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train_6459 | #Person1#: You've had a part-time job, haven't you?
#Person2#: Yes, I have.
#Person1#: Could you earn a lot of money?
#Person2#: No, only a little.
#Person1#: Would you like to work this summer to make some extra money?
#Person2#: I think so. | #Person2# wants to work this summer to make extra money. |
train_6460 | #Person1#: I keep feeling dizzy, and I've got a headache.
#Person2#: How long has this been going on?
#Person1#: It started yesterday.
#Person2#: You've been studying too much recently.
#Person1#: I have no other choice. Next month will be the most important exam of this term.
#Person2#: I can understand that. But anyway, you should take better care of yourself.
#Person1#: What should I do now?
#Person2#: I think you should stay in bed for a little while and I will call the doctor.
#Person1#: It's very kind of you. Thank you very much. | #Person1# got a headache and #Person2# is going to call a doctor for #Person1#. #Person1# appreciates it. |
train_6461 | #Person1#: Paul, is that you?
#Person2#: Yes, Mary. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: Sorry to call you. But I just delivered my new computer. I am afraid I can't lift it by myself. Could you give me a hand to get it upstairs?
#Person2#: Sure. Could you just give me a minute to finish off what I am doing?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. But please hurry. The box is getting in the way.
#Person2#: Don't worry. I'll be right down. | Mary asks Paul to help her get the new computer upstairs, Paul agrees to help after finishing his work in a minute. |
train_6462 | #Person1#: Wow! They've got everything here. All the world's famous brands. Aunt Cindy, what is your favorite brand?
#Person2#: I love all the fashionable things. But my favorite brand is Chanel.
#Person1#: Oh, that's a very expensive brand, but with good reason.
#Person2#: Yeah. Each style is specially designed by world's top designers. So they can always make you look amazing.
#Person1#: I see. Come here. The high heels here look really attractive. But I wonder whether it's comfortable to wear any of them?
#Person2#: Not really, especially at the beginning, if you wear high heels all day long, your feet would hurt. But, no big deal. Women can always get used to that.
#Person1#: It's not a simple thing to be beautiful.
#Person2#: Sure. But everyone loves to be beautiful. Hey, do you think this pair of sunglasses matches the handbag well?
#Person1#: Yeah, very tasteful. And with them, you look even more fashionable. Oh, there are so many French perfumers. Oops, perfumes for guys? So strange!
#Person2#: Come on. Fashion is not only for women. Men also share the equal right to chase fashion. It's the new fashion for men to wear perfumes, which is called cologne.
#Person1#: Oh, really, that's really something new. I'm afraid not everyone can accept it.
#Person2#: It takes time for that. But people's consuming attitudes are changing quickly.
#Person1#: That's true. Well, it's obvious that fashion is not a cheap thing. So, do you spend all your money on it?
#Person2#: No. Fashion is just part of my life, which improves its quality. But also, I'm good at financing. I have a credit card, but I never overdraft.
#Person1#: How is it that you are my mom's sis? You two are so different. She always picks up bargains and spends more than she earns. You do so much better than her.
#Person2#: I have to say that's just the result of difference of our consumptive habits. | #Person1# and #Person1#'s aunt Cindy are shopping. Cindy loves chasing fashion and her favourite brand is Chanel. Cindy also shares her attitude to men's perfumes and her consumptive habits which are different from her sister's. |
train_6463 | #Person1#: What did you do over the weekend?
#Person2#: I went a global warming rally. It was fantastic to be around so many people who care about the environment.
#Person1#: Do you think there's anything we can do to reverse the damage that's been done already?
#Person2#: It might not be possible to fix the problems that we've created for ourselves, but there are lots of things we can do to prevent more damages from happening.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: Well, we can use public transport instead of taking our cars for a start.
#Person1#: What else can we do to protect the environment?
#Person2#: If you do have to drive, you should make sure that your car runs on unleaded petrol. Also, your home should use sources of renewable energy.
#Person1#: How about recycling? Does that actually help?
#Person2#: Yes. You should take your glass, paper, plastic, cardboard, and tin cans to a recycling center.
#Person1#: What do you think the biggest worry for our future is?
#Person2#: I think that the issue of greatest concern is having enough sources of clean water for everyone.
#Person1#: I had no idea you were such an environmentalist before!
#Person2#: To be honest, in order for the earth to continue to be a habitable place, we're all going to have to become more interested in the environment. | #Person2# thinks people need to do more, like using public transportation, using renewable energy, and recycling, to prevent more damages from happening so that the earth can continue to be a habitable place. #Person1# is surprised by #Person2#'s expertise. |
train_6464 | #Person1#: Can I borrow your CDs for our school dance?
#Person2#: Oh, you don't ask much, do you?
#Person1#: I promise I will personally guard every single one and they will come back in perfect condition.
#Person2#: I'll tell you what. Your class can rent them from me for the night and buy back any damaged ones.
#Person1#: That sounds fair. That's still cheaper than paying a band to come play for us.
#Person2#: Not as fun though. A live band is way more exciting!
#Person1#: Our class doesn't have enough money. We already checked into it.
#Person2#: Let me know with your next dance. I know a band that may give you a break for the publicity. | #Person1# borrows CDs from #Person2# for the school dance because inviting a band is not affordable. #Person2# promises to give them back in perfect condition; otherwise, his class will buy the damaged ones. |
train_6465 | #Person1#: That is the most boring, typical gift in the world!
#Person2#: I know. But this year I want to get him an interesting tie. Like this one.
#Person1#: That's not exactly a conversation piece. It's so plain.
#Person2#: It's perfect! It's a Dilbert tie!
#Person1#: The diagonal black and red stripes are really conservative though. . .
#Person2#: But watch this. . . it bends upwards, just like Dilbert's tie. There's a wire inside.
#Person1#: A fly-away tie! What a riot! | #Person2# thinks a Dilbert tie is an interesting gift while #Person1# disagrees. |
train_6466 | #Person1#: I heard you are going to move.
#Person2#: Yes, I found a better house near my office. I'm very satisfied with it. But I'm worrying.
#Person1#: What are you worried about?
#Person2#: I'm worrying about how to move all of my household stuff. You know, I have a lot of stuff.
#Person1#: You can call a mover.
#Person2#: How much dose that cost?
#Person1#: Around 200 RMB for a truck.
#Person2#: I think it's a little expensive.
#Person1#: But think about it, you just need to pack your stuff and leave everything for the movers, how much trouble you will save.
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: I know a mover which has a very good reputation for their service. I'll leave you their phone number.
#Person2#: Wonderful.
#Person1#: It's 83576888.
#Person2#: Okay, thanks a lot. You did me a great favor just now.
#Person1#: You're welcome. | #Person2# is going to move. #Person1# recommends a mover with good services to #Person2# and convinces #Person2# it is worth the expensive price. |
train_6467 | #Person1#: Good evening ladies. My name is Josh and I'll be your server tonight. May I take your order?
#Person2#: Do you have any recommendations?
#Person1#: Well, I personally like the chicken penne with cream mushroom sauce, but the prawn fettuccine is also very nice.
#Person2#: Hmm. I'd like to have the grilled chicken, but can I have spaghetti instead of penne?
#Person1#: Of course, mam. And for you?
#Person3#: I . . . ah. . I'll have the horse tripe. | #Person2# asks Josh for some recommendations, #Person2# takes Josh's recommendations partially while #Person3# orders horse tripe. |
train_6468 | #Person1#: How long before we land, do you know?
#Person2#: It's 3:00 o'clock now, so there is still an hour left. Why don't you get some sleep in the mean time? I'll wake you up when we reach Kennedy airport.
#Person1#: OK. I stayed up past midnight writing the report. I'm a bit worn out.
#Person2#: Why don't you put the seat back? You will feel more relaxed. | #Person2# asks #Person1# to get some sleep before landing since #Person1# stayed up late. |
train_6469 | #Person1#: Where will we go during this break?
#Person2#: I was thinking of a place in Mexico. Do you remember when we went to that really hot place several years ago, where the water was almost as warm as the air, and we had a hard time sleeping at night?
#Person1#: Yeah.
#Person2#: I'd like to go back there.
#Person1#: But...
#Person2#: Don't worry though. We went during the summer last time, August I think. This time it'll be winter. It's perfect weather there in January. And we'll be able to watch the whales that live there from December to February. | #Person2# convinces #Person1# to travel to a place in Mexico again because the weather there in January is perfect. |
train_6470 | #Person1#: Hi Mark, how are you?
#Person2#: Great Cindy. What's new? Would you like to come in for coffee?
#Person1#: I'd love to but to tell you the truth I'm right in the middle of making Rachel's birthday cake and I'm out of eggs. Do you think I could borrow a couple.
#Person2#: Oh sure, no problem. How many do you need?
#Person1#: Just two.
#Person2#: Wait a minute, I'll get them. | Cindy borrows two eggs from Mark when she's making a birthday cake. |
train_6471 | #Person1#: Have you ever taken history 231?
#Person2#: Yeah, last term.
#Person1#: Who was the professor?
#Person2#: Professor Johnson.
#Person1#: I have him this semester. What do you think of him?
#Person2#: He's a terrible instructor and demands a lot. But fortunately, we can get high scores easily in his class.
#Person1#: What did you end up getting?
#Person2#: I got an A, but none of my test scores were that high. So I don't know how I got such a good score.
#Person1#: Really? I was about to give it up. After hearing your experience, I think I will continue to stay in the class.
#Person2#: You will get a better grade than your test scores.
#Person1#: Thanks for the information. I feel relieved now. | #Person2# tells #Person1# Professor Johnson is a terrible instructor but students' final scores will be higher than expected. #Person1# feels relieved and decides to stay in the class. |
train_6472 | #Person1#: Good morning. Have a seat.
#Person2#: Good morning. Thank you.
#Person1#: I have your letter here. Your name is Robert Martin, right?
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: And you hope to work here next month?
#Person2#: Yes, Madam, if I can.
#Person1#: Fine. You finished high school a year ago. Why didn't you go to college that year?
#Person2#: Well, I have a sister in college now and there will be another one next year. So I have to make a little money for us.
#Person1#: Good. It seems that you are a good young man. By the way, what's your best lesson in high school?
#Person2#: Physics. I really enjoy it.
#Person1#: That's fine. Have you discussed this with your parents?
#Person2#: Oh, sure. My parents said I should decide it myself.
#Person1#: OK, you can work here, but you better go to college if you have a chance. Good luck, young man.
#Person2#: Thank you, madam. Good bye. | #Person1# asks Robert why he didn't go to college after high school. Robert explains he has to make money for his sisters. #Person1# is satisfied with Robert and offers him the job. |
train_6473 | #Person1#: Anna Cole, I'm so glad that I find myself here with you in the training camp. I imagined the training is pretty hard.
#Person2#: Yes, it is.
#Person1#: Could you please talk to me about your daily training?
#Person2#: OK. I get up about 6:45. I have a very light breakfast at 7:00 and then I get to the pool by 7:30.
#Person1#: I see. How long do you train?
#Person2#: All daytime?
#Person1#: You mean you swim for about 8 hours?
#Person2#: Oh, no. Having trained for about 4 hours. I have lunch and then do track work and body exercises in the afternoon. I suppose I train until 4:00 o'clock in the afternoon.
#Person1#: That's a long day.
#Person2#: It's alright.
#Person1#: What about your free time? What do you do?
#Person2#: Well, I usually watch TV. I like American programs and sometimes go dancing at a nearby club.
#Person1#: Dancing?
#Person2#: Yes, but I go to bed early at most nights.
#Person1#: Thank you, Anna, and good luck to you. | Anna tells #Person1# who she meets in a training camp about her daily training schedule and her activities in her spare time. |
train_6474 | #Person1#: What can I do for you, sir?
#Person2#: I'd like to buy a box of chocolates.
#Person1#: OK. We have dark chocolates, milk chocolates, fruit chocolates and some chocolate with nuts in them. Which kind would you like?
#Person2#: I prefer to buy fruit chocolates, please. My son likes them very much.
#Person1#: All right. Anything else?
#Person2#: Let me see. Oh yes, I want to buy some fruit. Do you have any strawberries? My daughter and my wife like them very much.
#Person1#: Yes, they are over there. You can try one. They are very sweet.
#Person2#: Let me see. Well, they don't look fresh enough. The pears look juicy. I'll take 3 kilos please. How much is the total?
#Person1#: Just a moment, please. 55 yuan for the chocolates, and twenty one for the pairs, that will be 75 yuan in all, please.
#Person2#: Thank you. Here is 100 yuan.
#Person1#: Your change, please.
#Person2#: Thanks. | #Person2# buys his son's favorite fruit chocolates from #Person1#. He buys pears instead of his daughter and wife's favorite strawberries because the strawberries don't look fresh. |
train_6475 | #Person1#: Hey, honey, do you have anything scheduled this weekend?
#Person2#: No, why?
#Person1#: You know Ryan got his knees badly injured while doing warming up exercises. He still stays in a hospital now.
#Person2#: Oh my gosh. He loves soccer so much. Will he give up soccer?
#Person1#: Actually, he will still get involved but won't risk reinjuring his knee. He's considering being a coach.
#Person2#: Shall we go to see him and bring him some flowers as a get well soon present?
#Person1#: Well, the surgery is scheduled for this Friday. He expects to be in the hospital till next Monday. Maybe we could see him on Saturday. But flowers do him no good. Anything practical?
#Person2#: Then, some great chocolate and bread? You know if I were in his shoes, I'd prefer to get away from hospital food.
#Person1#: OK. | Ryan injured his knees, but he will still be involved in soccer as a coach. #Person1# suggests visiting him and taking some presents for him. |
train_6476 | #Person1#: Hello, I really appreciate the opportunity to interview for this position.
#Person2#: I was wondering if you like team projects, or projects that you work on alone.
#Person1#: I like to work on group projects that value and need each individual ' s contributions.
#Person2#: Are you most interested in a good steady job with benefits or one that will allow you to quickly advance?
#Person1#: I have children so a steady job is important but I would like a chance to advance.
#Person2#: How would you feel about relocating to another state?
#Person1#: I could not relocate in the next year, but might be open to it in the future.
#Person2#: Do you know how much this job offers per year?
#Person1#: A minimum of 75, 000 per year.
#Person2#: OK, well, that ' s all I need to know for now. If something comes up, we ' ll be contacting you. | #Person2# is interviewing #Person1#. #Person1# likes team projects, would like a chance to advance, could not relocate in the next year, and knows how much the job offers per year. |
train_6477 | #Person1#: Could you tell me a little about the organization? For example, how big is your workforce here?
#Person2#: Well in total we have around 150 employees based in Hong Kong with another 400 in our head office in Beijing. The news desk staff in Hong Kong comprises around 80 staff.
#Person1#: I see. And how about the working hours?
#Person2#: Well, as you know Rebecca, in journalism work hours are not exactly nine to five. You could be on call at any time. We do have to work very unsociable hours at times.
#Person1#: Well I am used to that, Mr. Parsons, so that ' s not really a shock for me.
#Person2#: Good, as long as you understand that.
#Person1#: And when do you need to fill the vacancy, Mr. Parsons?
#Person2#: Yesterday! But no, we are hoping to start from the beginning of next month.
#Person1#: That sounds ideal. | Mr. Parsons tells Rebecca about their workforce and working hours. He wants Rebecca to fill the vacancy from the beginning of next month. |
train_6478 | #Person1#: Hello. Could you have a taxi pick me up before 10:00 a. m.?
#Person2#: What is your address?
#Person1#: I stay at No. 115 Fucking Road.
#Person2#: OK, a taxi will be there by 9:30.
#Person1#: What are your rates?
#Person2#: It is RMB 10 yuan initially and 2 yuan for each kilometer.
#Person1#: I have a lot of luggage. Will those fit in the taxi?
#Person2#: Take it easy. I'll send a larger to pick you up.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. | #Person2# will send a larger taxi to pick #Person1# up at No. 115 Fucking Road by 9:30. |
train_6479 | #Person1#: Excuse me, i am a new student here. Could you tell me where the English Department is?
#Person2#: It is in that brand new, tall building over there. On the 9th floor.
#Person1#: Where is the school cafeteria?
#Person2#: It is the basement of that red building in front of the tower with big bells.
#Person1#: Where is the Computer Center?
#Person2#: The Computer Center is on the first floor of the library.
#Person1#: Where is the library?
#Person2#: The library is next to the Adminstration Building. The Adminstration Building is over there near the school ' s main entrance. There are school maps for free in the lobby of the Admin.
#Person1#: Thank you. I will go get one.
#Person2#: Sure. Glad to be of service. By the way, my name is Mike Sullivan. You will see me around a lot. I am running for President of the Student Government.
#Person1#: Well, hi! My name is Eve Markowski. I am glad to meet you. With your friendly smile and helpful attitude. I am sure you will win.
#Person2#: Thanks you for the encouragement.
#Person1#: You are welcome. I ' d better go. Goodbye.
#Person2#: Have a good day. Bye-Bye! | Eve Markowski is a new student. Mike Sullivan, who is running for President of the Student Government, tells her the location of the English Department, the school cafeteria, the Computer Center, and the library. Eve thinks Mike will win. |
train_6480 | #Person1#: Jack! You've really done it this time.
#Person2#: What? What happened?
#Person1#: I told you to get this consignment out last week. We can't very well run a light bulb conference without any light bulbs, can we? What am I going to do with you?
#Person2#: Please, give me one more chance. I'll never let it happen again. I'm very sorry.
#Person1#: Well, I guess I could give you one more chance, but this is the last time. In themeantime, I hear that Tom who normally does night shift is taking three weeks'vacation, Can you think of anyone who would be willing to work nights while he is gone?
#Person2#: Um, me?
#Person1#: Bingo! | Jack begs #Person1# for one more chance. #Person1# will give him another chance but asks him to work nights when Tom is gone. |
train_6481 | #Person1#: May, is this the Hall of Ancient China?
#Person2#: Yes. Look at these historical relics here, amazing!
#Person1#: Why are they all in glass boxes?
#Person2#: For protection. Some relics will turn to dust if exposed to air.
#Person1#: So there isn't air in the glass boxes?
#Person2#: No, there isn't. There is a vacuum in every box.
#Person1#: I wonder how old these things are. Thousands of years?
#Person2#: Yeah, they all come from a very ancient time.
#Person1#: Hey, look at the tripod. I've seen it on TV.
#Person2#: It was made 4, 000 years ago. It's priceless! | May and #Person1# are visiting the Hall of Ancient China. May tells #Person1# the glass boxes and the vacuum inside are used to protect historical relics. |
train_6482 | #Person1#: I just called Mr. Smith in Room 201, but there was no reply. Would you find out if he's still staying there?
#Person2#: All right. One moment, please. . . No, Mr. Smith checked out this morning.
#Person1#: Oh, he did? May I have his forwarding address, please?
#Person2#: I'm afraid he didn't leave one. | #Person2# tells #Person1# Mr. Smith has checked out without leaving a forwarding address. |
train_6483 | #Person1#: Good morning. My name is John Smith. I'm an import manager.
#Person2#: How do you do, Mr. Smith? My name is Thou Hong.
#Person1#: Nice to meet You, Ms. Thou. We've learned that you specialize in the export of electronic products.
#Person2#: Will you please take a seat? Mr. Smith, have you seen the display of our electronic products in the exhibition hall downstairs?
#Person1#: Yes. I had a look just now. I found some of the exhibits of excellent quality and beautiful design. I feel we
#Person2#: Sure we can. You know, we've been in this line for more than twenty years.
#Person1#: So, Ms. Thou, we're a newly-established company, but we have wide connections with wholesalers and retailers all over America.
#Person2#: Good. We can hold more talks later on to iron out the details.
#Person1#: Sure. | John Smith and Thou Hong agree to cooperate to import and export electric products. They will hold more talks later to iron out the details. |
train_6484 | #Person1#: Is there any cable for the Internet?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: How much do I need to pay for it?
#Person2#: Nothing. The landlord pays.
#Person1#: Is there a mailbox in the apartment?
#Person2#: Yes. Each apartment has one.
#Person1#: Are there any parking lots for the tenants?
#Person2#: Yes. But you need to pay $ 60 for it each month.
#Person1#: Is there an alarm system in the apartment?
#Person2#: Yes. We set up the new alarm system a few months ago.
#Person1#: Who will take responsibility for the heating system if it has a problem?
#Person2#: Of course we do. It is the landlord's responsibility.
#Person1#: Are smoke detectors provided?
#Person2#: Yes. | #Person1#, the tenant, asks #Person2# about the facilities of the house and the responsibilities of maintaining the heating system. |
train_6485 | #Person1#: You won't believe who's been elected to do overtime on the Baker account! Me! I'Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime!
#Person2#: Wow! Why so much? I thought they were getting you an assistant.
#Person1#: They were supposed to, but so far nobody's turned up, and I'm left on my own to do the work. This is the first break I'Ve had all day.
#Person2#: They're really running you into the ground. Why don't you ask for some time off? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere.
#Person1#: You won't believe who's been elected to do overtime on the Baker account! Me! I'Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime!
#Person2#: Wow! Why so much? I thought they were getting you an assistant.
#Person1#: They were supposed to, but so far nobody's turned up, and I'm left on my own to do the work. This is the first break I'Ve had all day.
#Person2#: They're really running you into the ground. Why don't you ask for some time off? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere.
#Person1#: You won't believe who's been elected to do overtime on the Baker account! Me! I'Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime!
#Person2#: Wow! Why so much? I thought they were getting you an assistant.
#Person1#: They were supposed to, but so far nobody's turned up, and I'm left on my own to do the work. This is the first break I'Ve had all day.
#Person2#: They're really running you into the ground. Why don't you ask for some time off? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere. | #Person1# has already logged in 20 hours of overtime. #Person2# suggests #Person1# ask for some time off. |
train_6486 | #Person1#: What may I do for you?
#Person2#: I need to get a passport.
#Person1#: You will need to apply for one.
#Person2#: When will I be able to do that?
#Person1#: You can do it right now, if you'd like.
#Person2#: That's fine.
#Person1#: Please fill out this application.
#Person2#: Then what do I do?
#Person1#: I just need to take your picture.
#Person2#: How long will it take for my passport to be ready?
#Person1#: You will get it in a few weeks.
#Person2#: That's perfect. | #Person1# helps #Person2# to apply for a passport. #Person2# will get it ready in a few weeks. |
train_6487 | #Person1#: I have lots of friends.
#Person2#: Really? How many do you have?
#Person1#: I don't know, maybe one hundred.
#Person2#: That is a lot of friends. Do you have a best friend?
#Person1#: Of course. I have lots of best friends.
#Person2#: How many best friends do you have?
#Person1#: I think about twenty-five.
#Person2#: Hmm. I have only one best friend.
#Person1#: I feel sorry for you.
#Person2#: I have only a few friends.
#Person1#: You must be lonely. I will share my friends with you.
#Person2#: That's very nice of you. | #Person1# has many friends, while #Person2# has only a few friends. #Person1# will share #Person1#'s friends with #Person2#. |
train_6488 | #Person1#: For our lunch meeting with the investors, do we have to make a reservation at the restaurant or do we just show up?
#Person2#: Usually for lunch, we don't have to reserve a table, they should allow walk-ins. But to be on the safe side, I'll order a table for half-past twelve. Will that suit your schedule?
#Person1#: I've arranged to meet them at the restaurant at twelve. Can you make the reservation a little earlier? If we start earlier, it will give us more time for a longer lunch.
#Person2#: Are you planning on treating the investors to a full-course meal?
#Person1#: Yes, we'll start with appetizers, follow with a soup and salad course, then main dishes of prime RMB or cordon bleu chicken, and finish up with a delicious rich dessert of some sort.
#Person2#: That'll be pretty heavy for a mid-day meal, don't you think?
#Person1#: As along as we stay away from anything alcoholic, we should be okay.
#Person2#: With your prime RMB and chicken choices, you'd better hope nobody's vegetarian.
#Person1#: We can make some special arrangement if we need to. After all, it's the company who is footing the bill. | #Person2# will reserve a table for a lunch meeting. #Person1# asks #Person2# to make it earlier and is planning a full-course meal without alcoholic. #Person2# reminds #Person1# to pay attention to vegetarians. |
train_6489 | #Person1#: I want to buy a parking permit, please.
#Person2#: Are you a full-time student or do you attend part-time in the evenings?
#Person1#: I attend both day and evening classes.
#Person2#: Will you be riding a motorcycle or do you drive a car?
#Person1#: I ride a motorcycle.
#Person2#: That permit will run twenty-five dollars ; will that be cash or credit card?
#Person1#: I'll use a credit card, thank you.
#Person2#: Do you need a second permit for a car?
#Person1#: No, just the motorcycle permit.
#Person2#: Fine, here it is and have a great semester! | #Person1# needs a motorcycle parking permit for both day and evening classes and buys it with #Person2#'s assistance. |
train_6490 | #Person1#: How time flies!
#Person2#: Bill and Betty have already grown up.
#Person1#: I can still remember our first date.
#Person2#: Look at that big tree over there.
#Person1#: Yeah, oh my god! It's still there. We have our first date right on there.
#Person2#: Do you know that I fell in love with you at the first sight then?
#Person1#: You seemed to be dull at that time.
#Person2#: But you agreed to go out with me at last.
#Person1#: ( Smile ) I can't believe this for it's been 20 years since we got married.
#Person2#: So do you feel happy now?
#Person1#: I couldn't have been any happier!
#Person2#: Of course, we are the happiest family in the world. | #Person1# and #Person2# are recalling the past. They still feel happy as a family after getting married for 20 years. |
train_6491 | #Person1#: Jack, what's wrong?
#Person2#: You!
#Person1#: What are you talking about? What did I do?
#Person2#: You told Martha that I was on a date? What was that all about?
#Person1#: No. . . that's not what I meant. I didn't mean that. She asked me where you were and I jokingly said that you were on a date with Sara. I thought Martha knew that you and Sara were just friends.
#Person2#: She started feeling suspicious after you said that.
#Person1#: I'm sorry man. I didn't know. I didn't mean to screw anything up.
#Person2#: Martha gets jealous easily and it took a while to convince her that Sara was just a friend. Now, I have to explain to Sara that I can't hang around her because of you.
#Person1#: Look. I really didn't mean to, and next time I see Martha, I'll really tell her that you and Sara are really just friends.
#Person2#: Don't bother. | Jack is angry with #Person1# because #Person1# jokingly told Martha that Jack was on a date with Sara and Martha felt suspicious. #Person1# wants to make it up but Jack refuses. |
train_6492 | #Person1#: Do you know something about Mount Tai?
#Person2#: Yes. But not too much. It is considered as the head of five sacred mountains in China.
#Person1#: Five sacred mountains? Why people call them so?
#Person2#: Because in history, the Chinese emperors used to climb onto these mountains and pay tribute to their ancestors and pray for good harvest and prosperity for the whole nation.
#Person1#: Got it. Can we see any things left by them?
#Person2#: Definitely. There are many wall paintings and inscriptions on the huge rocks on the mountain.
#Person1#: I want to see them. How can I go there?
#Person2#: That is easy. You can go directly to Tai'an city and buy a ticket to Mount Tai. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about Mount Tai, including its history and the historical relics. #Person1# wants to visit it. #Person2# tells #Person1# how to go there. |
train_6493 | #Person1#: Excuse me! Are you Bart Simpson from Western Electronics?
#Person2#: Yes, I am.
#Person1#: I am Steven. I am here to meet you.
#Person2#: Thank you for meeting me at the airport, Steven.
#Person1#: You must be tired after the long flight. Let me carry the bags for you.
#Person2#: Thanks. Where is our car?
#Person1#: Our car is in the parking lot. We've booked a room for you. I will take you to the hotel soon. Let's go.
#Person2#: OK. Let's go. | Steven comes to meet Bart Simpson at the airport and will take him to the hotel. |
train_6494 | #Person1#: I hate this kind of weather!
#Person2#: When I was a kid, there was a weather who said there is no such thing as bad weather.
#Person1#: I think he had water on the brain. This is bad.
#Person2#: He said there are only all kinds of good weather.
#Person1#: Okay, Pollyanna, what's so good about this weather?
#Person2#: Well, for one, we have an excuse to stay home.
#Person1#: We'get'to stay home? Do you know something that I don't?
#Person2#: I know that there is hot chocolate in the kitchen and some new Cds just waiting for us. | #Person1# hates this kind of weather but Pollyanna tries to find something good about this weather. |
train_6495 | #Person1#: Elegance Hotel, is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: Hello, I would like to make a reservation for four nights next week, from Tuesday to Friday.
#Person1#: All right, single or double room?
#Person2#: Single room with a bath room, please. I would like a room with a view of the whole city.
#Person1#: All right. We have a single room available right now.
#Person2#: What's the rate, please?
#Person1#: 578 yuan a night, plus VAT, including air-conditioner and TV.
#Person2#: Does that include breakfast? Can I make calls on outside line?
#Person1#: Yes, it includes English breakfast. For the phone, I am afraid you can not.
#Person2#: OK, that's fine. Could you hold it for me?
#Person1#: Would you like to confirm the reservation? | #Person2# wants to make a reservation at the Elegance Hotel for four nights next week. #Person1# tells #Person2# about the rate and the facilities. |
train_6496 | #Person1#: Please come in and sit down. I'm happy to finally meet you.
#Person2#: Same here, Ms. Drake. I've been looking forward to this.
#Person1#: I'm sorry I kept you waiting.
#Person2#: No, no, no, not at all, you were right on time. I was early. I hope I didn't rush you. I'm glad for the opportunity to interview with you.
#Person1#: Thank you. Can I get you some coffee or a cup of tea?
#Person2#: I'm fine, thank you.
#Person1#: Good, then let's get to the interview.
#Person2#: Great, that's why I'm here. | Ms. Drake and #Person2# greet each other. They will get to the interview. |
train_6497 | #Person1#: May I help you, Miss?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm excited to hear about your new product.
#Person1#: OK. I'm sure you will love what this new automatic answering system can do for your business.
#Person2#: Yes. I've heard a lot about it.
#Person1#: Watch our computer demonstration, please. You'll be convinced that our product is superior. ( After the demonstration )
#Person2#: Yes, I would have to agree with you. It seems to offer more options than the others. But new product sometimes has a few troubles. How about yours?
#Person1#: Our systems are 100 % trouble-free.
#Person2#: How do you ensure quality?
#Person1#: Any of our new products shall go through a 1-3 month testing period.
#Person2#: Are your prices negotiable?
#Person1#: Yes, our prices are negotiable, but our quality is not.
#Person2#: What happens if I am not satisfied with my purchases?
#Person1#: Your satisfaction is guaranteed, or we refund your money.
#Person2#: I see. But I have to discuss it over with my boss before I make a decision.
#Person1#: OK. I hope you will be in touch with me shortly. | #Person1# introduces their new automatic answering system to #Person2# and guarantees its quality. #Person2# asks about the price and refund policies and will discuss it over with her boss before she makes a decision. |
train_6498 | #Person1#: How is your English ability?
#Person2#: Not bad. I'm proficient in both written and spoken English.
#Person1#: Could you tell me something about your English education?
#Person2#: I studied English in junior and senior high school. And in college, I took English conversation lessons. They were given by foreign tutors.
#Person1#: Have you passed College English Test Band 4 or Band 6?
#Person2#: Band 6.
#Person1#: Great. Can you file in English?
#Person2#: I'm afraid I can't, but I'd be glad to learn.
#Person1#: You would be using a lot of English in this job. Can you manage English conversation?
#Person2#: Yes, I think I can. I often talk to foreigners at English corner held twice a week at my college. They say my English is pretty good.
#Person1#: Excellent. How is your English ability in reading and writing?
#Person2#: I have been attending an evening course in English writing for 2 years and I often read novels, magazines and newspapers in English.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. | #Person1# asks about #Person2#'s English ability. #Person2# is proficient in both written and spoken English and tells #Person2#'s English education. #Person2# has passed College English Band Test 6 and can manage English conversation. |
train_6499 | #Person1#: How do you use an ATM card, Billy?
#Person2#: It's easy, grandpa. Insert you card into the machine here. Then wait a moment. OK. Now you enter your PIN. It should have four numbers.
#Person1#: Oh yes. I'Ve got it written down here. Just a minute.
#Person2#: You really shouldn't write it down. You should memorise it. You can change it to a more convenient number if you like.
#Person1#: OK, I'Ve entered my PIN. There are several options on the screen. I guess I just choose which service I want, don't I?
#Person2#: Yes. Choose the service you need to use. If you choose to withdraw money, the machine will ask you how much you want.
#Person1#: I can just enter the amount using the key, right?
#Person2#: That's right. Give the machine a moment to process you request. Then take your money.
#Person1#: These machines aren't very difficult to use. In fact, I quite like them. They are much faster than dealing with a band clerk. | Billy teaches #Person2#, his grandpa, to use an ATM card and advises him to memorize his PIN instead of writing it down. #Person2# thinks the machines aren't very difficult to use. |
train_6500 | #Person1#: I need to see if I qualify for a home loan.
#Person2#: I can help you. How much money do you make per year?
#Person1#: I make around one hundred thousand dollars per year.
#Person2#: How long have you been on your current job?
#Person1#: I have only worked at this job for 6 months, but I have a longer job history elsewhere.
#Person2#: Do you have any other outside income from rental property or a trust?
#Person1#: No, I only receive my salary.
#Person2#: Do you know your credit score?
#Person1#: I think that it is around 600.
#Person2#: By crunching the numbers and putting in your expenses, I estimate that you can afford a house of around five hundred thousand dollars. | #Person2# asks about #Person1#'s job history, income, and credit score and estimates that #Person1# can afford a house of around five hundred thousand dollars. |
train_6501 | #Person1#: Excuse me, what's the screen near your steering wheel for?
#Person2#: It's a portable TV. It's a popular thing now.
#Person1#: Oh, that's new to me. So what's on everyday?
#Person2#: News about current affairs, documentaries, music, movies, noncommercial ads and so on.
#Person1#: Is there anything interesting?
#Person2#: Yes, there are something good and informative. I think that many people underestimate the value of TV in education.
#Person1#: I agree. Are there any commercials on the TV?
#Person2#: Of course. Because the TV stations need to make money from commercials between the programs.
#Person1#: That makes a lot of sense. Does the TV work well?
#Person2#: Not always. It depends on the transmission of the satellite signals.
#Person1#: I got it. Do you pay for the programs?
#Person2#: Yes, 50 Yuan per month.
#Person1#: It is a little bit expensive, but it's worth it.
#Person2#: Yeah. You know driving is boring. TV can get me out of the fatigue of driving.
#Person1#: It can also entertain your passengers like me.
#Person2#: That's the point. | #Person1# is curious about the screen near the steering wheel. #Person2# tells #Person1# it's a portable TV and introduces its programs and how it works to #Person1#. They agree it's entertaining. |
train_6502 | #Person1#: May I come in?
#Person2#: Yes, please.
#Person1#: How are you doing, sir?
#Person2#: Fine, thank you. Are you coming for the interview as a secretary? What's your name?
#Person1#: Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Li Hua. Nice to meet you.
#Person2#: Nice to meet you, too. Miss Li. please have a seat. I am Peter Smith, the General Manager. | Li Hua comes to Peter Smith for the interview as a secretary. |
train_6503 | #Person1#: I am having some plumbing problems and need them fixed.
#Person2#: What exactly is wrong with the plumbing?
#Person1#: The toilet flushes really slowly.
#Person2#: Are there any problems with the plumbing in the kitchen?
#Person1#: Both the kitchen and the bathroom plumbing are messed up.
#Person2#: How long have you had these problems?
#Person1#: It has been going on for a while, but just started to get worse this morning.
#Person2#: I will send someone out to take a look at the problem. Will you be home this afternoon?
#Person1#: Yes, I will be home this afternoon.
#Person2#: Fine. I will be there around two. If someone is not there, I will use my key to get in. | #Person1# is having some plumbing problems in the kitchen and the bathroom. #Person2# will send someone to take a look this afternoon. |
train_6504 | #Person1#: Well, Miss Liu, I've enjoyed talking with you. Thank you for your interest in this job.
#Person2#: It's my honor, Mr. Mike. By the way, how can I know whether I am accepted or not?
#Person1#: We hope to make a decision in the next few days. We'll notify you of our decision by mail, is this convenient for you?
#Person2#: Yes. Thank you very much. I am looking forward to hearing from you.
#Person1#: Good luck to you, good-bye.
#Person2#: Good-bye. | Mr. Mike tells Miss Liu they will notify her of their decision by mail. |
train_6505 | #Person1#: Good morning, Mr. Bell. How are you today? Are you here to sort out your L / C documents?
#Person2#: Yes. I've been through them and there's a problem, a rather major discrepancy actually. You see? It should be KN509.
#Person1#: I see, here it says KM509.
#Person2#: Exactly, if we accept these it could cause a lot of problems in our record and our accounts system because the numbers don't match.
#Person1#: Yes, I see what you mean. You need to reject these documents. | Mr. Bell finds a problem in the L/C documents. #Person1# suggests he reject them. |
train_6506 | #Person1#: These vegetables taste very sweet.
#Person2#: Sure, I planted them. They're organic.
#Person1#: Really? Dad, how do you know how to plant organic vegetable?
#Person2#: Well, it's a secret.
#Person1#: Dad, come on! Just tell me.
#Person2#: Well, honey, I can teach you how to plant them if you want to learn. | #Person1# is curious about how #Person2# knows how to plant organic vegetables. |
train_6507 | #Person1#: So am I on the right road to Piccadilly Circus?
#Person2#: I think so, ' cause I remember the policeman told me this is the very way.
#Person1#: What did he say?
#Person2#: Just head straight up the street about two blocks and then turn left.
#Person1#: That's it. I think we're one block beyond. | #Person1# and #Person2# think they are on the right road according to the policeman's words. |
train_6508 | #Person1#: Hello!
#Person2#: Hello! May I speak to Mr. White?
#Person1#: Speaking.
#Person2#: This is Michael's mother. I want to ask for two days' leave for him.
#Person1#: Oh, what's the matter with him?
#Person2#: He has a bad cold. I want to take him to see a doctor.
#Person1#: I'm sorry to hear that. I hope he will get well soon. | Michael's mother calls Mr. White to ask for two days' leave for Michael because Michael has a bad cold. |
train_6509 | #Person1#: Hello, this is Freda speaking.
#Person2#: Hello, Freda. It is me-Steven. I was wondering if you'd like to watch football games with me.
#Person1#: Yes, I'd like to. But when?
#Person2#: Well, how about Friday evening?
#Person1#: Oh, I'm afraid I can't. I've got to work until 9 o'clock.
#Person2#: Oh, what a pity!
#Person1#: But what about Saturday evening? I'm free then.
#Person2#: Yes, Saturday evening would be fine.
#Person1#: Oh, good. What time shall we meet?
#Person2#: Shall we say a quarter to seven?
#Person1#: Right. I'll see you then. | Steven invites Freda to watch football games together. They agree on watching it on Saturday evening. |
train_6510 | #Person1#: I've given you a corner room on the fifth floor with a nice view of the park. Shall I send your luggage to your room?
#Person2#: No, that's all right. I haven't got any. I wasn't intending to stay the night in town, but I missed my plane. By the way, do you happen to have a store? I need a toothbrush and some envelopes.
#Person1#: We have one on the left of the hall, but it is already closed.
#Person2#: I really need these things. Is there a store anywhere that's open at this hour?
#Person1#: Certainly, that's not difficult. Just ten minutes walk. There is one open 24 hours. Turn right when you leave the hotel. Go to the second stoplight and turn left. You'll the store on the right hand side of the road. | #Person2# missed #Person2#'s plane and has to stay the night at #Person1#'s hotel. #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person2# can get envelopes and a toothbrush from the store open at this hour and shows #Person2# the way. |
train_6511 | #Person1#: Rebecca, I've come to say sorry to you.
#Person2#: Why, Peter?
#Person1#: I can't find the dictionary you lent me.
#Person2#: Don't worry, Peter. Maybe someone is using it now.
#Person1#: But nobody is in the classroom now.
#Person2#: Well, nothing serious, Peter. It's only an old dictionary.
#Person1#: I'll buy a new dictionary for you.
#Person2#: No, I won't hear of that. If I need a new dictionary, I'll buy one myself.
#Person1#: I'm sorry for being so careless.
#Person2#: It doesn't matter. Let's talk about something else. | Peter apologizes to Rebecca because he can't find the dictionary she lent him. Rebecca tells him it doesn't matter. |
train_6512 | #Person1#: Good morning. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I wonder if you have a one-bedroom apartment to rent.
#Person1#: Let me check. Yes, we have one. It's on Nanjing Street, near a shopping center and a subway station.
#Person2#: Sounds nice. Does it face south?
#Person1#: Well. the bedroom faces east and the living room north. But it looks out on a beautiful park.
#Person2#: Mmm, is the living room large?
#Person1#: Yes. it's quite big. And there's a small kitchen and a bathroom as well. It's very comfortable.
#Person2#: Well, what's the rent per month?
#Person1#: 800 yuan.
#Person2#: Mmm. it's more than I have in mind. Let me think it over. I'll call you back in a day or two.
#Person1#: Certainly. | #Person2# wants to rent an apartment. #Person1# recommends one and introduces its location, orientations, rooms, and rent. #Person2# thinks it's expensive and will think it over. |
train_6513 | #Person1#: Oh, I wish we had taken the lift.
#Person2#: Cheer up. It's already on the 8th floor.
#Person1#: But I am really tired out.
#Person2#: Just think it's helpful for our health.
#Person1#: Possibly, but if I know it was so far up, I wouldn't have suggested walking. | #Person1# is tired out when walking the stairs. #Person2# cheers #Person1# up. |
train_6514 | #Person1#: Hello, Jim. Where are you going?
#Person2#: To the cinema. What about coming with me?
#Person1#: No, thanks. I'm going home. My friend's expecting me.
#Person2#: What a pity! I believe it's a very good film.
#Person1#: Do you go to the cinema a lot?
#Person2#: Once a week. Most nights I sit at home and watch TV.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. By the way, where are you going for your holidays this year?
#Person2#: I don't know yet. My wife's going to her mother's for a couple of weeks. She lives by the sea, you know.
#Person1#: Oh, does she? That's convenient.
#Person2#: Yes, but I want to go to the country.
#Person1#: Don't you like the sea?
#Person2#: Yes, very much. But I need peace and quiet when I'm on holiday. | Jim is going to the cinema and invites #Person1# to join him but #Person1# is going home. They then talk about where to go for the holidays. |
train_6515 | #Person1#: Good morning, I'm one of the students who rented your flat. It's 55 Park Road.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. Everything all right?
#Person1#: Not exactly. I'm afraid there are a couple of problems.
#Person2#: Oh! I'm sorry to hear that. What kind of problems?
#Person1#: Well, we haven't had any hot water for a couple of days now. I wonder if you could send someone to have a look at it.
#Person2#: Of course. I'll get someone to come around at the weekend.
#Person1#: Well, could he come around a bit sooner? I don't think we can manage until the weekend.
#Person2#: I see. Okay. I'll send someone over this afternoon then.
#Person1#: There's also the matter of the fridge. We all assumed there would be one in the flat when we moved in, because that's what we read from the advertisement in the newspaper.
#Person2#: Ah, yes. Sorry about that. I got rid of the old fridge, but I didn't get around to ordering a new one yet. I'm really sorry. I'll order one today and get it delivered to you tomorrow.
#Person1#: We bought one on the Internet actually. But could you pay us back?
#Person2#: Of course. Just tell me how much you paid for it.
#Person1#: It's 260 pounds. Thank you. | #Person1# has a couple of problems with the flat. #Person1# hasn't had hot water for a couple of days and there wasn't a fridge as it had been advertised. #Person2# will send someone over this afternoon and promises to pay #Person1# for the new fridge. |
train_6516 | #Person1#: I really need a vacation. I just can't decide where to go.
#Person2#: Have you ever been to Curacao?
#Person1#: No, I haven't. It's so far.
#Person2#: Oh, come on! In this day and age, nothing is far. Besides, once you get there, it's like being in paradise. I really think you should consider it. In fact, I suggest you ask your travel agent about it.
#Person1#: What's so great about Curacao? It's just another tropical island with a pretty beach.
#Person2#: Just another tropical island? Bright sunny days with blue water rolling upon to the clean white sand. Gentle winds blowing through the palm trees of clear move at night. Come on! It's a tremendous place to go.
#Person1#: Oh, I don't know.
#Person2#: Look! You can go wherever you want. But it's important that you relax during your vacation. And Curacao is the perfect place for that. I mean, you can do all the things you like to do. Play tennis, swim, read, rest, not to mention eat well and get a great suntan. Why are you so hesitant? Come on! Be adventurous.
#Person1#: You're certainly making it sound better by the minute. OK, maybe I'll check it out with my travel agent.
#Person2#: I suggest you hurry. This is a very busy time of the year. And reservations aren't always easy to get. And it is absolutely necessary that you have reservations. | #Person1# can't decide where to go on vacation. #Person2# strongly recommends Curacao and tells #Person1# it's the perfect place to relax. #Person1# finally decides to check it out with #Person1#'s travel agent and #Person2# suggests #Person1# hurry. |
train_6517 | #Person1#: I'm going to Chicago, Granny.
#Person2#: Why won't the car go? What's wrong with the car?
#Person1#: Nothing. (louder) I said that I was going to Chicago, in America.
#Person2#: I know where Chicago is. When do you leave?
#Person1#: Oh 5th May. The course will start the next day, 6th May.
#Person2#: You're feeling sick today? Have you seen a doctor?
#Person1#: No, I'm not sick. (louder) I said that the course would start on May 6th. The course ends two weeks later on May 20th.
#Person2#: How many other young people are going on this course?
#Person1#: 24.
#Person2#: I'm sure there are plenty more, but how many?
#Person1#: (louder) I said 24, Granny.
#Person2#: I see. What will you have to take?
#Person1#: I'll have to take lots of warm clothing.
#Person2#: Nothing? You have to take nothing? What about clothes?
#Person1#: (shouting) I said that I would have to take warm clothing! It's cold there!
#Person2#: If you're cold, put the heater on. There's no need to shout. I'm not deaf! | #Person1# tells Granny #Person1# is going to Chicago on 5th May to take a course and will bring warm clothing, but Granny can't hear it very clearly so #Person1# keeps repeating loudly. |
train_6518 | #Person1#: Would you like another piece of chicken?
#Person2#: Yes, please. It's delicious. Did you cook it in Qianmen. How about some sandwiches?
#Person1#: Oh, no. It's Kentucky Fried Chicken. I bought it in Qianmen. How about some sandwiches?
#Person2#: Well, just one, please. Hmm, it's nice! You bought them in Kentucky Restau-rant al- so, didn't you?
#Person1#: Yes, I did. Let me give you some more chicken. There's plenty more.
#Person2#: No, thanks. I'm full I'd like a cup of tea, please.
#Person1#: Ok. Here you are.
#Person2#: Thank you. What a delicious supper! | #Person1# bought Kentucky Fried Chicken in Qianmen. #Person2# thinks the chicken and the sandwiches are delicious. |
train_6519 | #Person1#: May I recommend you Tsingtao beer?
#Person2#: Tsingtao beer?
#Person1#: Yes, sir. It's one of the best beers in China.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: Yes. The beer is brewed by using carefully selected malts, rice, hops and natural water from the Lao Mountain.
#Person2#: How about its taste?
#Person1#: Fine, sir.
#Person2#: That sounds great. Two Tsingtao beers, please.
#Person1#: Tin or bottle?
#Person2#: Tin, please.
#Person1#: Would you like it on the rocks, sir?
#Person2#: No, thank you.
#Person1#: You're welcome. | #Person1# recommends Tsingtao beer to #Person2#. #Person2# takes two tins of it. |
train_6520 | #Person1#: Hello, China Travel Agency. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to travel to London. So I want to make a reservation for me on May fourth.
#Person1#: Just a moment, please. I'm sorry, but the flights are fully booked on that day. The next available flight is on May fifth. They have 2 flights: one at 9:30 AM and the other at 2:00 PM. Both flights have seats available.
#Person2#: That's great. I'd like to take the first available flight. What's the fair, please?
#Person1#: 2250 yuan.
#Person2#: Here is 2300 yuan.
#Person1#: Thank you. Here's the change for you and here are the ticket and receipt. Have a good time! | #Person2# reserves a ticket to London on May fifth at 9:30 AM and pays 2250 yuan for it with #Person1#'s help. |
train_6521 | #Person1#: I'm sorry I'm late, Cindy.
#Person2#: That's alright, Joe. My house isn't that easy to find. But you know, you wouldn't have gotten lost if you had a smart car.
#Person1#: A smart car? What's that?
#Person2#: I just read a magazine article about some new technology that can make a car smart, that something like a GPS with a map display and a voice. You just enter the address where you want to go and the voice tells you how to get there street by street.
#Person1#: Hey. That's just like my brother. He never gets lost and he's always telling me the best route. So what else will smart cars be able to do?
#Person2#: Well. The article said that they'll be equipped with warning systems that will warn drivers if they're getting too close to other cars with an alarm signal. And they'll even put on the brakes if the drivers don't.
#Person1#: It seemed to be reported on TV, too. Tell me, Cindy, will these cars be smart enough to fill themselves up with gas?
#Person2#: Not that I know of. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: Well, I'm not late, because I got lost. I am late because I ran out of gas on the way over here. | Joe is late. Cindy believes he wouldn't have gotten lost if he had a smart car and explains how it works, but it turns out that Joe is late because he ran out of gas. |
train_6522 | #Person1#: Hi Daisy.
#Person2#: Hi Tom. I hope you are getting on well at college.
#Person1#: I am. I've made lots of friends and I really enjoy my courses.
#Person2#: Great. Me, too. So what do you like most about our college?
#Person1#: I especially like the swimming pool.
#Person2#: Yes, me too. The school gym and the playground are very good. Oh, you didn't tell me what you are studying there.
#Person1#: I'm doing business studies. I hope to get a job in Toronto after graduating since that's where my parents live now.
#Person2#: What about your friend Zoe?
#Person1#: She is from Sydney. Her father runs a hotel business in Canberra and she is doing a degree in math. What about you, Daisy?
#Person2#: I'm studying law.
#Person1#: Great. So I'll know who to call if I ever need a lawyer.
#Person2#: Sure. | Tom and Daisy enjoy their college life. Tom is doing business studies and Daisy is studying law. They talk about their career plan. |
train_6523 | #Person1#: You've reached the number of the student registration office, if you want to reach the admissions office, press 1. For general information, press 2. Good morning, admissions office. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, my name is Terry and I'm interested in finding out whether history 107 is full yet.
#Person1#: Do you know the official registration code for that class?
#Person2#: It is HIS107BC3.
#Person1#: Um... ... It says that the class is full you could check back in a couple of weeks. Some places will probably open up by that time. There's a waiting list, and that means that you'd have to wait for your turn to come up.
#Person2#: I understand. Well, one more question. Is the general housing office on the same floor as the registration office?
#Person1#: Yes. In fact, I've got the number, so if you'd like, I can put you through. Please hold and I will put you through.
#Person2#: Thanks. That should save me a coin or two. | Terry is calling the admissions office. #Person1# tells him history 107 is full and will put him through to the general housing office. |
train_6524 | #Person1#: Now we turn to Maotan, an president of the student union of Dongfang College. She is going to talk to us about after class sports in her college, Miss MAO.
#Person2#: Yes, well for the students and teachers in my college, after class sports have become an important part of life. Since they help increase energy and also just make people feel generally happier. For me personally, I like swimming and yoga, but most of the time I play tennis. I've been playing it ever since I got to school running, playing ball games and doing Tai Ji have also become very popular. Among many of us students and teachers dancing in the morning is especially popular these days. It is quite a scene to see so many people dancing together on the sports ground in the morning. I plan to join the crowd next term. My third year in college, I think it will be great fun. You would think it would be hard for students to get up so early with classes beginning at 8:00 AM, especially in the winter, but there are in fact, more People on the sports ground in the morning in the winter than in the summer. There are of course, some students playing football in the afternoon and some practicing Tai Ji in the evening when it's nice and quiet. Students can receive 2 credits for after class sports. But the most important reason for us to take an active part in sports is the college sports meet held in November every year. | Maotan, president of the student union of Dongfang College, talks about after-class sports in her college. She shares her experience of playing sports and describes that people play different sports at different times. She thinks the most important reason to play sports is the college sports meet. |
train_6525 | #Person1#: Hello, Can I speak to Tom, please?
#Person2#: I'm afraid he is not in at the moment.
#Person1#: May I ask what time he will come back?
#Person2#: I think he will come back at 3 p. m. Do you want to call later? Or would you like to leave a message for him?
#Person1#: I'd like to leave a message. Please ask him to call me back as soon as he returns. I'm A and he has my number.
#Person2#: OK. I will do that.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. Bye.
#Person2#: You're welcome. Bye. | A phones for Tom. #Person2# tells A Tom isn't available, so A requests #Person2# to leave a message. |
train_6526 | #Person1#: Is there anything else, apart from the Credit Rating and Debt to Asset Ratio?
#Person2#: There is the Balance of Net Liabilities. This must not exceed its net assets and no business loss can be shown during the past two years.
#Person1#: Right, OK. That, again, shouldn't be a problem.
#Person2#: And the total ratio of return on assets should not be lower than the average, for that particular industry, for the first two quarters of the year.
#Person1#: Well, as far as I can tell, we qualify.
#Person2#: Of course we will need proof, originals and duplicate of everything. As soon as you bring in the proof and we assess it, it should be very quick indeed. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about the needed documents for the credit. #Person1# thinks they qualify. |
train_6527 | #Person1#: What a beautiful watch. It goes very well with your ring.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Is that your wedding ring?
#Person2#: I'm not married yet. It's my engagement ring.
#Person1#: Well, congratulations. When is the big date?
#Person2#: In June.
#Person1#: Did you have the watch before getting the ring?
#Person2#: Actually, we bought the ring together after I got the watch.
#Person1#: You did a fabulous job with the selection. It's gorgeous.
#Person2#: Thank you so much.
#Person1#: What kind of watch is it?
#Person2#: It's a Tag Heer.
#Person1#: If you don't mind me asking, how much do they cost?
#Person2#: This one is $ 1500. But they range from $ 600 to $ 3000.
#Person1#: That's why it looks so nice. I should have figured. You always get what you pay for.
#Person2#: Yeah. I would rather get one nice watch instead of 20 mediocre ones. | #Person1# admires #Person2#'s watch and ring and is told that #Person2#'s engaged. Then, #Person1# asks about the brand and the price of the watch. |
train_6528 | #Person1#: Hello again. What can I do for you today?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm back! It's nice to see you again. I'm here about those documents.
#Person1#: Ah yes, the ones from Sapporo we were dealing with yesterday?
#Person2#: That's right. I had a phone call asking me to come back in, about rejecting them?
#Person1#: Well, we were contacted by your manager and he said. . .
#Person2#: Yes, we talked about it and thought it was better and significantly quicker to ask the company to pay a Discrepancy Fee.
#Person1#: The customer got back to us this morning and they have agreed to pay a Discrepancy Fee of 100 US dollars.
#Person2#: That's wonderful news! I'm glad we decided to rethink our actions ; it's all turned out for the best this way. Thank you for helping us to fix that little problem. | #Person1# helps #Person2# reject some documents from Sapporo and ask the company to pay a Discrepancy Fee. |
train_6529 | #Person1#: Well, Mr. Cui, could you tell me why you are interested in working with this company?
#Person2#: I think working in this company could give me the best chance to use what I have learnt. As you know, I majored in computer programming in the university. I've cherished a desire to get a job where I can apply my knowledge. I know your company is one of the largest computer companies in the world, and I wish to have opportunity to develop my capabilities here. That's why I applied.
#Person1#: I see. But have you ever done any work in this field?
#Person2#: Yes, since 1993, I'Ve been employed as a clerk in the Beijing Branch of the DHAK Trading Corporation.
#Person1#: Why do you plan to change your job?
#Person2#: Because I would like to get a job in which I can have good opportunity for advancement, and the job was not challenging enough.
#Person1#: Have you applied for work with any other companies?
#Person2#: Yes, I applied with another company, but that was just to get experience in being interviewed.
#Person1#: If you are accepted at both places, which company will you choose?
#Person2#: This one, of course. Your company is my first choice. I want to work for you. | Mr. Cui tells #Person1# why he wants to work in this company and why he left his previous job. Though Mr. Cui applied with another company, #Person1#'s company is his first choice. |
train_6530 | #Person1#: I'm sorry to trouble you but there is a lot of noise in next room.
#Person2#: Oh, is there? Which room is it?
#Person1#: It. . . , I think the neighbor on the right.
#Person2#: You mean the room 1818?
#Person1#: I'm not sure, but I think so. I'm very exhaust but I can't sleep.
#Person2#: All right madam, I'll check and tell them to be quiet.
#Person1#: If the nest room is still noisy, could you give me a different room please? | #Person1# complains to #Person2# about the neighbor's noise. #Person2#'ll check and tell them to be quiet. |
train_6531 | #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 knife.
#Person2#: absolutely. It is said that they serve 3, 000 ducks every day.
#Person1#: incredible. By the way, what are these in the plates?
#Person2#: oh, they are pancakes, hollowed sesame buns, scallions, cucumbers and oisin 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 floor. 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 unique
#Person1#: it sounds really complicated. No wonder it tastes so great.
#Person2#: Yes, Amy, please have some more. | Rick and Amy order a Beijing duck. Rick explains to Amy what the side dishes are and how a Beijing duck is prepared. Amy loves the taste. |
train_6532 | #Person1#: Are you watching another news report about the war?
#Person2#: Yes. The two sides declared a short ceasefire but it broke down earlier today. Several military target were destroyed by bombing. Many civilians were among the dead and wounded.
#Person1#: How did this war start?
#Person2#: Bout side claim a small area of territory. Both sides tried to build border fences and began attacking each other.
#Person1#: Politicians from both sides sound increasingly belligerent. Neither side wants to compromise.
#Person2#: Relief agencies report that many civilians are in desperate need of food and shelter. Several European countries have agreed to send aid, but are afraid that their planes will be shot down.
#Person1#: What do you think will happen?
#Person2#: Both countries are very poor. Soon they will run out of money to finance the war. Then, perhaps, they will negotiate.
#Person1#: It would be much simpler and cheaper if they negotiated first. | #Person2# shares #Person1# with some news about the war, then #Person2# tells #Person1# how the war started and what #Person2# thinks will happen. |
train_6533 | #Person1#: There's a major problem with room 507.
#Person2#: I'm sorry to hear that. Please tell me the exact problem.
#Person1#: This room is overrun with cockroaches.
#Person2#: There has been an occasional silverfish in the hotel, sir.
#Person1#: I stopped counting at nine.
#Person2#: Sir, this hotel just passed a thorough insect inspection with flying colors.
#Person1#: Your inspector needs spectacles. The fact is that cockroaches are running rampant.
#Person2#: I apologize, sir. Just a second, while I transfer you to my supervisor. | #Person1# calls #Person2# to complain about the overrun cockroaches in #Person1#'s room. #Person2# will transfer #Person1# to #Person2#'s supervisor. |
train_6534 | #Person1#: Ugh. Another advertisement. They'Ve added two hours of advertisements to a two hours movie.
#Person2#: Yeah. We're never going to get to the end of this one.
#Person1#: Why are we watching it anyway?
#Person2#: Well, it does have a lot of girls in it.
#Person1#: True. True.
#Person2#: Do you think Bruce Willis just drank a Coke for his health?
#Person1#: Really? Did Coke pay him for that?
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: You want something to drink?
#Person2#: Yeah, Got a Coke?
#Person1#: Sure.
#Person2#: Hurry, the movie is coming back on. | #Person1# and #Person2# are watching a movie embedded with many advertisements. They decide to get some Coke after watching a Coke advertisement. |
train_6535 | #Person1#: Hello, Joanna. You are looking very charming in the new dress.
#Person2#: Thanks. Does it suit me?
#Person1#: Yes, it suits you very well. It certainly is unique. I don't think I'Ve seen anything like it before.
#Person2#: I know. That's why I bought it. I hate wearing the same styles like everybody else is wearing.
#Person1#: And the necklace, it matches your dress marvelously.
#Person2#: It's very nice of you to say so. I should say you are glamorous yourself, as a matter of fact.
#Person1#: Thank you for saying so. | #Person1# praises Joanna for her dress and necklace. Joanna thinks #Person1# is glamorous. |
train_6536 | #Person1#: What are you doing for Christmas this year?
#Person2#: All my relatives are getting together at my house.
#Person1#: That's great. M OST of my family is coming home too.
#Person2#: Who can't make it in your family?
#Person1#: My sister. She is going to her in-law's house this year.
#Person2#: That's too bad. So, what did you ask for Christmas this year?
#Person1#: I asked Santa to bring me a new sweater and some computer games.
#Person2#: I want some computer games also. I gave my parents a really long Christmas list.
#Person1#: I hope that I get what I asked for.
#Person2#: So what does your family do on Christmas Day?
#Person1#: We wake up early and go to church. Then we come back home and open our gifts together. How about you?
#Person2#: Our family is a little different. We go to church on Christmas Eve instead. | #Person1# and #Person2#talk about what they will do for Christmas and what Christmas gifts they each want. |
train_6537 | #Person1#: Hi. Bob! We've been working hard at our lessons for a fortnight. So why don't we take it easy this weekend?
#Person2#: Okay! What do you suggest?
#Person1#: How about seeing a play? I hear Hamlet is on at the National Theater.
#Person2#: Is that so? Why not?
#Person1#: ( looking at a newspaper ) Oh, dear me! There's no performance at the National theater this weekend. So we have to go to cinema instead.
#Person2#: What's on?
#Person1#: Let me see. . um. Gone With the Wind. It is on at six cinemas on Saturday night.
#Person2#: That sounds interesting. Which is the nearest?
#Person1#: Ah. The Royal, I think.
#Person2#: What time does it start?
#Person1#: Why don't we go to the 7:30 show? It is convenient to us, I think.
#Person2#: But we won't have enough time for dinner.
#Person1#: Do you want to go to the earlier or the later show?
#Person2#: Ah. . . I fancy going to the later show.
#Person1#: Then, there's a 9:30 show.
#Person2#: That's Okay, I think.
#Person1#: All right. | #Person1# and Bob want to relax after studying for a fortnight. Since there's no performance of Hamlet at the National Theater this weekend, they'll see Gone With the Wind at the cinema instead. |
train_6538 | #Person1#: Is my hair done yet?
#Person2#: Yeah, I just need to make the final touches.
#Person1#: How long until you're finished?
#Person2#: I'm finished. What do you think?
#Person1#: I like my hair so much.
#Person2#: Do you really?
#Person1#: It's beautiful.
#Person2#: Well, thank you very much.
#Person1#: How much is it for my hair?
#Person2#: You owe me $ 55.
#Person1#: Thanks for everything.
#Person2#: You are very welcome. Come back again. | #Person1# has #Person1#'s hair done with #Person2#'s assistance. #Person1# likes the haircut very much. |
train_6539 | #Person1#: I think he won't remember White Day.
#Person2#: Silly, you should make sure he does.
#Person1#: Uh-huh. How about you?
#Person2#: He's buying me a handbag, and then dinner at a gorgeous restaurant.
#Person1#: You got a big return for a small gift. | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing what gifts they'll get for Whity Day. |
train_6540 | #Person1#: It's almost Christmas. What are you doing this weekend?
#Person2#: Nothing special, just working. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: Well, I still haven't finished my Christmas shopping. Do you want to go shopping with me this weekend?
#Person2#: I'd like to, but I'm not sure if I can. Work has been really busy lately. Why don't we go on Friday instead?
#Person1#: Friday's not good. I think the stores will be very crowded and I have to work.
#Person2#: OK, then let's try to go this weekend. I should know if I can go by Friday. Is it OK if I call you then?
#Person1#: Yeah, that's fine.
#Person2#: What's your number?
#Person1#: 233-331-8828. Let me give you my email address too. It's Tom861@gmail. com
#Person2#: OK, I'll talk to you soon.
#Person1#: OK. | Tom invites #Person2# to do Chrismas shopping on Friday night, but #Person2# isn't sure if #Person2# will be available. Tom gives #Person2# his contact information and #Person2#'ll tell him then. |
train_6541 | #Person1#: How can I lose weight, doctor? I seem to get fatter even when I just look at food?
#Person2#: Well, Jim. It is a combination of how much you eat, the type of food you eat, and when you eat your meals.
#Person1#: I never eat breakfast though.
#Person2#: That's a big mistake, you should always have a good breakfast. You will not run your car without fuel, and as well you won't expect your body to work without food.
#Person1#: I never thought about it that way.
#Person2#: I bet you eat a large evening meal, then sit and watch TV or read a book. Then instead of burning off your energy, your body stores it as fat.
#Person1#: Oh doctor, I feel so foolish.
#Person2#: Well control is really using common sense when you plan your eating habits.
#Person1#: I know doctor, thank you so much. | A doctor tells Jim how to lose weight and stresses the importance of breakfast and good eating habits. |
train_6542 | #Person1#: You will never guess where my family is going for summer vacation.
#Person2#: Let me try. It has to be somewhere amazing, and far away. . . Egypt?
#Person1#: How in the world did you guess that? Did someone tell you already?
#Person2#: Yes. I overheard your mom and my mom talking in the grocery store.
#Person1#: I want to ride a camel and definitely see the pyramids!
#Person2#: I wish our family took outrageous summer vacations like yours.
#Person1#: It helps that my dad is an archaeologist.
#Person2#: We'll get to go fishing at the river. I hate fish. | #Person1#'s family will go to Egypt for summer vacation while #Person2#'s family will go fishing though #Person2# hates fish. |
train_6543 | #Person1#: How much do you expect to earn?
#Person2#: I think salary is closely related to the responsibilities of the job. Shall we discuss my responsibilities with your company first?
#Person1#: If you are hired, you are in charge of the design of toys that can meet the needs of the American market.
#Person2#: I know it is a crucial position, but I can do it well. So I'm asking for 200, 000 Yuan a year as a starting salary.
#Person1#: Ok. | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing #Person2#'s expected earning. |
train_6544 | #Person1#: Is Stanley still singing that Elvis song? He's really hogging the mike!
#Person2#: If I hear ' Love Me Tender ' one more time, I think I'm going to go crazy!
#Person1#: He sounds like a sick cow!
#Person2#: Can we adjust the pitch a little? Maybe he'll sound better in a higher key.
#Person1#: I already tried that. Nothing seems to help.
#Person2#: Hey! Where are you going. . . ? | #Person1# and #Person2# are complaining about Stanley's terrible singing. |
train_6545 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I need to buy a computer for this semester. I was told it is cheaper to buy computers here.
#Person1#: Well, you heard right. You can get an excellent deal on a new computer here. We have great discounts for students.
#Person2#: I don't know much about computers. But I know I want a desktop computer with a lot of memory. And I need a printer.
#Person1#: Well, first let's consider your computer. Here, for example, is a system I highly recommend-the Power Macintosh G3. it comes with 64 megabytes of total memory.
#Person2#: Is that a lot? Sixty-four?
#Person1#: Yes, it is. It should be enough for any student needs you might have. What department are you in?
#Person2#: History.
#Person1#: Well, so you will mostly be using word processing, for writing papers. I recommend the Corel Word Perfect program for word processing. We can talk about software later. Let's talk about your hardware first. We have a special deal on right now. I should tell you about it, as it only goes until next Tuesday. If you buy one of these fifteen-inch color monitors with a Power Macintosh G3, you can actually get 30 percent off the usual sale price.
#Person2#: Thirty percent?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Wow. That's really good. And you think this is really a good system for a graduate student?
#Person1#: Yes. It's an excellent system.
#Person2#: Hmm. Hey, wait. This has an Apple on it. Is this an Apple computer?
#Person1#: Yes, it's a Macintosh. It's Apple. Mcintosh and Apple are the same thing.
#Person2#: I don't want Macintosh. I want PC.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but our university computer center only sells Macintosh equipment.
#Person2#: What? Are you serious?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: But nobody uses Macintosh!
#Person1#: That's not true. Most of the students and professors in the university here use Macintosh. They find it is better for writing and word-processing, and that is what students mostly do. May I ask where you're from?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm from Taiwan.
#Person1#: Well, I know that in most Asian countries Apple is not very popular. But here in America, especially in universities and publishing companies, Apple is very commonly used.
#Person2#: But I need a computer that can handle writing in Chinese.
#Person1#: There are several Chinese writing programs you can use with Macintosh. Chinese is no problem for Apple.
#Person2#: Hmm. I think I should ask some of my friends for advice before I make a decision. I'm sorry.
#Person1#: No, don't be sorry. It's reasonable to ask your friends. But believe me, most of the students here in the university-Asian students included-most of them use Apple.
#Person2#: Well, thanks for your advice. I will probably come back later.
#Person1#: You're very welcome. Here is my card, if you need any help. | #Person2# wants to buy a computer with a lot of memory and a printer. #Person1# recommends the Apple Macintosh which is popular among most of the students and professors in the university, but #Person2# wants a PC. So #Person2# will ask some friends for advice to consider whether to buy Macintosh. |
train_6546 | #Person1#: Put all baggage on the conveyor belt. Walk through the detector gate one at a time, please. Excuse me, ma'ma. Could you walk back through the doorway again, please?
#Person2#: What for?
#Person1#: Airport security. Could you empty your pockets over here, please?
#Person2#: Really? I'm in a hurry. All right.
#Person1#: Ah, a set of keys.
#Person2#: I'm embarrassed! I forgot completely about them. I'm terribly sorry.
#Person1#: That's all right. Enjoy your flight.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to walk through the doorway again for airport security and #Person2# embarrassedly finds a set of keys in her pockets. |
train_6547 | #Person1#: Good day. Is this the Business Centre?
#Person2#: It is. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: I want to make a deposit.
#Person2#: Would that be a Fixed Deposit or a Current Deposit?
#Person1#: A Current Deposit, please.
#Person2#: We have various different types of Current Deposit, the Variable Term Deposit, a Notice Deposit and the Usual Current Deposit. Which would you like?
#Person1#: Arm. . . just the usual, Current Deposit please.
#Person2#: OK, just a moment. I'll find the relevant data and help you with that. | #Person2# helps #Person1# make a usual Current Deposit at the Business Centre. |
train_6548 | #Person1#: How did I do?
#Person2#: Do you really want to know?
#Person1#: Yes, I do.
#Person2#: You did pretty bad.
#Person1#: Exactly how bad?
#Person2#: You didn't pass the test.
#Person1#: I don't understand how I could've failed it.
#Person2#: There are a few reasons why you failed.
#Person1#: What are the reasons?
#Person2#: The main reason is the fact that you're a horrible driver.
#Person1#: Can I take the test again?
#Person2#: You'll be able to take the test again in a couple weeks. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1#'s performance was so bad that #Person1# failed the driving test. |
train_6549 | #Person1#: Is this the Law Firm of A & B?
#Person2#: Yes, sir. how can I help you?
#Person1#: I need to speak to an attorney regarding filing corporate govemance.
#Person2#: You would need to speak to Ms. Stevens.
#Person1#: Is she available?
#Person2#: One moment, please, and I will connect your call. | #Person1# phones to speak to an attorney regarding filing corporate govemance. #Person2#'ll connect #Person1#'s call to Ms. Stevens. |
train_6550 | #Person1#: I need to go to the bank.
#Person2#: But they are closed today.
#Person1#: Closed? Are you kidding? What is it, some kind of holiday today?
#Person2#: Have you already forgotten? What's the date today?
#Person1#: Oh, it's the first of April, April fool's day
#Person2#: You forgot all about it, didn't you?
#Person1#: So I have, but I has reminded me at least one thing I need to remember.
#Person2#: What's that?
#Person1#: Tomorrow is my wife's birthday.
#Person2#: Better not forget that, so kill you if you don't get her something. | #Person2# lies to #Person1# because it's April Fool's day, which reminds #Person1# that tomorrow his wife's birthday. |
train_6551 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Do you have this in blue?
#Person2#: Yes, we do. That one comes in green blue and red.
#Person1#: And sorry. I can't find the price. How much is it?
#Person2#: Oh, that's 39 dollars and 95 cents. It's on the sale at the moment.
#Person1#: OK. Do you have it in extra small?
#Person2#: I'll just go and check for you. | #Person1# wants a thing in blue and extra small. #Person2#'ll go and check for #Person1#. |
train_6552 | #Person1#: Hello. This is Charles Richards from Channel 7 News, and we're down here, uh, at the City Mall, interviewing people on how they celebrate Christmas. And, uh, hi young lady. What is your name?
#Person2#: Elizabeth Carter.
#Person1#: And, uh, Elizabeth, uh. How does your family celebrate Christmas?
#Person2#: We go sledding, and we go over to my grandparents' house and have dinner with them.
#Person1#: Well, that is great, and let me ask this young man. Hi, what is your name? [Johnny.] And Johnny, how old are you?
#Person3#: Five.
#Person1#: And, uh, does your family eat anything particular for Christmas?
#Person3#: Turkey ...
#Person1#: And what does Christmas mean to you?
#Person2#: Going to my grandma's and making their breakfast.
#Person1#: Going to grandma's and making breakfast. And let me ask another young man. Hi, what is your name? [Steven.] Okay, and Steven, what does Christmas mean to you?
#Person4#: Giving but not expecting to get.
#Person1#: Now, that's kind of hard for a young man like yourself. What does that mean: Giving by not expecting?
#Person4#: Well, one thing that we do is secret giving.
#Person1#: Secret giving? Now how does that work in your family?
#Person4#: We sneak up to the porch of somebody that we want to give to, we put the gift that we want to give to them, ring the doorbell, and hide.
#Person1#: Ring the doorbell and hide? Uh, so you're not expecting something; you just want to be generous to someone else. Is that right?
#Person4#: Yeah. That's correct.
#Person1#: And let's interview one more. And, uh, how do you celebrate Christmas? What is the best thing about Christmas and what does it mean to you?
#Person5#: It means getting off from school!
#Person1#: Getting off from school?! Do you all feel that way?
#Person6#: Yeah!!
#Person2#: Because I hate homework.
#Person1#: Yeah. Well, that all here from the City Mall. Channel 7 reporting. | A reporter from Channel 7 News interviews three people at the City Mall and asks them about the way they celebrate Christmas, the best thing on Christmas, and the meaning of Christmas to them. |
train_6553 | #Person1#: Oh, Tim! What happened to you? It's terrible enough for you to be here.
#Person2#: Kate, may be you can't believe it. It is just because of a little too much smoke. I'll be back home this evening.
#Person1#: How did this happen?
#Person2#: I had to go into a house that was on fire. There was still a little girl inside. I got her out.
#Person1#: But there was a lot of smoke.
#Person2#: Yes, a lot. I had some trouble breathing so they sent me here just for the doctors to take a look at me.
#Person1#: And now you tell me that it's all of your job.
#Person2#: Well, it is. You shouldn't worry all the time.
#Person1#: But I do. I hope you'll leave your job.
#Person2#: Leave my job? No, not because of a little smoke. I'm really all right. | Tim's in hospital because he went to save a little girl out of a firing house, which is Tim's job responsibilities. Kate's worried and hopes Tim can leave his job, but Tim won't listen. |
train_6554 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. May I help you?
#Person2#: Can you change some money for me, please?
#Person1#: Certainly. What currency do you want to change?
#Person2#: Here it is: some Hong Kong dollars, American dollars and Japanese yen. How much will they be in English pounds?
#Person1#: Just a moment. Let me find out all the exchange rates.
#Person2#: Thanks.
#Person1#: Here we are. That'll be 456 pounds altogether. How would you like the money?
#Person2#: I'd like to open an account. I want to deposit the money in it.
#Person1#: If you could just complete this form, we'll be happy to arrange that for you. | #Person1#'s helping #Person2# change some money and open an account to deposit the money in it. |
train_6555 | #Person1#: Hi. Uh, are you Sarah?
#Person2#: No, I'm not. I'm her older sister.
#Person1#: Well, I'm here to talk to her ...
#Person2#: I know why you here.
#Person1#: Good. Uh, Is Sarah here?
#Person2#: Um, I first have a couple of questions, and you [had] better answer them. First of all, what is your name?
#Person1#: Uh, my name? I'm Nick ...
#Person2#: I thought so. Where are you from?
#Person1#: Um. I'm from Brownsville. Why are you asking me ...
#Person2#: Okay. How old are you?
#Person1#: What!?
#Person2#: How old are you?
#Person1#: Does that matter?
#Person2#: Of course, it matters. I wouldn't be asking otherwise.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: Really. Yeah. Sarah's only 19.
#Person1#: Okay, I'm 22. Now, is Sarah here?
#Person2#: Where did you first meet Sarah and why do you like her so much?
#Person1#: Like her? What do you mean? I've only met her once in ...
#Person2#: Don't lie to me, Nick.
#Person1#: Are you sure you have the right guy? Listen. Are you sure? [I'm sure, I'm sure.] Listen. I'm leaving. I don't need the money THAT much.
#Person2#: Money? Wait! What do you mean?
#Person1#: Listen. I'm a teaching assistant at the university, and I met Sarah in the Spanish class last week. She asked me if I could teach her, you know, help her with her class.
#Person2#: So, you're not Nick Roberts, that guy that drives that crazy motorcycle? [No!] The one with the large tattoo of a large snake across his back?
#Person1#: No! What? You've got the wrong guy. I'm leaving. This whole thing is crazy. | Nick comes to Sarah's house in her request to teach her, but Sarah's old sister thinks he is Nick Roberts with the large tattoo of a large snake driving a motorcycle who likes Sarah very much, so she keeps questioning him. Nick gets angry and leaves. |
train_6556 | #Person1#: The floor looks super clean. Did you call the cleaning company?
#Person2#: Nope. My foot is broken. I stay at home. So I did it myself.
#Person1#: With a broken foot? Was that a good idea?
#Person2#: Don't worry, Dave.
#Person1#: You could have called Brenda. She would have done it for you.
#Person2#: I'm not asking your little sister to clean my floors, Dave. Anyway, it wasn't as hard as you think. I have been using a Roomba recently.
#Person1#: Oh, that cleaning robot? I'm jealous, Sandra. I wanted one, but I didn't have 500 extra dollars.
#Person2#: I know. They're so expensive. I got mine from my boss when I was Employee of the Year two years ago. | Sandra broke her foot and cleaned the floor with the cleaning robot which she got from her boss. Dave is jealous of the robot. |
train_6557 | #Person1#: Did you have your television repaired?
#Person2#: Yes, but not by the place you recommended
#Person1#: Why not? The repair is very good and thecharges are so reasonable.
#Person2#: That may be, but I couldn't find it.
#Person1#: But you couldn't miss it. I told you the first right after the railroad bridge.
#Person2#: I took that. I went to the end of the road. There is no such a place.
#Person1#: Wait a minute. Perhaps it is the second right. Yes. I think it is.
#Person2#: I should have known. Whenever someone says 'You can't miss it', you can be sure that you won't find it.
#Person1#: I'm really sorry for my bad memory.
#Person2#: That's OK. | #Person2# didn't have #Person2#'s television repaired at the place recommended by #Person1# as #Person1# actually offered wrong directions so #Person2# didn't find it. |
train_6558 | #Person1#: Hi, you must be that new secretary, welcome! I'm Tom Robison from public relations.
#Person2#: Hi, Mr. Robison, Thanks. My name's Lisa Jones, working in sales now.
#Person1#: Please call me Tom, Lisa.
#Person2#: OK, Tom. Have you worked here long?
#Person1#: Yes, over 20 years.
#Person2#: Wow that is a long time. Do you enjoy working here?
#Person1#: Well, yes. I suppose I took the job because err well the money is good, and it's good place to work in, but to be honest, what I re?ally enjoy is the chance to go abroad, just visiting other countries. That's the best thing.
#Person2#: That's nice, for me the best thing about working here is that I live close to the office, I can go home for lunch, and I don't have to worry about the traffic. | Tom welcomes Lisa who is the new secretary. They talk about working here. |
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