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train_3000 | #Person1#: Can I have a look at your international timetable?
#Person2#: Sorry. We don't have a printed one. Is there anything else I can do for you?
#Person1#: Yes. Do you have any direct flight to Tokyo?
#Person2#: Sorry, we don't. I don't think you can find any airline which offers a non-stop flight to Tokyo.
#Person1#: What about a flight to Paris?
#Person2#: Yes. It is really a place of interest and we have the direct flight everyday. | ask for information |
train_3001 | #Person1#: This house is very nice for me, but I can't afford it in a lump sum.
#Person2#: Don't worry, you can pay in an installment, that is to say, you don't have to pay the whole amount of money at once.
#Person1#: That's good. Will you tell me the details?
#Person2#: Certainly, you need to pay a deposit at first, and you will pay the rest monthly.
#Person1#: How long will it take?
#Person2#: It depends.
#Person1#: I need to talk it over with my wife.
#Person2#: Certainly. | buy a house |
train_3002 | #Person1#: Wow, the ferris wheel over there is so big. I'd like to take a ride on it.
#Person2#: It is called Energy Collector.
#Person1#: Look at your right-hand. Is it the zone of the Lost Maya Kingdom?
#Person2#: Maybe. Oh, I see the Jungle Flying Train. I once rode it. It was very exciting.
#Person1#: I want to have a try later.
#Person2#: Me too. Daniel, look at your left side. Can you see the Air Force Ants?
#Person1#: Wow, that's my favorite. It's like a superman shooting right up into the sky.
#Person2#: Good, you can make your dream come true here.
#Person1#: Of course. After this, I want to show you to the Haunted House.
#Person2#: So you can prove you are a man.
#Person1#: Bingo!
#Person2#: It's just you! | rides discussion |
train_3003 | #Person1#: How often do you service the pump?
#Person2#: We take very good care of this particular pump. It's a crucial part of our process. We clean it and flush it through at the end of every shift, We check the high pressure seals, recalibrate the gauges and lubricate all moving parts weekly. We replace the gaskets every month.
#Person1#: How do you decide how often these things need to be done?
#Person2#: Well, from experience we can predict the lifespan of different components. We try to replace components before they fail or wear out. This prevents the equipment from breaking down. It also saves us a lot of trouble! | pump care introduction |
train_3004 | #Person1#: Please tell me how to file things according to the concerned rules.
#Person2#: Well, all right. There are four points you should keep in mind when you file documents, information and other things.
#Person1#: What are they?
#Person2#: They are, keep the documents in chronological order, remove all the chips and pins, punch the documents evenly and place them in the folder.
#Person1#: And what is the most important point?
#Person2#: You should always remember that one customer on file is the rule. | concerned rules introduction |
train_3005 | #Person1#: Is this our bus stop?
#Person2#: I think this is it. Get off.
#Person1#: Dude, where are we at?
#Person2#: I have no idea.
#Person1#: I thought this was the right stop.
#Person2#: It doesn't look right to me.
#Person1#: Did you make us get off early?
#Person2#: I think we did.
#Person1#: I should not have listened to you.
#Person2#: I really thought this was our stop.
#Person1#: Now we have to walk.
#Person2#: Maybe we should just wait for the next bus. | blame |
train_3006 | #Person1#: Look! It is not working well. Did you try out the bike when you bought it.
#Person2#: No, there's no need. We can change it within two days if it's not damaged.
#Person1#: But it would save a lot of trouble if you had taken it for a test ride.
#Person2#: I know. I will pay attention to such a thing next time. | blame |
train_3007 | #Person1#: May I speak to Mr. Li?
#Person2#: Which Li, ma'am? There are two Lis here.
#Person1#: Oh? Mr. Li, head of the Export Section.
#Person2#: Oh, the chief? That's Mr. Michael Li, then.
#Person1#: Is that right?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, but Mr. Li's gone on a trip.
#Person1#: I see. When will he return?
#Person2#: He'll be back next Monday.
#Person1#: All right. I'll call on Monday again.
#Person2#: May I have your name?
#Person1#: Mrs. Dorothy Preston.
#Person2#: Mrs. Dorothy Preston. Is that Dorothy with a 'y'?
#Person1#: That's right.
#Person2#: I'll tell Mr. Li you called when he returns.
#Person1#: Thank you. | social |
train_3008 | #Person1#: Good morning, Mrs. Adams. How are you today?
#Person2#: Oh, not very well. I've caught a bad cold.
#Person1#: Have you got a temperature?
#Person2#: Yes, I've got a fever.
#Person1#: Are you coughing?
#Person2#: Yes, especially at night. It's quite bad then. And 1 can't go to sleep.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. I can understand that. Um, I think you've got the flu. I suggest you should not go to work, and take this medicine once every four hours. What else should I do? Drink more water and have a good rest. OK. Thank you. Good bye! Good bye! | see a doctor |
train_3009 | #Person1#: Hi, Dave. Nice of you to take the trouble to get here. Come in.
#Person2#: Wow. Looks as if the party is going strong.
#Person1#: Yeah. And they're eating all my food. Oh, I'd like you to meet my sister, Carol. She's visiting for the weekend.
#Person2#: Oh. Which one is she?
#Person1#: She's sitting on the sofa over there.
#Person2#: You mean the woman with long black hair?
#Person1#: That's right. Let me introduce her to you. You're very similar people, both so friendly and adventurous.
#Person2#: And who's the man sitting next to her? Uh, the man wearing the jacket.
#Person1#: Oh, that's Bob, my ballet teacher.
#Person2#: Ballet teacher! I never knew you were into ballet.
#Person1#: I started about two months ago. Come on. I'd like you to meet them.
#Person2#: I'm coming. | social meeting |
train_3010 | #Person1#: Is there anything else that you would like to buy?
#Person2#: No, thank you. I guess that's it. By the way, in case there's a flaw in this CD player. Can I return it?
#Person1#: Yes. But you must return it within 30 days.
#Person2#: Is there a charge for that?I know other stores have a restocking fee.
#Person1#: There will be no charge at all.
#Person2#: I'm glad to hear that.
#Person1#: However,you must show us the receipt. Could you sign it here, please?
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: All right. Keep your receipt. If something comes up. you can show it to us and We'll give you a refund.
#Person2#: Thanks. I'll put it in a safe place. | ask for information |
train_3011 | #Person1#: I can't decide whether to go to university or get a job. What's your opinion?
#Person2#: Well, if I were you, I would go on studying.
#Person1#: But I don't even know what to study.
#Person2#: I advise you to major in economics.
#Person1#: That's what my parents want me to do.
#Person2#: You should take their advice. They know what's best for you. The more you learn, the better job you'll get.
#Person1#: But my friends will have jobs and have a lot of fun while I'm spending all my time doing reading and writing.
#Person2#: But if you go to university, you still have time for fun.
#Person1#: What you say makes sense. I'll think it over. Thank you for your advice. | dilemma discussion |
train_3012 | #Person1#: Dad, Dad, Dad!
#Person2#: Uh, what, what, uh, uh!?!?
#Person1#: The movie is over. You slept through the best part.
#Person2#: Ah, ah, I must have dozed off during the last few minutes.
#Person1#: Right. You were gone for so long you should have brought your pillow and blanket. So, what did you think about it?
#Person2#: Well, overall, I'm a little disappointed with the movie. I mean, the story was a little bizarre, you have to admit. I mean, really. How believable is a plot about a captain who navigates his spaceship to the far reaches of the galaxy and encounters a race of frog people. I mean, come on.
#Person1#: Ah, I thought it was fantastic [Uhhh]. I mean, you have to admit that the special effects were awesome, and the acting wasn't bad either.
#Person2#: Ah, come on. What about the ship's communications officer? I mean, what did you think about him? [Well ...] Wasn't he a little weird to you? He was always talking to himself, and he had that funny hairdo?
#Person1#: Well, he was a little ... unusual [Yeah, yeah], but the ship's doctor was amazing. It was so cool when he brought the captain back to life during one of the battles.
#Person2#: That was pretty realistic, but then the rest of the movie just went from bad to worse. And the photography was so fake!
#Person1#: How do you know? You were snoring so loud the neighbors probably had to close their windows. It was that bad.
#Person2#: Ah, well, let's go to bed | movie discussion |
train_3013 | #Person1#: Well, the main activities in the region were historically steel and paper processing, I think.
#Person2#: Yes, but I'm not quite sure about the status of those industries now. Could you tell us something about that?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. In fact, they are less significant, but steel-related manufacturing still accounts for 44% of industrial activity. So it's still very important. In fact, 80% of Spain's machine tools are from the Basque Country. As for paper processing, there's still a little. But it's no longer what it once was in the region. So, is that clear?
#Person2#: Yes, thanks.
#Person1#: Now, to get back to what I was saying, there's a lot of unemployment as wellas geographical problems in the region.
#Person2#: Sorry, Victoria. What do you mean by geographical problems?
#Person1#: Well, what I mean is the area is very hilly, mountainous in parts. So there used to be transport problems, now though there are new train links and betterroads, but it may be that some smaller towns inland remain not very well connected, is that OK? Does that make sense? When we talk about specific location suggestions for the factory, we'll see this in more detail, so we'll come back to this question, OK?
#Person2#: OK, right.
#Person1#: So I was about to say something about the work force in the region and thelevel of training and education. In general, it's very good and improving. | class interaction |
train_3014 | #Person1#: Annie, what is troubling you? You look unhappy.
#Person2#: A man is pursuing me. He was my schoolmate in college, and he has been carrying a torch for me for three years.
#Person1#: Do you like him?
#Person2#: Yes, I do like him.
#Person1#: Then why are you hesitating?
#Person2#: You know that I have had a series of miserable relationships. Last summer, I fell in love with John. But the romance blossomed for six or seven weeks, and then wilted.
#Person1#: One love drives out another. You shouldn't be afraid to start a new relationship.
#Person2#: Maybe you are right. | relationship predicaments |
train_3015 | #Person1#: Hi, Mary, I didn't see you at work this morning. Are you all right?
#Person2#: Oh, I feel miserable. I've got a bad cold, My head is dizzy and my nose is running.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm so sorry to hear that. Have you seen a doctor or taken any medicines?
#Person2#: As a matter of fact I have, The doctor said it'll go away after a day or two. He's prescribed me some tablets.
#Person1#: Are you feeling better?
#Person2#: Yes, it helps me but I just have to wait and let my system do the work.
#Person1#: Do you need anything, grocery?
#Person2#: Oh, no, I'm fine. My refrigerator is piled up with food. But if it's not too much trouble for you. I'd like something to read.
#Person1#: Sure, I'll get it for you. Books or magazines?
#Person2#: I'd like both. | social greeting talk |
train_3016 | #Person1#: Would you like to order now?
#Person2#: Yes, can you recommend some steak?
#Person1#: Sure. I think pepper steak is quite good. Many guests like it very much.
#Person2#: OK I will try it. Do you have a small portion? I am afraid I can't finish the large one.
#Person1#: Yes madam. I will give you the small one. | ordering food |
train_3017 | #Person1#: Ms. Green, are the schools more or less similar everywhere throughout the United States, or do they differ in various sections?
#Person2#: The system of public schools is fairly uniform everywhere throughout the United States.
#Person1#: Do most students in the United States attend private schools or public schools?
#Person2#: Most public schools in the United States are very good, and the majority of students attend the public schools.
#Person1#: Which students go to private schools, then?
#Person2#: Children needing special instruction. Children whose parents can offord to send them to private schools, and children whose parents want them to receive a religious education.
#Person1#: But are the public schools good everywhere?
#Person2#: No, public schools can be very different. Even in the same city.
#Person1#: Dose it cost anything to attend the public schools? Are there any restrictions as to who may and may not attend?
#Person2#: The public schools in the United States are free to everyone and there is no cost to the student. In most states, even the textbooks are free. There are no restrictions as to color, race, or religion. Any student wishing to attend the public schools may do so. | US school discussion |
train_3018 | #Person1#: Good morning. Is this where I can get a library card issued to me?
#Person2#: No problem, we have a short form right here; just hand it to me when you are done.
#Person1#: I'm done.
#Person2#: That looks great, but I will also need your driver's license or other form of I. D.
#Person1#: Sure, here it is.
#Person2#: Well, this looks nice. Do you know how to use it?
#Person1#: I am pretty sure how to use it, but can you remind me?
#Person2#: Of course, just remember that all of the needed information is on the card.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: Well, I hope you have a wonderful time on your library visits! | get library cards |
train_3019 | #Person1#: You're a wonderful person, Kathleen.
#Person2#: So you are.
#Person1#: And I'm so honored that you would want to be with me because you would never be with anyone who wasn't truly worthy.
#Person2#: I feel exactly the same way with you.
#Person1#: Don't, don't, don't, don't say that. That, that makes it worse.
#Person2#: What? You don't love me? Me, either.
#Person1#: You don't love me?
#Person2#: No.
#Person1#: But we're so right for each other.
#Person2#: I know, I know. Well, is there some, is there someone else? Oh, that woman on television, Sydney Ann. | relationship discussion |
train_3020 | #Person1#: I really need to go shopping.
#Person2#: What do you need to buy?
#Person1#: I need to look for a new bedroom set.
#Person2#: Where are you going to go look for one?
#Person1#: I have absolutely no idea.
#Person2#: You don't know where you want to look for one?
#Person1#: No, I'm not sure where they sell nice bedroom sets.
#Person2#: Do you want to know where I got mine from?
#Person1#: Yes, because I love yours.
#Person2#: I purchased mine from IKEA.
#Person1#: Is IKEA affordable?
#Person2#: Not at all, but you get what you pay for. | shopping |
train_3021 | #Person1#: Did you remember to bring back that software I lent to you?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm sorry. It completely slipped my mind.
#Person1#: That's ok. If you could just bring it in tomorrow, I would appreciate it.
#Person2#: Definitely, I'm really sorry. | social talk |
train_3022 | #Person1#: What happened to you yesterday?
#Person2#: Oh I fell over on the way to work.
#Person1#: Oh I see. So that's why you didn't come in?
#Person2#: Yes and I broke my phone too so I couldn't call you.
#Person1#: Oh dear, that sounds terrible.
#Person2#: It was! But the worst thing was I tore my best shirt.
#Person1#: Oh dear. Well, get well soon and try to be more careful in future. | social greeting talk |
train_3023 | #Person1#: Hi, Monica, how is everything going?
#Person2#: Everything goes well, but I am thinking about quitting my current job.
#Person1#: Why? You're not satisfied with your job anymore?
#Person2#: I just sense. But I cannot grow anymore. My boss is not really supporting me. I am interested in some positions in other JV companies, but I need to do some more in-depth research before I send my application letters out.
#Person1#: That is important. Doing research on a company you are interested in will definitely help your application.
#Person2#: Certainly, it is very nice talking with you. But I really have to go now. Catch you later.
#Person1#: Ok, good luck to you. | resignation discussion |
train_3024 | #Person1#: I'm so bored. I don't know what I'm going to do today and it is only 10 in the morning.
#Person2#: Me too. Do you think we're boring people?
#Person1#: I don't think we are boring and it's just that we don't have any hobbies.
#Person2#: That's right. What do you think I should do as a hobby?
#Person1#: That all depends on what you like to do. I like to draw things in my notebook.
#Person2#: I like playing the piano for fun.
#Person1#: Yeah, that could be a good hobby.
#Person2#: Cool. I'm going to make a list of all the things I like doing.
#Person1#: Great idea. I'm going to do the same now. | social casual talk |
train_3025 | #Person1#: Where on earth is it, John? I hope we're going the right way.
#Person2#: Uhm, judging by the traffic, I think we are near the heart of the downtown area.
#Person1#: Oh, no, we should be heading for the village. Did I make a wrong turn?
#Person2#: I'm not sure. But I guess that you turned right when you should have turned left.
#Person1#: Well, now the problem is how to get back on to the main highway. It's too bad that we will be late for the party.
#Person2#: Don't worry. There is still enough time. Why don't we stop and ask someone?
#Person1#: OK. Let's stop along the next block. I think I see a police man up there in front of the bank.
#Person2#: OK. | get lost |
train_3026 | #Person1#: Well, Jenny, the school year is almost over. We just have 2 more weeks before exams. What do you plan to do this summer?
#Person2#: I'm going to teach English to some immigrants in the universities community service program.
#Person1#: That sounds interesting, don't you need to speak a foreign language for a job like that?
#Person2#: No, I don't. I 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 Chinese didn't help me learn to read and write Chinese.
#Person2#: My students won't want to read and write English, at least not now. They are more interested in speaking.
#Person1#: You sound very knowledgeable about all of 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 program administrators quite a lot. I think I would like to be an ESL teacher when I graduate. | summer plan |
train_3027 | #Person1#: Hey, Jim. It's time to wake up and get out of bed.
#Person2#: Do I have to get up now?
#Person1#: You'd better get up, or you'll be late.
#Person2#: What're you talking about? My alarm even hasn't gone off yet.
#Person1#: Yes, it did. It went off thirty minutes ago. You slept right through it. You're like a dead person while you sleep.
#Person2#: I must have slept right through it.
#Person1#: Rise and shine! Sleepyhead!
#Person2#: Just let me sleep five more minutes.
#Person1#: The early bird gets the worm.
#Person2#: I know, I know. But I don't want any worms.
#Person1#: Ha! Ha! If you don't make an effort now, later on it'll be a lot tougher for you. | get up |
train_3028 | #Person1#: How's your new car?
#Person2#: Perfect! Couldn't be better.
#Person1#: You made a good choice, then?
#Person2#: It's just what I want.
#Person1#: No regrets?
#Person2#: I am really pleased with it.
#Person1#: I am glad you are happy.
#Person2#: It's super. | new car |
train_3029 | #Person1#: The ATM machine outside won't give me back my card.
#Person2#: Let's go take a look at it. Do you have your ID with you?
#Person1#: Yes, here it is.
#Person2#: Okay, I see the problem. You forgot your code, didn't you?
#Person1#: How did you know?
#Person2#: The machine gives you three attempts to enter the correct code and after that it assumes that you are not the real owner and confiscates it.
#Person1#: Oh. But can I have my card back now?
#Person2#: Yes, I can get it for you but I need to go back inside the bank. | confiscate bank card |
train_3030 | #Person1#: I am sorry to trouble you again, Mr. Stone.
#Person2#: It's ok. What do you want to ask?
#Person1#: Where should I go after I arrived at the university?
#Person2#: The first place you should go is the International Center.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: You can get help there in dealing with the United States Immigration and Naturalization Service ; you can find Foreign Student Advisers.
#Person1#: What kind of role do foreign student advisers play?
#Person2#: They'll discuss personal concerns, housing, adjustment, finances and other matters with you.
#Person1#: Can we get any more help at the International Center?
#Person2#: Yes, a lot more. If you go there just before the beginning of the fall's semester, you can get your student ID and social security number there. They will keep your documents up-to-date. They will offer an orientation program for new comers. They will also help you contact your department and registration office.
#Person1#: I see. It must be worth going to.
#Person2#: Besides these, the center staff also works with community organizations which provide tours, home hospitality, speaking engagements and assistance for wives of foreign students. In cooperation with nationality clubs, student associations and other organizations, the International Center provides a varied program of cultural and social events throughout the year.
#Person1#: Wonderful. It is a home for foreign students.
#Person2#: It sure is. They also serve tea, coffee and refreshments. The Center staff members are also friendly and helpful. Everyone loves them. | university's international center |
train_3031 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Good morning. I want to buy a lipstick for my wife because it is her birthday today.
#Person1#: Do you know what color your wife often wears?
#Person2#: Light pink.
#Person1#: Would you like this color or other colors?
#Person2#: I'd like her to have a change.
#Person1#: Then how do you like this plum red one?
#Person2#: It is nice. Is it water proof?
#Person1#: Yes, sir.
#Person2#: Okay, I'll take it. Could you help me gift wrap it?
#Person1#: Of course. | buy a lipstick |
train_3032 | #Person1#: Miss, where do you want to go?
#Person2#: Could you drop me off at the airport?
#Person1#: No problem.
#Person2#: Do I need to pay any extra change for my suitcases?
#Person1#: Yes, you are changed 50 cents a piece.
#Person2#: All right. | go to airport |
train_3033 | #Person1#: Wow, Amy, look at that number.
#Person2#: What's so great about it?
#Person1#: What do you mean? It's a scrim.
#Person2#: Not to me, I wouldn't be caught dead in that.
#Person1#: I love that kind of stuff.
#Person2#: Yeah, you seem to like those styles.
#Person1#: Sure do. I get a kick out of looking punk.
#Person2#: This one looks really expensive though.
#Person1#: I don't care how much it costs. I'm rolling in it.
#Person2#: Lucky you! I can't buy anything else. I'm flat broke.
#Person1#: I got a replace my party outfit, I trashed it last week.
#Person2#: Why did you drag me into this? I've spent a week salary.
#Person1#: Are you on the level? You're the one who called me, remember?
#Person2#: Just joking, T. I've got some wonderful clothes. Let's go and have a close look at your outfit. | buy outfit |
train_3034 | #Person1#: Do you have any questions before you commit yourself to this?
#Person2#: Actually, yes I do. I was wondering about the subscription fee. And how much will you charge me during the time of redeeming this new fund?
#Person1#: The subscription fee is charged at a rate of 1. 2 %. But for redeeming, a rate of a usual 0. 5 %, we shall charge you 1. 6 % if you apply to buy it after the fund-raising period.
#Person2#: So, it's going to cost me then?
#Person1#: I'm afraid so, yes. There is always some risk on the buyer's part. | charging rules |
train_3035 | #Person1#: I plan to add an introductory letter behind the resume to increase the probabilities of success in the interview.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. Do you know how to write an introductory letter?
#Person1#: I'm not sure of that. Do you know?
#Person2#: I just know a little. First you need to include your basic information, such as your name, age, gender and major, etc.
#Person1#: Yes, I think so, too. I must introduce myself in truth.
#Person2#: I think the most important is that you need to show the employer that you are qualified for that job.
#Person1#: So I should write my strengths in the introductory letter, especially those related to the work.
#Person2#: Yes, thus the employer can know you very well, and then decide whether you are the right person.
#Person1#: You are very nice to tell me those.
#Person2#: I wish you good luck!
#Person1#: Thank you! | introductory letter |
train_3036 | #Person1#: Yeah, I'Ve just moved here, and I'd like to activate my cell phone, and I'm not sure if I should go with a prepaid plan, or a monthly rate plan.
#Person2#: I see. Well, can I have a look at your phone? Unfortunately, this phone can't be used in the US, it's not compatible with our 3G network.
#Person1#: What? Really? I don't really want to have to buy a new phone.
#Person2#: Well, you're in luck! You see, if you sign up for our three-year plan, we'll throw in a handset for free.
#Person1#: Really? What's the catch?
#Person2#: There's no catch! You just choose a plan, sign a three-year contract and, that's it! Actually, we're running a special promotion right now, and we're giving away a Blackberry Curve with our special Mega Value forty dollar plan.
#Person1#: So what does this plan include?
#Person2#: Well, you get nine hundred anytime minutes, and you can also enjoy free mobile to mobile calling to other Tel-Mobile clients, one thousand text messages per month, and unlimited evening and weekend minutes. Oh, and we also offer a rollover option.
#Person1#: Wow, all this for forty dollars per month?
#Person2#: That's right, plus the activation fee, the emergency services fee, the monthly service fee, oh, and any charges for extra minutes, and. . . | cellphone promotion |
train_3037 | #Person1#: What's the date today Mr. Brown? I don't have a calendar.
#Person2#: Today is Tuesday, 25th September, 2001.
#Person1#: 25th Sep? Oh, I have an appointment tonight.
#Person2#: What time is your appointment?
#Person1#: It is at 8 o'clock.
#Person2#: What time is now? Do you have the correct time?
#Person1#: I don't know what time it is.
#Person2#: It must be about 6 o'clock.
#Person1#: I have to go now. I don't want to be late.
#Person2#: You won't be late. It's still early. | ask the time |
train_3038 | #Person1#: The art critic from the daily chronicle doesn't think much of the max oreo exhibition. He says that the artwork is uninspiring and old fashioned.
#Person2#: Really? I thought the exhibition showed that he had real talent. What did you think of it?
#Person1#: I liked it. I didn't think his works were masterpieces, but the certainly weren't uninspiring, in my opinion.
#Person2#: I don't think I'Ve ever read a good review of an exhibition by that critic. He doesn't seem to like anything. Which kinds of paintings do you prefer?
#Person1#: I like landscapes and still life. You prefer abstract paintings, don't you?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. I like painters who use will rather than watercolors. The colors appear richer. What do you think?
#Person1#: I agree. I prefer oils too. I collect landscapes, but I only have a small collection. You have a small collection of abstract art, don't you?
#Person2#: Yes. Good artwork is very expensive nowadays. When I was in china, I bought some calligraphy by famous artists. You should come and see it sometime.
#Person1#: That would be nice. Can you read the characters?
#Person2#: I know what the characters on the paintings mean. I think Chinese characters look very artistic. It's said that the way they are written can give insight into the artist's character.
#Person1#: I think that's true with any of the fine arts. | talk about art |
train_3039 | #Person1#: Do you mind if I ask you a question?
#Person2#: No, not at all. Go ahead.
#Person1#: What do you do in order to improve your English?
#Person2#: I go to movies ; I go to lectures ; I listen to the radio ; I do lots of things. Most importantly, I practice every chance I get.
#Person1#: It's a good idea to have a radio, isn't it?
#Person2#: Sure. It's like understanding on the telephone,, you can't see the speaker! It's great for improving listening comprehension.
#Person1#: It takes a long time to learn a language, doesn't it?
#Person2#: It certainly does. But if you practice speaking every spare minute and learn useful sentences every day you can make big progress. | learn English |
train_3040 | #Person1#: Hey Mike. What are you doing?
#Person2#: Nothing much. What are you up to?
#Person1#: I was just concerned about Sam. He hasn't been himself lately.
#Person2#: He took the civil service exam and failed.
#Person1#: That sucks. He must feel depressed.
#Person2#: Yeah. He's been sitting in his room everyday for the last 4 days.
#Person1#: Why don't we take him out? We can try to take his mind off of it. In the least show him that we're there for him.
#Person2#: That's a great idea. Why don't you call him. I already talked to him a couple of times and it might be good for him to hear from somebody else.
#Person1#: Ok. I'll call you back after I'm done.
#Person2#: Sounds good. | comfort friend |
train_3041 | #Person1#: What kind of jobs are becoming popular in your country?
#Person2#: As in many countries, there's been a big growth in anything related to computers. Young people are attracted to that field in particular. There's also been a big growth in education.
#Person1#: There's been a growth in that field in my country too. A lot of people want to learn practical and professional skills.
#Person2#: The interesting thing is that many of the teachers are not actually trained teachers. They are usually professionals who are taking a break from their jobs to pass on skills to others.
#Person1#: I noticed that too. What are the people learning?
#Person2#: In my country, they are usually studying something business-related, such as marketing, management techniques, and human resource management.
#Person1#: I think that jobs in the leisure industry will become more popular in the future.
#Person2#: That trend has already begun in my country. In particular, there's a big demand for people to work in fitness centers. Which kinds of jobs are less in demand?
#Person1#: Those in traditional fields, such as agriculture and heavy industry. Younger people are not interested in doing those jobs and other countries have industries that can produce things much cheaper.
#Person2#: Yes. My country is certainly expanding in the service and hi-tech sectors, but contracting in the heavy industry and primary industry sectors. However, our car and aircraft manufacturers are doing very well.
#Person1#: They are well known for high quality, that's why. | work and industry |
train_3042 | #Person1#: Where were you last night, at exactly nine twenty PM?
#Person2#: nine twenty pm, I couldn't say. I cann't remember.
#Person1#: Are you sure you cann't remember?
#Person2#: I've absolutely certain.
#Person1#: Were you in or out? Can you remember that?
#Person2#: I'm not quite positive. I think I went out at about half pass nine.
#Person1#: Did you see anyone come into the block flats?
#Person2#: No, I didn't.
#Person1#: Sure?
#Person2#: Quite sure. | investigation |
train_3043 | #Person1#: This is our first day of class. It's better for us to introduce ourselves to each other. Who would like to begin first? Any volunteers?
#Person2#: I'd like to introduce myself first.
#Person1#: Yes, please.
#Person2#: My name is Gavin White. I was born and raised in London. After high school, I went to Edinburgh University. I worked for one year to pay for my tuition and then got my Bachelor's degree there. Now I've come here to get my Master's degree. I am glad to meet all of you and I hope we will become good friends. | self-introduction |
train_3044 | #Person1#: I hear that you've been to the Saikei Ski Resort for the weekend. Did you enjoy it?
#Person2#: Yes, it's so exciting, though I had the most falls in our skiing team.
#Person1#: Isn't there any coach to teach you how to ski?
#Person2#: Of course there is. The top-level coaches there are from the State Sports General Administration.
#Person1#: Could you move smoothly?
#Person2#: Yes. My face even ached in the icy wind.
#Person1#: What happened afterwards?
#Person2#: I was skiing on and on excitedly until I realized one thing-I could not stop! You can just imagine how terrified I was.
#Person1#: Poor girl! | skiing |
train_3045 | #Person1#: Now I know why I split up with Mike. We found we were simply not good for each other.
#Person2#: In what ways?
#Person1#: Well, he is a typical Sagittarius guy, while I am a Cancer. We aren't really compatible
#Person2#: Ha-ha, so you believe in astrology?
#Person1#: What's strange about that! As a person born under the sign of Cancer, I am home-loving and wish for a peaceful family life. But according to astrology, Sagittarius guys are too adventurous and risk-taking. They seldom think of leading a settled and peaceful life.
#Person2#: Is that so? I'm afraid it is too narrow-minded to judge people using astrology. It's all stereotypes!
#Person1#: But in my case, the fact matches the theory. Mike is humorous, energetic, always as fresh as a daisy, but probably too ambitious. It frightens me!
#Person2#: But as far as I remember, you two caught on like a house on fire when you first met.
#Person1#: Exactly. But later on, he cares more about his career than love. Work seems to be the better all, and all for him-so much that he doesn't even grudge sparing a day out with me. | astrology and fact |
train_3046 | #Person1#: This is a nice place, but you need to get some furniture.
#Person2#: I had planned to. I can bring some from my place. And there's some more at my parents'.
#Person1#: Do you have a bed?
#Person2#: Of course, I have. There is one in my old house. And I have another one from college at my parents'house.
#Person1#: That's good. You can put one in this room and put the other one in that room.
#Person2#: Yeah, it is a good idea. You can stay in my house for the night if you would like to.
#Person1#: Yeah. By the way, can I take a shower?
#Person2#: Sure, but I don't have hot water, yet.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: No, they're coming tomorrow morning to turn the gas on. My phone should be working then, too.
#Person1#: Well, do you want to go outside for dinner?
#Person2#: Yeah, I can't cook anything until tomorrow, anyway. Let's go to the restaurant nearby. It's my treat.
#Person1#: OK. Let's go. | a new house |
train_3047 | #Person1#: Darling, this dress is for you. I hope you like it.
#Person2#: Oh, very beautiful. Thank you, Steven, I like it very much.
#Person1#: Your birthday is coming, and I think this dress suits you. Why not try it now?
#Person2#: My birthday present? I can't help telling you that I am a happy woman, darling. I will come back soon. ( Go to her bedroom and wear the new dress, then show it to Steven. )
#Person1#: It fits me exactly. How does it look like?
#Person2#: It displays your slender figure, darling.
#Person1#: The most important thing is that you bought it for me. I am happy that you know my size and style.
#Person2#: Because you are my dear wife. | dress for wife |
train_3048 | #Person1#: Can I be of any help?
#Person2#: I have a fifteen-day vacation and I want to have a trip to England. Is there any route that fits me well?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. How about this one? It's a new route.
#Person2#: That's wonderful. By the way, what kind of cabin will I have?
#Person1#: First class, sir. | trip to England |
train_3049 | #Person1#: Hello! We'Ve been waiting for our lunch order for over an hour. Did you forget our order?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, sir. Could you tell me your name and order again, please? I'll check on the delay.
#Person1#: The name's Stanley Morris and the order was for two chef's salads.
#Person2#: Thank you, Mr. Morris. Please wait one moment and let me check on the order. Would you like anything to drink, sir? On the house. | order delayed |
train_3050 | #Person1#: I really appreciate your driving me around.
#Person2#: It's no problem. I have time today, and I think it's important that you find a good place.
#Person1#: It would be hard for just me to do it. I don't know the city at all.
#Person2#: So what do you see in there?
#Person1#: This one sounds good. Efficiency with view of the lake. Utilities and parking included. Newly remodeled kitchen. $ 470.
#Person2#: Can you afford that much?
#Person1#: No, I guess not. But that's what I want, isn't it? An efficiency.
#Person2#: Yes, an efficiency is a small apartment. Usually one large room and a small bathroom. There is often a small kitchen too. So it's good for one person.
#Person1#: How about this one? Downtown efficiency. Furnished. . . What does furnished mean?
#Person2#: That means the apartment has furniture in it.
#Person1#: That's good.
#Person2#: Sometimes it's good, sometimes it's bad. You have to like the furniture.
#Person1#: Furnished. Parking included. $ 400.
#Person2#: It's still pretty expensive.
#Person1#: Yes, but it's downtown. I would like to take look at this one.
#Person2#: Alright. What's the phone number?
#Person1#: 256-7797.
#Person2#: Got it. What else do you see?
#Person1#: This one. Two male grad students seeking roommate. Must be quiet. Comfortable downtown apartment. Does this mean I have to share a room with them?
#Person2#: No. It probably means they have a large apartment. Probably a living room, kitchen and three bedrooms. They need someone for the empty bedroom.
#Person1#: That sounds alright.
#Person2#: Yes, it might be an advantage for you. You are a foreigner, after all. If they're alright roommates, you could learn a lot from them.
#Person1#: Here's the number, 256-4367.
#Person2#: Got it. Let's call these two and see if we can make appointments to see the apartments.
#Person1#: Sounds good to me. I really appreciate your help on this.
#Person2#: Don't mention it, Larry. What are friends for anyway? | choose apartments |
train_3051 | #Person1#: Shall we have some soup first?
#Person2#: No, thank you. I don't like soup. I'd rather have some fruit juice to start with.
#Person1#: Ok, and what about the main course? Which would you rather have, fish or meat?
#Person2#: Meat, I think.
#Person1#: Don't you like fish then?
#Person2#: I do, but I want meat.
#Person1#: Shall we have some white wine then?
#Person2#: Yes, but I prefer red wine with meat.
#Person1#: What would you like for dessert?
#Person2#: I just want to have a coffee, I think.
#Person1#: Fine, and after dinner, shall we go to a disco?
#Person2#: No, thanks. I'd like to go straight home. I'm very tired. | different choices |
train_3052 | #Person1#: We'd like to rent a flat near the university.
#Person2#: Are you looking for somewhere for two people?
#Person1#: Yes, we are. Obviously, we'd like something as cheap as possible. We've heard that there are places for 80 to 100 pounds a month.
#Person2#: Yes, there are several place available in that price range near the university. Do you have any other requirements?
#Person1#: Not really, no. We'd preferably like to live in a quiet street.
#Person2#: How many rooms do you need in the flat?
#Person1#: We'll need two bedrooms. The kitchen and dining room can be separate or combined.
#Person2#: Ok. I've got a list of place that fit your requirements. Let's just go through them. The first on the list costs 80 pounds a month, but it's on a noisy street and it's a little far from the university.
#Person1#: How far away is it from the campus?
#Person2#: It's about two miles away. that might be a little far to walk. Here's one that's about half a mile from the campus. The cost is 100 pounds a month and it's on a small street, just off a main street.
#Person1#: That sounds ideal. Can we go to have a look at it? we'd like to see it before making a final decision.
#Person2#: Of course. I'm not very busy at the moment. If you can wait for about 15 or 20 minutes. I can take you there.
#Person1#: Thank you. That would be great. | rent a flat |
train_3053 | #Person1#: Hi, I'd like to have my phone turned on, please.
#Person2#: At what address, sir?
#Person1#: 345 Lincoln Avenue. Oklahoma City.
#Person2#: O. K. Your name please?
#Person1#: John Smith.
#Person2#: One moment please. Very well, Mr. Smith. I need to ask you a few questions.
#Person1#: Very well.
#Person2#: The interview will take about 15 minutes, and your phone will be turned on in 24 hours.
#Person1#: Fifteen minutes? I'm sorry, but I'll have to call back. I need to get back to work.
#Person2#: O. K. Mr. Smith. Thanks for calling. | turn on phone |
train_3054 | #Person1#: Excuse me. I bought this just now and here's a receipt. I'm afraid I was short-changed. Could you look into it?
#Person2#: Oh, really? Just a moment. . . You paid with a ten-dollar note and I gave you. . . Oh, sorry, here's a five left. I'm terribly sorry. | short change |
train_3055 | #Person1#: How could we advertise our celebrations to mark the centenary of the founding of the university?
#Person2#: I'm sure we could get one or two tv companies to come in. Perhaps the president could invite them and do an interview.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. We could put up some posters in and around the campus with a list of events. It would be quite cheap to do on the campus.
#Person2#: It will be expensive to do outside the campus. Perhaps we could arrange for some sponsorship.
#Person1#: We could contact alumni who work for large, well-know companies. They might be able to arrange cheap advertising in exchange for some free tickets.
#Person2#: Good thinking! We should also print some leaflets for students to distribute.
#Person1#: We should put some information about it on the home page of our university website. When people visit the website, they'll see the information.
#Person2#: We could take out some advertisements to local newspapers. I checked the prices and they are reasonable.
#Person1#: Ok. Let's get to work on our advertising campaign. | advertise the celebration |
train_3056 | #Person1#: Ok, so where do you think we can save more money?
#Person2#: Well, we could eat in more. That 300 dollars for entertainment is mostly going to restaurants.
#Person1#: Yeah. That's a good idea and you like to cook. What about the books?
#Person2#: No, I need my books.
#Person1#: Come on. If we save more money, we can retire earlier and you'll actually have time to read all those books you buy.
#Person2#: Well, what about the 50 you spent on a shirt? You could have gotten something for less.
#Person1#: Ok. Let's compromise. If you agree to only spend 75 on books, I'll agree to only spend 40 for my next shirt.
#Person2#: All right. That sounds fair. | save money |
train_3057 | #Person1#: Now let me tell you your definite duties in this office and this is your desk. Please sit down.
#Person2#: I see. Thank you. Sir, what kind of duties will I do?
#Person1#: B, your main duty is to answer phone calls and transfer files to the person who wants them. Is that difficult?
#Person2#: It's easy. Is there anything I can do for you, sir?
#Person1#: Well. I have nearly forgotten. Mr. Green from ABC Company had an appointment with me, but I will be very busy at that time. If he calls, you can tell him the appointment will be changed to next week.
#Person2#: I will leave a memo for you, sir. | job duties |
train_3058 | #Person1#: Excuse me, but could you tell me how to get to the railway station?
#Person2#: Yes, you'll have to take a No. 45 bus.
#Person1#: Does the bus take me straight to the station?
#Person2#: Yes, when you get off the bus, you will find the station just in front of you.
#Person1#: Good, but where is the bus stop?
#Person2#: Go straight along the road and turn right at the first crossing. You can't miss it.
#Person1#: Thank you. How soon can I get there?
#Person2#: Well, if the streets are not too crowded, you will get there in about half an hour.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.
#Person2#: You are welcome. | ask directions |
train_3059 | #Person1#: Oh dear, I gained these 10 pounds in the last 3 months, none of my clothes fit any more.
#Person2#: I wouldn't complain, you look much better. In fact, you can gain another 5 pounds and still look good. | gain weight |
train_3060 | #Person1#: Let me see now. Which train do I need to get on?
#Person2#: Excuse me. Do you need any help?
#Person1#: Yes, I want to go to Tokyo Tower, but I'm really lost. This is my first visit to Japan, so I have no idea on how to ride the trains.
#Person2#: First, you need to buy a ticket to your destination. [Um-HUH] From here, it's a hundred and thirty yen.
#Person1#: A hundred thirty yen. Okay.
#Person2#: Then, get on the Hibiya Subway Line at platform number 4.
#Person1#: Number 4, alright. Oh, and how often do the trains come around this time of day?
#Person2#: Usually, they come about every six minutes or so.
#Person1#: Alright. And where do I get off the train.
#Person2#: Get off at Kamiyacho Station, three stops from here. The sign at the station is written in English, so you'll be able to read it.
#Person1#: Three stops. Got it. Thanks for your help.
#Person2#: No problem. Good luck. | ask directions |
train_3061 | #Person1#: Shall I phone and tell your secretary you're not coming today?
#Person2#: Yes, please, dear. Tell her I've got a cold and have a headache, but hope to be back in a day or two. You'd better say I'm staying in bed.
#Person1#: But you are not in bed. Do you want me to tell a lie?
#Person2#: Oh, it's only a little one, dear. I'm not making a false excuse. I really have a bad headache.
#Person1#: Then put the cigarette out. It's very foolish of you to smoke when you've got a cold.
#Person2#: Very well, dear. You're quite right.
#Person1#: You never listen to me.
#Person2#: Don't I?
#Person1#: Look, There's some boiling water in the kitchen. Here you are. Do as I tell you now. I've put something in the water. That'll do you a lot of good. Wrap this cloth around your neck and put your nose over the water. That's right. Breathe in deeply.
#Person2#: It smells nice.
#Person1#: Now, another deep breath. Now breathe out. Slowly! Now, breathe in again. Go on doing that for five minutes. I will go and make that phone call to the office. | sick at home |
train_3062 | #Person1#: Your yard is always so beautiful, Cathy. You must have a gardener.
#Person2#: Oh, no. It would cost at least $50 a month to hire someone to do the work, so I do most of it myself. I enjoy taking care of the flowers, but I have to force myself to do the weeding and cut the grass. | gardening |
train_3063 | #Person1#: We're having a lovely time,Dad.
#Person2#: I'm sure there's a lot to do.
#Person1#: There is! We've been for a walk in Central Park. It's so big! Everything here is big. And we've climbed the Empire State Building. The view was fantastic. We haven't been to Greenwich Village yet, and we haven't been to Chinatown, either. We're going to do that tomorrow.
#Person2#: Have you seen the Statue of Liberty yet?
#Person1#: Oh, yes, we have. We've just had a helicopter out of the city, and we flew really close to it.
#Person2#: What about a show? Have you seen a show on Broadway yet?
#Person1#: No, we haven't. We're going to see one on our last night here, but we haven't decided what to see yet. | visit places |
train_3064 | #Person1#: I hear John left his cat in your care while he's on vacation abroad. How are you getting along with it?
#Person2#: Well, it never comes when I call it. It spills its food and sheds all over the place. I can't wait till John gets back. | cat |
train_3065 | #Person1#: Welcome to this idition of writers. Tonight we have Steven Das with us. Congratulations on your book. It's such a success.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: This is your first time to that poetry? Did you ever try before? Did you ever take any classes in poetry?
#Person2#: Well. My only real experience was writing business plans. Other than that. I've experience. We're writing with concerned. I've always had the good grass of the writing with the English language. Thanks to my mom who studied my reading when I was very little.
#Person1#: What's the hardest thing that in the world?
#Person2#: Definitely finding the perfect words to fit what I wanted to say. There're always work word two that I might to rewrite if given the chance.
#Person1#: Was there be more collections of poetry from Daisy?
#Person2#: There will be more something that surprise. But maybe not poetry. I really don't see myself as a poet. Rather, I'd see what I wrote this kind of writing. that might inspaire people in someway. | interview a writer |
train_3066 | #Person1#: Hello.
#Person2#: He, he.., hello? Uh, yeah. Is ... uh ... your dad home?
#Person1#: Just a minute please.
#Person3#: Hello.
#Person2#: Uh ... yeah ... uh hello? Yeah, um ... is ... uh ... Nick home please?
#Person3#: Oh, he can't come to the phone right now.
#Person2#: Okay, well, um, yeah, I need to talk to your dad. Um, yeah, could you ... um ... take a message?
#Person3#: Yeah.
#Person2#: Yeah. This is ... my name's Nick Johnson. And if ...
#Person3#: The phone number?
#Person2#: Yeah if you could tell him. Yeah, the phone number is 589 [Uh-huh] 7248.
#Person3#: 589-7248?
#Person2#: Yeah, right and if you could tell him to call me tonight between 7:00 and 8:30?
#Person3#: Okay.
#Person2#: Alright, and uh. Now, I think ... are you his daughter?
#Person3#: Yeah.
#Person2#: Yeah, now what's your name?
#Person3#: I ... I'm not supposed to tell that.
#Person2#: Ah, that's really smart. Alright, well just tell him I called.
#Person3#: Okay.
#Person2#: Okay, bye.
#Person3#: Bye. | a call |
train_3067 | #Person1#: Hello. Is that Mr. Nelson? This is Linda speaking.
#Person2#: Hello, Miss Linda. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: I'm on my way to visit you now, but I've lost my way.
#Person2#: That's too bad. Where are you now, Miss Linda?
#Person1#: I don't know exactly. I think I'm somewhere on New Hampshire Street. I'm calling you from a bookstore.
#Person2#: A bookstore on New Hampshire Street. It's at a corner, isn't it?
#Person1#: Yes, it is. And I can see a restaurant at the other corner.
#Person2#: Now I'm almost sure where you are. You turned at the second corner. You should have turned at the first corner from the railway station.
#Person1#: Is that so? Then I'll go back to the first corner.
#Person2#: It'll be better that way. You'll find a one-way traffic sign. That's where you have to turn to the left. Come up the slope to reach a six-storied apartment house. My room is on the third floor.
#Person1#: I'm sure I won't have any trouble this time. Thanks.
#Person2#: I'll be waiting for you. Bye. | direct the way |
train_3068 | #Person1#: Would you like a bag?
#Person2#: That's OK. I'll just throw them in my backpack. Say, do you have any advice on where I can get some Chinese ginseng?
#Person1#: Ginseng? You can get that at any Chinese herb store. I know a good one right near here--I can show you if you want.
#Person2#: If it's close to here and you don't mind, sure, that would be great!
#Person1#: Come with me!
#Person3#: Oh, hi! I'm Uranda! My aunt said you wanted some ginseng. Which kind do you want?
#Person2#: Uh, what's the difference?
#Person3#: Korean ginseng is red--it's more warming. The Western ginseng is white and more cooling. Since it's still kind of cold, I suggest you get the red kind!
#Person2#: Well, OK. How much for a pound?
#Person3#: We don't sell by the pound here in Taiwan. We sell by the jin. One jin is about one and a third pounds. | buy ginseng |
train_3069 | #Person1#: . . . I knew it. I always knew you were a lesbian!
#Person2#: She's my roommate, not my date. [to Yi-jun] The D-man, as in dork.
#Person1#: Haha. Still got that great sense of humor, I see. Here's my card. I sell used cars. A car from us is a car you can trust!
#Person2#: Alrighty then. Didn't you use to date Sheryl?
#Person1#: Sweet little lassie. Yep, broke her heart when the D-man told her he couldn't be a one-woman guy.
#Person2#: Oh? I heard she dumped you. Anyway, she's right over there. Oh, Sheryl! | lesbian and date |
train_3070 | #Person1#: Anyone home? Jen!
#Person2#: I'm in the kitchen. . . let yourself in!
#Person1#: Wow! You're really working up a storm!
#Person2#: I know. I've even worked up a sweat.
#Person1#: You look like a cooking show host--only messier. | mess the kitchen |
train_3071 | #Person1#: What's the matter?
#Person2#: I've been having a lot of headaches recently.
#Person1#: How long have they been bothering you?
#Person2#: Since this past Monday. I hadn't slept well the night before and thought that was the reason, so I went to work as usual.
#Person1#: Did you take any medicine?
#Person2#: Not on Monday, but I did take some on the following day. The pain stopped for about half a day and then came back that night. So I decided to come and see you.
#Person1#: OK. Let me examine you and see if we can sort this out. | headache |
train_3072 | #Person1#: Tired again, Samantha.
#Person2#: Oh, sorry, James. I've had such a busy week and this morning was just. Uh...I woke up really early at 5:30 AM and then I couldn't get back to sleep. So I got up.
#Person1#: What? At 5:30 AM on a Saturday morning?
#Person2#: Yes, then I had a shower and went out to catch a bus into town. Instead of 8 o'clock AM, it didn't come until 8:15 AM and it was raining hard.
#Person1#: Oh, dear. What happened next?
#Person2#: When I got to town, it was 9:15 AM. So first of all, I went to the library, but it was closed. So I waited until 10:00 AM for it to open.
#Person1#: Why did you go to the library?
#Person2#: I needed some information for my school project, but I spent 2 hours looking for something about the Kings and Queens of England. But all the books I needed were out of the library.
#Person1#: Why didn't you go to the book shop in Stanley Street?
#Person2#: I've didn't have enough money on me, so I caught the bus home at 12:30.
#Person1#: What time did you get home?
#Person2#: Not until 2:00 PM. The bus broke down and I had to walk the rest of the way home.
#Person1#: Oh, dear. | Tired morning |
train_3073 | #Person1#: Roy why do you look so happy today?
#Person2#: I was praised by my new boss today.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: Yes, you know a couple of months ago there was a problem in my department. A new system meant that you had to sign in and out all the time. Many people didn't like this, because there was only one place you could sign in. Which was a long way from where most people work when the new boss came he asked for solving methods and I suggested we put signing in stations at several locations. Today, he told me he would take the advice and he gave me $200 as an award.
#Person1#: Wow. That's great news, but don't act so excited in your company, your colleagues may not like you.
#Person2#: OK. | praised by boss |
train_3074 | #Person1#: You know, we have to think of something we can do after school. My life basically consists of school, homework and school. It's getting to be quite boring.
#Person2#: Yeah, we really need to find an after school club for something.
#Person1#: But our school doesn't have any funny clubs.
#Person2#: Hey, we can always create our own club.
#Person1#: But we should make sure people are actually interested first.
#Person2#: Oh yeah. We have to do some preparations, but before we start anything, we must make sure there is an important person to sponsor us.
#Person1#: Hmm...Who will sponsor us? Everybody looked so busy. | create school club |
train_3075 | #Person1#: Professor Edward, could I have a talk with you about the oral presentation?
#Person2#: OK. Was there something about the requirements you didn't understand?
#Person1#: No. I just don't think I can do it.
#Person2#: You don't think you'll be ready in time?
#Person1#: I'm not here to ask for more time. In fact, it's because I'll get very nervous in front of people. It's a problem I've had since I was a child.
#Person2#: I see. There has to be some way we can deal with it.
#Person1#: I could write a paper instead. Some of my teachers in high school let me do that.
#Person2#: But if I let you do that, I'd be opening myself up to the blame of unfair treatment. Well, would you be nervous if you gave the presentation in front of a video camera?
#Person1#: You mean recorded with a camera and then show it to the class? It might work. Actually, that's a great idea. I could do it over and over again until I got it perfect. But the other students, won't they...
#Person2#: Well, I'll have some explaining to do. I think they'll understand. | record presentation |
train_3076 | #Person1#: Hey Joe, what are you doing in this department store?
#Person2#: Hi, Rita, I'm just looking for a pair of shoes. I won't be here for long.
#Person1#: Why not? When I go shoe shopping, I have so many options for sneakers that I spend awhile looking at all of the choices.
#Person2#: That's my problem. I don't have a lot of options.
#Person1#: What do you mean? This is a big store, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes, but I have unusually big feet. That wouldn't be too much of a problem except that they're also very wide, and only a few brands sell shoes that I can fit into.
#Person1#: So how do you usually go about buying shoes, then?
#Person2#: Well, first of all, I can only go to certain stores that can guarantee me a large selection.
#Person1#: Well, you're in the right store. If they don't have it, no one will.
#Person2#: After that I choose something from one of the few brands that I know will fit me. I prefer white, so I ask them to bring me a pair of white sneakers in my size. Since I ' m usually only given one or two pairs of shoes that meet my qualifications, it makes it a very easy choice. | unusually big shoes |
train_3077 | #Person1#: Hello, I was wondering if I could talk with the apartment manager.
#Person2#: I am the apartment manager. How can I help you?
#Person1#: I was wondering if the apartment on Main Street is still available.
#Person2#: Yes, it's still vacant. Are you interested in seeing it?
#Person1#: Yes, I would love to see the apartment.
#Person2#: I will be at the apartment today at 6
#Person1#: Yes, I can be there at 6.
#Person2#: Great. I'll see you at 6. Do you know where it is?
#Person1#: Yes, I have a friend who lives in that neighborhood.
#Person2#: I'll be bringing an application form.
#Person1#: OK, should I bring anything with me?
#Person2#: No. I might need to see your ID card, but that's about it. | apartment rent |
train_3078 | #Person1#: Hi, John.
#Person2#: Oh, hi, Mary, come on in. Any problem?
#Person1#: Oh, no problem.
#Person2#: Great. I forgot to ask you, though. How long did you want the place?
#Person1#: Six months.
#Person2#: Oh, well, that might be a problem. I usually only sign one year leases.
#Person1#: Well, one year would be fine, too. I ' m not planning on leaving the area anytime soon.
#Person2#: Well, if it ' s not a problem. Then here you go.
#Person1#: Just let me look at it quickly.
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: Looks like a standard lease.
#Person2#: Yeah, and don ' t worry about the security deposit. If everything ' s all right when you move out, you ' ll get it back.
#Person1#: O. K. Great. Just sign and date it here?
#Person2#: Yes. Thanks. You can move your stuff in tomorrow.
#Person1#: Wonderful. | house leasing |
train_3079 | #Person1#: Have you adapted to the lifestyle in China?
#Person2#: Yeah, almost. But there is one thing.
#Person1#: What?
#Person2#: I still wonder what privacy meant for Chinese people. I don't mean to say that there's no privacy in China, but...
#Person1#: What is it?
#Person2#: Some of my Chinese colleagues just share their personal stories in front of others.
#Person1#: That makes you feel uncomfortable?
#Person2#: Yeah. we never do that in a public office.
#Person1#: Perhaps that's because we hold different ideas about privacy.
#Person2#: I have felt that. One day when i was in a queue, reading a newspaper story, the man behind me peered through my shoulder and stared at the newspaper I was holding.
#Person1#: Well, that's not rare. I've seen people reading at others ' newspaper while taking a metro or a bus.
#Person2#: Just stare at the newspaper holding in the hands of the one next to him?
#Person1#: Yeah.
#Person2#: Oh, I'm shocked. | privacy |
train_3080 | #Person1#: Welcome to our show! Today, I am going to show you how to make the perfect mouthwatering sandwich! Are you ready? Let's get started!
#Person2#: Let's start with the basics, bread. Bread is an important ingredient here. You need to remember one thing - choose the bread according to the following criteria, freshness, crumb and color. If you want a closed sandwich I recommend you first toast your bread in a toaster or oven, or grill it slightly until it gets a light brown color.
#Person1#: Now that our bread is ready, let's talk about the ingredients! Of course, each person's palate is different, but I'm going to give you a few tips that you'll be able to use when turning any sandwich into the perfect sandwich. I would strongly recommend you put fresh vegetables in your sandwich.
#Person2#: Do not undervalue them as they play a big role in forming the taste and will make the sandwich more refreshing and light. The best choices here are evident, cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, sweet pepper or chilli, lettuce and, of course, herbs, you can't go wrong with them. As for aubergines, mushrooms and asparagus, I would recommend you first grill them slightly with a little touch of olive oil.
#Person1#: Last but not least, we have a wide variety of condiments that we can add to our perfect sandwich. We can be subtle and just add a touch of salt and pepper, or we can combine mustard sauce, mayonnaise, ketchup or even caviar to achieve a stronger flavor! It's always a good idea to cut your sandwich in triangles or manageable pieces to avoid all your ingredients falling out and staining your shirt!
#Person2#: That's all the time we have for today, but join us next time where we'll be going over how to make the perfect lasagna! Till next time! | cooking |
train_3081 | #Person1#: How do you like you trip?
#Person2#: I have no idea. Maybe I want to take a boat down the river.
#Person1#: That's interesting. I will go with you.
#Person2#: Won't it be dangerous?
#Person1#: Don't worry. There are so many people. We will join the touring party.
#Person2#: That's better. | trip plan |
train_3082 | #Person1#: Mike, I can't catch up with our Chinese teacher very well.
#Person2#: I advise you to take an additional course in some Chinese schools.
#Person1#: What is that?
#Person2#: This kind of school is good at helping people to improve their Chinese.
#Person1#: Will they recommend me the class that suits me?
#Person2#: Sure. You can review the lessons you have learned at school and learn something new there.
#Person1#: That's great. I'll tell my mother about it. | advice on Chinese |
train_3083 | #Person1#: So what are you doing for Thanksgiving?
#Person2#: Not much really. It's more of an American tradition, so back home we don't really celebrate it. In fact, I am not even sure of what exactly is being celebrated!
#Person1#: Well you know, it's a time to get together with all your family and be thankful for everything!
#Person2#: Yeah but, how did this holiday come to be?
#Person1#: Well, the first settlers of Massachusetts arrived there because of religious persecution from England and King James. Once in the New World, they befriended an native named Squanto, who taught them how to harvest food from the area such as corn.
#Person2#: And then what did happen?
#Person1#: Well, they had enough harvests for the next winter and celebration . They decided to have a big feast for the natives, giving thanks the land, and everyone for the foods, healthy and new lives.
#Person2#: Interesting! I am amazed how big and delicious thanksgiving dinners are!
#Person1#: Come to my house for Thanksgiving! We are having turkey, pumpkin pie, mashed potatoes with gravy, and lots of stuffing!
#Person2#: Count me in! | Thanksgiving |
train_3084 | #Person1#: How come you're still up? Shouldn't you be asleep by now? Is there anything wrong?
#Person2#: I've been having a hard time sleeping lately.
#Person1#: As far as I know, insomnia is usually caused by stress. Are you stressed at all?
#Person2#: Well. Actually, not. I think it's because I just had a appendicitis surgery and I am not feeling so good.
#Person1#: What? When did you have it? Why I don't know that at all! Are you okay now? If you are feeling no good, we should go to the hospital right now.
#Person2#: No, no, no. Mom. Please calm down. It's okay. It's a normal reaction after the surgery.
#Person1#: Really? Are you sure?
#Person2#: Yes, Please calm down. I am okay. But when I move, the wound hurts and it makes me hard to sleep.
#Person1#: Alright. Now, tell me what happened!
#Person2#: Oh, please. I'll tell you but please calm down first. Okay?
#Person1#: Sure. Go ahead.
#Person2#: Do you remember when I went to the university last week, I got a fever?
#Person1#: Yes, you caught a cold I remember.
#Person2#: Well it's not. It was actually appendicitis. And it caused my fever.
#Person1#: What?
#Person2#: Yes, and after I arrived at the university, it became more apparent. My stomach began to hurt. And it was really painful. I fainted. My classmates sent me to the hospital. And they operated a surgery on me.
#Person1#: Oh God. It was my fault. I should have found it earlier.
#Person2#: It's okay mom. Even I thought it was just a fever. I left the hospital after three days. I am almost perfectly okay now. | advice on insomnia |
train_3085 | #Person1#: Did you see Victor on Wednesday, Wendy?
#Person2#: Yes. We went for a walk in the woods near the highway.
#Person1#: Wasn't it cold on Wednesday?
#Person2#: Yes. It was very cold and windy. We wore heavy wool sweaters and walked quickly to keep warm.
#Person1#: It's so nice and quiet in the woods.
#Person2#: Yes. Farther away from the highway it was very quiet and there were birds and squirrels everywhere. We counted over twenty squirrels.
#Person1#: It sounds wonderful. Did you take lunch with you?
#Person2#: Yes, we bought veal sandwiches. We stopped around twelve, and we ate and watched the squirrels, but it was too windy to sit long. It was a very nice walk, anyway. | evening activity |
train_3086 | #Person1#: I found out when Jim's birthday is. It's this Friday.
#Person2#: Let's plan a surprise party for him!
#Person1#: Can you spread the word and ask everyone to bring some kind of snack food?
#Person2#: That's easy. Anything else?
#Person1#: Will you call his wife and let her know so that if she is available, she can come too?
#Person2#: Won't he be surprised!
#Person1#: I don't know how old he is though.
#Person2#: That's O. K. Maybe his wife will spill the beans! | birthday surprise |
train_3087 | #Person1#: Hi, Larry, how was your weekend?
#Person2#: Not bad. We had a get-together with friends from college. I haven't seen many of them since graduation. How about you?
#Person1#: Great. I hung out with Jo all day shopping, and the went out for dinner together.
#Person2#: Sounds a good weekend. You know it always amazes me that two people as different as you and Jo can become such close friends.
#Person1#: Yeah, I never thought we could be good friends either. We have our differences. She's more outgoing and active while I am more quiet and reversed, but we still get along extremely well. We can talk for hours about anything.
#Person2#: That's great. I know people who can't stand each other for even five minutes.
#Person1#: When Jo and I are together, we argue a lot, but that's also part of the fun. Besides, I know she will always be there for me when I need her, and she knows I'll be there for her.
#Person2#: It seems you two bring out the best of one another.
#Person1#: Exactly. Having Jo as my friend is one of the best things that's ever happened to me.
#Person2#: Yeah, you are so lucky to have found each other.
#Person1#: Thanks, I think so too. | weekend plan |
train_3088 | #Person1#: What are you doing this weekend?
#Person2#: I am not sure. What are you doing?
#Person1#: I was thinking of maybe taking a drive to the beach.
#Person2#: That sounds like a great idea!
#Person1#: Would you be interested in joining me?
#Person2#: Sure, I would love to go with you. When would you be leaving?
#Person1#: I thought that we could leave around 8
#Person2#: That would give us plenty of time to explore. Did you know that there is a music festival on the beach in Santa Barbara?
#Person1#: That was part of my plan.
#Person2#: Well then, I'll see you on Saturday. Thanks for asking me to go with you. | weekend plan |
train_3089 | #Person1#: Would you like to go skiing with me? I heard the new ski area is great. They have safe tracks, especially for the beginners and provide free training. I think it suits you best.
#Person2#: Sounds not bad! You know, the only thing I worried about is the safety. I'm not an active exerciser and my muscle may be not strong enough for such an intense sport.
#Person1#: Then you can go to the three-day-long training camp first. There're some professional teachers and they can guide you to do certain necessary exercise.
#Person2#: I will think about it.
#Person1#: Come on! It is really a fun game. | skiing invitation |
train_3090 | #Person1#: Hello, let me introduce myself. I'm your new neighbor. My name is Andy.
#Person2#: Hi, Andy. I'm Judy. It's nice meeting you.
#Person1#: Nice meeting you, too.
#Person2#: Come over and visit when you have time.
#Person1#: Thanks for the invitation. I will! | greetings |
train_3091 | #Person1#: Thomas, would you be so kind as to lay the table for me? I'm busy in the kitchen.
#Person2#: Of course! Where are the things?
#Person1#: They're all here.
#Person2#: Right! I'll do it straight away.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot. I'm most grateful. | ask for help |
train_3092 | #Person1#: I absolutely love what you're wearing today.
#Person2#: You do? I just bought this outfit a couple days ago.
#Person1#: Seriously, it looks really nice on you. Where did you buy it from?
#Person2#: I bought it from the Macy's at the Santa Anita mall.
#Person1#: I really like that outfit.
#Person2#: Thanks. I think you look nice today, too.
#Person1#: Thank you. I just bought these new shoes earlier today.
#Person2#: Those are nice. What are they?
#Person1#: These are some Chucks.
#Person2#: Those are great. How much were they?
#Person1#: I got them for forty.
#Person2#: I think I might go and find me my own pair of Chucks. | shopping |
train_3093 | #Person1#: Hello, Pineapple Computer Company. This is Janice Shaw, the secretary of Nova. May I ask who is calling?
#Person2#: Good morning. This is Dan. Could I speak to Nova?
#Person1#: I feel so sorry that Nova has gone on her business trip.
#Person2#: Really? When will she come back?
#Person1#: Maybe next weekend. She only mentioned this before she left.
#Person2#: Well, the reason why I am calling is to tell her that our appointment in next month will have to be postponed. And the exact time for this meeting will be discussed after she comes back.
#Person1#: Wait a minute. I have to leave a memo here. Anything else?
#Person2#: The file for the meeting needs to be retyped and please send it to us as soon as possible.
#Person1#: Dan, don't worry. I will tell her everything as soon as she comes back. | phone call |
train_3094 | #Person1#: Hey, John! What do you think are the main causes of war today?
#Person2#: It's hard to say! But it seems that a lot of wars nowadays are civil wars. People from different ethnic groups in the same country sometimes fight for power in that country.
#Person1#: Yeah, several of those civil wars have been going on for years and years. It seems they will never end.
#Person2#: How do you think they could be ended?
#Person1#: I don't think that there is any easy way.
#Person2#: I think one better way to stop it is to cut off their financial support.
#Person1#: Yeah, you are right! | war and punishment |
train_3095 | #Person1#: Hi, Mike. I am going to move on the first of next month.
#Person2#: Congratulations! So, have you started planning your move?
#Person1#: Yes, I am trying to find good movers now. Do you know any?
#Person2#: Not really.
#Person1#: What did you do for your last move?
#Person2#: Since I did not have much staff, I asked my cousin to help me out.
#Person1#: Oh. that's very nice of him.
#Person2#: Yeah, it was. But I still have some information that I collected last time, and if you want, I will give it to you.
#Person1#: Yes, please. | move information |
train_3096 | #Person1#: I'll be glad when winter comes.
#Person2#: Why is that?
#Person1#: Because I love the snow.
#Person2#: Yes, the snow is fun.
#Person1#: Last year we made a big snowman.
#Person2#: How big was it?
#Person1#: It was seven feet tall.
#Person2#: How long did it take?
#Person1#: It took us all day.
#Person2#: Did you give him a nose?
#Person1#: Of course. We gave him a big carrot for a nose.
#Person2#: Let me help you make one this year. | winter |
train_3097 | #Person1#: I would like to take my vacation next month.
#Person2#: How long did you have in mind?
#Person1#: I would like to take my two weeks vacation time.
#Person2#: Seeing as next month is our slow season, that should not be a problem.
#Person1#: Great. I will make my reservations as necessary.
#Person2#: Just make sure to turn in all the necessary paperwork to ensure there are no problems with the days you want to take off. | vacation preparation |
train_3098 | #Person1#: Diana, in your opinion, which is more important, IQ or EQ?
#Person2#: Why are you asking me the strange question, Jerry?
#Person1#: I watched the movie Forrest Gump last night. And the question just lined in my mind.
#Person2#: Well. I think IQ matters more. But it won't work without EQ.
#Person1#: Why? You seem pretty sure about it.
#Person2#: Because an intellectual mind can only be a beneficial thing in life.
#Person1#: But IQ is decided at birth. One can't expect to make a lot of improvement in it.
#Person2#: That's why people's achievement varies greatly.
#Person1#: That's true, but what if one comes across some difficulties. He must rely on his EQ to deal with them.
#Person2#: Yes, Jerry, can you share your understanding of EQ?
#Person1#: I think it is independent of IQ and plays a prominent role in deciding the way we live our lives.
#Person2#: Quite right. Have you noticed that a high IQ is not a must for one's success?
#Person1#: Just as Forrest?
#Person2#: Yes, his IQ is high enough for him to embrace the success as long as he can manage his EQ.
#Person1#: I got it. | IQ or EQ |
train_3099 | #Person1#: Welcome to IBA. Do you need any assistance?
#Person2#: Yes, please. I'm hoping to get a mortgage from you and was wondering about your interest rates.
#Person1#: I see. We offer Personal Housing Loans, or mortgages, at a rate of 0. 42 % per month.
#Person2#: That's pretty much the same as I've been quoted at other banks.
#Person1#: We offer many different payment plans. Would you be looking at long-term or short-term? Are you looking at a 10 - year repayment plan?
#Person2#: Definitely. I want to get my mortgage paid off as soon as I can.
#Person1#: Then we can certainly help you with that. You see, for shorter term loans, we can offer an even more competitive interest rate.
#Person2#: Mmmm. . . that does sound interesting. Is there anyone available I can talk with about this in more detail?
#Person1#: I'll get our Mortgage Adviser for you. Please take a seat, I won't be a minute. | mortage |
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