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train_2759
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#Person1#: Could you tell me which kind of payment you'll choose?
#Person2#: We're going to pay by check.
#Person1#: Will you please have the check certified?
#Person2#: If you think it is necessary.
#Person1#: It's just our policy. We would accept a certified check or a direct bank remittance.
#Person2#: OK, no problem.
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#Person2# wants #Person1# to have the check certified because it's their policy.
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train_2760
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#Person1#: This is Action 5 News reporter Sarah O'Connell reporting live from Washington, D. C. where a protest has broken out. Thousands of angry citizens are protesting against the proposed bailout of the auto manufacturing industry! Sir, sir, Sarah O'Connell, Action 5 news. Can you tell us what's happening?
#Person2#: Yeah, yeah, we're here because we feel this is an injustice! The financial irresponsibility of big business has to stop! We're there to show the government that we don't like the way that they're spending our tax dollars!
#Person1#: Sir but what exactly is making everyone so angry?
#Person2#: It's an absolute outrage, Sarah, the US government wants to give 25 billion dollars of taxpayers'money to the auto industry. These are companies that have been mismanaged and are now nearly bankrupt.
#Person1#: I see. But, many supporters of the bailout argue that it could help save the jobs of millions of hardworking Americans.
#Person2#: That maybe true, and I for one don't want to see anyone lose their job, but how can these Ces ask for a bailout when they're making millions of dollars? And then, they have the nerve to fly to Washington in private jets! This costs hundreds of thousands of dollars! And they're asking for money! That is just not right!
#Person1#: Good point. This is Sarah O'Connell reporting live from Washington D. C. , back to you, Tom.
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Sarah's reporting a protest. #Person2# tells her they protest because they feel the financial irresponsibility has to stop. #Person2# says the government doesn't use the taxpayer's money the right way so they're outrageous.
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train_2761
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#Person1#: This sucks. I hate buying lingerie. Okay, just find something and get out of here. Alright, these are fine. Oh, no, don't come over here, don't come over here.
#Person2#: You look a little lost, can I help you?
#Person1#: Um, I'm just having a look around. It's my girlfriend's birthday tomorrow. I'm trying to find her something.
#Person2#: Well, you can't give her granny panties. Have you thought about getting her somesleepwear? We'Ve got these lovely, silky nighties. Or, how about a nice panty-and and-bra set. Look, here's a nice satin push-up bra, and you can choose a few different styles of undies to go with it.
#Person1#: Sure that's fine. This is so awkward. . . what ones do I pick? What size is she?
#Person2#: Well, do you want a thong, some bikini briefs, maybe this nice pair of lacy boy shorts?
#Person1#: Just pick something and get the hell out of here. Um, I'll go with these two. This is mortifying. I just want to get this over with. She better thank me for this. . .
#Person2#: Here you are, sir. I'm sure she'll enjoy them.
#Person1#: Finally!
#Person2#: I'm sorry, sir. I'm going to have to take a look inside your bag.
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#Person1# wants to buy a birthday gift for #Person1#'s girlfriend and is very mortified to stay in the shop. #Person2# helps #Person1# pick two but #Person2# requests to look inside #Person1#'s bag.
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train_2762
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#Person1#: A : Look at this survey conducted by a website. A quarter of the employees will spend an average of 10 minutes everyday online doing personal things. Hi, Francis, what about you?
#Person2#: Well, I just spend 15 minutes as so checking my stock bonds and booking an air ticket for my mother. Anyway, I have done all my work and it is about the time to leave.
#Person1#: Though our company doesn't have a return policy, limiting the personal use of internet, I don't think the boss will like us to do that.
#Person2#: Certainly, work always comes first.
#Person1#: But it is lucky for us. The company computers don't have software keeping tracks of websites we visit. I have shopped too often online these days.
#Person2#: Well, keep a low profile.
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Both #Person1# and Francis surf online doing personal things. They think the boss won't like them to do so.
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train_2763
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#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I would like to have a roll developed.
#Person1#: When do you need them, sir?
#Person2#: How about tomorrow morning?
#Person1#: No problem. Do you want 3 x 5 or 4 x 6?
#Person2#: The 4 x6 will be OK. Thanks.
#Person1#: And do you want the glossy or matted finish?
#Person2#: I prefer glossy. How much?
#Person1#: You pay when you pick them up. I don't need a deposit for just one roll of film.
#Person2#: Thanks!
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#Person1# helps #Person2# have a roll developed and asks #Person2# to pay when #Person2# picks up.
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train_2764
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#Person1#: Here we are this is my favorite place.
#Person2#: How many times have you been here?
#Person1#: I've never counted.
#Person2#: I would like to sit near the window.
#Person1#: Please be seated. It's my treat today.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: It's so busy here.
#Person2#: Fast food restaurants are popular now.
#Person1#: What would you like to eat?
#Person2#: I'd like to have a steak sandwich and a medium fry.
#Person1#: Want something to drink?
#Person2#: Coke please. Oh, no, a cup of hot chocolate will be fine.
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#Person1# treats #Person2# at #Person1#'s favorite place. #Person2# orders a steak sandwich, a medium fry and hot chocolate.
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train_2765
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#Person1#: I just discovered that I owe $ 10 for a movie that I never ordered.
#Person2#: Let me check, sir. You were charged for watching'Titanic'Monday night.
#Person1#: That is absolutely incorrect! I was out on the town Monday night.
#Person2#: Okay, sir, bear with me a moment.
#Person1#: Thank you for taking my word over the computer's word.
#Person2#: One slight problem, sir. I need to charge you $ 2 to remove this error from your file.
#Person1#: You can
#Person2#: I feel your pain, sir.
#Person1#: Absolutely unbelievable! You people should be ashamed of yourselves.
#Person2#: I agree with you, sir, but all I do is work here.
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#Person1# is annoyed because #Person1# found he owes money for a movie but he never ordered. #Person2# feels sorry for that but still needs to charge #Person1#.
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train_2766
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#Person1#: Is there anything I could help you with, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, could you show me to your coat section?
#Person1#: This way, please.
#Person2#: Oh, These are exactly what I'm looking for.
#Person1#: These are French coats, sir. They are quite fashionable these days.
#Person2#: I'd like to try them on for size.
#Person1#: How does that fit, sir?
#Person2#: This seems to be my size.
#Person1#: It looks good on you.
#Person2#: Do you really think so?
#Person1#: I'd get it myself if I could.
#Person2#: Alright, I'll get it.
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#Person1# shows #Person2# the coat section. #Person2# tries one on and feels good. #Person2#'ll get it.
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train_2767
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#Person1#: Have you watched today's news?
#Person2#: No, I haven't. What's going on?
#Person1#: Did you hear about last night's blackout?
#Person2#: Yes. The lights were out all night.
#Person1#: Some people went looting because of the blackout.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: People decided to use the blackout to their advantage.
#Person2#: People went out and looted?
#Person1#: I guess they broke into about four stores.
#Person2#: Did the police find who did it?
#Person1#: There's no evidence of who it was.
#Person2#: I hope we don't have any more blackouts.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# some people went looting during the blackout. #Person2# hopes no more blackout.
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train_2768
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#Person1#: I was thinking of holding the company retreat in the mountains.
#Person2#: I agree, I think that that would be perfect!
#Person1#: I was thinking it could take place sometime in January.
#Person2#: That might be a little too cold for some people.
#Person1#: Yes, you are right.
#Person2#: What about April? April has good weather that isn't too cold or too hot.
#Person1#: Yes, that would work out better.
#Person2#: You know, maybe we could take a survey to see how that works for everyone.
#Person1#: Good idea! We'll have to get right on it.
#Person2#: Fine! Well, I'll get right on it now!
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#Person1# was thinking of holding the company's retreat in the mountains. #Person2# suggests taking a survey to see how that works.
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train_2769
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#Person1#: Hello. I have a room booked for tonight, the 15th.
#Person2#: Alright and what is your name, please?
#Person1#: It's Marcia Gleason.
#Person2#: Ah, yes, here you are Ms. Gleason. You reserved a single, right?
#Person1#: Yes, a single, thanks.
#Person2#: Do you mind being next to the elevator?
#Person1#: Actually, I'd prefer not to be.
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#Person2# helps Gleason check in. Gleason prefers not to be near the elevator.
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train_2770
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#Person1#: Good morning. This is Monterey Bay Inn. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Good morning. I'm calling to cancel my reservation.
#Person1#: OK. Can you tell me the dates for it?
#Person2#: They are... January 29th through February 1st.
#Person1#: Got it. Er...Would you like to book a room for another day? We have a special deal in March. If you book a room for two days, you can get the third day for free.
#Person2#: I see. I'll consider it later.
#Person1#: Well, there will be two hundred and eighty dollars returned to you. Would you like me to put it back on your Visa?
#Person2#: Yes. Thanks a lot.
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#Person1# helps #Person2# cancel the room reservation and the money will be returned on #Person2#'s Visa.
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train_2771
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#Person1#: Hi. I'm glad I ran into you.
#Person2#: Why? What's up?
#Person1#: Would you like to go climbing this weekend?
#Person2#: I'm not sure. I promised to help my sister move on Saturday.
#Person1#: How about Sunday, then? We could start early in the morning.
#Person2#: I might be able to do that. Let me check and I'll call you up tonight.
#Person1#: Great! By the way, I won't be home before 10 o'clock.
#Person2#: Then, how can I reach you?
#Person1#: I've got an answering machine. You can simply call and leave a message. Your voice will be recorded.
#Person2#: I hate talking to a machine. It feels strange.
#Person1#: All right. I'll give you another telephone number. I'll be at my mother's home.
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#Person1# invites #Person2# to go climbing. #Person2# will call #Person1# up tonight to tell the answer but hates to talk to a machine. So #Person1# gives #Person2# another telephone number.
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train_2772
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#Person1#: How do you like Hong Kong, Mr. Smith?
#Person2#: I like it very much so far, thank you.
#Person1#: Are you staying in a hotel?
#Person2#: Yes, the Grand Hotel, next door to this building.
#Person1#: Oh, wonderful.
#Person2#: It's nearly one o'clock. I'm hungry. Is there a good restaurant near here?
#Person1#: Yes, there are several. Would you like Chinese food or European food?
#Person2#: Er, European, I think. Would you like to have lunch with me?
#Person1#: OK!
#Person2#: Would you like to choose the restaurant?
#Person1#: Well, there's Brown's. The food is very good, but I am afraid it's rather expensive.
#Person2#: That's all right, Miss Wu. Let's go there.
#Person1#: OK.
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Mr. Smith is hungry, so Miss Wu recommends a restaurant based on his taste. They will have lunch together.
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train_2773
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#Person1#: My mobile keeps going wrong. I'd like to buy a new one.
#Person2#: Don't you see the price keeps going down these days? I insist that we wait some time so that we can save more money.
#Person1#: You have a point there, but it is inconvenient for me with this broken mobile. Sometimes it powers off by itself. It really makes me very angry when I am talking with someone.
#Person2#: In that case,you'd better buy a new one.
#Person1#: Well, I'll buy one this evening after supper.
#Person2#: All right.
#Person1#: Let's go to the shop together so that you can give me some advice.
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#Person1# wants a new mobile but #Person2# suggests waiting for the price going down. But #Person1# thinks the broken phone is inconvenient so they'll shop for one.
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train_2774
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#Person1#: Robbie, this new walkman is really wonderful.
#Person2#: Richard and Marilyn bought it for me for my birthday.
#Person1#: They are so kind. You are very lucky, Robbie, to have such a nice family.
#Person2#: Is something wrong, Alexandra?
#Person1#: No, nothing.
#Person2#: Yes, there is. I can tell. What's the matter? Come on, you can tell me. What's up?
#Person1#: I received a letter from my parents this morning. I miss them very much. The Molinas treat me so nicely and I like being with your family so much...but when I received the letter with photographs of my family, I cried.
#Person2#: You really miss your family,don't you?
#Person1#: Yes, I know I must seem silly. It's not like I have nobody. I like the Molinas very much, and they're so kind to me.
#Person2#: Hey, why don't we go out for a hamburger and French fries? That'll cheer you up. And you can use my walkman.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. But if you go out, please don't complain about your math teacher or your math homework, I want to have fun.
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Alexandra thinks Robbie's new walkman is wonderful and that Robbie's family is nice, which causes Alexandra to miss her family. Robbie invites her to eat something to cheer her up.
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train_2775
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#Person1#: Lovely weather!
#Person2#: Yes, it's really warm.
#Person1#: I've seen you before, haven't I?
#Person2#: Well, you may have. I've been here once or twice, for a walk in this quiet park. Do you live near here?
#Person1#: Yes. I live in one of those flats over there. What about you?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm staying with a family down near the station.
#Person1#: Are you on holiday?
#Person2#: Well...er...I'm here to improve my English. I'm from Greece, you see.
#Person1#: I didn't think you were English, but your English is very good.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
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#Person1# and #Person2# have seen before. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s here to improve English. #Person1# thinks #Person2#'s English is good.
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train_2776
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#Person1#: Hi, are you Don? I'm Lynn. I saw the advertisement you put on the Internet about selling your car.
#Person2#: Hi, Lynn. Nice to meet you. Thanks for your interest. Here's my car. It's a 2006 Honda Civic. I took a lot of road trips in it! It is not perfect, but it is safe to drive and it has new tires.
#Person1#: Is anything broken?
#Person2#: The radio is broken and the heater is broken, but the air conditioner works well.
#Person1#: I think you should lower the price because the radio and the heater are broken. If you don't lower the price, I don't think I want to buy it.
#Person2#: Sorry, but I'm not lowering the price. It's a very safe car, even if the radio is broken. Would you like to drive the car so you can see if you like it?
#Person1#: No, thank you. I am worried something else is broken too.
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Don's car for sale has new tires but the radio and the heater are broken. Lynn thinks he should lower the price but he refuses, so Lynn doesn't want to buy it.
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train_2777
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#Person1#: I'm thinking about transfering out of state college into another school in the fall.
#Person2#: After a year and a half? How come? I thought you liked it here.
#Person1#: I do. But here our flight program doesn't give degrees, only licenses, and I need both a license and a degree.
#Person2#: So where do you want to go?
#Person1#: I wouldn't mind going to Makmillen university. It has an excellent reputation for its school of aviation, but I have a feeling it's very selective.
#Person2#: But you've gotten good grades in the three semesters you've been in the state college, haven't you?
#Person1#: Yah, mostly A's and B's.
#Person2#: So what are you worried about then, just ask your professors to write letters of recommendation for you, and you'll be set.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# wants to transfer to Makmillen University. #Person2# is surprised and suggests asking #Person1#'s professors to write letters of recommendation.
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train_2778
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#Person1#: Valerie! Hi! Wow how have you been? It's been such a long time!
#Person2#: Darlene! Indeed, it's been a while! How have you been? Wow, you look amazing! I love what you've done with your hair!
#Person1#: Really? Thanks! I went to that hair salon that you told me about, but enough about me! Look at you! You haven't aged a day since the last time I saw you! What is your secret!
#Person2#: Ha ha, come on! Well, I've been watching what I eat, and working out three times a week. By the way, I heard your son recently graduated!
#Person1#: Yes, my little Paul is finally a doctor. They grow up so fast you know.
#Person2#: He is such a handsome guy. He gets his looks from his mother of course!
#Person1#: Thank you! What about your daughter, Pamela? I heard she has passed the bar exam and married recently.
#Person2#: Oh yes. She had a beautiful wedding in Cozumel Mexico and we all attended.
#Person1#: Such a lovely girl. I hope my Paul is lucky enough to find a girl like that someday!
#Person2#: But of course! Well, it's been great talking to you, but I have to get going.
#Person1#: Same here! We will catch up soon, maybe over coffee!
#Person2#: That would be great! Give me a call!
#Person1#: See you soon! Bye! Ugg. . . I can't stand that woman or her obnoxious daughter.
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Valerie compliments Dalene's hair and Dalene compliments Valerie's anti-aging. They also talk about their children's recent situation. They seem to enjoy talking, but actually Dalene can't stand Valerie and Pamela.
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train_2779
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#Person1#: Do I need a visa?
#Person2#: No, I shouldn't think so. But you must take your passport of course.
#Person1#: Yes, I know. I must get my traveler's check and some foreign currency.
#Person2#: Yes, you need the traveler's check but you needn't get any foreign currency. You can have my US Dollars, I don't need them.
#Person1#: Really? That's very good of you, Helen. But I must get a new suitcase, my old one needs repairing.
#Person2#: You needn't buy one. You can have mine.
#Person1#: That's very kind of you, Helen. I hope you don't mind my leaving you like this. I need a holiday. It won't be long.
#Person2#: Don't be silly, John. I'm going with you. It's necessary for me to have a holiday too.
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Helen tells John he needs a passport and traveler's checks. He can use her dollars and suitcase. John is grateful and Helen says she'll go with him.
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train_2780
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#Person1#: Have you thought about what you are going to do after finishing school?
#Person2#: Hmm...Where does start?
#Person1#: Well. I think the best way is to start thinking about what jobs you might find interesting. For me, I like jobs of excitement. So I want to be a racing driver.
#Person2#: That's cool, but I think it is dangerous.
#Person1#: It is also my father's job and I'm going to ask him about it some more. Now, what about you?
#Person2#: Hmm...I love to be outdoors. Also I would like to help people in some way.
#Person1#: Well. Firefighters often work outdoors and help others. But such a job is in suitable for women.
#Person2#: Yeah, uh, the job of a tour guide has actually been attractive to me.
#Person1#: That sounds like a suitable job for you.
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#Person1# asks #Person2# about what to do after finishing school. After knowing #Person1#'s dream job, #Person2# thinks she wants to be a tour guide.
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train_2781
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#Person1#: This line is so long.
#Person2#: Yes. It was a quarter past seven when we began to wait and we have already been waiting for half an hour.
#Person1#: I guess they're doing a really thorough check.
#Person2#: What are they checking for?
#Person1#: They need to make sure no one is carrying any weapons.
#Person2#: I'm glad they checked only for that. Or it will surely be longer.
#Person1#: They also have to make sure no one has drugs.
#Person2#: Wow. I guess that's why the police dogs are here.
#Person1#: Yes. Look. There are only 3 people ahead.
#Person2#: After that, can we board the bus?
#Person1#: Yes. We're almost there.
#Person2#: Good.
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#Person1# and #Person2# are waiting in a long line. #Person1# tells #Person2# it's because the police need to thoroughly check weapons and drugs.
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train_2782
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#Person1#: Henry, you don't look very well. Are you OK?
#Person2#: I'm afraid I have a serious stomachache.
#Person1#: There is nothing wrong with your lunch? What did you eat before that?
#Person2#: You know I had bread and drank a little milk for breakfast. But that wasn't enough for me. I felt hungry. So I bought a cheeseburger and an ice cream.
#Person1#: You ate that much shortly after breakfast? That's not good for you. What did you do after that?
#Person2#: I had a PE lesson. We had a test and I needed to run quickly. I finished 200 meters in just 24 seconds. Here was a pretty good record. I felt thirsty after that, so I drank two cans of coke. Hmm, I ate a mango pudding afterwards.
#Person1#: A cheeseburger, an ice cream, two cans of coke and a mango pudding, then you have your lunch with vegetables, meat and rice. No one eats in this way. It's ridiculous. No wonder you have a stomachache.
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Henry has a stomachache. After knowing Henry ate a lot of food shortly after breakfast and ran quickly, #Person1# thinks it's ridiculous and no wonder Henry has a stomachache.
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train_2783
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#Person1#: Hi, Lily, what a surprise to see you here! Aren't you on a holiday with Mike in Paris now?
#Person2#: Sorry, I'm not Lily. I'm her sister Lucy.
#Person1#: Gosh, you two really look like each other. Are you twins?
#Person2#: Yes. She is 20 minutes older than me.
#Person1#: It must be interesting to have a twin sister.
#Person2#: Well, not so interesting. We have to share almost everything. So are you a friend of Lily's?
#Person1#: We're just in the same class. Are you seeing anyone off here?
#Person2#: In fact, I'm taking a flight to Beijing. I like traveling. What about you?
#Person1#: I came with a friend. She's going to New Zealand for her summer holiday.
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#Person1# recognizes Lucy for Lily by mistake because they are twins. #Person1# and Lily are in the same class.
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train_2784
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#Person1#: Excuse me, all the printers in the student center have stopped working. Can you fix them?
#Person2#: Well, not really. I'm just an administrator, most of our actual technicians are students who take the job part time.
#Person1#: Where are they?
#Person2#: Well most of the students who work at the computer labs study at the engineering school, and unfortunately they all took the day off. I think they have some big exams tomorrow.
#Person1#: There must be something you can do. People need those printers working.
#Person2#: Well, there is one technician working at the computer lab in the arts building. You may find him there.
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#Person1# asks #Person2# to fix the printers in the student center. #Person2# says most student technicians are unavailable but #Person1# can find the computer-lab technician.
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train_2785
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#Person1#: You've been working constantly. Don't push yourself so hard, or you'll end up in the hospital.
#Person2#: I'm not always as busy as I am right now. It'll slow down in about half a month.
#Person1#: So what are you busy with?
#Person2#: Some new stories. I must finish them in a week and the editors are all waiting.
#Person1#: But you will need to take a break once in awhile. Let's go to the gym tonight.
#Person2#: Tonight? I'm afraid I can't. I must write at least 5000 words tonight.
#Person1#: We won't stay there for too long. Besides you may get inspired there.
#Person2#: You're right. So what do you usually do at the gym?
#Person1#: Run and swim. Those are my favorite sports. Sometimes I go to a dance class there, though I'm not very good at it. What about you?
#Person2#: I like running and swimming too, but I don't dance. Sometimes I like to lift weights.
#Person1#: When do you think we should get going?
#Person2#: How about 6:30 PM? We can return at about 9:00 PM and then I can go on writing.
#Person1#: That's fine with me.
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#Person2#'s working on some new stories. #Person1# feels #Person2#'s working too hard and invites #Person2# to the gym. #Person1# and #Person2# both like running and swimming and they'll get going at 6:30 pm.
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train_2786
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#Person1#: Where should we set a bar picnic? By the lake? It looks so blue and clear, just like the Sky.
#Person2#: I know, but it's hot today. Let's have the picnic under the trees over there instead of by the lake. The trees will keep the sun off us so it won't be as hot.
#Person1#: Good idea. It's a sunny day for a picnic in the park but I wouldn't want to be running around too much.
#Person2#: You're right. I take my dog for a walk on the walking path here to get some exercise, but only when it's cooler outside.
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#Person1# suggests setting the bar picnic by the lake, but #Person2# thinks they should have it under trees to block the sun.
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train_2787
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#Person1#: Hi there. Do you need any help?
#Person2#: I've been told about something called Southern Fund. How can I buy it?
#Person1#: First of all, you should open a Fund Account with us, just fill in this form. We'll need to see some ID and your Cash Card.
#Person2#: That sounds simple enough. Do you charge any admin fees for that?
#Person1#: You'll have to pay 20 RIB, and then you will have your Southern Fund Management company card.
#Person2#: Do you need any other documentation from me?
#Person1#: Yes, we'll need to fill in this form, for fund trading and this one, for subscribing for and / or applying for purchasing fund units. The minimum is 500 RIB.
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#Person2# wants to buy Southern Fund, so #Person1# tells #Person2# to open a Fund Account with #Person1#, pay 20 RIB, and fill a form.
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train_2788
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#Person1#: Hello, welcome to Lincoln Bank. What can we do for you today?
#Person2#: I want to effect payment under an L / C today.
#Person1#: No problem. OK... just checking for you. Ah, I'm afraid there aren't enough funds in your account to cover this transaction. What you can do is buy some US dollars, using local currency and we can credit your account with that amount.
#Person2#: That seems alright. What's the exchange rate like today? Good or bad?
#Person1#: It's not too bad today, actually. 828.23.
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There aren't enough funds in #Person2#'s account for #Person2# to effect payment. #Person1# suggests buying some US dollars so that #Person1# can credit #Person2#'s account with that amount.
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train_2789
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#Person1#: Do you want to talk with John with tongue?
#Person2#: No, tell him I'm tied up.
#Person1#: When should I tell him to call back?
#Person2#: Tell him to call me tomorrow morning.
#Person1#: All right.
#Person2#: Thank you.
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#Person2# asks #Person1# to tell John to call #Person2# tomorrow morning.
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train_2790
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#Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to send a fax to Shenzhen.
#Person1#: Is it a photograph or a document?
#Person2#: Each of both.
#Person1#: Could I see both of them?
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: You can't send this document ; it is not clear enough to send. The photograph is all right.
#Person2#: Well, how long will it take to arrive in Shenzhen?
#Person1#: Couple of minutes.
#Person2#: Great. How much?
#Person1#: 5 $. You should change another much clearer photograph for fax.
#Person2#: Thank you. I will deal with it.
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#Person2# wants to send a photograph and a document to Shenzhen. #Person1# tells #Person2# the document isn't clear enough to send and suggests changing a clearer photograph.
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train_2791
|
#Person1#: My watch always gains ten minutes a day.
#Person2#: That's funny. My watch always loses ten minutes a day.
#Person1#: No kidding.
#Person2#: I am serious. Every morning I set my watch by the radio, but it still loses ten minutes.
#Person1#: You know what you can do?
#Person2#: Throw it away and buy a new one.
#Person1#: No, you don't have to. You only need to put your watch back ten minutes every day.
#Person2#: So you put your watch back ten minutes every day?
#Person1#: Yes, that's what I am doing.
#Person2#: Why bother? Just buy a new watch. It doesn't cost much. Besides, I just can't put up with this thing any more.
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Both #Person1#'s watch and #Person2#' cannot tell the accurate time. #Person1# advises #Person2# to adjust the time every day but #Person2# prefers to buy a new one.
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train_2792
|
#Person1#: There are something wrong with my computer.
#Person2#: Really, what's wrong with it?
#Person1#: The computer doesn't work when I push the power cotton.
#Person2#: Oh, do you use your computer often?
#Person1#: Yes, I don't know why it doesn't work this time.
#Person2#: Don't worry. Have you got receipt with you?
#Person1#: Yeah!
#Person2#: We'll go to your house and repair it on Tuesday. Ok?
#Person1#: OK, I'll expected you around 2 o'clock?
#Person2#: See you then.
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There's something wrong with #Person1#'s computer. #Person2#'ll come to repair it on Tuesday.
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train_2793
|
#Person1#: Ok! I'm ready for my driving lesson! Should I start the car?
#Person2#: Hold on there, Fittipaldi, first let's go over things one more time. Now before you even think of starting the car, make sure your seat is at a comfortable position and you can grip the steering wheel firmly. Next check your rear view mirrors to make sure you can see properly.
#Person1#: We have been through this a million times! Let's get going already! I'm ready!
#Person2#: Fine, start the car. now gently step on the clutch and shift to 1st gear. Good, now accelerate gently and let go of the clutch as you do it. There we go, good!
#Person1#: I'm doing it! I'm driving! This is awesome! Let's turn some music on!
#Person2#: Keep your eyes on the road! No music! We are coming up to a red light, step on the brakes. What are you doing? I said the brakes! Look out for those people! Get off the sidewalk!
#Person1#: Get out of my way! This is just like playing video games!
#Person2#: It's the police! Pull over!
#Person1#: They'll never take me alive!
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#Person2# goes over the precautions before #Person1# begins to practice driving, then #Person1# starts the car excitedly and follows #Person2#'s instructions. However, #Person1# gradually gets wild, and the police come.
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train_2794
|
#Person1#: You know, Mary, I feel we meet somewhere before. Where were you born?
#Person2#: I was born in Beijing, but I spent most of my childhood in London.
#Person1#: What was your childhood like?
#Person2#: I had a pretty strict upbringing, and my parents taught at universities so they have extremely high expectations for me.
#Person1#: Where did you go to university?
#Person2#: My parents wanted me to stay in Beijing, but I decided to go back to England. I graduated from University of Newcastle upon Tyne with a degree in Cross Culture Communication.
#Person1#: What is your current occupation?
#Person2#: I am a journalist. I write for China Daily.
#Person1#: Did you know that you wanted to be a journalist right after your graduation?
#Person2#: No, I didn't. I started working at a university in London but as time went by, I found I did not really like my job. I decided to explore other fields. Journalism is great fit for me as well as a challenge.
#Person1#: Do you like your current job?
#Person2#: Yes, I came to Beijing two years ago looking for new opportunities. I was lucky because my friend introduced me to my current company.
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Mary tells #Person1# about her upbringing and then they talk about her current occupation as a journalist for China Daily.
|
train_2795
|
#Person1#: Have you finished your work?
#Person2#: Not because I'm keeping an eye on the baby.
#Person1#: Where is the baby's mother?
#Person2#: She is at the supermarket downstairs. She said she would be back in about half an hour.
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#Person2# hasn't finished the work because #Person2#'s taking care of the baby.
|
train_2796
|
#Person1#: The Canada Day is on the 1st of July.
#Person2#: What is its national anthem?
#Person1#: The national anthem of Canada is'O Canada'.
#Person2#: Can you sing the song?
#Person1#: Yes, I could sing it when I was very young.
|
#Person1# introduces the Canada Day and its national anthem.
|
train_2797
|
#Person1#: Excuse me, Professor. I have to talk to you about why my homework didn't get done.
#Person2#: What happened that you didn't get it done?
#Person1#: I had to watch a football game instead.
#Person2#: Well, you had more than one day ; couldn't you have fit it in on another day?
#Person1#: Yes, I think so.
#Person2#: Either way, I only allow one missed assignment per semester. When will you be turning the make-up in?
#Person1#: I'll make it up next week.
#Person2#: Fine, but it cannot happen again if you want an ' A ' in the class.
#Person1#: OK, I can do that.
#Person2#: Remember that you are in college now, not high school.
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#Person1# didn't finish the homework because #Person1# watched a football game. The professor allows #Person1# to turn the make-up in and warns that it cannot happen again if #Person1# wants an 'A'.
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train_2798
|
#Person1#: How are you?
#Person2#: Fine.
#Person1#: I haven't seen you for several days.
#Person2#: Oh, I have been with my uncle for a week.
#Person1#: What's he doing?
#Person2#: He is an accountant. I have been helping him for a week.
#Person1#: He must be happy.
#Person2#: Yeah. How are you these days?
#Person1#: Fine too.
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#Person1# and #Person2# are greeting each other. #Person2#'s been helping #Person2#'s uncle and #Person1#'s fine.
|
train_2799
|
#Person1#: What's the Mountaineering Club doing this weekend?
#Person2#: We are going to climb a cliff on the Yangtze River.
#Person1#: How hard is the climb?
#Person2#: It is a very difficult climb, because there are not many places to put your hands and feet.
#Person1#: What did you do last week?
#Person2#: We rappelled down the side of a 300 - foot cliff. It's very exciting.
#Person1#: Wow. That sounds like a lot of fun. I am sorry I missed it.
#Person2#: Well, you should come this weekend. I think you could do the climb.
#Person1#: Yeah, I will. See you then!
#Person2#: Ok, see you.
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The Mountaineering Club is going to climb a difficult cliff on the Yangtze River. #Person2# invites #Person1# to come.
|
train_2800
|
#Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like to borrow these books.
#Person1#: Just a second. I'll see if I can find them for you.
#Person2#: Thanks.
#Person1#: Here you are. You must return them within a month.
#Person2#: What happens if I'm not finished with them in a month?
#Person1#: You can come in and renew them unless someone else has reserved them.
#Person2#: OK. Thank you very much for your trouble.
#Person1#: No trouble at all. So long.
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#Person2# borrows some books and #Person1# reminds #Person2# to return the book in time.
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train_2801
|
#Person1#: What a nice dress, Jean. You look marvelous!
#Person2#: You, too. Where did you get your new hat?
#Person1#: From the Crown's. Oh, what lovely earrings you have! Are they diamond?
#Person2#: Yes. It's a birthday present from my husband!
#Person1#: Well, you are lucky to have such a considerate husband. Mine hasn't brought me a single rose since we married.
#Person2#: He'll come out with surprises. Just wait and see. Look at that woman, with the white chiffon!
#Person1#: She's chic, isn't she?
#Person2#: Yes. I like the dress. It must be the latest fashion. Look, the hem has lowered, and the waist narrowed.
#Person1#: It makes me feel rather shabby. That woman has a good taste in dressing, I would say.
#Person2#: Yes. She dressed with an individual flair. I rather envy her.
#Person1#: Most women follow fashion like sheep. They don't know any better than imitate.
#Person2#: I quite agree with you. See the woman there? I dare say she hasn't got any eyes. How could she match the mauve gown with the green handbag? And all that jewelry!
#Person1#: The gown is quite expensive, believe me.
#Person2#: So what? It only makes her look cheap and vulgar.
#Person1#: You know those upstarts. They're all show-offs! I think I'd better have a diet ; otherwise I'd look like a ballon soon.
#Person2#: You're quite slim. In fact, if you were one of those starlets, the movie company would say you have a fabulous figure.
#Person1#: Thanks. I'm flattered.
#Person2#: Oh, my shoes pinch me. Let's find a seat and sit a while.
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Jean and #Person2# praise each other's outfit. They look at other women and comment on their dressing taste. #Person1# thinks most women follow fashion like sheep and #Person2# quite agrees with her.
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train_2802
|
#Person1#: Excuse me, sir. Can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd be glad to have your help. Could you make the air-conditioner cooler?
#Person1#: I'm sorry. We can not regulate the air-conditioner. As soon as the plane takes off we'll be able to get better ventilation, and the temperature here will drop. Let me get a wet towel for you at the moment.
#Person2#: Good idea.
#Person1#: Your wet towel, sir.
#Person2#: Thank you. Could I have something cold to drink?
#Person1#: Yes. We have mineral water, orange juice, coke, which do you prefer?
#Person2#: Orange juice, please.
#Person1#: Would you like some ice in your drink?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: How much would you like?
#Person2#: One or two cubes will be OK.
#Person1#: Here you are, sir.
#Person2#: I'm awfully sorry to have bothered you.
#Person1#: It's my pleasure.
#Person2#: Please accept this tip.
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#Person2# wants to turn the air-conditioner cooler, but #Person1# cannot regulate it, so #Person1# offers #Person2# a wet towel and orange juice with ice.
|
train_2803
|
#Person1#: Hi, buddy! How do you deal with your salary?
#Person2#: I usually put them into my bank account. I think that is a little secure, though the interest rate is low now.
#Person1#: Look! This stock is rising now. I am researching it, and planning to buy some shares.
#Person2#: Have you invested in the stock market before?
#Person1#: No. This is my first time to buy some. You can see that its historical price data is rising now.
#Person2#: But that is a little risky, you know.
#Person1#: Hey! Do you still remember our teacher of economics, Mr. Locker?
#Person2#: Of course! I remember he has a part-time job as a stock analyst.
#Person1#: I can ask for some advice from him.
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#Person1#'s planning to buy some shares but #Person2# thinks it's risky. #Person1#'ll ask their teacher of economics, Mr. Locker, for advice.
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train_2804
|
#Person1#: What are the best places to visit here please?
#Person2#: It depends If you are interested in the city. you might like to tour it by car I can be your guide, We'll leave the afternoon free. You can do some shopping in the mall if you like.
#Person1#: Great. What do you suggest we see?
#Person2#: I suggest we visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art first, Now let's go. look people are jogging along the river. Here we are.
#Person1#: The exhibits are really special. I enjoy the paintings very much.
#Person2#: So do I. This is Broadway. There are lots of theaters. This way leads to Times Square.
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#Person2#'s showing #Person1# around New York and suggests visiting the Metropolitan Museum of Art first. #Person1# thinks the exhibits are special.
|
train_2805
|
#Person1#: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to see the manager. Here's my card.
#Person1#: Thank you, Mr. Wang. Do you have an appointment?
#Person2#: No, I'm afraid I don't. Is it possible for me to see him now?
#Person1#: I'm afraid Mr. Li is engaged at the moment. Would you mind waiting?
#Person2#: Well, how long will it be?
#Person1#: About half an hour.
#Person2#: That's too bad. I can't wait that long. I have another appointment at ten.
#Person1#: Can the Assistant Manager meet you instead?
#Person2#: No, I have discussed the details about sales of our new equipment with the manager on the telephone yesterday.
#Person1#: Do you want to make another appointment?
#Person2#: Yes, I suppose that's the best thing I can do for now. I'll be here on Thursday morning at 10 o'clock. Is that all right?
#Person1#: Yes, I'll make a note of that and ask Mr. Li to confirm.
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Mr. Wang wants to see Mr. Li but he isn't available now. Since Mr. Wang hasn't got time to wait, he has to make another appointment.
|
train_2806
|
#Person1#: Excuse me, is there a swimming pool in your hotel?
#Person2#: Yes, the swimming pool is right behind the building. Walk out of the door and you will see it.
#Person1#: What's the fare?
#Person2#: $ 10 per hour.
#Person1#: Thank you.
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#Person2# shows #Person1# the way to the swimming pool and tells #Person1# the fare.
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train_2807
|
#Person1#: I'm going to the shops in a minute. What do we need?
#Person2#: We're okay for vegetables but we should stock up on meat. Can you go to the butcher's and get some veal and some beef?
#Person1#: No problem. We also need bread, so I'll go to the baker's. I'll get some vol au vents for Victor's birthday bash on Friday. We'll need balloons for that too.
#Person2#: Better visit the supermarket then. We'll need some other things for the party. Get some vanilla ice cream, some butter and some vinegar and twelve bottles of beer.
#Person1#: Okay. The library's beside the baker's. I'd better take back the videos we borrowed last week. They're overdue.
#Person2#: I'll see you later then.
#Person1#: Bye! I'll be back before seven.
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#Person1#'s going to the shops. #Person1# and #Person2# talk about what they need to buy and what errands #Person1# needs to run.
|
train_2808
|
#Person1#: Joy Chain elementary school, please.
#Person2#: Will do.
#Person1#: How frustrating! The bus is still not coming.
#Person2#: Ma'am, take your kid to school?
#Person1#: Yes. I am in a hurry. Please take a shortcut.
#Person2#: No problem. Don't worry, the taxi is faster than the bus.
#Person1#: The traffic is terrible on Monday morning. It takes us almost 1 hour to get to school.
#Person2#: My son is the same. But he always makes an early start in the morning, and enjoys listening to the English programmer Let's talk in English on the way.
#Person1#: That's wonderful. He is killing two birds with one stone. Sir, please turn right at the next corner. And stop at the taxi stand.
#Person2#: OK!
#Person1#: What is the fare?
#Person2#: It's 14. 5 Yuan.
#Person1#: Keep the change!
#Person2#: Thanks, Ma'am.
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#Person1# takes #Person2#'s taxi frustratedly to take her kids to school due to the terrible traffic on Monday morning, then #Person1# and #Person2# talk about taking kids to school.
|
train_2809
|
#Person1#: What do you do in summer?
#Person2#: I love going out into the countryside for walks or bike ride. I love being out in the fresh summer air. How about you?
#Person1#: I don't often go for walks, but I either play sports outside-you know, tennis or badminton-or just sit in the sunshine and read a good book.
#Person2#: What do you do in winter?
#Person1#: Well, I play sports indoors quite often. If I'm feeling lazy, I just watch a film at home. I prefer summer to winter.
#Person2#: I think most people do. I like wearing nice, colorful clothes in summer, you know, a nice dress or skirt. It's too cold for those kinds of clothes in winter.
#Person1#: Yes. I like wearing shorts in summer. My legs would freeze!
#Person2#: Do you think we'll have a nice summer this year?
#Person1#: Thanks to global warming, it could be hotter than ever!
|
#Person1# and #Person2# are talking about what they do in summer and winter. They prefer summer to winter since they can wear clothes that are too cold for winter.
|
train_2810
|
#Person1#: Please come in, Steven.
#Person2#: All right, Mr. Green.
#Person1#: Have a seat over there. How are things going out in the office?
#Person2#: Pretty well. Everyone is working hard.
#Person1#: But, our business has been going down sharply the couple of months and we have to reduce some staff.
#Person2#: You mean I'm among the people who have to go?
#Person1#: I'm afraid so.
#Person2#: Did I do something wrong?
#Person1#: You're the sales manager, but our sales didn't go up.
#Person2#: But you know I've been working very hard. And I have a family to support.
#Person1#: I feel sorry, but that's the decision of the directorate.
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Mr. Green lays off Steven, the sales manager, since their sales didn't go up.
|
train_2811
|
#Person1#: Sara, I've been looking forward to our yearly camp out for three weeks. [Me too] It's going to be a wonderful day for hiking tomorrow. The great outdoors. Camping under the stars. This is the life.
#Person2#: Yeah, but Paul, I'm a little bit worried about the weather though. The weatherman said it was going to rain later tonight.
#Person1#: Ah, nonsense. Nothing can spoil our adventure. Those weather reports are never right.
#Person2#: And it said there was a chance of high winds.
#Person1#: Ah. Don't worry.
#Person2#: [thunder] Paul. Paul. Did you remember to bring our raincoats just in case, like I told you? [light rain]
#Person1#: Uh ... no. I left them on the front porch. [heavy rain]
#Person2#: What are we going to do now?
#Person1#: We'll have to sleep in the car! Hurry get in! [door shut]
#Person2#: So, Paul, what are we going to do now?
#Person1#: How about playing a card game?
#Person2#: Uhh. I left them next to the picnic table. [Hmmm] Hey, you don't want me to go out in this rain and get them, do you?
#Person1#: No. That's okay. So what now?
#Person2#: Well, we could head down the mountain and stay at that hotel we passed on the way up, or go home.
#Person1#: Hmm, why don't we just make the best of it here and hope the weather clears.
#Person2#: That's a good idea.
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Paul's excited about the hiking tomorrow but Sara's worried about the weather. When it's time for hiking, it begins to rain, but they left the raincoats at home. They finally decide to stay in the car and wait for the weather to clear.
|
train_2812
|
#Person1#: It seems the restaurants here have little business these days.
#Person2#: That's true. But ours is a scenic resort. And this is not the busy season. When summer comes, you'll see armies of tourists waiting in line in order to get a seat.
|
#Person2# tells #Person1# the restaurants have little business these days because it's the slack season.
|
train_2813
|
#Person1#: It's Saturday again. No alarm clock, no work. I love it.
#Person2#: How I want to have much free time as you do! So what do you usually do in your free time?
#Person1#: I'm spending much of my free time learning German. I also enjoy playing the piano now and then.
#Person2#: Do you play any sports?
#Person1#: Not much. But I go to the sports club and work out once a week.
#Person2#: Why not try skating? It's so exciting.
#Person1#: Yes, but too exciting. I once broke my leg while skating. I had to give it up.
#Person2#: What a pity!
|
#Person1# spends free time learning German and playing the piano. #Person2# recommends skating but #Person1# gave it up because #Person1# once broke #Person1#'s leg while skating.
|
train_2814
|
#Person1#: Babar Jason?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Hello, I'm Doctor Johnson. What's the problem?
#Person2#: I keep getting these headaches lately. And my nose usually gets stuffed up.
#Person1#: Are you eating properly?
#Person2#: Sure, I don't eat fast food. I eat three square meals a day.
#Person1#: You might be coming down with the virus.
#Person2#: To tell you the truth, this has been going on for over a month. My school grades are suffering because my mind is always on my health.
#Person1#: Well, do you have pets?
#Person2#: My roommate has a cat.
#Person1#: Ah, it may be the cat.
#Person2#: Come to think of it. She did get the cat about a month ago.
#Person1#: All right, I'd like you to fill out this medical history form. I'm going to give you some tests. Have you ever had any?
#Person2#: At least not what I can remember.
#Person1#: We'll schedule you for the test right away. Then we'll be able to get to the bottom of this ting.
#Person2#: But if it turns out to be the cat, I'll have a hard time persuading my roommate to get rid of it. She is crazy about that eat.
#Person1#: Well, then you may have to get rid of both of them.
|
Babar Jason tells Doctor Johnson that he keeps getting headaches lately. Doctor Johnson doubts that it may be caused by the cat of Jason's roommate and will schedule Jason for the test right away.
|
train_2815
|
#Person1#: Our guest today is Alas Baker who has a very unusual ability. Alas, thank you for coming into the studio. What kind of unusual ability are we talking about here?
#Person2#: Wow, it's quite easy to describe. Basically, when I read a word or even think of a particular word, such as Tuesday, I see a color connected with it. It's not that I imagine a color. I really see it loading in front of my eyes.
#Person1#: How interesting! Is it a sort of medical condition?
#Person2#: Yes. And just recently doctors have begun to understand it more. They call it synesthesia, which means that somewhere in my brain, there are links between sections that should really be separate. Other people have a form of this condition that affects emotions. So they see colors when they feel particular emotions. Apparently, it's generally passed on from parents to their children, which is the case with me.
#Person1#: Do you have any brothers or sisters with the same ability?
#Person2#: Yes, my brother is the same as me. If we start talking about it, people think we are completely mad. When we were younger, we used to have arguments about things like what color the word Tuesday is. It turns out that everyone with this condition sees different colors.
#Person1#: It sounds as though it could make life quite exhausting.
#Person2#: I suppose it does. But you see, if you've never known anything different, you don't think of it like that. It does make you aware of your moods. I know when I started to feel depressed, things begin to look grey.
#Person1#: Are there any other advantages do you find?
#Person2#: Well, it seems that quite a lot of artists and musicians have this condition. So I guess it can be beneficial if it's combined with some sort of gift or natural talent, which is not the case with me unfortunately. But I do find that it makes reading very interesting, because sometimes a sentence has a very nice range of colors. So you want to read it again just to experience that. Of course, this makes me quite a slow reader.
|
Alas Baker tells #Person1# he can see a color when reading a word or thinking of a particular word, which is diagnosed to be 'synesthesia' generally passed on from parents to their children. Alas Baker's brother has the same condition as him. Alas Baker thinks this ability makes life exhausting but also makes reading interesting.
|
train_2816
|
#Person1#: Hello. This is Amy.
#Person2#: Hello, Amy. This is Tom.
#Person1#: Yes. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I want to go to New York by train today. Would you please look up a train time for me?
#Person1#: Certainly, Hold on, please. Um... there's one at eleven p. m. It's a little late. Why don't you go there by car?
#Person2#: My car is being repaired now. I have to go there by train.
#Person1#: Do you think you have enough time?
#Person2#: Yes. I'll try it. Thank you. Bye.
|
Tom requests Amy to help him look up a train to New York today because his car is being repaired.
|
train_2817
|
#Person1#: I would like to purchase some meat.
#Person2#: What kind of meat would you like to get today?
#Person1#: First off, I'm going to need a pound of ground beef.
#Person2#: A pound of ground beef is $2. 48.
#Person1#: That's perfect.
#Person2#: What else will you be needing?
#Person1#: I'm also going to need three pounds of chicken breasts.
#Person2#: The chicken breasts cost $4. 05 per pound.
#Person1#: What's the total price for the chicken?
#Person2#: It's going to be $12. 15.
#Person1#: Okay, I think that will be all for me today.
|
#Person1# buys some ground beef and some chicken breasts with #Person2#'s assistance.
|
train_2818
|
#Person1#: Why are you walking to and fro in the room?
#Person2#: I'm worrying about the children. After all this is the first time they have been out without us.
#Person1#: Don't worry. They are grown-ups.
#Person2#: I know. But I couldn't help.
|
#Person2# worries about the children since it's their first time to be out without parents.
|
train_2819
|
#Person1#: I'm about to run out of business cards. I need some new ones.
#Person2#: We can print as many as you like. Just tell me how many.
#Person1#: Two thousand should get me through the year.
#Person2#: Here's a form to get you started.
#Person1#: My old card is perfect, so all I want you to do is copy it exactly.
#Person2#: I think you'll be very pleased with how well we duplicate your old card.
#Person1#: . . . Here you go
#Person2#: Thanks. Come back here next Wednesday to pick up your order, please.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but can you give me a three-day turnaround?
#Person2#: If you don't mind paying a little extra, it's absolutely no problem.
|
#Person1# pays #Person2# to print #Person1#'s old business cards and asks for a three-day turnaround. #Person2# tells #Person1# it'll cost a little extra.
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train_2820
|
#Person1#: May I drive the car this time, Bill?
#Person2#: OK, I know you're a good driver, but be careful.
#Person1#: Thank you Bill. Where exactly are we going now?
#Person2#: I am not sure. Maybe we're heading for a small town to have a stop there. What do you think about, Laura?
#Person1#: Shall we go down the valley to find a nice place for a camp? It will just take a short time to the valley.
#Person2#: Good idea, and we can also have a delicious meal and a bushwalk there.
#Person1#: Yes, I like bush walking and I am also very hungry now. So let's hurry.
|
Laura requests Bill to let her drive this time. They decide to head down to the valley for a camp.
|
train_2821
|
#Person1#: Have a look at these brochures! Have you ever thought of visiting North Africa?
#Person2#: Well, I've traveled to Morocco on business twice and I'd really like to go there again on holiday.
#Person1#: Great. There is a flight on April twenty fifth and...
#Person2#: Flight? Forget it! My wife is afraid of flying.
#Person1#: Oh, in that case how about traveling by ship?
#Person2#: Sorry I get sea sick when I travel by ship.
#Person1#: Then North Africa is out of the question.
#Person2#: I guess so. What else can you suggest?
#Person1#: What about a coach tour around Europe? It includes different countries and it's quite cheap.
#Person2#: OK, that's probably the best idea.
|
#Person1# suggests visiting North Africa but #Person2# and his wife cannot go by air or by ship. They finally decide on a coach tour around Europe.
|
train_2822
|
#Person1#: I can't believe Thanksgiving is right around the corner. Who usually does the cooking in your family?
#Person2#: My mother and my 2 aunts don't let anyone else do anything except for the salad and the drinks. That includes all the sauces, desserts and place settings.
#Person1#: Wow, it sounds like they take Turkey day pretty seriously.
#Person2#: Listen, if Thanksgiving were an Olympic sport, they would be kicked out for winning too many gold medals. What about you?
#Person1#: Well, my parents and I do everything together. It's better than one person trying to do too much.
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#Person2#'s mother and aunts do the cooking on Thanksgiving while #Person1#'s family cook everything together.
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train_2823
|
#Person1#: Sophie, did you see that quiz show last night, the one presented by Frank Jones?
#Person2#: No, was it any good?
#Person1#: It was great. Frank Jones always makes me laugh. I've been watching it for the past couple of weeks.
#Person2#: Do you think so? I don't understand why so many people think he's funny.
#Person1#: Well, you're the fifth or sixth person I've told to see it. Some of my friends thought it was going to be too serious, so they didn't bother watching it.
#Person2#: So are all the questions really easy and just about pop music or movie stars? I'm not interested in watching it if all the questions are like that.
#Person1#: Actually, they start off a bit easy, but they get harder and harder as the show goes on.
#Person2#: Usually I'm not bad at general knowledge questions, especially ones about history or literature.
#Person1#: Yeah, but I'm better at math and science.
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#Person1# tells Sophie about the quiz show presented by Frank Jones. #Person1# admires Jones very much while Sophie cannot get his humor. Then they talk about the questions in the show.
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train_2824
|
#Person1#: Excuse me? I want to go to Broadway on Eighty-second Sreet. Can I take any bus that comes along?
#Person2#: You can take any bus except the No.9.
#Person1#: How often do the buses run?
#Person2#: They run about every 5 minutes.
#Person1#: Fine. How long does it take to get to Eighty-second Street?
#Person2#: About 15 minutes. It's not very far. Are you a stranger here?
#Person1#: Yes, I am.
#Person2#: How do you like New York?
#Person1#: I like it very much. The weather, the lifestyle, but the way people talk here is a little confusing to me. It's hard to understand.
#Person2#: You'll soon get accustomed to it. It's not that difficult. Well, here's the bus. Fortunately, it's not full.
#Person1#: Thanks for your help. You're really nice.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# how to get to Broadway on Eighty-second Sreet by bus. #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# likes New York very much and thanks #Person2# for the help.
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train_2825
|
#Person1#: Are you OK?
#Person2#: I think so. I'm just a little frightened.
#Person1#: I should think so that looks like a pretty bad accident.
#Person2#: It was, my guess I'm lucky.
#Person1#: You bet you are. What happened?
#Person2#: Well, I was just driving around the corner back there. And I lost control of the car. I must have hit an ice patch.
#Person1#: I can't believe you survived.
#Person2#: What happened to the driver of the other car?
#Person1#: I'm not sure.
#Person2#: I saw him being carried away in an ambulance. He didn't look good.
#Person1#: I don't think he was as lucky as you were.
#Person2#: How horrible! I can't believe this is happening
#Person1#: Calm down. You're OK. We don't know about the other man, he might be just fine.
#Person2#: I should call my family.
#Person1#: Take it easy, don't try to do anything too fast, you're just going through a bad time.
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#Person2# just survived a bad accident. Still frightened, #Person2# tells #Person1# about the experience, and #Person1# tries to comfort #Person2#.
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train_2826
|
#Person1#: Good morning, Mrs. Smith.
#Person2#: Good morning. Can you help me please? I'm looking for some books for my mother as a gift.
#Person1#: Well, what kind of books does she like?
#Person2#: She's very font of detective stories.
#Person1#: I see, has she read any detective stories?
#Person2#: Oh, yes.
#Person1#: Do you know if she's read this one? It's a best seller of this year.
#Person2#: I'm not sure, but she probably won't remember if she has. She has a bad memory.
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Mrs. Smith requests #Person1# to recommend some detective stories for her mother as a gift.
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train_2827
|
#Person1#: OK, just sign your name right here on this line and you will officially own your house.
#Person2#: Excellent. I can't believe I just bought a house. I've waited such a long time to own 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. You were great to work with.
#Person1#: Yes, I do. Thanks for the recommendation.
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#Person2# just bought a house with #Person1#'s assistance. #Person2# can move in on Monday morning and #Person2#'ll recommend #Person1# to #Person2#'s friend who wants to sell his house.
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train_2828
|
#Person1#: Whew thanks for stopping, sometimes it can be impossible to get a cab in the rain.
#Person2#: No worries. We're too.
#Person1#: I'm going to fifth avenue and east twenty second street, no rush at all though.
#Person2#: Oh that's good because it looks like we're not going to be able to move more than a few feet per minute.
#Person1#: Wow. That's what happens when it starts to rain during rush hour. I'm one of the lucky ones, usually I would have an appointment around this time, but today, I get to go home early.
#Person2#: That's great Madam, I'll try and get you home as early as possible.
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#Person1# thanks #Person2# for driving #Person1# home on a rainy day during rush hour.
|
train_2829
|
#Person1#: What do you think about this idea? Going for a picnic.
#Person2#: Well, I'm not sure, I think it's a bit boring. I think barbecue on the beach would be more fun.
#Person1#: Yes, I agree, but it's quite a lot of work. Someone has to stand here and cook all night. I think we should go to a restaurant instead.
#Person2#: That's true, but it's quite expensive to go to a restaurant.
#Person1#: Well, what about having a party at someone's house? We could order a pizza or just some hamburgers.
#Person2#: I suppose so, I think a fancy dress party is a good idea. We could have a competition and decide who is wearing the best clothes.
#Person1#: You are right. I think that's the best idea, too.
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#Person1# and #Person2# are discussing what activities to do. They finally agree on having a fancy dress party at someone's house.
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train_2830
|
#Person1#: What did you buy at the market?
#Person2#: I bought some special local products.
#Person1#: You seem to have bought the whole market.
#Person2#: Yes. I really wanted to do so. I love those handicrafts, especially the papercuts.
#Person1#: Papercuts are all handmade. Let me see the papercuts you bought. Oh they're all animals.
#Person2#: Aren't animals. The main content of Chinese paper cuts.
#Person1#: Alright animals are the most common theme in paper cuts, but there are other themes.
#Person2#: I will buy some tomorrow.
#Person1#: Why do you want to buy so many?
#Person2#: Because I want to send them to my friends.
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#Person2# shows the local products #Person2# bought to #Person1#. #Person2# will buy more papercuts to send to friends.
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train_2831
|
#Person1#: Shall we go to the cinema then?
#Person2#: I don't think there's much on this week. How about going bowling?
#Person1#: I've never really taken to it. And it's not so cheap, either.
#Person2#: OK, then how about getting the bus into town? Each of us doing whatever we want there, then meeting up again at the bus station.
#Person1#: That makes sense. Though I'll have to be back here by 10:00, because I'm going out on a field trip first thing in the morning.
#Person2#: So am I. But I'd rather stay 30 minutes longer than that.
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#Person1# and #Person2# talk about what to do. They finally agree on getting the bus into town and doing whatever they want.
|
train_2832
|
#Person1#: I'm happy to hear about your friend's wedding, sir. For your jacket, would you like a more traditional 3 button or a modern 2 button?
#Person2#: Let's go with the 2 button. I'm not as slim as I used to be, you know.
#Person1#: No problem, sir. And for your white shirt, would you like your shirt to show past your jacket sleeves, if so we'll have to adjust the sleeve length of the jacket by 1/2 of an inch.
#Person2#: Sure, let's do that. I think it makes me look more modern.
#Person1#: I completely agree and at least this will work for anniversary parties and business events as well.
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#Person2# chooses a modern 2 button design for the jacket and prefers the shirt to show past the jacket sleeves.
|
train_2833
|
#Person1#: May I help you, madam?
#Person2#: Yes. I ' m trying to find a pair of earrings to match my necklace. Can you recommend some to me?
#Person1#: Yes. Your gold necklace has a diamond pendant, and your eardrops should be
#Person2#: These look wonderful. Do these come with a guarantee of quality?
#Person1#: Of course. If there is anything wrong with them, you can come back and show me the guarantee of quality, and then you will surely get free service.
#Person2#: I ' ll take them.
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#Person1# recommends a pair of earrings with a guarantee of quality to match #Person2#'s necklace.
|
train_2834
|
#Person1#: I'm ready to place an order with you, but only one condition that the goods are confined to Australia. Can you do that?
#Person2#: Well, I haven't made such arrangements with the factory yet. So I'd like to make sure if it is acceptable to the factory before making a commitment to you.
#Person1#: All right, but I'm busy. How long will it be before you can finish the talk?
#Person2#: I won't be too long, I suppose. Just let me ring them, will you?
#Person1#: Go ahead.
#Person2#: Thank you.
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#Person2# will ensure the goods confined to Australia are acceptable to the factory before committing to #Person1#.
|
train_2835
|
#Person1#: Pasadena Traffic School. How can I help you?
#Person2#: I would like to sign up for some classes.
#Person1#: What classes did you want to sign up for?
#Person2#: I need to take a driver's course.
#Person1#: You'll have to make an appointment.
#Person2#: What do I need to make an appointment for?
#Person1#: You need an appointment so you can sign the papers.
#Person2#: All right, can I make an appointment right now?
#Person1#: When are you available?
#Person2#: Can I make it for tomorrow at 9
#Person1#: I can schedule you for that day and time.
#Person2#: Thanks a lot. I'll be there tomorrow.
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#Person2# wants to sign up for a driver's course. #Person1# helps #Person2# make an appointment to sign the papers.
|
train_2836
|
#Person1#: May I see your passport, please?
#Person2#: Certainly. Here it is.
#Person1#: You are here on business, I think?
#Person2#: That's right. A German company has invited me for business talks.
#Person1#: How long will you be staying?
#Person2#: Just two weeks.
#Person1#: How many pieces of baggage have you got?
#Person2#: Only one. In this case, I have a camera.
#Person1#: Do you intend to take it out on your departure?
#Person2#: Yes, I do.
#Person1#: According to the regulations, the camera you've brought along for personal use can be passed for the time being duty free, but you will have to take it out with you when you leave the country.
#Person2#: I will.
#Person1#: Well. Have a pleasant stay in Germany.
#Person2#: Thank you.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# is here on business and have a camera. #Person1# reminds #Person2# should take the camera out when leaving the country.
|
train_2837
|
#Person1#: Hello. this is Susan.
#Person2#: Hello, I ' m Mark. I ' m just wondering if you are free this weekend
#Person1#: Yes, I think So.
#Person2#: Good. I was thinking that I ' d like to invite you to watch a movie. I can meet you at the cinema gate.
#Person1#: What ' s the time?
#Person2#: Six thirty, tonight.
#Person1#: Oh, I ' m sorry I can ' t because I have to do some housework. You can ask Jenny to go with you
#Person2#: All right. Maybe next time I can go with you. Bye!
#Person1#: Good bye!
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Mark invites Susan to watch a movie, but Susan has to do some housework. She suggests inviting Jenny instead.
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train_2838
|
#Person1#: Wow, the ferris wheel over there is so big. I'd like to take a ride on it.
#Person2#: It is called Energy Collector.
#Person1#: Look at your right-hand. Is it the zone of the Lost Maya Kingdom?
#Person2#: Maybe. Oh. I see the Jungle Flying Train. I once rode it. It was very exciting.
#Person1#: I want to have a try later.
#Person2#: Me, too. Daniel, look at your left side. Can you see the Air Force Ants?
#Person1#: Wow, that's my favorite. It's like a superman shooting right up into the sky.
#Person2#: Good, you can make your dream come true here.
#Person1#: Of course. After this, I want to show you to the Haunted House.
#Person2#: So you can prove you are a man.
#Person1#: Bingo!
#Person2#: It's just you!
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Daniel and #Person2# are excited to see Energy Collector, the Jungle Flying Train, and the Air Force Ants. They will try them later.
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train_2839
|
#Person1#: Do you know that scientists replicated a sheep into an identical clone.
#Person2#: I heard about that. It was successful.
#Person1#: It's a big jump in science. Maybe more like a leap.
#Person2#: I should say, it stunned me. I can't imagine what they will think of next.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# scientists replicated a sheep. #Person2#'s stunned.
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train_2840
|
#Person1#: Thank you very much for everything you have done for me during my stay in China.
#Person2#: And I must thank you again for your generous help.
#Person1#: The help is mutual. I must thank you to see me off. My wife and I will be looking forward to seeing you. You will come to see us, won't you?
#Person2#: I promise I will take the first chance to call on you. Please send your wife with my best regards.
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#Person2# sees #Person1# off and thanks #Person1#. They hope to see each other soon.
|
train_2841
|
#Person1#: You ready?
#Person2#: Am I ready for what?
#Person1#: Are you ready to transfer to a new school tomorrow?
#Person2#: Oh. Yes, I'm ready to transfer.
#Person1#: You're not nervous, are you?
#Person2#: I'm very nervous.
#Person1#: Why are you nervous?
#Person2#: I'm not going to know anybody there.
#Person1#: That's not a problem.
#Person2#: That makes me nervous.
#Person1#: It's fun meeting new people.
#Person2#: I didn't think about it that way.
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#Person2# is ready to transfer to another school and tells #Person1# #Person2#'s nervous.
|
train_2842
|
#Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: I would like to find this book.
#Person1#: Is there a problem?
#Person2#: I don't think you guys have it.
#Person1#: You should look it up on our computer.
#Person2#: I did that.
#Person1#: What came up?
#Person2#: It should be on the shelf, but I didn't see it.
#Person1#: I can try to get the book from a different library.
#Person2#: I didn't know you could do that.
#Person1#: I will call you when I find it.
#Person2#: I appreciate your help.
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#Person2# didn't find the book that should be on the shelf. #Person1#'ll get it from another library.
|
train_2843
|
#Person1#: Let's call it a day.
#Person2#: It's nice to go home earlier once in a while. But it's the evening rush.
#Person1#: It's hard to commute a long way.
#Person2#: Sure it is. I really hate to get caught in a traffic jam.
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#Person1# and #Person2# got home late for the evening rush.
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train_2844
|
#Person1#: It's so relaxing, taking a walk in the country. The air is so fresh and clean.
#Person2#: Would you like to live in the country? I'm not sure I'd like it.
#Person1#: I can see a lot of advantage and disadvantage. The problem is that, for me, each advantage has its own disadvantage.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Well, I hate the noise in the city, but I love being around lost of people. The problem is that you can't have lots of people and have peace and quiet. The tow just don't go together.
#Person2#: I see what you mean. I love being far away from a city, but I hate being so far away department stores and sports facilities.
#Person1#: People can't have it both ways. If you live in the country, it is often less convenient. If you live in a city, it is noisy, buy there's more to do.
#Person2#: I would love to be surrounded by hills and streams. They're so much better to look at than concrete, rows of parked cars and tall buildings.
#Person1#: I would love to hear the birds singing and feel the fresh breeze on my face. When the wind blows in the city, you get dust in your mouth and in your eyes.
#Person2#: The view from the hill is so beautiful and relaxing. There's so sign of pollution. The village looks so peaceful.
#Person1#: Just remember that in that village there's nothing to do. There's not even a pub or restaurant. There's just one small shop with a poor selection of goods.
#Person2#: You're right. I would have to travel to the city at least once a week to go shopping and see friends. I would hate living in the country!
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#Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the advantages and disadvantages of living in the country. For #Person1# each thing has two sides and people cannot have them both. They both like the peaceful life in the country, but it isn't convenient for distant stores and facilities.
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train_2845
|
#Person1#: Rose, the weekend is coming. Let's discuss what we will do.
#Person2#: What about going to the zoo on Saturday and to the park on Sunday?
#Person1#: Sounds good. But on Saturday there's a football final.
#Person2#: Then, what shall we do on Sunday.
#Person1#: Let me see. We can visit the country. We haven't done that for such a long time.
#Person2#: Good idea. I'll go shopping in one of the department stores nearby. We'll go to the zoo and the park another time. After all, we can put that off.
#Person1#: OK.
|
#Person1# has a football final on Saturday. #Person1# and #Person2# plans to visit the country on Sunday.
|
train_2846
|
#Person1#: Robin, what are you going to do tomorrow?
#Person2#: Bob and I plan to play hockey in the morning.
#Person1#: And later?
#Person2#: Well, in the afternoon, after a long nap, we'll go yachting with Nora.
#Person1#: It seems that you will have a nice day tomorrow.
#Person2#: How about you? What are you going to do tomorrow?
#Person1#: I have a lot of work in the office and a lot of chores in the house. How I envy you, Robin!
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Robin will play hockey and go yachting tomorrow while #Person1# has to do work and chore.
|
train_2847
|
#Person1#: Professor, I will not be here for our next class meeting.
#Person2#: Is this absolutely necessary?
#Person1#: I tried to work something out, but I really do have to miss one class.
#Person2#: Will you be able to make up the work you missed?
#Person1#: I'm going to be doing a lot of extra reading.
#Person2#: Remember that I will only let you miss one class meeting per semester.
#Person1#: Yes, I remember.
#Person2#: Could you e-mail me this week as a reminder?
#Person1#: Sure, no problem.
#Person2#: Make good use of that day off ; you'll only have one this semester!
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#Person1# asks #Person2# for a class off but #Person2# only lets students miss one class. #Person1# will do extra reading to make up.
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train_2848
|
#Person1#: I am really impressed with your presentation skills.
#Person2#: Thank you. I have been working on it for several years.
#Person1#: Well, your time has been well spent!
#Person2#: It also helps that I have strong team members, such as yourself. You really know your stuff!
#Person1#: Thanks, but I have to admit I am really good at bluffing!
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#Person1# prizes #Person2#'s presentation skills, and #Person2# thanks team members' help.
|
train_2849
|
#Person1#: What kinds of Tv programs do you enjoy watching?
#Person2#: I like current affairs programs and documentaries, especially wildlife ones. How about you?
#Person1#: I like those kinds of programs too. They're very informative. I think that many people underrate the education value of Tv.
#Person2#: I agree. People often criticize Tv for showing too much sex and violence.
#Person1#: Yeah. And that's so funny because most people prefer watching sex and violence to watching something more educational!
#Person2#: Right. You can't blame the tv stations for showing popular kinds of programs. They need to make money from advertisements shown during and between programs.
#Person1#: In my country, there's a time limit on the advertisements that can be shown. I think it's about six minutes per hour.
#Person2#: That's great idea. But don't the Tv station lose a lot of money because of that?
#Person1#: No. they don't. they simply charge higher prices at peak times. Is there no limit on the amount of advertisements that can be shown on Tv in your country?
#Person2#: Not as far as I know. We have so many advertisements. the interruptions are unbearable sometimes! That's one reason that many people prefer satellite or cable Tv, where you pay a fixed amount each month.
#Person1#: Some people have satellite and cable Tv in my country, but people don't seem to keen to pay for their Tv programs. Besides, the terrestrial channels offer a good range of programs.
#Person2#: Well, there's a wildlife documentary on Tv in a few minutes. Shall we?
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#Person1# and #Person2# both think Tv programs are informative, and advertisements shown during and between programs shouldn't be blamed. In #Person1#'s country, there's a time limit on the advertisements, but there are still many advertisements in #Person2#'s country.
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train_2850
|
#Person1#: Are you still at that work?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm still working there. But I really find my job boring. I'd like to change my job.
#Person1#: What sort of job do you have in mind?
#Person2#: I think I'm quite fit for a driver.
#Person1#: But it's very tired.
#Person2#: I don't care.
#Person1#: What's your parents'opinion?
#Person2#: I haven't told them. Maybe I'll make them know after the vacation.
|
#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# wants to change the job into a driver.
|
train_2851
|
#Person1#: Have you heard about Anlesen David?
#Person2#: No, have they have another fight?
#Person1#: No, they got engaged.
#Person2#: You must be joking. Those two.
#Person1#: Well, my dear. I didn't believe either. But got it straight form the horse's mouth. Davi called me this morning.
#Person2#: So when did this happen?
#Person1#: Last weekend, while they were on the Sik trip.
#Person2#: Well, I believe it now, and when are they are getting marry?
#Person1#: Next june.
#Person2#: I can hardly believe it.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# David has engaged and he'll get married next June. #Person2# is surprised.
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train_2852
|
#Person1#: How did you get around over there? Did you rent cars?
#Person2#: No, that would be too expensive. We used the train system. We bought a special pass called a Enrail pass. It lets people use the train wherever they want, as often as they want.
#Person1#: I've heard about Enrail passes. So those Europeans really depend on trains a lot.
#Person2#: Yes, they do. I wish we Americans had a better train system.
#Person1#: I know. Our train system is lousy. And besides, Americans love their cars too much.
#Person2#: I agree. And probably the automobile companies are too powerful. They never allowed the government to develop trains.
#Person1#: It's too bad for the environment. So much pollution from cars.
#Person2#: Americans love cars for different reasons, I think. One reason is that we are very individualistic. And cars are a very individual way of getting around. Americans like the freedom of driving around by themselves. They don't want to ride in a train or bus with a group of people.
#Person1#: Yes, I agree. I think it is a cultural characteristic. It would be very hard to get us Americans to change this. But you know what? Probably, in the future, Americans will have to change.
#Person2#: Why do you say ' have to '?
#Person1#: Because the earth's environment can't tolerate cars forever. I think cars are already causing global warming. When the problem gets more serious, world governments will have to start limiting car use.
#Person2#: Maybe you're right. They will have to develop alternative transportation. But it will be hard in America. Too many people are used to cars. Even in our movies cars are very important.
#Person1#: Wow! I didn't notice the time. It's almost noon. I have to get home.
#Person2#: Do you want me to give you a ride?
#Person1#: No, no problem. I have my car in the parking ramp around the corner.
#Person2#: Alright. Well, I'll stay here and have another coffee. Nice running into you.
#Person1#: See you around.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# takes Enrail to get here. #Person2# hopes Americans had a better train system, but #Person1# says the train system is lousy and Americans like going out by car, which are harmful to the environment. #Person2# agrees and says alternative transportation should be developed though it will be hard in America.
|
train_2853
|
#Person1#: Hi, Lilly, it's so nice to see you again.
#Person2#: Hum, me too. This winter holiday was especially long. What have you done?
#Person1#: Nothing special. I had a get-together with some schoolmates at the high school, visited the Internet and read a couple of books which I had been longing for. How about yours?
#Person2#: You know, I like traveling. I made good use of this long vacation and enjoyed myself.
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Lily and #Person2# share what they did during the winter holiday.
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train_2854
|
#Person1#: I am not sure what to do to get ready for my job interview.
#Person2#: Make sure that you understand the company. Do you understand what it is that they do?
#Person1#: No, I probably need to do some more research.
#Person2#: When you've finished your research it will help you figure out whether your company is rigid in philosophy or kind of more relaxed. Does that make sense?
#Person1#: I think that their attitude is rather casual.
#Person2#: So all of that information will help you to pick out what to wear. Do you have something to wear?
#Person1#: I have absolutely nothing so far.
#Person2#: You know I could go shopping with you sometime if you need it, but can we talk about other basics?
#Person1#: Yes, where should we go from here?
#Person2#: Focus on being relaxed and open, don't forget to smile and shake hands and be genuinely interested in what their company is about. I'm sure you'll do well.
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#Person2# gives #Person1# suggestions to prepare for the job interview. #Person2# advises #Person1# to understand the company, pick out the wearing, and be relaxed and open.
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train_2855
|
#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I need to make a deposit.
#Person1#: Are you depositing cash or a check?
#Person2#: I'm depositing a check.
#Person1#: Please sign the back of the check.
#Person2#: There you go.
#Person1#: Do you want cash back?
#Person2#: Yes, please.
#Person1#: How much cash would you like?
#Person2#: I want $ 150.
#Person1#: Here's your $ 150.
#Person2#: Thank you, and have a nice day.
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#Person2# deposits a check and gets some cash back with #Person1#'s assistance.
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train_2856
|
#Person1#: Hi, waiting for the bus? Where are you going?
#Person2#: China Hotel.
#Person1#: Why don't you take a taxi? It'll get you there much faster.
#Person2#: Well, I think I'll take the bus this time just for a change.
|
#Person2# will take the bus this time.
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train_2857
|
#Person1#: I wonder if we can change to Channel 5.
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: I want to know what's on that channel.
#Person2#: Oh, good.
#Person1#: There is a football match.
#Person2#: I prefer TV play to football.
#Person1#: OK. Could you turn it down?
#Person2#: What are you going to do?
#Person1#: I'm going to listen to the radio.
#Person2#: Maybe we can enjoy the TV play together. It's interesting.
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#Person2# suggests #Person1# that they enjoy the TV play together.
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#Person1#: Hello. Is Vanessa there?
#Person2#: Yes. This is Vanessa.
#Person1#: Hi, Vanessa. I'm Don. I'm calling from Seller's Market. Are you still interested in a position as a cashier?
#Person2#: Yes. Is the position available now?
#Person1#: Yes, it is. Please come to see me tomorrow afternoon at 2 00 for a job interview.
#Person2#: Thanks a lot.
#Person1#: You're welcome. I'll see you tomorrow at 2 00.
#Person2#: I'll see you then. Good bye.
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Don calls Vanessa to take the job interview as a cashier tomorrow afternoon.
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