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train_5259 | #Person1#: Hey, neighbor. How's it going?
#Person2#: Fine. How about you?
#Person1#: Okay. Huh, by the way, my wife and I are going out of town this weekend, and I was wondering if you could take care of some of our animals while we're gone. You know our dog, Jaws, don't you?
#Person2#: Yeah. My leg still hurts from the last incident.
#Person1#: Hey, he's just a playful little beast.
#Person2#: Right.
#Person1#: Hey, he likes to bark a little, and his bark is worse than his bite.
#Person2#: Oh yeah.
#Person1#: Just feed him a can of dog food a day, and make sure he has plenty of water in his dish.
#Person2#: Oh.
#Person1#: And then, take him for a walk around the block.
#Person2#: Well, how about if I just throw a Frisbee over the fence to give him some exercise? Wouldn't that work?
#Person1#: Ah, and then, he likes to watch the 3:00 soap opera on Channel 4..
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: ... and brush his teeth after you give you some doggie treats around 4:00.
#Person2#: Man, you really pamper your dog.
#Person1#: And, then brush his fur for about twenty minutes. He tends to shed this time of year.
#Person2#: Ah, what?
#Person1#: And then scratch him around the ears. Otherwise, he feels neglected.
#Person2#: Is that it?
#Person1#: Well, and then there's Claws.
#Person2#: Claws? Who's Claws.
#Person1#: Oh, he's the cat we adopted from the animal shelter, but he's a little temperamental.
#Person2#: What do you mean 'temperamental'?
#Person1#: Well, he has mood swings.
#Person2#: Mood swings?
#Person1#: Yes, but he's been doing better since he's been going to the animal therapist.
#Person2#: A therapist?
#Person1#: So, be sure to feed him a half cup of cat food two times a day.
#Person2#: What? A therapist ...
#Person1#: Right, and don't forget to put out on some soft classical music during his nap time at 2:40 p.m. But don't let him out of the house because he might run away and chase the neighbor's dog.
#Person2#: You have some high-maintenance animals.
#Person1#: Not really. And, don't forget to change the cat litter daily, or he might have an accident on the carpet.
#Person2#: Oh, great.
#Person1#: And finally, there's Buttercup.
#Person2#: Buttercup? Who's Buttercu ...? I'm afraid to ask.
#Person1#: Ah, she's a sweetie.
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: ... if you know how to handle her right.
#Person2#: Oh, great.
#Person1#: Wait. Let me get her for you. Here you are.
#Person2#: That's ... That's a snake ...
#Person1#: Hold her.
#Person2#: That's a big snake with big fangs. Does the snake go to a therapist, too?
#Person1#: Of course not ... just an anger-management class.
#Person2#: Oh! What?
#Person1#: I'm joking. Buttercup is a very docile creature, and she never bites anyone she likes. If she doesn't, you'll know because she starts hissing and staring at you ... kind like what she's doing now.
#Person2#: Well, I'm leaving. You must be going out of you mind to think I'm going to watch a zoo full of misunderstood animals. You'd better hire some professional help 'cause I wouldn't watch them even if you paid me a million dollars. | #Person1# requests #Person2# to take care of their animals because #Person1# and #Person1#'s wife are going out of town this weekend. #Person1# introduces the animals to #Person2#, including Jaws, their dog, who seems pampered, Claws, their cat, who is a little temperamental and has been going to the animal therapist, and Buttercup, their snake. After hearing #Person1#'s sophisticated requirements, #Person2# refuses resolutely. |
train_5260 | #Person1#: Those birds love my yard. See? They are probably looking for worms.
#Person2#: Yeah, they are lucky they can find meals in lots of places. We have to go to the grocery store to buy our food.
#Person1#: True, but I wouldn't want to eat what they do, even if it's free. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about what birds eat. |
train_5261 | #Person1#: David, we shouldn't sit here doing nothing.
#Person2#: Why not? It's Saturday afternoon, isn't it?
#Person1#: Yes, but there's so much to do around the house.
#Person2#: It can wait.
#Person1#: We ought to finish washing down the kitchen walls and cupboards.
#Person2#: We can do that tomorrow. We don't have to do it today.
#Person1#: All right. But we must do it tomorrow, because the painters are coming on Monday.
#Person2#: Yes. And that reminds me. I must do something about that leak under the kitchen sink.
#Person1#: That's a good idea.
#Person2#: Talking about washing down the kitchen-where's Bob?
#Person1#: He's having lunch with Georgia.
#Person2#: What! Again?
#Person1#: He should be in soon.
#Person2#: He shouldn't spend so much time with that girl.
#Person1#: You must be patient, David. Nineteen's a very difficult age, you know.
#Person2#: Yes, I know. But he ought to be studying more. | #Person1# thinks there's so much to do around the house. David'll do the chores tomorrow. #Person1# tells David Bob's having lunch with Georgia. David's unhappy with that. |
train_5262 | #Person1#: You look tired. Did you sleep well?
#Person2#: No. My friend and I had a party the whole night.
#Person1#: You should go home and take a rest.
#Person2#: I know, but my boss wants to see me right now. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# looks tired because #Person2# had the party the whole night, but #Person2# has to see the boss right now. |
train_5263 | #Person1#: I'm feeling hot, Ophra.
#Person2#: Hot? It's windy and cold today. You must have got a cold. I'm afraid that you took off your coat while you played football with your friends yesterday afternoon.
#Person1#: Yes. I felt sweat then. Oh, it's seven fifty now. My gosh! I'll be late if I don't drive to work in a hurry. I have an important meeting with my clients this morning.
#Person2#: How do you feel now?
#Person1#: Just a little headache.
#Person2#: Then you'd better not go to work today. I think you've caught a cold. You'll have to see a doctor. But drink some water first.
#Person1#: Yes, 'My sweety'. You sound like a doctor, Ophra.
#Person2#: After leaving the nursing school, I have been working as a nurse in a hospital for over five years. | #Person1#'s feeling hot but #Person1# has an important meeting with clients. Ophra thinks #Person1# shouldn't go to work today. |
train_5264 | #Person1#: Do you like traveling, Kathy?
#Person2#: I like traveling for pleasure to get places for vacation for instance. But I don't like traveling to work, waiting for buses, or...
#Person1#: Or getting stuck in traffic jams when you're driving.
#Person2#: Exactly. | Kathy likes traveling for pleasure but doesn't like traveling to work. |
train_5265 | #Person1#: I've heard that you provide very good service, so when I need a mover, I call you guys first.
#Person2#: Thanks a lot for calling us. Could you tell me more about what you need us to do?
#Person1#: Oh, you see, we are on the 8th floor, and moving into the 6th floor in another building. It is about 15 kilometers to get there.
#Person2#: OK, the cost depends on the floor to move to, the distance between two places and the amount of the furniture to move.
#Person1#: How much will it cost in that case?
#Person2#: Oh, let me see. It fits the second standard rates. Have a look at the contract, please.
#Person1#: Your charge is divided into two parts, the Payment in Advance and the rest. I thought that I should pay all of it before moving.
#Person2#: No, firstly we sign the contract; you pay 50% of what it costs, and the rest when we finish moving.
#Person1#: The damage and compensation item confuses me. Could you give some explanation?
#Person2#: OK. If any of the articles was damaged during moving, you may make a claim for compensation with our department. | #Person1# consults #Person2# about their moving service. #Person2# explains to #Person1# the factors to their charge, the way to pay for the charge, and the damage and compensation item in the contract. |
train_5266 | #Person1#: Hello, this is Garry Zhao. I am calling to inquire the position of English interpreter.
#Person2#: Well, it is still open. Where did you graduate from.
#Person1#: I graduated from the Beijing Foreign Studies University. My major is English Translation and Interpretation.
#Person2#: It sounds great. I will arrange an interview tomorrow. Can you come tomorrow?
#Person1#: Yes, I can. Thank you so much. | Garry calls to inquire about the position of English interpreter. #Person2#'ll arrange an interview tomorrow. |
train_5267 | #Person1#: Hello Richard.
#Person2#: Hi Karen.
#Person1#: How have you been?
#Person2#: Not too good.
#Person1#: Why? Is there anything bothering you?
#Person2#: I'm sick.
#Person1#: Oh, I am so sorry to hear that. Is it very serious?
#Person2#: It's OK. It's not serious.
#Person1#: That's good. How's your wife?
#Person2#: She's good.
#Person1#: Is she in the United Kingdoom now?
#Person2#: No, she's not here yet.
#Person1#: Where is she?
#Person2#: She's in Canada with our kids.
#Person1#: I see. I have to go now. Please tell your wife I said hi.
#Person2#: OK, I'll talk to you later.
#Person1#: I hope you feel better.
#Person2#: Thanks. | Richard and Karen greet each other. Richard tells Karen he's sick but it's not serious, and his wife and kids are in Canada now. |
train_5268 | #Person1#: Hello, Steven. Congratulations!
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: How's your married life?
#Person2#: We're happy together now. We both think that we're a well-matched couple.
#Person1#: That's very good. It's said that marriage is the Ab of love. But the words may not be right.
#Person2#: The situation differs in person. | #Person1# congratulates Steven on his marriage. |
train_5269 | #Person1#: The weather is terrible.
#Person2#: Yeah. It's been raining a lot these days.
#Person1#: I have been watching a lot of videos at home because of the constant rain.
#Person2#: Have you heard when it's supposed to get better?
#Person1#: I saw the weather report, and it's going to rain for the next eight days.
#Person2#: That sucks so much. What are we going to do?
#Person1#: I'm getting pretty bored. We should do something despite the rain.
#Person2#: I'm with you. What do you have in mind?
#Person1#: I haven't been to the Mall in a long time. Let's go there.
#Person2#: That sounds good. They have a movie theatre there, so if we get bored, we can watch a movie.
#Person1#: Great. I'll stop by your place now.
#Person2#: Ok. Don't forget to bring your umbrella. The rain can start up again anytime. | #Person1# and #Person2# are bored by the continuous rain. They decide to go to the mall and watch a movie. #Person2# reminds #Person1# to bring the umbrella. |
train_5270 | #Person1#: What would you do if you won $1,000,000?
#Person2#: Oh, I don't know. I guess I'd buy a car.
#Person1#: That doesn't sound very interesting.
#Person2#: Well, what would you do?
#Person1#: I would go on a trip around the world.
#Person2#: Where would you go?
#Person1#: The first place I'd go to is Paris. I have always wanted to go shopping in Paris.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. You can spend some of your money there.
#Person1#: Yes, and then I think I'd go to Rome. I love Italian food best.
#Person2#: Me too.
#Person1#: After that I'd go to Egypt to see the Pyramids, and then to Australia to see the Great Barrier Reef. But after that, I'm not sure where I go. Where would you go?
#Person2#: If I was on a trip like that, I'd go to Germany to see where they make BMWs.
#Person1#: Of course, you love those cars.
#Person2#: Yes, that's true. But I would also like to watch a football match. The German team is my favorite. | #Person1# would go on a trip around the world if #Person1# won $1,000,000. #Person1# tells #Person2# where #Person1# would go, but #Person2# would buy a car or go to Germany. |
train_5271 | #Person1#: Hi, my wife just called me and asked me to pick up a dress that she had dry cleaned. The name is Doris Lockhart.
#Person2#: Do you have the number with you? We have everything arranged by number, not by name.
#Person1#: My wife didn't say anything about numbers. Look, there must be some way you can find it. She needs that dress for a dinner dance we are attending tonight.
#Person2#: I can look it up if you remember what day she brought it in. I can match her name up with the number in my order book. | #Person1# wants to pick up a dress for #Person1#'s wife but doesn't have the number. #Person2#'ll look it up if #Person1# can remember the day his wife brought the dress in. |
train_5272 | #Person1#: Hi, this is the Friends of the Environment office, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes, it is.
#Person1#: Oh, good. My name is Ben. I'm doing a project at school about the environment. And my teacher said, this would be a good place to get some information.
#Person2#: Well, I'd be glad to help however I can. What's your project about, exactly?
#Person1#: Well, I haven't quite figured that out, yet. That's kind of why I'm here, actually.
#Person2#: I see, um, do you know much about the greenhouse effect?
#Person1#: Yeah, but I think a lot of people are already doing that topic.
#Person2#: Well, how about water pollution?
#Person1#: Yes, I've heard that it is a serious problem. Do you have any information about it?
#Person2#: I think we have several books over there.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot. | Ben comes to the Friends of the Environment office to get some information for his project. #Person1# suggests Ben to work on water pollution. |
train_5273 | #Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I'm here to see Mister Romero.
#Person1#: Do you have an appointment, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, my last name is Clark.
#Person1#: Jordan Clark?
#Person2#: Yes, that's me.
#Person1#: Wait, one moment, Mister Clark. I'll just check to make sure Mister Romaero is in his office.
#Person2#: Perhaps I'll use the restroom while I wait. Is there a men's room nearby?
#Person1#: Yes, just head back toward the elevators, you'll see one on the right.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. | Clark comes for an appointment with Mr. Romero. #Person1# checks if Mr. Romero is in his office and tells Clark how to get to the restroom. |
train_5274 | #Person1#: What can I do for you? We have many new introduced choose to choose from.
#Person2#: Sorry I bought a pair of shoes with the size of 42 for my husband, but it's a little tight for him.
#Person1#: OK. Show me your receipt and you can change a larger size.
#Person2#: I have to change one pair with the size of 43?
#Person1#: Here you are. Is this perfect for him?
#Person2#: Yes, and he would like brown rather than black to match his suit.
#Person1#: I see. Here are the brown shoes with the right size.
#Person2#: Thanks! Need I pay for extra money for the larger shoes?
#Person1#: You needn't if you still choose shoes with the same brand. | #Person1# helps #Person2# to change the shoes from black 42-sized to brown 43-sized without extra pay. |
train_5275 | #Person1#: Good morning, Mary. You are up early.
#Person2#: Good morning, Jack. It's cold today.
#Person1#: It always gets cold after a heavy snowfall. Actually, we haven't seen much snow here for years. The snow is at least 4 inches deep.
#Person2#: I love snow. When I was a child, I made snowballs and would always go playing in the snow. Do you like skating, Jack?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. I hope the lakes will freeze over soon.
#Person2#: So do I. By the way, did you hear the weather forecast this morning?
#Person1#: Yes. It said partly cloudy today with a strong wind from the Northwest. The highest temperature will only be 6 below 0 at least in the morning. But in the afternoon, it will rise a little bit.
#Person2#: Then the beautiful snow might melt away.
#Person1#: And we will get big eyes on roads. So be careful when you go out in the car. | Mary and Jack talk about the cold weather after a heavy snowfall, then they talk about the weather forecast. |
train_5276 | #Person1#: Hello, Ann.
#Person2#: Oh, hello. Come on in. Let me take your coat. You managed to find us then.
#Person1#: Well, I got a bit lost coming off the ring road. Sorry I'm a bit late.
#Person2#: Oh, don't worry. The dinner hasn't been ready yet. Martin is still in the kitchen.
#Person1#: So he is cooking, isn't he?
#Person2#: He is quite an expert in the kitchen. Fortunately for me, I can't boil an egg myself.
#Person1#: Oh, I brought you this. I wasn't sure what you liked. But obviously, it's meant to be quite a good year.
#Person2#: Oh, thanks. Lovely. | #Person1# visits Ann and Martin and brings them a gift. Ann tells #Person1# Martin's still cooking. |
train_5277 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I'm Bill. I'm in Room 908. Can you change the room for me? It's too noisy. My wife was woken up several times by the noise the baggage elevator made. She said it was too much for her.
#Person1#: I'm awfully sorry, sir. I do apologize. Room 908 is at the end of the corridor. It's possible that the noise is heard early in the morning when all is quiet.
#Person2#: Anyhow, I'd like to change our room.
#Person1#: No problem, sir. We'll manage it, but we don't have any spare room today. Could you wait till tomorrow? The American People-to-people Education Delegation will be leaving tomorrow morning. There'll be some rooms for you to choose from.
#Person2#: All right. I hope we'll be able to enjoy our stay in a quiet suite tomorrow evening and have a sound sleep.
#Person1#: Be sure. I'll make a note of that. Everything will be taken care of. And if there is anything more you need, please let us know. | Bill wants to change the room because his room is noisy. #Person1# apologizes for the noise and promises to change the room for Bill tomorrow. |
train_5278 | #Person1#: How can I help you, sir?
#Person2#: I am here to have a discussion on your company's investment issue.
#Person1#: Sorry, could you tell me your name?
#Person2#: I am James Pond from FAM Company and I am here to discuss it with Nova.
#Person1#: Do you have an appointment?
#Person2#: Yes, I did it yesterday. Our meeting should be 2 pm.
#Person1#: I guess she forgot your meeting. She is attending an important meeting in the company. Will you have a seat? May I leave a memo for her?
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: She will be back soon. | James Pond comes to #Person1#'s company to discuss an investment issue with Nova but she is not there. #Person1# leaves a memo for Nova and asks James to wait. |
train_5279 | #Person1#: We came too early. There're still three hours before the performance starts.
#Person2#: I know. Sorry, I shouldn't have rushed you, but I just couldn't stay at home and wait.
#Person1#: Never mind. What about taking a look around the theater?
#Person2#: Why not? I'd love to do that.
#Person1#: Here we go. There is a museum of the Beijing Opera art.
#Person2#: Wow. Look at this. So delicate and beautiful. Did ancient Chinese people really wear them?
#Person1#: Not really. They are just opera costumes. Do you like the embroidery?
#Person2#: I surely do. They must have had advanced machine in ancient China to do that.
#Person1#: No, no, no. They are all handmade, girl. You know, the ancient Chinese women were supposed to be good at needlework.
#Person2#: Unbelievable! I could never do that. | #Person1# and #Person2# come to the performance too early so they take a look around and go to the museum of the Beijing Opera art. #Person1# introduces embroidery to #Person2#. |
train_5280 | #Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: I have a problem.
#Person1#: What ' s the problem?
#Person2#: Someone else is making charges on my debit card.
#Person1#: I need to see a statement for your debit card.
#Person2#: I have it right here.
#Person1#: Can you show me which charges you ' re referring to?
#Person2#: The last four charges.
#Person1#: We will need to do an investigation on this.
#Person2#: How long will that take?
#Person1#: We ' ll have to freeze payment on those charges until the investigation is finished.
#Person2#: I really appreciate your help. | #Person2# has a problem that someone is making charges on #Person2#'s debit card. #Person1# investigate on this problem. |
train_5281 | #Person1#: What's wrong with you, young man?
#Person2#: Doctor, I have a bad cough and a headache.
#Person1#: Do you have a fever?
#Person2#: I don't know, but I feel terrible.
#Person1#: Let me examine you. Don't worry. It's nothing serious.
#Person2#: Do you think I should lie in bed?
#Person1#: Yes, stay in bed and drink a lot of water. Your fever will be gone in a day or two.
#Person2#: OK. Do you think I can play football tomorrow?
#Person1#: Of course not. You need a good rest.
#Person2#: OK, I'll listen to you. | #Person2# had a bad cough and a headache. The doctor examines him and asks him to rest. |
train_5282 | #Person1#: Hey Mel! Are you up for some tennis today?
#Person2#: Sorry, I can ' t! I have to go to work, pick up Jake and Maddie from school, and make them an afternoon snack, then take Jake to soccer practice and Maddie to dance class.
#Person1#: You sound exhausted. Maybe you should hire a nanny to help you out! She can pick the kids up and take them to their after-school activities. She can also help you do some household chores, and run so
#Person2#: Oh, I don ' t know... it ' s hard to find the right nanny. You have to consider her previous work experience, the responsibilities you give her, and how she interacts with the kids. I would love to have
#Person1#: I think you should definitely consider it! This way you won ' t have to juggle such a busy schedule, and you ' ll still get to spend time with the kids in the evenings. I can refer you this great
#Person2#: Oh, that ' s great. Thanks Grace. Can you give me her number? I ' ll talk it over with Dan and give her a call tomorrow. Maybe this way I won ' t be so tired every day, and Dan and I might even get to go | Mel refuses Grace's invitation to play tennis today because she is too busy taking care of the kids. Grace suggests Mel hire a nanny but Mel thinks it's hard to find a suitable person, so Grace gives a recommendation. |
train_5283 | #Person1#: Can I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, I am checking out.
#Person1#: Can I have your key and room number, PLS?
#Person2#: Room 1419. Here is my key.
#Person1#: Here is your bill, sir. Could you PLS check it?
#Person2#: It's all right. Pls charge it to my credit card.
#Person1#: Here you are, sir. You are all set. I hope you enjoyed your stay and that next time you are in town, you will stay with us again.
#Person2#: I will. Where can I leave my luggage? I really want to leave after lunch.
#Person1#: The bell captain will put it in storage room. When you are ready to leave, you can claim your luggage from him.
#Person2#: Thanks very much and goodbye! | #Person1# helps #Person2# to check out. #Person2# wants to leave after lunch so #Person1# tells him to put the luggage in the storage room. |
train_5284 | #Person1#: Finding an excuse is obviously down your alley. And trying to avoid taking care of the children is what you are good at.
#Person2#: Listen, Nancy. If I don't work hard, I will be laid off.
#Person1#: You are passing the buck. I'll be hanged if I ask you to go to the park with us.
#Person2#: Come on, Nancy. Play it cool. I go with you and burn the middle night oil tonight. | Nancy is angry because #Person2# doesn't take care of the kids, so #Person2# agrees to help and work at night. |
train_5285 | #Person1#: Hello, Deva, how are you?
#Person2#: Can't complain. What about you?
#Person1#: Not bad. Have you heard Wendy divorced her husband?
#Person2#: I've heard. She looks quite depressed.
#Person1#: Yes. They used to be joined at the hip.
#Person2#: I heard they were just married for 5 months.
#Person1#: Yes, she said they couldn't communicate well with each other and they often argued over trivial things.
#Person2#: Yeah. Mixed marriage is tempting but crisis-ridden.
#Person1#: You said it. You know, they fall in love at first sight and quickly jumped into marriage.
#Person2#: Maybe they were just attracted to each other but too different to be married.
#Person1#: Yeah. We Chinese have quite different lifestyles and values from foreigners.
#Person2#: Definitely. That's why many cross-cultural marriages end in divorce.
#Person1#: We've heard so much about Chinese film stars divorcing foreigners.
#Person2#: That's true. Just hope Wendy can recover from the pain of divorce soon. | #Person1# and Deva are talking about Wendy's divorce. They think the Chinese share different lifestyles and values with that of foreigners and that explains why many cross-cultural marriages end in divorce. |
train_5286 | #Person1#: How may I help you?
#Person2#: I need to get on the Internet.
#Person1#: Do you have your library card with you?
#Person2#: Yes, I have it.
#Person1#: You're going to have to wait for a computer.
#Person2#: That's okay.
#Person1#: Please put your name on this list.
#Person2#: Then what do I need to do?
#Person1#: When there is a computer available, I will call you.
#Person2#: What do I do to log on to the computer?
#Person1#: Just type in the number on the back of your library card.
#Person2#: Okay. Thanks for your help. | #Person2# wants to get on the Internet. #Person1# asks #Person2# to wait until there is a computer available. |
train_5287 | #Person1#: Good morning. Is this where I can get a library card issued to me?
#Person2#: No problem, we have a short form right here ; just hand it to me when you are done.
#Person1#: I'm done.
#Person2#: That looks great, but I will also need your driver's license or other form of I. D.
#Person1#: Sure, here it is.
#Person2#: Well, this looks nice. Do you know how to use it?
#Person1#: I am pretty sure how to use it, but can you remind me?
#Person2#: Of course, just remember that all of the needed information is on the card.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: Well, I hope you have a wonderful time on your library visits! | #Person2# helps #Person1# to get a library card and reminds #Person1# how to use it. |
train_5288 | #Person1#: I'm exhausted. My new exercise is so hard.
#Person2#: I think it is easy. I could work in your class with no problem.
#Person1#: You thing so?
#Person2#: Oh, without doubt. When is the next class?
#Person1#: Tomorrow morning. Try it.
#Person2#: No problem.
#Person1#: Are you going to this class this morning?
#Person2#: Of course, easy. No sweat.
#Person1#: You're no able to move after this class.
#Person2#: Are you kidding me? It's going to be up a piece of cake.
#Person1#: You want to bet?
#Person2#: Yeah, what't the bet?
#Person1#: I bet I can go one hour in your class this morning and not feel a thing. | #Person1# thinks the new exercise is hard, while #Person2# considers it quite easy so they make a bet. |
train_5289 | #Person1#: What upsets you?
#Person2#: My parents called me just now. As usual, they reminded me again that I should have a plan to marry by my late 20s. Easier set than done. Who should I marry? I have so many courses and projects to complete! My PhD study drives me crazy and I have no time to go on a date.
#Person1#: It is not your mother finding one for you?
#Person2#: I will find one myself, of course. I'm a modern girl.
#Person1#: Perhaps you can try the three minutes date, the latest type.
#Person2#: You mean dozens of the opposite sex meet each other for three minutes in a dimly bar serving alcohol, I hate that idea.
#Person1#: No, there is an updated version, three minutes video date. I know an online dating website providing such service with a microphone and webcam, you can sigh for it. You can be face-to-face with a guy talking for maximum three minutes.
#Person2#: I don't think it makes sense. Three minutes is such a short time.
#Person1#: I think you can find out if there is a possibility of romance within the first second of meeting someone, so-called love at first sight.
#Person2#: Anyway, I don't want to post my face up for sale on the internet like that.
#Person1#: Don't worry. There are many other options using the internet as dating methods. Some sites operate at international standard even have got certifications.
#Person2#: Of course, for these sites, you have to pay a membership fee. But all in all, it is more serious and professional. The chance of meeting a good and serious person who does not play games is higher.
#Person1#: I don't want to post my personal information on the internet. I'm not knowing who is reading it. | #Person2# is upset as #Person2#'s parents remind #Person2# again that #Person2# should have a marriage plan. #Person1# recommends #Person2# to try the updated version of three minutes date, but #Person2# thinks three minutes is too short and refuses to post the personal information online. |
train_5290 | #Person1#: Look! Someone is celebrating his birthday.
#Person2#: This must be his 21st birthday. No doubt about it.
#Person1#: Why? Do you know that guy?
#Person2#: No. Well, in America, 21 is the age when you're allowed to drink. So, many guys celebrate it in bars.
#Person1#: That's interesting. But it would be really expensive, I suppose. Just think about all the drinks.
#Person2#: No. If it's your birthday, then you don't need to pay a cent. Just blow out the candles and open the gifts. That makes the birthday a special day. Your friends will take care of everything.
#Person1#: Wow. That's wonderful.
#Person2#: What about in China? What'd you do to celebrate your birthday?
#Person1#: Nowadays, it's no difference from America. But in old times, we have traditional ways to celebrate it. | Someone is celebrating his birthday. #Person2# tells #Person1# that this must be his 21st birthday and introduces the tradition of celebrating birthday in America. |
train_5291 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Is this the right way to the museum?
#Person2#: I'm afraid you're going in the opposite direction. Go back the way you came, and take the second turn on the left. The museum is straight ahead, right in front of you.
#Person1#: Will it take me long to get there?
#Person2#: Well, it's about fifteen minutes'walk.
#Person1#: Which bus goes there?
#Person2#: You may take a No. 34 bus. And the subway can also take you there.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.
#Person2#: My pleasure. | #Person2# instructs #Person1# how to go to the museum. |
train_5292 | #Person1#: Excuse me? Is this where I register? I'd like to sign up for my courses for next semester.
#Person2#: Yes, of course. I need your student ID please.
#Person1#: Here you are.
#Person2#: Okay, Susan. It says here that you are a business major and you are in your second year. Is this information correct?
#Person1#: Yes. I do want to take some additional credits this year to get a minor in psychology.
#Person2#: Sure. That's not a problem. Do you have the list of courses you want to taketh semester?
#Person1#: Yeah. Here's my list. I'm not sure if the class schedule will allow me to take all of them though.
#Person2#: Yeah, that's perfect. What about the subjects for your minor?
#Person1#: Oh yeah! Almost forgot! I need to take fundamental linguistics, consumer psychology and neuroanatomy.
#Person2#: Wow, you are going to be busy this semester! Okay, here you go. You are registered now. you'll have to make your first tuition payment before classes start. | Susan wants to sign up for the courses for next semester and #Person2# helps her to register. |
train_5293 | #Person1#: Would you find any other available flight to Tokyo?
#Person2#: Sure. We try our best.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Mr. Chen, are you sure you're taking BA - 007 back to Tokyo?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. I think our travel agent would have made the reservation for us.
#Person2#: I'm afraid this flight is all booked up.
#Person1#: Are you sure? We can't really take it? I reconfirmed with Miss Peterson the other day.
#Person2#: I'm afraid so except we have many no-show passengers. | #Person2# tells Mr. Chen that the flight to Tokyo is all booked up. |
train_5294 | #Person1#: Mark, can you dress the twins for me while I take a shower?
#Person2#: You don't know what you are asking!
#Person1#: Please! You can do it. Their clothes are all laid out on the bed.
#Person2#: Remember what happened last time?
#Person1#: Are you referring to KC getting her head stuck in the pant leg?
#Person2#: Yes. That was a bit terrifying for both of us.
#Person1#: Don't worry! Today they are wearing dresses!
#Person2#: Oh, in that case, sure! Uh. . . what are these long sock-looking things? | #Person1# wants Mark to dress the twins but Mark doesn't know how to do it. |
train_5295 | #Person1#: Have the owners come up with a counter-offer to my offer to buy their home yet?
#Person2#: The owners have counter-offered three hundred and thirty-five thousand dollars.
#Person1#: Should I accept their offer?
#Person2#: There are two ways to respond. You can either come back with another offer or go with their counter-offer.
#Person1#: What if I make another offer, and they don't accept it?
#Person2#: No one else has made an offer, so you could make another offer if you want to do so.
#Person1#: I think that I would like to offer three hundred and thirty thousand dollars as a counter-offer.
#Person2#: OK, I will present your counter-offer to the owners tonight.
#Person1#: How long before I find out what their decision is?
#Person2#: By now, the owners probably have a pretty good idea of what they will accept. It will go quickly. | The owners have a counter-offer to #Person1#'s offer to buy their home. #Person2# tells #Person1# that there are two ways to respond. Then #Person1# decides to make a counter-offer. |
train_5296 | #Person1#: Hello. Is everything OK? Can I help you?
#Person2#: Oh, wonderful! You speak English! I need to exchange this foreign currency.
#Person1#: That's no problem. Is it cash?
#Person2#: It's Traveller's Cheques, is that possible?
#Person1#: Of course. If you could sign your name on the bottom line here, and write your address here. And please sign and date the back of every cheque and of course I'll need to see your passport.
#Person2#: Yes, right, certainly. Here you go. | #Person2# wants to exchange the foreign currency and #Person1#, who can speak English, helps #Person2#. |
train_5297 | #Person1#: Are you Miss Thou Ping?
#Person2#: Yes. I am Thou Ping.
#Person1#: How do you spell you first name?
#Person2#: Ping. P-I-N-G.
#Person1#: Do you have an English name?
#Person2#: Yes, sir. It is Jane. It was given by my English professor when I was at the university.
#Person1#: What's your pen name?
#Person2#: My pen name is'Dark Blue'.
#Person1#: How do you like your name?
#Person2#: I like it very much. My name has became part of me. I don't want to change it.
#Person1#: What's your present permanent address?
#Person2#: My present address is No. 21 South Zhongshan Road, Apt. 19, Shanghai. The post code is 220150.
#Person1#: You look very young. How old are you?
#Person2#: Actually, I'm thirty now.
#Person1#: Where were you born?
#Person2#: I was born in Xinjiang.
#Person1#: What is your nationality?
#Person2#: Han. | Miss Thou Ping tells #Person1# her personal information, including her English names, address, age, born place, and nationality. |
train_5298 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, Miss Tao. Please sit down.
#Person2#: Good afternoon, Mr. Black. Thank you very much.
#Person1#: I'Ve read your application materials with interest. Now I want to ask you a few questions, if you don't mind.
#Person2#: As you please. I'm ready.
#Person1#: The first is why you choose our company?
#Person2#: I think yours is a well-known advertising company, so I'm sure to get opportunities to display my talent in advertisement.
#Person1#: Why do you want to quit your present company?
#Person2#: Well, the company has some financial problems. People there are all thinking of quitting.
#Person1#: Well, when do you think you can come over to work?
#Person2#: One week after I have submitted my resignation paper.
#Person1#: When you start to work, I'll give you $ 3, 000 a month.
#Person2#: Thank you, sir. | Mr. Black interviews Miss Tao about why she choose this company and give her an offer. Miss Tao will come over to work one week after she submits her resignation paper. |
train_5299 | #Person1#: What is my ideal weight?
#Person2#: It depends on your height and body type.
#Person1#: How can I avoid injuring myself during exercise?
#Person2#: By warming up before and cooling down after your workout.
#Person1#: Sir, tell us about your experience with Super Bulk-up.
#Person2#: Well, it's completely changed my life.
#Person1#: Tell us how.
#Person2#: Well, before, I was the skinniest guy on the beach.
#Person1#: And now?
#Person2#: Just look! In six short weeks I've put on 30 pounds of pure muscle.
#Person1#: Wow! All because of Super Bulk-Up. | #Person2# instructs #Person1# how to exercise and shares his experience with Super Bulk-up. |
train_5300 | #Person1#: This is a nice place, but you need to get some furniture.
#Person2#: I have some I can bring from our place, and there's some more out at my parents'.
#Person1#: Do you have a bed?
#Person2#: Yeah. I have one from college at my parents'house.
#Person1#: Can I take a shower?
#Person2#: Sure, but I don't have hot water, yet.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: No, they're coming tomorrow morning to turn the gas on. My phone should be working then, too.
#Person1#: Well, do you want to go get some dinner?
#Person2#: Yeah, I can't cook anything until tomorrow, anyway. | #Person1# thinks it's a nice place and #Person2# will bring some furniture. They don't have hot water currently and cannot cook until tomorrow so they'll go out for dinner. |
train_5301 | #Person1#: Excuse me. May I see the manager of your store?
#Person2#: I am the manager. Can I help you?
#Person1#: Oh, great, I saw a job ad outside your store. I am interested in the job advertised. I am coming to see if there is any opportunity available for me.
#Person2#: All right. Take a seat, please. Would you like to be a shop assistant or a cashier?
#Person1#: I can do the work of shop assistant and I worked part time in a small department store during my summer vocation last year.
#Person2#: So now do you want a full-time job or part-time job?
#Person1#: At present, both are OK for me. What do you need most, then?
#Person2#: Now we really need some part-time workers. You see, our full-time staff knocks off at five pm, but now we hope to extend the hours to eight pm. We need some part-time shop assistants to work 3 hours a day from five pm to eight pm. But I am not sure if you are qualified for the job. Since most of our customers are foreign, competence of good communication in English is necessary here.
#Person1#: I think I can. I have been learning English for almost 5 years and especially I am fluent at speaking English. Also, I have made some foreigners friends during the experience of learning English.
#Person2#: That is fine. I think you have the qualifications needed for the job, so I will let you have the job. Does the work schedule suit you?
#Person1#: It quite suits me. I am free in the evening these days, I will have no difficulty starting at five pm.
#Person2#: Good. There is only thing to be settled. Ten RMB an hour is the maximum we can pay you. Is the rate of pay acceptable to you?
#Person1#: It seems reasonable. By the way, I can get my earning raised with a excellent performance, can't I?
#Person2#: Sure. You will get more if you can invite more customers with your good service.
#Person1#: I see. I will try my best to do the job well.
#Person2#: That is good of you to say so. When can you start working?
#Person1#: How about next monday?
#Person2#: Ok. Let's make is next Monday. I n the end, you need to fill out the application form.
#Person1#: Thank you for your kindness, ma'am. See you next Monday. | #Person1# sees a job ad outside #Person2#'s store and comes to see if there is an opportunity available. #Person1# introduces the qualifications that #Person1# has and #Person2# thinks #Person1# is suitable for the job. They reach an agreement on the payment and working hours. #Person1# will come to work next Monday. |
train_5302 | #Person1#: Good morning. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello. My name's Jill Bush. I'm planning to go to a conference in Sydney for three weeks.
#Person1#: I see, do you want the excursion fare or the full return fare?
#Person2#: Now, can I get a stopover on an excursion fare?
#Person1#: Yes, you are allowed only one stopover on the excursion fare.
#Person2#: Oh, I see, only one.
#Person1#: Yes. But of course, if you pay the full return fare then you can have unlimited stopovers. There's Singapore, Kuwait, Athens, you've really got quite a lot of choices you know.
#Person2#: Oh, It sounds good. You see, I've got a two-week holiday after the conference. How much is the full fare?
#Person1#: The full fare? Well, that's really quite a lot. It's $ 1,204.
#Person2#: Yes. Well, it's once in a lifetime, you know. The thing is actually that I'm absolutely afraid of flying. I've never done it before.
#Person1#: Oh dear. Um...
#Person2#: And I'm hoping that I can persuade my two friends to go along with me.
#Person1#: Yes, that would be a good idea.
#Person2#: By the way, one of them is in Cairo at the moment. Would it be possible for me to stopover there on my way to Sydney?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. There are lots of flights to Cairo and, then plenty more onwards from Cairo to Sydemy. And then you can stay for as long as you like.
#Person2#: Oh, that's great! Thanks very much. | #Person1# helps Jill Bush to choose a flight to Sydney. Jill Bush is afraid of flying and hopes that he can persuade his two friends to go along with him. |
train_5303 | #Person1#: The report says all the departments are making a profit except the Asian Department.
#Person2#: Well, Mr. Smith seems to be the wrong person to head that department. One more step wrong and he would be removed from that office. | #Person1# and #Person2# think the leader of the Asian Department is incapable. |
train_5304 | #Person1#: Are you looking at some funny pictures? You have been laughing all this time.
#Person2#: I was watching a video on YouTube. It was really funny.
#Person1#: What's it about?
#Person2#: It was a news reporter, reporting a story about an old man who lives under a big tree.
#Person1#: How could that be funny?
#Person2#: Well, as he was reporting the story, hundreds of bees attacked him. The reporter had to dive into his SUV and drive away. But he was unlucky.
#Person1#: Did he have an accident?
#Person2#: No. some bees followed him into his car.
#Person1#: I hope he got to the doctor's quickly. Jack, how about a walk in the park? It is a beautiful day today.
#Person2#: But I don't feel like walking outside now. There are so many funny videos on this website. I just can't stop watching them.
#Person1#: Come on, Jack. You can't sit in front of the laptop all day. It is not good for your eyes.
#Person2#: You are right. I will go to the park with you. | Jack tells #Person1# he is watching a funny video on YouTube but #Person1# thinks it's not healthy watching videos all day. Therefore #Person1# suggests having a walk in the park and Jack was convinced. |
train_5305 | #Person1#: We can have eight days off at last. What are you going to do?
#Person2#: You know traveling is my hobby. Let's go to Beijing and have our holidays there.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. Beijing is one of the most modern cities in the world. There are many places of interest there. And the 2008 Olympic Games were held there.
#Person2#: How should we go there, by plane or by train?
#Person1#: I think we should go there by train. It's comfortable and cheap.
#Person2#: Though it's cheaper, it's slower. Let's go by plane. We can look down at the Great Wall of China from the plane.
#Person1#: OK. Let's go by plane.
#Person2#: Then we'd better book the tickets first. I have heard it is very difficult to get air tickets to Beijing.
#Person1#: That's right. And we'd better book the rooms too. | #Person1# and #Person2# are planning their holiday trip to Beijing. They decide to take a plane and will book the tickets and the room. |
train_5306 | #Person1#: Is this your car?
#Person2#: Yes. Why are you asking?
#Person1#: You can't park your car here. Don't you see the sign 'No Parking' here?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't notice it. I haven't been here more than three minutes.
#Person1#: I'll have to ask you to move your car at once, otherwise you'll be getting a parking ticket.
#Person2#: Well, where am I to park my car?
#Person1#: There's a car park just around the corner.
#Person2#: Most likely it's full.
#Person1#: Well, anyway you can't stay here. You see, you are blocking the traffic. Can I see your driving license?
#Person2#: Sure. One moment. Here you are.
#Person1#: Thank you, sir. That's all right. Now you must move your car.
#Person2#: Very well, officer. I'm going. | The officer asks #Person2# to move the car because it's not allowed to park here. #Person2# agrees to move the car. |
train_5307 | #Person1#: Peter, where have you been?
#Person2#: I've been play Pac Man in the student union.
#Person1#: Oh, you're wasting your time on computer games again!
#Person2#: Not really, Mary. I've been busy this week and I need a break.
#Person1#: Why don't you buy a computer and some of those games? Then you can play at home. Home computers are getting cheaper.
#Person2#: How do you know that?
#Person1#: I've been thinking of buying a home computer too. | Peter has been playing Pac Man in the student union. Mary suggests Peter buy a home computer. |
train_5308 | #Person1#: Tony, can I ask you a personal question?
#Person2#: About what?
#Person1#: Well, I was wondering about how you are received here in China.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Well, since you are Chinese-Canadian and only speak English and French well; how do native Chinese treat you?
#Person2#: Oh, well. Sometimes it can get pretty difficult. When people find out that I am a Canadian citizen who can't speak Chinese well,they usually call me a banana. You know, yellow on the outside and white on the inside.
#Person1#: How does that make you feel?
#Person2#: Well, I first feel mad. Then I feel sad, because I am seen as someone who has forgotten his roots. All this is because my parents left to find a better life and I decided to return in order to find something I lost. Sometimes I am not sure if I like what I found. | #Person1# asks Tony how he is received in China. Tony feels mad at first and then feels sad as he is Chinese-Canadian and only speaks English and French well. |
train_5309 | #Person1#: I'd like to pay a visit to the Smiths at 3:30 p.m. Will you go with me, Mary?
#Person2#: I'd love to, but I won't be off work from my factory until 4:00 p.m. How about 4:15? I'll be free then, Jack.
#Person1#: OK. Let's meet at the bus stop and take the No.5 bus to go there.
#Person2#: Why not by bike? The bus would be crowded at that time.
#Person1#: But my bike is broken.
#Person2#: You can use your sister's new bike, can't you?
#Person1#: Yes. I'll wait for you in front of the bookstore opposite the cinema. | Jack and Mary will visit the Smiths at 4:15. They will meet in front of the bookstore opposite the cinema. |
train_5310 | #Person1#: Welcome, Miss. May I help you?
#Person2#: I hope so. I want a lipstick.
#Person1#: Do you have any particular brand in mind?
#Person2#: I like Lyfel very much.
#Person1#: We have different shades of Lyfel lipstick. May I know what color you usually wear?
#Person2#: Pink. But today, I'm thinking of buying one in a dark shade. You know, I will be a teacher next month. I wish to look more serious.
#Person1#: Yes, I see. How do you like this one?
#Person2#: Not too bad. May I have a try?
#Person1#: Certainly, Miss.
#Person2#: Mmm... It's still too bright. Any darker shades?
#Person1#: Not from the Lyfel group, I'm afraid.
#Person2#: Well, any brand will do as long as I can get the right color.
#Person1#: How about this one, then? It has more transparent touch.
#Person2#: OK, that's the very thing I need. | #Person1# helps #Person2# wants to choose a lipstick in a dark shade because she will be a teacher soon and want to look serious. |
train_5311 | #Person1#: Hi, Jane. It's nice to see you again. I heard that you went to the United Kingdom during the vacation.
#Person2#: Yes. I paid a visit to London and attended a summer course in English.
#Person1#: Wow. It sounds so good. How long did you stay there?
#Person2#: Well, I went there on July 5th and came back on August 15th.
#Person1#: What about the course?
#Person2#: I think the course was well organized. The teachers were nice. They taught us to listen, speak, read and write in English, but it mostly focused on speaking. One interesting thing I found was that the English classes were different from ours because they were very free. You can sit anywhere you like in the classroom. You can ask the teacher questions at any time during the class, and you are welcome to share your ideas with the classmates and teachers. I really enjoy this kind of class.
#Person1#: How interesting! Maybe our teachers should try that. | Jane shares with #Person1# the summer course in English that she attended in London, which was well organized but mostly focused on speaking. She enjoys the class. |
train_5312 | #Person1#: Can I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to look at some suits.
#Person1#: Oh, this way please. What size do you wear?
#Person2#: Size 41. I want something in dark flannel.
#Person1#: How about this one?
#Person2#: It feels all right. But if it were a darker color, I'd like it better. This seems too light for winter. Do you think you could get me one?
#Person1#: All right. I'll show you something darker. Do you like this one?
#Person2#: It looks good. But can I try it on?
#Person1#: Of course. Let me help you.
#Person2#: Thanks. It's comfortable. Well, how much is it, please?
#Person1#: $280.
#Person2#: Ok. I'll take it. Here's the money. | #Person1# shows #Person2# some suits and #Person2# likes the dark one and buys it. |
train_5313 | #Person1#: we are going out for dinner tonight. Are you coming, Betty?
#Person2#: I'm not sure. I have to check my schedule. Where are you going?
#Person1#: oh, Jake made a reservation at Friday's.
#Person2#: Jack?
#Person1#: yes, the one with the R$D team. Is that a problem?
#Person2#: I will never go out with him anymore.
#Person1#: why did you say so?
#Person2#: last time when we had dinner at the Smith's, it was a horrible experience. He had no manners at all!
#Person1#: oh, really?
#Person2#: he made a lot of noises while eating. He talked with his mouth full and sipped loudly.
#Person1#: are you kidding me? How could he behave like that?
#Person2#: it is true. Everyone kept looking at him. It was so embarrassing as I was sitting right next to him.
#Person1#: what a shame! Didn't he realized that?
#Person2#: I have no idea. He seemed to enjoy the dinner very much.
#Person1#: maybe he should really something about eating etiquette.
#Person2#: oh, he really should. | #Person1# invites Betty to come out for dinner tonight. But Betty doesn't want to have dinner with Jack because he has bad eating manners. |
train_5314 | #Person1#: How were things in the Tokyo branch when you were there?
#Person2#: Good! They have expanded and are doing better than they were last quarter. It's nice to see some improvement for a change.
#Person1#: Do you see the trend continuing over the next few months?
#Person2#: Yes, especially with so many of our executives going back and forth from here to Japan. The only problem is, they may have trouble when they go to open up business here.
#Person1#: Why would you say that?
#Person2#: They aren't too familiar with doing business outside of Japan. There are a lot of cultural differences to account for.
#Person1#: I'll say! Sometimes they just do things really differently. But one thing I can say, they are really hospitable.
#Person2#: Have you ever been to Japan?
#Person1#: Sure! I just got back yesterday. I'm still suffering from jet lag. | #Person2# describes to #Person1# how things are going in the Tokyo branch and thinks the positive trend will continue over the next few months even though there are cultural differences. |
train_5315 | #Person1#: How about you, Chuck? Where did you grow up?
#Person2#: Well, I was born in Ohio, but I grew up in Texas.
#Person1#: And when did you come to Los Angeles?
#Person2#: In 1978. I went to college here.
#Person1#: Oh. What was your major?
#Person2#: Drama. I was an actor for five years after college.
#Person1#: That's interesting. So why did you become a hairdresser?
#Person2#: Because I needed the money. And because I was good at it. Look! What do you think? | #Person1# asks about Chuck's personal experiences and why he became a hairdresser. |
train_5316 | #Person1#: Do you take long vacations at New Year?
#Person2#: Yes, we do. We love travelling abroad around New Year. We saw the Pyramids last year.
#Person1#: So where are you going for your vacation this year?
#Person2#: We haven't decided yet. My son wants to go to Spain and my daughter wants to go to France, but my wife and I want to go to China.
#Person1#: So why do you want to go to China?
#Person2#: We want to see pandas in Sichuan. So do you like traveling abroad?
#Person1#: Me? Well, it cost too much to take a trip abroad. I can't really afford such a trip.
#Person2#: Well, you've just worked for a few months after all.
#Person1#: Yes. So how long have you worked here?
#Person2#: For over 10 years. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about where to spend the long vacations at New Year. #Person1# plans to go abroad but #Person2# cannot afford it. |
train_5317 | #Person1#: What are you doing, Jane?
#Person2#: I am planning a party.
#Person1#: A party? What party? Your birthday party?
#Person2#: Of course not. My birthday is in December, don't you remember? It's the company's party. The general manager wants to invite some famous scientists, bankers and professors from universities to the party. These people are very important to the development of the company.
#Person1#: Have you finished all the planning?
#Person2#: Finished? You must be joking. I have just started. I still need to get a lot more information and I'll have to write many invitation letters.
#Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Would you? That would be very nice. Let me tell you what to do first. | Jane is planning the company's party and has to get a lot more information and write invitation letters. #Person1# will help her. |
train_5318 | #Person1#: I'm really sorry Madam, I missed your lecture because I was ill yesterday.
#Person2#: I'm not upset that you couldn't keep the appointment, but you didn't call me when someone doesn't turn up and doesn't call it makes someone else wait.
#Person1#: You're right, I apologize. I didn't feel well and I guess I just wasn't thinking of calling you at the time.
#Person2#: OK apology accepted. Now, I suppose you need to set up another appointment.
#Person1#: Yes, I do. But I'm really worried about my project. Can you see me now if I wait?
#Person2#: No, but I can see you at 3:00 o'clock this afternoon or during my office hours on Tuesday, Thursday or Friday.
#Person1#: Great. Your office hours are best at 2:00 o'clock Tuesday. OK?
#Person2#: OK, be there in time by then.
#Person1#: I promise I will not him. | #Person1# apologizes for missing the appointment with #Person2# because #Person1# was ill yesterday. #Person1# and #Person2# set up another appointment and will talk about the project. |
train_5319 | #Person1#: Do you have any questions for me?
#Person2#: Yes, I've applied for the post of sales assistant here, but I really care about if there are chances of promotion in the company.
#Person1#: Yes, we're growing all the time and if you are prepared to move, there are jobs at other branches.
#Person2#: Great. And in the job description, can you tell me something about your working hours?
#Person1#: Sure, because we open our book shops in the evenings as well as during the day, we ask staff when they prefer to work. Look at this time table, it says here we have a member whose name is Julia. She works 3 hours in the morning and then 2 hours in the evening. | #Person2# has applied for the post of the sales assistant. #Person1# answers #Person2#'s questions about promotion and working hours. |
train_5320 | #Person1#: Hello room service, This is Alice Brown in room 308. We'd like to order some drinks.
#Person2#: Yes, madam. What would you like?
#Person1#: We'd like to start with fruit juice, apple for me and orange for my daughter.
#Person2#: Right, madam. Do you want any tea or milk?
#Person1#: No, thank you. Just some lemon tea for my husband and some hot milk for my children.
#Person2#: Ok, and what time do you want it brought to your room?
#Person1#: About 8:00 AM. Oh, wait! Please bring it half an hour earlier. We may leave early to go sightseeing in the city.
#Person2#: OK. | Alice Brown calls the room service to ask for some drinks for her family. #Person2# answers and takes her order of two juices, tea, and milk, agreeing to bring the drinks by 7:30 AM. |
train_5321 | #Person1#: Hey, Jennie!
#Person2#: Yeah?
#Person1#: I was thinking I'd really like to rearrange the furniture in our living room.
#Person2#: Oh ya, how?
#Person1#: Move the TV to the corner, where it is now in the middle of the room. It looks like it's the most important thing in our lives.
#Person2#: Yeah, you're right, and if we move the chairs closer together, people can talk.
#Person1#: Exactly. | #Person1# wants to rearrange the furniture in the living room for convenience and Jennie agrees. |
train_5322 | #Person1#: Hi, Henry. Did you watch the fifty-seventh annual Grammy Awards on TV?
#Person2#: No, I had to work overtime that night. Did you watch them?
#Person1#: Not on TV. I was at the ceremony, so I got to see the performances in person.
#Person2#: That's amazing! How many awards were there?
#Person1#: 83 in all. One more than in two thousand fourteen and the show featured some unexpected performances.
#Person2#: Oh, right! The Grammys usually have great performances. Were they good this year?
#Person1#: Oh, they were amazing, all 23 of them. The Grammys are really an award ceremony, but the performances definitely take center stage. This year, the legendary rock band star from The Beatles, Paul McCartney, performed together with Rihanna and Kanye West!
#Person2#: I heard that Lady Gaga made an appearance, too. Who did she perform with?
#Person1#: With Tony Bennett. You really shouldn't have missed the show.
#Person2#: I'll watch it online tonight. | #Person1# describes to Henry the fifty-seventh annual Grammy Awards. Henry did not watch it because he had to work overtime that night and will watch it online tonight. |
train_5323 | #Person1#: What shall we do when we find a shortage in the shipment?
#Person2#: You should do one of the two things - either to lodge a claim with the shipowner or with the insurance company.
#Person1#: Shall we leave it to the brokers?
#Person2#: Yes. They usually do it.
#Person1#: Do they charge for that?
#Person2#: Of course. In Europe, they charge a commission of 1 % of the amount of the claim for their service.
#Person1#: Is it the same in America?
#Person2#: They do the work without charge to the importer.
#Person1#: It's part of their service, isn't it?
#Person2#: Exactly.
#Person1#: Is it enough to claim with an on board bill of lading?
#Person2#: No, you must also obtain a statement from the shipping agent certifying that the goods were actually loaded on their vessel for shipment.
#Person1#: I see. By the way, how do we prove the ownership of our goods?
#Person2#: You must provide full original set of ocean bills of lading original insurance policy or certificate and the original commercia invoice.
#Person1#: I see. Thank you.
#Person2#: You are welcome. | #Person2# tells #Person1# in detail about how to lodge a claim when a shortage is found and how to prove the ownership of the goods. |
train_5324 | #Person1#: Here's some flowers, love. Happy Valentine's Day.
#Person2#: Those are beautiful. They smell lovely. Thank you.
#Person1#: This is let you know that I still you after all this years. I knew there are some up and down when I married you, but through at all, you've always been may my Valentine.
#Person2#: Oh, sweet. You've always been my love too.
#Person1#: I don't think I say this enough, but I want to thank you for your kind listen patience, you have always been there for me.
#Person2#: I'll do everything for you, love. You know that, maybe you didn't realize, but you made everyday a enjoys moment and happy occasion.
#Person1#: I am so glad we met one another. | #Person1# gives #Person2# some flowers on Valentine's Day. They express their love for each other after all these years. |
train_5325 | #Person1#: Recently I have been getting headache and my eyes don't seems to see focus properly.
#Person2#: When did you last time have your eyes checked?
#Person1#: Two years ago. At that time I had no problems.Now I can ' t even make out something ten meters away.
#Person2#: Come over here. I will test your eyes. First cover your left eye like this, and when I point, please read the chart from the top, and go as far as you can, telling me which way the ' E ' points.
#Person1#: All right.
#Person2#: Good.Now the other eye.
#Person1#: Well, this one is worse.
#Person2#: Never mind, just read as far as you can.
#Person1#: I can only read the first three lines. | #Person1# has been getting headaches and eye problems. #Person2# tests #Person1#'seyesight. #Person1# can only read the first three lines. |
train_5326 | #Person1#: Ant Shirley, it has been years since we last met. How were you doing in the passing years?
#Person2#: Pretty well. What about you?
#Person1#: Fine. Where are the other guys?
#Person2#: It's a bit disappointing that they are all out for a movie.
#Person1#: Bad timing. I want to see them so much. How are they?
#Person2#: Not bad. I heard you are going to graduate this coming summer, right?
#Person1#: Yes, that's why I'm here. I'm thinking about buying a second-hand apartment.
#Person2#: Did you go to a real estate agent?
#Person1#: No, that will be too expensive.
#Person2#: That's true. By the way, what kind of apartment are you looking for?
#Person1#: My first job's salary will be a bit low. So the cheaper the better. Just one I can afford.
#Person2#: Sure. I'll try my best to find a satisfying one for you.
#Person1#: I'll appreciate it so much. | #Person1# comes to visit Aunt Shirley for help with buying a cheap second-hand apartment as #Person1#'s going to graduate this summer and #Person1# 's salary is low. |
train_5327 | #Person1#: Now, what seems to be the trouble?
#Person2#: It's nothing serious. But I always have a headache, and I haven't slept properly for several weeks. I've also lost appetite and my eyes are burning.
#Person1#: Mm, you do look rather pale. Let me take your temperature. Would you put the thermometer under your arm, please? Now, let me listen to your pulse. Mm, do you feel weak?
#Person2#: Yes, I never seem to have any energy.
#Person1#: I'll give you a blood test. Would you roll up your sleeve? Just as I thought. You're anemic. You'd better pay more attention to your diet. Eat plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables and food high in protein. And don't stay up late working. Try to get more rest.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person2# describes #Person2#'s symptoms to #Person1#. #Person1# gives #Person2# some tests and diagnoses #Person2# as anemic. #Person1# provides some advice to #Person2#. |
train_5328 | #Person1#: Good morning. What's the matter with you?
#Person2#: Good morning, doctor. I have a terrible headache.
#Person1#: All right, young man. Tell me how it got started.
#Person2#: Yesterday I had a runny nose. Now my nose is stuffed up. I have a sore throat. And I am afraid that I have got a temperature. I feel terrible.
#Person1#: Don't worry, young man. Let me give you an examination. First let me take a look at your throat. Open your mouth and say'ah '.
#Person2#: Ah.
#Person1#: Your throat is inflamed. And your tongue is heavily coated. You have all the symptoms of influenza.
#Person2#: What am I supposed to do then?
#Person1#: A good rest is all you need, and drink more water. I'll write you a prescription.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s symptoms. #Person1# gives #Person2# an examination, diagnoses #Person2#' as having influenza, therefore offers some advice as well as a prescription. |
train_5329 | #Person1#: Have you washed any clothes yet?
#Person2#: No, I've only washed my whites.
#Person1#: When you wash your dark clothes, can you put some of mine in?
#Person2#: Sure. Is there any extra care that I should take with your clothes?
#Person1#: Just make sure you keep it on the gentle cycle.
#Person2#: How many clothes of yours do you want me to wash?
#Person1#: There isn't a lot, why, do you have a large load to wash?
#Person2#: It's really only a small load.
#Person1#: Do you mind washing my clothes?
#Person2#: Not at all. It's no problem.
#Person1#: Thank you so much.
#Person2#: It's no trouble at all. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to help wash some clothes when #Person2# washes #Person2#'s dark clothes. #Person2# agrees and asks for some further details . |
train_5330 | #Person1#: so, what's new in the kitchen? That refrigerator is new, isn't it?
#Person2#: yes. I needed a large one. Before, I had a separate refrigerator and freezer, but this has both combined into one.
#Person1#: That's usual nowadays. You've added a few shelves too.
#Person2#: yes. You know I've been cooking more kind of food recently and I needed some extra space for spices and ingredients.
#Person1#: Did you buy new cupboards too?
#Person2#: no, I didn't. I gave them a really good clean, so they just look new. The worktop was in poor condition, so I had a new one added.
#Person1#: I see that you have bought several new pots and pans and utensils.
#Person2#: yes, I have. I need them to help me with these new dished I'm trying to make. I need a little more practice before I invite guests over. | #Person2# shows #Person1# #Person2#'s kitchen. #Person1# asks about the new large refrigerator, new shelves, seemingly new cupboard,new pots and pans and utensils. #Person1# answers. |
train_5331 | #Person1#: How much for the bus ride?
#Person2#: It's $ 1. 25 for this bus.
#Person1#: How long have you been a bus driver?
#Person2#: I started driving the bus a few months ago.
#Person1#: Is it fun driving the bus?
#Person2#: Not at all.
#Person1#: I don't think I ever wanted to be a bus driver.
#Person2#: I never did either, but it pays the bills.
#Person1#: I enjoyed talking to you.
#Person2#: I liked talking to you too. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the fee for the bus ride and says #Person2# doesn't find driving a bus fun. |
train_5332 | #Person1#: I am so bored all day.
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: Jack borrowed a large sum of money from me and didn't pay me back.
#Person2#: Don't make a mountain out of molehill. I am sure he will do that on his payday. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1#'s bored all day because Jack didn't pay back the money.#Person2# is sure Jack will pay it back to #Person1#. |
train_5333 | #Person1#: I'd like to talk to you about my grades.
#Person2#: Sure! What exactly do you have questions about?
#Person1#: I am worried that I messed up on a test.
#Person2#: Well, let me take a look at my grade book. How do YOU think you are doing?
#Person1#: I think I am doing great, except for that one test!
#Person2#: Well, your scores show that you could do a little better. What do you think you could improve on?
#Person1#: I think that I could study a little harder for tests.
#Person2#: Fine! Please remember that regular attendance is the most important way to begin.
#Person1#: Yes, I know.
#Person2#: I'm sure you'll do fine. | #Person1# wants to discuss #Person1#'s grades with #Person2#.#Person2# thinks #Person1# can do a little better and reminds #Person1# to begin with regular attendance. |
train_5334 | #Person1#: Good morning, Miss Wang. How beautiful you look today!
#Person2#: Thank you. I'm wearing make-up.
#Person1#: Who taught you to put on make-up?
#Person2#: It's me. I have studied make-up at a beauty shop.
#Person1#: Can you teach me how to do make-up?
#Person2#: Of course. First, use eye shadow to heighten your eyes.
#Person1#: What eye shadow do you think is the most fit for me?
#Person2#: I think pink eye shadow is popular among Chinese girls.
#Person1#: How do you protect yourself from chapped lips?
#Person2#: I suggest you use lipstick, which also accentuates your lips.
#Person1#: How did you grow such long nails?
#Person2#: You have to pay attention to trimming them from time to time. | #Person1# compliments Miss Wang's beauty and asks her about how to do make-up including eye shadow, lipsticks, and long nails. |
train_5335 | #Person1#: Hey Lucas, how was your trip to Paris?
#Person2#: It was wonderful, but I was so tired.
#Person1#: Did you go to the top of the Eiffel Tower.
#Person2#: Yes, that was the first thing we did. We went all the way to the top. There were visitorsfrom all over the world taking photos there.
#Person1#: What else did you see?
#Person2#: Art galleries, cathedrals, statues, fountains, palaces, bistros, there's really too much to say.
#Person1#: You must have had a great time.
#Person2#: Yes, at the beginning we were all excited and had lots of fun. However, on the third day of travelling in the city, I felt sick, I think I had something bad to eat but it passed by the evening.
#Person1#: Yes. you need to be careful with what you eat when you're abroad. sometimes new food might disagree with you.
#Person2#: On the fourth day, we went to taste the French cuisine. That was really fantastic. And no stomach problems.
#Person1#: That is great. Everyone says French food is wonderful.
#Person2#: You'll have to try for yourself some day. | Lucas tells #Person2# about his trip to Paris. He visited the Eiffel Tower and many other places. He felt sick on the third day and tasted French cuisine on the fourth day. |
train_5336 | #Person1#: Veronica! Veronica! Veronica! Are you OK?
#Person2#: Steven! What's going on! Who were those guys? I didn't know you have a gun! What's going on!
#Person1#: I will come clean as soon as we get to safety, OK? For now, you have to trust me, please! I would never do anything to hurt you.
#Person2#: Steven, I. . .
#Person1#: I haven't been completely honest with you Veronica, I'm sorry. I'm not a fireman. I'm not even from the United States. I'm a spy for the Indian government.
#Person2#: What? Why didn't you tell me before? What are you doing here?
#Person1#: When I was a young boy, I used to play cricket my father back in my hometown of Hyderabad. It was a peaceful town, and my father was a renowned chemist. One day, he was approached by members of the CIA, claiming that my father had made the discovery of the millennium in his small lab back at the university where he taught bio-chemistry. I never saw him again. I vowed to discover the whereabouts of my father and consequently joined the Indian Intelligence Bureau.
#Person2#: What does that have to do with those men shooting at us? Most importantly, why did you lie to me!
#Person1#: I'm sorry, I wasn't supposed to meet you. I wasn't supposed to fall in love with you, but you have to believe me when I tell you that what I feel for you is real.
#Person2#: I can't believe this! Why are all these things happening to me! I can't take it anymore! Let me out of the car!
#Person1#: Veronica, wait! | Steven and Veronica were being shooted by some men. Steven confesses to Veronica that he's a spy for the Indian government and tells her how he became a spy.He claims his love for her is unexpected but real. Veronica wants to leave the car. |
train_5337 | #Person1#: I can't believe it!
#Person2#: What's wrong? That was a great goal.
#Person1#: Yes, but I bet $ 200 dollars on the Cougars!
#Person2#: Looks like you're going to lose out on this game then.
#Person1#: I can't believe it! I thought the Cougars were going to win for sure.
#Person2#: What were the odds?
#Person1#: 20 to 1, in favour of the Cougars!
#Person2#: Too bad. | The Cougars lost the game but #Person1# bet $200 on it at long odds. #Person2# thinks it's too bad. |
train_5338 | #Person1#: Do you take reservations?
#Person2#: Of course. Reservations aren't necessary, but we recommend them as our restaurant can get quite busy.
#Person1#: I need a table for two for tonight.
#Person2#: What time?
#Person1#: We'd like to be seated at 8p m.
#Person2#: Smoking or non?
#Person1#: Non-smoking.
#Person2#: What name is the reservation under?
#Person1#: My name is Paul.
#Person2#: Ok. Please arrive at seven forty-five. We can only hold the table until 8, 15. | Paul books a table for two at 8 pm tonight with #Person2#'s assistance. |
train_5339 | #Person1#: We're trying to get donations.
#Person2#: What are you getting donations for?
#Person1#: We're getting donations for the campaigns.
#Person2#: How much money are you looking to make?
#Person1#: As much as we can.
#Person2#: Are you doing different fundraisers?
#Person1#: We're just going door to door.
#Person2#: You should do something else.
#Person1#: Do you have any suggestions?
#Person2#: Try a car wash and selling candy.
#Person1#: That is a good idea.
#Person2#: You'll make more money that way. | #Person1# tells #Person2# they're trying to get donations by going door to door. #Person2# thinks it's not enough and suggests trying a car wash and selling candy. |
train_5340 | #Person1#: Hi, are you busy?
#Person2#: Hi, I was just coming to see you. But since you made the trek to my office, you get to go first.
#Person1#: Okay, I'm putting together a report on the Allied Marketing Co. failure, and I seem to have run into a stone wall. Can you help me out?
#Person2#: Well, I can try, what do you need?
#Person1#: You were there when the problem started. I was hoping you could fill me in on the details.
#Person2#: Sure, no problem. But I need something from you.
#Person1#: Name it.
#Person2#: I'm supposed to have this package ready for mailing out tomorrow morning and I'm miles away from being ready. Can you edit this product study I wrote while I do these?
#Person1#: All right, I can do that, and as soon as we finish this, we can both work on my problem.
#Person2#: That works for me.
#Person1#: Give me the study. I'll start as soon as I get back to my office.
#Person2#: Here's a print out of the study, and this is a disc with the full report on it. The file name is product study, this is and extra copy so you can do whatever you want with it. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to help with a report on the Allied Marketing Co. failure while #Person2# requests #Person1# to edit the product study. They agree to help each other. |
train_5341 | #Person1#: You're right. Watching movies at home is way cheaper than going to the theater, too. I like downloading movies too because it's easy and fast.
#Person2#: I agree. And it's very convenient.
#Person1#: Have you ever heard of a movie rental company called Netflix? They send the movies directly to your house in the mail.
#Person2#: Really? That's great! I'm going to try that next time.
#Person1#: Yeah, but I wish they delivered video games too. Then I would never leave my house! | #Person1# and #Person2# like watching movies at home because it's cheaper, easy, and fast. #Person1# recommends Netflix to #Person2#. |
train_5342 | #Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, please. Can I exchange money here?
#Person1#: Here we can exchange HAD, USD and Euros. Which do you require?
#Person2#: To be honest, I really wanted to exchange my GBP, but I suppose USD will be fine. I have some and I just need a little local currency for expenses. Could you tell me what the rate is like today?
#Person1#: At the moment it's 830. 43 RMB for 100 USD, which is a pretty good rate.
#Person2#: OK, that sounds fine. I think 200 USD worth of RMB should be plenty, thanks. | #Person2# wanted to exchange some GBP for local expenses. #Person1# tells #Person2# what currencies they do. #Person2# gets 200 USD worth of RMB. |
train_5343 | #Person1#: Have you ever been to Japan? I'm going in the fall.
#Person2#: Yeah, I've been there twice.
#Person1#: Really? Tell me about it. What's it like?
#Person2#: Oh, it's fantastic.
#Person1#: Where did you go?
#Person2#: On my first trip I went to Tokyo, and on my second trip I visited Kyoto.
#Person1#: What did you think of Tokyo?
#Person2#: Very big and exciting, but very crowded, too.
#Person1#: Yeah. I've seen pictures of the crowds!
#Person2#: And the restaurant are excellent. . . but they're kind of expensive.
#Person1#: And how about Kyoto?
#Person2#: Kyoto is lovely. It's full of beautiful old temples and gardens. It's a very historic city.
#Person1#: How was the weather?
#Person2#: I was in Tokyo in August, and it was really hot and humid. I went to Kyoto in October. It was hot and sunny, but there was no humidity.
#Person1#: Sounds perfect. I can't wait! | #Person1#'s going to Japan in the fall. #Person2# describes #Person2#'s two trips toTokyo and Kyoto. #Person1#'s excited to go. |
train_5344 | #Person1#: You voted, right?
#Person2#: You know I did.
#Person1#: Who did you vote for?
#Person2#: I voted for Obama, of course!
#Person1#: Can you believe that he actually won?
#Person2#: I knew he would win.
#Person1#: I didn't think he would.
#Person2#: He was the top candidate.
#Person1#: I figured people wouldn't vote for him because he's African American.
#Person2#: That just goes to show that America is finally turning over a new leaf.
#Person1#: You're absolutely right.
#Person2#: I'm excited that Barack Obama is our President. | #Person2# voted for Obama. #Person2# knew Obama would win as he was the top candidate while #Person1# thought the contratry because he's African American. |
train_5345 | #Person1#: John, do you have a minute?
#Person2#: Oh, hi, Leo. Sure, what's up?
#Person1#: Well, I've been meaning to talk to you about the situation in the office.
#Person2#: But I'm not in there very often. It's so noisy that I can't work.
#Person1#: That's exactly what I'm getting at. We're supposed to be able to do our preparation and marking in that office, but have you noticed? Jack constantly has students coming in to get help with his course. A lot people are going in and out.
#Person2#: Has anybody spoken to him about it?
#Person1#: No, not yet, but someone's going to have to.
#Person2#: We really can't ask him to stop having students come in for help, can we?
#Person1#: No, of course not. But I'm not able to do my work and neither are you.
#Person2#: How about recommending him to use the storage room down the hall?
#Person1#: Oh, that would be too small.
#Person2#: With the cabinets taken out, it might be bigger than it looks.
#Person1#: Come to think of it, you may be on to something. Let's go have a look.
#Person2#: Let's rock n'roll. | Both John and Leo feel that the office is noisy since Jack constantly has students coming in to ask for help. They decide to recommend Jack to use the storage room down the hall. |
train_5346 | #Person1#: Waiter, bill, please.
#Person2#: Yes, I'll be with you in a minute. Here's your bill, sir. It's 480 yuan altogether.
#Person1#: What's this for?
#Person2#: That's for the wine.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: Would you like to put it on your hotel bill?
#Person1#: Yes. please.
#Person2#: Your name and room number, please?
#Person1#: Bill Black, Room 1201.
#Person2#: May I have a look at your room card, Mr. Black?
#Person1#: Sure. Here it is. | Bill Black asks to add the wine bill onto the hotel bill. The waiter asks for his name, room number and a look on his room card. |
train_5347 | #Person1#: Hello?
#Person2#: Hello, is that Miss Smith?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: This is Mr. Gao. How are you?
#Person1#: Not too bad, thanks. And you?
#Person2#: Fine. Listen. Are you free on Wednesday night? I'd like to invite you to dinner.
#Person1#: I'm terribly sorry, but I've already made arrangements for Wednesday.
#Person2#: That's a pity. How about Thursday?
#Person1#: That would be fine.
#Person2#: Great. What time would you like to meet?
#Person1#: Whenever is suitable for you. I have no plans for that day.
#Person2#: OK, let's say 6 o'clock at night.
#Person1#: And where would you like to meet?
#Person2#: I can pick you up at the gate of your company. Also, what type of food do you like?
#Person1#: I'm not very familiar with Chinese cuisine. What can you recommend?
#Person2#: Well, have you heard of Peking Duck? it's a local specialty.
#Person1#: Of course! Peking Duck is world-famous. I would love to try it.
#Person2#: OK, let's have that then.
#Person1#: All right. Well, I'll see you later.
#Person2#: See you later, goodbye. | Mr.Gao invites Miss Smith to dinner on the phone. They will meet at 6 o'clock on Thursday night at the gate of Miss Smith's company. Mr.Gao recommends Peking Duck and Miss Smith gladly agrees. |
train_5348 | #Person1#: how was school today, Dominic?
#Person2#: I hate school!
#Person1#: why? What happened?
#Person2#: I messed up my mid-term exam so badly today!
#Person1#: it's just one exam. Can you re-take the exam?
#Person2#: yes, but it's so humiliating! I don't want my friends to know I failed!
#Person1#: why didn't you do a good job?
#Person2#: I don't know. I sat down in my seat, looked at my paper, and then my mind just went totally blank.
#Person1#: do you think you studied enough for the exam?
#Person2#: no. . .
#Person1#: what did you do last night?
#Person2#: I watched TV.
#Person1#: did you study at all last night for your exam?
#Person2#: no, not really.
#Person1#: I am sure if you had studied, you would have done well. When can you re-take your exam?
#Person2#: tomorrow.
#Person1#: alright. Get out your books and I'll help you prepare. | Dominic failed an exam and he thinks it's humiliating to re-take the exam tomorrow, but he didn't study for it last night. #Person1#'ll help him prepare. |
train_5349 | #Person1#: It's so hard for me to learn English. Why is it so easy for you?
#Person2#: I didn't know you were having problems. Maybe it's easier for me because I already speak two languages. But also, I really work at it.
#Person1#: Well, I always do my homework and go to classes. What else do you think would help?
#Person2#: Well, you might try reading newspapers. And I always talk to Americans when I get a chance, though sometimes it's hard.
#Person1#: But, how do you meet Americans? I only know other foreign students.
#Person2#: How about sitting next to an American at lunch, or have you ever thought of asking someone over to your house for dinner?
#Person1#: Those are good ideas. But I'm a little shy to speak English.
#Person2#: You won't learn if you don't try and speak. If I were you, I'd talk to your English teacher. He might have some good ideas. | #Person1#'s having trouble learning English. #Person2# suggests reading newspapers, talking to Americans, and asking for #Person1#'s English teacher for help. |
train_5350 | #Person1#: Why, Mary Smith! I haven't seen you for ages. How have you been?
#Person2#: John, John Brown! It has been a long time, hasn't it? It must be at least a year.
#Person1#: No, we talked at the Johnsons' Christmas party last December. Don't you remember?
#Person2#: That's right. Well, how are you? Still working for the food company?
#Person1#: No, I changed jobs three months ago. I'm with the National Bank now. How about you?
#Person2#: I'm still teaching at the university, but I moved from the German Department to the Spanish Department. Well,how is your family? Are the children all in school now?
#Person1#: No, Billy is still at home. Tom is in the third grade and Jane's in the second.
#Person2#: Our two children haven't started school yet, either. But they will go in the fall. | Mary Smith meets John Brown unexpectedly. They haven't met since the Christmas party. They talk about their job and family. |
train_5351 | #Person1#: What's the matter?
#Person2#: I don't know. All of a sudden, the engine died.
#Person1#: Well, can you start it?
#Person2#: No...No, it won't start now.
#Person1#: Could we be out of gas?
#Person2#: No, I'm sure we are not out of gas.
#Person1#: Let's check the gas gauge. Oh, see, it's on 'empty'.
#Person2#: I was sure the tank was half full!
#Person1#: Obviously, it wasn't. Well, too bad.
#Person2#: What time is it now?
#Person1#: It's five to eight. I am afraid we can't get to the airport on time. He's probably looking for us right now.
#Person2#: Let's stand by the side of the road for a few minutes. Maybe somebody will stop and pick us up. | The engine died on the way to the airport. #Person1# finds out they're out of gas. #Person2# suggests waiting for somebody to pick them up. |
train_5352 | #Person1#: Do you like shopping at flea markets?
#Person2#: l love it. There is always something fascinating to discover.
#Person1#: The antiques market here in Paris is very famous. It's called Le marche aux puces de Saint-Ouen.
#Person2#: That's not very easy to say.
#Person1#: It's also known as Les Puces, which means 'The Fleas'.
#Person2#: Can you find many bargains there?
#Person1#: Well, it really depends. Because you are a tourist, it might be harder for you to get really good prices. | #Person1# tells #Person2# about the famous antiques market in Paris known as Les Puces. |
train_5353 | #Person1#: This is going to surprise you, but I'm happy. I think you're making the right move.
#Person2#: You do?
#Person1#: Look, maybe I shouldn't tell you this, but I am going over to WebTracker, too.
#Person2#: No way! That's great! Then we'll still be together!
#Person1#: Actually, I'm already working for WebTracker. Vince never wanted to give me what I was worth, so I figured, what the heck.
#Person2#: No kidding! I can't believe this. You devil!
#Person1#: It's kind of cool, isn't it? I'm sort of like a secret agent. | #Person1# is happy that #Person2#'s also going over to Web Tracker. #Person1# is actually working there already. #Person2#'s surprised and excited. |
train_5354 | #Person1#: Maybe we all will be all things to all men.
#Person2#: How terrible!
#Person1#: But for the life, we'll be changed by this society.
#Person2#: I really don't want to go into the world, I feel afraid of it.
#Person1#: Don't be silly. We have reached the age to take the responsibility by ourselves.
#Person2#: I know. | #Person2# feels afraid to go into the world. #Person1# thinks they have reached the age to take responsibility. |
train_5355 | #Person1#: The boss had an informal discussion with me this morning, I feel really down.
#Person2#: What's up? ?
#Person1#: Well, actually I failed to meet a deadline last week and I forgot to answer an e-mail for a VIP customer yesterday.
#Person2#: Anything that distracts you from work?
#Person1#: Yes, everything. I feel overwhelmed by the daily work. Sometimes, I just can't focus on what I am doing. What is worse, though I make plans for a whole week, I always have to make changes later on because other things come up. I can't manage my time well. I can't handle work well. I am afraid I was screw up more things.
#Person2#: Look, Lucy. Things are not so bad as you said. This is our company's busiest time in a year. You need to relax a little. Don't push yourself too hard, ok?
#Person1#: Well, I will try. | Lucy's down because she failed to meet a deadline.She feels overwhelmed by the daily work. #Person2# tells her not to push herself so hard. |
train_5356 | #Person1#: Our company's wei-ya is tomorrow night! It's your first Chinese New Year in Taiwan--you must be excited!
#Person2#: Excited? What's there to be excited about? It's just another company dinner, right?
#Person1#: You have no idea! There's a banquet with prizes, performances. . . you name it!
#Person2#: Really? What kind of prizes?
#Person1#: Well, I heard that last year Vivian from accounting won a new car!
#Person2#: A new car! You're kidding!
#Person1#: No, really! And she told me the secret to winning, wear red underwear!
#Person2#: Wear red underwear? ! Does that really work? Are you going to try it?
#Person1#: Of course! I'm not only going to wear red underwear, but I'm going to wear red socks and a red shirt, too!
#Person2#: Gee, I don't think I own any red underwear, but I can buy some! | #Person1# tells #Person2# about their company's wei-ya, the prizes of which might include a new car. #Person1# says wearing red underwear may help win the prizes. |
train_5357 | #Person1#: Ikebana, it's an art of flowers and it's quite different from Western style flower arrangement because in Ikebana's theory you can decorate one flower, only with one flower.
#Person2#: What's another Japanese art?
#Person1#: Japanese art? Mm, Ikebana! Tea Ceremony!
#Person2#: Tea Ceremony! Tell me about Tea Ceremony.
#Person1#: Tea Ceremony! It's, there's a certain way you have to make tea, not only make tea, there's a certain way to for example wipe a bowl.
#Person2#: I see.
#Person1#: Yes, with one piece of cloth, and you need to learn how to fold the cloth so that you you use each part of the cloth only once to wipe the bowl
#Person2#: How do you learn that? Is that something that your mother would teach you? How do people learn that?
#Person1#: There's some professionals for both flower arrnagement and tea ceremony. So you need to go to a school, yes, and learn from your teacher and their heirarchy and the organization and you need to pass each test to go, climb up the ladder in the heirarchy. | #Person1# tells #Person2# about Ikebana, the Japanese art of flowers, and the Tea Ceremony in Japan. There're some professionals for both flower arrangement and tea ceremony. |
train_5358 | #Person1#: I plan to emigrate to Canada.
#Person2#: Have you found a suitable job?
#Person1#: No. But it is said the welfare in Canada is very good.
#Person2#: But as to me finding a good job is the most important thing.
#Person1#: Maybe you are right, so I will try my best to find a suitable job. | #Person1# plans to emigrate to Canada. #Person2# suggests finding a good job. |
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