#Person1#: Did you go to the basketball game on Friday?
#Person2#: No, I couldn't make it.
#Person1#: You missed a really good game.
#Person2#: Oh, really? Who won?
#Person1#: Our school did. They played really well.
#Person2#: Too bad I was busy. I really wanted to go.
#Person1#: Yeah, you should have. It was really exciting.
#Person2#: So what was the score?
#Person1#: The score was 101-98.
#Person2#: Man, that was a really close game.
#Person1#: That's what made it so great.
#Person2#: I'll make sure and make it to the next one.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# about the basketball game on Friday. #Person2# feels sorry that #Person2# didn't go.


#Person1#: Hello, Elitherbeth How are you?
#Person2#: Fine , thanks .
#Person1#: Are you sure you're alright. You look a bit worry today? Is anything wrong?
#Person2#: Well, Yes. There are something wrong actually. Perhaps you can give me some advice.
#Person1#: of course if I can.
#Person2#: Well , Last night when I returned from thetheatre I found I lost my wallet.
#Person1#: Oh dear. That's terrible. What was in your wallet?
#Person2#: Well , some money of course, a vise , all my identity cards and some photos.
#Person1#: Well , If I were you, I would go to the police station straight away and calling.
#Person2#: Yes, I have already done that and they already look for it. I'll leaving soon and I need my vise and identity cards badly.
#Person1#: Oh dear. What a pity. Are you sure you lost your wallet in theatre?
#Person2#: Yes, quite sure.
#Person1#: I think you should put an advertisement in china daily. Things where you losted.
#Person2#: But that takes too long.
#Person1#: Wait a minute, My uncle lives in Beijing and he lives very close to theatre. I've telephone here and ask him to go to theatre to require it. We'd better have breakfast now. and meet him later.

Summary: Elitherbeth is worried because she found her wallet lost when she returned from the theatre. #Person1# will ask #Person1#'s uncle who lives near the theatre to help.


#Person1#: How are you doing? Pretty good, I imagine?
#Person2#: Actually not so good. That's why we made a special trip to see you.
#Person1#: OK, let me hear it. I'd be glad to help if I can.
#Person2#: Good. I want to discuss with you the mode of payment for the construction of the power plant under negotiation.
#Person1#: Well, I trust that your presence will hasten the settlement of payment terms.
#Person2#: I would like to explain to you our financial position. The manufacture of machinery and its accessories and parts will consume both time and money. It takes five years to manufacture the machinery and we will have to advance the cost for the main machines to be produced, and besides this there are large sums to be paid to our subcontractors for the manufacture of the accessories and parts.
#Person1#: But for an enterprise of your size, an order from us will certainly not embarrass you financially.
#Person2#: Well, in fact, it is beyond our financial capability.
#Person1#: In what way can we solve the problem?
#Person2#: Have you considered the possibility of a buyer's credit?
#Person1#: Yes. But the sum is large, it must be provided by a group of banks.
#Person2#: So, we propose your company apply to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation for a long-term loan. Six months before each shipment, you through Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation open, in our favour, an irrevocable, dividable L / C which is to remain valid for two months.
#Person1#: Well, we accept your suggestion.

Summary: #Person2# and #Person1# are discussing the payment for the construction of the power plant. The manufacture of machinery and its accessories and parts consumes money and time, which is beyond #Person2#'s company's financial capability. #Person2# proposes #Person1#'s company apply to Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation for a long-term loan. #Person1# accepts.


#Person1#: I'Ve just taken out an insurance policy. Are you insured?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. I have life insurance and my home and its contents are also insured.
#Person1#: I took out a life insurance policy and made my wife the beneficiary.
#Person2#: That'a good idea. You are a fireman and it can be dangerous job.
#Person1#: I need to make sure that my wife will be financially secure if I die.
#Person2#: I can terminate my life insurance policy when I retire and use the money as a pension.
#Person1#: That's one of the conditions of my police too. It covers you if you die before you retire and when you retire.
#Person2#: Did you have to take a medical before you could take out the police?
#Person1#: Yes, I did. It was one of the conditions of the insurance police. The insurance companies need to assess the risk

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# took out a life insurance policy because his job is dangerous. #Person2# also has a life insurance policy and #Person2# will terminate it after retirement.


#Person1#: Would you give me some fruits? How much are these oranges?
#Person2#: Seventy cents a piece.
#Person1#: How about this one?
#Person2#: Sixty cents a piece.
#Person1#: Well, I'll take five of the seventy cents ones, and are those grapefruits sweet?
#Person2#: Sure! They are very fresh, first of all. We sell at a bargain, and you make a wise purchase if you buy them today. Eighty cents only, a piece.
#Person1#: I follow you and I'll take three just for my trial.
#Person2#: Thank you very much and anything else?
#Person1#: That's all. Thank you.

Summary: #Person1# buys five of the seventy cents oranges. #Person2# sells three grapefruits to #Person1# which are at a bargain.


#Person1#: What are the seasons like in your city?
#Person2#: Summers is hot and usually lasts a long time. Winters are short, but cold, wet, and windy. I love the summers in my city, but I hate the wintertime.
#Person1#: Does it ever rain in summer?
#Person2#: We usually get a big thunderstorm every two weeks, but apart from that, summers are dry. Thunderstorms make the air fresh again, so most people don't mind then.
#Person1#: What are spring and autumn like?
#Person2#: I like spring because flowers bloom and trees grow leaves again. In spring, the weather is very changeable-sometimes cold, sometimes warm. It's usually windy with some rain. Autumn is usually sunny an
#Person1#: Well, I live in the southern hemisphere, so our summertime is your wintertime, and vice versa. We get some rain in every season, but most is in winter. In winter, it sometimes gets cold, but our wine
#Person2#: Do you usually go on a summer holiday?
#Person1#: No, I don't. I go on a winter holiday instead. I go somewhere warm.
#Person2#: I usually go on holiday during the spring or the autumn. I try to go somewhere where the weather is more reliable than in my city.

Summary: #Person2# describes the summers with thunderstorms and the changeable springs with bloomings in #Person2#'s city. #Person1# lives in the southern hemisphere and goes somewhere warm on a winter holiday. #Person2# goes somewhere with reliable weather during the spring or the autumn.


#Person1#: Linda, what do you do for a living?
#Person2#: I am a dancer.
#Person1#: Oh,and what do you do for fun?
#Person2#: I like to enjoy classical music
#Person1#: And what's the most exciting thing that happened to you recently?
#Person2#: Oh, this is so great! Some of my friends and I went to a famous piano concert.
#Person1#: And who do you admire most in the world?
#Person2#: I guess, my dad.
#Person1#: And what do you want to be doing five years from now?
#Person2#: I would love to have my own dancers' school if I could.

Summary: Linda tells #Person1# she's a dancer and wants to own her own dancers' school.


#Person1#: What seems to the trouble Mr. Brown?
#Person2#: I ' m in pretty bad shape, Doctor Ford.
#Person1#: Oh, In what way.
#Person2#: No appetite, always unaged and I can ' t sleep well.
#Person1#: Did you lose any weight?
#Person2#: YES. I ' Ve lost quite a few pounds since last month.
#Person1#: when was the last time you have track up?
#Person2#: About two month ago.
#Person1#: Let me take your blood pressure. You look anilic. Well, Mr. Brown. I ' m happy to say it ' s nothing serious. You just a little run down from overwork.
#Person2#: What am I suppose to do?
#Person1#: I think you ' ll needs just vacation. Try to get out doors more. I ' ll be sure if you get more rest.
#Person2#: Thank you, doctor. I ' ll do what you say.

Summary: Mr. Brown feels not well and comes to Doctor Ford's. Doctor Ford takes blood pressure and tells Mr. Brown he is too tired and needs a vacation.


#Person1#: Oh. Henry. I haven't seen you in ages. Come in. Let me take your coat. How are you getting along?
#Person2#: Very well, thank you.
#Person1#: Please take a seat. Everything will be ready in a minute.
#Person2#: Here you go. We have your cocktail and there're salad. fried chicken, French fries and vanilla ice cream for dessert. Eat the chicken while it's hot. It tastes better.
#Person1#: Wow! You're right. Everything is absolutely delicious. Please pass the pepper.
#Person2#: Here you are. Taste the French fries.
#Person1#: They're soft.
#Person2#: Would you like some more?
#Person1#: No more. Thank you.
#Person2#: Here's to our friendship and health!
#Person1#: Bottoms up!

Summary: #Person1# and Henry haven't seen each other for long. They have meals and drinks together.


#Person1#: How did you choose courses when you were abroad?
#Person2#: That's a very good question. Choosing proper courses and effectively planning a college schedule is very important to the progress toward your educational goal. In order to do these wisely and effectively, you should consult with a Program Adviser or Academic Counselor.
#Person1#: Wait a minute. There are some new terms for me. I can hardly follow you.
#Person2#: Ok, I will go into more detail. A Program Adviser or an Academic Counselor is usually an experienced professor who is responsible for all the necessary academic counseling through graduation. You can discuss with him the program selection, changing or adding a program, the requirements for graduation, and other problems related to your study. You will choose some courses, and then discuss with the adviser whether your choice can meet the requirements for graduation.
#Person1#: Everything is so new to me. I think I'll have to experience a very difficult period when I get there.
#Person2#: Sure, very difficult.
#Person1#: I am very grateful for your advice.
#Person2#: It's my pleasure to talk with you.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# students should consult with a Program Advisor or Academic Counselor when choosing courses abroad and explains what a Program Advisor or an Academic Counselor is.


#Person1#: Is this the right bus for San Francisco?
#Person2#: It sure is. Can I see your ticket? OK, fine.
#Person1#: When's the first stop?
#Person2#: About two hours out of Los Angeles. Give me the bags, I'll put'em on the bus. Here's your claim tag. Don't lose it. When you get off the bus, give it to me.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Is it all right to smoke on the bus?
#Person1#: Sure, but only in the rear, and only cigarettes. And alcohol is not allowed.
#Person2#: I see. Thank you.

Summary: #Person2# checks #Person1#'s ticket and tells #Person1# can smoke in the rear, but alcohol isn't allowed.


#Person1#: Judy, what do you think of the new general manager?
#Person2#: He has extensive experience, although the guy's really deep, sometimes, it scares me.
#Person1#: I heard he's very clear about his likes and dislikes and he's not the type to just let things go, so don't provoke him.
#Person2#: I know, and that's why I'm always respectful and I keep my distance. It's safer that way.
#Person1#: Me too, I don't know why, but every time I see the guy, I break into a cold sweat.
#Person2#: It's in the eyes. They're the type that seems to look into your soul, making one really uneasy.
#Person1#: Whatever we said, we must be more careful.
#Person2#: Yes, I agree with you.

Summary: #Person1# and Judy agree that the new general manager makes people uneasy and they should be more careful.


#Person1#: John, have you ever watched Beijing Opera?
#Person2#: Yes, I watched once.
#Person1#: What do you think of it?
#Person2#: Well, honestly speaking, I went to watch it out of curiosity. I'd say it's really a special art form.
#Person1#: I couldn't agree more. Actually, I'm a Beijing Opera fan.
#Person2#: Really? Good for you.

Summary: John thinks Beijing Opera is a special art form and #Person1# is a fan of it.


#Person1#: What position have you held before?
#Person2#: I have been a salesman.
#Person1#: Would you tell me the general description of your present job?
#Person2#: I am in charge of the trading department.
#Person1#: What made you decide to change your job?
#Person2#: I'm working in a small company where further promotion is impossible.
#Person1#: Why do you leave your present company?
#Person2#: I never easily give up something that is valuable. Before I decided to quit that position, I had made a thorough analysis of things like what I would gain and what I would lose here in your company. You know, Shanghai is always a fascinating place to me, full of challenges as well as hopes. In addition to this, I have the specialized knowledge and the necessary experience of making a good. Of course, opportunities to work abroad and a higher salary are also important to me. So I believe it's worthwhile to come here to work.
#Person1#: Why did you pick this organization?
#Person2#: I'm very much interested in the position.
#Person1#: What made you decide to join our company?
#Person2#: I believe I would have better opportunities with a small but rapidly expanding company like yours.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# about his past working experience as a salesman, the reason he leaves his present company, and the reason he picks #Person1#'s company.


#Person1#: I'd like to buy a fridge. What about the quality of higher products?
#Person2#: I strongly recommend it. As an international enterprise, it produces high quality household appliances.
#Person1#: Is there a warranty?
#Person2#: Yes, all their products have warranties.
#Person1#: How long is it?
#Person2#: The fridges is covered by a one-year warranty.
#Person1#: Which model is the best seller of this year?
#Person2#: This one. How do you like it?
#Person1#: It's too big for me. Could you recommend something else?
#Person2#: Sure, this way please.

Summary: #Person1# wants to buy a fridge and knows from #Person2# the quality and warranty of higher products, but #Person1# thinks the best seller is too big.


#Person1#: Did you meet the new girl in our sales department. She is taking the place of Maggie during her maternative leave.
#Person2#: Did they finally fill that post, how come I haven't seen her? She must have not been inducted yet.
#Person1#: I guess not, They haven't officially introduced her to the whole staff yet, she barely started yesterday.
#Person2#: Is she just working temporarily? What are they going to do when Maggie comes back from leave.
#Person1#: If the new girl is competent, maybe they will promote her when that time comes.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the new girl who takes place of Maggie in the sales department.


#Person1#: How are you, Mr. Stone? I m Farley.
#Person2#: Pleased to meet you, Mr. Farley.
#Person1#: Please have a seat. I know our employment officer has already given you information about your employee contract, but I'd like to go over the main details again before signing. First, you'llbe getting a monthly salary, with one month paid vacation after one year of employment.
#Person2#: OK May I ask whether there is probation?
#Person1#: No probation is involved.

Summary: Mr. Farley informs Mr. Stone of the main details before he signs the employee contract.


#Person1#: I really want to get something to eat.
#Person2#: What are you going to get?
#Person1#: I don't know what I want to eat.
#Person2#: Well, do you want burgers, English food, or French food?
#Person1#: French food sounds good.
#Person2#: Where are you going to get it from?
#Person1#: I haven't the slightest idea.
#Person2#: I usually get my French food from the Paris.
#Person1#: You like the Paris?
#Person2#: The food there is actually pretty good.
#Person1#: Maybe I'll go there then.
#Person2#: You should. I know you'll like it.

Summary: #Person1# wants to get something to eat. #Person2# asks #Person1#'s preference and recommends French food from the Paris.


#Person1#: How was your trip?
#Person2#: Great. I went all over the world. I started out in Germany and then made my way to Spain and France. After Europe, I went to Egypt and Turkey, then over to India and China. From China, I traveled to Thailand and Indonesia. Then spent some time in Australia. I was planning on going to South America, but I ran out of money.
#Person1#: How long were you gone for? It felt like years.
#Person2#: Almost half a year. I was gone for 5 months. It was amazing and I learned so much about myself and the world around me.
#Person1#: A few years ago, I spent 2 weeks in England and Ireland, but that's it. I almost went to Brazil for work last year. But my boss changed his mind. What are you up to now that you're back home?
#Person2#: I have to find a place to live. Right now, I'm staying with my parents. I also have to find a job.
#Person1#: What kind of job are you looking for?
#Person2#: Anything in the food business.
#Person1#: I have a friend who works at a nice restaurant. I can introduce you to him.
#Person2#: Great.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s 5-month tour around the world. #Person2# is looking for a place to live and a job in the food business. #Person1# will introduce #Person2# to #Person1#'s friend working at a restaurant.


#Person1#: Excuse me. Do you know where I can find the nearest ICCC?
#Person2#: Yes, but it's quite a ways.
#Person1#: Do I need to take a bus?
#Person2#: This bus doesn't take you directly there. You'd have to change buses twice. I suggest you walk. It'll take you less than 20 minutes.
#Person1#: How do I get there on foot?
#Person2#: Go straight ahead through the intersection.
#Person1#: Wait, let me write this down. . . Alright, I'm ready.
#Person2#: Keep walking till you pass the square, then turn right. Walk past two lights and turn left at the third.
#Person1#: Square. . . turn right. . . traffic lights. . . And then?
#Person2#: Keep walking and look for a tall building.
#Person1#: Tall building. . . Which side is the building on?
#Person2#: The right side. ICCC should be on the first floor.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.
#Person2#: You're welcome.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# the bus doesn't take #Person1# directly to the nearest ICCC, so #Person2# tells #Person1# the way to go there on foot.


#Person1#: Hi, Mason!
#Person1#: Oh, hi, Phoebe!
#Person2#: Hey, in class today I heard you have a big family.
#Person1#: That's right. I've got five brothers and six sisters.
#Person2#: Wow! That's pretty big! Are you the eldest or the youngest?
#Person1#: Neither. I'm the third eldest.

Summary: Mason tells Phoebe that he has a big family.


#Person1#: OK, Rafael. I'm going to ask you about Sunday. What do you like to do on Sunday?
#Person2#: What do I like to do on Sunday? Well, I think it's changing every Sunday. I like to go to concerts or things like that on a sunny day. And I like to go to the cinema, too. I like to stay home when it rains, like last weekend. And I don't go out when it's too windy.
#Person1#: Well. I like reading new novels and going shopping. What time do you usually get up on Sunday?
#Person2#: Well, quite late I guess, about 10 o'clock. It's not really late, but late enough.
#Person1#: I'm an early riser, usually at 6 or 7 o'clock. What do you normally eat for breakfast on Sunday morning?
#Person2#: I guess the same thing as everyday like eggs and bread.
#Person1#: Ah, no difference. You never cook?
#Person2#: No. I like spending my time doing things like writing music. So I don't. I mean, I care what I eat. But I don't spend a lot of time preparing, so I basically eat the same thing every morning.

Summary: Rafael tells #Person1# that his Sunday activities are always changing and he usually gets up at 10 am. Rafael has the same breakfast every day because he does not spend much time preparing.


#Person1#: We were advised to have a holiday by the lake. What's your opinion?
#Person2#: I suggest we go to the seashore. I love it there.
#Person1#: But it is too far away. How about going to the mountains?
#Person2#: That's a good idea.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# decide to go to the mountains for holiday.


#Person1#: I really admire you, Diana.
#Person2#: why, Jerry? Your words just came out of the blue.
#Person1#: you are really happy and able to achieve high scores at school.
#Person2#: I work very hard and that's it, you know, practice makes perfect.
#Person1#: isn't there anything else?
#Person2#: I have no idea.
#Person1#: you must have a high IQ score.
#Person2#: well, Jerry, let me tell you a secret.
#Person1#: go ahead.
#Person2#: my IQ score is slightly above average.
#Person1#: seriously? But you are such a genius.
#Person2#: maybe I've got a higher EQ. I'm not sure.
#Person1#: well, perhaps you're right. Sometimes EQ matters more than IQ.
#Person2#: you can say that again, Jerry. And I'm sure you're high in both of them. With a little more time cracking the books, you can also get high marks.
#Person1#: oh, thank you. I'm going to the library, are you coming?
#Person2#: let's go!

Summary: Jerry admires Diana's achievements at school, but Diana tells him her IQ score is slightly above average. Diana encourages Jerry to work hard to get high marks.


#Person1#: I need somebody to come over and fix my internet.
#Person2#: What's wrong with it?
#Person1#: For some reason it's just not connecting.
#Person2#: How long have you been having this problem?
#Person1#: It hasn't been working the past few days.
#Person2#: Does the internet come up at all?
#Person1#: It does, but it won't connect to anything.
#Person2#: Well, the internet isn't down, so there must be something wrong with your connection.
#Person1#: Could you send someone to fix it today?
#Person2#: I'll send somebody over right away to fix it.
#Person1#: When will they be here?
#Person2#: They should be there in the next hour.

Summary: #Person1# needs someone to fix #Person1#'s internet because it hasn't been working for days. #Person2# will send someone soon.


#Person1#: Kate, what do you like to do tonight? Do you often go to the movies?
#Person2#: Of course. I often go to the movies.
#Person1#: There's a good movie called Summer in Beijing.
#Person2#: I heard it's a very good movie.
#Person1#: Let's find out what time it starts.
#Person2#: Let's look at the newspaper.
#Person1#: Here it is. It starts at 8 o'clock.
#Person2#: Wonderful. I'm so excited.

Summary: #Person1# invites Kate to go to the movie tonight and Kate agrees.


#Person1#: Welcome to our Colonial Tramcar Restaurant, ma'am. Where would you like to sit?
#Person2#: I'd like to sit in the rear.
#Person1#: All right. Come with me, please. Here is your seat, ma'am. Would you like to order now?
#Person2#: Yes
#Person1#: What would you like for a drink?
#Person2#: Wine, please.
#Person1#: What kind?
#Person2#: Something real Australian.
#Person1#: Would Chablis be all right?
#Person2#: Yes. That would be fine.
#Person1#: What would you have for a la cane?
#Person2#: I'll have Chicken and Ginger Burger with Chilli Dressing.

Summary: #Person1# helps #Person2# sit in the rear and order a drink, Chablis and a burger.


#Person1#: So, what is your schedule like every day?
#Person2#: Well, uh, I get up around a quarter to six ( 5:45 ) in the morning.
#Person1#: Wow! That's kind of early.
#Person2#: A little. Then, I eat a quick breakfast, and I catch the bus at, uh, 7:00. It takes about 20 minutes to walk to the bus stop.
#Person1#: That's a pretty good walk.
#Person2#: Yeah, and uh, next, I work at the library from 8:00 to 11:15 or so, and I have classes from noon until about five.
#Person1#: Um.
#Person2#: And then I catch the bus back home, and I arrive ... well, you know how the traffic is. It depends on traffic, but around 6:15, and I make a sandwich or something for dinner, and then I walk to the gym and meet some of my friends, uh, there [ Oh, that sounds fun. ] around 7:00. [ Around 7:00? ] You know Steve? [ Uh-huh. ] Yeah, he and I usually go. Steve and uh, what is her name? The new girl, um. I think her name is Amy.
#Person1#: So you have a group you work out with then?
#Person2#: Right.
#Person1#: That sounds fun.
#Person2#: And we exercise, play basketball, lift weights ... you know, do things like that ... for about an hour and a half.
#Person1#: Wow. Do you do that every night?
#Person2#: Oh, no. I usually go to the gym on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. And on Wednesdays, I take guitar lessons [ Ooh, fun! ] Yeah, uh, in the evening at a music school, you know, just around the corner from my house.
#Person1#: Oh, that's convenient.
#Person2#: Yeah, yeah. It's really nice.
#Person1#: Well, I was wondering when do you get time to see your girlfriend.
#Person2#: That's the problem. I only see her on Tuesdays in the evening and on Saturdays and some Sundays. I mean, we usually text each other every day, and I sometimes call her during my lunch break.
#Person1#: Oh, that's nice.
#Person2#: It sounds like you have a very busy schedule.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# gets up around 5:45 am, catches the bus at 7:00, works at the library from 8:00 to 11:15, has classes from noon to 5 pm, eats dinner around 6:15, and does work out with friends around 7:00 three days a week. On Wednesday nights, #Person2# has guitar lessons and #Person2# only see his girlfriend on Tuesday evenings, Saturdays and some Sundays.


#Person1#: John, why don't you go and do some gardening? The lawn needs weeding.
#Person2#: Because I'm not in the mood, that's why.
#Person1#: Well, don't just sit there, do something. Come and help me in the kitchen.
#Person2#: Help you in the kitchen, I don't feel like it.
#Person1#: Would you like to clear the table then?
#Person2#: Really? Do I have to do it?
#Person1#: Not, if you don't want to.
#Person2#: Well, isn't there anything you want?
#Person1#: Yes, I want to go out. Would you like to come?
#Person2#: No, why should I? I don't feel like it. Besides, I'm in such a bad mood.

Summary: John is in a bad mood and doesn't want to do gardening or help #Person1# in the kitchen, or go out.


#Person1#: What are you having for lunch?
#Person2#: I got a sandwich, some chips, and a soda.
#Person1#: Did you bring that from home?
#Person2#: I got it from the cafeteria.
#Person1#: What kind of sandwich did you get?
#Person2#: They messed up my order and gave me a bologna sandwich.
#Person1#: How was it?
#Person2#: Considering it wasn't what I ordered, it was still pretty good.
#Person1#: I think I got a sandwich there once before.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: Yes, and they didn't get my order right either.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# the cafeteria messed up #Person2#'s order of sandwich. #Person1# had the same experience.


#Person1#: I really like the record you lent me the other day.
#Person2#: I'm glad you like it.
#Person1#: And thank you very much for letting me keep it so long.
#Person2#: Not at all.
#Person1#: I'm most grateful. Everyone in our class enjoyed it.
#Person2#: I'm glad.
#Person1#: Would you mind my keeping it for another week?

Summary: #Person1# likes the record borrowed from #Person2# and asks for another week's lending.


#Person1#: This article is nothing but advertising for housing developers. I don't think the houses for sale are half that good.
#Person2#: Come on, David. Why so negative? We are thinking of buying a home, aren't we? Just a trip to look at the place won't cist us much.

Summary: David thinks the article is advertising for housing developers. #Person2# suggests taking a look.


#Person1#: Jane, I was wondering if you you had any plans for saturday afternoon.
#Person2#: A friend and I are planing to go out, why? what's up?
#Person1#: There is a special exhibition of french sculptures at the museum, I was hoping you'd like to come with me.
#Person2#: I am afraid I can't I am going to be out all day.
#Person1#: What about sunday?
#Person2#: I wish I could, but it's my mums birthday.
#Person1#: Maybe next week.
#Person2#: Much as I'd like to, I am afraid i won't be free next week, I have a lot of work.
#Person1#: Sorry to hear that, I was really looking forward to spending some more time with you, I really enjoyed our last chat.
#Person2#: I am really sorry too, maybe I can give you a call sometime.

Summary: #Person1# invites Jane to a museum on the weekend, but Jane is busy this weekend and won't be free next week.


#Person1#: You look upset. What's wrong?
#Person2#: Nothing. It's just one of those days. Everyone at the office is sick and I'm getting blamed for work not being done.
#Person1#: Maybe you need a vacation or something, or maybe a bonus.
#Person2#: I'm sick of doing other people's job and getting blamed for not doing it right.
#Person1#: Why don't you talk to your boss about it? If you talk to him, he will surely understand.
#Person2#: I wish he could understand. You know what, if this goes on, I think I will get stick like everybody else.

Summary: #Person2# looks upset because #Person2#'s getting blamed for work not being done, and #Person1# suggests talking to the boss.


#Person1#: Excuse me. I'd like to apply for an immigrant visa.
#Person2#: Under which category do you intend to apply?
#Person1#: Oh, my son is an American citizen. We want to live together in the future.
#Person2#: So that's the Family Reunification.

Summary: #Person2# helps #Person1# apply for an immigrant visa for Family Reunification.


#Person1#: I'm planning on going to the market soon.
#Person2#: What are you buying?
#Person1#: I don't know what we need.
#Person2#: I can check for you, if you'd like.
#Person1#: I'll make a list.
#Person2#: First, we need eggs, milk, and bread.
#Person1#: OK! Do we need any meat?
#Person2#: How about some chicken, ground beef, and some steak.
#Person1#: What else do we need?
#Person2#: Get some snack foods, too, dude.
#Person1#: Is there anything else that we need?
#Person2#: No, but if you can think of anything else, just get it.

Summary: #Person2# helps #Person1# to check the thing they need before #Person1# goes to the market.


#Person1#: The dinner was really good. It knocked my socks off.
#Person2#: That's very kind of you to say so. Let's try some after-dinner wines.
#Person1#: Great. Sweet wines are my favorite. They always make a great finish to a decisions meal.
#Person2#: Do you prefer brandy or ports.
#Person1#: Port, please.
#Person2#: Excellent choice. I love its smooth flavor.
#Person1#: The port is quite exquisite. It must have spent years aging in barrels. Am I right?
#Person2#: Yes. You always have a good nose for wines.
#Person1#: Next time we are about to dinner we should try some Canadian ice wine.
#Person2#: Oh, what's that?
#Person1#: It's made from naturally frozen grapes.
#Person2#: Why not? It sounds great.
#Person1#: OK, here's to your health.
#Person2#: Thanks. Cheers.
#Person1#: Cheers.

Summary: #Person2# suggests trying some after-dinner wines and #Person1# chooses port. #Person1# loves its taste and suggests trying some Canadian ice wine next time.


#Person1#: What do you think about all the different diets people go on?
#Person2#: I don't think dieting is good for you. It's much better to eat a balanced diet and to never get overweight to begin with!
#Person1#: But what do you think about people who are obese? What should they do to lose weight?
#Person2#: They need to eat healthy foods, but they also have to increase the amount of exercise they do every day. They don't have to cut out fattening foods altogether, though.
#Person1#: So you think it's ok for people who are dieting to eat chocolate?
#Person2#: Sure, they can eat some chocolate. As long as they are exercising and eating mostly healthy foods, there's nothing wrong with having a small dessert.
#Person1#: How about drinking soda?
#Person2#: Many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda. Soda should be a treat ; there's simply no nutritional value in it whatsoever. If you want to lose weight and you can't stop drinking soda, try some diet coke.
#Person1#: That's good advice. Have you ever tried taking vitamins?
#Person2#: My mother used to make me take vitamins every day, but I don't take them anymore. Vitamins are good as a supplement, but they don't do much good if you don't have a well-balanced diet to start.
#Person1#: How do you know so much about food and dieting?
#Person2#: You might not believe this, but I used to be twice the size than I am now!

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that it's much better to eat a balanced diet. Obese people need to eat healthy food and do more exercise, and they don't have to cut out fattening foods. Many people gain weight by drinking far too much soda. Vitamins are good as a supplement.


#Person1#: I called about that ad we saw in the paper.
#Person2#: For the construction site manager?
#Person1#: That's the one.
#Person2#: What happened?
#Person1#: You were right. It was from a headhunter. She wouldn't tell me anything without a contract.
#Person2#: Well, no surprise there.
#Person1#: No! Not at all. But, I did find out they have more than one position with different clients, so at least one would probably work.
#Person2#: Great, so are you going to sign a contract with them?
#Person1#: I'm going there tomorrow.
#Person2#: Great. Good luck.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# is going to sign a contract after calling a construction site manager.


#Person1#: Hello Mr. Fang! It's good to see you again. What can we do for you today?
#Person2#: Hello, Miao Ping. I'd like to open a Foreign Currency Account today.
#Person1#: That shouldn't be a problem, Mr. Fang. Have you got your Certificate of Use of Foreign Exchange Account and the Foreign Exchange Account Opening Notice with you? Our most widely used currencies are US dollar, Japanese yen and Hong Kong dollar.
#Person2#: I need to open a US dollar account, trade with America is going up each year.
#Person1#: We will transact this for you as soon as we can after the materials you have given me have been checked and verified.
#Person2#: Good, thanks. I look forward to hearing from you.

Summary: Miao Ping helps Mr. Fang open a US dollar account and tells him they will transact immediately after checking and verifying his materials.


#Person1#: Can you recommend a resort to me?
#Person2#: What about the Yellowstone National Park?
#Person1#: Have you ever been there?
#Person2#: Yes. The scenery is so breathtaking.
#Person1#: What is especially impressive?
#Person2#: There are thousands of hot springs and fountains. The park is known for them.
#Person1#: Is there a waterfall?
#Person2#: Yes. The well-known Yellowstone Waterfall is formed when the Yellowstone Lake falls down into the Yellowstone Canyon.
#Person1#: What an attractive place! How can I get there?
#Person2#: You can take No. 2 bus.

Summary: #Person2# recommends the Yellowstone National Park to #Person1# and thinks the hot springs and fountains are impressive.


#Person1#: Excuse me, How do I get to the Grand hotel?
#Person2#: I am sorry, I didn't catch what you said. Could you repeat it please?
#Person1#: The Grand hotel, is it far from here?
#Person2#: Sorry, my English isn't so good. Could you speak a little slower?

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# how to go to the Grand Hotel, but #Person2# cannot understand what #Person1# is saying.


#Person1#: I have been having a lot of headaches lately.
#Person2#: Have you been having these headaches for a long time?
#Person1#: I have had headaches my whole life, but they have been getting worse lately.
#Person2#: Have you been under a lot of stress lately?
#Person1#: I've been under stress, but no more than usual.
#Person2#: Have you been getting enough sleep lately?
#Person1#: No, I only sleep a few hours a night.
#Person2#: Have you had any head injuries lately?
#Person1#: Yes, actually I fell skiing last week and hit my head.
#Person2#: I am going to send you for a CT scan, and I will see you again when we see the results.

Summary: #Person1# has a headache. #Person2# asks about the details and will send #Person1# for a CT scan.


#Person1#: Hello! Is your taxi engaged?
#Person2#: No, this taxi is free.
#Person1#: Please take me to the Honging Hotel.
#Person2#: OK. Please get in. I'm glad to serve you.
#Person1#: Could you get there in twenty minutes?
#Person2#: It will take half an hour to get to the hotel.
#Person1#: I am in a hurry. Please take a shortcut. I have a friend waiting for me.
#Person2#: OK, I promise we'll get there in twenty minutes.
#Person1#: Thanks.

Summary: #Person2# promises to drive #Person1# to the Honging Hotel in twenty minutes.


#Person1#: Bill, do you know when did the Chinese begin to celebrate Teachers'Day?
#Person2#: I know the Chinese teachers had their first festival in 1985.
#Person1#: So, it is the 27th Teachers'Day.
#Person2#: What will you do on Teachers'Day?
#Person1#: I am going to send Mr. Li some flowers. What about you?
#Person2#: I intend to invite him to dinner.

Summary: #Person1# and Bill are talking about Teachers' Day in China.


#Person1#: Hello!
#Person2#: Hello, Is that Stefan?
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but I'm afraid you've dialed the wrong number. There is no Stefan here.
#Person2#: Really? Are you sure? I called before and he was there.
#Person1#: Yes. I'm sure. You have the wrong number. I have used this number for more than 20 years.
#Person2#: That can't be true. I remember the number clearly. Is your number 1199886?
#Person1#: No, it isn't. It's 1199866. It seems that you have misdialed.
#Person2#: Oh, I'm sorry I bothered you. I'm really sorry.
#Person1#: It doesn't matter. It happens to everyone.
#Person2#: Sorry again for bothering you.
#Person1#: That's all right.

Summary: #Person2# calls to find Stefan, but #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person2# has dialed the wrong number.


#Person1#: OK, so now the last point on our agenda. Jill, let's go over the profit and loss statement.
#Person2#: Great. Well, the main issue here, as you can see is that our expenses are through the roof.
#Person1#: Let's see. . . These numbers are off the charts! What's going on here!
#Person2#: Well, um, sir, the company expenditures on entertainment and travel are out of control. Look at these bills for example. Just this month we'Ve paid over twenty thousand dollars for hotel charges!
#Person1#: OK, thank you. I'll look into it.
#Person2#: The list goes on and on. Here, this is a bill for five thousand dollars for spa treatments!
#Person1#: Thank you, that will be all. I'll take care of it.
#Person2#: Look at this one sir, eight thousand dollars were spent in one night at a place called ' Wild Things '? !
#Person1#: OK, I get it!! Thank you for your very thorough analysis!

Summary: #Person2# tells Jill their expenses are through the roof. They spend too much on entertainment and travel, such as hotel charges, spa treatments, and a place called 'Wild Things'.


#Person1#: Excuse me. Uh, I want to get my girlfriend a sweater for her birthday, but I can't find the right one.
#Person2#: Well, um, what about these over here?
#Person1#: Uh, this one is okay. I like the style, but do you the same thing in a blue, a blue color?
#Person2#: Um, well, Hmm. I don't ... I don't see a blue one, but about this green one?
#Person1#: Uh, do you have the same thing in a dark green? And what size is this one anyway?
#Person2#: It's a large.
#Person1#: Oh, my girlfriend wears a small. That won't work.
#Person2#: Well, what about this red one?
#Person1#: Ummm, it's okay. How much is it? I don't see a price tag.
#Person2#: Well, let's see. It usually sells for $34, but it's on sale for $16.
#Person1#: Hmm. Okay, I'll take it. Thanks.

Summary: #Person1# wants to choose a sweater as #Person1#'s girlfriend birthday gift and #Person2# helps #Person1# find a red one of suitable size.


#Person1#: I see you have bought the latest copy of ' beauty and fashion '. Are there any interesting articles in it?
#Person2#: There ' s an interesting interview with a top fashion designer about the latest fashions. I enjoyed reading her thought. The ' which? ' section is very interesting this month. They tested facial cleaners. The article recommends ' all clear ' for effectiveness and price.
#Person1#: I like to take the tests that they print in this magazine.
#Person2#: Which tests do you mean?
#Person1#: You know. Tests like ' how jealous are you? ' and ' are you a fashion victim? '
#Person2#: Oh, I see. I like to do those tests, too, but I don ' t take them seriously.
#Person1#: Of course not, but sometimes the results make you think about yourself and what you do. According to the jealousy test, I ' m quite a jealous type of person. Perhaps I need to control my jealousy.

Summary: #Person2# bought the latest copy of 'beauty and fashion' and thinks the 'which?' section is very interesting. #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# likes to take the tests printed in it.


#Person1#: Now, this get together we're having at club mango.
#Person2#: Yes, that's right.
#Person1#: It's not my favorite place. Couldn't we think of somewhere better?
#Person2#: Well, the other seemed to be happy enough with it.
#Person1#: The trouble is, it's so noisy there that you can't really have any sort of conversation and surely that's the point of us all getting together.
#Person2#: So what? You don't want to come?
#Person1#: That's not what I said. I just rather meet up somewhere else. I'm sure we could come up with a better place if we give it some thought.

Summary: #Person1# is not satisfied with the party place because it's too noisy and wants to find a better place. #Person2# says others feel good.


#Person1#: We are looking for a bilingual secretary. Do you think you are proficient in both written and spoken English?
#Person2#: I think my English is fairly good. As you can see from my CV, I graduated from university with a B. A. degree in English. I studied the English language and English literature systematically.
#Person1#: How are your typing and shorthand skills?
#Person2#: I can type 80 words a minute, basically no mistake, and can take dictation in English at 120 words per minute.

Summary: #Person2# thinks #Person2# is proficient in English and has competent typing and shorthand skills.


#Person1#: What's the matter with you, Madam? You look pale and anxious.
#Person2#: Jesus! I lost my suitcase, just now.
#Person1#: Take it easy. Would you please tell me more details? I will try to help you.
#Person2#: Thank you, officer. After getting out of the ladies room, I went to the cafe and I left my suitcase under the table. Then I read some newspapers while I was waiting for the train. When I finished reading, I found my suitcase missing.
#Person1#: What kind of suitcase did you miss? Can you describe it for me?
#Person2#: A small blue leather case with my name tag on the top, and my ID card inside.
#Person1#: I feel sorry to hear that. Will you please fill in the form and leave your name and your address here? We will try our best to find the suitcase for you.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# her suitcase is lost. #Person1# asks her to describe the suitcase's appearance and fill in a form. #Person1# will try to find the suitcase.


#Person1#: Tomorrow will be my first day at work, what do you think I should be wearing?
#Person2#: Well, if you want to look professional, serious and more conservative, a blue dress, white shirt and not-too-high shoes would be the best choice. But sometimes, very formal clothes will keep you at a distance from your colleagues. It depends on the company's dress code.
#Person1#: Indeed, I found most of the employees dress casually when I went to the interview. Only the manager was in suit and tie and he just came back from a ceremony. It seems that their dress code is not that formal. Probably, I should put on car key and simple shirt.
#Person2#: Whatever you choose, make sure they are neat and clean.

Summary: #Person2# offers #Person1# some suggestions on what to wear on #Person1#'s first day at work.


#Person1#: I'm so hungry. Shall we go eat now, Rick?
#Person2#: sure. Where do you want to go? Are you in the mood for anything in particular?
#Person1#: how about some dumplings? I just can't get enough of them.
#Person2#: dumplings again? ! Oh, Amy, let's try something new!
#Person1#: well, what do you have in mind?
#Person2#: how about the Mongolian hot pot?
#Person1#: oh, it's too spicy for me. Don't you remember last time when I tasted the lamb? It was so spicy my eyes teared up!
#Person2#: maybe we can try Yuanyang pot this time. You can choose the non-spicy soup base.
#Person1#: sounds great. Do they serve noodles? I am in the mood for some tasty noodles as well.
#Person2#: yes. The sliced noodles they offer are among the most authentic Shanxi cuisines.
#Person1#: great. Let's go!
#Person2#: wait a minute. Let me throw on a sweater.

Summary: Amy and Rick talk about what to eat. They finally decide on Yuangyang pot and the sliced noodles.


#Person1#: Excuse me!
#Person2#: Yes. Can I help you?
#Person1#: We're ready to order. A cup of coffee for me, and a glass of oranges for her.
#Person2#: Yes, how would you like your coffee?
#Person1#: Just black coffee. Do you serve anything else besides drinks, say cake.
#Person2#: We also serve sandwiches and cakes.
#Person1#: Give me two pieces of cake.

Summary: #Person2# helps #Person1# order coffee, orange juice and cake.


#Person1#: Hello, Viola. I see that you take this book with you all day. What book is it?
#Person2#: A wrinkle in time.
#Person1#: You had a birthday party last weekend. So is this book a birthday gift from your friends or classmates?
#Person2#: It is a birthday gift. My uncle sent it to me from New York.
#Person1#: It must be a fantastic book, right?
#Person2#: Yeah, in the book, together with her brother Charles and her friend Calvin, Meg starts the journey to find her missing father, who is a scientist.
#Person1#: Sounds interesting. Can you lend it to me?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. But I haven't finished it yet. Today is Tuesday. I think I will finish it the day after tomorrow.
#Person1#: Great. I can't wait to read it.

Summary: Viola tells #Person1# that the book is her birthday gift from her uncle. Viola will lend the book to #Person1# when she finishes reading.


#Person1#: What are you doing there with your mobile phone?
#Person2#: I'm moblogging.
#Person1#: Moblogging? What does that mean?
#Person2#: Oh, Moblogging is a combination of the word 'mobile' and 'blogging'. It's another form of blogging. Users can publish blog entries to the web from a mobile phone or other mobile devices.
#Person1#: Sounds interesting. That must be very convenient.
#Person2#: Yes, you're right. I can blog wherever and whenever I'm on the move. It's especially good when I'm on a business trip and my laptop happens to be away from me.
#Person1#: How can you do that?
#Person2#: Well, if I simply want to write a few words, I'll send it by email or edit it all from the cellphone browser.
#Person1#: What if you want to publish some photos?
#Person2#: Then I'll shoot some pictures, resize the images and upload them with text descriptions to my blog.
#Person1#: I see. Moblogging must have done a great favor for habitual bloggers like you.
#Person2#: You bet it.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# about moblogging. #Person2# introduces the origin and advantages of moblogging and tells #Person1# how to publish words and photos.


#Person1#: Are there any interesting articles in today's newspapers?
#Person2#: The headlines are all about the presidential election in the united states. Few other stories made the front pages.
#Person1#: Is there anything of interest to us in the business sections?
#Person2#: There's an interesting feature article in the chronicle about doing business in china and the daily news has printed a report about the special economic zone near pairs. We have a subsidiary company located there.
#Person1#: Are the reports favorable?
#Person2#: Generally, the reporters take positive lines. They do point out a few problems that we need to be aware of, but there's nothing worrying in the reports. In the classifieds, one of our competitors is advertising for people who speak Japanese.
#Person1#: That's interesting. They must be thinking of moving into that market. Are there any interesting editorials?
#Person2#: Not really. They all seem to focus on the election. There have been several letters printed in the chronicle regarding that controversial article on drugs that they printed last week.
#Person1#: I'm not surprised. That article certainly added fuel to the debate. Ok. Thanks. Can you leave two articles and the advertisements with me? I'd like to read them.
#Person2#: Sure. There you are.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# the articles and editorials of today's newspaper are almost about the presidential election and most of the reporters of the business section are in positive lines. #Person1# asks #Person2# to leave some articles for #Person1# to read.


#Person1#: A :: You must be Wily. It's nice to meet you.
#Person2#: B :: Nice to meet you, Mr. Wilson.
#Person1#: A :: Tim, please. Please be seated.
#Person2#: B :: Thank you.
#Person1#: A :: So, Wily, you have been with IBM for two years, ready for change?
#Person2#: B :: Well, I think I'm ready for new challenges.

Summary: Wily tells Tim Wily is ready for challenges in a new job position.


#Person1#: Good morning, Angela, how have you been lately?
#Person2#: Morning, Michael. I ' Ve been very busy lately. One of our other vendors is going out of business and I ' Ve been searching for a suitable replacement.
#Person1#: Well, rest assured that you can count on us to be here for the long run, sitdown. Coffee?
#Person2#: No, thanks. I ' Ve been trying to cut down on the caffeine.
#Person1#: Haha, I could never do that. I ' d be a zombie if I didn ' t have my morning coffee fix. Let ' s get down to business then.
#Person2#: Yes. I ' Ve come to talk with you about ordering the eight megapixel cameras for our new methone. The demand for phone cameras is growing, and Pear has been falling behind in the market.
#Person1#: That ' s great! I ' m glad to hear that Pear has finally jumped on the bandwagon. Right now our contract is for the five megapixel cameras. Is Pear still interested in having those?
#Person2#: No, we ' re changing all the cameras to eight megapixels. We were hoping that by making your company our sole supplier for cameras we could negotiate a better deal.
#Person1#: Surely. Let ' s get started by drafting a new contract.

Summary: Angela's company is going to change all their cameras to eight megapixels, including their existed camera orders, and wants to negotiate a better deal with Micheal's company by making Micheal's company their sole supplier for cameras. Angela and Micheal will start to draft a new contract.


#Person1#: I want to open a saving account, sir. What ' s the proper procedure?
#Person2#: First, you fill out the application form and then we'll issue you a passbook.
#Person1#: Is there any minimum for the first deposit?
#Person2#: No, Even a dollar is all right. Here ' s your passbook, sir ; just sign your name on it.
#Person1#: What is the annual interest rate?
#Person2#: It varies from time to time.At present it is 6%.
#Person1#: By the way, can I open a checking account too?
#Person2#: By all means. But you have to deposit enough money before you can write out your checks.

Summary: #Person1# wants to open a saving account and a checking account. #Person2# answers #Person1#'s questions about opening accounts.


#Person1#: Does your girl friend like swimming?
#Person2#: Yes, she does. She is good at backstroke and free style.
#Person1#: Then you can help her with the breaststroke and sidestroke.
#Person2#: But she wants to learn the butterfly stroke
#Person1#: Really? Then just ask her to follow me.
#Person2#: I heard you are now practicing underwater swimming, aren't you?
#Person1#: Yes. But I still have some difficulties it breathing.
#Person2#: Say, kid, keep on practicing, you're sure to be a first-class swimmer.
#Person1#: To tell you the truth, I have never thought of being a swimmer. I swim just for fun.
#Person2#: That's good.

Summary: #Person2#'s girlfriend wants to learn the butterfly stroke, and #Person1# asks her to follow #Person1#. #Person1# swims just for fun.


#Person1#: Morning, Tom.
#Person2#: Hi, Mary.
#Person1#: You seem to be in a hurry.
#Person2#: Yes. I'Ve got a meeting in a minute.
#Person1#: Okay. I won't hold you up then.
#Person2#: Right. I'll see you later.
#Person1#: See you later.

Summary: Tom and Mary meet and greet each other.


#Person1#: I am confused. How could a golfer need so many clubs? Seems to me, 14 altogether, right
#Person2#: I should say, a a'set'of golf clubs is restricted to no more than 14 clubs.
#Person1#: Then what makes a'set'of clubs?
#Person2#: In general, a set of golf clubs 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, PW ; Woods : 1, 3, 5 and a putter.
#Person1#: So many?
#Person2#: This is not to say you have to carry all of these clubs. It depends on your preferences.
#Person1#: Have you heard of Tiger Woods?
#Person2#: Of course even people who don't know anything about golf know his name.

Summary: #Person2# introduces a set of golf clubs and tells #Person1# that it depends on personal preferences to carry the clubs.


#Person1#: You really need to look at some of the problems we are having with the apartment.
#Person2#: That apartment never had any problems before. Are you sure the problem isn ' t you?
#Person1#: We spoke with you the first week we moved in about things that you promised to fix.
#Person2#: Where do you think you have problems?
#Person1#: There is no hot water, the bedroom has a broken window, and there are rats in the kitchen.
#Person2#: You know, no one else who has been in that apartment has had a problem before.
#Person1#: You are obligated to maintain your building and my apartment.
#Person2#: I will fix these problems when I get around to it.
#Person1#: I will be withholding my rent check this Friday unless these problems are addressed immediately.
#Person2#: You can ' t do that! It ' s illegal!

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# to fix the problems of #Person1#'s apartment but #Person2# is reluctant to do so. #Person1# threats to withhold the rent check. #Person2# says it's illegal.


#Person1#: Hi. Bob! We've been working hard at our lessons for a fortnight. So why don't we take it easy this weekend?
#Person2#: Okay! What do you suggest?
#Person1#: How about seeing a play? I hear Hamlet is on at the National Theater.
#Person2#: Is that so? Why not?
#Person1#: ( looking at a newspaper ) Oh, dear me! There's no performance at the National theater this weekend. So we have to go to cinema instead.
#Person2#: What's on?
#Person1#: Let me see. . um. Gone With the Wind. It is on at six cinemas on Saturday night.
#Person2#: That sounds interesting. Which is the nearest?
#Person1#: Ah. The Royal, I think.
#Person2#: What time does it start?
#Person1#: Why don't we go to the 7:30 show? It is convenient to us, I think.
#Person2#: But we won't have enough time for dinner.
#Person1#: Do you want to go to the earlier or the later show?
#Person2#: Ah. . . I fancy going to the later show.
#Person1#: Then, there's a 9:30 show.
#Person2#: That's Okay, I think.
#Person1#: All right.

Summary: #Person1# and Bob want to relax after studying for a fortnight. Since there's no performance of Hamlet at the National Theater this weekend, they'll see Gone With the Wind at the cinema instead.


#Person1#: Okay, well I ' m sure you have a number of questions to ask me regarding the position.
#Person2#: Yes, well Miss Childs did give mean overview of the position over the phone, but there were some details I ' d like to clarify.
#Person1#: Well feel free to ask me anything, and I ' ll try to fill in the details.
#Person2#: Could I first ask about the remuneration package?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. That ' s quite an important point, isn ' t it? As a junior sub editor we offer a starting salary of 150, 000 HK dollars per annum. This doesn ' t include a generous housing allowance also.
#Person2#: I understand. And are there other bonuses included?
#Person1#: Well, apart from full health insurance we do offer a company staff bonus scheme linked to readership numbers. But we could go through all the details of that at a later date.
#Person2#: Well, Mr. Parsons, I am flexible when it comes to salary. The opportunity to work in Hong Kong for you is the most important thing for me.
#Person1#: Excellent. Well, what other questions do you have Rebecca?

Summary: Rebecca wants to clarify some details regarding the job. Mr. Parsons tells Rebecca about the remuneration package, bonuses included, and salary.


#Person1#: Hi, did you call for an exterminator?
#Person2#: Yes! Thank goodness you're here. These bugs are driving us crazy!
#Person1#: What sort of pest are we dealing with?
#Person2#: We just bought this house and it is infected with just about everything. We have termites in the wood, cockroaches all over the place, and last night I saw a huge rat out in the backyard!
#Person1#: Well, there's nothing we can't handle. I'll spray the floorboards and walls to get rid of the cockroaches, but the termites will be harder to get rid of. We will have to cover the entire house and fumigate it. Unfortunately that means you will have to find a place to stay for the next three days.
#Person2#: No problem, just get rid of the bugs!

Summary: #Person2# calls an exterminator to get rid of bugs. #Person1# will handle the bugs and asks #Person2# to leave #Person2#'s house for the next three days.


#Person1#: Lily, where do you like to eat?
#Person2#: Well, my favorite restaurant is the Knife and Talk. It's very near the city center. At lunch, it's full of office workers, but I like to go before that, in the middle of the morning. I go there and order big breakfast and take one of their newspapers and just relax for an hour or so. Their pancakes are delicious. They don't have a TV in there, which I love most. They just have some jazz music, very quiet. Nothing too loud. What's your favorite restaurant?
#Person1#: Well, it's just a very simple restaurant. There are only about 6 tables in there, a couple of waitresses wear ugly pink uniforms. But the food is great, very tasty and cheap too, which is important of course. There are some truck drivers sitting at the counter drinking coffee. And eating sausages every morning. I always have pancakes in the morning, and their fish pie for lunch. That restaurant has been open for many years. They say the actor James Dean eats there, sometimes, but I don't think that's true.

Summary: Lily's favourite restaurant is the Knife and Talk. She likes to go there before lunch and relax for an hour. #Person1#'s favourite restaurant is a very simple one. The food there is tasty and cheap.


#Person1#: Now we turn to Maotan, an president of the student union of Dongfang College. She is going to talk to us about after class sports in her college, Miss MAO.
#Person2#: Yes, well for the students and teachers in my college, after class sports have become an important part of life. Since they help increase energy and also just make people feel generally happier. For me personally, I like swimming and yoga, but most of the time I play tennis. I've been playing it ever since I got to school running, playing ball games and doing Tai Ji have also become very popular. Among many of us students and teachers dancing in the morning is especially popular these days. It is quite a scene to see so many people dancing together on the sports ground in the morning. I plan to join the crowd next term. My third year in college, I think it will be great fun. You would think it would be hard for students to get up so early with classes beginning at 8:00 AM, especially in the winter, but there are in fact, more People on the sports ground in the morning in the winter than in the summer. There are of course, some students playing football in the afternoon and some practicing Tai Ji in the evening when it's nice and quiet. Students can receive 2 credits for after class sports. But the most important reason for us to take an active part in sports is the college sports meet held in November every year.

Summary: Maotan, president of the student union of Dongfang College, talks about after-class sports in her college. She shares her experience of playing sports and describes that people play different sports at different times. She thinks the most important reason to play sports is the college sports meet.


#Person1#: This position requires a high level of English ability. How is your spoken and written English?
#Person2#: I have learned English for 10 years, and I have passed College English test level 4 and 6.
#Person1#: What other foreign languages do you speak?
#Person2#: I have taught myself Japanese in college, and I can carry on simple conversations in Japanese.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: I have a driver's license, and two years of driving experience.
#Person1#: What special skills do you have?
#Person2#: I am very familiar with Windows operating system.
#Person1#: Have you got any special training in programming?
#Person2#: No, but I have taken elective courses in computer in college.
#Person1#: Do you have a good psychological resilience?
#Person2#: I think I can work well under pressure.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s working ability, special skills, and psychological resilience.


#Person1#: Have you ever been to Japan? I'm going in the fall.
#Person2#: Yeah, I've been there twice.
#Person1#: Really? Tell me about it. What's it like?
#Person2#: Oh, it's fantastic.
#Person1#: Where did you go?
#Person2#: On my first trip I went to Tokyo, and on my second trip I visited Kyoto.
#Person1#: What did you think of Tokyo?
#Person2#: Very big and exciting, but very crowded, too.
#Person1#: Yeah. I've seen pictures of the crowds!
#Person2#: And the restaurant are excellent . . . but they're kind of expensive.
#Person1#: And how about Kyoto?
#Person2#: Kyoto is lovely. It's full of beautiful old temples and gardens. It's a very historic city.
#Person1#: How was the weather?
#Person2#: I was in Tokyo in August, and it was really hot and humid. I went to Kyoto in October. It was hot and sunny, but there was no humidity.
#Person1#: Sounds perfect. I can't wait!

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# about Japan. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# went to Japan twice. #Person2# introduces Tokyo and Kyoto and the weather there. #Person1# can't wait to visit Japan.


#Person1#: I'm so glad that the Spring Festival is near at hand.
#Person2#: Me too. I like the festival best of all.
#Person1#: Think of the big face down the eve, hmm.
#Person2#: And special TV programs, fire crackers and the games to play.
#Person1#: Hey, do you know any mystery belief serve the festival?
#Person2#: Such as?
#Person1#: You know why fire crackers are set off in festival.
#Person2#: Why? To welcome the new year of course?
#Person1#: And also to frighten away evil spirits.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: And my parents say the whole year will be as good or as bad as new year day itself and bad or rude words on the day will bring a bad year.
#Person2#: Oh, that's why my parents never scold me that day. They always try to avoid tears and quarrels.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are both excited about the upcoming Spring Festival. They talk about the mystery beliefs and customs of the festival.


#Person1#: OK, Ann, you spent quite a bit of time in Australia recently so why don't you talk about that?
#Person2#: I really liked living in Australia. I was an international student and I studied education at the university of Sydney. And living in Sydney was fantasticbecuase I could go to the beach anytime I wanted and there was a great nightlife in Sydney. There are lots of great clubs. And people were very, very friendly and easy-going and I met a lot of international people in living Sydney.
#Person1#: Mm-hm. How long were you there?
#Person2#: I was there for almost a year.
#Person1#: Oh, OK.
#Person2#: And I travelled a little bit in Australia. I went up the east coast. Up to Frasier Island. Which is a world heritage site. And I saw dingos running along the beach and sharks in the water. We climbed cliffs and went through a rain forest and went camping and then we went up to the. . . , which is a but north. And the further north you go in Australia, the hotter it gets. So we were able to go swimming in the ocean and I went diving for the first time but it was a little bit risky cause I didn't have a diving license, so I went on an introductory dive and I saw a giant clam that had a really purple spongy inside that I was able to touch and then the clam closed up really quickly.
#Person1#: So, did you, did you lose your finger?
#Person2#: Almost.
#Person1#: Almost. Ah, you're lucky. Um, it's funny, you go in the water and you worry about sharks, but not clams.
#Person2#: Exactly.
#Person1#: Will you be going back to Australia soon?
#Person2#: I'd like to go and live there for at least another year. Probably I'll go back to Sydney or maybe I'll go down to Melbourne because it's a really interesting cultural city. They have lot of museums and parks.

Summary: Ann tells #Person1# that she stayed in Sydney for a year and she traveled to many places in Australia and experienced a lot, like climbing cliffs, going camping, going diving, and so on. Ann may go down to Melbourne for another year.


#Person1#: Lucy, come here! I can see the lake which is in the center of park.
#Person2#: It is beautiful! Look, there are so many birds around it.
#Person1#: It is a great place for a relaxing vacation.
#Person2#: Listen to the sound of nature! It's like music.
#Person1#: Yeah, I agree. It makes you feel really good.
#Person2#: What are those?
#Person1#: Do you mean the red things? They are roses.
#Person2#: I'm going to take more pictures today.
#Person1#: Me, too.

Summary: #Person1# and Lucy enjoy the views, such as birds and roses, in the park.


#Person1#: Which film shall we see?
#Person2#: There is nothing good at the moment. Let's do something different. Would you like to go to a concert?
#Person1#: Yes, I'd love to. Here is a good one, Mozart and Beethoven. It's on the Festival Hall. Shall we go there?
#Person2#: Fine! Do you want anything to eat now?
#Person1#: No, I'm not hungry.
#Person2#: Well, let's go and have something to drink instead. I know a good place. It's a little expensive, but it's fun.

Summary: #Person2# suggests going to a concert so #Person1# proposes going to the Festival Hall to watch Mozart and Beethoven. #Person2# then suggests going for a drink.


#Person1#: How are your home-stay families chosen?
#Person2#: We have special requirements that our families must meet before they are invited to have our international students. We require that the family lies live within a reasonable distance of the school, have enough living space for the student, and live in a clean, safe and comfortable area. We also work with families who enjoy having international students. We try to match each student with a family as best we can.
#Person1#: If I stay with a home-stay family, what should I expect?
#Person2#: The family will treat you as a guest, and you will be expected to obey house rules. All families provide a single or shared room and a choice of meals. In most cases, students will be expected to share the bathroom. Experiences has shown us that living with a family is the most interesting and effective way to learn the language. Remember, your home-stay family will have different customs and habits from what perhaps you are used to. Meals will be prepared by the family. All home-stay families are within 30 minutes, travelling time of the school. The smaller the city, the less time it takes to reach the school.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# how home-stay families are chosen. #Person2# also says that the family will treat the student as a guest and the student should obey house rules. #Person2# also talks about the experience of living with the family.


#Person1#: You've got a beautiful singing voice!
#Person2#: It's this high-tech equipment that doctors my voice a little. Actually, i am tone-deaf.
#Person1#: Come on, You hit the high notes perfectly!
#Person2#: Well, the echo and the stereo system helped a lot. And i know that song very well, so, i didn't need to pay attention to the subtitles which helped as well.
#Person1#: You're too modest. Pass me the catalogue! I'd like to see which song to choose. Wow, this place has a large selection of songs. I dont know which to choose!
#Person2#: Pick the one that you always sing in the shower.
#Person1#: Funny. Oh, i like this song. It's by one of my favorite singers.
#Person2#: Read me the index number!
#Person1#: 1021. It's a duet! Come on, Pick the mic and sing along!
#Person2#: No. I need a rest!

Summary: #Person1# praises #Person2# for #Person2#'s beautiful singing voice. #Person2# asks #Person1# to choose a song to sing. #Person1# wants to sing with #Person2# but #Person2# wants a rest.


#Person1#: Isn't there anyone at home?
#Person2#: I'll knock again, Helen. Everything's very quiet. I'm sure there's no one at home.
#Person1#: But that's impossible. Karen and Tom invited us to lunch. Look through the window. Can you see anything?
#Person2#: Nothing at all.
#Person1#: Let's try the back door.
#Person2#: Look! Everyone's in the garden.
#Person1#: Hello, Helen. Hello, Jim.
#Person3#: Everybody wants to have lunch in the garden. It's nice and warm out here.
#Person4#: Come and have something to drink.
#Person2#: Thanks, Karen. May I have a glass of bear please?
#Person4#: Beer? There's none left. You can have some lemonade.
#Person2#: Lemonade!
#Person3#: Don't believe her, Jim. She's only joking. Have some beer!

Summary: Helen and Jim are invited to lunch at Karen and Tom's home. Nobody answers the door until they finally catch everyone in the garden.


#Person1#: What's your problem? You seem to have been thinking of something.
#Person2#: I was thinking of the test tomorrow. I'm afraid I can't pass this time.
#Person1#: Cheer up. You've been working pretty hard these days, there's no doubt that you'll pass.
#Person2#: Actually, I'm just worried about the pressure, I always feel nervous as soon as I enter.
#Person1#: Try to relax, with the help of deep breathing. You can remove the pressure gradually. Take your time when you start to work. You'll feel much better in this way.
#Person2#: Thanks for your kind advice. You seem to be fully prepared for the test don't you?
#Person1#: I don't wait until tests come. If you work hard regularly, you are always ready for tests.
#Person2#: Nice talking with you. Have a good day.
#Person1#: You too, and good luck tomorrow.

Summary: #Person2# is worried about the test tomorrow and the pressure, while #Person1# seems to be ready for the test and gives #Person2# suggestions on relieving pressure.


#Person1#: Do you have anything particular on this evening?
#Person2#: No, I've got a lot of time to kill.
#Person1#: Well, then, won't you come over to dinner and have a game of mahjong afterwards?
#Person2#: With pleasure.
#Person1#: You are not so eager about majang before.
#Person2#: That's because I didn't know the fun of playing it then. Why is majang? Such a popular game, do you know?
#Person1#: I've got no idea. I only know that foreigners are beginning to take an interest in it, besides their old card games.
#Person2#: That's right. Some of them are already experts.
#Person1#: Indeed they are. But the cham about majang is once you're interested in it, you can't shut it off.
#Person2#: Yes, once I went crazy over other hobbies such as stamp collecting and reading, but I find them very boring now.
#Person1#: I'm sure your former hobbies are more beneficial.
#Person2#: I can't deny that and I can't help it, either.
#Person1#: The bells ringing. That must be our partners.

Summary: #Person2# becomes interested in mah-jong and #Person1# thinks it is hard to shut this hobby off.


#Person1#: What's taking you so long?
#Person2#: Don't worry. I'm almost finished.
#Person1#: I need you to hurry up.
#Person2#: All right. I'm finished.
#Person1#: I think there's more you need to do.
#Person2#: What do you mean by that?
#Person1#: My hair looks awful.
#Person2#: What don't you like about it?
#Person1#: I just don't like my hair.
#Person2#: I'm sorry that you don't like it.
#Person1#: I won't be paying you for this.
#Person2#: I'm sure we can work something out.

Summary: #Person1# thinks #Person1#'s hair looks awful and dislikes it. #Person1# won't pay #Person2#.


#Person1#: I'm really sorry Madam, I missed your lecture because I was ill yesterday.
#Person2#: I'm not upset that you couldn't keep the appointment, but you didn't call me when someone doesn't turn up and doesn't call it makes someone else wait.
#Person1#: You're right, I apologize. I didn't feel well and I guess I just wasn't thinking of calling you at the time.
#Person2#: OK apology accepted. Now, I suppose you need to set up another appointment.
#Person1#: Yes, I do. But I'm really worried about my project. Can you see me now if I wait?
#Person2#: No, but I can see you at 3:00 o'clock this afternoon or during my office hours on Tuesday, Thursday or Friday.
#Person1#: Great. Your office hours are best at 2:00 o'clock Tuesday. OK?
#Person2#: OK, be there in time by then.
#Person1#: I promise I will not him.

Summary: #Person1# apologizes for missing the appointment with #Person2# because #Person1# was ill yesterday. #Person1# and #Person2# set up another appointment and will talk about the project.


#Person1#: I really like what you have. But the price for this product is much higher than we expected. I am absolutely not a buyer at that price.
#Person2#: I know it is not the cheapest on the market. But if you take the quality factor into consideration, you will find your company will benefit in the long term. This device is built in with the most advanced technology. Every aspect has reached the international standard. It is a worthwhile investment.
#Person1#: I understand that. If you can lower the price by 10 percent, we have a deal right now.
#Person2#: Well, the best I can do is to lower the price by 5 percent if you are willing to pay 90 % cash of front and 10 % on delivery. That is our best offer.
#Person1#: Err, well, I can't decide right now. Do you mind if I have a small internal discussion on this first? I will tell you our decision this afternoon.
#Person2#: Sure, no problem.

Summary: #Person1# appreciates #Person2#'s products, but the price is higher than expected, so #Person1# asks #Person2# to lower the price by 10 percent. #Person2# agrees to lower the price by 5 percent. #Person1# needs an internal discussion about it.


#Person1#: What would you like for dessert, sir? We have a choice of cake or ice cream.
#Person2#: No, thank you. I don't need any. You see, I'm on a diet.
#Person1#: oh, well, perhaps you'd like a cup of coffee or tea instead.
#Person2#: Yes, coffee, please.

Summary: #Person2#'s on a diet so he refuses dessert. #Person1# suggests coffee or tea instead and #Person2# orders coffee.


#Person1#: Just remember. The main thing right now is to make sure Stars.com is happy.
#Person2#: Right. You're right. But she's just evil. Someone should drive a stake through her heart.
#Person1#: Elvin, please. Can I count on you to keep your cool for a week, or not?
#Person2#: I'm OK. I'll be fine. I will be cool. I'm cold. I'm like ice. She won't know what hit her.
#Person1#: By the way, how's the nose? Boy, that must have hurt.

Summary: #Person1# cautions Elvin to make sure Stars. com is happy and keep cool for a week.


#Person1#: What do you think of this dress? Do you think it suits me?
#Person2#: Sure. Why don't you try it on? The fitting room is over there.
#Person1#: It's just the right size-a perfect fit! Have you seen anything you like?
#Person2#: I'm thinking about buying this sweater. I know it's june now, but it will be perfect for autumn and winter.
#Person1#: It looks too big for you, but I like the color and the material is good quality. Is it on sale?
#Person2#: Yes, it's half price. It's supposed to be too large-that's the fashion.
#Person1#: I might get one too, but in a different colour. I prefer light blue to while.
#Person2#: There. It looks great, don't you think? I'm going to get these jeans as well. I need a new pair. I need a new pair. I 'm also going to buy this scarf ready for winter.
#Person1#:
#Person2#: Don't worry. I've got my credit card. You can pay me back later.
#Person1#: Thanks! Now I don't need to come back to the shop a second time.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are trying the clothes on. #Person1# thinks the sweater is too big for #Person2#. #Person2# thinks that's the fashion. They both buy the sweaters but in different colors, and #Person2# buy jeans and a scarf.


#Person1#: How can I travel by air?
#Person2#: Have you traveled by air before?
#Person1#: No, this is the first time.
#Person2#: Let me tell you. First you must buy a ticket.
#Person1#: Yes, I know.
#Person2#: Then you must go to the airport.
#Person1#: Is that all?
#Person2#: Not Yet. Listen to me. Don't forget to take your ID card with you.
#Person1#: What's an ID card?
#Person2#: Something like a passport.
#Person1#: Can I board the plane now?
#Person2#: No, you also need a boarding pass.
#Person1#: Thank you. Now I know how to travel by air.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# how to travel by air.


#Person1#: Hello, may I speak to Alice please?
#Person2#: This is she. How's it going?
#Person1#: I've been trying to call you all day.
#Person2#: Sorry about that. I was cleaning up.
#Person1#: It's okay.
#Person2#: So what were you calling me about?
#Person1#: Oh, I just wanted to see if you wanted to hang out tomorrow.
#Person2#: Sure, what did you want to do?
#Person1#: Maybe we can go see a movie or something.
#Person2#: That sounds like fun. Let's do it.
#Person1#: I'll see you tomorrow then.
#Person2#: See you then. Goodbye.

Summary: #Person1# speaks to Alice and invites her to hang out tomorrow. Alice explains why she didn't answer the phone.


#Person1#: Even if our company didn't have a dress code, I still think people would wear formal clothing to work.
#Person2#: I wouldn't be so sure. . . People want to wear what they feel most comfortable in.
#Person1#: Maybe that's ture for some positions, but I think the marketing and sales staff would definitely not agree. They dress for success! You can't go out on a sales call if you are dressed in jeans. It's just not respectful to you client.
#Person2#: I think what you wear is so overrated. I would rather have a down-to-earth, honest and solid sales person than a painted, patent leather, designer suite salesman.
#Person1#: It's not as simple as that. People judge you by your appearance, whether you like it or not. So dressing professional is being prefessional. The image that you portray to others is so important in business. It's your image and how others perecive you that makes the difference between landing or lossing a sale.
#Person2#: Maybe you're right, but I'll take my sneakers and jeans any day!

Summary: #Person1# thinks people should wear formal clothing to work, especially the marketing and sales staff because people judge by appearance. #Person2# thinks #Person1# might be right, but #Person2# prefers wearing comfortably.


#Person1#: May I speak to Petty?
#Person2#: Speaking.
#Person1#: Good morning, Petty.
#Person2#: Good morning, Steward.
#Person1#: I'd like to discuss your suggestion with you as soon as possible. Would Tuesday be all right for you?
#Person2#: Tuesday. That's tomorrow?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Let me see. How about tomorrow, say, 8:30?
#Person1#: Then suppose I come to your at 8:30 tomorrow.
#Person2#: Good. I'll be expecting you then.
#Person1#: Thank you. Good-bye.
#Person2#: Good-bye.

Summary: Steward calls Petty to arrange a discussion with her at 8:30 tomorrow.


#Person1#: Dear, can you drive me to the clinic?
#Person2#: I'm afraid I can't.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: Well, my car won't start. I don't know what's the matter with it.
#Person1#: Could it be the battery?
#Person2#: No, I don't think it could be. I checked the battery two days ago.It must be other problems.
#Person1#: Well, I suppose it could be the gas.
#Person2#: No, there is plenty of gas. I filled it up yesterday.
#Person1#: Perhaps it's the starter then?
#Person2#: Yes, that's possible.

Summary: #Person2# cannot start #Person2#'s car and #Person1# gives some possible reasons.


#Person1#: Now,Mr. Martin. I've just read your own doctor's report. So you haven't been feeling very well lately, is that right?
#Person2#: It's... it's my leg, doctor. My right leg. I keep getting a strange pain in it.
#Person1#: Could you tell me what the pain is like?
#Person2#: It's like... like boiling water running down my leg. It's been getting worse lately, too. I've been losing sleep.
#Person1#: You mean the pain's been keeping you awake?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right. It's been keeping me awake.
#Person1#: Now, tell me, how long have you had this trouble?
#Person2#: The pain? For about a year now.
#Person1#: Hmm... Have you been getting tired lately after you have had a walk? For example, have you been getting a big short of breath, perhaps?
#Person2#: Why, yes! Yes, I have, doctor!
#Person1#: Hmm... I think we'd better give you a few tests here in the hospital.
#Person2#: Do you think it's serious,doctor?
#Person1#: Probably not.
#Person2#: But... Doctor Cook, my local doctor, thinks it's only that I've been working too hard lately.
#Person1#: That could be the reason. Don't worry, we'll find out soon.

Summary: Mr. Martin gets a pain in his leg and goes to #Person1# with his local doctor's report. #Person1# suggests a few tests in order to find the reason.


#Person1#: All right. But these are black and I don't like black shoes. They're dull.
#Person2#: Well, black is a better color than pink. Pink's for girls.
#Person1#: Then why are you wearing black shoes?
#Person2#: Because. . . oh, all right. You win. Let's pay for them and go.
#Person1#: Hey, thanks, mum.

Summary: #Person1# convinces #Person1#'s mom to buy the shoes.


#Person1#: I need my minibar restocked.
#Person2#: Everything is gone, sir?
#Person1#: There's not a drop left of anything.
#Person2#: Is there anything in particular you want?
#Person1#: Yes, the Perrier and the Jim Beam hit the spot. Let me have three more of each.
#Person2#: Got it. Anything else?
#Person1#: I really liked the apples. Bring me a couple of apples, please.
#Person2#: Not a problem. Anything else?
#Person1#: Oh, yes, one more thing
#Person2#: Someone will be up shortly with your order, sir.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# for some drinks and apples to get #Person1#'s minibar restocked.


#Person1#: What can I help you with?
#Person2#: I need to hire you.
#Person1#: What do you need me for?
#Person2#: I need you for my court date.
#Person1#: What kind of case do you have?
#Person2#: I'm being charged with a felony.
#Person1#: I can help you with that.
#Person2#: What is your price?
#Person1#: I charge $ 150 an hour.
#Person2#: I can't afford that.
#Person1#: That's my rate.
#Person2#: That's expensive, but I need you.

Summary: #Person2# asks #Person1# for help with a felony, but #Person1#'s price is very high.


#Person1#: The company is going to recruit some people.
#Person2#: Really? Are there any vacant positions?
#Person1#: Yes. The position of senior secretary had fallen vacant.
#Person2#: What happened to Kitty? She was an excellent senior secretary.
#Person1#: She has just got married. And she wants to be a full-time housewife. So she left
#Person2#: What a pity! Do you have any idea who will be the new senior secretary?
#Person1#: Not yet. The company has advertised the position.
#Person2#: What qualifications are needed?
#Person1#: A female graduate from the secretary college with a good knowledge of English.
#Person2#: A graduate does not always make an qualified employee.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# the position of senior secretary had fallen vacant. The company has advertised the position but #Person2# doesn't think a graduate will surely qualify.


#Person1#: Excuse me, I am Sunlin. I am here about your advertisement for a tourist guide. Are there still any vacancies?
#Person2#: Yes. One more is needed.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm so lucky. I want to apply for it.
#Person2#: But do you have any experience like that?
#Person1#: Yes. I have been a guide for two years.
#Person2#: OK. Then I want to ask you some questions about the tourist guide. If there wasan accident, for example a tourist falls ill, what would you do?
#Person1#: I think I will call the office to send someone to meet us, and escort that person to the nearest hospital without interrupting our trip.
#Person2#: If one of them forgot a camera in a restaurant, would you let the tourist bus go back?
#Person1#: No. In fact, prior to their boarding the bus and their getting off the bus, I will make an announcement to remind them that they should check their belongings.
#Person2#: Well, it seems that you have all the practical experience to handle these cases. I am very glad to welcome you into our company.
#Person1#: Thank you. It's my honor.

Summary: Sunlin asks #Person2# whether there're vacancies of tourist guides. #Person2# says yes and asks Sunlin two practical questions. Sunlin shows great experience to handle the cases, so #Person2# welcomes Sunlin into their company.


#Person1#: Please pull your vehicle over to the side of the road. Please roll down your window.
#Person2#: What's the matter, sir?
#Person1#: Have you been drinking?
#Person2#: No, I haven't sir.
#Person1#: Really? But I can smell alcohol on your breath. Blow into this breathalyzer, please.
#Person2#: But, sir, I didn't drink at all.
#Person1#: If you refuse to blow, you'll receive a much severer punishment.
#Person2#: OK. I'll blow.
#Person1#: Your BAC exceeds the legal limit.
#Person2#: But I. . .
#Person1#: I'll have to write you a ticket and suspend your driver's license for 3 months.

Summary: #Person2# is pulled over by a policeman and #Person2# doesn't pass a breath test because #Person2#'s BAC exceeds the legal limit.


#Person1#: Where are you studying and what's your major?
#Person2#: I am studying at Beijing University. I major in Civil Law.
#Person1#: Why did you choose Beijing University?
#Person2#: Because Beijing University is the best university in China and I'm sure I am one of the best students.
#Person1#: What courses have you learned?
#Person2#: I have learned many courses, such as Civil Law, Economic Law, Commercial Law and Administration Law.
#Person1#: Which one is your favorite? Why?
#Person2#: Civil Law. Because it is broad and profound, and furthermore, it best reflects the spirits of fairness and equality.
#Person1#: What was your minor subject?
#Person2#: Psychology.

Summary: #Person2# is studying at Beijing University. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s major, the courses #Person2# has learned, the favorite course and the minor subject.


#Person1#: This place is great. I'm surprised there are so many things here.
#Person2#: Yes, but it takes a while to find things. It's not organized as carefully as a regular store.
#Person1#: What's the difference between an outlet and a regular store?
#Person2#: Usually a clothes company will send their overstock to an outlet. The prices are very low. But you may find faulty products here too.
#Person1#: Faulty products?
#Person2#: Yes. Sometimes the fault is very small ; if you have a needle and thread, you can fix it yourself. So it's a good deal to buy it.
#Person1#: Oh, that's easy for me. I think it's really a good deal.
#Person2#: Yes. You can save a lot of money in this way.
#Person1#: That's great for me. Look, children's clothes! I'd like to buy some winter clothes for my son and daughter.
#Person2#: Why not buy the sweater? It only costs 30 Yuan.
#Person1#: Yes, I'll take it. Are there any jeans? Xiaohui's jeans are always dirty. I also need four pairs of slippers.
#Person2#: How many do you want to buy?
#Person1#: I ought to make the most of it while I'm here, don't you think?
#Person2#: You're right.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# the goods price in outlet store is low, but #Person2# may find some faulty products. #Person1# thinks it's a good deal and would like to buy some clothes for #Person1#'s families.


#Person1#: Hello, Doctor.
#Person2#: Well, What seems to be the trouble, Mr. Williams?
#Person1#: It's nothing serious actually, doctor. It's. . . Well, I get tired very easily recently, and I often doze off during meetings, office hours and sometimes even while I'm dining.
#Person2#: How long has this been going on?
#Person1#: About two months. I didn't pay much attention to it in the beginning, but you see, I got fired this morning. I dozed off while we were having an important meeting, right in front of the boss. I was very embarrassed.
#Person2#: How was your appetite?
#Person1#: Pretty good, I'd say.
#Person2#: You haven't lost any weight, have you?
#Person1#: No, doctor. I've actually put on two pounds.
#Person2#: Unbutton your shirt, please.
#Person1#: Well, doctor?
#Person2#: You'll have to have some laboratory examinations to know for sure.
#Person1#: What examinations?
#Person2#: A blood test and during test. You can come back next week, say 4 pm to see the results.

Summary: Mr. Williams tells the doctor that he often gets tired and dozes off during meetings for two months. The doctor is going to give him a blood test.


#Person1#: Peter? This is Steven from China. I've got the document you want.
#Person2#: Great. Send it to me by FedEx tomorrow morning. Or better, call Federal Express for a pick-up. That way I'll get it even earlier.
#Person1#: That'll cost me a fortune.
#Person2#: Don't worry about that. I'll reimburse you as soon as I receive the package.
#Person1#: OK. I'll try. But I'm not sure Federal Express picks up mail in this city. If that's the case, I'll send the package through Chinese express mail service.
#Person2#: OK.

Summary: Steven from China phones Peter to tell him the availability of the document. Peter requests Steven to send it to him and he will reimburse Steven.


#Person1#: Michael, it is time to wake up.
#Person2#: Huh?
#Person1#: Yes, it is time to wake up. And, also, from now on I will speak only English to you. And you should speak only English to me, too.
#Person2#: Okay, mom.
#Person1#: Right. That's good.
#Person2#: It will be hard at first, but I think I can do it.
#Person1#: I know you can do it.
#Person2#: I will do my best.
#Person1#: That is great. All I want is for you to do your best in everything you do.

Summary: #Person1# wakes Michael up and requires they should speak only English from now on. #Person1# encourages Michael.


#Person1#: Linda, this is Todd calling.
#Person2#: Todd, I am so happy you called!
#Person1#: Linda, I wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed our time together last Friday night.
#Person2#: Boy, Todd, that was one great movie you picked out! Thanks for asking me to go with you!
#Person1#: I had a great time too and was thinking that maybe you might want to join me for a hike to the waterfalls on Saturday.
#Person2#: A hike would be great! Let me pack us a nice picnic lunch, OK?
#Person1#: Linda, that would be a perfect addition.
#Person2#: I'll take care of the lunch then, and you can take care of the other plans. What time would you like to pick me up?
#Person1#: I was hoping to leave by 9 o'clock so that it won 't be too hot for the hike.
#Person2#: Nine is a great time to get started. I'll see you on Saturday!

Summary: Todd calls Linda to express the joy being with her last time and wants to invite her on a hiking trip on Saturday.


#Person1#: Good morning. Madam. How can I help?
#Person2#: I'd like to take some money from my Fund Account at the Securities Company. Is that possible here?
#Person1#: Certainly. We can transfer the money straight into your bank account here and then you can withdraw it right away. Could I have your Passbook for Bank-Securities Account Transfer?
#Person2#: Here it is. Could I make a balance enquiry, please?
#Person1#: Your balance today is 120, 376 RIB.
#Person2#: Fine, I'll take 10, 000 RIB, please.
#Person1#: OK. Please fill in this form and input you code here... and again, please. I'll just check and see if the money has been transferred. Yes, transaction successful.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.

Summary: #Person2# transfers some money from Fund Account into #Person2#'s bank account and withdraws it with #Person1#'s assistance.


#Person1#: Hello baseball fans, and welcome back to today's game! My name is Rick Fields and of course, I am here, once again, with the man that seals the deal, Bob Copeland. '
#Person2#: It's a beautiful day to see two world class teams face each other and fight for their right to be called champions.
#Person1#: Well, the national anthem has just been sung, and the umpire has started the game. It's time to play ball!
#Person2#: Roger Vargas is up at bat. The pitcher winds up and strike one!
#Person1#: A very nice curve ball by the pitcher. The catcher gives him the sign, he winds up and Vargas gets a line drive!
#Person2#: The players are scrambling to get the ball. Vargas gets to first base and he's still going! The outfielder throws it to second! Vargas slides! He's safe!
#Person1#: Great play!
#Person2#: We have a runner on third and up at bat is Brian Okapi! There's the pitch, he hits it! It's going, going, that ball is gone!
#Person1#: Home run by Okapi! That puts this team ahead by two as we are at the bottom of the fifth inning here at Richie Stadium!

Summary: Rick Fields and Bob Copeland are doing the commentary for an exciting baseball match between two world-class teams at Richie Stadium.


#Person1#: You won't believe who's been elected to do overtime on the Baker account! Me! I'Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime!
#Person2#: Wow! Why so much? I thought they were getting you an assistant.
#Person1#: They were supposed to, but so far nobody's turned up, and I'm left on my own to do the work. This is the first break I'Ve had all day.
#Person2#: They're really running you into the ground. Why don't you ask for some time off? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere.
#Person1#: You won't believe who's been elected to do overtime on the Baker account! Me! I'Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime!
#Person2#: Wow! Why so much? I thought they were getting you an assistant.
#Person1#: They were supposed to, but so far nobody's turned up, and I'm left on my own to do the work. This is the first break I'Ve had all day.
#Person2#: They're really running you into the ground. Why don't you ask for some time off? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere.
#Person1#: You won't believe who's been elected to do overtime on the Baker account! Me! I'Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime!
#Person2#: Wow! Why so much? I thought they were getting you an assistant.
#Person1#: They were supposed to, but so far nobody's turned up, and I'm left on my own to do the work. This is the first break I'Ve had all day.
#Person2#: They're really running you into the ground. Why don't you ask for some time off? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere.

Summary: #Person1# has already logged in 20 hours of overtime. #Person2# suggests #Person1# ask for some time off.


#Person1#: You don't look very well.
#Person2#: I'm not feeling too well. I've caught a cold.
#Person1#: Is it because of the bad weather? It's been really miserable for the past tew days.
#Person2#: Hasn't it! It's been cold and windy recently. Do you like the weather here?
#Person1#: Not really, but I've got used to it now.
#Person2#: Oh, I'm going for a trip to New York this autumn. What's the weather like in New York?
#Person1#: Not quite good. It's windy and dry. We have got continental climate there. It's dry all the year round. Usually autumn is the best season of the year In New York.
#Person2#: Is it cold in autumn there? Should I take any warm clothes with me?
#Person1#: No, it isn't very cold at that time. You'll only need some light wool clothing with somejackets and shirts.

Summary: #Person2# has caught a cold because of the bad weather. #Person2#'s going on a trip to New York, so #Person1# tells about the weather there and suggests bringing some light wool clothing.


#Person1#: Good morning, Mrs. Smith.
#Person2#: Good morning. Can you help me please? I'm looking for some books for my mother as a gift.
#Person1#: Well, what kind of books does she like?
#Person2#: She's very font of detective stories.
#Person1#: I see, has she read any detective stories?
#Person2#: Oh, yes.
#Person1#: Do you know if she's read this one? It's a best seller of this year.
#Person2#: I'm not sure, but she probably won't remember if she has. She has a bad memory.

Summary: Mrs. Smith requests #Person1# to recommend some detective stories for her mother as a gift.


#Person1#: I am really exhausted, you know, I have been working without the weekend for two weeks. My boss always asks us to work overtime.
#Person2#: Does your boss pay you for the over-time work?
#Person1#: No. But he provides free meals and sometimes gives us some small gifts. Many of us get very tired of this, and we'd rather have weekends than stay in the office.
#Person2#: He should know that this is against the Labor Law in our country. Legally, employees should get double pay if asked to do extra work during the weekend or on holidays.
#Person1#: We all know about that, but we have no choice. The chairman of the trade union says he is going to negotiate with the management.
#Person2#: I suggest that you go to the lawyers'office to get some help.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. I think we will soon come to a solution to the problem.

Summary: #Person1# complains to #Person2# about being forced to work overtime. #Person2# suggests going to the lawyers'office to get some help.