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test_1401 | Natassia: Your luggage is over 8 kilograms.
Nissy: Really? What can I do?
Natassia: You have to pay the excess luggage charge, please.
Nissy: OK. Can you give me a fragile label?
Natassia: Sure. Here you are. Attach the label to your luggage and put your bag here. | Natassia asks Nissy to pay excess luggage charge. |
test_1402 | Luce: How meat? Shall we all go for a meal at the pizza experience this evening?
Bridget: We went to the pizza experience last Wednesday, didn't we?
Luce: Yes, we did, and the time before that, why don't we go to the Steakhouse.
Bridget: But Bridget doesn't eat meat, does she?
Luce: No, she doesn't. Well, what about the Kingfisher? She eats fish, doesn't she?
Bridget: Yes, she does, but Arthur doesn't.
Luce: I know let's go to the Carrots.
Bridget: Oh yes, we've had lunch there a couple of times, haven't we?
Luce: Yes, but I just remembered it isn't open on Thursday. Let's go tomorrow evening instead. | Luce and Bridget decide to go to Carrots where can meet everyone's requirements with others tomorrow evening. |
test_1403 | Phaidra: Hello. Welcome to this week's People You Meet. Today, we present to you Mark Leach, an information officer in London.
Mark Leach: Hi everyone, my name's Mark Leach. I'm an information officer at the Britain Business Center, which is a tourist office for the British tourist board in London. Here, we offer a tourist information service to mainly visitors from overseas. And each year, we have about 500,000 people come to the office.
Phaidra: Wow. That's a large number of people. How do you manage to meet the needs of so many people?
Mark Leach: I'm in charge of an information team. The team has about 10 officers who give tourist information directly over the counter to visitors. We speak a total of 13 languages altogether.
Phaidra: That's pretty cool. So what exactly do you do everyday?
Mark Leach: Well, we act as a one stop shop for anyone who wants to come in. So it could be that they want a day trip from London, which is a very popular request. And we can offer suggestions of where to go and how to get there. If people want a two week tour of Britain, we can plan out exactly where to visit, what roads to take.
Phaidra: So, do you have any suggestions for people coming to Britain?
Mark Leach: A good suggestion is to see as much as you can. But try to come back again and again to see different parts of the country, because in that way you really experience it. | Mark Leach introduces his information service and his work to the audience. He also offers suggestions for people coming to Britain. |
test_1404 | Adriena: Vet, can you tell us what you usually do to deal with stress and depression?
Vet: I eat a cucumber and go to bed. I figure it's a healthy alternative to chocolate.
Adriena: Do you ever feel that having a baby has stopped you from your goals or dreams?
Vet: I always wanted to be a cheerleader, and that won't happen, I also miss out on a lot of freedom. No one makes me come home on time, and I probably wouldn't normally, but I now have a responsibility to my baby.
Adriena: What is your favorite part of having a daughter?
Vet: It is so hard to narrow it down to one thing. I love the way she looks at me and admires me. She lets me feel so much love. She is innocent and pure. The best part of being with her is watching her go through every stage knowing there is somebody who loves her.
Adriena: What are your plans for the future?
Vet: I am going to be a lawyer. Down the road, I hope to move out of Utah.
Adriena: What are some of your future goals and dreams?
Vet: I want to start small. First and foremost, I am looking forward to graduating from high school. I eventually want to get married. Having a father figure in my baby's life is important to me because I missed out on that. I want to start modeling again, and I hope to keep up with my dancing and singing. It is also important to keep family traditions for me and my baby.
Adriena: What is your favorite quote?
Vet: What happens in the dark will come out in the light. There is nothing that you can try to hide without it coming out sometime. It is important not to hide anything from yourself or anybody else.
Adriena: What advice would you give teens?
Vet: Take things slow, and be a kid as long as you possibly can. Don't expect everything to be perfect, and make decisions for yourself. Live life to the fullest. Love yourself first, and everything else will fall into place. | Vet tells her own experience as a young mother and how her daughter changes her. Then she tells Adriena her future goals and dreams. And she also gives teens advice. |
test_1405 | Kate: Kate, you never believe what's happened.
Tami: What do you mean?
Kate: Masha and Hero are getting divorced.
Tami: You are kidding. What happened?
Kate: Well, I don't really know, but I heard that they are having a separation for 2 months, and filed for divorce.
Tami: That's really surprising. I always thought they are well matched. What about the kids? Who get custody?
Kate: Masha, it seems quiet and makable, no quarrelling about who get the house and stock and then contesting the divorce with other details worked out.
Tami: That's the change from all the back stepping we usually hear about. Well, I still can't believe it, Masha and Hero, the perfect couple. When would they divorce be final?
Kate: Early in the New Year I guess. | Kate tells Kate that Masha and Hero are getting a peaceful divorce. Kate feels surprised and asks about their kids. |
test_1406 | Orella: Tina, how long have you been learning the piano?
Tina: For 8 years. I began to play when I was 7. My father found a teacher for me who is from the UK.
Orella: Ah, are you still learning it from that teacher?
Tina: Yes, I go to her home every Saturday.
Orella: No wonder you can play so well.
Tina: Yes, my teacher is very excellent and she has won many awards.
Orella: Good. Could you please introduce me to her? I also want to learn from her.
Tina: Sure. Come with me this Saturday.
Orella: Thank you very much. | Tina plays the piano well because she has an excellent teacher. She agrees to introduce Orella to her teacher. |
test_1407 | Sterling: Hi, Walter!
Walter: Hi, Sterling!
Sterling: What do you think of our new teacher?
Walter: Professor Wood? I think he's a brilliant scientist.
Sterling: You're got a point there. But do you think he's a little absent-minded?
Walter: I guess so. | Walter and Sterling think their new professor is brilliant but absent-minded. |
test_1408 | Harvard: How did you get interested in country music?
Durward: Well, when my wife and I first caught our record player. We started to buy all kinds of records, soon, I found that I was buying more country music records than any other kind.
Harvard: How did you start working for the radio station?
Durward: I thought there should be a radio program of country songs, so I went to CBC, and suggested it. That was how we started the program called Golden Country Time.
Harvard: Then you were asked to write articles to explain the background of those songs.
Durward: Yes, but soon I got tired of running to the library to find information. So I started buying country song books and building my own library. | Durward explains to Harvard about how Durward got interested in country music and started the program. |
test_1409 | Lucy: Hello, Lin Fang!
Lin Fang: Oh! Hi, Lucy!
Lucy: What's the next lesson, Lin Fang?
Lin Fang: English.
Lucy: Oh, good! That's my favorite subject.
Lin Fang: That's because you always find it so easy. I find it very difficult so I don't like it much.
Lucy: Nancy finds English quite difficult too. But she says it's her favorite subject.
Lin Fang: Yes, I know, and her second favorite subject is math.
Lucy: Math is my worst. I don't like it. I always get the answers wrong.
Lin Fang: So if English is your favorite subject, what's your second favorite?
Lucy: PE. What about you?
Lin Fang: I'm not sure. Both Chinese and science are my favorite subjects. I think I like Chinese a little more than science.
Lucy: You are very different from Nancy. She doesn't like science at all. | Lin Fang and Lucy are talking about how they like different subjects. |
test_1410 | Flora: Hey, Paul, you're still having Thanksgiving dinner at my house on Thursday, right?
Paul: Yeah, thanks again for the invitation. I was worried I'd have to spend it alone after my parents announced they'd be in Finland.
Flora: I think it's strange that you're not going with them. Is it because of the cold weather in Northern Europe?
Paul: Not exactly. I have a lot of work to do next week.
Flora: Well, I'm glad you won't be alone on a holiday. It'll be great to have you celebrate with us. The more the merrier!
Paul: Exactly, how many people will be there?
Flora: Let's see, my parents, my grandpa, my sister, my brother-in-law, my niece and my two cousins, plus us. So, ten people altogether.
Paul: Should I bring anything?
Flora: Nope, we've got it covered.
Paul: Come on, I hate to show up empty-handed. You are being so generous to have me. I know! I'll bring pie. I'll make a great pumpkin pie.
Flora: Sounds delicious, but my sister has already volunteered for dessert. Look, don't worry about it. There will be tons of food. Turkey, stuffing, green beans, sweet potatoes.
Paul: Wow, I'm getting hungry just thinking about it. How about this, I'll bring a nice bottle of wine. You can never have too much of that.
Flora: Well, isn't that the truth? Sounds good to me. | Paul cannot go to Finland with his parent because he has much work to do. He will go to Flora's house for Thanksgiving dinner with a nice bottle of wine. |
test_1411 | Weylin: Hello, Madam. What can we do for you today?
Madam: Hi. I've been sent over from Turner Interiors. They said I need to collect some sort of L / C? Do you have it?
Weylin: I certainly do. Here it is, an Export L / C from Tokyo.
Madam: It should be from Sayuri Beds. Is that right?
Weylin: Yes, it is. Sayuri Beds, Tokyo, Japan.
Madam: That's what I want! Do you need me to sign anything? Or fill in some forms?
Weylin: Just sign right here, please. That's everything you need to do.
Madam: Perfect. Thank you, goodbye! | Weylin helps Madam collect an Export L /C from Tokyo. |
test_1412 | Kate: Kate, you never believe what's happened.
Tami: What do you mean?
Kate: Masha and Hero are getting divorced.
Tami: You are kidding. What happened?
Kate: Well, I don't really know, but I heard that they are having a separation for 2 months, and filed for divorce.
Tami: That's really surprising. I always thought they are well matched. What about the kids? Who get custody?
Kate: Masha, it seems quiet and makable, no quarrelling about who get the house and stock and then contesting the divorce with other details worked out.
Tami: That's the change from all the back stepping we usually hear about. Well, I still can't believe it, Masha and Hero, the perfect couple. When would they divorce be final?
Kate: Early in the New Year I guess. | Kate tells Kate that Masha and Hero get divorced. Kate is surprised because she thought they are perfect couple. |
test_1413 | Lorri: Have you ever done this kind of work before?
Orel: No, I haven't. But I'm sure I'll be good at it.
Lorri: Well as you know if you take it, you'll have to work weekends.
Orel: Oh, that's alright.
Lorri: Do you like traveling and meeting People?
Orel: Oh yes. In fact that's why this job really interests me.
Lorri: And can you speak any foreign languages?
Orel: Yes, I can speak German and French quite well and I've been studying Japanese for about a year.
Lorri: Oh that's good and you have a nice clear voice. Are you good at public speaking?
Orel: Well I haven't done much. But I used to love speaking in front of the class when I was at College. | Orel has a conversation with Lorri about a job position. Orel is willing to work weekends, travel around, and is able to speak some foreign languages. |
test_1414 | Erwin: What's up?
Xylina: I guess there is some kind of virus seeking into my computer, I can't send out this e-mail. Do you have the number of the text port?
Erwin: Do you mind I have a look at your computer?
Xylina: Of course not, I appreciate that.
Erwin: Well, it has nothing to do with virus. The problem is your attachment is a bit larger. It has exceeded the e-mail capacity.
Xylina: I see. What can I do now?
Erwin: You can send a compressed one. | Xylina's attachment exceeds the e-mail capacity, Erwin suggests compressing it. |
test_1415 | Fiorenze: Stand back from the door, please. Let the passengers off. You can't get on until the other passengers get off.
Bekki: How much is the fare, please?
Fiorenze: One dollar. Drop it in the box. Move to the rear of the bus. There are plenty of seats in the rear.
Bekki: Wait. I want to ask you if this bus goes down Fifth Avenue as far as Greenwich Village.
Fiorenze: That's right. Move along, please. There are more people waiting to get on. Move to the rear.
Bekki: I thought this bus Went down Park Avenue.
Fiorenze: No, that's the number l that goes down Park Avenue. This is the number 2.
Bekki: But I thought this was the right bus to go to Washington Square Park.
Fiorenze: It is. Get in. please. You're holding everyone up. You can't miss Washington Square Park.
Bekki: Would you tell me when we get there?
Fiorenze: It would be better if you watched out for yourself. I might forget. | Bekki asks Fiorenze about the right bus to the places, but Fiorenze wants Bekki to move and let the passengers off. |
test_1416 | Yancy: Is anybody in?
Quigly: How can I help you?
Yancy: I have a headache.
Quigly: Let me take your temperature with a thermometer.
Yancy: OK.
Quigly: I think you have a small fever.
Yancy: I thought so. I felt dizzy this morning.
Quigly: You should've called in sick! Next time, have either of your parents call the school office. | Yancy feels sick and Quigly gives Yancy a check-up. |
test_1417 | Bobby: Hello. Is this ABC Rent-a-car Company?
Rey: Yes, speaking. May I help you?
Bobby: This morning we rented a car and we are on the way to Niagara Falls. I'm afraid we have a car accident near the border.
Rey: That's too bad. What kind of accident is it? Are you all right?
Bobby: I'm all right, but my friend is seriously injured. Will you call an ambulance and the police?
Rey: OK. I'll do it right away, but tell me how it happened.
Bobby: I ran into the guardrail when I turned to the left. | Bobby rent a car from ABC Rent-a-car Company this morning and met an accident. Rey will call an ambulance and police for Bobby. |
test_1418 | Tess: What time is it, Tom?
Tom: Just a minute. It's ten to nine by my watch.
Tess: Is it? I had no idea it was so late. I must be off now.
Tom: What's the hurry?
Tess: I must catch the nine-thirty train.
Tom: You've plenty of time yet. The railway station is very close. It won't take more than twenty minutes to get there. | Tess is in a hurry to catch a train. Tom tells Tess there is plenty of time. |
test_1419 | Jessey: Can you develop the roll of film?
Jerrilyn: Sure.
Jessey: How long does it take?
Jerrilyn: 6 hours. If you are in a hurry we can develop it in 3 hours.
Jessey: There is no need. I will come back tomorrow. | Jerrilyn can develop Jessey's roll of film in six hours. |
test_1420 | Lorri: Have you ever done this kind of work before?
Orel: No, I haven't. But I'm sure I'll be good at it.
Lorri: Well as you know if you take it, you'll have to work weekends.
Orel: Oh, that's alright.
Lorri: Do you like traveling and meeting People?
Orel: Oh yes. In fact that's why this job really interests me.
Lorri: And can you speak any foreign languages?
Orel: Yes, I can speak German and French quite well and I've been studying Japanese for about a year.
Lorri: Oh that's good and you have a nice clear voice. Are you good at public speaking?
Orel: Well I haven't done much. But I used to love speaking in front of the class when I was at College. | Lorri interviews Orel to see whether Orel fits in the job requirements. |
test_1421 | Sherry: Hi, Bob, guess what? I'm going to visit Quebec next summer. I'm invited to go to a friend's wedding, but while I'm there, I'd also like to do some sightseeing.
Bob: That's nice, Sherry. But do you mean the province of Quebec or Quebec City?
Sherry: I mean the province. My friend's wedding is in Montreal, so I'm going there first. I'll stay for 5 days. Is Montreal the capital city of the province?
Bob: Well, many people think so because it's the biggest city, but it's not the capital. Quebec City is, but Montreal is great. The Santa Lawrence River runs right through the middle of the city. It's beautiful in summer.
Sherry: Wow, and do you think I can get by in English? My French is okay, but not that good. I know most people there speak French, but can I also use English?
Bob: Well, people speak both French and English there, but you'll hear French most of the time and all the street signs are in French. In fact, Montreal is the third largest French-speaking city in the world. So you'd better practice your French before you go.
Sherry: Good advice, what about Quebec City? I'll visit a friend from college who lives there now. What's it like?
Bob: It's a beautiful city, very old. Many old buildings have been nicely restored. Some of them were built in the 17th and 18th centuries. You'll love it there.
Sherry: Fantastic. I can't wait to go. | Sherry is going to Quebec for a friend's wedding and sightseeing. Bob tells her some basic knowledge of Quebec, describes the beautiful scenery, and suggests practicing French. |
test_1422 | Brooks: Good morning. What can I do for you?
Veronika: Well, I hate to disturb you, but I really can't stand it any more. Can you change my room for me? It's too noisy. I was woken up several times by the noise the baggage elevator made. It was too much for me.
Brooks: I'm sorry to hear that. This room is at the end of the corridor. It's possible that the noise is heard early in the morning when everything is quiet.
Veronika: Anyhow, I'd like to change my room.
Brooks: I'm awfully sorry, Miss. I do apologize. We'll manage it, but we don't have any spare room today. Could you wait till tomorrow? A tour company will be leaving tomorrow morning. There'll be some rooms for you to choose from.
Veronika: All right. I hope I'll be able to enjoy my stay in a quiet suite tomorrow evening and have a sound sleep.
Brooks: Be sure. And if there is anything more you need, please let us know.
Veronika: OK. Thank you.
Brooks: You're welcome. I hope you'll be more comfortable in your new room. | Veronika cannot stand the noise near her room and Brooks promises to change her room tomorrow as there is no room available today. |
test_1423 | Sarah: Have you ever thought of moving, Sarah?
Jo Ann: We thought about it, but my husband and I can't afford it right now.
Sarah: Buying a house near our company can be expensive, but there are ways to find cheaper houses.
Jo Ann: Like what?
Sarah: Well, you can buy a house far away from the city center. You would definitely save money that way.
Jo Ann: That's a good idea.
Sarah: My sister in law and her husband just bought a house that way. And they're pretty satisfied with it.
Jo Ann: Is the house in poor condition?
Sarah: Not at all, the woman who owned it bought it from her friend and took good care of it. But when she died she had no family left and no will, so the government had to sell it for her.
Jo Ann: Was it a very old house?
Sarah: Yes, it was about 50 years old. There were a few repairs that needed doing but it didn't take a lot of money or time.
Jo Ann: Is it in a good location?
Sarah: The area can be a bit rough in the evening but the neighbors watch out for each other so it's OK. | Sarah is considering moving. Sarah gives her advice on buying a house. |
test_1424 | Tom: Hi Joe. You met my new assistant, right?
Joe: Emm. . . yes. But I wasn't too impressed. I found her a little stuck up.
Tom: You are kidding, but she's so helpful.
Joe: Tom. . . you are her boss, you kown. Of course, she's helpful to you.
Tom: Come on. She's like that with everyone.
Joe: I don't think so actually. She never even says 'hello' to me. | Joe doesn't think highly of Tom's new assistant while Tom does. |
test_1425 | Beverlee: I'd like to see that pen, please.
Milt: You mean this one?
Beverlee: No, the other one in the brown case.
Milt: Oh, this one... Here.
Beverlee: May I try it?
Milt: Sure.
Beverlee: It's very smooth. I'll take it.
Milt: Cash or charge?
Beverlee: Charge, please. | Beverlee buys a pen from Milt and pays via charge. |
test_1426 | Stavros: What can I do for you?
Bridgette: I would like to look at some watch.
Stavros: May I show you the gold ones?
Bridgette: Pure gold ones, please.
Stavros: OK. Here they are.
Bridgette: What is the price for this one?
Stavros: One thousand yuan.
Bridgette: That's quite steep. Can you come down a little bit?
Stavros: I'm afraid not. The price is very moderate.
Bridgette: It's rather more than I was thinking of paying.
Stavros: We brought the price down only a few days ago. This is definitely a bargain.
Bridgette: OK. I'll take it. | Bridgette is bargaining with Stavros over the price of a pure gold watch. |
test_1427 | Mr. Fisher: Ah, good morning, Ms. Ross, do come in.
Ms. Ross: Hello, Mr. Fisher. Nice to see you.
Mr. Fisher: Face to face instead of on the phone, what? Haha. How are you?
Ms. Ross: Fine, thanks, very well.
Mr. Fisher: Oh, do sit down. Would you like some coffee?
Ms. Ross: Oh, yes please, black.
Mr. Fisher: Here you are.
Ms. Ross: Thanks. Well, how's it all going?
Mr. Fisher: Oh, not too bad, we're just about to open a branch in New Zealand. Oh! ... I'm hoping to--if I can justify it to the marketing director! How's your little boy, has he started school yet?
Ms. Ross: Oh, yes, he's in the second year now.
Mr. Fisher: What, already? Doesn't time fly! Is he enjoying it?
Ms. Ross: Very much, it's much more fun than being home!
Mr. Fisher: Haha. Well, I suppose we'd better make a start. Shall we get down to business?
Ms. Ross: Right. First of all can I confirm the time and date of the presentation? It's Saturday 24 October in the morning. What time exactly?
Mr. Fisher: Well, on the invitations we've sent out we've said that the presentation itself will start at 11 and go on till 12:30.
Ms. Ross: So you'll need the room from about 10 till 2. Would you like us to serve coffee beforehand?
Mr. Fisher: Yes, yes. Oh, and drinks and snacks at the end.
Ms. Ross: Better to have buffet lunch?
Mr. Fisher: No, I... people who are invited won't be expecting a free lunch. They might think that's overdoing it. They'll want to get back to their families, as it's Saturday.
Ms. Ross: All right, the normal pre-lunch snack buffet will be what you need--that's basically the same as what you had last February.
Mr. Fisher: Oh, that'll be fine.
Ms. Ross: OK, well, we'll charge for the room, coffee and snack buffet at the standard rate less 15%, as we agreed. And we'll charge for the drinks served on a pro-rata basis.
Mr. Fisher: Free, fine, yes.
Ms. Ross: What type of... um.., equipment, furniture would you like?
Mr. Fisher: Well, let's have.., um... four.., no, no... five tables for our display. Er... we'll bring our own stands. Now, there's an overhead projector and sound system already in the room, I believe? Can you get someone to check that before we come, you know, to see that it's working?
Ms. Ross: Oh, of course, the technician will be with you when you're setting everything up. Oh, the seats in that room have flap-over desk tops, will that be all right?
Mr. Fisher: Yes, yes, that's fine, sure.
Ms. Ross: You say you've sent out the invitations, any idea how many people there'll be? Urn... I think you know there's... the capacity for the room is about 50, but 40 is ideal.
Mr. Fisher: Yes, ah... the problem is that we won't know exactly how many there'll be until shortly before.
Ms. Ross: Can you let me know definitely by Thursday?
Mr. Fisher: Mm... no. But I'll have a rough idea and we'll budget for the number I give you then. We've sent out 100 invitations...
Ms. Ross: 100?!
Mr. Fisher: Yes, well, in theory that meant that there could be 200 people.
Ms. Ross: Yes, but the room won't...
Mr. Fisher: But of course, haha... I don't expect more than about 30 to come.
Ms. Ross: But what if they do? This room is the only one we have that day--there's a wedding reception in the banqueting rooms, so we...
Mr. Fisher: Well, in that case, I suppose... | Ms. Ross and Mr. Fisher start the conversation with greetings. Then they discuss the preparation for a presentation. Ms. Ross confirms the details of the presentation, including schedule, food service. Ms. Ross is concerned that Mr. Fisher's sent too many invitations than the room capacity. |
test_1428 | Lyndsey: What does your sister look like, Mike?
Mike: Well, she's tall and pretty.
Lyndsey: Is she like you?
Mike: I suppose so. We're both friendly and easy-going.
Lyndsey: Is she as clever as you?
Mike: No, she's not as clever as me.
Lyndsey: Big head! | Lyndsey asks Mike about his sister. |
test_1429 | Jilly: What shall we do now?
Judith: Let's get the table wares we need first, And then stand in the line.
Jilly: I've got all I need.
Judith: Let's stand in the line now.
Jilly: It smells good. Look at these. They make my mouth watering.
Judith: Me too.
Jilly: It will be our turn soon.
Judith: Tell the waiter what you want when it's your turn.
Jilly: OK. I'll have many cream cakes today.
Judith: I don't like them. I think they are too icky. | Jilly and Judith are standing in line to buy food. |
test_1430 | Arlyn: Hi, do you know what's for dinner? I'm starving.
Lidia: We're on our own tonight, dad's taking mom out.
Arlyn: Out? What do you mean out?
Lidia: You know on a date, they are going to dinner.
Arlyn: Dad and mom?
Lidia: Yeah, they said they're reviving the old tradition.
Arlyn: You mean this is going to be a regular thing?
Lidia: That's right, once a week. Do you want to order some pizza? | Arlyn and Lidia's parents are out on a date and will go out for dinner regularly. |
test_1431 | Prudi: Good morning, Madam. What can I do for you?
Madam: Can you show me some traditional Chinese arts and crafts?
Prudi: Maybe sandalwood fan is good.
Madam: Would you show me some?
Prudi: Of course.
Madam: They really smell fragrant. How much is a real sandalwood fan?
Prudi: The small ones are one hundred yuan for each. And the big ones are two hundred and thirty yuan.
Madam: I'll take two small ones and a big one.
Prudi: What else are you interested in?
Madam: I'm afraid not.
Prudi: OK. Here you are. | Madam wants some traditional Chinese arts and crafts. Prudi shows her sandalwood fan and she buys some. |
test_1432 | Marcelline: Well, Sir, we have asked all our guests to wear a jacket and a tie in our restaurant.
Kurt: I didn't know that, can I borrow a jacket and a tie now?
Marcelline: I am sorry. You can't borrow a jacket or a tie from others.
Kurt: That I have to return to the hotel and fetch mine.
Marcelline: Will you put off the time of the conference?
Kurt: Since you are the chairman we'd like to offer you the convenience. What time will you come back?
Marcelline: I think I should be back at about 9:00 AM.
Kurt: We'll put it off to 9:30 AM. What about that?
Marcelline: 9:30 AM will be fine with me. Thank you.
Kurt: You are welcome.
Marcelline: By the way, How many people will attend the conference?
Kurt: 15.
Marcelline: I see. I'll try to be back sooner.
Kurt: Take your time. | Kurt needs to change clothes to enter the conference and Marcelline offers Kurt the convenience by putting the conference off. |
test_1433 | Henry: Where are you going, Jane?
Jane: I'm going to the hospital to see Susan.
Henry: I saw her yesterday. She was a little better.
Jane: Must I catch a number 7 bus to get there?
Henry: No, you needn't. A number 13 bus will also take you to the hospital.
Jane: Number 13 buses run much more frequently, don't they?
Henry: Yes. I caught a number 7 bus yesterday, and they said I had taken a wrong bus.
Jane: Thank you, Henry. I'll get a number 13.
Henry: But number 13 buses leave from the center of town. You'll have to walk two miles to catch one. | Jane will go to the hospital to visit Susan. Henry tells her she can take the number 13. |
test_1434 | Fredrika: You're going to get into a lot of trouble if you do that.
Abigale: What makes you say that?
Fredrika: I don't see anything wrong with what we're doing! That's just the problem. In these kind of things, the trouble doesn't always appear at first.
Abigale: But everything has been so easy.
Fredrika: Everything has gone as smooth as clockwork. Just like we planned! That may be true, but if you were to do it, you would have trouble on the horizon. You always say that.
Abigale: Yeah, you never look at the positive side of things.
Fredrika: Okay. Have it your way, but don't say I didn't warn you. | Fredrika warns Abigale that they might get into trouble, but Abigale doesn't agree with Fredrika's warning. |
test_1435 | Benjie: Would you please recommend some Chinese wine?
Melva: Would you like to have a taste of Moutan?
Benjie: That's great! What comes along with Moutan?
Melva: Yes, you con order some typical Chinese dishes. For example, Roast Beijing Duck.
Benjie: It sounds good.
Melva: Yes, it is the best of our hotel.
Benjie: Really? Let me have a try.
Melva: Thank you. Just a moment, please. | Melva recommends Benjie to have Roast Beijing Duck along with Moutan in the hotel. Benjie will have a try. |
test_1436 | Rawley: There you are, Ben. The information about the evening classes I sent off for has arrived. Right, here are the general courses.
Ben: Flower arranging. That's a real course? Why would someone want to do that?
Rawley: You sit in front of the TV watching baseball for 3 hours every Saturday. And many people would find that boring, too.
Ben: OK, relax. Let's see what else.
Rawley: Photography. That looks interesting. It started last week, but I don't think that would be a problem.
Ben: But look at the price. $280 is too much for me. I wonder why it's so expensive. I don't think I can afford it. But, hey, at least it's $40 cheaper than the Italian wine course. Look at that. $400 web design for beginners. It's pretty cheap. What do you think?
Rawley: I don't want to see a computer in the evening too.
Ben: Hey, look. How about Indian cooking? Starts this week. A little bit expensive.
Rawley: $190. You know how much I love Indian food. I'll call him tomorrow to see if there are still spaces available.
Ben: I'll call them right away.
Rawley: There won't be anyone there now. We'll try in the morning.
Ben: This will be great. We can have our own Indian dinner parties. | Ben and Rawley are looking for a suitable evening class for Ben, and they are interested in Indian cooking after comparison. |
test_1437 | Jody: I cannot imagine if Trump were to be our President again.
Sean: I am proud to say that he is our President, and I will be really happy if he could be re-elected.
Jody: You voted for him, right?
Sean: Did you vote for him, because I know that I did.
Jody: I am not sure about this.
Sean: I have nothing but faith in Trump.
Jody: What?
Sean: I am pretty sure he will make America great again!
Jody: Well, though we do need some change in this country, I don't think he is the right person.
Sean: Our country is already changing as it is.
Jody: You are right about this.
Sean: I trust that he will take good care of our country.
Jody: Well, I don't think so. I will vote for Biden anyway. | Jody is a crazy fan of Trump and wants him to be re-elected. Sean will vote for Biden. |
test_1438 | Flor: I'd like to purchase a pan.
Mommy: Is there any particular size that you want?
Flor: Well, I cook a lot of big meals.
Mommy: What do you think of this one? It's a 16' pan.
Flor: Yes, that's the right size, but it's so heavy.
Mommy: Well, look at our aluminum pan. It's much lighter.
Flor: Yes, this is very light. But the handle is also aluminum.
Mommy: No problem. Look at this one. Same pan, but with a lightweight wooden handle.
Flor: Great. This is exactly what I was looking for. I'll buy it.
Mommy: I think you'll love this pan. Do you want to pay with cash?
Flor: Yes. Oh, wait a second, please. What about a lid?
Mommy: I'm sorry. I forgot to show it to you. Here it is. It comes with the pan. | Flor buys a big, light pan with a wooden handle and a lid from Mommy. |
test_1439 | Phyllys: It's a lovely day, isn't it?
Tedmund: Yes, the weather sure is nice today.
Phyllys: I love it when the weather is like this. Why don't we sit down outside and have our lunch?
Tedmund: That sounds like a good idea. The sky is clear, the sun is shining and there's a nice cool breeze, so it is not too hot.
Phyllys: I really miss the change of seasons like we have in Colorado. but I must admit, this sure is a nice spring day.
Tedmund: Hey, this spot in the shade looks really comfortable.
Phyllys: Okay. Hey, is that a dark cloud over there? Do you think it will rain after all?
Tedmund: I don't think so. I saw the weather report last night, and it said the weather should be fine all day.
Phyllys: If the weather stays nice perhaps we can go to the beach this weekend. It's been a while since I've not really gotten some sun. | Weather's nice. Phyllys suggests having lunch outside and hopes to go to the beach to get some sun. |
test_1440 | Oran: Have you completed the arrangements for the trip yet, Brian?
Brian: I've made the reservations, but there are still some details to make sure. Your plane leaves at 8:30, so I'll pick you up at your house at 6:00.
Oran: 6:00? I'll have to get up in the middle of the night!
Brian: I'm sorry. You have to check in by 7:00 and I think there will probably be a long queue.
Oran: Oh, very well. What about my meetings?
Brian: First, the Managing Director is coming to the airport to meet you.
Oran: Good. We'll be able to talk on the way to the factory.
Brian: The conference does not open until noon. I'll make sure you have a program before work.
Oran: Thank you. I'll read it on the plane,I expect. Now let's get on with some of today's work. | Brian arranges the working schedule for Oran and reports the detailed time and arrangements to Oran. |
test_1441 | Cary: Do you know that I'm checking out in about 30 minutes?
Ricky: Just say the word, sir.
Cary: Excellent! Now, as you know, the day has barely begun.
Ricky: I agree. The dew is still on the grass.
Cary: I want to hit a few more places in the city, but I need a place to put my luggage.
Ricky: We do have a storage space for your bags. There's a small charge, plus a deposit.
Cary: Leave a deposit? Isn't leaving the luggage enough of a deposit?
Ricky: Regrettably, no. But simply present your VISA to cover your deposit.
Cary: Hmm. I'll have to think about this for a second.
Ricky: Okay, sir, but don't think too long. Your checkout is only 30 minutes away. | Cary would like to store his luggage in Ricky's place to hit some places, but there is a deposit. He only has 30 minutes to consider. |
test_1442 | Rheba: My throat is really dry.
Abagail: Do you want to go get something to drink?
Rheba: Yes, I'm parched.
Abagail: What did you want to drink?
Rheba: I was thinking about getting a soda.
Abagail: Do you know that soda doesn't quench your thirst?
Rheba: Why not?
Abagail: Soda is really bad for you.
Rheba: I don't know what else to drink.
Abagail: You're supposed to drink water when you're dehydrated.
Rheba: I would like some water.
Abagail: That's what will keep you from being thirsty. | Rheba wants to drink a soda because of thirst. Abagail suggests Rheba drink water instead of soda when dehydrated. |
test_1443 | Steven: Steven, I need badly your help.
Carmelina: What's the matter?
Steven: My wife has found that I have an affair with my secretary, and now she is going to divorce me.
Carmelina: How could you cheat on your wife? You have been married for ten years.
Steven: Yes, I know I'm wrong. But I swear that the affair lasts only for two months. And I still love my wife. I couldn't live without her.
Carmelina: I will try my best to persuade her to reconsider the divorce. But are you sure that from now on you will be faithful to her forever?
Steven: Yes, I swear. | Steve will try to persuade Steven's wife not to divorce Steven as Steven swears to remain faithful forever. |
test_1444 | Sydelle: Did you work in a charity organization?
Loren: Yeah, I had been in the charity organization for 2 months and I learned a lot from that experience, including love, sympathy, equality, and so on.
Sydelle: In what way did those social activities have impact on your mind?
Loren: I think it had direct impact on my way of thinking. I learned to look at people and things from an overall perspective. In that case, I am not easy to be edgy. | Loren had been in the charity organization for 2 months. Social activities influenced Loren's way of thinking. |
test_1445 | Andrzej: Congratulations! Mr. Stuart! You won the city marathon.
Mr. Stuart: Thank you. I am very excited.
Andrzej: We are all very proud of you.
Mr. Stuart: I am very happy, too. It was a big game and I won.
Andrzej: I watched the race with my children. We saw you run to the finish line. We all screamed with excitement.
Mr. Stuart: It was really an exciting moment. | Andrzej congratulates Mr. Stuart on winning the city marathon. |
test_1446 | Kelsey: Can I help you?
Ameline: Yes, is there any vacant room for tomorrow?
Kelsey: I am sorry. We are full up for tomorrow.
Ameline: Well, is there any other hotel nearby?
Kelsey: Yes, the Sunset Hotel is three blocks away. Maybe you can ask them.
Ameline: Thank you. | The hotel is fully booked and Kelsey offers Ameline the information about hotels nearby. |
test_1447 | Cathi: Look out of the window David, there is ice on the lake. Actually their size all over the lake.
David: Yeah.
Cathi: And there are many people skating over there, do you want to join them?
David: I'm not in the mood. When are we going back to the city?
Cathi: Not until January the third. Is your dad's idea to spend Christmas at these country hotel.
David: I want to stay in New York. Barbara has asked me to a party on New Year's Eve.
Cathi: Your dad works very hard at the bank. He needs a quiet Christmas. To will be nice for me too. I won't have to cook.
David: Oh, this is going to be the most boring Christmas that I've ever had.
Cathi: Take it easy boy. | David complains about the boring Christmas at a country hotel. But Cathi and David's dad feel nice. |
test_1448 | Winthrop: This Olympic park is so big!
Perri: Yes. Now we are in the Olympic stadium, the center of this park.
Winthrop: Splendid! When is it gonna be finished?
Perri: The whole stadium is to be finished this June.
Winthrop: How many seats are there in the stand?
Perri: Oh, there are 5000 seats in total.
Winthrop: I didn ' t know it would be so big!
Perri: It is! Look there, those are the tracks. And the jumping pit is over there.
Winthrop: Ah... I see. Hey, look the sign here, No climbing.
Perri: We put many signs with English translations for foreign visitors. | Perri shows Winthrop around the constructing Olympic stadium and introduces the stadium. |
test_1449 | Alyse: Boy, it looks like everyone in your family is here, from young to old.
Andee: Easter's a good day for reunions. The family goes to church together.
Alyse: And after church they come here for lunch?
Andee: Yup, a big potluck buffet. And then-notice there are no children around?
Alyse: Yeah, what's up with that?
Andee: The kids wait in the house while the grownups hide these. Hide away, Yi-jun! | Andee tells Alyse about the family activities on Easter day. |
test_1450 | Rayner: Did you hear the news? Two of our major suppliers, Murphy Music and U-Tunes are merging! If they are conglomerated into one company into one company, it would have some serious affects on our market strategy.
Murphy Music: Are you sure? Who told you that? I highly doubt that they would take the step to merge into one company. . . They're supposed to be bitter enemies, the strictest of competitors. It must be a rumor. It can't be true.
Rayner: I read it myself on the financial page. They're really going to join together. U-Tunes was bought out by Murphy's, they will take over the company as of next month.
Murphy Music: The competition must have been too stiff for U-Tunes. Otherwise why would they allow themselves to be taken over by their sworn enemy?
Rayner: I guess they must have figured it would be easier to merge than to keep up the cutthroat competition. If you can't beat'em, join'em. | Rayner and Murphy Music have a discussion on the merging of their major suppliers, Murphy Music and U-Tunes and its effect. |
test_1451 | Jermayne: Okay, next question. If Eric asked you out on a date, what would you say?
Dorita: Duh! I would say yes! Eric is the most popular kid in school! Okay, my turn. What would you do if you won the lottery?
Jermayne: Let's see. . . If I won the lottery, I would buy two tickets for a trip around the world.
Dorita: If you buy me a ticket I will go with you for sure!
Jermayne: My dad will freak out if I even mention a trip like that!
Dorita: Alright this is a good one. What would your mom say if you told her you are going to get married?
Jermayne: If I told her that, she would faint and have me committed! | Jermayne and Dorita ask and answer each other's questions about love life and future in turn. |
test_1452 | Obie: All right. I want to bring everybody back on this subject. When can we start working on this?
Webster: Well, we could probably get started with a preparatory meeting this afternoon at 2:00.
Obie: I tell you what, 2:00 is not available for me, but you can get started and I'll come by at around 3:00
Webster: That's fine with me. How much time are we going to have to work on this?
Obie: Perhaps one year, I'm not sure. | Obie and Webster negotiate the time to start working on the subject. |
test_1453 | Sonia: I don't know how to adjust my life. Would you give me a piece of advice?
Bethena: You look a bit pale, don't you?
Sonia: Yes, I can't sleep well every night.
Bethena: You should get plenty of sleep.
Sonia: I drink a lot of wine.
Bethena: If I were you, I wouldn't drink too much.
Sonia: I often feel so tired.
Bethena: You better do some exercise every morning.
Sonia: I sometimes find the shadow of death in front of me.
Bethena: Why do you worry about your future? You're very young, and you'll make great contribution to the world. I hope you take my advice. | Sonia has a bad lifestyle. Bethena kindly advises Sonia to be positive. |
test_1454 | Ritchie: Let's go to Burger Queen for lunch. They have good cheese burgers.
Lesli: OK. I am hungry, too. I like their milkshake. They're very creamy and tasty.
Ritchie: 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.
Lesli: Yup. But, this also means we have to wait to order our food.
Ritchie: Come on. It is worth waiting. Their cheese burgers are really popular. Once you have it, you will love it.
Lesli: Well, sounds very attractive. I just tried their vanilla milkshake last time, and it was really delicious.
Ritchie: 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.
Lesli: OK, I think I know what to order for my lunch now. But, eating too much fried food really makes me fat.
Ritchie: Come on. You just have it once in a while, not every day. It will not harm you.
Lesli: That's true. You can hear my tummy grumbling. I am really hungry!
Ritchie: Be patient. Good food never comes fast.
Lesli: Ok! | Ritchie and Lesli will go to Burger Queen for lunch and eat cheese burgers and French fries. They will have to wait for good food. |
test_1455 | Alyse: Boy, it looks like everyone in your family is here, from young to old.
Andee: Easter's a good day for reunions. The family goes to church together.
Alyse: And after church they come here for lunch?
Andee: Yup, a big potluck buffet. And then-notice there are no children around?
Alyse: Yeah, what's up with that?
Andee: The kids wait in the house while the grownups hide these. Hide away, Yi-jun! | Andee introduces to Alyse the family's tradition to celebrate Easter. |
test_1456 | Mavis: Honey, could you help me here a minute?
Honey: Sure, sweetie. What are you doing?
Mavis: I want to put this curtain up.
Honey: OK. Why don't you just hold the ladder, and I'll put it up.
Mavis: Thanks, dear. | Honey lets Mavis hold the ladder and Honey will put the curtain up. |
test_1457 | Alix: Good afternoon, what can I do for you?
Sonnie: Yes, please. I would like to know something about the driving courses.
Alix: Well, We have short full time courses during the summer. Are you interested in them?
Sonnie: No, I am free only at weekends.
Alix: Then there are weekend courses. The course starts at 8:00 every Saturday and Sunday morning.
Sonnie: Sounds fine. What about the coaches?
Alix: We have very excellent coaches here and some of them have been teaching for 20 years.
Sonnie: Good. How many hours of training should I have each day?
Alix: 3 hours in the morning and 2 in the afternoon. It ends at 6:00 PM.
Sonnie: Then how many people share a training car?
Alix: Usually 3 and we have 2 coaches for each car.
Sonnie: Very good. I will have more chances to get trained. Thank you.
Alix: You are welcome. | Sonnie is asking Alix some information about the driving courses. Sonnie thinks weekend courses are good. |
test_1458 | Freedom Travel: Freedom Travel. How may I help you?
Brandise: Yes, I'd like to make a flight reservation for the twenty third of this month.
Freedom Travel: Okay. What is your destination?
Brandise: Well. I'm flying to Helsinki, Finland.
Freedom Travel: Okay. Let me check what flights are available?.
Brandise: Okay.
Freedom Travel: And when will you be returning?
Brandise: Uh, well, I'd like to catch a return flight on the twenty ninth. Oh, and I'd like the cheapest flight available.
Freedom Travel: Okay. Let me see. Um, hmm ...
Brandise: Yeah?
Freedom Travel: Well, the price for the flight is almost double the price you would pay if you leave the day before 12 AM.
Brandise: Whoo. Let's go with the cheaper flight. By the way, how much is it?
Freedom Travel: It's only $980.
Brandise: Alright. Well, let's go with that.
Freedom Travel: Okay. That's flight 1070 from Salt Lake City to New York, Kennedy Airport, transferring to flight 90 from Kennedy to Helsinki.
Brandise: And what are the departure and arrival times for each of those flights?
Freedom Travel: It leaves Salt Lake City at 10:00 AM, arriving in New York at 4:35 PM, then transferring to flight 90 at 5:55 PM, and arriving in Helsinki at 8:30 AM the next day.
Brandise: Alright. And, uh, I'd like to request a vegetarian meal.
Freedom Travel: Sure, no problem. And could I have you name please? | Brandise wants to make a reservation for a round trip flight this month. Freedom Travel helps Brandise book the cheapest flight and vegetarian meals. |
test_1459 | Stacy: I need to use the ATM.
Ainslee: What's stopping you?
Stacy: I'm not sure how.
Ainslee: I don't understand. It is pretty easy.
Stacy: I've never used one before.
Ainslee: OK. I can help you figure it out.
Stacy: What do I have to do?
Ainslee: First, slide your card into the machine.
Stacy: Then what?
Ainslee: You need to type your PIN in.
Stacy: What do I have to do next?
Ainslee: Click on whichever option you want, and you're done.
Stacy: Thank you! | Ainslee is teaching Stacy how to use an ATM step by step because Stacy doesn't know how to use. |
test_1460 | Shay: So, where are you going to spend your winter vacation?
Jocelyn: Oh, I'm going to meet my girlfriend in Thailand.
Shay: You have a girlfriend in Thailand? Interesting. How come I have never heard of that?
Jocelyn: Actually it will be my first time to meet her.
Shay: You mean you haven't seen her before? Then, how could she be your girlfriend? Maybe you don't even know her.
Jocelyn: That's true. But we have known each other over the Internet for a few months now. Actually we are on an intimate level. We even plan to be engaged next month.
Shay: Congratulations! It's good to follow your heart. But I just didn't expect to be so fast.
Jocelyn: The Internet is making interaction much faster. People are getting to know each other much more quickly this way.
Shay: Probably you're right. | Jocelyn has known a girl from Thailand on the internet and will spend the winter vacation with her. Shay is surprised. |
test_1461 | Dexter: I am sorry, sir. I have broken the reading lamp in my room.
Orbadiah: Well, sir. May I have your room number?
Dexter: 503. I would like to pay for it.
Orbadiah: Please fill out the form first.
Dexter: OK, can you bring me a new one?
Orbadiah: Of course. | Dexter broke a reading lamp and Orbadiah will replace a new one. |
test_1462 | Brook: How would you describe your relationship with our boss?
Jarrett: We have a fairly good working relationship, but there was also a rough spot.
Brook: What do you think his strengths are?
Jarrett: Well, he has an amazing ability to analyze information and he is very good at making the right decision in tough situations. | Jarrett describes to Brook about the relationship with the boss and what their boss strengths lie on. |
test_1463 | Prasun: Did your meal meet with your approval?
Joby: Our meal was absolutely perfect!
Prasun: How about a dessert to top off that wonderful meal?
Joby: Dessert sounds perfect, but I would like to split something with my friends.
Prasun: On this evening's dessert list, we have chocolate mousse cake, homemade fresh strawberry shortcake, and a spicy rum apple crisp.
Joby: I think that the apple crisp would be wonderful.
Prasun: One dessert will serve two, so would you like to split a second one?
Joby: We would also like a piece of chocolate mousse cake. Could you bring us four dessert forks, please?
Prasun: How about some coffee and tea as well?
Joby: We are all tea drinkers. Please bring us four teas.
Prasun: I will prepare your desserts and have someone bring you your drinks right away.
Joby: The hot drinks first would be great. Thanks! | Joby thinks Joby's meal as perfect and orders dessert and tea to share with friends. |
test_1464 | Onlea: Do you know where I can park?
Fawna: Do you need a spot here or off campus?
Onlea: I want a space on campus.
Fawna: There's a parking structure for students.
Onlea: Where can I find it?
Fawna: Go to the western side of the campus, and you'll find it there.
Onlea: Is it full?
Fawna: When I went up there, it wasn't full at all.
Onlea: When was that?
Fawna: Sometime this morning.
Onlea: Would it be full now?
Fawna: I am really not sure. | Fawna tells Onlea Onlea can park at a parking structure and show Onlea the direction. |
test_1465 | Forster: Hi! What are you watching?
Antin: It's a program about islam. It's very interesting.
Forster: Wow! So many people! Where are they and what are they doing?
Antin: They are muslims on a pilgrimage to mecca. Muslims call this pilgrimage 'haj'.
Forster: Why do they go there?
Antin: Muslims believe that every man who is able should go on a haj at least once in his life. Mecca is the spiritual centre of the muslim faith.
Forster: When muslims pray, they face towards mecca.
Antin: That's right. Unfortunately, so many people go on the haj each year that there are often stamped and people get killed.
Forster: I heard about that. The pilgrims must walk around a large, sacred black stone.
Antin: That's right. That's when accidents often happen. The Saudi government tries to limit the number of pilgrims, to reduce the chances of accidents.
Forster: Pilgrimages are common in many faiths.
Antin: Yes. In England, Christian pilgrims might go to Canterbury and many Christians go to the Vatican on pilgrimages.
Forster: Isn't there a place in france where people go to get healed?
Antin: I think that place is Lourdes. There are many stories of people being healed after visiting there.
Forster: Do you think that there is something magical about that place?
Antin: Personally. I think that people believe they will be healed and that faith causes a change in their mind that cures them. I don't think place is magical in any way. | Antin introduces one program about Islam to Forster. They are talking about the pilgrimages of Muslims and people in other faiths. |
test_1466 | Jeffry: Are you a social person?
Matty: Yes, I am an outgoing person who likes to be with a lot of friends.
Jeffry: What is your strategy in communicating with colleagues?
Matty: Well, the most important thing in communication is your sincerity. | Since Matty is very social, Jeffry asks for the communication strategy. |
test_1467 | Jan: Have you decided what you're going to do during your holiday?
Mylo: Yes. I'm going to travel around Europe.
Jan: Wow, that sounds great! Where are you going?
Mylo: I think I will start off in Paris. Then I ' m going to take the train to Nice and then go on to Milan.
Jan: Oh that will be lovely. What are you going to do?
Mylo: I would like to visits their museums.
Jan: Will you come back from Milan.
Mylo: No, I'll go to the UK then.
Jan: Oh, where do you plan to go in Britain?
Mylo: I'll go to Edinburgh to attend the festival.
Jan: Oh yes and it's very famous. Please make sure you buy me a souvenir!
Mylo: Oh, don't worry, I have kept that in mind! | Mylo tells Jan Mylo plans to travel around Europe to visit museums and attend the Edinburgh festival. |
test_1468 | Billi: Wow, you're up early today! What's for breakfast?
Jasmine: Well, I felt like baking, so I made some muffins.
Billi: Smells good! I'll make some coffee. Do you want me to make you some eggs?
Jasmine: Sure, I'll take mine, sunny side up.
Billi: Www, I don't know how you can eat your eggs like that! Ever since I was small, I have never liked sunny side up eggs.
Jasmine: You know, my dad had scrambled eggs every morning for twenty years. It drove my mom crazy!
Billi: You know what really drives me crazy? When I ask for soft boiled eggs, and they overcook them, so they come out hard boiled! How can you dip your toast into a hard boiled egg?
Jasmine: You're so picky sometimes.
Billi: Here you go, honey, fried eggs.
Jasmine: I said sunny side up! How many times do I have to tell you. | Billi is making some eggs for Jasmine and Jasmine wants a sunny side up egg, but Billi gives Jasmine fried eggs. |
test_1469 | Chicky: It's grandpa's birthday next week. We must have a surprise party.
Harriot: A party? Do you mean you want to have loud music and food everywhere?
Chicky: Well, no, but grandpa will. You know he loves jazz.
Harriot: OK, well, how about having it at a hotel?
Chicky: Hotels are expensive, and it's too cold for a garden party at this time of year. We really should have it here at our house.
Harriot: Ok, I suppose you're right. What food should we have?
Chicky: Oh, I'll make some pizzas, and I'm sure grandma will make a birthday cake.
Harriot: Yes, I'm sure she will. I'll make some salad, then. What do you think I should get him?
Chicky: Let me think. No scarves or hats. I'm giving him a scarf and grandpa just bought a hat last month. What about a book? He reads a lot.
Harriot: Ok, good idea. Oh, what day should we plan to have the party?
Chicky: Well, the birthday is on Thursday. So we could do it on Friday. No, Saturday. Saturday is the best day for a party. | Chicky and Harriot discuss grandpa's birthday. They decide on where and when to hold the party and what food and gift to prepare. |
test_1470 | Garvey: Excuse me. Where can I buy some cigarettes?
Catrina: There is a shop on the ground floor. It sells both Chinese and foreign cigarettes.
Garvey: Can I also get some souvenirs there?
Catrina: Yes, sir. There is a counter selling all kinds of souvenirs
Garvey: By the way, where is the men's room?
Catrina: There is one at the end of the corridor.
Garvey: Thank you.
Catrina: You are welcome. | Garvey asks Catrina for directions. |
test_1471 | Jim: Say, Jim, how about going for a few beers after dinner?
Gwen: You know that is tempting but is really not good for our fitness.
Jim: What do you mean? It will help us to relax.
Gwen: Do you really think so? I don't. It will just make us fat and act silly. Remember last time?
Jim: I guess you are right. But what shall we do? I don't feel like sitting at home.
Gwen: I suggest a walk over to the gym where we can play singsong and meet some of our friends.
Jim: That's a good idea. I hear Mary and Sally often go there to play pingpong. Perhaps we can make a foursome with them.
Gwen: Sounds great to me! If they are willing, we could ask them to go dancing with us. That is excellent exercise and fun, too.
Jim: Good. Let's go now.
Gwen: All right. | Jim feels bored at home and asks Jim go for a beer. Jim refuses and suggests going to the gym and meeting friends. |
test_1472 | Conney: Can I help you?
Lotty: I'd like to buy a new mobile phone please.
Conney: Ok, would you like a phone with camera and MP3 player?
Lotty: Yes please. And I'd like to be able to make video calls too. | Conney helps Lotty to choose a new phone. |
test_1473 | Carry: Mom, I've got something to tell you.
Mom: So, please!
Carry: Aunt Jane buys a new bike for Tom. He is putting on grand airs.
Mom: I bought you a new one last year. Isn't it handsome?
Carry: It is great. But Tom's bike is so much better than mine.
Mom: Frankly, he is more well-behaved than you.
Carry: Nothing of that sort!
Mom: Why hasn't the bus come yet? Every morning we have to wait for so long.
Carry: Mom, it's OK. I will buy a big car one day. It is faster than the bus.
Mom: Really? I am looking forward to that. What about the traffic?
Carry: Let me see. Yes. I will buy a plane for you. There is no traffic up there. | Carry is begging Mom to buy a new bike for Carry. |
test_1474 | Jerzy: If I won the Pools, I'd go round the world.
Stewart: Would you? I wouldn't.
Jerzy: What would you do?
Stewart: Oh, I don't know. I'd buy a big house with a garden for my wife and kids, I suppose. But it's difficult to imagine having a lot of money.
Jerzy: One thing's certain. If I had a lot of money, I wouldn't work any more.
Stewart: Wouldn't you? What would you do with all that spare time?
Jerzy: As I said, I'd go round the world.
Stewart: What would you do after that?
Jerzy: Oh, I don't know. It'd take me a long time to go round the world.
Stewart: It doesn't sound very exciting.
Jerzy: Anyway, we haven't won the Pools, and we're not likely to win them. So there isn't much point in talking about it, is there?
Stewart: I'd be happy if I got a rise.
Jerzy: And my wife would be happy if I bought her a mink coat.
Stewart: Well , I'm not likely to get a rise and you haven't the money for a mink coat, so let's come down to earth and have another drink.
Jerzy: What'll you have?
Stewart: I'll have a pint of the best.
Jerzy: I'd have a Scotch if I were you. We deserve it.
Stewart: All right. Make it a double, will you? | Jerzy wants to go around the world while Stewart wants to buy a big house, if win the Pools. But they come down to the earth finally. |
test_1475 | Jannelle: Ah, it's almost summer vacation time. I can't wait to take a break from studying. How about you?
Leonard: Well, I'm not really going to take a break. I'm going to take a business class over the summer and I'm going to work part time at my uncle's company to get some experience.
Jannelle: Why don't you just relax?
Leonard: I really want to be successful in the future. Don't you ever think about your future?
Jannelle: Sure, I do. I think about all the great places I'm going to travel to after I graduate. When I'm done with all my adventures, then I'll start thinking about getting a serious job. | Leonard plans to take a business class in the summer vacation while Jannelle prefers to relax. |
test_1476 | Mathilde: hi, how are you doing?
Nicki: everything's great. And you?
Mathilde: same here. Have you seen any new films recently?
Nicki: no, I haven't had a chance to. But I've been watching a Chinese TV series called Chinese-Style Divorce.
Mathilde: oh, really? I saw it two years ago. It's worth seeing and it's thought-provoking.
Nicki: yeah. I found it is so close to our life.
Mathilde: it reflects some of our difficulties in this ever-changing world.
Nicki: you said it. You know, the divorce rate has been on the rise in recent years.
Mathilde: well, it's said that a lot of young people favor getting married quickly which tend end quickly too.
Nicki: I know a couple who divorced a week after getting married.
Mathilde: oh, that's too short-lived.
Nicki: that's true. It's said the short-lived marriage is typical of the post - 80s generation.
Mathilde: I can't agree more. The only-child generation in China tends to know little about marriage.
Nicki: definitely. They don't take relationships and marriages very seriously.
Mathilde: in their mind, love is nothing but passion and marriage is over once the passion is gone.
Nicki: I think, as the saying goes as the saying goes haste makes waste, it is the same thing with marriage. | Mathilde and Nicki have a conversation about recent trends of Chinese marriage. They agree that the younger generation are taking marriage less seriously and will make hasty decisions. |
test_1477 | Jerrold: Do you want to go over to John's house tonight?
Jaquenette: No, I think I'm getting sick. So I should probably just stay at home and rest.
Jerrold: Oh, OK! You should drink some tea and stay warm. Would you like me to make you some soup?
Jaquenette: No, thanks. I'm not hungry. I might just go to sleep actually. I had to get up very early this morning for a meeting. One of my co-workers seemed ill so I might have gotten sick from her. | Jaquenette prefers to stay at home and rest rather than go over to John's house tonight because Jaquenette gets sick. |
test_1478 | Weylin: Hello, Madam. What can we do for you today?
Madam: Hi. I've been sent over from Turner Interiors. They said I need to collect some sort of L / C? Do you have it?
Weylin: I certainly do. Here it is, an Export L / C from Tokyo.
Madam: It should be from Sayuri Beds. Is that right?
Weylin: Yes, it is. Sayuri Beds, Tokyo, Japan.
Madam: That's what I want! Do you need me to sign anything? Or fill in some forms?
Weylin: Just sign right here, please. That's everything you need to do.
Madam: Perfect. Thank you, goodbye! | Madam is sent over from Turner Interiors to collect the Export L/C from Weylin. |
test_1479 | Merril: I'm frustrated. We're supposed to do our assignment on the computer, but I have difficulty getting access to the computers in the library.
Nick: I understand the way you feel. I'm looking forward to the day when I can afford to get my own. | Merril has difficulty getting access to the computers in the library to do Merril's assignment. |
test_1480 | Aleece: Taxi!
Bruno: Where will you go, sir?
Aleece: Friendship Hotel.
Bruno: OK, it's not far from here.
Aleece: I have something important to do, can you fast the speed?
Bruno: Sure, I'll try my best. Here we are.
Aleece: It's fast! How much should I pay you?
Bruno: The reading on the meter is 15 yuan.
Aleece: Here's 20 yuan, keep the change.
Bruno: Thank you very much. | Aleece takes a taxi to the Friendship Hotel for something important. |
test_1481 | John: Susan I could really use your help this weekend.
Susan: What is it John? Another term paper?
John: No no, this is easy compared to that. My cousin is coming on Thursday. She has an interview at the college and I promised my odd I'd look after her. We're going to the game on Friday. But on Saturday I'm on duty at the library all day and can't get out of it. Uh I was wondering if you could show her around during the day and maybe we can all meet for dinner later?
Susan: Sure. I don't have any plans. What kind of things does she like to do?
John: Actually, I haven't seen her for 3 years. She lives so far away, but this will be her first time on a college campus. She is still in high school so she probably enjoys anything on campus.
Susan: Well, there is a music festival in the auditorium. That's a possibility. Only I hope it doesn't snow, they're predicting 68 inches for the weekend, everything will be closed down then.
John: Well, how about for the time being planning on dropping her off at your place on my way to work around 11:00. But if there is a snowstorm I'll give you a call and see if we can figure something else out.
Susan: Sounds good. We can touch base on Friday night when we have a better idea of the forecast.
John: I hope this works out. | John is asking Susan to help him show his cousin around on Saturday, because he is on duty that day. Susan will probably take her to a music festival if it's not snowy. |
test_1482 | Kathy: I had no idea the countryside was so noisy!
Nicole: It's usually very quiet in the North Carolina Mountains, Kathy. But this is the year of our 17-year bird calls.
Kathy: You mean it's only noisy right now for me and it won't be like this again until 2034?
Nicole: Well, it's not all summer long. They just come out when the weather gets cool, usually after a big storm. They'll be quiet after 4 or 5 weeks.
Kathy: Where do they go for the next 17 years?
Nicole: Oh, they live near the mountains for most of their lives. They just come down here to sing and do their special dances.
Kathy: Sounds like they're in the sky.
Nicole: Well, they're in the trees mostly.
Kathy: This is terrible. Now I don't want to walk under any of the trees in this forest. There's probably bird waste everywhere.
Nicole: So you don't have these in the city. I thought I heard them when I went to Atlanta Georgia.
Kathy: I've never heard anything like this before. California might not have them.
Nicole: Maybe they're just in the East. | Kathy is annoyed at the noise of bird calls. The birds only come out when it is cool and live in trees mostly. They are not in cities and maybe just in the East. |
test_1483 | Martie: Excuse me, can you do me a favor?
Forrester: Sure.
Martie: Where's the busiest street of this city? I am a stranger here.
Forrester: You mean the seventy seventh? It's not far from here. You can walk there.
Martie: Well, we are so tired today. Can you tell me which bus I should take?
Forrester: Bus No. 12.
Martie: Thank you so much. | Forrester tells Martie Martie can take Bus No. 12 to the seventy seventh. |
test_1484 | Jean-Luc: Can I help you?
Natalina: Yes, I want a pair of sport shoes, Jordan.
Jean-Luc: What size do you want?
Natalina: Size 41.
Jean-Luc: Here you are.
Natalina: They fit me. Can you make it a little cheaper?
Jean-Luc: It's already on sale now. | Natalina wants a pair of Jordan shoes in size 41. |
test_1485 | Jolie: I'll be checking out of the hotel in about 40 minutes.
Rochette: Forty minutes or 40 seconds, ma'am, it doesn't matter, I'm ready for you.
Jolie: Great! As you know, however, the day in New York has hardly begun.
Rochette: There's nothing like getting an early start, ma'am.
Jolie: What can I do with my baggage while I visit a few more tourist spots?
Rochette: You can leave your baggage in our storage space, with a deposit.
Jolie: Isn't my baggage enough of a deposit?
Rochette: I wish it was, but it isn't. They will still want a credit card.
Jolie: It's always something, isn't it? Let me think about this for a second.
Rochette: Don't forget that you have very little time, ma'am, before you have to check out. | Jolie wants to store her luggage when visiting New York, but there is a deposit. Rochette reminds her there's little time to think about. |
test_1486 | Othilia: do you remember where you were for the terrorist attacks on 9-11?
Astrid: yes, I was in my apartment in Beijing. Where were you?
Othilia: I was at home with my parents in New York City.
Astrid: really? Did you see the hijacked planes crash into and destroy the twin towers?
Othilia: I didn't see the crash itself, but I did see the smoke and everything afterwards from my parents' apartment building.
Astrid: that must have been horrible. Did you go out at all that day to see what was going on?
Othilia: no, we decided to stay in our apartment. With all the buses out of service and the underground trains at a halt, many people had no choice but to walk home. It was utter chaos.
Astrid: did you know anyone who worked in the World Trade Center?
Othilia: yes, my uncle's firm had an office in one of the towers.
Astrid: did he survive?
Othilia: unfortunately, he wasn't able to evacuate in time. He ended up dying in the tower.
Astrid: I'm sorry. That must have really been a nightmarish day for you and your family.
Othilia: it was. The hijackers didn't have any respect for human life not even their own.
Astrid: terrorist acts are deliberate and deadly and can affect every walk of life. | Othilia and Astrid are talking about the terrorist attacks on 9-11, which was nightmarish for Othilia's family. |
test_1487 | Mary: Listen to this. Mary got married.
Nikkie: Is she really? I can't believe it!
Mary: Yes. Yesterday.
Nikkie: Good gracious. That's incredible!
Mary: She married Jerrod.
Nikkie: You're kidding.
Mary: She's going to live in Paris.
Nikkie: Really? I'm surprised. | Nikkie is surprised to hear from Mary that Mary got married. |
test_1488 | Nathaniel: Hello?
Leah: Good morning, Nathaniel. This is Leah calling from the International Student Office.
Nathaniel: Good morning.
Leah: The reason I'm calling is because Ms. Collins will not be able to call you back until next week.
Nathaniel: Oh. I had hoped she would have called me back yesterday.
Leah: She's terribly sorry about that. She had to leave the office suddenly and won't be able to return until next week. She hopes you understand.
Nathaniel: Is there someone else I can talk to?
Leah: She asked me to call you to book an appointment with someone else today. When are you free today?
Nathaniel: Any time after 2 pm today would be good for me.
Leah: Mr. Liu is available at 2:15 today. Will that work for you?
Nathaniel: I'd prefer to speak with Ms. Fonda.
Leah: I'm afraid she isn't available this afternoon. She has an opening at 11:30 this morning. Will that work for you?
Nathaniel: that will be fine.
Leah: Ok, we'll be expecting you at 11:30. See you then. | Leah informs Nathaniel that Ms. Collins will not be able to call him back until next week, so he needs to book an appointment with someone else from the International Student Office. Nathaniel decides to speak with Ms. Fonda. |
test_1489 | Myrdal: Oh, no. Charlie, where is my purse?
Charlie: Don't you have it? Did you lose it?
Myrdal: Yes, I did. I lost it. It disappeared.
Charlie: Myrdal, purse doesn't just disappear. Think carefully. When did you have it last?
Myrdal: I had it when I left the house. I had it when we start to get the hotdog.
Charlie: OK. Let'go back to the hotdog stand. | Charlie suggests going back to the hotdog stand when Myrdal cannot find the purse. |
test_1490 | Kittie: Hi Tony, I feel so tired.
Tony: Oh, I'm sorry, is there something wrong?
Kittie: Yes, Christmas is coming, and it seems everything has been going wrong lately.
Tony: Here, sit down and tell me about it.
Kittie: Well recently, I've had to be at work by 8:00 AM. You know, I work in the toy department at the shopping center.
Tony: Ah, yes, of course, it's much busier than usual. Everyone's shopping for Christmas presents.
Kittie: Yesterday I overslept and I was 10 minutes late. At 10:00 o'clock, the front doors of the shopping center open and a flood of shoppers walked into the toy department, soon people were shouting, pushing me around or making angry demands.
Tony: Oh, that's awful.
Kittie: I'm used to it now, it's just that selling gifts for kids is such an unpleasant job before Christmas. Christmas doesn't mean much to me now, except more work and more headaches. | Kittie thinks selling gifts for kids is such an unpleasant job before Christmas. |
test_1491 | Cathlene: Ted, where are you going for your holiday this year?
Ted: I haven't decided yet. My wife is going to stay at her parents' for a few weeks. They live in the countryside, you know.
Cathlene: Why not go with her? You can enjoy fresh air there.
Ted: Well, to be honest, I don't like living with my wife's parents. So maybe I'll just stay at home. What about you?
Cathlene: I'll spend a few weeks in China. My husband and I want to see around the country.
Ted: China is a great country. There are many great places to visit there. I'm sure you'll have great fun. | Cathlene and Ted talk about holidays. Ted will stay at home and Cathlene will go to China. |
test_1492 | Eric: Come on, Let's go for lunch, Gregory .
Gregory: I was going to eat in, I'm short on cash.
Eric: Don't worry about it. It's on me.
Gregory: In that case, I'm with you. Em. this is good .
Eric: I agreed,Hi, guess what? I went bungee jumping last weekend.
Gregory: Are you on the up and up?
Eric: Definitely. you know, I'm into serious sport in a big way.
Gregory: If you asked me, you've got a screw loose somewhere.
Eric: come off it, It's not that serious. You should DIY, do it yourself, sometimes.
Gregory: Fat chance, I'm too scared of bungee jumping.
Eric: No, really, I think you'd like it. I adapted to it right off the bat.
Gregory: What did that have to do with me? I'm not the self-seeker like you.
Eric: I can teach you how.
Gregory: I had a sneaking suspicion about you, Eric, I think you've lost it.
Eric: No, not really, but I think I have lost my wallet. Where can it be? | Eric treats Gregory to lunch. Eric went bungee jumping and suggests Gregory should try. Gregory thinks Eric has lost himself. Eric finds he loses his wallet. |
test_1493 | Nat: Morgan, can I ask you a question?
Morgan: sure, what is it?
Nat: I was just wondering if many Chinese people take their leftover food home from a restaurant.
Morgan: in most cities in China, doggie bags are quite uncommon.
Nat: what happen to all the leftover food?
Morgan: it usually goes to the dump.
Nat: that seems like an awful waste! Why don't people order fewer dishes so that they don't have to throw so much away at the end of the meal?
Morgan: ordering a lot of food at restaurants is just a tradition in China. You know, in the past, people could not afford to eat out like they can today.
Nat: I guess that makes sense. I just think it would make more sense to take the leftovers home.
Morgan: well, if you want, you can take the leftovers home.
Nat: no, that's OK. You know what they say when in Rome. . .
Morgan: I was impressed that you tried the pig's feet. I heard that many foreigners don't like to eat them.
Nat: many people in my generation don't eat pig's feet, but my parents grew up eating them, so I think they are OK.
Morgan: did you like them? You could take the last one home with you.
Nat: that's OK. I'll try anything once, but sometimes, once is enough! | Morgan tells Nat that Chinese people seldom take leftover food home and Nat thinks it's a waste. Morgan suggests Nat take the leftover pig feet home. Nat decides to try to do it once. |
test_1494 | Professor Turner: Come in, come in! Can I help you?
Tobias: Professor Turner, are you giving your Advanced Geology course again next semester?
Professor Turner: Yes.
Tobias: I wonder if I could enroll in it, I know it's a graduate course and I'm only a junior, but...
Professor Turner: Aren't you a bit young? I've allowed qualified seniors to take the course and they usually have a hard time to keep up.
Tobias: I know, but the geology of the American West is my favorite interest and I've read a lot in the field. Last semester I took Professor Burman's course and I didn't find it challenging enough.
Professor Turner: I see. You certainly aren't one of those students who are out for easy grades.
Tobias: I should say not. I really want to learn something.
Professor Turner: Well, I'll speak to Professor Burman, if he thinks you're ready, I'll let you enroll.
Tobias: Oh, thanks. Prof. Turner, that's very nice of you. | Tobias wants to take a course of Professor Turner and Professor agrees if Tobias achieves the allowance of Professor Burman. |
test_1495 | James: OK, Mrs Thomas. I finished cleaning up the leaves in the yard.
Mrs Thomas: Oh, thank you, James.
James: I also swept the front steps and took out the garbage. Is there anything else I can help you with?
Mrs Thomas: Can you also take my dog Oscar for a walk?
James: Sure.
Mrs Thomas: Here is such a prince. Ever since I broke my leg i t has been so difficult to take care of things around the house. My daughter Leah helps out on Mondays and Tuesdays and my son Robbie on Thursdays, but I'm so happy you can come on Saturdays.
James: Well, I appreciate the weekend work. I'm saving up to buy a bike so I can ride to my basketball practice.
Mrs Thomas: Will you still be able to work for me after you get your bike?
James: Of course, but don't forget I'm away next weekend visiting my grandfather. My sister Allison will come by instead.
Mrs Thomas: OK. | James comes to help Mrs. Thomas to do some housework on the weekend. James is saving up to buy a bike. |
test_1496 | Business World: Good evening and welcome to this week's Business World, the program for and about business people. Tonight, we have Mr. Steven Kayne, who has just taken over and established bicycle shop. Tell us, Mr. Kayne, what made you want to run yourown store?
Steven Kayne: Well, I always loved racing bikes and fixing them. When I was working full-time as a salesman for a big company, I seldom had time to enjoy my hobby. I knew then that as soon as I had enough money to get my own business going, I'll do it. I had my heart set on it and I didn't let anything stand in my way. When I went down to the bank and got a business loan, I knew I'd love being myown boss. Now my time is my own. I open the store when I want and leave when I want.
Business World: You mean you don't keep regular hours?
Steven Kayne: Well, the sign on my store says the hours are ten to six, but if business isslower than usual, I can just lock up and take off early.
Business World: Have you hired any employees to work with you yet?
Steven Kayne: Yeah, a couple of friends of mine who love biking as much as I do. They help me out a few days a week. It's great because we play cards or just sit around and talk when there are no customers.
Business World: Thank you, Mr. Kayne. We wish you success in your new business. | Business World interviews Mr. Kayne why he ran a bicycle shop. He says he loves it to be his own boss. His friends helped him and they could play when there were no customers. |
test_1497 | Judy: Hey, Frank. I heard you got a new job.
Frank: Yeah, Judy. I will be working for the Post Office. It's not a bad job.
Judy: Is it true that you have a heavy work schedule?
Frank: That's right. I am supposed to work at 5am everyday, and I only get 45 minutes for lunch.
Judy: So, why did you apply for such a demanding job?
Frank: Well, the government offers its employees excellent health insurance benefits.
Judy: Oh, I see. And can your family members utilize the health insurance, too?
Frank: Yeah, that's the best part. All of my children can get free medical care.
Judy: That's a great employment benefit!
Frank: Now you know why I wanted to work for the Post Office! | Frank describes his new job's schedule and insurance at the Post Office to Judy. |
test_1498 | Pamela: Are you enjoying your trip to New Orleans?
Gwendolen: Oh, yes. I really like it here.
Pamela: Would you like to do something tonight?
Gwendolen: Sure. I'd love to.
Pamela: Let's see. Have you been to a jazz club yet?
Gwendolen: Yes. I've already been to several clubs here.
Pamela: OK. What about an evening riverboat tour?
Gwendolen: Uh, actually, I've gone twice this week.
Pamela: So, what do you want to do?
Gwendolen: Well, I haven't been to the theater in a long time.
Pamela: Oh, OK. I hear there's a terrific show at the Sanger Theater.
Gwendolen: Great! Let's make a reservation. | Pamela and Gwendolen are discussing where to have fun, and they decide to go to the theater tonight. |
test_1499 | Tom: Jane, let's go swimming at the Student Center.
Jane: I'd like to, Tom, but I have a paper due on Friday, and I haven't even started it yet.
Tom: Just an hour. I've got a test tomorrow, so I won't be able to stay very long.
Jane: I need the exercise, but I just can't spare the time.
Tom: Okay, how about dinner at the Grill? You have to eat something, and it's right by the library. I'll go over there with you after dinner, and you can do your research while I study for my test.
Jane: Well, but...
Tom: Come on. You'll probably want to stay late, and you shouldn't walk home after dark. I'll stay until you're ready to go.
Jane: That would be nice, but...
Tom: Look, we really wouldn't be wasting any time. We'd just be doing everything we need to do, but we'd be doing it together. I just want to spend time with you.
Jane: Me, too. Okay. I need to go home first, then I'll meet you at the Grill about six. Is that all right?
Tom: That's great. We'll get everything done. You'll see. | Tom suggests going swimming, but Jane refuses. They decide to meet at the Grill to eat and then go to study together in the library. |
test_1500 | Meta: Employees in this company have to have a good command of English. Do you think you are proficient in both written and spoken English?
Jermaine: Yes, I think I am quite proficient in both written and spoken English.
Meta: Well, then, please tell me about your English education.
Jermaine: I have been studying English since junior high school. And I majored in English in college.
Meta: I see, do you speak any other languages?
Jermaine: Yes, I speak a little French and Japanese. | Meta makes requires about Jermaine's English standard. |