#Person1#: It's very kind of you to show me around.
#Person2#: Not at all. What would you like to see first?
#Person1#: I really don't know.
#Person2#: Let's walk around the lake first, shall we?
#Person1#: Yes, that would be lovely.
#Person2#: Have you been here before?
#Person1#: No, it's the first time I've been here.
#Person2#: I will take you to Li River after walking around here.
#Person1#: That's wonderful! I have heard the scene of Li River is beautiful!
#Person2#: Yes, you'll be in a different world there.

Summary: #Person2# decides to show #Person1# the lakes and the Li River.


#Person1#: what sort of music do you like?
#Person2#: I love just about anything by Prince.
#Person1#: so, you're into 80s music then?
#Person2#: well, I like all kinds of music, but he is one of my favorites. How about you?
#Person1#: I like alternative music.
#Person2#: do you have a favorite band?
#Person1#: to be honest, no. I'm always in search of new music to listen to.
#Person2#: do you often go to concerts?
#Person1#: I usually go to see a live band about twice a month. What about you?
#Person2#: I love going to live gigs. Are there any good local bands playing around here that you'd recommend?
#Person1#: there's an open mic night at the pub down the road every Thursday night where my favorite local band usually plays. You should come along next week with me.
#Person2#: I'd love to, but I have a night class on Thursdays.
#Person1#: that's too bad. Maybe another time.
#Person2#: let me know if you hear about any good bands playing on the weekends. I have more free time then.
#Person1#: I'll let you know. Did you want to watch some TV?
#Person2#: sure, what's on?
#Person1#: there's a reality TV show about a group of people who are trying to lose weight.
#Person2#: that sounds dreadful!

Summary: #Person2# likes the music by Prince and #Person1# likes alternative music. #Person1# usually sees a live band and #Person2# loves live gigs. Then #Person1# recommends an open mic night at the pub and invites #Person2# to go, but #Person2# has a class on Thursday.


#Person1#: Can you believe me?
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: Please count on my love.
#Person2#: I will.
#Person1#: I'll be yours through endless time.
#Person2#: I see. And I'll always be devoted to you.
#Person1#: Thank you. I know I've nothing to offer you, but I'll never give you reason to cry.
#Person2#: I'll never hurt you; I'll never lie.
#Person1#: My love will grow, like a river to flow.
#Person2#: It can't be dry, and can't die.
#Person1#: I don't know whether we are in a dream.
#Person2#: Aha, Aha. . .

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# express their love to each other with sensational words.


#Person1#: I haven't seen you in a while. How have you been?
#Person2#: Things are going fairly well. How about you?
#Person1#: Well, I'm hanging in there, but I lost my job and need to find another one quickly.
#Person2#: I am looking for a job myself. What were you thinking of doing next?
#Person1#: I am just trying to find something that will pay the bills until this bad economy passes by.
#Person2#: Have you gotten any interviews yet?
#Person1#: No, I haven't been out on one interview yet.
#Person2#: Have you thought about the electrician program over there?
#Person1#: I think that I might be interested in that position.
#Person2#: I think we should go over there and see if we can apply for that program.

Summary: Both #Person1# and #Person2# need to find a job to go through the bad economy and #Person2# suggests applying for the electrician program together.


#Person1#: A famous Russian ballet is coming to town next weekend. But I can't find a ticket anywhere.
#Person2#: Don't be upset. My sister just happened to have one and she can't go since she has got some sort of conflict in her schedule.

Summary: #Person1# can't find the ticket, but #Person2#'s sister has one.


#Person1#: Well, what did you think about the last candidate? Do you think we should hire her?
#Person2#: She had a very impressive resume, but she seemed to lack the confidence that I think a good manager needs.
#Person1#: What made you think that she wasn't very confident?
#Person2#: Did you notice the way that she avoided making eye contact with us while she talked?
#Person1#: She was a bit nervous, I guess. What else?
#Person2#: When she first walked into the room to greet us, she didn't shake our hands or introduce herself at all. I thought that was a bit unprofessional.
#Person1#: You're right. If she walked into meeting with our clients like that, it would make our company look bad, wouldn't it?
#Person2#: It sure would. Did you also notice the way she slouched in her chair during most of the interview? She had horrible posture!
#Person1#: I agree. I guess I was paying more attention to her answers than her body language.
#Person2#: On top of that, she didn't seem to have any sense of people's personal space. She didn't keep enough distance between us during the meeting.
#Person1#: That's true. I guess we'll have to keep looking for a manager then.
#Person2#: Don't worry, we'll find someone eventually!

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# discuss the last candidate they interviewed. They agree she has an impressive resume but they think she lacks the confidence and the manners to be a good manager.


#Person1#: I'm on the beach to talk to Mel Flynn, an Australian teenager who spends most of her free time underwater. Hello, Mel.
#Person2#: Hi.
#Person1#: How did you become interested in diving?
#Person2#: I grew up near the beach and I liked watching little fish. My parents say they knew I'd work with fish when I got older. They're both biologists, but more interested in land animals. When I was old enough, I asked if I could go diving. So I could take a closer look at all the amazing things living underwater.
#Person1#: When did you start to dive?
#Person2#: I learned to swim when I was 3, but I had to wait 7 years to dive. But even then we couldn't go deeper than 12 meters.
#Person1#: Did you feel scared?
#Person2#: Not really. The teacher told us which dangerous fish to avoid and as long as we left them alone, we wouldn't be in danger. And we were never too far from our dive boat.
#Person1#: And what do you do now?
#Person2#: I joined a group of teenagers who help scientist with their research. I like working with them. We're volunteers, but many of us are planning on becoming biologist on see animals in the future. I've learned so much already by watching the scientists at work.

Summary: #Person1# interviews Mel Flynn and Mel tells #Person1# that Mel is interested in diving and started diving at 10. Mel doesn't feel scared while diving and now helps with scientists' research work as a teenage volunteer.


#Person1#: Hello, Jack. Congratulations. Your team won the game.
#Person2#: Thank you, Sally. You watched the game, didn't you?
#Person1#: Of coures. Your football team did so well. The third team goal, especially, was really good.
#Person2#: Yes, but it wasn't easy to win, the visiting team was really strong.
#Person1#: It was, but your team was even stronger. Your coach did a good job, and all of the players did a good job, too.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: When is your next match?
#Person2#: On Friday, next week.

Summary: Sally congratulates Jack on the fact that Jack's team won the game.


#Person1#: Michael Johnson doesn't look graceful, but he sure is powerful.
#Person2#: If I were on as many steroids as he was, I think I'd be powerful, too.
#Person1#: What are you talking about? ! He's passed every drug test he's taken!
#Person2#: Those drug tests don't mean anything! He probably took some other drugs to mask the steroids.
#Person1#: Just because Ben Johnson was juiced up doesn't mean all athletes are.
#Person2#: OK, OK. I'm feeling a little dehydrated. Let's get something to drink.

Summary: #Person2# attributes Michael Johnson's power to steroids while #Person1# thinks he is innocent.


#Person1#: What are we going to do? I can't get the car out of this ditch. I'm stuck!
#Person2#: I'm worried, Tom. I haven't seen any other cars for almost an hour.
#Person1#: I know. This is terrible. What can we do? This snow doesn't stop falling!
#Person2#: I told you we should have stayed in town today.The weather report said 100 percent chance of snow.Why did you want to come up here?
#Person1#: I wanted to show you the cabin. We only had another half-hour to go.
#Person2#: Well, now we're stuck. What can we do?
#Person1#: I don't know.
#Person2#: I've heard that when this happens, it's important to save energy.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: We're stranded here, Tom. We may be here a long time.We need to conserve the gas in the car. The car's energy is what will keep us warm.
#Person1#: I have plenty of gas.
#Person2#: Yes, but the gas and the battery both have to stay working.We can't just let the car run and run.If we do, it will die soon. Then we'll freeze.
#Person1#: So what can we do?
#Person2#: Turn the lights off.Then, run the car and the heater only about fifteen minutes every hour.That will conserve the heat as long as possible.
#Person1#: Alright. That's a good idea.
#Person2#: I wish we hadn't come up here. Now we'll probably be here for days.
#Person1#: Days?
#Person2#: Yes, it happens.That is what happens in big snowstorms. People get stranded for days.
#Person1#: Oh, my God! It's good we have food.
#Person2#: Probably we'll survive.But turn the car off for about forty-five minutes. Then we'll turn it on again.

Summary: Tom wanted to show #Person2# a cabin, but their car got stuck in a ditch and they are stranded in the snowstorm. #Person2# suggests saving the car's energy to conserve the heat as long as possible so that they can survive.


#Person1#: Hey, neighbor. How's it going?
#Person2#: Fine. How about you?
#Person1#: Okay. Huh, by the way, my wife and I are going out of town this weekend, and I was wondering if you could take care of some of our animals while we're gone. You know our dog, Jaws, don't you?
#Person2#: Yeah. My leg still hurts from the last incident.
#Person1#: Hey, he's just a playful little beast.
#Person2#: Right.
#Person1#: Hey, he likes to bark a little, and his bark is worse than his bite.
#Person2#: Oh yeah.
#Person1#: Just feed him a can of dog food a day, and make sure he has plenty of water in his dish.
#Person2#: Oh.
#Person1#: And then, take him for a walk around the block.
#Person2#: Well, how about if I just throw a Frisbee over the fence to give him some exercise? Wouldn't that work?
#Person1#: Ah, and then, he likes to watch the 3:00 soap opera on Channel 4..
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: ... and brush his teeth after you give you some doggie treats around 4:00.
#Person2#: Man, you really pamper your dog.
#Person1#: And, then brush his fur for about twenty minutes. He tends to shed this time of year.
#Person2#: Ah, what?
#Person1#: And then scratch him around the ears. Otherwise, he feels neglected.
#Person2#: Is that it?
#Person1#: Well, and then there's Claws.
#Person2#: Claws? Who's Claws.
#Person1#: Oh, he's the cat we adopted from the animal shelter, but he's a little temperamental.
#Person2#: What do you mean 'temperamental'?
#Person1#: Well, he has mood swings.
#Person2#: Mood swings?
#Person1#: Yes, but he's been doing better since he's been going to the animal therapist.
#Person2#: A therapist?
#Person1#: So, be sure to feed him a half cup of cat food two times a day.
#Person2#: What? A therapist ...
#Person1#: Right, and don't forget to put out on some soft classical music during his nap time at 2:40 p.m. But don't let him out of the house because he might run away and chase the neighbor's dog.
#Person2#: You have some high-maintenance animals.
#Person1#: Not really. And, don't forget to change the cat litter daily, or he might have an accident on the carpet.
#Person2#: Oh, great.
#Person1#: And finally, there's Buttercup.
#Person2#: Buttercup? Who's Buttercu ...? I'm afraid to ask.
#Person1#: Ah, she's a sweetie.
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: ... if you know how to handle her right.
#Person2#: Oh, great.
#Person1#: Wait. Let me get her for you. Here you are.
#Person2#: That's ... That's a snake ...
#Person1#: Hold her.
#Person2#: That's a big snake with big fangs. Does the snake go to a therapist, too?
#Person1#: Of course not ... just an anger-management class.
#Person2#: Oh! What?
#Person1#: I'm joking. Buttercup is a very docile creature, and she never bites anyone she likes. If she doesn't, you'll know because she starts hissing and staring at you ... kind like what she's doing now.
#Person2#: Well, I'm leaving. You must be going out of you mind to think I'm going to watch a zoo full of misunderstood animals. You'd better hire some professional help 'cause I wouldn't watch them even if you paid me a million dollars.

Summary: #Person1# requests #Person2# to take care of their animals because #Person1# and #Person1#'s wife are going out of town this weekend. #Person1# introduces the animals to #Person2#, including Jaws, their dog, who seems pampered, Claws, their cat, who is a little temperamental and has been going to the animal therapist, and Buttercup, their snake. After hearing #Person1#'s sophisticated requirements, #Person2# refuses resolutely.


#Person1#: Hi, my name is Pete. You are Ann. Isn't that right?
#Person2#: Hi Pete, how do you know my name?
#Person1#: Do you see that girl in the red top? She told me who you were.
#Person2#: Oh Andrea, the Spanish girl?
#Person1#: Yes, that's her.
#Person2#: I met her last week at a party. Anyway, you must be from the United States?
#Person1#: Actually I live in London, but my family lives in Seattle.
#Person2#: Oh, I am from London as well.
#Person1#: Where in London do you live?
#Person2#: In Wimbledon - quite close to the tennis courts actually. Which is very nice because I love tennis.
#Person1#: I play tennis there every week. Shall we have a game one day?
#Person2#: That would be lovely. But now let's go and get a drink.

Summary: Pete tells Ann he knows her name from Andrea. Pete and Ann are both from London, and Pete invites Ann to play tennis.


#Person1#: I'm glad we live in a small town.
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: Because the houses look so nice at Christmas time.
#Person2#: Yes, they do. Do you have a Christmas tree this year?
#Person1#: Yes, we have a big tree this year. I bought the decorations at the five-and-tencent store yesterday. Do you want to come and see it?
#Person2#: I can't now because I have to buy a present for my mother.
#Person1#: When can you come?
#Person2#: I don't know when I can come. I'll let you know later.

Summary: #Person1# wants #Person2# to see decorations #Person1# bought for the Christmas tree, but #Person2# has to buy a gift for her mother.


#Person1#: What's the matter with you, madam?
#Person2#: I have a headache. And I felt confused and cold.
#Person1#: You probably have caught a cold. Let me check your pulse and lake your temperature. Oh, you de have a high fever.
#Person2#: Is it serious?
#Person1#: Take it easy. Here is the prescription and get some medicine, you will be better soon.
#Person2#: Do I have to be given an injection?
#Person1#: Yes, before you leave, I want my nurse to give you an injection.
#Person2#: Okay. Do I have to go on a diet?
#Person1#: Not necessarily. Drink as much water or juice as you can, avoid greasy food and keep warm.
#Person2#: Thank you.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person2# has a fever and gives #Person2# the prescription. Then #Person1# asks #Person1#'s nurse to give #Person2# an injection.


#Person1#: Have you been to the ocean yet Sue?
#Person2#: No, Edward. My parents are checking in the hotel now. Is it beautiful?
#Person1#: It's so crowded there that it's hard to know if it's beautiful or ugly.
#Person2#: I read in the travel book that the beaches are popular around noon.
#Person1#: Well, your family is smart to come a little bit later then.
#Person2#: Do you think there's enough room for a game of volleyball?
#Person1#: You might be able to run but there's not enough space to play team sports.
#Person2#: I don't like running.
#Person1#: You're better off just reading a book or something.

Summary: Edward tells Sue that the beach is very crowded and advises her to just read a book there.


#Person1#: Hey, look, I can change the colors in our living room on the computer.
#Person2#: Well, I don't like bright orange walls.
#Person1#: OK, let me try dark brown.
#Person2#: Try a lighter color like light blue.
#Person1#: Yes, great.
#Person2#: Perfect. We can buy the paint now. You'll have time to paint the walls at the weekend, won't you?
#Person1#: Yes, of course.

Summary: #Person2# chooses the color in the living room. #Person1#'ll paint the walls.


#Person1#: Ok, so what happened when you got to the airport?
#Person2#: Well, I waited in a queue for ages and finally it was my turn to come up to the desk. I was asked to present a visa.
#Person1#: Yes, you need a visa. Your travel agent should have told you.
#Person2#: But I think I was there six years ago.

Summary: #Person2# waited for too long at the airport without a visa prepared


#Person1#: Jim! What's up, man?
#Person2#: Charlie! Is that your ride? It's butt ugly, dude!
#Person1#: Don't be a airhead! This is a nineteen sixty-nine Chevy Impala! I just need to fix it up a bit. In a couple of months, this baby is gonna be wicked!
#Person2#: Not even! Check it out! Now that's a fresh ride!
#Person1#: Too bad the driver is a major dweeb. Anyone can have a car like that if their daddy is loaded like his.
#Person2#: He's coming this way, be cool.
#Person3#: Hey guys! What do you think of my automobile? Isn't it bad to the bone?
#Person1#: Word! The ladies are gonna be lining up to get with you when they see you driving around in that car.
#Person3#: You really think so?
#Person2#: For sure!
#Person3#: Awesome!
#Person1#: Psych! haha. . you totally fell for it.
#Person3#: You are a real scumbag, Charlie. When I do the nasty with the prom queen, we'll see who has the last laugh.
#Person2#: Dude, don't have a cow!

Summary: Jim thinks Charlie's ride is butt ugly but Charlie says he just needs to fix it up a bit. Then they meet #Person3# who has a fresh ride.


#Person1#: Can I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to look at some suits.
#Person1#: Oh, this way please. What size do you wear?
#Person2#: Size 41. I want something in dark flannel.
#Person1#: How about this one?
#Person2#: It feels all right. But if it were a darker color, I'd like it better. This seems too light for winter. Do you think you could get me one?
#Person1#: All right. I'll show you something darker. Do you like this one?
#Person2#: It looks good. But can I try it on?
#Person1#: Of course. Let me help you.
#Person2#: Thanks. It's comfortable. Well, how much is it, please?
#Person1#: $280.
#Person2#: Ok. I'll take it. Here's the money.

Summary: #Person1# shows #Person2# some suits and #Person2# likes the dark one and buys it.


#Person1#: Excuse me, sir. Can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd be glad to have your help. Could you make the air-conditioner cooler?
#Person1#: I'm sorry. We can not regulate the air-conditioner. As soon as the plane takes off we'll be able to get better ventilation, and the temperature here will drop. Let me get a wet towel for you at the moment.
#Person2#: Good idea.
#Person1#: Your wet towel, sir.
#Person2#: Thank you. Could I have something cold to drink?
#Person1#: Yes. We have mineral water, orange juice, coke, which do you prefer?
#Person2#: Orange juice, please.
#Person1#: Would you like some ice in your drink?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: How much would you like?
#Person2#: One or two cubes will be OK.
#Person1#: Here you are, sir.
#Person2#: I'm awfully sorry to have bothered you.
#Person1#: It's my pleasure.
#Person2#: Please accept this tip.

Summary: #Person2# wants to turn the air-conditioner cooler, but #Person1# cannot regulate it, so #Person1# offers #Person2# a wet towel and orange juice with ice.


#Person1#: The band is pretty good. How do you like the music?
#Person2#: It's very nice. I haven't heard live music in a while. This is fun.
#Person1#: Well, then, may I invite you for the next dance?
#Person2#: Of course. But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer. . .
#Person1#: Don't worry. I'm not much of a dancer myself.
#Person2#: You're dancing so well.
#Person1#: You dance beautifully too.
#Person2#: When did you learn to dance?
#Person1#: In college. But I don't dance very often. What's your favourite dance?
#Person2#: It's hard to say. It depends. But I love the waltz.

Summary: #Person1# invites #Person2# for the next dance. They both think that the other side dances well. #Person2# loves the waltz.


#Person1#: What are you doing, Mum?
#Person2#: I'm planting cabbage.
#Person1#: What's that in your hand?
#Person2#: Cabbage seed. You see, I put some soil in the box, sow the seed carefully like this, and then cover it with more soil. I'll keep the box in the shade so that the sun doesn't burn the little plants.
#Person1#: Is that all?
#Person2#: No. Later, in a few weeks' time I'll put the little plants in the earth. Then I'll water them to stop the soil from getting too dry. Several weeks after that, I will plant them in rows in the field.
#Person1#: Do you have to feed plants like you feed chickens? Or do they grow up by themselves?
#Person2#: In fact they grow better if you feed them. When the plants are in the ground I'll put some powder on the soil. The powder is made from fish, blood and bones. It'll make the cabbage plants grow big and strong.
#Person1#: Like me!

Summary: Mum's planting cabbage and teaches #Person1# how to do it. She puts soil, sows seeds, and covers them. Then she'll water them and put the powder in the soil.


#Person1#: I'm interested in Chinese antiques.
#Person2#: We have a great variety of Chinese antiques. Besides, we have landscape painting, figure painting and flower-and-bird painting.
#Person1#: I'd like a flower-and-bird painting.
#Person2#: How about this picture of cranes with pine trees? It was painted by a famous Chinese painter in King Dynasty.
#Person1#: Oh, they look just like live cranes.
#Person2#: And what is more, in traditional Chinese thinking, cranes and pine trees symbolize longevity.

Summary: #Person1# is interested in Chinese antiques. #Person2# recommends a picture of cranes with pine trees.


#Person1#: Good morning, Mr. Montgomery. I've been sent over from purchasing to fill in for Clare Williams.
#Person2#: Oh, really? Nice to meet you. I thought they were going to leave me here on my own! How long have you been with the company?
#Person1#: Oh, about seven years. Time flies, you know!
#Person2#: Does it ever! Well, let's get started. If you could begin typing this letter now, I'll see what else needs to be done.

Summary: #Person1# tells Mr. Montgomery #Person1# has been sent over to fill in for Clare Williams. They get started with work at once.


#Person1#: Dad, look at this friendship quiz.
#Person2#: Why don't you try it? The first question, how often do you get in touch with your friends?
#Person1#: Hmm... My friends aren't in the same secondary school as me, and I dislike ringing people up. I don't call my friends, even once a week.
#Person2#: That means seldom. Secondly, how many friends can you talk with when you are upset?
#Person1#: Oh, I can't think of any. I usually talk with you or mom when I feel sad.
#Person2#: Poor Susan, you can't rely on us all the time. The last question, your friend wants to talk with you. Where would you have the talk?
#Person1#: Well, we can't talk in the classroom. Maybe I would talk to her in a shopping center. We can talk and shop at the same time.
#Person2#: Oh, Susan. You've only got 8. I think you should get along with your friends. Why not call or visit them often?
#Person1#: You are right, Dad.

Summary: Susan is taking the friendship quiz but only got 8. Her Dad thinks she should get along with her friends more and call or visit them often.


#Person1#: What's the date today Mr. Brown. I don't have a calendar.
#Person2#: Today is Tuesday, 25th September, 2001.
#Person1#: 25th Sep? Oh, I have an appointment tonight.
#Person2#: What time is your appointment?
#Person1#: It is at 8 o'clock .
#Person2#: What time is now? Do you have the correct time?
#Person1#: I don't know what time it is. It must be about 6 o'clock. I have to go now. I don't want to be late.
#Person2#: You won't be late. It's still early.

Summary: Mr. Brown tells #Person1# today is tuesday, and #Person1# realises that #Person1# has an appointment tonight and has to go.


#Person1#: As an existing banker, that will speed up the process. You said you had the documents with you?
#Person2#: That's right. Here you go.
#Person1#: Before I verify those, I need you to fill in some forms. Then, as I said, I need to see valid credentials, your occupation and income details. . .
#Person2#: OK, as I expected. How much will you allow me to borrow? I mean, I don't need a massive sum of money.
#Person1#: You are authorized to borrow up to 20, 000 RIB, with a repayment period of up to 1 year.
#Person2#: That'll be enough, and the repayment period sounds good to me.
#Person1#: We can also look at your current credit status and adjust the interest accordingly.
#Person2#: How soon before this goes through?
#Person1#: If you sort out all of the paperwork today, you could have your loan by the end of the week.
#Person2#: Perfect. So, I guess my next job is to go to the newsagent and buy some car magazines. Thanks for everything.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# to fill in some forms and asks for valid credentials. #Person1# will give #Person2# the loan by the end of the week if #Person2# sorts out all of the paperwork today.


#Person1#: So, Emily, you're ready for the trip, right?
#Person2#: Yes, I am.
#Person1#: But you seem to be a little bit nervous.
#Person2#: Yes, I am a little nervous. But I think it'll be a great experience and hopefully my English will improve a lot.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm sure it will. My English improved a lot when I went to Australia last year. England is a great place to visit. And you'll be in London, right?
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: Well, take care of yourself and have a good trip.
#Person2#: Thanks. I'm sure I will.

Summary: Emily tells #Person1# she's nervous about the trip, and she hopes she can improve her English in London.


#Person1#: You're looking rather pale, why?
#Person2#: I couldn't sleep well recently.
#Person1#: You'd get plenty of sleep for you work so hard.
#Person2#: I always drink too much wine in the evening.
#Person1#: You shan't drink more wine in the evening.
#Person2#: Yes, you are right.
#Person1#: And you'd take some exercise every day.
#Person2#: Many thanks for your advice.

Summary: #Person2# couldn't sleep well. #Person1# suggests #Person2# drink less and take exercise.


#Person1#: Todd, I heard you are from San Francisco. How is the weather there?
#Person2#: Well, the best time of the year is probably in September, it rains a lot from November to March next year.
#Person1#: So how's the living there?
#Person2#: It's really expensive. Because there are lots of really big rich companies like Facebook, Google, and Apple. They pay their employees a lot of money. Once you get the job at these companies. You are SAT. But it also means that the cost of living there has really gone up.

Summary: Todd tells #Person1# the weather is rainy in San Francisco and living there is expensive.


#Person1#: Hi, Anna. I haven't seen you for ages. Where have you been?
#Person2#: I'Ve been away on holidays for sometime.
#Person1#: No wonder I haven't seen you recently. Where did you spend your holidays?
#Person2#: I went with my husband. Our first stop was Bangkok. We stayed there for 5 days. Then we flew to Hong Kong, stopover for 3 days. Our last stop was China. We visited the Great Wall.
#Person1#: You must have a wonderful time.
#Person2#: Yes. We enjoyed ourselves very much. Have you traveled much, Luke?
#Person1#: No, my wife doesn't like traveling. We haven't been traveling for more than ten years. The first time we traveled together was in 1978 when we just got married. We spent our honeymoon in the Alps.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Yeah. Some people like traveling, some don't. My husband didn't like traveling at first, either. He said what's the use of traveling? A waste of money and a waste of time. At last I got him on the move. After all, he loved me. We went to Bali, Indonesia, one of the most beautiful places in the world. That trip left a very deep impression on him. Since then whenever we have holidays and money, we'd like to patronize the travel agency. Isn't it a bit dull to shut yourself at one place all your life?

Summary: Anna went to Bangkok, Hong Kong and China with her husband, while Luke hasn't traveled for long because his wife doesn't like traveling. Anna's husband doesn't like traveling at first but then the trips left a deep impression on him so he loves traveling now.


#Person1#: Excuse me, sir.
#Person2#: Yes?
#Person1#: Could you tell me how far it is to the National Arts Centre?
#Person2#: Yes. It's quite near, about a ten-minute walk from here.
#Person1#: Could you tell me how to get there? I'm a tourist here.
#Person2#: Well, you walk down this street for two blocks to the traffic lights. Turn left and you will be on King Street. Walk straight along King Street, until you come to a cinema, the National Arts Centre is right opposite. You can't miss it.
#Person1#: Wait a minute. I walk down this street two blocks to the traffic lights. Turn left and I will be on King Street. I walk straight along King Street, until I come to a cinema; the National Arts Centre is opposite.
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: My pleasure.

Summary: #Person1# is a tourist, and #Person2# shows #Person1# the way to the National Arts Center which is about a ten-minute walk from here.


#Person1#: Billy, you are late again.
#Person2#: I'm sorry I'm late. I overslept. Is the manager here today?
#Person1#: Yes he 's in his office.
#Person2#: Oh, I hope he didn't notice me.
#Person1#: Don't take any chances. It'd be best if you told him and promised not to be late again. He's already mad at you for last 2 times. Any more and he might fire you.
#Person2#: You said it. It won't happen again. Do you really think he'd fire me?
#Person1#: I think he might. You'd better go to his office.
#Person2#: You are probably right. I'll go right now and apologize. I try hard not to be late but it is difficult with Beijing traffic.
#Person1#: Good luck!

Summary: Billy's late for work again. #Person1# advises Billy to apologize to the manager, or he'll probably get fired.


#Person1#: OK, everyone. Gather around. Here are the rules. No tackling. No pushing.
#Person2#: You shouldn't grab someone else's shirt. That's a foul.
#Person1#: Play is stopped when the person with the ball is touched.
#Person2#: You can touch them only between the shoulder and the knees.
#Person1#: The touchdown lines are there and there. OK, let's play!
#Person2#: Before we start, let's have a moment of silence for our fallen men.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# introduces the rules of a ball game before starting.


#Person1#: Hello. Can I talk to Miss Li, please?
#Person2#: I beg you pardon? Miss who?
#Person1#: Miss Li. Li Lin.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, but I don't know that name. You must have the wrong number.
#Person1#: Come on. I know Li Lin is there. Let me talk to her.
#Person2#: Sorry. There's no one named Li Lin here. Are you sure you have the right name?
#Person1#: Sure.
#Person2#: What number are you trying to dial?
#Person1#: It's 423-6681. Isn't it right?
#Person2#: No. It isn't. It's 423-6631.
#Person1#: I'm sorry to have bothered you.
#Person2#: No problem.

Summary: #Person1# calls to speak to Miss Li Lin but #Person2# says #Person1# dialed the wrong number.


#Person1#: Come on in. Let me show you the house. Isn't it something? Spacious, bright and clean. And the walls were newly painted. Have you ever seen such a nice house?
#Person2#: Not really.
#Person1#: This is the kitchen. Every - thing's new.
#Person2#: It's great!

Summary: #Person1# shows #Person2# the house. #Person1# thinks that the kitchen is great.


#Person1#: Look, Mary! There are so many people over there!
#Person2#: Oh, I remember, there is a job fair in the personnel market.
#Person1#: I have never been to the personnel market.
#Person2#: Really? I have been there several times.
#Person1#: Are there many employers?
#Person2#: Yes. The personnel market is a place specially for job-hunters and employers.
#Person1#: So there will be many large companies in the personnel market, right?
#Person2#: Yes, there are many famous corporations.
#Person1#: When will there be a job fair?
#Person2#: Every Saturday and Sunday
#Person1#: Do I need to pay to go into the personnel market?
#Person2#: No, it's free.
#Person1#: How about going there to have a look now?
#Person2#: OK, let's go.

Summary: Mary tells #Person1# there is a free job fair in the personnel market with many famous corporations. They will have a look.


#Person1#: did you go to university?
#Person2#: yes, I graduated with a BA in English from Qingdao University.
#Person1#: when did you graduate?
#Person2#: just a few years ago. What about you?
#Person1#: I just graduated from high school.
#Person2#: are you planning on going to university?
#Person1#: I'd like to get a BA, but I don't know where I should go.
#Person2#: have you applied anywhere yet?
#Person1#: yes, I've applied to four universities and have been accepted into all of them.
#Person2#: congratulations! Which one is the cheapest?
#Person1#: the tuition is the same for all of them.
#Person2#: which one has the most interesting course?
#Person1#: I think the course at Leeds University is interesting, but I think the one at Manchester University would be more practical.
#Person2#: where would you like to be located?
#Person1#: I'd really like to be in London, but it's the most expensive city in England to live in, so I don't know if I can afford to live there.
#Person2#: have you applied for grants or financial aid of some sort?
#Person1#: not yet.
#Person2#: I think you should do that soon. It will help you make a decision about the school you go to.
#Person1#: that's a good idea.
#Person2#: good luck!

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# who graduated with a BA in English from Qingdao University that #Person1# doesn't know which university to go. #Person2# suggests #Person1# apply for grants or financial aid of some sort and then make a decision.


#Person1#: Wow! It's hot today! Do you want to get an ice cream cone?
#Person2#: No Let's go to an ice cream parlor! They have way more flavors to choose from there. I feel like having something special like Neapolitan ice cream.
#Person1#: What's that?
#Person2#: It's three different flavors mixed together. Chocolate, strawberry and something green with candied fruit.
#Person1#: Do they have ice cream bars. frozen yogurt or frozen chocolate mousse?
#Person2#: Absolutely! They also have real Italian Galatian and French sorbets. They do a great baked Alaska.
#Person1#: Maybe a vanilla ice cream milkshake would be good. What's your favorite flavor?
#Person2#: Well. . . l like the traditional flavors like rum raisin, butter pecan. maple walnut, strawberry, chocolate and vanilla. But now there are some new flavors from Asia like green tea and durian.
#Person1#: God! Even talking about it makes me feel like l'm gaining weight!
#Person2#: That's OK. We can go jogging, after we eat!

Summary: #Person2# suggests going to an ice cream parlor where there are Neapolitan ice cream, frozen yogurt, etc. #Person1#'d like a vanilla ice cream milkshake, and #Person2# likes traditional flavors.


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

Summary: #Person2# has caught a cold because of the bad weather. #Person1# suggests that #Person2# should bring some light wool clothing with some jackets and shirts when going to New York.


#Person1#: Please help yourself to whatever you like, don't be shy.
#Person2#: Yes, thank you. I've already been helping myself.
#Person1#: This dish taste terrific. Would you like to try a little? It is a little hot, but very good.
#Person2#: I like hot food, especially Sichuan cuisine.
#Person1#: Would you like another beer?
#Person2#: I'll have another cup of beer insist. I know I don't like to drink alone, especially there are someone sitting there next to me.
#Person1#: Come on, it's the weekend. Let's taste and enjoy this meal. Cheers!
#Person2#: Bottom's up, and you're right. This meal is incredible. I wish I had known this restaurant before. Thanks for bringing me here. I know I'll be back again soon.

Summary: #Person1# brings #Person2# to a restaurant. They have some beer and enjoy the meal. #Person2# likes the restaurant.


#Person1#: Next! Good morning, can I help you?
#Person2#: This place is a madhouse! Everybody is pushing and shoving!
#Person1#: Yes, I know. We are short-handed and we are very crowded today Now what can I do for you?
#Person2#: I want a ticket to New York.
#Person1#: Okay. One way or round trip?
#Person2#: One way, of course. I don't want to hang around here any longer. I was here in Los Angeles last year and I hated it. I come here on business every year and I hate it. It's too spread out, too smoggy!
#Person1#: That'll be $ 375. How would you like to pay?
#Person2#: Cash, of course. I don't believe in plastic money or credit cards, or any of that. Listen, can you hurry it up? You're taking forever!
#Person1#: I'm doing my best, sir. Aisle or window seat?
#Person2#: Window seat.
#Person1#: Smoking or nonsmoking?
#Person2#: Nonsmoking, of course! Oh, by the way, I'm supposed to get a special meal. Doctor's order - I can't eat meat. Last time I had a special salad plate. I'd like one of those this time, too.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. I'm not able to do that. We need twenty-four hours notice for special meal.
#Person2#: What! You can't give me my special salad?
#Person1#: I'm sony. I would like to, but I simply cannot.
#Person2#: Well, I don't give up so easily. Where's your supervisor?

Summary: While #Person2# is buying a one-way ticket to New York, #Person2# complains to the ticket agent about the weather and the airport environment. #Person2# wants to complain to the conductor's supervisor because #Person1# can't serve #Person2# a special salad.


#Person1#: Tom, aren't you a little too old to be trick-or-treating?
#Person2#: What are you talking about? Where is your Halloween spirit? Didn't you ever dress up in a costume and go around the neighborhood trick-or-treating with your friends?
#Person1#: Of course, I did, but when I was ten! Trick - or-treating is for kids, plus, I'm sure people will think you're a kidnapper or something, running around with kids NCP at night.
#Person2#: Whatever, I'm going next door I heard Mrs. Robinson is giving out big bags of M & Ms!

Summary: #Person1# thinks Tom is too old to be trick-or-treating but Tom insists on doing it.


#Person1#: Did you like the play?
#Person2#: Not really. It's a dull one, and the production isn't satisfactory, either.
#Person1#: You're absolutely right. The acting could be better.
#Person2#: To be fair, though, both the costumes and scenery are marvelous.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# think a play is dull, but the costumes and scenery are marvelous.


#Person1#: It's your turn now, Helen.
#Person2#: OK. I'm coming.
#Person1#: This is your song. I picked it for you.
#Person2#: Thank you. You are so considerate.
#Person1#: Push the red button on the mike to turn it on.
#Person2#: OK. This key is too high for me.
#Person1#: I think it's a piece of cake for you.
#Person2#: OK. Let me have a try...
#Person1#: Well done! I hope I can sing as well as you one day.
#Person2#: Thank you. I'm sure you will.
#Person1#: I hope so. Thank you for saying so.

Summary: #Person1# picks a song for Helen. Helen sings it well. #Person1# compliments her.


#Person1#: Good morning. I'm Mickey Huang, I have an appointment with Mr. wilson.
#Person2#: Is this about the Sales Assistant position?
#Person1#: That's right. My appointment is for 11 o'clock.
#Person2#: Mr. wilson is on the line right now. Please have a seat. He'll be right with you.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Can I get you something, coffee, tea?
#Person1#: No, I'm fine. Thank you.

Summary: #Person1# will have an appointment with Mr. Wilson about the sales assistant position.


#Person1#: Why don't you begin by telling me something about yourself?
#Person2#: What do you want to know?
#Person1#: The usual, you know, something about your background and experience and anything personal that you feel is pertinent.
#Person2#: Well, I was born in Shanghai and went to school there, right up through college. My father is a lawyer, and my mother is a teacher.
#Person1#: Sounds as if you come from a professional family.
#Person2#: That right. One of my sisters is a doctor and the other one teaches at a university.
#Person1#: What made you decide to get into computers?
#Person2#: Oh, nothing in particular, I guess. I always liked mathematics and tinkering with machines.
#Person1#: Now what about your experience? How long have you been working with computers?
#Person2#: More than five years now. After I did my engineering degree, I began to specialize in computer technology and I even had my own company for a while.
#Person1#: It certainly sounds impressive. Why don't you have your credentials sent to me and I'll show them to the board? We'll probably get back to you in a week.
#Person2#: Thanks very much.

Summary: #Person2# comes from a professional family and has been working with computers for more than five years. #Person2# specializes in computer technology and had a company for a while. #Person1# asks for #Person2#'s credentials, they will get back to #Person2#.


#Person1#: Have you heard about the new iPhone?
#Person2#: yes, I heard it's supposed to come out in June. Are you thinking about getting one?
#Person1#: I'd like to. It's a cell phone, camera, PAD and mp3 player all in one.
#Person2#: if I had enough money, I'd buy one, but I don't even have enough to buy one of their shuffle spods.
#Person1#: how big is a shuffle iPod?
#Person2#: the first generation iPod shuffle is about the size of a park of gum and the second generation iPod shuffle is about half the size of the first.
#Person1#: how many gigs of music can it hold?
#Person2#: I think it's either one or two gigs. I can't remember.
#Person1#: how much do they cost?
#Person2#: not much at all. I think it's about 100 dollars.
#Person1#: you're right, that's not bad at all.
#Person2#: do you have an iPod?
#Person1#: I got one for my birthday when they first came out, but after the battery died out, I never brought another one.
#Person2#: why didn't you just buy another battery for it so you could use it?
#Person1#: that's one of the problems with having an iPod. Though an iPod might have an above average battery life, once the battery is dead, so is your iPod.

Summary: #Person1# would like to get a new iPhone. #Person2# tells #Person1# about the shuffle iPod. #Person1# has an iPod but its battery has died out.


#Person1#: You sit here and I'll go get the food.
#Person2#: What to order?
#Person1#: I haven't decided yet. What do you like?
#Person2#: Uh, I'd like a hamburger, large fries, and a small pepsi.
#Person1#: Okay, I'll be back in a minute.
#Person3#: Can I help you?
#Person1#: I want two cheeseburgers, a large order of fries.
#Person3#: Anything else?
#Person1#: A small pepsi and a milkshake.
#Person3#: Sure. That'll be eight dollars.
#Person1#: Here it is. Could I have some extra napkins?
#Person3#: Sure.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are having a meal together. #Person1# helps #Person1# order the food.


#Person1#: Excuse me. Could you help me?
#Person2#: Certainly. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: I'm looking for a leather belt for my husband.
#Person2#: Do you know what size he wears?
#Person1#: Size 36. . . I think.
#Person2#: And what color would you like?
#Person1#: Dark brown, if you have it.
#Person2#: Okay. Let's see. . . a size 36 dark brown leather belt. Oh, yes. Her e we are. Do you think your husband will like this one?
#Person1#: Yes. I'm sure he will. I'll take it.
#Person2#: Will this be cash or charge?
#Person1#: Do you take Master Card?
#Person2#: No, I'm afraid not. We only accept our own store credit card.
#Person1#: Oh. In that case, I'll pay cash.

Summary: #Person2# helps #Person1# buys a dark brown leather belt with a size of 36 for #Person1#'s husband by cash.


#Person1#: Sorry to have kept you waiting, Madam. I've located your luggage. It was left behind in Paris and won't arrive until later this evening.
#Person2#: Oh, I can't believe this. Have it delivered to my hotel then, I guess.

Summary: #Person1# informs #Person2# of the location of #Person2#'s luggage.


#Person1#: I'm sorry I was late for class today, Dr. Simpson.
#Person2#: Well, I'll let it go this time. But you saw it disturbed the rest of the class.
#Person1#: Yes, I realized that. I won't let it happen again.

Summary: #Person2# promises Dr. Simpson won't be late for class.


#Person1#: Would you tell me how I send this parcel to shanghai, China? It contains only books.
#Person2#: You might send it as printed matter.
#Person1#: I wonder if you could have ensured here.
#Person2#: Of course. How much would you want to ensure this books for?
#Person1#: Let me see. I think I can have the ensured five hundred dollars.
#Person2#: five hundred dollars, so you'll pay ten dollars for the insurance. That's two percent of the total value of the article.
#Person1#: Here ' s the check for hen dollars

Summary: #Person1# sends a parcel with books and pays #Person2# ten dollars to insure the parcel.


#Person1#: Mary, it's good to see you!
#Person2#: Josh and I were just on our way back home from the beach and thought we'd drop by.
#Person1#: I am so glad that you decided to stop by!
#Person2#: Yes, it has been a long time since we have seen you.
#Person1#: Mary, can I get Josh or you something to drink?
#Person2#: Oh no, thank you. We aren't all that thirsty.
#Person1#: How about a little snack then?
#Person2#: No, thank you, we just ate lunch a little while ago.
#Person1#: Well then, how is your family?
#Person2#: Everyone is doing great. My sister finally had her baby.

Summary: Mary and Josh drop by #Person1#. #Person1# treats them with hospitality and asks Mary about her family.


#Person1#: Have you finished your work?
#Person2#: Not because I'm keeping an eye on the baby.
#Person1#: Where is the baby's mother?
#Person2#: She is at the supermarket downstairs. She said she would be back in about half an hour.

Summary: #Person2# hasn't finished the work because of the baby.


#Person1#: Tom! How are you? We missed you at the party last night. Are you OK?
#Person2#: I don't know. I didn't really feel like going out. I guess I'm feeling a little homesick.
#Person1#: Come on. We'Ve been through this already! Look, I know the adjustment was hard when you first got here, but we agreed that you were gonna try and deal with it.
#Person2#: I was. It's just that the holidays are coming up and I won't be able to home because I can't afford the airfare. I'm just longing for some of the comforts of home, like my mom's cooking and being around my family.
#Person1#: Yeah, it can get pretty lonely over the holidays. When I first got here, I'd get depressed and nostalgic for anything that reminded me of home. I almost let it get to me, but then I started going out, keeping myself busy and before I knew it, I was used to to it.
#Person2#: I see what you mean, but I'm still bummed out.
#Person1#: OK. how does this sound. let's get you suited up and hit the dance club tonight. I hear that an awesome DJ is playing and there will be a lot of pretty single girls there!
#Person2#: You know, I could really go for that. You don't mind being my wingman for tonight?
#Person1#: Not at all! It be fun! It will be like a boys'night out. . . well kinda. . .
#Person2#: Great! I must warn you though, whatever happens, don't let me go on a drinking binge. Trust me, it's not a pretty picture!

Summary: Tom tells #Person1# he felt homesick so he didn't go to the party yesterday. #Person1# invites him to get suited up and hit a dance club tonight. Tom cheers up.


#Person1#: Does this hotel have a pool?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, sir, we don't have one. However, in our gym, we do have swim stations.
#Person1#: I'm not sure I understand.
#Person2#: Think of a deep bathtub that you can swim in, but against a current.
#Person1#: Cool. What will they think of next? How much are they?
#Person2#: Sir, guests pay nothing to use the stations.
#Person1#: Excellent! Now what are the hours?
#Person2#: The gym is open 24/7, but the stations are open from 7 a. m. to 10 p. m. only.
#Person1#: I'm going to change into my trunks right now!
#Person2#: I think you'll like the experience, sir. It's a great workout.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# about the swim stations in their hotel gym. #Person1#'s interested and will go at once.


#Person1#: Alice, what's your favorite movie of the year twenty seventeen?
#Person2#: I must say it's Wonder Woman. When the movie was released in June last year, my parents were eager to take me to see it.
#Person1#: Why did your parents want to take you to watch it so much?
#Person2#: They considered it quite a different movie. You know, it is really rare to see a female action hero in a big budget movie. And it was also directed by a woman. I guess my parents wanted to show me that women could be powerful too.
#Person1#: So do you think that the movie was a big success?
#Person2#: You bet. It made more than 400 million dollars in ticket sales in the United States. In fact, there were only two bigger money makers among that years movies.
#Person1#: Did you watch any other movies directed by women in twenty seventeen?
#Person2#: Certainly. Women were in charge of more than 60 films in that year, including Before I Fall, Lady Bird and Battle of the Sexes. Among these three, I preferred the last.

Summary: Alice tells #Person1# her favorite movie is Wonder Woman which her parents took her to watch because it involves in a female hero and is directed by female. Alice also watched other movies directed by women.


#Person1#: Hello, Ms. Thomas. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: Well, I've been having bad stomach pains lately, doctor.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. How long have you been having them?
#Person2#: Just in the last few weeks. I get a very sharp pain about an hour after having meals.
#Person1#: I see. Do you get this after every meal?
#Person2#: Let me think. No, it's usually in the afternoon, after lunch.
#Person1#: Well, what do you have for lunch?
#Person2#: Oh, I mostly just have a quick hamburger and rush back to the office. We're very busy at the moment.
#Person1#: Well, I don't think it's a serious thing. Maybe you eat too quickly. It's bad for your health.
#Person2#: My husband is always telling me that.
#Person1#: Anyway, I'll give you something for it and see what happens. Take the medicine three times a day.
#Person2#: After meals or before?
#Person1#: After eating.
#Person2#: Thank you, doctor.
#Person1#: You're welcome.

Summary: Ms. Thomas describes her bad stomach pains to the doctor. The doctor thinks Ms. Thoma may eat too quickly and gives her some medicine.


#Person1#: I like to open up a savings account please.
#Person2#: O. K. We offer a few different kinds.
#Person1#: I want the one with the highest interest rate.
#Person2#: That would be our Saver's Plus account.
#Person1#: 4. 5 %, that's good. How much money do I have to keep in it to get that rate?
#Person2#: You have to maintain a balance of $ 10, 000 in the account or the rate drops to 3 %.
#Person1#: All right. I'll open one of those.
#Person2#: Just fill out these forms, and I'll be with you in one second.
#Person1#: Thanks.

Summary: #Person2# helps #Person1# to open a Saver's Plus account with the interest rate of 4.5% and the requirement of 10000 deposits.


#Person1#: When will our party be held?
#Person2#: Next Wednesday.
#Person1#: Have you sent out invitations to the house warming party to all the people I have listed on this paper?
#Person2#: Yes, I have.
#Person1#: When did you send them?
#Person2#: Ten days ago.
#Person1#: Okay, that's good. Could Dr. Cole like to attend the party?
#Person2#: Yes, he will.
#Person1#: That's fine.

Summary: #Person1# checks the time and other details of the party with #Person2#.


#Person1#: Hey, Susie. What are you doing?
#Person2#: Hi, Tommy. I'm making a list for our club. We are raising money for the children's home. They need a new kitchen.
#Person1#: You'll need a lot of money for that. How are you raising money?
#Person2#: Last month, we sold homemade cookies. We had a yard sale last week as well. We've gotten some donations too, but we need more. Any good ideas?
#Person1#: I think you should have a car wash. I'm sure you'll raise a lot of money.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. We can have it in the parking lot of the community center.

Summary: Susie tells Tommy her club's raising money for the children's home and they have done various sales and have gotten some donations. Tommy suggests a car wash raise the fund.


#Person1#: What can I do for you today?
#Person2#: I have a question.
#Person1#: What do you need to know?
#Person2#: I need to take the driver's course. How many hours do I need?
#Person1#: It depends on what you're trying to do with the completion of the course.
#Person2#: I need to get my license.
#Person1#: You're going to need to complete six hours.
#Person2#: How many hours a day can I do?
#Person1#: You can do two hours a day for three days.
#Person2#: That's all I need to do to finish?
#Person1#: Yes, that's all you need to do.
#Person2#: Thanks. I'll get back to you.

Summary: #Person2# asks #Person1# how many hours of the driver's course #Person2# needs to take to get a driver's license.


#Person1#: People are funny.
#Person2#: They sure are.
#Person1#: Did you hear about the pilot?
#Person2#: The one that stole a small plane?
#Person1#: Yes, he stole a plane in Canada and flew into the U. S.
#Person2#: Did they catch him?
#Person1#: Yes. After two U. S. fighter jets followed him for an hour, he landed on a highway.
#Person2#: Did he crash?
#Person1#: No, he just landed the plane and walked to a restaurant.
#Person2#: Did the cops find out why he flew into the U. S. ?
#Person1#: His life sucked. He was hoping a fighter jet would shoot him down.
#Person2#: Poor guy.

Summary: #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the pilot stealing a small plane and hoping a fighter jet would shoot him down.


#Person1#: Hi, this is Gordon. I am not in the office at the moment. You have reached Gordon's voicemail if you are calling for an appointment press 1. If you were calling from IBM press 2. If you are making a personal call press 3.
#Person2#: I need an appointment so I'll press number one.
#Person1#: you have chosen number one, an appointment.
#Person2#: That is correct.
#Person1#: Welcome to the appointment section. If you want an appointment this week press 1. If you want an appointment after this week press 2.
#Person2#: I need an appointment this week so I will press 1.
#Person1#: You have chosen an appointment for this week. After the beep please leave a message including your name and contact information. Press the key 0 when you are finished.
#Person2#: Hello, I am Betty Kelly. I need an appointment to talk with you about the media contract. Call me at 410-555-1212 and it will be convenient to answer the call between 9:00 to 12:00 in the morning. Thanks for your time.

Summary: Belly Kelly calls Gordon to book an appointment to talk with Gordon about the media contract. Gordon's voicemail answers her and guides her to book the appointment.


#Person1#: What do you think of the novel you just finished reading?
#Person2#: I like it a lot. It has a very funny beginning, I think. It attracts your attention the moment you begin reading it.
#Person1#: What do you like best about it?
#Person2#: I like the plot. It's so full of twists and turns. I also like the main character. She is so humorous and smart.
#Person1#: What do you think of the ending?
#Person2#: The ending is a bit weak. It's so abrupt, like those of most other detective stories.

Summary: #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# likes the novel and likes the plot and the main character best.


#Person1#: Good morning, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to know something about the weather in New York this week.
#Person1#: Well, it's fairly hot and there's much rain in the evenings.
#Person2#: I see, thanks very much for your help.

Summary: #Person1# tells #Person2# the weather in New York.


#Person1#: Good afternoon. This is Michelle Li speaking, calling on behalf of IBA. Is Mr. Meng available at all?
#Person2#: This is Mr. Meng speaking, Michelle.
#Person1#: Oh, hello! Sorry about that. I'm just calling to say that we've received your new Corporate Credit Card from HQ.
#Person2#: That was quick! I wasn't expecting it until later this week.
#Person1#: Yes, our application procedures have speeded up since we started using the new fast-track system.
#Person2#: Shall I come in and collect it?
#Person1#: Or we can send it to you. But if you would like to use it at the ATM, you'll need to wait for your PIN number.
#Person2#: Mmmm... if I come in and collect it this afternoon, is there any way I could use it today? Petty cash is getting low, so I need to draw some money.
#Person1#: As long as you bring your ID, etc, we can serve you over the counter. But you won't be able to use the ATM until your new PIN number arrives.
#Person2#: I see. Yes, that's fine. I'll be there at around 2:30 pm. See you later, and thanks.

Summary: Michelle Li phones for Mr.Meng to inform him that his new Corporate Credit Card has been received. Mr.Meng will collect it this afternoon to draw some money as his cash is running low.