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train_5159 | #Person1#: I've just got a new printer. How often do I need to replace the print heads?
#Person2#: Well, under normal conditions each head lasts about 5 000 copies or so. It depends on the user, but about once a month is average.
#Person1#: So if I don't print out very much, it could last a lot longer?
#Person2#: That's right. It could last six months or more. This model's designed for heavy use. Don't worry - you'll get an error message telling you when to change the head. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how often the print heads of the new printer should be replaced. |
train_5160 | #Person1#: Do you think it's time to sign the contract, Mr. Simpson?
#Person2#: I'd like to look it over before I sign it.
#Person1#: OK, no problem. I hope there are no questions about the terms.
#Person2#: I am fully satisfied with the terms of this contract.
#Person1#: Shall we sign this contract now?
#Person2#: OK. Where do you want me to sign?
#Person1#: Just sign at the bottom.
#Person2#: OK. ( Sign ) Once a contract is signed, it has legal effect.
#Person1#: You're right. Thank you for your cooperation.
#Person2#: It's my pleasure. | #Person1# wants Mr. Simpson to sign the contract. Mr. Simpson carefully looks over the contract and signs it. |
train_5161 | #Person1#: May's birthday is coming. Shall we buy her a birthday present or let her choose one for herself?
#Person2#: I think a surprise party may be better. But I forget when her birthday is.
#Person1#: You are such a good father. It's next Sunday.
#Person2#: Sorry. What shall we get for her?
#Person1#: What about a cell phone? She is old enough to have one.
#Person2#: Good idea. Shall we search on line to find an appropriate one or go to a phone store?
#Person1#: Maybe we can try shopping on line.
#Person2#: Sure. Okay, here is the website.
#Person1#: I'm sure that May would love the pink one.
#Person2#: Probably. People's consumptive habit is changing rapidly because of the internet.
#Person1#: Totally. Computers bring with them convenience. Oh, what's wrong?
#Person2#: The computer went frozen.
#Person1#: Oh, it's such a pain. We'd better go to a store later. | #Person1# and #Person2# decide to buy their daughter a phone as a birthday present. They intend to buy it online but the computer goes frozen, so they have to go to the store. |
train_5162 | #Person1#: Speed Airlines Reservation. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. Do you have any flight to Paris on 15th? I want one leaving in the afternoon.
#Person1#: Yes. Flight DP336 leaves at 15:16. Is that all right?
#Person2#: Is it a direct flight?
#Person1#: No, Sir. It has an hour layover in London.
#Person2#: Well, I don't think I want it. | #Person2# gives up buying the flight ticket to Paris for the layover. |
train_5163 | #Person1#: Evan, are you busy right now?
#Person2#: Not really. What's up?
#Person1#: Well, I need a hand with the fax machine. My fax is not going through.
#Person2#: I'm kind of useless in that area, but I'll take a look at it.
#Person1#: Ah, thanks. | #Person2# decides to help #Person1# fix the fax machine. |
train_5164 | #Person1#: I met a girl in elevator this morning. She works in a company upstairs. She said she envied the casual way we dress for work. She complained about the dress rule in her company. It requires everyone to wear formal clothes from Monday to Friday.
#Person2#: Well, I was wondering where those people with professional attire come from. Now, I know the answer.
#Person1#: You know, in a sense, a suits and ties are compulsory for male employees even in July, and no jewelry allowed for most of the female employees. Even the reasonable male leaf is returning the rule, isn't that strict?
#Person2#: To some extent, it is. Anyway, whether they like it or not, they do give people a very good impression.
#Person1#: But it is unjust to judge a book by its cover. If they're not happy or comfortable with their clothes, they can be less productive. I still believe wearing whatever people like is better.
#Person2#: Yes, I agree with you on this point. | #Person1# thinks that the company upstairs has a strict dress code. #Person2# thinks professional attire gives good impressions. #Person1# thinks people can be less productive. #Person2# agrees. |
train_5165 | #Person1#: What do you think of the apartment?
#Person2#: I like it, but there is one problem.
#Person1#: What problem is that?
#Person2#: The faucet in the kitchen is leaking.
#Person1#: I don't understand what the big deal is.
#Person2#: That leak is a problem for my water bill.
#Person1#: What you would like me to do about it?
#Person2#: The leak must be fixed.
#Person1#: I won't be able to fix it at the moment.
#Person2#: I will not rent the apartment with that leaking faucet.
#Person1#: If that's the case, then I will fix the faucet.
#Person2#: Thanks for understanding. | #Person1# makes a compromise to fix the leaking faucet in the kitchen because #Person2# won't rent the apartment otherwise. |
train_5166 | #Person1#: Do you drive a car yourself?
#Person2#: Yes, I just bought new car, I drive to work everyday!
#Person1#: Great! When you become new driver, you are better drive as carefully as possible!
#Person2#: Sure, I see safety is most important thing! Accident is awful! I will take your advice!
#Person1#: Besides, traffic signal in downtown area are very annoying, are they?
#Person2#: Yes, definitely! You can't drive freely!
#Person1#: Now, we are out of the town, you can drive freely!
#Person2#: Compare with speaking, yes! But things are not good as you expecting!
#Person1#: Why not?
#Person2#: Can you see that road side help?
#Person1#: Yes, We are going to across real road.
#Person2#: That's right. We have to slow down again. If we haven't meet the passing tree, we have to stop a car away.
#Person1#: What other signs what we see in road area like this?
#Person2#: There are a plenty of signs such as Watch for children! | #Person2#'s a new driver. #Person1# asks #Person2# to drive freely when they're out of the town but #Person2# still keeps cautious and watches for road signs. |
train_5167 | #Person1#: Do you know which bus I can take to PCC?
#Person2#: Tell me where you need to get on at.
#Person1#: I live on Las Flores and Fair Oaks.
#Person2#: If you don't mind walking, I know a bus you can take.
#Person1#: I'm okay with walking.
#Person2#: Walk all the way down Fair Oaks, and catch the 267 on Altadena Drive.
#Person1#: Do you know which direction it should be heading?
#Person2#: You have to catch it going west.
#Person1#: Which stop do I get off on?
#Person2#: You need to get off on the corner of Del Mar and Hill.
#Person1#: Thank you for telling me.
#Person2#: It was my pleasure. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to go to the bus station, which bus to take and where to get off to go to PCC. |
train_5168 | #Person1#: In what way is your school different from other schools?
#Person2#: Our school is for all children because a few of the children are physically disabled, and some of the others have learning difficulties. In our school, we have faster learners and slower learners.
#Person1#: And is yours the only school like this?
#Person2#: That's correct. Up till now, disabled children and those with learning difficulties were sent to special schools. They grew up in a different world.
#Person1#: What made you decide to start this new school?
#Person2#: We realized that disabled children had no knowledge of children in ordinary schools. We thought it was important that all human beings should grow up together.
#Person1#: Do the slower learners hold up the faster learners?
#Person2#: No. For some classes, slow learners and faster learners are separated. In other classes they all work together.
#Person1#: How does that work?
#Person2#: Well. The faster learners help the slower learners. That way they become very skilled as teachers. When it's time for the faster learners to do a task or do their homework, they do it more quickly and better too. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2#'s school is a school for both slower and faster learners, different from an ordinary school. #Person2# thinks all human beings should grow up together. #Person2#'s school makes faster learners help slower learners. |
train_5169 | #Person1#: Jason, would you tell us a little about how you became a writer?
#Person2#: Well, when I was at school, I wrote stories. Later on, I wrote for The Western Teacher and various other magazines before I got into writing books.
#Person1#: How great you are! | Jason tells #Person1# how he became a writer. |
train_5170 | #Person1#: What's the matter, Paul? You look terrible.
#Person2#: I've just taken my chemistry exam and I'm pretty sure I failed it. I don't know where the professor got some of those questions. I don't see how in the world I could pass.
#Person1#: Come on now. You've been doing very well all year long. It's not very likely you'd suddenly forget everything. Oh, by the way, have the physics grades been posted yet?
#Person2#: I didn't go and look. I was so busy worrying about chemistry. Do you think there's any possibility of me passing for the year if I fail the final?
#Person1#: Sure there is. It's the average that is important. Come on. Just relax. How about having a cup of coffee? | Paul worries about the result of his chemistry and #Person2# cheers him up. |
train_5171 | #Person1#: Do you know Tom?
#Person2#: Tom what?
#Person1#: Tom Smith.
#Person2#: No. But I know a Tim Smith.
#Person1#: Oh, yes, you are right. It was Tim Smith I meant. You know what happened to him the other day?
#Person2#: No, what happened then?
#Person1#: Well, he told me he saw his dead grandfather in London.
#Person2#: Oh, come on. You are not telling a ghost story, are you?
#Person1#: But he told me it was true. You see, his grandfather used to be an army officer during the war. And because he didn't return home after the war, everybody thought he had been killed in the war.
#Person2#: But then, he suddenly appeared alive, like in those films.
#Person1#: Exactly. Tom, oh no, Tim, told me that by chance he saw an old man at the railway station selling newspapers. And he was surprised to see someone like his grandfather in a picture he had seen. So naturally he went to the man and asked him whether his name was Smith. And the man, I mean, his grandfather, said yes, and after that everything happened just like a film.
#Person2#: Amazing. But why didn't the old man go back to his hometown after the war?
#Person1#: Well, that's another long story. I'll tell you later. | #Person1# shares with #Person2# Tim Smith's surprising story that Tim accidentally met his grandfather in the railway station who was thought to be dead during the war. |
train_5172 | #Person1#: Hello, emergency line. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I am calling to report an accident.
#Person1#: Could you give me some details, sir?
#Person2#: A truck hit a car on Highway 204.
#Person1#: Has anyone been badly hurt?
#Person2#: I'm not quite sure. The driver of the truck says he is OK. But the lady in the car might have broken her leg.
#Person1#: May I have your name, sir?
#Person2#: Daniel Smith.
#Person1#: OK, Mr. Smith. We'll send an ambulance and a police car immediately. It's 11:55 now, and they should be there by 12:05. Thanks. | Daniel Smith calls the emergency line to report a traffic accident and ask for medical help. |
train_5173 | #Person1#: James, you have a large collection of stamps, haven't you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm really proud of it. I have thousands of stamps from most countries of the world.
#Person1#: Wow, that's great. How did you get all of them?
#Person2#: Sometimes I took used stamps off envelopes, but mostly my dad brought them back from his travels. Some of the stamps in my collection are of great value. Drop over sometime and I'll show you my collection.
#Person1#: Thanks, I will. | James tells #Person1# about his stamp collection and how he got these stamps. |
train_5174 | #Person1#: What class did you have this afternoon, Kate?
#Person2#: A chemistry class. We've got a new chemistry teacher this term.
#Person1#: Who is it?
#Person2#: James Black. He told us to call Jim, not to call him Mr. Black.
#Person1#: Oh, James Black. I know him. He's a little thin man who smiles a lot.
#Person2#: Yes, but many of us are afraid of him.
#Person1#: Really? But I hear he's a very good teacher.
#Person2#: Yes, he is. His classes are always lively and interesting. And we all watch and listen to him very carefully in his class.
#Person1#: It's important to watch carefully when you're studying chemistry, I think.
#Person2#: Jim often says that too, So we are never allowed to do anything without watching. | Kate tells #Person1# about her new chemistry teacher Mr. Black and his teaching style that Kate isn't allowed to do anything without watching. |
train_5175 | #Person1#: What are you doing tonight?
#Person2#: I have to run to the grocery store.
#Person1#: Don't you hate fighting the crowds on the weekends?
#Person2#: Yes, but I am out of food and milk.
#Person1#: What store do you shop at?
#Person2#: The small one, just down the street. I like their generic brand.
#Person1#: I have been using the store across town for years.
#Person2#: I hear they have very nice stuff.
#Person1#: They do, but they're a little expensive on certain items.
#Person2#: Well, you should try my store. The prices are good.
#Person1#: I will sometime. Thanks for the advice. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# is going groceries at the small store down the street and recommends the store to #Person1#. |
train_5176 | #Person1#: Are the ceremony and reception held in the same place?
#Person2#: No, not usually. Most people are married in a church, and then the wedding party and guests go to another place for the reception. Sometimes, however, they hold the reception in a big room in the church.
#Person1#: Where do they go?
#Person2#: Either they go to a public place such as a hotel, a restaurant, or a club, or to the home of the brid
#Person1#: They go to the home of the bride?
#Person2#: Why do you ask?
#Person1#: The Chinese custom is to go to the groom's home-just the opposite.
#Person2#: Oh! In our country the bride's family is responsible for the entire wedding-arrangement, costs, etc. So the reception is held at her home.
#Person1#: That's very expensive for the family of the bride.
#Person2#: Many American fcrthers joke that they would rather hold the ladder for their daughter to climb down and elope than pay for a wedding.
#Person1#: Tell me something about the bridal bouquet. Isn't it the custom to throw it?
#Person2#: Yes. When the bride and groom are ready to leave on their honeymoon all the single girls gather in one place. The bride stands with her back to them and throws her bouquet over her shoulder and they each try to catch it. The one who does will be the next one married.
#Person1#: Maybe I'll be the one. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about wedding customs including the place to hold the ceremony and reception, traditions in different countries, and the bridal bouquet. |
train_5177 | #Person1#: Were you born in the U. S. , Melissa?
#Person2#: No, I wasn't. I came here in 1992.
#Person1#: How old were you?
#Person2#: I was seventeen.
#Person1#: So, did you go to college right away?
#Person2#: No, because my English wasn't very good. I studied English for two years first.
#Person1#: Wow, your English is really fluent now.
#Person2#: Thanks. Your English is pretty good, too.
#Person1#: Yeah, but I was born here! ! | #Person1# compliments Melissa's English because Melissa isn't a native speaker. |
train_5178 | #Person1#: What do you do in summer?
#Person2#: I love going out into the countryside for walks or bike ride. I love being out in the fresh summer air. How about you?
#Person1#: I don't often go for walks, but I either play sports outside-you know, tennis or badminton-or just sit in the sunshine and read a good book.
#Person2#: What do you do in winter?
#Person1#: Well, I play sports indoors quite often. If I'm feeling lazy, I just watch a film at home. I prefer summer to winter.
#Person2#: I think most people do. I like wearing nice, colorful clothes in summer, you know, a nice dress or skirt. It's too cold for those kinds of clothes in winter.
#Person1#: Yes. I like wearing shorts in summer. My legs would freeze!
#Person2#: Do you think we'll have a nice summer this year?
#Person1#: Thanks to global warming, it could be hotter than ever! | In summer, #Person2# loves going for walks in the countryside while #Person1# enjoys playing sports outside. In winter, #Person1# plays sports indoors often or watch films at home. They both prefer summer to winter. |
train_5179 | #Person1#: Well, you seem to enjoy speaking English.
#Person2#: You can't help learning when you're using it all day. You'll see. A few weeks'study in the school will have a similar effect on you.
#Person1#: I hope so. You see, at the moment I find it difficult to get used to the teacher's speed and accent. I'm awfully worried, I can't reply as quickly as she seems to expect.
#Person2#: Oh, she likes keeping us on our toes by getting us use English throughout the class. She doesn't mind your making mistakes, though.
#Person1#: You know, speaking in class is a very good chance to put your English to practical use. | #Person2# is worried about using English throughout the class. #Person1# thinks using English in class is a good way to practice English. |
train_5180 | #Person1#: Guess what? I found a summer job.
#Person2#: That's great. Anything interesting?
#Person1#: Yes, working at an amusement park.
#Person2#: Wow, that sounds great.
#Person1#: So have you found anything?
#Person2#: Nothing yet, but I have a couple of choices. One is working as an assistant in a hospital mostly answering phones or I can get a job as a gardener again.
#Person1#: Being an assistant sounds more interesting. You'd have better hours and it's probably not as much work.
#Person2#: Yeah, but gardner earns more than an assistant. | #Person1# finds a summer job working at an amusement park. #Person2# hesitates to be an assistant or a gardenner. |
train_5181 | #Person1#: I'm stressed out by holiday parties with lots of treats like cookies, candies and chips as if that wasn't enough. I haven't really been able to exercise and I think I've gained 10 pounds recently.
#Person2#: I'm sorry to hear that. But you are not alone. Many people gain weight.
#Person1#: I think I should make my goal to lose 50 pounds. I could start by not eating sweets.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. You could also try to eat more natural foods.
#Person1#: What do you mean by natural? I don't want to eat vegetables only. I like to eat things with meat.
#Person2#: Eating natural foods means you eat more fruits, vegetables, and unprocessed meats.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: Instead of eating hot dog, you might choose to eat a salad with some grilled chicken instead.
#Person1#: Thanks for your advice, Paul. | #Person1# is stressed about gaining weight during holidays and decides not to eat sweets. Paul agrees and advises #Person1# to eat natural foods to lose weight. |
train_5182 | #Person1#: Hello, Harry, you look terrible! Have you been to the doctor's?
#Person2#: No, I'm not ill. I'm just a bit tired. I'm probably not sleeping enough.
#Person1#: You shouldn't go out so late then.
#Person2#: I'm not going out at all, actually. I'm too busy studying.
#Person1#: Studying? But the exams aren't for another 2 months yet.
#Person2#: I know, but I've got a lot to do. I didn't do much last term. I wish I'd been more like you.
#Person1#: Well, yeah. I went to every lecture and I took lots of notes, but that doesn't mean I'll get good grades. At least you don't get nervous in exams like I do.
#Person2#: Have you started revising yet?
#Person1#: Not yet. I'll probably start next week. But I'm not going to stay up all night doing it. That never does any good. I might work until midnight a couple of times, but that's all. Anyway, you should have a week off.
#Person2#: I don't think so. I can't afford the time. | Harry stays up preparing for the exams because he didn't do much last term. #Person1# feels unnecessary staying up studying and advises Harry to have a week off, but Harry disagrees. |
train_5183 | #Person1#: Do you want to go play tennis with me tomorrow morning?
#Person2#: That would be fun, but I need to pick up my passport from the police station.
#Person1#: Are you going on a trip?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm going to the UK with my dad next month.
#Person1#: Cool, is it a holiday?
#Person2#: Not really, he is going on a business trip in London and I'm going with him to check out a few universities that I might apply for next year.
#Person1#: Sounds great, so how long will you be there?
#Person2#: I'm going to be in London for 5 days, after that I will visit a couple of cities in Schottland as well.
#Person1#: Checking out some schools there, too?
#Person2#: Exactly, well, have a nice weekend and see you at school on Monday.
#Person1#: Thanks. See you. | #Person2# can't play tennis with #Person1# because #Person2# needs to pick up #Person2#'s passport. #Person2#'s going to the UK next month to check out some universities. |
train_5184 | #Person1#: How was your trip to New York?
#Person2#: It was fun. I took the train there.
#Person1#: I didn't know that a train went from Los Angeles to New York.
#Person2#: Well, it doesn't go there directly. First, I took a train North from Southern California to Seattle Washington, then I transferred to another train, this one went across the northern part of the country, from Seattle all the way to Chicago, Illonois.
#Person1#: How long did that part of the trip take?
#Person2#: 45 hours.
#Person1#: Then how long did it take to get from Chicago to New York?
#Person2#: Another 20 hours, this time I had a window seat, and the view was amazing! High stayed up just to look, by the time I arrived in New York. I was exhausted!
#Person1#: Would you recommend traveling that way?
#Person2#: I think it's a great way to see the country, trains often travel near the coast or through other beautiful areas. But I wouldn't recommend it to someone who wants to save time, the whole trip took more than 3 days. | #Person2# shares with #Person1# the train trip from Los Angeles to New York. #Person2# thinks it's a great way to see the country but it isn't recommendable to the time-savers. |
train_5185 | #Person1#: Mary, can you tell me how you keep in shape?
#Person2#: You'll never be in shape until you eat less and take more exercise.
#Person1#: Now, tell me what you often eat.
#Person2#: I often eat fish and eggs.
#Person1#: Do you eat a lot of vegetables?
#Person2#: Oh yes, and fruits. I love fruits very much.
#Person1#: What do you like to drink?
#Person2#: Well, I never drink alcohol, coffee or tea.
#Person1#: Whatever would you like to drink?
#Person2#: I drink a lot of milk. I drink milk almost every day.
#Person1#: How often do you exercise?
#Person2#: Well, I walk every day.
#Person1#: It's a good diet and a regular exercise.
#Person2#: Yes, quite right. | #Person1# asks Mary how to keep in shape. Mary advises keeping a good diet and regular exercise. |
train_5186 | #Person1#: I have been thinking of buying a house and would like to speak with you.
#Person2#: I have time to speak with you. Where would you like to purchase your house?
#Person1#: I am most interested in Pasadena or Arcadia, but would be open to other suggestions.
#Person2#: How many bedrooms and bathrooms do you need?
#Person1#: We have several generations of family living in our household and so need a very large home.
#Person2#: Do you need to be located in a particular school district?
#Person1#: It doesn ' t matter, as we do not have any children.
#Person2#: Is a view important to you, or would you rather be located on a lakeshore lot?
#Person1#: In a perfect world, we would like a home with a view of the lake.
#Person2#: Thank you for all of the information. I will help you find the perfect house for you. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the plan of buying a house. #Person1# prefers a large house with a view of the lake. |
train_5187 | #Person1#: How come it is slow as a snail today?
#Person2#: You mean the network connection?
#Person1#: Yes, I wanted to look for some information on the company page just now. It took me almost one minute to open it. Then there is no response to any click.
#Person2#: I have the same question. I can ' t send out mails. We ' d better call the IT department and ask them to check it immediately.
#Person1#: Ok. | The network connection is slow. #Person1# and #Person2# will call IT to check it. |
train_5188 | #Person1#: How much is it all together?
#Person2#: Let me see. The bell-bottom pants are $ 90 and the coat is $ 120. It comes to $ 210.
#Person1#: Is it possible for you to reduce the price?
#Person2#: I am sorry. It's a one-price shop. | #Person1# buys clothes from #Person2# with no price reduction. |
train_5189 | #Person1#: Good morning. Vane Theater, at your service.
#Person2#: Hello. I'm thinking about watching a Chinese traditional opera with a foreign girl. What's on this weekend?
#Person1#: Well, there will be charity performance on Saturday night. And also, there will be a solo concert by an opera star on Sunday night.
#Person2#: It's a good thing that I have choices here. Can you tell me about the one on Saturday?
#Person1#: Sure. It's to raise money for the homeless.
#Person2#: What about the performance itself?
#Person1#: Oh, it's a reserved opera named The Monkey Creates Havoc in Heaven.
#Person2#: Wow, a story about the clever Monkey King. It's a classic and children's favorite.
#Person1#: It surely is. And the cast is really the best.
#Person2#: Wonderful! How much is the ticket?
#Person1#: The price varies according to the seats. 300 for the front, 200 for the middle, and 50 for the back. | #Person2# is going to watch a Chinese opera with a girl. #Person1# introduces The Monkey Creates Havoc in Heaven and #Person2# is interested. |
train_5190 | #Person1#: How do you decide what grade we get?
#Person2#: I look at many things, attendance, quizzes, and tests.
#Person1#: What is the most important factor?
#Person2#: Obviously I look for improvement as we go along, but I would like you to do your best from the beginning.
#Person1#: How can we keep track of our grades?
#Person2#: The final and midterm are 40 percent of your grade ; homework, attendance, and quizzes total 60 percent.
#Person1#: What if we can't get to school?
#Person2#: You can only miss one class without penalty.
#Person1#: If we have a major problem, will you let us know?
#Person2#: I will be letting you know during the year if you have a major problem. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# decides grade mainly by students' improvement. #Person2# will let #Person1# know if #Person1# has a major problem. |
train_5191 | #Person1#: I'm too tired now. I've already worked for 12 hours overtime!
#Person2#: God! Don't you think they should get you an assistant?
#Person1#: Yes, they were supposed to, but so far nobody's turned up, and I have to do the work alone. This is the first break I've had all day.
#Person2#: They're really running you into the ground. Why don't you ask for some time off? You could take a long weekend and have a good rest.
#Person1#: I'm afraid I can't before I finish this project.
#Person2#: You'd better pay more attention to your health.
#Person1#: I will, thanks for your concern.
#Person2#: You're welcome. | #Person1# complains about work. #Person2# concerns about #Person1#'s health and suggests #Person1# take a break. |
train_5192 | #Person1#: Hey honey! Where were you?
#Person2#: I decided to take Kenny to the park and get some fresh air.
#Person1#: How was it? Were there a lot of kids?
#Person2#: It wasn't too crowded, but we had a great time! We got on the see-saw together, then went on a couple of different slides and then I tried to go with him in the jungle gym, but I didn't fit.
#Person1#: Sounds like fun! When we go he always just likes to play in the sandbox.
#Person2#: Yeah, but today he was really hyper. He even got on the monkey bars and then he went on to go on the swings for a half hour. I'm exhausted!
#Person1#: You should go to the park more often since you don't go to the gym anymore! | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# took Kenny to the park and played the see-saw and slides. Kenny was hyper but #Person2# is exhausted. |
train_5193 | #Person1#: You won't believe who's been elected to do overtime on the Baker account! Me! I'Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime!
#Person2#: Wow! Why so much? I thought they were getting you an assistant.
#Person1#: They were supposed to, but so far nobody's turned up, and I'm left on my own to do the work. This is the first break I'Ve had all day.
#Person2#: They're really running you into the ground. Why don't you ask for some time off? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere. | #Person1# complains about working overtime. #Person2# suggests #Person1# ask for some time off. |
train_5194 | #Person1#: I heard you are looking for a house.
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: How is this going?
#Person2#: I haven't found one that satisfies my demands yet.
#Person1#: I can recommend an apartment for you. A friend of mine is about to move. She doesn't want to rent that house any longer.
#Person2#: Where is the house?
#Person1#: It is on Spring Avenue.
#Person2#: Really! So it is just near my office building. Great! How much is the rent?
#Person1#: It's $ 240 a month.
#Person2#: Does that include utilities?
#Person1#: It includes water, but not gas and electricity.
#Person2#: That's a little expensive.
#Person1#: But it's very convenient for you to walk to work.
#Person2#: Yes. I won't have to take a bus to go to my office. Is it a one-bedroom apartment?
#Person1#: Yes, it is.
#Person2#: That is what I am looking for. Could I go to see the house tomorrow afternoon?
#Person1#: Certainly! But I have to contact my friend first.
#Person2#: All right! Thank you. | #Person1# recommends an apartment to #Person2#, and they discuss the location, rent and utilities of it. #Person2# is going to see the house tomorrow afternoon. |
train_5195 | #Person1#: I'm the Mortgage Advisor at this branch. You wanted a chat about housing loans?
#Person2#: Yes, I've found a wonderful property I wish to buy. Unfortunately, I just don't have access to the cash.
#Person1#: I see. It's a problem most of us face. May I ask what the purchase price is?
#Person2#: It's 600, 000 RIB. But I've already put down 200, 000 RIB, which is my absolute limit, so I'm looking for a loan of 400, 000 RIB.
#Person1#: So, you've already made a large initial deposit? That is good news. OK, let's have a look at your credit details and get this started.
#Person2#: I already have an account with you, so it should be pretty straight forward.
#Person1#: That is good, it should speed things up nicely. | #Person2# consults #Person1# about housing loans because #Person2# wants to buy a property but doesn't have access to the cash. #Person2#'s already made a large initial deposit. |
train_5196 | #Person1#: Hey, Shirley. The party has been wonderful. My husband and my children have enjoyed it very much, and me too.
#Person2#: I've said you will enjoy your life here!
#Person1#: I surely will. By the way, is the party like this held every weekend in our neighborhood?
#Person2#: Oh, I've forgotten to tell you. The party is held every other week. And every family gives their own performance each time.
#Person1#: My children would like that ; they like dancing very much.
#Person2#: That's good!
#Person1#: Look! Who is that guy on the stage?
#Person2#: Oh, my God! That's my husband, Benjamin.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: He likes American Idol very much, and he always imitates the contestant at home. I can't believe he got on the stage himself.
#Person1#: He performs very well. He is so funny!
#Person2#: OK, just ignore him. I've noticed there are lots of exercise facilities in our community. After dinner you can go there for a walk with your family!
#Person1#: OK, that's perfect! By the way, is there any playground in our neighborhood?
#Person2#: Yes, there is one behind our building. And you can play tennis there. But if you want to play tennis there, they will change you 30 Yuan per hour.
#Person1#: OK, got it! Thank you so much. You have helped me a lot!
#Person2#: You are welcome! We are neighbors! | #Person1# appreciates the wonderful party which is held every other week. Shirley can't believe her husband Benjamin got on the stage. Shirley tells #Person1# there is a playground and #Person1# can play tennis. #Person1# thinks Shirley helps #Person1# a lot. |
train_5197 | #Person1#: Um, which of them is the better typist?
#Person2#: Well, Mary types faster than Jones. But I think Jones types more carefully.
#Person1#: Is there any difference in their short hand?
#Person2#: Jones can certainly take down letter more quickly, but Mary's short hand is the best in her class.
#Person1#: How about languages?
#Person2#: Both of them speak excellent French. But I think Mary speaks German more fluently than Jones does.
#Person1#: Um. That doesn't really matter. Because we have more French visitors than German. | #Person1# and #Person2# compares Mary's typing speed and language mastery with Jones'. |
train_5198 | #Person1#: What are you doing there with your mobile phone?
#Person2#: I'm moblogging!
#Person1#: Moblogging? what does that mean?
#Person2#: Oh, moblogging is a combination of the word'mobile'and'blogging'. It's another form of blogging. Users can publish blog entries to the web from a mobile phone or other mobile devices.
#Person1#: Sounds interesting! That must be very convenient.
#Person2#: Yes, you're right. I can blog wherever and whenever I'm on the move. It's especially good when I'm on a business trip and my laptop happens to be away from me.
#Person1#: How can you do that?
#Person2#: Well, if I simply want to write a few words, I'll send it by email or edit it all from the cell phone browser.
#Person1#: What if you want to publish some photos?
#Person2#: Then I'll shoot some pictures, re-size the images and upload them with text descriptions to my blog.
#Person1#: I see. Moblogging must have done a great favor for habitual bloggers like you.
#Person2#: You bet it! | #Person2# explains the moblogging, a combination of the word'mobile' and 'blogging', to #Person1#, and #Person2# can blog wherever and whenever #Person2#'s on the move. |
train_5199 | #Person1#: I'Ve just take out an insurance policy. Are you insured?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. I have life insurance and my home and its contents are also insured.
#Person1#: I took out a life insurance policy and make my wife beneficiary.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. You are a fireman and it can be a dangerous job.
#Person1#: I need to make sure that my wife will be financially secure if I die.
#Person2#: I can terminate my life insurance policy when I retire and use the money as a pension.
#Person1#: That's one of the conditions of my policy too. It covers you if you die before you retire and when you retire.
#Person2#: Did you have to take a medical before you could take out the policy?
#Person1#: Yes, I did. It was one of the conditions of the insurance policy. The insurance company need to assess the risk. | #Person1# and #Person2# both have life insurance which covers them if they die before they retire and when they retire. #Person1# had to take a medical before #Person1# could take out the policy. |
train_5200 | #Person1#: Well, no one could survive without water, but you see pollution has been making more and more water unable for drinking.
#Person2#: Yeah. Water pollution has for a long time been a major concern among the environmental issues.
#Person1#: But what are the sources of water pollution?
#Person2#: They could generally be divided into two categories, direct and indirect contaminant sources.
#Person1#: Well, direct ones are the pollution directly from factories, refineries waste treatment plants etc. , aren't they?
#Person2#: Yeah. They are emitted directly into urban water supplies.
#Person1#: But what about the indirect ones?
#Person2#: Indirect sources include contaminants that enter the water supply from soils or groundwater systems and from the atmosphere via rainwater.
#Person1#: I see. For the sake of us all, we should be an active participator in the prevention of it.
#Person2#: Sure. It's an issue asking for everyone's participation. | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss direct pollutions, which are from factories, refineries waste treatment plants, and indirect pollutions which include contaminants that enter the water supply. Then they call for active participation in dealing with those problems. |
train_5201 | #Person1#: I heard that you're going on your first date Friday night.
#Person2#: Are you angry, Lisa?
#Person1#: Angry? Why would I be?
#Person2#: Please don't tell my mom.
#Person1#: Come on. Dating is a part of young people's social life. Besides, you're sixteen already.
#Person2#: I'm glad that you see it that way.
#Person1#: Do you want to borrow my coat? I have a black coat that would look smashing on you.
#Person2#: Thank you so much, Lisa! | #Person2# is going to date. Lisa will keep it secret and gives her coat to #Person2#. |
train_5202 | #Person1#: How did you spend the weekend?
#Person2#: I went to a movie with my boyfriend.
#Person1#: Really? How was it?
#Person2#: It was great. The director took a lot of care while framing. They say be has good chance at winning the Oscar for best director. Also I like the actors, some really great new young actors.
#Person1#: Oh, yeah? What's it about?
#Person2#: Well, it's the classic love story between two people from conflicting backgrounds. But besides a beautiful story, the cinematography is great. There is some really dramatic footage. It's really quite a visual feast. And the soundtrack is moving.
#Person1#: Sounds pretty good. Is it a tragedy?
#Person2#: The ending is a bit of a surprise. I don't want to ruin it for you.
#Person1#: Oh, I like movies with surprise endings, although, sometimes they can be frustrating. Maybe I should invite my girlfriend to go next weekend.
#Person2#: It would be a really good choice. The movie is very suitable for lovers to see together. I'm sure you won't regret it. | #Person2# recommends a movie to #Person1# which is about the classic love story between two people from conflicting backgrounds with great cinematography. #Person1# may invite #Person1#'s girlfriend to see it next weekend. |
train_5203 | #Person1#: What are you listening now, Fred?
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: Hey! Man, put your earphone out. I said which song you are listening to.
#Person2#: Jay Chou's title song in his new album.
#Person1#: What's your comment on his new album?
#Person2#: Gorgeous! There is another song combining Chinese and western music styles. I am crazy for it, so I hear it over and again. And I plan to make it as the ringbone of my mobile.
#Person1#: Let me enjoy it.
#Person2#: I suppose this song can be the No. 1 on the top chart.
#Person1#: I cann't wait for buying his CD now. | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss the new album of Jay Chou, and #Person2# is crazy for one song. |
train_5204 | #Person1#: Mr. Martin, we're on arrival.
#Person2#: It's nice of you to see my off at the airport. Thank you very much.
#Person1#: We'll miss you. I hope we'll keep in touch.
#Person2#: Sure. You've given a great help to me in the past days.
#Person1#: It's my pleasure. We hope you'll visit Beijing again.
#Person2#: Certainly. I'll be glad to.
#Person1#: It's almost time to get aboard.
#Person2#: Yes, we should go. Thank you very much. Goodbye!
#Person1#: Bye bye! Have a pleasant journey! | #Person1# sees Mr. Martin off at the airport. Mr. Martin thanks for #Person1#'s help in the past days. |
train_5205 | #Person1#: Hello, Tony. Fancy meeting you here. How are things going with you?
#Person2#: Not too bad, thanks. And you?
#Person1#: Pretty good! How are your parents these days?
#Person2#: Oh, they are fine. They are enjoying their retirement.
#Person1#: Oh, good. That's nice to hear. Well, I am going to a football match. I need to go.
#Person2#: Say hi to your family for me.
#Person1#: Thanks, I will, byebye! | Tony and #Person1# greet each other. #Person1# is going to a football match. |
train_5206 | #Person1#: Get up, it's time for you to get ready.
#Person2#: Let me just get five more minutes of sleep.
#Person1#: I would, but you need to start getting ready for school.
#Person2#: I understand, but all I want is five more minutes of sleep.
#Person1#: If I let you go back to sleep, I know that you won't get up in five minutes.
#Person2#: Trust me. I'm going to wake up.
#Person1#: You have a lot to get done this morning.
#Person2#: I already know, and I'll take care of all that when I wake up.
#Person1#: I want you to be on time for school today.
#Person2#: I'll make it to school on time. Don't worry.
#Person1#: Okay, I'll let you sleep for a little while longer.
#Person2#: I really appreciate that. | #Person1# wakes #Person2# up but #Person2# wants to sleep more and will prepare everything after waking up. So #Person1# lets #Person2# sleep for a little while longer. |
train_5207 | #Person1#: Freeze! Police! Put your hands over your head!
#Person2#: What did I do? I haven't done anything.
#Person1#: You're under arrest for concealing illegal drugs.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: You are suspected of hiding illegal drugs. So we are taking you into custody.
#Person2#: I didn't do anything.
#Person1#: We've found some heroin at your house.
#Person2#: No, I didn't. I'm innocent. Those aren't mine. Whatever you found is someone else's stuff. You can't prove anything. I wasn't there when you went in, and you can't prove it's my stuff.
#Person1#: That may be, but you're still under arrest. And you'd better stop talking.
#Person2#: I don't need your help, jerk.
#Person1#: Whatever you say. | #Person2# is arrested by the police because #Person2# is suspected of hiding illegal drugs, but #Person2# refuses to confess. |
train_5208 | #Person1#: Did I do well on my test?
#Person2#: Do you want to know the honest answer?
#Person1#: Why wouldn't I want to know?
#Person2#: You had pretty bad scores.
#Person1#: Exactly what do you mean by bad?
#Person2#: You failed.
#Person1#: How'd I fail it?
#Person2#: There are a couple of reasons why you didn't pass.
#Person1#: What did I do wrong?
#Person2#: To sum it all up, you really just don't know how to drive.
#Person1#: Thanks. Will I be able to take a retest?
#Person2#: Sure you can, in about two and a half weeks. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# didn't pass the driving test but that #Person1# can take a retest. |
train_5209 | #Person1#: Have you ever done your shopping at Whole Foods market?
#Person2#: I haven't shopped there. How is the food?
#Person1#: The food there is wonderful.
#Person2#: I go to Sons for my groceries.
#Person1#: I prefer the food at Whole Foods.
#Person2#: Is there something wrong with Sons?
#Person1#: Sons doesn't offer a lot of organic foods.
#Person2#: Do they offer organic foods at Whole Foods?
#Person1#: Yes, that's the place to go to get healthier food.
#Person2#: Maybe I'll try that store out.
#Person1#: If you like Sons, then I'm sure you'll love Whole Foods.
#Person2#: You're making me a believer. | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss differences between Whole Foods market and Sons. #Person2# will try Whole Foods which offers organic foods. |
train_5210 | #Person1#: Did you watch the finale last night? My favorite singer won!
#Person2#: Oh, I love him too. He not only sings well but shows perseverance when he encounters difficulties in the contest.
#Person1#: Yeah, he got booted after his initial performance in the audition, but he did not give up. He then tried at another two auditions.
#Person2#: He had barely survived the third audition and finally got a chance to advance in the contest. Fortunately, in the third audition, he has won popularity among the audience. And that's when I started to notice him.
#Person1#: Me too.
#Person2#: Before he made the top three, I was so nervous. I just fear that he might be knocked out.
#Person1#: Yeah, there're so many excellent candidates out there. Who knows which one will make it to the final?
#Person2#: Absolutely. That's why when he entered the finale, I was so excited.
#Person1#: He really did a great job in the finale, especially in the PK round. He performed so well that the majority of the audience cast their votes for him.
#Person2#: And the host announced that he won it all! | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing the singer #Person1# loves most. They review the whole process in which the singer persisted in every audition, made a great performance, and won at last. |
train_5211 | #Person1#: I've heard so much about Japan. Is it a beautiful country?
#Person2#: Not everyone thinks Japan is beautiful, but to me its beauty is breathtaking. You feel the same way about France, don't you?
#Person1#: Yes, I do feel the same way about France. The swift rivers, the fertile valleys, the large cities-its scenery is beautiful. Will you describe the geography of Japan?
#Person2#: Well, it's made up of four large islands and many smaller islands located off the coast of the Asian main lands. France isn't an island, is it?
#Person1#: Oh, no, France isn't an island. It is located in the western part of the European continent. But France does have many fine harbors and port cities on its southern and western coasts. Does Japan have good harbors?
#Person2#: Good harbors! Yokohama is one of the most famous port cities in the world, and Japan is the largest shipbuilding nation in the world. Also, there are long mountain ranges in the southern is hands. France isn't very mountainous, is it?
#Person1#: No, France isn't very mountainous. But it does contain the Pyrenees, a large mountain range with high peaks and deep canyons. What kind of Climate does Japan have?
#Person2#: The Japanese climate is warm and moist in the south, mild in the central part and cold in the north. Except for Hokkaido, we don't get much snowfall at all. France has a mild climate, doesn't it?
#Person1#: Yes, the climate of France rarely has severe winters. In southern France, one can live in comfort the whole year. Is Japan good for farming?
#Person2#: Yes, Japan is good for farming. Rice is the main crop, but Japan is also an industrial center. Fishing is very important, too. Rice isn't grown in France, is it?
#Person1#: No, rice isn't grown in France. But farming, fishing and industry are also very important in France. I'd like to go to Japan some day. Would you like to visit France?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like to visit France. I'd like to travel all over the world. As you describe it, France seems to be very much like Japan. I would like to see it for myself. | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss differences between France and Japan. At first, they compare the geography of the two countries. Japan is made up of islands while France is located on the continent. They both have good harbors but France also has mountains. When it comes to climate, France is warmer. Farming, fishing, and industry in the two countries are very important. |
train_5212 | #Person1#: Mr. Mass, here is a gift for you.
#Person2#: Oh. Thanks a million.
#Person1#: It's a souvenir I bought for you from Rome.
#Person2#: How beautiful! I love it at all.
#Person1#: I'm glad you like it.
#Person2#: It's very kind of you. I really don't know how I can thank you enough.
#Person1#: Don't mention it. Just a little thing I did. | #Person1# gives a gift to Mr. Mass. Mr. Mass thanks #Person1# a lot. |
train_5213 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, Lincoln Corporate Services. Lina speaking, how may I help?
#Person2#: Hello, Lina. I'm calling about your new PIN scheme. I'm new to all of this, so some of my questions may sound a little ignorant. . .
#Person1#: That's not a problem, I'm more than happy to explain everything in laymen's terms. PIN stands for Personal Internet Banking. You can do all of your usual banking using the Internet, no need to call
#Person2#: I see. How about buying and selling items?
#Person1#: We can take care of that for you, too. You can get all of your usual banking services plus some new extra ones. As this service is net bases, you can do it anywhere.
#Person2#: That's good to know, because I do travel quite frequently. | Lina tells #Person2# PIN stands for Personal Internet Banking and #Person2# can get all of the usual banking services plus some new extra ones anywhere. |
train_5214 | #Person1#: Flip it to channel 9, will you, Janet? There's a big basketball game on in a couple of minutes.
#Person2#: Sorry, turkey. I have already got dibs on the TV for tonight, remember? And I'm watching'Disco Fever'on channel 6.
#Person1#: Oh, yeah, smarty-pants? Over my dead body. Now, don't be such a brat and. . .
#Person2#: Hey, what's wrong with the TV?
#Person1#: I don't know! The picture went blank all of a sudden. It's probably the picture tube.
#Person2#: Looks like the TV wins that argument.
#Person1#: Yeah. Oh well, how about a game of cards instead?
#Person2#: Sure, why not? | #Person1# and Janet wants to watch different channels. Suddenly the TV breaks down and they decide to play a game of cards instead. |
train_5215 | #Person1#: Will you book a ticket to New York for me?
#Person2#: Yes, sir. When do you want to leave here?
#Person1#: This Saturday.
#Person2#: Will, that'll be the sixth of September.
#Person1#: That's right. Will you check what fights are available on the sixth of September?
#Person2#: I'll check it over. Oh, there're three flights available that day. one at 2 p. m. , one at 5 p. m. and the other at 9p. m.
#Person1#: I'll have the 5 o'clock one. What time do I check in?
#Person2#: 4 o'clock.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to book a ticket. #Person1# chooses to leave for New York at 5 o'clock on September 9th. |
train_5216 | #Person1#: We have received your resume in answer to our ads. I would like to talk with you regarding your qualification for this position, OK?
#Person2#: It is my honor to have this chance for this interview. Well, my major is commercial English. You know, and I am not only familiar with useful English expressions in business, but also learn some theories on this field. Besides, during my college learning period, I also attended some commercial activities to strive for the opportunity of practicing what I learned.
#Person1#: What is your greatest weakness?
#Person2#: Well, I was a diligent student when I stayed in my college. I dislike meeting the deadline, when I am working on a project. I am always willing to complete it well ahead of the schedule.
#Person1#: What is the greatest disappointment in your life?
#Person2#: Well, I lost my grandpa when I was only ten. I often recall the period when he fed me.
#Person1#: Well done! Another question! When will you start work, if you are hired?
#Person2#: I will start my work at the beginning of next month. | #Person1# is interviewing #Person2#. #Person2# majors in commercial English and dislikes meeting the deadline. #Person2# thinks the greatest disappointment is that #Person2# lost #Person2#'s grandpa when #Person2# was ten. #Person2# will start working at the beginning of next month if hired. |
train_5217 | #Person1#: Wow, that was an amazing show!
#Person2#: Yeah, the crowd was totally out of control.
#Person1#: I know! Did you see what that guy did in the front of the stage?
#Person2#: You mean the guy who took a dive into the audience from the stage?
#Person1#: Yeah! He landed directly in the middle of all those crazy people and was carried to a safe place by the crowd. It was so cool!
#Person2#: What did you think of the opening band?
#Person1#: To be honest, that's who I really went there to see. | #Person1# and #Person2# are amazed by the enthusiasm of the crowd and the guy diving into the audience. |
train_5218 | #Person1#: Hi, Lily. Great graduation party, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes, everyone here is having a good time. Any ideas for the future?
#Person1#: Well, I'm interested in finance and my uncle runs a company in Hong Kong, so I decided to go to Hong Kong University.
#Person2#: Sounds great. Hong Kong is an international financial center. You will surely go far there.
#Person1#: What about you?
#Person2#: I'd like to go to university in Beijing.
#Person1#: What do you want to take as your major, computer science or medicine?
#Person2#: I prefer medicine. It's always being my dream to be a doctor. | #Person1# is going to Hong Kong University to study finance. Lily is going to a university in Beijing to study medicine. |
train_5219 | #Person1#: Hey. Uh, what are you doing home this weekend? I thought classes didn't end until next week.
#Person2#: Hi Dad. I love you.
#Person1#: Ah, the three magic words: I NEED HELP! I've heard those before.
#Person2#: Uh, Well, we'd better sit down.
#Person1#: Uh, this doesn't sound good.
#Person2#: Well, first of all ... hey, is that painting on the wall new?
#Person1#: No, no, no, no, no. Let's get back to the conversation now.
#Person2#: Okay, first of all, I am failing all of my classes, I lost my job, I wrecked my car, I mean, your car last week. It's at the bottom of the lake ... I think, and the laptop I borrowed from you ... well, it was in the backseat of the car. That's all of the good news.
#Person1#: Uh, wait ...
#Person2#: Dad. You're not saying anything ...
#Person1#: Okay. Now, what's the bad news?
#Person2#: Well, I just found out that my old boyfriend was a member of a gang; he says that he and 20 of his friends are gonna come over here to talk to you about what you posted on their Facebook page.
#Person1#: I don't even know how to use Facebook!
#Person2#: Well, you do now. I have to go. I'd rather not be here in about 20 minutes. Love you. Bye.
#Person1#: Ugh!! | #Person2# tells #Person2#'s dad that #Person2# failed classes, lost the job, and wrecked dad's laptop and car. And the bad news is that #Person2#'s old boyfriend, a gangster, will come over to talk to #Person2#'s dad. |
train_5220 | #Person1#: John, did you have a dream when you was a little boy?
#Person2#: Of course I did. I dreamed to be a pilot when I grow up. But unfortunately, I didn't realize it.
#Person1#: I had the same experience with you. When I was a little boy I dreamed to be a great scientist. But now you see, I'm just a common office clerk.
#Person2#: Okay, forget about that. S, do you have some practical dreams at present?
#Person1#: I do. And now I'm working hard to learn English, and I want to be an interpreter some day.
#Person2#: You're promising. Just follow your dream and never give up.
#Person1#: Thanks, I will. | John dreamed to be a pilot. #Person1# dreamed to be a scientist, but #Person1# dreams to be an interpreter at present. |
train_5221 | #Person1#: Joanne, let's not make this divorce any more acrimonious than it already is, okay? Let's just get down to business and start dividing this stuff up fairly, so we can go our separate ways, alright?
#Person2#: Fine with me. I just want to get this over with. It's important we make a clean break. I should have signed a pre-nup.
#Person1#: What was that?
#Person2#: Nothing! Anyway, you're right, there's no reason this has to be nasty. My lawyer tells me you've accepted our alimony proposal and the division of property, as well as the custody agreement-I keep the cat and you get the dog. So that's done. . . finally.
#Person1#: Let's not go there, Joanne! Ok, so let's start with the record collection, I'll take the albums I contributed and you can have your cheesy disco albums back.
#Person2#: Fine, but I'm keeping the antique gramophone as my grandfather gave it to me.
#Person1#: I believe that was a wedding present to both of us, Joanne. And you hardly ever use it!
#Person2#: He's my grandfather, and he never really liked you anyway!
#Person1#: Whatever! Alright, I'll concede the silly gramophone, if you'll agree that I get the silver tea set.
#Person2#: How typical, when are you ever going to use a silver tea set? Fine! I don't want to drag this out any longer than necessary. What's next? What about these old photographs?
#Person1#: Which ones? Let me have a look. Wow, look at that! That brings back memories. . . That?
#Person2#: Our trip to Italy! I remember that day. We were going to visit the Trevi fountain, and we got caught in the rain. . .
#Person1#: . . . and you looked so adorable with your hair all wet. I had to take a picture of you standing there in that little alley, smiling and laughing in the rain. . .
#Person2#: Oh, we really did have fun back then, didn't we?
#Person1#: Oh, Joanne, are we making a big mistake? I know our relationship has been on the rocks for sometime but are you sure we can't reconcile and try again? I still love you.
#Person2#: Oh Jeff! I love you too! I'm so glad we didn't have to decide who keeps the motorcycle.
#Person1#: The motorcycle? But that's mine! | Jeff and Joanne are quarreling about the division of property. Joanna wants to keep the antique gramophone while Jeff wants to get the silver tea set. An old picture reminds them of the happy time they had together and they start to think if their relationship can't be reconciled. |
train_5222 | #Person1#: what are you doing?
#Person2#: I'm just trying to complete today's crossword puzzle. Whenever I get the time, I like to do the crossword puzzles in the paper.
#Person1#: you really like brains that make you think, don't you?
#Person2#: I guess you could say that. What kind of games do you like?
#Person1#: I guess the games I like the most are the ones that I'm good at!
#Person2#: Doesn't everyone? Which games are those?
#Person1#: Well, I like to play darts. Whenever I go to a bar, I usually play for a few hours.
#Person2#: Did you play a lot of games when you were little?
#Person1#: My parents used to love to play checkers and dominoes. We used to have family tournaments every weekend.
#Person2#: Do you still like playing those games?
#Person1#: Not at all. I never really did, to be honest. What about you? Did your family used to play games together?
#Person2#: Everyone in my family really enjoys playing card games.
#Person1#: Some of my friends play cards on the internet. Have you ever tried that?
#Person2#: No, I prefer to play with people I know.
#Person1#: How about mah-jong?
#Person2#: It's a popular game with some people, but I've never played it.
#Person1#: I thought everyone in your country were experts at mah-jong!
#Person2#: I hate to disappoint you, but unlike what most people think, we aren't all exactly the same! | #Person2# likes to do crossword puzzles and #Person1# likes to play darts. #Person1# thought everyone in #Person2#'s country was experts at mah-jong but #Person2# says people aren't all exactly the same. |
train_5223 | #Person1#: What's the matter with you? You don't look well.
#Person2#: Nothing. Maybe it is just the weather. Rainy days often make me feel a little sad.
#Person1#: Really? I like rainy days. The moisture in the air is good for my skin.
#Person2#: Sure. But it is too cold today. I have to put on warm clothes and look stupid.
#Person1#: Me, too. At this time of the year, I often miss my home in the warm south. | #Person2# feels bad because of the rainy weather. But #Person1# likes rainy days. |
train_5224 | #Person1#: Where do you work, Andrea?
#Person2#: I work for Thomas Cook Travel.
#Person1#: Oh, really? What do you do there?
#Person2#: I'm a guide. I take people on tours to countries in South America, like Peru.
#Person1#: That sounds interesting !
#Person2#: Yes, it's a great job. I love it. And what do you do?
#Person1#: I'm a student, and I have a part-time job, too.
#Person2#: Oh? Where do you work?
#Person1#: In a fast-food restaurant.
#Person2#: Which restaurant?
#Person1#: Hamburger Heaven. | Andrea is a guide. #Person1# is a student but has a part-time job in a restaurant. |
train_5225 | #Person1#: Good evening. Do you have a reservation?
#Person2#: No, we don't.
#Person1#: How many people are you together?
#Person2#: Just two people.
#Person1#: Would you like to sit in a smoking section, a non-smoking section or whatever comes open first?
#Person2#: We prefer non-smoking section.
#Person1#: I am awfully sorry but there are no vacancies left now. Would you like to wait for a moment?
#Person2#: How long a wait do you think there'll be?
#Person1#: I think about ten minutes.
#Person2#: Ok, we'll wait a while.
#Person1#: I am sorry for making you wait so long. Now there is a table available in non-smoking section. Please follow me.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: This is the menu. Are you ready to order now?
#Person2#: Well, I think I'd like to have a tomato sausage soup first. And the same for him, please.
#Person1#: Yes, and what would you like to drink?
#Person2#: One goblet of red wine and one bottle of beer please.
#Person1#: Would you like a dessert?
#Person2#: What special kind of desserts do you have?
#Person1#: Lemon pie, hot cake in syrup, chocolate sundae and custard pudding.
#Person2#: Well, I think we will order after we finish the main course.
#Person1#: All right. I'll bring your soup right away. | #Person2# goes to a restaurant without a reservation, so #Person2# waits for non-smoking section vacancy for a while. After #Person2# is seated, #Person1# helps #Person2# order the main course and drink. |
train_5226 | #Person1#: Do you usually feel nervous, anxious or scared during tests, Jane?
#Person2#: I used to.
#Person1#: How did you get over it then?
#Person2#: Believe it or not, tests don't mean that we should do extra work. Teachers and schools give us tests for very important reasons. Knowing it is very important for you.
#Person1#: I see, but sometimes it can't help.
#Person2#: Giving a test is a way for a teacher to see what the students have learned, and to find out who is having trouble. Then he can decide on the teaching plan.
#Person1#: That is what our head teacher often says in class. But I still can't control myself sometimes.
#Person2#: Sometimes schools have to prove that the students are learning and one way to do this is to have tests.
#Person1#: You are right.
#Person2#: And tests make sure that students do their homework.
#Person1#: Thanks. I feel much more comfortable now.
#Person2#: You can make it if you try hard. | #Person1# feels nervous and scared about tests. #Person2# comforts #Person1# by explaining the advantages of test including proving students' skills and giving teachers feedback. |
train_5227 | #Person1#: In the end, we chose David. He wasn't ideal but there was nobody else who we interviewed that we liked.
#Person2#: But we really regret it now. He's really antisocial. He stays in his room all day reading.
#Person1#: True, it's like he feels superior to us.
#Person2#: He doesn't leave his dirty clothes around. That's one good thing I suppose.
#Person1#: And the food he makes is disgusting. I'd like to share meals, but with him, it's impossible. He only eats frozen rubbish and then sometimes he takes my food without asking which is annoying.
#Person2#: He always gives his opinions about smoking when I smoke, as if he was the adult and I was the kid.
#Person1#: The other day, I caught him kicking one of the cats. Poor thing.
#Person2#: At least he's going soon. There's only 6 weeks left. | #Person1# and #Person2# regret choosing David. They think he is antisocial and the food he made is disgusting. He always gives opinions and #Person1# caught him kicking a cat. |
train_5228 | #Person1#: Why don't you get another job for a change?
#Person2#: But I like my job, you know, I like fresh air, and the pay is not bad.
#Person1#: Look, digging gardens is not a job for a University graduate, if I were you I'd take some kind of direction lawyer teaching.
#Person2#: Teaching? Anything but that. It's so boring.
#Person1#: Come on, you really must think of the future.
#Person2#: I'll tell you what. I'd like to be a doctor.
#Person1#: Well, you should think very seriously about that. It means a lot of study and then, working all sorts of hours.
#Person2#: Yes, maybe. But the idea sounds interesting.
#Person1#: Well, then you ought to get some information about it as soon as possible. | #Person1# thinks #Person2# should get another job because digging garden is not suitable. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# wants to be a doctor. |
train_5229 | #Person1#: Hi John, are you used to the curriculum in our school?
#Person2#: Yeah, I think it's very interesting. In my country, students often go to school from 7:30 in the morning until 5:30 in the afternoon.
#Person1#: 5 days a week too.
#Person2#: Actually 5 and 1/2. On Saturday, there is only 1/2 day.
#Person1#: That's too much I think. By the way, where are you going? Do you want to have dinner with me in the school canteen?
#Person2#: Well, I'm going to return the books to the library. And I want to find more books about your culture. | John tells #Person1# he thinks the curriculum is very interesting. #Person1# invites John to have dinner together, but John refuses. |
train_5230 | #Person1#: Excuse me, can I join the library?
#Person2#: Are you a student of our college?
#Person1#: No, I'm not. But I hear that it's open to the public.
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: OK. Does it cost anything to join?
#Person2#: Well, it's free for students of our college while it is 125 pounds per year or 35 pounds per quarter for the public.
#Person1#: How many books can I borrow at a time?
#Person2#: Students here can borrow 10 books and 2 magazines. But for public members like you, it's only 6 books.
#Person1#: And what will it be if I return books late.
#Person2#: The fine is 2 pounds per book every day. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about how to join the library as a public member. #Person1# needs to pay for it and can borrow 6 books at a time. |
train_5231 | #Person1#: Dear audience, tonight we have Stephan Darcy with us in the studio. Congratulations on your book Life And Everything In Between Steven hit such a success.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: This is your first attempt at poetry. Did you ever try it before? Did you take any classes in poetry?
#Person2#: Well, my only real experience was writing business plans. I've always had a good grasp of the English language, my mom encouraged me to read when I was very little.
#Person1#: What's the hardest thing about creating your work?
#Person2#: Finding the perfect words to fit what I wanted to say, there's always a word or 2 that I might still rewrite if given the chance.
#Person1#: Will there be more collections of poetry?
#Person2#: There will be more of something I suppose, but maybe not poetry. I really don't see myself as a poet. Rather, I see what I wrote as a kind of writing that might inspire people in some way. | Stephan Darcy tells #Person1# his only real experience was writing business plans and the hardest thing is finding the perfect words to fit what he wanted to say. Darcy might write more but maybe not poetry. |
train_5232 | #Person1#: Can I help you, Miss?
#Person2#: I would like to order 2 office-style cabinets and desk calendars. We want office-style cabinets in white. The catalogue number is 90 - f - 2356.
#Person1#: How soon do you want it?
#Person2#: Could you deliver it tomorrow?
#Person1#: No problem.
#Person2#: Please handle the items carefully.
#Person1#: Certainly.
#Person2#: We will pay by collect on delivery. | #Person2# orders 2 office-style cabinets and desk calendars. #Person1# will deliver them tomorrow. |
train_5233 | #Person1#: Where ' s Sally, Jack?
#Person2#: She ' s in the garden, Jane.
#Person1#: What ' s she doing?
#Person2#: She ' s sitting under the tree.
#Person1#: Is Tim in the garden, too?
#Person2#: Yes, he is. He ' s climbing the tree.
#Person1#: I beg your pardon? Who ' s climbing the tree.
#Person2#: Tim is.
#Person1#: What about the dog?
#Person2#: The dog ' s in the garden, too. It ' s running across the grass. It ' s running after a cat. | Jack tells Jane that Sally, Tim, and the dog are all in the garden. |
train_5234 | #Person1#: I hate to go outside.
#Person2#: Me too.
#Person1#: Why do you hate to go outside?
#Person2#: I meet too many jerks.
#Person1#: I agree.
#Person2#: This city is full of jerks.
#Person1#: Rude people are everywhere.
#Person2#: But what can you do?
#Person1#: You can yell at them.
#Person2#: And they will yell back at you.
#Person1#: Yelling doesn't do any good.
#Person2#: No. The best thing to do is just stay home. | #Person1# and #Person2# hate to go outside. They think the city is full of jerks and rude people. |
train_5235 | #Person1#: May I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, please. I'd like to buy a gift for my younger brother. He's going to take a trip to South America.
#Person1#: By air or by sea?
#Person2#: By air. So my gift should be quite light. What can you suggest?
#Person1#: How about this wallet? It's made of fine leather.
#Person2#: My sister already gave him one. I like something unusual.
#Person1#: This gift is the best for a man who has everything.
#Person2#: Oh, a nice handkerchief. That's a great idea. I'll take it. | #Person2# wants to buy a light gift for his brother. #Person1# recommends a handkerchief. #Person2#'ll take it. |
train_5236 | #Person1#: What will you do now? Propose to her.
#Person2#: Of course I won't chill out. Opportunity knocks only once.
#Person1#: You should strike while the iron is hot.
#Person2#: You're right. I will have a talk to her about that. | #Person1# suggests #Person2# propose as soon as possible. |
train_5237 | #Person1#: I have a question about my cable.
#Person2#: What do you need?
#Person1#: I haven't been able to watch my cable for the past week.
#Person2#: Right now the cable isn't working.
#Person1#: Could you tell me when it will be back on?
#Person2#: The cable should be running again in a couple of days.
#Person1#: In the meantime, do I still have to pay for the cable?
#Person2#: We'll just give you a credit for the inconvenience.
#Person1#: Does that mean I won't have to pay for it?
#Person2#: It'll be free until it comes back on.
#Person1#: Thanks, I appreciate your help.
#Person2#: Thank you for all your patience. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the cable isn't working and it'll be free until it comes back on. |
train_5238 | #Person1#: Steward!
#Person2#: Yes, ma'am?
#Person1#: May I have a magazine or something?
#Person2#: Certainly. Just a moment. I'll be right back with one. Which do you prefer, one in English or in Chinese?
#Person1#: One in English, please.
#Person2#: All right, ma'am. | Steward will bring #Person1# a magazine in English. |
train_5239 | #Person1#: Do you think I still fashionable in this dress?
#Person2#: I think so. Blue is still very fashionable at the moment.
#Person1#: This style came out last year, though. I like the dress, but I'm not sure whether last year's fashions will be same this year.
#Person2#: I think this kind of dress will stay in fashion for a few more years. People don't change fashions every year. It would be too expensive.
#Person1#: Yes. Only the top designer try to tell people to change fashion every year, but only rich people can do it.
#Person2#: There are some real fashion victims who just have to keep totally up-to-date with expensive clothes.
#Person1#: I wish I could be one of those people, but my budget simply doesn't stretch that far. I have to limit the amount of money I spend on clothes otherwise I would go on a shopping frenzy.
#Person2#: I know what you mean. The situation will be worse if we marry our boyfriends and have children. The we'll have even less money to spend on fashionable clothes! | #Person1# and #Person2# agree that people don't change fashions every year because it's expensive, and they have to limit the money they spend on fashion. |
train_5240 | #Person1#: What do you do in summer?
#Person2#: I love going out into the countryside for walks or bike ride. I love being out in the fresh summer air. How about you?
#Person1#: I don't often go for walks, but I either play sports outside-you know, tennis or badminton-or just sit in the sunshine and read a good book.
#Person2#: What do you do in winter?
#Person1#: Well, I play sports indoors quite often. If I'm feeling lazy, I just watch a film at home. I prefer summer to winter.
#Person2#: I think most people do. I like wearing nice, colorful clothes in summer-you know, a nice dress or skirt. It's too cold for those kinds of clothes in winter.
#Person1#: Yes. I like wearing shorts in summer. My legs would freeze!
#Person2#: Do you think we'll have a nice summer this year?
#Person1#: Thanks to global warming, it could be hotter than ever! | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about what they do in summer and winter. They prefer summer to winter because it's too cold to wear the clothes they like in winter. |
train_5241 | #Person1#: I haven't got enough evidence for prosecuting him.
#Person2#: Why don't you find someone who is in the know.
#Person1#: I'm just thinking about that, but the trouble is, I don't know who is well in the know.
#Person2#: Did you ask his former secretary, Lora? She knows a lot about him.
#Person1#: Thanks for reminding me. She's the right person to help me. | #Person1# hasn't got enough evidence for prosecuting someone. #Person2# suggests asking his former secretary. |
train_5242 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Mr. Li. May I ask you some questions?
#Person2#: Sure. Take a seat, please. What would you like to know?
#Person1#: Can you tell me how many credits would be enough for a Bachelor's degree?
#Person2#: A Bachelor is awarded to a student who successfully completes over 120 units, including general and specific requirements, for his or her undergraduate major and elective courses.
#Person1#: How long does it take to earn a Bachelor's degree?
#Person2#: Normally it can be completed in four years. | Mr. Li tells #Person1# #Person1# needs 120 units to complete a Bachelor's degree which normally takes four years. |
train_5243 | #Person1#: David, what's new with you? You are not in the mood. Can you tell me?
#Person2#: After six months, my college life will come to the end. The following trouble will be the job-hunting. That's really a headache.
#Person1#: Do not take things so seriously, my pal! Every one of us will face the trouble and job-hunting is inevitable. Take it easy! Believe in yourself and some day you will be successful.
#Person2#: It sounds reasonable. Maybe I should look on the bright side. | David is upset because he worries about job-hunting after graduation. #Person1# cheers him up. |
train_5244 | #Person1#: Fred, have you made the plan for April 28th?
#Person2#: Yes, sir. Shall I explain the details of the plan now?
#Person1#: You go!
#Person2#: According to your schedule, you will visit the Times Company, including its office building, workshops and stores, in the morning from 8: 30 to 11
#Person1#: Is there anything after the meeting? In that case, would you add one plan? I want to visit our guest Mr. Ross after the meeting. Can you arrange it for me? | Fred explains the details of the plan for April 28th to #Person1#. #Person1# asks him to add one plan after the meeting. |
train_5245 | #Person1#: How do you do? I need your help in selecting a foreign market to invest!
#Person2#: Fine. I have your letter and I've made some notes.
#Person1#: How can I find out what countries to invest?
#Person2#: We have quite a lot of import and export information and can give you figures on population, consumption, production, and foreign exchange reserves.
#Person1#: Great. I want to get an idea for the purchasing ability in various countries.
#Person2#: But you're also going to have to give some attention to trade restrictions. You can get much information about environment of investment. | #Person1# asks #Person2# for help in selecting a foreign market to invest in. #Person2# reminds #Person1# to pay attention to trade restrictions when considering the purchasing ability in various countries. |
train_5246 | #Person1#: Are you alright, child?
#Person2#: Hey, I still know my name.
#Person1#: What did the nurse say?
#Person2#: She said I have a fever but nothing major.
#Person1#: In that case, you should go home and get plenty of rest.
#Person2#: What if this small fever turns into a big fever?
#Person1#: Then I'll phone our family physician and make an appointment for you. | #Person2# has a fever. #Person1# suggests and clams #Person2# to go home and get rest. |
train_5247 | #Person1#: Hello, is this Professor Clark?
#Person2#: Yes, I am Professor Clark.
#Person1#: Hello, Professor, this is Kalina, and I am in your literature class on Monday mornings.
#Person2#: Yes, how are you doing?
#Person1#: I was partying hard over the weekend, fell down the stairs, and need time to recuperate.
#Person2#: That sounds painful. Are you going to be OK?
#Person1#: I sprained my wrist, but the doctor says it will be fine.
#Person2#: How many days will you be out of school?
#Person1#: The doctor said I should be good enough to return next week.
#Person2#: I am glad you let me know that you will be missing class. Get well! | Kalina phones Professor Clark to tell him she'll be missing his literature class because she sprained her wrist. |
train_5248 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: I want to buy a hat.
#Person1#: Come here, please.
#Person2#: Is this one fit for you? It is nice.
#Person1#: I don't like the style.
#Person2#: How about this one?
#Person1#: Black is not my favorite colour.
#Person2#: You must like this pink one, don't you?
#Person1#: It's pretty. How much is it?
#Person2#: Fifty yuan.
#Person1#: It's too expensive. Can you come down a little?
#Person2#: How about forty-five?
#Person1#: I'll buy it if forty.
#Person2#: OK. | #Person1# recommends several hats for #Person2#. #Person2# buys the pink one after bargaining with #Person1#. |
train_5249 | #Person1#: Mom!? ? ?
#Person2#: I know, sweetie. Just open wide. Don't talk.
#Person1#: Mmm. . .
#Person2#: Oh, you've got a fever. One-oh-one. . . time to break out the children's Tylenol.
#Person1#: I have the chills. Can you turn on the heater?
#Person2#: We're not turning on the heater in May! You need to take a bath. We'll heat you up and see if you can sweat this thing out. | #Person1# has a fever. #Person1#'s mom asks #Person1# to take a bath to sweat it out. |
train_5250 | #Person1#: Next is a ballet performance, but who is the dancer?
#Person2#: I'd swear that's Eddy from circulation.
#Person1#: Since when did Eddy start doing ballet? !
#Person2#: Not very long from the looks of it!
#Person1#: Look! He has a partner!
#Person2#: He's dancing with Jack!
#Person1#: Gross!
#Person2#: The wei-ya is the one time a year you can make fun of the boss.
#Person1#: But I think Eddy is going too far!
#Person2#: You're right. They are spinning pretty fast. Aren't they getting dizzy? What if they fall. . .
#Person1#: Oh! Ouch! That must've hurt!
#Person2#: How embarrassing! | #Person1# and #Person2# are watching the ballet performance given by Eddy and Jack. They think it'll be embarrassing if the two fall. |
train_5251 | #Person1#: Excuse me! How can I get to the post office, please?
#Person2#: Well, turn left at the first corner after the crossroad. It's near the corner. You can't miss it.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.
#Person2#: It's my pleasure! | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to get to the post office. |
train_5252 | #Person1#: After you've thought it over, get back to me and we can go ahead.
#Person2#: Miao Ping, if I do decide to go ahead, how will the interest if I exceed be counted?
#Person1#: It is higher than the rate of interest for Current Deposits and a little lower than the rate for the 6 - month time deposits.
#Person2#: So, if I do decide to go ahead, how can my company open a Corporate Agreement Savings Plan with you?
#Person1#: First of all, you need to sign a Corporate Agreement Savings Contract with us. This means we can go ahead and open an account of agreement savings based on your settlement account.
#Person2#: OK, let's get the ball rolling on this. | Miao Ping explains the interest rate to #Person1# if they exceed be counted, then #Person1# decides to go ahead. |
train_5253 | #Person1#: Hi, Mary, you have been a secretary for several years in this company. Could you tell me what a secretary should do for a meeting or a conference?
#Person2#: Well, an important part of the duties of a secretary, I think, is to do well the preparation work for the meeting.
#Person1#: What should a secretary do to prepare for a meeting? Can you tell me a bit more about it?
#Person2#: First of all, the agenda should be prepared before the meeting. Then you should ensure that those entitled to be present are properly informed.
#Person1#: I see, and how about the documents and the information?
#Person2#: All the necessary documents and the information relevant to the meeting should be available, preferably printed and distributed before the meeting.
#Person1#: And what should a secretary do during the meeting?
#Person2#: Of course, she should take minutes.
#Person1#: And after the meeting?
#Person2#: After the meeting she should type the minutes up, and then keep proper records of the business transacted and the resolutions passed and also implement many of the decision reached at the meeting.
#Person1#: It's seriously good. | Mary, who's been a secretary for several years, tells #Person1# how to prepare for a meeting and what to do during the meeting and after the meeting. |
train_5254 | #Person1#: Hello, I have a reservation for a double.
#Person2#: What's your last name?
#Person1#: It's Smith. Here is my driver's license.
#Person2#: Yes, I do show your reservation. How could you like to pay for the room?
#Person1#: I'd like to put it on my VISA.
#Person2#: Fine. Here is your room key, here is also a map of our hotel. The swimming pool, gym and sauna are all located on first floor.
#Person1#: Great, is our room ready yet?
#Person2#: Yes. If you want to order room service, just press 0 on your phone, and that will connect you with the front desk. | Smith has a reservation for a double and pays by VISA. #Person2# helps him to check in. |
train_5255 | #Person1#: I'll pick you up at a quarter to eleven tomorrow morning.
#Person2#: How long will the journey last?
#Person1#: It's a three and an half hours drive. And we should give ourselves forty minutes to have lunch and another ten to wait for the ferry. | #Person1# tells #Person2# about the schedule of their journey tomorrow. |
train_5256 | #Person1#: Hello, Mr. Jan Erick Freedman. You're a frequent traveler. And we also know that you eat out twice a day. How come you're so fond of eating out?
#Person2#: When I got my first job back in 1982 and started travelling, I had no other choice but eat out. I found that I felt different due to what I was eating, so I tried to find places that served food that made me feel good. The secret was the quality of the food and how well the food was prepared. I made an effort to find good restaurants as well as nice dishes.
#Person1#: How did you manage to make a list of 218 favorite restaurants?
#Person2#: I've lived in many cities and when I moved back to Sweden from the United States, people asked me where to go and eat when they went to cities I knew. I got a lot of ideas. Then I wrote about restaurants for the Swedish club magazine and someone suggested I gather the information about the restaurants together since I had all the facts about the restaurants I've been to. I started to do that.
#Person1#: How do you find restaurants?
#Person2#: The best way is to ask the people there. I may talk to the people at the street market or take a walk and look for a place for myself. I never asked a hotel clerk or a taxi driver. I don't go empty restaurants or places with menus too difficult to understand. | Mr. Freedman tells #Person1# he became fond of eating when he started traveling and he tried to find places that served food that made him feel good. He tells #Person1# how he managed to make a list of 218 favorite restaurants. He asks the people there to find restaurants. |
train_5257 | #Person1#: We don't have the resources to stop those people from buying us out unless a miracle happens. This may be the end of us.
#Person2#: I still have hope we can get help from the bank. After all we don't need that much money. | #Person1#'s in despair that they might be bought out. #Person2#'s still hopeful. |
train_5258 | #Person1#: Hmm... Here's one of a crowd of people moving. I think that's pretty stressful.
#Person2#: Well, I don't think it's so bad. But I do think that going to the dentist is stressful.
#Person1#: Oh, so do I! It's stressful because you have no control.
#Person2#: That's right. Look at this one. This poor boy is sitting in an exam. I think exams are the most stressful. Sometimes you just can't think of anything to write.
#Person1#: Yes, I agree with you there. What about these people here?
#Person2#: Mmm... I'm not sure. They seem to be in a hurry, don't they? I think being late is stressful.
#Person1#: That's true. It can be terrible, especially when you're late for something important.
#Person2#: Like an interview. Look at this picture here: here's someone in an interview. Do you think interviews are stressful?
#Person1#: No. I think they're quite exciting, a challenge.
#Person2#: Oh, I hate interviews. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about stressful things. They both think that going to the dentist, taking exams, and being late are stressful. #Person2# thinks interviews are stressful while #Person1# thinks it challenging. |
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