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train_3759
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#Person1#: Sam, I am so sorry. It was your birthday yesterday and I completely forgot about it.
#Person2#: Don't worry about it. I keep forgetting everyone's birthdays as well.
#Person1#: Margaret really told me off when she found out that I had forgotten all about it. We did try to phone you, but you and Jane must have gone out.
#Person2#: Yes, Jane invited me for dinner to this new restaurant which opened near us.
#Person1#: Oh, yes, I know the one. How was the food?
#Person2#: The food was excellent, but Jane ordered a birthday cake, which they forgot about. So as you can see, you were not the only one.
#Person1#: Oh, no.
#Person2#: Yes, Jane was quite upset about it. The manager came to apologize and we did get free dessert, but still. . .
#Person1#: I would think this was the least they could do.
#Person2#: In the end it was a nice evening and I got an iPad as my birthday present which I wanted for a while.
#Person1#: Great. I have also been thinking of getting one. Do you think you could ask Jane to have a quiet word with Margaret? My birthday is not that far away.
#Person2#: I can try, but knowing Margaret she will see through that immediately.
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#Person1# says sorry to #Person2# because #Person1# completely forgot #Person2#'s birthday. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# went to a new restaurant and the food in the new restaurant was excellent, but they forgot the birthday cake Jane ordered. In the end, #Person2# still had a nice evening because #Person2# got an iPad.
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train_3760
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#Person1#: What's your hobby?
#Person2#: Photograph.
#Person1#: What's the make of your camera?
#Person2#: Olympus.
#Person1#: Do you own your own darkroom?
#Person2#: No, usually I get my films developed at a photo studio, but I make my own enlargements.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: Because I can make many different kinds of pictures from one negative. That's more, but that saves money.
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#Person1# asks about #Person2#'s hobby. #Person2# likes to photograph and usually develops the films at a photo studio.
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train_3761
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#Person1#: How are you?
#Person2#: I'm fine thanks. How about you?
#Person1#: I'm okay. What are you doing these days?
#Person2#: Not a lot, actually. Busy at work of course - we've got a big project coming up in Malaysia. I may have to go to KL in a few weeks.
#Person1#: That's great. When are you starting?
#Person2#: Probably in a week or two. I'll let you know.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# will go to KL because of a big project in Malaysia.
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train_3762
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#Person1#: Are you interested in history?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. I enjoyed studying it at school, though I had trouble remembering all the dates, so my teacher never gave me good marks.
#Person1#: I love history, but I'Ve always thought that learning the reasons behind events is more important than remembering exactly when they happened.
#Person2#: I wish you had been my history teacher! I might have got better marks!
#Person1#: Some people say that history repeats itself.
#Person2#: What does that mean? The same events never happen twice, do they?
#Person1#: The idea is that the people and dates change, but the reason why things happen stay the same.
#Person2#: I see. I think I'd agree with that statement. People often seem to make the same mistakes over and over again.
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#Person1# says history repeats itself. #Person2# agrees with the statement because people often make the same mistakes over and over again.
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train_3763
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#Person1#: Where do you usually do your shopping, Mrs. Lane?
#Person2#: I usually go to the supermarket, near the station.
#Person1#: How do you find the prices there?
#Person2#: I think they are quite reasonable, and the vegetables are very fresh.
#Person1#: I see you have bought some coffee. Would you mind telling me how much you paid for it?
#Person2#: Only 2 dollars and 25 cents.
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Mrs. Lane tells #Person1# a supermarket she usually goes to and the prices are reasonable.
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train_3764
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#Person1#: What's the plot of your new movie?
#Person2#: It's a story about a policemen who is investigating a series of strange murders. I play the part of the detective. He has to catch the killer, but there's very little evidence. It's a psychological thriller with some frightening scenes, but I hope audience won't be too scared to go to the movie theatres!
#Person1#: Did you enjoy making the movie? We heard stories of disagreement with other actors and with the director.
#Person2#: I have had disagreement with every director. I'Ve worked with. We'Ve always disagreed in a friendly way and we have always resolved our differences. It was the same when I made this movie. I don't know where rumours of my disagreement with Rachel Kelly come from. We got on very well and I hope to work with her again. I enjoyed making the movie very much.
#Person1#: Critics are not very happy with the movies that you'Ve made recently. Does that bother you?
#Person2#: Not at all. The feedback from audience has been great. I care about what they think more than what the critics think.
#Person1#: Did you do you own stunts in the movie?
#Person2#: I wanted to, but my insurance company wouldn't let me. All of my stunts were done by a stuntman. As you know, I used to do my own stunts, but I'll leave that to the experts in future.
#Person1#: Thank you very much for doing this interview.
#Person2#: My pleasure. Have you seen the movie yet?
#Person1#: Yes. I have. I liked it very much. Like you, I was very impressed with Rachel's performance in the movie. She's going to be a star.
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#Person1# interviews #Person2# and asks #Person2# several questions, like the plot of the new movie, whether #Person2# enjoyed making the movie. #Person2# answers the questions, saying #Person2# gets along with coworkers and tells #Person1# all the stunts were done by a stuntman in the movie.
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train_3765
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#Person1#: Good afternoon, Mr. Anderson.
#Person2#: Good afternoon, Miss Li.
#Person1#: How nice to see you again!
#Person2#: Nice to see you, too.
#Person1#: It's been a long time, hasn't it? How are you?
#Person2#: Fine, thank you. And you?
#Person1#: Very well too, is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: Yes. Could you guide me to where I can change money?
#Person1#: Sure, Mr. Anderson, please come along with me.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: My pleasure.
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Mr. Anderson asks Miss Li to guide him to the place where he can change money.
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train_3766
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#Person1#: Okay Rebecca, well I think you'Ve given me a clear impression of your positive qualities, but let's talk a little bit about your weaknesses.
#Person2#: Okay, well it's always more difficult to describe them isn't it?
#Person1#: Definitely, but if you had to pinpoint one weakness what would it be?
#Person2#: Well as I mentioned before, I do tend to get frustrated if I don't see progress in my work or career. I suppose I'm quite a restless character. My father always taught me to be a high achiever.
#Person1#: So would you say if things don't go your way at work it could easily get you down?
#Person2#: Well, in a way yes. But I must say that even if I'm not completely happy in my work I always give 110 % I would never shirk my responsibilities. I suppose sometimes I expect too much too soon.
#Person1#: Well, you know journalism is a highly competitive world, so you do need to keep pushing yourself it's true. Okay, well let's move on to talk about the job position here, shall we?
#Person2#: Yes, please.
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#Person1# asks Rebecca to talk about her weaknesses. Rebecca says she gets frustrated if she doesn't see progress in the work, but she still does her best no matter what. They will move on to talk about the job position.
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train_3767
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#Person1#: Open your suitcase please.
#Person2#: Ok, here you are.
#Person1#: Do you have anything do declare?
#Person2#: No, I don't.
#Person1#: Any cigarettes? Baker?
#Person2#: Yes, I have two cotton of cigarettes one bottle of whisky.
#Person1#: What is the white powder? Are they drugs?
#Person2#: No, this is the medicine for the stomach.
#Person1#: May I open one of those? Let me taste it.
#Person2#: Yes, Sir, go ahead, here you are.
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#Person1# checks #Person2#'s suitcase. #Person1# will taste a white powder for a check.
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train_3768
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#Person1#: Did you watch TV last night, Rose?
#Person2#: Yeah. I saw a science program. It was quite interesting.
#Person1#: What was it about?
#Person2#: Mars. Scientists say there might be water on it.
#Person1#: If so, we may live there someday.
#Person2#: I hope so. Did you know the US successfully sent two robotic explorers to Mars last month?
#Person1#: Sure. I heard about this on the TV. On January 3rd, 2004, Explorer Spirit landed near the so-called Guser Crater. And three weeks later, Spirit's twin explorer, Opportunity, landed on Meridian Planum named by scientists.
#Person2#: Yes. Both have sent back pictures of the planet. And the latter did a better job.
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#Person2# saw a science program about Mars last night. #Person1# heard on the TV that the US successfully sent explorers to Mars.
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train_3769
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#Person1#: What's up, officer?
#Person2#: Are you aware that you ran through that stop sign?
#Person1#: There was a stop sign?
#Person2#: How could you not notice it?
#Person1#: If there really was a stop sign, I couldn't see it because of the overgrown bushes.
#Person2#: You know. You're right. The bushes are covering the sign.
#Person1#: If I saw the stop sign, I would've stopped for it.
#Person2#: Now that I think about it, I can see how you missed it.
#Person1#: Am I getting a ticket for this?
#Person2#: I'll let you off with a warning.
#Person1#: Thank you, I really do appreciate that.
#Person2#: Don't worry about it. I need to have something done about those bushes.
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#Person1# ran through a stop sign because there are bushes covering the sign. #Person2# will let #Person1# off with a warning.
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train_3770
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#Person1#: Of course! Of course! Here you are. Thank you so much.
#Person2#: Are you looking for anything else?
#Person1#: Um, let me see. Hmm. This antique tea set here is gorgeous.
#Person2#: That was a thirtieth birthday present. You can have it if you want.
#Person1#: Really? No, no, I couldn't! You're too nice!
#Person2#: And these old Dutch candle holders would go nicely with the tea set. Have them.
#Person1#: Gee! I don't know what to say! Thanks so much.
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Gee gives #Person1# a tea set and the old Dutch candle holders as thirtieth birthday presents.
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train_3771
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#Person1#: Do you have a reservation?
#Person2#: Yes, here's our confirmation slip.
#Person1#: I'm afraid we have no reservation by this name.
#Person2#: No reservation? Well, then, do you have any rooms available?
#Person1#: I'm afraid all the rooms are fully booked.
#Person2#: You mean we can't stay in this hotel tonight?
#Person1#: You're right. We have no more rooms available for tonight.
#Person2#: Then, would you recommend any other nearby hotel?
#Person1#: OK, I'll call ahead.
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#Person1# cannot find a reservation by #Person2#'s name and all the rooms are fully booked so #Person2# needs to stay somewhere else.
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train_3772
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#Person1#: Hmm. You have three cameras. Are you a photographer?
#Person2#: No, my company makes cameras. Well, I'm also a photographer, but two of these are for our display.
#Person1#: I see. And what's in this bag?
#Person2#: Egg tarts.
#Person1#: I thought you said you didn't have any food with you today.
#Person2#: I thought you meant vegetables and meat when you asked me. Things like that. I don't have any vegetables.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, Mr. Lee. Egg tarts are food too. We will have to confiscate these.
#Person2#: Confiscate?
#Person1#: Yes, we will have to dispose of them.
#Person2#: It's too bad. They are very delicious.
#Person1#: I know. One out of every three travelers from Taiwan seems to be carrying them. They are being smuggled in by the thousands.
#Person2#: Oh, well. Not by me.
#Person1#: No, not today at least. Enjoy your visit to the United States, Mr. Lee.
#Person2#: Thank you.
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Mr. Lee is checked when entering the USA and he has egg tarts in his bag. #Person1# will have to confiscate and dispose them.
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train_3773
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#Person1#: Can I try this dress on?
#Person2#: Sure. the fitting room is right behind you.
#Person1#: Well, I like the styte, but I don't think the color fits me. Could you bring me a green one?
#Person2#: Sure, wait a moment.
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#Person2# serves #Person1# to try the dress on.
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train_3774
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#Person1#: Good morning! Marquette General Hospital. Tia speaking. May I help you?
#Person2#: Hi, this is Emily Wang, I want to see a doctor today.
#Person1#: Your medical card No. , please?
#Person2#: GRM 789051
#Person1#: Thanks. Do you have an appointment, Ms. Wang?
#Person2#: No. But it is urgent, and I need to see a doctor as soon as possible. I am really in bad shape.
#Person1#: What is the matter?
#Person2#: I have a high fever and a bad headache.
#Person1#: Have you taken your temperature?
#Person2#: Yes, I took my temperature last night. It was 102 degrees. But right now I feel my fevers is up to 103 degrees.
#Person1#: Anything else bothering you?
#Person2#: I can not stop coughing, and I can not stop sneezing. I vomited blood last night. Sorry, I am coughing again.
#Person1#: Well, you can come to a work-in clinic today. You do not need an appointment.
#Person2#: What time should I come?
#Person1#: Any time between 8 a. m. to 9 p. m.
#Person2#: Ok. Thank you very much.
#Person1#: You are very welcome. Anything else I can do for you today?
#Person2#: No, thanks.
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Emily Wang calls Tia because Emily Wang wants to see a doctor. Emily Wang has a high fever and a bad headache. Tia asks Emily Wang to come to a work-in clinic today without an appointment.
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train_3775
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#Person1#: You must know you've been scheduled to have an operation the day after
#Person2#: Yes. But I don't know the exact time.
#Person1#: The operation starts at 10 0'clock. But you'll get an injection of anaesthesia about 30 to 45 minutes in advance. If your family comes to see you before the operation, they should come before 8: 30.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. I will tell my wife. Thank you for telling me so much.
#Person1#: It's nothing. Did your doctor explain to you about what operation you are going to have?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. I am going to have my appendix removed.
#Person1#: OK. Have you signed the consent?
#Person2#: Yes. Here it is.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# #Person2# has been scheduled an operation to have #Person2#'s appendix removed. #Person2# will tell his wife.
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train_3776
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#Person1#: Lucy, take my picture here, OK?
#Person2#: Sure. Just a minute. Let me take my camera out.
#Person1#: What's the matter?
#Person2#: I'm not sure.
#Person1#: Is it broken?
#Person2#: I hope not! Oh, I see.
#Person1#: What is it?
#Person2#: The batteries are worn down. I need replace them.
#Person1#: Where can we get batteries?
#Person2#: All photography shops carry them.
#Person1#: OK. Let's take a walk and look for a shop that does.
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#Person2# finds the camera's batteries are worn down. #Person1# and #Person2# will look for a photography shop.
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train_3777
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#Person1#: I need help figuring out how to use this phone.
#Person2#: Sure. First you pick up the receiver and hit one of the first 3 buttons. Do you hear a tone?
#Person1#: Yes, I hear the tone.
#Person2#: OK. Now you dial 9 on the keypad. Do you hear the tone change?
#Person1#: Yes, it changed.
#Person2#: Well, when you hear it change, that means you have an outside line. Where are you trying to call?
#Person1#: I am trying to call home.
#Person2#: OK. Well, to dial to the outside you just now dial the number. For a call inside the company just hit the extension number. Do you know the extensions?
#Person1#: Yes, I have a list of extensions.
#Person2#: Well, if you ever need help with an extension, you can dial O.
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#Person2# shows #Person1# how to use the phone. #Person2# also tells #Person1# #Person1# can dial 0 if #Person1# needs help with an extension.
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train_3778
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#Person1#: Hello, BCD Company, can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello, may I speak to Mrs. Smith?
#Person1#: This is Mrs. Smith, may I have your name?
#Person2#: This is Sun, and I interviewed with you yesterday.
#Person1#: Hello, Mr. Sun.
#Person2#: I am calling to thank you for giving me the interview for the Sales Manager position yesterday.
#Person1#: You are welcome, Mr. Sun.
#Person2#: I really enjoyed meeting with you.
#Person1#: You certainly made a good impression on me, as well.
#Person2#: I am very interested in this position.
#Person1#: We'll be making the decision by the end of this week and we'll contact you as soon as possible.
#Person2#: Well, thank you for your time and consideration again.
#Person1#: You are welcome.
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Mr. Sun calls Mrs. Smith to say thanks for giving him an interview for the Sales Manager position. Mrs. Smith tells Mr. Sun they'll make the decision by the end of the week.
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train_3779
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#Person1#: Can I also take the MET to get there?
#Person2#: Yeah sure, it's much quicker. Do you know how?
#Person1#: No, can I trouble you to lend me a hand?
#Person2#: Ok, not a problem. Let's go to the station.
#Person1#: You have to buy a ticket first. You want to go to Shi Da, right?
#Person2#: Yeah.
#Person1#: Ok, then you need to go to Tai Power Building Station.
#Person2#: Where is that?
#Person1#: Look at the map to see where you are. Then look at where you want to go. The number is how much money you have to pay.
#Person2#: Oh, that's simple enough.
#Person1#: Then, when you have your ticket, you go wait on the platform.
#Person2#: Anything else I should know?
#Person1#: Just remember to hold on to your ticket. You need it to get out of the station when you get there.
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#Person2# shows #Person1# how to take the MET. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# should buy a ticket first, look at the map to see the location, and hold the ticket to wait on the platform.
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train_3780
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#Person1#: To start with, may I know why you are interested in working for our company?
#Person2#: First, as far as I know, your company has had an impressive growth record. Second, I want to get into the foreign trade business.
#Person1#: Now you are with Quandong Company. What is your chief responsibility there?
#Person2#: I'm in charge of marketing activities in South-East Asia, for example, organizing trade conferences and arranging exhibitions.
#Person1#: Do you have any questions about the job?
#Person2#: Yes. Are the chances for employees to be transferred to overseas branches of the company?
#Person1#: Certainly. This is an international company, and ther're good chances for you to work overseas.
#Person2#: That would be good.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# #Person2# is interested in working for the company because of interests in the foreign trade business and the chance to work overseas, and answers #Person2# 's current work.
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train_3781
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#Person1#: Gosh! The water faucet is dripping badly again.
#Person2#: You are going to have a huge bill.
#Person1#: I know. I'Ve got to get it fixed ASAP.
#Person2#: Don't you wanna get it fixed now?
#Person1#: I wish I could, but I'Ve got to go now. I have an appointment in 20 minutes.
#Person2#: Well, if you need anything, just let me know.
#Person1#: Oh, by the way, could you give me a ride? My car is still in the garage.
#Person2#: You sure have bad luck these days.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# the water faucet is dripping badly. #Person1# wants #Person2# to give a ride #Person1#'s car is in the garage.
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train_3782
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#Person1#: I'm terribly sorry. I'm late.
#Person2#: I've only been waiting for over an hour, that's all.
#Person1#: Yes, I know, I... I tried to get here in time, but just after I left home, the car broke down.
#Person2#: The car broke down?
#Person1#: Yes, and.., well.., luckily.., there was a garage near me, and.., and it took them a while to repair it.
#Person2#: Why didn't you at least phone?
#Person1#: I would have! But I didn't know the number of the restaurant.
#Person2#: You could have looked it up in the telephone book!
#Person1#: Yes, but... You'll never believe this... I couldn't remember the name of the restaurant. I knew where it was, but forgot the name.
#Person2#: I see, well, it was lucky you find a garage to repair your car.
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#Person1# is late because #Person1#'s car broke down after #Person1# left home. #Person1# didn't call #Person2# because #Person1# forgot the name of the restaurant.
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train_3783
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#Person1#: Bye for now.
#Person2#: Bye. But where are you going?
#Person1#: The bank, the supermarket and...
#Person2#: Will you buy an exercise book for me?
#Person1#: I guess so. But I'll go to the post office first before I go to the supermarket.
#Person2#: Can you also buy me a pen? The one you gave me last week doesn't work now.
#Person1#: How come?
#Person2#: It fell off the desk and was broken.
#Person1#: Can you be more careful with your things?
#Person2#: Ok. Oh. Can you wait a second?
#Person1#: What for?
#Person2#: You are going to the post office, right?
#Person1#: Yes, so what?
#Person2#: Here's a letter for Sam. Can you post it?
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#Person2# asks #Person1# to buy an exercise book and a pen, and to post a letter for Sam.
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train_3784
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#Person1#: Now, can anyone summarize the main idea of the passage? Yes, Jessie, please?
#Person2#: I'm sorry.
#Person1#: You look pale, Jessie. Are you all right?
#Person2#: No, I'm not feeling well. Mr. Brown.
#Person1#: What seems to be the problem?
#Person2#: I guess I ate something bad at lunch.
#Person1#: And you have a stomachache now?
#Person2#: Yes, I think so.
#Person1#: Can you walk to the school clinic? Or shall I send for the doctor?
#Person2#: No, thanks. It doesn't matter too much. I will go to the doctor after class.
#Person1#: Ok. I'll finish the class in a minute. Then I'll send you to the clinic.
#Person2#: Thank you so much. Mr. Brown.
#Person1#: Don't mention it.
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Jessie isn't feeling well because she may ate something bad. Mr. Brown will finish the class in minutes and send her to the clinic.
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train_3785
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#Person1#: What's the matter with you? You look angry.
#Person2#: I had words with Jack just now.
#Person1#: Come to the point. Why did you argue?
#Person2#: When I asked him to clean up the bedroom, he didn't listen and left his dirty clothes everywhere.
#Person1#: So you lost your temper?
#Person2#: Yes. How could I bear it?
#Person1#: I hope you'll patch up soon. You should respect each other.
#Person2#: If he doesn't apologize to me, I won't forgive him.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# is angry because #Person2# had words with Jack, and #Person2# won't forgive him if he doesn't apologize.
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train_3786
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#Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I was wanting to stay somewhere for a few days.
#Person1#: Well, there are some good hotels. Carlton House is near the main square in the city center, but you might also be interested in the Royal Hotel-that's out in the countryside, about ten kilometers away, very peaceful. Then there's the Rainbow Hotel-it is not in the center, but it's out on the airport road.
#Person2#: Mmm, that might be a bit far out actually. Now the one you mentioned, in the city center. Can you tell me a bit about it?
#Person1#: Well, it used to be a large private house. It's a five-star hotel.
#Person2#: Does it have a swimming pool?
#Person1#: No. The Royal Hotel has an outdoor pool, but the only hotel with an indoor pool is the Rainbow Hotel.
#Person2#: I see. Well, I think I'll probably go for the city center hotel.
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#Person1# recommends several hotels for #Person2#. #Person2# finally chooses the city center hotel which is a five-star hotel.
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train_3787
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#Person1#: Are you going on holiday with your sister again this year?
#Person2#: Yes, she comes home from Canada tomorrow, and then we're going away next week.
#Person1#: Where are you going?
#Person2#: I've booked a hotel in Turkey. My sister wants to go to Italy again, so I hope she doesn't mind.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# and #Person2#'s sister will go on a holiday in Turkey.
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train_3788
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#Person1#: Have you noticed a lot of differences between your country and ours?
#Person2#: Well, that's a difficult question, but I can think of a few. People here dress quite differently, because the weather is warmer here. We wear winter clothes half the year-thick trousers and warm sweaters. Here, people dress more fashionably. Everyone looks very well dressed.
#Person1#: Is clothing expensive in your country?
#Person2#: Yes, it's more expensive than here.
#Person1#: Do you find it easy to talk to people here? Can you make friends easily?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. It's easy to meet people here, even if we speak different languages. People are the same everywhere. They worry about the same things. They worry about the cost of living and about the future of their children.
#Person1#: Yes, you are dead right.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# the differences between #Person1#'s country and #Person2#'s, including dressing and prices of clothing. But #Person2# thinks making friends here is easy because people's worries are the same all over the world.
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train_3789
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#Person1#: May I take you order now?
#Person2#: Yes, I think we're ready to order. Elizabeth, what would you like to have?
#Person3#: I haven't made up my mind yet. You order first, Donald.
#Person2#: All right. I'll start with chicken soup. Then I want a steak, medium rare. I'll have a baked potato, green beans and an egg salad. I'll order dessert later.
#Person1#: Yes, sir. And you, Miss? What would you like to have?
#Person3#: I can't decide. I don't see anything I really like.
#Person1#: There are over thirty dishes to select from, Miss.
#Person2#: There ought to be something you like, Elizabeth.
#Person3#: Well, I guess so. But I only see food that I don't like. I don't care for chicken and I can't stand fish. I'll have a baked potato, green beans and an egg salad. I'll order dessert later.
#Person1#: No, Miss. I'm afraid not. How about some other seafood?
#Person3#: Oysters are the only seafood I like. I dislike the rest.
#Person2#: I wish I could think of something for you.
#Person1#: May I suggest cream of tomato soup, steak with mushroom gravy, asparagus, and buttered cauliflower. For dessert-strawberry pie with icecream?
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#Person1# helps Donald and Elizabeth order food. Elizabeth doesn't know what to eat after Donald orders because Elizabeth doesn't like chicken and fish. #Person1# recommends some dishes to Elizabeth.
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train_3790
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#Person1#: What are you reading?
#Person2#: Gee! You scared me!
#Person1#: Aha, Fitness Consultant. Very good, Don't you know about the rules in this office?
#Person2#: Yes, Ma'am. No magazines during the office hours. I'm sorry.
#Person1#: Well, don't do this again next time. What is it about, anyway?
#Person2#: It is about sports for white-collar workers, people like you and me.
#Person1#: What kind of sports?
#Person2#: Aerobic sports, for example, jogging, yoga, skating...
#Person1#: Interesting. What were you reading just now?
#Person2#: Stretching exercise after sitting a long time.
#Person1#: Really? That sounds interesting!
#Person2#: Can I have my magazine back now?
#Person1#: No. It's confiscated for now. And I will return it to you after I finish reading it.
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#Person2# is reading a sports magazine for white-collar workers. #Person1# thinks the stretching exercise is interesting, so #Person1# confiscates the magazine.
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#Person1#: Hi, Andy. I am going to Isabel's. Are you coming?
#Person2#: No. The things are too expensive there for me. I can't afford it.
#Person1#: That is no problem at all. Isabel's is having a clearance sale, and today is the last day. You don't want to miss such a good chance, do you?
#Person2#: Really? That's wonderful. Can you wait a second? I need to change.
#Person1#: All right, but hurry up. It takes you hours to change.
#Person2#: I will. Do you think we can get something really nice and cheap? I mean this is the last day.
#Person1#: I think so. They don't sell shoddy cloth for one thing.
#Person2#: Should we ask Cindy to come along? She saw the evening gown made of silk last month that she wanted to buy very much. She didn't buy it of course. It would cost her three months' salary.
#Person1#: She already bought that evening gown.
#Person2#: When?
#Person1#: Yesterday. She wore that gown last night, and showed it off to everybody at Mr. Mile's party.
#Person2#: Oh? Isn't that like her.
#Person1#: Hurry up, will you? We'll have to go to the gas station first.
#Person2#: All right, all right. I am ready to go. Let's go!
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#Person1# invites Andy to go to Isabel's since Isabel's is having a clearance sale. Andy is willing to go but he needs to change first. #Person1# tells Andy Cindy has already bought an evening gown. #Person1# asks Andy to hurry up.
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train_3792
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#Person1#: You are married to a foreigner, huh? So what's it like?
#Person2#: Well, the first year of our marriage, we had great difficulty getting along. The things that are important to me are not important to him. We had a lot of conflicts.
#Person1#: Yeah, I know what you mean. The first year of any marriage is difficult for all couples, not to mention two people from different cultures.
#Person2#: And now we have a two-year-old boy. We're very happy that he's healthy and smart.
#Person1#: Oh, so he's half Chinese and half American. That's unusual. What languages does he speak, then?
#Person2#: Right now he speaks mostly Chinese, and he can say a few English words. But he will learn.
#Person1#: What does he look like? Can people tell?
#Person2#: Yes, people surely can. He's whiter than the Chinese kids, and his hair is a little blonde. My husband says his eyes are very Chinese though.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# marrying a foreigner can be hard because of conflicts by cultural differences. #Person2# also tells #Person1# their son is half Chinese and half American and how he looks.
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train_3793
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#Person1#: Are the galaxies in the universe moving through space?
#Person2#: No, the galaxies sit more or less passively in the space around them. But not too much. As the space between galaxies expands, it carries the galaxies further apart - like raisns in an expanding dough.
#Person1#: But I heard that our Milky way galaxy may one day collide with a neighboring galaxy. If galaxies are moving apart from each other, how can they collide?
#Person2#: Well, the universe is a chaotic place, and the gravity from one galaxy, or from a group of galaxies, may disturb the motion of its near neighbors, causing them to collide. However, on average, when you compare two large enough chunks of space, the galaxies in one are moving away from the galaxies in the other.
#Person1#: Wow, you're really informative. Thanks a lot.
#Person2#: You're welcome.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# the galaxies sit more or less passively in the space and galaxies may collide because the gravity may disturb the motion of a galaxy's neighbor.
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#Person1#: What kind of music do you like?
#Person2#: Oh any music with a fast beat, lively music, you know like dance music. You prefer classical music don't you?
#Person1#: Yes, I do. I find it very relaxing. I often listen to Mozart or Bach in the evening after a hard day of work.
#Person2#: I must admit that I like several pieces of classical music.
#Person1#: Classical music is supposed to be good for your brain.
#Person2#: Really? perhaps I should listen to classical music more often. I heard that listening to classical music can help reduce stress.
#Person1#: Yes, that's why I listen to it in the evenings. I usually play it as background music while I'm cooking or doing other housework.
#Person2#: I've got a few classical music CDs. I should follow your lead and increase my brain power.
#Person1#: You can find plenty of classical recordings on line 2.
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#Person2# likes music with a fast beat while #Person1# often listens to Mozart or Bach. #Person1# tells #Person2# classical music is good for the brain, so #Person2# decides to listen to it more often.
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#Person1#: What's the problem?
#Person2#: I have a laceration on my left forearm.
#Person1#: Let me have a look. How did this happen?
#Person2#: I got hit by a car in an accident.
#Person1#: Was there much bleeding afterward?
#Person2#: No, not much.
#Person1#: Well, this doesn't look too serious. Nurse, could you please get me a suture set?
#Person2#: Will I need stitches?
#Person1#: Yes. Three, I think. It wont ' be too painful. Alright, we're done. That wasn't so bad, was it?
#Person2#: No, not really.
#Person1#: You're lucky there was no lasting damage. I'll set up an appointment for you to come back in five days. We'll take those stitches out then. So long.
#Person2#: Thank you, doctor. Bye.
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#Person2# got hit by a car and got a laceration on the left forearm. #Person1# checks the wound and sutures it.
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train_3796
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#Person1#: How do you use an ATM card, Billy?
#Person2#: It ' s easy grandpa. Insert you card into the machine here. Then wait a moment. Ok. Now you enter your PIN. It should have four numbers.
#Person1#: Oh yes. I ' Ve got it written down here. Just a minute.
#Person2#: You really shouldn ' t write it down. You should memorise it. You can change it to a more convenient number if you like.
#Person1#: Ok, I ' Ve entered my PIN. There are several options on the screen. I guess I just choose which service I want, don ' t I?
#Person2#: Yes. Choose the service you need to use. If you choose to withdraw money, the machine will ask you how much you want.
#Person1#: I can just enter the amount using the key, right?
#Person2#: That ' s right. Give the machine a moment to process you request. Then take your money.
#Person1#: These machines aren ' t very difficult to use. In fact, I quite like them. They are much faster than dealing with a band clerk.
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Billy tells his grandpa how to use an ATM and an ATM card. Billy's grandpa feels the machines are not difficult to use.
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#Person1#: The environment varies greatly because of difference in language, customs and traditions.
#Person2#: Yes. This gap can be filled by export market research before exporting.
#Person1#: But the importance of the export research is often neglected by the managers.
#Person2#: That's right. They do not appreciate its value and consider it to be a luxury.
#Person1#: Therefore, when enterprises are spending a lot of money in trying to penetrate a new market, they should research whether their products can be sold at high enough a price and in a satisfactory amount.
#Person2#: Exactly!
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#Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the importance of export market research.
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train_3798
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#Person1#: Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: Would you please show me that mural?
#Person1#: Certainly. Here you are.
#Person2#: It looks so beautiful. How much is it?
#Person1#: Four hundred yuan.
#Person2#: That's a bit more than I wanted to pay. Can you cut the price down a bit?
#Person1#: I'm sorry. Ours is a fixed price shop and I can assure you this is the best price you can get for a mural like this.
#Person2#: Maybe you are right. OK, I'll take it.
#Person1#: Well, I'll have it wrapped for you.
#Person2#: Thank you. Here is four hundred yuan.
#Person1#: Thank you. Please come again.
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#Person2# is attracted by a mural but #Person1# refuses to bargain over the price. #Person2# takes it at the original price.
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train_3799
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#Person1#: It's your turn now, Helen.
#Person2#: OK. I'm coming.
#Person1#: This is your song. I picked it for you.
#Person2#: Thank you. You are so considerate.
#Person1#: Push the red button on the mike to turn it on.
#Person2#: OK. This key is too high for me.
#Person1#: I think it's a piece of cake for you.
#Person2#: OK. Let me have a try...
#Person1#: Well done! I hope I can sing as well as you one day.
#Person2#: Thank you. I'm sure you will.
#Person1#: I hope so. Thank you for saying so.
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#Person1# picks a song for Helen. Helen sings it well. #Person1# compliments her.
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#Person1#: I think I going to need some iced water too. Is there an extra charge for that?
#Person2#: Yes, we charge 50 cents for water.
#Person1#: That's fine. Could you give me some more napkins, too?
#Person2#: Sure. Do you need anything else?
#Person1#: Yes, I would also like some sweet and sour sauce and pepper.
#Person2#: I'll put all that into the bag for you.
#Person1#: Do I owe you anything for the sauce, pepper and napkins?
#Person2#: No, there is no charge for those.
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#Person1# wants some iced water, napkins, sauce, and pepper. #Person2# charges 50 cents for water but offers others for free.
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#Person1#: Hey, Ann. Wake up. It's time to get out of bed.
#Person2#: Oh, Dad. Do I have to get up right now?
#Person1#: Yes, or you'll be late.
#Person2#: Why didn't my alarm go off today?
#Person1#: It went off 30 minutes ago.
#Person2#: I must have slept right through it.
#Person1#: Rise and shine.
#Person2#: OK. I know.
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Ann's dad wakes her up. Ann finds she slept through her alarm.
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#Person1#: Shall we go to cinema this evening? The new blockbuster starring mel gibson is showing. It's supposed to be really good.
#Person2#: What kind of movie is it? I don't like many of his movies, actually.
#Person1#: It's a thriller. It has Julia Roberts playing the female lead.
#Person2#: I like thrillers and I like Julia Roberts, so it might be interesting. I read a review today and the critic didn't seem to be very impressed.
#Person1#: What did the critic say?
#Person2#: He didn't say it was bad, but he said that it wasn't as good as it could have been, particularly as there were some good actors and actresses in it.
#Person1#: The movie starts at eight o'clock, so we have plenty of time to eat and get ready.
#Person2#: Good. Dinner is nearly ready and I'd like to watch the news before we go. The Oscars were last night and I want to see the results.
#Person1#: I won't spoil your enjoyment by telling you who won. There were a few surprises.
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#Person1# invites #Person2# to watch a movie tonight. They talk about the cast and the movie's review. They decide to have dinner and watch the news before going to watch it.
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#Person1#: That looks like an interesting book.
#Person2#: It is. It's got pictures of interesting building from all over the world, with brief descriptions of how they were build, their purpose, and so on.
#Person1#: There are the pyramids. It's easy to see how they got that name! they don't have smooth sides though.
#Person2#: They don't now, but most of them did originally. There's picture of the pentagon in the united states. It's very distinctive with its five sides.
#Person1#: Look at that cylindrical office building. I'Ve never been seen one that shape before.
#Person2#: Yes. Usually only TV towers are cylindrical in shape.
#Person1#: TV towers are usually thicker at the bottom than at the top. They're not perfectly cylindrical.
#Person2#: This is the world's largest sports stadium. It's a massive oval.
#Person1#: What sports do they play there?
#Person2#: It says here that it's m mainly used for big football matches and athletics meetings.
#Person1#: Is that building a perfect cube?
#Person2#: According to the book, it is. I'Ve never seen a building that is a perfect cube. Look at the building. From the air, it looks like a square with a semi-circle attached to each of its four sides. What
#Person1#: Is says here that it's a war memorial. Now, there's a distinctive structure-the stomium in Brussels. See? It consists of several connected by cylinders. I believe you can go up and down inside it.
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#Person1# and #Person2# are talking about a book that introduces interesting buildings from all over the world, including pyramids, the pentagon, the cylindrical office building, the world's largest sports stadium, etc.
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#Person1#: Ms. Green, are the schools more or less similar everywhere throughout the United States, or do they differ in various sections?
#Person2#: The system of public schools is fairly uniform everywhere throughout the United States.
#Person1#: Do most students in the United States attend private schools or public schools?
#Person2#: Most public schools in the United States are very good, and the majority of students attend the public schools.
#Person1#: Which students go to private schools, then?
#Person2#: Children needing special instruction. Children whose parents can afford to send them to private schools, and children whose parents want them to receive a religious education.
#Person1#: But are the public schools good everywhere?
#Person2#: No, public schools can be very different. Even in the same city.
#Person1#: Dose it cost anything to attend the public schools? Are there any restrictions as to who may and may not attend?
#Person2#: The public schools in the United States are free to everyone and there is no cost to the student. In most states, even the textbooks are free. There are no restrictions as to color, race, or religion. Any student wishing to attend the public schools may do so.
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Ms. Green tells #Person1#, in the US, most students attend public schools and specific types of students go to private schools. The public schools are free to everyone and have no restrictions but can be very different.
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train_3805
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#Person1#: When will the ceremony begin?
#Person2#: The ceremony will begin at 9 0'clock. After the ceremony, there's a reception. By the way, do you know why they have chosen September 9th for their wedding ceremony?
#Person1#: No idea.
#Person2#: As in English, Chinese also has some lucky numbers. The number 9 stands for perpetuity in Chinese.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# the reason why the wedding is at 9 o'clock on Sept. 9th.
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#Person1#: Your tree looks beautiful. Do you decorate it this way every year?
#Person2#: Yes, it's a family tradition dating back to my childhood. We use the same lights and ornaments, but of course we have a new tree each year. The children made some of these decorations. Here, you can hang this on one of those high branches.
#Person1#: Well, everything seems to be just about ready. Now all we need is snow. Do you exchange the presents in the morning?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. The kids are too excited to wait. After we clean up the mess all the empty boxes and the wrapping paper we have a big breakfast. Then the kids have the whole day to play with their new toys.
#Person1#: And we'll have a great turkey dinner at around four o'clock. My brother and his family will be joining us. I look forward to meeting them. Well, it's late, so I'll say good night. I'll see you early tomorrow, so I can share your Christmas morning. Good night!
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#Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s family tradition and #Person2#'s plans for Christmas. #Person1# will see #Person2# early tomorrow.
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#Person1#: how do you usually spend your day, now that you'Ve retired?
#Person2#: well, I nearly always get up at dawn. I don't like sleeping in late. The days are longer in summer that in winter, so I get up in summer. I usually do some exercise when I get up.
#Person1#: what do you have for breakfast?
#Person2#: I usually have cereal, but sometimes I cook a traditional English breakfast.
#Person1#: that sounds nice. How do you spend your mornings?
#Person2#: I usually do housework in mornings. I go shopping occasionally. I like to do all my shopping in one bag trip to the supermarket. I always drive to the big supermarket in the city center. It takes about
#Person1#: how do you spend your afternoons?
#Person2#: I usually meet some friends and we play sports together or I might spend some time alone on my hobbies. I spend winter evening watching tv, but I spend summer evening at cultural events if I have time
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#Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s lifestyle after #Person2#'s retirement, including how #Person2# spends #Person2#'s mornings and afternoons.
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#Person1#: Do you think discrimination against women in the work force is still prevalent even today?
#Person2#: From my own experience as a career woman, I would have to say that while things are getting better now than they used to be, it is still a widespread problem. Society is changing, but there is still a glass ceiling for women in many career tracks.
#Person1#: do you think the glass ceiling phenomena is because of traditional social customs? Or are there more issues coming into play?
#Person2#: I think it's a very complicated issue. A part of the difficulties women have advancing in the work force are due to few opportunities and many male managers. Don't underestimate the good ole'boy system. Men have power, so it's easier for them to stay in power.
#Person1#: What about affirmative action? Hasn't legislation changed a lot of the make hierarchy?
#Person2#: Affirmative action has given us management quotas and bans sexual discrimination, but it's still a man's world.
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#Person2# tells #Person1# discrimination against women in the workforce is still a prevalent problem and talks about the difficulties women meet due to few opportunities and many male managers.
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#Person1#: Are you coming to the bridal shower for Jane?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. When is the wedding?
#Person1#: Aug 8.
#Person2#: August bride. How nice! By the way, who is going to be the matron of honor?
#Person1#: Mrs. White.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah? I wonder who is going to give Jane away at the wedding. You know her father passed away several years ago.
#Person1#: Maybe her uncle will.
#Person2#: I think so. The wedding will be held at her church, right?
#Person1#: Right. Red Rochester will officiate at the wedding.
#Person2#: Do you know where they will go on their honeymoon?
#Person1#: Yes, Jane says they will go to China.
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#Person1# and #Person2# are talking about Jane's wedding on Aug 8th.
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#Person1#: Honey, do you have a second?
#Person2#: Sure! Are you okay? You seem a bit worried. What's on your mind?
#Person1#: We need to talk.
#Person2#: Okay. . .
#Person1#: I'Ve been thinking, and well, I think we need to start seeing other people.
#Person2#: What? Why? I mean, we'Ve had our ups and downs, and we have the occasional disagreement, but we're happy together, aren't we?
#Person1#: That's just it, I'm not happy anymore, Tim. It's not you, it's me. I know that I can be hard to deal with, and you are a great guy! You are the type of guythat any woman would kill for!
#Person2#: So, what are you saying? You're breaking up with me because I'm perfect?
#Person1#: Tim, you are too good for me. You deserve someone who can make you smile and make you happy the way that you made me happy. Oh, I could say that I'll be all you need, but that would be a lie. I know I'd only hurt you, I know I'd only make you cry.
#Person2#: Baby, come on. Don't do this to me! Whatever it is, we can work it out. Just give me another chance! I know that we can get through this, but we gotta stick together! Don't leave me.
#Person1#: I can't, Tim. I hope someday you can find some way to understand I'm only doing this for you. I don't really wanna go but, deep in my heart I know this is the kindest thing to do.
#Person2#: Laura. . .
#Person1#: Here are your keys. I'll send my sister to pick up the rest of my things next week. I'm sorry, Tim. I wish you all the best, and I hope that one day we can meet again. I'll always love you. Goodbye.
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Laura wants to break up with Tim because she thinks she doesn't deserve him. Tim tries to change her mind and wishes her to give him another chance so they can get through this but fails.
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train_3811
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#Person1#: Good evening. I've come to see Miss Morrison
#Person2#: Oh! Good evening. I'm sorry, but she is not in. She's gone out to the theatre
#Person1#: Oh! I've just come back from Canada and I've brought a parcel from her parents
#Person2#: Please come in
#Person1#: But you're busy, aren't you?
#Person2#: I was preparing my supper but I've finished now.
#Person1#: I can leave the parcel with you, can't I?
#Person2#: Oh! yes
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#Person1# comes to see Miss Morrison but she is not in. #Person1# leaves a parcel.
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train_3812
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#Person1#: Jane, pleases come with us.
#Person2#: I cannot dance, you know. I have't such a talent.
#Person1#: Just for fun, not for showing. What do you worry about?
#Person2#: Nothing. I have told you before that I won't go to the party and that's flat.
#Person1#: But. . . OK.
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Jane refuses #Person1#'s invitation to dance because she won't go to the party.
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train_3813
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#Person1#: Hi, I need broadband for my computer.
#Person2#: No problem. Just plug the Ethernet cable into your computer, and you're good to go.
#Person1#: That's a problem. My laptop has no Ethernet port, it's wireless only.
#Person2#: Hmm. Well, we have some alternatives, if you're interested.
#Person1#: Go ahead. I'm all ears.
#Person2#: We have a computer lab on the first floor.
#Person1#: That's great! How much is it?
#Person2#: It's absolutely free to guests. Except for printing, of course.
#Person1#: Okay. What about the other alternatives?
#Person2#: You could use your wireless right here in our lobby.
#Person1#: Yes, that's the ticket! And if I need to print something there?
#Person2#: Well, we don't have a printer in the lobby yet. You'll have to use the lab.
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#Person1# needs broadband for #Person1#'s computer but the computer is wireless only. #Person2# gives some alternatives: going to the computer lab on the first floor or using wireless in the lobby.
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train_3814
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#Person1#: Have you got any specific proposal about the terms of payment?
#Person2#: I wonder if we can make payment for this order by documentary collection.
#Person1#: I'm sorry to say the only term of payment we can accept is 100 % irrevocable letter of credit payable against shipping documents.
#Person2#: But our order this time is very large. To open an L / C for such a large amount at a bank is costly. Can you be a bit more flexible and bend the rule a little?
#Person1#: I'm afraid not. We insist on a letter of credit, because as seller, we also have the problem of funds being tied up.
#Person2#: To be frank, a letter of credit would increase the cost of my import. When I open a letter of credit with a bank, I have to pay a deposit. That will tie up my money and add to my cost.
#Person1#: Consult your bank and see if they will reduce the required deposit to a minimum.
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#Person2# wants to make payment for the order by documentary collection to decrease the cost of the import but #Person1# refuses and suggests consulting #Person2#'s bank and seeing if they will reduce the required deposit to a minimum.
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train_3815
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#Person1#: Can I help you, madam?
#Person2#: Yes, can I see a few T-shirts, Please?
#Person1#: Certainly. Here you are. They're the very latest fashion.
#Person2#: I'm not very particular about the design. But I want something of good quality.
#Person1#: They're of good cotton and the color never fades.
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#Person2# wants to buy some T-shirts of good quality.
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train_3816
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#Person1#: Does tea-serving follow any special etiquette in China? Each time I dropped in at my Chinese friends'homes, their parents would offer me a cup of hot, strong tea, though they never inquired of me about whether I want it.
#Person2#: You've got a point there. It is a custom and good manners to serve tea to a guest who comes to pay a visit. There is no need to ask if he needs it or not, or if he wants something else. It might be an insult to the guest if he is left sitting there without being served tea.
#Person1#: So the guest is presumed to be thirsty and in need of some drink after the trip. In that case, I guess, in return, the guest doesn't have to drink it if he wouldn't like it.
#Person2#: It wouldn't be considered rude behavior if he doesn't even take a single drop. But he'd better receive the teacup with both hands and bow his thanks when the cup is brought before his face. When the host pours hot water into his cup, he may also choose to tap his index finger on the table, meaning ' Thanks '. No matter if he likes it or not, it is impolite if he doesn't even lay a finger on the cup.
#Person1#: So next time, I'd better take a few sips, to'save face'at least, right?
#Person2#: Sure. The guest is welcomed by being served tea. But if after chatting for a while, the host asks servants or family members to serve a new cup of tea, or add some hot water, he is giving another signal.
#Person1#: What does that imply, then?
#Person2#: More often than not, the understatement is'I'm afraid it's time you leave'.
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#Person1# finds that the Chinese always serve tea to their guests. #Person2# tells #Person1# it is a custom and good manners. The guests should better receive the teacup with both hands and bow his thanks. But if after chatting for a while, the host serves a new cup of tea, the understatement is 'I'm afraid it's time you leave'.
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#Person1#: I want to start a tradition of family vacations with our family right now before we have kids.
#Person2#: You want to make sure it's good solid habit before anything else takes its place, like work?
#Person1#: Yes, so this year we are going to take our first family vacation, just you and I.
#Person2#: And where are we going to go?
#Person1#: I don't know yet.
#Person2#: Are we going all out or just starting with a mini family vacation?
#Person1#: I want to go all out if we can afford it.
#Person2#: Well, I was looking in this magazine the other day and cruises are not very expensive at all. Take a look at this!
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#Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# wants to start a tradition of family vacations before they have kids. #Person2# suggests cruising.
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train_3818
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#Person1#: I've got a complaint about the noise next door.
#Person2#: Yes, it's most irritating.
#Person1#: Some people aren't very considerate.
#Person2#: We're going to do something about it.
#Person1#: Yes, I think so.
#Person2#: We can't put up with it any more.
#Person1#: We'll play the CD loud, is that all right?
#Person2#: I don't think so.
#Person1#: What should we do?
#Person2#: Why don't we call them?
#Person1#: Good idea.
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#Person1# and #Person2# think the people next door are noisy so they decide to call them.
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#Person1#: Can I see some men's watches?
#Person2#: Of course. How about this one?
#Person1#: What functions does this watch have?
#Person2#: It's a luminous watch with a time-reminder function.
#Person1#: Is it waterproof?
#Person2#: Yes, and it comes with a worldwide guarantee.
#Person1#: I'll take it. Please set the watch for me.
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#Person2# recommends a luminous watch with a time-reminder function. #Person1#'ll take it.
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#Person1#: Did you hear who won the election?
#Person2#: No, who was it?
#Person1#: McCain is our new President.
#Person2#: You're a liar!
#Person1#: I'm not happy about it, either.
#Person2#: Who voted for him?
#Person1#: I guess the people wanted him as our new leader.
#Person2#: That's the dumbest thing that I'Ve ever heard.
#Person1#: I have to tell you something else that you probably won't like.
#Person2#: What could be worse than what you just told me?
#Person1#: I wasn't serious, because Obama got elected.
#Person2#: That's fantastic! You really got me there.
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#Person1# fools #Person2# that McCain got elected. #Person2# feels upset. Then #Person1# tells the truth and #Person2# thinks that's fantastic!
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#Person1#: See how many people are here!
#Person2#: Yeah! Do all these people work in the company? Everyone and their dog is here!
#Person1#: Other than the employees, our boss Jack invited some friends of the company.
#Person2#: Can we just sit wherever we want?
#Person1#: Of course not! We have to sit at our assigned seats. I think our table is over there in the back.
#Person2#: Hmm. We don't exactly have the best seats in the house, do we?
#Person1#: Look who you get to sit next to--Tim from purchasing!
#Person2#: Www! That weirdo? ! He really gives me the creeps!
#Person1#: Don't worry. I'm also sitting next to you.
#Person2#: I just hope he doesn't start bragging again!
#Person1#: I can't wait until we get our year-end bonus!
#Person2#: Me, either! Who decides how much money we get?
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#Person1# and #Person2# find there are so many people in their company. They have to sit at their assigned seats. They can't wait until they get their year-end bonus.
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train_3822
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#Person1#: Good morning, sir. Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: I want to have a suit made to measure.
#Person1#: No problem. How would you like your suit?
#Person2#: One Made in 100 % black Barathea wool, with 5 Celtic buttons.
#Person1#: That's fine. You can get it 6 days later.
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#Person2# wants a suit made in 100 % black Barathea wool, with 5 Celtic buttons.
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train_3823
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#Person1#: The total for all these items comes to $ 36. 78.
#Person2#: Take my VISA.
#Person1#: There is something wrong with your card.
#Person2#: What's going on?
#Person1#: Your card was declined.
#Person2#: That can't be right!
#Person1#: Would you like me to try another card?
#Person2#: I don't have another one.
#Person1#: What about cash?
#Person2#: I didn't bring cash with me today.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but you can't take the items until you can buy them.
#Person2#: I'll come back for them tomorrow.
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#Person2# pays by VISA but the card was declined. #Person2#'ll come back tomorrow.
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train_3824
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#Person1#: We'd like some information, please. We want to go to England.
#Person2#: OK. What do you want to know?
#Person1#: Well, first of all, we want to know the air fare to London.
#Person2#: When do you want to go?
#Person1#: We don't really know, maybe July.
#Person2#: I see. Well, in May and June the fare is 480 dollars, but it's less in March and April. It's only 460 dollars.
#Person1#: And what about July?
#Person2#: It's more in July.
#Person1#: More? How much is it then?
#Person2#: It's 525 dollars.
#Person1#: Oh... I'll think it over before I make the final decision.
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#Person1# wants to know the airfare to London. #Person2# tells #Person1# the fares in different months.
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train_3825
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#Person1#: I wonder whether it would be possible to change this double room to two single rooms.
#Person2#: Sorry, sir. All the single rooms are occupied. But if you like, I can check with Imperial Hotel to see if they have any.
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#Person1# wants to change a double room to two single rooms, but there's no single room available.
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train_3826
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#Person1#: I am not sure what to do during the holidays, any suggestions?
#Person2#: Well, going to a cinema, visiting the galleries, exhibitions and museums, finding and meeting old friends, exercising in the health club or mountain biking. There are so many good choices.
#Person1#: The problem is that I find all of them are full of fun. I just don't know what to do first.
#Person2#: Why not start with the most interesting one?
#Person1#: Actually, I'm interested in all of them. The more choices we have, the harder to make a decision.
#Person2#: Toss a coin to decide then.
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#Person1# doesn't know what to do during the holidays because there are so many choices. #Person2# suggests tossing a coin.
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train_3827
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#Person1#: Hey Mark. What are you doing?
#Person2#: Just watching some TV.
#Person1#: Anything interesting on?
#Person2#: Not really. Just watching the sports highlight on ESPN.
#Person1#: So I take it you're pretty bored too.
#Person2#: Just killing time until I find something to do. What are you going to do?
#Person1#: It's Saturday and we are sitting at home doing nothing. What's wrong with us?
#Person2#: You wanna shoot some hoops?
#Person1#: I already tried to call up some of the guys, but they are all busy.
#Person2#: Where's your girlfriend? I thought you were going out with her today.
#Person1#: She's out shopping with her friends.
#Person2#: Let's go to Starbucks and think of something to do then.
#Person1#: Aright. Do you have any cigarettes?
#Person2#: I only have a couple left. Why don't you pick some up on the way.
#Person1#: Ok. See you there in about 30 minutes.
#Person2#: Aright. See you there.
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#Person1# and Mark are bored on Saturday. They decide to go to Starbucks to think of something to do.
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train_3828
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#Person1#: That was a nice funeral.
#Person2#: Yes, dad, it was.
#Person1#: The son gave a nice speech about his father.
#Person2#: It was long, too.
#Person1#: I think it was about 45 minutes long.
#Person2#: But it went by fast. It was interesting.
#Person1#: I liked it.
#Person2#: I'll give you a speech like that, too.
#Person1#: Do you think anyone will come to my funeral?
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: I think only the family will be there.
#Person2#: You have lots of friends. They will be there, too!
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#Person2# and #Person2#'s dad are talking about the funeral they attended and the funeral #Person2#'s dad may have.
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train_3829
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#Person1#: You wouldn't believe what I got in the mail today!
#Person2#: what's that?
#Person1#: it's a letter from Ray and Sue in Shanghai!
#Person2#: have you read it yet?
#Person1#: no, I thought I'd wait until you got home.
#Person2#: go on, read it out loud.
#Person1#: ok. It says, 'Dear Jessica. It was so good to receive you letter. I sounds liek you and Riley are settling into your new home with ease. . . '
#Person2#: when did you send her a letter?
#Person1#: just a few weeks ago. Sue and I send letters to each other often.
#Person2#: I didn't know anyone did that any more. Ok, go on.
#Person1#: ok. . . I'm going to have to skip over this section. It's girl-talk.
#Person2#: that's fine with me.
#Person1#: oh. It's actually all rather personal.
#Person2#: well, skip over all of that and read me the rest.
#Person1#: ok, it just says, balh, blah, blah. . . 'Ray and I look forward to seeing you in June. Write soon. With love, Sue. '
#Person2#: are we going to see them in June or are they coming to see us?
#Person1#: didn't I tell you? We're going to Shanghai to stay with them in June.
#Person2#: oh, I guess I missed that.
#Person1#: men!
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Jessica tells Riley she got a letter from Ray and Sue in the mail. Jessica reads a part of the letter and Riley realizes they are going to Shanghai to stay with Ray and Sue in June.
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train_3830
|
#Person1#: Hi Amy, you look very happy.
#Person2#: Yes, I'm very pleased. I've just got two tickets to see the Olympic opening ceremony.
#Person1#: Wow. You must be very excited.
#Person2#: I certainly am. I would have been very disappointed if I hadn't got them.
#Person1#: Shall we go to a restaurant to celebrate?
#Person2#: What a good idea. I'm quite hungry.
#Person1#: Me too. I feel very thirsty as well.
#Person2#: Let's go then.
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Amy got two tickets for the Olympic opening ceremony. #Person1# suggests they go to a restaurant to celebrate.
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train_3831
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#Person1#: Jack and Mary broke up.
#Person2#: it's so sad. They had been together for only two months. Do you know what the matter was?
#Person1#: Mary said Jack was cheating on her. Jack was seeing a girl from his hometown. One day, Mary saw them holding hands and ended the relationship immediately.
#Person2#: really? I'm very surprised. He doesn't look like a guy who'd ever do that sort of thing, right?
#Person1#: no, he doesn't. Anyway, she found out that he had been two-timing her for a long time.
#Person2#: maybe it is for the best. They are not suitable for each other because they have nothing in common and are completely different people.
#Person1#: how so?
#Person2#: he is an extrovert while she is an introvert. He likes parties while she hates them.
#Person1#: poor Mary! She really liked him.
#Person2#: anyway, she was right to end things and she deserves better.
#Person1#: do you think they'll get back together?
#Person2#: no, I don't think so. I know Mary. Once she makes a decision, she won't change her mind.
#Person1#: I hope she'll recover soon.
#Person2#: so do I.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# Mary and Jack broke up because Mary found Jack cheat on her. Then #Person2# says they are different people so this ending is the best. They hope Mary could recover soon.
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train_3832
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#Person1#: Shall I punch out for you, Ross? I am leaving now.
#Person2#: No, thanks. I have got to work overtime.
#Person1#: But today is Friday. You are not going to work overtime on Friday evening, are you?
#Person2#: Well, I am. I'll have to finish this report for next Monday's meeting. Is Tom coming to pick you up?
#Person1#: No. We'll meet at my house. He invited my family to spend the weekend with his family at their villa.
#Person2#: That's nice. Where is his villa?
#Person1#: It's not his villa, but his father's. I think it's somewhere in Florida. I am not sure myself.
#Person2#: Sometimes I envy you a lot. Tom is a good guy.
#Person1#: Come on. You just haven't met the right person and I think that you work too much. You should learn how to entertain yourself and enjoy life.
#Person2#: I know, but I am a work maniac.
#Person1#: Well, suit yourself. I've got to run now.
#Person2#: Have a nice weekend.
#Person1#: You too. Oh, I forgot to tell you one thing. A girl called this afternoon. She said she was your ex-girlfriend. She wanted you to call her back.
#Person2#: Did she mention anything else?
#Person1#: No, nothing else. See you Monday.
#Person2#: See you.
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#Person1# asks if Ross wants her to punch out for him. Ross refuses because he needs to work overtime. Then Ross asks about #Person1#'s boyfriend and admires their relationship. #Person1# comforts him. Then, #Person1# tells Ross his ex-girlfriend called him this afternoon.
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train_3833
|
#Person1#: Hey, Daniel, how's it going?
#Person2#: Hey, Daddy, today I had really a fantastic history class.
#Person1#: Wow, it's so strange for you to say things like that. What had happened?
#Person2#: We've learnt the story of Zheng He Sailing to West Ocean. He is a real great navigator.
#Person1#: Did your teacher tell you the route he took?
#Person2#: Yeah, he, with his fleet, came across the Indian Ocean, and arrived at the east coast of Africa.
#Person1#: Great, do you still remember when he started his voyage?
#Person2#: Of course, that is from 1405 to 1433, which is in Ming dynasty.
#Person1#: Good, by the way, do you finish reading the book Robinson Crusoe I've bought for you?
#Person2#: Not yet, you know I have a lot of homework to do.
#Person1#: You should speed up, because the story of Robinson can give you a better understanding about what you learned today.
#Person2#: OK, great Daddy, after supper, I'll embark on it.
#Person1#: That's my boy! Wait, Daniel, when is Pirates of the Caribbean on?
#Person2#: Is it about Captain Jack Sparrow, who wants to find the treasure on the sea?
#Person1#: Exactly, now, tell me the time.
#Person2#: I won't tell you, unless you promise to let me watch it with you.
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Danial tells his father he learned the story of Zheng He Sailing to West Ocean and likes it a lot. His father asks him to read Robinson Crusoe because it helps him to understand Zheng He better.
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train_3834
|
#Person1#: Have you seen Dan the Bear?
#Person2#: No, I haven't.
#Person1#: Oh, well, he supposed to give his performance in 10 minutes. All the kids are waiting for him to sing.
#Person2#: Maybe he's out by the fish tank, giving away balloons and talking with the dolphin trainers. Did you check there?
#Person1#: Yes, I did, but they said they hadn't seen him. If you see him, please tell him that he's needed on the small stage as soon as possible.
#Person2#: OK. I'll send a radio message out to all of the security officers and have them look for him. I'm sure he's on his way right now.
#Person1#: Great. Thank you so much for your help. Will I see you at the bar after work tonight?
#Person2#: Yes, but a bit later. I want to get a haircut and change clothes first.
#Person1#: Great. I'll buy you a drink if you can get Dan the Bear on stage on time.
#Person2#: OK. It's a deal.
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#Person1# is looking for Dan the Bear because he's supposed to give his performance in 10 minutes. #Person2# promises to help to look for him.
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train_3835
|
#Person1#: Lucy, did anyone call while I was out?
#Person2#: Yes, there was a Mr. Turner calling this morning.
#Person1#: What did he say?
#Person2#: He said that your suit was done.
#Person1#: Ah, good! I ordered a suit from his shop last week.
#Person2#: Yes, he said he would be waiting for you this afternoon.
#Person1#: Oh, dear. I have a meeting this afternoon.
#Person2#: Don't worry. I can get the suit for you.
#Person1#: You are so kind. Oh, here is the money.
#Person2#: OK. Where is the shop?
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Lucy tells #Person1# Mr. Turner has called since #Person1#'s suit is done. #Person1# is busy so Lucy will fetch it for #Person1#.
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train_3836
|
#Person1#: Excuse me, may I ask you some questions?
#Person2#: Go ahead, please.
#Person1#: I hear that you are going to put on a new play soon. I'd like to know about what you do in the play. Could you explain exactly what you do?
#Person2#: OK, it's a comedy. The director asked me to play the part of a young lady. We are very busy practicing.
#Person1#: When will the play be put on?
#Person2#: We plan to put it on next week.
#Person1#: How do you enjoy your work?
#Person2#: Very much, but we have to practice a lot. We practice the movements and try to remember the lines.
#Person1#: What do you plan to do after this play?
#Person2#: I intend to take part in a film and I'll try to work as a director.
#Person1#: I wish you a lot of success.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
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#Person1# is interviewing #Person2#. #Person2# will play the part of a young lady in a comedy and intends to take part in a film and try to as a director after this play.
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train_3837
|
#Person1#: How important are friends to you, Bill?
#Person2#: That's kind of a strange question for this setting. Don't you think so?
#Person1#: Well, the teacher hasn't come in yet, class hasn't begun and I was just wondering about it. So what do you think about friends?
#Person2#: I've never regarded them as particularly important. Perhaps that's because I come from a big family, two brothers and three sisters, and lots of cousins. That's what's really important to me. What about you?
#Person1#: My situation, you know, is different. So I have different ideas. To me, friendship is being most important thing in life. It's more important even than love. If you love someone, you can always fall out of love again. And that can lead to a lot of hurt feelings and bitterness. But a good friend is a friend for life.
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Bill thinks friends are not so important while #Person1# thinks friendship is the most important thing in life.
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train_3838
|
#Person1#: I can't decide which classes to take. I don't like any of the ones I've signed up for and two of the ones I really have to take are at the same time.
#Person2#: Pass me the course schedule book. Which classes are at the same time?
#Person1#: Biology 201 and introduction to chemistry. The both required classes.
#Person2#: Let's find out if either of them is offered next semester. Look here, the chemistry classes. You can just take it in the spring.
#Person1#: Yes, that's true and the biology class is in a series so I need to take 201 this semester. The only problem with taking chemistry next semester is that it meets every day at 8:00 AM.
#Person2#: What's wrong with that? Is that too early for you?
#Person1#: Not too early, but I was trying not to take classes on Fridays. I want to work in the lab that whole day. I might be able to work for one of my professors.
#Person2#: Maybe you can start work after the class is over. It's only an hour lecture. I'm sure the professor will understand.
#Person1#: I hope so.
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The two courses #Person1# needs to take are at the same time. #Person2# suggests #Person1# take one of them next semester. #Person1# then finds it clashes with his potential work at the lab next semester. #Person2# suggests #Person1# go to the lab after the class.
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train_3839
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#Person1#: Ma'am, 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've not finished yet. When I came out of the changing room,a third employee, 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 purchase.
#Person2#: Well, that's the least you can do.
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#Person2# complains to the manager that she received terrible service. #Person1# promises to deal with it and will give her 50% off.
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train_3840
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#Person1#: Hi. Today, I am the interviewer for your visa application.
#Person2#: OK. Here is my application form and all the documents.
#Person1#: Can you tell me why do you want a visa to America?
#Person2#: Because I want to have a view of the exotic landscapes to extend my views and understanding of the world.
#Person1#: OK. Do you plan to go to America all by yourself or with your family?
#Person2#: Myself.
#Person1#: Have you finished all you preparation?
#Person2#: Yes. Everything is ready.
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#Person2# wants a visa to America to have a view of the exotic landscapes on #Person2#'s own.
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train_3841
|
#Person1#: Try it on in front of the mirror.
#Person2#: Well, I think the color is a little too bright.
#Person1#: We have darker ones. Do you like the style?
#Person2#: Yes. What's this made of and how to wash it?
#Person1#: lt's made of silk and you had better wash it by hand in cold water.
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#Person2#'s trying on a certain product with #Person1#'s assistance but #Person2# wants a darker one.
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train_3842
|
#Person1#: Do you think we can go driving right now?
#Person2#: Yeah, sure. Let's go.
#Person1#: Buckle up.
#Person2#: All right. Now what?
#Person1#: Now you put the key in the ignition and start the car.
#Person2#: Which direction should I take?
#Person1#: Make a left on this next street.
#Person2#: Tell me how far to go.
#Person1#: Keep going until I tell you to stop.
#Person2#: Okay, but let me know ahead of time.
#Person1#: That's all for today, so park right there.
#Person2#: That was great. Thanks for taking me driving.
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#Person1# takes #Person2# for a driving and instructs #Person2# how to drive.
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train_3843
|
#Person1#: How are you today?
#Person2#: Great, thanks.
#Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: I would actually like to view the apartment for rent today.
#Person1#: I ' m sorry, but you won ' t be able to view it today.
#Person2#: Why not?
#Person1#: You have to make an appointment first.
#Person2#: Oh, okay. Can I do that right now?
#Person1#: Is this Friday okay?
#Person2#: Is 6 o ' clock Friday evening okay?
#Person1#: Yes, I will schedule you for that time.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. See you then.
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#Person2# wants to view the apartment for rent today but #Person1# asks #Person2# to make an appointment first.
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train_3844
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#Person1#: Do you know how to drive?
#Person2#: I'm a great driver.
#Person1#: Could you teach me how to drive?
#Person2#: Have you gotten your learner's permit?
#Person1#: Yes, I have my learner's permit.
#Person2#: Have you ever been behind the wheel?
#Person1#: I've only driven a car one time.
#Person2#: You do know all the controls in the car, don't you?
#Person1#: I know them.
#Person2#: Tell me when you want me to teach you.
#Person1#: We can do it when you have some time.
#Person2#: I'm not busy tomorrow. Call me then.
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#Person1# requests #Person2# to teach #Person1# to drive. #Person2# ensures that #Person1#'s gotten the learner's permit and agrees.
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train_3845
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#Person1#: Hello, may I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to have this parcel delivered to Shanghai.
#Person1#: Oh, we only take care of mail. For parcels, you can go to the next window.
#Person2#: Thanks!. . . Hello, I have a parcel to deliver.
#Person1#: Where do you need it to be delivered to?
#Person2#: I want to post it to Shanghai.
#Person1#: OK, please fill out this form.
#Person2#: Sure, what's the postcode of Shanghai?
#Person1#: Wait a moment, let me check it out for you. It's 200085.
#Person2#: Thanks, here you go. What's the postage, please?
#Person1#: Hold on, let me put it on the scale. It weighs up to 10kg and that will be 30 Yuan, please.
#Person2#: Ten kg! Dear Shirley must have put a lead ball in it!
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#Person2# wants to have a parcel delivered to Shanghai. The parcel is so heavy that #Person1# charges 30 Yuan for that.
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train_3846
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#Person1#: What can I help you with today?
#Person2#: I have a problem.
#Person1#: What is the problem?
#Person2#: I wrote a check for $ 100 and it bounced.
#Person1#: Do you have enough money in your account?
#Person2#: I think so.
#Person1#: Let me check that for you right now.
#Person2#: Okay. Thank you.
#Person1#: Apparently there is only $ 57 left in your account.
#Person2#: You can't be serious!
#Person1#: That's what my records show.
#Person2#: I see. Thanks for your help.
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#Person2# wrote a check and it bounced. #Person1# finds #Person2# doesn't have enough money in the account.
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train_3847
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#Person1#: can I use your laptop for a while?
#Person2#: sure, go ahead.
#Person1#: oh, isn't your computer Wi-Fi capable?
#Person2#: yes, it is. You want go online? there are no wi-fi hotspots around.
#Person1#: oh my, no internet access is killing me.
#Person2#: can't you wait till you get home? then you can surf the internet using the broadband, wireless connection or whatever you like.
#Person1#: no, I'm not feeling myself. I just want to check my emails, visit my favorite websites and chat with my friends.
#Person2#: now I see, you must be suffering from discomgoogolation.
#Person1#: what does that mean? there's nothing wrong with me.
#Person2#: well, the term ' discomgoogolation ' comes from ' discombobulate ' and ' google '. Because floods of information are just a mouse click away, net users are very likely to become addicted to the web.
#Person1#: that's alright. I just can't bear losing track of all the latest information. It almost drives me crazy.
#Person2#: then, you're probably addicted.
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#Person1# wants to check #Person1#'s emails so much that #Person1# borrows #Person2#'s laptop and can't even wait until #Person1# gets home. #Person2# thinks #Person1# is addicted to the web.
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train_3848
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#Person1#: Come on, Tara. Let's go up to the window and buy two tickets. The movie is starting in a few minutes.
#Person2#: We can't break into the line. Don't be so impatient. We'll be at the front of the line soon.
#Person1#: Two tickets, please. How much are they?
#Person2#: Oh no, Ari. I didn't mean for you to pay for me when I invited you to go tonight. Let's go Dutch. I'll pay my own way. I insist.
#Person1#: I'm looking forward to this film. I read a good review of it in this morning's newspaper.
#Person2#: Me, too. It will be great to see something light and funny for a change. I'm tired of heavy drama.
#Person1#: Are these seats okay?
#Person2#: They're fine, but I can't watch a movie without popcorn.
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Tara asks Ari to be patient in the line to buy movie tickets and she insists on going Dutch. They both look forward to the film.
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train_3849
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#Person1#: hello! How are you today?
#Person2#: hi. I'm feeling very nervous. I just had a test and I'm not sure how well or how badly I did.
#Person1#: it's not use worrying about it now. you'Ve done test and you can't change any of your answers.
#Person2#: that's true. I really should go home and prepare for the next test, but I'm feeling tired.
#Person1#: let's go and get a coffee together. That will help you to wake up again!
#Person2#: ok. I feel like sitting down and having a chat. How have you been recently?
#Person1#: oh, you know me. I'm always happy! If I think I'm getting into a bad mood, I call some friends and socialize or have a chat.
#Person2#: that's a good idea. I usually just sit at home alone and get increasingly moody.
#Person1#: I hate spending too much time at home. I get bored of it really quickly. I'm always excited about going out to party or other social event and meeting people.
#Person2#: perhaps I'm being too shy. I should go out more too and not spend time worrying about tests!
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#Person2# is nervous about the test #Person1# had, so #Person1# suggests getting a coffee together. #Person2# thinks #Person2# should go out more like #Person1# to make #Person2# happy.
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train_3850
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#Person1#: Hi, I haven't seen you in a while.
#Person2#: Yes, it has been a long time!
#Person1#: How long has it been since we last saw each other?
#Person2#: I think that we last saw each other two years ago.
#Person1#: What have you been doing for the past two years?
#Person2#: I have been going to graduate school at USC.
#Person1#: What are you majoring in?
#Person2#: I am studying international communications.
#Person1#: You should easily be able to find a job with that major.
#Person2#: I am counting on being able to get a good job.
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#Person1# and #Person2# haven't seen each other for two years. #Person2# tells #Person1# what #Person2#'s been doing recently.
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train_3851
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#Person1#: If you wanna keep healthy, you must give up smoking. It's extremely bad for your health, you know.
#Person2#: I know it's not good for me, but the problem is I just can't help it.
#Person1#: Well, I've got an idea, put the label cancer sticks on each pack of cigarettes, and read it before you smoke. It may give you a feeling to reduce it.
#Person2#: I'll try.
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#Person1# suggests #Person2# quit smoking by putting the label caner sticks on each pack of cigarettes.
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train_3852
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#Person1#: Would you please make a skirt for me with this material please?
#Person2#: What kind of style do you want?
#Person1#: I like miniskirt.
#Person2#: Now let me take your measurements.
#Person1#: When can I get it?
#Person2#: Three days later.
#Person1#: Thank you, see you then.
#Person2#: Bye-bye.
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#Person1# asks #Person2# to make a miniskirt for #Person1# with a particular material.
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train_3853
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#Person1#: Shall we have some soup first?
#Person2#: No, thank you. I don't like soup. I'd rather have some fruit juice to start with.
#Person1#: Ok, and what about the main course? Which would you rather have fish or meat?
#Person2#: Meat, I think.
#Person1#: Don't you like fish then?
#Person2#: I do, but I want meat.
#Person1#: Shall we have some white wine then?
#Person2#: Yes, but I prefer red wine with meat.
#Person1#: What would you like for dessert?
#Person2#: I just want to have a coffee, I think.
#Person1#: Fine, and after dinner, shall we go to a disco?
#Person2#: No, thanks. I'd like to go straight home. I'm very tired.
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#Person1# and #Person2# are discussing what to order for dinner.
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train_3854
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#Person1#: Mom, I want to get a motorcycle. Is that all right with you?
#Person2#: You mean a murder cycle? Did you know more cyclists die in accidents than motorists?
#Person1#: Mom! I'll wear a helmet and I'll drive sane. I promise.
#Person2#: I'll tell you what. You can get a motorcycle on one condition.
#Person1#: What's that?
#Person2#: You spend two weeks with dad in his ambulance as an EMT trainee and volunteer at the emergency room for one month.
#Person1#: And after that?
#Person2#: After that, we'll let you decide if you still want a murder, I mean motorcycle.
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#Person1# wants a motorcycle. #Person2# thinks it's dangerous and wants #Person1# to see the accidents in the ambulance and at the emergency room first.
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train_3855
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#Person1#: This is our main service area. We do all the routine services here and have two full-time mechanics.
#Person2#: How often do you service the vans?
#Person1#: They're serviced regularly. We give them a basic service every 10, 000 km or so and a main service once a year, or every 100, 000 km.
#Person2#: I see. What does the service involve?
#Person1#: Well, the same as for private vehicles really, but we do it more often because they get a lot of wear and tear.
#Person2#: Can you carry out major repairs here?
#Person1#: Yes, we've got all the necessary equipment. We can give the engines a major overhaul. If there's a serious problem, we strip down the engine and find the faulty component. Would you like to look around?
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#Person1# introduces their main service area to #Person2# and tells #Person2# about their service.
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train_3856
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#Person1#: I'll have sole, then.
#Person2#: All right. How about other guests?
#Person1#: The rest of us will have this today's special, please.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: I'm sorry but I ordered sole, not the same as the others. Will you change it?
#Person2#: I'm afraid we have no more sole.
#Person1#: Then, I'll have this pork cute instead.
#Person2#: Certainly. Just a moment, sir.
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#Person1# orders today's special for other guests and sole for himself, but #Person2# has no more sole, so he orders pork cute.
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train_3857
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#Person1#: As an existing banker, that will speed up the process. You said you had the documents with you?
#Person2#: That's right. Here you go.
#Person1#: Before I verify those, I need you to fill in some forms. Then, as I said, I need to see valid credentials, your occupation and income details. . .
#Person2#: OK, as I expected. How much will you allow me to borrow? I mean, I don't need a massive sum of money.
#Person1#: You are authorized to borrow up to 20, 000 RIB, with a repayment period of up to 1 year.
#Person2#: That'll be enough, and the repayment period sounds good to me.
#Person1#: We can also look at your current credit status and adjust the interest accordingly.
#Person2#: How soon before this goes through?
#Person1#: If you sort out all of the paperwork today, you could have your loan by the end of the week.
#Person2#: Perfect. So, I guess my next job is to go to the newsagent and buy some car magazines. Thanks for everything.
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#Person1# tells #Person2# to fill in some forms and asks for valid credentials. #Person1# will give #Person2# the loan by the end of the week if #Person2# sorts out all of the paperwork today.
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train_3858
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#Person1#: Help me organize these coins.
#Person2#: That's a lot of money! What did you do? Break the piggy bank?
#Person1#: Yeah, I'm gonna go to the bank and change it for bills, but first I have to separate them into little piles.
#Person2#: Ok, I'll find all the quarters and dimes while you sort the nickels and pennies.
#Person1#: Great, then we can add everything up and take it to the bank.
#Person2#: I found some coins that are not from here.
#Person1#: Oh yeah, those are from my trip to London. I have a couple of different pence, but in all it won't add up to one pound.
#Person2#: Are you sure the bank will change these coins for you?
#Person1#: Hopefully!
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#Person1# asks #Person2# to help organize the coins. #Person1#will take it to the bank and change it for bills.
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