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train_3559
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#Person1#: Hey, Adam. I'm worried about my sister, Alice. She's in college and has just declared art as her major.
#Person2#: Why does that worry you? I've seen her paintings. She's very talented in art.
#Person1#: I know, but I'm afraid that once she graduates, she won't be able to make ends meet. It is said that most artists only make about 60% of what the average person makes a year. What's more, it's harder for art majors to find a full time job. But she doesn't seem too concerned.
#Person2#: But you're forgetting that there's even more for them to choose. Alice loves art and that's what's important. Even if she can't make much money, she'll be happy and emotionally satisfied.
#Person1#: But she'll have bills to pay. It's going to be hard for her to lead a lifestyle on what an artist makes.
#Person2#: Don't be worried. And I know what you mean. Let's have a talk with Alice and listen to her.
#Person1#: OK, if she insists on her idea, we'll support her.
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#Person1# is worried about #Person1#'s sister who has just declared art as her major because #Person1# is afraid that she won't be able to make ends meet. #Person2# suggests talking with Alice and listening to her.
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train_3560
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#Person1#: Fancy, a big juicy steak stacy?
#Person2#: No thanks, I don't eat meat.
#Person1#: Since when you became a vegetarian?
#Person2#: I watched a documentary about all the animals we keep for eating a few years ago, and it's just brutal.
#Person1#: I see, but it's hard to find a vegetarian friendly restaurant in this small town, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yeah, so most of the time I cook for myself.
#Person1#: Wow, it's been years since I tried some homemade food. What do you say we go back to your place and you cook something for me?
#Person2#: Only if you don't mind if all you eat is leaves and fruits.
#Person1#: Perfect, let's go.
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Stacy watched a documentary and became a vegetarian. #Person1# suggests going back to Stacy's place and eating something Stack cooks.
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train_3561
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#Person1#: Amanda, could you make a call to the cinema to see if there are still some seats left for the movie this afternoon?
#Person2#: I've already booked tickets online for the 2:00 o'clock movie. I'm thinking of picking them up from the ticket office on the way to the restaurant. What do you think?
#Person1#: OK. Well, the Smiths want to move our appointment forward by half hour earlier. That means we should be there at 11:30.
#Person2#: Then we don't have enough time. We'd better get moving. Oh, before I forget, can you remind me to stop by the bookstore on the way back home? I have to order a book there.
#Person1#: OK.
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#Person1# asks Amanda to check the seats for the movie. Amanda has already booked tickets online. They'd better get moving because the Smiths want to move the appointment forward.
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train_3562
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#Person1#: I wonder what we should have for dinner this evening?
#Person2#: Are you asking me?
#Person1#: Yes, I am. I really don't feel much like cooking but the family must eat.
#Person2#: Well, you know me. I can always eat pizza or Spaghetti.
#Person1#: So I've noticed. You are putting on a little weight, aren't you?
#Person2#: I know, you don't have to remind me. I'm starting a new diet the day after tomorrow.
#Person1#: It's about time.
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#Person1# doesn't know what to cook for dinner, #Person2# suggests pizza or Spaghetti. But #Person1# thinks #Person2# is getting heavy and should start a diet.
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train_3563
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#Person1#: Mom, am I like a superman? All I need is a cape.
#Person2#: No, just a super-boy.
#Person1#: Mom, you always think of me as a child.
#Person2#: Yes, because a real man doesn't need Mom to worry about him so much. He can do things by himself.
#Person1#: Sure!
#Person2#: Oh, my poor Danny, sure, you are a man. But you know, running like this in street is very dangerous.
#Person1#: Superman is not afraid of any danger.
#Person2#: Do you remember the rules of road safety?
#Person1#: What?
#Person2#: Walk the sidewalk and please right-hand side.
#Person1#: Don't play on the street or make any noise.
#Person2#: Yes, so you still remember, ah.
#Person1#: Dear Mom, please permit of superman's naughty.
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Danny wants to be a Superman but his mother thinks he is still a child and reminds him of road safety.
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train_3564
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#Person1#: Here's our sample room.
#Person2#: You've got a large collection of sample foodstuffs here.
#Person1#: Yes. We are exporting a wide range of foodstuffs to many countries. And the demand is getting greater and greater. By the way, which items are you interested in?
#Person2#: I'm particularly interested in shortbreads. Do you have some samples you could show me?
#Person1#: Yes. This way, please. Our shortbread is in a variety of flavors, such as almond, walnut, lotus seed, etc. And different packaging has different weights. We can make packages within a reasonable range of any size you require.
#Person2#: The small sizes are more marketable than the large ones for us. I wonder if your pastry tastes better...
#Person1#: You are welcome to have a try. Here it is. Ours is of prime quality.
#Person2#: Oh, it's delicious. . .
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#Person1# shows #Person2# their foodstuffs sample room. #Person1# is promoting shortbreads of all tastes and sizes to #Person2#. #Person2# tastes one and thinks it delicious.
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train_3565
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#Person1#: Those are today's top stories. Now let's go to John for the weather. John, what does the forecast look like for our weekend travelers?
#Person2#: I'm afraid we're in for a rough weekend, Mary. There is a storm system moving through the East Coast. It will be drizzling all day today, and there's a 60 percent chance of thunderstorms this evening.
#Person1#: That's pretty chilly for the summer! Will it rain on Saturday?
#Person2#: Unfortunately, yes. It will be clear early Saturday morning but there is a high chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day. There is a severe thunderstorm warning for some parts of the South.
#Person1#: That certainly sounds like a dreary Saturday.
#Person2#: It gets better on Sunday, though. The storm systems move east and the skies will clear up at night. It will still be rather cool, with highs in the low 50s. The West Coast will be experiencing some cool time.
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John is telling the weather reports to Mary. It will rain on Friday and Saturday, but the sky will turn clear on Sunday.
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train_3566
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#Person1#: Hey, Maris, are you a part-timer?
#Person2#: Part-timer? Is that a new buzzword?
#Person1#: Oh, it's pretty popular among my classmates these days. So are you?
#Person2#: Sure, I have a part-time job as a bartender.
#Person1#: Cool! It must be amazing to work at a bar!
#Person2#: Yeah, but I'm not there for fun. I have to remain professional and if I get distracted, the manager would be pretty upset.
#Person1#: That's true. I'm wondering did you learn anything from the job?
#Person2#: Of course. There's always much to learn. I got to know more about the real world.
#Person1#: You mean you got working experience, right?
#Person2#: Not just working experience. I would say the biggest lesson I learned is how to deal with people from all walks of life.
#Person1#: It must be very demanding.
#Person2#: Sometimes it is. But after working for a few weeks, it's easy to figure out.
#Person1#: Really? It sounds interesting.
#Person2#: Maybe you can come to the bar one day and I'll show you around.
#Person1#: Great. I'm looking forward to it.
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Maris tells #Person1# that he has a part-time job as a bartender and has learned a lot from it. Maris also invites #Person1# to visit there.
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train_3567
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#Person1#: What can I help you with?
#Person2#: I need to hire you.
#Person1#: What do you need me for?
#Person2#: I need you for my court date.
#Person1#: What kind of case do you have?
#Person2#: I'm being charged with a felony.
#Person1#: I can help you with that.
#Person2#: What is your price?
#Person1#: I charge $ 150 an hour.
#Person2#: I can't afford that.
#Person1#: That's my rate.
#Person2#: That's expensive, but I need you.
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#Person2# asks #Person1# for help with a felony, but #Person1#'s price is very high.
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train_3568
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#Person1#: I'm afraid I have to return this sweater.
#Person2#: May I ask if there's anything wrong with it?
#Person1#: You see, there is a run at the neck.
#Person2#: Oh, sorry. But do you want to change it for another one?
#Person1#: No, thank you.
#Person2#: Okay, I am really sorry, I'll have it returned.
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#Person1# wants to return the sweater because there is a run. #Person2# apologizes and agrees.
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train_3569
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#Person1#: Is this the first time you've come to our city, Mr. Ross?
#Person2#: Correct. I have expected to visit here for a long time. So fortunate for me, I can realize this expectation and meet you, Arden, and your kind-hearted staff in your company.
#Person1#: I am so honored to hear that. Well, after staying here for several days, you must have some ideas about our company. We have been in the clothes field for many years, and yours brand is also well-known in the country. How about our cooperation?
#Person2#: That is one of reasons why I am here now. I am really willing to have some cooperation with your company.
#Person1#: We intend to establish business relationship with your company on the basis of equality and mutual benefit.
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Mr. Ross hopes that his brand and Arden's clothing company will start business cooperation. Arden welcomes the cooperation based on equality and mutual benefit.
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train_3570
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#Person1#: Who has been here already this morning?
#Person2#: Well, Vince dropped off some sales reports for you. Said you signed a big deal with HomeSupplies. com.
#Person1#: They're small fry. Tonight I'm going to LA to negotiate with Stars. com. That'll be big.
#Person2#: You're right. All the entertainment web sites follow Stars. com.
#Person1#: Who else has been here?
#Person2#: Elvin stopped by to see me.
#Person1#: Elvin? Which one is he?
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#Person2# tells #Person1# Vince came here this morning and Elvin stopped by to see #Person2#.
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train_3571
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#Person1#: Excuse me, I've been waiting here for fifteen minutes. Do you know why the traffic is so heavy?
#Person2#: A lorry overturned on the road and blocked it, so all the traffic was held up.
#Person1#: Oh, what a terrible situation! This traffic is unbearable.
#Person2#: Yeah, traffic was brought to a standstill by the accident. If we had gone early we would miss the traffic.
#Person1#: I agree with you. But now we have to wait. The sky is overcast, and it is very sultry. I fear a thunder storm is brewing.
#Person2#: Don't worry. The traffic jam is said to be over soon.
#Person1#: Yes, I hope so. Thank you for telling me this.
#Person2#: It's my pleasure.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# a traffic accident caused the traffic jam and it will be over soon.
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train_3572
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#Person1#: Are you voting tomorrow?
#Person2#: Of course. What about you?
#Person1#: You know that I am.
#Person2#: Where is your polling place?
#Person1#: It's at the park up the street.
#Person2#: Oh, is that right?
#Person1#: Where's your polling place?
#Person2#: I have no idea.
#Person1#: How come you don't know where it is?
#Person2#: Nothing came in the mail telling me my polling place.
#Person1#: You should check online.
#Person2#: Oh, really? Thanks, I'm going to do that right now.
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#Person2# doesn't know where to vote. #Person1# suggests checking online.
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train_3573
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#Person1#: I'm so tired! I don't know how I'm going to make it through this lecture.
#Person2#: The professor is a bit boring today. You need something to perk yourself up. How about a coffee?
#Person1#: I don't really like coffee, to be honest. It's too bitter for me.
#Person2#: Well, you need something to wake you up. How about a soda?
#Person1#: Most some drinks have too much sugar in them.
#Person2#: The diet sodas don't have any caffeic in them, which one would you like?
#Person1#: I like diet sprite. Does that have any caffeine in it?
#Person2#: Unfortunately, it doesn't. how about some diet coke?
#Person1#: I don't care for coke. I heard that coke was first used as a medicine and I don't like medicine. What else has caffeine?
#Person2#: Maybe you should try a cappuccino or a latte ; they taste much better than plain brewed coffee.
#Person1#: Maybe. How about a mochaccino? Are they any good?
#Person2#: You'll love that. It's just a shot of espresso beans mixed with steam milk and some chocolate syrup.
#Person1#: That's perfect! Would you like one, too? My treat.
#Person2#: Thanks, but I'll stick with some jasmine tea. I'm trying to watch my diet.
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#Person2# recommends #Person1# to have some drink to cheer #Person1# up, but #Person1# doesn't like them very much. Finally, #Person1# chooses to drink a mochaccino.
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train_3574
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#Person1#: Can you shorten this pipe for me? It's too long.
#Person2#: Sure. I'll do it after lunch. What length do you need?
#Person1#: Can you take 15 mm of it?
#Person2#: Yes, no problem. It'll be ready by 2 p. m.
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\#Person2# will shorten a pipe for #Person1# by 2 p.m.
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train_3575
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#Person1#: Tu Mao, I'm hungry, let's get something to eat.
#Person2#: Me too. Is there a place nearby that we can get something to eat?
#Person1#: There's a Kentucky's not far ahead and there's a McDonald's in down street.
#Person2#: Kentucky's? Is that a chain restaurant?
#Person1#: Don't you know about Kentucky's?
#Person2#: I've heard about it, but never had one.
#Person1#: They sell pieces of fried chicken, you've got to try one this time.
#Person2#: OK. Let's go.
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#Person1# introduce Kentucky's to Tu and recommends him to try it.
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train_3576
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#Person1#: Peter, where are you going?
#Person2#: I'm going to do some shopping.
#Person1#: Won't you watch TV?
#Person2#: What's on TV tonight? Is there a football match?
#Person1#: The TV station will air the World Cup football match alive at 8: 30.
#Person2#: Really? Who will play?
#Person1#: The Brazilian team versus the American team. Don't miss it.
#Person2#: That's cool. I'll watch it.
#Person1#: Who do you think will win?
#Person2#: There is no doubt that the Brazilian team will win.
#Person1#: I think so.
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#Person1# tells Peter there will be a World Cup football match on TV today. They think Brazil will win.
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train_3577
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#Person1#: What's the matter. Bob?
#Person2#: Oach. I think it's my ankle. It hurts badly.
#Person1#: What happened?
#Person2#: One of my snowshoes got caught on a rock.
#Person1#: Can you stand?
#Person2#: I don't think so. It's kind of sore.
#Person1#: We'll have to get you to a hospital for an X-ray.
#Person2#: Is that really necessary?
#Person1#: It may be worse than it seems. How's it feel?
#Person2#: About the same.
#Person1#: Someone will be out to take a look any minute now.
#Person2#: Should we be here, Alice? I don't think it's that serious.
#Person1#: Of course! It's the sort of thing a hospital emergency ward is for. Will we have to wait much longer?
#Person2#: I hope not. It isn't that busy.
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Bob groans that his ankle was injured. Alice insists he should go to the hospital though Bob doesn't think it's serious.
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train_3578
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#Person1#: Honey, what are you doing? Come and have your breakfast. You don't want to be late for work a second time this week, do you?
#Person2#: Of course I don't. But I can't find my glasses. Have you seen them?
#Person1#: Oh, dear. You're always forgetting where you put them. What did you do just now?
#Person2#: I took a shower just a few minutes ago.
#Person1#: Maybe you left them in the bathroom.
#Person2#: No. I checked there but I didn't find them.
#Person1#: What else did you do?
#Person2#: After the shower, I went to the living room. Oh, I remember I read a magazine there. You know I can't read without my glasses.
#Person1#: Then you must have left them there. Go there quickly, I'm sure you'll find them.
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#Person1# helps #Person2# recall the places #Person2# had been in the morning and find out that the glasses might be left in the living room
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train_3579
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#Person1#: Hi, Bob, how's your vacation of Los Angeles?
#Person2#: OK. It was really wonderful, especially because I was so lucky to spend two days on Santa Catalina Island.
#Person1#: Santa Catalina Island? I've never heard of it before.
#Person2#: But you may have seen it. In the past nineteen years, Catalina has enjoyed a great popularity as a filming location.
#Person1#: Where is it?
#Person2#: About 35km off Los Angeles, coast. We took the high speed hurry to the harbor at Avalon. Avalon is Catalina's main town.
#Person1#: What is it then?
#Person2#: It's a small town replaced by thousands of people. It's different from other beach cities in Los Angeles. There will be stories of many color ice cream stamps. Instead of carts, golf carts are the preferred means of transport in Avalon. Tourists all like them with cats in and outside the city.
#Person1#: What has made the major tourist in Catalina?
#Person2#: The airport in the sky.
#Person1#: How did you learn to see all of them?
#Person2#: We took the classical tour. We'll sure about the scenery in the 1953 flexible bus.
#Person1#: Sounds so interesting. I'll include Catalina in my vacation plan next month.
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Bob talks about his vacation of Los Angeles and the towns there. #Person1# plans to go there next month.
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train_3580
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#Person1#: Hi, you're new here, aren't you? What's your name?
#Person2#: Stella.
#Person1#: Want to come and play?
#Person2#: I'd like to. but I can't. My Mum says I've got to stay and help her. It's my brother's birthday and we're having a party, too.
#Person1#: Oh, you've got a brother, haven't you?
#Person2#: I've got two brothers. Kit, the one with the birthday, he's only four. I've got a big brother who's married, his name's Don.
#Person1#: Does your brother Don live near here?
#Person2#: Yes, not very far away. Cathy, my sister-in-law, works in the sweetshop over there. They've got a new baby called Liz. I mean Elizabeth really, but we call her Liz.
#Person1#: Is that your Mum over there calling you?
#Person2#: No, that's my Aunt May, my Mum's twin sister. I'd better go. Bye.
#Person1#: Bye.
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#Person1# invites Stella to #Person1#'s home but Stella needs to attend her four-year-old brother's birthday. Then Stella introduces her family members.
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train_3581
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#Person1#: How long have you been working in the laboratory?
#Person2#: For almost three years, ever since I got my degree.
#Person1#: Your bachelor's?
#Person2#: No, my master's. I didn't try to get a job until I had my master's degree.
#Person1#: What kind of research do you do? Are you trying to develop new products or something like that?
#Person2#: No, that's clone by another group in the lab. The group I'm with is doing basic research.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# has been doing basic research in this laboratory for almost three years since #Person2#'s master graduation.
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train_3582
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#Person1#: Next. Uh, your passport please.
#Person2#: Okay.
#Person1#: Uh, what is the purpose of your visit?
#Person2#: I'm here to attend a teaching convention for the first part of my trip, and then I plan on touring the capital for a few days.
#Person1#: And where will you be staying?
#Person2#: I'll be staying in a room at a hotel downtown for the entire week.
#Person1#: And uh, what do you have in your luggage?
#Person2#: Uh, well, just, just my personal belongings um, ... clothes, a few books, and a CD player.
#Person1#: Okay. Uh, please open your bag.
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: Okay ... Everything's fine.
#Person2#: Great.
#Person1#: Uh, by the way, is this your first visit to the country?
#Person2#: Well, yes and no. Actually, I was born here when my parents were working in the capital many years ago, but this is my first trip back since then.
#Person1#: Well, enjoy your trip.
#Person2#: Thanks.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s plan in this country and #Person1# checks #Person2#'s luggage.
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train_3583
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#Person1#: Morning, this is TGC.
#Person2#: Good morning. Walter Barry here, calling from London. Could I speak to Mr. Grand, please?
#Person1#: Who's calling, please?
#Person2#: Walter Barry, from London.
#Person1#: What is it about, please?
#Person2#: Well, I understand that your company has a chemical processing plant. My own company, LCP, Liquid Control Products, is a leader in safety from leaks in the field of chemical processing. I would like to speak to Mr. Grand to discuss ways in which we could help TGC protect itself from such problems and save money at the same time.
#Person1#: Yes, I see. Well, Mr. Grand is not available just now.
#Person2#: Can you tell me when I could reach him?
#Person1#: He's very busy for the next few days, then he'll be away in New York. So it's difficult to give you a time.
#Person2#: Could I speak to someone else, perhaps?
#Person1#: Who in particular?
#Person2#: A colleague for example?
#Person1#: You're speaking to his personal assistant. I can deal with calls for Mr. Grand.
#Person2#: Yes, well, could I ring him tomorrow?
#Person1#: No, I'm sorry he won't be free tomorrow. Listen, let me suggest something. You send us details of your products and services, together with references from other companies and then we'll contact you.
#Person2#: Yes, that's very kind of you. I have your address.
#Person1#: Very good, Mr....
#Person2#: Barry. Walter Barry from LCP in London.
#Person1#: Right, Mr. Barry. We look forward to hearing from you.
#Person2#: Thank you. Goodbye.
#Person1#: Bye.
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Walter Barry calls TGC to promote his company's LCP to Mr. Grande. #Person1# tells Walter that Mr. Grand is away recently and suggests Walter Barry sending an email to their company.
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train_3584
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#Person1#: It seems you've burned yourself out.
#Person2#: Pardon. I'm afraid I didn't quite catch you.
#Person1#: You look tired. You must have overworked yourself.
#Person2#: Yes, a little bit. I've been hitting the books all these days.
#Person1#: Why have you been studying so hard?
#Person2#: I need to review my English.
#Person1#: So that's what keeps you so busy recently!
#Person2#: Yes, I've been tied up with my studies. Now, what worries me a lot is my English.
#Person1#: But why? Your English is very good.
#Person2#: Thank you. You are very kind.
#Person1#: No, I'm telling the truth. As an American, I understand you quite well.
#Person2#: It's very kind of you to say so.
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#Person1# says #Person2# looks tired. #Person2# explains that's because #Person2# has been studying English and worried about it. #Person1#, as an American, encourages #Person2#.
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train_3585
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#Person1#: Yes, sir. May I help you?
#Person2#: I have a reservation for tonight. John Durgin.
#Person1#: Just a moment, please. Let me check. That's right. You have a reservation for a two-room suite for tonight.
#Person2#: I'm afraid there's been a mistake. I only reserve a single room, not a suite.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, Mr. Durgin, but this is what is available. Your reservation arrived too late to have a single. There's a large conference in town this week and we're full up.
#Person2#: Well, if that's the way it is, I'll have to take it.
#Person1#: Please sign the register here. Your suite is 526.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: The lift is on your right, sir, and I'll have your bags sent up in a moment.
#Person2#: Fine, thanks.
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Mr. Durgin booked a single room, but the hotel reserves a suite. #Person1# explains that's because they are full. Mr. Durgin accepts.
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train_3586
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#Person1#: What are you doing recently?
#Person2#: I got a job at the restaurant, but it doesn't sound very interesting.
#Person1#: How much will they pay you?
#Person2#: $ 160 a week.
#Person1#: I'd take it if I were you.
#Person2#: But it doesn't sound interesting.
#Person1#: But you need a job, don't you?
#Person2#: But I might find a better job somewhere.
#Person1#: Maybe, but a bird in hand is worth two in the bush.
#Person2#: I think you are right.
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#Person2# found a high-paying job in a restaurant but #Person2# is not interested. #Person1# persuades #Person2# to accept.
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train_3587
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#Person1#: We seem to be having this conversation over and over again.
#Person2#: You're fight.
#Person1#: Look, I know how you feel about my smoking. You don't have to tell me every day.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. I worry about you.
#Person1#: Let's be honest. There's always going to be a reason. After you graduate, it's going to be hard to find a job, then there will be the stress from just starting a job. OK, I get your point. It's just so hard. You don't really understand because you have never smoked.
#Person2#: You need some help. Why don't you go to a doctor?
#Person1#: You mean a psychiatrist?
#Person2#: No, I don't. I mean a general practitioner. Maybe you can get a patch, or some pills, well, I don't know, something to help you with the withdrawal.
#Person1#: Really, I believe I can quit on my own. But I'll think about it. I will.
#Person2#: All fight. I won't mention it for a week. Then I want to know your decision. Because if you don't get some help, I need to rethink our plans.
#Person1#: You mean you'd break our engagement over this? I can't believe it!
#Person2#: I don't know.
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#Person2# is worrying about #Person1# and recommends #Person1# to see a doctor and rethink their plans if #Person1# cannot quit smoking.
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train_3588
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#Person1#: Excuse me. I need some storybooks in easy English. Do you have anything likethat?
#Person2#: Well, there are a lot of storybooks upstairs in our children's section. Some are written for young children, others for teens. Maybe some of them will suit your needs.
#Person1#: I'll go take a look. Thanks for your help.
#Person2#: You're welcome.
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#Person1# asks #Person2# if there are storybooks in easy English. #Person2# tells #Person1# they're upstairs in the children's area.
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train_3589
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#Person1#: Have we handed out all the water?
#Person2#: Yes. So what else to do now?
#Person1#: Nothing. The teacher said the only thing left was to get back all the disposable cups later.
#Person2#: I see. How do you like the game?
#Person1#: Terrific. There is one girl said, It is the best game I've ever watched.
#Person2#: Who do you think do better?
#Person1#: Clive was really outstanding. Not only he put on a big show himself, but also he inspired the whole team.
#Person2#: Exactly. He is unbelievable.
#Person1#: On the other hand, I think the other team won everyone's respect. The leader said they could have crumpled at the beginning, but they just carried on and never lost their cool.
#Person2#: They were really tough.
#Person1#: The thing I like most about them is that they did not play with a heavy heart even though at that time the odds seemed to be against them.
#Person2#: I can't agree more. Okay, time is up. Let's do the last thing.
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#Person1# thinks Clive's performance was excellent and #Person1# likes other teams' performance in the face of failure. #Person1# thinks they deserve respect. #Person2# agrees.
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train_3590
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#Person1#: Hello. I would like to buy some business cards.
#Person2#: Excellent. How many would you like?
#Person1#: Two thousand would be fine.
#Person2#: You need to fill out this form, please.
#Person1#: All I want is the same thing on this card.
#Person2#: That will be no problem, sir.
#Person1#: . . . Okay, I'm finished. Here's your form and my old card.
#Person2#: Very good, sir. Your order will be ready in one week.
#Person1#: Do you think you could finish it in three days?
#Person2#: No problem, sir. But it will cost you extra.
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#Person1# wants to buy business cards from #Person2#. #Person2# asks #Person1# to fill a form and says extra is needed for three-day delivery.
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#Person1#: Jane! What an enchanting skirt you have on!
#Person2#: Thank you! Guess how much it costs.
#Person1#: Bright colors, smooth material, exquisite craftsmanship, soft lines... Darling, it looks elegant on you! It can't be any cheap stuff. Something around two hundred, I guess.
#Person2#: Your offer is way off the mark. It set me back only sixty-five.
#Person1#: Then you got a windfall! Was sixty-five the original price, or did you get a special discount?
#Person2#: Neither. I drove a hard bargain with the vendor before I got the price down.
#Person1#: How much did she ask for?
#Person2#: Three hundred! That's daylight robbery. How dare she play tricks on an old hand like me? Without hesitation, I gave my offer---no more than fifty.
#Person1#: She must be fuming with anger at such a bid, wasn't she?
#Person2#: Not at all! She's really been around, and seemed quite accustomed to bargaining like this. That's the trade. She only demanded a higher bid, saying the purchase price was even higher than seventy. She was lying! Then I inquired , 'May I have it at sixty? ' she waved her head.
#Person1#: Then you pretended to go without buying it?
#Person2#: Yeah. I turned around and started to move out. Just then, she yelped behind my back, ' all right, all right! I may sacrifice a little. Let's fix it sixty-five! Can't be cheaper. '
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#Person1# gives high compliments to value for money of Jane's dress. Jane explains that she obtained it by bargaining with the vendor and pretending to leave until the vendor agreed with the lower price.
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train_3592
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#Person1#: There are something wrong with my computer.
#Person2#: Really, what's wrong with it?
#Person1#: The computer doesn't work when I push the power botton.
#Person2#: Oh, do you use your computer often?
#Person1#: Yes, I don't know why it doesn't work this time.
#Person2#: Don't worry. Have you got receipt with you?
#Person1#: Yeah!
#Person2#: We'll go to your house and repair it on Tuesday. Ok?
#Person1#: OK, I'll expected you around 2 o'clock?
#Person2#: See you then.
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#Person1# tells #Person2#'s computer is broken. #Person2# will repair it at 2 pm on Tuesday.
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train_3593
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#Person1#: Well, I guess that's about it. Everything's packed and ready to go.
#Person2#: It's hard to believer you're really retiring. What are you going to do with yourself?
#Person1#: Have fun! I plan to spend some more time with my grandkids, and I might even go back to school.
#Person2#: Well, good luck. Give me a ring sometime, and let me know how you are.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1#'ll accompany #Person1#'s grandkids and might go to school after retirement.
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train_3594
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#Person1#: Shall we for go out for a meal this evening?
#Person2#: I don't really mind.
#Person1#: We can go to that new Chinese restaurant.
#Person2#: I suppose I could.
#Person1#: Come on, let's try it.
#Person2#: All right. If you really want to.
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#Person1# invites #Person2# to a new Chinese restaurant to have dinner. #Person2# agrees.
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train_3595
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#Person1#: Which social problem do you think the government needs to concentrate on most?
#Person2#: I think housing is a big problem. There are thousands of homeless people on the streets.
#Person1#: How would you solve the problem?
#Person2#: I have a good idea to solve it. The government could provide some money for homeless people to build their own homes.
#Person1#: It would probably be very expensive.
#Person2#: I think the government can afford it. Besides, there are many advantages. Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address. They would learn some useful skill for finding jobs in the construction industry or home improvement.
#Person1#: It's not a bad idea. I think education is the biggest problem at the moment. Schools don't seem to have enough money to educate kids properly.
#Person2#: If we are to invest more money to education, we will need to raise taxes. That wouldn't be popular with voters.
#Person1#: Most voters what everything bout ways. They want the government to pay for lots of things, but without increasing taxes.
#Person2#: The government should show that it is using money efficiently. Sometimes you hear about how the government has wasted money on a project.
#Person1#: Yes. The government has limited funds and must show that it is using the money responsibly.
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#Person2# thinks housing is a big problem and government funds should be used to help homeless people build houses. #Person1# thinks education is the biggest problem. They both think the government should use money efficiently.
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train_3596
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#Person1#: Excuse me. Do you mind if I try this shirt on?
#Person2#: Not at all. The changing rooms are just this way.
#Person1#: Thanks. It's a little tight. Do you have any in a larger size?
#Person2#: Sure. I'll give you the next size up. That one is small, right?
#Person1#: Yes. Also, I'm not so sure about the color.
#Person2#: Well. It doesn't go with your skirt. I think the color itself is fine though.
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#Person1# tries on a shirt at #Person2#'s shop, but #Person1# thinks its color and size are not suitable.
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#Person1#: I know you pay a lot of attention to exercise in your daily life. Could you tell me something about exercise?
#Person2#: OK. I'm just interested in exercise. The importance of exercise is nothing new. Thomas Jefferson once wrote that to be successful and academic studies, a person should give about 2 hours everyday to exercise.
#Person1#: 2 hours every day? I can't do that.
#Person2#: Most experts today do not demand 2 hours of daily exercise. They recommend that people get 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity most days of the week.
#Person1#: How does exercise do good to our health?
#Person2#: For example, brisk walking, jogging and swimming are easy ways to boost your heart rate and promote your health. Exercise can also help to lower blood pressure and counter stress. For women, exercise that makes the body and bones bear weight, like walking or running may reduce the risk of osteoporosis later in life.
#Person1#: Are there other benefits of doing exercise?
#Person2#: You'll probably discover a subtler benefit of exercise as well. Greater self confidence, this may make it easier for you to participate in class and help you do well in academic and social situations.
#Person1#: OK, thanks. I think I will keep exercising in the future.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# most experts suggest exercising for 60 minutes every day. #Person2# says exercise can promote health, lower blood pressure, counter stress and even boost confidence.
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#Person1#: Why is it that some children performed better than others at school?
#Person2#: Obviously, certain children are brighter than others, but it is not that simple. A lot of emphasis is placed on intelligence measured by tests.
#Person1#: The so called IQ tests?
#Person2#: Yes, basically they are intended to test language and numerical ability, so some children are bound to suffer. This is very unfortunate. A child with an average IQ may turn out to be successful when he grows up.
#Person1#: What you are saying is that some children have abilities that are not easy to measure.
#Person2#: Exactly. If these abilities are not discovered early, they cannot be developed. That's why there are so many unhappy parents in the world. They're not doing the things they are best at.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: But at school, only those who are good with words and numbers will probably do well in exams.
#Person1#: Right. Is there anything a parent can do to help in this case?
#Person2#: Yes, in my opinion, a child should be judged on his individual talents. After all, being happy in life is putting your skills to good use no matter what they are.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# believes the IQ test cannot reflect children's abilities and children should be judged based on their talents.
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train_3599
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#Person1#: What would you like for lunch, Miss Turner?
#Person2#: I would like Italian noodles with Ham.
#Person1#: I don't wish for much food now.
#Person2#: Why you are not hungry?
#Person1#: No, I had quite a Big Breakfast this morning.
#Person2#: What did you eat?
#Person1#: A bowl of porridge, four sandwiches and a cup of coffee.
#Person2#: That was a lot.
#Person1#: Now let's not talk about breakfast, but lunch. You would like noodles? Would you like anything to drink?
#Person2#: Yes, a cup of tea.
#Person1#: I'll just have a piece of cake and a cup of tea.
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#Person1# tells Miss Turner #Person1# only needs a piece of cake and a cup of tea for lunch because #Person1# eats too much in the morning.
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#Person1#: Ma'ma, come in, please.
#Person2#: Excuse me, are you a manager?
#Person1#: Yes, what can I do for you?
#Person2#: Well, I have received such poor service from your employees this morning. I felt I had to let you know.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, ma'am, please tell me what happened.
#Person2#: I was asking that woman over there in the black dress where the men section was, and she completely ignored me while continuing to talk on her cellphone.
#Person1#: That's not ok.
#Person2#: There's more, I waited outside the changing room for 10 minutes, only to find the person inside was another staff member.
#Person1#: That should never happen, I...
#Person2#: I'm not finished yet. When I came out of the changing room, there were 3 employees outside. The lady in red said I looked fat, I was so embarrassed.
#Person1#: Ma'am I promise you I will speak with them immediately about this. In the mean time. I'll give you 50% off whatever you decide to purchas.
#Person2#: Well, that's the least you can do.
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#Person2# complains to #Person1# about the poor service of employees in their store. #Person1# apologizes and offers a 50% discount.
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train_3601
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#Person1#: Can we go shopping dad? I need to get some notebooks and pens.
#Person2#: No problem, do you need to buy anything else for school?
#Person1#: I need a new brush for art class too.
#Person2#: Let's go to the art store then, we can get all of those supplies there. You probably need a lot more than that though, did the teacher give you a list?
#Person1#: There's one on the class website.
#Person2#: Print it out and bring it with you, honey. I'll get ready, and we can leave in about 20 minutes.
#Person1#: OK dad, can I go to Sarah's house afterwards? We're in the same art class. I want to show her what I will get.
#Person2#: Yeah, I'll drive you there, but you need to take the bus back home in time for dinner, OK?
#Person1#: Deal.
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#Person1# asks #Person1#'s dad to buy stationery and art supplies and send #Person1# to Sarah's house afterward. #Person2# agrees.
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train_3602
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#Person1#: Can I help you sir?
#Person2#: Yes, how much for the tie? I love the pattern.
#Person1#: Oh, I love those ties. They're selling well. They're $30.50 each.
#Person2#: The price is a bit high. Have you got anything cheaper?
#Person1#: Well, we do have these simpler red ones on sale, and there are the same brand.
#Person2#: How much are they?
#Person1#: Only $10. It's a great discount.
#Person2#: But aren't the colors too bright?
#Person1#: These bright colors are popular right now. Wear this one with a gray suit, and you'll look like a million bucks.
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#Person2# wants to buy a tie. He thinks the first style is too expensive and the second one is too bright. #Person1# says the second one makes people look rich.
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train_3603
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#Person1#: Every honored guests, welcome to Hang Thou. Now we are visiting Tiger-running Spring.
#Person2#: How can we relate tiger to this spot, Miss Zhang?
#Person1#: Its name originates from a legend that two tigers run here and made a hole, and then a spring gushed out from it.
#Person2#: How ignorant I am!
#Person1#: The Longing Tea and the Tiger-running Spring water are always considered as the ' Two Wonders in West Lake. '
#Person2#: I know that tea. It smells fragrant.
#Person1#: That's right. All my guests, attention please. We will have half an hour to visit the spring and take photos. And next spot will be the Moon Reflected in Three Pools.
#Person2#: Janice, David, come here. We take some photos here. I can't imagine how beautiful it is!
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Miss Zhang is showing #Person2# and other tourists around the Tiger-running Spring. She explains the origins of the name and introduces the Longing Tea.
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train_3604
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#Person1#: Do you live in the red house at the end of the road?
#Person2#: Yes, I live in that house with my parents and my sister. We also have a cat and a dog.
#Person1#: Do you take your dog for a walk every day?
#Person2#: No. My father and I do it together. My father takes the dog for a walk every Monday, Tuesday and Sunday. And I take the dog for a walk every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
#Person1#: Who takes the dog on Saturday?
#Person2#: On Saturday we all go to the park and the dog comes with us.
#Person1#: Do you help with the housework?
#Person2#: My mum and my sister do the housework and cooking but I clean my room.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# lives with parents and sister, and they have a cat and a dog. #Person2# shares the division of housework.
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train_3605
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#Person1#: Hello Mr. Waterstone, what can I do for you today?
#Person2#: Hello, Becky. Well, you see, I have this thing here, called a Fixed Deposit Certificate, and I've just noticed the date on it.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. You have two choices here you can either redeem or renew.
#Person2#: I think I'll redeem, if that's not a problem.
#Person1#: No problem at all, Mr. Waterstone. Any preference as to how you want the money?
#Person2#: Anything you like, but not too many large notes. It's useful to have smaller notes.
#Person1#: Here we go, Mr. Waterstone. Here's your money and your interest note.
#Person2#: Yes, yes. Everything's fine. Thank you very much, Becky.
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Mr Waterstone chooses to redeem the Fixed Deposit Certificate with Becky's assistance, and he prefers having the smaller notes.
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train_3606
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#Person1#: What can I do for you, young man?
#Person2#: I need to rent three pairs of skates for the morning.
#Person1#: What sizes do you need?
#Person2#: One pair of 37, and two pairs of 21. One for me, and the other two for two kids.
#Person1#: Here you are. And here are three crash helmets.
#Person2#: Thanks. Well, those two kids are beginners. What should I do about their safety?
#Person1#: Well, there are a lot to do, but nothing to worry about. First, make sure they don't go far from the railings.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah, maybe I should ask them just to walk along the railings.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. And remind them to be slow at the beginning, not to run into the railings.
#Person2#: OK. Anything else?
#Person1#: Never go to the center of the lake. The ice there is too thin to skate on.
#Person2#: Got it. Thanks for reminding me. And, are there any intensive training courses?
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#Person2# rents three pairs of skates, one for #Person2#, and the other two for kids, from #Person1#. #Person1# offers #Person2# suggestions about the safety of skating beginners.
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train_3607
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#Person1#: Do you have experience in advertising?
#Person2#: Yes, I used to have a part-time job in advertising company.
#Person1#: What were you mean duties there?
#Person2#: I mostly did advertising planning.
#Person1#: What qualities do you think an advertising planner should have?
#Person2#: I think an advertising planner should have active thoughts, creative talent, and be sensitive to the changes in the market.
#Person1#: What was the most important thing you have learned at work?
#Person2#: The most important thing I learned was that I must continuously improve my abilities. Advertising is a constantly evolving trade and creativity is an important fact to success. If I want to make in marking in advertising industry, I can ' t stop studying and creating.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s experience in advertising. #Person2# shares what qualities an advertising planner should have and what #Person2# has learned at work.
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train_3608
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#Person1#: OK, everyone. Gather around. Here are the rules. No tackling. No pushing.
#Person2#: You shouldn't grab someone else's shirt. That's a foul.
#Person1#: Play is stopped when the person with the ball is touched.
#Person2#: You can touch them only between the shoulder and the knees.
#Person1#: The touchdown lines are there and there. OK, let's play!
#Person2#: Before we start, let's have a moment of silence for our fallen men.
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#Person1# and #Person2# introduces the rules of a ball game before starting.
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train_3609
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#Person1#: I see an Open House sign over there, and I think we should go check it out.
#Person2#: I think that looks like a very nice house. Is it on our Internet listing for Open Houses?
#Person1#: Yes, I see it listed on the printout we got off of the Internet.
#Person2#: I love the beautiful lawn. What a great front entryway!
#Person1#: We need to make sure to put our names in the registry so the realtor knows we were here.
#Person2#: That works for me. We can check out the kitchen next.
#Person1#: On such a hot day, it is thoughtful to have water out for potential buyers.
#Person2#: Check out the flyer with all of the home's information on it.
#Person1#: What is the price of this house in the flyer?
#Person2#: They have changed the asking price since it first went on the market. It is now two hundred and twenty-five thousand.
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#Person1# and #Person2# see a nice house with the Open House sign. They visit the house, check its information on the flyers, and talk about the price.
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train_3610
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#Person1#: Excuse me. I'm looking for Bluemingdails. Could you tell me how to get there?
#Person2#: Sure. It's very close actually. You go straight down this road. Then you turn left, at the next junction.
#Person1#: Left the next junction. Ok.
#Person2#: Bluemingdails is on the corner of that block. You see it as you turn left. Seriously, You can't miss it. It's enormous.
#Person1#: Thanks very much.
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#Person1#'s looking for Bluemingdails, and #Person2# tells #Person1# how to get there.
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train_3611
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#Person1#: Welcome! Sophia told us you were coming!
#Person2#: Um. . . It's wonderful to be here. Uh. . . this place looks really cozy.
#Person1#: Thank you! Your cheeks are as red as a tomato! Are you shy?
#Person2#: Maybe. . .
#Person1#: Some of my grappa will cure your shyness.
#Person2#: Is that a kind of alcohol?
#Person1#: It's a clear spirit we drink any time of the day. You will love it!
#Person2#: Great. My face will turn even redder!
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#Person1# welcomes #Person2#'s come. #Person1# finds #Person2#'s cheeks are red, and says #Person1#'s grappa can cure.
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train_3612
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#Person1#: Hi, my name is Pete. You are Ann. Isn't that right?
#Person2#: Hi Pete, how do you know my name?
#Person1#: Do you see that girl in the red top? She told me who you were.
#Person2#: Oh Andrea, the Spanish girl?
#Person1#: Yes, that's her.
#Person2#: I met her last week at a party. Anyway, you must be from the United States?
#Person1#: Actually I live in London, but my family lives in Seattle.
#Person2#: Oh, I am from London as well.
#Person1#: Where in London do you live?
#Person2#: In Wimbledon - quite close to the tennis courts actually. Which is very nice because I love tennis.
#Person1#: I play tennis there every week. Shall we have a game one day?
#Person2#: That would be lovely. But now let's go and get a drink.
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Pete tells Ann he knows her name from Andrea. Pete and Ann are both from London, and Pete invites Ann to play tennis.
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train_3613
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#Person1#: I really admire you, Diana.
#Person2#: why, Jerry? Your words just came out of the blue.
#Person1#: you are really happy and able to achieve high scores at school.
#Person2#: I work very hard and that's it, you know, practice makes perfect.
#Person1#: isn't there anything else?
#Person2#: I have no idea.
#Person1#: you must have a high IQ score.
#Person2#: well, Jerry, let me tell you a secret.
#Person1#: go ahead.
#Person2#: my IQ score is slightly above average.
#Person1#: seriously? But you are such a genius.
#Person2#: maybe I've got a higher EQ. I'm not sure.
#Person1#: well, perhaps you're right. Sometimes EQ matters more than IQ.
#Person2#: you can say that again, Jerry. And I'm sure you're high in both of them. With a little more time cracking the books, you can also get high marks.
#Person1#: oh, thank you. I'm going to the library, are you coming?
#Person2#: let's go!
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Jerry admires Diana's achievements at school, but Diana tells him her IQ score is slightly above average. Diana encourages Jerry to work hard to get high marks.
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train_3614
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#Person1#: How many cleaning ladies does your company hire?
#Person2#: We have two cleaning ladies. But both of them have received little education.
#Person1#: Most cleaning ladies are illiterate. But some of them do a very nice job.
#Person2#: But I actually dislike another lady. She is more capable and seems to have ideas of her own. But the trouble is she Isa backseat driver with some of us. She would tell you what to do and where to put things.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# their company hires two cleaning ladies, but #Person2# dislikes one of them.
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train_3615
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#Person1#: What's the matter, Lisa? You don't look too good.
#Person2#: I just found out that my husband is cheating on me.
#Person1#: You mean Mark? He seems like such an honest guy.
#Person2#: That's what I thought. It seems that he's been seeing someone else for about two months.
#Person1#: Two months? How did you find out?
#Person2#: I asked for leave and was at home when the telephone rang. I picked it up and a girl asked to talk to Mark. She then asked if I was his sister, and I said no, I was his wife. She hung up immediately.
#Person1#: So you asked him about the girl who called?
#Person2#: Yeah, he first said it was someone from work. He gave me a lame excuse, and so I pressed him on it.
#Person1#: What'd he do?
#Person2#: He kept trying to make stupid excuses, and then broke down and admitted to a small indiscretion.
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Lisa tells #Person1# she found out her husband Mark is cheating on her. Mark admits that he has been seeing someone else for two months.
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train_3616
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#Person1#: I can't seem to progress up the career ladder no matter how hard I try and I have been here for 2 years already!
#Person2#: Well, have you thought of getting an MBA? I heard it does wonders in getting you to the top.
#Person1#: An MBA, hey. . . well my degree wasn't in business, the business schools won't be interested in me.
#Person2#: Nonsense! The business schools measure your ability through a test called GMAT.
#Person1#: GMAT? What does that stand for and what will the test contain?
#Person2#: Graduate Management Admission Test, it contains three parts
#Person1#: Okay, this sounds a little tough, how am I supposed to practice for this?
#Person2#: Up to you, you could have a one on one session with a tutor or group sessions, you can also use free or private computer software. Going to church might help as well!
#Person1#: No matter what I do, I'm going to ace this test and go on to become a corporate fat cat!
#Person2#: Umm. . . That's the spirit!
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#Person1#'s upset about finding no ways to progress up the career ladder. #Person2# suggests getting an MBA and explains GMAT to #Person1#. #Person1# gets spirited and decides to ace the test.
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train_3617
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#Person1#: How many people are in your family?
#Person2#: As you know, China has a single-child policy. Therefore, there's just my husband, my daughter and I. What about in your family?
#Person1#: I have one daughter and one son. Then there's my husband and I. What about your parents? Do they live with your family?
#Person2#: Not anymore. They live with my brother now. and yours?
#Person1#: My parents live by themselves now. when they get older, they'll probably go to a retirement home. Do you just have one brother?
#Person2#: No, I have two older brothers and one younger sister. What about you?
#Person1#: I also grew up in a big family. I have one older brother and three younger sisters.
#Person2#: How long have you been married?
#Person1#: About seven years now. and you?
#Person2#: I've been married for about five years. What do you think about divorce?
#Person1#: It's becoming more and more common. However, I don't ever want to get divorced myself! What about you?
#Person2#: If my husband cheated on me or treated me badly, I would get a divorce.
#Person1#: If that happens, maybe you could marry my brother and we could become in-laws!
#Person2#: I'll keep that in mind, but don't tell my husband.
#Person1#: Of course not!
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#Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the composition of their family population. #Person1# thinks divorce is becoming more and more common, and #Person2# says she would have a divorce if her husband cheated on her.
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#Person1#: Wow, this is drop-dead gorgeous.
#Person2#: So no more regret now?
#Person1#: Don't remind me of that. This would be the last time I cut any classes for a basketball game.
#Person2#: Come on. Don't be so hard on yourself. Enjoy your life.
#Person1#: I just can't help it. Oh, look at Clive, he is really a big hit. They are definitely gonna win.
#Person2#: It's only seven minutes into the game, too early to cheer up.
#Person1#: Come on, 18 points already, they are never gonna catch up.
#Person2#: Who knows! It's a long game. Look! That was a really nice shot!
#Person1#: Thay are coming back to narrow the gap.
#Person2#: Wait, that guy, I know him. He is just a bench warmer.
#Person1#: A secret weapon. They'd better set up the defense now.
#Person2#: Clive is ready to explode. Keep your eyes open.
#Person1#: Oh, man! I can't believe it. A slam dunk!
#Person2#: Good that he resembled his old, quick self.
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#Person1# can't help thinking of skipping classes for a basketball game, and #Person2# persuades #Person1# to enjoy life. Then they talk about the game excitedly while watching it.
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#Person1#: Excuse me, Sir, May I have the time, please?
#Person2#: Beg your pardon?
#Person1#: Er. . . I'd like to know what time it is now.
#Person2#: Oh, Let me see. . . It's three forty-five. Er. . . wait, My watch is five minutes fast. So it should be three forty
#Person1#: Thank you. By the way, what day is today?
#Person2#: Today is Friday. Are you new in Beijing?
#Person1#: Yes, I've just come from the States, yesterday in fact. I'm still a bit confused about the time.
#Person2#: Welcome to Beijing. This is my business card. I'm an engineer. If you need any help in Beijing, just give me a call.
#Person1#: Oh, that's very nice of you. I don't want to sound pushy, but I still l have one more question.
#Person2#: Go ahead.
#Person1#: What's the date today?
#Person2#: It's October the 1st, our National Day. I'd like to talk some more, but I've got to get going now. It was nice talking to you, though.
#Person1#: Yeah, it was nice to meet you. Hope I run into you again sometime.
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#Person1# asks #Person2# the time and the date because #Person1# is new in Beijing. #Person2# gives #Person1# #Person2#'s business card so that #Person1# can contact #Person2# when needs help.
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train_3620
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#Person1#: Can I take your order, sir?
#Person2#: I'll have the kung PAO chicken, please.
#Person1#: Certainly sir, would you like some rice or noodles with that?
#Person2#: Just some fried rice please.
#Person1#: Ok, would you like some soup as well?
#Person2#: No, thanks.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. Your food will be ready soon.
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#Person2# orders the Kung PAO chicken and fried rice.
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#Person1#: Good evening Ms. Jackson. Such a fancy meeting you here.
#Person2#: Hi, Clyde. This is my friend, Wen. She's visiting from UCLA.
#Person1#: Clyde Smith. Pleasure to meet you. May I treat you ladies to dinner?
#Person2#: OK! I was just telling Wen about African-American food.
#Person1#: You weren't going to tell her about chitterlings and hog maws, were you? Well, my Creole ancestors never ate that stuff. We have refined French tastes.
#Person2#: Hey! That ' stuff ' is my grandma's cooking, and it's good!
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Clyde invites Ms. Jackson and her friend to dinner. Ms. Jackson likes the food.
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train_3622
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#Person1#: Hello, Sir. What can we do for you today?
#Person2#: Hello. I've been asked to come and see about something called L / C? What is it exactly?
#Person1#: L / C stands for'letter of credit'. This is necessary for trade between two countries. A Letter of Credit is quite literally that, a letter addressed by the buyer's bank to the seller's bank stating that they could vouch for their good customer, the buyer, and that they would pay the seller in case of the buyer's default. Nowadays, it's sometimes used for domestic trade too.
#Person2#: So the other party could be across the world or just on the other side of the street!
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#Person2# explains to #Person1# L / C stands for 'letter of credit', which is necessary for trade between two countries.
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train_3623
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#Person1#: Okay, here's the lease. Read it over before you sign it. As you can see, the deposit is $ 300.
#Person2#: Oh, okay. I can get it back when I move out, right?
#Person1#: Yes, assuming there's been no damage to the apartment. Before you move in, you can make a list of any marks, scratches, and so forth that are already there.
#Person2#: All right. Here's the lease and the check for the deposit.
#Person1#: Great. You can move in next Monday. Your first month's rent is due then.
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#Person2# reads over the lease, signs it, and gives #Person1# the requested deposit.
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train_3624
|
#Person1#: Welcome to Game World. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I'd like to get a good RPG. Can you recommend any?
#Person1#: Sure. This one here just came out. It's got great 3D graphics and a cool story line. It's also got a multiplayer function so you can play against other people on the Internet.
#Person2#: This one looks pretty good, but I'd like to see more before I make up my mind. Do you have any other suggestions?
#Person1#: This one is also really cool. It's a sci-fi game in which you have to stop an alien invasion. The graphics on this one are spectacular.
#Person2#: Hmm, it's a tough choice, but I think I'll go with this one.
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#Person2# wants a good RPG. #Person1# recommends one with great 3D graphics and one with a sci-fi game, and #Person2# chooses the latter.
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train_3625
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#Person1#: I'm going to the United Stated to attend my daughter's commencement.
#Person2#: How nice! Are you going to convert some RMB to US dollars?
#Person1#: Yes. But I will not take much cash with me I can ask the bank to give me the traveler's checks. So it will be safer.
#Person2#: How can you cash them when you arrive in the United States?
#Person1#: I will go to the bank, give them my check, show them one piece of my identifications, and the most important thing is that I should sign my name to endorse the check.
#Person2#: It sounds quite simple. Next time when I travel abroad, I will apply for this kind of check too.
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#Person1#'s going to the US to attend #Person1#'s daughter's commencement. #Person1# takes the traveler's checks and explains to #Person2# how to use it.
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train_3626
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#Person1#: Could I have a word with you, Madam?
#Person2#: Is that you, Janice? Just speaking.
#Person1#: I have to tell you that I can't be in today and tomorrow.
#Person2#: So sorry to hear that. What's wrong with you?
#Person1#: I feel sick and coughed a lot at night.
#Person2#: Is that serious? You ought to see a doctor.
#Person1#: Yes, I did this in the morning. And my doctor wanted me to have a rest these two days.
#Person2#: That's good. Do you suppose you will be back at company the day after tomorrow?
#Person1#: I hope so. And I will definitely tell you if I can not.
#Person2#: Well, take care of yourself. And hope you will be better as soon as possible.
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Janice calls to #Person2# to ask for sick leave for two days as the doctor suggests, and #Person2# agrees.
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train_3627
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#Person1#: How's everything, Janice?
#Person2#: I sent my resume to a computer company and am waiting for their call.
#Person1#: Which company?
#Person2#: Pineapple Computer Company. A secretary is needed there, and it is worth a try. Do you get any information or advertisement for employment?
#Person1#: Yep! I got some, in which I am interested. But. . .
#Person2#: But what? You always act like this, when you face difficulties.
#Person1#: YOU GET ME!
#Person2#: All the fears are nothing. You can make it. There is no other choice for you. Be brave.
#Person1#: Seemingly there is no turning back. I have to face it somehow.
#Person2#: It's all or nothing.
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Janice tells #Person1# she sent her resume to Pineapple Computer Company. #Person1# gets some employment information, but #Person1# fears. Janice encourages #Person1#.
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train_3628
|
#Person1#: Hey man, you hit my car.
#Person2#: I really didn't mean to.
#Person1#: It doesn't matter, because you damaged my car.
#Person2#: It looks okay to me.
#Person1#: Look what you did to my rear bumper.
#Person2#: What's wrong with it?
#Person1#: My bumper is smashed in.
#Person2#: I didn't do that. That is not caused by me. Your front bumper is just as damaged.
#Person2#: If you'd just give me your number and insurance, then I'll handle it.
#Person1#: Here. I'd better get a call from you.
#Person2#: Don't worry.
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#Person1# says #Person2# damaged #Person1#'s car's rear bumper. #Person2# thinks he didn't do that but will take responsibility.
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train_3629
|
#Person1#: Hello? Beechgrove School? This is Mr. Holloway speaking. Brad Holloway. I'm ringing about my son Michael. He came home yesterday and said he'd been in trouble at school with his P. E. teacher, Miss Sanderson. She said he didn't have the right kit for P. E. Everyone else thought it was all highly amusing, of course, and Michael was very embarrassed about it. Perhaps I could speak to the Headmistress.
#Person2#: She's engaged at the moment, I'm afraid. This is her secretary.
#Person1#: I can hold on for a while if she's going to be free soon...
#Person2#: I have a feeling she's going to be busy all morning, Mr. Holloway. She's at a Governors' meeting. It could go on for a very long time...
#Person1#: Oh. Well, in that case, perhaps you could help me.
#Person2#: Of course. What form is Michael in?
#Person1#: He's a first year. He's in 1B. His form teacher's Mr. Hopkins.
#Person2#: And what kit should Michael have brought with him?
#Person1#: Well that's the point. In the school information booklet it says black shorts and blue singlet, with black or blue plimsolls. So that's what we bought him. We went to the sports shop the school actually recommends. You know, Atlas Sports, West Street.
#Person2#: I'm just looking at the information booklet, Mr. Holloway. There seems to have been some mistake.
#Person1#: I thought so. Maybe you could point it out to Miss Sanderson.
#Person2#: What Michael came to school with was the senior girls' basketball kit.
#Person1#: What? How on earth could that have happened? It says quite clearly in the booklet, black shorts and blue vest. I've got it in front of me.
#Person2#: You're looking at the top of Page 11, aren't you?
#Person1#: That's right.
#Person2#: Well, unfortunately the layout of the booklet is a bit misleading. If you look at the bottom of the previous page you'll see it says Boys' Kit in the left-hand column and Girls' Kit in the right-hand one, but when you turn over the page it's not difficult to forget which column was which because the headings aren't repeated.
#Person1#: So it looks as though were going to have to write another cheque...
#Person2#: I'm afraid so.
#Person1#: Oh well. Anything for a quiet life, I suppose. Perhaps yon could ask Miss Sanderson to be patient for a week or so to give us time to buy the right kit.
#Person2#: Of course. Goodbye Mr. Holloway.
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Mr. Holloway phones the Headmistress to talk about his son Michael's trouble at school. His P. E. teacher, Miss Sanderson said Michael's kit wasn't right for P.E. class, which everyone in the class found amusing and Michael was embarrassed. The secretary answers the phone and helps Mr. Holloway figure out what Michael was wearing was the senior girls' basketball kit because of the booklet's misleading.
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train_3630
|
#Person1#: OK, tell me about yourself.
#Person2#: Well, last year in school I played on the football team. It kept me busy, but I learned to manage my time. And also it has been a great experience in learning how to work on the team with other players.
#Person1#: How would your teachers describe you?
#Person2#: My teacher would say I work hard to get homework done on time and I'm not afraid to ask for help if I need it. They'd also tell you I'm friendly to any classmates.
#Person1#: Well, why should I hire you over the other students?
#Person2#: I think I'm the very person you can rely on, I'll love to work on time and do the best I can on the job. Besides, I've done volunteer work and now I'd like to gain actual work experience. If you hire me, you'll get someone who is always willing to learn.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s experiences in school. #Person2# emphasizes #Person2#'s advantages and explains why #Person1# should hire #Person2# over the other students.
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train_3631
|
#Person1#: What time is it now?
#Person2#: It's half past seven. I think we will be late for the film.
#Person1#: Don't worry. There is still twenty minutes to go.
#Person2#: But it's three kilometers from here to the cinema. How can we get there in such a short time?
#Person1#: I think we can walk there in twenty minutes.
#Person2#: But I am afraid I can't walk that far.
#Person1#: If you don't feel like walking, we can take a taxi.
#Person2#: Hey, taxi!
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#Person1# thinks it'll be late for the film, and they decide to take a taxi.
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train_3632
|
#Person1#: Bye, Mark, have a nice weekend.
#Person2#: Thanks, same to you. Doing anything exciting?
#Person1#: No, not really. We were thinking of going to the beach, but I don't think Martin is well enough to go. So he will probably stay in and watch TV. And I'll plant the rose bushes I bought yesterday.
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#Person1# tells Mark #Person1#'ll plant some rose bushes at weekends.
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train_3633
|
#Person1#: Can I talk to you for a moment,Jack?
#Person2#: Of course,Jane. Sit down. What is it?
#Person1#: I've decided to leave.
#Person2#: Leave?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Oh,no. Is it because we're moving out of London?
#Person1#: Well,yes. But there are other reasons.
#Person2#: I see. You never like working here.
#Person1#: No, no. I've enjoyed working here. But...
#Person2#: But what?
#Person1#: Well, I haven't time to do other things. I've worked here for five years. And I'd like to do something different.
#Person2#: What do you mean, something different?
#Person1#: I want to travel. You know, I have never been to other countries.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: Yes. I want to live abroad and learn to speak a different language.
#Person2#: What can I say? I'm really sorry. But I understand.
#Person1#: Thank you, Jack.
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Jane tells Jack she's decided to leave because she'd like to do something different. She plans to live abroad. Jack feels sorry but understands.
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train_3634
|
#Person1#: Maths Department, Dr. Webster speaking.
#Person2#: Hello, Professor Webster. This is Janet Hill calling. I live two doors down from your teaching assistant, Don Williams. Don asked me to call you because he's lost his voice and can't talk to you himself.
#Person1#: Lost his voice? That's too bad. Is there anything I can do for him?
#Person2#: Well, he has a class this afternoon from 2:30 to 4:00, and he won't be able to make it.
#Person1#: Does he want me to try to find somebody else to teach it?
#Person2#: No, not exactly. What he wants to do is to get someone to go in for him-just to pass back the mid term exam papers. He's already marked them. And they're on the desk in his office. The whole thing wouldn't take more than...Oh, ten minutes or so.
#Person1#: 2:30, you say? Well, I'm free then, and I am going there anyway, so I could do it for him. Where's his class?
#Person2#: Carter Hall, Room 214. Will you need his office key to get the exams? I could bring it to you.
#Person1#: Well, actually, that won't be necessary. We have a master key in the Maths Department, so I can get into his office.
#Person2#: Thank you, Professor Webster.
#Person1#: My pleasure.
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Professor Webster's teaching assistant Don lost his voice, and Don's neighbor, Janet calls Webster to get someone to pass back the mid-term exam papers. Professor Webster will do it for Don, and he asks Janet where Don's class is.
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train_3635
|
#Person1#: Well, do you have anything planned for this Saturday?
#Person2#: Er, I'm kind of busy. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: I was wondering if we could get together and do something, like going to a concert or taking a walk by the lake.
#Person2#: I'd love to, but I'm really busy this weekend.
#Person1#: That's too bad.
#Person2#: I have promised to help with the cleaning of the house at 10:30 in the morning. And then, I have an appointment with the dentist at 12:30 pm.
#Person1#: How about after the dentist's appointment?
#Person2#: Then, I'll have to meet Jim at 4:30 pm to help him with the science project due on Monday morning.
#Person1#: OK, then, maybe some other time.
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#Person1# invites #Person2# to do something on Saturday together. #Person2# would love to, but #Person2# is busy this weekend.
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train_3636
|
#Person1#: Annie, some friends of mine have just moved out of this flat. It might be just what you and Jean and Emily are looking for-three bedrooms in a very quiet location.
#Person2#: Well, that's important. I can't bear noise. What's the cost?
#Person1#: About 450 a month, I think. Rather a strict landlady, but she keeps the house perfectly.
#Person2#: Where is it?
#Person1#: Five minutes' bus ride from the school, near Jean's college. There's a bus stop just outside the house. Let me know as soon as possible if you want it, or it'll be taken.
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#Person1# tells Annie there's a vacant room in #Person1#'s flat and tells her the cost and location.
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train_3637
|
#Person1#: Jim, you are on the net again? When are you going to get off? It's the time for the talk show.
#Person2#: Just a minute, dear. I'm looking at a new jewelry site. I want to make sure I get the right gift for Mum's birthday.
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#Person1# tells Jim it's time for the talk show.
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train_3638
|
#Person1#: Cindy, I have this room to myself?
#Person2#: It's all yours.
#Person1#: It's twice as big as my room in Taiwan!
#Person2#: Well, I hope it's comfortable enough for you.
#Person1#: I think I'm going to like it here.
#Person2#: You have a phone on the bedside table that you can use.
#Person1#: Wow, I have my own bathroom!
#Person2#: Kind of. It leads to my bedroom.
#Person1#: We share the same bathroom, in other words.
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Cindy tells #Person1# the room is all #Person1#'s, but they share the bathroom.
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train_3639
|
#Person1#: So, Jack, do you believe in ghosts?
#Person2#: No, not really. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: Because I want to tell you about the time that I saw a ghost.
#Person2#: You saw a ghost? When?
#Person1#: It was many years ago, when I was a little child. It was the middle of the night, and I went to get a drink of water from the kitchen. I walked out of my room and was at the top of the stairs, when...
#Person2#: So that's where you saw the ghost? In your house? What did it look like? Was it hideous?
#Person1#: It was a big, green thing that looked like a person. It was in the kitchen, and it slowly moved towards the stairs...
#Person2#: So what did you do?
#Person1#: I hid so that it couldn't see me. Slowly it got closer and closer, until ... ...
#Person2#: Until what? What happened? Did you see it clearly? Did it attack you?
#Person1#: It moved slowly up the stairs, step by step, and I could hear its approaching footsteps . When it finally got to the top of the stairs, I realized that it was my father in his green pajamas. He had gone to get a late night snack.
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#Person1# describes the experience of seeing a ghost when #Person1# was a little child to #Person2#. But it turned out to be his father getting a late-night snack in his green pajamas.
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train_3640
|
#Person1#: It's a wonderful party, Joan, The food, the drink, the atmosphere. . . Everyone is enjoying himself.
#Person2#: Thanks to your help. To our friendship.
#Person1#: Bottoms up! By the way what kind of entertainment are we gonna have?
#Person2#: Dancing. The boys from the Campus Band have promised to play music for us.
#Person1#: Oh, how wonderful! Every girl on the campus has a crush on those handsome guys.
#Person2#: I'll surely make introductions for them.
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#Person1# and Joan are having fun at the party, and they're going to dance.
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train_3641
|
#Person1#: Daniel, what are you doing here? Aren't you supposed to be at school now?
#Person2#: The same question to you.
#Person1#: Well, we shall make it a secret between us.
#Person2#: Deal, Where is Gucci?
#Person1#: She is the cheer-leader. They are required to put on a performance. Look! Here they come.
#Person2#: Oh, look at her. She looks like one is the basketball babies in NBA.
#Person1#: I want to be like her.
#Person2#: Get real. Don't be so pathetic.
#Person1#: Hey, young man! I'm your sis. Don't talk to me like that.
#Person2#: Oh, man, look at her, go! She is amazing! She should be my sis.
#Person1#: Boy, you've got such a crush on her, haven't you?
#Person2#: Yes, I want to be her boyfriend. Just like in the movie.
#Person1#: Are you out of your mind?
#Person2#: She told me she liked my new haircut. She thought it was cool.
#Person1#: Go ahead, have a try and be a joke.
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#Person1# and Daniel skipped classes to watch the basketball match. #Person1# wants to be like Gucci and even wants to be the boyfriend of Daniel's sis. Daniel thinks #Person1#'s out of mind.
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train_3642
|
#Person1#: This is our first day of class. It's better for us to introduce ourselves to each other. Who would like to begin first? Any volunteers?
#Person2#: I'd like to introduce myself first.
#Person1#: Yes, please.
#Person2#: My name is Gavin White. I was born and raised in London. After high school, I went to Edinburgh University. I worked for one year to pay for my tuition and then got my Bachelor's degree there. Now I've come here to get my Master's degree. I am glad to meet all of you and I hope we will become good friends.
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#Person1# asks for volunteers to introduce themselves. Gavin White volunteers to introduce himself first.
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train_3643
|
#Person1#: Hello Madam, what can I do for you?
#Person2#: I'd like some of the yellow apples you have in the front window. 2 kilos of those please.
#Person1#: OK, I see. You have a good eye for fruit. They are the best value only $2.40 for 2 kilos. Would you like anything else?
#Person2#: Yes, please. I also need a kilo of grapes. Do you have any grapes?
#Person1#: These local green grapes here are only $5 a kilo and the seedless black grapes are $4. 00.
#Person2#: I'll have one kilo of seedless grapes, please. Now let me think. There was something else I need to get, but what was it?
#Person1#: Bananas? Peaches?
#Person2#: No.
#Person1#: Melons?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. Watermelons. That's what I want.
#Person1#: They're right behind you and they are $2 a kilo.
#Person2#: OK. Let me have this big one right here.
#Person1#: I'll just weigh it for you, Madam. 3 kilos. Is that large enough for you?
#Person2#: Yes. I think I've got everything I need now. Here is the money.
#Person1#: Thanks and here is your change.
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#Person2# purchases two kilos of yellow apples and one kilo of seedless grapes from #Person1#. With #Person1#'s remind, #Person2# buys a three-kilo watermelon that she needs.
|
train_3644
|
#Person1#: Dad, I want to travel around South Asia this summer holiday. Do you agree?
#Person2#: I am not sure, Lucy. You are only 18.
#Person1#: But I won't be traveling by myself.
#Person2#: Who would like to go with you?
#Person1#: Mary and Susan.
#Person2#: Where would you stay?
#Person1#: We stay in youth hotels.
#Person2#: They are not expensive, are they?
#Person1#: No, they're cheap and we may meet lots of young people there.
#Person2#: I don't know what to say.
#Person1#: Just say yes, please.
#Person2#: How long are you going to stay there?
#Person1#: 3 weeks to a month.
#Person2#: I'm still not sure. You ought to speak to your mother.
#Person1#: OK, I will.
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Lucy asks her dad for permission to travel around South Asia with Mary and Susan. Her dad asks her to speak to her mom.
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train_3645
|
#Person1#: Hi, I think I'm sitting next to you, seat 35 BC.
#Person2#: Oh, sorry. I'll just move my things. Hold on a minute.
#Person1#: Thanks. I've been waiting at the gate for ages.
#Person2#: The flight was delayed leaving Beijing, too. Security checks, you know. Are you going to London then?
#Person1#: Yes, I'm going to LSE to do a masters and international relations.
#Person2#: Really? That sounds interesting. You must be really clever.
#Person1#: So, are you going to London, too?
#Person2#: Well, actually I'm going to the University of Middlesex to do business studies.
#Person1#: That sounds interesting.
#Person2#: Well, actually, it's my parents who want me to do business studies. I'd rather study philosophy. But my dad wants me to take over the family business. He thinks it will make me rich.
#Person1#: Well, nobody wants to be poor. Ah, here's the drink trolley. What would you like?
#Person2#: A coke, please. I'm sorry I don't know your name.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm Paul.
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Paul talks with #Person2# who sits next to him. Paul's going to LSE to do a master's and international relations, and #Person2#'s going to the University of Middlesex to do business studies.
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train_3646
|
#Person1#: Morning, Charles.
#Person2#: Morning, Diana. How was your Christmas?
#Person1#: Great!
#Person2#: Where did you go?
#Person1#: I went to London and stayed with my uncle for 2 weeks.
#Person2#: How lucky! How did you get there?
#Person1#: By air, of course. What about you?
#Person2#: I went to visit my grandparents at a village in France. I often go there, if I have free time.
#Person1#: Great. I've never been to the countryside. What did you do there?
#Person2#: Many things, I fed chickens, water plants, and rode horses.
#Person1#: That sounds fantastic. Did you go there with your parents?
#Person2#: No, I went with my brother, Mark. Oh, hurry up, it's time for class.
#Person1#: Alright.
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Charles and Diana talk about their Christmas holiday. Diana went to London, while Charles visited his grandparents in France.
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train_3647
|
#Person1#: What are you writing online?
#Person2#: I'm replying to a man's article in the forum.
#Person1#: Do you know him?
#Person2#: No, I think his viewpoint expressed in the forum is wrong, so I want to show him my opinion.
#Person1#: Do you do that kind of thing often?
#Person2#: Yes, I like to discuss with different people online.
#Person1#: What do you usually talk about?
#Person2#: Any topic. Politics, science, film stars, in a word, everything in the world!
#Person1#: Sounds interesting.
#Person2#: I think so, but sometimes we may start a flamewar in the Forum.
#Person1#: War? You fight with each other online? But how is that possible?
#Person2#: Haha, we do not fight face to face. The main tool for us to use is our words expressed in the forum.
#Person1#: I see.
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#Person2#'s replying to a man's article in the forum because #Person2# thinks his viewpoint is wrong. Then #Person2# tells #Person1# the forum discussion.
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train_3648
|
#Person1#: Everything seems to be OK, but how long do you want the place?
#Person2#: Six months.
#Person1#: Oh well, that might be a problem. I only sign one-year lease.
#Person2#: Well, one year would be fine, too. I'm not planning on leaving the area soon.
#Person1#: Well if it's not a problem, then here you go.
#Person2#: Just let me look at it quickly.
#Person1#: Of course.
#Person2#: It seems to be a standard lease.
#Person1#: Yeah, and don't worry about the security deposit. If everything's alright when you move out, you get it back.
#Person2#: Great, just sign and date it here.
#Person1#: Yes, thanks, you can move in tomorrow.
#Person2#: Wonderful!
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#Person1# signs a one-year lease with #Person2# and tells #Person2# #Person2#'ll get the security deposit back if everything's alright.
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train_3649
|
#Person1#: Hi, Alice. What are you doing?
#Person2#: I am looking at some old school photographs.
#Person1#: Can I have a look? When was this photo taken?
#Person2#: That photo was taken more than 7 years ago.
#Person1#: Who is this girl?
#Person2#: That's Lily. At first I didn't like her because I thought that she was too serious. She always had high marks in math. One day I found that she was very friendly and helpful. Then we became good friends.
#Person1#: What does she do now?
#Person2#: I heard she went back to Chicago and is now a teacher in a small town.
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Alice shows the old school photographs and introduces her good friend Lily to #Person1#.
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train_3650
|
#Person1#: I was going to make myself some tea. Do you want some?
#Person2#: No, thanks. I'm fine with my coffee.
#Person1#: You know, it's not healthy to drink so much coffee. How many cups do you have every day anyway?
#Person2#: More than 3 cups I guess.
#Person1#: And do you put cream and sugar in your coffee?
#Person2#: When I drink hot coffee, I always add cream and sugar, but when I drink iced coffee, I only add cream.
#Person1#: Do you usually drink both hot and iced coffee in the same day?
#Person2#: Well, I need at least 2 cups of hot coffee in the morning. Otherwise I just can't wake up. In the afternoon I like to have iced coffee, but I never have iced coffee after dinner.
#Person1#: Don't you worry that you might get addicted to coffee?
#Person2#: Um, I'm not worried at all. Look, I don't smoke. I don't drink alcohol and I don't buy a bunch of expensive stuff that I don't need. Therefore, I don't think drinking coffee is a dangerous thing in my life. And instead it has already become a habit of mine.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# drinks more than 3 cups of hot and iced coffee every day. #Person2# thinks drinking coffee isn't a dangerous thing in #Person2#'s life and enjoys it.
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train_3651
|
#Person1#: What time does the match start on Sunday?
#Person2#: Well, most people turn up at about 1:45 PM but things won't start until 2:00 PM.
#Person1#: Cool. How many other people are going to turn up?
#Person2#: I think 12 people should come along on Sunday and that's out of a total membership of 49.
#Person1#: It'll be good to get some exercise?
#Person2#: Oh yeah, you'll be doing a lot of running. We're playing an army team. The soldier is normally give us a pretty good game.
#Person1#: Does it get a bit rough?
#Person2#: Not really. The referee Michael keeps things under control.
#Person1#: Cool. See 1:00 Sunday then.
#Person2#: Yeah, see you.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# the match starts at 2 pm, and the game doesn't get rough because the referee keeps things under control.
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train_3652
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#Person1#: The consignments of chemical instruments have just reached us. We have to lodge a claim against you for inferior quality I am afraid.
#Person2#: Is there anything wrong?
#Person1#: We bought 1, 000 sets of chemical instruments from you, but there are 40 not up to the standard.
#Person2#: It's hard for us to believe it. Our instruments have been the best quality for years. Have you any reliable evidence?
#Person1#: Here is the survey report from a well-known public surveyor in London. You may inspect the defective instruments personally
#Person2#: Well. According to the contract, we are responsible for repairing or replacing those defective instruments. We ' ll send our technicians to repair them.
#Person1#: Forty faulty instruments means that 4 % are not up to the standard. You should compensate us for 4 % of the total account on the contract, as well as for the inspection fee.
#Person2#: I am sorry about the quality problem, but I propose we compensate you for 3 % of the total value apart from the inspection fee.
#Person1#: All right. In that case we are still willing to do business with you.
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#Person1# lodges a claim against #Person2# for inferior quality and shows a survey report to prove it. #Person2# promises to repair the products and compensate #Person1#.
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train_3653
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#Person1#: A guy in my office got the flu the other day. Today I seem to have come down with it, too.
#Person2#: Very likely. You have a slight fever. Do you have a headache, too?
#Person1#: Yes. I wonder if you could do something to help me recover soon, because I'll be on a business trip in two days.
#Person2#: Well, you have to let your flu run its course. You must stop working and stay in bed to get plenty of rest. Usually it will take 4 to 6 days to make a full recovery.
#Person1#: But I'm going on a business trip in two days!
#Person2#: Maybe you'll have to cancel it or postpone it. If you go out while you are sick, it won't help you recover. You may even pass your disease on to others.
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#Person1# got the flu. #Person1# wants to recover soon because #Person1#'ll be on a business trip. #Person2# suggests letting the flu run its course and canceling the business trip.
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train_3654
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#Person1#: Hello, Parker. How's everything?
#Person2#: Can't complain. And you?
#Person1#: Business is booming. I understand you want to meet up with me next week. How's your schedule look?
#Person2#: Let me see. I can come out and see you first thing Wednesday.
#Person1#: Great.
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#Person1# and Parker will meet next Wednesday.
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train_3655
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#Person1#: How much for these autographed Elvis records?
#Person2#: Thirty bucks a record. Or five for one hundred and twenty bucks.
#Person1#: Uh, I'm not sure. Are these all in good condition?
#Person2#: Absolutely. I bought them from the King's estate myself! Tell you what-I'll let you have five for one hundred bucks.
#Person1#: I don't really need five.
#Person2#: OK. Five for eighty-five bucks. That's my final offer.
#Person1#: Oh, why not? I'll take'em.
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#Person1# bargains with #Person2# for autographed Elvis records and will take five for eighty-five.
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train_3656
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#Person1#: Good afternoon, how can I be of service today?
#Person2#: My company wants to become involved in your Comprehensive Credit Granting. We are a very young company and I'm not at all sure if we meet your credit requirements.
#Person1#: It is possible to take into account special circumstances, should the manager agree to it. If your credit rating has been class A in your initial trading period and your debt to asset ratio is sound, and then I'm sure the manager will see you to discuss it further. I'll set up a meeting for you.
#Person2#: That would be wonderful. Thank you so much for all of your help.
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#Person2#'s company wants to join Comprehensive Credit Granting. #Person1#'s manager may agree to take into account special circumstances.
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train_3657
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#Person1#: Thank you for coming.
#Person2#: You're welcome. What's the problem?
#Person1#: I have a leaky pipe.
#Person2#: Where exactly is the pipe?
#Person1#: The pipe is behind a wall in my bathroom.
#Person2#: How long has the pipe been leaking?
#Person1#: It began leaking a couple of days ago.
#Person2#: I must tell you that in order to get to the pipe, I must tear down that wall.
#Person1#: I know.
#Person2#: That won't be a problem?
#Person1#: Not as long as it gets fixed.
#Person2#: All right, I will start working now.
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#Person2# comes to fix #Person1#'s leaky pipe. #Person1# doesn't mind if the wall needs tearing down.
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train_3658
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#Person1#: What do you think of the way people use and treat animals?
#Person2#: I think most people treat animals well, but we are often cruel to animals. When we raise animals for food, the conditions they live in are often poor.
#Person1#: Perhaps people should stop eating animals. We could grow more crops.
#Person2#: What would you do with all the animals? You couldn't just let them go. Besides, some people would still hunt them. Meat has become an integral part of our diet.
#Person1#: We could provide them with better conditions anyway. We should certainly try to improve the conditions at zoos. We should try to recreate the natural conditions as much as possible.
#Person2#: That's true. I think it is a good idea, because zoos allow people to get close to animals. I think it's good for kids to see wild animals.
#Person1#: I agree. I'm an adult and I love going to the zoo. I don't like animals experiments though. I believe that we can do tests in other ways.
#Person2#: I read that the number of animals being used in experiments is falling dramatically as new techniques are being introduced.
#Person1#: That's good news. The good thing is that most people treat their pets well.
#Person2#: Sometimes you read about people who have been cruel to pets or other animals, but those stories are rare.
#Person1#: Have you every given money to any of the charities that take care of animals.
#Person2#: Yes, I have. They do an excellent job.
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#Person2# thinks people are cruel to animals and they live in poor conditions. #Person1# thinks people should stop eating animals and provide them with better conditions. Both #Person1# and #Person2# agree it's a good idea to improve the condition at zoos. They are happy that most people treat their pets well.
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