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train_7959 | #Person1#: well, I finished my last final today.
#Person2#: the end of all the hard work for my master's. what a nice feeling to get my degree!
#Person1#: do you want to attend the convocation?
#Person2#: certainly. After years of hard work, I wouldn't miss it. By the way, where can I find cap and gown?
#Person1#: do you want to have them made or do you want to rent them?
#Person2#: oh, I think they're provided by the school for that special day.
#Person1#: no. those you have to provide for yourself.
#Person2#: what do most of the students do?
#Person1#: well, most of them only need a cap and gown for that particular convocation service, but some of the education majors have had them made, bucause they will be faculty members, and they'll need them f
#Person2#: then, I might as well have them made.
#Person1#: Mary, don't move. Stand right there. It's a good shot. The background is very pretty.
#Person2#: hold it a second. I want to fix my hairpin.
#Person1#: it doesn't matter. Say'cheese'.
#Person2#: here's Lisa. May I take a picture with her?
#Person1#: Certainly. Ok, got you. | #Person1# finished the last final. Mary gets the master's degree and will attend the convocation with a cap and gown made by herself. #Person1# takes some photos for her. Mary wants to take a picture with Lisa. |
train_7960 | #Person1#: What did you learn at the workshop you went to yesterday? Do you think it was worth the investment to go?
#Person2#: Yeah, I really got a lot of the session. The workshop topic was resolving personal problems. It was led by a professional human resoureces director. The teacher had a lot of experience, and I think we were all given a really good base to start with.
#Person1#: The workshop was only one afternoon long, do you really think you can learn that much in only a couple of hours?
#Person2#: It depends on the topic, the teacher, and the way the course is set up. Yesterday, even though we only had a short time to discuss the issues, the workshop got us all thinking. We learned some very basic, but very useful methods of dealing with personnel issues.
#Person1#: Sounds like you really learned a lot.
#Person2#: I did... I just hope I can implement all these great ideas that we shared. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the workshop. Although the workshop was short, #Person2# still thinks #Person2# learned some very basic but very useful methods of dealing with personal issues. |
train_7961 | #Person1#: May I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, I want to buy a VCR.
#Person1#: Well, we have many models to choose from here. Do you have a particular brand you want?
#Person2#: No. I only want it to be a very good one. The best. It's a graduation gift for my son.
#Person1#: I see. And does your son have a VCR now?
#Person2#: Well, he uses our VCR at home. But he's going to university in the Fall, so he needs his own VCR.
#Person1#: Does he watch a lot of movies?
#Person2#: Yes, he sure does. In fact, he wants to become a movie producer himself. He wants to study film at the university.
#Person1#: I would like to make a suggestion then, sir.
#Person2#: Please do.
#Person1#: If your son wants to study film, probably he will start to collect movies himself.
#Person2#: Yes, I know that. So I want him to have a good VCR to use.
#Person1#: May I suggest you consider buying him a DVD player instead?
#Person2#: DVD? Isn't that like a CD?
#Person1#: It is very similar. The technology is the same.
#Person2#: Why is a DVD better than a VCR?
#Person1#: For one thing, sir, the quality of the image is usually better. That's because it's digital.
#Person2#: But isn't it more expensive?
#Person1#: It is a little more expensive, sir. But there is one important advantage which your son might appreciate.
#Person2#: What's that?
#Person1#: If your son starts to buy video tapes, he can't keep them very long.
#Person2#: And why not?
#Person1#: Video tape breaks down after fifteen years. So if he collects a lot of tapes, after fifteen years they will all start to rot.
#Person2#: Hmm. Is that true?
#Person1#: Yes, it is, sir.
#Person2#: Well. And what about DVDs?
#Person1#: This is the excellent thing about DVDs. If your son starts to collect DVDs, they will last forever. They will never rot.
#Person2#: Hmm. He might really appreciate that. I know he will start to collect movies at school. Especially if he studies film.
#Person1#: So let me show you some of our DVD players. In my opinion, DVD is the wave of the future.
#Person2#: Alright, please show me what you have. | #Person2# wants to buy a VCR for his son as a graduation gift since he wants to be a movie producer. #Person1# suggests #Person2# buy a DVD player which is a little more expensive because it has a better quality of the image and can keep tapes forever, while videotape breaks down after fifteen years. #Person1# will show #Person2# some of their DVD players. |
train_7962 | #Person1#: Are you doing something on Saturday evening? If not, welcome to my new apartment.
#Person2#: You moved to a new place?
#Person1#: Yes, I have been busy emptying the packing boxes and cleaning up the mats. Right now, it looks like a home. I would like to have a small celebration party. Please do come.
#Person2#: Thank you for inviting me. Sounds lovely! I would like to come. Where is your new apartment?
#Person1#: It is in the DX community, Room 306, No. 2 building. It is very easy to find. Just ask the guard at the entrance.
#Person2#: Who else will come?
#Person1#: I invited all the colleagues in our department and also my former neighbor, Paul. He is a very good person. You should meet him.
#Person2#: Ok, I will be there around 6. Is that ok for you?
#Person1#: Yes, great. I am happy you are coming. | #Person1# invites #Person2# to go to the new apartment and join the celebration party on Saturday. #Person1# also invited colleagues and a former neighbor, Paul. #Person2# will be there around 6. |
train_7963 | #Person1#: There will be another sandstorm here tomorrow.
#Person2#: It's the fourth one this year. Isn't it horrible.
#Person1#: Yes. We should plant more trees and grass to stop the sand from spreading.
#Person2#: It may take many years for the trees to grow. I hope people will stop cutting down trees.
#Person1#: But we need the wood.
#Person2#: But we can't destroy our forests to get the wood. | #Person1# thinks people should grow more trees to stop the sandstorm while #Person2# thinks people should stop cutting down trees. |
train_7964 | #Person1#: Charlotte, have you had your supper?
#Person2#: No, I don't want to eat anything.
#Person1#: Why? Don't you feel well?
#Person2#: I'm down in spirits.
#Person1#: What's up?
#Person2#: My manager jumped on me for my mistake today.
#Person1#: You must not feel depressed about such a trivial thing.
#Person2#: I think I'm too clumsy. I can do nothing well.
#Person1#: You'd better shape up if you want to get the job done.
#Person2#: But I doubt myself.
#Person1#: Cheer up! Don't let me down. We all make mistakes, and that is life. | Charlotte is upset because Charlotte made a mistake and was criticized by Charlotte's boss. #Person1# comforts Charlotte. |
train_7965 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. Have a seat and tell me what's wrong.
#Person2#: I've had a stomachache for a long time. It started Friday morning.
#Person1#: You've had a stomachache for 4 days and you were only just now coming to the doctor's office? Why did you wait so long?
#Person2#: I didn't think it was serious. I kept thinking it would get better on its own.
#Person1#: And do these stomachaches happen at any particular time?
#Person2#: Yes, every morning, just before lunchtime.
#Person1#: Have you changed your morning routine recently?
#Person2#: Well, I have a new job and I've been skipping breakfast and drinking more coffee.
#Person1#: That's probably why your stomach has been bothering you. Let's order some tests and I'll examine you, but you should consider changing your breakfast habits. | #Person2# has had a stomachache for 4 days and has been skipping breakfast. #Person1# thinks the reason may be the changed morning routine. |
train_7966 | #Person1#: Frank, do you hear that strange noise?
#Person2#: Yes, I noticed it a while ago. It seems to be coming from the engine.
#Person1#: What should we do?
#Person2#: I don't know. Perhaps we should slow down and stop at the next parking lot to see what the matter is.
#Person1#: OK. Let's do that.
#Person2#: Oh, it is red hot! We have run out of water.
#Person1#: How is the engine itself? Is it OK?
#Person2#: I think it's alright. Let's wait till it cools down a bit and then add some water. | Frank and #Person1# stop due to a strange noise and find out they need to add water to the car. |
train_7967 | #Person1#: Jane, yesterday, I got a call from the local police station to pick up Biggie. She's had her person passport stolen.
#Person2#: Poor Biggie.
#Person1#: She told me that she found her bag was open at the bus station. She was sure the bag was fastened when she left a souvenir shop. So she searched her bag and found her purse and passport were gone. She rushed back to the shop, but they said nothing was there. She also looked around outside shop, but again couldn't find them.
#Person2#: Did she have a lot of money in her purse?
#Person1#: Not so much, but you know, her credit card and ID and so on.
#Person2#: Has she reported it to the German Embassy?
#Person1#: Yes, she has. So all she can do now is just waiting for her passport to be reissued. Oh poor Biggie. | #Person1# and Jane talk about Biggie, whose passport was stolen. She cannot find it anywhere so she has to wait for it to be reissued. |
train_7968 | #Person1#: So what do you want to do tomorrow?
#Person2#: Well, let's look at this city guide here. Huh, here's something interesting. Why don't we first visit the Art Museum in the morning?
#Person1#: OK. I like that idea. And where do you want to eat lunch?
#Person2#: How about going to an Indian restaurant? The guide recommends one downtown a few blocks from the museum.
#Person1#: Now that sounds great. After that, what do you think about visiting the zoo? Well, it says here that there are some very unique animals not found anywhere else.
#Person2#: Well, to tell you the truth, I'm not really interested in going there. Yeah, why don't we go shopping instead? There was supposed to be some really nice places to pick up souvenirs.
#Person1#: No, I don't think that's a good idea. We only have a few travelers checks left and I only have $50. 00 left in cash.
#Person2#: No problem. We can use your credit card to pay for my new clothes.
#Person1#: Oh no, I remember the last time you use my credit card for your purchases.
#Person2#: Oh, well. Let's take the subway down to the seashore and walk along the beach.
#Person1#: Now that sounds like a wonderful plan. | #Person1# and #Person2# will visit the Art Museum tomorrow and have lunch at an Indian restaurant. #Person1# suggests visiting the zoo while #Person2# wants to go shopping. They don't have enough money so they will take the subway down to the seashore and walk along the beach. |
train_7969 | #Person1#: Here we are Friday night, do you want to go dancing?
#Person2#: Well, not really. I'm kind of tired and hungry, I had a pretty hard week. How about going out to listen to some music?
#Person1#: How about a little light jazz?
#Person2#: That sounds nice. How about going to a restaurant with live music?
#Person1#: Sure, do you have any place in mind?
#Person2#: What about the club Blue Note?
#Person1#: I've never heard it. I was thinking of the House of Angels.
#Person2#: Oh my office manager was there last week. He said both the food and the music were wonderful.
#Person1#: Really? What kind of food do they serve? Is it expensive?
#Person2#: Mostly sandwiches and salads and the prices are very good. So do you feel like trying it?
#Person1#: Yes, absolutely. I'll just get my coat. | #Person1# suggests dancing while #Person2# wants to listen to music. They will go to the House of Angels to have food and listen to live music. |
train_7970 | #Person1#: Hey neighbor, I'm going out of town this weekend and I was wondering if you could take care of my dog while I'm gone. You know, my dog Jaws, don't you?
#Person2#: Yeah.
#Person1#: Just feed him a can of dog food a day and make sure he has plenty of water in his dish. Oh, and he needs someone to take him for a walk around the block every afternoon.
#Person2#: Well, how about if I just throw a ball over the fence to give him some exercise.
#Person1#: No, he really needs a walk. Ah, and he likes to watch the 3:00 o'clock soap opera on Channel 4 and then you'll need to brush his teeth after you give him doggie treats at 4:00 o'clock.
#Person2#: You must be out of your mind if you think I'm going to watch your dog. I wouldn't watch that dog even if you paid me. | #Person1# asks the neighbor #Person2# to take care of dog Jaws. #Person1# lists many things that #Person2# needs to do. #Person2# wouldn't watch that dog even if #Person1# paid #Person2#. |
train_7971 | #Person1#: Hello, Clark Cycle here. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Oh, hello. I saw your ad in the local paper and I'm wondering what kinds of bikes you have, and what your prices are like?
#Person1#: Well, we hire out 3 main types of machine, electric touring and mountain bikes. Are you likely to be riding off-road, do you think?
#Person2#: No, I'll probably be sticking to roads. So, we're touring bike would be best.
#Person1#: Right, well the rate will be 50 pounds for a week or 14 pounds per day.
#Person2#: So it's a lot cheaper to rent by the week. Is there anything else I'd have to pay?
#Person1#: Well, for another 5 pounds, we can supply lightweight bags. There is no charge for things like a pump or for a lock. It's a good strong one, just make sure you don't lose the key.
#Person2#: Huh, so if I do go ahead and hire one. How do I pay? By check or would it have to be cash?
#Person1#: Neither I'm afraid, we can only accept credit card bookings.
#Person2#: I've got a visa in my name will that be ok?
#Person1#: Sure. | #Person2# calls #Person1# for some information about bikes. #Person1# introduces the 3 main types of machines and their prices with additional services. #Person2# will hire a touring bike by week and pay it with a visa card. |
train_7972 | #Person1#: Excuse me, do you need any help?
#Person2#: Yes, I want to go to (?) temple, but I'm really lossed. This is my first visit to Qingdao. So I don't know how to take the bus.
#Person1#: You can take number 206 bus at Zhongshan Park.
#Person2#: Number 206 bus? Alright, where do I get off the bus?
#Person1#: Get off at Zhang Shan stop, 5 stops from here. The sign at the stop is written in English, so you'll be able to read it.
#Person2#: 5 stops. Got it, thanks for your help.
#Person1#: Not at all, good luck. | #Person1# suggests #Person2# take bus 206 at Zhongshan Park and get off at Zhang Shan stop in order to get to the temple. |
train_7973 | #Person1#: Have you bought a bus pass yet?
#Person2#: I'm not getting one.
#Person1#: Why is that?
#Person2#: It's cheaper if I don't buy one.
#Person1#: Buying a bus pass will save you money.
#Person2#: How do you figure that?
#Person1#: There's no limit to how often you can use your bus pass.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: Plus, you don't have to use change for the bus anymore.
#Person2#: I like that.
#Person1#: You want to buy one now?
#Person2#: I'm going to. | #Person2# isn't getting a bus pass. #Person1# explains it will save #Person2# money. #Person2# will buy one. |
train_7974 | #Person1#: How do you do, Mr. Johnson? I'm Thomas.
#Person2#: How do you do?
#Person1#: I'm coming for the job you've advertised in yesterday's newspaper.
#Person2#: OK. What's your working experience?
#Person1#: I have worked for IBM for three years.
#Person2#: How do your experiences benefit our company?
#Person1#: I know the marketing from top to bottom and I can develop a new market for you.
#Person2#: Are you aware of the aspects of this position and do you feel you are qualified?
#Person1#: Yes, I understand my qualification and your needs by researching your company.
#Person2#: If you enter this company, what section would you like to work in?
#Person1#: If possible, I'd like to be positioned in the International Trade Department.
#Person2#: Then, what starting salary do you expect?
#Person1#: I'd like to start at RMB 4, 000 a month. | Mr. Johnson is interviewing Thomas. He has worked for IBM for three years and wants to be positioned in the International Trade Department with a monthly salary of RMB 4,000. |
train_7975 | #Person1#: Can you tell me where the pots and pans are?
#Person2#: Pots and pans are right over there.
#Person1#: Oh, thank you.
#Person2#: Could I interest you in our store credit card?
#Person1#: No, thanks. I already have credit cards.
#Person2#: But our credit card saves you 10 percent.
#Person1#: That's a nice discount.
#Person2#: Here. Let me give you an application form.
#Person1#: Thank you, but I'm just browsing today.
#Person2#: Okay. Enjoy your browsing. | #Person2# recommends #Person1# their store credit card, which saves #Person1# 10%, but #Person1# refuses. |
train_7976 | #Person1#: Do you have a package tour to Hollywood?
#Person2#: Yes, here is the table, which plans do you like best?
#Person1#: The seven-days trip shall be fine. How much is this tour?
#Person2#: $ 300.
#Person1#: We will take the trip. Could you give us a pamphlet?
#Person2#: Here you are. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the package tour to Hollywood. |
train_7977 | #Person1#: How much will my pay be, if you don ' t mind my asking?
#Person2#: We would like to start you off at 1, 500 yuan a month, not including bonus and overtime pay. We don ' t give bonus every month, but we offer a semi-annual bonus. And you will receive two weeks paid vacation a year, as well. Does it suit you?
#Person1#: Yes, thank you. May I ask for an apartment?
#Person2#: No problem. We'll supply you with an apartment of two bedrooms and a living room. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# will receive a monthly pay of 1,500 yuan plus bonus and overtime pay. #Person1# wants an apartment, and #Person2# agrees. |
train_7978 | #Person1#: We have been over this a hundred times! We are not getting a pet!
#Person2#: Why not? Come on! Just a cute little puppy. or a kitty!
#Person1#: Who is going to look after a dog or a cat?
#Person2#: I will! I ' ll feed it, bathe it and walk it every day! We can get a Labrador or a German Shepard!
#Person1#: What if we want to take a vacation? Who will we leave it with? Plus, our apartment is too small for that breed of dog.
#Person2#: Ok. How about we get a cat or a ferret?
#Person1#: We ' re planning on having children soon, I don ' t think those animals are a good idea with a baby in the house.
#Person2#: Fine! Let ' s get a bird then! We can keep it in its cage and teach it to talk! A parrot would be awesome!
#Person1#: I ' ll tell you what, I can get you some hamsters and we ' ll take it from there.
#Person2#: Yay! | #Person2# wants a pet, but #Person1# disagrees. Finally, #Person1# agrees to get #Person2# some hamsters. |
train_7979 | #Person1#: Hello. Nice to see you again. I heard you went into hospital for a few days to undergo surgery. I hope everything ' s OK.
#Person2#: Yes, fine. I had something wrong with my stomach. I won ' t go into detail, but it wasn ' t serious.
#Person1#: I really dislike going to a doctor or to a hospital.
#Person2#: I think most people are a little nervous about it. I was really very, very nervous just before I had the operation, but the anaesthetist gave me an anaesthetic and the next thing I remember was waking up after the operation.
#Person1#: It must have really hurt afterwards.
#Person2#: Well, the nurse game me plenty of painkillers, but it did feel uncomfortable. I wasn ' t permitted to eat anything for 48 hours. That was the worse thing.
#Person1#: I bet you were ready for a thick juicy steak when you got out of hospital.
#Person2#: I certainly was! However, the doctor gave me a list of food I couldn ' t eat for another 72 hours, and steak was on the list!
#Person1#: Is there any pain now?
#Person2#: No, not at all. I stopped taking painkillers after a couple of days.
#Person1#: Did they take good care of you in the hospital?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. The nurse were very kind, though they were strict about what I could drink. In the end, I just drank water and nothing else. Everyone was very professional and I actually enjoyed some aspects of my stay. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about his experience in the hospital and says there isn't any pain now. |
train_7980 | #Person1#: May I ask whether we are allowed to wear casual clothes in the office?
#Person2#: Sure, company rules are not very strict at this point.
#Person1#: Thank you for telling me that.
#Person2#: But remind you, there are some forbidden activities.
#Person1#: What are they? I'll be careful.
#Person2#: Don't use office phones for personal matters.
#Person1#: I got it.
#Person2#: Never ever come to work drunk, also smoking in the office is not allowed.
#Person1#: I see. | #Person2# tells #Person1# they're allowed to wear casual clothes in the office but no drinking or smoking. |
train_7981 | #Person1#: Susan, good evening. Why are you so dressed up?
#Person2#: I'm on my way out to a New Year's banquet. How do I look? Is my make-up ok?
#Person1#: You look great. Your make-up is perfect.
#Person2#: Do your think I should wear a different dress?
#Person1#: No, the one you have on looks fabulous, especially with your hair like that.
#Person2#: Thanks for saying. Do you have any ideas which necklace I should wear?
#Person1#: With that dress I'd like to say your white diamond necklace would look perfect.
#Person2#: Thanks for helping out. Now Im ready, what are you doing tonight?
#Person1#: Not much, Just a house party with some friends.
#Person2#: Sounds fun. Anyone I know?
#Person1#: Yeah, most of the people are from my office.
#Person2#: Sounds like I'm missing out on a good time. Oh, well, there's always next year.
#Person1#: I'm sure you will have fun no matter where you go. Remember to take your bag. | Susan is dressed up because she's going to a New Year's banquet. #Person1# will have a house party with some friends tonight. |
train_7982 | #Person1#: I would like to register for a class today.
#Person2#: No problem, what class would you like to take?
#Person1#: I would very much enjoy taking a Psychology class. Because I'm crazy.
#Person2#: There are two classes that are still open.
#Person1#: Which days are these classes on?
#Person2#: The first class is a Tuesday and Thursday class from two to three.
#Person1#: What about the other class?
#Person2#: The other class is on Monday and Wednesday from 10 am - 12.
#Person1#: Are you sure there are no more open classes?
#Person2#: I'm positive.
#Person1#: Sign me up for Monday and Wednesday.
#Person2#: Okay, I'll sign you up. | #Person1# wants to register for a Psychology class. #Person2# signs #Person1# up for Monday and Wednesday. |
train_7983 | #Person1#: It's really late but I'm starving.
#Person2#: Hey, that coffee shop's lights are still on.
#Person1#: Maybe they have some good pie.
#Person2#: I would love a really sticky cinnamon bun.
#Person1#: There was a coffee shop by my house when I was a kid that served cinnamon hot chocolate.
#Person2#: Mmmm. That sounds like something I had in Mexico once.
#Person1#: Good stuff. . . Oh, no. The door is locked.
#Person2#: Ohhhhh! And I just got all my juices going! | #Person1# is starving. So, #Person1# and #Person2# decide to go to the coffee shop, but the door is locked. |
train_7984 | #Person1#: I'd love to continue this conversation, but I really need to go now. I have to get back to the office.
#Person2#: Well, let's get together soon.
#Person1#: Okay. Would you like to have lunch some day next week?
#Person2#: Sure. How about Monday?
#Person1#: Hmm. I'm afraid I can't make it on Monday. I've got to fly to Chicago on business.
#Person2#: Well unfortunately, I'm tied up on Tuesday. I'm supposed to have lunch with an important visitor from out of town, and I don't think there's any way I can get out of it. Are you free on Wednesday?
#Person1#: Wednesday? Let me see. Hmm. Somehow I think I've already got something scheduled for Wednesday. Oh, yes! I've got an appointment with my dentist to have my teeth cleaned, and it's essential that I keep it.
#Person2#: Well, I'm afraid Thursday is out for me. I'm expected to attend a meeting of our personnel committee, and it's very important for me to be there.
#Person1#: So that leaves Friday. I don't have any obligations or commitments on Friday. How about you?
#Person2#: Friday sounds good. Where should we meet?
#Person1#: You know, I really must be going now or I'll be very late. Can you give me a call tomorrow an we'll decide? | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing when to continue their conversation. #Person1# can't make it on Monday or Wednesday and #Person2# is busy on Tuesday and Thursday. #Person1# asks #Person2# to give #Person1# a call tomorrow so that they can make a decision. |
train_7985 | #Person1#: What musical instrument do you play?
#Person2#: I can play the piano a bit.
#Person1#: Then we can have one more program at our party?
#Person2#: No, no. My playing isn't good enough for me to perform in public. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the program #Person2# can give at their party. |
train_7986 | #Person1#: Lisa, would you like to go to the library with me?
#Person2#: OK. Do you think we can go buy a newspaper first?
#Person1#: Sure. First we'll go buy a newspaper and then we'll go to the library.
#Person2#: Are we going to walk or drive?
#Person1#: The weather is really nice today. Let's walk.
#Person2#: The weather is good now, but I think it's suppose to rain this afternoon.
#Person1#: Alright, then let's take an umbrella. Is your brother coming with us?
#Person2#: No, he's still sleeping.
#Person1#: Wow, it's already 10:00 AM. He must have been up late last night.
#Person2#: Yeah, he didn't come home until 12:00 AM.
#Person1#: I hope he can come later.
#Person2#: I hope so too. I'll give him a call when we get there.
#Person1#: How do we get to the library from here?
#Person2#: It's straight down this road on the left, next to the museum. It takes about 10 minutes. | #Person1# and Lisa are going to buy a newspaper and then walk to the library. Lisa's brother is not coming because he stayed up late. They hope he can come later. |
train_7987 | #Person1#: How are you doing?
#Person2#: I'm doing great.
#Person1#: What movies have you seen lately?
#Person2#: I saw Forrest Gump the other day.
#Person1#: What type of movie is that?
#Person2#: The movie type is drama.
#Person1#: I can't believe you are watching movies. The weather is great. You should be outside.
#Person2#: I hate the hot weather. I'd rather stay indoors with the air conditioner.
#Person1#: What else do you like to do besides watching movies?
#Person2#: I like to play computer games, read books, go shopping, and play pool.
#Person1#: Out of those what is your favorite?
#Person2#: My favorite is to play computer games.
#Person1#: What is your favorite computer game?
#Person2#: My favorite is Diablo. It used to be Star Craft, but it is getting a little old.
#Person1#: If you like to play so much, when do you ever exercise?
#Person2#: Although I hate to exercise, I go jogging at least twice a week.
#Person1#: That's pretty good. By the way, what are you doing next Saturday?
#Person2#: I am going to go to the bookstore.
#Person1#: I am having a party Saturday night at my house. If you have time, you should come.
#Person2#: That sounds like fun.
#Person1#: Great. I'll see you on Saturday.
#Person2#: Ok. See you later. | #Person2# saw Forrest Gump. #Person2# tells #Person1# that besides watching movies, #Person2# likes to play computer games, read books, go shopping, and play pool. #Person1# invites #Person2# to a party next Saturday, and #Person2# accepts. |
train_7988 | #Person1#: Excuse me, I'm a little lost. Which bus do I take to get to Shi Da?
#Person2#: Let's see. From here, you have to take the 278bus.
#Person1#: Oh ok, where do I get off?
#Person2#: You should get off at the first Shi Da stop.
#Person1#: Ok, thanks. . .
#Person2#: You're new at this, huh?
#Person1#: No, is it difficult?
#Person2#: No, it's quite simple. When you get on, just ask the bus driver when to pay the fare and where you want to get off.
#Person1#: How much does it cost?
#Person2#: Only 15 NT per section. Oh look, that is your bus.
#Person1#: Wow, I can't thank you enough.
#Person2#: Don't mention it. | #Person1# is lost and asks #Person2# for help. #Person2# tells #Person1# to take the 278 bus. #Person1# is grateful. |
train_7989 | #Person1#: I need to buy a bus pass.
#Person2#: What kind of bus pass would you like to buy?
#Person1#: What are the different kinds?
#Person2#: You can get a day, weekly, monthly, or student pass.
#Person1#: Could I get a student pass, please?
#Person2#: Sure, can I see your student ID?
#Person1#: Sure, here it is.
#Person2#: Very good.
#Person1#: How much for the pass?
#Person2#: It's free, but the monthly sticker is $ 24.
#Person1#: Okay, I'll take it.
#Person2#: Thank you for your purchase.
#Person1#: You are welcome. | #Person1# wants to buy a student bus pass. #Person2# checks #Person1#'s student ID. #Person1# pays $24 for the monthly sticker. |
train_7990 | #Person1#: Oh, you can rest assured that they'll be no problem.
#Person2#: Why is that?
#Person1#: Your upstairs neighbors live in Canada and rarely come back to Taiwan. When they do, they're never home.
#Person2#: And the downstairs neighbors?
#Person1#: Two flight attendants that are also in and out of town. When they're here, they're usually sleeping. And next door to you is me. I'm a quiet neighbor.
#Person2#: Sounds ideal. We'll get back to you in a couple of days then. | #Person1# introduces the neighbors and tells #Person2# there will be no problem. |
train_7991 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. Welcome to China. May I see your passport, customs and health declaration form?
#Person2#: Yes, here you are.
#Person1#: Thank you. What's your occupation, Mr. Smith?
#Person2#: I'm the general manager of the Far-East Industry Corporation.
#Person1#: You are here on business, aren't you?
#Person2#: Yes, I have been invited by the East Import & Export Corporation of China for business talks.
#Person1#: I see. Do you have anything to declare?
#Person2#: Yes, I have some foreign currency to declare.
#Person1#: Would you please fill out this currency declaration form? It's a record of the foreign currency you have brough in.
#Person2#: All right. | Mr. Smith tells #Person1# he comes to China on business. He wants to declare some foreign currency. |
train_7992 | #Person1#: I heard that James was fired because he got a keep back of 20 thousands dollars from a vender.
#Person2#: That's open secret.
#Person1#: But mine could be a lie for his job.
#Person2#: How did you know that?
#Person1#: A little bird whispered to me. Keep that to yourself. | #Person1# tells #Person2# James was fired because he got a keep back of money. |
train_7993 | #Person1#: Sandrawu Chunk International.
#Person2#: Hello, Miss Wu, This is Dan Robson calling from OTC limited. I'd like to check my last order. When exactly was it sent out?
#Person1#: I can check that for you right now. Would you mind holding?
#Person2#: Sure. No problem.
#Person1#: Mr. Robson, I'm sorry. Our computer system is down. Could I call you back later?
#Person2#: Sure. Do you have my number?
#Person1#: Yes, I have it right here. I'm so sorry about this.
#Person2#: No problem. I'll wait for your call. | Dan Robson calls to check his last order. Miss Wu says their computer system is down and will call him back later. |
train_7994 | #Person1#: Hi, what're you reading?
#Person2#: An old book Death on the Nile. Have you read it?
#Person1#: Not yet, but I saw the movie. Could I borrow it when you finish reading?
#Person2#: Sure. But you need to be patient. | #Person2# is reading an old book and will lend it to #Person1#. |
train_7995 | #Person1#: good morning. What seems to be the problem?
#Person2#: good morning, doctor. I feel terrible. I'Ve got a cold and I have a rash here on my neck. I'm not sleeping well either. What do you think the problem could be?
#Person1#: I'd say you'Ve been working too hard or are under stress for some reason. Have you been taking anything for your cold?
#Person2#: yes, I bought some medicine at the chemist's. I'Ve been taking it for three days.
#Person1#: good. I'm going to prescribe something stronger. It will make you feel drowsy, so you certainly should rest.
#Person2#: OK. I can afford to take a fell days off work.
#Person1#: have you been working hard recently?
#Person2#: yes, I have. I had to get a project finished. It's done now, so I can relax a little.
#Person1#: good. Let's take a look at that rash. . . it looks worse than it is. I'm going to prescribe some ointment for it. If the rash doesn't clear up in a few days, come back and see me. Do you have any other Sy
#Person2#: I have a bad headache, but. . .
#Person1#: don't worry about that. It's probably of the stress you'Ve been under. Just take some aspirin. Combined with the stronger cough medicine, it will make you feel very tired. You shouldn't work or use an
#Person2#: thanks doctor. I'll get these immediately. Goodbye. | #Person2# goes to see the doctor because #Person2# has got a cold and a rash. The doctor prescribes some medicine and asks #Person2# to rest. |
train_7996 | #Person1#: Mary, this company is pretty good. I really want to have an interview.
#Person2#: Have you made an appointment with this company?
#Person1#: Not yet. Do I have to?
#Person2#: Yes, it's very important to make an appointment before the interview.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: If you go to the company without appointment, the interviewers may happen to be busy with other things, and have no time to give you an interview.
#Person1#: Yes, you are right.
#Person2#: If the interviewers are not in the company, you will go there for nothing.
#Person1#: Sure. Why didn't I think of that?
#Person2#: So you should make an appointment in advance with the company for the interview.
#Person1#: Then how can I make the appointment?
#Person2#: You could directly call the company and arrange the time and place for the interview.
#Person1#: Ok, I see.
#Person2#: If you succeed in doing that, you must attend the interview on time. | #Person1# wants to have an interview. Mary suggests #Person1# make an appointment before the interview because the interviewers might be busy. |
train_7997 | #Person1#: So, when are the other guys going to get here? The train is leaving in 10 minutes. We can't wait here forever!
#Person2#: It's 10:30 already? They are supposed to be here by now! I told everybody to meet here by 10:15. | #Person1# and #Person2# are worried because the train is leaving soon, but others haven't arrived. |
train_7998 | #Person1#: I heard you have a great new boss.
#Person2#: Yeah. Mr. Watson. He's very intelligent. He invented some products that have made a lot of money for our company. And he never shouts at people.
#Person1#: You're very lucky. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2#'s new boss is very intelligent. |
train_7999 | #Person1#: Excuse me, are you going to buy that book?
#Person2#: Well, I need it for a class but it's awfully expensive.
#Person1#: Oh, we must be in the same class. Introduction to British Literature?
#Person2#: Yes, that's the one. Were you there yesterday for the first class?
#Person1#: I sure was. Professor Robert really seems to know his subject.
#Person2#: Yes, I took his Shakespeare course last semester and it was very good. He likes listening to his students.
#Person1#: That's a relief. I'm a biology major and I was a little uncertain about taking an English course.
#Person2#: I'm an English major and this is a required course. But now I'm in trouble because I'm not sure I can afford this book.
#Person1#: Hey, I've got an idea. Why don't we split the cost and share the book?
#Person2#: Sounds great. Do you live on campus?
#Person1#: Yeah, I live on the 10th floor of Butler Hall.
#Person2#: Perfect. I live on the 3rd floor of Butler. We should have no trouble sharing the book. I can bring it up to your room right after I wrap up the assignment.
#Person1#: It's a deal. | #Person1# and #Person2# are going to buy a book for the same class. They decide to split the cost and share the book because it's expensive. |
train_8000 | #Person1#: How would you like to move?
#Person2#: Move? What do you mean?
#Person1#: Move to a new city. I'm thinking of getting another job.
#Person2#: But why? What's the matter with the one you have?
#Person1#: I don't have a good future in the job I have. Besides, I think it would be nice to move to a warmer climate. I'm tired of shoveling snow all winter.
#Person2#: Where is this new job?
#Person1#: In California. There won't be any snow to shovel there, and we can go to the beach all the year round.
#Person2#: That sounds pretty good, but what kind of job is it?
#Person1#: I would be the Director of Research for a big drug company near Los Angeles. I'd get a big raise in salary.
#Person2#: That sounds terribly exciting. But how about the children? Will they like moving?
#Person1#: Why not? California has many beautiful new schools, and Fred can go skiing up in the mountains.
#Person2#: What about Paula? I'm sure she won't want to leave all her friends.
#Person1#: Oh, she can make new ones out there. People are very friendly out west.
#Person2#: I hope so. But, I'll certainly hate to leave this house. We've lived here so long.
#Person1#: Well, maybe I won't get the job. I have to fly out there for an interview next week.
#Person2#: You know, I must have known you were thinking about getting a new job. Last night I dreamed we were moving. | #Person1# wants to get another job in California because #Person1# doesn't have a good future in the job #Person1# has. #Person1# and #Person2# discuss moving to the city and whether the children would like it. #Person1# has to fly out there for an interview next week. |
train_8001 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir. May I help you?
#Person2#: Will you please book tickets to Sanya for me?
#Person1#: Yes, sir. When will you intend to leave?
#Person2#: Next Wednesday.
#Person1#: That will be July 13. There are two flight available that day: one at 9:00 a.m., the other one at 3:30 p.m.
#Person2#: Fine. I'd like the 3:30 one.
#Person1#: 3:30 p.m. How many tickets do you need?
#Person2#: Two.
#Person1#: Wish you a wonderful trip to Sanya.
#Person2#: They say Sanya leads the world in beautiful scenery. To tell the truth, my wife has been dying to go there. | #Person1# helps #Person2# book two tickets to Sanya on July 13 for him. |
train_8002 | #Person1#: Do you enjoy your work? Do you enjoy meeting people?
#Person2#: Yes. Sometimes. I've got to be honest. Sometimes.
#Person1#: So, some people you like and some you don't?
#Person2#: Yeah, it's like a lot of things, meeting the general public. You get good days, and you get bad days. But I do enjoy the job. I like the freedom of the job, being self-employed.
#Person1#: Do you ever get difficult passengers?
#Person2#: Yes, sometimes.
#Person1#: What sort of things do they get up to?
#Person2#: I would say sometimes a lot of difficult passengers are people who don't go in cabs a lot and they're unfamiliar with procedures, especially if you work nights. People drinking or the extras that would be included on the tariff after a certain time of night.
#Person1#: You mean they argue with you over money?
#Person2#: Yes, that can happen. Or the way.., the good thing is, people can argue about the way that you go to a certain route because they always know better. But nine times out of ten the route that they take you is far longer so, you know, they're the eventual losers.
#Person1#: So if you do have a difficult passenger you want to get rid of what do you do?
#Person2#: I'd stop the cab and tell them to get out.
#Person1#: Does that often happen?
#Person2#: Mmm, it's happened to me three times. And they've got out. So I, I myself haven't had a lot of problems with difficult people, you know.
#Person1#: When you pick up tourists as passengers, what kind of places do they like to go to?
#Person2#: Suppose the most famous landmark is Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, maybe Harrods; but certainly Buckingham Palace. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# enjoys the job because of the freedom of being self-employed. Sometimes #Person2# meets difficult passengers who argue over money or the way. |
train_8003 | #Person1#: What time is it?
#Person2#: Ten to nine.
#Person1#: Your watch is ten minutes slow. So it's should be nine sharp. I'm gonna be late again. What will be my excuse this time? It shoule be set the alarm for seven thirty.
#Person2#: Don't cry over spilled milk, Fred? Could you stay with me a few minutes?
#Person1#: What? Why? What's wrong wih you?
#Person2#: I just hate being alone at home with nothing to do about listen to the clock ticking. It's so lonely and boring. My sickness makes it worse. When will I recover?
#Person1#: You will be fine in the couple of month, just be patient. I've got to woke now , I'll be late.
#Person2#: You only care about your work.
#Person1#: Sorry, baby, you are everything to me. all I do just for our family.
#Person2#: Stay just a few minutes longer , OK?
#Person1#: OK, I'll leave at 9:15, Is that all right?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: I'll spent more time with you in the future, Dina.
#Person2#: Thank you. | It's nine, and Fred is about to be late again. Dina asks him to accompany her for a few minutes, but he has to go to work. Finally, he agrees to stay until 9:15. |
train_8004 | #Person1#: This section of the store is called Junior. Why is that?
#Person2#: It means young girls. That's where you'll find clothes for young girls.
#Person1#: But I can't find anything in my size here.
#Person2#: You're small, but you're not a child.
#Person1#: Well, there's nothing I can do about my height!
#Person2#: There's a petite section that you an check out.
#Person1#: What's in the petite section?
#Person2#: It has clothes in small sizes for small women. | #Person1# can't find anything in her size in the Junior section. #Person2# recommends her to check out in the petite section. |
train_8005 | #Person1#: A friend of mine has been taking an online career planning course these days. He told me the other day he has learned a lot from it. He recommended me to subscribe to it. What do you say?
#Person2#: I think it is good if we know enough about career planning. We will make wiser choices. What else did he tell you about it?
#Person1#: Well, just something in general, like several key steps in planning career and how to set specific and tenable goals.
#Person2#: Sounds practical! To be honest, sometimes I feel puzzled about my future career. I am not sure if this job suits me the best though I work very hard on it and enjoy being a hard worker. I have always wanted to try something else and learn some new skills.
#Person1#: Making a decision to start over is not an easy thing to do. It seems that you need this course more than I do. I love my current job. If I take this course, I hope to learn some tricks to get myself more organized at work. If they can give suggestions about how to boost work relationships, that will be great. I need these to improve my current work performance.
#Person2#: Ok, then we can sign up for it together. | #Person1#'s friend recommends an online career planning course. #Person2# thinks it's practical. #Person1# wants to boost work relationships. So, they are going to sign up for it together. |
train_8006 | #Person1#: How about this floor lamp?
#Person2#: Fine, just get it! We have been shopping for furniure for five hours! I'm so tired!
#Person1#: We still need to find an armoire and a dresser.
#Person2#: Fine! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand, coffee table and love seat while you look for the rest of the things.
#Person1#: Great! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I'll also get a bean bag and a dining set.
#Person2#: While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner? I really want one so I can watch TV.
#Person1#: Recliner? In my beautifully decorated living room? I don't think so! | #Person1# and #Person2# have been shopping for furniture for five hours. #Person2# will go home first and pick up #Person1# in an hour because #Person2# is tired. |
train_8007 | #Person1#: Albert and I need a lot of things to furnish our house. But I don't know where the best place to shop is. Can you give me some advice?
#Person2#: Sure, Carolyn. I'm happy to help you. What kinds of things do you need right now?
#Person1#: Well, we have most of the furniture already. We mostly need kitchen utensils, bathroom accessories, cleaning and laundry accessories--things like that. And Albert wants to set up a little offi
#Person2#: Well, as for Albert, he should go to an office supply store. There's a very good one called Office Depot. They have everything he will need. And their prices are good too. It's very conven
#Person1#: Can I write that down?
#Person2#: Sure, it's spelled Office and then D - E - P - O - T. It's in the Yellow Pages.
#Person1#: Thanks.
#Person2#: And as for the kitchen things, do you want very high quality?
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: I mean, do you want the best quality, or do you want good prices?
#Person1#: Probably good prices. You know we will only be in America for about a year.
#Person2#: Then I suggest you go to K-Mart or Wal-Mart.
#Person1#: What are those stores?
#Person2#: They are very large, discount department stores. That means their prices are very good. And you can find everything you need for the kitchen or bathroom.
#Person1#: Even silverware?
#Person2#: Yes, everything. They don't have the most expensive brands, but their quality is usually decent. The main thing is, they have good prices, and they are very convenient.
#Person1#: I have a friend that said something about a place called Price Club. Do you know about that?
#Person2#: I have never shopped there, but I think Price Club is a kind of membership store.
#Person1#: What does that mean?
#Person2#: That means you have to pay a membership fee to shop there. I have heard they have very good prices on electronics.
#Person1#: Electronics?
#Person2#: Yes. Like stereos and televisions.
#Person1#: How much is the membership fee?
#Person2#: I'm not sure. But if you are only going to stay a year, I don't think Price Club is good to join. They have great deals occasionally. They are very good for people who like to buy new things all
#Person1#: I see. Thanks for these tips. We really need to buy a lot of little things.
#Person2#: I know how it is. Moving is very troublesome. | Carolyn wants some advice from #Person2# for the place to buy furniture. #Person2# recommends some stores where she can find everything her need for the kitchen or bathroom with good prices. #Person2# doesn't think Price Club is good to join because they are only going to stay a year. |
train_8008 | #Person1#: Have you got your invitation yet?
#Person2#: My invitation? No, I haven't. My invitation to what?
#Person1#: The house warming party.
#Person2#: Whose house warming party is it?
#Person1#: Tom and Bill Smith. They are both working now you know? And they've bought a new house.
#Person2#: Oh, they have? I didn't know. I haven't seen Tom lately.
#Person1#: It's out in the suburbs.
#Person2#: Have you seen the house?
#Person1#: Yes, I have. I went out with them last weekend.
#Person2#: Is it nice?
#Person1#: Yes, it is. There are three bedrooms, a living room, a dining room, and a big kitchen.
#Person2#: There's also a garden.
#Person1#: Well, that does sound nice. Have they moved in yet?
#Person2#: They are moving today. Tom's taken the day off. He's rented a truck, and they should have all their furniture in the house tonight.
#Person1#: When are they going to have the party?
#Person2#: Next Saturday night. You should get your invitation today or tomorrow.
#Person1#: Wow, that would be something to look forward to. | #Person1# tells #Person2# Tom and Bill Smith are holding a house warming party Next Saturday night because they've bought a new house. #Person1# thinks it would be something to look forward to. |
train_8009 | #Person1#: Hello, have you made a reservation?
#Person2#: No, are there any vacant beds for us?
#Person1#: Of course. How do you like your room?
#Person2#: Just an ordinary one, six people living in a room.
#Person1#: OK, how long are you staying?
#Person2#: 3 days. | #Person1# helps #Person2# book an ordinary room for 3 days. |
train_8010 | #Person1#: I came here to get a chest X-ray.
#Person2#: I will need you to take your clothes off from the waist up and put on the gown, leaving the opening in the back.
#Person1#: What comes next?
#Person2#: I will need you to face this glass plate right over here.
#Person1#: Should I do anything else?
#Person2#: Your arms need to be raised to shoulder height.
#Person1#: Is this OK?
#Person2#: So far, so good.
#Person1#: How come you are walking away?
#Person2#: I am not leaving. I just need you to take a really deep breath, hold it, and then let it out.
#Person1#: Will I be finished then?
#Person2#: You will be able to put your clothes on as soon as I have checked the film. | #Person1# wants to take a chest X-ray. #Person2# gives #Person1# some instructions to take the film. |
train_8011 | #Person1#: My son's just tried to book some tickets for the Black Key Concert on March twenty-first, but there's a problem with your website.
#Person2#: I'm sorry about that. There are only the most expensive tickets left for that date, I'm afraid.
#Person1#: What about the twentieth? Have you got any for $25?
#Person2#: Sorry, those are all sold out. But there are some on the nineteenth, or there are $35 ones on the twentieth.
#Person1#: Yes, those would be best. The nineteenth is no good because he's got school the next day. | #Person1# wants tickets on March twenty-first, but there are only the most expensive tickets left. #Person2# also says $25 for the twentieth are all sold out. #Person1# thinks the $35 ones on the twentieth would be the best. |
train_8012 | #Person1#: Excuse me, Miss, is there a plane to New York?
#Person2#: Uh, let me see. One just left half an hour ago and the next one will be in 2 hours.
#Person1#: You mean it will take off at 11:00 o'clock. Am I right?
#Person2#: Yes, you are right. It will stop at Washington for 10 minutes. Do you want to buy your ticket now?
#Person1#: Oh, yes. How much?
#Person2#: $500 each, single. And a return ticket is $800.
#Person1#: OK. Give me 3 return tickets.
#Person2#: Good. One moment, please. | #Person1# wants to fly to New York. #Person2# tells #Person1# the next plane will take off at 11:00. #Person1# wants 3 return tickets for $800 each. |
train_8013 | #Person1#: OK. Everyone get on the bus. It's time to set off.
#Person2#: But Miss James, Michael hasn't arrived yet. Can we just wait for him just a little longer?
#Person1#: I'm sorry, Bil. I think we just can't. We'll be very late getting to the art gallery.
#Person2#: I know Miss, but Michael was really looking forward to seeing those paintings.
#Person1#: Yes, I know. I didn't realize he had a strong interest in that.
#Person2#: Yes, he is. He paints and draws all the time. Last week he painted a picture of you.
#Person1#: Of me? How wonderful. I really would love to see it.
#Person2#: Well, you can see it anytime you like. He painted on the wall in the park near our school. You walk past there every day. You must have seen it.
#Person1#: What? You mean that painting of a camel with a person's head? Is that supposed to be me?
#Person2#: Yes, Miss. He said you remind him of a camel because you're so determined.
#Person1#: Ho. Did he? You know, some people consider the camel to be an especially stupid animal.
#Person2#: I didn't realize that, but look here comes Michael now.
#Person1#: Excellent. I'd like to have a talk to him without art. OK. Everyone get on the bus now. | Miss James says it's time to set off to the art gallery. Bill asks her to wait for Michael, who is interested in arts and painted a picture of her. Miss James finds it is the painting of a camel with a person's head and will talk with Michael. |
train_8014 | #Person1#: Marry, tomorrow is your mom's fiftieth birthday. Do you know?
#Person2#: Of course I do. How should we celebrate it?
#Person1#: First of all,a birthday present. What about buying her a beautiful skirt?
#Person2#: That's a good idea. It would make her look younger. And a big birthday cake too, with 50 candles.
#Person1#: That's right. Shall we have a special dinner?
#Person2#: How about a Chinese dinner?
#Person1#: Fine, where should we have it?
#Person2#: We can have it at home. I've learned to cook a few dishes from a Chinese friend. I'm sure mom would like them.
#Person1#: All right. Are you going to do the shopping as well?
#Person2#: Why don't we go together, dad?
#Person1#: OK, when?
#Person2#: How about this afternoon? | Tomorrow is Marry's mom's birthday. #Person1# and Marry decide to prepare a skirt, a cake, and a Chinese dinner. They are going to do shopping together this afternoon. |
train_8015 | #Person1#: Wow, there are so many kinds of DVDs on the shelf. What do you feel like seeing?
#Person2#: Oh, I don't know. Something light. After the day I just had, I don't want to use my brain at all.
#Person1#: A comedy?
#Person2#: That would work. Let's see what they have.
#Person1#: Cool, the new Jack black film.
#Person2#: It's not boring or sorrowful, isn't it? I want something that makes me laugh and happy, not sleep or depressed.
#Person1#: I know you mean. This one is safe. It's a comedy.
#Person2#: OK. Let's get it and enjoy it at home. I can't wait to relax. | #Person2# wants to see something light that makes #Person2# laugh and happy. #Person1# suggests a comedy. |
train_8016 | #Person1#: Whew thanks for stopping sometimes it can be impossible to get a cab in the rain.
#Person2#: No worries. We're too.
#Person1#: I'm going to fifth avenue and east twenty second street, no rush at all though.
#Person2#: Well that's good, because it looks like we're not going to be able to move more than a few feet per minute.
#Person1#: Well. That's what happens when it starts to rain during rush hour. I'm one of the lucky ones, usually I would have an appointment around this time, but today, I get to go home early.
#Person2#: That's great Madam, I'll try to get you home as early as possible. | #Person1# thanks #Person2# for stopping the taxi in the rain. #Person2# thinks they will move slowly. |
train_8017 | #Person1#: Andrei, hello, it's Laura. I'm at Kuala Lumpur Airport.
#Person2#: Welcome to Malaysia. I sent my driver to pick you up, is he there?
#Person1#: No, he isn't.
#Person2#: I'm sorry about that. There's been a mix-up.
#Person1#: You got my email about the change in the arrival time, didn't you?
#Person2#: Yes, and I asked my workmate to tell my driver. But my driver got the wrong information and went to the airport this morning.
#Person1#: Oh, no.
#Person2#: When you didn't arrive, he came back. I told him to go out to the airport again. Maybe he's on his way now.
#Person1#: OK, I'll wait for him.
#Person2#: Right, shall we have dinner together this evening? I'll meet you at your hotel at about 8 o'clock if that's OK.
#Person1#: That sounds good. But I am rather tired after a long flight, so I want to have a sleep first.
#Person2#: OK. See you later. | Laura calls Andrei because she arrives at Kuala Lumpur Airport. Andrei invites her to have dinner together this evening, and Laura wants to have a sleep first. |
train_8018 | #Person1#: Hello, Betty! It's me, Tim! Am I calling at a bad time?
#Person2#: No, not really.
#Person1#: I have invited some of my friends to dinner at my house this evening. I thought maybe you'd like to come too.
#Person2#: Well, that sounds good. But I'm afraid I've got to do some reading for my English course at home.
#Person1#: Today is Friday. You've got to relax and enjoy yourself on the weekend.
#Person2#: I know, but there is a lot of reading to do. Besides, I really ought to do my washing this evening.
#Person1#: Then would you like to come just for a drink later on instead?
#Person2#: Actually, I'd like to go to bed early tonight. I'm a bit tired.
#Person1#: OK, have a good rest. I'll call you again tomorrow.
#Person2#: Don't call me early. I usually sleep until 9:00 on Saturdays.
#Person1#: What? That'll be too late for our Saturday country drive!
#Person2#: Did I say I'd go with you for a drive to the country?
#Person1#: No, but I have already planned everything.
#Person2#: Listen, Tim. I like to plan my own days myself. | Tim calls Betty to invite her to dinner at his house this evening. Betty refuses because she has got to do some reading. Tim has planned everything, but Betty prefers to plan her days herself. |
train_8019 | #Person1#: Sunshine Travel Agency, Nick speaking.
#Person2#: Hi Nick, it's Pat.
#Person1#: Hi, did you get the tickets for Mrs. King? I sent them this morning.
#Person2#: Yeah, they arrived about an hour ago. Look, I hate to do this to you, but...
#Person1#: Ooh, ooh, where does she want to go?
#Person2#: She needs to arrive in Miami by March twentieth. The head office move the sales meeting to Miami, so she needs to attend the sales meeting there before the opening of the Chicago office.
#Person1#: So she still wants to go to Chicago?
#Person2#: Yes, she still has to be there on March twenty third and then she's moved the interview in Los Angeles to the twenty fourth.
#Person1#: Oh, that's no problem. Leave it to me! | Pat calls Nick to book tickets to Miami for Mrs. King before she goes to Chicago. |
train_8020 | #Person1#: Good morning, Miss Gray, could I talk with you for a moment?
#Person2#: Yes, Tom, come in. What's the matter?
#Person1#: I want to change my deskmate.
#Person2#: Why? Don't you get on quite well with Lisa these days?
#Person1#: Yes, but actually it is she who wanted to change the deskmate. She said she didn't want to be my friend anymore.
#Person2#: Oh, why? Can you tell me the reason?
#Person1#: Yesterday, she wanted to borrow a pen from me, but accidentally I didn't have an extra 1 to lend her, so she got angry with me and didn't want to be my deskmate anymore.
#Person2#: OK, Tom, it is not so serious actually. Later I will talk with Lisa. I'm sure she will understand you. Now it is time for the math class. Let's go. Oh, by the way, can you help Miss Cook hand out the grated English homework?
#Person1#: Sure. Thank you, miss Gray. | Tom comes to find Miss Gray because Lisa got angry and didn't want to be his deskmate anymore. Miss Gray will talk with her later. |
train_8021 | #Person1#: We need to get a present for Tonya. She is our only granddaughter and she's moving into her new flat soon. Now, she said that she needs some cushions, but I don't know what color her sofa is?
#Person2#: I know that her mother has bought her a set of knives and forks, so why don't we get her a set of glasses?
#Person1#: Actually, she's got glasses already. No, let's get her what she's asked for. I think I'll give her a ring about the color. | #Person1# and #Person2# want to get a present for Tonya, their granddaughter. #Person1# thinks #Person1# will give her a ring. |
train_8022 | #Person1#: Are you going home now?
#Person2#: No, I'm not.
#Person1#: What are you going to do? Are you going to work late?
#Person2#: No, I'm not. I'm going to look for an apartment.
#Person1#: An apartment? Why?
#Person2#: I'm going to try to find a place near the office.
#Person1#: Where are you living now?
#Person2#: Out in the suburbs. It's a long trip to work every day.
#Person1#: How are you going to find an apartment?
#Person2#: I'm going to buy a newspaper and check the classified ads.
#Person1#: Apartments in the city are expensive.
#Person2#: I know, but I'm going to enroll in a night school to take a course in business management. | #Person2#'s going to look for an apartment near the office by checking the classified ads because #Person2# lives in the suburbs now and it's a long trip to work. |
train_8023 | #Person1#: I am sorry, I have broken my wine glass, and would you please bring me another?
#Person2#: Sure. I will clean the glasses for you.
#Person1#: Thank you. Where is the washing room?
#Person2#: Walk straight and turn left. | #Person1#'s broken the wine glass. #Person2# will clean it and tells #Person1# where the washing room is. |
train_8024 | #Person1#: Are you free tomorrow night?
#Person2#: Yes, I am.
#Person1#: Shall we have dinner together?
#Person2#: Do you have a special restaurant in mind?
#Person1#: Yes, I do. I know a place that has excellent food.
#Person2#: OK. I'll be happy to join you. | #Person1# invites #Person2# to dinner. #Person2# agrees. |
train_8025 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, Mr. Stein. I wonder if you are free tomorrow evening?
#Person2#: I'm not sure, but let me check my schedule. . . Ah, no. I have nothing then.
#Person1#: Great! Our president has asked me to come over to invite you to the banquet held in your honor at the Beijing Hotel at 7:00. Here's an invitation card for you.
#Person2#: How nice of him! I'll be delighted to go. But what time would be convenient?
#Person1#: I'll be here to pick you up at 6:30.
#Person2#: That's good. It's most thoughtful of you to do this, Miss Wood.
#Person1#: It's my pleasure. Well, then, see you tomorrow. | Miss Wood invites Mr. Stein to the banquet held in his honor. Mr. Stein is delighted to come. |
train_8026 | #Person1#: Hello, this is Lucy from ABC Company.
#Person2#: Hello, Lucy.
#Person1#: I'm calling to see if you have made your decision. You are the right person we are seeking for.
#Person2#: Yes, I have decided to work with your company.
#Person1#: Good news for us. When can you start to work?
#Person2#: It's my honor to be one member of your company. I'd like to begin to work any time as you like.
#Person1#: Ok, please come to my office at 9 AM next Monday. I will introduce you to our boss.
#Person2#: No problem. Thank you for calling me.
#Person1#: You're welcome. | Lucy phones #Person1# to know if #Person1# will accept the job offer. #Person1#'s willing to start working at any time |
train_8027 | #Person1#: It sounds that you have a high opinion of him.
#Person2#: He is an all-right guy. I have no bone to pick with him.
#Person1#: Birds of feather flock together.
#Person2#: But he is not a fine wether friend who could sell you down the river.
#Person1#: You cannot judge a person that way. I have a hunch that he is a sly dog.
#Person2#: Depends on with whom. He may be doing things on the sly, but he is honest with me. I trust him.
#Person1#: You can never tell. He might do you in when he sees an angle in doing it. | #Person2# has a high opinion of a guy and trusts him, but #Person1# thinks he is a sly dog. |
train_8028 | #Person1#: I would like to watch the Oscars on Tv tonight. How about you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd love to. It's interesting to see who is considered the best in their field and which film are thought to be particularly good.
#Person1#: I like watching it for the fashion. I like to see what the ladies are wearing. Of course, the men nearly always just wear the traditional tuxedo.
#Person2#: Sometimes the men wear flamboyant colours. Which films do you think will win awards this year?
#Person1#: I'm really not sure. Usually just one or two films look set to sweep the awards ceremony, but this year there are several contenders.
#Person2#: You're right. This year should be much more exciting than usual. What's you favourite award category?
#Person1#: You might think this strange, but I like the category for ' best foreign language film '.
#Person2#: It's nice to see foreign language films making a little impact on Hollywood. I like the ' best actor and actress '. | Both #Person1# and #Person2# would like to watch the Oscars on Tv tonight. #Person1# likes the category for 'best foreign language film' while #Person2# likes the 'best actor and actress'. |
train_8029 | #Person1#: And we got a 50 thousand dollar ticket for construction workers peeing off the roof.
#Person2#: That's great. Is the electrician here today?
#Person1#: See, I just told you he hit a deer. Man, I knew you weren't listening to me.
#Person2#: You're right. I wasn't. I hear nothing.
#Person1#: Nothing?
#Person2#: Not a sound on the city streets, just the beat of my own heart, I think that's how it goes, something like that.
#Person1#: You and Patricia got engaged, didn't you? You can tell me.
#Person2#: Engaged?
#Person1#: Come on.
#Person2#: Are you crazy?
#Person1#: What? I thought you liked Patricia. | #Person2# wasn't listening to #Person1#. #Person1# thought #Person2# got engaged but #Person2# didn't. |
train_8030 | #Person1#: Hello, Jack here.
#Person2#: Hello, Jack. It's Mary. What are you doing in your office?
#Person1#: I am working. I often work late on Thursdays. I am busy this week.
#Person2#: Would you like to come and have dinner with us on Friday?
#Person1#: Tomorrow? No, I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to. I'm going out of the town on business.
#Person2#: What about Saturday?
#Person1#: Sorry, I never go out on Saturday evening. I always watch football on Saturday evening.
#Person2#: Will you come round next Tuesday?
#Person1#: Next Tuesday? Just a moment! It will be the 21st of May. Oh, dear. Arm. . . I promised my aunt I would be at her birthday party.
#Person2#: What do you say to next Wednesday then?
#Person1#: Let me see. Yes, Mary. Let's make it next Wednesday.
#Person2#: Ok. Bye.
#Person1#: Bye. | Mary invites Jack to have dinner together, but Jack isn't available for the dates Mary suggests. Finally, they make it next Wednesday. |
train_8031 | #Person1#: Alright everyone settle down. Let's get started. As you know, an important aspect of becoming a good citizen is understanding the genesis of our legal system. It is not enough to simply memorize our laws, it is necessary that we comprehend why and how they were formed. This brings me to our topic for today. Does anyone know what we celebrate on May first?
#Person2#: Cinct de mayo?
#Person1#: No, that's May fifth in Spanish, James, no wonder you are failing my Spanish class. No, May first is International Workers'Day.
#Person2#: Do we get a day off from school then?
#Person1#: No! It is not considered to be a national holiday here in the US, but in other countries it is.
#Person2#: Www, man!
#Person1#: In the nineteenth century, working conditions were appalling, with workers being forced to work ten, twelve, and fourteen hours a day. Support for the eight-hour work day movement was growing rapidly, despite the indifference and hostility of many union leaders, and by April 1886, 250, 000 workers were involved in the May Day movement. Previous legislative attempts to improve working conditions had failed, so labor organizers took drastic measures. They passed a resolution stating that eight hours would constitute a legal day's work. And, on May First 1886, the resolution took effect.
#Person2#: Cool! Is that why we only work eight hours now?
#Person1#: Yes! But the happy ending came at a high price. On May third, 1886, police fired into a crowd of strikers at the McCormick Reaper Works Factory, killing four and wounding many. A mass meeting was called for the next day to protest the brutality.
#Person2#: And then what happened?
#Person1#: Well, as we say, the rest is history. . . | #Person1# introduces the topic of International Workers' Day by asking students what people celebrate on May first, then #Person1# begins to tells students the origin of International Workers' Day. |
train_8032 | #Person1#: I've come to apologize for what I said yesterday.
#Person2#: Don't think any more about it.
#Person1#: I must make an apology for losing my temper.
#Person2#: It's really not necessary. I know your intention was good.
#Person1#: I'm relieved to hear that. Anyway, it's my fault. | #Person1# apologizes for losing #Person1#'s temper. #Person2# says it's not necessary. |
train_8033 | #Person1#: I often go to a place of leisure.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: I very much like to go to a cafe and doze in the afternoon sunshine.
#Person2#: Sounds great.
#Person1#: The coffee, books, music and sunshine are just beautiful there.
#Person2#: How nice.
#Person1#: I may take you there some day.
#Person2#: Good. | #Person1# often goes to a place of leisure. #Person1# may take #Person2# there someday. |
train_8034 | #Person1#: I wonder what he looks like. Oh, I can't wait to see him! His email said he'd be wearing a white hat. ( looking around for him ) oh, there he is.
#Person2#: hey, Isabelle. . .
#Person1#: Logan! Why on earth are you hiding here? White hat! Come on! Don't tell me you're the guy! It can't be true.
#Person2#: yes, I am the guy.
#Person1#: what a bummer! You set me up?
#Person2#: let me explain. I didn't mean to hurt you. . .
#Person1#: how dare you!
#Person2#: hang on a second. Hear me out, just this once, Isabella!
#Person1#: why did you lie to me in the email?
#Person2#: I didn't lie. You just didn't ask me my real name.
#Person1#: I should have known it was you. No wonder all the 20 questions were answered correctly. I thought I might have found the one for me.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. It was cruel of me. But I promise it will never happen again? Look, there's a nice restaurant. Let me take you to dinner and we can talk things over. | Isabelle comes expectantly to meet someone she knew in the email only to find it's Logan, so she's annoyed. Logan apologizes and wants to talk things over. |
train_8035 | #Person1#: What do you like to do with your free time?
#Person2#: Study English.
#Person1#: You mean you like to study English? Why?
#Person2#: It gives me great satisfaction.
#Person1#: Studying English wouldn't give me any satisfaction. It's hard work.
#Person2#: I don't mind the work. I think it's worthwhile. | Studying English is a great satisfaction to #Person2# but hard work to #Person1#. |
train_8036 | #Person1#: Have you noticed the Mexican restaurant on the other side of this street?
#Person2#: You mean the one with the yellow bricks? But last time I saw it, it wasn't really in business yet. I saw some people inside furnishing the rooms. Is it open now?
#Person1#: Yes, someone give me a pamphlet introducing the restaurant and its business hours when I passed by this morning. So, let's have a try. My treat.
#Person2#: Great, I like the idea of trying some new food.
#Person1#: Good for you. Today we have more chances to try some new food because there are now many new form restaurants in our city coming from places all over the world.
#Person2#: Also some traditional Chinese food, like noodles and dumpling are marketed in modern ways with improved food quality. I heard this year, the government has imposed very stringent inspection on the hi-gene conditions restaurants and suppliers of food are also under tighter control. For sure all the customers will benefit from this. | #Person1# wants to treat #Person2# to the newly-opened Mexican restaurant nearby. #Person2# gladly agrees as #Person2# likes trying new food. |
train_8037 | #Person1#: I hear you are moving to Dalian.
#Person2#: Yes. I found a very good job down here.
#Person1#: Well, we'll certainly miss you here.
#Person2#: I am going to miss you, too.
#Person1#: Let's keep in touch.
#Person2#: OK. I will write to you as soon as I get there. | #Person2#'s moving to Dalian for work. #Person1# will miss #Person2#. |
train_8038 | #Person1#: Are you looking for an apartment?
#Person2#: Yes, I am interested in finding a one-bedroom apartment near Washington Square.
#Person1#: I think I have just a right apartment for you.
#Person2#: Oh, good. Can you describe it?
#Person1#: Yes. It has one bedroom, a large living space and 4 kitchens.
#Person2#: So is there a refrigerator?
#Person1#: Yes, it's brand-new.
#Person2#: It sounds great. How much is the rent?
#Person1#: It's $ 8. 50 a month.
#Person2#: When can I see it?
#Person1#: We can take a see by there now if you like. The landlord left me a set of keys with me.
#Person2#: Ok, that would be great. | #Person2#'s looking for an apartment. #Person1# knows one that meets all #Person2#'s requirements. They will go to see it now. |
train_8039 | #Person1#: Excuse me, can I have a look at the green coat?
#Person2#: Certainly. Here you are. It's a new arrival.
#Person1#: Yes, I like the style. Can I try this on?
#Person2#: Sure. The fitting room is in the corner. | #Person1# tries on a green coat with #Person2#'s assistance. |
train_8040 | #Person1#: Recently I have been getting headache and my eyes come to see focus properly.
#Person2#: When did you last time have your eyes checked?
#Person1#: Two years ago. At that time I had no problems. Now I can't even make out something ten meters away.
#Person2#: Come over here. I will test your eyes. First cover your left eye like this, and when I point, please read the chart from the top, and go as far as you can telling me which way the ' E ' points.
#Person1#: All right.
#Person2#: Good. Now the other eye.
#Person1#: Well, this one is worse.
#Person2#: Never mind, just read as far as you can.
#Person1#: I can only read the first three lines. | #Person1#'s got headaches recently and #Person1#'s eyes fail to see focus properly, so #Person2# give #Person1#'s eyes a test. |
train_8041 | #Person1#: Mrs. Miller, you are an old friend of ours. In order to encourage future business and as a gesture of friendship, we are prepared to cut our price by 5 %. Will that satisfy you?
#Person2#: That's great. Thank you for making this concession. I accept.
#Person1#: Now I repeat, 5, 000 transistor sets, specifications as shown in our catalogue at $ 20 each C. I. F. Los Angeles.
#Person2#: Good. Now that the price is decided on, we can discuss the packaging.
#Person1#: As to packaging, we'll pack them two dozens to one carton, gross weight about 25 kilos a carton.
#Person2#: Carton?
#Person1#: Yes, corrugated cardboard boxes.
#Person2#: Could you use wooden cases instead?
#Person1#: Why use wooden cases?
#Person2#: I'm afraid the cardboard boxes are not strong enough for ocean transportation.
#Person1#: Cartons are comparatively light, and there fore easy to handle. They'll not be stowed away with the heavy cargo. Besides, we'll reinforce the cartons with metal straps.
#Person2#: All right. Carton or no carton, the packaging must be waterproof as well as strong enough to stand shock and rough handling.
#Person1#: You needn't worry about that. Cartons are extensively used in our shipments to foreign countries and there have never been complaints from our clients. Now, as regards payment, we have agreed to use dollars, am I right?
#Person2#: That's right. As soon as I get home, I'll see about the opening of the letter of credit.
#Person1#: Please open the letter of credit 15 to 30 days before the date of delivery so that we'll have enough time to make all the necessary arrangements. Another thing, the L / C should be valid until the 15th day after shipment.
#Person2#: No problem. That can be done. I understand you'll ship the goods before the end of May?
#Person1#: Right. We'll ship the goods according to the agreed time schedule. Last, but not least, the inspection is to be carried out by Houston Commodities Inspection Bureau, which is final and binding on both parties.
#Person2#: Yes, we agreed to that. We have great confidence in your inspection institution. Through years of dealing with you, we've convinced of your commercial integrity.
#Person1#: Thank you. You can rest assured that we'll do everything possible to prevent de festive commodities from going abroad. However, if there should be any disputes, we wish to have them settled through friendly discussions.
#Person2#: Exactly. That's what we have done in the past.
#Person1#: Well, it seems we have covered everything. We'll have the contract ready in a couple of days.
#Person2#: Can you speed it up and let me have it today? I'm leaving tomorrow. I've been here for almost a month now, you see. My corporation is urging me to return. I've booked the ticket for tomorrow afternoon's flight at 3.
#Person1#: Let me see. If we can't get the contract ready by then, we'll send it to you by airmail for your signature.
#Person2#: That's fine too. | #Person1# offers to cut the price by 5% and Mrs. Miller is satisfied with this. They discuss the way of packaging and the opening time of the letter of credit. #Person1# will ship the goods according to the agreed schedule and Mrs. Miller has confidence in #Person1#'s inspection institution. Mrs. Miller requests #Person1# to let her have the contract today since she's leaving tomorrow. #Person1# will send the contract to Mrs. Miller by airmail if it's not ready by then. |
train_8042 | #Person1#: This book I'm reading about Yoga is really interesting.
#Person2#: I didn't know you did Yoga.
#Person1#: I don't really practice it regularly yet, I'm just learning about it.
#Person2#: What have you learned?
#Person1#: Right now I'm learning about the importance of breathing slow, deep and regularly.
#Person2#: As opposed to short and shallow?
#Person1#: Yes. It says here, 'He who only half breathes, half lives. '
#Person2#: I read something like that once. I think it was, 'Life is in the breath. ' | #Person1#'s reading a book about Yoga and explains to #Person2# the importance of breathing slow, deep, and regularly. |
train_8043 | #Person1#: I'm reporting from Channel 5 News.
#Person2#: How are you doing?
#Person1#: I want to ask you a couple questions.
#Person2#: Go for it.
#Person1#: Have you voted yet?
#Person2#: I voted this morning.
#Person1#: Who was your vote for President?
#Person2#: I can't tell you that.
#Person1#: Why can't you tell me?
#Person2#: That is private information.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: All I can tell you is our next President got my vote. | #Person1# is reporting from Channel 5 and asks #Person2# some questions about voting for President. |
train_8044 | #Person1#: Good morning. Venus Real Estate Agency.
#Person2#: Good morning. I'm calling to ask if you have a vacant apartment.
#Person1#: Do you have any particular type of apartment in mind?
#Person2#: I prefer a one-bedroom apartment.
#Person1#: Are you renting it alone or with company?
#Person2#: I'll share it with one of my friends. What's in a one-bedroom apartment?
#Person1#: A one-bedroom apartment has one bedroom, a living room, a kitchen and a bathroom.
#Person2#: Is there any furniture?
#Person1#: No, but a fridge and a stove.
#Person2#: It sounds wonderful. Do I have to sign a lease? How much should I pay?
#Person1#: Yes, it's a one-year lease. And $ 200 a week with one month refundable deposit.
#Person2#: When can I come over?
#Person1#: Would Friday morning be alright?
#Person2#: OK. Good-bye.
#Person1#: Good-bye. | #Person2# wants to rent a one-bedroom apartment. #Person1# tells #Person2# the furnishing of the apartment. #Person2#'s satisfied and wants to sign the lease. |
train_8045 | #Person1#: No-no-no, sorry! That's a handicapped parking space. Are you handicapped?
#Person2#: No, but this is an emergency! Please!
#Person1#: Sorry, but you'll have to park in a normal space.
#Person2#: OK, OK, fine! Just open the gate!
#Person1#: Be patient, miss. It'll just be a second.
#Person2#: Thank god! A car's leaving. It's my turn! | #Person2# wants to park in the handicapped parking space because of an emergency. #Person1# insists on #Person2# parking in a normal space. |
train_8046 | #Person1#: May I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Yes. I'm looking for a coat for my daughter.
#Person1#: These coats are for boys. This way, please.
#Person2#: Well, that yellow coat is nice. May I have a look at it?
#Person1#: Sure, here you are.
#Person2#: How much is it?
#Person1#: 150 yuan.
#Person2#: That's a bit expensive. Do you have a cheaper one?
#Person1#: The blue one is cheaper. It's 80 yuan.
#Person2#: But my daughter doesn't like this color. She likes red best. I'll go to another shop to have a look. | #Person2# is looking for a coat for his daughter. #Person1#'s shop doesn't have a satisfying one. |
train_8047 | #Person1#: I really need to make some extra money. You know I've practically spent my entire budget for this semester.
#Person2#: Why not check out the new cafeteria at Market Street? I think there are still a few openings suitable for seniors like you. | #Person1# needs to make some money. #Person2# suggests checking out the new cafeteria. |
train_8048 | #Person1#: Judg, I haven't seen you in weeks. Where have you been?
#Person2#: In Florida
#Person1#: What a vacation! While the rest of us are studying on the campus in the February cold.
#Person2#: Not exactly. I was on a special field trip. | Judg went on a special field trip to Florida. #Person1# thought he was on vacation. |
train_8049 | #Person1#: Mr. White, what changes have you seen in the champagne market in the last ten to fifteen years?
#Person2#: Well the biggest change has been the decrease in sales since the great boom years of the 1980s when champagne production and sales reached record levels.
#Person1#: Which was the best year?
#Person2#: Well the record was in 1989 when 249 million bottles of champagne was sold. The highest production level was reached in 1990 with a total of 293 million bottles. Of course since those boom years sales have fallen.
#Person1#: Has the market been badly hit by the recession?
#Person2#: Oh certainly, the economic problems in champagnes' export markets that's Europe, the United States, Japan, and of course the domestic market in France, the economic problems have certainly been one reason for the decrease in champagne sales.
#Person1#: And the other reasons?
#Person2#: Another important factor has been price. In the early 90s, champagne was very overpriced, so many people stop buying it. Instead they bought sparkling wines from other countries, in particular from Australia and Spain. And then there was another problem for champagne in the early 90s.
#Person1#: What was that?
#Person2#: There was a lot of rather bad champagne on the market. This meant the popularity of good sparkling wines increased even more. People was surprised by their quality and of course they were a lot cheaper than champagne.
#Person1#: Do you think the champagne market will recover in the future?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm sure it will. When the economic situation improves, I believe the market will recover. | Mr. White describes the changes in the champagne market in the last ten to fifteen years to #Person1# and explains the reasons why the sales have fallen since those boom years. Mr. White believes the market will recover in the future. |
train_8050 | #Person1#: Hi, Claire. How does it feel to be back on campus?
#Person2#: Hi, Gee. Well, to tell you the truth, I have mixed feelings.
#Person1#: Oh, why?
#Person2#: I have this great summer job that I really hated to leave I worked at the wild life research center in Maryland.
#Person1#: That makes sense for a genetic major. What did you do? Clean the cages?
#Person2#: This is a wild life center, not a zoo. This place breeds endangered species and tries to prepare them for life in the wild.
#Person1#: You mean the endangered species like the tiger and the panda?
#Person2#: Well, endangered species, yes. But not tigers or pandas. I work with whooping cranes and sandhill cranes. I taught the baby crane how to eat and drink, and I help the vets to give medical check-ups.
#Person1#: I can see it was hard to leave that job. But how did you teach a bird how to eat and drink?
#Person2#: We covered ourselves up with cloth and used puppets made out of stuffed crones to show the baby chicks what to do. Then the chicks copied what the puppets did.
#Person1#: Cloth? Puppets? Sounds like fun.
#Person2#: It was. The cloth and puppets are the key tools. We all covered ourselves up, the scientists, the vets, the junior staff, everybody. You see, baby cranes will become attached to their caretakers.
#Person1#: So if the caretaker is a person, the crane will stay in places where people are.
#Person2#: Yeah. And their chances for survival aren't very good. But by covering ourselves and using cloth and puppets the chicks are more likely to seek out other birds rather than people. And their transition to the wild has a better chance of being successful.
#Person1#: A chance of being successful? Hasn't this been done before?
#Person2#: It's been done with sandhill cranes and everyone is optimistic about its work with whooping cranes too.
#Person1#: If this works, it should increase the number of cranes in the wild.
#Person2#: Yeah. It's exciting, isn't it? | Claire has mixed feelings to be back on campus because she hated to leave her summer job. She worked at the wildlife research center, where she helped to breed cranes and prepare them for life in the wild. Claire then shares her experience in detail. |
train_8051 | #Person1#: Wow, I had no idea you were such a good artist! When did you learn to paint?
#Person2#: I started studying one year ago. But I've been drawing since I was five years old. I've also been taking pictures for six years, when my dad gave me my first camera for my birthday. I think photography has really helped me with my painting.
#Person1#: Your art is great! Why don't you tell people you're an artist?
#Person2#: I'm too shy to tell anybody about my art. | #Person1# admires #Person2#'s painting. #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s artistic career. |
train_8052 | #Person1#: I received an email yesterday from Henry. Do you remember? He was one of the chairpersons of our students union.
#Person2#: Yes, but I haven't heard from him for ages. Actually I've been out of touch with him since our first reunion after graduation. | #Person1# received an email from Henry whom #Person2# has been out of touch for ages. |
train_8053 | #Person1#: Excuse me, could you tell me where the International Post Office is?
#Person2#: Go straight on; turn right at the first traffic lights. The post office is about fifty meters away.
#Person1#: I see. And is the No.13 Middle School far away from the post office?
#Person2#: Not at all. It's about 150 meters. Where do you want to go?
#Person1#: Oh, I only want to pick up my cousin from school. I am told that the school is next to the post office, and that is why I want to know how to get to the post office first. | #Person1# needs to pick up #Person2#'s cousin from school and asks #Person2# where the International Post Office is because #Person2# was told the No.13 Middle School is next to it. |
train_8054 | #Person1#: Excuse me, sir. I notice you're reading a newspaper. Can I ask you some questions for a market research project?
#Person2#: I don't really trust big advertisers, so...
#Person1#: Oh, it's not like that. We're a small nonprofit organization, and we're hoping to save our local papers and all the jobs they create.
#Person2#: Oh, that's an awesome cause! Fire away!
#Person1#: Great. So, tell me what you like about newspapers.
#Person2#: Well, there is a certain feel to holding a paper and turning the pages. The touch and sound of the paper as I fold it are so pleasant... A tablet can't give you this kind of feeling at all.
#Person1#: Do you usually read the whole paper or go through different sections to pick out your favorite articles?
#Person2#: I like being able to look around and find what I want. I can do this very quickly with a newspaper, but online news is tough for me to sort through. It takes me forever just to find something good, and sometimes when I do, it turns out to be something different!
#Person1#: Do you dislike anything about your newspaper?
#Person2#: Well, the only thing I can think of is all the ads nowadays. But it's even worse online, so I guess the answer is no! | #Person1# from a small nonprofit organization asks #Person2# some questions about newspapers for a market research project to save local papers and all the jobs they create. |
train_8055 | #Person1#: This is a nice set of wheels. How much did the dealer charge you for this?
#Person2#: A lot. I probably got to moonlight for the rest of my life, but so what, it's worth it. Come on, get in. Let's take a drive.
#Person1#: Okay then, let's go fast! Whoa! This thing can really accelerate fast.
#Person2#: Check out what happens when I put on the brakes suddenly. It can stop quickly.
#Person1#: Hey, just watch out for cops or you're gonna end up in the slammer. You know you tend to go fast?
#Person2#: Yes, I know it. I went through my last set of tires fast. I even had three flat tires in two weeks.
#Person1#: Now watch... some guys probably run a light and hit your car.
#Person2#: Cut out, would you? | #Person1# got an expensive car and takes #Person2# for a drive. #Person1# drives at a fast speed so #Person2# asks #Person1# to watch out. |
train_8056 | #Person1#: I would like to have a new suit made. something in a dark blue wool.
#Person2#: Certainly, sir. Double or single breasted?
#Person1#: I think I would like the pants pleated. I am not sure about the jacket though as I'm a little overweight.
#Person2#: I see, sir. For a gentleman of your size I would recommend a single-breasted jacket as it does tend to make one look a little slimmer. Just let me take your measurements, Let's see, neck 41cm, chest 110cm, wait 120cm and inside leg 70cm. You do have short legs, sir.
#Person1#: Yes, that is why I usually choose dark colours for my business suits.
#Person2#: Can you come back in three days for a fitting?
#Person1#: Certainly.
#Person2#: Good that way. I can have the suit ready for you two days after that fitting. | #Person1# wants to have a new suit made. #Person2# recommends a style and takes #Person1#'s measurements. |
train_8057 | #Person1#: Oh, the clothes here are so expensive! No wonder there are few people.
#Person2#: Beauty costs, dear! What do you think of this dress? Do you think it suits me?
#Person1#: Yeah, it's lovely, but to be frank, it's not the most practical. You don't have many formal events in your calendar, do you?
#Person2#: Come on, you sound like my Mom. Look at it, it's beautiful!
#Person1#: When you buy clothes, you must think about the material, quality and price.
#Person2#: Maybe you have a point.
#Person1#: Make sure you buy what you need and your clothes can be worn for various occasions.
#Person2#: All right. How about this black skirt? It can be worn for anything---a party, a job interview and even a funeral!
#Person1#: That's true, but you already have two balck coats and one black sweater.
#Person2#: Oh! Hey, look, that's the same shirt Britney wore in her concert.
#Person1#: Exactly! Oh, my god! I love Britney! I'm going to get it.
#Person2#: Why not try it on?
#Person1#: It's just the right size--a perfect fit! I'll take it. Oh, no, I'm a little short. Did you bring your credit card?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: I promise I'll pay you back as soon as we get home. | #Person2#'s selecting clothes passionately while #Person1#'s trying to persuade #Person2# not to buy needless clothes. However, #Person1# gets crazy when #Person2# shows her the same shirt Britney wore in her concert because #Person1# loves Britney, then #Person1# borrows some money from #Person2# to buy it. |
train_8058 | #Person1#: Let me take care of the check today.
#Person2#: Why? It's unfair. How about going dutch?
#Person1#: You paid the last time, because I didn't have any money, remember?
#Person2#: Oh, come on, I almost forgot. Don't worry about it. I didn't mind picking up the tab last time.
#Person1#: But you really should let me treat one time, I feel like I own you one if I didn't.
#Person2#: Ok, but it's only for this time.
#Person1#: What's the damage?
#Person2#: It's 12 dollars 80 cents all together. But don't forget the tip, it usually 15%.
#Person1#: Check, please. | #Person1# wants to pay the check because #Person2# paid last time. #Person2# wants to go dutch, but #Person1# insists. |
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