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train_2359
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#Person1#: Hey, buddy. Are the fish biting today?
#Person2#: They sure are. They are practically jumping in the boat.
#Person1#: Is that so? Well, what kind of bait are you using?
#Person2#: We're catching most of our fish with lures.
#Person1#: Lures? We're using live bait over here.
#Person2#: What kind of live bait are you using? Worms or minnows?
#Person1#: We're using worms.
#Person2#: Are you having any luck with the worms?
#Person1#: No, we haven't even gotten a nibble today.
#Person2#: That's too bad. Why don't you try using lures instead?
#Person1#: I would, but I don't have any in my tackle box.
#Person2#: That's too bad. Well, where are you fishing?
#Person1#: I'm just fishing from the shore. How about you?
#Person2#: We went out in our boat. I have a favorite fishing hole out there.
#Person1#: Sweet. Can you tell me where it is?
#Person2#: Oh no, I can't tell you. It's a secret. Say, why don't you go over by the lily pads and try fishing there?
#Person1#: Do you think that's a good spot?
#Person2#: Sure, I used to catch my legal limit of bass there all the time.
#Person1#: Thanks. I think I'll go check that out now.
#Person2#: Good luck. I hope you each some fish.
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#Person2# catches fish with lures and #Person1# uses worms, but #Person1# hasn't got any fish, so #Person1# asks #Person2# about the location for fishing. #Person2# advises #Person1# to try fishing by the lily pads.
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train_2360
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#Person1#: Would you like to go skating with me this afternoon?
#Person2#: Oh, I'd love to. But we're going to clean our dormitory. I can't be absent.
#Person1#: Maybe another time. People say that boys'dormitories are in a mess, is it true?
#Person2#: In fact, our dormitory is much worse than they can be described.
#Person1#: It's hard for me to imagine. How can you stand that?
#Person2#: You'll get used to it gradually.
#Person1#: Oh my God, don't you know that such living environment is not healthy?
#Person2#: Yes, we do. That's why we have a cleaning every three months.
#Person1#: Three months? Incredible!
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#Person2# tells #Person1# that it is time for cleaning their dormitories because they are in a mess and they clean it every three months.
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train_2361
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#Person1#: So, tell me about you new house. How is it different to your old one?
#Person2#: Well, first of all, it's much bigger. It has the same number of rooms, but each room is larger. We also have a larger garden, which our dog loves, of course!
#Person1#: So, it's a three-bedrooms detached house?
#Person2#: Yes. One bedroom is for my wife and I. there's another for our daughter. My wife wants to use the third one as a guest room, but I'd like to make it into a study. Our daughter is also keen on making it a study, so that's probably what will happen.
#Person1#: What's the kitchen like? I know both you and your wife like to cook.
#Person2#: That's one of the main reason we chose that particular house. The kitchen and dining room are together. It's really large.
#Person1#: Are the rooms nice and bright?
#Person2#: Yes, they are. That's very important to us. We like to live in a home with plenty of natural light. Each room has large windows.
#Person1#: Do you have a balcony?
#Person2#: No, we don't. We wish we had one. That's the only thing we wanted, but don't have. The area is very nice and the neighbours seem friendly.
#Person1#: You're right on the edge of the city, aren't you? There can't be much noise or traffic there. Is it easy to get into city centre?
#Person2#: It's a very quiet neighbourhood. There's some traffic, but not much. It's not very difficult to get to the city centre, but you must remember to turn left and right at the right places or you'll get lost. So when are you going to drop by?
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#Person2# tells #Person1# that his new house has the same number of rooms with three-bedrooms, a kitchen, and a dining room but is much bigger than the previous one. #Person2# tells that there is no balcony and the house is on the edge of the city.
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train_2362
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#Person1#: Good afternoon, may I help you?
#Person2#: I have booked a table for 3 this evening. I would like to cancel it.
#Person1#: May I have your name, please?
#Person2#: Sure. Brown, Mike Brown. and we have reserved a table next to the door.
#Person1#: Yes, I see. We will cancel your order.
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#Person2# helps Brown cancel the reservation because Brown has reserved another table.
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train_2363
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#Person1#: Is that Mr. Green?
#Person2#: This is him speaking.
#Person1#: I am calling to inform you that we're happy to have you with us. Welcome aboard, I'm sure your friend would have given you a lot of information of our school and its motto, ways of teaching, etc.
#Person2#: Yes. I am very glad to have the chance.
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#Person2# informs Mr. Green that Mr. Green can join them.
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train_2364
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#Person1#: I'm thirsty. Pull over to that store, I'll buy some drinks.
#Person2#: I'm afraid I can't. Parking is not allowed here.
#Person1#: Oh, that's too bad. Where can you park around here?
#Person2#: There is a square in front of us, we can park the car there.
#Person1#: Is a shop there?
#Person2#: I'm not sure, you know I'm not familiar with the city, too.
#Person1#: Just stop here for a moment. The police will not notice.
#Person2#: No, that's too risky.
#Person1#: All right. Let's go to the square to have a look.
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#Person1# asks #Person2# to park the car and buy some drinks. #Person2# disagrees because parking is not allowed and it is too risky.
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train_2365
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#Person1#: Doctor, I slipped and fell on my way to school. The ground is so slippery from the snow. It seems I can't move my left arm now.
#Person2#: Let me see. Roll up your sleeve, please. Um. . . it's swollen and red here. I'm afraid we'll need to take an X-ray to see if it's broken.
#Person1#: What if it's broken?
#Person2#: Then we'll put you in a cast.
#Person1#: What do you mean by a cast?
#Person2#: Well, we apply tape and plaster to from a solid enclosure to protect the bones from moving. In this way they will heal properly. Take it easy. It won't hurt you. Let me see. The X-ray picture indicates that your humerus is broken in two places. And you'll have to wear the cast for three weeks. You'll need to come back in two weeks, so I can have another look.
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The doctor asks #Person1# to take an X-ray and the doctor puts #Person1# in a cast because the X-ray picture shows that #Person1#'s humerus is broken.
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train_2366
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#Person1#: Let's go to the cinema by bus.
#Person2#: Better take the subway. It's far quicker and more convenient.
#Person1#: OK, it will be a new experience for me.
#Person2#: We have a rather comprehensive subway system here. You can get almost anywhere rather quickly on a subway, especially at this time of day when the traffic is heavy.
#Person1#: Where do we pay the fare?
#Person2#: Just give the man sitting there three yuan and he'll give you a ticket.
#Person1#: Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains?
#Person2#: No, you don't have to. Here comes the train. Be careful! Subway doors open and close automatically.
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#Person2# suggests #Person1# taking the subway because it's quicker and more convenient than taking the bus. Then #Person2# tells #Person1# about the fare of the subway.
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train_2367
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#Person1#: Consumer Credit Department. How may I help you?
#Person2#: I need some info on car loans. Such as payment periods, interest rates, things like that, please.
#Person1#: Certainly. Do you currently bank with us?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. I have a Current Account, a credit card and a mortgage with you already.
#Person1#: That's excellent. Well, for our Personal Automobile Consumer Loan we offer some really competitive rates. The maximum repayment period for this type of loan is 5 years.
#Person2#: I plan to repay it within 2 years. And the interest?
#Person1#: Of course, the interest rates depend on what is announced at the time, but at the moment, the interest for a 2 - year loan is 5. 29 %
#Person2#: So the rate is variable? OK, that's fine. How about the frequency of repayment?
#Person1#: We usually set up a direct debit system taking installments directly from your bank account on a monthly basis. And since you are already a valued customer, there should be no trouble in processing you application for this loan.
#Person2#: That's nice and easy. Thanks for your time.
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#Person2# asks Consumer Credit Department about car loans and wants a 2-year loan. #Person1# tells #Person2# the interest of it is 5.29% and the repayment can be done by installment.
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train_2368
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#Person1#: Good morning. Miss Lee. My name is Alex Jones. I'm the new assistant in the office.
#Person2#: Welcome and nice to meet you. I heard you were coming today. Is today your first day here in the company?
#Person1#: Yes, I'm looking forward to meeting everybody and getting started on my new job.
#Person2#: First day is often exciting, isn't it? Here, let me show you to your desk. You can have this computer and telephone and share the copy machine with us in the office. How do you like it?
#Person1#: This is wonderful. Thank you for doing all this for me, Miss Lee.
#Person2#: You are welcome. And, please call me Betty.
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Alex Jones comes to the office as a new assistant and Betty shows Alex to Alex's desk.
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train_2369
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#Person1#: Can you tell me what happened here?
#Person2#: Yes. I had a bad traffic accident. Look, my car looks like a squashed coke can.
#Person1#: Did you see the car before it hit you?
#Person2#: No, I didn't. That car was too fast.
#Person1#: Which lane were you in?
#Person2#: I don't remember.
#Person1#: What was your speed then?
#Person2#: 40 miles per hour.
#Person1#: Which direction were you coming from? And which direction were you going?
#Person2#: Just straight.
#Person1#: OK, please move your vehicle off to the side of the road. We will check on it. Do you feel like you need an ambulance, Miss?
#Person2#: No, I didn't get hurt. Thanks for your concern.
#Person1#: No problem, Miss.
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#Person2# had a bad traffic accident and she tells #Person2# about her driving states like speed and direction before the accident.
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train_2370
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#Person1#: Did you hear about that accident on the 5? There was a sixty-two-car pile up.
#Person2#: No kidding! When did that happen?
#Person1#: Early this morning.
#Person2#: Oh, no.
#Person1#: Yeah. And a semi jack-knifed trying to miss a stalled car in the fast lane. You can imagine what happened after that.
#Person2#: Sixty two cars. Oath. Do they know how many casualties yet?
#Person1#: The count is up to seven right now and several are in critical condition.
#Person2#: That's amazingly low for such a huge accident!
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#Person1# tells #Person2# about the accident that a sixty-two-car piled up and the number of casualties it has caused so far.
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train_2371
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#Person1#: I call this meeting to order. Thank you all in attendance today, I know it's a busy day for you all. We have a lot of material to cover today. Did everyone get an agenda?
#Person2#: I need a copy of the agenda. Also, may I suggest something? I know we have many points to review today, but would it be possible to limit our meeting time to finish before four o'clock? Many of us still have a mountain of work to do before the day's end.
#Person1#: We should be able to finish everything up before then. Let's run through the major points first, and see where we're at. The first matter of business is to approve the minutes of our last meeting.
#Person2#: I propose we accept the minutes.
#Person1#: Good. Do I have a second?
#Person2#: I second.
#Person1#: motion carried. Now, next on our agenda is our budget review. Margaret, can you please fill us in on where the budget review stands?
#Person2#: I gave everyone a copy of the manual last week. We've had the review board going over everything, and they have come up with a final review. Here's a copy for everyone, and if you have any questions, you can talk to me after the meeting. Basically, the budget review has been completed, with maybe a few polishing details left.
#Person1#: What kind of action is required?
#Person2#: If everyone could take a look at the final review handout, if there're any objections or corrections, let me know. Next week, we can cast the final approval.
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#Person1# agrees to finish the meeting before four o'clock and starts by approving the minutes of their last meeting, then #Person1# asks Margaret to talk about the progress of the budget review. They will cast the final approval next week.
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train_2372
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#Person1#: Why are you reading the classifieds? What do you need?
#Person2#: I'm looking for a bookcase, but I don't want to buy a new one.
#Person1#: Are you having any luck?
#Person2#: Not really. There aren't any used bookcases listed. But there are a few rummage sales on Saturday. I think I'll go to them.
#Person1#: Do you mind if I go with you?
#Person2#: Not at all. These private sales are great places to bargain. And sometimes you can find terrific things among all the junk.
#Person1#: I learned to negotiate 9 from my mother. I thought I was pretty good at bargaining, but I had a problem the other day at Kimble's Department Store.
#Person2#: What happened?
#Person1#: I wanted to buy a beautiful wool sweater for my girlfriend. It was priced at forty dollars, so I started by offering the salesclerk thirty.
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#Person2# wants a second-hand bookcase and will go to rummage sales. #Person1# will go with #Person2#, and #Person1# shares his bad experience about bargaining.
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train_2373
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#Person1#: What's for dinner?
#Person2#: Leftovers.
#Person1#: What? Leftovers of what and from when?
#Person2#: From last night! I took the left over turkey, mixed it with some diced peppers and onions, added a little bit of mayonnaise and made some sandwiches!
#Person1#: Isn't that dangerous though? I mean bacteria and germs reproducing on food that was left out or re-heated?
#Person2#: Well, I didn't leave the turkey out at room temperature for more than a an hour and I refrigerated it soon after we finished eating. Also, when reheating, I put it in the oven for fifteen minutes at one hundred degrees Celsius.
#Person1#: Well OK, I am just afraid of getting food poisoning.
#Person2#: Don't worry about it! Making a new meal out of leftovers is almost an art! Not only do you save money, but you also get to be creative and have something different to eat!
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#Person1# thinks eating the leftovers may be dangerous because bacteria and germs may be reproduced. #Person1# comforts #Person1# by complimenting the way #Person1# reproduce the leftovers.
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train_2374
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#Person1#: What's your schedule like this year?
#Person2#: Pretty busy. I have to pick up a lot of credits this year.
#Person1#: What's your major?
#Person2#: I'm majoring in French literature.
#Person1#: Oh, don't you have to take that class on 18th century poetry? It's really difficult. I hear the students in that class have to write a paper 100 pages long.
#Person2#: That's right. We got the assignment last week.
#Person1#: When is it due?
#Person2#: Next Monday!
#Person1#: Remind me never to sign up for that course!
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#Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# is busy and #Person2# takes the class that has a long paper to write.
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train_2375
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#Person1#: I want to lose some weight!
#Person2#: So do I!
#Person1#: I have a yoga class tomorrow. Do you want to come with me?
#Person2#: No, it's too expensive for me. I've decided to take some exercises on my own.
#Person1#: What are you going to do?
#Person2#: Run around the track. In the morning I run for an hour, and in the afternoon I run around the building.
#Person1#: Good, I am sure it will work if you can persist.
#Person2#: I hope so. Would you like to join me?
#Person1#: Sounds good!
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#Person2# thinks yoga class is too expensive so #Person2# decides to take exercises on #Person2#'s own to lose weight.
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train_2376
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#Person1#: Thank you all for coming to our monthly staff correlation meeting. Today we have a lot of new things to introduce to you all, there will be a lot of changes in company policy to accommodate better employee welfare.
#Person2#: Employee welfare? What all does that include?
#Person1#: In the past, our welfare program has consisted of benefits packages only, meaning partial health insurance coverage and retirement plan. But we hope to boost morale by increasing incentives and adding additional welfare considerations.
#Person2#: What kind of considerations are we talking about?
#Person1#: It is proposed that from now on, employees will be given 10 paid sick days, in addition to their 2 week vacation periods. They will also be encouraged to maintain proper physical health with a company sponsored aerobics class on Friday nights. We have also consulted with the human resource department and have hired a new liaison between management and employees. Let's all welcome Ms. Michelle Cain to our team as our company's ombudsman.
#Person2#: Our company now has n ombudsman?
#Person1#: Yes, that's right. From now on, whenever you have a question or concern regarding anything that happens during the work day, Ms. Cain will be your advocate. If you believe there is anything inappropriate or unfair in the management practices, the ombudsman will be the first person you seek. Her job is to have your best interest at heart.
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#Person1# talks about the previous welfare program and the current welfare considerations to #Person2# and mentions 10 paid sick days and a company-sponsored aerobics class. #Person1# also introduces the existence and functions of the ombudsman Ms. Cain in their company.
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train_2377
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#Person1#: I received an eviction notice from you, and I don't understand what it means.
#Person2#: Well, you are behind in your rent ; it's a 30 - day notice to vacate.
#Person1#: You can't make me move just for being late with my rent.
#Person2#: You have been late with your rent several times now. I am filing suit for back rent to protect myself.
#Person1#: Are you throwing me out?
#Person2#: This notice is to let you know that you will be evicted by a sheriff if you don't make good on your rent.
#Person1#: If I catch up on my rent, can I stay?
#Person2#: You can stay if you catch up and stay caught up. Otherwise, I will find another renter.
#Person1#: I will go get the money right now.
#Person2#: Thank you. Please make sure that you pay with cash or a cashier's check.
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#Person2# gives #Person1# an eviction notice because #Person1# has been late with rent for several times. #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person1# can stay if #Person2# catches up on the rent.
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train_2378
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#Person1#: Look, here're two coins named Kai Yuan Tong Bao, the sort of coin made in memory of the founding of a new dynasty. These two coins were made in different periods of the Tang Dynasty.
#Person2#: How can you tell the difference? From what I see, they look almost the same.
#Person1#: The one made in the early Tang period is bigger and has more characters on it, while the one with smaller and elegant characters was made in late Tang period. Look carefully, and tell me if you see the difference now.
#Person2#: Yes, they are different! But it's too professional. What I need is just being able to tell the real from the fake. Do you know any method we can use to tell a fake ancient coin?
#Person1#: Various methods were used in history to produce fake coins. We usually send the coin to an authorized unit to have it tested by experts with special machines. We can judge it with naked eyes.
#Person2#: I see. By the way, China was more than once ruled by foreign tribes in history. Did they issue their own coins in China?
#Person1#: Certainly, they did. Liao Coins and Song Coins, for example, coexisted in circulation during the Southern Song and Yuan period some 800 -1000 years ago. The Liao Coins look plain and bold in style, just like the characteristics of the Mongolian tribe. Let me look for one and show you.
#Person2#: If you happen to find one, please bargain with the owner for it. I'd like to have one. It's interesting to see the integration of the Han and Mongolian cultures on this small piece of metal.
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#Person1# explains to #Person2# the difference between two coins made in different periods of the Tang Dynasty and the methods to tell a fake ancient coin. #Person1# also introduces the existence of different coins made by various foreign tribes in different periods.
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train_2379
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#Person1#: Are we going to have dinner tonight?
#Person2#: What are you planning on making?
#Person1#: I'm not cooking dinner.
#Person2#: The only way you're eating tonight is if you cook.
#Person1#: I'm not sure what to cook for dinner.
#Person2#: I don't know. What do you want to eat?
#Person1#: I have a taste for some chicken and potatoes.
#Person2#: That sounds delicious.
#Person1#: So are you planning on cooking it?
#Person2#: I already told you that I'm not cooking tonight.
#Person1#: I'll cook dinner.
#Person2#: I already know. Start cooking.
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#Person1# asks #Person2# what #Person2# is going to cooking for dinner. #Person2# refuses to cook so #Person1# will cook.
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train_2380
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#Person1#: Morrie, what is an AHT?
#Person2#: Well, AHT stands for animal health technician. I graduated from California's first AHT class at Pures College. Some of us may work in the countryside, taking care of cattle, horses or sheep. Some may work in research labs. But most of us work in pet hospitals.
#Person1#: I know that you work in a pet hospital. What do you do there?
#Person2#: We run blood and other tests, give shots and prepare medicine. We also cut nails, clean teeth, give bath and clean the cages. We help keep the clinic running smoothly, making sure there is enough medicine and equipment.
#Person1#: Indeed, you have so much to do. Doctor Blake told me that he couldn't have done so much without you.
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Morrie explains the full name of AHT and a variety of jobs she does in a pet hospital to #Person1#.
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train_2381
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#Person1#: It is a lovely day, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes. Nice and sunny.
#Person1#: It's much better than last week. It was so warm and wet.
#Person2#: Yes, This is just wonderful. I kept wishing it would become cool and autumn would be here a little earlier this year.
#Person1#: Well, it seems that you got your wish. I wonder what it is going to be like tomorrow.
#Person2#: I didn't hear weather report on the radio.
#Person1#: Well, this afternoon we'll have to go to the farm.
#Person2#: Right. We'd better take umbrellas.
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#Person1# and #Person2# talk about today's weather. #Person2# likes the weather today and they will go to the farm with umbrellas.
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train_2382
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#Person1#: Would you like some tea or coffee?
#Person2#: No, thank you. It's very late now. They will keep me awake the whole night.
#Person1#: Then, what about some water?
#Person2#: Yes, please.
#Person1#: Don't work too late since you are not in good health. You should be careful with your health.
#Person2#: I know, but I have to finish these reports tonight. Our manager will use them at the meeting tomorrow morning.
#Person1#: Can I help you with something?
#Person2#: No, I'm afraid you can't. Just turn down the TV a little so that it's not so noisy.
#Person1#: I will. I do hope that you will finish the reports soon and get some sleep.
#Person2#: Don't worry. It won't take me too long.
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#Person2# cares about #Person1# and #Person2# only wants a cup of water because it is late and #Person1# has to finish the reports.
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train_2383
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#Person1#: What are you going to do after your return from New York?
#Person2#: I'm going to stay in the city.
#Person1#: What will you do all day?
#Person2#: I'm going to work with my father at the workshop. In the evening, I'll read books. On weekends, I'll go to the park with my family.
#Person1#: Have you ever worked?
#Person2#: No,but I can learn. What are you going to do this summer?
#Person1#: I'm going to camp. I've gone to camp for four summers.
#Person2#: I've never gone to camp. What do you do there?
#Person1#: We do many things. In the morning, we go swimming and boating. In the afternoon, we play volleyball or tennis. We sit around a campfire at night. We sing or tell stories.
#Person2#: That sounds wonderful.
#Person1#: It is wonderful. What's Wales going to do this summer?
#Person2#: I think he's going to the mountains with his parents.
#Person1#: Well, so long, Alice. Have fun.
#Person2#: You too, Leslie. Give my regards to Wales. I'll see you in October.
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Alice and Leslie talk about their plans for the summer. Alice plans to work in the workshop and Leslie talks about the things she does when going camping. They also talk about Wales's plan.
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train_2384
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#Person1#: Hi Sweetie. Welcome home. We're ready to eat.
#Person2#: Well, there's something I ...
#Person1#: We have salmon and your favorite salad.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah. That sounds ... great.
#Person1#: Um, what's ... what's the deal? I worked really hard. Look, Look. For dessert, I made apple pie.
#Person2#: Well ... under most circumstances ...
#Person1#: Hon. What's? You ... I've never made a pie before. It took me like three hours.
#Person2#: Well, to be honest ...
#Person1#: What's wrong? [ Man laughing. ] Don't you like my cooking?
#Person2#: No, no, no.
#Person1#: I worked really hard!
#Person2#: I know, I know, I know, but to be honest, I just had a hamburger, fries, and a chocolate shake.
#Person1#: Why? WHY?
#Person2#: I'm sorry. I didn't know.
#Person1#: I told you this morning I was making something nice. Didn't you listen?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, I forgot. I mean ... Wait ...
#Person1#: Serious.
#Person2#: Yeah, wait. Wait, wait. What are you doing? Why are you putting the food in my shoes?
#Person1#: So you can enjoy it as you walk to work tomorrow.
#Person2#: Oh, no. I'm sorry!
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#Person1# has prepared the meal for #Person2# but #Person2# has finished the meal before getting home. #Person1# is angry and put the food in #Person2#'s shoes.
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train_2385
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#Person1#: Hi. Mike. How did your weekend go?
#Person2#: Fine. I went back to visit my grandma in the countryside.
#Person1#: Lucky you. What did you do there?
#Person2#: I went for a walk in the hills with some of my friends.
#Person1#: Was it good?
#Person2#: Yes. the scenery was amazing. The whole hillside was very red.
#Person1#: How wonderful! Do anything else?
#Person2#: We went on a picnic on Sunday.
#Person1#: Did you like it?
#Person2#: Very enjoyable. By the way, Lisa. what about your Weekend?
#Person1#: Don't ask me. Mike.
#Person2#: What happened?
#Person1#: I have got a cold. I could do nothing but lie in bed.
#Person2#: Oh. dear.
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Mike thinks that his weekend was good because he visited his grandma in the countryside and walked with his friends in the hills, while Lisa has got a cold.
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train_2386
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#Person1#: So tell me a little more about yourself, Sharon.
#Person2#: Well, when I graduated from drama school, I tried to get a job as an actress in Hollywood.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: Yeah, but I didn't get any parts. Two years later, I finally got a job with Universal Studios.
#Person1#: So you finally got to be an actress?
#Person2#: No, I'm a tour guide at the studio!But while I'm on the job, I get to see a lot of stars!
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Sharon tells #Person1# that she tried to get a job as an actress, but she is a tour guide now.
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train_2387
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#Person1#: Hello, everyone and welcome to the Dating Game, where men and women meet the people of their dreams. Now, let's have our contestants introduce themselves, and then Sarah can ask some questions. Here we go. Contestant number one.
#Person2#: Hi, Sarah. My name is Ryan, nd I'm 27 years old, and I work as a doctor at City Hospital. I enjoy reading books on history, hiking with my dog, Amelia, and eating Japanese food. I also like a woman who loves adventure, is open to new ideas, and likes discussing world politics and government.
#Person1#: Okay. Well, thank you, Ryan. Let's go on to Contestant Number 2.
#Person3#: Hi. I'm Nate. I'm 24 years old, and I am a guitar player in a rock band. I love traveling to new countries, watching action movies, and playing video games with my friends. And I love women who like my music, don't mind loud rock music, and a person who loves a good cheeseburger over the grill. I think I'm the man for you.
#Person1#: Well, thank you Nate. That's Contestant Number 2. Let's go on to Contestant Number 3.
#Person4#: Hello. My name is Charles. I'm 29 years old, and I teach English at the University of Utah. In my free time, I enjoy mountain biking, gardening, and raising chickens in my back yard. I also help feed the homeless once a week. I also speak three languages, and I prefer women who have a good sense of humor, and cook all kinds of food, and who find joy in serving others.
#Person1#: Well, there we have it. Three contestants. And we will have Sarah ask these contestants questions after right after this commercial break.
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#Person1# hosts the Dating game. Before Sarah asks her questions, the three contestants Ryan, Nate, and Charles give a self-introduction about their age, career, hobbies, and their ideal type of women.
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#Person1#: You spoken English is pretty good. Please tell me your experience in learning English.
#Person2#: Uh, I don't know what to say. What do you want to know?
#Person1#: What's your method of learning?
#Person2#: Let me think a minute. I think I always try to take every chance to practice.
#Person1#: What if there is no chance? I mean what if you don't have a partner, what will you do?
#Person2#: Well, I talk to myself. That is, I play one role first, then the other.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. You are really creative.
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#Person2# shares #Person2#'s method of practicing spoken English with #Person1#. #Person2# talks to himself when there's no partner.
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#Person1#: your mp3 looks so cool. Where did you get it?
#Person2#: I bought it online.
#Person1#: really? Do you often shop online?
#Person2#: yes. I buy most of my daily necessities online.
#Person1#: I've never tried E-shopping. Is it better than shopping at an actual store?
#Person2#: yes, much better. You can log in a website, browse through many items and categories comfortably at home, order the goods, pay by credit or debit card, and the goods will be delivered to your home.
#Person1#: sounds good, and I don't have to queue up at the cashier.
#Person2#: and you can still go 'window shopping' just like in a real shopping mall.
#Person1#: well, are there any other advantages?
#Person2#: yes, most of the shops are closed at 22 or even earlier, but the internet operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and can be accessed anywhere.
#Person1#: are there many choices of online shopping?
#Person2#: sure. You can buy almost anything you can think of.
#Person1#: perhaps I should have a try.
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#Person2# talks about the advantages of online shopping to #Person1# and compares e-shopping with shopping at an actual store. There are numerous choices online and it opens all day long.
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#Person1#: Tell me about the people at work.
#Person2#: Well, the sales manager used to work in a department store. His name's Rick Dillon and I think I told you that the man who owns the company used to be a tennis player.
#Person1#: Carlos Sanchez?
#Person2#: Ah huh, and my friend Ben Ya Camorra. He's Mr. Sanchez's assistant.
#Person1#: His assistant?
#Person2#: Yes, and the woman who is in charge of the Human Resources Department is Susan Sullivan.
#Person1#: Is she the one who gave you all those forms to fill in?
#Person2#: Yes, then there is our receptionist, Sarah Gleason. She used to be a teacher and the person who designs are web pages used to work for a magazine, which is full of ads. You know, her name's Mariah Artigas.
#Person1#: Sounds interesting.
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#Person2# introduces the people at their office and their respective positions at work to #Person1#.
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#Person1#: Ah, Mary. What did you have to go and do that for?
#Person2#: Do what?
#Person1#: You know what I am talking about. Why did you go and tell Mrs. Jones how much money I'm going to make? Now she will go and tell the whole world.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, Frank.
#Person1#: Yeah, but you know she talks to everybody and their brothers.
#Person2#: Well, I apologize. I guess I wasn't thinking. I got all excited.
#Person1#: Oh, well. It's done now. I guess it doesn't matter that much, anyway. They will know in the end. Everyone in this town got a big nose.
#Person2#: You know it is really a lot of money for a first job.
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#Person1# blames Mary for telling Mrs. Jones about #Person1#'s salary because Mrs. Jones has a big nose.
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#Person1#: What is the biggest holiday that your family celebrates? For my family, it's the New Year.
#Person2#: That is a big one for us, too. But even more important our birthdays.
#Person1#: Oh, Why is that?
#Person2#: I think my grandparents started the tradition. They met and got married when they were older. They thought they would not be able to have children. When their first baby was born they were so happy. They decided that every birthday for their children would be a big event.
#Person1#: So that tradition passed on to your parents?
#Person2#: Right. Even now, my parents take the day off work to celebrate my birthday with me. My Mother cooks a special dinner and my father gives me beautiful clothes or jewelry.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# that birthday is the biggest event to celebrate because it is a tradition from #Person2#'s grandparents.
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#Person1#: Sir is this the right subway for Chinatown?
#Person2#: Yes, you get off at Brown Street, cross it to reach Green Street, walk along Green Street and turn into Canal Street at the first crossing. Chinatown is right there.
#Person1#: Shall I take the expresser local train?
#Person2#: Take the express, the price is the same, but it saves you a lot of time. The local train stops at every station.
#Person1#: How much is the fair?
#Person2#: $1 for the entire line. You should pay 30 cents to get off here.
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#Person1# asks the means of transport to Chinatown and #Person2# introduces and suggests the express.
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#Person1#: Let's workout the schedule for your stay here, Mister Smith.
#Person2#: Alright, I will stay here for 3 days and will fly back the day after tomorrow.
#Person1#: So we'll get down to business today. We're going to visit the showroom this morning and you could find out about the product that you're interested in.
#Person2#: Alright, I'd also like to visit your factory to see your workshop.
#Person1#: We're planning so. How about this afternoon?
#Person2#: OK, no problem.
#Person1#: We'll discuss our contract tomorrow.
#Person2#: Yes, certainly. Hopefully we'll reach an agreement that satisfies us.
#Person1#: That'll be great. The day after tomorrow I'll take you on a tour of the city in the morning, so you could do some shopping.
#Person2#: That's fine and I'll leave in the afternoon.
#Person1#: What do you think of the arrangements?
#Person2#: Sounds perfect. Thank you.
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#Person1# talks with Mister Smith about his schedule including a visit to the factory, the city, and the contract discussion. Mister Smith is satisfied with it.
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#Person1#: Hi, there, what are you looking forward today?
#Person2#: I'm just looking.
#Person1#: Well, how about a ring for someone special?
#Person2#: There is no one special.
#Person1#: Well, take a look at this CD player. A great bargain, today only.
#Person2#: No, I already have one. Plus, the handle is damaged.
#Person1#: OK, what about this leather jacket? It would look great on you.
#Person2#: Emm, brown is the one color I hate. I'll pass.
#Person1#: OK. Well, wouldn't you like to walk home with some of these great records, some of the best hits from the nineteen sixties.
#Person2#: Yeah, let's see. Now here's something I'd, ah, these records are all scratched.
#Person1#: Just in a couple places, listen. I'll sell you these 10 records for $50 a steal.
#Person2#: Wow, they're way too expensive. I'll give you $25 for them.
#Person1#: Ah, come on, I can't charge you less than $30 in break-even.
#Person2#: Well, that guy over there is selling similar records for a much better price. So, thanks anyway.
#Person1#: Wait, wait, wait! You drive a hard bargain. $28 and that's my final offer.
#Person2#: Emm, I'll take them.
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#Person2# refuses #Person1#'s recommendations of CD players and a leather jacket. #Person2# bargains with #Person1# over 10 records and they make a deal at $28.
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#Person1#: Tom, can you get the vegetables out of the fridge, please?
#Person2#: Lettuce and carrots?
#Person1#: We need carrots, but not lettuce. And can you see the peppers?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Two of those as well. We'll cut them into small pieces.
#Person2#: Fine. Shall I turn the cooker on?
#Person1#: Yes, nice and hot, please.
#Person2#: 190 degrees?
#Person1#: Put it at 220 for now, and then we can change it to 200 later.
#Person2#: OK, the vegetables are ready?
#Person1#: Good. We can roast them together with the fish.
#Person2#: How long will it take?
#Person1#: Will cook it hot for 15 minutes, and then 25 minutes at a lower temperature. So in 40 minutes, it'll be ready.
#Person2#: Great. I'm going to watch TV for a few minutes.
#Person1#: Actually, can you do this little bit of washing up? I'm going to make a dessert.
#Person2#: OK.
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#Person1# asks Tom to get the carrots out of the fridge, cut the peppers, put the cooker at 220 and wash something up.
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#Person1#: We want to order some of these products.
#Person2#: Mr. Thomas, this is a standard size.
#Person1#: Can you supply us right away?
#Person2#: Yes, we have plenty on hand right now.
#Person1#: Good, we'll take 500 suits.
#Person2#: OK, thanks for the order.
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Mr. Thomas orders 500 suits from #Person2#.
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#Person1#: You still have not given me those files I ' Ve asked you for.
#Person2#: I ' m sorry, Mr. Myers. I ' Ve just been so busy today.
#Person1#: I really don ' t want to hear your excuses, Janet. We ' re running a busy office here. You ' re going to have to keep up.
#Person2#: You ' re right, sir. I apologize. I ' ll get those files for you now.
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Janet apologizes to Mr. Myers for not giving him the files he asked for.
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train_2399
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#Person1#: I wish the politicians would quit digging up dirt about each other's past.
#Person2#: I know. It really makes a mess of the whole election process.
#Person1#: And it takes up all the news.
#Person2#: The problem is that there always a large number of people who eat that kind of stuff up.
#Person1#: It's so small. The fact that there is public interest, doesn't say much for us as the public.
#Person2#: Have you ever listened to AM radio? It's quite a different experience than the traditional news stations on TV and FM radio.
#Person1#: I don't remember the last time I listened to AM radio.
#Person2#: Another place you can get real insight is European papers. You can get them on-line.
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#Person1# is fed up with the news full of politicians' dirty past. #Person2# recommends AM radio and European papers to get real insight.
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#Person1#: That's good to know. We'll watch for crazy drivers.
#Person2#: Hey, guys. Ready for a pick-up game of touch football?
#Person1#: Football? Sounds dangerous. Maybe I'll just be a cheerleader.
#Person2#: C'mon, Yi-jun. It's lots of fun. You've seen football played on TV.
#Person1#: Uh, yeah. And I've seen guys in pads tackled. We have no pads. I don't want to be tackled.
#Person2#: There's barely any contact in touch football. People just tag you to stop the play.
#Person1#: OK, but they better tag lightly!
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#Person2# invites Yi-jun to play touch football. Yi-jun doesn't want to be tackled but agrees reluctantly.
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train_2401
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#Person1#: What do you think of smoking?
#Person2#: It's harmful. Not only for yourself but for others.
#Person1#: What in your opinion can be done to stop smoking?
#Person2#: Stop producing cigarettes.
#Person1#: But that'll affect the national economy.
#Person2#: That's right. But I don't think there are better ways.
#Person1#: How about printing a warning on each cigarette packet?
#Person2#: Maybe it can take effect.
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#Person1# suggests printing warnings on cigarette packets. #Person2# thinks it may take effect.
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#Person1#: Which social problem do you think the government needs to concentrate on most?
#Person2#: I think housing is a big problem. There are thousands of homeless people on the streets.
#Person1#: How would you solve the problem?
#Person2#: I have a good idea to solve it. The government could provide some money for homeless people to build their own homes.
#Person1#: It would probably be very expensive.
#Person2#: I think the government can afford it. Besides, there are many advantages. Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address. They would learn some useful skill for finding jobs in the construction industry or home improvement.
#Person1#: It's not a bad idea. I think education is the biggest problem at the moment. Schools don't seem to have enough money to educate kids properly.
#Person2#: If we are to invest more money to education, we will need to raise taxes. That wouldn't be popular with voters.
#Person1#: Most voters what everything bout ways. They want the government to pay for lots of things, but without increasing taxes.
#Person2#: The government should show that it is using money efficiently. Sometimes you hear about how the government has wasted money on a project.
#Person1#: Yes. The government has limited funds and must show that it is using the money responsibly.
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#Person2# thinks housing is a big problem while #Person1# thinks education is the biggest problem. Solving both problems needs more taxes. #Person1# and #Person2# think the government should show that it is using money efficiently.
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#Person1#: Do you think children watch too much Tv?
#Person2#: I only allow my child to watch up to an hour a day. I don't think that tv is bad for kids. I think that kids should be active and not become couch potatoes.
#Person1#: Perhaps I should impose a limit on how much Tv my kids can watch. They don't do much else in their free time. At least they always do their homework first.
#Person2#: If you decide to put a limit on the amount of tv they can watch, remember to have something else for them to do. If you don't, they'll get bored and misbehave.
#Person1#: They could go out and play with their friends.
#Person2#: Sure. You could talk to other parents in your neighbourhood and plan it so that all the kids are free at the same time.
#Person1#: Perhaps I could ask my husband to teach them foot ball or some thing. He watches too much Tv too.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. Remember that if the parents watch too much Tv, the kids will probably follow suit.
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#Person1#'s considering imposing a limit on the amount of TV #Person1#'s kids can watch. #Person2# reminds #Person1# to have something else for them to do and parents should watch less TV to make an example.
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#Person1#: What's your little caper? Come home so late! We are all worried about you.
#Person2#: Oh, I am terribly sorry. But I was so captivated with the singer at the subway exit. So I forgot the time.
#Person1#: Singing? At the subway exit? Oh, it sounds like someone needs some money.
#Person2#: Oh, no, the guy was a musician who just sang. He played the guitar and sang so many cool pop songs. Many people were drawn to his music and there was no hat on the floor. He sang for appreciation, but not for money.
#Person1#: It is just pop song, you could have sung there too if you want it.
#Person2#: Oh, no, it was a kind of pop art. I like it but I couldn't do it that well.
#Person1#: Honey, just do it next time. Have you heard of the real art in the subway station in Russia?
#Person2#: No, but tell me some. I am interested.
#Person1#: Many oil painting exhibitions are there. That is a kind of Museum Exhibition.
#Person2#: Are there many people there? Do you think people actually like them?
#Person1#: I am sure you will. There are some works, and some students who major in painting interpret the meaning for visitors. And people can enjoy the paintings while waiting for the train.
#Person2#: But I still prefer the pop music in the subway.
#Person1#: Both the pop music and the oil painting are arts, but with different aesthetic values.
#Person2#: Dad, you talk well, but can you appreciate that kind of art?
#Person1#: Not well enough, but I'm learning.
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#Person2# comes home late because #Person2# was captivated by the singer at the subway exit and forgot the time. #Person1# encourages #Person2# to do it next time and tells #Person2# the real art in the subway station in Russia.
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train_2405
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#Person1#: We're in big trouble, Jason. Nick is beating us by a long shot.
#Person2#: Impossible! Well, I'm not giving up yet. It's not over till the fat lady sings!
#Person1#: OK, comeback kid. Here's you last question. How many times did Robin Williams win the Oscar for Best Actor?
#Person2#: Hmm. Let's see. . . there was Good Morning, Vietnam, Dead Poet's Society, The Fisher King. . . Three, right?
#Person1#: Nope, sorry! Actually, Robin Williams has never won an Oscar for Best Actor--only for Best Supporting Actor!
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Nick's beating #Person1# and Jason by a long shot, and Jason fails to answer the last question.
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train_2406
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#Person1#: what do you think about this store? I heard it's a posh store that's only got branches in big cities.
#Person2#: I love this store. The only problem is that it's extremely expensive.
#Person1#: don't worry. I'Ve decided that for your birthday I'm going to take you shopping for a new dress.
#Person2#: really? I thought you hated shopping?
#Person1#: I do, that's why you should appreciate this gift!
#Person2#: sure. That's really nice of you. Let's go in and try some things on.
#Person1#: how about this red dress? I think it would really suit you.
#Person2#: that's gorgeous! Do they have it in a size 8?
#Person1#: here you go. On any other day, it would cost me a fortune, but it's on special offer today.
#Person2#: I think this color isn't quite right for me. Do they have the same dress in white?
#Person1#: let me look. Let's see. . . they'Ve got one in blue, green, pink, black. . . and white. Here you are.
#Person2#: this is perfect! What do you think?
#Person1#: I think you look fantastic. Happy Birthday!
#Person2#: I'm so lucky. You only get a chance like this once in a blue moon! Thanks honey!
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#Person1# takes #Person2# to an expensive posh store to buy her a new dress as a birthday gift. #Person2# finally chooses a white dress in size 8. #Person2# feels happy and grateful.
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train_2407
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#Person1#: Good morning, Miss.
#Person2#: Morning. Can I help you?
#Person1#: Yes, I'd like to know how to use the library. You know, I'm a new student here.
#Person2#: All you need is your student identification card to check out books.
#Person1#: Yes. Here's my identification.
#Person2#: That's all you need.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. By the way, how many books am I allowed to check out?
#Person2#: You can check out two books at a time. But you can't check out newspapers, magazines and periodicals ; they have to be read within library.
#Person1#: How long can I keep the books?
#Person2#: For two weeks. After that you must renew the books if you wish to keep them longer.
#Person1#: I want a book on physics. Could you show me where I can find it?
#Person2#: Yes, over there to your left.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# to use the student identification card to check out books and shows #Person1# where to find a book on physics.
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train_2408
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#Person1#: Nice weather, honey!
#Person2#: The days are getting longer!
#Person1#: May and Daniel often like this kind of weather.
#Person2#: Yeah, they can enjoy themselves in the day time and it is not so hot.
#Person1#: Honey, how about taking them to the beach this weekend?
#Person2#: That's great!
#Person1#: Since last time we've climbed the mountain, we haven't gone out for a long time.
#Person2#: And this kind of weather is rare for the season either.
#Person1#: Yes, I remember last year this time, the weather is so hot.
#Person2#: So we must seize this chance to go the beach.
#Person1#: Daniel loves the beach very much!
#Person2#: He will enjoy himself this weekend.
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#Person1# and #Person2# decide to take May and Daniel to the beach this weekend because the weather is rarely nice for the season.
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train_2409
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#Person1#: This skirt is too tight. I would like to return it please. Do I need to go to the customer's service desk?
#Person2#: I can help you with that. Do you still have your receipt?
#Person1#: No, I receive this as a birthday present, but the price tag is still on the skirt though. Will that be OK?
#Person2#: Oh, yes, that will help me a lot.
#Person1#: Do you have any more skirts in this style? I would like to find a size larger.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. I think we're out of this skirt in this color. Do you want me to call another one of our store to see if it's available there?
#Person1#: No, that's all right. I'll just look for something else.
#Person2#: Well, your refund total is 50 dollars.
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#Person1# wants to return the skirt to a larger size. #Person2# says the skirt in this color is out of stock and gives #Person1# the refund.
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train_2410
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#Person1#: I would like to place an order.
#Person2#: Alright, Ma'am. What items would you like to order today?
#Person1#: I have your catalog here. Do you want me to tell you the item numbers, or the names?
#Person2#: You may tell me both, Ma'am.
#Person1#: Alright. I want to order the satin sheets on page 28.
#Person2#: The Merriman satin sheets?
#Person1#: Yes, that's right.
#Person2#: And what size would you like?
#Person1#: I need one full set of sheets in King-size.
#Person2#: Alright, Ma'am. And what color did you want?
#Person1#: Ivory, please
#Person2#: So that is product number MS2119, Size
#Person1#: Yes, I think so. Can I ask you something?
#Person2#: Certainly.
#Person1#: I'm a foreigner here. My English isn't perfect. Can you tell me what satin is?
#Person2#: Satin is like silk, Ma'am. It feels like silk. But it's a different material.
#Person1#: I see. That's what I thought.
#Person2#: Anything else today?
#Person1#: No, I just need the sheets.
#Person2#: Alright. With shipping charges, your total will be 68 dollars. Will you be paying with credit?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Visa, Master Card, or American Express?
#Person1#: Visa.
#Person2#: Card number?
#Person1#: 8825 1127 4235 9869.
#Person2#: Expiration date?
#Person1#: July, 2006.
#Person2#: All right, Ma'am. I will run that charge for you. And then I will get your address in a moment
#Person1#: Thank you.
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#Person1# orders a full set of ivory Merriman satin sheets in King-size and asks #Person2# the explanation of satin. After #Person1# paying 68 dollars with VISA, #Person2# will run the charge and get #Person1#'s address in a moment.
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#Person1#: Well, we've settled the problems of price, quality and quantity. What mode of payment do you wish to employ?
#Person2#: Irrevocable letter of credit, of course. It's the normal terms of payment in international business.
#Person1#: Could you adopt D / A or D / P? You see I have to pay a deposit when I open a letter of credit. That will tie up my funds and add to the cost of my imports, especially for such a huge order.
#Person2#: You might consult your bank and see if you could reduce the required deposit to a minimum.
#Person1#: Anyhow, there would be certain bank charges. We've done business for years and you should have some faith in our credit. It would help me greatly, if you could accept D / A or D / P. It makes no difference to you, but it does to me.
#Person2#: Well. As you understand, the irrevocable L / C gives the exports additional protection of the banker's guarantee. We always ask for L / C for our exports, and the other way around, we pay by L / C for our imports. We only accept L / C for regular orders.
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#Person2# wishes to employ an irrevocable letter of credit. #Person1# asks if #Person2# could adopt D/A or D/P and thus #Person1# doesn't need to pay a deposit, but #Person2# only accepts L/C for regular orders.
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train_2412
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#Person1#: Hi, Cole. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: if you have a few minutes, I'd like to talk to you about my future at this company.
#Person1#: sure, have a seat.
#Person2#: thanks.
#Person1#: let me just grab your file. How long have you worked for us now?
#Person2#: I've worked here as a sales representative for about a year now.
#Person1#: one year already? It's amazing how time flies like that. Are you enjoying your job?
#Person2#: yes, but I'd like to have a chance at job advancement.
#Person1#: I see. What job did you have in mind.
#Person2#: well, I've noticed that is a position available as a sales manager.
#Person1#: do you understand what duties that job would entail?
#Person2#: yes. I would be directly responsible for all of the sales representatives in my department. I assume there'd be more meetings, paperwork, and other responsibilities, too.
#Person1#: that's right. Do you have any experience in management?
#Person2#: yes. In fact if you look at my resume, you can see that I was a manager before I started this job.
#Person1#: well, I think you'd be the perfect candidate for the position. According to company policy, you'll still have to go through the formal application procedures though, so fill this application form in
#Person2#: ok. Thanks for your support.
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Cole's worked as a sales representative for about a year and would like a promotion to sales manager. #Person1# thinks he'd be the perfect candidate for the position and tells him to go through the formal application procedures.
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train_2413
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#Person1#: Have you got anything to declare, madam?
#Person2#: No, I haven't.
#Person1#: Have you got any wine or spirits?
#Person2#: No, I don't drink.
#Person1#: What about cigarettes or cigars?
#Person2#: I've got some cigars.
#Person1#: How many, madam?
#Person2#: Two small boxes.
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#Person2# has nothing to declare but some cigars.
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train_2414
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#Person1#: Can you drive?
#Person2#: Yes, I have a driving license.
#Person1#: Are you willing to drive yourself if the job requires?
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: One more thing, if you are wanted in this position, you must prepare to travel aboard frequently.
#Person2#: That's fine with me.
#Person1#: Would you mind relocating?
#Person2#: As long as it isn't too far from this city, I don't mind.
#Person1#: It's quite far away, though it's located in another part of the city. Are you planning to find a boarding house nearby?
#Person2#: I think I can commute that far without any trouble.
#Person1#: Good. Do you have any particular conditions that you want us to take into consideration?
#Person2#: No, nothing in particular. Thank you.
#Person1#: Then you'll need to know it's a hard job. You'll often have to work overtime or even on weekends.
#Person2#: Yes, but I don't mind working hard.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# about driving, relocating, and overworking the job requires. #Person2# doesn't mind these hardships.
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train_2415
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#Person1#: Who wants to go first? Allen?
#Person2#: Uh. . . I mostly just like to listen. You're the groom. Why don't you go first?
#Person1#: OK. Put on something by the Backstreet Boys!
#Person2#: How about ' As long as You Love Me '! You can pretend you're singing it to your fiancee Brooke!
#Person1#: I'd better not. Brooke hates the Backstreet Boys!
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Allen suggests #Person1# sing first and recommends a song, but #Person1# refuses.
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train_2416
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#Person1#: When should I come for work in the morning?
#Person2#: Generally speaking, you are supposed to come at 9:00 am.
#Person1#: When does the job start in the afternoon?
#Person2#: You should start from 1:30 pm in the afternoon.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# the work time.
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train_2417
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#Person1#: Hi, Zina. I had a feeling you'd be stopping by.
#Person2#: Then you've heard from Vital?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Look, Vince. I didn't mean to step on your toes, but we need to be decisive.
#Person1#: I know it. WebTracker is playing for keeps. They'll go for our jugular if we give them the chance.
#Person2#: This is awkward, I know. I know you're upset. But in two weeks you'll be thanking me.
#Person1#: Maybe. Maybe I will.
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Zina stops by at Vince's and asks Vince to be decisive for the WebTracker issue.
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#Person1#: How did you choose courses when you were abroad?
#Person2#: That's a very good question. Choosing proper courses and effectively planning a college schedule is very important to the progress toward your educational goal. In order to do these wisely and effectively, you should consult with a Program Adviser or Academic Counselor.
#Person1#: Wait a minute. There are some new terms for me. I can hardly follow you.
#Person2#: Ok, I will go into more detail. A Program Adviser or an Academic Counselor is usually an experienced professor who is responsible for all the necessary academic counseling through graduation. You can discuss with him the program selection, changing or adding a program, the requirements for graduation, and other problems related to your study. You will choose some courses, and then discuss with the adviser whether your choice can meet the requirements for graduation.
#Person1#: Everything is so new to me. I think I'll have to experience a very difficult period when I get there.
#Person2#: Sure, very difficult.
#Person1#: I am very grateful for your advice.
#Person2#: It's my pleasure to talk with you.
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#Person2# advises #Person1# to consult with a Program Advisor or Academic Counselor before choosing courses and explains it in detail. #Person1# is grateful for #Person2#'s advice.
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train_2419
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#Person1#: Mr. Black, when is the earliest shipment you can make?
#Person2#: In April or early May.
#Person1#: I am afraid shipment by early May would be too late for us. Our customs formalities are quite complicated, and it takes time to distribute the goods to the farmers in our country. The fertilizers must be delivered before April, or else we can't be in time for the spring sowing.
#Person2#: In that case, we will have to improve one month further on the time. Now is Jan. If the fertilizers should be shipped before the end of March, only 2 months are left. The time is too limited.
#Person1#: You understand a timely delivery is very important to us.
#Person2#: All right. You can rest assured that we will do everything possible to advance shipment. The fertilizers will be delivered before April.
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#Person1# thinks the earliest shipment is too late and wants Mr. Black to have the fertilizers delivered before April. Mr.Black assures #Person1# that they will.
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train_2420
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#Person1#: I am sorry, but I can't find the book you lent me.
#Person2#: That's OK.
#Person1#: I really feel bad about it. Let me buy you a new one.
#Person2#: No. Don't be silly. I wouldn't dream of letting you do that.
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#Person1# apologizes to #Person2# for losing #Person2#'s book.
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train_2421
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#Person1#: Good morning. This is Peter Brown of IMA computers. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: Hello. I'd like to order some computer monitors.
#Person1#: Yes. Which ones?
#Person2#: The order number is C106.
#Person1#: How many do you need?
#Person2#: Three hundred, please.
#Person1#: One moment. Yes, we can supply them.
#Person2#: Could you send them by July 21st, please?
#Person1#: Certainly.
#Person2#: Good, thanks.
#Person1#: Thank you. Good-bye.
#Person2#: Good-bye.
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#Person2# orders 300 computer monitors from #Person1# and asks to send by July 21st.
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train_2422
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#Person1#: I've just finished reading Steve's list of ways of motivating employees to work more efficiently. I think they're out of touch with reality.
#Person2#: You just took the words out of my mouth. Let's try to persuade the others to see things our way.
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#Person1# and #Person2# think Steve's ways are unrealistic.
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train_2423
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#Person1#: Dr. Thomas? This is Keet Bradley from Daily News. I'd like to ask you some questions about the new official standard weight that you purchased.
#Person2#: I'd be happy to help you. What would you like to know?
#Person1#: First of all, how was the standard weight used?
#Person2#: Well, the people in our department use it to check the scales all over the country. The department of weights and measures, we are a government agency. It's our responsibility to see that all the scales measure a kilogram accurately so this is the way we use to adjust the scales.
#Person1#: How did you check the scales before?
#Person2#: We have an old standard weight that we used to use. It had to be replaced because it was imprecise. You see it was made of poor quality metal that was too porous. It absorbed too much moisture.
#Person1#: Oh. So when the weather was humid it weighed more and when it was dry it weighed less.
#Person2#: Exactly. And that variation can affect the standards of the whole country. So our department had the new weight made out of higher quality metal.
#Person1#: How much did it cost?
#Person2#: About 45 thousand dollars.
#Person1#: 45 000 dollars? For one kilogram weight? That's more expensive than gold. Is it really worth that much?
#Person2#: I'm sure it is. Industries depend on our government agency to monitor the accuracy of scales so that when they buy and sell their products there is one standard. Think of the drug industry, for example, those companies rely on high accuracy scales to manufacture and package medicine.
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Keet Bradley from Daily News asks Dr. Thomas about the new official standard weight. Dr. Thomas tells her it was used to adjust the scales. They bought it because the old one was imprecise, so they replaced it with one made of higher quality metal which costs about 45 thousand dollars
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#Person1#: Welcome back! I didn't see you in physics class last Thursday.
#Person2#: I was absent myself that day. I went on a trip to New York, I just came back last night.
#Person1#: New York! What a city! I'm sure you had lots of fun there.
#Person2#: No, not really. I was busy doing business. It's very hot there, too.
#Person1#: Well, did you enjoy the trip? I have never been to New York. I'd like to go there someday.
#Person2#: Yeah, it was OK. I went to see the Statue of Liberty and that made the trip interesting. Try to make it during the spring or autumn when the weather is nice.
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#Person2# was absent from the physics class last Thursday because #Person2# went on a business trip to New York.
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train_2425
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#Person1#: Mary, tomorrow is your mom's fiftieth birthday. Do you know?
#Person2#: Of course I do. How shall we celebrate it?
#Person1#: First of all a birthday present. What about buying her a beautiful skirt?
#Person2#: That's a good idea. It would make her look younger. And a big birthday cake too, with fifty candles.
#Person1#: That's right. Shall we have a special dinner?
#Person2#: How about a Chinese dinner?
#Person1#: Fine. Where should we have it?
#Person2#: We can have it at home. I've learned to cook a few dishes from a Chinese friend. I'm sure Mom would like them.
#Person1#: All right. Are you going to do the shopping as well?
#Person2#: Why don't we go together, Dad?
#Person1#: OK. When?
#Person2#: How about this afternoon?
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#Person1# and Mary are planning for Mary's mom's fiftieth birthday. They'll buy her a beautiful skirt, and prepare a big cake and a Chinese dinner.
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train_2426
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#Person1#: Hey. Don't worry. Uh, my brother will meet you at the airport. Sorry, but I have to work that day.
#Person2#: So, you can't come to get me?
#Person1#: No, uh, sorry.
#Person2#: Uh, well, um, what does your brother look like?
#Person1#: Well, he's fairly tall, he has short light brown hair, and he's pretty thin. He's certainly not a body builder or pro wrestler.
#Person2#: Okay. Um, what else?
#Person1#: Oh, and he usually wears a white baseball cap with crazy looking red shoes. I mean, you can't miss him.
#Person2#: Alright. So, I'm looking for some tall crazy looking guy with wild red shoes who's ready to play baseball?
#Person1#: Exactly.
#Person2#: And what's his name?
#Person1#: Well, uh, Mike, Michael. He goes by either one.
#Person2#: Alright.
#Person1#: Alright. Bye.
#Person2#: I Hope he shows up?
#Person1#: Okay, now, I'll call him.
#Person2#: Alright, bye.
#Person1#: Bye.
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#Person1# has to work so #Person1# will send #Person1#'s brother to meet #Person2# at the airport. #Person1# describes what #Person1#'s brother, Mike, looks like to #Person2#.
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train_2427
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#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: It's about the new clerks you need for the offices. I'm wondering how many people you want to employ.
#Person1#: That depends on what you would like.
#Person2#: I think I'd need about 30 hours a week, including some Saturdays. What do you think?
#Person1#: That's what I was thinking too. We don't want someone who has never worked in the office before.
#Person2#: Yes. It might be helpful if one could speak a second language.
#Person1#: That might prevent too many people asking for the jobs. What about pay, David?
#Person2#: What do you think would be the best to offer?
#Person1#: I think it depends on experience. However, the lowest we could offer is about $ 9,000 per year.
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#Person1# and David are discussing the requirements of the new clerks. They want the clerks to be experienced and the salary depends on experience.
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train_2428
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#Person1#: Look, it's full of traffic here. Is this the shopping district?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. There are a lot of stores, restaurants, and theaters near here.
#Person1#: What is the largest building on the left?
#Person2#: That's Honor Department Store. They sell clothing, furniture, food-almost everything.
#Person1#: Do you like purchasing everything in the supermarket? It's very convenient and saves a lot of time. Now I just want to buy some clothes there.
#Person2#: Wait a minute please. I'd like to recommend some better stores for man's clothes. Look, there, next to the bank, is a man's clothing store building. And there are also some good stores on Park Street.
#Person1#: Are they far from here?
#Person2#: No, it's just three blocks straight ahead.
#Person1#: Ok, maybe I can shop around by myself. Thanks a lot for your help.
#Person2#: That's my pleasure. Go ahead.
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#Person2# introduces the shopping district to #Person1# and recommends some better stores for man's clothes to #Person1#. #Person1#'ll shop around by himself.
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train_2429
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#Person1#: Hi, Jenny. We will have our midterm exams next month. I plan to look for some important books and study at the library. Do you want to join me?
#Person2#: Sure. I need to return some books. They are due today. Besides, I can also read some weekly publications, magazines and newspapers.
#Person1#: Great. We can go to the swimming pool in the gymnasium after that.
#Person2#: Sounds a good idea. Summer is approaching. Today's temperature has reached 35 degree Centigrade. Are you good at swimming?
#Person1#: Well, that's a good question. I haven't swum for almost two years. I think I need more practice.
#Person2#: Oh, it's almost 9. I need to hurry. I am running late now. See you after class at the gate of the library then. Bye!
#Person1#: See you then.
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#Person1# invites Jenny to study for the exams at the library together and go to the swimming pool after that. Jenny agrees.
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train_2430
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#Person1#: Are you ready to visit grandma in Springfield?
#Person2#: Yes. I just have to get the picture that I drew for her.
#Person1#: Great. Let's put it in this box, so it stays nice and flat.
#Person2#: I used the colored pencils that she got me for my birthday to make it, too! She will be happy about that.
#Person1#: Yes, she will. She loves your artwork! I wish I had time to bake a cake.
#Person2#: She would have liked that. You are the best baker, Mom.
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#Person1# and #Person2# will visit grandma in Springfield. #Person2# brings the picture #Person2# drew for grandma.
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train_2431
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#Person1#: Did you hear what Fred did last night?
#Person2#: No,not yet. What happened to him?
#Person1#: I guess he was a little drunk and he had a fight with his brother. Well, he got so mad that he drove his car straight into the front of a drugstore.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: I mean he drove inside. The front of the store was completely destroyed. I actually saw it just now as I walked by. The car is still inside the store.
#Person2#: I'm afraid Fred is in trouble. Where is he now?
#Person1#: I hear he's in the police station. It's lucky no one was hurt.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# Fred drove his car straight into a drugstore last night, and he's in the police station now.
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train_2432
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#Person1#: Billy, you are late again.
#Person2#: I'm sorry I'm late. I overslept. Is the manager here today?
#Person1#: Yes he 's in his office.
#Person2#: Oh, I hope he didn't notice me.
#Person1#: Don't take any chances. It'd be best if you told him and promised not to be late again. He's already mad at you for last 2 times. Any more and he might fire you.
#Person2#: You said it. It won't happen again. Do you really think he'd fire me?
#Person1#: I think he might. You'd better go to his office.
#Person2#: You are probably right. I'll go right now and apologize. I try hard not to be late but it is difficult with Beijing traffic.
#Person1#: Good luck!
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Billy's late for work again. #Person1# advises Billy to apologize to the manager, or he'll probably get fired.
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train_2433
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#Person1#: I am looking for a blouse. Can you show me the way, please?
#Person2#: OK, what style do you want?
#Person1#: I have no idea. Could you recommend me one?
#Person2#: What about this one? It fits you.
#Person1#: Well, the style is quite good, but I think it's too showy. I would like to try on the lighter one.
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#Person2# recommends a blouse to #Person1#. #Person1# would like a lighter one.
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train_2434
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#Person1#: This place is great. I'm surprised there are so many things here.
#Person2#: Yes, but it takes a while to find things. It's not organized as carefully as a regular store.
#Person1#: What's the difference between an outlet and a regular store?
#Person2#: Usually a clothes company will send their overstock to an outlet. The prices are very low. But you may find faulty products here too.
#Person1#: Faulty products?
#Person2#: Yes. Sometimes the fault is very small; if you have a needle and thread, you can fix it yourself. So it's a good deal to buy it.
#Person1#: Oh, that's easy for me. I think it's really a good deal.
#Person2#: Yes. You can save a lot of money in this way.
#Person1#: That's great for me. Look, children's clothes! I'd like to buy some winter clothes for my son and daughter.
#Person2#: Why not buy the sweater? It only costs 30 Yuan.
#Person1#: Yes, I'll take it. Are there any jeans? Xiaohui's jeans are always dirty. I also need four pairs of slippers.
#Person2#: How many do you want to buy?
#Person1#: I ought to make the most of it while I'm here, don't you think?
#Person2#: You're right.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# the difference between an outlet and a regular store. #Person1# thinks an outlet is a good deal and will make the most of it to buy clothes for the family.
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train_2435
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#Person1#: You are going to be really jealous when you find out where I'm headed for the holidays!
#Person2#: Don't tell me! I'm sure it's someplace warm and sunny with great beaches!
#Person1#: You got it! I'm going to spend two fabulous weeks in Hawaii!
#Person2#: You are so lucky! Send me a postcard!
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#Person1# tells #Person2# excitedly #Person1#'s going to Hawaii for holiday.
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train_2436
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#Person1#: Have you finished your work?
#Person2#: Not because I'm keeping an eye on the baby.
#Person1#: Where is the baby's mother?
#Person2#: She is at the supermarket downstairs. She said she would be back in about half an hour.
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#Person2# hasn't finished the work because of the baby.
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train_2437
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#Person1#: Welcome to our university's fifties anniversary, Sir. Please have a seat.
#Person2#: Thank you. Wow, your school has so many honors. Congratulations!
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Excuse me. I wonder see Dean Mr. Lee first. I was wondering if could you tell me where his office is?
#Person1#: Certainly. Mr. Lee's office building at the south end of the campus, just beside the library.
#Person2#: Excuse me?
#Person1#: Let me show you the way. Please follow me.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. It's very kind of you.
#Person1#: My pleasure.
#Person2#: This is it?
#Person1#: It's up on the second floor. You have to use the stairs. The elevator isn't working.
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#Person1# welcomes #Person2# at their university's fifties anniversary and leads #Person2# to Dean Mr. Lee's office.
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train_2438
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#Person1#: So did you get in touch with your brother?
#Person2#: No, not yet. I'm really worried.
#Person1#: Well, it'd be foolish to call the police. He probably just went away overnight.
#Person2#: Maybe you're right. But I'm still worried.
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#Person2#'s worried about #Person2#'s brother. #Person1# comforts #Person2#.
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train_2439
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#Person1#: Would you like some tea or coffee, dear?
#Person2#: No, thanks. It's very late. They will keep me awake the whole night.
#Person1#: Then what about some water?
#Person2#: Yes, please.
#Person1#: Don't work too late since you are not in good health. You should be careful with your health.
#Person2#: I know, but I'll have to finish these reports tonight. Our manager will use them at the meeting tomorrow morning.
#Person1#: You should have got someone to help you.
#Person2#: Everyone is so busy in our company. They all have their own business to deal with.
#Person1#: Sure, that's true. Can I help you with something?
#Person2#: No, I'm afraid you can't. Just turn down the TV a little so that the songs won't interrupt me now and then.
#Person1#: Yes, I will. I do hope that you will finish the report soon and get some sleep.
#Person2#: Don't worry. It won't take me too long.
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#Person1# prepares some water for #Person2# and asks #Person2# not to work too late. #Person2# has to finish the reports tonight and asks #Person1# to turn down the TV.
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train_2440
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#Person1#: Hello, computer consultants.
#Person2#: Hello, I'm interested in the Nova computer.
#Person1#: The basic model or the basic plus?
#Person2#: Which one is more suitable for a small restaurant?
#Person1#: Well, it depends on what you really need. Both of them have the latest and greatest hardware.
#Person2#: Well, we do need a wide range of software.
#Person1#: Then I think you should consider the basic plus.
#Person2#: Do you supply software?
#Person1#: No, we don't supply any software. But we can recommend suppliers. And there's a training program with both models. We also run special courses for new users.
#Person2#: That sounds impressive.
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#Person2# consults #Person1# about the Nova computer. #Person1# recommends the basic plus according to #Person2#'s demands and introduces other services.
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train_2441
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#Person1#: Hello, dad?
#Person2#: Yes, Alice. How are you? Is there anything wrong?
#Person1#: Oh no, I just wanted to call and see how you and mom are. It's been quite a while since I saw you last time.
#Person2#: Oh, we're both fine. How is Jack?
#Person1#: He is fine. He likes his work and got a higher pay last month. We were all pretty pleased about that.
#Person2#: Yes, I think you should be. And how are the kids?
#Person1#: Well, Billy is home from school today. It's his birthday.
#Person2#: Tell him I'll send him a present.
#Person1#: All right. Sally's still taking dancing lessons.
#Person2#: She must be pretty good by now. I'd like to see her sometimes. Well, when are you coming for a visit?
#Person1#: Not for a few months, I'm afraid. But I hope we can come to stay for a few weeks this summer, probably in July.
#Person2#: That would be nice. Call again soon.
#Person1#: OK, dad. Nice talking to you and glad everything is alright. Give mom our love.
#Person2#: Alright. Goodbye.
#Person1#: Goodbye, dad.
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Alice calls her dad to see how the family has been doing. She might come to stay for a few weeks in July.
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train_2442
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#Person1#: Jane, have you ridden the subway?
#Person2#: Yes, I go to work by underground everyday.
#Person1#: On the Internet, there are 9 most beautiful subways in the world.
#Person2#: Is the Shanghai Bund Tourist Tunnel included in it?
#Person1#: Yes. Have you been there?
#Person2#: Yes, I went to Shanghai last month. The Bund Tourist Tunnel connects two best attractions of Shanghai, the Bund and Lujiazui. The tunnel itself is like a light show. You will see the flashing lights, colorful lines and circling images projected on to the real walls.
#Person1#: Yes, it is so magical. Can you show me other subways?
#Person2#: Of course. They are so fascinating.
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Jane describes the Shanghai Bund Tourist Tunnel, which is one of the 9 most beautiful subways in the world, to #Person1#.
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train_2443
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#Person1#: Mark, did you once study abroad?
#Person2#: Yes, I went to Australia as an exchange student about 8 years ago. I was only 16 years old then. I studied there for 2 years.
#Person1#: What was the biggest surprise about your study abroad experience?
#Person2#: Well, before I went to Australia, I was afraid I wouldn't make any friends there. But it turned out it was quite easy for me to make friends there, and there was another big surprise for me too!
#Person1#: What was it?
#Person2#: I didn't expect to have so many great experiences in the country. But in Australia, I often traveled with my new friends. I was even able to travel up and down the East Coast with some great new friends.
#Person1#: Now I can say you really enjoyed your life there.
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Mark tells #Person1# his study-abroad experience in Australia. He's surprised that he made many friends and had so many great experiences there.
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train_2444
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#Person1#: It's good to see the sun again. Let's go out.
#Person2#: Yes, we have been looking forward to this change for many days.
#Person1#: But it's supposed to be cloudy this afternoon.
#Person2#: Oh, I can't believe it. The vegetables in my garden do need sunlight. They're getting yellow.
#Person1#: The same with mine. Even rain would be better than that. But I don't think we can do anything but wait.
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#Person1# and #Person2# are happy with the sun since their plants need sunlight.
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train_2445
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#Person1#: Where are you going, Les?
#Person2#: To the pet shop. I want to buy some cat food for Grace's birthday. She loves her cats and I'm sure she'd like to get some cat food.
#Person1#: But it's Grace's birthday, not her cats'. She enjoys reading. Let's get her a book.
#Person2#: OK. Let's go to the book shop then.
#Person1#: I prefer shopping online. It's easier.
#Person2#: OK. Let's use dad's computer. How about this book on cats. It seems to be interesting. It is only $6.00.
#Person1#: That's quite cheap. But she has that book already. Mom gave it to her for Christmas remember?
#Person2#: OK. Not this book. What then? Some sweets?
#Person1#: It's not your birthday. Grace really dislikes eating sweet things and she wants to lose weight.
#Person2#: I know what, she loves flowers. Let's get her some.
#Person1#: Flowers don't last. I prefer to give presents that last. Let's get her a plant then.
#Person2#: I'd love to give her that. Let's check some pages for plants.
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Les and #Person1# are choosing a birthday gift for Grace. They consider cat food, a book, some sweets, and flowers. Then they decide on a plant.
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train_2446
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#Person1#: I ' d like to open a savings account. Can you tell me how to do it?
#Person2#: Ok, you have to fill out the form. And I let me see three identification cards or documents.
#Person1#: I have the driver ' s license, a membership card and my passport. Would we do?
#Person2#: Let me see them. Yes. There ' re ok.
#Person1#: What ' s the minimum amount I can deposit in an account?
#Person2#: You can deposit and ensure amount of ten dollars.
#Person1#: Thank you.
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#Person2# helps #Person1# open a savings account and tells #Person1# the minimum deposit amount is ten dollars.
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train_2447
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#Person1#: Now darling, I know that we've bought this house together, but it's just going to be far too expensive to decorate it. I think we should sell it.
#Person2#: Oh, no, Nathan, I... I really think we've bought this flat at the right time, you know.Market prices are going to go up, and I think you'll find in a year or two it will be worth a lot more.
#Person1#: But we're going to spend so much money in furnishing and decorating. I think we could get a much cheaper place that's already furnished.
#Person2#: But don't you like this place? I remember when we came to see it we thought it would be lovely.
#Person1#: Well, only you liked it really, darling.
#Person2#: Oh, why didn't you say so then? But I still think we've made a good buy.
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Nathan wants to sell the house because furnishing and decorating will cost much. But #Person2# thinks the house will be worth more in the future.
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train_2448
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#Person1#: Hi, I think I was supposed to call for my test results today.
#Person2#: If you go onto our website and put in your password, you can access your test results.
#Person1#: Are you saying that there weren ' t any problems?
#Person2#: I will always have you come in for a discussion if there is a major problem.
#Person1#: Will I be able to read the results on the website and understand them?
#Person2#: Yes, if you go there, you can see what each test is about.
#Person1#: How will I know what the numbers mean?
#Person2#: You can see your results and how they compare to the normal range.
#Person1#: How can I see test results from tests I have taken before?
#Person2#: We put all of your test results up in the same place. Just check the dates for what you need.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# to check the test results on the website and contact #Person2# if there're any problems.
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#Person1#: Jane, I was wondering if you you had any plans for saturday afternoon.
#Person2#: A friend and I are planing to go out, why? what's up?
#Person1#: There is a special exhibition of french sculptures at the museum, I was hoping you ' d like to come with me.
#Person2#: I am afraid I can't I am going to be out all day.
#Person1#: What about sunday?
#Person2#: i wish i could, but it's my mums birthday.
#Person1#: Maybe next week.
#Person2#: Much as I ' d like to, I am afraid i wont be free next week, I have a lot of work.
#Person1#: Sorry to hear that, I was really looking forward to spending some more time with you, I really enjoyed our last chat.
#Person2#: I am really sorry too, maybe I can give you a call sometime.
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#Person1# invites Jane to an exhibition. But Jane's out on Saturday and Sunday's her mum's birthday. Jane's also busy next week.
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train_2450
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#Person1#: I had a big argument with david yesterday. I hope he ' s not still mad at me.
#Person2#: What did you argue about?
#Person1#: He borrowed some money from me and I needed it back. He said he didn ' t have the money yet.
#Person2#: Well, he should pay you back. It ' s only fair.
#Person1#: Yes, but I got angry with him too quickly. He probably thought that I mistrusted him. I shouldn ' t have got angry.
#Person2#: Did you lend him a lot of money?
#Person1#: Not much. I had to pay an unexpected bill, so I needed the money back.
#Person2#: Well, talk to him about it next time you see him. He probably feels as bad about it as you do. Close friends sometimes have disagreements. It ' s nothing unusual. Neither of you said anything really nasty, did you?
#Person1#: No, we didn ' t. I guess you ' re right. We should patch things up.
#Person2#: Of course you should. You wouldn ' t want a silly argument to ruin a long friendship, would you?
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#Person1# has a big argument with David because #Person1# wanted the money back and got angry too quickly. #Person2# suggests talking to David to protect the friendship.
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train_2451
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#Person1#: My dear, what's for supper?
#Person2#: Red cooked carp and rape with fresh mushrooms.
#Person1#: What about soup?
#Person2#: Sour-peppery soup.
#Person1#: Which condiment do you use for?
#Person2#: I'll use ginger, garlic scallion, hot pepper and vinegar.
#Person1#: Very good, need I help you?
#Person2#: No, don't need, I can do myself.
#Person1#: Thanks. I can watch TV now.
#Person2#: But you must cook that dinner next time.
#Person1#: Okay, I'll do it next time.
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#Person2# is preparing the supper and asks #Person1# to cook the dinner next time.
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train_2452
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#Person1#: can I see your passport, please?
#Person2#: is this line for non-residents?
#Person1#: yes it is. Residents can queen up in the lines to my right.
#Person2#: Ok. Here's my passport.
#Person1#: what's the expiration date on your passport?
#Person2#: I think it's soon, maybe in a few months. It was renewed in Beijing, so the new expiry date is on the last page.
#Person1#: I see. Yes, you'll need to renew your passport in a few months. Make sure you don't let it expire while you are in the UK.
#Person2#: I won't.
#Person1#: do you have anything to declare?
#Person2#: no, I don't have anything to declare.
#Person1#: how long will you be staying in the UK?
#Person2#: I'll be here for about a year.
#Person1#: what is the purpose of your stay?
#Person2#: I'll be studying. I'm doing an MBA at Nottingham University.
#Person1#: where will you be staying?
#Person2#: I have a housing contract with the university. I'll be in a dorm room on campus.
#Person1#: how do you plan on paying for your living costs and tuition fees while you are here?
#Person2#: my father has already paid for that in advance. Here are the receipts.
#Person1#: ok. Have a good day. Here's your passport and documents back.
#Person2#: thank you very much.
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#Person1# checks #Person2#'s passport and reminds #Person2# to renew it before the expiration date. #Person2#'ll study in the UK and live in the dorm with the living costs and tuition covered by #Person2#'s dad.
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train_2453
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#Person1#: Guess what came in the mail today?
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: My acceptance letter to Yale!
#Person2#: Wow! Congratulation! When do classes start?
#Person1#: Freshman orientation is the last week of august, but I want to go two weeks before that to get settled in.
#Person2#: You're so lucky! Do you have to do many things before you leave?
#Person1#: Yes. I'll be very busy! I have to get a visa, buy a plane ticket, and pack my things. But first, I want to register for classes.
#Person2#: When can you do that?
#Person1#: Well, they sent me their prospectus, so I can start looking now. do you want to help me decide which classed to take?
#Person2#: Sure. What can you choose from?
#Person1#: Well, I have to take all the fundamental course, plus a few from my major.
#Person2#: What is your major?
#Person1#: I hope to major in English literature, but the admissions counselor told me that many people change their major many times in their first year, so we'll see.
#Person2#: What are the fundamental course?
#Person1#: In order to graduate, every student must take a certain amount of classes in history, math, English, philosophy, science and art.
#Person2#: Interesting. That's very different from the Chinese education system.
#Person1#: Yes, it is. It's also very different from the British education system.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: oh, sure. In British, students don't have to take the foundation course.
#Person2#: why not?
#Person1#: maybe because they think they know everything already! ha ha.
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#Person1#'s acceptance letter to Yale arrived and #Person1# asks #Person2#'s help to choose classes. #Person1# has to take fundamental courses because every student must take some classes in history, English, science, etc, which is different from the Chinese and British education system.
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train_2454
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#Person1#: Thanks for the advice, Mr. Macmillan. I'll keep it in mind. I had better head off though. I'm meeting my husband for dinner.
#Person2#: Sure, I'm heading out myself. Enjoy your evening.
#Person1#: Thanks, sir. You too. Drive safely, I hear there's a lot ice on the roads.
#Person2#: Thanks for the warning! See you tomorrow!
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#Person1# thanks for Mr. Macmillan's advice and heads off.
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train_2455
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#Person1#: Did you play football yesterday?
#Person2#: Yes, I played with Tony and John.
#Person1#: What did you do after you'd played football?
#Person2#: We all went swimming.
#Person1#: Are you going swimming again this afternoon?
#Person2#: No, we aren't. We're going to help Mr. Smith to plant some flowers.
#Person1#: Are you helping him all afternoon?
#Person2#: Yes, we are. We can neither play football nor do our homework today.
#Person1#: You're, going to be very busy.
#Person2#: Yes, we certainly are. But Mr. Smith is going to pay us for all the work we'll do.
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#Person2# played football and went swimming yesterday. #Person2#'ll help Mr. Smith plant flowers today and he'll pay #Person2#.
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train_2456
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#Person1#: This is the first time for me to have a Chinese guest. I hope you like western cooking.
#Person2#: Yes. I like it very much.
#Person1#: Cooking is a hobby with me. I'm always trying to think up new recipes. I hope you like the soup. It's kind of a specialty of mine, so I hope you enjoy it.
#Person2#: It's excellent.
#Person1#: Thank you for your compliment. Won't you try this fish with white sauce? I'm rather round of it.
#Person2#: It's delicious.
#Person1#: What sort of western food do you like best?
#Person2#: I like beefsteak very much. Have you tried Chinese dishes?
#Person1#: I find the Chinese dishes wonderful.
#Person2#: Well, it's getting late. I have to get up early tomorrow. So I must say good night.
#Person1#: It's still early.
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#Person1# treats #Person2# with Western food and it's the first time for #Person1# to treat a Chinese guest. #Person1# cooks #Person1#'s specialty soup, which #Person2# loves.
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train_2457
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#Person1#: Does your girl friend like swimming?
#Person2#: Yes, she does. She is good at backstroke and free style.
#Person1#: Then you can help her with the breaststroke and sidestroke.
#Person2#: But she wants to learn the butterfly stroke
#Person1#: Really? Then just ask her to follow me.
#Person2#: I heard you are now practicing underwater swimming, aren't you?
#Person1#: Yes. But I still have some difficulties it breathing.
#Person2#: Say, kid, keep on practicing, you're sure to be a first-class swimmer.
#Person1#: To tell you the truth, I have never thought of being a swimmer. I swim just for fun.
#Person2#: That's good.
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#Person2#'s girlfriend wants to learn the butterfly stroke, and #Person1# asks her to follow #Person1#. #Person1# swims just for fun.
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train_2458
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#Person1#: What's taking you so long?
#Person2#: Don't worry. I'm almost finished.
#Person1#: I need you to hurry up.
#Person2#: All right. I'm finished.
#Person1#: I think there's more you need to do.
#Person2#: What do you mean by that?
#Person1#: My hair looks awful.
#Person2#: What don't you like about it?
#Person1#: I just don't like my hair.
#Person2#: I'm sorry that you don't like it.
#Person1#: I won't be paying you for this.
#Person2#: I'm sure we can work something out.
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#Person1# thinks #Person1#'s hair looks awful and dislikes it. #Person1# won't pay #Person2#.
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