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train_5959 | #Person1#: I heard you were teaching English over there. Tell me about it. Did you like it?
#Person2#: Oh, yes, it was very interesting.
#Person1#: What were the schools like?
#Person2#: Oh, I didn't actually teach in the schools. I taught after school. I taught in English institutes.
#Person1#: But you taught children, yes?
#Person2#: Yes. That's right. But children in Taiwan are very different from children in America. At least as far as studying is concerned. Many children in Taiwan go to special institutes after school.
#Person1#: They actually study after school?
#Person2#: That's right. After their school day is over, they go to a special institute to study math or English. They are very serious about learning over there.
#Person1#: Hmm. That sounds pretty oppressive for the kids. Don't they ever relax?
#Person2#: Of course they do. You know, Eliza, before I went over there I thought the same thing. I thought that maybe kids in Taiwan study too much. But now that I've worked there, and taught them, I feel it is a good thing. Their parents are very concerned about their education. More than American parents are. And that is good. American kids don't study enough.
#Person1#: Asian cultures value learning very much. I know that.
#Person2#: So it was interesting for me to see parents very concerned about education. They would come to me after the class and ask how their son or daughter was doing. I don't think that's a bad thing. I think it's a good thing. In America, too many parents don't pay attention.
#Person1#: But aren't the kids tired out? I mean, they go to school all day, and then they go to school in the evening too.
#Person2#: As an English teacher, I tried to make the lessons as fun as possible. I tried to have a good time with my classes. The students often enjoyed it. And if the students enjoyed it, they learned more. So it was a good experience.
#Person1#: Are the kids in Taiwan very obedient?
#Person2#: That's a stereotype we Americans have. We think that Asian kids are very obedient and quiet. But it's not true. There are plenty of naughty kids too.
#Person1#: Hmm. I know you taught in Costa Rica also. Which did you like better--Costa Rica or Taiwan?
#Person2#: I don't know. In Costa Rica, I taught adults. So it was a very different thing. So I really can't compare. | #Person2# describes the experience of teaching English in Taiwan to Eliza. #Person2# taught children in English institutes and says kids in Taiwan study after school. #Person2# thinks it's good for parents in Taiwan to be concerned about children's education, and in contrast, American kids don't study enough. As an English teacher, #Person2# tried to make the lesson as fun as possible. |
train_5960 | #Person1#: I love your bracelet. When did you get it?
#Person2#: I got it a while ago, but I haven't worn it much. You really like it?
#Person1#: Yeah. It's beautiful. Is it white gold or silver?
#Person2#: It's white gold.
#Person1#: Where did you buy it?
#Person2#: My boyfriend took me to the Shane Co. and he let me pick it out.
#Person1#: That's so sweet. What was the occasion?
#Person2#: That's the best part. It wasn't for anything special. He just wanted to buy me something.
#Person1#: You're so lucky. If he bought you something for no special day, I wonder what he would buy you for your birthday.
#Person2#: My birthday is coming up. We'll find out pretty soon.
#Person1#: What do you want?
#Person2#: I wouldn't mind a necklace. I was at the jewelry shop looking around, and they have a couple of beautiful necklaces I want.
#Person1#: Why not a ring?
#Person2#: I don't think I'm ready for a ring from him yet.
#Person1#: But you're ready for everything else?
#Person2#: Akha. | #Person1# appreciates the bracelet of #Person2#. #Person2# tells #Person1# that it was a gift sent by her boyfriend and that she is looking forward to her boyfriend's birthday present. |
train_5961 | #Person1#: Look, daddy is on again. Don't you think he is handsome?
#Person2#: To some extent, he is. And what do you think we move to a better place? I can't see him clearly from here.
#Person1#: The seats in the middle of this stadium are great, but they're already occupied by somebody else.
#Person2#: Oh, thank you for pointing that out. By the way, have you been following NBA for this season?
#Person1#: Of course, tomorrow evening there will be a most exciting game.
#Person2#: Who plays who?
#Person1#: Rockets vs Lakers. Yao Ming, my idol, will appear in front of several hundred million of the worldwide audience.
#Person2#: It's amazing. And when did he begin to play in the NBA?
#Person1#: In 2002. And since then he has attracted more attention than ever.
#Person2#: I can't consider you as a little kid any more. I know he is very tall.
#Person1#: Oh, you know something. He is 2. 26 meters tall. But he is also nimble and skillful.
#Person2#: I also heard if a player has committed 5 fouls then he must be out of the game.
#Person1#: Yes, what's worse is he can't take any further part in the game.
#Person2#: That's really terrible. Oh, God, we forgot to cheer for Daddy.
#Person1#: Never mind. After all he is not so attractive as Yao Ming, right?
#Person2#: You are always so naughty. | #Person1# and #Person2# are watching the game of #Person1#'s daddy. They are simultaneously talking about Yao Ming, the idol of #Person1#. #Person1# introduces the experiences of Yao Ming to #Person2#. |
train_5962 | #Person1#: What's the date today?
#Person2#: December the fifteenth. The day after tomorrow is little Tom's birthday.
#Person1#: Right. What present should we give him this time? By the way, how old is he?
#Person2#: Thirteen today and tomorrow. Fourteen the day after tomorrow.
#Person1#: How time flies! He's a big boy now.
#Person2#: And don't forget Mary, Tom's twin sister. It's her birthday, too.
#Person1#: OK. Let's invite all their little friends to come and celebrate. | #Person1# tells #Person2# December the seventeenth is Tom's birthday, and they plan to invite their friends to celebrate. |
train_5963 | #Person1#: I want some envelopes please.
#Person2#: Do you want the large size, or the small size?
#Person1#: The large size please. Do Have you any writing-paper?
#Person2#: Yes, we do. I don't have any small pads. I only have large ones. Do you want a pad?
#Person1#: Yes, please. And I want some glue.
#Person2#: A bottle of glue.
#Person1#: And I want a large box of chalk, too.
#Person2#: I only have small boxes. Do you want one?
#Person1#: No, thank you.
#Person2#: Is that all?
#Person1#: That's all, thank you.
#Person2#: What else do you want?
#Person1#: I want my change. | #Person2# helps #Person1# to buy some envelopes in large size, a large pad, and some glue. |
train_5964 | #Person1#: So, are we all ready to go?
#Person2#: Yup, I think so. The car's packed. we have munchies and music, and the map's in the car.
#Person1#: Did you get the camera?
#Person2#: Got it! Did you fill up the tank?
#Person1#: Yup, it's all set.
#Person2#: You're sure we're not forgetting anything?
#Person1#: I'm sure. . . we'Ve got all our bases covered.
#Person2#: Well. let's get going then! I love road trips!
#Person1#: Um. . . do you think we can make a pit stop?
#Person2#: But we'Ve only been on the road for ten minutes.
#Person1#: I know, but I forgot to go to the bathroom before we left. | #Person1# and #Person2# are ready to go. But #Person1# forgot to go to the bathroom before they left. |
train_5965 | #Person1#: I am going on a business trip to Guangzhou next Monday morning.
#Person2#: To visit our supplier?
#Person1#: Yes, as the New Year is coming, they're organizing a party for all their customers.
#Person2#: Well, I guess you will meet many people in this field. So don't forget to pack enough business cards in your suitcase.
#Person1#: Sure.
#Person2#: By the way, do you know that our company just made some changes in the business trip policy?
#Person1#: No, no one has informed me of that so far, tell me.
#Person2#: Ok, there is no cash advance anymore for short trips. You have to pay out of your own pocket, so save all the receipts from your business trip. And then attach them to your expense account. When you get back, our company will reimburse everything.
#Person1#: I see. What about the maximum purdy and rate, any change?
#Person2#: I am not sure. You can check with the finance department.
#Person1#: I will call them this afternoon, thanks.
#Person2#: You're welcome. Have a nice trip. | #Person1# is going on a business trip to Guangzhou next Monday morning and #Person2# informs #Person1# of some changes that their company has just made in the business trip policy. |
train_5966 | #Person1#: I'm afraid I've a complaint to make, which is about the goods we ordered last week.
#Person2#: What is it?
#Person1#: I will explain the problem briefly. We found in the examination that 35 % of the goods have damaged.
#Person2#: Really? That's something unexpected. You see, all our exports are strictly inspected before shipment. The goods were in perfect condition when they left the port.
#Person1#: Here's the survey report issued by the China Commodity Inspection Bureau. According to the report, the damage was caused by poor packing. Our surveyors also discovered some cracks on the surface of a number of other cases.
#Person2#: Our goods are well-examined before shipment. I'm afraid the losses must have occurred on route.
#Person1#: Please look into the matter and solve the problem immediately.
#Person2#: We will check with the parties concerned right away. | #Person1# complains to #Person2# that 35% of the goods ordered last week have damaged caused by poor packing. #Person2# will check with the parties concerned right away. |
train_5967 | #Person1#: Dam it, I'm running out of money again, I really need to balance my budget and handle my money better.
#Person2#: You did spend too much, and most of the expense was kind of unnecessary.
#Person1#: But I make it.
#Person2#: No, you don't have to spend every penny you make, you could save some every month, like a lot of other people do.
#Person1#: I work hard so I deserve to enjoy, but that costs money.
#Person2#: You should save in case of an emergency, you need to have more self-control, what things did you spend money on?
#Person1#: The problem is that I have no idea. I didn't pay attention.
#Person2#: Let's bygones be bygones, start saving right now. | #Person1# spends too much, and #Person2# suggests that #Person1# should save money in case of an emergency. |
train_5968 | #Person1#: Are you Liu Yan?
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: Have you brought your credentials?
#Person2#: Yes, here you are.
#Person1#: Let me have a look.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: Your resume says you worked at DK Company for two years. What were you responsible for?
#Person2#: I was responsible for sales.
#Person1#: Have you received any honorable title personally?
#Person2#: Yes, I was twice singled out as an'Advanced Worker'.
#Person1#: Well, considering your qualifications, we believe you would be a suitable candidate. | #Person1# has a look at Liu Yan's credentials and asks Liu several questions. #Person1# thinks Liu is a suitable candidate. |
train_5969 | #Person1#: Honey, can you set the table?
#Person2#: Um, sure. What are we having for dinner? Do I need to put out anything in particular?
#Person1#: Well, make sure to put out the pepper and salt shakers. I don't know if your brother is coming tonight so set an extra place mat just in case.
#Person2#: Ok, should I use the fancy silverware?
#Person1#: Yeah, go ahead, forks, spoons and knives. I roasted some meat so be sure to put out some steak knives as well.
#Person2#: I'll also set some cups and saucers for some coffee after dinner.
#Person1#: Honey? Have you seen our soup bowls?
#Person2#: They are in the cupboard where you keep the gravy boat and serving dishes. Just be careful because the wine glasses are also there. | #Person1# and #Person2# are preparing for their dinner. #Person2# will use the fancy silverware, and #Person1# asks #Person2# where are the soup bowls. |
train_5970 | #Person1#: Good morning, how have you been doing?
#Person2#: I haven't been able to take a deep breath lately, and I need to know why.
#Person1#: Have you had any type of bug lately?
#Person2#: No, I'Ve been feeling fairly good most of the time. It just is hard to breathe.
#Person1#: Has anyone ever told you that you have allergies?
#Person2#: No one has ever checked me for allergies.
#Person1#: Does this happen more when you are under stress?
#Person2#: When the weather gets really cold, it gets worse.
#Person1#: I am going to refer you to a pulmonary specialist who can run tests on you for asthma.
#Person2#: Thank you for pursuing this. I appreciate your help. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# can't breathe deeply lately and want to know why. #Person1# asks #Person2# several questions and will refer #Person2# to a pulmonary specialist. |
train_5971 | #Person1#: Hi Sam.
#Person2#: Hi Chris. I am glad to see you. Can you help me with my new computer?
#Person1#: When did you buy your new computer?
#Person2#: I bought it yesterday afternoon and they delivered it this morning at 10:45.
#Person1#: So what's the problem?
#Person2#: I am not sure. I just can't connect to the net.
#Person1#: Can I have a look?
#Person2#: Of course, come in.
#Person1#: Oh this is the new little EEE notebook from Asks. How much did you pay?
#Person2#: It was only 345 pounds.
#Person1#: Very nice. I am sure we will sort out your Internet in no time.
#Person2#: I am on my way to the doctor now, but I should be back in about 45 minutes. Can I come back at around 3:15?
#Person1#: That will be perfect. | Sam's computer cannot connect to the net and he asks Chris to help. Chris will come to repair it after Sam's coming back from the doctor. |
train_5972 | #Person1#: That's great! We made 20 minutes earlier.
#Person2#: Good thing, we took a taxi.
#Person1#: Mom, you are the best!
#Person2#: Hey, look there. It is an advertisement of the piano training class on the billboard. The place is not far from our home.
#Person1#: Mom, come on. What are you thinking about?
#Person2#: Your sister is in high school now ; no one plays the piano at home.
#Person1#: Don't tell me you want me to do that?
#Person2#: Why? Why not! The piano is right there.
#Person1#: But I don't like playing the piano. And the homework keeps me busy enough.
#Person2#: Anyway, I will have a look at the piano class after work by myself.
#Person1#: How depressed! | #Person2# sees an advertisement for the piano training class and wants #Person1# to take the class. #Person1# feels depressed. |
train_5973 | #Person1#: They are playing the wedding march, and I have felt tears.
#Person2#: I'm very touched, and I can't help bursting into tears at the wedding.
#Person1#: Really? I have seen that our wedding, but just mary's.
#Person2#: Mary looks so beautiful in the wedding gown, and I record the moment that I was bride.
#Person1#: You are always be the most beautiful one in the world. What is the bridemaid's name?
#Person2#: Judy, Why are you so interested in her?
#Person1#: Don't be so sensitive, just a casual question, I caught you looking at the groomsman
#Person2#: He's terribly handsome.
#Person1#: I wonder why he is chosen to be the groomsman, and why mary doesn't marry him since he's much more attractive.
#Person2#: Why are you so bitter? No one tells worse joke than you.
#Person1#: Administer is doing a good job. I'm not sure they'll be as happy as we are. | Judy and #Person2# got very touched at the wedding ceremony. They also talk about the handsome groomsman, and Judy thinks he's more attractive. |
train_5974 | #Person1#: My name is James Owen. I'm Manager of Sales. How do you do?
#Person2#: How do you do?
#Person1#: Thank you for coming. Did you have any trouble finding the office?
#Person2#: Oh, no. It was easy. Your office sent me a map.
#Person1#: I apologize for this mess. They'Ve got me handling so many projects, and it's hard to keep things organized.
#Person2#: That's OK. Thank you for seeing me.
#Person1#: Well. Miss Sun, as you know, we are looking for an executive secretary with good English skills and some business background. We looked over your resume and thought you might be a good candidate.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Today's interview is for us to get to know a little about you. If needed, there will be a more lengthy interview later. So, if you're comfortable, let's begin.
#Person2#: OK. | James Owen apologizes to Miss Sun for the mess in his office and tells her the interview purpose. If needed, there'll be a more lengthy interview later. |
train_5975 | #Person1#: I'd like to know something about transport in Britain.
#Person2#: Well, we have got the railways connecting all our big towns. There are over 13,000 miles of track in Britain. Rail transport provides a very important service.
#Person1#: What about road transport? Are your roads very good?
#Person2#: Yes, they are on the whole. We've got about a quarter of a million miles of roads, and modern motorways appearing everywhere. We should have over a thousand miles of motorways soon.
#Person1#: Is there a good air service in Britain?
#Person2#: Well, yes. But it is not as important as our rail and road transport systems.
#Person1#: What about travel by sea?
#Person2#: As an island people and a trading nation, Britain's seafaring traditions have always been great. We used to have the biggest merchant navy in the world, carrying one third of the world's passengers, you know.
#Person1#: But I suppose today sea travel has become less important, hasn't it?
#Person2#: It has. But some people still prefer traveling by sea to any other form of transport. | #Person1# wants to know something about transport in Britain. #Person2# tells #Person1# the railways, road transport, air service, and sea travel. Rail and road transport systems are the most important in Britain. |
train_5976 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Have you been waiting long?
#Person2#: Um...About ten minutes.
#Person1#: Did you notice whether the No. 7 bus has gone by?
#Person2#: Not while I was standing here. I'm waiting for the No. 7 myself.
#Person1#: Good. Hot today, isn't it?
#Person2#: Oh, yes, it is. I wish that it would rain and cool off.
#Person1#: Me too. This is unusual for March. I don't remember it's ever been so hot and dry in March before.
#Person2#: You were born in Florida then.
#Person1#: No. I was born in New York. But I've lived here for ten years now.
#Person2#: My mother and I have just moved here from Indiana.
#Person1#: Pretty cold in Indiana, isn't it?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. That's why we moved. But we didn't know that it would be so hot here. We should have gone to California. Do you think we've missed the bus? I've been here for 20 minutes already.
#Person1#: Don't worry. It never comes exactly on the half hour like it should. | #Person1# and #Person2# are waiting for the No.7 bus. They talks about the hot weather in March, and the weather in their born places. |
train_5977 | #Person1#: Hi, Mark. How was your summer vacation?
#Person2#: I worked at a restaurant the whole vacation. It was an exciting experience and I also made enough money for the next term. What did you do in your summer vacation?
#Person1#: I attended some classes because I fell behind the others last term. I wanted to catch up with them.
#Person2#: You are great. So have you seen David?
#Person1#: He dropped out of school completely.
#Person2#: Really? Why? I haven't seen him for several months.
#Person1#: He worked at a good company as an assistant and since he did well, they asked him if he wanted to work full time.
#Person2#: Wow. He's so lucky. He doesn't have a degree and he already has a job.
#Person1#: It sounds good now, but I wouldn't have done that. I want a degree. | #Person1# and Mark share their summer vacation experiences. #Person1# tells Mark that David has been employed by a good company and dropped out of school completely. |
train_5978 | #Person1#: I'd like to reserve two tickets on Saturday, the 10th.
#Person2#: For which movie, madam?
#Person1#: Um...for Dark and Stormy Night, please.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, that show is sold out.
#Person1#: Well, how about on the 11th?
#Person2#: Yes, madam, we do have tickets for that show.
#Person1#: Are there any seats left in the middle?
#Person2#: Yes, but they're not next to each other. If you want them together, we still have seats in the front and at the back.
#Person1#: The front row sounds good. How much are the tickets?
#Person2#: $13 total.
#Person1#: Okay. Can I use my credit card?
#Person2#: Sure. Could you give me your name, the name of your card, the card number, please?
#Person1#: Uh, just a second. I have to get my credit card out. | #Person2# helps #Person1# reserve two tickets for the movie named Dark and Stormy Night on the 11th and book the front seats. |
train_5979 | #Person1#: wow, the duck looks so delicious. Should we order it, Rick?
#Person2#: the chef is going to slice it into thin pieces. There will be around one hundred and twenty pieces of both skin and meat for each.
#Person1#: I see. The chef is so skillful with his knief.
#Person2#: absolutely. It is said that they serve 3, 000 ducks every day.
#Person1#: incrediable. By the way, what are these in the plates?
#Person2#: oh, they are pancakes, hollowed sesame buns, scallions, cucumbers and hoisin sauce. I will show you how to make one.
#Person1#: thank you. I couldn't wait any longer to have a taste.
#Person2#: Just roll it up and have a bite, Amy.
#Person1#: oh, it's terrific. I love the falovr. Can you tell me how it was prepared?
#Person2#: certainly. First, a Beijing duck is specially selected. After it is cleaned and dressed, it will be roasted in an open oven. Only wood of fruit trees are used to fuel the fire to give the duck a uniqu
#Person1#: it sounds really complicated. No wonder it tastes so great.
#Person2#: Yes, Amy, please have some more. | Rick introduces the duck to Amy and shows her how to make one with the pancake. Rick also tells Amy the process of making the dish. Amy enjoys it and loves the flavor. |
train_5980 | #Person1#: good morning!
#Person2#: good morning, Gav! Did you sleep well last night?
#Person1#: I slept like a baby. I fell asleep right away last night, didn't wake up once, and didn't have nay nightmares!
#Person2#: that's great news! You look much more relaxed than you did yesterday.
#Person1#: I feel much better, but I'm still worried about something.
#Person2#: what's that?
#Person1#: well, I have to drive to school for a meeting this morning, and I'm going to end up getting stuck in rush-hour traffic.
#Person2#: that's annoying, but nothing to worry about.
#Person1#: for me, traffic jams are quite stressful, because I'm pretty impatient. How can I prevent myself from getting stressed if I get stuck in a traffic jam?
#Person2#: just btrathe deeply when you feel yourself getting upset.
#Person1#: Ok, I'll try that.
#Person2#: is there anything else bothering you?
#Person1#: just one more thing. A school called me this morning to see if I could teach a few classes this weekend and I don't know what to do.
#Person2#: do you have any other plans this weekend?
#Person1#: I'm supposed to work on a paper that'd due on Monday.
#Person2#: try not to take on more than you can handle.
#Person1#: you're right. I probably should just work on my paper. Thanks! | Gav tells #Person2# that he slept well but still worries about something. He feels stressed when caught in the traffic jam, and #Person2# gives him suggestions. A school called Gav to teach classes but he has the paper due. #Person2# advises Gav to take on things he can handle. |
train_5981 | #Person1#: Excuse me , can I use your computer to type my paper?
#Person2#: No problem.
#Person1#: I am afraid I can't finish typing it this afternoon. When will you use it tonight?
#Person2#: Oh, Never mind, I finished my paper. So you can use it tonight .
#Person1#: Thanks a lot! | #Person1# borrows #Person2#'s computer to type the paper. |
train_5982 | #Person1#: Taxi.
#Person2#: Get on, pls. Where do you wanna go?
#Person1#: Thank you. Pls hurry, I am late. Can I get to the Battery Park before 4?
#Person2#: All right, Miss. I think we will get there if there are no delays on the way.
#Person1#: How exactly do you figure out the car fare?
#Person2#: According to the kilometer rate, the first five kilometers are 4 dollars and every kilometer extra costs 50 cents.
#Person1#: Oh, I see.
#Person2#: Here we are, Miss.
#Person1#: Thank you. How much do I owe you?
#Person2#: You owe me 19 dollars.
#Person1#: That's 20 dollars. Keep the change!
#Person2#: Thank you! | #Person1# asks #Person2#, a taxi driver, to get to the Battery Park before 4, and #Person1# pays $20. |
train_5983 | #Person1#: This is tough to say, Jordan, but I think we should break up.
#Person2#: Are you serious?
#Person1#: Yes, I mean it.
#Person2#: But why? Did I do anything wrong?
#Person1#: No, we are just too different. This isn't working.
#Person2#: Hey, come on. It's too early to say that. We can fix things.
#Person1#: I have thought about it for a while. I think it's time to move on for both of us.
#Person2#: But I still love you.
#Person1#: I'm sorry.
#Person2#: I knew this would happen some day...
#Person1#: Then why didn't you talk to me?
#Person2#: Well. It's not all my fault, Anna...
#Person1#: I don't want to argue with you anymore. This is going to be tough, but Let's try and be friends.
#Person2#: I would like that Anna, but I think I'll need a little space for a bit.
#Person1#: I think we'll be better off if we are apart.
#Person2#: Shall we keep pur friendship?
#Person1#: Sure, let's just be friends. | Anna wants to break up with Jordan because they are too different. Jordan can't accept it, but Anna insists and says they can be friends. |
train_5984 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Do you study Chinese at the university here?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. But my characters are very bad.
#Person1#: It takes a long time to learn Chinese writing.
#Person2#: Are you Chinese?
#Person1#: Yes, I am. I am from Taiwan. I came here to study political science.
#Person2#: How do you like it?
#Person1#: I like it so far. But my English still needs work.
#Person2#: I want to study Mandarin and international relations.
#Person1#: Does the Chinese department here teach regular characters or simplified characters?
#Person2#: They teach regular characters.
#Person1#: I see. I'm from Taiwan, so I know regular characters better than simplified.
#Person2#: You just said your English needs work, yes?
#Person1#: Yes, that's true. Especially my writing. I think my papers aren't good enough. I make too many grammatical mistakes.
#Person2#: Well, I am very serious about learning Chinese. But for me the hard part now is pronunciation. You have the four tones in Chinese. It is very hard. Maybe, if you have time, maybe we could do a language exchange.
#Person1#: You mean you and I?
#Person2#: Yes, why not? I mean, if you come to this cafe often, maybe we could meet here and practice Chinese and English.
#Person1#: That sounds like a good idea. How often would you like to do it?
#Person2#: Let's see. . . My schedule right now is quite busy. But I think I could spend 90 minutes a week in language exchange.
#Person1#: How would we manage it though? How would we spend the 90 minutes?
#Person2#: First, we could spend 45 minutes working on your English writing. If you want, I could help you edit your papers. Or we could do English conversation. Whatever you want. And then the next 45 minutes you would help me with my Chinese.
#Person1#: Would I help you with writing?
#Person2#: No. For me right now, the important thing is spoken Chinese. I need practice. So you could tutor me in speaking. We could use my textbook, and you could ask me questions. Then you could correct my mistakes.
#Person1#: I think it sounds like a good system. But when is it convenient to meet?
#Person2#: Well, today is Monday. Actually, for me Monday at this time would be the best. I am free from now until 11
#Person1#: Me too. In fact, I'm free until 1
#Person2#: So if you want to meet at 10
#Person1#: It sounds good. I will bring the papers I'm working on.
#Person2#: And I will bring my textbook and a tape recorder. I would like to record some things so I can practice on my own.
#Person1#: Let me give you my phone number.
#Person2#: Sure. I'll give you mine too. Then we can call if we have to cancel for some reason. | #Person2# is learning Chinese, and #Person2# thinks the hard part is pronunciation. #Person1# thinks #Person1#'s English still needs work. #Person2# advises that they can do a language exchange, and #Person1# agrees. They plan to spend 90 minutes a week in language exchange. They spend the first 45 minutes working on #Person1#'s English writing, and the next 45 minutes #Person1# will help #Person2# with spoken Chinese. |
train_5985 | #Person1#: I'm really glad I got a chance to talk to you before you left, Mary. Have a safe trip!
#Person2#: Thanks. Try not to work too hard while I'm away!
#Person1#: Yeah, I'll try not to! See you after Christmas.
#Person2#: Okay-bye! Have a nice Christmas. | #Person1# sees Mary off before Mary's Christmas trip. |
train_5986 | #Person1#: How can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I would like to look at some of your products.
#Person1#: Did you have anything specific in mind?
#Person2#: Well, to be honest, I mostly use Sarah Winter products now. But I'm not happy with them. So I would like to change companies.
#Person1#: Well, you made a good choice. Coming to us, I mean. We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers.
#Person2#: What do you have in foundation?
#Person1#: Our foundation is very high quality. Only the finest ingredients. It will moisturize your skin and it has a sun block rating of 8.
#Person2#: What colors do you have in foundation?
#Person1#: Let me show you. We have this rose color. We also have different shades of beige.
#Person2#: The color I use now is rose. How much does this rose foundation cost? The 100ml bottle.
#Person1#: In this size, we sell it for 53. 95.
#Person2#: Wow! That's expensive.
#Person1#: What you're paying for, Ma'am, are the ingredients. It is a very high quality product.
#Person2#: I understand. I need some mascara too. Do you have a good thickening mascara?
#Person1#: Of course. Here is our thickening mascara. We also have mascara designed to lengthen the eyelashes.
#Person2#: Alright. And I want to consider your eye shadow too. Do you have a color chart I can look at?
#Person1#: We have a very wide selection of colors. And our eye shadow is specially designed to moisturize the skin. So it is very gentle on your eyelids. Would you like to sample some?
#Person2#: Oh, sure. I will need to clean off my own eye shadow first.
#Person1#: I can help you with that.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person2# used to use Sarah Winter products but is not happy with them. #Person2# wants to change companies, and #Person1# recommends her some cosmetics, including the rose foundation, thickening mascara, and eye shadow. #Person2# wants to sample some eye shadow and #Person1# helps #Person2# with it. |
train_5987 | #Person1#: I need some flowers for my wife. It's her birthday.
#Person2#: Very well. We have some fresh red roses.
#Person1#: How much are the roses?
#Person2#: $20 per dozen.
#Person1#: That sounds like a good deal.
#Person2#: Yes, they're on sale today.
#Person1#: I'll take a dozen.
#Person2#: Splendid. Will there be anything else?
#Person1#: No, the roses will be fine.
#Person2#: I'm sure your wife will love them. | #Person1# buys a dozen red roses as #Person1#'s wife's birthday from #Person2#. |
train_5988 | #Person1#: Look at this headline - Elvis Baby Born on Spacecraft. Where do these tabloids get such crazy stories?
#Person2#: I've often wondered the same thing. I also wonder who reads them. Then I realize that I'm standing here reading them myself.
#Person1#: It looks as though everyone in line reads them, or at least looks at the headlines.
#Person2#: I think we picked the right line. This one seems to be moving more quickly than the others.
#Person1#: Maybe our checker is faster at scanning the food.
#Person2#: I'm glad. We have only about twenty things here, and I'm in a hurry to get home. | #Person1# and #Person2# are reading the crazy stories on the tabloids because they are attracted by the headlines. |
train_5989 | #Person1#: What's this then?
#Person2#: It's my geography, sir. The Map of Africa you set us.
#Person1#: But this should have been handed in last Thursday.
#Person2#: Yes, I know, sir. I'm sorry.
#Person1#: Well, what's your excuse then?
#Person2#: My mother's been ill and I had to stay at home.
#Person1#: Oh, Yes?
#Person2#: It's true, sir. | #Person2# apologizes to #Person1# for handing in the geography late and explains the reasons. |
train_5990 | #Person1#: Hi, I want to check out.
#Person2#: Okay. Come with me.
#Person1#: Can I pay by a credit card?
#Person2#: Sorry, you can only pay cash.
#Person1#: OK. Here is the money.
#Person2#: Here's your change.
#Person1#: Would you wrap it for me?
#Person2#: Of course, I'll get right on it. | #Person2# helps #Person1# to check out, and #Person1# pays by cash. |
train_5991 | #Person1#: I'm talking to Jackie Gold, who is a very proud mother. Her daughter Olyvia, appeared on the stage of London Palladium Theater in the musical, the Sound of Music last month. So how did it all come about?
#Person2#: Well, until last year, the idea of her appearing at the London Palladium would have been unthinkable for our family. Things started to happen when Olivia got the leading role for the show Annie at the local theater. For Annie, Olivia had to learn more than 200 lines. She was on stage from most of the 2 hours show. I decided that we do 10 pages a night. After memorizing it, I gave her a line and she would have to tell me what the next line was. She picked it all up even better than her homework.
#Person1#: And she did well in the part.
#Person2#: She was great in the part. She had always been shy and she suddenly became less shy and more confident. A member of the stage management team for the show was taking over a local agency and asked her to sign up. So then she had an agent to represent her and try to get roles for her. | #Person1# interviews Jackie Gold, whose daughter Olivia appeared on the stage of London Palladium Theatre in the musical. Jackie Gold tells #Person1# the experiences of her daughter. |
train_5992 | #Person1#: Jennifer, I just to read this amazing book. Want to hear about it?
#Person2#: Sure, Chavez.
#Person1#: It's all about a guy named Harold, of about 30. He's trying to get from one side of the street to the other, but all these funny things keep happening to him. It is about 200 pages long. I was so into the book that I finished it in one day.
#Person2#: Wow! It must have been very good. What did you like the most about it?
#Person1#: The book is set in the future. I love reading books like that. It was also just really funny.
#Person2#: Do you think I would like it?
#Person1#: I think you would love this book. I will lend it to you.
#Person2#: Thank you, Chavez. I can't wait to read it. | Chavez tells the story in an amazing book to Jennifer and will lend it to her. |
train_5993 | #Person1#: Did you see the new student in Miss Foley's class, Sally? I think she's from a poor family?
#Person2#: Poor? Why would you think that?
#Person1#: She had pieces of cloth on her jeans. I'll bet she has holes in them and she can't afford to buy new ones. Her mom had a so on the pieces of cloth to fix her old jeans.
#Person2#: Rusty, you're a little behind the times, that's the fashion nowadays. Half of our class have pieces sewn on their jeans. If her parents are really poor, we certainly will help her.
#Person1#: That's great, anytime we should help the poor. | Rusty thinks the new student in Miss Foley's class is poor because of the holes in her jeans. Sally tells Rusty it is fashionable. |
train_5994 | #Person1#: Hello, Tom. I haven't seen you for sometime. How are you doing?
#Person2#: Oh, not too bad. I have been busy writing an article
#Person1#: Really? Have you finished it?
#Person2#: Yes, I finished it yesterday.
#Person1#: Congratulations. Are you doing something this evening?
#Person2#: No, nothing important. Why?
#Person1#: Well, do you feel like going to relax yourself? Besides, I like music very much.
#Person2#: Great. I'll meet you at your house at 7:00. Is that OK?
#Person1#: OK. See you at 7:00.
#Person2#: Bye. | Tom has been busy with his article and finishes it yesterday. #Person1# invites Tom to relax tonight. |
train_5995 | #Person1#: Where are you from?
#Person2#: The United States. I live in New York.
#Person1#: Oh really? I think it's a big city with a large population, right? By the way do you like it?
#Person2#: Yeah, I think it's the only place to live in.
#Person1#: Why do you say that?
#Person2#: You see, there's always something exciting to do and it's never boring.
#Person1#: My place isn't boring either. You can fish, hike, grow vegetables, all kinds of things if you like. Though it is small and quiet.
#Person2#: I guess so, especially here in New Zealand. | #Person2# is from New York and thinks people will never feel bored in this city. #Person1# thinks #Person1#'s place isn't boring either. |
train_5996 | #Person1#: Bristol Restaurant, how can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello, I'd like a plate of chicken noodles, 2 chicken wings, one roasted pork steak and a fish salad.
#Person1#: OK, ma'am. Do you need any drinks?
#Person2#: Mango juice, and that's all I want.
#Person1#: All right, to which address should I send your order?
#Person2#: 221B Baker Street and my name is Shirley Homes.
#Person1#: I see, your food and drink will be delivered within half an hour. Hope you enjoy the meal.
#Person2#: Thanks. Bye. | #Person2# calls Bristol Restaurant to order the meal. #Person1# will deliver the food within half an hour. |
train_5997 | #Person1#: Why is the car before us stopping?
#Person2#: What's going on?
#Person1#: Look. Two cars are standing right in the middle of the road and the drivers are shouting rude words to each other. That's why that car stops.
#Person2#: More and more people easily get irritated while driving.
#Person1#: Yes. This is what is called road rage. | #Person1# and #Person2# witness and discuss a road rage. |
train_5998 | #Person1#: Hello, ma ' am, can I help you find something?
#Person2#: Yes, actually I ' m looking to buy a camera.
#Person1#: We ' Ve got a wide selection do you know if you ' d like a point-and-shoot, or something a little fancier? Are you shopping for yourself or for someone else?
#Person2#: Actually I ' m buying a camera for my husband.
#Person1#: Ah, well then I ' d recommend a nice entry-level digital SLR.
#Person2#: Yeah? Can I take a look at the Sirs you carry?
#Person1#: Sure thing, follow me. This here is the.
#Person2#: The Canon Eos. Yeah it ' s ok, but I ' m looking for something that performs better in low light, has a better display panel, and longer battery life.
#Person1#: Oh, ah, um the Nikon D60 is a nice option.
#Person2#: Yeah, but what kit lens does this camera come with? I don ' t want some bulky telephoto lens.
#Person1#: Oh, well this one has the, uh.
#Person2#: Looks to me like an 18-55 mm lens. pretty standard, that will do. Not like my husband will be stalking celebrities or anything!
#Person1#: So, ahem, can I interest you in any acc...
#Person2#: Accessories? Do you carry polarizing filters?
#Person1#: Polarizing filter um we should! I ' m sorry, ma ' am. It looks like we ' re sold out.
#Person2#: No you ' re not! There are some right here!
#Person1#: Oh, well, would you look at that! Polarizing filters.
#Person2#: Thanks for your help, Ralph!
#Person1#: No problem, ma ' am. | #Person2# wants to buy a camera for her husband. #Person2# tells #Person1# about her requirements on the camera. #Person1# introduces some products with different functions and specifications to her. Finally, #Person2# chooses a camera with polarizing filters. |
train_5999 | #Person1#: What did you say?
#Person2#: I said it's a lovely day. Why don't we go for a walk?
#Person1#: Well, I feel a little tired.
#Person2#: Come on! A little labor, much health.
#Person1#: Then can you wait a few minutes? I want to finish writing this letter.
#Person2#: Don't take too long. It would be a shame not to take advantage of such lovely weather.
#Person1#: I won't be long. No more than ten minutes. Why don't you go ahead and I'll meet you in the park?
#Person2#: I Believe I will. Look for me near the lake. | #Person2# persuades #Person1# to go for a walk together due to good weather and #Person1# agrees. |
train_6000 | #Person1#: Good morning! Welcome to our bank! How may I help you?
#Person2#: Good morning! I'm Steven Smith. I want to open an account here.
#Person1#: OK! Come this way please. You should fill a form here first. Here you are.
#Person2#: Thank you very much! And then what?
#Person1#: If you don't mind, Mr. Smith, please go to counter number six to queue up and wait for the service.
#Person2#: OK! Thank you.
#Person1#: My pleasure. | Steven wants to open an account. #Person1# guides him to fill a form and to queue up. |
train_6001 | #Person1#: You have a lovely house, Jack.
#Person2#: Thank you. But a number of things have been going wrong lately.
#Person1#: That's too bad. What problems are you having.
#Person2#: Oh, the whole house needs re-painting for starters. The carpet in the living room is worn out, and I'd like to put in new wall-to-wall carpeting. Last week, I had to call the plumber to fix the toilet. Anyway, all par for the course when you own a house, I guess. I think I am going to hire an interior decorator to look the place over.
#Person1#: I'Ve studied home decoration as a hobby. Could I make some suggestions?
#Person2#: Go right ahead.
#Person1#: Well, I think a crystal chandelier would look great in your living room, and maybe some new drapes for the windows. Also, a grandfather clock would look great in the den. Perhaps you could buy some potted plants for the dining room
#Person2#: Well, you really do have a talent for this, Alice. Thanks for the suggestions.
#Person1#: You are welcome, Jack. Glad to be of help. | Jack has a nice house but many things have been going wrong lately. Then Alice offers some suggestions about his home decoration. |
train_6002 | #Person1#: Do you like jazz, Tom?
#Person2#: No, I don't like it very much. Do you?
#Person1#: Well, yes, I do. I'm a real fan of Wanton Marsalis.
#Person2#: Oh, does he play the piano?
#Person1#: No, he doesn't!!! He plays the trumpet. So, what kind of music do you like?
#Person2#: I like rock a lot.
#Person1#: Who's your favorite group?
#Person2#: The Cranberries. I love their music. How about you? Do you like them?
#Person1#: No, I don't. I can't stand them!! | #Person1# likes Jazz while Tom likes rock. They talk about Wanton Marsalis and the Cranberries. |
train_6003 | #Person1#: Have you ever noticed that serious pollution in modern cities goes from bad to worse?
#Person2#: You said it. We'er breathing poisonous air every day.
#Person1#: I think it's time for the government to take strong action. And people should try to protect environment.
#Person2#: I absolutely agree with you. | #Person1# and #Person2# think people should take actions to protect the environment. |
train_6004 | #Person1#: I cannot ignore her suggestion. In fact I always value her suggestion.
#Person2#: I know. Maybe you will get the air if you go against her.
#Person1#: Well, it takes two to make a happy marriage.
#Person2#: And it takes two to make an agreement too. You have no guts, I am afraid. | #Person2# thinks #Person1# has no guts to go against his wife. |
train_6005 | #Person1#: Do you have wool socks?
#Person2#: Yes. We have socks made of various materials. These socks are of imported wool.
#Person1#: Can you guarantee the quality?
#Person2#: Yes, absolutely.
#Person1#: Where are the panty-hose?
#Person2#: Here. We have black, white and transparent panty-hose here. | #Person1# wants to buy wool socks and panty-hose. #Person2# serves #Person1#. |
train_6006 | #Person1#: Hey Ted, I saw this ad in the paper. You should take a look.
#Person2#: What is it?
#Person1#: It's for a job. It looks perfect for you.
#Person2#: Let's see. . . 'Wanted, manager for up-and-coming firm. Must have good organizational skills. Experience a plus. Please contact Betty Sue. 'Oh, I don't know. . .
#Person1#: Come on, what have you got to lose?
#Person2#: What about my resume?
#Person1#: Here, I'll help you type one up.
#Person2#: Thanks, Mary. You're a real pal. I'll call now to set up an interview. | Mary sees a job ad and encourages Ted to apply. Ted accepts. |
train_6007 | #Person1#: Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: I want to have a two-day trip around the city.
#Person1#: Would you please have a look at the table? I think this one fits you.
#Person2#: It's interesting. I think I will take the bus tour. By the way, what about the lodging?
#Person1#: We will lodge at the indigenes'houses. It's interesting. | #Person2# will take the bus tour for a two-day trip according to #Person1#'s recommendation. |
train_6008 | #Person1#: You know who won the election, right?
#Person2#: I'm still shocked that Obama was elected.
#Person1#: I couldn't believe it, either.
#Person2#: He just made history.
#Person1#: I hope you voted for him.
#Person2#: Of course I did. Did you?
#Person1#: I made sure to vote for him.
#Person2#: I am really excited about this.
#Person1#: I know how you feel.
#Person2#: Hopefully, he'll change things in our nation.
#Person1#: I know that he will.
#Person2#: I trust him. | #Person1# and #Person2# are excited that Obama won the election. |
train_6009 | #Person1#: I'Ve just looked over your resume and I must admit I am quite impressed.
#Person2#: Thank you. I'Ve worked pretty hard to be able to list those accomplishments.
#Person1#: You'Ve got plenty of training and experience. I wonder if you could tell me something about your goals. Where do you see yourself ten years from now?
#Person2#: To be honest, I don't plan in that much detail. My goals tend to be general ; I define success according to the job at hand. I see myself advancing as I succeed, but I don't necessarily dwell on
#Person1#: interesting! And how do you feel about decision-making? Are you an independent thinker, or do you depend more on your superior for direction?
#Person2#: That depends a bit on the problem at hand. There are certain situations in which a manager can give a general directive, and expect his employees to know how to take the initiative on the detail
#Person1#: Sounds good. Everyone is taking about teams these days. Can you describe your role as a member of a sales team?
#Person2#: I see myself as an encourager. Of course, sales can be quite competitive and sometimes people in this field have a secret desire for others to fail. In my last job, each representative handled
#Person1#: So, your experience is as impressive in practice as it is on paper. | #Person1# praises #Person2#'s impressive resume and asks #Person2# some questions, such as #Person2#'s goals, thoughts about decision-making, and the role as a member of a sales team. #Person2# answers perfectly. |
train_6010 | #Person1#: Your family must be busy shopping for Christmas, now.
#Person2#: Oh yeah and decorating the house too was colored paper and pictures. they will put a Christmas tree just inside the front door, pained toys and colored electric lights along the branches and plays all the gift packages under it
#Person1#: Woo, your home will beautiful on Christmas.
#Person2#: Sure thing.
#Person1#: I do wish your christmas and happy new year.
#Person2#: Thanks. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how #Person2#'s family would decorate the house at Christmas. |
train_6011 | #Person1#: In China at least, coffee is often associated with an exotic, well-to-do bourgeois lifestyle. Coffee is often considered a hobby of the well-educated, middle-class people.
#Person2#: Maybe that's why some young chaps often spend a whole afternoon in a coffee bar, surfing the net or just typewriting something with laptop. While they are savoring a coffee at a leisured pace, they are actually showing off!
#Person1#: Yes. Behind a lifestyle, there is a culture. Young people easily become blind worshippers of a Westernized life. While they may not really like coffee, they think it desirable and enviable to be lavish with money in those high-consumption places.
#Person2#: Then what about tea? We need to bear in mind in the first place that tea, rather than coffee, has been the most popular drink for the Chinese people.
#Person1#: Well. Tea represents another facet of popular culture. While a coffee bar is usually quiet and resonates with soft, elegant music, a teahouse is often a noisy, crowded, public space. People visit teahouses to associate with others, playing chess, chatting, or simply listening to operas.
#Person2#: What a pity that the traditional teahouses, as depicted by Lao She, keep fading away so quickly in this metropolis. It is not easy to find an old-fashioned teahouse that suits the ordinary people's spending power either. Teahouses of today all feature a cozy, comfortable environment, and high-quality services, but can easily cost you a good deal, just like a coffee bar.
#Person1#: Well, that's true. In a sense, it is not so much what you drink that really counts, as where and how you drink. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the popularity of coffee and tea in China, which represents in a culture aspect. Coffee is usually considered as a hobby of middle-class people and young people easily become blind worshippers of a Westernized life. However, the traditional teahouses keep fading away in the metropolis. |
train_6012 | #Person1#: How much is this?
#Person2#: You mean the large one or the small one?
#Person1#: The large one.
#Person2#: They're on special this week. They've been reduced to five dollars.
#Person1#: Is this the only kind you have?
#Person2#: No. We have some that are different in style but not in color. They're over there. Do you see the sign?
#Person1#: Oh, yes. I think I'll look at those over there before I decide.
#Person2#: Very well. Just take your time. | #Person1# is shopping. #Person2# serves #Person1#, showing the goods #Person1# is interested in. |
train_6013 | #Person1#: Aunt Cindy, do you shop online often?
#Person2#: Yes. It's very convenient and the price is even lower.
#Person1#: Last week, I tried to buy some books online, but I didn't know how to pay for them?
#Person2#: You should open an account at the online bank first. After that, you can buy anything online.
#Person1#: Are there many things online?
#Person2#: Sure. You can find everything all over the world. Let's check it out online!
#Person1#: Oh, what's this? Second-hand cellphone store?
#Person2#: Yeah, this one is very famous with a good credit among on-line customers. It's like an open free market. If you want to change your cellphone for a new one, you can sell the old one here.
#Person1#: Really? How to do that?
#Person2#: Take some pictures of the thing you want to sell, then upload it onto line with a brief description about it and leave your connecting number. Then your stuff will be sold by auction.
#Person1#: That's amazing. I'd love to try it later. Oh, an on-line virtual supermarket?
#Person2#: Let's click to check it out.
#Person1#: Oh, I got it. It simulates the real supermarket, which makes it feel so real. Mom will love it. She loves shopping in supermarkets.
#Person2#: No doubt about it. Shopping online will get more and more popular. It's a real revolution about people's consuming habits.
#Person1#: Are there any disadvantages about it?
#Person2#: It takes some time for the stuff you buy online to arrive. But I think this problem will be solved soon. | Aunt Cindy introduces online shopping to #Person1#, including how to pay for online goods, how to sell second-hand cellphones, what the online virtual supermarket is, and the disadvantages of shopping online, etc. #Person1# feels excited and decides to have a try. |
train_6014 | #Person1#: Don't you have any good news?
#Person2#: No. Yesterday I had to stay after school, because I was talking during my biology class.
#Person1#: You'd better keep quiet in class.
#Person2#: Sometimes I do. The day before yesterday, I was very quiet during my history class and I still had to stay after class.
#Person1#: I don't understand.
#Person2#: Because I fell asleep during the class, but it wasn't my fault. The lesson was very dull.
#Person1#: I advise you to take school more seriously. If you don't pass your exam, you'll have to drop out and work as a result.
#Person2#: I don't think that it makes much difference. If I have a job, I have to do dull work every day, but if I'm in school, I must listen to dull teachers every day. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# had to stay after class twice because #Person2# talked and fell asleep in class. #Person1# reminds #Person2# to take school more seriously. |
train_6015 | #Person1#: Hotlines are very common in today's life, do you think so?
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: Most of them are about amusement, in my opinion. But some of them are very important in our daily life.
#Person2#: Is that true?
#Person1#: Certainly. A free hotline offering help to teenagers was opened in Guangdong.
#Person2#: Can you tell me something more about it?
#Person1#: It is the first part of the national hotline system to help to protect teens' rights. Young people who have psychological problems or questions on legal issues can call for help. More than 100 experts are ready to offer help.
#Person2#: Then what is the telephone number?
#Person1#: Call 12355 if you are in Guangzhou and 020 12355 if you are outside.
#Person2#: Oh, it will be a help to teenagers. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about hotlines. #Person1# introduces #Person2# a free hotline in Guangdong which offers help to teenagers. |
train_6016 | #Person1#: Good morning. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I'd like a ticket to London, please.
#Person1#: Round trip?
#Person2#: No, one-way.
#Person1#: OK. That'll be twenty-two pounds.
#Person2#: Twenty-two? Last time I took this bus, it was only twenty.
#Person1#: I know. The rate went up this month.
#Person2#: Just like everything else. Does the bus still leave at two fifteen?
#Person1#: Two fifteen at Gate Eleven. You ought to be at the door by two, though. The driver usually begins loading fifteen minutes before the trip.
#Person2#: OK. Thanks a lot.
#Person1#: You are welcome. Have a good trip. | #Person1# helps #Person2# buy a one-way bus ticket to London. #Person2# finds that the price rises up. |
train_6017 | #Person1#: Hi, Joe! Many people in our department are leaving for Thanksgiving. What are you going to do?
#Person2#: I think I'll just stay at home. I may see some friends and watch a few DVDs. And I probably would go to the Ottawa Car Show. What about you, Ariel? What's your plan?
#Person1#: I am going to do some traveling with my family.
#Person2#: Oh, where to?
#Person1#: Toronto. And on our way, we're going to visit my aunt, Valley, in Kingston.
#Person2#: That's exciting. How long do you plan to stay?
#Person1#: Two days. I have a get-together party with my college friends on the tenth in Toronto. Oh, I'm afraid I've got to go now. My husband is waiting for me. And we'll have to pick up Daniel from school. Have a nice holiday, Joe!
#Person2#: Thank you. You too! | Ariel asks Joe about his plan for Thanksgiving. Joe says he will stay at home and may go to a car show. Ariel will travel with her family. |
train_6018 | #Person1#: Now Mr. Snow, what can you remember about the attack?
#Person2#: Well, I was working late yesterday evening.
#Person1#: What time did you leave your office?
#Person2#: About a quarter past nine.
#Person1#: Are you sure?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. I looked at my watch.
#Person1#: What did you do then?
#Person2#: Well, I locked the door, and I was walking to my car when somebody hit me on the head.
#Person1#: Did you see the attacker?
#Person2#: No, he was wearing a stocking over his head.
#Person1#: Tell me, Mr. Snow, how did you break your leg?
#Person2#: Well, when the doctors were putting me into the car, they dropped me! | Mr. Snow tells #Person1# about the attack he encountered yesterday and how he broke his leg. |
train_6019 | #Person1#: Good morning, Mr. Thompson. My name is Mary Brown.
#Person2#: Good morning, Ms. Brown. Take a seat, please.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Well, Ms. Brown, could you please tell me about yourself?
#Person1#: Yes, of course, I'm 18 years old and just graduated from Peterson Secretary School. I read your ad. in the newspaper and know that you are looking for a secretary.
#Person2#: Could you tell me what you can do?
#Person1#: I can do whatever a secretary is expected to do, such as typing, receiving phone calls, sending faxes, and writing reports.
#Person2#: Well, it seems that your qualifications for the job are excellent. Could you tell me what kind of salary you are expecting?
#Person1#: I saw in the ad. that this position offers a salary of around 2,013 a month.
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: That would be fine with me.
#Person2#: Is there anything you would like to know about the job?
#Person1#: No, not so far.
#Person2#: Good, thank you for coming, Ms. Brown. I've enjoyed meeting and talking with you. We'll let you know the result as soon as possible.
#Person1#: Thank you. I appreciate the time you've given me. | Mary sees Mr. Thompson's job ad in the newspaper so she comes to meet him. Mr. Thompson interviews her and asks her what she can do and the salary she is expecting. |
train_6020 | #Person1#: Gordon, I'm going to Keswick in the Lake District this weekend.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: Yeah, five of us. Why don't you join us? We're getting to Keswick on Friday. Then we're going boating on Saturday. And on Sunday, we're going to do some shopping. Then I will take some time to visit my aunt Lucy.
#Person2#: You're not going to camp, are you? Isn't it a bit cold?
#Person1#: No, we're not. It is a bit cold. We're staying in a country inn. It's not like five-star hotels or anything. But it's really comfortable.
#Person2#: Hmm, sounds interesting. You know, it's the boating that I don't like.
#Person1#: Well, what are you up to?
#Person2#: Sit on my sofa all weekend and watch the DVDs I've just bought. And that will be a busy weekend. I may finish watching Friends.
#Person1#: I don't know how you can do that all weekend, Gordon. I'd get bored.
#Person2#: I know, I know. But that's really what I want to do. | #Person1# invites Gordon to go to Keswick together so that they can go boating and do shopping there. However, Gordon refuses because he wants to watch the DVDs on the weekend. |
train_6021 | #Person1#: Today's November 15th. It's almost time for Thanks giving.
#Person2#: When is Thanksgiving Day?
#Person1#: It's celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November. What are your plans for it?
#Person2#: I have no idea yet. What about you?
#Person1#: The same as usual. My aunts and uncles and cousins come to our house for dinner.
#Person2#: Oh, your family get together. What do you usually do?
#Person1#: We usually have a big meal. My mother cooks turkey. But I prepare the vegetables. My aunts usually bring the pies. The women cook the meal, and the men wash the dishes.
#Person2#: Really? In my family, when we get together the kids wash the dishes. The whole thing is a lot of work.
#Person1#: Yes, but I like Thanksgiving. I was out of the country last year, and really missed it. That's one time in the year when families get together. John, if you haven't got any plans, why don't you come to my house to spend the holiday with us?
#Person2#: Yes, that sounds like a good idea. Thanks a lot. | #Person1# tells John about #Person1#'s plans for Thanksgiving. The plan is to have a big meal with the family. Then #Person1# invites John to join them on that day. John agrees. |
train_6022 | #Person1#: I'm not sure if I can find work this summer. There aren't many jobs out there for inexperienced workers, and I can't just sit around all day.
#Person2#: Have you ever heard about house-sitting? Tom is going to house sit for Mary's family this summer when they travel to China.
#Person1#: What exactly is house-sitting?
#Person2#: It's kind of like baby-sitting except that you're watching a house instead of kids.
#Person1#: It sounds too good to be true. But I guess it won't be that simple. Anyhow, I'd like to have a try. | #Person1# can't find a job. #Person2# suggests #Person1# try house-sitting. #Person1# would like to have a try. |
train_6023 | #Person1#: Last time I talked about the student services in the college. Today I'd like to talk about the Counselling Services. The College Counselling Service is located in the North Building. The counsellors are Ms. Penny Rawson and Ms. Ann David. I have asked Ms. Rawson to join us today to discuss their role. Ms. Rawson...
#Person2#: Thank you. Both Ann and I are full-time counsellors. Students either come tons on their own or are referred to us by a tutor. We see students individually, run group therapy sessions and courses of sessions as we think necessary. We are here to help with any problems? no matter how great or small, such as homesickness, relationship difficulties, death and separation, sexual problems, undue stress due to work and so on. You will not be the first to be homesick, find college life stressful, or decisions problematic. So please don't hesitate to come and have a chat if there is anything bothering you. This is a confidential service but we are willing to arrange with your course directors, your tutors, Student Union officers, career department or doctors. We can also put you in touch with outside counselling services. As a part of the university, all counselling is free of charge for full-time students. I know some of you may feel that seeing a counsellor has a stigma attached to it, but let me assure you even the best balanced individuals encounter situations where they need someone to talk with. So please don't hesitate. You're welcome to make use of this service. We hope you will enjoy your studies at the university. Thank you. | #Person1# is giving a speech and invites #Person2# to introduce the Counselling service in the college. #Person2# says students are welcomed to see a counselor when they meet any problems, such as homesickness, relationship difficulties and so on. |
train_6024 | #Person1#: Are you free on the weekend?
#Person2#: I haven't got any plans yet, why?
#Person1#: There is an exhibition of Chinese paintings at the public library. Would you like to go with me?
#Person2#: I'd love to, but when?
#Person1#: How about Saturday morning? It's cooler in the morning and maybe less crowded.
#Person2#: I'm afraid I can not get up early on weekends. I'd prefer Saturday afternoon. Believe me there won't be too many people.
#Person1#: So, shall we meet at 2:00, Saturday afternoon?
#Person2#: OK, that would be great. I'll be waiting for you at my home. | #Person1# invites #Person2# to go to an exhibition of Chinese paintings. They ultimately decide to meet on Saturday afternoon. |
train_6025 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: I need to find this specific magazine, and I am not sure where to look for.
#Person1#: How old is the magazine? Is it a recent magazine less than a year old or is it an old magazine?
#Person2#: You need to know how old the magazine is to find it?
#Person1#: Yes, the more recent magazines are in the magazine reading room on the second floor, but after a year, magazines are tied together and kept on the third floor.
#Person2#: Well, the magazine I want to find is more than a year old, so that means I need to go to the second floor. Oh,excuse me, what am I saying, the third floor.
#Person1#: That's right, the third floor.
#Person2#: Thank you for your help. | #Person2# needs to find a magazine that is more than a year old. #Person1# tells #Person2# it's on the third floor. |
train_6026 | #Person1#: Hello, may I speak to Mr. Johnson, please?
#Person2#: Speaking. Who's calling, may I ask?
#Person1#: This is the Town Job Center. We've received your e-mail and we have a job you may be interested in.
#Person2#: Can you tell me about it? What kind of job? Where?
#Person1#: Well, a college wants to hire some laboratory assistants. It's the kind of job you would like to do, according to your e-mail.
#Person2#: Yes, I did put that in my e-mail.
#Person1#: Yes. They also want a person who knows how to operate computers, so we think you are just the right person for the position.
#Person2#: What about the pay and the hours?
#Person1#: Let me check that. The pay they are offering is quite satisfactory, but the work hours are a bit irregular. Sometimes early in the morning, and sometimes late in the afternoon.
#Person2#: Well. I am still interested in it, but I need some more details so that I can talk it over with my wife.
#Person1#: Why don't you come here tomorrow?
#Person2#: OK, I'll do that. See you tomorrow morning then. Bye! | #Person1# calls Mr. Johnson to say they have a job for him. Mr. Johnson wants to know more details so they decide to meet to talk about that tomorrow. |
train_6027 | #Person1#: not a single email until now? it's already twelve o'clock. I can't believe it!
#Person2#: can't bear it, right? I've been there before. I'll feel comfortable if no one calls me or sends me text messages, like there is something missing.
#Person1#: yeah, that's right. If no one sends me tect messages, I'll go crazy.
#Person2#: actually, this is a kind of addiction called 'informania' or 'information overload'.
#Person1#: addiction? checking emails and text messages often can be called an addiction? no way!
#Person2#: yes, it is. Do you consider a frequent check of your income emails to be an integral part of your working day?
#Person1#: aboslutely.
#Person2#: do you have your cell phone with you wherever you go and check text messages and phone calls from time to time?
#Person1#: yeah, it's a must. Otherwise, I may miss important phone calls and text messages.
#Person2#: do you open all your IM tools whenever you're using a computer?
#Person1#: yes. MSN, QQ, Skype, Google Talk, Ali wangwang, everything, so that I'll be in touch with all friends and relatives.
#Person2#: now I can tell you're definitely addicted to the overflow of information. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about an addiction called information overload which makes people check emails and text messages frequently. #Person2# thinks #Person1# is already addicted to the overflow of information. |
train_6028 | #Person1#: Good morning, my name is Martin. You've applied for the Laboratory Assistant's position, right?
#Person2#: Yes. When I saw the advertisement I thought it would really suit me.
#Person1#: Can you tell me why you replied to our advertisement?
#Person2#: I think that I'll be really good at this kind of work. In fact I learn so fast that I'll be looking for promotion very shortly.
#Person1#: Do you know exactly what you would be doing as a Laboratory Assistant?
#Person2#: A laboratory assistant helps to maintain scientific equipment, keep a check on the supplies in the store, and prepare the chemicals for experiments.
#Person1#: What sort of student do you regard yourself as? Did you enjoy studying while you were at school?
#Person2#: I suppose I'm a reasonable student. I passed all my tests and enjoyed studying subjects that interested me.
#Person1#: What were your favorite subjects at school?
#Person2#: Maths and chemistry were my favorite subjects at school. I also enjoyed history.
#Person1#: Do you have any plans for further study?
#Person2#: Well, I've thought about doing the part-time Chemistry Certificate course at Technical College. I think I would really benefit from doing that.
#Person1#: Have you ever had a job before?
#Person2#: Yes. I have worked part-time at a take away food store-the one just round the corner.
#Person1#: We have a lot of other applicants for this position. Why do you think that you deserve to get the job?
#Person2#: Well, I've found out a lot about this type of work and my research suggests that I would be quite capable of doing the work involved. I also think that I would be able to handle any training course reasonably well.
#Person1#: I think I have asked you everything I wanted to. Thank you for coming along to the interview.
#Person2#: Thank you. When will I know if I am successful?
#Person1#: We'll be in touch with you by telephone or by mail within a week. Well. Goodbye.
#Person2#: Goodbye. | #Person2# has applied for the Laboratory Assistant's position. Martin interviews #Person2# and asks questions, including the reason why #Person2# applies it, what #Person2# would be doing in the position, #Person2#'s favorite subjects, #Person2#'s plans for further study, #Person2#'s former working experience and so on. #Person2# will get the interview result by telephone or by email within a week. |
train_6029 | #Person1#: Be quick. Put our bags in the deposit box.
#Person2#: We got a problem. The deposit boxes are all full. We should have come earlier.
#Person1#: I told you to hurry up a thousand times. You just put a deaf ear to it.
#Person2#: Did you ? I didn't hear you. It was too noisy.
#Person1#: I surely did! Ask the customer service counter if we can deposit our stuff there.
#Person2#: They say we can't. They don't look after customers' stuff.
#Person1#: It's all your fault! Now we can't get in shopping.
#Person2#: OK, it's my fault. I'll stay here and look after our stuff. You can get in, shopping with Daniel and May.
#Person1#: That sounds like a good idea!
#Person2#: Hey, don't forget to buy a suit for me.
#Person1#: What color do you want?
#Person2#: Black, of course. | #Person1# blames #Person2# for being so slow so that the deposit boxes are full and they can't deposit their stuff. So #Person2# decides to stay, letting others to go shopping. |
train_6030 | #Person1#: Welcome to the McDonald's. What will it be for you, madam?
#Person2#: One Big Mac and French Fries.
#Person1#: Is there anything else?
#Person2#: Give me one coke, please.
#Person1#: Is this to go or to eat here?
#Person2#: To go, please.
#Person1#: That comes to four dollars and ten cents.
#Person2#: And can I have some ketchup, please?
#Person1#: It's on the service counter over there. Please go to help yourself. | #Person2# goes to McDonald's and orders some food. #Person1# serves #Person2#. |
train_6031 | #Person1#: Your house is very old. Does it need redecorating?
#Person2#: Yes, it really needs redecorating.
#Person1#: Shall I help you with it?
#Person2#: I don't suppose you could.
#Person1#: I have much time. I suppose it can be done.
#Person2#: I'll be glad if you would. | #Person2# will be glad that #Person1# can redecorate #Person2#'s house. |
train_6032 | #Person1#: The total cost is 850 dollars. How would you like to pay?
#Person2#: By credit card.
#Person1#: We take Visa and Master Card.
#Person2#: Do you take American Express?
#Person1#: No, we don't.
#Person2#: Ok, I'll use my Visa. Here you are.
#Person1#: Thank you. . . please sign on the line. | #Person2# ultimately pays by Visa and signs on the line. |
train_6033 | #Person1#: How do you usually get to school?
#Person2#: I usually ride my bike. Which form of transport do you prefer to use?
#Person1#: I feel that I can see more when I pedal a bicycle, but when I feel lazy, I drive my car.
#Person2#: I think we should discourage people from using their private cars. They produce too much pollution!
#Person1#: I agree, but I would find it difficult to stop using my car. It's just so convenient.
#Person2#: Cars might be convenient, but they're so bad for the environment.
#Person1#: Do you have a car?
#Person2#: No. I used to have one though. Once I started using my bicycle to get around, I found that I didn't really need it.
#Person1#: Maybe if I sold my car now, I wouldn't be so tempted to use it.
#Person2#: You could try. It would save you a lot of money.
#Person1#: That's true. Every month, I spend hunderds of dollars on gas, insurance, and repairs.
#Person2#: If you got to class by riding a bicycle every day instead of driving, you will get lots of exercise, too!
#Person1#: I could stand to lose a few pounds. Having a car has made me lazy. I never end up walking anywhere!
#Person2#: Let's go to a car dealership. I'll help you try to sell your car for a good price.
#Person1#: Sounds good! Let's go! | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the form of transportation they use. Then #Person2# persuades #Person1# not to use a car because it's bad for the environment. #Person2# also suggests #Person1# sell the car to save money and to do more exercise. |
train_6034 | #Person1#: I'm hungry, do you want to go to the burger shop and get something to eat?
#Person2#: Sure, but I need to stop at the drug store first. I need some vitamins.
#Person1#: Why do you want to waste your money? Vitamin pills don't really help you.
#Person2#: Chris, that's not true, actually more people should take them, because they play a vital role in good health.
#Person1#: How?
#Person2#: Many people don't eat healthy food like fruit and vegetables, and don't have a balanced diet, so a vitamin pill can provide some of the missing nutrients.
#Person1#: I know it's better to get all your nutrients from food, not from pills.
#Person2#: That's right, but a lot of people eat like you.
#Person1#: What does that mean?
#Person2#: Your diet consists of fast food and soft drinks, that's not healthy. | #Person2# needs to buy some vitamins. Chris can't understand that. #Person2# explains vitamin pills are vital for those who don't eat healthy food. |
train_6035 | #Person1#: Have you handed in your exercise book, Jack?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, I haven't, Miss Smith. I have already finished the exercise, but I can't find my exercise book anywhere now.
#Person1#: Really? I don't understand why you are always forgetting to hand in your exercise book. You are lying.
#Person2#: Miss Smith, but it is true this time.
#Person1#: I'm really angry with you. If you won't tell me the truth, I'll have to ring up your parents after class. | Miss Smith is angry because Jack says he finished the exercise but can't find it. |
train_6036 | #Person1#: What did you do last night? Did you work all night?
#Person2#: I did do some work, but I watched a bit of TV, too.
#Person1#: I watched a great football game on TV last night Did you watch it?
#Person2#: No, I didn't. I don't like football.
#Person1#: Then what did you see?
#Person2#: I saw the end of a film. It was quite good actually. It's a pity I missed the beginning, but I know the story was written by Shakespeare. It was about a boy and a girl who fell in love with each other, but their families were fighting against each other.
#Person1#: You mean Romeo and Juliet?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about what they did last night. #Person1# watched a football game and #Person2# watched the end of Romeo and Juliet. |
train_6037 | #Person1#: Are you busy tomorrow night? I'm going over to the workers club for volleyball. If you'd like to come along?
#Person2#: Isn't that far away?
#Person1#: Not really. If you take the number 3 bus, you can get there in 10 minutes. And if volleyball doesn't interest you, they've got a huge indoor swimming pool, a weights room and an indoor track. It's a great place to meet people.
#Person2#: Now that you mention it, it would be nice to get away from the computer center for a change. And I really should get so more exercise. Working up a sweat in a ball game or the weights room would be nice. I've gotten so fat.
#Person1#: Of course. Look at me, you're not the only one. In high school I had a lot more time to do sport activities. I was never a great athlete, but I had enough time to play tennis with my friends regularly. And during the winter, I'd go skating almost once a week at a place near my home. But after starting college, all that extra time disappeared, because I was always hitting the books. Now what little spare time you have must be used in doing exercises. At least the club is open until 12:00 am.
#Person2#: I guess it's worth a visit. Did you say you going tomorrow night?
#Person1#: Yeah.
#Person2#: OK. I'll come to. How about meeting me in front of the cinema at 8:00? And we'll catch the bus there.
#Person1#: Sure, see you then. | #Person1# invites #Person2# to play volleyball together tomorrow night. #Person2# realizes it's time for more exercise so #Person2# agrees. #Person1# begins to talk about how much exercise #Person1# did in high school and how little time #Person1# can put into exercise now. They decide to meet in front of the cinema. |
train_6038 | #Person1#: Hello. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Oh, hello. Yes, I want something to wear at a conference.
#Person1#: So you're looking for something quite smart.
#Person2#: Yes, some kind of business suit. This is nice. Is this one on sale?
#Person1#: Yes, it is. There's a 25% reduction on this one. It's a real bargain.
#Person2#: It's still a bit expensive for me. Is there a discount for cash?
#Person1#: Oh no, I'm sorry.
#Person2#: Oh, well. Can I try it on?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. The changing room is just over there.
#Person2#: Thanks. | #Person2# wants to buy a business suit. With #Person1#'s assistance, #Person2# wants to try one. |
train_6039 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. Have a seat, please.
#Person2#: Thank you. I'm interested in the sales manager position you advertised yesterday.
#Person1#: Well, have you been in the sales department for a long time?
#Person2#: Yes, for 10 years.
#Person1#: Then, why do you want to come to my company?
#Person2#: I am in a small company and chances of my future development are small. Also I enjoy working at different places and meeting new friends.
#Person1#: That sounds nice but your future depends on your performance not your age.
#Person2#: I understand.
#Person1#: Now, please fill out this form.
#Person2#: OK, thanks. | #Person2# wants to apply for the sales manager position. #Person1# asks #Person2# questions and asks #Person2# to fill the form. |
train_6040 | #Person1#: Have you heard of the UA Healthbox?
#Person2#: No. What's that?
#Person1#: It was created by the company Under Armor. It's a new set of 3 smart devices: a wristband, a scale and a heart-rate monitor. They all record information about you when you exercise, which is then collected in the app UA Record.
#Person2#: I like that all of the information goes into one app, but it doesn't sound very different from other products that are already out there.
#Person1#: Check this out, though. You can touch the screen of the wristband to signal that you're starting or ending an activity. Then the scale measures your body fat and weight, while the monitor tracks your heart rate. You wear the heart monitor on a band around your chest. The best part about it is that you can set goals and measure your progress.
#Person2#: How much does it cost?
#Person1#: The whole set is around $400. But you can just buy the wristband if you want, which is $180.
#Person2#: Wow, that's not exactly a bargain, is it? | #Person1# introduces the UA Healthbox which has a new set of a wristband, a scale and a heart-rate monitor to #Person2#. #Person1# also shows the product's special functions. #Person2# thinks it's expensive. |
train_6041 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, and welcome to You and Your City. Every week we speak to a teenager from a different place. Tonight, we're speaking to 17-year-old Dave, who lives in London. Hi, Dave!
#Person2#: Hi, Lillie!
#Person1#: Dave, everyone knows that London is an exciting city for tourists. But what's it like for a teenager living there?
#Person2#: Oh, London is a great city to live in. I study at a local school and at the weekend, like all teenagers, hang around with my friends.
#Person1#: What do you do?
#Person2#: Lots of things. We go to cinemas and clubs. But what I like most is the park. At the weekend, the park is crowded with joggers and footballers. In fact, I play football there every Sunday morning with my mates.
#Person1#: What else do you enjoy doing?
#Person2#: Well, London's famous for its entertainment. There's always a music or street festival on somewhere. I really enjoy those kinds of festivals. Actually, next week, there's going to be an international Jazz festival, and if you're into theaters museums or gallery's there are plenty of those around. But to be honest, that's not really my things. Oh, of course, there are lots of good restaurants. But I seldom go there. They're too expensive for me.
#Person1#: Well, Dave, You seem to live happily in London.
#Person2#: Sure, thanks for inviting me to appear on your program. Bye. | Lillie is doing a program where a teenager from a different place will be spoken to. Dave is invited to introduce his feelings about living in London. Dave then talks about the things he enjoys in London. |
train_6042 | #Person1#: Thanks for meeting with me today.
#Person2#: Well. We're trying to finish interviews today. We need a roommate by the first of next month.
#Person1#: OK. So how many of you live here?
#Person2#: There are 3 of us. Mary and Rob are both nursing students. I graduated last year and I'm working in a bank.
#Person1#: Oh, good. I'm a student as well.
#Person2#: You don't smoke, do you? Mary refuses to live with smokers. Our last roommate claimed that she never smoked, but sometimes she would and it upset Mary a lot.
#Person1#: No, no, I'm a non smoker.
#Person2#: OK, good. My main concern is that you are quiet. We study a lot around here.
#Person1#: I'm quiet. I'm also very clean.
#Person2#: Great. Rob is the cleanest one in the house, so he'll be thrilled to hear that.
#Person1#: Do you guys ever cook dinner together?
#Person2#: Robin, Mary do. They're both very healthy. They eat salads and exercise every day. I work a lot, so I buy cooked food at a restaurant, then carry it away to eat at home most nights. But sometimes they share their food with me.
#Person1#: I love to cook and I always make a lot, so I'd be happy to share with you.
#Person2#: Awesome! Well, You seem like you'd fit in well in the house. When Mary and Rob get home this afternoon, I'll tell them that I met with you and I think they would like you. After that, I'll give you a call.
#Person1#: Thanks. | #Person2# needs a roommate and #Person1# comes to apply for it. #Person2# then introduces the other two roommates here and asks about #Person1#'s living habits. #Person2# thinks #Person1# would fit in well in the house. They are satisfied with each other. |
train_6043 | #Person1#: Hey, Susie. Can I borrow your car tonight?
#Person2#: No. The last time you borrowed it, you returned it with the gas tank empty.
#Person1#: Did I? I'm sorry, baby. I promise to fill the tank this time.
#Person2#: What do you need it for?
#Person1#: I want to take my mom out to dinner.
#Person2#: And I'm not invited?
#Person1#: You can come if you want. I thought you probably had plans with your friends.
#Person2#: I do. But I'd rather go with you. Don't you think it's time for me to meet your mother?
#Person1#: OK, sure. Just don't expect her to love you right away. She never thinks any girl is good enough for me. | #Person1# wants to borrow Susie's car to take his mom out for dinner. Susie, #Person1#'s girlfriend, wants to go together. |
train_6044 | #Person1#: Hi, Julia, it's Robert. How are you? I didn't see you in class today and I wondered if you were alright.
#Person2#: Oh yes, I'm better now, but I decided to take the day off as I woke up with a slight cold. It's really so nice you called.
#Person1#: Julia, I got you a copy of the main points of the lecture. It was just an introduction to French impressionist paintings.
#Person2#: I see. I can read it then before the next class.
#Person1#: Uh Julia, I'm calling as I wonder if you are free on Saturday night. My friend Max is having a party and I'd like to know if you want to go.
#Person2#: That would be really nice. I'll be free then. What time shall we go?
#Person1#: How about meeting in the student union bar at 7:00 o'clock?
#Person2#: That'll be fine, but shouldn't we buy a present for Max?
#Person1#: Well, we can stop at a gift shop on the way.
#Person2#: Fine. I'll see you then. | Robert calls Julia to know whether she is ok because she didn't come to class today. Julia says she is better now. Robert then invites her to go to a party. Julia agrees. |
train_6045 | #Person1#: We've been waiting here for nearly ten minutes now, and there still isn't a bus in sight.
#Person2#: I'm afraid we'll be late for the party.
#Person1#: Have you got the time, Tom?
#Person2#: Yes, my watch says a quarter to seven. but there is something wrong with my watch!
#Person1#: But you bought it only last month.
#Person2#: Yes, but ever since I bought it, it gains about five minutes a day, so I ' Ve got to have it repaired.
#Person1#: How long will it take us to get there?
#Person2#: I think about ten minutes by bus.
#Person1#: It's not far away, then. Let's walk, it's beginning to rain.
#Person2#: Wait! I think I see a bus coming now. Let's hope it's the No. 22 bus. | #Person1# and #Person2# wait for the No. 22 bus to go to the party. They are afraid they will be late for the party. |
train_6046 | #Person1#: I've been so tired recently. I've been trying, but I don't think I'm up to this job.
#Person2#: You need to take a break, maybe a vacation.
#Person1#: Oh, yes, indeed. I've run out of steam. To be honest, I want to be in a different environment.
#Person2#: Is that so?
#Person1#: Yes, I don't want to be stuck in a rut. I want to move on.
#Person2#: Have you decided?
#Person1#: Yes. I want to get a better job.
#Person2#: Could you tell me why you want to quit?
#Person1#: I quit just because of the dissatisfying salary and the trouble in getting along with my colleagues.
#Person2#: Oh, that's terrible. Do you want to get a higher salary in our company?
#Person1#: I'm afraid not. I've promised my girlfriend. We'll travel southwards to find a job that offers higher pay.
#Person2#: OK, I'd like to say that I've really enjoyed working with you. However, I think you should work harder for your new job and then you can ask for higher pay.
#Person1#: Thank you so much for your advice.
#Person2#: And every best wish for your new job.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# feels tired and wants to get a better job because of dissatisfying salary and bad colleagues' relationship. #Person1# promises #Person1#'s girlfriend to go south to find a job with higher pay, #Person2# gives #Person1# advice and best wish. |
train_6047 | #Person1#: I want to go try on these clothes.
#Person2#: What did you find?
#Person1#: I found some jeans, and a new blouse.
#Person2#: Go and try it on.
#Person1#: What do you think?
#Person2#: I love that shirt on you.
#Person1#: What about the jeans?
#Person2#: They don't really fit you right.
#Person1#: I don't think so either.
#Person2#: That blouse is absolutely wonderful on you though.
#Person1#: Well, I'll just buy the shirt.
#Person2#: That would be a good idea. | #Person1# tries some clothes and #Person2# suggests #Person1# buy the shirt. |
train_6048 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Good morning. I'm interested in antiques. Do you have any?
#Person1#: Yes, we have a great variety of Chinese antiques.
#Person2#: What do you have?
#Person1#: Well, we have some painting and some porcelain. Which do you like better?
#Person2#: I'd like porcelain.
#Person1#: Good. How about the table set?
#Person2#: Oh, it looks well. I like it very much.
#Person1#: It's made in Jingdezhen.
#Person2#: How much is it?
#Person1#: One thousand eight hundred yuan.
#Person2#: It's not expensive. I'll take it. | #Person1# shows some porcelain to #Person2# who is interested in antiques. #Person2# takes the porcelain table set. |
train_6049 | #Person1#: Have you seen the new James Bond movie?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. You?
#Person1#: Yes. What did you think of it?
#Person2#: I thought it was better than the others-I really liked it. What did you think of it?
#Person1#: Yes, I liked it, too. It was exciting, but not over the top. Do you know what I mean?
#Person2#: Mmm. That's what I thought too. I really liked the car chase, and the opening credit sequence was very exciting. And I always enjoy watching Pierce Brosnan.
#Person1#: Oh, yes. He's brilliant. Did you like the title song?
#Person2#: Not as much as last time, actually. What's the name of the American actor who was in the supporting role?
#Person1#: Hum, Edward Norton, or something like that. Did you like him?
#Person2#: Yes. He was excellent. They worked well together, don't you think?
#Person1#: I don't know. I think the woman was better. She provided a good love interest. Lucky James Bond!
#Person2#: Yes! | #Person1# and #Person2# liked the new James Bond movie, #Person1# doesn't like the title song as much as last time and #Person2# thinks the woman in the supporting role was better. |
train_6050 | #Person1#: We are going to have a picnic tomorrow at the picnic center.
#Person2#: That's great.
#Person1#: Now let's get things ready.
#Person2#: Don't worry. There are all kinds of things in the center.
#Person1#: That's much more convenient. We don't even have to bring the flavorings. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that the picnic center has everything they need. |
train_6051 | #Person1#: We've settled price, order, payment, now I am calling to ask about package. How can we pack the goods?
#Person2#: As a rule, we use cardboard boxes for outer packing. Besides, I would like to make it clear that each piece of computer will be dismantled into several parts before shipment.
#Person1#: Do you mean that we are responsible for putting them together?
#Person2#: Yes. As you know, that's the common practice for exporting computer. This can avoid some damages on computers in the process of transportation.
#Person1#: I see. Why not use wooden cases?
#Person2#: If you prefer wooden cases, we will provide them. But cardboard boxes are light, less expensive, and more convenient to handle in the course of packing and unpacking.
#Person1#: Oh, I know. Does it mean that shipment will have to be delayed if I insist on using wooden cases?
#Person2#: Perhaps. That will be more complicated, if we use wooden boxes.
#Person1#: Then you may use cardboard boxes for outer packing so long as you can guarantee the safety of the computers.
#Person2#: That is guaranteed. Each box is lined with foam plastic in order to prevent damage by air, water or stress. Besides, cardboard boxes will be secured together on wood pallets by overall metal strapping.
#Person1#: Sounds good. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that they will use cardboard boxes to pack the goods and dismantle the computers before shipment. #Person1# agrees using cardboard boxes as long as #Person2# can guarantee the safety of the computers. |
train_6052 | #Person1#: Good evening, Mr. Taylor. I'm so glad you were able to come.
#Person2#: Glad to meet you again, Mrs. Hao. You are so kind.
#Person1#: Now dinner's ready. Let go over to the dinner table. Would you like to use the chopsticks or the fork and knife, Mr. Taylor?
#Person2#: Oh, it's a real Chinese meal. When in Rome, do as the Romans do. I'd take the chopsticks.
#Person1#: Yes, hope you like it. Do you need beer or wine?
#Person2#: Beer, please. Oh, there are so many dishes.
#Person1#: I'm glad you like them. . . We'd appreciate your kind consideration in the coming negotiation. Let's drink to our friendship.
#Person2#: Let's hope for good cooperation between us. | Mrs. Hao is so glad that Mr. Taylor can come for the Chinese dinner and they toast for the good cooperation between them. |
train_6053 | #Person1#: do you like music?
#Person2#: well, it depends.
#Person1#: do you think this music is warm matched?
#Person2#: of course yes.
#Person1#: how about the lyrics?
#Person2#: very touching.
#Person1#: it bring me back to some of my childhood memories.
#Person2#: yes, it is so. i love songs that take me to some places i have not been or have been for a long time. it is fun and exciting.
#Person1#: of course. it is really fantastic too, and it makes me eager to dance.
#Person2#: it is full of energy.
#Person1#: this song is really worthy listening to and enjoying.
#Person2#: it certainly is. | #Person1# and #Person2# enjoy the song because it brings #Person1# back to childhood memories and makes #Person1# eager to dance. |
train_6054 | #Person1#: Good morning. More Hotel. At your service.
#Person2#: good morning! I'd like to make a reservation, please. Do you have any rooms available for the next week?
#Person1#: All right. Single-room or double-room?
#Person2#: Double-room, please. It's for an American couple.
#Person1#: Hold on, please. Let me check the bookings. Yes, we have double-rooms available. What kind of room would you like, sir?
#Person2#: I'd like a room with a nice view, please.
#Person1#: We have a nice garden-view room.
#Person2#: Good. I'll take that one. Is there a bar in your hotel?
#Person1#: Yes, sir. And there is also a party going on each Saturday night in the bar till next morning.
#Person2#: Party all night? Hotel California? No kidding. Anyway, what's the room charge?
#Person1#: 888 Yuan per night. With breakfast. ' Northern Star ' buffet! What's there arriving time?
#Person2#: They turn up around 4p. m. next Monday, and they check out on next Sunday.
#Person1#: I see. May I have your name and phone number?
#Person2#: Yes. 6710121 3. Benjamin. | Benjamin books a double room with a nice garden-view for an American couple in #Person1#'s hotel which has an all-night party in the bar each Saturday. |
train_6055 | #Person1#: Hi, Jenny. You look like you are in a hurry to somewhere. Where are you going?
#Person2#: I am going to the bank. I need to cash some checks.
#Person1#: That's great. We can go to the bank together.
#Person2#: Why are you going there?
#Person1#: I will go to Japan on business for 5 days next Tuesday. I want to exchange some Japanese yen.
#Person2#: I see. Will you bring a lot of money with you?
#Person1#: Not really. I plan to bring some cash and withdraw money at the ATM in Japan.
#Person2#: Do you have the bank card in Japan?
#Person1#: Nope. You can use the credit card to withdraw the money in foreign countries.
#Person2#: That sounds really convenient. Do you pay extra money to enjoy this service?
#Person1#: No. It is free of charge.
#Person2#: Great! I will apply for a credit card when I go to the bank later.
#Person1#: I think we are running out of time. The bank is going to close soon. | #Person1# and Jenny will go to the bank together because Jenny needs to cash some checks and #Person1# will exchange some Japanese yen. Jenny wants to apply for a credit card. |
train_6056 | #Person1#: What kind of movies do you like, Sue?
#Person2#: I like all kinds of stuff. I admit I love romance.
#Person1#: Just like my wife. So, what's your favorite movie?
#Person2#: You mean my favorite movie of all time? I guess I'd have to say pretty woman.
#Person1#: Yeah, my wife likes that one, too. Personally, I prefer action movies. | Sue and #Person1#'s wife like romantic movies but #Person1# prefers action movies. |
train_6057 | #Person1#: Did you meet the new girl in our sales department. She is taking the place of Maggie during her alternative leave.
#Person2#: Did they finally fill that post, how come I haven't seen her? She must have not been inducted yet.
#Person1#: I guess not, They haven't officially introduced her to the whole staff yet, she barely started yesterday.
#Person2#: Is she just working temporarily? What are they going to do when Maggie comes back from leave.
#Person1#: If the new girl is competent, maybe they will promote her when that time comes. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the new girl who takes the place of Maggie during her alternative leave. |
train_6058 | #Person1#: Would you like to go sightseeing tomorrow?
#Person2#: Not a bad idea.
#Person1#: What would you like to see in Beijing?
#Person2#: Well, let's see. I'd like to go to see the Summer Palace.
#Person1#: I'll pick you up here tomorrow. | #Person1# will bring #Person2# to go to Summer Palace in Beijing. |
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