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train_7159 | #Person1#: Are you ready?
#Person2#: Ready for what?
#Person1#: Ready for the big switch.
#Person2#: What are you talking about?
#Person1#: The nation is switching to digital TV.
#Person2#: Oh. Of course I'm ready.
#Person1#: Did you buy the converter?
#Person2#: No, I don't need a converter because I bought a digital TV.
#Person1#: How much was that?
#Person2#: It was only about $ 120 for a 13 - inch screen.
#Person1#: Does it pick up any digital channels?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. I get six Korean channels but nothing in English! | #Person1# tells #Person2# the age of digital TV is coming. #Person2# says #Person2# has already bought one. |
train_7160 | #Person1#: How often do you use the internet?
#Person2#: I use it almost every day, but I usually only use it to check my email. I don't often surf the net. You use the internet a lot, don't you?
#Person1#: Yes. I use it to find products and components at the lowest price for my company. It can be frustrating when the connection is poor.
#Person2#: So, you're online eight hours a day.
#Person1#: Yes, I like the job though. Sometimes, I help other people in the office if they're having trouble online.
#Person2#: How useful do you think the internet is as a source of information?
#Person1#: I think it's fairly useful, but there are two big problems. First, a lot of the information you find online is false. Second, when you buy something online, you don't see it until you actually get it.
#Person2#: How do you solve the website problems when you're buying something online?
#Person1#: What I do is find the website of shops. Then someone from our company visits the shop and buys when they're seen that the products are genuine and suitable. | #Person1# uses the internet to find products for #Person1#'s company. #Person1# thinks the Internet is useful, but there are problems like fake information. So they would visit the shop and check the products. |
train_7161 | #Person1#: Do you know much about computers?
#Person2#: Not a great deal.
#Person1#: I've just been reading an article about them. they'll be used for all sorts of things now.
#Person2#: For accounting system and things like that, you mean?
#Person1#: Yes, but they are used for other things, too. Do you remember when we went to buy a ticket for the flight to Paris.
#Person2#: Yes?
#Person1#: The man asked where we want to go, then he type out the information on the form and waited for a reply. A few moment later, he gave us two tickets.
#Person2#: Of course, his machine must have been connected to a computer.
#Person1#: That's right. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the fields where computers have been used and take their experience of buying a ticket as an example. |
train_7162 | #Person1#: Nick! How's it going?
#Person2#: Oh, hey. . .
#Person1#: What are you doing in this neighbourhood? Do you live around here?
#Person2#: Actually, my office is right around the corner.
#Person1#: It was great to meet you last week at the conference. I really enjoyed our conversation about foreign investment.
#Person2#: Yeah, yeah, it was really interesting. You know, I'm in a bit of a hurry, but here's my card. We should definitely meet up again and continue our discussion.
#Person1#: Sure, you still have my contact details, right?
#Person2#: You know what, this is really embarrassing, but your name has just slipped my mind. Can you remind me?
#Person1#: Sure, my name is Ana Ferris. Don't worry about it. it happens to me all the time. I'm terrible with names too. | Ana greets Nick and tells him she enjoyed their conversation last week. However, Nick forgets her name and feels sorry. Luckily, Ana doesn't mind it. |
train_7163 | #Person1#: Did you have any hobbies?
#Person2#: Yes, reading is my hobby.
#Person1#: What kind of books do you like to read most?
#Person2#: Many kinds of books. When I was a child in elementary school, I enjoyed reading fables and science fiction. When I became to a teenager at middle school, I was interested in detective mystery stories. Now I like reading romance stories.
#Person1#: Are you in love?
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: People say only those that are in love like to read romance stories.
#Person2#: Well, maybe. | #Person2# likes reading, and #Person2# likes different books in different stages. |
train_7164 | #Person1#: The new computer software is driving me crazy! I really need a break!
#Person2#: I know what you mean, Carol. I'Ve had nothing but trouble with it. They say it's supposed to be easy!
#Person1#: That's what I'Ve heard. But as far as I'm concerned, it takes a genius to figure it out. Can you pass the sugar, please?
#Person2#: Sure. Why don't you sit down for a minute? You haven't taken a rest all morning. | Carol and #Person2# complain about how troublesome the new computer software is. |
train_7165 | #Person1#: How nice it is here.
#Person2#: You can say that again. The sun is shining and there is a pleasant breeze. It's so lovely.
#Person1#: I've heard the weather here is ideal, just like spring most of the year.
#Person2#: That's correct. We have four seasons of spring. | #Person1# praises the nice weather here but #Person2# says they have four seasons of spring here. |
train_7166 | #Person1#: I just finished reading this article 'Getting Old Gracefully'. It's a very good article.
#Person2#: What does it say?
#Person1#: A lot of things. There is a part about how old people should accept being old and stop feeling restless. You really should read it.
#Person2#: Thank you. But I don't think I'll bother.
#Person1#: Why not? What this article says makes good sense to me. If you read it, I'm sure you'll agree with me.
#Person2#: I don't think I'll have any trouble with getting old. But perhaps you can keep the article for a while, I may read it later. | #Person2# recommends #Person1# to read an article about getting old. #Person1# doesn't have such worries but may read it later. |
train_7167 | #Person1#: Professor, I'm concerned about my grades. Do you have a minute?
#Person2#: Of course, how can I help you?
#Person1#: I want to know if I am doing OK.
#Person2#: Let's pull out your scores so far. Do you think you are doing OK?
#Person1#: I am afraid that I might not be doing all that well.
#Person2#: I'm seeing that you are doing OK in some areas, but not so well in others.
#Person1#: I think I could take better notes and read a little more.
#Person2#: You can greatly improve your grades by always reflecting on what you can improve on.
#Person1#: I'm working on it!
#Person2#: Just do your best and I am sure that you will see improvement. | #Person1# is concerned with #Person1#'s grades. #Person2# gives some suggestions and encourages #Person1#. |
train_7168 | #Person1#: Are you almost finished with my hair?
#Person2#: I'm almost finished.
#Person1#: How much longer is it going to be?
#Person2#: I'm done now. Do you like it?
#Person1#: I absolutely love it.
#Person2#: You really like it?
#Person1#: Yes, I truly do.
#Person2#: I'm glad you like it.
#Person1#: How much do I owe you?
#Person2#: It's going to be $ 55.
#Person1#: Here you go, thanks for everything.
#Person2#: Make sure and come back in a couple of weeks. | #Person2# does #Person1#'s haircut and #Person1# is satisfied. #Person1# pays $55 to #Person2# happily. |
train_7169 | #Person1#: What an attractive blouse, You look so pretty in this blue dress!
#Person2#: Really? Thank you. I bought it in Spring Street yesterday.
#Person1#: It's very nice. It goes well with your skirt.
#Person2#: Thank you. It's very nice of you to say so.
#Person1#: Not at all. This dress certainly shows your good taste.
#Person2#: That's quite a compliment coming from you. | #Person1# compliments #Person2#'s dress and #Person2# appreciates it. |
train_7170 | #Person1#: Hello! How do I restock my minibar?
#Person2#: You've drunk everything, sir?
#Person1#: I finished it all.
#Person2#: Do you want the whole minibar, or just certain items?
#Person1#: Send me up three bottles each of Perrier and Jim Beam.
#Person2#: That's three Jim Beams and three Perriers. Anything else, sir?
#Person1#: The apples in my room were delicious. Bring me a few more, please.
#Person2#: Okay. Are you sure there isn't anything else?
#Person1#: You know, some grape juice would be really nice, too.
#Person2#: Be patient for just a few minutes, sir, and someone will be at your door. | #Person1# wants to restock the minibar. #Person2# asks what #Person1# wants and will have them sent soon. |
train_7171 | #Person1#: Boris, look at this sentence. ' Healthy eating is not about strict nutrition philosophies, staying unrealistically thin, or depriving yourself of foods you love. ' It's interesting, isn't it?
#Person2#: I'd rather say it's confusing. what are those ' strict nutrition philosophies ' about?
#Person1#: I believe they are careful calculations on proteins, vitamins and calories.
#Person2#: Probably, Iris. That must be the job of nutritionists.
#Person1#: Healthy eating is not about depriving oneself of the foods one loves. So we are free to have whatever foods we love. It is unbelievable.
#Person2#: Oh, believe it or not, I came across an article the other day, saying that pizza is a healthy food.
#Person1#: Seriously?
#Person2#: Yes, I felt exactly the same way as you did just now. Scientists must be crazy in saying so.
#Person1#: Maybe nowadays people hold different opinions on healthy diet.
#Person2#: Absolutely. I myself sometimes believe that healthy eating is just about feeling great. As long as I have enough energy, it's fine.
#Person1#: But one must have some basic ideas about nutrition and find the best way for it to work out for the body. | Iris finds a sentence saying that healthy eating is not about depriving of foods people like. Boris and Iris are both surprised at it. They believe one should have basic ideas about one's health. |
train_7172 | #Person1#: Hello, is this apartment management?
#Person2#: Can I help you?
#Person1#: Yes, this is the tenant of apartment ten. I guess my kitchen sink is clogging up again, and so is the bathtub.
#Person2#: Alright. I'll send someone over tomorrow.
#Person1#: Um, I'd really appreciate it if you send someone over to fix it today. It's really a bother. I can't cook or take a shower.
#Person2#: Fine, I'll be up in a few minutes.
#Person1#: Thanks, I appreciated it. | #Person1# calls #Person2# and says the sink and the bathtub are broken. #Person2# promises to come right away. |
train_7173 | #Person1#: I'm Mary Kell. May I ask your name?
#Person2#: My name is Zhuang Lingy. 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. ( After testing )
#Person1#: 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 to apply for the job of a clerk typist. After Miss Kelly tests his ability and introduces him to Mr. McBride. |
train_7174 | #Person1#: Hello, can I speak to Mr. Green?
#Person2#: Yes, speaking.
#Person1#: This is Steven speaking. I'd like to buy a stock.
#Person2#: What stock do you want to buy and how many?
#Person1#: I'd like to buy 1 000 shares of Duson.
#Person2#: Let me get the asking price of the stock. Just a moment. Oh, now the asking price is $ 90 each share. By the way, what is the offering price?
#Person1#: Let me see. The offering price is near or at $ 88.
#Person2#: Then the difference between the asking price and the offering price is $ 2. It's hard to take place today.
#Person1#: Do you mean that I have to buy it at current price?
#Person2#: You can decide by yourself.
#Person1#: I heard that this stock would go up. Hum, I will take it at current price.
#Person2#: So, now I will buy you. Are you sure?
#Person1#: Yes, please. | Steven calls Mr. Green and says he wants to buy the stock of Duson because he heard that this stock would go up. |
train_7175 | #Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I've come in apply for the position as head of claim department.
#Person1#: I'm Smith, the manager of Human Resources Department. May I ask your name?
#Person2#: My name is Zhang Due.
#Person1#: Would you tell me what education background you have?
#Person2#: I graduated from Beijing College of Foreign Trade. My major was International Trade.
#Person1#: Do you have any experience in this field?
#Person2#: Yes, I have been working in Lush Insurance Company for four years.
#Person1#: OK. Do you think you are proficient in both written and spoken English?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: OK. I will accept you for a three months-period of probation. Is this satisfactory?
#Person2#: Yes. | Zhang wants to apply for the position as head of claim department. Smith interviews Zhang. In the end, Zhang is accepted for a period of probation. |
train_7176 | #Person1#: I heard you want to apply for the position as a foreign bank staff member, is it true?
#Person2#: Yes, it's true.
#Person1#: What about the foreign bank?
#Person2#: It's a branch of the Bank of America in Beijing.
#Person1#: What are the requirements?
#Person2#: The applicant must be alert and quick at figures, and like meeting the public.
#Person1#: Would you be using English every day in this job?
#Person2#: Yes. Because the customers are mostly Americans.
#Person1#: The pay must be good.
#Person2#: Yes, starting salary is 6, 000 yuan a month plus bonuses. | #Person2# wants to apply for a position as a foreign bank staff member. #Person1# asks something about it. |
train_7177 | #Person1#: I want to get in shape. I feel like a fence sitter, not really fat, but not really healthy.
#Person2#: I know what you mean. I fit into my clothes, but I'm not always comfortable.
#Person1#: Would you like to get in shape together?
#Person2#: What do you have in mind?
#Person1#: How about going to the gym? There's one really close to work.
#Person2#: I know the one you mean. Do you know how much the memberships are?
#Person1#: As a matter of fact, they are having a promotion right now.
#Person2#: Let's go after work and take a tour of the facilities. | #Person1# and #Person2# both want to get in shape. #Person1# suggests they go to the gym together. |
train_7178 | #Person1#: Stand back from the door, please. There're plenty of seats in the rear.
#Person2#: What's the fare, please?
#Person1#: One yuan fifty cents. Drop it in the box here.
#Person2#: Is this the right bus to Zizhuyuan Park?
#Person1#: Take a No. 2. This is No. 12.
#Person2#: But somebody told me this was the right bus to take. I want to go to Tian'anmen Square, you see.
#Person1#: Then this is the right bus. Move on, please. You're holding up the passengers. Tian'anmen Square is the last stop but one.
#Person2#: Would you please let me know when we get there? | #Person1# gets on a bus but doesn't know whether it is the right bus to the destination. #Person2# tells #Person1# it is. |
train_7179 | #Person1#: I need to buy some fruit.
#Person2#: All the fruit are pretty fresh here.
#Person1#: How much are the pears?
#Person2#: They're four yuan per kilo.
#Person1#: Give me one kilo of those, please. Do you have any fresh plums?
#Person2#: Yes, we do. They are eight yuan per kilo.
#Person1#: It's a bit too expensive. We can get it for six yuan in the shop next here.
#Person2#: Take much and you can have them six yuan per kilo.
#Person1#: Sounds reasonable. I'll take three kilos.
#Person2#: OK. It's 22 yuan
#Person1#: Here you are. | #Person1# buys some pears and plums in #Person2#'s store after #Person2# agrees to give a discount. |
train_7180 | #Person1#: Would you mind if I ask you whether you are married or not?
#Person2#: To be frank, I was married once, and now I'm single.
#Person1#: Do you mean you got a divorce?
#Person2#: Yes, my first marriage was a failure. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about #Person2#'s marital status. #Person2# says #Person2# divorced. |
train_7181 | #Person1#: I think the position is pretty good. And the neighbors seem nice. However, considering the walls have to be repaired, and the shelves must be repainted, your asking price is a little too high. Could you give us a better price?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, but several people are interested in his flat, so I think we can get the price we were asking for. I'll show you another flat on Fifth Avenue this afternoon. It's cheaper than this one, but it's a bit small.
#Person1#: I'm afraid I have an appointment with a dentist. Let's make it some other time.
#Person2#: If this afternoon is inconvenient for you, I'll arrange another date. Let me know when is good for you. | #Person1# doesn't want to buy the flat because it is expensive. So #Person2# is going to show #Person1# another cheaper flat. |
train_7182 | #Person1#: Morning, Peter. Late again!
#Person2#: Oh, I'm so sorry. I can't tell you how sorry I am.
#Person1#: Mm, what's the excuse this time?
#Person2#: I must have turned the alarm clock off and gone back to sleep again.
#Person1#: Yeah, and last week,the car was broken.
#Person2#: Yes, I know.
#Person1#: Umm...
#Person2#: I'm really sorry. I promise it won't happen again. | Peter is late again. He feels sorry and promises not to be late again. |
train_7183 | #Person1#: My back really hurts. Do you have any medicine?
#Person2#: I can give you some painkillers. But don't you think you should go to the hospital?
#Person1#: Let me see if the pills will make the pain go away first. | #Person1#'s back hurts. #Person2# gives painkillers to #Person1#. |
train_7184 | #Person1#: What's that book you just picked up?
#Person2#: The sociology text professor Smith uses in his course.
#Person1#: You had better read it if you want to pass the course.
#Person2#: But it is too expensive. I simply can't afford it.
#Person1#: How much does it cost?
#Person2#: It costs 40 dollars.
#Person1#: Did you check the used book section here? Maybe they have one.
#Person2#: No, they don't. I have asked.
#Person1#: Why don't you get it from the library?
#Person2#: Are you joking? I've been trying for months and the book is always out. There are more than 45 students in the course and every single one wants the book.
#Person1#: Listen, you know my roommate, Henry, don't you? He took the same course last year and I believe he owns the book. I'll ask him if he'll lend it to you.
#Person2#: Oh, Tom, that would settle everything. That's very kind of you.
#Person1#: My pleasure. | #Person2# needs a book but can't afford it. Tom tells #Person2# that his roommate has the book and will ask him if he'll lend it to #Person2#. |
train_7185 | #Person1#: If you had signaled your intention to return a little sooner, this wouldn't have happened.
#Person2#: But I signaled in time! Just look at the mess you've made of my car! You were driving carelessly and your speed was above the limit! You're the one who's to blame! | #Person1# and #Person2# argue who's to blame for a traffic accident. |
train_7186 | #Person1#: Have you seen Mr. Li?
#Person2#: No, I haven't. Is he looking for me?
#Person1#: Yes, he is. He wants to talk to you.
#Person2#: To me? About what?
#Person1#: There's an opening in the sales department. He wants to talk to you about it.
#Person2#: Oh, that's great! What kind of this job is it?
#Person1#: He hasn't told me exactly. But it will be a better job than this.
#Person2#: Thank you for your help.
#Person1#: Don't thank me yet! He hasn't talked to you and he hasn't chosen you for the job yet.
#Person2#: I know. | #Person1# tells #Person2# Mr. Li is looking for #Person2# to talk about a new job. |
train_7187 | #Person1#: First. I'd like you to tell me a bit about your experience.
#Person2#: Well. I left school after I'd done my A-levels.
#Person1#: What subjects did you take?
#Person2#: French. German and Art.
#Person1#: Art?
#Person2#: Well. I really wanted to study Art. But a friend of my father's provided with me a job-he's an accountant in the city.
#Person1#: I see. In your application, you say that you only spent nine months with this firm of accountants. Why was that?
#Person2#: Well, honestly, I didn't like it, so I got a place at the Art College a year ago.
#Person1#: Did your father mind?
#Person2#: Well, he was rather disappointed at first. He's an accountant too, you see.
#Person1#: Have you any brothers or sisters?
#Person2#: Two brothers, both at school. One's eleven; the other's fifteen.
#Person1#: Right. What do you do in your spare time?
#Person2#: I like jazz and folk music; I go to the theater occasionally and act a bit myself. I read quite a lot, and I've done a bit of photography. Also, I've traveled a lot -all over Europe.
#Person1#: Very interesting, Mr. Brown. I think that's all I want to ask about your background. | #Person1# interviews Mr. Brown and asks about his educational background and working experience, his family members, and what he does in his spare time. |
train_7188 | #Person1#: You look a bit worried, Susan, what's wrong?
#Person2#: I just seem to be putting on some weight these days.
#Person1#: Oh dear! That's quite a problem. Can I offer you some advice?
#Person2#: Of course, what do you think I should do?
#Person1#: I suggest you go on a diet or at least stop eating too much of the things your mother prepared for you, and...
#Person2#: And take exercise, right? A lot of people have told me the same thing, but somehow I just can't get up early in the morning.
#Person1#: Well. Mother and I will help you. By the way, have you ever thought of arranging your weekend timetable, so you can go to the keep-fit club on the weekend?
#Person2#: Yes, that sounds a good idea. Thanks a lot. | Susan feels worried because she's gained weight. #Person1# advises her to go on a diet and take exercise. |
train_7189 | #Person1#: I've been told that you are a very successful businessman abroad. I wonder how you managed to achieve such success?
#Person2#: Oh, through a lot of hard work, of course.
#Person1#: I suppose that in a foreign country it was difficult at first, wasn't it?
#Person2#: Surely it was, especially when you only knew few people and little English.
#Person1#: You mean you didn't know much English then?
#Person2#: Right. I only knew a few English sentences.
#Person1#: That's incredible. Could you tell me what you did to make a start?
#Person2#: First, I worked as a servant.
#Person1#: Really? I wish you could tell me more about your experience.
#Person2#: I'd like to, but I must run to a meeting. | #Person1# asks #Person2# how #Person2# becomes a successful businessman. #Person2# talks about #Person2#'s early experience but ends the conversation shortly because of a coming meeting. |
train_7190 | #Person1#: It's getting freezing.
#Person2#: Yes. I bought a scarf yesterday. It's really nice and warm. Have a look.
#Person1#: Oh, it's made of wool. I like the striped pattern.
#Person2#: Yes, I adore simple fashions. How does it look on me?
#Person1#: It looks great, but you need something to go with it. It's too plain on its own.
#Person2#: How about this blue sweater?
#Person1#: That's a good idea. When did you buy it? Is it a name brand?
#Person2#: Yes, but I bought it when it was on sale, 50% off the original price. OK, what do you think?
#Person1#: That looks lovely. Just one more thing---you need a pair of earrings.
#Person2#: I've got a pair of pearl earrings. Here it is.
#Person1#: Perfect!
#Person2#: You have good fashion sense, Karen.
#Person1#: Thanks. We should be ourselves. There are so many fashion victims out there.
#Person2#: Yes, but with our sense we'll always look good. | #Person2# bought a new scarf as it's getting freezing. Karen suggests #Person2# have a blue sweater and a pair of earrings to go with it. #Person2# praises Karen's fashion sense. |
train_7191 | #Person1#: I'm exhausted. My new exercise class is so hard,
#Person2#: I think it is easy. I could work in your class with no problem.
#Person1#: You thing so?
#Person2#: Oh, without a doubt. When is the next class?
#Person1#: Tomorrw morning. Try it.
#Person2#: No problem.
#Person1#: Are you going to this class this morning?
#Person2#: Of course, easy. No sweat.
#Person1#: You're no able to move after this class.
#Person2#: Are you kidding me? It's going to be up a piece of cake.
#Person1#: Well, I don't believe you!
#Person2#: You want to bet?
#Person1#: Yeah, what't the bet?
#Person2#: I bet I can go one hour in your class this morning and not feel a thing. | #Person1# thinks the new exercise class is too hard while #Person2# thinks it easy. So they make a bet that #Person2# handle it easily. |
train_7192 | #Person1#: Jack, our teacher let me ask you which circus tickets you've decided to buy.
#Person2#: Well, there wasn't much choice of them. There weren't enough of the 12 pounds 50 seats for all of us, which is what I was planning to buy. And although there were lots of seats at 15 pounds 50, these were only on weekday afternoons, which I know wasn't suitable for us. So I'm afraid I've gone for the ones at 17 pounds 50. I know it's more than we wanted to pay. But at least we won't be right the back.
#Person1#: OK. | The teacher let #Person1# ask Jack which circus tickets he's decided to buy for the class. Jack says he would buy the expensive ones and explains why. |
train_7193 | #Person1#: Doesn't that cloud look like a bear?
#Person2#: No, it looks like a dog to me. That one over there looks like a bear.
#Person1#: No, it doesn't. That one looks like a cat.
#Person2#: The sun is setting. Let's leave, so we can make it to my mom's on time for dinner.
#Person1#: OK. Where's the car? At the garden gate?
#Person2#: We parked it on the other side of that mountain.
#Person1#: No, I think we parked it behind that hill.
#Person2#: Oh, I see it. It's straight ahead by that tree.
#Person1#: Oh, good. We need to stop and buy some flowers. Your mom loves fresh flowers.
#Person2#: Sure, I need to stop to get gas first though. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the shape of the clouds. Then they realize it's time to drive to #Person2#'s mom's for dinner. They will buy some flowers and get gas on the way home. |
train_7194 | #Person1#: Thank you for calling target.com. My name is Angela and I'd be happy to assist you today. What is the name on the account?
#Person2#: Mark Sanchez.
#Person1#: Thank you, Mr. Sanchez. What's your email address?
#Person2#: It's [email protected].
#Person1#: Thank you. How may I help you today?
#Person2#: I ordered some gifts from your website last week, but they haven't arrived yet. They were supposed to be here 2 days ago.
#Person1#: I'm sorry to hear that, sir. Do you have the order number?
#Person2#: Yes, it's 855321.
#Person1#: One moment, please. Alright, sir. I think I discovered what's going on. A couple of the items in your order were damaged during transport. We are in the process of shipping your new items, but it could take up to 10 days for you to receive them. | Mark calls Angela and wants to know why his order hasn't arrived yet. Angela finds some of his items were damaged during transport, and tells him they are shipping new ones. |
train_7195 | #Person1#: Amelia, I'll quit my job.
#Person2#: Really, why?
#Person1#: This company is small and many workers have been dismissed last month. And I can't continue working for a company that may let me go.
#Person2#: But surely they wouldn't fire you. You are one of the most experienced managers here.
#Person1#: Well, to be honest. I've gotten a better offer.
#Person2#: That's great news. Congratulations. Where will you be located?
#Person1#: The head office is in New York, but I'll be dealing with overseas companies. I look forward to that and at the same time, having a chance to use English more.
#Person2#: I'm sorry to bring this up now, but would it be possible for you to write me a letter of recommendation before you go.
#Person1#: Of course I can. If there are any other job opportunities at my new company, I'll recommend you personally.
#Person2#: Thanks, I appreciate that. | #Person1# tells Amelia that #Person1# will quit #Person1#'s job because #Person1# has gotten a better offer. After hearing that, Amelia asks #Person1# to write a recommendation letter for her before #Person1# goes. |
train_7196 | #Person1#: Hello, Anna. Are you free this Friday evening?
#Person2#: Yes, why?
#Person1#: There is a get-together at my home. Would you like to join us?
#Person2#: Who else will be there?
#Person1#: Oh, there all our friends. Peter, Paul, Daniela and some other classmates.
#Person2#: Is Jack coming?
#Person1#: No. I didn't invite him. I know you 2 are on bad terms.
#Person2#: Thank you. Shall I bring something to the get-together?
#Person1#: That will be wonderful if you can.
#Person2#: By the way, can Bob come with me?
#Person1#: Sure, he's welcome since he is your deskmate. You know my place, don't you?
#Person2#: It has been so long since I went there last time, but I think I can find the way.
#Person1#: Great! Be there at about 5:00 PM, OK? | #Person1# invites Anna to come to a get-together. Anna agrees after she knows Jack won't come because they are on bad terms. |
train_7197 | #Person1#: Hi, how are you?
#Person2#: It's nice to meet you. Thanks for coming.
#Person1#: It's my pleasure.
#Person2#: I wanted to meet with you to discuss your daughter.
#Person1#: Is she acting up in class?
#Person2#: Not at all. She's a joy to have in my class.
#Person1#: Is she really?
#Person2#: She is absolutely wonderful.
#Person1#: So she isn't causing you any problems?
#Person2#: No. She is actually very intelligent and well behaved.
#Person1#: I'm glad to know that you like her.
#Person2#: You have nothing to worry about with her. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person1#'s daughter is wonderful, intelligent, and well-behaved in #Person2#'s class. |
train_7198 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: En, I am looking for a porter, do you know where I can find one?
#Person1#: There are so many here.The men with red hats are the porters.
#Person2#: What's the charge?
#Person1#: Well, it depends how many pieces of luggages you have.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person1# is assisting #Person2# in finding a porter. |
train_7199 | #Person1#: I would like to buy some local handcrafts as gifts to my friends and relatives.
#Person2#: There are many stores selling handcrafts in Paris. Our store is wellknown for vase, table wear and jewelry boxes. You can take your time and choose whatever you like.
#Person1#: Well, the tapestry is delicate and beautiful.
#Person2#: You have made an excellent choice, it is our newcomer. The tapestry is on hot sell with the design and quality. The design on it is traditional Paris architecture.
#Person1#: How much is it?
#Person2#: 100 frances.
#Person1#: Mmm, it is reasonable. Look at this set of table wear, it is so beautiful!
#Person2#: We have a piece of table clothing to go with it. It is a brocade one with pretty stars.
#Person1#: This silver vase is a good ornament for the living room.
#Person2#: You are right.
#Person1#: I will take the tapestry, the set of table wear and the vase.
#Person2#: OK. Do you like these candles? They are on sale now.
#Person1#: All right. I will take one. | #Person1#'s looking for local handicrafts in Paris as gifts. #Person1#'ll take a tapestry, a set of table wear, a vase, and a candle with #Person2#'s assistance. |
train_7200 | #Person1#: Hey man, you wanna buy some weed?
#Person2#: Some what?
#Person1#: Weed! You know? Pot, Ganja, Mary Jane some chronic!
#Person2#: Oh, umm, no thanks.
#Person1#: I also have blow if you prefer to do a few lines.
#Person2#: No, I am ok, really.
#Person1#: Come on man! I even got dope and acid! Try some!
#Person2#: Do you really have all of these drugs? Where do you get them from?
#Person1#: I got my connections! Just tell me what you want and I ' ll even give you one ounce for free.
#Person2#: Sounds good! Let ' s see, I want.
#Person1#: Yeah?
#Person2#: I want you to put your hands behind your head! You are under arrest! | #Person1# tries to sell drugs to #Person2#, then #Person1# is arrested by #Person2#. |
train_7201 | #Person1#: guess what? I've got great news!
#Person2#: what is it?
#Person1#: well, you know how I've been working at the Economist as a proof-reader, right?
#Person2#: yes.
#Person1#: well, the editor-in-chief heard that I had experience as an editor at another magadize and asked me if I was interested in becoming an assistant editor for him.
#Person2#: really? That's fantastic! Will you get a chance to do any writing?
#Person1#: she said that the columnist for the literary criticism column would be going on pregnancy leave soon and that I could be in charge of the column until she came back.
#Person2#: wow! That's really great news. How often does the magazine come out?
#Person1#: it's a monthly magazine, but my column will be shared with another columnist so my articles will be due fortnightly.
#Person2#: are you looking forward to doing more editing work?
#Person1#: yes, but I'm even more excited about getting my thoughts published again!
#Person2#: do you have any order forms here so that I can get a subscription to the magazine?
#Person1#: I don't have any with me, but I think I could manage to bring a free copy home for you.
#Person2#: I'm really looking forward to reading your column.
#Person1#: me, too. Do you want to go out to celebrate my good news?
#Person2#: sure, where would you like to go?
#Person1#: perhaps we could go to the library festival that's going on at the local bookshop. | #Person1#'ll become the assistant editor for the editor-in-chief because the columnist will be going on pregnancy leave. #Person2#'s looking forward to reading #Person1#'s column and they decide to celebrate by going to the library festival. |
train_7202 | #Person1#: Shall we share a taxi?
#Person2#: Where are you heading now?
#Person1#: I want to go back to my college on the Huanghe road. It is very close to your house.
#Person2#: Is that the university next to the Teachers' College?
#Person1#: That's the one.
#Person2#: You mean we'll share the taxi?
#Person1#: Yeah. If we share the cab, it'll be cheaper. Besides that your Chinese is better than mine. The drivers usually have difficulty understanding me even though I practice my pronunciation carefully.
#Person2#: Well. Don't worry about it, I will be happy to share the taxi with you. | #Person1# requests #Person2# to share a taxi and #Person2# agrees. |
train_7203 | #Person1#: I heard that you finished my home inspection, and I was wondering how it went.
#Person2#: First of all, we need to understand what I was looking for. Do you know what the purpose of an inspection is?
#Person1#: I am not sure what a home inspection is all about.
#Person2#: I went there to check for problems with the home, so you aren ' t surprised when you move in.
#Person1#: Wouldn ' t the owners have told me about any problems?
#Person2#: Sellers aren ' t always truthful, and there might also be problems that they aren ' t aware of.
#Person1#: Can I require the owners to fix the problems?
#Person2#: You can make the sale of the house contingent on them fixing the problems.
#Person1#: What did you find out when you did the inspection of my new home?
#Person2#: There were no major problems. One leaky pipe under the sink and two broken roof tiles was all that I found. | #Person2# explains to #Person1# what a home inspection is all about and tells #Person1# there were no major problems when #Person2# inspected #Person1#'s new home. |
train_7204 | #Person1#: I'd like to request some more amenities.
#Person2#: Amenities? What do you mean by amenities, sir?
#Person1#: Well, the free stuff! You know the soap, lotion, shampoo, etc.
#Person2#: I see. Sir, if I may ask. Have you used up all the amenities in your room?
#Person1#: Not at all. I still have enough for the next few days.
#Person2#: Then what is the problem, sir?
#Person1#: I need some to keep as souvenirs!
#Person2#: Souvenirs?
#Person1#: Yes, souvenirs. Trinkets to remember my trip by!
#Person2#: We do have a souvenir shop on the first floor, sir.
#Person1#: Oh, that's not the same. I never pay for hotel souvenirs!
#Person2#: I'll call housekeeping. Someone will be up with more amenities shortly. | #Person1# asks #Person2# for some free stuff as souvenirs. #Person2#'ll call housekeeping to bring some amenities. |
train_7205 | #Person1#: Two people were robbed last night near the park.
#Person2#: Again? The area around the park is too dark at night. There should be more lights there.
#Person1#: I am afraid of the dark. I don't feel safe in the dark. I feel someone is hiding in the dark to attack me.
#Person2#: Your feelings might be right. You should never walk alone there at night. It is too dangerous.
#Person1#: I Know. And you should be more careful, too. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the robbery last night. They
think they should be more careful. |
train_7206 | #Person1#: That's right. And I'm going to be Vice President of Marketing.
#Person2#: Way to go, Mary. A lot has happened during the last few months, hasn't it?
#Person1#: You can say that again!
#Person2#: What's up with Vince and Elvin?
#Person1#: They work for Zina now.
#Person2#: And they're happy with that?
#Person1#: They're in awe of her. After they saw how she crushed WebTracker. . . but I guess you know all about that. | Mary tells #Person2# that she'll become Vice President of Marketing as Vince and Elvin work for Zina now. |
train_7207 | #Person1#: Hi, Michelle. Do you need to use the photocopier?
#Person2#: Oh, hi Jeremy. No please, go ahead. So how are you, Jeremy? I was talking to Linda about you only last week.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm fine, thanks. I'm super busy with work actually. Did you hear about the Lawson contract?
#Person2#: No, tell me more.
#Person1#: Well, I was discussing the contract with Bill and he said that they met the head of Lawsons last week.
#Person2#: And.
#Person1#: And hopefully they are going to confirm the deal on Wednesday, fingers crossed.
#Person2#: That's great news, Jeremy. Congratulations! Anyway, I must get back, but give my regards to your wife Monica.
#Person1#: I will, Michelle. Speak to you soon. | Jeremy tells Michelle something about his work while he's using the photocopier. |
train_7208 | #Person1#: How do you like Korea?
#Person2#: I like it. It's a beautiful country.
#Person1#: What part of the visit excited you most?
#Person2#: The best island of Korea-Jizhou island.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: Attractive scenery, pleasant climate, these make it charming.
#Person1#: Yes, I think so. But there is also something terrible.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Sometimes the traffic is too busy.
#Person2#: Yes, you are right. | #Person2# likes the attractive scenery and pleasant climate of Korea-Jizhou island, but #Person1# thinks the traffic there is busy. |
train_7209 | #Person1#: What did you think of the teambuiding session this morning? Do you think it did much good?
#Person2#: Well, a lot of the games were pretty silly. I don't know how much it helped us to be a better team, but i think everyone had a good time.
#Person1#: I think that's an important part of it all. . . we've got to be able to see another side of our co-workers and boss. . . We can see what they're like as real human beings, working together on some project, for fun. I really think it helped our team jell together better.
#Person2#: Yeah, I guess you're right. I think the trust game was my favorite. I think in order to have a strong team, we've all got to learn how to trust each other more.
#Person1#: The trust game was your favorite, huh? My favorite part was the personality tests. I think to know more about what kind of personality type you are will tell you a lot about how you can fit into a team. Also, when you know the personality strengths of your colleagues, it helps you understand them better. | #Person2# thinks the games in the teambuilding session were pretty silly while #Person1# thinks it is important for bonding a team. Trust game was #Person2#'s favorite while #Person1# liked personality tests. |
train_7210 | #Person1#: Hello, Bobby, It seems that I can't arrive at your home by 12 o'clock.
#Person2#: What happened? We're all expecting you, Hans, Dick, Archie. . .
#Person1#: I'm so sorry, I've been held up by the damn traffic jam for half an hour. I'd have arrived but for that.
#Person2#: I see. Where are you now, Li?
#Person1#: Thirty meters ahead is the Waterloo Bridge.
#Person2#: It's not far away from home, It's - let me see, about 20 minutes'walk, Can you walk here?
#Person1#: I've thought of that, but what can I do with my car? If only I had taken a taxi!
#Person2#: That's too bad, But don't worry. We'll put off dinner till one o'clock.
#Person1#: I'm so terribly sorry to keep you waiting.
#Person2#: It doesn't matter. Bye.
#Person1#: Bye. | Li tells Bobby that Li's stuck in the traffic jam and will be late for dinner. Bobby will put off the dinner till one o'clock. |
train_7211 | #Person1#: Thanks for the pizza. It was delicious.
#Person2#: It's okay.
#Person1#: Next time, it's on me.
#Person2#: Don't be silly.
#Person1#: I'm serious.
#Person2#: Alright. Next time, we can try some other flavors.
#Person1#: Certainly. The vegetarian pizza looks pretty good. It must be very delicious.
#Person2#: Definitely. I really like Italian food. | #Person1# thanks #Person2# for the pizza. They'll try some other flavors next time. |
train_7212 | #Person1#: Mm. . . How do I get this ticket machine to work?
#Person2#: Well first put your money in.
#Person1#: Ok, I'Ve done that.
#Person2#: Then just press this button.
#Person1#: Oh it's printed the ticket already. Thank you very much.
#Person2#: You're welcome. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to use the ticket machine. |
train_7213 | #Person1#: Mom, I hate eating vegetables!
#Person2#: You don't have to eat them. I don't mind.
#Person1#: Thanks, Mom. Can I have dessert now? I love chocolate cake.
#Person2#: No dessert for you unless you eat all of your vegetables.
#Person1#: But I don't like them. It's not fair.
#Person2#: You can have some fruits for dessert. If you eat an apple and a banana, I might let you have a small piece of chocolate cake.
#Person1#: Ok, actually I don't mind eating peas and carrots. But I hate broccoli and cauliflower.
#Person2#: I'll remember that for next time. You'll get extra peas and carrots, but no broccoli or cauliflower, ok?
#Person1#: Thanks, Mom! | #Person1#'s mom doesn't let #Person1# have desserts unless #Person1# eats all the vegetables, but #Person1# hates broccoli and cauliflower. #Person1#'s mom will remember that next time. |
train_7214 | #Person1#: What's the matter, dear?
#Person2#: Something awful happened. We went to the Portobello Road, and someone stole my handbag.
#Person1#: Oh, dear. Did you lose a lot of money?
#Person2#: No. Only a few pounds. But my passport was in the bag. That'what I'm really worry about.
#Person1#: You must tell the embassy about it. And I think they'll issue you with a new one.
#Person2#: I'd better go tomorrow.
#Person1#: No. But you mustn't leave it too long. Did you report it the police?
#Person2#: No. I couldn't find a policeman.
#Person1#: Well. You must report that it's been stolen. And give the police description of your bag. You'd better go to the local police station tomorrow morning.
#Person2#: Yes. I'll do it tomorrow.
#Person1#: And Lisa.
#Person2#: Yes?
#Person1#: Don't be too upset. It's not the end of the world. | Lisa tells #Person1# she's upset because her bag with her passport was stolen. #Person1# suggests she report to the police and tell the embassy about it. |
train_7215 | #Person1#: Hello. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: Hello. I'm here to get my salary.
#Person1#: I see. Do you have your Current All-in-one Passbook with you? I'll need your password for this transaction.
#Person2#: No problem.
#Person1#: And how much of your salary would you like?
#Person2#: I think just 3, 000 RMB will be enough. | #Person1# assists #Person2# in withdrawing #Person2#'s salary. |
train_7216 | #Person1#: I think if I'm going to find a job, I'll look over the job board.
#Person2#: Well, there's no doubt that lots of people have found employment in the help wanted section.
#Person1#: Right, so I picked up a copy of the Sunday Globe this morning.
#Person2#: Did you get a copy of the Herald too?
#Person1#: No, why should I? The Globe's help wanted section is the best.
#Person2#: That's true, but still the Herald lists some jobs the Globe doesn't have.
#Person1#: Not enough to worry about. Why do I waste the money buying two papers?
#Person2#: It's only a couple of dollars more. For that much money you can afford to risk it.
#Person1#: I guess you're right. I'll get a Herald as soon as I finish looking over the Globe.
#Person2#: Good idea. | #Person1# picked up a copy of the Sunday Globe to find a job in the help wanted section and #Person2# suggests #Person1# pick up Herald too. |
train_7217 | #Person1#: Excuse me, are you Sara Wilson?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. You must be Tom. Nice to meet you.
#Person1#: Nice to meet you too. Let me help you with your bags.
#Person2#: Be careful, Tom. Those are pretty heavy.
#Person1#: Wow, you're not kidding. Hold on a second. Hello, could you give us a hand, please? | Tom helps Sara Wilson with her heavy bag. |
train_7218 | #Person1#: Peter? This is Steven from China. I've got the document you want.
#Person2#: Great. Send it to me by FedEx tomorrow morning. Or better, call Federal Express for a pick-up. That way I'll get it even earlier.
#Person1#: That'll cost me a fortune.
#Person2#: Don't worry about that. I'll reimburse you as soon as I receive the package.
#Person1#: OK. I'll try. But I'm not sure Federal Express picks up mail in this city. If that's the case, I'll send the package through Chinese express mail service.
#Person2#: OK. | Steven from China phones Peter to tell him the availability of the document. Peter requests Steven to send it to him and he will reimburse Steven. |
train_7219 | #Person1#: Dad, can you buy a new camera? My old one has gone west.
#Person2#: What? I gave it to you only 3 months ago.
#Person1#: So, you didn't buy a good one for me. This time how about a better one?
#Person2#: Ok, son. I think I'Ve go to tell you the truth. My company has gone out and I'm now out of job. If you want a new camera, go and earn money yourself. | #Person1# requests #Person1#'s dad to buy a better camera, #Person1#'s dad tells #Person1# to earn money himself because he is out of job. |
train_7220 | #Person1#: What can I help you with today?
#Person2#: My washing machine isn't working.
#Person1#: What's the problem?
#Person2#: The water will not drain.
#Person1#: Is there anything else wrong with it?
#Person2#: No, that's it.
#Person1#: I can come down and fix that for you if you'd like.
#Person2#: When will you be able to fix it?
#Person1#: How does this afternoon at 2:30 sound to you?
#Person2#: That would be perfect.
#Person1#: Alright, so I'll see you then?
#Person2#: See you then. | #Person2#'s washing machine isn't working properly. #Person1#'ll come down this afternoon to fix it. |
train_7221 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, do you have any rooms available?
#Person1#: A single?
#Person2#: No. I need a double and three triples. My family is waiting for me in the car.
#Person1#: Please fill out this form, sir.
#Person2#: Ok. . . Here you are.
#Person1#: Here are your keys. Check out time is noon.
#Person2#: Is breakfast included?
#Person1#: No. | #Person2# checks in for a room for his family with #Person1#'s assistance. |
train_7222 | #Person1#: May I sit here?
#Person2#: I'm afraid this seat is taken.
#Person1#: Oh, is it? Thank you anyway.
#Person2#: You're welcome. If you ask the conductor when he comes by, he should help you find one.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the seat isn't available and suggests #Person1# ask the conductor. |
train_7223 | #Person1#: Tomorrow is Sunday. Let's go out and get some fresh air.
#Person2#: I know there is a beautiful farm in the countryside near Taipei. Are you interested in going there?
#Person1#: why not? I love animals and I love nature.
#Person2#: You can see many cows and horses there. lf you are brave enough, you can try horseback riding. it is fun.
#Person1#: sounds very interesting. I can't wait to go there.
#Person2#: Wow! It is huge and you can do many activities here.
#Person1#: That is true. Some people go camping, some people pick fresh fruit, some people go boating and some people go grass skiing.
#Person2#: I never knew there were so many fun things to do on a farm.
#Person1#: Well, now you know. Let's go to the lake over there. Some people are fishing over there. I haven't had a chance to fish in a lake, I really want to try.
#Person2#: I think we need to buy some baits and borrow some fish poles first.
#Person1#: Yes. we can get what we need at the stands right by the lake. Who do you think will catch a big fish first?
#Person2#: Of course. I will.
#Person1#: Wait and see. I want to try horseback riding after fishing. It looks very exciting and fun.
#Person2#: It is. However, you will suffer from muscle pain for many days you are a first-time rider.
#Person1#: No problem. It is always worth trying something new once in your life time. | #Person1# invites #Person2# to go to a farm in the countryside near Taipei together tomorrow. #Person1# tells #Person2# about the activities they can do there and they plan to try fishing and horseback riding. |
train_7224 | #Person1#: That was really a nightmare!
#Person2#: Honey, what's up?
#Person1#: I was stuck between 15th and 16th floors in the elevator.
#Person2#: Oh, really? I know that telephone signal must have been shielded in the elevator shaft, so what did you do then?
#Person1#: I pressed the emergency button! And then I stayed in the elevator waiting for the rescue.
#Person2#: Did you panic at the time?
#Person1#: A little bit, but I know that the elevator isn't enclosed. at least I wouldn't be smothered there.
#Person2#: Was there anyone else with you?
#Person1#: Of course, there are 6 other people in the elevator ; they were so scared that someone even started crying.
#Person2#: So you mean that you were the only brave one there?
#Person1#: Yes. I have to call the property management.
#Person2#: For what? Complaining about what happened in the elevator?
#Person1#: Yes. They should check the elevator regularly. I have to give them something to remember about, and they should also equip fire extinguishers in the building.
#Person2#: That was just an accident. you are worried too much about it. I think the property management will check the elevator and improve their service from now on.
#Person1#: I know what you mean, but I'd better remind them again, and also remind them to repair the button in the elevator for the disabled people. That has brought the disabled people lots of inconvenience. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1#'s terrible experience of being stuck in the elevator. #Person1#'ll call the property management and make complaints so they can improve their service. |
train_7225 | #Person1#: Hello. This is the front desk. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: Hi. I'm calling from Room 209. I couldn't find the TV Guide. Can you send me one, please?
#Person1#: Sure. Anything else?
#Person2#: Yes. There is one more thing.
#Person1#: Go ahead, please.
#Person2#: The mini bar door was open when I checked in. I didn't use it. Could you send someone to check it out?
#Person1#: We'll send someone right up. But don't worry about that. Maybe the service person forgot to do it.
#Person2#: Thanks. | #Person1# phones the front desk for a TV guide and a check-out of the minibar. |
train_7226 | #Person1#: Hello there, Sir. I've dealt with you before, haven't I?
#Person2#: You remember me! Yes, I'm with Li Wang Enterprises ; I'm the Accountant Peters.
#Person1#: Yes, of course, Mr. Peters! Good to see you again. What can we do for you today?
#Person2#: Well, we've just acquired a new business so we need to set up a lot of services with you. We are particularly interested in Agent Services.
#Person1#: I see. We offer Agent Services free of charge here. Before your new business begins trading, we could, on behalf of your existing company, do a series of registration and get the certificates you need. If you are unsure of the local laws, that is. | #Person1# remembers Peters from previous experience. #Person1# explains Agent Services as Peters's particularly interested in it. |
train_7227 | #Person1#: I'm Sue from Daily Magazine. We're doing a study of transport service in this area. Can you answer some questions?
#Person2#: How long will it take? I'm in a hurry.
#Person1#: It takes only a few minutes.
#Person2#: Yes. OK.
#Person1#: Do you live near the place of your work?
#Person2#: Oh, no, I don't.
#Person1#: Do you live one to five kilometers from your job, or six to ten, or more than ten kilometers?
#Person2#: More than ten. Fourteen or fifteen.
#Person1#: And, how do you go to work?
#Person2#: By train.
#Person1#: Do your family members always use public transport?
#Person2#: Yes, they go to work or school by bus.
#Person1#: Thank you very much, sir.
#Person2#: You are welcome. | #Person2# answers some questions from Sue from Daily Magazine for a study of transport service in the area. |
train_7228 | #Person1#: This is a great jacket, but look at the price! HK $600! It's too expensive!
#Person2#: No, wait, it's pretty reasonalbe. You're thinking in Hong Kong dollars, not US dollars. It's only about 100 US dollars.
#Person1#: You're right. | #Person1# misreads the Hong Kong dollars into the US dollar for a jacket and #Person2# corrects him. |
train_7229 | #Person1#: Did you see the late night film on television yesterday?
#Person2#: The one on Channel 8?
#Person1#: No, on Channel 5. It was about a couple who hitch-hiked across the Sahara desert.
#Person2#: No. I didn't. Was it any good?
#Person1#: Well, it was quite good, I suppose, but all those miles of sand did get a bit boring after a while. I think I prefer horror films to travel stories or love stories.
#Person2#: I went out for a meal with my friends, They took me to a Greek restaurant.
#Person1#: Sounds unusual! What was the food like?
#Person2#: Actually, I quite liked it.
#Person1#: I'm not keen on foreign food myself. I'd rather stick to roast beef or just fish and chips.
#Person2#: Yes. I notice you always eat chips! Don't you ever get sick of chips?
#Person1#: No, never. In fact, I'd rather eat chips than bread.
#Person2#: Well, I prefer trying new food to eating the same old things day after day.
#Person1#: I see, So you won't be coming to the cafe at lunch time with me, then. You'd rather eat on your own, right?
#Person2#: Well... | #Person1# tells #Person2# about the late-night film on Channel 5 yesterday. #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# went out with friends to a Greek restaurant and then they talk about what food they like. |
train_7230 | #Person1#: How are you getting on, White? Are you still working for the Merry Lynch Bank?
#Person2#: Yes, Kitty, that's right.
#Person1#: I suppose you know quite a lot about banking by now, don't you?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. To tell you the truth, I'm a bit tired of it.
#Person1#: Really? Isn't it good to work in a bank?
#Person2#: You know I've been working for the Merry Lynch Bank for over 15 years.
#Person1#: So you are thinking of making a change,are you?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. Actually, you know, I'm thinking of beginning my own business.
#Person1#: That sounds great.
#Person2#: Yes, I think it over, but the problem is money. If I had enough money, I'd leave the bank tomorrow.
#Person1#: What are you going to do to solve the problem?
#Person2#: I'll borrow some money from a bank, of course, but not from the one I've been working for. | White tells Kitty he's tired of working at the bank. He's thinking of beginning his own business and he'll borrow some money from another bank. |
train_7231 | #Person1#: Hi, Susan, Where were you at lunch time?
#Person2#: Oh, sorry to miss you. But my thirst for knowledge was greater than my stomach for food.
#Person1#: I never have that problem. So where were you?
#Person2#: My science class ran over. | Susan tells #Person1# that she had a science class so she missed #Person2# at lunch. |
train_7232 | #Person1#: Hello. Are you the person who has a house for sale?
#Person2#: Yes, I am.
#Person1#: Well, the advertisement says it has four bedrooms and three bathrooms, just what I need for my family of six. May I ask how much you want for it?
#Person2#: I prefer not to talk about the price on the phone, but let's say it's around 150,000 dollars. I would also require 40,000 dollars to be paid at the time of buying. Why don't you come by and take a look?
#Person1#: Well, I'm not sure whether I can afford such a payment of 40,000 dollars at once. But I guess it won't hurt to see the house. If you can tell me how to get to your place from South Florida Street, my wife and I will be coming. | #Person1# phones #Person2# to inquire about the price of the house. #Person2# says it's about 150,000 dollars with a 40000-dollar down payment. #Person1#'ll come to see the house. |
train_7233 | #Person1#: Waitress! I think there's something wrong with our bill.
#Person2#: No, I don't think so...$10 for the drinks, 15 for the small plate, and 20 for the main dish.
#Person1#: What? I knew the cheese sticks were 15. I always order cheese sticks, but I thought the main dish was $10.
#Person2#: Oh, that explains it. You think the bill should be $35.
#Person1#: Yes, exactly. I was wondering what happened to the rest of my change. I should have gotten back 15, not 5!
#Person2#: I understand. Sometimes people aren't honest, but I think this was an honest mistake. Didn't you order the sea cucumbers for dinner?
#Person1#: Yes, and they were delicious. Best cucumbers ever! I'm so glad I'm a vegetarian.
#Person2#: Sir, I am so sorry. Have you ordered sea cucumbers before? They aren't vegetables, you know.
#Person1#: Really? I thought it was a vegetable that grew in the ocean.
#Person2#: No. They're seafood.
#Person1#: Oh, no!
#Person2#: I'm so sorry, sir. I assumed you understood what you were ordering.
#Person1#: Actually, Jenny took my order. Maybe I can talk to her.
#Person2#: She had an emergency at home. I came in to take over her tables. But I'm sure if I talk to the manager, we can give you a discount for the order.
#Person1#: That's OK. | #Person2# helps #Person1# figure out what's wrong with #Person1#'s bill. It turns out that #Person1# ordered the sea cucumbers which #Person1# thought was vegetable, but they are seafood. #Person2#'ll talk to the manager about it. |
train_7234 | #Person1#: What's the matter, Paul?
#Person2#: Can you believe this? I locked my keys in the car, and I have to go to the airport to pick up my aunt.
#Person1#: So, what are you going to do?
#Person2#: I don't know . . . Hey, do you think I could borrow your car for a few hours?
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but I really need it this afternoon.
#Person2#: Well, could you drive me home? I have spare keys there.
#Person1#: Sure. That's no problem.
#Person2#: Oh, and Andy? Do you have a quarter for the phone? My wallet's in the car.
#Person1#: Here you go. Anything else?
#Person2#: No, that's it. Thanks. I really appreciate it. | Paul locked his keys and wallet in the car but he has to pick up his aunt from the airport. Andy agrees to drive Paul home and lends him a quarter for the phone. |
train_7235 | #Person1#: Can you help me find a pan?
#Person2#: Are you looking for a small, medium, or large pan?
#Person1#: I want a big pan.
#Person2#: Does this one look big enough?
#Person1#: Yes, it's the right size, but it weighs too much.
#Person2#: Well, what do you think of the aluminum pan?
#Person1#: It's light enough, but the handle will get too hot after cooking.
#Person2#: Here's the same pan, but it has a space-age, heat-resistant plastic handle.
#Person1#: Oh, my family's going to love this one. I'll take it.
#Person2#: I'm so happy that you found what you wanted. Do you want to use a credit card?
#Person1#: Sure. Wait, wait. Does a lid come with this pan?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm sorry. Here's the lid. Yes, it comes with the pan. | #Person2# assists #Person1# in finding a big pan for cooking. #Person1# buys an aluminum pan with a heat-resistant handle |
train_7236 | #Person1#: Hi there, I'm Steve Saunders. What's your name?
#Person2#: I'm Patti Whitney. Isn't this convention great?
#Person1#: Yes it is, better than I expected it would be. The presenters have been first rate. Is this the first conference you've been to?
#Person2#: No, I've been coming for the last 3 years. Each year keeps getting better. Where are you from?
#Person1#: I'm from Long Island, New York. What about yourself?
#Person2#: I'm from the other side of the coast--Los Angeles.
#Person1#: Wow. I really like California. . . the weather there is much better than the East Coast.
#Person2#: Have you been to California?
#Person1#: Just once. Quite a few years ago we took the kids to Disneyland on our vacation.They had a blast.
#Person2#: How many kids do you have?
#Person1#: Two,a boy and a girl.They're already grown now.
#Person2#: Well,California's changed over the last little while.You should come back out sometime. | Steve and Patti meet at the conference and they start to share some basic information about themselves. |
train_7237 | #Person1#: Good morning, Mr. Montgomery. I've been sent over from purchasing to fill in for Clare Williams.
#Person2#: Oh, really? Nice to meet you. I thought they were going to leave me here on my own! How long have you been with the company?
#Person1#: Oh, about seven years. Time flies, you know!
#Person2#: Does it ever! Well, let's get started. If you could begin typing this letter now, I'll see what else needs to be done. | #Person1# tells Mr. Montgomery #Person1# has been sent over to fill in for Clare Williams. They get started with work at once. |
train_7238 | #Person1#: When you are in a restaurant you want the waiter to bring the bill, what do you do to attract his attention?
#Person2#: I just make eye contact with him and nod my head. Then I tell him when he comes over to the table. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: I went out with my girlfriend to a nice restaurant last night and I noticed that many people shouted for the bill.
#Person2#: That seems a little impolite in such a restaurant.
#Person1#: That's what I thought. I just thought I'd ask you and see what you thought of it. Anyway, what did you do yesterday evening?
#Person2#: Well, it was a warm evening, so I stretched my legs. I walked along the canal for a couple of miles. Actually, several other people had the same idea. I saw Bill.
#Person1#: Did you? How is he these days?
#Person2#: He seemed ok. We didn't stop and chat because we were on opposite banks of the canal. We just waved at each other.
#Person1#: I need to move some furniture. Could you help me to lift it?
#Person2#: Of course. What do you want to move first?
#Person1#: Let's move the sofa. Can you get a grip on the bottom at that end? I'll lift this end. I want to move it sideways in that directon. | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss how to ask for the bill in the restaurant. #Person2# tells #Person1# what #Person2# did last night. #Person1# asks #Person2# to help lift the sofa. |
train_7239 | #Person1#: how did you do on your IELTS exam?
#Person2#: fantastic! I got an overall score of eight.
#Person1#: that's excellent! Have you received your conditional offers yet?
#Person2#: yes. I'm just waiting until I offically get admitted to the university with a conditional offer to apply for my visa.
#Person1#: do you know where the visa office is?
#Person2#: no.
#Person1#: it's just near the Dong Si Shi Tiao subway stop.
#Person2#: that's not too far away. Do you think I'll get a visa?
#Person1#: have you ever gone abroad before?
#Person2#: yes, I've been to Tailand, Egypt, and Japan.
#Person1#: have you ever been denied a visa before?
#Person2#: never.
#Person1#: that's good. Are you planning on immigrating to another country?
#Person2#: no, I want to come back to China after I graduate.
#Person1#: that's exactly what the visa officers want to hear. Do you have enough money for tuition and room and board?
#Person2#: I've received a full scholarship, so I won't need any other money to live off while I'm studying.
#Person1#: I think you have a very good chance of getting a visa. I can help you prepare for the visa interview if you want.
#Person2#: that's be great. The more prepared I am, the better. | #Person2# got a good result on the IELTS test and #Person2#'s going to apply for the visa. #Person1# asks #Person2# some questions that visa officers would usually ask and offers to help #Person2# prepare for the visa interview. |
train_7240 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I would like to check in.
#Person1#: Do you have a reservation?
#Person2#: Yes, my name is Steven Smith. I have a reservation from October 2nd to October 6th. I called last week.
#Person1#: Wait a moment, please. Oh, yes, Steven Smith. It's for a single room with a bath. Is that right?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right.
#Person1#: Now, Mr. Smith, could you fill out this registration form, please?
#Person2#: OK. By the way, where is the restaurant?
#Person1#: The restaurant is on the second floor. Here is the key to your room. It's on the 6th floor, room 609. The elevator is over there. And we also have a cafeteria on the top floor, if you would like something to drink, you can also call room service.
#Person2#: Thank you. | Steven Smith had a reservation and checks in with #Person1#'s assistance. #Person1# tells Steven where the restaurant is. |
train_7241 | #Person1#: Well, I'm afraid my cooking isn't to your taste.
#Person2#: Actually, I like it very much.
#Person1#: I'm glad you enjoy it. Let me serve you some more fish.
#Person2#: No, thank you. I've had enough fish, but I'd like some soup.
#Person1#: Here it is. Help yourself.
#Person2#: Thanks. I didn't know you were so good at cooking. If only my wife could learn to cook from you.
#Person1#: Why not bring your wife next time? I haven't seen her for quite a while.
#Person2#: OK, I will. She will be very glad to see you too. Thank you for the wonderful meal. | #Person2# admires #Person1#'s cooking. #Person1#'s happy with that and invites #Person2# to bring his wife next time. |
train_7242 | #Person1#: Did you catch the mouse yet? I know you wanted to get rid of it before your mom comes to stay with you.
#Person2#: I didn't. 2 weeks of planning and nothing. My mom always wants the house to be clean. I don't want her to know I had a mouse here. She would be so uncomfortable.
#Person1#: Well, the traps usually work if you put peanut butter in them. You can take the mouse out to a field and let it go.
#Person2#: I bought some of those and tried the peanut butter, but it didn't really work. It sure did love that peanut butter though.
#Person1#: Well, how about a trap that has glue on it? You could still let it go later.
#Person2#: I tried that too. But I think this is a very small mouse. It didn't weigh enough to get stuck.
#Person1#: What are you going to do?
#Person2#: Well, I have one day to catch it. If not, I'll have to think of a story to tell mom. She's only here for 7 days. Maybe I can start talking about how I lost my little pet mouse. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# has tried several ways to catch the mouse but failed. If #Person1# still can't catch it before #Person1#'s mom comes, #Person1#'ll make up a story. |
train_7243 | #Person1#: Mike, I'm calling to ask you if you go for a walk with me at the park tonight.
#Person2#: That depends. I will go to the cinema with Tom this afternoon. If I come back early, I will take a walk with you.
#Person1#: When is the movie over?
#Person2#: At about 5:00 o'clock.
#Person1#: Well, give me a call around 5:30 pm and tell me about your plan. | #Person1# invites Mike to go for a walk tonight, but Mike'll go to a movie with Tom. Mike will tell #Person1# his plan around 5:30 pm. |
train_7244 | #Person1#: Hey, Susie. What are you doing?
#Person2#: Hi, Tommy. I'm making a list for our club. We are raising money for the children's home. They need a new kitchen.
#Person1#: You'll need a lot of money for that. How are you raising money?
#Person2#: Last month, we sold homemade cookies. We had a yard sale last week as well. We've gotten some donations too, but we need more. Any good ideas?
#Person1#: I think you should have a car wash. I'm sure you'll raise a lot of money.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. We can have it in the parking lot of the community center. | Susie tells Tommy her club's raising money for the children's home and they have done various sales and have gotten some donations. Tommy suggests a car wash raise the fund. |
train_7245 | #Person1#: Hello, Steven. How do you get along with your job?
#Person2#: Actually, I learn many things from it. I find that I am a quick learner in new things.
#Person1#: Practice makes perfect. By the way, what do you learn from your job?
#Person2#: At first I didn't know anything about the machine. Now I know how to operate it. Besides, the work gives me a sense of fulfillment and achievement.
#Person1#: Yeah, you are a good learner. I must commend you for your good performance.
#Person2#: Thank you. That's a long way to go for my job.
#Person1#: I appreciate your effort very much. The coffee break is over ; it's about time we set to work.
#Person2#: OK, let's go. | Steven tells #Person1# he learns many things and gets a sense of fulfillment and achievement from his job. |
train_7246 | #Person1#: This position demands a higher writing ability, so please say something about your writing ability.
#Person2#: Of course. I've loved writing since I was a very little boy. I won the first prize in a national composition contest when I was in middle school. After attending Nanjing University, I never give up writing. My works, such as Father's Tobacco Pipe, Open Air Cinema, The old City were respectively published China Youth Daily, Yangzi Evening News, and New Beijing. During the period of studying for my degrees of master and doctor, I paid more attention to developing my research ability and published several papers. The Impact of Internet in Chinese Political Participation, The Discipline of Remold, The Historical Direction of Chinese Administration Reform, Bribery Cases of Self governance in Chinese Villages are respectively published in Chinese Publish Administration, Beijing Due Xuebao, Theory and Society and Chinese Reform. I joined in Yangzi Evening News to work as a part-time journalist in 2006. During this period, I've written a lot of comments, which improved my writing ability to a new level, I have full confidence in my writing ability, and I believe I can do the job well. | #Person2# tries to prove his writing ability by introducing his writing experience, his publishments, and his work experience as a part-time journalist. |
train_7247 | #Person1#: What's up? You sound a little down in dumps.
#Person2#: I quarreled with my roommate last night. He is really stubborn.
#Person1#: Calm down! Shouting won ' t help?
#Person2#: He is really outrageous.
#Person1#: What happened?
#Person2#: I went back home last night. You know tired as a dog, so I took a quick shower and went to bed. I couldn't fall asleep, because Brian was there in the living room, playing his stupid stereo so loud. I kindly told him to turn that down a little bit. He shouted at me.
#Person1#: What? He can't do this to you.
#Person2#: Well, he did it anyway. Then he came into my room and shot all his shit blah blah blah... you know.
#Person1#: What did you do?
#Person2#: I shouted it back of course.
#Person1#: Hold it, Mike. You won't accomplish anything by hollering at him, right? You worked it all up till now. Why not wait until you cool down a bit?
#Person2#: What would you do if you were in my shoes?
#Person1#: Just stay cool. You know. When you get back home tonight, tell him that you didn't mean to quarrel with him.
#Person2#: No way, Kate. I mean it's just not my fault.
#Person1#: I know. It wouldn't hurt much to say sorry first. And after that, you can casually mention the problem. I am sure he will cooperate.
#Person2#: I am too angry to do that. | Mike quarreled with his roommate Brian last night because Brian shouted at him when Mike asked Brian to turn his stereo down. Kate advises him to say sorry first and casually mention the problem after that, but Mike is too angry to do that. |
train_7248 | #Person1#: I find it really hard to express myself in class. I have lots of ideas, but they never seem to come out of my mouth.
#Person2#: let me give you a little advice. You know what the topics are going to be, so prepares what you would like to say in advance.
#Person1#: I often do, but I ' m worried about the responses from other people.
#Person2#: you have to be realistic. Not everyone is going to agree with you, but people will respect your opinion and they will respect the fact that you have contributed something to the discussion.
#Person1#: I ' m worried that what I say will not make sense.
#Person2#: we could chat about the topic before class. I could check that what you want to say is logical and it would also give you a chance to practice speaking.
#Person1#: that ' s a good idea. What should I do if I am in two minds about a topic?
#Person2#: that ' s easy. Express possibilities. People will think that you are pretty smart to be able to look at the topic from more than one angle.
#Person1#: I didn ' t realize that speaking in class could be so easy.
#Person2#: the most difficult thing is being able to predict what other people will say. They will reply to your statements, but you can ' t be sure how. | #Person1# finds it really hard to express the ideas in class because #Person1# worries about the responses from others. #Person2# gives #Person1# some suggestions and offers to chat about the topic with #Person1# before class. |
train_7249 | #Person1#: Mike! Look at the floor!
#Person2#: What's wrong with it?
#Person1#: What's wrong with it? It's filthy!
#Person2#: Oh...
#Person1#: It's filthy because you never wipe your shoes.
#Person2#: Sorry, love.
#Person1#: What are you looking for now?
#Person2#: My cigarettes.
#Person1#: Well, they ' re not here. They are in the dustbin.
#Person2#: In the dustbin! Why didn't you tell me before? | #Person1# blames Mike for making the floor filthy and throws Mike's cigarettes away. |
train_7250 | #Person1#: Hi, Bill. It's Marsha Black at MPPD Ltd. How are you?
#Person2#: Hello, Marsha. I'm great and you?
#Person1#: Not too bad at all. Do you have a minute?
#Person2#: Sure, what can I do for you?
#Person1#: We're ready to place our Christmas order and we need a formal bid.
#Person2#: So this is a real thing?
#Person1#: Right, this is not a drill. This is for all the marbles.
#Person2#: When do you need it?
#Person1#: ASAP, in writing of course.
#Person2#: Sure, who am I bidding against?
#Person1#: The usual guys, so you better use a sharp pencil.
#Person2#: Okay, give me a week and I'll have time to get my pencil real sharp. I should have some new figures from Malaysia by then. | Marsha calls Bill to ask him to prepare a formal bid ASAP to place their Christmas order. Bill asks for a week to get his pencil sharp. |
train_7251 | #Person1#: Have you ever been shopping at Whole Foods?
#Person2#: No, I haven't. Is the food good there?
#Person1#: They have the freshest foods there.
#Person2#: I usually shop at Sons.
#Person1#: I used to shop there, but I find the food at Whole Foods to be a lot better.
#Person2#: What's the problem with Sons?
#Person1#: They don't have a lot of organic foods there.
#Person2#: Is there a big selection of organic foods at Whole Foods?
#Person1#: They have lots of healthier food at Whole Foods.
#Person2#: I haven't been shopping there, but maybe I'll try it sometime.
#Person1#: Whole Foods is way better than Sons, trust me.
#Person2#: I'll take your word for it. | #Person1# tells #Person2# Whole Foods has fresher and more organic food than that of Sons. #Person2# will try Whole Foods sometime. |
train_7252 | #Person1#: I'm ready to settle the bill.
#Person2#: I hope you enjoyed your stay.
#Person1#: Definitely! Very relaxing.
#Person2#: Good. Right, that comes to $ 1, 500.
#Person1#: What? I only stayed three nights.
#Person2#: That's right, sir. Three nights at 500 dollars a night. . . that comes to $ 1, 500.
#Person1#: But your brochure said that this was a package deal and the hotel's services were all-inclusive.
#Person2#: Yes, of course. The meals and excursions were included in the hotel price.
#Person1#: But why are you overcharging me almost a thousand dollars? 250 dollars a night, times three nights should just be $ 750.
#Person2#: I'm sorry sir. The 250 - dollar rate is based on double occupancy. That means it's 250 per person. The room itself is 500 dollars a night.
#Person1#: Perhaps I could talk to your manager?
#Person2#: Of course. Just a minute ; I'll get her. | #Person1# thinks the hotel is overcharging him. #Person2# explains the price #Person1# claims is based on double occupancy, but #Person1# still asks for the manager. |
train_7253 | #Person1#: Hi, are you Catherine?
#Person2#: Yes, Jason, right? Nice to meet you. Welcome to Taiwan.
#Person1#: Thanks, good to meet you, too.
#Person2#: You had a long flight, you must be tired.
#Person1#: Yes, and the food was horrible!
#Person2#: Oh, sorry to hear that. But, don worry! Taiwan has plenty of great things to eat. First, lets get you to the hotel.
#Person1#: Great! How will we be getting there?
#Person2#: My car is in the parking lot, lets go this way. Let me help you with your bags. | Catherine welcomes Jason who comes to Taiwan after a long flight. |
train_7254 | #Person1#: I think the government needs a radical plan to improve things. The government just talks, but in the long run, nothing is done to improve the economy.
#Person2#: That's right. They always talk about a need for new, progressive tactics, but they haven't done anything to stimulate new jobs.
#Person1#: Well, income taxes were decreased last year in hope to give the economy a boost, but I think it's backfired. The immediate effect of the tax reduction was to cause inflation to rise.
#Person2#: The worst part is that the inflation hurts the poor more than the rich. It also leads to more unemployment in the long run. I don't know what a good solution would be to make the economy more vibrant again. . .
#Person1#: I have a good solution. . . We need some new blood! We should get rid of this president and boat in some new leaders! | #Person1# and #Person2# are complaining about the government's incompetence in improving the economy. #Person1# thinks they need new leaders. |
train_7255 | #Person1#: Tom, I married Julia last month. Have you already known it?
#Person2#: No, I haven't. I'm so surprised at the news.
#Person1#: Indeed, we got married too soon.
#Person2#: Congratulations. But have you heard the proverb that if one gets married too hurriedly one may regret it for a long time?
#Person1#: Yes. However, I believe that marriage comes by destiny. I knew I would marry Julia when I met her at the first time.
#Person2#: How's your married life?
#Person1#: We're happy together now.
#Person2#: I have to say you're a well-matched couple.
#Person1#: Thank you! | #Person1# married Julia because he believes their marriage comes by destiny. Tom is surprised but thinks they're a well-matched couple. |
train_7256 | #Person1#: Oh my God! I can't find my first period American literature class.
#Person2#: You look lost. Can I help you?
#Person1#: Aren't you the guy who sat in front of me in our homeroom?
#Person2#: Yeah. I'm Brad.
#Person1#: I'm Mary. I can't find my American literature class.
#Person2#: What room is it?
#Person1#: It's 112.
#Person2#: It's on the first floor by the nurse's office.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot, Brad. I've got to go before the bell rings. | Brad helps Mary find her American literature class. |
train_7257 | #Person1#: Oh, what a beautiful garden!
#Person2#: These are my roses. The roses have been in flower for a week.
#Person1#: The garden looks lovely when the roses are in bloom. You must have a lot of pleasure in planting flowers.
#Person2#: Yes, you are right. I love flowers and hence have taken to growing them. I take care of my flowers every day as if they are my good friends.
#Person1#: You did a good job. But I got tired of working in the garden.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. People who don't understand the nature of flowers won't be able to grow them well. I can help you learn more if you want to plant flowers one day. In this way you need not be afraid of your own sweet flower-garden's being neglected.
#Person1#: Yes. Thanks. | #Person1# praises #Person2#'s garden. #Person2# has a lot of pleasure in planting flowers and offers to help #Person1# learn more about the nature of flowers |
train_7258 | #Person1#: So Emily, do you still want to see a movie together this weekend?
#Person2#: Well, what do you want to see? I don't think there are many good movies out right now.
#Person1#: Mmmm. . . I know! We can go to a really bad sci-fi movie and sit in the back of the theater and make fun of it. What do you think?
#Person2#: Now that's a great plan. It's a date! | #Person1# invites Emily to go to a really bad sci-fi movie and make fun of it. |
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