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train_11059 | #Person1#: Hi, betty!
#Person2#: Hi, andy, how are you finding your new job?
#Person3#: Pretty good. My colleagues seem alright. So far everything is great.
#Person4#: That's nice. What do they have you doing over there?
#Person3#: Well, I work in the marketing department. The corporate culture is totally different from my last employer. Before, when I was assigned a task, I was totally on my own but here most of the work is done in teams. Everyone works very closely with each other.
#Person4#: That' s really good. It's very important to feel like you are part of the team at work.
#Person3#: Indeed. Team work is highly valued in this new company. I like our boss too. He is easy to get along with treats everybody with respect and appreciation. He's highly respected by all his employees.
#Person4#: That's great, that's good for a positive work environment and helps motivate employees. I wish my boss was like that.
#Person3#: True, take my former supervisor as an example. He was extremely controlling and overbearing. He always had to micromanage everything.
#Person4#: Well, now you don't have to worry about that. This new place sounds really good.
#Person3#: Yeah it is. | Andy tells Betty that the corporate culture in her new company is totally different from her last one. Team work is highly valued and the boss treats everyone with respect and appreciation, while her former supervisor was extremely controlling. |
train_11060 | #Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I was trying to log into the patient website, but it seems that I need an email from you.
#Person1#: Did you register when you were in the clinic today?
#Person2#: Register? I don't know what you mean.
#Person1#: Did you give them your email address?
#Person2#: Well, I did four years ago and again 2 years ago. But I never got an email from the doctor's office after that. And I went in today for a check up, but nobody seems to remember me.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm sorry about that. Why don't you give me your email address? I'll help you get everything set up. | #Person2# cannot log into the patient website and never got an email from the doctor's office. #Person1# will help #Person2# with that. |
train_11061 | #Person1#: I'm not sure about this soup, Carl. It has no taste.
#Person2#: No, I don't think so, Maria. It tastes fine to me. We've been to this place before and I don't feel the soup taste any different.
#Person1#: Well, I still think it needs something. Salt?
#Person2#: No, certainly not. What about pepper? If anything, I think it could use a little more of that.
#Person1#: Now you're talking. That's exactly what it needs, and how about some more onions, too?
#Person2#: I don't know about that. You seem to be starting to like food with strong taste recently.
#Person1#: Oh, really? | Maria thinks the soup has no taste and needs some pepper and onions. Carl thinks Maria starts to like the strong taste. |
train_11062 | #Person1#: Hi, Bob, do you know anything about boxing?
#Person2#: Yes, it's a sport that does good to bodybuilding.
#Person1#: Oh, I just think it is about fighting.
#Person2#: Actually, it is also a skill to protect ourselves.
#Person1#: Why not come to my boxing club? You will know a lot.
#Person2#: No, but I'd like to see you fight.
#Person1#: Come on, it would be perfect if you experience it yourself. | #Person1# asks Bob to go to #Person1#'s boxing club to experience it himself. |
train_11063 | #Person1#: Hi, Jane, nice to see you again. I heard that you went to the US during the vacation.
#Person2#: Yes, I went to New York to attend a summer course in English.
#Person1#: How lucky you are! How long did you stay there?
#Person2#: About 50 days. I went there on July the fifth and came back on August the twenty-fifth.
#Person1#: Where did you live in New York?
#Person2#: I lived with an American family, the Whites. They're very kind people. Shortly after I arrived, we became good friends. And living in their house, I could speak English with them everyday.
#Person1#: How nice! Then, how about the course?
#Person2#: The course was also very good. The teachers were very nice. They taught us to listen, read and write in English, but it was mostly speaking. I found that the American classes are different from our classes here. The students there have more freedom. You can sit anywhere you like in the classroom. You can ask the teacher questions at anytime during the class. And you are welcome to share your ideas with the class. I really like this kind of class.
#Person1#: How interesting! Maybe our teacher should try that. | Jane tells #Person1# that she went to New York to attend a summer course in English for about 50 days and lived with an American family. The course was mostly about speaking and students there have more freedom. |
train_11064 | #Person1#: Tah dah. We are here. This is your big surprise.
#Person2#: We're going to the circus.
#Person1#: You got it in one. It's going to be great. There will be Clowns in mind trainers.
#Person2#: I haven't been to the circus since I was a kid.
#Person1#: That's the point. I thought this would be an unforgettable experience of recalling the past for both of us an let us feel like kids again
#Person2#: I'm not sure.
#Person1#: Come on. Will Mister First Act? I think there'll be magicians and tightrope walkers, too.
#Person2#: Great.
#Person1#: Listen. I can hear cheers from here. Let's go.
#Person2#: When you said that you had a surprise for Maine that would make me feel young again. This wasn't exactly what I imagined.
#Person1#: I know. It's even better, right?
#Person2#: If you say so. | #Person1# takes #Person2# to the circus as a big surprise. |
train_11065 | #Person1#: What a great shot!
#Person2#: Who's playing tonight?
#Person1#: Playing? I'm watching a TV documentary about nature photography.
#Person2#: What does that have to do with basketball?
#Person1#: It doesn't, I was commenting on the picture I just saw. It's a photo of a lion jumping.
#Person2#: Ok, I like lions, but what's so impressive about that.
#Person1#: Well, the photographer was in the path of a running lion when it rushed out of the bushes, the photographer dropped to the ground on his back, and the lion jumped right over him. It was chasing a zebra and the photographer...
#Person2#: Shot the lion with a gun?
#Person1#: No, he took a picture really quickly, as the lion jumped over, that's what I meant by great shot.
#Person2#: I'm surprised the guy wasn't attacked.
#Person1#: I think the photographer was shocked, too. He was twice lucky, for being alive and for taking the photo of the year. | #Person1# tells #Person2# about a great picture a photographer took when he dropped to the ground and a lion jumped over him. |
train_11066 | #Person1#: Hi Tony, it's Alice, my cars broken down.
#Person2#: Oh no, where are you? Have you had your car taken to a garage?
#Person1#: I'm waiting for a repairman to come out and fix it. Can you believe it? I'm at some traffic lights and I'm causing a traffic jam.
#Person2#: Don't worry. I'll come and get you. I need to go to the bank anyway. | Alice asks Tony for help since her car broke down and she's causing a traffic jam. |
train_11067 | #Person1#: Can you give me a ride to the library?
#Person2#: Studying at the library again? I take just as many classes as you do, but I only have about an hour of studying to do every day. And I can get all my work done either here at home or at the cafe down the road.
#Person1#: Well, I'm majoring in physics. I have several projects to each month and that's after I spend 10 or 15 hours a week in the lab. You're a psychology major. You have one midterm and one final exam for each class right?
#Person2#: Yeah.
#Person1#: You've got it so easy. | #Person2# is confused about the fact that #Person1# studies at the library again. #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# has more work to do. |
train_11068 | #Person1#: There are so many people that the tickets are all sold out!
#Person2#: Luckily we got the last two.
#Person1#: Look, Danny. The Four Great Inventions!
#Person2#: Gunpowder, compass, the paper making, and the printing.
#Person1#: I really admire those who made such great inventions!
#Person2#: May, I don't see why they are great. They are just simple things.
#Person1#: They look simple today. But they were milestones in their times.
#Person2#: Milestones? May, you must be kidding.
#Person1#: Just think Bill Gates, those inventions are as important as the windows system.
#Person2#: Well, I suppose the ancient inventors made a lot of money out of them.
#Person1#: No, quite the contrary.
#Person2#: Why? Didn't you say that they were milestones?
#Person1#: Yes, but they went to the public without any patent protection.
#Person2#: Well, their inventors were not as clever as Bill Gates. | May and Danny got the last two tickets to an exhibition. May thinks the four great inventions are impressive while Danny disagrees. |
train_11069 | #Person1#: Over here is our gym. We have all the latest equipment.
#Person2#: But I haven't used exercising equipment before. Can you tell us some more details?
#Person1#: Certainly. We have here the race apparatus, stationary bike, muscle builder set, chest expander, bar bell, dumb bell and so on.
#Person2#: Working in the gym is a very good way for losing weight. What else do you have?
#Person1#: Here's the swimming pool. It's open from 10 a. m. to 11 p. m. There are also massage rooms here.
#Person2#: That's wonderful! I like swimming. | #Person1# introduces the equipment in the gym and the swimming pool to #Person2#. |
train_11070 | #Person1#: Do you use an anti-virus program to protect your computer?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. I also use an anti-spyware program and a firewall. There are so many nasties on the internet and so many people who are trying to use the internet to hurt other users. You have to be very c
#Person1#: How often do you run your anti-virus program?
#Person2#: I usually run it every few days. It finds a virus about half the time.
#Person1#: Which anti-virus program would you recommend?
#Person2#: Have you tried this one? It ' s very good and you can download it for free on the internet. You can also download updates for free.
#Person1#: That sounds very good. Which website should I visit to download it?
#Person2#: Just a minute... go to this one. I ' ll send you an email with the line in it. It only takes a few minutes to download. Then you have to go through the set up procedures. But they are not complicated.
#Person1#: What do you use your computer for?
#Person2#: I use it for several things-surfing the net, word processing and creating presentations. I don ' t play many games on my computer, but I do a lot of work with photographs. Using a computer program, you
#Person1#: Computers are great, aren ' t they? I should download some programs and learn how to use them. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# runs #Person2#'s anti-virus program every few days to protect #Person2#'s computer and recommends it to #Person1#. #Person2# uses #Person2#'s computer mainly for doing work with photographs. #Person1# wants to download some programs and learn them. |
train_11071 | #Person1#: I'm going for a walk, Yi-jun. I need some time to myself.
#Person2#: Don't you want to go to the visiting hours? This sheet says they are tonight.
#Person1#: I just can't right now. Everyone will be talking about Taylor and. . .
#Person2#: . . . and maybe that's what we both need.
#Person1#: I need to come to grips with his death first. And I also need to prepare a eulogy in case I'm asked to speak tomorrow.
#Person2#: OK, but don't forget I'm here for you, and I know how you feel. It's my loss, too. | #Person1# needs #Person1#'s own time to grip with Taylor's death first. Yi comforts #Person1#. |
train_11072 | #Person1#: I don't know what to do about the people who live in the flat above me!
#Person2#: Why? What are they like?
#Person1#: They're incredibly selfish. They're always up until the wee hours of the night playing their music so loudly that I have to wear earplugs in order to fall asleep!
#Person2#: Have you ever talked to them about it?
#Person1#: I tried to introduce myself to them when they moved in, but they were so arrogant that I didin't want to ever talk to them again!
#Person2#: What did they say?
#Person1#: They both just talk about how great they are all the time.
#Person2#: They soud like the neighbours from hell!
#Person1#: They are! Besides being loud and arrogant, they're also terrible gossips. They're always talking about everybody else in the apartment.
#Person2#: I thought you didn't talk to them much.
#Person1#: I don't, but they talk so loudly that I can hear what they're talking about from my bedroom - and it's not very nice.
#Person2#: What do the other people in your apartment think about them?
#Person1#: Most of my other neighbours are scared of them.
#Person2#: Maybe you should think about moving.
#Person1#: I can't afford to move right now.
#Person2#: Well, perhaps you should have a party and try to get to know them better. Maybe once you get to know them, they'll turn out to be more sensitive.
#Person1#: I think you're being a bit optimistic. If you met them, you'd understand.
#Person2#: Well, I don't know what else you could do then. Do you think bribing them with chocolate would work? | #Person1# complains about #Person1#'s loud and arrogant neighbors who are also terrible gossips. Most of the other neighbors are scared of them. As #Person1# cannot afford to move, #Person2# suggests trying to know the neighbors better but #Person1# says it won't work. #Person2# runs out of ideas. |
train_11073 | #Person1#: How much did you bid?
#Person2#: Eighty-five dollars. If my bid is the highest after three more days, I win! It's fun!
#Person1#: We'll see how much fun it is after they take all your money!!
#Person2#: But they won't! I checked the seller's history, and he got good reviews from other buyers.
#Person1#: What if he had his friends fake the reviews?
#Person2#: You are so paranoid! Not everybody is a crook, you know. | #Person2# bade eighty-five dollars but #Person1# thinks #Person2# might be deceived. #Person2# says #Person1# is paranoid. |
train_11074 | #Person1#: I can't believe my English teacher is making me read pride and prejudice!
#Person2#: Why not! It's a classic ; in fact, it's one of my favorite novels.
#Person1#: But it's so old.
#Person2#: Don't judge a book by its cover. Do you Kwon what it's about?
#Person1#: No, not at all.
#Person2#: First of all, it's a romance novel, set in the early 19th century.
#Person1#: I didn't realize it was a romance novel. What's the main storyline?
#Person2#: It's basically about a father who tried to marry off one of his five girls.
#Person1#: Why does he want to do that?
#Person2#: Since he doesn't have a son, he hopes that one of the girls will marry a wealthy man. That way, all of his daughters will be cared for.
#Person1#: Won't they get his inheritance?
#Person2#: No, that's the problem. Though they are well-off, once he dies, his house will go to his cousin. So, when he dies, the girls will have nothing.
#Person1#: I see. This sounds interesting! Maybe my teacher isn't so horrible after all.
#Person2#: So, are you going to read the novel or watch the movie?
#Person1#: There's movie? My teacher didn't tell me that!
#Person2#: That's probably because she wants you to read the book first.
#Person1#: It would take a lot less time. .
#Person2#: How about this. When you finish the book. I'll get the movie and watch it with you.
#Person1#: Ok. That sounds like a deal. | #Person1# changes #Person1#'s opinion on Pride and Prejudice after #Person2#'s introduction of this novel. #Person2# tells #Person1# there's also a movie version and promises to watch it with #Person1# when #Person1# finishes the book. |
train_11075 | #Person1#: You don't look too well. What's going on?
#Person2#: I just lost my job. I'm just worried about how I'm going to pay the bills.
#Person1#: I'm sorry to hear that. Have you been looking for another job?
#Person2#: I just started, but the job market is very bad right now. I'm not optimistic about it.
#Person1#: That's tough. What does your wife think about this?
#Person2#: She's trying to be supportive, but I can tell she is very worried about our financial situation as well.
#Person1#: I have some friends who might be able to help you find a job. I'll see what they can do.
#Person2#: I really appreciate your help.
#Person1#: No problem. In the meantime, don't try to worry so much. You'll get through this. | #Person1# comforts #Person2# after finding out #Person2# lost his job. #Person2# thinks #Person2#'s wife is worried despite being supportive. #Person1# offers to help #Person2# find a new job. |
train_11076 | #Person1#: Martha. What's wrong? Why are you crying?
#Person2#: Jake just broke up with me.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. When did this happen?
#Person2#: Yesterday. I didn't even know it was coming. He just told me he found someone else.
#Person1#: What a jerk. He doesn't deserve you.
#Person2#: But it still hurts. I thought I loved him.
#Person1#: He didn't treat you that well either. Maybe you don't want to hear this, but I think you can do better.
#Person2#: Better or worse, it doesn't matter. I had a lot of feelings for him. I really liked him
#Person1#: It must be really painful. I remember when Josh and I broke up. I was crying for a week.
#Person2#: I know. I'll get over him. My first break up was painful because I was naive.
#Person1#: Exactly. You'll find someone again. You should get your mind off of this. Let's go shopping.
#Person2#: Maybe tomorrow. I don't feel like it tonight.
#Person1#: How about coffee down the street?
#Person2#: Sure. | Martha is crying because Jake broke up with her. #Person1# comforts Martha and invites her to go shopping but Martha refuses. They choose to have some coffee instead. |
train_11077 | #Person1#: Can you be serious for a moment, we've been dating for 6 months now, I really like you. I'd like to take a relationship to the next level.
#Person2#: So what are you trying to say to me?
#Person1#: It feels like you are not dedicate to our relationship. It seems like you treat it as a just casual dating.
#Person2#: How should I say it?
#Person1#: I don't want to be like this. I think we should get step further.
#Person2#: It has only been 6 months, our relationship hasn't had a chance to maturate. We are still have some hurdle we have to jump over.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: Last week I saw Brain kissing you on the cheek.
#Person1#: It was only the cheek.
#Person2#: That is ok, then? Starts on the cheek? pretty soon you french kiss in the back on his car.
#Person1#: Oh, that is ridiculous.
#Person2#: So is it ok if I kiss other women on the cheek?
#Person1#: Definitely not.
#Person2#: You see, we still have hurdle. | #Person1# wants to take the relationship with #Person2# to the next level but #Person2# disagrees because #Person1# has ambiguous relations with others. |
train_11078 | #Person1#: I just got a letter from an old high school buddy.
#Person2#: Really? That's nice.
#Person1#: He usually keeps me posted.
#Person2#: I've been completely out of touch with my old friends.
#Person1#: It's hard to keep up contact when people move around so much.
#Person2#: Yes, people just seem to drift apart. | #Person1# got a letter from an old friend. #Person1# and #Person2# agree it's hard to keep in contact with old friends. |
train_11079 | #Person1#: You're free to leave.
#Person2#: I'm so excited.
#Person1#: What are you planning on doing now?
#Person2#: I'm going back to college.
#Person1#: What are you going to major in?
#Person2#: I haven't thought about it yet.
#Person1#: I don't want to see you back here.
#Person2#: You won't see me here again.
#Person1#: I don't think this place is for you.
#Person2#: I know.
#Person1#: I wish you luck.
#Person2#: Thanks. I know things are going to be better. | #Person1# is excited to leave and plans to go back to college. #Person2# wishes #Person1# luck. |
train_11080 | #Person1#: Hi Mike. What have you been up to?
#Person2#: Not much. I started exercising.
#Person1#: Trying to get in shape?
#Person2#: Yeah, and I need to start improving my health.
#Person1#: Me too. What are you doing besides exercising?
#Person2#: That's about all.
#Person1#: I think if you eat better, it will help tremendously.
#Person2#: Sleep is good too. I heard people who sleep an average of eight hours a day have less health problems.
#Person1#: Looks like there are a lot of things to do to stay healthy.
#Person2#: True. But I think it is worth it. When you get old, you want to be healthy and active. | Mike started exercising to improve his health. #Person1# and Mike point out eating better and sleep well are important too. |
train_11081 | #Person1#: May I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like some information about the trains to Beijing.
#Person1#: When do you want to go?
#Person2#: On July 7, I have to be there well before twelve o'clock.
#Person1#: There's a train at 7 a. m. It'll get you there at 11 a. m. But there are many stops along the way.
#Person2#: And I have to get up early, too. Are there any non-stop trains to Beijing?
#Person1#: Yes, there is one at 8: 30 a. m. That arrives at 11:35 a. m. | #Person2# asks #Person1# about the trains to Beijing on July 7. #Person2#'d like to take a non-stop train arriving before 12 o'clock. |
train_11082 | #Person1#: Hello, Jane. What do you do in your spare time?
#Person2#: Well, nothing special, reading, watching TV, walking, and so on.
#Person1#: Don't you have any hobbies, like stamp collecting or things like that?
#Person2#: No, I don't have any hobbies. How about you?
#Person1#: I like collecting antiques. It's expensive, but it's a lot of fun.
#Person2#: Really? How many collections do you have?
#Person1#: So far I have more than 500 collections.
#Person2#: Among those collections, which is the most expensive?
#Person1#: A set of ancient china. It is really invaluable. | Jane says she has no hobbies. #Person1# likes collecting antiques and says #Person1#'s most expensive collection is a set of ancient china. |
train_11083 | #Person1#: good afternoon. ' ginger's restaurant '. May I help you?
#Person2#: yes. I'd like to book a table for Friday evening please.
#Person1#: certainly. For how many people?
#Person2#: we'll be eight or nine people. Could we book a private room?
#Person1#: I'll just check. At what time on Friday evening?
#Person2#: about 7:30.
#Person1#: yes. That's fine. We can book you a private room for up to ten people at that time. Could you give me your name please?
#Person2#: my name is Jenkins. My phone number is 7539738 2. that's confirmed then. 7:30 on Friday.
#Person1#: yes. Do you intend to order a la carte or will you be having our seafood buffet?
#Person2#: oh, we'd like the buffet please. We'Ve heard it's very good. | Jenkins books a private room at ginger's restaurant for Friday evening. Jenkins gives his number and says he would like the buffet. |
train_11084 | #Person1#: Hello. I'd like to get a seat to New York City on a flight leaving sometime before this Friday.
#Person2#: I'm afraid Thera isn't any direct light before Friday. What about a non-direct one? You have to make a change in Detroit.
#Person1#: Well, in that case, that's fine. I want a first class ticket on Thursday.
#Person2#: Would you like to pay in cash or by card?
#Person1#: Cash, please. | #Person1# books a non-direct flight to New York and pays by cash with #Person2#'s assistance. |
train_11085 | #Person1#: May I take your order now?
#Person2#: Yes, please. What's special today? Any special recommendations?
#Person1#: Certainly. I would recommend'Songshuguiyu'.
#Person2#: The name sounds fascinating. What is it exactly?
#Person1#: Well, it is sweet and sour fried Mandarin fish.
#Person2#: Sorry, I'm not interested in vinegar.
#Person1#: Then, how about this one?
#Person2#: OK. I'll have that.
#Person1#: Very good. Could I serve you anything else?
#Person2#: Thank you. That's enough.
#Person1#: My pleasure. Just a little while, your order will be ready very soon. Please enjoy your lunch.
#Person2#: Thanks. | #Person1# recommends a sour dish but #Person2# is not into vinegar. #Person2# proceeds to order the other recommendation. |
train_11086 | #Person1#: how are you doing?
#Person2#: I'm ok. I wish I could say the same for my friend.
#Person1#: what happened to him?
#Person2#: he was arrested by the police for drinking and driving.
#Person1#: was it his first offence?
#Person2#: unfortunately not. He was charged with a DUI when he was in university.
#Person1#: what happened to him then?
#Person2#: not much ; it was a minor offence back then. He got away with a fine of $ 500.
#Person1#: did they take his license away?
#Person2#: no, they were really easy on him. The problem is that that was a long time ago. They are much tougher on crime now.
#Person1#: what do you think will happen to him?
#Person2#: well, he'll definitely lose his license, pay a fine, and maybe even spend some time in jail.
#Person1#: that doesn't sound too promising. Does he have a defence lawyer?
#Person2#: not yet. If we can't find a lawyer for him, then the state will appoint him with one.
#Person1#: my sister is a lawyer. I can ask her if she can help him.
#Person2#: that'd be great! I know he'd appreciate your help. | #Person2#'s friend, who had been charged with a DUI once before, was arrested for drinking and driving again. As the police are much tougher on crime now, #Person2# thinks #Person2#'s friend may even spend some time in jail this time. #Person1# says #Person1#'s sister, a lawyer, may help. |
train_11087 | #Person1#: May I know your full name?
#Person2#: My full name is Zhang Yong. Zhang is the surname or family name.
#Person1#: How do you spell your family name?
#Person2#: Zhang, Z, H, A, N, G.
#Person1#: What is your present address?
#Person2#: My present address is No. 415 Green Street. This is also my permanent address.
#Person1#: May I ask your telephone number?
#Person2#: My telephone number is 4837625.
#Person1#: Where are you from?
#Person2#: I'm from Guangdong.
#Person1#: May I ask the date of your birth?
#Person2#: My birthday is June 14th, 1985. | #Person1# asks for Zhang Yong's full name, address, phone number, birth date, and where Zhang Yong's from. |
train_11088 | #Person1#: Could you tell me your education background?
#Person2#: Sure. Where shall I begin?
#Person1#: Where did you go to university?
#Person2#: I went to the university of Ohio, in America.
#Person1#: What degree did you get?
#Person2#: I got a bachelor's degree.
#Person1#: What was your major?
#Person2#: I majored in English and minored in Chinese.
#Person1#: What was you G. P. A?
#Person2#: I graduated with honors. I had a 3. 9.
#Person1#: Do you plan to pursue further education?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like to obtain a master's degree in international relations.
#Person1#: When do you think you will do that?
#Person2#: After I have 3-4 years of work experience.
#Person1#: I see. | #Person1# asks about #Person2#'s education background. #Person2# plans to pursue a master's degree after 3-4 years of work. |
train_11089 | #Person1#: Doctor Ruth's office, may I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to make an appointment to see the doctor. My name is Randy Horn.
#Person1#: Let's see, Mr. Horn. . . The doctor's schedule is full today. Would tomorrow be all right?
#Person2#: Yeah, I guess I can survive until tomorrow.
#Person1#: Would you prefer to come in in the morning or the afternoon?
#Person2#: In the morning, if possible.
#Person1#: The doctor has an opening at 10:30 tomorrow. I'll put you down for then.
#Person2#: That would be fine.
#Person1#: Okay, Mr. Horn, see you tomorrow at 10:30. | #Person1# helps Mr. Horn make an appointment to see the doctor at 10:30 tomorrow morning, as the doctor's schedule is full today, |
train_11090 | #Person1#: Hello, this is Shogun Restaurant.
#Person2#: Hello, I need to make a dinner reservation.
#Person1#: Can you tell me what night you will be coming?
#Person2#: We will be coming to your restaurant on Tuesday night.
#Person1#: What time will you be dining with us?
#Person2#: Our first choice would be 7
#Person1#: How many guests will be in your party?
#Person2#: Four of us will be coming.
#Person1#: Please just give me your name, and at 7
#Person2#: Great! Our last name is Foster.
#Person1#: Thank you, Mr. Foster, see you this Tuesday at 7
#Person2#: I look forward to having dinner at your restaurant. Thank you for your help. | Mr. Foster makes a dinner reservation for four for Tuesday at 7 PM. |
train_11091 | #Person1#: Good. Now what kind of job do you want? Mr. Wilson?
#Person2#: I don't mind really. Perhaps a job in a shop or a factory.
#Person1#: Well, I know Brown's Biscuit Factory are looking for a porter. They pay $ 200 a week.
#Person2#: That sounds all right.
#Person1#: Good. Now here's the address of the factory. The manager's name is. . . | #Person1# suggests a factory job to Mr. Wilson. Mr. Wilson is okay with it. |
train_11092 | #Person1#: Yes, I think there is something wrong with my car.
#Person2#: What's the matter?
#Person1#: When I tried to back it, I found it was out of order. I can't see where the trouble is.
#Person2#: Let me see.
#Person1#: Is it serious?
#Person2#: No, the damage is minor.
#Person1#: And when will it be OK?
#Person2#: 4:00 p. m. .
#Person1#: OK. Thank you. | #Person2# says #Person1#'s car has minor damage and will be fixed by 4 PM. |
train_11093 | #Person1#: hi. Could you give me a hand with this report?
#Person2#: sure. I'd be happy to give you some hints and advice.
#Person1#: thanks. Would you mind taking a look at the layout? Do you think it's appropriate? I want it to be formal, but not boring to look at.
#Person2#: it looks good to me. I would suggest that you put the client's logo and our logo on each page. The bosses seem to like that.
#Person1#: that's an excellent suggestion. I can easily do it on the computer.
#Person2#: why don't you use a different font the headings? They'll be more distinct.
#Person1#: I'll take that suggestion too. How about the content?
#Person2#: I think you'Ve included all the essential things. You might want to make the conclusion a little longer. Restate your reasons clearly.
#Person1#: is it ok to include the pictures?
#Person2#: definitely! I would include one or two on each page if possible. Remember that you should make the report as eye-catching as possible.
#Person1#: thanks for those ideas. I'll get to work on them right away. | #Person1# asks for feedback on a report. #Person2# gives some suggestions on the layout. #Person1# is grateful and will start to work on them right away. |
train_11094 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. Welcome to Lincoln Bank, how can we be of service?
#Person2#: Hi. You called and said I should come in. It's about some documents that have arrived for Nobut Foods.
#Person1#: Just pulling up your information now. Yes, some documents arrived for you from Sapporo.
#Person2#: Oh great! We've been waiting for those. Is everything alright with them?
#Person1#: Actually, there is a problem. It's the goods description, it's a little different on the invoice, but this does happen sometimes.
#Person2#: No, everything has to be perfect.
#Person1#: No problem, I'll just get the form for you. | #Person1#, from Lincoln Bank, tells #Person2# the goods description is a little different on the invoice. #Person2# wants it to be fixed. |
train_11095 | #Person1#: Do you have all types of seafood here?
#Person2#: Yes, Sir, the specialty of our restaurant is the seafood.
#Person1#: What do you recommend?
#Person2#: Perhaps you would like some sole. Many guests like it very much.
#Person1#: OK, we will try it.
#Person2#: Any drinks?
#Person1#: Two bottles of white wine, please. | #Person1# orders some sole and white wine with #Person2#'s assistance. |
train_11096 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. ABC company. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, may I speak to Mr. James Potter, please?
#Person1#: I'm afraid Mr. James Potter isn't available right now. Would you like to leave a message?
#Person2#: This is Martin Richard with Sun Electronics. It's very important that he returns my call this afternoon.
#Person1#: Does he have your office number and your mobile phone number?
#Person2#: I think so. but let me give them to you again.
#Person1#: Okay.
#Person2#: My office number is 714-888-3765; my cell phone number is 909-333-8739. He can reach me at my office number before 6:00 p.m. or anytime today on my mobile.
#Person1#: Very well. I'll give him your message as soon as he returns to the office. | Martin phones to speak to James but James isn't available. Martin says it's very important that James returns his call this afternoon and gives #Person1# his phone number. |
train_11097 | #Person1#: These are really good. You see where says selling dishes?
#Person2#: Yes?
#Person1#: The food comes to the table all bubbling and spitting. I had a big dish last time.
#Person2#: It's worth having again, then?
#Person1#: Well, I'll try something different, like fish?
#Person2#: Era, I'm not too keen on that, actually. What about this duck thing? Is it a sort of specialty?
#Person1#: Yes, crispy duck with aromatic sauce, young.
#Person2#: Ok, well, that's one thing. And I quite like the taste of this rice. It seems to have a bit of everything in it.
#Person1#: I think the noodles are better, actually. | Era and #Person2# are discussing what to eat. They agree on crispy duck with aromatic sauce but have different preferences for other things. |
train_11098 | #Person1#: English Language Center. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm calling to find out more information about your program. For example, what kind of courses do you offer?
#Person1#: Well, first of all, the purpose of our program is to provide language learning opportunities for this area's community, whether a student's goal is to master basic language skills, let's say, for his or her job, or to study to enter a US college or university.
#Person2#: Okay, I'm calling for a friend whose daughter is interested in attending a US university.
#Person1#: And that's kind of, uh, instruction that we provide, from basic communication courses to courses focusing on particular subjects such as computer learning, cultural communication and business English.
#Person2#: Great. How much is it for a full-time student?
#Person1#: It's two thousand and thirty dollars.
#Person2#: Got it. Thank you for your help.
#Person1#: No problem and please don't hesitate to call again if you have any other questions.
#Person2#: Okay. Bye. | #Person2# calls the English Language Center for a friend's daughter. #Person2# asks the price and details of their program. |
train_11099 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, my son and daughter bought this pen here for my wife's birthday, but it doesn't work, so I'd like to exchange it.
#Person1#: Let me see. Was it dropped or anything?
#Person2#: No, but you can see that the point is bent a little bit.
#Person1#: Yes, it is, isn't it? We'd be happy to exchange it for you. But I'm afraid we don't have another purple one. We only have this pen in black and yellow now.
#Person2#: My wife doesn't care for either of those colors.
#Person1#: We have one with a red leather cover. That's three dollars more.
#Person2#: The children worked hard to save up the eleven dollars for this one. They would probably be upset if I paid for part of their present.
#Person1#: If you want, we can order another pen just like this one.
#Person2#: That sounds like a good idea. Would you please go ahead and do that?
#Person1#: We'd be very happy to. It will take a week or ten days. We'll call you when it comes in.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. | #Person2# wants to exchange the broken pen his children bought for his wife's birthday. #Person1# doesn't have another purple one but offers to order another one just like it. #Person2# agrees. |
train_11100 | #Person1#: Hi, Mary!
#Person2#: Hello, Phil. How are you?
#Person1#: I'm fine. Where are you headed?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm on my way home from work.
#Person1#: I didn't know you had a job.
#Person2#: Yeah. I work part-time at a supermarket.
#Person1#: What do you do there?
#Person2#: I work in the produce section. Wrapping fresh fruit and vegetables. I also stock shelves. Sometimes when it really gets busy, I work at the check-out counter. Have you got a job, Phil?
#Person1#: Yeah. I do yard work for people. You know, cutting grass, pulling weeds, things like that.
#Person2#: I'd like doing that. It must be nice to work outdoors.
#Person1#: Sometimes it is, except when it rains or snows or gets too hot or too cold or...
#Person2#: Ha-ha. I guess every job has its shortcomings. There are times when I get really tired of carrying things around at my job. But a job's a job. Got to earn money for school.
#Person1#: Me, too. Tuition fee is high, isn't it? Well, I'd better get going. I've got to plant some trees for my neighbors this afternoon.
#Person2#: Well. Don't work too hard. Holding down a job, going to class, studying. Sometimes it can become too much for one person. Take it easy.
#Person1#: You, too. It was great seeing you, Mary. | Mary works at a supermarket; Phil does yard work. They share their working experience. Mary thinks every job has its shortcomings but they have to earn money for school. |
train_11101 | #Person1#: Now, Mr. White, did you see the accident clearly?
#Person2#: Oh, yes, I was standing outside my house.
#Person1#: Do you remember what time it happened?
#Person2#: Yes, it was 4: 30 by my watch.
#Person1#: Good. Now, was the truck going fast?
#Person2#: Yes. Well, perhaps the driver thought the light was changing to green. But it was red.
#Person1#: Are you sure, Mr. White?
#Person2#: Yes, absolutely sure.
#Person1#: Then the truck hit the taxi, did it?
#Person2#: Yes, with much noise. Then I called the police.
#Person1#: Well, thanks a lot, Mr. White. Good-bye.
#Person2#: Good-bye. | Mr. White tells #Person1# the truck hit the taxi at 4:30. |
train_11102 | #Person1#: So, that's what's been keeping you so busy recently!
#Person2#: Yes, I've been tied up with my studies. You know I'm planning to go to the United States this coming summer, but I'm a bit nervous about my English. | #Person2# has been busy studying for going to the US. |
train_11103 | #Person1#: I've been thinking of changing my job.
#Person2#: Do you think you'll leave the airline soon? It is really a well-paid job, isn't it?
#Person1#: Yes, but I'm getting tired of being constantly on the move. I just want to settle down. | #Person1# works for an airline but wants to change #Person1#'s job to settle down, |
train_11104 | #Person1#: Office software like Windows might be one of the best inventions in this information age. It saves us from so much work and makes the communication even around the world much easier.
#Person2#: Fully agree. I do enjoy the convenience though I am still a beginner in using Excel. The latest office equipment is more type-functional. It combines fax machine, copy machine and printer in one. It saves a lot of place one machine instead of three.
#Person1#: Yes, this machine is even smaller than those before.
#Person2#: When will we get one of those?
#Person1#: You know our boss always trying to save the last penny. We have to use up the equipment first. | #Person2# and #Person1# admires the latest office equipment. #Person1# thinks they won't get the new machines as their boss is a saver. |
train_11105 | #Person1#: How can I lose weight, doctor? I seem to get fatter even when I just look at food?
#Person2#: Well, Jim. It is a combination of how much you eat, the type of food you eat, and when you eat your meals.
#Person1#: I never eat breakfast though.
#Person2#: That's a big mistake, you should always have a good breakfast. You will not run your car without fuel, and yet you won't expect your body to work without food.
#Person1#: I never thought about it that way.
#Person2#: I bet you eat a large evening meal, then sit and watch TV or read a book. Then instead of burning off your energy, your body stores it as fat.
#Person1#: Oh doctor, I feel so foolish.
#Person2#: Well control is really using common sense when you plan your eating habits.
#Person1#: I know doctor, thank you so much. | #Person1# consults #Person2# on how to lose weight. #Person2# says #Person1# should develop better eating habits. |
train_11106 | #Person1#: Well, the way you drive, Jen. . . I still don't think that's a good idea.
#Person2#: I really love this music. It's a compilation.
#Person1#: I know. It's a mix of all the latest songs.
#Person2#: And you got them off the Net?
#Person1#: No. I recorded these from your CDs.
#Person2#: Well, thanks for asking for my permission. . . Now hand it over and let me record!
#Person1#: I knew I shouldn't have shown you my new toy. . . | Jen enjoys the music and finds out #Person1# recorded them from Jen's CDs. Now, Jen wants to record. |
train_11107 | #Person1#: We are here.
#Person2#: OK. How much is the fare?
#Person1#: The total is 45 yuan.
#Person2#: 45 yuan? It is too much, Are you sure?
#Person1#: It is 45 yuan on the meter.
#Person2#: Is there something wrong with your meter?
#Person1#: No. I am sure about that.
#Person2#: OK. Could you give me a receipt?
#Person1#: Yes. This is your receipt. | #Person2# thinks the fare is too much and asks for a receipt. |
train_11108 | #Person1#: I had a great interview with admission at MIT.
#Person2#: Really? What did they say? Will you be admitted?
#Person1#: Well, they didn't say anything for sure. But I figured that with my grades and with my good performance, I'll have no problem. What about you? How was your interview with Michigan?
#Person2#: The interview was fine.
#Person1#: It's a great college.
#Person2#: Yes, it is. My father and my grandpa both went there. My father would like me to go there to take study medicine for which the college is famous. But I'd like to get my own way.
#Person1#: What do you want to study?
#Person2#: I've been thinking. I want to be a reporter.
#Person1#: You did pretty well on the school paper. Have you discussed it with your parents?
#Person2#: No, but I will. What do you choose to major in?
#Person1#: Physics. | #Person1# had a great interview with admission at MIT and wants to study physics. #Person2#'s dad wants #Person2# to be a doctor but #Person1# wants to be a reporter. |
train_11109 | #Person1#: Good evening and welcome to Young Writers of the Year. At only 19, this Oxford student has already published a novel. He is a student in physics, but has a special interest in English writing. As you probably know, his novel is based on his childhood experience and is particularly popular among college students. Now, we are very happy to have Simon with us tonight. Simon, welcome to the program.
#Person2#: Thanks. It's a pleasure to be here. I was lucky I suppose. Here I am now with a published novel on my first attempt.
#Person1#: So could you tell us more about your novel?
#Person2#: Well, it's called My Diary and it's kind of an everyday story of my life and schooling in South Africa. You know, my father is a news reporter and I stayed there with him for 3 years.
#Person1#: We learned that while studying at Oxford, you worked as a volunteer in Vietnam during summer vacations. Are you going to make what you are learning from Vietnam, the subject of your next novel?
#Person2#: I can't say at the moment. I'm afraid. I'm very much interested in the history of Vietnam, though. I plan to work there when I graduate.
#Person1#: Well, it sounds exciting and interesting. Thank you for coming, Simon. | #Person1# introduces Simon to Young Writers of the Year. Simon summarizes his published novel and reveals his plan to work in Vietnam despite not knowing the subject of his next novel. |
train_11110 | #Person1#: Susan did you have a dream when you were a little girl?
#Person2#: Of course I did. I dreamed to be a great scientist, but unfortunately I didn't realize it.
#Person1#: I had the same experience with you. When I was a little boy, I dreamed to be a pilot, but now you see, I'm just a common office clerk.
#Person2#: OK. Forget about that Steven. Do you have some practical dreams at present?
#Person1#: I do, and now I'm working hard to learn English and I want to be an interpreter someday.
#Person2#: You are promising. Just follow your dream and never give up.
#Person1#: Thanks. I will. | Steven and Susan tell each other their childhood dreams. Steven has a more practical dream of being an interpreter now. |
train_11111 | #Person1#: Hello, Jenny. Are you going to California?
#Person2#: Yes, I have decided to live abroad.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: I think life there is more comfortable. The cost of living is not so high like here and the environment there is better.
#Person1#: But you will leave all of your friends here. Then you have to find a new job.
#Person2#: That's no problem. I can still be a painter.
#Person1#: If you insist on living there, I hope you can be happy everyday.
#Person2#: I will. Anyway, I have bought the air ticket. I can come back if I'm unhappy there, so don't worry about me.
#Person1#: OK, I plan to hold a farewell party for you this Sunday. We can invite our friends.
#Person2#: Thank you. That's very kind of you. | Jenny is going to live in California due to the lower cost of living and a better environment there. #Person1# will hold a farewell party for her. |
train_11112 | #Person1#: I'd like a cup of coffee and a cheeseburger, please.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, but we don't have any burgers at the moment.
#Person1#: But you always serve your whole menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. That's why I come here.
#Person2#: You're right. But one of our cooks is sick, so we had to take some things off the menu for a while. If you want to come back in half an hour, we'll definitely have our normal lunch menu.
#Person1#: That's OK. I'm really hungry. Let me see. I'll still take the coffee and I'll have a bacon and egg sandwich instead, please.
#Person2#: Do you want breakfast potatoes with that?
#Person1#: No, thank you.
#Person2#: OK, your total is $6.50.
#Person1#: Here is a 10.
#Person2#: And here's your change and receipt. | #Person1# orders a cheeseburger with coffee. #Person2# says there is no burger because a cook is sick. #Person1# orders a sandwich instead. |
train_11113 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, may I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Could you do me a favor please and change this note for me?
#Person1#: Don't you want to buy anything in my shop?
#Person2#: Sorry, I just need some change. I have got to phone someone.
#Person1#: OK. Let me see if I can help you.
#Person2#: That's very kind of you.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but I'm rather short of change myself. But there is a bank next to the park. You can get some there.
#Person2#: Well, thank you all the same. | #Person1# asks #Person2# for some change. #Person2# is also short of change and suggests going to the bank instead. |
train_11114 | #Person1#: Where are you going to spend your holiday this year, Bob?
#Person2#: Well, my wife's been talking about Egypt recently. She wants to go there and my son would like to go there, too.
#Person1#: Yes, it's an interesting country to see.
#Person2#: But we can't make up our minds yet. You know, a round trip ticket to Egypt costs a lot.
#Person1#: But you could go by sea.
#Person2#: You're right. It's cheaper, isn't it?
#Person1#: You may save at least half of the money.
#Person2#: But don't you think it would take a long time?
#Person1#: But you can rest and enjoy the ocean scenery. You'll definitely enjoy yourselves, I'm sure.
#Person2#: Don't be so sure, we may not go anywhere!
#Person1#: You always hesitate at everything.
#Person2#: It's not my fault. My wife always worries too much.
#Person1#: About what?
#Person2#: Well, who is going to look after the house? And who was going to look after the pets? And we have these problems every year? And in the end, we have to stay at home and look after everything! | Bob is hesitant to travel to Egypt because it costs a lot. #Person1# suggests going by sea and says Bob is always hesitant. Bob says it's his wife who worries too much. |
train_11115 | #Person1#: Are you still learning Chinese?
#Person2#: Yes, but I don't have enough time for it. I have so many other things to do every day.
#Person1#: It is the same with me. I can read Chinese now but I still find it difficult to speak Chinese and I don't always understand people when they speak Chinese to me.
#Person2#: We don't hear Chinese enough I think. Do you listen to the radio from China?
#Person1#: Yes, I listen to the news from China almost everyday. That helps me understand Chinese but not to speak it.
#Person2#: We'd better go to China for a holiday.
#Person1#: Right. That'll be the best way. | #Person2# and #Person1# find it's difficult to speak Chinese and think going to China for a holiday will help. |
train_11116 | #Person1#: Excuse me madam.
#Person2#: Yes?
#Person1#: Would you mind letting me take a look at your bag?
#Person2#: Well, I'm afraid I certainly do mind. If it's all the same to you, now go away taxi, I've gotta train to catch.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. I'm just trying to do my job. But I'm afraid you are making it rather difficult. However, I must insist on seeing what you have in your bag.
#Person2#: And what do you expect to find in their? Jewels?
#Person1#: Madam, if there's nothing that doesn't belong to you, you can leave right away. And I'll apologize for the inconvenience.
#Person2#: Oh very well, here you are.
#Person1#: Thank you, and then man's watch is?
#Person2#: Yes, I get very nervous if I don't know the time.
#Person1#: I see you smoke a lot too, madame. 15 cigarette lighters?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm a heavy smoker, and, and I happened to collect lighters.
#Person1#: I bet you do madam. Well, I'm afraid I'm going to have to ask you to come along with me.
#Person2#: How dare you? I... | #Person1# insists on checking #Person2#'s bag. #Person2# refuses at first but finally agrees. #Person1# finds a man's watch and 15 lighters and asks #Person2# to come along. |
train_11117 | #Person1#: Are you ready to go shopping?
#Person2#: Just a few minutes. I need to make a list of the things that we need.
#Person1#: Good idea. Remember to write down tea, eggs, red pepper and potatoes.
#Person2#: But we've already got 4 eggs in the fridge.
#Person1#: Do you forget that my mother's birthday is tomorrow and I'm going to make a birthday cake for her tonight? I'll need at least 6 eggs to make one.
#Person2#: I got it. Oh, what kind of tea do you prefer, green tea or flower tea?
#Person1#: I'd like to try the new green tea.
#Person2#: OK, do you bring enough money?
#Person1#: We don't have enough cash, but I'll take my credit card. | #Person2# is making a shopping list. #Person1# reminds #Person2# of #Person1#'s mother's upcoming birthday and #Person1# needs more eggs to make a birthday cake. |
train_11118 | #Person1#: This broth is wonderful. What's in it?
#Person2#: Lamb and beef. It will get even tastier when we add the veggies!
#Person1#: Hey! Watch out! You're using the same spoon for both broths!
#Person2#: So?
#Person1#: You're getting that hot stuff in my mild broth!
#Person2#: You'll be OK. It's just a little bit... | #Person1# likes the broth and asks #Person2# what's in it. |
train_11119 | #Person1#: Darling, I am back. What are you doing?
#Person2#: I am washing clothes. Are you hungry now? Wait for a moment, I'll cook dinner for you. ( Steven bends his brows )
#Person1#: B, should we get a maid?
#Person2#: I can do all the housework. We don't need a maid.
#Person1#: You have worked very hard in the office. If we can get someone to help you, you can have more rest.
#Person2#: We really don't need to.
#Person1#: You are a good wife, Julia. But you must take care of yourself.
#Person2#: Give me some time to think about it. | #Person1# suggests getting a maid for Julia has worked hard in the office. Julia'll think about it. |
train_11120 | #Person1#: What time is our connecting flight?
#Person2#: Let me check. Oh, oh! It ' s at 3:25.
#Person1#: Wow, that's cutting it close! That means we only have 25 minutes to make the connection! What gate is it at?
#Person2#: It ' s at... gate 14.
#Person1#: Oh, great! That ' s at the other end of the terminal!
#Person2#: OK, so here ' s the plan ; When we land, run to gate 14!
#Person1#: I ' m be right behind ya! | The connecting flight's getting close. #Person1# and #Person2# hurry to make the connection. |
train_11121 | #Person1#: What can I help you with?
#Person2#: May I ask you something?
#Person1#: What's your question?
#Person2#: How many hours behind the wheel do I need?
#Person1#: What do you need to take it for?
#Person2#: I'm trying to get my license.
#Person1#: You need six hours.
#Person2#: Can I do all six hours in one day?
#Person1#: You have to do it in three days.
#Person2#: That's all I have to do?
#Person1#: That's everything.
#Person2#: Well, that's a relief. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person2# needs six hours behind the wheel in three days to get the license. |
train_11122 | #Person1#: Hi, I'm George. I'll be your waiter this evening. Are you ready to order or do you need a few more minutes?
#Person2#: I'm ready now. I'd like the roast chicken and a side order of corn.
#Person1#: And would you like an appetizer before your meal? The soup of the day is our delicious tomato soup.
#Person2#: I'll pass on the soup, but I'd like a garden salad.
#Person1#: Can I get you anything to drink? :
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like a glass of iced tea.
#Person1#: Okay. I'll be back in a minute with your drink and salad.
#Person2#: Thank you. | George helps #Person2# order a garden salad, roast chicken, corn, and a glass of iced tea. |
train_11123 | #Person1#: I want to take a look at that home with the Open House flags out front.
#Person2#: What a wonderful neighborhood! Can you find that house on our Open House list?
#Person1#: Yes, that is one of the houses that we have on our list.
#Person2#: They always make the front yards look so great for Open Houses. Let ' s see what the inside looks like.
#Person1#: I am going to go sign my name in the registry to let the listing agent know that we were here.
#Person2#: Signing the registry is a good idea. I think I want to see the kitchen next.
#Person1#: I really appreciate that the listing agent provided water on such a hot day.
#Person2#: I need to pick up a flyer with the information about the house on it.
#Person1#: Is the current asking price listed on the flyer?
#Person2#: The asking price has recently gone down to two hundred and twenty-five thousand dollars. | #Person1# and #Person2# want to see a house with the Open House flags out front. They find it on the Open House list and come to see it. |
train_11124 | #Person1#: How do you celebrate national day in your country?
#Person2#: There are parades in many cities and people fly the national flags from almost every public building.
#Person1#: What kinds of parades are there?
#Person2#: The parades are usually military ones, but sometimes there are procession of people carrying flags and singing patriotic songs. What do you do on national day in your country?
#Person1#: We don ' t have a national day.
#Person2#: Really? That ' s unusual.
#Person1#: I guess it is. Most countries have on, but we don ' t.
#Person2#: Actually, even though we have parades, most people just use the national day holiday to visit family or go shopping. In the evening, many people watch special TV shows which celebrate national day. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how people celebrate national day in #Person2#'s country while #Person1# tells #Person2# they don't have a national day. |
train_11125 | #Person1#: Do you think they two will get married?
#Person2#: Yeah, you can count on it.
#Person1#: I think so. Yes, they get along so well.
#Person2#: I like him. He's good for her.
#Person1#: You're right. He sure is. | #Person1# and #Person2# think the two will get married. |
train_11126 | #Person1#: What do we need for the barbecue?
#Person2#: Well, I'Ve bought a lot of meat. I'Ve got pork chops, small steaks, chicken wings and plenty of hot dog sausages and hamburger patties.
#Person1#: I can't wait to start cooking. I'Ve bought the grill and charcoal. Do you have enough plates and utensils?
#Person2#: I think so. I bought some paper plates and cups for people to use. It will save on the washing up.
#Person1#: And if people drop them, they won't break. We'll need to buy some buns to make hot dogs and hamburgers.
#Person2#: They sell them at the shop around the corner. We can go and get some in a few minutes.
#Person1#: I brought some cheese to make cheeseburgers and some onions for the hot dogs. We'll need some tomato catchup and some barbecue sauce.
#Person2#: I have the sauce, but remind me to get some catchup at the shop.
#Person1#: How long does it take to cook meat on the barbecue?
#Person2#: It only takes a few minutes. Some people like their meat well done, others like it rare. The great thing about the barbecue is that everyone can choose how they want their meat cooked.
#Person1#: They can cook them themselves to make sure exactly how they like it.
#Person2#: I hope you haven't invited any vegetarians. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about what they need for the barbecue. They share what they have brought. They'll go to the shop to buy some buns and catchup. Both they think people can choose how they want their meat cooked by the barbecue. |
train_11127 | #Person1#: What can I get for you today, sir?
#Person2#: I would like a cup of decaf with cream and no sugar.
#Person1#: Would you like anything else with that?
#Person2#: How fresh is that apple pie over there?
#Person1#: Our pie is brought in fresh every day. And I can tell you it's delicious.
#Person2#: Okay, throw in a piece of that pie then.
#Person1#: Is this to stay or to go?
#Person2#: I'm in a bit of a hurry today, so we'd better make it to go. Thanks for asking. | #Person1# helps #Person2# order a cup of decaf and a piece of apple pie to go. |
train_11128 | #Person1#: I am really thirsty.
#Person2#: How about we go and get something to drink?
#Person1#: Let's do that.
#Person2#: Do you know what you want to get?
#Person1#: A soda sounds good.
#Person2#: Soda isn't the best thing to drink when you're thirsty.
#Person1#: Why is that?
#Person2#: Soda isn't good for you.
#Person1#: What should I drink then?
#Person2#: You should really drink water.
#Person1#: That sounds good.
#Person2#: It's a lot better than soda. | #Person1#'s thirsty and wants some soda. #Person2# thinks soda isn't good and suggests drinking water. |
train_11129 | #Person1#: Now, Mr. William, a little personal information first, are you married?
#Person2#: Yes. I am. Actually my wife is a teacher.
#Person1#: What's your major?
#Person2#: German.
#Person1#: How long have you been study in German?
#Person2#: Since I first met my wife, about three years.
#Person1#: And just one more question, would you like to be an interpreter?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to do that.
#Person1#: Very good, you can come here to work next month.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person1#'s interviewing Mr. William who majors in German and willing to be an interpreter. |
train_11130 | #Person1#: Can I help you, madam?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like to choose a sweater for my son.
#Person1#: I see. Do you have any ideas so far?
#Person2#: Not yet. Can you give me some suggestions?
#Person1#: Sure, madam. But may l know how old he is?
#Person2#: Thirteen.
#Person1#: And the height?
#Person2#: About 158cm. He likes to wear loose-fitting sweaters.
#Person1#: I see. How about this one? It's very fashionable and popular among teenagers.
#Person2#: I don't think he'll like it. He prefers simple styles.
#Person1#: How about this one then?
#Person2#: The style is all right, but I'm not sure about the color. Let me think for a while. | #Person2# wants to buy a sweater for her son. #Person1# asks #Person2# her son's age and height and gives some suggestions. |
train_11131 | #Person1#: Why should I buy this MD player?
#Person2#: Well, it has a lithium battery that lasts for 24 hours and it has a 160 second anti-skip mode for when you're playing sports.
#Person1#: What else?
#Person2#: Using MP3 mode, you can download about 10 hours of music from either your CD player, or your computer's hard disk onto one mini-disk.
#Person1#: But how's the sound quality?
#Person2#: You can choose from several play modes, or you can use the full-spectrum equalization, 3 D mode and Mega Bass features. We rec-ommend using it with the studio monitor headphones.
#Person1#: Is that it?
#Person2#: It's ultra-compact, it has a brushed, titanium metal body and a rubber shock-proof, weather-proof case with a belt clip. | #Person2# introduces the advantages and the sound quality of an MD player to #Person1# to persuade #Person1# into buying it. |
train_11132 | #Person1#: Are you free tonight?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. What's wrong?
#Person1#: Would you please go to a dancing party with me?
#Person2#: OK. No problem.
#Person1#: As a matter of fact, I haven't danced for a long time.
#Person2#: But it's said that you dance wonderfully well.
#Person1#: Thanks for flattering me. I think you dance a lot, right?
#Person2#: No. Just occasionally.
#Person1#: What are your favourite dances?
#Person2#: I love rumba and waltz.
#Person1#: How about samba?
#Person2#: To tell the truth, I don't like it. It's too fast.
#Person1#: Then I'll see you at six. Is that all right?
#Person2#: OK. See you then.
#Person1#: See you then. | #Person1# invites #Person2# to a dancing party. #Person2# agrees and then they talk about dancing skills and their favorite dances. |
train_11133 | #Person1#: Are you feeling better today, Bill?
#Person2#: Well, it's hard to say. I cough 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 hard to give up an old habit.
#Person1#: But you should make up your mind first.
#Person2#: You know, I often have to work till late at night. I need something to keep me awake.
#Person1#: Why don't you go to bed and get up early? You'll have the same time for work.
#Person2#: Thank you for your advice! I'll try it. | Bill tells #Person1# he coughs a lot in the evening. #Person1# suggests Bill should give up smoking. |
train_11134 | #Person1#: So Janet, do you do any sports?
#Person2#: Well, I go to the gym a lot. I am a member of a gym nearby.
#Person1#: Yeah, how often do you go?
#Person2#: About three times a week if I can.
#Person1#: Not bad! Do you do any other sports?
#Person2#: Not really. I'd really like to try golf, though. | Janet tells #Person1# she goes to the gym a lot. |
train_11135 | #Person1#: So Jen, what did you think of William? Did you guys have a nice time on your first date?
#Person2#: Oh yeah, it was great! He took me to an Italian restaurant and we had an amazing conversation. I told him about how many kids I want, and how my parents will be so excited to meet him.
#Person1#: You said all that on the first date? Alright. . . Well are you two going out again?
#Person2#: Yeah! I called him after I got home to arrange our next date, but unfortunately his grandma is sick so he has been busy every night visiting her in the hospital. | Jen tells #Person1# she told William about parents and kids on their first date. When she arranges the next date, William has been busy. |
train_11136 | #Person1#: Mary, can you help me set the table?
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: This is usually my chore.
#Person2#: I don't mind helping.
#Person1#: We need to set the table for four.
#Person2#: So that's four plates, four forks, four knives, and four spoons?
#Person1#: That's right. Mom didn't know where to buy chopsticks for you.
#Person2#: Don't be silly! I know how to use knives and forks. | #Person1# asks Mary to help set the table for four, and Mary agrees. |
train_11137 | #Person1#: Kim! I'm here! I brought all my old maternity clothes plus Dave and Alice's baby clothes!
#Person2#: It's a little early for those, isn't it? I still have eight months to go. . .
#Person1#: Believe me, the time will fly by! Before you know it, you'll be changing diapers! You have to start preparing!
#Person2#: I thought we could turn the upstairs study into a baby room. What do you think about lavender?
#Person1#: I'll be back tomorrow with my work clothes and a gallon of lavender paint! You just sit back and relax! | #Person1# brought some old maternity clothes to Kim and tells her to start preparing for the baby. |
train_11138 | #Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: Yes. There is something wrong with my watch. It stopped several hours ago.
#Person1#: Let me have a look. Oh, the watch's battery is worn down.
#Person2#: How much is a battery?
#Person1#: $ 50.
#Person2#: How long will it last?
#Person1#: About 2 years.
#Person2#: Here is the money. | #Person2# has #Person1# changed the battery of #Person2#'s watch. |
train_11139 | #Person1#: So, how are you feeling today?
#Person2#: I'm pretty tired. I haven't been sleeping well.
#Person1#: Do you have enough time to get the right amount of sleep?
#Person2#: I have enough time. I just can't seem to fall asleep and stay asleep.
#Person1#: What time do you usually go to bed?
#Person2#: I don't have one time in particular. I just go to sleep whenever I feel tired.
#Person1#: Have you been under a lot of stress lately?
#Person2#: I just lost my job, and I am unsure about being able to find another one.
#Person1#: Have you ever tried doing relaxation exercises before you go to bed?
#Person2#: I haven't ever tried that, but it sounds like a good idea. | #Person2# hasn't been sleeping well. #Person1# finds it's probably because #Person2#'s under stress lately and suggests #Person2# do relaxation exercises before sleeping. |
train_11140 | #Person1#: Are you being served, sir?
#Person2#: I'd like to buy a tapestry to decorate my new room.
#Person1#: Artistic tapestry is the highest expression form of the rug weaving art. How about these ones?
#Person2#: These are beautiful! Is this the marvelous landscape in Guiling?
#Person1#: Yes, sir.
#Person2#: How fine the needlework is! What's the price?
#Person1#: Ninety dollars.
#Person2#: It's too expensive.
#Person1#: But considering the fine craftsmanship it is worth much more.
#Person2#: You're right. Would you please show me some embroidery? I also want to buy some embroidered tablecloths to match the tapestry.
#Person1#: Please wait a minute, sir. | #Person2# wants to buy a tapestry. #Person1# recommends some, and #Person1# thinks they're beautiful. #Person2# then asks to see some embroidery. |
train_11141 | #Person1#: Good evening, sir, and welcome to Chez Attitude.
#Person2#: We have a dinner reservation for four at 7:00 under the name of Foster.
#Person1#: Yes, Mr. Foster, if you would please be seated over in the waiting area, our hostess will be with you in a moment.
#Person2#: Thank you. Would it be OK if we have a cocktail while we are waiting?
#Person1#: Of course, I will tell her.
#Person2#: I would really prefer an outside table. Would that be possible?
#Person1#: Sure, if you would like one of those tables, I could seat you right away.
#Person2#: Sure, that would be great! Thank you!
#Person1#: Here are your menus and the wine menu, and would you like to order your drinks now?
#Person2#: Yes, I would like a vodka gimlet, please.
#Person1#: Sure, no problem, sir.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. | #Person2# has a dinner reservation for four at 7:00. #Person1# arranges an outside table for #Person2# as he requests. #Person2# orders a vodka gimlet for drinks. |
train_11142 | #Person1#: The central Hotel, please. I have to be there by 6:00.
#Person2#: We shouldn't have any trouble if the traffic isn't too heavy. Is this your first trip here?
#Person1#: Yes. I've never been here before.
#Person2#: You haven't seen the sights yet, have you?
#Person1#: No, I'm open to suggestions.
#Person2#: Why don't you visit the Great Wall first?
#Person1#: That's a good idea.
#Person2#: Here we are. That will be seven yuan and seventy cents.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot. Here's ten yuan. Keep the change. | #Person2# drives #Person1# to the Central Hotel and recommends #Person1# to visit the Great Wall first. |
train_11143 | #Person1#: Hello. My name is John Sandals, and I've got a reservation.
#Person2#: May I see some identification, sir, please?
#Person1#: Sure. Here you are.
#Person2#: Thank you so much. Have you got a credit card, Mr. Sandals?
#Person1#: I sure do. How about American Express?
#Person2#: Unfortunately, at the present time we take only MasterCard or VISA.
#Person1#: No American Express? Okay, here's my VISA.
#Person2#: Thank you, sir. You'll be in room 507, nonsmoking, with a queen-size bed. Do you approve, sir?
#Person1#: Yeah, that'll be fine.
#Person2#: That's great. This is your key, sir. If you need anything at all, anytime, just dial zero. | John Sandals has got a reservation. #Person1# asks for his identification and credit card and helps his check-in. |
train_11144 | #Person1#: Good morning. Craftsman Company. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Uh. . . yeah. Hi! Is Susie there?
#Person1#: You must have dialed the wrong number.
#Person2#: Oh. I'm sorry. But is this 321-9987?
#Person1#: Sorry. This is 321-9887.
#Person2#: I am really sorry.
#Person1#: It's ok. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# dialed the wrong number. |
train_11145 | #Person1#: Happy Flowers. Can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to order some roses. Can you give me some ideas?
#Person1#: Well, sending red roses means romance, and sending yellow roses is a sign of friendship. White roses are perfect for weddings.
#Person2#: I'll go to a party, so maybe yellow roses are better. How much are they?
#Person1#: $35 for a bunch.
#Person2#: So expensive!
#Person1#: Not really. White roses are more expensive, which cost $38 a bunch. But red roses are a little bit cheaper, $32.
#Person2#: OK. I see.
#Person1#: Can I have your name and address, please?
#Person2#: It's James Park, 43 Apple Street. Would you please send the flowers at 6:30 this evening? I'll pay when they're delivered.
#Person1#: OK. Thank you for your order. | #Person2# phones Happy Flowers to order some roses. #Person1# introduces red, yellow, and white roses, and #Person2# chooses yellow roses. |
train_11146 | #Person1#: I'm afraid I didn't make a good impression on the boss.
#Person2#: That's hard to believe. Why not?
#Person1#: Everyone on the conference was wearing a suit and tie except me.
#Person2#: I wouldn't worry about it if I were you. I'm sure the boss will understand. | #Person1# worries #Person1# didn't leave a good impression on the boss. |
train_11147 | #Person1#: Where do you want to go to college, James?
#Person2#: Well, I'm not sure. I can't decide. I'm worried I will make the wrong choice. I want to be a teacher. I want to go to Columbia University in New York, but it's so expensive. It's also very far from where my family lives. I also would like to go to Northwestern University, but none of my friends from high school are going there.
#Person1#: You'll make new friends when you go to college.
#Person2#: I'm worried about making new friends. Also, I'm worried that I won't be smart enough to get good grades at a difficult college. I could go to the University of California, but I don't think they have a good teaching school. Most importantly, I want to go to a school that is famous for teaching.
#Person1#: Those are all excellent schools, James. If you're accepted into all those schools, you should consider yourself very fortunate. When I went to school, I went to a very small college, and I still got a great job as principal. You will be successful because you work very hard.
#Person2#: Thanks for your help, Principal Skinner. | James tells Principal Skinner he can't decide which college to go and he worries about making new friends. James wants to go to a school famous for teaching, and Skinner assures that he'll be successful. |
train_11148 | #Person1#: So, tell me, what's the one thing that really makes you unhappy about modern technology?
#Person2#: I'm happy to get a chance to speak out. I know that a lot of people like the convenience of cell phones, but I find them truly irritating. People don't seem to know when to leave them at home. I hate it when people use their cell phones in a restaurant or a store. It's probably none of my business, but it drives me crazy. One night in a movie theater, some cell phone began to ring and a guy behind me began to have a conversation right there during the movie. And the people who talk on the phone while they drive, well, they're putting the rest of us in danger, aren't they? There should be a law against it. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# finds cell phones irritating because people use them on inappropriate occasions. #Person2# thinks there should be laws against using the phone when driving. |
train_11149 | #Person1#: I can't figure out what's wrong with my watch. It was just a month ago that I had it repaired.
#Person2#: Don't waste your time and money any more. It's very old watch and it is quite worn out. | #Person1#'s watch goes wrong again. #Person2# suggests replacing it. |
train_11150 | #Person1#: Anita, I've been here only three days and you're leaving already.
#Person2#: Just for a few weeks. I need this vacation. You'll be all right. You know the project we're working on, and you're a good scientist. Don't worry. I'll be back as soon as I spend or gamble all my money.
#Person1#: Gambling? Where?
#Person2#: Las Vegas. I find gambling relaxing. I don't take it seriously, the way some people do. Besides, I love the shows and the all-night atmosphere of the town. The casinos never close, you know.
#Person1#: If you gamble all night, you'll run out of money in a few days.
#Person2#: Good afternoon, Dr. Green. I just finished showing Robert the ropes around here.
#Person3#: That's good. He'll be able to keep the project going in your absence. Where are you going on your vacation?
#Person2#: I'm going to Nevada to relax. The desert is a good place to get away from the stress of work.
#Person3#: Enjoy yourself. We'll see you when you get back. | Anita tells Robert she's going on vacation in Las Vegas for gambling. When Dr.Green joins the conversation, she tells Dr.Green she's going to Nevada to enjoy the desert instead. |
train_11151 | #Person1#: Irene! I heard you were on a date last night! So, how how did it go? I want all the juicy details!
#Person2#: Um. . . well, actually, we had a fantastic time last night. He was. . . amazing!
#Person1#: Okay, now you really have to fill me in. What's he like?
#Person2#: He's really good looking. he's quite tall, around 61, he's in his early thirties, and he's got the most beautiful dark brown eyes. . .
#Person1#: He sounds hot! What does he do for a living?
#Person2#: You know what, this is the best part. David is a junior investment banker at Fortune Bank, so he's got a great career path ahead of him!
#Person1#: Hold on a sec, his name is David?
#Person2#: Yeah?
#Person1#: That's my brother! | Irene tells #Person1# the details of the date she had last night. #Person1# surprisingly finds the man Irene dated is #Person1#'s brother David. |
train_11152 | #Person1#: It's Chinese New Year! That means it's time to eat hot pot!
#Person2#: Let's eat the kind that has both spicy and mild broth in one pot.
#Person1#: You mean half-and-half?
#Person2#: Yep. That way I can satisfy my craving for spicy food and you can eat hot pot without burning into flames.
#Person1#: Good idea. | #Person1# wants to eat hot pot. #Person2# suggests having the half-and-half. |
train_11153 | #Person1#: I'm sorry, dad. But you can't do that. It's for me to decide.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. You've already decided, have you? Now, you listen to me, you're only 19.
#Person1#: I didn't say I'd already decided, dad. I said it was for me to decide. There is a difference.
#Person2#: Oh. So you think you can just do whatever you want, do you?
#Person1#: I didn't say that either. I was hoping we could discuss the matter together. I want your advice but I don't want you to tell me what to do. I've got to make decisions for myself, dad. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# asks him for advice but doesn't want him to tell #Person1# what to do. |
train_11154 | #Person1#: How was your education going on in Australia?
#Person2#: I'm going to graduate this summer.
#Person1#: Where are you going to work then, in Australia or back in China?
#Person2#: I'm planning to return to China after graduation.
#Person1#: Why are you choosing to leave a foreign country? Many people are reluctant to leave the superior living environment abroad.
#Person2#: Well, I think personal development is much more important than simply having a superior living environment.
#Person1#: Yeah, China's developing so fast and development opportunities can be found almost in every corner of the country. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'ll return to China after graduation because #Person2# believes personal development is more important. |
train_11155 | #Person1#: What's going on here?
#Person2#: We're waiting in line to get one of Master Li's Chinese couplets. I got one last year and I had good luck all year!
#Person1#: Master Li? Who's that?
#Person2#: He's Taipei's most famous calligraphy master! Quick! Get in line!
#Person1#: I will! I could use some good luck! | #Person2# tells #Person1# they're waiting to get Master Li's Chinese couplets. |
train_11156 | #Person1#: Gordon, I'm going to Keswick in the Lake District this weekend.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: Yeah, 5 of us. Why don't you join us? We're getting to Keswick on Friday. Then we're going boating on Saturday and on Sunday. We're going to do some shopping. Then I will take some time to visit my aunt Lucy.
#Person2#: You're not going to camp, are you? Isn't it a bit cold?
#Person1#: No, we are not. It is a bit cold. We're staying in a country inn. It's not like 5 star hotels or anything, but it's really comfortable.
#Person2#: Sounds interesting. You know it's the boating that I don't like.
#Person1#: Well, what are you up to?
#Person2#: Sit on my sofa all weekend and watch the DVDs I've just bought. And that will be a busy weekend. I may finish watching friends.
#Person1#: I don't know how you can do that all weekend Gordon. I'd get bored.
#Person2#: I know, I know, but that's really what I want to do. | #Person1#'s going to Keswick with 4 people and invites Gordon to join them, but Gordon prefers staying at home and watching DVDs. |
train_11157 | #Person1#: Good morning, Mister Black.
#Person2#: Good morning. Could you help me please? I'm looking for some books for my mother.
#Person1#: OK. What kind of books is she interested in?
#Person2#: She's very fond of romantic love stories.
#Person1#: I see. What about this one? Has she read it before?
#Person2#: I'm not sure. But she probably won't remember the story even if she has. She's very forgetful.
#Person1#: How old is she?
#Person2#: She'll be 90 next year.
#Person1#: No wonder! Remember to renew it if she can't finish reading it within half a month.
#Person2#: Yes, I will. Thank you very much.
#Person1#: You are welcome. | Mister Black asks for #Person1#'s help to find some books for Black's mother, and #Person1# recommends one about romantic stories. |
train_11158 | #Person1#: I saw you on the news! You're a hero! Come on, tell me all the details.
#Person2#: Well, I was watching the pool from my chair, like I always do. There was a group of kids taking diving lessons in the deep end.
#Person1#: Go on.
#Person2#: I guess one of the students hit their heads on the diving board, because I saw that someone was sinking to the bottom of the pool.
#Person1#: So what did you do next?
#Person2#: I jumped in the pool after their instructor jumped in and brought the kid back to the surface. It was a young girl, and she had swallowed a lot of water.
#Person1#: Wow, did you give her mouth-to-mouth?
#Person2#: Of course. Then I told one of the kids to call for an ambulance.
#Person1#: Quick thinking.
#Person2#: The girl coughed the water up almost immediately, and just like that, it was over. We cleaned the wound and bandaged it up, and the emergency services arrived 20 minutes later.
#Person1#: How was she?
#Person2#: She had no memory of the past 10 minutes. She wanted to go back in the pool. She didn't even know why her parents were crying.
#Person1#: She must have been in shock. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to tell #Person2#'s heroic story in detail. #Person2# tells #Person1# how #Person2# saved a young girl who almost drowned in the swimming pool, and called for the ambulance in time. |
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