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train_8659 | #Person1#: Your garden is looking very beautiful this summer. The flowers are really colorful.
#Person2#: Thank you. I have roses, tulips, and daffodils. Do you like the rockery with the smaller flowers?
#Person1#: Yes, I do. Those are violets, aren't they?
#Person2#: Yes, they are. This afternoon, I'm going to prune the hedge.
#Person1#: The lower branches on that tree are hanging very low. Would you like me to cut them off for you?
#Person2#: Thank you! That would be very kind of you. I have a saw in the garden shed.
#Person1#: When the lower branches are removed, you'll be able to sit under the tree.
#Person2#: Tomorrow, I'll cut the grass. Then the garden will look perfect.
#Person1#: Just make sure children don't play in the flower beds and destroy the flowers. | #Person1# thinks #Person2#'s garden is very beautiful. #Person2# will prune the hedge and cut the grass. #Person1# will help #Person2# cut off the lower tree branches. |
train_8660 | #Person1#: These days my son has turned his computer into an electronic playground. He plays football, rides horses, drives racing cars, and does a whole bunch of other things on the computer. The funny thing about it is that, no matter what he plays, he always wins first place. I wonder if he'll be able to cope with a defeat in real life.
#Person2#: Don't worry. He'll cross that bridge when he comes to it. My son reads a lot on his computer and uses e-mail to send messages to his friends almost every day. He's really absorbed by the discussions.
#Person1#: That's exactly like my wife. She spends at least two hours a day on the computers discussing things ranging from stock prices to soft-ware standards.
#Person2#: I guess using a computer has a great deal to do with human interaction. Getting in touch with each other must be more fun to your wife and my son than the coolest computer games or the hottest information. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1#'s son plays sports games on the computer. #Person2#'s son and #Person1#'s wife both use computers to keep in touch with others. |
train_8661 | #Person1#: Do you know where you want to transfer to?
#Person2#: I don't have the slightest clue.
#Person1#: What school would you like to go to?
#Person2#: I'm not sure.
#Person1#: You honestly have no idea?
#Person2#: PCC is perfectly fine for me.
#Person1#: You might as well stay here.
#Person2#: That's not a bad idea.
#Person1#: PCC is a wonderful institution.
#Person2#: You have a point.
#Person1#: So, what are you going to do?
#Person2#: I'm just going to keep going to PCC. | #Person1# asks #Person2# which school #Person2# wants to transfer to. #Person2# thinks PCC is perfect. |
train_8662 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I am interested in applying for graduate school in America.
#Person1#: We have some catalogues from U. S. universities. You may check in the reference stacks over there.
#Person2#: Can you recommend some universities with good graduate schools?
#Person1#: Well, generally in the U. S. each university has its own outstanding fields. But the graduate school accepts no applications after January 29th.
#Person2#: Oh, no. It's already February 5th.
#Person1#: So you have to apply to begin the first semester next year.
#Person2#: I will think about it. | #Person2# wants to apply for graduate school in America. #Person1# tells that #Person2# has to apply to begin the first semester next year. |
train_8663 | #Person1#: Happy Birthday, Mary!
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Here is a gift for you. I hope you like it.
#Person2#: What a lovely dog! How did you know I love things like this?
#Person1#: I had my own ways of finding out. It's a secret. You look so beautiful today. Your new shirt goes well with your skirt.
#Person2#: Maybe you won't believe this, but it was made by my grandmother.
#Person1#: Really? It looks so nice.
#Person2#: Thank you, Please have a cup of tea.
#Person1#: All right.
#Person2#: How about some fish?
#Person1#: No, thanks. I've had enough. Now, Mary, before you blow out the birthday candles, you have to make a wish. After that, you may cut the cake.
#Person2#: OK. Let me make a wish. . . Do you want a big piece of cake?
#Person1#: No, just a small one. Next Let's sing ' Happy Birthday ' to Mary.
#Person2#: It is so very kind of you. I'm so moved by you. | Today is Mary's birthday. #Person1# comes to her party, gives her a dog as a present, praises her skirt made by her grandma, and sings birthday songs to her. |
train_8664 | #Person1#: Please do excuse me for a moment. I've got diarrhea.
#Person2#: It's easy to get loose bowels in summer.
#Person1#: It may have something to do with the food I had last night
#Person2#: You'Ve got to be careful on the food you eat.
#Person1#: I will. Thank you. | #Person1# has got diarrhea. #Person2# reminds #Person1# to be careful about the food. |
train_8665 | #Person1#: Good morning! My name is John White, import manager of the Garden Trading Company of New York.
#Person2#: Oh, how do you to Mr. White? My name is Li Ming, here is my card.
#Person1#: Nice to meet you Mr. Li. We have learned about that you specialize in the export business of electronic products. As you enjoy the highest reputation in the commercial circle, we'd be please to enter into business relations with your firm.
#Person2#: We share the same desire. Have you seen the display of our products in the exhibition hall downstairs?
#Person1#: Yes, I had a look just now, I feel we can do a lot of business in this line.
#Person2#: Sure, we can. You know, we are been in the line for more than twenty years, and I think our price are competitive comparing with those in the world market.
#Person1#: Our company enjoys a history of more than twenty years, we have wide connection with wholesalers and retailers all over the America, and we have good reputation in the commercial circle.
#Person2#: Thank you for your information, we can hold more talks later on business details.
#Person1#: Sure. | John White and Li Ming would like to establish business relations with each other. They introduce their companies to each other and will discuss details later. |
train_8666 | #Person1#: Are you planning on voting?
#Person2#: Yes. What about you?
#Person1#: Yes, but this will be my first time voting.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: Yes, and I have no idea how to do it.
#Person2#: Voting is simple.
#Person1#: I don't know any of the laws they're trying to pass.
#Person2#: That's okay. They describe everything on the ballot.
#Person1#: I didn't know that.
#Person2#: Don't worry. You'll be fine.
#Person1#: That's good to know.
#Person2#: Congratulations on your first voting day. | #Person1# is going to vote for the first time and asks #Person2# how to do it. #Person2# says voting is simple and encourages #Person1#. |
train_8667 | #Person1#: I have a terrible toothache.
#Person2#: Which tooth is it?
#Person1#: ( Pointing ) This one here.
#Person2#: Ah, yes. There's big cavity.
#Person1#: Can you fill it?
#Person2#: I'm afraid not. The tooth is too far gone. It'll have to be taken out.
#Person1#: Then I might as well have it out now.
#Person2#: You'd better wait. The gums are swollen. Take the medicine I prescribe and come back in three days. | One of #Person1#'s teeth needs to be taken out. #Person2# gives #Person1# medicine and asks #Person1# to come back in 3 days. |
train_8668 | #Person1#: Look at this fair. This is my first chance to be involved in the fair. It is so gorgeous and amazing!
#Person2#: I felt dizzy when I stare at those shining lights. What should we do firstly?
#Person1#: Now we should design our booth. Do you know the number for our booth, B?
#Person2#: Let me see the notice. It is here. Our booth number is E108. Good number.
#Person1#: Lucky number. Find its location now.
#Person2#: We can also consult some from these volunteers.
#Person1#: Here it is. Well, remember to have our cards on to tell every visitor where we come from.
#Person2#: Should we put our samples on this table?
#Person1#: Yes, they should be put in the most attractive place, and this can appeal to passers-by's attention. | #Person1# and #Person2# are in a fair. They discuss how to decorate their booth and #Person1# suggests putting their samples in the most attractive place. |
train_8669 | #Person1#: Excuse me. What's the actual flying time from here to San Francisco?
#Person2#: It's about twelve hours.
#Person1#: Can you tell me what time we're arriving?
#Person2#: Sure. Let me see. . . at 6:15 a. m. local time tomorrow.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: And that'll be 10:15 p. m. Taipei time. | #Person1# asks about the flying time and the arrival time of the flight. |
train_8670 | #Person1#: I would like to get my driver's license today.
#Person2#: You will have to take your driving test. Have you taken it yet?
#Person1#: I haven't taken it yet.
#Person2#: Could you fill these papers out, please?
#Person1#: Can I take my test right now?
#Person2#: You need an appointment.
#Person1#: I would like to do that right now, if I could.
#Person2#: Is Friday good for you?
#Person1#: That's perfect.
#Person2#: Okay, so Friday at what time?
#Person1#: The morning would be nice.
#Person2#: All right. Come in on Friday at 11 | #Person1# wants to get a driver's license but hasn't taken the driving test. #Person2# makes a test appointment for #Person1#. |
train_8671 | #Person1#: I am a little nervous about my presentation on Friday.
#Person2#: If you would like me to, I could help you with that.
#Person1#: Wouldn't that take you away from your project?
#Person2#: I have plenty of time to do this. I promise you it won't be a problem for me.
#Person1#: Is there a good time for you to help me?
#Person2#: If we work on this tomorrow night, you could easily be ready by Friday.
#Person1#: How about meeting in my office?
#Person2#: That would work out well. Bring any concerns that you might have.
#Person1#: Sounds like you'll be able to help me a lot.
#Person2#: Don't worry. Everything will go well. I promise! | #Person1# is nervous about #Person1#'s presentation on Friday. #Person2# will help #Person1# to prepare. They will meet at #Person2#'s office tomorrow night. |
train_8672 | #Person1#: Guess who I saw yesterday?
#Person2#: I don't know. Who?
#Person1#: Avril Lavigen!
#Person2#: the Canadian rock singer? But I heard you had a part-time job yesterday. How did you see her?
#Person1#: yeah, I worked as temporary staff in her concert. Look, her poster, a CD. . .
#Person2#: so you're a big fan, eh?
#Person1#: not really. But I like some of her songs. She's actually very talented. She's a song writer and fashion and fashion designer, too.
#Person2#: and she was in a movie once again, right?
#Person1#: yes, though I don't think her acting skills are that great.
#Person2#: what was your impression of her when you saw her in person?
#Person1#: she looked sweeter than her pictures.
#Person2#: did you take a photo with her?
#Person1#: no, there were too many people. When she got out of the car, her fans were all screaming, trying to give her flowers and ger her autographs.
#Person2#: crazy! | #Person1# worked as a temporary staff in Avril Lavigne's concert and saw Avril Lavigne yesterday. #Person1# talks about #Person1#'s impressions on her. |
train_8673 | #Person1#: The air quality in this city is horrendous. The pollution levels are so high that we are not supposed to go outside with a face mask again!
#Person2#: Exhaust fumes from vehicles cause a great deal of damage to the environment.
#Person1#: On top of that, there are a few large chemical factories in the suburbs, which are contributing to the high pollution levels in the water and the air in this city.
#Person2#: As much as I love this city, I think I'm going to find a greener city to live in. Living in a polluted city like this just can't be good for my health.
#Person1#: I know what you mean. However, there are so few places left that have not been affected by global warming. If it's not the pollution, then it's the natural disasters, deforestation, or the greenhouse effect.
#Person2#: What is the greenhouse effect exactly?
#Person1#: It's the gradual rise in the earth's temperature.
#Person2#: I see, so it's similar to global warming?
#Person1#: They're related to one another, yes.
#Person2#: I heard that some people in England are pleased with the fact that the climate is becoming warmer because it's making their towns a more pleasant place to live.
#Person1#: People joke about the benefits of the increase in temperature, but it's not all good news. They've been experiencing a lot of deadly storms there as well.
#Person2#: People always seem to make jokes as a way to deal with unfortunate situations.
#Person1#: I think if everyone pitches in, the world will be a better place. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about pollution. They think exhaust fumes contribute to water pollution and air pollution. Then they talk about the greenhouse effect and global warming. #Person2# thinks some people are pleased with global warming, while #Person1# thinks it's because people seem to make jokes to deal with unfortunate situations. |
train_8674 | #Person1#: I'd like to apply for a secretarial position.
#Person2#: Very well, do you know any shorthand?
#Person1#: No, but I can write very fast.
#Person2#: Can you use the computer or other office machines?
#Person1#: No, but I'd like to learn how to use them.
#Person2#: Yes, I see, this is a permanent position.
#Person1#: Can you work every day from 9 to 5?
#Person2#: Oh, no, I'm student at a university, and I have to study most of the time. I can only work part time.
#Person1#: I couldn't possibly hire you. You can't take shorthand, you can't use a computer, and you can only work part time. | #Person1# is applying for a secretarial position, but #Person1# cannot take shorthand, cannot use a computer, and can only work part time. #Person2# cannot hire #Person1#. |
train_8675 | #Person1#: I heard you had rented an apartment of three bedrooms. Are you going to share it with anyone?
#Person2#: Yes. My friends David and Henry will share the apartment with me. The rent is 900 dollars a month. I cannot afford it if I live there alone.
#Person1#: When will you move in?
#Person2#: This Thursday.
#Person1#: It's the day after tomorrow. It's so close. Have you finished packing?
#Person2#: Not yet. I'll do that tomorrow. I don't have much stuff. So it won't take long. | #Person2# rented an apartment and will share it with #Person2#'s friends. #Person2# will move in this Thursday but hasn't finished packing. |
train_8676 | #Person1#: Did you hear about Harry?
#Person2#: No; what happened?
#Person1#: He's really sad, He didn't get accepted to any of the colleges he really wanted to go to.
#Person2#: Why not? His test results were quite good.
#Person1#: Now I think the colleges were full for the autumn term. | #Person1# tells #Person2# Harry didn't get accepted to any dream colleges. |
train_8677 | #Person1#: Hi, I'm Sally. I live in the Apartment 324, right next door. I was wondering if you could do a favor for me. I'm expecting a package to be delivered, but now I have to go to the property manager. Could you sign the package and hold it for me?
#Person2#: Of course. I would be happy to help you out. By the way, I'm John. I moved in here two days ago. It's nice to meet you.
#Person1#: I've been living here for six months.
#Person2#: Would you like to come in for a cup of coffee?
#Person1#: No, thanks. I need to talk to the property manager about some problems with my apartment.
#Person2#: What trouble are you having?
#Person1#: My electric stove gets too hot. I baked a cake yesterday. After only five minutes, the cake was as hard as a brick. I had the temperature set right.
#Person2#: Something must be going wrong with it. You'd better talk to the property manager, and get it repaired as soon as possible.
#Person1#: OK. I have to go now. I really appreciate your help. I'm glad that you moved in next door to me. I'll bake a cake as a housewarming gift as soon as my stove is working.
#Person2#: Sounds great. Well, I'll see you later.
#Person1#: Bye for now. | Sally is greeting her new neighbor John and asks him to sign a package and hold it for her. Sally has to go to the property manager because her electric stove goes wrong. Sally will bake a cake as a housewarming gift for Jim. |
train_8678 | #Person1#: Thank you so much for agreeing to meet up with me!
#Person2#: No problem! I bet this whole thing is pretty stressful
#Person1#: Yeah! My parents are asking me all these stupid questions!
#Person2#: Don't worry. You'll be free soon enough!
#Person1#: Cool! So, how did you know what classes to take in the beginning?
#Person2#: Well, I had no idea what I wanted to study when I first got here. I just kind of picked classes that sounded interesting. You can also choose classes based on when they are held so that your schedule flows nicely.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Well, I'm taking four classes right now, but I only go to school three days a week, so I have four full days off.
#Person1#: Are your classes hard?
#Person2#: Well, there is a lot of information that you are responsible for, and you are expected to work independently. You also have to write a lot of papers for certain classes and participate in class discussions in others-each class is different. The trick is to figure out how to prepare for different kinds of courses.
#Person1#: What about, uh, social life?
#Person2#: I was waiting for that question! I'll tell you what. I'm gonna call up some of my friends, and we can all go out to lunch and talk about it. How does that sound?
#Person1#: Awesome! | #Person2# meets #Person1# and suggests #Person1# choosing the classes based on interest or the schedule. #Person2# also advises #Person1# to figure out how to prepare for different kinds of courses. #Person2# invites #Person1# to lunch with #Person2#'s friends and they'll talk about social life. |
train_8679 | #Person1#: You must be pretty excited about your trip to Europe. When are you leaving?
#Person2#: In just three weeks. But there are still a few things I need to do before I go.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: Like renewing my passport, going to the travel service to buy my plane ticket, and considering what to do with my house while I'm away.
#Person1#: You're not going to give it up, are you?
#Person2#: No way! I'll never find another house here, But I don't want to pay three months' rent for an empty house, either. | #Person1# is leaving for Europe in three weeks. #Person1# has to renew the passport, buy a plane ticket, and consider what to do with the house. |
train_8680 | #Person1#: What can we do for you today?
#Person2#: Uh, hi. Yes, I'm having a problem with my car, and it doesn't seem to run right. I mean every time I start it up, the engine runs for a minute or so, sputters like it isn't getting enough gas, and then dies.
#Person1#: Hmmm. Okay. Let's open the hood, and let's take a look... Okay, start her up. [Engine starting...] Okay, Okay. Shut her off. Hmmm. [So...] Let me look at the book here... [It] sounds like a possible fuel line, a dirty carburetor, bad alternator, or even a weak battery.
#Person2#: So, which one is it?
#Person1#: Uhh. Difficult to say. Let me try this... Uh, alright... You need to talk to the mechanic.
#Person2#: The mechanic! So, who are you?
#Person1#: Well, I'm the assistant, and I've only been here on the job for two days.
#Person2#: So, why didn't you tell me that in the first place? I mean, I wouldn't have wasted all this time!
#Person1#: You didn't ask.
#Person2#: Okay, so how much is it going to cost?
#Person1#: Ah. Difficult to say. [That's what you said about the last thing!] Are you a local or from out of town?
#Person2#: I'm just passing through, and this is the only place for miles. [Yeah, that's right.] Man, can't you see my license plate? [Sure did!]
#Person1#: Okay. The out-of-town rate. Let's see. Okay, here we go. If it's a fuel line, that'll be $100... No, no, That's the local rate. Here, $200 for the pre-screening check, $150 for parts, plus or minus $100, and $75 an hour for labor. Oh, oh yeah. Today's a holiday, so labor is actually $50 more per hour.
#Person2#: Huh? Those prices are outrageous, and what holiday is it today?
#Person1#: Oh, it's the local pumpkin festival.
#Person2#: Ah, come on. I can't believe this. Of all my luck, my car breaks down in an out-of-the-way town [That's right.], and it'll cost an arm and a leg to get my car fixed.
#Person1#: Ah, we'll take care of you. Just bring the car back on Tuesday so Mike, our mechanic, can take a look at it.
#Person2#: Why not today? It's only 11:00 a.m.!
#Person1#: Ahh, we close at 11:30 a.m. on holidays, and we're closed tomorrow and Sunday, and we're closed the following day as well.
#Person2#: I can't wait that long! I need my car repaired now.
#Person1#: Well, next week is the best we can do, but you can talk to Mike at the Pumpkin Festival. This town will grow on you. [Ah, man!] | #Person2#'s car seems to have some problems. #Person1# checks the car but #Person1# is just an assistant so #Person1# cannot repair the car. Because of the pumpkin festival, #Person2# has to pay more money and wait until next Tuesday to have the car repaired. |
train_8681 | #Person1#: Mr. Block, I need to take a few days off because my parents are coming over to visit.
#Person2#: But it's not really a good idea to take time off right now, you know.
#Person1#: Well, I know. But they've never been to the UK before and they don't speak English.
#Person2#: Hmm, you know there are thousands of tourists in London who can't speak English and they manage to get around.
#Person1#: Yes, I know but they really expect me to be there. It's culture. Chinese parents expect their children to do things like this.
#Person2#: I know, but truly if they care about your education, they'll understand.
#Person1#: Well, do you think I could take maybe just two days off?
#Person2#: Ok, two days but you must catch up with all of the work and get all of the materials. | #Person1# asks #Person2# for a few days off because #Person1#'s parents are coming to the UK. #Person2# finally allows #Person1# to take two days off. |
train_8682 | #Person1#: I come to try my new suit. Here's the receipt.
#Person2#: Yes, please wait a minute. I'll fetch it for you. Here it is. Please try it on and take a look at the mirror. How do you like it?
#Person1#: Aren't the trousers a little too long?
#Person2#: If you think so, we'll shorten the legs a bit. It'll take about twenty minutes.
#Person1#: Very well. Thank you.
#Person2#: You're welcome, sir. | #Person1# comes to try #Person1#'s new suit and asks #Person2# to shorten the legs. |
train_8683 | #Person1#: My name is Mary, and I will be your server this evening.
#Person2#: Hi Mary. We are really looking forward to a great meal here.
#Person1#: Can I interest you in an appetizer to start out?
#Person2#: I would love an appetizer. Are they listed in the menu?
#Person1#: We have our daily appetizers listed on the board over there on the wall.
#Person2#: I am thinking about the popcorn shrimp. How is that?
#Person1#: That would be a great choice!
#Person2#: I'll trust your taste and take one order of that.
#Person1#: We have a special where you can order a second appetizer for half price.
#Person2#: In that case, we'll take an order of onion rings with our first choice. | Mary is #Person1#'s server and recommends #Person1# order popcorn shrimp and a second appetizer for half price. |
train_8684 | #Person1#: And we got a 50 thousand dollar ticket for construction workers peeing off the roof.
#Person2#: That's great. Is the electrician here today?
#Person1#: See, I just told you he hit a deer. Man, I knew you weren't listening to me.
#Person2#: You're right. I wasn't. I hear nothing.
#Person1#: Nothing?
#Person2#: Not a sound on the city streets, just the beat of my own heart, I think that's how it goes, something like that.
#Person1#: You and Patricia got engaged, didn't you? You can tell me.
#Person2#: Engaged?
#Person1#: Come on.
#Person2#: Are you crazy?
#Person1#: What? I thought you liked Patricia. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that they got a 50,000 dollar ticket and the electrician hit a deer. #Person1# then asks #Person2# if Patricia and he are engaged. |
train_8685 | #Person1#: I've just take out an insurance policy. Are you insured?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. I have life insurance and my home and its contents are also insured.
#Person1#: I took out a life insurance policy and make my wife beneficiary.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. You are a fireman and it can be a dangerous job.
#Person1#: I need to make sure that my wife will be financially secure if I die.
#Person2#: I can terminate my life insurance policy when I retire and use the money as a pension.
#Person1#: That's one of the conditions of my policy too. It covers you if you die before you retire and when you retire.
#Person2#: Did you have to take a medical before you could take out the policy?
#Person1#: Yes, I did. It was one of the conditions of the insurance policy. The insurance company need to assess the risk. | #Person2# has life insurance and #Person1# took out a life insurance policy and make his wife beneficiary. They also discuss the conditions of the policy. |
train_8686 | #Person1#: To start with, may I know why you are interested in working for our company?
#Person2#: First, as far as I know, your company has had an impressive growth record. Second, I want to get into the foreign trade business.
#Person1#: Now you are with Yuandong Company. What is your chief responsibility there?
#Person2#: I'm in charge of marketing activities in South-East Asia, for example, organizing trade conferences and arranging exhibitions.
#Person1#: Do you have any questions about the job?
#Person2#: Yes. Are there chances for employees to be transferred to overseas branches of the company?
#Person1#: Certainly. This is an internationl company, and ther're good chances for you to work overseas.
#Person2#: That would be good. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s reason for working in Yuandong company and #Person2#'s chief responsibility. #Person2# also asks #Person1# about the chances to be transferred to overseas branches. |
train_8687 | #Person1#: Hurry up, get in.
#Person2#: I'm in, let's go!
#Person1#: OK, make a left here. . . no wait, I meant make a right. Come on, speed up!
#Person2#: Geez! What's the rush?
#Person1#: Don't worry about it, just drive. Oh, no, the light is about to change. . . step on it!
#Person2#: Are you nuts! I'm not going to run a red light!
#Person1#: Whatever. Just turn right here. . . . The freeway will be packed at this hour. . . . let's take a side street. Go on! Get out of our way! Move, move!
#Person2#: What's your problem! Geez. Having a fit is not going to help!
#Person1#: Here, I know a short cut. . . . just go down here, and we'll cut though Ashburn Heights. Let's go, let's go! Watch out for that lady!
#Person2#: I'm going as fast as I can!
#Person1#: Yes! We made it. 5:58, just before the library closes.
#Person2#: You're such a geek! | #Person1# keeps urging #Person2# to drive faster to arrive before the library closes. |
train_8688 | #Person1#: Can you tell me a little bit about yourself?
#Person2#: My name is David and I live in Shanghai. I was born in 1980. My major was electrical engineering.
#Person1#: What kind of personality do you think you have?
#Person2#: Well, I approach things very enthusiastically and I don't like to leave things half done. I'm very organized and most capable.
#Person1#: What would you say are your weaknesses and strengths?
#Person2#: Well, I'm afraid I'm a poor speaker. However, I'm fully aware of this, so I've been studying how to speak in public. I suppose my strengths are that I am persistent and quick to learn.
#Person1#: Do you have any licenses or certificates?
#Person2#: I have a drivers license and I am a CPA.
#Person1#: How do you get along with other people?
#Person2#: I'm very cooperative and have good teamwork skills. | #Person1# interviews David. David introduces himself to #Person1# and thinks he is enthusiastic, organized, and capable. He also talks about his weaknesses, strengths, and the licenses he owns. |
train_8689 | #Person1#: Come quick, Andrew, it's your favorite basketball match. The Detroit Pistons versus the Los Angeles Lakers.
#Person2#: Great, how long has it been going?
#Person1#: About 5 minutes, the score is 12 to 12.
#Person2#: Oh look, what a nice shot!
#Person1#: You're always so excited while you're watching basketball games.
#Person2#: This is a great match.
#Person1#: Shall I get you a beer?
#Person2#: Sure, thanks. Great. Oh wonderful! A nice shot, look Jane, look. Magic Johnson is so great.
#Person1#: You bet he is. | Jane reminds Andrew to watch his favorite basketball match. Andren is excited while watching. |
train_8690 | #Person1#: Good morning, Kali chemicals. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Good morning. I'd like to speak to Mister Brown, please.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, he is not in at the moment. Can I take a message?
#Person2#: Ok, my name is Tom Morton, that's M-o-r-t-o-n. I'm phoning from Everbright Travel about Mister Brown's trip to Australia. He's booked flight number BA 1279 to Sydney on Monday.
#Person1#: Um, I will make sure he gets your message.
#Person2#: Thank you, goodbye. | Tom Morton calls and wants to speak to Mister Brown about his trip to Australia. #Person1# will take a message. |
train_8691 | #Person1#: Oh, Ann, that was a wonderful dinner. That's the best meal I've ever had.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Can I give you a hand with the dishes?
#Person2#: I'll do them myself later. Would you like some coffee?
#Person1#: Thanks a lot. I'd love some. Oh, Ann, I didn't realize you were such a good cook.
#Person2#: It's because I've been taking these courses. Actually, I've just learned how.
#Person1#: I can't cook at all. I, I can't even boil an egg.
#Person2#: You're kidding. Well, if you want to, you could take several classes at college and learn how to do it, too.
#Person1#: Forget it. I was not born for that. Oh, I just remembered, I wonder if I could possibly use your phone.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, but there's something wrong with my phone. It doesn't work. Is it really important?
#Person1#: Well, you see, I have to call my secretary about tomorrow's work plan. So I'm afraid I have to go now. Thank you for your dinner.
#Person2#: You're welcome. Good night then. | #Person1# had dinner at Ann's. #Person1# complimented Ann on her cooking skills and #Person1# cannot cook at all. #Person1# has to leave because Ann's phone doesn't work but #Person1# needs to call #Person1#'s secretary. |
train_8692 | #Person1#: Hi, my name is Susan. What's your name?
#Person2#: My name is Lin Fang. I'm from China. It's nice to meet you Susan.
#Person1#: Nice to meet you too, Lin Fang. So, are you a new student here?
#Person2#: Yes, I came here just last week. My father is working here and he wants me to study here. So I moved here with my mother about a week ago. It's really exciting to be here.
#Person1#: You speak very good English. I can't believe you've been in America for only about a week.
#Person2#: Well, I attended an international school when I was in China. We had American teachers who taught us English. Have you been to China?
#Person1#: Yes, I traveled to Chengdu with my parents last summer. There was so much to see there. So which city are you from?
#Person2#: Shanghai.
#Person1#: So have you visited Beijing?
#Person2#: Certainly, my uncle and aunt live in Beijing. I used to visit them every summer. | Lin Fang, a new student, tells Susan that Lin came to America with Lin's mother a week ago because Lin's father is working here. Lin attended an international school so Lin speaks good English. |
train_8693 | #Person1#: My husband is taking me to Greece for vacation. I'm excited. I've never been there! We get to fly across the world and when we get there, we're going to ride a boat on the sea!
#Person2#: That's exciting, Anna. Greece is beautiful. I went there 5 years ago for my sisters wedding and last year on a business trip. The water is so clear and blue and the food is delicious!
#Person1#: It sounds amazing, Tim. I heard that the people are also very friendly. You should tell me some wonderful places there that you like to visit. | Anna's husband is taking Anna to Greece for vacation. Tim tells Anna Greece is beautiful and he went there twice. Anna wants him to recommend some places to visit. |
train_8694 | #Person1#: Sophie, what was high school like in America?
#Person2#: It was great. Lots of fun. I had lots of friends and I learned quite a bit at school.
#Person1#: OK. What did you do in high school, any clubs or anything?
#Person2#: Yeah, I'd rowed for the school. I played basketball and tennis with friends and I was on the swimming team.
#Person1#: Wow, you're quite active. What sport did you like the most?
#Person2#: Rowing.
#Person1#: Rowing huh? Do you still row?
#Person2#: No, unfortunately not. I spent the last year in Canada. No one likes rowing there.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: I would like to start up again.
#Person1#: Do you think you would pick it up some time in the future?
#Person2#: Yeah, maybe. If I live near a lake or a river.
#Person1#: Yeah, not too many lakes here in Tokyo. Um, anything else? Any other memories about high school?
#Person2#: Yeah, lots of parties. It was fun.
#Person1#: Sounds like a good time.
#Person2#: Yeah. | Sophie tells #Person1# about the clubs she attended in her high school in America. Sophie enjoys rowing the most and she may start up again. |
train_8695 | #Person1#: We haven't got much time left now. There's still so much to see in this museum.
#Person2#: We'll just have to choose one more exhibition.
#Person1#: What about jewelry from the ancient world in Hall 3?
#Person2#: But look at the queue. We'll spend half our time waiting if we go in there. Why not try the rainforest in photos and haul 5? You can wander around and see all the forest animals.
#Person1#: OK, then we won't have time to visit rescue by helicopter. There is a real one in Hall 6.
#Person2#: Maybe next time. | #Person1# and #Person2# have to choose one more exhibition because of a lack of time. #Person2# suggests they try the rainforest photos exhibition. |
train_8696 | #Person1#: I'm in heaven! A Whirlpool dryer!
#Person2#: I love them, too. Let's move into the kitchen. Wait until you see the refrigerator.
#Person1#: This is too good to be true.
#Person2#: And the stove is brand new. You know how to use a gas stove, right?
#Person1#: Yes. We've lived in Taiwan for a while. I had a gas stove in the States, too.
#Person2#: It's better for cooking Chinese food. Well, what do you think?
#Person1#: We love it. But we'd like to know about the neighbors. | #Person2# introduces a house with a Whirlpool dryer, a good refrigerator, and a brand new stove to #Person1#. |
train_8697 | #Person1#: Finance, Angie speaking.
#Person2#: Hi Angie, it ' s Tom Reynolds here. Can you tell me if my tuition fees for this semester have been approved?
#Person1#: Yes, Mr. Reynolds. They were approved yesterday. You can pick up the check today.
#Person2#: Oh wow! Thanks a million, Angie! | Angie tells Tom his tuition fees have been approved. |
train_8698 | #Person1#: Thank god you are open! I have an emergency!
#Person2#: Hello, Mr. Henderson what can I do for you?
#Person1#: I need this dress and this suit dry cleaned ASAP!
#Person2#: OK, I can have it ready by the end of the week.
#Person1#: No, you don ' t understand, I need this tomorrow morning! I accidentally spilled beer all over my wife ' s dress and we have a wedding to attend tomorrow! She ' s gonna kill me!
#Person2#: OK, I can have it ready tomorrow afternoon, but this suit is also very stained. I can ' t guarantee we can remove it completely.
#Person1#: Fine! Can you also iron and starch this shirt?
#Person2#: Certainly.
#Person1#: Great! This is our secret! If you see my wife, say nothing to her about this! | Mr. Henderson spilled beer over his wife's dress for a wedding tomorrow and he secretly brings it to the laundry. #Person2# promises to have it ready by tomorrow afternoon. |
train_8699 | #Person1#: Well, Randy, I'd say you've got a bad case of the flu. The main thing to do is get plenty of rest and drink lots of liquids. I'll prescribe something for that throat.
#Person2#: Thanks, doctor. Is there anything I can take for this headache?
#Person1#: Some aspirin or Panadol should help. You can pick some up at the pharmacy when you go to fill your prescription.
#Person2#: Okay.
#Person1#: Goodbye, Randy. Take care. | #Person1# prescribes medicine for Randy's flu and suggests aspirin or Panadol for his headache. |
train_8700 | #Person1#: The weather is terrible.
#Person2#: Yeah. It's been raining a lot these days.
#Person1#: I have been watching a lot of videos at home because of the constant rain.
#Person2#: Have you heard when it's supposed to get better?
#Person1#: I saw the weather report, and it's going to rain for the next eight days.
#Person2#: That sucks so much. What are we going to do?
#Person1#: I'm getting pretty bored. We should do something despite the rain.
#Person2#: I'm with you. What do you have in mind?
#Person1#: I haven't been to the Mall in a long time. Let's go there.
#Person2#: That sounds good. They have a movie theatre there, so if we get bored, we can watch a movie.
#Person1#: Great. I'll stop by your place now.
#Person2#: Ok. Don't forget to bring your umbrella. The rain can start up again anytime. | It's been raining a lot these days. #Person1# and #Person2# get really bored. They decide to go to the mall and watch a movie despite the rain. |
train_8701 | #Person1#: How many cleaning ladies does your company hire?
#Person2#: We have two cleaning ladies. But both of them have received little education.
#Person1#: Most cleaning ladies are illiterate. But some of them do a very nice job.
#Person2#: But I actually dislike another lady. She is more capable and seems to have ideas of her own. But the trouble is she is a backseat driver with some of us. She would tell you what to do and where to put things. | #Person2# says the cleaning ladies in their company are illiterate and thinks one lady is a backseat driver. |
train_8702 | #Person1#: Scientists have found a second solar system in the universe.
#Person2#: What's the second solar system?
#Person1#: It's just a system like ours, with a star and a number of planets going around it.
#Person2#: Is this good news or bad news?
#Person1#: It's exciting news! If we find a second solar system, we might find a second earth!
#Person2#: You mean with people on it?
#Person1#: Yes! Isn't that exciting? | #Person1# tells #Person2# it's exciting that a second solar system has been found. |
train_8703 | #Person1#: I wonder what he looks like. Oh, I can't wait to see him! His email said he'd be wearing a white hat. ( looking around for him ) oh, there is.
#Person2#: Hey, Isabelle...
#Person1#: Logan! Why on earth are you hiding here? White hat! Come on! Don't tell me you're the guy! It can't be true.
#Person2#: Yes, I am the guy.
#Person1#: What a bummer! You set me up?
#Person2#: Let me explain. I didn't mean to hurt you...
#Person1#: How dare you! ( starts to walk off )
#Person2#: Hang on one second. Hear me out, just this once, Isabella!
#Person1#: Why did you lie to me in the email?
#Person2#: I didn't lie. You just didn't ask me my real name.
#Person1#: I should have known it was you. No wonder all the 20 questions were answered correctly. I thought I might have found the one for me.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. It was cruel of me. But I promise it will never happen again? Look, there's a nice restaurant. Let me take you to dinner and we can talk things over. | Isabelle is waiting for a guy whom she knew online. The guy answered her 20 questions correctly so she expected a lot. However, she is angry to find the guy is Logan and thinks he is a liar. Logan apologizes and invites her to dinner. |
train_8704 | #Person1#: How is your English ability?
#Person2#: Not bad. I'm proficient in both written and spoken English.
#Person1#: English and computer skills are comparatively important to this position, especially in the starting period. What's your ability in these two fields?
#Person2#: I passed College English Test Band 6, with good skill in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. I haven't got any certificate of computer skills, because I don't think certificates are necessary if what's needed is merely operating a computer. I think practically, to know how to use a computer is more important. And I am quite familiar with Microsoft Office.
#Person1#: What else do you have to prove your English ability?
#Person2#: I took a part-time job last semester in translating and doing reception work for an exhibition. My work included hosting the visiting foreign exhibitors, communicating with them, arranging their agenda, and translating several materials. I think this activity well demonstrated my ability in English. And I will be glad to take any form of English test you arrange for me to prove my ability.
#Person1#: How do you deal with those who you think are difficult to work with?
#Person2#: I stick to my principles and keep to the rules. Sometimes, they just lack enthusiasm. When I get them involved with something constructive, some of them change their attitude later.
#Person1#: Yes, I see. | #Person1# interviews #Person2# and asks about #Person2#'s English and computer ability. #Person2# passed CET-6, did translation and reception work for an exhibition. #Person2# has no computer certificates but is familiar with Microsoft Office. #Person2# is principled and proactive in work. |
train_8705 | #Person1#: Which pair of jeans do you like best?
#Person2#: I really like the straight legs.
#Person1#: But they aren't very fashionable. What about these?
#Person2#: I don't like the way they sag down. I feel like I have plumber butt in them.
#Person1#: That's the style! You just wear boxers.
#Person2#: What if someone got it in their head to give them a tug? What then?
#Person1#: You're so old fashioned! Nobody is going to pull down your pants!
#Person2#: If you ask me, it's a walking invitation! | #Person2# likes jeans of straight legs. #Person1# thinks #Person2# is old fashioned. |
train_8706 | #Person1#: Hey Joanne. What are you up to?
#Person2#: I'm just watching some television.
#Person1#: I'm so bored. I don't know what I'm going to do today and it is only ten in the morning.
#Person2#: Me too. Do you think we are boring people?
#Person1#: I don't think we are boring. It's just that we don't have any hobbies.
#Person2#: That's right. What do you think we should do as a hobby?
#Person1#: That all depends on what you like to do. For example, I like to doodle on the notepad, so I'm thinking about doing some real drawings.
#Person2#: I like to play the piano for fun.
#Person1#: Yeah. That can be a good hobby.
#Person2#: Hobbies are great. I'm going to make a list of all the things I like to do.
#Person1#: That's a great idea. I'm going to do the same. | #Person1# and Joanne feel bored. They talk about what they can do as hobbies and will list them. |
train_8707 | #Person1#: Hello!
#Person2#: Oh, hi!
#Person1#: Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Tom.
#Person2#: Pleased to meet you. My name is Alice. Did you just move in next door?
#Person1#: Yes, I did. Have you lived here long?
#Person2#: Me? I guess so. I've lived here for about six years now. Have you lived in America very long?
#Person1#: No, not really. When I left Vietnam, I came to America and I lived with a cousin in Dallas for two years. Where do you work, Alice?
#Person2#: I teach mathematics at a college. What do you do?
#Person1#: I am an accountant at a company
#Person2#: Well, Tom. It's good to meet you. I have to go now. I am teaching a class this evening, and I need to get to the college.
#Person1#: It's nice meeting you too, Alice.
#Person2#: See you around!
#Person1#: Goodbye, Alice. | Tom moves to Alice's neighborhood. Alice has lived here for six years. They introduce their jobs to each other. |
train_8708 | #Person1#: What does she do?
#Person2#: She works as a teller in a bank.
#Person1#: Does she go to night school?
#Person2#: Yes. She goes three times a week.
#Person1#: Why? What does she want to be?
#Person2#: She wants to be a manager.
#Person1#: What classes does she take?
#Person2#: She takes classes in accounting and business. | #Person2# tells #Person1# a bank teller takes night classes in order to be a manager. |
train_8709 | #Person1#: Who's that?
#Person2#: Saint Jude-he's the saint of lost causes. Like my cousin, Anna, who can't stop getting pregnant. She's a lost cause.
#Person1#: Is that your cousin in the back?
#Person2#: Yep. She's always got a bun in the oven. She was pregnant before marriage-a real sin in the Catholic Church.
#Person1#: What about birth control pills? Don't they work on Italians?
#Person2#: Ha-ha. Birth control and abortion are four-letter words in my family.
#Person1#: And I heard that Italian men have very active libidos. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about #Person2#'s cousin Anna who can't stop getting pregnant. |
train_8710 | #Person1#: Good morning, welcome to Bank of the USA. How may I help you today?
#Person2#: Hi, I need to transfer some money to another account. It's urgent.
#Person1#: Okay, have you made a wire transfer at our bank before?
#Person2#: No. I'Ve never made a transfer before.
#Person1#: It's alright, I will take you through the procedure. Are you transferring funds to a company or an individual account?
#Person2#: A company account. I need to pay a bill.
#Person1#: Okay, I'll need the name of the company and their bank routing number as well as their bank's address and phone number.
#Person2#: I have all the information in this folder.
#Person1#: Well. You'Ve come prepared. You have all the necessary materials so we can go ahead and make the transfer right now. It's a simple transaction, and we can process it today.
#Person2#: Oh, that's such a relief. I didn't want the payment to be overdue. Thank you so much.
#Person1#: It's my pleasure. | #Person2# needs to transfer money to a company account. #Person2# has all the information prepared so #Person1# makes the transfer immediately. |
train_8711 | #Person1#: Brian, a company called me for an interview.
#Person2#: That's great! You need to prepare for it.
#Person1#: How?
#Person2#: Get your hair done at a good hair saloon. Tell them you are going for a job interview.
#Person1#: Okay.
#Person2#: Buy an expensive suit.
#Person1#: How expensive?
#Person2#: The more expensive, the better.
#Person1#: I can't afford too expensive, maybe $ 50 to $ 70?
#Person2#: That'll do it. The best way is to find the dressing color code of the company.
#Person1#: How?
#Person2#: If you know somebody at the company, ask them. If not, dark color will be fine.
#Person1#: Is a white blouse okay?
#Person2#: Yeah, fine. And dressing shoes.
#Person1#: Black?
#Person2#: Black is good.
#Person1#: White pantyhose?
#Person2#: No. Dark or skin colored.
#Person1#: Jewelry?
#Person2#: Necklace, ring, and earrings are all fine. But don't wear too many pieces of jewelry.
#Person1#: How about make up?
#Person2#: Not much make up.
#Person1#: Perfume?
#Person2#: Yes, some. But be aware that different people may like different scents. | #Person1# is going to take an interview. Brian gives #Person1# suggestions on appearance and dressing style. |
train_8712 | #Person1#: What are the requirements to apply for the position?
#Person2#: Your major must be computer.
#Person1#: Do you think my educational background suits this position?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm quite satisfied with your qualifications.
#Person1#: Does this job require that new employees take any kind of training course?
#Person2#: Generally speaking, training new members is usually necessary. We offer our new employees a one-week training course.
#Person1#: Could you tell something about the job?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. You will be responsible for the designing and developing new products and also be in charge of the evaluation of the software programs including complex software systems to ensure product features and operation complaints.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. I believe I can do the job well. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the requirements to apply for a position, whether new employees need training, and what #Person1# needs to do in this position. |
train_8713 | #Person1#: And how would you describe yourself, Miss Tao? What kind of person are you?
#Person2#: Well, as I mentioned before, I think I am easy-going. I enjoy working and talking with people and I'm a responsible person.
#Person1#: Did you have any difficulty getting along with fellow students or teachers?
#Person2#: No. Not at all. I'm quite easy-going.
#Person1#: What's your strong points?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm very responsible, I can make fast decisions, and I do not need much supervision. I enjoy completing challenging tasks.
#Person1#: What do you dislike most about your job?
#Person2#: Probably routine, dull work. Oh, I am much more enthusiastic if I'm given a challenge and responsibility.
#Person1#: What kind of relationship do you think should exist between a supervisor and employee?
#Person2#: A friendly one. I think an open, friendly, honest relationship should exist. An employee should feel she ( he ) can go to her ( his ) boss anytime with any kind of question.
#Person1#: Sometimes working with a foreign company can be stressful. Foreigners tend to get excited or angry easily, and they show it. Are you sure you can handle this stress? How do you deal with conflict in your present job?
#Person2#: Well, there's a lot of stress in a Chinese company also, although much of it is below the surface. I have confidence in my ability to handle conflict. If I have a problem with a co-worker, I do everything I can to work it out directly with that person. If I am unable to work it out, then I ask a supervisor to help out. If my boss shouts at me, I try not to take it personally. I try my best to understand the stress he is under. It's kind of like being in a family. Often family members say things in the heat of the moment, but don't mean what they say. A company is like a family, it has good times and bad times.
#Person1#: How do you feel about overtime work?
#Person2#: That's no problem. I know that every company has busy periods. When this happens, I'm ready to put in as much time as necessary to get the job done.
#Person1#: What is most important to you in a job?
#Person2#: I want to feel that I am making a real contribution to the company, so I would like my boss to trust me with important work.
#Person1#: Do you think that you are introverted or extroverted?
#Person2#: I'm quite outspoken. I enjoy calling a spade a spade and hate talking in a roundabout way. So I'd call myself outgoing.
#Person1#: Under what kind of circumstance will you lose your temper?
#Person2#: Seldom. But I hate someone's frequently being late or lazy.
#Person1#: OK. What are your strong points?
#Person2#: Hmm. as I mentioned, I can work well under pressure and I enjoy work that challenges me. I think that my English ability is also a strong point.
#Person1#: And your weaknesses?
#Person2#: I think I sometimes try to be over-organized. So I am learning how to let some things go and concentrate on the most important part of my job. | #Person1# interviews Miss Tao. Miss Tao sees herself as easy-going, approachable, responsible but sometimes over-organized. She makes fast decisions, enjoys challenging tasks, and dislikes routine, dull work. She agrees on a friendly relationship between supervisors and employees. She solves conflicts with colleagues on her own and tries to understand supervisors' stress. She is willing to work overtime and hopes to be entrusted with important work to contribute to the company. She hates lazy people. |
train_8714 | #Person1#: Pardon me. Could you please pass me the tissue?
#Person2#: Sure, here you are.
#Person1#: Thanks, I didn't expect the dish to be so spicy. Are you ok?
#Person2#: Yeah, I think the food is alright, it's not too spicy though it's a little salty for me. But you are Chinese, you should have known better.
#Person1#: Well, not every Chinese can handle spicy food in the way people from Sichuan and Guizhou provinces can. Back where I come from, people don't eat a lot of papers and chilies.
#Person2#: Oh, I see how this food can be really hard for you. I can sympathize with that. I stayed in Sichuan for a year. The food was difficult at the beginning. Every dish was so spicy. After a while though, I got used to the taste, and now I won't consider anything a real dish if it isn't spicy.
#Person1#: Yeah, you can increase you tolerance for spicy food, but so far, I haven't had the need or the opportunity. Every time I try spicy food, it is a total disaster for my nose and eyes.
#Person2#: I completely understand. I didn't intend on liking spicy food at first either, but when you have no other choices, you've got to adapt.
#Person1#: Yeah, I guess that's a typical example of'when in Rome, do as the Romans do. '
#Person2#: Exactly. | #Person1# thinks the food is too spicy. #Person2# thinks it is just a little salty because #Person2# stayed in Sichuan for a year and had to get used to the taste. |
train_8715 | #Person1#: Hello, welcome to prise star hotel. How may I do for you?
#Person2#: Hi, yes, I have a reservation. My secretary called and booked a room a couple of weeks ago, the reservation should be for a double bed, none smoking room.
#Person1#: And what name of reservation made under?
#Person2#: It should be under Steve Johnson.
#Person1#: Mmm, let me see, it seems there is no Johnson listed for a room for tonight, is there any other name that you reservation list under?
#Person2#: No, here is the confirmation number, would that help? It is 898007, I had the room booked with a visa cord card.
#Person1#: Ah, yes, here it is, you have a standard double room, non smoking on the 3rd floor, I just need to see some identification and the credit card you booked the room with if you don't mind. | #Person2#'s secretary books a double bed, non-smoking room with a visa card. #Person1# checks #Person2#'s reservation and asks to see some identification. |
train_8716 | #Person1#: Hello, JC Consulting PLC. Chris Edwards speaking.
#Person2#: Mr. Edwards, this is Kristy calling from IBA.
#Person1#: Hi Kristy! What's going on?
#Person2#: Do you remember coming in to do the L / C amendment last week?
#Person1#: Yes, I certainly do.
#Person2#: The negotiating bank has just been in touch. . .
#Person1#: Oh, dear! There isn't a problem, is there?
#Person2#: No, Mr. Edwards, not at all. We are contacting you to let you know that everything has gone smoothly and the amendment has been accepted.
#Person1#: Kristy, that's wonderful! Thanks so much for contacting me personally. | Kristy calls Edwards to inform him that everything has gone smoothly and the amendment has been accepted. |
train_8717 | #Person1#: What will I earn per year in this job?
#Person2#: You can expect to earn sixty-five thousand dollars per year.
#Person1#: Are we covered by a good benefits plan?
#Person2#: The job has a menu plan where you are given a fixed amount of money and you choose what you most need in terms of benefits.
#Person1#: Can we take personal days off?
#Person2#: You get 2 weeks paid vacation and an additional 10 days of sick leave.
#Person1#: What do you offer in terms of a retirement plan?
#Person2#: We do not currently offer any retirement plan.
#Person1#: Do you reimburse for education that relates to my job?
#Person2#: We allow several weeks release time each year for our employees to attend job-related seminars and conferences.
#Person1#: Do you have a benefits brochure?
#Person2#: Whoa! Who said you got the job? | #Person2# answers #Person1#'s questions about annual salary, the benefits plan, vacations, retirement plan, etc. #Person2# gets impatient at the end because #Person1# hasn't got the job. |
train_8718 | #Person1#: have you seen bill recently?
#Person2#: yes. He's in hospital with a bad back. One morning, he just couldn't get out of bed. His wife called an ambulance and they took him to hospital. He's been there for a few days now.
#Person1#: daisy's in hospital too. she got food poisoning last week. She thinks she got it from some bad seafood.
#Person2#: you have to be very careful with seafood. It tastes lovely, but it often causes upset stomachs. Have you heard anything from tom?
#Person1#: he's fine, but he had a fever last week. He probably just had a cold.
#Person2#: he might be allergic to pollen. My niece is allergic to pollen. It seems like she has a cold, but in fact it's her allergy.
#Person1#: I see. My niece just flew back from Australia to visit. She's got jetlag now. she's just resting today, but we'll probably go out somewhere tomorrow.
#Person2#: it's nice that she's back for a while. Thinking of all these ailments, I got a splinter the other day. It took a long time for me to get it out of my skin. Look.
#Person1#: oh, your hand is still sore. You should put some ointment on it to stop the swelling.
#Person2#: that's a good idea. You'Ve got a nasty bruise on your hand.
#Person1#: yes, I banged it against to cooker yesterday. It really hurt, but it's OK now. the bruise will disappear soon. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the physical conditions of their friends, their relatives, and themselves. Bill got a backache; Daisy got food poisoning; Tom had a fever. #Person2#'s niece is allergic to pollen; #Person1#'s niece got jetlag. #Person2# got a splinter. #Person1# banged #Person1#'s hand against to cooker. |
train_8719 | #Person1#: Hello. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yeah, this dress is really nice! How much is it?
#Person1#: That one is one hundred and fifty dollars.
#Person2#: One hundred and fifty dollars? What about this other one over here?
#Person1#: That's one hundred and forty.
#Person2#: Hmm. . . that's a bit out of my price range. Can you give me a better deal?
#Person1#: This is an exclusive design by marco! It's a bargain at that price.
#Person2#: Well, I don't know. I think I'll shop around.
#Person1#: Okay, okay, how about one hundred dollars?
#Person2#: That's still more than I wanted to spend. What if I take both dresses?
#Person1#: Okay, I can give you a special discount, just because you seem like a nice person. One hundred and ninety dollars for both.
#Person2#: I don't know. . . It's still a bit pricey. . . Thanks anyway.
#Person1#: my final price! One hundred dollars for both! That's two for the price of one. That's my last offer!
#Person2#: Great! You'Ve got a deal! | #Person2# bargains for two dresses which cost $290 in total initially. #Person1# eventually let #Person1# take both at $100. |
train_8720 | #Person1#: Are you married?
#Person2#: Yes, I've just married.
#Person1#: How long have you been married?
#Person2#: I have been married for three years.
#Person1#: How many people are there in your family?
#Person2#: There are four people in my family.
#Person1#: Who are the members of your family?
#Person2#: My husband, my mother-in-law, my daughter and I. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s marital status and the members of her family. |
train_8721 | #Person1#: Hello, welcome to the International Business Counter, Sir. What can we do for you today?
#Person2#: Hi. I need some help with these documents under L / C.
#Person1#: Of course. Is there a problem with them?
#Person2#: Yes. My Manager sent me in, there's a problem with the shipping time. It's been delayed quite significantly and my manager is unwilling to accept it.
#Person1#: You will need to return the documents. That's no problem ; we can deal with that for you now.
#Person2#: Thank you. I need to get this done as soon as possible ; my manager is tearing his hair out! | #Person2# wants to return some documents under L/C because of the delayed delivery. #Person1# promises to deal with it. |
train_8722 | #Person1#: Hi Cody, how did practicing go this week?
#Person2#: Well I had several tests and an oral presentation this week so I didn't get a chance to memorize the second page, but I think I mastered the tricky section.
#Person1#: Great! Warm up with some scales and arpeggios first. Good, good. This week, work on keeping the rhythm steady when you play the last part with the sixteenth note. Now let's take a look at this tricky section.
#Person2#: Charles? Before I start I was wondering if it was ok if I put a small crescendo in here and then decrescendo back to pianissimo again over here?
#Person1#: It might work. I'll have to hear it. Show me what you'Ve done. Not bad.
#Person2#: It was horrible! I played play it much better at home!
#Person1#: It's just nerves. Just play the right hand for now. One two three four five six, ta ti tri-ple-ti. Good, good. Don't forget the accidentals! The key signature says that note should be a G-sharp but now it's a G-natural. Now add the bass clef. You're going too fast. Remember the tempo for this piece is andante.
#Person2#: Is that better?
#Person1#: Yes, much better. Watch where you lift your foot off the pedal. What was that?
#Person2#: Sorry! The stretch for that octave is always hard to make.
#Person1#: That's ok, keep going, you're moving ahead by leaps and bounds. Watch your dynamics! Keep your elbows lifted. Remember to stroke the keys, don't pound. That's better! Remember that as a pianist or any other musician, your technique will be what separates you from the pack just as much or more so as your musicianship. | Cody is too busy to memorize the second page of the music. Charles lets Cody warm up with some scales and arpeggios first and then play the tricky section. Charles thinks Cody makes rapid progress and keeps reminding him of things needed to be paid attention to. |
train_8723 | #Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I want to buy a sweater for my son. This yellow one doesn't have a price on it. How much does it cost? Do you know?
#Person1#: Yes, it's $ 42.33.
#Person2#: That's too expensive.
#Person1#: Here's a nice nylon one for $ 15.88. We sell a lot of these.
#Person2#: Yes, it is nice. I think I'll take it.
#Person1#: Do you want anything else? This kind of trousers is in discount. It only costs $ 13 each pair.
#Person2#: That's nice. OK, I'll take one. | #Person1# assists #Person2# to buy a piece of nylon clothes and a pair of trousers for #Person2#'s son. |
train_8724 | #Person1#: So what kind of job did you find for the summer?
#Person2#: I'm working for a marketing company. I'm doing telephone marketing.
#Person1#: Oh. So you are one of those people who drive me crazy by calling me up and trying to persuade me to buy something that I have no need for. Do you like it?
#Person2#: Believe it or not. I do. There are a lot of students working there, and we have a lot of fun when we're not making calls. It's really easy, since we just have to read from a text.
#Person1#: Are you doing this full time?
#Person2#: Yeah, but I work from two in the afternoon until eleven at night, so I can sleep as late as I want to in the morning. | #Person2# is doing telephone marketing full-time. #Person1# complains about those calls. #Person2# thinks the working atmosphere is fun and easy. |
train_8725 | #Person1#: Frank, I'm thinking of taking a day off and doing something with the children the day after tomorrow.
#Person2#: Sounds good. What are you going to do?
#Person1#: Tom wants to go boating at the park and Susan wants to go on a picnic. So we'll go to the park in the morning, go boating first and then enjoy a picnic.
#Person2#: What about in the afternoon?
#Person1#: I haven't decided yet.
#Person2#: Well, why not take them to a movie? There's a good movie on now about a boy's adventure in a forest. My friend David took his son Jim to see it last night. He said Jim really loved it.
#Person1#: Then I'll take them to see it Friday afternoon. By the way, I've got to go to a meeting this weekend. Could you look after the kids at home?
#Person2#: I have to go to a meeting, too. I'm afraid we'll have to find a babysitter.
#Person1#: What about Linda? She helped look after the kids last month and she did a great job. | #Person1# will take children to go boating and enjoy a picnic, and see a movie on Friday. Frank and #Person1# will be busy on the weekend so they have to find a babysitter. |
train_8726 | #Person1#: Why don't we buy a car, dear?
#Person2#: I have been thinking about it for a long time. I think it necessary for us to buy one. We live so far away from my company.
#Person1#: Yes. With a car, you wouldn't have to catch a bus to work. It can save a lot of time.
#Person2#: Sure, but we don't have enough money at present.
#Person1#: Why not borrow some from the bank? I think we won't have to borrow so much now.
#Person2#: Well, let's go down town and have a look. | #Person1# and #Person2# decide to borrow money from the bank to buy a car. |
train_8727 | #Person1#: Many children nowadays can play some musical instruments. In my daughter's class, some can play the piano and some can play the violin.
#Person2#: I think these children are too tired. They have to do too much homework after class and find time to learn to play a musical instrument.
#Person1#: But music gives people enjoyment. Learning to play the piano or the violin can help children develop their ability of understanding music.
#Person2#: I agree. But I still don't think it's a good idea to force children to learn too much when they are young. Can your daughter play the piano or the violin?
#Person1#: She can play the violin. | #Person1# finds nowadays many children can play some musical instruments. #Person1# thinks music brings enjoyment. #Person2# thinks children learn too much. |
train_8728 | #Person1#: Good morning. Will you book a plane ticket to London forme?
#Person2#: Yes, sir. What time would you like to leave?
#Person1#: Next Tuesday, if possible.
#Person2#: That'll be the 21st of December.
#Person1#: Yes, that's right.
#Person2#: There are several flights available.
#Person1#: Would you check what flights are available on the 21st of December?
#Person2#: All right. Let me check it over.
#Person1#: Morning flights will be perfect.
#Person2#: Yes, sir. There is a flight available on that day, at 10:00 a.m.
#Person1#: Fine. I'll take that flight, then.
#Person2#: 10:00 a.m. I'll fix your ticket.
#Person1#: When do I check in?
#Person2#: You must be there by 9:00 a.m.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person2# assists #Person1# to book a plane ticket to London at 10:00 a.m next Tuesday. |
train_8729 | #Person1#: Is that Ann?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: This is Mike. How are things with you?
#Person2#: Oh, very well, but I'm very busy.
#Person1#: Busy? But you've finished all your exams?
#Person2#: Yes, but I have to help my little sister with her foreign language.
#Person1#: How about coming out with me this evening? There's a new film on.
#Person2#: I'm afraid I can't. A friend of mine is coming from the south and I have to go to the station to meet him.
#Person1#: What a pity! How about the weekend then?
#Person2#: No, I've arranged to go to an art exhibition with my parents.
#Person1#: What about next week sometime?
#Person2#: Maybe. | Mike invites Ann to go for a movie but Ann needs to meet her friend and go to an art exhibition. |
train_8730 | #Person1#: Did you hear that Anna needs to stay in bed for 4 weeks?
#Person2#: Yeah. She injured her spine in a fall and a doctor told her to lie flat on her back for a month so it can mend. | Anna needs to stay in bed for her spine injury. |
train_8731 | #Person1#: Tyler, do you know of an easy way to the airport? I'm flying home for Christmas.
#Person2#: Why don't you take the bus, Sylvia? That's what I always do when I fly.
#Person1#: Okay, but I don't know anything about the bus service here.
#Person2#: Well, let me ask you-have you ever heard of 'Fast Pass'?
#Person1#: No, not until now. Is that a bus line?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. It will take you straight to your terminal at O'Hare.
#Person1#: That sounds like what I need. Do you know how much it costs?
#Person2#: The last time I took it, it was $30 one-way. Let me see if I have their card in my wallet. Yes, here it is. You should call 1-800-500-5500 to reserve a seat.
#Person1#: So, do I have to make a reservation?
#Person2#: No, you don't have to, you know. But it's better if you do. That way you can make sure you've got a seat. They're pretty crowded at times, especially around holidays.
#Person1#: Uh, I think you said 1-800-500-5500, right? I'll give them a call. Thanks a lot, Tyler. | Sylvia asks Tyler about an easy way to the airport. Tyler suggests Sylvia make a reservation of 'Fast Pass' which takes $30 one-way to the terminal. |
train_8732 | #Person1#: Someone has stolen my car! I want to report it. The name is Walton-Harry Walton.
#Person2#: Where did you leave your car, Mr. Walton?
#Person1#: In Ludlow Street. Near the traffic lights.
#Person2#: Did you leave your car unlocked?
#Person1#: Of course not.
#Person2#: And what time was this?
#Person1#: This morning. I parked it there before I went to work.
#Person2#: When do you start work?
#Person1#: At nine thirty. But I got in early today. I started at seven.
#Person2#: That explains it.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: We have taken away your car. You can't park your car in Ludlow Street before ten on Friday. | Walton calls #Person1# to report his car was stolen. #Person2# tells Walton that his car is taken away because no parking is allowed before ten on Friday. |
train_8733 | #Person1#: Hi Alice, what are you doing? You look worried.
#Person2#: Oh. There's something wrong with my electronic calculator.
#Person1#: Do you want me to have a look at it?
#Person2#: It's very kind of you, but I would like to have a try first. Er... You know... I can do without it in class this afternoon.
#Person1#: Oh, well, if you need any help, just let me know. I'm free after school.
#Person2#: I will. Thank you very much.
#Person1#: You're welcome. | Alice finds there's something wrong with her electronic calculator and will ask #Person1# for help after school. |
train_8734 | #Person1#: the dinner was really good. It knocked my socks off.
#Person2#: that's very kind of you to say so. Let's try some after-dinner wines.
#Person1#: great. Sweet wines are my favorite. They always make a great finish to a decilious meal.
#Person2#: do you prefer brandy or ports.
#Person1#: port, please.
#Person2#: excellent choice. I love its smooth flavor.
#Person1#: the port is exquisite. It must have spent years aging in barrels. Am I right?
#Person2#: yes. You always have a good nose for wines.
#Person1#: next time we are about to dinner we should try some Canadian ice wine.
#Person2#: oh, what's that?
#Person1#: it's made from natually forzen grapes.
#Person2#: why not? It sounds great.
#Person1#: oh, here's to your health.
#Person2#: thanks. Cheers.
#Person1#: cheers. | #Person1# and #Person2# finish a good dinner and have some wines. They choose to drink ports. #Person1# suggests trying Canadian ice wine next time. They cheers. |
train_8735 | #Person1#: hi, betty!
#Person2#: hi, andy, how are you finding your new job?
#Person1#: pretty good. My colleagues seem alright. So far everything is great.
#Person2#: that's nice. What do they have you doing over there?
#Person1#: well, I work in the marketing department. The corporate culture is totally different from my last employer. Before, when I was assigned a task, I was totally on my own but here most of the work is don
#Person2#: that' s really good. It's very important to feel like you are part of the team at work.
#Person1#: indeed. Team work is highly valued in this new company. I like our boss too. He is easy to get along with treats everybody with respect and appreciation. He's highly respected by all his employees.
#Person2#: that's great, that's good for a positive work environment and helps motivate employees. I wish my boss was like that.
#Person1#: true, take my former supervisor as an example. He was extremely controlling and overbearing. He always had to micromanage everything.
#Person2#: well, now you don't have to worry about that. This new place sounds really good.
#Person1#: yeah it is. | Betty and Andy talk about Andy's new job. Andy works in a new company where teamwork is highly valued and the boss is approachable, which is different from the last job. |
train_8736 | #Person1#: Are you sure Lucy has it bad for you? If she does, she will certainly bend over backwards for you. But if she doesn't, it would be a job to change her.
#Person2#: I don't know whether she has it bad for me, but she enjoys being with me.
#Person1#: And do you really love her?
#Person2#: I think I do. I don't think I can be happier with another girl. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# is not sure whether Lucy has it bad for #Person2# but #Person2# really loves her. |
train_8737 | #Person1#: James, look at the girl over there! She's pretty, isn't she!
#Person2#: Who? The girl in red or the one in blue?
#Person1#: Neither, I mean the girl in white behind them. She looks really pretty.
#Person2#: Oh, that's Mary. She's a friend of my sister Anna.
#Person1#: So do you know her?
#Person2#: Yes, Anna invited her to our home last Sunday. We talked for a while. I'm sure she remembers me. Do you want me to introduce you to her?
#Person1#: Certainly. | #Person1# sees a pretty girl. James says she's a friend of his sister and would like to introduce #Person1# to her. |
train_8738 | #Person1#: Tom, why are you surfing the net again? It's a real waste of time I've told you.
#Person2#: I'm doing my homework, mom. I need to write a paper and I'm looking for the information on the net.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: Yes. You see, you can find a lot of information by entering the keywords and searching for them.
#Person1#: That's fantastic.
#Person2#: And the net can also help you do shopping. It's called e-shopping.
#Person1#: How can I do shopping without going to the shops?
#Person2#: It's easy. First, you log on to an online shopping delivery service, which will give you the pictures of different goods. Then you simply point and click around the screen for the goods you want. The goods will be sent to you.
#Person1#: I can't believe it. Let me have a try.
#Person2#: It can save you a lot of time. | Tom's mother thinks Tom wastes time surfing the Internet. Tom explains he's doing homework online. Then, Tom teaches his mother how to find information and go shopping online. |
train_8739 | #Person1#: Hello, welcome to the Daily Grind. What can I get for you?
#Person2#: Good morning, I actually have no idea what I want to drink today. Any recommendations?
#Person1#: Do you drink your coffee black? Or do you prefer to add cream, sugar or milk to it?
#Person2#: I definitely do not drink it black. The taste is so strong.
#Person1#: OK, well, then, do you like sweet coffee?
#Person2#: I guess so. To be honest, I'm not much of a coffee drinker. I've always been more of a tea drinker. But lately my friends have all started going out for coffee and juice. I feel like a fool when it is time to order, because I have no idea what to get.
#Person1#: Come in right up. You can pick up your drink at the end of the bar. Have a great day.
#Person2#: Thanks for your help. Where is your tip jar?
#Person1#: Down at the end of the counter with the drinks.
#Person2#: Great. Have a great day. | #Person2# has no idea what type of coffee to order because #Person2# isn't a coffee drinker so #Person2# feels like a fool when it's time to order coffee. #Person1# recommends sweet coffee and #Person2# agrees. |
train_8740 | #Person1#: Are you ready for the trip to the Big Apple?
#Person2#: The Big Apple? What are you referring to?
#Person1#: Don't you know? The Big Apple? Is the nickname for New York City. You're going to New York with us, aren't you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm going. I'm really looking forward to seeing an exhibition of a modern American painter there, but I'm wondering where the nickname came from.
#Person1#: Some musicians in the nineteen twenties gave it the name when they played a concert in New York. The musicians called it the Big Apple.
#Person2#: Amazing. New York is such an interesting place and it even has an interesting nickname. | #Person1# and #Person2# are going to New York City. #Person1# tells #Person2# the Big Apple is the nickname of New York and the reason behind. |
train_8741 | #Person1#: What's wrong with the bus? I have waited nearly an hour.
#Person2#: So have I, it's so cold. The weatherman said it's going to snow around 5 to 7 inches.
#Person1#: So what? Last night, the weather report said the snow would last only one hour, but actually it snowed about 3 hours.
#Person2#: I agree with you. Anyway, the weather changes so much, if it snows today, all stay at home tomorrow.
#Person1#: Oh, you're so lucky. I have to work as usual. I just work in the white building over there.
#Person2#: Really? We work in the same building.
#Person1#: It sounds good. Why don't we have a drink in the coffee shop while waiting for the bus?
#Person2#: Good idea. | #Person1# and #Person2# wait for a bus in cold and discuss the weather. They find they work in the same building and decide to wait in a coffee shop. |
train_8742 | #Person1#: Why are you so dressed up?
#Person2#: I am on my way out to the celebration party of my company and I have to meet some important customers there. How do I look? Is my make up OK?
#Person1#: You look great. Your makeup is also perfect.
#Person2#: Do you think I should wear a different dress?
#Person1#: No, the one you have all looks great, especially with your purple shoes and your hair like that.
#Person2#: Thanks for saying so. Do you have any ideas which necklace I should wear?
#Person1#: With that dress I'd say your white diamond necklace would look perfect.
#Person2#: Thanks for helping out. Now that I'm ready. What are you doing tonight?
#Person1#: Don't you remember? I have a get together party with my college friends.
#Person2#: Oh yes. But who is going to pick up our daughter at school?
#Person1#: Don't worry. I'll pick her up and then send her to my parents before I go. | #Person1# gives some suggestions on #Person2#'s dressing for the celebration party today. #Person1# also has a party to go but will pick up #Person1#'s daughter and sends her to #Person1#'s parents first. |
train_8743 | #Person1#: Reception desk, may I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, this is Smith Brown, from room 1016. The last room on the east side of the hotel.
#Person1#: Yes. Can I do something for you?
#Person2#: You certainly can, I can't get to sleep. The people in the next room, room 1014 are making too much noise. They're probably having a birthday party. All the cheering and laughing are driving me crazy.
#Person1#: I see I'll give them a call.
#Person2#: I wish you would, this has been going on for over 2 hours.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. I'll take care of it right away.
#Person2#: Well, I was really hoping, you could move to a different room. Alright, let me check. Uh, would room 868 be alright? On the eighth floor.
#Person1#: That sounds great, thank you. | Smith calls the reception desk because of the noise from room 1014. #Person1# checks and moves Smith to 868. |
train_8744 | #Person1#: Can you tell me a little bit about yourself?
#Person2#: I am a graduate of a technical university and have been employed as a technician with Company or approximately 10 years.
#Person1#: Please explain why you are interested in leaving your current position and please elaborate on your technical skills.
#Person2#: I am looking for a growth opportunity, which I feel is not available at my current employer. In terms of skills, I am Microsoft certified in Windows XP and several other operating system
#Person1#: Where do you see yourself five years from now?
#Person2#: I see myself in a management position. | #Person1# interviews #Person2# as a technician who is looking for a growth opportunity. #Person2# tells #Person1# about some personal information. |
train_8745 | #Person1#: Would you like your bags to be taken to your room?
#Person2#: Yes, please.
#Person1#: OK. I'll get the bellman to taka them up. Which bags are yours?
#Person2#: My luggage is in the corner over there. They are the leather suitcase, the canvass holdall and the blue backpack.
#Person1#: OK.
#Person2#: Please be careful with the suitcase, it's very heavy.
#Person1#: I'll let the bellboy know. Don't worry, he's very strong.
#Person2#: And the holdall has some fragile items inside, so please be careful with that too.
#Person1#: Of course. | #Person1# will let the bellman take #Person2#'s leather suitcase, the canvass holdall and the blue backpack to #Person2#'s room carefully. |
train_8746 | #Person1#: Hello sir, how may I help you?
#Person2#: I would like to buy some flowers, please. Something really nice.
#Person1#: I see, may I ask what the occasion is?
#Person2#: It ' s not really an occasion, it ' s more like I ' m sorry.
#Person1#: Very well. This arrangement here is very popular among regretful husbands and boyfriends. It has a dozen long stem red roses with a couple of sunflowers and a single orchid that stands out. It includes a small teddy bear to achieve the effect of immediate forgiveness.
#Person2#: I think I ' m gonna need more than just a dozen red roses and a bear. What else do you recommend?
#Person1#: Mmm, well this is our I ' m sorry I cheated on you package. Two dozen red roses lined with tulips, carnations and lilies. The fragrance and beauty of this flower arrangement is sure to make her forgive you.
#Person2#: I don ' t think that ' s gonna cut it. I need something bigger and better!
#Person1#: I ' m sorry sir but, what exactly did you do?
#Person2#: Well, I may have accidentally insinuated that she is getting chubbier.
#Person1#: Get out of my store, you jerk! | #Person2# wants to buy some flowers to show his regret. #Person1# recommends two arrangements but he is not satisfied. After knowing that he insinuated a woman is getting chubbier, #Person1# asks him to leave the store. |
train_8747 | #Person1#: how long will it take us to drive to London?
#Person2#: I think it ' s a distance of 180 kilometers from here to London, so it should be a two-hour drive on the motorway.
#Person1#: that ' s unless there is a traffic jam. It could take three hours.
#Person2#: you ' re right. We will be able to travel at high speeds at the beginning and end of the journey, because we will be in built-up areas.
#Person1#: so, shall we allow three hours to cover the distance?
#Person2#: ok. You haven ' t seen my company car, have you?
#Person1#: no. let me take a look... it ' s longer than my car.
#Person2#: I think it ' s over five meters long. I can ' t remember exactly. It has a maximum speed of over 200 kilometers an hour.
#Person1#: wow! That ' s fast! I don ' t think we will be traveling that fast on the motorway.
#Person2#: we can ' t. if we went that fast, we would break the speed limit. | #Person1# and #Person2# agree to allow three hours to cover the distance to London and talk about #Person2#'s company car's maxium speed over 200 kllometers an hour. |
train_8748 | #Person1#: I was told to come to you to get a chest X-ray.
#Person2#: No problem. Just take your clothes off from the waist up and put the gown on, with the opening in the back.
#Person1#: Then what should I do?
#Person2#: You will stand over here up against this plate.
#Person1#: Should I just stand naturally?
#Person2#: You will raise your arms up shoulder high.
#Person1#: Is this all right?
#Person2#: Yes, you are doing great.
#Person1#: Where will you be going?
#Person2#: I need to stand behind this shield. Now you will take a deep breath, hold it, and let it out.
#Person1#: Is that it?
#Person2#: That's it. You can get dressed when the film is developed. | #Person1# comes to #Person2# to get a chest X-ray. #Person2# gives instructions to #Person1#. |
train_8749 | #Person1#: How's it going?
#Person2#: I'm great. Thanks.
#Person1#: What do you need?
#Person2#: I need to know if I have any fees to pay.
#Person1#: Actually, you do owe some fees.
#Person2#: How much do I owe?
#Person1#: Your fees total $ 235. 13.
#Person2#: That's crazy!
#Person1#: You need to pay these fees soon.
#Person2#: Can I do that right now?
#Person1#: Will you be paying with cash or check?
#Person2#: I think I'll be paying with cash. | #Person2# has to pay $235.13 fees which #Person2# owes and will pay with cash. |
train_8750 | #Person1#: Sorry. What was that you said?
#Person2#: I'll meet you at the Gate round about seven.
#Person1#: Where?
#Person2#: At the Gate.
#Person1#: When, did you say?
#Person2#: Round about seven.
#Person1#: Who's coming?
#Person2#: Peter. Peter Brown, you know. Don't forget to bring the letter.
#Person1#: Sorry. I didn't quite catch what you said. There's a lot of noise outside.
#Person2#: I told you not to forget to bring the letter.
#Person1#: Loretta? No, she can't come, she's busy. | #Person2# informs #Person1# of their meeting's time and place. #Person1# can't hear clearly. |
train_8751 | #Person1#: Hi, Mr. Brown, we have visited the factories and I'm very satisfied with your factories production conditions.
#Person2#: Yes, they are our main export bases of tools with the advantage of having good production experience and long historical record. All their products enjoy high prestige in the world market.
#Person1#: That's very good. But I have little knowledge about the packing of your pliers. I just want to know the details about that.
#Person2#: Ok, I'll show you how the packing is like. We have a showroom on the ground floor. Let's go downstairs and have a look.
#Person1#: Sure.
#Person2#: These are the various kinds of packing for pliers. Normally, we have three types of packing
#Person1#: Oh, the packing looks very nice.
#Person2#: The skin packing is the most advanced packing for this product in the world market. It catches the eyes and can help push sales.
#Person1#: Good, what about the export packing?
#Person2#: Well, they are packed in boxes of two dozens each, 100 boxes to a wooden case.
#Person1#: Is the wooden case strong enough for transportation? You see, 100 boxes of pliers are very heavy. It's about 2, 400 kilograms.
#Person2#: You can rest assured of that. So far, no customers have complained about our outer packing.
#Person1#: I'm glad to hear that. By the way, do you accept neutral packing?
#Person2#: Yes, we can pack the goods according to your instructions.
#Person1#: Very good. Ok, Mr. Brown, I'm now totally satisfied with your packing. You can execute our first order now, and I will open the L / C immediately after I return to Taipei.
#Person2#: All right. We'll make the shipment as soon as your L / C is on hand. | Mr. Brown introduces the three types of packing which are the skin packing, export packing and the neutral packing for their pliers to #Person1#. #Person1# is satisfied and asks Mr. Brown to execute the order. |
train_8752 | #Person1#: Wake up sleepyhead. The sun is beginning to shine. What a lovely summer day!
#Person2#: Yeah, clearly blue sky. But it is a bit too hot for me. I don't like heat and humidity.
#Person1#: It's not that hot. It's cooler than yesterday. Let's go swimming!
#Person2#: That's a thought. It's still early, and the beach isn't crowded at this time of the day. If we don't stay too long, we won't get sunburned.
#Person1#: Yeah, sounds like fun. I can wear my new pink bikini.
#Person2#: There won't be anyone there to appreciate how cute you are.
#Person1#: Who cares! Well, the smart guys get there early. That's the kind of guy I want to meet. Let's go!
#Person2#: If you are going to husband hunting in a bikini, then I want to wear one, too.
#Person1#: Ok, you could borrow one of mine.
#Person2#: Thanks, how about the green and black one?
#Person1#: No problem. Here it is. | #Person1# wants to go swimming and husband-hunting in a bikini and invites #Person2#. #Person2# agrees and borrows a green and black bikini from #Person1#. |
train_8753 | #Person1#: There is a new coffee shop opening up down the street.
#Person2#: I hope that they have a good menu. Most coffee shops only have coffee and Danish.
#Person1#: That's right. You don't drink coffee, do you?
#Person2#: No, so it's usually boring to join my friends in the afternoon at a regular coffee shop.
#Person1#: What kind of things would you like to see on the menu?
#Person2#: Maybe a fruit salad and a few different hot sandwiches at least.
#Person1#: That shouldn't be too difficult. Since this is a small neighborhood, maybe they will take this suggestion.
#Person2#: Let's try it! | #Person1# tells #Person2# about the new coffee shop. #Person2# wants to give the coffee shop a suggestion on its menu. |
train_8754 | #Person1#: Do you like music?
#Person2#: Well, it depends.
#Person1#: Do you think the music is well-matched?
#Person2#: No, I think the music is too fast.
#Person1#: How about the words of the song?
#Person2#: It sounds nice.
#Person1#: I like it. Naturally it can arouse your feelings.
#Person2#: Yes, I think so. It's very emotional.
#Person1#: Of course, and I also like the rhythms.
#Person2#: Full of energy and hope.
#Person1#: Really. It's worth listening to and enjoying.
#Person2#: Certainly it is. It's worth an Academy Award. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about a song. They both enjoy it because it's emotionaland full of energy and hope. |
train_8755 | #Person1#: I hate to say goodbye, but it's late.
#Person2#: Can't you stay for a little bit longer, it's only 8.
#Person1#: I wish I could. But I'm afraid I can't. I've got some serious studying to do. I have to go.
#Person2#: OK. See you on Today.
#Person1#: See you on Moday. Have a great weekend.
#Person2#: You too. Thanks for dropping in. | #Person2# wants #Person1# to stay but #Person1# has to leave. |
train_8756 | #Person1#: Did you hear what happened to Mike in Accounts?
#Person2#: No. What?
#Person1#: He got arrested on Friday night and spent the night in jail.
#Person2#: No. Really, what happened?
#Person1#: Well, it was all a big mistake, actually. He got home on Friday night really late, and apparently he'd been out drinking with some clients, so he was really drunk.
#Person2#: Was he out with the guys from the bank?
#Person1#: Yes, I think so.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah, they always get really drunk.
#Person1#: Well, anyway, he'd somehow lost his wallet and his house keys, so he couldn't get in. He lives alone, you know.
#Person2#: Oh, really. I thought he lived with his wife.
#Person1#: No, she left him last year.
#Person2#: Oh, really? Do you know why?
#Person1#: Hang on, let me finish telling you what happened. Where was I?
#Person2#: He lost his wallet and keys.
#Person1#: Oh yes, well, he tried to climb in through the bathroom window, but apparently he slipped and broke the glass with his foot. The neighbors heard him and thought a robbery was in progress, so they called the police.
#Person2#: Oh, no.
#Person1#: Yes. So when the cops arrived, they didn't believe his story
#Person2#: So then what happened?
#Person1#: Well, when he sobered up, he called someone from work to come and bail him out.
#Person2#: Well, that's a bit of a tricky situation.
#Person1#: Yes, I know. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the reason why Mike got arrested. Mike was drunk and lost the house keys. He lived alone so he had to climb in. The neighbors thought it was a robbery, so they called the police. |
train_8757 | #Person1#: What are your weekend arrangements?
#Person2#: There're many things I can do on weekends.
#Person1#: What sort of things are you interested in?
#Person2#: I'm keen on talking short trips to nearby scenic spots. More often than not, I go with some of my friends. By the way, what are your favorites?
#Person1#: I love swimming and cycling. On Sunday morning I have swimming practice for an hour. In the afternoon, I just ride my bike around the city or along the country roads for almost two hours.
#Person2#: That's great! I think they do you a lot of good. Where do you swim?
#Person1#: Mostly in the city's swimming pool. But on occasion, I go to the beach with friends. Well, what do you do at leisure?
#Person2#: I'm fond of dancing.
#Person1#: Good. You really know how to enjoy yourself. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about their weekend arrangements. #Person1# likes swimming and cycling. #Person2# likes taking short trips to nearby scenic spots and dancing. |
train_8758 | #Person1#: Hoo, I'm getting tired, Jeanine, been a long day.
#Person2#: I'm not quitting yet. You know my favourite slogan, don't you?
#Person1#: Yeah, I know. Shop till you drop.
#Person2#: Right!
#Person1#: I'm getting a little short on cash. Let's just window shop a little.
#Person2#: Ok.
#Person1#: Hey, Jeanine, get a load of that. It's beautiful.
#Person2#: Ahahah, and I thought you were tired.
#Person1#: You know. . I have a weakness for long dresses.
#Person2#: It sure looks special, looks expensive too.
#Person1#: Sure does. Hey, can I sponge a little cash of you?
#Person2#: Don't worry, Mary, I've got you covered.
#Person1#: Thanks, Jeanine, you are a real pal. Let's go in. | Mary wants to window shop because of short on cash but finds a beautiful dress. Jeanine will lend her the money. |
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