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train_1959
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#Person1#: Kathy, it seems you're having a lot of fun playing tennis.
#Person2#: Would you like to learn?
#Person1#: Yes, how do you play?
#Person2#: Tennis can be played in singles or doubles. Look, there, the outside lines are for doubles and the inside lines are for singles.
#Person1#: How do you decide who start serving?
#Person2#: Well, you can use a coin to decide. Whoever wins chooses either to serve or the side of the court.
#Person1#: How do you count the score?
#Person2#: At the beginning, the score would be love.
#Person1#: Love means 0?
#Person2#: You got it, it is then counted to 15, 30 and 40. If you get to 40 and win again, you win the game.
#Person1#: The other side start serving then?
#Person2#: Right, see? You know how to play now.
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Kathy teaches #Person1# that tennis can be played singles or doubles and they use coins to decide who starts serving. She also introduces the scoring rules.
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train_1960
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#Person1#: I'd like to speak to Mister Johnson, please.
#Person2#: Speaking.
#Person1#: Oh hello. This is Erica Stone. My living room window was broken this afternoon. Can you repair it?
#Person2#: Sure, I can come over tomorrow afternoon. Is that OK?
#Person1#: Could you come over now?
#Person2#: OK. I'll come over and take a look in a little while.
#Person1#: You charge about $100, don't you?
#Person2#: Usually if it's a small window. See, didn't I repair a window for you a few weeks ago?
#Person1#: Yes, you did.
#Person2#: Oh, and your little ones have broken the window again. Were they playing ball in the house?
#Person1#: Well, no. I told them not to do that anymore. This time I broke it. I was practicing volleyball.
#Person2#: Oh, you did, did you?
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Erica calls Johnson and wants him to repair the window now. Last time the window was broken by kids but this time it was broken by Erica.
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train_1961
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#Person1#: Hi, professor Smith.
#Person2#: Hi, Justine, how are you?
#Person1#: I am OK, but I'm doing badly in your class. I am wondering how to do better.
#Person2#: I think comeing prepared class may do something to improve your grades.
#Person1#: How can I prepare for class?
#Person2#: Have you checked out my web page? All of my lecture notes are on my web page. You can download the notes and read them ahead of time.
#Person1#: Really? Wow, that would be very helpful.
#Person2#: Another good idea is to read each chapter in the book before class.
#Person1#: I usually don't read the chapter ahead of time. I thought hearing the lecture first was better than reading first.
#Person2#: Reading first is actually better. You should also write down ideas or notes while you're reading. That way, you can come to class with some questions.
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Professor Smith advises Justine to download the notes from his web page and read them beforehand or read each chapter in the book before class.
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train_1962
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#Person1#: Cindy, the date of the computer meeting has been set for next Tuesday. Could you do me a favor and call the hotel to book a room?
#Person2#: Sure, I will take care of it right away. But what are you going to do about the appointment you had planned with Mr. Nolan? Do you want me to call him and cancel?
#Person1#: Oh, I completely forgot all about him. You know, I can't miss this appointment with him. It's too important. On second thought, I think I'd better send Sally to New York to attend the meeting. She's been working on the speech with me for a long time, and she should be able to give the speech in my place.
#Person2#: You're right.
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#Person1# tells Cindy #Person1# needs to go to the computer meeting, but #Person1# cannot miss the appointment with Mr. Nolan so #Person1# sends Sally to the meeting instead.
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train_1963
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#Person1#: Jenny, thank you for your help with my paper.
#Person2#: It's my pleasure if I have done something helpful to you.
#Person1#: I am really grateful for the reference books you offered me. But for the materials, I would not have written my paper so quickly.
#Person2#: It's nice of you to say so. I am interested in your paper and I happen to have some books on the topic.
#Person1#: Your books are important to me. Besides, you have given me some very good suggestions. I really thank you so much.
#Person2#: You are welcome.
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#Person1# thanks Jenny for giving some reference books and suggestions that help #Person1# with #Person1#'s paper.
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train_1964
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#Person1#: Hello, Viola. I see that you take this book with you all day. What book is it?
#Person2#: A wrinkle in time.
#Person1#: You had a birthday party last weekend. So is this book a birthday gift from your friends or classmates?
#Person2#: It is a birthday gift. My uncle sent it to me from New York.
#Person1#: It must be a fantastic book, right?
#Person2#: Yeah, in the book, together with her brother Charles and her friend Calvin, Meg starts the journey to find her missing father, who is a scientist.
#Person1#: Sounds interesting. Can you lend it to me?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. But I haven't finished it yet. Today is Tuesday. I think I will finish it the day after tomorrow.
#Person1#: Great. I can't wait to read it.
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Viola tells #Person1# that the book is her birthday gift from her uncle. Viola will lend the book to #Person1# when she finishes reading.
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train_1965
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#Person1#: How was your trip, Dan? I'd love to go round the world.
#Person2#: It was great. First we went to London but only for a few days as it rained all the time. Both of us got really wet.
#Person1#: You went to Paris next, didn't you?
#Person2#: Well, Paris wasn't at all, sunny, but it was better than London, a bit cloudy.
#Person1#: Did you go up the Eiffel Tower?
#Person2#: Yes. We both had a great time.
#Person1#: Where did you go after Paris?
#Person2#: To Sydney. We didn't get to the famous Bondi Beach as there were a lot of thunderstorms. We did some shopping there.
#Person1#: I bet that was expensive.
#Person2#: It wasn't as expensive as Tokyo. It was hot and sunny there, no rain at all for the whole 5 days we were there.
#Person1#: And then you went to the USA, didn't you?
#Person2#: Yes, to San Francisco, which is famous for its fog. It was so thick that we didn't go to see the Golden Gate Bridge. But it was warmer than some of the other places.
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Dan went to London first and then to Paris. Then he went shopping in Sydney and finally went to San Francisco. He also tells #Person1# about the weather in these cities.
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train_1966
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#Person1#: I see there are some workmen on the site. When is the building work due to start?
#Person2#: Well, it'll take three weeks to demolish the old building and clear away the debris. We should be ready to start the construction work in week 23.
#Person1#: How long will the sub contractors be on site?
#Person2#: About ten weeks in total if everything goes according to plan.
#Person1#: I'm sure it will. So, we should be able to start moving the machinery in during week 34. I'll confirm that date with our suppliers.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# about the schedule of the building work. #Person1#'ll confirm the date of moving the machinery with suppliers.
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train_1967
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#Person1#: I'm now on the Songshan airport getting ready for departure. I realized that I might have left my watch.
#Person2#: Yes, Ma'am. May I have your name and room number?
#Person1#: My name is Terry. I stayed last night in your hotel in room 132.
#Person2#: What kind of watch is it?
#Person1#: It's a brand-new Seiko wrist watch.
#Person2#: Yes, we have it.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm glad to hear that. Would you kindly send it to the Hilton Hotel?
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Terry calls to report that she might've left her watch in #Person2#'s hotel. #Person2# finds it. Terry requests #Person2# to send the watch.
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train_1968
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#Person1#: Tony, could you tell me if there are any special rules about the job?
#Person2#: Working hours are from 8: 30 a. m. to 5:00 p. m. Be sure not to be late or absent. Report to the manager by filling in the ' Monthly Report ' every month.
#Person1#: Is there anything else? How about my salary?
#Person2#: Our company has a strict and reasonable salary standard. On the 20th day of every month, you can get your salary on time. Benefits depend upon the length of service and the employee's past attendance record.
#Person1#: Wow, thank you for telling me these. Do you mind telling me something else, like attendance record, holiday, and how to ask for leave?
#Person2#: All new members are likely to ask the same questions. Haha. I can understand that. Every month you have three days off, besides the weekends and some important holidays. After you've been here for a year, you qualify for a one-week vacation. The leave less than a half-day should predict for an hour, and more than a half-day should predict three days.
#Person1#: Okay, that's good. I get it.
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Tony tells #Person2# the special rules about the job and the salary. Tony then introduces attendance records, holidays, and how to ask for leave.
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train_1969
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#Person1#: Do you like the apartment?
#Person2#: I absolutely love the apartment.
#Person1#: Everything is okay?
#Person2#: I do have one problem with the apartment.
#Person1#: What ' s the problem?
#Person2#: I don ' t like all those stains in the carpet.
#Person1#: We will have the carpet cleaned before you move into the apartment.
#Person2#: I did not know that.
#Person1#: I assure you that we will, and if there are any more problems, feel free to tell me.
#Person2#: That was the only thing that I saw wrong with the apartment.
#Person1#: I ' m glad to know that you think the apartment is so nice.
#Person2#: It ' s absolutely incredible. I ' ll take it.
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#Person2# loves the apartment but doesn't like all those stains in the carpet. #Person1# promises to clean the stains so #Person2# will take it.
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train_1970
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#Person1#: Good morning. My name is Mr. Brown. I ' m from Australia. Here is my card.
#Person2#: Thank you. I ' m pleased to meet you, Mr. Brown. My name is Kathy Pewless, the representative of Green Textile Import and Export Corporation.
#Person1#: Pleased to meet you too, Ms. Pewless. I travel a lot every year on business, but this is my first visit to your country. I must say I have been much impressed by your friendly people.
#Person2#: Thank you for saying so. Have you seen the exhibition halls? On display are most of our products, such as silk, woolen knitwear, cotton piece goods, and garments.
#Person1#: Oh, yes. I had a look yesterday. I found some of the exhibits to be fine in quality and beautiful in design. The exhibition has successfully displayed to me what your corporation handles. I have gone over the catalogue and the pamphlets enclosed in your last letter. I've got some idea of your exports. I ' m interested in your silk blouses.
#Person2#: Our silk is known for its good quality. It is one of our trade - trional exports. Silk blouses are brightly colored and beau - fully designed. They have met with great favor overseas and are always in great demand.
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Ms. Pewless meets with Mr. Brown and introduces her corporation's exhibition and products to him. Mr. Brown gets interested in their silk blouses
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train_1971
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#Person1#: Excuse me, are you Mrs. Green from England?
#Person2#: Yes, I am.
#Person1#: I'm pleased to meet you, Mrs. Green. My name is Myra. I work in Beijing Institute of Technology. I came here to meet you.
#Person2#: How do you do?
#Person1#: How do you do?
#Person2#: It's kind of you to meet me at the airport.
#Person1#: Welcome to Beijing. Is this your first time in China?
#Person2#: No, I have visited China several times, but it's my first visit to Beijing and I think it's a great honor to be invited to your beautiful city.
#Person1#: It's our pleasure to have you here. I hope you will have a pleasant stay here.
#Person2#: Thank you. I'm sure I will have a wonderful time here.
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Myra meets Mrs. Green at the airport. They greet each other and Myra hopes Mrs. Green can have a good time in Beijing.
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train_1972
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#Person1#: Helen, did you hear I ' m having a party? Next Saturday in my place.
#Person2#: I may have something on that day, but thanks for inviting me.
#Person1#: Well, drop by if you can.
#Person2#: I will, do you want me to bring anything?
#Person1#: No, just bring yourself. I hope to see you there.
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#Person1# invites Helen to #Person1#'s party next Saturday. Helen tells #Person1# she may have something on that day but she'll drop by if she can.
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train_1973
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#Person1#: Do you take in students? I've been told you might have a vacant room.
#Person2#: Yes. If you don't mind sharing room with someone else, there's one available.
#Person1#: How much are you asking?
#Person2#: 800 yuan a month.
#Person1#: Could I have a look at it, please?
#Person2#: Sorry, but I'm on my way out now. Could you come back in an hour?
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#Person1#'s looking for a vacant room. #Person2# has one available for 800 yuan a month and asks #Person1# to come back later.
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train_1974
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#Person1#: are you ready for your first driving lesson?
#Person2#: yes. Which one is the brake again?
#Person1#: the pedal on your left is the brake and the one on your right is the gas.
#Person2#: I'm glad this car is an automatic. I don't like having to change gears.
#Person1#: automatics are very simple to drive. The first thing you should do is put your seat belt on.
#Person2#: you should also put yours on. you never know what will happen with me in the driver's seat!
#Person1#: very funny. Next you should check your side mirrors and your rear view mirror. Can you see out of them?
#Person2#: I can't see anything out of the side mirror on your side of the car. Could you move it forward a bit, please?
#Person1#: how's that?
#Person2#: that's better. Now what?
#Person1#: check your petrol situation.
#Person2#: the tank is almost empty. I guess I'll drive to the petrol station to fill it up.
#Person1#: that's a good idea. Put your keys in the ignition, start it up, put the car in reserve, wait for the road to be clear, and then back out of the driveway.
#Person2#: I got it. Don't worry. I'll get you there in one piece.
#Person1#: remember, no honking this time. The horn is only for emergencies!
#Person2#: why does that cop car behind me have its red lights on?
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#Person1# is giving #Person2#'s first driving lesson. #Person2# learns about preparation before driving and will drive to the petrol station to fill the petrol up.
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train_1975
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#Person1#: This small town has many serious problems.
#Person2#: What's the cause?
#Person1#: The mayor and high officials practice cronyism and a large number of guys who are good at nothing occupy many important positions.
#Person2#: I see why it lags behind other towns.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# this small town has many serious problems because of cronyism.
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train_1976
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#Person1#: Hello there! Come on in! Don't just stand there! Come and take a seat!
#Person2#: Um, okay. Well, I just want a trim. Nothing too fancy.
#Person1#: Oh my gosh! Your hair is amazing! So silky, so shiny! I am going to work my magic on your hair! You hear me? You are going to look like a million bucks!
#Person2#: Okay. Um. . . can you make sure my sideburns are even and you just take a little off the top.
#Person1#: Don't you worry, I'll take care of everything! ( starts cutting ) Oh my god! I just love your curly hair! It's so fluffy and cute! You should totally let it grow out. An afro would look great on you!
#Person2#: Um. . . no.
#Person1#: Okay, but you are going to be my masterpiece!
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#Person2# wants a trim. #Person1# serves #Person2# and admires #Person2#'s hair enthusiastically but #Person1# reacts indifferently.
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train_1977
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#Person1#: This apartment is great, but could I upgrade a few things?
#Person2#: What are you unhappy with?
#Person1#: I want to have a different color carpet.
#Person2#: If you agree to pay more money, you could upgrade the carpet.
#Person1#: Would it cost a lot more?
#Person2#: It could be as little as 2 dollars or as much as 10 dollars more per square yard.
#Person1#: I was also wondering if it would be possible to pick a different paint color.
#Person2#: Bring me a paint sample to look at, and I will consider it.
#Person1#: When can you finish with the new carpet and paint?
#Person2#: Your new apartment can be recarpeted and repainted by next Tuesday.
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#Person1# thinks the apartment's great but wants #Person2# to upgrade the carpet and change the color of the painting. #Person2# agrees but asks for more money.
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train_1978
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#Person1#: What would you say if I told you I was going to quit school?
#Person2#: I'd say, think twice about it. Well, you are not going to quit school, are you?
#Person1#: I don't know. I failed my exam.
#Person2#: What did you get?
#Person1#: A B plus.
#Person2#: That's not bad.
#Person1#: But I should have aced it. I mean I finished the paper so quickly, thinking it's a piece of cake. But when I knew my result, I was like what? That can't be true!
#Person2#: Listen, John. I understand that you are such an excellent student and I know you must have lots of stress, but you really want to give up?
#Person1#: No, I don't. I just don't know how to handle this. This is my first time, you know.
#Person2#: I know. Don't worry. Do you know what you should do?
#Person1#: What?
#Person2#: You need to blow off some steam. The world is not on your shoulder.
#Person1#: How?
#Person2#: Forget about school and exams. Come over to my house and have fun. I have some really good DVDs.
#Person1#: Thanks. But I really don't feel like watching movies tonight. I have to get an early start in the morning.
#Person2#: Then go to bed and have a good sleep.
#Person1#: I guess that's what I need. Thanks. You're being a really good friend.
#Person2#: Of course I am. Well, pleasant dreams!
#Person1#: Thanks, bye.
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John got an unsatisfied grade in his exam and considers quitting school. #Person2# comforts him and lets him forget those things. John feels thankful to have such a helpful friend.
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train_1979
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#Person1#: How are you going all these days?
#Person2#: Fine, thanks.
#Person1#: But you look depressed.
#Person2#: I have some problem with my work.
#Person1#: Is it serious?
#Person2#: I can solve it, thanks.
#Person1#: How about your family?
#Person2#: Everything is Okay. And as soon as I see my son at home, all my worries vanish into the blue.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s depressed due to some problems with the work but #Person2# can solve it.
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train_1980
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#Person1#: Would you like to come by and play bridge?
#Person2#: Well, let's see. Why don't we go dancing for a change? We haven't done that for a long time.
#Person1#: Well, to tell the truth, I don't really feel like it tonight. I had a pretty hard day and I'm sort of tired.
#Person2#: Hmm. Well, in that case, we could go to the movies.
#Person1#: Oh, we always go to the movies. Can't we do something different?
#Person2#: Well, do you have any suggestions?
#Person1#: Let's see. How do you feel about playing bridge?
#Person2#: It's OK with me, but we don't have any beer and things.
#Person1#: Well, shall I call Janet and ask her and Tom to come over, and I'll go to the store and buy some stuff.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: Hello, Janet. It's me. . . Oh, fine. Just fine. Say, Janet, I was wondering if you and Tom were doing anything tonight. . . No? Well. would you like to come by our place and play a few hands of bridge?
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#Person1# invites #Person2# to come by and play bridge. #Person2# at first wants to do something else but ultimately agrees. Then #Person1# calls Janet and Tom to come.
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train_1981
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#Person1#: What a beautiful sweater!
#Person2#: Do you think it looks good on me?
#Person1#: Yes, and it goes beautifully with your pants.
#Person2#: You won't believe it, but it was really cheap.
#Person1#: I wish I could find one just like it.
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#Person1# admires #Person2#'s sweater and #Person2# tells #Person1# it was cheap.
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train_1982
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#Person1#: I haven't danced for a long time.
#Person2#: Neither have I.
#Person1#: We must go to a dance soon, or we'll forget how to dance.
#Person2#: Yes, we must. What have you been doing since I last saw you?
#Person1#: I've been studying hard for my examinations. And you?
#Person2#: I've been learning Japanese every evening.
#Person1#: Why have you been learning Japanese? Why not English?
#Person2#: I hope to visit Japan next year.
#Person1#: Well, we'll both have to start learning all the new dances.
#Person2#: Yes, let's go into the dance-hall and ask if we can take dancing-lessons.
#Person1#: A good idea. They can teach elephants to dance nowadays perhaps there's hope for us!
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#Person1# and #Person2# haven't danced for a long time. They talk about what they have been doing recently and they decide to take dancing lessons together.
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train_1983
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#Person1#: OK, Hello!
#Person2#: Hello!
#Person1#: Hi, what's your name?
#Person2#: Yeah, my name is Nandu.
#Person1#: Nandu. Nandu, how do you spell you name?
#Person2#: Yeah, my name is like N-A-N-J-U.
#Person1#: Oh, OK. That's a nice name, Nandu. And where are you from?
#Person2#: I'm from Madras.
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Nandu and #Person1# meet for the first time. Nandu tells #Person1# how to spell his name and he's from Madras.
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train_1984
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#Person1#: I went bungee jumping yesterday. It was so exciting.
#Person2#: Do you really enjoy such dangerous sports?
#Person1#: Yes, They are great fun and very challenging, too. Some day I'll want to try deep-sea diving and rock-climbing, too.
#Person2#: You are a real fan of extreme sports.
#Person1#: Yes. I love facing danger and overcoming it. It has become part of my life.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# went bungee jumping yesterday and #Person1# loves extreme sports.
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train_1985
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#Person1#: Professor, could I make an appointment with you?
#Person2#: I am free tomorrow afternoon between two and four ; do you have a particular time in mind?
#Person1#: Two o'clock would be the best time.
#Person2#: Fine, do you know where my office is?
#Person1#: No, I'm not sure.
#Person2#: Remember, it is in the E building on the third floor.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: Don't worry, it will work out fine once you get there. I'll see you then.
#Person1#: I'll see you then.
#Person2#: Looking forward to meeting with you!
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#Person1# wants to make an appointment with #Person2#. They confirm when and where they will meet.
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train_1986
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#Person1#: Excuse me. But are you Mrs. Smith from America?
#Person2#: That's it. I am Maria Smith. You must be Zhang Lin from Tianjin Sports Facility Co. Ltd.
#Person1#: Yes. Nice to meet you, Mrs. Smith.
#Person2#: Nice to meet you too, Mr. Zhang.
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Mrs. Smith and Zhang Lin meet for the first time and greet each other.
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train_1987
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#Person1#: We've got a problem. . . it looks like we'll need more spotlights on the exhibition booth. The client thinks it's too dark, and they want to add halogen lighting. We've already got 3 sets of track lighting from you guys, do you think you could help us out and throw in some halogens?
#Person2#: Oh. . . Um. . . I don't think so. you know the halogen lighting is much more expensive than your track lighting system. Plus I'm going to have to call in some guys to install it for you. That's not going to come cheap.
#Person1#: But it would only be adding to the existing structure. We're not talking about anything new here. . .
#Person2#: It doesn't matter because we will still have to call the electrician out, and they are union labor. It'll cost you a pretty penny. . .
#Person1#: How much do you think it would cost?
#Person2#: Mumm, I estimate it'll run in the neighborhood of. . . $ 500 per light.
#Person1#: $ 500per light? ! That's ridiculous! It can't possibly be that expansive!
#Person2#: It is, I'll tell you why. We'll have to call in the electrician, he's going to charge overtime now because it's already 5PM, and it will probably take him an hour a light. Plus, the halogen lights take more electricity, so your electrical cost is going to be higher as well.
#Person1#: Can't you give me a break on this? We've already spent so much money on lighting, I hate to have to blow so much more on halogens.
#Person2#: No, that's the cost, and that's what it's going to cost us. We can't go in the hole with this. I am giving you my best price, so take it, or leave it.
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#Person1# wants to add halogen lighting. #Person2# offers a price but #Person1# thinks it's too expensive. #Person2# explains why it is so expensive. #Person1# still wants to bargain but #Person2# won't budge.
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train_1988
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#Person1#: So how was your interview?
#Person2#: I haven't gone to the interview yet. It's tomorrow. I am so nervous.
#Person1#: Don't worry. You should do fine. You have the experience.
#Person2#: I hope so.
#Person1#: Remember, they want someone who works well with people. You've got to show them how easy-going and personable you are.
#Person2#: Thanks, I'll keep that in mind.
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#Person2# feels nervous for tomorrow's interview. #Person1# suggests qualities #Person2# should show during the interview.
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train_1989
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#Person1#: I need help in ordering my office supplies.
#Person2#: You can print out a copy of the Order Supply Form from our company web site and turn in into me. What will you be needing?
#Person1#: I need ink cartridges, staples, and Post-its.
#Person2#: Will you need all of them right away or can some wait?
#Person1#: Some of these can wait but there are a few things that I need right away.
#Person2#: You can only buy supplies that you have a budget for. Do you know what your budget is?
#Person1#: We have plenty of money for office supplies.
#Person2#: You can pick these supplies up or they can be delivered to your building. Which would you prefer?
#Person1#: I want to pick them up.
#Person2#: Well, just finish the request and we will contact you when the supplies come in. Have a good day!
#Person1#: You too!
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#Person1# asks #Person2# for help in ordering office supplies. #Person1# tells #Person2# what they need and their budget. #Person2# asks #Person1# to finish the request and will contact #Person1# when the supplies come in.
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train_1990
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#Person1#: Good afternoon, Mr. Yang. I'm Jill, Mr. Smith's secretary. Would you like to look around the factory first?
#Person2#: Yes, I would.
#Person1#: Now this is our office block. We have all the administrative departments Sales, Accounting, Personnel, Market Research and so on.
#Person2#: What's that building opposite us?
#Person1#: That's the warehouse where the larger items of medical instruments are stored. We keep a stock of the fast-moving items so that urgent orders can be met quickly from stock. ( in the workshop ) This is one of our three workshops. This is the delivery bay here.
#Person2#: Oh, I see.
#Person1#: The steel sheets and bars come in, as you see, in different sizes and are unloaded onto the delivery bay here. We buy them in from a steel works in Wales. This is the new conveyor belt we installed last year. We doubled our output in this department as a result.
#Person2#: Oh, really?
#Person1#: I'll take you to the assembly shop. . .
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Jill shows Mr. Yang around their factory and introduces the office block, the warehouse, the workshop, etc.
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train_1991
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#Person1#: Gosh, another stop. It seems the cars ahead of us have to stop every two minutes, It's no quicker than a bus.
#Person2#: That's true. During rush hours, taxis are just as quick as buses.
#Person1#: It was silly of me to have taken a taxi.
#Person2#: At least, it can free you from the crowd. By the way, do you come from China?
#Person1#: No, from New Zealand, sir. I visited New Zealand and saw lots of overseas people there.
#Person2#: Wow, like America. It receives a great number of visitors every year.
#Person1#: The more the world becomes open, the more people become international!
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#Person1# complains about the slow speed of taxis in the traffic jam. Then #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1#'s from New Zealand.
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train_1992
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#Person1#: I can't stand the stupid guy any longer. It's unbelievable.
#Person2#: Oh, my dear lady, take it easy. You should forgive a green hand like him.
#Person1#: He does everything so mindlessly that he is going to drive me crazy.
#Person2#: I suggest you talk with him and teach him how to deal with the problems.
#Person1#: I've told him how to do that several times, but he's never listened to me.
#Person2#: Maybe you should communicate with him just like a friend, not a boss.
#Person1#: Oh, I always have difficulty in getting along with the staff.
#Person2#: Just take them for your good friends and have a talk with them as we do. Make sure you won't lose your temper!
#Person1#: Oh, so bad. I'm afraid I'll change the image of myself.
#Person2#: No, it's unnecessary. Just respect the staff and their own opinions.
#Person1#: But sometimes they offer some useless proposals, it's awfully useless.
#Person2#: Oh, no one is perfect.
#Person1#: That's right. I should speak to them in a polite way.
#Person2#: We have the equal partnership in team.
#Person1#: Thanks very much and you're very eloquent.
#Person2#: Thanks for saying that.
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#Person1# complains to #Person2# about a new employee. #Person2# comforts #Person1# and suggests that #Person1# take them for good friends and have a talk with them.
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train_1993
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#Person1#: Hey Ted, I saw this ad in the paper. You should take a look.
#Person2#: What is it?
#Person1#: It's for a job. It looks perfect for you.
#Person2#: Let's see. . . ' Wanted
#Person1#: Come on, what have you got to lose?
#Person2#: What about my resume?
#Person1#: Here, I'll help you type one up.
#Person2#: Thanks, Mary. You're a real pal. I'll call now to set up an interview.
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Mary recommends a new job to Ted and will help him type a resume.
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train_1994
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#Person1#: I think I'm going to go get some food.
#Person2#: What do you want?
#Person1#: I can't decide what to get.
#Person2#: What kind of food do you want to get?
#Person1#: I think I might like some Chinese food.
#Person2#: Do you know where you're going to get it?
#Person1#: I honestly don't know.
#Person2#: I go to Panda Express for my Chinese food.
#Person1#: You like the food there?
#Person2#: I really like the food.
#Person1#: I think I'll go and get my food there.
#Person2#: I think you'll enjoy the food.
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#Person1# wants to eat Chinese food. #Person2# recommends Panda Express.
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train_1995
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#Person1#: Tell me about the parking regulations on campus. I got fined yesterday.
#Person2#: You have to get a parking permit first.
#Person1#: Where can I get a permit?
#Person2#: Over there in the Service Building. I can go with you... Right, here is the form you need... OK, surname, well I know that, Hanks... Other names, just Andrew. What's your student number?
#Person1#: Oh, yes. It's 9301321.
#Person2#: Your address. I know, it's 16 Bull Creek. And the postal code?
#Person1#: It's 6150.
#Person2#: What's the license plate number of your car?
#Person1#: Er... It's BGF739.
#Person2#: BGF739. OK, I can write the date, but you have to sign it yourself.
#Person1#: Oh, OK, I can manage that I think.
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Andrew asks #Person2# about the parking regulations on campus. #Person2# helps him to get a parking permit.
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train_1996
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#Person1#: Jim, thank goodness you've arrived. The class presentation started half an hour ago, and I was just beginning to panic.
#Person2#: I'm sorry for being late, Alice. This morning has been a real mess, I didn't think I was going to make it here at all.
#Person1#: Why are you late? Our presentation depends on those graphs you are holding.
#Person2#: Yes, I know. I'll tell you about it later. First, let's see how we are doing for time. Two groups are still ahead of us, aren't they? The presentations on the rights of the consumer and the analysis of the stock market. That means I've got twenty minutes to sort out.
#Person1#: You look cold. What happened?
#Person2#: I've been standing outside in arctic temperatures for over an hour waiting for a bus.
#Person1#: Over an hour. But I thought your apartment was only a ten minute bus ride to campus.
#Person2#: In normal conditions, but the bus was delayed because of the weather, and when I stopped in a drug store to call home for a ride, the bus went by. As luck would have it there was no one at home, so I had to wait another forty-five minutes for the next bus.
#Person1#: That's Murphy's Law, isn't it? What was it said? If anything can go wrong, it will. Well, we've still got twenty minutes to get our wits together.
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Jim is late for the class presentation and Alice is worried. Hopefully, there are still two groups ahead of their presentation when Jim arrives. Jim explains to Alice that he waits for the bus for too long.
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train_1997
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#Person1#: Excuse me, but do you have the shirt in blue?
#Person2#: Yes, we do. But only in small, large, and extra-large.
#Person1#: Oh, dam. I was hoping to have it in a medium size. It would really go well with my bag.
#Person2#: Well, we may be getting more in next week. Would you like me to check our computer?
#Person1#: Oh, yes, please.
#Person2#: OK. Yes,it looks like our manager has ordered more. We should have some in medium by next Thursday.
#Person1#: Great! I'll ask my assistant to come back then and pick one up.
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#Person1# wants to buy a shirt but there're no medium-sized ones left. #Person2# checks the computer and tells #Person1# there would be available ones by next Thursday.
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train_1998
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#Person1#: I've been worried that Richard is frozen.
#Person2#: What sounds to be a problem?
#Person1#: Well, he has trouble concentrating when getting along with other children. I was wondering there might be something on his mind. Some problem at home?
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#Person1# tells #Person2# Richard has trouble concentrating when getting along with other children.
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train_1999
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#Person1#: Hello, Mr. Smith. I'm afraid Dr. Brown won't be able to see you today. He's still waiting for a flight out of New York. He said he would meet you tomorrow afternoon. Is it OK?
#Person2#: Sounds good. Thank you for calling.
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#Person1# calls Mr. Smith to tell him Dr. Brown won't be able to see him today and changes the appointment to tomorrow afternoon.
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train_2000
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#Person1#: Dad, I need a few supplies for school, and I was wondering if...
#Person2#: Yeah. There are a couple of pencils and an eraser in the kitchen drawer, I think.
#Person1#: Dad, I'm in Grade 8 now, and I need real supplies for my demanding classes.
#Person2#: Oh, so you need a ruler, too?
#Person1#: Dad, I need some high tech stuff like a calculator and a laptop computer.
#Person2#: Uh. I didn't have any of that when I was in middle school, and I did just fine.
#Person1#: Yeah, and there weren't any cars either. Things are a lot more progressive now.
#Person2#: Great. My daughter will be playing video games in class.
#Person1#: Dad.
#Person2#: Okay. How much are these things going to cost me?
#Person1#: Well, I found a computer at the store for only 299.
#Person2#: Well, you'll be supporting me in my old age, so, I guess so. When do you need it?
#Person1#: Now, right now. Mom's already waiting in the car for us. She said she would buy me an ice cream if I could talk you into buying it for me today.
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#Person1# tries to talk her dad into buying a few expensive supplies for school. Her dad at first is unwilling but later gives in.
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train_2001
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#Person1#: You look rather pale, Mr. Williams. Aren't you feeling well?
#Person2#: It's nothing serious actually. I was sick most of the night. I didn't sleep very well.
#Person1#: What seems to be the matter? Is it the flu?
#Person2#: No, I think it's something I ate. We ate at that new restaurant last night, and I must have eaten something that didn't agree with me.
#Person1#: Was it that new restaurant over on Fourth Street? Opened only two weeks ago?
#Person2#: As a matter of fact, it was. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: Because Jerry ate there last week and had the same kind of problem. He was sick the next day, too.
#Person2#: That's interesting. Maybe the health authorities should look into the matter.
#Person1#: That's what I think. Two people with similar problems in such a short time can't just be coincidence!
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Mr. Williams tells #Person1# he ate something at a restaurant and feels sick. #Person1# says Jerry has the same experience. They think the restaurant should be investigated.
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train_2002
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#Person1#: How is the weather today?
#Person2#: It's very hot and humid.
#Person1#: Quite different from the forecast.
#Person2#: The weather changes often at this time of the year. It's possible to cool down in the late afternoon.
#Person1#: How are the summers here generally?
#Person2#: They are usually hot and rainy.
#Person1#: I have been here for about a month. It's very hot and humid.
#Person2#: It's just June now. The rainy season hasn't arrived yet.
#Person1#: What shall we do today? Good weekends shouldn't be wasted.
#Person2#: What about swimming?
#Person1#: That's a great idea.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# it's hot and humid today and the weather here in summers are usually hot and rainy. Then #Person2# suggests swimming and #Person1# agrees.
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train_2003
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#Person1#: I don't think the teacher had a right to say that. The teacher was wrong to have accused her in front of the whole class.
#Person2#: You've got to be joking! It's the teacher's right to say anything wants, and if she saw Myra cheating, she certainly had the right to say so.
#Person1#: I agree she had the right to say something, but I feel she should have done it privately.
#Person2#: You're right. If I were the teacher, I wouldn't have done that.
#Person1#: The bell rings. Let's get in the class.
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#Person1# and #Person2# think the teacher should talk to Myra privately even if she saw Myra cheating.
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train_2004
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#Person1#: Where did you get your mobile? It's really cute.
#Person2#: Oh, this? I got it in Singapore. Here, do you want to take a look?
#Person1#: Thanks. Gee, it's really light!
#Person2#: Yes, it is, isn't it? A bit too light, really. What make have you got?
#Person1#: I've got an old Ericsson. Here. Take a look.
#Person2#: Wow, that's really old.
#Person1#: Yes, I like collecting antiques.
#Person2#: Why don't you get a new one?
#Person1#: I don't know. I like this one, and I don't have any need for all the bells and whistles you get on the new ones.
#Person2#: Really, what makes you say that?
#Person1#: Well, I just need to make and receive calls, and it's quite reliable. I find that the more fancy stuff they put into these things, the more likely they are to break bown or go wrong, you know? I mean, this camera function, for instance-how often do you use it?
#Person2#: Sometimes, but I guess not very often. It's more for fun. Sometimes when I'm on a trip, for example, I can take a picture and send it to my kids. Or I can send a picture of a sample back to my office and get it costed up immediately.
#Person1#: Well, that's nice I guess. So how many kids do you have?
#Person2#: Three. Two boys and a girl.
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#Person2# shows #Person1# a light mobile and #Person1# shows #Person2# an old Ericsson. #Person1# doesn't want a new one because #Person1# only needs to make and receives calls, and #Person1# thinks other functions are unreliable.
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train_2005
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#Person1#: I was really glad to hear about your award. Congratulations!
#Person2#: Thanks, Denise. Actually, I was really surprised. I mean, there were a lot of qualified people out there.
#Person1#: Sure. But the work you did was really exceptional! You definitely deserved it!
#Person2#: Thanks a lot. I expect to see your name nominated pretty soon, too. You've been doing some great work!
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Denise congratulates #Person2# on #Person2#'s getting the award.
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train_2006
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#Person1#: When were you born may I ask?
#Person2#: On 20th May 1963.
#Person1#: Do you know what it was according to the lunar calendar?
#Person2#: 27th day of the fourth month.
#Person1#: By the way , could you tell me when the film will begin?
#Person2#: It will begin at five thirty.
#Person1#: I am friaid I can't be there on time.
#Person2#: You can see it tomorrow.
#Person1#: I don't want to miss it today.
#Person2#: See you.
#Person1#: See you.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s birthday and the beginning time of the movie.
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train_2007
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#Person1#: Do you use an anti-virus program to protect your computer?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. I also use an anti-spyware program and a firewall. There are so many nasties on the internet and so many people who are trying to use the internet to hurt other users. You have to be very careful and keep you computer clean.
#Person1#: How often do you run your anti-virus program?
#Person2#: I usually run it every few days. It finds a virus about half the time.
#Person1#: Which anti-virus program would you recommend?
#Person2#: How you tried this one? It's very good and you can download it for free on the internet. You can also download updates for free.
#Person1#: That sounds very good. Which website should I visit to download it?
#Person2#: Just a minute... go to this one. I'll send you an email with the line in it. It only takes a few minutes to download. Then you have to go through the set up procedures. But they are not complicated.
#Person1#: What do you use your computer for?
#Person2#: I use it for several things-surfing the net, word processing and creating presentations. I don't play many games on my computer, but I do a lot of work with photographs. Using c computer program, you can edit and resize photographs. You can also make them brighter or darker and cut pieces from different photographs to create new ones.
#Person1#: Computers are great, aren't they? I should download some program and learn how to use them.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# uses an anti-virus program to protect the computer and runs it every few days. #Person2# recommends an anti-virus program, and tells #Person1# what #Person2# uses the computer for.
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train_2008
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#Person1#: Hey Michelle, jump in quick. It's pouring out there!
#Person2#: Oh, hi Melissa. Are you going to the conference too? I was planning to pick up Mr. Campbell.
#Person1#: Yes, he told me. We need to pick him up at his hotel and then go to the conference.
#Person2#: Oh I see, okay. So I heard you got married. Congratulations!
#Person1#: Ah thank you! I'm very excited. We were going to get married next year, but then we decided to get married on holiday instead. It was wonderful.
#Person2#: That sounds so romantic! Jack and I were hoping to get married in Europe next year, but we had to postpone our plans. We just don't have the money!
#Person1#: I know what you mean. I think Shanghai is getting more and more expensive, don't you?
#Person2#: I sure do. In my opinion, it's actually becoming more expensive than back home.
#Person1#: Definitely. Oh, there's Mr. Campbell. Driver, can you stop here please?
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Melissa picks Michelle up and she is also going to pick up Mr. Campbell. Michelle congratulates Melissa on her marriage and they both agree weddings cost a lot.
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train_2009
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#Person1#: what do you think of studying abroad?
#Person2#: I think it's a great idea. Studying abroad will offer you plenty of new opportunities. Are you planning on going abroad?
#Person1#: yes, I hope so. I am studying for my IELTS right now.
#Person2#: which country do you want to go to?
#Person1#: I'd like to study in the UK, but it's really expensive.
#Person2#: have you applied to any schools there?
#Person1#: yes, I received a conditional offer from Oxford University a few days ago.
#Person2#: congratulations! That's excellent news? What do you have to do to get an unconditional offer?
#Person1#: I have to get an IELTS score of 7. 5 overall. Do you think I can do that?
#Person2#: if you study hard, I don't see why you wouldn't. Have you received any other offers?
#Person1#: I was also accpeted into Yale University, and Sydney University.
#Person2#: if you're worried about money, the cost of living is lowest in America. However, if you go to Oxford University, you'll probably be able to get any job you want in the future.
#Person1#: I just can't decide where to go. It's not an easy decision to make.
#Person2#: if I were you, I'd apply for some scholarships and grants before you decide. Whatevert you do, I know you'll succeed.
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#Person1# asks for #Person2#'s opinion about studying abroad. #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# has already received some offers but cannot decide where to go. #Person2# gives some suggestions.
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train_2010
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#Person1#: Hello, Chandler! How are you?
#Person2#: Fine. And you?
#Person1#: Just so so. I am too tired. My company has been holding too many training sessions lately.
#Person2#: That's good. Not evey company provides employees with training opportunity. It seems that your company wants to further develop their employees and encourage the lifelong learning.
#Person1#: Good? ! For them but not to me.
#Person2#: So, what's the problem?
#Person1#: We have to participate in training after a busy day and during the weekend. You know, after work all you want to do is to throw yourself onto your bed. And during the weekend, you just want to stay at home and enjoy a family dinner.
#Person2#: Yes, you are right. But one should keep learning daily to maintain our keen mental power and to expand our intellectual capacity. Constant learning drives us to sharp our power of reasoning, analysis and judgement.
#Person1#: Yes, I agree with you on the point. But why couldn't the training be held during the working day instead of weekend?
#Person2#: Yes, you are right. I think weekend is the time for family gathering and rest. Maybe you could make that suggestion to your boss.
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#Person1# complains to Chandler that #Person1#'s company holds too many training sessions occupying much of their spare time. Chandler thinks training is necessary but agrees that weekends shouldn't be occupied.
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train_2011
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#Person1#: Hi, Jane. Welcome back. How was the west coast?
#Person2#: Terrific. I had a wonderful time. It was really nice to get away from the city for a while.
#Person1#: What did you think of Los Angeles?
#Person2#: It was alright. I liked it better than I thought I would. It's very clean and spacious and it's got a lot of trees. The problem is transportation. The bus service is terrible and of course, they don't have any subway, so it's a little difficult to get around. We had to rent a car.
#Person1#: And was the weather good?
#Person2#: Oh yes, it was nice and warm in Los Angelus and cool, but comfortable in San Francisco.
#Person1#: Cool in San Francisco? Not surprising?
#Person2#: Yeah, it surprised me a bit too. We didn't take any sweaters or anything. And they say it's always like that in August. Anyway, I loved it. It's probably the most beautiful city in the US. All those hills, the bay and those charming old Victorian houses.
#Person1#: So you like it better than Los Angeles?
#Person2#: Oh yes, there is much more to see and do, and because it's smaller than Los Angelus, it's a bit easier to get around. There are lots of buses and streetcars and of course, the cable cars, too.
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Jane shares her enjoyable trip to the west coast with #Person1#. Jane likes San Francisco better due to the weather and there is much more to see and do.
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train_2012
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#Person1#: So, Marcia, what did you think?
#Person2#: Well, between Sarah Tims and Daniel Watson, I think the choice is pretty obvious.
#Person1#: So do I. Daniel looked so good on paper. His resume was a little too perfect.
#Person2#: He seemed great when I first spoke to him.
#Person1#: Yes, but first impression often lies. I guess some people like that sort of style, but it wouldn't fit in with us. He was much too confident.
#Person2#: I couldn't agree more whereas Sarah Tims.
#Person1#: She was very convincing and confident, but also modest. And I thought her presentation was excellent.
#Person2#: Yes, it was. But I am a little worried about how much experience she has.
#Person1#: Yes, that's true. But she seems ready to take on any challenges we give her.
#Person2#: So, who do we give the job to?
#Person1#: Sarah.
#Person2#: I agree entirely.
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#Person1# and Marcia talk about the two candidates' performance. They both think the job should be given to Sarah instead of Daniel.
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train_2013
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#Person1#: Are the people in the store buying our products?
#Person2#: Well, we have good products. Customers think that the products are excellent.
#Person1#: But you don't order the products on time.
#Person2#: The problem isn't there. It's the central computer in New York.
#Person1#: We must improve this system.
#Person2#: OK. Another problem is the salespeople. Customers aren't happy with the service.
#Person1#: But it's difficult to find staff who know about sporting goods, we must increase pay and find better people.
#Person2#: I don't agree. I think we must train the staff that we have.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# customers think the products are excellent, but the problems lie in the system and the salespeople.
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train_2014
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#Person1#: Hello, Mr. Jan Erik Fredman, you are a frequent traveler, and we also know that you eat out twice a day. How come you are so fond of eating out?
#Person2#: When I got my first job back in nineteen eighty two and started traveling, I had no other choice but to eat out. I found that I felt different due to what I was eating, so I try to find places that served food that made me feel good. The secret was the quality of the food and how well the food was prepared. I made an effort to find good restaurants as well as nice dishes.
#Person1#: How did you manage to make a list of 218 favorite restaurants?
#Person2#: I have lived in many cities. And when I moved back to Sweden from the United States, people asked me where to go to eat when they went to cities I knew. I got a lot of ideas. Then I wrote about restaurants for the Swedish Clubs Magazine. And someone suggested I gather the information about the restaurants together. Since I had all the facts about the restaurants, I had been too. I started to do that.
#Person1#: How do you find restaurants?
#Person2#: The best way is to ask the people there. I may talk to people at a street market or take a walk and look for a place myself. I never ask a hotel clerk or a taxi driver. I don't go to empty restaurants or places with menus difficult to understand.
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#Person1# interviews Mr. Fredman. Mr. Fredman explains why he likes eating out, how he manages to make a long list of favorite restaurants, and how he finds restaurants in detail.
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train_2015
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#Person1#: Could you tell me your education background?
#Person2#: Sure, where shall I begin?
#Person1#: Which University did you go to?
#Person2#: I went to the University of Ohio.
#Person1#: What degree did you get?
#Person2#: I got a bachelors degree.
#Person1#: What was your major?
#Person2#: I majored in English and minored in Chinese.
#Person1#: What was your GPA?
#Person2#: I graduated with honors I had a 3.9.
#Person1#: Do you plan to pursue further education?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to obtain a masters degree in international relations.
#Person1#: When do you think you will do that?
#Person2#: After I have 3:00 to 4:00 years of work experience.
#Person1#: I see.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s education background including #Person2#'s university, degree, major, GPA, and further education plan.
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train_2016
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#Person1#: Hello, China Southern Airlines. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, could I make a reservation to New York on July 21st, next Friday?
#Person1#: Sorry, there is no flight available on July 21st.
#Person2#: That's too bad. What's the earliest flight available?
#Person1#: I can give you a reservation on flight No CZ 387 on July 22nd.
#Person2#: What about the fight schedule?
#Person1#: It departs at 12:10 and arrives at 15:10 next day.
#Person2#: Is it a non-stop flight?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Sounds good. I'd like to take this flight.
#Person1#: Would you prefer first class or economy class?
#Person2#: Economy class.
#Person1#: And your name, please?
#Person2#: Edward Smith.
#Person1#: Mr. Smith, you can get things fixed through our agencies in Guangzhou. Do remember to bring your passport with you.
#Person2#: Yes, many thanks. Goodbye.
#Person1#: Bye.
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Edward Smith wants to book a flight to New York on July 21st but it isn't available, so he takes another flight on July 22nd.
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train_2017
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#Person1#: What is my prime responsibility in daily work?
#Person2#: Your main job is serving the clients and giving them what they want.
#Person1#: What other things do I need to know?
#Person2#: You'd spend 30 % of your time on the computer. You may be bored with a job like that.
#Person1#: No problem. I am used to it.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1#'s main job is serving the clients and spending much time on the computer. #Person1#'s used to it.
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train_2018
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#Person1#: Hi, Bob, everything okay?
#Person2#: More or less. There's just one thing bothering me.
#Person1#: Oh? What's that?
#Person2#: Well, you know I have some students studying for their master's degree. One of them tried to give me a gift that kinda made me uneasy.
#Person1#: What gift?
#Person2#: It's an Egyptian carpet. The student came to my office the other day and brought the carpet to show his gratitude. Seeing what gift was, I was really uncomfortable. I mean it's too expensive a gift for a student to give a professor. I don't think I've done anything to deserve that gift, so I refused it.
#Person1#: You refused the gift? That's terrible.
#Person2#: I know, but I really can't accept such an expensive gift. I explained to him why, but he seemed really upset about it. I think he might have taken it the wrong way.
#Person1#: Perhaps. He probably thinks you considered the gift a bribe for a higher grade.
#Person2#: That's what I am worried about. I do understand the respect attached with the gift and I am honored. But I really don't think it's proper for a student to spend a fortune on a gift for a professor. I think we need to have a talk to make sure we are on the same page.
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Bob tells #Person1# a student tried to give him an Egyptian carpet. He thought it was too expensive and refused it, but he's worried that the student might have taken it the wrong way.
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train_2019
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#Person1#: Let's go practice your driving.
#Person2#: If that's what you want to do, then we can.
#Person1#: Did you buckle your seatbelt?
#Person2#: I'm buckled up. What's next?
#Person1#: You need to start the car now.
#Person2#: What do you want me to do?
#Person1#: Go left.
#Person2#: How far should I go?
#Person1#: I'll let you know when I want you to stop.
#Person2#: Tell me before you want me to stop.
#Person1#: All right, try parking here.
#Person2#: Thanks. Let's go driving again tomorrow.
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#Person1# advises #Person2# to practice driving and gives instructions during the practice.
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train_2020
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#Person1#: Hi! Is that the new laptop you brought last week? It looks very nice.
#Person2#: Yes, it is. Thanks. I ' m just surfing on the internet.
#Person1#: Here? In this cafe? How can you do that?
#Person2#: This cafe offers a wireless internet connection. That means I can get on the net for free while I ' m here. Of course, I have to buy a cup of coffee!
#Person1#: That ' s great. Can you do it anywhere?
#Person2#: No. you can only do it when the cafe offers a wireless connection. There are only about 10 or 12 places that offer it in this city.
#Person1#: So, what programs do you have on your laptop?
#Person2#: I ' Ve got all the usual ones for word processing and then I have a few for creating and editing photographs.
#Person1#: I know you are keen on photography. It ' s very useful for you to be able to download photos from your digital camera. Then you attach the picture files to emails and send them to anyone, anywhere, at a
#Person2#: It ' s wonderful, isn ' t it? Would you like to see some photos that I took recently?
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#Person2#'s surfing on the internet with #Person2#'s new laptop through a wireless internet connection offered by the cafe. #Person2# tells #Person1# what programs #Person2# has and invites #Person1# to see some photos #Person2# took recently.
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train_2021
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#Person1#: Good morning, sir. Can I see your boarding pass, please?
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Excuse me, sir. This is your passport.
#Person2#: Really? Ugh. . . Is there any difference?
#Person1#: Yes. As a matter of fact, you can't board the plane without boarding pass.
#Person2#: Gee. I must have left it in my hotel room.
#Person1#: I'm sorry sir. I can't let you pass.
#Person2#: But when does the plane take off?
#Person1#: Ugh, in about thirty minutes, sir.
#Person2#: Oh, my God! What do I do now? Bone head, bone head, bone head ( He smashes his head with his hand. ).
#Person1#: Calm down, sir. You are creating a commotion.
#Person2#: ( The speaker in the airport says, 'Mr. Benjamin, we now have a boarding pass by the name of Benjamin at Lost and Found. ') Is that me?
#Person1#: Could be.
#Person2#: Oh, thank God. Thank you, I'll be right back.
#Person1#: ( Benjamin starts to run and then he seems to remember something and returns. ) Ugh, excuse me, where is the Lost and Found?
#Person2#: It's down in the lobby. Turn left at exit B.
#Person1#: Thank you, thank you, thanks again.
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#Person1# can't let Benjamin board the plane without his boarding pass. Benjamin thinks he left it in the hotel room and blames himself, then the speaker in the airport announces that there is a boarding pass by the name of Benjamin at Lost and Found. Benjamin will go to have a look.
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train_2022
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#Person1#: Good! There's the information desk. How do we get to the 70th Street, please?
#Person2#: The Northern Line is what you want.
#Person1#: How much is it?
#Person2#: It's two yuan.
#Person1#: Which way do we go for the Northern Line?
#Person2#: Just go through the No. 8 ticket-barrier over there. A train will be in directly.
#Person1#: I appreciate it. Thank you.
#Person2#: That's all right.
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#Person1# asks #Person2# for directions to the 70th Street.
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train_2023
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#Person1#: Vince. We're both busy, so I'm not going to beat around the bush. I need a raise.
#Person2#: I can't do that, Zina. You know I can't.
#Person1#: Bull. I're done my research. I know you still control more than 65 percent of invoking options.
#Person2#: Who told you that?
#Person1#: That doesn't matter. I want at least 4 percent.
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Zina needs a raise. Vince can't do that, but Zina insists.
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train_2024
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#Person1#: How is your business on the Internet, Steven?
#Person2#: Don't mention it. I lost a bunch of money on it this year. I think it is on the brink of bankruptcy.
#Person1#: I am sorry to hear that. It shows that you should buy companies, not ideas.
#Person2#: I changed my strategy around too. I am investing in good companies now.
#Person1#: Yes, I agree with you. I am going to find a good company and invest in it soon.
#Person2#: It's a good idea. But please be careful when you invest this time.
#Person1#: Yes, I will. I should learn more from you. After all I am green hand on it.
#Person2#: If you have any question, you can ask me.
#Person1#: OK. My wife sent me a message and asked me to go home just now. I am leaving.
#Person2#: All right. Let's chat next time. Bye-bye.
#Person1#: Bye.
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Steven lost much money on Internet business so he's now investing in good companies. #Person1# wants to invest too but #Person1# is green hand on investment. Steven's willing to help.
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train_2025
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#Person1#: Wow! What happened to you? You look sad.
#Person2#: I just lost my job. My boss just told me.
#Person1#: That's unbelievable. Why did this happen?
#Person2#: I don't understand of myself. It seems they have to save money.
#Person1#: I cant't believe it. You've worked here for years.
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#Person1#'s astonished that #Person2# lost #Person2#'s job.
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train_2026
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#Person1#: what a nice garden! Look at these tulips!
#Person2#: that would be a good shot. Can you take my picture here, dear? Please try to get the garden in the frame as well.
#Person1#: all right. Would you please stand closer to the flower bed? Good. Smile. Say ' cheese '. OK, got you. That's terrific.
#Person2#: thanks. Could you take one more from this angle?
#Person1#: no problem.
#Person2#: now let's have one together.
#Person1#: do you know how to set the timer?
#Person2#: let me see. . . set the timer first and push the button, oh, come here.
#Person1#: OK, let's have a try.
#Person2#: cheese. . .
#Person1#: did it come out?
#Person2#: yes, but it's blurred and a little dark.
#Person1#: never mind. Let's go to the falls and try again.
#Person2#: Ok, let's go.
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#Person1# takes several pictures for #Person2# in the garden. They take a picture together by setting the timer but it isn't ideal, so they'll go to the falls and try again.
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train_2027
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#Person1#: This is the good life! We have it good don't you think?
#Person2#: Yeah of course! Although, don't you ever wonder what could have been?
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Well, sometimes I think of how things could have turned out if I had done things a little differently.
#Person1#: For example?
#Person2#: Like for example, if I hadn't studied architecture, I would have become an artist like I wanted to.
#Person1#: I see. Yeah now that I think of it, I wouldn't have gotten married if I hadn't moved to this town and met Sally.
#Person2#: You see! Everything happens for a reason! We wouldn't even have met if I hadn't been in that car accident ten years ago!
#Person1#: Well, I have no regrets!
#Person2#: I'll drink to that!
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#Person1# and #Person2# talk about how their life would be if they had done things differently. They are content with their current life.
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train_2028
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#Person1#: So how long do you plan to live here?
#Person2#: We'd like to sign a year-long contract, if that's OK.
#Person1#: Fine by me. Do you know how to read this kind of contract?
#Person2#: Yes. We've signed them before. We even brought our chops.
#Person1#: Great. When in Rome, you guys know what to do.
#Person2#: We'll sign our signatures, too. And give you our passport numbers along with our ARC numbers.
#Person1#: That about does it. See you in a week.
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#Person2# will sign a one-year contract and tells #Person1# they know how to read the contract.
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train_2029
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#Person1#: Jodi, I must get a hold of Jim today, but I forgot his address and phone number.
#Person2#: Don't worry about it. I have his pager number right here.
#Person1#: Really? You'Ve helped me a lot. Thank you.
#Person2#: Forget it. It's nothing.
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Jodi tells #Person1# Jim's pager number. #Person1#'s grateful.
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train_2030
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#Person1#: Why are you handing me a plastic cup?
#Person2#: Your doctor wants to test your urine and needs a sample.
#Person1#: How am I supposed to do that?
#Person2#: We need you to urinate like you normally would, and then stop and finish into the cup.
#Person1#: What am I supposed to do with the cup when I am done?
#Person2#: Leave the cup in the cubby in the restroom. Just close the cubby door and walk away.
#Person1#: What kind of test is this?
#Person2#: He wants to know if you have bacteria in your urine, which could signal an infection.
#Person1#: How long will it take to get the results?
#Person2#: We will send your doctor the results, and he will contact you.
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#Person2# needs to test #Person1#'s urine to know if there's bacteria and tells #Person1# how to do collect a urine sample.
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train_2031
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#Person1#: Excuse me, what do you want for this bag?
#Person2#: Let me see. That one goes for $ 17.
#Person1#: Would you take $ 12?
#Person2#: No, I can't give it to you, let you have it for 12. How about 14?
#Person1#: 13. 50?
#Person2#: Sorry, $ 14 is the lowest I can go.
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#Person1# bargains with #Person2# for a bag.
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train_2032
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#Person1#: That's right. Once the contract with Stars. com is final, we'll deal with Zina.
#Person2#: I can't wait to see the expression on her face when we dump her.
#Person1#: Don't jump the gun. She's in the driver's seat right now. You have to be patient.
#Person2#: Don't worry. I'm patient, but vengeance will be mine.
#Person1#: Settle down, Elvin. If you're not careful, you'll give our plan away. Zina's smart, you know.
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Elvin and #Person2# plan to deal with Zina to revenge on her. #Person2# asks Elvin to be patient.
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train_2033
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#Person1#: You look upset, is there anything wrong?
#Person2#: Yes, to tell you the truth, there is.
#Person1#: What is it?
#Person2#: Well, I've lost my wallet and my ID card.
#Person1#: Oh, that's too bad! I am sorry to hear that!
#Person2#: Forget it, there is no use crying over the spilled milk.
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#Person2# lost #Person2#'s wallet and ID card. #Person1# feels sorry.
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train_2034
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#Person1#: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Good morning. I have a reservation for a single room with a bath here.
#Person1#: May I have your name, please?
#Person2#: John Bradley.
#Person1#: Just a moment, sir, while I look through our list. Yes, we do have a reservation for you, Mr. Bradley. Would you please fill out this form while I prepare your key card for you?
#Person2#: Yes, can I borrow your pen for a minute please?
#Person1#: Sure. Here you are.
#Person2#: What should I fill in under the room number?
#Person1#: You can just skip that. I will put in the room number for you later on.
#Person2#: Here you are. I think I have filled out everything correctly.
#Person1#: Let me see, name, address, nationality, forwarding address, passport number, place of issue, signature and date of departure. Oh, here sir. You forgot to put that date of your departure. Here let me fill it in for you. Are you leaving in. . . ?
#Person2#: Oct 24th.
#Person1#: Now everything is in order. Mr. Bradley, your room number is 6020. It is on the sixth floor and the daily rate is 90 dollars per night. Here is your key card with all the information on your booking, the hotel services and the hotel rules and regulations on it. Please make sure that you have it with you all the time. You need to show it when you sign in for your meals and drinks in the restaurants and the bars. You also need to show it when you collect your key from the information desk.
#Person2#: Ok, I will take good care of it.
#Person1#: And now if you are ready Mr. Bradley, I will call the bellboy and he will take you to your room.
#Person2#: Yes, I am ready. Thank you.
#Person1#: I hope you enjoy your stay with us.
#Person2#: I will try.
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John Bradley has a reservation at #Person1#'s hotel. #Person1# asks him to fill out the form and prepares his key card, which John needs to have with him all the time. #Person1# will call the bellboy to take John to his room.
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train_2035
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#Person1#: What's wrong, Jerry? You look so upset.
#Person2#: To be honest, I was just dumped.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. You can go on a holiday cheer you up.
#Person2#: No, thanks. I'm not in the mood for traveling.
#Person1#: Come on. A trip will do you good. Are you doing anything this weekend?
#Person2#: I was planning on doing a lot of wallowing.
#Person1#: Well, my friends and I are planning on going to Shangri-La on Saturday. Do you want to come with us?
#Person2#: Where is that?
#Person1#: Not very far from here. We'll fly. It's about one and a half hours.
#Person2#: What's there to see?
#Person1#: There is a large canyon, vast grasslands, ancient forests and mountain lakes.
#Person2#: Oh, sounds nice.
#Person1#: Yes, the scenery there is breathtaking. I have some pictures at home. You can come over and take a look if you like
#Person2#: Ok. Then I can make up my mind.
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Jerry looks upset because he was dumped. #Person1# suggests going to Shangri-La with #Person1# and #Person1#'s friends. Jerry's interested and will decide after looking at the pictures.
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train_2036
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#Person1#: No, it hasn't. It's very dirty.
#Person2#: Someone ought to clean it today.
#Person1#: Mark should clean it. It's his turn.
#Person2#: No, he cleaned it last time. It's your turn.
#Person1#: No, it isn't. You always clean it after Mark.
#Person2#: Oh dear, is it really my turn? In that case, I'll clean tomorrow.
#Person1#: Clean it now. Only lazy people say they'll work tomorrow.
#Person2#: Then I'll clean it the day after tomorrow.
#Person1#: You are lazy. You ought to be ashamed? You should enjoy working.
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#Person1# points out that it's #Person2#'s turn to clean, but #Person2# doesn't want to do it today.
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train_2037
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#Person1#: What a great weekend that was!
#Person2#: My feeling's exactly.
#Person1#: I really enjoy the beach in the summer.
#Person2#: I couldn't agree with you more.
#Person1#: We should come here more often.
#Person2#: You are absolutely right.
#Person1#: I'd like to come back next weekend.
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#Person1# and #Person2# are enjoying the beach and they're both hilarious.
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train_2038
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#Person1#: What do you think about the apartment so far?
#Person2#: It is beautiful.
#Person1#: You don't have any problems with how it looks?
#Person2#: Actually, there is a problem.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: There are some stains that were left in the carpet.
#Person1#: Those stains will be cleaned out of the carpet before you move in.
#Person2#: Oh, is that right?
#Person1#: Yes. Now what other problems do you have?
#Person2#: That was the only problem that I saw.
#Person1#: Well, I'm glad that everything else is to your liking.
#Person2#: I honestly love it.
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#Person2#'s satisfied with the apartment except for some stains on the carpet. #Person1# assures #Person2# they'll be cleaned before #Person2# moves in.
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train_2039
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#Person1#: Honey, I think I need to go see the doctor.
#Person2#: Ah! You're bleeding all over! What happened?
#Person1#: I was working in the garage and cut myself with my saw.
#Person2#: Here, use this rag to apply pressure to the cut. Does it hurt?
#Person1#: No, not really, there's just a lot of blood.
#Person2#: You may just need stitches. I think they can handle this at the clinic instead of the ER. Let me make a quick phone call.
#Person1#: I'm going to go sit in the car while I still have the stomach to walk.
#Person2#: Oh, sorry! I forgot you get queasy with the sight of blood. I'll be right there.
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#Person1# is bleeding because #Person1# was cut by a saw. #Person2# will take #Person1# to the clinic.
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train_2040
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#Person1#: Excuse me, is there a Post Office around here?
#Person2#: Yes. There's one on the corner of 23th street.
#Person1#: How do I get there from here?
#Person2#: Just walk north for 3 blocks. It's next to the Mexico restaurant.
#Person1#: How far is that?
#Person2#: Oh, very close. Maybe 5 minutes walk.
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#Person1# asks #Person2# for directions to the Post Office.
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train_2041
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#Person1#: I need to make some money so that I can take a trip to the north in February. Do you know any ways of making money?
#Person2#: How about delivering papers?
#Person1#: I already thought of that, but I don't have a bike.
#Person2#: How about walking dogs?
#Person1#: What? Walking dogs?
#Person2#: Yeah, you know, there are lots of people around here with little dogs. The dogs have to be walked every day. That's good for their health.
#Person1#: I don't know. How much can I make?
#Person2#: More than carrying papers.
#Person1#: Well, I do like animals. How do you go about finding dogs to walk?
#Person2#: Put an advertisement in the Sunday newspaper.
#Person1#: And how much is an ad?
#Person2#: An ad is under ten dollars, I'm sure. You can try for two dollars for half an hour--that would be ten dollars for five times a week. You can walk three or four dogs every day after school, you can get rich.
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#Person1# wants to make money. #Person2# advises #Person1# to walk dogs and tells #Person1# to put an advertisement in the newspaper to find dogs to walk.
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train_2042
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#Person1#: Look, Jenny. I don't understand what's going on. You said your sister was arriving at 7:30. It's 8:30 now.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, Mike. I don't understand either. Here's Helena's telegram. Have a look at it.
#Person1#: Arriving Heathrow Tuesday 19:30. Can't wait to see you. Can't wait to see you. Hmmm. I can't wait to see her. Jenny, where's she coming from? What airline is she traveling on? What's the flight number?
#Person2#: I don't know, do I? This telegram is the only information I have.
#Person1#: Never mind, Jenny. Let's have a coffee. We can sit down and think about the best thing to do.
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Jenny and Mike are waiting for Jenny's sister Helena at the airport but she doesn't show up. They read her telegram again and decide to think about solutions.
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train_2043
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#Person1#: The bus was supposed to arrive at 9:00 and it's already 15 minutes late. If it doesn't come soon, I'll be late for my date.
#Person2#: Yes, I have a meeting at 10:00 and I can't afford to miss it.
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The bus hasn't arrived. #Person1# and #Person2# will be late.
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train_2044
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#Person1#: Do you want to go to the movies tonight?
#Person2#: I can't. I have to review my lessons.
#Person1#: Are you having a test tomorrow?
#Person2#: Yes. We're having our mid-term exam.
#Person1#: I wish you good luck.
#Person2#: Thanks. But I'm a little nervous.
#Person1#: Nervous? You used to study very well.
#Person2#: But I haven't studied for a long time.
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#Person1# invites #Person2# to the movies but #Person2# needs to study for the test.
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train_2045
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#Person1#: Paulanar Restaurant. Head waiter. Good morning.
#Person2#: I'd like to book a table for two.
#Person1#: And is that for today, Madam?
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: At what time, Madam?
#Person2#: Oh, about three o'clock, I suppose.
#Person1#: I'm afraid we only serve lunch till 3 p.m., Madam.
#Person2#: Oh, well, two o'clock then, and it must be by a window.
#Person1#: Very good, and your name, please?
#Person2#: White. Linda White.
#Person1#: Very good, Mrs. White. A table for two at 2 p.m. today.
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Linda White books a table for two at Paulanar Restaurant at 2 p.m. today with #Person1#'s help.
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train_2046
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#Person1#: Hi Randall. [ Hi ] Come on in.
#Person2#: Uh, yeah, I stopped by to see if you were still looking for a roommate to share your house.
#Person1#: Yeap. I sure am. Ever since I cut back on my working hours to go to school, I've been really strapped for cash.
#Person2#: Oh.
#Person1#: Hey, let me show you the place. Uh, here's the living room.
#Person2#: Oh. It looks like you could use a new carpet ... and those stains?
#Person1#: Well. I've had a few problems with some former roommates. I know it needs to be cleaned, but I just don't have the money to do it right now.
#Person2#: Oh. And what about the kitchen?
#Person1#: Right this way. Look. It's completely furnished with all the latest appliances, except ...
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: Well, the refrigerator door is broken ... a little bit ... and it won't shut all the way. It needs fixing, but don't worry. I've just improvised by pushing a box against it to keep it shut.
#Person2#: Hmm. Great.
#Person1#: Ah. It isn't that bad.
#Person2#: Well how about the bathroom?
#Person1#: Well ...
#Person2#: No, no. Don't tell me. The toilet is clogged or the sink has a few leaks.
#Person1#: No, those work fine, but, uh, the tile in the shower needs to be replaced, and the window needs fixing.
#Person2#: Let me see. The tile ... what? The window? Where's the window pane?
#Person1#: Well, that's another slight problem. I've put up a piece of cardboard to keep out the [ Hmmm ] rain and snow, and if it gets a little cold, you can always turn up the heat. Well, you used to until the central heating went out. [Oh boy.]
#Person2#: Hey, I think I've seen enough. I can't believe you've survived under these conditions.
#Person1#: So what do you think? You really can't beat a place like this for $450 a month. So it has a few problems, but we can fix those.
#Person2#: Uh, no thank you. I think I've seen enough.
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Randall stopped by to see if #Person1# is still looking for a roommate. #Person1# shows Randall the place but the house has many problems, so Randall won't rent the room even though #Person1# offers a low price.
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train_2047
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#Person1#: What seems to be the matter?
#Person2#: I just can't sleep well, doctor.
#Person1#: I see. And how long have you had this problem?
#Person2#: Oh, for about two weeks now.
#Person1#: Two weeks. Do you have headaches?
#Person2#: Sometimes.
#Person1#: Fever?
#Person2#: No.
#Person1#: Are you having any family problems?
#Person2#: No, not really. We all get along pretty well.
#Person1#: And how about work?
#Person2#: Well, I've been working a lot lately... more than 11 hours a day.
#Person1#: Maybe you should take a vacation and just rest for a few days.
#Person2#: Well, I can't right now. We're in the middle of some important business.
#Person1#: Yes, I understand, but you really need to slow down. You're going to kill yourself if you go on like this.
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#Person2# can't sleep well for about two weeks and sometimes has headaches. #Person1# thinks it's because of overworking and suggests some rest.
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train_2048
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#Person1#: Senator Kirk, if you are elected again, what do you plan to do?
#Person2#: Well, first, I plan to create more jobs. My office will work hard to make our state a good place for businesses. Businesses will hire more people, and more people will be able to work and feed their families here.
#Person1#: What do you think about the environment?
#Person2#: I am a strong supporter of protecting the environment. I think that we need to build more trains. We need more people to ride their bikes. We need to protect the air. Everybody needs clean air, and when I am elected Senator, I will make sure we protect the earth.
#Person1#: In 2009, you voted to let factories put their garbage into the river. Is that correct?
#Person2#: No! That's not correct. I never voted to let factories put their garbage in the river. You have your facts wrong. I am a strong supporter of business, but I am an even stronger supporter of the environment.
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Senator Kirk tells #Person1# he will create more jobs and help protect the earth if elected again, and he denies he had voted to let factories put their garbage into the river.
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train_2049
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#Person1#: Hey, Jessica, there is a new fun test in the paper. I love to fill these things out.
#Person2#: What's this one about?
#Person1#: It's about health.
#Person2#: OK. Read it to me. I'll keep score.
#Person1#: OK. No. 1: Do you smoke more than ten cigarettes a day?
#Person2#: That's easy. I gave up smoking three years ago.
#Person1#: Right. You know, I should too.
#Person2#: Yeah, I've heard that before.
#Person1#: No, No, really. I'm going to. But for now I'd have to say, yes. OK. No. 2: Do you have a check-up at your doctor's office at least once a year?
#Person2#: Yeah, the company makes us go to the doctor every year. How about you?
#Person1#: Well, I went to the doctor...let's see...about three years ago.
#Person2#: You should go more often.
#Person1#: Well, let's move on to No. 7: Do you work more than ten hours a day?
#Person2#: No, but you've been working a lot lately.
#Person1#: I'm really tired. I should work a lot less. But we've been busy though.
#Person2#: You really should slow down.
#Person1#: It's not that easy. Last question: Do you worry a lot in your life?
#Person2#: Worry a lot? Yeah. I guess I'd have to say yes. I should rest more.
#Person1#: I definitely should rest more. You know what? It's surprising I'm not dead already.
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#Person1# reads a test about health to Jessica. Jessica gave up smoking, goes to the doctor every year, and doesn't work overtime, but #Person1# smokes, seldom goes to the doctor, and is quite busy. They both worry a lot in life and they should rest more.
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train_2050
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#Person1#: There will be a party at my new house this Saturday. Would you like to come?
#Person2#: That sounds good, but I have French class in the morning and dance class in the afternoon.
#Person1#: That's OK. The party is to start in the evening, and you can come after the dance class.
#Person2#: Great! Should I bring something?
#Person1#: Yes, it's a potluck party, so you should prepare something to eat.
#Person2#: No problem. A roast turkey, salad, or pudding... I was wondering which to prepare.
#Person1#: Anything will be fine.
#Person2#: I think I'm good at pudding. I'll make banana-flavored pudding for you.
#Person1#: Nice. See you then.
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#Person1# invites #Person2# to a party. #Person2# will make a pudding and bring it to the party.
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train_2051
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#Person1#: What shall we do this weekend?
#Person2#: Did you have something special in mind?
#Person1#: No, not really. I just thought it might be fun to do something new.
#Person2#: Doing something for a change, you mean?
#Person1#: Yes, something different. I need a change.
#Person2#: I usually go shopping and have my hair done during the weekend and you usually watch the football games on TV.
#Person1#: Yes, you often have tea with your friends. And I sometimes play cards with my friends. We seldom do anything together. It's quite unlike when we were first married.
#Person2#: Now I've got an idea. Autumn is the best season in Beijing. Why don't we go for a picnic this weekend? You'll invite your friends and I'll invite mine. We'll go together.
#Person1#: Good idea! I'd see about the car and you'll prepare the food. But are you sure you really want all our friends to come along?
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#Person1# and #Person2# want to do something for a change this weekend. #Person2# suggests going for a picnic with their friends. #Person1# agrees.
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train_2052
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#Person1#: Tell me about yourself and your past experience.
#Person2#: For the past 3 years, I have been working in China East Airlines Corporation Limited. I'm very tolerant of people and have been told that this is one of my strengths. I feel I have a lot to offer as a team member.
#Person1#: Why are you interested in this occupation?
#Person2#: It's always been my dream to be a stewardess. And I like travelling to different places.
#Person1#: What do you think is the chief charcteristic for a stewardess?
#Person2#: Well, a stewardess should be friendly, courteous, patient and treat passengers kindly and politely.
#Person1#: Do you get angry easily?
#Person2#: No, I know how to control my temper.
#Person1#: If a passenger had a accident, what would you do?
#Person2#: I would give him or her basic first aid and ask my partner to call for assistance at the same time.
#Person1#: If you are hired, when can you start work?
#Person2#: I can begin to work right away because I am out of work now.
#Person1#: What are your salary expectations?
#Person2#: I really need more information about the job before we start to discuss salary. I'd like to postpone that discussion until later. Maybe you could tell me what is budgeted for the position and how your commission structure works.
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#Person1# interviews #Person2#. #Person2# tells #Person1# about herself and her past experience. #Person2# shows her professionalism as a stewardess and then talks about salary expectation with #Person1#.
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train_2053
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#Person1#: What is life?
#Person2#: Don't ask such a question. You know it has no certain answer. Everyone knows it is in his heart.
#Person1#: Then do you think that life is arranged by something above us.
#Person2#: Maybe, the whirligig of time, who knows?
#Person1#: Right.
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#Person1# and #Person2# talk about life.
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train_2054
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#Person1#: What time is our connecting flight?
#Person2#: Let me check. Oh, oh!It's at 3:25.
#Person1#: Wow, that's cutting it close! That means we only have 25 minutes to make the connection! What gate is it at?
#Person2#: It's at... gate 14.
#Person1#: Oh, great! That's at the other end of the terminal!
#Person2#: OK, so here's the plan; When we land, run to gate 14!
#Person1#: I'm be right behind ya!
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#Person1# and #Person2# are rushing to catch their connecting flight.
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train_2055
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#Person1#: Happy birthday, Ms. Lin. Here is a present for you.
#Person2#: Oh, thank you! It's very kind of you. Ah, it is a porcelain vase.
#Person1#: I hope you like it.
#Person2#: Yes, it is lovely. I have been expecting something like this for a long time. Thanks ever so much.
#Person1#: I am glad you like it.
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#Person1# gives Ms. Lin a porcelain vase for her birthday and Ms. Lin likes it.
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train_2056
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#Person1#: Linda, John and I are going to get married next week.
#Person2#: That's wonderful. Congratulations.
#Person1#: Thank you, Linda. We would love you to come to our wedding.
#Person2#: I'd love to. What date is it?
#Person1#: It's May 1st.
#Person2#: What day is that?
#Person1#: It's Saturday. Could you make the time?
#Person2#: Yes, sure. What time will the wedding begin?
#Person1#: At nine sharp.
#Person2#: Very good! I'm looking forward to it. Please give my best regards to John. And I wish you best luck!
#Person1#: Thanks.
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#Person1# invites Linda to #Person1#'s wedding. Linda accepts the invitation and congratulates them.
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train_2057
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#Person1#: hi, Bob, I am so glad that you came.
#Person2#: of course I'd come. I couldn't think of a better chance to see all my old friends.
#Person1#: yeah. It's hard to believe that it's been ten years since graduation. It feels just yesterday we collected our diplomas.
#Person2#: how time flies. But hey, how are things going with you?
#Person1#: oh, where to start? There have been ups and downs. I'm still trying to find my place in this world. It's only recently that I've been ablt to start settling down. How about you? You still with Jenn
#Person2#: yeah, Jenny and I got married right after graduation. It was tough the first years trying to make ends meet. I was supporting us both while she continued her studies. But now things are getting better
#Person1#: oh, that sounds wonderful. I have always known you two would make it. I hope I can keep in better contact with you guys. I don't want us to drift apart again.
#Person2#: definitely! Actually, we just moved into a new place. There's a house-warming party this Saturday, if you are free? I know Jenny would love to see you again and it should be a good party.
#Person1#: sounds great! I'll be there.
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#Person1# and Bob haven't met each other since their graduation ten years ago. They each talk about their current life. Bob then invites #Person1# to their house-warming party.
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train_2058
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#Person1#: It will do you good to go out for entertainment at weekends. What kind of movie do you like best?
#Person2#: It's hard to say, I like interesting and significant ones. I don't care whether they're blockbusters or not.
#Person1#: Shall we go downtown for a movie this Friday evening?
#Person2#: Very good, What's on?
#Person1#: I'm not sure. Let me give a call to find out.
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#Person2# likes interesting and significant movies. #Person1# invites #Person2# to a movie this Friday evening.
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