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train_2859
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#Person1#: Whoa! This is a massive flea market!
#Person2#: You're telling me! There are thousands of people here.
#Person1#: And hundreds of booths-all filled with different kinds of stuff.
#Person2#: This is almost like a Taiwanese night market! I can't believe it!
#Person1#: You can't buy much more, Wei! You already have enough to fill two boxes to send back to Taiwan.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah. OK. I'll just buy smallthings!
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#Person1# and Wei are hanging around the flea market, and Wei buys a lot.
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train_2860
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#Person1#: Is this the right bus for San Francisco?
#Person2#: It sure is. Can I see your ticket? OK, fine.
#Person1#: When's the first stop?
#Person2#: About two hours out of Los Angeles. Give me the bags, I'll put'em on the bus. Here's your claim tag. Don't lose it. When you get off the bus, give it to me.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Is it all right to smoke on the bus?
#Person1#: Sure, but only in the rear, and only cigarettes. And alcohol is not allowed.
#Person2#: I see. Thank you.
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#Person2# checks #Person1#'s ticket and tells #Person1# can smoke in the rear, but alcohol isn't allowed.
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train_2861
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#Person1#: We look forward to your early reply and trust that through our mutual cooperation we shall be able to conclude this transaction with you in the near future.
#Person2#: Thank you for your consideration. We will inform you of our intention as soon as possible.
#Person1#: I hope you'll see that we are really doing our utmost.
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#Person1# expects #Person2#'s reply to their cooperation. #Person2#'ll inform #Person1# soon.
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train_2862
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#Person1#: Pardon me. Does your hotel have a fitness facility?
#Person2#: Yes, sir. We try to anticipate all our guests'needs, including fitness.
#Person1#: Great! Where is it?
#Person2#: Sir, the gym is just below the lobby. You can take the elevator or the stairs.
#Person1#: Do I have to pay extra?
#Person2#: No, sir. It's gratis. Just take your room key so you can get in.
#Person1#: What are the gym hours?
#Person2#: You'll be happy to know that it's open 24/7.
#Person1#: Great! Is a trainer available?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, but no. We used to have a trainer, but then he had an unfortunate accident.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# there is a free fitness facility without trainers under the lobby and it is open 24/7.
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train_2863
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#Person1#: Have you gone to school today?
#Person2#: I went to school today. Did you go to school?
#Person1#: I couldn't go to school today, I was sick.
#Person2#: That's horrible. I'd be happy to give you the assignments from English class.
#Person1#: Thank you very much, that's kind of you.
#Person2#: Don't mention it.
#Person1#: When you miss a day of school, I'll be happy to give you the English assignments.
#Person2#: That is greatly appreciated and I hope you feel well enough to go to school tomorrow.
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#Person1# couldn't go to school for the illness. #Person2#'ll give #Person1# the assignments from English classes.
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train_2864
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#Person1#: Hello, I bought a China dress in your shop this morning.
#Person2#: Yes?
#Person1#: I bought one size up by mistake.
#Person2#: Oh, did you?
#Person1#: I wonder if you can change it to one size down.
#Person2#: Yes, of course. Will you come with receipt?
#Person1#: Then I'll come to your place later in the evening, and how late is your shop open?
#Person2#: Until 8 o'clock madam. We are looking forward to seeing you.
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#Person1# wants to change for a smaller dress. #Person2# asks #Person1# to bring the receipt.
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train_2865
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#Person1#: Congratulations. You certainly did quite well and I must say you deserve that grade.
#Person2#: Well, I really studied hard for that exam I've been preparing for it for more than a month. Now, I can relax for a while.
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#Person1# congratulates #Person2# on the good grades.
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train_2866
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#Person1#: Is your mother feeling any better these days?
#Person2#: Much better. She should be back home in a few days.
#Person1#: That sounds like the operation was successful?
#Person2#: Yeah, and the doctors say she will recover soon.
#Person1#: That's wonderful. When will you be back on your job?
#Person2#: I think I need at least one more week to take care of her and do some cleaning.
#Person1#: Why don't you hire someone to do it? Then, you can come back to your job, and you need more free time to have a rest as well.
#Person2#: Yes, thank you. I really do need it. But I'm worried about my mother. She is 72 years old.
#Person1#: You are a kind and thoughtful person. Please take good care of her.
#Person2#: Thank you, Mary. How about my work?
#Person1#: Don't worry about it; all of us in our office can help you with it these days. I hope your mother to recover soon.
#Person2#: It's very kind of you. Thank you very much.
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#Person2# needs at least one more week to care for #Person2#'s mother after the operation. Mary suggests #Person2# hire someone and the colleagues in the office can help with work.
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train_2867
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#Person1#: You look exhausted this morning, Steve.
#Person2#: I am pretty tired. I stayed up nearly all night getting ready for a midterm exam this morning.
#Person1#: Have you gotten the results of the test yet?
#Person2#: Yes, and unfortunately, my grade could have been much better.
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Steve tells #Person1# he stayed up for the exam.
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train_2868
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#Person1#: Hello, King here.
#Person2#: Hello. This is Mara White here.
#Person1#: Oh, hello, Mara.
#Person2#: I'm afraid I can't go to work today, Mr. King.
#Person1#: Oh, what's the problem?
#Person2#: I've got a terrible headache.
#Person1#: Yes, you sound ill on the phone.
#Person2#: Yes, I'm afraid I have to stay in bed today. Maybe I'll be able to work tomorrow.
#Person1#: That's all right, Mara. Have a good rest until you feel well enough to come back to work.
#Person2#: Thank you, Mr. King. Goodbye.
#Person1#: Goodbye, Mara.
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Mara calls King to ask for a sick leave today, and King approves.
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train_2869
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#Person1#: Hi, Bill, you look happy.
#Person2#: Yes, I've just seen a very funny film on TV.
#Person1#: What was it about?
#Person2#: It was about a careless man who got into trouble wherever he went. He couldn't do anything right.
#Person1#: So you like it?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. It made me laugh a lot.
#Person1#: But I'd rather see something not only interesting but also instructive.
#Person2#: Oh, Jane, don't be so serious. People sometimes need relaxation.
#Person1#: That's true. But I just think that watching TV is not just for entertainment.
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Bill saw a funny movie. Jane thinks it's not instructive, but Bill thinks people need relaxation.
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train_2870
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#Person1#: Why on earth are you so late? I've been waiting for more than half an hour!
#Person2#: Why? Because I was almost killed. Some awful driver hit the back wheel of my bicycle and sent me onto the pavement.
#Person1#: Oh, my God! Are you hurt?
#Person2#: No, fortunately I'm fine.
#Person1#: Thank goodness for that!
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#Person2# suffered a car accident but isn't hurt.
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train_2871
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#Person1#: Mary Lou Westin. It's been a hundred years! I haven't seen you since we were in high school.
#Person2#: Randy? Randy Betford? Oh, my goodness, you look exactly the same! Even your hair is the same... curls everywhere!
#Person1#: Well, you look... a lot different... But I mean that in a good way.
#Person2#: Well, I got tired of that blond hair, so I decided to become a redhead, and I've never looked back! I also lost a lot of weight, and I'm really trying hard to keep it off. I don't wanna look like I did in high school ever again!
#Person1#: So, do you live here? What do you do?
#Person2#: I'm a lawyer in Brookfield, the next town over. I just come out here on weekends to do my shopping. What about you?
#Person1#: I sell insurance, but I'm actually working in Springfield. We're looking to open a new office here in Ovington, so that's why I'm out here.
#Person2#: Do you like your job?
#Person1#: Well, I guess I make a nice living, but it's really boring work. I wish I could just change careers.
#Person2#: I agree. I actually have the opposite problem. I work for an environmental law firm, so the work is exciting, and I feel like I'm really making a difference. The only problem is that the pay is quite low, so I'm basically living hand to mouth every month.
#Person1#: That sounds like a fair trade, though. I'd switch places with you in a second. Say, would you like to have dinner with me tonight? I know a great seafood place.
#Person2#: That would be fantastic!
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Randy runs into Mary, who Randy hasn't seen since high school. Now Mary is a lawyer and works for an environmental law firm which is exciting. Randy is an insurance salesman, and he wants to change careers. Finally Randy invites Mary to have seafood.
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train_2872
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#Person1#: Did you see my book? It's not on the shelf, nor on my desk.
#Person2#: Why don't you look under your chair? That's where I saw it a little while ago. Maybe it just fell when you went to the kitchen.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# the book may under the chair.
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train_2873
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#Person1#: how can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to buy some perfurm for my girlfriend.
#Person1#: do you know what kind of scent she usually wears?
#Person2#: she usually doesn't wear anything but a few drops of Chanel No. 5. But I'd like to buy her a new Fragrance.
#Person1#: ok, here are some of our most popular perfumes.
#Person2#: which one would you recommend?
#Person1#: personally, I quite like the new perfume by Clinique. It's a subtle flowery scent. What do you think?
#Person2#: that smells great. I'll take one bottle, please.
#Person1#: would you like to buy any other cosmetics for your girlfriend? We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers.
#Person2#: it's ok. She normally just wears a little foundation and some loose powder, and I wouldn't know what shade to buy.
#Person1#: how about some lipstick? Every woman needs a nice tube of red lipstick.
#Person2#: she doesn't usually wear lipstick. She thinks it makes her nose look too big.
#Person1#: how about some mascara? That will make her eyes look bigger.
#Person2#: no thank you. She has big enough eyes as it is.
#Person1#: I know what she would like---some whitening cream.
#Person2#: no thanks. Western women usually try to make their skin darker, no lighter.
#Person1#: will that be all then?
#Person2#: that will be all. You're been very helpful, thanks.
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#Person2# wants to buy a perfume for his girlfriend. #Person1# recommends Clinique, and #Person2# likes the smell and buys a bottle. #Person1# also recommends #Person2# some cosmetics, but #Person2# only buys foundation and loose powder.
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train_2874
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#Person1#: I am so busy today.
#Person2#: Can I help you?
#Person1#: I'm not sure. Perhaps you could do the shopping.
#Person2#: I'll be glad to help.
#Person1#: Or maybe make the beds.
#Person2#: All you have to do is ask for help.
#Person1#: Thanks. That's terrific!
#Person2#: I'm ready and willing to help.
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#Person1# is busy. #Person2# help do shopping and make the beds.
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train_2875
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#Person1#: Hi Bob, how's business?
#Person2#: Just okay.
#Person1#: Okay, enough small talk. Let's get down to business.
#Person2#: Good idea.
#Person1#: Since we're good friends, you don't have to pay me.
#Person2#: No, I can't accept it. Business is business.
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#Person1# gets down to business with #Person2#.
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train_2876
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#Person1#: Hello Mr.Johnson, you wanted to talk to me?
#Person2#: Uh, yeah, come on in! I'm glad you were able to make it in such a short time. I was worried I wouldn't get a chance to talk with you before the weekend.
#Person1#: Luckily, I checked my email and got your message before leaving campus for the evening. I thought it would be good to drop by and I'm surprised you're here at such a late hour.
#Person2#: Oh, I usually am on Fridays. I like to review the weekly writings. My students turn in before I leave for the seaside on weekends.
#Person1#: To be frank, I'm a little bit nervous.
#Person2#: Don't be nervous. Actually, it's very good news.
#Person1#: Oh, what is it?
#Person2#: I received a letter from the National Youth Fund. It says you have won a scholarship for your further studies.
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#Person1# got Johnson's email and feels nervous to talk to him. Johnson tells #Person2# #Person2# won the National Youth Fund for further studies.
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train_2877
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#Person1#: Would you like to go to the zoo?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. I like to give all the animals names like birth, the giraffe. But I wish the animals didn't have to be in the zoo. I think it is good when zoos save animals and help make their populations grow.
#Person1#: Yeah, they can do some good things definitely. Uh, what is your favorite animal?
#Person2#: My favorite animal? Oh, let me think. I love rabbits, besides I'd pick the coolest animal the monkey.
#Person1#: The monkey?
#Person2#: Yeah.
#Person1#: There are a lot of monkeys in Japan. Have you ever seen a monkey in the wild?
#Person2#: No, but my brother is a wild monkey.
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#Person2# likes going to the zoo and tells #Person1# #Person2#'s favorite animal is rabbits. Besides, #Person2# likes the coolest animal, the monkey.
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train_2878
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#Person1#: Excuse me, we're doing a survey on the free time habits of British people. Can I ask you a few questions?
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: Thanks. Right, first question. How often do you go to a bar or a pub?
#Person2#: Oh, not very often. I don't drink, but I sometimes go with friends.
#Person1#: Ok, do you do any sport?
#Person2#: Yes, I go swimming in the local swimming pool 3 times a week.
#Person1#: And how often do you go to the theater?
#Person2#: Hardly ever. About once a year, perhaps? I go to the cinema quite a lot, but not the theater.
#Person1#: Ok, and do you ever do any gardening?
#Person2#: No, I haven't got a garden. I live in a flat.
#Person1#: What about holidays?
#Person2#: I normally have 2 holidays a year, one in summer and one around Christmas. I seldom stay at home. Sometimes I visit my aunt, usually I go somewhere in Asia, like Thailand, India.
#Person1#: Ok, that's all, thanks a lot.
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#Person1# asks #Person2# some questions on British people's free time habits. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# doesn't go to the bar often; goes swimming 3 times a week; hardly go to the theater and travels in holidays.
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train_2879
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#Person1#: Thank goodness, it wasn't as hard as I thought.
#Person2#: Well, it was completely within my expectation.
#Person1#: But don't you think the answers weren't clear for the last few multiple choice questions? I just guessed.
#Person2#: I totally agree. The teacher set a few obstacles for us on purpose. Otherwise, everyone would get full marks.
#Person1#: The other tough part was the writing, though what we were required to do was just write a very short and simple essay. I was confused a lot by the use of Chinese words and sentence structures.
#Person2#: Um, I had the same problem, we should read more, and then imitate the writing.
#Person1#: Good idea. I believe we will make better progress by practicing more in this way.
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The exam is within the expectation of #Person1# and #Person2#, but there're some obstacles. They think writing is tough and should practice more.
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train_2880
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#Person1#: Hi, my name is Tom.
#Person2#: Tom, the new sales representative? Nice to meet you! I'm Melinda.
#Person1#: Nice to meet you too.Melinda.
#Person2#: Now let me show you around. This is our reception area, and our conference room is right over there. Over here is the sales department.
#Person1#: Really? This is a nice office, but it's quite small.
#Person2#: Yeah... You can make photocopies and send faxes over there.
#Person1#: It looks like you guys work hard.
#Person2#: I tell you what just between you and me, we just mess things up so that it looks like we work hard.Just kidding. Oh, your cubicle is over the. And this way. Those are all private offices the managers offices.
#Person1#: Hmm... Tell me more details about our jobs.
#Person2#: Sure thing.
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Tom is a new sales representative and Melinda shows Tom around the office. Tom wants to know more details about jobs.
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train_2881
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#Person1#: I have a reservation. My name is John Sandals.
#Person2#: May I see your ID, please, Mr. Sandals?
#Person1#: Certainly. Here it is.
#Person2#: Thank you. Do you have a credit card, Mr. Sandals?
#Person1#: Yes, I do. Do you accept American Express?
#Person2#: Sorry, sir, just VISA or MasterCard.
#Person1#: Okay. Here's my VISA card.
#Person2#: Okay. You're in room 507. It's a single queen-size bed, spacious, and nonsmoking. Is that suitable?
#Person1#: Yes, it sounds like everything I expected.
#Person2#: Here's your key, sir. If you need anything, just dial 0 on your room phone.
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John Sandals has a reservation and checks in room 507 with his VISA card.
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train_2882
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#Person1#: I want to open a saving account, sir. What ' s the proper procedure?
#Person2#: First, you fill out the application form and then we'll issue you a passbook.
#Person1#: Is there any minimum for the first deposit?
#Person2#: No, Even a dollar is all right. Here ' s your passbook, sir ; just sign your name on it.
#Person1#: What is the annual interest rate?
#Person2#: It varies from time to time.At present it is 6%.
#Person1#: By the way, can I open a checking account too?
#Person2#: By all means. But you have to deposit enough money before you can write out your checks.
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#Person1# wants to open a saving account and a checking account. #Person2# answers #Person1#'s questions about opening accounts.
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train_2883
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#Person1#: Hello, Mr. Hammer. Jack Ross here. I'm calling to confirm our appointment on Monday at ten o'clock in your office.
#Person2#: Yes. Everything's all set.
#Person1#: I'd like to bring Mr. Huang and Ms. Sun with me.
#Person2#: We're supposed to be meeting alone.
#Person1#: I know, but I think they may add something valuable to the discussion.
#Person2#: Fine. But no one else, OK?
#Person1#: Yes, Mr. Hammer.
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Jack Ross calls Mr. Hammer to confirm their appointment and asks for his permission to bring Mr. Huang and Ms. Sun.
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train_2884
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#Person1#: They got a divorce at last.
#Person2#: It's inevitable. Their love was built on the sand, and this is why their marriage has landed on the rocks.
#Person1#: You said it. Love builds on the sand will soon be on the rocks.
#Person2#: That give us a good lesson.
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#Person1# and #Person2# discuss a broken marriage.
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train_2885
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#Person1#: OK. Come back into the classroom, class.
#Person2#: Does the class start again, Mam?
#Person1#: Yes, but to the heath, this break has long enough.
#Person2#: Oh, breaktime flies.
#Person1#: Come on, baby. It ' s time now.
#Person2#: Mam, another minute, could I?
#Person1#: Hurry up, little boy.
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#Person2# begs #Person2# for another minute of a class break.
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train_2886
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#Person1#: Earning extra income on the Internet is easier than you might think. After I started selling traditional craft items on the Internet last year, I have really been able to make bank doing something I love.
#Person2#: Is that right? I hear all these horror stories of internet business crashing because there is not enough of a customer base yet. How can you be sure your idea will cash in?
#Person1#: To run a successful internet business, it requires a little research and relatively small investment. You've got to have a good idea of some kind of product that is in demand or would be popular.
#Person2#: That's marketing research. . . But what about getting started once you have an idea?
#Person1#: After you have your great idea, then you can set up shop by registering a domain name, creating a website, an email address, and a hosting service. If you want to go all out on your website, you can put together shopping cart technology, but that can be pricey to start out with.
#Person2#: Sounds like a lot of work!
#Person1#: Anything worth doing takes work. Money doesn't grow on trees. . . Most of us have to work for it.
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#Person1# has started selling traditional craft items on the Internet since last year and makes revenue. #Person1# teaches #Person2# how to run a successful internet business from marketing research to building a website.
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train_2887
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#Person1#: I feel like I'm craving a salad.
#Person2#: What kind do you want?
#Person1#: I have no idea.
#Person2#: Caesar salads are good.
#Person1#: I like those too.
#Person2#: What kind do you plan on making?
#Person1#: I'd really like a salad with chicken.
#Person2#: Chicken salads are really good.
#Person1#: I always make my salads with shredded cheese, croutons, and almonds.
#Person2#: That sounds like a great salad.
#Person1#: Why don't you put it in your salad?
#Person2#: That sounds like a plan to me.
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#Person1# and #Person2# are going to make a chicken salad with shredded cheese, croutons, and almonds.
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train_2888
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#Person1#: Do you have any other questions?
#Person2#: Yes, may I ask something about the salary and benefits in your company?
#Person1#: According to our regulations, you will be on probation for the first three months.
#Person2#: What is the salary while on probation?
#Person1#: In this period, you can only get the basic salary, 2, 500 yuan per month.
#Person2#: That sounds fine.
#Person1#: The salary will be deposited into the bank on the 15th every month. Your salary will be raised every year in October, depending on your performance.
#Person2#: Are there paid holidays?
#Person1#: Yes, you may enjoy a seven-day holiday in the first year. After that, you can have two more days each year.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# about the salary and benefits of the company. The salary on probation is 2, 500 yuan per month.
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train_2889
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#Person1#: Excuse me. Can you tell me where the Wal-Mart supermarket is?
#Person2#: Turn right at the second crossing and then go straight for two blocks.
#Person1#: Is it far from here?
#Person2#: No, it's only ten-minute's walk.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot.
#Person2#: You're welcome.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# how to get to the Wal-Mart supermarket.
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train_2890
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#Person1#: My wife is sick, so I have to cancel a reservation I made.
#Person2#: If you'll just give me your name, phone, and date of visit, I can cancel your reservation.
#Person1#: I'm Rudy Randolph at 818-555-1234, April ninth to the fifteenth.
#Person2#: Mr. Randolph. Okay, one second, sir, and there you go. Your reservation is now cancelled.
#Person1#: I wish everything in life was so simple. Thank you.
#Person2#: Not a problem, sir. Please remember us in the future.
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Rudy Randolph gives #Person2# his personal information to cancel a reservation because his wife is sick.
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train_2891
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#Person1#: So it looks like we start selling in the U. S. next year.
#Person2#: Did Mr. Lin put you in charge of marketing?
#Person1#: He's still not sure whether he wants to put me in charge, or whether he wants to hire an American. But even if he hires an American, I'll probably be transferred to our American office.
#Person2#: Where will it be?
#Person1#: We aren't sure yet. Maybe L. A. I think L. A. would be the best idea.
#Person2#: Is it because of trade negotiations that we can start selling in the U. S. ?
#Person1#: Yes, the recent agreements between the two governments have changed everything. Now we have the right to sell in America at a much lower tariff. It's going to be good. We can compete more directly with them.
#Person2#: Great.
#Person1#: Our computers have a high level of quality now. We can demonstrate it. And our prices will be good. So I think it will really be worthwhile.
#Person2#: You seem excited about it.
#Person1#: Well, you know I studied marketing in America. So maybe the thought of going back there to promote our brand is kind of exciting to me. I'd love to be part of the team.
#Person2#: Do you honestly think we can compete though? All the computer giants are there.
#Person1#: Yes, I do. I think we can compete. I think we can make a name for ourselves. It will be hard at first. But if we develop a good advertising campaign, I think we can break into the market.
#Person2#: The company will have to choose a good advertising firm. And then there's the problem of quality. How do we convince American buyers that our quality is good?
#Person1#: It takes some time. Because even if the quality is high, people won't accept a high tech product unless they recognize the name. Name recognition is crucial.
#Person2#: Well, I hope it all works out, John. I think if you're part of the team, things will go well. But you know we'd all miss you here. So I won't say I'm happy to think that you're leaving.
#Person1#: That's very nice of you to say. But if we set up an office there in the States, maybe you could try to become part of it.
#Person2#: Me? No way. I'm dedicated to the company, but I'm not going to leave Taiwan. I'm happy here.
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John will probably be transferred to the American office to start selling there because the recent agreements between governments enable them to sell at a much lower tariff. John thinks they can compete and break into the market if they develop a good advertising campaign. John invites #Person2# to join their office in the States in the future. #Person2# rejects because #Person2# doesn't want to leave Taiwan.
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train_2892
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#Person1#: The show will be starting in a few minutes. We'd better go in and find our seats.
#Person2#: Number 7 and 9 of the Row 11 in the stalls, aren't they?
#Person1#: That's right. This entrance is for even numbers. That entrance over there is for odd numbers. Let's go over there.
#Person2#: What a nice theatre! I guess it can seat hundreds of people.
#Person1#: Maybe you are right.
#Person2#: Look. It's begin.
#Person1#: Well, how did you like the show?
#Person2#: It's so interesting, I like it very much.
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#Person1# and #Person2# find their seats in a theatre and enjoy an interesting show.
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train_2893
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#Person1#: Jim is a genius. He gets along well with everybody and he can always get the work done.
#Person2#: A boss likes him a lot. He says Jim is a good team player.
#Person1#: Everybody would like to have Jim on their team. Because he is funny and helpful and he can contribute a lot to the team he belongs to.
#Person2#: Maybe we all should learn something from him.
#Person1#: Right.
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#Person1# and #Person2# talk about Jim who is funny, helpful and contributes to the team.
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train_2894
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#Person1#: Have any plans for the weekend, Tom?
#Person2#: Yes. I am going for a hike around the Qinghai Lake.
#Person1#: Oh, do you go hiking often?
#Person2#: I go as much as I can. I love hiking, because you can really get in touch with nature.
#Person1#: It would be nice to get out of the city. Do you want some company?
#Person2#: Sure. But it will be a long hike 30 miles in three days. Have you been hiking before?
#Person1#: Yeah, I go a lot too. I saw a bear and a lion on my last hike.
#Person2#: Wow. You must have been pretty far away from the city.
#Person1#: Yeah, my friend and I hiked in a very wild part of the national forest.
#Person2#: Well, bring him along to. We will have a great time this weekend.
#Person1#: Thanks. I will ask him.
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Tom will go hiking for the weekend around Qinghai Lake. #Person1# talks about hiking in the national forest with a friend. #Person1# will join Tom with #Person1#'s friend.
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train_2895
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#Person1#: Have you ever been to Britain?
#Person2#: Oh yes, I'Ve been to Britain many times. I go there on business.
#Person1#: Really? How often do you go there?
#Person2#: Usually, I go to London twice a year but sometimes I go three or four times a year.
#Person1#: Do you always go on business or do you sometimes go for a holiday?
#Person2#: I'm afraid I never go for a holiday. It's always business.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# has been to Britain on business many times.
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train_2896
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#Person1#: What's your favourite steps?
#Person2#: It's hard to say. But I do love waltz very much.
#Person1#: How about rumba?
#Person2#: To tell the truth, I don't like it.
#Person1#: Really? You must like tango, right?
#Person2#: Oh, it's really beautiful, but I just can't dance it well.
#Person1#: Don't be so modest. I'm sure you can dance it very well. Let's dance it now.
#Person2#: OK. I'll have a try.
#Person1#: Oh, you dance it so well.
#Person2#: Thank you for your compliment.
#Person1#: I think I'm your lucky fellow.
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#Person2# loves waltz but doesn't like rumba. #Person1# thinks #Person2# dances the tango very well, #Person2# is modest.
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train_2897
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#Person1#: I see by your resume that you have just graduated from college. I assume you haven't had any working experience. Is that right?
#Person2#: That's right. I've only had some part-time jobs working in department stores.
#Person1#: Well, experience is not important in this job. We are looking for a man we can train to be a teller. By the way, do you like to work with figures?
#Person2#: Yes, I liked math in school.
#Person1#: We are more interested in finding someone who is alert and quick at figures. Do you like meeting the public?
#Person2#: Yes, I enjoy working with people.
#Person1#: We have very pleasant working conditions and I think we have a fine staff to work with. You would be assigned an experienced employee to help you. He would be responsible for training you. Have you studied English conversation?
#Person2#: Yes, I had an American tutor for two years. I had two lessons under her every week. Would I be using English every day is this job?
#Person1#: Yes, many of our customers are Americans, so you would be speaking English with most of them. Do you know anything about various kinds of savings and checking accounts?
#Person2#: No, I'm afraid I don't. I'd be glad to learn.
#Person1#: That's good answer. I appreciate your being frank.
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#Person1# interviews #Person2# and looks for a man they can train to be a teller. #Person2# likes math, working with people, and #Person2# speaks English. But #Person2# has no working experience and knows nothing about savings and checking accounts
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train_2898
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#Person1#: Tom, we are in the restaurant now!
#Person2#: May I take your order?
#Person1#: I'd like to see the menu, please.
#Person2#: OK, here you are.
#Person1#: Thanks. I am starving. Tom, what are you getting?
#Person2#: I have no idea. First time here.
#Person1#: Let me see. . . What's this, shrimp rolls?
#Person2#: Oh, it's rice rolls with fried shrimp inside.
#Person1#: Twenty five yuan is a little expensive.
#Person2#: There are twenty rolls in a bowl. You can get another bowl for free if there aren't enough rolls.
#Person1#: Sounds nice. We will take this, two bowls of shrimp rolls.
#Person2#: OK, shrimp rolls. Do you want anything else?
#Person1#: We will have this one first and order something else later.
#Person2#: OK, wait a moment please.
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#Person1# and Tom order two bowls of shrimp rolls. There are twenty rolls in a bowl and another bowl is free if there aren't enough rolls.
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train_2899
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#Person1#: Wow! What a beautiful scenic spot. It's so open. And just breathe that fresh air, you can almost taste its freshness.
#Person2#: You can have a bird view of Chilin City from the top of the mountain.
#Person1#: Wonderful! I'll often come here for mountain climbing.
#Person2#: You should. Many Guiliners, especially the old and the young, will climb mountains here in the coming.
#Person1#: No wonder people say, Even the immortals would rather be Guiliners.
#Person2#: . . . Quick! Pass me your binoculars. Look at that bird. . . I've never seen one of those before. It's indigenous to Guiling, and an endangered species too. This is lucky.
#Person1#: I didn't know you liked bird watching.
#Person2#: I don't really. I just like wildlife, and you don't get to see too much of it in the city. This place is full of it.
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#Person1# and #Person2# are in the mountain in Guilin. They speak highly of this scenic spot. #Person2# asks #Person1# for #Person1#'s binoculars to see an endangered bird. #Person2# likes wildlife.
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train_2900
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#Person1#: Let's see if we can reach some sort of agreement over your curfew.
#Person2#: Ok, every one asks their parents let them stay out until 2 or 3 in the morning.
#Person1#: Well, I'm not everyone-else's father. I think you need be in the house by ten o'clock.
#Person2#: That's absurd. I know some junior high kids who can stay out later than that.
#Person1#: I'll be worried if you stay out late.
#Person2#: Ok, how about midnight curfew. and I'll let you know where I am.
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#Person2# wants to put off the curfew #Person1# made. #Person1# worries about #Person2# if #Person2# stays out late.
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train_2901
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#Person1#: I was told that your company had been in the furniture industry for many years. What kinds of products do you generally handle?
#Person2#: We mostly handle office furniture. We supply first-class furniture. Here are our catalogue and the pattern books. You can see the material is superior and with all the latest styles. Can you give me some idea about what you're looking for?
#Person1#: You know, we want to totally furnish our new office building. This is a list of what we need. Could you give me a ballpark figure for everything on this list?
#Person2#: The price varies somewhat according to the size of your order. Would you tell us the quantity you want so that we can work out an offer?
#Person1#: If the furniture is pleasantly designed and high-quality stuff, we intend to buy several thousand sets.
#Person2#: It's our pleasure to do business with you. We'll let you have the offer next Wednesday at the latest.
#Person1#: I hope you will make us your best offer, CIF New York.
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#Person1# wants to furnish their new office building. #Person2# promotes their furniture to #Person1#. #Person1# gives #Person2# a list of what they need. #Person2# will let #Person1# have the offer next Wednesday.
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train_2902
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#Person1#: Hello, Fairbrook Consulting, how may I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, this is Julianne Horton, and I'm calling to arrange an appointment with Ms. McNeal.
#Person1#: Certainly, what day were you thinking of?
#Person2#: How's Thursday? Does she have any time available then?
#Person1#: Um. . . let me double check. . . unfortunately, she's booked solid on Thursday, how does next Monday work for you?
#Person2#: Actually, I'Ve got something scheduled on Monday. Can she do Tuesday?
#Person1#: Sure, Tuesday's perfect. May I ask where you're calling from?
#Person2#: Sure, Merton Financial Advisors.
#Person1#: Oh, actually, Tuesday's no good. Sorry about that.
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Julianne Horton from Merton Financial Advisors calls #Person1# to arrange an appointment with Ms. McNeal but they cannot schedule the time.
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#Person1#: How many pieces of luggage do you want to check, sir?
#Person2#: I want to check these three pieces and I'll carry this carry-on bag with me on board.
#Person1#: Ok. Is this your luggage properly labelled, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, it is.
#Person1#: Ok. Would you please put all your luggage on the scales?
#Person2#: Sure. How about this carry-on bag?
#Person1#: Hand-baggage is not to be weighed, sir. . . I'm sorry, sir, you're 25 kilos overweight. I'm afraid there'll be an excess luggage charge, sir.
#Person2#: How much should I pay for the excess weight?
#Person1#: Ten yuan for each kilogram. You'll have to pay 250 yuan for the excess baggage.
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#Person1# assists #Person2# to check three pieces of luggage. #Person2# has to pay 250 yuan for excess baggage.
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#Person1#: Well, Yuri, tell me about it.
#Person2#: I'm sorry I can't bring better news, sir. The site is a disaster.
#Person1#: That's what I was afraid of.
#Person2#: It is not only the earthquake, sir. But the mudslides. Much of the north half of the site has been covered over by mud.
#Person1#: Mud? But Ivan told me there were no mudslides in that district. I thought all the mudslides were down in Chichitango.
#Person2#: That's what we thought, sir. That's what the news reported. But there was one little mudslide in our district too. Right above our site.
#Person1#: Oh, that's terrible! What bad luck! I wish we had never come to this country. But, if it isn't the strikes and the revolutionaries, it's the earthquakes. Our operations here are finished!
#Person2#: I'm sorry, sir.
#Person1#: It's not your fault, Yuri. But tell me. When will Ivan be able to get out there?
#Person2#: Well, it took me about nine hours to get back here by car. If Ivan leaves tonight, I think he should be there by tomorrow lunch.
#Person1#: Good. I want an estimate of damages as soon as possible.
#Person2#: But sir. . .
#Person1#: Yes, Yuri?
#Person2#: I wouldn't recommend sending Ivan now. Especially not at night. The roads aren't safe.
#Person1#: Has the earthquake damaged the bridges too?
#Person2#: No, sir. The bridges are fine. But I've heard rumors that the revolutionaries are coming down from the mountains. There has been fighting, sir.
#Person1#: Are you serious? Fighting? But I didn't hear anything on the news.
#Person2#: You know the government controls the press here, sir. They don't want it reported.
#Person1#: Oh, this is terrible, Yuri. Terrible! So we can't even assess the damages. How can we do business in this country? Either we're buried under mud, or we're in danger of getting kidnapped. No, I can't believe this mess!
#Person2#: I'm sorry, sir.
#Person1#: You don't have to keep saying that, Yuri. It's not your fault. But me--I'm the one who should be sorry. It was me who suggested operations here in the first place! Oh, what can we do?
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Yuri briefs the situation of the site to #Person1# after the earthquake. There was a little mudslide, which was not reported, right above their site. #Person1# wants an estimate of damages from Ivan as soon as possible. But Yuri doesn't recommend sending Ivan now because there is a fight with revolutionaries which is not reported by the press under government control. #Person1# feels sorry for suggesting operations here.
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train_2905
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#Person1#: Next, please.
#Person2#: Yes,how much does a ticket to New York cost?
#Person1#: $30.50.
#Person2#: That's really expensive. Are there any other trains going to New York?
#Person1#: Well, there's the late train that arrives in New York at midnight and then continues on to Boston the next morning.
#Person2#: How much is that?
#Person1#: The ticket for the late train to New York is$22.
#Person2#: That sounds better. I'd like one ticket please.
#Person1#: $22 exactly.
#Person2#: Thanks.
#Person1#: Thank you and have a nice trip.
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#Person2# buys a ticket for a late train that arrives in New York at midnight for $22.
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train_2906
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#Person1#: Hi and welcome to our new show, Exotic Animal Kingdom, a program geared toward introducing animals to the young and old. In today's show, our young, but experienced, guest will introduce us to the fantastic world of bearded dragons. Welcome, Joshua. [Thank you very much.] Now, Joshua, I must admit that a bearded dragon sounds something like out of a fantasy book. What exactly is a bearded dragon?
#Person2#: Well, here. Why don't you hold on to Bert, [Oh ... Wow!] while I talk about him. [Okay] Bearded dragons actually originated from the deserts of Australia, and this is one of several species that survived in that climate. Today, beardies like this one are bred in captivity here in the US.
#Person3#: Okay. And, so what are some of the essential things to know when getting a bearded dragon? I mean, can you raise one as a family pet?
#Person2#: Bearded dragons make a great family pet and are very docile creatures.
#Person1#: Yeah, this one seems quite friendly.
#Person2#: You just need to know how to care for them.
#Person1#: Well, what are some of the things you should keep in mind?
#Person2#: First, you need to have the right supplies: some kind of enclosure ...
#Person1#: Like, like a cage or something like that.
#Person2#: Yeah. [Okay] A full spectrum fluorescent light bulb and a basking lamp [Okay], branches and rocks to climb on and bask on, a food or water dish, and something to line bottom of the cage.
#Person1#: Okay, well, let's get down to some the basics. What are the dietary needs of a bearded dragon? It sounds like a very carnivorous beast. Perhaps, uh, they eat fiery Mexican tacos or something like that.
#Person4#: No, bearded dragons are omnivores...
#Person1#: Now, Omnivores? What exactly is that?
#Person2#: Uh, creatures that eat insects, vegetable, and greens, the leafy parts of plants and their stems.
#Person1#: Okay. You mean like, for example, carrots or something like that for example. [Yeah] Okay.
#Person2#: Young dragons like Bert can be fed small crickets twice a day, along with some greens and shredded vegetables. [Okay.] And then as your dragon grows, you can increase the amount of greens and vegetables. [Alright.] And you can also dust the vegetables and insects with a calcium supplement to promote bone growth.
#Person1#: Okay, and what about water? Uh, what kind of needs do they have for that?
#Person2#: Well, since bearded dragons traditionally live in arid regions, they obtain most of their water naturally from what they eat, so you have to be sure to feed them plenty of vegetables that serve as good carriers of water. [Okay.] You also spray them occasionally with a water bottle or provide them with a shallow water dish. Whatever you do, but sure to keep the cage dry, [Okay.] or else mold and bacteria can grow that could make your dragon sick. [Okay.], and finally, you mentioned about lighting earlier. What do you need exactly to keep your beardie happy and healthy?
#Person5#: Having a full spectrum light and basking lamp are pretty key to raising healthy beardies. First, they need the simulated sunlight from the ultraviolet UV bulb ...
#Person1#: Now, is that the full spectrum light that you mentioned? Okay.
#Person2#: ... to absorb rays [Okay.], vital to the production of certain vitamins, [Okay.] and the high body temperatures of a basking light to aid in the digestive process.
#Person1#: Now, what kinds of temperatures are you referring to when you talk about the basking area?
#Person2#: Like ninety to a hundred degrees.
#Person1#: Okay, and I don't think they need sun tan lotion, right? [No]. Okay, uh, so, perhaps then, I could put my beardie in an aquarium and just set him by the window which gets direct sunlight? Would that work?
#Person2#: Well, actually, you can even take them outside two or three times a week in the direct sunlight; however, putting them in a glass aquarium with exposure to sunlight won't be viewed as a replacement for direct light or a UV bulb because the glass only filters out the sunlight they need.
#Person1#: Wow! I didn't know there was so much to know about raising a pet like that. Well, thanks very much for joining us today, Joshua.
#Person2#: My pleasure.
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#Person1# welcomes Joshua to the Exotic Animal Kingdom show. Bearded dragons originated from the deserts of Australia, and this is one of several species that survived in that climate. Joshua tells the audience that raising bearded dragons needs to prepare some kind of enclosure, a full spectrum fluorescent light bulb and a basking lamp, branches and rocks, a food or water dish, and something to line the bottom of the cage. Bearded dragons are omnivores and can be fed by insects, vegetables, and greens, the leafy parts of plants, and their stems. People should keep the cage dry. They need the simulated sunlight from the ultraviolet (UV) bulb and ninety to a hundred degrees of a basking light to aid in the digestive process.
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train_2907
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#Person1#: Have we agreed where we're going to meet John on Sunday?
#Person2#: Well, I talked to the others and nobody seemed to have any idea where they wanted to go.
#Person1#: I thought we were going to that restaurant.., what was it?
#Person2#: ... the McDonald's at the end of Beijing Road--I suggested it a long time ago.
#Person1#: Well--I think we should agree on that.
#Person2#: OK, shall I phone the others now?
#Person1#: No, thanks. It is better for me to do that!
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#Person1# and #Person2# agree to meet John at a McDonald's. #Person1# will phone the others.
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train_2908
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#Person1#: When you write a novel, do you know where you're going, Dr. James?
#Person2#: Yes, you must, really, if you're writing the classical detective story, because it must be so carefully plotted and so carefully clued. I have schemes. I have charts. I have diagrams. It doesn't mean to say I always get it right, but I do plan before I begin writing. But what is so fascinating is how a book changes during the process of writing. It seems to me that creative writing is a process of revelation, really, rather than of creativity in the ordinary sense.
#Person1#: When you're planning the basic structure, do you like to go away to be sure that you're by yourself?
#Person2#: I need to be by myself certainly, absolutely. I can't even bear anybody else in the house. I don't mind much where I am as long as I've got enough space to write, but I need to be completely alone.
#Person1#: Is that very important to you?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. I've never been lonely in all my life.
#Person1#: How extraordinary! Never?
#Person2#: No, never.
#Person1#: You're very lucky. Someone once said that there's a bit of ice at the heart of every writer.
#Person2#: Yes. I think this is true. The writer can stand aside from experience and look at it, watch it happening. There is this 'detachment' and I realize that there are obviously experiences which would overwhelm everyone. But very often, a writer can appear to stand aside, and this detachment makes people feel there's a bit of ice in the heart.
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Dr. James tells #Person1# that he plans before he begins writing and he needs to be completely alone, but he doesn't mind where he is. He thinks that creative writing is a process of revelation. He agrees that there's a bit of ice at the heart of every writer.
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train_2909
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#Person1#: Jenny, I've heard you want to be a reporter.
#Person2#: Yes. I do. Tony, you've been an editor at The Readers' Digest for years - could you introduce me to any reporters in your company?
#Person1#: Sure. I'll introduce you to Henry. He reports on a number of topics,so he can give you advice on how to deal with a variety of topics.
#Person2#: Thanks.
#Person1#: And I'll also introduce you to Sam. He's very good at writing story details.
#Person2#: That's great. Anyone else?
#Person1#: Let me think...David is a great reporter,too. He is a really pleasant man. I think he can give you some good advice on how to deal with anybody you might meet.
#Person2#: Great. When can I meet them?
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Jenny wants to be a reporter. Tony will introduce Jenny to Henry, Sam, and David, who are reporters from The Readers' Digest.
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train_2910
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#Person1#: I'd like a room for tonight, please?
#Person2#: Single or double?
#Person1#: Single.
#Person2#: Do you have a reservation?
#Person1#: No, I don't.
#Person2#: Okay, we still have some rooms available.
#Person1#: I'd like a private bath, if possible.
#Person2#: All right. Room 128.
#Person1#: What's the price of the room?
#Person2#: $ 26.5 a day.
#Person1#: Fine. I'll take it.
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#Person2# helps #Person1# have a single room with a private bath for tonight.
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train_2911
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#Person1#: Hey, Louise, where can I get some lunch around here?
#Person2#: There are several places. What would you like to eat?
#Person1#: I'd really like a cheeseburger and some French fries.
#Person2#: Well, there's a coffee shop on the next corner. It serves good food.
#Person1#: OK. I'll try it. Can I get you something?
#Person2#: No, I think I'll come with you. I'm longing for a nice salad.
#Person1#: Do you often have lunch at this coffee shop?
#Person2#: No, I usually bring my lunch from home and eat at my desk.
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#Person1# wants to get some lunch. Louise recommends a coffee shop and they will go there together.
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train_2912
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#Person1#: Have you seen my school bag, Mom? I've been looking for it everywhere.
#Person2#: I hope you didn't leave it in school. You never know where you put your things. When did you last see it?
#Person1#: Last night before I went to bed, I think. I remember putting it on the desk.
#Person2#: Really? If you put it there, it should still be there. No one has been to your room. So it must be here somewhere.
#Person1#: Yes, but where? That's what I want to know. Oh, dear, it's about the time for the school bus.
#Person2#: Hey, what's that under your blanket at the foot of your bed?
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#Person1# cannot find #Person1#'s school bag. #Person2# asks #Person1# that when #Person1# last saw the school bag. Then #Person2# finds it under the blanket.
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train_2913
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#Person1#: I'm sorry I was late for class today, Dr. Simpson.
#Person2#: Well, I'll let it go this time. But you saw it disturbed the rest of the class.
#Person1#: Yes, I realized that. I won't let it happen again.
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#Person2# promises Dr. Simpson won't be late for class.
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train_2914
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#Person1#: It's nice and quiet here, away from the dust and noise of city. And our apartments are new and well-furnished.
#Person2#: It's a good place except it is a bit far from the place where we work. Anyway, I'll talk with my husband tonight and give you a call tomorrow.
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#Person1# promotes their apartments. #Person2# will discuss with #Person2#'s husband.
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train_2915
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#Person1#: Why you don't like going to the cinema?
#Person2#: Well, there are too many problems. For example, when a film is popular, the cinema is rather crowded.
#Person1#: Is that all?
#Person2#: No, the worst is the people - children running up and down, people chatting endlessly, and so on. So, I'd rather stay home and wait to see the films when they are shown on TV.
#Person1#: Then you may see the films a bit later than other people.
#Person2#: Yes, but I'll be more comfortable in the quietness of my living room.
#Person1#: Well, I prefer seeing films at the cinema as soon as they come out.
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#Person2# prefers watching films at home rather than the cinema because of the crowdedness and annoying people. #Person1# is the opposite.
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train_2916
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#Person1#: Want to meet for lunch this Saturday?
#Person2#: Sorry, I can't. I am busy.
#Person1#: What are you doing?
#Person2#: I always do volunteer work on the first Saturday of every month.
#Person1#: What kind of volunteer work?
#Person2#: I help out at the children's hospital. I help plan activities.
#Person1#: Oh, yeah?
#Person2#: Yes, it's exciting. This month we are doing crossword puzzles.
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#Person2# cannot meet #Person1# this Saturday because #Person2# volunteers at the children's hospital.
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train_2917
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#Person1#: I've never seen such a mess!
#Person2#: All our precious possessions. I just don't care any more.
#Person1#: Yes, but we ought to do something.
#Person2#: When I think of it! ! That man!
#Person1#: If I could lay my hands on him!
#Person2#: I'd roast him over a slow fire. I'd . . . !
#Person3#: Good morning. You'd what?
#Person2#: You!
#Person3#: What's the matter?
#Person1#: What are you doing here?
#Person3#: Good God! What's happened?
#Person1#: What are you doing here?
#Person3#: How do you mean? . . . You had a robbery.
#Person1#: That's right.
#Person3#: Oh, I see! And you thought I'd done it!
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#Person1# and #Person2# have been robbed and they thought #Person3# had done it. But #Person3# doesn't know what happened and greets them.
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train_2918
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#Person1#: Bob! Your eyes look bloodshot. Did you not sleep well?
#Person2#: I had a drop too much last night. I attended a banquet given by a Chinese colleague of mine. And it was startling for me to find that people are forced to drink against their will on a Chinese table.
#Person1#: you have it right. Alcohol is a medium for communicating emotion in China. Drinking with business partners or would-be friends is a way of solidifying friendship, especially in Northern China.
#Person2#: I just felt embarrassed if I refused to drink when people toasted to me. But if I keep gulping down one cup after another, I'm afraid I would feel unfit or sick.
#Person1#: you lose face by refusing to drink, and the host might think you refuse to give him face. The right thing to do seems to be drinking yourself into incoherence until you throw up. This will endear you
#Person2#: a few guys even threw a drunken fit last night, crying hoarsely and bawling whole heaps of nonsense that I never understood.
#Person1#: then he must be opening his heart to the friends. In a word, as long as you demonstrate a rediness to drink more in spite of already suffering extreme discomfort, no one will jeer at you.
#Person2#: I got you. Next time. I'll perface a toast with a statement like 'I can't drink any more' and then drink anyway.
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Bob drank too much last night. #Person1# tells him that alcohol is a medium for communicating emotion in China, the host might think Bob refuses to give him face if Bob refuses to drink. Bob will demonstrate a readiness to drink more in spite of already suffering extreme discomfort.
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train_2919
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#Person1#: I can't give you a tour now I'm afraid. I have to stay here at the help desk since all the other librarians are very busy now. But I can show you a few places in the library here on this map.
#Person2#: That would be helpful.
#Person1#: OK. So we are here at the help desk, next to the service desk, where you go to borrow and return books. You can borrow up to 10 books each time.
#Person2#: Yes, I see.
#Person1#: Opposite the service desk is the training room, which is used by library staff to give training to staff and students on how to use the computer systems. The entrance to that room is round the other side.
#Person2#: Is the training room beside the quiet room?
#Person1#: Yes, that's right, with that entrance round the front too. It's important to remember that all mobile phones must be switched off in the quiet room.
#Person2#: Of course, and what about books? Where can I find the books for my geography course?
#Person1#: If you walk past the service desk, turn right...no, sorry, turn left, and continue on past the history section and biology section, you'll find the geography section. You should be able to find all the books you need there.
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#Person1# shows a few places in the library to #Person2# on a map. #Person1# reminds #Person2# to switch off the mobile phone in the quiet room. #Person1# tells #Person2# where to find books for the geography course.
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#Person1#: Hey Mike, good to have you back. You look exhausted.
#Person2#: Hi, Mary. Yeah. I'm totally beat. I can barely keep my eyes open.
#Person1#: Was it a rough trip?
#Person2#: Well, it was actually pretty productive. But all the flying really got to me.
#Person1#: Oh, jet lag.
#Person2#: Yep. I flew from Beijing to Boston for a meeting and then got on a plane to go to the trade fair in Frankfurt. Then back to Beijing before catching a train back here to Shanghai.
#Person1#: Wow, that's a lot of traveling. No wonder you're exhausted.
#Person2#: The worst thing was adjusting to the time zones. It's so hard to get used to the difference.
#Person1#: Yeah, it's hard. You know jet lag only hits if you travel east west or west east. You could fly from Germany to Cape Town in South Africa and you wouldn't feel a thing.
#Person2#: Right, because it's all in the same time zone. Unfortunately for me, all my travel was between different time zones. I've got to say, I'm really suffering. Why is jet lag so nasty?
#Person1#: I know what you mean. Well, you'll be OK once you get some rest.
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Mike tells Mary that all the flying makes him exhausted and it is very hard to get used to the difference between different time zones. Mary suggests that Mike gets some rest.
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train_2921
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#Person1#: I have been having a lot of trouble managing my time. I always forget my test and homework, due dates and I can never find the right notes I need. I heard that you're really organized. Do you think you could help me?
#Person2#: Sure, I'd be happy to help. First of all, you need to get a planner, like this one. It's a small notebook in calendar where you can write down all the important dates you need to remember. Then you should create some sort of filing system to organize your notes. I use different colored files to keep the papers for my different classes.
#Person1#: Wow, those are great ideas. Do you think I could take a look at your planner and files? Thank you so much, I'm definitely going to take this advice.
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#Person1# always forgets the test and homework. #Person2# advises #Person1# to get a planner to write down the important dates and create a system to organize the notes.
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train_2922
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#Person1#: Oh, when is your flight to Athens?
#Person2#: Sunday. Why?
#Person1#: Would you be able to come over on Saturday night?
#Person2#: Yes, I should have finished packing by then.
#Person1#: My friends will give me a graduation party.
#Person2#: Terrific.
#Person1#: I'll pick you up.
#Person2#: That isn't necessary.
#Person1#: My dad will let me borrow the car.
#Person2#: Oh, well. That would be very nice.
#Person1#: About 8 o'clock.
#Person2#: 8 o'clock is fine.
#Person1#: Great. It's a date.
#Person2#: Who's going to be there?
#Person1#: Just my friend Peter and a few kids from school.
#Person2#: I'm going to miss all of you. You've been like a second family to me while in New York.
#Person1#: We're going to miss you.
#Person2#: Maybe you could come to visit me in Greece.
#Person1#: I'm counting on it.
#Person2#: Wonderful.
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#Person2# will fly to Athens on Sunday and #Person1# invites #Person2# to come to #Person1#'s graduation party on Saturday night. They will miss each other.
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train_2923
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#Person1#: Dear, have you bought the drinks for the children?
#Person2#: I'm going to the post office later. I'll go to the supermarket on the way home and get some. I don't think we need anything else, do we?
#Person1#: Well, I'm not sure we have enough food. You know my cousins always eat everything when they come round?
#Person2#: That's ok, I think we've got everything we need.
#Person1#: Good, if you could get started with the housework now. I'll get started with the cooking. I don't want to leave everything until the last minute.
#Person2#: Well, there isn't much to do actually, I cleaned and tidied the living room this morning. Oh, and remember, you'll have to collect my mom from the train station tomorrow. My car is in the garage.
#Person1#: Don't worry. I haven't forgotten.
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#Person1# reminds #Person2# to buy some drinks for the children. #Person1# suggests #Person2# start doing the housework and #Person1# will start cooking. #Person2# reminds #Person1# to collect #Person2#'s mom.
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train_2924
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#Person1#: Lydia, have you ever been to China?
#Person2#: Yes, I went to Beijing a few years ago. I attended university there for a year and then returned to Liverpool. So are you in university now?
#Person1#: No. I just graduated from high school.
#Person2#: Are you planning on going to university?
#Person1#: Yes, my dream is to get into a good university, but I don't know which university I should go to.
#Person2#: Have you applied anywhere yet?
#Person1#: Yes, I've applied to Leeds University and Manchester University. I've been accepted into both of them, but I haven't decided which one to go to yet.
#Person2#: Which one has more interesting courses?
#Person1#: I think the courses at Leeds University or more interesting, but I think I would be able to get a better job if I graduated from Manchester University.
#Person2#: Have you applied for a scholarship?
#Person1#: Not yet.
#Person2#: I think that you should apply for a scholarship to both universities. You should go to the one that offers you a scholarship. You know, receiving a scholarship can really help you a lot. You won't have to work part time with a scholarship. You can spend more time on your study.
#Person1#: That sounds like a good idea. Thanks for your suggestions.
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Lydia tells #Person2# that she attended a university in Beijing and then returned to Liverpool. #Person1# has been accepted into Leeds University and Manchester University. Lydia thinks #Person1# should apply for a scholarship to both Universities and go to the one offering a scholarship.
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train_2925
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#Person1#: Good morning. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, please. I'd like to book a holiday.
#Person1#: Florida is very popular, you can do lots of things there.
#Person2#: Isn't it very busy in summer?
#Person1#: It is all year, but there are lots of hotels.
#Person2#: I'm not sure.
#Person1#: Well, what about a holiday center in Sardinia? You can fly there easily and this year, the price is only going to be 450 euros a week.
#Person2#: That sounds more interesting, I'm going to have to talk to my friend first.
#Person1#: That's fine. Give me a call when you've decided.
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#Person1# assists #Person2# book a holiday. #Person2# thinks Florida is busy, #Person1# then suggests Sardinia. #Person2# will talk to #Person2#'s friend.
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train_2926
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#Person1#: What are you guys doing?
#Person2#: Can't you see? We're making paper airplanes.
#Person1#: Yeah, I see that, but what are you doing with them?
#Person2#: We're flying them, of course.
#Person1#: Out of the window?
#Person2#: Yeah.
#Person1#: That isn't right. You shouldn't throw paper out of the window near the land on the street and someone will have to pick it up. You're just making the street dirtier than it already is.
#Person2#: No, we aren't. First of all, we're not throwing the airplanes out. We're making them fly. And second, most of our planes aren't going on the street.
#Person1#: Where are they going?
#Person2#: See that building across the street from us? We are sending them on to the roof of that building. We've already gotten more than 50 on there.
#Person1#: You're going to get in trouble.
#Person2#: Only if you tell mom and dad.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# they are making paper airplanes to send them on to the roof of the building across the street. #Person1# thinks they will be in trouble.
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train_2927
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#Person1#: Nice to see you Alice, come in, please.
#Person2#: Thank you Tom, but I am afraid not now, I come only to return the book borrowed from you.
#Person1#: Wonderful I've been waiting for you a long time and longing to know, what you think of it?
#Person2#: It is very interesting and I've learned a lot from it.
#Person1#: Well, so it is with me.
#Person2#: Oh sorry, I can't go on talking about it with you any longer.
#Person1#: It doesn't matter, better stay here for another 10 minutes.
#Person2#: No, I'll go and buy some food in the shop, and I have to say goodbye to you.
#Person1#: Goodbye.
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Alice comes to return the book to Tom. Tom wants to talk with her but Alice has to go.
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train_2928
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#Person1#: What seems to be the matter?
#Person2#: I just can't sleep well, doctor.
#Person1#: I see. And how long have you had this problem?
#Person2#: Oh, for about 2 weeks now.
#Person1#: 2 weeks? Do you have headaches?
#Person2#: Sometimes.
#Person1#: Fever?
#Person2#: No.
#Person1#: Are you having any family problems?
#Person2#: No, not really. We all get along pretty well.
#Person1#: And how about work?
#Person2#: Well, I've been working a lot lately. More than 11 hours a day.
#Person1#: Maybe you should take a vacation and just rest for a few days.
#Person2#: Well, I can't right now. We're in the middle of some important business.
#Person1#: Yes, I understand. But you really need to slow down. You're going to kill yourself if you go on like this.
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#Person2# cannot sleep well and has headaches. #Person2# has been working a lot lately. #Person1# suggests #Person2# should rest for a few days.
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train_2929
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#Person1#: How about your grades of study?
#Person2#: I have been doing quite well. As reach 90 % and Bs reach 100 %. And I ' Ve received Scholarship two times.
#Person1#: Besides your major, do you know some in other fields?
#Person2#: Yes. To develop my knowledge, I studied Economics, Business Administration and Accountingthrough self-study. Nowadays, I have passed three courses on CPA.
#Person1#: Have you ever been a student cadre?
#Person2#: Yes. I used to be the monitor of my class.
#Person1#: Did it affect you much?
#Person2#: It ' s a very important experience for me. First, it improved my organizing ability, and let me understand how to resolve a problem in the overall perspective instead of my own perspective. Second, it let me know how to cooperate in harmony with people who I like or dislike.
#Person1#: In your spare time, do you have any part time jobs?
#Person2#: Yes, I used to work as an assistant lawyer for Tienda Law Office.
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#Person1# interviews #Person2#. #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s grades of study, #Person2#'s knowledge outside #Person2#'s major, #Person2#'s experience of being the class monitor, and working experience.
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train_2930
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#Person1#: How may I help you?
#Person2#: I ' m making a deposit today.
#Person1#: Cash or check?
#Person2#: I would like to deposit a check.
#Person1#: You need to sign the back.
#Person2#: Okay. Here you go.
#Person1#: Would you like cash back?
#Person2#: Yes, I would.
#Person1#: How much?
#Person2#: Let me get $ 150 back.
#Person1#: Here you go.
#Person2#: Thank you. Have a good one.
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#Person1# helps #Person2# to deposit a check and get $150 back.
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train_2931
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#Person1#: Good afternoon.
#Person2#: My goodness! It ' s the afternoon? Doesn ' t the time fly! Do come in and sit down.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: What ' s the time? My watch has stopped.
#Person1#: It ' s half past twelve.
#Person2#: When do you have lunch?
#Person1#: From one to two.
#Person2#: What do you normally eat?
#Person1#: We usually go to the cafeteria.
#Person2#: Oh, it ' s time to have lunch now.
#Person1#: let ' s go together.
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#Person2#'s watch has stopped and asks #Person1# the time. They will have lunch together.
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#Person1#: ( At the MET station ) Hurry up! We are running late for school.
#Person2#: Let's take the MET. lt's faster and cheap.
#Person1#: Which line should we take if we go to Danshui?
#Person2#: We should take the red line. Let's get the tickets at the automatic vending Machine.
#Person1#: How much money should I insert in the slot?
#Person2#: 5o dollars. Later you have to place your ticket near the sensor.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: It's so crowded. All the seats are taken. Let's go there. There is a seat over there.
#Person1#: It's a priority seat. We can not sit there. We should give the seats to those eld, pregnant and disabled people.
#Person2#: Yeah, you are right. Let's stand. It takes only about 20 minutes.
#Person1#: If we go to Danshui in the morning on A weekday, we are sure to have seats since it's not during rush hour.
#Person2#: Anyway, we are arriving at Danshui soon. I can't wait to watch the beautiful sunset.
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#Person1# and #Person2# are in a hurry to go to school. #Person2# suggests taking the MET and gives #Person1# instructions on taking the MET.
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train_2933
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#Person1#: I need something to eat, please.
#Person2#: Tell me what you're hungry for.
#Person1#: I feel like champagne, lobster tail, and filet mignon, medium rare.
#Person2#: Unfortunately, we're out of filet mignon at the moment. May I suggest the porterhouse instead?
#Person1#: Well, I prefer filet, but porterhouse is good, too.
#Person2#: Perhaps I could interest you in chocolate-covered strawberries with the champagne?
#Person1#: Just the champagne will be fine, thank you.
#Person2#: You'll see this charge on your amenities account.
#Person1#: That's fine.
#Person2#: It won't be long until your food is delivered. I know you'll enjoy it.
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#Person1# is ordering the food. #Person2# tells #Person1# they are out of filet mignon and suggests the porterhouse. #Person1# agrees to change it.
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train_2934
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#Person1#: Uncle Ben, how did the Forbidden City get this name?
#Person2#: Well, in the feudal society, emperors had supreme power, so his residence was certainly a forbidden palace.
#Person1#: His residence? You mean the whole palace?
#Person2#: Yes. The Forbidden City is divided into two parts. The southern section, or the Outer Court was for the emperor to exercise his power over the nation, and the northern part, or the Inner Court was for his royal family.
#Person1#: Oh, unbelievable. This was too luxurious.
#Person2#: Even the whole country belonged to him. That's why he is called the emperor.
#Person1#: OK, then. I love these unique structured towers with the delicate carvings on them. It's really artistic.
#Person2#: Yeah, the buildings and designs of the Forbidden City are the peak of Chinese traditional architecture, not only scientific but also suitable for living.
#Person1#: I agree. It's definitely a product of wisdom. Well, why were those small animal sculptures placed on the tops of the buildings?
#Person2#: Some of them are mascots and some are symbols of power.
#Person1#: Why are there so many yellow things? Is yellow the lucky color in China?
#Person2#: Oh, no. In fact, yellow is the symbol of the royal family.
#Person1#: Just like the pattern dragon, right?
#Person2#: Exactly. Here is the Nine-dragon Screen.
#Person1#: Oh, it's really fabulous. I wanna take a picture here.
#Person2#: Sure, this will be a really good picture.
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Ben introduces to #Person1# the origin of the name of the Forbidden City and its internal design. #Person1# thinks it unbelievable and luxurious. They also discuss the wisdom and power represented by the palace.
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train_2935
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#Person1#: Everyone wants to be financial lose kill. You must invest your savings if you planed to retire rich. I'm thinking about buying stocks. It can be a good investment if I can manage well. What do you say?
#Person2#: I partly agree with you. Buying stocks is not difficult, but making money consistently from buying stock is very difficult. Even professionals don't find it easy, so be careful. Anyway, people like us need help with investing. Why not do some online research? There are data, reports and discussion forums to educate people on how to invest. In addition, you need to visit an established website that offers stock charts.
#Person1#: Wow, you sound very professional.
#Person2#: I just watched the investment TV program last weekend. It has become a very hot topic these days. Actually I am not even a beginner.
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#Person1# and #Person2# are talking about buying stocks. #Person2# thinks it is hard to make money consistently in this way and suggests doing online research to learn about investing.
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train_2936
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#Person1#: hey, the new SOHO. How's everything going?
#Person2#: everything's great. I've just returned from my office.
#Person1#: your office? Aren't you a freelancer?
#Person2#: sure I am. I work for myself, but I've rented a virtual office at an office building in the downtown area.
#Person1#: a virtual office?
#Person2#: yeah, an office that runs efficiently by using nothing other than online communication technologies. I pay the rent and share office services with others in the same building.
#Person1#: what kind of services do they offer?
#Person2#: a separated office, internet access, phone services, fax services, mail & courier services, and almost everything you have in a conventional office.
#Person1#: sounds fun. what else?
#Person2#: I get a business address at an expensive location, and I can share the receptionist and secretary with other offices in the same floor.
#Person1#: oh, that helps a lot to promote your corporate image.
#Person2#: you bet it!
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#Person2# has rented a virtual office and introduces its benefits to #Person1#. It has almost everything in a conventional office and helps to promote the corporate image.
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train_2937
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#Person1#: How wonderful it is to be in love! It's love at first sight! Oh. he's my Romeo!
#Person2#: Hey, Julie. How's it going?
#Person1#: Oh, Mary. You've surprised me!
#Person2#: Who were you talking to?
#Person1#: Um, I was just thinking aloud.
#Person2#: You look so happy. I see a twinkle in your eyes.
#Person1#: Come off it, Mary.
#Person2#: Oh, you have a crush on someone, don't you? Maybe those are wedding bells in your eyes!
#Person1#: You certainly do like teasing me, Mary. Well I'm in love with someone. The question is, how do I get his attention?
#Person2#: Well, that's easy. Walk up to him and kiss him.
#Person1#: I guess I asked the wrong person.
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Julie is in love with someone and asks Mary how to get his attention, but Mary doesn't give any advice that Julie thinks applicable.
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train_2938
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#Person1#: The weather in Beijing is just beautiful!
#Person2#: Autumn is the best season in Beijing, you know.
#Person1#: Yes, I can see. The summer heat is over, and the winter cold is still far away.
#Person2#: What is the weather like in Washington at this time of this year?
#Person1#: Autumn is also very nice in Washington.
#Person2#: Is it very cold in winter there?
#Person1#: No, it isn't. But sometimes it snows a lot in winter.
#Person2#: Does it rain a lot in summer there?
#Person1#: Oh yes! Sometimes it rains very heavily. How about here in Beijing?
#Person2#: There's a lot of rain in summer, but it seldom rains in autumn.
#Person1#: I feel it's rather dry here.
#Person2#: That's true. Many people from the south don't like the weather here.
#Person1#: Are you from the south?
#Person2#: No, I'm from the north. I was born in Beijing, actually.
#Person1#: I see. so this is your hometown?
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#Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the weather. They agree that autumn in Beijing is beautiful. #Person1# also tells #Person2# what the weather is like in different seasons in Washington.
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train_2939
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#Person1#: Hello, Mary. What's the matter with you? You look upset.
#Person2#: My friend and I was argued with each other. For this, I'm very sad. Because I don't want to lose this friend.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. I know how you feel. Please don't be sad.
#Person2#: Thank you, but I really want to relax myself. I'm very sorry.
#Person1#: OK. Don't let it get to you. Goodbye.
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Mary tells #Person1# she feels upset because of an argument with her friend.
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train_2940
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#Person1#: Hi, John! I haven't seen you for ages.
#Person2#: Hi! Yes, it's been a long time. I'm really glad to see you.
#Person1#: I'm glad to see you, too. How'Ve you been?
#Person2#: Just fine. How is everything with you?
#Person1#: Not bad. I finally bought a house. It's an old one, but built really solid. It is close to here. Do you want to come over for lunch?
#Person2#: I'd like that, but I'm flying home this afternoon, and I told my parents I'd meet them at the airport for lunch.
#Person1#: OK, next time you're here.
#Person2#: That's a deal.
#Person1#: I heard that you moved to Florida.
#Person2#: Yes, I'm in Titusville. The space shuttle is launched from near there. I'Ve seen a lot of space shuttle launches.
#Person1#: Tell me more.
#Person2#: The shuttle launches are beautiful. I saw one that took off at midnight. The whole sky got bright.
#Person1#: Sounds great!
#Person2#: I'm pretty happy living there.
#Person1#: I want to see Disney World, Sea World, Universal Studios, and Weeki-Watchee Springs.
#Person2#: I'Ve been to all of them.
#Person1#: I'm jealous. I'Ve never been to Florida.
#Person2#: The Sunshine State certainly is worth visiting. Come down for a vacation sometime. I'll take you to Disney World.
#Person1#: That sounds great! I'll take you up on that invitation.
#Person2#: I hope you do. And keep in touch, OK?
#Person1#: I sure will.
#Person2#: Here's my business card. Send me an email once in a while.
#Person1#: Count on it. And here's my card. Don't hesitate to call me anytime.
#Person2#: Thank you. I'd better get going. I don't want to be late for lunch. Mom would worry.
#Person1#: Well, I'm really glad we bumped into each other. Have a good trip.
#Person2#: Take good care of yourself, Mary.
#Person1#: I will. Good-bye.
#Person2#: Bye-bye!
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Mary and John haven't seen each other for a long time. They share how they are getting on recently. John moves to Florida and describes the shuttle launches he has seen. Mary is jealous and John invites her for a vacation visit and they exchange business cards.
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train_2941
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#Person1#: Do you have any year-end benefits?
#Person2#: I don't know till now.
#Person1#: I just saw a piece of news, that a group of white color workers hold a flour war in the office because of dissatisfaction of the year-end benefits.
#Person2#: Why they hold a flour war?
#Person1#: They got rice, flour and oil as presents, while the leadership got 1000 yuan shopping card.
#Person2#: They are not feeling satisfied?
#Person1#: It is said that the presents they got value less than 200 yuan, and it is no use for them at all, because they don't cook by themselves.
#Person2#: But how guilty to waste food!
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#Person1# tells #Person2# about the flour war in the office because of some workers' dissatisfaction of the year-end benefits.
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train_2942
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#Person1#: After probation, you'll find that our silk products feels more comfortable than others.
#Person2#: How about this product selling from last month on?
#Person1#: It's selling like hot cakes, and we have lots of regulars now. Would you like to place a trial order?
#Person2#: Am. Well, can I have a try of the sample free of charge?
#Person1#: Yes, we have the free samples for customers. And you can have a try.
#Person2#: Thank you. We'll order once we try the sample.
#Person1#: Please wait a moment and fill out the order form. And we'll send you our sample.
#Person2#: OK.
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#Person1# recommends #Person1#'s silk products to #Person2# and #Person2# wants to try some samples first.
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train_2943
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#Person1#: Hello, I've got a letter here that I'd like to post.
#Person2#: Yes, where's it to, madam?
#Person1#: Well, the letter is going to a friend of mine in America and it's quite urgent. It really needs to be posted today, so here you are.
#Person2#: You want to send it airmail, madam?
#Person1#: I do want to send it airmail, yes.
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#Person2# helps #Person1# to send a letter by airmail to America.
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train_2944
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#Person1#: Is this the Friendship Hospital? Please send an ambulance to 68 Hu Nan Road.
#Person2#: Is it urgent? Our ambulances are not enough to meet every call.
#Person1#: Of course. It's urgent. I think the partient is suffering from acute appendicitis. He may die if not treated in time.
#Person2#: All right, we'll come right away.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Where's the patient?
#Person1#: He's there in the room. He's very ill.
#Person2#: Don't worry. We'll put him in the stretcher. You are coming with us? Step in please.
#Person1#: Carry him into the emergency ward. Here we are.
#Person2#: Help the patient bathe and change his clothes, nurse. Then bring him into the operating room.
#Person1#: I'm his guide. What's the trouble with him, doctor
#Person2#: He had appendicitis, but is all right now that it was removed. He'll have to rest for a few weeks to recover.
#Person1#: May I send food for him?
#Person2#: No, outside food is not permitted.
#Person1#: Can I come round to see him tomorrow?
#Person2#: Yes. But first you must observe the visiting hours, It's from 2 to 5 p. m. By the way, consult the nurse before you enter the ward.
#Person1#: Yes. Thank you.
#Person2#: By the way, you can bring some flowers.
#Person1#: OK.
#Person2#: Don't worry about him.
#Person1#: When could I take care of him?
#Person2#: Our nurse can take good care of him.
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#Person1# calls for an ambulance because a patient is suffering from acute appendicitis. #Person2# comes and takes the patient to the hospital. The patient receives good treatment. #Person1# is allowed to come to see the patient.
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train_2945
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#Person1#: So, Casey, how are things going with the photos for the press kit?
#Person2#: Yeah, I'Ve been meaning to talk to you about that. I might need to ask for an extension on that deadline.
#Person1#: You'Ve had over a month to get this finalized! Why are things delayed?
#Person2#: Well, the thing is, we ran into a lot of problems. . .
#Person1#: I'm not looking for excuses here. I just want to get this finished on time!
#Person2#: I know, and I apologize for the delay. But some things were just beyond my control. I had trouble booking the photographer, and then Michael was sick for three weeks, so I couldn't include him in the photos, and the design team lost all the files, so I had to re-do the pictures.
#Person1#: I'm not going to put this off any longer, Casey! I want those photos ASAP!
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Casey apologizes for the delay in sending #Person1# photos. #Person1# doesn't want excuses and wants the photos as soon as possible.
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train_2946
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#Person1#: Well, tell me something of yourself.
#Person2#: What would you like to know, Mr. Green?
#Person1#: What working experience have you got?
#Person2#: In 2004, I got a job in the sales department of a trading company near Guangzhou. I started a sales representative. A year later, I was promoted to the position of sales manager. I had that job ever since, which is just over a year now.
#Person1#: Oh, good. Irene, can you tell me why you plan to quit being a sales manager to work here as my assistant? Don't you like your present job?
#Person2#: Frankly, some part of it I enjoy very much, but I prefer something more professional. It happens that I have a friend working here in this company. She told me the export department was to recruit an assistant. I felt very excited at this news. That's why I'm here.
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Mr. Green interviews Irene. Irene shares her previous working experience and the reasons why she quits being a sales manager to work as Mr. Green's assistant.
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train_2947
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#Person1#: Good afternoon. I believe that this house is for sale.
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: May I have a look at it please?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. Come in.
#Person1#: How long have you lived here?
#Person2#: I have lived here for twenty years.
#Person1#: Twenty years! That's a long time.
#Person2#: Yes, I have been here since 1976.
#Person1#: Then why do you want to sell it?
#Person2#: Because I have just retired. I want to buy a small house in the country.
#Person1#: How much does this house cost?
#Person2#: 6850 pound.
#Person1#: That's a lot of money!
#Person2#: It's worth every penny of it.
#Person1#: Well, I like the house, but I can't decide yet. My wife must see it first.
#Person2#: Women always have the last word.
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#Person2# wants to sell the house and tells #Person1# the reasons. #Person1# likes the house but cannot decide yet.
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train_2948
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#Person1#: Are you going to vote?
#Person2#: I am so excited to be voting.
#Person1#: Do you know who you're going to vote for?
#Person2#: I am so impressed with the candidate I'm going to vote for.
#Person1#: What's so great about him?
#Person2#: I feel that he is very intelligent.
#Person1#: Oh, really?
#Person2#: Yes, and I agree with all his policies.
#Person1#: That's good to hear.
#Person2#: I think this man is going to be the next President.
#Person1#: I hope so.
#Person2#: I'm going to make sure and get my vote in.
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#Person2# is excited about voting and believes #Person2#'s voting for the next President.
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train_2949
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#Person1#: Shouldn't you already be in bed?
#Person2#: I can't sleep. I'm really not all that tired.
#Person1#: You need to get some rest, as you have to get up early in the morning.
#Person2#: It's impossible for me to get to sleep right now.
#Person1#: Just close your eyes, and try not to think.
#Person2#: That really does not work for me.
#Person1#: It doesn't matter, you need to get some sleep.
#Person2#: How about I tire myself out, and then fall asleep when I'm tired?
#Person1#: Then you're not going to go to sleep.
#Person2#: Don't worry, I'll make sure and get to sleep in a little while.
#Person1#: I want you in bed, right now, so sweet dreams.
#Person2#: Fine. Sleep well yourself.
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#Person2# can't sleep right now but #Person1# insists that #Person2# should go to sleep as #Person2# has to get up early tomorrow.
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train_2950
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#Person1#: Crown Hotel. Reservation Desk. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to book a room at your hotel.
#Person1#: What kind of room would you like, sir? We have single rooms, double rooms, suites and deluxe suites in our hotel.
#Person2#: I'd like to book a single room with a bath from the afternoon of October 2nd to the morning of October 6th.
#Person1#: All right.
#Person2#: What is the rate, please?
#Person1#: The current rate is $ 100 per night.
#Person2#: What services come with that?
#Person1#: For $ 100 you'll have a radio, a color television, a telephone and a major international newspaper delivered to your room every day.
#Person2#: That sounds not bad at all. I'll take it.
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#Person2# calls to book a single room in the Crown Hotel. #Person1# introduces the services included to him.
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train_2951
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#Person1#: Hi. How can I help you?
#Person2#: I'm looking for a job. Are you hiring?
#Person1#: Yes, we are. What position are you looking for?
#Person2#: Superintendent.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. The application for this position has closed.
#Person2#: Do you have any other positions available?
#Person1#: We have only one position open.
#Person2#: What is it?
#Person1#: Gas Meter Reader. This is a wonderful job for the right person, regular hours, no night shifts, no supervisor behind you, and good pay.
#Person2#: Can I apply for it right now?
#Person1#: Sure.
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#Person2# is looking for a job as superintendent, but the application for it in #Person1#'s company has closed. #Person1# suggests another position.
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train_2952
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#Person1#: Okay, now I'd like to find out more about your last job. I see you spent almost four years at the London Weekly, is that right?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right. To be honest, the first year was quite tough for me. I was really just treated more like an intern. I didn't have many responsibilities and I found it quite frustrating.
#Person1#: So, what changed?
#Person2#: Well slowly but surely I proved myself, and the new editor liked me so he promoted me to features writer.
#Person1#: Wow, a real step up!
#Person2#: Yes, I was responsible for restaurant and food reviews mostly. I spent 3 years in that position, but to be honest it wasn't an area of journalism I wanted to stay in long-term.
#Person1#: I see, so why did you decide to leave finally?
#Person2#: I just felt that the paper couldn't offer me any new opportunities. I really needed a more challenging role to be honest.
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#Person1# interviews #Person2#. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s previous working experience at the London Weekly and the reasons why #Person2# left.
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train_2953
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#Person1#: How many people are there in your family?
#Person2#: My immediate family is quite small. It's just my older step-brother, my mom, my step-dad and me. How about you?
#Person1#: I have a large family. I have three older sisters, my twin sister, a younger brother, and my parents.
#Person2#: I didn't know you were a twin! Are you identical or fraternal?
#Person1#: We're identical. I mean, we look exactly the same, but we complete opposites when it comes to everything else!
#Person2#: Interesting. It must be great having a twin sister. Are you best friends, too?
#Person1#: We used to be really close, but that all changed once she moved to Shanghai. How about your family? You didn't mention to your biological father.
#Person2#: I don't know much about him. He died when I was just a baby. Even though I don't have a blood relationship with my step-father and step-brother, I consider them to be my real family.
#Person1#: What about your step-brother's mother? Does he keep in touch with her?
#Person2#: No, she also died when my step-brother was little. My mother and my step-father met each other shortly after my father died and became good friends. They ended up getting married a few years later.
#Person1#: Sounds like it was ment to be.
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#Person1# and #Person2# introduce their families to each other. #Person1# has an identical twin sister. #Person2# explains how #Person2#'s step-father and mother got married.
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train_2954
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#Person1#: Hello! How can I help you, sir?
#Person2#: I want to take out a loan for school. What kind of interest rate do you offer?
#Person1#: Do you qualify for any of the Federal loan programs?
#Person2#: Yes, but I need to borrow some more money.
#Person1#: Well. In that case we can offer you a private educational loan.
#Person2#: What's the interest rate?
#Person1#: It's 7. 2 %, fixed-rate loan.
#Person2#: How do I go about taking it out?
#Person1#: Just fill out this application. We can let you know right away if you qualify.
#Person2#: All right, thank you!
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#Person2# wants to take out a loan for school and #Person1# tells #Person2# how to apply for it.
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train_2955
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#Person1#: Next time you buy veggies or fruits, have them bagged and weighed before you come here.
#Person2#: Sorry. I didn't know.
#Person1#: The total comes to US $ 65. 81. How will you pay today?
#Person2#: I'm going to use my ATM card.
#Person1#: Slide your card through the card ID pad and punch in your PIN.
#Person2#: Done.
#Person1#: One moment. Do you want to withdraw some cash while you're at it?
#Person2#: No, thanks.
#Person1#: Paper or plastic?
#Person2#: Pardon me?
#Person1#: Do you want paper or plastic bags for your groceries?
#Person2#: Paper, please.
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#Person2# buys some groceries and pays by #Person2#'s ATM card. #Person1# suggests that next time #Person2# should have them bagged and weighed before checking out.
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train_2956
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#Person1#: Ow!
#Person2#: What's the matter, Andy?
#Person1#: I slipped and fell downstairs.
#Person2#: Have you hurt yourself?
#Person1#: Yes, I have. I think that I've hurt my back.
#Person2#: Try and stand up. Can you stand up? Here. Let me help you.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, Lucy. I'm afraid that I can't get up.
#Person2#: I think that the doctor had better see you. I'll telephone Dr. Carter. The doctor says that he will come at once. I'm sure that you need an X-ray, Andy.
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Andy fell downstairs and hurts himself. Lucy calls Dr. Carter for help.
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train_2957
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#Person1#: I think I'm going to go to the market today.
#Person2#: Do we need food?
#Person1#: Yeah, I think so.
#Person2#: What are you going to get?
#Person1#: I'm not sure what we need.
#Person2#: Maybe you should go and look in the refrigerator.
#Person1#: Could you do it for me, and write out a list of things that we need?
#Person2#: Just get the basics.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: You know. Get some eggs, milk, and bread.
#Person1#: Just go and make a list for me, please.
#Person2#: Fine, I'll go do that for you.
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#Person1# is going to the market and asks #Person2# to make a shopping list.
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train_2958
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#Person1#: I'm here for my appointment.
#Person2#: What can I do for you today?
#Person1#: I have an issue with my schedule.
#Person2#: Tell me the problem.
#Person1#: I have two classes on here that are at the same time.
#Person2#: Oh, I see.
#Person1#: Can you change that for me?
#Person2#: Do you still want both classes?
#Person1#: Yes, I would like to keep both classes.
#Person2#: I'll try to change one to a different day.
#Person1#: I would greatly appreciate that.
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#Person1# has two classes that are at the same time. #Person2#'ll try to change one class to a different day.
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