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train_1401 | Emery: I just moved into my apartment, and the plumbing is not working.
Jeramie: Can you describe the plumbing problems you are having?
Emery: The bathtub barely drains at all.
Jeramie: Okay, the bathroom plumbing needs looking at. What about the kitchen plumbing?
Emery: Neither the kitchen nor the bathroom plumbing is... | Emery turns to Jeramie for help as the plumbing in Emery's apartment doesn't work. Jeramie will look at it this afternoon. |
train_1402 | Loretta: Why are you so rude to your wife?
Shirlee: I didn't like her butting in where I didn't want her. She's a chatter box.
Loretta: But she means to help you, not to trouble you.
Shirlee: I know. But I just can't stand her butting in when I was trying to emphasize a point. | Shirlee tells Loretta why Shirlee is rude to Shirlee's wife. |
train_1403 | Osborne: Not only does it centralise management, it also increases the efficiency of funds. We have testimonials from various companies who are very happy with the service.
Oona: Yes, I'm sure you do. It sounds like an excellent service.
Osborne: You see, nowadays, a lot of companies are concerned about their group acc... | Osborne introduces and recommends the group account management service to Oona and Oona wants to see the testimonials. |
train_1404 | Adaline: Have you ever been in an earthquake?
Westbrooke: Yes, I experienced one when I was in Tokyo once. The tremors only lasted a few seconds though and then it was over.
Adaline: Do you know where it measured on the Richter scale?
Westbrooke: I don't remember, but it wasn't very serious. Have you ever been in an ea... | Westbrooke experienced an earthquake in Tokyo. Adaline hasn't been in an earthquake but was in quite a few tornados when Adaline was younger and Adaline's father's car was destroyed in a flood. |
train_1405 | Lyn: What's the weather forecast for today?
Nicola: Cloudy in the morning, overcast in the afternoon.
Lyn: Any rain?
Nicola: No, but I wouldn't be surprised if it rained tomorrow.
Lyn: I wouldn't either. It's been looking like rain for several days. | Nicola tells Lyn the weather forecast for today. |
train_1406 | Tracee: Hi Jane, can you let me know the best way to get to your house this evening?
Jane: Certainly, where will you be coming from?
Tracee: I need to be in the city centre this afternoon so I will be coming straight from there.
Jane: Ok. Take the Underground, the Circle line, to High Street Kensington. Make sure you t... | Tracee will visit Jane tonight and Jane tells Tracee the best way to her house. Tracee will see Jane at seven. |
train_1407 | Electra: She is, like, mega-intense, isn't she?
Zina: Ha, she is unstoppable. I'm learning so much from her.
Electra: What's it like to work with her?
Zina: She's demanding. But I like that. I mean, I know our timeline is tight.
Electra: Tell me about it.
Zina: You guys are working around the clock, I know. That guy Da... | Zina shares with Electra the feelings of working with one of their colleagues. |
train_1408 | Liu Wei: Great party, isn't it?
Susan Marshall: Yeah, it really is. I like it very much!
Liu Wei: By the way, my name is Liu Wei. Nice to meet you!
Susan Marshall: Hi, I'm Susan Marshall. You can call me Susan. Nice to meet you.
Liu Wei: You look so young. What do you do, Susan?
Susan Marshall: Well, I'm a college stud... | Liu Wei and Susan introduce themselves to each other at a party. |
train_1409 | Susan: Hi, Tony. Haven't seen you for a long time. How have you been?
Tony: OK, I'Ve been looking for a job for days, and I haven't found one yet. It's so hard finding work these days. Have you had any luck?
Susan: Yes, I've got a job, a waiter's job in a restaurant.
Tony: Are you well paid?
Susan: Well, $ 10 per hour,... | Tony is looking for a job. Susan tells Tony about her current job as a waiter in a restaurant and Tony has a great interest in it. Susan has told her boss about Tony and her boss promised to give Tony the job. Susan also tells Tony about the dos and don'ts. |
train_1410 | Kincaid: What are you doing?
Marilyn: Look at me. I look so old! I look as if I were thirty.
Kincaid: Come on! Stop being so vain. You look great! You are beautiful!
Marilyn: Yes, I am, but I think it's time for some plastic surgery I'm tired of these wrinkles and sagging skin. See?
Kincaid: I don't see any wrinkles or... | Marilyn is not satisfied with Marilyn's appearance and wants to have plastic surgery. Kincaid tells Marilyn Marilyn looks good and plastic surgery hurts. |
train_1411 | Roxi: John has some trouble in his life.
Edie: I hear that his father died.
Roxi: Yeah. He's been having an easy time since he was a boy, and now he doesn't know how to face the music.
Edie: He is out of luck. | Roxi and Edie are talking about John's misfortune. |
train_1412 | Rory: Did you go to the bank to withdraw money?
Nancey: Today is so hot, besides I had so much housework to do. My friend came for a visit and stayed for two hours. I didn't forget, but I had no time at all.
Rory: So you didn't. Is that right?
Nancey: Yes. I'm sorry.
Rory: Why didn't you just answer my question directl... | Rory asks Nancey a question but Nancey didn't answer directly. Rory complains about that. Nancey is sorry about that but doesn't know why Chinese people sometimes would do this either. |
train_1413 | Geri: The Mountains would be a great place for the company retreat.
Sherlocke: That's a wonderful choice.
Geri: I have chosen January as the month for this retreat.
Sherlocke: January is a little too close to the Christmas holidays.
Geri: Yes, maybe another choice might be better.
Sherlocke: I think that April would wo... | Geri and Sherlocke discuss the proper time for the company retreat. Sherlocke will take a survey and give Geri the answers. |
train_1414 | Lemuel: Tell me something about yourself and your past.
Reeba: I was born and grew up in hebes Province. I moved to Beijing, where I started taking courses for my MBA. When I completed my degree, I was offered an opportunity working for a financial services company. I've worked there for eight years.
Lemuel: What was t... | Lemuel has a job interview with Reeba and Reeba shares Reeba's past experiences, the most significant project Reeba has worked on, how Reeba's coworkers evaluate Reeba, the reasons why Reeba is qualified for the position, and Reeba's salary expectations. |
train_1415 | Kelcey: Want to send out for some Chinese?
Jocelyn: Some what?
Kelcey: Some Chinese food. I'm hungry, and there's a take-out restaurant near here. We can have them deliver and then watch the news on TV while we eat.
Jocelyn: No, I'd rather go out. The Chinese food here is rather different from what I had at home. Maybe... | Kelcey and Jocelyn are discussing what to eat and they decide to have something in Al's Steakhouse, an all-you-can-eat place that serves such large portions of meat. |
train_1416 | Sidney: Can you tell me the price for a bus pass?
Elbertina: It costs $ 65 to buy a monthly pass.
Sidney: Is there a cheaper bus pass?
Elbertina: There are student passes.
Sidney: For how much?
Elbertina: It doesn't cost anything for the pass.
Sidney: It's absolutely free?
Elbertina: The monthly sticker costs you.
Sidn... | Sidney asks Elbertina the information of the bus pass and wants to get the student bus pass. |
train_1417 | Anne: Do you have the same style in white?
Shawn: Sorry, miss. I'm afraid we don't have any on hand today.
Anne: What a pity. Are you likely to be getting more in?
Shawn: Yes, maybe you can come on Friday. | Anne wants the same style in white. Shawn asks Anne to come on Friday. |
train_1418 | Mr. Li: Is the room ready for the meeting, Miss Chen?
Miss Chen: Yes, Mr. Li.
Mr. Li: How about the microphone and speakers?
Miss Chen: I also have done it.
Mr. Li: Good. Have you prepared some paper and pencils for the participants?
Miss Chen: Yes. They have been laid by their name cards on the meeting table for each ... | Miss Chen has prepared everything well for Mr. Li's meeting. |
train_1419 | Mollee: Hey Mei Hong, how are you getting to Xi'an next week?
Mei Hong: I'm not sure yet. I may take the train but then again I might take the bus.
Mollee: Yeah but the bus takes a long time. You could fly - it's not so expensive these days.
Mei Hong: Really? Maybe I'll do that then.
Mollee: Ok well, you let me know yo... | Mollee recommends Mei Hong to go to Xi'an by air and will book a ticket for Mei Hong. |
train_1420 | Spiros: Would you please take a seat over there? There are some interesting magazines on the coffee-table.
Edwina: Thank you. How long it take to get my son's hair cut?
Spiros: It shouldn't be long. Thirty minutes, tops. Are you in a hurry?
Edwina: No. I'm thinking that maybe I can get my hair shampooed.
Spiros: Good i... | Edwina is thinking about getting hair shampooed when Edwina's son is getting hair cut. Spiros recommends a massage. Edwina feels refreshed and buys the coupon. |
train_1421 | Leighton: I want to make dinner tonight.
Josee: What are you thinking of making?
Leighton: I don't have any idea what to cook.
Josee: How about making a teriyaki bowl?
Leighton: Can you tell me how to make it?
Josee: All it consists of is teriyaki beef and white rice.
Leighton: Okay, but what do I have to do to prepare... | Leighton wants to make dinner but has no idea what to cook. Josee teaches Leighton how to cook a teriyaki bowl. |
train_1422 | Andee: So that will be one teddy, two terry cloth robes, three pairs of satin slippers, and two pairs of pajamas.
Jory: Does all that come to 10, 000 NT?
Andee: Let me see. . . yes, more. That will be 15, 880 NT in total. And after the discount, your total comes to 12, 704 NT. Here's your free teddy bear, free panties ... | Jory is buying presents for a friend and Andee tells Andee to keep the receipt in case of any exchange. |
train_1423 | Ezekiel: Madam, I made a close study of the draft contract yesterday evening. I think there are something needs to modify.
Gertruda: Which terms?
Ezekiel: First, about the terms of payment. Your draft contract says that payment is to be made by D \ A. This is not our practice. We prefer to have the payment made by L \ ... | Ezekiel wants to modify the terms of payment and packaging in the draft contract. Gertruda has agreed on all the major points. |
train_1424 | Allina: Did you enjoy your meal?
Shelley: Yes, we really enjoyed it.
Allina: May I interest you in some dessert?
Shelley: Yes, that sounds great.
Allina: Well, we have chocolate mousse cake, homemade fresh strawberry shortcake, and a spicy rum apple crisp for our specials.
Shelley: The apple crisp sounds great.
Allina:... | Shelley quite enjoys the meal and Allina will serve Shelley an apple crisp, a chocolate mousse cake, and four coffees. |
train_1425 | Swen: Hi, I'd like a single room.
Adolfo: Do you have a reservation?
Swen: No, I'm afraid not.
Adolfo: Let me check if we have any vacancies. . . You're in luck. We have one single room available.
Swen: How much is it?
Adolfo: $ 60 a night. No charge for local calls on the phone or for the TV, unless you decide to watc... | Swen wants a single room and Adolfo, the hotel receptionist, tells Swen the charge of the room and when is the restaurant open. |
train_1426 | Norm: May I help you at all?
Lonnie: Yes, please. My son wants to go overseas, to England, to do his Master degree. I wondered if you offer any kind of loan that could assist him in doing so?
Norm: We certainly do. I can give you some details about a loan called Personal Loan for Studying Abroad. We offer this to anyon... | Lonnie wants to apply for a loan supporting Lonnie's son's study abroad and Norm tells Lonnie details of the loan. Lonnie is happy that the loan can cover living expenses and tuition. |
train_1427 | Peter Jennings: Excuse me. I've been waiting for over an hour. My appointment was scheduled for 11:00 a.m., and I have a meeting at 1:30 p.m. I took lunch early and then came straight here for my annual health examination.
Dr. Watson: What's your name, sir?
Peter Jennings: Peter Jennings.
Dr. Watson: Let's see...you're... | Peter tells Dr. Watson he has been waiting for his annual health examination for over an hour and is worried about being late for a meeting. Fortunately, Dr. Watson comes. |
train_1428 | Tonya: Do you think you can take me to the Grand Hotel in 30 minutes?
Margarete: It depends. If the traffic isn't too heavy... Anyhow, I'll try my best. You've got enough time.
Tonya: How much should I pay?
Margarete: $12.75, please.
Tonya: Thanks a lot. Here's $15. Give me $1.00 back, please. | Margarete tries the best to take Tonya to the Grand Hotel. |
train_1429 | Anna: The manager just emailed to say that the meeting would be put off till the next Sunday. Will you have everything ready by then? Anna, what's wrong? Are you hearing me?
Nadean: Sorry, I was thinking about my brother. I haven't heard from him for two weeks.
Anna: How often do you call each other?
Nadean: Usually at... | Anna was worried about her brother when Anna talks about the meeting. Anna comforts Anna. |
train_1430 | Elsa: Hello!
Wan Mei: Hello! Glad to meet you.
Elsa: Tell me something about yourself, please.
Wan Mei: My name is Wan Mei and I live in Guangzhou. I was born in 1987. I am a student of Jinan University. I have majored in Public Administration, I like travelling very much and enjoy sports. I am in the tennis club at my... | Elsa is interviewing Wan Mei. Wan Mei tells Elsa the previous experiences at school and at work and reason for applying for this company. Elsa tells Wan MEi there's a good chance for Wan Mei to come to work for this company. |
train_1431 | Juditha: Excuse me, but could you tell me when the plane for Berlin leaves?
Cathrin: In 40 minutes, at eleven o'clock. The plane for Berlin leaves every two hours.
Juditha: How much is a second class ticket, please?
Cathrin: We have only first class tickets left. It is $ 350 one way.
Juditha: OK. I'd like one for the n... | Juditha wants to buy a ticket for the next flight to Berlin. Cathrin tells Juditha to get it from the machine. |
train_1432 | Mike: Hi, Mike. What have you been up to?
Toby: Not much. I started exercising.
Mike: Trying to get in shape?
Toby: Yeah, and I need to start improving my health.
Mike: Me, too. What are you doing besides exercising?
Toby: That's about all.
Mike: I think if you eat better, it will also help a lot.
Toby: Sleep is import... | Mike and Toby agree that it's significant to exercise more, eat better and have a good sleep in order to stay healthy. |
train_1433 | Hollie: Hello, Bob. I haven't seen you for a long time. How are you getting along with your preparations for the entrance exam?
Bob: Well, I really can't tell. Anyhow, I'm doing my best, working night and day.
Hollie: So am I. Sometimes, I feel very tired, both physically and mentally.
Bob: I feel the same. I often suf... | Both Hollie and Bob feel tired when preparing the entrance exam. Hollie doesn't think going to college is the only future they have. Bob agrees but still thinks it's a better choice. |
train_1434 | Joletta: Excuse me. What's the postage on this letter to New York, please?
Prudy: How would you like to send it?
Joletta: By registered airmail.
Prudy: Eighty cents, please. And please write down the postal code in the mailing address. Anything else?
Joletta: Yes. I'd like 6 postcards and 10 fifty-cent stamps, please.
... | Prudy tells Joletta the postage and the weight of the letter and asks Joletta to write down the postal code. |
train_1435 | Basia: Good evening, can I get you a drink?
Brad: Sure, I would like a Coke.
Basia: Would you like to order anything off the appetizer menu?
Brad: Let's see, can I get some fried zucchini, please?
Basia: Would you like to order anything else?
Brad: No, that's it, thank you.
Basia: No problem, call me when you're ... | Basia serves Brad and Brad orders a drink and appetizer first and then orders food for the dinner. |
train_1436 | Mattias: Can you tell me where I can park?
Brynn: Are you driving a motorcycle or an automobile?
Mattias: I drive an automobile.
Brynn: Fine. You can either park in the student lot or on the street. Do you know what a handicapped space is?
Mattias: Yes, I have seen those spots.
Brynn: Well, when you see the blue s... | Brynn tells Mattias when and where to park the automobile in the evenings and reminds Mattias to be aware of the time limits on the street signs and the curb colors. |
train_1437 | Tedie: People are funny.
Shelbi: They sure are.
Tedie: Did you hear about the pilot?
Shelbi: The one that stole a small plane?
Tedie: Yes, he stole a plane in Canada and flew into the U. S.
Shelbi: Did they catch him?
Tedie: Yes. After two U. S. fighter jets followed him for an hour, he landed on a highway.
Shel... | Tedie and Shelbi are talking about the pilot stealing a small plane and hoping a fighter jet would shoot him down. |
train_1438 | Ashlyn: Hi, excuse me. is this seat taken?
Carson: Oh, no. It's all yours.
Ashlyn: Thank you very much. My name is Ashlyn. It's nice to meet you.
Carson: Carson. It's nice to mee you, too.
Ashlyn: the weather is so warm for December, don't you think?
Carson: it is unusually warm. I balme it on global warming.
Ashlyn... | Ashlyn and Carson meet each other for the first time and they have a pleasant talk about the weather, the place they come from, and The Da Vinci Code before Carson gets off. |
train_1439 | Lesley: excuse me, could you tell me which line I'm supposed to stand in to buy bubble wrap and to post a package?
Emanuela: you can buy the bubble wrap here, but you'll have to stand in line over here to post your paskage.
Lesley: that's a really long line. How long do you think it'll take to get through all those p... | Lesley is sending a package and Emanuela instructs Lesley how to buy bubble wrap and post a package. Lesley also buys some stamps for Christmas cards. |
train_1440 | Jeff: Joanne, let's not make this divorce any more acrimonious than it already is, okay? Let's just get down to business and start dividing this stuff up fairly, so we can go our separate ways, alright?
Joanne: Fine with me. I just want to get this over with. It's important we make a clean break. I should have signed ... | Joanne and Jeff are making divorce and dividing their stuff. They decide Joanne will have the antique gramophone and Jeff will have the silver tea set. They then find some old photographs which bring back memories and find they still love each other. |
train_1441 | San Felice Hotel: Good afternoon, San Felice Hotel. May I help you?
Mrs. Ryefield: Yes. I'd like to book a room, please.
San Felice Hotel: Certainly. When for, madam?
Mrs. Ryefield: March the 23rd.
San Felice Hotel: How long will you be staying?
Mrs. Ryefield: Three nights.
San Felice Hotel: What kind of room wou... | Mrs. Ryefield calls the San Felice Hotel to book a room for three nights with a view over the lake. San Felice Hotel books a room for her and gives her a confirmation number. |
train_1442 | Jacquetta: Well, mom, thanks for having Simon stay for a couple of days.
Agretha: That's OK, Phillip. What have I got to do?
Jacquetta: Well, Saturday's busy. In the morning, he's got his piano class.
Agretha: Right. And in the afternoon, he's going to a birthday party, isn't he?
Jacquetta: No, that's in the evening. H... | Phillip sends Simon to his parents' home and tells Agretha where Simon needs to go in the following days. |
train_1443 | Hedvig: Who are the people in this photo?
George: Oh, that's my homestay family. I'm going to Australia for a year on an exchange program. And those are the people I'm living with. Those are the parents, Mr. and Mrs. Smith. Their daughters' names are Jenny and Cindy, and their son's name is George.
Hedvig: Is that Geor... | George tells Hedvig about the people in the photo who are George's homestay family in Australia. |
train_1444 | Samantha: Dad, where are we going?
Dad: First, we will go to the city center and stop for something to drink, then we will visit the University Museum.
Samantha: Where are we going to have a drink?
Dad: There is a coffee shop round the corner. Can you see that big building at the end of the road?
Samantha: Yeah, I can ... | Dad tells Samantha they will stop for something to drink and where is the coffee shop. Dad then asks Samantha to find a table and he'll get the drinks. |
train_1445 | Effie: No.106, please.
Hilliary: I'm No.106. Here you are.
Effie: Welcome to Genova's Deli. Just drop your number in the basket there. What can I get for you today?
Hilliary: I need 3 sandwiches. The first two are both roast beef with cheese, but one has everything on it, and the other has no tomatoes.
Effie: What kind... | Effie helps Hilliary order 3 sandwiches with different requirements, 3 cokes and a large bag of chips. |
train_1446 | Laurie: Good morning, Miss.
Darsey: Good morning. Could you tell me where I can find the Clothing Department?
Laurie: On the left of the elevator of the 3rd floor.
Darsey: I ' d like to buy a woolen vest for my grandpa.
Laurie: I ' m sure you can find your favorite there.
Darsey: Thank you very much.
Laurie: It ' s my ... | Laurie tells Darsey, who wants to buy a vest for her grandpa, the location of the Clothing Department. |
train_1447 | Laurie: I'm interested in Chinese antiques.
Cinnamon: We have a great variety of Chinese antiques. Besides, we have landscape painting, figure painting and flower-and-bird painting.
Laurie: I'd like a flower-and-bird painting.
Cinnamon: How about this picture of cranes with pine trees? It was painted by a famous Chines... | Laurie is interested in Chinese antiques. Cinnamon recommends a picture of cranes with pine trees. |
train_1448 | Mr. Lee: Hi. I ' m here to catch flight 513 to New York.
Mollee: May I see your ticket please?
Mr. Lee: Here you are. Do you need to see my passport?
Mollee: Any form of picture I. D. will do.
Mr. Lee: Mmmm... a photo I. D. I have my New Jersey driver ' s license. Is that ok?
Mollee: That will do. What an interesting p... | Mr. Lee is catching flight 513 to New York. Mollee helps with his check-in process and thinks his photo is interesting when checking his photo I.D. |
train_1449 | Wayne: What's your main range?
Dorey: Generally speaking, we provide bikes for both gentlemen and ladies, size 19, 21, 23, 25 and 27 inches. We can vary the colors according to the buyer's requirements. Here are the catalogues and the pattern books. They will give you a rough idea about our products.
Wayne: I am intere... | Wayne is interested in Dorey's flying pigeon bicycles, which Dorey has confidence in, and wants to know the availability of the products and the terms of sales. |
train_1450 | Jimmy: You'll never guess what I won at work today! - Tickets to tonight's final NBA game.
Tish: Two, I hope and I hope that by telling me about them you are planning on taking me!
Jimmy: Of course! And here's the best part, they are court side seats!
Tish: How in the world! Who came up with seats like that from your c... | Jimmy won two tickets for tonight's final NBA game and will take Tish, who is excited about that, together. |
train_1451 | Jeri: What's the matter, John? you seemed to be restless today.
John: You see, I've been offered a new job. I can't decide whether to take it or not.
Jeri: Oh, that's easy. If it's better than the one you are doing now, go for it. That's my advice.
John: It isn't that easy. I hate to quit my present job. People around ... | John has to think about whether to take the new job or not, although Jeri advises him to take it. |
train_1452 | George: Lili, let ' s take a vacation!
Lili: George, how can we? Vacations cost money. And this month we don ' t have much money left after paying the rent.
George: Well, Lili, we can visit different places in the state in our van 10. We are not going to take a plane or stay at a hotel this time. Trust me, it won ' t c... | George tries to persuade Lili to take a vacation because they have been working hard. Lili worries about the money at first but then agrees and suggests going to Chicago to have Chinese food and go to a ball game. |
train_1453 | Abby: hi, my name's Abby. What's your name?
Tadd: I'm colin. It's nice to meet you. What do you do?
Abby: I'm a freelance English teacher. How about you?
Tadd: I'm in between jobs at the moment.
Abby: what kind of job are you looking for?
Tadd: I'd like to find a job with flexible hours in the IT field.
Abby: have you ... | Abby, a freelance English teacher, advises Colin, who wants to find a job with flexible hours in the IT field, to be a freelance IT consultant and volunteers to help Colin with his CV tomorrow. |
train_1454 | Sandra: Where did you get all these barney tour pamphlets?
Celestyna: I took them from a travel agency. Look at those nice pictures, lash forest, palm fringed, white sand beaches, crystal blue ocean, they're breath-taking. It is like paradise on earth.
Sandra: That's why it's become a very popular holiday destination t... | Celestyna took some barney tour pamphlets from a travel agency and is planning to sign up for a tour. Sandra thinks it's a perfect plan. |
train_1455 | Petti: Hello!
Remy: Is Petti there?
Petti: I'm sorry, I'm afraid you've dialed the wrong number. There is no Petti here.
Remy: Wrong number? Are you sure? I called yesterday and she was there.
Petti: I'm sure you have the wrong number. This one has been my number for more than 20 years.
Remy: That's impossible. I remem... | Remy calls to talk to Petti. Petti tells Remy that Remy has misdialed. Remy feels sorry. |
train_1456 | Ola: Hello, Alice. Would you like to go to the temple fair with me?
Alice: Temple fair?
Ola: Yes. The ancient custom of holding temple fairs is to offer sacrifices to the god of the earth, and they have developed into a festival filled with food, performances and games now.
Alice: Sounds interesting!
Ola: Absolutely, I... | Ola explains the temple fair to Alice and invites her to go to the Tianqiao Temple Fair together. Alice agrees. |
train_1457 | Merril: Tomorrow I'll take you to some places that I'm sure you will have interest in.
Ellyn: Where else haven't we been to yet?
Merril: They are the Folk Antique Handicrafts and Collectibles Exhibition Halls.
Ellyn: Sounds great! How many kinds of folk collections do they have?
Merril: Well. there're actually over 200... | Merril will take Ellyn to the Folk Antique Handicrafts and Collectibles Exhibition Halls, which has over 200 kinds of folk collections, tomorrow. Ellyn can't wait anymore. |
train_1458 | Noland: She is so beautiful, isn't she?
Julia Roberts: Who?
Noland: Julia Roberts.
Julia Roberts: Yeah, she is so charming. I like her, too.
Noland: It's said that her new movie is going to come out.
Julia Roberts: What's the movie about?
Noland: I'm not sure.
Julia Roberts: Isn't it silly to see a movie that you know ... | Noland and Julia Roberts both like Julia Roberts and admire her for her concern about society. |
train_1459 | Jess: Will they send me a form telling me that I have been granted unemployment?
Eddy: A Notice of Unemployment Insurance Award letter will be sent to you.
Jess: What information will be in that letter?
Eddy: The Award Letter will inform you as to how much you will receive.
Jess: What other forms will I need to turn in... | Eddy tells Jess Jess will be informed Jess has been granted unemployment by letter. Also, Jess needs to turn in a Continued Claim Form every two weeks. |
train_1460 | Tiena: What about a medication to help me with my problem?
Nydia: There are several types of medications that we can try for your high blood pressure.
Tiena: What types of medications would be best?
Nydia: For water retention, I am going to start you on Hydrochlorothiazide, which is a diuretic.
Tiena: What are the side... | Nydia will give Tiena two kinds of drugs to help with Tiena's high blood pressure and tells Tiena there won't be many complications. |
train_1461 | Peter Smith: Good morning! I am a rookie in our office.
George Williams: Good morning! Welcome to our office!
Peter Smith: Nice to meet you! My name is Peter Smith.
George Williams: Nice to meet you too! I am George Williams.
Peter Smith: This is my first day at work!
George Williams: Well, hope you will enjoy your fir... | Peter Smith, a rookie in the office, and George Williams greet each other. George promises to help Peter if needed. |
train_1462 | Waite: How are you doing?
Guinna: Everything's fine with me.
Waite: What can I do for you today?
Guinna: Is it possible for me to view the apartment today?
Waite: Unfortunately, you will not be able to view it today.
Guinna: Why can't I view it today?
Waite: You'll need to make an appointment to view the apartment.
Gui... | Guinna wants to view the apartment. Waite helps Guinna to make an appointment on Friday at 6 pm. |
train_1463 | Mr. Brown: I'm glad to have the opportunity of visiting your corporation. I hope to conclude some substantial business with you.
Fredric: It's a great pleasure to meet you, Mr. Brown. I believe you have seen our exhibits in the showroom. May I know what particular items you're interested in?
Mr. Brown: I'm interested i... | Mr. Brown is interested in Fredric's hardware and asks Fredric to give him an indication of price. Mr. Brown also asks for a commission. Fredric will consider it if the order is a substantial one. |
train_1464 | Olimpia: Ladies and gentlemen, we are heading towards the first spot of our trip-the Louvre.
Donni: Wonderful. That's a place famous for its arts.
Olimpia: Yes. There are so many famous paintings on show. I am sure it will be an unforgettable trip.
Donni: Surely it will be. By the way, when will we get there?
Olimpia: ... | Olimpia will bring Donni to the Louvre. Donni agrees that the trip will be unforgettable. |
train_1465 | Augusto: Please show me the menu, Miss.
Lauren: Of course. Here you are. Can I take your order now?
Augusto: Yes. I'd like an Italian soup to start with and then some fried noodles.
Lauren: All right. Can I serve you anything else?
Augusto: Yes, I'd like another cup of coffee afterwards. Make it hot, please.
Lauren: Yo... | Lauren takes Augusto's order, including soup, fried noodles, and coffee. |
train_1466 | Judy: Judy, what do you think of the new general manager?
Mab: He has extensive experience, although the guy's really deep, sometimes, it scares me.
Judy: I heard he's very clear about his likes and dislikes and he's not the type to just let things go, so don't provoke him.
Mab: I know, and that's why I'm always respec... | Judy and Judy agree that the new general manager makes people uneasy and they should be more careful. |
train_1467 | Debi: Look! Allen has the mike!
Lyndsie: I thought he only liked to listen?
Debi: That was before he heard Stanley sing! I guess he couldn't stand it anymore, so he decided to give it a try himself! Allen has a really good voice! He sounds like Enrique Iglesias!
Lyndsie: And he can move, too! He dances like Ricky Marti... | Debi and Lyndsie admires Allen's voice and dance. |
train_1468 | Amalia: Don't you have air-conditioning in your apartment? It's sweltering here!
Fawne: Well, there is air-conditioning. Did you see that window air conditioner there? The problem is that the window unit isn't powerful enough.
Amalia: I guess not, huh.
Fawne: Well, I'm going to move out anyway. The new apartment has ce... | Fawne's air conditioner is not powerful enough. Amalia thinks Fawne should have moved out long ago, but Fawne had to wait until the lease expired. |
train_1469 | Othello: We have one day to visit the big city, can you give us some advice?
Phyllys: Yes, you can take a limo, a tour bus or just walk.
Othello: I don't think we can visit the city in one day just by walking. How much does the limo cost?
Phyllys: $ 50 a day. | Othello decides to visit the city by limo after hearing Phyllys's advice. |
train_1470 | Delbert: O. K. So, where do you think we can save more money?
Maxie: Well, we could eat in more. That $ 300 for entertainment is mostly going to restaurants.
Delbert: Yeah, that's a good idea, and you like to cook. What about the books?
Maxie: No, I need my books.
Delbert: Come on, if we save more money we can retire e... | Delbert and Maxie agree to save money by eating in more and spending less money on books and shirts. |
train_1471 | Hatti: How many hours do you work a week?
Brit: I do a forty-hour week. I'm on flexi-time. I usually start work at 8 a. m. and finish at 4
Hatti: And how many weeks holiday do you get a year?
Brit: Four - plus public holidays. I usually take two weeks off in the summer and the rest at New Year.
Hatti: Do you do overtim... | Brit tells Hatti Brit does a forty-hour week, has four-week long holidays a year, and does overtime if needed. |
train_1472 | Li: Hello! Is Mr. Green there?
Mr. Green: Speaking. May I ask whom I am talking to?
Li: This is Li with Silk Company. We met last Sunday during the exhibition.
Mr. Green: Oh, yes. I remember your company.
Li: Thank you for visiting our products. I remember that you are interested in our silk products and so, could I ha... | Li with Silk Company wants to show Mr. Green more information about their products. They schedule a meeting next Friday. |
train_1473 | Marlyn: I'm not satisfied with it.
Lena: Why not? What's wrong with it?
Marlyn: Sometimes it goes fast. And sometimes it goes slow. And the alarm doesn'twork, either.
Lena: Would you like another one?
Marlyn: No. Can I have my money back?
Lena: Hmm. . . have you got a receipt?
Marlyn: A receipt?
Lena: Yes. I must see y... | Marlyn isn't satisfied with a product and requests a refund. Lena asks for the receipt, but Marlyn thinks it's lost. |
train_1474 | Benjie: When can I move into my new house?
Micheal: The current owners will be moving out on Tuesday, so technically you could pick up the keys and move in on Wednesday.
Benjie: Will the utilities be turned on?
Micheal: You need to contact the utility company and make arrangements to transfer the utilities to your name... | Benjie is going to move into Benjie's new house. Benjie and Micheal talk about the move-in date and the pre-arrangements. Benjie asks for Micheal's help on the move-in day but Micheal thinks Micheal can't make it. |
train_1475 | Lida: Oh, will you tell me when I get Hayfield Road, please?
Enoch: It's only three stops from here. I tell you when we get there, it's my stop, too.
Lida: Thank you. That is very kind of you.
Enoch: Don't mention it. --Do you see those traffic lights ahead? We'll turn left when we get to them. Hayfield Road is the nex... | Enoch tells Lida when they get Hayfield Road and volunteers to show Lida how to get to the new Technical College. Lida is grateful. |
train_1476 | Mr. Zhang: Good morning. Miss Zhao. Please sit down.
Miss Zhao: Thank you. It's nice to meet you. Mr. Zhang.
Mr. Zhang: I have your application here. You are a university student?
Miss Zhao: Yes. I'm a business major.
Mr. Zhang: So you are interested in working for our company.
Miss Zhao: Yes, I need a part time job, b... | Mr. Zhang interviews Miss Zhao. Miss Zhao is a university student who is computer trained and needs a part-time job for money and experience. |
train_1477 | Nichol: Good afternoon. I'd like some information about the trains, please.
Hollis: Yes, madam. Which train? Where are you going?
Nichol: To Bournemouth. You see, I have a sister there and...
Hollis: So your question is 'When's the next train to Bournemouth?' Is that right?
Nichol: Yes, that's right.
Hollis: At half pa... | Hollis tells Nichol the next train to Bournemouth leaves from Platform 13. Nichol thinks it's unlucky. |
train_1478 | Hamid: We are having a debate on advertising Thursday evening, and I have to take part.
Ginny: That's interesting. I should like to hear what people think about advertising.
Hamid: What's there to say? We must have advertising, mustn't we?
Ginny: Why?
Hamid: Well, we wouldn't know what there was to buy if we didn't hav... | Hamid is going to have a debate on advertising. Hamid thinks advertisements provide information and tell people which product is the best. Ginny thinks advertisements can be misleading and sometimes harmful. Hamid thinks Ginny provides a lot to think about. |
train_1479 | Jaclyn: The prevailing attitude about premarital contracting is that it spoils the whole concept of marriage, love, and trust. How do you counter that?
Marcie: First of all, most of us hear about premarital contracting when someone rich and famous gets divorced and about all the battles they are going through. I know w... | Jaclyn asks about premarital contracting. Marcie is not surprised that people's initial reaction towards premarital contracting is negative but still thinks it's a way to learn more about each other. Catriona thinks that premarital contracting is a communication process and it's important to communicate and consider a ... |
train_1480 | Calley: Excuse me. Can you tell me which is the way to the nearest shoe shop?
Martica: There's one on Queen's Road.
Calley: Thank you, but how can I get there?
Martica: It's not far from here. Walk along this road and after three blocks you'll see a post office on your right. The shop is just behind it.
Calley: How lon... | Martica tells Calley the way to the nearest shoe shop and how to get there by bus. |
train_1481 | Mellie: Hi, Bob. I heard about your accident but I didn't think it would be this bad.
Bob: Well, thanks for making me feel better.
Mellie: I can hardly recognize you. Tell me what happened.
Bob: I just got back from Africa where I had a terrible accident in a motorcycle race. I broke both my legs when my motor failed a... | Mellie visits Bob in the hospital. Bob still needs to stay in bed. He had a terrible accident in a motorcycle race but still loves racing even if it hurts. Mellie thinks he's lucky to be alive. |
train_1482 | Mark: Mark is the best candidate for chairman of the student union, isn't he?
Nadeen: Well, that guy won't be able to win the election unless he gets some majority vote from women students. And I'm not sure about that. | Mark thinks Mark is the best candidate for chairman of the student union, but Nadeen isn't sure he'll win. |
train_1483 | Mamie: (Sniffing) Phew! Is that French coffee?
Jehu: Pardon?
Mamie: Is that French coffee you are drinking?
Jehu: Yes,that's right. Why? What's the matter?
Mamie: I don't understand why you drink French coffee. It makes a strong smell.
Jehu: I like it very much, I prefer it to English coffee.
Mamie: Have you got a lot ... | Mamie doesn't like French coffee but asks Jehu, who likes it very much, for some for his wife. |
train_1484 | Dorie: So, Emily, how was your day?
Emily: I don't think you really want to hear about it.
Dorie: It can't have been that bad. Go on and tell me about it.
Emily: To be honest, it was horrible! My manager is such a pain in the neck!
Dorie: Why? What happened?
Emily: Well, he made quite a few mistakes on the monthly... | Emily tells Dorie she had a horrible day. Her manager made some mistakes and blamed them on her. Emily has no idea why her manager treats her worse than others but she can do nothing until she gets a promotion. Dorie thinks that's sensible. |
train_1485 | Kaylil: I can put you in rooms three-eleven and three-twelve. They're at the rear of the hotel.
Mona: Mona
Leta: That's much better, thank you.
Mona: Mona
Leta: Yes, Dad?
Mona: I'd like a view.
Leta: Oh. Is there a view?
Kaylil: Not really.
Leta: Well, we want our rooms together.
Mona: Mona...
Leta: Yes, Dad?... | Mona's dad wants a lovely view, while Mona wants their rooms together. Thus Kaylil puts them in two opposite rooms on the same floor, one of which has a view. |
train_1486 | Ben: Well, any luck? Did you see Buster anywhere?
Lucy: No, I couldn't find him either. I drove all around the neighborhood. I circled our block 3 times, hoping he'll show up. No such luck. I'm sorry, Ben.
Ben: It's not your fault. I shouldn't have left the door open. I hope we'll find him. He is such a huge part of ou... | Ben and Lucy are looking for Buster. Ben regrets letting the door open. Lucy comforts Ben. They will walk up Forest Avenue to look for Buster. |
train_1487 | Andrea: Hello, this is Andrea.
Alex: Hello, Andrea, this is Alex. I have some very good news for you. Miranda was very satisfied with you, and said she's very much looking forward to working with you. Isn't that wonderful? Congratulations, dear. How does it feel to be Miranda's new assistant? I imagine that you're just... | Alex tells Andrea the good news that Andrea will be Miranda's new assistant. Andrea can't start on Monday, so Alex changes it to Wednesday. |
train_1488 | Lily: Lily, where do you like to eat?
Hermia: Well, my favorite restaurant is the Knife and Talk. It's very near the city center. At lunch, it's full of office workers, but I like to go before that, in the middle of the morning. I go there and order big breakfast and take one of their newspapers and just relax for an h... | Lily's favourite restaurant is the Knife and Talk. She likes to go there before lunch and relax for an hour. Lily's favourite restaurant is a very simple one. The food there is tasty and cheap. |
train_1489 | Allin: I'd like to rent a bike for a day. How much does it cost?
Ivan: It's $20 a day. A day is from 9 o'clock in the morning until 7 o'clock in the evening.
Allin: So if I brought the bike back at 7:30, would I have to pay for an extra day?
Ivan: Yes, and there's a deposit to pay as well. It's $50. Then when you bring... | Allin wants to rent a bike with a helmet. Ivan tells Allin there's a deposit. Allin promises to bring the bike back on time. |
train_1490 | Shirly: Shirly, I'm working on our class diary for next week. Would you please give me the information?
Manish: Sure. First is the deadline for after class activity application. The deadline is next Monday, June fourteenth.
Shirly: Monday, June fourteenth.
Manish: Yes, then on Wednesday, that's the sixteenth, all class... | Shirley helps Shirly to work on the class diary for next week. They need to apply for after class activity, hand in student photos, attend the basketball club meeting, and fill in a form next week. |
train_1491 | Judith: What are you reading?
Vince: It is a book written by a guy who was born without arms or legs.
Judith: What? So how does he get around?
Vince: He can actually walk pretty well, but he can't move that fast. He also has an assistant who helps him. He is actually quite successful.
Judith: He must have worked pretty... | Vince is reading a book written by a guy who was born without arms or legs. Judith thinks he must have worked pretty hard. |
train_1492 | Evvy: Being away from home for college can be stressful. Besides all the pressures of study, there's the pressure on your pocket. Today, let's go to a university to find out. Excuse me. Can I ask you a few questions?
Maynard: Well, OK.
Evvy: How do you find the cost of living in the city?
Maynard: Everything is expensi... | Evvy interviews Maynard on Maynard's cost of living in the city. Maynard thinks everything is expensive, especially transport. |
train_1493 | Kelsey: So, how should we get to the theatre?
Shirline: Let's take the bus.
Kelsey: I hate the bus system in London! The bus drivers are rude, the buses are never on time, and there are few people around who can help you.
Shirline: It's not that bad. You probably just had a bad experience once.
Kelsey: It wasn't just o... | Shirline suggests taking the bus to the theatre. Kelsey doesn't want to take the bus because of the bad experiences. They give up the taxi because they are already late. and Shirline persuades Kelsey to take the bus at last. |
train_1494 | Jocelyn: Hello.Hot water overflowed from the bathtub.Will you help me?
Delbert: Would you turn off the tap?
Jocelyn: I did it.
Delbert: Then will you put all the towels under the bathroom door?
Jocelyn: OK. I will.
Delbert: I'll have our housekeeper come right away.
Jocelyn: I'm sorry I was too tired to fall asleep.
De... | Jocelyn fell asleep and water overflowed from the bathtub. Delbert gives Jocelyn some instructions. |
train_1495 | Shayna: Doctor, I feel much better now. Will I be albe to go home some time this week?
Doctor: That's good to hear. You've had an ideal recovery from your operation. We're going to send you home tomorrow.
Shayna: Do you think I can get back to work very soon?
Doctor: Don't be in such a hurry. I'm confident that you'll ... | Shayna feels much better now and tells the doctor that Shayna wants to go home. Doctor gives Shayna some advice and will send Shayna home tomorrow. |
train_1496 | Doralynne: Have you declared your income and are you prepared to pay tax?
Ninnette: Not yet. I don't know how to fill out the form. What is the tax-free allowance for supporting a dependent?
Doralynne: I don't really know. Why not ask the accountant or the lawyer of the law firm? They will tell you which is subject or ... | Doralynne doesn't know about tax-free allowance. Ninnette advises Doralynne to seek an accountant and make the declaration soon. |
train_1497 | Lincoln Bank: Good day! Welcome to Lincoln Bank, how may we assist you?
Lesya: Hello. I need to find out if a Receipt of Proceeds has arrived. I'm from Felix Wasserman Associates.
Lincoln Bank: Thanks. Have you got the L / C number?
Lesya: It's NX567822100007.
Lincoln Bank: Hang on a tick and I'll check for you. I'm so... | Lesya checks the document status from Lincoln Bank. Lincoln Bank will update Lesya when the document arrives. |
train_1498 | Elwin: I need to make a copy of a document as soon as possible.
Ramesh: No problem, sir. There's a copy machine in our computer lab.
Elwin: Very good. How much does each copy cost?
Ramesh: Each copy will cost you a dime, sir.
Elwin: A dime? I remember when copies used to cost a nickel.
Ramesh: There aren't many things ... | Elwin wants to make a copy of a document. Ramesh tells him the price. |
train_1499 | Andie: Hello, Sir. What can I do for you today?
Sir: I need to find a new way of getting my insurance.
Andie: We've just started a new business at this bank, Bank-Insurance Link.
Sir: Could you give me some details about that?
Andie: Certainly. It could really benefit someone like you. Besides insurance for you, you ca... | Andie wants to purchase a insurance. Sir introduces the new insurance with dividends. Andie will go through the materials and decide later. |
train_1500 | Sargent: How may I help you?
Joao: I couldn't find the book I was looking for.
Sargent: Have you checked the database?
Joao: I checked.
Sargent: Was it on the shelf?
Joao: It should have been, but it wasn't.
Sargent: Maybe someone took it.
Joao: Will you be getting another copy anytime soon?
Sargent: I'm sure we will.
... | Joao couldn't find a book. Sargent will reserve another copy for Joao. |
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