give you a 10 % discount on the frame. We also offer a very good financing plan. There is no payment no interest until next June.
#Person2#: That's an attractive plan. I'll think about it.
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#Person2#'s mattress is saggy. Greg recommends one with a lifetime warranty and offers a 10% frame discount and a financing plan.
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train_1683
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#Person1#: So who does he think he is, anyway, I can't believe the way that my boss has been ordering everyone around lately, I mean, it's now like he is the CEO, or anything.
#Person2#: Um. . . Actually I am guessing you didn't get the MEMO. Your boss was selected to fill the vacancy in the CEO slot. He actually is the CEO now, or will be, as soon as the official press releases and hoopla is done with.
#Person1#: Yikes! you are joking, right? I can't believe it. No wonder he is so stressed and bossy lately. I thought he was just being ostentatious by giving orders to people and all the different departments. What big shoes to fill!
#Person2#: No kidding! When the last CEO left, we were worried about the future of the company.
#Person1#: What does a CEO do anyway? I know the CEO makes the most money in the company, but what does he actually do?
#Person2#: He is responsible to the board of directors for everything that happens in the company. He or she must give leadership to all company officers, as CEO is also responsible for providing the guidance of philosophy of the company, and acting as official representative, or face of the company.
#Person1#: Must be one smart guy.
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#Person1# complains about the style of CEO. #Person2# says that the boss is already a CEO candidate. #Person2# answers #Person1#'s question about the CEO's function in a company.
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train_1684
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#Person1#: I would love to be famous and have thousands of adoring fans.
#Person2#: Really? I'm not sure that I would like all the attention. There have been numerous cases of paparazzi interfering with star's private live in recent years.
#Person1#: I love being photographed! If I were famous, I'd do interviews for all the top magazines, like cosmo and elle.
#Person2#: I wouldn't mind having my photo taken a few times or being interviewed once or twice, but it would get tedious after a while. Imagine the things the gossip columnists would write about you.
#Person1#: no-one really believes gossip columnists.
#Person2#: I think you'll find that many people believe what they read in gossip columns. You'd also have to be very careful about every word you said. If you appeared on a chat show and said something silly, it would be reported in all the newspapers and magazines.
#Person1#: I think you're right about that. I'd need a good manager to be my spokesperson. I could do a lot of charity work, which would help a lot of people.
#Person2#: That's a great idea. Which charities would you support?
#Person1#: I love children, as you know, so probably a children's charity.
#Person2#: You'd have to remember that anything you said or did might reflect on the charity, so you'd really need to be very careful. Anyway, I'd be the first to buy your posters and I'd attend your first book-singing when you wrote your autobiography.
#Person1#: Thanks, but actually I was hoping I could ask you to write my biography.
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#Person1# wants to be famous, to be photographed and interviewed, and do some charity, while #Person2# doesn't like attracting attention or gossip and reminds #Person1# to speak with caution. #Person1# needs a spokesperson. #Person2# supports #Person1#.
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#Person1#: Would you like to stretch your legs?
#Person2#: Why not?
#Person1#: Let's get a soft drink.
#Person2#: Do we have enough time?
#Person1#: Yes, we do.
#Person2#: The performance is excellent.
#Person1#: It's a new concert hall and the acoustics are great.
#Person2#: I couldn't agree more.
#Person1#: Is this your first time to come to a symphony concert?
#Person2#: Yes, it is.
#Person1#: Do you have concert halls in your city?
#Person2#: Yes, but it's much smaller.
#Person1#: Well, we'd better get back to our seats. It's about to start.
#Person2#: OK.
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#Person1# and #Person2# take a break for drinks during the symphony concert.
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train_1686
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#Person1#: Which film shall we see?
#Person2#: There is nothing good at the moment. Let's do something different. Would you like to go to a concert?
#Person1#: Yes, I'd love to. Here is a good one, Mozart and Beethoven. It's on the Festival Hall.
#Person2#: Fine! Do you want anything to eat now?
#Person1#: No, I'm not hungry.
#Person2#: Well, let's go and have something to drink instead. I know a good place. It's a little expensive, but it's fun.
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#Person1# and #Person2# go to a concert and have a drink first.
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train_1687
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#Person1#: Lousy weather, isn't it?
#Person2#: It has stopped snowing, but it's even colder.
#Person1#: Look at the ice there hanging from the eaves.
#Person2#: And the streets are covered with snow.
#Person1#: Do you know what the temperature is today?
#Person2#: I missed today's weather forecast over the TV.
#Person1#: It feels like ten degrees below zero at least. I don't mind the cold weather but I do hate it when it gets slippery.
#Person2#: The ice will soon be thick enough for skating. I am so fond of winter sports.
#Person1#: That's great. Let's go skating together tomorrow.
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#Person1# and #Person2# are discussing snowing weather and will skate together tomorrow.
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train_1688
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#Person1#: OK, Ann, you spent quite a bit of time in Australia recently so why don't you talk about that?
#Person2#: I really liked living in Australia. I was an international student and I studied education at the university of Sydney. And living in Sydney was fantasticbecuase I could go to the beach anytime I wanted and there was a great nightlife in Sydney. There are lots of great clubs. And people were very, very friendly and easy-going and I met a lot of international people in living Sydney.
#Person1#: Mm-hm. How long were you there?
#Person2#: I was there for almost a year.
#Person1#: Oh, OK.
#Person2#: And I travelled a little bit in Australia. I went up the east coast. Up to Frasier Island. Which is a world heritage site. And I saw dingo running along the beach and sharks in the water. We climbed cliffs and went through a rain forest and went camping and then we went up to the. . . , which is a but north. And the further north you go in Australia, the hotter it gets. So we were able to go swimming in the ocean and I went diving for the first time but it was a little bit risky cause I didn't have a diving license, so I went on an introductory dive and I saw a giant clam that had a really purple spongy inside that I was able to touch and then the clam closed up really quickly.
#Person1#: So, did you, did you lose your finger?
#Person2#: Almost.
#Person1#: Almost. Ah, you're lucky. Um, it's funny, you go in the water and you worry about sharks, but not clams.
#Person2#: Exactly.
#Person1#: Will you be going back to Australia soon?
#Person2#: I'd like to go and live there for at least another year. Probably I'll go back to Sydney or maybe I'll go down to Melbourne because it's a really interesting cultural city. They have lot of museums and parks.
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Ann tells #Person1# about her life in Australia. Ann is an international student who likes to go to the beach and clubs. Ann talks about a trip to Frasier Island and a dangerous diving experience. Ann wants to go back and live one more year in Australia.
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train_1689
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#Person1#: What do you like to do in your spare time?
#Person2#: I like playing chess.
#Person1#: Do you have any hobbies besides playing chess?
#Person2#: I'm afraid not.
#Person1#: Do you have any hobbies like playing tennis or things like that?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. I like playing basketball.
#Person1#: Can you tell me why you like it?
#Person2#: Because I like the feeling of cooperating with others.
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#Person1# asks #Person2#'s hobbies. #Person2# likes playing chess and basketball.
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train_1690
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#Person1#: Let me tell you what happened to my homework.
#Person2#: OK, go ahead--what is the excuse THIS time?
#Person1#: Actually, I did it, but then it got lost.
#Person2#: Could you have gotten it done at another time?
#Person1#: Yes, I could.
#Person2#: You have never missed an assignment before--when will you be making this one up?
#Person1#: I'll make it up early next week.
#Person2#: That would work, but don't let it happen again.
#Person1#: I'll try.
#Person2#: That will solve it then. Let's work hard to not let it happen again.
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Because #Person1# lost #Person1#'s homework, #Person2# asks #Person1# to make it up and reminds #Person1# not to do it again.
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train_1691
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#Person1#: who is your favorite NBA star?
#Person2#: Kobe Bryant, of course.
#Person1#: Kobe? I know him, the key guy of the Lakers, a heck of a NBA player. He is on fire when he breaks through enemy defense.
#Person2#: He is competent both in driving the lane and shooting jumpers, but what really makes him formidable is his ability to switch up and dribble with his left hand.
#Person1#: Maybe he is not good ay rebounding?
#Person2#: indeed, no man can be perfect. He is just so-so in crashing the boards. Usually he plays shooting guard. Rebounding might not be his strong suit.
#Person1#: Kobe came to Beijing during this summer's Olympics. Did you go to the match between China and USA?
#Person2#: who wouldn't! My friend Lee went so far as to get an autograph from him.
#Person1#: well then, what are your spoils?
#Person2#: well, nothing more than a jumble of photographs.
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#Person1# and #Person2# talk about Kobe's basketball skills. In a match Kobe played in Beijing, #Person2#'s friend Lee got an autograph from Kobe while #Person2# got photographs.
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train_1692
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#Person1#: What a good day!
#Person2#: Yes. It's really wonderful here The grass is greener and the air is fresher than those in the city.
#Person1#: Right. Let's go out and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery.
#Person2#: Great, let's go.
#Person1#: Wow, what a beautiful lake! The green hills and clear water really provide magnificent scenery.
#Person2#: En, it's so beautiful that I don't want to move my eyes from it.
#Person1#: I feel as if I'm living in a different world, honey.
#Person2#: The same to me. All the things here make me happy, the mountain, the water, the grass, the birds, the sunshine. . .
#Person1#: I think we should go out more frequently. The natural scenery can do us good.
#Person2#: That's the point. We should walk into the nature and enjoy its beauty whenever we have time.
#Person1#: Right. The city life has made us tired and out of energy, while the natural world can bring us quite new feelings.
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#Person1# and #Person2# go out and see beautiful natural sceneries. They feel happy and think they should walk into nature more frequently.
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train_1693
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#Person1#: Can you believe me?
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: Please count on my love.
#Person2#: I will.
#Person1#: I'll be yours through endless time.
#Person2#: I see. And I'll always be devoted to you.
#Person1#: Thank you. I know I've nothing to offer you, but I'll never give you reason to cry.
#Person2#: I'll never hurt you ; I'll never lie.
#Person1#: My love will grow, like a river to flow.
#Person2#: It can't be dry, and can't die.
#Person1#: I don't know whether we are in a dream.
#Person2#: Aha, Aha. . .
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#Person1# and #Person2# pour out their love to each other.
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train_1694
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#Person1#: I don't think we've met.
#Person2#: No, I don't think we have.
#Person1#: My name is Dick Brown.
#Person2#: How do you do? Mr. Brown. I am Susan Heywood.
#Person1#: Mr. Smith often talked about you.
#Person2#: Really? I am glad to meet you.
#Person1#: I'm honored to know you.
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Dick and Susan meet for the first time and greet each other.
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train_1695
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#Person1#: Bye, mom!
#Person2#: Wait, Jimmy, it's cold outside. Put a hat on!
#Person1#: OK. Bye!
#Person2#: No, wait, you will be too cold without mittens.
#Person1#: Alright. See ya!
#Person2#: Hold on, with that wind, you're going to catch a cold. Wear this scarf.
#Person1#: Ok, see you after school. . .
#Person2#: Oh. . . and ear muffs! Put these on. . . here we go.
#Person1#: Mom?
#Person2#: Yes, honey. . .
#Person1#: I. . . I can't breathe.
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It's cold outside. Jimmy's mother keeps putting more clothes on Jimmy, but Jimmy can't breathe.
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train_1696
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#Person1#: Can you tell me about a nice restaurant to go to?
#Person2#: Of course! How much would you like to spend on your meal?
#Person1#: My date is quite sophisticated. She would expect nothing less than the best.
#Person2#: Well, how about our own hotel restaurant? It's conveniently located and has a three-star rating.
#Person1#: That's a good idea, except I want to go out, not stay in. Something else, maybe?
#Person2#: Well, how about Gramercy Tavern? It's a very popular tourist spot, with great food and music.
#Person1#: That sounds good! Could you call them to see if I can get a reservation?
#Person2#: Of course, sir. You've made a good choice.
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#Person1# wants to go out to a restaurant with #Person1#'s sophisticated date. #Person2# recommends Gramercy Tavern. #Person1# takes it.
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train_1697
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#Person1#: We'Ve got a lot of work to do now, but take your time over this project. We don't want to make any mistakes.
#Person2#: Ok. I should have it finished by Friday afternoon. Then I can check those account over the weekend. We need to have them finished by Monday, right?
#Person1#: That's right. We'll finish them just in time. The Macy project can wait for the time being. We need to spend several days on that project, but it isn't due to be finished until the end of the month, so we have plenty of time to get it done.
#Person2#: Some next week on, we should be in less of a rush.
#Person1#: I'm going to give everyone on the team an extra day off. Everyone deserves it.
#Person2#: Don't say that yet. A new project could suddenly appear.
#Person1#: That's true. Right. I'm going back to the meeting. It's been going on for hours and there's no indication that it'll end soon.
#Person2#: Carol said that she would spend some time checking that everyone is up-to-date with their work.
#Person1#: Good. I have to go right now. I really hope this meeting doesn't last too long.
#Person2#: They usually go on for ages.
#Person1#: I'll stop by if I have time later. Make sure everyone knows that we must stick to the deadlines.
#Person2#: I will. Enjoy your meeting!
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#Person1# and #Person2# will finish one project on time by Monday. Then, they will have enough time for the Macy project. #Person1# goes back to the meeting which has lasted for long and asks #Person2# to ensure that everyone sticks to the deadlines.
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train_1698
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#Person1#: He has come to life in the end.
#Person2#: Oh, thank God. We all felt frightened by the bad new about him.
#Person1#: Yes. Fortunately, an ambulance passed in the nick of time, and we got him away to hospital.
#Person2#: Right. Unless, who know what will happen.
#Person1#: Wish him to be healthy soon.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# that someone comes to life. #Person2# feels relieved.
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train_1699
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#Person1#: Hello, Sir. We haven't seen you for quite a while. So, what is it today that we can do for you?
#Person2#: I need a Deposit Certificate to handle some stuff in land.
#Person1#: I see, yes, I can do that now. I'm sure you know, as I may have told you before, you should pay an extra 20 RMB handling fee for this service.
#Person2#: Yes, I recalled you charging that before. And I thought it was extortionate! Haha!
#Person1#: I can just take it from your account, you don't need to give me cash.
#Person2#: OK. . . so it'll come out of my account? Well, that makes it much easier.
#Person1#: Anything else you'll be needing today, Sir?
#Person2#: Nope. That's everything, thanks.
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#Person2# needs a Deposit Certificate. #Person1# takes 20 RMB from #Person2#'s account for the service.
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train_1700
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#Person1#: Excuse me!
#Person2#: May I help you?
#Person1#: Yes, I'd like to send this book to France.
#Person2#: Let me weight it first. That'll be 14 dollars.
#Person1#: Can it go in an envelop?
#Person2#: Of course, it's 4 dollars now.
#Person1#: Do I need stamps?
#Person2#: No, you don't. We use computers now.
#Person1#: When will it arrive?
#Person2#: In a month.
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#Person2# assists #Person1# to mail a book in an envelop to France.
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train_1701
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#Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I would like to go to New York for my Christmas vacation.
#Person1#: How long do you have?
#Person2#: 1 week. Would you recommend me scenic spots to see there?
#Person1#: New York is full of place of interest, such as Times Square, Broadway, Wall street and Ground Zero and Statue of Liberty.
#Person2#: That's fantastic.
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#Person1# recommends scenic spots in New York for #Person2#.
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train_1702
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#Person1#: Excuse me, doc. I am not feeling well. Can you help me?
#Person2#: Yes, but not here. Have you got registered yet?
#Person1#: No, I haven't. Where do I go for that?
#Person2#: The registration office. Did you bring your records with you?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Is anybody here with you? Parents or siblings?
#Person1#: No, I'm here all by myself.
#Person2#: You are a brave kid. Go ahead to the registration office first, then to the doctors.
#Person1#: But I don't know where the registration office is.
#Person2#: It's in the hall on the first floor.
#Person1#: Do I have to come back here after getting registered?
#Person2#: No, kid. This is the gynecology department.
#Person1#: Gynecology?
#Person2#: Yeah, It's only for girls.
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Because #Person1# goes to the wrong department in the hospital, #Person2# tells #Person1# about how to register and see a doctor.
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train_1703
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#Person1#: I opened my mail, found this eviction notice, and don't know what to do with it.
#Person2#: Actually, it is a 30 - day notice to vacate the premises.
#Person1#: Just for being a few days late?
#Person2#: This isn't the first time you have been considerably late with the rent. I need to start the procedure to evict you.
#Person1#: Are you taking my apartment away?
#Person2#: This is a notice to inform you that the sheriff will evict you in 30 days if you do not pay up on your rent.
#Person1#: Can I keep the apartment if I pay my rent in full?
#Person2#: You can keep the apartment if you stay caught up on your rent. Otherwise, I need to find someone who can make the payments.
#Person1#: I will go write a check right now.
#Person2#: Thank you. I will need a cashier's check or cash, please.
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#Person1# receives an eviction notice. #Person2# asks #Person1# to pay up the rent. Otherwise, #Person1# will be evicted. So #Person1# has to write a check to keep the apartment.
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train_1704
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#Person1#: How do you like skiing, Pat?
#Person2#: I love it. All my life I wanted to learn to ski. Finally I took lessons last year.
#Person1#: I suppose skiing is easy for you.
#Person2#: No, quite the opposite. I thought I'd never stop falling down. Then all of a sudden I started skiing much better.
#Person1#: I see. Do you ski often?
#Person2#: Every chance I get. On weekends I ski all day long. Sometimes I even ski at night.
#Person1#: That sounds great.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. The ski slopes are well lit. It's really nice to ski at night. Why don't you learn to ski?
#Person1#: Not on your life! I know I'd break my leg
#Person2#: Don't be so frightened. It's just a skill.
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Pat loves skiing so much that Pat took skiing lessons last year and even skis at night. However, #Person1# is afraid of injury.
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train_1705
|
#Person1#: I hear you bought a new house in the northern suburbs.
#Person2#: That's right, we bought it the same day we came on the market.
#Person1#: What kind of house is it?
#Person2#: It's a wonderful Spanish style.
#Person1#: Oh, I love the roof tiles on Spanish style houses.
#Person2#: And it's a bargaining. A house like this in river side costs double the price.
#Person1#: Great, is it a two bedroom house?
#Person2#: No, it has three bedrooms and three beds, and has a living room with a twelve-foot ceiling. There's a two-car garage.
#Person1#: That's a nice area too. It'll be a good investment for you.
#Person2#: Yeas, when will you buy a house?
#Person1#: Not untill the end of this year, you know, just before my wedding.
#Person2#: Right, congratulations.
#Person1#: Thank you.
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#Person2# bought a Spanish style house with three bedrooms, a twelve-foot ceiling and a two-car garage. #Person1# will buy a house before the wedding.
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train_1706
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#Person1#: Hello! How do I get online with my laptop?
#Person2#: Just plug the Ethernet cable into your computer, and you'll be online in a heartbeat.
#Person1#: Well, I see the cable. But my computer runs on wireless only.
#Person2#: No problem. I'll tell you about our alternatives.
#Person1#: Yes, I'd love to hear what the alternatives are.
#Person2#: Our state-of-the-art computer lab is on the first floor.
#Person1#: Great! But is it free?
#Person2#: Sir, the computers are free to guests, but you do have to pay a nominal printing fee.
#Person1#: You said there were other alternatives?
#Person2#: Just use your computer here in the lobby. It's set up for wireless.
#Person1#: Okay. That sounds like a winner. Now if I need to print something in the lobby?
#Person2#: We might have a printer here next month. But for now, you'll have to go to the lab.
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#Person1#'s computer runs on wireless only. #Person2# suggests #Person1# use computers in the lab with a nominal printing fee or use #Person1#'s computer in the lobby with wireless.
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train_1707
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#Person1#: Good morning. What seems to be the problem?
#Person2#: Good morning, doctor. I feel terrible. I'Ve god a cold and I have a rash here on my neck. I'm not sleeping well either. What do you think the problem could be?
#Person1#: I'd say you'Ve been working too hard or are under stress for some reason. Have you been taking anything for your cold?
#Person2#: Yes, I bought some medicine at the chemist's. I'Ve been taking it for three days.
#Person1#: Good. I'm going to prescribe something stronger. It will make you feel drowsy, so you certainly should rest.
#Person2#: OK. I can afford to take a few days off work.
#Person1#: Have you been working hard recently?
#Person2#: Yes, I have. I had to get a project finished. It's done now, so I can relax a little.
#Person1#: Good. Let's take a look at that rash. . . it looks worse than it is. I'm going to prescribe some ointment for it. If the rash doesn't clear up in a few days, come back and see me. Do you have any other symptoms?
#Person2#: I have a bad headache, but. . .
#Person1#: Don't worry about that. It's probably of the stress you'Ve been under. Just take some aspirin. Combined with the stronger cough medicine, it will make you feel very tired. You shouldn't work or use any equipment which requires concentration. If I were you, I'd just sleep, read a book, or watch TV. Here is your prescription.
#Person2#: Thanks doctor. I'll get these immediately. Goodbye.
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#Person2# has a cold, a rash, a bad sleep and a headache, then #Person2# takes some medicine. #Person1# thinks that #Person2# works too hard or is under stress, and gives #Person2# medicine for each condition. #Person1# suggests #Person2# don't work and have a good rest.
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train_1708
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#Person1#: It's time to graduate and it's time to find a job. Susan, why do we need to find a job?
#Person2#: We need to work is because we need money to live. We need money for food and clothes and to pay for house. We need money for many different things, and only when we work, we can earn money. And work can also help us feel that we are useful.
#Person1#: But you know it's hard for a new graduate to find a god job right now.
#Person2#: Yes, it is really hard. But you must believe that you will find a suitable job finally. When you work, you can accumulate a lot of experience. Besides, you need to learn a lot of things while you are working.
#Person1#: I've been fed up with study.
#Person2#: But whether you like it or not, there's a trend of life-long study to make sure that we can keep ourselves up with the high developing society. And you need to accept this concept positively.
#Person1#: Oh, my. Why there are still so many things to learn after graduation?
#Person2#: You have no choice, so you'd better adjust your thoughts to be ready to learn anything at any time.
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#Person1# feels hard to find a good job after graduation and feels bad about learning at the job while Susan accepts work and life-long study positively. Susan suggests #Person1# adjust thoughts and be ready to learn.
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train_1709
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#Person1#: Can you tell me what the unit price of such carpet is?
#Person2#: Of course, here is the catalogue and the price list. You can have a look. We also have many other kinds of carpets.
#Person1#: The price seems acceptable for me. But I want to check whether you can supply the carpets now if we order some?
#Person2#: Of course we can. We can provide the quantity you ask for.
#Person1#: That's very good. Shall we sign a contract now?
#Person2#: No problem. Let's check the terms of contract.
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#Person1# accepts the carpet's price. #Person2# has the supply from stock, so They sign a contract.
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train_1710
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#Person1#: Hello. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, please. I've been here for nearly two months, but I still haven't found a job. Do you think you can find one for me?
#Person1#: Don't worry, we'll try to help you. Will you please fill out this form?
#Person2#: What's this form for?
#Person1#: This is for registration. After you have given us your personal details, we'll match these against new jobs as they come in. And we'll contact you when there is a job that suits you.
#Person2#: That's great. But how long do I have to wait?
#Person1#: Maybe several weeks, maybe several months. It's hard to tell.
#Person2#: Oh, dear. How can I wait for such a long time?
#Person1#: Actually, many jobs are filled by people who select vacancies from the display boards there.
#Person2#: Then, what do you think I should do?
#Person1#: My advice is to keep looking for jobs yourself. Check the job boards at the job center regularly and check the newspapers daily. If you have friends or relatives here, ask them for help, too.
#Person2#: I see. Thank you very much for your advice. Bye.
#Person1#: Keep in touch.
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#Person2# wants a job, so #Person1# asks #Person2# to register and someone will contact #Person2# in several weeks or months. #Person2# thinks it's too long, so #Person1# provides extra advice.
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train_1711
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#Person1#: What can I offer you here?
#Person2#: I came here to ask for some information.
#Person1#: Ok. Please go ahead.
#Person2#: I bought a pair of trousers last year, which I like the best. But this year they don't fit me very well. They're tight in the waist, baggy at the knees. Can you make some alterations?
#Person1#: Oh, we are skillful in doing that. You can trust us. Our shop has a history of more than 20 years.
#Person2#: It seems I find the right place.
#Person1#: Yes, absolutely! We have a very good reputation in the neighborhood.
#Person2#: When can I have my trousers if I bring it to you tomorrow?
#Person1#: If you like you can wait here. They will be ready in one hour and a half.
#Person2#: All right. See you tomorrow.
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#Person2#'s favorite trousers are unfit this year. So #Person2# wants #Person1# to make some alterations. #Person1# lets #Person2# trust their quality. #Person2# will bring the trousers tomorrow.
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train_1712
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#Person1#: But what if I don't win what I bid on?
#Person2#: Then it wasn't meant to be. Some people have put up a hard fight for some items I bid on. But I was the sole bidder for this bag and got it dirt-cheap.
#Person1#: It seems that you can e-mail the seller and ask questions.
#Person2#: Sure. I've even e-mailed some people who had bought from the person who sold this bag.
#Person1#: And people are honest?
#Person2#: They said he was an honest and professional businessman. But that's the exciting part. It's kind of like gambling. . .
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#Person1# and #Person2# talk about a bid. #Person2# talks about the experience of getting a bag dirt-cheap and some tricks in bids.
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train_1713
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#Person1#: Are you sure you know where this bus goes?
#Person2#: It should go to Altadena.
#Person1#: What do you mean it should?
#Person2#: I'm not completely sure if it really does.
#Person1#: Dude, are we on the right bus?
#Person2#: I'm almost positive that this is the right one.
#Person1#: It doesn't look like we're on our way to Altadena.
#Person2#: We have been riding this bus for a long time.
#Person1#: What does that sign say?
#Person2#: I think it says Temple City.
#Person1#: Yup, I'm never trusting you with the bus schedules again.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. But at least we know which bus to catch to get back where we started.
#Person1#: Yeah, at least.
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#Person1# and #Person2# should go to Altadena but take the wrong bus to Temple City.
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train_1714
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#Person1#: That's it! I've had it with this TV! We need to get a new one. The signal is so bad. It's ridiculous. All of our friends have nice TVs. It's high time we joined them.
#Person2#: You don't want to get one of those 3D TVs, do you?
#Person1#: Well, I'm not sure. All I know is that I want something with a big screen,and the most important thing is a clear picture.
#Person2#: Oh, you mean like the one our neighbor bought the other day?
#Person1#: Yeah. They have fantastic sound, too.
#Person2#: This all sounds a little expensive to me. I'm not sure if we have the money, even if we didn't go on vacation.
#Person1#: Hey, look at this ad in the paper! They're having a special sale on TVs. This one is only $300! And even the biggest ones are only $500.
#Person2#: Well, I think we can afford that. Let's go check out that sale!
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#Person1# complains about the TV and wants a new one with clear pictures. #Person2# worries about money. However, #Person1# finds a TV ad and they are going to have a look at the sales.
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train_1715
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#Person1#: Hello, Robert speaking.
#Person2#: Hi, it's Emma. I'm glad you're there. It's about our appointment on Wednesday morning. I'm afraid I can't make it now.
#Person1#: Oh, that's a shame.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. There was a change in my business partner's plan. And Wednesday is the only day she is able to see me.
#Person1#: That's okay. But we need to find another date.
#Person2#: I could manage sometime Thursday. How about you?
#Person1#: Sorry, I got an important meeting all day. What about Friday?
#Person2#: I'll go to an exhibition in the morning, but I could come to your office after that.
#Person1#: Great! Look forward to seeing you then. Bye!
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Emma can't make the appointment with Robert on Wednesday. Ultimately, they decide to meet on Friday.
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train_1716
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#Person1#: Hello, Mr. Tompkins. Our newspaper is going to print an article about new products. Could you tell me about the new home your company has built? I understand it promises to be a model for the houses of the future.
#Person2#: Certainly. The idea is not to have a house full of different things. This is a complete home system. It will make people's lives easier.
#Person1#: OK! So tell me how this house will make my life easier?
#Person2#: When you arrive at the front door, you won't need a key. The door will open with a touch of your finger. You'll be able to call your refrigerator when you're at the grocery store and find out how much you need to buy. Isn't it wonderful?
#Person1#: Can I call the washing machine as well?
#Person2#: Sure. But you won't need to. The house comes with a robot. It is programmed to clean the house and do the washing.
#Person1#: What does it cost?
#Person2#: A million dollars.
#Person1#: A million dollars! It will be the 22nd century before I can afford to buy one!
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#Person1# interviews Tompkins about the new home his company builds. It's a complete home system with a convenient living function and a cleaning robot. It costs a million dollars.
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train_1717
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#Person1#: English Language Center. How may I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I'm calling to find out more information about your program. For example, what kind of courses do you offer?
#Person1#: Well, first of all, the purpose of our program is to provide language learning opportunities to this area's community [Uh-hum], whether a student's goal is to master basic functional language skills, let's say, for his or her job, or to study intensively to enter a US college or university.
#Person2#: Okay. I'm calling for a friend who is interested in attending a US university.
#Person1#: And that's the kind of, uh, instruction that we provide, from basic communication courses to content-based classes such as computer literacy, intercultural communication, and business English.
#Person2#: Great. What are your application deadlines for the next semester?
#Person1#: Well, we ask applicants to apply no later than two months before the semester begins. [Uh-hum] This gives us time to process the application and issue the student's I-20.
#Person2#: An I-20?
#Person1#: Oh, an I-20 is a form that indicates that we are giving permission for the student to study in our program, and then the student takes this form to the US embassy in his or her country to apply for the F-1 student visa.
#Person2#: Alright. What is the tuition for a full-time student?
#Person1#: It's two thousand thirty dollars.
#Person2#: And how does one apply?
#Person1#: Well, we can send you an application and you can mail it back to us, or you can fill out our application that's online at our Web site.
#Person2#: And are there other materials I would need to send in addition to the application form?
#Person1#: Uh, yes. You would need to send in a $35 non-refundable application fee [Uh-huh], a sponsorship form indicating who will be responsible financially for the student while studying in our program, and a bank statement showing that you or your sponsor has sufficient funds to cover tuition expenses and living costs for the entire year of study.
#Person2#: And how can I send these materials to you?
#Person1#: You can either send the application packet by regular mail or you can fax it.
#Person2#: And the application fee?
#Person1#: We accept money orders, travelers checks, or credit cards.
#Person2#: Alright. I think that's about it.
#Person1#: Okay great.
#Person2#: Oh and what is your name?
#Person1#: Ok. My name is Tony Nelson. You can just call and ask for me.
#Person2#: Great. Thank you for help.
#Person1#: No problem and please don't hesitate to call again if you have any other questions.
#Person2#: Okay. Goodbye.
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Tony Nelson from the Language Center answers #Person2#'s questions about the English learning program for attending a US university. The center provides communication courses to content-based classes, applicants should apply two months before semesters and get I-20. The $2300 full-time tuition fee should be paid by money orders, travelers' checks, or credit cards. Materials including an application, a sponsorship form, and a bank statement can be sent by mail or fax.
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train_1718
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#Person1#: I've gotta hand it to you, you really did a good job!
#Person2#: So glad that you think so!
#Person1#: I think you deserve a promotion.
#Person2#: Oh, really? Thanks a lot... well, I still have a lot to learn, I guess.
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#Person1# praises #Person2# for #Person2#'s work.
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train_1719
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#Person1#: Look! This place is so big.
#Person2#: It has to be. Soccer is the number one sport throughout Europe. In the States we have the Big Three, baseball, football and basketball, but there is only the Big One here in Europe, soccer.
#Person1#: Can you play soccer, John?
#Person2#: I never have. I think my high school had a team, but I went out for baseball. Did you join any sports teams in school, Lily?
#Person1#: In high school, I went out for track for 400 meter and 800 meter runs.
#Person2#: Wow, those are races.
#Person1#: Yeah. That's probably why I didn't do very well at them. Were you a good baseball player?
#Person2#: I was so so. Anyways, let's exercise a little.
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John says soccer is important in Europe. Then, John and Lily talk about the sports they play in school. However, they didn't do well.
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train_1720
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#Person1#: Have you had any kind of punishment in your college?
#Person2#: Yes, but it was many years ago.
#Person1#: What was it for?
#Person2#: I was a naughty boy and I played hooky. So the school gave me a punishment to clear the classroom for a week.
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#Person2# is punished for playing hooky.
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train_1721
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#Person1#: I hear you and James are engaged at last.
#Person2#: Yes, we are.
#Person1#: When are you getting married?
#Person2#: In the spring.
#Person1#: Oh, lovely. Where's the wedding going to be?
#Person2#: Well. . we're not sure yet, probably in St. Albans.
#Person1#: Oh, yes, your parents live there, don't they?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right.
#Person1#: Where are you going to live after you're married?
#Person2#: We're going to buy a flat or a small house somewhere in South London.
#Person1#: Are you going to give up your job?
#Person2#: Yes, probably but I may look for another one when we're settled in.
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#Person2# is going to get married to James in spring and to live in South London. #Person2# also might change the job.
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train_1722
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#Person1#: I have had some really horrible headaches lately.
#Person2#: How long have your headaches been going on?
#Person1#: I get headaches occasionally, but they have been really bad lately.
#Person2#: Any unusual amounts of stress in your life going on right now?
#Person1#: I am getting ready to take my GRE.
#Person2#: Have you been able to sleep regular hours?
#Person1#: It has been hard for me to sleep with a bad headache.
#Person2#: Has anything hit you in the head lately?
#Person1#: I hit my head on a cupboard door a week ago.
#Person2#: Let's have you come back in a few days and see how you feel.
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#Person1# tells the doctor that #Person1#'s occasional headaches get worse lately with GRE, a collision and bad sleep. #Person2# lets #Person1# come back to check in a few days.
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train_1723
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#Person1#: May I take your order now?
#Person2#: Yes, please. What's special today? Any special recommendations?
#Person1#: Certainly. I would recommend 'Songshuguiyu'.
#Person2#: The name sounds fascinating. What is it exactly?
#Person1#: Well, it is sweet and sour fried Mandarin fish.
#Person2#: Sorry, I'm not interested in vinegar.
#Person1#: Then, how about this one?
#Person2#: OK. I'll have that.
#Person1#: Very good. Could I serve you anything else?
#Person2#: Thank you. That's enough.
#Person1#: My pleasure. Just a little while, your order will be ready very soon. Please enjoy your lunch.
#Person2#: Thanks.
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#Person1# recommends #Person2# to order 'Songshuguiyu'. #Person2# doesn't like vinegar and orders something else.
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train_1724
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#Person1#: Did you get the injury playing football, Jim?
#Person2#: Yes, one of the boys kicked my foot instead of the ball.
#Person1#: The best thing for you to do is to rest your leg for 48 hours.
#Person2#: When can I go back to school?
#Person1#: You can go back in 4 days. But you'll need to avoid sports for a month.
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Jim got injured when playing football. #Person1# suggests Jim have a rest.
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train_1725
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#Person1#: Nancy what's wrong with you? You look up it down.
#Person2#: Yes, my credit card bill has just arrived. I'm in debt now.
#Person1#: Well. How much have you overdrawn last month?
#Person2#: 3000 yuan.
#Person1#: 3000 yuan? You have over spent too much.
#Person2#: I have no other choice. 2 friends of mine held birthday parties last month. I spent a lot on the birthday presents.
#Person1#: What about the rest?
#Person2#: Well, some was spent on get-together parties with friends. Some on make up, some on clothes and some on food.
#Person1#: You better change your consumption habit. Otherwise, you will get into the financial trouble soon.
#Person2#: I think so.
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Nancy has 3000 yuan overdraft on birthday presents, parties and daily necessities. #Person1# suggests Nancy change the consumption habit.
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train_1726
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#Person1#: Excuse me, sir. Do you still have an apartment left?
#Person2#: Yes, there is still a one bedroom-apartment left. Do you want to rent it?
#Person1#: Yes, but do you rent rooms by the week? I only want to rent the apartment for 2 weeks. I'm not staying here for long.
#Person2#: Yes, but you need to pay $60.00 a week and the rent is just $200 a month.
#Person1#: That's fine with me. Can I move in today?
#Person2#: Sure, the apartment is just a 5 minute walk away from here. Now I'll show you to it.
#Person1#: Thanks.
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#Person1# wants to rent an apartment for two weeks. #Person2# says it would be more expensive to rent by weeks. But #Person1# won't stay long and #Person2# shows the apartment.
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train_1727
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#Person1#: You look a little uncomfortable. What's the matter?
#Person2#: Oh, I just don't eat Thai food very much.
#Person1#: Would you like me to order you something else or would you rather go to that new Italian restaurant?
#Person2#: No, we came here to eat, so let's eat. Maybe I'll just add some salt.
#Person1#: Really? It's no problem. I don't want you to feel forced into eating something you don't like.
#Person2#: It's fine really. I need to try new things.
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#Person2# looks uncomfortable because #Person2# doesn't like Thai food. #Person1# suggests they order some other food or change the restaurant. #Person2# refuses.
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train_1728
|
#Person1#: Hey Tina, how's the Spanish course going?
#Person2#: Tough, our teacher is using a lot of authentic material. You know, stuff, off the radio and TV. He even tapes conversations with his friends and uses them in class.
#Person1#: So, what are some of the things that make it difficult?
#Person2#: Well, the speed for a start.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: You know, they just talk so fast. I can't understand every word.
#Person1#: Maybe you shouldn't try?
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Well, maybe you should just listen to the keywords, you know, the most important words.
#Person2#: But how do I know what they are?
#Person1#: Well, there usually the words with the most stress.
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Tina thinks Spanish is hard because of the fast speaking speed. #Person2# suggests Tina listen to the keywords.
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train_1729
|
#Person1#: A :: You must be Wily. It's nice to meet you.
#Person2#: B :: Nice to meet you, Mr. Wilson.
#Person1#: A :: Tim, please. Please be seated.
#Person2#: B :: Thank you.
#Person1#: A :: So, Wily, you have been with IBM for two years, ready for change?
#Person2#: B :: Well, I think I'm ready for new challenges.
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Wily tells Tim Wily is ready for challenges in a new job position.
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train_1730
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#Person1#: What can I do for you today?
#Person2#: I have a question.
#Person1#: What do you need to know?
#Person2#: I need to take the driver's course. How many hours do I need?
#Person1#: It depends on what you're trying to do with the completion of the course.
#Person2#: I need to get my license.
#Person1#: You're going to need to complete six hours.
#Person2#: How many hours a day can I do?
#Person1#: You can do two hours a day for three days.
#Person2#: That's all I need to do to finish?
#Person1#: Yes, that's all you need to do.
#Person2#: Thanks. I'll get back to you.
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#Person2# asks #Person1# how many hours of the driver's course #Person2# needs to take to get a driver's license.
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train_1731
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#Person1#: I need a taxi, please.
#Person2#: We have various transportation services. Would you prefer a private vehicle?
#Person1#: No, thanks. A taxi is just fine.
#Person2#: May I suggest a limo? It's nice to pamper yourself.
#Person1#: I don't want anything except a taxi, thank you.
#Person2#: I understand. And where will you be going?
#Person1#: Rockefeller Center.
#Person2#: And what time would you like to be picked up?
#Person1#: The sooner the better.
#Person2#: A taxi will be here shortly, sir.
#Person1#: Great! And remember, a taxi, not a limo.
#Person2#: A taxi it is, sir.
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#Person1# needs a taxi as soon as possible. #Person2# offers help and recommends some other services but gets refused.
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train_1732
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#Person1#: What's wrong with you? You look pale.
#Person2#: I'm not sure, I feel hot and cold.
#Person1#: When did the trouble start?
#Person2#: I was sick most of the night.
#Person1#: It sounds like you are coming down with the flu. Let me take your temperature.
#Person2#: Have I got a high fever?
#Person1#: Yes, thirty-eight point seven. Do you have a headache, chest or throat pain?
#Person2#: Yes, I have.
#Person1#: Now, let me have a look at you. I'd like to listen to your chest. Now breathe in, a deep breath, that's it Cough, now again. I want to examine your throat, too. Open wide, say ' Ah - - '
#Person2#: Aaaaahh, aaaaahh.
#Person1#: Yes, it does look a bit sore. Let's take an X-ray of your chest and give you a few tests.
#Person2#: All right, thanks.
#Person1#: The tests showed nothing wrong. A slight viral infection.
#Person2#: What shall I do today?
#Person1#: I'm giving you some antibiotics and aspirins. Take an aspirin when you've got a fever, and take one antibiotic capsule every four hours, and go home and rest in bed for two days. Drink plenty of water, then you'll feel better. Here's the prescription.
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#Person1# examines #Person2#'s temperature, chest, and throat, gives #Person2# a few tests, and finds #Person2# gets a slight viral infection. #Person1# gives #Person2# some advice and the prescription.
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train_1733
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#Person1#: Hello.
#Person2#: Good morning, Ruth. Did I wake you up?
#Person1#: No, I was just about to get up. What's up, Carl?
#Person2#: Listen, I am calling to confirm what you said yesterday. Are we supposed to meet at the Chinatown terminal of the Avenue B bus or D bus?
#Person1#: B as in boy. You should get off at the last stop in Chinatown.
#Person2#: Oh, you mean Canal Street?
#Person1#: That's the wrong direction. Canal Street is on the other side of Chinatown.
#Person2#: Oh, I get it. When did we decide to meet?
#Person1#: At 10, 45. Is Ann coming along?
#Person2#: I cannot get hold of her yet.
#Person1#: See you around, Carl.
#Person2#: See you later.
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Carl is calling to Ruth to confirm the location and the time of their meeting. Ruth asks if Ann is coming along. Carl is not sure.
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train_1734
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#Person1#: Doris, I'm glad you're home. I'm terrified. I don't know what to do!
#Person2#: What is it? What happened?
#Person1#: I think someone is stalking me.
#Person2#: No, it can't be. Really? Who?
#Person1#: I don't know. I saw him the first time Tuesday. He was at the cafe. I noticed he was looking at me a lot. Not just the usual looking, but staring. He just kept staring at me. He didn't stop.
#Person2#: What did you do?
#Person1#: I didn't do anything. Finally, he left. But then I saw him again today. Outside the shoe store. Near the cafe. I went into a CD store and pretended I was looking at CD's. But then he came in too.
#Person2#: Did he leave when you left?
#Person1#: Yes. Then I noticed he was on the sidewalk behind me. He was following me.
#Person2#: What did you do?
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#Person1# tells Doris that someone is stalking #Person1# and #Person1# has seen the stalker twice. #Person1# is terrified.
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train_1735
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#Person1#: Good morning. Mrs. Smith.
#Person2#: Good morning! Can you help me, please? I'm looking for some books for my mother.
#Person1#: Well, what kind of books does she like?
#Person2#: She's very fond of detective stories?
#Person1#: I see. Has she read any detective stories?
#Person2#: Oh, yes!
#Person1#: Do you know if she's read this one?
#Person2#: I'm not sure, but she probably won't remember if she has! She's very forgetful!
#Person1#: Ah! She has a bad memory. How old is she?
#Person2#: She's eighty-seven.
#Person1#: I suggest you take this book. It's very exciting.
#Person2#: Thank you. That's a good idea. she likes exciting books. Can you suggest another one?
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#Person2# asks #Person1# to recommend some detective stories for #Person1#'s mother.
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train_1736
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#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I have a problem with this check.
#Person1#: What's wrong?
#Person2#: I wrote out a check for $ 100 and it bounced.
#Person1#: Do you have enough money in your checking account?
#Person2#: I believe so.
#Person1#: Give me a moment, and I'll check.
#Person2#: All right. Thanks.
#Person1#: You only have $ 57 left in your checking account.
#Person2#: That's impossible.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but that's what our records show.
#Person2#: Okay. Thanks. Have a nice day.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# #Person2#'s check bounced because the money left in #Person2#'s account is not enough, despite #Person2# believing otherwise.
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train_1737
|
#Person1#: Good morning, I am Monica. Are you Mr. White, the manager of finance department? I am the newcomer and also working in the finance department.
#Person2#: Yes, that is me. Nice to meet you, Monica. Welcome on board!
#Person1#: Thank you. I am very happy to have my own office now. I'Ve never had one before. It is very nice.
#Person2#: Well, we have nicer things than that in this company. You will find out soon.
#Person1#: Really? What could that be?
#Person2#: Well, I bet you will love them too. If you need help, just ask me any time. I am in the next door. You can also reach me through the extension 508.
#Person1#: That is very kind of you. Thank you very much.
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Monica is a newcomer. Her manager Mr. White welcomes her and is willing to offer help at any time.
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train_1738
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#Person1#: You must be pretty excited about your trip to Europe. When is it that you are leaving?
#Person2#: In just three weeks, and I am excited. But there are still a few things I need to do before I go.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: Like renewing my passport, going to the travel agency to buy my plane ticket and figuring out what to do with my apartment while I'm gone.
#Person1#: You are not going to give it up, are you?
#Person2#: No way. I'll never find another apartment around here. But I don't like the idea of paying three months'rent on an empty apartment, either.
#Person1#: I don't blame you. Perhaps you could sublet it.
#Person2#: Yes, but whom to?
#Person1#: Mmm. . . let me think. Oh, I know just a person. An old colleague of mine, Jim Thomas, is coming here to do some research this summer, from June to August.
#Person2#: That's exactly when I'll be away. It sounds ideal, as long as the landlord agrees.
#Person1#: Tell you what, I'll be calling Jim late this week anyway, so I'll mention it to him then.
#Person2#: Well, thanks, Bill. Let me know what happens. That extra money will really come in handy.
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#Person2# is going to travel to Europe for about three months, but #Person2# hasn't figured out how to deal with #Person2#'s apartment. #Person1# suggests #Person2# sublet it and recommends a colleague for #Person2#. #Person2# is thankful.
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train_1739
|
#Person1#: Ah, Michelle, hi. I was hoping to see you. How have you been? How's the family?
#Person2#: Oh, hello, Mr. Campbell. I'm fine and Jack's doing well. How are you?
#Person1#: I'm fine thanks. I got your report this morning. Thank's for that. Are you joining the conference today?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm leaving at four pm.
#Person1#: Good, well we can discuss this more then, but I think the figures are looking very good for this quarter.
#Person2#: Yes, me too.
#Person1#: I'm planning to discuss the advertising budget at the conference. I don't think we should continue with the TV advertising.
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Mr. Campbell and Michelle are going to join a conference to discuss Michelle's report and the advertising budget.
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train_1740
|
#Person1#: What did you say when she told you the news?
#Person2#: I calmed up. And finally, I asked her to chew the cud for such an important decision. I could not have the heart to disappoint her with a blunt refusal.
#Person1#: But I put my foot down and insisted on her forgetting that.
#Person2#: How could have the heart to do that? She needs warmth and help.
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#Person2# doesn't agree with #Person1#'s blunt refusal to a girl who needs warmth and help.
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train_1741
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#Person1#: You look like being on cloud nine.
#Person2#: I am.
#Person1#: What has made you so happy?
#Person2#: I think I'm in love.
#Person1#: Are you? Who's the lucky girl?
#Person2#: Her name is Jenny.
#Person1#: How did you meet her?
#Person2#: We are in the same math class. Our teacher sat us next to each other.
#Person1#: What do you like best about her?
#Person2#: She's very funny. She makes me laugh all the time.
#Person1#: I guess it was fate working to bring you together.
#Person2#: Whatever brought us together, I'm happy.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# is so happy because #Person2# thinks #Person2#'s in love with Jenny who sat next to #Person2# in math class.
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train_1742
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#Person1#: I have some good news for you.
#Person2#: What's that?
#Person1#: Jenny is getting married.
#Person2#: Great! Who's the bridegroom?
#Person1#: Tom, that lucky guy.
#Person2#: The guy always hands the girls in a line. When did he propose?
#Person1#: Last week, It said that he fell in love with Jenny at Mrs. Whit's party last Monday as soon as he saw her.
#Person2#: My gosh! How romantic! When's the big day?
#Person1#: July 4, the National Holiday.
#Person2#: Will it be a church wedding or a civil ceremony?
#Person1#: Jenny plans to hold it in church.
#Person2#: Who is the best man?
#Person1#: Guess!
#Person2#: Nobody is OK, but you!
#Person1#: You know, Tom is my best friend and he asked me to be his best man.
#Person2#: Did you promise him?
#Person1#: Yes, I did.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# that Jenny and Tom are getting married and #Person1# will be the best man.
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train_1743
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#Person1#: It rumored that Jean is fooling around with another woman's husband.
#Person2#: You gossip! What's the basis of your opinion?
#Person1#: Someone declared that he saw it.
#Person2#: I don't believe it. Jean is such a kind lady. How could she do this?
#Person1#: Who knows? You can't judge a book by its cover.
#Person2#: Maybe!
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#Person1# tells #Person2# a gossip and #Person2# doesn't believe it.
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train_1744
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#Person1#: not a single email until now? it's already twelve o'clock. I can't believe it!
#Person2#: can't bear it, right? I've been there before. I'll feel comfortable if no one calls me or sends me text messages, like there is something missing.
#Person1#: yeah, that's right. If no one sends me test messages, I'll go crazy.
#Person2#: actually, this is a kind of addiction called ' infomania ' or ' information overload '.
#Person1#: addiction? checking emails and text messages often can be called an addiction? no way!
#Person2#: yes, it is. Do you consider a frequent check of your income emails to be an integral part of your working day?
#Person1#: absolutely.
#Person2#: do you have your cell phone with you wherever you go and check text messages and phone calls from time to time?
#Person1#: yeah, it's a must. Otherwise, I may miss important phone calls and text messages.
#Person2#: do you open all your IM tools whenever you're using a computer?
#Person1#: yes. MSN, QQ, Skype, Google Talk, Ali wangwang, everything, so that I'll be in touch with all friends and relatives.
#Person2#: now I can tell you're definitely addicted to the overflow of information.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person1# may get an addiction called 'information overload' because #Person1# frequently checks messages and emails and has #Person1#'s phone all the time.
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train_1745
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#Person1#: Excuse me. I've been waiting here for 15 mins. Do you know how often does No. 3 run?
#Person2#: Oh, it runs every 20 mins. You must have missed it, when you came here. It should be here any minute now.
#Person1#: It seems that you have got here at a good time. Do you have a bus schedule?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. You can go to the Transport Department to get yourself a bus schedule and a bus route map.
#Person1#: I see, thank you.
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#Person2# finds #Person1# missed a bus but says the bus should arrive soon. #Person2# suggests #Person1# get a bus schedule from the Transport Department.
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train_1746
|
#Person1#: Hello, sir. Is there anything I can help you find?
#Person2#: Um. . . Uh. . . I'm just looking, thanks.
#Person1#: Need a gift for your girlfriend or wife?
#Person2#: No, no, no. I'm just browsing. Thanks anyway.
#Person1#: Well, if you need anything, just ask.
#Person2#: Um. . . well, where's the men's shoe department?
#Person1#: It's on the third floor. Turn left when you get off the escalator.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# how to get to the men's shoe department.
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train_1747
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#Person1#: I'm so hungry. Shall we go eat now, Rick?
#Person2#: Sure. Where do you want to go? Are you in the mood for anything in particular?
#Person1#: How about some dumplings? I just can't get enough of them.
#Person2#: Dumplings again? ! Oh, Amy, let's try something new!
#Person1#: Well, what do you have in mind?
#Person2#: How about the Mongolian hot pot?
#Person1#: Oh, it's too spicy for me. Don't you remember last time when I tasted the lamb? It Was so spicy my eyes teared up!
#Person2#: Maybe we can try'Yuanyang pot'this time. You can choose the non-spicy soup base.
#Person1#: Sounds great. Do they serve noodles? I am in the mood for some tasty noodles as well.
#Person2#: Yes. The sliced noodles they offer are among the most authentic Shanti cuisines.
#Person1#: Great. Let's go!
#Person2#: Wait a minute. Let me throw on a sweater.
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Amy and Rick are discussing what to eat. Finally, they agree to have the Yuanyang pot.
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train_1748
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#Person1#: Are things still going badly with your houseguest?
#Person2#: Getting worse. Now he's eating me out of house and home. I'Ve tried talking to him but it all goes in one ear and out the other. He makes himself at home, which is fine. But what really gets me is that yesterday he walked into the living room in the raw and I had company over! That was the last straw.
#Person1#: Leo, I really think you're beating around the bush with this guy. I know he used to be your best friend in college, but I really think it's time to lay down the law.
#Person2#: You're right. Everything is probably going to come to a head tonight. I'll keep you informed.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2#'s houseguest is getting worse, so #Person1# suggests #Person2# lay down the law.
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train_1749
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#Person1#: What is my schedule for today, Miss Liu?
#Person2#: Yes, you are supposed to meet the president at ten fifteen this morning. Then, you have a lunch appointment with Mr. Clark. And this afternoon at three you are scheduled to speak before a group of seminar participants.
#Person1#: Do you have the meeting report ready?
#Person2#: Certainly.
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Miss Liu tells #Person1# the schedule for today.
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train_1750
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#Person1#: Excuse me, would you like to be our guide?
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: It's our first time to be here, so would you please arrange a schedule for us?
#Person2#: With pleasure. I think we should go to the palace first.
#Person1#: When was the palace built?
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#Person2# would like to be #Person1#'s guide and arranges a schedule.
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train_1751
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#Person1#: Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: I'm trying to choose a gift.
#Person1#: Did you have anything particular in mind?
#Person2#: No, but I'd like to get something typical in this region.
#Person1#: Well, we have some handmade products. Let me show you some.
#Person2#: They're quite nice. But I'm afraid they're quite a bit expensive.
#Person1#: About how much were you planning to spend?
#Person2#: No more than one hundred yuan.
#Person1#: Oh, in that case. This one is OK.
#Person2#: Oh! It's perfect. I think I'll take it. Would you wrap it, please?
#Person1#: OK. Wait for a moment, please.
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#Person1# helps #Person2# choose a gift under one hundred yuan.
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train_1752
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#Person1#: I can't find my glasses and I can't see anything. Can you help me find a few things?
#Person2#: No problem. What are you looking for?
#Person1#: My laptop, do you see it?
#Person2#: Yes, your laptop is on the chair.
#Person1#: Where's my book?
#Person2#: Which one?
#Person1#: The dictionary.
#Person2#: It's under the table.
#Person1#: Where's my pencil?
#Person2#: There's a pencil in front of the lamp.
#Person1#: That's not a pencil. That's a pen.
#Person2#: Oh, sorry. There is a pencil behind the cup.
#Person1#: How about my backpack? Do you know where that is?
#Person2#: It's in between the wall and the bed.
#Person1#: Where are my shoes?
#Person2#: They're on the left side of the TV.
#Person1#: I don't see them.
#Person2#: Sorry, I made a mistake. They're on the right side of the TV.
#Person1#: Thanks.
#Person2#: Oh, and here are your glasses. They were next to your cell phone.
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#Person2# helps #Person1# find several things because #Person1# cannot find #Person1#'s glasses and #Person1# cannot see anything. #Person2# finds #Person1#'s glasses at last.
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train_1753
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#Person1#: I need help picking out a lotion.
#Person2#: It would be my pleasure to help you. What do you need help with?
#Person1#: I picked up some poison oak while hiking, and I can't stop itching.
#Person2#: We have Techne, and it is available in lotion or cream.
#Person1#: Do you find that one works better than the other?
#Person2#: I have heard that the cream is longer lasting.
#Person1#: Is there anything I can take that will help with the itching?
#Person2#: If you take an antihistamine, that would help a lot.
#Person1#: Thank you for helping me figure out what to do with my poison oak.
#Person2#: It was a pleasure. Come back anytime.
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#Person2# helps #Person1# pick out Techne in cream and recommends a medicine to help with the itching.
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train_1754
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#Person1#: I put in two quarters for a coke, but nothing came out of the machine.
#Person2#: Really? Let me check it.
#Person1#: I'm sure it's broken.
#Person2#: No, ma'am. I'm afraid you put in only one quarter and one dime.
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#Person2# says #Person1# didn't put enough money in the machine despite #Person1# believing otherwise.
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train_1755
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#Person1#: What would my new duties be?
#Person2#: Your main responsibility is trouble-shooting between top management and the general employees.
#Person1#: Will I have the chance to take business trip abroad once in a while?
#Person2#: Yes, you definitely will.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person1#'s new duties and admits #Person1#'s chance to take business trips abroad.
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train_1756
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#Person1#: How is the college search going?
#Person2#: It's a huge headache. I have no idea what I want to do.
#Person1#: But don't you want to study music? Shouldn't it be easy?
#Person2#: It should be, but there are too many options. My grades are good enough that I have a lot of choices, but after that. . .
#Person1#: I know. You have to decide if you want to attend a school in a city or in the country, a big school or a small school, a public or private school. . .
#Person2#: Yup, you understand. And my parents are trying to pressure me into going to a Catholic college. They both attended one and think that it combines a good education with good discipline. And the tuition 3 is usually pretty low.
#Person1#: I see. Well, don't forget to talk to the college counselor at the school. He usually gives good advice and can help point you in the right direction. He gave me some information, and next week I'm going to take a look at some of the colleges he recommended.
#Person2#: Thanks for the information. And good luck in your college search.
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#Person2# has difficulty in choosing a college to go because there are too many options. #Person1# suggests #Person2# talk to the school counselor.
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train_1757
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#Person1#: Hello, Peace Hotel.
#Person2#: Hello, I'm calling from Beijing. I'd like to reserve a double room with a bath from tonight on for five days, please.
#Person1#: A moment, please. I'll check our room availability for these days. . . Yes, that's all right. What's your name please?
#Person2#: John Smith. J-O-H-N S-M-I-T-H.
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John Smith calls a hotel to reserve a room.
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train_1758
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#Person1#: Good morning, may I help you?
#Person2#: Good morning. I want to remit 1, 000 yuan to my sister in Shanghai.
#Person1#: Please fill out this form.
#Person2#: OK. . . Do I need to put on my sister's name for the receiver?
#Person1#: Yes. You must put on her name and address.
#Person2#: OK, I see. Here you are. Is that OK now?
#Person1#: Let me check. Yes. Your 1, 000 remittance, please.
#Person2#: Here you are. What is the rate?
#Person1#: This rate is one percent. That will be 10 yuan.
#Person2#: OK. When will this remittance arrive?
#Person1#: Generally it will arrive within three days.
#Person2#: That's good.
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#Person1# helps #Person2# remit 1000 yuan to #Person2#'s sister.
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