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train_6959 | #Person1#: I often sneeze after having a bad itch inside my nose. Sometimes this is accompanied by an itching throat.
#Person2#: Any other discomfort?
#Person1#: Yes. Sometimes I can notice a constriction in the chest and shortness of breath after a fit of sneezing. And I often suffer from a running nose with a profuse watery discharge.
#Person2#: Does it occur seasonally or all year round?
#Person1#: It has been seasonal during these past three years.
#Person2#: Are you sensitive to other things?
#Person1#: Yes, things like seafood and penicillin-type drugs.
#Person2#: OK. Let me examine your nose. According to your case history and the examination, I believe that it's allergic rhinitis.
#Person1#: What useful treatment can you offer?
#Person2#: I'll give you a series of specific skin tests. Then we'll know exactly what substances you're allergic to. Then I'll give you some causes of desensitization therapy. | #Person1# describes #Person1#'s sneezing symptoms and #Person2# believes it's allergic rhinitis after examining #Person1#'s nose. #Person2# will give #Person1# specific skin tests and therapy. |
train_6960 | #Person1#: May I speak to Mr.Huang, please?
#Person2#: I'm sorry. Mr.Huang is quite busy right now. Could I pass him the message?
#Person1#: Well, you see, I won't be able to keep my patience too long. If the final decision can't be made this week, I will give my offer to other companies.
#Person2#: Let me see. He's free from 3:00 to 4:30 tomorrow afternoon. Can you make it then?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. Thank you very much.
#Person2#: You're quite welcome. Thank you for calling. Bye bye. | #Person1# calls Mr. Huang for the final decision, but he's busy so #Person2# helps #Person1# make an appointment. |
train_6961 | #Person1#: Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: Excuse me, can I change my order? I am afraid I don't have so much time to enjoy my dinner.
#Person1#: I am sorry, sir. Your fish will be ready in five minutes so you can't change it.
#Person2#: That's all right. | #Person1# says #Person2# cannot change the order because the fish will be ready. |
train_6962 | #Person1#: White Rose Restaurant. Good afternoon! Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I would like to book a table for six for the next Monday.
#Person1#: Certainly, sir. At what time should we expect you?
#Person2#: At 6:30 on next Monday evening.
#Person1#: And what is it going to be, Chinese food or Western food?
#Person2#: Chinese food.
#Person1#: May I have your name, sir, please?
#Person2#: Please book it under the name of Mr. Peter.
#Person1#: So it's Mr. Peter, a table for six for the evening of the next Monday. It is Chinese food and you are coming at 6:30.
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: Thank you for calling us. We'll be expecting you next Monday. | #Person1# helps #Person2# make a reservation for a table of six and notes down the food type and arriving time. |
train_6963 | #Person1#: Confronted with difficult questions in an interview, the job-hunters mostly will be at a loss about what to do.
#Person2#: Usually, you cannot prepare for these questions in advance and have to depend on your immediate performance.
#Person1#: Still, there are some rules to follow.
#Person2#: In this case, you should first keep calm and normal to the face.
#Person1#: Don't get nervous and freaked out.
#Person2#: Formulate a satisfactory answer based on your specific situation.
#Person1#: There should be neither too much silence nor hasty answers
#Person2#: Try to show the best of yourself with decent words and manners.
#Person1#: Don't be discouraged even when confronted with negative questions
#Person2#: You should admit your weakness frankly.
#Person1#: Anyway, what really matters is that you have tried your best.
#Person2#: You must have confidence in yourself. | #Person1# and #Person2# say that the job-hunters will confront difficult questions in interviews. #Person1# and #Person2# offer some suggestions for better immediate performance. |
train_6964 | #Person1#: I'd like to speak with the apartment manager, please.
#Person2#: This is he. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: I'm interested in the apartment on Main Street.
#Person2#: It's still available. Do you want to see it?
#Person1#: Yes, I would very much like to see it.
#Person2#: Does today at 6 p. m. sound okay to you?
#Person1#: I have no problem with 6 p. m.
#Person2#: Okay, I'll see you at 6 o'clock. Do you need any directions?
#Person1#: No, thanks. I already drove by to see what the neighborhood looks like.
#Person2#: I'll have an application form with me. You can fill it out if you're interested.
#Person1#: Should I bring anything with me?
#Person2#: No. I only need to check your driver's license. | #Person1# is interested in an apartment so #Person1# and #Person2# set a time to see it. #Person2# asks #Person1# to fill out the application form. |
train_6965 | #Person1#: Where is John? I can't find him anywhere.
#Person2#: Haven't you heard that he is in prison?
#Person1#: What? Beg your pardon.
#Person2#: John is in prison now. He was copped outstealing.
#Person1#: I just cann't believe my ears! | #Person1# is surprised #Person2# says John is in prison. |
train_6966 | #Person1#: How are your wedding plans going?
#Person2#: Very well. We started organizing everything early to avoid a last minute rush to get things done.
#Person1#: When will your wedding take place?
#Person2#: At ten o'clock on the morning of next Sunday. We have invited all our relatives to the wedding.
#Person1#: It will be a large church one. Is your wedding dress ready?
#Person2#: Yes, its design is very elaborate and the designer took many weeks to make it.
#Person1#: You will be very beautiful on your wedding day.
#Person2#: Thank you!
#Person1#: Which hotel will the reception be held at?
#Person2#: The Palace Hotel.
#Person1#: It's excellent. A friend of mine had her wedding reception there and said it was perfect, though very expensive.
#Person2#: It will be expensive, but we think it will be worth.
#Person1#: I think you made the right decision. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s wedding will be on next Sunday with a reception at the Palace Hotel and #Person2#'s dress is elaborate. #Person1# thinks that's the right decision. |
train_6967 | #Person1#: Do you have a copy of our service contract with Telecoms? I'm not happy with their response time and I'd like to check the terms and conditions of the contract.
#Person2#: Sure. I've got a copy here. It's due for renewal at the end of next month. We've still got time to look for another supplier if you're not happy. | #Person1# asks #Person2# for a copy of the service contract with Telecoms. |
train_6968 | #Person1#: That was a great dinner. I didn't know that you knew how yo cook.
#Person2#: I'm glad you liked it. Are you ready for dessert?
#Person1#: I don't know. I'm pretty full. What are we having?
#Person2#: I made strawberry shortcake.
#Person1#: Ooh, that's my favorite. Maybe I'll have a small slice.
#Person2#: Great. Would you like coffee or tea with that?
#Person1#: I'll have a cup of tea.
#Person2#: Do you take cream or sugar with your tea?
#Person1#: Actually, could I have some milk with that?
#Person2#: Definitely. Would you like skim or whole milk?
#Person1#: Skim, please. That'd be very nice. Thanks. . . oh no. Janna, I'm so sorry, but I've got to go.
#Person2#: What happened?
#Person1#: I just got a message from my sister saying that she's been in a car accident. I need to go pick her up.
#Person2#: I'll go with you. Where is she?
#Person1#: She's on the M40, near Reading.
#Person2#: Is she alright?
#Person1#: I don't know, she didn't say. I'm so sorry about this.
#Person2#: Don't worry. Family comes first. Come on, let's go.
#Person1#: Actually, I've only got a two-seater. I'll have to go on my own.
#Person2#: Ok. Just call me if you need anything then.
#Person1#: I will. Thanks a lot. | Janna made #Person1# a great dinner and serves #Person1# dessert. Then #Person1# got a message and had to pick up #Person1#'s sister. Janna wanted to go together but #Person1# will go alone because #Person1#'s car only has two seats. |
train_6969 | #Person1#: Would you like to come to our party?
#Person2#: I'd like to. But I'm not myself today.
#Person1#: What happened? You look so pale.
#Person2#: It's the end of the world for me.
#Person1#: What makes you say that?
#Person2#: Today, I'm told I failed three courses.
#Person1#: Oh, that's too bad. Work harder next term.
#Person2#: B :: I'm such a fool that duplication of effort is only a waste time to me.
#Person1#: Don't lose heart. Everything will be fine.
#Person2#: I hope so. | #Person1# invites #Person2# to a party but #Person2# is sad about failing courses. #Person1# comforts #Person2#. |
train_6970 | #Person1#: Hey, that's a really nice outfit you have on.
#Person2#: Thank you. I wasn't sure if it looked okay or not.
#Person1#: Oh, you look stunning. Your dress really goes well with your shoes.
#Person2#: I'm glad that you think so. I thought it might be a bit too revealing.
#Person1#: No, not at all. It looks really classy on you. Where did you pick that up?
#Person2#: I got it on sale down at the department store.
#Person1#: When did you go there?
#Person2#: I was just there a couple of days ago. You know, you should go down there too. They have a lot of stylish clothes on sale.
#Person1#: I might just do that. What style of clothes do they have?
#Person2#: Anything you want. They have both casual and formal styles.
#Person1#: I was hoping to get a few new ties for my collection.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. | #Person1# appreciates #Person2#'s new outfit. #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# got the dress at the department store. #Person1# will go there and buy some new ties. |
train_6971 | #Person1#: I suppose you like cinematography and costumes and that sort of stuff?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. The look of a picture is very important.
#Person1#: I think sound is even more important! Guns, bombs, sirens--that's what makes a movie exciting!
#Person2#: You wouldn't know a good movie even if it bit you on the nose.
#Person1#: In my book, all a good movie needs is a chase scene and lots of things that blow up.
#Person2#: Enough! If we don't finish the game, there won't be time for any movies tonight! | #Person1# and #Person2# argue about what's important in a movie. #Person2# suggests quitting arguing and finish the game. |
train_6972 | #Person1#: Bob!
#Person2#: Anne! I haven't seen you for ages. How've you been?
#Person1#: Fine, just fine. And you?
#Person2#: Not bad. It really is great to see you again. W here have you been?
#Person1#: Guangzhou. I've got a cousin there. | Bob and Anne meet each other and share their recent status. |
train_6973 | #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# went to a global warming rally at weekend. #Person2# tells #Person1# there're lots of things they can do to prevent more damages, like using public transportation and using unleaded petrol, etc. #Person1#'s surprised #Person2# is such an environmentalist. |
train_6974 | #Person1#: Look at this headline - Elvis Baby Born on Spacecraft. Where do these tabloids get such crazy stories?
#Person2#: I'Ve often wondered the same thing. I also wonder who reads them. Then I realize that I'm standing here reading them myself.
#Person1#: It looks as though everyone in line reads them, or at least looks at the headlines.
#Person2#: I think we picked the right line. This one seems to be moving more quickly than the others.
#Person1#: Maybe our checker is faster at scanning the food.
#Person2#: I'm glad. We have only about twenty things here, and I'm in a hurry to get home. | #Person1# and #Person2# are queuing in the line, reading the tabloids with crazy stories. |
train_6975 | #Person1#: I really want to make a salad.
#Person2#: Do you know what kind of salad that you want?
#Person1#: I'm not sure what kind that I want.
#Person2#: I usually make a Caesar salad.
#Person1#: Those taste really good.
#Person2#: Which kind of salad are you going to make?
#Person1#: I want a chicken salad.
#Person2#: I enjoy chicken salads.
#Person1#: I like salads with croutons, almonds, and shredded cheese.
#Person2#: I really like how that sounds.
#Person1#: Why don't you make a salad like that?
#Person2#: I'm going to do that then. | #Person1# is going to make a chicken salad and encourages #Person2# to make one too. |
train_6976 | #Person1#: How is your job search going, Janet?
#Person2#: I found the ideal position. I'm working for a plumbing company.
#Person1#: Are you serious? You studied mathematics at college for four years, and now you have a job working with your hands!
#Person2#: Plumbing work requires mathematics knowledge, and creativity. I love this job.
#Person1#: I can see that. But I didn't know you had experience in that line of work.
#Person2#: I didn't, but I applied for an apprenticeship, and since I studied math, AND I have a good attitude, my application was accepted.
#Person1#: Congratulations! You do have the right attitude. | #Person2# found the ideal position in a plumbing company. #Person1# doesn't think the job fits #Person2#, but #Person2# loves it. |
train_6977 | #Person1#: I'd like to order room service to room 927, please.
#Person2#: How can I help you?
#Person1#: I'd like to two roast beef sandwiches and one fruit salad, please.
#Person2#: Will that be all, sir?
#Person1#: No, could I also get some extra towels and soap too? We went to the pool today and used up our two clean towels.
#Person2#: I'll have someone bring that up right away. How would you like to pay for the dinner?
#Person1#: Just put it on with the rest of my hotel bill.
#Person2#: All right, sir. You should receive your dinner in about ten minutes. | #Person2# helps #Person1# order food and get towels and soap. The charge will be put on #Person1#'s hotel bill. |
train_6978 | #Person1#: I'Ve just taken out an insurance policy. Are you insured?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. I have life insurance and my home and its contents are also insured.
#Person1#: I took out a life insurance policy and made my wife the beneficiary.
#Person2#: That'a good idea. You are a fireman and it can be dangerous job.
#Person1#: I need to make sure that my wife will be financially secure if I die.
#Person2#: I can terminate my life insurance policy when I retire and use the money as a pension.
#Person1#: That's one of the conditions of my police too. It covers you if you die before you retire and when you retire.
#Person2#: Did you have to take a medical before you could take out the police?
#Person1#: Yes, I did. It was one of the conditions of the insurance police. The insurance companies need to assess the risk | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# took out a life insurance policy because his job is dangerous. #Person2# also has a life insurance policy and #Person2# will terminate it after retirement. |
train_6979 | #Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: My wife and I want to see the places of interest in Shenzhen, Guangzhou and Zhuhai. Can you arrange a tour for us?
#Person1#: How long would you like to stay In these cities?
#Person2#: Well, three days.
#Person1#: There is a three-day package tour. You will have 3 full days in the cities. It is a general tour of the cities. The itinerary includes the places of interest such as Window of the World, China Folk Culture Village. Chen Clan Academy, Southern Yue Tomb, and Gongbei Market.
#Person2#: That sounds good. How much is the tour?
#Person1#: 200 yuan for each person.
#Person2#: What does it include?
#Person1#: It includes your air fare, your hotel accommodations and the meals.
#Person2#: Could we have you make all the necessary plane, hotel, and tour reservations?
#Person1#: Yes. we could do that for you. | #Person1# arranges a three-day package tour for #Person2# based on #Person2#'s requirements. It costs 200 yuan for each person. #Person2# asks #Person1# to help make necessary reservations. |
train_6980 | #Person1#: Isn't he the best instructor? I think he's so hot. Wow! I really feel energized, don't you?
#Person2#: I swear, I'm going to kill you for this.
#Person1#: What's wrong? Didn't you think it was fun? !
#Person2#: Oh, yeah! I had a blast! I love sweating like a pig with a bunch of pot bellies who all smell bad. Sorry, I'm just not into this health kick.
#Person1#: Oh, no, get off it. It wasn't such a killer class. You just have to get into it. Like they say, no pain, no gain.
#Person2#: I am wiped out. Thank you.
#Person1#: Look, next time get yourself some comfy shoes. You're gonna come back again with me, aren't you?
#Person2#: Never! But thank you for inviting me.
#Person1#: Come on. You'll feel better after we hit the showers. | #Person1# thinks the instructor's the best, but #Person2# isn't into this health kick. #Person1# advises #Person2# to get comfy shoes but #Person2# doesn't want to come back again. |
train_6981 | #Person1#: Good morning. I'm thinking about buying some new furniture for my living room. Could you help me?
#Person2#: Certainly. As you can see, we have several three-piece suites on sale. Feel free to sit down and test how comfortable they are.
#Person1#: I came to your store yesterday and have come back today to make a final decision. I think I like the black leather suite. It's on sale, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes. The price has been reduced by 50 %. It's a real bargain.
#Person1#: I'll take it. I also need to improve the lighting in my living room. Do you have any suggestions?
#Person2#: Those floor lamps are very nice and you can vary the brightness according to whether you're reading or watching tv. How big is your living room?
#Person1#: It's quite large. It's about 40 square meters.
#Person2#: I'd suggest you buy two. That allows you to change the brightness of the room better.
#Person1#: OK. I like the design of this lamps. I also need some cushion covers. I'll just browse through those ones over there. | #Person1# decides to buy a black leather suite from #Person2#. #Person2# recommends two floor lamps to #Person1# for changing the brightness of the room. #Person1# also will browse through some cushion covers. |
train_6982 | #Person1#: Something's wrong with my computer.
#Person2#: What's the problem?
#Person1#: My computer won't turn on.
#Person2#: Did you see if all the connections are right?
#Person1#: I'm not sure I understand what you mean.
#Person2#: The connections between your CPU and your outlet.
#Person1#: Is that what's stopping my computer from turning on?
#Person2#: If your plugs aren't connected all the way, the computer won't turn on.
#Person1#: I had no idea.
#Person2#: Why don't you try it and see what happens?
#Person1#: I'll try it right now.
#Person2#: Let me know if that doesn't work. | #Person1#'s computer won't turn on and #Person2# advises #Person1# to check the connections between the CPU and the outlet. |
train_6983 | #Person1#: What's the price? I hope you'll quote us favorably.
#Person2#: It's 800 US dollars per kilo CIF five percent Hamburg.
#Person1#: Frankly speaking, the price you offer is too high. We can't accept it.
#Person2#: Why? This is a fair market price.
#Person1#: It certainly is.
#Person2#: Then what leads you to think that we have to reduce our price? Please tell me candidly.
#Person1#: I look at it this way, suppliers should be able to reduce their CIF price, even lower than their home price.
#Person2#: We give you quotations on the same basis as we quote in the domestic market.
#Person1#: That's the point. Your overhead is in your domestic price, but it can't be carried in the CIF price.
#Person2#: But even with the overhead out, the export overhead must be put in. Finally, it comes to the same thing. Anyway, this is a quality item and should be sold on its value.
#Person1#: I wish you could make a reconsideration. If you don't reduce your price, we won't purchase from you any more because there's plenty of other business offering here. | #Person1# thinks the price #Person2# offers is too high but #Person2# insists the item is worth it. #Person1# won't purchase from #Person2# if #Person2# doesn't reduce the price. |
train_6984 | #Person1#: Hey Taxi! Ah, great. Thanks for pulling over.
#Person2#: Where to?
#Person1#: Well, I'm going to the National Museum of Art, and...
#Person2#: Sure. Get on. No problem. Hang on!
#Person1#: Uh. Excuse me. How long does it take to get there?
#Person2#: Well, that all depends on the traffic, but it shouldn't take more than 20 minutes.
#Person1#: Okay. Uh, sorry for asking, but do you have any idea how much the fare will be?
#Person2#: Oh, it shouldn't be more than 18 dollars.., not including a... uh-hum.., a tip of course.
#Person1#: Oh, and by the way, do you know at what time the museum closes?
#Person2#: Well, I would guess around 6:00.
#Person1#: Uh, do you have the time?
#Person2#: Yeah. It's half past four. Uh, this is your first time to the city, right?
#Person1#: Yeah. How did you know?
#Person2#: Well, you can tell tourists from a mile away in this city because they walk down the street looking straight up at the tall buildings.
#Person1#: Oh, before I forget, can you recommend any good restaurants downtown that offer meals at a reasonable price?
#Person2#: Um... well, the Mexican Restaurant. It's not very expensive, and the food is good.
#Person1#: Sounds great! Thank you very much! | #Person2# drives #Person1# to the National Museum of Art and tells #Person1# the fare. #Person2# tells #Person1# it will take more than 20 minutes and #Person1# will still have time to visit the museum. #Person2# also recommends #Person1# the Mexican Restaurant. |
train_6985 | #Person1#: That was delicious. Thank you very much indeed. You're really a good cook.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: If you like, I could do the washing-up.
#Person2#: No, don't bother. I can do it myself later.
#Person1#: All right.
#Person2#: Would you like me to make coffee now?
#Person1#: Yes. Thanks! I wonder if I went down the road to the phone box.
#Person2#: Oh. it's ten minutes' walk. If you like, I could drive you there. | #Person1# thanks #Person2# for the meal and will do the washing-up. #Person2#'ll make coffee and gives #Person1# a ride. |
train_6986 | #Person1#: Why did you sell the car?
#Person2#: It was giving me too much trouble. I was spending so much money on it that I was... er... spending more money than it was worth. Unfortunately, of course. When you actually sell the car, you've already spent the money on it, so you lose both ways.
#Person1#: What was wrong with your old car?
#Person2#: The engine needs many repairs and the wheels were giving trouble now and then, when I set off on a journey, it gave me a sort of fear that I might not reach the other end. So I decided to change it.
#Person1#: Is the new car good?
#Person2#: Yes, It's newer, more comfortable, and it hasn't given me any trouble at all. When I set off, I'm quite sure that I'll be able to get to the other end safely. | #Person2# tells #Person1# why #Person2# sells the old car and the problems the car has. #Person2# is satisfied with the new car. |
train_6987 | #Person1#: It's a great art show, isn't it? By the way, I'm Jim.
#Person2#: Yes, it's successful. I'm Nancy. Nice to meet you.
#Person1#: Me too. Are you from France?
#Person2#: Actually, I was born in London, and I grew up in Paris. What about you?
#Person1#: Oh, I'm a local man in New York. I'm an art teacher in New York University. This art show is held by my students.
#Person2#: Really? Great! I'm a student majoring in piano performance in the same college. I'll hold a piano party next Saturday night at the Silver Bar. Would you like to come?
#Person1#: I'd love to. Could I take my daughter with me? Besides painting, she is fond of piano as well.
#Person2#: Sure. | Jim teaches at NYU and Nancy learns there. Nancy invites him to a piano party and Jim will go with his daughter. |
train_6988 | #Person1#: Hello, this is Bob. Is that Mary?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: How are you feeling today?
#Person2#: A little better. Thank you, Bob.
#Person1#: You're welcome. I hope you can come back soon.
#Person2#: I hope so, too, but the doctor said I had to stay in bed for at least a week.
#Person1#: Oh, dear! That's too long! Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: Well, now I'm worried about my lessons.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. You needn't worry about them. Just get lots of rest. I'll go to help you with your lessons after school from tomorrow on.
#Person2#: That's very kind of you. Thanks a lot.
#Person1#: By the way, Mrs. Smith will go to see you tomorrow evening after work.
#Person2#: Oh. She's so busy. She needn't do that. Please tell her that I am all right, OK?
#Person1#: OK. See you tomorrow.
#Person2#: Bye-bye. | Mary has to stay in bed for at least a week. Bob'll help her with her lessons. Bob says Mrs. Smith'll visit Mary but Mary thinks she needn't do that. |
train_6989 | #Person1#: Why are you asking me about my boyfriend?
#Person2#: Well, Brad from school asked me out just today.
#Person1#: Brad Bush? Good for you!
#Person2#: But I don't know what to do.
#Person1#: You mean you've never had a boyfriend?
#Person2#: My mom says no boyfriend until I'm in college.
#Person1#: Until college?
#Person2#: Actually, that's what a lot of parents in Taiwan say to their kids. | #Person2# tells #Person1# Brad asks #Person2# out. #Person1# is surprised that #Person2# never had a boyfriend before. |
train_6990 | #Person1#: I really need to find a parking spot.
#Person2#: Are you looking for a space on or off campus?
#Person1#: Do you know any spaces on campus?
#Person2#: You can park in the student parking structure.
#Person1#: Where is it located?
#Person2#: You'll find the parking structure on the west side of the campus.
#Person1#: Do you have any idea if the parking structure has any spaces left?
#Person2#: Last time I checked, it was pretty empty.
#Person1#: What time was it when you went up there?
#Person2#: That was earlier this morning.
#Person1#: It wouldn't be full right now, would it?
#Person2#: I have no idea. | #Person2# advises #Person1# to park in the student parking structure, but #Person2# is not sure whether it's full now. |
train_6991 | #Person1#: Why don't you watch where you're going?
#Person2#: Me? You're the one who pulled out in front of me!
#Person1#: There was plenty of room for me to pull out. You didn't have to stay in the lane you were in.
#Person2#: Hey, listen. I had every right to stay in the lane I was in. You were supposed to wait until I passed to pull out. And anyhow, you didn't give me any time to change lanes. All of a sudden--BANG--there you are right in front of me.
#Person1#: I think my arm is broken.
#Person2#: Sorry about your arm, but it serves you right. You need to learn how to drive. You're lucky you didn't get killed. And I'm lucky to be alive too.
#Person1#: Listen, let's just wait until the police get here. Then we can decide whose fault this accident was.
#Person2#: Fine with me. I know the laws of the road. I'm not worried.
#Person1#: I have a cell phone in my car. Now it's probably on the floor on the passenger side. Why don't you get it for me, and then I can call the police?
#Person2#: Alright.
#Person1#: It doesn't work. It looks like it's broken. I need to get to a hospital. You should drive me there.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah? It's better if we make a police report first. Then you can go to the hospital.
#Person1#: Damn it! I'm injured here. We could wait all day for the police.
#Person2#: Well, you'll just have to wait. I'm not going to move my car until the police arrive. I'll go into one of those houses over there and use their phone. Don't worry. You'll get to the hospital in time.
#Person1#: It really hurts.
#Person2#: Yes, maybe it does. But if you're going to drive like you did just now, you will have to get used to a little physical pain. You know what I mean?
#Person1#: To hell with you. The accident was your fault.
#Person2#: I'm afraid it wasn't. And when the police get here, you will also see that it wasn't. But enough of this bickering. I'm going to go find a phone. Don't move that arm while I'm gone. Alright?
#Person1#: To hell with you. | #Person1# and #Person2# had a car accident. #Person1# thinks #Person2# shouldn't stay in the lane but #Person2# thinks #Person1# needs to learn how to drive and should have waited. #Person1#'s arm hurts so #Person1# wants to go to the hospital, but #Person2# insists on making a police report first. They both get angry and rude. |
train_6992 | #Person1#: You mustn't touch the wet paint, Bill.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. I won't do it again.
#Person1#: Try to be more careful in future. Look! you've damaged the sign.
#Person2#: Is this the sign? What does it says?
#Person1#: It says No somking here. | #Person1# asks Bill not to touch the wet paint. |
train_6993 | #Person1#: Are you ready to go to the bank?
#Person2#: Sure, what do you need to do there?
#Person1#: There's problem with my bank statement. There's a mistake on it. I also need to withdraw some money fome the ATM.
#Person2#: I have to exchange some money.
#Person1#: that's right. You're going away next week.
#Person2#: I also want to see if my salary has been paid into my bank account. There was a problem last week.
#Person1#: I have to pay my credit bill too. If I don't pay it soon, the credit card company will charge me interest.
#Person2#: Their interest rates are usually quite high. It's a good idea to pay off your credit card debts before they attract interest. | #Person1# wants to correct the bank statement, withdraw money and pay the credit bill. #Person2# wants to exchange money and check the salary in the bank account. |
train_6994 | #Person1#: I've never met anyone like Clyde before.
#Person2#: He's such a buppie-a black yuppie. Black people come in all shapes and sizes. Just check out the party.
#Person1#: Wow! There are so many different people here. I expected mostly athletes and rappers.
#Person2#: You'll find some of those here, too. But not if you don't shake it up! There's an African saying, 'If you can talk, you can sing! If you can walk, you can dance! '
#Person1#: Then I'll just shut up and sit down! | #Person2# tells #Person1# black people are born to be good at talking and dancing. |
train_6995 | #Person1#: Everyone wants to be financial lose kill. You must invest your savings if you planed to retire rich. I'm thinking about buying stocks. It can be a good investment if I can manage well. What do you say?
#Person2#: I partly agree with you. Buying stocks is not difficult, but making money consistently from buying stock is very difficult. Even professionals don't find it easy, so be careful. Anyway, people like us need help with investing. Why not do some online research? There are data, reports and discussion forums to educate people on how to invest. In addition, you need to visit an established website that offers stock charts.
#Person1#: Wow, you sound very professional.
#Person2#: I just watched the investment TV program last weekend. It has become a very hot topic these days. Actually I am not even a beginner. | #Person1# wants to buy stocks to retire rich. #Person2# advises #Person1# to do some online research and visit a website offering stock charts. #Person1# thinks #Person2#'s professional. |
train_6996 | #Person1#: Tell me about your school, Daniel. I'm going there next term. I start on January fourth.
#Person2#: Great, Tina, but it's the fifth. No sorry, the sixth not the fourth.
#Person1#: Oh right. What time do lessons start? Is it 8:50, like at my old school?
#Person2#: No, we start half an hour earlier, at 8:20.
#Person1#: Oh, that's much earlier. Do you usually walk to school?
#Person2#: No, it's too far. I go on my bike, but there is a bus. You can take.
#Person1#: I see. Is there a uniform?
#Person2#: Yes, there is. They don't let us wear jeans. We have to wear boring trousers and coats, but there is a black sweater which is in bad.
#Person1#: Oh, and what are the teachers like?
#Person2#: Well, the maths teacher is cool. We have excellent lessons with him but I did board in history. And I don't enjoy my English lessons at all.
#Person1#: Do you have any sports lessons?
#Person2#: Yeah, we play football. I really prefer tennis or swimming. But we don't do those sports at all.
#Person1#: I see. Well, thanks Daniel. | Daniel tells Tina that the school starts at 8:20 and he usually bikes to school. Daniel also tells Tina about the uniform, the teachers and sports lessons at the school. |
train_6997 | #Person1#: Listen, boys and girls. We're going to meet at the gate of the zoo at 10:00 on Sunday morning.
#Person2#: But I don't know the way to the zoo.
#Person1#: Haven't you ever been to the zoo?
#Person2#: No, never. My family moved to the city last month.
#Person1#: OK. Let me think it over. You can come here first. I will pick you up at the school gate.
#Person2#: When should we meet here?
#Person1#: At 9 o'clock.
#Person2#: OK, I'll see you at 9:00 o'clock tomorrow morning. | #Person2# doesn't know the way to the zoo so #Person1# will pick up #Person2# at the school gate. |
train_6998 | #Person1#: Mom, can I go out to play?
#Person2#: Well, did you get your Saturday's work done?
#Person1#: Um, do I have to, mom?
#Person2#: You know the rules. No playing until the work is done.
#Person1#: So what is my work?
#Person2#: Well, first, you have to clean the carpet of the family room and the hall and be sure to dust everything. Oh, and don't forget to wipe the walls.
#Person1#: OK.
#Person2#: And after that, sweep and mop the kitchen floor and be sure to polish the table in the living room.
#Person1#: OK, OK.
#Person2#: And make your bed and pick up all your toys in your room and put them away and...
#Person1#: More?
#Person2#: Yeah, and then, how about going out for lunch and getting a big ice cream? But you probably won't want to do that.
#Person1#: Yes, yes, of course I will. You know that.
#Person2#: OK, while you're doing your work, I'll be out in the yard taking care of my flowers. | #Person1# wants to go out to play but #Person1#'s mom asks #Person1# to get the work done first. Mom asks #Person1# to do some cleaning and suggests having lunch outside. |
train_6999 | #Person1#: It's Saturday tomorrow. Do you have any plans?
#Person2#: Busy as usual. I will send Annie to her piano class at 9:00 tomorrow morning and then take Michael to hospital. Besides, I will make a birthday cake for Lynn. Tomorrow is her fifth birthday.
#Person1#: Why isn't John giving a hand?
#Person2#: An international meeting is going to be held in London next week. He is leaving tomorrow and will be back in 2 weeks.
#Person1#: I see. Give me a call if you need any help. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# is busy tomorrow and John cannot help because he will leave for a meeting. |
train_7000 | #Person1#: I wish I could play music like you. When did you learn to play the guitar?
#Person2#: Oh, I've been playing since I was 8 and I'm 17 years old now. During that time I learned to play the drum too.
#Person1#: What about it? That must be really difficult.
#Person2#: In the beginning it really was, but after a few lessons, I got better. Practice makes perfect, you know? For me, the most difficult is the piano. I once tried it but gave up. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# plays guitar from age 8 but #Person2# thinks playing the piano is the most difficult. |
train_7001 | #Person1#: Hello, Mike. What are you doing in this part of London?
#Person2#: Well, in fact I'm looking for a flat round here.
#Person1#: A flat? Do you want to move?
#Person2#: Yes, actually. Believe it or not, Mandy and I are getting married.
#Person1#: It's great. Congratulations. When did you decide?
#Person2#: Only last week. It was when we were staying with her family in Schottland. Now we're trying to find a suitable flat.
#Person1#: It will be great to have you as neighbors. I hope you manage to buy one soon.
#Person2#: We aren't looking for one to buy. We don't have enough money yet. We want to find somewhere to rent.
#Person1#: Yes, of course, that's what we did at first. In fact, in the end my brother lent us some money. That's how we managed to buy ours.
#Person2#: Really? Perhaps I'll talk to my family about it. Now, what about a coffee? There's a good place just around the corner.
#Person1#: What a good idea. | Mike tells #Person1# he will rent a flat because he's getting married and has not enough money. #Person1# says #Person1#'s brother lent #Person1# some money to buy the flat. Mike will turn to his family as well. |
train_7002 | #Person1#: Did you grab everything from the car? We should check before we leave this area. We have a long day of hiking ahead of us.
#Person2#: Yes, I did it already. Where should we go now?
#Person1#: We're going up to the top part of the mountain.
#Person2#: Is that where we get the tickets?
#Person1#: Yeah, it's about a 20-minute walk from here.
#Person2#: That's not so bad.
#Person1#: Just wait till we get the tickets. It's a 3-hour hike from there to the top.
#Person2#: How far is the lake from the top?
#Person1#: Another 40 minutes, we can have lunch at the top or down by the water.
#Person2#: We had a late breakfast, so I can wait. I'm excited to see this lake. The guidebook says it changes color throughout the year.
#Person1#: That's true, in the fall and winter, it's skyblue because of the light reflecting off tiny pieces of ice in the lake. At this time of year. It turns green because of the plants that grow under the water.
#Person2#: That's so cool, it's a good thing I brought my camera. | #Person1# and #Person2# are waiting to get the tickets and it'll take 3 hours to hike from there to the top. They are excited to see the lake that changes color throughout the year. |
train_7003 | #Person1#: How do you spend these long winter evenings, Maggie?
#Person2#: At home. I don't go out in winter. It's warm and pleasant indoors and I hate going out in the cold.
#Person1#: Do you find it rather boring staying at home? I like going to cinemas in theaters.
#Person2#: Oh no Jack. I don't find it boring. I listen to the radio, there's always plenty of good music on. Besides, I do a lot of Reading. | Maggie spends winter evenings staying at home. Jack thinks it's boring but Maggie enjoys it. |
train_7004 | #Person1#: Excuse me, are you going to buy that textbook?
#Person2#: Well, yeah, I need it for a class. But it's awfully expensive.
#Person1#: Oh, we must be in the same class! Civil engineering?
#Person2#: Yes, that's the one!
#Person1#: Were you there last Friday for the first class?
#Person2#: Yes. I only moved here last Monday, and I registered for the class last Tuesday. By the way, I thought Professor Qian really seemed to know his subject.
#Person1#: Yes, his courses are always fantastic, except that he is very strict with his students. Hey, I've got an idea! Why don't we share the cost and use the textbook together?
#Person2#: Sounds great. Then let's sit together next class.
#Person1#: Sure. Let's pay for it. | #Person1# and #Person2# find they are in the same class. The textbook is expensive, so they decide to share the cost and use the textbook together. |
train_7005 | #Person1#: I got something really special in the mail today. It's about classes to help you set up your own Internet business. Doesn't that sound fun?
#Person2#: Oh, gosh! I don't know, just how much are these classes?
#Person1#: $500 for 5 classes. But they guarantee that you'll have your business set up on a website before your done.
#Person2#: Don't you think that's a lot of money? What kind of business would you start anyway?
#Person1#: Well, you know how everyone loves my homemade candy? I'm going to start selling it on the web. I'm going to call it www.sweettooth.com.
#Person2#: Well, good luck, you know it just might turn out to be a sweet investment. | #Person1# wants to take classes helping people set up internet businesses. #Person2# thinks the classes are expensive and it's a sweet investment. |
train_7006 | #Person1#: Hello, I'm from the students' union. We're doing a survey of students' eating habits. Would you mind if I ask you a few questions?
#Person2#: Not at all.
#Person1#: What's your favorite food?
#Person2#: Hamburgers and french fries.
#Person1#: What's your least favorite food?
#Person2#: I never eat carrots and fish.
#Person1#: How many meals do you have a day?
#Person2#: Well, I always oversleep, so I never have breakfast. And I'd probably just have a chocolate bar and hamburgers for lunch. So I don't sit down for a meal till evening.
#Person1#: OK, and is fresh fruit included in your diet?
#Person2#: Not really. I know it's bad, but I'm just not in the habit of eating fruits really. | #Person1#'s from the students' union and asking #Person2# some questions to do a survey of students' eating habits. #Person2# answers all the questions. |
train_7007 | #Person1#: Good evening. Do you have any rooms available at the moment?
#Person2#: Yes, we do. How many nights do you want to stay?
#Person1#: 4. If it's possible.
#Person2#: OK, let me see. I'm sorry, sir. I'm afraid we can only give you a room for 2 nights. It's a very busy period right now. We're almost fully booked these days.
#Person1#: Alright. I'll just stay for tonight then. It's too late to go to other hotels now. I'll search for another one tomorrow.
#Person2#: That's an excellent idea, sir. And thank you for your understanding. So a single room for one night. Here is your key card and your room is on the seventh floor.
#Person1#: Thanks. By the way, is there a swimming pool in the hotel?
#Person2#: Yes, there is. It's on the fifteenth floor, but it closes at 10:00 PM. So it was closed 45 minutes ago already.
#Person1#: That's too bad.
#Person2#: We do have a gym that opens 24 hours. It's on the fourteenth floor.
#Person1#: Great, thanks for letting me know.
#Person2#: You're welcome, sir. Oh, before I forget, breakfast deserved on the second floor from 6:30 to 10:00 in the morning. | #Person1# wants a room for four nights, but #Person2# can only give 2 nights so #Person1# will just stay for tonight then. #Person2# tells #Person1# the pool is closed but the gym is still open. |
train_7008 | #Person1#: I need my minibar restocked.
#Person2#: Everything is gone, sir?
#Person1#: There's not a drop left of anything.
#Person2#: Is there anything in particular you want?
#Person1#: Yes, the Perrier and the Jim Beam hit the spot. Let me have three more of each.
#Person2#: Got it. Anything else?
#Person1#: I really liked the apples. Bring me a couple of apples, please.
#Person2#: Not a problem. Anything else?
#Person1#: Oh, yes, one more thing
#Person2#: Someone will be up shortly with your order, sir. | #Person1# asks #Person2# for some drinks and apples to get #Person1#'s minibar restocked. |
train_7009 | #Person1#: I think that you look very cute today.
#Person2#: Is that right? This is a brand new outfit.
#Person1#: What store did you get it from?
#Person2#: I went to Macy's and picked it out.
#Person1#: I love your outfit right now.
#Person2#: Well, I think you look nice today too.
#Person1#: Thanks. I found these new shoes earlier at the store.
#Person2#: I think that those are some really nice shoes. What kind are they?
#Person1#: These are Chucks.
#Person2#: Your shoes look really nice. How much did you get them for?
#Person1#: They only cost me about forty dollars.
#Person2#: I'm going to go get a pair for myself. | #Person1# and #Person2# admire each other's outfit today and talk about dressing. #Person1# compliments #Person2#'s outfit and #Person2# praises #Person1#'s shoes. |
train_7010 | #Person1#: Oh!!! I have a horrible toothache.
#Person2#: You should go to the dentist.
#Person1#: I hate dentists.
#Person2#: Well, suffer then. If you have a toothache, you have to go to the dentist.
#Person1#: It always hurts. I hate going.
#Person2#: Stop being such a baby. If it really hurts that much, just let them knock you out.
#Person1#: O. K ., O. K ., I ' ll go.
#Person2#: Good. You feel better after you do. | #Person1# has a toothache. #Person2# persuades #Person1# into seeing a dentist. |
train_7011 | #Person1#: What should I do to prepare for a job interview?
#Person2#: An understanding of the basic workings of a company and the services or goods it provides is essential. Do you have that?
#Person1#: Sort of, but I could know more, I guess.
#Person2#: With that understanding, you can figure out what your company is looking for in terms of basic attitude. Right?
#Person1#: I think that they are a very formal company.
#Person2#: What you wear is important. So keep in mind what is suitable for the company and type of work you will be doing. Need help?
#Person1#: I need a lot of help in this area.
#Person2#: In addition to clothes we need to think about other basics, OK?
#Person1#: Yes, what else should we think of?
#Person2#: Be prompt. Don't forget to be friendly and interested. Listen carefully and listen to what they are really asking you. You'll be a hit! | #Person1# asks #Person2# what to prepare for a job interview. #Person2# considers it important to understand basic workings and advises #Person1# to pay attention to clothes and be prompt. |
train_7012 | #Person1#: Hello, hot water overflowed from the bathtub. Would you help me?
#Person2#: Would you turn off the tap?
#Person1#: I did it.
#Person2#: Then will you put all the towels under the bathroom door.
#Person1#: Ok, I will.
#Person2#: I will have our housekeeper come right away.
#Person1#: I am sorry, I was too tired to fall asleep.
#Person2#: When you woke up, the water was coming out the tub?
#Person1#: Right. Can I compensate for the damage with the travel accident insurance? | #Person1# asks #Person2# for help because hot water overflowed from #Person1#'s bathtub. #Person1# was too tired to notice the water but #Person1# is willing to compensate. |
train_7013 | #Person1#: Excuse me, could you please show me the way to the human resource department?
#Person2#: Yeah, but have you made an appointment ahead?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. I am Monica. I have made an appointment with your HR manager.
#Person2#: Just a minute please. I ' ll make a call to the HR office. Yes, they confirm your appointment. Please come in. it is on the 3rd floor, room 3106. You can take the right elevator as the left on is in maintenance today.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.
#Person2#: You ' re welcome. | Monica has made an appointment with the HR manager. #Person1# confirms her appointment and shows her the way. |
train_7014 | #Person1#: hello! What are you reading about in the newspaper?
#Person2#: hello! I was exhausted form studying, so I decided to read the newspaper to relax. Unfortunately, the news is so depressing. There has been another murder in the city center. I ' m shocked that the pole
#Person1#: people are starting to get frightened by it. Everyone will be relieved when they finally catch the murder.
#Person2#: you mean if they catch the murderer. I ' m scared stiff about going into the city center at night.
#Person1#: there must have been some good news in the newspaper. I can ' t believe that none of the news stories make you happy or excited.
#Person2#: well, there was one good piece of news. You remember the local girl who was dying of a rare blood disease?
#Person1#: yes. Her parents were raising money to have her treated in the united states.
#Person2#: well, they ' Ve got the money and she ' s going tomorrow for treatment.
#Person1#: I ' m so happy for the family! They must be very relieved and excited about that.
#Person2#: I ' m sure they are. Oh, and a local man won the lottery. I ' m so jealous! I wish it were me! I buy a lottery ticket every week and I ' m amazed that I haven ' t even won a small prize yet. It ' s so unfair!
#Person1#: don ' t be moody! I hope you ' re not tired, because we ' Ve been invited to a party this evening. I know how excited you get about parties. | #Person2# and #Person1# discuss the news from the newspaper. They are scared that there has been another murder in the city center. #Person2# also tells #Person1# that a girl got enough money to treat her disease and a man won the lottery. |
train_7015 | #Person1#: I hear you are expecting your family.
#Person2#: Yes, my parents, and soon my brother as well.
#Person1#: I didn't know you had a brother.
#Person2#: Oh, yes, he is two years older than me. He lives in New Zealand so I don't see him that often.
#Person1#: Oh, nice. Is he coming on his own or with the family?
#Person2#: His son is coming as well. He wants to go to university here in England so they will visit a few universities while they are here.
#Person1#: Does your brother have just one son?
#Person2#: No, he has two daughters as well. His wife and daughters are visiting her parents. So I won't see them.
#Person1#: I'm sure your parents are looking forward to seeing their grandson.
#Person2#: Oh yes, they are really looking forward to it. They went to New Zealand last year and loved it.
#Person1#: So when are they all coming?
#Person2#: My parents are already here. My brother and nephew are arriving on Monday. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s family is coming. #Person2# talks about #Person2#'s brother's family and says #Person2#'s parents are already here and #Person2#'s brother and nephew will arrive on Monday. |
train_7016 | #Person1#: Do you know that the dolphin is the most intelligent animal in the world?
#Person2#: Yes. Dolphins have a big brain and they are very smart. They are also the fastest swimmers in the world.
#Person1#: They must be amazing animals.
#Person2#: They are. I read a story about a dolphin saving a A from drowning in the sea.
#Person1#: I read that story too. They seem to be able to understand men.
#Person2#: They sure can. Maybe they can interact with men better than monkeys and apes. | #Person1# and #Person2# agree that dolphins are smart and amazing because they're the fastest swimmers and they understand men. |
train_7017 | #Person1#: Those are the headlines for today, and now for the international weather report with Mike Sanderson.
#Person2#: Thank you, Bob! This past week has been the beginning of Armageddon for many, a series of unprecedented meteorological events occurred around the world. In Switzerland, a major avalanche was reported in the Alps. Fortunately, no one was injured. Due to to the extreme cold this winter, a blizzard has struck the US Midwest, causing classes in schools and universities to be temporarily canceled. Moving to to Latin American, Ecuador has suffered a six month drought that has not only affected farming, but has also forced the closure of the hydroelectric power plant that provides electricity for the entire country. In Chile, a major earthquake that registered seven point five on the Richter scale struck the southern region. Losses are reported to be in the billions. Authorities have not yet released an official statement.
#Person1#: Not a great week for the world! Any good news?
#Person2#: I'm afraid not, Bob. One of the major volcanoes in Mexico has erupted, causing major floods and landslides in the region. Meanwhile, Mexico's coast has been hit by hurricane Liliana and officials say that all the seismic activity leads them to believe that a tsunami may hit Central America, affecting Honduras, Guatemala and Panama. That's all the news we have for today, but stay tuned for updates on the six o'clock news. Back to you Bob. | Bob is joined by Mike Sanderson and Mike gives a detailed international weather report. Mike says that a series of unprecedented meteorological events occurred and caused billions of losses. |
train_7018 | #Person1#: God, I didn't realize. I didn't, I didn't know. . .
#Person2#: . . . Who you were with? I didn't know whom you were with.
#Person1#: Excuse me?
#Person2#: Sorry, it's from the Godfather. It's when the, when the movie producer realizes Tom Higgins had emissary of Vito Corleone, it's just before the horse's head ends up in the bed with all the bloody sheets, you know, wakes up, and AAAL! Never mind.
#Person1#: You were spying on me, weren't you? You probably rented those children.
#Person2#: Why would I spy on you?
#Person1#: Because I am your competition which you know perfectly well, or you would not put up that sign just around the corner.
#Person2#: The entrance to our store is around the corner. And there's no other way of saying that. It's not the name of our store. It's where it is. And you do not own the phrase around the corner.
#Person1#: What is that? What are you doing? You're taking all the caviar! That caviar is a garnish?
#Person2#: Look, the reason I came into your store is because I was spending the day with Annabell and matt. And I was buying them presents. I'm the type of guy who likes to buy his way into the hearts of children who are his relative. And there's only one place to find a children's book in the neighborhood. That will not always be the case. And it was yours. And it is a charming little bookstore. You probably sell what 350, 000 worth of books in a year. | #Person1# suspects that #Person2# is spying on #Person1# and is angry with #Person2#. #Person2# denies and explains to #Person1# that #Person2# just wants to buy some children's books which can only be found in #Person1#'s book store in the neighborhood. |
train_7019 | #Person1#: Melissa? I'd like to invite you to my wife's birthday party.
#Person2#: Thanks, Frank. I'd love to come. When is it?
#Person1#: Her birthday is on the 9th. We're going to have dinner at a Mexican restaurant, and then maybe go out dancing.
#Person2#: Sounds like fun. You can count me in! Just give me directions to the restaurant. | Frank invites Melissa to his wife's birthday party. Melissa accepts. |
train_7020 | #Person1#: Hi, Mrs. Henderson.
#Person2#: Hi, Steven. Do you have time and chat with me?
#Person1#: Of course I have plenty of time. What's new?
#Person2#: The new couple next door divorced. Have you heard about it?
#Person1#: No. The Hills? Who filed for divorce first?
#Person2#: I guess it Is Mrs. Hill. She sued for divorce on the grounds of her husband's misconduct with his secretary.
#Person1#: Oh, maybe not. It's just your guess. Do not give currency to idle gossip.
#Person2#: OK. I close my mouth. | Mrs. Henderson tells Steven that the Hills divorced but Steven asks her not to gossip. |
train_7021 | #Person1#: Does she make any sense to you?
#Person2#: No. It's all Greek to me.
#Person1#: She's speaking French, not Greek.
#Person2#: I know that. I mean I couldn't understand her at all.
#Person1#: Me neither. All I have to do is study French hard.
#Person2#: I wish you the best of luck. | #Person1# and #Person2# can't understand a woman speaking in French. #Person1# decides to study French hard. |
train_7022 | #Person1#: How do you usually spend your time, now that you'Ve retired?
#Person2#: Well, I nearly always get up at dawn. I don't like sleeping in late. The days are longer in summer than in winter, so I get up in summer. I usually do some exercise when I get up.
#Person1#: What do you have for breakfast?
#Person2#: I usually have cereal, but sometimes I cook a traditional English breakfast.
#Person1#: that sounds nice. How do you spend your mornings?
#Person2#: I usually do housework in mornings. I go shopping occasionally. I like to do all my shopping in one bag trip to the supermarket. I always drive to the big supermarket in the city center. It takes about 20 minutes to drive there.
#Person1#: How do you spend your afternoons?
#Person2#: I usually meet some friends and we play sports together or I might spend some time alone on my hobbies. I spend winter evening watching tv, but I spend summer evening at cultural events if I have time. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how #Person2# spends #Person2#'s mornings and afternoons after retirement. #Person2# usually gets up early, does housework in the morning, and plays sports with friends in the afternoon. |
train_7023 | #Person1#: You see that chick over there?
#Person2#: The one in the red shirt?
#Person1#: Yeah. Isn't she hot?
#Person2#: She's alright.
#Person1#: Just alright? !? She's hot!
#Person2#: Why don't you go talk to her?
#Person1#: You think she's out of my league?
#Person2#: Hell no! You're just a chicken that's all.
#Person1#: C'mon. I get nervous when I talk to girls.
#Person2#: Why don't you go stand next to her for a while and if an opportunity comes up, strike a conversation.
#Person1#: What do I talk about?
#Person2#: It doesn't matter. You gotta find what she's interested in and go with that.
#Person1#: I don't know. . .
#Person2#: Do you want me to go talk to her?
#Person1#: No. Stay away from her.
#Person2#: If you don't do anything, I'll bet somebody else will.
#Person1#: Ok already. I'll try. | #Person2# encourages #Person1# to talk to a hot girl. #Person1# is at first timid but finally decides to try. |
train_7024 | #Person1#: Jack and Mary broke up.
#Person2#: it's so sad. They had been together for only two months. Do you know what the matter was?
#Person1#: Mary said Jack was cheating on her. Jack was seeing a girl from his hometown. One day, Mary saw them holding hands and ended the relationship immediately.
#Person2#: really? I'm very surprised. He doesn't look like a guy who'd ever do that sort of thing, right?
#Person1#: no, he doesn't. Anyway, she found out that he had been two-timing her for a long time.
#Person2#: maybe it is for the best. They are not suitable for each other because they have nothing in common and are completely different people.
#Person1#: how so?
#Person2#: he is an extrovert while she is an introvert. He likes parties while she hates them.
#Person1#: poor Mary! She really liked him.
#Person2#: anyway, she was right to end things and she deserves better.
#Person1#: do you think they'll get back together?
#Person2#: no, I don't think so. I know Mary. Once she makes a decision, she won't change her mind.
#Person1#: I hope she'll recover soon.
#Person2#: so do I. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that Jack and Mary broke up because Jack was cheating on Mary. #Person2# thinks they are not suitable together because of different personalities and they hope Mary will recover soon. |
train_7025 | #Person1#: A funny thing happened to me the other day.
#Person2#: Oh, yes?
#Person1#: I was just thinking about someone I went to school with, this boy I was quite friendly with in third grade. We used to hang out together - he lived next door - but then my parents moved and I changed schools and never saw him again.
#Person2#: Mmm.
#Person1#: Well, I was walking down Nan Jing Dong Lu ( Nan-Jing E. Rd. ) during my lunch break thinking about this boy-I have no idea why I was thinking about him.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: Yes. And suddenly I heard someone call my name. I turned around and there was this man looking at me. I didn't recognize him at all, but he obviously knew who I was.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah, that's embarrassing when that happens.
#Person1#: You got it. Well, he walked up to me and said my name again and then I realized it was the boy I had been thinking about, the one from third grade! | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# accidentally met the man whom #Person1# was exactly thinking of. #Person1# went to school with the man in third grade. |
train_7026 | #Person1#: What's the matter? You don't look well.
#Person2#: I am worried.
#Person1#: What about?
#Person2#: My exam.
#Person1#: Oh, is that all?
#Person2#: I feel very nervous about it.
#Person1#: Don't worry about it. Try to look on the bright sight of things. | #Person2# is worried about #Person2#'s exam. #Person1# consoles #Person2#. |
train_7027 | #Person1#: It's terrible how things have changed. You remember there used to be trees on all these hills.
#Person2#: Really? There aren't many left now.
#Person1#: No, they've all been cut down and now all the soil is washing away.
#Person2#: Were there any animals in the forest?
#Person1#: Yes, I can remember it very well that there used to be all sorts of animals and birds. But nowadays you just don't see the birds that you used to see around here. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about environmental changes. #Person1# says trees have been cut down and animals have left. |
train_7028 | #Person1#: We came too early. There're still three hours before the performance starts.
#Person2#: I know. Sorry, I shouldn't have rushed you, but I just couldn't stay at home and wait.
#Person1#: Never mind. What about taking a look around the theater?
#Person2#: Why not? I'd love to do that.
#Person1#: Here we go. There is a museum of the Beijing Opera art. ( They come to the museum of the Beijing Opera art. )
#Person2#: Wow. Look at this. So delicate and beautiful. Did ancient Chinese people really wear them?
#Person1#: Not really. They are just opera costumes. Do you like the embroidery?
#Person2#: I surely do. They must have had advanced machines in ancient China to do that.
#Person1#: No, no, no. They are all handmade, girl. You know, the ancient Chinese women were supposed to be good at needlework.
#Person2#: Unbelievable! I could never do that.
#Person1#: Very few can. That's why these clothes only appear in the museum.
#Person2#: Listen! Some people are singing outside. Is it the opera?
#Person1#: Oh, yes. I heard there was an opera fans club. They are probably practicing now. Wanna have a look?
#Person2#: Yes, let's do it.
#Person1#: Follow me. Make sure not to interrupt them.
#Person2#: Of course not. We don't do that. | #Person1# and #Person2# came too early for a performance, so they go to visit a museum of the Beijing Opera art. #Person1# introduces the handmade costumes to #Person2# and takes #Person2# to hear people practicing operas. |
train_7029 | #Person1#: Good morning, John. Have you finished reading the novel by Dickens borrowed from the library?
#Person2#: No. I caught a cold two days ago. I only finish reading half of it.
#Person1#: I'm sorry to hear that. How are you feeling now?
#Person2#: I'm feeling better today.
#Person1#: How many days do you plan to finish reading it?
#Person2#: About more three days, I think.
#Person1#: OK. After three days, I will come to you for it.
#Person2#: No problem. | John tells #Person1# that he needs three more days to finish reading a book because of a cold. |
train_7030 | #Person1#: Oh!
#Person2#: What fools we were!
#Person1#: To think of it! All my old silver! It meant so much to me.
#Person2#: And my new car. To think that he simply drove off with everything in my car. That's what hurts me most.
#Person1#: What's so terrible too, is the fools we've made of ourselves.
#Person2#: I hardly dare call the police. They'll just laugh at us.
#Person1#: I'll never get over it. Oh, Harry, it was all so unnecessary. That man!! How could he do this to us after we'd put him up?
#Person2#: And his story didn't even hold together. I feel such an idiot. | #Person1# and Harry's properties were stolen by a man they helped and they feel miserable. |
train_7031 | #Person1#: Good morning.
#Person2#: Ah, hello. Do you have a service for buying Traveller's Cheques?
#Person1#: Yes, we do. How can I help? I can give you a simple introduction, if you'd like?
#Person2#: That would be wonderful.
#Person1#: We usually recommend our clients buy US Dollar Traveller's Cheques, as they can be exchanged for local currency all over the world. They are certainly the most versatile.
#Person2#: But what if something happened to them? What would happen to my money?
#Person1#: As soon as you purchase your Traveller's Cheques from us, you are covered. No matter if you lose them or they are stolen, we will replace them promptly. All we ask is for you to write down the reference number of each cheque and keep it in a safe place away from the actual cheques. We will need that number if you need to make a claim.
#Person2#: OK, I'd like to purchase 500 US dollars worth of Traveller's Cheques, please. | #Person2# wants to buy Traveller's Cheques and #Person1# gives a simple introduction. Finally, #Person2# decides to purchase 500 US dollars worth of Traveller's Cheques. |
train_7032 | #Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: My daughter. She is missing. I don't know where she is.
#Person1#: What dose she look like?
#Person2#: She has blond hair and blue eyes.
#Person1#: What was she wearing?
#Person2#: She has a yellow dress on and red sneakers.
#Person1#: When did you last see her?
#Person2#: I just saw her down the street. I don't know where she is. I don't know. . .
#Person1#: How long has it been?
#Person2#: Oh, it's been uh. . . fifteen minutes. | #Person2# comes to #Person1# to report that #Person2#'s daughter is missing. #Person1# asks about her appearance and whereabouts. |
train_7033 | #Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm looking for a job as a clerk typist in English.
#Person1#: I'm Mary Kelly. May I ask your name?
#Person2#: My name is B. How are you, Miss Kelly?
#Person1#: I'm glad to meet you, Mr. Zhuang. Sit down, please.
#Person2#: Thank you, Miss Kelly.
#Person1#: What are your qualifications for being a clerk typist?
#Person2#: I can type 120 words a minute and I take shorthand at 80 words a minute.
#Person1#: Would you be willing to take a typing and shorthand test?
#Person2#: Yes, I would.
#Person1#: ( After testing ) Your typing and stenography are pretty good. Would you be interested in applying for the job?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to give it a try.
#Person1#: All right. You need to have an interview with our manager, Mr. McBride. Let's go to his office. | Mr. Zhuang wants a job as a clerk typist and tells Miss Kelly his typing speed. Miss Kelly thinks Mr. Zhuang is good and will take him to the manager. |
train_7034 | #Person1#: OK darling, I got some pizzas, potato chips, hot dogs and lots of cheese!
#Person2#: Oh John, I thought we said we would start eating right! Remember? Our new healthy lifestyle? That's all junk food!
#Person1#: Humph! Right, so what did you get?
#Person2#: Well, healthy food, of course! I got some whole wheat bread, skimmed milk, fresh fish and organic carrots. . .
#Person1#: Organic? What's organic? Do we need organic carrots. . . ?
#Person2#: They were grown without using any chemicals that are harmful to our health. And yes, John, we need organic carrots. . .
#Person1#: Oh, so organic vegetables are the ' green'option, right?
#Person2#: Yup, better for the environment and better for us!
#Person1#: Wait a minute, what's that? . . . Doughnuts? They organic doughnuts, Kelly?
#Person2#: I like doughnuts. | John got some junk food, while Kelly bought healthy food and tells John it's environmentally-friendly, but John finds Kelly also bought doughnuts. |
train_7035 | #Person1#: Does your chicken taste all right?
#Person2#: The chicken tastes wonderful, but it is kind of dry. Is your fish OK?
#Person1#: My fish has good seasoning but is a little dry.
#Person2#: It seems as if they got busy and left it sitting before it got to us.
#Person1#: Yes, maybe they are short-handed in the kitchen tonight.
#Person2#: Are your vegetables a little mushy?
#Person1#: The vegetables seem to not be very fresh.
#Person2#: Mine aren't so good, either.
#Person1#: I usually enjoy the meals here, so I think that we should tell the waiter that there is something wrong with this meal.
#Person2#: I think that we should let someone know. They will probably want to fix the problem. | #Person1# and #Person2# are unsatisfied with the food they ordered and want to tell the waiter. |
train_7036 | #Person1#: Hi. Are you new in this class?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. I really don't know anyone.
#Person1#: Did you just arrive in this country? You look a little nervous.
#Person2#: No. I was here last semester, but I didn't find out about this class in time. So I'm taking it this semester.
#Person1#: I took this course last semester too. Now I am taking it again!
#Person2#: How is it? Did you learn anything here? Why are you taking it again?
#Person1#: Wow, you have a lot of questions! I learned a lot. In fact, that's why I am taking it again. I get lots of practice in speaking, and also in writing. I'm sure you'll be glad you took this course. I'll even help you study if you'd like.
#Person2#: That's just what I need. Thanks so much. You'Ve been a big help already. | #Person2# is new to a class. #Person1# offers #Person2# some information about the class and will help #Person2# study. #Person2# is grateful. |
train_7037 | #Person1#: Yeah, I'Ve just moved here, and I'd like to activate my cell phone, and I'm not sure if I should go with a prepaid plan, or a monthly rate plan.
#Person2#: I see. Well, can I have a look at your phone? Unfortunately, this phone can't be used in the US. it's not compatible with our 3G network.
#Person1#: What? Really? I don't really want to have to buy a new phone.
#Person2#: Well, you're in luck! You see, if you sign up for our three-year plan, we'll throw in a handset for free.
#Person1#: Really? What's the catch?
#Person2#: There's no catch! You just choose a plan, sign a three-year contract and, that's it! Actually, we're running a special promotion right now, and we'regiving away a Blackberry Curve with our special Mega Value forty dollar plan.
#Person1#: So what does this plan include?
#Person2#: Well, you get nine hundred anytime minutes, and you can also enjoy free mobile to mobile calling to other Tel-Mobile clients, one thousand text messages per month, and unlimited evening and weekend minutes. Oh, and we also offer a rollover option.
#Person1#: Wow, all this for forty dollars per month?
#Person2#: That's right, plus the activation fee, the emergency services fee, the monthly service fee, oh, and any charges for extra minutes, and. . . | #Person1# comes to #Person2# to activate #Person1#'s cell phone and discusses with #Person2# about the service plans. #Person2# introduces their special Mega Value forty dollar plan and #Person1# is interested in it. |
train_7038 | #Person1#: Gongshan Development Co. , Ltd. may I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to speak to your export manager, please.
#Person1#: May I ask who's calling, please?
#Person2#: This is Mrs. Wang, from Jane coper.
#Person1#: I'm sorry Mrs. wang, but Mr. Fu is not in at the moment.
#Person2#: When will he come back, do you know?
#Person1#: I suppose he will be back at 10.
#Person2#: May I leave message?
#Person1#: Of course.
#Person2#: Please ask him to give me a call as soon as he return. he has my number.
#Person1#: Ok, Mrs. wang. I'll do that.
#Person2#: thank you. goodbye. | Mrs Wang calls to speak to Mr. Fu but he isn't available. #Person2# will tell Mr. Fu she has called. |
train_7039 | #Person1#: Have you seen Bill recently?
#Person2#: Yes. He's in hospital with a bad back. One morning, he just couldn't get out of bed. His wife called an ambulance and they took him to hospital. He's been there for a few days now.
#Person1#: Daisy's in hospital too. She god food poisoning last week. She thinks she got it from some bad seafood.
#Person2#: You have to be very careful with seafood. It tastes lovely, but it often causes upset stomachs. Have you heard anything from Tom?
#Person1#: He's fine, but he had a fever last week. He probably just had a cold.
#Person2#: He might be allergic to pollen. My niece is allergic to pollen. It seems like she has a cold, but in fact it's her allergy.
#Person1#: I see. My niece just flew back from Australia to visit. She's got jetlag now. she's just resting today, but we'll probably go out somewhere tomorrow.
#Person2#: It's nice that she's back for a while. Thinking of all these ailments, I got a splinter the other day. It took a long time for me to get it out of my skin. Look.
#Person1#: Oh, your hand is still sore. You should put some ointment on it to stop the swelling.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. You'Ve got a nasty bruise on your hand.
#Person1#: Yes, I banged it against to cooker yesterday. It really hurt, but it's OK now. the bruise will disappear soon. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the physical conditions of their friends, their relatives, and themselves. #Person1# got a nasty bruise on #Person1#'s hand, and #Person2# got a splinter. |
train_7040 | #Person1#: You are from Japan, aren't you?
#Person2#: Oh, yes!
#Person1#: I love Japan a lot.
#Person2#: I am glad to hear that.
#Person1#: Let's go to another place where my friend is working, let me pay here.
#Person2#: Thank you, I'll pay next then.
#Person1#: Oh, I must be going now ; it was nice talking with you.
#Person2#: Check, please.
#Person3#: 500 US dollars.
#Person2#: No kidding! We have only 5 bottles of beer.
#Person3#: You had champagne for the girl. | #Person1# chats with #Person2# and leaves. #Person2# pays their bill and is surprised that it's too high. |
train_7041 | #Person1#: To start with, may I ask why you chose to work at our company?
#Person2#: First, you have had an impressive growth record, ever since the company had been founded for half a century. Second, I can improve myself by working here.
#Person1#: Well, please look at the employment contract. I'd like to go over the main details again before signing. First, you will be getting a monthly salary, and no probation is involved.
#Person2#: Yes, I get it. Will the medical plan cover me while on duty?
#Person1#: Of course. A reasonable number of sick days will be covered by the company. Any extended illness will be covered by insurance. Have you read the other terms of the contract?
#Person2#: Yes, I have read. In the contract, I am expected to be available up to two hours past normal working hours. Is that right?
#Person1#: Yes, any approved overtime of more than two hours will be paid twice of the salary or take time-off.
#Person2#: That's exactly my understanding.
#Person1#: Good. Now, you sign here, you can start work the beginning of next month. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# chose the job because of the company's impressive growth record and chances of improvement. Then they go over some details of the contract. #Person1# tells #Person2# about the medical plan and overtime payment. |
train_7042 | #Person1#: Do you have the letter of approval of employment?
#Person2#: No, I haven't got one. My employment petition hasn't been approved yet.
#Person1#: In that case, you are not allowed to work in China, until you get the employment petition.
#Person2#: Ok, I see. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person2# isn't allowed to work in China without an employment petition. |
train_7043 | #Person1#: That was a beautiful car. It's a new car, but it's totaled.
#Person2#: Well, your insurance covers sufficient money to replace it. So you don't need to worry.
#Person1#: I don't think I could afford that kind of car again. I think I'll have to choose something that is not as hard to replace.
#Person2#: Since you are not the one who caused the accident, your insurance cost should be the same.
#Person1#: What will happen if I chose a smaller car? Would the payments be the same?
#Person2#: If you got a smaller car, the cost should be a little less depending on the model, age, and size. Would you still want full coverage?
#Person1#: Yes. | #Person1# discusses with #Person2# about the insurance of #Person1#'s damaged car and finally decides on full coverage. |
train_7044 | #Person1#: Did you hear about Joe? She hasn't eaten for days.
#Person2#: Why? What's eating her?
#Person1#: Love sick. You know who she's in love with?
#Person2#: I don't have the slightest idea.
#Person1#: Someone you're living with.
#Person2#: What? Not my Dad, I hope!?
#Person1#: Come on, Mary, it's your brother, Jack.
#Person2#: No kidding! Jack is such a log! He's never dated a girl.
#Person1#: The problem with Joe is that she's too shy to tell him.
#Person2#: And the problem with Jack is that he seems to have no interest in girls. He's putting his heart into his stamp collection.
#Person1#: Well, if you want to help your friend, you should do something about it. | #Person1# tells Mary that Joe's in love with Mary's brother Jack. Mary is surprised and thinks Jack only loves his stamp collection. |
train_7045 | #Person1#: Ben, what are you doing?
#Person2#: Well, I would say that I'm just drifting - - - here, in the pool.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: Well, it's very comfortable just to drift here.
#Person1#: Have you thought about graduate school?
#Person2#: No.
#Person1#: Would you mind telling me then, what were those four years of college for? What was the point of all that hard work?
#Person2#: You got me.
#Person1#: Now listen, Ben. Look, I think it's a very good thing that a young man, after he's done some very good work, should have a chance to relax and enjoy himself, and lie around, and drink beer and so on. But after a few weeks I believe that person would want to take some stock in himself and his situation and start to think about getting off his ass. | #Person1# questions Ben for his indulgence in entertainment and urges him to work hard. |
train_7046 | #Person1#: Next please. Hello. How can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to buy a ticket for New York.
#Person1#: Would you like one way or round trip?
#Person2#: Round trip.
#Person1#: When will you be leaving?
#Person2#: When does the next plane leave?
#Person1#: In about 2 hours.
#Person2#: I'd like a ticket for that flight please.
#Person1#: First class or coach?
#Person2#: Coach.
#Person1#: OK, let me check availability. I'm sorry. Tickets for that flight are sold out.
#Person2#: How about the one after that?
#Person1#: Let me see. Yes, that one still has seats available. Would you like me to reserve a seat for you?
#Person2#: Yes, please.
#Person1#: That'll be 120 dollars.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: Thank you, here's your change. | #Person2# buys a round trip air ticket to New York with #Person1#'s assistance. |
train_7047 | #Person1#: I want to buy some running shoes. Maybe New Balance.
#Person2#: Why do you need running shoes? You aren't a runner.
#Person1#: But I exercise at the club. And I use the stepping machine. So I need good running shoes.
#Person2#: That's not the same. Maybe you want to buy running-shoe-style shoes, but not real running shoes.
#Person1#: What's the difference?
#Person2#: There isn't much difference. But there is some difference. For one thing, real running shoes are much more expensive. They have very lightweight materials. They're designed for serious runner
#Person1#: And what are running-shoe-style shoes?
#Person2#: They look like running shoes. They have the same shape. And you can use them for running too. But they're not so serious. They aren't designed for serious runners. You can use them for exercises.
#Person1#: But they aren't as light, right?
#Person2#: That's right. If you want a really lightweight shoe, you should buy a high-quality running shoe.
#Person1#: That's what I want. For exercising at the club. I can even spend 100 dollars on them. I don't care.
#Person2#: But it's a waste of money. You won't really run in them! You don't need such a shoe to use exercise machines. It's just a waste of money.
#Person1#: My sister has New Balance running shoes. I want shoes just like hers. I don't care if they're expensive. And they look cool too.
#Person2#: Well, do what you like. There are different kinds of New Balance shoes though. You don't have to buy the most expensive.
#Person1#: I want the best. My sister said good shoes are very important. For support. They support your feet.
#Person2#: Your sister is a fitness expert, huh?
#Person1#: No, but she exercises more than me.
#Person2#: I really think you are stubborn about some things. But here. Let's look at the New Balance shoes.
#Person1#: Here it is. This is what my sister has.
#Person2#: Yes, that's it. That's their top model.
#Person1#: I wonder if they have my size.
#Person2#: Well, we can wait for the assistant to help us, or we can look through the boxes down here. What is your size?
#Person1#: Here in America, it's six.
#Person2#: Well, here you are. Size six. Woman's. 137 dollars. Wow, what a waste of money!
#Person1#: It's none of your business. Let me try them on. | #Person1# wants to buy the best running shoes no matter how much they would cost. #Person2# tells #Person1# the difference between running-shoe-style shoes and real running shoes and persuades #Person1# not to waste money on the best running shoes because it's unnecessary but #Person1# wouldn't listen. |
train_7048 | #Person1#: Where did you say you found your schoolbag?
#Person2#: It was lying under a tree between the language lab and the library building.
#Person1#: How do you like this bag?
#Person2#: Yah! It's strong and wonderfully designed.
#Person1#: How much is it?
#Person2#: 69 dollars and 50 cents.
#Person1#: I'll take one tomorrow. Oh. It's 6:30. I know the station gives the news every hour on the hour, but I don't know when they announce the weather.
#Person2#: Ten minutes to and ten minutes after the hour.
#Person1#: I see. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about #Person2#'s schoolbag and when the weather will be announced. |
train_7049 | #Person1#: Are you there, Mary?
#Person2#: I'm back. My bid on the Buddha is still the highest!
#Person1#: How much is my stamp?
#Person2#: Don't you want to hear more about my statue?
#Person1#: Don't get ahead of yourself. Fat boy isn't yours yet.
#Person2#: His name is not fat boy! You can be so rude sometimes. | Mary talks about her statue but #Person2# only cares about #Person2#'s stamp. |
train_7050 | #Person1#: I'm going to the beauty parlor. Do you want to come too?
#Person2#: Sure. Let's go. What are you going to have done?
#Person1#: I want to have a foot massage and haircut.
#Person2#: A foot massage sounds like a great idea. They are very relaxing. I'd also like to have a mudpack on my face. It's supposed to help with your complexion.
#Person1#: Good idea. We should also pedicures and manicures.
#Person2#: This could become a very expensive trip to be beauty parlour!
#Person1#: I think it's a good idea to pamper yourself occasionally. Don't you agree?
#Person2#: Oh, I agree. We both work hard and a little beauty treatment can relieve stress.
#Person1#: Maybe we should try a thai massage too.
#Person2#: What's special about a thai massage?
#Person1#: That's when the masseuse walk on your back and massage you with her feet.
#Person2#: Sounds painful! | #Person1# invites #Person2# to a beauty parlor. They are planning to have several expensive beauty treatments to relieve working stress. |
train_7051 | #Person1#: Why have you decided to change jobs?
#Person2#: I hope to change because my current job is not within my chosen field. Since my major was international banking, I really hope to work at a bank.
#Person1#: Then, why do you want to work for our bank since it's a new establishment in Shanghai?
#Person2#: Because your bank is a new one, I think I'll be given more opportunities, and the working conditions and surroundings are so excellent here.
#Person1#: It certainly is. But the work is also hard here. You need to put a lot of hard hours on the job to succeed in this field.
#Person2#: I expect to work hard , madam.
#Person1#: Do you mind going on frequent business traps?
#Person2#: No, I enjoy travelling. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# wants the job because it fits in #Person2#'s major and #Person2# might have more opportunities. #Person1# says the work is hard but #Person2# doesn't mind. |
train_7052 | #Person1#: How are Zina's new programmers working out?
#Person2#: I hate to admit it, but they're good. And fast. The Filipino kid is a genius.
#Person1#: So you'll make the Stars. com deadline, and have us up and running next week?
#Person2#: It'll be close, but we'll make it.
#Person1#: Good. After Stars. com starts paying us, we won't need Vikam's cash anymore.
#Person2#: And if we don't need them, we won't need Zina, either. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about how their company is working and the possible changes. |
train_7053 | #Person1#: Bye, mom!
#Person2#: Wait, Jimmy, it's cold outside. Put a hat on!
#Person1#: OK. Bye!
#Person2#: No, wait, you will be too cold without mittens.
#Person1#: Alright. See ya!
#Person2#: Hold on, with that wind, you're going to catch a cold. Wear this scarf.
#Person1#: Ok, see you after school. . .
#Person2#: Oh. . . and ear muffs! Put these on. . . here we go.
#Person1#: Mom?
#Person2#: Yes, honey. . .
#Person1#: I. . . I can't breathe. | Jimmy is leaving for school but his mother insists on adding clothes to him until he is out of breath. |
train_7054 | #Person1#: Hey, I just finished reading a great book. It's about Steve Jobs.
#Person2#: Really? But there are so many books about him now. What makes the one you read so special?
#Person1#: Well, the one I read is by Walter Isaacson. It's different from the others, because Steve Jobs himself asked Isaacson to write it.
#Person2#: Uhm, were they friends or something?
#Person1#: Well, they knew each other well because Isaacson used to work for Time magazine in the 1980s. And he wrote about Apple products. But it was mostly a business relationship I think.
#Person2#: So, what's the book about?
#Person1#: Oh, his entire life. There's a lot of personal information about Steve Jobs, because so many people, including his wife, kids and closest coworkers, agreed to be interviewed only for this particular book.
#Person2#: It sounds interesting. Did you learn anything that really surprised you?
#Person1#: I always knew he was a tough person, but I was amazed at how sensitive he was. He actually cries a lot in the book.
#Person2#: Really? Wow! I should definitely take a look. | #Person1# shares a book about Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson with #Person2#. #Person1# tells #Person2# the book has a lot of personal information about Steve Jobs and #Person1# is surprised that Steve Jobs was sensitive. #Person2# feels like reading the book. |
train_7055 | #Person1#: Hi, sorry I'm late.
#Person2#: I have just arrived here too.
#Person1#: I plan to drive my car, but Bob has to meet his mother at the airport.
#Person2#: You came here by bus?
#Person1#: No, by taxi. But there was a jam on the way.
#Person2#: OK, be seated please.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot, but why do you call me to meet here?
#Person2#: I have to ask you for help but let's have dinner first.
#Person1#: OK. I hear the dishes here are excellent.
#Person2#: OK here is the menu.
#Person1#: I'm really hungry after the boring meeting.
#Person2#: What about the fried fish and steak?
#Person1#: Wonderful! I like fish best.
#Person2#: Would you like a cup of tea or coffee.
#Person1#: Thanks. But I would like some orange juice.
#Person2#: OK. Waiter? | #Person1# apologizes to #Person2# for being late for their meeting because of the traffic jam. #Person2# wants to ask #Person1# for help but they order food first. |
train_7056 | #Person1#: Mr. Parker. When did you arrive home yesterday evening?
#Person2#: At about 8:00 o'clock?
#Person1#: What did you do right after you entered your flat?
#Person2#: Well, I washed my hands and then watched the Sports News.
#Person1#: When did you have supper?
#Person2#: At about 8:45 I guess.
#Person1#: Did you stay at home all evening?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: But your friend said, that he phoned you several times between 8:00 and 9:00. But you didn't answer.
#Person2#: Well, I think I was in the bath at that time.
#Person1#: No, you weren't, you were not even at home last night, you robbed a bank in James Street. | #Person1# questions Mr. Parker about Mr. Parker's whereabouts yesterday evening and accuses Mr. Parker of robbing a bank. |
train_7057 | #Person1#: I made a reservation earlier this week, but I have to cancel it.
#Person2#: No problem, sir. Just tell me your name, phone number, and date of reservation.
#Person1#: Great! I'm Rudy Randolph, 818-555-1234, and my reservation was for April 9 to 15.
#Person2#: Okay, sir, let me hit the delete button, and your reservation will be cancelled.
#Person1#: That was nice and fast. Thanks.
#Person2#: Not at all. | Rudy asks #Person1# to cancel his reservation for April 9 to 15. |
train_7058 | #Person1#: Believe it or not, tea is the most popular beverage in the world after water.
#Person2#: Well, people from Asia to Europe all enjoy tea.
#Person1#: Right. And China is the homeland of tea.
#Person2#: Yes, Chinese people love drinking tea so much. Some even claim they can't live without tea.
#Person1#: Do you know there are several catagories of Chinese tea?
#Person2#: Yes, I believe there are green teas, black teas and scented teas. Any Others?
#Person1#: Well, have you ever heard of Oulong tea and compressed tea?
#Person2#: Oh, yeah. Oulong tea is good for one's health. isn't it?
#Person1#: You surely know a lot about Chinese tea.
#Person2#: Sure, I like drinking tea at teahouses.
#Person1#: Oh, so do I.
#Person2#: Why don't we go for one now?
#Person1#: Great. We can chat while enjoying a cup there.
#Person2#: Let's go! | #Person1# tells #Person2# tea is the most popular beverage and they talk about the categories of Chinese tea. #Person2# then invites #Person1# to a teahouse. |
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