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Hattie: lunch at Cooler's?
Edith: sounds gr8. 1 pm is good?
Pembroke: can i join?
Hattie: super, cu there @ 1 | Hattie, Edith and Pembroke are going to Cooler's for lunch. They are meeting at 1 pm. |
#Person1#: Hi, do you have any tickets for the show tonight?
#Person2#: Sorry, it's all sold out.
#Person1#: Well, do you have any for tomorrow?
#Person2#: We have tickets for the matinee. It starts at 3p. m.
#Person1#: Ok. I'll take it.
#Person2#: Where would you like to sit?
#Person1#: Do you have anything in the middle section? I want a good view, but sitting too close hurts my eyes.
#Person2#: Certainly. | #Person2# helps #Person1# buy a ticket in the middle section for the matinee tomorrow. |
Henry: I'm sad
Dick: Don't worry
Carl: Be happy! :P | Henry is down. Dick and Carl cheer him up. |
family member: I have lived in the town nearby all my life. I visit the temple as it's the ultimate place of peace in this town. I love the gold statues and the water fountain.
the weary traveler: I can see why you love it! It would give me pleasure every day to come here.
family member: Yes, please. Give me your things and let me put them up. I wish I could offer you a place to sleep, but I assure you that your food will arrive shortly.
the weary traveler: I have a sleeping bag and there is a resting place outside the temple for me to sleep. Thank goodness the weather is fair and cool!
family member: Delightful! Then I will urge you to rest after you are well sated from your meal. I know you must be starving.
the weary traveler: Thank you so much for being so kind and giving me a place to rest. I only wish I had something to give you for your kindness
family member: Nothing necessary! I've often benefitted from the kindness of others. I'm just happy I can repay their goodness.
Summarize the dialogue | the weary traveler is looking for a place to rest after a long journey. he is grateful to the family member for letting him stay at the temple. |
priest: Welll....in the labor of God, I feel sufficient. Good? I can't say.
founder: I think this is a lovely church I wish to light a candle for prayer
priest: Wonderful. But, founder, do you happen to be here for the confessions? To sign yourself over to God?
founder: I really do no wrong so I don't see the need
priest: It's not because you do no wrong. It's to protect you when others do wrong to you.
founder: I see I shall think on it how goes the service today
priest: I've had to pray the Rosary once an hour all day. Constant confessions, constant work on the building. But it's all worth it to protect our people. Hold on to this?
founder: why thank you sir that was very kind
priest: And, if you ever feel under attack, or alone, or scared? Give this a read.
founder: I shall cherish this always but don't you need these things
priest: I need only for my flock.
founder: ok just wanted to make sure let me know if there is anything I can do to help you
Summarize the dialogue | founder wants to light a candle in the church. The priest suggests he should go to confession. |
Darren Millar AM: This is a huge mess is not it ? It is a huge mess which is causing lots of pressure and extra work for teachers lots of pressure and extra work for learners and is affecting the wellbeing of students at a time when they need to be mentally fit in order to go through the general stress that learners face when they have exams coming up We know that the problems are not confined to Welshmedium resources they are also being experienced in English language resources as well particularly in terms of the availability of textbooks You have both mentioned—both of your organisations have mentioned that there needs to be some sort of common core of resources available for learners and teachers and I would agree with you on that front But is not a textbook a pretty basic element of anybodys toolkit for supporting a child getting through the information that they need to learn and swot up on in advance of exams ?
Gareth Pierce: I think that the evidence is that different learners see their requirements differently And I agree that a textbook is part of the picture that should be available But I think the evidence also shows that not every young person will use them perhaps the teacher uses them There is an emphasis for example from one pupil there on that traditional model of revision namely class notes and his own revision notes but that he personally also wanted a textbook So certainly the content of a textbook is going to be important and that that is available in some form or other It was very interesting to know for example that when he was describing the traditional model of revision he felt that he would had quite a lot of the content of the textbook through the classroom notes Much of that digital content of course corresponds to the content areas of a textbook but it is just in a different form But in general there should be a textbook And some of our frustration as well is that the timetables of some individual publishers do not always get us to the point where there is a textbook available in time That does not happen so often in English medium but we know about that in time in the Welsh provision
Darren Millar AM: Well it is happened fairly regularly in the Englishmedium textbook world has not it ? My daughter—she featured in that video—has got her RS qualifications coming up and she only had a textbook over the Easter period I mean it is completely unacceptable And many others in that video are also being affected You mentioned digital resources not everybodys got access to digital resources in their own homes even in Wales So are not we giving a significant disadvantage to those learners who might need the traditional swotting up from a textbook method of revision and benefit from that ?
Mike Ebbsworth: We do ensure that those digital resources include things that the teachers can also print Most of these are resources for teachers so that the teachers can adapt them for their own use to suit the learners who are in front of them at any given time But certainly there are materials there If there are activities then those activities can be printed off and handed to pupils so that they can take them home So I would be sceptical about that comment We are thinking of the totality ultimately
Gareth Pierce: I think you are right that the availability of technology is an important part of this big picture The young people talk about websites and blogs and we are talking about digital resources so being able to reach those resources I think is vital in Wales It is interesting to note two contradictory remarks from the teaching associations in the letters One praises what is available digitally whereas another teaching organisation sees this as more work for teachers As Mike said we have created those resources that can be adapted One teaching organisation says that it just creates more work while another organisation says that the digital resource is something that is very valuable Of course the headteacher at the end was praising the fact that in a situation of crisis or unacceptable timetables we have succeeded in creating some resources that will be in the textbook later but available digitally at an early stage But I agree with your core comment that technology is vital and access to that and also the content of a textbook in some form is vital as well
Darren Millar AM: Mr Blaker you would agree that a textbook should be an essential core piece of the resource pack available for each qualification
Philip Blaker: I think we would not want to underplay the desirability of textbooks recognising that different learners have different learning styles and may look to different resources I think what I would like to raise is a wider concern about textbooks in their current model which is very much around the fact that every time there is a change in a specification there is a new textbook which is designed around that specification and is endorsed by an awarding body which is a nice model for a publisher because every time there is a change there is an opportunity for a new textbook There are two concerns that I would like to raise on that First the focus on teaching and learning Ofsted and also Estyn have raised concerns about the focus in teaching on teaching to the test as a common concern in both nations I have a concern that having a textbook that is endorsed by the awarding body and is designed specifically around that specification may lead to some of that tendency And also there is the sustainability of the model We know that we are about to go into another round of reforms associated with the curriculum change That is going to lead to another round of textbooks that may need to be focused on qualifications I think I would much rather see that textbooks are seen as a curriculum resource that are broader than perhaps the model of endorsement and the current model of publication suggest
Darren Millar AM: So you do not think that a textbook for each subject should be a core resource for pupils who are learning in advance of examinations
Emyr George: I would just like to pick you up on that I think a textbook for each subject is absolutely an essential part of the broad range of resources that you would want to see available for people to choose what they prefer but on a subject perhaps rather than a specific specification because I think there is a tendency to conflate the two and much of the underlying content that is assessed in one specification or a new updated specification will remain unchanged It is true that there may be a different focus or emphasis or a different style of questioning but that can be picked up more nimbly through supplementary digital resources for example which can highlight that change particularly to a teacher so that they can shape their lesson planning around that What we are looking at here are reformed GCSEs and reformed Alevels in subjects that are wellestablished traditional subjects and so whilst it is not necessarily the ideal I think it is important to remember that there is already a good deal of preexisting resources including textbooks out there in schools already We are not for a moment saying that that is the situation that we would want everybody to be in I think it might be preferable if the textbook was perfectly bespoke to the course and did not contain any extraneous material but that perhaps is an ideal picture and I think we do need to remember that there are already many resources out there that are available to teachers and to students
Darren Millar AM: But of course unlike their peers in perhaps other parts of the UK we have teachers who are having to go meticulously through some of these other resources that might be available to determine whether they are appropriate for use in the classroom given that the specification is different in terms of the new qualifications Can I just ask you about the disadvantage that some learners might face as a result of the lack of textbooks ? Mr Blaker I note that you sought to reassure the committee in some of your opening remarks about the fact that equivalent outcomes are what you aim to achieve in discussion with the WJEC in terms of the outcome of assessments and I think that that is a very positive thing But how do you differentiate between the different learning styles of individual students who are in that cohort to ensure that the disadvantage that one faces because they are somebody who relies particularly heavily on textbooktype learning traditional sort of swotting up for examinations versus someone who is much more digitally aware and able to use digital resources— ? How do you make sure that it is fair to the cohort as a whole while still enabling some of these individuals for whom textbooks are important not to face disadvantage within that cohort ?
Philip Blaker: The systems that are in place are very much around making sure that awarding is fair across the whole cohort It is very difficult—in fact it would be impossible—to unpick all of the different factors that might affect performance because you could well have a textbook that is been available for some time it may be somebody is preferred leaning style to use a textbook but did they use that textbook effectively ? You know did they open it in revision or did they not open it in revision ? So there are so many different factors that can affect individual performance I think it is impossible to unpick a particular aspect like the availability of resources Motivation would be one thing an individual learners motivation in the subject The biggest input would be the quality of teaching I think evidence has been provided to you by the regional consortia which we saw yesterday They particularly wanted to stress this point I think that the quality of teaching is probably the most dominant and the most important factor in relation to a learners ultimate performance in the examination
Darren Millar AM: I understand that but you also understand that someone who does not have the resources that they feel are best suited to them face some element of a greater disadvantage than others for whom perhaps textbooks are less important
Gareth Pierce: I think also perhaps related to that it is important to mention digital literacy here Every young person in Wales I would hope taking GCSE or Alevel should have that digital literacy in order to source the valuable materials available—that they should have those skills Then they have the choice whether they go down the digital route or do they do as Mike suggested—much of the digital material can be printed—or do they then turn to textbooks in the hope that those would be available ? That would then allow for a pupils personal learning choice to be reflected It is also important for teachers to confirm that their ways of teaching do support these alternative approaches taken by pupils Not every pupil will choose to learn or revise in exactly the same way So the flexibility for the pupil is very important I think
Darren Millar AM: I understand that but I have got people in my constituency who have not even got a broadband link at home so there is a digital disadvantage as well Can I just ask you about the reason why this has taking so long to sort out ? It was back in 2015 that concerns were first raised about the availability of textbooks in both English and Welsh for the new qualifications We are three years on what on earth has been happening in the interim and why is it taking so long ? If you have got these resources digitally why can not they just be compounded into textbooks pretty straightforwardly ?
Gareth Pierce: I think the main reason for that is that there are three series of reforms of qualifications that have happened There were some in 2015 other subjects in 2016 and other subjects in 2017 Those three cycles of reform have all suffered from the short timetable that was between approving a qualification and publishers being able to start the work Perhaps an interesting comparison would be a subject being taught for the first time in 2015—where that subject has reached now in terms of resources I would hope that each one of those subjects have more available now in terms of resources and therefore we are adding each year—not textbooks but digital resources There are more past papers available of course We are working on sample work at the request of teachers So every subject is moving on over a period of time of five to six years while that specification is being studied But those same difficulties have unfortunately affected 2015 subjects and 2017 subjects and that is why we are discussing the same thing in 2018
Darren Millar AM: So it is the scale of the challenge and the volume of the work ? | Darren Millar thought replacing textbooks would cause a lot of pressure and extra work for teachers and students, believing that the textbook was a basic element for children to learn and revise and an essential core piece for qualification. Also the digital resources were not accessible for everyone even in Wales. Darren Millar AN was also worried some learners would face disadvantages as a result of textbooks, who might not adapt digital contents well. |
duke: Perhaps just one. Oh, that reminds me, I seem to have torn a hole in the side of my trouser's, right here. Could you possibly patch them up for me at your earliest convenience?
maid: That is beneath me. I'll make one of the other maids do it. Those stupid girls do whatever I tell them to do.
duke: Sound's great, do you have anything else that I may wear until they are finished?
maid: Of course, here are your fresh trousers, just laundered. Now kiss me or go away. I am very busy.
duke: Right, well then I must be off. There are many important tasks that I've yet to attend to and certainly not enough time for a duke such as myself. Good day, my dear.
maid: Good day to you too. Don't forget to inform me as soon as the poison is here. I am anxious to have it done.
duke: Certainly, the minute it arrives you are sure to be the first and only one to know.
Summarize the dialogue | duke has torn a hole in his trouser's. Maid will have them patched up. Duke has to leave soon. |
#Person1#: Do you have something to read?
#Person2#: Yes, I do.
#Person1#: Could you lend me one?
#Person2#: OK. Here you are.
#Person1#: Thanks. It's rather cold this morning, wouldn't you say?
#Person2#: You're right.
#Person1#: Do you know the news?
#Person2#: Which one?
#Person1#: Brazil wins the World Cup.
#Person2#: Yes, I see. | #Person1# borrows something to read from #Person2# and they talk about the news. |
#Person1#: Look! Allen has the mic!
#Person2#: I thought he only liked to listen!
#Person1#: That was before he heard Stanley sing! I guess he couldn't stand it any more, so he decided to give it a try himself!
#Person2#: ( Sound of Allen singing ) Hey, Allen has a really good voice! He sounds like Johnny Dean!
#Person1#: And he can move. too! He dances like Ricky Martin! | #Person1# and #Person2# are surprised that John Allen can sing and dance well. |
man: What are you doing here lizard you are surrounded by water?
lizards: I am here to eat the barflies
man: I see shall I help you get some?
lizards: Yes please, man. But first tell me about yourself, you look like a nice single man
man: I have lived alone for most of my days until this guy in a hood offered me this boathouse!
lizards: Do you own this fine establishment?
man: I sure hope so I gave that guy almost a million dollars for it!
lizards: Wow! As a lizard my brain cannot comprehend that much dolugh
man: Now tell me about yourself lizard where do you come from?
lizards: I come from the land of Forest. I live near a lovely creek with lots of yummy bugs.
man: Do you have a family? I bet you do!
lizards: Yes, I have many lizard wives with whom I eat many bugs
man: I bet you are a rad duude.
Summarize the dialogue | Lizards is here to eat the barflies. Man bought a boathouse for almost a million dollars. Lizards has many lizard wives. |
Carol: So, I have called the SPA, massage under the discount is the signature one
Liz: What's the signature one about?
Carol: Includes peeling, then some mask and at the end a regular full body massage
Liz: And how much is it?
Carol: It's 150 regular price for 50 min, so discounted will be 75
Liz: Ok, sounds reasonable
Carol: I have booked myself 1pm, after work
Liz: How do I book one?
Carol: You can step by the spa, or just call them from the desk phone, its 2279 extension
Liz: Oh thanks! I'm on it
Carol: I haven't been there before so I just booked with whomever was available
Liz: So with whom you booked?
Carol: With Sandra
Liz: Ok, I have heard that she is pretty good
Carol: We will see
Liz: I might just wait until you go, and see how you felt
Carol: Sure, no problem, I'll tell you everything
Liz: Thanks, I'll ask around in the meantime
Carol: I don't want to know if I chose badly, I just want to relax finally
Liz: Oh, I get ya, it has been a long summer | Carol is getting a full body massage half price for 75. She booked an appointment with Sandra at 1 pm. Liz will wait until Carol goes to find out her opinion. Liz will ask around but Carol doesn't want to know if she chose badly. |
Walter: Has anyone seen last month's sales numbers yet?
Khandi: Not yet. I think they're still being corrected by accounting.
Walter: Oh, geez! Will that make our bonuses late?
Khandi: Three guesses...
Walter: They come up with every excuse NOT to pay us!
Khandi: Can you blame them? This place is a wreck.
Walter: I know. The men's room toilets have been out of use on this floor for a week. We all have to go down to the factory!
Khandi: I saw the sign on the door.
Walter: Yeah, can't they afford to get it fixed if they pay our bonuses?
Khandi: Seems like no!
Walter: It's ridiculous the amount of time we waste around here on silly things. That would save a lot if we were more efficient!
Khandi: Well, tell someone!
Walter: I have a good mind to, but why bother?
Khandi: You never know. | Walter and Khandi are afraid the bonuses will arrive late as nobody has seen last month's sales numbers yet. They're unhappy with the poor condition of their company. |
parishioner: It makes me happy every time i enter the church to see it, but I agree it needs renovating.
king's architect: Maybe it could huge a giant, pagan idol in the middle of the floor.
parishioner: What kind of arch would an architect call that?
king's architect: Arch of the Ram. It's all the rage these days.
parishioner: Interesting. Where was it first seen?
king's architect: In my basement...I build them and spread them far and wide. The king has 4 in his bedchambers alone.
parishioner: How interesting to get the inside track! Are they made or arch and silver too?
king's architect: It's mostly flesh and bone...
parishioner: I guess the sheeps-scabious is the purple color for his royalty.
king's architect: What kind of buildings do you like?
parishioner: A range, but functional is a must.
king's architect: And who are you worshipping here anyway?
Summarize the dialogue | king's architect wants to renovate the church. He suggests putting a giant pagan idol in the middle of the floor. |
#Person1#: Don't have some relation with him. You know, he is not a kind man.
#Person2#: Yeah. Sometimes I just cannot accept his behavior.
#Person1#: If you attack him, be sure you'll get a Roland for an Oliver.
#Person2#: OK, it's better to be far away from him. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to be far away from a man. #Person2# agrees. |
Ginger: need some sugar
Ginger: desperately!!!
Phylis: <lol>
Phylis: I'm baking a pie
Phylis: come if u want :D
Ginger: be right there!!! | Ginger needs to eat something sweet. Phylis is baking a pie. Ginger will come to Phylis shortly. |
Nadia: <file_other>
Nadia: what do you think?
Sara: looks good
Sara: but you choose :) | Sara thinks it looks good and asks Nadia to choose. |
Rowan: come over, we're making pancakes
Jesus: pancakes? are you serious? xD
Rowan: <file_photo>
Jesus: is that really pancakes mix??
Rowan: you still have that electric stove right?
Jesus: youre damn right i have, im on my way dude
Rowan: bring your own fork too xD
Jesus: -_- | Rowan invites Jesus over for pancakes. Jesus will be there soon. |
unicorn: I believe i was carrying dead people but I am unaware how they got on me. Let us use one of the swords to attempt to break open the door.
dogs: uhh... i got no thumbs... I can use a spear. I mean a spear is a big stick isn't it? I'm sure I could use a spear. Nodnodnod
unicorn: No to to worry. I can use my magic powers to move the swords. Are you able to smell and hear very well?
dogs: I can smell stuff....( moves towards you looking like I want to sniff your buttt, but I'm short and can't reach.) okay I can smell you, the dead folks, the rrrrrraccoon and some other people..... they smell stinky
unicorn: focus on the other people.. can you hear them?
dogs: Hush, I can't hear with you talking. They are walking back and forth. One of them has a limp. And had garlic for lunch.
Summarize the dialogue | unicorn is carrying dead people. Dogs will use a spear to break the door. |
Jennie: Hi Sally, is your student room still free?
Sally: yes it is
Jennie: a friend of mine is looking for accomodation for her son for 2 months
Sally: i'll be glad to rent the room. Your friend may contact me whenever she wants.
Jennie: thanks for her. | Sally's student room is still free. Jennie's friend needs accommodation for her son for 2 months. Sally will be glad to rent the room. |
Caleb: Did you see the Presidents at the funeral today? Chilly!
Rose: I did! Can you blame them, though? He's a dick!
Caleb: True. But they were on tv...
Rose: So?
Caleb: Well, I just thought they'd interact more. He didn't even speak to most of them.
Rose: And vice versa!
Rose: Do you really expect the Clintons to want to talk to him?
Caleb: I guess not!
Caleb: I'm not a fan or anything, just thought it was weird!
Rose: Well, his approval is at an all time low and they have been in his actual shoes, so...
Caleb: True. Anyway, the service was moving.
Rose: It was. Good speeches.
Caleb: Don't think I could speak at a funeral, but you never know.
Rose: Exactly. Hope you don't find out!
Caleb: Right! | The presidents attended a funeral today. He didn't speak to most of them. His approval is at an all time low. |
alien: Well, I've always considered myself a budding model, would you like me to act as a model?
artist: I might consider that. If it just wasn't so hot. The sun seems to shimmer off this red sand.
alien: Yeah, it's mighty toasty here. The planet I'm from is quite a bit colder so it's taking me some time to adjust to the heat.
artist: I think I will paint you with a background of the desert. Nature at its hottest.
alien: Perfect! I'm happy to be immortalized in this beautiful painting.
artist: If you will stand right next to that small crater, I should be able to get a good portrait of you.
alien: Got it. So, why did your king ask you to come out and paint this desert? Is he a fan of the arts?
artist: I am financed by the King. When I give him this portrait, he will give me even more money.
alien: Ah, in it for the money, I see? I completely understand.
Summarize the dialogue | alien will act as a model for the artist. The artist will paint the alien with a background of the desert. The king will pay the artist for the painting. |
#Person1#: Now, Mr. William, a little personal information first, are you married?
#Person2#: Yes. I am. Actually my wife is a teacher.
#Person1#: What's your major?
#Person2#: German.
#Person1#: How long have you been study in German?
#Person2#: Since I first met my wife, about three years.
#Person1#: And just one more question, would you like to be an interpreter?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to do that.
#Person1#: Very good, you can come here to work next month.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person1#'s interviewing Mr. William who majors in German and willing to be an interpreter. |
ornate birds: This looks tasty
squirrel: la la la
ornate birds: hey give that back!
squirrel: squeak squeak squeak squeak squeak squeak. i need this to feed my family bro.
ornate birds: cant you eat this instead
squirrel: :)
ornate birds: I thought that was for your family!
squirrel: i'm single
ornate birds: thats the last straw!
squirrel: don't attack me. think of my family.
ornate birds: Youve done nothing but lie to me this whole time! Its time for you to learn a lesson
squirrel: i am a squirrel. it is in my nature.
ornate birds: Ill make you a deal little rodent. Ill let you go but if I ever see you in my neck of the fairy forest again you are my next dinner
Summarize the dialogue | squirrel stole food from ornate birds. |
farm worker: No problem. Can I help you look?
boat captain: It's a compass. I must find it. It was my father's. The only thing I have left of him.
farm worker: Oh no! I will help you find it, even if we have to look all night.
boat captain: Thank you sir...I will give you a gold coin if you find it...You'll need to come to my ship at the Kings dock to collect it...as my guest of course.
farm worker: That's so kind of you, sir! When does the ship leave?
boat captain: We are departing whenever the King and his court is ready. We are honored to take His Majesty and the Royal Family to the island for a holiday.
farm worker: The island! How fun! You must be one of the king's favorite subjects for taking him to the island!
boat captain: Is that it??? Over there...I see it shining in the muck..
farm worker: I do believe it is! I'll get it!!!
Summarize the dialogue | The boat captain is looking for a compass. He will give the farm worker a gold coin if he finds it. The farm worker will come to the captain's ship at the King's dock to collect the coin. |
Lenny: Which one of you has blue socks with grey... I guess kittens on them?
Grace: They sound super cute, so let's say they're mine ^^
Pamela: They're mine. What about them?
Lenny: I have some bad news - your cat reckt one of them :P
Pamela: :(
Grace: Oh, the joys of having a feline...
Pamela: I'll just take the other one and frame it.
Grace: To commemorate they're service.
Pamela: exactly
Lenny: There's a great spot in the living room.
Pamela: save it for me ;*
Lenny: You bet | Pamela's cat ruined her blue and grey sock. Pamela wants to frame the other sock and hang it in the living room. |
#Person1#: Hey, I heard you were leaving San Francisco.
#Person2#: That's right. By next week, I'll be living in the Big Apple.
#Person1#: New York. Why? I thought you loved the West Coast.
#Person2#: I do. It's beautiful and the weather is perfect, but I'm trying to make it as a singer and it's impossible here. All of the music clubs here have closed down in the last few years.
#Person1#: Do you know why?
#Person2#: Yeah, as housing prices have gone up, clubs have been torn down to build new apartments.
#Person1#: That's true. Now the only places to go in San Francisco are fancy restaurants.
#Person2#: Yeah, so there isn't anywhere to perform.
#Person1#: OK, but won't your family miss you?
#Person2#: I only have a brother here. Most of my family is actually in Philadelphia. I'll be much closer to them once I move.
#Person1#: Isn't it expensive in New York?
#Person2#: It is, but San Francisco has also become quite expensive in the past few years. My rent will be about the same.
#Person1#: Wow. Well. Are you sure you'll be able to find places to perform?
#Person2#: Yes, I've actually scheduled a performance already and it's important that I do not waste anytime. I'm 26 years old and I need to make a name for myself in the next 4 years.
#Person1#: Wow, most women at your age are thinking about getting married.
#Person2#: Not me. I don't think I will ever get married. I just want to sing. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# will move to New York because there's no chance for a singer in San Francisco. #Person2# has scheduled performance in New York and wants to make a name for herself. |
army: Hold this while i suit up.
squire: Oh, dear. It appears that armor is a bit snug. Have you been eating too much?
army: Hey now, who taught you to be so rude?
squire: I mean no offense, Sir. I just want to make sure you will be comfortable.
army: I am just joshing you. Lighten up sport.
squire: Good, I would be so upset had I offended you.
army: We are all friends here squire. if you'd like i can hold off on the jokes.
squire: Do you need this chain mail?
army: Yes, thank you. I am to fight someone today. For my honor.
squire: Ah, you will be in my prayers! However I know you are excellent in battle.
army: Thank you squire. It has been a long road to get to where i am at as far as fighting technique.
squire: I just hope one day I will be able to fight as well as you!
Summarize the dialogue | army is putting on his chain mail. squire is joking with him. army is going to fight someone today for his honor. |
Jade: Hi :-) could you please send me pics of your notes? i couldn't come to the class, cause i had a lecture
Jessica: Hi! :) Sorry, I skipped this class too. :(
Jade: Why? are you ill or smth?
Jessica: No, everything's fine - it turned out, that there were cockroaches in my apartment, so I started bug bombing and just forgot to go to the class.
Jade: ugh, did you kill them all?
Jade: what a nightmare
Jessica: Yes, at least I hope so :)
Jade: I hope so too! otherwise I'll never visit you again :D | Jade didn't come to the class because he had a lecture. Jessica didn't come to the class because she was fighting cockroaches in her apartment. Jessica forgot to go to the class. Jessica hopes she killed all cockroaches. |
#Person1#: Hi, Michael, how's it going?
#Person2#: Well, things are all right.
#Person1#: I heard you got a new roommate. What's he like?
#Person2#: Yeah, Bob moved in last week. He is a nice guy and so far everything is cool except this girlfriend.
#Person1#: Oh? What's wrong with his girlfriend?
#Person2#: She came over last weekend. She is a nice girl but there's something about her voice that really creeps me out. I tried to smile and be polite, but the whole time all I could think was ' what's wrong with your voice? '
#Person1#: Well, I guess it might take some time to get used to.
#Person2#: I doubt it. Last time was an oral train wreck. Listening to her talk is like chewing tin foil.
#Person1#: Oh come on, it's not that bad.
#Person2#: No, it's so much worse. And tonight they invited me out to dinner. I really have no idea how I'm going to pull it off.
#Person1#: Rough. Maybe you can do the most of the talking.
#Person2#: That's the plan.
#Person1#: Good luck. | Michael tells #Person1# his new roommate is nice but he cannot withstand his roommate's girlfriend's voice. Michael may do most of the talking at the invited dinner with them. |
Mark Reckless AM: Gareth can I just put to you— ? On the Estyn criticism I think you have answered one aspect of their criticism that WJEC did not make as many sample assessment materials available as schools would have liked early on in the reform process and I understand your position there but they went on and said At times the sample assessment materials were provided with incorrect mark schemes and also It would be helpful if the WJEC ensure that all necessary resources were made available before the start date of each qualification Do you have a response to those points ?
Gareth Pierce: Again probably I would like a conversation with them about any problems with the specimen assessments and their mark schemes because if they are the statutory regulatory ones they would have gone through Philips team as well or his Welsh Government predecessors as regulators depending on which qualifications they were Obviously we need to be spoton with those Very occasionally somebody will identify an error and obviously we then correct them because these are available digitally online So if there is a problem we want to hear about it and then we can correct it But yes I agree with their fundamental premise that ideally the whole package of resources should be available before teaching starts including as we mentioned earlier so we can draw on that set of resources in the events we run as WJEC free of charge for teachers leading up to the first teaching We need that information ourselves as well so we can talk about the use of these valuable resources in an appropriate pedagogical context in that preparatory year So the ideal is that everything is there 12 months ahead
Mark Reckless AM: So what mechanism do you have for picking up on this type of criticisms from Estyn and having that conversation with them ? Has that not happened ?
Gareth Pierce: We have met with Estyn a couple of times recently actually—once when they were beginning their review of the key stage 4 qualifications that had been in place for two years and a bit and also when they were planning a review of some of the Alevel work Because we do have regular meetings with them we will have an opportunity to explore their comments here I am sure | Gareth Pierce decided that they would have regular meetings with Estyn about any problems with the specimen assessments and the mark schemes. They agreed with Estyn that ideally the whole package of resources should be available before teaching starts and would work on that. |
Peter: Can you dance salsa?
Jesus: Sure!
Ricardo: I'm not a great dancer but I manage
Ricardo: Girls always praise me ;P
Jesus: Why are you asking?
Peter: Last night I went to a latino club
Peter: I really liked the music
Peter: People were dancing, having so much fun
Peter: I wonder if it's difficult to learn salsa | Jesus and Ricardo can dance salsa. Peter was at tje latino club last night. He found it enjoyable. |
Julie Morgan AM: The additional £64 million that went to HEFCW in the 201718 year which I think you say is partly because of Brexit and partly because of demographic and recruitment challenges what do you expect to see as a result of that spending ?
Kirsty Williams AM: That funding was allocated as I said to enable HEFCW to deal with any shortterm implications arising out of demographic changes because we have seen a drop in the number of 18yearolds and the initial implications of EU transition It was allocated as part of HEFCWs overall grant in aid and therefore the council was given discretion as to how it was to be apportioned to the sector The money was brought forward a year because in conversations with HEFCW and the institutions they felt that that money would be more useful earlier on So it was money that was brought forward into the allocation for 201718 as opposed to 201819 because they wanted to have that resource earlier rather than later With regard to additional resources you will be aware that we have made an additional resource of £5 million available to mitigate the freeze in tuition fees and £5 million has been made available to HEFCW to kickstart the work on postgraduate support until we are in a position to fully implement Diamond at the postgraduate level
Julie Morgan AM: You say that the money is used at the discretion of the universities So you do not have an analysis of how that was spent
Kirsty Williams AM: The financial allocation as I said was agreed with the funding council and it was there to help universities with any cash flow issues but if you would like further details I can provide those as much as I am able
Julie Morgan AM: I think it would be interesting if we know what the money was spent on and of course that money is now not available for the next financial year so there is no way of carrying on what they were doing with it presumably
Kirsty Williams AM: Well as I said it was part of the overall allocation to HEFCW With specific regard to dealing with the impact of Brexit you will be aware that we have reached an agreement in principle on the funding of £35 million to the Global Wales initiative This was an application that came in from Universities Wales looking at specifically targeting and beefing up international work and international recruitment work to support them at this time and we are currently working with Universities Wales on the exact details and outcomes they would expect from that investment | When discussing the funding to support Wales universities to go through the financial problems, Julie Morgan mentioned that they have funded Wales universities with 6.4 million dollars in 2017-18. Kirsty Williams added that they had actually made an additional resource of £5 million available to mitigate the freeze in tuition fees, and another £5 million had been made available to HEFCW to kick-start the work on postgraduate support. With the adequate funding, Kirsty Williams believed that there would be little need to worry about the fiscal problems of Wales universities. |
the high priest, reading an arcane book: Now, before you go please let me read you a passage from this book. It tells of travel and self-discovery, I think you may find it helpful for your leave away in the secular world.
nun: Of course, I would be most glad to receive any instruction you would deign to grace me with.
the high priest, reading an arcane book: While you are away, in the moments you find yourself alone, collect the things that speak to your heart. Keep them in a box and bring them with you when you return. Keep them close while you are away, they will help you remember who you are.
nun: Yes, yes, High Priest, indeed I shall! I will not let the clawing and pawing of the lay world distract me from my true purpose in this life, nor the service I pledged myself to the divine!
the high priest, reading an arcane book: Now, go! If you need anything else, look within for the answers.
Summarize the dialogue | nun is going on a leave in the secular world. The high priest advises her to collect things that speak to her heart and bring them with her when she returns. |
Milena: Are you in Moscow as well?
John: I didn't get a visa this time
Milena: What?! Bastards!
Irina: sad. I'm alway here of course
Galina: me too
Milena: ok, let's meet theses days | Milena, Irina and Galina are in Moscow, John is not. |
#Person1#: Where do you want to go, Madam?
#Person2#: The Hilton Hotel, please? Uh, it's cold, huh? I'm freezing.
#Person1#: Come on, San Francisco's usually cold in winter, you know? It's often very rainy, which makes the weather colder.
#Person2#: Well, it gets very hot in summer, doesn't it?
#Person1#: Not really, it gets warm in July and August. That's the best time to visit the city. Ah-oh, here comes the rain.
#Person2#: It's raining hard. By the way, how long will it take us to reach the hotel?
#Person1#: About half an hour. Would you like to listen to some light music?
#Person2#: That would be lovely. | #Person1# will take #Person2# to the hotel and #Person1# tells #Person2# that San Francisco's winter is often cold and rainy. |
maid: How are you today guard?
guard: Good day maid. I am in a fine mood, only three more hours of standing here.
maid: You say only as if the time must pass quite slowly.
guard: Only as slowly as the sloth crawls.
maid: I work in the queens chambers so the days are long but quick, sometimes they almost seem to blend into one.
guard: The Queen, that's a high honor. Is she as fair and sweet as they say?
maid: She is, I am quite envious of her high standing.
guard: I am quite envious of anyone who doesn't have to stand here for ten hours straight.
maid: Do you never get to move around the temple?
guard: Nay, my post is to stay here, not patrol.
maid: I see, how unfortunate. I cannot stand to stand still.
guard: I stare at this beauty and wealth all day, then go home to my hovel.
maid: A meager life I take it?
Summarize the dialogue | Guard stands guard in the temple for 10 hours straight. Maid works in the queen's chambers. |
king: How are you doing my queen?
the queen: I am troubled, my love.
king: Troubled by what my dear?>
the queen: I've heard certain rumors...
king: Rumors you say?
the queen: There have been rumors that a coo is being planned against you, darling.
king: Who would do such a thing?
the queen: I don't know. Your knights? The guard? My sources were not specific.
king: Hmm, there must be a way to determine who it might be, this is a serious matter.
the queen: Perhaps speaking to the captain of the guard will provide some clues?
king: I suppose we should send for him then, get this sorted out he has always been a loyal man.
the queen: I hope our trust in him proves wise...
king: I hope so as well, it would be tragic for him to be part of it.
Summarize the dialogue | the queen is worried about rumors of a plot against the king. she will speak to the captain of the guard to find out more. |
#Person1#: So the apartment comes unfurnished?
#Person2#: This one is. I have another one that's furnished, but I'm not sure you'll like the furniture.
#Person1#: We have tons of furniture. What we need are air conditioners.
#Person2#: This building is only four years old. It was built with central air.
#Person1#: Just like in the States! That's perfect!
#Person2#: And I recently bought an American-style washer and dryer. Come and see. | #Person1# wants an apartment with air conditioners. #Person2# is showing #Person1# an apartment built with central air. |
guard: Oh my! How scandalous! How did you hear about such a thing?
person: Ah, you hear many such things if you listen enough. Although I am not one to tell tales.
guard: Would you mind sharing a swig of that flask, friend? I have had a long week and I just need to unwind a bit...
person: Of course. Have you seen anyone with the dancer.
guard: Well... I have heard rumors too. They say my fair lady may be the one involved in all the ruckus you were speaking of earlier.
person: Yes, I figured that. Of course, I wont tell anyone what you tell me.
guard: Thank you. I have heard that my lady has been cheating on me with the dancer you spoke of earlier. I just hope it isn't true, for it would break my spirit if it was!
person: Oh, how sad. Well, I for one won't let that information leave this room.
guard: You're the only real friend that I have ever known. Everyone else seems to simply take advantage of me at every chance they get!
Summarize the dialogue | Guard and Person are gossiping. Guard has heard that his lady has been cheating on him with the dancer. Person will not let this information leave this room. |
#Person1#: What do you think of this one?
#Person2#: Eh, so so.
#Person1#: And this one? Too flashy?
#Person2#: Nah, not too flashy.
#Person1#: Uhg! And this sweater from my aunt? Isn't it hideous?
#Person2#: I guess.
#Person1#: Are you even listening? I'm trying to have a conversation with you.
#Person2#: And I'm trying to watch the game, but you're yapping on about your new clothes!
#Person1#: Well I have to decide which gifts to keep and which to exchange for better ones when I go to the Boxing Day sales this afternoon!
#Person2#: Well could you do me the favor of making this quick? It's the third quarter and you've been blabbering on since the first!
#Person1#: Oh, your precious game. You watch the same game every year, and each year your beloved hometown team loses by at least three goals!
#Person2#: Oh no you didn't. You didn't just insult the Sals-bury Seals, did you? Why don't you just. just go and return all of those stupid clothes and not come back until the sales are over?
#Person1#: I might just! Enjoy your stupid game! | #Person1# is showing the new clothes to #Person2#, but #Person2# is busy watching the games. They quarrel and get angry. |
Mom: u home?
Mom: ask Megan If I should throw away that red jacket
Mom: or if she wanna come and take it
Valerie: I'm not home
Valerie: ask her yourself
Valerie: u can write to her too
Mom: ok, ok | Mom will write to Megan asking what to do with the red jacket. |
Joe: Is Myra invited to the party?
Kendra: No, I didn't want her around.
Joe: Great. I've had too much of her recently.
Kendra: Everybody's had I think. | Joe and Kendra agree that it was a good idea not to invite Myra to the party. |
the weary traveler: What can you tell me of the shrine? Is it true it holds the Relics of Saint Dwyfed's Flight from the Harpies of the Blue Mountains?
monk: The fountain is said to give visions of ones future, if one is worthy.
the weary traveler: Have you ever experienced such a vision?
monk: Ah, no, I have not tried, as I wish to spend my time in prayer, meditation, and helping others: I have no need to see beyond that.
the weary traveler: Care to experience one with me? I have brought more than enough of the sacred herb.
monk: If it will help you, I'd be glad to.
the weary traveler: Can you show me the proper way to prepare and smoke it?
monk: Soak it in water for a minute, let it dry for fifteen minutes, add a pinch of caustic salt, dip it in oil rendered from a basilisk, burn it to ash, and spreed the ashes on the waters of the fountain: easy!
Summarize the dialogue | the weary traveler is visiting the shrine of Saint Dwyfed. The monk will show the traveler how to prepare and smoke the sacred herb. |
#Person1#: Ah, Vera, it's great that you've come with me during our lunch break to do some shopping. I need to buy a suit to go to a wedding. And I have to look very smart.
#Person2#: I will make sure of that, Rob. Everybody says I have good taste. I've always chosen my husband's and my son's clothes. Rob, I love that gray suit in the window.
#Person1#: Wow, it looks really smart actually. But I like black best.
#Person2#: Well, you can try it first. | Rob thanks Vera for going shopping with him. Vera helps him choose a suit for a wedding. |
#Person1#: Can I help you in any way?
#Person2#: I would like to see your summer suits.
#Person1#: How do you like this pattern? The pink suits you well.
#Person2#: Will it wash well and the color won't fade?
#Person1#: It's of good quality. | #Person1# helps #Person2# picking summer suits. |
#Person1#: Good afternoon, Peace Hotel, what can I do for you?
#Person2#: I have made a reservation for this Sunday. My name is Bobby
#Person1#: Yes, that's right. Your room is a single one with a bath.
#Person2#: I am calling to cancel it now. I can't go to your city this week.
#Person1#: Fine, we will cancel it.
#Person2#: Thank you. | Bobby calls Peace Hotel to cancel his reservation for this Sunday. |
Dave: See that? <file_video>
Spud: hell. grose man
Dave: yeah, bugs in sweets
Spud: where?
Dave: dunno. but need to be careful lol | Dave has sent Spud a video with bugs in sweets. |
Jen: Have you read what pierce Brosnan did for his wife on the 25th anniversary?
Lena: Nah, what'd he do? wait, 25 years? that's looong.
Jen: he tweeted pictures of them over the years and thanked her for the 25 years of love.
Lena: <3 wow, how sweet.
Jen: Cheezy, I'd say. and now all the feeds are saying how they're couple goals and how we should all wish for such a hero.
Lena: I think it's nice. after all he was once called the sexiest man alive, can you imagine being married to one for 25 years and hearing how he loves you from newspapers...
Jen: yeah, compared to that I feel like curling up in bed and forgetting about Pete's smelly farts and all birthdays he forgets...
Lena: C'mon, Pete's not that bad. Brought you flowers last month...
Jen: true. still, can't help but compare. His wife got fat 'n all. And he still keeps kissing her and showing affection everywhere. Imagine being in such marriage...
Lena: everyone shows their love how they can. you shouldn't compare.
Jen: maybe you're right... | Jen thinks it's cheesy what Pierce Brosnan did for his wife on the 25th anniversary. He tweeted pictures of them thanking for 25 years of love. Jen compares her relationship with Pete to the marriage of Pierce Brosnan. Lena believes Jen should not compare. |
#Person1#: Hey, Susan. Have you got a sec? I have some questions about my paycheck.
#Person2#: You bet, Emily. Pull up a chair.
#Person1#: Well, this is my first paycheck here in the States and there are a few things I don't understand. First of all, what is this FICA, and SUI Y tax, and why are there deductions both for Medicare and for my health insurance plan?
#Person2#: OK, let's start from the top of your pay stub. This number here represents your gross pay. Then here we have a series of deductions. First off are the federal ones. FICA stands for Federal Insurance Contribution Act, or something like that. It's your federal income tax. And then there's Social Security and Medicare, which are both federal programs to help you out after you retire or if you were unable to work.
#Person1#: All right, I see. So the Medicare isn't actually a health insurance I can use now.
#Person2#: That's right. Below the federal deductions are the state deductions. There's the state income tax, and then this SUI/SDI tax you were asking about is paying into an unemployment and disability fund that our state has set up, but you can see it's a pretty small quantity that they take.
#Person1#: Yeah, I don't mind giving them a dollar fifty for that. So there are two separate income taxes,one at a state level and one at a federal level?
#Person2#: That's right. Not all states have an income tax. Some use higher property taxes or sales taxes instead.
#Person1#: I see. All right, well I think everything else I can figure out on my own. The deductions for health insurance and my 401(K) are pretty self-explanatory. Thanks for your help, Susan.
#Person2#: No problem! All those deductions do add up, and nobody's net pay is as high as they'd like. I can understand why you'd want some explanation.
#Person1#: Yeah, I guess it's the same in the UK, I just never paid much attention. See you later! | Emily is asking Susan some questions about her paycheck. Susan tells her that there are two separate income taxes-federal deductions, helping people out after they retire or if they were unable to workand, and state deductions, paying into an unemployment and disability fund that the state has set up. |
Tom: Where is my coat?
Nancy: I washed it, wear the grey jacket
Tom: ok, thanks! | Nancy washed Tom's coar so he should wear the grey jacket. |
#Person1#: Hi, Mike. We're having a party tonight, wanna come join us? You can bring your girlfriend.
#Person2#: Well. I am breaking up with Cathy.
#Person1#: What happened? Did you have a fight?
#Person2#: No. She is really a very nice girl. . .
#Person1#: Yeah, she is. She is pretty, caring, getting easy-going and she is a great cook. She is a gem.
#Person2#: Well, you are right. But sometimes she is too caring. Well, no. . . she's just possessive and I kind of want a break. . . you know. . . for some room for myself.
#Person1#: Oh? ! Did you talk with her about it?
#Person2#: I've tried, but it didn't work.
#Person1#: So, when are you going to tell her?
#Person2#: Maybe tonight. I don't know. I don't know how to tell her.
#Person1#: I know she's head over heels in love with you. She will be badly hurt!
#Person2#: I know. . . | #Person1# invites Mike and his girlfriend to a party. Mike tells #Person1# he wants to break up with Cathy as she's too possessive, but he doesn't know how to tell her. |
Mom: How are you doing sweetie?
Kim: Hey Mom, I'm ok
Mom: Are you all settled in your new place?
Kim: Pretty much, April is coming over in a sec. to help me organize things.
Mom: Ok. It's only been 2 days and I miss you already.
Kim: I know, I miss you too, but I can always get on a flight and be there in just a few hours.
Mom: Save your money for now, Christmas is coming :)
Kim: I know. But I was looking into bus routes and the prices aren't so bad. A return is just $140.
Mom: That's pretty good! We'll see as we get closer to Christmas. Do you have your schedule from school yet?
Kim: I'm supposed to get it tomorrow. Hopefully, it won't be too taxing. I mean, I'm here to learn, but it's gonna take me a while to adapt to everything, you know?
Mom: Of course, every new situation seems daunting at first, but you'll manage.
Kim: I know, I'm a smart cookie :)
Mom: Yes, you are, you always were.
Kim: Hold on, April is here.
Mom: Ok
Kim: I'll call you tomorrow through WhatsUp, ok?
Mom: Ok. Say hi to April for me
Kim: I will
Mom: Bye, don't stay up too late. You don't wanna be late for your first class.
Kim: Ok :) Bye | Kim moved to a new place. She discusses transport options with Mom. Kim is supposed to get her schedule from school tomorrow. April comes to help Kim organize things. |
Daniel: where are you?
Sophie: i am with eva.. having lunch
Daniel: where?
Sophie: in a restaurant
Daniel: which?.
Sophie: why are you investigation whats wrong
Daniel: because i am here at a restaurant and seeing someone like you with charlie and that too kissing?
Sophie: what?
Daniel: dont come back home now... i dont need you any way
Sophie: ok get lost | Daniel and Sophie break up. |
Nathan: i just joined a band!!!!!!!
Nathan: and we are awesome
Brandon: i didn't know you played any instruments
Nathan: i don't…
Nathan: believe it or not i'm the lead signer!!
Brandon: but you can't isng! I've heard you sing and you suck
Nathan: you're just saying that cause you're jealous
Brandon: trust me, i'm not hahahahah
Brandon: i'd be embarrassed if i were you actually lol
Nathan: well our first gig was great!!
Nathan: i had a lot of fun, they gave us free drinks
Nathan: some girls even asked for my phone number
Brandon: i think you may be right and i may be jelaous
Brandon: whatever… lol
Brandon: what's the name of your band anyway?
Nathan: Nathan and friends
Brandon: that's the worst name i've never heard
Brandon: REALLY the worst name i've ever heard hahahaha
Nathan: i know, it's not like we want to become professional musicians
Brandon: please tell me when you're playing next and i'll be there | Nathan joined a music band as a lead singer. Brandon will come to his next concert. |
#Person1#: Hectic. It's always hectic. But how was your windsurfing?
#Person2#: I tried it for a half-hour. It was interesting, but. . . well. . . I couldn't really do it.
#Person1#: See? I told you. It's very hard.
#Person2#: I couldn't even stand on it and hold the sail. I probably fell down fifty times.
#Person1#: Fifty times?
#Person2#: Yes, it was really stupid.
#Person1#: And how much did it cost to rent it?
#Person2#: It was fifty dollars for a half-hour.
#Person1#: Well, that's not too bad then.
#Person2#: What do you mean? It's expensive!
#Person1#: Yes, but you have to calculate a little. You paid fifty dollars and you fell down fifty times. So you only spent one dollar per fall. That's cheap. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# fell down fifty times when practicing windsurfing and the rent was fifty dollars for a half-hour. #Person1# thinks it's worth the rent. |
servant: good day my liege
soldier: my friend how is this place, do you have any thing for the king?
servant: do you have any orders sir?
soldier: Yes tell him that the Queen of this town wants to marry him
servant: Who is do i pass the message across to?
soldier: Pass it to the king you silly servant
Summarize the dialogue | The Queen wants to marry the King. The soldier wants the servant to pass the message to the King. |
#Person1#: Good morning, Mr. Smith. I've just come to tell you about the visit to a village planned for tomorrow. We have a choice of two villages. One is in the suburbs of Beijing, about 50 kilometers away. The other is in a rather out-of-the-way mountain area about 100 kilometers away. It's a small village that has recently made remarkable economic progress. It used to be very backward, but now the place has completely changed. Could you let me know which you'd prefer sometime this morning so that we can make the necessary arrangements?
#Person2#: Well, I think I'd rather visit the village in the mountains.
#Person1#: All right. In that case, I'm afraid we'll have to get up rather early tomorrow because it's quite far. We'll have lunch at the village and get back before supper. Suppose we get up at six, what do you say?
#Person2#: That's fine. | #Person1# is asking which village Mr. Smith wants to visit so they can make arrangements. Mr. Smith chooses the village in the mountains. |
animal: I like me because God me me beautiful
child: Hi little creature. What are you doing in this clearing?
animal: hello you are cute
child: Do you have a name?
animal: my name is polly
child: Hi Polly. Wanna play with me?
animal: of course, do you know how to sing?
child: My mom used to sing to me, but I don't think I know any songs.
animal: Do you know baby shark song?
child: Baby shark doo doo do doo do doo
animal: you are my best friend in the whole world you just made me smile and cry
child: Aw, shucks!
animal: You made me remember my mummy
Summarize the dialogue | Polly is a cute animal. Polly likes herself because God made her beautiful. Polly likes to play with the child. Polly knows the baby shark song. |
Jacob: soo how was the partyyy last night?
Jacob: Did I miss much?
Cynthia: tbh you missed indeed much! You have no idea who came to the party!
Jacob: gimmie gossip girl :D
Cynthia: Sweet Tooth Penny and her newest boyfriend :D
Jacob: OMG srsly? How is she doing these days?
Cynthia: Well she has recently started new work as a secretary
Jacob: no wonder, she was born to do this kind of job XD
Cynthia: and her boyfriend is a sailor
Jacob: LOL
Jacob: do you have pics?
Cynthia: sure
Cynthia: <file_photo>
Cynthia: <file_photo>
Jacob: awww…that looks pretty awesome
Jacob: and Penny is still pretty :D
Cynthia: <file_video>
Jacob: XD | Cynthia went to a party last night that Jacob didn't go to. Penny came to the party with her new boyfriend who is a sailor. Penny has recently started a new job as a secretary. |
a chambermaid: Maybe you should do that task yourself for a change!
king: You can only talk to the king like that if he likes you as one of his concubines. If not you will spend the night in prison
a chambermaid: You know what, I've had enough of your torment and abuse!
king: ok chambermaid, because you are pretty I forgive you. come to me, you know I have divine right to rule
a chambermaid: As long as you are going to be fair to me.
king: what if I ask for your hand in marriage? would you still be angry ?
a chambermaid: I'd love to, but only if you treat me as your equal and love me.
king: You seem to have read all the books in my chamber, talking about equal rights and women liberation..because of that I will so you can help me champion my new improvement programs in the kingdom, someone else will be a chambermaid from today onwards
Summarize the dialogue | a chambermaid is fed up with the king's abuse and wants to leave. the king forgives her and offers her a hand in marriage. |
Kevin: fuck where's my ps4 pro
Kevin: I still haven't received it
Jason: maaaan, that sucks, how long you can wait
Kevin: I know it's Christmas soon but come on!
Jason: damn, and I thought we'd playing by now
Kevin: yeah :/ | Kevin still has not received the PS4 Pro he ordered. Jason is disappointed that they cannot play on it yet. |
#Person1#: Hi. I'm here for flight 513 to New York but I thought I heard the paging system announce that it is canceled. Is that true?
#Person2#: I'm terribly sorry, sir, but I'm afraid it is true. That flight has been canceled. Would you like to try to book tomorrow's flight?
#Person1#: No way! I worked very hard so that I could leave on today's flight. Are there seats on another airline?
#Person2#: It's possible. If you would like to book with another airline the line is right over there.
#Person1#: You mean the line over there of about 200 people? !
#Person2#: That's the one. It seems that everyone is anxious to get to New York tonight.
#Person1#: This is a rotten way to start a vacation. I HATE lines! Can you book me on tomorrow's flight?
#Person2#: Certainly. You will also be receiving a 50 % discount as our way of apologizing for the inconvenience. | #Person1#'s flight to New York has been cancelled and he is anxious. #Person2# will help #Person1# to book a tomorrow's flight with 50 % discount. |
woman: Well maybe after a drink or two together we can head over there. So when did you become a merchant?
local merchant: A drink would hit the spot. I became a merchant when I retired from the King's guard. I wanted a safe trade, and I had connections from when I was in the service.
woman: That is quite interesting to hear. You are also lucky that the King has kept this land bandit free.
local merchant: It's because the Kingdom has become safe that I was allowed to retire.
woman: You are now in a safer trade. Is it more lucrative?
local merchant: Most definitely. I used my pension to get started and my connections to get quality merchandise.
woman: Well It's definitely easier job than being a King's guard.
local merchant: Yes. May I ask why your husband needs armor?
woman: Well, he's actually a new recruit as a guard and needs a new set of armor.
Summarize the dialogue | local merchant became a merchant after he retired from the King's guard. He used his pension to get started and his connections to get quality merchandise. |
king fulmer: That's good so what brings you to the royal kitchen
soldier named zinney: Food mostly. How about you, king?
king fulmer: Well, I came to inspect the kitchen but I am beyond shock that to see there are so many inferior items here
soldier named zinney: I don't know. They're kind of interesting.
king fulmer: Please go call someone from my that can tell me why my instructions concerning the kitchen were not obeyed
soldier named zinney: Aye! I will do that. Any special orders for them?
king fulmer: the entire interior palace be decorated in this silver from nearby Landon and with their many mines
soldier named zinney: Okay. I'll tell them. It was good meeting you.
king fulmer: Hey i'm looking for a wife, let me know if you see any suitable person
soldier named zinney: Hmm. A wife. What's your type?
king fulmer: well cultured and educated
soldier named zinney: I'll note it. Fare thee well.
Summarize the dialogue | king fulmer is shocked to see there are so many inferior items in the royal kitchen. He wants the entire interior of the palace to be decorated in silver from nearby Landon. He also wants a well cultured and educated wife. |
Anthony: Hi, I'm planning to organise a Star Wars marathon next weekend.
Antonia: Which one? 12/13 or 19/20?
Anthony: 19
Antonia: Okey.
Anthony: Would you like to come?
Antonia: I don't know. I'm not a big fan...
Antonia: But I don't have plans for that weekend.
Anthony: Come, it's gonna be fun :)
Anthony: If not for the movies, then for the company :))
Antonia: But if everyone's watching, then I'll have to sit and watch too...
Anthony: I don't think it'll look like that :)
Anthony: Maybe they'll sit and really watch one part, but not more..
Anthony: They're not all Star Wars fans, u know.
Anthony: And Mark is going to be there...
Antonia: Y do u think this is of any particular interest to me?
Anthony: C'mon! I saw u looking at him!
Antonia: U r an evil thing!
Anthony: So i'm counting you in! :)))
Antonia: ...
Antonia: I hope it's worth it...
Antonia: Omg, u r not telling me, he's a fan too?!?!?!
Anthony: Maybe he is. U should catch up on the whole series! :D :D :D
Antonia: Or I'll let him explain it all to me ^^
Anthony: Hahaha! Good tactics girl! | Antonia will come to Anthony for a Star Wars marathon at the weekend of 19/20 even though she's not a big fan of Star Wars. Mark will be there and Anthony saw how she's looking at him. |
#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. | #Person1# gets some red roses for his wife's birthday with #Person2#'s assistance. |
#Person1#: OK, that's a cut. Let's start from the beginning everyone.
#Person2#: What was the problem that time?
#Person1#: The feeling was all wrong, Mike. She is telling you that she doesn't want to see you anymore, but I want to get more anger from you. You're acting hurt and sad, but that's not how your character would act in this situation.
#Person2#: But Jason and Laura had been together for 3 years. Don't you think his reaction would be one of both anger and sadness?
#Person1#: At this point, no. I think he would react the way most guys would and then later on, we would see his real feelings.
#Person2#: I'm not so sure about that.
#Person1#: Let's try it my way and you can see how you feel when you're saying your lines. After that, if it still doesn't feel right we can try something else. | #Person1# and Mike have a disagreement on how to act out a scene. #Person1# proposes that Mike can try to act in #Person1#'s way. |
occupant: I am a trader. I harvest furs and lumber and then sell them on the market
person: Well done you! How did you get into that trade?
occupant: That part just took time. I sold to anyone who would buy until I got my foot in the door.
person: Hard to see anything from the back row, can you see or hear what the priest is saying?
occupant: You know, I can't hear a word he is saying
person: Well, he's probably telling us things not to do rather than the things we can do.
occupant: That's true, that's why I sit in the back. Ignorance is bliss!
person: All the benefits with none of the pain? I like your approach.
occupant: Exactly, it's the way to live
person: It seems I have learned much from you friend - it looks like the service is almost finished. I trust I shall see you here again next week?
occupant: You sure will, I'll be looking forward to chatting with you again
Summarize the dialogue | occupant is a trader. He harvests furs and lumber and sells them on the market. He likes sitting in the back row because he can't hear what the priest is saying. |
chicken: bawk bawk
the man: Chicken! You are one of my most prized possessions. I will look around to see if you have layed an egg
chicken: 'lays an egg'
the man: Thank you! As long as you lay eggs! You will live long!
chicken: bawk bawk
the man: I have been trying to figure out how you can lay more eggs, quicker. That way I would have some to eat and some to sell.
chicken: bawk bawk
the man: I have talked to the wizard and he gave me corn that have magic. I can only give you a little a week. If I give you too many, you will not live long. Here is one, chicken.
chicken: 'lays 3 extra eggs'
the man: It works! The wizard says you will lay more from one kernel and that I should only give you one a week!
chicken: bawk bawk
the man: Now if it works every day, I will have eggs to sell! This is going to be a profitable business for me and you!
chicken: bawk bawk
Summarize the dialogue | the man wants his chicken to lay more eggs. he gives her a kernel of magic corn and she lays 3 extra eggs. |
bird: I wonder if there's any food around here. I am starving!
owl: Twit twoo. Twit twoo!
bird: Oh, Owl, What brings you here to this desolate place? Have you any secrets?
owl: I just love to fly and look for mice.
bird: I am looking for worms but can't find any. Surely there must be some around here..
owl: There must be some around in these old fields!
bird: You have great night vision. Can you help me find some?
owl: Yes. Twittwoo
bird: Look, there. I found a rate!
owl: You done good birdie!
bird: I am quite skilled at hunting, as you can see.
owl: You are indeed. I have got good night vision like you say but I'm not the best hunter - but I spend my time doing it anyways!
bird: Well thats the spirit! I am terrible at finding worms, they just hide when they see me
Summarize the dialogue | bird is looking for worms. Owl has good night vision and helps bird to find worms. |
#Person1#: What's wrong with you, Mr. Polly?
#Person2#: What's wrong? I want a break from this horrible job.
#Person1#: Then, buy a bottle of soft drink.
#Person2#: Would you like to buy a bottle for me in the shop?
#Person1#: It's a problem, because my boss is in that shop now.
#Person2#: Ok, I will go there myself.
#Person1#: Sorry, Mr. Polly.
#Person2#: It doesn't matter. Oh, God, I have only four dollars in my wallet. Is that possible for me to buy one?
#Person1#: Have a try. | Mr. Polly asks #Person1#'s help to buy a drink, but #Person1# refuses. |
#Person1#: I'm Paul Adams, Branch Manager.
#Person2#: Katie Thomas. Pleased to meet you.
#Person1#: I take it you're looking for temporary office work.
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: How old are you, Katie?
#Person2#: I'm eighteen.
#Person1#: That's rather young. What experience have you had?
#Person2#: Well, I've just left school, actually, and I'm looking for a job between now and when I go to college.
#Person1#: It doesn't sound as though we can help, Katie. You see, our clients are very demanding, especially when it comes to the new office technology.
#Person2#: Oh, that's no problem. I took extra classes in office skills at school.
#Person1#: Oh, perhaps you'd like to outline what you've been doing?
#Person2#: I started by learning keyboard skills. Then I went on to learn about word processing.
#Person1#: Good. You seem qualified from the technical point of view. | Paul Adams interviews Katie Thomas who's looking for temporary office work and he thinks she's qualified for she has learnt keyboard skills and word processing. |
the weary traveler: Oh ok. I may stop by passing through I am in need of a drink
proprietor: You are most welcome to stop in my tavern any time. The first drink is on the house.
the weary traveler: Oh I will make sure its a double!
proprietor: So, you like to have a few drinks, do you? You're my kind of traveler.
the weary traveler: I will go ahead and remove this now because I like to party
proprietor: The more you take off, the more money I give you. That's how it works in my tavern!
the weary traveler: Sounds like my kind of place! Glad im close im almost out
proprietor: You should consider moving to my village. You'd fit right in.
the weary traveler: Thanks I appreciate it. I got kicked out of my last one due to my drinking. I thought about quitting and staying but I decided on moving on
proprietor: My mother always told me that no one likes a quitter. I think you made the right choice.
Summarize the dialogue | The weary traveler is passing through the proprietor's tavern. He will stop for a drink. The first drink is on the house. |
the graveyard keeper who lives across the yard: You pesky rat. Go on, get out of here!
rat: You messed with the wrong rat!
the graveyard keeper who lives across the yard: What tha- Why do you want these things! Your a rat! Leave these dead in peace or they'll come after yah!
rat: Hear me scream! You will fear me.
the graveyard keeper who lives across the yard: What in the seven hell!? Begone demon rat!
rat: I want some food! Give me food!
the graveyard keeper who lives across the yard: You can have the stone, now off with yah!
rat: I'll just make this old grave keeper think i'm leaving and then i'll come back.
the graveyard keeper who lives across the yard: Good get out of here and leave me be you old stinking demon rat. I'll be setting traps for you! Oh yes I will. As soon as I get the priest to bless some cheese. Just for you demon rat.
Summarize the dialogue | The graveyard keeper who lives across the yard is chasing a rat. The rat is a demon rat. It wants food. The rat will leave the graveyard keeper and come back. |
Kevin: Hi, will you come to the workshop?
Elena: I have to, I will present a paper.
Kevin: Nice, I can't wait! | Elena will present a paper at the workshop. |
someone: hey there
acolyte: Ah, yes. Hello. Is there anything I can help you with?
someone: An extra will be appreciated please
acolyte: I don't understand. An extra what?
someone: I meant an extra candle
acolyte: Ah, of course. Well the temple store sell them for 1 gold piece.
someone: oh, i was told the candles are free?
acolyte: They are free for parishioners. I've never seen you around here before though.
someone: THis is my first time here actually
acolyte: Well welcome. We would be happy to have you. You will of course first need to sign up for classes if you have not yet been baptized.
someone: No, i haven't . How do i go about signing up?
acolyte: Here, let me see. Yes, here. Sign up is right here. Also take this to prepare you for your studies.
someone: Thank you, when do the classes start?
Summarize the dialogue | acolyte sells extra candles for 1 gold piece in the temple store. |
Michael: Do you have any plans for the weekend???
Ava: Noo! Lets meet up.. Its been a while
Michael: Don't worry baby... I'll pick you up at 8 on Saturday.. Love you... Bye
Ava: :heart Love you | Michael will pick up Ava at 8 on Saturday. |
soldier: I have come to get an update to my armor and sword. Will you help me with that? I am going to be knighted
guard: You can leave it here for the smith. What is it you're wanting to update?
soldier: My shield, armor and sword. I will be fighting in huge fights for the king.
guard: Ah, better find the best in gold. You wont find that here, this is all used armor.
soldier: Where do I need to go? I was sent here by the king
guard: Have the smith make you something, then. If the king sent you 'imself.
soldier: Thank you for your help. I'm sure the king will reward you
guard: Here, take this to 'im. Tell 'im to put a nice emblem on it.
soldier: Thank you I will do that. You are very informative
guard: Wish I could be of more help. Long live the king!
soldier: You have been more than helpful. I am very glad you were here.
guard: It was nothin' soldier. Now off you go. The smith is just down that way.
Summarize the dialogue | soldier wants to get an update to his armor and sword. Guard suggests he should go to the smith. |
Rylie: guys, do you know this band Muse?
Dylan: yep
Elsie: yes, I love them!!!
Rylie: watch this out:
Rylie: <file_photo>
Elsie: NO WAY
Elsie: I'm buying the tickets today xDDDD
Rylie: Dylan, what do you think?
Dylan: well, I was growing up with them so...the answer is obvious ;)
Rylie: so cool!!!!!! can' wait | Rylie, Dylan and Elsie are going to Muse concert. |
bandit: I have a confession to make.
monk: Yes, bandit?
bandit: Well, it seems you were able to guess my crimes without me needing to confess, you're good.
monk: Tell me anyway
bandit: Well, I have stolen from so many people I have lost count. Do you ever sin monk?
monk: I have not sinned, but God will forgive you
bandit: Everyone sins father, surely you would not lie to me like that?
monk: I am not lying!!
bandit: Well, I need a better monk. Not a liar like yourself.
monk: Where are all my coins!?
bandit: What order are you from? The order of the Holy Incompetent? Or the Holy Impotent Monks?
monk: Wow, you are rude and a thief!!
bandit: I may be a thief, but I steal to survive. What's your excuse?
monk: I survive by devoting myself to helping people
Summarize the dialogue | bandit has stolen from many people. He has lost count. The monk hasn't sinned, but God will forgive him. |
troll: The Castle over yonder - they were quite upset, but I gather I was rather unexpected. Failed to make an appointment in advance you see.
goblin: I have nothing. I can't pay you. I could help you in exchange for passage.
troll: Aye, we could make an arrangement. These little ones in metal cans like to hide in little nooks and crannies. If you can prod them out when they come, I'll let you eat half.
goblin: Sounds right up my alley, Troll. What is she saying? Is someone coming?
troll: Aye, about half a dozen cans coming this way, Clubby needs another workout!
goblin: I'll get them!!
troll: This might be more your size little one, the club weighs more than you!
goblin: I tried. Maybe the princess can help?
troll: She stay with me until she gets ransomed or we get hungry! Now where did I put those condiments . . .
Summarize the dialogue | Troll was unexpected at the castle. Goblin offers to help him. Troll will let him eat half of the cans if he gets them out. |
Daniel: Have you heard the news?
David: what's up?
George: no, new bitches in town?
Daniel: omg no
Daniel: dr Haller died, i've seen a death notice on the front door to our uni
David: no kidding, he was like 50 or so?
George: but he was very fit, he has been riding his bike for his whole life
Daniel: I can't believe he is dead, we should go to his funeral
Daniel: <file_photo> here is the picture of the death notice
David: I will be there for sure
George: me too, I admired him very much | Dr Haller died. There's a death notice on the front door of the university. George, Daniel and David will go to dr Haller's funeral. |
person: Tomorrow, and all must go perfectly. Can you sing little butterfly?
butterfly: I do not have much of a singing voice. Alas, my voice is far too small to be heard from afar.
person: Even the softest voice can add to a chorus!
butterfly: Do you think so? I have always wanted to sing in a choir! Fa la la.... lift my voice in song!
person: How very beautiful! You have natural talent!
butterfly: Really? Then can I join your choir? My voice is wee, but my heart is in it.
person: Yes! We will ask the town wizard to augment your voice for the duration of the concert, and all will know of your singing talent!
butterfly: Oh, thank you! You have made me so happy, I just want to fly about!
person: Your flying is so beautiful! Oh my, look at the colours!
butterfly: Yes, green and white, just like the choir robes.
person: Have you any other hidden talents?
butterfly: I can fly upside down... my mother taught me when I was newly hatched from my cocoon.
Summarize the dialogue | butterfly will join the choir tomorrow. She will sing a song with the town wizard to augment her voice. |
Lucy: Hiya I've just been chatting to gary.. he wants to do a little surprise for marjorys 70th
Sue: oh does he
Lucy: yes I need some ideas
Sue: she wont want a party party
Lucy: no I know
Lucy: I thought about rococo gdns but it might rain
Sue: no u cant guarantee weather round her birthday remember when we got rained out at her 50th in Cornwall lol
Lucy: omg yes we were all soaked
Sue: its a good job they rented the whole house and not just the marquee, that was dangerous collapsing like that
Lucy: I know I remember it when we were kids it would be a court case these days
Sue: probably
Lucy: do you think art galleries have spaces for rent?
Sue: oh I dont know, she would like that though
Lucy: theres a few in Cheltenham .. ooo or a box at the races?
Sue: thats a drinking day
Lucy: yes but Marjory does like the races
Sue: run it past gary
Lucy: yes I will see what he says
Sue: and I will put my thinking cap on | Lucy and Sue think of booking a box at the Cheltenham racecourse for Marjory's 70th birthday. Lucy will ask Gary for opinion. |
midget: oh my lord that is amazing
angel: We must travel to the well that is in the eastern kingdom and there lies an angel trapped on earth because they have lost their harp.
midget: thats horrible, i will do what i can, give me my task
angel: We will have to walk far for ever though my harp will do many wonders and can provide us with food and water, I cannot fly here on earth. You will need to descend into the dark depths of the well to pull up this fallen angel. Can you do it?
midget: yes my savior i will do anything you ask of me
angel: I am no savior, only God can be named as such, but I am still a heavenly being. I will be here with you every step of the way and you will be greatly rewardly for your bravery.
midget: well i will work hard for you both
angel: You are beyond most men my small friend. What do you desire more than anything in the world?
midget: to live a fulfilling life doing gods will
Summarize the dialogue | angel and the midget will travel to the well in the eastern kingdom. The midget will need to descend into the well to pull up a fallen angel. |
Seth: How can you act like that
Robin: Like what
Seth: you are rude to my friends from work
Robin: I am rude?
Seth: Yes you are
Robin: Better tell that stupid red head to stay away from you
Seth: you are overreacting!!!!!!!!
Robin: I AM NOT, she was totally flirting with you
Seth: so what, that means nothing
Robin: but all your other friends were like - this is normal, they do this all the time
Seth: Is that a sufficient reason for throwing something at me, and them to be honest, cause Freddie got some food in his hair, too
Robin: Good, I'm glad
Seth: You are being childish and riddicoulus
Robin: You know what's "riddicoulus"?
Seth: ?
Robin: That you can't even spell ridiculous!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Seth: <file_gif>
Robin: and you never ever think to take my side in situations like this
Seth: because it's unreasonable
Robin: I'm not talking to you. | Robin is mad at Seth because his work colleague was flirting with him. She threw food at him and his friends at the meeting. |
User Interface: I do not think we ne really need the scroll whe wheel I mean it might be nice for changing the volume
Project Manager: It would be nice for changing the volume but I do not know how useful it would be for changing the channel Because you do not have control over numbers
User Interface: I do not think it would really work you really need buttons for changing a channel
Industrial Designer: th it would be it would be handy for going through if there was an onscreen menu of your channel choices than you can scroll down on the scroll
Marketing: But if you c if you could scroll through the channels and then the volume would just be
Project Manager: We have five minutes left for the meeting so
Marketing: and the volume would just be like the same way forward and backward as I am just thinking like it would make it much like sleeker sort of looking And otherwise no matter how may buttons we have we are going to have like you know black with red sticking out and th no it is going to inevitably sort of start looking like those group of sort of ugly ones that we saw stacked up
Project Manager: So have a scroll for volume ?
Industrial Designer: F or for all those secret functions ? When you get on the onscreen menu of all your functions that your remote could do for you without the buttons and you could have a scroll wheel to go through those menus
User Interface: I think I think a scroll wheel would be nice but it is not necessary
Industrial Designer: Right So we could either go with a simple or a regular chip depending and maybe we could table that decision for later
Project Manager: I think w well I think when we go on to the une userface we are going to have to decide the interface we are going to have to decide whether we are going to have a scroll or not
Industrial Designer: Well let us think about that while we talk about the case | When the group was talking about the scroll wheel could be for changing the volume, User Interface thought it would not work for changing the channel because they really need buttons for changing a channel. So User Interface suggested the group could make a decision on it while they talked about the case. |
subjects: Oh man!
king: How dare you
subjects: Not my hats! How dare you!
king: I demand that you stop dropping all of your things in my beautiful Dining Hall
subjects: Well now I have dropped everything.
king: You shall not act like this is the presence of your king
subjects: Fine, sorry king. It won't happen again.
king: Thank you. See, we can all be friends in this great Dining Hall. Let's eat some dinner
subjects: It is so great to be so loved. I shall enjoy your beautiful meal.
king: Don't you just love this beautiful handmade rug that the queen's sister made?
subjects: Oh yes I do sir.
king: This tapestry here behind me is of my late father. And the picture next to him, my grandfather. Both former kings
subjects: I see good looks are in the genetics.
Summarize the dialogue | king is angry with subjects for dropping their things in the dining hall. |
#Person1#: When asked about their impressions of their university life, many students expressed disappointment. So professor Smith, could you explain how it happens?
#Person2#: Well, after their highly controlled high school lives, the students were having difficulty adjusting to the free time in the university. When asked to describe their high school lives, many of them say they got up at 6:00 in the morning and studied until 10 at night. Most of this time was spent at school doing piles of homework to help them prepare for the university entrance exams. Once they entered the university, the students are not expected to devote all their waking hours to study. They should also take an active part in school activities. Therefore, they should learn to divide their time outside of the class between sports and clubs. They should also spend some time watching TV and chatting with their roommates. These activities are useful in helping them enrich their life experiences and thus prepare for their future. To those unhappy students, my advice is to get used to it and learn to make decisions for themselves. | Professor Smith thinks that the students feel disappointed about university life because of having difficulty adjusting to the free time in the university. Smith also suggests these students getting used to the life and making decisions themselves. |
friends: I shall be brave enough for the both of us! Besides what could be scarier than the sherrif's men I had to face when they've come to collect unjust taxes from our treasures. Now, we just have to find a place to keep your treasure for safekeeping
goblin: I wish I was back in my cave...I cant shake the feeling that there's something watching us.
friends: I don't see any creature, I think we're safe for now. You worry too much, little guy.
goblin: I'm so glad you're here with me
friends: That's what friends are for! You're so cold, little goblin. Would you like my shirt?
goblin: yes please!
friends: It can be quite chilly in The Valley of Doom. Wouldn't want you getting a cold.
goblin: It's all this death here. It makes it very cold, dark and wicked
friends: Here you go, little guy.
Summarize the dialogue | goblin is afraid of the dark and wants to go back to his cave. friends are brave enough to keep the treasure for him. |
families: I think I have to cut those fingers before you steal from someone again!
thief: I think not -climbs the tree-
families: But look... I got a present! Thank you, thief!
thief: Ho Ho, you'll never reach me in this tree.
families: argggh... I should have just walked away when I got the jewels. I just need those jewels for food. My family are waiting for me at home to bring some food home but I don't have any money
thief: Have you considered a life of thievery, you were pretty quick in taking them from me before? It could be a good fit for you.
families: I will do anything to make my family happy. But it will be hard if I got caught.. They will whip me to death
thief: The answer is simple though, do not get caught
families: But how? There is no special school to be a thief
thief: One does not need school for such a life, just quick hands. That much you seem to have.
Summarize the dialogue | thief gave families jewels as a present. |
beggar: Oh yes, that one is nice. I wish I just had one bag of seeds of this spice. I could grow my own and make a living selling spices.
thief: I can get some seeds for you if you would like.
beggar: Oh, how nice of you. Yes, thank you.
thief: Here you go
beggar: I have a bag just for these. Can't wait to try these out. Maybe someday I won't need to beg for food.
thief: This will help you. Maybe i should also grow my own food
beggar: I would like to have a store just like this. If we grow these seeds we could go into business together! Give these guys a little competition.
thief: I would love to but i am in hiding from the village police. They can never find me
beggar: And I'm just a beggar. I live in the woods outside the village. Maybe you could hide out there.
thief: I live alone in a tent in the woods.
Summarize the dialogue | thief gives beggar some seeds of a spice. beggar wants to grow his own food to make a living selling spices. thief is in hiding from the village police. |
#Person1#: So, have you found a job yet?
#Person2#: No, but, I have a few leads, so things are looking up.
#Person1#: But isn't that what you always say?
#Person2#: Well ... uh ... this time is different.
#Person1#: What are you looking for this time, then?
#Person2#: Actually, I want to work for a Web hosting company.
#Person1#: What would you do there?
#Person2#: Well, in a nut shell, Web hosting companies provide space for people to store and run their Websites. Does it sound like I know what I'm talking about?
#Person1#: Oh, yeah, sort of.
#Person2#: Well, And then, sort of? Well, they allow people to run their Web sites without having to buy and maintain their own servers, and I'd like to work in technical support, you know, helping customers resolve computer-related problems with their sites. And you know I'm a good communicator.
#Person1#: So, how's the pay for that kind of job?
#Person2#: Well, most people I know start out with a very reasonable salary; you can earn pay increases depending on your performance.
#Person1#: So, what about benefits?
#Person2#: Oh, the benefits are pretty good. They provide health insurance, two weeks of paid vacation a year, and opportunities for advancement. And in the end, I'd like to work in a management position. You know, sitting back, enjoying the view out of the twentieth-story window of the office building. Something like that.
#Person1#: Well, is there any long-term job security in a job like that?
#Person2#: Uhh. That's hard to tell. I mean, the Internet is booming, and these kinds of companies are sprouting up everywhere, which is a good thing, but just like the dot-com era, you never know how long things will last.
#Person1#: Well, have you ever thought about going back to school to improve your job skills?
#Person2#: Wait, wait. What are you suggesting?
#Person1#: Well, you know, more training might help you land a better job.
#Person2#: Wh ... wh ... Are you trying to say something about my current job? I mean, is there something going on here? I mean, what are you saying?
#Person1#: You know, you did drop out of college.
#Person2#: I know, I know, but I don't know. I'm just seeing my current job at McDonalds as a step up. [McDonalds!]. Yeah, but, you know, I don't have the resources to go back to school at the moment; however, the job I am looking at will pay for some classes after I have been with the company for six months.
#Person1#: Well, it looks like you have things planned out this time.
#Person2#: If I last that long. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# wants to work in a Web hosting company that allows people to run their websites without buying their own servers. The pay is reasonable and the benefits are good, but it's hard to tell whether the job can last long. #Person1# suggests #Person2# go back to school to improve #Person2#'s job skills because more training can help, but #Person2# doesn't have the resources to go back to school. |
Regina: Hello
Regina: I'm writting because you were supposed to send me this article about Down syndrome.
Oscar: Oh my, it totally slipped my mind..
Oscar: Give me a minute
Oscar: Got it
Oscar: <file_other>
Regina: Thanks
Oscar: I'm sorry that I didn't send it earlier
Oscar: It's only the beginning of a new semester and I already feel overwhelmed
Regina: I know right?
Oscar: I don't have time to even think about things I should do
Regina: I feel you
Regina: Don't worry, we'll survive
Oscar: One way or another 🙂
Regina: 🙂 | Oscar sent Regina the article about Down syndrome. |
dove: On the plus side, there's less fighting when the weather is bad. On the down side, it means I'm stuck here for the night.
guard: Good point. Hey - why do you think that village official is here?
dove: Good question. Only time I see them is when they're tying a peace treaty or such around my leg. The King didn't have any important meetings today, did he?
guard: Not that I know of, but if they're really important, they are often held in secret. It's just odd that a village official would be here at this hour.
dove: How strange... something bug must have happened. Mind if I stick around? I'll be quiet and they'll never see me.
guard: No, I'd love the company. I'm going to prepare, just in case.
dove: Okay, good idea. Me too. I'll get... uh... whatever this is?
guard: Wow! That's a really big fish. We could always have you drop it on him.
Summarize the dialogue | The weather is bad. The King didn't have any important meetings today. The guard and the dove will stay for the night. |
#Person1#: Let's go to Burger Queen for lunch. They have good cheese burgers.
#Person2#: OK. I am hungry, too. I like their milkshake. They're very creamy and tasty.
#Person1#: Look at the long line, there are always a lot of people waiting in lines just for the cheese burger. It must be very delicious.
#Person2#: Yup. But, this also means we have to wait to order our food.
#Person1#: Come on. It is worth waiting. Their cheese burgers are really popular. Once you have it, you will love it.
#Person2#: Well, sounds very attractive. I just tried their vanilla milkshake last time, and it was really delicious.
#Person1#: Yup, they have good French fries as well. Not very thick, but crispy enough. You should try them with some mayonnaise sauce. That is the Belgium style. You will love it.
#Person2#: OK, I think I know what to order for my lunch now. But, eating too much fried food really makes me fat.
#Person1#: Come on. You just have it once in a while, not every day. It will not harm you.
#Person2#: That's true. You can hear my tummy grumbling. I am really hungry!
#Person1#: Be patient. Good food never comes fast.
#Person2#: Ok! | #Person1# invites #Person2# to have lunch at Burger Queen. They wait in line to order food, and #Person1# recommends some food to #Person2#. |
dog: HOW DARE YOU
sad townsman: I didn't know you could speak!
dog: I'm not like most dogs. I'm special. I can also bark of course too. woof! woof!
sad townsman: That's amazing! I've been having the worst day and this helps a lot! Sorry for hitting you.
dog: You're forgiven, but don't do it again. Why has your day been bad?
sad townsman: I was rejected by a woman at the bar.
dog: Forget women. They're a lot of trouble sometimes.
sad townsman: Maybe you're right. It's hopeless after all.
dog: It'll be alright. Try not to get too down.
sad townsman: I've almost given up all hope.
dog: I feel you. It can be a cold world out there, but there can be some good as well.
sad townsman: What does a talking dog do with it's time?
dog: About the same things as regular dog. Chase it's tail, eat a lot and sleep.
Summarize the dialogue | The dog can talk. The townsman was rejected by a woman at the bar. |
Sandra: hey mom whats for the dinner?
Mom: nothing
Sandra: what? what are you saying mom?:(
Mom: sorry darling actually i just came back from office it was very busy couldnt make anything
Sandra: mom i am starving like crazy
Mom: sorry darling
Sandra: oh no you must be hungry too and also tired dont worry i will get something
Mom: oh bless you dear.. i really am tired and hungry but you can come home i will go get something
Sandra: no mom just spoke to dad he is getting pizzas, chicken wings and garlic bread
Mom: awww goodness i cant wait to eat it all
Sandra: mom please dont eat all wait for me :laughs:
Mom: lol oh yes i would just keep the table ready and we would all eat together
Sandra: dont worry about table mom just relax and lay down for a while
Mom: no darling i am fine.. how long will you be?
Sandra: 15 mins max
Mom: ok see you | Mom couldn't make anything for dinner. Dad is buying things for dinner for Sandra and Mom. |
#Person1#: This looks like a very nice house.
#Person2#: You know, I fell in love with this house the first moment I laid eyes on it.
#Person1#: The style of the exterior is just what I ' Ve been looking for!
#Person2#: The exterior is only half of the story. The interior is incredible.
#Person1#: This home is gorgeous on the inside!
#Person2#: Everything that you see on the walls, floors, and windows is brand new.
#Person1#: The wall colors totally suit the style of this house.
#Person2#: Straight ahead is the gourmet kitchen.
#Person1#: I love the bamboo flooring and granite countertops.
#Person2#: The master suite is the best. Let ' s go look at that next.
#Person1#: There is plenty of room for our king-sized bed, and I love the light in this room.
#Person2#: I know that you like this house, but let ' s take a look at the others before you make up your mind. | #Person1# loves both the exterior and interior of the house very much, but #Person2# still suggests #Person1# look at the others before making a decision. |
servant: That's not true, she only had them hanged after a week in the dungeon
guest: Close enough to true for me *hurries my pace up a bit* The gardens are beautiful. perhaps one day when I'm not in a hurry I can explore them.
servant: Yes, definitely not a day when her Majesty is around. No one is outside the royal family is allowed to stare at the flowers
guest: Oh, I wouldn't want to take the chance then. How sad.
servant: She is really a handful,she once chopped off my little finger because i sneezed
guest: Poor friend! I am sorry to hear that!
servant: and all we cab do is endure and pray for the gods to soften her heart
guest: You are quite wise, my friend *unconsciously speeding up my pace again*
servant: We are almost there, we are about 10 minutes ahead of time
guest: Excellent! Early is on time, and on time is late. *keeping up the faster pace*
Summarize the dialogue | guest is in a hurry to meet his friend. The gardens are beautiful, but guests are not allowed to stare at them when the queen is around. The queen once chopped off the servant's finger because he sneezed. |