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train_4759 | #Person1#: Hello. This is Bell Canada. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Hi. This is Amy Yang. I'm calling for a home phone cancellation. I'm moving out next month.
#Person1#: Okay. What day would you want your home phone cancelled?
#Person2#: The end of this month.
#Person1#: All right. I'll do it for you by then. Anything else?
#Person2#: No, thanks.
#Person1#: Bye. | #Person1# from Bell Canada will make a home phone cancellation for Amy. |
train_4760 | #Person1#: Could you show me how to operate this fax machine? I am going to receive some urgent fax from a company.
#Person2#: Of course. Let me check it. Firstly, don't be frustrated about all the buttons on it.
#Person1#: That's right.
#Person2#: After overcoming these buttons, you should check whether there is any paper in the machine, you must make sure this.
#Person1#: I couldn't agree more.
#Person2#: And then prepare what you want to receive. If you want to send a photograph, you must copy one.
#Person1#: What can I do next?
#Person2#: The next thing you should do is to wait. The sender will give you the fax.
#Person1#: Look. Some of the faxes come through blurred. What is wrong with it?
#Person2#: Maybe we should call its after-service man. | #Person2# shows #Person1# how to operate the fax machine but some of the faxes come through blurred. #Person2# suggests calling the after-service man. |
train_4761 | #Person1#: Nick! How's it going?
#Person2#: Oh, hey. . .
#Person1#: What are you doing in this neighbourhood? Do you live around here?
#Person2#: Actually, my office is right around the corner.
#Person1#: It was great to meet you last week at the conference. I really enjoyed our conversation about foreign investment.
#Person2#: Yeah, yeah, it was really interesting. You know, I'm in a bit of a hurry, but here's my card. We should definitely meet up again and continue our discussion.
#Person1#: Sure, you still have my contact details, right?
#Person2#: You know what, this is really embarrassing, but your name has just slipped my mind. Can you remind me?
#Person1#: Sure, my name is Ana Ferris. Don't worry about it, it happens to me all the time. I'm terrible with names too. | Ana Ferris meets Nick by chance and reminds him of their conversation about foreign investment. Nick gives Ana his card but embarrassingly tells her he forgot her name. |
train_4762 | #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! | #Person1# and #Person2# think the funeral is nice. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'ll give a nice speech at #Person1# funeral. |
train_4763 | #Person1#: How do you like waltz?
#Person2#: It's very nice, I like it very much.
#Person1#: May I invite you for the first dance?
#Person2#: My pleasure. But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer.
#Person1#: In fact, I took up dancing quite recently, too.
#Person2#: Oh, really? But you're doing the tango wonderfully well.
#Person1#: I'm glad you say so, you dance beautifully too. It's lucky that I got a partner.
#Person2#: Thank you for your compliments. It's just that you are a good leader. Do you like the samba and waltz?
#Person1#: Yes. And what dances do you like best?
#Person2#: Waltz is my favorite. I like it better than any other dances.
#Person1#: Oh, the music has stopped. Thank you for the dance.
#Person2#: My pleasure. Let's go and have a drink.
#Person1#: Fine. | #Person1# invites #Person2# for the first dance. They compliment each other's dancing and talk about their favorite dances. |
train_4764 | #Person1#: Sometimes you look like brains, and sometimes you are simple a Barbie Doll.
#Person2#: I don't know whether I am a Barbie Doll or you are one.
#Person1#: Maybe I am a Barbie Doll, but I won't do Barbie Doll things.
#Person2#: Well, I am not going to flog a dead horse. Let get down to our brass tasks and tidy these things up. | #Person1# satirizes #Person2# but #Person2# doesn't want to fight and suggests finishing their brass tasks. |
train_4765 | #Person1#: Just remember. The main thing right now is to make sure Stars.com is happy.
#Person2#: Right. You're right. But she's just evil. Someone should drive a stake through her heart.
#Person1#: Elvin, please. Can I count on you to keep your cool for a week, or not?
#Person2#: I'm OK. I'll be fine. I will be cool. I'm cold. I'm like ice. She won't know what hit her.
#Person1#: By the way, how's the nose? Boy, that must have hurt. | #Person1# cautions Elvin to make sure Stars. com is happy and keep cool for a week. |
train_4766 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, madam. May I help you?
#Person2#: Do you have some new perfume?
#Person1#: I am sorry, madam. I didn't hear you. It's too noisy here. Could you please say it again?
#Person2#: Well, I wanna buy some new perfume.
#Person1#: Would you please wait a minute? I will get one for you at once.
#Person2#: That's all right.
#Person1#: Here you are.
#Person2#: Can I open it?
#Person1#: Yes, certainly, madam.
#Person2#: It smells sweet.
#Person1#: Yes, it is. This perfume just arrived yesterday, and it's the latest products of Chanel.
#Person2#: Really? How much is it?
#Person1#: 55 dollars, madam.
#Person2#: Ok, I will take two bottles.
#Person1#: Thank you. Do you need something else?
#Person2#: No, thanks. | #Person2# purchases two bottles of Chanel's latest products of perfume at the cost of $55 per bottle with #Person1#'s assistance. |
train_4767 | #Person1#: Excuse me, sir, the toilet in my room doesn't flush.
#Person2#: I am sorry, sir. Can you tell me your room number?
#Person1#: 812.
#Person2#: Is there anything else I can do for you?
#Person1#: The tap is always driving. I can't sleep well.
#Person2#: OK, we will send a repairman to your room right now. | #Person2#'ll send a repairman to #Person1#'s room to fix the toilet and the tap. |
train_4768 | #Person1#: I am checking out. Here is the key to my room.
#Person2#: Thank you. I'll just print out your receipt, and then you're free to go. Here you go!
#Person1#: Thanks.
#Person2#: If you don't mind me asking, how did you enjoy your stay at New York Hotel?
#Person1#: This hotel could use some insecticide, but my time in New York was thoroughly delightful.
#Person2#: That's very honest of you. Rest assured that this hotel will have no insects next time. | #Person1# checks out with #Person2#'s assistance and suggests this hotel to use some insecticide. |
train_4769 | #Person1#: If I remember correctly, time of delivery is another point on which we differ.
#Person2#: That's right. Let's go into the details.
#Person1#: Ok. I hope you can have these goods delivered before the end of Sep. We'd like them to be there in time for our Christmas sales.
#Person2#: Christmas doesn't come until almost the end of the year, right?
#Person1#: But in the United States the Christmas season begins about a month before Dec. 25.
#Person2#: Well. I am afraid it will be difficult for us to advance the time of shipment. Our manufacturers are fully committed at the moment.
#Person1#: I hope you'll try to get them to step up production.
#Person2#: As new orders keep pouring in, the workers are working three shifts to step up production.
#Person1#: If that's the case, there is nothing more to be said.
#Person2#: I am sorry.
#Person1#: What's your last word as to the date then?
#Person2#: I said by the middle of Oct. This is the best we can promise.
#Person1#: All right. I'll take you at your word.
#Person2#: Good. Let's call it a deal. We will do our best to advance the shipment, but your L / C should be opened early Sep.
#Person1#: I promise. | #Person1# hopes #Person2# can have the goods delivered before the end of September. but #Person2# tells #Person1# it'll be difficult to advance the time of shipment. They finally reach an agreement on the date by the middle of October. |
train_4770 | #Person1#: How many people are traveling with you today, miss?
#Person2#: Just me. I'm traveling alone.
#Person1#: And how many bags do you have?
#Person2#: Just one carry-on and one that I want to check.
#Person1#: You must be going to some island to relax in the sun where all you need is a swim suit and a toothbrush.
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: Well, you have fun.
#Person2#: I will have fun. | #Person2# tells #Person1# she's travelling alone. #Person1# checks the bag and lets her go. |
train_4771 | #Person1#: Let me suggest this one. It's an excellent watch, it looks good, and it's only $ 100.
#Person2#: Hmm. That's not too bad. Does it have a stopwatch?
#Person1#: Uh, no. Analog watches don't come with stopwatches. You'll have to get a digital if you want a stopwatch.
#Person2#: Oh. I see. Where are your digital watches?
#Person1#: Right here.
#Person2#: I don't like this kind as much. Never mind the stopwatch then. I'll take that other one. Do you take checks?
#Person1#: Yes. Make it out to Time After Time.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person2# at first wants a watch with a stopwatch but later buys an analog watch by check with #Person1#'s assistance. |
train_4772 | #Person1#: Good evening.
#Person2#: Good evening. My wife and I would like a room, please. Is there any room available? We don't have a reservation.
#Person1#: Let me see. Yes, we have one room left. You're lucky. It's the last one.
#Person2#: Good. We're tired after driving all day, and we're looking forward to relaxing in a comfortable room.
#Person1#: This room has two double beds. It's number 56 at the rear of the motel. It's quite a comfortable room.
#Person2#: How much is it for one night? We only need it for tonight. We're going to continue our trip in the morning.
#Person1#: It's forty-five dollars a night for two. Is anyone else traveling with you?
#Person2#: No, it's just the two of us.
#Person1#: Would you like to pay for the room in cash or with a credit card?
#Person2#: Credit card. We don't like to carry much cash with us on our trips.
#Person1#: Please fill out this registration card. Here is your key. You can park your car in front of our room. Check - out time is noon.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: Thank you, sir. Enjoy your stay with us. | #Person1# checks in with his wife without a reservation for a double room at the cost of $45 and pays for the room by credit card with the help of #Person2#. |
train_4773 | #Person1#: To get around your difficulty, Mr. Smith. I'd suggest that you reduce your order by half. You can send in an additional order later.
#Person2#: Well, I'll consider the possibility. By the way, when do I have to open the L / C if I want the goods to be delivered in June.
#Person1#: A month before the time you want the goods to be delivered.
#Person2#: Could you possibly effect shipment more promptly?
#Person1#: Getting the goods ready, making out the documents and booking the shipping space, all this takes time you know. You cannot expect us to make delivery in less than a month.
#Person2#: Very well, Mr. Zhang. I'll not reduce my order. I'll take the full quantity you offer. And I'll arrange for the L / C to be opened in your favor as soon as I get home.
#Person1#: When will that be?
#Person2#: Early next month. In the meantime, I should be very pleased if you would get everything ready. I hope that the goods can be dispatched promptly after you get my L / C.
#Person1#: You can rest assured of that. | Mr. Zhang suggests Mr.Smith reduce his order and tells him he should open the L / C before the time of the delivery, but Mr. Smith won't reduce his order and will arrange for the L / C to be opened as soon as he gets home. |
train_4774 | #Person1#: First of all, thank you for accepting this job.
#Person2#: It's my pleasure.
#Person1#: What are your salary expectations?
#Person2#: Would you please tell me about your pay skill first?
#Person1#: We'll offer you a monthly salary to begin with, in addition, we offer one percent commission and all your sales. You also enjoy life insurance and health insurance. What's starting salary would you expect here?
#Person2#: They sum my skills and experience. I'd like to start it with 4000 yuan a month.
#Person1#: That sounds reasonable.
#Person2#: Do I have paid vacation?
#Person1#: Yes, you have 2 weeks paid vacation a year, and you get it additional week after 4 years, and then again, after 9 years if you decide to stay that long, we promote from within based on performance, so there is an excellent chance that you could become a sales manager or even a region manager. | #Person1# explains their pay skill to #Person2# and #Person2# wants to start with 4000 yuan a month, then #Person1# introduces their policy of paid vacation. |
train_4775 | #Person1#: Well, we've finally put the finishing touches on the training programs for next year. Here's a report showing the projected costs as well as the expected return on investment.
#Person2#: Return on investment? How can you have a return on this kind of investment? Can you really calculate the value of these training programs?
#Person1#: Sure! It's not a real figure, of course. It's just an estimate based on rehiring costs, and the potential lost revenue that results from incompetence.
#Person2#: Wow! I'm impressed. So, what's in the cards for future training? Will it be in-house or off-site?
#Person1#: A little of both. We'll have a few daylong sessions for things like business writing skills and software training. Those are available to everyone. We also have a variety of other programs
#Person2#: Yes, I see that here. . . continuing education for the IT department, a time management course for accounting, and team building for sales. Anything planned for HR?
#Person1#: A holiday, I hope! No, really, we are looking into some courses on motivational techniques. We'll add them to the list when we choose a lecturer. | #Person1# explains to #Person2# the report showing the projected costs and the expected return on investment and introduces the plans for future training. |
train_4776 | #Person1#: I'll try one of these on. ( The customer tries one of the shoes on. ) It's too big. It slides up and down my heel when I walk around.
#Person2#: Well, let's try a size ten. ( He gets another pair and the customer tries a shoe on. ) Looks like a perfect fit.
#Person1#: Not really. It pinches my toes.
#Person2#: I'm sure they'll be fine once you break them in.
#Person1#: I don't know. . . well, I guess I'll take them, since you don't seem to have anything better.
#Person2#: Thank you, ma'am. It's been a pleasure doing business with you. | #Person1# tries on two pairs of shoes and decides to take the latter with #Person2#'s assistance. |
train_4777 | #Person1#: Do you think chinese families have changed much in the last 50 years?
#Person2#: I think families everywhere have changed a lot in the last 5 decades.
#Person1#: What do you think is the biggest change?
#Person2#: Well, in the past, three or four generations would live together under the same roof. Nowadays, living in the same city as one's relatives is becoming rare.
#Person1#: That's true. You know, some husbands and wives don't even live in the same city any more.
#Person2#: Would you consider having your parents live with you when they get older?
#Person1#: I guess I'm a bit old-fashioned. I'd rather have my parents live with me than live in a retirement room.
#Person2#: That's very respectable, but I could never live with my parents. I usually only see them at our christmas celebration, and that's enough!
#Person1#: How about your other siblings? Do they spend a lot of time with your parents?
#Person2#: Two of my sisters still live at home, even though they have already graduated from university and have good jobs. They enjoy spending their free time with my parents. I guess in that respect, I'm the black sheep of the family.
#Person1#: I see. Do your parents ever ask you to come home to visit them more often?
#Person2#: They're always asking me to come home, but I think our relationship is better if we keep a distance from each other. Whenever we see each other, all we do is fight. | #Person2# thinks the biggest change of Chinese families is that family members rarely live together now. #Person1# would like to live with #Person1#'s parents while #Person2# prefers keeping a distance from parents and seeing them occasionally. |
train_4778 | #Person1#: Can I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Hello, may I make an appointment for sometime early this afternoon?
#Person1#: I'm sorry. All the appointments are filled.
#Person2#: Oh, what a pity. I'd like to see the doctor as soon as possible. I have a sharp pain in my chest.
#Person1#: Let me see. . . Perhaps I could fit you in at five thirty.
#Person2#: Five thirty? I have a dinner appointment at six.
#Person1#: What about tomorrow morning, then?
#Person2#: No. I can't wait. I feel awful. The dinner appointment has to be canceled.
#Person1#: I guess it can't be helped.
#Person2#: You are right. Did you say 5:30? I'll make a note of it. Fine.
#Person1#: All right, then. See you this afternoon.
#Person2#: How kind of you! Good-bye. | #Person2# wants to make an appointment for sometime early this afternoon but all the appointments are filled. #Person1# suggests five-thirty and tomorrow morning. #Person2# accepts the former time. |
train_4779 | #Person1#: I'd like to speak to Mr. Johnson, please.
#Person2#: This is Mr. Johnson.
#Person1#: Oh, hello. This is Erica Stone. My living room window was broken this afternoon. Can you repair it?
#Person2#: Sure. I can come over tomorrow afternoon. Is that OK?
#Person1#: Could you come over now?
#Person2#: OK, I'll come over and take a look in a little while.
#Person1#: You charge about $100, don't you?
#Person2#: Usually, if it's a small window. Didn't I repair a window for you a few weeks ago? Oh, and your children have broken the window again? Were they playing ball in the house?
#Person1#: Well, I told them not to do that any more. This time I broke it. I was practicing my volleyball.
#Person2#: Oh, you did, did you?
#Person1#: Yes, you're right. | Erica Stone phones Mr.Johnson to repair the broken window now. Mr. Johnson remembers having repaired a window broken by her children which was actually broken by Erica. |
train_4780 | #Person1#: So what's the matter with you then?
#Person2#: Oh, nothing. I'm just a bit led up really.
#Person1#: Why's that? I thought you were pleased about the new job and going to London.
#Person2#: I am, I am. It's just that I've bean here for so long in this town and it's hard to think of anywhere else as home. You know the worst thing will be not being able to take a walk with the dog whenever I feel like it.
#Person1#: Yes, I can understand that. But I'm sure once you are settled in you'll be fine.
#Person2#: Sure, but you know it's not the same as being here. I've got friends here, I know where the local shops and cinemas are and of course I've got you to look after me!
#Person1#: Well, Tim, is that all you'll miss me for? Doing your washing and ironing...?
#Person2#: No, of course not, Mum. There's your cooking as well!
#Person1#: Thanks a lot, Tim. Anyway when are you leaving?
#Person2#: Tomorrow evening, I've got Simon to give me a lift with all my stuff. It's a pity he's not working in London.
#Person1#: That's good of your brother. And the job?
#Person2#: I start on Monday. I don't know whether to wear a suit or not. What do you think?
#Person1#: Probably a good idea on your first day.
#Person2#: I suppose so. I can't bear wearing suits.
#Person1#: You look great in a suit.
#Person2#: Oh, Mum, do you have to say things like that?
#Person1#: Yes, I'm here to say the most embarrassing things to my teenage son. Anyway, it's only a summer job. You'll be back in a couple of months.
#Person2#: True. Thanks Mum. Can I borrow your laptop? It would be so useful.
#Person1#: Tim.
#Person2#: Only joking, Mum! | Tim's going to London for a summer job and he feels upset about leaving his hometown and his family. His mother comforts him that he'll soon be fine and suggests he wear suits on his first day. |
train_4781 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, would you please find a room for our business meeting?
#Person1#: Certainly, sir. How many people do you have?
#Person2#: Well, about 10.
#Person1#: Fine. We have a conference room which can seat up to 20 people.
#Person2#: That's great. What about the charge?
#Person1#: It is 90 RMB per hour. There is no minimum charge. Do you want to book it?
#Person2#: Yes, I think so.
#Person1#: May I have your name and room number, please, sir?
#Person2#: Mr. Black, Room 1208.
#Person1#: Thank you, Mr. Black. How long will you be using the conference room?
#Person2#: We'll start at 10 o'clock tomorrow morning but I'm not sure when we'll finish.
#Person1#: No problem, Mr. Black. The room will be at your disposal then. | Mr. Black books a conference room for a business meeting tomorrow morning at the cost of 90 RMB per hour with #Person1#'s assistance. |
train_4782 | #Person1#: Sam, have you seen the pictures I took in Paris?
#Person2#: No, I haven't. Where are they?
#Person1#: Here are some. I took them at the Eiffel Tower last week.
#Person2#: How beautiful the Eiffel Tower is!
#Person1#: Yes, it is really beautiful.
#Person2#: And your pictures are wonderful,too. Did you have a good time in France?
#Person1#: Yes, I had a wonderful time there. Have you ever been to France?
#Person2#: No, I haven't. How do you like France, Kate?
#Person1#: It's great! I like the French people and food. I've made many French friends there. | Kate shows the pictures taken in Paris to Sam and tells him she had a wonderful time there. |
train_4783 | #Person1#: Hi, John, I haven't seen you for a few weeks.
#Person2#: Oh, hi, Mary. l've been studying a lot for my final exam.
#Person1#: Well, the term is almost over now.
#Person2#: Yeah. My brother is coming for a visit this summer, and we'd like to see some of the country. But traveling is so expensive.
#Person1#: Have you thought about camping? I think you'll really like it. You can rent the equipment you need. It's much cheaper than buying it or staying at a hotel.
#Person2#: What a good idea! We can drive until we find a nice spot and just camp wherever we like.
#Person1#: Well, not exactly. It's usually not allowed unless you camp in a pointed area. But there are many national parks and state parks owning camp grounds around the country.
#Person2#: But that takes all the fun out of it.
#Person1#: Not really. Besides, you'll find it easier and convenient to live at the camp grounds for you to take a shower or buy some food there. It's a good way to make new friends, too.
#Person2#: Sounds great! Here's my bus. I'll talk to you about this again and get all the details. | Mary meets John at a bus stop. John tells Mary he wants to see some of the country this summer but traveling is expensive. Mary suggests camping at some campgrounds and John gets interested. |
train_4784 | #Person1#: Are you looking forward to your trip to Canada, Julie? I hear you have planned it for a long time.
#Person2#: I can't wait to see Canada, Susan, but I'm somehow scared of the journey. My husband insists on flying but I want to sail. Planes make me nervous.
#Person1#: There's nothing to be frightened. How many planes fly across the Atlantic every day?
#Person2#: I've no idea. Hundreds, I suppose. But any accident in a flight will lead to tragedy.
#Person1#: And how often do you hear of a crash? Once or twice a year?
#Person2#: Yes, but planes fly so high and fast that once was enough.
#Person1#: Look, there are more road casualties per day than air deaths per year. Air transport is really safe compared with road transport.
#Person2#: I'd still prefer to go by sea. Ships may not travel fast and at least you can relax. I'd love a trip on a luxury liner like the Queen Elizabeth II.
#Person1#: It's fine if you're a good sailor. But have you ever traveled far in a rough sea?
#Person2#: No. I've only been in a boat once. I sailed down the River Thames on a sightseeing tour. But in many eases I'd rather to be sea - sick than dead. | Julie's going to visit Canada and she prefers sailing to flying as she worries about airline safety. Susan tries to persuade her that air transport is safe compared with road transport but Julie still prefers sailing. |
train_4785 | #Person1#: Today, we have Professor McKay on our morning talk show. Good morning, Professor McKay. I've heard that you and your team have just completed a report on old age.
#Person2#: That's right. Well, the report basically look into the various beliefs that people hold about old age and tries to prove them.
#Person1#: And what do you think your report can achieve?
#Person2#: We hope that it will somehow help people to change their feelings about old age. The problem is that far too many of us believe that most old people are poor, lonely, and unhappy. As a result, we tend to find old people, as a group, unattractive. And this is very dangerous for our society.
#Person1#: But surely we cannot escape the fact that many old people are lonely and many are sick.
#Person2#: No, we can't. But we must also remember that the proportion of such people is no greater among the 60-70 age group than among the 50-60 age group.
#Person1#: In other words, there is no more mental illness, for example, among the 60s-70s than among the 50s-60s.
#Person2#: Right!
#Person1#: Are people's mental abilities affected by old age?
#Person2#: Certain changes do take place as we grow older, but this happens throughout life. These changes are very gradual and happen at different times with different people, but, in general, if you know a person well in his middle age and have seen how he deals with events and problems, you will easily recognize him in an old age.
#Person1#: So that someone who enjoys new experiences, travel, education, and so on in his middle years will usually continue to do so into old age?
#Person2#: Exactly. | Professor McKay discusses with #Person1# about the report his team just completed on old age. Professor Mckay finds that old people as a group are unattractive and that someone who enjoys new experiences, travel, education, and so on in his middle years will usually continue to do so into old age. |
train_4786 | #Person1#: Taxi!
#Person2#: Yes, sir. Where to?
#Person1#: The city square, please.
#Person2#: Are you in a hurry?
#Person1#: Yes, I have to be there to meet a friend at 5 thirty pm. So we're sure we can get there on time?
#Person2#: I'm afraid not, sir. Generally we can, but you know how it is in the rush hour now.
#Person1#: I see. Here's the extra 5$ for you if you can get me there on time.
#Person2#: All right. I'll do my best.
#Person1#: Oh. we made it. Thank you. How much do I own you?
#Person2#: The reading on the kilometer is 12$.
#Person1#: Here's the money, keep the changes, please.
#Person2#: Do you need a receipt?
#Person1#: No, thank you. | #Person1# takes a taxi to the city square at 17:30 and offers #Person2# an extra 5$ for driving him there on time. |
train_4787 | #Person1#: Do you believe in UFO's?
#Person2#: Sure. A UFO is just a space vehicle from another planet. If you think about it, our space shuttles are UFOs.
#Person1#: I've never thought about it like that before.
#Person2#: I've seen photos of UFOs in America before, but they've all looked doctored up.
#Person1#: Do you think that there's life on other planets?
#Person2#: I think there must be.
#Person1#: Why is that?
#Person2#: I don't't think it would make sense if we were the only beings in this whole world. The world is just far too big for that.
#Person1#: Do you think that there's intelligent life trying to contact us?
#Person2#: No, but we're trying to contact them.
#Person1#: I suppose you're right.
#Person2#: I think that countries are working hard to find a planet that we can live on in the future so that when global warming destroys this planet, humankind will not become extinct.
#Person1#: Do you really think that global warming wil destroy Earth some day?
#Person2#: There's a lot of evidence that suggest it will, but I don't think it's going to happen any time soon. | #Person2# tells #Person1# what a UFO is and believes in its existence. #Person2# thinks countries are working hard to find a planet that we can live on in the future when global warming destroys the planet. |
train_4788 | #Person1#: Mary, how was your date with john?
#Person2#: it's ok. It seems we have a lot in common.
#Person1#: oh, really. That is great news. What does he look like?
#Person2#: he is tall and slim, fair-haired.
#Person1#: sounds like he is pretty cute. What do you think of him?
#Person2#: he is a nice guy and very considerate. I was impressed with how smart he was and he has a great sense of humor.
#Person1#: oh, it's love at first sight. When will you see each other again?
#Person2#: he didn't say, but he said he would call me.
#Person1#: maybe he is busy with his work. Just wait and try not to think about it too much!
#Person2#: oh, steve. Stop it! I am a bit nervous! What if he doesn't call?
#Person1#: come on, Mary, you're a total catch. I bet he will call you. Don't worry.
#Person2#: thank you, Steve. You're always so encouraging.
#Person1#: that's what friends are for. | Mary tells Steve that her date with John is OK and she's impressed by John, but she's disappointed that John didn't contact her. Steve cheers her up. |
train_4789 | #Person1#: So how long have you know Jack?
#Person2#: We go way back. We've known each other since we were toddlers.
#Person1#: Really? You guys must be really tight.
#Person2#: Yeah , We're buddy-buddy still.
#Person1#: He seems sincere, and trustworthy.
#Person2#: Well, he is, but he can be conniving at times.
#Person1#: What do you mean ?
#Person2#: Well, I know that he would never stab me in the back. But I've seen him double cross other people.
#Person1#: Oh, my! Really? I never thought he would be like that.
#Person2#: Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying he's like that all the time.
#Person1#: So, can I trust him or what?
#Person2#: Well, I think you should decide for yourself.
#Person1#: But I need someone that I can count on for this job.
#Person2#: Okay, Okay. You can trust him. I was just trying to give you a hard time .
#Person1#: Come on you're confusing me. Give it to me straight.
#Person2#: Actually, he's the most dependable person I know, and he would never turn on anyone. | #Person1# inquires #Person2# about whether Jack's dependable for the job. #Person2# at first tricks #Person1# into believing that Jack's conniving and later convinces #Person1# that #Person1# can count on Jack. |
train_4790 | #Person1#: I decided to go for this kind of life.
#Person2#: Try to keep cool. It's not an easy take.
#Person1#: I know. I always hope for the best and prepare for the worst.
#Person2#: Then you will be in line for a doom. | #Person2# thinks it's hard for #Person1# to go for this kind of life. |
train_4791 | #Person1#: You know John?
#Person2#: Which John? Mr. Turnbow's son?
#Person1#: Yes. I've read news about him in today's paper.
#Person2#: And he's bright and intelligent. I'm sure he can pass the university entrance exam.
#Person1#: I wish he could too.
#Person2#: How's your boy, Jack?
#Person1#: He's a bit tired, you know. It often takes him a couple of hours to brush up.
#Person2#: Poor boys! They work harder at school nowadays, don't they?
#Person1#: Good luck to them. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about boys who'll take the university entrance exam and wish them good luck. |
train_4792 | #Person1#: Why have you decided to change jobs?
#Person2#: I hope to change because my current job is not within my chosen field. Since my major was international banking, I really hope to work at a bank.
#Person1#: Then, why do you want to work for our bank since it's a new establishment in Shanghai?
#Person2#: Because your bank is a new one, I think I'll be given more opportunities, and the working conditions and surroundings are so excellent here.
#Person1#: It certainly is. But the work is also hard here. You need to put a lot of long hard hours on the job to succeed in this field.
#Person2#: I expect to work hard, madam.
#Person1#: Do you mind going on frequent business trips?
#Person2#: No, I enjoy travelling. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# hopes to work at #Person1#'s bank which is a new establishment in Shanghai and #Person2# expects to work hard. |
train_4793 | #Person1#: Ben, come here! I'm having trouble picking out a dress for tonight. How about this silver one?
#Person2#: I don't think you need to wear something about fancy.
#Person1#: You're right. It's not that comfortable and we're going to be dancing a lot in the concert.
#Person2#: Why don't we go to the mall and get you something? It's your birthday next week.
#Person1#: I have enough clothes. Here, look! This is black, so it matches my shoes.
#Person2#: There are 3 long tears down the back. It looks like you got attacked by a tiger.
#Person1#: That's the style. Besides, I'm not going to be the only one with holes in my clothing there. I'll fit right in.
#Person2#: You make a good point. | #Person1# asks Ben to help her pick out a dress for tonight's concert. She finally decides on a black dress which matches her shoes. |
train_4794 | #Person1#: Maybe it was the fish or meat we ate.
#Person2#: Yes, it might have been.
#Person1#: Or the soup.
#Person2#: No, it couldn't have been the soup because I didn't have any.
#Person1#: Of course. We sat in the sun for a long time. I suppose it could have been the sun.
#Person2#: Yes, it might have been. But we've got used to sitting in the sun.
#Person1#: That's true. Now what else did we both eat? Only those lovely pears I bought. It couldn't have been them. We're used to eating pears and you washed them.
#Person2#: No, I didn't. I thought you had.
#Person1#: I didn't wash them. I was sure you did. It must have been the pears then. | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing the possible cause of their illness. They finally find out it's the unwashed pears. |
train_4795 | #Person1#: Hello, Sarah. Haven't seen you for ages. How is everything?
#Person2#: Never could have been worse.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: You told me to give up smoking. I made it. But during that period, I became angry easily and my husband got fed up with me. He never stayed at home. I'd rather I hadn't given up smoking.
#Person1#: Things will improve.
#Person2#: I hope so. What's in your hand? Cigarettes? May I borrow a cigarette, Bill?
#Person1#: Sarah, smoking is bad for your health. You just gave it up.
#Person2#: Then why do you have cigarettes?
#Person1#: I'm taking them home to my wife.
#Person2#: You mean your wife is still smoking while you advise me to give it up?
#Person1#: I simply couldn't stand her bad temper when she tried to give it up. | Sarah listened to Bill's advice of quitting smoking but she became angry easily. Bill's still taking cigarettes home to his wife because his wife had a bad temper when she tried to quit smoking. |
train_4796 | #Person1#: Owen, how was the basketball match last night?
#Person2#: I don't know personally, but I heard it was very good.
#Person1#: What? You didn't go? I know you had a ticket.
#Person2#: Right, but Ted, one of my colleagues, was really interested in the match. He asked if he could have my ticket.
#Person1#: Couldn't he buy one himself?
#Person2#: No, by the time he heard about the match. It was too late. All the tickets had been booked.
#Person1#: But didn't you want to go?
#Person2#: Yes, but not as much as Ted, besides Susan asked me to go to a movie with her.
#Person1#: Of course, your girlfriend is more important. So did you watch the match on TV?
#Person2#: No, it wasn't broadcast on TV. But Ted took some photos, and he'll show them to me next week. | Owen tells #Person1# he didn't go to the basketball match last night because Ted wanted the ticket and Owen's girlfriend, Susan asked him to go to a movie. |
train_4797 | #Person1#: Hello, Mister Brown. I need to ask a writer some questions for my homework. Could you spare a few minutes for me?
#Person2#: Sure. Go ahead.
#Person1#: Thanks. So how old were you when you realized you loved writing?
#Person2#: It was when I was 10 years old. I was reading short stories and then I decided to try writing a short story myself. After I finished it, I realized I really loved writing.
#Person1#: So what was your first book about?
#Person2#: It's about a man in a cat's body. Kids loved it after it came out.
#Person1#: Are all your books for kids?
#Person2#: By far, yes. But I'm planning on a book for adults.
#Person1#: What is it about?
#Person2#: It's about a woman who has got tired of her life with her husband. I can't tell you more. I want to keep it a secret before it comes out.
#Person1#: OK. Thanks, Mister Brown.
#Person2#: You're quite welcome. | #Person1# interviews Mister Brown who is a writer. Mister Brown tells #Person1# he started loving writing since 10. His books are all for kids so far and he is planning on an adult book. |
train_4798 | #Person1#: Can you help me with this math problem?
#Person2#: Actually, I don't know how to do it, either. You should probably just ask the teacher.
#Person1#: I thought you always got 100% on all your math tests.
#Person2#: I usually do, but sometimes I need help, too.
#Person1#: How long do you usually study for a test?
#Person2#: About 2 hours the night before, and then an hour or so earlier in the week.
#Person1#: I need to study more. Maybe we can study together.
#Person2#: Sure, I'd be happy to help you.
#Person1#: I'm going to ask the teacher about this problem. I'll let you know what he says.
#Person2#: Sounds good to me. | #Person1# asks #Person2# for help with a math problem but #Person2# doesn't know either. #Person1# suggests studying together and will ask the teacher instead. |
train_4799 | #Person1#: You asked Beth to be here around 7:00, didn't you?
#Person2#: Yes, what time is it now?
#Person1#: It's almost 8.I wonder what happened?
#Person2#: Um, she might have forgotten the time. Why don't I call and see if she's on her way. 'A few minutes later.', I got her voicemail so she must not have turned on her cellphone.
#Person1#: I hope she didn't have a problem on the road. Her car could have broken down or something.
#Person2#: Of course she may have simply forgotten and done something else today.
#Person1#: No, she couldn't have forgotten. I just talked to her about it yesterday. I guess we should start to order without her. | #Person1# and #Person2# are waiting for Beth. They discuss the possible reasons for her being late. |
train_4800 | #Person1#: Do you have a good English-Chinese dictionary?
#Person2#: Sure. How about this one?
#Person1#: Is this the latest edition?
#Person2#: Yes. We have both the paperback and the hardcover.
#Person1#: What's the difference?
#Person2#: The hardcover is more expensive.
#Person1#: Oh! I see. I'll have the paperback, please. | #Person2# helps #Person1# buy an English-Chinese dictionary. #Person1# chooses the paperback version because it is cheaper. |
train_4801 | #Person1#: How do you do? Nice to meet you, Diane.
#Person2#: How do you do, Jack. Nice to meet you.
#Person1#: Well, I think you ' Ve reconsidered our proposal, Diane.
#Person2#: Yes, you are right. After all, the quality of your air conditioners is good. The only problem is price.
#Person1#: I should not be surprised, many customers have the same opinion. Do you have any suggestion in mind? Our salesman told your secretary that the price could be negotiable.
#Person2#: That's why I came to your office today. We think for your model WE - 506 $ 590 would be reasonable, because air conditioners of the same kind sold by other companies are usually about 579-649.
#Person1#: That's true. But if you understand that quality is the most important aspect of a product, you'll agree that 679 is not high, especially when we allow you a 10 % discount.
#Person2#: I see your point. That's to say s 611 each set. Still it's much higher than the market price. Could you see your way to reduce the price, Jack?
#Person1#: Well, considering the quantity of your order we could further reduce the price to 600. That's the best we can do. What do you think of that?
#Person2#: All right. We accept it. So $ 600 for each set.
#Person1#: Very well. Thank you. | Diane comes to Jack's office to negotiate over the air-conditioners' price. Jack thinks $611 is reasonable for good quality, but Diane mentions the market price is lower. Considering the large quantity of Diane's order, Jack agrees to reduce the price. They agree $600 as a final price. |
train_4802 | #Person1#: Steven, I'm going abroad by plane for the first time tomorrow. Can you give me some advice? And what should I pay attention to?
#Person2#: First, you should have enough sleep to get over the jet lag before the departure. Most people will suffer from jet lag for a few days after a long flight.
#Person1#: I will go to bed early tonight.
#Person2#: Do you have an airsickness?
#Person1#: I don't know. But I have a carsickness.
#Person2#: You'd better bring some medicine for airsickness.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person1# asks Steven for tips for flying. Steven suggests having enough sleep to overcome jet lag and bringing medicine for airsickness before departure. |
train_4803 | #Person1#: Leo! I wanted to tell you thanks for all your hard work on the budget. We ' re having a get-together after work tonight at Carl ' s Karaoke Club to celebrate having finished it. We ' d love to see
#Person2#: What fun! Normally I ' d love to, but I ' m afraid I have to work late tonight. We ' Ve got to get the contract ready for Miss King.
#Person1#: Oh, right. You ' re busy with that contract. Maybe you could join us later?
#Person2#: Unfortunately, I just can ' t make it this time. I have to go straight home. It ' s my second wedding anniversary, and we ' re supposed to be having a big dinner Susan would kill me if I missed it.
#Person1#: Happy anniversary! Sorry you won ' t be there. Maybe some other time?
#Person2#: Yeah, maybe. Thanks, anyway. Hope you guys have a great time! | #Person1# invites Leo to a get-together. Leo can't go because he needs to work for Miss King's contract and attend his second wedding anniversary with Susan. |
train_4804 | #Person1#: Let me tell you some more. The interest is settled on the 20th of the last month in each quarter, It's paid quarterly. Of course it also needs to be settled if you cancel the account.
#Person2#: Miao Ping, in your opinion, should we go for the Type A or Type B Account?
#Person1#: Well, the Type B Account is very restricted. If your aim is to use the account the same way as your use your Settlement Account, I would recommend the Type A Account for you.
#Person2#: Thanks for your time. I'll go and discuss everything with my partner and I'll be back later. | Miao Ping tells #Person2# some information about the account types and recommends the Type A Account. #Person2# says #Person2# will decide after a discussion. |
train_4805 | #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. | #Person1# and #Person2# like history but #Person2# can't get good marks for poor memory for the dates. #Person2# thinks learning the reason behind events is more important. #Person2# agrees. |
train_4806 | #Person1#: How was the movie last night?
#Person2#: I didn't really like it.
#Person1#: Mary said that she was really pleased with the photography.
#Person2#: I found it very disappointing.
#Person1#: She liked the acting, too, because that's what she wanted to see.
#Person2#: I wasn't happy with it.
#Person1#: Nothing is to your satisfaction. | #Person2# dislikes the movie while Mary likes the photography and the acting. |
train_4807 | #Person1#: Are you going to eat anything with your sandwich?
#Person2#: I may get some fruit.
#Person1#: Oh really, what kind of fruit do you like?
#Person2#: I tend to only eat grapes and apples.
#Person1#: What kind of apples do you prefer?
#Person2#: I've always liked green apples.
#Person1#: I don't really like green apples that much.
#Person2#: Why do you say that?
#Person1#: I think they are too sour.
#Person2#: You'd rather eat a red apple?
#Person1#: Don't you like red apples?
#Person2#: They're okay, I guess. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the fruit that goes with sandwiches. #Person2# likes green apples while #Person1# likes red apples. |
train_4808 | #Person1#: Oh. Henry. I haven't seen you in ages. Come in. Let me take your coat. How are you getting along?
#Person2#: Very well, thank you.
#Person1#: Please take a seat. Everything will be ready in a minute.
#Person2#: Here you go. We have your cocktail and there're salad. fried chicken, French fries and vanilla ice cream for dessert. Eat the chicken while it's hot. It tastes better.
#Person1#: Wow! You're right. Everything is absolutely delicious. Please pass the pepper.
#Person2#: Here you are. Taste the French fries.
#Person1#: They're soft.
#Person2#: Would you like some more?
#Person1#: No more. Thank you.
#Person2#: Here's to our friendship and health!
#Person1#: Bottoms up! | #Person1# and Henry haven't seen each other for long. They have meals and drinks together. |
train_4809 | #Person1#: Well, to come straight to the point, could you tell us something about your new price?
#Person2#: Most willingly. It's 600 dollars per ton.
#Person1#: That's a high price.
#Person2#: But you know, the price of this article has soared up since last year.
#Person1#: I know. But I must say it's still unacceptable. Couldn't you make a discount for me? You see, we have such a long-term cooperation. And our business could be mutually beneficial.
#Person2#: OK. I can make a special offer for you. This price is based on careful calculations. And it is the lowest price we can offer to you. | #Person1# persuades #Person2# to make a discount, #Person2# agrees to offer the lowest price. |
train_4810 | #Person1#: Jim, how was your weekend?
#Person2#: I went to the beach with my friends and had a barbecue there.
#Person1#: That sounds like a lot of fun. Did you go swimming, too?
#Person2#: Sure. I think it's a fantastic place to go.
#Person1#: I couldn't agree more. That's an ideal place for a vacation.
#Person2#: It sure is.
#Person1#: I can't wait to go there myself. | Jim tells #Person1# he enjoyed the weekends on the beach. #Person1# wants to go there. |
train_4811 | #Person1#: You didn't show up to my performance last night! Some kind of friend you are!
#Person2#: Give me a chance to explain. I was no my way and I had an accident.
#Person1#: Sure. You look like you're all black and blue.
#Person2#: I am fine. In fact, I don't have a scratch on me or my vehicle. But the other guy is in critical condition.
#Person1#: You're serious?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm serious. I'm really sorry about missing your concert.
#Person1#: I guess I misjudged you. I hope you can forgive me.
#Person2#: Of course I forgive you. What are friends for? Now, what am I going to do for that other guy? | #Person1# blames #Person2# for being absent from #Person1#'s concert and apologizes after #Person2# explains there was an accident. |
train_4812 | #Person1#: Hello! What are you reading about in the newspaper?
#Person2#: Hello! I was exhausted some studying, so I decided to read the newspaper to relax. Unfortunately, the news is so depressing. There has been another murder in the city center. I'm shocked that the police haven't caught the killer yet.
#Person1#: People are starting to get frightened by it. Everyone will be relieved when they finally catch the murder.
#Person2#: You mean ' if ' they catch the murderer. I'm scared stiff about going into the city center at night.
#Person1#: There must have been some good news in the newspaper. I can't believe that none of the news stories make you happy or excited.
#Person2#: Well, there was one good piece of news. You remember the local girl who was dying of a rare blood disease?
#Person1#: Yes. Her parents were raising money to have her treated in the united states.
#Person2#: Well, they'Ve got the money and she's going tomorrow for treatment.
#Person1#: I'm so happy for the family! They must be very relieved and excited about that.
#Person2#: I'm sure they are. Oh, and a local man won the lottery. I'm so jealous! I wish it were me! I buy a lottery ticket every week and I'm amazed that I haven't even won a small prize yet. It's so unfair!
#Person1#: Don't be moody! I hope you're not tired, because we'Ve been invited to a party this evening. I know how excited you get about parties. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the recent news. They feel depressed for an unsolved murder case but they feel happy that a girl with a rare blood disease finally got enough money to get treatment. #Person2# is jealous of a man who won the lottery. |
train_4813 | #Person1#: Have you figured out where you want to transfer to?
#Person2#: I can't think of where to go.
#Person1#: Where would you like to go to school?
#Person2#: I really don't know.
#Person1#: You can't think of anything?
#Person2#: I really like where I'm at now.
#Person1#: So, why don't you just stay here?
#Person2#: That may be what I'm going to do.
#Person1#: It's a perfectly good school.
#Person2#: You're absolutely right.
#Person1#: Do you know what you're going to do now?
#Person2#: I'm just going to stay at PCC. | #Person1# asks where #Person2# wants to transfer to, #Person2# decides to stay at PCC. |
train_4814 | #Person1#: So Kim, have you ever had anything stolen?
#Person2#: Stolen? No, why?
#Person1#: My uncle just had his motorcycle stolen a few nights ago. I was just thinking about how clever criminals are these days.
#Person2#: Criminals are clever? They're only successful when people are careless.
#Person1#: I don't know. The ones who stole my uncle's motorcycle were pretty good.
#Person2#: If your uncle had an alarm system, then it wouldn't have happened.
#Person1#: He did. It was one of the best ones available. But that didn't stop them from disabling 11 it. And on a crowded street too.
#Person2#: Didn't anyone stop them?
#Person1#: You would think that people would be smart enough to stop something like that. No one knew his motorcycle was being stolen. The thieves came in a truck and convinced everybody that my uncle was parked illegally and they were there to tow it away.
#Person2#: Wow, they were good. I guess criminals aren't that dumb after all.
#Person1#: That's not the end. They were so good that they convinced a bystander to help them lift the motorcycle and put it in the truck. | #Person1# convinces Kim of the cleverness of today's criminals by telling Kim how #Person1#'s uncle's motorcycle was stolen. These criminals convinced other people that the motorcycle was parked illegally and they were there to tow it away. |
train_4815 | #Person1#: People of different races are fit for quite different sports. For instance, Asians are especially good fattable tennis, badminton, diving and shooting. They seem to have been born with certain natural endowments in technical sports, in which flexibility, agility and quick reflexes are favorable.
#Person2#: And a typical example has been the Chinese athletes at the Beijing Olympics, right?
#Person1#: Yes, in all these four sports. the Chinese Olympic dream teams led the way. They swept the floor against their opponents in table tennis and diving.
#Person2#: Then what are the Westerners fit for?
#Person1#: I think they are in a better position in those sports that demand a high degree of intensity, speed and explosive force like swimming, field games, etc.
#Person2#: Where do you think the edge is for black athletes?
#Person1#: It's common sense that African athletes always make a clean sweep in track events, middle or long distance races, relays, hurdles, barriers, and marathon.
#Person2#: I got you. Their competitive edge lies mainly in endurance and stamina. They are creatures from the savannah, and take to running like antelopes. | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss race and sports. They think Asians fit for technical sports. Westerners have intensity, speed, and explosive force while African athletes are with endurance and stamina. |
train_4816 | #Person1#: Hello, reservation desk. How can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to book a room.
#Person1#: What kind of room would you like, Ma'am? We got single rooms, double rooms, standard rooms, suites and deluxe suites.
#Person2#: What's the rate for a standard room?
#Person1#: $ 79 a night.
#Person2#: I'd like a standard room.
#Person1#: What date would you check in, Ma'am?
#Person2#: December 23rd, please.
#Person1#: How long do you plan to stay?
#Person2#: 4 days.
#Person1#: Could you give me your name and phone number?
#Person2#: Nancy Brown. My phone number's 709 678 5634. Nancy Brown .
#Person1#: Thanks. What time will you arrive?
#Person2#: Around 3pm.
#Person1#: Very good. Your reservation confirmation number is NB13579. Thank you for booking in our hotel. Can I help you with anything else today?
#Person2#: No, that's it. Thank you very much. | #Person1# assists Nancy to book a standard room for $79 a night. Nancy tells #Person1# she will arrive on December 23rd and will stay for 4 days. |
train_4817 | #Person1#: Tristan, could you stay a few extra minutes to discuss your project with me?
#Person2#: Sure. We're on a pretty tight schedule, but we should be able to finish it just on time.
#Person1#: Are all of your team members on schedule?
#Person2#: A few of the graphic designers are a bit behind in their work because of computer problems.
#Person1#: How have they decided to deal with that?
#Person2#: They've agreed to work over-time until it's finished. They've even decided to come in on the weekend.
#Person1#: That's true dedication. I'm impressed. When is it due?
#Person2#: We agreed that the deadline was next Friday.
#Person1#: Right. Well, given that your colleagues are working so hard on this project, I suppose we could change that deadline to Monday morning, I won't have time to look over it on the weekend anyway.
#Person2#: That'd be very helpful. An extra weekend is all they really need. Thanks.
#Person1#: That's alright. Make sure everyone knows that we must stick to the new deadline.
#Person2#: I will.
#Person1#: I know you have a tight schedule, so I won't take up more of your time. Have a good evening.
#Person2#: You, too! See you tomorrow. | Computer problems made some of Tristan's team members behind in their work, so they decided to work over-time for the project. Seeing they work so hard, #Person1# changes the deadline from Friday to Monday so the team has an extra weekend. |
train_4818 | #Person1#: Hello. I am Bili and I made an appointment with you to see the house.
#Person2#: Glad to meet you. This way, please.
#Person1#: The house is a little too old.
#Person2#: But it's quite convenient for you to go to any part of the city. The subway is nearby.
#Person1#: Yes. That's why I like the house. | #Person2# takes Bili to see a house. Bili thinks it's too old but agrees its location is good. |
train_4819 | #Person1#: The order is so urgently required that we have to ask you to speed up shipment. If shipment is too late, we'll have to turn to other suppliers.
#Person2#: I am sorry, but we can't advance shipment. The manufacturers are fully committed. They have no stock on hand.
#Person1#: Can you find some way for an earlier delivery?
#Person2#: How's this then? We propose partial shipment. We can ship whatever is ready to meet your urgent need instead of waiting for the whole lot to get ready.
#Person1#: Sounds like a good idea.
#Person2#: We propose to deliver 50 % in June and the balance in Aug.
#Person1#: I agree with your proposal. | #Person1# thinks the delivery of goods is too slow but #Person2# can't advance shipment. Ultimately, they agree on partial shipment. |
train_4820 | #Person1#: Housekeeping. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yeah, the people in the next room are a little loud. Could you do something about it?
#Person1#: Of course. What room are you in, sir?
#Person2#: I'm in Room 215.
#Person1#: And do you know which room the noise is coming from?
#Person2#: I don't know the number, but it's definitely the room that's next to the stairs.
#Person1#: Thank you. We'll take care of it. Please let us know if there's anything else we can do to make your stay more comfortable.
#Person2#: OK, thanks. I really appreciate it. | #Person2# calls housekeeping to deal with the noise from the next room. |
train_4821 | #Person1#: Welcome to IBA. What can we assist you with today?
#Person2#: Hello. Yes, I've just read your leaflet about the new MoneyLink Card. I was wondering how I go about applying for one.
#Person1#: This scheme has just started and you will be one of our first 100 customers, so if your application is accepted, you will receive some rather nice perks.
#Person2#: That does sound good. I'm already an account holder, have been for many years. And I already have your existing card.
#Person1#: That should make things perfectly simple, then. Actually, if you had waited a little while longer, we would have notified you by post.
#Person2#: Perhaps your letter is already in the mail! So, I can just upgrade automatically?
#Person1#: May I have your details, and I'll check for you.
#Person2#: Certainly. . .
#Person1#: OK, so you are already a gold card holder, with a sound credit history. That means we can automatically upgrade you to our new platinum card.
#Person2#: Wonderful! And, you mentioned'perks'? I do hope I'll be getting some of those. | #Person2# asks about the new MoneyLink Card. #Person1# checks #Person2#'s account details. #Person2# is already a gold cardholder and can be automatically upgraded. #Person2# wants 'perks'. |
train_4822 | #Person1#: Good morning, Mr. Chu. Would you like me to brief your schedule for today?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: You are scheduled to meet Mr. Thompson of ABC Company at eleven this morning. Then, you have a lunch appointment with Mr. Li. And this afternoon at four you will attend a press conference.
#Person2#: I am afraid I can't attend the press conference due to an urgent conference with the Board of Directors at half past four.
#Person1#: All right. Do you want me to cancel the reservation for you?
#Person2#: Yes, thank you very much. In addition, do you have the marketing proposal ready?
#Person1#: The proposal is being repaired right now and I think it will be ready by tomorrow morning. | #Person1# briefs Mr. Chu's schedule. Mr. Chu can't attend the press conference so he lets #Person1# cancel it. #Person1# also reports the marketing proposal is being repaired. |
train_4823 | #Person1#: Oh, this is Monica
#Person2#: OK. Commodity inspection is really an important part of our trade contract.
#Person1#: Yes. Let's first define the inspection right.
#Person2#: Following the rules of world business, the exporters have the right to inspect the goods before the delivery, while the importers have the right to re-inspect the goods after their arrival.
#Person1#: Would you tell me how the inspection is conducted before shipment and by which agency?
#Person2#: Inspection is to be done by the China Commodity Inspection and Testing Bureau. Usually inspection is conducted within five days before each shipment.
#Person1#: And can you tell me about the re-inspection?
#Person2#: Yes. The re-inspection should be made within seven days upon the arrival, and if any discrepancy is found, the claim must be raised within one month.
#Person1#: I see. How do they make testing and analysis of this item?
#Person2#: They always use the standard and method laid down in the contract.
#Person1#: What if the results from the two inspections do not coincide with each other?
#Person2#: A seminar of technical specialists including the surveyors from both sides will be held to clarify which result is correct. | #Person2# and Monica talk about the inspection of the goods before the delivery and the re-inspection of them after the arrival. They also talk about how the staff test and analyze the goods and what if the results from the two inspections don't match. |
train_4824 | #Person1#: Peter, do you want to learn to play the piano?
#Person2#: No, mom. Piano is for girls.
#Person1#: Well, there are many boys that can play the piano very well, like Jay Chou.
#Person2#: No way, mom. I don't like piano.
#Person1#: OK. But you have to promise me that you will study hard in your English class.
#Person2#: All right, all right. I understand. | Peter doesn't want to learn to play the piano and promises his mother to study English hard. |
train_4825 | #Person1#: Mr. Wang, have you enjoyed your stay here?
#Person2#: Of course, I'Ve enjoyed it very much. I'Ve met my old friends and made some new friends.
#Person1#: We'Ve all enjoyed being with you. When will you come back?
#Person2#: Sometime next year.
#Person1#: I'm looking forward to seeing you again. Take care.
#Person2#: The same to you. Keep in touch. | Mr. Wang enjoyed his stay with #Person1# and says goodbye to #Person1#. |
train_4826 | #Person1#: I've just got back from the holiday you arranged for me. But I must tell you the hotel was really awful. It was miles from the sea. The food was awful too. The bedroom was dirty.
#Person2#: Sorry about that. But it's not really our fault. The contract does say that the hotel accommodation is not our responsibility. | #Person1# complains about the hotel which was arranged by #Person2#. #Person2# disclaims responsibility. |
train_4827 | #Person1#: Mary, have you ever wondered why some cultures have more proverbs than others? For example, the Mayans, the Incas, and the North American Indian tribes seem to have fewer proverbs than cultures like, the Arabians, and the Chinese. I wonder why this is.
#Person2#: What would you say about our ... our own culture? Would you say we're a culture that's rich in proverbs or one that lacks proverbs?
#Person1#: I think we, we have a rich heritage of proverbs - the Benjamin Franklin maxims, proverbs, wise sayings have been handed down to us.
#Person2#: Well, I think the fact that we're no longer creating proverbs today maybe says something ... maybe perhaps explains to some extent why proverbs in certain cultures were not as extended or extensive as in other cultures.
#Person1#: Mm, hmm. That's true. I wonder why we are not creating as many proverbs as we did in 1700s and 1800s. I agree with you. I don't think there are nearly as many. I can't think of any. I'm sure there are some, but I wonder why this is so.
#Person2#: Yeah, well, I think we all know a great many proverbs. If we sit down, we can think of some that we can ... we can list. But we don't seem to use them to explain things. We find many times that they're used too much and too simple - too general. Today we're much more sophisticated, you might say, and analytical, and therefore we don't use proverbs to explain things the way, say, our grandfathers and parents did.
#Person1#: Life is too complicated now to just quote a simple proverb to take care of things.
#Person2#: Right, and maybe to some extent that's why the North American Indians and the Mayans among others don't have as many proverbs. At least there's no record of as many proverbs. Since their own culture ... their traditions were highly eroded and they were wiped out during this era of change.
#Person1#: Well, that's interesting. | #Person1# and Mary discuss that some cultures are rich in proverbs while others not. They think their culture has many proverbs but people don't create and use proverbs today because life is too complicated to be quoted by simple proverbs, perhaps that's why some cultures lack proverbs. In addition, some cultures' traditions were highly eroded. |
train_4828 | #Person1#: Peter, where is the ear? I haven't seen you drive to work for a long time! Is it broken or stolen?
#Person2#: Hi, Susan] Oh, no! Of course not! I give up driving to work. Instead, I ride to my working place.
#Person1#: Why is that?
#Person2#: You see. There is only a stone's throw from my home to my working place. I think riding a bike to work is more convenient.
#Person1#: I don't think so. It will take you at least 25 minutes to get to our company from here.
#Person2#: Yes, sometimes, 30 minutes. But I love riding to work now. It is a totally different picture on my way to work.
#Person1#: Why do you think so?
#Person2#: You see, every morning, after I set off for work, I can breathe the new fresh air along the way. By the time I reach my office, I feel rather revived. I even don't rely on coffee to spend my morning hours.
#Person1#: Is it so magical?
#Person2#: At least, that's how I feel about riding to work. I can't believe I have wasted so much fresh morning air in the past 3 years!
#Person1#: Will you continue riding to work in the future?
#Person2#: I think so. | Susan finds Peter hasn't driven for a long time. Peter says he rides to work now because he feels revived when riding to work with fresh air and he will continue riding. |
train_4829 | #Person1#: This is a lovely house!
#Person2#: Thank you, Jean.
#Person1#: It's very close to your office, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. I always walk to work-even when it rains.
#Person1#: I usually take the bus. It takes so long!
#Person2#: How long does it take?
#Person1#: Oh, it takes about 45 minutes.
#Person2#: That's a long time. Well, have some pizza, please!
#Person1#: (Taking a bite.) This is delicious! Do you bake all of your pizza?
#Person2#: Yes, I usually bake something on the weekend or holidays.
#Person1#: You are a wonderful cook!
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: I never cook at home. It is my husband Andy who usually does all the cooking.
#Person2#: Do you often go out to eat?
#Person1#: Yes, when he doesn't have time to cook, we will go out to eat somewhere.
#Person2#: There are some wonderful restaurants in the city.
#Person1#: Too many! You can eat at a different restaurant every day. | #Person2# lives close to #Person2#'s office and walks to work while Jean usually takes a bus. They eat pizza and talk about cooking and restaurants. |
train_4830 | #Person1#: Are you ready to go shopping?
#Person2#: Not yet. I'm not finished with my research yet.
#Person1#: What research?
#Person2#: Reading my fashion magazines! How do you think I know so much about all the latest trends?
#Person1#: But they're just ads. . .
#Person2#: Duh. . . That's the point. The people in the ads are wearing what's in. Plus, there are articles on new trends. . . | #Person1# invites #Person2# to go shopping but #Person2# is busy reading fashion magazines. They hold different opinions on fashion magazines. |
train_4831 | #Person1#: I need some new clothes for the coming season. Where shall I go to pick up some?
#Person2#: I'm thinking of buying some stuff, too. Let's go to the speciality stores. There will be some new models for sale now.
#Person1#: Will the new models be very expensive?
#Person2#: Depends on the brands. But there will be some out-of-season clothes on discount, too. So maybe we can also get some stuff, good and cheap.
#Person1#: Great. Let's go.
#Person2#: Do you like this one? I think it will be great on you.
#Person1#: I like the style. Especially the Porsche logo. Let me try it on in the fitting room. Wait a minute!
#Person3#: Hmm, not bad, but I'm afraid it's a bit too big for you.
#Person2#: Yeah, that's the only problem. Well, do you think they've got a smaller one?
#Person1#: Probably not. Most of the clothes here have only one average size.
#Person2#: Never mind. What about going to check out the discount section?
#Person1#: That's what I'm thinking about. Oh, this one.
#Person2#: What's up?
#Person1#: This dress was a new model this time last year. I loved it but it was a bit too expensive. So I gave it up.
#Person2#: Good for you. It's 50 percent off now. Take it!
#Person1#: Sure. I won't miss this chance. It's my lucky day. | #Person1# and #Person2# are looking for new clothes in specialty stores. #Person1# likes the one with a Porsche logo but it is too big. Then #Person1# is attracted by another one and takes it with 50% off. |
train_4832 | #Person1#: Lucy, you're back. How was your first day of school?
#Person2#: It was great. I had a really good time.
#Person1#: What classes did you have?
#Person2#: Well, I had English from 9 o'clock to 11 o'clock, art from 12 o'clock to 2 o'clock, and math from 2 o'clock to 4 o'clock.
#Person1#: What do you think about the teachers?
#Person2#: To be honest, I liked all of them, except for the math teacher. Though he must be quite young, he seem like an old person. He's so boring!
#Person1#: That's too bad. How was your English teacher?
#Person2#: She was great. In today's class, she gave us a lecture on how to be a good student. She told us not to crm for exams, and to pay more attention on communicating than memorizing.
#Person1#: Where is she from?
#Person2#: She said that she's from a small town in the middle of America.
#Person1#: Were you able to understand everything that she said?
#Person2#: Not everything, but nearly. She speaks very clearly and doesn't use very complex words so that it is easy for us to understand her.
#Person1#: She sounds like a good teacher. Do you think you'll pass her class?
#Person2#: Yes... with flying colors!
#Person1#: What does that mean?
#Person2#: It's a new phrase that she taught us today. It means that I will not only pass the class, but I will do extremely well!
#Person1#: If you like the class this much already, I'm sure you will.
#Person2#: I hope so.
#Person1#: did she give you any homework?
#Person2#: not today. She said she wanted us to relax tonight instead of doing homework,
#Person1#: no wonder you like the class so much. | #Person1# asks about Lucy's first day of school. Lucy had English, art, and math classes. Lucy doesn't like the boring math teacher. Lucy likes the English teacher who is from the middle of America, speaks English clearly and understandably, and gives no homework today. |
train_4833 | #Person1#: The baby is crying again.
#Person2#: Leave him alone, he'll soon stop.
#Person1#: How can you do so? Perhaps something is wrong with him. Let's go and see him.
#Person2#: OK. Nothing serious. He just wants us to be with him. | #Person1# worries about the crying baby. #Person2# thinks it's nothing serious. |
train_4834 | #Person1#: Look at this newspaper article about this famous local medium. It says that she is really gifted and so popular now, that she is booked solid with appointments for the next twelve months!
#Person2#: You don't really believe in all that hocus pocus mumbo jumbo, do you?
#Person1#: Well, I have had many friends that went to a psychic and got their palms read and most of the things the psychic told her came true!
#Person2#: Of course it does! They tell you general and obvious things like that you will be successful or have a big house. I think most of the times they are just scam artists.
#Person1#: Well, historically it is a practice that many cultures share. Reading the tarot cards, in the east they would even read tea leaves! I even heard that there are people that make you smoke a cigar, and then read your ashes.
#Person2#: All superstitious nonsense! I would still like to go to one and see what he or she has to say, just for kicks. | A psychic is reported by the newspaper. #Person2# doesn't believe such things. #Person1# shows examples of #Person1#'s friends and says it's a practice that many cultures share. #Person2# wants to meet a medium for kicks. |
train_4835 | #Person1#: Did you know it was going to rain today?
#Person2#: Absolutely not. This comes as a total shock to me, especially since the paper said mostly sunny.
#Person1#: Well, I guess the paper must have meant mostly sunny somewhere else. But since we've come all this way, why don't we just move the blanket under that tree?
#Person2#: That's a good idea. It looks like it's still dry there as long as it doesn't start to come down any harder.
#Person1#: You didn't happen to bring a spare blanket, did you? This one is all wet now.
#Person2#: No. But I have got some folding chairs in the car. Will they do?
#Person1#: They'll be just fine. I'm really hungry. So while you are there, how about bringing me the food?
#Person2#: I thought you were bringing the food.
#Person1#: This is unbelievable. So what now?
#Person2#: What is the name of that restaurant you like so much? | #Person1# and #Person2# go out. It rains without warning. Their blanket is wet and they don't have food. So they decide to find a restaurant. |
train_4836 | #Person1#: So what are your plans for this summer?
#Person2#: I could work for that company again, but I have a great chance to do some traveling and learn more about the world. My friend Bill is going to travel around Europe this summer. He has some relatives in France. He wants to visit and he also plans to go to Germany, Lithuania and Latvia. All I need to pay for is my air tickets and meals.
#Person1#: What about hotels when you're not staying with Bill's relatives?
#Person2#: We'll stay in guest houses. I have enough money saved from my part time job.
#Person1#: What about money for next term?
#Person2#: I'll need to borrow a little from you, but this is a once in a lifetime chance. I really think I could learn a lot and I can improve my French, too. | #Person2# wants to travel around Europe with Bill this summer. #Person1# worries about #Person2#'s financial situation for the next term, but #Person2# sticks to go traveling. |
train_4837 | #Person1#: It's gonna be sunny this Saturday. Want to have a picnic in the park?
#Person2#: Great, and we can also ride our bikes for a while.
#Person1#: Yeah, then there will be a wedding in the evening.
#Person2#: Oh, I almost forgot it. Dyson and Jason invited us for their wedding dinner. Hope it won't last long. I really want to get home early to watch the football game.
#Person1#: Me too. I was invited to attend a local painting exhibition in the museum this Sunday morning. So I really need to have enough time for a good sleep. | #Person1# and #Person2# are planning for the coming weekend and hope the wedding dinner won't be too long to upset the plan. |
train_4838 | #Person1#: Please welcome August Getty to the stage. He's a young fashion designer living in Los Angeles. He just showed his fashion collection at New York Fashion Week, and he's only 20 years old. How did it feel to be one of the youngest designers at the event? Were you nervous?
#Person2#: It was a dream come true. I wasn't nervous. I was just very excited. When I was a kid, I made outfits from paper and rest spoons and forks. My biggest wish was to show my creations in New York.
#Person1#: What was your childhood like?
#Person2#: My family was very supportive. My mom let me cut up her bags to make clothes, and I loved picking out outfits for my sister to wear. My mom was also into fashion, so she encouraged me to follow my interests.
#Person1#: How would you describe the outfits you design?
#Person2#: I would say they are different, strange and stylish. I want my outfits to be nice enough to wear to a fancy event. But I also want them to get noticed.
#Person1#: Is your real name August?
#Person2#: Yes, I was born in August, so my parents named me after the month.
#Person1#: Have you ever been out on the street and seen someone in one of your outfits?
#Person2#: I have! It's always fun when that happens. | #Person1# interviews the young designer August Getty. August is excited to realize his wish to show stylish creations in New York. His family is supportive. He thinks it is fun to see people wearing his outfits. |
train_4839 | #Person1#: OK, what are we going to make tonight?
#Person2#: We're having noodles and meatballs, your favorite. Are you really going to help me?
#Person1#: Of course, I promised you I would. You've been working a lot lately and taking care of the kids on top of that. I really want to help out.
#Person2#: Thanks so much, Patrick. That means a lot to me.
#Person1#: No problem. So what do we do first?
#Person2#: First, I'll start boiling the water for the noodles. Why don't you get the ingredients out to make the meatballs? And last we'll make the sauce.
#Person1#: OK, great. This is fun. We should do this more often. How did the meatballs look?
#Person2#: They look great. I know you don't usually help out in the kitchen, because you feel uncomfortable. But you're a great chef, a real natural. | Patrick helps #Person2# to make noodles and meatballs because he thinks #Person2# has been working a lot and taking care of the kids lately. #Person2# praises Patrick's cooking talent. |
train_4840 | #Person1#: Are you having a party?
#Person2#: Yes, I am throwing a party for my cousin Sheila.
#Person1#: That sounds fun. Is it her birthday?
#Person2#: No, she's graduating from nursing school. The family is very proud of her.
#Person1#: That's wonderful. Does she live here in Houston?
#Person2#: No, she lives in Dallas. But she will be moving to New York next year after she gets married. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about #Person2#'s cousin Sheila who is graduating from nursing school. |
train_4841 | #Person1#: Mister Jones, I just got off the phone with Mister Dawson. He wants to schedule a meeting with you for later today or tomorrow.
#Person2#: What does he want to talk about?
#Person1#: One of the factories that makes his products. He said it was pretty urgent.
#Person2#: Well, I don't want to stay too late like last night, my wife was not happy with me.
#Person1#: How about tomorrow at 11:00 am? I checked your schedule and the only thing you have that day is a phone call at 2:00 PM.
#Person2#: 11:00 tomorrow sounds fine, can you set everything up and then email me all the information, please?
#Person1#: Of course, I was just about to go to lunch actually. Do you want to join me?
#Person2#: I'd love to, but I have to look at some samples from a new customer. I'll join you next time. | Dawson wants to have a meeting with Jones. Jones refuses to stay late today so #Person1# arranges the meeting tomorrow. #Person1# invites Jones for lunch but Jones is busy. |
train_4842 | #Person1#: What's the postage on this letter to Mexico please?
#Person2#: How would you like to send it?
#Person1#: By registered airmail.
#Person2#: $0.90 please. And please write down the postal code in the mailing address, anything else?
#Person1#: Yes, I'd like 6 postcards and 1,050 cent stamps please.
#Person2#: All right, here you are.
#Person1#: And this packages for London. Will you wait for me?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. This package is 10 grams overweight, you'll have to pay $0.50 extra for the overweight. | #Person2# assists #Person1# to post a letter, buy postcards and stamps, and deliver packages. |
train_4843 | #Person1#: What are your weekend arrangements?
#Person2#: There are many things I can do on weekends.
#Person1#: What sort of things are you interested in?
#Person2#: I'm keen on taking short trips to nearby scenic spots with friends.
#Person1#: Good, I love swimming and cycling.
#Person2#: That's great. I think they do you a lot of good. Where do you swim?
#Person1#: Mostly in the city swimming pool. Sometimes I go to the beach with friends.
#Person2#: I know you like nature best.
#Person1#: Well, what do you do at your spare time?
#Person2#: I'm fond of dancing.
#Person1#: Good, you really know how to enjoy yourself. | #Person1# asks about #Person2#'s weekend arrangements and they talk about their hobbies. #Person2# likes short trips and dancing. #Person1# loves swimming, cycling, and going to the beach. |
train_4844 | #Person1#: So David, you don't like sports.
#Person2#: Well, I like sports, but I'm just not keen on sports programs. You know, I would usually rather watch a movie or some kind of history program.
#Person1#: Oh, ok, so you're into history?
#Person2#: Oh yes, I like studying the history of the countries that I have visited. It makes it more interesting when I go sightseeing.
#Person1#: Ok, which countries have you visited?
#Person2#: I been over a good bit of Europe. Ah, Mexico, Peru. I spent almost a year in Egypt and I went to Israel, Jordan and now I'm here in Japan. I've been in Japan for a year and a half, and while I have been here, I visited Korea for about a week.
#Person1#: Ok, wow, that's a lot. So, did you do the pyramids in Egypt?
#Person2#: Oh yes, actually I climbed the pyramids, it was during the summer. So there aren't many tourists. | David likes history programs rather than sports programs because he likes to know the history of the countries he has visited. Then David tells #Person1# about his travel experiences. |
train_4845 | #Person1#: Are you going to take part in the school singing contest?
#Person2#: No, I don't think so.
#Person1#: Why not? You have a great voice and you sing at her local community center every Sunday, don't you?
#Person2#: Thanks, well. Yes, I do sing at the community center, but that is with a whole bunch of other people. I get really nervous singing in front of many people just by myself.
#Person1#: You could form a group with someone, that way you may feel more relaxed.
#Person2#: That sounds like a good idea.
#Person1#: Actually, Mary, John and I are going to take part in the contest as a group. Why don't you join us? It would be more balanced to have 2 girls and 2 boys and I'm sure we will sound great.
#Person2#: All right, let's try it then.
#Person1#: Cool. So far, we have been practicing together every Tuesday and Thursday after school. So we just had a practice yesterday. Why don't you come tomorrow? We do it at Johns.
#Person2#: Great.
#Person1#: Excellent, let's all meet up and talk more about it at lunch. See you at the County in later.
#Person2#: OK. | #Person2# has a great voice but feels nervous to sing alone. #Person1# invites #Person2# to join #Person1#'s group for the singing contest. They will talk about more later. |
train_4846 | #Person1#: I would like to order a waistcoat.
#Person2#: Have you chosen the material?
#Person1#: Yes, I want it to made of tweed.
#Person2#: Fine. And the charge is $ 100.
#Person1#: When will it be available?
#Person2#: Next Wednesday. | #Person1# orders a waistcoat of tweed. #Person2# tells #Person1# it'll be available next Wednesday. |
train_4847 | #Person1#: Oriental China Airlines. Good morning, may I help you?
#Person2#: I would like the round-way ticket to Shanghai on December 10th.
#Person1#: Lady, let me check. Do you want the morning or the afternoon flight?
#Person2#: What's the departure time?
#Person1#: 2:30
#Person2#: Well, the afternoon will be fine.
#Person1#: First class or economy?
#Person2#: First class will be preferred.
#Person1#: Well, afternoon flight on December 10th to Shanghai. May I have your name, please?
#Person2#: My name is Janice. Well, I book this ticket for Nova, the marketing manager of Pineapple Computer Company. Where can I get the flight ticket?
#Person1#: You may take it up at the ticket office. That is located on International Street 150. | Janice books the round-way ticket to Shanghai on December 10th for Nova with #Person1#'s assistance. |
train_4848 | #Person1#: Well, if you have no further questions, then we have done.
#Person2#: Thank you, Mr. Owens, for taking time out of your busy schedule to interview me.
#Person1#: You ' re welcome. I appreciate your coming.
#Person2#: When can I contact you about your final decision?
#Person1#: We need to consider several other applicants and we hope to make a decision by the end of this month. We will call you regardless of whether you are hired or not.
#Person2#: Thanks a lot! I will look forward to the good news. Please call me at this number between nine and eleven in the morning.
#Person1#: Well, I really appreciate your coming today.
#Person2#: The pleasure is mine. It ' s nice talking with you. Good-bye, Mr. Owens.
#Person1#: Good-bye. | The interview is over. Mr. Owens tells #Person2# he'll inform #Person2# of the final decision by the end of this month. They express their gratitude to each other. |
train_4849 | #Person1#: Did you hear about the robbery?
#Person2#: Did I hear about it? I saw it happen.
#Person1#: Are you serious?
#Person2#: I was there.
#Person1#: What happened?
#Person2#: A man came into the bank with a gun.
#Person1#: That's insane.
#Person2#: I was so scared when I saw the gun.
#Person1#: Then what happened?
#Person2#: He took the money and tried to get away.
#Person1#: Did the cops show up in time?
#Person2#: He didn't even make it out the door. | #Person2# witnessed the robbery and tells #Person1# what happened. |
train_4850 | #Person1#: Do you plan on voting this Tuesday?
#Person2#: Yes. What about you?
#Person1#: I already voted.
#Person2#: What do you mean you already voted?
#Person1#: I had to mail in an absentee ballot.
#Person2#: Why'd you have to do that?
#Person1#: I'm not going to be able to vote this Tuesday.
#Person2#: Why is that?
#Person1#: I have to work this Tuesday.
#Person2#: You can always go to work late.
#Person1#: That same morning I have some business to take care of.
#Person2#: Oh, I understand. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# already voted because #Person1# has some business to take care of on Tuesday. |
train_4851 | #Person1#: I'm planning to buy a bicycle. As you are quite a cycling enthusiast, I wish you might give me some advice.
#Person2#: With pleasure, chap. But before I start, I need to know what you want a bike for?
#Person1#: My purposes are two-fold. On the one hand, I've grown bored of commuting on suffocating buses every day and decided to ride to work. On the other hand, bicycling is a sport, and I intend to build up my body through constantly taking a ride over the weekends.
#Person2#: Cycling during weekends? Do you like riding on the mountainous countryside just the neighboring towns?
#Person1#: Does that make any difference?
#Person2#: Can't be greater. If you ride on bumpy, hilly roads, a mountain bike is what you need. But if you just ride comfortably along the city lanes, you might choose a road bike.
#Person1#: Are they designed differently?
#Person2#: A road bike features skinny tires and a light-weight frame. Its riding position puts you bent over the handlebars. It's not particularly beefy in construction, and generally, it won't stand up well under heavy loads or on really rough surfaces. In contrast, mountain bikes have wide tires and a stout frame. You sit higher on them and don't have to hunched over. | #Person1# consults #Person2# about buying a bicycle. #Person1# wants to ride to work and build up the body. #Person2# asks #Person1# where #Person1# wants to ride and explains the differences between road bikes and mountain bikes. |
train_4852 | #Person1#: I've been looking forward to the new semester.
#Person2#: I hope we can make great progress in this new semester.
#Person1#: Hope so.
#Person2#: I hear we'll have a new English teacher this semester.
#Person1#: Really? I hope we will do much better under her guidance.
#Person2#: I am sure we will. | #Person1# and #Person2# are both expecting the new semester. #Person1# tells #Person2# they'll have a new English teacher. #Person2#'s surprised and hopes they'll do better under her guidance. |
train_4853 | #Person1#: Welcome! Welcome to Little Italy. We're the most Italian family here!
#Person2#: So I've heard. That's why I'm having such a great time.
#Person1#: If I hadn't married an Italian man, I probably wouldn't be pregnant so often. And maybe I could raise pigs instead of bambinos!
#Person2#: Huh? Um. . . well, it's nice to see that some people still have big families.
#Person1#: It is nice, but it would be nicer if my macho husband would get off his tush and help me. Ha-ha. . . Have this. It's from Italy! | #Person2# has fun in the Little Italy. #Person1#, the hostess, complains about having too many children. |
train_4854 | #Person1#: Hey Annie, who is this picture of?
#Person2#: Oh, that's my great, great, great, great, great, great, great grandfather.
#Person1#: I think you can say your seventh great grandfather! Cutie! What's his name?
#Person2#: Peter Madsen. A great A if I do say so myself.
#Person1#: Nice pun. What is it you active about him most?
#Person2#: He loved his family and his countrymen and his freedom.
#Person1#: He looks like a very personable man.
#Person2#: He was. He was friendly toward and showed concern for everyone he met. | Annie tells #Person1# about the picture of Annie's seventh great grandfather who was a very personable man. |
train_4855 | #Person1#: Have you ever seen Bill Gate's home on the internet?
#Person2#: No. what's it like?
#Person1#: It's got its own library, theatre, swimming pool, and a guest house. The house itself has about ten different rooms that are all hooked up to computers so you can get things done in each room through a remote control. It's also located near the sea, so he can park his boats next to his house. It's absolutely amazing!
#Person2#: Would you want to live there?
#Person1#: I think his house is fantastic, but I wouldn't want to live there. You would have to hire one or two people to clean all the rooms in the house, plus a few people to take care of the gardens, and probably an au pair or two to take care of the children. It's just too big of a place to take care of on your own.
#Person2#: What's your dreamhole like then?
#Person1#: My dream home is actually just a small cottage in a quiet village in England.
#Person2#: Would you want to buy an old cottage or build a new one yourself?
#Person1#: Old homes are great because they've got character. I think that's important.
#Person2#: Is that why you wear second-hand clothes as well? Because they've got character?
#Person1#: No, that's just because I don't have enough money to buy new cloths all the time!
#Person2#: I see. If you lived in an old house, would it be decorated in a modern way?
#Person1#: No, I'd definitely try to restore it to its original state. I love to imagine what it'd be like to live in another time in history and living in a house decorated like it would have been 200 years ago would be a great way to feed my imagination even more! | #Person1# tells #Person2# about Bill Gate's home #Person1#'s seen on the Internet. #Person1# thinks the house is fantastic but #Person1# doesn't want to live there, then #Person1# talks about #Person1#'s dream home. |
train_4856 | #Person1#: Rachel, do you like music?
#Person2#: Of course. I can't live without it, so I always bring my CD with me no matter where I go.
#Person1#: What kind of music do you like best?
#Person2#: Light music and classic music.
#Person1#: Really? I can't believe this. I am also keen on classic music. And do you know there is a concert of classic music tomorrow evening?
#Person2#: But I didn't get the ticket. And it is said that they were sold out yesterday.
#Person1#: I got two. We can go there together.
#Person2#: Amazing! I can imagine the feeling when I hear the smooth tune around my ears. | Rachel likes classic music but she failed to get the ticket for the concert. Rachel's surprised that #Person1# got two tickets and invites her to the concert together. |
train_4857 | #Person1#: What's your favorite season?
#Person2#: I like the freedom of summer with no school.
#Person1#: Yeah, and all those fun summer sports and activities.
#Person2#: And I like the festivities of winter with Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
#Person1#: Oh, me too! All the family getting together. . .
#Person2#: And I really like the smells and colors of spring.
#Person1#: I like the feeling then that school is almost over!
#Person2#: But I must say, if it were only for the weather, I like autumn most! | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# loves the freedom of summer, the festivities of winter, and the smells and colors of spring, but #Person2# loves autumn most for the weather. |
train_4858 | #Person1#: do you have any plans for Friday night?
#Person2#: I don't think so. Why?
#Person1#: well, my house-mates and I are having a house-warming party. Would you like to come?
#Person2#: sure. Would it be alright if I brought a few friends?
#Person1#: the more, the merrier!
#Person2#: will there be a lot of people there?
#Person1#: I sure hope so. We've each invited about 10 people.
#Person2#: who else is going to be there?
#Person1#: I'm inviting my friends from work, you, my sister, and a few friends from school.
#Person2#: I know your sister. She's very nice.
#Person1#: don't worry. You won't be sitting there by yourself.
#Person2#: what time is it going to start?
#Person1#: most people are working Friday night, so it's going to start around 9 pm.
#Person2#: should I bring anything?
#Person1#: we'll have beer and snacks, but if you want to bring a bottle of wine, that'd be great.
#Person2#: I could also bring some music if you want. I've got loads of songs on my new iPod.
#Person1#: that'd be great. I'll see you then! | #Person1# invites #Person2# to the house-warming party on Friday night. #Person2# agrees and #Person2#'ll bring some wine and music. |
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