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train_11759 | #Person1#: Mom!
#Person2#: What are you doing?
#Person1#: I'm playing with my new jump rope! Watch this!
#Person2#: You are sick, young lady. Get back in bed! I called you in sick today, so you're going to lie down and fight that flu!
#Person1#: But I feel better.
#Person2#: Then maybe you should go to school. If you're feeling so much better, you'll ace that English test, right?
#Person1#: OK. I get it. I'm getting back into bed. . . | #Person1# is playing with a jump rope but #Person2# asks #Person1# to get in bed because #Person1# is sick. |
train_11760 | #Person1#: Can you help me for a minute?
#Person2#: Sure, what I can do for you?
#Person1#: I'm try to write a letter to one of our clients, But I just don't know exactly what to say, I don't even know how to get started, I know I should write dear Mr. Mrs. or Ms. , but the problem is I don't know the name of contact person.
#Person2#: You can just put Dear Sir or Madam, officialese not personal, you can write to whom may concerned.
#Person1#: OK, So I first thanks them for their business, I can say something like we are very grateful for your continue support, How is that?
#Person2#: Good! But also, write off the bed you want to tell them the reason of your writing, give them more reference.
#Person1#: Like Regarding our new product line, we would like to announce a special price discount
#Person2#: Right, do you need them to respond?
#Person1#: Yes, the letter would have a survey inside, and they should complete it and return to our office. How should I write that?
#Person2#: You can tell them ' Please finding the enclosed customer service survey, else also, you can say Attach a customer survey. If you need resource it right away, you can tell them the urgent by saying Please return the survey without dely as soon as possible. Maye it more polite with this as early as convenience. | #Person1# asks #Person2#'s help in writing a letter to clients and #Person2# teaches #Person1# to write the start and the reason for writing and teaches #Person1# how to ask clients to reply more politely. |
train_11761 | #Person1#: Are you ready to order, sir?
#Person2#: What's the special here?
#Person1#: We have steamed chicken, braised pork and Beijing roast duck and so on. Here's the menu. What would you like to have?
#Person2#: Well, let's try some braised pork, sweet and sour fish and some fried beans.
#Person1#: Would you like anything to drink?
#Person2#: Just some soft drinks and only a bottle of beer.
#Person1#: All right. Wait for a moment, please. | #Person2# orders food and drinks at a restaurant with #Person1#'s help. |
train_11762 | #Person1#: I'm hungry. Let's go to the snack bar.
#Person2#: ok, what unusual food do you want to try?
#Person1#: I am going to try Gado Gado.
#Person2#: what's that?
#Person1#: it's a kind of rice ball that is made in Malaysia. What about you?
#Person2#: I don't know. I don't know what most of this food is!
#Person1#: do you want noodles, vegetables, rice, meat, seafood, beans, or dessert?
#Person2#: I'd like to have some vegetables first.
#Person1#: have you ever tried tempura?
#Person2#: no, what is it?
#Person1#: it's deep fried vegetables, which is commonly eaten in Japan.
#Person2#: what do you use to eat it?
#Person1#: most people eat tempura with chopsticks, but you can use a fork if you don't know how to use chopsticks.
#Person2#: that sounds great. Do you know if there are any vegetable dishes that are spicy?
#Person1#: let me think. You could get an Indian or Thai vegetable curry, or you could get some Kimchi.
#Person2#: I'll try all of those. How do you know so much about International food?
#Person1#: I used to buy lunch every day from the International food stall at school. Every day was an adventure! | #Person1# asks #Person2# to go to the snack bar and #Person1# recommends #Person2# to eat fried tempura, Indian or Thai vegetable curry, and some Kimchi. |
train_11763 | #Person1#: I really like the apartment, but I was wondering if I could change some things.
#Person2#: What would you like to change?
#Person1#: I would like to have different carpet.
#Person2#: I would be willing to put in a different color carpet if you pay the price difference.
#Person1#: How much more would it cost?
#Person2#: It would cost between 2 and 10 dollars more per square yard.
#Person1#: While I am at it, would it be possible to switch paint colors?
#Person2#: I would be willing to look at a different color. You need to bring me a sample.
#Person1#: When can my apartment be painted and ready to go?
#Person2#: You can have the new carpet and paint by next Monday. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# wants to change the color of the carpet and paint. #Person2# asks #Person1# to pay the carpet price difference and bring a paint color sample. |
train_11764 | #Person1#: Did you like the Chanel bag that I got?
#Person2#: You must have a rich boyfriend because that bag is so expensive!
#Person1#: I bought it on eBay. It was only one-tenth of the original price. And the purchase was so easy.
#Person2#: No kidding! Then how do you know the bag's real?
#Person1#: Well, it came with a certificate, and it looks real. But auctioning on eBay is risky.
#Person2#: A risk I would never take. . .
#Person1#: Then you haven't browsed eBay before. . . get online. Don't hang up! | #Person1# buys a Chanel bag for one-tenth of the original price and #Person2# is surprised. #Person1# suggests #Person2# shop online. |
train_11765 | #Person1#: Hello. What can I do for you, sir?
#Person2#: Hi. Fill it up please. Premium.
#Person1#: Sure.
#Person2#: Oh, can you check my oil and tires while you're at it?
#Person1#: No problem. I'm gonna need you to turn off your engine and open the hood for me.
#Person2#: OK, it's open.
#Person1#: Your oil is fine but your tires are a little flat.
#Person2#: Oh. Where can I add some air to my tires?
#Person1#: Right here. I'll do it for you. ( Three minutes later ) Your car's ready.
#Person2#: Good. How much does it come to?
#Person1#: Nine gallons of premium. That's $ 15. 32, please. | #Person2# asks #Person1# to check oil and tires and #Person1# helps add some air to the tires. |
train_11766 | #Person1#: Hi! I need to request a wake-up call for tomorrow morning.
#Person2#: What time do you want the call?
#Person1#: I need two calls, one at 7 and another at 7 fifteen.
#Person2#: We can certainly do that. Expect a call from us at 7 o'colock and then again at 7 fifteen.
#Person1#: Actually, can I change the latter wake-up call to 7 thirty. am?
#Person2#: I can certainly do that. Is there anything else?
#Person1#: I can't think of anything. If I do think of something, I'll be sure to call again.
#Person2#: Okay. Good night, sir. | #Person1# requests two wake-up calls from #Person2#, one at 7 and another at 7 thirty. |
train_11767 | #Person1#: For me, now an important question to buy an Accord is the time when I can get this car. I need a new car rather soon.
#Person2#: Well, I can say that the new models will be here in August. If you order one now, we will have it for you in August.
#Person1#: That's good enough, I think. What colors does the new Accord come in?
#Person2#: We have this new model in red, white, black, or silver. These are the standard colors. Of course you could specially order from various other colors too.
#Person1#: My brother has last year's Accord. And his car is a kind of soft purple color mixed with silver. I really like that color. I wonder if I can get that color on my Accord.
#Person2#: I know the color you mean. Is this it, sir?
#Person1#: Yes, I think that's it. Can I get that on the Accord?
#Person2#: Yes, you can. That color is very popular with Honda buyers. So we've kept it available.
#Person1#: Well, I think I want to order the new Accord then. It looks like an excellent car.
#Person2#: You have made a good choice, sir. I drive an Accord myself. They are very solidly built machines, very reliable.
#Person1#: Yes, I know. I think Honda is the most reliable car on the road. I would never change to anything else. The Honda I have now almost never has service problems. It runs smooth as silk.
#Person2#: Alright, sir. I will get the paperwork ready for you. Just a moment. | #Person1# wants to buy a new Accord in soft purple color and #Person2# thinks #Person1# makes a good choice because Accord is a solidly built machine. #Person2# helps #Person1# make an order. |
train_11768 | #Person1#: Welcome to Space Radio Theater, your passport to the future. In this episode, the crew is under attack by an unknown source until it is too late. This episode opens with the crew members on board the Starship Quest.
#Person2#: Status, Commander Crdovi.
#Person3#: . Course looks clear, Capt ...
#Person2#: Yes, Commander?
#Person1#: The Captain suddenly realizes that Mr. Crdovi has disappeared from the bridge.
#Person2#: Commander? Computer ... Locate Commander Crdovi.
#Person4#: Mr. Crdovi is not aboard this ship.
#Person2#: Computer ... (BEEP BEEP). What was the status of the ship from one minute prior to his leaving the ship to one minute after he left?
#Person4#: Unknown aliens connected with ships systems. The aliens sent an electric charge through transporter system.
#Person2#: Bridge to transporter room ... Lieutenant, please respond. Security, report to the transporter room immediately and investigate.
#Person1#: Security officers, Lieutenant Mortia Adams and Ensign Greg Suzuki, ran down the corridors to the transporter room. Now, we take you to the transporter room.
#Person5#: Mortia? Look at this!
#Person6#: Uh-oh. The Captain is not going to like this.
#Person1#: Now, back on the bridge ...
#Person6#: Captain? Computer ... (BEEP BEEP). Locate Captain Duroset.
#Person4#: Captain Melony Duroset is not aboard this ship.
#Person6#: Mr. Greenfield, Mr. Ruto, you have the bridge and inform me if anything happens. Mortia to all decks. Please report to the cargo bay 3.
#Person1#: A few minutes later, Commander Mortia has taken charge and is briefing crew members in cargo bay 3.
#Person6#: As many of you are aware, twenty crew members have disappeared from the ship. Our sensors have detected a spatial flux. We're not sure if our members are being randomly transported off the ship or if they are being targeted.
#Person1#: Suddenly, five alien ships appear on long range scanners heading straight for them. Mr. Greenfield, on the bridge, reports to Commander Mortia ...
#Person7#: Commander, come in.
#Person6#: Mortia here.
#Person7#: We've detected five alien vessels approaching at warp 8. Ahhhhhhhhhhhhh!
#Person1#: Well, that's the end of this exciting episode. What has happened to the ship? Who are the aliens? Will the ship find its lost crewmen? Tune in next week for the conclusion of this exciting story. | #Person1# starts the action onboard a starship. #Person2# is the captain and #Person3# is the Commander who later disappears. #Person4# detects aliens through the transporter system and #Person2# commands security officers report to the transporter room. Then #Person6# finds the Captain is not on board and takes charge as Commander. #Person6# briefs that 20 crew members have disappeared and then #Person7# tells #Person6# five alien ships approaching. |
train_11769 | #Person1#: I've been in touch with them already and they said it's not up to them because the guarantee doesn't cover it. So I was wondering whether he might be able to come and have a look. I don't suppose you could give me any idea of what the charge might be.
#Person2#: Yes, I see. The thing is I've got some friends coming around this weekend and...
#Person1#: Oh, that'd be great. | #Person1# complains to #Person2# that the guarantee doesn't cover a repair and #Person2# says that some friends will come and have a look. |
train_11770 | #Person1#: What a cold day! The weatherman says there will be a snowstorm today. You'd better wear warm clothes, dear.
#Person2#: I don't believe the weatherman anymore. Last week he said there would be clear skies but it rained all week.
#Person1#: All right. Go ahead and catch cold. In winter, that always means that it is going to snow.
#Person2#: It doesn't make any difference. Fred is driving me to work.
#Person1#: Just the same, you have to go out for lunch.
#Person2#: By that time, this storm will have stopped. Look! It's partly sunny already.
#Person1#: No, it's partly cloudy. Here are your overcoat and boots. | #Person1# suggests #Person2# wear warm clothes as there will be a snowstorm but #Person2# refuses because #Person2# doesn't believe the weatherman. |
train_11771 | #Person1#: Hey, Jane. It's a lovely painting.
#Person2#: Thanks, Mark. But it doesn't look right to me. You know, I'm just learning.
#Person1#: Let me see. I think it might be the color of the sky.
#Person2#: Why? The sky is blue, isn't it?
#Person1#: Well, that depends. I mean the sunset can be full of reds and purples.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah. That's the point.
#Person1#: By adding some other colors to the sky, you'll get a more natural picture.
#Person2#: I'll try that. How do you know so much about painting? Taking some courses?
#Person1#: No, actually, my father is an artist. He told me a lot about painting, and took me to different exhibitions.
#Person2#: Ah, I see. I hope I can meet him some day.
#Person1#: That could be arranged. Er ... it's three now, how about a cup of coffee?
#Person2#: I'd love to. | #Person1# gives #Person2# some suggestions about painting a sky because #Person1#'s father is an artist. |
train_11772 | #Person1#: Look!This picture of Mom in her cap and gown.
#Person2#: Isn't it lovely!That's when she got her Master's Degree from Miami University.
#Person1#: Yes, we are very proud of her.
#Person2#: Oh, that's a nice one of all of you together. Do you have the negative? May I have a copy?
#Person1#: Surely, I'll have one made for you. You want a print?
#Person2#: No. I'd like a slide, I have a new projector.
#Person1#: I'd like to see that myself.
#Person2#: Have a wallet size print made for me, too.
#Person1#: Certainly. | #Person1# and #Person2# find a picture of mom in cap and gown. #Person2# asks #Person1# for a negative copy and a wallet-size print. |
train_11773 | #Person1#: How do you get paid? If you don't mind my asking.
#Person2#: Not cash. But if our launch goes well, my stock options will pay off, big time.
#Person1#: And in the meantime, how do you pay the rent?
#Person2#: I don't have to worry about rent. I live right here.
#Person1#: What? In your cubicle?
#Person2#: Right here. Me and my PC. Home sweet home. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# gets paid not in cash and #Person2# also doesn't worry about rent. |
train_11774 | #Person1#: Wow! What's the hold up?
#Person2#: It's probably just people trying to get an early start out of the city for the weekend. Nobody sticks around in the summer.
#Person1#: Really? Then, I guess I won't have a hard time finding a room or getting a cab?
#Person2#: Actually, you might because there's a big convention in town this weekend.
#Person1#: I'm not too worried about it. I always seem to find something. | #Person2# tells #Person1# it's probably people getting out of the city that causes the holdup. #Person2# thinks it might be hard to find rooms or get cabs because of the big convention. |
train_11775 | #Person1#: Pardon me. I need an old music box.
#Person2#: Exactly how old a box do you want?
#Person1#: Actually, I was thinking about something from the 1920s.
#Person2#: We still have six left.
#Person1#: Do any of the boxes have dancing figures?
#Person2#: Dancing figures are quite popular. Two of the boxes have them.
#Person1#: I love the dancing figures. I'll take this music box.
#Person2#: Yes, I think you'll be very satisfied with that one.
#Person1#: I was wondering, does this come with any kind of warranty?
#Person2#: No. But if something goes wrong with it, I know someone who repairs these things.
#Person1#: I was just hoping.
#Person2#: It's amazing that these things still work as well as they do. | #Person1# buys an old music box from the 1920s with dancing figures with #Person2#'s help. |
train_11776 | #Person1#: Hi, Jack, we are having a party tonight, wanna coming enjoy us? You can bring your girlfriend, Tina.
#Person2#: I don't have a girlfriend. I'm single.
#Person1#: Oh, that's right. Well, there are going to be many beautiful girls at the party tonight, anyway.
#Person2#: No, I like being single. I never thought lonely, I'm focus on my career. Maybe I'll start to look for my girl when I achieve success.
#Person1#: Why is that?
#Person2#: Because I'm living a real world, a man enriched have a good career and make a lot of money. Franklin speaking the girls I've met wouldn't married a man wouldn't make enough money.
#Person1#: I agree, a man needs good career. But that doesn't mean he should have a little fun, too. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to join a party to know girls, but #Person2# likes being single because #Person2# wants to have a good career first. |
train_11777 | #Person1#: What's the date today Mr. Brown? I don't have a calendar.
#Person2#: Today is Tuesday, 25th September, 2001.
#Person1#: 25th Sep? Oh, I have an appointment tonight.
#Person2#: What time is your appointment?
#Person1#: It is at 8 o'clock .
#Person2#: What time is now? Do you have the correct time?
#Person1#: I don't know what time it is.
#Person2#: It must be about 6 o'clock.
#Person1#: I have to go now. I don't want to be late.
#Person2#: You won't be late. It's still early. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about today's date and #Person1# realizes there is an appointment at 8 o'clock tonight. |
train_11778 | #Person1#: Good morning, Mr. Jones!
#Person2#: Good morning, Miss Bell!
#Person1#: Nice to see you again.
#Person2#: Nice to see you too. It's been a long time.
#Person1#: How is everything?
#Person2#: Just fine, and you?
#Person1#: Quite well, thank you.
#Person2#: Did you drive yourself to the airport?
#Person1#: No, I was driven by my husband.
#Person2#: Did someone meet you at the airport here?
#Person1#: Yes, thanks.
#Person2#: Is this where we'll be holding the meeting?
#Person1#: No, the meeting will be held on the fourth floor. | #Person1# and #Person2# greet each other and they will have a meeting on the fourth floor. |
train_11779 | #Person1#: which countries have you been to?
#Person2#: I've been to most of the countries in Europe, several countries in asia, china, Japan, korea, and Thailand, and to the united states and Canada.
#Person1#: I thought you had been to Australia too.
#Person2#: no, but I'm planning on visiting Australia and New Zealand soon. I've heard that they are beautiful countries. Which is the most beautiful country you've been to?
#Person1#: I think I'd say Norway. It has many pictures as fjords, waterfalls, and mountains.
#Person2#: isn't it really cold there?
#Person1#: well, the north of Norway is almost always cold, but further south it can be fairly warm in summer. It's a wet country, so there's snow almost everywhere in winter.
#Person2#: I've been to other Scandinavian countries, but not to Norway. Perhaps I should go and do some winter sports there. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# has been to many countries except Australia and plans to visit Australia and New Zealand. #Person1# thinks Norway is the most beautiful country and #Person2# hopes to go there. |
train_11780 | #Person1#: So, is L. A. all it's cracked up to be?
#Person2#: Well, the stereotype in the movies is that L. A. is a frivolous town with a lot of flaky people. I guess, in the back of my mind, that's what I expected.
#Person1#: And, is it what you found?
#Person2#: Well, it is and it's not. The city of L. A. is much bigger and more diverse than I had expected. There are people here from all over the country and all over world, like New York. I've heard people say that in L. A. , everyone is from somewhere else. Tha's partly true. So, I've met all kinds of people here. What I'm realizing is that the picture of L. A. that's in movies only represents a small segment of the city.
#Person1#: You're right. Life isn't always like the movies. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that movies only represent a small segment of L.A. as it is a big and diverse city. |
train_11781 | #Person1#: My guest today is Tim Jones, who organizes an international summer course for young musicians. Tim, tell us all about it.
#Person2#: Well, I'm lucky to have such a great job. Basically, young musicians come from all over the world and learn to play together to have a concert tour. By the end of the eight week course, they're really good. And hearing them play is what gives me most pleasure. Unfortunately, I don't get to know them all that well, as organizing every single small thing of the course keeps me busy.
#Person1#: So how do you find the young musicians?
#Person2#: We advertise online. Anyone between the ages of 16 and 20 can complete the application form and email it to us. We're not looking for perfect performance or the good looking stars of tomorrow. But the course is in English, so a basic level of spoken language is necessary.
#Person1#: Where is the course held?
#Person2#: Mostly in a university during the summer holidays. They have halls for practicing and plenty of bedrooms and dining rooms, which is a low cost for us. And of course, convenient transport is a must. So somewhere in the quiet countryside is no good, even though it is more spacious there. | #Person1# interviews #Person2# as an organizer of an international summer course for young musicians. #Person2# tells #Person1# that musicians learn to have a concert tour, the course finds musicians online and it is held mostly in a university. |
train_11782 | #Person1#: So what do you like to do in your spare time, Lydia?
#Person2#: I'm really into classical music. What about you?
#Person1#: What I like to do is just about anything outdoors, like going hiking or going fishing. Do you enjoy camping?
#Person2#: Just so so. Do you have any photos of any of your camping trips?
#Person1#: Sure, would you like to see them?
#Person2#: That would be great. So you must be pretty interested in photography.
#Person1#: It's one of my hobbies. Do you know much about photography?
#Person2#: Actually, I do. I took quite a few photography classes at university.
#Person1#: Have you heard about the photography exhibit that's going on at the art gallery this weekend?
#Person2#: Yes, I was planning on going.
#Person1#: Great, me too. | #Person2# likes to listen to classical music in #Person2#'s spare time, while #Person1# likes doing outdoor activities and knows a little about photography. |
train_11783 | #Person1#: How about doing some exciting activities this weekend? There's a museum outside the village.
#Person2#: The kids will get bored and start fighting again like they did in that museum we visited last time.
#Person1#: So what else can we do with them? It's too cold for swimming.
#Person2#: How about trying the indoor pool in that sport center? We can have a coffee there too!
#Person1#: Sounds interesting. | #Person1# suggests visiting a museum on weekend but #Person2# thinks kids will get bored. Then #Person2# proposes to swim. |
train_11784 | #Person1#: Hello, could I speak to Selina, please?
#Person2#: Speaking. Is that you, Tom? What's wrong with your voice? I hardly recognize your voice.
#Person1#: I practice singing last night. I guess I practiced too hard. You know, it lasted from 7:00 to 9:00 last night.
#Person2#: You must have hurt your voice. So what can I do for you?
#Person1#: Well, Bob and his girlfriend have returned from China. Jenny and I invited them to come over and have dinner with us tonight. I've just opened the box of glasses and there is one missing. Then I remembered my son broke one about 2 months ago. I remember we bought the glasses together and you bought the same set of glasses. So can I borrow a glass from you?
#Person2#: Sure. When do you need them?
#Person1#: Dinner begins at 6 o'clock, but Bob and his girlfriend will come over by 5:30. I need the glass before they get here.
#Person2#: I see. I'll leave for the supermarket in about half an hour. I'll take the glass to your place. I guess you'll receive it by 5 o'clock.
#Person1#: That'd be great. Thank you, Selina.
#Person2#: You are quite welcome. | #Person1# calls #Person2# to borrow a glass for a dinner party because #Person1#'s son broke one two months ago. |
train_11785 | #Person1#: Eddie you've got to come over and see my parrot, he's learning so many words now.
#Person2#: Really? Last time I saw him, all he could say was something that sounded like, hello.
#Person1#: Well, now, he can sing a song, too.
#Person2#: Which song did you teach him?
#Person1#: Calorie. Actually I didn't teach Goby the words, I was dancing to the song on the radio and he just picked it up.
#Person2#: That's a pretty smart bird. I'll come over after school today. Let's take a video of him and put it online. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to see #Person1#'s parrot because the parrot learned a song that #Person1# danced to. |
train_11786 | #Person1#: Oh, Steven, have you heard the news?
#Person2#: You mean the floods? Yes, I'm just reading the paper. It is reported that there was a heavy rain in some places in the south.
#Person1#: I got the news on the radio while driving to the office just now. The news says it was raining hard for several days and the streets in many cities were covered with deep water.
#Person2#: What's horrible is that the rain water flooded into many houses, many families could not run away in time and had to wait for people to help them from danger.
#Person1#: The broadcast says soldiers arrived in time, set them free and helped settle them down in safe places, and many volunteers also took part in it.
#Person2#: If we were there, we would be volunteers, too. Do you think so?
#Person1#: Yes, how about donating some money?
#Person2#: That's a good idea, but where can we donate money?
#Person1#: Just find the answer through the Internet.
#Person2#: Yes, let's do it now. | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss the floods caused by heavy rain and soldiers help many families from danger and settle them down. #Person1# and #Person2# also want to offer help by donating money. |
train_11787 | #Person1#: How may I help you?
#Person2#: Hi, I would like to rent a car.
#Person1#: Sure, did you make a reservation?
#Person2#: No, I decided to rent one when I got off the plane just now, is that OK?
#Person1#: Of course. I was just checking, so how many days do you need the car for?
#Person2#: Can I just do 4 days for now and make the rent longer through a phone call later?
#Person1#: In that case, I suggest you go for 7 days, which will give you a 20% discount and if you choose to return the car after 5 days, you can get the rest of your money back.
#Person2#: OK, I will do that. Can I return the car at the train station?
#Person1#: Yes, you can. | #Person2# rents a car for 7 days with #Person1#'s suggestions. |
train_11788 | #Person1#: Larry, it's great to see you. How are you?
#Person2#: I'm great. I just came back from vacation with Martha's family.
#Person1#: Where did you go?
#Person2#: Well, her parents were celebrating their thirtieth wedding anniversary. So they paid for all of us to go to Spain.
#Person1#: That's awesome. How many People went?
#Person2#: There were 12 adults, and 6 kids.
#Person1#: Wow, if you put more than 4 members of my family together, it would be a disaster.
#Person2#: Mine, too. But my wife's family is wealthy enough to make sure everyone gets a lot of space. They rented a farm. And Martha and I had our own cottage. So we played with the kids during the day. But it was easy to get privacy when we wanted it. That's very necessary on family trips.
#Person1#: I agree. So what did you do on this farm?
#Person2#: We cooked and ate together. We went swimming and we played games. But we also took day trips in the car.
#Person1#: I would be scared to drive around a foreign country.
#Person2#: It wasn't so bad. We were only about 45 minutes from Sevilla and an hour from Cordoba. We went to Madrid, too. But that was 4 hours away.
#Person1#: Did anyone have problems driving?
#Person2#: No, everything went surprisingly well and we were able to just have a good time. Now that I'm back home, I just feel really grateful for that. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s family trip to Spain. #Person2#'s family rented a farm where they cooked and ate, went swimming, and played games, also they took day trips in the car to Madrid. |
train_11789 | #Person1#: Is the factory fully-automated?
#Person2#: Not completely. Our production process is partially-automated. We use robots on the production line for routine assembly jobs but some of the work is still done manually.
#Person1#: What about supply of parts to the production line?
#Person2#: Well, the parts are automatically selected from the store room using a bar-code system. And there is an automatic feeder which takes them to the conveyor belt at the start of the production line.
#Person1#: What about the smaller components?
#Person2#: They're transported to the workstations on automated vehicles - robot trucks - which run on guide rails around the factory. | #Person2# introduces their partially-automated production process and talks about the supply of the production line and the smaller components. |
train_11790 | #Person1#: Can I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to look at some suits.
#Person1#: Oh, this way please. What size do you wear?
#Person2#: Size 41. I want something in dark flannel.
#Person1#: How about this one?
#Person2#: It feels all right. But if it were a darker color, I'd like it better. This seems too light for winter. Do you think you could get me one?
#Person1#: All right. I'll show you something darker. Do you like this one?
#Person2#: It looks good. But can I try it on?
#Person1#: Of course. Let me help you.
#Person2#: Thanks. It's comfortable. Well, how much is it, please?
#Person1#: $ 280.
#Person2#: Ok. I'll take it. Here's the money. | #Person2# is looking at some suits in dark flannel. #Person1# recommends some suits and #Person2# buys the one in a darker color. |
train_11791 | #Person1#: Could you do me a favor and proofread my resume before I send it out to the human resources department?
#Person2#: Sure, let me take a look... Personal Information, Education, Experience, Training... I think you should add another section for language. You speak three languages, so you might as well put that on your resume.
#Person1#: But languages don't have anything to do with engineering. Shouldn't everything I put on my resume have something to do with my field?
#Person2#: Not necessarily. I think people would be impressed by your language abilities. It says something about your level of intellect and experience. Also, I think human resources directors want to see more of a well-rounded person in a resume.
#Person1#: It's just a piece of paper, you think that they can tell if I am a well-rounded person by looking at it?
#Person2#: Well, you're right, the resume is limited in how much it can tell someone about a person. That's why job interviews are important to let people know the real you that they can't see from a piece of paper. But resumes can be helpful in explaining things and giving a good impression to a potential employer. | #Person2# helps #Person1# to proofread #Person1#'s resume and suggests #Person1# add another section for language. #Person1# thinks it is unnecessary because languages are irrelevant to engineering. #Person2# tries to convince #Person1#. |
train_11792 | #Person1#: I have puzzled my brain about how to teach the children.
#Person2#: What is your problem?
#Person1#: My children can never be obedient even if I criticized them severely.
#Person2#: You need not always do that. Why don ' t you pat them on the back occasionally? | #Person2# advises #Person1# about teaching children. |
train_11793 | #Person1#: How do you think they could be ended?
#Person2#: I don't think that there is any easy way. The United Nations could send peacekeepers into the country. At least then the warring parties could be forced to negotiate.
#Person1#: So, if the cause is poverty, there should be a program to make the country richer. If the problem is resources, share them.
#Person2#: It sounds easy when you say it like that. In reality, it's harder to make peace between countries.
#Person1#: Yes, it is. One way to stop countries fighting is to cut off their financial support. Wars are very expensive. | #Person2# thinks it is hard to end the war. #Person1# thinks cutting off the financial support is a good way. |
train_11794 | #Person1#: Excuse me, I'm a little lost. Which bus do I take to get to Shi Da?
#Person2#: Let's see. From here, you have to take the 278 bus.
#Person1#: Oh OK, where do I get off?
#Person2#: You should get off at the first Shi Da stop.
#Person1#: Ok, thanks. . .
#Person2#: You're new at this, huh?
#Person1#: No, is it difficult?
#Person2#: No, it's quite simple. When you get on, just ask the bus driver when to pay the fare and where you want to get off.
#Person1#: How much does it cost?
#Person2#: Only 15 NT per section. Oh look, that is your bus.
#Person1#: Wow, I can't thank you enough.
#Person2#: Don't mention it. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to take the 278 bus to Shi Da. Then #Person1# asks about the fees. |
train_11795 | #Person1#: Hi, Monica, how is everything going?
#Person2#: Everything goes well, but I am thinking about quitting my current job.
#Person1#: Why? You're not satisfied anymore?
#Person2#: I just sense. But I cannot grow anymore. My boss is not really supporting me. I am interested in some positions in other JV companies, but I need to do some more in-step research before I send my application letters out.
#Person1#: That is important. Doing research on a company you are interested in will definitely help your application.
#Person2#: Certainly, it is very nice talking with you. But I really have to go now. Catch you later.
#Person1#: Ok, good luck to you. | Monica is thinking about quitting her job because she cannot grow anymore, but she needs to research other companies first. |
train_11796 | #Person1#: Are you ready to order now, sir?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Would you like an appetizer?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like a crab cocktail.
#Person1#: Would you like some soup first?
#Person2#: Very well.
#Person1#: What kind of soup would you like?
#Person2#: I want egg soup.
#Person1#: Have you decided on anything?
#Person2#: I'd like to have some meat.
#Person1#: How about stewed-fried steamed pork?
#Person2#: No, thank you.
#Person1#: Are you interested in today's special?
#Person2#: What is it?
#Person1#: Twice cooked spicy pork slices.
#Person2#: OK. Let me try it.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: No, thank you | #Person1# helps #Person2# orders a crab cocktail as an appetizer, egg soup and today's special. |
train_11797 | #Person1#: Shall we have some soup first?
#Person2#: No, thank you. I don't like soup. I'd rather have some fruit juice to start with.
#Person1#: Ok, and what about the main course? Which would you rather have fish or meat?
#Person2#: Meat, I think.
#Person1#: Don't you like fish then?
#Person2#: I do, but I want meat.
#Person1#: Shall we have some white wine then?
#Person2#: Yes, but I prefer red wine with meat.
#Person1#: What would you like for dessert?
#Person2#: I just want to have a coffee, I think. | #Person2# prefers to have some juice to start with instead of soup. #Person2# orders red wine with meat. |
train_11798 | #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 40 C.
#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# that it's hot in her hometown and she likes Seattle in spring and fall and Boston in summer. |
train_11799 | #Person1#: Hello, Mr. Kowalski?
#Person2#: I'm here, hello.
#Person1#: Which city are you staying in right now? And the name of your hotel?
#Person2#: I'm in Beijing, at the Weston Hotel.
#Person1#: Do you have your passport with you? Or do you by any chance know the number?
#Person2#: I don't have it to hand, but I know the number. It's 16211469 9. Can you do anything, like stop the card for example?
#Person1#: Let me repeat that back to you, 16211469 9. That's just what I've done, Mr. Kowalski, I've stopped your card temporarily.
#Person2#: But, what do I do if I need cash?
#Person1#: You can go to any branch of IBA and request the Emergency Assistance Service. Everything will be taken care of, there's no need to worry.
#Person2#: Thank you so much. I'll find the nearest branch and come in tomorrow. Thanks again for all of your help. | Mr. Kowalski tells #Person1# that he is in Beijing and tells his passport number. #Person1# helps him stop his card and informs him how to get cash. |
train_11800 | #Person1#: Mark! I was wondering if you finished that presentation you were working on last week?
#Person2#: Just about. It should be done in the next couple of days. Why?
#Person1#: Mr. Rodriguez was asking me about it yesterday.
#Person2#: I'll give him a call. | #Person1# asks Mark about his presentation because Mr. Rodriguez called. |
train_11801 | #Person1#: We like your product, and are interested in placing an order with you as soon as possible.
#Person2#: Well, we can proceed with the order until after the Christmas holidays. Our factories will be closed for another week.
#Person1#: That's all right. We will send you a purchase order in one week. I hope you will be able to take care of it.
#Person2#: No problem. Once we get your purchase order, we will begin the execution of the order right away.
#Person1#: Thanks. We need the products in less than one month, because we have a big deal with another company. By the way, will payment against delivery be OK?
#Person2#: That will be fine. And I can promise you that you'll get the goods about two weeks after we get your purchase order. | #Person1# will send #Person2# a purchase order and #Person2# will begin the execution immediately and will finish in two weeks after receiving it. |
train_11802 | #Person1#: Hello, May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, we're interested in seeing the rooms for rent.
#Person1#: Oh, how nice! there are bright rooms and the house is very quiet.
#Person2#: That is exactly what we're looking for.
#Person1#: Well, each room is 40 dollars a week.
#Person2#: That sounds all right to us.
#Person1#: When do you want to move in?
#Person2#: How about tomorrow afternoon?
#Person1#: Fine, I'll be expecting you.
#Person2#: See you tomorrow. | #Person1# recommends one room to rent for #Person2# will move in soon. |
train_11803 | #Person1#: Room Reservations. May I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to cancel a reservation.
#Person1#: In whose name was the reservation made?
#Person2#: Jim White.
#Person1#: What was the date of the reservation?
#Person2#: From November 21st for 4 nights.
#Person1#: Excuse me, but is the reservation for yourself or for another party?
#Person2#: It's for myself.
#Person1#: May I have your name and phone number, please?
#Person2#: Yes, it's Zheg In and my number is 3811658.
#Person1#: Thank you, sir. I will cancel Mr. White's reservation from November 21st for 4 nights. We look forward to another chance to serve you. | Zheg In calls #Person1# to cancel Mr. White's reservation. |
train_11804 | #Person1#: Have you packed our passports?
#Person2#: Not yet. Do we need to take it with us?
#Person1#: Of course. Otherwise I cannot go abroad.
#Person2#: Is that hard to get a passport?
#Person1#: Not at all. But we do need to keep it with us all the time.
#Person2#: It is hard to believe this little thing is so valuable to us. | #Person1# tells #Person2# they should always take passports and #Person2#'s surprised. |
train_11805 | #Person1#: Are you going somewhere?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm off to the department store. I must buy some furniture for my new flat.
#Person1#: Really? Well you'll have to get there before 6pm because they close early today.
#Person2#: Ok. Thanks for that information.
#Person1#: Yeah and remember if you buy something you mustn't carry it home otherwise your back will get worse.
#Person2#: Ok, do they have a delivery service?
#Person1#: Yes, but it's not free, you have to pay.
#Person2#: Ok, I'll see you later. | #Person2# is going to the department store for some furniture. #Person1# tells #Person2# its closing time and the delivery service. |
train_11806 | #Person1#: Well, what about this two-bedroom apartment? The listing says it's right in the heart of the city, just steps from the metro.
#Person2#: Wow, that would be very convenient. How much is the rent?
#Person1#: It says it's $ 1600. But if you share it with another person, that's only $ 800 per month.
#Person2#: That definitely sounds like a steal. I think that is a very trendy neighborhood as well.
#Person1#: That's true. I know that there are lots of popular restaurants and coffee shops around there. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the location, rent, and the surroundings of the two-bedroom apartment. |
train_11807 | #Person1#: can I see these silk ties?
#Person2#: No problem.
#Person1#: I'll take this one.
#Person2#: Good. Anything else? The tie pins? The cuff links?
#Person1#: No, thank you. I want to have a look at that scarf.
#Person2#: Ok. We have several kinds of scarves here. Let me get them for you. Just wait a minute.
#Person1#: Oh. I like this one. I have been looking for this color and design. Please wrap it for me, and I'll take it. | #Person2# recommends the scarves and #Person1# will take a silk tie and a scarf. |
train_11808 | #Person1#: Doctor, is it easy to see death?
#Person2#: Well, it seems it's not so easy for me to tell you about death.
#Person1#: Tell me the fact, please. I'm not afraid.
#Person2#: OK. I guess you're on the way to see death.
#Person1#: I believe you're right. But I want to have a long life. Help me, please.
#Person2#: OK. Listen. It looks as if you have too much money.
#Person1#: Oh?
#Person2#: It seems that the more money you have, the worse your health is. You must have worried too much about the safety of your money.
#Person1#: Yes, that's quite true.
#Person2#: Why not give some money to poor people?
#Person1#: No way!Money is my life. | The doctor tells #Person1# that #Person1# worries too much about the safety of #Person1#'s money and advises #Person1# to donate it. #Person1# refuses. |
train_11809 | #Person1#: So, Jane, tell me about your family. Who do you get on best with in your family?
#Person2#: Well, I think I get along best with my mother.
#Person1#: So, why is that?
#Person2#: Well, I think it probably has to do with the fact that we're both female. I mean the only other people in my family are my father and my brother.
#Person1#: So, what does your mom look like?
#Person2#: Well, she's actually taller than me. She has dark hair and a pretty firm build. Um. she's not too thin and not too fat.
#Person1#: And what does your mom do? Does she have a job?
#Person2#: Oh,it's a good question. She's actually a hairdresser. Yeah, so she does my hair.
#Person1#: Oh,that's fantastic. So what does your mom like to do when she doesn't work?
#Person2#: Well, she used to take sewing lessons, so she really likes to sew things like her own curtains and she even made me some clothes a few times.
#Person1#: Wow, so she's talented.
#Person2#: Yeah, she's quite artistic. | Jane tells #Person1# that she gets along best with her mother because they are both females. Jane describes her mom's appearance, her job as a hairdresser, and she likes sewing. |
train_11810 | #Person1#: I'd like to see you off, Jane, but I can't get to the airport until five o'clock.
#Person2#: I'm afraid I'll have left by then. My plane takes off at 4:30.
#Person1#: What a pity! You're going straight to Washington, aren't you?
#Person2#: No, I'm staying with my sister in New York. She isn't there at the moment but she'll have arrived by Monday morning. I'll spend a couple of weeks with her and then go to Washington. Classes will already have started by then.
#Person1#: Well, I wish you luck. | #Person1# tells Jane that #Person1# can't see her off and asks about Jane's travel plan. |
train_11811 | #Person1#: I'm so glad the weekend is finally here. Where are you going?
#Person2#: Me? I'm thinking of going fishing in the river nearby. How about you?
#Person1#: I'm going to go camping in the mountain. I want to go jogging while I am there
#Person2#: That sounds exciting. | #Person2# plans to go fishing and #Person1# will go camping at the weekend. |
train_11812 | #Person1#: Hello, Mary. It's John. I've got something to tell you about the delivery of computers
#Person2#: Oh, yeah. How's it coming along?
#Person1#: Well, we have problems with the ABC Computer Company.
#Person2#: Really? What kind of problems?
#Person1#: They haven't delivered the order on time.
#Person2#: Oh, no. Why not?
#Person1#: I don't know. Would you call them?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. What's the order number?
#Person1#: It's CPU3861. Mr. Peterson is the contact man.
#Person2#: All right. I'll call you back later in the afternoon. | John calls Mary for delivery problems with the ABC Computer Company. Mary asks for the order number and will call him back. |
train_11813 | #Person1#: Helen, can you tell us a little bit about where you have worked before?
#Person2#: Well, my last job was with Format.
#Person1#: And when did you start to work there?
#Person2#: Two years ago.
#Person1#: So why did you decide to leave?
#Person2#: Well, perhaps you've heard that the company closed down earlier this year.
#Person1#: Yes, we've heard about it. And where did you work before Format?
#Person2#: Ideal Systems.
#Person1#: How long did you work for them?
#Person2#: For ten years, as a secretary.
#Person1#: And why did you leave that job as a secretary?
#Person2#: Well, I felt I needed a change. I think I learned all I could there.
#Person1#: OK, that's enough on your work experiences. You are listed. | #Person1# asks Helen detailed questions about her work experience with Format and Ideal Systems. |
train_11814 | #Person1#: Excuse me, I'm trying to get to the courthouse and I think I'm going the wrong way. Should I have turned left on Monroe Street?
#Person2#: No, no. You're all right. Just keep going straight on Fourth Avenue until you get to the Post Office, and turn left there. | #Person1# asks #Person2# the way to the courthouse. |
train_11815 | #Person1#: Jack, would you please read this letter I've just written? I'd like to have your opinion.
#Person2#: I'd be glad to tell you what I think.
#Person1#: If you don't think it's any good, please say so. I really want to get this job.
#Person2#: It looks fine to me. But I have one suggestion.
#Person1#: What is it?
#Person2#: If I were you, I'd change the beginning. You should write about your education first.
#Person1#: Good idea, Jack. What do you think about the second part?
#Person2#: Well, I'm afraid it's too short. You should include much more information about your work experience.
#Person1#: You're right. I'll change it. | Jack advises #Person1# to change the beginning and add work experiences in the second part of the letter. |
train_11816 | #Person1#: Hey. How are you doing these days?
#Person2#: Well, I'm okay, but Brandon isn't doing so well.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Well ..... I don't ... I don't know. It's kind of a strange situation. He was dating this girl ... you know Alex? He was dating her and then he ended up breaking up with her because she was using drugs, and ...
#Person1#: Oh, wow. Well, that was a good thing, right?
#Person2#: Well, yeah, that was, but now she's really angry with him, and he's having all kinds of problems with her, like last week, she punched him in the face and in the groin at school. Right in front of everyone.
#Person1#: Oh, man! So, what did he do about it?
#Person2#: Well, um ... she told him that if he said anything to a teacher, to the principal or anyone, she would get her friends to beat him up after school.
#Person1#: Man. This sounds really bad. I mean, you often think of men becoming aggressive toward women, but I guess it can go the other way.
#Person2#: Yeah, yeah. You don't really think of this, but it happens, so um ...
#Person1#: So, what are you going to do about it?
#Person2#: Well, first, Brandon said that, um, he was just going to let it go, but you know, he didn't want to cause any more problems ...
#Person1#: Yeah, I can see that.
#Person2#: Then he decided that if she was doing that to do that to him and get away with it, she'd just do it to the next guy, so he went to the principal and the school police officer and reported everything, and now they're going to press assault charges against her.
#Person1#: So, isn't he worried about what her friends are going to do to him?
#Person2#: Yeah, but he thinks that the other people in her group were just going along with her. [ Yeah. ] You know, I don't know. We'll see. They're probably frightened of what she might do to them. You know, she'll probably get suspended and have to go to court, but I don't know. He's kind of worried about some backlash.
#Person1#: I mean, people have to realize that you can't inflict violence on others, you know, in any type of relationship or friendship.
#Person2#: Yeah, that's right. Anyway, I guess ... I got to go, but I'll keep you updated on what happens.
#Person1#: Alright, thanks. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that Brandon was dating Alex but broke up with her because she used drugs. Alex was angry with Brandon so she punched him and asks Brandon not to tell the teacher. Brandon just wanted to let it go at first but then he went to the principal and the school police officer and reported everything. The school will press assault charges against Alex and Brandon is worried about some backlash. |
train_11817 | #Person1#: It's lucky that we rode our bike here instead of driving.
#Person2#: It's a good job that we got here early. Look at all those cars there. They'll never get in.
#Person1#: You'd better follow me closely. I don't want to lose you.
#Person2#: Don't worry. I'll keep up.
#Person1#: We go in over there. Gate B. Peter said they're pretty good tickets.
#Person2#: Where are they?
#Person1#: They're right behind the goal.
#Person2#: Oh,do we have to stand up all the time?
#Person1#: That's right.
#Person2#: I hope we can see the match clearly.
#Person1#: That's why we've come early. The earlier, the better. | #Person1# feels lucky that they rode the bikes instead of driving. They can see the match clearly because they came early. |
train_11818 | #Person1#: Gosh! Have you seen this, Richard?
#Person2#: See what?
#Person1#: In the paper. It says, there is a man going around pretending he's from the electricity board. He's been calling at people's homes, saying he is coming to check that all their appliances are safe. Then he gets around them to make him a cup of tea, and while they are out of the room he steals their money, handbag whatever and makes off with it.
#Person2#: But you know, Jane, it's partly their own fault. You should never let anyone like that in unless you're expecting them.
#Person1#: It's all very well to say that. But someone comes to the door, and says electricity or gas and you automatically think they are OK, especially if they flash a card to you
#Person2#: Does this man have an ID then?
#Person1#: Yes, that's just it. It seems he used to work for the electricity board at one time. According to the paper the police are warning people especially pensioners not to admit anyone unless they have an appointment. It's a bit sad. One old lady told them she'd just been to the post, office to draw her pension when he called. She said he must have followed her home. He stole the whole lot.
#Person2#: But what does he look like? Surely they must have a description.
#Person1#: Oh, yes they have. Let's see, in his thirties, tall, bushy dark hair, slight northern accent, sounds a bit like you actually. | Jane tells Richard that a man steals people's money by pretending he's from the electricity board. Jane also tells that the man used to work for the electricity board and they have a description according to the newspaper. |
train_11819 | #Person1#: Hi, Mike. Are you going to the barbecue tonight?
#Person2#: Maybe.
#Person1#: Why maybe? Are you sure?
#Person2#: I don't know. All those people, I won't know anyone.
#Person1#: But that's the idea. You go to these things to meet new people.
#Person2#: But I don't think barbecue is the best way.
#Person1#: Why not?
#Person2#: Because it's just hard to meet friends.
#Person1#: Well, I love meeting people in a big group because there are more possibilities.
#Person2#: But don't you think it's hard to get to know people? Besides, it's noisy. You can't always have a great conversation.
#Person1#: Then how do you like to meet people?
#Person2#: I think small groups are the best way to meet people. I meet the most interesting people in class. I see how they think and talk every day. If I like someone, then we might get together later on.
#Person1#: You're such a serious guy. I met my best friend in the sports club. We came to know we had a lot in common. If you ask me, big parties are the best way to meet people.
#Person2#: Well, maybe. Mmm, I should try my chances of the barbecue. I'll see you tonight, Mary. | Mike is not sure whether he will go to the barbecue because he thinks it's hard to meet friends. Mike thinks small groups are the best way to meet people, while Mary believes big parties are. Mike'll go. |
train_11820 | #Person1#: What's the best way to downtown?
#Person2#: If you're in a hurry, you should take a taxi. But it's kind of expensive.
#Person1#: I'm in no particular hurry.
#Person2#: Well, in that case, take an airport bus then. It will cost you only about $5.
#Person1#: That cannot be a better idea. | #Person2# advises #Person1# to take an airport bus to downtown. |
train_11821 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, here is the dress you want to be made.
#Person2#: But I don't think it's what I asked for.
#Person1#: What's wrong with it, the color, the style or the size?
#Person2#: No, it's not the fight material. I can't possibly accept it.
#Person1#: That is a pity. | #Person2# won't accept the dress because it's not the fight material. |
train_11822 | #Person1#: Hello, Patrick, is that you?
#Person2#: Yeah Jane, what can I do for you?
#Person1#: I was calling about the apple tree that you were trimming yesterday.
#Person2#: That was hard work!
#Person1#: I'm sure it was. It sure looked difficult.
#Person2#: Yeah, I'm glad it's finished. Hauling the branches to the front for garbage pick up was no fun either.
#Person1#: Well, I don't think you're quite finished yet, some of the larger branches fell over into my yard, and I think you should come and get them.
#Person2#: Listen Jane, I don't see why I should do that. You eat all the apples that fall in your yard and you've never complained about that before.
#Person1#: Well, it's easier to pick up apples then to drag tree branches all the way to the curb. My kids pick up the apples, and the branches are just too big for them to drag.
#Person2#: Well, I guess you'll just have to do it yourself Jane.
#Person1#: Patrick, I wish you would reconsider. We've always gotten along fairly well, but I think you're out of line here. The branches are your responsibility.
#Person2#: Sorry Jane, I disagree! You take the benefits of the apple tree, but refuse to deal with the bad side of it! Besides, it won't take you any time to get the branches out front!
#Person1#: Get the branches off my property or I'll have to sue you.
#Person2#: Yeah? For what?! You're taking those law classes too seriously! I've gotta go, I have to pick up my son.
#Person1#: You'll be hearing from me.
#Person2#: Yeah, yeah. See you in court Jane. | Jane tells Patric some of the branches of the apple tree fell over into her yard and asks him to get them. Patric refuses because he thinks it's not his responsibility. Patric thinks Jane takes the benefits of the apple tree but refuses to deal with the branches. Jane will sue Patric. |
train_11823 | #Person1#: Excuse me, may I sit here?
#Person2#: Yes, please.
#Person1#: Thanks.
#Person2#: Where are you going?
#Person1#: I'm going to Washington D.C. And you?
#Person2#: To New York. Is this your first trip here?
#Person1#: Yes, I am a student from China. Would you please tell me something about Washington D.C.?
#Person2#: With pleasure. Washington D.C. is the capital of America and it has many interesting places.
#Person1#: But I am afraid I won't have enough time to see all those interesting places.
#Person2#: It doesn't matter. You can take the tour mobile. It will take you to most tour sites in Washington D.C.
#Person1#: That's great. Thank you for your information. | #Person1# is going to Washington D.C.. #Person2# recommends a tour mobile that can take #Person1# to the most tourist sites. |
train_11824 | #Person1#: I like this apartment. Do you think we can afford it?
#Person2#: Yes, I think so. It's not a very expensive apartment. It's in the right area, and it has everything that we are looking for. The rooms are quite large, too.
#Person1#: I love the balcony. We can sit outside and enjoy the sun in summer. We are on the 12th floor now, so there's a very nice view from the balcony.
#Person2#: The neighborhood is nice, too. There is a park nearby.
#Person1#: Yes, and there are many houses nearby. I like it that the neighborhood isn't full of apartment blocks. | #Person1# and #Person2# are seeing an apartment and they like its rooms, balcony, and neighborhood. |
train_11825 | #Person1#: What are you doing this evening?
#Person2#: Well, I've got a lot of work to do. I ought to stay at home and study, really.
#Person1#: Oh, come on. It's Saturday.
#Person2#: Well, how about going to the cinema, then?
#Person1#: There is nothing on that I want to see.
#Person2#: Oh, all right. Well, we could rent a video and watch that.
#Person1#: Neither of us has a video player.
#Person2#: No. But Tony's got a new DVD player. How about renting a movie to watch with him at his place?
#Person1#: Oh, that's a great idea. | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss their evening plan and decide on renting a movie to watch with Tony at Tony's place. |
train_11826 | #Person1#: Do you have a good English-Chinese dictionary?
#Person2#: Sure. How about this one?
#Person1#: Is this the latest edition?
#Person2#: Yes. We have both the paperback and the hardcover.
#Person1#: What's the difference?
#Person2#: The hardcover is more expensive.
#Person1#: Oh! I see. I'll have the paperback, please, | #Person2# helps #Person1# buy a English-Chinese dictionary. |
train_11827 | #Person1#: I need to find a new furniture set for my living room.
#Person2#: Where are you going to find one?
#Person1#: I have no idea.
#Person2#: Do you want to know where I bought mine?
#Person1#: Where'd you get it from?
#Person2#: I got it from IKEA.
#Person1#: How much did it cost you?
#Person2#: It cost me a couple thousand for the whole set.
#Person1#: Is the furniture sturdy?
#Person2#: The furniture is built extremely well.
#Person1#: I don't mind paying a lot as long as the quality is good.
#Person2#: Well, trust me. The quality is fantastic. | #Person1# wants to buy a new furniture set. #Person2# tells about #Person2#'s furniture bought in IKEA and its price. |
train_11828 | #Person1#: can I see your passport, please?
#Person2#: is this line for non-residents?
#Person1#: yes it is. Residents can quene up in the lines to my right.
#Person2#: Ok. Here's my passport.
#Person1#: what's the expiration date on your passport?
#Person2#: I think it's soon, maybe in a few months. It was renewed in Beijing, so the new expiry date is on the last page.
#Person1#: I see. Yes, you'll need to renew your passport in a few months. Make sure you don't let it expire while you are in the UK.
#Person2#: I won't.
#Person1#: do you have anything to declare?
#Person2#: no, I don't have anything to declare.
#Person1#: how long will you be staying in the UK?
#Person2#: I'll be here for about a year.
#Person1#: what is the purpose of your stay?
#Person2#: I'll be studying. I'm doing an MBA at Nottingham University.
#Person1#: where will you be staying?
#Person2#: I have a housing contract with the university. I'll be in a dorm room on campus.
#Person1#: how do you plan on paying for your living costs and tuition fees while you are here?
#Person2#: my father has already paid for that in advance. Here are the receipts.
#Person1#: ok. Have a good day. Here's your passport and documents back.
#Person2#: thank you very much. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about the expiration date on #Person2#'s passport and #Person2# will stay in the UK for about a year. #Person1# also asks #Person2#'s purpose of the study and living location. #Person2#'s father has paid all fees in advance. |
train_11829 | #Person1#: We don't have much time. We have to be back at work in 20 minutes.
#Person2#: Really? Have you got everything you need?
#Person1#: Yes. What about you? What else do you want?
#Person2#: Razors, soap, a towel. Ah, and a toothbrush.
#Person1#: The razors and soap are over there.
#Person2#: Hmm...$ 2.75 for 10 razors. That's cheap.
#Person1#: Hmm...That's nice. Look! Do you want this soap?
#Person2#: No, I don't. Look at this. $ 3.80 for soap. That's expensive. There, $ 1.20, that's cheap. I'll have this kind. Now, where are the towels?
#Person1#: Here they are.
#Person2#: How much are they?
#Person1#: These are $ 70.95 each and these, $ 9.65.
#Person2#: And this one, this one is $ 5.35.
#Person1#: But it doesn't feel nice. You'd better buy something better than that.
#Person2#: OK, then. I'll take this one, $ 7.95. It's not too expensive and it's of better quality. | #Person1# and #Person2# are buying daily necessities. #Person2# bought
10 razors for $ 2.75 and soap for $ 1.20. #Person1# recommends #Person2# to buy a better towel. |
train_11830 | #Person1#: Hey Mary, you've really been gone a long time. How did you manage to do that?
#Person2#: Hi. Well, I talked with my teachers before I left about the work I would miss, but my aunt in Denver made me study a lot there.
#Person1#: I thought she was your rich aunt.
#Person2#: Not really. But she doesn't have any children, so she does have some money even though she was a teacher.
#Person1#: How was the holiday?
#Person2#: Cool and I saw so many people on the mountain on Washington's Birthday.
#Person1#: The beaches were full on Washington's Birthday here, too. It really was warm here. So lots of people went swimming.
#Person2#: Well, we should have stayed home that day. There were so many people. We took the train over to the mountain. So we didn't have to drive. It was a good thing we did. There were so many cars and buses and no place to park anywhere.
#Person1#: Just like the beaches here. | Mary tells #Person1# her aunt made her study a lot. Mary took the train over the mountain on Washington's Birthday and there are many cars and buses there like the beaches #Person1# mentions. |
train_11831 | #Person1#: I noticed an article in the newspaper about the problem of rapid growth of cities in America. I was wondering,do you Americans carry out of birth control policy? Can Americans have as many children as they want?
#Person2#: Yes, we can have as many as we want. But most people decide to have only one or two. And some people decide not to have any.
#Person1#: Why do they decide not to have any? In the old days, we Chinese always wanted to have as many as possible. Some still do now.
#Person2#: Some people prefer to devote all their energy to their work or to seek their own interests and travel. And others see so many problems in the world that they refused to bring children into such a difficult environment.
#Person1#: It's understandable. | #Person2# tells #Person1# America has no birth control and most people have one or two kids, while some people decide not to have any child. |
train_11832 | #Person1#: They should be a great show. Let's go in.
#Person2#: Sure. Say, did you bring my book?
#Person1#: Oh, I completely forgot it.
#Person2#: You forgot? But you promised. I needed to study for the test. Oh, I knew I never should have lent it to you.
#Person1#: Calm down, Melber. After the show, we can drive by my house and pick it up.
#Person2#: It's pretty far out of the way. But I guess we'll have to.
#Person1#: Don't worry. I'll treat you to an ice cream to make it up to you.
#Person2#: OK. | Say forgets to take Melber's book and suggest they pick it up after the show. |
train_11833 | #Person1#: The film starts at 7:30. So, shall we meet at 6:00 o'clock? We could go for a meal first.
#Person2#: 6:00 o'clock is a bit early for me. I've to finish a report this afternoon. How about 7:15 outside the cinema? We could always go for something to eat after the film. I think it finishes at about 9:30.
#Person1#: Ok, I'll see you later. | #Person1# and #Person2# decide to meet at 7:15 for a movie and eat afterward. |
train_11834 | #Person1#: Mom, it's hot out there. I'm going to take a shower.
#Person2#: Another one? Haven't you already taken 2 today?
#Person1#: Well, I'm sweaty. Why can't you smell me from over there?
#Person2#: You really shouldn't take more than one shower a day though. You're wasting water.
#Person1#: But water is not that expensive.
#Person2#: Water is an important resource and we don't have endless supply of it.
#Person1#: But if I don't shower, I'll smell up the whole house.
#Person2#: Well, at least keep it short. If you cut your shower time by 2 minutes, you can save about 600 liters a month.
#Person1#: That much. When did you become such a water expert?
#Person2#: Since my friend Michael told me about the water shortages that are happening all over the world.
#Person1#: But we've always had lots of water in the city.
#Person2#: We have water now. But more people on the planet means less water to go around. Think about that as you shower. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person1# shouldn't take more than one shower a day because water resource is limited. #Person1# insists and #Person2# advises #Person1# to keep showers short. |
train_11835 | #Person1#: Can you believe the school year is almost here?
#Person2#: I know. Every time I walk by our new school, I get a little anxious.
#Person1#: Why? Everything is going to be so much better.
#Person2#: Really? I heard it is a lot of extra work.
#Person1#: Relax. We'll get used to it. Apparently, there was a huge computer room we can study in. Also they have just finished building a new running track and put in artificial grass.
#Person2#: Cool. We'll have lots of fun on the playground.
#Person1#: You think that's cool? There are 2 gyms and a indoor swimming pool. Anyway, we have to choose 2 arts courses this year. Any thoughts?
#Person2#: At first I thought about dance and music, but I changed my mind. I think I'm going to try acting instead. And since I'm joining the school newspaper, I'll take something related to that.
#Person1#: Good for you. I'm going to improve my drawing and learn how to play the drums.
#Person2#: Hey, maybe if you become a famous musician, I can interview you. | #Person1# tells #Person2# their new school has finished building a new running track and put in artificial grass. Then they discuss two art courses they need to choose. |
train_11836 | #Person1#: I have found that Chinese people really enjoy drinking tea.
#Person2#: Yeah, tea is an important part of Chinese culture.
#Person1#: I know there are many kinds of tea, such as Longjing Tea, Biluochun Tea and Oolong Tea.
#Person2#: Yeah, Qimen Black Tea, Huangshan Maofeng Tea, and Jasmine Tea are also very famous.
#Person1#: How are they different from each other?
#Person2#: They taste different, because they're made differently. Black tea is heavy but green tea is light. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about different kinds of Chinese tea and they have distinguished taste. |
train_11837 | #Person1#: We hope that there will be no repetition of this kind of trouble in the future.
#Person2#: Yes. I promise it will not happen again.
#Person1#: We look forward to your settlement at an early date.
#Person2#: We will inform you as soon as possible. | #Person2# promises #Person1# no repetition of the trouble. |
train_11838 | #Person1#: We are doing Secret Santa at the office again this year.
#Person2#: Whose name did you pick?
#Person1#: I got Jacob. Any ideas what to get him?
#Person2#: Booze!
#Person1#: Yeah, you ' re right. Can ' t go wrong with that. | #Person2# suggests #Person1# give Booze to Jacob. |
train_11839 | #Person1#: Hilton hotel, may I help you?
#Person2#: We would like to book a table for 6 at 7:00 in the evening.
#Person1#: OK, sir. We will arrange one for you.
#Person2#: Can we bring drinks by ourselves?
#Person1#: Sorry, sir. It's not allowed in our hotel.
#Person2#: All right. Thank you. | #Person1# helps #Person2# book a table for 6 at 7 pm. |
train_11840 | #Person1#: Have you worked out the offers. Mr. Thou?
#Person2#: Yes, we have. Here's our CIF quotation sheet. Please have a careful look.
#Person1#: Are the prices on the list firm offers?
#Person2#: Yes. All the quotations on the list are subject to our final confirmation.
#Person1#: I wonder whether there are any changes in your prices.
#Person2#: All these products are our best-selling lines. The prices of our products will change according to that of the international market demand. And we are always open to negotiate, especially on larger orders. What do you have in mind?
#Person1#: How long does your offer remain valid? I need some time to get my supervisors on board with this plan.
#Person2#: I understand. Our offer remains open for 4 days. | Mr. Thou worked out the offers and tells #Person1# some information about it. Also, Mr. Thou says that the offer remains valid for 4 days. |
train_11841 | #Person1#: Good afternoon! Trans Pacific Airline. How can I help you?
#Person2#: I ' m calling to cancel my reservation for Trans Pacific Flight 8 on July 19 from Taipei to Minneapolis. Could you please make it for the same flight on August 2 instead of July 19?
#Person1#: What ' s your name, please?
#Person2#: My name is Judy Wang.
#Person1#: How do you spell your name, please?
#Person2#: My first name is J-U-D-Y, and my last name is W-A-N-G.
#Person1#: Please note that this ticket has a penalty of $ 75 for any change or cancellation.
#Person2#: It ' s OK. Where should I pay for the penalty?
#Person1#: At the airport. OK, Miss. Wang, your Flight 8 on July 19 from Taipei to Minneapolis is canceled. Your new reservation is Trans Pacific Flight 8 from Taipei to Minneapolis at 9 thirty a. m. on August 2.
#Person2#: That ' s 1POJ7403.
#Person1#: That ' s correct.
#Person2#: Thank you!
#Person1#: Is there anything else I can do for you?
#Person2#: No, thanks. I ' m all set. Good-bye. | #Person1# helps Judy Wang change the flight from Taipei to Minneapolis on July 19 to the same flight on August 2. Judy Wang needs to pay $75 for a penalty at the airport. |
train_11842 | #Person1#: I would like to take this opportunity to welcome Monica to our company and introduce her to her department and colleagues. For all of you, we hired Monica because she is a very professional accountant and we are very happy to have her in the finance department. She has lots of working experiences as an accountant and I am sure everybody in the department can benefit from this.
#Person2#: Hello, everybody. I am Monica and this is my first day at work. I am working in the finance department. I am very happy to meet everyone and I am looking forward to working well with all of you. I am very happy to be one of the team and I will do my best to get into the working situation as soon as possible. By the way, call me Monica. Everybody calls me so. | #Person1# introduces Monica, who is hired as an accountant, to the finance department and her colleagues on her first day at work. Monica then introduces herself. |
train_11843 | #Person1#: What can I do for you today?
#Person2#: I would like to use a computer.
#Person1#: Do you have your library card?
#Person2#: I sure do.
#Person1#: There is a wait for the computers.
#Person2#: That ' s all right.
#Person1#: You need to print your name on this list.
#Person2#: Okay. Now what?
#Person1#: Once a computer is available, I will let you know.
#Person2#: How am I supposed to log on to the computer?
#Person1#: All you do is type in the number on the back of your card.
#Person2#: That ' s it? Thank you very much. | #Person2# wants to use a computer in the library. #Person1# tells #Person2# to wait and how to log on to the computer. |
train_11844 | #Person1#: So, how'd everyone do?
#Person2#: Well, there's this clock I was. . .
#Person3#: MY vintage clock! How do you have my clock? ?
#Person2#: Your vintage clock? ! I just paid sixty-five dollars for it.
#Person3#: Sixty-five? What the. . . ?
#Person1#: How did you bargain him down, Wei? You've never even been to a flea market before!
#Person2#: It must be my special touch. I think bargaining is in my blood!
#Person1#: Never underestimate a woman when it comes to bargaining! | Wei tells #Person1# that she bargained about #Person3#'s vintage clock and paid $65. |
train_11845 | #Person1#: Are you free this evening, Li?
#Person2#: I'm afraid I'm busy tonight. I'm having dinner with friends.
#Person1#: What a pity. I wanted to go for a drink with you.
#Person2#: What about tomorrow? Are you doing anything tomorrow?
#Person1#: No, I haven't got any plans.
#Person2#: Shall we go out tomorrow then?
#Person1#: Why not? Sounds good to me. | Li and #Person1# decide to go for a drink tomorrow. |
train_11846 | #Person1#: Could we go over some things, because I think my test score is wrong.
#Person2#: What do you think is wrong, the math or the way your answer was scored?
#Person1#: Both.
#Person2#: I am willing to take a second look because teachers make mistakes, too. Will that work for you?
#Person1#: Yeah, I'm ready.
#Person2#: Check your answers against the ones on the answer sheet and let me know where you see the mistake.
#Person1#: These look strange.
#Person2#: Yes, I agree ; let's move on to the calculating of the score. Would that be OK?
#Person1#: OK, let's do the calculation.
#Person2#: We add all of these up and divide by this and that gives us this percentage.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: Anytime you have a question, please feel free to ask! | #Person1# requests for a second look at #Person1#'s test and #Person2# is willing to. And then they go through it together. |
train_11847 | #Person1#: Hey, Gucci. I didn't know it would be a charity show. You can see there are many collecting boxes at the entrance.
#Person2#: Oh, I forgot to tell you this. The show is to collect money for children in need. And all the money from ticket selling will go to the Red Cross.
#Person1#: That's really a good thing. Let's do our part.
#Person2#: Good idea.
#Person1#: Who will sing in the show?
#Person2#: A lot of stars, including Andy, Justin, Mendy. . .
#Person1#: Mendy? Are you sure? I love her songs!
#Person2#: Me too. She is so young and talented. She is not only a singer but also a great composer herself.
#Person1#: Yeah. Though she was so popular, I heard she managed to maintain a low profile.
#Person2#: She is a real star. Not a onetime thing.
#Person1#: But I also heard some people didn't like her music. I don't understand why. She is so amazing!
#Person2#: Well, I suppose people have different tastes on music. Moreover, here stuff is really strong and creative. It takes time for people to accept new things.
#Person1#: You are right. Anyway, things will be different as the days go on. She can get it. I have faith in her.
#Person2#: Sure. That makes a good fan. Do you know what songs she is gonna sing tonight?
#Person1#: Here is the programme. Check it out yourself!
#Person2#: OK. | Gucci and #Person1# are happy to do their part in a charity show and both of them love Mendy who will sing in the show. They discuss how good Mendy is. |
train_11848 | #Person1#: Could you tell me something about the Mid-Autumn Festival? I find it also very interesting.
#Person2#: OK. It falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month. It is said that there is a beautiful goddess Chang'E on the moon who had eaten some sort of elixir and had to depart her husband. She is always expecting to see her husband again. So, later we have the traditional idea that when there is the full moon, it is time for the family members to come together.
#Person1#: So, I understand why people eat moon cakes on that day.
#Person2#: You are right. In China, 'round'is an auspicious word. The moon cakes are in round shape.
#Person1#: Is it official?
#Person2#: It was not in the past. But from 2008, we can enjoy a three-day holiday for this festival. | #Person2# introduces the Mid-Autumn Festival to #Person1# about the story of Chang'E, meaning of 'round', and the three-day holiday. |
train_11849 | #Person1#: I just saw Something About Mary last night. It was hilarious.
#Person2#: David took me to it last week. I thought it was a little sick.
#Person1#: What do you mean sick? It was really funny, don't you think?
#Person2#: It was entertaining in some ways. But in general I didn't like it.
#Person1#: Why not?
#Person2#: I just think the humor was too gross. There were too many disgusting things in it. I don't think a comedy has to have so much smut to be funny.
#Person1#: It wasn't a dirty movie. There wasn't even any nudity.
#Person2#: No, you're right. But nudity doesn't bother me. What bothered me were all the jokes about masturbation, stuff like that. It was too sick.
#Person1#: Oh, you are too conservative. It's just realistic.
#Person2#: I don't think it's realistic. I thought it was sick. Why does a movie have to use that kind of humor?
#Person1#: People think it's funny. | #Person1# saw Something About Mary last night. #Person2# thinks it is sick but #Person1# thinks it is funny. #Person1# thinks #Person2# is too conservative but #Person2# disagrees. |
train_11850 | #Person1#: Any plans tonight?
#Person2#: Not really, do you?
#Person1#: Well, I am wondering if we took a hang-out for a drink or something. You know, I just came back from a really tough interview. I was quite nervous during the interview. I really want to have the job. Right now, I am still a little on the edge. I am not sure if I could convince them during the interview.
#Person2#: Take it easy. It is all over now. How was it going, anyway?
#Person1#: I don't know. I think I did well in the paper exams. I was prepared to answer a lot of questions, but they didn't ask those as I expected. To my surprise, the manager tried to talk about the Chinese poesy with me.
#Person2#: That's strange. But probably, it is the new interview technique they call it'Getting to know you more personally'. What about your answers?
#Person1#: Just did my best. | #Person1# wants to go out for a drink with #Person2# because #Person1# just came back from a tough interview. #Person2# suggests #Person1# takes it easy. |
train_11851 | #Person1#: What's going on here?
#Person2#: You mean, what's happening? Well, constable, I'm trying to get out of the windowand Fred here is helping me.
#Person1#: Why are you climbing through the window and not leaving by the front door?
#Person2#: Well, you see I can't find the key and I'm in a hurry. Come on, Fred, We're wasting time.
#Person1#: Just a minute you two. I don't think you're telling me the truth. This isn't poorhouse, is it?
#Person2#: No, it's my brother's. I'm staying with him for a while.
#Person1#: Is he at home?
#Person2#: I'm afraid not. He's in jail for house-breaking at the moment. | #Person2# is climbing through the window of a house with Fred's help. Constable doesn't believe that the house belongs to #Person2#'s brother. |
train_11852 | #Person1#: what do you do when you see a homeless person on the streets begging for money?
#Person2#: I never really give them money because I don't want to contribute to their addictions.
#Person1#: homeless youth can easily become involved with drugs and prostitution. Do you do anything to help them?
#Person2#: I usually ask them if they want some food and then give them something to eat. I figure that if they're homeless, they're probably hungry.
#Person1#: that's a good idea. Do they usually accept the food?
#Person2#: almost always. However, sometimes they get mad at me for not giving them any cash.
#Person1#: it's sad how more and more young people are sleeping on the streets in London now.
#Person2#: the cost of living in London is just too high for most people.
#Person1#: it's true. The economy is in a bit of mess at the moment.
#Person2#: did you know that few people can pay the rent on minimum wage, let alone pay for food and other living costs?
#Person1#: there just isn't enough affordable housing to go around. If only the housing cost would drop, fewer people would be in financial trouble.
#Person2#: added to that is the high unemployment rate right now.
#Person1#: something's got to change---and it's got to happen soon.
#Person2#: politicians like to ignore the problems of the working class. They like to focus on making life easier for the upper class.
#Person1#: I can only hope that one day they will change. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about homeless people and the reasons why people can't afford their life in London. #Person2# thinks politicians like to ignore the problems of working class and #Person1# hopes one day they will change. |
train_11853 | #Person1#: Here we are, Room 215.
#Person2#: It is very nice.
#Person1#: The telephone is by the end. Dial 0 for reception.
#Person2#: Can I order room service?
#Person1#: Yes, here's the menu. You can order from reception.
#Person2#: Good.
#Person1#: This is your mini bar. It contains alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and also a few snacks. Anything you use will be added to your bill. The price list is by your bed.
#Person2#: OK. thanks.
#Person1#: Your bags will be here shortly. | #Person1# tells #Person2# some information about the hotel room after #Person2# checks in. |
train_11854 | #Person1#: I can't stand being with you any more. I'm sick of your drinking.
#Person2#: I swear I never drink again. Just give me another chance, please.
#Person1#: How many chances have I given you, I've given up on you.
#Person2#: You know how hard I try to quit, I've lost without you. I am mot let you go.
#Person1#: It's not just for your drinking. But you are lacking sense of responsibility.
#Person2#: I have to make money to support the family, so I have little time left to share with you.
#Person1#: Even if I was seriously ill you couldn't spare a moment.
#Person2#: I told you I happened to be more important meeting at that time.
#Person1#: I just don't trust you any more. | #Person1# can't stand with #Person2#'s drinking and lacking a sense of responsibility. #Person2# defends for #Person2# but #Person1# doesn't trust #Person1# anymore. |
train_11855 | #Person1#: Why are you in court today?
#Person2#: I got a ticket, and I would like to fight it.
#Person1#: Is the officer that pulled you over here today?
#Person2#: He's here.
#Person1#: Tell me what happened.
#Person2#: The officer says that I ran a red light, but I didn't.
#Person1#: The officer wouldn't lie about that.
#Person2#: He must've, because the signal had a camera on top of it.
#Person1#: There was no picture taken of your license plate?
#Person2#: I don't believe it took my picture.
#Person1#: I'm just going to let you go.
#Person2#: I appreciate that. | #Person2# is in court to fight a ticket of running a red light. #Person1# lets #Person2# go. |
train_11856 | #Person1#: Hi, are you being helped?
#Person2#: No, I'm not. I am interested in some scarves.
#Person1#: All our scarves are in this section. What do you think of this one here? It's made of silk.
#Person2#: Hm, It looks nice, but I'd like to have something warm for the winter.
#Person1#: Maybe you would like a heavy wool scarves. How about this one?
#Person2#: I think that's what I want. How much is it?
#Person1#: It's 75 dollars plus tax.
#Person2#: It's a little expensive. Do you think it's possible to get a discount?
#Person1#: Since you like it so much, how about a 10 % discount? That's the best I can offer.
#Person2#: That's good. Could you wrap it for me?
#Person1#: Sure. Is there anything else I can get for you?
#Person2#: No, that should be it. Thank you! | #Person2# wants to buy warm scarves. #Person1# recommends a heavy wood one and #Person2# buys that one with a 10% discount. |
train_11857 | #Person1#: Let me see your passport, please.
#Person2#: Oh, here you are.
#Person1#: You come from Germany, don't you?
#Person2#: Yes. And come here for tourism.
#Person1#: How long will you be staying in China?
#Person2#: Twenty days.
#Person1#: OK. Have you filled in the Declaration Form?
#Person2#: Yes, here is the form.
#Person1#: Is this your luggage?
#Person2#: Yes, only one travel bag.
#Person1#: What do you have in the luggage?
#Person2#: Nothing but several personal effects.
#Person1#: That's all. Thank you for your co-operation. | #Person1# checks #Person2#'s passport, departure place, the purpose of traveling, duration of stay, declaration form, and luggage. |
train_11858 | #Person1#: OK darling, got some pizzas, potato chips, hot dogs and lots of cheese!
#Person2#: Oh John, I thought we said we would start eating right! Remember? Our new healthy lifestyle? That's all junk food!
#Person1#: Humph! Right, so what did you get?
#Person2#: Well, healthy food, of course! I got some whole wheat bread, skimmed milk, fresh fish and organic carrots. . .
#Person1#: Organic? What's organic? Do we need organic carrots. . . ?
#Person2#: They were grown without using any chemicals that are harmful to our health. And yes, John, we need organic carrots. . .
#Person1#: Oh, so organic vegetables are the green option, right?
#Person2#: Yup, better for the environment and better for us!
#Person1#: Wait a minute, that? . . . Doughnuts? They organic doughnuts, Kelly?
#Person2#: I like doughnuts. | John got some junk food. Kelly reminds John that they said they would start a healthy lifestyle. Kelly got some healthy food and introduces organic food to John. |
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