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train_2459
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#Person1#: Hi, I am afraid that the fax machine in my room won't be working till tomorrow. A technician has just come and checked it. He will bring me a new one tomorrow. It seems there is a big problem with mine and it will take some days for repairing. Can I use the one in your office?
#Person2#: Of course you can. I am sure this one works very well. I just sent dozens of pages. How many pages are you sending? Are you familiar with my fax machine?
#Person1#: Yes, I think you have the same model as I have. Does your fax machine print out immediately a transmission protocol?
#Person2#: Yes, it will print immediately.
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#Person1#'s fax machine stops working, so #Person1# asks to use #Person2#'s. #Person2#'s fax machine can print out immediately.
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train_2460
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#Person1#: Good evening, ma'am. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like to use a safety deposit box.
#Person1#: Will the object fit into this size of box?
#Person2#: Let me see. I think it's OK.
#Person1#: Could you fill out this form, please, ma'am?
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Thank you, ma'am. Would you like to use it until May 20th?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: This way, please. Your box number is 522.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: If you would like to use the contents during the period of use, please come here in person. After confirming your signature, we will open the box.
#Person2#: I see. Thank you.
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#Person1# helps #Person2# reserve a safety deposit box until May 20th and will confirm #Person2#'s signature to open the box.
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train_2461
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#Person1#: Hello, this is Li King. Can I talk to your manager?
#Person2#: Sorry, he has just gone out now. Can I take a message for you?
#Person1#: Yes. Would you please kindly tell him I want to apply for a proof-reader in your newspaper?
#Person2#: OK, I got it.
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#Person2# helps #Person1# leave a message to the manager.
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train_2462
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#Person1#: Hello. Overseas operator. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like to make a collect call to Japan.
#Person1#: Your name, please?
#Person2#: It's Helen Kent.
#Person1#: Who would you like to talk to?
#Person2#: I'd like to talk to Mr. Edna Kent.
#Person1#: Is that Mr. Edna Kent?
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: What number are you calling from, please?
#Person2#: From code 513, 432-6748.
#Person1#: And the number in Japan, please?
#Person2#: Country code is 81, area code 138, and the number is 846-8972.
#Person1#: Hold the line, please. I'll put your call through.
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#Person1# helps Helen Kent make a collect call to Mr. Edna Kent in Japan.
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train_2463
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#Person1#: I think I need some iced water, too. Is there an extra charge for that?
#Person2#: Yes. We charge 50 cents for iced water.
#Person1#: That's fine. Could you give me some more napkins, too?
#Person2#: Sure. Do you need anything else?
#Person1#: Yes. I would also like some sweet-and-sour sauce and pepper.
#Person2#: I'll put all that into the bag for you.
#Person1#: Do I owe you for the sauce, pepper and napkins?
#Person2#: No, there's no charge for those.
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#Person1# asks #Person2# for some iced water charged for 50 cents and free napkins, sauce, and pepper.
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train_2464
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#Person1#: Why is there no water coming out when you turn on the faucet?
#Person2#: Not even a single drop?
#Person1#: Well, it's just drip drip drip. But that's not water.
#Person2#: I don't know. Since yesterday morning, the water pressure has dropped to a little more than a drip.
#Person1#: Did you call the apartment management yet?
#Person2#: Yeah, I called and they said they'd send someone over.
#Person1#: How long ago did you do that?
#Person2#: It was 36 hours ago.
#Person1#: That's outrageous! I just don't understand why they're not on top of this.
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#Person1# says there's no water out of the faucet. #Person2# called the apartment management long ago, but no one comes.
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train_2465
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#Person1#: Can I leave early today?
#Person2#: Sure. I don't mind.
#Person1#: And can I come in late tomorrow?
#Person2#: I don't see why not.
#Person1#: And may I take Friday off?
#Person2#: Go ahead. It's OK with me.
#Person1#: One more thing. Would you give me a ten-dollar raise?
#Person2#: No.
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#Person2# agrees #Person1# comes late and leaves early but won't give #Person1# any raise.
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train_2466
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#Person1#: Front desk, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I need a wake-up call tomorrow at seven thirty.
#Person1#: Sure. Your room number, PLS?
#Person2#: Room 1019.
#Person1#: Room 1019, tomorrow at seven thirty. Ok, we will give you a call in the morning.
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#Person2# asks #Person1# for a wake-up call tomorrow.
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train_2467
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#Person1#: Cute. . . Here. These beans are already ground. Now for step three
#Person2#: So soon?
#Person1#: You have to brew the grinds while they're fresh and drink it immediately for the best flavor.
#Person2#: OK! Hurry, then! Here's my cup. I can't wait for step four!
#Person1#: There is no step four. . .
#Person2#: Yes, there is, drinking your coffee!
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#Person1# tells #Person2# to brew the grinds and drink the coffee immediately.
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train_2468
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#Person1#: Stephen, can you work overtime tonight?
#Person2#: What's wrong? We have been working overtime recently.
#Person1#: The holiday is coming so we need to finish our task.
#Person2#: Must we finish our task before the holiday?
#Person1#: Yes. The contract must be kept.
#Person2#: OK. I know. But Bob wanted to change shifts with me tonight.
#Person1#: Did he say why?
#Person2#: He said he would celebrate his girlfriend's birthday.
#Person1#: Don't worry. I will tell him about that.
#Person2#: It is convenient for me to work overtime tonight.
#Person1#: Thank you for that. And I will double your pay.
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#Person1# asks Stephen to work overtime, but Bob wanted to change shifts with Stephen. #Person1#'ll tell Bob and double Stephen's pay.
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train_2469
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#Person1#: How do you spend your spare time? Are you interested in sports?
#Person2#: I have many hobbies, I like almost all kinds of sports and I also like to listen to pop songs.
#Person1#: Do you think you are introverted or extroverted?
#Person2#: I think I am extroverted.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s hobbies, and #Person2#'s extroverted.
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train_2470
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#Person1#: I think I may rent this apartment from you.
#Person2#: That would be wonderful.
#Person1#: Can you tell me how much I would have to pay for rent?
#Person2#: The rent is $ 1050 every month.
#Person1#: That's way too much.
#Person2#: What is good for you?
#Person1#: I can afford about $ 800 a month for rent.
#Person2#: That's not high enough.
#Person1#: How much more are you thinking?
#Person2#: I can let it go at $ 900 a month.
#Person1#: That's almost perfect.
#Person2#: I can live with that too.
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#Person1# may rent the apartment #Person1#, and they agree on $900 a month for rent.
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train_2471
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#Person1#: What kind of life do you prefer, city life or country life?
#Person2#: In comparison to city life, the country life is quiet and peaceful.
#Person1#: But it doesn't have all the modern convenience offered by the city.
#Person2#: Yeah, I agree. Every wall has two sides.
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#Person1# asks #Person2#'s preference for city or country life.
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train_2472
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#Person1#: Hello. What can I do for you today?
#Person2#: I've got some documents here that go with the L / C our company opened 10 days ago. I think there is something wrong.
#Person1#: Really? Have you checked everything carefully?
#Person2#: Very carefully, that's when I found the problem.
#Person1#: Ah, I see. The goods description is totally different from what you are expecting, right?
#Person2#: Yep, you've got it! What should we do?
#Person1#: Usually, if the problem is insignificant I advise the customer to go ahead ; it's normally a translation problem or something like that. But this does seem a little more serious. I suggest you get back on to them right now and ask them about it. Hopefully you can sort it out over the phone.
#Person2#: That's a great idea ; thanks for your help.
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Something's wrong with #Person2#'s company's L/C, and the goods description is different from what #Person2#'s expecting. #Person1# suggests going back to them and asking about it.
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train_2473
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#Person1#: Good evening, sir. I understand that you have been robbed.
#Person2#: I certainly have.
#Person1#: When did this happen?
#Person2#: About two hours ago.
#Person1#: Why didn't you report it before?
#Person2#: I couldn't. I was bound and gagged.
#Person1#: Please tell me exactly what happened.
#Person2#: I was sitting in this room watching television when someone knocked on the door. Without thinking, I opened it.
#Person1#: That wasn't very wise, sir.
#Person2#: I know. I was expecting my wife, you see, and thought it was her.
#Person1#: You should never open a door without looking to see who it is.
#Person2#: Yes, I know. I regret it very much.
#Person1#: What happened?
#Person2#: Two men pushed into the flat. One of them threatened me with a knife while the other bound and gagged me.
#Person1#: Did you get a good look at them?
#Person2#: I'm afraid not. They were both wearing stockings over their faces.
#Person1#: What did they take?
#Person2#: My wallet, with $ 200 in it, my wrist watch. some of my wife's jewellery from our bedroom, and a silver photoframe.
#Person1#: They don't seem to have done much damage to the flat.
#Person2#: No. They had just begun to search when the dogs next door began to bark. Theran off then leaving me bound and gagged. It was some time before my wifereturned and released me. I phoned the police at o
#Person1#: My men began searching the area as soon as we received your call. I can't promise you that we'll recover your property but we'll certainly do our best.
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#Person2# has been robbed and tells #Person1# exactly what happened. #Person2# opened the door without checking, and two men wearing stockings over their faces came in. One man bound and gagged #Person2# and they took the wallet, jewellery, etc. #Person1#'s men will do their best to recover #Person2#'s loss.
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train_2474
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#Person1#: Wow! They've got everything here. All the world's famous brands. Aunt Cindy, what is your favorite brand?
#Person2#: I love all the fashionable things. But my favorite brand is Chanel.
#Person1#: Oh, that's a very expensive brand, but with good reason.
#Person2#: Yeah. Each style is specially designed by world's top designers. So they can always make you look amazing.
#Person1#: I see. Come here. The high heels here look really attractive. But I wonder whether it's comfortable to wear any of them?
#Person2#: Not really, especially at the beginning, if you wear high heels all day long, your feet would hurt. But, no big deal. Women can always get used to that.
#Person1#: It's not a simple thing to be beautiful.
#Person2#: Sure. But everyone loves to be beautiful. Hey, do you think this pair of sunglasses matches the handbag well?
#Person1#: Yeah, very tasteful. And with them, you look even more fashionable. Oh, there are so many French perfumers. Oops, perfumes for guys? So strange!
#Person2#: Come on. Fashion is not only for women. Men also share the equal right to chase fashion. It's the new fashion for men to wear perfumes, which is called cologne.
#Person1#: Oh, really, that's really something new. I'm afraid not everyone can accept it.
#Person2#: It takes time for that. But people's consuming attitudes are changing quickly.
#Person1#: That's true. Well, it's obvious that fashion is not a cheap thing. So, do you spend all your money on it?
#Person2#: No. Fashion is just part of my life, which improves its quality. But also, I'm good at financing. I have a credit card, but I never overdraft.
#Person1#: How is it that you are my mom's sis? You two are so different. She always picks up bargains and spends more than she earns. You do so much better than her.
#Person2#: I have to say that's just the result of difference of our consumptive habits.
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#Person2# likes Channel best because each style is designed by top designers. #Person1# sees attractive high heels, and #Person2# says even though it hurts to wear them, women get used to it. #Person1# finds some perfumes for guys, and #Person2# explains it's a new fashion. #Person2# uses fashion to improve life quality and knows about financing, which is different from #Person1#'s mom.
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train_2475
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#Person1#: You're all set to leave.
#Person2#: I can't believe it.
#Person1#: What are your plans?
#Person2#: I plan on going back to school.
#Person1#: What will your major be?
#Person2#: I'm not sure yet, but I plan to do good things.
#Person1#: You don't have plans to end up back here, do you?
#Person2#: I have no plans on being back.
#Person1#: You don't belong here.
#Person2#: That's true.
#Person1#: Good luck with your life.
#Person2#: I'm going to be fine.
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#Person2#'s leaving and tells #Person1# #Person2#'s plan to go to school without coming back.
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train_2476
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#Person1#: Do you have any questions you want to ask?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to know if there would be any future opportunities for specific training.
#Person1#: If necessary there will be. Any other questions?
#Person2#: When will I know your decision?
#Person1#: We'll give you our decision in a few days. How can we get in touch with you?
#Person2#: I can be reached at my office during work hours and at home in the evening. My office phone number and home phone number are in my resume.
#Person1#: Thank you for your interest in our company.
#Person2#: Thank you, sir. I expect to hear from you as soon as possible.
#Person1#: Would you please let the next applicant come in on your way out?
#Person2#: All right. Goodbye.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# there'll be future opportunities for specific training if necessary and will inform #Person2# of the results soon.
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train_2477
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#Person1#: What kind of promotional events are scheduled for the new product line?
#Person2#: Marketing has us set up with product launches in five major cities, as well as some sponsoring events throughout the year. All together, there will be 15 events.
#Person1#: What kind of sponsoring are we talking about? I don't know how effective sponsorship really is. . .
#Person2#: It's not what you're thinking. These events will give us a wider exposure than most. Take the tri-city marathon for starters. This is a highly publicized event. The television exposure alone will nearly double our customer awareness.
#Person1#: Other than the marathon, what else is on the list?
#Person2#: We've got a spot in Olympic Stadium sponsoring one of a team's equipment, then a rally for cancer research, and a connection to the inner-city education program.
#Person1#: Sports, medicine, education. . . seems kind of random, don't you think?
#Person2#: It might seem that way, but this events were all carefully chosen based on marketing research. These are the events that our customers and potential customers care about.
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#Person2# says they have 15 sponsoring events. #Person1# doubts the effectiveness, but #Person2# says it offers a wider exposure. #Person2# sponsors a marathon, a rally, etc., which are carefully chosen.
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train_2478
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#Person1#: Wow! It's hot today! Do you want to get an ice cream cone?
#Person2#: No Let's go to an ice cream parlor! They have way more flavors to choose from there. I feel like having something special like Neapolitan ice cream.
#Person1#: What's that?
#Person2#: It's three different flavors mixed together. Chocolate, strawberry and something green with candied fruit.
#Person1#: Do they have ice cream bars. frozen yogurt or frozen chocolate mousse?
#Person2#: Absolutely! They also have real Italian Galatian and French sorbets. They do a great baked Alaska.
#Person1#: Maybe a vanilla ice cream milkshake would be good. What's your favorite flavor?
#Person2#: Well. . . l like the traditional flavors like rum raisin, butter pecan. maple walnut, strawberry, chocolate and vanilla. But now there are some new flavors from Asia like green tea and durian.
#Person1#: God! Even talking about it makes me feel like l'm gaining weight!
#Person2#: That's OK. We can go jogging, after we eat!
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#Person2# suggests going to an ice cream parlor where there are Neapolitan ice cream, frozen yogurt, etc. #Person1#'d like a vanilla ice cream milkshake, and #Person2# likes traditional flavors.
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train_2479
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#Person1#: You're looking very well.
#Person2#: Thank you. I try to keep in shape.
#Person1#: Do you often exercise?
#Person2#: Yes, as long as I can find the time. I like swimming best.
#Person1#: What style of swimming do you like best?
#Person2#: I like the back best. I am good at freestyle stroke, but I usually use breast stroke as it keeps me from getting tired.
#Person1#: I think butterfly stroke is the most difficult style to learn.
#Person2#: I agree. I'm not good at it, either. Can you swim? How about going for a swim this Saturday?
#Person1#: Oh, no. I am quite a stone in the water and cannot swim.
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#Person2# often exercises and likes swimming best. #Person1# thinks butterfly stroke is the hardest, and #Person2# agrees.
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train_2480
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#Person1#: How many places have you worked altogether?
#Person2#: Three.
#Person1#: Would you tell me the general description of your present job?
#Person2#: I am in charge of the trading department. I'm handling invoices, shipping bills and computing freight costs, that's most of the documentation.
#Person1#: What time do you go to work?
#Person2#: I must be there no later than 9:00.
#Person1#: What time does the office close?
#Person2#: I quit work whenever I get finished, usually about six o'clock.
#Person1#: Does your work involve a lot of paper filling and typing?
#Person2#: No, the secretary does this. It's not part of my job.
#Person1#: What made you decide to change your job?
#Person2#: I am working in a small company where further promotion is impossible, so I decided to change my job. I'd like to find a job which is more challenging.
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#Person2# has worked three places altogether and tells #Person1# the general description of #Person2#'s present job. #Person2# wants to change #Person2#'s job because further promotion is impossible.
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train_2481
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#Person1#: You live in Washington, don't you?
#Person2#: No. I work in Washington, but I live in Maryland. My home is in Potomac, Maryland.
#Person1#: How far is it form Washington?
#Person2#: It's not very far. Just about fifteen miles.
#Person1#: So you commute from home to work. How do you like commuting?
#Person2#: It's not bad. I'm used to it now.
#Person1#: How long does it take?
#Person2#: It depends on the traffic. It takes forty-five minutes in the morning, because the traffic is very bad then.
#Person1#: I suppose the traffic is bad at the end of the day, too, when commuters are leaving the city.
#Person2#: Yes. The worst time is between five and six. It sometimes takes me fifty minutes to drive home, if I can't leave Washington before five o'clock.
#Person1#: How long does it take when there's not much traffic?
#Person2#: Only twenty-five minutes. Commuting is easy then.
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#Person2# works in Washington but lives in Maryland. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# takes 45 minutes to commute in the morning and 55 minutes after work if traffic is bad.
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train_2482
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#Person1#: Red House Restaurant. May I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to book a table.
#Person1#: For how many?
#Person2#: Just two.
#Person1#: For what time?
#Person2#: 8:00.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, there aren't any tables left for 8: 00, but we can give you one for 7:00 or 9:00.
#Person2#: All right. 9:00 then.
#Person1#: May I have your name, please?
#Person2#: Miller.
#Person1#: A table for two at 9:00 for Mr. Miller. Thank you.
#Person2#: Thank you.
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A table at 8:00 is unavailable and #Person1# helps Miller book one at 9:00.
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train_2483
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#Person1#: I hear your boss has a real good impression of you and he is thinking about giving you two more days off each month.
#Person2#: I hope not. I'd rather get more work hours so I can get enough bucks to help out my two kids at college.
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#Person2# would rather work than have days off.
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train_2484
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#Person1#: What do you want to do tonight?
#Person2#: How about going to the cinema? I should be home from work at 5:45. Then we can go out and eat before we see a film.
#Person1#: What do you want to see?
#Person2#: There's a good art film at the Green House Cinema.
#Person1#: Let's see...it starts at 6:15. I don't think we can get there in time to see the beginning. How about the action film at the New State Cinema? It starts at 6:50. Perhaps the 7:00 one at the UME Cinema is even better. It stars Jackie Chan.
#Person2#: OK, that's fine. I like him, too.
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#Person2# suggests watching a film. Due to time limits, #Person1# chooses an action film at 6:50, and #Person2# agrees.
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train_2485
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#Person1#: Hi, Jim. I haven't seen you for a few weeks.
#Person2#: Oh, hi, Mary. I have been studying a lot for my final exam.
#Person1#: Well, this semester is about over now.
#Person2#: Yeah. My brother is coming for a visit this summer, and we'd like to see some of the country, but traveling is so expensive.
#Person1#: Have you thought about camping?
#Person2#: Camping? I've never done that.
#Person1#: I think you'll really like it. You can rent the equipment you need.
#Person2#: Is it cheap?
#Person1#: Yeah, much cheaper than buying or staying at the hotel.
#Person2#: Good idea. Here is my bus. I'll talk to you about this again and get all the details.
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Jim and his brother want to travel but it's expensive. Mary suggests camping and renting the equipment, which is cheaper.
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train_2486
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#Person1#: Waiter, we'd like a menu first, please.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Well, we are waiting for two friends, so could we just have a look at the menu for a while?
#Person2#: Take your time. When you need anything, just call me.
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#Person1# asks #Person2# for a menu.
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train_2487
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#Person1#: I want take shella on a date, but I don't have much money.
#Person2#: What does she like to do?
#Person1#: She likes to golf, dance and eat foreign food.
#Person2#: Sounds like she has pretty pricy tastes.
#Person1#: Well, I really like being with her.
#Person2#: Have you thought about going in Dutch?
#Person1#: Dutch, where is that?
#Person2#: Not where, what. Dutch means you both pay your own way.
#Person1#: Oh, I wonder if she'll go for that.
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#Person1# wants to take Shella on a date, and #Person2# suggests going in Dutch.
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train_2488
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#Person1#: So, how's your work?
#Person2#: Good. How about you?
#Person1#: I am going to resign. A few of the new staff have already left. Obviously, a lot of similar jobs pay much better salaries.
#Person2#: But your company is huge. Can't they afford to pay the staff decent wages.
#Person1#: But we have a policy of paying according to seniority in the company, so new employees get quite low salary, no matter how excellent they have done.
#Person2#: That's shortsighted. By the time the workers are experienced and contributing. They are likely to go.
#Person1#: That's why I am going to leave.
#Person2#: But you have already worked there for five years.
#Person1#: I am worried about my future. I can't believe that our company is as big as it is. The company can only continue to grow by taking care of its staff.
#Person2#: Well. The management doesn't seem to think that way. Anyways, you have to think twice before you act.
#Person1#: Thank you. I will.
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#Person1# wants to resign because the company pays according to seniority. #Person2# thinks the policy is shortsighted but also reminds #Person1# to think twice.
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train_2489
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#Person1#: Hey, do you know the bus company network system crashed?
#Person2#: I heard about it several days ago!
#Person1#: That is unbelievable!
#Person3#: Daddy, can you tell me what they are talking about?
#Person4#: They are talking about the network of the bus company.
#Person3#: Why is their network not working?
#Person4#: Because of the IC cards.
#Person3#: The IC card?
#Person4#: Yes, Beijing is a big city and there are about 7, 000, 000 people using IC cards on buses.
#Person3#: And?
#Person4#: All the people were checking the balance of their cards on the Internet at the same time, that's why the system crashed.
#Person3#: Oh, that is horrible!
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#Person1# tells #Person2# the bus system crashed. #Person4# explains to #Person3# that's because everyone checked the balance of their IC cards.
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train_2490
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#Person1#: And anything to drink?
#Person2#: Yes, a red wine and a cup of coffee.
#Person1#: How do you like your coffee?
#Person2#: With milk but without sugar, please.
#Person1#: Then how about the wine? Is white wine OK?
#Person2#: Yes, please.
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#Person1# helps #Person2# order some drinks.
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train_2491
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#Person1#: What are your plans for today Mark? Nick and I are going shopping. Do you want to come too?
#Person2#: Well as a matter of fact. I'm eating Steve. He's writing an article and he's asked me to take some photos for it.
#Person1#: An article? About What?
#Person2#: Oh, just People. Anyway, I'm seeing Steve at the zoo at 10.
#Person1#: Oh. well, let's meet for lunch shall we? How about that sandwich bar we went to on Friday? I'll see you there about 12:30.
#Person2#: Sounds good. See you.
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#Person1# invites Mark to shop, but Mark has to help Steve take photos. They'll meet for lunch then.
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train_2492
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#Person1#: I need to exercise more, but I'm bored with my normal workout. What do you think I could try next?
#Person2#: I'd say a good choice would be to add swimming to your routine.
#Person1#: What about running?
#Person2#: At this point, I don't think you're ready for that, your knees are still a little weak. You need an activity little make them stronger without injuring them, and swimming is perfect for that.
#Person1#: OK I'll take your advice. There's a pool at this gym isn't there?
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#Person1#'s bored with #Person1#'s normal workout. #Person2# recommends swimming, and #Person1#'ll take the advice.
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train_2493
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#Person1#: The food looks really delicious.
#Person2#: Sure it is, the wedding ceremony is wonderful, too.
#Person1#: The bride looks so happy today. Are you a friend of Catherine's?
#Person2#: Yes, we were in the same class at college. How about you?
#Person1#: I'm a close friend of David's. How handsome he is in wedding clothes today. Well, may I have your name please?
#Person2#: Jackson. I'm working in Chengdu, but I worked in Wuhan a year ago, and you?
#Person1#: My name is Janet. I'm living in Mianyang. Ah, life in Chengdu, is it exciting?
#Person2#: But the traffic is too heavy. I admire your easy life here.
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Jackson is Catherine's friend and Janet is David's friend. They introduce themselves at Catherine and David's wedding.
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train_2494
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#Person1#: Wait. What are you doing with that soft tomato?
#Person2#: I'm throwing it away.
#Person1#: I'll take it, and I'll take that hard bread, too.
#Person2#: Stop, you can't get that out of the trash.
#Person1#: I'm trying to do my part to reduce food waste. And these vegetables are still OK to eat.
#Person2#: Fine, but they've been thrown away.
#Person1#: What are you going to do with that meat that doesn't look fresh?
#Person2#: I'm going to throw that away, too.
#Person1#: I'll take it. I'm sure I can make something eatable with it.
#Person2#: You can't be serious. I can't bear eating that kind of spoiled meat.
#Person1#: It doesn't go bad, it's just beyond the freshness.
#Person2#: Well, please, you can have all of the food.
#Person1#: And to show my thanks, I'll invite you to lunch tomorrow.
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#Person1# takes #Person2#'s soft tomatoes, hard bread and unfresh meat. #Person1#'s surprised but #Person2# tries to reduce food waste. Then #Person2# invites #Person1# to lunch to show thanks.
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#Person1#: Well, hello, Mr. Atkins. I haven't seen you for weeks, where have you been all this time?
#Person2#: Oh, I've just been to Japan on business.
#Person1#: You sure get around. How many countries have you been to?
#Person2#: Pretty close to 60 countries now. I guess I'm a real world traveler.
#Person1#: Well, if you aren't, I don't know who is.
#Person2#: Maybe someday, I'll settle down here. I just can't seem to stay in one place for very long.
#Person1#: How many years have you been traveling?
#Person2#: I've been with the company for 25 years and traveling all the time.
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Mr Atkins tells #Person1# he's been to Japan. Atkins has been to 60 countries and traveling for 25 years.
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#Person1#: I'm going to go shopping for groceries in a little bit.
#Person2#: Why, do we need groceries?
#Person1#: I believe we are all out of food.
#Person2#: Do you know what to get?
#Person1#: I don't know what we need.
#Person2#: Why don't you go and check the refrigerator?
#Person1#: I would appreciate it if you would do that for me.
#Person2#: Why don't you just get the basics?
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Eggs, milk, bread. Things like that.
#Person1#: Go make that list.
#Person2#: Sure, no problem.
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#Person1#'s going shopping for groceries but doesn't know what to buy. #Person2# suggests getting the basics.
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#Person1#: I will take it. How much?
#Person2#: $ 60.
#Person1#: I am sure you can do better than that.
#Person2#: Sorry, sir. It's the sale price.
#Person1#: Well, what about $ 70 with a scarf?
#Person2#: It's my rock bottom price. Take it or leave it.
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#Person1# is bargaining with #Person2# but fails.
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#Person1#: Mary, it's good to see you!
#Person2#: Josh and I were just on our way back home from the beach and thought we'd drop by.
#Person1#: I am so glad that you decided to stop by!
#Person2#: Yes, it has been a long time since we have seen you.
#Person1#: Mary, can I get Josh or you something to drink?
#Person2#: Oh no, thank you. We aren't all that thirsty.
#Person1#: How about a little snack then?
#Person2#: No, thank you, we just ate lunch a little while ago.
#Person1#: Well then, how is your family?
#Person2#: Everyone is doing great. My sister finally had her baby.
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Mary and Josh drop by #Person1#. #Person1# treats them with hospitality and asks Mary about her family.
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#Person1#: Hi, what brings you to my office today?
#Person2#: I have been getting really short of breath, and my coach wanted to have a doctor check me out.
#Person1#: Have you had the flu lately?
#Person2#: No, I have been pretty healthy. I just have trouble taking a really deep breath.
#Person1#: Have you ever been tested for allergies?
#Person2#: Peaches make me break out, but I don't have any other allergies.
#Person1#: Does this happen all the time or maybe a little more in the cold weather?
#Person2#: I have noticed that it is worse when I am under stress, like during finals week.
#Person1#: I feel that you should see a pulmonary specialist to check for asthma.
#Person2#: I appreciate the referral, doctor.
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#Person2# has trouble breathing lately and it's worse when under stress. #Person1# suggests seeing a pulmonary specialist to check for asthma.
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#Person1#: Has the chief accepted our plan?
#Person2#: Not yet. I guess we should send Jim along to talk to the chief since he is such an apple polisher. I am sure he can help.
#Person1#: Let's have a try.
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#Person2# suggests #Person1# ask Jim to talk to the chief.
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#Person1#: Look! The girl is so beautiful and she is smiling at me. She is lovely.
#Person2#: I can't agree with you. She's pretty, but she always blows hot and cold.
#Person1#: What makes you think so?
#Person2#: She's my sister, you know.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# the girl #Person1# admires is temperamental.
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#Person1#: How is grandpa doing recently?
#Person2#: Not good. The doctor told him not to smoke again, but it just rolls off him like water off the duck's back!
#Person1#: Maybe I would talk with him someday.
#Person2#: I hope it will be of some use.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1#'s grandpa isn't good because he can't quit smoking.
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#Person1#: I would much rather see her once or twice and not do anything about it,, what could I about it anyway?
#Person2#: Don't say things like this. Please be confident. I think you still have the chance to win her love, unless you don't love her anymore.
#Person1#: Don't you think she is a bit out of my way?
#Person2#: In some way, she is more modern.
#Person1#: If I do try to do anything, I'd only be sent off with a flea in my ear.
#Person2#: If you really think so, in my opinion you should give up this feeling completely.
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#Person1# complains to #Person2# about his failure of pursuing a girl. #Person2# advises #Person1# to be confident.
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#Person1#: Hey Steve. When's the next time you're going to play golf?
#Person2#: I'm going out this Saturday. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: Do you already have a foursome? I would like to play with you.
#Person2#: Unfortunately, we do. Let's plan for something together for Wednesday. We can go right after work.
#Person1#: That sounds good. Where do you want to play?
#Person2#: We won't have much time, so let's play somewhere close to work.
#Person1#: Let's me think. How about Bellevue? It's pretty close to your company.
#Person2#: How much does it cost over there?
#Person1#: Twilight rates are 21 dollars.
#Person2#: That's pretty good. Let's do it.
#Person1#: Aright. I'll get a tea time for Wednesday at about 4 o'clock.
#Person2#: Make it 4 o'clock.
#Person1#: Ok. I'll call you later when I get a tea time.
#Person2#: Sounds good. I'll see you on Wednesday then.
#Person1#: Aright. Have fun on Saturday.
#Person2#: Will do.
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Steve will play golf this Saturday and invites #Person1# to play golf on Wednesday. They decide to go to Bellevue and #Person1# will get tea time at 4.
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#Person1#: Do you know anyone who's had plastic surgery?
#Person2#: You mean like a breast enlargement? I don't think that's really necessary. That's not the way a woman should stay attractive.
#Person1#: Why not? Why can't we go back to the way things were?
#Person2#: Because. . . I don't know. But, Connie, you wouldn't do that, would you?
#Person1#: Darned right I would!
#Person2#: Maybe make-up would be enough?
#Person1#: Come on, Liz. Be open-minded! Look at my eyes, they are puffy. And my eye bags, they are dark and loose and full of lines and circles. I really hope surgery can wipe out the tired feelings.
#Person2#: But what would other people think?
#Person1#: I don't care what other people think. I am ready for a lift.
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Connie wants to have plastic surgery. Liz tries to persuade her to give it up but Connie has made up her mind.
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#Person1#: I have been very busy this year, working late, often taking work home and taking no vacation. I feel exhausted.
#Person2#: You should ask for a holiday and relax yourself for a little bit. You worked so hard.
#Person1#: You are right. For the past few weeks, I had no appetite and couldn't sleep well. What's worse my back started aching this Monday. It is time for me to take a vacation.
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#Person1# feels exhausted from work lately. #Person2# suggests asking for a holiday.
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#Person1#: I'm calling to ask about your apartment you advertised.
#Person2#: Yes, we've got great apartments with charming environment and nice scenery. And they are all newly renovated.
#Person1#: That sounds fantastic! But I am looking for something closer to downtown, as I spend most of my time at the office.
#Person2#: No problem. We have a nice apartment located near the Oriental Square. It's perfect for people busy with office work. It is fully furnished with a service staff taking care of the trivial details.
#Person1#: I'm sure they are wonderful, but I need an unfurnished apartment with relatively lower cost.
#Person2#: Ah! I get your point. We have just what you need. Our Jinyuan apartments have several floor plans. The one bedroom apartments are very economical, but their layout makes great use of a small amount of space. I think you can find a very apartment there.
#Person1#: Great! I'll arrange a viewing after work tomorrow afternoon. Could you tell me the detailed dress?
#Person2#: Of course. It's just at 19 Lingual Road. You can phone me again if you can't find the right place.
#Person1#: OK. Thank you.
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#Person1# phones to ask about the apartments #Person2# advertised. #Person1# wants an unfurnished apartment near downtown with a relatively lower cost. #Person2# recommends the Jinyuan apartments at Lingual Road. #Person2#'ll arrange a viewing.
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#Person1#: I can see by your resume here that you studied business administration.
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: So I wonder why you want to work for a newspaper.
#Person2#: I did reporting for the university newspaper in my school. And I always be very interested in journalism.
#Person1#: But journalism, it is a very different profession from administration. You know a lot about administration. Why don't you choose to work for a company looking for managers?
#Person2#: I study the administration. Yes. But I'm more attracted to writing articles. I want to use my knowledge of business to write financial news.
#Person1#: A new reporter must expect to work many hours.
#Person2#: I know that starting reporters work many hours. I'm very willing to take on the challenge.
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#Person1# interviews #Person2# who wants to be a reporter. Though #Person2# studied business administration, #Person2# prefers to work for a newspaper and writing financial news.
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train_2509
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#Person1#: Hey, Gary, great to see you again. Please have a seat. So tell me, what seems to be the problem?
#Person2#: Thanks, doc. I'Ve got a really bad toothache! I can't eat anything, and look, my face is all swollen. I think it might be my wisdom tooth.
#Person1#: Well, let's have a look. Open wide. Hmm. . . this doesn't look good. Well, it looks like you have a cavity and your crown is loose. We'll need to put in a filling before it gets any worse, and the crown probably needs to be refitted. I'm going to order some x-rays.
#Person2#: Is it gonna hurt?
#Person1#: No, not at all! Just lay back and relax.
#Person2#: Ok, spit.
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Gary has got a toothache. #Person1# tells him he has a cavity and a loose crown Then #Person1# orders some x-rays for Gary.
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#Person1#: Welcome to Lincoln Bank. What can we do for you today?
#Person2#: Hello. I called earlier in the week and spoke to someone in the personal loans department about an overseas study loan. She said to come in as soon as I had the chance, as this must be done in person. I'd like to apply today.
#Person1#: OK, that's absolutely fine. I will need to see some credentials before we can get started. Do you have the notification of admission letter from your university, your passport and your visa with you?
#Person2#: Yes, yes. It's all here. There you go. I'm not sure if I need any other proof or guarantee to get this loan, do I?
#Person1#: You do, I'm afraid. There are 3 ways to do this. You can choose, mortgage, pledge or guarantee mode.
#Person2#: Yes, I read about all of these in the brochure and decided which would be more suitable for me. I'd like to go for the guarantee mode, please.
#Person1#: Right, that's no problem. I see you are already well informed. If you choose that one, you can borrow up to 70 % of the total tuition and miscellaneous fees.
#Person2#: OK, that's perfect, 70 % is excellent, it'll be a big help. Thanks.
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#Person2# comes to Lincoln Bank to apply for an overseas study loan and provides #Person1# with some credentials. #Person2# decides to go for the guarantee mode and can borrow up to 70% of the tuition and fees.
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#Person1#: Hello, I am Richard from the Brooks Head-hunter company. Can I have a private talk with you?
#Person2#: Er? I am driving right now. Can you call back in 30 minutes?
#Person1#: Sure. Hi, Monica, Richard again. Have you ever heard about our company? It is an international one with good reputation. We have a lot of successful cases. If you're trying advance your career, I would love to help you. XYZ Company is one of our clients. They're in need of the talent like you. Would you be interested in taking part in an interview? It is scheduled some time within this week.
#Person2#: Thank you for calling. I really appreciate your kindness. But right now, I'm very busy preparing for an interview of another company. I don't think I am available for this opportunity.
#Person1#: Ok, I see. Good luck to you. You have my number. Call me when you change your mind. I can send you more detailed information about company and jobs you might be interested in if you give me your private e-mail address.
#Person2#: Well, I will text to you. Thank you, bye for now.
#Person1#: You're welcome. Bye.
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Richard from the Brooks Head-hunter company calls Monica to invite her for a job interview. Monica politely refuses because she's preparing for another interview. Richard asks her to call him if she changes her mind.
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train_2512
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#Person1#: Hey, Ben. . . did you catch the game last night?
#Person2#: Uh. . . what game?
#Person1#: Baltimore defeated Texas by 17 points!
#Person2#: Um. . . and what sport are we talking about here?
#Person1#: Football of course!
#Person2#: Oh. . . football. Football is cool. I usually try to catch the World Cup finals.
#Person1#: No, I'm talking about American football. The World Cup is soccer.
#Person2#: Oh, I understand. I can't say I'm a big fan. I'm from China, and football doesn't have a really big following over there.
#Person1#: So Chinese people prefer soccer or basketball?
#Person2#: Yes, I think so. But to be perfectly honest, I'm not really a sports nut. When I was in high school I played on the school volleyball team. Are you a diehard football fan?
#Person1#: Oh, certainly. I wouldn't miss a game for the world. My girlfriend says I have an addiction. And actually, if I had to choose between her and my games. . . I'd probably pick football.
#Person2#: It seems Americans are very passionate about sports. Is this just a part of your culture?
#Person1#: Oh, yeah! I think the love of sports starts when kids are very young. Americans come from many different backgrounds so I guess sports are something we can all enjoy together.
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#Person1# talks with Ben about American football but Ben doesn't know much because football isn't very popular in China. Ben's not a sports nut while #Person1#'s a diehard football fan.
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train_2513
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#Person1#: Excuse me, could you please take a picture for us?
#Person2#: Sure. Where would you like to stand?
#Person1#: Over here with the waterfall in the background, please.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: Then just press the black button all the way down.
#Person2#: Are you ready? Here we go. Say Cheese!
#Person1#: It could be the battery. Let me Check it.
#Person2#: Is it the battery?
#Person1#: Yes, the battery is dead.
#Person2#: Do you have an extra battery?
#Person1#: No, I've only got one. OK, thank you all the same.
#Person2#: If you don't mind, you can use my camera and leave your address with me so I can send you the photos later.
#Person1#: That's so kind of you. Thank you very much!
#Person2#: You're welcome. Now smile. . .
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#Person1# asks #Person2# to take a picture for #Person1# but the battery is dead. #Person2# suggests using #Person2#'s camera and will send #Person1# the photos later.
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#Person1#: What kind of jobs have you had?
#Person2#: I worked as a personnel manager in a state-owned company, and then I transferred to a joint venture as a sales manager. So I am familiar with the exile market in China.
#Person1#: How did your previous employers treat you?
#Person2#: They treated me very well. We cooperated harmoniously and respected each other.
#Person1#: What have you learned from the jobs you have had?
#Person2#: I have learned some skills about how to deal with clients and how to behave myself as a personnel manager.
#Person1#: When you worked in your previous company, which did you prefer, working with other people or by yourself?
#Person2#: I prefered working with other colleagues when I worked in my previous company. I think teamwork and cooperation are very important. No matter how competent he or she is in a company, he can't do without them.
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#Person1# asks #Person2# about working experience, how the previous employees treated #Person2#, what #Person2# has learned from the jobs and #Person2#'s preference for working with other people or working alone.
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train_2515
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#Person1#: So awful! I never fancy my salary is so little.
#Person2#: Oh, don't be so sad. You can ask for a salary raise.
#Person1#: Bingo! I never thought about that before. I am working so hard and my accomplishment is significant, you know.
#Person2#: So you suppose you deserve a salary raise.
#Person1#: I know I deserve it, but I can not find a way to talk with boss about this.
#Person2#: You ought to point out how valuable you are, and tell her those people who have the same situation also get the salary raise.
#Person1#: That sounds reasonable.
#Person2#: Remember it is the boss who hires you and tell her how much you have improved the office efficiency.
#Person1#: That's a point. It seems a little complicated. I will think about this for a while. I owe you one. After all, you give me an inspiration.
#Person2#: Forget it. Good luck. I hope you can make it.
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#Person1# complains about #Person1#'s low salary. #Person2# suggests asking for a salary raise and asks #Person1# to tell the boss how much #Person1# has improved office efficiency.
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train_2516
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#Person1#: Good morning, I want a room tonight.
#Person2#: Single or double?
#Person1#: Single, please.
#Person2#: Do you have a reservation?
#Person1#: Yes. I made a reservation in Shanghai.
#Person2#: Then I believe you have a confirmation slip.
#Person1#: Yeah. Let me see. Is this the one you want?
#Person2#: That's it. What's your name. please?
#Person1#: Wu Mei. That's my name.
#Person2#: Just a moment, please. Yes, you have a room reservation for you.
#Person1#: Is this room with a bath room?
#Person2#: Yes, it's.
#Person1#: Can you give me a quiet room?
#Person2#: It's a inside room on the eight floor.
#Person1#: What's the room rate?
#Person2#: Eighty dollars a day. How long do you plan to stay Mrs. Wu?
#Person1#: Three nights I scheduled.
#Person2#: Do you sign the register, please?
#Person1#: Is that right?
#Person2#: Thank you, Mrs. Wu.
#Person1#: Your room Number is 827. The bail-boy will take your bags and show you to your room.
#Person2#: Thanks.
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Wu Mei has made a reservation in Shanghai for a single room and asks for a quiet room. #Person2# tells her the room rate and helps her sign the register and check in.
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train_2517
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#Person1#: Bob, look at this sentence. 'Healthy eating is not about strict nutrition philosophies, staying unrealistically thin, or depriving yourself of foods you love. 'It's interesting, isn't it?
#Person2#: I'd rather say it's confusing. what are those'strict nutrition philosophies'about?
#Person1#: I believe they are careful calculations on proteins, vitamins and calories.
#Person2#: Probably, Rose. That must be the job of nutritionists.
#Person1#: Healthy eating is not about depriving oneself of the foods one loves. So we are free to have whatever foods we love. It is unbelievable.
#Person2#: Oh, believe it or not, I came across an article the other day, saying that pizza is a healthy food.
#Person1#: Seriously?
#Person2#: Yes, I felt exactly the same way as you did just now. Scientists must be crazy in saying so.
#Person1#: Maybe nowadays people hold different opinions on healthy diet.
#Person2#: Absolutely right. I myself sometimes believe that healthy eating is just about feeling great. As long as I have enough energy, it's fine.
#Person1#: But one must have some basic ideas about nutrition and find the best way for the nutrients to work out for the body.
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Rose and Bob talk about the controversial beliefs about healthy eating put forward by scientists. Rose believes healthy eating should involve careful calculations on nutrition while Bob thinks healthy eating is just about feeling great.
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train_2518
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#Person1#: Hi, how can I help?
#Person2#: I was told to come over to this window if I want to make a withdrawal. I'm not withdrawing from a Current Account, you see. I want to withdraw from my Certificate of Deposit.
#Person1#: Unfortunately, if you wish to withdraw on your C / D before the pre-decided date, you must give notice.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Will I lose any money if I decide to withdraw on it now?
#Person1#: Yes, you will lose interest. I see that you have a 5 - year C / D with us. I'm sorry to tell you that would mean losing 6 months of interest as a penalty for withdrawing before maturity.
#Person2#: Oh dear. Well, if it has to be done, then it has to be done.
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#Person2# wants to withdraw from #Person2#'s Certificate of Deposit. #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person2# will lose interest if withdrawing before the pre-decided date. #Person2# accepts.
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train_2519
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#Person1#: Hello. Smith's Resident.
#Person2#: Hello. This is the operator. Can I speak to Mr. Smith, please?
#Person1#: This is Mr. Smith.
#Person2#: I have a collect call for you from Jennifer. Will you accept the charges?
#Person1#: Yes, I'll pay for the call. Put her through, please.
#Person2#: Okay. Thanks.
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The operator calls Mr.Smith to transfer a collect call from Jennifer.
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train_2520
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#Person1#: So it is hard to be a black student on campus?
#Person2#: Yes, in many ways it is. There are many stereotypes I have to deal with in my daily life.
#Person1#: Stereotypes? Like what?
#Person2#: Well, like since I'm black, I must like rap music, come from the inner city, or play basketball well.
#Person1#: I do know you like rap music, but the other two are definitely false. I'Ve seen you play basketball.
#Person2#: Hey! But that's not the only problem. There's also the affirmative action stigma.
#Person1#: You mean that people look down upon you because they think you're in school because of a quota? That's not true at all, you're really a smart guy.
#Person2#: I know that, but some people don't think like that. And I get problems from teachers as well.
#Person1#: Teachers? I didn't think that they would be racist at all.
#Person2#: Racist? Not exactly. It's how they look at me and ask for my opinion on a topic, as if I can speak for all black people and give them the black opinion on a subject. Suddenly I become the representative of the black race, as if we all had the same opinion.
#Person1#: I see. It looks like there are still a lot of issues we need to work on in the US.
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It's hard for #Person2# to be a black student on campus because #Person2# has to deal with stereotypes and how the teachers look at #Person2# makes #Person2# stressful. #Person1# thinks there're a lot of issues to be worked on in the US.
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train_2521
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#Person1#: Hello, Mrs. Chu. Do you feel better today?
#Person2#: Oh, much better. Thank you.
#Person1#: Can I ask you some questions now?
#Person2#: Certainly.
#Person1#: First, do you remember what the driver looks like?
#Person2#: Yes. He was about fifty. He looked quite old and not very tall. Oh, and he had thick lips.
#Person1#: OK. When the accident happened, where were you going?
#Person2#: I was walking fast because I had to help my grandson to pay a bill.
#Person1#: I see. After the driver knocked you down, he got out of his car and looked at you, didn't he?
#Person2#: Yes, he did. I was bleeding, so he looked scared and then hurried back to the car.
#Person1#: Do you remember his clothes?
#Person2#: Yes. I looked at him when he was getting in his car. He wore an orange T-shirt, grey trousers, and leather shoes.
#Person1#: Ok, I think I have enough information now. Thank you.
#Person2#: You're welcome.
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#Person1# asks Mrs. Chu about the car accident and the appearance of the culprit. Mrs. Chu says the culprit wore an orange T-shirt, grey trousers, and leather shoes.
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train_2522
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#Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: I'm looking for some suit that I can wear at the office as well as on weekends.
#Person1#: Let me show you a new summer collection. There're several styles that you're just looking for.
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#Person2#'s looking for a suit. #Person1# recommends a new summer collection.
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train_2523
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#Person1#: So, what do you want to do tomorrow?
#Person2#: Well, let's look at this city guide here. Uh, here's something interesting. Why don't we first visit the Art Museum in the morning?
#Person1#: Okay. I like that idea. And where do you want to have lunch?
#Person2#: How about going to an Indian restaurant? The guide recommends one downtown a few blocks from the museum.
#Person1#: Now that sounds great. After that, what do you think about visiting the zoo? Well, it says here there are some very unique animals not found anywhere else.
#Person2#: Well, to tell the truth, I'm not really interested in going there. Why don't we go shopping instead? There are supposed to be some really nice places to pick up some bargain clothes.
#Person1#: Nah, I don't think that's a good idea. We only have a few traveler's checks left. And I only have fifty dollars left in cash.
#Person2#: No problem. We can use YOUR credit card to pay.
#Person1#: Oh. No. I remember the last time you used MY credit card for YOUR new clothes.
#Person2#: Oh well. Let's take the subway down to the seashore and walk along the beach.
#Person1#: Now that sounds like a wonderful plan.
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#Person1# and #Person2# discuss what to do tomorrow. They decide to visit the Art Museum in the morning, have lunch at an Indian restaurant, and take the subway down to the seashore and walk along the beach.
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train_2524
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#Person1#: OK, just sign your name right here on this line, and you'll officially own your house!
#Person2#: Excellent! I can't believe I just bought a house! When can I move in?
#Person1#: The previous owners need to clean the house this weekend, but you can move in on Monday morning. Do you have the keys?
#Person2#: No, I don't have the keys. Can I pick them up from your office tomorrow?
#Person1#: My office isn't open on Fridays, but I can bring them to you this weekend. Do you have all the copies of these important papers?
#Person2#: Yes. I have a question. Do you sell houses in Springfield, too? My friend wants to sell his house and I'd love to recommend you.
#Person1#: Yes, I do. Thanks for the recommendation!
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#Person2# buys a house with #Person1#'s assistance and will recommend #Person1# to #Person2#'s friend who wants to sell his house.
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train_2525
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#Person1#: What are you reading, Paul?
#Person2#: Oh, it's a book about naval engineering.
#Person1#: Why are you reading on Friday evening?
#Person2#: Because I've got to write an essay this weekend.
#Person1#: What are you going to do when you've qualified?
#Person2#: I don't know. I'd like to get a job abroad, I think. What are you going to do when your year at Weston is over?
#Person1#: I'm going to spend a few weeks touring Britain, then I'm going back to Canada, I suppose.
#Person2#: What is John going to do?
#Person1#: I think he's going to open a branch of' pretty feet'in London.
#Person2#: What is he doing in Italy?
#Person1#: He's seeing some designers here. He's coming back tomorrow. By the way, what are you and Sue doing on Saturday evening?
#Person2#: I don't know yet. Why?
#Person1#: Well, I thought we could cook another of our suppers and invite John and Sue.
#Person2#: Oh, no! Not Potato Salad again! Sorry, Barbara, but I really have to read this book.
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Paul's reading a book. Barbara talks to him about their plans when the school year at Weston is over. Barbara suggests they cook supper and invite John and Sue, but Paul denies this idea.
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train_2526
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#Person1#: Is this table on the corner okay?
#Person2#: Sure, we can sit here. Be seated.
#Person1#: Gee, you've hardly got anything on your tray.
#Person2#: Yeah, I guess I'm just not that hungry.
#Person1#: What's the matter? Aren't you feeling well?
#Person2#: Well, I've been really worried. It's my car. It's in the repair shop again!
#Person1#: Really? What's wrong this time?
#Person2#: I don't know exactly. Something's wrong with the brakes I think.
#Person1#: Well, at least that shouldn't cost too much to fix. Parts are cheaper for old American cars like yours. Did the mechanic say how much it would cost?
#Person2#: He said he'd call me with an estimate later on today.
#Person1#: Watch out he doesn't try to take advantage of you.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Well, some car mechanics, if they think that someone doesn't know much about cars, they might try to overcharge that person.
#Person2#: Maybe so, but I trust this guy. He was recommended by one of my neighbors. He's done some work for me in the past and his prices seemed to be reasonable.
#Person1#: Oh, that's good to know. Maybe I'll try using him in the future. By the way, did you need a ride home after class today?
#Person2#: Oh, I'll sure appreciate it. It's really tough getting around without a car when you live off campus.
#Person1#: You are right, I think now you should think about moving back to your dormitory. If I were you, I would be fed up with those troubles.
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#Person2# doesn't eat much because #Person2# has been worried about #Person2#'s car in the repair shop. #Person1# reminds #Person2# not to let the repairman overcharge #Person2#. #Person1# will drive #Person2# after class and suggests moving back to the dormitory.
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train_2527
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#Person1#: What will you have for dessert?
#Person2#: Well, what do you have?
#Person1#: Cakes, fruit and ice cream.
#Person2#: Give me ice cream and a piece of cake.
#Person3#: I will have a cake and fruit.
#Person1#: OK. And which would you like to drink, coffee or tea?
#Person2#: I prefer tea.
#Person3#: I want coffee.
#Person1#: Thank you. Please wait a minute.
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#Person1# helps #Person2# and #Person3# order dessert and drink.
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train_2528
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#Person1#: So will you come to work with us?
#Person2#: Can I use my green pad again to write you admiring notes?
#Person1#: We'll have to negotiate that. It's a possibility.
#Person2#: You miss me, don't you?
#Person1#: Don't push your luck, Dave.
#Person2#: OK, I'm in. When do I start?
#Person1#: As soon as you can get here. We'll be waiting for you.
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#Person1# persuades Dave to work with them and Dave finally agrees.
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train_2529
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#Person1#: Can you help me pick out some fabric for a suit? I'm going to get one made for a friend's wedding.
#Person2#: Sure. What kind of material do you want for the suit to be made from?
#Person1#: It depends on the price, but I was thinking of getting a wool/cashmere blend.
#Person2#: That will probably be quite expensive, but the more you pay for the fabric, the longer it'll last and the better it'll look. What color do you want the suit to be?
#Person1#: I was thinking of a brown pin-striped suit.
#Person2#: Brown, huh? Isn't that a bit dull?
#Person1#: Haven't you heard? Brown is the new black.
#Person2#: Why don't you just get black? Black suits are always fashionable and can be worn for anything a funeral, a wedding, a job interview, anything!
#Person1#: That may be true, but black is so boring. Anyway, I already have three black suits. I might as well get a suit that stands out from the rest.
#Person2#: Here are two different shades of brown. Which one do you prefer?
#Person1#: I like the one on the left, but I don't like the pattern on it. It's too much. I want a pattern that's a bit subtler.
#Person2#: How about this one? ?
#Person1#: I think that will do. Let's go talk to the tailor about getting it made.
#Person2#: Ok, let's go.
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#Person1# asks #Person2# to pick out some fabric for a suit. #Person1# wants a wool/cashmere blend. #Person2# thinks the brown pin-striped suit is dull and suggests the black one, but #Person1# already has three black suits. #Person1# finally decides on the one with a subtler pattern.
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train_2530
|
#Person1#: Hi, Tony. Haven't seen you for a long time. How have you been?
#Person2#: OK, I've been looking for a job for days, and I haven't found one yet. It's so hard finding work these days. Have you had any luck?
#Person1#: Yes, I've got a job, a waiter's job in a restaurant.
#Person2#: Are you well paid?
#Person1#: Well, $10 per hour, but I can keep the tips. That comes to roughly $80 every evening
#Person2#: Not bad.
#Person1#: Actually, there's still another opening. If you are interested, you'll surely get it.
#Person2#: That's great! I'll go there right now and speak with the boss.
#Person1#: There's no rush. You can see him tomorrow. I've told him about you. He promised to give you the job.
#Person2#: That was nice of you, Susan. Thanks a lot.
#Person1#: Think nothing of it, Tony. I'm sure you'd do the same for me.
#Person2#: Could you tell me a bit more about the work there? I mean, those dos and don'ts. I am a green hand, you know.
#Person1#: First of all, you must be punctual. You should be there before 6 p. m. so that you will have half an hour for preparation changing clothes and things like that. Then,remember you should smile. Smile to your customers all the time. Never pull a long face even If you feel awful that day. Anything else? Oh, yes. Never argue with your boss. Learn to say 'Yes, sir. '
#Person2#: Be a yes-man, you mean?
#Person1#: You may put it that way if you like. Don't worry. You'll have no problem.
#Person2#: I hope not.
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Tony hasn't got a job, while Susan has got one as a waiter in a restaurant. Susan has told her boss about Tony and the boss promised to give Tony the job. Tony is grateful. Then Susan talks about the rules of the job.
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train_2531
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#Person1#: Have you heard that we will have reorganization?
#Person2#: No, really?
#Person1#: Yes, flexible, aggressive and creative people are urgently needed in the marketing department.
#Person2#: Who will be there?
#Person1#: James is going to be packed off there.
#Person2#: That is good. He can leave you alone this time.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# they'll have the reorganization and Jim'll go to the marketing department.
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train_2532
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#Person1#: Hello, Ellen.
#Person2#: Hello, Helen, have you heard the news? There's been a horrible accident.
#Person1#: Oh, no! What happened?
#Person2#: Hilda Harris husband, Henry had an accident on his way home from work.
#Person1#: How awful! Was he hurt?
#Person2#: Yes. He was taken to the hospital in an ambulance.
#Person1#: How did it happen?
#Person2#: His car was hit by an express train. It happened at the crossing just behind his house.
#Person1#: How horrible!
#Person2#: He's having an operation in the hospital now. Poor Hilda! You can imagine how unhappy she is.
#Person1#: I hope he'll be all right.
#Person2#: I hope so, too.
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Ellen tells Helen Hilda Harris's husband, Henry, had an accident and was taken to the hospital.
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train_2533
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#Person1#: It's amazing to me how international business has become. Take my store for example. On any given day, you will find imported items from more than 20 different countries on our shelves.
#Person2#: How many different varieties of products do you import from China?
#Person1#: China provides the bulk of our product inventory, for sure. We import more than 40 different items from China. Most of the imports that come out of China are low-grade plastics or toys. Japan produces many electronic exports, Germany produces excellent mechanical exports.
#Person2#: Do you import any food items?
#Person1#: Generally speaking, food items are difficult to import. Food with the short shelf life is liable to spoil in the time it takes to ship from one place to another. The only food items we import are specialty canned or preserved foods. The shelf life is longer for these products.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# has imported various items from different countries in #Person1#'s store. The only food items #Person1# imports are specialty canned or preserved foods.
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train_2534
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#Person1#: Who's singing in your home, Jim?
#Person2#: It's Ellie and her friends.
#Person1#: Who's Ellie?
#Person2#: She's my little niece. It's her birthday. They're singing 'Happy Birthday'.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. how old is she?
#Person2#: She's ten.
#Person1#: I suppose they're playing games.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. Ellie was playing games all day yesterday. By the way, Alice, when's your birthday?
#Person1#: Today.
#Person2#: Today?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Well, imagine that! How old are you?
#Person1#: Eighteen. Some friends are having a birthday party for me tonight. Do you want to come?
#Person2#: Very much. What time?
#Person1#: About 6.
#Person2#: I'll be at your house at about five thirty. Happy birthday.
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Jim and Alice talk about Jim's niece who's singing at his house. Today is also Alice's birthday and she invites Jim to her birthday party.
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train_2535
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#Person1#: Let me suggest this one. It's an excellent watch, it looks good, and it's only $100.
#Person2#: Hmm. That's not too bad. Does it have a stopwatch?
#Person1#: Uh, no. Analog watches don't come with stopwatches. You'll have to get a digital if you want a stopwatch.
#Person2#: Oh. I see. Where are your digital watches?
#Person1#: Right here.
#Person2#: I don't like this kind as much. Never mind the stopwatch then. I'll take that other one. Do you take checks?
#Person1#: Yes. Make it out to Time After Time.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Thank you.
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#Person2# at first wants a stopwatch but later buys an analog watch with #Person1#'s assistance.
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train_2536
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#Person1#: Excuse me, Richard? Are you busy at the moment?
#Person2#: Not really, Betty. What do you need?
#Person1#: My fax machine's on the blink. Would you take a look at it?
#Person2#: Sure. I just need to do one other job first. How about if I come up around 11:30?
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Betty requests Richard to check the fax machine. Richard will come up later.
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train_2537
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#Person1#: Good morning, Miss Wang.
#Person2#: Good morning, Mr. Lee.
#Person1#: It's a beautiful morning, isn't it?
#Person2#: Oh, it's a nice day, indeed.
#Person1#: I hope it won't be too hot. I can't stand the heat.
#Person2#: Really? For me, too.
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Miss Wang and Mr.Lee think it's a beautiful morning.
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train_2538
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#Person1#: Have you been having any problems lately?
#Person2#: No, but the nurse at school says that I should have my blood pressure checked.
#Person1#: Do you have a history of high blood pressure?
#Person2#: No, I have never been told that I have high blood pressure.
#Person1#: High blood pressure is called the silent killer because it hardly ever has symptoms.
#Person2#: How do you check for high blood pressure?
#Person1#: We are going to use this cuff here, and it will give me a reading.
#Person2#: What do the numbers mean?
#Person1#: They tell me how much your heart is working at rest when pumping blood.
#Person2#: Good. That will help me know how I am doing.
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#Person2# comes to #Person1# to check the blood pressure. #Person1# tells #Person2# about high blood pressure and explains the meaning of the numbers.
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train_2539
|
#Person1#: You are not looking very cheerful. What's the matter with you?
#Person2#: Oh, nothing special. I'm just thinking a lot.
#Person1#: About the job?
#Person2#: About everything. About catching the same train every morning, sitting in the same office all day, watching the same television program...
#Person1#: You need a holiday.
#Person2#: It wasn't always like this, you know.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Well, our great great grandfathers had more fun, didn't they? I mean, they hunted for their food and grew their own vegetables and did things for themselves. We do the same sort of job for years and years. There's no variety in our lives.
#Person1#: You need a holiday. That's what's the matter is with you.
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#Person2#'s tired of the daily routine and thinks the older generations had more fun. #Person1# advises #Person2# to take a holiday.
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train_2540
|
#Person1#: So, how long have you been in the peace core?
#Person2#: For about a year now.
#Person1#: Do you enjoy it?
#Person2#: Most of the time, the work can be very difficult sometimes.
#Person1#: What's the most difficult thing about being in the peace core?
#Person2#: For me, it's finding a way to fit into a community that's very different from my own.
#Person1#: And what's the most exciting thing?
#Person2#: That's easy. The most exciting thing about being in the peace core is learning about another culture.
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#Person2# has been in the peace core for about a year and shares #Person2#'s experience there with #Person1#.
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train_2541
|
#Person1#: I'm looking for a Father's Day gift. Can you help me?
#Person2#: OK. How about getting your father a new wallet? This brown leather one is only $25.
#Person1#: Emm, the design is good and the color is my father's favorite. However, I don't have that much money. I'm just a student.
#Person2#: OK. How much do you have?
#Person1#: $10. I have been helping my mom around the house for the past week to earn some money. This is all I have.
#Person2#: Hmm, how about this tie?
#Person1#: That's really pretty, but the price tag says $15. I know I don't have that much.
#Person2#: Well, the tie is on sale now. It costs $8 only.
#Person1#: Oh, thanks. I'll take it.
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#Person1# wants to get a Father's Day gift. #Person2# recommends a wallet but #Person1# can't afford it. #Person2# then suggests a tie on sale and #Person1#'ll take it.
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train_2542
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#Person1#: Excuse me. I wonder if you could tell me how to find a place to have my shoes mended. I'm new in town.
#Person2#: Ah, there is a good shop not far from here. Go straight ahead and walk about three blocks. I can't remember the name of the shop, but you'll find it. It's near the police station. By the way, you know about the Town Guide? It's a thin book and has all kinds of useful information. You'll find one in any bookstore.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot! You've been so helpful. Let's see. Did you say the repair shop was three blocks away from here?
#Person2#: Exactly.
#Person1#: Thanks again.
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#Person2# shows #Person1# the way to the repair shop where #Person1# can have the shoes mended.
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train_2543
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#Person1#: Alex, shall I start the packing?
#Person2#: The packing? No, no, don't worry. We may have to change your plan.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: We may not go to Schottland. We may go to wheels or England instead. We can decide after the weather forecast.
#Person1#: OK. Is it time to watch the forecast for tomorrow on TV?
#Person2#: Yes, listen. northern Schottland will be cold and there may be snow somewhere.
#Person1#: In the north of England, it will be a wet day and rain will move into Wales during the afternoon.
#Person2#: Eastern England will be generally dry and it will be a bright clear day with sunshine, but it may rain during the evening.
#Person1#: In the southwest, it may be foggy during the morning, but the afternoon will be clear and may be windy later in the day.
#Person2#: Now, where are we going?
#Person1#: It's up to you.
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Alex tells #Person1# they may have to change the travel destination according to the weather. They watch the forecast for tomorrow but still can't decide where to go.
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train_2544
|
#Person1#: When I was a child, my ambition was to be a train driver.
#Person2#: That isn't a suitable job for women.
#Person1#: Yeah, well. My uncle drove a train and I wanted to be just like him.
#Person2#: Why didn't you realize your dream?
#Person1#: Well, my parents objected. Now of course, I realize that it's dangerous and extremely demanding. When I was in high school, I wanted to be a chemist. But I gave it up because my grades were bad.
#Person2#: How do you feel about your nursing work here?
#Person1#: It is badly paid and stressful, but I think it is rewarding to look after patients.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# her dreams were to be a train driver and a chemist. Now, she thinks looking after patients is rewarding.
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train_2545
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#Person1#: We're considering of ordering 200 computers, but I'm wondering about the price you'll possibly offer.
#Person2#: Our price will be not less than $ 5000.
#Person1#: Your price is higher than I expected. Could you give us a little discount?
#Person2#: This is already our best price.
#Person1#: But the price is always negotiable and you should consider our quantity of order.
#Person2#: Well, what would you suggest?
#Person1#: Could you make it $ 4500?
#Person2#: I'm afraid that there is no room to negotiate the price. This is the best price we can quote.
#Person1#: Can we meet each other half way?
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Let's close the deal at $ 4800, OK?
#Person2#: You drive a hard bargain! OK, that's a deal.
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#Person1# wants to order 200 computers and asks for a discount. #Person2# refuses at first. #Person1# suggests meeting each other halfway and #Person2# agrees.
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train_2546
|
#Person1#: What are you doing here today?
#Person2#: I would like to fight my ticket.
#Person1#: Is the arresting officer in the courtroom today?
#Person2#: Yes, the officer is here today.
#Person1#: What's your case?
#Person2#: I was pulled over for running a red light, but I never did.
#Person1#: Do you believe that the officer lied?
#Person2#: There was a camera on the signal. So, he was obviously lying.
#Person1#: Your license plate was caught on camera?
#Person2#: A picture of my license plate was never taken.
#Person1#: Since there is no picture of your license plate on record, I'm going to let you go.
#Person2#: Thank you. I'm glad that you believe me.
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#Person2# wants to fight the ticket and tells #Person1# no picture of #Person2#'s license plate was taken. #Person1# believes #Person2# and lets #Person2# go.
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train_2547
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#Person1#: Hi, I am afraid that the fax machine in my room won ' t be working till tomorrow. A technician has just come and checked it. He will bring me a new one tomorrow. It seems there is a big problem with mine and it will take some days for repairing. Can I use the one in your office?
#Person2#: Of course you can. I am sure this one works very well. I just sent dozens of pages. How many pages are you sending? Are you familiar with my fax machine?
#Person1#: Yes, I think you have the same model as I have. Does your fax machine print out immediately a transmission protocol?
#Person2#: Yes, it will print immediately.
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#Person1#'s fax machine won't be working till tomorrow, so #Person1# asks #Person2# for help. #Person2# allows #Person1# to use the one in #Person2#'s office.
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train_2548
|
#Person1#: I really want to make something for dinner.
#Person2#: What are you going to cook?
#Person1#: I haven't the slightest clue what I'm going to make.
#Person2#: A teriyaki bowl sounds nice.
#Person1#: I don't know how to make that.
#Person2#: All you need to make it is white rice and some teriyaki beef.
#Person1#: That sounds fairly simple, but how do I cook it?
#Person2#: The first and simplest thing you have to do is make some white rice.
#Person1#: What's next?
#Person2#: Then you should shred your beef and pour some teriyaki marinade over it.
#Person1#: What's the next thing I need to do?
#Person2#: Then all you need to do is cook it and enjoy.
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#Person1# wants to make something for dinner and #Person2# teaches #Person1# how to cook a teriyaki bowl.
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train_2549
|
#Person1#: Good afternoon, sir.What Can I do for you?
#Person2#: Well. I can't find my key now. I think I have lost it.
#Person1#: Really? Have you left it in your room?
#Person2#: I don't think so. I took it with me when I went out this morning.
#Person1#: Well, in that case, you have to pay for it. Please fill out the form first.
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#Person1# asks #Person2# to pay for the key and fill out the form because #Person2# lost it.
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train_2550
|
#Person1#: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I need to check-in for the eleven 20 flight to New York, please.
#Person1#: O. K. Ticket, please.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Would you like a window or an aisle seat, Mr. Smith?
#Person2#: I want an aisle seat as close to the exit door as possible, please.
#Person1#: Very well. Do you have any bags to check?
#Person2#: No, I just have this one small bag.
#Person1#: Here you are, seat 12c. Please go to gate 23 after passing through the security checkpoint.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Have a nice day.
#Person2#: You, too.
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#Person1# helps #Person2# to check in for the flight to New York.
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train_2551
|
#Person1#: Hey honey, how was your day?
#Person2#: It was alright. I ran into Bill and we got to talking for a while. He ' s in a bit of a jam.
#Person1#: Why? What happened?
#Person2#: Well, his son had an accident and Bill doesn ' t have health insurance. This really got me thinking, and I wondered if we shouldn ' t look into a couple of different HMO ' s.
#Person1#: Yeah, you ' re right. We aren ' t getting any younger and our kids are getting older.
#Person2#: Exactly! I searched on the web and found a couple of HMO ' s with low co-pays and good coverage. The deductibles are low, too.
#Person1#: Sounds good, although, do you think we can qualify for insurance? Those insurance companies are real pirates when it comes to money.
#Person2#: Well, we don ' t have any pre-existing illnesses or conditions, so we should be fine.
#Person1#: I wish our company or country provided us with healthcare.
#Person2#: Not in a million years!
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#Person2# tells #Person1# Bill's in a jam because his son had an accident but Bill doesn't have health insurance. That reminds #Person2# to search for HMO and #Person1# also thinks it great.
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train_2552
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#Person1#: Do you like watching the Winter Olympic Games?
#Person2#: Of course. It's the tradition game in winter, and with good reason. Don't you like watching it?
#Person1#: Of course I do. I love it. All the games are exciting and the competitors are respectable.
#Person2#: That's true. For various reasons, it takes more to hold a fierce game for Winter Olympics than it does for Summer Olympics. You know, the low temperature may cause many problems.
#Person1#: Yeah. What's the difference between the Winter Olympics and the Summer Olympics?
#Person2#: When the Olympic Games started in modern times, only summer events were included. When it grew popular, there came the Winter Olympic Games, which includes a variety of winter sports.
#Person1#: I see. Then, what's your favorite winter sport?
#Person2#: Figure skating. In my eye, nothing beats it.
#Person1#: Then you must know Shen Due and Hao Hongbo.
#Person2#: Oh, I didn't expect you to know them. But yes, I love them not only because of many medals they've won, but also because of many medals they've won, but also because of their spirits.
#Person1#: You should go to talk with May. She is a big fan of them too.
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#Person1# and #Person2# like watching the Winter Olympic Games and talk about the difference between the Winter Olympics and the Summer Olympics. #Person2# shares #Person2#'s favorite winter sport and figure skaters with #Person1#.
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train_2553
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#Person1#: My mom and dad insist that I be home before ten. Do you have a curfew?
#Person2#: Yes. I've had one for as long as I can remember.
#Person1#: I wish my parents were a little more lenient.
#Person2#: I actually like having a curfew. I have an excuse to get to bed on time.
#Person1#: You like going to bed early?
#Person2#: I don't like being too tired the next day.
#Person1#: Well, I still hate having a curfew.
#Person2#: If you stayed up much later, you would see that just about every-thing closes around ten anyway.
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#Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the curfew given by their parents.
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train_2554
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#Person1#: Are you going to leave school at the end of the term?
#Person2#: Yes, I am.
#Person1#: What are you going to do?
#Person2#: I'm going to be a clerk.
#Person1#: What does a clerk do?
#Person2#: He works in an office. He writes letters and reports, and he types.
#Person1#: I want to be a vet.
#Person2#: A-what?
#Person1#: A vet-a veterinary surgeon.
#Person2#: Good gracious! What's that?
#Person1#: A vet's a man who takes care of sick animals. He's an animal doctor.
#Person2#: I once read a story about a person who talked to animals. It was very interesting.
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#Person1# and #Person2# talk about what they're going to do after leaving school. #Person1# wants to be a vet and #Person2# wants to be a clerk.
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train_2555
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#Person1#: hey, Lucas, how was your trip to Paris?
#Person2#: it was wonderful, but I was so tired.
#Person1#: did you go to the top of the Eiffel Tower?
#Person2#: yes, that was the first thing we did. We went all the way to the top. There were visitors from all over the world taking photos there.
#Person1#: what else did you see?
#Person2#: art galleries, cathedrals, statues, fountains, palaces, bistros, there's really too much to say.
#Person1#: you must have had a great time.
#Person2#: yes, at the beginning we were all excited and had lots of fun. However, on the third day of traveling in the city, I felt sick. I think I had something bad to eat, but it passed by the evening.
#Person1#: yes, you need to be careful with what you eat when you're abroad. Sometimes new food might disagree with you.
#Person2#: on the fouth day, we went to taste the French cuisine. That was really fantastic! And no stomach problems.
#Person1#: that is great. Everyone says French food is wonderful.
#Person2#: you'll have to try for yourself some day.
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Lucas tells #Person1# he visited several places, including the Eiffel Tower, art galleries, etc. But Lucas got sick on the third day because of bad food. #Person1# asks him to be careful with food when he's abroad.
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train_2556
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#Person1#: I'm so relieved that your ankle wasn't broken! I feel just awful about this whole thing. I wanna make it up to you. Let me take you out to dinner tonight. My treat.
#Person2#: That sounds great! I'd love to! Here is my address. Pick me up at eight?
#Person1#: Perfect!
#Person2#: Thank you for such a lovely evening! The food was amazing, and I had a great time.
#Person1#: Me too. You look so beautiful tonight! I wish this night would never end. There's something I have to tell you. . .
#Person2#: What is it?
#Person1#: I woke up today thinking this would be just like any other ordinary day, but I was wrong. A twist of fate brought us together. I crashed into your life and you into mine, and this may sound crazy, but I'm falling in love with you, Veronica.
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#Person1# invites Veronica for dinner to make it up to her. Veronica agrees. They have a lovely evening and #Person1# shows love to Veronica.
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train_2557
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#Person1#: Some people pile on their agonise and try to seek other's sympathy by telling them how miserable they are.
#Person2#: Yeah. They take the advantage of other people's hospitality and generosity.
#Person1#: I was fooled once. A lady told me she needed some money to keep the pot boiling. So I gave her some money and bailed her out of the situation. But later I learned that she had lied to me.
#Person2#: You are still wet behind the ears. You should have seen through her.
#Person1#: Nothing rang a bell.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# the experience of being cheated by a lady who piled on her agonize and sought #Person1#'s sympathy.
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#Person1#: Ashley, what a great dinner party!
#Person2#: Thank you, Joe. What would you like to drink with your meal? I can offer you wine, mango juice, or water.
#Person1#: Just water would be fine.
#Person2#: Excellent choice. Can I dish you up some chicken?
#Person1#: Yes, the chicken looks wonderful!
#Person2#: How about some salad to go with your chicken?
#Person1#: Sure, I love salad!
#Person2#: Would you like to have rice with your chicken?
#Person1#: Yes, I think that rice will go perfectly with my chicken!
#Person2#: Good! Julie, if you could pass this plate down to Joe, I think we are all set.
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Ashley offers Joe a great dinner party with drinks, chicken, salad and rice.
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