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train_6259 | #Person1#: Those are today's top stories. Now let's go to John for the weather. John, what does the forecast look like for our weekend travelers?
#Person2#: I'm afraid we're in for a rough weekend, Marry. There is a storm system moving through the East Coast. It will be drizzling all day today, and there's a 60 percent chance of thunderstorms this evening. It will be warm and humid all weekend. In the Midwest, expect strong winds and a low of around 40 degrees.
#Person1#: That's pretty chilly for the summer! Will it rain on Saturday?
#Person2#: Unfortunately, yes. It will be clear early Saturday morning but there is a high chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day. There is a severe thunderstorm warning for some parts of the Southeast. Folks in those areas might see some hail and flooding, especially in areas that have been experiencing record high rainfalls.
#Person1#: That certainly sounds like a dreary Saturday.
#Person2#: It gets better on Sunday, though. The storm systems move east and the skies will clear up at night. It will still be rather cool, with highs in the low 50s. The West Coast will be experiencing some unusually chilly weather, but at least the sun will come out. I advise weekend travelers to be careful, especially while driving. Back to you, Mark.
#Person1#: Thanks John, and there you have it! Looks like it's a weekend to stay at home! | John and Marry are delivering the weather forecast. John says they're in for a rough weekend because it will rain on Saturday and there is a severe thunderstorm warning. He advises weekend travelers to be careful, especially while driving. |
train_6260 | #Person1#: Hey, stop. [What?] And give me your money.
#Person2#: What? No, no. Listen here.
#Person1#: No, you listen. Hand over your purse, and I won't hurt you.
#Person2#: You've got to be joking.
#Person1#: Do I look like I'm joking?
#Person2#: Heh. Look. I only have two dollars in change.
#Person1#: I don't care. Give it to me! And your phone and credit cards.
#Person2#: Okay. Listen. Obviously, you haven't thought this through. I mean, who's going to rob someone as they walk out of a karate studio? Really?
#Person1#: Right. You don't fool me. Anyone can get a black belt online in 10 minutes. And I have a knife.
#Person2#: Listen, mister. I'm telling you to back off. I'm a fifth-degree black belt, and I've trained for 25 years. I don't want to hurt you, but I'll defend myself if I have to.
#Person1#: Alright, baby. Let me have it.
#Person2#: You'd better call 911 first.
#Person1#: Right. [Punches and kicks and yells and screams ... ] Ahh, oh, man. Ooohhhh. That hurts.
#Person2#: Yeah. Listen. Here's your two dollars. You'll need them to cover your medical bills. | #Person1# tries to rob #Person2#. #Person2# warns #Person1# that #Person2# is a fifth-degree black belt, but #Person1# refuses to back off. At last, #Person1# is punched. |
train_6261 | #Person1#: Glad to see you in your company.
#Person2#: So am I.
#Person1#: We are in the market for machines. What can you offer in this line?
#Person2#: What type do you have in mind exactly?
#Person1#: Well, we are interested in milling machines.
#Person2#: Let me show you some illustrations of the machines we make. Here's our latest catalogue.
#Person1#: May we have a look at them?
#Person2#: Certainly. But they are in the showroom. It's about half an hour's car ride. Are you free now?
#Person1#: I will be free tomorrow afternoon. Suppose we make it, say, three o'clock tomorrow afternoon. Would you manage that?
#Person2#: Yes, I will pick you up at your hotel. | #Person1# is interested in milling machines and wants to have a look. #Person2# says the showroom of those machines is quite far, so they agree to go there tomorrow afternoon. |
train_6262 | #Person1#: Hello, I'd like some information about trips to Katmandu.
#Person2#: Well, how can I help you?
#Person1#: I hear there is a special kind of bus with sleeping rooms.
#Person2#: Yes,that's true.
#Person1#: How many people travel on the bus?
#Person2#: Well, the bus sleeps ten. Usually there are eight travelers, two drivers, and a girl to act as your tour guide.
#Person1#: So, we sleep comfortably on the bus.
#Person2#: Yes. It's fully equipped for cooking, and weather permitting it's got a shower system that we set up outside every evening.
#Person1#: We leave from London?
#Person2#: Yes, and return to London.
#Person1#: Is there anything special we need to bring?
#Person2#: Oh, we give everyone a list of suitable clothes and all the things to bring. Of course, space is limited.
#Person1#: Oh, yes, I understand that. Now can you tell me about the deadline for booking?
#Person2#: Well, it depends. Usually six or eight months before your travel. Could you come in and we can go over the details?
#Person1#: OK. I'll come and see you next Wednesday.
#Person2#: OK, thanks for calling. | #Person1# calls to know some information about trips to Katmandu and a special kind of bus with sleeping rooms. #Person1# will go to meet #Person2# next Wednesday for details. |
train_6263 | #Person1#: Good morning.
#Person2#: Good morning. I was wondering if you can help me. I received this notice yesterday afternoon.
#Person1#: Let me see. It's $ 10 for a lost book.
#Person2#: But I'm sure I returned it.
#Person1#: Our records show that you checked it out on September 17 and we have no record of its return.
#Person2#: I remember it was a rainy day and I had to carry it in a plastic bag.
#Person1#: Well, our policy is that, when a book is lost, whoever lost it must pay for it.
#Person2#: I understand. Can we check if the book is here, just in case someone missed it?
#Person1#: Well, I doubt we would make a mistake about this. But you can look on the shelf.
#Person2#: (Pause for two seconds) Aha! Here it is!
#Person1#: Let me see if it is the same copy you borrowed. I'll cheek the number with our records... Well, it is the same copy. We could have missed something. I am awfully sorry.
#Person2#: Don't worry about that. | #Person2# received a notice of penalty for a lost book, but #Person2#'s sure #Person2# returned the book. #Person2# persuades #Person1# to let #Person2# check the shelf and finds the lost book. #Person1# feels sorry. |
train_6264 | #Person1#: Hi, Maria.
#Person2#: Oh! Hi, Dave. Come on in. Take a seat. Would like anything to drink, coffee or tea?
#Person1#: Coffee would be fine. Eh... So how have you been?
#Person2#: Oh, not so bad. And you?
#Person1#: Oh, I'm doing OK. But school has been really busy these days, and I haven't had time to relax.
#Person2#: By the way, what's your major anyway?
#Person1#: Hotel management.
#Person2#: Well, what do you want to do once you graduate?
#Person1#: Eh... I haven't decided for sure. But I think I'd like to work for a hotel or a travel agency in this area. How about you?
#Person2#: Well, when I first started college, I wanted to major in French. But I realized I might have a hard time finding a job using a language. So I switched to computer science. With the right skills, landing a job in the computer industry shouldn't be as difficult.
#Person1#: So do you have a part-time job to support yourself through school?
#Person2#: Well. fortunately for me, I received four-year academic scholarship. That pays for all of my school expenses.
#Person1#: Wow. That's great.
#Person2#: Yeah. How about you? Are you working your way through school?
#Person1#: Yeah, I work three times a week at a restaurant near campus.
#Person2#: Oh, what do you do there?
#Person1#: I'm a cook.
#Person2#: How do you like your job?
#Person1#: It's OK. The other guys are friendly and the pay isn't bad. | Maria and Dave talk about their majors, their future career plans, and their current financial supports. |
train_6265 | #Person1#: Are you from England?
#Person2#: No, I'm from America. How about you?
#Person1#: I live here in Paris, but I'm not French. I'm from Australia.
#Person2#: Are you a student?
#Person1#: No. I'm a news reporter for a TV station.
#Person2#: Wow, that's a good job. | #Person1# is a news reporter from Australia. #Person2# is from America. |
train_6266 | #Person1#: Hey, Henry, how's everything going, and what's with the flowers?
#Person2#: They're for my wife.
#Person1#: Oh, a wedding anniversary or something?
#Person2#: To tell the truth, it couldn't be worse. [Oh]. You see, I have to pick my wife up from the airport this evening, but while she was gone, there were a few minor mishaps.
#Person1#: Oh really? What happened?
#Person2#: Well, I had some of the guys over Friday night to watch a basketball game on TV, but one of them got all excited, and started horsing around, waving his arms, and he accidentally knocked over my wife's 250-year old Chinese porcelain vase given to her [Oh no!], given to her by her grandmother, and broke it beyond repair.
#Person1#: Man, have you tried ...
#Person2#: ... super glue? Yeap, but she would be able to tell in a second I was trying to pull something over her eyes.
#Person1#: Oh, wow. You're in hot water now.
#Person2#: If it had only been that.
#Person1#: Oh, there's more?
#Person2#: Yeah, you see, the water from the vase spilled all over the manuscript of a book my wife has been writing for the past two years. It blurred the ink over many of the pages. [Oh no.] And so one of the guys had the bright idea of drying the pages by the fire while we watched, uh, the rest game, but a spark from the fire must have blown out and burned the manuscript to a crisp.
#Person1#: But what about an electronic file copy? Had one, didn't she?
#Person2#: Well, actually, her computer crashed the day before while I was playing some computer games, and I haven't been able to get it to work since.
#Person1#: Man, are you in trouble now. [I know.] You're going to have a hard time digging yourself out of this one. [Yeah.] Ah, so I get it now. You're buying the flowers for her as a part of some kind of peace offering, right?
#Person2#: No, not at all. They're for my funeral.
#Person1#: [laughter] | Henry bought some flowers for his wife and he's going to pick her up from the airport. He tells #Person1# there were a few mishaps while she was gone. #Person1# feels sorry for him and thinks that he's in trouble now. |
train_6267 | #Person1#: Welcome to Youth Hotel, can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like a room for a night.
#Person1#: Would you like a single room, a double room or a room for three?
#Person2#: Oh, a single room please. Can I pay by check?
#Person1#: Sure, fill in this form please.
#Person2#: Need my student card number?
#Person1#: No, just your address and telephone number.
#Person2#: OK, here is the form.
#Person1#: Very well. Here is your key to room 212.
#Person2#: Thank you!
#Person1#: Have a good stay! | #Person2# pays for a single room for a night by check. #Person1# helps #Person2# to check-in. |
train_6268 | #Person1#: Hi, Mark. Are you in town for another job interview?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm pretty hopeful this time. I've just finished my second interview with this company.
#Person1#: That sounds great. I hope it works out for you. But wasn't it expensive just getting here?
#Person2#: No, in fact the company is paying all my expenses. They've put me up in a hotel downtown.
#Person1#: How nice! How many people are they interviewing?
#Person2#: They interviewed 16 the first time, and now four of us were chosen to go back for this interview.
#Person1#: Well, I hope it goes well. John and I would love it if you came to this area to work.
#Person2#: I would too. But my girlfriend doesn't want to leave her family. She hopes I find a job close to home.
#Person1#: Oh, What a decision. Good luck. | Mark is in town for another job interview. He tells #Person1# that this time he's pretty hopeful but his girlfriend hopes he works close to home. |
train_6269 | #Person1#: Jack, why don't you go to work by bike?
#Person2#: I used to, but the weather today is so nice, and I decide to walk to my company. It's a good way to take exercise though I have to leave home an hour earlier than usual. | Jack tells #Person1# why he walks to work today. |
train_6270 | #Person1#: We would be interested in having you join us, Mrs. Sharp.
#Person2#: Thank you. I have done this knid of work before.
#Person1#: I know, and that's probably the reason you've been employed. Do you prefer part-time or full-time employment?
#Person2#: Part-time.
#Person1#: OK. Some people choose part-time jobs because they want to do something else besides work, such as reading novels or playing sports. But they will not get any other benefits besides the wages.
#Person2#: I don't care about that. May I ask you if I can decide the hours I would work?
#Person1#: I can only give you the choice from 7:00 a.m. till noon or from noon till 5:00 p.m.
#Person2#: Then I'd prefer to work in the morning because I have to prepare dinner for my children.
#Person1#: OK, Mrs. Sharp. Just sign your name on this sheet of paper. You may start next week. Mrs. Clarkson has got something ready for you--a blackboard, some chalk, and a tape recorder. She'll show you around later.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person1# employs Mrs. Sharp. Mrs. Sharp prefers part-time employment and she chooses to work in the morning. #Person1# says she may start next week. |
train_6271 | #Person1#: Are you ready to order now, Sir?
#Person2#: May I have the menu, please?
#Person1#: Yes, here you go.
#Person2#: I'd like to have some local specialties. Would you recommend for me, please?
#Person1#: Sure, the Huanghe carp with sugar and vinegar is famous in our restaurant.
#Person2#: OK. We'll take it.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: A fried crisp chicken and an eggplant with chili sauce.
#Person1#: How about drink?
#Person2#: Coffee, only black coffee, | #Person1# helps #Person2# order #Person2#'s meal and recommends the Huanghe carp with sugar and vinegar. |
train_6272 | #Person1#: Hey, Paul, why the long face?
#Person2#: It's difficult to explain.
#Person1#: Try me.
#Person2#: Well, I had a terrible day of work , I'm thinking of quiting my job.
#Person1#: Take it easy, maybe tomorrow will be different.
#Person2#: I don't know, I can't stand my job these days.
#Person1#: Cheer up, I hope you'll feel better soon. | Paul says he's thinking of quitting his job. #Person1# tries to cheer him up. |
train_6273 | #Person1#: How is the college search going?
#Person2#: It's a huge headache. I have no idea what I want to do.
#Person1#: But don't you want to study music? Shouldn't it be easy?
#Person2#: It should be, but there are too many options. My grades are good enough that I have a lot of choices, but after that...
#Person1#: I know. You have to decide if you want to attend a school in a city or in the country, a big school or a small school, a public or private school...
#Person2#: Yup, you understand. And my parents are trying to pressure me into going to a Catholic college. They both attended one and think that it combines a good education with good discipline. And the tuition is usually pretty low.
#Person1#: I see. Well, don't forget to talk to the college counselor at the school. He usually gives good advice and can help point you in the right direction. He gave me some information, and next week I'm going to take a look at some of the colleges he recommended.
#Person2#: Thanks for the information. And good luck in your college search. | #Person2# says #Person2#'s college search is a huge headache. #Person1# understands #Person2# and recommends #Person2# to talk to the college counselor at the school. |
train_6274 | #Person1#: who are you writing a letter to?
#Person2#: I'm just responding to Sue's letter. Do you want to help?
#Person1#: OK. I guess I could add something. Tell them that I send my love.
#Person2#: that's kind of boring. Don't you want to tell them anything else?
#Person1#: well, maybe you could tell them about my promotion.
#Person2#: you've been promoted? when did that happen?
#Person1#: just today. I guess I forgot to mention it.
#Person2#: congratulations! That's really exciting! Let's get out a bottle of wine to celebrate!
#Person1#: shouldn't we finish writing this letter first?
#Person2#: ah. That can wait. Your promotion is the best news I've heard in a long time!
#Person1#: it is good news, but it looked like you were almost finished. We might as well just sign off.
#Person2#: ok, you're right. I'll just tell them how pround I am of you for getting a promotion and then I'll thank Sue for her kind letter.
#Person1#: I guess you can write that I'm looking forward to seeing them in June.
#Person2#: that's thoughtful of you.
#Person1#: and also thank them from the botttom of my heart for the Christmas package they sent us.
#Person2#: that's right! I almost forgot about that.
#Person1#: what would you do without me?
#Person2#: we do balance each other out well. I guess we were really made for each other! | #Person2# is replying to Sue's letter. #Person1# helps to add something, such as #Person1#'s promotion. #Person2# is excited about the promotion and wants to celebrate it. |
train_6275 | #Person1#: May I see a hat , please?
#Person2#: What size do you take?
#Person1#: I'm sorry. I don't know.
#Person2#: I'll measure you. . . You take size 6. What colour hat would you like?
#Person1#: Brown, please.
#Person2#: Here are some nice brown hats. Try this hat on. It's a very good one.
#Person1#: Yes, I like this one. It goes very well with my coat. How much is it?
#Person2#: It's $ 9. 95. Do you want me to put it in a box? | #Person2# measures #Person1# and helps #Person1# buy a brown hat. |
train_6276 | #Person1#: Which service offered by your bank do you use most?
#Person2#: I use several services. Of course, I deposit and withdraw money quite often. I often use my ATM card to take money out of my current account. I use my bank to exchange money from once currency to another. I often travel abroad, you see.
#Person1#: Do you ever ask you bank for traveller's cheques? They are much safer than carrying lots of cash around.
#Person2#: I sometimes use traveller's cheques, but sometimes I travel to countries where they are hard to exchange for cash.
#Person1#: Do you use your bank to pay your utility bills? I use direct debit.
#Person2#: Yes, I do. It save me a lot of time. I also have standing orders for my subscriptions to magazines.
#Person1#: That's good idea. You don't need to worry about missing an issue of a magazine if you do that. I suppose you have a mortgage too.
#Person2#: Yes. My bank offers very good terms and conditions on mortgage. There's a lot of competition between banks nowadays. Each one is trying to offer better conditions and services than the others.
#Person1#: I have a deposit account with my bank. There are some restrictions on withdrawing money, but the interest rate is much higher.
#Person2#: I don't have one. I prefer to buy shares. My bank also provides a share trading service. It's cheap and easy to use.
#Person1#: That's great. But I prefer to put my money somewhere where the returns are more certain. | #Person2# talks about the bank services #Person2# usually uses. Then #Person1# and #Person2# discuss the usages of direct debit in their life. #Person1# also has a deposit account but #Person2# prefers to buy shares. |
train_6277 | #Person1#: Is the environment a big issues in your country? It is in mine.
#Person2#: It is in mine too. The biggest issue is water. The climate is dry and so water conservation is very important.
#Person1#: What methods do you use to conserve water?
#Person2#: Water is rationed. We can only use a certain amount each month. It means that we cannot use some modern household items, like washing machines. They use too much water.
#Person1#: I see. I think the biggest environment problem in my country is air pollution.
#Person2#: Yes, I agree. The air here is much more polluted than in my country. Of course, my country is more agricultural and has much less industry.
#Person1#: We have reduced emission of air pollutants in recent years, but cars are still a major source of them. Factories have become cleaner as stricter environment pollution law have been introduced.
#Person2#: The problem is now on a truly global scale. I don't believe that any single country can do anything about it.
#Person1#: I think you're right. There needs to be an international response to this problem. | #Person1# and #Person2# think the environment is a big issue in their countries. #Person2# says their biggest issue is water and #Person1# says theirs is air pollution. They agree that there needs to be an international response to the problem of environmental pollution. |
train_6278 | #Person1#: Hello, Mike. It's Caroline here. I've just been reading a paper and I found a job advertised in it that I think will be perfect for you.
#Person2#: Oh, what's the job?
#Person1#: The company want a marketing manager. Isn't that the kind of thing you're looking for?
#Person2#: Yes. Does it say what kind of job it is?
#Person1#: The main thing seems to be that you'll be in charge of sales planning.
#Person2#: Well, what sort of people are they looking for? I suppose they want me to have an MBA.
#Person1#: There is nothing about that, but it does say that they are looking for someone who can speak foreign languages. Well, that's OK for you, because you've lived abroad and you can speak German, right?
#Person2#: Yes, when can I apply for the job?
#Person1#: The third of July is the closing date, so you've got exactly a month. Do you want me to email you the advert, so you can see it yourself?
#Person2#: Yes, that would be great.
#Person1#: OK, I'll do that now. | Caroline calls Mike to tell him a job advertised in a paper. The company wants a marketing manager and this is exactly what Mike is looking for. Caroline will email him the advert. |
train_6279 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, today is the first day of the school year. I'm a new student, where should I go?
#Person1#: Well, all the new students will first gather in the meeting room at 9:15, where you'll be introduced to the staff.
#Person2#: Where is that in?
#Person1#: I'll tell you in a moment, but just let me tell you the details of this morning's activities.
#Person2#: OK then.
#Person1#: Firstly, at 9:30 in the hall, which is next to the meeting room. The director of the studies will talk to you about the different courses and their requirements. This should last for about an hour. Then at about 10:30 the students accommodations officer will talk about the student dormitories and some social activities that we offer. That's in the same place. He will finish at about 11:00. Then there'll be a short break, after which you'll be taken to Classroom 2 for a test.
#Person2#: Oh, I did not know I'd have to take an exam!
#Person1#: Take it easy. It just helps us find your level of English and put you in the right class.
#Person2#: OK, I see. | #Person2# is a new student. #Person1# tells #Person2# the details of this morning's activities. #Person2# is surprised there is an exam and #Person1# says it just helps to find students' level of English. |
train_6280 | #Person1#: Excuse me, can you tell me the way to the hotel and railway station?
#Person2#: Sure, it's quite far from here. Don't worry though, it's not difficult to get there.
#Person1#: I think I'm going in the wrong direction.
#Person2#: Yes. First you need to turn your car around. Do you remember passing some traffic lights further up this road?
#Person1#: Yes, I do. There are about 2 miles back, right?
#Person2#: That's right. Drive back to the traffic lights and turn right. Follow the road for about a mile until you see the Red Hotel. It's a really big hotel and you can't miss it. Turn left at the hotel.
#Person1#: So right at the traffic lights 2 miles up the road, then left at the Red Hotel a mile along that road.
#Person2#: Then you just go straight on for 2 miles until you see the station ahead of you.
#Person1#: OK, I see. Thanks for your help.
#Person2#: You are welcome. | #Person2# shows #Person1# the way to the hotel and the railway station patiently. #Person1# is grateful. |
train_6281 | #Person1#: Excuse me, I seem to have lost my handbag.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Well, I'll have to write a report for you. It was a handbag, you say?
#Person1#: That's right.
#Person2#: What's it like, madam?
#Person1#: It's a black one with my drivers license, some bank cards and about $50 in it.
#Person2#: Where did you last have it?
#Person1#: I'm pretty sure I had it when I was in the coffee shop.
#Person2#: When was that?
#Person1#: At about 1:30, I think.
#Person2#: Where did you go after that?
#Person1#: To the shopping mall. I found it missing when I was buying a T-shirt.
#Person2#: OK. I'll call you if there is any good news. Now write down your name, address and phone number.
#Person1#: OK. | #Person1# lost her handbag. #Person2# asks about the handbags and writes a report for her. |
train_6282 | #Person1#: Excuse me, but do you have this shirt in blue?
#Person2#: Yes, we do. But only in small, large and extra large.
#Person1#: Oh, darn. I was hoping to have it in a medium size. It would really go well with my bag.
#Person2#: Well, we may be getting more in next week. Would you like me to check our computer?
#Person1#: Oh, yes, please.
#Person2#: OK. Yes, it looks like our manager has ordered more. We should have some in medium by next Thursday.
#Person1#: Great. I'll ask my assistant to come back then and pick one up. | #Person1# wants a blue shirt but the medium size is sold out. #Person2# finds #Person2#'s manager has ordered more and suggests #Person1# come next week. |
train_6283 | #Person1#: My name is Mary, and I will be your waitress tonight.
#Person2#: Thank you, Mary. We have been looking forward to trying out this restaurant.
#Person1#: Before your main course, would you like to order an appetizer?
#Person2#: Sure, that sounds great. Where are your appetizers listed?
#Person1#: There is a special appetizer menu right here in the center of the table.
#Person2#: The chicken and cheese quesadilla looks good. Is that pretty good?
#Person1#: You know, that is one of my favorites!
#Person2#: OK, I'll take one order of that.
#Person1#: You could choose another appetizer for half price to share.
#Person2#: Perfect! Please add on an order of onion rings. | #Person2# comes to a restaurant for the first time. #Person2# orders the chicken and cheese quesadilla and onion rings with Mary's assistance. |
train_6284 | #Person1#: It says here that you graduated from Beijing Normal University with a major in English Language and Literature.
#Person2#: Right. Then you may think that I am not fit for this job according to my educational background.
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: But I want to be a tour guide very much because I like traveling and meeting various kinds of people. So I took an evening course at the Tourism School of Beijing after graduation and I have gotten a qualification certificate.
#Person1#: So you must be an extravert?
#Person2#: Yes, I always enjoy being with a group of people and chatting with them.
#Person1#: What do you think are the responsibilities of a tourist guide?
#Person2#: A tourist guide must be responsible for arranging and coordinating tour activities, and offering service of transportation, accommodation, sightseeing, shopping and entertainment.
#Person1#: Don't you consider it a hard work?
#Person2#: Hard but interesting, I think.
#Person1#: Have you any experience as a tourist guide?
#Person2#: Yes, I usually guided foreign tourists around Beijing when I was in University.
#Person1#: Have you ever learned any other foreign languages other than English?
#Person2#: Yes, I have learned a little French and Japanese as well. | #Person2# is being interviewed by #Person1# for a tour guide. #Person2#'s major doesn't match the position but #Person2# likes traveling and meeting people and has gotten a qualification certificate. #Person2# thinks being a tour guide is hard but interesting. #Person2# is quite experienced and multilingual. |
train_6285 | #Person1#: Hi, Mary. I haven't seen you in ages! I heard that you and Daniel are getting married on August 8th, the opening day of the 2008 Olympic Games. Is it true?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. We've been dating for over 7 years. We have decided to get married on a special day and we think August 8th, 2008 is a red-letter day.
#Person1#: Good for you! It sounds like you've done a lot of planning in a very short time.
#Person2#: Yes, there is a lot of to be taken care of---wedding photos, wedding dress, catering, transport, hotel, etc...
#Person1#: Is everything ready now?
#Person2#: Almost. The only thing that isn't ready is the hotel. As a lot of people have chosen that day to get married, it is hard to find a hotel that isn't too expensive.
#Person1#: Have you tried The Peninsula Palace Beijing? My wedding reception was held there and they did an excellent job.
#Person2#: Yes, we called, but it is booked up. The only choice is the Regent Beijing but we haven't made up our minds yet.
#Person1#: It's an excellent hotel. A friend of mine had her wedding reception there and said it was perfect, though very expensive.
#Person2#: That's why we want to have a look at other hotels. We don ' t want to spend too much on an extravagant wedding reception.
#Person1#: I guess you're right. I can help you ask other hotels. I am sure there are probably some available.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: My pleasure. | Mary tells #Person1# that she and Daniel are getting married on August 8th, 2008. But they haven't decided on the hotel for their wedding reception. #Person1# promises to help them. |
train_6286 | #Person1#: Hi Melissa, are you going home this weekend?
#Person2#: No, not this weekend. I have too much work to do.
#Person1#: Where do your parents live?
#Person2#: My father lives in Washington DC.
#Person1#: How about your mother?
#Person2#: My mother died two years ago.
#Person1#: Oh, I am sorry to hear that. Is your father still working?
#Person2#: No, he's retired.
#Person1#: Do you have any family here?
#Person2#: Yes, two of my cousins live here and my aunt and uncle live about 30 miles from here.
#Person1#: Do you have any brothers or sisters?
#Person2#: Yes, I have two brothers who live in New York and a sister who lives in Boston.
#Person1#: Do you see them a lot?
#Person2#: Not as much as I'd like to. Usually just on holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas. | Melissa's not going home this weekend because she has too much work. Mellisa also tells #Person2# where Melissa's family live but she seldom gets a chance to visit them. |
train_6287 | #Person1#: Honey, I ' ll be right back!
#Person2#: Where are you going?
#Person1#: I told you already! I ' m going to get my nails done.
#Person2#: Again? You just went last week! You spend more time at the nail salon than you do here at home! Honestly, why do you need a manicure every week?
#Person1#: Well, first of all, I like to pamper myself, and my nails look great. You should come with me!
#Person2#: Why? I don ' t want to have nail polish or anything like that!
#Person1#: They don ' t only paint my nails! The manicurist will remove my cuticles, file my nails, and apply at least nails coats of nail polish!
#Person2#: Yeah, sounds like something I should definitely do. | #Person1# is going to get her nails done and successfully persuades #Person2# to go with her. |
train_6288 | #Person1#: Richard? Do you have the number for that Chinese restaurant on the corner?
#Person2#: Yeah, hold on a second. I'Ve got it in my office. Here it is. 553-2213.
#Person1#: 553-2213. Great, thanks.
#Person2#: No problem. Pick me up something to eat too, please. | #Person1# asks Richard for the number of a Chinese restaurant. Richard asks #Person1# to pick up something to eat for him. |
train_6289 | #Person1#: Hi! Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. We have reservations.
#Person1#: What's your name, sir?
#Person2#: Jack Bates.
#Person1#: Yes, sir. We have your reservation. Could you fill out these forms, please?
#Person2#: The reservation was for a double for three nights, wasn't it?
#Person1#: Yes, sir. That's correct. How will you pay your bill, cash or credit card?
#Person2#: Credit card.
#Person1#: Thank you, sir. You'll be staying in room 1910. Here are your keys. The bellhop will take your luggage upstairs. Have a nice stay, sir.
#Person2#: Thanks. | Jack Bates checks in with #Person1#'s assistance in a hotel. |
train_6290 | #Person1#: Hi! How are you going?
#Person2#: Fine, thank you. How are you doing this morning?
#Person1#: Not bad. How about you? Haven't seen you for a long time.
#Person2#: Yes. I've been to New York. I got back only yesterday.
#Person1#: Did you enjoy yourself?
#Person2#: Very much. New York is such a nice place. Shall I show you some photographs?
#Person1#: Thanks, I like looking at photographs. How nice! Oh, I'm afraid I must be going now. I've got an appointment. Have a good day.
#Person2#: You too. I hope to see you soon. Goodbye.
#Person1#: Goodbye. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# has been to New York and shows #Person1# photographs. |
train_6291 | #Person1#: Can you help me buy my textbooks?
#Person2#: There will probably be a book list in the bookstore. Do you have your class schedule handy?
#Person1#: No, I don't have that.
#Person2#: To get started, take that list over to the bookstore. Do you know where the bookstore is?
#Person1#: I am not sure where the bookstore is.
#Person2#: When you pass the gym, it'll be the first door on the left. Do you know how to sell your old textbooks for money?
#Person1#: Yes, I knew I could do that. Exactly how do I go about selling them?
#Person2#: If you give your used textbooks to the person at the booth outside the door, he will reimburse you. Can you go over there today?
#Person1#: I think maybe I could be there.
#Person2#: I am free at 1
#Person1#: Maybe that would work.
#Person2#: I'll catch you later then. Have a wonderful morning. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to buy textbooks at the bookstore and how to sell old textbooks. |
train_6292 | #Person1#: I love slim girls, don't you?
#Person2#: Not particularly. I like fat girls.
#Person1#: And I like a girl with good skin, do you?
#Person2#: I can't say I do. What I like a girl with good manners.
#Person1#: Well, yes. But surely you like a girl with a nice figure.
#Person2#: Yes. But I like a girl with a nice personality.
#Person1#: But you like a girl to be rich, surely?
#Person2#: Not particularly. I like a girl to be good. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the types of girls they like. |
train_6293 | #Person1#: What's the problem? Things are getting out of hand. You keep sticking your nose where it doesn't belong.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Now, I am responsible for training new staff, but you keep overriding my authority by trying to pose your methods. I know you are a hotshot college graduate with something to prove. But I don't like your way. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person2# keeps overriding #Person1#'s authority and #Person1# doesn't like it. |
train_6294 | #Person1#: Linda, would you care for some candies or cookies?
#Person2#: No, don't try to tend me. I'm becoming chubby, and I have to slender down.
#Person1#: You are not really chubby. You are actually thin enough.
#Person2#: I don't think so. I know I've put on weight this winter.
#Person1#: So you are watching your weight, aren't you?
#Person2#: Yes, to tell you the truth. I am on the diet. | #Person1# invites Linda for some candies or cookies. Linda refuses because she is on the diet. |
train_6295 | #Person1#: I'd like to have this cashed, please.
#Person2#: Please put your name and address here. May I see your passport.
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: How would you like it?
#Person1#: Ten hundreds and Ten Twenties and the rest of small changes please.
#Person2#: Ok, here you are. | #Person2# helps #Person1# to have things cashed. |
train_6296 | #Person1#: Can I ask for leave this afternoon?
#Person2#: What is the problem?
#Person1#: I had a headache this morning. I didn't pay attention to it. I thought probably it is because I didn't sleep well. But now it is getting worse and worse. I feel quite dizzy now and my eyes are somehow very light-sensitive. Maybe it is the migrated.
#Person2#: It is ok. You look really pale and red eyes. I suggest you go home immediately and have a good rest.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. I am sure good rest will do indeed. I don't have this too often. | #Person1# had a headache this morning and asks for leave. #Person2# asks #Person1# to go home and have a rest. |
train_6297 | #Person1#: Well, that was an interesting documentary!
#Person2#: For sure! I didn't really understand some of the technical jargon they used in the film when they talked about social security in the US.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: Well, they mentioned how people put away money in something called a 401K?
#Person1#: Yeah, I know it sounds weird, but a 401k is a type of retirement plan that allows employees to save and invest for their own retirement. Through a 401K, you can authorize your employer to deduct a certain amount of money from your paycheck and invest it in the plan. Everyone tries to contribute as much as possible so that when you retire, you can rest peacefully on your nest egg.
#Person2#: That's interesting and logical I guess. In my country, we also have to contribute to a government-run retirement fund, but most people don't really trust it so they just invest in properties or things like that.
#Person1#: That seems a bit unstable don't you think?
#Person2#: Yeah, but corrupt governments in the past have created distrust among banks and financial institutions, so now people prefer to have money hidden in a jar or a piggy bank.
#Person1#: I'Ve been thinking of doing that lately! I don't want some banker to run off with my money! | #Person1# introduces a 401K, a retirement plan, to #Person2#. #Person2# says people in #Person2#'s country prefer to hide the money in a jar and #Person1# is considering doing that lately. |
train_6298 | #Person1#: Hello, this is Dr. Cook's clinic. May I speak to Mr. Smith?
#Person2#: This is he.
#Person1#: Dr. Cook won't be able to see you at the time suggested. Could you make it a quarter to two?
#Person2#: All right. | #Person1# calls Mr. Smith to reschedule an appointment. |
train_6299 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. Reservations. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm calling from Tenga Company. I'd like to know if you have rooms available for the nights from October 8 to October 12. We are going to have a business conference.
#Person1#: May I ask how many people there will be in the party?
#Person2#: 20 persons.
#Person1#: What kind of room would you like?
#Person2#: Double rooms with twin beds.
#Person1#: A moment please, sir. Yes, I can confirm 10 rooms for those days.
#Person2#: Thank you. Is there a special rate for a group reservation?
#Person1#: Yes, there is a 10 percent discount.
#Person2#: That is fine. | #Person2# from Tenga Company calls #Person1# to reserve double rooms from October 8th to 12th for 20 persons. |
train_6300 | #Person1#: Hello, this is David.
#Person2#: Hi David, this is Marge. Can you meet me after work for a few minutes?
#Person1#: Sure! How about the coffee shop right across the street from my office?
#Person2#: That will work.
#Person1#: Does five thirty work for you?
#Person2#: That will be fine. What I have to show you will only take a few minutes of your time.
#Person1#: Is it the plans for my new house?
#Person2#: Yes. I just need to double check a few details with you. | Marge calls David to arrange a meeting at five-thirty to check a few details about David's new house. |
train_6301 | #Person1#: Evening, table for three, please.
#Person2#: Do you have reservations?
#Person1#: Yes, I do. I have made reservations under the name of Wang.
#Person2#: Very Wang sir, smoking or no smoking?
#Person1#: No smoking, please. Could we have table by the window?
#Person2#: Of course, this way please. | Mr. Wang tells #Person2# that he has made reservations. #Person2# directs him to the seat. |
train_6302 | #Person1#: Welcome to IBA. How can I help you?
#Person2#: You called yesterday to tell me that our funds under the L / C had arrived? It's Ming Cha Legal Services.
#Person1#: Oh, yes. I remember. You must be Mr. Xie. It's nice to put a face to a voice.
#Person2#: Yes, it sure is. The L / C number is JD185649000023.
#Person1#: JD185649000023? Yes, found it. 175, 000 Euros, is that correct? JD185649000023?
#Person2#: Correct. Could I convert that into RIB?
#Person1#: Yes, you can. Just wait a moment and I'll do that for you now.
#Person2#: That's fine, thanks. | Mr. Xie tells #Person1# at IBA to convert the funds JD185649000023 into RIB. |
train_6303 | #Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I would like a ticket to Pakistan on CA.
#Person1#: Is that a one-way or round trip?
#Person2#: Round trip, please.
#Person1#: When would you want to leave?
#Person2#: I'd like to leave on Nov. 2nd and return on Nov. 21st.
#Person1#: I am sorry. The flight on Nov. 21st is full. Do you mind if I put your name on the waiting list?
#Person2#: Yes, please. Thank you. | #Person2# wants a round ticket to Pakistan on CA and agrees to be on the waiting list as #Person1# says the flight on Nov. 21st is full. |
train_6304 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. How can I help?
#Person2#: Hi there. I need to change some dollars into local currency. Can I do that here?
#Person1#: Yes, you can. Is that US dollars or HK dollars? Both are available for exchange to RIB. How much would you like to exchange?
#Person2#: Well, that depends. What's the rate like today?
#Person1#: Today's rate is 821. 32 USD to 100 RIB, which isn't bad.
#Person2#: That sounds pretty good. OK, I'll change 500 USD today, thanks. | #Person1# helps #Person2# to change 500 USD into RIB. |
train_6305 | #Person1#: Here's my passport. I'm a visiting scholar.
#Person2#: Do you have anything to declare?
#Person1#: No, these are all my personal effects.
#Person2#: What's in the bag? Would you mind opening the bag?
#Person1#: Not at all. I don't know what's dutiable. Do I have to pay duty on things for my own use?
#Person2#: NO. You don't have to pay duty on personal belongings.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person1# is a visiting scholar and is passing the customs under the guidance of #Person2#. |
train_6306 | #Person1#: Did you get a chance to speak with the sellers about my counter-offer?
#Person2#: Yes, and I think I have good news for you.
#Person1#: Did they accept the counter-offer?
#Person2#: Yes, they accepted your counter-offer, but they want you to pay for the home inspection.
#Person1#: How much will that cost?
#Person2#: It will cost you around five hundred to one thousand dollars for a home inspection.
#Person1#: Can I choose the home inspector?
#Person2#: Yes, you are paying for it, so you get to choose. I would pick the best one.
#Person1#: So, when are you going to inform the owners of my acceptance?
#Person2#: I will call the owners right now. They will be happy to hear the good news. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that the sellers accepted #Person1#'s counter-offer but they want #Person1# to pay for the home inspection. #Person1# agrees as #Person1# can choose the home inspector. |
train_6307 | #Person1#: There's a big problem with my room. I'm in 507.
#Person2#: Would you tell me the nature of the problem, sir?
#Person1#: I have cockroaches crawling in my room.
#Person2#: Perhaps you saw a silverfish, sir.
#Person1#: I've seen nine more cockroaches than I wanted to see.
#Person2#: Sir, you haven't been drinking by any chance, have you?
#Person1#: How dare you question my statement!
#Person2#: Forgive me. You're 100 percent correct. Allow me to transfer you to my supervisor. | #Person1# complains that cockroaches are crawling in his room. #Person2#'ll transfer #Person1# to #Person2#'s supervisor. |
train_6308 | #Person1#: I'd like to order room service to room 202, please,
#Person2#: How can I help you?
#Person1#: I'd like two sandwiches and one green fruit salad, please.
#Person2#: Will that be all, sir?
#Person1#: No. Could you also get some extra towels and soup too? We went to the pool today and used up our two clean towels.
#Person2#: I will have someone bring that up right away. How would like to pay for the dinner?
#Person1#: Just put in on with the rest of my hotel bill.
#Person2#: All right, sir. You would receive dinner in about 15 minutes. | #Person1# tells #Person2# to send dinner, extra towels, and soup to room 202. |
train_6309 | #Person1#: Are there any interesting articles in today's newspapers?
#Person2#: The headlines are all about the presidential election in the united states. Few other stories made the front pages.
#Person1#: Is there anything of interest to us in the business sections?
#Person2#: There's an interesting feature article in the chronicle about doing business in china and the daily news has printed a report about the special economic zone near pairs. We have a subsidiary company l
#Person1#: Are the reports favorable?
#Person2#: Generally, the reporters take positive lines. They do point out a few problems that we need to be aware of, but there's nothing worrying in the reports. In the classifieds, one of our competitors is a
#Person1#: That's interesting. They must be thinking of moving into that market. Are there any interesting editorials?
#Person2#: Not really. They all seem to focus on the election. There have been several letters printed in the chronicle regarding that controversial article on drugs that they printed last week.
#Person1#: I'm not surprised. That article certainly added fuel to the debate. Ok. Thanks. Can you leave two articles and the advertisements with me? I'd like to read them.
#Person2#: Sure. There you are. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the headlines in today's newspaper are all about the presidential election. There's an interesting feature article about doing business in China but there are no interesting editorials. |
train_6310 | #Person1#: The blake's got divorced.
#Person2#: Really? Why?
#Person1#: Mr. black has been getting a little around aside.
#Person2#: I'm surprised. He does't look like a guy who'd ever cheat on his wife, does he?
#Person1#: No, he doesn't. But his wife found out he has been too charming for a long time. Incredibly, he has many different girlfriends. Starting almost right after they married 20 years ago.
#Person2#: Well, I'm really surprised. You are not doing anything behind my back, are you?
#Person1#: No, the only thing I've ever done behind your back is zip you up, besides I told all my other girlfriends, and my wife who's getting suspicious. and we had a cold for a while, tell the
#Person2#: Haha. . . You are not very funny. I guess that means - - except me to tell my lover we have stoped seeing each other too.
#Person1#: You are not funny either. I can't believe I married a woman like you. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the Blacks' got divorced because Mr. Black has many different girlfriends. Then #Person1# and #Person2# make fun of each other. |
train_6311 | #Person1#: what's the cheapest way to go there?
#Person2#: By subway.
#Person1#: Oh, is that right? Is there a subway station near here?
#Person2#: Yes. There's one on the other side of the building.
#Person1#: Good. Can I walk through this building?
#Person2#: I'm afraid you can't. you'Ve to go out there and walk around.
#Person1#: I see. Thank you. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the subway is the cheapest way to get to #Person1#'s destination and directs #Person1# to the station. |
train_6312 | #Person1#: I would like to get some meat today.
#Person2#: What kind do you need?
#Person1#: I need about a pound of ground beef.
#Person2#: The ground beef is $ 2. 48 a pound.
#Person1#: That sounds good.
#Person2#: What else would you like?
#Person1#: I also need three pounds of chicken breasts.
#Person2#: The chicken breasts are $ 4. 05 a pound.
#Person1#: How much will the three pounds of chicken cost altogether?
#Person2#: Altogether, it's going to be $ 12. 15.
#Person1#: That will be all for me.
#Person2#: All right, let me get your meat for you. | #Person1# buys a pound of ground beef and three pounds of chicken breasts from #Person2#. |
train_6313 | #Person1#: Ping-pong must be the top-ranking popular sport in China. It seems to me in every school, factory, army unit, or residential area, men and women, young and old, are swinging paddles.
#Person2#: You got it! In a sense, it has become a byword for Chinese sport.
#Person1#: What do you think might be the source of its popularity?
#Person2#: I think its critical advantage lies in its low cost. All you need is a racket, a table and a light celluloid ball. Tables are usually available in public recreation areas, like finest rooms, and outdoor playgrounds. . .
#Person1#: And sometimes a substitute table can be made out of a few desks.
#Person2#: Put it there! In senior high schools, we used to play on desks in the classroom, when no vacant tables were available. Likewise, the racket may take a variety of forms, too. Anything that resembles a racket, from a plank to cardboard or even a hardcover book, may be used as a racket.
#Person1#: Haha, these are very good inventions. All these speak the public's fondness for the sport
#Person2#: Yeah, the sport is affordable and accessible to every Tom, Dick and Jane in this developing country. No wonder even the state leaders are known to be keen on it.
#Person1#: I know President Hu Into likes playing ping-pong.
#Person2#: Actually, he excels in it. Chairman Mao, too, encouraged the whole nation to play ping-pong as a part of the nationwide body building campaign.
#Person1#: I see. There was also the famous ping pong diplomacy, wasn't there? | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the top-ranking popular sport, ping-pong, in China. #Person2# thinks its critical advantage is the low cost because it just needs a racket, a table, and a ball. #Person1# adds that sometimes substitutes also work. #Person1# and #Person2# say that many leaders are good at it. |
train_6314 | #Person1#: Miss Maggie?
#Person2#: Yes, sir?
#Person1#: Did you speak to Mr. Robinson?
#Person2#: Yes, I did. I asked him to call later. He said he would call again in about an hour.
#Person1#: That's fine. By the way, has Charlie photocopied my report yet? I need it this afternoon.
#Person2#: Not yet. I told him to finish it by 11 this morning.
#Person1#: Good. Did you tell Miss Martin not to call her boyfriend from here?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. I told her not to use the office phone for personal calls. She won't do it again.
#Person1#: I hope she won't. Her boyfriend lives in France!
#Person2#: I'm sure she won't. Is there anything else, Mr. French?
#Person1#: Hmm. Could you bring me a cup of tea?
#Person2#: Sure. | Maggie tells #Person1# she's called Robinson, settled Charlie, and noticed Martin. #Person1# asks Maggie for tea. |
train_6315 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Can I have change for a dollar, please?
#Person2#: Sorry, but I can only give you change if you buy something.
#Person1#: But I only have a dollar on me, and all I need is four quarters.
#Person2#: Sorry, but I don't make the rules. | #Person1# asks #Person2# for a change. #Person2# refuses. |
train_6316 | #Person1#: Hi. How can we help you today?
#Person2#: Yeah. I'd like to get my hair trimmed a little. Nothing fancy. Just a basic trim.
#Person1#: Well, can we interest you in today's special?
#Person2#: Um ... Nah, nah ...
#Person1#: We'll shampoo, cut, (and) style your hair for one unbelievable low price of $9.99 (nine ninety-nine). Plus, we'll give you a clean shave and a back massage to help you relax.
#Person2#: Well, I don't know. I don't have much time, and ...
#Person1#: Best service in town!
#Person2#: Well, okay, I'll have the complete service today, but as I said before, I just want to get my hair trimmed. A little off the top and sides. That's all. I mean, that's all.
#Person1#: No problem. Relax. You're in good hands. Okay, here we go. Now, how does this thing work?
#Person2#: Huh? Wait. You know what you're doing, right?
#Person1#: Relax, sir, relax. I've been doing this for ten [cough] [Ten what?] Sit back and relax. So, what do you do for a living?
#Person2#: I'm a lawyer, specializing in workplace accidents, and I'm in town for a very important job interview, and ...
#Person1#: Oops.
#Person2#: What do you mean oops. Hey, can I see a mirror?
#Person1#: Nothing to worry about, sir. Relax. I'm just making some adjustments to the hair trimmer. There we are. Okay ...
#Person2#: Ouch. That hurt. That really hurt! What are you doing anyway?
#Person1#: Nothing to worry about, sir. Relax.
#Person2#: That's what you just said a minute ago, and look at all of my hair on the floor. And how much are you really cutting off? And where's a mirror?
#Person1#: Oh. And time for the shampoo. Just lean back, and we'll wash your hair away.
#Person2#: You mean what's left of it?
#Person1#: Relax. [Your favorite word ...] Relax.
#Person2#: Hey, hey, and you got shampoo in my eyes. I can't see. Where's the towel?
#Person1#: Relax, sir, relax. I'm almost finished.
#Person2#: Yeah, just wait till I get finished with you!
#Person1#: Okay, okay, now let's dry your hair, put a little styling jell in it, and now style it with a blow dryer, and brush. voila!
#Person2#: Hey, what happened to my hair? You butchered it! And what's left of my hair turned purple. What kind of prank are you trying to pull here anyway? Are you even a licensed beautician?
#Person1#: Well, sir. We offer a money-back guarantee on all our work, so if you're not completely satisfied ...
#Person2#: Satisfied? I'm anything but satisfied. I want to talk to the manager ... now!
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but he's on vacation, and he left me in charge, so if you ...
#Person2#: How in the world am I supposed to go to my job interview looking like this? Forget it, forget it. Is there anyplace in this town that can give a decent haircut and fix this damage?
#Person1#: Well, my brother works next door, and he offers a complete package for ....
#Person2#: I know, nine, ninety-nine. I've had it. Forget I even asked. | #Person2# wants #Person1# to get his hair trimmed a little. #Person1# persuades him to have today's special but #Person1# does the haircut terribly and #Person2# is unsatisfied. |
train_6317 | #Person1#: Would you come to dinner next Sunday?
#Person2#: Sunday? No, I'm sorry. I'm busy on Sunday.
#Person1#: How about Saturday?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd love to. What time?
#Person1#: How about 7:00?
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: Do you know where I live?
#Person2#: Sorry, I have no idea.
#Person1#: I'm on No. 1125, Beijing Road.
#Person2#: I think I can find it. Anything I should bring along?
#Person1#: Oh, just bring yourself. We'll get everything ready.
#Person2#: Thank you for your kindness.
#Person1#: I'll see you then.
#Person2#: Thanks. Goodbye. | #Person1# invites #Person2# to come to dinner next Saturday at 7. |
train_6318 | #Person1#: It's exciting just to think about it. It will be my first trip to Italy, but I may have trouble finding my way around when I'm there.
#Person2#: Don't worry about that. Just give me a call when you arrive. I'll show you the way around. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# may get lost in Italy. #Person2# promises to show #Person1# the way around. |
train_6319 | #Person1#: Where is that?
#Person2#: Take me to the airport, please.
#Person1#: Are you in a hurry?
#Person2#: I have to be there before 17 o'clock.
#Person1#: We'll make it except a jam. You know it's rush hour.
#Person2#: There's an extra ten in it for you if you can get me there on time.
#Person1#: I'll do my best.
#Person2#: Here's twenty dollars.
#Person1#: Do you have small bills?
#Person2#: No. If you can't break it, keep the change. But can you give me a receipt?
#Person1#: Here is your receipt. Thank you. | #Person2# tells #Person1# to take #Person2# to the airport before 17:00 and will give #Person1# an extra ten. |
train_6320 | #Person1#: This is a nice restaurant, isn't it?
#Person2#: It's wonderful. The view is simply beautiful. How did you find this restaurant?
#Person1#: Well, I'm a sophisticated traveler. I know all the great restaurants in the world.
#Person2#: Sophisticated traveler, huh? I bet you picked the first restaurant you found in the guidebook.
#Person1#: I'll pretend I didn't hear that. How's the fish?
#Person2#: Mmm, delicious! Here, have a bite.
#Person1#: Mmm, it's good. Do you want to try some of mine?
#Person2#: OK, just a bit. Oops-I dropped my fork. Excuse me. . .
#Person3#: Yes, is anything wrong?
#Person2#: I dropped my fork. Could you bring me another one, please?
#Person3#: Certainly, ma'am. | #Person1# and #Person2# are having dinner at the restaurant that #Person1# finds. #Person2# drops her fork. #Person3#'ll bring her another one. |
train_6321 | #Person1#: Are you interested in history?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. I enjoyed studying it at school, though I had trouble remembering all the dates, so my teacher never gave me good marks.
#Person1#: I love history, but I've always thought that learning the reasons behind events is more important than remembering exactly when they happened.
#Person2#: I wish you had been my history teacher! I might have got better marks!
#Person1#: Some people say that history repeats itself.
#Person2#: What does that mean? The same events never happen twice, do they?
#Person1#: The idea is that the people and dates change, but the reason why things happen stay the same.
#Person2#: I see. I think I'd agree with that statement. People often seem to make the same mistakes over and over again. | #Person1# and #Person2# both love history. They agree that learning the reasons behind events is more important than remembering exactly when they happened and history repeats itself. |
train_6322 | #Person1#: What's your email address?
#Person2#: It's bluedog123.
#Person1#: Bluedog123. Are you sure that's all?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: No. That's incomplete.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: What's your mailing address?
#Person2#: 456 Cherry Drive, Pasadena, CA 91170.
#Person1#: That's correct.
#Person2#: So what's the problem?
#Person1#: Bluedog123 is just the street. You have to give me the city, state, and ZIP code.
#Person2#: Oh, I get it. My email address is bluedog123@yahoo. com. | #Person1# asks for #Person2#'s email address. |
train_6323 | #Person1#: It was really hard for our parents to save money when they were young.
#Person2#: Most people were living form hand to mouth. How could they?
#Person1#: Yeah. They simply had no extra money to save up or for other things.
#Person2#: Fortunately, things are changing these years. | #Person1# and #Person2# agree that their parents had no extra money to save when they were young. |
train_6324 | #Person1#: How do you know? I thought Taiwanese people didn't have garage sales.
#Person2#: You're right. We're not really into used stuff.
#Person1#: Well, I've grown to like second-hand things. I wouldn't have gotten through university without them!
#Person2#: There aren't many places that sell used things in Taiwan, besides auction websites.
#Person1#: I use those sites. Hey! Let's go check out a flea market later.
#Person2#: Great! I can teach you men a thing or two about shopping! | #Person2# tells #Person1# people in Taiwan are not into used stuff, but there are auction websites. |
train_6325 | #Person1#: When were you bron may I ask?
#Person2#: On 20th May 1963.
#Person1#: Do you know what it was according to the lunar calendar?
#Person2#: 27th day of the fourth month.
#Person1#: By the way, could you tell me when the film will begin?
#Person2#: It will begin at 5 thirty.
#Person1#: I am friaid I can't be there on time.
#Person2#: You can see it tomorrow.
#Person1#: I don't want to miss it today.
#Person2#: See you.
#Person1#: See you. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s birthday and the beginning time of a movie. #Person1#'s afraid #Person1# can't be on time. |
train_6326 | #Person1#: Hi, Bob. Come in! This is my new office.
#Person2#: Wow, it's great. There's so much furniture, a sofa, arm chair.
#Person1#: How about my desk? Isn't it beautiful?
#Person2#: Yes, look at that. Is that a new computer?
#Person1#: Yes, it is. The latest model.
#Person2#: But there aren't any windows here.
#Person1#: No, no. There are some windows. There over there.
#Person2#: Is that New Times Magazine on your desk?
#Person1#: Yes, it is. There are some more copies in the cupboard.
#Person2#: It's a great magazine. I love it.
#Person1#: Yes, lots of good information. Would you like a cup of coffee?
#Person2#: Sure. Is there a coffee maker here, too?
#Person1#: Yes, there is. I have everything in this office.
#Person2#: You're lucky.
#Person1#: Yes, I am. You're welcome anytime. Now, let's make the coffee. | #Person1# invites Bob to #Person1#'s new office. Bob likes that office. |
train_6327 | #Person1#: Did you hear the weather report yesterday evening, Jack?
#Person2#: No. I was preparing for our camping trip then. What will the weather be like on the weekend? I hope we will have a sunny day for camping.
#Person1#: Unfortunately, the report said there will be a cold spring rain. What shall we do?
#Person2#: Don't worry, Lily. Weather reports also make mistakes. Let's wait and see. Maybe the rain will arrive earlier or later than the weekend.
#Person1#: You are always optimistic, but it seems we have no other choices. How I wish the weather would be always warm and sunny as it is today. | Lily tells Jack that the weather report said there will be a cold spring rain this weekend. But Jack is optimistic. |
train_6328 | #Person1#: Concorde college, how can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello, would you put me through to Miss O'Shea? It's Allison Clark calling.
#Person1#: I'm afraid she doesn't seem to be available at the moment, would you like to leave a message?
#Person2#: Yes, please, my name is Allison Clark. I've got an appointment with her at 1:00 tomorrow afternoon. But I'm wondering whether I can change it to 3:00 o'clock. I very much appreciated if she could let me know by noon tomorrow. My mobile number is 07720882704.
#Person1#: Ok, I'll pass your message on to her.
#Person2#: Thank you, bye. | Allison Clark calls to postpone her appointment with Miss O'Shea but Miss O'Shea is not available. #Person1# will pass her message on to Miss O'Shea. |
train_6329 | #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'd probably have 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 tonight to take his mom out to dinner. Susie will go with him and meet #Person1#'s mom. |
train_6330 | #Person1#: Are there running groups in this neighborhood? I've been wanting to run in the mornings, but I don't like to do it alone.
#Person2#: Yeah, there is a group that meets at the park a few blocks from the university. They meet every Sunday morning.
#Person1#: I should join them. I wonder how far they run.
#Person2#: They usually run to the river, about a mile I think.
#Person1#: No, that would be about 3 miles. I usually only run, too.
#Person2#: Well, maybe running with other people will give you more energy. When I bike with others, I always go faster and farther. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that there is a running group in their neighborhood and they usually run to the river. |
train_6331 | #Person1#: Good morning, everyone. In the studio today we have Steve Jackson, who's going to tell us about his recent trip to the Antarctic. So Steve, what was it like? Did you freeze?
#Person2#: No, I didn't. While I was there, the temperature was about 7 degrees and I found it quite comfortable. It can get storming in the Antarctic but the seas were calm.
#Person1#: I guess you should take warm clothes.
#Person2#: Well, you really need that. But what I found most useful was dark sunglasses. The sun can get really strong with the reflection of the snow and the ice.
#Person1#: What were the other passengers like?
#Person2#: All the atmosphere aboard the ship was great. The crews were mainly American and they did their best to get everyone to mix.
#Person1#: Did you come across any people apart from your fellow tourists?
#Person2#: Yes, a few of the scientists at a research station. They gave his coffee and biscuits one morning.
#Person1#: What's your best memory of the trip?
#Person2#: Hard to say really. There are so many. We saw a lot of wildlife, but I guess what I most treasured is the large variety of birds we saw.
#Person1#: I guess the area was totally untouched before the scientists arrived.
#Person2#: Well, actually there used to be a booming fishing industry in the area at one time. But all that's left are some deserted buildings now. No old boats are machines or anything like that, though. | Steve Jackson comes to #Person1#'s studio and introduces his recent trip to the Antarctic. Jackson says the temperature was comfortable and the atmosphere aboard the ship was great. Jackson treasured the view of various birds most. |
train_6332 | #Person1#: This is an interesting project, we have for psychology class.
#Person2#: Interesting. It's going to be a lot of work.
#Person1#: What's so hard about it? We just have to make up a survey questionnaire related to theories from the class.
#Person2#: Making up a survey questionnaire isn't so hard, but we have to find 50 People to fill out the questionnaire and then write up a report, analyzing the data.
#Person1#: It'll be easy to find 50 people to fill out the questionnaire. We can do that in one afternoon at the student center, that actually sounds like fun to me.
#Person2#: That's good, I don't mind preparing the questionnaire and analyzing the data. | #Person1# will find 50 people to fill the questionnaire for their project, and #Person2# will prepare the questionnaire and analyze data. |
train_6333 | #Person1#: I need some mascara. Do you have good thickening mascara?
#Person2#: Of course. Here is our thickening mascara. We also have mascara designed to lengthen the eyelashes.
#Person1#: Alright. And I want to consider your eye shadow too. Do you have a color chart can look at?
#Person2#: 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?
#Person1#: Oh, sure I will need to clean off my own eye shadow first.
#Person2#: I can help you with that.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person1# needs thickening mascara and eye shadow. #Person2# recommends some products and helps #Person1# clean off the eye shadow before sampling them. |
train_6334 | #Person1#: Oh, so the zoo is over there. Thank you so much for your help.
#Person2#: You ' re welcome. Can I ask you what brings you to China?
#Person1#: I ' m actually travelling around Asia.
#Person2#: Oh, very nice. How long will you be in Beijing?
#Person1#: Probably another week.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Well, I ' ll give you my phone number and if you need a guide, please call me.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. That ' s very kind. | #Person1# takes #Person2# to the zoo and is willing to be the guide when #Person2# traveling in Beijing. |
train_6335 | #Person1#: Mr. James. I know that office hour is up now, but could you work during the weekend and finish the translations?
#Person2#: Well, unfortunately I have got something to do this weekend. But let me see...
#Person1#: Oh, I'm sorry. However, if you could help me out, I'll double the pay for the hours worked.
#Person2#: That's very kind of you. How soon do you really need them?
#Person1#: I'll need them for the conference on Monday afternoon. Do you think it can be done by then?
#Person2#: I'll try.
#Person1#: Thank you very much, Mr. James. | #Person1# needs the translations and will double the pay for Mr. James to finish them this weekend. |
train_6336 | #Person1#: Can you speak Japanese?
#Person2#: Yes, I can, but not very well.
#Person1#: Where did you learn it?
#Person2#: At school. And I'm still learning it now.
#Person1#: How long have you been learning it?
#Person2#: About three years.
#Person1#: Can you speak any other languages?
#Person2#: I'm afraid not. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s been learning Japanese at school for three years. |
train_6337 | #Person1#: You're not looking happy. What's the matter?
#Person2#: Oh, nothing special. I'm just a bit tired.
#Person1#: With the job?
#Person2#: With everything, with everybody, with all this!
#Person1#: A good suggestion for you. You need a holiday.
#Person2#: It wasn't always like this, you know.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Well, I mean. We always do the same thing. There's no variety in our lives.
#Person1#: You need a holiday. That's what's the matter.
#Person2#: Certainly, perhaps. | #Person2# is tired of the invariance of life and #Person1# thinks #Person2# needs a holiday. |
train_6338 | #Person1#: Hi Kara, this is Mike.
#Person2#: Hello Mike. How are things going for you?
#Person1#: Great, how are you?
#Person2#: Fine. Everything is just fine.
#Person1#: Kara, I had a great time the other night and was wondering if you would like to go out again this weekend.
#Person2#: Mike, I enjoyed your company, but I am getting ready to graduate soon. I really need to focus on my studies.
#Person1#: Maybe I could help you with what you need to get done.
#Person2#: It would be better for me to just deal with getting my work done, but thank you for a lovely dinner. | Mike invites Kara to go out again this weekend and Kara refuses because she needs to focus on studies. |
train_6339 | #Person1#: Tommy played truant today. His teacher called me this morning.
#Person2#: Where did he go?
#Person1#: I've asked him, but he won't tell me. What should we do about this? He is like you. I remember when we were at the college, you always skipped classes.
#Person2#: Like me? But you see I am so successful now. And if he is really like me, he will be more successful than me in the future.
#Person1#: Stop, stop. . . We are talking about our son's attendance for classes and his study. Maybe we could give him a little bit money to pay to go to school.
#Person2#: Pay him? But he studies for himself, not for you or for me or for anybody else. I got an idea. You should send him to class every morning and after the class begins, you can go to work.
#Person1#: In that way, I'll be late every day. How about letting him go to school on school bus?
#Person2#: That's a good idea. Why have I never thought of that?
#Person1#: That's because I went to school for each class when I was at school. So now I am much more clever than you. | #Person1# and #Person2#'s son, Tommy, played truant today. They are discussing what they should do for Tommy's attendance for classes. Finally, they decide to let him go to school on a school bus. |
train_6340 | #Person1#: What is your greatest strength?
#Person2#: I think I am very good at planning. I manage my time well so that I can always get things done on time.
#Person1#: What is your weakness?
#Person2#: I always give each job my best efforts, so when others are not pulling their weight, I am frustrated.
#Person1#: What is your greatest accomplishment?
#Person2#: I got the Scientific Research Prize from the Gansu government for my achievements in the Northwest Regional Economy Development Research Project.
#Person1#: Can you work under pressure?
#Person2#: Working under pressure is exciting and challenging. I don't mind. In fact, I am very efficient when certain pressure is exerted on the work.
#Person1#: What are the problems you have encountered in your job and how do you solve them?
#Person2#: There was a time when both the clerical assistant and the secretary resigned at the same time. I then had to handle their work temporarily. The workload was incredibly heavy. So I started to set priorities for the jobs and hired part-time staff to handle routine work. Finally, I managed to keep the operation smooth until we found someone to fill the vacancy.
#Person1#: How do you deal with those who you think are difficult to work with?
#Person2#: I stick to my principles and keep to the rules. Sometimes, they just lack enthusiasm and I get them involved with something constructive. Some of them change their attitude later. | #Person1# asks #Person2# some questions including #Person2#'s merits and demerits, greatest accomplishment, whether #Person2# can work under great pressure, what problems #Person2# encountered and how #Person2# solved them, and how to work with difficult people. #Person2# answers them all in detail. |
train_6341 | #Person1#: why are you in such a good mood today?
#Person2#: well, yesterday, I decided to face my fear of heights.
#Person1#: I didn't know you were scared of heights! Was it really bad?
#Person2#: let me put it this way. I've never seen a professional sorts game in a stadium because I could never get myself to walk to the top of the stairs to sit down.
#Person1#: so what did you do about it yesterday?
#Person2#: I went sky-diving!
#Person1#: you're kidding me! that sounds really scary!
#Person2#: It was scary, but it felt great, too.
#Person1#: weren't you scared?
#Person2#: of course I was scared. But I had an instructor that went with me and that helped.
#Person1#: so have you cured your fear of heights?
#Person2#: I think so. After I jumped out of the plane, I realized that I should just enjoy life. Worrying about it or not doing things out of fear is just plain silly.
#Person1#: I'm impressed.
#Person2#: are you scared of anything?
#Person1#: well, sometimes I get scared when I'm in my apartment all by myself.
#Person2#: what do you think is going to happen?
#Person1#: I always worry that the door is unlocked or that a window is open and that a stranger will come in and steal my things.
#Person2#: it sounds like you just need to be more careful. | #Person1# finds #Person2# is in a good mood and #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# went sky-diving yesterday and cured the fear of heights. After that, #Person2# realizes #Person2# should enjoy life. Then #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# fears being alone in #Person1#'s apartment. |
train_6342 | #Person1#: Wow, American football is more exciting than I thought.
#Person2#: You're in America now, my British friend. We just call it football.
#Person1#: Oh, right. So, I can't quite follow what's going on. . . who's winning?
#Person2#: The Giants are up by three points because of the field goal they kicked, but the Redskins have the ball and there pretty close to the end zone.
#Person1#: Wow! What a hit!
#Person2#: Yeah, he tackled him so hard his helmet came off.
#Person1#: Is he ok?
#Person2#: It looks like it, he's getting up.
#Person1#: I guess he hit him too hard ; the referee just called a penalty on the home team.
#Person2#: The Giants?
#Person1#: Yeah.
#Person2#: Well, here we go again.
#Person1#: What happened? Why did everyone get so quiet?
#Person2#: The Redskin's quarterback just threw a touchdown pass for seven points. We're losing again. | #Person1# and #Person2# are watching a football game between the Giants and the Redskin. They take the Giants' side but finally the Redskin win by a touchdown pass. |
train_6343 | #Person1#: I couldn't look at you, and say you aren't beautiful!
#Person2#: You are pretending!
#Person1#: No, Miss Anna, you must let me say how lovely you are! What's wrong with that?
#Person2#: It's wrong because---it isn't true.
#Person1#: You know that everybody notices how beautiful you are, don't you?
#Person2#: Well, no-that is, I've heard Linda say they do, but. . . Thank you. But please don't speak to me again.
#Person1#: Oh, Miss Anna! That's too hard! I won't be here long. | #Person1# keeps saying Miss Anna is beautiful and Anna is shy to hear that. |
train_6344 | #Person1#: Do you like watching the Winter Olympic Games?
#Person2#: Of course. It's the tradition game in winter, and with good reason. Don't you like watching it?
#Person1#: Of course I do. I love it. All the games are exciting and the competitors are respectable.
#Person2#: That's true. For various reasons, it takes more to hold a fierce game for Winter Olympics than it does for Summer Olympics. You know, the low temperature may cause many problems.
#Person1#: Yeah. What's the difference between the Winter Olympics and the Summer Olympics?
#Person2#: When the Olympic Games started in modern times, only summer events were included. When it grew popular, there came the Winter Olympic Games, which includes a variety of winter sports.
#Person1#: I see. Then, what's your favorite winter sport?
#Person2#: Figure skating. In my eye, nothing beats it.
#Person1#: Then you must know Shen Due and Hao Hongbo.
#Person2#: Oh, I didn't expect you to know them. But yes, I love them not only because of many medals they've won, but also because of their spirits.
#Person1#: You should go to talk with May. She is a big fan of them too.
#Person2#: Sure. What about you? What do you like about the Olympics?
#Person1#: For me, the Olympics for the disabled always catches my heart. It makes me understand that perseverance makes the impossible possible.
#Person2#: Hey, young man, you are so deep today.
#Person1#: I always am. You just didn't notice. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the Winter Olympic Games. Both of them like it. #Person2# tells #Person1# the differences between the Winter Olympics and the Summer Olympics. They talk about their favorite sports and share their opinions. |
train_6345 | #Person1#: I wish I knew who had moved our flower pots.
#Person2#: It was me. I am so sorry.
#Person1#: What did you think you were doing?
#Person2#: I had to move it, so that I can get my bike through.
#Person1#: How dare you be so inconsiderate? That's wrong.
#Person2#: I am awfully sorry. I didn't think you would mind so much.
#Person1#: Never do that again.
#Person2#: I promise. | #Person1# thinks it's inconsiderate of #Person2# to move #Person1#'s flower pots to get the bike through and #Person2# feels sorry. |
train_6346 | #Person1#: What's the matter, BOB?
#Person2#: I think it's my ankle.
#Person1#: What happened?
#Person2#: One of my snow-shoes that cause on rocks.
#Person1#: Can you stand?
#Person2#: I don't think so. It's kind of sore.
#Person1#: what I have to give you a hospital for an ex-treat.
#Person2#: It's that really necessary?
#Person1#: It maybe worse than it seems. | BOB cannot stand because his ankle and #Person1# thinks he needs an ex-treat. |
train_6347 | #Person1#: I visited the Polar Aquarium today.
#Person2#: Is it like a zoo of polar animals?
#Person1#: Almost. There are a lot of polar animals sea birds, such as seals, whales and penguins, People don't get much chance of seeing them.
#Person2#: It must have been fun seeing those unusual animals and birds.
#Person1#: Absolutely. To be frank, I learned quite a lot about those animals and polar areas. I'm thinking of my kids there one of these days.
#Person2#: Maybe you should let me know about your plan. I want to take my kids there some day. too. | #Person1# visited the Polar Aquarium and #Person2# thinks it's fun. They both want to take the kids there one day. |
train_6348 | #Person1#: Good evening, sir. Welcome to our restaurant.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Do you have a reservation?
#Person2#: Yes, I do.
#Person1#: May I have your name, please?
#Person2#: Yes, it's Mr. Brown.
#Person1#: Mr. Brown. We were expecting you. This way, please. Will this table be fine?
#Person2#: Oh, this is just fine.
#Person1#: Please take a seat.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Here is the menu. | Mr. Brown comes to the reserved restaurant. #Person1# welcomes him and gives the menu. |
train_6349 | #Person1#: Take care, Peter. Don't run so fast. Are you tired?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. May I sit on the grass?
#Person1#: No, you mustn't sit on the grass. Don't you see the notes?
#Person2#: Yes, I can see it. But what's on it?
#Person1#: It says Keep off the grass!
#Person2#: Well, there's a bench under the tree. We can sit there.
#Person1#: Be careful. You can't smoke here.
#Person2#: Why not?
#Person1#: Can't you see the notes there? It says No smoking here. | #Person1# asks Peter not to sit on the grass nor to smoke because there're notes. |
train_6350 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, how can I help?
#Person2#: Hi there. I'd like to draw some cash from my Fund Account at the Securities Company. Could I check my balance before I withdraw anything?
#Person1#: Of course. Your balance is 92, 320 RMB in your Securities Account. How much would you like to withdraw?
#Person2#: I'd like 20, 000 RIB, please. If that's possible.
#Person1#: No problem. Please fill in this transfer form that will authorise us to send the amount from the Securities Company to your account. | #Person1# serves #Person2# to check the balance and draw some cash from the Fund Account at the Securities Company. |
train_6351 | #Person1#: Good morning, Japan Airline domestic reservations. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I Would like make a reservation to Huston for tomorrow.
#Person1#: The flight to Huston takes off daily every two hours from 6:00 to 11:00 pm. So you don't need a reservation. Seats are available on a'first come, first served'basis.
#Person2#: Oh, that's quite convenient. Thank you. | #Person2# wants to make a flight reservation. #Person1# tells #Person2# there's no need. |
train_6352 | #Person1#: I really want to get something to eat.
#Person2#: What are you going to get?
#Person1#: I don't know what I want to eat.
#Person2#: Well, do you want burgers, English food, or French food?
#Person1#: French food sounds good.
#Person2#: Where are you going to get it from?
#Person1#: I haven't the slightest idea.
#Person2#: I usually get my French food from the Paris.
#Person1#: You like the Paris?
#Person2#: The food there is actually pretty good.
#Person1#: Maybe I'll go there then.
#Person2#: You should. I know you'll like it. | #Person1# wants to get something to eat. #Person2# asks #Person1#'s preference and recommends French food from the Paris. |
train_6353 | #Person1#: Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: I would like to go to Europe for a visit? Can you recommend me an interesting city?
#Person1#: Why not go to Paris? It's famous for Arch of Triumph, Eiffel, versailles and place de la Concorde.
#Person2#: Do you have a package tour to Paris?
#Person1#: Of course, we have. | #Person2# wants to go to Europe and #Person1# recommends #Person2# to visit Paris. |
train_6354 | #Person1#: So how far is the museum, dad?
#Person2#: It is about 10 minutes walk.
#Person1#: Finish your hot chocolate and we will go.
#Person2#: Are we going to come back here for lunch?
#Person1#: No, we will have lunch at the museum cafeteria.
#Person2#: I have finished. We can go now.
#Person1#: Let's go then. On the way we have to turn right and right again at the next junction.
#Person2#: Let's stop at the newsagent, I would like to buy a newspaper. We can also buy postcards for your friends.
#Person1#: Can you see a Post Office somewhere around here?
#Person2#: Yes it is down there, at the end of the road, next to the supermarket.
#Person1#: Oh good we are almost there. The museum is round the corner from the Post Office. | #Person2# takes his son to the museum. On the way, they stop at the newsagent to buy a newspaper and the Post Office to buy postcards |
train_6355 | #Person1#: Where do you live?
#Person2#: I live in Beijing.
#Person1#: What's your permanent address?
#Person2#: My permanent address is Apt. 401, 238 Zhongshan Road, Beijing.
#Person1#: Where is your birthplace?
#Person2#: My birthplace is Suzhou.
#Person1#: Where is your domicile?
#Person2#: My domicile is Beijing.
#Person1#: Give me your telephone number, please.
#Person2#: ( My telephone number is ) 139xxxxx345. | #Person1# asks #Person2# personal information including address, birthplace, domicile, and telephone number. |
train_6356 | #Person1#: We cannot avoid being asked questions in the interview. Sometimes, my mind goes blank.
#Person2#: It is so terrible to be caught unaware.
#Person1#: Admittedly, you can get prepared in advance for the interview, but you cannot cover everything concerned.
#Person2#: Sure. So you should know how to deal with the probable questions and then make flexible reply.
#Person1#: Firstly, your answer should go straight to the point, and be clear and brief.
#Person2#: State your opinion or argument first, and then go on with details.
#Person1#: Never should you give an answer completely beside the point.
#Person2#: If you indeed don't know how to answer, admit it frankly.
#Person1#: Pretending to know when you do not know may expose yourself to ridicule.
#Person2#: Confirm the question if you don't catch it clearly.
#Person1#: Try to avoid the possible duplicate answer if you can.
#Person2#: It can help you leave a deep impression on the interviewer. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about how to prepare the interview in advance. They share their opinions and agree flexible and clear replies should be made to deal with probable questions. |
train_6357 | #Person1#: Come again? What are you talking about? Aren't we on the same team now?
#Person2#: Guess again, Dave. I have no intention of leaving invoking. Never did.
#Person1#: What do you mean? You didn't? Oh, no. . . No!
#Person2#: That's right, Dave. I tricked you into giving a confession. And I've recorded every word of it.
#Person1#: But how? So you knew all along I was with WebTracker? How did you know?
#Person2#: I saw your green post-it notes. Nobody else has them. | #Person2# knew Dave was with WebTracker and tricked Dave into giving a confession and recorded it. |
train_6358 | #Person1#: Did you put this morning's faxes on my desk? I'm waiting for some urgent faxes from headquarters, I'm pretty sure they came in last night.
#Person2#: Everything that came in off the fax machine last night is all on your desk. But I noticed that some of the faxes came through pretty blurred. Maybe you can take a look at them. If the copy is unreadable, I'll call them and ask them to relax.
#Person1#: Yeah, you're going to have to call them and get them to be re-faxed. These copies are so dark, I can't make out any of the words.
#Person2#: What about that one?
#Person1#: This one? This one is so light I can barely read it. How can that be?
#Person2#: You know, I think the fax machine is out of toner, I can change the toner cartridge. That should solve the problem.
#Person1#: Yes, but this one will have to be re-faxed as well. And look, there's about three pages missing! It looks loke the fax machine ate half my important faxes, and the ones that made it through are so blurred or too light, they're unreadable!
#Person2#: I guess the fax machine is out of paper, too. Don't worry, I'll have someone look at it this afternoon, and in the meantime, I'll have your documents re-faxed to our other fax machine. | #Person1# is waiting for some urgent faxed from headquarters, but all the documents are unreadable because the fax machine is out of toner and paper. #Person2# will have someone look at the fax machine and refax the faxes this afternoon. |
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