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train_5459 | #Person1#: Does your child still believe in Santa Claus?
#Person2#: Yes. She believes everything about him.
#Person1#: How sweet.
#Person2#: Yes. If she doesn't believe it, Christmas won't be so exciting to her.
#Person1#: When are you going to tell her that Santa Claus doesn't exist?
#Person2#: I'm not going to tell her. She will find out and understand when she grows older. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s daughter still believes in Santa Claus and won't tell her its inexistence. |
train_5460 | #Person1#: Excuse me. How much is the chocolate bar?
#Person2#: One dollar.
#Person1#: So, I can have five for five dollars?
#Person2#: Actually, you can only have four.
#Person1#: Oh, yeah. I forgot tax. Give me four then, please.
#Person2#: Okay. Thanks. | #Person1# buys four chocolate bars with tax included from #Person2#. |
train_5461 | #Person1#: Have we done everything on the list?
#Person2#: We haven't booked our hotel room yet. But I'll do that by telephone tonight.
#Person1#: We were going to look for another chair for the living room, but I'm too tired to think about that now. Let's have lunch.
#Person2#: What time is it? It's only 12:30. I told Howard we'd meet him a little before 1:00.
#Person1#: Oh, I've forgotten about Howard. Do we have to have lunch with him?
#Person2#: You said you wouldn't mind. He won't be in town more than a day or 2. And I want him to meet you. Besides, I think you'll like him.
#Person1#: Well, it's just that I'm too tired to do much talking after all that walking around town.
#Person2#: Don't worry. There was no problem talking with Howard. He always has plenty to say.
#Person1#: Where did you tell him we'd meet?
#Person2#: At the May Flower Coffeehouse at the Hilton Hotel. It's just around the corner from here. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to have lunch first before booking the hotel room and looking for another chair for the living room. #Person2# reminds #Person1# of a meeting with Howard and having lunch together. |
train_5462 | #Person1#: A tiring work day is finally over. Hey, Mike, look at this. I like it a lot.
#Person2#: I do too. It's my favorite kind of food. Let's call Qiang Mai Restaurant for home delivery.
#Person1#: Great idea. Their food is always good. I eat there a lot.
#Person2#: Well, what would you like tonight?
#Person1#: I feel like having some soup.
#Person2#: And I think I will have chicken and special Thai rice.
#Person1#: OK. Let's order. Oh, wait a minute. I don't have any money with me.
#Person2#: I don't, neither. What should we do?
#Person1#: Well, let's look in the refrigerator
#Person2#: . | #Person1# and Mike want to order food for home delivery but they have no money. Then they decide to eat at home. |
train_5463 | #Person1#: Do you know the first McDonald's restaurant had no seats for customers to sit on?
#Person2#: In that case, people had to stand eating, didn't they?
#Person1#: No, most people bought the food and took it away. And that's the way Mac and Dick thought of to avoid washing the dishes.
#Person2#: That's a good idea, but who are Mac and Dick?
#Person1#: They were two brothers who ran the first McDonald's. Later a businessman called Ray Kroc asked to buy their business.
#Person2#: Did the two brothers agree?
#Person1#: Yes, they sold the business to Ray for $27,000,000.
#Person2#: So today there are so many chain stores of McDonald's, right?
#Person1#: Exactly, but which McDonald's do you think sells the most hamburgers in the world every day?
#Person2#: I guess a certain one in New York.
#Person1#: No, no. It's the Hong Kong's McDonald's.
#Person2#: It's hard to believe. | #Person1# tells #Person2# how Mac and Dick thought of to avoid washing the dishes and why there're so many chain stores of McDonald's. |
train_5464 | #Person1#: Lucy, how was your first day of school?
#Person2#: It was great, dad.
#Person1#: What classes did you have?
#Person2#: Well, I had English from 9:00 o'clock to 11:00 o'clock, art from 12:00 o'clock to 2:00 o'clock and math from 2:30 to 4:30.
#Person1#: What do you think about the teachers?
#Person2#: They are all good teachers. I don't like my maths teacher, though he is very famous in America. He seems like an old person.
#Person1#: That's too bad. How is your English teacher?
#Person2#: She is my favorite. In today's class, she gave us a lecture on how to be a good student.
#Person1#: Where is she from?
#Person2#: She said that she's from a small town in the middle of England.
#Person1#: What about your art teacher?
#Person2#: She is very pretty and kind. She told us she was from Canada. Her class was interesting.
#Person1#: She sounds like a good teacher. | #Person1# asks about Lucy's feelings on the first day of school and the teachers of the classes. |
train_5465 | #Person1#: Sam, I heard your band is going to play at the student center this Friday night. When will it begin?
#Person2#: It begins at 7:30 and will last for an hour. It'll be my last time to play in the band, you know.
#Person1#: What? I cannot believe it. Don't you love music?
#Person2#: I do love music, but I just can't be a full-time student and still practice with the band every night. You know I've fallen behind my classmates. I want to go to a good college. I'm afraid I won't make it if I keep playing in the band.
#Person1#: So what do others in the band say?
#Person2#: They're very sorry about my decision to leave, but they respect my decision. Luckily, they found a new guitarist to take my place. So next time when you go to watch their performance, you'll see a new guitarist.
#Person1#: It's a pity that you no longer play in the band, so will you give up music?
#Person2#: No, I'll join a band again after I enter college. I just can't play now.
#Person1#: I think you've made the right decision. Study should always come first.
#Person2#: Thanks. Anyway, have a good time this Friday night. | Sam tells #Person1# that he will leave the band because he has to study to enter the college and the band has found a new guitarist. Sam will join a band after entering college, which #Person1# thinks the right decision. |
train_5466 | #Person1#: What happened to your eye?
#Person2#: Nothing really, I went to kiss my daughter on the cheek last night, and she reached up to stop me. One of her fingernails scraped my eye.
#Person1#: That sounds painful, it wasn't too bad at first, but the next morning. It really hurt.
#Person2#: You'd better see a doctor. There might be a scar.
#Person1#: I'd planned to see a doctor this morning, but was asked to meet an important client by my manager.
#Person2#: Oh, you're always so busy. | #Person2#'s eye was scraped by the fingernails of #Person2#'s daughter and #Person1# suggests #Person2# see a doctor. |
train_5467 | #Person1#: Hello Roger this is Anne.
#Person2#: Oh, hi Anne, how have you been? And how's your new apartment?
#Person1#: Well, that's what I'm calling about, you see, I've decided to look for a new place.
#Person2#: Oh, what's the problem with your place now? I thought you liked the apartment.
#Person1#: Oh, I do, but it's too far from the school, can you help me?
#Person2#: All right. So what kind of place are you looking for?
#Person1#: Well, I'd like to share an apartment with one or two roommates, and I can walk to school.
#Person2#: Ok, how much do you want to spend on rent?
#Person1#: Ah, about $150 a month? Oh, I'd prefer to rent a furnished apartment.
#Person2#: Well, I know there is an apartment. I'll drop by there on my way to class tomorrow.
#Person1#: Hey, thanks a lot.
#Person2#: Not at all. | Anne wants to change the apartment because it is far from the school. Roger knows an apartment that satisfies her requirements. |
train_5468 | #Person1#: What are you reading, Jenny?
#Person2#: The advice page in the newspaper. It's called 'Ask Alice'.
#Person1#: Why do you even read that stuff.
#Person2#: I don't know. It's amusing. People have the strangest problems.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: This woman, for example, she's pregnant and she found out she was having a girl. She told her sister she wanted to name the baby Lola.
#Person1#: So what?
#Person2#: So, get this. Before she has the baby, her sister gets a new cat. And guess what she names the cat.
#Person1#: She stole the name?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: What does Alice say she should do?
#Person2#: She says to talk to her sister about it and she still name her baby what she planned to name her. Isn't that funny, though? People are so crazy.
#Person1#: Oh, I see why you read this. You do it to feel better about yourself.
#Person2#: Not really. I just want to read something light and amusing. | Jenny is reading the advice page in the newspaper and tells #Person1# an example. She tells #Person1# she just wants to read something light and amusing. |
train_5469 | #Person1#: I need to go to the ATM.
#Person2#: So, why don ' t you?
#Person1#: I have no idea how to use the ATM.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: This will be my first time using an ATM.
#Person2#: I can help you with that.
#Person1#: Explain to me how to use it.
#Person2#: Just put your card into the machine.
#Person1#: Now what do I do?
#Person2#: Then you need to type in your PIN.
#Person1#: Now what?
#Person2#: Just click on one of the choices they give you, and that ' s it. | #Person1# needs to go to the ATM but doesn't know how to use it. #Person2# offers the instructions. |
train_5470 | #Person1#: Do you have sport shirts for ladies?
#Person2#: There are different types. Which one do you like best?
#Person1#: I think the red one fits me well. Can I try it on?
#Person2#: Surely, of course.
#Person1#: Where is the fitting room?
#Person2#: It's there, near the mirror. | #Person1# is going to try on a red sport shirt. |
train_5471 | #Person1#: Hi Benjamin. My name is Dr. Green. What seems to be the matter?
#Person2#: I've been feeling pretty ill for a few days now.
#Person1#: what are your symptoms?
#Person2#: I feel chilly, I've got cramps, I keep throwing up, and I feel dizzy and tired.
#Person1#: it sounds like you might be a bit dehydrated. Do you feel thirsty most of the day?
#Person2#: yes. I can't seem to drink enough.
#Person1#: have you been drinking plenty of water?
#Person2#: no, just soda.
#Person1#: ok. Well, we'll have a nurse take some blood in a few minutes to see if you're dehydrated. First, let me feel your pulse.
#Person2#: that seems to be a bit low, but that's not uncommon when you're ill.
#Person1#: is anyone else sick in your home?
#Person2#: no, but my girlfriend has mono.
#Person1#: I see. I'll have the lab techs run some tests to check for mono as well then. The nurse will come in then to take your blood, we'll run some tests, and then you can go home. You should hear from us
#Person2#: thanks. | Benjamin tells Dr. Green he's been feeling pretty ill. Dr. Green asks for more details and decides to take some blood and run some tests on Benjamin. |
train_5472 | #Person1#: I'm going to the bank.
#Person2#: What do you need to do?
#Person1#: I need to withdraw some money.
#Person2#: How are you going to do that?
#Person1#: I'll just use the ATM.
#Person2#: What's that?
#Person1#: It's the Automatic Teller Machine.
#Person2#: It gives you money?
#Person1#: I just insert my debit card into the machine.
#Person2#: And it gives you money?
#Person1#: Well, it gives me money, but it's my own money.
#Person2#: Oh. What good is that? I thought it gave you free money. | #Person1# needs to withdraw some money from the ATM and introduces the ATM to #Person2#. |
train_5473 | #Person1#: Nathan said he didn't have any fun at his new school this week. Do you know why?
#Person2#: I think he hasn't made any new friends yet. He's just a little lonely.
#Person1#: He really misses his friends from our old neighborhood.
#Person2#: Without a doubt. Maybe if he knew he doesn't have to give up any of his old friends to make new ones, it will be easier for him.
#Person1#: How do you propose to help him understand that?
#Person2#: Well, we can help him keep in touch with his old friends.
#Person1#: I guess we could go visit once in a while too.
#Person2#: Yeah. There's a lot we can do to help him through this transition. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about helping Nathan who transferred to a new school to overcome loneliness by keeping in touch with his old friends. |
train_5474 | #Person1#: How long will it take to learn English? Will I be able to take other courses next semester or will English take up all of my time?
#Person2#: It's hard to say. Language isn't like other studies.
#Person1#: You mean I could finish this course and still not know English? You'Ve got to be kidding!
#Person2#: I'm not kidding. Learning a language is a question of forming language habits and that takes time.
#Person1#: So do we have to stay in this English class forever?
#Person2#: No. You just have to stay here long enough to get some orientation. Then you go on practicing and learning outside. A lot of learning depends on your personal motivation.
#Person1#: So it's really the same story. Practice, practice, practice and more practice is the only way to learn a language.
#Person2#: You said it. | #Person2# tells #Person1# it is hard to say how long it will take to learn English and learning a language requires lots of practice. |
train_5475 | #Person1#: Guess who I saw yesterday?
#Person2#: I don't know. Who?
#Person1#: Avril Lavigen!
#Person2#: The Canadian rock singer? But I heard you had a part-time job yesterday. How did you see her?
#Person1#: Yeah, I worked as temporary staff in her concert. Look, her poster, a CD. . .
#Person2#: So you're a big fan, eh?
#Person1#: Not really. But I like some of her songs. She's actually very talented. She's a song writer and fashion designer, too.
#Person2#: And she was in a movie once again, right?
#Person1#: Yeah, though I don't think her acting skills are that great.
#Person2#: What was your impression of her when you saw her in person?
#Person1#: She looked sweeter than her pictures.
#Person2#: Did you take a photo with her?
#Person1#: No, there were too many people. When she got out of the car, her fans were all screaming, trying to give her flowers and to get her autographs.
#Person2#: Crazy! | #Person1# tells #Person2# the experience of seeing Avril Lavigne when working as a temporary staff in her concert. #Person1# thinks she looked sweeter but didn't take photos with her. |
train_5476 | #Person1#: What's the weather today?
#Person2#: It's fine today.
#Person1#: What was the weather like yesterday?
#Person2#: It rained all day yesterday. The weather was awful last week.
#Person1#: What will the weather be like tomorrow?
#Person2#: It's going to be sunny tomorrow. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the weather today, yesterday, and tomorrow. |
train_5477 | #Person1#: I watched a very interesting documentary about plants yesterday evening. It was called ' unusual plants ' and looked at several species of plants from around the world which have unusual features.
#Person2#: Really? Tell me about some of the plants they showed.
#Person1#: Well. There was one type of plant that catches insects and eats them.
#Person2#: Is that type of plant found in this country?
#Person1#: No, it isn't. it's a pity, because I'd like to see it in action.
#Person2#: So would I. what other unusual plants did they show?
#Person1#: They showed flowers that only provide their nectar to one type of butterfly or bee. The insect has to be the exact size to get the nectar. Other insects cannot get it. Of course, when the insect collects the nectar, it also takes some pollen from one flower to another.
#Person2#: That's very specialized. So, the insects and the flowers rely on each other. If one became extinct, the other would too.
#Person1#: That's right. That's one reason why it's so important to protect every species.
#Person2#: I see. The plants that fascinate me most are cacti. I find it amazing that they can survive in such dry desert conditions.
#Person1#: According to the documentary, they have an incredible ability to find water supplies, however small, and then store them without losing much through evaporation.
#Person2#: That's why they often have long roots to find water spines instead of leaves, to reduce water loss. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# watched an interesting documentary called 'unusual plants', including a plant that catches insects and eats them, flowers that only provide nectar to one type of butterfly or bee, and cacti. |
train_5478 | #Person1#: Do you know the highest mountain in the world?
#Person2#: Yes. It is Everest, also called Zhumulangma in China. It is 8, 844. 43 meters above the sea level.
#Person1#: Wow! That must be really awesome to stand on the top of the mountain to overlook the earth.
#Person2#: Actually, it is impossible because the mountain is covered with snow all year around. And it has heavy fog for most of the time.
#Person1#: Have people set foot on its peak?
#Person2#: Yes, it has been conquered by many people in history. | #Person2# tells #Person1# Everest is the highest mountain in the world and many people conquered it in history. |
train_5479 | #Person1#: Oh. It looks like Jack is going to make his annual speech.
#Person2#: Couldn't he wait until we're finished eating?
#Person1#: Yeah. I'm still hungry, but I guess it's kind of rude to keep eating while he's talking, huh?
#Person2#: Can you even hear what he's saying?
#Person1#: No. He's so far away I can hardly see him! Let's keep eating!
#Person2#: Can you turn the lazy Susan for me? I want some more chicken.
#Person1#: All that's left is a leg. I gave the head to Tim! | #Person1# and #Person2# decide to keep eating because they can't hear Jack's annual speech. |
train_5480 | #Person1#: How about your grades of study?
#Person2#: I have been doing quite well. As reach 90 % and Bs reach 100 %. And I'Ve been awarded Zu Jingle Scholarship two times.
#Person1#: Besides your major, do you know some in other fields?
#Person2#: Yes. To develop my knowledge, I studied Economics, Business Administration and Accounting through self-study. Nowadays, I have passed three courses on CPA.
#Person1#: Have you ever been a student leader?
#Person2#: Yes, I used to be the monitor of my class.
#Person1#: Did it affect you much?
#Person2#: It's a very important experience for me. First, it improved my organizing ability, and let me understand how to resolve a problem in the overall perspective instead of my own perspective. Second, it let me know how to cooperate in harmony with people who I like or dislike. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2#'s grade is good and develops knowledge of economics, business administration and accounting. #Person2# also has experience of being a student leader. |
train_5481 | #Person1#: Robert, this is my friend, Mrs. Smith.
#Person2#: Hi, Nice to meet you.
#Person3#: Nice to meet you too.
#Person2#: Mrs. Smith, what do you do for work?
#Person3#: I'm a doctor.
#Person2#: Oh. Where do you work?
#Person3#: New York University hospital in New York City. What do you do?
#Person2#: I'm a teacher.
#Person3#: What do you teach?
#Person2#: I teach English.
#Person3#: Where?
#Person2#: At a high school in New Jersey.
#Person3#: That's nice. How old are you?
#Person2#: I'm 32. | #Person1# introduces Robert and Mrs.Smith to each other. They tell each other their jobs and ages. |
train_5482 | #Person1#: I am keen on a coat on www. dingding. com. But it requires having an online banking account. Is it necessary?
#Person2#: Indeed. Online banking enables you to make on-line shopping.
#Person1#: Do you know how to get the bank account?
#Person2#: Bring your ID card and fill out a form. That will be fine.
#Person1#: So easy.
#Person2#: I think online banking can change your money habits and it is quicker than ATM processing speed.
#Person1#: My shopping life will be more convenient. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to open an online bank account which is necessary for online shopping. |
train_5483 | #Person1#: Hi, Dave. You're early.
#Person2#: So you knew it was me?
#Person1#: I had an idea.
#Person2#: Look, before we get into the secret admirer thing, I want to talk to you about WebTracker.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. I know you feel betrayed.
#Person2#: So you're really planning to quit invoking and switch over to WebTracker?
#Person1#: My mind is made up. | #Person1# admits to Dave #Person1#'s determination to quit invoking and switch over to WebTracker. |
train_5484 | #Person1#: I haven't got enough 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 sectary, 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 for prosecuting a certain man. #Person2# suggests asking his former secretary, Lora. |
train_5485 | #Person1#: Has anyone told you about Jessica's party coming up?
#Person2#: I was told about it already. I'm just waiting for my invitation.
#Person1#: Is that right? I already got my invitation from her earlier.
#Person2#: I believe that she will give me the invitation today.
#Person1#: Are you even going to go?
#Person2#: Yeah, it sounds like it's going to be the best party of the year.
#Person1#: Exactly, it seems like it's going to be loads of fun.
#Person2#: When exactly does the party start?
#Person1#: The invitation says it starts at 8
#Person2#: Has she given out a lot of invitations yet?
#Person1#: I have no idea, she hasn't given out many though.
#Person2#: I'm planning on going, but I really need her to give me my invitation. | #Person1# got the invitation to Jessica's party, while #Person2# is waiting for the invitation. They both look forward to the party. |
train_5486 | #Person1#: Here is the document you asked for this morning.
#Person2#: Oh, you are so efficient. I thought you might give it to me tomorrow. Thanks.
#Person1#: You're welcome. You know, these days I have been reflecting on my biggest weakness procrastination. The more I think about it, the more I hate myself for being so disorganized. I decided to change the situation as soon as possible. Otherwise I will be more regretful later.
#Person2#: This is encouraging news, good for you! What is your solution, then?
#Person1#: The most useful method is to make plans and set priorities. It helps me to manage time well and get the most important things done at the first place.
#Person2#: Sounds not bad! Better performance isn't just about doing a lot more. It is about focusing on the right things to do. | #Person1# wants to get rid of procrastination and decides to make plans and set priorities. #Person2# thinks it's good for #Person1#. |
train_5487 | #Person1#: Housekeeping. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. This is room 804. I can't find my coat. I was wondering if it's in the lost and found.
#Person1#: I can check for you. Could you describe the coat?
#Person2#: It's a light blue coat. It's got a hood and a big silver zipper.
#Person1#: When was the last time you saw it?
#Person2#: Last night. I think I may have left it in the lobby bar.
#Person1#: OK. I'll check the lost and found with the bar manager. We'll do our best to find it.
#Person2#: Thanks. I appreciate that. | #Person2# phones to Housekeeping for #Person2#'s lost coat. #Person1# asks for more details and will check the lost and found. |
train_5488 | #Person1#: May I have a word with you?
#Person2#: You've called me at a bad time. I'm writing a report and have to finish within an hour.
#Person1#: You really like leaving things to the last minute.
#Person2#: I know this is a terrible habit. | #Person1# wants to talk to #Person2#, but #Person2#'s writing a report to meet a deadline. |
train_5489 | #Person1#: Good morning, Miss Irene. This is your first day to work here. I hope you will like your job.
#Person2#: Good morning, Miss Jean. I think I'll enjoy working with you.
#Person1#: This is your desk. Sit down here please.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Miss Irene, your main duty is to answer phone calls and transfer them to the person wanted.
#Person2#: I see. What if the person wanted is out?
#Person1#: In that Case, you are supposed to ask the caller to leave a message.
#Person2#: Will I be responsible for keeping all the files in order?
#Person1#: Yes, you will. The secretary will do this with you.
#Person2#: All right. | Miss Jean greets Miss Irene on her first day to work and introduces Miss Irene's duties to her. |
train_5490 | #Person1#: How are you paying for your college education?
#Person2#: My expense for every semester is almost $15,000. At the start of each semester my parents pay the $10,000 in tuition. I also get $2,000 in financial aid. I have to earn the rest myself.
#Person1#: How do you do that?
#Person2#: I have a part-time job at a hotel. I work about twenty hours a week, and earn $400. Mter taxes, I make about $320.
#Person1#: How do you spend the money?
#Person2#: It helps to pay for my room and board on campus. It also pays for things like my cell phone, book, transportation, and clothes.
#Person1#: You don't have much money for fun, do you?
#Person2#: That's time! I stick to my budget carefully so I don't have to borrow. I don't like to owe people money. I hardly ever go to movies. My roommates and I usually rent videos, and split the cost, so it's cheaper.
#Person1#: How else do you save money?
#Person2#: I don't go to restaurants. I make meals with my roommates so it's cheaper to eat. I try to walk or ride my bicycle to college. Oh, and I buy a lot of my clothes at second-hand stores. You can find some very cheap, decent clothes in those stores. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# has to do part-time job to earn the rest expense for #Person2#'s college education. #Person2# sticks to #Person2#'s budget and tries to save money in watching movies, eating, transportation and clothes. |
train_5491 | #Person1#: I think that intermarriage is a good idea. After all, we are living in a cosmopolitan country. We have so many different races living together peacefully, don't we? It is nothing new to us, and I feel that inter- marriage will work out
#Person2#: Personally, I feel that it is not a very sound idea. It is difficult for two people of entirely different religions to live and share life together. They will face so many problems that it would be better if they don't get married in the first place.
#Person1#: Of course there will be problems. Even two people of the same religion have problems. It is the same in this case. except that it will be slightly more difficult, I guess.
#Person2#: I agree with you, Henry. Naturally, there will be arguments and personal differences. Marriage thrives on a give-and-take policy, so a couple will have to learn to adapt to each other's customs and traditions.
#Person1#: That's right. Married people should be more tolerant towards each other and be willing to learn about each other's religion. Only then can understanding and acceptance be achieved ultimately.
#Person2#: You talk as if it were very simple. It isn't, you know. I should know. as I am a child of a mixed marriage.
#Person1#: All right, you tell us why is is not such a good idea.
#Person2#: You see, Henry, it depends on the individuals concerned. If two people of different religions marry, they should be prepared for the consequences. It is only after marriage that the vast differences in the cultures begin to show. Little things, from food and clothes to bigger aspects like religious beliefs, tend to clash, leading eventually to a rift. Besides. there will be either personal pride or the reluctance to accept the other's views. It may lead to a big gap between the parents, and their children may suffer a lot in between.
#Person1#: You have a point there. but I can also tell you of several such couples who are living happily together.
#Person2#: I suppose that you are right. Intermarriage can lead to happiness or sorrow, depending on how it is handled. | Henry thinks that intermarriage is a good idea while #Person2# thinks the opposite because #Person2# thinks it is difficult for two people of different religions to live together and shares some experience of being a child of a mixed marriage. Finally, they reach an agreement that intermarriage can lead to happiness or sorrow, depending on how it is handled. |
train_5492 | #Person1#: I can't find my purse.
#Person2#: Oh, no. Maybe you left it at the bank. You took it out when you cashed the cheque.
#Person1#: But I remember having it after that.
#Person2#: Well, you paid for the coffee when we were in that coffee shop. Remember?
#Person1#: That's right. I remember feeling it to my pocket as we walked out.
#Person2#: And then, we dropped in ... bookshop...
#Person1#: Yes. But I remember taking a piece of paper out of my purse to write down the name of the book on it. I think I must have left the purse on the shelf. I'll call the bookshop and see if they found it. | #Person1# can't find #Person1#'s purse. #Person1# and #Person2# think #Person1# may have left the purse in the bookshop and #Person1# will call the bookshop. |
train_5493 | #Person1#: So, what is your schedule like every day?
#Person2#: Well, uh, I get up around a quarter to six ( 5:45 ) in the morning.
#Person1#: Wow! That's kind of early.
#Person2#: A little. Then, I eat a quick breakfast, and I catch the bus at, uh, 7:00. It takes about 20 minutes to walk to the bus stop.
#Person1#: That's a pretty good walk.
#Person2#: Yeah, and uh, next, I work at the library from 8:00 to 11:15 or so, and I have classes from noon until about five.
#Person1#: Um.
#Person2#: And then I catch the bus back home, and I arrive ... well, you know how the traffic is. It depends on traffic, but around 6:15, and I make a sandwich or something for dinner, and then I walk to the gym and meet some of my friends, uh, there [ Oh, that sounds fun. ] around 7:00. [ Around 7:00? ] You know Steve? [ Uh-huh. ] Yeah, he and I usually go. Steve and uh, what is her name? The new girl, um. I think her name is Amy.
#Person1#: So you have a group you work out with then?
#Person2#: Right.
#Person1#: That sounds fun.
#Person2#: And we exercise, play basketball, lift weights ... you know, do things like that ... for about an hour and a half.
#Person1#: Wow. Do you do that every night?
#Person2#: Oh, no. I usually go to the gym on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. And on Wednesdays, I take guitar lessons [ Ooh, fun! ] Yeah, uh, in the evening at a music school, you know, just around the corner from my house.
#Person1#: Oh, that's convenient.
#Person2#: Yeah, yeah. It's really nice.
#Person1#: Well, I was wondering when do you get time to see your girlfriend.
#Person2#: That's the problem. I only see her on Tuesdays in the evening and on Saturdays and some Sundays. I mean, we usually text each other every day, and I sometimes call her during my lunch break.
#Person1#: Oh, that's nice.
#Person2#: It sounds like you have a very busy schedule. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# gets up around 5:45 am, catches the bus at 7:00, works at the library from 8:00 to 11:15, has classes from noon to 5 pm, eats dinner around 6:15, and does work out with friends around 7:00 three days a week. On Wednesday nights, #Person2# has guitar lessons and #Person2# only see his girlfriend on Tuesday evenings, Saturdays and some Sundays. |
train_5494 | #Person1#: Hi, taxi.
#Person2#: Good morning, Lady. Where do you wanna go?
#Person1#: I want to go to this place.
#Person2#: You want to go to No. 22 Xiangyun Dajie?
#Person1#: Yes, yes, No. 22 Xiangyun Dajie.
#Person2#: I am sorry. I don't know where that is. I only know where Xiaoyun Road is, but I've never heard of Xiangyun Dajie.
#Person1#: You don't know Xiangyun Dajie, do you?
#Person2#: No, maybe you can ask some other taxi drivers. I am sorry. I can't help you.
#Person1#: Not at all. Thank you all the same. | #Person1# wants to go to No. 22 Xiangyun Dajie, but #Person2# doesn't know where it is and suggests #Person2# asking other taxi drivers. |
train_5495 | #Person1#: Welcome!
#Person2#: Would you give me a bottle of beer, please?
#Person1#: With ice, sir?
#Person2#: No, ice will spoil the taste.
#Person1#: Anything else, sir?
#Person2#: Yes. Something non-alcoholic, please.
#Person1#: Fruit juice, milk or mineral water?
#Person2#: A glass of juice please.
#Person1#: Coming up immediately. | #Person2# orders beer and juice with #Person1#'s assistance. |
train_5496 | #Person1#: Excuse me. . .
#Person2#: Yes, sir. How may I be of service?
#Person1#: I would like to return this item. . . Are refunds allowed?
#Person2#: Certainly. The customer is always right, we are here to serve you. Is there a reason that you would like to return it? Did you have problems with our product or services?
#Person1#: No, no. . . It was just the wrong size.
#Person2#: Would you be interested in an exchange as opposed to a refund? I think I can help you to find the appropriate size.
#Person1#: No. I would rather just return it.
#Person2#: Sure, no problem. Do you happen to have the receipt?
#Person1#: Yeah, right here.
#Person2#: Ok, just a moment, please. Here you are, I need you to sign here, please. And here is your refund. Is there anything else I can help you with?
#Person1#: No, thank you.
#Person2#: You're welcome. Have a nice day! | #Person1# wants to return an item and get refunds because of the wrong size. #Person2# is assisting #Person1#. |
train_5497 | #Person1#: Hi, Anna. I haven't seen you for ages. Where have you been?
#Person2#: I've been away on holidays for sometime.
#Person1#: No wonder I haven't seen you recently. Where did you spend your holidays?
#Person2#: I went with my husband. Our first stop was Bangkok. We stayed there for 5 days. Then we flew to Hong Kong, stopover for 3 days. Our last stop was China. We visited the Great Wall.
#Person1#: You must have a wonderful time.
#Person2#: Yes. We enjoyed ourselves very much. Have you traveled much, Luke?
#Person1#: No, my wife doesn't like traveling. We haven't been traveling for more than ten years. The first time we traveled together was in 1978 when we just got married. We spent our honeymoon in the Alps. | Anna tells Luke she and her husband went to Bangkok and China on holiday. Luke tells Anna he doesn't travel much. |
train_5498 | #Person1#: So, you friend's getting married on Saturday. What have you bought her as a wedding gift. I find is so hard to choose the right gift.
#Person2#: My friend and her fiance had a really good idea. They have cut out pictures from catalogues and pasted them in a notebook. The picture are of things they want. People sign their name by the item they will buy.
#Person1#: That's clever! Then everyone knows that they are buying something the couple really want and there's no chance of two people buying the same gift. What things were in the notebook?
#Person2#: Most of the things were household appliance. You know, everything from an iron through a vacuum cleaner to a cooker. I think it's an excellent way for everyone who knows the couple to help them set up home.
#Person1#: So , what did you get them?
#Person2#: I bought a sewing machine. I know that my friend likes making her own clothes, but her current sewing machine is quite old and has some problems.
#Person1#: What's wrong with it?
#Person2#: She says that after several years of use, it's not working properly. When she uses it, it makes a funny noise.
#Person1#: Household appliance don't seem to last for a long time nowadays.
#Person2#: I think it's because the manufactures are constantly bringing out new models. Because they know that we will buy the new models, the appliances don't need to last more than five or ten years at most. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about the notebook made by #Person2#'s friend and her fiance in which there are pictures of things they want as wedding gifts. #Person2# then tells #Person1# she bought them a sewing machine. |
train_5499 | #Person1#: This is how a holiday should be. Relaxing on the beach with a nice cool drink.
#Person2#: Isn't it wonderful here? The kids are enjoying themselves in the swimming pool. I hope it's safe.
#Person1#: Don't worry about them. They're very responsible. Besides, there are many people there and there's lifeguard employed by the hotel. Waiter! Could I have another drink please? Thank you. So, what shall we do this evening?
#Person2#: The kids said that they wanted to go to a party at the hotel. There's a special one just for kids.
#Person1#: So, we could try that restaurant that was recommended in the guidebook. Then we could go to a club. We haven't been to one for ages.
#Person2#: That's a great idea. We can really enjoy ourselves without worrying about the kids.
#Person1#: Now, how about going for a swim in the sea? We shouldn't sunbathe all day. | #Person1# and #Person2# are enjoying themselves on the beach. They talk about the kids' safety and their plans for this evening. |
train_5500 | #Person1#: I would much rather see her once or twice and not do anything about it. what could I about it anyway?
#Person2#: Don't say things like this. Please be confident. I think you still have the chance to win her love, unless you don't love her anymore.
#Person1#: Don't you think she is a bit out of my way?
#Person2#: In some way, she is more modern.
#Person1#: If I do try to do anything, I'd only be sent off with a flea in my ear.
#Person2#: If you really think so, in my opinion you should give up this feeling completely. | #Person1# complains to #Person2# of pursuing a girl. #Person2# tells him to give up this feeling. |
train_5501 | #Person1#: Hilda, I know you're busy and I really hate to bother you, but...
#Person2#: What is it, Bill?
#Person1#: Well, I was hoping you could give me a ride to the airport.
#Person2#: Can't you take the subway?
#Person1#: My flight is early in the morning on Sunday. I don't think the subway is open then.
#Person2#: Well, I've got tons of homework to do before next Monday. You know, we have exams on Wednesday afternoon. What about calling a taxi? It shouldn't be too expensive on a day with so little traffic.
#Person1#: You're right, but it's not money I'm worried about. It's the time of day.
#Person2#: You think there won't be any taxis on the road in the morning?
#Person1#: Exactly. I won't be able to get a ride and I'll miss my flight. I could explain how you're helping me, so our teacher might excuse you.
#Person2#: That would be great, but I doubt if I can get out of a final exam. My neighbor sometimes drives people to the downtown area. He charges them $6 and they save money on a $10 parking fee.
#Person1#: Do you think he take me?
#Person2#: I'll be happy to give you his number. | Bill requests Hilda to drive him to the airport in the early morning on Sunday because he's afraid there won't be a subway or taxi available. Hilda's busy with her schoolwork, so she recommends her neighbor. |
train_5502 | #Person1#: Lucy, I heard that you got a new job. Is that true?
#Person2#: Yes, Tony. I am working as a guide in our city's museum. I introduce unexplained pictures, items and things to the visitors.
#Person1#: But that is a hard job. You know, you will have to learn about history.
#Person2#: I know. I like reading about the past. When I read history, I can correctly choose what to do in the present situation. I love this job very much.
#Person1#: I see. You will learn a lot from it.
#Person2#: That's true. Besides, most importantly, I can get some work experience from it. Maybe you can also find a part time job. It will do you a lot of good.
#Person1#: That's a good idea, but I don't want to do what you do. | Lucy tells Tony she got a new job as a guide in the city's museum and she enjoys the job and gets some work experience. |
train_5503 | #Person1#: Congratulations on winning the speech contest, Peter!
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Could you tell me some important factors in delivering a successful speech?
#Person2#: Well, basically 4 points. Pronunciation, intonation, a well written essay and proper body language.
#Person1#: But how do you use body language properly?
#Person2#: The key point is that body language should be a natural aid to the ideas you express. Don't use body language simply because you think you should do so.
#Person1#: I see. By the way, how do you benefit from such an experience?
#Person2#: A lot! this public performance tests my English, strengthens my confidence and may bring me more opportunities.
#Person1#: I quite agree with you. | Peter, who won the speech contest, tells #Person1# four important factors in delivering a successful speech and what he benefits from this experience. |
train_5504 | #Person1#: Shall I phone and tell your secretary you're not coming today?
#Person2#: Yes, please, dear. Tell her I've got a cold and a headache, but I hope to be back in a day or two. You better say I'm staying in bed.
#Person1#: But you not in bed. Do you want me to tell a lie?
#Person2#: Oh, it's only a very little one, dear. I'm not making a false excuse. I really have a bad headache.
#Person1#: Then put the cigarette out. It's very foolish of you to smoke when you've got a cold.
#Person2#: Very well, dear, you're quite right.
#Person1#: Look, here some boiling water. Do as I tell you now. I've put something in the water that will do a lot of good. Put your nose over the water. That's right. Breathe in deeply. It'll do you a lot of good.
#Person2#: It smells nice. | #Person2# asks #Person1# to phone and tell #Person2#'s secretary that #Person2#'s not coming today due to illness. #Person1# then offers #Person2# some boiling water to make #Person2# feel better. |
train_5505 | #Person1#: Hello, Richard. Nice to meet you.
#Person2#: Hi, Barbara. Haven't seen you for ages!
#Person1#: I've just come back from Canada. I was helping in a research program and I stayed in a town near Toronto for 2 months.
#Person2#: Oh, how nice! Did your program go smoothly?
#Person1#: Yes, and I'm going back in March to continue.
#Person2#: Did you enjoy your stay in Canada?
#Person1#: Oh, yes. They were very nice people. I mean, the people I worked with, very friendly and very helpful.
#Person2#: Did you travel a lot there?
#Person1#: No, we were very busy trying to finish the first part before Christmas. But my friends took me to quite a few parties and I never forget the big meal on Thanksgiving Day, and the fun we had on Boxing Day.
#Person2#: What Day?
#Person1#: Boxing Day. The day following Christmas Day.
#Person2#: You certainly learned a lot there. | Barbara tells Richard she was in Canada to help in a research program and she enjoyed the stay, especially Thanksgiving Day and Boxing Day. |
train_5506 | #Person1#: What are you going to do for the project?
#Person2#: I don't know. I was hoping you could help me think of something.
#Person1#: Well, you're such a good artist. You could talk about watercolor while you're doing one in front of the class.
#Person2#: Maybe, but what if I make a mistake in front of everyone?
#Person1#: Come on, you're really talented. Besides you wouldn't have to do much preparation before hand.
#Person2#: True.
#Person1#: Or how about this? You could bring in a photo, a pencil drawing and watercolor of the same subject. Something simple so it wouldn't take so much time to do like a flower. Then you could show the advantages and disadvantages of working with different materials.
#Person2#: I could do that ahead of time.
#Person1#: You could, but remember it would take a lot more time.
#Person2#: Sure. Thanks. | #Person1# suggests #Person2# doing the art project by showing the same subject in different materials to show the advantages and disadvantages. |
train_5507 | #Person1#: So, eh, could you tell me something about the job?
#Person2#: Sure, it's working behind the box office, selling tickets to people that come in to buy a ticket to go and see a film.
#Person1#: Ok, and what are the hours I'd have to work?
#Person2#: Well, it's just from 4:00 till 6:00 Monday to Friday.
#Person1#: Ahha, so weekends are free then.
#Person2#: Yeah, weekends are free.
#Person1#: And how much is the salary?
#Person2#: It's 5 pounds an hour, so working from 4:00 till 6:00 that's obviously 10 pounds a day.
#Person1#: Ahha, alright. How do I apply?
#Person2#: Well, the best thing is if you come in and see me and we can fill out an application form while you're here.
#Person1#: Ok, and who do I ask for?
#Person2#: Uh, you ask for Steve Wallace.
#Person1#: Alright. Thank you then. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about the details of the job #Person1# is interested in and tells #Person1# how to apply for it. |
train_5508 | #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 cellphone browser.
#Person1#: What if you want to publish some photos?
#Person2#: Then I'll shoot some pictures, resize 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# tells #Person1# about moblogging. #Person2# introduces the origin and advantages of moblogging and tells #Person1# how to publish words and photos. |
train_5509 | #Person1#: Hi, Jack. Are you in town for another job interview?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm pretty hopeful this time. I've just finished my second interview with this company.
#Person1#: That sounds great. I hope it works out for you, but wasn't expensive just getting here?
#Person2#: No. In fact, the company is paying all my expenses. They put me up in a hotel downtown.
#Person1#: How nice! How many people are they interviewing?
#Person2#: They interviewed 16 for the first time and then four of us were chosen to go back for this interview.
#Person1#: Well, I hope it goes well. John and I would love it if you come to this area to work.
#Person2#: I would too. But my girlfriend hopes I can find a job close to home.
#Person1#: Oh, what a decision! Good luck! | Jack tells #Person1# about his second interview with the company. #Person1# hopes the interview goes well and wishes Jack good luck. |
train_5510 | #Person1#: What a beautiful necklace!
#Person2#: It was my grandmothers'.
#Person1#: She gave it to you as a birthday gift?
#Person2#: No, she gave it to me before she passed away.
#Person1#: I see. That's a beautiful vase. Is it from your grandmother, too?
#Person2#: No, it comes from China. My husband went to China on business last month and bought it for me. | #Person1# admires #Person2#'s necklace given by her grandmother and vase bought from China. |
train_5511 | #Person1#: Dad, may I have a pet? My friend Susan got a puppy for her birthday.
#Person2#: That was nice. But a puppy takes a lot of work. I don't have the time to walk him.
#Person1#: I could look after a puppy. I would take him for walks.
#Person2#: In the rain, every day, I would have to go with you. But I have to work hard in the office.
#Person1#: Oh, dad. Susan's puppy sounds so lovely.
#Person2#: Jasmine, we live in an apartment. Susan lives in a house with a big garden. There is not so much room here. I do have an idea though.
#Person1#: What is it?
#Person2#: You could have a rabbit. Rabbits are much easier to look after and they can be very friendly. I believe your rabbit will be your friend for a long time.
#Person1#: Dad, can we go to the pet shop?
#Person2#: I'll ask your mom first. But yes, I expect so. | Jasmine wants to have a puppy. Her dad refuses because he doesn't have time and there is not so much room in their apartment. Her dad suggests having a rabbit instead. |
train_5512 | #Person1#: Hello, auntie. Is Andy in? I want to invite him over for the weekend. The great young singer Justin Bieber is giving a performance in the concert hall nearby.
#Person2#: Oh, thank you, Dirk. But I don't think Andy will be able to make it.
#Person1#: Why? Doesn't he like Justin Bieber?
#Person2#: He does like him. But there's something wrong with his stomach. He went to the doctors with your uncle for an examination today. He hasn't come back yet.
#Person1#: I'm sorry to hear that. I hope it is nothing serious.
#Person2#: I hope so, too. But he was in great pain this morning. I was really scared.
#Person1#: What do you think caused it?
#Person2#: I don't know for sure. Perhaps it has something to do with what he ate last night. He went to Mary's birthday party and ice cream was served there.
#Person1#: He likes ice cream?
#Person2#: You are right. He must have eaten too much. | Dirk invites Andy to the performance of Justin Bieber for the weekend, but his aunt says Andy won't go because there's something wrong with Andy's stomach. |
train_5513 | #Person1#: It's our tenth anniversary. Where would you like to go this time? I can take 5 days off work. That will give us 9 days in total, including the weekends before and after.
#Person2#: Somewhere warm and full of sunshine. How about Bali?
#Person1#: It's close, only a 2 hour flight from here, but that place is too expensive.
#Person2#: Emm, then how about Fiji?
#Person1#: I don't like long flights. It's 12 hours from Beijing. What about Thailand? 6 hours on the plane to Phuket isn't that bad and I always love Thai food.
#Person2#: That would be a great place. Since we have so much time, maybe we can take a day trip to the Similan Islands. I have been wanting to visit that National Park. The pictures look wonderful. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about where to enjoy themselves for their tenth anniversary. They finally decide to go to Thailand. |
train_5514 | #Person1#: Can you believe the school year is almost here?
#Person2#: I know. Every time I walk by our new school, I get a little anxious.
#Person1#: Why? Everything is going to be so much better.
#Person2#: Really? I heard it is a lot of extra work.
#Person1#: Relax. We'll get used to it, apparently there was a huge computer room we can study in. Also, they have just finished building a new running track and put in artificial grass.
#Person2#: Cool! We'll have lots of fun on the playground.
#Person1#: You think that's cool? There are 2 gyms and indoor swimming pool. Anyway, we have to choose 2 arts courses this year, any thoughts?
#Person2#: At first, I thought about dance and music, but I changed my mind. I think I'm going to try acting instead. And since I'm joining the school newspaper, I'll take something related to that.
#Person1#: Good for you. I'm going to improve my drawing and learn how to play the drums.
#Person2#: Hey, maybe if you become a famous musician, I can interview you. | #Person2# is anxious about going to a new school and #Person1# comforts #Person2#. #Person1# tells #Person2# about the facilities of the new school, and then they talk about what art courses they are going to choose. |
train_5515 | #Person1#: Excuse me, I'm looking for the Alands Morrissette album Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie.
#Person2#: Let's see. If we have it, it should be over there under M. ( He looks through the Cds. ) Hmm, it looks like we've sold out of that one, but we should be getting some more copies in soon. If you want, we can order it for you.
#Person1#: That's okay, I'll just check back later. Do you have the new Sting album?
#Person2#: Yes, it's right over here.
#Person1#: Great. One last question. Where is your jazz section?
#Person2#: Back there against that wall.
#Person1#: Oh, I see it. Thanks for your help.
#Person2#: No problem. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the Alands Morrissette album, the new Sting album and the jazz section. |
train_5516 | #Person1#: Can you tell me what's included in your warranty?
#Person2#: Certainly. The product has a two-year guarantee. If it breaks down during that period we offer a replacement unit completely free of charge. Our products are very reliable but we recommend you take out an extended warranty. This covers you for a further two years.
#Person1#: I see. What does that include?
#Person2#: It covers all parts and labour, except for normal wear and tear of course.
#Person1#: What sort of response time do you guarantee?
#Person2#: Our engineers are on call 24 hours a day. We guarantee someone will be with you within four hours, but in practice it's often much sooner.
#Person1#: Are there any exclusions?
#Person2#: Not really. It's a very comprehensive warranty. I ' ll put a copy in the post to you and you can read through the small print. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that the warranty includes a two-year guarantee and all parts and labor. An extended warranty covers 2 years further. The service is available for 24 hours. |
train_5517 | #Person1#: Oh, come on, Ultraman!
#Person2#: What's up, Bro? What's in the bulletin?
#Person1#: It says that there will be a blackout from 5 p. m. to 7 p. m. in our neighborhood today.
#Person2#: Blackout? Even the TV has the limit.
#Person1#: Don't you know you will look like a monster in the blackout?
#Person2#: Oops, no, Daddy can't watch American Idol, either!
#Person1#: That's not the point. Come on, can you imagine that there will be no electricity on such a hot day?
#Person2#: Oh, my god! No air-conditioner!
#Person1#: OK, since you are the smart one, can you come up with a better plan? So that we won't be baked like cookies here.
#Person2#: How about playing Barbie out there in the neighborhood?
#Person1#: Barbie? You know, I might be seven, but I'm not a girl.
#Person2#: Do you have a better plan?
#Person1#: All right, all right. | #Person1# and #Person2# can not see the TV show and cannot use the air-conditioner because of the blackout. So they decide to play barbie in the neighborhood. |
train_5518 | #Person1#: How old is Keith?
#Person2#: He's 21. How old is James?
#Person1#: He's a year older than Keith, but he looks younger.
#Person2#: How's your father?
#Person1#: He's fine. He retired last week. It's a turning point in his life. Now he can relax and enjoy his retirement.
#Person2#: He can spend more time with his grandchildren.
#Person1#: Oh, I don't think he wants to. He wants to travel to several different countries around the world.
#Person2#: So, he wants to have a more active retirement. Good idea!
#Person1#: How do you want to spend your old age?
#Person2#: In the same way, probably. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the age of Keith and James. #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1#'s father wants to have an active retirement. |
train_5519 | #Person1#: Hello! How do I get more amenities?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, sir. I'm not sure I understand.
#Person1#: I'm talking about the free stuff, like soap and shampoo.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. So, you're saying that you've already run out of your amenities.
#Person1#: No, no. I've got plenty left.
#Person2#: Now I'm confused again! What is the problem?
#Person1#: What am I going to do about souvenirs?
#Person2#: Oh, I get it! You want souvenirs!
#Person1#: Yes, I've got enough soap for my use, but no extra soap for souvenirs.
#Person2#: Sir, our souvenir shop carries all those items, and as a guest you get a discount.
#Person1#: Please! Free souvenirs are the only true souvenirs.
#Person2#: I understand completely, sir. Housekeeping will bring you souvenirs in just a moment. | #Person1# wants more amenities which confuses #Person2#. #Person2# finally understands what #Person1# needs is free souvenirs and asks the housekeeping to bring #Person1# souvenirs. |
train_5520 | #Person1#: I wonder if you could allow us any discount for this commodity. It's the general practice that wholesalers usually get some discount from manufacturers or suppliers.
#Person2#: As a rule, we don't allow any discount.
#Person1#: But we usually get a discount of 3 % to 5 % from our other suppliers. Actually, some discount on your prices would make it easier for us to promote sales, you know.
#Person2#: That's true. But I am sorry I can't make an exception. We have quoted you our lowest price. We can't give you any more discounts. | #Person1# wants some discount to promote sales, but #Person2# doesn't agree with that because it's the lowest quoted price. |
train_5521 | #Person1#: You're working hard, George. What are you doing?
#Person2#: I'm making a bookcase. Give me that hammer please, Dan.
#Person1#: Which hammer. This one?
#Person2#: No, not that one. The big one.
#Person1#: Here you are.
#Person2#: Thanks, Dan.
#Person1#: What are you going to do now, George?
#Person2#: I'm going to paint it.
#Person1#: What colour are you going to paint it?
#Person2#: I'm going to paint it pink.
#Person1#: Pink!
#Person2#: This bookcase isn't for me. It's for my daughter, Susan. Pink's her favorite colour. | George tells Dan he's making a bookcase and going to paint it pink for his daughter. |
train_5522 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like a pair of sports shoes.
#Person1#: Well, we have all kinds of sports shoes. Could you tell me what kind of sport you usually do?
#Person2#: I just like jogging.
#Person1#: OK, then you can buy a pair of jogging shoes. Here are jogging shoes. Which pair do you like best?
#Person2#: Er. . . , that blue pair. I need size 43, please.
#Person1#: Here you are. You can try them on.
#Person2#: Very comfortable. I'll take them. | #Person2# likes jogging so #Person1# recommends jogging shoes. #Person2# buys a blue pair. |
train_5523 | #Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to withdraw some money.
#Person1#: Please fill in the slip, stating the exact amount you wish to withdraw.
#Person2#: All right. And here's my bankbook. Is that all?
#Person1#: Your ID card, please.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. Here it is.
#Person1#: Do you want large ones or small ones?
#Person2#: Four in hundred, one in ten, please.
#Person1#: Wait a minute, please. . . Here's the cash.
#Person2#: By the way, I'd like to change some U. S. dollars to pounds and I want to know today's exchange rate.
#Person1#: Well, sir. According to today's exchange rate, every pound in cash is equivalent to 1. 89 U. S. dollars. How much would you like to change?
#Person2#: I want 100 pounds. And here are 189 U. S. dollars.
#Person1#: . . . OK. And here's your money.
#Person2#: Thank you. And goodbye.
#Person1#: Goodbye. | #Person1# helps #Person2# withdraw some money, change some U.S. dollars to pounds and tells #Person2# today's exchange rate. |
train_5524 | #Person1#: Jack, what are you doing?
#Person2#: I am reading.
#Person1#: I can see that. But why are you reading advertisements for houses for sale? Are you buying a house?
#Person2#: No, not yet. But I like to see what is available.
#Person1#: Can I have a look as well?
#Person2#: Of course, have a seat.
#Person1#: Oh, this one looks really good. And look at the garden. So beautiful.
#Person2#: Yes, nice. But I prefer this wooden house with a garden fence and a sloping roof.
#Person1#: Yes, but my house has large windows and so gets lots of sun. And it has a small balcony at the top.
#Person2#: Well, you can't compare a small balcony to this large veranda. This is perfect for having a barbecue in summer.
#Person1#: Talking about a barbecue, didn't you say you are organizing one next week?
#Person2#: Yes, next Saturday. I hope you can make it. | Jack is reading the advertisement for houses and #Person1# wants to have a look as well. Jack wants the wooden house and invites #Person1# to a barbecue. |
train_5525 | #Person1#: How do you do, Mr. Smith? This is Lili. I'm calling to thank you for the wonderful dinner we had yesterday. I enjoyed it very much.
#Person2#: You're welcome. I'd like you to join us for dinner again sometime.
#Person1#: Thank you, Mr. Smith. I'm returning to China today.
#Person2#: Today?
#Person1#: Yes. I appreciate all help and in particular, all the time that you've spent on my account during my stay here.
#Person2#: Don't mention it. I am pleased to help you.
#Person1#: If there's anything that I can help you in the future, please let me know.
#Person2#: I'll do that. Thank you. Have a safe trip home. | Lili is calling to thank Smith for the dinner and help in the past time. |
train_5526 | #Person1#: So Chris, I've heard that you're from a big family. How many people?
#Person2#: Nine total. Seven children and my parents.
#Person1#: Seven children? That's a lot. Why did your parents have so many?
#Person2#: Well, my mother came from a big family, and wanted to have one of her own. My father was an only child, and didn't really care about having a large family, but my mother talked him into it.
#Person1#: Jeez, seven children. That must have a lot of problems. We have four children in my family and my grandparents can never get our names right.
#Person2#: It can be hard, and there are certain sacrifices you have to make.
#Person1#: Like what? I assume that there's no privacy.
#Person2#: That's one. Another is the lack of personal property. Everything you have, from toys to clothes, is used by your brothers and sisters. Especially clothes. Three quarters of my wardrobe are hand-me-downs.
#Person1#: And the age gap is also annoying. There's a ten-year difference between my younger brother and me. We have nothing in common.
#Person2#: Same problem here. There's an 18 - year gap between the oldest and youngest child in my family. The last child was born just as the oldest was going to college.
#Person1#: Well, at least going to college won't be too bad. Since both of your parents are college professors, they must give you reduced tuition at the college.
#Person2#: They do, but it doesn't help too much. Having seven children means that the money situation in my home is always pretty tight. | Chris tells #Person1# that he has a big family with 7 children. Thus there are a lot of problems like privacy, personal property and an age gap of 18 years old. They always dress in elder's clothes and live with a tight budget. |
train_5527 | #Person1#: What are you reading? You've had your nose buried in that book since last night.
#Person2#: This book is so good. I just can't put it down! It's called'The Power of One'.
#Person1#: I haven't read a book like that for as long as I can remember.
#Person2#: Me either. From the very first page, this author just pulled me right in!
#Person1#: Can I read it when you're finished?
#Person2#: Yes. I'm in the last chapter now and it is just gripping.
#Person1#: Don't tell me anything about it. I want to read it for myself.
#Person2#: Okay. But be prepared for an all-nighter! I doubt you will want to put it down either. | #Person2# is indulged in a book that #Person1# never reads but wants to borrow. #Person1# tells #Person2# not to tell #Person1# any details. |
train_5528 | #Person1#: Well, thank you. Mr. Parry, for all your information. Just one more question.
#Person2#: Yes, sir?
#Person1#: Do you play any sports or games?
#Person2#: I used to play football regularly when I was at university. And I used to do athletics in the summer.
#Person1#: And what athletics did you play? Can you remember?
#Person2#: I was a runnera long-distance runner.
#Person1#: And now?
#Person2#: No. I'm afraid I haven't had time since I got married.
#Person1#: Well, thank you again for coming to see us. But just remember that we like people who join the company to play in the company sports teams.
#Person2#: Certainly, sir. | #Person1# asks Mr. Parry does he play any sports or games and reminds Parry to play in the company sports teams. |
train_5529 | #Person1#: The Spring Festival is drawing close. By then we will have five days off. I am expecting it.
#Person2#: Can you tell me something about the Spring Festival?
#Person1#: Just like you celebrate Christmas, we celebrate our lunar New Year's Day, the Spring Festival. It is a time for the family members and relatives to have a get-together.
#Person2#: Christmas is also a special time for us to have the family reunion and to express our best wishes to those we love and those who love us in the coming new year.
#Person1#: Christmas has more religious nature, while our Spring Festival is a more traditional holiday. On the New Year's Eve, we have a big dinner called'Family Reunion Dinner'. One of the traditional food to eat at the dinner is dumplings. After that, the adults usually sit chatting, watching TV, or playing cards.
#Person2#: What are the children doing?
#Person1#: They usually go outside to play firecrackers and fireworks.
#Person2#: I heard one of the purposes to do it is to frighten the devils so they will not come to do any harm to people in the next year.
#Person1#: Perhaps it is like what people told you. At 24 hours midnight, the time when the New Year really comes, we exchange'Happy New Year'to each other, and parents and grandparents will take out small packages wrapped with red paper, in them are some what we call'Lucky Money.
#Person2#: Who will get the money?
#Person1#: Of course the children. | #Person2# introduces the Spring Festival to #Person1#. #Person2# tells #Person1# the children usually play firework and will get the lucky money from their grandparents and parents at the Spring Festival. |
train_5530 | #Person1#: What do you say we stop in at that Burger King over there and grab a bite?
#Person2#: Forget it! If you think I'd ever set foot that inferior restaurant again, you gotta be nuts. Last time I ate that food, almost vomited. The service in there is terrible. It was the first time I ever stiffed a waiter
#Person1#: Yeah, not seeing a single person anywhere informed me. Hey! How about that one over there?
#Person2#: Oh, give me a break! That place is too lavish for us.
#Person1#: Easy. It's on me.
#Person2#: In that case, I'm right behind you. | #Person1# suggests going to Burger King but #Person2# refuses. #Person1# will treat #Person2# in a lavish place. |
train_5531 | #Person1#: Good morning, you look very tired.
#Person2#: Yes, I nearly didn't sleep last night.
#Person1#: Did you hold a party or something else yesterday?
#Person2#: No, I just watched Supergirl, and it began too late in the night. I was too excited to get asleep after one o'clock.
#Person1#: I don't like this program, because there are too many constant arguments between the judges.
#Person2#: The contestants are different. These girls perform in free styles.
#Person1#: Do you have much time watching TV?
#Person2#: I think less than 3 hours. This year I didn't watch any entertainment programs. Too many ads between the programs. I prefer listening to the radio.
#Person1#: I don't like ads, either. But ads could bring big profits to the TV station.
#Person2#: If they could make beautiful ads, I could bear. | #Person2# looks tired since #Person2# watched Supergirl last night. #Person1# doesn't like it for there're constant arguments between the judges. |
train_5532 | #Person1#: Hello, 8520388 2.
#Person2#: Hi, this is Maria. Is that Shirley?
#Person1#: Hi, Maria, this is Shirley.
#Person2#: Shirley, do you know today's homework from our economic law class? I have written it on a piece of paper but I can't find it now.
#Person1#: Hold on for a moment please. I'm fetching my textbook.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: Oh, the homework is to explain what economic law is both in broad sense and in narrow sense.
#Person2#: Explain the economic law? An essay question again?
#Person1#: Yes. You can use your textbook for your reference.
#Person2#: Are there any clear answers in the book to this question?
#Person1#: I don't think so, Maria, but I think you can look for information on the Internet.
#Person2#: OK, thank you, Shirley. You are very helpful. I have another question. When does the Economic Law of China come into effect?
#Person1#: Oh, there isn't such a code called economic law. The Economic Law of China is a general concept for several laws.
#Person2#: There isn't such a code?
#Person1#: Yes, it's a general name for several laws related to economics, like Commercial Law, and Law of Central Bank.
#Person2#: Got it. Thank you, Shirley. | Maria calls Shirley to ask about today's homework from the economic law class. Maria also asks about the Economic Law of China but Shirley says there isn't such a code. |
train_5533 | #Person1#: What's that?
#Person2#: It's a surprise!
#Person1#: For me?
#Person2#: Yes. Let's go inside and you can open it up.
#Person1#: Wow! It's big! What could it be?
#Person2#: I'll give you two clues. First, it cost more than $ 250. And second, it's not big, but fat.
#Person1#: What does that mean, not big but fat? You didn't buy. . . | #Person2# gives #Person1# a surprise and asks #Person1# to guess. |
train_5534 | #Person1#: I believe you ordered the Grand Slam breakfast.
#Person2#: Oh, good! You know, I am looking at my plate and I ordered scrambled eggs, not fried.
#Person1#: Oh, I just noticed that I accidentally brought you your friend's breakfast.
#Person2#: I can just trade with him, thank you.
#Person1#: And pancakes for you, sir.
#Person2#: I am sorry, but I think I ordered waffles.
#Person1#: I am sorry that I misheard you.
#Person2#: Just please take my pancakes to trade for waffles. While I am waiting, I will eat my bacon and eggs.
#Person1#: I will get straight back to you with your waffles.
#Person2#: I would appreciate that. | #Person1# brings #Person2# fried eggs and pancakes by mistake. #Person2# will trade them for scrambled eggs and waffles. |
train_5535 | #Person1#: Is anybody here?
#Person2#: Coming. What do you want today?
#Person1#: Quite a lot. I need one pound of potatoes, three pints of milk, a dozen eggs and one pound of tomatoes.
#Person2#: Our fruit is very fresh today. Do you want some?
#Person1#: How much are the lemons?
#Person2#: Three for ten cents.
#Person1#: Give me a dozen lemons.
#Person2#: Anything else?
#Person1#: No, thanks. How much in total?
#Person2#: Twenty eight dollars. | #Person1# buys potatoes, milk, tomatoes and lemons from #Person2#. |
train_5536 | #Person1#: Good morning, can I help you?
#Person2#: We'd like to buy some furniture for our new house.
#Person1#: Here are several sets of furniture, including sofa, dressing table, wardrobe, and sideboard. How about this one?
#Person2#: We like a larger wardrobe. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# wants a larger wardrobe. |
train_5537 | #Person1#: Hello, Oriental Hotel.
#Person2#: I'd like to speak to marked Baker, please.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, Mr. Baker's not in. May I take your message?
#Person2#: Yes, tell him Mr. Cook called and ask him to return my called as soon as he back.
#Person1#: Alright. Mr. Cook, I have Mr. baker called you back as soon as he gets here. | Mr. Cook tells #Person1# to leave a message to let Mr. Baker call back. |
train_5538 | #Person1#: Something's burning?
#Person2#: Oh, my bread!
#Person1#: Mm, I love burnt bread.
#Person2#: Curse this oven! Curse it!
#Person1#: But I prefer burnt bread.
#Person2#: Curse the worst oven in the world.
#Person1#: Wonderful! A perfect piece of bread!
#Person2#: There are thirteen of them. Oh, have another. Have a third, if you like, have them all. | #Person2# bread is burnt and curses the oven. But #Person1# likes the burnt bread. |
train_5539 | #Person1#: Hey, Ann, I am really sorry about last night. I shouldn't have said those things to you.
#Person2#: I am sorry too. I know we've been talking about this beach trip for a while. I should have told Bob I was busy this weekend.
#Person1#: don't be silly. You guys should spend as much time together as you can. Besides we can go to the beach anytime.
#Person2#: thanks for understanding.
#Person1#: well that's what being friends is about, isn't it?
#Person2#: hey, what if the three of us go to the beach together? Besides, you and Bob haven't seen each other for a while. I don't want my best friend and my boyfriend to be complete strangers.
#Person1#: Nah, I wouldn't worry about that. But I don't want to be the third wheel. You two should have some quiet time to yourselves.
#Person2#: I know Bob won't mind. You can bring a date, like that guy from the bar you keep talking about.
#Person1#: maybe. . . I'll think about it.
#Person2#: well, I think you should come and have some fun. Besides you never know maybe he likes you as well. You should at least try. | Ann says sorry to #Person1# because she can't go to the beach with #Person1# as planned. She invites #Person1# and the guy from the bar to join her and Bob to go to the beach together. #Person1# will think about it. |
train_5540 | #Person1#: this is the route I thought we could take on our hike on Saturday afternoon.
#Person2#: how long is it altogether?
#Person1#: it's about six or seven miles. That's about the kilometers.
#Person2#: that sounds OK. So, we start here at the car park and walk along the path to the waterfall.
#Person1#: right. Then we turn left and walk up this small hill. The view from the top of the hill is worth the climb. We can eat a snack there.
#Person2#: then we will follow this path down the hill to the old church.
#Person1#: we can spend a few minutes looking around the church. Then, we turn right and walk along this path.
#Person2#: this path leads to the cave. Can we look inside the cave?
#Person1#: yes, we can, but it isn't very interesting.
#Person2#: then we turn south and come back to the car park along this path.
#Person1#: that's right.
#Person2#: how long do you think it will take us to complete the walk?
#Person1#: I think it will take about four hours, including breaks.
#Person2#: that's fine. Are there signposts along the way, in case we get lost?
#Person1#: yes, there are. They tell use which way to go and how far we have to walk. | #Person1# is introducing the hiking routine to #Person2#. They will start at the car park, walk along the path to the waterfall, turn left and walk up this small hill and then down to the church, finally back to the park through a cave. |
train_5541 | #Person1#: My minibar is completely empty.
#Person2#: Everything in that minibar has been consumed, sir?
#Person1#: Everything's gone.
#Person2#: Is there anything special you'd like?
#Person1#: Just bring me three bottles each of Jim Beam and Perrier.
#Person2#: Okay, sir. Three of each. Would you like anything else?
#Person1#: The fruit basket was great. I need a few more apples, please.
#Person2#: Perrier, Jim Beam, and apples. Is that it for now?
#Person1#: Yes, one last thing
#Person2#: Your order will be brought to you momentarily, sir. | #Person1#'s minibar is empty and orders 6 bottles of wine and apples from #Person2#. |
train_5542 | #Person1#: Paul would be much wiser to stay in this country for another year to finish his master's degree than to rush home and take over his uncle's business now. Don't you think so?
#Person2#: Oh, I couldn't agree with you more. | #Person2# agrees with #Person1# that it's wise for Paul to stay. |
train_5543 | #Person1#: Good evening. I'd like to ask you a few questions about the robbery.
#Person2#: Of course, officer. Come in.
#Person1#: Tell me what happened.
#Person2#: Well, last night I left work early. When I reached home, I saw that the lights were on in the library.
#Person1#: What did you do then?
#Person2#: I went and looked in the library window and I saw a man.
#Person1#: What did he look like?
#Person2#: Well, he was tall and he had red hair.
#Person1#: Did he see you?
#Person2#: Yes, he did. He ran out of the room and I went to call the police. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about the robbery. #Person2# saw a tall man with red hair ran away from the library. |
train_5544 | #Person1#: Could you suggest some ways to bring family members closer together?
#Person2#: Well, I feel it is very important for families to have regular meals together. One of my good childhood memories was dinner with my parents and two sisters. Because my husband and I both worked and our three children were busy with their studies, we seldom had a chance to get together as a family. But we thought it would be possible for us to sit down and enjoy meals together every week. First we tried setting fixed days: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. But almost everyone was unhappy. Then my son had the idea that everyone told his or her most convenient days and I would choose the two best days. For a while the children were still unhappy with the idea. They said they would rather spend the time with their friends playing sports. Gradually, though, they began to see the evenings together as interesting and helpful. We loved a lot. We made plans for trips. We discussed each other's problems. After a couple of months anyone who had to miss a family meal felt regretful. And now we all feel than we have been able to build stronger relationships within the family that we had before. | #Person2# tells #Person1# regular meals are important for families. #Person2# at first set a fixed time but everyone was unhappy. Then everyone told their most convenient days and #Person2# chose the two best ones. Now they really enjoy family dinners. |
train_5545 | #Person1#: Please, please, can you help me? Someone just stole my camera.
#Person2#: Calm down, Madam. Now you said your camera was stolen.
#Person1#: Yes. It was a petards, DF, Super.
#Person2#: Color?
#Person1#: Black.
#Person2#: And how much was it worth?
#Person1#: I only bought it last month. It costs 380 pounds.
#Person2#: Right. Where was it stolen?
#Person1#: In the city center, outside McDonalds, on Hope Avenue.
#Person2#: What time was this?
#Person1#: About 2:30.
#Person2#: And did you get a look at who ever stole it?
#Person1#: It was a young man, maybe 18 with short dark hair, and glasses. He was wearing a green T-shirt.
#Person2#: And were there any other people?
#Person1#: Lots of people was there but...,oh, the ice cream seller, he was standing on the corner.
#Person2#: OK, an ice cream seller. Now what's your name?
#Person1#: Mary Smith.
#Person2#: OK, well Ms. Smith, that's all we can do for now, we'll phone you if we have any news.
#Person1#: OK, then, thank you very much. | Mary Smith tells #Person2# her camera was stolen in the city center. The camera is black and the stealer was a young man wearing a green T-shirt. #Person2# will contact Mary if #Person2# has news. |
train_5546 | #Person1#: Now, Mrs. Franks, I just like to read your statement back to you, and then you can write your name on it.
#Person2#: Fine.
#Person1#: I was standing in front of the Second National Bank building at about 8:50 am, I saw a small red car heading for the cross roads of Churchill Avenue, and York Road, it was coming towards me along Churchill Avenue at about 40 miles per hour. The traffic lights on York Road changed to green, and a delivery lorry began to move forward at about 5 miles per hour. The driver of the car probably didn't see that his traffic light has changed from orange to red, and ran into the side of the lorry.
#Person2#: That's correct. | #Person1# reads #Person2#'s statement back to #Person2# and then #Person2# can write #Person2#'s name on it. #Person2# says the statement is right. |
train_5547 | #Person1#: What would you like to drink?
#Person2#: I feel like a cup of black tea.
#Person1#: Wouldn't you like something to eat?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like a portion of that strawberry tart.
#Person1#: Right. I'll see if I can catch the waitress's eye. | #Person1# asks #Person2# what to drink and eat. |
train_5548 | #Person1#: Do you take a bus to and from work?
#Person2#: Yeah, everyday. And there's only one choice. All the other buses are going the other direction.
#Person1#: Hmm. I have the same problem. When I leave work, it's always rush hour. So the buses are always crowded.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah, it's terrible. I will tell you the funniest thing I have seen in China. It's when so many people try to get onto one city bus, and the last guy is squeezed in so tight that the door is tightly pressed against his butt.
#Person1#: That sounds terrible the way you describe it. But you know, not long ago I really suffered on the bus.
#Person2#: What happened? Were you having a hard time getting on a bus?
#Person1#: You just can't imagine! I waited for the first bus but it was too full, so I waited for the second, and it was still very crowded. Then I decided not to wait for the next one, and got on the second bus. It was so full that I had to stand on one foot! No kidding!
#Person2#: Hmm. Good exercise, uh?
#Person1#: Yeah, absolutely!
#Person2#: And it's so much fun. One day, the bodies were so tightly packed that some girl's behind was pressed against my front. I was afraid to put my hands down for fear of accidentally groping her.
#Person1#: You were so happy, weren't you?
#Person2#: What do you think? I'm a good boy. | #Person1# and #Person2# both agree the bus in the rush hour is very crowded. #Person1# can't even stand on one foot and #Person2# says sometimes people are so tightly packed that some girl's behind was pressed against #Person2#'s front. |
train_5549 | #Person1#: Wake up, Erik, time to rise and shine.
#Person2#: Huh, oh, hi, Jane. I must have fallen asleep while I was reading.
#Person1#: You and everyone else. It looks more like a camp-ground than a library.
#Person2#: Well, the dorm's too noisy to study in, and I guess this place is too quiet.
#Person1#: Have you had any luck finding a topic for your paper?
#Person2#: No. Prof. Grant told us to write about anything in cultural anthropology. For once I wish she hadn't given us so much of a choice.
#Person1#: Well, why not write about the ancient civilizations of Mexico. You seem to be interested in that part of the world. I am, but there is too much material to cover. I'll be writing forever, and Grant only wants five to seven pages.
#Person2#: So they limit it to one region of Mexico. Say the Yucatan. You've been there and you said it's got lots of interesting relics.
#Person1#: That's not a bad idea. I brought many plenty of books and things back with me last summer. That would be great resource material. Now if I can only remember where I put them. | Erik hasn't found a topic for his paper yet and Jane suggests the ancient civilizations of Mexico but there's too much to cover. Erik advises her to focus on Yucatan and she agrees. |
train_5550 | #Person1#: So click here, then up to the top.
#Person2#: Er. . . Hum. . . Got it.
#Person1#: Then open that window. Yeah, that one.
#Person2#: Right!
#Person1#: And that's it. You're done.
#Person2#: I see what you mean. That was pretty easy after all. | #Person1# teaches #Person2# to operate the computer. |
train_5551 | #Person1#: Is this your new teacher?
#Person2#: Yes, it is.
#Person1#: Is she short?
#Person2#: No, she's average.
#Person1#: What color are her eyes?
#Person2#: They're dark gray.
#Person1#: What color is her hair?
#Person2#: It's blond.
#Person1#: And how old is she?
#Person2#: I don't know. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the new teacher's height, age, etc. |
train_5552 | #Person1#: Hi Amanda, how are you? I've missed working with you and the whole gang since my transfer last week.
#Person2#: We've missed you too. The office just isn't the same without you. How is your new job?
#Person1#: It's great. I really get to focus on what I like to do and everyone has been very nice and welcoming. However, I'm having a small problem with my new colleagues.
#Person2#: What happened?
#Person1#: Well, three people are celebrating their birthdays this month and the policy here is for everyone to contribute ten dollars to a card and cake for each person.
#Person2#: Wow, so you'll be out thirty dollars on your first week at work!
#Person1#: I know. It is a lot of money and I haven't gotten to know any of the people celebrating their birthdays well enough yet. At our old department, it was only three dollars for each birthday and there were only ten of us.
#Person2#: Well, every department is different. You wouldn't want your new co-workers to think you're a Grinch, right?
#Person1#: What is that?
#Person2#: A Grinch is a person who spoils the mood at a happy occasion by being selfish or unenthusiastic. You know - a party pooper.
#Person1#: I definitely don't want to be that! But, I still think it's unreasonable for them to ask me for such a big sum of money when we don't know each other very well. What should I do? | #Person1# complains to Amanda that in her new department everyone has to contribute ten dollars whenever someone's celebrating a birthday. #Person1# doesn't want to spoil the mood of celebration but she thinks it's unreasonable. |
train_5553 | #Person1#: Have you ever witnessed any crimes or accidents?
#Person2#: I don't quite remember. Why did you ask that?
#Person1#: I was taking a walk in the park early this morning when suddenly I heard someone calling 'help'. I rushed over and saw a man beating a woman.
#Person2#: Oh, my. What did you do?
#Person1#: I guess I was stunned for a moment, then I quickly ran away to get help.
#Person2#: Did you call the police?
#Person1#: Yes. Fortunately, I had my cell with me this morning. I called the police as I was running to get people to come to help. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# witnessed a man beating a woman. #Person1# was stunned for a moment but quickly got help. |
train_5554 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir. Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: Yes, I would like to have a suit made to measure.
#Person1#: Sure. How do you like your suit?
#Person2#: I want a single breasted suit. Here is the cloth. | #Person1#'ll help #Person2# have a suit made to measure. |
train_5555 | #Person1#: What courses are you going to take next year?
#Person2#: Well, I am certainly going to take chemistry and physics, but I haven't decided on the other subjects yet. I'd like to take English.
#Person1#: Why are you going to take english with chemistry and physics?
#Person2#: Because I want to study english literature. but I think chemistry is better for getting a job.
#Person1#: Of course it depends on what you are going to do when you leave college. Have you deside what you are going to do when you graduated?
#Person2#: I am going to be a, well, I hope to be a reseach chemist. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'ll take English with chemistry and physics. #Person2# wants to be a research chemist after graduation. |
train_5556 | #Person1#: Hi, what will you do with your broken cell phone?
#Person2#: I'll throw it away. I don't need it anymore.
#Person1#: Don't throw away electronic waste carelessly. It's dangerous to the environment.
#Person2#: You mean, I should keep these useless things at home?
#Person1#: I'm not saying that. But do you know that every year a lot of useless computers and cell phones pollute the soil?
#Person2#: Oh, I see. So what do you think I should do then?
#Person1#: You can sell the phone and it can be recycled.
#Person2#: Alright. I think you're right. I'll do that.
#Person1#: Great. | #Person2#'ll throw away the broken cell phone but #Person1# says it'll pollute the environment. #Person1# suggests selling it and #Person2# agrees. |
train_5557 | #Person1#: Uh, you just called the police. Before we can help you, we need to check on a couple of things. Could you describe the man who robbed you in the street in a bit more detail please?
#Person2#: Yes, he had dark skin and short brown hair?
#Person1#: But did you notice his clothing?
#Person2#: Ah, he was wearing a white T-shirt, but I can't remember what his trousers looked like?
#Person1#: Was he wearing jeans?
#Person2#: Let me think. Oh, I don't remember at all.
#Person1#: OK, and he looked old?
#Person2#: No, very young. I think he is in his 20s.
#Person1#: Well, fine. If you remember any other information, please tell us immediately. We'll contact you in the near future.
#Person2#: OK. Thank you very much. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the robber had dark skin and wore a white T-shirt. #Person2# can't remember whether he wore jeans but #Person2# says he's very young. |
train_5558 | #Person1#: Next. Eh, your passport please.
#Person2#: OK, here you are.
#Person1#: Eh, what is the purpose of your visit?
#Person2#: I'm here to attend a teaching convention for the first part of my trip, and then I plan on touring the capital for a few days.
#Person1#: And where will you be staying?
#Person2#: I'll be staying at a hotel downtown for the entire week.
#Person1#: And what do you have in your luggage?
#Person2#: Eh, well. Just, just my personal belongings, emm, clothes, a few books and a CD player.
#Person1#: OK. Eh, please open your bag.
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: OK. Everything is fine. Eh, by the way, is this your first visit to the country?
#Person2#: Well, yes and no. Actually I was born here when my parents were working in the capital many years ago. But this is my first trip back since then.
#Person1#: Well, enjoy your trip.
#Person2#: Thanks. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# comes to the country for a convention and will stay in a hotel. #Person2# only takes some personal belongings and #Person1# thinks everything is fine. |
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