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train_11859 | #Person1#: Hello, I'd like to see Mr. Charles, the manager, please.
#Person2#: You don't make any prior appointment, do you?
#Person1#: No. I haven't, but I'll take only a few minutes of his time.
#Person2#: Please tell your name, company and the nature of your business.
#Person1#: Yes. My name is Lin Tao, the director of Guangzhou Computer Corporation.
#Person2#: I see. Wait a minute, please.
#Person1#: Okay, sure thing. I will wait just here, thank you.
#Person2#: Mr. Lin, Mr. Charles can see you now. This way, please. | Lin Tao wants to see Mr. Charles without an appointment. #Person2# registers Lin Tao's information and takes him to Mr. Charles after two minutes. |
train_11860 | #Person1#: Are there any special unemployment forms I need to fill out?
#Person2#: You need to get a special application form.
#Person1#: Do you know where I can find the application form?
#Person2#: You can go to the Employment Development Office and pick it up.
#Person1#: What records will I have to show to apply for unemployment benefits?
#Person2#: They will need a record showing who you worked for and when you worked for them.
#Person1#: Is there anything else I will need to provide?
#Person2#: Be prepared to show a written notice of your termination as proof.
#Person1#: Do I need to do anything else after I turn in the application?
#Person2#: You will receive a notice for a phone interview, which will continue the process. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person1# needs a special application form, working record, a notice of termination, and a phone interview to apply for unemployment benefits. |
train_11861 | #Person1#: I am glad to have the opportunity of visiting your corporation. I hope we can do business together.
#Person2#: It's a great pleasure to meet you, Mr. White. I believe you have seen our exhibits in the showroom. What is it that particularly interests you?
#Person1#: I am interested in your hardware. I've seen the exhibits and studied your catalogues. I think some of the items will find a ready market in France. Here is a list of requirements.
#Person2#: Thank you for your inquiry. Would you tell us what quantity you require so that we can work out the offer?
#Person1#: I will do that. Meanwhile, could you give me an indication of the price.
#Person2#: Here are our FOB price lists. All the prices in the lists are subject to our confirmation.
#Person1#: What about the commission? From European suppliers, I usually get a 3 to 5 % commission for my imports. It's the general practice.
#Person2#: As a rule we don't allow any commission. But if the order is sizable one, we will consider it.
#Person1#: You see I do business on a commission basis. A commission on your prices would make it easier for me to promote sales. Even 2 or 3 % would help.
#Person2#: We'll discuss this when you place your order with us. | Mr. White is interested in hardware cooperation with #Person2#. Mr. White gives #Person2# a list of requirements but #Person2# needs the quantity he requires. #Person2# gives Mr. White an indication of the price as he demands. Then they discuss a commission. |
train_11862 | #Person1#: I'm glad we took the train. I don't like to ride in buses.
#Person2#: Yes, I agree. We can see the scenery better. In a bus, all you see are the roads.
#Person1#: Even in Taiwan, I always liked to take the train. It is more comfortable.
#Person2#: I agree. Buses bounce too much. After two or three hours, you feel too tired.
#Person1#: Look at that village!
#Person2#: Beautiful.
#Person1#: Do you think I can take a picture through this window?
#Person2#: I don't know if it will turn out good. The window might cause the picture to be blurry. | #Person1# and #Person2# agree that it is better to take the train rather than the bus. |
train_11863 | #Person1#: Mr. Martin? I need to talk to you for a minute.
#Person2#: Certainly, Mr. Emory. Is there a problem, sir?
#Person1#: Well, I'd just like you to help me with the holiday schedule.
#Person2#: Fine, Mr. Emory. Let me just grab a pad and pen. | Mr. Martin will help Mr. Emory with the holiday schedule. |
train_11864 | #Person1#: Chinese tea is famous all over the world. I want to buy several boxes.
#Person2#: There are various kinds of tea in China. It depends on the taste and effect.
#Person1#: Well, I do not know Chinese tea at all.
#Person2#: This is green tea, you can drink it in summer. It can relieve summer-heat and it is good for maintaining your lungs.
#Person1#: Sounds interesting. What about this?
#Person2#: It is black tea, it has a strong taste and promotes digestion.
#Person1#: What's this? It smells fragrant.
#Person2#: It is jasmine tea of high quality. It is fragrant and has a pleasant taste.
#Person1#: I will take the jasmine tea. Could you pack it with the wrapping paper and ribbon? It is a gift for my friend.
#Person2#: No problem. Wait for a moment. | #Person2# recommends green tea, black tee, and jasmine tee to #Person1# who wants to buy Chinese tea and #Person1# decides to take the jasmine tea. |
train_11865 | #Person1#: Hello, Mrs. White. Do you feel better today?
#Person2#: Oh, much better. Thank you.
#Person1#: Can I ask you some questions now?
#Person2#: Certainly.
#Person1#: First, do you remember what the driver looks like?
#Person2#: Yes. He looked quite old and not very tall. Oh, and he had thick lips.
#Person1#: OK. When the accident happened, where were you going?
#Person2#: I was walking fast to a bank and pay a bill for my son.
#Person1#: I see. After the driver knocked you down, he got out of his car and looked at you, didn't he?
#Person2#: Yes, he did. I was bleeding, so he looked scared and then hurried back to the car.
#Person1#: Do you remember his clothes?
#Person2#: Yes. He wore a blue T-shirt, gray trousers.
#Person1#: OK. I think I have enough information now. Thank you.
#Person2#: You're welcome. | Mrs. White feels better today. Then she tells #Person1# the details about her car accident and the looking and dressing of the driver. |
train_11866 | #Person1#: Miss Jones, could you tell me more about your first job with hotel marketing concept?
#Person2#: Yes, certainly. I was a marketing consultant responsible for marketing 10 UK hotels. They were all luxury hotels in a leisure sector, all of a very high standard.
#Person1#: Which markets were you responsible for?
#Person2#: For Europe and Japan.
#Person1#: I see from your resume that you speak Japanese. Have you ever been to Japan?
#Person2#: Yes, I have, I spent months in Japan 2006. I met all the key people in the tourist industry, the big tour operators and the tourist organizations. As I speak Japanese I had a very big advantage.
#Person1#: Yes, of course. Have you had any contact with Japan in your present job?
#Person2#: Yes, I've had a lot. The truth is I have become very popular with the Japanese, both for holidays and for business conferences. In fact, the market for all types of luxury holidays for the Japanese has increased a lot recently.
#Person1#: Really, I'm interested to hear more about that, but first tell me have you ever traveled on the luxury train, the Orient Express, for example?
#Person2#: No, I haven't. But I've traveled on the Glacial Express through Switzerland and I traveled across China by train about 8 years ago. I love train travel. That's why I'm very interested in this job. | Miss Jones tells #Person2# her first job as a marketing consultant responsible for marketing 10 UK hotels. As she speaks Japanese, she had a big advantage when she was in Japan. She has a lot of contacts with japan in her present job. She likes train travel. |
train_11867 | #Person1#: I am sure you've noticed a lot of things that are different about our school.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. In the United States, we don't have to carry a big school bag with us like you do.
#Person1#: Why is that?
#Person2#: We have a locker of our own, which is a small box with a lock. We keep textbooks and our personal things in it. I just bring a day-pack to school.
#Person1#: A day-pack?
#Person2#: Yes. It's a small bag that you carry on your back.
#Person1#: What do you carry in it?
#Person2#: My notebooks or a few books for homework.
#Person1#: That's convenient. Is there anything else you've noticed about our school?
#Person2#: Yes. I am surprised that everyone is so silent in class.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Well, we usually ask questions about exams, homework or textbooks on the first day of the school year. The teacher likes such questions.
#Person1#: So you felt it different.
#Person2#: Yes. I expected to see a lot of discussions in class, because we learn in that way in the United States.
#Person1#: I see. That would be a good topic for our school newspaper for the first month of the term. Nice talking with you. See you around. Bye.
#Person2#: Bye. | #Person2# has noticed differences between schools in the United States and #Person2#'s school. Students in the United States use lockers and ask questions in class but students from #Person2#'s school carry a big bag and keep silent in class. |
train_11868 | #Person1#: Um, Mary, could you cell me how to use this cassette recorder, please?
#Person2#: OK. Well, first of all, you have to plug it into the power supply.
#Person1#: Yeah, I see.
#Person2#: Once you've done that... you don't need to switch anything on.
#Person1#: How do you open it?
#Person2#: Well, you have to press the little button that says eject.
#Person1#: This one here?
#Person2#: That's right. That's it.
#Person1#: Like that?
#Person2#: Yeah. After you've clone that, then you load the cassette. Make sure that you've got the right side of the tape facing you and not away from you. Then you should close the cassette flap.
#Person1#: Like that?
#Person2#: Yeah, that's right. And then you must remember to press the play button to set it to work.
#Person1#: That one on the right?
#Person2#: Yes, that's it.
#Person1#: Like that?
#Person2#: Right! It won't go clown unless you push hard.
#Person1#: I know. Those old models are all like that.
#Person2#: That's just what you must do.
#Person1#: Yes. But how about this red thing here?
#Person2#: That's the record switch. Be careful not to press it when you're playing, because if you do you'll wipe off whatever is on the tape.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. So that's the record and this is the rewind.
#Person2#: Exactly. If you want to rewind, then you have to press it down.
#Person1#: And then stop it here.
#Person2#: That's it. You've got it. | Mary tells #Person1# to plug the cassette recorder into the power, press the eject button, load the cassette, and press the play button. Mary tells #Person1# don't press the record switch when playing the cassette and also where the rewind switch is. |
train_11869 | #Person1#: Hey, Karen, it looks like you've got some sun this weekend.
#Person2#: Yeah, I guess so. I spent the weekend at the beach.
#Person1#: Oh, yeah, that's great. Where did you stay?
#Person2#: Some friends of my parents' live out there and they invited me for as long as I wanted to stay.
#Person1#: So what are you doing back here already?
#Person2#: Oh, 1 have a paper to work on, and I just couldn't do any serious studying at the beach.
#Person1#: I don't blame you. So what did you do out there? I mean besides lying out in the sun.
#Person2#: I ran slowly up and down the beach, and 1 played some volleyball. You know I never realized how hard it is to run on sand. I couldn't even get through a whole game before I had to sit down.
#Person1#: Did you go swimming?
#Person2#: I wanted to, but they said the water isn't warm enough for that until a couple of months from now.
#Person1#: It all sounds nice. I wish I could get away to the beach like that. | Karen tells #Person1# that Karen spent the weekend at the beach, ran on the sand, and played volleyball. But Karen didn't go swimming. Karen comes back to study. #Person1# wishes to go to the beach like that. |
train_11870 | #Person1#: Well, Jenny, the school year is almost over. We just have two more weeks before exams. What do you plan to do this summer?
#Person2#: I'm going to teach English to some immigrants in the university's community service program.
#Person1#: That sounds interesting. Don't you need to speak a foreign language for a job like that?
#Person2#: No, you don't. You just have to present the language simply and give the students a chance to practice speaking.
#Person1#: Come to think of it, that's the way I was taught to speak Chinese. But speaking didn't help me learn to read and write Chinese.
#Person2#: My students won't want to read and write English, at lease not now. They are more interested in speaking.
#Person1#: You sound very knowledgeable about all this. How do you know so much?
#Person2#: I took a Teaching English as a Second Language course last year when you were in China. I've also talked with the experienced teachers quite a lot. I think I would like to be an ESL teacher when I graduate. | Jenny plans to teach English to some immigrants in the university's community service program this summer and she tells #Person1# that students are more interested in speaking. |
train_11871 | #Person1#: Hi. Can I help you with something?
#Person2#: Yes, please. We're looking for the men's department.
#Person1#: It's right over there, by the escalator.
#Person3#: Here we are . . . and here are the sport shirts.
#Person2#: Look at this one. The color is perfect for you!
#Person3#: I like it, too. How much is it?
#Person2#: It's on sale for $19. 98.
#Person3#: That's a good price. But I think they only have it in large.
#Person2#: Excuse me! Could you help me?
#Person1#: Sure. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: Does this shirt come in medium?
#Person1#: Yes, it does. Here's a medium.
#Person3#: Great. We'll take it.
#Person1#: Will that be cash or charge? | #Person1# helps #Person2# and #Person3# find the men's department and find a sport shirt in the medium for #Person3#. They will take the shirt. |
train_11872 | #Person1#: Here are the menu and wine list.
#Person2#: What would you like to drink? Mr. Ford?
#Person3#: I'd like to try German Beer.
#Person2#: Bring us two bottles of the German Beer.
#Person1#: OK, sir. What about something to eat?
#Person2#: What's the special food in this restaurant?
#Person1#: We have special beef steak, pork, chicken and fish.
#Person3#: I like beef steak.
#Person2#: Make it two.
#Person1#: How would you like to have it, rare, medium or over done?
#Person2#: I want it medium.
#Person3#: Me, too. | #Person1# helps #Person2# and Mr.Ford order two bottles of the German Beer and two servings of medium-cooked steaks. |
train_11873 | #Person1#: You look happy.
#Person2#: I am happy. I just bought a new car.
#Person1#: Wow! Is it a good car?
#Person2#: It's a great car. It's very comfortable and it goes really fast.
#Person1#: Was it expensive?
#Person2#: Yes, very expensive.
#Person1#: What colour is it?
#Person2#: It's red and black. | #Person2# is happy and #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s new car. |
train_11874 | #Person1#: Alice, your father is amazing. He's 90 years old and he lives alone in that big house.
#Person2#: I know. He doesn't like to ask anyone for help. My dad insists on paying his own bills and taking care of himself!
#Person1#: That sounds like my Grandmother. She was always stubbornly independent.
#Person2#: It seems that folks like my father and your grandmother are determined to be on their own.
#Person1#: They see their independence as a kind of character strength.
#Person2#: Sometimes they are too independent. | #Person1# and Alice think #Person1#'s grandmother and Alice's father are stubbornly independent. |
train_11875 | #Person1#: Hello, I want to order an Easy-own package. What would you recommend?
#Person2#: Which function do you use more, making calls or sending short messages?
#Person1#: About the same. But I'm looking for a job, so I have to answer the phone often.
#Person2#: Then I recommend this package to you. You can receive all the calls free by paying just 10 yuan a month.
#Person1#: That's good. How can I order it?
#Person2#: Sending a message 'KTCTWY' to 10086 will do.
#Person1#: Thank you. I'll have a try.
#Person2#: You're welcome. | #Person2# recommends an Easy-own package that meets #Person1#'s demand and #Person1# will order it. |
train_11876 | #Person1#: Excuse me, sir. Could you spare a minute?
#Person2#: Uh, yes.
#Person1#: Do you go to work by train every day.
#Person2#: Yes. I commute five days a week by train.
#Person1#: And would you mind telling us what you think of the rail service?
#Person2#: It's really very good.
#Person1#: Why do you say that?
#Person2#: Well, trains are frequent and come on time.
#Person1#: Which train do you catch in the evening?
#Person2#: I usually take the five thirty home.
#Person1#: And can you get a seat?
#Person2#: No, I usually have to stand.
#Person1#: Would you agree that the service is fast?
#Person2#: Yes, it's reasonably fast but it certainly isn't cheap. Fares have gone up 25 persent. | #Person1#, who goes to work by train every day, tells #Person2# that #Person1# thinks highly of rail service. |
train_11877 | #Person1#: How do you usually spend your time, now that you've retired?
#Person2#: Well, I nearly always get up at dawn. I don't like sleeping in late. The days are longer in summer than in winter, so I get up in summer. I usually do some exercise when I get up.
#Person1#: What do you have for breakfast?
#Person2#: I usually have cereal, but sometimes I cook a traditional English breakfast.
#Person1#: that sounds nice. How do you spend your mornings?
#Person2#: I usually do housework in mornings. I go shopping occasionally. I like to do all my shopping in one bag trip to the supermarket. I always drive to the big supermarket in the city center. It takes about 20 minutes to drive there.
#Person1#: How do you spend your afternoons?
#Person2#: I usually meet some friends and we play sports together or I might spend some time alone on my hobbies. I spend winter evening watching tv, but I spend summer evening at cultural events if I have time. | #Person1# asks #Person2# some questions about how #Person2# spends time especially the mornings and the afternoons, and what #Person2# has for breakfast after retirement. |
train_11878 | #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 Baishi?
#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 Mike discuss Chinese painting. Mike says he loves the free sketch especially landscape paintings. They love this art exhibition and decide to see other areas. |
train_11879 | #Person1#: Where shall we go for coffee in town?
#Person2#: How about the cafe near the bus station?
#Person1#: That's always so crowded. We can try that new one next to the library.
#Person2#: Good idea, but that's quite a long way from here. It'll be really slow with all the traffic.
#Person1#: We could take our bikes, but we'd have to go back and get them.
#Person2#: Emm, or another possibility would be a walk through the park.
#Person1#: That wouldn't be so quick.
#Person2#: But it's so much nicer.
#Person1#: If you say so, let's go. | #Person1# and #Person2# will walk through the park to the coffee shop next to the library. |
train_11880 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm just looking, thanks. Well, actually, I'm looking for something for my sister.
#Person1#: And what exactly are you looking for?
#Person2#: I don't really know. A dress?
#Person1#: Right. Well, what color does your sister usually wear?
#Person2#: Well.
#Person1#: OK, what color are her eyes?
#Person2#: Green.
#Person1#: OK, purple usually suits people with green eyes.
#Person2#: Oh, great. Purple is fine.
#Person1#: Now, what size is she?
#Person2#: Uhm, well, she isn't very big, but she's not particularly thin, either.
#Person1#: That'll be a medium then. Well, we have this rather nice silk evening dress here.
#Person2#: Good. I'll take it. How much is it?
#Person1#: $70. 00, sir. How would you like to pay?
#Person2#: $70. 00? Ah, by credit card, please.
#Person1#: Fine, if you could just sign...
#Person2#: Here you are. Goodbye.
#Person1#: Just a minute, sir. Here's your receipt.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. Emm, can she exchange it if it doesn't fit her?
#Person1#: Yes, but she needs to bring in the receipt. | #Person1# recommends a purple dress for #Person2#, who is looking for something for #Person2#'s sister, and tells him the dress can be exchanged with the receipt. |
train_11881 | #Person1#: Excuse me. I will stay in the city for a few days and I'd like to know what's on.
#Person2#: Well, there's a teahouse at the Capital Theater. They say the play is very good.
#Person1#: When is it on exactly?
#Person2#: Every night except Sunday. Hold on...Yes, the show will run until the beginning of July. It begins at 8 o'clock and lasts more than 2and a half hours, finishing at 10:45. Here, take this flyer. It tells you more.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the exact release time and timetable of a show in a teahouse. |
train_11882 | #Person1#: I see you are busy now, Kate. Once you finish, I'd like to have a talk with you.
#Person2#: Alright, come in please.
#Person1#: Oh no, I don't want to interrupt you. I can wait. I'll come back later.
#Person2#: I'm afraid it's going to be a long wait. I'm working on my English paper.
#Person1#: English paper? I thought you'd finished it. Didn't you turn it in on Friday?
#Person2#: Uh-huh, but the professor just returned it to me. I was told to add 5 more pages.
#Person1#: 5 more pages! That's quite a lot. How are you going to do it?
#Person2#: That's what I am trying to figure out. Now, what can I do for you? | Kate is busy with her English paper because the professor asked her to add 5 more pages and #Person1# wants to talk with her. |
train_11883 | #Person1#: Are you looking at some funny pictures? You've been laughing all this time.
#Person2#: I was watching a video on YouTube. It was really funny.
#Person1#: What's it about?
#Person2#: It was a news reporter reporting a story about an old man who lives under a big tree.
#Person1#: How could that be funny?
#Person2#: Well, as he was reporting the story, hundreds of bees attacked him, and the reporter had to dive into his SUV and drive away. But he was unlucky.
#Person1#: Did he have an accident?
#Person2#: No, some bees followed him into his car.
#Person1#: I hope he got to the doctors quickly. Jack, how about a walk in the park? It's a beautiful day today.
#Person2#: But I don't feel like walking outside now. There are so many funny videos on this website. I just can't stop watching them.
#Person1#: Come on, Jack. You can't sit in front of the laptop all day. It's not good for your eyes.
#Person2#: You're right. I'll go to the park with you. | Jack thinks videos on YouTube are funny and wants to watch, but #Person1# wants to walk outside with him so #Person1# persuades him. Finally, Jack agrees. |
train_11884 | #Person1#: Mrs. Phoebe, here are your ordered goods. Please inspect the goods now.
#Person2#: All right. Let me have a check. Can you tell me how can you inspect your exported goods?
#Person1#: Our quality control department is in charge of the inspection, which is directly under general manager. It is essential to attach the importance to the quality of goods. It is the basement for the future cooperation.
#Person2#: That is good. And here I give you a piece of advice. You should have used stronger cardboard boxes for such a heavy item. Besides, it's better to secure the cartons with metal straps. What's more, the order number wasn't anywhere on some of the boxes.
#Person1#: I realize that now. I will do that after a while.
#Person2#: Thank you. Can I open the packages to check the color and style?
#Person1#: Of course, let me help you.
#Person2#: The color and style are consistent with the sample. Great!
#Person1#: You know, we are superior to other clothes companies.
#Person2#: Yes, that's for sure. There is nothing wrong with the quality. I think you'd better pack them first in plastic bags, than in cartons.
#Person1#: OK. We will manage it later. | #Person1# tells Mrs. Phoebe how they inspect their exported goods. Phoebe suggests using stronger cardboard boxes for such a heavy item. Then, Phoebe checks the color and the style and are satisfied with the quality. |
train_11885 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Do you speak English?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. How can I help you?
#Person1#: Well, I've just arrived in my room, but there are no instructions in English about the facilities available! Could you help me for a moment?
#Person2#: Of course not. What exactly would you like to know?
#Person1#: First, what is the number for room service?
#Person2#: It's 1200. Room service is available 24 hours a day.
#Person1#: Very good. Now, could you help me to adjust the air conditioning, please? It's too hot in my room.
#Person2#: Yes, the control unit is on the wall next to the bathroom. Is 24 C all right?
#Person1#: Yes, that's perfect. Another thing, if need more items for the mini-bar, which Number should I call?
#Person2#: You should call the Housekeeping Department on 2300. They will replace any stock for you immediately.
#Person1#: I see. So, is it possible to make international phone calls from my room?
#Person2#: That's no problem. Just dial 9 to get an outside line, and then dial the number as usual.
#Person1#: Well, thanks a lot for your help.
#Person2#: No problem, sir. If there's anything else you need, you can find me at the desk by the elevator, or you can call housekeeping if I'm not there.
#Person1#: OK, goodbye.
#Person2#: Goodbye, sir. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the number for room service and the location of the control unit of the air conditioning. Then, #Person2# introduces the number for the Housekeeping Department and tells #Person1# how to make international phone calls. |
train_11886 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. Can I be of service?
#Person2#: I don't know. Can I purchase Treasury Certificates here at this counter?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. We have Treasury Notes with two, three and five-year terms available.
#Person2#: Two years is fine, with a value of 1, 000 RIB.
#Person1#: OK, could I take a look at some ID please, like a passport?
#Person2#: Here you go. By the way, is it possible to cash them before the maturity comes up?
#Person1#: No, I'm afraid that isn't possible. You must wait until maturity before you cash them. | #Person1# helps #Person2# purchase Treasury Certificates and tells #Person2# #Person2# can't cash them until maturity. |
train_11887 | #Person1#: This is such a beautiful day! Great for sailing!
#Person2#: It sure is! The water looks so nice! Anchor the boat for a little while. I ' m going to take a dip.
#Person1#: Why are you doggy-paddling? I taught you how to swim! Do your breast stroke!
#Person2#: I get too tired! I ' ll just backstroke, it ' s easier!
#Person1#: Try kicking your legs more. That ' s good. Don ' t go out too far!
#Person2#: It ' s fine. Jump in!
#Person1#: Kathy! Get back here! I see a shark!
#Person2#: Ahahah! ! ! Help me! Help! Bring the boat closer! The shark is coming straight towards me!
#Person1#: It ' s right under you! Kathy! ! ! | #Person1# and Kathy are sailing in the water. Kathy takes a dip but #Person1# finds a shark suddenly appears right under Kathy. |
train_11888 | #Person1#: I would like to watch the Oscars on tv tonight. How about you?
#Person2#: Yes, I ' d love to. it ' s interesting to see who is considered the best in their field and which film are thought to be particularly good.
#Person1#: I like watching it for the fashion. I like to see what the ladies are wearing. Of course, the men nearly always just wear the traditional tuxedo.
#Person2#: Sometimes the men wear flamboyant colours. Which films do you think will win awards this year?
#Person1#: I ' m really not sure. Usually just one or two films look set to sweep the awards ceremony, but this year there are several contenders.
#Person2#: You ' re right. This year should be much more exciting than usual. What ' s you favourite award category?
#Person1#: You might think this strange, but I like the category for best foreign language film.
#Person2#: It ' s nice to see foreign language films making a little impact on Hollywood. I like the best actor and actress. | #Person1# and #Person2# want to watch the Oscars because #Person2# wants to see who is considered best and which films are good while #Person1# watches it for fashion. Then, they talk about their favorite award category. |
train_11889 | #Person1#: Hi, Sue. What's up?
#Person2#: Hey, Andrew. How's everything with work?
#Person1#: Ok, I guess. My boss has been on my back recently.
#Person2#: Really? What's he been doing?
#Person1#: You know, just giving me lots to do. I'm really busy right now.
#Person2#: Are you? What are you busy with?
#Person1#: Oh, lots of things. Mostly training new people. | Andrew tells Sue he's been very busy with work. |
train_11890 | #Person1#: Hi! Good morning, Sarah!
#Person2#: Good morning, Dr. Lee.
#Person1#: I have not seen you for a long time. How are you?
#Person2#: Not very well.
#Person1#: What are your symptoms?
#Person2#: I have nausea, and I am dizzy. Also I have a abdominal pain.
#Person1#: Where is the pain? Could you show me please?
#Person2#: Here.
#Person1#: What kind of pain? Sharp pain, dull pain or severe pain?
#Person2#: Sharp pain.
#Person1#: Is the pain continuous?
#Person2#: No, It is not continuous. It comes and goes.
#Person1#: Please lie down over there.
#Person2#: All right.
#Person1#: Does it hurt when I push here?
#Person2#: No.
#Person1#: What about here?
#Person2#: Not really.
#Person1#: How long have you been like this?
#Person2#: For about a month.
#Person1#: How about your appetite?
#Person2#: I am eating pretty good.
#Person1#: How about your bowel movements?
#Person2#: No constipation. Everything seems OK. | Sarah tells Dr. Lee she has nausea and she's dizzy, and she has sharp and intermittent abdominal pain. Dr. Lee gives her a physical check and asks about other symptoms. |
train_11891 | #Person1#: What's your favorite movie?
#Person2#: My favorite movie is Superbad.
#Person1#: Oh, why is that?
#Person2#: It's the funniest movie that I've ever seen.
#Person1#: That's true. It is a very funny movie.
#Person2#: You've seen it before?
#Person1#: Yes, I saw that movie the first day it came out in theaters.
#Person2#: Didn't you laugh through the whole movie? I did.
#Person1#: Me too. That movie brought tears to my eyes.
#Person2#: Mine too.
#Person1#: I have it on DVD at my house if you want to come over and watch it.
#Person2#: Sure, let's go. | #Person2#'s favorite movie is Superbad because it's funny and #Person1# feels the same way, then #Person1# invites #Person2# to watch it again. |
train_11892 | #Person1#: So what do you feel like doing this evening? How about going to the cinema?
#Person2#: Ah, that's a good idea. But I heard the film club of our school would show a film for free. Maybe we don't need to go to the cinema.
#Person1#: That's good! I've also heard there will be a party held by the Students'Union tomorrow evening. Would you like to go with me tomorrow night?
#Person2#: I'd like to, but I'm afraid I can't.
#Person1#: Why? Do you have to prepare for your examination? Oh, come on, girl, relaxation is also very important.
#Person2#: That's not the reason. I have to go to the English Corner tomorrow evening. You know, I've been going there every week.
#Person1#: Oh, God, I've forgotten it.
#Person2#: You said you wanted to improve your English, so how about coming with me tomorrow? I can also introduce some friends to you.
#Person1#: Oh, no, I don't want to know any more geeks like you.
#Person2#: They are not geeks. They are also interested in singing, dancing, and so on. They are excellent, and they can always help me a lot.
#Person1#: Really? Is there a foreign teacher for every class?
#Person2#: It depends. If they are not busy, they will come to join us, and talk with us.
#Person1#: So you just talk all the time?
#Person2#: Of course not. The foreign teachers also teach us English songs, and play games with us.
#Person1#: That sounds interesting. I'll go with you tomorrow evening.
#Person2#: You won't be disappointed. | #Person1# invites #Person2# to a party held by the Students Union but #Person2# needs to go to the English Corner and invites #Person1# to come together. #Person1# doesn't want to go at first but then is persuaded into going. |
train_11893 | #Person1#: I'm hungry, let's grab a bite to eat.
#Person2#: Sure! How about we go home and prepare a couple of sandwiches?
#Person1#: Nah! Let's go get a burger and fries.
#Person2#: All you ever do is have unhealthy fast food Pizza, fries, burgers and hot dogs! You have to start eating better!
#Person1#: What are you talking about? I have salads some times.
#Person2#: Yeah right! I'm serious! You should also cut down on your sugar intake as well. You drink carbonated drinks that are high in fructose syrup! It's really not healthy!
#Person1#: Fine! I'll start drinking and having home cooked meals that are low in fat. Are you happy now?
#Person2#: It's a start, but I'll be happy when I see you stick to your promise! | #Person1# wants to eat burgers and fries. #Person2# gets angry and asks #Person1# to eat healthily, then #Person1# promises to eat home-made meals. |
train_11894 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: I hope so. I'm looking for some material for a paper I'm writing, and I'm not quite sure where to look.
#Person1#: I'll certainly try to help you. What topic is your paper on?
#Person2#: My paper is on the influence of television on children.
#Person1#: There are several possible sources you might use for that topic. I suggest you use the computer and the computer will give you a list of every scientific journal that talks about children and television.
#Person2#: Thank you for you help. | #Person1#'s assisting #Person2# in finding some material for a paper on the influence of television on children. |
train_11895 | #Person1#: You are saying he will be promoted to the general manager?
#Person2#: Yeah.
#Person1#: Are you sure?
#Person2#: Yes. I bet my bottom dollar that he will get promoted.
#Person1#: Just because he gets on well with everybody?
#Person2#: Partly, and he's also a hardworking man. | #Person2# tells #Person1# a certain man will be promoted because he's easygoing and hardworking. |
train_11896 | #Person1#: Anita, I'Ve been here only three days and you're leaving already.
#Person2#: Just for a few weeks. I need this vacation. You'll be all right. You know the project we're working on, and you're a good scientist. Don't worry. I'll be back as soon as I spend or gamble all my money.
#Person1#: Gambling? Where?
#Person2#: Las Vegas. I find gambling relaxing. I don't take it seriously, the way some people do. Besides, I love the shows and the all-night atmosphere of the town. The casinos never close, you know.
#Person1#: If you gamble all night, you'll run out of money in a few days. | Anita'll go on vacation to Las Vegas. She tells #Person1# she finds gambling relaxing. |
train_11897 | #Person1#: Man, that sunset is beautiful. I'Ve never seen one so red.
#Person2#: Yeah, it's pretty nice, but its so red because of air pollution.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: Yeah, the smog from all these cars gets into the air and turns the sunlight red.
#Person1#: I never knew that.
#Person2#: Yeah, more people need to take public transportation or carpool.
#Person1#: Well, we'Ve already done our part.
#Person2#: Yeah, it's your turn to drive next week. Don't be late picking me up.
#Person1#: Don't worry. I'm getting more sleep these days. The baby's finally growing up a little more.
#Person2#: Well, give me a call if you can't make it for some reason. | #Person1# admires the red sunset. #Person2# tells #Person1# it's because of air pollution and then reminds #Person1# to drive next week. |
train_11898 | #Person1#: Are you new here?
#Person2#: Yes, I am.
#Person1#: Is this your first year in college?
#Person2#: I actually transferred here from another school.
#Person1#: Which school?
#Person2#: I transferred from PCC.
#Person1#: How do you like it here compared to PCC?
#Person2#: I love it here.
#Person1#: Do you like it better here or at PCC?
#Person2#: Don't get me wrong. I like it here, but PCC is better.
#Person1#: So, why did you leave PCC?
#Person2#: Because I got my AA and now I am going towards my bachelor degree. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# transferred here from PCC to get the bachelor's degree and #Person2# thinks PCC is better than here. |
train_11899 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I need to apply for a parking permit.
#Person1#: Are you a professor?
#Person2#: What? Are you kidding? I'm only 22 years old!
#Person1#: Yes, I am kidding. But don't you know only professors and students with disabilitiescan apply for parking permits?
#Person2#: Yes, I know. I have a disability. My hip was broken last year. And I can't walk well.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't know.
#Person2#: It's alright. You didn't see me walk to the desk.
#Person1#: Here is the application form. I also need to see your student ID and your permission letter from the university.
#Person2#: My permission letter?
#Person1#: Yes, the letter that certifies you have a disability. And it must certify your disability entitles you to a parking place.
#Person2#: I was told I should have the letter sent directly to your office.
#Person1#: Yes. Or you can bring it yourself.
#Person2#: But I asked them to send it to you directly.
#Person1#: Let me look in the file then. Maybe we received it.
#Person2#: My name is Derek Schneider, S - C - H - N - E - I - D - E - R.
#Person1#: Yes, here it is. Alright. Then I just need your completed application form, and I will be able to process your request.
#Person2#: Good. I will sit over there and fill out the form. I will give it to you in a few minutes. Oh, by the way, can I apply for any parking lot I want?
#Person1#: The form has a map on the back. You may specify your top four choices. We will give a spot in the lot that has an opening.
#Person2#: I see. Thank you.
#Person1#: You're very welcome. | Derek Schneider whose hip was broken last year wants to apply for a parking permit. #Person1# asks for Derek's student ID and his permission letter that certifies his disability, then #Person1# tells Derek to complete the application form. |
train_11900 | #Person1#: Do you have the day off today? How come you're not at work now?
#Person2#: I don't have the day off. Our labor union is staging a nationwide strike today, all of the workers in our department are supporting the labor union by participating and not going in to work this week.
#Person1#: Are you serious? Why would they have to go to such extreme measures like a strike? Doesn't your company have a pretty good corporate image? I'll bet the folks at headquarters are going nuts over something as serious as a strike. . .
#Person2#: It happens quite often, actually. Whenever there arises a dispute between the union and the executive group, the first thing they do is to call a strike. Usually it only lasts a day or two before both sides can come to an agreement and we start work again. Anyhow, it's a nice, unanticipated holiday. . . | #Person2#'s labor union is staging a nationwide strike. #Person1#'s astonished because #Person2#'s company has a good corporate image. #Person2# tells #Person1# they'll start working when the union and the executive group come to an agreement. |
train_11901 | #Person1#: Would you please teach me how to use the computer?
#Person2#: Sure, let's take a look at the menu first.
#Person1#: Do I have to turn on the computer?
#Person2#: yes, we can look at the computer and computer menu at the same time. And this will help us understand both better.
#Person1#: What should I learn first?
#Person2#: Right now I'll teach you to open files, save files and copy files. Are you ready?
#Person1#: I am ready I am going to get, let's start! | #Person2#'s teaching #Person1# how to use the computer. |
train_11902 | #Person1#: Excuse me. What's the time difference between Beijing and San Francisco?
#Person2#: 16 hours. Beijing is 16 hours ahead.
#Person1#: Are we losing or gaining a day on the way to America?
#Person2#: We are gaining a day.
#Person1#: So does it mean we're arriving on the same day?
#Person2#: That's right. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the time difference between Beijing and San Francisco. |
train_11903 | #Person1#: I need order in the court!
#Person2#: I am ready to make my plea.
#Person1#: What do you plead?
#Person2#: I plead not guilty.
#Person1#: All the evidence indicates that you are guilty.
#Person2#: I realize that, but I am not guilty.
#Person1#: Is that right?
#Person2#: I had nothing to do with the crime that was committed.
#Person1#: Who is the guilty party?
#Person2#: I'll tell you if you let me go.
#Person1#: I'd be glad to make a deal with you.
#Person2#: I am willing to tell you that information. | #Person2# pleads not guilty but the evidence indicates the opposite. #Person2#'ll tell #Person1# the truth if #Person1# lets #Person2# go. |
train_11904 | #Person1#: What is your case against the police?
#Person2#: They arrested me for nothing.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: They weren't supposed to arrest me.
#Person1#: Didn't they let you go?
#Person2#: They didn't let me go until the next morning.
#Person1#: So they kept you at the station?
#Person2#: They sure did.
#Person1#: Did they tell you why they arrested you?
#Person2#: I matched the description of a robbery suspect.
#Person1#: I understand.
#Person2#: I want to take them to court. | The police arrested #Person2# because #Person2# matched the description of a robbery suspect. #Person2# wants to take the police to court. |
train_11905 | #Person1#: So the apartment comes unfurnished?
#Person2#: This one is. I have another one that's furnished, but I'm not sure you'll like the furniture.
#Person1#: We have tons of furniture. What we need are air conditioners.
#Person2#: This building is only four years old. It was built with central air.
#Person1#: Just like in the States! That's perfect!
#Person2#: And I recently bought an American-style washer and dryer. Come and see. | #Person1# wants an apartment with air conditioners. #Person2# is showing #Person1# an apartment built with central air. |
train_11906 | #Person1#: Where are you employed?
#Person2#: I have been employed as a secretary at a trading company.
#Person1#: What do you think of your present job?
#Person2#: I find it interesting.
#Person1#: How do you get to office?
#Person2#: I go to the office by bus every day.
#Person1#: What does your work consist of exactly?
#Person2#: My main responsibility is trouble-shooting between top management and the general employees.
#Person1#: Would you mind working overtime at night?
#Person2#: No, often my boss requires overtime work.
#Person1#: How much money are you making a month?
#Person2#: 5, 000 yuan a month.
#Person1#: Why do you plan to change your job?
#Person2#: I would like to have a job that is more lively than my present one. Besides, I would like to practise my English in my work. As my present employer deals with China trade towards China only, there isn't much chance to speak English. | #Person2#'s been employed as a secretary in charge of trouble-shooting. #Person2# also tells #Person1# #Person2# wants to change the job because #Person2# wants something more lively and wants to practice English. |
train_11907 | #Person1#: Fastback Travel. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Could you put me through to Dan Aykroyd?
#Person1#: He's on holiday for the week, I'm afraid. Can I help?
#Person2#: Could you leave him a message?
#Person1#: Sure.
#Person2#: Could you tell him that Horst Weissmuller phoned.
#Person1#: You'd better spell that!
#Person2#: Of course. It's H, O, R, S, T, then W, E, I, S, S, M, U umlaut, L, L, E, R.
#Person1#: Right, I think I've got that. OK, what's the message?
#Person2#: Just tell him I'll call him when I get back from Australia. That's it.
#Person1#: OK, will do. Bye.
#Person2#: Thanks. Bye. | Horst Weissmuller calls Fastback Travel for Dan Aykroyd who isn't available. Weissmuller requests #Person1# to leave a message for him. |
train_11908 | #Person1#: What can I do for you, Madam?
#Person2#: I'd like to buy a pair of leather shoes.
#Person1#: What size do you take?
#Person2#: Size 38 or 39.
#Person1#: How about this pair? They're well-made.
#Person2#: But they are a little tight, They Pinch.
#Person1#: In fact, They'll stretch a bit later.
#Person2#: I know. But can you show me a little larger size?
#Person1#: All right. Here you are.
#Person2#: This pair fits me perfectly. I feel comfortable. | #Person1#'s helping #Person2# in choosing a pair of leather shoes. |
train_11909 | #Person1#: Excuse me, does this bus go to the new bookstore?
#Person2#: No, you'll have to get off at the bank, and take a No. 50.
#Person1#: Thank you. How much is the fare to that stop?
#Person2#: One dollar.
#Person1#: How many stops are there?
#Person2#: Two stops after this one.
#Person1#: Could you please tell me when we get there?
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: By the way, do I need a transfer again after No. 50?
#Person2#: No, a No. 50 will take you right there. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to go to the new bookstore by bus. |
train_11910 | #Person1#: Is there a bus in Altadena that'll take me to downtown LA?
#Person2#: The 486.
#Person1#: The 486 really goes downtown?
#Person2#: Yes, it does.
#Person1#: How long is the bus ride?
#Person2#: It's about forty-five minutes to an hour.
#Person1#: Is that right?
#Person2#: Yeah, it's not that long of a trip.
#Person1#: Is that a crowded bus?
#Person2#: It starts getting more crowded the closer you get to LA.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.
#Person2#: You're very welcome. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the 486 goes downtown and tells #Person1# more information about it. |
train_11911 | #Person1#: Can you change American dollars into French francs.
#Person2#: Yes. How much do you want?
#Person1#: Fifty dollars. What is the exchange rate today?
#Person2#: One dollar to five franc. Is that alright?
#Person1#: Yes, please. and you can cash my travelers check. Can't you?
#Person2#: Of course we can.
#Person1#: I won't to be here tomorrow. What are you business hours?
#Person2#: 10 o'clock in the morning to 2 o'clock in the afternoon.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Not at all. | #Person2# helps #Person1# change American dollars into French Francs and cash #Person1#'s travelers check. |
train_11912 | #Person1#: Bill, Happy Halloween!
#Person2#: Happy Halloween! What creature are you going to dress up as?
#Person1#: I will dress up as a vampire with big fangs.
#Person2#: May I have a look at your costume?
#Person1#: Sure. Wait a moment. ( Several minutes later ) Here you are.
#Person2#: I like your black clothes and your fangs are cool.
#Person1#: I will bite many beautiful girls on the neck tonight. Maybe I will suck their blood.
#Person2#: Haha. Wish you good luck. | #Person1#'ll dress up as a vampire at Halloween and shows Bill the costume. |
train_11913 | #Person1#: I went to Super Junior's concert last night. It was fantastic.
#Person2#: Really? Their songs are very popular all round Asia now. I am also a big fan of theirs.
#Person1#: Yes, their new album just came out last week. It is number one on the billboard.
#Person2#: I really love their dancing. They are all excellent dancers.
#Person1#: The lyrics of the new song are beautiful, too. Can you sing?
#Person2#: Sure. I think you can hear the song everywhere you go now.
#Person1#: Let's go buy their new album. Want to come with me?
#Person2#: Why not? | #Person1# went to Super Junior's concert last night. Both #Person1# and #Person2# love their songs and dancing. #Person1# invites #Person2# to buy their new album together. |
train_11914 | #Person1#: What's your major weak point?
#Person2#: I haven't been involved in international business, so I don't have any experience.
#Person1#: What are you greatest strength?
#Person2#: Honest, hardworking and responsible.
#Person1#: Does your present employer know you are looking for another job?
#Person2#: No, I haven't discussed my career plan with my present employer, but I am sure he will understand. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s major weak point and the greatest strength. #Person2# hasn't told #Person2#'s employer about #Person2#'s career plan. |
train_11915 | #Person1#: Hi, excuse me, Sir? I'm looking for a dress shoe. My usual pair that I'Ve had for years have finally been stretched out of shape. They don't provide any support anymore.
#Person2#: Sure, what kind of shoe are you looking for? We'Ve got strappy sandals, sleek high heels, edgy pumps, or if you're looking for something a little more practical, we'Ve got Mary Janes, ballerinas.
#Person1#: Show me some classic high heels, please.
#Person2#: Ok, right this way. What color did you have in mind?
#Person1#: Black. Classic.
#Person2#: Of course. We'Ve got this style here that is very popular. Because it's an open-toe shoe, you can wear it any time of the year. They look great on everyone.
#Person1#: Umm. too shiny. And I wear pantyhose with my shoes so let's look for a closed-toe shoe.
#Person2#: OK, these are a very nice pair of leather shoes with a two-inch heel so they are very comfortable.
#Person1#: I don't like the pointed toes. Let me take a look at what else you have. Too high. That one looks like the back would cut into my heel. I have a high instep so I doubt that one will fit properly. I don't want bows. I find slingbacks very uncomfortable. Those might as well be stilettos. Too modern. Ah, finally, this is what I'm looking for.
#Person2#: What size?
#Person1#: Seven-and-a-half.
#Person2#: Here we are. How does it fit?
#Person1#: Hmmm. Not good. They're too tight. The length is right, but the shoe is too narrow and it's pinching my toes. And there'd be no room for my insoles. You know what? I don't think I have the patience for this today. They just don't make shoes like they used to. I'll come back another time.
#Person2#: Have a nice day, Ma'am. | #Person1# wants to buy some classic black high heels. #Person2# recommends open-toe shoes but #Person1# wants close-toe ones and #Person1# doesn't like pointed toes, too. #Person1# then tries one on but is still dissatisfied. #Person1#'ll come back another time. |
train_11916 | #Person1#: I was meaning to ask you if you saw the basketball game on Friday.
#Person2#: I wanted to go, but I couldn't.
#Person1#: It was a great game.
#Person2#: It's too bad that I couldn't make it. Who won?
#Person1#: Our team played hard and won.
#Person2#: I really wish I went to the game.
#Person1#: It was the best game ever.
#Person2#: So tell me the final score.
#Person1#: The other team lost by three points, 101-98.
#Person2#: It must've been a close game.
#Person1#: It really was. You should've gone.
#Person2#: Hopefully, I'll make it to the next one. | #Person2# didn't see the basketball game. #Person1# tells #Person2# their team won and the final score was 101-98. #Person2#'ll make it to the next one. |
train_11917 | #Person1#: You like this china tea set, don't you?
#Person2#: Yes, but can you show me the other colour ones?
#Person1#: Sure. How about the brown one?
#Person2#: No, I don't like the brown one.
#Person1#: The blue one?
#Person2#: Good, I like it.
#Person1#: You've made a good choice. This china tea set is unusual. It was made in Jingdezhen.
#Person2#: It is extremely beautiful. This is the very thing I've been dreaming of. Please put in a gift box for me.
#Person1#: Yes, sir. | #Person2# likes the China tea set and buys a blue one with #Person1#'s assistance. |
train_11918 | #Person1#: Which social problem do you think the government needs to concentrate on most?
#Person2#: I think housing is a big problem. There are thousands of homeless people on the streets.
#Person1#: How would you solve the problem?
#Person2#: I have a good idea to solve it. The government could provide some money for homeless people to build their own homes.
#Person1#: It would probably be very expensive.
#Person2#: I think the government can afford it. Besides, there are many advantages. Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address. They would learn some useful skill for finding jobs i
#Person1#: It's not a bad idea. I think education is the biggest problem at the moment. Schools don't seem to have enough money to educate kids properly.
#Person2#: If we are to invest more money to education, we will need to raise taxes. That wouldn't be popular with voters.
#Person1#: Most voters what everything both ways. They want the government to pay for lots of things, but without increasing taxes.
#Person2#: The government should show that it is using money efficiently. Sometimes you hear about how the government has wasted money on a project.
#Person1#: Yes. The government has limited funds and must show that it is using the money responsibly | #Person2# thinks housing is a big social problem and the government should offer some money for the homeless. #Person1# thinks education is the biggest problem. They both think the government should use money responsibly. |
train_11919 | #Person1#: How far do we have to go?
#Person2#: About 50 miles.
#Person1#: The traffic is not very heavy on this high way, is it? So I'm sure we'll make it.
#Person2#: No, but we'Ve got a hurry. It will be the rush hour soon.
#Person1#: Don't worry. There's plenty of time yet.
#Person2#: But it's Friday today. This road is always jam packed during the weekend, isn't it?
#Person1#: Right. | #Person1# and #Person2# need to go about 50 miles. #Person1# thinks they have plenty of time while #Person2# thinks they must hurry to avoid traffic jams. |
train_11920 | #Person1#: Everyone seems to be on a diet. Have you noticed that?
#Person2#: At least everyone is talking about it. A neighbour of mine is on a banana diet. She eats a banana for breakfast, one for lunch, and two for dinner.
#Person1#: That's bad for the teeth and health. Has she lost any weight?
#Person2#: She doesn't look any thinner. My sister eats eggs to lose weight. Only eggs for breakfast, for lunch, and for dinner.
#Person1#: That's bad for the heart! Something in eggs is good for losing weight, but too many eggs are bad for the heart.
#Person2#: I've read that, too. Then what about a steak diet? One of my cousins doesn't eat anything but steak, even for breakfast.
#Person1#: That's bad for the bank account. The best way to lose weight is to eat less and exercise more. So, look, I'm on the way to the tennis court. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about different dieting ways #Person1#'s neighbor, #Person1#'s sister, and #Person1#'s cousin adopt to lose weight. #Person1# thinks the best way is to eat less and exercise more. |
train_11921 | #Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I would like to buy some notebooks. How much is a notebook?
#Person1#: Two yuan.
#Person2#: I also want some pencils.
#Person1#: How many do you want?
#Person2#: Five notebooks and four pencils.
#Person1#: Did you say five notebooks and four pencils?
#Person2#: Yes. You're right.
#Person1#: Oh, that's twelve yuan.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Thanks. Here are your notebooks and pencils.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person1# helps #Person2# buy five notebooks and four pencils. |
train_11922 | #Person1#: You know the party last night? Lots of old faces from college were there.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: Yeah. Sally was there with her husband; I heard he,s something very high up and important in some business company.
#Person2#: Yes, I heard that too. To tell you the truth, I never really expected her to marry someone successful. She was alway untidy and didn't like to work.
#Person1#: Obviously, she has changed her attitude to life. I mean she was very smartly dressed, and she kept telling me all about how much money their new house had cost.
#Person2#: Seriously.
#Person1#: Yes, she was really proud of it.
#Person2#: Well,she never used to be interested in money at all.
#Person1#: By the way, Simon Fox was at the party.
#Person2#: Was he? I haven't seen him for ages.
#Person1#: Naturally, he couldn't help asking me questions about you.
#Person2#: I think he still thinks that we might get back together one day.
#Person1#: Exactly.
#Person2#: Well, not much chance of that. | #Person1# went to a party last night and tells #Person2# about some old college friends who were there. |
train_11923 | #Person1#: Jeff, I'm going to the supermarket. Do you want to come with me?
#Person2#: I think the supermarket is closed now.
#Person1#: Oh, When does it close?
#Person2#: It closes at 7:00 on Sundays.
#Person1#: That's too bad.
#Person2#: Don't worry, we can go tomorrow morning. It opens at 8:00.
#Person1#: Alright. What do you want to do now?
#Person2#: Let's take a walk for a half an hour. My sister will get here at about 8:30PM and then we can all go out to dinner.
#Person1#: Where does she live?
#Person2#: She lives in San Francisco.
#Person1#: How long has she lived there?
#Person2#: I think she's lived there for about 10 years.
#Person1#: That's a long time. Where did she live before that?
#Person2#: San Diego. | #Person1# invites Jeff to the supermarket but it's closed. Jeff suggests taking a walk and going out to dinner with Jeff's sister who has lived in San Francisco for 10 years. |
train_11924 | #Person1#: Is that your phone?
#Person2#: yes, it's my new business phone. Do you like it?
#Person1#: it's very impressive. Can you use the Internet on your phone?
#Person2#: yes, it's got wireless Internet access.
#Person1#: that's really convenient. Does it have the Bluetooth?
#Person2#: yes, but I don't really use it that often. Have you ever used it?
#Person1#: no, but I think it'd be really great for people like you who are always on the go.
#Person2#: yes, I guess I should try to use it.
#Person1#: does it have a camera?
#Person2#: of course it does. Doesn't every new phone include a camera these days?
#Person1#: I guess so. Would you mind if I checked my email quickly? I'm supposed to be getting an important email this evening from a client.
#Person2#: sure. Here you go.
#Person1#: have you checked your voicemail recently?
#Person2#: no, why?
#Person1#: I think this icon means that you have a voicemail message.
#Person2#: oh, yeah. Probably. I don't really know how to use this phone yet.
#Person1#: do you want to listen to your messages first?
#Person2#: no, it's ok. Check your email first; I'll check my inbox later.
#Person1#: I'm surprised you don't use more of the features on your phone.
#Person2#: I'm surprised you know so much about it. Where's your phone?
#Person1#: it quit working last week and I haven't had a chance to buy a new one yet.
#Person2#: how have you been living without a cell phone for a week? hasn't it been driving you carzy being without a phone?
#Person1#: it's not that bad. It kind of feels like I'm on vacation, not having to answer my phone all the time!
#Person2#: let's go shopping. You can't depend on public phones in this day and age! | #Person2# gets a new phone with wireless Internet access, Bluetooth, and a camera. #Person1# requests to use #Person2#'s phone to check an important e-mail and then #Person1# finds #Person2# has an unread voice message as #Person2# doesn't really know how to use the phone. #Person1#'s phone quits working last week so #Person2# suggests going shopping for a new one. |
train_11925 | #Person1#: We'd like a room with two beds, please.
#Person2#: A double? Let's see . . . I can put you in room 1405. It faces the river and has a wonderful view.
#Person3#: That will be fine. Since we're going to be fourteen stories above the ground, I think we should definitely have a room with a view. Boris, I saw you sitting out on the balcony of our room. I could see you from the street.
#Person1#: That's quite a distance. How could you tell who it was?
#Person3#: I recognized your bright red shirt. But there's something strange. We're in room 1405, right? Well, when I saw you on the balcony, I counted upward. I only got to thirteen. We're on the thirteenth floor.
#Person1#: No, I'm sure we're on the fourteenth floor. The desk clerk said so.
#Person3#: I know! I'll look out the window and count downward. I still say we're only thirteen stories up. | #Person1# and #Person3# get a double room on the fourteenth floor with #Person2#'s assistance. #Person3# tells #Person1# that #Person3# can see #Person1# on the balcony from the street. |
train_11926 | #Person1#: Do you think that climate change is responsible for the recent floods?
#Person2#: It could be. There are floods in this country almost every year, but in recent years they have been more widespread and more frequent.
#Person1#: It seems that the climate in this country is changing.
#Person2#: The summers are hotter. The last three summers have been the hottest for the past 200 years. There have also been stronger winds.
#Person1#: I think that the changing climate is a sign that we are causing too much damage to the environment.
#Person2#: I think you're right. Climate change naturally over time, but I think that human activities are speeding up the change. I wish that government would join together and try to resolve the problem.
#Person1#: Me too. If we don't do something soon, It might be too late. | #Person2# thinks climate change is responsible for the recent floods and #Person1# thinks it reveals human damage to the environment. They hope the governments can solve the problem. |
train_11927 | #Person1#: Do you have experience in advertising?
#Person2#: Yes, I used to have a part-time job in advertising company.
#Person1#: What were you mean duties there?
#Person2#: I mostly did advertising planning.
#Person1#: What qualities do you think an advertising planner should have?
#Person2#: I think an advertising planner should have active thoughts, creative talent, and be sensitive to the changes in the market.
#Person1#: What was the most important thing you have learned at work?
#Person2#: The most important thing I learned was that I must continuously improve my abilities. Advertising is a constantly evolving trade and creativity is an important fact in success. If I want to make in marking in advertising history, I can't stop studying and creating. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s past experience in advertising. #Person1# thinks the most important thing is to continuously improve abilities. |
train_11928 | #Person1#: May, you'll never guess who I met at the cafeteria. Julius Wong.
#Person2#: You mean our former monitor in high school?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: How is she doing? I still remember how excellent she was as chairman of the students union.
#Person1#: She graduated from Fudan University and then got her masters degree at Stanford University and found a job in an accounting company in New York after graduation, but she quit her job several months ago and moved back to Shanghai.
#Person2#: Oh, why?
#Person1#: She said she was bored with working under high pressure and she wanted to make a contribution to our country.
#Person2#: So what is she doing now?
#Person1#: She gives art lessons at Fudan University, her old school. And she asked us to visit her if we are free.
#Person2#: Oh, I'd love to. | #Person1# tells May #Person1# ran into their former monitor in high school who used to work in New York but has come back to Shanghai to give art lessons at Fudan University. |
train_11929 | #Person1#: You're at the Royal Dance School, aren't you?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right. I'm in the second year class. We're all 12 years old.
#Person1#: How many pupils are there at the dance school?
#Person2#: About 120 boys and girls from 11 to 16 years old.
#Person1#: What do you learn?
#Person2#: English language, French, math, music and art.
#Person1#: But when do you learn to dance?
#Person2#: We have a dance class everyday for one hour.
#Person1#: When does your dance class begin?
#Person2#: At 10:30 in the morning. We get up at 7 o'clock and have breakfast at 7:30. There are 2 school lessons before the dance class. School starts at 8:30. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s at the Royal Dance School and tells #Person1# about the school schedule. |
train_11930 | #Person1#: Hello, Milo. I'm having problems finding the Conference Center. I passed the Star Hotel, but couldn't find Denman Street.
#Person2#: OK, Denman Street is closed today, because of a serious accident. So you'll need to get back and take Trinity Way instead. Slow down when you see the gas station and take a right there.
#Person1#: But I can't see Trinity Way on the GPS. Are you sure this is right?
#Person2#: Yes, it's a new street, so it might not show up yet. | Milo tells #Person1# how to get to the Conference Center. |
train_11931 | #Person1#: And so the man with the dark mask rescued the princess from her kidnappers. After helping her off her white horse, the hero leaned over and kissed her.
#Person2#: Wait! I don't want to hear about all that romantic stuff. Why do these stories always have to have kissing in them? Yuck, I hate that. Can't you skip over this part and get to the good stuff?
#Person1#: Well, dear, I think that's enough reading for today. You look like you need some rest. Maybe you'd better go to sleep now. It's too bad, though, because we were just about to get to the exciting part.
#Person2#: OK, OK. Let's keep reading. I want to hear about the fighting and what happens to the bad king.
#Person1#: But I'm not going to skip parts of the story. If you want to hear the rest, you're going to have to listen to the whole thing. | #Person1#'s telling #Person2# a story but #Person2# doesn't like the romantic stuff. #Person2# wants to listen to the fighting part but #Person1# insists on telling the whole thing. |
train_11932 | #Person1#: Hi, John. How was your summer?
#Person2#: Great. I did a lot of exercise. It seemed you lost a lot of weight. How did you do it?
#Person1#: Remember how we used to have fast food every day? Well, I started replacing that with fruits milk and vegetables.
#Person2#: I could lose a few pounds. Would you help me?
#Person1#: Sure. First of all, you can bring almost everything from home, like an apple, some carrots and so on.
#Person2#: A lot cheaper than buying fast food. Why don't we form a healthy food club?
#Person1#: Great idea. | #Person1# lost weight by replacing fast food with fruits, milk, and vegetables. John asks #Person1# to help him lose weight and suggests forming a healthy food club. |
train_11933 | #Person1#: Hello, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to go on a sailing holiday this summer in Italy.
#Person1#: Have you been sailing before?
#Person2#: No, I wanted to go to Sweden last year. But I didn't have enough money.
#Person1#: Well, it is quite expensive. Sailing holiday start at about 300 pounds.
#Person2#: Yes, my friends went in August last year. They paid 450 pounds each. The most I can pay is 380 pounds.
#Person1#: Well, that should be enough. Would you like to be by the sea or a lake?
#Person2#: Well, I'd prefer a lake in the mountains.
#Person1#: Ok, The Aqua Center in north Italy would be a good spot for you. It costs 370 pounds.
#Person2#: Ok, can I pay by credit card? I haven't got my checkbook.
#Person1#: Yes, that's fine. | #Person2# wants a sailing holiday and tells #Person1# #Person2#'s budget. #Person1# recommends the Aqua Center in north Italy. |
train_11934 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. I'll show you to your room.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Could you tell me which bags are yours?
#Person2#: They're over there next to the door. Those three with green tags on them.
#Person1#: Could you wait a moment? I have to get a trolley. May I see your room key, please?
#Person2#: Sure, here it is.
#Person1#: Thank you. Room 402. You're on the 4th floor. This way, please. | #Person1# gets a trolley for #Person2#'s bags and shows #Person2# to the room. |
train_11935 | #Person1#: I'd like to make sure my plane reservation is in order.
#Person2#: May I have your flight number, please?
#Person1#: World Airlines, Flight 201.
#Person2#: And your name, please?
#Person1#: John Anderson.
#Person2#: Yes, sir. You're booked on Flight 201, leaving in one hour.
#Person1#: Thank you. | John Anderson asks #Person2# to check his plane reservation. |
train_11936 | #Person1#: Hey Stacy. What's going on?
#Person2#: I'm pretty tired these days.
#Person1#: Why? You're not working so don't you have a lot of time on your hands?
#Person2#: I have so much house work to do. I have to take care of the kids, cook, clean, laundry, and the cycle never ends.
#Person1#: How about your husband. Does he help much?
#Person2#: Not at all. He comes home and complains about his hard day at work. He expects me to do everything. He even wants me to feed him sometimes. Can you believe that?
#Person1#: That sucks.
#Person2#: If he wasn't so lazy, I think I wouldn't have any complaints. He mows the lawn, but can you believe he tried to convince me to do it?
#Person1#: That's crossing the line.
#Person2#: Oh well. I'll have to live with it. What else can I do? | Stacy tells #Person1# she feels tired because she has so much housework to do. She also complains about her lazy husband who expects Stacy to do everything. |
train_11937 | #Person1#: What's for dinner tonight?
#Person2#: What are you planning on cooking?
#Person1#: I'm not making anything.
#Person2#: If you plan on eating, you are.
#Person1#: What am I supposed to cook?
#Person2#: What do you feel like having?
#Person1#: I want some chicken and potatoes.
#Person2#: That sounds really good.
#Person1#: When are you going to make it?
#Person2#: I have no plans on cooking tonight.
#Person1#: Fine, I'll make it.
#Person2#: I knew that already. | #Person2# has no plans on cooking tonight, so #Person1# will make it. |
train_11938 | #Person1#: Hello miss. Can I see your ticket number?
#Person2#: Sure, here you are. And here are my application forms as well.
#Person1#: Thank you miss. . . Wang. I'm Bob Jones and I'll be handling your application.
#Person2#: Nice to meet you Mr. Jones.
#Person1#: The first step is to determine your eligibility for a U. S. visa. Let's see here. . . you're applying for a special business visa. Why is that?
#Person2#: Well, my first order of business will be attending a conference in Seattle, but after that I intend to spend two weeks visiting my friends. I assumed a business visa would be required.
#Person1#: I think a regular visitor's visa should suffice. With this visa, you can stay in the United States for up to 90 days.
#Person2#: So I can attend conferences and do business on that visa?
#Person1#: Yes. You are free to do temporary business with this visa. If you were planning on setting up a new business in the U. S. you might need to apply for a long-term visa.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. I think 90 days is more than enough time. | Miss Wang will attend a conference and visit friends in the U.S. Bob Jones determines Miss Wang's eligibility for a U.S. visa and tells her a regular visitor's visa should suffice. |
train_11939 | #Person1#: After you go back to your country, I think I will invite you to my home someday.
#Person2#: Thank you! I would love to!
#Person1#: What's the weather like in your country? I suppose it must be warmer than here.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. We have rather mild winters. It always has much sunshine in winter. But it was very foggy when I left two days ago. I knew it would be colder here, but I thought there would be a lot of snow.
#Person1#: We don't have much snow in winter in Beijing. In fact, we haven't had any so far this winter. The winter is rather long, but the cold is generally not severe. The temperature seldom gets as low as ten below zero Centigrade.
#Person2#: What is the temperature today, do you know?
#Person1#: About freezing point, I think. But the morning's forecast said that we are going to have a very cold spell in the next few days - and the temperature will probably drop to 10 or 15 degrees below zero.
#Person2#: Oh, I'm very lucky that my wife let me take a heavy overcoat.
#Person1#: It is considerate of your wife.
#Person2#: Yes, she is. By the way, what is the best season in Beijing?
#Person1#: Fall is the best season in Beijing. It's neither hot nor cold. The sky is clear and blue. There's hardly any wind, only a slight breeze which is hardly noticeable. And we have plenty of sunshine too.
#Person2#: Really? Then I will come to Beijing in the fall next time.
#Person1#: Good, you are welcome. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the different winter weather in #Person2#'s country and Beijing. They also talk about today's temperature and the best season in Beijing. #Person1# welcomes #Person2# to come to Beijing in the fall. |
train_11940 | #Person1#: How big is this parking lot in our community?
#Person2#: It has fifty parking spaces.
#Person1#: So you guys should be always busy.
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: I bet it is always full of cars.
#Person2#: Quite the contrary, sir. Plenty of the spaces here are free when people drive their cars out to work.
#Person1#: Ah. . . I see.
#Person2#: We plan to rent some of them out at the hourly rates.
#Person1#: What is the hourly rate for a car like this?
#Person2#: I am not sure. But it'll be at least ten yuan an hour.
#Person1#: How mush would it cost if someone parks here for one hour and ten minutes?
#Person2#: That would be twenty yuan, sir. We charge only by the number of hours, no split of each hour.
#Person1#: That's expensive. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the parking lot in the community isn't always busy, so #Person2# decides to rent some of the spaces out at the hourly rates. |
train_11941 | #Person1#: Bell Computers Limited, can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello, I'd like to speak to Mike please.
#Person1#: Hold on please.
#Person2#: Hello, I'm afraid Mike's unavailable right now. He's in a meeting. Can I take a message?
#Person1#: Yes, can you please let him know I called and ask him to call me back as soon as he can? My name's Mary, and I'm calling from Happy Travel. My number is 123 456 789.
#Person2#: Sorry, could you repeat that please?
#Person1#: Yes, 123 456 789, Mary from Happy Travel. Have you got that?
#Person2#: Let me read that back to you, 123 456 789, Mary from Happy Travel. I'll ask him to get back you as soon as he can.
#Person1#: Great. Thanks.
#Person2#: Anything else?
#Person1#: No, that's it. Thanks. Bye.
#Person2#: Bye. | Mary wants to speak to Mike. #Person2# tells her Mike is unavailable and helps her to leave a message. |
train_11942 | #Person1#: Good morning!
#Person2#: Good morning, Gav! Did you sleep well last night?
#Person1#: I slept like a baby. I fell asleep right away last night, didn't wake up once, and didn't have any nightmares!
#Person2#: That's great news! You look much more relaxed than you did yesterday.
#Person1#: I feel much better, but I'm still worried about something.
#Person2#: What's that?
#Person1#: Well, I have to drive to school for a meeting this morning, and I'm going to end up getting stuck in rush-hour traffic.
#Person2#: That's annoying, but nothing to worry about.
#Person1#: For me, traffic jams are quite stressful, because I'm pretty impatient. How can I prevent myself from getting stressed if I get stuck in a traffic jam?
#Person2#: Just breathe deeply when you feel yourself getting upset.
#Person1#: Ok, I'll try that.
#Person2#: Is there anything else bothering you?
#Person1#: Just one more thing. A school called me this morning to see if I could teach a few classes this weekend and I don't know what to do.
#Person2#: Do you have any other plans this weekend?
#Person1#: I'm supposed to work on a paper that'd due on Monday.
#Person2#: Try not to take on more than you can handle.
#Person1#: You're right. I probably should just work on my paper. Thanks! | Gav felt much better because he slept well last night but he worries about the traffic jam and the classes. #Person2# suggests breathing deeply when Gav feels getting upset and trying not to take on more than he can handle. |
train_11943 | #Person1#: Which team do you think will emerge with the last laugh in this World Cup?
#Person2#: I wish it could be Germany. But it seems they are not in a very good conditions.
#Person1#: No, they aren't. They had a hard time in the group stage and only sealed a sit in the eighth-finals with Wallack's header in the final three minutes. Just think, group A consists of Austria, China, and Saudi Arabia, all of which are minnows.
#Person2#: It seems they've been out of luck since the beginning of the event. Their shots hit the woodwork as many as six times. Oh. my goodness! I'm afraid the team is under a spell.
#Person1#: Well, at least the Germans have demonstrated a very good ability to control the midfield. They recorded a total of 62 tackles in the match against Austria. And they to be endowed with perfect positional sense. I think that will give rise to scoring chances sooner or later.
#Person2#: I agree. Eeven though German attackers are not good at dribbling past opposing defenders, they breach the defensive line through quick movements to the right attacking positions and through accurate, well-timed passes.
#Person1#: That's why I still have very high hopes for the team. Now that the tournament has proceeded into the knock-out stage, the Germans will probably make it through to the finals.
#Person2#: Yes. They have a good reputation for their tenacity and discipline, especially in vital, decisive encounters. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the World Cup. #Person2# thinks Germans are not in a very good condition but then agrees with #Person1# that they still have very high hopes since they have a good reputation for their tenacity and discipline. |
train_11944 | #Person1#: I can't decide whether to go to university or to get a job.
#Person2#: Well, if I were you, I'd go on studying.
#Person1#: But I don't even know what to study.
#Person2#: If I had chance again, I'd major in English. You're good at language.
#Person1#: That's what my parents want me to do.
#Person2#: You should take their advice. They know what's best for you.
#Person1#: But my friends will have jobs and lots of fun, while I spend all my time doing reading and writing.
#Person2#: But if you go to university, you'll still have time for fun.
#Person1#: Hm, what you say makes sense. But you know, I still have to ask my parents for pocket money, and I hate to do so at this age.
#Person2#: And if you try to find a part-time job, you'll have some money too.
#Person1#: You're right. Thank you for the advice. | #Person1# can't decide whether to go to university or to get a job. #Person2# suggests going to university where #Person1# still has time for fun and can find a part-time job. |
train_11945 | #Person1#: I want to take Shield on a date but I don't have much money.
#Person2#: What does she like to do?
#Person1#: She likes to golf, dance, and eat foreign food.
#Person2#: Hmm. Sounds like she has pretty pricey tastes.
#Person1#: Well, I really like being with her.
#Person2#: Have you thought about going Dutch?
#Person1#: Dutch, where's that?
#Person2#: Not where, what. Dutch means you both pay your own way.
#Person1#: Oh. I wonder if she'll go for that. | #Person1# doesn't have much money for dating with Shield. #Person2# suggests going Dutch and explains what it is. |
train_11946 | #Person1#: Mark, you've been coming home late these days. What are you busy doing?
#Person2#: Nothing important. I've been working overtime lately.
#Person1#: How many hours do you work each day now?
#Person2#: 12 hours, including 5 hours overtime.
#Person1#: That's tough indeed! Do you think your health can afford?
#Person2#: I don't care. I need money.
#Person1#: Surely you'll be paid extra for overtime, but do you think it's really worth?
#Person2#: Yes, I think so. When I work overtime I'm paid time and a half.
#Person1#: Oh, yes. Money comes faster in that way than otherwise.
#Person2#: But jobs with a lot of overtime are quite limited. Employers usually don't like to pay for overtime if they can manage.
#Person1#: That's true. | Mark has been working overtime. #Person1# asks if he thinks it's worth it. Mark thinks so because he will be paid time and a half. |
train_11947 | #Person1#: I used to think that Americans had so much money they didn't know what to do with it.
#Person2#: You did?
#Person1#: Yes. But now I'Ve learned differently. Now I have a more realistic opinion.
#Person2#: What do you think now?
#Person1#: There are lots of jobs, and almost everybody works. There is a high standard of living. People earn a lot, but they spend a lot to live. So there isn't so much money after all.
#Person2#: But I still say Americans spend a lot more money on useless things than we Chinese do.
#Person1#: That's true. But Americans work hard for their money like we do. I don't know why our spending habits are so different. | #Person1# and #Person2# agree that Americans and Chinese both work hard to earn money but they have different spending habits. |
train_11948 | #Person1#: Hi, Mikel. What's with you? You look angry.
#Person2#: No, I just check my weight, I'm getting fatter.
#Person1#: True, you are getting a really pot belly, aren't you?
#Person2#: I'll get you for that comments, George.
#Person1#: Just kidding, Mikel. Why don't you come work out with me?
#Person2#: ah, I don't know a fit works. Last time, all I saw the gym were bunch of lidos, like me.
#Person1#: It works if you keep at it. Come on, let's go!
#Person2#: All right. But so help me it's a better work.
#Person1#: This feels great. I'm all reed up. I can keep going all night.
#Person2#: Not me. I'm too hot and I'm too tired.
#Person1#: Exercise has no benefit unless you sweat like a pig.
#Person2#: Well, that's not for me.
#Person1#: Thanks for coming, it was a real blessed.
#Person2#: It wasn't as good as you think.
#Person1#: You'll get used to it, Mikel, trust me. | Mikel is getting fatter. George invites him to work out together. But Mikel thinks exercise is not for him. George keeps encouraging Mikel. |
train_11949 | #Person1#: Do you know which stop we get off at?
#Person2#: We still have more to go, I think.
#Person1#: We've been on this bus for a while now.
#Person2#: You're right.
#Person1#: Should we have gotten off the bus already?
#Person2#: I don't think so.
#Person1#: I thought you knew.
#Person2#: Maybe we did miss our stop.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: I'm positive that we missed our stop.
#Person1#: I'm never catching the bus with you again.
#Person2#: My mistake. | #Person2# and #Person1# missed the stop and #Person1#'ll never catch the bus with #Person2# again. |
train_11950 | #Person1#: It's time for you to wake up.
#Person2#: Give me five more minutes. I'm really tired this morning.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but it's time for you to get ready for school.
#Person2#: I get that, but let me just sleep for a little bit longer.
#Person1#: You're not going to get up in five minutes if I let you fall back asleep.
#Person2#: Believe me. I will get up and get ready in five minutes.
#Person1#: There's a lot that you need to do this morning.
#Person2#: I understand, and it will get done after I wake up in five minutes.
#Person1#: I would like for you to not be late for school.
#Person2#: I'm going to be on time today.
#Person1#: Go back to sleep then, but only five more minutes.
#Person2#: Thanks a lot. | #Person1# wakes #Person2# up and agrees that #Person2# can sleep for five more minutes after #Person2# promises to be on time. |
train_11951 | #Person1#: Do you have a reservation, sir?
#Person2#: No, I am afraid we don't.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. The restaurant is full now. You have to wait for about half an hour. Would you care to have a drink at the lounge until a table is available?
#Person2#: No, thanks. We'll come back later. May I reserve a table for two?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. May I have your name, sir?
#Person2#: Bruce. By the way. Can we have a table by the window?
#Person1#: We'll try to arrange it but I can't guarantee, sir.
#Person2#: That's fine. | Bruce reserves a table at #Person1#'s restaurant, which is full now and will come back later. |
train_11952 | #Person1#: Hello Mr. Janus. What can we do for you today?
#Person2#: Hello, Miao Ping. It's that time again ; I want to convert my salary. You know, it's so annoying. I wish my company could just pay me in RIB.
#Person1#: Haha! I actually think that many locals would disagree with you ; they are all dying to be paid in US dollars.
#Person2#: Yes, I guess you are right. So, do you need my passport?
#Person1#: Thanks, Mr. Janus. Of course I trust you, but regulations are regulations.
#Person2#: Here you go.
#Person1#: Thanks. And of course, could you fill in the exchange form? | Mr. Janus comes to Miao Ping to convert his salary to RMB. Miao Ping needs his passport and asks him to fill in the exchange form. |
train_11953 | #Person1#: Good morning. I understand that you'Ve got a problem with your washing machine. I'm from the repair company.
#Person2#: Excellent. Come in please. The washing machine is in the bathroom upstairs. It keeps breaking down.
#Person1#: When did it first break down?
#Person2#: About ten days ago. I'Ve tried to use it since then. Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't. it's very frustrating.
#Person1#: Is it still under warranty. If it is and I can't fix it, it would be quicker and easier to exchange it for a new one.
#Person2#: Yes, it's still under warranty. Over the last few weeks, it's also been making a high-pitch noise when it's in use.
#Person1#: Ok. I'll start by looking at the motor. I'll just unplug it and take a look inside the machine. . . oh, yes. There's the problem. It's quite simple. I'll sort it out in a few minutes.
#Person2#: What's wrong with it?
#Person1#: Part of the motor is loose. I can put it back in place quite easily.
#Person2#: That's great. Thanks very much. Would you like a cup of tea or coffee? | #Person2#'s washing machine keeps breaking down. #Person1# who is from the repair company comes to check and finds part of the motor is loose. #Person1# can put it back in place easily. |
train_11954 | #Person1#: What's the matter here?
#Person2#: Somebody broke into my house in the morning.
#Person1#: When did you find out?
#Person2#: About 12 o'clock, when I came home from work.
#Person1#: Apparently forced entry. The lock is battered to pieces.
#Person2#: I wonder how the burglar did it.
#Person1#: He is so unskillful. I have never seen such an awkward burglar.
#Person2#: That's because we have a strong lock.
#Person1#: Probably. Let's check the inside then.
#Person2#: Did you find anything?
#Person1#: Yes, the house was in a terrible mess. It was almost turned upside down by the burglar.
#Person2#: Oh, er. . . sorry that's because we didn't have time to clean it.
#Person1#: You mean it is not created by the burglar?
#Person2#: Definitely not, sir. | #Person2#'s house was broken into. #Person1# comes to check and thinks the burglar caused the mess. But actually, that's because #Person2# didn't clean it. |
train_11955 | #Person1#: Hello?
#Person2#: Hi Tina, It's Joe.
#Person1#: Hi Joe.
#Person2#: How's the weather there today?
#Person1#: It's really cold. It snowed all day and the schools closed early.
#Person2#: What's the temperature?
#Person1#: It's 30 degrees now. It was even colder this morning.
#Person2#: Have you heard what the weather is going to be like tomorrow?
#Person1#: I was watching the news a little earlier. They said it's probably going to snow tomorrow.
#Person2#: I really don't like the winter. I wish it were summer.
#Person1#: Me too. How's the weather where you are?
#Person2#: It's not too bad, but it's pretty cold here too. It was about 45 today and it rained this afternoon. I heard it's going to be a little warmer tomorrow. | Joe and Tina talk about the cold weather and temperature at each other's place. They like summer but don't like winter. |
train_11956 | #Person1#: What's combined transportation?
#Person2#: If the goods are to be transshipped from one means of transportation to another during the course of the entire voyage, it's called'combined transportation'.
#Person1#: Why is it necessary?
#Person2#: It's simpler and cheaper to arrange multi-model combined transportation. | #Person2# explains to #Person1# what is combined transportation and why it's necessary. |
train_11957 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. Which service do you require.
#Person2#: I need to increase the amount of my L / C. It's quite a new one ; I opened it 12 days ago.
#Person1#: What you need to do is apply for an amendment on your existing L / C.
#Person2#: How do I go about that?
#Person1#: You'll need to fill in this application form and there is a charge of 30 US dollars for this.
#Person2#: OK, you can take that from my account. I'll fill in the form now.
#Person1#: Thanks. Yes. . . that's all in order. What we will do now is send the L / C amendment to the negotiating bank. As soon as we know anything, we'll contact you. | #Person2# wants to increase the amount of #Person2#'s L/C. #Person1# asks #Person2# to fill in an application form and pay for it. |
train_11958 | #Person1#: Can I bring you anything else?
#Person2#: No, thank you. Just the check.
#Person1#: Let me get this.
#Person2#: No, it is my treat.
#Person1#: Are you sure?
#Person2#: Yes, I owed you for last time.
#Person1#: All right. If you insist. Next time it is on me, though. | #Person2# insists on treating #Person1# and #Person1# agrees. |
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