#Person1#: This meal you prepared is delicious, Mrs. Parks. Please share the recipe with me so that I can make it in the future.
#Person2#: Thank you very much, Donald. I always enjoy cooking for my family, and I am very pleased that you will be my son-in-law soon.
#Person1#: I am going to help Mary cook dinner for our family every night when we are married. I don't want her to have to be in the kitchen too much.
#Person2#: That's wonderful! Her father never helps me cook, but that is probably for the best. He can't even boil water!
#Person1#: I really enjoy cooking - probably more than Mary!
#Person2#: That's probably true, isn't it, Mary? You're more like your father in that way. You are both more comfortable outdoors. I've never had to cut the grass or take out the garbage!
#Person1#: Yes, we are the cooks in this group, Mrs. Parks. But we know who to ask to make reservations for a campground!

Summary: Donald asks Mrs. Parks to share the recipe and says he'll help Mary cook dinner when they are married. Mrs. Parks says Mary and her father are more outdoors.


#Person1#: Annie, what is troubling you? You look unhappy.
#Person2#: A man is pursuing me. He was my schoolmate in college, and he has been carrying a torch for me for three years.
#Person1#: Do you like him?
#Person2#: Yes, I do like him.
#Person1#: Then why are you hesitating?
#Person2#: You know that I have had a series of miserable relationships. Last summer, I fell in love with John. But the romance blossomed for six or seven weeks, and then wilted.
#Person1#: One love drives out another. You shouldn't be afraid to start a new relationship.
#Person2#: Maybe you are right.

Summary: Annie tells #Person1# her worries about relationships. #Person1# encourages Annie to start a new relationship.


#Person1#: Hey, stop. [What?] And give me your money.
#Person2#: What? No, no. Listen here.
#Person1#: No, you listen. Hand over your purse, and I won't hurt you.
#Person2#: You've got to be joking.
#Person1#: Do I look like I'm joking?
#Person2#: Heh. Look. I only have two dollars in change.
#Person1#: I don't care. Give it to me! And your phone and credit cards.
#Person2#: Okay. Listen. Obviously, you haven't thought this through. I mean, who's going to rob someone as they walk out of a karate studio? Really?
#Person1#: Right. You don't fool me. Anyone can get a black belt online in 10 minutes. And I have a knife.
#Person2#: Listen, mister. I'm telling you to back off. I'm a fifth-degree black belt, and I've trained for 25 years. I don't want to hurt you, but I'll defend myself if I have to.
#Person1#: Alright, baby. Let me have it.
#Person2#: You'd better call 911 first.
#Person1#: Right. [Punches and kicks and yells and screams ... ] Ahh, oh, man. Ooohhhh. That hurts.
#Person2#: Yeah. Listen. Here's your two dollars. You'll need them to cover your medical bills.

Summary: #Person1# tries to rob #Person2#. #Person2# warns #Person1# that #Person2# is a fifth-degree black belt, but #Person1# refuses to back off. At last, #Person1# is punched.


#Person1#: Are you aware of the reason why I pulled you over?
#Person2#: No, sir.
#Person1#: I pulled you over because your brake light is out.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. I did not know that.
#Person1#: I have to write you a ticket.
#Person2#: Can't you give me a warning?
#Person1#: I'm not going to be able to do that.
#Person2#: How much will the fine be?
#Person1#: You'll find that out on your court date.
#Person2#: I have to go to court over a brake light?
#Person1#: That's how it works.
#Person2#: Can I have the ticket, please?

Summary: #Person1# writes #Person2# a ticket because #Person2#'s brake light is out. #Person2# will have to go to court.


#Person1#: Packages Express. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. Hi. I sent a package last Thursday, and I'd like to track my order.
#Person1#: No problem. I can check the shipment on the computer for you. This Monday's order... Let me see. Ah, it's here, last Thursday. Do you have your order number?
#Person2#: Sure. It's 6-0-1-4-2-8.
#Person1#: OK. And the last name on that order?
#Person2#: It's Conley. That's C-O-N-L-E-Y.
#Person1#: And where did you send the package to?
#Person2#: San Francisco.
#Person1#: Mm-hmm. And the postal code there is 9-5-1-2-6. Yes, it looks like the pack arrived safely on Tuesday morning. Your friend can get the package at the counter numbered 4-2-3-6.
#Person2#: That's great. Thank you very much for your help.
#Person1#: You're welcome.

Summary: #Person2# wants to track the package #Person2# sent last Thursday. #Person1# tells #Person2# that it arrived safely on Tuesday morning.


#Person1#: You look happy.
#Person2#: I am happy. I just bought a new car.
#Person1#: Wow! Is it a good car?
#Person2#: It's a great car. It's very comfortable and it goes really fast.
#Person1#: Was it expensive?
#Person2#: Put it this way, it wasn't cheap.
#Person1#: What colour is it?
#Person2#: It's red and black.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# bought a new comfortable car.


#Person1#: Hello! I'm Penny, I moved here just now.
#Person2#: Oh, Penny, I'm Leonard, glad to meet you.
#Person1#: Nice to meet you, too. I thought I should come and say hello to you. I haven't known anybody.
#Person2#: It is hard to get used to a new place, isn't it?
#Person1#: Yes. Would you like to come here later to have a coffee? Bring all your family.
#Person2#: We'd like to. Can you tell me when we go?
#Person1#: About 4.
#Person2#: OK. Do you want us to bring something?
#Person1#: No, just come here.
#Person2#: OK, see you later.
#Person1#: Bye.

Summary: Penny moves in and meets Leonard and invites him to bring his family to have a coffee at about 4.


#Person1#: Hello, tourist information, what can I do for you?
#Person2#: Hello. I'm phoning about the boat trips on the river D? Can you tell me which days they are?
#Person1#: Sure, they go every Friday and Sunday.
#Person2#: And where does the boat leave from?
#Person1#: You'll find it next to the bridge, it's 10 minutes walk from North Street car park.
#Person2#: Are there several trips a day?
#Person1#: Just one, it starts at 12:15, it takes about an hour and 45 minutes. So you'll be back by 2:00.
#Person2#: How far up the river will the boat take us?
#Person1#: All the way to Aldford. That's ALDFORD. You get off there and come back through the mountains on a bus.
#Person2#: It sounds nice. Can I get any food on the boat?
#Person1#: Not much, the only sell ice cream and cold drinks, but there are lots of cafes in Aldford.
#Person2#: Can we get tickets on the boat?
#Person1#: Yes, there are $3.95 for adults and $2.75 for children. Come early and get a good seat.
#Person2#: OK. Thank you for your help.

Summary: #Person2# calls #Person1# to ask about the boat trip on the river D. #Person1# tells #Person2# the trip information.


#Person1#: Do you have a boyfriend?
#Person2#: Yes. Why?
#Person1#: Well, I came to know a girl 3 weeks ago and we have so much in common.
#Person2#: So?
#Person1#: So I think I may fall in love with her.
#Person2#: You are attracted to her. That sounds great, but how do you know that it is a crush or it's real love?
#Person1#: Then what's the difference between having a crush and falling in love?
#Person2#: That's a big question. Well, if you are in love, maybe you'll take every opportunity to talk to her or telephone her for no reason at all.
#Person1#: That's what I did.
#Person2#: And you think about her all the time?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: And maybe you suddenly have new interests. I mean you suddenly begin to do things you used to avoid, ie. You used to sleep in every morning, but because she jogs every morning, then you begin to like jogging.
#Person1#: That's it. She likes dogs so much now, and I begin to love dogs.
#Person2#: Oh, congratulations! Sounds like you've found your soul mate.
#Person1#: Thanks. But I know falling in love is one thing, while staying in love is another.
#Person2#: Yeah, that's right. If you find this person is more and more important to you and you can totally trust her, then you can stay in love.
#Person1#: Yeah. Falling in love is so good!
#Person2#: While staying in love is even better.

Summary: #Person2# met a girl but can't tell if it's a crush or real love. #Person1# analyzes for #Person2# and thinks #Person2# has found the soul mate.


#Person1#: I need some flowers for my wife. It's her birthday.
#Person2#: Very well. We have some fresh red roses.
#Person1#: How much are the roses?
#Person2#: $ 20 per dozen.
#Person1#: That sounds like a good deal.
#Person2#: Yes, they're on sale today.
#Person1#: I'll take a dozen.
#Person2#: Splendid. Will there be anything else?
#Person1#: No, the roses will be fine.
#Person2#: I'm sure your wife will love them.

Summary: #Person1# gets some red roses for his wife's birthday with #Person2#'s assistance.


#Person1#: I am sorry, but I can't stay until the end of class.
#Person2#: Where do you need to be that is more important than school?
#Person1#: I have an appointment.
#Person2#: Do you have a plan to make up your missed work?
#Person1#: No, but I'll make sure someone helps me out this week with my missed work.
#Person2#: Are you going to go right away?
#Person1#: I am leaving right now.
#Person2#: All right, but please remember that it is your responsibility to catch up.
#Person1#: Thanks, Professor. I'll make sure everything gets taken care of.
#Person2#: Goodbye, and try not to miss any more school.

Summary: #Person1# requests to leave the class early for an appointment. #Person2# agrees and says it is #Person1#'s responsibility to catch up.


#Person1#: Would you like some tea or coffee, dear?
#Person2#: No, thanks. It's very late. They will keep me awake the whole night.
#Person1#: Then what about some water?
#Person2#: Yes, please.
#Person1#: Don't work too late since you are not in good health. You should be careful with your health.
#Person2#: I know, but I'll have to finish these reports tonight. Our manager will use them at the meeting tomorrow morning.
#Person1#: You should have got someone to help you.
#Person2#: Everyone is so busy in our company. They all have their own business to deal with.
#Person1#: Sure, that's true. Can I help you with something?
#Person2#: No, I'm afraid you can't. Just turn down the TV a little so that the songs won't interrupt me now and then.
#Person1#: Yes, I will. I do hope that you will finish the report soon and get some sleep.
#Person2#: Don't worry. It won't take me too long.

Summary: #Person1# prepares some water for #Person2# and asks #Person2# not to work too late. #Person2# has to finish the reports tonight and asks #Person1# to turn down the TV.


#Person1#: Is there anything that you are interested in?
#Person2#: Yes. Is this your new product this year?
#Person1#: Yes. It's a prototype of our new product. It has got more advantages than the second did.
#Person2#: When is the product going to be on the market?
#Person1#: It will be released next month.
#Person2#: So soon? It seems to be in the early stages.
#Person1#: We have developed new technology about it. And the new product will be a pleasure to be hold.
#Person2#: Well, it's sounding good! I'm looking forward to that.

Summary: #Person2#'s interested in a new product and #Person1# tells #Person2# the launch date.


#Person1#: I really appreciate your driving me around.
#Person2#: It's no problem. I have time today, and I think it's important that you find a good place.
#Person1#: It would be hard for just me to do it. I don't know the city at all.
#Person2#: So what do you see in there?
#Person1#: This one sounds good. Efficiency with view of the lake. Utilities and parking included. Newly remodeled kitchen. $ 470.
#Person2#: Can you afford that much?
#Person1#: No, I guess not. But that's what I want, isn't it? An efficiency.
#Person2#: Yes, an efficiency is a small apartment. Usually one large room and a small bathroom. There is often a small kitchen too. So it's good for one person.
#Person1#: How about this one? Downtown efficiency. Furnished. . . What does furnished mean?
#Person2#: That means the apartment has furniture in it.
#Person1#: That's good.
#Person2#: Sometimes it's good, sometimes it's bad. You have to like the furniture.
#Person1#: Furnished. Parking included. $ 400.
#Person2#: It's still pretty expensive.
#Person1#: Yes, but it's downtown. I would like to take look at this one.
#Person2#: Alright. What's the phone number?
#Person1#: 256-7797.
#Person2#: Got it. What else do you see?
#Person1#: This one. Two male grad students seeking roommate. Must be quiet. Comfortable downtown apartment. Does this mean I have to share a room with them?
#Person2#: No. It probably means they have a large apartment. Probably a living room, kitchen and three bedrooms. They need someone for the empty bedroom.
#Person1#: That sounds alright.
#Person2#: Yes, it might be an advantage for you. You are a foreigner, after all. If they're alright roommates, you could learn a lot from them.
#Person1#: Here's the number, 256-4367.
#Person2#: Got it. Let's call these two and see if we can make appointments to see the apartments.
#Person1#: Sounds good to me. I really appreciate your help on this.
#Person2#: Don't mention it, Larry. What are friends for anyway?

Summary: #Person2# drives Larry around the new city. Larry wants an efficiency for $ 470 but can't afford it. Larry and #Person2# talk about a furnished downtown efficiency for $ 400 and another ad that two male grad students seeking a roommate. #Person2# thinks Larry as a foreigner can learn from them. They will call to make appointments to see the apartments.


#Person1#: Can I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, I am checking out.
#Person1#: Can I have your key and room number, PLS?
#Person2#: Room 1419. Here is my key.
#Person1#: Here is your bill, sir. Could you PLS check it?
#Person2#: It's all right. Pls charge it to my credit card.
#Person1#: Here you are, sir. You are all set. I hope you enjoyed your stay and that next time you are in town, you will stay with us again.
#Person2#: I will. Where can I leave my luggage? I really want to leave after lunch.
#Person1#: The bell captain will put it in storage room. When you are ready to leave, you can claim your luggage from him.
#Person2#: Thanks very much and goodbye!

Summary: #Person1# helps #Person2# to check out. #Person2# wants to leave after lunch so #Person1# tells him to put the luggage in the storage room.


#Person1#: I think it is time to study. Our chemistry exam is coming.
#Person2#: Oh, I know. When is it?
#Person1#: December 1st.
#Person2#: What's on the test?
#Person1#: It seems to be from chapter six to chapter ten.
#Person2#: Well. I think I'm going to fail my chemistry exam.
#Person1#: Why are you so pessimistic?
#Person2#: I'm not being pessimistic. I'm being realistic. My chemistry is so bad.
#Person1#: I believe you can pass the exam with good preparation. Don't lose your heart.
#Person2#: Thank you. That's very nice of you.

Summary: #Person2#'s pessimistic about the upcoming chemistry exam. #Person1# encourages #Person2#.


#Person1#: Hi. Welcome to Heavenly Pies. May I take your order?
#Person2#: Uh ... yes. I'd like the chicken fried steak.
#Person1#: Okay. Would you like fries, bread, or rice with your meal?
#Person2#: Umm. I'll take the rice?
#Person1#: Would you care for anything to drink?
#Person2#: Yeah. I'll take a medium orange juice.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. We only have large or small.
#Person2#: Well, in that case, uh, I'll have a small one.
#Person1#: Okay. A small juice. And what kind of dressing would you like with your salad. It comes with the fried steak.
#Person2#: What dressings do you have?
#Person1#: We have French, Italian, blue cheese, and ranch.
#Person2#: Oh! Ranch, please.
#Person1#: Would you like anything else?
#Person2#: Well, I'd like to see your pie menu. That's the main reason why I like to dine here.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm so sorry, but we aren't serving pies today.
#Person2#: Huh? I thought this was Heavenly Pies Restaurant.
#Person1#: Well, it usually is, but, Dave, our baker, slipped in the kitchen on a banana two days ago, and hurt his leg. [Oh] He'll be out for at least two weeks. In the meantime, we're serving ice cream sundaes instead. Sorry.
#Person2#: Wow. I'm sorry to hear that. Well in that case, I'll have an ice cream sundae.
#Person3#: I'll be back with your order in a few minutes

Summary: At Heavenly Pies, #Person2# orders chicken fried steak with rice and ranch dressing salad, a small orange juice, and would like a pie. #Person1# regretfully tells #Person2# that pies aren't available today, so #Person2# orders an ice cream sundae instead.


#Person1#: I find it really hard to express myself in class. I have lots of ideas, but they never seem to come out of my mouth.
#Person2#: Let me give you a little advice. You know what the topics are, so prepare what you would like to say ahead of time.
#Person1#: I often do like that, but I'm worried about the responses from other people.
#Person2#: You have to be realistic. Not everyone is going to agree with you, but people will respect your opinion and they will respect the fact that you have contributed something to the discussion.
#Person1#: I'm worried that what I say will not make sense.
#Person2#: We could chat about the topic before class. I could check that what you want to say is logical and it would also give you a chance to practice speaking.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. What should I do if I have two minds about a topic?
#Person2#: That's easy. Express possibilities. People will think that you are pretty smart to look at the topic from more than one angle.
#Person1#: I didn't realize that speaking in class could be so easy.
#Person2#: The most difficult thing is to predict what other people will say. They will reply to your statements. but you can't be sure how.

Summary: #Person1# finds it hard to express in class and #Person2# gives #Person1# some advice on how to prepare the topics as chatting about the topic before the class and expressing different possibilities of the topic.


#Person1#: Oh, Dick. You are wearing a black jacket but yellow trousers. It's the strangest combination I've ever seen.
#Person2#: I know. I got up late and dressed in a hurry. I didn't realize my mistake until I entered the office.

Summary: #Person1# finds Dick's wearing is strange.


#Person1#: Are you still at that work?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm still working there. But I really find my job boring. I'd like to change my job.
#Person1#: What sort of job do you have in mind?
#Person2#: I think I'm quite fit for a driver.
#Person1#: But it's very tired.
#Person2#: I don't care.
#Person1#: What's your parents'opinion?
#Person2#: I haven't told them. Maybe I'll make them know after the vacation.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# wants to change the job into a driver.


#Person1#: Hello, IBA Bank, how can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello, I'd like to talk to someone about making a withdrawal.
#Person1#: You can withdraw money from your account either over the counter or via the ATM.
#Person2#: Yes, but the problem is that I have a Savings Account with you, and I need to take some money from that. Do I really have to give 90 days notice if I want my money?
#Person1#: Actually, you only need to give 7 days notice if you wish to withdraw funds. Of course, you will lose some interest due to the withdrawal.
#Person2#: That's not a problem. I'll pop in later today to make a formal request. Thanks!

Summary: #Person2# asks if a 90-day notice is needed to withdraw money. #Person1# says only a 7-day notice is needed.


#Person1#: Don't you have any good news?
#Person2#: No. Yesterday I had to stay after school, because I was talking during my biology class.
#Person1#: You'd better keep quiet in class.
#Person2#: Sometimes I do. The day before yesterday, I was very quiet during my history class and I still had to stay after class.
#Person1#: I don't understand.
#Person2#: Because I fell asleep during the class, but it wasn't my fault. The lesson was very dull.
#Person1#: I advise you to take school more seriously. If you don't pass your exam, you'll have to drop out and work as a result.
#Person2#: I don't think that it makes much difference. If I have a job, I have to do dull work every day, but if I'm in school, I must listen to dull teachers every day.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# had to stay after class twice because #Person2# talked and fell asleep in class. #Person1# reminds #Person2# to take school more seriously.


#Person1#: Don't talk too much, Tom. We are on duty today, we should hurry up.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: Tom, your task is to clean the blackboard.
#Person2#: How about yourself?
#Person1#: I'm going to sweep the floor first.
#Person2#: Daniel, I am not tall enough to reach the of the blackboard.
#Person1#: Stand on the chair, Pig Tom. Use your brain.
#Person2#: OK, I've finished cleaning the blackboard.
#Person1#: How about the podium?
#Person2#: Oh, I forgot about it. I'll get it.
#Person1#: Be quick, please. Our teacher and classmates will come soon.
#Person2#: I will be done before they come.

Summary: Tom and Daniel are on duty and they have to finish their work before their teacher and classmates come.


#Person1#: Well, hello, Mr. Atkins. I haven't seen you for weeks, where have you been all this time?
#Person2#: Oh, I've just been to Japan on business.
#Person1#: You sure get around. How many countries have you been to?
#Person2#: Pretty close to 60 countries now. I guess I'm a real world traveler.
#Person1#: Well, if you aren't, I don't know who is.
#Person2#: Maybe someday, I'll settle down here. I just can't seem to stay in one place for very long.
#Person1#: How many years have you been traveling?
#Person2#: I've been with the company for 25 years and traveling all the time.

Summary: Mr Atkins tells #Person1# he's been to Japan. Atkins has been to 60 countries and traveling for 25 years.


#Person1#: Excuse me. Have you been waiting long?
#Person2#: Um...About ten minutes.
#Person1#: Did you notice whether the No. 7 bus has gone by?
#Person2#: Not while I was standing here. I'm waiting for the No. 7 myself.
#Person1#: Good. Hot today, isn't it?
#Person2#: Oh, yes, it is. I wish that it would rain and cool off.
#Person1#: Me too. This is unusual for March. I don't remember it's ever been so hot and dry in March before.
#Person2#: You were born in Florida then.
#Person1#: No. I was born in New York. But I've lived here for ten years now.
#Person2#: My mother and I have just moved here from Indiana.
#Person1#: Pretty cold in Indiana, isn't it?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. That's why we moved. But we didn't know that it would be so hot here. We should have gone to California. Do you think we've missed the bus? I've been here for 20 minutes already.
#Person1#: Don't worry. It never comes exactly on the half hour like it should.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are waiting for the No.7 bus. They talks about the hot weather in March, and the weather in their born places.


#Person1#: Mary and I decided to ring the curtain down on our love affair.
#Person2#: What? You have been in love for six years, haven't you?
#Person1#: Don't make a fuss. Many people divorce after having living together for many years.
#Person2#: What a pity.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# Mary and #Person1# decided to break up.


#Person1#: Are you looking at some funny pictures? You have been laughing all this time.
#Person2#: I was watching a video on YouTube. It was really funny.
#Person1#: What's it about?
#Person2#: It was a news reporter, reporting a story about an old man who lives under a big tree.
#Person1#: How could that be funny?
#Person2#: Well, as he was reporting the story, hundreds of bees attacked him. The reporter had to dive into his SUV and drive away. But he was unlucky.
#Person1#: Did he have an accident?
#Person2#: No. some bees followed him into his car.
#Person1#: I hope he got to the doctor's quickly. Jack, how about a walk in the park? It is a beautiful day today.
#Person2#: But I don't feel like walking outside now. There are so many funny videos on this website. I just can't stop watching them.
#Person1#: Come on, Jack. You can't sit in front of the laptop all day. It is not good for your eyes.
#Person2#: You are right. I will go to the park with you.

Summary: Jack tells #Person1# he is watching a funny video on YouTube but #Person1# thinks it's not healthy watching videos all day. Therefore #Person1# suggests having a walk in the park and Jack was convinced.


#Person1#: I'm the coolest high-tech stud around. . .
#Person2#: Why? Do you have a robot girlfriend?
#Person1#: Not yet. . . I got an MP3 player and a set of stereo headphones.
#Person2#: So you can download MP3 music from the Net and record it onto the MP3 chip?
#Person1#: Yep! And take it with me anywhere! And the music is free!
#Person2#: Let me see it! It's so small!

Summary: #Person1# thinks #Person1# is the coolest high-tech stud around because #Person1# got an MP3 player and a set of stereo headphones. #Person2# wants to have a look.


#Person1#: The weather is terrible.
#Person2#: Yeah. It's been raining a lot these days.
#Person1#: I have been watching a lot of videos at home because of the constant rain.
#Person2#: Have you heard when it's supposed to get better?
#Person1#: I saw the weather report, and it's going to rain for the next eight days.
#Person2#: That sucks so much. What are we going to do?
#Person1#: I'm getting pretty bored. We should do something despite the rain.
#Person2#: I'm with you. What do you have in mind?
#Person1#: I haven't been to the Mall in a long time. Let's go there.
#Person2#: That sounds good. They have a movie theatre there, so if we get bored, we can watch a movie.
#Person1#: Great. I'll stop by your place now.
#Person2#: Ok. Don't forget to bring your umbrella. The rain can start up again anytime.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are bored by the continuous rain. They decide to go to the mall and watch a movie. #Person2# reminds #Person1# to bring the umbrella.


#Person1#: That sounds pretty good. But isn't downloading music illegal?
#Person2#: Not if you pay for it. For example, if you download from iTunes and pay with your credit card, it's legal.
#Person1#: OK, I'm going to get iTunes and download some Vanilla Ice songs.
#Person2#: Awesome. You'll see that they are really catchy.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# it's legal to download music after paying for it. #Person1# will download some songs.


#Person1#: What is your great struck?
#Person2#: I think I'm very good at planning. I manage my time perfectly, so that I can always get things done on time.
#Person1#: Why do you think you be a good fit or this job?
#Person2#: Because I'm very competent in this area.
#Person1#: Can you working under pressure?
#Person2#: Yes, I work well under pressure and find it dimly. However, I believe planning and probable management of my time can reduce tight deadlines.
#Person1#: Are you more a follower or a leader?
#Person2#: I don't try to go ahead of people and lead them, I'd rather cooperate with everybody else and get the job done by working together.

Summary: #Person1# is interviewing #Person2#. #Person2# is good at planning, works well under pressure, and is a cooperator.


#Person1#: could we possibly discuss my salary some time?
#Person2#: sure.
#Person1#: first of all, I want you to know that I really like working for this company. Do you think I'm doing a good job here?
#Person2#: well, you are a very hard-worker.
#Person1#: I try very hard. The problem is, my salary just isn't enough to live on. Now that I have a wife and a child to support, we hardly have enough money for food and rent.
#Person2#: there are trying times for everyone. What do you propose?
#Person1#: I could really use a 5% rise.
#Person2#: that's quite a bit. If I give you a raise, I'm going to have to give everyone a raise.
#Person1#: listen, if you give me a raise, I'll take on extra responsibilities.
#Person2#: that sounds reasonable. How about this, from now on, you can be responsible for scheduling. That means that if you can't find someone to cover a shift, then you'll have to do it.
#Person1#: that's fine. Do I get over-time for any extra hours that I work?
#Person2#: of course. It's be against the law if we didn't.
#Person1#: that sounds good to me. I really appreciate it.
#Person2#: you are welcome. Come in early tomorrow and I'll show you how to do the scheduling.

Summary: #Person1# asks for a pay rise. #Person2# agrees to give #Person1# a 5% rise and #Person1# needs to be responsible for scheduling. It means that if no one covers a shift, #Person1# has to do it. #Person1# will be paid for over-time.


#Person1#: Could I have a word with you, sir?
#Person2#: Just speaking.
#Person1#: I have to tell you that I can't be in today and tomorrow.
#Person2#: So sorry to hear that. What's wrong with you?
#Person1#: I feel sick and coughed a lot at night.
#Person2#: Is that serious? You ought to see a doctor.
#Person1#: Yes, I did this in the morning. And my doctor wanted me to have a rest these 2 days.
#Person2#: That's good. Do you suppose you will be back to the company the day after tomorrow?
#Person1#: I hope so. And I will definitely tell you if I cannot.
#Person2#: Well, take care of yourself and I hope you will be better as soon as possible.

Summary: #Person1# explains to #Person2# why he cannot come to work today. #Person1# is ill, and #Person2# hopes he will get better soon.


#Person1#: Hi, Monica, how is everything going?
#Person2#: Everything goes well, but I am thinking about quitting my current job.
#Person1#: Why? You're not satisfied with your job anymore?
#Person2#: I just sense. But I cannot grow anymore. My boss is not really supporting me. I am interested in some positions in other JV companies, but I need to do some more in-depth research before I send my application letters out.
#Person1#: That is important. Doing research on a company you are interested in will definitely help your application.
#Person2#: Certainly, it is very nice talking with you. But I really have to go now. Catch you later.
#Person1#: Ok, good luck to you.

Summary: Monica tells #Person1# she is planning to quit her job and gives some reasons.


#Person1#: But still, I didn't want this wallpaper. And every time I try to open a program, all I see is a cross-dressing Bush.
#Person2#: I heard about that horrible virus! It automatically e-mails itself as an attachment to everyone in your address book.
#Person1#: Well, it's already got on my computer. How do I get rid of it?
#Person3#: Vote it out in the next election.
#Person1#: Hey, knock it off-this is serious!
#Person3#: Have the IT department run a virus disinfection program. Hopefully, the problem will be gone by 2005.

Summary: #Person1#'s computer has got a horrible virus and #Person2# suggests having the IT department run a virus disinfection program.


#Person1#: I've got tickets for the film of Romeo and Juliet tonight. Do you want to come?
#Person2#: Oh, er, well actually...
#Person1#: You don't have to come if you don't want to. You can stay in and write your essay on insects if you prefer!
#Person2#: No, it isn't that, but you see I've to help organize Jill's party tonight so I'm afraid I can't come to the show. Tell you what I thought? Why don't you come to the party instead?
#Person1#: Can I? Do you think Jill would mind if I did?
#Person2#: No. I'm sure she wouldn't. You have to bring a bottle of course, but it doesn't have to be expensive.
#Person1#: I hope not! I'm completely broke! The first thing I'll have to do is get rid of these tickets in order to pay for some wine. Who do you think...oh, look, there's Professor Shrimp. He likes Shakespeare's plays. See if he would like tickets.

Summary: #Person1# invites #Person2# to the film. #Person2# refuses because #Person2# will organize Jill's party and #Person2# invites #Person1# to the party. #Person1# will sell these tickets to pay for some wine.


#Person1#: Take a seat inside and see what you think. So you will take the Porsche then, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, and I want to buy the insurance too. I think it's necessary.
#Person1#: You're smart to buy it. At 45 dollars for three days, it is a good deal.
#Person2#: Can I return the car in San Francisco?
#Person1#: San Francisco? No, sir. We only have this office here. You will have to return it here.
#Person2#: Really? I heard in America you can return rental cars in different cities.
#Person1#: No, sir. That's only with the very big companies. I'm sorry, but this car must be returned to this lot.
#Person2#: Well, I guess I will have to drive back down then. Hmm. I didn't think of that.
#Person1#: Do you still want the car, sir?
#Person2#: Yes. It will be fun. Driving back down the coast. My girlfriend will like it.
#Person1#: It's a beautiful drive.
#Person2#: Where are the keys?
#Person1#: Just a moment, sir. We have to finish filling out the forms.

Summary: #Person2# wants to rent a Porsche with the insurance. #Person2# requests to return the car in San Francisco but gets refused. #Person2# still rents the car with #Person1#'s assistance


#Person1#: Have you ever thought about Tom's attitude?
#Person2#: I've cut it upand come to the conclusion that hi is actually sick of Jenny's brother. But he likes Jenny. She is a big apple in his eye.
#Person1#: Love me, love my dog. He's a sensible kind man.
#Person2#: That's why many people look up to him.

Summary: #Person1# thinks Tom is a sensitive kind man regarding Tom's attitude. #Person2# agrees.


#Person1#: Pasadena Traffic School. How can I help you?
#Person2#: I would like to sign up for some classes.
#Person1#: What classes did you want to sign up for?
#Person2#: I need to take a driver's course.
#Person1#: You'll have to make an appointment.
#Person2#: What do I need to make an appointment for?
#Person1#: You need an appointment so you can sign the papers.
#Person2#: All right, can I make an appointment right now?
#Person1#: When are you available?
#Person2#: Can I make it for tomorrow at 9
#Person1#: I can schedule you for that day and time.
#Person2#: Thanks a lot. I'll be there tomorrow.

Summary: #Person2# wants to sign up for a driver's course. #Person1# helps #Person2# make an appointment to sign the papers.


#Person1#: Don't be too sad. If you really think that you have no feeling with him, then, in my opinion, getting divorced maybe is the best way to solve the problem.
#Person2#: I know clearly at the bottom of my heart. I just can't set my mind at rest because of the child. She's little. She cannot understand us and accept such truth.
#Person1#: Yeah, child is the matter. Don't tell Jenny the truth, only tell her the white lie. When she grows up, you find the suitable opportunity to tell her.
#Person2#: I see. OK.

Summary: #Person1# suggests #Person2# get divorced if #Person2# has no feeling with a man and tell their daughter the white lie.


#Person1#: Hey, man. What's up?
#Person2#: Ah, first of all, I put a buck in the vending machine for a seventy-five cent candy bar, and the thing got stuck here in the machine. Then, I pressed the change button [Ah, man], and nothing happened. [Wow!] Nothing came out. The dumb thing still owes me a quarter.
#Person1#: Well, did you talk to the man at the snack bar to see if he could refund your money?
#Person2#: Yeah, I tried that, but he said he didn't own the machine, and I'd have to call the phone number on the machine.
#Person1#: What a bummer.
#Person2#: Hey, I have an idea. [What?] Why don't we rock the machine back and forth until the candy bar falls?
#Person1#: Nothing doing. I don't want to be responsible for breaking the thing, and besides, someone might call the cops.
#Person2#: Ah, don't worry. I've done it before. Oh well. Hey, hey, tough luck. Hey, here, take my candy bar. [You mean?] Yeah, the machine and I hit it off earlier today.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# he put a buck in the vending machine but the thing got stuck. After hitting the machine, #Person2# gets the candy bar.


#Person1#: It's ten o'clock. I'm going to have to be leaving.
#Person2#: Leaving? Already?
#Person1#: Yes. I've got to get up early tomorrow morning.
#Person2#: OK. Stop over again sometime.
#Person1#: Sure. Thank you very much for your dinner. See you then.
#Person2#: See you then.

Summary: #Person1# has to get up early so #Person1# says goodbye to #Person2#.


#Person1#: Hilda, I know you're busy and I really hate to bother you, but...
#Person2#: What is it, Bill?
#Person1#: Well, I was hoping you could give me a ride to the airport.
#Person2#: Can't you take the subway?
#Person1#: My flight is early in the morning on Sunday. I don't think the subway is open then.
#Person2#: Well, I've got tons of homework to do before next Monday. You know, we have exams on Wednesday afternoon. What about calling a taxi? It shouldn't be too expensive on a day with so little traffic.
#Person1#: You're right, but it's not money I'm worried about. It's the time of day.
#Person2#: You think there won't be any taxis on the road in the morning?
#Person1#: Exactly. I won't be able to get a ride and I'll miss my flight. I could explain how you're helping me, so our teacher might excuse you.
#Person2#: That would be great, but I doubt if I can get out of a final exam. My neighbor sometimes drives people to the downtown area. He charges them $6 and they save money on a $10 parking fee.
#Person1#: Do you think he take me?
#Person2#: I'll be happy to give you his number.

Summary: Bill requests Hilda to drive him to the airport in the early morning on Sunday because he's afraid there won't be a subway or taxi available. Hilda's busy with her schoolwork, so she recommends her neighbor.


#Person1#: I need to order new business cards.
#Person2#: Do you have any idea how many you'd like?
#Person1#: I think 2, 000 would be enough.
#Person2#: Would you fill out this form, please?
#Person1#: I don't want to make any changes to my old card.
#Person2#: If you detect any difference, I'll take you out to dinner.
#Person1#: . . . Okay, that's it. Here's the form, and here's my old card to use as a model.
#Person2#: Thank you. Your order will be ready seven days from now.
#Person1#: I need it sooner. Let me have it in three days, okay?
#Person2#: We can certainly give you faster turn around, but it will cost you extra.

Summary: #Person1# orders 2000 new business cards from #Person2# as the old ones.


#Person1#: Congratulations on winning the speech contest, Peter!
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Could you tell me some important factors in delivering a successful speech?
#Person2#: Well, basically 4 points. Pronunciation, intonation, a well written essay and proper body language.
#Person1#: But how do you use body language properly?
#Person2#: The key point is that body language should be a natural aid to the ideas you express. Don't use body language simply because you think you should do so.
#Person1#: I see. By the way, how do you benefit from such an experience?
#Person2#: A lot! this public performance tests my English, strengthens my confidence and may bring me more opportunities.
#Person1#: I quite agree with you.

Summary: Peter, who won the speech contest, tells #Person1# four important factors in delivering a successful speech and what he benefits from this experience.


#Person1#: Some people are always closing their handsets, so it's difficult to inform them.
#Person2#: Why not send them short messages?
#Person1#: Can short messages reach them?
#Person2#: Short messages will be kept in the short messages center. Once they open the handsets they will receive them, which is better than you can't find them.
#Person1#: Why haven't I thought of this skill?
#Person2#: I use short messages quite a lot. If it's not too complicated I will send a short message, which can save much phone charge.
#Person1#: I am informed that many people used short messages to pay a New Year call, and only on the Spring Festival it amounted to 1 billion this year, didn't it?
#Person2#: I almost can't live without messages, from which I learn about weather forecasts and stock quotations.

Summary: #Person1# thinks it's difficult to reach people who close handsets. #Person2# suggests sending short messages. When people open the handsets, they'll receive them.


#Person1#: Which social problem do you think the government needs to concentrate on most?
#Person2#: I think housing is a big problem. There are thousands of homeless people on the streets.
#Person1#: How would you solve the problem?
#Person2#: I have a good idea to solve it. The government could provide some money for homeless people to build their own homes.
#Person1#: It would probably be very expensive.
#Person2#: I think the government can afford it. Besides, there are many advantages. Homeless people would find it easier to get jobs if they had an address. They would learn some useful skill for finding jobs in the construction industry or home improvement.
#Person1#: It's not a bad idea. I think education is the biggest problem at the moment. Schools don't seem to have enough money to educate kids properly.
#Person2#: If we are to invest more money to education, we will need to raise taxes. That wouldn't be popular with voters.
#Person1#: Most voters what everything bout ways. They want the government to pay for lots of things, but without increasing taxes.
#Person2#: The government should show that it is using money efficiently. Sometimes you hear about how the government has wasted money on a project.
#Person1#: Yes. The government has limited funds and must show that it is using the money responsibly.

Summary: #Person2# thinks housing is a big problem while #Person1# thinks education is the biggest problem. Solving both problems needs more taxes. #Person1# and #Person2# think the government should show that it is using money efficiently.


#Person1#: Would you like to drink some coffee?
#Person2#: No, thanks. I have some trouble with my heart, my doctor recommend I to drink less.
#Person1#: Would you like to try some watermelon juice? It tastes good.
#Person2#: All right

Summary: #Person2#'s doctor told #Person2# to drink less coffee, so #Person1# recommends watermelon juice.


#Person1#: In my country, we go to school from 8 o'clock in the morning until five in the afternoon.
#Person2#: Five days a week, too?
#Person1#: Actually, five and a half. On Saturday, we have classes only in the morning.
#Person2#: Gosh!
#Person1#: That's too much for us really.
#Person2#: Where are you going now?
#Person1#: I'm going to try to find out where the school is located.
#Person2#: When do you start school?
#Person1#: I'm going to register right now.
#Person2#: That's good.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# the school hours in #Person1#'s country. #Person2# is surprised. #Person1# is going to register now.


#Person1#: Hello, glad to see you here!
#Person2#: Me, too. How are you going these days?
#Person1#: I'm OK. What are you doing in the library?
#Person2#: Oh, recently I'm curious about British English and American English. So I just come here to get some information. They are really about the same, aren't they?
#Person1#: I don't think so. It seems to me that some of the spellings are different.
#Person2#: Such as?
#Person1#: Words like theater and center end in 're' in England instead of 'er' like we spell them.
#Person2#: Can you think of any more examples?
#Person1#: The word 'color' is another case in point. In fact, many words which end in 'or' in American English are spelled 'our' in British English.
#Person2#: I'm still not convinced. I mean, if someone comes here from England, we can all understand what he's saying. The spelling doesn't really matter that much.
#Person1#: We're not just talking about spelling. There are differences in pronunciation and meaning too. I remember seeing an English movie where the actors kept calling their apartment a flat. Half of the movie was over before I realized what they were talking about.
#Person2#: So there are slight differences in spelling and some vocabulary.
#Person1#: And in pronunciation, too. You aren't going to tell me that you sound like James Simpson.
#Person2#: James Simpson isn't English. He's Scottish.
#Person1#: Okay. Anyway, the pronunciation is different.
#Person2#: So British English and American English are different in many ways, right?
#Person1#: Yes, sure.
#Person2#: But it's not so different that it prevents us from understanding each other.
#Person1#: That's exactly what I mean.
#Person2#: Questions 9 to 12 are based on the conversation you have just heard.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# meet in the library. They talk about words' differences in British English and American English. #Person1# thinks British English and American English are different in terms of spelling, pronunciation, and meaning of words while #Person2# questions. They agree that there are differences but do not affect communication.


#Person1#: I need to exercise more, but I'm bored with my normal workout. What do you think I could try next?
#Person2#: I'd say a good choice would be to add swimming to your routine.
#Person1#: What about running?
#Person2#: At this point, I don't think you're ready for that, your knees are still a little weak. You need an activity little make them stronger without injuring them, and swimming is perfect for that.
#Person1#: OK I'll take your advice. There's a pool at this gym isn't there?

Summary: #Person1#'s bored with #Person1#'s normal workout. #Person2# recommends swimming, and #Person1#'ll take the advice.


#Person1#: I'm very grateful for what you have done to my son, doctor.
#Person2#: That's all tight, Mr. Smith. That's my job. I'm very glad he recovered so soon.
#Person1#: I know he has brought great trouble to you. A million thanks.
#Person2#: No trouble at all. He's very cute and brave. By the way, do remember to keep him away from sea food for at least two weeks.
#Person1#: I will. It's most thoughtful of you.

Summary: Mr. Smith thanks to a doctor for treating his son. The doctor reminds him to keep his son away from seafood.


#Person1#: Welcome. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello, I would like a room please.
#Person1#: All right. We have quite a selection for you to choose from. There are double rooms with twin beds, suites, if you'd like, we have presidential suite on the top floor.
#Person2#: A double room sounds great.
#Person1#: All right sir. How many nights will you be staying?
#Person2#: A few nights, I'm not quite sure of my schedule yet.
#Person1#: OK. I'll just need to see a credit card and passport.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: What is the rate for a double room for one night?
#Person2#: Since it is low season, we are running a special rate right now of 150 yuan per night.
#Person1#: What about the features in the room?
#Person2#: Our rooms include television set, air-conditioning and a bathroom.
#Person1#: Does the TV have cable?
#Person2#: Yes, sir.

Summary: #Person2# orders a double room for a few nights under #Person1#'s recommendation.


#Person1#: What's the matter, Paul? You look terrible.
#Person2#: I've just taken my chemistry exam and I'm pretty sure I failed it. I don't know where the professor got some of those questions. I don't see how in the world I could pass.
#Person1#: Come on now. You've been doing very well all year long. It's not very likely you'd suddenly forget everything. Oh, by the way, have the physics grades been posted yet?
#Person2#: I didn't go and look. I was so busy worrying about chemistry. Do you think there's any possibility of me passing for the year if I fail the final?
#Person1#: Sure there is. It's the average that is important. Come on. Just relax. How about having a cup of coffee?

Summary: Paul worries about the result of his chemistry and #Person2# cheers him up.


#Person1#: There are something wrong with my computer.
#Person2#: Really, what's wrong with it ?
#Person1#: The computer doesn't work when I push the power botton.
#Person2#: Oh, do you use your computer often ?
#Person1#: Yes , I don't know why it doesn't work this time.
#Person2#: Don't worry. Have you got receipt with you ?
#Person1#: Yeah!
#Person2#: We'll go to your house and repair it on Tuesday. Ok?
#Person1#: OK, I'll expected you around 2 o'clock ?
#Person2#: See you then.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# to repair #Person1#'s computer. #Person2# will do it on Tuesday.


#Person1#: Hello?
#Person2#: Hello, Mary?
#Person1#: Hello, George.
#Person2#: What are you doing on Tuesday night? There's a great show at the Varsity Theater.
#Person1#: Tuesday night? Oh, sorry, I'm planning to finish my term paper. It has to be in on Wednesday morning.
#Person2#: Oh, well, never mind. Look, Wednesday, why don't we go out for dinner. We could go to that little restaurant you like so much.
#Person1#: That sounds like a great idea, but I think I might have to help my roommate clean the apartment. You see, we are having some people over on Thursday night, so we want the place to look really nice.
#Person2#: Well, that means you're going to be busy Wednesday night too?
#Person1#: I'm afraid so.
#Person2#: Well, how about Friday night? There's going to be a basketball championship at school. How about we go and root for the old Blues?
#Person1#: Yes, I was planning to see that, but you know what's come up -- it's Daddy's birthday, so we are taking him out for dinner.
#Person2#: Well, what about Saturday night?

Summary: George wants to invite Mary out, but Mary will be busy on the nights of Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. Then George asks about Saturday night.


#Person1#: Where can I park my car?
#Person2#: You need to get a car tag first. There's a one hundred Yuan deposit for the car tag.
#Person1#: Okay. Here you are.
#Person2#: Thank you. We'll bring the receipt up to your room when we get it.

Summary: #Person1# parks the car with #Person2#'s assistance.


#Person1#: Amelia, I'll quit my job.
#Person2#: Really, why?
#Person1#: This company is small and many workers have been dismissed last month. And I can't continue working for a company that may let me go.
#Person2#: But surely they wouldn't fire you. You are one of the most experienced managers here.
#Person1#: Well, to be honest. I've gotten a better offer.
#Person2#: That's great news. Congratulations. Where will you be located?
#Person1#: The head office is in New York, but I'll be dealing with overseas companies. I look forward to that and at the same time, having a chance to use English more.
#Person2#: I'm sorry to bring this up now, but would it be possible for you to write me a letter of recommendation before you go.
#Person1#: Of course I can. If there are any other job opportunities at my new company, I'll recommend you personally.
#Person2#: Thanks, I appreciate that.

Summary: #Person1# tells Amelia that #Person1# will quit #Person1#'s job because #Person1# has gotten a better offer. After hearing that, Amelia asks #Person1# to write a recommendation letter for her before #Person1# goes.


#Person1#: Hello! We'Ve been waiting for our lunch order for over an hour. Did you forget our order?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, sir. Could you tell me your name and order again, please? I'll check on the delay.
#Person1#: The name's Stanley Morris and the order was for two chef's salads.
#Person2#: Thank you, Mr. Morris. Please wait one moment and let me check on the order. Would you like anything to drink, sir? On the house.

Summary: Stanley's lunch order delayed for over an hour. #Person2# apologizes and checks on the order.


#Person1#: Hello Brian speaking
#Person2#: Hi Brian, it's Mary here. Hope I haven't troubled you at such a time.
#Person1#: No no. I was just watching TV.
#Person2#: Oh good. Did you have a good weekend?
#Person1#: Yeah, it was good. I went to the cinema with some friends yesterday. What about you?
#Person2#: Not too bad. Hey actually I'm calling because it's my birthday this Saturday. I was wondering if you would come.
#Person1#: That sounds good. What time?
#Person2#: Is 7:00 o'clock OK? David won't finish work until 6:30.
#Person1#: Oh sorry I'm afraid I can't make it. Is 7:30 alright?
#Person2#: Sure. 7:30 then.
#Person1#: Do you want me to bring something like a cake or some drinks?
#Person2#: Oh no. I'll get the food and everything. Just come and help me celebrate.
#Person1#: Well, in that case, I'll invite you to a piano concert next Friday.
#Person2#: That would be great, thanks.
#Person1#: OK. I'll book the tickets now.

Summary: Mary and Brian both had a good weekend. Mary calls Brian to invites him to celebrate her birthday. Brian will invite her to a piano concert next Friday.


#Person1#: When do you take your winter holiday?
#Person2#: I usually take it during the second or third week of January.
#Person1#: Do you like to ski?
#Person2#: Yes, I love to go skiing.
#Person1#: Where do you go?
#Person2#: I go to a hotel in the mountains.
#Person1#: Is it far from here?
#Person2#: It's about a hundred miles away.
#Person1#: Does it get cold?
#Person2#: Oh, yes! It gets very cold. It snows a lot.
#Person1#: Do you go alone?
#Person2#: A couple of my friends usually go with me. Do you want to come along some weekend?
#Person1#: No, not me. I don't like cold weather.
#Person2#: I really like it. I love snow!

Summary: #Person2# loves skiing in the mountains with friends during the winter holiday. #Person2# invites #Person1# to come along this weekend but #Person1# doesn't like cold weather.


#Person1#: Morning, Charles.
#Person2#: Morning, Diana. How was your Christmas?
#Person1#: Great!
#Person2#: Where did you go?
#Person1#: I went to London and stayed with my uncle for 2 weeks.
#Person2#: How lucky! How did you get there?
#Person1#: By air, of course. What about you?
#Person2#: I went to visit my grandparents at a village in France. I often go there, if I have free time.
#Person1#: Great. I've never been to the countryside. What did you do there?
#Person2#: Many things, I fed chickens, water plants, and rode horses.
#Person1#: That sounds fantastic. Did you go there with your parents?
#Person2#: No, I went with my brother, Mark. Oh, hurry up, it's time for class.
#Person1#: Alright.

Summary: Charles and Diana talk about their Christmas holiday. Diana went to London, while Charles visited his grandparents in France.


#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# complains about working overtime. #Person2# suggests #Person1# ask for some time off.


#Person1#: Honey, what do you think love is?
#Person2#: Love has many meanings; it means different things to different people.
#Person1#: What's the best way to express love? I mean, really deep love? #Person2#: Um, you can call it true love, or say you are crazy about the one you love.
#Person1#: No, I mean real love. Love more beautiful than a spring morning. Love better than a cool drink on a hot day. Real love.
#Person2#: Then you say you are head over heels in love.
#Person1#: Honey, I. . .
#Person2#: Yes? Yes?
#Person1#: I'm head over heels in love with my car.
#Person2#: Ah!

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# what the best way to express love is and expresses #Person1#'s love to #Person1#'s car in that way.


#Person1#: Hey Lucy, I have a question I'd like to ask you.
#Person2#: Yes, go ahead.
#Person1#: Well, don't laugh. But I met this really nice woman through an online music group. I need some advice. You see, Claudia.
#Person2#: Ok, so it's Claudia.
#Person1#: Yeah yeah, she invited me to spend 2 weeks in Germany. She is planning on introducing me to her parents. What should you do when you greet someone for the first time in Germany?
#Person2#: Well, it depends upon your relationship with the person. Now Speaking of your girlfriend Claudia.
#Person1#: Hey, I didn't say she was my girlfriend.
#Person2#: Oh, ok ok, now, if you're meeting someone for the first time, like Claudia's parents, you should make sure you arrive on time.
#Person1#: Ok, so arrive on time. Uh, what about common greetings?
#Person2#: Well, Germans often shake hands and they use the person's family name unless they're really close friends.
#Person1#: Ok. What about with Claudia?
#Person2#: Uh, you can call her Claudia, shake hands and why don't you take her some flowers?

Summary: Claudia's planning on introducing #Person1# to her parents. #Person1# asks Lucy for advice on how to greet someone for the first time in Germany. Lucy tells #Person2# to arrive on time and the common greetings.


#Person1#: I can't believe it!
#Person2#: What's wrong? That was a great goal.
#Person1#: Yes, but I bet $ 200 dollars on the Cougars!
#Person2#: Looks like you're going to lose out on this game then.
#Person1#: I can't believe it! I thought the Cougars were going to win for sure.
#Person2#: What were the odds?
#Person1#: 20 to 1, in favour of the Cougars!
#Person2#: Too bad.

Summary: The Cougars lost the game but #Person1# bet $200 on it at long odds. #Person2# thinks it's too bad.


#Person1#: Good morning, sir. This way, please.
#Person2#: Thank you. It's nice here.
#Person1#: I'm so glad you like it. What would you like? We serve tea, milk and coffee, cakes and cold drinks. Please look at the menu for morning drinks.
#Person2#: I'll try a cup of tea without sugar. How about you, Emma?
#Person3#: I'd like to have coffee with lemon and custard pudding.
#Person1#: Anything else? We've the sirloin steak today, I suggest that you try them.
#Person2#: All right, Let's try them.

Summary: #Person1# helps #Person2# and Emma order a drink and cake. #Person1# also recommends the sirloin steak to them.


#Person1#: Good morning. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Good morning. I would like to make a reservation to Hong Kong for August 2.
#Person1#: Just a moment, please. I am sorry, sir. There is no ticket available on that day. But we have flights for Hong Kong the next day.
#Person2#: May I inquire about the departure time?
#Person1#: A 9:12 flight in the morning and a 14:00 flight in the afternoon.
#Person2#: When will the plane reach Hong Kong for the morning flight?
#Person1#: At 10:20
#Person2#: OK. I would like to book a ticket for that one.
#Person1#: All right, sir. Please reconfirm your ticket no later than 12 noon two days before the flight ; otherwise, your reservation will automatically be canceled.
#Person2#: Yes, I know. What's the fare?
#Person1#: It's 500 dollars, not including ground transportation fares between the airport and downtown.
#Person2#: I see. Will it be doubled for the round trip?
#Person1#: Right, sir. And please do not forget to bring a valid travel document with you when you buy the tickets.
#Person2#: I won't.

Summary: #Person2# wants to make a reservation to Hong Kong for August 2 but there's no ticket available. #Person1# helps #Person2# book a ticket for the next morning and reminds #Person2# to reconfirm the ticket.


#Person1#: Hello, Oriental Hotel.
#Person2#: I'd like to speak to marked Baker, please.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, Mr. Baker's not in. May I take your message?
#Person2#: Yes, tell him Mr. Cook called and ask him to return my called as soon as he back.
#Person1#: Alright. Mr. Cook, I have Mr. baker called you back as soon as he gets here.

Summary: Mr. Cook tells #Person1# to leave a message to let Mr. Baker call back.


#Person1#: What's wrong with you? You look pale.
#Person2#: I'm not sure, I feel hot and cold.
#Person1#: When did the trouble start?
#Person2#: I was sick most of the night.
#Person1#: It sounds like you are coming down with the flu. Let me take your temperature.
#Person2#: Have I got a high fever?
#Person1#: Yes, thirty-eight point seven. Do you have a headache, chest or throat pain?
#Person2#: Yes, I have.
#Person1#: Now, let me have a look at you. I'd like to listen to your chest. Now breathe in, a deep breath, that's it Cough, now again. I want to examine your throat, too. Open wide, say ' Ah - - '
#Person2#: Aaaaahh, aaaaahh.
#Person1#: Yes, it does look a bit sore. Let's take an X-ray of your chest and give you a few tests.
#Person2#: All right, thanks.
#Person1#: The tests showed nothing wrong. A slight viral infection.
#Person2#: What shall I do today?
#Person1#: I'm giving you some antibiotics and aspirins. Take an aspirin when you've got a fever, and take one antibiotic capsule every four hours, and go home and rest in bed for two days. Drink plenty of water, then you'll feel better. Here's the prescription.

Summary: #Person1# examines #Person2#'s temperature, chest, and throat, gives #Person2# a few tests, and finds #Person2# gets a slight viral infection. #Person1# gives #Person2# some advice and the prescription.


#Person1#: I need a taxi, please.
#Person2#: We have various transportation services. Would you prefer a private vehicle?
#Person1#: No, thanks. A taxi is just fine.
#Person2#: May I suggest a limo? It's nice to pamper yourself.
#Person1#: I don't want anything except a taxi, thank you.
#Person2#: I understand. And where will you be going?
#Person1#: Rockefeller Center.
#Person2#: And what time would you like to be picked up?
#Person1#: The sooner the better.
#Person2#: A taxi will be here shortly, sir.
#Person1#: Great! And remember, a taxi, not a limo.
#Person2#: A taxi it is, sir.

Summary: #Person1# needs a taxi as soon as possible. #Person2# offers help and recommends some other services but gets refused.


#Person1#: Excuse me, but could you tell me how to get to the railway station?
#Person2#: Yes, you'll have to take a No. 45 bus.
#Person1#: Does the bus take me straight to the station?
#Person2#: Yes, when you get off the bus, you will find the station just in front of you.
#Person1#: Good, but where is the bus stop?
#Person2#: Go straight along the road and turn right at the first crossing. You can't miss it.
#Person1#: Thank you. How soon can I get there?
#Person2#: Well, if the streets are not too crowded, you will get there in about half an hour.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.
#Person2#: You are welcome.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# how to get to the railway station.


#Person1#: Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, we are happy you have all come out for our training workshop. Today we have a great line-up of speakers to talk to you. First on our program is a well-renown expert in the field of international economic development, Harvard's own Dr. James Smith. Dr. Smith has been involved in economic research for over twenty years, and has taught at Harvard since 1995. And now, without further adieu, we'd like to welcome Mr. James Smith.
#Person2#: Thank you, Mr. Jackson, ladies and gentlemen, colleagues, friends. The subject of my talk is international relations in a morgen world. I plan to say a few words about the current situation in the Middle East and how it affects world economy. I'd like to give you an overview of the way that the economies of seemingly unrelated countries are intertwined. I've divided my talk into three parts, first an overview of international relations, second a discussion of current political situations, and lastly trends for the future. My presentation will take about two hours, but there will be a twenty-minute break in the middle. We'll stop for lunch at 12.

Summary: Mr. Jackson introduces Mr. James Smith, who is an expert in international economic development. Mr. James will give a talk on international relations in the modern world and introduces the outline and schedule.


#Person1#: My boss told me never to go to work again.
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: I don't know. When he told me that, I was very sad and surprised.
#Person2#: Do you often go to work late?
#Person1#: Yes, I often do.
#Person2#: Do you work hard?
#Person1#: Well, it's hard to say. It depends.
#Person2#: Are you good at the computer?
#Person1#: No, I don't know how to use it.
#Person2#: Then I know the reason. You didn't use your time well and you don't learn new things.

Summary: #Person2# thinks #Person1# loses the job because #Person1# doesn't utilize the time and learn new things.


#Person1#: What's the matter, Alice?
#Person2#: Sorry, Mr. Harrison. I missed my train.
#Person1#: Why did you miss the train?
#Person2#: Because I left home a little late.
#Person1#: Did you get up late or something?
#Person2#: No. My aunt called me at the last minute and I had to talk to her.
#Person1#: Tell her not to call you in the morning.
#Person2#: I will, Mr. Harrison. I'm really sorry for being late.
#Person1#: If you're late again. I won't let you pass for this class.

Summary: Alice is late for her class and she explains the reasons to Mr. Harrison, who is angry at her.


#Person1#: Hi, my name is Catherine.
#Person2#: I'm John. It's nice to meet you.
#Person1#: Do you know what this professor is like?
#Person2#: I have no idea. This is my first year.
#Person1#: You are a freshman? Me too. Where are you from?
#Person2#: I'm from San Francisco.
#Person1#: I've been there a few times. It's a great city.
#Person2#: Where are you from?
#Person1#: I grow up in this area.
#Person2#: So you know all the fun places to hang out, right?
#Person1#: Yeah, the best places are in the heart of downtown. There are a lot of clubs and bars.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Do you know what you are majoring in yet?
#Person1#: Not yet. I'm leaning towards business. But that's only if I can't get into computer science. How about you?
#Person2#: I want to go to medical school. So I'll probably end up majoring in biology.
#Person1#: That's cool.
#Person2#: Is the weather this bad all the time in the fall?
#Person1#: No, this is a typical autumn. It gets worse though, at least it's not raining that much. You'll get used to it. In the mean time, you'll have to watch a lot of movies. Seems like the only thing to do with the bad weather.
#Person2#: Oh, the professor is coming.

Summary: Catherine and John meet each other for the first time before their class begins. They talk about the weather, their majors, and the interesting places in the city.


#Person1#: I'd like to do some shopping, but I was told London is an expensive place to live.
#Person2#: That's not completely true. If you shop in the right places, you can live cheaply. Here is a market list. You can buy all kinds of things in these markets had a low price.
#Person1#: That's great.
#Person2#: Let's see East Street Market sells cheap food and clothes. It's open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
#Person1#: Yes, but how can I get there?
#Person2#: By underground. You can get off at the Castle station. Now look at the Leather Lane market. That's a good central London market for food and clothes. It's open at lunch times from Monday to Friday. It's near Chancery Lane station.
#Person1#: What about Brixton market?
#Person2#: It has a wide variety of vegetables from all over the world. It opens from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm everyday.
#Person1#: Oh, it's close to Brookston station, very near my place. Great! It's very convenient. I like it.
#Person2#: That's good. And here is the Karman Height market. It's a good place for buying presents. It opens on Sunday only.

Summary: #Person1# wants to do some shopping but thinks London is an expensive place to live. #Person2# gives #Person1# a list of markets where things are cheap and tells #Person1# how to get to the markets.


#Person1#: Tom, is Jenny crying?
#Person2#: Can you take he away from me?
#Person1#: I'm just coming for that.
#Person2#: She kept on bothering me.
#Person1#: She's your sister. What she asked was only duck soup for you. Why can't you be good to her?
#Person2#: But I am her brother, not her servant.

Summary: Jenny's crying, and Tom asks #Person1# to take her away .


#Person1#: I don't have a good camera. How am I going to take nice pictures of the butterflies? They're so colorful. I want to get in really close so everyone can see the details.
#Person2#: Our photography lab loans cameras to all students enrolled in my class. Don't worry. Just show your student ID and they will give you 1.
#Person1#: What if I lose it or break it?
#Person2#: Just be as careful with the camera as you are with your own one. We trust you. Plus, you need to pay a deposit of $500 just in case something does happen.
#Person1#: I think I'm better off buying my own. I bet I can get one for $60. 00. Even if I get a used one, it's better than having to owe the school $500.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# to loan a camera from school if #Person1# wants to take nice pictures of butterflies. #Person1# thinks it is better off buying #Person1#'s own one.


#Person1#: Stay with me, kids. Don't get lost.
#Person2#: I am not Dad. I never get lost in the supermarket.
#Person3#: I am not a kid anymore, Mom.
#Person1#: Anyway, stay with me. I want to check out some daily necessities.
#Person3#: No, Mom. I want to go to the video products section. The new album of Westlife just comes out.
#Person2#: I want to buy some sports supplies.
#Person1#: OK, kids. You can go. We'll meet by lunch time.
#Person3#: How about Dad? He is outside with our stuff.
#Person2#: We can call him then.
#Person1#: All right, kids. Remember, 12 o'clock, at the 2nd cash counter.
#Person3#: Who is that?
#Person1#: It's Dad. He got a free deposit box.
#Person3#: Finally, he is released.
#Person1#: He called to tell us that he was in the book section.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# and #Person3# to stay with her while shopping. However they want to go to different sections, so they separate and then meet at lunch.


#Person1#: Good morning! May I speak to Mr. Wang?
#Person2#: Yes, speaking.
#Person1#: Mr. Wang, this is Liu Li of the Hua Mei Company. There will be a fashion show on the 1st of May. I'd like to invite you and your photographic team to come here.
#Person2#: Marvelous! I'd love to. When will we arrive?
#Person1#: We will send you invitation cards and I will need to know the size of your team.
#Person2#: We have a total of 10.
#Person1#: Ok. Then I'll send you the cards. See you.
#Person2#: Thank you. Bye.

Summary: Liu Li of Hua Mei Company invites Mr. Wang and his team to a fashion show and asks the size of the team to send invitation cards.


#Person1#: Oh, my! I can't go on.
#Person2#: Me neither. I give up or I will die.
#Person1#: I've never seen such hot weather in my life.
#Person2#: I can't agree more. It's like the whole world is boiling.
#Person1#: Look. the temperature has hit 98!
#Person2#: I can't believe it. We used to have such nice weather here all year round.
#Person1#: Yes. How I miss the good old days. Just cool or warm days.
#Person2#: So, what to do now?
#Person1#: I guess we can't do anything until the sun sets down.
#Person2#: You are right. I'm sweating all over.
#Person1#: Let's go back home and take a shower.
#Person2#: Yes. We might cool down in this way.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# cannot stand the heat and miss the old days with nice weather. They will go back home and take a shower.


#Person1#: Hi, Li Ming. You look upset. What's the matter?
#Person2#: There will be a parents' meeting in our class this Saturday and I am worried about it.
#Person1#: Why? We can leave school earlier that day.
#Person2#: I didn't do well in last exams. If my father knows it, he will beat me up.
#Person1#: I can't believe it. My parents never beat me.
#Person2#: You know that my father is irritable.
#Person1#: You can ask the teacher for help.
#Person2#: Good idea.

Summary: Li Ming tells #Person1# he's worried that his father will beat him because he failed the exams. #Person1# suggests asking the teacher for help.


#Person1#: Mr. Tang, we have decided to hire you. How much do you expect to get a month?
#Person2#: I'm making three thousand yuan a month at my present work. I should not, of course, make a change for less. Could you provide me with a monthly salary of four thousand yuan?
#Person1#: I don't think we can give you that much as the starting salary.
#Person2#: You know, Mr. Allen, Nowadays this starting salary is not high based on my skills and experience.
#Person1#: Maybe, but there are many fringe benefits here.
#Person2#: What are they?
#Person1#: Additional to medical benefits, we also offer a rent free house and the use of a car.
#Person2#: But I have my own car and my own house.
#Person1#: OK, 4000 yuan a month.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: Not at all, it's reasonable.

Summary: Mr. Tang and Mr. Allen negotiate over Mr. Tang's salary. They agree on 4000 yuan a month in the end.


#Person1#: I hate this kind of weather!
#Person2#: When I was a kid, there was a weather who said there is no such thing as bad weather.
#Person1#: I think he had water on the brain. This is bad.
#Person2#: He said there are only all kinds of good weather.
#Person1#: Okay, Pollyanna, what's so good about this weather?
#Person2#: Well, for one, we have an excuse to stay home.
#Person1#: We'get'to stay home? Do you know something that I don't?
#Person2#: I know that there is hot chocolate in the kitchen and some new Cds just waiting for us.

Summary: #Person1# hates this kind of weather but Pollyanna tries to find something good about this weather.


#Person1#: What can I do for you, sir?
#Person2#: Hmm, I want to change my traveler's cheque. Here is a traveler's cheque of 3, 000 dollars. I would like to cash this cheque, please.
#Person1#: No problem. May I see your identification?
#Person2#: Sure. How about my passport?
#Person1#: That's fine! How would you like this cash back?
#Person2#: I want 20 hundred bills and the rest in fifties, please.
#Person1#: Three thousand. Please check it, sir. Thank you and have a good day.
#Person2#: Thank you and bye-bye!

Summary: #Person2# comes to cash the traveler's cheque. #Person1# checks the identification and serves #Person2#.


#Person1#: This book says that in some parts of Africa, men used to think that very fat women were beautiful. Before a woman married the chief, his servants used to keep her in a special house. Then they fed her all through the day and night for weeks before the wedding.
#Person2#: Why did the women have this treatment?
#Person1#: I don't know. The book says they used to consider it an honor to be the wife of the chief. The women used to become so fat that they could not walk. They used to crawl on their hands and knees instead.
#Person2#: How terrible! I'm sure they wouldn't live for many years. Those women used to suffer a lot because of that custom. I'm glad that they don't do it now.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# that a book says that men used to like fat women and women used to suffer a lot in some parts of Africa.


#Person1#: John, did you have a dream when you was a little boy?
#Person2#: Of course I did. I dreamed to be a pilot when I grow up. But unfortunately, I didn't realize it.
#Person1#: I had the same experience with you. When I was a little boy I dreamed to be a great scientist. But now you see, I'm just a common office clerk.
#Person2#: Okay, forget about that. S, do you have some practical dreams at present?
#Person1#: I do. And now I'm working hard to learn English, and I want to be an interpreter some day.
#Person2#: You're promising. Just follow your dream and never give up.
#Person1#: Thanks, I will.

Summary: John dreamed to be a pilot. #Person1# dreamed to be a scientist, but #Person1# dreams to be an interpreter at present.


#Person1#: Hi, taxi.
#Person2#: Good morning, Lady. Where do you wanna go?
#Person1#: I want to go to this place.
#Person2#: You want to go to No. 22 Xiangyun Dajie?
#Person1#: Yes, yes, No. 22 Xiangyun Dajie.
#Person2#: I am sorry. I don't know where that is. I only know where Xiaoyun Road is, but I've never heard of Xiangyun Dajie.
#Person1#: You don't know Xiangyun Dajie, do you?
#Person2#: No, maybe you can ask some other taxi drivers. I am sorry. I can't help you.
#Person1#: Not at all. Thank you all the same.

Summary: #Person1# wants to go to No. 22 Xiangyun Dajie, but #Person2# doesn't know where it is and suggests #Person2# asking other taxi drivers.


#Person1#: Shall I punch out for you, Ross? I am leaving now.
#Person2#: No, thanks. I have got to work overtime.
#Person1#: But today is Friday. You are not going to work overtime on Friday evening, are you?
#Person2#: Well, I am. I'll have to finish this report for next Monday's meeting. Is Tom coming to pick you up?
#Person1#: No. We'll meet at my house. He invited my family to spend the weekend with his family at their villa.
#Person2#: That's nice. Where is his villa?
#Person1#: It's not his villa, but his father's. I think it's somewhere in Florida. I am not sure myself.
#Person2#: Sometimes I envy you a lot. Tom is a good guy.
#Person1#: Come on. You just haven't met the right person and I think that you work too much. You should learn how to entertain yourself and enjoy life.
#Person2#: I know, but I am a work maniac.
#Person1#: Well, suit yourself. I've got to run now.
#Person2#: Have a nice weekend.
#Person1#: You too. Oh, I forgot to tell you one thing. A girl called this afternoon. She said she was your ex-girlfriend. She wanted you to call her back.
#Person2#: Did she mention anything else?
#Person1#: No, nothing else. See you Monday.
#Person2#: See you.

Summary: #Person1# asks if Ross wants her to punch out for him. Ross refuses because he needs to work overtime. Then Ross asks about #Person1#'s boyfriend and admires their relationship. #Person1# comforts him. Then, #Person1# tells Ross his ex-girlfriend called him this afternoon.


#Person1#: How may I help you?
#Person2#: I ' m having a problem.
#Person1#: What problem are you having?
#Person2#: There have been charges made on my debit card that I didn ' t make.
#Person1#: Do you have the statement for your card?
#Person2#: Here it is.
#Person1#: What are the charges you ' re referring to?
#Person2#: The last four charges on the page.
#Person1#: I ' m afraid we ' re going to have to investigate these charges.
#Person2#: How long will an investigation take?
#Person1#: I honestly don ' t know, but we will freeze payment on these charges.
#Person2#: That sounds absolutely fantastic.

Summary: There have four charges made on #Person2#'s debit card that #Person2# didn't make. #Person2# will freeze payment on those charges.


#Person1#: I had prepared dinner for eight people before Mary called and said that she and her husband could not make it.
#Person2#: That's all right. I am just going to tell you I have invited Tom and his girlfriend.

Summary: #Person2# invites two people that fill the absence of #Person1#'s dinner.


#Person1#: Thank you so much for interviewing me this evening.
#Person2#: Happy to meet with you. Now, do you prefer group projects?
#Person1#: I like to work alone on some things and then bring those things to the group.
#Person2#: Do you value a steady job more or one that offers a chance to move ahead?
#Person1#: I want to grow in my job and move ahead.
#Person2#: Could you work for us in another state, if need be?
#Person1#: I need to stay in the area because of my family.
#Person2#: How much do you need to make per year?
#Person1#: 75, 000 per year.
#Person2#: Yikes! Thanks for your interest in this job. We'll be getting back to you.

Summary: #Person2# is interviewing #Person1#. #Person1# prefers to work alone and stay in the area. #Person1# needs to make 75, 000 per year.


#Person1#: When were you bron may I ask?
#Person2#: On 20th May 1963.
#Person1#: Do you know what it was according to the lunar calendar?
#Person2#: 27th day of the fourth month.
#Person1#: By the way, could you tell me when the film will begin?
#Person2#: It will begin at 5 thirty.
#Person1#: I am friaid I can't be there on time.
#Person2#: You can see it tomorrow.
#Person1#: I don't want to miss it today.
#Person2#: See you.
#Person1#: See you.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s birthday and the beginning time of a movie. #Person1#'s afraid #Person1# can't be on time.


#Person1#: I have never seen so many flavors of ice cream in one place!
#Person2#: There certainly are a lot. Can you choose a favorite?
#Person1#: Vanilla with toppings is my favorite.
#Person2#: Is there anything as good as a hot fudge sundae?
#Person1#: No way! Do you have a flavors you don't like?
#Person2#: I don't like ice cream with too many different flavors in it.
#Person1#: I agree with that, it just doesn't work for me.
#Person2#: I saw garlic ice cream on the menu once.
#Person1#: I think that would be horrible!
#Person2#: I think I'll stick with a more traditional choice today!

Summary: #Person1# discusses with #Person2# about different flavors of ice cream at an ice-cream shop.


#Person1#: Hi, I need a hotel room.
#Person2#: That's no problem at all. May I have your name, please?
#Person1#: Certainly. My name is John Sandals.
#Person2#: It's a pleasure, Mr. Sandals. My name is Michelle. What days will you need a room?
#Person1#: Friday afternoon, April 14 through Monday morning, April 17.
#Person2#: One minor problem, sir. Our prices are now slightly higher. Is that acceptable, sir?
#Person1#: Please tell me the price, so I can make a decision.
#Person2#: It'll be $ 308 nightly.
#Person1#: That's a reasonable price.
#Person2#: Good! Now, sir, do you have a preference for smoking or nonsmoking?
#Person1#: I quit smoking, so nonsmoking.
#Person2#: I hear you, sir. Nonsmoking. Now, about the bed, is a queen-size okay?
#Person1#: A queen sounds great.
#Person2#: Okay, sir, let me reserve those dates, there. Now, if you'll just tell me your phone number.
#Person1#: That would be 626-555-1739.
#Person2#: That's 626-555-1739. Thank you so much for choosing our hotel, sir!

Summary: Michelle helps John Sandals book a nonsmoking room from Friday afternoon, April 14 to Monday morning, April 17 for $308 nightly.


#Person1#: Excuse me, is this the office of the Textile Corporation?
#Person2#: Yes, What can I do for you?
#Person1#: I'm from CTC Trade Company. Here is my card.
#Person2#: Welcome to our corporation. I'm in charge of the export business.
#Person1#: I'm glad to meet you here. You're Ms. . . .
#Person2#: I'm In Hui. Do sit down, won't you?
#Person1#: Thank you, Ms. In. I'm here to discuss the possibility of establishing business relations with your corporation.
#Person2#: We'd be very glad to do so. Have you seen the exhibits displayed in the hall?
#Person1#: Yes, I had a look around yesterday. I wish I could have them all. Can you give me a price list with specifications?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. If you make an inquiry, we can make you a firm offer.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.

Summary: #Person1# comes to Ms. In to discuss the possibility of establishing business relations with her corporation. Ms. In gives #Person1# a price list with specifications as requested.


#Person1#: Hey, hey, neighbor. What are you doing with my trees? My wife planted that tree 25 years ago. Get off that ladder.
#Person2#: Listen. Even though the trees are in your yard, some of the branches hang over into mine, and I am getting sick and tired of raking up your leaves and picking up all the branches that fall off during storms throughout the year. And the walnuts off this tree ... they litter my yard and damage my lawnmower when I cut the grass. And my dog eats them, and he ends up with terrible diarrhea.
#Person1#: Still. You can't cut off those branches.
#Person2#: Watch me. It's completely legal. I check the city code and law regarding this issue, and I am well within my rights.
#Person1#: I'm not sure about that. Anyway, It's just not right. You didn't say anything to us about it ...
#Person2#: I don't have to.
#Person1#: Yeah, but you could have said something. Anything! I mean I want to stay on friendly terms with you, but the basic courtesy of informing your neighbors is the least you could have done.
#Person2#: Okay. I'm cutting down your branches. You've been informed ... now, stand back!
#Person1#: Hey. Don't expect an invitation to our next barbecue or book club!
#Person2#: See if I care. Hey, what are you doing? Stop shaking the ladder. You're acting juvenile now. Help!

Summary: Some branches of #Person1#'s tree hang over to #Person2#'s yard, and the walnuts off the tree damages #Person2#'s lawnmower. #Person2# wants to cut them off, but #Person1# disagree. #Person2# insists that it's legal, but #Person1# thinks #Person1# should be informed first.


#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 to the breathalyzer, please.
#Person2#: But sir, I didn't drink at all.
#Person1#: If you refuse the blow, you'll receive a ticket and your vehicle will be impounded.
#Person2#: OK, I will blow.
#Person1#: Your BAC exceeds legal limit.
#Person2#: But I. . .
#Person1#: I'll have to write you a ticket and impound your vehicle.
#Person2#: Oh, no!

Summary: #Person1# writes a ticket and impounds #Person2#'s vehicle because #Person2#'s BAC exceeds the legal limit.


#Person1#: Mr. Emory? I'd appreciate it if you would look over these letters before you leave today.
#Person2#: I'd be glad to. Just leave them on my desk. I didn't expect you to finish so soon.
#Person1#: Thank you, sir. I'll leave them here. If there are no problems, I'll mail them out this afternoon.
#Person2#: Great. Good work.

Summary: #Person1# requests Mr. Emory to check the letters before leaving and he agrees.


#Person1#: Lodge, You must come around sometime, You have to check out my mew stereo.
#Person2#: Sure, When is good time for you?
#Person1#: Can you make it on Tuesday?
#Person2#: What time do you want me there?
#Person1#: Anytime after six will be fine.
#Person2#: All right, It's a date.

Summary: #Person1# asks Lodge to come to check out #Person1#'s stereo.


#Person1#: You don't look too well. Maybe you should take the day off from work.
#Person2#: I couldn't do that. I have an important meeting to go to today.
#Person1#: Do you feel ok?
#Person2#: Not really. After a 12 - hour flight, I've got jetlag, and on top of that, I think I've also got the flu.
#Person1#: Why don't you call your secretary and tell her to reschedule the meeting? You should really get some rest or you'll end up feeling even worse than you do now.
#Person2#: Could you feel my forehead and check to see if I have a fever?
#Person1#: You're really hot. Let me get you some Tylenol to bring the fever down.
#Person2#: Ok. I'll stay home this morning and rest, but if I feel better in the afternoon, I'm going to the meeting.
#Person1#: Zach, what's that on your arm?
#Person2#: I don't know. It looks a bit red, but I'm sure it's nothing.
#Person1#: It looks like you have a red rash all over you! Are you allergic to anything?
#Person2#: Just cats, but I don't think I was near any cats in the last couple of weeks.
#Person1#: I completely forgot about your cat allergy. I took care of a cat for my friend here a few days ago. Oh no. we'd better go to the doctor and get some medicine. Let's go.
#Person2#: Shouldn't we make an appointment first?
#Person1#: We would, but let's just go and see if there's an opening now before it gets worse.
#Person2#: Whatever you say. I just want to get to my meeting!

Summary: Zach has got jet lag and got the flu after a twelve-hour flight. #Person1# advises Zach to reschedule his meeting. Zach also seems to have a red rash, so #Person1# advises Zach to see a doctor immediately.


#Person1#: Ouch! The water's too hot!
#Person2#: Get in slowly, sweetie. You'll get used to it. I'm gonna go and make you some chicken soup.
#Person1#: I'm not hungry, Mom.
#Person2#: I know you don't have an appetite, but you need to eat something. You'll get too weak if you don't eat.
#Person1#: Oh. . . I'm sweating already. It's so hot. I can feel it boiling! Can I get out yet?
#Person2#: That's a good sign. But just soak a little longer, OK?

Summary: #Person1#'s not feeling well, so her mother makes her take a hot bath and will make chicken soup to replenish her.


#Person1#: Give me your hand. (takes Rose's hand) Close your eyes. Go on. (Rose closes her eyes) Step up. Now hold on to the rail. Keep your eyes closed; don't peek.
#Person2#: I'm not.
#Person1#: Step up onto the rail. Hold on. Keep your eyes closed. Trust me?
#Person2#: I trust you.
#Person1#: All right, open your eyes. (Rose opens her eyes. She stretches her arms, and Jack stands behind her, arms around her. )
#Person2#: I'm fling, Jack. (singing) Come, Josephine, in my flying machine. Up she goes, and up she goes. . .

Summary: Jack takes Rose's hands. Jack asks Rose to close her eyes and step up onto the rail. They play Titanic.


#Person1#: OK, Mr. Taylor. Let's go ahead and begin. First of all, tell me about your last job?
#Person2#: Well. I worked for 5 years at Hi-Tech Computers.
#Person1#: OK, Hi-Tech. How about your website authoring skills? Oh, we are looking for someone to create and manage our company's website.
#Person2#: Hmm, uh...websites, website. Hmm...I don't think I've read that book.
#Person1#: Huh? And what about the experience with making a flash?
#Person2#: Well. I think sometimes computers flash if that's what you mean.
#Person1#: OK, Mr. Taylor. I think I have all the information I need.
#Person2#: Oh, and I really like computer games. I played them everyday.
#Person1#: Right, right. Thanks, Mr. Taylor. We'll be in touch.

Summary: Mr. Taylor's performance is not satisfying in an interview. #Person1# says they will be in touch soon.


#Person1#: What's the time now?
#Person2#: Sorry, I don't know, there's something wrong with my watch.
#Person1#: You've simply forgotten to wind it up, have you? When do you usually wind it up?
#Person2#: In the coming, before going to work.
#Person1#: You got up so late today. You have, I think. Turn on the TV and set your watch by it.
#Person2#: OK. I'll turn it on.
#Person1#: All right. It's just four o'clock.
#Person2#: Well, I'm setting my watch at four. Thank you.
#Person1#: You are welcome.

Summary: #Person2# forgot to wind up #Person2#'s watch. Then #Person1# asks #Person2# to turn on the TV and set the watch by it.


#Person1#: Hello, Anna speaking!
#Person2#: Hey, Anna, this is Jason.
#Person1#: Jason, where have you been hiding lately? You know it's been a long time since your last call. Have you been good?
#Person2#: Yes. How are you, Anna?
#Person1#: I am fine. What have you been doing?
#Person2#: Working. I've been really busy these days. I got a promotion.
#Person1#: That's great, congratulations!
#Person2#: Thanks. I am feeling pretty good about myself too. You know, bigger office, a raise and even an assistant.
#Person1#: That's good. So I guess I'll have to make an appointment to see you.
#Person2#: You are kidding.
#Person1#: How long have you been working there?
#Person2#: A bit over two years. This is a fast-moving company, and seniority isn't the only factor in deciding promotions.
#Person1#: How do you like your new boss?
#Person2#: She is very nice and open-minded.
#Person1#: Much better than the last one, huh?
#Person2#: Yeah. He was a real slave driver. He probably would have loved it if we were robots.
#Person1#: Forget about him. Come over to my house tonight. Let's get drunk.
#Person2#: Good. Tonight 8 o'clock.
#Person1#: 8 it is. See you then.
#Person2#: Bye.

Summary: Jason hasn't called Anna for a long time. He calls her to tell her he got a promotion and he feels good about it. Anna invites him to come over to her house tonight to get drunk.


#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: Yes, I made a reservation for 3 days for April 3rd to 6th, and my name is Sara.
#Person1#: Yes, what's the problem?
#Person2#: Well, I want to extend it for 2 more nights.
#Person1#: So you will stay until 9th?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: OK, we'll make the correction for you.
#Person2#: Thank you.

Summary: #Person1# helps #Person2# extend the reservation for 2 more nights.


#Person1#: Good evening.
#Person2#: Good evening. My wife and I would like a room, please. Is there any room available? We don't have a reservation.
#Person1#: Let me see. Yes, we have one room left. You're lucky. It's the last one.
#Person2#: Good. We're tired after driving all day, and we're looking forward to relaxing in a comfortable room.
#Person1#: This room has two double beds. It's number 56 at the rear of the motel. It's quite a comfortable room.
#Person2#: How much is it for one night? We only need it for tonight. We're going to continue our trip in the morning.
#Person1#: It's forty-five dollars a night for two. Is anyone else traveling with you?
#Person2#: No, it's just the two of us.
#Person1#: Would you like to pay for the room in cash or with a credit card?
#Person2#: Credit card. We don't like to carry much cash with us on our trips.
#Person1#: Please fill out this registration card. Here is your key. You can park your car in front of our room. Check - out time is noon.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: Thank you, sir. Enjoy your stay with us.

Summary: #Person1# checks in with his wife without a reservation for a double room at the cost of $45 and pays for the room by credit card with the help of #Person2#.


#Person1#: It's time to graduate and it's time to find a job. Susan, why do we need to find a job?
#Person2#: We need to work is because we need money to live. We need money for food and clothes and to pay for our house. We need money for many different things, and only when we work, we can earn money. And work can also help us feel that we are useful.
#Person1#: But you know it's hard for a new graduate to find a job right now.
#Person2#: Yes, it is really hard. But you must believe that you will find a suitable job finally. When you work, you can accumulate a lot of experience. Besides, you need to learn a lot of things while you are working.
#Person1#: I've been fed up with study.
#Person2#: But whether you like it or not, there's a trend of life-long study to make sure that we can keep ourselves up with the high developing society. And you need to accept this concept positively.
#Person1#: Oh, my. Why there are still so many things to learn after graduation?
#Person2#: You have no choice, so you'd better adjust your thoughts to be ready to learn anything at any time.

Summary: #Person2# explains to #Person1# the reason why they need to find a job but #Person1# thinks it is hard for a new graduate to find a job. #Person2# tells #Person1# the trend of life-long study and advises #Person2# to accept it positively.


#Person1#: Hello! How do I get online with my laptop?
#Person2#: Just plug the Ethernet cable into your computer, and you'll be online in a heartbeat.
#Person1#: Well, I see the cable. But my computer runs on wireless only.
#Person2#: No problem. I'll tell you about our alternatives.
#Person1#: Yes, I'd love to hear what the alternatives are.
#Person2#: Our state-of-the-art computer lab is on the first floor.
#Person1#: Great! But is it free?
#Person2#: Sir, the computers are free to guests, but you do have to pay a nominal printing fee.
#Person1#: You said there were other alternatives?
#Person2#: Just use your computer here in the lobby. It's set up for wireless.
#Person1#: Okay. That sounds like a winner. Now if I need to print something in the lobby?
#Person2#: We might have a printer here next month. But for now, you'll have to go to the lab.

Summary: #Person1#'s computer runs on wireless only. #Person2# suggests #Person1# use computers in the lab with a nominal printing fee or use #Person1#'s computer in the lobby with wireless.


#Person1#: What's the rate for a station wagon?
#Person2#: The daily rate is $ 22 per mile.
#Person1#: Good. I'll take it right now, if possible.
#Person2#: Can I see your license, please?
#Person1#: Of course. I have my own license and an international license.
#Person2#: That's fine. Fill out this form and let me see your credit card, please.

Summary: #Person2# assists #Person1# in taking a station wagon.


#Person1#: I've brought a little dog for Alice, girls usually like looking after pets.
#Person2#: Thank you, but Alice is only a visitor here. I don't know if she'll keep it.
#Person1#: To tell you the truth, the dog isn't my real reason for coming. I want to ask Alice if she'd like to be my girlfriend.
#Person2#: Really?

Summary: #Person1#'s brought Alice a dog and will ask her if she wants to be #Person1#'s girlfriend. #Person2#'s surprised.


#Person1#: I'd like to change some US dollars into euros and I'd like to know today's exchange rate.
#Person2#: According to today's exchange rate, every US dollar in cash is equivalent to 0. 75 euros.
#Person1#: Is there any service charge?
#Person2#: We charge a 1 euro commission on each deal. How much would you like to change?
#Person1#: 400 US dollars. Here it is. Would you please give me small bills?
#Person2#: No problem.

Summary: #Person1# asks #Person2# about the exchange rate and changes some US dollars into euros.


#Person1#: Hey, Jenny. Would you like to go to dinner with me?
#Person2#: I don't know. You know what they say about office romances.
#Person1#: No, I don't. What do they say about office romances?
#Person2#: They say you shouldn't mix love and work.
#Person1#: That's silly. What I do on my own time is no one else's business. Besides, it's pretty hard to meet people outside of the office when we spend long hours here.
#Person2#: You've got a point. Once I dated one of my supervisors and all of my co-workers accused him of favoritism. Then when the relationship went bad, he fired me.
#Person1#: People fall in love with people they work with. That's a fact.
#Person2#: That may be true, but I don't want an inter-office relationship to affect my productivity.
#Person1#: If it does, it will only make you more productive, because we can support each other.
#Person2#: You are sounding like we are already married.
#Person1#: Good grief. All I did was ask you out. I am sorry.
#Person2#: Well, I don't feel right about it.
#Person1#: I am talking about dinner tonight, not a lifetime.
#Person2#: Most starts with dinner, but then it gets out of hand. Besides, haven't you asked out every woman in the entire office?
#Person1#: I like company.
#Person2#: Company? I heard about you from Linda. She said you were an octopus!
#Person1#: What can I say? I am a passionate guy.
#Person2#: Well, I hope you can find something else to be passionate about.
#Person1#: You want to go out with me and you know it.
#Person2#: In your dreams. Now if you don't mind, I've got some work to do.
#Person1#: Ok, I get the message. Hey, do you have any sisters?

Summary: Jenny doesn't want to have office romances to affect her working productivity, so she refuses #Person1#'s invitation to have dinner. #Person1# thinks love and work shouldn't be mixed. Actually, #Person1# tries to ask out every woman in the entire office.