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train_8059 | #Person1#: When're you getting married?
#Person2#: We planned our wedding for next May.
#Person1#: Why so late? Didn't she want to get married this October?
#Person2#: Yeah, I did. But my fiance has an important project.
#Person1#: That's really a shame. By the way, who will be the bridesmaid?
#Person2#: Julie's friend, Mary. And John will be the best man.
#Person1#: Wow! I'm very excited about your ceremony. | #Person1# asks about #Person2#'s wedding time and feels excited about it. |
train_8060 | #Person1#: Hoo, I'm getting tired, Jeanine, been a long day.
#Person2#: I'm not quitting yet. You know my favourite slogan, don't you?
#Person1#: Yeah, I know. Shop till you drop.
#Person2#: Right!
#Person1#: I'm getting a little short on cash. Let's just window shop a little.
#Person2#: Ok.
#Person1#: Hey, Jeanine, get a load of that. It's beautiful.
#Person2#: Hahaha, and I thought you were tired.
#Person1#: You know . . I have a weakness for long dresses.
#Person2#: It sure looks special, looks expensive too.
#Person1#: Sure does. Hey, can I sponge a little cash of you?
#Person2#: Don't worry, Mary, I've got you covered.
#Person1#: Thanks, Jeanine, you are a real pal. Let's go in. | Mary's getting short on cash so she suggests window-shopping. Mary sees a beautiful long dress and requests Jeanine to lend her some cash. Jeanine agrees. |
train_8061 | #Person1#: Hey, you, pick up that piece of garbage!
#Person2#: Huh? Me?
#Person1#: Yeah, you. I just saw you throw a piece of garbage on the ground. Can't you read the No Littering sign? It's a $500 penalty for littering, so go pick it up and put it in the garbage can over there.
#Person2#: Why should I do that? It's only a piece of garbage. Why should you care?
#Person1#: Because this is a public place, and I want to spend my time here without having to look at your garbage.
#Person2#: Listen, I really don't know why you're making this into such a big issue. It's only a small piece of garbage in a large space. It's not like there's garbage everywhere. Besides, someone will come along to clean it up at some time or another.
#Person1#: It's not the cleaner's responsibility to pick up after lazy people. It's part of your responsibility to make sure that the place is neat for other people. If everyone thought like you, there'd be garbage everywhere! The cleaners can't be everywhere!
#Person2#: Ok, whatever. See, I'm putting it in the garbage can.
#Person1#: Hold on, that's an item. You should put that in the recycle bin next to the trashcan. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to pick up the garbage #Person2# threw on the ground. #Person2# is unwilling to do so at first but puts the garbage in the garbage can at last. |
train_8062 | #Person1#: Both our countries are quite small. How would you describe the landscape in your country?
#Person2#: My country is well know for being very flat. There are some hills in the southeast of the country.
#Person1#: Is it really completely flat?
#Person2#: Pretty much. The land rises and falls only a few meters. The southeast, the hills rise to a height of a few hundred meters. There are mountains over 1000 meters high in your country.
#Person1#: Yes, there are. They are not very big compared with the mountains in other countries.
#Person2#: The coast of your country is very varied. The coast of my country is just made up of sandy beaches.
#Person1#: That doesn't sound too bad. Great for sunbathing! The coast of my country changes even within a few kilometers. There are cliffs, then sandy beaches. Then rocks. There are lots of caves in the cliffs. There are also many small islands off the coast, but few people lives on them.
#Person2#: There are many lakes and rivers in your country too. We also have many rivers, but only a few lakes.
#Person1#: We also have waterfalls in the mountains. They make the landscapes look very scenic. The landscape has been shapes by millions of years of erosion, especially by water. | #Person1#'s country has high mountains and varied coast. #Person2#'s country is flat with sandy beaches. #Person1#'s country has many lakes and rivers. #Person2#'s country has many rivers but only a few lakes. |
train_8063 | #Person1#: Do you have a question, Mary?
#Person2#: No. That's not why I raised my hand. I need to go to the ladies' room.
#Person1#: Let me give you a hall pass for it.
#Person2#: What's a hall pass?
#Person1#: With a hall pass, you can go to the ladies' room or wherever you need to go during class time.
#Person2#: I see.
#Person1#: If a teacher stops you in the hallway, just show him or her the pass.
#Person2#: Or else I'll get into trouble.
#Person1#: That's right. | Mary needs to go to the ladies' room during class time. #Person1# will give her a hall pass. |
train_8064 | #Person1#: Have you got any plans for the coming holiday?
#Person2#: Yes, a very special plan. I will be doing volunteer work in a zoo for 2 weeks.
#Person1#: Volunteer work in a zoo? How did you hear that they needed volunteers? From the newspaper or TV?
#Person2#: Neither. A friend of mine working there told me the other day.
#Person1#: Have you sent your application yet?
#Person2#: I sent it a week ago and luckily it was approved by the manager yesterday afternoon.
#Person1#: What specific things will you do?
#Person2#: I will help to feed the animals.
#Person1#: It will certainly be a unique experience. I'm looking forward to hearing your story when you come back and seeing your photos.
#Person2#: I will take as many as possible.
#Person1#: Have you had any experience in voluntary work? You've never told me about that before.
#Person2#: I once helped sell tickets in a cinema. I believe I can do my new job well.
#Person1#: I think so, your one month holiday surely will be meaningful. | #Person2# will do volunteer work in a zoo during the coming holiday. #Person1# asks about the details and looks forward to hearing the story when #Person2# comes back. |
train_8065 | #Person1#: Hello, Jack. Are you having a good holiday?
#Person2#: Hi, mom, don't mention it. It has been raining every day since I got here.
#Person1#: That's a pity and it's been nice and sunny here. When will you be home?
#Person2#: I was going to be back tomorrow. But the flights are fully booked, the next available flight leaves on Thursday. So I have to be back the day after tomorrow. I just hope it won't snow before then. | Jack's mom asks Jack about his holiday. Jack won't be able to come back until the day after tomorrow due to fully-booked flights. |
train_8066 | #Person1#: What on earth has happened to you?
#Person2#: I tripped up when I was running in the park. I fell on a bit of tree or something.
#Person1#: Let me see. It's quite a deep cut. You'd better wash it in the bathroom.
#Person2#: Yeah, I will.
#Person1#: You know, if I were you, I'd go down to an emergency room in a hospital.
#Person2#: I'm not going all the way to a hospital about a cut.
#Person1#: If it doesn't stop bleeding. I'll give the doctor a ring.
#Person2#: OK, please look in our first aid box and get me some bandages. | #Person2# got a deep cut but #Person2#'s not going to the hospital as #Person1# suggests. |
train_8067 | #Person1#: Welcome Mister Bates.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Can I get you a cup of tea or some water?
#Person2#: I'm fine, I just had coffee, but thanks.
#Person1#: Ok, well, then please take a seat. I have reviewed your application and you seem to be a good candidate for alone.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: I do have a couple of questions. First, I notice that your income dropped last year, can you explain that?
#Person2#: Yes, I started my own log company last year. For the first few months, we didn't have a lot of customers. But we have many customers now, we're on track this year to earn a large profit.
#Person1#: I see, starting your own business is very ambitious, did you have to take out a business loan for that?
#Person2#: No, I got help from my family and friends.
#Person1#: Very well, so I see that you are looking to buy a $500,000 house. Will you be buying it by yourself?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm not married.
#Person1#: How much money will you put down on the house?
#Person2#: 20%.
#Person1#: All right, sir. Well, thank you for this information. I need to review this application with our senior loan officer, before we can give you a final answer. You can expect to hear from us by the end of the week. | #Person1# greets Mister Bates and then begins to ask some questions about his finance. #Person1# will review his application with their senior loan officer. |
train_8068 | #Person1#: Mister Williams, these days, David has been looking tired all the time. He has been falling asleep in class. I wonder if you should take him to see a doctor.
#Person2#: Thanks, Miss Jones. I know what the problem is. He's recently been going to bed far too late.
#Person1#: When does he go to bed?
#Person2#: Usually around 11 o'clock. Sometimes even later.
#Person1#: That's much too late. Can you help him get in bed earlier? Say around 9:30 or no later than 10 o'clock.
#Person2#: We'll try. You know both David's mother and I often have to stay up late because of our work and recently David seems to have also got into our bad habit of going to bed late.
#Person1#: Yes, but David has to get up very early for school. I'm really worried about his health and his studies.
#Person2#: Yes, you're right. We'll try to change our habits to set a good example for David. | Mister Williams tells Miss Jones that David looks tired because he goes to bed late. Miss Jones suggests he get David in bed earlier. |
train_8069 | #Person1#: What time is it, Harriet? I'm starving, but I guess it's not time for lunch yet.
#Person2#: Let's see. According to my iphone, it's just a few minutes past noon.
#Person1#: What? I thought my watch was wrong. Shouldn't the sun be overhead if it's noon?
#Person2#: Oh, Don, I can tell you weren't listening in science class last week. The sun is only overhead at noon for 2 days a year.
#Person1#: Haha, very funny.
#Person2#: No, really. Mrs. Sorenson explained it. The Earth goes around the sun at an angle and that changes where the sun is at noon.
#Person1#: But then those old clocks that measured time by the sun shadow were all wrong.
#Person2#: Emm, not exactly. They're just not the same as the time we keep on our computers.
#Person1#: I wish I was sitting in a computer right now instead of out here. I'm starting to hate nature. | Don tells from the sun that it's not time for lunch yet, but Harriet tells #Person1# it's already past noon, then Harriet explains to him the principle of measuring time. |
train_8070 | #Person1#: May I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, please. I'm looking for a cotton polo shirt.
#Person1#: Any particular colour?
#Person2#: Not really.
#Person1#: How about this one?
#Person2#: I like the design, but don't particularly care for the colour. Do you have that in other colours, too?
#Person1#: Well, they come in white, pale yellow, aqua, red and green. Will a white one do?
#Person2#: Yes. I prefer white - and may I see a pale yellow one, too?
#Person1#: Why, of course. Let's see... White... Pale yellow. Here you are, sir. | #Person2# is looking for a cotton polo shirt. #Person1# recommends a white one. #Person2# likes it and wants to see a pale yellow one, too. |
train_8071 | #Person1#: Hello, this is Li Bo speaking.
#Person2#: Hi, I am Liu Ming. I am calling to tell you that I have got the job.
#Person1#: Oh, that is wonderful. Congratulations!
#Person2#: I really feel grateful to you for your reference. They have mentioned this in the job interview.
#Person1#: Don't mention it. I think that is because you have right qualifications and nice personality.
#Person2#: Thanks again. I will start on next Monday. I am sure I will have good performance.
#Person1#: I agree. | Liu Ming has got a job and thanks Li Bo for Li Bo's reference. |
train_8072 | #Person1#: We have made some adjustment on the prices. And this is renewed price list.
#Person2#: Thank you for allowing us 3 % reduction, but still we find your price is on the high side.
#Person1#: This is our rock-bottom price, and we can't make any further reduction.
#Person2#: If so, we find it difficult for us to go on with our talks.
#Person1#: Then what ' s your counter-offer?
#Person2#: This is our counter-offer.
#Person1#: We are sincere to make business with you, but the difference between your counter-offer and our price is too great.
#Person2#: So are we. Our counter-offer is in line with the world market.
#Person1#: How about meeting each other half-way in order to conclude the business?
#Person2#: Agreed. | #Person1#'s price and #Person2#'s counter-offer have a great difference. They agree to meet each other half-way to conclude the business. |
train_8073 | #Person1#: Would you like to order anything else?
#Person2#: No, I'm good. All we need now is our check.
#Person1#: The waitress is walking over here with our check even as we speak.
#Person2#: I have never had bad service at this restaurant, but this time was really exceptional.
#Person1#: Yes, she really went out of her way to make this a pleasant dining experience.
#Person2#: Let's take a look at our bill. The total price for our dinner is $ 36. 00.
#Person1#: How much money should we leave for a tip?
#Person2#: I know that 15 % is a normal tip, but I really thought that this waitress went out of her way for us. What do you think about tipping her 20 %?
#Person1#: She definitely deserves 20 % for a tip.
#Person2#: So we can add her tip of $ 7. 20 to the bill of $ 36. 00 and the total will be $ 43. 20.
#Person1#: Yes, what a wonderful meal!
#Person2#: It absolutely was a great meal. We'll have to return here for lunch sometime. | #Person1# and #Person2# agree they had a great meal and their waitress deserves 20% for a tip because she went out of her way for them. |
train_8074 | #Person1#: Have you ever shopped at Whole Foods market?
#Person2#: Nope. How's the food there?
#Person1#: It's very good, and it's fresh too.
#Person2#: I do my shopping at Sons.
#Person1#: I shopped there before too, but the food is better at Whole Foods.
#Person2#: What's wrong with Sons?
#Person1#: Their range of organic foods is very limited.
#Person2#: Whole Foods has a lot of organic foods?
#Person1#: Yeah, the food there is very healthy.
#Person2#: I've never been, but I may start shopping there.
#Person1#: The food there is a great step up from Sons.
#Person2#: Thanks for letting me know. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the Whole Foods market has more organic foods than Sons. #Person2# may start shopping there. |
train_8075 | #Person1#: Do you know what you're going to do this weekend?
#Person2#: I am going to see a movie with a friend of mine. What about you?
#Person1#: I don't know.
#Person2#: Would you like to see a movie with me and my friend?
#Person1#: Do you know what movie you're going to watch?
#Person2#: I don't know, but was there a certain movie you wanted to see?
#Person1#: None that I can think of.
#Person2#: Well, would you like to go?
#Person1#: Thank you for inviting me, but I think I'll pass.
#Person2#: All right. Another time then. | #Person1# doesn't know what to do this weekend. #Person2# invites #Person1# to see a movie together but #Person1# refuses. |
train_8076 | #Person1#: What date is it today?
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: Look at the girls in the street. They all have a bunch of flowers. Is it Valentine's Day?
#Person2#: Oh, yes! I completely forgot about it.
#Person1#: Did you have a fight with Jack?
#Person2#: No, but now he'll be in trouble. What's a boyfriend for? To forget about Valentine's Day?
#Person1#: Come on, dear! You forgot it, too.
#Person2#: You know, it's OK for a girl to forget these ' big days ', but for a guy, to do that is unforgivable.
#Person1#: Is that your phone?
#Person2#: Oh, it's Jack. Excuse me.
#Person1#: Wow! Good timing.
#Person2#: He asked me out to a dinner tonight. How about joining us?
#Person1#: Come on! Three's a crowd!
#Person2#: So what?
#Person1#: Just go! It's Valentine's Day! | #Person1# reminds #Person2# that today is Valentine's Day. When #Person2# is complaining her boyfriend Jack forgets about Valentine's Day, Jack calls and asks her out to a dinner tonight. |
train_8077 | #Person1#: Well, you seem to enjoy speaking English.
#Person2#: You can't help learning when you're using it all day. You'll see. A few weeks'study in the school will have a similar effect on you.
#Person1#: I hope so. You see, at the moment I find it difficult to get used to the teacher's speed and accent. I'm awfully worried, I can't reply as quickly as she seems to expect.
#Person2#: Oh, she likes keeping us on our toes by getting us use English throughout the class. She doesn't mind your making mistakes, though.
#Person1#: You know, speaking in class is a very good chance to put your English to practical use. | #Person2# enjoys speaking English, while #Person1# finds it difficult to get used to the teacher's speed and accent. #Person2# encourages #Person1# by saying the teacher doesn't mind mistakes. |
train_8078 | #Person1#: Hi, Doris. You look a little bit down. What's the matter?
#Person2#: Well, I'm leaving Japan and I'm going back to London, tomorrow.
#Person1#: Really!
#Person2#: Yeah.
#Person1#: How do you feel about that?
#Person2#: Well, I do feel quite down because I am going to miss Japan after being here for 9 months, in Japan. I am going to miss it so much, cause I've had a great time here.
#Person1#: Mm, so what are you going to miss about Japan?
#Person2#: Oh, I am going to miss the people, the food, the night life. Especially the nightlife.
#Person1#: What especially about the night life are you going to miss?
#Person2#: Well, I really like dancing. And I enjoy going out to night clubs and to restaurants and eating Japanese food also and I'm really going to miss that because it's very different to London.
#Person1#: How are the clubs different in Japan than in London?
#Person2#: Well, here there are many different clubs you can get into, for free, you don't have to pay, some of them. In London it's really expensive for drinks and an entry fee. | Doris tells #Person1# she is leaving Japan and she feels down because she is going to miss Japan, the people, the food, and especially the nightlife. She says the clubs in Japan are so different from those in London. |
train_8079 | #Person1#: There are so many flavors of ice cream to choose from!
#Person2#: Yes, there must be about a hundred. Do you have a favorite?
#Person1#: I love fruit flavored ices the best.
#Person2#: I know, fresh fruit flavored is the best ever.
#Person1#: What is your least favorite ice cream?
#Person2#: I don't like peppermint ice cream.
#Person1#: Yeah, I know what you mean.
#Person2#: One time, I tried garlic ice cream.
#Person1#: That could be interesting.
#Person2#: That doesn't sound like a good choice for today though. Let's order! | #Person1# and #Person2# love fruit-flavored ices and #Person2# doesn't like peppermint ice cream. #Person2# also decides not to try garlic ice cream today. |
train_8080 | #Person1#: Hello, Tom!
#Person2#: Hello, Steven!
#Person1#: How are you doing?
#Person2#: Not bad. What about you?
#Person1#: I'm just a little tired.
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: I have a lot of work to do in the company recently.
#Person2#: How is your family?
#Person1#: Pretty fine, thanks.
#Person2#: Where are you going now?
#Person1#: I am going to buy a new air conditioner for my parents. Oh, it's two o'clock. I must go now.
#Person2#: OK, see you next time.
#Person1#: See you. | Steven tells Tom he is tired because of work. Steven will buy a new air conditioner for his parents. |
train_8081 | #Person1#: Excuse me. My bag was stolen, will you help me?
#Person2#: When did it happen?
#Person1#: Just about half an hour ago.
#Person2#: Tell me where it happened and how.
#Person1#: Yes, it was just when I was walking in the park. I saw some children with a newspaper.
#Person2#: That happens often these days. Well, please fill in this Report of Theft.
#Person1#: I want to get in touch with the Chinese Embassy because my passport was in the stolen bag. | #Person1#'s bag was stolen. #Person2# asks about the details and lets #Person1# fill in the Report of Theft. |
train_8082 | #Person1#: I would like to get a bus pass.
#Person2#: Do you know what kind of pass you want?
#Person1#: Can you tell me my options?
#Person2#: There are passes for a day, month, and week, and there are student passes.
#Person1#: I would like the student pass.
#Person2#: Let me see your student ID.
#Person1#: Here you go.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: How much will it be for the pass?
#Person2#: The monthly sticker is $ 24, but the actual pass is free.
#Person1#: That'll be fine.
#Person2#: We appreciate your business. | #Person2# helps #Person1# buy a student bus pass after seeing #Person1#'s student ID. |
train_8083 | #Person1#: What do you think about half day kindergarten for Stacey?
#Person2#: We could try it for the first few weeks and see if she likes it.
#Person1#: I just think it will be a little difficult for her to be away from home for so long right off the bat.
#Person2#: You have a good point. She hasn't really ever been away from home for longer than a few hours.
#Person1#: I think she is really going to like her teacher though.
#Person2#: Yes, they seemed to click at the meeting the other day.
#Person1#: Did you happen to notice if she was interested in any of the other kids?
#Person2#: No, but I did notice that she was very interested in the art supplies! | #Person1# and #Person2# are thinking about half-day kindergarten for Stacey. They think she will like her teacher. |
train_8084 | #Person1#: Well, how was the interview?
#Person2#: Not too bad, I suppose.
#Person1#: What did the woman ask you?
#Person2#: Oh, she asked me all sorts of questions. She asked if I smoked, and whether I played sports, she asked me where I went to school, and what subjects I took, and she asked me if I like to meeting people.
#Person1#: Did she ask you any questions about your family?
#Person2#: Well, she asked me if my parents wanted me to be a steward.
#Person1#: Did she tell you whether you would get the job?
#Person2#: No, but she told me to telephone her next week. | #Person1# asks about #Person2#'s interview. The interviewer asked all sorts of questions and will telephone #Person2# next week. |
train_8085 | #Person1#: Good morning, my name is Martin. You've applied for the Laboratory Assistant's position, right?
#Person2#: Yes. When I saw the advertisement I thought it would really suit me.
#Person1#: Can you tell me why you replied to our advertisement?
#Person2#: I think that I'll be really good at this kind of work. In fact I learn so fast that I'll be looking for promotion very shortly.
#Person1#: Do you know exactly what you would be doing as a Laboratory Assistant?
#Person2#: A laboratory assistant helps to maintain scientific equipment, keep a check on the supplies in the store, and prepare the chemicals for experiments.
#Person1#: What sort of student do you regard yourself as? Did you enjoy studying while you were at school?
#Person2#: I suppose I'm a reasonable student. I passed all my tests and enjoyed studying subjects that interested me.
#Person1#: What were your favorite subjects at school?
#Person2#: Maths and chemistry were my favorite subjects at school. I also enjoyed history.
#Person1#: Do you have any plans for further study?
#Person2#: Well, I've thought about doing the part-time Chemistry Certificate course at Technical College. I think I would really benefit from doing that.
#Person1#: Have you ever had a job before?
#Person2#: Yes. I have worked part-time at a take away food store-the one just round the corner.
#Person1#: We have a lot of other applicants for this position. Why do you think that you deserve to get the job?
#Person2#: Well, I've found out a lot about this type of work and my research suggests that I would be quite capable of doing the work involved. I also think that I would be able to handle any training course reasonably well.
#Person1#: I think I have asked you everything I wanted to. Thank you for coming along to the interview.
#Person2#: Thank you. When will I know if I am successful?
#Person1#: We'll be in touch with you by telephone or by mail within a week. Well. Goodbye.
#Person2#: Goodbye. | #Person2# applied for the Laboratory Assistant because #Person2# thinks #Person2# will be really good at this kind of work. #Person2# explains #Person2#'s understanding of the position's duty and thinks #Person2# is a reasonable student. Martin then asks #Person2# about #Person2#'s favorite subjects, future study plans, working experience, and why #Person2# deserves to get the job. He will tell #Person2# the result within a week. |
train_8086 | #Person1#: Hello and welcome. How may I be of service?
#Person2#: Hello. I want to buy some RIB, is it OK to use US dollars?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. What's the amount you'd like to change?
#Person2#: I think 250 dollars should be sufficient.
#Person1#: Please fill out this exchange form and I'll need to see your passport. Don't forget to sign your name at the bottom.
#Person2#: Oh, right, of course. Here you go.
#Person1#: Here is your RIB, the exchange form and receipt and your passport. Please check the amount.
#Person2#: It's correct. Is there any way I can change it back before I leave the country?
#Person1#: Yes, that can be done here. Just make sure you keep the exchange form and the receipt and you can come back at the end of your stay and we'll be only to happy to change it back into foreign currency.
#Person2#: That's wonderful news, thanks for all your help. | #Person1# helps #Person2# to change 250 US dollars into the RMB and tells #Person2# how to change it back into foreign currency before #Person2# leaves the country. |
train_8087 | #Person1#: Okay, well I'm sure you have a number of questions to ask me regarding the position.
#Person2#: Yes, well Miss Childs did give mean overview of the position over the phone, but there were some details I'd like to clarify.
#Person1#: Well feel free to ask me anything, and I'll try to fill in the details.
#Person2#: Could I first ask about the remuneration package?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. That's quite an important point, isn't it? As a junior sub editor we offer a starting salary of 150, 000 HK dollars per annum. This doesn't include a generous housing allowance al
#Person2#: I understand. And are there other bonuses included?
#Person1#: Well, apart from full health insurance we do offer a company staff bonus scheme linked to readership numbers. But we could go through all the details of that at a later date.
#Person2#: Well, Mr. Parsons, I am flexible when it comes to salary. The opportunity to work in Hong Kong for you is the most important thing for me.
#Person1#: Excellent. Well, what other questions do you have Rebecca? | Mr. Parsons tells Rebecca they offer a starting salary of 150,000 HK dollars per annum and other bonuses for a junior sub-editor. Rebecca thinks the opportunity to work in Hong Kong for Mr. Parsosn is more important than salary. |
train_8088 | #Person1#: Is there someone I can talk to about a payment question?
#Person2#: Yes, we can handle that here. How can I help you?
#Person1#: My paycheck that just arrived is less than last week's check.
#Person2#: Did you work at all during the last pay period?
#Person1#: Yes, actually, I did make a little bit of money.
#Person2#: Did you report it on your Continued Claim Form?
#Person1#: Yes, I showed that income on the Continued Claim Form.
#Person2#: Well, we deducted a portion of the income that you made from this week's check.
#Person1#: Maybe I just shouldn't show the income then.
#Person2#: That is cheating and, if you get caught, you will be fined and disqualified from collecting unemployment. | #Person1# says #Person1#'s paycheck that just arrived is less than last week's check. #Person2# explains the deduction and warn #Person1# not to cheat. |
train_8089 | #Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: Well, I'd like some legal advice. Jane and I are thinking of incorporating. So Want to find out what sort of legal procedure one follows in forming a corporation.
#Person1#: You begin by applying for a corporate charter. And then stockholders hold a meeting to organize the corporation, an individual has limited liability and the right.
#Person2#: I know. I have an idea that we get together to discuss this next week.
#Person1#: OK.
#Person2#: I will give a call. | #Person1# tells #Person2# about the legal procedure of incorporating. They will get together to discuss it next week. |
train_8090 | #Person1#: Yes, ma'ma. May I help you with your bags?
#Person2#: Oh, yes, if you like. The large one goes to Washington. The other one I will take with me. All right?
#Person1#: Flight 36 to Washington. It'll be on the plane for you.
#Person2#: Oh, thank you. Thank you very much. | #Person1# helps #Person2# #Person2#'s bags at the airport. |
train_8091 | #Person1#: Why is the long face?
#Person2#: I'm getting sick of work man. I can't take the political bull in the company any more.
#Person1#: Did you just get your review or something?
#Person2#: Yeah, but that's not why I am upset. I just found out another guy got a promotion. He doesn't know how to do anything. He sits there and kisses the managers butt all day long.
#Person1#: That sucks.
#Person2#: I'm just pissed that management can't see behind his smooth talking lies.
#Person1#: Look on the bright side. At least you have a job.
#Person2#: Yeah. I shouldn't stress about this anymore. It's not like I can do anything about it.
#Person1#: Exactly. Instead, we should have some drinks tonight.
#Person2#: How about a cold bottle of beer.
#Person1#: Now you're talking. | #Person2# is getting sick of work because #Person2# found out another man who kisses the managers' butt all day long got a promotion, although he doesn't know how to do anything. |
train_8092 | #Person1#: Welcome!
#Person2#: Would you give me a bottle of beer, please?
#Person1#: With ice, sir?
#Person2#: No, ice will spoil the taste.
#Person1#: Anything else, sir?
#Person2#: Yes. Something non-alcoholic, please.
#Person1#: Fruit juice, milk or mineral water?
#Person2#: A glass of juice please.
#Person1#: Coming up immediately. | #Person2# asks #Person1# for a bottle of beer without ice and a glass of juice. |
train_8093 | #Person1#: What is included in a job advertisement?
#Person2#: Generally speaking, there are the company, the job title, job description, requirement, and so on.
#Person1#: What are the accesses of the job ads?
#Person2#: There are many sources, such as newspaper, Internet and direct visit. | #Person2# tells #Person1# what a job advertisement includes and the accesses of the job ads. |
train_8094 | #Person1#: Taxi.
#Person2#: Yes. Where would you like to go?
#Person1#: Central Park, please, but can you make a stop at Union Square? I wanna pick up my friend there.
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: How long do you think it will take to get to Union Square.
#Person2#: Well. That depends on traffic, you know. It's pretty heavy this afternoon.
#Person1#: Can you make it in 15 mins. I am already 10 mins late.
#Person2#: I'll try. Where exactly is your friend waiting?
#Person1#: On the 14th Street side. Oh, we are already at the 16th Street. You are fast. Can you make a left at the next corner?
#Person2#: You've got it.
#Person1#: I think he is around here. Can you slow down? Ah, there he is.
#Person2#: Here we are, Central Park!
#Person1#: Thank you. How much is it?
#Person2#: Well, it's $ 12.
#Person1#: Here's $ 15. Keep the change.
#Person2#: Thank you. | The taxi driver makes a stop at Union Square to pick up #Person1#'s friend and then takes them to Central Park. |
train_8095 | #Person1#: Can you get me a taxi?
#Person2#: We offer various types of transportation. Perhaps you'd like to upgrade to a private vehicle?
#Person1#: Thanks, but no thanks. A taxi will do just fine.
#Person2#: In that case, how about a limo? Then you can travel in style.
#Person1#: No, I hate limousines. They're gas guzzlers.
#Person2#: Got it, sir. Where would you like the taxi to take you?
#Person1#: My destination is Rockefeller Center.
#Person2#: What time do you want to leave the hotel?
#Person1#: As soon as possible.
#Person2#: I'll call the taxi immediately, sir.
#Person1#: Okay, I'm coming downstairs now.
#Person2#: A brand new taxi is pulling up now. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to call a taxi to take him to Rockefeller Center as soon as possible. |
train_8096 | #Person1#: Well, it's a lovely room. It's quite a nice size, but I don't like green paint very much. Would it be all right if I painted the walls a different color?
#Person2#: Yes, that's fine, as long as you don't paint them a very dark color. One of my hirers painted them black a few years ago. That was terrible.
#Person1#: Is there anything I should know?
#Person2#: Well, I don't allow cat to go upstairs at all.
#Person1#: Oh? Not at all?
#Person2#: No, absolutely not. I don't like animals and I don't allow people to smoke in bedrooms.
#Person1#: Oh, no, no. I agree with that. I don't smoke anywhere. Can I use the kitchen if I want to cook something?
#Person2#: Yes, but only before 7 o'clock in the evening. And I don't allow people to stick pictures on the walls. You know when you take the pictures, marks leave on the wall.
#Person1#: OK. I see.
#Person2#: And one more thing if you don't mind. I don't want any big noisy parties, so only two or three friends at the same time, please.
#Person1#: Oh, right. I'll do that. Well, it sounds fair. Thank you very much. | #Person2# tells #Person1# some rules about the room: #Person1# can paint the walls with no dark color, cats are not allowed to go upstairs, the kitchen can be used before 7 in the evening, no pictures can be stuck on the walls, and no big noisy parties are allowed. |
train_8097 | #Person1#: Hello, Angel. Sorry I'm late.
#Person2#: Where were you, Bob? I was beginning to worry.
#Person1#: I was on my way here, and I saw a crowd of people. They were standing around a tall fellow and they had pens and notebooks. Someone explained to me that they were getting his autographs, so I handed him my notebook and pen and I got one too.
#Person2#: One what?
#Person1#: An autograph. Look!
#Person2#: Can I see that? Wayne Gretzky. You got Gretzky's autograph!
#Person1#: Wayne Gretzky?
#Person2#: He is the best hockey player in the world, Bob.
#Person1#: Is that true?
#Person2#: A lot of hockey fans think so.
#Person1#: What else do you know? Let's go, and we can still catch the game. | Bob tells Angel he is late because he saw a crowd of people on his way here and got an autograph of Wayne Gretzky. |
train_8098 | #Person1#: Oh, hello, Li Ming. Come on in, and how're you been keeping recently?
#Person2#: Quite all right, thanks, Dr. Francis. How's your project going?
#Person1#: Very smoothly, I should say. I'm playing a consultancy role, really. I've only been here in China a month, but I'm already on very good terms with my colleagues in the Department of Computer Science. Well, I'm happy that you could come. Do sit down, please.
#Person2#: Dr. Francis, do you know I've got a chance to go to Cambridge in August? I wonder if you could tell me something about Britain.
#Person1#: Certainly. Well, I was actually brought up in Scotland. Enn, in fact, I've never been to Cambridge. But well,.., yes, I'm sure I can give you some useful tips. Now, what do you want to know, Li Ming?
#Person2#: Things like weather. What's the usual temperature there?
#Person1#: Mmm, the temperature in Scotland is 22, or 23 degrees Centigrade, on average, I think. But Cambridge would be warmer, around 25, I would guess, because it's down south.
#Person2#: Oh, that's nice. Do you know it is 34 here? Last year it reached 39. By the way, where do you think I should stay?
#Person1#: Oh, that's important. You can, err,.., I suppose, stay in the college-owned flats, which are often near where you have your classes, and some are even on the campus. That would certainly be convenient.
#Person2#: Yes, it would.
#Person1#: But it can also be a disadvantage because you are, in a sense, separated from ordinary society. You're a language teacher, and I think learning from society is a valuable experience.
#Person2#: Yes, yes, exactly, so what's the alternative?
#Person1#: Maybe finding an English host family. I know of a student Ali from the Middle East. He told me that he had learnt a lot by staying with a British family.
#Person2#: Thank you, I think it's quite a good suggestion. By the way, Dr. Francis, do you think I could...? | Dr. Francis tells Li Ming the project is going smoothly. Li Ming is going to Cambridge in August and asks Dr. Francis for some useful tips. Dr. Francis, who was brought up in Scotland, guesses Cambridge would be around 25 degrees and advises Li Ming to find an English host family rather than stay in the college-owned flats to learn from society. |
train_8099 | #Person1#: Hi, Sarah. What's up?
#Person2#: Oh, hi, I just got out of a history class. I had to give a presentation.
#Person1#: How did it go?
#Person2#: Terribly. I'm sure I made a fool of myself.
#Person1#: Why? Weren't you prepared?
#Person2#: No, it was not that. I just get so embarrassed and nervous whenever I have to speak in front of a group of people. I stand up and my face gets red and then I get even more nervous because I know everyone can see me blushing.
#Person1#: It's not so bad to blush.
#Person2#: But it happens all the time. If the professor asks a question and I know the answer, I blush like crazy if he calls on me. Doesn't that ever happen to you?
#Person1#: No, not really. Maybe you should just try to forget about the people. Look at something else in the room like the exit sign.
#Person2#: I guess I could try that but I doubt it'll help.
#Person1#: You know we talked about it in psychology class. Blushing, even though it's unintentional, is more or less a learned behavior.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Oh, children hardly ever blush at all. And among adults, supposedly, women blush more than men.
#Person2#: I wonder why.
#Person1#: I don't know, but I had a friend at high schools, Brian Smith. It was really easy to make him blush. He turned red whenever a waitress would ask him for his order.
#Person2#: I'm not that bad. Well,I've got to get going for my next class. I'll talk to you later. | Sarah tells #Person1# she thinks her presentation is terrible because she was nervous and blushed in front of people. #Person1# says it's not so bad and advises her to forget about the people. They then talk about the psychological reasons for blushing and a friend of #Person1# who blushes easily. |
train_8100 | #Person1#: Good evening and welcome to our program--A Night at the Movies. I'm Mark.
#Person2#: And I'm Anna. Tonight we're going to look at this week's new films.
#Person1#: Let's start with Beyond the Moon. It's the story of a flight to Mars that gets into trouble. A team of robots save the astronauts aboard a spaceship.
#Person2#: The movie is full of space travel.
#Person1#: Next, we have A Man's Best Friend. This is the funniest movie you will see all year. It's about a cat that can talk. If you like jokes and silly situations, this is the movie for you.
#Person2#: Oh, no. Mark. There aren't many laughs, and the story is stupid and boring.
#Person1#: Well, Anna. I think we'll agree on San Francisco. The songs are great, and the dancing's fantastic.
#Person2#: I like San Francisco a lot. It's about a girl who comes from a poor family. She works hard and becomes a famous nightclub singer. I don't usually like this kind of movie, but this was different. As you said, excellent singing and dancing. | Mark and Anna, the host of A Night at the Movies, are introducing this week's new films, including Beyond the Moon, A Man's Best Friend, and San Francisco. |
train_8101 | #Person1#: Good morning. City Taxi.
#Person2#: Good morning. I'd like to book a taxi to the airport for Saturday morning, please.
#Person1#: Where from?
#Person2#: I'm at Garden Hotel in Union Street. There'll be three of us sharing. How much will it be?
#Person1#: About $ 60. What time do you want to leave?
#Person2#: Seven in the morning.
#Person1#: Right. We'll pick you up at your hotel at seven then. Thank you very much. Goodbye.
#Person2#: Goodbye. | #Person1# books a taxi for #Person2# at seven on Saturday morning to the airport. |
train_8102 | #Person1#: Hi, Professor Smith. I hear you've written a book titled Visions.
#Person2#: Yes. It explains how science will revolutionize the 21st century.
#Person1#: Could I ask you some questions concerning the book?
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: Are you optimistic about the future?
#Person2#: Generally, yeah. If we go back to the year of 1900, most Americans didn't live beyond the age of 50. Since then, we've had improvements in health care and technology. There is no reason why these won't continue far into the 21st century.
#Person1#: Are we ready for the changes that will come?
#Person2#: Changes are already happening. The future is here now. We have DNA, microchips, the internet. Some people's reaction is to say, we are too old; we don't understand new technology. My reaction is to say, we must educate people to use new technology now.
#Person1#: Is world population going to be a big problem?
#Person2#: Yes, and no. I think that world population will stop increasing as we all get richer. If you are a part of the middle class, you don't want or need 12 children.
#Person1#: Will there be a world government?
#Person2#: Very probably. We will have to manage the world and its resources on a global level because countries alone are too small.
#Person1#: Will we have control of everything?
#Person2#: I think we'll learn to control the weather, volcanoes and earthquakes. Illness won't exist. We'll grow new livers, kidneys, hearts, and lungs like spare parts for a car. People will live to about 130 or 150. For 2000 years, we have tried to understand our environment. Now we'll begin to control it. | #Person1# asks Professor Smith some questions concerning the professor's book, Visions. Professor Smith is generally optimistic about the future and thinks we must educate people to use new technology. The professor also thinks the world population will stop increasing as we all get richer, there will probably be a world government, and people will learn to control many things. |
train_8103 | #Person1#: Are you ready for the trip to the 'Big Apple'?
#Person2#: 'Big Apple'? What do you mean?
#Person1#: 'Big Apple' is the nickname for New York City. Are you going to New York with us, or aren't you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm going. I'm especially looking forward to visiting a special show on modern American painters there. But tell me, where did the nickname come from?
#Person1#: Some of the musicians of the 20s gave it the name. When they played a concert in New York in the 1920s, the musicians called it the 'Big Apple'.
#Person2#: Amazing. New York is such an interesting place and it even has an interesting nickname. | #Person2# is going to New York with #Person1#. #Person1# tells #Person2# 'Big Apple' is the nickname for the city and it came from some musicians of the 1920s. |
train_8104 | #Person1#: Hi, Mark, haven't seen you for ages. How are you doing?
#Person2#: Can't complain. I'm busy with my experiments in the lab but after work I often play some sports.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: Like tennis, running and golf.
#Person1#: Golf? That's my favorite game. How often do you play, Mark?
#Person2#: I usually play about once a month. What about you, Michelle?
#Person1#: I play every Sunday.
#Person2#: Even when it rains?
#Person1#: Yes, even when it rains. I never miss a game on Sunday.
#Person2#: Where do you play?
#Person1#: The Lawndale country club. Do you know it?
#Person2#: Yes. I was there once. You're going to play next Sunday, I suppose.
#Person1#: Certainly, listen! Why don't you join me? We can have a game.
#Person2#: I'd love to. What time shall we meet?
#Person1#: Let's meet at the clubhouse at 1:30 in the afternoon.
#Person2#: Good. See you then. | Mark is busy with his experiments but after work, he often plays some sports. Michelle invites Mark to play golf together next Sunday. Mark accepts. |
train_8105 | #Person1#: Hi, Tim. [Hi] I'm really sorry to hear about your dad. My sincerest condolences go out to you and your family. He was such a great man.
#Person2#: Thanks. As you know, he had been sick for some time before he passed away, so we were somewhat prepared.
#Person1#: So, how's your mom taking it?
#Person2#: Oh, it's been really hard on her. I don't think you get over something like that.
#Person1#: Yeah, I'm sure. My heart really goes out to her. [Thanks.] Uh, so how's your mom going to be able to manage things alone?
#Person2#: Well, financially, mom will be able to live a secure life from now on. I mean, Dad had life insurance and substantial investments in property and stocks, so returns on those should take care of her. [That's good to hear.] But our main concern at this moment is her emotional state. [Yeah.] She's really down, so a call now and again should brighten her day.
#Person1#: So, what are the funeral arrangements? The obituary in the paper didn't mention much about the funeral.
#Person2#: Well, some of the family members will get together on Tuesday morning for a private memorial service, but there will be a viewing in the afternoon from 2:00 to 3:00, followed by the funeral service. One of my uncles will be giving the eulogy.
#Person1#: I wish there was something I could do you. *
#Person2#: Well, actually, there is. [Oh?]. You know, Dad really admired you a lot, and before he died, he asked if you'd sing a musical number at the funeral.
#Person1#: Really? I'd be honored.
#Person2#: It would really mean a lot to the family.
#Person1#: Sure. Then, see you on Tuesday.
#Person2#: Okay, see you then. | Tim's father passed away. His mother is really down. #Person1# expresses #Person1#'s condolences to him and his family and asks about the funeral. Tim tells #Person1# his father admired #Person1# a lot and asked if #Person1#'d sing a musical number at the funeral. #Person1# agrees. |
train_8106 | #Person1#: Are you quite independent of your parents now?
#Person2#: Yes. As soon as I left school, I... my studies as a nurse. I stopped asking my parents for money since I got financial support from the government. But I still stay with them a lot.
#Person1#: You're staying ... very close to your parents?
#Person2#: I am. They never forced me to do anything I didn't want to do. What about you?
#Person1#: Well, I am also fond of my family. But I don't always get on very well with them. They try to control me too much.
#Person2#: But they allowed you to come to study in England on your own.
#Person1#: Yes, but, only after a lot of persuasion. Your parents treat you as an adult. Mine treat me as a child. | #Person2# is independent of #Person2#'s parents but is staying close to them. #Person1# is also fond of #Person1#'s family but doesn't get on very well with them. |
train_8107 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, Madam.
#Person2#: Good afternoon.
#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: Have you any shoes like these?
#Person1#: What size?
#Person2#: Size twenty-three.
#Person1#: What color?
#Person2#: Dark red.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. We haven't any.
#Person2#: But my friend bought this pair of shoes last month.
#Person1#: Did she buy them here?
#Person2#: Yes. | #Person1# tells #Person2# they don't have the shoes she wants. #Person2# says her friend bought them here last month. |
train_8108 | #Person1#: Did you ever win anything?
#Person2#: Well, yes, I did. I came in first in this little competition in the local newspaper, and it was this competition where you had to, um, finish the sentence 'School is...'
#Person1#: Right.
#Person2#: And design a poster and because I was quite a good student at the time, I said 'School is the key to a new and better world.'
#Person1#: So how old were you then?
#Person2#: It was ten years ago, and I was eleven.
#Person1#: Oh, right. So what did you win then?
#Person2#: I won a 20-dollar gift certificate to Hathaway House Bookshop, and I spent the whole summer there because twenty dollars were quite a lot then. I still have the books that I bought there.
#Person1#: Lucky you. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# came in first in a competition in the local newspaper ten years ago and won a 20-dollar gift certificate to a bookshop. |
train_8109 | #Person1#: Does Tom drink a lot?
#Person2#: Yes, he does. He of ten has had one to many. But I advised him not to drink too much, he just boasted that he had hollow legs and nobody had ever drunk him under the table.
#Person1#: That's a problem. He has sort of Dutch courage and that will egg him on in doing anything. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about Tom, who drinks a lot and has Dutch courage. |
train_8110 | #Person1#: I think that show biz stars have a really easy life. They have lots of money, so they can buy almost anything they want. They're famous, so everyone loves them.
#Person2#: I think they must have horrible lives. All the paparazzi take photos of them wherever they go and whatever they do. They must get sick of it.
#Person1#: I bet they love it really. Sure, they complain about it, but that just gets them more publicity, doesn't it?
#Person2#: I think that few of the show biz stars want any publicity for themselves. They only want it for their films.
#Person1#: No way! They want publicity for themselves, so that they get invited to make more films, go to lots of cocktail parties, and even make albums! They have such an easy life. They don't even pay for drinks when they go to a cocktail party.
#Person2#: Show biz stars have plenty of expenses. That's why they need so much money. They need million of dollars to buy big, seclude houses and wonderful dresses. I bet most show biz stars would prefer to wear jeans and a t-shirt, but they can't because their managers force them to wear clothes they don't like.
#Person1#: I don't understand how you can have any sympathy for show biz stars. They're overpaid, over-ambitious, and over-adored.
#Person2#: I think you should give them some credit. They're very talented people and they deserve all the money they earn. They even donate money to charity to help people who are less fortunate than themselves.
#Person1#: Come on! They only do that to get even more publicity for their films and themselves. | #Person1# thinks show biz stars have a really easy life. #Person2# thinks they must have horrible lives. #Person1# wonders why #Person2# has sympathy for the stars who are overpaid, over-ambitious, and over-adored. #Person2# thinks they are talented people and deserve all the money they earn. |
train_8111 | #Person1#: We've been cramming for tomorrow's history exam since early this morning. What do you say we take a break and listen to some music, okay?
#Person2#: Now that you mention it, I'm getting a little bumed-out from studying nonstop, too. Listening to some music for a while would suit me just fine.
#Person1#: While you're picking out a record to play, I'll grab a couple of beers out of the refrigerator.
#Person2#: You sure have a lot of discs here.
#Person1#: Yeah, I've got everything from rock n' roll to the latest new- wave stuff.
#Person2#: To tell you the truth, I'm strictly into classical music. You don't happen to have any Bach or Mozart, do you?
#Person1#: Sorry, my taste in music doesn't go back any further than the 1960's. Music written before then is just history to me.
#Person2#: Well, speaking of history , let's get back to the books. We've got an exam tomorrow , remember? | #Person1# and #Person2# have been cramming for tomorrow's history exam. #Person1# suggests taking a break and listening to some music and lets #Person2# pick out a record. They talk about music for a while and #Person2# suggests getting back to the books. |
train_8112 | #Person1#: I was asked some questions by some men doing the survey today.
#Person2#: Was it about what you watched on TV last night? I got asked about that a few days ago.
#Person1#: Actually, he wanted to know what I felt about the new shopping center. They're thinking about building near the railway station. Weather I felt it would solve, some of the towns problems are actually just cause more.
#Person2#: Well, you've certainly got a strong opinion about that. You've always been telling me what a rubbish idea you think it is. The crowd.
#Person1#: True. And I told him what I thought. But I don't think he wrote down my answers to any of his questions. I'm going to sit down and write a letter to the local paper now. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# was asked about the new shopping center in a survey. #Person1# holds a strong opinion against the new shopping center. |
train_8113 | #Person1#: Hi Paul, I heard you're working on a new book. What is it about?
#Person2#: It's about an adventurous girl who lives in village drowning, a town surrounded by beasts.
#Person1#: It sounds thrilling. Why did you decide to write such a book?
#Person2#: I visited a friend about 2 months ago. He has a daughter, who was very shy. She doesn't dare talk to other people. So I decided to write a book about bravery to encourage her.
#Person1#: How much have you finished?
#Person2#: About 1/3. I think I'll finish it within 2 months.
#Person1#: What will you do after you finish it?
#Person2#: Well, I think I deserve a holiday. I've been writing all the time. | Paul is writing a book about bravery to encourage a friend's daughter. He has finished about 1/3 and plans to have a holiday after finishing it. |
train_8114 | #Person1#: I can't wait to get to the beach.
#Person2#: You'd better be careful about sunburn on your vacation.
#Person1#: You worry too much. Oh, these swimsuits are lovely and cheap.
#Person2#: This color would look good on you.
#Person1#: I don't need a two piece. I might get something for the pool, though.
#Person2#: That's right. You're swimming every morning now.
#Person1#: Yeah, and I'd like something that is comfortable and sporty.
#Person2#: Then you should pick out some one-pieces.
#Person1#: OK. | #Person2# asks #Person1# to be careful about sunburn and suggests #Person1# pick out some one-pieces. |
train_8115 | #Person1#: Oh no, what happened in here, Alexa? Why are there some dead plants?
#Person2#: I know. Every planned comes in alive and ends up dead. I definitely do not have a green thumb.
#Person1#: People always say that, but it's not that hard to keep house plants. What did you do to care for this one?
#Person2#: That one had a big flower on it, so I put it in the sunlight.
#Person1#: This is a winter plant from North China. It doesn't do well in direct sunlight, just move it here. Didn't you look up how to care for it when you got it?
#Person2#: No, I just thought it was pretty and it was doing OK in the shop.
#Person1#: And this one here is all yellow, that means you gave it too much water.
#Person2#: Too much water? I think if it doesn't need for water, it doesn't have to drink it.
#Person1#: That's not how plants work, I'm afraid the root system of this one is destroyed. You'll have to throw this one away. Look, here's an app with plant information. | #Person1# finds that Alexa doesn't know how to keep house plants and recommends her an app with plant information. |
train_8116 | #Person1#: How are you doing, Andrew?
#Person2#: Not well. I've been feeling pretty lonely lately.
#Person1#: But you have so many friends. How could you be lonely?
#Person2#: You know what they say, a friend to all as a friend to none. I don't feel like I really know any of my friends. In fact, I should probably call them acquaintances, not friends.
#Person1#: What about me? I'm your friend.
#Person2#: I know you are, but you're my girlfriend. I wish I had a guy friend to hang out with sometimes.
#Person1#: I know what you mean, I find it difficult to make new friends, too. It's not as easy as it was when we were young, is it?
#Person2#: Not at all.
#Person1#: I've made a lot of new friends since I started learning English. Maybe you could join a club or take a class to make some new friends.
#Person2#: That's a good idea.
#Person1#: What kind of qualities do you look for in a friend?
#Person2#: I'm not sure. I guess I'd like to meet some people who have a positive attitude and want to have a good time.
#Person1#: People who play ultimate frisbee have a positive attitude. Maybe you should join the ultimate frisbee club.
#Person2#: That's a possibility. Thanks. | Andrew has been feeling pretty lonely lately. He wants a guy friend to hang out with. #Person1#, his girlfriend, advises him to join the ultimate frisbee club to make new friends. |
train_8117 | #Person1#: Guess who I met in the street? Michelle.
#Person2#: Michelle, my old school friend. I thought she was teaching English in China.
#Person1#: Yes, she came back yesterday because her father fell off the stairs and broke his right leg.
#Person2#: Oh, poor uncle Jack. Did George come back, too?
#Person1#: No, he had to stay and take care of their 7 year old daughter.
#Person2#: How long will she stay here this time?
#Person1#: About a week and she said she would come and visit us tomorrow morning.
#Person2#: Great. But I think we should go to the hospital to see uncle Jack first.
#Person1#: Then let's go right now. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about Michelle. She was teaching English in China and came back because her father broke his right leg. They decide to go to the hospital to see Michelle's father. |
train_8118 | #Person1#: Did you go and buy your bus pass?
#Person2#: No, I didn't.
#Person1#: When are you going to go get it?
#Person2#: I'm not sure where they sell bus passes at.
#Person1#: Why didn't you just ask me?
#Person2#: Where should I go?
#Person1#: You can get one from student services.
#Person2#: I had no clue that I could get it there.
#Person1#: I already knew that.
#Person2#: Thanks for letting me know.
#Person1#: You're welcome.
#Person2#: I'm going to go and get it right now. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person2# can get bus passes from student services and #Person2# will get it now. |
train_8119 | #Person1#: How are you wedding plans going?
#Person2#: Very well. We started organizing everything early to avoid a last minute rush to get things done. The only thing that isn ' t ready yet is my wedding dress.
#Person1#: When will that be ready?
#Person2#: The dressmakers said that is would be ready in two weeks.
#Person1#: You ' re getting married in three weeks. So that should be ok. So, you ' Ve prepared the church, catering, transport, hotel-everything.
#Person2#: Yes. We ' Ve taken care of all of that. We decided not to get married in a church though. Neither of us is very religious.
#Person1#: Which hotel will the reception be held at?
#Person2#: The palace hotel they ' re taking care of the catering, including the wedding cake. I ' m sure they ' ll do a good job.
#Person1#: Oh, yes. It ' s and excellent hotel. A friend of mine had her wedding reception there and said it was perfect, though very expensive.
#Person2#: Yes. It will be expensive, but we think it will be worth it. It gives us great peace of mind to know that our reception is in the hands of experienced people.
#Person1#: I think you make the right decision. | #Person2# tells #Person1# her wedding dress will be ready in two weeks and the reception will be held at the Palace Hotel which is an excellent hotel with experienced people but it's expensive, including catering and wedding cake. |
train_8120 | #Person1#: 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?
#Person2#: I can check that for you right now. Would you mind holding?
#Person1#: Sure. No problem.
#Person2#: Mr. Robson, I'm sorry. Our computer system is down. Could I call you back later?
#Person1#: Sure. Do you have my number?
#Person2#: Yes, I have it right here. I'm so sorry about this.
#Person1#: No problem. I'll wait for your call. | Miss Wu will call Mr. Robonson back to check his order because now the system is down. |
train_8121 | #Person1#: Good evening, sir. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I would like to have my coat washed.
#Person1#: OK, please fill in the form first.
#Person2#: That's it. By the way when can I get it back?
#Person1#: We will send it to your room at 4:00 pm tomorrow.
#Person2#: Well, but I need it tomorrow morning.
#Person1#: We have express service as well. It charges 30 % more but I assure your coat will be ready tomorrow morning.
#Person2#: That's fine. Please send it to my room tomorrow morning. | #Person2# wants to have his coat washed and #Person1# assures the coat will be ready tomorrow morning. |
train_8122 | #Person1#: I'm having a problem.
#Person2#: What's the problem? Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person1#: Oh, a pipe burst in my wall.
#Person2#: Is the pipe causing any water damage to your house?
#Person1#: The water is causing mildew.
#Person2#: Okay, let me check. I can come fix the pipe sometime tomorrow.
#Person1#: Can I just call someone myself to fix it?
#Person2#: I don't think that would be a good idea.
#Person1#: You won't do it until tomorrow.
#Person2#: I guess you have a point.
#Person1#: So, I can call someone to fix it?
#Person2#: Go right ahead. | A pipe burst in #Person1#'s wall and #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# wants to call someone to fix it now. |
train_8123 | #Person1#: Hello, police office?
#Person2#: Yes, May I help you?
#Person1#: Yes, I'd like to report a case. Somebody broke into my house.
#Person2#: When did that happen?
#Person1#: It happened in the morning. I just came home from work and found the lock broken.
#Person2#: Is anything lost?
#Person1#: I don't know. I called the police as soon as I found the lock broken.
#Person2#: OK, we will send some men as soon as possible.
#Person1#: Please be quick.
#Person2#: OK, we will. What's your name and address?
#Person1#: My name is Benjamin, and I live in Broad-Gate Street 2101.
#Person2#: OK, got it. Please don't worry sir. We will be there soon.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. | Benjamin reports to #Person2# that someone broke into his house and he's not sure what is lost. The police will be there soon. |
train_8124 | #Person1#: You've decided that you definitely want to purchase this particular one?
#Person2#: To be honest, I haven't really done much research.
#Person1#: I would recommend that you at least glance through these brochures, just to make sure that you have selected the right policy for you. Take your time, Sir.
#Person2#: Thanks for your advice, after going through all of these materials I've decided not to go with my initial choice.
#Person1#: Of course, Sir. If I could have your details again and your ID, I'll check them and we can go on. | #Person1# recommends #Person2# to have a look before making a decision. #Person2# takes the advice and decides not to go with the initial choice. |
train_8125 | #Person1#: Doctor, can you give me some suggestions on how to stay healthy?
#Person2#: Well, first of all, you need to make sure that you eat the right foods.
#Person1#: What are the best foods to eat?
#Person2#: You should emphasize fresh fruits and vegetables, along with whole grains and protein.
#Person1#: What should I avoid?
#Person2#: You need to avoid highly fatty and greasy foods. You should also avoid too much sugar and caffeine.
#Person1#: What else is important to stay healthy?
#Person2#: You need to get plenty of exercise every day. If you smoke, you need to stop.
#Person1#: Is it OK to drink alcohol?
#Person2#: Actually, studies have shown that people who have one-half a glass of alcohol per day do better than those who don't drink. | #Person1# consults the doctor about how to stay healthy and the doctor suggests #Person1# eat the right food, get plenty of exercise, and it is ok to drink alcohol. |
train_8126 | #Person1#: David, what have you been up to lately?
#Person2#: I went on a trip with my family last week.
#Person1#: Really? Where did you go?
#Person2#: We went to Europe.
#Person1#: What cities did you go to?
#Person2#: London, Paris and a few other cities.
#Person1#: Did you go to Berlin?
#Person2#: No, We didn't go there. I'd like to go there next time.
#Person1#: I think this summer is a good time to visit Berlin. It's a beautiful place and the people there are very nice.
#Person2#: That's what I've heard.
#Person1#: I went there last year. If you want, I can give you some information I have about the city.
#Person2#: Thanks. | David tells #Person1# he went on a trip with his family to Europe and #Person1# is happy to give David information about Berlin. |
train_8127 | #Person1#: Do you often buy magazines?
#Person2#: I buy a computer magazine every month. It keeps me up-to date with all the latest developments.
#Person1#: Why don't you find the information on the internet instead?
#Person2#: Sometimes it takes too long to find the exact information you are looking for. Besides, I like to read a magazine in a coffee bar sometimes.
#Person1#: Do you have an online edition of that magazine?
#Person2#: Yes, they do. But you can only access all the articles if you have a subscription.
#Person1#: Do you have a subscription?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. The magazine arrives by post at the beginning of each month. Do you every buy magazines?
#Person1#: I only buy them if they look particularly interesting. I don't buy any regularly. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# subscribes to a computer magazine to keep up-to-date with the latest development. #Person1# only buys magazines if they look interesting. |
train_8128 | #Person1#: Hey, Frank, there is that Janet chick.
#Person2#: Wow, what a great burd!
#Person1#: She sure knows how to strut her stuff.
#Person2#: She's a real turn-on, alright?
#Person1#: And look out she's dressed.
#Person2#: Yeah, I noticed. She must be really loaded.
#Person1#: No way. Her old man is rich. He buys her anything she wants.
#Person2#: Lucky her. Anyway, I think that is just as beautiful.
#Person1#: I think you've lost it.
#Person2#: Well, that's my opinion.
#Person1#: I admit that she is much prettier than Kate.
#Person2#: Oh, there is no comparison. Now we are talking but ugly.
#Person1#: At least we agree on that. Let's go and get a drink. | #Person1# and Frank are talking about a beautiful, well-dressed lady, who is a real turn-on. #Person1# admits she is prettier than Kate. |
train_8129 | #Person1#: Sorry, I overslept. My alarm clock didn't go off this morning.
#Person2#: Again?
#Person1#: That's right, even though I did set the alarm last night.
#Person2#: Your clock never works. Perhaps you should buy a new one.
#Person1#: Well. If it breaks down again tomorrow, I'll definitely buy a new one.
#Person2#: Maybe by then it will be too late.
#Person1#: What do you mean too late?
#Person2#: By that time, you will be fired. | #Person1# overslept again because #Person1#'s alarm didn't work. #Person2# recommends #Person1# get a new one before #Person2# is fired. |
train_8130 | #Person1#: What a letdown. I wanted to experience some Mafia culture firsthand.
#Person2#: It's worth it just to go and eat what the mafia eat! The five-dollar tiramisu is a culinary orgasm.
#Person1#: Such a thing exists?
#Person2#: Fortunately, yes. You're blushing!
#Person1#: Am I? Um. . . my face gets red when I walk too fast.
#Person2#: You're embarrassed, aren't you? You gotta loosen up in Little Italy. The lady at the cafe will kiss you when you meet her. . . | #Person2# recommends 5-dollar tiramisu in mafia culture and asks #Person2# to lose up in Little Italy. |
train_8131 | #Person1#: These things are always oooo boring. Heard any gossip? Anybody making the big bucks?
#Person2#: Rich struck it rich in advertising. And he and Cath got married and just had a child.
#Person1#: That's no news. Those two were high school sweethearts anyway.
#Person2#: Teresa Jones got a boob job.
#Person1#: Uh, I can see that. And Erica Falls has lost a lot of weight.
#Person2#: I've got something. You saw Taylor Smith? Looks terrible, doesn't he? I heard he. . . | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about Rich and Cath, Teresa Jones, Eric Falls, and Taylor Smith. |
train_8132 | #Person1#: good morning!
#Person2#: good morning, Gav! Did you sleep well last night?
#Person1#: I slept like a baby. I fell asleep right away last night, didn't wake up once, and didn't have nay nightmares!
#Person2#: that's great news! You look much more relaxed than you did yesterday.
#Person1#: I feel much better, but I'm still worried about something.
#Person2#: what's that?
#Person1#: well, I have to drive to school for a meeting this morning, and I'm going to end up getting stuck in rush-hour traffic.
#Person2#: that's annoying, but nothing to worry about.
#Person1#: for me, traffic jams are quite stressful, because I'm pretty impatient. How can I prevent myself from getting stressed if I get stuck in a traffic jam?
#Person2#: just breathe deeply when you feel yourself getting upset.
#Person1#: Ok, I'll try that.
#Person2#: is there anything else bothering you?
#Person1#: just one more thing. A school called me this morning to see if I could teach a few classes this weekend and I don't know what to do.
#Person2#: do you have any other plans this weekend?
#Person1#: I'm supposed to work on a paper that'd due on Monday.
#Person2#: try not to take on more than you can handle.
#Person1#: you're right. I probably should just work on my paper. Thanks! | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# slept well last night. #Person2# tells #Person1# to breathe deeply when getting upset in the traffic jams and not to take on more than #Person1# can handle. |
train_8133 | #Person1#: I am going to celebrate my birthday with you all in a night club this year, what do you say?
#Person2#: Fantastic! I enjoy clubbing, especially those clubs with live bands. The only fly in the ointment is that the air is bad, full of smoke, and the music is too loud, so conversations are not really possible. Once I nearly got burnt by a cigarette.
#Person1#: How did that happen?
#Person2#: A wild dancer dropped it on my left foot and said nothing about it. If I had drunk enough and I would have had the bold to punch him in the face.
#Person1#: Sounds cool! But that is not what a lady should do. People are easy to lose head in a night club and being drunk. | #Person1# wants to celebrate #Person1#'s birthday in nightclubs. #Person2# enjoys the clubs excluding the bad air and #Person2# nearly got burnt in a nightclub once. |
train_8134 | #Person1#: I'd better be going.
#Person2#: So soon. Why don't you stay a little longer?
#Person1#: I wish I could, but It's already late.
#Person2#: Oh. It's pity you have to leave.
#Person1#: thank you for wonderful meat.
#Person2#: I'm glad you enjoy it. | #Person1# has to leave and #Person1# thanks #Person2# for the meat. |
train_8135 | #Person1#: Professor, can you help me add your class?
#Person2#: You have to bring me an add sheet to sign. Do you have one?
#Person1#: No, I will have to get an add sheet.
#Person2#: You must take the signed add slip to the Admissions and Records Office to add the class. Do you know where that is?
#Person1#: No, I don't know where that is.
#Person2#: The office is in front of you as you cross the quad. The signs in the hallway will tell you where you need to be.
#Person1#: I think I can find it.
#Person2#: You'll find it easily. Make sure you add the class and then we will look at the roll sheet later to make sure that you were added on.
#Person1#: Thank you for letting me add your class.
#Person2#: To drop a class, you need to do the same thing with a drop slip. Good luck! | The professor tells #Person1# to bring a signed add sheet to the admission office so that #Person1# can be added to the class. |
train_8136 | #Person1#: Hello! Let me introduce myself. My name is Nancy.
#Person2#: Nice to meet you, I'am Seven. I don't think I'Ve seen you around before.
#Person1#: No, I just started working here at IBM, I am assigned sale department.
#Person2#: What do you do there?
#Person1#: I main market reasearch, and you?
#Person2#: I'Ve beaning worked IBM for years. I am vested personnel file system, He is the after sale survise director. he such a nice boss, I like working for him.
#Person1#: Really? I don't believe I would met him, is he here now?
#Person2#: Yes, That's him over there-the taller, handsome one. Would you let me introduce you?
#Person1#: Thanks, that's would be lovely. You'r right, he is kind and nice looking. | Nancy introduced herself to Seven and Seven will introduce her to the after-sale survive director. |
train_8137 | #Person1#: Gordon, you're ever so late.
#Person2#: Yes, I am sorry. I missed the bus.
#Person1#: But there's a bus every ten minutes, and you are over 1 hour late.
#Person2#: Well, I missed several buses.
#Person1#: How on earth can you miss several buses?
#Person2#: I, ah. . . , I got have late.
#Person1#: Oh, come on, Gordon, it's the afternoon now. Why were you late really?
#Person2#: Well, I. . . I lost my wallet, and I. . .
#Person1#: Have you got it now?
#Person2#: Yes, I found it again.
#Person1#: When?
#Person2#: This morning. I mean. . .
#Person1#: I am not convinced by your explanation. | Gordon is over 1 hour late. He tells #Person1# he missed several buses and he lost his wallet but #Person1# doesn't believe it. |
train_8138 | #Person1#: Lucy, where are you going?
#Person2#: I want to go to the supermarket.
#Person1#: Wait a few minutes and I'll go there with you.
#Person2#: Let's get a shopping cart.
#Person1#: Good idea
#Person2#: What are you going to buy?
#Person1#: Let's check out the fruit section first.
#Person2#: OK. I'd like some oranges. But they don't look quite ripe yet.
#Person1#: Look, nice fresh cherries! They are ripe and soft. I'll take some.
#Person2#: I'll take some, too.
#Person1#: Let's go to the snacks section. I want some chocolate and sweets.
#Person2#: OK. I'll go and buy some cakes.
#Person1#: Do you want to buy something else?
#Person2#: No. Let's go over to the check-out stand. | #Person1# and Lucy will go to the supermarket and they take a shopping list. #Person1# will get cherries, chocolate, and sweets, while Lucy wants some cherries, oranges, and cakes. |
train_8139 | #Person1#: Have you been feeling OK lately?
#Person2#: My coach wants you to check my blood pressure.
#Person1#: Has anyone ever told you that you had high blood pressure?
#Person2#: I don't have any symptoms of high blood pressure.
#Person1#: People with high blood pressure seldom know they have it, which is why we call it the silent killer.
#Person2#: What test do you do for high blood pressure?
#Person1#: We will pump air into this cuff to get a reading.
#Person2#: When you get the reading, what information does it give you?
#Person1#: It tells me how hard your heart pumps blood and how much your arteries relax at rest.
#Person2#: I am hoping that this test goes well for me. | #Person2# takes the high blood pressure test and #Person1# explains information to #Person2# about it. |
train_8140 | #Person1#: What kind of jobs have you had?
#Person2#: I have been a Production Manager.
#Person1#: How many years have you worked as a Production Manager?
#Person2#: 3 years.
#Person1#: Would you like to tell me something about your outstanding achievements?
#Person2#: I had introduced an advanced product line, which increased the output and lessened the cost.
#Person1#: Wonderful. Then how many employers have you worked for?
#Person2#: Frankly speaking, three. If your company employs me, it will be my fourth.
#Person1#: Then have you received any award at your present company?
#Person2#: Yes. I was awarded the title of Advanced Worker last year.
#Person1#: How would you evaluate the company you are with?
#Person2#: Although I could not say that everything is perfect there, I still very much appreciate what the company has given me, especial many chances.
#Person1#: How would your colleagues evaluate you?
#Person2#: They would say I am a responsible friend and a capable colleague.
#Person1#: Can you get recommendations from your present employers?
#Person2#: Yes, I have brought them with me. Here they are.
#Person1#: Do you have any questions?
#Person2#: I think that you have covered all the important points already. But if I have any questions later I will contact you. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# is a production manager and had some outstanding achievements and an award of Advanced Worker. #Person2# has worked for three employers and appreciates the chances the company has given. #Person2# is responsible and capable and #Person2# got recommendations. |
train_8141 | #Person1#: Would you please bring me the black suit? I want to try it on.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: I think this suit fits perfectly.
#Person2#: Yes, I think so. The suit matches the trousers.
#Person1#: It's fine. Please wrap it. | #Person2# assists #Person1# in buying a black suit. |
train_8142 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Does this hotel have a fitness facility?
#Person2#: Yes, we try to accommodate all needs of our patrons, including fitness.
#Person1#: Where is your fitness facility located?
#Person2#: The gym is just below the lobby. Take the elevator or the stairs. You can't miss it.
#Person1#: Is there an additional surcharge for the gym?
#Person2#: No, the gym is free to guests. Take your room key, however, so you can get in.
#Person1#: What time is the gym open, and what time does it close?
#Person2#: The gym is open seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day.
#Person1#: Do you offer trainer services along with the gym?
#Person2#: Unfortunately, no. If you want a trainer, you'll have to use another gym. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the hotel provides a free fitness facility with 24-hours access for all guests but no trainer services. |
train_8143 | #Person1#: Mr. Smith, I'm wondering whether you have found a way of considering my offer?
#Person2#: I certainly have the will but I wonder if I've found the way.
#Person1#: You see. I made what I consider to be a reasonable offerbased upon the rise in production costs and the continued fall in the exchange rate of Australian Dollar to U. S. Dollar.
#Person2#: Let me say something about the falling Australian Dollar. We're both hurt by the rising U. S. Dollar. We will have to pay more Renminbi for U. S. Dollar to buy wool from you.
#Person1#: I understand.
#Person2#: Do you? Then you can see that we have one wish that is to conclude this transaction in a way that will satisfy both sides. What can you do to help?
#Person1#: I think the best way I can do is to reduce our price by 2 % and I should think we could conclude a deal at $ 98.
#Person2#: All right. I accept this reduced offer at $ 98 per metric ton FOB stowed. The other terms and conditions shall remain the same as those in the previous agreement. Now will you draft the agreement or shall I?
#Person1#: Your legal department is very good at these things. We can trust them with the drafting of the agreement.
#Person2#: Ok. Then well bring it over to you tomorrow morning. You'll sign it first, so it will only need my signature. Is that agreeable to you?
#Person1#: Very agreeable, Mr. Smith. It will only take me a minute to sign it and send it back to you.
#Person2#: Good. Let's shake hands on this successful transaction. | Mr. Smith accepts the offer made by #Person1# at $98 per metro ton FOB stowed and his legal department will draft the agreement and let #Person1# sign it first. #Person1# is very agreeable with it. |
train_8144 | #Person1#: have you finished going through the contract?
#Person2#: yes, but I have a few questions for you.
#Person1#: Ok. Ask away.
#Person2#: first, I'd like to know if you offer employees sick leave.
#Person1#: yes, employees can take up to 10 days of sick leave per year. However, in order to get paid, you'll have to bring in a note from the doctor's.
#Person2#: even if I'm only sick for one day?
#Person1#: that's correct.
#Person2#: that's pretty strict, if you ask me.
#Person1#: well, we'Ve had to add that to the contract because we found that many of our employees were taking almost one sick day a month, even though they weren't sick.
#Person2#: I see. I guess that makes sense.
#Person1#: do you have any other questions?
#Person2#: yes. Maternity leave is mentioned in the contract, but there's nothing in the contract alout paternity leave. Do you offer anything to fathers?
#Person1#: we do actually. We can add that as an amendment to your contract.
#Person2#: how many days of paternity leave do you offer?
#Person1#: men are allowed to take 10 days of paternity leave for their first child.
#Person2#: why are women allowed so much more time for maternity leave?
#Person1#: well, women are the ones giving birth. I think it's fair to give them more time, don't you?
#Person2#: I guess so. I don't have any other questions. Should I sign here then?
#Person1#: yes, please. | #Person1# tells #Person2# they offer employees sick leave but employees can't get paid unless they bring the notes from doctor's and paternity leave is 10 days for men for their first child. #Person2# is going to sign the contract. |
train_8145 | #Person1#: What a nice garden! Look at these tulips!
#Person2#: That would be a good shot. Can you take my picture here, dear? Please try to get the garden in the frame as well.
#Person1#: All right. Would you please stand closer to the flower bed? Good. Smile. Say ' cheese '. OK, got you. That's terrific.
#Person2#: Thanks. Could you take one more from this angle?
#Person1#: No problem.
#Person2#: Now let's have one together.
#Person1#: Do you know how to set up the timer?
#Person2#: Let me see. . . set the timer first and push the button, oh, come here.
#Person1#: OK, let's have a try.
#Person2#: Cheese. . .
#Person1#: Did it come out?
#Person2#: Yes, but it's blurred and a little dark.
#Person1#: Never mind. Let's go to the falls and try again.
#Person2#: Ok, let's go. | #Person1# helps #Person2# take photos in a nice garden, and they set up the timer and take photos together. |
train_8146 | #Person1#: Whose book is this?
#Person2#: It's mine. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: Could I borrow it? I've been wanting to read it.
#Person2#: Certainly, but I warn you. It's not as good as they say.
#Person1#: What's the matter with it?
#Person2#: Well, for one thing, the story is poorly constructed. And the characters in the story are more like paper dolls than living people.
#Person1#: That's strange. Usually that writer does a good job. I've read four of his books and thought they were all well done.
#Person2#: I've enjoyed reading his books, but he failed this time.
#Person1#: What did the review say?
#Person2#: They were mixed-- some good, some bad. My review, bad! | #Person2# lends the book to #Person1# but #Person2# tells #Person1# the book is as not as good as the previous books of the writer. |
train_8147 | #Person1#: Wow. Look at you! You look so great today!
#Person2#: Thank you. Do I look good in red?
#Person1#: Oh, yes, you look perfect in this red dress.
#Person2#: Thank you. I bought it last week.
#Person1#: It looks good and expensive.
#Person2#: Well, not expensive. I bought it on a sale last week.
#Person1#: And you got it at a good price?
#Person2#: Yes. It used to be 490 yuan, but I bought it only at half that price.
#Person1#: Lucky you. That's a real bargain.
#Person2#: And I bought a hat to go with the dress too.
#Person1#: Is that also a good bargain?
#Person2#: Sure, the hat is good and cheap too.
#Person1#: Good for you. | #Person1# compliments #Person2# in the red dress which #Person2# bought at half price. #Person2# bought a hat to go with it as well. |
train_8148 | #Person1#: That wasn't a bad meal.
#Person2#: It was very good. It's very nice of you, Dan. Now, I really must go home.
#Person1#: Oh, it's only 10 o'clock.
#Person2#: No, really. I must be off. My uncle will come to see me tomorrow. I must get ready.
#Person1#: Well, look, Jenny. What about Sunday? Would you like to go out with me on Sunday? We can go to the cinema.
#Person2#: Sunday? That's the 20th. Let me see. Sunday, the 20th of June. Well, all right. See you then. | Dan and Jenny had a good meal and Jenny needs to go. They are going to the movies on Sunday. |
train_8149 | #Person1#: Mikey. Time for bed [Why?] Why? It's getting dark out. Well, do you want to talk before you go to bed? [Yeah] Uh, what do you want to talk about?
#Person2#: Um, the zoo.
#Person1#: The zoo? Oh, that was so fun when we went to the zoo. What did you like best about the zoo?
#Person2#: Um, the porcupines.
#Person1#: They were big, weren't they. And what else ... yeah. What else do you remember?
#Person2#: Um, the two giraffes.
#Person1#: The two giraffes? And were they taller than me or shorter than me?
#Person2#: Over your head.
#Person1#: They were over my head. They were pretty tall. And what else do you remember? I remember ... didn't you see an elephant? [Yeah] What about the elephant do you remember? [Um] What was he ... was he eating? [Yeah] He was eating. And then, mommy said something happened with the elephant. That he did something.
#Person2#: He throwed dirt on us.
#Person1#: He did? Oh, how did he do that? With his foot?
#Person2#: No, with his trunk.
#Person1#: And then you fed some ducks. What color were the ducks?
#Person2#: White.
#Person1#: And what other animals do you remember?[Um] Wasn't there some type of show.
#Person2#: Yeah. A bird show.
#Person1#: A bird show? What did the birds do?
#Person2#: Um, flied.
#Person1#: Oh, they flew around!
#Person2#: One flied.
#Person1#: Oh, one flew. Were they good birds? [Yeah] Were they naughty at all?
#Person2#: One was naughty.
#Person1#: What did it do?
#Person2#: Um, did, to, thing, what you ... it the ... the man what it could not do. [Translation: It did something it wasn't supposed to do.]
#Person1#: Uhh, okay. And then you saw some butterflies, didn't you? [Yeah] What colors were they?
#Person2#: After the bird show.
#Person1#: After the bird show you saw them. And were the butterflies flying around all over the zoo?
#Person2#: Uh, um, they're inside.
#Person1#: They were inside, what, a little building? [Yeah] What was the building made of? Was it made of wood? [No] What was it made of? [Glass] Oh, made of glass. And couldn't the butterflies fly out of the glass? [No] No, oh, what stopped them from flying out?
#Person2#: Um, the air.
#Person1#: Oh, the air. Oh, there was air coming down? [Yeah] Oh, well that's great. Well, it's time to go to bed now. Sleep tight and don't let the bed bugs bite. Good night.
#Person2#: Good night. | Mikey and #Person1# talk about the zoo before going to bed, Mikey remembers the porcupines, the two giraffes over #Person1#'s head, an elephant was eating and threw dirt to them with his trunk. Mikey fed some white ducks and he remembered the bird show, one bird was naughty, he also remembered the butterflies within a glass building. |
train_8150 | #Person1#: During the last thunder storm I noticed several leaks in my bedroom ceiling and they really caused a mess.
#Person2#: Maybe you have some broken tiles. I have the phone number of a good roofing company that could do a good repair job for you at a reasonable price. | #Person2# tells #Person1# a good company to fix the leaks. |
train_8151 | #Person1#: I can see this is quite an old house.
#Person2#: Well, in America, it's quite old. But in England, it's actually quite young.
#Person1#: How much are you asking?
#Person2#: $110,000, but it's negotiable, since I need cash urgently.
#Person1#: I see. I suppose this is the living room?
#Person2#: Yes, you're right. Look at the fireplace. It was hand-made. The design is really unique. You can't find it anywhere else.
#Person1#: Yes, I like it very much. Can I see the kitchen, please?
#Person2#: This way, please. Look, it's spacious and bright, and quite modern.
#Person1#: I am satisfied with this house, but the price is a little too high. Can you make a concession? | #Person1# is inspecting the house selling by #Person2#, #Person1# likes it and asks #Person2# a lower price than $110,000. |
train_8152 | #Person1#: Hi, are you being helped?
#Person2#: No, I'm not. I'm interested in some gloves.
#Person1#: All our gloves are here. What do you think of this pair here? It's made of silk.
#Person2#: Hm, it looks nice, but I'd like to have something warm for the winter.
#Person1#: Maybe you would like heavy wool gloves. How about this pair?
#Person2#: I think that's what I want. How much is it?
#Person1#: It's... forty dollars.
#Person2#: It's a little expensive. Do you think it's possible to get a discount?
#Person1#: Hm, since you like it so much, how about a 10 percent discount. That's the best I can offer.
#Person2#: That's good.
#Person1#: Is there anything else I can get for you, a pair of socks?
#Person2#: No, that should be it. Thank you. | #Person1# assists #Person2# in buying gloves. #Person2# wants something warm for winter so #Person2# buys a pair of wool gloves with a 10% discount. |
train_8153 | #Person1#: Oh, what a pretty dress! My daughter would love it. But it seems a bit too large. Do you have a smaller size?
#Person2#: Sorry, this is the only one left. But don't worry. Children grow fast.
#Person1#: Yes, that's true. I'll take it. | #Person1# buys a large pretty dress for daughter and #Person2# says children grow fast. |
train_8154 | #Person1#: The traffic is becoming worse and worse. I think there'll be huge changes in the ways people use cars. New laws will be made about what kind of car you can own and when you can drive.
#Person2#: Maybe there'll just be too many of them on the roads. The air will be so seriously polluted that nobody will be able to breathe.
#Person1#: Exactly. People will have to rely on trains.
#Person2#: Why do you say that?
#Person1#: Well, we won't be able to use cars, and airports take up too much space. That leaves trains.
#Person2#: Huh. So do you think there'll be more efficient train systems between cities?
#Person1#: Sure. They'll enable people to travel between cities in a matter of hours. There may even be trains going under the oceans to connect the main continents.
#Person2#: Under the oceans? Oh, no! I get nervous enough flying on a plane. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# thinks the way people uses car will change and people will have to rely on trains. #Person1# also thinks there'll be more efficient train systems between cities. |
train_8155 | #Person1#: Good afternoon! Can I help you?
#Person2#: Could you show me where the Chinesc-style clothing is located? I want to buy a silk coat.
#Person1#: This way, please. Here they are. They're all handmade.
#Person2#: Oh, they look nice. May I try that black one on?
#Person1#: Of course. The fitting room is right over there.
#Person2#: Do you have a medium in the same color? This one is a little tight.
#Person1#: l'm sorry. All the black of that size are sold out. Would you like a red one?
#Person2#: OK. Let me try it on. What do you think?
#Person1#: Oh, that suits you very well. Besides it is believed in China that the red color brings happiness and good luck.
#Person2#: Really? I'II take it and I'm leaving here tomorrow. Is it possible for you to send one in black to me by mail when you get it in?
#Person1#: Our pleasure. Please fill out this form, leaving your address and telephone number.
#Person2#: Thanks. How much would that come to?
#Person1#: Let me see. . . | #Person1# assists #Person2# in buying silk coats. #Person2# buys a red one in the shop and orders a black one to be delivered. |
train_8156 | #Person1#: You didn't show up to my performance last night! Some kind of friend you are!
#Person2#: Give me a chance to explain. I was no my way and I had an accident.
#Person1#: Sure. You look like you're all black and blue.
#Person2#: I am fine. In fact, I don't have a scratch on me or my vehicle. But the other guy is in critical condition.
#Person1#: You're serious?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm serious. I'm really sorry about missing your concert.
#Person1#: I guess I misjudged you. I hope you can forgive me.
#Person2#: Of course I forgive you. What are friends for? Now, what am I going to do for that other guy? | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# missed #Person1#'s performance because #Person2# had a serious accident on the way. #Person1# misjudged #Person2# and #Person2# forgives #Person1#. |
train_8157 | #Person1#: What is the best place to park?
#Person2#: What vehicle do you usually bring to school? Is it an automobile or a motorbike?
#Person1#: I drive a motorcycle.
#Person2#: OK. That means you can park in the student lot or on the street. Have you seen the handicapped spots?
#Person1#: I am not sure what a handicapped spot is.
#Person2#: Look for the blue signs and blue marked spaces. Do you usually park in the daytime or the evening?
#Person1#: I park days and evenings.
#Person2#: Be careful about the time limits on the streets. Have you seen the signs for time limits?
#Person1#: What signs?
#Person2#: As long as you are careful reading the signs, you will always know how long you can park and what days are OK to park there. Are you aware of the curb colors?
#Person1#: What curb colors?
#Person2#: If you can remember that red means absolutely no parking and white means that you can only load and unload, you are going to be OK. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# can park the motorcycle on the street or in the student lots, and #Person1# needs to pay attention to the time limits of the sign and the curb color. |
train_8158 | #Person1#: Sorry, I'm a bit late. So have you worked out what to do with this homework?
#Person2#: Not yet. I've just been here myself.
#Person1#: Can you remind me just what the task is exactly?
#Person2#: Well, there are 2, no, 3 parts. First, we've got to write an essay about ways of collecting data. Then...
#Person1#: What's the title of the essay exactly?
#Person2#: I've got it here. Discuss the 2 main methods of collecting data in social science research.
#Person1#: And how many words do we have to write?
#Person2#: 1500 words. Then for the second part of the homework, we have to choose one method of data collection and carry a small scale study.
#Person1#: And then we have to write a report on the study?
#Person2#: That's right. 3 to 4 thousand words. | #Person2# tells #Person1# they need to write an essay about ways of collecting data and to choose a method of data collection and carry a small scale study. |
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