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train_9859 | #Person1#: Jay, how were your New Year's celebrations?
#Person2#: I celebrated with my host family, since I didn't go home. It's a long way from here to Beijing.
#Person1#: Did you have a good time with your host family?
#Person2#: Yeah, it was fun sharing our stories. What did you do to celebrate New Years?
#Person1#: Each family is different, I think. But one of my family traditions is the Rose Bowl and the Rose Parade.
#Person2#: Wait, what's the Rose Bowl? And what's the Rose Parade?
#Person1#: Well, the Rose Bowl is an annual american college football game, usually played on January first. The Rose Parade is held on the same day unless New Year falls on a Sunday.
#Person2#: Then, anything fun?
#Person1#: It includes flower covered floats. There are also marching bands. It's really cool. | Jay celebrated New Year with his host family. #Person1# introduces #Person1#'s family traditions named the Rose Bowl and the Rose Parade to Jay. |
train_9860 | #Person1#: Oh, it's already 10:30 now. I haven't finished my homework yet.
#Person2#: Don't worry. The clock on the wall is 20 minutes fast.
#Person1#: Great. Please tell Alice to wait for me till 11 o'clock.
#Person2#: Where are you going?
#Person1#: We're going to Sally's birthday party.
#Person2#: When will it be?
#Person1#: It will be at about 12 o'clock in the rose restaurant. | #Person1# thinks it's 10:30, but #Person2# says the clock is 20 minutes fast. |
train_9861 | #Person1#: Was that telephone ringing?
#Person2#: I didn't hear anything.
#Person1#: I thought I heard it ring two or three times.
#Person2#: Sometimes when the windows are open, you can hear our neighbors phone.
#Person1#: Well, I'm expecting an important phone call and I don't want to miss it.
#Person2#: Is it anything I should know about?
#Person1#: Not really. It has something to do with work and doesn't really affect us here at home.
#Person2#: Well, why don't you go ahead and do what you want to do outside? I'll call you if the phone rings.
#Person1#: Thanks, I think I will. I've been waiting so long now. I'm getting nervous. I need to breathe in some fresh air. | #Person1#'s expecting an important phone call. #Person2# suggests #Person1# go outside, and #Person2# will call #Person1# if the phone rings. |
train_9862 | #Person1#: Mr. Dick. Does the recommendation of the university play an important role?
#Person2#: Yes. In fact, the recommendation letter written by the university is an indirect self-recommendation. In the long period of cooperation, the university has established good relationship with the companies or organizations, they trust each other well. If your university recommends you, you can be approved more easily.
#Person1#: But I find that most of the recommendation letters written by universities are the same. So I doubt its authority.
#Person2#: More and more persons have the same discoveries since most universities do that in order to save energy. If your university also does like this, you can look for other methods, because such kinds of recommendations say nothing for you.
#Person1#: Could you tell me whether or not I send out my resume with it?
#Person2#: It depends. If it has something special or useful, I suggest you send it out. | Mr. Dick thinks the recommendation letters written by universities play an important role, but if #Person1#'s university gives students the same recommendation letters, it might be useless. He suggests #Person1# send out #Person1#'s resume with it if it is useful. |
train_9863 | #Person1#: I take care of the letters. I may read, sort out and organize incoming mails.
#Person2#: So you have to open all the envelopes.
#Person1#: Yes, except the personal mail. And I also need to prepare the materials for posting and check the e-mail box regularly.
#Person2#: Do you need to file copies of the letters before sending them?
#Person1#: Yes, and I check all the e-mails for Mr. Thomas.
#Person2#: I take care of the letters. I may read, sort out and organize incoming mails.
#Person1#: So you have to open all the envelopes.
#Person2#: Yes, except the personal mail. And I also need to prepare the materials for posting and check the e-mail box regularly.
#Person1#: Do you need to file copies of the letters before sending them?
#Person2#: Yes, and I check all the e-mails for Mr. Thomas. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# takes care of letters except for the personal mail, prepares the materials for posting, and checks the e-mail box regularly. |
train_9864 | #Person1#: Would you like some more coffee?
#Person2#: No thanks. I'm full. We need to find our waitress and get our bill.
#Person1#: Good luck finding the waitress!
#Person2#: The service this evening has kind of sucked. Is that our server over there?
#Person1#: I'll go get the check, since our server doesn't seem to be headed this way.
#Person2#: Good. I'll just stay here until you get back.
#Person1#: So the total is $ 36.00 for our dinner.
#Person2#: How much of a tip do you think our waitress deserves?
#Person1#: I wonder if no tip would be appropriate in light of the service.
#Person2#: I kind of feel the same way, but they may have just been really short-staffed tonight.
#Person1#: I think that we should leave 10 %.
#Person2#: $ 3.60 will be the right amount for the tip. | #Person1# and #Person2# think the service this evening has kind of sucked but they still leave 10% for the tip. |
train_9865 | #Person1#: Could you project what you would like to be doing five years from now?
#Person2#: As I have some administrative experience from my last job, I may use my organizational and planning skills in the future.
#Person1#: How do you plan to accomplish this?
#Person2#: By doing everything necessary and for further study.
#Person1#: How long would you like to stay with this company?
#Person2#: How long I will stay with the company depends on whether the company and I are satisfied with each other.
#Person1#: What do you think of this industry's outlook in five years?
#Person2#: I do believe this industry will be developed rapidly in 5 years time. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about #Person2#'s career plan five years from now and #Person2#'s opinion on this industry's outlook in five years. |
train_9866 | #Person1#: We are redecorating and I'm going to add some things.
#Person2#: Well, I'll be glad to help you out. We can deliver what you need to your office.
#Person1#: Shall we meet at 1:15 this Thursday? We definitely need some new filing cabinets and at least one desk unit.
#Person2#: Fine, I'll bring both our office furniture and equipment catalogs on Thursday. | #Person1# is redecorating and wants to add some things. #Person2# offers #Person2#'s help. |
train_9867 | #Person1#: What a nice day!
#Person2#: yes. How about going out and enjoying the sunshine on the grass?
#Person1#: great, let's go!
#Person2#: hey, darling, I think I might have a little heatstroke from being in the sun all day. I was so relaxed. It felt as if I were in another world.
#Person1#: exactly. You know, the sunshine and wind remind me of our honeymoon. You remember? The island, the sound of the waves, the salty sea air and the sunshine...
#Person2#: yes, it was wonderful but it's already been a year. How time flies!
#Person1#: why not go again to celebrate out one-year anniversary? We can go to the same beach, stay in the same hotel and enjoy a dinner in the same restaurant.
#Person2#: are you kidding? Can you afford it? Do you think we can get a room on such short notice?
#Person1#: never mind that, I'll take care of it. Are you available next week?
#Person2#: yeah, I think so.
#Person1#: ok. I'll make the arrangements. It will be great.
#Person2#: wonderful! I'll start packing our suitcases. | #Person1# and #Person2# are going out and enjoying the sunshine on the grass, which reminds them of their honeymoon. They decide to go again to celebrate their one-year anniversary next week. |
train_9868 | #Person1#: Hi, I would like to purchase a one way ticket to Brussels, please.
#Person2#: Certainly sir, this is our train schedule. We have an express train departing every morning and an overnight train that departs at nine pm.
#Person1#: How long does it take to get there?
#Person2#: About twelve hours. We currently have tickets available only for first class on the express train. If you'd like, you can choose a sleeper on the overnight train which is a bit less expensive.
#Person1#: Yeah, I think that is the best option. Do you serve food on the train? Twelve hours is such a long time!
#Person2#: Yes, of course. There is a dining car towards the front of the train where they serve meals at all times. We do provide complimentary water and coffee for all of our passengers.
#Person1#: Great! I'll take it.
#Person2#: Here you are sir. Your train leaves from platform number nine at nine on the dot. Remember to be here at least thirty minutes before your scheduled departure time or else you might miss your train!
#Person1#: I understand. Thank you very much!
#Person2#: Have a great trip. | #Person1# wants to buy a one-way ticket to Brussels. #Person2# helps #Person1# to buy a sleeper on the overnight train and asks #Person1# to be here at least 30 minutes before the departure time. |
train_9869 | #Person1#: Do you want a cigarette?
#Person2#: No, thank you. I've given up, you know.
#Person1#: You don't mind if I have one.
#Person2#: Well, all tight. But you know, smoking does do harm to your health.
#Person1#: Yes, you are right.
#Person2#: Why don't you try and give it up?
#Person1#: I've tried to give up smoking several times, but it's no use. | #Person2# has given up smoking and advises #Person1# to give it up too. #Person1# has tried but it's no use. |
train_9870 | #Person1#: The company is selecting three employees to attend the marketing seminar next month. Did you put your name in for it?
#Person2#: No, I don't really care too much for seminars. . . I find them to be either boring ot useless. I mean, how much can you really learn in one afternoon?
#Person1#: It's not just about the things that you learn, you know. . . seminars are a really great opportunity to mingle and network with professionals in our industry from all over the nation. You can learn a few things, but more importantly, you rub shoulders with the business leaders and make contacts that could lead to potential sales or partnerships in the future. The social mixers are always more important than the seminars anyway.
#Person2#: I'm still not too jazzed about going. . . I feel kind of awkward in those cocktail party situations.
#Person1#: Well, what if I told you the seminar is going to be held in Hawaii? Does that perk your interest?
#Person2#: Now you're talking. | #Person2# thinks going to the seminar is either boring or useless even though #Person1# talks about its advantages. #Person2# becomes interested when hearing that it is going to be held in Hawaii. |
train_9871 | #Person1#: Do you have much experience with kids?
#Person2#: Yes. I have three sons. Actually I also have a grandson.
#Person1#: To tell you the truth, sometimes I regret having a baby so early. I have been making so many sacrifices just because my husband insisted on keeping the baby.
#Person2#: I understand. I was in your position before. At that time I couldn't depend on anyone taking care of the children for me. My husband seldom stayed at home.
#Person1#: What about your mother? Did she help you?
#Person2#: Yes, she did a little. But you see, Americans are different from Chinese. You can't depend on your own mother to be a full-time babysitter. She could baby-sit only once or twice a week. That's it. I had to care for them most of the time.
#Person1#: I see. So if my little family goes to America, I would end up taking care of my child all the time. My husband would have to make the bread for us. I just don't know how I would get some education and be able to get a job some day.
#Person2#: Don't worry. You can take night classes. I did that when I had kids. And soon your child will be old enough to attend kindergarten. Then you could find a job and work.
#Person1#: Sounds not so easy to me. When that happens, I will be too old to learn.
#Person2#: No. You see, I went back to school to get my Master's Degree when I was in my thirties. You won't be older than that. | #Person1# sometimes regrets having a baby so early. #Person2# understands #Person1# because #Person2# was in #Person1#'s position before. #Person1# is worried that #Person1# would end up taking care of the child all the time. #Person2# advises #Person1# to take night classes and find a job after #Person1#'s child attends kindergarten. |
train_9872 | #Person1#: So Dick, how about getting some coffee for tonight?
#Person2#: Coffee? I don't honestly like that kind of stuff.
#Person1#: Come on, you can at least try a little, besides your cigarette.
#Person2#: What's wrong with that? Cigarette is the thing I go crazy for.
#Person1#: Not for me, Dick. | #Person1# invites Dick to get some coffee but Dick only wants cigarettes. |
train_9873 | #Person1#: Mr. : Are you Mary Lin?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Mr. : I'm Mr. Rogers, your homeroom teacher.
#Person2#: Where should I sit?
#Person1#: Mr. : Why don't you sit behind Brad?
#Person2#: Who's Brad?
#Person1#: Mr. : He's that guy in the blue shirt.
#Person2#: When does the first period begin, by the way?
#Person1#: Mr. : As soon as the bell rings after the morning announcement. | Mr. Rogers asks Mary Lin to sit behind Brad and says the first period will begin when the bell rings. |
train_9874 | #Person1#: Hey Mike. What are you doing tonight?
#Person2#: Nothing planned. How about you?
#Person1#: Work is kicking my ass. I'm so stressed. Let's go grab a drink.
#Person2#: I'm always up for a drink. To tell you the truth, it's been quite stressful here too.
#Person1#: I say we get drunk tonight. I don't want to think about all this stuff.
#Person2#: But we have to work tomorrow.
#Person1#: We won't stay out too late. I just need to forget about work.
#Person2#: I hear ya. Let's do it. | #Person1# invites Mike to grab a drink and promises not to stay out too late. Mike agrees. |
train_9875 | #Person1#: I just got a telegram from Margaret and Greg.
#Person2#: Are they coming to Chicago again?
#Person1#: Yes. They're coming the beginning of August.
#Person2#: Oh, good! We can all get together again.
#Person1#: I'm glad they're coming in August. Maybe Greg and I can play some golf or get tickets to a baseball game.
#Person2#: And Margaret and I can take the dog and go jogging in the park.
#Person1#: Remember the garden party they gave when we were in England?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. We all sat on the grass, and Margaret played the guitar and sang Greek songs.
#Person1#: I had a great time. It'll be good to see them again. | #Person1# and #Person2# are glad to know that Margaret and Greg are coming to Chicago in August. |
train_9876 | #Person1#: Do you have s second?
#Person2#: Sure. What do you want?
#Person1#: I want to tell you I've put in my notice.
#Person2#: Really? Why?
#Person1#: I've been thinking about this for several months, well before the Spring Festival holidays.
#Person2#: And the holidays provided you a chance to think over all this and make a decision?
#Person1#: Yeah, after receiving my yearly bouns, I want to search out better opportunities in the spring job market. I've been working in the company for nearly a year and a half and I still haven't received a pay rise. It's unfair.
#Person2#: Absolutely. With your expertise and experience, you're clearly working below your pay grade.
#Person1#: That's exactly why I decided to quit the job and find a new one. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# hasn't received a pay rise so #Person1# decided to quit the job and find a new one. |
train_9877 | #Person1#: So Kim, have you ever had anything stolen?
#Person2#: Stolen? No, why?
#Person1#: My uncle just had his motorcycle stolen a few nights ago. I was just thinking about how clever criminals are these days.
#Person2#: Criminals are clever? They're only successful when people are careless.
#Person1#: I don't know. The ones who stole my uncle's motorcycle were pretty good.
#Person2#: If your uncle had an alarm system, then it wouldn't have happened.
#Person1#: He did. It was one of the best ones available. But that didn't stop them from disabling it. And on a crowded street too.
#Person2#: Didn't anyone stop them?
#Person1#: You would think that people would be smart enough to stop something like that. No one knew his motorcycle was being stolen. The thieves came in a truck and convinced everybody that my uncle was parked illegally and they were there to tow it away.
#Person2#: Wow, they were good. I guess criminals aren't that dumb after all.
#Person1#: That's not the end. They were so good that they convinced a bystander to help them lift the motorcycle and put it in the truck. | Kim thinks criminals only succeed when people are careless. #Person1# persuades Kim that criminals are clever these days by telling Kim how #Person1#'s uncle's motorcycle was stolen. |
train_9878 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, sir. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like a cheeseburger and a large order of French fries.
#Person1#: Would you like anything to drink with that?
#Person2#: Yes, a medium Coke.
#Person1#: Will that be all?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: For here or to go?
#Person2#: To go, please. ( The attendant hands the customer his order. )
#Person1#: That'll be $ 4. 25. . . ( The customer gives her a 5 dollar bill. ). . . out of five. Here is your change, sir. Have a nice day. | #Person1# helps #Person2# order a cheeseburger, French fries, and a Coke to go. |
train_9879 | #Person1#: Okay, I want to change 22, 000.
#Person2#: Could you please fill out this form?
#Person1#: Okay, here you are. ( She hands the completed form and the money to the clerk. )
#Person2#: Here's your $ 200.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person2# helps #Person1# to change 22,000 to $200. |
train_9880 | #Person1#: Hi, I'm here to check in.
#Person2#: Would you please fill out this registration 1 form?
#Person1#: Thank you. . . Excuse me, sir. You forgot to fill in your visa number.
#Person2#: Did I? Let me see that. . . Oh, sorry. . . here you are. | #Person2# helps #Person1# to check-in. |
train_9881 | #Person1#: I'm in 507, and I have a big problem.
#Person2#: I'm so sorry. Kindly tell me what the problem is, sir.
#Person1#: Everywhere I look, I see cockroaches.
#Person2#: Perhaps you could look again, sir, to double-check.
#Person1#: The next cockroach I see will be number ten.
#Person2#: Mr. Sandals, I've worked here five years without seeing one cockroach.
#Person1#: I've already suffered enough without listening anymore to you!
#Person2#: You're right, sir. Please let me transfer you to my supervisor | Mr. Sandals complains about the cockroaches. #Person1# doesn't believe it and will transfer him to #Person1#'s supervisor. |
train_9882 | #Person1#: I am so sorry that I must be off now. My girlfriend told me I must arrive at her home in ten minutes or she will break up with me.
#Person2#: She can cope with it. Don't be such a wimp! | #Person1# must be off to meet #Person1#'s girlfriend. |
train_9883 | #Person1#: When I was at school, I was quite good at track and field events. I was on the school team for the long jump, 100 and 200 meter sprints and the javelin.
#Person2#: Really? I was quite good at the hurdles and the discus.
#Person1#: I wish that I were good at the discus, but I could rarely throw it in the right direction! I was awful. With the hurdles, I could never jump over them!
#Person2#: I thought you were good at the high jump!
#Person1#: No, I was good at the long jump. I liked the sprints best.
#Person2#: Did you ever win any competitions?
#Person1#: I was regional champion for the 100 and 200 meters. I usually did well in the dong jump competitions, but I couldn't compete with kids from other schools in the javelin. How about you?
#Person2#: I came second and third a few times in the regional championships, but I never won. Did you ever take part in the national championship for the sprinting events?
#Person1#: Yes, I did, but I didn't do very well. I made the final in both events, but came last. At least I made the final. I was very pleased with that. | #Person1# was good at long jump, 100 and 200-meter sprints, and the javelin. #Person2# was good at the hurdles and the discus. They talk about their experiences in regional and national competitions. |
train_9884 | #Person1#: Well, that's why you'r here. My source for big TV sets overcharged me on the last shipment, so I need someone new. I wanted to meet you to see if we can work together. I think
#Person2#: I agree.
#Person1#: Fine, but before you agree, don't you need to know what you're agreeing to?
#Person2#: I guess you're right. But like you said, you called me here to check me out. I've been doing the same.
#Person1#: Ha, ha, ha! That's fair. How did I do?
#Person2#: Quite good, actually. I'm pretty sure you're demanding, but fair and honest. I feel we can work together.
#Person1#: Good, well, here's what I need from you. Are you ready?
#Person2#: Shoot!
#Person1#: Well, I know you work for someone else, but as your client, please, we have to get this straight between us. I'm your client, not your company. As your client, I expect you to be square with me at all times. Can you do that?
#Person2#: I don't see a problem.
#Person1#: Good! Do you have any questions? | #Person1#'s source for big TV sets overcharged #Person1# on the last shipment so #Person1# asks #Person2# if they can work together. #Person1# expects #Person2# to be square with #Person1# at all times. #Person2# agrees. |
train_9885 | #Person1#: What do you want to be?
#Person2#: Dad, I haven't thought about it. I'm still young.
#Person1#: Oh, honey, but you must know what your hobby is, right?
#Person2#: I like playing the piano.
#Person1#: Yes, you play the piano well. You could be a good pianist. That's good. | #Person2# likes playing the piano. #Person1# thinks #Person2# could be a pianist. |
train_9886 | #Person1#: Excuse me, what material is it?
#Person2#: Rhaki. Do you want some?
#Person1#: No, where are the cotton cloths?
#Person2#: I will show you.
#Person1#: What is the shrink rate after washing?
#Person2#: Less than 5 %. It's quite durable. | #Person2# shows #Person1# the cotton cloths with a shrink rate of less than 5%. |
train_9887 | #Person1#: I'm interested in all kinds of your products, but this time I would like to order some fireworks and mosquito coil incense. Please quote us C. I. F. Rangoon.
#Person2#: Please let us know the quantity required so that we can work out the premium and freight charges.
#Person1#: I'm going to place a trial order for 1, 000 units of a dozen fireworks and 500 cartons of mosquito coil incense.
#Person2#: All right. Here are our F. O. B. price lists. All the prices are subject to our final confirmation.
#Person1#: Your price is reasonable but I wonder if you would give us a discount. You know for the products like yours we usually get 2 % or 3 % discount from European suppliers.
#Person2#: We usually offer on a net basis only. Many of our clients have been doing very well on this quoted price.
#Person1#: Discounts will more or less encourage us to make every effort to push sales of your products.
#Person2#: The quantity you ordered is much smaller than those of others. If you can manage to boost it a bit, we'll consider giving you a better discount.
#Person1#: As far as a trial order is concerned, the quantity is by no means small. And generally speaking, we like to profit from a trial order. I hope you'll be able to meet our requirements.
#Person2#: Well, as this is the first deal between us, we agree to give you an one-percent discount as a special encouragement.
#Person1#: 1 %? That's too low a rate. Could you see your way to increase it to 2 %? .
#Person2#: I'm afraid we have really made a great concession, and could not go any further.
#Person1#: It seems this is the only proposal for me to accept. I'll come again tomorrow to discuss it in detail.
#Person2#: All right. See you tomorrow. | #Person1# is going to place a trial order for 1, 000 units of a dozen fireworks and 500 cartons of mosquito coil incense and asks for a discount. #Person2# agrees to give #Person1# a 1% discount as this is the first deal between them. They will discuss it in detail tomorrow. |
train_9888 | #Person1#: I am sorry I am so late to work.
#Person2#: What was the problem?
#Person1#: I lost track of time.
#Person2#: Things happen ; make sure it doesn't become a habit.
#Person1#: OK, it won't happen again.
#Person2#: All right, please take this message and call this client.
#Person1#: OK, no problem.
#Person2#: Now does everyone understand the diagram on the board?
#Person1#: Yes, I understand the numbers.
#Person2#: I will explain it again ; especially for those of you who arrived late. | #Person1# was late to work. #Person2# asks #Person1# not to do it again and will explain the diagram again. |
train_9889 | #Person1#: My goodness! My silk dress is shrunk. How did you wash it?
#Person2#: It was washed by washing machine.
#Person1#: It should be handwashed with cold water. It's a common sense. Don't you know it?
#Person2#: I'm so sorry. I have no idea of it. I washed silk dress the first time. I'll buy a new one for you or I'll give you money.
#Person1#: That's all right. Please ask me if you don't know how to do something next time. You can keep the silk dress if you don't mind. I think it fits you.
#Person2#: It's very nice of you. I'll try my best to do my job well. | #Person1#'s silk dress is shrunk because #Person2# doesn't know how to wash it. #Person1# forgives #Person2# and gives the dress to #Person2#. |
train_9890 | #Person1#: Please take a seat.
#Person2#: Thanks.
#Person1#: Now what can I do for you?
#Person2#: Well, I'm looking for a job.
#Person1#: Fine, but first I need some information about you.
#Person2#: What kind of information do you want?
#Person1#: Well, first of all, your name. What's your surname?
#Person2#: Wilson.
#Person1#: And your other names?
#Person2#: Steven Michael.
#Person1#: Have you got your e-mail address?
#Person2#: Yes, It's Henrylee@yahoo. com.
#Person1#: How old are you?
#Person2#: Twenty-one.
#Person1#: Where were you Bron?
#Person2#: In California.
#Person1#: Are you married or single?
#Person2#: I'm single.
#Person1#: And what was your last job?
#Person2#: I was an office boy. | Wilson is looking for a job and gives #Person1# some personal information. |
train_9891 | #Person1#: How do I get to the EDD?
#Person2#: Actually, you do not need to go into the office to file a claim. You can do it over the phone or the Internet.
#Person1#: Can I go in to look for a job at their office?
#Person2#: That's a good decision. They have many good job search tools there.
#Person1#: Is there an office near me?
#Person2#: The Internet has a list of Employment Development Offices listed online.
#Person1#: Do you know where the local office for this area is?
#Person2#: Our office is over on Green Street, just west of the college.
#Person1#: If I go there, will I be able to collect money right away?
#Person2#: Everyone has a one-week waiting period before they can collect. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# can look for a job at EDD's office and gives #Person1# the address of the local office for this area. |
train_9892 | #Person1#: My, it looks too queer!
#Person2#: Yes, it is a queer drug, a tonic only available in China. Many ancient Chinese medicine journals have recorded that it can cure such ailments as night sweat, pain at loins and knees and anaemia. It has no side effect.
#Person1#: Great! Will you please tell me how to take it?
#Person2#: Yes, madam. Fill 3 or 5 pieces of Cordyceps into a cleaned and chopped open duck's head and cook with the whole duck. Or stew Cordyceps with chicken.
#Person1#: That sounds very interesting!
#Person2#: Please don't eat turnip and garlic when taking this medicine.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to take the tonic that is only available in China and can cure ailments without side effects. |
train_9893 | #Person1#: Do I often have to work overtime?
#Person2#: Yes, you have to work overtime a lot due to the editing job.
#Person1#: Is there any extra pay for that?
#Person2#: No, but we'll provide you with good businesses at the end of the year. | #Person1# has to work overtime a lot without extra pay. |
train_9894 | #Person1#: I really can't stand the way Paul controls the conversation all the time. If he's going to be at the New Year's party, I just won't come.
#Person2#: I'm sorry you feel that way, but my father insists that he come. | #Person1# won't come to the party if Paul will be there. |
train_9895 | #Person1#: Thanks for agreeing to this interview,Mrs. Rogers. My teacher wants me to interview someone who lived during the 1940s.
#Person2#: Of course, Joey. What's your first question?
#Person1#: Well,where were you living in 1940?
#Person2#: In Minneapolis, Minnesota, where I was born and raised.
#Person1#: Did you live with your family?
#Person2#: Yes,with my parents and my younger brother. In 1943,I moved to Washington D. C. by myself. I got a job as a typist for a newspaper.
#Person1#: What was D. C. like?
#Person2#: It was an exciting time to be living there. I got my interest in politics from being in the nation's capital. When I moved to California,I went straight to Sacramento and got a job working for a state lawmaker.
#Person1#: Were you in California when the war ended?
#Person2#: No, I was still in D. C. I met my husband there, and we moved the following year, in 1946.
#Person1#: How long did you work for the lawmaker?
#Person2#: Well, I was a secretary for that politician for two years. Then I had my two girls and stayed home for a few years. But as soon as they were old enough, I ran for office myself.
#Person1#: Really? Did you win?
#Person2#: I did. I spent the next 20 years as a local politician.
#Person1#: Wow. I've lived next door for years, and I didn't even know that! | Joey interviews Mrs. Rogers who lived during the 1940s. Mrs. Rogers lived in Minneapolis in 1940 with her family and moved to D.C. in 1943 and to California in 1946. She worked for a lawmaker for two years and ran for office herself when her daughters were old enough. |
train_9896 | #Person1#: Meg, I've just got us tickets to Singapore.
#Person2#: So exciting, then when do we set off?
#Person1#: The plane leaves tomorrow afternoon. So we set off for the airport at 11 am.
#Person2#: So we leave at 11 am. Do we stop off anywhere on the way or is it a direct flight?
#Person1#: Well, there aren't any direct flights, we can stop off in Hong Kong. So we can stop and spend two days there on our way to Singapore.
#Person2#: Great. I always wanna go there. When do we get back?
#Person1#: We'll return home in 10 days' time.
#Person2#: Wow, wonderful, I just can't wait. | #Person1# and Meg will go to Singapore tomorrow. They will stop off in Hong Kong and return home in 10 days. |
train_9897 | #Person1#: Mrs. Whinfield, thank you very much for allowing me to visit your wonderful garden. It really helps me a lot to write an article on Dorset gardens for our paper. Now I wonder if I could ask you a few questions.
#Person2#: Yes, sure.
#Person1#: Could you tell me when you became interested in gardening?
#Person2#: Well, I was always interested in wild flowers and then in 1980 I read Margery Fish's book Cottage Garden Flowers, which is full of practical advice and personal opinions. But I was reading about plants that I didn't know, so I started to read as much as I could and get different writers' advice. I also used to visit Kew Gardens a lot. That was when we lived in Harrow, West London. I learned a lot from my visit. By the way, Dorset is one of England's three most beautiful towns, the other two being Wiltshire and Somerset. You must know what. I'm often invited to give talks to biology students in college.
#Person1#: Yes, certainly. That's why I came here. Now what was your first garden like?
#Person2#: It was a very tiny piece of land, which came with my house in Harrow, West London.
#Person1#: Do you grow many plants yourself?
#Person2#: I don't grow many plants from seeds. But I have several friends and we often give each other plants. My garden is a place which often reminds me of so many people through the plants they've given me. | #Person1# thanks Mrs. Whinfield for letting #Person1# visit her garden and asks her a few questions to write an article. Mrs. Whinfield tells #Person1# about when she became interested in gardening and what her first garden was like. She and her friends give each other plants. |
train_9898 | #Person1#: Oh, hi, Fred! I didn't know whether to save you a place or not. Why are you so late?
#Person1#: It's our maths teacher. She always keeps us in class until ten past ten.
#Person2#: Doesn't she know that you're supposed to get out at ten?
#Person1#: I guess so. But she never looks at her watch. She just keeps talking.
#Person2#: Don't the students complain about it? I would say something.
#Person1#: No. Everybody is too polite.
#Person2#: Well, you could try and talk to her.
#Person1#: Maybe. But I'm afraid she might feel hurt.
#Person2#: Well,it all depends on how and when you say it. If you tell her about it in a friendly way when she's not busy, she might be thankful. She might even ask you to remind her of the time in the future.
#Person1#: Really? That would be wonderful. Thanks for your advice. | Fred is late because his maths teacher always keeps students in class too late. #Person1# advises him to tell her about it in a friendly way when she's not busy. |
train_9899 | #Person1#: Look, Forest Gump is on at six thirty.
#Person2#: Really? It was on in 1994 for the first time. And it is really a classic.
#Person1#: Yeah, I am very impressed with Tom Hanks' performance in the movie.
#Person2#: I am also impressed with the lines in the movie.
#Person1#: Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get.
#Person2#: That's my favorite.
#Person1#: You know, it also won 6 Oscar awards in 1995. Unbelievable!
#Person2#: It deserves. That film can give us a lot of inspiration.
#Person1#: Yes, the Forrest's experience can encourage the people in trouble.
#Person2#: All in all, it will never lose its appeal.
#Person1#: Gucci, I have an idea. Do you want to see this movie together?
#Person2#: Sure. Now you are talking. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about Forest Gump, including its lines and awards and the actor's performance. They will see it together. |
train_9900 | #Person1#: I need to purchase some business cards.
#Person2#: No problem. How many are you thinking about?
#Person1#: I think 2, 000 would be fine.
#Person2#: If you'll just fill out this form, please.
#Person1#: I want the new cards to be exactly like this card.
#Person2#: We can do that very easily.
#Person1#: . . . Okay, I'm done. Here's the form and my old card.
#Person2#: Great. Your order will take only one week.
#Person1#: You know, I think it would be better if I could pick it up in three days.
#Person2#: We can do that. It'll just cost you extra. | #Person1# needs 2,000 business cards to be exactly like an old card. #Person2# can do that in three days with extra pay. |
train_9901 | #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# talk about the horrendous air quality in the city. #Person1# explains the greenhouse effect to #Person2#, which is related to global warming. #Person2# heard some people are pleased with it but #Person1# tells #Person2# it's only a joke to deal with unfortunate situations. |
train_9902 | #Person1#: Trina, will you marry me?
#Person2#: Yes! Yes! And yes! Jared , of course I'll marry you!
#Person1#: Oh,Babe, I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with you! I can't wait for all the adventures we're going to have, for all the fights and the laughter. I can't wait to grow old and wrinkly with you.
#Person2#: Oh, Jared! I can't wait for our wedding! I hope you don't mind, but I've already chosen a date! Six months from now in the summer! Melissa saw you buying the ring last month so I've had plenty of time to start planning!
#Person1#: She what?
#Person2#: Oh don't worry, sweetie, I didn't know when you were going to propose. It was still a nice surprise! As I was saying, I've got it all planned out. There's almost nothing left to do! I wrote up our guest list and we will have roughly four hundred guests attending.
#Person1#: Four hundred?
#Person2#: No need to sweat it. My parents agreed to pay for most of the wedding, which is going to be low-budget anyway. So roughly four hundred people, which means that the hall at Northwood Heights will be our reception venue. I thought it would be nice if we had the wedding at your parents'church and my uncle of course would be officiating. We'll meet with him soon for some pre-wedding counseling. The music for the wedding ceremony was a no-brainer. My step-sister and her string quartet will take care of that. My cousin will be the official photographer. I thought it would also be nice if his daughter could sing a solo. Did you know that she's going to be a professional opera singer?
#Person1#: Ah. . .
#Person2#: And then of course the ladies at the church would love to be our caterers for the banquet and we'll get the Youth Group to serve us. I was thinking that your friend's band could be our entertainment for the night. though they might have to tone it down a bit. Or we could hire a DJ. Your sister's husband could get us a discount with that company that does the decor at weddings. what's their name again? I was thinking that we could have an island paradise-themed wedding and our theme color would be a soothing blue like Aquamarine. And there will be a huge seashell on the wall behind the podium where we'll make our toasts! What do you think of small packages of drink mixes for our wedding favors? Who else am I missing? Oh, your uncle could be our florist and his wife could make our wedding cake!
#Person1#: Wow.
#Person2#: See? It's going to be wonderful! Oh this wedding is going to be everything I ever dreamed of.
#Person1#: If I survive the next six months. | Jared proposes to Trina. Trina has already chosen a date for their wedding because Melissa saw him buying the ring last month. She wants to have four hundred guests attending and her parents agreed to pay for the wedding. Trina thinks it would be nice if they had the wedding at Jared parents' church and they will meet with her uncle for some pre-wedding counseling. Trina also describes the arrangement of their wedding ceremony in detail. Jared hopes he will survive the next six months. |
train_9903 | #Person1#: I think the goverment needs a radical plan to improve things. The government just talks, but in the long run, nothing is done to improve the economy.
#Person2#: That's right. They always talk about a need for new, progressive tactics, but they haven't done anything to stimulate new jobs.
#Person1#: Well, income taxes were decreased last year in hope to give the economy a boost, but I think it's backfired. The immediate effect of the tax reduction was to cause inflation to rise.
#Person2#: The worst part is that the inflation hurts the poor more than the rich. It also leads to more unemployment in the long run. I don't know what a good solution would be to make the economy more vibrant again...
#Person1#: I have a good solution... We need some new blood! We should get rid of this president and boat in some new leaders! | #Person1# and #Person2# agree that the government needs a radical plan to improve things. #Person1# thinks they need some new leaders. |
train_9904 | #Person1#: Hello, Mr. White. This is Maria and Mr. Evans' office.
#Person2#: Hello, Mary. Do you have any plan?
#Person1#: Mr. Evans would like to set up an appointment with you.
#Person2#: About what?
#Person1#: He hopes to talk about buying some new computers with you.
#Person2#: Sure, I'd be glad to. What time friend did he have in mind?
#Person1#: He'd like to do it as soon as possible, sir. How about tomorrow at 3:00 PM?
#Person2#: Hmm...Yeah, that'll be great. Tell him I'll see him then. | Maria helps Mr. Evans make an appointment with Mr. White tomorrow at 3:00 PM. |
train_9905 | #Person1#: You really seem to enjoy your part-time job.
#Person2#: Exactly, the environment is quiet and my job is easy. I just help the librarians collecting put back the books returned by the readers, and sometimes I help clean the reading room.
#Person1#: It sounds really nice.
#Person2#: Indeed, the librarians are kind to me, they know much more about books than I expected. While working with them, they often recommend some books to me, they have opened a new world for me. I have never read so much in my life before. Now, I am eager for the thoughts of some of the world's best writers all the time. | #Person2# enjoys #Person2#'s part-time job, helping the librarians sort the books. The librarians have opened a new world for #Person2#. |
train_9906 | #Person1#: Can you feel that the plane's taking off now?
#Person2#: No, nothing at all. It's smooth and quiet.
#Person1#: How do you like traveling by air?
#Person2#: Oh, it's speedy and very comfortable. I must say, I prefer it to traveling by train.
#Person1#: Do you ever suffer from airsickness?
#Person2#: No. I've never had such a feeling.
#Person1#: Do you think air travel is just as safe as traveling by rail?
#Person2#: Probably not.
#Person1#: What kind of sensation do you have when the plane drops into an air pocket?
#Person2#: It's the same kind of sinking feeling you get when you go down fast on a lift. | #Person2# thinks traveling by air is speedy and comfortable but it's probably not as safe as traveling by rail. |
train_9907 | #Person1#: We are thinking about putting on a show this spring.
#Person2#: And do you think you'll be able to make some money?
#Person1#: Oh no, we just want to do it for the fun of it, you know, there are a lot of us who like to perform on a stage.
#Person2#: What kind of show?
#Person1#: A musical play.
#Person2#: Have you decided who is going to do it?
#Person1#: We have 3 people in mind, and of course we've been thinking about you.
#Person2#: Me? Why me?
#Person1#: You sing, don't you? Everyone says you have a wonderful voice.
#Person2#: Well, I have sung a little. But I've never really appeared on a stage.
#Person1#: I thought you sang in church every Sunday.
#Person2#: That's different, there are so many others singing too.
#Person1#: Then here's your chance to find out how good you are, and not just to sing, but to act and dance, too.
#Person2#: Oh, it might be exciting. | #Person1# is thinking about putting on a musical play this spring for fun and asks #Person2# to join them. #Person2# thinks it might be exciting. |
train_9908 | #Person1#: Welcome to our program. Today we have invited Fred Watson, an expert on the environment to talk to us.
#Person2#: Hello, everybody.
#Person1#: There are so many environmental problems in the world today. Mr. Watson, do you think we can really solve them all?
#Person2#: I hope that world leaders can get together and agree on a plan for action.
#Person1#: We need to solve the problem of air pollution. There's lots of clean modern technology that's out there.
#Person2#: But many companies say it's too expensive. And developing countries pay more attention to industrial development than to environment protection.
#Person1#: Everyone is looking at the problem in the short-term rather than the long-term.
#Person2#: It's the same with the damage of the rainforests. Most companies just want the wood.
#Person1#: They're not thinking about the long-term damage to the forests.
#Person2#: No. In other parts of the world, especially in Africa, climate change and over-farming are causing farmland to turn into desert.
#Person1#: And damaging the environment actually leads to conflicts between people around the world.
#Person2#: You're right. | #Person1# has invited Fred, an expert on the environment, to their program. Fred hopes the world leaders can get together to solve the environmental problems. They point out that people are looking at the problem in the short term. |
train_9909 | #Person1#: Matt, do you have a pet?
#Person2#: Yes. In fact in my mom's house, we have 3 pets, 2 dogs and a cat. My family actually raises dogs for helping blind People.
#Person1#: Oh, wow. That's cool! Um, Why do people keep pets?
#Person2#: I guess the most important thing is companionship, right? So there is always somebody there for you that will like you.
#Person1#: Yeah, that's true. Ok, besides cats, dogs and fish. What are some other pets people keep?
#Person2#: Well, I guess all types of things. My friend has a snake. I don't know if you mentioned that, snake and insects, spiders. | Matt has 3 pets in his mom's house. He thinks people keep pets for their companionship and guess people keep all types of things. |
train_9910 | #Person1#: Today I'm talking to Marta Dancedand who runs her own mobile restaurant. Marta, how did you get into the restaurant business?
#Person2#: Well, I learned to cook at college. I always wanted to open my own restaurant, but had no money so I got a job as a chef. I had all sorts of ideas for new dishes, which the staff thought would sell but the boss wasn't interested. That's when a friend told me about the mobile restaurant idea. It sounded great.
#Person1#: Tell us about it.
#Person2#: Well, it works like this. You decide on a menu. Obviously you have to be able to cook. Then you advertise it so people can book a meal. The most amazing thing is all the advertising is done through websites. People set up tables in their sitting room or in a city car park, an empty factory, anywhere in fact and because you know how many people you're cooking for, food doesn't get wasted.
#Person1#: So why is it good for you?
#Person2#: Well, various reasons, like I could buy all the things without risk because customers pay in advance. The greatest advantage, though, is by having 10 customers at most. I don't need to hire a waiter.
#Person1#: Do you ever run into problems?
#Person2#: The whole experience is fun. People watch you cook and the atmosphere is relaxed. I did one meal on a beach, which almost went wrong because I didn't think about the wind blowing sand into people's food. Fortunately, I brought a large umbrella to protect myself from the sun. So I put it around their table instead. | #Person1# interviews Marta, who runs her own mobile restaurant. Marta learned to cook at college and wanted to open a restaurant. She got the idea of the mobile restaurant from a friend. She tells #Person1# how her restaurant works. She has run into problems but the whole experience is fun. |
train_9911 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. Welcome to China. May I see your passport, customs and health declaration form?
#Person2#: Yes, here you are.
#Person1#: Thank you. W hat's your occupation, Mr. Smith?
#Person2#: I'm the general manager of the Far-East Industry Corporation.
#Person1#: You are here on business, aren't you?
#Person2#: Yes, I have been invited by the East Import
#Person1#: I see. Do you have anything to declare?
#Person2#: Yes, I have some foreign currency to declare.
#Person1#: Would you please fill out this currency declaration form? It's a record of the foreign currency you have brought in.
#Person2#: All right. | Mr. Smith's entering China. He tells #Person1# his occupation, the reason why he comes here and things to declare. |
train_9912 | #Person1#: Um, hello again. Are you sure you don't want to make a purchase, sir?
#Person2#: I have a question.
#Person1#: Hush... OK. What is it?
#Person2#: Why do people like all this fancy, expensive underwear?
#Person1#: What kind of question is that?
#Person2#: I'm just curious. I think women are beautiful without this stuff.
#Person1#: Uh... yeah, right... | #Person2# is curious about why people like fancy, expensive underwear. #Person1# cannot answer. |
train_9913 | #Person1#: Can you give me more details on what is included in the package?
#Person2#: Sure. The coach leaves at 6:30 a. m . , in front of our office. The drive takes eight hours, with two stops to see some sights.
#Person1#: What about the hotel accommodations?
#Person2#: You'll be staying at Holiday Inn. It's a three-star hotel with two restaurants and a swimming pool.
#Person1#: Great. What types of things will we do at Lushun Falls?
#Person2#: The second day you take a four-hour city tour. In the afternoon you go on the famous boat cruise under the falls. | #Person2# introduces to #Person1# details included in the package, like the trip arrangement, hotel accommodation and the plan at Lushun Falls. |
train_9914 | #Person1#: Would you mind giving me a hand?
#Person2#: Okay, Bob, What is it?
#Person1#: Help me hang up this picture, please. Would you hold it straight while I put in the nail?
#Person2#: All right.
#Person1#: Now, hand me the hammer and those nails, please.
#Person2#: Yes, here you are.
#Person1#: There! How does it look? Tell me if I've got it straight.
#Person2#: Well, it's straight, but it's upside down I'm afraid. | #Person2# helps Bob to hang up the picture, but it's upside down. |
train_9915 | #Person1#: morning, Mr. Montgomery. I'Ve been sent over from purchasing to fill in for Clare Williams.
#Person2#: Oh, really? Nice to meet you. I thought they were going to leave me here on my own! How long have you been with the company?
#Person1#: Oh, about seven years. Time flies, you know!
#Person2#: Does it ever! Well, let's get started. If you could begin typing this letter now, I'll see what else needs to be done. | #Person1# has been sent over to fill in for Clare Williams. Mr. Montgomery asks #Person1# to type a letter. |
train_9916 | #Person1#: Hello Michael.
#Person2#: Hello Todd.
#Person1#: We're going to talk about Australia. Or your going to talk about Australia. So first of all how any people live in Australia?
#Person2#: Australia? Oh, there's about twenty million people in Australia right now. A little bit under, but close to twenty.
#Person1#: OK. What are the biggest cities?
#Person2#: The biggest city? The biggest city is Sydney, then it's followed by Melbourne and then Brisbane and then I think it's Perth. But most of the big cities are on the East Coast of Australia. And Perth is on the west coast, but sort of of out there by itself.
#Person1#: OK. Um, if you had to live in one place where would you live?
#Person2#: I like Brisbane. I had my teenage years in Brisbane, growing up in Brisbane, um or maybe Sidney because it is a big city, but Brisbane has got the gold coast and the sunshine.
#Person1#: Oh, nice. Actually, what is the capital city of Australia?
#Person2#: Ah, Canberra is the capital city. But is not the biggest city. Sydney is the biggest city. Canberra was made sort of by the politicians so Sydney wouldn't get to crowded. It's a separate territory. | Todd asks Michael to talk about Australia. Michael tells him the population, the biggest cities, the city he prefers to live in and the capital. |
train_9917 | #Person1#: I've been chosen to plan the next family reunion.
#Person2#: Fun for you! Do you get to do anything you want?
#Person1#: Yep. And I should start planning now.
#Person2#: Does everyone usually show up for your family reunions?
#Person1#: Just about. There are at least a few hundred in our immediate family alone.
#Person2#: How Ay days will the reunion be?
#Person1#: Usually it's at least five days and four nights.
#Person2#: This is going to be a major production for you! | #Person1# has been chosen to plan the next family reunion. #Person2# asks #Person1# some questions about that. |
train_9918 | #Person1#: You must like negotiating a lot. People are saying, you are a super negotiator.
#Person2#: Ha, I am flattered. Actually, when it comes to negotiate, you don't need to like it. You just need to understand how it works.
#Person1#: I am not good at it by any means. Give me some advice.
#Person2#: Well, generally speaking, if you want to change someone's mind or understand his position, you have to put yourself in his shoes. Understand his need and the cost for his need. And then you work together to find a solution.
#Person1#: Sounds easy. But how can I apply to practice? I am thinking about applying for more reimbursement for my mobile bill. But I am afraid our boss will turn me down.
#Person2#: Ok, as John after Kennedy put it, let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate. | #Person2# is good at negotiating and tells #Person1# to understand how negotiation works and never negotiate out of fear. |
train_9919 | #Person1#: Have you run into your cousin Jimmy lately?
#Person2#: As a matter of fact, I have. I ran into him just the other day.
#Person1#: How's he doing?
#Person2#: Not too well. He had to have four teeth pulled last week.
#Person1#: He did? That's too bad!
#Person2#: I think so, too.
#Person1#: Next time you see him, please tell him I'm thinking of him.
#Person2#: I'll be sure to do that. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# ran into Jimmy lately and Jimmy had four teeth pulled. |
train_9920 | #Person1#: Congratulations! I heard that you are going to take a two-week training course in the headquarter.
#Person2#: Thank you. I am very happy to have this opportunity to learn something new. You know information and knowledge in this field update very fast.
#Person1#: Sure it is. This is a changing world. Does the training course cover the new law and regulation issued last month? They are very useful for us.
#Person2#: Yes, according to the agenda, there will be a seminar on these issues at the very beginning of the training course.
#Person1#: Well, good for you. I hope you can get what you want from the training.
#Person2#: I will do my best. | #Person1# congratulates #Person2# for taking the two-week training course in the headquarter. #Person2# tells what the course includes. Both of them think the course is very useful. |
train_9921 | #Person1#: What's this then?
#Person2#: It's my geography, sir. The Map of Africa you set us.
#Person1#: But this should have been handed in last Thursday.
#Person2#: Yes, I know, sir. I'm sorry.
#Person1#: Well, what's your excuse then?
#Person2#: My mother's been ill and I had to stay at home.
#Person1#: Oh, Yes?
#Person2#: It's true, sir. | #Person2# explains why #Person2# didn't hand in the geography assignment last Thursday. But #Person1# doesn't believe #Person1#. |
train_9922 | #Person1#: The Blacks got divorced.
#Person2#: Really? Why?
#Person1#: Mr. Black has been getting a little on the side.
#Person2#: Really? I am surprised. He doesn't look like a guy who'd ever cheat on his wife, does he?
#Person1#: No, he doesn't. Anyway, his wife found out that he has been two-timing for a long time.
#Person2#: Well, I am really surprised. By the way, have you done anything behind my back?
#Person1#: No. The only thing I've ever done behind your back is zipping you up.
#Person2#: I like that joke, but I hope it's true. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that the Blacks got divorced because Mr. Black has been two-timing. #Person2#'s surprised about that. |
train_9923 | #Person1#: Honey, would you marry me?
#Person2#: I want to think about it for some time.
#Person1#: Please, honey, I have made proposals to you fifteen times.
#Person2#: I know. But your way doesn't touch my heart.
#Person1#: Oh, god, please tell me how.
#Person2#: I can't tell you.
#Person1#: OK, I want you to be happy when we are together, and when you are sad, I would always stay with you.
#Person2#: When I am angry and want to beat someone, you stand there and let me do what I want. Would you?
#Person1#: Yes, I would. Thanks for being in my life.
#Person2#: Don't be so happy, it is just one of my tests! | #Person1# has made proposals to #Person2# fifteen times but #Person2# hasn't accepted him and still gives him tests. |
train_9924 | #Person1#: Hi! Dear! I'm waiting for you.
#Person2#: I know that.
#Person1#: You know, although we've chatted twice, I've been thinking of you already.
#Person2#: Me too. I want to know more about you, eg, what's your real name and what do you look like. . .
#Person1#: & you?
#Person2#: Look, I am playing the piano for you.
#Person1#: Oh, thanks. I wanna see the real you.
#Person2#: Sorry, I have no photo in my computer. And I have no scanner. I will show you later.
#Person1#: OK! Before that I'll take this one as you.
#Person2#: Ha! She is too little.
#Person1#: Cute, like you.
#Person2#: I want to tell you that I like you
#Person1#: Me too. Send you a kiss. . .
#Person2#: Thx. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking online. #Person2# wants to know more about #Person1#. #Person1# wants to see the real #Person2#. They show love to each other. |
train_9925 | #Person1#: What a wonderful dinner!
#Person2#: Thank you. I am glad that you are enjoying it.
#Person1#: Where did you get your fantastic recipes?
#Person2#: I grew up cooking. My mother shared her recipes with me.
#Person1#: I especially like the wonderful chicken dish.
#Person2#: That is a special coconut ginger chicken with rice dish.
#Person1#: Is that shrimp in the soup?
#Person2#: Yes, do you like it? I added a little extra lemon grass and some sea vegetables.
#Person1#: I am happy that the wine I brought for you works well with this meal.
#Person2#: Yes, thank you for bringing the wine. It really complements the meal. | #Person1# appreciates the meal prepared by #Person2#. #Person2# shares the recipes. The wine that #Person1# bought works well with the meal. |
train_9926 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I'm Jack in Room 606. Can you change the room for me? It's too noisy. My friend was woken up several times by the noise from upstairs. He said it was too much for him.
#Person1#: I'm awfully sorry, sir. I do apologize. A ten-year-old boy and a mother live upstairs. Maybe the boy is a little bit naughty.
#Person2#: Anyway, I'd like to change our room.
#Person1#: No problem, sir. We'll manage it. | Jack wants #Person1# to change the room because it's too noisy upstairs. #Person1# promises to manage it. |
train_9927 | #Person1#: May I ask whether we are allowed to wear casual clothes in the office?
#Person2#: Sure, company rules are not very strict at this point.
#Person1#: Thank you for telling me that.
#Person2#: But remind you, there are some forbidden activities.
#Person1#: What are they? I'll be careful.
#Person2#: Don't use office phones for personal matters.
#Person1#: I got it.
#Person2#: Never ever come to work drunk, also smoking in the office is not allowed.
#Person1#: I see | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# can wear casual clothes to work and some forbidden activities. |
train_9928 | #Person1#: A friend told me might find a room here.
#Person2#: Yes. I'll have a room free next week.
#Person1#: What do you charge?
#Person2#: 12, 000 yuan a year, but you can't have visitors live in it.
#Person1#: OK. Would it be all right to look at the room first?
#Person2#: Could you come back later? We're right in the middle of dinner. | #Person1# wants to rent a room from #Person2#. |
train_9929 | #Person1#: The May holiday is coming up soon. Are you planning on going on vacation?
#Person2#: I am. I just went to the travel agent's and picked up these brochures.
#Person1#: Where are you planning on going?
#Person2#: I fancy going to Tibet for a few days. Have you ever been there?
#Person1#: I went a long time ago, before they built the new train that can take you there.
#Person2#: Would you recommend going there for a few days?
#Person1#: Personally, I think it'd be better to go when you have more time. A few days isn't really enough to get acclimatize yourself and to go on a few excursions outside of the capital.
#Person2#: You're probably right. What do you think about Yangshao?
#Person1#: It's a beautiful city, but I think it's become too touristy. How about going to a cosmopolitan city like Shanghai or Hong Kong?
#Person2#: I'd like to get away from the big city life.
#Person1#: Maybe you should consider going to a hot springs resort outside of Beijing. I heard they are very relaxing.
#Person2#: I guess if I only have a few days, I should probably think about going somewhere that isn't so far away.
#Person1#: Since the May holiday is the high season, you should probably call ahead to reserve a room. Here's the phone number.
#Person2#: Thanks, I'll give them a call later. | #Person2# is planning the trip during the May holiday. #Person1# gives some advice. #Person2# decides to go somewhere near and #Person1# asks #Person2# to call ahead to reserve a room because of the high season. |
train_9930 | #Person1#: Hmm. Not bad. I think I look younger with shorter hair.
#Person2#: Yes, you do. The Hot Cap is back here in the corner. I think we're ready to put the curlers in. What kind of perm would you like?
#Person1#: I just want a light wave. I look really silly if my hair is too curly.
#Person2#: All right. What if we leave your bangs straight and just perm the sides and back?
#Person1#: Super. How long will I have to sit under the Hot Cap?
#Person2#: Around 30 minutes. | #Person1# is doing her hair and #Person2# designs the hairstyle based on #Person2#'s requirements. |
train_9931 | #Person1#: Hello, Mr. Brown. I'm glad you came in today ; we've just opened a new service that you might be interested in. It's called Bank Securities Link.
#Person2#: And what does that entail?
#Person1#: It's actually a Deposit Account that links to your Margin Account, the one you have with the Securities Company. You can transfer the money you have in your account into your Fund Account.
#Person2#: How can I do that?
#Person1#: You can use your Deposit Book or your Credit Card. And of course, you can use our e-banking. | #Person1# introduces Mr. Brown a new bank service, Bank Securities Link, and explains how to use it. |
train_9932 | #Person1#: What do you think of our price?
#Person2#: Your price has gone up sharply, hasn't it?
#Person1#: Yes, we regret we cannot maintain our original price. Since the prices of the raw materials have been raised, we have to adjust the price of our products accordingly.
#Person2#: I agree with you there, but you price is unreasonable.
#Person1#: I don't think so. You must compare our price with that it other export houses. I'm sure our offer is in line with the prevailing market price level.
#Person2#: I don't think we will be able to pay the price. To have this business concluded, you need to lower your price at least by 3 %.
#Person1#: I'm afraid that there is no room for any reduction in price.
#Person2#: Don't you agree with me that in the long run moderate prices we bring about large sales and more profit?
#Person1#: We've already cut down our price to cost level.
#Person2#: Is that all?
#Person1#: Yes this is the best we can do.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, we can't handle the price you offered. | #Person2# thinks #Person1#'s price is unreasonable and wants it to be lowered by at least 3%. But #Person1# says there's no room for reduction and #Person2# cannot handle the price. |
train_9933 | #Person1#: Hello. Beijing Restaurant. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Hi. I want to place an order, please.
#Person1#: For pick - up or delivery?
#Person2#: Pick - up.
#Person1#: What would you like to order?
#Person2#: I have a menu from your restaurant. I'll order using the number of each meal from your menu.
#Person1#: That's fine.
#Person2#: I'd like to order number 17, no. 23 and no. 24.
#Person1#: What size?
#Person2#: Medium, please.
#Person1#: When will you come to pick up your order?
#Person2#: I'll be there in about an hour.
#Person1#: That will be fine. We'll have your meals ready when you arrive. Thank you for your order. | #Person2# calls Beijing Restaurant to make an order for pick-up and #Person1# helps #Person2# to order the meal. |
train_9934 | #Person1#: You got our email with all the specifications for the project. We'll be accepting bids untill noon on Tuesday. If you have any questions between now and then, please let me know.
#Person2#: Actually, I did have a question. We'd like to know what you had in mind for the budget on this project. We are hoping to put together a really competitive bid. But at the same time, we'd like to hit your target price, too.
#Person1#: I understand. But unfortunately, it is our policy not to disclose our bottom line. You can be assured that price is a weighty consideration when we review the proposals. We also consider other elements, including design and practicality. We also give weight to the reputation of the submitting company.
#Person2#: Do you have any price range? Is there any way you can give me any idea of what direction to go or how high is too high?
#Person1#: We're just looking for a reasonable price according to the specifications in our project blueprint. That's all I can say. | #Person2# has a question about the budget of the project and wants to hit #Person1#'s target price. But #Person1# cannot disclose the bottom line. #Person2# also asks about the price range which isn't clear now. |
train_9935 | #Person1#: Tell me a little bit about yourself, please.
#Person2#: My name is Steven and I live in Beijing. I was born in 1980. I have graduated from Peking University. I majored in business administration.
#Person1#: What kind of jobs have you had?
#Person2#: I have been a production manager.
#Person1#: Would you like to tell me something about your outstanding achievements?
#Person2#: I introduced an advanced product line, which increased the output and lessened the cost.
#Person1#: What special skills do you have, can you tell me?
#Person2#: I have experience in computer operation, proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
#Person1#: I know in your resume that you have worked in your present company for 3 years. Can you tell me why you want to leave your present job and join us?
#Person2#: Because the job I am doing in my present company is of no challenge, but I like challenge. Your firm is a young organization with many innovative ideas. It has been very successful in expanding market since its establishment 10 years ago. Working for you would be exactly the sort of challenge I am looking for.
#Person1#: Well, I think our interview is complete then. We will give you a call in ten days or so.
#Person2#: Thank you, Mr. Smith. | Mr. Smith interviews Steven. Steven introduces his educational background, work experiences, special skills and the reason why he chooses to leave the present job and join Mr. Smith's company. Mr. Smith will give a call in ten days or so. |
train_9936 | #Person1#: Are you ready to order now, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, let me have this roast beef special.
#Person1#: You have a choice of vegetables, green peas, lima beans or spinach.
#Person2#: I will have the green peas and make sure the beef is well done.
#Person1#: Yes, sir. What would you want to drink, coffee, tea or milk?
#Person2#: A cup of coffee, please, with cream and sugar.
#Person1#: The cream and sugar are on the table, sir.
#Person2#: Oh, yes.
#Person1#: Would you like to order some dessert?
#Person2#: What comes with the special?
#Person1#: Ice cream, fresh fruit or chocolate cake.
#Person2#: I think I will have a dish of Vanilla ice cream.
#Person1#: Yes, sir.
#Person2#: Waiter, may I have my check, please?
#Person1#: Here you are, sir. Pay the cashier at the door. | #Person1# helps #Person2# to order the meal, including roast beef, green peas, coffee and some dessert. |
train_9937 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, Felix Wassermann Associates. Lawson speaking, how can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello, this is Miao Eng calling from Lincoln Bank.
#Person1#: B :: Miao Eng! I'd know that voice anywhere. What can I do for you? Any problems?
#Person2#: No, not at all. I was just calling to tell you that everything has been checked and double checked, and there is no problem with the documents you brought in this morning.
#Person1#: That is good news.
#Person2#: Shall I go ahead and process them for you?
#Person1#: Perfect. Thanks very much for calling. See you soon, bye! | Miao Eng calls Lawson to tell him that the documents have been checked twice and have no problem. |
train_9938 | #Person1#: You're free to go.
#Person2#: That's great.
#Person1#: What are your plans now that you're getting out?
#Person2#: I want to go back to school.
#Person1#: What is your major going to be?
#Person2#: I haven't decided yet.
#Person1#: I hope I don't ever see you back in here.
#Person2#: I'm never coming back.
#Person1#: This really isn't the place for you.
#Person2#: I realize that.
#Person1#: Good luck out there.
#Person2#: Thanks. Things are going to be different now. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# plans to go back to school after leaving. |
train_9939 | #Person1#: Good morning, this is Miss Smith's secretary.
#Person2#: Good morning, may I speak to Miss Smith, please?
#Person1#: I'm sorry. She's in conference at the moment. Do you want to leave a message?
#Person2#: Yes, all right. Can you tell her that Mr. Johnson called? And tell her that the meeting about the Trade Fair is on Thursday 12th at 2 p.m.
#Person1#: Fine, is there anything else?
#Person2#: Yes. Could she phone to confirm that she can come before tomorrow?
#Person1#: Yes, and what number is it?
#Person2#: 566-7896 Extension 332.
#Person1#: Fine, I've got that. I'll get the message to her as soon as possible.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. Goodbye.
#Person1#: Goodbye. | Mr. Johnson calls Miss Smith and her secretary answers. Mr. Johnson leaves a message of the meeting time and wants her to call back to confirm. |
train_9940 | #Person1#: Hi. I don't think we've met. My name's Tom.
#Person2#: Hi, Tom. Nice to meet you. My name is Juanita, but everybody calls me Jenny.
#Person1#: Nice to meet you, Jenny. So, where are you from?
#Person2#: Well, originally I'm from Argentina, but we moved to the United States when I was about five years old. My parents now live in Chile. That's where they first met. How about you, Tom?
#Person1#: I was born in Fresno, California, and we lived there until I was seven. Then, since my father worked for the military, we moved all over the place.
#Person2#: Oh yeah? Where are some of the places you've lived?
#Person1#: Mostly, we were overseas. We spent ten years in Korea, Germany, and Okinawa, Japan, and then, we were transferred back to the States three years ago.
#Person2#: Wow. It sounds like you've had an interesting life. So, what do you do now?
#Person1#: I'm a university student.
#Person2#: Oh really? What are you studying?
#Person1#: I'm majoring in psychology. How about you? What do you do?
#Person2#: Well, I'm working as a sales representative for computer company called CompTech downtown.
#Person1#: No kidding! My brother works there too. | Tom and Jenny meet each other for the first time. They introduce themselves, including their nationality, the places they've lived and occupation. |
train_9941 | #Person1#: Hey, Ashley. How many people are coming to the barbecue tomorrow?
#Person2#: Well, um, there's your family; that's four people. [ Okay. ] There are three from my work [ Okay. ], and then Mike and Megan from across the street. And you and me, of course.
#Person1#: Okay. So, what is everyone bringing?
#Person2#: Um, let's see. Here's my list. Um ... Your brothers are bringing hamburgers, cheese, and buns.
#Person1#: Oh! I'm glad they are in charge of that. [ Yeah, me too. ] You know, my brother, Jim ... He eats like a horse. [ Uh-huh. ] At the last barbecue, he put away at least, what, five hotdogs and five cheeseburgers ...
#Person2#: No, I think it was six. Six cheeseburgers. It might have been more hotdogs. I don't know.
#Person1#: He was still hungry!
#Person2#: I know. I don't know how he did it. He does that all the time, he's ... and he's not even fat. You'd think (he would be fat). Anyway. Oh, yeah, anyway. So, my friends from work said that they could buy chips and salsa [ Okay. ], and they're going to bring a salad [ Alright. ]. And one of them is vegetarian, and so she's going to bring her own veggie burger, so you don't have to worry about her.
#Person1#: Okay. That's ... That'll work out.
#Person2#: And Mike and Megan. You're going to love this. They're going to bring some of the corn from their garden.
#Person1#: Oh, their corn is always so, so good.
#Person2#: Yeah, I know. It's wonderful.
#Person1#: So, um, yeah. What about drink?
#Person2#: Well, we're going to have soda and juice, and ice water as well.
#Person1#: Okay. And what about dessert?
#Person2#: I already have some ice cream and some homemade apple pie in the fridge.
#Person1#: Oh. I can't wait.
#Person2#: This is going to be fun. Yeah. | #Person1# asks Ashley how many people are coming to the barbecue tomorrow. Ashley tells #Person1# who will come and what food they will bring. They also talk about drink and dessert and can't wait. |
train_9942 | #Person1#: Bob, why are you looking so depressed?
#Person2#: Mum, I'm not a good boy. I broke father's glass just now.
#Person1#: Oh, son. Would it be a good idea to tell him the truth?
#Person2#: Yeah, but I'm afraid he'll scold me. | Bob is depressed because he broke his father's glass and Mum persuades him to tell the truth. |
train_9943 | #Person1#: Excuse me, how much does an ice cream cost?
#Person2#: Two yuan. And how many do you want?
#Person1#: Two, please.
#Person2#: Anything else you want to buy?
#Person1#: Oh, yes, I still want some bread. A piece of bread, please.
#Person2#: Here you are. 1.5 yuan a piece.
#Person1#: By the way, do you have any fruit here, such as apples or oranges?
#Person2#: I'm sorry we haven't got any.
#Person1#: All right. Here's the money for you.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person1# buys ice cream and bread from #Person2#. #Person1# also wants some fruit, but #Person2# hasn't got any. |
train_9944 | #Person1#: Do you mind if I smoke here?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. I'd prefer you didn't. The AC (air-conditioning) is also on.
#Person1#: Can I just turn off the AC for now and open the window and smoke indoors?
#Person2#: That's not a very good idea. It's quite hot outside. Why don't you smoke outside?
#Person1#: It's very hot and that's why I'd like to smoke inside.
#Person2#: Though the AC has the air-purifying function. I'd still rather have fresh air than smoke. Are you okay with that?
#Person1#: Oh, no problem. | #Person1# asks #Person2# whether #Person1# can smoke inside and #Person2# refuses. They don't agree with each other's suggestions. |
train_9945 | #Person1#: You're going to have coffee, aren't you?
#Person2#: Yes. I could use a cup of coffee.
#Person1#: Are you going to have anything to eat?
#Person2#: French toast sounds good. What are you going to order?
#Person1#: I'll have that too. | #Person2#'s going to have coffee and eat French toast which #Person1# also wants to have. |
train_9946 | #Person1#: Good morning, Linda. How have you been?
#Person2#: Pretty bad. I've had a bad cold for three days and still can't get rid of it.
#Person1#: I'm sorry to hear that. Is there anything else I can do?
#Person2#: No, thanks.
#Person1#: Well, I hope you'll feel better soon.
#Person2#: Thank you for your concern. | Linda has had a bad cold and #Person1# shows concern. |
train_9947 | #Person1#: Well, known, Jim, I'm. . . I'm pretty much in favour of your computers, I think computers teach kids to think, because they require logical thoughts.
#Person2#: But I. . . I don't agree with thatbecause computers weaken kids'ability to thinkbecause kids don't learn basic skills.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: They can't spell, they can't add, they can't subtract, they even don't remember any more. that's because they rely on gadgets.
#Person1#: That's not the gadgets. Creating programmes is stimulate thoughts. It engages their imagination and sharpen their mind. | #Person1# thinks computers teach kids to think while Jim thinks computers weaken kids' ability to think. |
train_9948 | #Person1#: What's the plot of your new movie?
#Person2#: It's a story about a policemen who is investigating a series of strange murders. I play the part of the detective. He has to catch the killer, but there's very little evidence. It's a psychological thriller with some frightening scenes, but I hope audience won't be too scared to go to the movie theatres!
#Person1#: Did you enjoy making the movie? We heard stories of disagreement with other actors and with the director.
#Person2#: I have had disagreement with every director. I've worked with. We've always disagreed in a friendly way and we have always resolved our differences. It was the same when I made this movie. I don't know where rumours of my disagreement with Rachel Kelly come from. We got on very well and I hope to work with her again. I enjoyed making the movie very much.
#Person1#: Critics are not very happy with the movies that you've made recently. Does that bother you?
#Person2#: Not at all. The feedback from audience has been great. I care about what they think more than what the critics think.
#Person1#: Did you do you own stunts in the movie?
#Person2#: I wanted to , but my insurance company wouldn't let me. All of my stunts were done by a stuntman. As you know, I used to do my own stunts, but I'll leave that to the experts in future.
#Person1#: Thank you very much for doing this interview.
#Person2#: My pleasure. Have you seen the movie yet?
#Person1#: Yes. I have. I liked it very much. Like you, I was very impressed with rachel's performance in the movie. She's going to be a star. | #Person1# interviews #Person2# on questions about the plot of #Person2#'s new movie, how to deal with disagreement with others and whether the critics bother #Person2#. #Person1# also tells #Person2# #Person1# likes the movie. |
train_9949 | #Person1#: Which movie is your favorite to watch?
#Person2#: I have to say, my favorite movie is Superbad.
#Person1#: Is that right? Why?
#Person2#: Honestly, it is one of the funniest movies I've seen in a long time.
#Person1#: You're right. That movie is hilarious.
#Person2#: I didn't think you saw that movie.
#Person1#: I went to see it the day it came out.
#Person2#: I was laughing through the whole movie.
#Person1#: I couldn't help laughing, either.
#Person2#: Same here.
#Person1#: I bought the movie. Would you like to come to my house and watch it?
#Person2#: Of course. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the movie Superbad. #Person1# invites #Person2# to come to the house to see the movie. |
train_9950 | #Person1#: The carrots taste awful in salty. How do you like them?
#Person2#: I like them very much. They are delicious.
#Person1#: Well, you can have all my carrots. I saw you buy some chocolate cakes. I am done with the main course. It's about time for some dessert.
#Person2#: Oh, you want my chocolate cakes?
#Person1#: No, no. I'm just thinking of some dessert and I have had enough carrots.
#Person2#: Robert, carrots contain much vitamin C. It is good for you.
#Person1#: I know, but chocolate cake is even better.
#Person2#: Oh, stop it. You know you need vegetables. You will end up fat if you don't watch your diet now.
#Person1#: Well, actually I don't mind eating carrots, but chocolate cakes are much better. You know, I was born with a sweet tooth. | #Person1# has had enough carrots and wants some dessert. #Person2# tells #Person1# the benefit of carrots and asks #Person1# to watch the diet. |
train_9951 | #Person1#: Ted, it's really you. I just can not believe it. You've really put on some weight.
#Person2#: Yeah, that's true. Actually I'm losing weight now. Now I go to the gym at least 3 times a week. So how have you been?
#Person1#: Not bad. I've changed my job, you know. Now I'm not as busy as before, and I spend more time hanging out with friends and sleeping.
#Person2#: Do you also exercise?
#Person1#: Not really. But I'm on a diet. I don't want to put on any weight.
#Person2#: Well, I think working out works better. I've really fallen in love with exercising. You can give it a shot, too.
#Person1#: I'll consider that. | #Person1# and Ted meet each other and talk about their recent situation. #Person1#'s on a diet without exercise and Ted suggests working out. |
train_9952 | #Person1#: Universal Travel Agency, may I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, my husband and I want to take a vacation to an island somewhere. Do you have any places to recommend?
#Person1#: Certainly, off the top of my head. I would suggest the island of Bali.
#Person2#: Why Bali?
#Person1#: At this time of year. Most places have a lot of rain, but it is the dry season in Bali. There are also many excellent restaurants and hotels to choose from, plus, Bali is known for its surfing and diving, and I must say that the shopping is absolutely great.
#Person2#: That sounds amazing. Jason loves to dive, and I love to shop and eat. Can you tell me how much it will cost for the two of us?
#Person1#: It will take a day or two to get up-to-date prices, but I will call you as soon as I do.
#Person2#: Thank you, would we have to pay for the trip right away?
#Person1#: I'll need your credit card number to make a reservation. But you won't actually have to pay for it until you get there.
#Person2#: That sounds great. I'll have a discussion with Jason and let you know our decision soon. | #Person2# and her husband want to take a vacation to an island somewhere. #Person1# recommends the island of Bali, explains why and will check the up-to-date prices for #Person2#. |
train_9953 | #Person1#: Hey Mike, over here.
#Person2#: Hi, it's great to see you, been waiting long?
#Person1#: No, not at all. What do you want to have?
#Person2#: Just a salad, so how's the new apartment working out?
#Person1#: Good, I like it. The neighborhood, though, is... Well, some of the buildings down the street are covered with terrible pictures drawn by teenagers.
#Person2#: I know what you mean. I think we need to report people who are drawing to the police.
#Person1#: Yes, and I like all the stores. It's convenient for shopping, and it's pretty quiet at night. That's definitely a plus.
#Person2#: Sounds like you're pretty satisfied.
#Person1#: Yeah, I guess so, uh the only problem is that it's impossible to find parking. I have to drive around the block 6 or 7 times to find a space, usually I can't find a space usually I can find one, but sometimes I have to park really far away.
#Person2#: Well, is there anyway, you can rent space in a garage.
#Person1#: Yeah, that's a good idea. So now are things in your neighborhood.
#Person2#: There's a bit of noise problem where I live. I live right down the street from a school. The bell rings every morning at 7:30, it's impossible to sleep in. | #Person1# tells Mike #Person1#'s satisfied with the new apartment except for the buildings covered with terrible pictures and lack of parking space. Mike provides some suggestions. Then #Person1# asks Mike about his neighborhood. |
train_9954 | #Person1#: Hey, did you see China's women's volleyball team on television last night?
#Person2#: Yes, the game was so exciting. I usually watch basketball, but that was great last night.
#Person1#: Definitely a good effort. If anything I was disappointed that the other team didn't put up much of a fight. They made a lot of bad mistakes and they always seem to be hitting the ball out of bounds.
#Person2#: I just enjoyed how China celebrated after every point they won. Volleyball seems so much more passionate compared to other sports.
#Person1#: Well, their victory means they will compete in the Olympics next year, which was their goal. I just hope they can pick up at least a bronze medal.
#Person2#: Bronze? You mean gold, right?
#Person1#: Well, that would be great. But there are a couple of very strong teams that beat China in her recent competition.
#Person2#: I saw those matches. They were extremely close. China can beat them next year for sure.
#Person1#: We'll see. I hope you're right, but you never know what will happen in sports.
#Person2#: Exactly, they might surprise you. Then what will you say?
#Person1#: Haha, OK. Let's just wait and see. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about China's women's volleyball team on television last night. #Person1# hopes the women's team can win but there're some other strong teams. #Person2# thinks China can beat them for sure. |
train_9955 | #Person1#: I came across David in the hospital this morning. He broke his left leg when he was learning to ride a horse earlier this morning.
#Person2#: What happened exactly?
#Person1#: The horse is frightened by a dog and started running fast. David lost his balance and fell to the ground.
#Person2#: That's dangerous. I'd never try that.
#Person1#: You are too timid. You don't even want to learn how to drive.
#Person2#: That's dangerous, too. Besides, I don't need to learn how to drive. You are a good driver, aren't you, honey?
#Person1#: But I cannot take you everywhere you want to go.
#Person2#: I seldom go out. | #Person1# tells #Person2# David broke his leg because of the horse frightened by a dog. #Person2# thinks riding a horse and driving are dangerous. |
train_9956 | #Person1#: You are graduating this summer. What do you plan to do after graduation?
#Person2#: I don't want to work yet, so I think I will continue my studies. I want to go to the University of Cambridge.
#Person1#: That's a famous university, but studying in Britain will cost a lot of money. Why do you want to go to Cambridge?
#Person2#: First of all, I'm crazy about British culture.
#Person1#: What else?
#Person2#: It is one of the world's oldest universities and leading academic centers. Its reputation for outstanding academic achievement is well known around the world, I think I can learn a lot there.
#Person1#: It seems that you have thought about this carefully. I'll support your decision.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# wants to go to the University of Cambridge and the reasons. #Person1#'ll support #Person2#'s decision. |
train_9957 | #Person1#: Nancy, how are you feeling this morning? You're not looking very good.
#Person2#: No. I'm not in the best of health.
#Person1#: It's the same old story, isn't it? Overwork! Listen, Nancy. You can't go on burning the candle at both ends!
#Person2#: You're right, but I want to use every minute of my time studying my subjects. Besides, I'm under a lot of pressure in class. Sometimes I can't follow the professor and very often I'm not able to take notes while listening. I have to check notes with my friend, which is very time-consuming.
#Person1#: I can understand Nancy. But if you go and working so hard, you could become ill and that would waste lots of time. Do you sleep enough?
#Person2#: Well, about 5 hours a day.
#Person1#: That's horrible. Are you sure you completely recovered from that bad cold you had last week?
#Person2#: I'm afraid not. I so easily catch cold nowadays.
#Person1#: Take my advice and rest for a day. Get out to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine, and you'll feel brand new.
#Person2#: I've got an essay to finish.
#Person1#: Don't think about it. Go out. It would do you a world of good and you will never regret it.
#Person2#: All right. I'll do that, Jack. Thank you. | Nancy doesn't feel good because she works hard and sleeps little. #Person1# suggests that she should take a rest and release herself. |
train_9958 | #Person1#: Talking about the twenty first century, I think there will be huge changes in the way people use cars. Laws will be made about what kind of car you can own, and when you can use it.
#Person2#: Maybe there'll just be too many of them on the roads. The air will be so seriously polluted that nobody will be able to breathe normally.
#Person1#: Exactly, people will have to rely on trains.
#Person2#: Why do you say that?
#Person1#: Well, we won't be able to use cars and the airports take too much space. That leaves trains.
#Person2#: Huh? So do you think there'll be more efficient train systems between cities?
#Person1#: Sure, they'll enable people to travel between cities in a matter of hours. There may even be trains going under oceans to connect the main continents.
#Person2#: Under the oceans? Get out of there, I get nervous enough flying on a plane. | #Person1# thinks there'll be huge changes in the way people use cars and people will have to rely on trains. #Person2#'s scared of traveling by trains going under oceans. |
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