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train_10559 | #Person1#: OK, I think we have two choices of where we can spend our vacation. The first place is a little house. It's located on a fruit farm. But it says there's no air conditioner.
#Person2#: That's OK. It's on the rainy side of the island. It's cooler there. We can use a fan.
#Person1#: You're probably right. It says it looks pretty basic. No washing machine or dryer, not even a TV!
#Person2#: Oh, no! What are we going to do without a TV! That's terrible!
#Person1#: Very funny. I'm just letting you know about the place.
#Person2#: I know. What's our second choice?
#Person1#: It's on the opposite side of the island. Very nice place with a big swimming pool. It's only three blocks from the ocean. Well, the pool area also has barbecue grill, beautiful gardens...
#Person2#: Well, it does have everything. Washing machine, dryer, TV, VCR, frying pan... All we need is a toothbrush. Let's go with the second choice. I can't wait to go!
#Person1#: OK. I'll call them right now and reserve it. | #Person1# and #Person2# has two house choices. The first house is cooler but has no washing machine or TV. The second house has a swimming pool and everything. #Person1# and #Person2# will reserve the second house. |
train_10560 | #Person1#: What did the director say when you told him about our plans?
#Person2#: Well, it wasn't as bad as I expected. I thought he'd just give us a flat out 'No'.
#Person1#: It's OK, then?
#Person2#: Well, maybe. But he put a lot of conditions on what we could do. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that the director tells them what to do. |
train_10561 | #Person1#: Hello, Nora, I heard about a flat that might interest you girls. It's near the central bus station on the main road, and about 75 pounds a week, quite reasonable. The problem is, it's only got two bedrooms, but I expect two of you could share.
#Person2#: Well, as long as it's to me, I've got to have my own room, because I've been working at home most of the time, any other information?
#Person1#: Yes, it's got a very big and well equipped kitchen, and I know you like cooking. So that's another point in its favor, but there is a small sitting room, and not much furniture yet. So let me know quickly if you want it or it will be taken. | #Person1# tells Nora about a flat near the central bus station. Nora wants to have her own room. The flat has a good kitchen but the sitting room is small. The flat doesn't have much furniture. |
train_10562 | #Person1#: I heard you had got a wonderful job in a post office. How's your new job going?
#Person2#: Not so well, I'm afraid. I just feel like a fish out of water. People there are rather strange to me. | #Person2# does not like the new job. |
train_10563 | #Person1#: Hilton Hotel. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I like to reserve two rooms, please.
#Person1#: Certainly, sir. When would you like to come?
#Person2#: Next week. From the first to the third of May. Two nights.
#Person1#: Certainly. What kind of rooms would you like?
#Person2#: A single with a shower and a double with two beds.
#Person1#: Fine. What is your name, please?
#Person2#: Tome Jones.
#Person1#: Thank you. Mr. Jones, your rooms are reserved.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: You are welcome. | Tome Jones books a single room with a shower and a double room with two beds in Hilton Hotel for two nights. |
train_10564 | #Person1#: You're going to wear out that typewriter.
#Person2#: Oh, hi. What are you doing here at this time of night?
#Person1#: I should ask you that question. Do you have any idea what time it is?
#Person2#: About ten or ten-thirty?
#Person1#: It's nearly midnight.
#Person2#: Really? I didn't have any idea it was so late.
#Person1#: Don't you have an early class tomorrow morning?
#Person2#: Yes, at seven o'clock. My part-time class, for the students who go to work right after their lesson.
#Person1#: Then you ought to go to bed.
#Person2#: Ok. | #Person2# uses the typewriter at night and #Person2# has early class tomorrow morning. #Person2# asks #Person1# to go to bed. |
train_10565 | #Person1#: Look at this picture. It might have been taken many years ago.
#Person2#: You're right. It was taken 71 years ago, during the Second World War. I was just 6 years old then.
#Person1#: Is this little girl you?
#Person2#: Yes. And the little boy is my younger brother. The couple standing behind us is our parents. It is the only picture of my family.
#Person1#: Hadn't you taken any pictures together before you took this one?
#Person2#: Of course we did. But all the pictures were destroyed when a bomb destroyed our house. This picture survived because I always took it with me.
#Person1#: Didn't you taken any picture after the bomb?
#Person2#: Well, it was a sad story. My father was killed in that bombing.
#Person1#: I'm sorry to hear that. War left many people sad memories.
#Person2#: Yes. And I'm so glad we can lead such a peaceful life nowadays. | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing a picture about #Person2#'s family. All other pictures are destroyed in the bombing and #Person2#'s father was killed. |
train_10566 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Do you live here?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Oh, well, do you know where the English Language Institute is?
#Person2#: Ah, yes. I think I know where it is. Do you have a car?
#Person1#: No, I'm on foot.
#Person2#: Well, as you go out of the station, just continue along the road until you come to the second crossing and then turn left into King Street.
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Then walk down the street just a bit and take the first turning on the right. And keep walking until you come to the park.
#Person1#: A park, yes.
#Person2#: Well, let's see. Walk through the park. As you get to the end of the path you will see two small roads. Take the road on the right and the English Language Institute is at the end of the road. You can't miss it.
#Person1#: Thank you so much. | #Person2# shows #Person1# the way to the English Language Institute. |
train_10567 | #Person1#: Hi. Welcome back to Susan's Gardening Show. I'm Susan, and we're ready to take our next caller. We have Mark from Seattle. Are you still there, Mark?
#Person2#: Uh. Yeah, but maybe not for long.
#Person1#: So, how can we help you today?
#Person2#: Okay. Uh, my wife is really into gardening, and about five years ago, she received a beautiful climbing rose bush ... I think an Agatha Christie [That's a nice one.] from her mother who has passed away. Anyway, the rose plant seems to be on its last leg.
#Person1#: Really? Nomally, that rose is really quite hardy [I know.], and it's very disease-resistant, too. [I know.]
#Person2#: Yeah. Well, this situation ISN'T normal. You see about a week ago, I was doing some yard work, and I was using some weed killer [UH-oh.], yeah, to try to get rid of some terrible weeds and ...
#Person1#: Did you spray the roses?
#Person2#: Uh, well, not exactly. I set the spray container down near the roses while I was trimming a bush, and the container must have gotten knocked over, and the weed killer soaked into the ground near the roses.
#Person1#: How much weed killer are you talking about?
#Person2#: Uh, about six or seven quarts (about six liters or 1.6 gallons), I think. [Oh, that's a lot.] You know, I mean when you put ...
#Person1#: And the roses? What do they look like now?
#Person2#: Oh, Dead, real dead. Dead as a doornail dead, but my wife hasn't seen them yet.
#Person1#: Really? What have you done? Blindfolded her?
#Person2#: Well, I've kept her away from that side of the house where the roses are, but she is bound to see them at some point.
#Person1#: Yeah, yeah. You've got a problem.
#Person2#: I mean, is there anything I can do to revive them?
#Person1#: Not unless you're a magician.
#Person2#: Well, can you recommend a quick-growing variety that can take its place?
#Person1#: Marc. I'm sorry. You've made a mistake ... A big mistake.
#Person2#: ... except that my wife warned me this could happen ... Oh, man.
#Person1#: Oh, shoot. Listen. You made a blunder. A big mistake. A really big mistake. But unless your wife goes on vacation for a couple of years, you're not going to be able to replace the roses that fast.
#Person2#: So, any recommendation? I mean, what do I do?
#Person1#: You need to talk to her.
#Person2#: Are you kidding? You don't know my wife.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. Look. You've waited long enough. Don't let the grass grow around your feet. Say something, but be sure to hide the garden shears before you do. Kneel down; ask for forgiveness now.
#Person2#: But that's what I did when I killed her prized apple tree last year.
#Person1#: No way. Really?
#Person2#: Oh, man. Oh! She's coming in from outside [Oh, no, oh no.].
#Person1#: One final word: Hide the weed killer. [But ...] Thanks, Mark. That's all the time we have for now. Let's move on to the next caller. | Mark's wife has a rose bush. The rose bush seems to be on its last leg. Mark does not spray the roses and soaked the weed killer in the ground near the roses. The roses are dead. Susan suggests Mark talk to his wife because there is no time to replace the roses. Mark killed his wife's apple tree last year. Susan suggests Mark hide the weed killer. |
train_10568 | #Person1#: Oh, it's a fine day, isn't it? And the food smells nice. It's a perfect day for a picnic.
#Person2#: Yes, it is. I'm glad it doesn't rain. My name's Mike Gates, by the way.
#Person1#: Oh, hi! I'm Alice. Nice to meet you.
#Person2#: Nice to meet you too. So Alice...what do you do?
#Person1#: I'm studying medicine.
#Person2#: Really? Where?
#Person1#: At Harvard. What about you?
#Person2#: I'm working for IBM.
#Person1#: Oh, are you? That sounds interesting.
#Person2#: Yeah. I like it. Hey, it looks like the food is ready. | Mike Gates meets Alice. Alice studys medicine at Harvard. Mike Gates works for IBM. |
train_10569 | #Person1#: Aw, Jane! What did you have to go and do that for?
#Person2#: Do what?
#Person1#: You know what I am taking about. Why did you go and tell Mrs. Wallace how much money I am going to make? Now she will go and tell the whole world!
#Person2#: Well, I am sorry, Paul.
#Person1#: Yeah, but you know she talks to everybody and their brothers.
#Person2#: Well, I apologize. I guess I wasn't thinking. I got all excited.
#Person1#: Oh, well, it's done now. I guess it doesn't matter that much, anyway. They will know in the end. Everyone in this town got a big nose.
#Person2#: You know, it is really a lot of money for a first job... | Jane told Mrs. Wallace how much money Paul is going to make and he thinks Wallace will tell everyone. Jane feels sorry for it. |
train_10570 | #Person1#: Fikky, what's going on? Freggis just told me that you're going to be leaving us.
#Person2#: Yes, I really feel bad out of it. But B. N. D. came up with really good offer.
#Person1#: Well, I didn't know you were going to look for a new job.
#Person2#: Well, just between you and me. I think we have some real problems in this department. Don't get me wrong. It has nothing to do with you, Frank. Everybody says you are an excellent manager.
#Person1#: Problems, what problems? Do we have time to talk about it? | Fikky is leaving because B.N.D gave really good offer. Fikky tells Frank that Fikky thinks there are some problems in the department. |
train_10571 | #Person1#: I've planned to go to Washington this afternoon, but I'm too tired to drive and the bus is so uncomfortable.
#Person2#: No problem. I'll save you the cost of a taxi by dropping you off at the train station on my way to work. | #Person2# will drop #Person1# off on #Person2#'s way to work. |
train_10572 | #Person1#: How did you meet your boyfriend, Cindy?
#Person2#: We were in the same science class last term.
#Person1#: Who made the first move?
#Person2#: I did.
#Person1#: Wow!
#Person2#: It was no big deal.
#Person1#: What do your parents think of your dating a boy?
#Person2#: They're glad that I finally got a boyfriend.
#Person1#: They're glad? ! | Cindy met her boyfriend in the science class. She made the first move and her parents are glad. |
train_10573 | #Person1#: Check the mirror. How do you like it?
#Person2#: I think the style is a little old-fashioned. It's not what I want.
#Person1#: I think this one fits you. It's the new fashion style.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. That's just the one I want. I will take it. | #Person2# thinks the mirror is old-fashioned. #Person2# likes the new fashion style. |
train_10574 | #Person1#: I've heard that Tom is going to move.
#Person2#: What? Are you sure about that?
#Person1#: Yeah, he is going to move next month.
#Person2#: Where is he going?
#Person1#: He is going to Canada and to live with his son.
#Person2#: What a pity!
#Person1#: Why did you say that? It's a good thing for him to live with his son.
#Person2#: I know that. But it's pity for us to lose such a good neighbour. You know I always appreciate Tom's company.
#Person1#: Me too. But anyway we hope he lives happily in the future. | #Person1# says that their neighbor Tom will move to Canada next month.
#Person1# and #Person2# feels pity but wishes him happy. |
train_10575 | #Person1#: Do you know who's just got married? Old Mc Donald.
#Person2#: Never! He's over 80, isn't he?
#Person1#: He's nearly 90.
#Person2#: Good gracious! Are you sure?
#Person1#: I am. Whatsmore, his wife is 84.
#Person2#: Is she really?
#Person1#: Yes, she is. And guess what, he is her sixth husband.
#Person2#: Really? Quite a woman, isn't she? | #Person1# tells #Person2# that Old Mc Donald got married. He is nearly 90 and his wife is 84. Old Mc Donald is her sixth husband. |
train_10576 | #Person1#: What's your favorite hobby?
#Person2#: I'd like reading books best.
#Person1#: Whdt kinds of books do you like to read?
#Person2#: Literature and economy.
#Person1#: By the way, would you like to see movies?
#Person2#: That's OK.
#Person1#: What do you do in your spare time?
#Person2#: I like to play golf, play badminton or crack jokes.
#Person1#: I just like to sleep like a lazy cat.
#Person2#: That's a bad habit. | #Person2# likes reading literature and economy and playing golf, badminton, and cracking jokes. #Person1# likes sleeping. |
train_10577 | #Person1#: OK, Nick. Here's the question, What movie and its sequel both won an Oscar for Best Picture?
#Person2#: The Godfather and The Godfather II, of course. They were both directed by Francis Ford Coppola.
#Person1#: Whew! I'm impressed! You really know your stuff!
#Person2#: Only about old movies, really. . . | #Person2# knows The Godfather and The Godfather II won Oscars for Best Picture. |
train_10578 | #Person1#: What's the temperature today?
#Person2#: It's about 5 degrees centigrade.
#Person1#: What's the weather forecast for tomorrow?
#Person2#: The weatherman says it's going to snow tomorrow.
#Person1#: Are you used to the climate here?
#Person2#: I think I'll soon get used to it.
#Person1#: What is the average temperature of Beijing?
#Person2#: lt's about 180C, but in winter the temperature may fall to 10-15 degrees below zero. And we have a long winter.
#Person1#: Which season do you like best?
#Person2#: I prefer spring when little by little everything becomes green and the weather is almost always nice. | Today is 5 degrees centigrade and tomorrow will snow. #Person2# will soon get used to the weather. Winter in Beijing is long. #Person2# likes spring best. |
train_10579 | #Person1#: How do you know how old a star is?
#Person2#: For most stars, we find its age from how big it is. We can know its size from the amount of light it puts out and its color. Then the size tells us how long a star will live. Big stars live a short life, while small stars live much longer.
#Person1#: I've always wondered if there is an end in space. Do you think scientists have found the answer?
#Person2#: This is a difficult question. The truth is that we have no idea. We currently don't have a way of testing it. But some scientists will come up with a way in the future. I have faith in it.
#Person1#: The last question is from our readers. Do you believe there is other life in different parts of the universe?
#Person2#: There are so many planets in the universe. Life may exist on other planets, but will we ever find or research them? I think that's very unlikely. | #Person2# finds a star's age from its size. #Person2# has no idea whether there is an end in space. #Person2# thinks that it is unlikely to find other life in the universe. |
train_10580 | #Person1#: I heard you are going to London next week.
#Person2#: Yeah, I'm flying there, though I wish there was another way to go. I fly all over the place for business. I'm off and heading out to Paris or New York, but I hate flying.
#Person1#: Why it's much faster than any other kind of transportation?
#Person2#: Well, it always makes me feel nervous and worried
#Person1#: but there are very few plane. Accidents these days.
#Person2#: Well, perhaps not. But when there are there isn't much you can do about it? Is there
#Person1#: Well, I'm sure you'll be all right.
#Person2#: I suppose so, but I still hate it, especially when you get stuck in a seat between 2 other people.
#Person1#: Yes, there isn't much room. But, at least, the journey is over quickly and then you can forget all about it.
#Person2#: Not really. I keep thinking about flight after it's all over. | #Person2# does not like flying because #Person2# feels nervous and worried.
#Person1# thinks the plane is faster and safer. But #Person2# still hates it. |
train_10581 | #Person1#: Brand new sunglasses just $80.
#Person2#: Really? They don't look very new.
#Person1#: These are the latest style from Europe.
#Person2#: Anyway I just bought some the other day.
#Person1#: Not like these. OK, just for you. One pair for $70.
#Person2#: Do they come with a guarantee?
#Person1#: What do you need a guarantee for? These are really tough.
#Person2#: I don't know, you can't lower the price at all?
#Person1#: I don't like to do this, but I guess you can have them for $65.
#Person2#: Sorry I'm on a tight budget.
#Person1#: If you buy two, I can let them go for $50 each.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. I'm not interested. I only want one pair.
#Person1#: Alright one pair for $55.
#Person2#: Deal. | #Person1# bargins for a pair of sunglasses. #Person2# sells the sunglasses to #Person1# with $55 one pair. |
train_10582 | #Person1#: Your garden looks great.
#Person2#: Thanks. The weather has been good this year.
#Person1#: What are you growing?
#Person2#: Some Flowers, but mostly vegetables. I have planted carrots, lettuce, beans, tomatoes, potatoes and peppers, and I also have two apple trees.
#Person1#: Those sound good. You can make fresh salads all summer.
#Person2#: That's the plan. I love making fresh salads.
#Person1#: Do you have a lot of trouble with ants or mosquitoes?
#Person2#: They aren't too bad but there are a lot of spiders. | #Person2# grows some flowers and vegetables in the gardern. #Person2# loves making salads. There are spiders in the garden. |
train_10583 | #Person1#: Oh my gosh, I'm so sorry. I didn't mean to hit your car. My baby was crying in the backseat. I got a little concerned and took my foot off the brake a bit.
#Person2#: That's OK. It doesn't look like there is much damage.
#Person1#: I guess I should get you my license and insurance information. Hold on a second.
#Person2#: Let's pull over to the side of the road. So we can let these people behind us get by.
#Person1#: Good idea. OK, here is my information. Should we call the police? Oh, I've never been in an accident before. This is going to make my monthly insurance costs go up.
#Person2#: I'll tell you what. I have a scratch on my passenger side door that will cost me about $100 to get fixed. Why don't we keep the insurance company out of this?
#Person1#: Would you do that? That is so kind. Are you sure you don't want more?
#Person2#: I have kids and bills to pay, too. I know what it's like.
#Person1#: Here, take $150. That's all I have.
#Person2#: Fine. | #Person1# hits #Person2#'s car. #Person1# gives #Person2# $150 to fix a scratch on passenger side door. |
train_10584 | #Person1#: Hello, this is Lucy. May I speak to Mr. Smith?
#Person2#: Oh, hello, Lucy. What's up?
#Person1#: I'm afraid I can't come to work today, Mr. Smith.
#Person2#: Oh, what's wrong with you?
#Person1#: I've got a fever and a very sore throat.
#Person2#: Well, you sound ill over the phone.
#Person1#: Yes. I have to stay in bed today, but I'll be able to come tomorrow.
#Person2#: That's all right. Have a good rest until you feel well enough.
#Person1#: Thank you, Mr. Smith. Goodbye.
#Person2#: Goodbye, Lucy. | Lucy calls for sick leave for today. Mr. Smith approves. |
train_10585 | #Person1#: Hi, Customer Service Desk. What can I do for you today, sir?
#Person2#: Good morning. I bought this vacuum here a few months ago. But it does not work now. Can I return it or get it fixed?
#Person1#: Do you have your receipt with you?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. Here is the receipt.
#Person1#: When did you buy it from our store?
#Person2#: Let me think... Four months ago.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. You cannot return it because too much time has passed since you purchased it. In order to receive a refund, you must return merchandise to the store within 90 days of purchase.
#Person2#: But the direction book says I will get one-year warranty.
#Person1#: Yes, I know. After 90 days, you need to call the company that manufactured the vacuum to fix it because it is still under their warranty. Their phone number should be in the direction book that came with your vacuum.
#Person2#: Okay. I understand. I will call the Customer Service Office of the manufacturer. Thank you.
#Person1#: You are most welcome. | #Person2#'s vacuum doesn't work now. #Person1# suggests #Person2# call the manufacturer to fix it as it has passed the return period so the vaccum cannot be returened. |
train_10586 | #Person1#: Are you planning on voting?
#Person2#: Yes. Are you?
#Person1#: I will be voting tomorrow.
#Person2#: What ' s your polling place?
#Person1#: My polling place is at the park up the street.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah?
#Person1#: Yeah, where is yours?
#Person2#: I don ' t know.
#Person1#: How is it you don ' t know?
#Person2#: The location of my polling place never came in the mail.
#Person1#: You can always just check online.
#Person2#: Let me go do that. | The location of #Person2#'s polling place never came in the mail, so #Person1# suggests that #Person2# check online. |
train_10587 | #Person1#: Tell me about yourself and your past experience.
#Person2#: I have worked as an executive secretary for 5 years, first for trading companies, and now I am working for a trust company. I interact well with peers, clients, administrators and bosses. I thrive on challenge and work well in high-stress environments.
#Person1#: How are your typing and shorthand skills?
#Person2#: I can type 100 Chinese words a minute and take dictation in English at 150 words a minute.
#Person1#: Can you operate computers skillfully?
#Person2#: Yes, I can. I have received some special training in computers. Besides I am good at operating common office machines, such as fax machines and duplicating machines.
#Person1#: Sometimes we are very busy and need to work overtime. How do you feel about that?
#Person2#: That's all right. But could you tell me how often and how many hours I should work overtime?
#Person1#: It just depends. If we have important visiting delegations, you have to stay with us. It's not unusual.
#Person2#: Mr. Smith, I's like to ask you a question.
#Person1#: OK, please.
#Person2#: What specific duties would I perform if I am hired?
#Person1#: Nothing different from a secretary's common responsibilities. However, you know, our company is an international trade-oriented company, can you handle English papers and write English correspondence?
#Person2#: Yes. I specialized in English secretary studies at college and that's one of the main parts of my present job.
#Person1#: What are your salary expectations?
#Person2#: I really need more information about the job before we start to discuss salary. Maybe you could tell me what is budgeted for the position.
#Person1#: The starting monthly salary would be $ 2, 000, with rises after the half year according to your competence.
#Person2#: I think it's acceptable and I really like the job. And when can I know the decision?
#Person1#: We'll inform you of our final decision by early July. Do you have any other questions?
#Person2#: No. Thank you for the time. | Mr. Smith is interviewing #Person2# asking past experience, typing and shorthand skills, computers skill, feeling toward overtime working, and English skilsl, as well as answering #Person2#'s question about specific duties and salary expectations. The result will be informed to #Person2# by early July. |
train_10588 | #Person1#: When was America discovered, Tony?
#Person2#: I'm not certain. Do you know?
#Person1#: America was discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1492.
#Person2#: In a way that's right. But the Vikings travelled there long beforeColumbus. And what about the Red Indians?
#Person1#: All right. Ask me a question now.
#Person2#: Who invented the electric light bulb?
#Person1#: That's easy. It was invented by Edison.
#Person2#: Correct. Now for a harder question. Who will be the first men on Mars?
#Person1#: I can't answer that. But I think Mars will be visited by men before theed of this century.
#Person2#: Ask me a question now.
#Person1#: All right. What is the nearest planet to the sun?
#Person2#: That's easy. It's.. er. Venus. NO. Pluto. No. Wait a minute. It's Anthe tip of my tongue. Oh dear, what is the nearest planet to the sun? | #Person1# and Tony are playing question game. #Person1# asks Tony the foundation year of America and which planet is the nearest to the sun. Tony asks #Person1# the inventor of the light bulb. |
train_10589 | #Person1#: Okay, here are the graphs and figures for this month's sales. Let's review them all together.
#Person2#: This first one, I have a question. . . This graph is marking the sales performance for our line of hair products, right? Can this line be right? It looks like our sales plummeted. I can't believe we did that poorly. . . If I remember correctly, sales went down slightly, but not as dramatically as the graph shows.
#Person1#: I think you are looking at the wrong line. The rapid drop in sales wasn't our hair products. You are correct, the hair product sales decreased slightly, but not dramatically. The one that didn't do so hot this month was the cleaning products. I think there was a problem in the marketing plan. Some people were offended by our advertisements for the cleaning products, but it was already too late to mitigate the damage, so our mistake shows up in the sales.
#Person2#: Well, the good news is the new industrial cleaning products really took off. Look how the sales have shot up over the last two weeks.
#Person1#: That is our one major success. If you look at the other graphs, you can see that most of the other product lines remained steady with little increase.
#Person2#: At lease they stayed the same. That's better than dropping. | #Person1# and #Person2# are reviewing the graphs and figures for this month's sales and analyzing aspects of success and failure. |
train_10590 | #Person1#: Mr. Wang, I want to apologize for being late again this morning. I just can't get up in time for work.
#Person2#: So it seems. And what are you going to do about that?
#Person1#: I guess I'll have to buy a new alarm clock. | #Person1# tells Mr. Wang that #Person1# will buy a new alarm clock because of lateness. |
train_10591 | #Person1#: Hi, my name is Lean, and I'm from Russia.
#Person2#: Nice to meet you, Lean. My name is Alike. I'm from Japan.
#Person1#: To me English is a difficult language.
#Person2#: A second language is always difficult.
#Person1#: True, but English is harder than most. It's a crazy language.
#Person2#: A crazy language? Why do you say that?
#Person1#: One letter can have several pronunciations and one word can have several meanings.
#Person2#: No wonder you say English is a crazy language. | Lean tells Alike that English is difficult because one letter can have several
pronunciations and one word can have several meanings. |
train_10592 | #Person1#: Oh, George, what a beautiful day it is today! The sun is hot and there are just a few clouds scattered here and there! What a perfect day to be at the beach! The kids are going to have so much fun! And we'll be able to relax in the sun while they're playing.
#Person2#: It does seem like the perfect day! I'm glad we chose to get out of the city and enjoy the nice weather! This looks like the perfect spot! Ok kids, put on your sunscreen while your mom and I set up camp. Here, Mary, help me lay down these beach towels.
#Person1#: There we go. Can you help me with the umbrella? Perfect.
#Person2#: Ok kids, here'sa beach ball and a Frisbee, a pail and a shovel. I want to see an impressive sandcastle by the time we leave. Don't stray too far. Wait! Leave your sandals here or put on your wet shoes.
#Person1#: And stay in the shallow area. I don't want to see you go any farther than that sandbar! It's too deep out there and we didn't bring your floatier.
#Person2#: You're back already? The water was too cold, huh? I'll tell you a secret. Do you see that small pool of water over there? It'll be warmer in there. Go see if you can find some seashells or catch some minnows.
#Person1#: What is that? A jellyfish? Jeremy, put that down right now! It could sting you!
#Person2#: Ah! Not on me! Ow! | #Person1# and George are going to the beach with the kids on a sunny day and #Person1# reminds kids of danger. |
train_10593 | #Person1#: I would like to ask for one day off next week. Do you think the manager will agree? I know it is the busy time for our company, but I do have some important things to handle.
#Person2#: Well, it is hard to say. At least you need to come up with a good reason.
#Person1#: Actually, it is my mother's wedding. My parents divorced many years ago. Now she is ready to establish a new family. It is a special occasion. I'Ve got to be there, right?
#Person2#: Yes, you should be there. Go find the manager and ask. I think the manager will understand and approve you a day off. Don't forget to fill in the leave application form. It will be signed by the manager for approval.
#Person1#: Thank you so much. | #Person1# needs a day off for #Person1#'s mother's wedding during the busy time of the company. #Person2# suggests #Person1# go to find the manager with the leave application form. |
train_10594 | #Person1#: Are you studying any languages here?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm studying in the Foreign Languages Department.
#Person1#: What are you majoring in?
#Person2#: I'm majoring in English.
#Person1#: Is it difficult to learn?
#Person2#: Yes. The language is hard to learn, but it's interesting.
#Person1#: Do you know anything about Britain and America?
#Person2#: I'm reading a lot of books about the two countries. I like the culture.
#Person1#: Right. It's important to learn the culture of a nation if you want to learn the language well.
#Person2#: You're right. | #Person2# is majoring in English and #Person1# asks #Person2# something about language learning and the culture of nations. |
train_10595 | #Person1#: Why are you so late?
#Person2#: I've been through a lot today. I forgot to set my alarm clock last night, so I woke up late this morning. And what is worse, I missed the school bus.
#Person1#: That's enough. Sit down. | #Person2# explains the reasons for being late to #Person1#. |
train_10596 | #Person1#: Do you have any siblings?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. I am the oldest child. I have a sister and a brother. My sister is in college and my brother in high school.
#Person1#: How do you get along with them?
#Person2#: We get alone very well. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# has compatible siblings. |
train_10597 | #Person1#: Jenny, I want to go on a picnic. Could you come too?
#Person2#: I'd be glad to. I love picnicking.
#Person1#: Then, put on your casual clothes and pack some food and beverages.
#Person2#: Can I bring my camera with me?
#Person1#: Sure. Bring enough films, please.
#Person2#: I sure will. | #Person1# invites Jenny to a picnic and tells her to bring some necessities. |
train_10598 | #Person1#: Excuse me, miss. Should I check in here for taking MS121 to Florence?
#Person2#: Yes, show me your ticket and passport please.
#Person1#: Here you are. Can I have a seat in the back of the plane?
#Person2#: No problem. Wish you a nice trip. | #Person1# is checking in with the help of #Person2#. |
train_10599 | #Person1#: Do Mona and Jim need a new house?
#Person2#: No, they have a big new fancy house.
#Person1#: Does Jim make a lot of money?
#Person2#: Yes, he does. He is a science fiction writer.
#Person1#: Does Jim need to make more money?
#Person2#: Afraid so. The more the better.
#Person1#: What do they need all that money for?
#Person2#: Well, they spend it pretty quick. New clothes, new computers and new cars every year. And they'Ve got a cook and housekeeper. Mona used to be an actress, she likes to spend a lot of money.
#Person1#: Do they have any children?
#Person2#: No. They want children but no luck yet.
#Person1#: What does Jim like to do?
#Person2#: Jim likes to travel around the world. That's expensive! So he tries to make a lot of money.
#Person1#: What does Mona like to do?
#Person2#: Oh, she enjoys spending money on fancy parties. Mona loves to wear sexy dresses, and she has quite a bit of jewelry.
#Person1#: Wow. . . She sounds like a high maintenance wife.
#Person2#: I guess so. She is also interested in politics. She knows everyone in city government.
#Person1#: Politics can be an expensive hobby.
#Person2#: She is pretty serious about it. Her uncle is a mayor. She wants to follow in his footsteps.
#Person1#: Politics is a hard game to play.
#Person2#: She might do well. Everyone seems to like her. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about Jim making a lot of money because Mona and Jim both spend money quickly, Jim likes traveling around the world and Mona is interested in fancy parties and politics. |
train_10600 | #Person1#: What is your most preferred training method?
#Person2#: Well, I prefer active rather than passive training. For example, I like the training offered by a financial software company from which we bought the newest updated virgin. They sent the programmers to demonstrate how to do and then ask us to practice. All employees receiving this training were in the same meeting room, so we could communicate with each other. We had a lot of fun learning together. It helps to build up the work relation among colleagues.
#Person1#: Well, that is also very efficient, right?
#Person2#: Of course, it is much better than just giving us some reading materials or information via the internet.
#Person1#: That's boring. Once we were asked to watch a video on how to operate the punches, all of us seemed to fall into sleep by the end of the video. | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing the training methods they like. And they both prefer active rather than passive training. |
train_10601 | #Person1#: Tonight is a party night! What drinks do you think we need?
#Person2#: Well, not everyone wants to drink beer. Make sure there are some soft drinks and juice. Nothing's as refreshing as iced drinks on a hot day.
#Person1#: I don't think we need too much in the way of soft drinks. Two super bottles of Cola should cover everyone. What about wine?
#Person2#: Just buy a cask of wine. Have you bought ice yet?
#Person1#: No, once I fill the tub with beer, I'll get the ice. The beer will be cool if you put the tub under the ice. The cooler, the better.
#Person2#: I think a bottle of champagne would be a good idea. It's appetizing and tasty.
#Person1#: Well, if you say so. Personally speaking, I'd rather die of thirst than drink champagne. | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing the drinks for the party tonight, including soft drinks and wine. |
train_10602 | #Person1#: . . . And now, let's go to Kenny Williams for today's weather forecast.
#Person2#: Thank you Bill, and good morning Salt Lake City!
#Person1#: What's the weather looking like today, Kenny?
#Person2#: Well, it's a bit of a mixed bag in Utah today. we'Ve got heavy cloud cover here in Northern Utah, and we're calling for scattered showers throughout the day, with a day-time high of forty-five degrees. Now, if we move down to the south of the state, we can see that a cold front is moving in. We can expect clear skies, but it will be quite cold, with temperatures hovering around the thirty degree mark.
#Person1#: It's a chilly day folks, so don't forget your coats! What about tomorrow Kenny? Do you have good news for us?
#Person2#: Well, it'll be a rainy day for Northern Utah. we can expect some isolated downpours in the morning. Winds will be coming in from the North East, with gusts reaching twenty-three miles per hour. Salt Lake City can expect the rain to turn to sleet in the evening. Things are looking a bit better for the South. we'll see cloudy skies with a chance of showers. Later in the day, we can expect partly cloudy skies, with a forecast high of thirty-eight degrees.
#Person1#: You heard it folks! It's gonna be a cold one!
#Person2#: That's right Bill. We will have more later on today on the six o'clock news. That's the weather forecast for this morning. | Kenny and Bill are delivering the weather forecast for this morning. They tell the audience that today is a chilly day and tomorrow will be cold. |
train_10603 | #Person1#: Do you enjoy going on dates?
#Person2#: Yes. I find dates to be a lot of fun.
#Person1#: What's so fun about them?
#Person2#: They give me the opportunity to get to know someone better.
#Person1#: So you always have fun on dates?
#Person2#: Not always. I don't always like the person I'm on the date with.
#Person1#: Why not?
#Person2#: My date may not be my type.
#Person1#: So then why would you ask them out in the first place?
#Person2#: I didn't realize until after our date that they weren't my type.
#Person1#: Sounds like a huge waste of time to me.
#Person2#: Now that I think about it, it really is sometimes. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# enjoys going on dates, but sometimes the person #Person2# dates may not be #Person2#'s type. |
train_10604 | #Person1#: Hi, is you, John?
#Person2#: Oh, Jane. What on earth have you been? I've called you a thousand times.
#Person1#: Sorry, John. I suddenly got a severe stomachache last night, and stayed in hospital the whole day.
#Person2#: But I called your cell phone, and there was no answer.
#Person1#: I know, I left it at home.
#Person2#: Do you feel better now?
#Person1#: It's OK now. Don't worry, John. | John asks Jane why she didn't answer his calls last night. Jane explains that she stayed in the hospital and left the cell phone at home. |
train_10605 | #Person1#: Do you have any hats?
#Person2#: Yes, we do. I'll show you several kinds.
#Person1#: I like both of the two hats. Can you give me a discount if I buy both of them
#Person2#: Sure, we'll take 20 % off the price.
#Person1#: I like this colour and it is very bright.
#Person2#: This color is becoming to you, too.
#Person1#: Yes, I think so. How much are they?
#Person2#: The pink one is 30 yuan, and the purple one is 35 yuan. | #Person2# is helping #Person1# buying hats and offers a discount of 20% if #Person1# buys two. |
train_10606 | #Person1#: Hello, how can I help?
#Person2#: Hello there. I need to buy some foreign currency for a business trip. How much can I exchange?
#Person1#: That does depend on where you plan to travel. If you are planning to travel to Hong Kong or Macao we can exchange up to 1, 000 USD for you. If your destination is elsewhere, we can exchange up to 2, 000 USD.
#Person2#: OK, well, I'm going to Europe. I guess 1, 000 USD will be sufficient for now.
#Person1#: OK, I'll process that for you now. | #Person2# wants to exchange some foreign currency and #Person1# processes it for #Person2#. |
train_10607 | #Person1#: What are you doing, Victor?
#Person2#: I'm making a list of food and drinks.
#Person1#: What for?
#Person2#: What for? For the party, of course.
#Person1#: Party? What party?
#Person2#: We're having a Valentine's Day Party.
#Person1#: Oh, I forget. Who's invited?
#Person2#: We'Ve invited all our sophomore friends from school.
#Person1#: Can I help you get ready?
#Person2#: That'll be a big help. Well, here's a list of some of the food you could buy.
#Person1#: Ok, just leave it to me. I'll take care of it.
#Person2#: Thanks. See you at five. Don't forget to bring your valentine. | Victor is making a list of food and drinks for the party and #Person1# helps him. |
train_10608 | #Person1#: Is there a train leaving for Philadelphia?
#Person2#: Yeah. There's an express that leaves in twenty minutes.
#Person1#: May I buy a ticket here at the station?
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: Where?
#Person2#: Go to window number eleven.
#Person1#: Thanks. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to help with buying a train ticket for Philadelphia. |
train_10609 | #Person1#: Hey, Jim, it's time to wake up and get out of bed.
#Person2#: Do I have to get up now?
#Person1#: You'd better get up, or you'll be late.
#Person2#: What are you talking about? My alarm hasn't even gone off yet.
#Person1#: Yes, it did. It went off 30 minutes ago. You slept right through it. You're like a dead person while you sleep.
#Person2#: I must have slept right through it.
#Person1#: Rise and shine! Sleepyhead!
#Person2#: Just let me sleep 5 more minutes.
#Person1#: The early bird gets the worm.
#Person2#: I know. I know. But I don't want any worms.
#Person1#: Ha! Ha! If you don't make an effort now, later on it'll be a lot tougher for you. | #Person1# urges Jim to get up since Jim has slept right through the alarm. But he still wants to sleep 5 more minutes. |
train_10610 | #Person1#: Hello, this is ABC Corporation. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm enquiring about your advertisement for a sales manager in today's newspaper. Is this position still open?
#Person1#: Yes, but do you have any experiences as a sales manager?
#Person2#: Yes, I have a lot of previous experiences in sales. I worked in sales departments for two companies since I finished my university.
#Person1#: That sounds fine. Please give me your name and phone numbers. I'll set up an appointment for an interview for you. It will most likely be in a couple of days. Is it all right for you?
#Person2#: Yes, my name is Brian and my phone number is 5294870.
#Person1#: Thank you. | Brian wants to apply for the position of sales manager and #Person1# helps him to make an appointment for an interview. |
train_10611 | #Person1#: Why do you want to take the police to court?
#Person2#: They arrested me without probable cause.
#Person1#: They did?
#Person2#: They had no reason for arresting me.
#Person1#: I thought they let you go.
#Person2#: Yes, the next morning.
#Person1#: They made you spend the night at the station?
#Person2#: Yes, they did.
#Person1#: What was their reason for arresting you?
#Person2#: I matched the description of a bank robber they were looking for.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: I want justice. | #Person1# asks #Person2# why #Person2# wants to take the police to court. #Person2# says that they mistook #Person2# as a bank robber and arrested #Person2#. |
train_10612 | #Person1#: OK. Do you want a trim, or do you want to get your hair done?
#Person2#: Can I get my hair done like his? His girlfriend has the same hair, and she's white.
#Person1#: Like that Rastafarian over there? You mean dreadlocks? You crazy! That'll take way too long.
#Person2#: What kind of style are you getting done? Can we match?
#Person1#: I'm gonna get a relaxer, then flip the ends up like Halle.
#Person2#: Can I get a relaxer, too? And why did you say, ' You crazy ' instead of ' You ou're crazy '? | #Person1# is helping #Person2# get hair done, and #Person2# wants to match the hairstyle with #Person1#'s. |
train_10613 | #Person1#: I need to get some beef.
#Person2#: Do you know what kind of beef you want?
#Person1#: I want to get some ground beef.
#Person2#: How many pounds do you need?
#Person1#: I would like four pounds of ground beef.
#Person2#: What kind of ground beef do you need?
#Person1#: I would like the extra lean.
#Person2#: Let me go and get that for you.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.
#Person2#: No problem. I'll wrap it up for you now.
#Person1#: I appreciate that. | #Person1# needs some beef and #Person2# asks #Person1# the kind and pounds of beef #Person1# wants. |
train_10614 | #Person1#: Oh, hi Dave. Long time, no see!
#Person2#: Hi Maria. I was in the neighborhood, so I thought I'd drop by.
#Person1#: Come on in. [Thanks.] Take a seat. Would you like anything to drink? I have Sprite or orange juice.
#Person2#: Sprite would be fine. Uh, so, how have you been?
#Person1#: Oh, not bad. And you?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm doing okay, but school has been really hectic these days, and I haven't had time to relax.
#Person1#: By the way, what's your major anyway?
#Person2#: Hotel management.
#Person1#: Well, what do you want to do once you graduate?
#Person2#: Uh... I haven't decided for sure, but I think I'd like to work for a hotel or travel agency in this area. How about you?
#Person1#: Well, when I first started college, I wanted to major in French, but I realized I might have a hard time finding a job using the language, so I changed majors to computer science. [Oh]. With the right skills, landing a job in the computer industry shouldn't be as difficult.
#Person2#: So, do you have a part-time job to support yourself through school?
#Person1#: Well, fortunately for me, I received a four-year academic scholarship [Wow] that pays for all of my tuition and books.
#Person2#: Wow. That's great.
#Person1#: Yeah. How about you? Are you working your way through school?
#Person2#: Yeah. I work three times a week at a restaurant near campus.
#Person1#: Oh. What do you do there?
#Person2#: I'm a cook.
#Person1#: How do you like your job?
#Person2#: It's okay. The other workers are friendly, and the pay isn't bad. | Dave drops by Maria's home and she invites him into her house. They exchange their current situation and future plans for school and work. |
train_10615 | #Person1#: We do a lot of camping in the mountains. What would you recommend for two people?
#Person2#: You'd probably be better off with the four reel drive vehicle. We have several off-road trucks in stock, both new and used. | #Person2# recommends #Person1# the four reel drive vehicle for two-people camping. |
train_10616 | #Person1#: Oh, my goodness, I can't find my book! you must have left the book in the taxi. It's a very good book, you know.
#Person2#: But I have to tell you that you are wrong. I didn't take it at all. I remember clearly that you put it in our bedroom. Oh, yes, on your dressing table.
#Person1#: Really? Okay, I am sorry. | #Person1# thinks #Person2# left the book in the taxi. Actually, #Person1# put it on the dressing table in their bedroom. |
train_10617 | #Person1#: My English teacher suggested that I come in and borrow one of these English-Chinese dictionaries.
#Person2#: Of course, Mr. Jackson. You are welcome to use our dictionaries. But they may not be taken from this room. Wouldn't it be better if you have one of your own? | Jackson wants to borrow a dictionary but #Person2# advises him to have one of his own. |
train_10618 | #Person1#: Hi, Kate. Can I discuss our class picnic with you?
#Person2#: Sure. Go ahead.
#Person1#: Today I think we must decide where and when to have our class activities of having a picnic. Many classmates are asking me about that.
#Person2#: Ok, first, about the location. How about the Central Park? It is near our campus, and we can just walk there, That saves some time and money.
#Person1#: Sounds good. Do you think we can go on Saturday?
#Person2#: Maybe not. Some classmates must attend the training program of our department. Sunday is better. Ok. Then I will go to inform the class. | #Person1# and Kate are discussing the time and location of the class picnic. |
train_10619 | #Person1#: It's your fiftieth birthday. You decide.
#Person2#: I'd like you to organize a surprise party for me.
#Person1#: Sylvia, I know what you want. But a surprise party is impossible. Don't you remember when I tried to organize a surprise party for your fortieth? You found out right away.
#Person2#: Don't remind me. I was so disappointed.
#Person1#: I remembered to get everything ready. But I just forgot to tell people that it was supposed to be a surprise. But the party wasn't disappointing. I mean, it wasn't a surprise, but it was great.
#Person2#: Well, I really don't care what we do. Do whatever you want.
#Person1#: Oh, come on, Sylvia. Let's plan something interesting. We could have a swimming party, or a covered dish supper. It could be fun.
#Person2#: Let's just go out to dinner with a few friends.
#Person1#: But why?
#Person2#: Because it's easy. I don't want to have to do all the planning. | Sylvia wants #Person1# to organize a surprise party for her, but #Person1# reminds her of a surprise party for Sylvia fortieth. Sylvia decides just go out to dinner with a few friends. |
train_10620 | #Person1#: Tom, look at your shoes. How dirty they are! You must clean them.
#Person2#: Oh, mum, but I cleaned them only yesterday.
#Person1#: They are dirty now. You must clean them again.
#Person2#: I do not want to clean them today. Even if I clean them today, they will get dirty again tomorrow.
#Person1#: All right, then.
#Person2#: Mum, give me something to eat, please.
#Person1#: You had your breakfast in the morning, Tom, and you had lunch at school.
#Person2#: I am hungry again.
#Person1#: Oh, hungry? But if I give you something to eat today, you will be hungry again tomorrow. | #Person1# asks Tom to clean his shoes, but he refuses because he cleaned them yesterday, so #Person1# refuses to offer food to Tom for the same reason. |
train_10621 | #Person1#: That is a beautiful painting, Jerry! Where did you buy it?
#Person2#: Actually, I made it. I've been taking art classes for the past year.
#Person1#: Really? That's amazing! I had no idea you were so talented. This looks like it was painted by a professional. | #Person1# is amazed by the painting painted by Jerry. |
train_10622 | #Person1#: What are you doing here?
#Person2#: I'm preparing my fishing tools.
#Person1#: What for?
#Person2#: I'm going to fish with some of my friends.
#Person1#: Are you fond of fishing?
#Person2#: Yes. I like fishing after school and on Sundays.
#Person1#: When did you get such a hobby?
#Person2#: Long ago. You know, my father is fond of and very good at fishing. When I was a child, he took me to the riverside to see him fishing. I found fishing very interesting then. Well, what's your hobby?
#Person1#: I'm very interested in making home movies. But I haven't got a movie camera.
#Person2#: I also like taking photos and I have a Japanese-made camera.
#Person1#: I take a lot of photos, too. But I'm more interested in the history of film, so I really enjoy using a film camera. I'll buy one of my own someday. | #Person2# is preparing fishing tools to fish to meet some friends because fishing has been #Person2#'s hobby long ago. #Person1#'s hobby is making home movies and taking photos. |
train_10623 | #Person1#: Not a single email until now? it's already twelve o'clock. I can't believe it!
#Person2#: Can't bear it, right? I've been there before. I'll feel uncomfortable if no one calls me or sends me text messages, like there is something missing.
#Person1#: Yeah, that's right. If no one sends me text messages, I'll go crazy.
#Person2#: Actually, this is a kind of addiction called 'informania' or 'information overload'.
#Person1#: Addiction? checking emails and text messages often can be called an addiction? no way!
#Person2#: Yes, it is. Do you consider a frequent check of your in-coming emails to be an integral part of your working day?
#Person1#: Aboslutely.
#Person2#: Do you have your cell phone with you wherever you go and check text messages and phone calls from time to time?
#Person1#: Yeah, it's a must. Otherwise, I may miss important phone calls and text messages.
#Person2#: Do you open all your IM tools whenever you're using a computer?
#Person1#: Yes. MSN, QQ, Skype, Google Talk, Ali wangwang, everything, so that I'll be in touch with all friends and relatives.
#Person2#: Now I can tell you're definitely addicted to the overflow of information | #Person1# checks messages all the time on different apps, while #Person2# explains to #Person1# that this is a kind of addiction called 'informania' or 'information overload'. |
train_10624 | #Person1#: What's your favorite book?
#Person2#: It's Gone With the Wind.
#Person1#: Why do you like it best?
#Person2#: I enjoy the various characters and the plot.
#Person1#: Well. I like the Thom Birds best.
#Person2#: Is it very interesting?
#Person1#: Sure. I like the writer's language, too.
#Person2#: If I have a chance, I'll enjoy the book.
#Person1#: Would you like to go to the bookshop with me?
#Person2#: That's a good idea. Let's go! | #Person2#'s favorite book is Gone With the Wind while #Person1# likes the Thom Birds best. Then #Person1# invites #Person2# to go to the bookshop together. |
train_10625 | #Person1#: Can I help you, sir?
#Person2#: I want to find a book called Gone with the Wind. But I can't find it.
#Person1#: Let me give you a hand. The author is. . .
#Person2#: Margaret Mitchell.
#Person1#: Oh, yes. Here it is .
#Person2#: Thank you very much. I have been looking for it for a long time. Is this the latest edition?
#Person1#: Yes, we have both the paperback and hardcover. which would you want to buy?
#Person2#: How about the price of the hardcover?
#Person1#: It's $25.
#Person2#: A little bit expensive, but I will buy one. This is $25, here you are. | #Person2# wants to buy the latest edition of Gone With the Wind and #Person1# helps to find it. #Person2# thinks it's a little bit expensive but still pays for it. |
train_10626 | #Person1#: I am really impressed with your presentation skills.
#Person2#: Thank you. I have been working on it for several years.
#Person1#: Well, your time has been well spent!
#Person2#: It also helps that I have strong team members, such as yourself. You really know your stuff!
#Person1#: Thanks, but I have to admit I am really good at bluffing! | #Person1# and #Person2# are bragging each other. |
train_10627 | #Person1#: . . . so, I said, let's take a break. And since that night, I've been waiting for him to call, but I still haven't heard from him. You don't think he's seeing someone else, do you?
#Person2#: Come on, don't be so dramatic! I'm sure everything is going to work out just fine.
#Person1#: You think so? Oh, no! How can he do this to me? I'm sure he's cheating on me! Why else wouldn't he call?
#Person2#: But, you two are on a break. Theoretically he can do whatever he likes.
#Person1#: He's the love of my life! I've really messed this up.
#Person2#: Come on, hon. Pull yourself together. It's going to be alright.
#Person1#: But I. . . I still love him! And it's all my fault! I can't believe how immature and selfish I was being. I mean, he is a firefighter, it's not like he can just leave someone in a burning building and meet me for dinner. I've totally messed this up!
#Person2#: You know what, Veronica, I think you should make the first step. I'm sure he'll forgive you. . .
#Person1#: No, this is not gonna happen! I. . . I've ruined everything. . . .
#Person2#: do you hear something? | Veronica is waiting for someone's call, but she still hasn't heard from this person. #Person2# comforts her and suggests her make the first step. |
train_10628 | #Person1#: I haven't met Bob for years. How is he?
#Person2#: He has been keeping bach after divorce.
#Person1#: He would have recovered from the stress and got married again.
#Person2#: Once bitten, twice shy. He said he would rather keep bach than to live in disgust. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that Bob said he would rather keep bach than living in disgust. |
train_10629 | #Person1#: We can't wait any longer. . .
#Person2#: I'm terribly sorry to be so late. I had an article. . .
#Person1#: You'll knock yourself out the way you've worked. Why don't you slow down?
#Person2#: I can't afford to.
#Person1#: All right. Now that everybody's here. Shall we be getting started ? Miss Lin, are you ready?
#Person2#: Yes, thanks. Before I start, I'd like to thank Professor Smith for all his help in giving me unlimited access to his research materials.
#Person1#: Excuse me, Miss Lin. Would you mind speaking up, please? I can't hear you very well.
#Person2#: Sorry, I'll try to speak louder. | Miss Lin is late because she had an article. #Person1# asks Miss Lin to start and tells her to speak up. |
train_10630 | #Person1#: Hello! My name's Simon. Are you a new student?
#Person2#: Yes I am. l'm Daisy. Nicc to meet you.
#Person3#: Nice to meet you too. How are you liking college Iife?
#Person4#: lt's awesome and I'm really enjoying my courses.
#Person3#: Me too. I think the courses are more challenging than in high school.
#Person4#: I agree with you. The Professors are excellent and I am really enjoying the classroom discussions.
#Person3#: Yes, absolutely. Are you busy after classes?
#Person4#: I have gotten invoIved with some community service organizations on campus.
#Person3#: Oh, really? You are great! What kind of volunterring do you do?
#Person4#: This summer we worked as Olympics volunteers as intterpreters.
#Person3#: That's amazing. So did you go to China to be volunteers?
#Person4#: Yes, I went to Beijing. Such an impressive city--
#Person3#: I have always wanted to visit Beijing but I haven't had the chance. Maybe next year
#Person4#: You'd love the city. | Simon, Daisy, #Person3# and #Person4# are exchanging college life experience. Simon and Daisy meet for the first time, while #Person3# and #Person4# both like college life. #Person4# went to Beijing and #Person3# has always wanted to visit the city. |
train_10631 | #Person1#: Are you ready for your business dinner?
#Person2#: Yes, we're going to the Seafood Palace.
#Person1#: Well, you'll have some nice ocean views. But are you sure you want to eat seafood during a business meeting?
#Person2#: Oh yeah. I guess it is kind of messy. Maybe I should just stick to salad.
#Person1#: Salad could be a problem there, too. They never cut the lettuce small enough and it served in a big bowl. You can't really cut the lettuce yourself without making a lot of noise.
#Person2#: I guess you're right.
#Person1#: Maybe you could order soup or steak.
#Person2#: Well, I'm definitely going to have a glass of wine. | #Person2# prepares a business dinner at the Seafood Palace, and #Person1# suggests order soup or steak instead of seafood which is kind of messy. |
train_10632 | #Person1#: When you were a kid, what was your dream?
#Person2#: I wanted to be a businessman or a scientist.
#Person1#: Really? Why?
#Person2#: My dad is a businessman, and I wanted to be like him.
#Person1#: Why did you want to be a scientist?
#Person2#: I really liked science when I was young.
#Person1#: Do you still like science now?
#Person2#: Not really.
#Person1#: Then what do you like?
#Person2#: I'm not sure. Maybe travel. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about their dream jobs when they were kids. |
train_10633 | #Person1#: Hi, is this Sue?
#Person2#: Yes?
#Person1#: Sue, this is Tom Lin from Allied Trust and I'm calling to offer you a position with our firm.
#Person2#: What position?
#Person1#: Senior account rep.
#Person2#: How much does it pay?
#Person1#: It starts at $ 30, 000. S
#Person2#: I'm sorry but my bottom figure is $ 36, 000. | Tom Lin from Allied Trust phones Sue to offer her a position, but the salary disspoints Sue. |
train_10634 | #Person1#: Ladies and gentlemen, now we are in the National Forest Park.
#Person2#: What's that?
#Person1#: The stone is a prehistoric log. It was turned to stone millions of years ago.
#Person2#: Really? It's unbelievable.
#Person1#: But it's the truth.
#Person2#: Do you have Ginkgo trees here?
#Person1#: We don't have them here, I'm afraid. Ginkgo trees grow well only in cold weather.
#Person2#: What are these trees opposite to the pine trees?
#Person1#: They are poplar trees. They are widely used in our lives.
#Person2#: I think I know that. | #Person1#'s guiding a tour in the National Forest Park and tells #Person2# about the stones and trees. |
train_10635 | #Person1#: Would you please put that cigarette out? I get sick on it.
#Person2#: You do? OK, fine with me.
#Person1#: Thank you so much.
#Person2#: But I also want ya to do me a favor.
#Person1#: What?
#Person2#: You gotta have some better deodorant.
#Person1#: I'm sorry? ! | #Person1# asks #Person2# to put the cigarette out. #Person2# agrees but asks #Person1# to get better deodorant. |
train_10636 | #Person1#: I wonder if you can help me. I'm looking for a room.
#Person2#: Yes. I've got a small room.
#Person1#: How much is it?
#Person2#: 200 Yuan a week, but smoking is not allowed.
#Person1#: OK. Can I see the room now?
#Person2#: Would you mind waiting? I'm on the telephone. | #Person1#'s looking for a room. #Person1# requests to see #Person2#'s small room. |
train_10637 | #Person1#: I went to visit a customer in IVS Company the other day. Their offices were very impressive, especially their company Logo which is all over the place. There are Logo models in metal, copper, clove, paper. They are even printed on the wall paper and the balls of the table-lights. It is really decorated identity.
#Person2#: It is just too much. Don't you feel it is an exaggerating style to decorate offices in that way?
#Person1#: Not at all! I like the design so much. The designer must have thought really hard to come out with such a brilliant concept.
#Person2#: Well, I doubt that. | #Person1# loves the decoration in IVS Company while #Person2# thinks it's too exaggerating. |
train_10638 | #Person1#: How do you want to advertise the opening?
#Person2#: I've had good responses from the Beijing Times, help-wanted ads.
#Person1#: All right. I suggest posting the ad Monday through Friday.
#Person2#: OK. Monday is the big day for job ads.
#Person1#: And job seekers will certainly check the paper over on Tuesday.
#Person2#: Let's post on the Internet, too. Will get a better response. I'll post the ads. I know some good sites.
#Person1#: Such concern for the company, Craig! I'm impressed. | Craig wants to advertise the opening in the Beijing Times and on the Internet. #Person1# suggests posting the ad Monday through Friday. |
train_10639 | #Person1#: Thanks for offering to give me a lift. I'm looking forward to this party, but I didn't want to go alone.
#Person2#: Don't mention it. It's my pleasure. Have you been to one of these large, sit-down dinner parties since you got to New Haven?
#Person1#: No, this is my first. Last week I went to a cookout for new professors at Dean Barksdale's home. I took a taxi because I didn't want to be late. But I was the first one who arrived at Dean Barksdale's home.'
#Person2#: Cookouts often start slowly. A two o'clock start means you arrive any time after two.
#Person1#: Thanks for telling me this.
#Person2#: I was late getting back from the mall, but I'm hurrying.
#Person1#: Why are you in such a hurry? They said, Dinner at eight, and it's only seven-fifteen. I don't want to be the first one there again.
#Person2#: Don't worry. We won't be the first. | #Person1# thanks #Person2# for offering a lift to a party. #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# was the first one to a cookout but #Person1# doesn't want to be the first one again. |
train_10640 | #Person1#: Mrs. Schmidt! What's happening!
#Person2#: You'll never guess what happened today! I went to the doctor after work and the doctor told me. . .
#Person1#: And the doctor told you to start listening to Bach?
#Person2#: No. . . He told me I'm pregnant!
#Person1#: Congratulations!
#Person2#: And so I bought all these books on having kids and. . .
#Person1#: And they said you should play classical music?
#Person2#: How did you know! They say listening to classical music can make your baby smarter! | Mrs. Schmidt tells #Person1# that she's pregnant so she started reading books on having kids and listening to classical music. |
train_10641 | #Person1#: What is your hobby?
#Person2#: I spend most of my spare time reading. And I subscribe to various newspapers, magazines and periodicals.
#Person1#: What kind of reading materials do you like best?
#Person2#: I am interested in science fiction. | #Person2# loves reading, especially science fiction. |
train_10642 | #Person1#: How will you spend this lovely weekend?
#Person2#: I have no idea, any suggestions?
#Person1#: We haven't played chess for a long time. How about playing chess?
#Person2#: It must be fun. But you know, I am not good at chess. I never won since I've learnt to play chess.
#Person1#: Don't worry, I will teach you how to win.
#Person2#: OK, settled then.
#Person1#: See you tomorrow.
#Person2#: See you! | #Person1# suggests playing chess this weekend and will teach #Person2# how to win. #Person2# agrees. |
train_10643 | #Person1#: Are you feeling better today, Bill?
#Person2#: Well, it's hard to say. I coughed a lot in the evening.
#Person1#: You'd better give up smoking. It's bad for your health.
#Person2#: You're right. But you know it's so hard to give up the old habit like smoking.
#Person1#: But you should make up your mind first.
#Person2#: You know I often have to work far into the night. I need smoking to keep me awake.
#Person1#: Why don't you go to bed early and get up early? You'll have the same time for work.
#Person2#: Thank you for your advice. I'll try it. | Bill coughed a lot in the evening. #Person1# advises him to give up smoking. Bill tells #Person1# he needs smoking to keep him awake when working late. #Person1# suggests sleeping early and getting up early. |
train_10644 | #Person1#: Do you rent cameras here?
#Person2#: Of course. Which one do you like best?
#Person1#: I want one that is easy to handle.
#Person2#: Try this one. You can get a picture by simply pressing the shutter.
#Person1#: That's good. What's the fee? | #Person1# rents a camera with #Person2#'s assistance. |
train_10645 | #Person1#: Hello, Jason. Are you free this Saturday evening?
#Person2#: Yes. I have no plans.
#Person1#: Would you like to Come to our barbecue?
#Person2#: Yes, that sounds wonderful.
#Person1#: OK. See you then.
#Person2#: But wait, wait, will there be food that is not meat? You know. I'm a vegetarian
#Person1#: Hey! I didn't know that! When did you become a vegetarian?
#Person2#: The other day, I decided that I needed to loose more weight so I am going to try to be a vegetarian. And you know what? I don't miss the taste of meat.
#Person1#: Relly? That's amazing.
#Person2#: Yes, it really is. After having vegetarian diet. I have much more energy, I need less sleep, I feel calmer. I can maintain an ideal body weight without worrying about how much I eat and I can think more clearly.
#Person1#: Are you kidding? I really don't think that you think less clearly on non-vegetarian diet.
#Person2#: Yes, maybe. But I feel better since becoming a vegetarian. Maybe you could also have a try.
#Person1#: Maybe I'll also have a try some day, but I'm afraid that it would be difficult for me to refuse meat.
#Person2#: Maybe you would change your mind after having a vegetarian diet.
#Person1#: We'll see. Anyway, I'll prepare some vegetarian food for the barbecue. See you then! | #Person1# invites Jason to the barbecue. Jason tells #Person1# that he'd become a vegetarian and he feels better having a vegetarian diet. #Person1# feels surprised and will prepare some vegetarian food for him. |
train_10646 | #Person1#: Did you working in a similar position before?
#Person2#: Yes. I have been with ABC Insurance Company for four years, and before that, I worked with the Pacific surveyor company as claim officer.
#Person1#: Could you tell me the usual procedures to handle such a case?
#Person2#: Yes, on the shipper's side, when the cargos arrives, all relevant documents will be forwarded to the consignee. Among other things, this party has to check carefully the content of the packing list and weight list. When cargos are found to be damaged of short landed, this party has to call for a joint survey by representatives of the shipping company and the insurance agent. Based on the survey report, they will lodge a clam for compensation.
#Person1#: If you act as our representative what would you do to safeguard our interest?
#Person2#: I think, first of all, I would ask the consignee to produce survey report on loading, if they can't produce that I would suggest them to refer the case to their shipper. Meanwhile, bad weather could be a good excuse to refuse the responsibility.
#Person1#: Are you able to operate the telex?
#Person2#: Yes, I used to dispatch telex to shippers and the consignee to inform them of changes of our schedule and other information.
#Person1#: Now can you tell me if you have a good command of both written and spoken English?
#Person2#: When I was college, I passed Band Six of College English Test. All the foreign business men I've dealt with say my English is quite good.
#Person1#: If you are selected for the position, you must prepare to travel overseas frequently.
#Person2#: No problem, I love it. Thank you for granting me the interview. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# has worked as a claim officer before and explains what #Person2# would do to safeguard the interest if #Person2#'s appointed the representative. #Person2# can operate the telex and #Person2#'s fluent in English. |
train_10647 | #Person1#: Hello, and welcome to IBA. Which service do you require?
#Person2#: Hello, Shelly, is it? I'm here on behalf of my company, so I'll need the Corporate Banking Services.
#Person1#: That's no problem ; I can take care of that for you.
#Person2#: I need to have a credit check done for my company.
#Person1#: If it's this kind of consultancy service, I'll have to direct you to another department, I'm afraid.
#Person2#: That's no problem. Do you offer any other consulting services?
#Person1#: There are many services you can choose from. Why don't you take a look at this leaflet while I find someone who can help you?
#Person2#: Great. I'll wait right here, thanks. | #Person2# comes to IBA to have a credit check done for #Person2#'s company. Shelly can't help with this consultancy service and will direct #Person2# to another department. |
train_10648 | #Person1#: Did your eye doctor prescribe you contact lenses?
#Person2#: No, I'd like to know something about contact lenses.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. We have both hard and soft contact lenses. They are very popular, but a little more expensive than ordinary glasses.
#Person2#: I have found I'm short-sighted recently. I need to wear glasses. As a student, it's better for me to wear ordinary glasses instead of contact lenses.
#Person1#: We have many kinds of glasses here. Which frames do you like best?
#Person2#: I think the square-shaped ones will be the best for me.
#Person1#: What about this pair? They are the'in'things now in optical wear. Try them on.
#Person2#: They fit me very well. I like them.
#Person1#: Please go to receive optometry first over there. | #Person1# requests #Person2# to tell about contact lenses and finally chooses ordinary glasses with #Person2#'s assistance since #Person1#'s a student. |
train_10649 | #Person1#: Excuse me, I'd like to buy a guitar. Could you recommend one?
#Person2#: Sure. Do you want an acoustic one or an electric one?
#Person1#: An acoustic one.
#Person2#: Are you looking to get a steel-string or a classical?
#Person1#: What's the difference?
#Person2#: Well, a classical guitar has nylon strings and its neck is bigger than a steel-string guitar's. It's best suited for finger picking. A steel-string is best for playing chords.
#Person1#: I'm mainly interested in learning to play rhythm guitar.
#Person2#: In that case, I'd suggest a steel-string guitar. The best one we have is the Ovation.
#Person1#: This one's a little too expensive for me. I'd prefer something cheaper for now. When I'Ve learned to play, I might get a better one.
#Person2#: In that case, how about this one? It's inexpensive but it's still well made and easy to play.
#Person1#: Hmm. All right, I'll take it, and this book on how to play the guitar as well.
#Person2#: You should also get a couple of guitar picks.
#Person1#: Oh, right. Thanks for your help.
#Person2#: Don't mention it. | #Person1# purchases a guitar, a book on how to play the guitar, and some guitar picks on the advice of #Person2#. |
train_10650 | #Person1#: I have been getting headaches almost every day lately.
#Person2#: Have you just started getting a lot of headaches?
#Person1#: I never had very many headaches before, but the last few weeks I have been getting a lot of them.
#Person2#: Have you had any unusually stressful situations in your life lately?
#Person1#: My mother just passed away last Tuesday.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. How about sleep? Are you getting enough rest?
#Person1#: I have been working really hard, and sleep has not been a priority.
#Person2#: Have you bumped your head or fallen lately?
#Person1#: No, I haven't hit my head.
#Person2#: I am going to send you to a neurologist for a few tests. | #Person1#'s been getting headaches. #Person2# asks #Person1# some questions and will send #Person1# to a neurologist for a few tests. |
train_10651 | #Person1#: Mike, I'm afraid I can't come back home for dinner tonight.
#Person2#: Not back home for dinner again? That's the third time this week!
#Person1#: I'm sorry. Our company has just opened. There are always too many things to handle. You know that.
#Person2#: You don't have to explain. Suit yourself.
#Person1#: Please forgive me. You have my word. I'll spend some time with you on the weekend. I promise.
#Person2#: We'll see.
#Person1#: Thank you for understanding. I promise I'll make it up to you. | #Person1# tells Mike #Person1# can't go home for dinner. Mike's disappointed since it's the third time this week. #Person1# promises to make it up to him on weekends. |
train_10652 | #Person1#: Welcome to Youth Travel Agency. Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: We'd like to look around the town. Can you tell me the best sightseeing route to take?
#Person1#: Why not come here and have a look at the guidebook?
#Person2#: I think this route is quite interesting. How long does the tour last?
#Person1#: Let me see. It's a one day tour. | #Person1# helps #Person2# seek a route to look around the town. |
train_10653 | #Person1#: What should I do if I notice a fire?
#Person2#: Raise the alarm by breaking the glass of the nearest fire alarm. Call Security, say'Fire'and give your name and exact location. At night you should phone the fire service from the nearest telephone.
#Person1#: Should I try to put the fire out?
#Person2#: If you discover a small fire, you can try to put it out with a fire extinguisher but only do this if you have been trained. Make sure you use the right extinguisher. They are all colour-coded and contain different substances to put out the fire. | #Person2# tells #Person1# what to do if #Person1# notices a fire. |
train_10654 | #Person1#: Alpha Beta Courier Service? This is Louise Walker calling from The Marketing Company.
#Person2#: Good morning, Ms. Walker. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: We need to deliver some documents to our Monroe street branch. Can you come by and pick them up?
#Person2#: Of course, Ms. Walker. Could I have your account number, please? And, when do these documents need to arrive? | Louise Walker calls #Person2# for the document delivery service. |
train_10655 | #Person1#: What are you doing, Janice?
#Person2#: I am reading the book on patent and I think it will be helpful for my work.
#Person1#: Patent? Are you also learning something about patent?
#Person2#: Yep! I heard that your company is registering a new trademark.
#Person1#: You are well-informed. Can you tell me something about the Patent Law in our country from the book you are reading?
#Person2#: I just read this in the whole afternoon. Let me show you.
#Person1#: So coincidental. Actually we can exchange some information on this problem.
#Person2#: The purpose of the law is to protect and encourage inventions and to promote the development of science and technology. The law came into effect in 1984, and it consists of 8 chapters with 69 articles.
#Person1#: Is there any provision on applying for the patent for foreign company?
#Person2#: Foreign companies should appoint a patent agency, which is designated by our government to act as his patent agent. This task is usually taken by the Patent Agent Department.
#Person1#: How long is the duration of patent right for an invention according to your Patent Law?
#Person2#: 15 years. | #Person1# requests Janice to tell #Person1# something about the Patent Law in their country from the book she's reading. Then they exchange some information on this problem. |
train_10656 | #Person1#: Welcome to Flower Power, sir. What can I get for you?
#Person2#: I'd like a dozen long-stemmed roses.
#Person1#: Would you like them delivered?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like them sent to this address.
#Person1#: Do you want to sign the card?
#Person2#: No, could you just write your secret admirer on it for me? I don't want her to recognize my handwriting.
#Person1#: Ah. . . very well, sir. I'll have them delivered this afternoon. | #Person2# buys some roses with #Person1#'s assistance and requests #Person1# to write the secret admirer for him. |
train_10657 | #Person1#: Where do these flower vases come from?
#Person2#: They are made a town nearby. The flower vases are made of porcelain and covered with tiny bamboo sticks.
#Person1#: Are they breakable?
#Person2#: No. They are not only ornamental, but also useful.
#Person1#: No wonder it's so expensive. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about the flower vases. |
train_10658 | #Person1#: I was looking for the Resume Writing Workshop.
#Person2#: You came to the right spot. Come on in and join us!
#Person1#: I am not really sure that I remember how to even put a resume together.
#Person2#: I am here to show you how to put together the perfect resume. It will turn out great!
#Person1#: How do we get started?
#Person2#: We need to put our name and contact information across the top.
#Person1#: Then what?
#Person2#: You can list your education at the top, or choose your job experience to be there if it is more impressive.
#Person1#: Could I list my interests and special skills next?
#Person2#: I think that that would work out quite well as an ending for your resume. | #Person1# comes to the Resume Writing Workshop and puts together #Person1#'s resume with #Person2#'s assistance. |
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