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train_12259 | #Person1#: Hello Mike! Would you like a drink?
#Person2#: No, thank you. I had too much to drink yesterday evening. I had a bad hangover this morning. My head felt terrible.
#Person1#: Were you celebrating something?
#Person2#: Yes. It was a friend's birthday party. We drank all kinds of things-beer, wine and spirits. After midnight , we were even drinking cocktails!
#Person1#: It's a bad idea to drink a combination of alcoholic drinks. You should stick with one for the whole evening.
#Person2#: I know, but it was a celebration, you kwon? I don't think I've see you drunk.
#Person1#: I usually only drink beer and I rarely drink more than a few pints.
#Person2#: You are a sensible drinker. Anyway, I'm not going to drink any alcohol this evening. I don't' want another bad hangover.
#Person1#: Let me buy you a soft drink then. How about a coke?
#Person2#: Yeah. That's a good idea. I heard that coke was first used as a medicine.
#Person1#: Rally? . . . barman! . . . a large coke with ice and lemon, please... thanks. Here's the money.
#Person2#: Are you going to the wine tasting tomorrow?
#Person1#: Yes. I thought it might be interesting to learn a little about wine...
#Person2#: ... and taste a few! There will be wines from several countries and an expert to give advice on which wines are good and which ones are not.
#Person1#: Yes. I'm looking forward to it. | Mike had a bad hangover because he drank a combination of alcoholic drinks at the birthday party last night. #Person1# orders a coke for Mike and they are looking forward to the wine tasting tomorrow. |
train_12260 | #Person1#: Excuse me, do you have the latest issue of Newsworld?
#Person2#: Yes, this week's issue just came in. Here it is.
#Person1#: How about Music Madness?
#Person2#: Let me check. . . yes, we got the October issue a few days ago. It's on that shelf over there.
#Person1#: Okay, I'll take these two magazines and a copy of Today's Post. | #Person1# buys two magazines and a copy of Today's post from #Person2#. |
train_12261 | #Person1#: Sam, who is this in this picture?
#Person2#: Emm, oh, that's my brother, Chris. He went sailing that one time, but he didn't like it. He is a good climber though. He spends every weekend doing that.
#Person1#: And is this him, too?
#Person2#: No, that's my uncle, Steve. He goes skiing 3 times a year. He likes playing basketball, too.
#Person1#: And your sister Laura is in the school football team, isn't she?
#Person2#: She does play for their school, but for the volleyball team. | Sam tells #Person2# about his brother Chris, uncle Steve and sister Laura in the picture and the sports they like. |
train_12262 | #Person1#: Hi Fiona, I've known the result of the writing competition that you entered. You've done a great piece of writing.
#Person2#: Thank you. I wasn't really expecting to win.
#Person1#: So the results was a great surprise.
#Person2#: Yes, but I guess I wasn't satisfied with my writing at all. Anyway, I know you're really good at writing so can you have a look at that sometime? It'll be great if you could give me some help on how I could improve. I really want to be a journalist like you when I'm older. | Fiona gets an unexpectedly good result of the writing competition. Fiona wants #Person1# to help her with writing. |
train_12263 | #Person1#: Shelby Museum information desk, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, please. Could you tell me what the museum's opening hours are?
#Person1#: Certainly, opening hours are from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm daily.
#Person2#: I see. Oh, and one more thing, how much does each ticket cost?
#Person1#: Admission is $2.50 for adults and one dollar for children. Members of the Shelby Museum society are admitted free of charge. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the opening time and the ticket price of Shelby Museum. |
train_12264 | #Person1#: Good morning. I'd like to join the school volunteer project, but I'm not sure what I should do.
#Person2#: OK, don't worry. Let me help you. What do you like doing?
#Person1#: I love writing stories.
#Person2#: Well, you must be good at telling stories. Am I right?
#Person1#: Yes, of course.
#Person2#: Then why not help us look after children on weekends?
#Person1#: That's a good idea. I can tell them stories. I am sure children will love my stories and me.
#Person2#: I agree with you. Can you tell me your name and telephone number?
#Person1#: Oh, sorry. I nearly forgot. I am Jim Green. My telephone number is 8832765. | #Person2# helps Jim join the volunteer project and suggests that Jim can look after children and tell them stories on weekends since Jim loves writing stories. |
train_12265 | #Person1#: French is so hard, do you know what's the most difficult part for me?
#Person2#: The grammar?
#Person1#: Yes, but only one particular area. I can't remember if a word is male or female.
#Person2#: You have to just remember those.
#Person1#: But there are so many and I can't find a pattern. For instance, the moon is female and the sun is male. I know those are common in different languages, but a chair is female and hair is male. I think that hair would be considered female. I just don't get it.
#Person2#: It can be very confusing, don't let it get you down, Andy. You're doing well this term. One bad quiz score will hardly affect your grade. Your reading is excellent and so is your writing, you'll get used to this part of the language soon enough. | Andy thinks it difficult to learn French because it's hard to remember if a word is male or female. #Person2# encourages Andy. |
train_12266 | #Person1#: It was very nice of you to invite me.
#Person2#: I'm very glad you could come, Doctor Wong. What would you like?
#Person1#: This is my first time at a Chinese restaurant. Could you tell me the different features of Chinese food?
#Person2#: Generally speaking, Beijing food is a bit oily. Shanghai food is rather light and Hunan dishes are very spicy.
#Person1#: Chinese dishes are delicious. They have a very nice color, too.
#Person2#: Would you like some dessert?
#Person1#: No, thanks. I'm quite full.
#Person2#: Did you enjoy the meal?
#Person1#: It's the most delicious dinner I've ever had.
#Person2#: I'm so glad you like it. | #Person2# tells Doctor Wong about the different features of Chinese food when Wong comes to a Chinese restaurant. Wong enjoyed the dinner. |
train_12267 | #Person1#: I don't know what to do. I start off studying, but I always end up doing something else.
#Person2#: I'll help you, but please listen to me. Now first turn off your music. Music doesn't help you study.
#Person1#: OK, no music.
#Person2#: Have an Apple and a glass of water on your desk before you start. Here you are.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: Because then you don't need to go to the kitchen for something to eat or drink.
#Person1#: OK.
#Person2#: Turn off your phone.
#Person1#: No way.
#Person2#: Yes, it stops you working. If you turn it out, it's easier to concentrate. You can read your messages later.
#Person1#: OK. But I can't turn off the internet on my computer. I need it to look up information.
#Person2#: OK. But you can turn off your instant messages.
#Person1#: I know, mom.
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Thanks. | #Person1# cannot concentrate on the study. #Person1#'s mom tells #Person1# to turn off the music, phone, and instant message and then asks #Person1# to get an apple and water before starts. |
train_12268 | #Person1#: What are your thoughts on the apartment?
#Person2#: I think that it ' s absolutely gorgeous.
#Person1#: There aren ' t any problems with the apartment?
#Person2#: I think that the apartment looks very nice, but I do see some problems.
#Person1#: What problems?
#Person2#: I did notice a few stains in the carpet.
#Person1#: We will have the carpet cleaned before you move in.
#Person2#: You will?
#Person1#: Yes, but other than that, are there any more problems?
#Person2#: That was the only thing that I saw that was wrong with the apartment.
#Person1#: I ' m happy that you find this apartment so appealing.
#Person2#: It is. I love it. | #Person2# thinks the apartment is gorgeous but the carpet is dirty. #Person1# will clean the carpet before #Person2# moves in. |
train_12269 | #Person1#: So, what do you plan to do today?
#Person2#: There is a Matisse exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art. Larry and I will go.
#Person1#: Did you buy tickets already?
#Person2#: No. Do we need tickets?
#Person1#: Well, probably. Probably you will have to wait in line if you don't have tickets.
#Person2#: Outside or inside?
#Person1#: Outside, on the sidewalk.
#Person2#: Hmm. It's very cold today.But I brought my jacket. Maybe it will be alright to wait.
#Person1#: The MYOMA is very popular. There will be a lot of people.
#Person2#: MYOMA? What's that?
#Person1#: Oh, sorry.It stands for the Museum of Modern Art. It's an acronym. M O M A MYOMA.
#Person2#: I see. Do you have any suggestions for other things we should do?
#Person1#: I suggest you go to the Jewish Museum.It ' s not far from the Guggenheim, near Central Park. It is really very interesting.Also, there is a great museum of medieval European art further up north.It ' s called the Cloisters.
#Person2#: How can we get up there?
#Person1#: You can take a bus.
#Person2#: But Larry says the neighborhoods in the north are dangerous. | #Person2#'ll go to the Museum of Modern Art with Larry but #Person2# doesn't buy tickets. #Person1# thinks they'll wait in line for a long time and suggest going to the Jewish Museum by bus. |
train_12270 | #Person1#: What is the annual salary for this job?
#Person2#: The annual salary is sixty-five thousand dollars per year.
#Person1#: What does the benefits package include?
#Person2#: This job pays for half of your medical, dental, and disability.
#Person1#: Do we get paid time off?
#Person2#: You have a total of 21 days paid time off which can be used for vacation, personal, or sick leave.
#Person1#: How about retirement?
#Person2#: We still offer a traditional retirement plan that pays out if you stay with the company for 5 years or more.
#Person1#: Can I get company provided specialized training?
#Person2#: We offer full tuition reimbursement for job related classes.
#Person1#: Where is the benefits office?
#Person2#: It's on the second floor in Suite 201. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the details of the job, including the annual salary, the benefits package, retirement and so on. |
train_12271 | #Person1#: Were you in a leadership position when you were a college student?
#Person2#: Yes. I was president of the Student Council of our university.
#Person1#: Did you get any honors or awards at your university?
#Person2#: Yes. I was elected Excellent Party Member for four academic years.
#Person1#: Were you involved in any club activities at your university?
#Person2#: Yes. I was a member of the Student Poetry Society. I like writing poems in my spare time.
#Person1#: What extracurricular activities did you usually take part in at your college?
#Person2#: I sometimes played table tennis and sometimes played basketball. | #Person2# answers #Person1#'s questions about #Person2#'s leadership position, honors or awards, club experience, and extracurricular activities in college. |
train_12272 | #Person1#: Thank God! I am finished writing that service guide! It took me forever!
#Person2#: When did you finish?
#Person1#: This morning! No more overtime, and no more headaches!
#Person2#: Well, I ' m glad to hear it. Have a cup of coffee! | #Person1# happily tells #Person2# #Person1# finished the service guide. |
train_12273 | #Person1#: Hello, thanks for calling 123 Tech Help, I'm Todd. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello? Can you help me? My computer! Oh man. . .
#Person1#: It's okay sir, calm down. What happened?
#Person2#: I turned on my laptop and it broke! I mean, the monitor went black!
#Person1#: Ok, sir, it sounds like you might have a virus.
#Person2#: I don't feel sick, . . . let me check. . . Nope! No fever, I'm fine.
#Person1#: No, your computer might have a virus, I mean, it has a bad program on it. Maybe that's why it crashed. I recommend that you run an antivirus program in order to safely remove any unwanted spyware or Trojans.
#Person2#: Phew!. . . Wait a minute, CRASH? ? !! Spyware? Trojans! What? where? when? ! | #Person2#'s computer broke and calls Todd. Todd thinks the computer has a virus and recommends #Person2# run an antivirus program. |
train_12274 | #Person1#: Cindy, can you show me how to call Connecticut?
#Person2#: Who do you know there?
#Person1#: A good friend of mine is there on a homestay program, too.
#Person2#: I see.
#Person1#: Is it expensive to make out-of-state calls?
#Person2#: Yeah, but it isn't more expensive than international calls.
#Person1#: What do I do here?
#Person2#: Easy. Dial the area code for Connecticut ; then dial your friend's number.
#Person1#: That's it?
#Person2#: Check the local time before you call. You don't want to wake your friend up by accident. | Cindy shows #Person1# how to make an out-of-state call to contact #Person1#'s friend. Cindy reminds #Person2# to check the local time. |
train_12275 | #Person1#: Honey, we are all out of wine and cheese. Do you mind running to the deli and picking up a few things?
#Person2#: Can't it wait? I'm watching the game right now!
#Person1#: Your friends and family are coming over tonight and we still need to get a lot of things.
#Person2#: Fine! What do you need?
#Person1#: OK, pick up some cured meats to go with the wine. Maybe a pound of polish sausages, ham, liverwurst, salami and any other cold cuts that are on sale. I think I saw a promotion for pastrami. Also get s
#Person2#: Whoa wait a minute! Isn't that a bit too much? I mean, how much is all of this going to cost!
#Person1#: Never mind that. Get some dips as well. Get a jar of spinach and blue cheese dip and also some Tzatziki. If they have bean dip get that as well. Last but not least, get some pickles.
#Person2#: Is that all, your majesty?
#Person1#: Very funny! Get a move on! People will be here any minute. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to buy things because they'll treat the friends and family tonight. #Person2# refuses at first but then agrees. #Person1# lists many things including several kinds of meat, dips, pickles and wine. |
train_12276 | #Person1#: Look at these clothes designed by top fashion designer like Versacci, Calvin Klein, and Vivienne Westwood. What do you think of them?
#Person2#: Well, they look lovely, but they're not very practical. I mean, would you wear that dress to the office or walking down the street?
#Person1#: I know what you mean. People would stare at you in amazement if you wore something like that in an everyday situation. I suppose only extravagant rich people wear them at cocktail parties.
#Person2#: Maybe. I'm not sure why they have fashion shows like this. Hardly anyone will buy those clothes. The clothes you see are nothing like the ones that ordinary people wear. It seems like a waste of money.
#Person1#: I think that the designers hold these fashion shows for a few reasons. First, it's just like a big party. They can meet each other and network. The other thing is that it is great advertising. All the journalists and photographers are there. Thirdly, it give them a chance to show what they would like to see people wearing.
#Person2#: You meant it's an expression of their fantasies?
#Person1#: Yes. I think the designers are saying that these clothes are what they would like to see people wear if those people weren't concerned with what other people might think. In a way, the designers are saying ' don't worry about what others think. Wear what you like!'.
#Person2#: Very philosophical. I think they design these clothes more for publicity. They try to see who can be the most extreme and outrageous, but still stylish.
#Person1#: Come on. All this fashion has reminded me that I want to buy some clothes. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about top fashion clothes and designers. #Person2# thinks those clothes are unpractical and can't understand such kinds of fashion shows. #Person1# thinks people hold fashion shows because it's like a party with great advertising. #Person2# thinks it's for fashion publicity. Seeing these fashionable clothes makes #Person1# want to buy clothes. |
train_12277 | #Person1#: What about you, Ernie? How did you get into pop music?
#Person2#: Well I always hear it on the radio, so I started to get into it.
#Person1#: Yeah, if something is on the radio it must be really good.
#Person2#: I totally agree! | #Person1# and Ernie agree that music on the radio must be good. |
train_12278 | #Person1#: Mr. : Hello, Mary.
#Person2#: Hi.
#Person1#: Mr. : I'm Mr. Taylor, and I'm your counselor. I'm going to show you around the school.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: Mr. : Right here is the cafeteria.
#Person2#: It's huge!
#Person1#: Mr. : But not big enough. And here is our computer room.
#Person2#: There must be about 50 computers in here.
#Person1#: Mr. : And over here is our gymnasium.
#Person2#: Do I have to take gym?
#Person1#: Mr. : Just like everyone else. | Mr. Taylor, a counselor, shows Mary around the school. |
train_12279 | #Person1#: Hi, Ann. I was wondering if you are free tomorrow night?
#Person2#: Well, George. I guess I am. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: I've just gotten a pair of pre-sale Star Wars movie tickets from a friend and was thinking of inviting you along for the opening premiere. Are you interested?
#Person2#: Yeah, definitely! Thanks for inviting me.
#Person1#: My pleasure.
#Person2#: I really wanted to watch the Star Wars on the opening day, but the pre-sale tickets were sold out. How did you manage to get hold of them?
#Person1#: A friend of mine works at the corporate headquarters of Pepsi, which is a major sponsor of the movie. He was able to get the tickets for free, and then he sold two more for me for 50 dollars a piece.
#Person2#: You paid 50 dollars for each ticket? That's a huge premium over the regular price.
#Person1#: Not really. Considering the fact that other people were willing to pay as much as 200 dollars each on the black market. Besides, I knew you were really looking forward to watching Star Wars on the opening day.
#Person2#: Wow! I am really honored you went through all this trouble just for my sake. I really appreciate that. So, what time are we going?
#Person1#: Well, let's see. The movie stars at 10. We should be there at least 1 hour earlier, because there is a big line. I could pick you up at your house at 8, if that's ok with you.
#Person2#: 8 pm, that's fine with me.
#Person1#: Okay.
#Person2#: So I'll see you tomorrow then at 8.
#Person1#: Yeah, that's great. I'll see you tomorrow night.
#Person2#: Ok, George. Bye!
#Person1#: Bye, Ann! | George invites Ann to watch the opening premiere of Star Wars. Ann wonders how he gets the tickets because the pre-sale tickets were sold out. George says he paid 50 dollars a ticket from a friend. Ann appreciates it. George will pick up Ann at Ann's house at 8 tomorrow night. |
train_12280 | #Person1#: We're forming a study group to prepare for the finals. Do you want to join us?
#Person2#: But the semester just started? Why the rush?
#Person1#: After you try it once this way, I don't think you'll ever put off studying till the end again.
#Person2#: How often do you meet?
#Person1#: We plan to get together once a week.
#Person2#: What days, do you know?
#Person1#: We were talking about Wednesday evenings at the library, from seven to eight.
#Person2#: Okay, count me in. | #Person1# invites #Person2# to join a study group for finals. #Person2# agrees. |
train_12281 | #Person1#: Mary, I heard you moved again.
#Person2#: Yeah. I could not stand living here. There is always much noise in the neighborhood.
#Person1#: You mean noise? How could it be?
#Person2#: You know, on weekends when we wanted to have late rise in the morning, our neighbour started to raise Cain. | Mary tells #Person1# she moved again because the neighbor is noisy. |
train_12282 | #Person1#: I'd like to purchase a parking permit for next semester.
#Person2#: Are you a daytime student or do you just come in the evenings?
#Person1#: I am a daytime student.
#Person2#: Will you be driving a motorcycle or a car?
#Person1#: I will be driving my car.
#Person2#: OK, that will be twenty-five dollars. How would you like to pay for it?
#Person1#: I'll pay for it with a check.
#Person2#: Would you like to pay for any extra permits for another vehicle?
#Person1#: No, thanks ; I'm fine.
#Person2#: Here you go then. Have a great school year! | #Person1# purchases a car parking permit for the daytime. #Person2# charges #Person1# twenty-five dollars by check. |
train_12283 | #Person1#: Don't worry. I'm sure you'll do better next time.
#Person2#: I didn't realize it was so difficult though I know I'm always too nervous in such competition.
#Person1#: It doesn't matter. Forget it.
#Person2#: I don't think I performed well.
#Person1#: Oh! That's much hetter than I did.
#Person2#: Can you tell me how to improve myself?
#Person1#: There's no secret at all. The only thing for you to do is to practice more. You will succeed.
#Person2#: Thank you for your encouragement.
#Person1#: It's a pleasure. Come on. I'm on your side. | #Person2# didn't do well in the competition and wants to improve. #Person1# comforts #Person2# and tells #Person2# to practice. |
train_12284 | #Person1#: I'll help you, Lucy. Look at what I've got here. In this small bottle, there's a magic love potion.
#Person2#: A magic love potion?
#Person1#: Yes. If you put a few drops on someone's eyelids while he's asleep, he'll fall in love with the first person he sees when he wakes up.
#Person2#: It can't be true.
#Person1#: Take my word for it.
#Person2#: So what am I going to do?
#Person1#: Just come to our house and stay over. You'll sit by his bed and greet him like a beautiful red rose, 'Good morning!'
#Person2#: That sounds like a blue rose! My sitting by his bed?
#Person1#: Don't be so shy, Lucy. | #Person2# gives Lucy a magic love potion and teaches Lucy how to make someone fall in love with Lucy. |
train_12285 | #Person1#: Excuse me, I wonder if you could help me?
#Person2#: Of course, what can I do for you?
#Person1#: Well, I hate to have to say this, but I'm not happy with my room.
#Person2#: Oh, what exactly is problem?
#Person1#: Well, the traffic is very loud. I got no sleep last night.
#Person2#: Oh, I'm so sorry, Sir. I'll see what I can do about that. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# isn't happy with his room because of the loud traffic. |
train_12286 | #Person1#: Can I help you, madam?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm looking for a new winter coat.
#Person1#: Have you any particular color in mind?
#Person2#: I don't know really. What's the fashional color this year?
#Person1#: Red is very popular.
#Person2#: Good. Red suits me very well. It's a cheerful color, isn't it?
#Person1#: Yes, madam, I agree. What size are you?
#Person2#: Well, I used to be size fourteen, but I've put on a bit of weight recently, so may be sixteen.
#Person1#: Here you are, madam. All these are sixteens.
#Person2#: I quite like this one. How much is it?
#Person1#: It's $ 180.
#Person2#: Oh, that's too expensive. Aren't there any cheaper ones?
#Person1#: These are our cheapest coats, madam.
#Person2#: Yes, I see. I'll take it. Here's $ 200.
#Person1#: Here's your change.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person2#'s looking for a winter coat. #Person1# recommends red suits and asks #Person2# about her size. Finally, #Person2# buys a cheaper one. |
train_12287 | #Person1#: Hello. I would like to buy some business cards.
#Person2#: Excellent. How many would you like?
#Person1#: Two thousand would be fine.
#Person2#: You need to fill out this form, please.
#Person1#: All I want is the same thing on this card.
#Person2#: That will be no problem, sir.
#Person1#: . . . Okay, I'm finished. Here's your form and my old card.
#Person2#: Very good, sir. Your order will be ready in one week.
#Person1#: Do you think you could finish it in three days?
#Person2#: No problem, sir. But it will cost you extra. | #Person1# wants to buy business cards. #Person2# asks #Person1# to fill out the form and says it'll cost extra for an expedited fee. |
train_12288 | #Person1#: Do you remember Tina, my good friend?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: She just broke up with her boyfriend.
#Person2#: Well, that happens. I hope she is all right.
#Person1#: But the problem is she and her ex-boyfriend are working in the same department. It is somehow embarrassing for them to see each other everyday.
#Person2#: That is the down side of an office romance. I hope their work is not affected by the emotional stress. The boss must be very annoyed if that will be the case.
#Person1#: Well, Tina says she would be able to handle it and concentrate on her own work, easier set them done. But working harder and concentrating only on the job might well helped to overcome the initial stress of the breakup. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about Tina. Tina broke up with her boyfriend who works in the same department. Tina handles it and concentrates on work. |
train_12289 | #Person1#: Well, if it isn't the teacher's pet!
#Person2#: Stop it. Teacher doesn't treat me any different than she does everyone else.
#Person1#: You can't prove that by me. I saw the score on your report.
#Person2#: Hey, I worked hard on that report and I deserve the grade I got.
#Person1#: It just happened to be the highest grade in the class.
#Person2#: You're just jealous because you didn't do as well as you thought you did. Admit it.
#Person1#: I worked hard too. But she always gives me a lower grade.
#Person2#: If you think that she is not fair with your work then you should talk to her in person instead of stewing over it. | #Person2# gets the highest grade. #Person1# thinks the teacher treats #Person2# better. #Person2# thinks #Person1#'s jealous and suggests #Person1# talk to the teacher. |
train_12290 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Could you show me the coat on the shelf?
#Person1#: Sure. Please come this way.
#Person2#: May I try it on?
#Person1#: Of course. Here is the fitting room.
#Person2#: It doesn't fit quite right. It feels a little tight in the waist. Do you have this in a larger size?
#Person1#: Yes, here it is.
#Person2#: Well, how do I look in this one?
#Person1#: You look really beautiful in it.
#Person2#: OK. I'll take it. | #Person1# assists #Person2# to try a coat and praises #Person2#'s look. #Person2# buys the coat. |
train_12291 | #Person1#: Good evening, madam. May I help you?
#Person2#: I want a facial. But this is the first time I've come here, so can you tell me how you do it?
#Person1#: Sure. Most facials start with a thorough cleaning. Then we usually use a toner to invigorate the skin, followed by exfoliation treatment-a peeling mask or scrub that removes the dead cells that make the skin lock dull. After that, we'll massage your face and neck with oil or cream to improve the circulation and relieve the tension, followed by a mask to moisturize and soften the skin.
#Person2#: That's exactly what I want. How long does it take?
#Person1#: We have half-hour and one-hour treatments.
#Person2#: What's the regular price?
#Person1#: Well, the half-hour facial costs 50 yuan and the one-hour costs 80 yuan. If you want make-up, another 20 yuan will do.
#Person2#: Good, I will take the one hour facial with make-up.
#Person1#: That's fine, madam.
#Person2#: By the way, could you give me a manicure? Use a light nail-polish, please.
#Person1#: Yes, madam. | #Person1# introduces the steps of a facial. #Person2# chooses the one hour facial with make-up and also asks for a manicure service using a light nail-polish. |
train_12292 | #Person1#: We've got a new manager in our department.
#Person2#: Oh? You hoped to get that job, didn't you?
#Person1#: Yes, I did.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. That's too bad. Who is it? Who got the job, I mean?
#Person1#: Someone called Drexler. Carl Drexler. He's been with the company onlytwo years. I've been here longer. And I know more about the job, too
#Person2#: Hmm. Why do you think they gave it to him and not to you?
#Person1#: Because I'm the wrong sex, of course!
#Person2#: You mean you didn't get the job because you're a woman?
#Person1#: Yes, that was probably it! It isn't fair.
#Person2#: What sort of clothes does he wear?
#Person1#: A dark suit. White shirt. A tie. Why?
#Person2#: Perhaps that had something to do with it.
#Person1#: You mean you think I didn't get the job because I come to work in jeansand a sweater?
#Person2#: It's possible, isn't it?
#Person1#: Do you really think I should wear different clothes?
#Person2#: Well. . . perhaps you should think about it.
#Person1#: Why should I wear a skirt? Or a dress?
#Person2#: I'm not saying you should. I'm saying you should think about it. That's all!
#Person1#: Why should I do that? I'm good at my job! That's the only important thing!
#Person2#: Hmm. Perhaps it should be the only important thing. But it isn't. Not in this company. | A man called Drexler got the job #Person1# wants. #Person1# works longer and knows more about the job so she thinks it's sexism. #Person2# reminds her to think about her dressing. #Person1# thinks the ability to work is the only important thing. #Person2# thinks it's not in this company. |
train_12293 | #Person1#: What are you doing?
#Person2#: I'm watching TV.
#Person1#: Are there any good programs on TV?
#Person2#: Tingling is on TV.
#Person1#: Which Channel is it?
#Person2#: Channel 8.
#Person1#: It doesn't seem quite interesting. Would you change the channel? | #Person2# watches Tingling. #Person1# wants to change the channel. |
train_12294 | #Person1#: Oh, the clothes here are so expensive! No wonder there are few people.
#Person2#: Beauty costs, dear! What do you think of this dress? Do you think it suits me?
#Person1#: Yeah, it's lovely, but to be frank, it's not the most practical. You don't have many formal events in your calendar, do you?
#Person2#: Come on, you sound like my Mom. Look at it, it's beautiful!
#Person1#: When you buy clothes, you must think about the material, quality and price.
#Person2#: Maybe you have a point.
#Person1#: Make sure you buy what you need and your clothes can be worn for various occasions.
#Person2#: All right. How about this black skirt? It can be worn for anything---a party, a job interview and even a funeral!
#Person1#: That's true, but you already have two back coats and one black sweater.
#Person2#: Oh! Hey, look, that's the same shirt Britney wore in her concert.
#Person1#: Exactly! Oh, my god! I love Britney! I'm going to get it.
#Person2#: Why not try it on?
#Person1#: It's just the right size--a perfect fit! I'll take it. Oh, no, I'm a little short. Did you bring your credit card?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: I promise I'll pay you back as soon as we get home. | #Person2# likes the dress. #Person1# thinks it's not practical and suggests #Person2# consider the material, quality and price, and make sure it's practical on various occasions. #Person2# takes a practical black skirt but #Person1# still disagrees. #Person1# then borrows money from #Person2# to buy a Britney shirt. |
train_12295 | #Person1#: Did you order the cake?
#Person2#: Oh, I forgot.
#Person1#: Get on the phone right now. It might not be too late.
#Person2#: I'm so sorry! OK, so you just want a simple message on it.
#Person1#: Yeah. How about'Happy Birthday Tony, from the gang. '
#Person2#: I'm on it! | #Person2# forgot to order the cake. #Person1# asks #Person2# to call. |
train_12296 | #Person1#: We are free this afternoon, aren't we, Mr. John?
#Person2#: Yes, we are visiting the exhibition this afternoon, and look around Beijing city, wouldn't we?
#Person1#: It's very kind of you, Mr. John. the sightseeing trip between our business talk will be sort of our work division. business can be make for pleasure. what kind of exhibition we're going to see?
#Person2#: It's industrial exhibition, in origin show the results of new industrial products in the city. a lot of products there to meet the needs of home and export
#Person1#: Could you give more detail information about some of the industries you just mentioned?
#Person2#: Yes. take the oil industry for instance. you know there are twenty oil resources in China. you can see many chemical products in the exhibition. such as chemical fabrics as I dress.
#Person1#: What the others?
#Person2#: There are chemical materials, medicines, rubber, plastics and so on, many products and meet the domestic markets, we are also trying to meet international markets.
#Person1#: How about textile industry?
#Person2#: Textile is a traditional industry, which has completely catalogue, and solid basis and has developed in the past few years. the export is great, counting more than 25 % of export products
#Person1#: That's surprising, three days ago when I went to yancheng store, I saw different kinds of textile goods. I've bought some for my wife, some for my friends. they seem very attractive.
#Person2#: That's good. I think they must like them. in recently years, light industry have be developing in Standley, and place a credible role in our industry sister. these industry including leather, bikes, household electric products, clocks, sporting goods and so on. many of them are very popular at home and abroad.
#Person1#: I'm sure I'll enjoy seeing them. and will have more information of your city industry. what is more? I'd like to visit if it is possible. the famous Goumi street in the city.
#Person2#: No problem, that street is nearly built along the both sides of this street. there is stores, restaurant follow the style of tradition chinese building, the guest come there taste very traditional favorite dishes.
#Person1#: I am sure I'll enjoy some real chinese food then. | #Person1# and John will visit the industrial exhibition and the Beijing city between the business talk. John tells #Person1# about the detailed information of industries, including the oil industry with chemical fabrics, the chemical materials, medicines, rubber and plastics that meet both domestic and international markets. John talks about the traditional textile industry and Standley's developing light industry. #Person1# bought some textile goods in Yancheng. #Person1# wants to visit Goumi street and enjoy Chinese food. |
train_12297 | #Person1#: Good morning, doctor. I've been suffering very much from a toothache lately.
#Person2#: Well, let me have a look. Will you sit down in this chair and open your mouth wide?
#Person1#: I think one of the back ones at the top is giving me the most trouble.
#Person2#: Yes. This big one is badly decayed. I'm afraid it must be taken out.
#Person1#: Oh, I hate having teeth pulled out. Will it hurt?
#Person2#: No need to worry. You won't feel anything at all. I'll give you an injection to stop the pain. Just wash your mouth out with this water, will you?
#Person1#: Will it take long?
#Person2#: No, it'll be over soon. Nurse, get some X-rays of our patient's molars. Then we'll start. Open your mouth wide. Don't be so nervous. Now open wider. . . now stay, that's over. . .
#Person1#: Is it out?
#Person2#: Not yet, but it soon will be. Now open again please. . . It's out! Look!
#Person1#: Well, really! That was wonderful! I felt no pain at all. Thank you, doctor. | #Person1# has a toothache and comes to see the dentist. #Person2# asks the nurse to get X-rays of #Person1#'s molars, gives #Person1# an injection and takes out the decayed tooth. #Person1# feels no pain. |
train_12298 | #Person1#: I've been at this for two weeks now and nothing's turned up.
#Person2#: You're right. I think it's time to seek professional help.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: I know you don't want to pay for a job, but I think it's time we consulted a headhunter.
#Person1#: You're right, I don't want to pay, but I don't want to live without pay, either.
#Person2#: Ha, ha, ha! I agree. That's not much fun.
#Person1#: Do you have anyone in mind?
#Person2#: Actually I do.
#Person1#: Who?
#Person2#: Cooke & Co. does a lot of placements in your field.
#Person1#: Ya, they do. Anyone else come to mind?
#Person2#: Not at the moment, but I'll let you know. | #Person1# can't find a job. #Person2# suggests #Person1# consult a headhunter and recommends Cooke & Co. #Person1# asks if there is anyone else. |
train_12299 | #Person1#: Can't you do something about the service in this hotel, manager?
#Person2#: I'm sorry madam. What's the problem exactly?
#Person1#: My breakfast, that's the problem.
#Person2#: Yes?
#Person1#: I ordered breakfast from room service. Oh, at least half an hour ago.
#Person2#: Yes?
#Person1#: I've telephoned room service three times, but my breakfast still hasn't come.
#Person2#: I see.
#Person1#: I've got an important meeting at nine o'clock. And now it seems I'll have to go there without breakfast. Really, I don't think this is good e-nough.
#Person2#: I'm very sorry about this, Madam. You ordered breakfast half an hour ago and you've phoned three times since then.
#Person1#: That's right.
#Person2#: I'm really sorry about that. You should have received your breakfast no later than five or ten minutes after you'd ordered it.
#Person1#: That's what I thought.
#Person2#: The problem may be that they are short of people in the kitchens recently. But I'll look into this. And I'll make sure that the breakfast is sent to you immediately. Full English breakfast, was it?
#Person1#: Yes. Full English breakfast.
#Person2#: Very well, madam. I'll deal with this myself and I'll have it sent up to your room right away. | #Person1# ordered breakfast from room service half an hour ago. She called three times but the breakfast hasn't come. #Person2# apologizes and promises to send full English breakfast to #Person1#'s room immediately. |
train_12300 | #Person1#: Hi. It's good to see the sun again.
#Person2#: Yes, we have been looking forward to this change for many days.
#Person1#: But it's supposed to cloud over this afternoon.
#Person2#: Oh, I can't believe it. The vegetables in my garden do need sunlight. They are getting yellow.
#Person1#: The same with mine. But I don't think we can do anything but wait.
#Person2#: What did the weather report say?
#Person1#: It said just what I told you.
#Person2#: Oh, my God! | #Person1# and #Person2# look forward to the sun because their vegetables are getting yellow. But the weather report says it'll be cloud. |
train_12301 | #Person1#: What part of the paper are you reading?
#Person2#: The travel section.
#Person1#: Are you thinking about our vacation already?
#Person2#: Yes, it's not so far away. I've been looking at these advertisements.
#Person1#: Why don't we go to the same place we went last year?
#Person2#: I won't stay at that hotel again. I have a better idea for this year. Look at this advertisement. This looks like a wonderful vacation to me.
#Person1#: 'Three weeks.' 'Ten exciting ports.' 'Use the ship as a hotel.' How much does it cost?
#Person2#: The price isn't given.
#Person1#: It must be expensive if they don't give the price in the paper. And besides, I'd rather stay in one place.
#Person2#: I don't want to sit on the same beach and eat the same food and look at the same walls every day for three or four weeks. | #Person2# is reading the travel section of the newspaper. #Person1# wants to go to the same place they went to. #Person2# disagrees and thinks an advertisement is wonderful. #Person1# thinks it must be expensive. |
train_12302 | #Person1#: Why didn't you call me yesterday? I was waiting by the phone all day.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, I couldn't call. I couldn't find a phone.
#Person1#: What do you mean you couldn't call? You have a cell phone, don't you?
#Person2#: I used to have a cell phone. The teacher took it away because I tried to call you from class. | #Person2# didn't call #Person1# because #Person2#'s phone was taken away by #Person2#'s teacher. |
train_12303 | #Person1#: Room service. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like a dinner for two. And would you please send it to the room?
#Person1#: Sure. Your room number, please?
#Person2#: Room 5003.
#Person1#: Ok. We'll get it ready in ten minutes.
#Person2#: Thanks. By the way, was my room cleaned this morning?
#Person1#: Yes. We clean all the rooms in the morning. Is there anything wrong?
#Person2#: No, not really. Just that my wife can't find her watch anywhere.
#Person1#: Just a minute. I'll go up and check it. | #Person2# asks #Person1# to send dinner to room 5003. #Person2#'s wife can't find her watch. #Person1# will check. |
train_12304 | #Person1#: Excuse me, madam. I'm wondering if you could tell me the place where I can repair my shoes.
#Person2#: There's one on Fifth Street.
#Person1#: Thank you, but how far is it to that store?
#Person2#: Not very far and not difficult to find. Just keep walking and after two blocks you will see a supermarket on your left. The store is next to the supermarket.
#Person1#: Oh, thank you very much.
#Person2#: You're welcome. You won't miss it,young man. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to find the store to repair shoes on Fifth Street. |
train_12305 | #Person1#: Time to eat!
#Person2#: Coming. Oh, I'm starving. [Good, good.] Oh yuck! What's that?
#Person1#: Ah, now don't complain!
#Person2#: But what is it, and where is mom?
#Person1#: Now, mom put me in charge of dinner because she's not feeling well tonight.
#Person2#: But what is it ... and that smell!
#Person1#: It's pizza. I just followed an old family recipe here, and ...
#Person2#: Let me see that ... Oh, Dad. [What?] You're missing a page!
#Person1#: Oh, uh, well, uh ... well I couldn't find the second page of the recipe, but don't worry. I have plenty of experience around the house. Plenty of experience cooking.
#Person2#: That's not what mom says.
#Person1#: Well, wait, wait, here let me try a piece first. Here, let me, let me cool this off here. Ohhh, yeah. Oh, this is great stuff.
#Person2#: Yeah right. Why are you making that face?
#Person1#: Well, well, it's just, just a little rich for me. That's all.
#Person2#: Let me try it Dad. Uh. Dad. You put a little too much salt in it and besides it's burned. [Well ... ] And what's that?
#Person1#: Oh, well, well, that's just part of my own adaptation to the recipe. I added some pumpkin.
#Person2#: Oh, not another one of your surprises. Pumpkin doesn't go on pizza!
#Person1#: Well, okay, well, so what? Uh, what do we do now?
#Person2#: Well, how about some cold cereal ... You can't mess up on that, Dad. | #Person2#'s father makes dinner because #Person2#'s mother feels bad. #Person2# thinks the pizza is awful. #Person2#'s father missed a page of the family recipe, added too much salt and some pumpkin, and burned the pizza. #Person2#'s father also can't stand the taste. #Person2# suggests they have some cold cereal. |
train_12306 | #Person1#: What topic did you finally choose for the term paper for your World Economy class?
#Person2#: After thinking about a few ideas, I finally settled on the difference between Japanese and American styles of management.
#Person1#: Hmm. Why did you choose a topic like that?
#Person2#: Well, I'm planning to study Business in graduate school next year. After that, I hope to start my own company.
#Person1#: Isn't that a coincidence! I'm also doing a paper on how Japanese management styles are being adapted by American firms for my Comparative Cultures class.
#Person2#: Why don't we sit down and share some of our sources after we've each been to the library?
#Person1#: Great idea! Should we meet at the snack bar next Wednesday at this time?
#Person2#: That's fine with me. See you then. | #Person1# and #Person2# have similar paper topics. They decide to meet at the snack bar to share sources next Wednesday. |
train_12307 | #Person1#: Good evening, Pizza House. This is Marty speaking. May I take your order?
#Person2#: Um yes. I'd like a medium pizza with pepperoni, olives, and extra cheese.
#Person1#: We have a two-for-one special on large pizzas. Would you like a large pizza instead?
#Person2#: Sure, that sounds good.
#Person1#: Great! Would you like your second pizza to be the same as the first?
#Person2#: No, make the second one with ham, pineapple and green peppers. Oh, and make it thin crust.
#Person1#: Okay, thin crust. Your total is $21. 50 and yourorder will arrive in thirty minutes or it's free!
#Person2#: Perfect. Thank you. Bye. .
#Person1#: wait! ! I need your address! | Marty helps #Person2# order two-for-one large pizzas on the phone. But #Person2# hangs up without giving the address. |
train_12308 | #Person1#: How is everything going with your girlfriend?
#Person2#: Didn't I tell you? It's over!
#Person1#: Oh, I am sorry to hear that. I did't know that you had split up. What happened?
#Person2#: It was a few things. The first thing that happened was that we were supposed to go out for a romantic dinner for our one year anniversary, but she stood me up!
#Person1#: Really! Did she tell you why she didn't show up?
#Person2#: No, but I ended up finding out later that night when I saw her with another man at a club near my home!
#Person1#: What was she thinking? Did you confront her about it when you saw her?
#Person2#: I wanted to, but I knew that if I spoke to her, I'd just blow up at her, so I decided to just go home. I called her later that night, but she didn't answer the phone.
#Person1#: I can't believe she would do that to you. It's so dishonest---and rude!
#Person2#: I know. I still haven't heard from her. The good thing is that I'm so angry with her that I don't feel sad about not having her around.
#Person1#: I bet you she regrets what she's done. You were such a good catch! She really lost out, didn't she?
#Person2#: I guess so. It would be nice to know why she did this though.
#Person1#: I know. It's always nice to have some closure, but I don't think you'll have a problem finding another girlfriend. | #Person1# asks #Person2# why #Person2# broke up with his girlfriend. #Person2#'s girlfriend didn't show up at the anniversary dinner but was with another man at a club. #Person2# went home and called her but she didn't answer. #Person1# thinks she's dishonest and rude, and #Person2# can find another girlfriend. |
train_12309 | #Person1#: Who's that?
#Person2#: Saint Jude-he's the saint of lost causes. Like my cousin, Anna, who can't stop getting pregnant. She's a lost cause.
#Person1#: Is that your cousin in the back?
#Person2#: Yep. She's always got a bun in the oven. She was pregnant before marriage-a real sin in the Catholic Church.
#Person1#: What about birth control pills? Don't they work on Italians?
#Person2#: Ha-ha. Birth control and abortion are four-letter words in my family.
#Person1#: And I heard that Italian men have very active libidos. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about #Person2#'s pregnant cousin Anna, birth control, abortion, and Italian men's active libidos. |
train_12310 | #Person1#: What's the bonus like at your company?
#Person2#: Well, it's OK, I suppose. We get about the equivalent of six months' salary.
#Person1#: Six months' salary? Are you serious ? That's incredible!
#Person2#: Maybe. But you'd be amazed at how little's left after the credit companies have deducted their share from my account.
#Person1#: Hey, I know what that's like . I bought a BMW on my Visa card . Now the payments really hurt.
#Person2#: Well, you're lucky that you're still able to make your payments. I missed a credit payment last month. Now my bank account's overdrawn , and the company is threatening to take back my purchases.
#Person1#: What did you buy?
#Person2#: A new home health monitor.
#Person1#: Health Monitor? I read an article about that racket. They're overpriced to begin with! Listen, if I were you , I'd let them take back their monitor and spend my money on something more practical.
#Person2#: You're kidding !
#Person1#: No joke!
#Person2#: That's something else! Maybe I'll return it to them. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the bonus and feels surprised about that. #Person2# missed a credit payment and the credit company is threatening to take back #Person2#'s health monitor. #Person1# suggests buying something practical instead. |
train_12311 | #Person1#: Hey, Robbie. You're completely wet and covered with powder. So many colors! I mean, you look like a rainbow. What happened?
#Person2#: I've just come back from visiting my family. You know, we're from India and today is our Spring Festival Day. We call it Holly.
#Person1#: That's all very interesting. But I still don't understand why you look like that?
#Person2#: Well, we celebrate Holly by throwing colored powder and colored water at each other. And we light big fires, too, to show thanks to the gods.
#Person1#: Interesting. But aren't you afraid that you'll catch a cold and get ill? I mean, you're completely wet.
#Person2#: Actually, the things we throw at each other helped to keep us healthy.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Well, the colored powders we throw are made from traditional Indian medicines.
#Person1#: And the coloured water, too?
#Person2#: The coloured water comes from the yellow flowers called Palash, and they're good for you, too.
#Person1#: Amazing. It sounds like a lot of fun.
#Person2#: It really is. Next year, if you're interested, I'll bring you along.
#Person1#: That would be great. I'll make sure I keep February second free.
#Person2#: Actually, Holly isn't like Christmas. The date changes from year to year. It's always celebrated at the end of the winter season, on the last full moon day of the month.
#Person1#: OK, just let me know when it is. Anyway, you'd better go inside and get changed. | Robbie took part in India Holly, gets wet and is covered with powder. People celebrate Holly by throwing colored powder and water that made from traditional Indian medicines and the yellow flowers called Palash. The date of Holly changes every year. Robbie can take #Person1# to Holly next year. |
train_12312 | #Person1#: Can I help you, madam?
#Person2#: Yes. Did you have this room checked before we moved in? The toilet doesn't seem to have enough power and the water doesn't flow away in the shower. What do you have to say to that?
#Person1#: I'm extremely sorry to hear that. I'll attend to it right away. We usually check every room before new guests move in. We've been busy with a large conference.
#Person2#: That's not what you should do after all. One doesn't expect this sort of thing here.
#Person1#: No, madam. I do apologize. It's most unusual. We do try to check the room as thoroughly as possible. Anything else?
#Person2#: Well, your air conditioning doesn't seem to be working too well. It's so hot up here.
#Person1#: I'll just try to make it work better and you'll find it a little cooler in a short time. Also, I'll send someone along right away to look at the toilet and shower. | #Person2# complains about the air conditioning, the toilet and the shower of the room. #Person1# apologizes and will check all the problems. |
train_12313 | #Person1#: How do you like your English lessons, Lilei?
#Person2#: Well, I'm enjoying them, but they are not easy.
#Person1#: What do you find difficult?
#Person2#: Lots of things, especially learning new words, I try my best to speak English. Although I sometimes make mistakes in pronunciation.
#Person1#: Do you read many books in English?
#Person2#: Not many, I don't like looking up words in the dictionary, I prefer listening more.
#Person1#: Listening is useful, but I think you should read more too. In that way, you'll find it easier to learn new words. | #Person1# asks Lilei about his English learning. Lilei thinks English isn't easy. #Person1# suggests reading more to learn new words. |
train_12314 | #Person1#: What time do you usually get up in the morning?
#Person2#: I sleep in every morning, sometimes until 11 or 12.
#Person1#: Are you serious? I get up at 5:00 every morning to go to the gym and then I get to work around 7:00.
#Person2#: Well, I work from home. So I can set my own hours. I usually work until midnight or one in the morning and then I like to sleep in.
#Person1#: I like to be in bed around 9:00 or 10:00 at night so I can get enough sleep. Our schedules are very different. You're lucky that you get to set your own schedule, but I could never sleep that late. I'm definitely a morning person.
#Person2#: And I'm definitely a night person. Waking up early is so terrible.
#Person1#: Maybe we should switch schedules for a week.
#Person2#: No way. I would never want your schedule.
#Person1#: Very funny. What are you doing today?
#Person2#: Well, it's Saturday so I was thinking of taking a hike. Would you like to come?
#Person1#: Sure. Can we go to see a movie afterwards?
#Person2#: I don't really like movies actually. Can we do something else?
#Person1#: Sure, but I have to work tomorrow even though it's Sunday. So I do need to be home around 9:00. Too bad I can't relax tomorrow instead. | #Person1#'s a morning person while #Person2#'s a night person. #Person1# suggests switching their schedules but #Person2# refuses. #Person2# then invites #Person1# to go hiking. #Person1# agrees but has to be home around for tomorrow's work. |
train_12315 | #Person1#: How do you usually get to work in the morning?
#Person2#: I try to ride my bike most of the time. Of course, when I'm running late, I take the subway.
#Person1#: I always seem to be 5 or 10 minutes late for everything. I drive to work everyday. So if the traffic is bad, I have to think of a new way to apologize to my boss for being late.
#Person2#: Does your boss yell at you if you're late?
#Person1#: No, not really. He knows that I live far away. I stay late whenever I don't make it on time in the morning and it probably helps that I earned a fair amount of money for the company year after year.
#Person2#: Have you ever considered moving into the city to be closer to your job?
#Person1#: To be honest, I would rather change jobs than houses. My wife loves our house, especially since she works from home. Our kids are in great schools. And on the weekends, there are a million things for us to do as a family.
#Person2#: It does sound nice. For me, though, I love living in the city. There are so many cultural activities and I love not having to drive.
#Person1#: Yeah, driving is pretty stressful sometimes.
#Person2#: I think it's also easier to live in the city when you don't have kids. If I were a mom, I probably live closer to you.
#Person1#: Well, you and Timothy might want to think about getting started with that.
#Person2#: You sound just like my mother in law. | #Person1# drives to work and is always late if the traffic is bad. #Person2# asks whether #Person1# considers moving into the city. #Person1# says no because of #Person1#'s family. #Person2# loves living in the city and not having to drive. |
train_12316 | #Person1#: Susan, would you and Frank like to come to our house warming party this weekend?
#Person2#: A house warming party? You mean you are moving to a new home?
#Person1#: Yeah, Deborah and I are moving to a new home in another city. We bought it 2 months ago.
#Person2#: Congratulations! both of you must be very happy.
#Person1#: Well, we have always dreamed of owning our own home here, but houses in London are so expensive.
#Person2#: I understand. Christopher and I have been living in the house we rent for 13 years. We found it very difficult to buy a house here, although we have been saving Well, when is the party?
#Person1#: 7:00 PM this Friday, at Googly Swiss Cottage. I'll send you directions.
#Person2#: OK. Christopher and I will be there on time. | #Person1# invites Susan to the house warming party. #Person1#'s moving to a new home in another city because the houses in London are too expensive. |
train_12317 | #Person1#: Oh hi, Linda, this is Todd.
#Person2#: Yes, Todd, how nice to hear your voice!
#Person1#: Linda, I just wanted to say that I had a wonderful evening with you last Friday.
#Person2#: I really enjoyed our evening together, Todd.
#Person1#: I had fun also and was wondering if you would like to go hiking with me in the mountains on Saturday.
#Person2#: Hiking would be perfect! May I bring along a picnic lunch for us to share?
#Person1#: A picnic lunch would be a nice thing to have along.
#Person2#: I'll work on the lunch, and you can work out the details of where we will go. What time will you be at my house?
#Person1#: Nine would be good, don't you think?
#Person2#: Nine is good. See you on Saturday! | Todd and Linda enjoyed their evening together last Friday, so Todd invites Linda to go hiking on Saturday and Linda gladly agrees. |
train_12318 | #Person1#: Ok, honey, time to take down the Christmas tree.
#Person2#: Do we have to?
#Person1#: Come on, it ' s losing needles all the time and the branches are sagging.
#Person2#: It ' s not that bad, besides it really looks nice in that corner. It gives the room a good atmosphere.
#Person1#: A good atmosphere? The tree is falling apart, and it ' s messing up the room.
#Person2#: But it makes the place feel so much like Christmas. I ' d really hate to have to take it down.
#Person1#: But Christmas was two weeks ago! It ' s been there only because we ' Ve been too busy to get rid of it.
#Person2#: I know, but it seems like such a shame to have to take it away.
#Person1#: But it ' s falling apart, and the cat keeps playing with the lower branches.
#Person2#: I know, I know. But it reminds me of the great Christmas we just had. All of us were here - - my parents, your parents, the kids, and the cousins - - the food was good, and everybody got what they wanted.
#Person1#: Yeah, it was a good Christmas. It won ' t always be this good, but we can ' t make it last longer than it should.
#Person2#: Ok, fine. We need to take down the tree.
#Person1#: I ' ll make a deal with you. We ' ll leave it up until Sunday, and then we ' ll take it down after church. | #Person1# thinks it's time to take down the Christmas tree since it's messing up the room, but #Person2# wants to keep it to remind them of the great time they had with their family. They eventually decide to leave it up until Sunday. |
train_12319 | #Person1#: Are you going to vote?
#Person2#: Of course! Are you?
#Person1#: I plan to, but what day is the election?
#Person2#: You should know that.
#Person1#: Can you just tell me?
#Person2#: The election is this Tuesday.
#Person1#: Are you serious?
#Person2#: I ' m not kidding.
#Person1#: It ' s a good thing I asked you.
#Person2#: That should ' Ve been something you knew already.
#Person1#: I couldn ' t remember.
#Person2#: Whatever. Just make sure you go vote. | #Person1# doesn't remember the election day. #Person2# tells #Person1# the date and reminds #Person1# to go vote. |
train_12320 | #Person1#: Do you like cooking?
#Person2#: I love it. I really enjoy creating a meal from various ingredients and watching my friends enjoy it. It gives me a real sense of satisfaction. Do you enjoy cooking?
#Person1#: I don ' t like it. It takes up too much time and I really hate having it clean up after the meal. I can ' t stand doing the washing up, drying up and putting all the dishes and cutlery away.
#Person2#: You can ask the guests for help. My guests usually insist on doing the washing up. I just have to remind them where everything goes.
#Person1#: So what kinds of dishes do you usually make? I know you like Italian food.
#Person2#: Italian, Indian and chinese. I ' Ve only recently started cooking chinese meals and I need some more practice.
#Person1#: Do you find it hard to get ingredients for Chinese food?
#Person2#: Not at all. You can find most of them in supermarkets. The ingredients are usually the same as in Western food. The way that the food is prepared is the big difference, not the ingredients.
#Person1#: How long does it take you to cook a meal for 5 or 6 people?
#Person2#: Obviously, it depends on what I ' m cooking. But I ' d say it generally takes about one and a half hours. | #Person2# likes cooking while #Person1# doesn't because it's troublesome. #Person2# usually makes Italian, Indian, and Chinese dishes, thinks it's easy to get ingredients for Chinese food, and it generally takes 1.5 hours to cook a meal for 5 or 6 people. |
train_12321 | #Person1#: I am so happy to know that the promotion campaign for our new product is very successful. We just made a record sale this season.
#Person2#: That is very encouraging news. I heard that the marketing department has done a three months research, they sent the feedback information to the research and development center by the end of every month. That is to say, the R & D center redesigned the product twice before it was launched into the market.
#Person1#: It is not an easy job. How do you like the advertisement for the new product?
#Person2#: That is the best one I have seen. I am sure our target customers, young people will love it.
#Person1#: Certainly. | #Person1#'s happy that their new product made a record sale. #Person2# tells #Person1# about the research by the marketing department and the redesign work by the R & D center, and they both appreciate the advertisement for the new product. |
train_12322 | #Person1#: Hi Paul. How are you, friend.
#Person2#: Not good. My cousin is driving me up the wall.
#Person1#: How so?
#Person2#: He stays up untill all hours of the night, and he never lifts a finger to help.
#Person1#: Have you talk to him about it?
#Person2#: Not yet, but I have to soon. He's eating me out of house and home. I caught him reading the fridge again last night
#Person1#: Ahahah, Maybe that will help you lose weight.
#Person2#: This is no laughing matter, Nick.
#Person1#: Sorry Paul. I couldn't help it. So why doesn't he give you a hand?
#Person2#: He watch the tob too much. Now really I don't know. But I can't handle this much longer.
#Person1#: Well, talk to him, and let me know what happens, OK? | Paul complains to Nick about his cousin who stays up all night and never helps. Nick advises Paul to talk to his cousin. |
train_12323 | #Person1#: Why don't you watch where you're going?
#Person2#: Me? You're the one who pulled out in front of me!
#Person1#: There was plenty of room for me to pull out. You didn't have to stay in the lane you were in.
#Person2#: Hey, listen. I had every right to stay in the lane I was in. You were supposed to wait until I passed to pull out. And anyhow, you didn't give me any time to change lanes. All of a sudden--BANG--there you are right in front of me.
#Person1#: I think my arm is broken.
#Person2#: Sorry about your arm, but it serves you right. You need to learn how to drive. You're lucky you didn't get killed. And I'm lucky to be alive too.
#Person1#: Listen, let's just wait until the police get here. Then we can decide whose fault this accident was.
#Person2#: Fine with me. I know the laws of the road. I'm not worried.
#Person1#: I have a cell phone in my car. Now it's probably on the floor on the passenger side. Why don't you get it for me, and then I can call the police?
#Person2#: Alright.
#Person1#: It doesn't work. It looks like it's broken. I need to get to a hospital. You should drive me there.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah? It's better if we make a police report first. Then you can go to the hospital.
#Person1#: Damn it! I'm injured here. We could wait all day for the police.
#Person2#: Well, you'll just have to wait. I'm not going to move my car until the police arrive. I'll go into one of those houses over there and use their phone. Don't worry. You'll get to the hospital in time.
#Person1#: It really hurts.
#Person2#: Yes, maybe it does. But if you're going to drive like you did just now, you will have to get used to a little physical pain. You know what I mean?
#Person1#: To hell with you. The accident was your fault.
#Person2#: I'm afraid it wasn't. And when the police get here, you will also see that it wasn't. But enough of this bickering. I'm going to go find a phone. Don ' t move that arm while I'm gone. Alright?
#Person1#: To hell with you. | #Person1# and #Person2# argue about who's responsible for the accident. Both of them think it's the other's fault. #Person1#'s arm is broken so #Person1# asks #Person2# to drive #Person1# to the hospital, but #Person2# won't move #Person2#'s car until the police arrive. Then, #Person2#'s going to find a phone to call the police. #Person1# keeps cursing. |
train_12324 | #Person1#: We're thinking of ordering fifty refrigerators. But, there's one problem.
#Person2#: What's that? I thought our negotiation went very well.
#Person1#: The only problem is the price. It's not possible for us to make any sales at this price.
#Person2#: $ 1500 is almost the lowest price we can offer.
#Person1#: I'm afraid I can't agree with you there. Your price is much higher than other companies.
#Person2#: You get what you pay for, considering the high quality, our price is very reasonable.
#Person1#: I don't deny that the refrigerator is of top quality. If you could go a little lower, we'll place the order right away.
#Person2#: Sorry, I can't give you an immediate answer for this problem, let me talk to our general manager first.
#Person1#: All right, we'll wait for your answer. | #Person1#'ll place the order immediately if #Person2# can lower the price. #Person2#'ll have to talk to #Person2#'s manager first. |
train_12325 | #Person1#: Can I see your ticket please?
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Ok, Mr. Smith. Do you have any bags to check?
#Person2#: Just this one.
#Person1#: And would you prefer a window seat or an aisle seat?
#Person2#: Aisle, please.
#Person1#: Boarding time is 10:20 am.
#Person2#: What's the gate number?
#Person1#: Gate 29C. Have a nice flight. | #Person1# helps Mr. Smith check in. |
train_12326 | #Person1#: Good morning golf aficionados! My name is Rick Fields, and you guessed it, I am here with my main man, Bob Copeland.
#Person2#: Thank you, Rick! As you can see, ladies and gentleman, we are here in beautiful Pebble Beach where the top golfers in the world are trying to win the grand prize of one million dollars!
#Person1#: Whoa, that's a lot of cash! Let's go to the course and see how Tiger Woods is doing.
#Person2#: All right, we are here at the eighth hole. It's a par four, and has some very difficult hazards which many golfers find difficult to avoid. Although, I did see Jack Nicklaus hit a hole in one on this very same hole!
#Person1#: Tiger Woods is about to tee off, and let's see if he has the same luck as Jack. Tiger is asking his caddie for his driver and, he seems to be very nervous.
#Person2#: Oh no! Not a good swing at all! It's definitely not his day today. On the seventh hole he got a bogey and before that he barely made par. He will definitely not get a birdie on this shot.
#Person1#: It seems that his ball has flown somewhere deep in the trees. He is having a hard time finding it and even his caddie has climbed a tree to try and spot it.
#Person2#: Oh no! A bear! Run, Tiger, run! Somebody call animal control! | Rick Fields and Bob Copeland are broadcasting a golf tournament in which Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods are playing. |
train_12327 | #Person1#: Bob, you look pale. What happened?
#Person2#: I didn't sleep a wink last night.
#Person1#: Did you have something on your mind? You look so concerned! Maybe I can help you.
#Person2#: Well, I'm under a lot of pressure. My boss is very pushy. He assigned me two projects. Now the deadlines are near and I still haven't finish one of them.
#Person1#: Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: Well, I guess no one can help me but myself. For the moment, I just need someone to talk to so that I can relieve my stress.
#Person1#: I know your feeling. Take it easy. | Bob's under pressure because he hasn't finished the projects assigned by his pushy boss. #Person1# tries to comfort him. |
train_12328 | #Person1#: Honey, I'll be right back!
#Person2#: Where are you going?
#Person1#: I told you already! I'm going to get my nails done.
#Person2#: Again? You just went last week! You spend more time at the nail salon than you do here at home! Honestly, why do you need a manicure every week?
#Person1#: Well, first of all, I like to pamper myself, and my nails look great. You should come with me!
#Person2#: Why? I don't want to have nail polish or anything like that!
#Person1#: They don't only paint my nails! The manicurist will remove my cuticles, file my nails, and apply at least nails coats of nail polish!
#Person2#: Yeah, sounds like something I should definitely do. | #Person1#'ll go to the nail salon and tells #Person1# the service not only includes nail-painting but also manicuring. #Person2# gets interested. |
train_12329 | #Person1#: This is the good life! We have it good don't you think?
#Person2#: Yeah of course! Although, don't you ever wonder what ' could have been '?
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Well, sometimes I think of how things could have turned out if I had done things a little differently.
#Person1#: For example?
#Person2#: Like for example, if I hadn't studied architecture, I would have become an artist like I wanted to.
#Person1#: I see. Yeah now that I think of it, I wouldn't have gotten married if I hadn't moved to this town and met Sally.
#Person2#: You see! Everything happens for a reason! We wouldn't even have met if I hadn't been in that car accident ten years ago!
#Person1#: Well, I have no regrets!
#Person2#: I'll drink to that! | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about what life could have been if they had done things differently. |
train_12330 | #Person1#: Hey, Robert, what are you doing this weekend?
#Person2#: I didn't have any big plans.
#Person1#: We are putting together a birthday party for Mary.
#Person2#: That sounds like fun. Where will it be?
#Person1#: We thought it would be fun to have a pool party at Jay's house.
#Person2#: Oh good! Can I bring anything?
#Person1#: We will be providing hot dogs, hamburgers, and cake, but people can bring side dishes.
#Person2#: I am assuming that the dress is casual.
#Person1#: Dress casually and bring your bathing suit!
#Person2#: Wonderful. Just e-mail me the time and date and I'll be there. | #Person1# invites Robert to join a birthday party for Mary at Jay's house this weekend. |
train_12331 | #Person1#: Hi, Bob! How are you doing?
#Person2#: Fine! How are you?
#Person1#: I'm fine too, thank you.
#Person2#: I've come to tell you I'm going to the concert this evening. Will you come with me? I've two complimentary tickets.
#Person1#: With the greatest pleasure. Where is the concert this evening?
#Person2#: It will be held at the Music Hall.
#Person1#: What's on the program?
#Person2#: It's a piano recital. I'm fond of piano, you know. | Bob invites #Person1# to a piano concert this evening. |
train_12332 | #Person1#: Sam, what shall I do with my stocks? Will I lose money?
#Person2#: There's a possibility.
#Person1#: What do you mean by that?
#Person2#: I mean if you don't sell your shares now, it's quite likely that you'll end up losing your shirt.
#Person1#: Is that so?
#Person2#: Absolutely. Take my word for it. | Sam advises #Person1# to sell #Person1#'s shares, or #Person1#'ll lose money. |
train_12333 | #Person1#: Good evening, can I get you a drink?
#Person2#: Sure, I would like a Coke.
#Person1#: Would you like to order anything off the appetizer menu?
#Person2#: Let's see, can I get some fried zucchini, please?
#Person1#: Would you like to order anything else?
#Person2#: No, that's it, thank you.
#Person1#: No problem, call me when you're ready to place the rest of your order.
#Person2#: I would like to order my food now.
#Person1#: What did you want to order?
#Person2#: Can I get a cheeseburger and some fries?
#Person1#: Can I get you anything else?
#Person2#: That's all, thank you. | #Person1# helps #Person2# order a Coke, some fried zucchini, a cheeseburger, and some fries. |
train_12334 | #Person1#: I'm afraid we can't increase salary this year, money is just too tight.
#Person2#: I'm not sure. I can't agree, dan.
#Person1#: Why not?
#Person2#: Surely, there are other ways to save money.
#Person1#: What are you talking about, we've tried everything! | Dan cannot increase the salary since money is too tight this year. |
train_12335 | #Person1#: Forest Restaurant. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: May I make a reservation?
#Person1#: Of course. At what time?
#Person2#: The four of us will be there at 7:00 this evening.
#Person1#: OK, sir. We are looking forward to your arrival. | #Person1# helps #Person2# make a reservation at a restaurant. |
train_12336 | #Person1#: How nice these sunglasses are!
#Person2#: Yes, they are the latest designs. Would you like to try them on?
#Person1#: I want to try on this pair.
#Person2#: The round shape pair?
#Person1#: That's right.
#Person2#: I think it suits you well.
#Person1#: I agree, how much?
#Person2#: 120 yuan.
#Person1#: It's not expensive. OK. I'll take them. | #Person1# tries on a pair of sunglasses and will take them. |
train_12337 | #Person1#: So Alex, you're off to the Olympic stadium then?
#Person2#: Yes, I should get there just in time for the women's 400m relay.
#Person1#: Wow, that should be really exciting, especially with so many famous athletes there.
#Person2#: Yes, I'm also going to watch the triple jump and the high jump.
#Person1#: Well have a good time. Get me some autographs if you can.
#Person2#: Ok, I'll try my best. | Alex's off to the Olympic stadium to watch some games. |
train_12338 | #Person1#: My brother gave me a baby cat yesterday. I can keep it as my pet.
#Person2#: I don't understand. Why do you want a cat?
#Person1#: Cats are beautiful and lovely, aren't they?
#Person2#: No, cats are too dirty. They are lazy and cunning. I don't like them at all.
#Person1#: I don't think so. I think cats are sweet.
#Person2#: You can keep the cat, but you should keep it away from me. | #Person1# got a cat and #Person1# loves it, but #Person2# doesn't like cats. |
train_12339 | #Person1#: Hello, ABC Company.
#Person2#: Hello, could I speak to Mr. Wang, please?
#Person1#: I am sorry. He's out in a meeting now. Could I ask who is calling?
#Person2#: This is Mr. Smith of XYZ Company. When will he be back?
#Person1#: He'll be back at about five in the afternoon. Could I take a message?
#Person2#: Yes, Please tell him I called and ask him to return my call as soon as possible. It's about the PPT contract.
#Person1#: All right, Mr. Smith. I'll be sure he gets your message. | Mr. Smith phones for Mr.Wang. #Person1# tells Mr. Smith he isn't available so Mr. Smith requests #Person1# to leave a message. |
train_12340 | #Person1#: Ann, it's terrible!
#Person2#: What's up?
#Person1#: Look, this is a pimple!
#Person2#: Oh, I think it is.
#Person1#: How come?
#Person2#: I think it's because of your bad habits!
#Person1#: I have no bad habit. I sleep eight hours a day, never eat spicy food, clean the face twice a day and so on. I have done a lot.
#Person2#: I know you have done a lot, but you always sleep very late. Sleeping eight hours a day doesn't mean it is healthy. Sleeping after 12 is hurtful to our body, and I think this is your problem.
#Person1#: I wasn't aware of that!
#Person2#: You should do better later. | #Person1# gets a pimple. Ann thinks it's because #Person1# sleeps very late. |
train_12341 | #Person1#: Welcome to Lincoln Bank. How may we be of service?
#Person2#: Hi. We'd like to open a Foreign Currency Account, please.
#Person1#: OK, do you have the relevant materials?
#Person2#: Yes, yes, we do. Right here.
#Person1#: Right. You have a choice of account, we provide USD, HAD, JOY and GAP accounts. Which do you want to go for?
#Person2#: We will go for the US dollar account.
#Person1#: OK, I'll begin the opening procedure now and we'll let you know when everything is sorted. | #Person2# opens a US dollar account at the Lincoln Bank with #Person1#'s assistance. |
train_12342 | #Person1#: Room Service. May I help you?
#Person2#: This is Room 603. I'm afraid that the heating system doesn't work. It's very cold here.
#Person1#: Have you switched on the radiator?
#Person2#: Yes. I have switched it on for a long time. The room is still very cold.
#Person1#: We're terribly sorry for that. We'll send our staff io fix it now. Or do you want to change your room?
#Person2#: I prefer not to move first.
#Person1#: OK. Is it convenient for us to come now?
#Person2#: Yes, please. | #Person2# phones Room Service because the heating system in #Person2#'s room doesn't work. #Person1#'ll send their staff to fix it now. |
train_12343 | #Person1#: I want to have a continental breakfast.
#Person2#: Here is the coffee, toast and bacon. Do you like fried eggs or poached ones?
#Person1#: Neither, can I have them scrambled?
#Person2#: Of course. They will be ready in a few minutes. | #Person1# orders a continental breakfast with scrambled eggs with #Person2#'s assistance. |
train_12344 | #Person1#: May I see your license?
#Person2#: But officer, did I do something wrong?
#Person1#: Did you see the speed limit sign. It says thirty five miles an hour here.
#Person2#: But my speed meter reads only thirty miles.
#Person1#: Then why did my radar show you're going forty five? | #Person1# demands #Person2#'s driving license since #Person1#'s radar shows #Person2#'s speeding. |
train_12345 | #Person1#: Who do you think should get the job? How about Mr. Becket?
#Person2#: Mr. Becket? I'm not sure. He is a nice fellow, of course, and easy to get along with. But I doubt his professional expertise. I want someone who can get the job done. | #Person2# doesn't think Mr. Becket is qualified for the job |
train_12346 | #Person1#: The Painting Club. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like to ask about the painting classes.
#Person1#: OK. We have some classes starting the week of February 20th lasting seven weeks and meeting twice a week.
#Person2#: How much does it cost?
#Person1#: $140. That's $10 for each lesson.
#Person2#: How much does it cost if I am a member of the Painting Club?
#Person1#: It's half price. Members pay half.
#Person2#: I see.
#Person1#: And classes start in February. You can come to put down your name on February 16th or 17th if you have decided to attend the classes.
#Person2#: Thanks.
#Person1#: You are welcome. | #Person2# phones to ask about the painting classes. #Person1# tells #Person2# about the schedule and the fee. |
train_12347 | #Person1#: Hello, Joan. Why are you late today? You are never late for work.
#Person2#: No, I never am, but...
#Person1#: Wow! Your coat's very dirty! Did you fall?
#Person2#: Yes, I had a terrible experience on the underground train. Listen to this! A man came up to me and pulled out a knife. He pointed it right at me!
#Person1#: Oh, no! Are you all right? Did he hurt you?
#Person2#: No, he didn't hurt me, but he took my handbag.
#Person1#: Then what happened? What did you do?
#Person2#: I caught hold of his knife, and he pushed me to the floor.
#Person1#: Oh, no! Why did you catch hold of his knife? That's dangerous.
#Person2#: I don't know. I didn't think.
#Person1#: And what did the other passengers do? Did they help you?
#Person2#: Yes, they did. Two men ran after the robber and held him.
#Person1#: Did the police come?
#Person2#: Yeah. The conductor called a policeman, and he took the robber to the police station.
#Person1#: What a story! Thank God you're all right. | Joan gets late for the first time. She tells #Person1# it's because she met a robber with a knife on the underground train, then she shares the terrible experience in detail. |
train_12348 | #Person1#: Hey, Taxi. Over here!
#Person2#: Did you call for a car service
#Person1#: Yes, are you engaged
#Person2#: Not at the moment. Where would you like me to take you
#Person1#: I am going to the airport, and I have to catch the 930 flight to New York.
#Person2#: Well, it's a long way and there is roadwork near Broadway. I am not sure I can snake it in half an hour.
#Person1#: But I can't miss the flight. It's an important meeting and it's waiting for me.
#Person2#: All right, I will try my best. If there aren't any holdups, I think we can get there in time.
#Person1#: That's great. How much is it to the airport
#Person2#: About $25, tips not included.
#Person1#: Fine. Will you please help me with the luggage
#Person2#: Oh, yes, sure. Let me put it in the boot.
#Person1#: Thanks very much.
#Person2#: Not at all. Bang the door, please.
#Person1#: Ok, let's hurry.
#Person2#: You are in luck. The traffic is not heavy today. | #Person1# takes #Person2#'s taxi to the airport to catch the flight. #Person2# tells #Person1# it might be difficult to get there in time but #Person2#'ll try. #Person2# estimates the fee and #Person1# thinks it acceptable, then they are about to set out. |
train_12349 | #Person1#: My mother and my wife are always holding different ideas.
#Person2#: If you are really in love with your wife, you should be in support of her. You can't have it both ways, of course.
#Person1#: You mean I should please her by following her suggestion.
#Person2#: Yeah. Love me, and love my dog. | #Person1# tells #Person2# he's always holding different ideas with his wife. #Person1# suggests he follow her suggestions. |
train_12350 | #Person1#: Help! Are you a doctor? My poor little Frankie has stopped breathing! Oh my gosh, Help me! I tried to perform CPR, but I just don't know if I could get any air into his lungs! Oh, Frankie!
#Person2#: Ellen, get him hooked up to a monitor! Someone page Dr. Howser. Get the patient to hold still, I can't get a pulse! Okay, he's on the monitor. His BP is falling! He's flatlining!
#Person1#: NOOOOOO! Frankie! DR. ! Do something!
#Person2#: Someone get her out of here! Get me the defibrillator. Okay, clear! Again! Clear! Come on! dammit! I'm not letting you go! Clear! I've got a pulse!
#Person3#: Okay, what's happening?
#Person2#: The patient is in acute respiratory failure, I think we're going to have to intubate!
#Person3#: Alright! Tube's in! Bag him! Someone give him 10 cc's of adrenaline! Let's go, people move, move!
#Person1#: Doctor, oh, thank god! How is he?
#Person2#: We managed to stabilize Frankie, but he's not out of the woods yet. he's still in critical condition. We're moving him to intensive care, but.
#Person1#: Just do whatever it takes. I just want my little Frankie to be okay. I couldn't imagine life without my little hamster! | #Person1#'s hamster Frankie has stopped breathing so #Person1# sends him to the hospital. #Person2# and Dr. Howser are trying to save him by every means. Finally, Frankie's still in critical condition. #Person1# desperately requests them to save Frankie. |
train_12351 | #Person1#: Hello, Bessie.
#Person2#: Hello, Jack. Happy birthday!
#Person1#: My birthday? I forgot it, Thank you for remembering my birthday.
#Person2#: I'd like to offer you my congratulations on your birthday and best wishes for your future happiness, good health and continued success. I've asked the Fairy Flowers to send you a bunch of flowers. I hope you'll like them.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot. I'm so touched.
#Person2#: Now let me sing 'Happy birthday' for you.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. | Jack congratulates Bessie on her birthday and prepared flowers for her. Bessie's touched. |
train_12352 | #Person1#: What do you do for a living?
#Person2#: I'm a doctor.
#Person1#: Really? Do you like it?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. It's very interesting. What's your job?
#Person1#: I'm a bus driver.
#Person2#: Oh, do you enjoy it?
#Person1#: No, I don't really like it. It's boring. | #Person2#'s a doctor and #Person2# likes it. #Person1#'s a bus driver but #Person1# doesn't like it. |
train_12353 | #Person1#: You must like negotiating a lot. People are saying, you are a super negotiator.
#Person2#: Ha, I am flattered. Actually, when it comes to negotiate, you don't need to like it. You just need to understand how it works.
#Person1#: I am not good at it by any means. Give me some advice.
#Person2#: Well, generally speaking, if you want to change someone's mind or understand his position, you have to put yourself in his shoes. Understand his need and the cost for his need. And then you work together to find a solution.
#Person1#: Sounds easy. But how can I apply to practice? I am thinking about applying for more reimbursement for my mobile bill. But I am afraid our boss will turn me down.
#Person2#: Ok, as John after Kennedy put it, let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate. | #Person2# gives #Person1# some advice on negotiating and encourages #Person1# to apply to practice courageously. |
train_12354 | #Person1#: Good morning. Can I see your membership card please?
#Person2#: Well, I'm actually here to join the bookclub today.
#Person1#: I'm really sorry. There is something wrong with the computer. If you can come back on Monday, that's tomorrow, we can sign you up then and we have a discount on Mondays and Tuesdays.
#Person2#: Oh, but I have to see the dentist tomorrow, and I have a meeting to attend on Tuesday.
#Person1#: In that case you can leave your information on this piece of paper and I'll put your application into the computer tomorrow.
#Person2#: Oh, that's wonderful.
#Person1#: Which membership would you like? A one-year membership, a three-year membership or a lifetime membership? There is a special gift for the lifetime membership.
#Person2#: Let me see. I think a one-year membership is right for me. | #Person2# wants to join the book club but the computer doesn't work. #Person1# suggests leaving #Person2#'s information and #Person1#'ll sign #Person2# up tomorrow. |
train_12355 | #Person1#: Oh, there is nothing better than an ice cold glass of ice water on a hot day.
#Person2#: You know, cold water always gives me stomachaches.
#Person1#: Really? I've never had that problem. I've been drinking ice water since I was little.
#Person2#: When I was a small boy, my grandmother never let my mom give me anything other than warm water.
#Person1#: Even in the summer?
#Person2#: Yes, every once in a while my dad would take me to get some ice cream, but my grandmother was never happy about that. I think it was the sugar that she didn't like. | #Person1#'s been drinking ice water since childhood while cold water always gives #Person1# stomach. |
train_12356 | #Person1#: Ladies and gentlemen, we'll pay a visit to a cave tomorrow.
#Person2#: What fun is it to visit the cave you mean?
#Person1#: It's an uncommon cave. It's underground, wide and long and in the cave there's rocks of different shapes which looked like a lion, a tree, a bell or something else.
#Person2#: What else can we do there besides seeing the rocks?
#Person1#: There's a stream running through the cave. You can row boats there.
#Person2#: How will we get there and will it take a long time?
#Person1#: About 60 miles away from here. First, we get to the town nearest to the cave in a passenger car and then we take an about 15 minute walk.
#Person2#: May I understand that the cave is in a place far from the town?
#Person1#: Not really. Since the ground is not strong, it's impossible to build roads or railways.
#Person2#: Are there any restaurants where we can stay for lunch and have a rest?
#Person1#: There are some. They are mostly opened by the local people. So if you are not used to the local food, I'd suggest you take some food yourself.
#Person2#: What else should we take?
#Person1#: Oh, your question reminds me of one thing that I have to mention. Bring with you some clothes in case it is cold in the cave. Is everyone clear about that?
#Person2#: Yeah.
#Person1#: Good. Then we'll gather at the gate of your hotel at 7:00 o'clock AM. Bye and goodnight. | #Person1# tells #Person2# that they'll pay a visit to an uncommon cave tomorrow. #Person1# explains the schedule in detail and answers #Person2#'s questions about the arrangements patiently. |
train_12357 | #Person1#: Have you got any hobbies?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm fond at fishing, and a very keen on making home movies.
#Person1#: I like taking photographs. But I haven't got a camera.
#Person2#: I take a lot of photographs, too, but I'm interested in the history of the cinema. So I really enjoy using a camera.
#Person1#: What other interests of you got? Do you collect anything?
#Person2#: Yes, I collect stamps and I've got quite a big collection of records and tapes, but I don't buy stamps now, because it costs me a lot of money. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# likes fishing, making home movies, and collecting. They both like taking photographs. |
train_12358 | #Person1#: What do you like doing in your free time, Ann?
#Person2#: Well, reading is my favorite thing to do.
#Person1#: What else do you like doing?
#Person2#: Listening to music.
#Person1#: Do you play any musical instruments like the piano?
#Person2#: No, I don't play the piano but I play the guitar sometimes, I spend a lot of my free time practicing. What about you, John?
#Person1#: Well. I am crazy about sports, especially basketball, so I spend every minute I can either playing with others or training. | Ann likes reading, listening to music, and playing the guitar. John's crazy about sports, especially basketball. |