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train_8159 | #Person1#: Have you seen our waiter?
#Person2#: Sure, he comes now!
#Person1#: We've been sitting here for almost 10 minutes.
#Person2#: Whoops! I guess I was wrong. That isn't our waiter.
#Person1#: We can give him 5 more minutes and then leave.
#Person2#: I'll go up to the front and talk to the manager.
#Person1#: That's a good idea.
#Person2#: Maybe they'll give us free drinks for waiting so long.
#Person1#: Maybe he'll send us our waiter immediately.
#Person2#: Every time we eat out, it's an adventure!
#Person1#: Last time we got seats next to the kitchen.
#Person2#: We'll never go there again! | #Person1# and #Person2# complained about having waited for 10 minutes in the restaurant. They don't like bad eating experience. |
train_8160 | #Person1#: Veronique, when you are not studying, what do you like to do?
#Person2#: I like listening to music by French singers. Go into any French music store and you'll find the Top 10 albums by US, German and English artists. It's good to have variety, but I love French music.
#Person1#: Do French teens like fast food, you know, hamburgers, chips and things like those?
#Person2#: Well, we don't really like that. We usually have quick breakfast, sandwiches at lunch and a family dinner at around 8:00 to 8:30 in the evening. The younger teenagers like to eat hamburgers at McDonald's.
#Person1#: Paris is well known for popular clothes, so I'm sure it offers French teens the most up-to-date clothes to choose from.
#Person2#: Exactly. I like to wear clothes by Agnes B, a popular French designer. I think Agnes B clothes are kind of classic, but they can also be very lovely. One of my favorites is a silver jacket, because it came from one of the shows and most importantly, there is no other like it. | Veronique tells #Person1# she likes to listen to French music when she is free. She also says French teens don't like fast food and they can choose the most up-to-date clothes. |
train_8161 | #Person1#: I'm going to Australia next year. Aren't you from Australia, Beth?
#Person2#: Actually I'm from New Zealand.
#Person1#: Oh, I didn't know that. So what's it look like there?
#Person2#: Oh, it's beautiful. There are lots of farms and it's very mountainous.
#Person1#: Really? How high are the mountains?
#Person2#: Well, the highest one is Mount Cook. It's about 3800 meters high.
#Person1#: Wow, so how far is New Zealand from Australia?
#Person2#: Well, I live in Auckland and it's about 2000 kilometers from Sydney.
#Person1#: Maybe I should visit your country next year, too. | #Person1# is going to Australia next year and Beth from New Zealand tells #Person1# it is beautiful over there. |
train_8162 | #Person1#: Hello, I'm calling about the apartment you have advertised in today's the daily mail.
#Person2#: Yes, I will have a trip, so the house will be empty for 2 weeks.
#Person1#: Great. I'd like to hire a short period of time. 2 weeks is just enough. Could you introduce your apartment to me?
#Person2#: Sure. It's a one bedroom apartment with a big balcony, but it has a small kitchen.
#Person1#: That's just my cup of tea. What's the price?
#Person2#: $400 per month. You need only to pay for electricity, for gas and water are included. And you can use the parking lot free of charge.
#Person1#: Sounds good. Then I can save some money. May I come over tomorrow to take a look?
#Person2#: Today is Wednesday. How about the day after tomorrow? I've got an appointment tomorrow.
#Person1#: OK. | #Person1# wants to rent for a short period of time and #Person1# likes the apartment #Person1# is renting out. #Person1# will go over and have a look on Friday. |
train_8163 | #Person1#: Good morning. You don't look very well. What's the matter?
#Person2#: Migrate went down recently, so I am very anxious.
#Person1#: Oh really?
#Person2#: Yeah, but I know you always do well in your studies. Could you tell me how you do it?
#Person1#: In fact, I don't think I have any special methods. I just like discussing things with my classmates.
#Person2#: Well, now I think discussions are great. Everybody can express his own opinion and learn from each other. Meanwhile, they also help us build our confidence and have courage to express our opinions.
#Person1#: You're right, but you could also be influenced by others in a bad way. You have to decide whether these kinds of discussions are suitable for you and whether they would be useful for your studies. I also like reading books.
#Person2#: Yeah, that is a good method. But I just don't like reading very much. Maybe that's why I'm not doing very well in my studies. | #Person2# is anxious about the grade and #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# likes discussing with classmates and reading books. #Person1# tells #Person2# it's important to decide whether the discussions are suitable and useful. |
train_8164 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir. May I come in?
#Person2#: Good morning. Yes, please. Take a seat. I guess you want to open an account, right?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Great. What account do you want to open? A checking account or a saving account?
#Person1#: I would like to open a saving account in your bank. What is the procedure?
#Person2#: Would you like to open an account in a single name or in joint names?
#Person1#: I would like to open a joint account with my father.
#Person2#: In that case, both of you have to present identification papers and a set of two photographs each.
#Person1#: Would it be alright if I brought a photo copy of my driving license?
#Person2#: Yes, that will be fine. In fact, photo copies of your voters card, electricity bill or driving license are accepted.
#Person1#: Is that all that is required?
#Person2#: Just one more requirement. We need an introduction by the account holder of our bank.
#Person1#: Fine, I will get that. Just two more clarifications please. What is the minimum bank balance needed for opening the account and what is the interest rate on the saving account?
#Person2#: The minimum balance is $500 and we're offering an interest rate of 3.5% on the saving account these days.
#Person1#: I'll be back with all the stuff needed.
#Person2#: Yes, on opening accounts with us, we will give you a checkbook for withdrawals and a passbook for keeping account. Both you and your father can operate the account.
#Person1#: Thank you for all the help.
#Person2#: A friendly and promote customer service is our motto. | #Person1# wants to open joint savings account with #Person1#'s father, #Person2# tells #Person1# identification papers, a set of two photographs for each person, and an introduction to the bank are needed. #Person2# tells #Person1# the minimum balance for opening the account is $500 and the interest rate is 3.5%. |
train_8165 | #Person1#: Do you want to get some lunch with me?
#Person2#: Sure. You mean from the coffee shop in the mall?
#Person1#: I eat there every day. Let's eat somewhere else for a change. I was thinking of Romano's. And don't worry, today it's on me. I got a reward from my boss for my good work.
#Person2#: Great. That's very kind of you. We'll take my car or at least let me pay for the taxi.
#Person1#: There is no need. They just opened up a new one a couple of blocks away. I could use the fresh air anyway.
#Person2#: Sounds good. Let's go. | #Person1# offers #Person2# a lunch at Romano's since #Person1# got a reward. They will walk there. |
train_8166 | #Person1#: Mom, what are we going to make tonight?
#Person2#: Curry and rice. What do you think?
#Person1#: That sounds nice. I can peel the potatoes first.
#Person2#: Really! Oh, honey, you are so sweet. I'll chop up this carrot.
#Person1#: Mom, the water is boiling!
#Person2#: Honey, just turn down the stove. | #Person1# helps #Person1#'s mom make curry and rice for dinner. |
train_8167 | #Person1#: Who are those guys?
#Person2#: Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O ' Neal, they are the Los Angeles Lakers ' star players.
#Person1#: Oh.
#Person2#: Wait a second. He shoots, he scores!
#Person1#: All right!
#Person2#: Here comes Jordan, though.
#Person1#: Wow, Michael Jordan ' s slam-dunks are beautiful things to watch.
#Person2#: Yeah. He ' s older, so he doesn ' t slam as much as he did when he was younger, but when he does, it ' s still amazing.
#Person1#: Which team do you think will win?
#Person2#: The Lakers. Jordan is the only good player Washington has. | #Person1# and #Person2# are watching a basketball game and both think Jordan is amazing. #Person2# predicts the Lakers will win. |
train_8168 | #Person1#: What do you think of the new television channel? Aren't the programs awful?
#Person2#: I quite agree with you. They are terrible. They are complete waste of time, but my wife disagrees with me.
#Person1#: Actually, what bothers me is the violence. There are far too many detective and police shows.
#Person2#: I couldn't agree with you more. There aren't enough educational programs, and even the news shows are not well done.
#Person1#: You are absolutely right. They are too brief. They don't tell you anything. | #Person1# and #Person2# think the new TV programs are awful because there're not enough educational programs. |
train_8169 | #Person1#: Come in and sit down, Jack. Now, what's the trouble?
#Person2#: I've got a terrible pain in my stomach, Doctor.
#Person1#: I see. When did it start?
#Person2#: It started yesterday. I didn't eat any supper.
#Person1#: Have you got a temperature?
#Person2#: I think so. I feel very hot.
#Person1#: Let's see. Yes. You'Ve got quite a high temperature.
#Person2#: I've got an awful headache, too, and my throat hurts.
#Person1#: Hm. . I think you'Ve got the flu.
#Person2#: Is it serious?
#Person1#: No, not at all, but you must stay in bed for three days and take this medicine.
#Person2#: How often must I take it?
#Person1#: Three times a day after meals.
#Person2#: Thank you, Doctor. | Jack feels sick so he goes to the doctor. After examining, the doctor thinks he's got the flu and gives him medicine. |
train_8170 | #Person1#: I'm sorry for being late.
#Person2#: You're supposed to stand here quietly until the flag - raising ceremony is over.
#Person1#: About what time can I go to my own class?
#Person2#: When everything is over.
#Person1#: Now that it is all over. can I go now?
#Person2#: Not yet. You should stand still for another few minutes. Late-comers must be recorded.
#Person1#: That's too bad! | #Person1# is late for the flag-raising ceremony and needs to be recorded. |
train_8171 | #Person1#: the May holiday is coming up soon. Are you planning on going on vacation?
#Person2#: I am. I just went to the travel agent's and picked up these brochures.
#Person1#: where are you planning on going?
#Person2#: I fancy going to Tibet for a few days. Have you ever been there?
#Person1#: I went a long time ago, before they built the new train that can take you there.
#Person2#: would you recommend going there for a few days?
#Person1#: personally, I think it'd be better to go when you have more time. A few days isn't really enough to get acclimatize yourself and to go on a few excursions outside of the capital.
#Person2#: you're probably right. What do you think about Yangshao?
#Person1#: it's a beautiful city, but I think it's become too touristy. How about going to a cosmopolitan city like Shanghai or Hong Kong?
#Person2#: I'd like to get away from the big city life.
#Person1#: maybe you should consider going to a hot springs resort outside of Beijing. I heard they are very relaxing.
#Person2#: I guess if I only have a few days, I should probably think about going somewhere that isn't far away.
#Person1#: since the May holiday is the high season, you should probably call ahead to reserve a room. Here's the phone number.
#Person2#: thanks ; I'll give them a call later. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about where to go during the May Holiday. They consider Tibet, Yangshao, Shanghai and Hong Kong but #Person2# isn't satisfied with them all. #Person1# reminds #Person2# to reserve a room beforehand and #Person2# agrees. |
train_8172 | #Person1#: Oh, my! It's really hot. I've never seen such scorching weather in my life.
#Person2#: Tell me about it! It's like the whole world is broiling.
#Person1#: Oh, look at the thermometer! The temperature has hit 98.
#Person2#: I hope it's not gonna break into three digits
#Person1#: But it's already awfully close.
#Person2#: Well, I just hope it'll level off.
#Person1#: I guess you can't do anything until after dark then.
#Person2#: I guess so. What else can we do? You can't stay in the heat for long. | #Person1# and #Person2# complain about the hot weather and consider what they can do during the daytime. |
train_8173 | #Person1#: Aren't you going to swim?
#Person2#: Are you kidding? Don't you know I can't swim?
#Person1#: You are not telling me that we drove 50 miles to come here for just sunbath, are you?
#Person2#: Hey, don't shout. Come here! Sit closer. Now, Jim, we'Ve had a lovely day. Don't spoil it now.
#Person1#: What about your beautiful bathing suit? We shopped all day. Don't you want to show it off?
#Person2#: Everybody who walks past me sees it. Besides, it's a good sunbathing suit.
#Person1#: All right. Suit yourself. I am going swimming.
#Person2#: Jim!
#Person1#: Yes?
#Person2#: Can you get me a beach umbrella and a deck chair? I am really tired of lying in thousand.
#Person1#: I've got a better idea. Why don't we hire a boat and go for a ride? What do you think?
#Person2#: Are you serious? That will be wonderful! | Jim wants to swim while #Person2# just wants to bathe in the sun. Finally, they decide to hire a boat and go for a ride. |
train_8174 | #Person1#: Okay, let's begin. Hello, everyone. My name's Karl Roberts, and I'll be your teacher for this class, Intercultural Communication.
#Person2#: ( quietly ) I don't understand what the teacher is saying.
#Person1#: Uh, to begin with, please take a look at the syllabus in front of you. As you all should know by now, this class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15 to 4:50.
#Person2#: That's terrible. He speaks too fast. How can I catch his meaning?
#Person1#: Again, as you see on your course outline, grading is determined by your performance on a midterm and a final test, periodic quizzes, and classroom participation.
#Person2#: I'm not sure whether I can pass the course or not. | #Person2#'s new teacher Karl is talking about the course's syllabus, but #Person2# cannot catch his meaning because he speaks too fast. |
train_8175 | #Person1#: Have you anything to declare?
#Person2#: One bottle of perfume and a watch.
#Person1#: Where did you buy it?
#Person2#: In Boston.
#Person1#: Do you travel a lot?
#Person2#: Oh. . . I go to see my sister twice a year or so.
#Person1#: Twice a year? How long has your sister lived in Boston?
#Person2#: Nearly ten years.
#Person1#: I see, that's a long time. How much was the watch?
#Person2#: I can't remember, but I've got the receipt somewhere. Would you like to see it?
#Person1#: Yes, I'd like to see the receipt. Oh! I see you bought the watch last week.
#Person2#: Yes. Does that mean I'll have to pay duty on it?
#Person1#: Yes, I'm afraid you will. Altogether on the watch and the perfume you owe me seven pounds.
#Person2#: Ok. Here you are. Is that all right now?
#Person1#: Yes, that's fine. I hope you enjoyed your stay in Boston?
#Person2#: Yes, I did. I had a fine time. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the things #Person2# bought. #Person2# bought a bottle of perfume and a watch. #Person2# needs to pay #Person1# seven pounds altogether. |
train_8176 | #Person1#: Hello, Julia, I know a party that will begin at midnight. Would you love to go?
#Person2#: I'd love to, but my mother asks me to go home before 11:00 every night. She will worry if I get home late.
#Person1#: What a pity! The party is very interesting.
#Person2#: I have no choice. My mother is always very strict with me.
#Person1#: Don't complain about it. She is concerned about your safety.
#Person2#: You're right. Mother's love is the greatest love in the world. | Julia refuses #Person1#'s party invitation because her mother wants her to go home early. |
train_8177 | #Person1#: what do we need to get from the supermarket?
#Person2#: we need lots of things. I'll make a list. We need a bag of sugar, a loaf of bread and a crate of beer.
#Person1#: a crate of beer? Why do we need that?
#Person2#: just joking. I would like to get a few bottles of beer though. We also need a liter of cooking oil.
#Person1#: we can buy a three-liter bottle. It works out cheaper per liter. We should buy a packet of butter and a few pints of milk too.
#Person2#: I'd like to get a jar of strawberry jam and a bottle of tomato ketchup. Do we need any meat?
#Person1#: I think we should get half a kilo of minced beef and a few pork chops.
#Person2#: ok. Let's not forget fruit and vegetables. We need a bunch of bananas, a kilo of tomatoes and a bag of potatoes.
#Person1#: we should also get a tube of toothpaste and a bar of soap. Let's get a tub of ice cream too. We can treat ourselves.
#Person2#: ok. We should get a few tins of tuna. Anything else?
#Person1#: I'd like a few cans of coke. We also need a dozen eggs and half a dozen sausages.
#Person2#: let's get a chunk of cheese too. Is that everything.
#Person1#: I think so. I'Ve got the shopping list, so let's go. | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing what they need to get from the supermarket and making a shopping list. Ultimately, they decide to buy sugar, bread, beer, cooking oil, butter, milk, strawberry jam and ketchup, fruit and vegetables and so on. |
train_8178 | #Person1#: I have a question about my payment and need someone to help me.
#Person2#: Yes, I would be happy to answer a question about payment. What do you need help with?
#Person1#: I can't figure out why my paycheck this week is smaller than last week's.
#Person2#: Did you generate any income during that time period?
#Person1#: I made a little bit of money, but not much.
#Person2#: Did that income show up on your last Continued Claim Form?
#Person1#: I claimed the work I did on the last Continued Claim Form.
#Person2#: When you are able to find work and get paid, we always take away part of your check.
#Person1#: That being the case, I don't think that I am going to show the income next time.
#Person2#: Don't do it! If you get caught making false statements, you can have your claim closed. | #Person1# finds #Person1#'s paycheck is smaller this week. #Person2# tells #Person1# it's because #Person1# gets paid. #Person2# warns #Person1# not to make false statements to get more money. |
train_8179 | #Person1#: Welcome to IBA Consumer Credit. What can I assist you with?
#Person2#: My family really needs a car, we live quite far out of the town centre, but unfortunately we cannot afford to pay out such a large sum of money in one go.
#Person1#: That's a problem facing many young families nowadays, and we are sympathetic to the problem. That's why we have just started a new scheme ; a Personal Automobile Consumer Loan.
#Person2#: Great, I just hope I qualify! Could you tell me some more? Can I use the money to buy the car from anywhere?
#Person1#: What we usually do is find a suitable car dealer for you, who offer the type of car that you need. If it's a family car that you want, we have a very reliable dealer already contracted to us.
#Person2#: Then I can go to this appointed dealer, see what they've got and then make a decision?
#Person1#: Yes. When you have decided exactly what you want and have a purchase price we can begin to process the loan. As long as you provide the proper documentation, of course.
#Person2#: What do you require?
#Person1#: A correctly filled in application form, ID card, proof of residency, proof of income, the agreement from the agent and of course the 20 % down payment.
#Person2#: That sounds fine. If you could give me the name and address of the dealer I'll go over there now and see what they've got. | #Person2# wants to buy a car but cannot afford it. #Person1# introduces a Personal Automobile Consumer Loan to #Person2#. #Person1# says they will find #Person2# a suitable car dealer and process the loan with #Person2# offering proper documentation. #Person2# decides to have a try. |
train_8180 | #Person1#: Hi, this is Tom Port. May I speak to Mr. Smith?
#Person2#: Mr. Smith is not in his office. I am afraid he will not be back before 3 pm. Would you care to speak to Mr. Brown who takes all the calls in his absence?
#Person1#: No. Thanks. Can I leave a message for Mr. Smith?
#Person2#: OK, I'll tell him that you called. | #Person1# calls Mr. Smith but he is unavailable. #Person2#'ll tell him #Person1# called. |
train_8181 | #Person1#: What is your understanding of a job?
#Person2#: It provides breads and butter of your family. Besides, it simulates you to pursue noble dreams.
#Person1#: Why do you want to work for us?
#Person2#: Your company is well-known for its good corporate profile and rapid growing records. I want to work for a company that can display my abilities and talents. | #Person1# interviews #Person2# who wants to display abilities and talents. |
train_8182 | #Person1#: May I come in?
#Person2#: Come in, please.
#Person1#: Hello, Mr. Liang. I've done with the work. My report is here so please give me new instructions.
#Person2#: Oh, very good. I've been waiting for your report all week.
#Person1#: Would you please have a look at my report? I hope the project meets your demand.
#Person2#: OK, I will see it soon. You can go back now.
#Person1#: If you have any questions about it, please don't hesitate to tell me. I'll go. Bye.
#Person2#: Bye. | #Person1# hands in a project report to Mr. Liang who will check it for #Person1#. |
train_8183 | #Person1#: Jenny, Can you come and help me?
#Person2#: Mom, what should I do?
#Person1#: It's dusty everywhere in the house. Can you help me do the housecleaning?
#Person2#: OK. I will call Peter to clean it together.
#Person1#: That's my good girl. The clothes need washing. I'll do the laundry. | Jenny's mom asks Jenny to help her do the housecleaning. |
train_8184 | #Person1#: How much are you planning to buy?
#Person2#: Well, it's not how much, but what I'm going to buy that matters. I'm going ski shopping!
#Person1#: Cool! Can I come?
#Person2#: No. The front seat folds down all the way so there's just enough space for the skis. . .
#Person1#: But not enough space for me?
#Person2#: Not unless you lose about 100 pounds. . .
#Person1#: Billy. . . | Billy is going ski shopping and refuses to take #Person1# for #Person1#'s weight. |
train_8185 | #Person1#: You know Iden, I don't know much about you. Where were you born?
#Person2#: I was born in London, but I spent most of my childhood in Hongkong.
#Person1#: What was your childhood like?
#Person2#: I had a pretty strict up-bring, and my parents and I were always fighting about it.
#Person1#: Do you get along with your parents now?
#Person2#: Oh, sure. Once they reached middle age, they became a lot less uptight.
#Person1#: Where did you go to university?
#Person2#: My parents wanted me to stay in Hongkong, but I decided to go back to England, I graduated from Oxford University with a degree in English literature.
#Person1#: What's your current occupation?
#Person2#: I'm a freelance writer. i write magazine articles and fiction books
#Person1#: Did you always know you wanted to be a writer?
#Person2#: No, I didn't. I was an english teacher for about five years, but by the time I was thirty, I decided I want a fresh challenge.
#Person1#: How did you start writing?
#Person2#: I started writing margin articles for fun, and eventually was asked to write a book, so I was pretty lucky.
#Person1#: Are you writing a book now?
#Person2#: Yes, it's about a group of friends living in a foreign country, and all the strange experiences they have
#Person1#: Sounds interesting. | Iden tells #Person1# his parents were uptight when he was little but now they get along. Iden graduated from Oxford University and was an English teacher. Iden started writing margin articles for fun and is working on a book now. |
train_8186 | #Person1#: Hi! Susan! I haven't seen you for ages!
#Person2#: I'Ve been really busy. How is everything?
#Person1#: Oh, fine. Hey, why don't we grab a bite to eat and do some catching up?
#Person2#: Yeah, why not? I'Ve got a little free time on my hands. Where do you want to eat? | #Person1# and Susan meet again after a long time. |
train_8187 | #Person1#: Are you ready yet?
#Person2#: I'll be ready in a couple of minutes.
#Person1#: Hurry, please! We have to be at the hotel in fifteen minutes.
#Person2#: Do I have to make a speech tonight?
#Person1#: Just a short one, after dinner.
#Person2#: What about television? Will they have cameras there?
#Person1#: I certainly hope so. I'd like to see you on every news program in town tonight.
#Person2#: I'll be glad when the voting is over. I'd like to have a good night's sleep more than anything else right now. I have to shake hands with so many people. | #Person1# hopes #Person2#'s speech tonight will be on TV while #Person2# just wants to rest after the voting is over. |
train_8188 | #Person1#: United Airlines. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like to book some tickets for Flight 220, leaving for Honolulu on December 22 at 7:30 in the evening.
#Person1#: Do you want to fly first or economy class?
#Person2#: Economy, please.
#Person1#: Will this be a one-way trip?
#Person2#: No, round trip back to Chicago. By the way, do you have any direct flights coming back?
#Person1#: Yes, we do. Flight 515, leaving Honolulu at 3:00 pm, flies nonstop back to Chicago.
#Person2#: That will be perfect. What's the exact air fare?
#Person1#: The round trip economy fare from Chicago to Honolulu is $476 during the high season.
#Person2#: All right, here's the money. | #Person1# helps #Person2# book an economy class air ticket to Honolulu and a return ticket to Chicago which costs $476 together. |
train_8189 | #Person1#: Good morning, Miss Smith. I'm sorry to trouble you.
#Person2#: Good morning, not at all. Please be seated. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: It's about my son.
#Person2#: He isn't in trouble. I hope he's doing well in all his lessons. He'll do well in the exams.
#Person1#: Except in Chinese. I'm afraid. He says that he is a little weak in Chinese.
#Person2#: Is he? I'm sorry to hear that.
#Person1#: That's why I've come to see you. I'm worried about his Chinese. He may fall behind the others when he comes back.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: We'll go back to London for a holiday for two months. We haven't been back for three years.
#Person2#: I see. I think that maybe his Chinese teacher can give him some homework to do during the holiday. He won't fall too far behind the others when he comes back. | #Person1#'s worried that #Person1#'s son might fall behind in Chinese because they'll go to London for two months. Miss Smith suggests that more Chinese homework may be helpful. |
train_8190 | #Person1#: Do you know that John's health took a turn for the worse?
#Person2#: But he used to be as strong as a horse.
#Person1#: You will never know when your health will fail all of a sudden.
#Person2#: It's one of the misfortunes in life, isn't it?
#Person1#: It sure is.
#Person2#: So health is more valuable than anything else. No matter how much money we have, you can not buy good health with it.
#Person1#: I quite agree with you, and similarly, honors can never equal good health either.
#Person2#: To conclude, we should try our best to keep us as healthy as possible. | #Person1# tells #Person2# John's health suddenly fails. #Person1# and #Person2# both think health is the most valuable thing. |
train_8191 | #Person1#: Hi, Kate, you look happy.
#Person2#: Yes, I just saw a very funny film on TV.
#Person1#: What was it about?
#Person2#: It was about a careless man who got into trouble wherever he went. He couldn't do anything well.
#Person1#: So you liked it?
#Person2#: Yes, I did. It made me laugh a lot.
#Person1#: But I'd rather see something not only interesting but also instructive.
#Person2#: Oh James, don't be so serious. People sometimes need relaxation.
#Person1#: That's true. But I think that watching TV is not just for entertainment. | Kate tells James about a very funny film and thinks people need relaxation while James prefers something instructive. |
train_8192 | #Person1#: We'd better hurry. I think that's our flight.
#Person2#: Have I got time to get a newspaper?
#Person1#: Well, I don't think we have time. Look---
#Person2#: All right, well, you take that bag, and I'll take this one. | #Person1# and #Person2# are catching their flight. |
train_8193 | #Person1#: Hello, Ultimate Computers. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, this is Jack Kordell from Hunter's Office Supplies. May I speak to Elaine Strong, please?
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but she's not in right now. She should be here later in the afternoon, maybe about 4:30. May I take a message?
#Person2#: Yes. Ms. Strong sent me your newest line of laptop computers with a description of other software products, but there wasn't any information about after sales service.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm sorry. Would you like me to fax that to you?
#Person2#: Yes. Could you try sending that information around 3:30? That should give me time to look over the material before I call Ms. Strong, say, around 5:00.
#Person1#: Sure. Could I have your name, telephone number, and fax number, please?
#Person2#: Yes. Jack Kordell and the phone number is 560 1287. And the fax number is 560 1288.
#Person1#: All right. I'll be sure to send you the fax this afternoon.
#Person2#: Okay, bye. | Jack calls #Person1# to say Ms. Strong hasn't sent the information about after sales service to Jack. #Person1# records Jack's contact information and promises to fax it this afternoon. |
train_8194 | #Person1#: I'd like to book a ticket to Los Angeles.
#Person2#: What day are you planning to go?
#Person1#: I am supposed to be there on the morning of the 14th But I'd rather get there on the evening of the 13th.
#Person2#: What time would you like to leave?
#Person1#: Late in the afternoon, after work.
#Person2#: We have a flight at 4:30.
#Person1#: That's too early. I can't get out of work until five. Do you have a later flight?
#Person2#: The next flight is at 5:15, and there is another at 6:30.
#Person1#: I'd better take 6:30. It takes quite a while to get to the airport.
#Person2#: The flight only takes an hour and a half. It arrives at 8:00. You can have a rest in the evening. | #Person2# helps #Person1# book the flight to Los Angeles which leaves at 6:30 p.m. and arrives at 8:00 on the 13th as #Person1# requires. |
train_8195 | #Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, my nephew Jim is graduating from college next week and I'd like to get him a nice gift.
#Person1#: What price are you interested in? We'll need to know that before we begin looking.
#Person2#: Well. I usually spend about twenty do Ham for a gift. Do you have anything nice for that price?
#Person1#: How about a pen?
#Person2#: No, my brother gave him that for his bithday last year.
#Person1#: Well, then would he enjoy a chess set?
#Person2#: No, he doesn't like chess very much, but he is quite athletic.
#Person1#: Then you could get him a tennis racket.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. I'll take it. | #Person2# wants to buy a gift for #Person2#'s nephew. #Person1# recommends a tennis racket and #Person2# decides to take it. |
train_8196 | #Person1#: Hello, Supertravel. How can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like some information about flights to Italy.
#Person1#: Where do you want to go?
#Person2#: Rome. I want to leave on Tuesday the 6th of May and come back on Saturday the 10th.
#Person1#: It'll be much cheaper if you stay the Saturday night and come back on Sunday the 11th.
#Person2#: OK then, I'll go from the 6th to the 11th. I'd like to fly early in the morning if possible.
#Person1#: There's a flight leaving London at 8:30 on the 6th, getting to Rome at 12:00, and then for the return flight, there's one leaving at 9:00 getting to London at 12:30. Is that OK?
#Person2#: Yes, that's fine. Did you say I'll get to Rome at 12:30 on the 6th of May?
#Person1#: No, at 12:00. You leave at 8:30.
#Person2#: And the flight back gets in at 12:30 on the 11th?
#Person1#: That's right.
#Person2#: How much does it cost?
#Person1#: 195.
#Person2#: OK, that's fine. I'd like to book a return ticket for those flights.
#Person1#: Can I have your name please?
#Person2#: Yes, Robert Brown.
#Person1#: And your credit card details.
#Person2#: Yes, it's a Visa Card... | #Person1# helps #Person2# book a round-trip ticket to Rome from London. #Person2# wants to leave on Tuesday and return on Saturday but #Person1# suggests staying the Saturday night because it's cheaper. #Person2# agrees and takes the recommended ticket. |
train_8197 | #Person1#: What time do you get up to go to work, Jerry?
#Person2#: I'm usually up by 6:00 and out of the house by 6:15.
#Person1#: That's pretty early. Don't you start work at 9:00?
#Person2#: Well, I go to the gym every morning before I arrive at the office. There aren't many other people there at that time, and I usually don't feel like exercising after a long day at work. But the real reason is that it gives me the energy I need to make it through the day.
#Person1#: So, you take a shower at the gym every morning?
#Person2#: During the week, yes. I don't go to the gym on the weekend. I get all the exercise I need playing with my two sons at the park!
#Person1#: I'll bet! My husband is always tired after he takes our daughter hiking in the mountains on the weekends.
#Person2#: Hey, Sophie, we should all get together and do something fun this weekend. I know Molly would love to see you.
#Person1#: That sounds great. | Jerry does exercise early before work, but he doesn't exercise on the weekend because playing with his kids is enough. Sophie says her husband feels the same way. Jerry invites them over and Sophie agrees. |
train_8198 | #Person1#: Good moring, madam. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Good moring. I am Sunfang. Yesterday Mr. Smith told me to come for a job interview this morning. Is he available now?
#Person1#: Yes, he is waiting for you in Room 123.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. May I come in?
#Person3#: Come in, please.
#Person2#: Good moring, Mr. Smith. I am Sunfang coming for an interview.
#Person3#: Nice to see you. Take a seat, please.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person3#: We've been looking over your application. I see you've got several years experience in secretarial work. What kind of work did you do in your previous job?
#Person2#: I mainly did typing, filing, answering telephone calls and such routine work in the beginning. I started the job as a junior secretary, but within the year I was promoted to senior secretary of Southeast Company. I drafted business correspondence for the general manager.
#Person3#: Then what's the reason that promoted you to leave Southeast Company?
#Person2#: Last month the company moved to Guangzhou for further development. I was reluctant to relocate because I love Nanjing so much.
#Person3#: Tell me what you know about our company.
#Person2#: Your company is the leading dealer in the import and export of cosmetics. Also, you have a reputation for being a good company to work for and you are in last year's top 500 Employers list.
#Person3#: Tell me three positive qualities your coworkers would use to describe you and your work style.
#Person2#: First they'd say I am very punctual. They'd also say I am a cheerful person to work with I don't bring my problems to work. I try to have a positive attitude about work. And thirdly, they'd say I am flexible I accept change easily.
#Person3#: Tell me something about your education.
#Person2#: I graduated from Yangzhou Junior College. Now I am attending evening classes in Nanjing Radio & TV University three times a week. My major is International Trade. I've already passed over half of the compulsory courses and five optional courses, and expect to receive a B. A. degree next year.
#Person3#: I see you are an ambitious young lady. I wish you can make greater progress in the future. | #Person1# leads Sunfang to Mr. Smith for an interview. Sunfang tells Mr. Smith she was promoted fast in her previous job. She wants to work for Mr. Smith because her old company moved but she didn't want to relocate, and because She thinks Mr. Smith's company plays a leading role. Sunfang thinks her colleagues might describe her as being punctual, positive and flexible. Mr. Smith is impressed. |
train_8199 | #Person1#: What's the problem, Nada? You look down in the dumps.
#Person2#: I don't know. My life is a big mess. Everything is so compliceted.
#Person1#: Come on, nothing can be that bad.
#Person2#: But promise me, you'll keep it a secret.
#Person1#: Ok, I promise. So what's troubling you so much?
#Person2#: I've fallen in love with my boss.
#Person1#: Really? Is he married?
#Person2#: Bo, of course not. He is still single.
#Person1#: Then what's your problem?
#Person2#: I try to keep it to myself. But there is a lot of gossip about us.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. Office romance tends to be the subject of gossip.
#Person2#: Worse still, he is trying to avoid me these days.
#Person1#: Office romance is very tricky.
#Person2#: It gives me a lot of pressure and I feel depressed.
#Person1#: Cheer up, Nada. You'll be fine. | Nada tells #Person1# she falls in love with her boss. Nada is stressed because there is gossip about them and her boss avoids her. #Person1# comforts her. |
train_8200 | #Person1#: How can I help you today, Alice?
#Person2#: Well, I came to talk to you because I want to apply for a scholarship.
#Person1#: Oh, good. You're an excellent student. I'd be very willing to help you with that.
#Person2#: Thanks. I really appreciate it. In fact, I do need a letter of recommendation for this scholarship.
#Person1#: What kind of scholarship is it?
#Person2#: It's an undergraduate scholarship offered by the American Minority Students Scholarship Association. I'm eligible for it because I'm Asian American.
#Person1#: Fine. I know about that scholarship. You have to be a student in your junior year, and you have to have a grade point average of 3. 7 or higher.
#Person2#: I'm a junior now, and my GPA is 3. 92.
#Person1#: Excellent. So you'll have a good chance of getting it.
#Person2#: Well, I hope so. The competition is probably pretty heavy. And they want a writing sample too.
#Person1#: Do you have an essay you want to send them?
#Person2#: No, they want a special essay. I must write an essay on a particular question they pose.
#Person1#: What is the question?
#Person2#: They give applicants a topic. The topic is, The Place of Ethnic Minorities in a Democratic Society. My essay must be three pages typed and double-spaced.
#Person1#: That's a pretty short essay.
#Person2#: Yes, but I need to write it by next week.
#Person1#: Good luck. I'm sure you will do a good job.
#Person2#: I came here today to talk to you because. . . Well, I need to ask two favors.
#Person1#: Sure. What are they?
#Person2#: First, I need a letter of recommendation.
#Person1#: I'd be happy to write one for you.
#Person2#: And second. . . . Well, I'm not sure if it's normal.
#Person1#: What is it? Do you want me to read your essay?
#Person2#: Yes, if you could. I mean, if you could read it to make sure there are no mistakes. Or maybe you'd have some suggestions.
#Person1#: Of course I could read it. That's no problem. But you need to get it to me soon.
#Person2#: I will. I want to write the first draft tonight. So I could bring it tomorrow morning.
#Person1#: Alright. If you can bring it to me tomorrow morning, I can talk with you after class on Friday. So I'll have some feedback for you before the weekend.
#Person2#: That would really help me a lot. I'm very grateful.
#Person1#: Don't mention it. I'm always willing to help good students. | Alice wants to apply for an undergraduate scholarship which she is eligible for as an Asian American. Alice hopes that #Person1# writes a letter of recommendation. Alice also writes an essay under a specific topic, which is required to get the scholarship, so she wants #Person1# to read it and check whether there are mistakes. #Person1# agrees and asks her to give #Person1# the essay soon so that #Person1# can offer feedbacks before the weekend. Alice is grateful. |
train_8201 | #Person1#: You look really wiped out.
#Person2#: I had meetings back to back all morning. Then the printer broke in the middle of putting together the Wix Soap presentation, and the phone rang off the hook from the minute I walked into the office.
#Person1#: Not a good day, I hate to tell you that Mr. Emory wants to see the designs for the Polish Paste Ad tomorrow morning.
#Person2#: I can't believe it! I guess I'll be here until ten again tonight! | #Person1# says Mr. Emory wants #Person2# to finish the designs today which worsens #Person2#'s day. |
train_8202 | #Person1#: What did he say?
#Person2#: He said he would tell us the secret of becoming a successful man.
#Person1#: It's too good to be true! If I were there, I would ask him if he himself was a successful man.
#Person2#: Nobody would drive him up a wall by asking him such a question, you know. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about a man promoting the secret of success. |
train_8203 | #Person1#: Do you think my briefcase is big enough to put in all these stuff?
#Person2#: Let me see. Laptop, flash disk, a ballpoint pen, a pencil, a notebook, a pair of glasses, cell phone, charger, moisture, notion, ... Oh, that is too much. You are not going to a business trip.
#Person1#: I guess I need all of them.
#Person2#: Actually, the company will provide you with all of these supplies. So, you can leave this very thick notebook at home.
#Person1#: I know. But it is my lucky charm. I carry it all the time.
#Person2#: Suit yourself. Don't forget to set the alarm clock. | #Person1# brings too many things for the business trip. #Person2# suggests #Person1# leave the notebook at home but #Person1# refuses. |
train_8204 | #Person1#: When in Rome, do as the Romans do, they say.
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: Roman is living in Rome, of course. And go to work by car, or bus, or on foot.
#Person2#: I think the Romans do what everyone else does.
#Person1#: Certainly.
#Person2#: And Roman really loves life. He knows how to enjoy himself.
#Person1#: Not always. But they like good meal.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: How can I go there to have a taste?
#Person2#: By air of course. | #Person2# says Roman loves life. #Person2# thinks they like good meals and #Person2# wants to try. |
train_8205 | #Person1#: Could I get some beef?
#Person2#: What kind of beef would you like to get?
#Person1#: Ground beef would be fine.
#Person2#: How many pounds would you like?
#Person1#: Four pounds is enough.
#Person2#: What kind of ground beef do you want?
#Person1#: I'm going to need extra lean ground beef.
#Person2#: I can get that for you.
#Person1#: Thanks so much.
#Person2#: You're welcome, Let me go wrap the ground beef up for you.
#Person1#: Thanks for everything. | #Person2# helps #Person1# buy four pounds of the extra lean ground beef. |
train_8206 | #Person1#: What's up?
#Person2#: Not much. Its frezzing in Beijing.
#Person1#: U should come to Bangkok. We've got lovely weather here.
#Person2#: Great! R y inviting me?
#Person1#: Laughing out loud.
#Person2#: Be right back.
#Person1#: Where r u going?
#Person2#: Bathroom.
#Person1#: Ok. I'm going to go to bathroom too. Talk to you later.
#Person3#: When people chat online, they often shorten words. Use abbreviations, use lower case letters, and rarely use punctuation marks, especially apostrophe marks. | #Person1# and #Person2# are using special ways to chat online. #Person3# explains their usage. |
train_8207 | #Person1#: How did you first meet Jack each other?
#Person2#: That is a heavy raining afternoon. I was standing under the eaves of a shop to evade the heavy rain. It's getting dark.
#Person1#: And then?
#Person2#: I was trembling in the wind when he ran to me with an umbrella in his hand and asked, 'Where is your home? '
#Person1#: Then he sent you to your home?
#Person2#: Yeah.
#Person1#: It's a romantic meeting. I can say that a hero saves a beauty.
#Person2#: He joked later that I was so poor that he had a kind of impulse to protect an ant.
#Person1#: He is so humorous. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about her first meeting with Jack, who sent her home on a rainy day. #Person1# thinks it's romantic. |
train_8208 | #Person1#: Have you chosen the music for the party yet?
#Person2#: I was going to just let people bring their own.
#Person1#: Oh, I don't think you should do that. One person needs to be in charge. Otherwise, people will start disagreeing. Sony's really good at music. You could ask her.
#Person2#: OK. Have you got her number?
#Person1#: Yeah, it's on my mobile. I'll text it to you. | #Person2# wanted people to bring music, but #Person1# suggests putting Sony in charge. |
train_8209 | #Person1#: Hi, Amelia! Long time no see! How are you doing?
#Person2#: Hi, Collins. Not too bad, I suppose.
#Person1#: How's your job going?
#Person2#: Oh, that's not OK. I've moved to a new office and I just hate it. The people are not friendly. Actually, I'm looking for a new job.
#Person1#: Oh, really! Me too! I'm just so bored with my job.
#Person2#: So what kind of job are you looking for?
#Person1#: Well, I don't know for sure. I'd love to work somewhere nice and warm. Spain is my first choice.
#Person2#: I see. Hey, maybe we should go there together to set up a travel business!
#Person1#: The problem is, I don't speak Spanish. It would be difficult for me to start a business there.
#Person2#: I don't speak Spanish either, but it doesn't matter. We should give it a try!
#Person1#: Well, one day maybe. | Amelia and Collins are both tired of their jobs. Amelia suggests starting a travel business in Spain, though neither of them can speak Spanish. Collins equivocates. |
train_8210 | #Person1#: Could you bring me an English newspaper?
#Person2#: Certainly, sir. I'll bring one as soon as possible. Would you like an evening newspaper tonight, too?
#Person1#: No, that's alright. How much will it be?
#Person2#: It's free, sir.
#Person1#: Fine. Oh, would you get me some cigarettes as well, if that's not too much trouble?
#Person2#: That's no trouble at all, sir. Which kind would you prefer?
#Person1#: Malboro.
#Person2#: How many packets do you need, sir?
#Person1#: The 2 please.
#Person2#: Could you have $10 ready, please?
#Person1#: Sure.
#Person2#: Thank you, sir. We'll bring you the newspaper and cigarettes as soon as possible. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to bring an English newspaper and 2 packets of Malboro cigarettes which costs $10. |
train_8211 | #Person1#: Hi, Maria, what are you up to?
#Person2#: I'm just trying to plan my trip to Southeast Asia.
#Person1#: Where are you planning to go?
#Person2#: Well, I'm going to start by flying to Hong Kong. I have a friend there, who I haven't seen for a long time. Then I'll fly to Vietnam and take a bus down to Ho Chi Minh City.
#Person1#: And then where will you go?
#Person2#: Well, from there, I'll take the boat up River to Seam Reap, and see the famous temples. From there, I'll fly to Bangkok and try to get to the Chatuchak Market. I hear it's really great for shopping.
#Person1#: And then?
#Person2#: I was thinking of just staying on a beach in the South.
#Person1#: Where are you going to stay in those places?
#Person2#: Um, I don't have much money, so I'll just stay in small guest houses rather than big hotels. | #Person1# asks Maria about her trip to Southeast Asia. Maria says she will mainly visit Hong Kong, Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand, and stay in small guest houses to save money. |
train_8212 | #Person1#: Nice to meet you, Peter.
#Person2#: Welcome to my home. Come in, please.
#Person1#: Who is the man I met at the gate a moment ago?
#Person2#: Do you mean the man wearing a pair of sunglasses? He is my neighbor. We have been neighbors for 20 years.
#Person1#: Really? I haven't met him before, though I have been here several times.
#Person2#: He is a pilot named Jack. He has been to many countries in the world.
#Person1#: How lucky he is.
#Person2#: But his wife isn't so lucky. She always stays at home alone.
#Person1#: I see. Haven't they got a child?
#Person2#: No, they considered Charlie as their son. It's really a kind pet dog. | #Person1# met #Person2#'s neighbor, Jack. #Person2# tells #Person1# Jack's a pilot flying around the world, while his wife stays at home alone. |
train_8213 | #Person1#: Adam, I heard you want to get in shape. Why not join the club I am in?
#Person2#: Is it far from our neighborhood?
#Person1#: No, it's just 10 minutes away from here by bike.
#Person2#: What do you do there?
#Person1#: Well, I often start out running for about half an hour and then I get in the swimming pool for an hour.
#Person2#: I really like swimming. It's a good way to lose weight, isn't it?
#Person1#: Oh, it certainly is. I was 135 pounds when I joined the club. Now I weigh just 120 pounds, and I'm sure I'll manage to lose another 10 pounds by the end of July.
#Person2#: That's amazing. Perhaps I'll go and have a look at your club tonight. | #Person1# invites Adam to join the club #Person1#'s in. #Person1# often runs and swims there and lost 15 pounds. Adam decides to have a look. |
train_8214 | #Person1#: Hello. Excuse me.
#Person2#: Yes. Can I help you?
#Person1#: Do you remember me? I just had lunch here a half hour ago.
#Person2#: Of course I remember you.
#Person1#: I think I lost my wallet here.
#Person2#: Oh, no. Really? I didn't see anything.
#Person1#: Really? You didn't find a wallet?
#Person2#: No, I didn't. Would you like to go look by the table with me?
#Person1#: Yes, I would. It's not here. And it's not on the floor.Has anyone sat at this table since we left?
#Person2#: No. It's been empty the whole time.
#Person1#: Hmm. I don't know how it could have happened.
#Person2#: I remember, sir, that your friend took the bill.You didn't pay for the lunch yourself, did you?
#Person1#: No. My friend did.
#Person2#: Then are you sure you took your wallet out of your pocket while you were here?
#Person1#: No, I'm not sure. But I usually take out my wallet when I sit down.It ' s uncomfortable to sit on it. So I usually put it next to me on the table.
#Person2#: Maybe you lost it before you came here. Or maybe you left it at home.
#Person1#: I don't think it's at home. I think I had it when I left the house.But what should I do?
#Person2#: Well, the first thing you should do is make sure it's not at home.Then, if it isn't, you need to call your credit card companies and cancel your cards. Next, you need to replace whatever you lost, your driver's license, things like that.
#Person1#: Should I call the police?
#Person2#: You can if you want. But the police usually don't do anything about lost wallets.
#Person1#: Hmm. I'll go home and check. Maybe you're right. Maybe it's at home.
#Person2#: I'm sorry we couldn't find it, sir.
#Person1#: Thanks for your help. | #Person1# thinks he lost his wallet at #Person2#'s restaurant. #Person2# helps #Person1# look for it but doesn't find it. #Person2# advises #Person1# to check if the wallet isn't at home. |
train_8215 | #Person1#: I was wondering if you need any help on your new project.
#Person2#: Sure! That would be great! Are you good at writing or would you rather do the computer work?
#Person1#: I would like to help with the computer work.
#Person2#: Great! We are going to be working in teams of three. Are you OK working with others?
#Person1#: Yes, I like working like that.
#Person2#: We will begin next Monday. Would you be available then?
#Person1#: Yes, I can be there.
#Person2#: Well, if you could send me your basic background information before next Monday, it would be useful.
#Person1#: OK, I will send the information to you.
#Person2#: Well then, thanks for your help. Have a great day! | #Person1# would like to help on #Person2#'s new project. #Person2# confirms the details with #Person1# and asks #Person1# to send #Person1#'s basic background information. |
train_8216 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. Can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to leave this bag with you.
#Person1#: OK, sir. Is there anything valuable or breakable in it?
#Person2#: Well... there is a necklace in it.
#Person1#: Would you mind taking the necklace with you, or leaving it at the safe deposit box?
#Person2#: Well, don't bother. I'll take it with me. Will that be all right?
#Person1#: Thank you, sir. Here is your tag. This cloakroom is open till 11:00 p. m ., could you pick it up by then?
#Person2#: Sure. thank you. | #Person2# will take the necklace with him and leaves the bag with #Person1# at the cloakroom. |
train_8217 | #Person1#: Unfortunately, according to our regulations I have to confiscate these counterfeit notes.
#Person2#: So, this 500 RMB is worthless?
#Person1#: I'm sorry but it is our regulation, so I must follow it. We will issue you with a receipt to show that the notes you presented us with are counterfeit and have been confiscated. Then, if you wish to pay in some more cash, you are free to do so.
#Person2#: Right, I see. Let me give you another 500 RIB.
#Person1#: Here's your Passbook back and the receipt to say we confiscated the 500 RMB worth of counterfeit notes.
#Person2#: Thanks. Now can I make the full deposit?
#Person1#: Yes. Please fill in a new deposit slip and we can continue. | #Person1# confiscates the counterfeit notes and will issue #Person2# with a receipt. #Person2#'ll pay in some more cash to make the full deposit. |
train_8218 | #Person1#: Hey, look, there is a circus show over there.
#Person2#: I'm not in the mood.
#Person1#: It's the circus.
#Person2#: I don't want to sit there and watch them torturing the animals.
#Person1#: Oh, come on, they give them treat too. Oh, look, that little monkey is so cute.
#Person2#: Cute? Hope so.
#Person1#: Oh, it is coming to us, come on, Ben, get a banana to it.
#Person2#: Me? No way, keep him away from me, please.
#Person1#: Why are you acting so strange today?
#Person2#: I've said that I've got a problem with the circus. I'm not kidding.
#Person1#: That's weird! | Ben doesn't want to sit in the circus and watch them torturing the animals. #Person1# thinks Ben's acting strange. |
train_8219 | #Person1#: What date will our field trip be on?
#Person2#: The science field trip is next Monday at 8 o'clock in the morning. Do you want to make note of that on your calendar?
#Person1#: Yes, I will make note of that.
#Person2#: Next Monday is December 2nd. The buses will leave at 8, but we must begin loading at 7
#Person1#: I will be there half an hour early.
#Person2#: You might want to tell whoever is picking you up that you will return on December 8th. Do you have a ride?
#Person1#: Yes, someone is picking me up.
#Person2#: To get back to campus by 8
#Person1#: Not at the moment, maybe later, though.
#Person2#: All of the extra information that you need is on the bulletin board in the hallway. See you on Monday! | #Person2# tells #Person1# the schedule of their field trip and asks #Person1# to check the bulletin board for extra information. |
train_8220 | #Person1#: I'm looking for some fresh produce that's on sale.
#Person2#: Well, we just got in some mangoes.
#Person1#: Mangoes. What are they?
#Person2#: Well, it's a fruit with a big nut in it.
#Person1#: Can you eat the nut?
#Person2#: No, you peel off the skin and throw out the nut.
#Person1#: How much are they?
#Person2#: Well, the sale price is $ 1 each.
#Person1#: What does a mango taste like?
#Person2#: They're like a citrus fruit.
#Person1#: How do I know if it's ripe?
#Person2#: You can buy them hard. Wait a few days for them to develop a soft feel.
#Person1#: Where do they come from?
#Person2#: Most of them in this store are from Mexico. | #Person1# wants some fresh produce that's on sale. #Person2# recommends mangoes and tells #Person1# about them. |
train_8221 | #Person1#: Isn't this fun?
#Person2#: I have no idea what I'm doing.
#Person1#: Just follow the foot movements. Brush left, brush right. . . yeah! That's it!
#Person2#: Whoa! We're changing partners now? Where do I go?
#Person1#: Let the men take the lead!
#Person2#: Whoa! Oh, no!
#Person1#: Oops! | #Person1# and #Person2# are dancing. #Person1# tells #Person2# to follow the foot movements and let the man take the lead when changing partners. |
train_8222 | #Person1#: Can you believe that Obama was actually elected?
#Person2#: I can believe it, and I am very excited about it.
#Person1#: I hope you voted for him.
#Person2#: Of course I did. Didn't you?
#Person1#: Of course!
#Person2#: I have total faith in Obama as our President.
#Person1#: You do?
#Person2#: Yeah. I have faith that he will help America turn over a new leaf.
#Person1#: Our country really could use some work.
#Person2#: I believe that change has already begun.
#Person1#: I couldn't agree more.
#Person2#: I no longer need to worry about what will happen with this country. | #Person1# and #Person2# both voted for Obama. They are both hopeful about the country's prospect. |
train_8223 | #Person1#: David, I'm going to China.
#Person2#: Really? How do you get the chance?
#Person1#: You know. I took part in the Chinese contest. I was the best and they gave me this reward. I don't have to pay for my trip.
#Person2#: Congratulations. How lucky you are!
#Person1#: Thank you. I'm leaving tomorrow morning.
#Person2#: I'm sure you'll enjoy the trip. China is such a beautiful country.
#Person1#: I'm sure I will.
#Person2#: Have a nice journey, Lily.
#Person1#: Thank you, David. | Lily tells David she will go to China tomorrow as a reward for the Chinese contest. David wishes her a nice journey. |
train_8224 | #Person1#: OK, that's fine. Bye.
#Person2#: What happened?
#Person1#: That's it, my lease is up. I have to move.
#Person2#: What? Why? Can't you renew it?
#Person1#: The owner apparently is selling this place to make way for the construction of a parking lot
#Person2#: Well, I can help you pack. We should start looking for a new place for you ASAP.
#Person1#: I think I might move in with my parents for a couple of months until I can find something. You know how hard it is to find a decent place around here. I'm gonna have to put most of my stuff in storage for a while.
#Person2#: Well, let me know if there's anything I can do to help out.
#Person1#: Actually, would you mind looking after my pet tarantula and snake for a couple of weeks?
#Person2#: Hehe. . sure | #Person1# has to move because the owner is selling the place. #Person1# asks #Person2# to look after #Person1#'s pet tarantula and snake. |
train_8225 | #Person1#: You're a big fan of Andy Lau, aren't you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'Ve been got all his albums and most of his films on DVD. I adore him. He's my idol.
#Person1#: How come you don't have all of his films on DVD?
#Person2#: Some of his early films are hard to find nowadays, especially the ones where he only played a bit part.
#Person1#: I see. I'm sure you'll find them one day. I see you also have several poster of him.
#Person2#: Yes. These posters are new. I bought them last week and put them up on my bedroom walls yesterday.
#Person1#: Are you a member of his fan club?
#Person2#: I was, but then I discovered you can find out everything for free on the internet, so I'm not a member now.
#Person1#: Did you see the interview with Andy Lau in cosmopolitan magazine last month?
#Person2#: Of course! I bought two copies.
#Person1#: Two copies? One to keep and one to cut the pictures out of, right? | #Person2# is a big fan of Andy Lau and has got his albums and films on DVD. #Person2# also bought his posters and magazines. |
train_8226 | #Person1#: I am kind of nervous.
#Person2#: Nervous? Why?
#Person1#: I don't know. I never went to a church before. I was not raised as a Christian, so I don't know what to do.
#Person2#: Don't worry. You don't have to do anything. All you have to do is listen. You will enjoy it.
#Person1#: Maybe. I know I agreed to go with you, but now I don't feel right about it.
#Person2#: Listen, Ryan. Catholics welcome people who aren't Catholics to visit the church. You don't have to pretend to be Catholic. It's okay if you just come to listen.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: Yes. We are kind and welcoming people. It is not a secret society or something like that.
#Person1#: Alright. But will we sing?
#Person2#: Yes, but you don't even have to sing. If you want to sing along, you can.
#Person1#: I don't know the words.
#Person2#: There is a songbook. All the words are in the songbook. Many people have to read the words.
#Person1#: And will I go up to the front to have the bread and wine?
#Person2#: No. That is something only true Catholics do. So if you come to the church as a visitor, you only listen to the service. But you shouldn't go up to the altar for the bread and wine. Only after someone joins the church, then they go up for the Eucharist.
#Person1#: Eu-char-ist? What is that?
#Person2#: That is the special word for the ritual of the bread and wine. The Catholics call it the Eucharist.
#Person1#: It doesn't sound like an English word.
#Person2#: It's not. It's an ancient Greek word. It means gratitude.
#Person1#: Alright. Well, I feel more comfortable now. Now I understand I am welcome as a visitor.
#Person2#: Of course you are. I wouldn't ask you otherwise. | Ryan is nervous about going to a church because he wasn't raised as a Christian, so he doesn't know what to do. #Person2# tells him Catholics welcome people who aren't Catholics to visit their church and tells him what he should and shouldn't do. Ryan feels more comfortable now. |
train_8227 | #Person1#: hello. Where are you headed today?
#Person2#: I'm off to Barcelona for a week.
#Person1#: do you have your passport with you?
#Person2#: yes, here you go. I don't need a visa to go to Spain, do I?
#Person1#: fortunately for you, you don't. Next time, if you have any questions about visas, you should try to find out before you get to the airport.
#Person2#: that's good advice.
#Person1#: would you like a window seat or an aisle seat?
#Person2#: are there any seats available by the emergency exits?
#Person1#: let me see here. . . yes, there's one left.
#Person2#: ok. I'll take that one then.
#Person1#: alright. How many pieces of luggage are you checking in?
#Person2#: I like to travel light so I just have this one.
#Person1#: if that's your only piece of luggage, it is small enough to carry on with you. Would you like to do that so you don't have to wait in luggage reclaim once you arrive?
#Person2#: yes, please. That's a fantastic idea. Which gate do I need to go to?
#Person1#: you're here a bit early, so check the departure screens in the waiting area in about a half hour. Here's your boarding pass. Enjoy your flight! | #Person2# is off to Barcelona for a week and asks for a seat by the emergency exits. Since #Person1#'s luggage is small, #Person1# advises #Person2# to take the luggage with #Person2#. #Person1# then gives #Person2# the boarding pass. |
train_8228 | #Person1#: Do you mind helping me?
#Person2#: What can I help you with?
#Person1#: I'm not sure how to find my next class.
#Person2#: Do you know what building that it's in?
#Person1#: The C building, I think.
#Person2#: Well, that's not far away.
#Person1#: Could you point me in that direction?
#Person2#: Do you know what the room number is?
#Person1#: It's C261.
#Person2#: My next class is around there.
#Person1#: Can you show it to me?
#Person2#: Sure, let's go. | #Person1# is not sure how to find #Person1#'s next class. #Person2# will show #Person1#. |
train_8229 | #Person1#: Jessica is going back to Holland next week. I've been thinking a lot about what to give her as a parting gift, but I still have no clue.
#Person2#: Is that the girl you spent almost every weekend with?
#Person1#: Yeah, that's her. We had a lot of wonderful times together. She is really a special friend, and I want to get her something meaningful.
#Person2#: I am not good at picking gifts. Maybe you can ask if there's anything she needs to make it easier?
#Person1#: I don't think so. That way it would lose all the charm. I want it to be a surprise. I want to show her that I care about her and I hope our friendship will last.
#Person2#: Yeah, that's nice.
#Person1#: Hmm, I think I've got an idea. Maybe I can get her an ever-green plant to take back home.
#Person2#: A plant? That's creative. I'm sure ever time she waters it she'll think of you. But there is a problem. Do you think it'll be able to get through the customs?
#Person1#: I hope so. I'll make sure to get a small one so she can put it into her suitcase. I hope it won't cause her trouble at the border.
#Person2#: I don't know. I think the idea of a plant going across borders with a friend is really exciting but maybe seeds would be safer. You don't want to get her in trouble. | #Person1# wants to give Jessica a surprising parting gift and comes up with an idea of an evergreen plant. #Person2# thinks it's nice but it might not able to get through the customs, so #Person2# suggests seeds. |
train_8230 | #Person1#: I want to say goodbye to everyone.
#Person2#: You're leaving so soon. When are you off?
#Person1#: I'm catching the nine fifteen train tomorrow morning.
#Person2#: how about I come and see you off?
#Person1#: You really don't need to.
#Person2#: Ok. I'll miss you. I hope we can see each other again soon.
#Person1#: I hope so, too. Thank you, Lily. Thank you for everything.
#Person2#: You're welcome.
#Person1#: Please say goodbye to the rest of the family for me.
#Person2#: Ok. Take care. I hope you have a good journey.
#Person1#: Thank you. Remember to look me up if you're ever in Washington.
#Person2#: Of course. I will.
#Person1#: Goodbye, then. Thanks again for everything. | #Person1# is leaving and thanks Lily for everything. They hope to see each other again soon. |
train_8231 | #Person1#: . . . Now, that's all I want to say about world coal reserves. So let's move on to the next topic, renewable resources. There are three things we have to consider when talking about renewable resources. First, sustainability ; second, marketability ; lastly, the reality factor. Let's talk about each point in more detail. . . John, would you like to take it from here?
#Person2#: Certainly. As my colleague just mentioned, sustainability is a major concern when examining the potential output of a resource. Of course, as you can see from the content of our presentation today, with renewable resource, there is a much larger sustainability than with non-renewable resource. | #Person1# and #Person2# are introducing the topic of renewable resources to the audience. |
train_8232 | #Person1#: You look bright-eyed and bushy-tailed.
#Person2#: Of course, just five minutes ago I got the phone call from Future Clothes Company and I was told to start my trial period in that company next Monday.
#Person1#: Congratulations! Let's get together sometime.
#Person2#: Great idea.
#Person1#: Well, I am worried to death right now! There is still no news from the company for me.
#Person2#: Let it be! Time will tell.
#Person1#: Maybe they will send me e-mail to inform the result. Let me check my mail-box again. | #Person2# is happy because #Person1# is to start the trial period in Future Clothes Company next Monday while #Person1#'s worried that there's no news from the company for #Person1#. |
train_8233 | #Person1#: What do you plan on making as a side dish for dinner?
#Person2#: I was planning on making some kind of vegetable.
#Person1#: Do you know what kind?
#Person2#: What kind of vegetable do you want?
#Person1#: I wouldn't mind eating some corn.
#Person2#: How do you want it?
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: I can boil it, grill it, or microwave it.
#Person1#: You should throw some corn on the grill.
#Person2#: Is that really what you want?
#Person1#: That sounds good.
#Person2#: I guess I can do that. | #Person2# was planning on making some kind of vegetable as a side dish for dinner. #Person1# suggests some corn on the grill. |
train_8234 | #Person1#: Will you tell me the situation?
#Person2#: I was in my friend's room, talking for an hour or so.
#Person1#: And then?
#Person2#: I came back to my room and found my suitcase was open and my camera and five hundred dollars in cash inside the wallet were gone.
#Person1#: I'm afraid you must give up the cash. Are you insured?
#Person2#: Yes, this is my overseas travel accident insurance card.
#Person1#: I'll make a report for you and please claim this to the insurance company with this report. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how #Person2#'s camera and money were gone. #Person1# will make a report for #Person2# to claim to the insurance company. |
train_8235 | #Person1#: OK, folks, let's get to work. We need to come up with some ideas for the new essentials perfume campaign. This is a really big contract and we are under a lot of pressure here to impress the client.
#Person2#: Well, Let's get down to business ( shall we? ) Now is probably a good time to start our discussion, the main purpose of this meeting is to talk about the benefits and disadvantages of our new project.
#Person1#: The reason I have called this meeting is to review a proposal we have received from our international division in Hong Kong. The agenda for this meeting is as follows, first, a presentation of the new proposal by Mr. Black. Second, an analysis by Ms. Nielson. Finally, a discussion about whether or not to implement this proposal. | #Person1# tells the people they need to come up with some ideas for the new essentials perfume campaign and #Person2# tells the people they will discuss the benefits and disadvantages of their new project. Then, #Person1# tells the people the purpose of this meeting and introduces the agenda. |
train_8236 | #Person1#: Why do you want to eat western food so much today? Anything special to celebrate? Did you get a promotion?
#Person2#: Honey, you really forgot about it? Think it over. It's a candlelight dinner.
#Person1#: It's not your birthday, also not mine. Hey, come on. Just tell me.
#Person2#: It's our wedding anniversary, honey. How can you forget about it?
#Person1#: My dear, tomorrow is our wedding anniversary. We've been together for 20 years. But you never change. Always so careless! Do you remember the thing that happened on our wedding day?
#Person2#: Of course. I almost missed my own wedding.
#Person1#: Yeah. Do you know that this restaurant used to be the teahouse where we first met?
#Person2#: Oh, really! It looks so different. Our old place turns into a brand new place.
#Person1#: Do you remember our first date? I got a really special gift.
#Person2#: I can never forget that. I bought you five candies, but I was so anxious that I forgot to give them to you. You didn't get them until we parted. Then they had already melted down for I held them the whole time.
#Person1#: Yeah, it's really unforgettable. Thank you for making me happy all these years.
#Person2#: You are the one I should thank. You've done really great job. | #Person2# wants to eat western food today because #Person2# thinks it's their wedding anniversary, but #Person1# tells #Person2# it's actually tomorrow. Then, they recall their wedding, the first time they met, and their first date. |
train_8237 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. Is this the Roley Hotel?
#Person2#: Yes, madam. May I help you?
#Person1#: Yes. I'm calling from Westwood and Westwood Attorneys. I need to make a reservation for Mr. Alex Brent.
#Person2#: Fine, madam. When will Mr. Brent be arriving, and how many nights will he be staying? | #Person1# calls the Roley Hotel to make a reservation for Mr. Alex Brent. |
train_8238 | #Person1#: Excuse me, Professor. I am going to miss next week's class.
#Person2#: Is this something that you could schedule for another time?
#Person1#: No, I have to do this ; it's important!
#Person2#: Have you arranged for someone to take notes for you?
#Person1#: I've made arrangements with a friend to help me.
#Person2#: You know that I only allow one absence per semester, don't you?
#Person1#: Yes, I know.
#Person2#: Write down your name and the date on a piece of paper and give it to me.
#Person1#: OK, I can do that.
#Person2#: Well, have a good day off from class. | #Person1# asks the professor for a day off from class next week due to something important. |
train_8239 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Would you like a drink before your meal?
#Person2#: Pardon me?
#Person1#: Would you like a drink?
#Person2#: Oh, I see. I'll have beer, please.
#Person1#: OK. Here you are.
#Person2#: Thank you. How much is it?
#Person1#: Well, all the drinks including beer are free of charge.
#Person2#: Are you sure? Then, I will have more beer, please.
#Person1#: Don't worry. We will come back again a little later. | #Person2# chooses to have beer before the meal and wants more after #Person1# tells #Person2# it's free. |
train_8240 | #Person1#: My wife is in labor!
#Person2#: Here, Ma'am please get on the stretcher.
#Person1#: Is Doctor Hawkins here? She's our doctor. We called her from the car.
#Person2#: Calm down, sir. We'll call her to make sure she's on the way.
#Person1#: Thanks. Sorry. It just came as such a surprise. The baby isn't due for another two weeks.
#Person2#: How long has she been in labor?
#Person1#: About fifteen minutes.
#Person2#: O. K. Are you planning on being in the delivery room, sir?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Please follow the nurse. She'll get you ready. | #Person1# sends his wife who's in labor to the hospital in an emergency. #Person2# asks for more details and arranges the delivery for him. |
train_8241 | #Person1#: Susan, do you think we could study together sometime this weekend?
#Person2#: I don't see why not. Are you doing anything on tomorrow night?
#Person1#: I can't on tomorrow. I'm going out with some friends.
#Person2#: Well, how about the following night?
#Person1#: No, I can't on Saturday either. My sister and her husband are coming to town and I want to show them around.
#Person2#: Sunday, then?
#Person1#: Well, I'll probably sleep all morning and in the afternoon I want to go to the football game.
#Person2#: Michael, that leaves Monday, the night before the test.
#Person1#: Actually, I've got plans for Monday night too. How about early Tuesday morning?
#Person2#: Michael, the test is on Tuesday morning. | Michael invites Susan to study together. Susan agrees but Michael isn't available for all the time they mention. |
train_8242 | #Person1#: Dave. I'm going to the supermarket to pick up food and drink for Saturday's picnic later. Any suggestions?
#Person2#: Well, everyone has been talking about having a barbecue down by the river, so why don't you pick up some hamburger and hot dogs?
#Person1#: Okay, but how much hamburger meat are we going to need? And hot dogs too?
#Person2#: Uh, I don't know. How about three pounds of hamburger and a couple packages of hot dogs?
#Person1#: Oh, that's not going to be enough. Do you remember the last picnic we went on? Your roommate, Jim, ate about ten hamburgers by himself!
#Person2#: You're right. Let's see. I'd better write this down. Uh, let's see about nine pounds of hamburger meat and, uh ..., seven packages of hot dogs.
#Person1#: And you better pick up some chicken for those who don't like hamburger or hot dogs.
#Person2#: Okay. How about five or six bags of potato chips?
#Person1#: Humm. Better make that eight or so.
#Person2#: Alright. Oh, and we're gonna [going to] need some hamburger and hot dog buns. How about five packages a piece? I think that sounds about right.
#Person1#: Yeah, you better pick up some mustard, catchup, and mayonnaise too.
#Person2#: Okay. What else? Uh, we're gonna [going to] need some soft drinks. How about ten of those big 2-liter bottles?
#Person1#: Sounds fine, but be sure to buy a variety of drinks.
#Person2#: Okay. And what about dessert?
#Person1#: Well, maybe we could ask Kathy to make a few cherry pies like she did last time.
#Person2#: Well, I wouldn't mind that, but you know, she's been very busy working two jobs, so I'd hate to ask her, [Oh, hum ... ] and uh ... Hey, why don't you whip up some of your oatmeal cookies? [Well ...] Hey, you could even ask, uh ..., what's her name ... yeah that new girl, Susan, the one that moved in across the street! [Well ...] I bet she'd be willing to help you! [I don't know ... ] She's a real knockout!
#Person1#: Nah, I don't think I could ask her ...[Ahh!] I don't know her phone number, plus ... [ Door bell rings ... ]
#Person2#: Hey, you don't need to. She's at the door!
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Well, I thought you two would hit it off, so I called her up saying I was you, and I invited her over to watch a movie.
#Person1#: You did what???
#Person2#: Wait, wait, wait ... [uhhhhh ... ] | #Person1# and Dave are discussing what food and drink to pick up for Saturday's picnic. They decide to buy hamburger meat, hot dogs, some chicken, potato chips, buns, sauce, and a variety of drinks. Dave invited Susan who just moved in across the street to home to watch a movie because he thinks she and #Person1# would hit it off. |
train_8243 | #Person1#: Good morning,how can I help you?
#Person2#: Umm...I understand you help fix up students with host families.
#Person1#: That's right. Will you please sit down and I'll just take a few details? How long would you want to stay with the host family?
#Person2#: I was planning on staying a year but at the moment I'm definitely here for four months only. I have to get an extension to my permit.
#Person1#: Fine...and would you say your level of English is 'elementary'?
#Person2#: No. I'd like to say 'advanced', but my written work is not so good as my spoken English,so I suppose it's 'medium'.
#Person1#: When do you want it for?
#Person2#: I'd like to move in approximately two weeks.
#Person1#: Let me see. It's the 10th today...So if we go for Monday,it's the 23rd of March. Right... And if I could ask another question about... | #Person2# asks #Person1# to help fix up #Person2# with host families. #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s level of English and when #Person2# wants to move in. |
train_8244 | #Person1#: Hello, Bill. You are reading the novel again.
#Person2#: Yes, I will never be tired of it. I have read three times. I can always learn something new from it every time I read it.
#Person1#: Really? Who's the writer?
#Person2#: Charles Dickens. I think he's a great English writer. What about you?
#Person1#: So do I. He is also my favorite foreign writer. What do you think about it?
#Person2#: It's exciting.
#Person1#: Where did you buy it?
#Person2#: In the Rese Bookshop.
#Person1#: I don't know where it is. Is it far from here?
#Person2#: No. Only 10 minutes' walk from here. Next to the People's Cinema.
#Person1#: Oh. I see. I am going there to get one, too. Thank you.
#Person2#: You are welcome. | Bill's reading the novel by Charles Dickens again. #Person1# also likes him and will go to the bookshop to get the same novel, too. |
train_8245 | #Person1#: Isn't this lovely weather? Will you help me water the flowers, Jack?
#Person2#: Well, do you think I have to?
#Person1#: I do. We haven't watered them for quite a few days.
#Person2#: Please look at the sky. Don't you see the dark clouds? It's going to rain soon.
#Person1#: Good. So we don't have to work. How nice!
#Person2#: But I don't think it's so nice.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: The weather report says it's going to rain for a whole week.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm afraid all the flowers will die in the rain. | #Person1# requests Jack to help water the flowers but Jack tells #Person1# it's going to rain for a whole week. |
train_8246 | #Person1#: This looks like a nice restaurant.
#Person2#: Yeah, it is. I come here all the time.
#Person1#: Let's sit over there.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: Can you pass me a menu please.
#Person2#: Sure. What are you going to have to drink?
#Person1#: I'm going to have a glass of beer. How about you?
#Person2#: I think I'll have a glass of wine.
#Person1#: Do you want to order an appetizer first?
#Person2#: Not really, maybe we can just order some bread.
#Person1#: OK. What are you going to have to eat?
#Person2#: I'm not sure. I haven't decided yet. Can you recommend something?
#Person1#: Sure, I've had the steak and the lobster before. They're both very good.
#Person2#: I think I'll have the lobster. What are you going to have?
#Person1#: I'm not that hungry. I think I'm just going to have a salad.
#Person2#: I'm gonna go to the bathroom. When the waitress comes back, will you order for me?
#Person1#: Sure. No problem. | #Person1# and #Person2# come to a nice restaurant. They discuss what to drink and eat. Then, #Person2# requests #Person1# to order for #Person2# when #Person2# goes to the bathroom. |
train_8247 | #Person1#: Thank you for bringing me here Hong, this place looks great!
#Person2#: You're welcome. Would you like some cold dishes?
#Person1#: Let me see. How about the lotus root?
#Person2#: Ok, and anything to drink? Maybe some jasmine tea?
#Person1#: Oh, yes that would be nice.
#Person2#: And for your main course? I can recommend the sizzling beef.
#Person1#: Actually, I'm vegetarian so I'd like to have the bean curd. Oh, that's a good choice. Very healthy too. | Hong brings #Person2# to a restaurant. #Person2# orders lotus root, jasmine tea, and bean curd. |
train_8248 | #Person1#: This sucks. I hate buying lingerie. Okay, just find something and get out of here. Alright, these are fine. Oh, no, don't come over here, don't come over here.
#Person2#: You look a little lost, can I help you?
#Person1#: Um, I'm just having a look around. It's my girlfriend's birthday tomorrow. I'm trying to find her something.
#Person2#: Well, you can't give her granny panties. Have you thought about getting her somesleepwear? We've got these lovely, silky nighties. Or, how about a nice panty-and and-bra set. Look, here's a nice satin push-up bra, and you can choose a few different styles of undies to go with it.
#Person1#: Sure that's fine. This is so awkward. . . what ones do I pick? What size is she?
#Person2#: Well, do you want a thong, some bikini briefs, maybe this nice pair of lacy boy shorts?
#Person1#: Just pick something and get the hell out of here. Um, I'll go with these two. This is mortifying. I just want to get this over with. She better thank me for this. . .
#Person2#: Here you are, sir. I'm sure she'll enjoy them.
#Person1#: Finally!
#Person2#: I'm sorry, sir. I'm going to have to take a look inside your bag. | #Person1# is trying to buy lingerie for his girlfriend's birthday feeling embarrassed. #Person2# helps #Person1# to pick up something and assures him his girlfriend will enjoy them. However, #Person2# demands to have a look inside #Person1#'s bag at last. |
train_8249 | #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 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# takes several pictures for #Person2# in the garden. They take a picture together by setting the timer but it isn't ideal, so they'll go to the falls and try again. |
train_8250 | #Person1#: Man, they take a lot of our paycheck.
#Person2#: Yeah, the government really takes a bit, doesn't it?
#Person1#: Seriously. The only tax I don't mind them taking is social security. It's only a few dollars every paycheck.
#Person2#: Yeah, I don't mind it either. We'll both end up rich slobs and not need it, but what if we do, you know?
#Person1#: Yeah. It won't be much, but at least we'll have a monthly check when we get old.
#Person2#: Yeah, my grandmother gets by on social security and the money my grandfather invested when he was alive.
#Person1#: Let's just hope the politicians don't figure out a way to spend it.
#Person2#: Really? No, they couldn't. None of them would have jobs if they did. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about social security. They both think it's important because it guarantees them security when they get old. |
train_8251 | #Person1#: The blake's got divorced.
#Person2#: Really? Why?
#Person1#: Mr. black has been getting a little around aside.
#Person2#: I'm surprised. He does't look like a guy who'd ever cheat on his wife, does he?
#Person1#: No, he doesn't. But his wife found out he has been too charming for a long time. Incredibly, he has many different girlfriends. Starting almost right after they married 20 years ago.
#Person2#: Well, I'm really surprised. You are not doing anything behind my back, are you?
#Person1#: No, the only thing I've ever done behind your back is zip you up, besides I told all my other girlfriends, and my wife who's getting suspicious. and we had a cold for a while, tell the
#Person2#: Haha. . . You are not very funny. I guess that means --except me to tell my lover we have stoped seeing each other too.
#Person1#: You are not funny either. I can't believe I married a woman like you. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the Blake's got divorced because Mr. Blake cheated. #Person2# is surprised and they tease each other. |
train_8252 | #Person1#: So do you believe in palmistry?
#Person2#: Palmistry? What is that?
#Person1#: It's when someone takes a look at another person's palm to tell the future.
#Person2#: Oh, you mean palm reading. I've seen that before, but I don't believe in it.
#Person1#: Are you sure? I've read a lot about palmistry and I've been able to tell a lot of accurate things about a person from his palm. Do you want me to take a look at your hand?
#Person2#: Really? You've read books about it? Ok, then. But only if you want to.
#Person1#: Ok, let's see, well, you've got a long life line, which is good, and the love line is strong ... ...
#Person2#: What else do you see? Will I be successful? Will I make a lot of money?
#Person1#: Hmm, hard to say, wait, yes, it looks like you will do well in business, and your ambition will help you a lot, but ... ...
#Person2#: What? What is it? What's the matter?
#Person1#: You seem to have a large gullibility line. You believe everything that you're told. | #Person2# doesn't believe in palmistry. #Person1# claims #Person1# knows a lot about it and offers to see #Person2#'s palm. Indeed, #Person1#'s joking but #Person2# believes everything #Person1# says about #Person2#'s palmistry. |
train_8253 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir. Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: I would like to buy two bottles of brandy.
#Person1#: How about this one? It's the special local product.
#Person2#: Can I buy these tax free?
#Person1#: Yes. This is a duty-free shop. | #Person2# recommends a special local product of brandy to #Person1#. |
train_8254 | #Person1#: Do you offer a course in business management?
#Person2#: Yes, we do.
#Person1#: How many nights a week is it?
#Person2#: It's 3 nights a week, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.
#Person1#: And how long does the course last?
#Person2#: It lasts for 9 months.
#Person1#: When does it start?
#Person2#: The next beginning class starts on October 25th.
#Person1#: What time is the class?
#Person2#: From 7 to 9 o'clock.
#Person1#: How much does it cost?
#Person2#: It costs 125 dollars a month.
#Person1#: Yes, that's all right. I want to enroll in the course.
#Person2#: Thank you, please fill out this form for us.
#Person1#: Do you want me to fill it out now?
#Person2#: Yes, please. we need a record of you enducation and your work experiences. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the detailed information about a course in business management and asks #Person1# to fill out the form to get enrolled. |
train_8255 | #Person1#: Hello, 85203882.
#Person2#: Hi, this is Maria. Is that Shirley?
#Person1#: Hi, Maria, this is Shirley.
#Person2#: Shirley, do you know today's homework from our economic law class? I have written it on a piece of paper but I can't find it now.
#Person1#: Hold on for a moment please. I'm fetching my textbook.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: Oh, the homework is to explain what economic law is both in broad sense and in narrow sense.
#Person2#: Explain the economic law? An essay question again?
#Person1#: Yes. You can use your textbook for your reference.
#Person2#: Are there any clear answers in the book to this question?
#Person1#: I don't think so, Maria, but I think you can look for information on the Internet.
#Person2#: OK, thank you, Shirley. You are very helpful. I have another question. When does the Economic Law of China come into effect?
#Person1#: Oh, there isn't such a code called economic law. The Economic Law of China is a general concept for several laws.
#Person2#: There isn't such a code?
#Person1#: Yes, it's a general name for several laws related to economics, like Commercial Law, and Law of Central Bank.
#Person2#: Got it. Thank you, Shirley. | Shirley tells Maria about today's homework from their economic law class and tells her there isn't a code called economic law in China. |
train_8256 | #Person1#: Guess what! I know something you don't know!
#Person2#: What's that?
#Person1#: How many planets are there in the solar system?
#Person2#: That's easy. Everyone knows that there are nine.
#Person1#: Not anymore! Can you believe it? They've decided that Pluto is not a planet anymore!
#Person2#: Nice try. I wasn't born yesterday, you know.
#Person1#: I'm dead serious. They've decided that it's too small to be a planet, but actually they haven't yet agreed on how big something has to be in order to be a planet anymore.
#Person2#: That sounds crazy. But they can't just change their mind about things like that.
#Person1#: Yes, they can. If you remember correctly, people used to believe that the world was flat.
#Person2#: I suppose you're right. They also used to think that they were so important that the sun revolved around them, not the other way around.
#Person1#: We actually know relatively little about space and the cosmos.
#Person2#: Do you think that we'll one day be able to travel to another planet for a vacation?
#Person1#: I suppose we could actually live on a planet outside of the milky way.
#Person2#: Do you think we'll ever get to meet an alien from outer space?
#Person1#: I hope not. I think they would be a threat to those of us that lived on the Earth.
#Person2#: You're so old-fashioned. That's what people used to think about people from another country!
#Person1#: Point taken. Hopefully one day, we'll live in an interplanetary society. | #Person1# shares the news with #Person2# that Pluto was not a planet anymore. Then they start to talk about space and the cosmos and hope to live in an interplanetary society one day. |
train_8257 | #Person1#: Hello, George. I wanted to speak to you yesterday, but you weren't at your usual place for lunch.
#Person2#: No, I had a free day from the newspaper office, because I worked so much overtime last week.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. You had a holiday.
#Person2#: Well, I stayed at home and looked after the baby.
#Person1#: What? You took care of the baby? Whose baby?
#Person2#: Oh, it was my sister's baby. She wanted to go shopping in the morning, so I stayed at home and did a lot of useful things.
#Person1#: Oh?
#Person2#: Yes, I mended my radio, washed a shirt and some socks and cleaned out the drawers of my desk.
#Person1#: I don't call that a holiday. I wanted to ask you to a concert last night. The one at the town hall near where we lived.
#Person2#: That's funny. My officer called me in the afternoon and asked me to go and write an article about the concert. I notice that you weren't there, but your friend Mary was.
#Person1#: Well, she indeed. That's very strange. | George had a day off yesterday and tells #Person1# what he did during the holiday. #Person1# wanted to invite him to a concert last night. George was there for work but he didn't see #Person1#. |
train_8258 | #Person1#: Do you like this house?
#Person2#: Yes, it's beautiful.
#Person1#: It's perfect for us and the kids.
#Person2#: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a big backyard.
#Person1#: And we can afford it!
#Person2#: So are we going to buy it?
#Person1#: I'm afraid not.
#Person2#: It's too far from your job, isn't it?
#Person1#: Yes, I can't spend 4 hours on the road every day.
#Person2#: By the time you get home you'll be too tired to even eat.
#Person1#: I won't be able to play with the kids!
#Person2#: No. We have to find someplace closer to your job. | #Person1# and #Person2# like this house but they decide to find someplace closer to #Person1#'s job. |
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