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train_11459 | #Person1#: It's raining outside, Catherine, it's too bad. What's the weather like in your hometown?
#Person2#: It's very hot, the temperature is often over 40C.
#Person1#: Do you like the weather in Seattle?
#Person2#: Not really. But I like it in spring and fall. I don't like it in winter.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: The winter is very rainy, I don't like the rainy day.
#Person1#: What about the weather in Boston?
#Person2#: I lived there for three years. I like summer but I don't like winter.
#Person1#: Is it very cold in winter?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. But it's nice in spring and fall. | Catherine tells #Person1# about the weather in her hometown, Seattle and Boston and her preferred seasons. |
train_11460 | #Person1#: Jenny, you look terrible. What's eating you?
#Person2#: Don't brother me!
#Person1#: Hey, chill out, I'm just trying to help.
#Person2#: Sorry, Sally, it's not your fault.
#Person1#: So, what's the problem?
#Person2#: I drew a blank on the algebra test.
#Person1#: No kidding! Didn't you study for it?
#Person2#: Yeah, but nothing was clear during the test.
#Person1#: That's too bad, anyway, I'm sure things will turn around next semester.
#Person2#: I'm thinking of dropping out.
#Person1#: You can't do that, Jenny!
#Person2#: I'm dead serious about this, Sally.
#Person1#: Come on, let's talk about it. | Jenny tells Sally her terrible algebra test. Sally comforts her and tries to stop her ideas from dropping out. |
train_11461 | #Person1#: You're just left school, haven't you, Emily?
#Person2#: Yes, I finished last Friday.
#Person1#: You sound relieved.
#Person2#: Well, yes. I don't mind admitting that I am. I enjoyed school, but I did object to having to go in every day once we've done all our exams.
#Person1#: Well, what are you going to do now? Have you made any plans?
#Person2#: Yes, I intend to go to university. That'll be in September. But it all depends on my A level results.
#Person1#: You mean getting into university actually depends on your passing your A level subjects?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. | Emily's relieved after leaving school. She tells #Person1# she wants to get into university and it depends on her A level results. |
train_11462 | #Person1#: Where are you going this weekend?
#Person2#: I have no idea. Maybe I will sleep for the whole day.
#Person1#: So boring! Shall we go out for a picnic with my friends?
#Person2#: Sounds interesting. Who are the other people?
#Person1#: Fred and David, my college class mates and Rachel.
#Person2#: Gorgeous! What should I bring on that day?
#Person1#: Your tent and enough food and water.
#Person2#: You mean, we can do many other things after the picnic, right?
#Person1#: We can go fishing, chatting and camping.
#Person2#: What are we waiting for? Come on!
#Person1#: Don't hurry. Wait for my call. | #Person2# chooses to go out for a picnic with #Person1# and #Person1#'s classmates. #Person1# tells #Person2# what to take and what they will do. |
train_11463 | #Person1#: Mike, come and look at this painting of shrimp! It is so simple yet so vivid!
#Person2#: Yeah. It is incredible! Is it the work of Qi Bakshi?
#Person1#: Yes, it is. How do you know that?
#Person2#: Well, Qi is famous all over the world, isn't he? Besides I am quite interested in Chinese painting.
#Person1#: Cool! What kind of Chinese painting do you prefer, free sketch or claborate-style painting?
#Person2#: I prefer free sketch, especially the landscape paintings. I can always feel peace and harmony from those landscape paintings.
#Person1#: That's true. Chinese art stresses the harmony between man and nature, which is an important part of China's traditional culture.
#Person2#: I love this art exhibition!
#Person1#: So do I. Let's go to other areas to see what they have got, shall we?
#Person2#: OK. | #Person1# and #Person2# appreciate the painting of shrimp by Qi Bakshi and talk about Chinese painting. They both like the art exhibition. |
train_11464 | #Person1#: Hello, I'm Jack. Are you Christina?
#Person2#: Yes I am. Nice to meet you, Jack.
#Person1#: Are you from Italy, Christina?
#Person2#: No, I am German. I live in Munich.
#Person1#: Really, I went to Munich last week.
#Person2#: And did you like it?
#Person1#: Oh, yes. It is a fantastic city. And I like German food as well.
#Person2#: And where are you from, Jack?
#Person1#: I am from California in the United States. But I am now studying in England.
#Person2#: What are you studying?
#Person1#: I am studying languages. This year I am doing German and Italian.
#Person2#: Oh, excellent. Why don't we talk in German for a while then? | Jack and Christina introduce to each other about their nationality and where they live. |
train_11465 | #Person1#: Good morning Mike!
#Person2#: Morning Sally! What's up? you seem in a hurry!
#Person1#: I am having an exam at nine, It's already eight thirty.
#Person2#: Don't worry, I'll drive you.
#Person1#: Thank you very much!
#Person2#: How are your cases coming along?
#Person1#: Very well, thanks, I will probably finish next week, but this is still a lot of work, I have been worked on in for six months, and i'm so closed to end. I can feel it.
#Person2#: Wow, Good for you. It sounds like a lot of work. I'm proud of you! Is this the right building?
#Person1#: Yes, It's only eight forty. Thanks so much!
#Person2#: You're welcome. Good luck, bye!
#Person1#: Have a nice day, bye! | Mike gives Sally a ride and Sally talks about her cases on the way. |
train_11466 | #Person1#: Oh Gush! The first day of my career is over. I can not breathe now after dealing with so many documents. But I heard the notice that our company will hold two-week staff training.
#Person2#: Stop fussing! It is said that the training is important for our newcomers. And my company also informs me to attend the training next week.
#Person1#: But for me, the training is waste of my precious time.
#Person2#: I disagree with you. Companies usually make a workable and reasonable plan for the trainings, so as to improve new comers'understanding of the company and its rules in short time. Through the training, we get to know many things, such as the corporate culture and spirit. Our newcomers can really grasp the essence of the company | #Person1# complains that staff training is a waste of time. #Person2# disagrees and talks about the advantages of the training. |
train_11467 | #Person1#: I have a parking ticket to pay for.
#Person2#: Did you bring your ticket?
#Person1#: Yes, I remembered to bring my ticket with me today.
#Person2#: Did you bring your ID?
#Person1#: I didn't bring my ID.
#Person2#: You're going to need your ID to pay the ticket.
#Person1#: What do you need my ID for?
#Person2#: We have to know that this ticket is really yours.
#Person1#: All right, I see what you mean.
#Person2#: Next time you come back, bring your ID.
#Person1#: Will everything be cleared from my record?
#Person2#: Yes, everything will be cleared. | #Person1# didn't bring #Person1#'s ID when paying for the parking ticket. #Person2# asks #Person1# to come back with the ID. |
train_11468 | #Person1#: Can you please give me a hand? I can't carry the heavy box.
#Person2#: I'm afraid not. Don't you see I'm looking up a word in the dictionary?
#Person1#: I think you are flicking through it.
#Person2#: Well, wait a minute. | #Person1# wants #Person2# to give a hand, but #Person2# doesn't do so. |
train_11469 | #Person1#: Are you introverted or extroverted?
#Person2#: I wouldn't call myself introverted. Sometimes I enjoy being by myself very much. But other times I like sharing activities with others too.
#Person1#: What kind of personality do you think you have?
#Person2#: Well, I approach things very enthusiastically, I think, and I don't like to leave something half-done. It makes me nervous. I can't concentrate on something else until the first thing is finished.
#Person1#: What do you think is the most important thing for you to be happy?
#Person2#: For me, this would be having good relationships with my family members. My family has always been very close knit, and we still spend a lot of time together.
#Person1#: What basic principles do you apply to your life?
#Person2#: Working hard and being frugal are both virtues. I strive to practise these two virtues in my life. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s personality, the things for #Person2# to be happy and #Person2#'s principles of living. |
train_11470 | #Person1#: Mom, what were movies like when you were a kid?
#Person2#: Everything about them was different, even the theaters.
#Person1#: I'm really interested. Tell me about them.
#Person2#: Well, where I grew up, we saw movies at a drive-in theater in our car with the whole family.
#Person1#: That's cool. I bet you could bring your own food.
#Person2#: We did. On hot days, we'd take a blanket and lay in the back of dad's old pickup to watch the movie.
#Person1#: Why don't we do that anymore?
#Person2#: Well, the weather might have some influence, during bad weather the theater didn't make a whole lot. | #Person1#'s mom tells #Person1# about drive-in theater in her childhood and the reason of its decay. |
train_11471 | #Person1#: Hello, Mr. Brown. How are you today?
#Person2#: I'm very well, thank you.
#Person1#: that's good to hear. Shall we get started? I see from your application form that you'Ve worked as a maintenance man for over 7 years.
#Person2#: yes, that's true.
#Person1#: what kind of work did you do?
#Person2#: I fixed many kinds of machine tools such as milling machines, grinders, welders, etc. I also repaired other things such as vacuums, toilets, locks, etc. I also did some electrical work. I took some courses about electrical systems.
#Person1#: That's good. What kind of electrical work did you do?
#Person2#: I took care of commercial and residential coolers and heaters. I fixed many kinds of power failure problems. Some co-workers and I even rewired part of a building.
#Person1#: well, your work experience sounds good for the job we have open. Now tell me about the best job you'Ve ever had, please.
#Person2#: the best job? What do you mean?
#Person1#: like the job you feel the most proud of.
#Person2#: I think my favorite job so far was when I worked for Linaria. It was hard work but the people on my job crew were great to work with. We really worked as a team. I enjoy working with those people.
#Person1#: Tell me something about a time when you did something well, something you feel proud of.
#Person2#: I fixed a big problem with a machine and saved a lot of money for the factory. I got bonus for it.
#Person1#: that's great. No wonder you feel proud of that. Now let me ask you another question.
#Person2#: Go ahead, please.
#Person1#: in all the jobs you'Ve had, what was it you disliked the most?
#Person2#: wow, this question is hard to answer. I don't think I'Ve ever had a job that I really disliked. But I dislike work that is monotonous, always the same from day to day. I like to move around and do different things.
#Person1#: all right. Do you have any questions?
#Person2#: no. I can't think of any right now.
#Person1#: you'll hear from us by the end of this week.
#Person2#: thank you very much. I'm looking forward to hearing from you about this job. | #Person1# interviews Mr. Brown, and Mr. Brown tells #Person1# his work in detail. He also tells #Person1# he fixed a big problem and saved a lot of money for the factory and that made him proud of. Then #Person1# asks him what job did he dislike most. |
train_11472 | #Person1#: There isn't much rice, is there?
#Person2#: No, there isn't, but there are some vegetables.
#Person1#: Are there any potatoes?
#Person2#: No, there aren't. I'm sorry.
#Person1#: I'm very hungry, Donald. What can I eat?
#Person2#: There's a little bread and there are a few biscuits.
#Person1#: But I want some rice and some meat.
#Person2#: All right, I'll walk to the village and I'll get some meat.
#Person1#: Good. By the way, who's going to cook the meat?
#Person2#: You'll cook it of course! | #Person1#'s hungry and insists on wanting some rice and meat. Donald'll walk to the village and get some. |
train_11473 | #Person1#: Hello. Thank you for calling Spend Mart.
#Person2#: Is this the Customer Service Desk?
#Person1#: Yes. How can I help you?
#Person2#: I bought a sweater from your store a week ago. It says size 12. But actually, it is a size 10. Can I exchange it?
#Person1#: Do you have the receipt with you?
#Person2#: Yes, I do.
#Person1#: I like to apologize for the problem. Please come down with your receipt and sweater to exchange it for the size you want.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: You're welcome. | #Person2# calls to exchange the sweater in the wrong size. #Person1# asks #Person2# to come down with the receipt and the sweater. |
train_11474 | #Person1#: Hello there, welcome to Wine World. Let me know if I can help you out at all.
#Person2#: Um, yes, please, I could really use some help. I'm going over to my boss'house for dinner tonight and don't know what kind of wine I should bring.
#Person1#: OK, do you know what kind of food will be served?
#Person2#: Well, his wife is Japanese. He said she makes really good sushi.
#Person1#: Hmm, that's a bit of a challenge. Sushi is notoriously difficult to pair with wine. Well, let's see. have to be a white wine, of course.
#Person2#: Why? Wouldn't a red wine go well with sushi?
#Person1#: No, I don't think so. Sushi is a very delicately flavored food, and red wine would be a jarring contrast. You need a white wine, which has more subtle flavors, to complement the fish.
#Person2#: I see. So should I get a bottle of Chardonnay? That's a white wine, right?
#Person1#: Yes, Chardonnay is a white wine, but I'm not sure it'd be your best bet. Chardonnay is one of the more fullbodied whites, and tends to be a bit oaky. I'd suggest that you go for something brighter, like this Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand.
#Person2#: Sauvignon Blanc? What's that?
#Person1#: That's another varietal, or type of grape, just like Chardonnay.
#Person2#: Let's see. The label says it's got ' attractive citrus and grassy aromas that give way to crisp, mineral flavors and a bonedry finish. Serve chilled. ' Oh, no, how long will it take to chill the wine? I'm on my way to the dinner now.
#Person1#: It's OK, don't worry, we'll just choose a wine from the cooler. We don't have quite as extensive a selection over here, but. . . this Rhone Valley white would be lovely.
#Person2#: All right. What varietal is that?
#Person1#: Well, this is a French wine, so they don't always specify the varietal on the label. The French believe that the soil a grape is grown in is one of the most important factors in the final flavor of the wine. This wine is probably a blend of a few different types of grapes, mostly Viognier, I'd guess.
#Person2#: And you think this is a good wine?
#Person1#: Yes, this is one of our best-sellers. It's not quite as dry as the Sauvignon Blanc we were looking at earlier, which means it's more approachable. It's light and crisp, with a bit of a vanilla aroma.
#Person2#: Perfect! I'll take it! | #Person2# asks #Person1# for suggestions of the type of wine to bring to #Person2#'s boss. #Person1# first recommends a white wine and explains the reason. But #Person1# thinks although Chardonnay is a white wine, Sauvignon Blanc is brighter. #Person1# also explains the varietal of different types of wine. Finally, #Person2# decides to choose the Rhone Valley white. |
train_11475 | #Person1#: Hello, I'm looking for a shop that sells inexpensive cashmere sweaters.
#Person2#: Have you tried an outlet?
#Person1#: Why didn't I think of that?
#Person2#: Many of my friends shop at outlets.
#Person1#: Thanks. That is a good suggestion.
#Person2#: I'm only too happy to help. | #Person2# suggests #Person1# try an outlet instead of cashmere sweaters. |
train_11476 | #Person1#: Mom, I want to move out.
#Person2#: Hey, sounds great to me, kid. What kind of job did you find?
#Person1#: Job?
#Person2#: Yes, job. If you're going to live on your own, you have to pay for rent and everything else.
#Person1#: I thought I could just get you and Dad to pay for an apartment. I found a cheap one.
#Person2#: When you move out, your father and I aren't paying your rent, young man. Get a job.
#Person1#: You're right. If I'm going to live on my own, I have to be independent.
#Person2#: Well, the newspaper is over there. Look in the want ads, but I don't know what you're going to find without a college degree. | #Person1# wants to move out with the parents' payment. #Person2# asks #Person1# to find a job because she won't pay the rent. |
train_11477 | #Person1#: Come on in. Let me show you around. Here's the living room.
#Person2#: Great. The view from this window is wonderful.
#Person1#: This is the kitchen.
#Person2#: It looks new.
#Person1#: Yes. We just renovated a few month ago.
#Person2#: I like it.
#Person1#: Here's the master bedroom.
#Person2#: Wow, it's nice. What did you say about the rent?
#Person1#: $ 900 a month.
#Person2#: Does that include utilities?
#Person1#: Yes. It includes electricity, water, gas and cable, but the telephone is extra.
#Person2#: When will it be available?
#Person1#: The end of this month.
#Person2#: I like it a lot but I need to talk with my wife. Can you hold it for me for two days?
#Person1#: Sure.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. I will let you know as soon as possible. | #Person2# visits the house and is satisfied with the house that #Person1# shows him. But #Person2# needs to talk with his wife. |
train_11478 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir. Sorry to disturb you. May I make up your room now?
#Person2#: Yes, please. We're on my way out. You can put up make up sign on. Could you bring us some towels and hangers.
#Person1#: No problems, sir. Everything will be already when you come back. | #Person2# agrees to let #Person1# make up their room. |
train_11479 | #Person1#: Have you ever been to Xi'an?
#Person2#: Yes, I'Ve been there several times on business trips. But I have never really seen the terra-cotta warriors as it is outside the city.
#Person1#: I'Ve heard many people saying that it is a place worth touring. I really want to see the old walls and terra-cotta warriors one day. Of course I won't miss the local food either. You know, the sites interests a food in scenery, food is a key factor when visiting a place.
#Person2#: I agree. As long as the food is not too bizarre once I saw some people eating insects. That is frightening.
#Person1#: Sure it is. Is it convenient to get there by plane?
#Person2#: Well, the airport is quite far from the downtown area, but it is still more convenient than taking the train. | #Person1# thinks Xi'an is worth visiting and #Person2# agrees, but #Person2# thinks the food is bizarre. #Person2# also tells #Person1# it's convenient to get there by plane. |
train_11480 | #Person1#: I am looking for a comfortable convenient way to see the country.
#Person2#: Have you heard of motor coaching? It's one of the fastest-growing segments for the travel industry.
#Person1#: No, I've not heard of it. Tell me about it.
#Person2#: It's almost like going on an ocean cruise except that you go by land. Everything is planned for you from the moment you step on board a luxury coach.
#Person1#: Is it just a bus?
#Person2#: Oh. no. The motor coach is air-conditioned, there is a galley for food preparation, movies or music are available for your entertainment and attendants are there to take care of your every need.
#Person1#: Wow! That sounds like pure luxury. | #Person1# wants to see the country comfortably and conveniently, so #Person2# recommends motor coaching and its service and facilities. |
train_11481 | #Person1#: Can I take your drink order?
#Person2#: Where is your wine list?
#Person1#: The wine choices are posted on the little menu in the middle of the table.
#Person2#: Do you have any mixed drinks available here?
#Person1#: We can make a number of mixed drinks at our bar.
#Person2#: I heard that you are famous for your drinks. What are your specials?
#Person1#: Our house special is our Cuervo Gold margarita.
#Person2#: I would love a margarita right now! That is what I am going to order.
#Person1#: Can I prepare your drink on the rocks, or would you prefer it blended?
#Person2#: I prefer my margarita on the rocks, please.
#Person1#: Do you like your margarita with salt or no salt?
#Person2#: No salt, please. | #Person2# asks #Person1# to introduce the specials. Then #Person2# orders a margarita on the rocks without salt. |
train_11482 | #Person1#: David, I must say sorry to you.
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: Do you remember I borrowed several magazines from you last week?
#Person2#: Yes, I lent you three magazines that day.
#Person1#: But today I only can find two of them. I lost one. I'd pay it for you.
#Person2#: It doesn't matter. They are only some old magazines. You don't need to return them to me if you can't find them.
#Person1#: But I'm really sorry for being so careless. I can buy another new magazine for you.
#Person2#: No, I don't want to hear anything like that. Let's talk about anything else. | #Person1# apologizes to David for losing one of his magazines. #Person1# wants to return a new one but David refuses. |
train_11483 | #Person1#: Maths department, Doctor Webster speaking.
#Person2#: Hello, Professor Webster, this is Janet Wang calling. I'm living two doors down from your teaching assistant, Ken Williams. Ken asked me to call you because he has lost his voice and can't talk to you himself.
#Person1#: Lost his voice? Oh, what a shame! Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: Well, Ken has a class this afternoon from two-thirty to four and he won't be able to teach it, but he doesn't want to cancel it either.
#Person1#: Want me to try to find somebody else to teach the class?
#Person2#: No, not exactly. What he wants to do is to get someone to go in for him, just to pass back the midterm exams. He's already marked them and they are on the desk in his office. The whole thing wouldn't take more than ten minutes.
#Person1#: His classes are two-thirty, eh? Well, I'm afraid at that time I'll be on campus anyway; so I can do it for him.
#Person2#: Thank you very much, Professor Webster. | Janet Wang calls Professor Webster on behalf of Ken Williams because Ken has lost his voice and cannot teach the class tomorrow, so Janet asks Webster whether he can pass back the midterm exams for Ken. Professor Webster agrees. |
train_11484 | #Person1#: I've heard you are going to New York tomorrow. I'd like to see you off to the airport.
#Person2#: Oh. Thank you. That's very kind of you.
#Person1#: What time are you leaving for the airport?
#Person2#: 8:30 a.m. But I've got to arrive at the airport at 9:30 a. m.
#Person1#: What airline and what flight?
#Person2#: Pan America Airlines. Flight 169.
#Person1#: I'll come to the hotel and pick you up at 8:30 a. m.
#Person2#: All right. See you tomorrow. | #Person1# wants to see #Person2# off to the airport and asks #Person2#'s leaving time, airline and flight. |
train_11485 | #Person1#: ABC company. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Can you put me through to Mr. Brown in the Sales Department?
#Person1#: I'm afraid Mr. Brown is at a meeting at the moment.
#Person2#: Can I leave a message?
#Person1#: Certainly.
#Person2#: Can you ask Mr. Brown to call me at 1300-621-7865?
#Person1#: Who is calling, please?
#Person2#: Alan Peterson.
#Person1#: OK. Mr. Peterson. Can you repeat the phone number?
#Person2#: That's 1300-621-7865.
#Person1#: OK. I'll ask Mr. Brown to call you as soon as the meeting is over.
#Person2#: Thanks. Bye. | Alan Peterson calls ABC company and leaves a message for Mr. Brown. |
train_11486 | #Person1#: Good morning. I would like to borrow some novels in English. What kind of books would you recommend?
#Person2#: It might be a good idea to read some easy articles first. You will enjoy them more and be able to read fast.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. Thank you for your advice. | #Person1# wants to borrow some novels. #Person2# suggests #Person1# read some easy articles first. |
train_11487 | #Person1#: Hi, Terry, you're just back from New York.
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: It must be an exciting trip.
#Person2#: Well, I've really seen lots of things. I saw the most spectacular view when I was crossing a bridge to Manhattan at dusk, and the skyscrapers were lit up producing a classic nighttime view of Manhattan.
#Person1#: That's really beautiful.
#Person2#: But that's not the whole picture. Some of the streets in New York are very rough. I saw large piles of garbage cans at the roadside, and graffiti all over garage doors and store shutters.
#Person1#: I can't believe it.
#Person2#: The garbage are tidily bagged and boxed, though.
#Person1#: Did you stay in a hotel?
#Person2#: Yes. The hotel we stayed at turned out to be fairly decent, though the room was small, with a tiny bathroom that was only about 3 feet larger than the bed. As I was inexperienced with tourist-area hotels, I was startled, I mean, the room was $129 a night. But at least the room was clean and the bed reasonably comfortable.
#Person1#: What's your general impression of New York?
#Person2#: Well, restaurants pack their tiny tables very tightly; grocery stores and bookstores have aisles that are narrow; the sidewalks are cluttered with newsstands, vendors and their carts, and places that aren't restrictively small, such as the lawns around the Natural History Museum, are full of people, so they're no escape. | Terry tells #Person1# about his trip to New York. Terry thinks some streets are rough, the hotel is tiny but decent, and New York is crowded. |
train_11488 | #Person1#: Before making out a plan for sightseeing trips for you, I'd be glad to know if you have anything special in mind that you'd like to see.
#Person2#: Well, as a matter of fact, we were discussing this question last night. We all spoke of the Great Wall, one of the seven wonders of the world. We wouldn't want to leave China without seeing that. If it could possibly be arranged, how far is it from here?
#Person1#: Only about 50 kilometers. Just an hour and a half's trip by car. We'll put down at the Great Wall then.
#Person2#: Good! And we've heard quite a lot about the Summer Palace. We'd like to see that, too.
#Person1#: All right, the Summer Palace, well, and there are a number of places that I think you'd find interesting, the Temple of Heaven, the Former Imperial Palaces and the Ming Tombs. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that they want to see the Great Wall and the Summer Palace, #Person1# helps to arrange their trips and recommends other places. |
train_11489 | #Person1#: Ah, good morning. It's Mr. Robinson, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Have a seat.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: OK. I've got your letter of application. Now, as you know, when you apply for a post with our company, we need to find our a few things about both your academic background and recent work experience.
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: First of all, A-levels?
#Person2#: Yes, I've got three. Geography, maths and physics.
#Person1#: Geography, maths and physics. OK. And what about your degree?
#Person2#: I went to Manchester University and got an engineer degree with water management as my specialization.
#Person1#: A-ha, I see.
#Person2#: And as for work experience, I started it out after graduating in 1996 in India, working for the Indian Government.
#Person1#: Did you work as a volunteer?
#Person2#: No, it was a three-year water irrigation project.
#Person1#: That sounds fascinating. How did you organize that? You see it wasn't a British company then.
#Person2#: No, I know. My university had links with an Indian engineering university. So it was organized that level.
#Person1#: And after that?
#Person2#: Then I came back, moved to Sheffield and have been working with Latimer Engineering since then.
#Person1#: And what exactly are you doing for Latimer?
#Person2#: Ah, I'm working in water irrigation again, this time as a project research assistant.
#Person1#: Great. I've got your details. Now, let's move on to a more general discussion about what we are looking for here... | #Person1# interviews Mr. Robinson and asks him about both his academic background and recent work experience. Mr. Robinson answers in detail. Then they move on to a more general discussion about what they're looking for here. |
train_11490 | #Person1#: Something wrong?
#Person2#: Yes. My car is having problems.
#Person1#: What's wrong?
#Person2#: It won't start.
#Person1#: Do you want me to take a look?
#Person2#: No, thank you. I think I can handle it.
#Person1#: Well, if you change your mind, let me know.
#Person2#: I will. Thanks. That's sweet of you.
#Person1#: No problem.
#Person2#: I might need some tools though. Do you know where I can get some?
#Person1#: Sure. I have all kinds of tools. Just ask. I'll be happy to get them for you.
#Person2#: Thanks. That would be very helpful.
#Person1#: Anything for you. Seriously, I don't mind helping.
#Person2#: OK. If you really insist, I could always use the company. | #Person2#'s car has problems but #Person2# refuses #Person1#'s help and only asks for some tools. |
train_11491 | #Person1#: What kind of a car do you have?
#Person2#: An old one.
#Person1#: I know it's old, but what make is it?
#Person2#: It's a Chevrolet. Why do you ask? You going into the car business?
#Person1#: Nothing like that. My cousin is going to take a job overseas and he can't take his car with him, so he's going to sell it - cheap. It's practically new.
#Person2#: WelL I have been thinking about getting a newer car. I can't afford a brand new one.
#Person1#: Would you like to look at my cousin's car?
#Person2#: Is it a four-door or a two-door?
#Person1#: It's a coupe with a vinyl roof.
#Person2#: Does it have automatic transmission? .
#Person1#: Yes, and it also has power steering, power brakes, and air conditioning.
#Person2#: I guess I might take a look at it. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1#'s cousin is going to sell his car. #Person2# wants to have a look after #Person1#'s introduction. |
train_11492 | #Person1#: I'm searching for an old music box.
#Person2#: You came to the right place. Any particular decade?
#Person1#: If you had a box made in the '20s, that would be nice.
#Person2#: We just got one in yesterday, so now we have six.
#Person1#: Would any of them have dancing figures?
#Person2#: Yes, we still have two boxes left that have dancing figures.
#Person1#: Oh, they're both so beautiful. Let me have this one, I think.
#Person2#: That one truly is a beautiful piece of work, isn't it?
#Person1#: One last question
#Person2#: Oh, no. Everything we sell here is 'as is. '
#Person1#: I guess I was asking for too much.
#Person2#: If it breaks down, maybe you can find a repairman on the Internet. | #Person1# wants to buy an old music box with dancing figures and the shop assistant stops #Person1# from asking questions. |
train_11493 | #Person1#: Would you like to see our new shirts?
#Person2#: Sorry, but I'm not really that interested in those things.
#Person1#: Well, they are very nice you know.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: And not expensive either.
#Person2#: Oh, I don't care about that.
#Person1#: Everybody is buying them.
#Person2#: Are they?
#Person1#: Yes, they are very fashionable, you see.
#Person2#: I am afraid I am not interested in fashion.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: But thank you very much all the same.
#Person1#: Sorry I couldn't help you. | #Person1# tries to convince #Person2# to see their new shirts but #Person2# shows no interest. |
train_11494 | #Person1#: Hi, Ann.
#Person2#: Hi. You look excited. What's happening?
#Person1#: I just heard that our school will hold a singing contest in 5 days.
#Person2#: And you're planning to enter?
#Person1#: Of course. This is a great chance for me to show off my beautiful voice.
#Person2#: Is there a prize?
#Person1#: I heard that the winner gets a Panda Radio.
#Person2#: Do you think you have a chance?
#Person1#: A chance? Not just a chance, I'm a hundred percent certain. Everyone says my voice is beautiful.
#Person2#: But you haven't practised all that much.
#Person1#: I still have 5 days to practise. It's in the bag!
#Person2#: Don't be too sure. You're still going to need some help.
#Person1#: Yeah, maybe. | Ann tells #Person1# that she's going to enter the singing contest and is confident of winning. #Person1# asks Ann to ask for some help. |
train_11495 | #Person1#: Royal Hotel, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I urgenfly need a room for tomorrow night, and do you have any vacancies?
#Person1#: Yes, we have. What kind of room would you like?
#Person2#: I'd like a suite with an ocean view, please.
#Person1#: No problem, sir.
#Person2#: What is the price of the suite?
#Person1#: It is $ 200 per night.
#Person2#: It is a little high. I'm told that your hotel is offering discount now.
#Person1#: Yes, but the offer ended yesterday. I'm sorry.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Then do you have anything less expensive?
#Person1#: No, sir. So far it is the least expensive suite for tomorrow night.
#Person2#: OK, I will take it. By the way, does the price include breakfast?
#Person1#: Yes, it does. Now could I have your name, please?
#Person2#: My name is David White.
#Person1#: Would you kindly spell it for me?
#Person2#: That is D-A-V-I-D, W-H-I-T-E.
#Person1#: Thank you, I got it. And how long do you expect to stay?
#Person2#: About three days.
#Person1#: OK. Our check-in time is after 12:00. And see you tomorrow.
#Person2#: Thank you. See you. | David White wants to book a room in the Royal Hotel for three days and asks for a discount. #Person1# tells him the offer has ended and books the cheapest suite for him. |
train_11496 | #Person1#: James, have you heard of a gap year?
#Person2#: No, what's that?
#Person1#: It's when you take a year off between finishing high school and going to college. It's popular in the UK.
#Person2#: Hmm...What do people do for that year? Work?
#Person1#: Some people do, other people volunteer. But mostly, it's for traveling and taking it easy for a little while.
#Person2#: Do you like that idea?
#Person1#: I guess so. We've been working so hard and we're only in our second year. Besides, college won't be any easier. So it's good to have some fun while you can.
#Person2#: But I think it's just a way to fall one year behind where you should be.
#Person1#: How so?
#Person2#: If someone is interviewing you for a job, they're going to ask you about that year. And you'd better have something better to tell them than I went traveling. | #Person1# explains the gap year to James. James disagrees with #Person1#'s ideas because he thinks it's a way to fall one year behind where he should be. |
train_11497 | #Person1#: Good evening Steven, thank you for being with us.
#Person2#: Thank you for having me.
#Person1#: So Steven, as a guitar player how to describe your music? Is it a kind of folk rock or a mixture of pop and rock?
#Person2#: Well, I just wanted to be real rock, hard and solid.
#Person1#: Has it changed since your first record?
#Person2#: No. I'm happy with what I can do.
#Person1#: Where are your favorite places to play?
#Person2#: Oh I love Australia. People here are all smiles.
#Person1#: So no one throws things on to the stage in Australia?
#Person2#: People throw things everywhere, you can't stop that.
#Person1#: What do you think of the people who download your music from the Internet.
#Person2#: Well, the truth is people who download your music or people who are interested in your music, and if you're upset about that, then what's the point?
#Person1#: Thanks Steven, before we finish can you offer any tips on becoming a better songwriter?
#Person2#: Stop listening to other people's songs, be yourself. | #Person1# interviews Steven. Steven tells #Person1# Australia is his favorite place to play because people here are all smiles. He also shares how to become a better songwriter. |
train_11498 | #Person1#: Janet, what's wrong with you?
#Person2#: I'm finding studying at Oxford quite hard.
#Person1#: You're telling me, there's so much work.
#Person2#: It's not the work. But everything so different.
#Person1#: In China, generally, we have large classes but we don't have classes after that, and mostly our teachers tell us what we should do, so I'm not used to asking questions or discussing things.
#Person2#: You have to memorize a lot, don't you?
#Person1#: Yes, but I'm good at that.
#Person2#: You're lucky, there's so much to remember studying law.
#Person1#: Yes, well, we've been trained to do that. But we don't have so much training in thinking such as giving your opinion and then proving it.
#Person2#: Yes, I suppose that's what our teachers have always encouraged us to do. | Janet tells #Person1# the reason why she feels hard to study at Oxford is that the learning method she uses in China is different from that in Oxford. |
train_11499 | #Person1#: James, thank goodness, you arrived. The test is starting in 10 minutes. Don't you remember where the first group and you've held all the papers?
#Person2#: Terribly sorry for being late, Helen. Can you imagine I've been standing outside for over an hour waiting for the boss?
#Person1#: In such freezing weather? What on earth happened?
#Person2#: I stayed up until 11:50 last night to prepare the report. This morning, I didn't wake up until 7:00. I knew the test would start in 2 hours, but the boss, the boss!
#Person1#: OK. James, calm down. At the moment, we better sort out all the papers together.
#Person2#: It's too late you see. The professor is waving to us. | James complains to Helen about waiting for the boss as the reason for being late. |
train_11500 | #Person1#: Can you let me have that recipe you promised?
#Person2#: Which one? The one for the orange and carrot soup we had last night?
#Person1#: No, I know how to make that. It's quite simple. It's the special dish we had at Mike's party. It had potatoes and onions in it, and we ate it cold with bread.I thought I'd make it and take it with us when we're out to the park this weekend.We always take a packed lunch and I thought this would be really nice with some salad and not too heavy to carry.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. | #Person1# asks #Person2# for the recipe of the special dish so that they can take it as a light packed lunch. |
train_11501 | #Person1#: Good morning.sir.My name is Liu Peng from Tsinghai University. I am here for the interview relating to my visa application.
#Person2#: Glad to meet you.Would you mind if I ask you some questions?
#Person1#: Of course not.
#Person2#: Why do you want to go to the US?
#Person1#: I'd like to have further education.Now I am studying for my doctorate.
#Person2#: Will you get any kind of scholarship?
#Person1#: Yes. The school has provided me with full scholarship and that will be enough to support myself. | #Person2# interviews #Person1# for visa application as #Person1# wants to go to the U.S. for further education. |
train_11502 | #Person1#: what do you think about the public service advertisement for quiting smoking?
#Person2#: while I think it's great that they're trying to get people to quit smoking, but I don't really care for the advertisement.
#Person1#: why not?
#Person2#: the fish hook that they use is quite disturbing!
#Person1#: it's a pun. They use the fish hook to make you think about how you can get hooked on smoking.
#Person2#: I know, but I think it's not really appropriate for young children.
#Person1#: I think they're trying to scare the young people so that they don't ever start smoking.
#Person2#: all advertisers like to catch young people because they know the meaning of loyalty.
#Person1#: perhaps you're right, , though. Maybe the advertisement would be more effective with adults anyhow.
#Person2#: I have nothing against them putting the advertisements in magazines and newspapers that are read by adults, but I don't think they should have their ad on billboards where children can see them.
#Person1#: that's a good point. I think I was so delighted to see that a billboard was being used to promote health that I didn't think about how children might understand the ad.
#Person2#: you have to give them credit, though. It's about time people started becoming more aware of the dangers of smoking. | #Person1# discusses with #Person2# about the advertisement for quitting smoking. #Person1# was delighted to see a billboard was being used to promote health. #Person2# thinks people have to give them credit but the advertisement is not appropriate for young children. |
train_11503 | #Person1#: Emergency road service. May I help you?
#Person2#: I have a flat tyre.
#Person1#: All right. What's your membership card, please?
#Person2#: 489 3362 1978.
#Person1#: And your name?
#Person2#: Eve.
#Person1#: What's the expiration date on your card?
#Person2#: It's July 16, 2009.
#Person1#: Where is your car now?
#Person2#: It's on the west street, near Royal Hotel.
#Person1#: And which direction were you going?
#Person2#: I was going west.
#Person1#: What is the make and model of your car?
#Person2#: BMW 530.
#Person1#: What color is it?
#Person2#: It's red.
#Person1#: What's your licence plate number?
#Person2#: SAY 201.
#Person1#: All right, Madam. I'll have a tow truck there within 30 minutes. | #Person2# calls Emergency road service as #Person2# has a flat tyre. #Person1# asks #Person2# some questions about the car and promises a tow truck will be there soon. |
train_11504 | #Person1#: What date would you like to depart, sir?
#Person2#: Do you have any seats for September 16th?
#Person1#: Let's see... I'm afraid the 16th is fully booked. But I have seats for the 17th.
#Person2#: The 17th will be fine.
#Person1#: And what date will you be returning?
#Person2#: Hmm, I guess on the 28th.
#Person1#: Okay, you're booked on American Airlines flight 710, departing JFK at 6
#Person2#: Sounds good. Thanks a lot. | #Person2# books a return ticket with #Person1#'s help. #Person2# will depart on September 17th and return on the 28th. |
train_11505 | #Person1#: Hello. This is Mrs. Wilson. I'd like to buy a new car. Could you offer me a new type of the car, please?
#Person2#: Oh, Madam, buy what?
#Person1#: A new car. And I've got a small family, two children, and I haven't got a lot of money and...
#Person2#: Oh, oh, Madam, Madam, I'm afraid you have the wrong number.
#Person1#: Isn't this the car store?
#Person2#: No. It's Mike's Sporting Goods.
#Person1#: Oh, sorry. Do you know the number for a car store, then?
#Person2#: No. I don't. I suggest you look in the phone book.
#Person1#: I'm sorry to have bothered you.
#Person2#: No problem. | #Person1# calls #Person2# to buy a new car but finds out she has the wrong number. |
train_11506 | #Person1#: Which window do I go to for parcel?
#Person2#: Here will be OK.
#Person1#: I want to mail this package.
#Person2#: Please put it on the scale. Where are you mailing it to?
#Person1#: Zhuhai.
#Person2#: Do you want to mail it by air or sea?
#Person1#: What's the difference in price?
#Person2#: 25 yuan by air, 13 yuan by sea.
#Person1#: How long will it take by air?
#Person2#: About 2 days.
#Person1#: Then I will send it by air, thank you.
#Person2#: Please fill out this form, and what's in your package?
#Person1#: Just some souvenirs.
#Person2#: OK, that will be OK.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person1# mails a package of souvenirs to Zhuhai by air with #Person2#'s assistance. |
train_11507 | #Person1#: Would you like to order anything else?
#Person2#: No, I'm good. All we need now is our check.
#Person1#: Our waitress has been kind of scarce tonight, hasn't she?
#Person2#: I think that is our waitress is over by the bar. Boy, the service has not been good this evening.
#Person1#: She doesn't appear to be headed this way, so I will go get the check.
#Person2#: Good. Just bring it back and we'll total it together.
#Person1#: Our total for dinner is $ 36. 00.
#Person2#: What do you think would be the right amount to tip?
#Person1#: I kind of don't want to leave any tip for the lousy service we received.
#Person2#: I agree that it was bad service, but I heard one of the other waiters mentioning that it was our server's first night on the job.
#Person1#: I believe that 10 % is just about right amount.
#Person2#: I think that a tip of $ 3. 60 will be the right amount to leave. | #Person1# and #Person2# are complaining about the service of the bar. They decide to leave a tip of $3.6 as it is the waitress's first night on the job. |
train_11508 | #Person1#: There's a question I'm not sure whether it is suitable to ask.
#Person2#: You know that I have no secrets toward you.
#Person1#: When you go dinner with John, who foots the bill?
#Person2#: Why asking that? It's often the sort of Dutch treat. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that it's often the sort of Dutch treat when going dinner with John. |
train_11509 | #Person1#: Hi, I'm out of here. Here's my key.
#Person2#: Give me just a few seconds, sir, and I'll hand you your receipt. Here you are.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: I hope you enjoyed your stay, sir.
#Person1#: I only had nine little problems here. Other than that, I enjoyed my stay, and I loved the city.
#Person2#: I apologize again for the cockroaches, sir. I hope you have a nice trip home. | #Person1# is checking out and tells #Person2# enjoyed #Person2#'s stay except for the cockroaches in the room. #Person2# apologizes. |
train_11510 | #Person1#: Hello, Walter?
#Person2#: Yes. Hi, what's up?
#Person1#: I was wondering if you wanted to go for a walk with us.
#Person2#: I'm afraid not. I'm sick. I have a fever but I'm cold, and I threw up earlier.
#Person1#: Oh, man. I hope you get to feeling better.
#Person2#: I would feel better if you came over and took care of me.
#Person1#: OK, then. I'll be there in a minute.
#Person2#: ( after a while. . . ) Walter! Where are you?
#Person1#: I'm in the bathroom.
#Person2#: What took you so long?
#Person1#: Gross. Diarrhea?
#Person2#: It's not so bad.
#Person1#: OK, whatever, I don't want to hear about it. I'll call the doctor for you.
#Person2#: It's just that you have to be patient and try to relax.
#Person1#: Enough. I don't want to hear any more about your bathroom time.
#Person2#: Why not? Oh well, I'm ready to eat. No need call the doctor. If we run to the restaurant, I can make it to the restroom and you can order.
#Person1#: Are you sure you want to go?
#Person2#: To the restroom? I have no choice. | Walter is sick and gets Diarrhea, so #Person1# comes to take care of him. #Person1# wants to call the doctor but #Person2# refuses. |
train_11511 | #Person1#: I want to say goodbye to everyone.
#Person2#: You're leaving so soon. When are you off?
#Person1#: I'm catching the 9 fifteen train tomorrow morning.
#Person2#: How about I come and see you off?
#Person1#: You really don't need to.
#Person2#: Ok. I'll miss you. I hope we can see each other again soon.
#Person1#: I hope so, too. Thank you, Lily. Thank you for everything.
#Person2#: You're welcome.
#Person1#: Please say goodbye to the rest of the family for me.
#Person2#: Ok. Take care. I hope you have a good journey.
#Person1#: Thank you. Remember to look me up if you're ever in Washington.
#Person2#: Of course. I will.
#Person1#: Goodbye, then. Thanks again for everything. | #Person1# is leaving tomorrow morning and #Person2# wants to see #Person1# off. #Person1# asks #Person2# to say goodbye to #Person2#'s family members and hopes to meet #Person2# in Washington. |
train_11512 | #Person1#: What a hot day!
#Person2#: Yes, summer is coming.
#Person1#: Where are you going this summer vacation?
#Person2#: I'd like to go to Tianjin.
#Person1#: Do you want to go to the beach there?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. And what's your plan?
#Person1#: The same to you.
#Person2#: That's great. | #Person2# wants to go to Tianjin this summer vacation and so does #Person1#. |
train_11513 | #Person1#: You're from New York, aren't you?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right.
#Person1#: What do you suggest I should see in New York?
#Person2#: Well, how about the Museum of Modern Art?
#Person1#: No, I don't like museums. They're boring.
#Person2#: Why don't you go to see the Empire State Building?
#Person1#: Ah! That sounds interesting. | #Person2# recommends sightseeing places in New York to #Person1#. |
train_11514 | #Person1#: What are you doing?
#Person2#: What am I doing? What am I doing? Don't you know what day it is?
#Person1#: Mumm. no.
#Person2#: It's only the day when the world's biggest sporting event is kicking off.
#Person1#: What?
#Person2#: The World Cup! The first match is today! It's Mexico vs. South Africa! It's going to be a really good match! Both teams have a very strong offense and have skilled players. I think that South Africa
#Person1#: I have no idea what you're talking about. The only sporting event we watch at home is the Super Bowl.
#Person2#: This is bigger than the Super Bowl, man! Teams from 32 countries compete against each other every four years and fight to win that trophy. They first start in a group stage with bigger groups, each g
#Person1#: Sounds interesting, but soccer doesn't really appeal to me.
#Person2#: Are you kidding? Over seven hundred million people watched the final match of the World Cup! It's a very exciting and nerve wracking sport! Each nation is cheering on their team, hoping they will bec
#Person1#: All I know about soccer is that you can't use your hands and that players are always falling down, trying to get a free kick or penalty kick. It seems like a sissy sport to me!
#Person2#: Whatever, I'm going to go watch the opening match. | #Person2# tells #Person1# today The World Cup is kicking off and #Person2# is very excited. #Person1# says soccer doesn't appeal to #Person1# and thinks soccer seems to be a sissy game. |
train_11515 | #Person1#: Anne, would you please come in for a while? Please also bring along the minutes of yesterday's management meeting.
#Person2#: Of course, sir. . . Here's the minutes of the meeting.
#Person1#: How long did the meeting last?
#Person2#: The meeting was delayed by thirty minutes and it lasted for two and a half hours.
#Person1#: Did the chairman ask for me?
#Person2#: Yes, I told him that you were very ill and couldn't attend.
#Person1#: All right. Have you handed in my report to him?
#Person2#: Yes, I did. Besides, here are all the reports and materials handed out in the meeting. I think you'll have to do some replies.
#Person1#: Thank you, Anne. You've done an excellent job. Did they mention the date for the next meeting?
#Person2#: No, they didn't. The chairman said he would send a memo to all managers by the end of this week informing them of the date of the next meeting. | #Person1# asks #Person2# for the minutes of yesterday's meeting and asks about the meeting time, whether the chairman asked for #Person1#, whether #Person2# handed in the report, and the date for the next meeting. |
train_11516 | #Person1#: Do you have any work experience in this field?
#Person2#: Yes. After my graduation from university, I worked as a Customer Service Coordinator in a foreign representative office, and then I transferred to a joint venture as a Market Development Manager. So I am familiar with the market in China.
#Person1#: What have you learned from the jobs you have had?
#Person2#: I learned to be patient when dealing with customers complaints and try my best to solve them. In addition, I learned at my previous jobs how to cooperate with my colleagues.
#Person1#: Does your current employer know you are looking for another job?
#Person2#: No, I haven't discussed my leaving plans with my current employer, but I am sure he will release me.
#Person1#: What is your impression of your present company?
#Person2#: Very good.
#Person1#: What would your current colleague say about you?
#Person2#: They would say I'm a dependable and hard worker. | #Person1# interviews #Person2# and asks about #Person2#'s work experience, what #Person2# learned from the previous jobs, #Person2#'s impressions of the current company, and what #Person2#'s colleagues would say about #Person2#. |
train_11517 | #Person1#: I'm going to the beauty parlor. Do you want to come too?
#Person2#: Sure. Let's go. What are you going to have done?
#Person1#: I want to have a foot massage and a haircut.
#Person2#: A foot massage sounds like a great idea. They are very relaxing. I'd also like to have mudpack on my face. It's supposed to help with your complexion.
#Person1#: Good idea. We should also get pedicures and manicures.
#Person2#: This could become a very expensive trip to the beauty parlor!
#Person1#: I think it's a good idea to pamper yourself occasionally. Don't you agree?
#Person2#: Oh, I agree. We both work hard and a little beauty treatment can relieve stress.
#Person1#: Maybe we should try a thai massage too.
#Person2#: What's special about a thai massage?
#Person1#: That's when the masseuse walks on your back and massages you with her feet.
#Person2#: Sounds painful! | #Person1# and #Person2# are going to the beauty parlor. They are planning an expensive trip as they think beauty treatment can relieve stress. |
train_11518 | #Person1#: I would like to withdraw my money and close my account please.
#Person2#: May I see your passbook.
#Person1#: Here you are.
#Person2#: This is a sizable sum. Is there any reason you are closing your account with us Mr. Lee?
#Person1#: I will be leaving the city soon so I have no need for this account.
#Person2#: I see. Well for this amount I will have to get my manager's approval.
#Person1#: No problem. I'll wait over there.
#Person2#: Thank you. This should only be a few minutes. If you would like, there is coffee by those sofas over there.
#Person1#: No, thanks. Coffee makes me wired and I will be nervous enough carrying all that cash. | #Person1# wants to withdraw #Person1#'s money and close #Person1#'s account because #Person2#'s leaving the city. |
train_11519 | #Person1#: Can I use your laptop for a while?
#Person2#: Sure, go ahead.
#Person1#: Oh, isn't your computer Wi-Fi capable?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. You want go online? there are no wi-fi hotspots around.
#Person1#: Oh my, no internet access is killing me.
#Person2#: Can't you wait till you get home? then you can surf the internet using the broadband, wireless connection or whatever you like.
#Person1#: No, I'm not feeling myself. I just want to check my emails, visit my favorite websites and chat with my friends.
#Person2#: Now I see, you must be suffering from discomgoogolation.
#Person1#: What does that mean? there's nothing wrong with me.
#Person2#: Well, the term'discomgoogolation'comes from'discombobulate'and'google'. Because floods of information are just a mouse click away, net users are very likely to become addicted to the web.
#Person1#: That's alright. I just can't bear losing track of all the latest information. It almost drives me crazy.
#Person2#: Then, you're probably addicted. | #Person1# feels no internet access is killing #Person1# and #Person2# thinks #Person1# must be suffering from discomgooglation, which describes people who are addicted to the web. |
train_11520 | #Person1#: morning, Mr. Emory. I was hoping to set up an appointment with you for sometime this week.
#Person2#: Hmm. I'm pretty booked up this week. Let's move it up to next week.
#Person1#: Fine, Mr. Emory. Would next Monday at 4:00 o'clock be all right for you?
#Person2#: Let me take a look. All right, that's no problem. See you then. | #Person1# hopes to make an appointment with #Person2# this week but #Person2# suggests next week. |
train_11521 | #Person1#: What's your apartment like?
#Person2#: It's a furnished two bedroom flat in a three-story building on campus.
#Person1#: What is it like living in on-campus housing?
#Person2#: It's not as bad as I thought it would be. The freshmen that live nearby are really loud, especially on the weekends. But, the rent is much cheaper than private housing, so it's worth it.
#Person1#: Did you have to pay a deposit?
#Person2#: No, but we do have to pay 9 months rent in 6 months, so for the first 6 months we pay 1/2 month's rent each month.
#Person1#: Do you have to pay utilities on top of your monthly rent?
#Person2#: No, it's all included. Besides, students don't have to pay council tax, so we're saving quite bit of money by living here.
#Person1#: How long is your contract for?
#Person2#: That's the bad thing---the contract ends in June, so we'll have to find a new apartment soon.
#Person1#: Have you started looking yet?
#Person2#: Not yet. I'm hoping we'll be able to find something cheap once all the students leave the city for the summer.
#Person1#: Good luck! | #Person2# tells #Person1# living in the apartment in on-campus housing is cheap though sometimes noisy. The bad thing is the contract ends in June so #Person2# needs to find a new place soon. |
train_11522 | #Person1#: Welcome to IBA. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, hello. Our company used your bank to send some documents to Malaysia last week. Could you check and see if the proceeds have come back yet, please? It's Sang Hung Enterprises, based in Kula Lump.
#Person1#: OK, just a moment. . . yes, it has arrived. The amount is 51, 998 US dollars net, 12 US dollars has been deducted by the intermediary bank.
#Person2#: That's as it should be. When will it be paid in and credited to our account?
#Person1#: It's already credited to your account. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that the proceeds have come back and been credited to #Person2#'s company's account. |
train_11523 | #Person1#: How about this floor lamp?
#Person2#: Fine, just get it! We have been shopping for furniture for five hours! I'm so tired!
#Person1#: We still need to find an armoire and a dresser.
#Person2#: Fine! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand, coffee table and love seat while you look for the rest of the things.
#Person1#: Great! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I'll also get a bean bag and a dining set.
#Person2#: While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner? I really want one so I can watch TV.
#Person1#: Recliner? In my beautifully decorated living room? I don't think so!
#Person2#: How about this floor lamp?
#Person1#: Fine, just get it! We have been shopping for furniture for five hours! I'm so tired!
#Person2#: We still need to find an armoire and a dresser.
#Person1#: Fine! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand, coffee table and love seat while you look for the rest of the things.
#Person2#: Great! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I'll also get a bean bag and a dining set.
#Person1#: While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner? I really want one so I can watch TV.
#Person2#: Recliner? In my beautifully decorated living room? I don't think so! | #Person1# and #Person2# are shopping for furniture. #Person1#'ll continue shopping while #Person2#'ll go home to drop off the furniture they bought because #Person2# is tired. |
train_11524 | #Person1#: What is a visa used for?
#Person2#: It is a significant document for traveling abroad and visiting.
#Person1#: Oh. Where do I need to apply for a visa?
#Person2#: There are passport processing center in many places. Visa is dealt with in embassies. You need to complete several forms and provide certain certificate.
#Person1#: Does it take a long time to get a visa?
#Person2#: Not too long. 14 working days for a visa.
#Person1#: What materials do I need to provide?
#Person2#: Your passport and ID card. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about what a visa is used for and how to apply for one. |
train_11525 | #Person1#: Hello, Mr. White. Do you think it's possible for us to talk sometime today?
#Person2#: I'd love to, Miss Wilson, but I've got a pretty tight schedule today. I've got to finish reading the yearly financial report by 10. Then I have to drive to the airport to pick up an advertiser at 11. After that, I'll have a meeting with him over lunch.
#Person1#: Can I see you after lunch?
#Person2#: Well, let me see...after lunch, I have to attend a senior staff meeting, which may last about two hours. Can you come at 3? We can talk for an hour before I meet my sales team at 4.
#Person1#: I'm afraid an hour is too short. What about tomorrow morning?
#Person2#: 9 to 11, then. I'll wait for you at the office.
#Person1#: OK, see you then. | #Person1# wants to talk with #Person2# sometime today but #Person2# is busy with work. Then #Person1# suggests they meet tomorrow morning. #Person1# agrees. |
train_11526 | #Person1#: Did you hear of the robbery in the bank last night?
#Person2#: No, I didn't. Which bank was robbed?
#Person1#: The bank in Green Street.
#Person2#: How much money was lost?
#Person1#: No a penny was robbed.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: Yes, there were three robbers. One was trying to run away, but the police shot him in the leg and they arrested him.
#Person2#: What about the other two?
#Person1#: The other two were shot dead when they fired at the police.
#Person2#: Who called the police when the bank had been robbed?
#Person1#: A brave security guard of the bank. | #Person1# tells #Person2# about the bank robbery last night. |
train_11527 | #Person1#: Jeremy, your mom just called. Her flight was canceled. They're putting her on another plane, but not until the morning. It looks like you're stuck with us for one more night.
#Person2#: No problem at all! I love hanging out with my cousins. We made up a super fun game. It's kind of like basketball, but you have to make jokes before you take a shot!
#Person1#: Well, that sounds very creative! Where's your sister?
#Person2#: She's still doing her homework. I think she's almost done, though. Where is Uncle Buck?
#Person1#: Oh, he went out to pick up some Chinese takeout for dinner. I hope that's OK with you.
#Person2#: OK with me? It's my favorite! Listen, you guys have been so good to me this weekend. I'm having so much fun. I'd love to do this again as soon as possible. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person2#'s mom will take another plane to pick #Person2#. #Person2# feels happy to stay with #Person2#'s family. |
train_11528 | #Person1#: Hey, do you know if it's possible to get to Los Angeles from San Francisco by train?
#Person2#: Yeah, it is. But why don't you fly? It's much faster and costs about the same.
#Person1#: No way! I hate flying. Do you know how long the train takes?
#Person2#: Well, the quickest route is through the center of California. You can start in Sacramento. But it's not a very good route. If you take the train along the coast, it is much more beautiful. It's a great way to see California.
#Person1#: Well, I don't care about that. I just need to get to Los Angeles and back. My cousin's wedding is next month. | #Person2# suggests #Person1# fly from San Francisco to Los Angeles but #Person1# hates flying and wants to take a train. |
train_11529 | #Person1#: Hi, Lily. Where were you at lunchtime? I was looking for you in the dining hall.
#Person2#: Oh, sorry, I missed you. My English class ran late again.
#Person1#: That's been happening quite often recently. Maybe it's because the final exams are coming up.
#Person2#: Yes. After class, there is always a group of students hanging around the professor asking questions. How about you? Are yon ready for the exams?
#Person1#: I've been studying a lot recently, but my math problems are really giving me a big headache.
#Person2#: Don't worry, Tom. There's still one month to go before the exam. You have enough time to work them out.
#Person1#: Well, I don't need to spend much time on other subjects. I can pay more attention to my weak subjects. | Lily's English class ran late again. Tom thinks it's because the final exams are coming up. Tom'll pay more attention to math problems before the exam. |
train_11530 | #Person1#: I don't know what to do. I can't seem to get anyone in the hospital to listen to my complaints and this outdated equipment is dangerous. Just look at it.
#Person2#: Hmm, uh, are you trying to say that it presents a health hazard?
#Person1#: Yes, I am. The head technician in the lab tried to persuade the hospital administration to replace it, but they are trying to cut costs.
#Person2#: You are pregnant, aren't you?
#Person1#: Yes, I am. I made an effort to get my supervisor to transfer me to another department, but he urged me not to complain too loudly. Because the administration is more likely to replace me than an X-ray equipment, I'm afraid to refuse to work. But I'm more afraid to expose my unborn child to the radiation.
#Person2#: I see what you mean. Well, as your union representative, I have to warn you that it would take quite a while to force management to replace the old machines and attempt to get you transferred may or may not be successful.
#Person1#: Oh, what am I supposed to do then?
#Person2#: Workers have the legal right to refuse certain unsafe work assignments under two federal laws, the Occupation or Safety and Health Act and the National Labor Relations Act. But the requirements of either of the Acts may be difficult to meet.
#Person1#: Do you think I have a good case?
#Person2#: If you do lose your job, the union will fight to get it back for you along with back pay, your lost income. But you have to be prepared for a long wait, maybe after two years. | #Person1# complains that the hospital administration isn't willing to replace the dangerous outdated equipment and transfer #Person1# to another department. #Person2# tells #Person1# workers have legal rights to refuse unsafe works and the union will fight for her if she loses her job but she needs to prepare for a long wait. |
train_11531 | #Person1#: Hi, Miss. Freezing cold, isn't it? What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I'd like some plants that can keep the earth fresh.
#Person1#: Especially in this cold season when you can't keep die window open, isn't it?
#Person2#: Absolutely. And something that's easy to care for and not expensive.
#Person1#: OK, Miss. Our shop won't disappoint you. Look at these plants. They've just come in and I bet you like one of them. This is a corn plant. The tall tree can grow more than six feet and it doesn't need any water or light.
#Person2#: Quite striking, isn't it? What's that?
#Person1#: A palm. It adds a tropical touch to your room. The leaves are perfect for cleaning your air. It has a long life and it's easy to care for.
#Person2#: Oh, this lovely small plant has beautiful white flower. What do you call it?
#Person1#: Peace lily. Even the flower isn't blooming, its dense leaves look great.
#Person2#: Perfect. It's just what I want.
#Person1#: Won't you have a look at Janet Craig and Mother-in-Law's Tongue? And they're just as good. No, thanks. The peace lily is OK. The more I see, the less certain I become, you know. | #Person2# wants to buy some plants to keep the earth fresh in the cold season and #Person1# recommends #Person2# the palm and the peace lily. #Person2# decides to buy the peace lily. |
train_11532 | #Person1#: It was exactly two years ago that we moved to this town. You started working on your degree, and I started working down at the lab.
#Person2#: It seems like only yesterday. I suppose that I am so busy that I don't even notice how time passes.
#Person1#: I'd expect the opposite. I mean, the way you've been studying, working on experiments and writting dozens of papers. It might seem more like four years than two.
#Person2#: Haven't you ever noticed how time seems to crawl when you have nothing to do? But how time flies when you are busy with what you really like to do?
#Person1#: That's true. Those days when there was not much to do at the lab didn't ever seem to end.
#Person2#: Just wait a little longer. As soon as I finish my degree, we'll open our own chemistry lab. | #Person2# thinks time seems to crawl when people have nothing to do but time flies when people are busy with work. #Person1# agrees. |
train_11533 | #Person1#: Where have you been these days?
#Person2#: In the hospital.
#Person1#: In the hospital? What happened?
#Person2#: Didn't you know that our room caught fire last Friday evening?
#Person1#: Oh, really? I'm sorry to hear that. But what caused the fire?
#Person2#: Well, the light in our room was turned off at 11:30 as usual. Alice lit a candle to go on reading. Unfortunately she fell asleep with the candle still burning beside her. Then her bed caught fire.
#Person1#: Oh, my God! I'm sorry to hear that. And how was Alice?
#Person2#: She was badly burnt and is still in hospital.
#Person1#: Was she the only one burnt?
#Person2#: No. There were two more.
#Person1#: You should be careful in future.
#Person2#: We will. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that Alice and two more were burnt and are still in hospital because there was a fire caused by a burning candle. |
train_11534 | #Person1#: It's a vicious circle, really. It takes me the best part of an hour to get here in the morning, so I honestly never have time for breakfast.
#Person2#: But you should always have something. According to nutrition experts, it's the most important meal of the day.
#Person1#: That's a load of rubbish, if you ask me. It's all very well for them. They've probably got time for it. I haven't. Anyway, when I get to work, I'm plunged into the usual stressful day, and my hunger just sort of evaporates.
#Person2#: Yes. I only live around the corner, but I often skip breakfast myself, but I suppose you could always make up for it at the lunch time.
#Person1#: I should, but more often than not I just grab a cup of coffee and a few biscuits, or a sandwich.
#Person2#: There's nothing wrong with that. That's all I ever have when I'm busy.
#Person1#: Fine, but what happens as the day wears on is that the less you eat, the less you want to eat. Abstinence seems to suppress the appetite, somehow.
#Person2#: Well, I suspect what we ought to be doing is establishing a regular pattern of eating, instead of just grabbing what we can when we can.
#Person1#: Em, a sensible conventional diet. There's no doubt that's the way to go, so shall we now go and do something for a change? You name the restaurant and I'll treat you to lunch.
#Person2#: That will be nice. | #Person1# gets to work with no time to eat breakfast and just grab what #Person1# can when #Person1# can for lunch. #Person2# sometimes does the same. #Person2# thinks they should establish a regular pattern of eating. |
train_11535 | #Person1#: You're made a good choice. This china tea set is unusual.
#Person2#: Where was it from?
#Person1#: It was made in Jingdezhen.
#Person2#: Jingdezhen? Isn't it called 'the capital of porcelain'?
#Person1#: You are right.
#Person2#: This is the very thing I've been dreaming of.
#Person1#: It is the best quality porcelain-the famous egg-shell China.
#Person2#: It must be most precious.
#Person1#: But it is really worth the price. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the unusual china tea set is made in Jingdezhen and it is worth the price. |
train_11536 | #Person1#: My goodness! What happened? You have blood on your face.
#Person2#: Oh, don't worry. I just killed a pigeon.
#Person1#: How could you have the heart to kill it ? We only have one!
#Person2#: It spoiled my painting! | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# killed a pigeon because it spoiled #Person2#'s painting. |
train_11537 | #Person1#: Hi, Melissa! How are you doing?
#Person2#: I'm so stressed! I don't know where to go to school and what to major in!
#Person1#: Don't worry. You have plenty of time to decide.
#Person2#: Actually, I don't. If I want to get grants and scholarships to help me pay for tuition, then I need to apply by Monday.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. Well, let me see if I can help you. What's your favorite subject?
#Person2#: I like English, math, art, and music.
#Person1#: Ok. Which one do you like the most?
#Person2#: I guess I'd have to say English . I usually do pretty well in English classes, too.
#Person1#: Which subject do you get your highest grades in?
#Person2#: Actually, that would have to be math.
#Person1#: Ok, well. What kind of job do you want to get when you graduate?
#Person2#: I don't know. All I know is that I want to make lots of money!
#Person1#: Alright. So, is it more important to you to make money or to enjoy your work?
#Person3#: In a perfect world, I would enjoy my word, not have to do much, and make lots of money!
#Person1#: Ok. Stop dreaming. Since you sound a bit unsure, I'd suggest taking both math and English classes your first semester to see which you enjoy more. You can always change your mind.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. But what about deciding on where to go to college?
#Person1#: Why don't we go take a tour of some of the universities around here this weekend?
#Person2#: That sounds like a great idea, but to be honest, I've already decide that I don't want to go to school near home.
#Person1#: Oh? Why not?
#Person2#: I need to broaden my horizons. That's what you always say, right?
#Person1#: yes, maybe one time too many. | Melissa doesn't know where to go to school and what to major in. #Person2# asks about Melissa's favorite subjects, the subjects she does best, and #Person1#'s ideal job. #Person2# wants to enjoy the work and make lots of money. #Person2# suggests #Person1# take both English and math classes during the first semester and taking a tour of some universities before making a decision. |
train_11538 | #Person1#: What kind of person do you consider yourself to be?
#Person2#: I think I'm polite, careful, relaxed and shy.
#Person1#: Oh, I don't think you're shy! You are always chatting with new people when we go to a party.
#Person2#: Well. Yes, but those people always start talking to me. I never talk to them first. Perhaps I'm not as shy as I think. Anyway, you're certainly not shy!
#Person1#: You're right. I love going out and making new friends.
#Person2#: So, you'll be at my birthday party on Friday?
#Person1#: Of course! | #Person2# thinks perhaps #Person2# is not as shy as #Person2# thinks but #Person1# is certainly not shy. |
train_11539 | #Person1#: They promised us a sea view.
#Person2#: Well, you can just see the sea. Between the factory chimneys.
#Person1#: Isn't it awful? I can't bear to look at it. I don't think I can stand this place for two weeks.
#Person2#: Well, it can't be helped. We'll just have to put up with it. | #Person1# complains about the sea view and #Person2# thinks they need to put up with it. |
train_11540 | #Person1#: Hi, Jenny. Are you going to school now?
#Person2#: Yup. I have English at 9 in the morning.
#Person1#: Got any plans after the class?
#Person2#: Not really. What about you?
#Person1#: We will have our midterm exams next month. I plan to look for some important books and study at the library. Do you want to join me?
#Person2#: Sure. I need to return some books. They are due today. Besides, I can also read some weekly publications, magazines and newspapers.
#Person1#: Great. We can go to the swimming pool in the gymnasium after that.
#Person2#: That sounds like a good idea. We can chill out a litle in such a hot summer. Are you good at swimming?
#Person1#: Well, that's a good quesion. I haven't swum for almost two years. I think I need more practice.
#Person2#: Oh, it's almost 9. I need to hurry. I am running late now. See you after class in front of the library then. Bye!
#Person1#: See you then. | #Person1# and Jenny plan to study at the library and then go swimming after school. |
train_11541 | #Person1#: Hello, this is Charles Richards from channel 7 news. And we're down here, eh, at the city mall,interviewing people on how they celebrate Christmas. And, hi, young lady, what is your name?
#Person2#: Elizabeth Carter.
#Person1#: And, Elizabeth, how does your family celebrate Christmas?
#Person2#: We go skiing and we go over to my grandparents' house to have dinner with them.
#Person1#: And does your family eat anything particular for Christmas?
#Person2#: Turkey.
#Person1#: Oh. That sounds great. | #Person1# interviews Elizabeth Carter on how her family celebrate Christmas. |
train_11542 | #Person1#: Diana, can you give me a hand? I'm supposed to place all these new products in the display case, but they'll never fit.
#Person2#: Yeah, I see what you mean. But did Miss Harper mean to put them all on display, or just one of each as a sample for the customers to see?
#Person1#: Oh, I get it! So maybe I should just select a single example of each model instead of one of each color for each model.
#Person2#: Check with Miss Harper first. But in my opinion, that's the only way you'll be able to do it. | Diana suggests #Person1# check with Miss Harper about how Miss Harper wants their new products to be displayed first. |
train_11543 | #Person1#: I was thinking about cooking dinner tonight.
#Person2#: What do you want to make?
#Person1#: I'm not exactly sure.
#Person2#: I wouldn't mind a Beef Bowl.
#Person1#: How do I make that?
#Person2#: All it has is rice and beef.
#Person1#: That sounds easy. But How do I make it?
#Person2#: First, you need to make some white rice.
#Person1#: Then what do I do?
#Person2#: Then, you need to cut up some beef and mix it with sauce.
#Person1#: Is there anything else I need to do?
#Person2#: Then all you need to do is cook it and enjoy it. | #Person2# suggests having a Beef Bowl for dinner and tells #Person1# how to make it. |
train_11544 | #Person1#: What do you want to be when you grow up?
#Person2#: Well, Auntie Molly, I want to be president of the U.S. one day.
#Person1#: Wow. That's great! But that's a really hard job. It might be the hardest job in the world.
#Person2#: But you get to live in a big White House and fly in a big plane whenever you want.
#Person1#: That's true, but you'll also have to give a lot of speeches and you probably won't have much free time. Presidents are very busy. They usually don't even have a chance to spend time with their parents.
#Person2#: Then I don't want to be the president anymore. I want to be a cowboy instead.
#Person1#: That sounds fun, too. But are you OK with getting up really early? Because that's what Cowboys have to do.
#Person2#: That's not true I can train my horses and cows to sleep late, and we can get up late together! | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# wants to be president of the U.S. and #Person1# says it will be a hard job. Then #Person2# wants to be a cowboy. |
train_11545 | #Person1#: When I got home last night, I found a letter from the students at the school I used to go to. They want me to go back and talk to them.
#Person2#: Oh, really? Are you going?
#Person1#: I don't know. I used to hate school. So I don't want to go back very much.
#Person2#: But it's different now.
#Person1#: Yes, I know. But it's still a difficult decision. You see, when I was at the school, I didn't get on well with others. And none of the teachers like me.
#Person2#: Well, I think you should go. When I was young, I used to dream of meeting a famous top star. You can't disappoint then.
#Person1#: You are right. OK, I will go. | The students at the school #Person1# used to go to invited #Person1# to go back to school but #Person1# hesitates. #Person2# thinks #Person1# should not disappoint the students. |
train_11546 | #Person1#: Hey, I heard you were leaving San Francisco.
#Person2#: That's right. By next week, I'll be living in the Big Apple.
#Person1#: New York. Why? I thought you loved the West Coast.
#Person2#: I do. It's beautiful and the weather is perfect, but I'm trying to make it as a singer and it's impossible here. All of the music clubs here have closed down in the last few years.
#Person1#: Do you know why?
#Person2#: Yeah, as housing prices have gone up, clubs have been torn down to build new apartments.
#Person1#: That's true. Now the only places to go in San Francisco are fancy restaurants.
#Person2#: Yeah, so there isn't anywhere to perform.
#Person1#: OK, but won't your family miss you?
#Person2#: I only have a brother here. Most of my family is actually in Philadelphia. I'll be much closer to them once I move.
#Person1#: Isn't it expensive in New York?
#Person2#: It is, but San Francisco has also become quite expensive in the past few years. My rent will be about the same.
#Person1#: Wow. Well. Are you sure you'll be able to find places to perform?
#Person2#: Yes, I've actually scheduled a performance already and it's important that I do not waste anytime. I'm 26 years old and I need to make a name for myself in the next 4 years.
#Person1#: Wow, most women at your age are thinking about getting married.
#Person2#: Not me. I don't think I will ever get married. I just want to sing. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# will move to New York because there's no chance for a singer in San Francisco. #Person2# has scheduled performance in New York and wants to make a name for herself. |
train_11547 | #Person1#: Jonathan, look at all these dirty clothes. It's time to teach you how to use the washing machine.
#Person2#: Oh mom, do I have to?
#Person1#: Yes. You're 16 now. I was doing laundry when I was half your age, your sister has been doing it since she was 10. So it's your turn to learn.
#Person2#: Fine. It's just that there are so many buttons and settings.
#Person1#: It's easy once you know how to do it. This is the load setting, choose small medium or large based on how many clothes your washing. I'm sure you can figure that out for yourself.
#Person2#: I can do that.
#Person1#: Good, next you choose the temperature, cold, warm or hot, just use cold for now.
#Person2#: OK, and this spin cycle?
#Person1#: That is for how fast the machine turns. Normal is what you will be using for most of your clothes. Heavy is for your jeans and towels, light is for your sheets and pillowcases. But I'll do those for you.
#Person2#: You know what, mom? Washing clothes is actually pretty easy.
#Person1#: Everything is, once you know how to do it. | #Person1# asks Jonathan to do the laundry by himself and teaches him how to use the washing machine. Jonathan thinks washing clothes is easy. |
train_11548 | #Person1#: Let's discuss your education background. You were an English major, weren't you?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right. But I liked French best.
#Person1#: Fine, and could you tell me what kind of work experience you've had?
#Person2#: My last position was with Lumison Marten. That was from two thousand and five to two thousand and nine. That's a law firm in Sacramento. Before that I worked for a bishop in Baldwin. That was from two thousand and three to two thousand and five.
#Person1#: Could you tell me what kind of salary you are expecting?
#Person2#: Well, in my last job, I was making $1,500 a month. I understand that this position has a starting salary of around $1,600 a month.
#Person1#: That's right.
#Person2#: That would be fine with me. What I care about most is if the company provides opportunities for further education.
#Person1#: Yes, our employees are allowed to take up to six hours a week at full pay to attend college courses. | #Person1# interviews #Person2# and asks about #Person2#'s work experience and expected salary. #Person1# tells #Person2# the company offers further education. |
train_11549 | #Person1#: I ' m interested in teaching at your school.
#Person2#: Great. Are you a qualified teacher?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: What kind of teaching certificate do you have?
#Person1#: I have a TEFL certificate.
#Person2#: How many years of experience do you have?
#Person1#: I have three years of teaching ESL and four years of teaching per-school children.
#Person2#: When did you get your TEFL certificate?
#Person1#: I got my TEFL certificate three years ago.
#Person2#: Why do you want to teach at our school?
#Person1#: Well, I ' Ve heard many good things about it. I also like teaching young children.
#Person2#: That ' s great. Can you speak Chinese?
#Person1#: Yes, just a little.
#Person2#: Can you come in for an interview tomorrow at 10:00?
#Person1#: I sure can.
#Person2#: Great. See you then. | #Person1# is interested in teaching at #Person2#'s school. #Person1# is a qualified teacher. #Person1# is experienced and can speak Chinese. #Person2# asks #Person1# to come in for an interview tomorrow. |
train_11550 | #Person1#: Will you be voting?
#Person2#: I can ' t wait to vote.
#Person1#: Who are you voting for?
#Person2#: The person I ' m voting for is the best.
#Person1#: What do you like about him?
#Person2#: He is very intelligent.
#Person1#: You think so?
#Person2#: That ' s right. Plus, I agree with his policies.
#Person1#: I ' m glad to hear that you are so excited.
#Person2#: I ' m voting for the next President.
#Person1#: I ' m sure he will be.
#Person2#: I ' m going to make sure and vote. | #Person2# is excited about voting and believes #Person2# is voting for the next President. |
train_11551 | #Person1#: Hello, are you Chinese?
#Person2#: No, I'm Korean. Where are you from?
#Person1#: I'm from America. Are you settling in all right?
#Person2#: I've already found a flat and it's quite comfortable. What about you?
#Person1#: I live in my uncle's house. He came here ten years ago.
#Person2#: What do you think of the local accent here? Has it been causing you any problems?
#Person1#: I think it's just a matter of getting used to it.
#Person2#: I can't agree more. | #Person2# is Korean and #Person1# is American. They are trying to get used to the local accent. |
train_11552 | #Person1#: John seems to be in high cotton. He may well become a big shot.
#Person2#: I bet my button dollar that he won't. He is no more than a nine day's wonder.
#Person1#: What is your idea?
#Person2#: Many people like him get a flying start but soon disappear. | #Person1# thinks John will be a big shot, but #Person2# disagrees. |
train_11553 | #Person1#: Welcome to IBA. Which service do you require?
#Person2#: I hope you can help me. I've been told about something called'Financing Link'?
#Person1#: Yes, that is our Personal Wealth Management Service.
#Person2#: Could you tell me more?
#Person1#: Of course. Financing Link is a value-added service, and can be tailored to suit your requirements.
#Person2#: So, I can choose exactly what services I require? That's brilliant. Can I use the card if I'm overseas to withdraw my daily expenses?
#Person1#: Certainly. We can arrange the structure to suit whatever you require. That's why this service is so popular ; it's suitable for everyone because we make it that way.
#Person2#: This is just what I've been looking for. Sign me up right away, please. | #Person2# comes to IBA and asks about 'Financing Link'. #Person1# explains to #Person2# the service can be tailored to suit customers' requirements. #Person2# will sign it up. |
train_11554 | #Person1#: Hi, is that Jessica?
#Person2#: Yes. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: I want to inform you of the interview.
#Person2#: What? I can barely hear you because your veiled voice?
#Person1#: I said I am informing you of the interview. | #Person1# calls Jessica to inform her of the interview. |
train_11555 | #Person1#: Hello.
#Person2#: Hello. Is Steve there?
#Person1#: I'm sorry. He's not here right now.
#Person2#: What time will he be back?
#Person1#: Around five thirty.
#Person2#: This afternoon?
#Person1#: Yes. May I ask who's calling?
#Person2#: This is his friend, Greg.
#Person1#: Okay. I'll tell him you called.
#Person2#: Thanks. | Greg calls Steve but he's not here. #Person1# will tell Steve Greg called. |
train_11556 | #Person1#: I am trying to see if I can afford to purchase a home that I wish to buy.
#Person2#: We can figure that out right now. How much do you earn annually?
#Person1#: My wife and I earned one hundred and fifty thousand dollars last year.
#Person2#: How many years have you held your current position?
#Person1#: I have been at my current job for 10 years.
#Person2#: Is there any extra income that you receive other than salary?
#Person1#: I collect one thousand dollars a month from a rental property.
#Person2#: Have you ever figured out your credit score?
#Person1#: I try not to think about it!
#Person2#: Adding in your expenses, I calculate that you can spend three hundred thousand on a house. | #Person2# helps #Person1# to figure out whether #Person1# can afford to purchase a home that #Person1# wishes to buy. |
train_11557 | #Person1#: Have you been in America long, Hellen?
#Person2#: No. Only for a couple of weeks.
#Person1#: Where are you going to study?
#Person2#: I am going to register at Harvard next month.
#Person1#: What are you going to major in?
#Person2#: I am going to major in tourism. What about you? How long have you been here?
#Person1#: For nearly four years.
#Person2#: Well. You should be able to give me some advice on where to stay. At the moment, I am staying in a hotel which is far away from the school. | Hellen is going to Harvard to study tourism and asks #Person1#, who has been here for four years, for some suggestions about where to stay. |
train_11558 | #Person1#: Man, they take a lot of our paycheck.
#Person2#: Yeah, the government really takes a bit, doesn't it?
#Person1#: Seriously. The only tax I don't mind them taking is social security. It's only a few dollars every paycheck.
#Person2#: Yeah, I don't mind it either. We'll both end up rich slobs and not need it, but what if we do, you know?
#Person1#: Yeah. It won't be much, but at least we'll have a monthly check when we get old.
#Person2#: Yeah, my grandmother gets by on social security and the money my grandfather invested when he was alive.
#Person1#: Let's just hope the politicians don't figure out a way to spend it.
#Person2#: Really? No, they couldn't. None of them would have jobs if they did. | #Person1# and #Person2# don't mind it that the government takes the social security tax as they will get a monthly check when they get old. |
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