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train_2801 | Nyssa: Can I help you?
Marjie: Yes. I'd like to borrow these books.
Nyssa: Just a second. I'll see if I can find them for you.
Marjie: Thanks.
Nyssa: Here you are. You must return them within a month.
Marjie: What happens if I'm not finished with them in a month?
Nyssa: You can come in and renew them unless someone els... | Marjie borrows some books and Nyssa reminds Marjie to return the book in time. |
train_2802 | Joelle: What a nice dress, Jean. You look marvelous!
Jean: You, too. Where did you get your new hat?
Joelle: From the Crown's. Oh, what lovely earrings you have! Are they diamond?
Jean: Yes. It's a birthday present from my husband!
Joelle: Well, you are lucky to have such a considerate husband. Mine hasn't brought me a... | Jean and Jean praise each other's outfit. They look at other women and comment on their dressing taste. Joelle thinks most women follow fashion like sheep and Jean quite agrees with her. |
train_2803 | Verney: Excuse me, sir. Can I help you?
Percy: I'd be glad to have your help. Could you make the air-conditioner cooler?
Verney: I'm sorry. We can not regulate the air-conditioner. As soon as the plane takes off we'll be able to get better ventilation, and the temperature here will drop. Let me get a wet towel for you ... | Percy wants to turn the air-conditioner cooler, but Verney cannot regulate it, so Verney offers Percy a wet towel and orange juice with ice. |
train_2804 | Irvin: Hi, buddy! How do you deal with your salary?
Sig: I usually put them into my bank account. I think that is a little secure, though the interest rate is low now.
Irvin: Look! This stock is rising now. I am researching it, and planning to buy some shares.
Sig: Have you invested in the stock market before?
Irvin: N... | Irvin's planning to buy some shares but Sig thinks it's risky. Irvin'll ask their teacher of economics, Mr. Locker, for advice. |
train_2805 | Debi: What are the best places to visit here please?
Kriste: It depends If you are interested in the city. you might like to tour it by car I can be your guide, We'll leave the afternoon free. You can do some shopping in the mall if you like.
Debi: Great. What do you suggest we see?
Kriste: I suggest we visit the Metro... | Kriste's showing Debi around New York and suggests visiting the Metropolitan Museum of Art first. Debi thinks the exhibits are special. |
train_2806 | Lockwood: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?
Mr. Wang: Yes, I'd like to see the manager. Here's my card.
Lockwood: Thank you, Mr. Wang. Do you have an appointment?
Mr. Wang: No, I'm afraid I don't. Is it possible for me to see him now?
Lockwood: I'm afraid Mr. Li is engaged at the moment. Would you mind waiting?
Mr. Wa... | Mr. Wang wants to see Mr. Li but he isn't available now. Since Mr. Wang hasn't got time to wait, he has to make another appointment. |
train_2807 | Brynna: Excuse me, is there a swimming pool in your hotel?
Ignacius: Yes, the swimming pool is right behind the building. Walk out of the door and you will see it.
Brynna: What's the fare?
Ignacius: $ 10 per hour.
Brynna: Thank you. | Ignacius shows Brynna the way to the swimming pool and tells Brynna the fare. |
train_2808 | Ashton: I'm going to the shops in a minute. What do we need?
Victor: We're okay for vegetables but we should stock up on meat. Can you go to the butcher's and get some veal and some beef?
Ashton: No problem. We also need bread, so I'll go to the baker's. I'll get some vol au vents for Victor's birthday bash on Friday. ... | Ashton's going to the shops. Ashton and Victor talk about what they need to buy and what errands Ashton needs to run. |
train_2809 | Sharleen: Joy Chain elementary school, please.
Leodora: Will do.
Sharleen: How frustrating! The bus is still not coming.
Leodora: Ma'am, take your kid to school?
Sharleen: Yes. I am in a hurry. Please take a shortcut.
Leodora: No problem. Don't worry, the taxi is faster than the bus.
Sharleen: The traffic is terrible o... | Sharleen takes Leodora's taxi frustratedly to take her kids to school due to the terrible traffic on Monday morning, then Sharleen and Leodora talk about taking kids to school. |
train_2810 | Ginelle: What do you do in summer?
Bealle: I love going out into the countryside for walks or bike ride. I love being out in the fresh summer air. How about you?
Ginelle: I don't often go for walks, but I either play sports outside-you know, tennis or badminton-or just sit in the sunshine and read a good book.
Bealle: ... | Ginelle and Bealle are talking about what they do in summer and winter. They prefer summer to winter since they can wear clothes that are too cold for winter. |
train_2811 | Mr. Green: Please come in, Steven.
Steven: All right, Mr. Green.
Mr. Green: Have a seat over there. How are things going out in the office?
Steven: Pretty well. Everyone is working hard.
Mr. Green: But, our business has been going down sharply the couple of months and we have to reduce some staff.
Steven: You mean I'm ... | Mr. Green lays off Steven, the sales manager, since their sales didn't go up. |
train_2812 | Paul: Sara, I've been looking forward to our yearly camp out for three weeks. [Me too] It's going to be a wonderful day for hiking tomorrow. The great outdoors. Camping under the stars. This is the life.
Sara: Yeah, but Paul, I'm a little bit worried about the weather though. The weatherman said it was going to rain la... | Paul's excited about the hiking tomorrow but Sara's worried about the weather. When it's time for hiking, it begins to rain, but they left the raincoats at home. They finally decide to stay in the car and wait for the weather to clear. |
train_2813 | Janina: It seems the restaurants here have little business these days.
Cornela: That's true. But ours is a scenic resort. And this is not the busy season. When summer comes, you'll see armies of tourists waiting in line in order to get a seat. | Cornela tells Janina the restaurants have little business these days because it's the slack season. |
train_2814 | Greg: It's Saturday again. No alarm clock, no work. I love it.
Issy: How I want to have much free time as you do! So what do you usually do in your free time?
Greg: I'm spending much of my free time learning German. I also enjoy playing the piano now and then.
Issy: Do you play any sports?
Greg: Not much. But I go to t... | Greg spends free time learning German and playing the piano. Issy recommends skating but Greg gave it up because Greg once broke Greg's leg while skating. |
train_2815 | Doctor Johnson: Babar Jason?
Babar Jason: Yes.
Doctor Johnson: Hello, I'm Doctor Johnson. What's the problem?
Babar Jason: I keep getting these headaches lately. And my nose usually gets stuffed up.
Doctor Johnson: Are you eating properly?
Babar Jason: Sure, I don't eat fast food. I eat three square meals a day.
Doctor... | Babar Jason tells Doctor Johnson that he keeps getting headaches lately. Doctor Johnson doubts that it may be caused by the cat of Jason's roommate and will schedule Jason for the test right away. |
train_2816 | Alas Baker: Our guest today is Alas Baker who has a very unusual ability. Alas, thank you for coming into the studio. What kind of unusual ability are we talking about here?
Karel: Wow, it's quite easy to describe. Basically, when I read a word or even think of a particular word, such as Tuesday, I see a color connecte... | Alas Baker tells Alas Baker he can see a color when reading a word or thinking of a particular word, which is diagnosed to be 'synesthesia' generally passed on from parents to their children. Alas Baker's brother has the same condition as him. Alas Baker thinks this ability makes life exhausting but also makes reading ... |
train_2817 | Amy: Hello. This is Amy.
Tom: Hello, Amy. This is Tom.
Amy: Yes. What can I do for you?
Tom: I want to go to New York by train today. Would you please look up a train time for me?
Amy: Certainly, Hold on, please. Um... there's one at eleven p. m. It's a little late. Why don't you go there by car?
Tom: My car is being r... | Tom requests Amy to help him look up a train to New York today because his car is being repaired. |
train_2818 | Agata: I would like to purchase some meat.
Kati: What kind of meat would you like to get today?
Agata: First off, I'm going to need a pound of ground beef.
Kati: A pound of ground beef is $2. 48.
Agata: That's perfect.
Kati: What else will you be needing?
Agata: I'm also going to need three pounds of chicken brea... | Agata buys some ground beef and some chicken breasts with Kati's assistance. |
train_2819 | Aloisia: Why are you walking to and fro in the room?
Reeba: I'm worrying about the children. After all this is the first time they have been out without us.
Aloisia: Don't worry. They are grown-ups.
Reeba: I know. But I couldn't help. | Reeba worries about the children since it's their first time to be out without parents. |
train_2820 | Yance: I'm about to run out of business cards. I need some new ones.
Cassaundra: We can print as many as you like. Just tell me how many.
Yance: Two thousand should get me through the year.
Cassaundra: Here's a form to get you started.
Yance: My old card is perfect, so all I want you to do is copy it exactly.
Cass... | Yance pays Cassaundra to print Yance's old business cards and asks for a three-day turnaround. Cassaundra tells Yance it'll cost a little extra. |
train_2821 | Laura: May I drive the car this time, Bill?
Bill: OK, I know you're a good driver, but be careful.
Laura: Thank you Bill. Where exactly are we going now?
Bill: I am not sure. Maybe we're heading for a small town to have a stop there. What do you think about, Laura?
Laura: Shall we go down the valley to find a nice plac... | Laura requests Bill to let her drive this time. They decide to head down to the valley for a camp. |
train_2822 | Immanuel: Have a look at these brochures! Have you ever thought of visiting North Africa?
Willard: Well, I've traveled to Morocco on business twice and I'd really like to go there again on holiday.
Immanuel: Great. There is a flight on April twenty fifth and...
Willard: Flight? Forget it! My wife is afraid of flying.
I... | Immanuel suggests visiting North Africa but Willard and his wife cannot go by air or by ship. They finally decide on a coach tour around Europe. |
train_2823 | Catlaina: I can't believe Thanksgiving is right around the corner. Who usually does the cooking in your family?
Bartholemy: My mother and my 2 aunts don't let anyone else do anything except for the salad and the drinks. That includes all the sauces, desserts and place settings.
Catlaina: Wow, it sounds like they take T... | Bartholemy's mother and aunts do the cooking on Thanksgiving while Catlaina's family cook everything together. |
train_2824 | Sophie: Sophie, did you see that quiz show last night, the one presented by Frank Jones?
Morty: No, was it any good?
Sophie: It was great. Frank Jones always makes me laugh. I've been watching it for the past couple of weeks.
Morty: Do you think so? I don't understand why so many people think he's funny.
Sophie: Well, ... | Sophie tells Sophie about the quiz show presented by Frank Jones. Sophie admires Jones very much while Sophie cannot get his humor. Then they talk about the questions in the show. |
train_2825 | Lavina: Excuse me? I want to go to Broadway on Eighty-second Sreet. Can I take any bus that comes along?
Bing: You can take any bus except the No.9.
Lavina: How often do the buses run?
Bing: They run about every 5 minutes.
Lavina: Fine. How long does it take to get to Eighty-second Street?
Bing: About 15 minutes. It's ... | Bing tells Lavina how to get to Broadway on Eighty-second Sreet by bus. Lavina tells Bing Lavina likes New York very much and thanks Bing for the help. |
train_2826 | Melodie: Are you OK?
Brandon: I think so. I'm just a little frightened.
Melodie: I should think so that looks like a pretty bad accident.
Brandon: It was, my guess I'm lucky.
Melodie: You bet you are. What happened?
Brandon: Well, I was just driving around the corner back there. And I lost control of the car. I must ha... | Brandon just survived a bad accident. Still frightened, Brandon tells Melodie about the experience, and Melodie tries to comfort Brandon. |
train_2827 | Millicent: Good morning, Mrs. Smith.
Noella: Good morning. Can you help me please? I'm looking for some books for my mother as a gift.
Millicent: Well, what kind of books does she like?
Noella: She's very font of detective stories.
Millicent: I see, has she read any detective stories?
Noella: Oh, yes.
Millicent: Do you... | Mrs. Smith requests Millicent to recommend some detective stories for her mother as a gift. |
train_2828 | Shawn: OK, just sign your name right here on this line and you will officially own your house.
Arvin: Excellent. I can't believe I just bought a house. I've waited such a long time to own a house. When can I move in?
Shawn: The previous owners need to clean the house this weekend. But you can move in on Monday morning.... | Arvin just bought a house with Shawn's assistance. Arvin can move in on Monday morning and Arvin'll recommend Shawn to Arvin's friend who wants to sell his house. |
train_2829 | Madam: Whew thanks for stopping, sometimes it can be impossible to get a cab in the rain.
Jaymee: No worries. We're too.
Madam: I'm going to fifth avenue and east twenty second street, no rush at all though.
Jaymee: Oh that's good because it looks like we're not going to be able to move more than a few feet per minute.... | Madam thanks Jaymee for driving Madam home on a rainy day during rush hour. |
train_2830 | Jemima: What do you think about this idea? Going for a picnic.
Toinette: Well, I'm not sure, I think it's a bit boring. I think barbecue on the beach would be more fun.
Jemima: Yes, I agree, but it's quite a lot of work. Someone has to stand here and cook all night. I think we should go to a restaurant instead.
Toinett... | Jemima and Toinette are discussing what activities to do. They finally agree on having a fancy dress party at someone's house. |
train_2831 | Libby: What did you buy at the market?
Connie: I bought some special local products.
Libby: You seem to have bought the whole market.
Connie: Yes. I really wanted to do so. I love those handicrafts, especially the papercuts.
Libby: Papercuts are all handmade. Let me see the papercuts you bought. Oh they're all animals.... | Connie shows the local products Connie bought to Libby. Connie will buy more papercuts to send to friends. |
train_2832 | Jacquie: Shall we go to the cinema then?
Royce: I don't think there's much on this week. How about going bowling?
Jacquie: I've never really taken to it. And it's not so cheap, either.
Royce: OK, then how about getting the bus into town? Each of us doing whatever we want there, then meeting up again at the bus station.... | Jacquie and Royce talk about what to do. They finally agree on getting the bus into town and doing whatever they want. |
train_2833 | Meir: I'm happy to hear about your friend's wedding, sir. For your jacket, would you like a more traditional 3 button or a modern 2 button?
Mark: Let's go with the 2 button. I'm not as slim as I used to be, you know.
Meir: No problem, sir. And for your white shirt, would you like your shirt to show past your jacket sle... | Mark chooses a modern 2 button design for the jacket and prefers the shirt to show past the jacket sleeves. |
train_2834 | Lia: May I help you, madam?
Celene: Yes. I ' m trying to find a pair of earrings to match my necklace. Can you recommend some to me?
Lia: Yes. Your gold necklace has a diamond pendant, and your eardrops should be
Celene: These look wonderful. Do these come with a guarantee of quality?
Lia: Of course. If there is anythi... | Lia recommends a pair of earrings with a guarantee of quality to match Celene's necklace. |
train_2835 | Lissie: I'm ready to place an order with you, but only one condition that the goods are confined to Australia. Can you do that?
Marlow: Well, I haven't made such arrangements with the factory yet. So I'd like to make sure if it is acceptable to the factory before making a commitment to you.
Lissie: All right, but I'm b... | Marlow will ensure the goods confined to Australia are acceptable to the factory before committing to Lissie. |
train_2836 | Sonnnie: Pasadena Traffic School. How can I help you?
Elsbeth: I would like to sign up for some classes.
Sonnnie: What classes did you want to sign up for?
Elsbeth: I need to take a driver's course.
Sonnnie: You'll have to make an appointment.
Elsbeth: What do I need to make an appointment for?
Sonnnie: You need an app... | Elsbeth wants to sign up for a driver's course. Sonnnie helps Elsbeth make an appointment to sign the papers. |
train_2837 | Ambrosi: May I see your passport, please?
Ivan: Certainly. Here it is.
Ambrosi: You are here on business, I think?
Ivan: That's right. A German company has invited me for business talks.
Ambrosi: How long will you be staying?
Ivan: Just two weeks.
Ambrosi: How many pieces of baggage have you got?
Ivan: Only one. In thi... | Ivan tells Ambrosi Ivan is here on business and have a camera. Ambrosi reminds Ivan should take the camera out when leaving the country. |
train_2838 | Susan: Hello. this is Susan.
Mark: Hello, I ' m Mark. I ' m just wondering if you are free this weekend
Susan: Yes, I think So.
Mark: Good. I was thinking that I ' d like to invite you to watch a movie. I can meet you at the cinema gate.
Susan: What ' s the time?
Mark: Six thirty, tonight.
Susan: Oh, I ' m sorry I can ... | Mark invites Susan to watch a movie, but Susan has to do some housework. She suggests inviting Jenny instead. |
train_2839 | Daniel: Wow, the ferris wheel over there is so big. I'd like to take a ride on it.
Nicky: It is called Energy Collector.
Daniel: Look at your right-hand. Is it the zone of the Lost Maya Kingdom?
Nicky: Maybe. Oh. I see the Jungle Flying Train. I once rode it. It was very exciting.
Daniel: I want to have a try later.
Ni... | Daniel and Nicky are excited to see Energy Collector, the Jungle Flying Train, and the Air Force Ants. They will try them later. |
train_2840 | Noel: Do you know that scientists replicated a sheep into an identical clone.
Connie: I heard about that. It was successful.
Noel: It's a big jump in science. Maybe more like a leap.
Connie: I should say, it stunned me. I can't imagine what they will think of next. | Noel tells Connie scientists replicated a sheep. Connie's stunned. |
train_2841 | Oren: Thank you very much for everything you have done for me during my stay in China.
Marney: And I must thank you again for your generous help.
Oren: The help is mutual. I must thank you to see me off. My wife and I will be looking forward to seeing you. You will come to see us, won't you?
Marney: I promise I will ta... | Marney sees Oren off and thanks Oren. They hope to see each other soon. |
train_2842 | Judy: You ready?
Pansy: Am I ready for what?
Judy: Are you ready to transfer to a new school tomorrow?
Pansy: Oh. Yes, I'm ready to transfer.
Judy: You're not nervous, are you?
Pansy: I'm very nervous.
Judy: Why are you nervous?
Pansy: I'm not going to know anybody there.
Judy: That's not a problem.
Pansy: That makes m... | Pansy is ready to transfer to another school and tells Judy Pansy's nervous. |
train_2843 | Reuben: May I help you?
Sioux: I would like to find this book.
Reuben: Is there a problem?
Sioux: I don't think you guys have it.
Reuben: You should look it up on our computer.
Sioux: I did that.
Reuben: What came up?
Sioux: It should be on the shelf, but I didn't see it.
Reuben: I can try to get the book from a differ... | Sioux didn't find the book that should be on the shelf. Reuben'll get it from another library. |
train_2844 | Tibold: Let's call it a day.
Dorelle: It's nice to go home earlier once in a while. But it's the evening rush.
Tibold: It's hard to commute a long way.
Dorelle: Sure it is. I really hate to get caught in a traffic jam. | Tibold and Dorelle got home late for the evening rush. |
train_2845 | Cole: It's so relaxing, taking a walk in the country. The air is so fresh and clean.
Stacee: Would you like to live in the country? I'm not sure I'd like it.
Cole: I can see a lot of advantage and disadvantage. The problem is that, for me, each advantage has its own disadvantage.
Stacee: What do you mean?
Cole: Well, I... | Cole and Stacee are talking about the advantages and disadvantages of living in the country. For Cole each thing has two sides and people cannot have them both. They both like the peaceful life in the country, but it isn't convenient for distant stores and facilities. |
train_2846 | Rose: Rose, the weekend is coming. Let's discuss what we will do.
Cornelle: What about going to the zoo on Saturday and to the park on Sunday?
Rose: Sounds good. But on Saturday there's a football final.
Cornelle: Then, what shall we do on Sunday.
Rose: Let me see. We can visit the country. We haven't done that for suc... | Rose has a football final on Saturday. Rose and Cornelle plans to visit the country on Sunday. |
train_2847 | Jerrie: Robin, what are you going to do tomorrow?
Robin: Bob and I plan to play hockey in the morning.
Jerrie: And later?
Robin: Well, in the afternoon, after a long nap, we'll go yachting with Nora.
Jerrie: It seems that you will have a nice day tomorrow.
Robin: How about you? What are you going to do tomorrow?
Jerrie... | Robin will play hockey and go yachting tomorrow while Jerrie has to do work and chore. |
train_2848 | Nat: Professor, I will not be here for our next class meeting.
Professor: Is this absolutely necessary?
Nat: I tried to work something out, but I really do have to miss one class.
Professor: Will you be able to make up the work you missed?
Nat: I'm going to be doing a lot of extra reading.
Professor: Remember that I wi... | Nat asks Professor for a class off but Professor only lets students miss one class. Nat will do extra reading to make up. |
train_2849 | Mandy: I am really impressed with your presentation skills.
Siddhartha: Thank you. I have been working on it for several years.
Mandy: Well, your time has been well spent!
Siddhartha: It also helps that I have strong team members, such as yourself. You really know your stuff!
Mandy: Thanks, but I have to admit I am rea... | Mandy prizes Siddhartha's presentation skills, and Siddhartha thanks team members' help. |
train_2850 | Jenelle: What kinds of Tv programs do you enjoy watching?
Bernadine: I like current affairs programs and documentaries, especially wildlife ones. How about you?
Jenelle: I like those kinds of programs too. They're very informative. I think that many people underrate the education value of Tv.
Bernadine: I agree. People... | Jenelle and Bernadine both think Tv programs are informative, and advertisements shown during and between programs shouldn't be blamed. In Jenelle's country, there's a time limit on the advertisements, but there are still many advertisements in Bernadine's country. |
train_2851 | Arvy: Are you still at that work?
Marcelo: Yes, I'm still working there. But I really find my job boring. I'd like to change my job.
Arvy: What sort of job do you have in mind?
Marcelo: I think I'm quite fit for a driver.
Arvy: But it's very tired.
Marcelo: I don't care.
Arvy: What's your parents'opinion?
Marcelo: I ha... | Marcelo tells Arvy Marcelo wants to change the job into a driver. |
train_2852 | Nikki: Have you heard about Anlesen David?
Anlesen David: No, have they have another fight?
Nikki: No, they got engaged.
Anlesen David: You must be joking. Those two.
Nikki: Well, my dear. I didn't believe either. But got it straight form the horse's mouth. Davi called me this morning.
Anlesen David: So when did this h... | Nikki tells Anlesen David David has engaged and he'll get married next June. Anlesen David is surprised. |
train_2853 | Jolene: How did you get around over there? Did you rent cars?
Byram: No, that would be too expensive. We used the train system. We bought a special pass called a Enrail pass. It lets people use the train wherever they want, as often as they want.
Jolene: I've heard about Enrail passes. So those Europeans really depend ... | Byram tells Jolene Byram takes Enrail to get here. Byram hopes Americans had a better train system, but Jolene says the train system is lousy and Americans like going out by car, which are harmful to the environment. Byram agrees and says alternative transportation should be developed though it will be hard in America. |
train_2854 | Neysa: Hi, Lilly, it's so nice to see you again.
Lilly: Hum, me too. This winter holiday was especially long. What have you done?
Neysa: Nothing special. I had a get-together with some schoolmates at the high school, visited the Internet and read a couple of books which I had been longing for. How about yours?
Lilly: Y... | Lily and Lilly share what they did during the winter holiday. |
train_2855 | Lyn: I am not sure what to do to get ready for my job interview.
Meryl: Make sure that you understand the company. Do you understand what it is that they do?
Lyn: No, I probably need to do some more research.
Meryl: When you've finished your research it will help you figure out whether your company is rigid in philosop... | Meryl gives Lyn suggestions to prepare for the job interview. Meryl advises Lyn to understand the company, pick out the wearing, and be relaxed and open. |
train_2856 | Erl: What can I do for you?
Betsy: I need to make a deposit.
Erl: Are you depositing cash or a check?
Betsy: I'm depositing a check.
Erl: Please sign the back of the check.
Betsy: There you go.
Erl: Do you want cash back?
Betsy: Yes, please.
Erl: How much cash would you like?
Betsy: I want $ 150.
Erl: Here's your $ 150... | Betsy deposits a check and gets some cash back with Erl's assistance. |
train_2857 | Marie: Hi, waiting for the bus? Where are you going?
Oralie: China Hotel.
Marie: Why don't you take a taxi? It'll get you there much faster.
Oralie: Well, I think I'll take the bus this time just for a change. | Oralie will take the bus this time. |
train_2858 | Quigly: I wonder if we can change to Channel 5.
Fannie: Why?
Quigly: I want to know what's on that channel.
Fannie: Oh, good.
Quigly: There is a football match.
Fannie: I prefer TV play to football.
Quigly: OK. Could you turn it down?
Fannie: What are you going to do?
Quigly: I'm going to listen to the radio.
Fannie: M... | Fannie suggests Quigly that they enjoy the TV play together. |
train_2859 | Don: Hello. Is Vanessa there?
Vanessa: Yes. This is Vanessa.
Don: Hi, Vanessa. I'm Don. I'm calling from Seller's Market. Are you still interested in a position as a cashier?
Vanessa: Yes. Is the position available now?
Don: Yes, it is. Please come to see me tomorrow afternoon at 2 00 for a job interview.
Vanessa: Than... | Don calls Vanessa to take the job interview as a cashier tomorrow afternoon. |
train_2860 | Wei: Whoa! This is a massive flea market!
Roarke: You're telling me! There are thousands of people here.
Wei: And hundreds of booths-all filled with different kinds of stuff.
Roarke: This is almost like a Taiwanese night market! I can't believe it!
Wei: You can't buy much more, Wei! You already have enough to fill two ... | Wei and Wei are hanging around the flea market, and Wei buys a lot. |
train_2861 | Nikoletta: Is this the right bus for San Francisco?
Maggi: It sure is. Can I see your ticket? OK, fine.
Nikoletta: When's the first stop?
Maggi: About two hours out of Los Angeles. Give me the bags, I'll put'em on the bus. Here's your claim tag. Don't lose it. When you get off the bus, give it to me.
Nikoletta: Thank y... | Maggi checks Nikoletta's ticket and tells Nikoletta can smoke in the rear, but alcohol isn't allowed. |
train_2862 | Benjie: We look forward to your early reply and trust that through our mutual cooperation we shall be able to conclude this transaction with you in the near future.
Ambrosio: Thank you for your consideration. We will inform you of our intention as soon as possible.
Benjie: I hope you'll see that we are really doing our... | Benjie expects Ambrosio's reply to their cooperation. Ambrosio'll inform Benjie soon. |
train_2863 | Rock: Pardon me. Does your hotel have a fitness facility?
Erin: Yes, sir. We try to anticipate all our guests'needs, including fitness.
Rock: Great! Where is it?
Erin: Sir, the gym is just below the lobby. You can take the elevator or the stairs.
Rock: Do I have to pay extra?
Erin: No, sir. It's gratis. Just take your ... | Erin tells Rock there is a free fitness facility without trainers under the lobby and it is open 24/7. |
train_2864 | Sheffy: Have you gone to school today?
Aleks: I went to school today. Did you go to school?
Sheffy: I couldn't go to school today, I was sick.
Aleks: That's horrible. I'd be happy to give you the assignments from English class.
Sheffy: Thank you very much, that's kind of you.
Aleks: Don't mention it.
Sheffy: When you m... | Sheffy couldn't go to school for the illness. Aleks'll give Sheffy the assignments from English classes. |
train_2865 | Leonora: Hello, I bought a China dress in your shop this morning.
Faunie: Yes?
Leonora: I bought one size up by mistake.
Faunie: Oh, did you?
Leonora: I wonder if you can change it to one size down.
Faunie: Yes, of course. Will you come with receipt?
Leonora: Then I'll come to your place later in the evening, and how l... | Leonora wants to change for a smaller dress. Faunie asks Leonora to bring the receipt. |
train_2866 | Laird: Congratulations. You certainly did quite well and I must say you deserve that grade.
Lorine: Well, I really studied hard for that exam I've been preparing for it for more than a month. Now, I can relax for a while. | Laird congratulates Lorine on the good grades. |
train_2867 | Mary: Is your mother feeling any better these days?
Sisile: Much better. She should be back home in a few days.
Mary: That sounds like the operation was successful?
Sisile: Yeah, and the doctors say she will recover soon.
Mary: That's wonderful. When will you be back on your job?
Sisile: I think I need at least one mor... | Sisile needs at least one more week to care for Sisile's mother after the operation. Mary suggests Sisile hire someone and the colleagues in the office can help with work. |
train_2868 | Janenna: You look exhausted this morning, Steve.
Steve: I am pretty tired. I stayed up nearly all night getting ready for a midterm exam this morning.
Janenna: Have you gotten the results of the test yet?
Steve: Yes, and unfortunately, my grade could have been much better. | Steve tells Janenna he stayed up for the exam. |
train_2869 | King: Hello, King here.
Mara White: Hello. This is Mara White here.
King: Oh, hello, Mara.
Mara White: I'm afraid I can't go to work today, Mr. King.
King: Oh, what's the problem?
Mara White: I've got a terrible headache.
King: Yes, you sound ill on the phone.
Mara White: Yes, I'm afraid I have to stay in bed today. Ma... | Mara calls King to ask for a sick leave today, and King approves. |
train_2870 | Jane: Hi, Bill, you look happy.
Bill: Yes, I've just seen a very funny film on TV.
Jane: What was it about?
Bill: It was about a careless man who got into trouble wherever he went. He couldn't do anything right.
Jane: So you like it?
Bill: Yes, I do. It made me laugh a lot.
Jane: But I'd rather see something not only i... | Bill saw a funny movie. Jane thinks it's not instructive, but Bill thinks people need relaxation. |
train_2871 | Forrester: Why on earth are you so late? I've been waiting for more than half an hour!
Anya: Why? Because I was almost killed. Some awful driver hit the back wheel of my bicycle and sent me onto the pavement.
Forrester: Oh, my God! Are you hurt?
Anya: No, fortunately I'm fine.
Forrester: Thank goodness for that! | Anya suffered a car accident but isn't hurt. |
train_2872 | Donovan: Mary Lou Westin. It's been a hundred years! I haven't seen you since we were in high school.
Mary Lou Westin: Randy? Randy Betford? Oh, my goodness, you look exactly the same! Even your hair is the same... curls everywhere!
Donovan: Well, you look... a lot different... But I mean that in a good way.
Mary Lou W... | Randy runs into Mary, who Randy hasn't seen since high school. Now Mary is a lawyer and works for an environmental law firm which is exciting. Randy is an insurance salesman, and he wants to change careers. Finally Randy invites Mary to have seafood. |
train_2873 | Mathew: Did you see my book? It's not on the shelf, nor on my desk.
Yetty: Why don't you look under your chair? That's where I saw it a little while ago. Maybe it just fell when you went to the kitchen. | Yetty tells Mathew the book may under the chair. |
train_2874 | Anitra: how can I help you?
Ferdy: I'd like to buy some perfurm for my girlfriend.
Anitra: do you know what kind of scent she usually wears?
Ferdy: she usually doesn't wear anything but a few drops of Chanel No. 5. But I'd like to buy her a new Fragrance.
Anitra: ok, here are some of our most popular perfumes.
Fer... | Ferdy wants to buy a perfume for his girlfriend. Anitra recommends Clinique, and Ferdy likes the smell and buys a bottle. Anitra also recommends Ferdy some cosmetics, but Ferdy only buys foundation and loose powder. |
train_2875 | Allie: I am so busy today.
Ninnette: Can I help you?
Allie: I'm not sure. Perhaps you could do the shopping.
Ninnette: I'll be glad to help.
Allie: Or maybe make the beds.
Ninnette: All you have to do is ask for help.
Allie: Thanks. That's terrific!
Ninnette: I'm ready and willing to help. | Allie is busy. Ninnette help do shopping and make the beds. |
train_2876 | Roanna: Hi Bob, how's business?
Bob: Just okay.
Roanna: Okay, enough small talk. Let's get down to business.
Bob: Good idea.
Roanna: Since we're good friends, you don't have to pay me.
Bob: No, I can't accept it. Business is business. | Roanna gets down to business with Bob. |
train_2877 | Tye: Hello Mr.Johnson, you wanted to talk to me?
Mr.Johnson: Uh, yeah, come on in! I'm glad you were able to make it in such a short time. I was worried I wouldn't get a chance to talk with you before the weekend.
Tye: Luckily, I checked my email and got your message before leaving campus for the evening. I thought it ... | Tye got Johnson's email and feels nervous to talk to him. Johnson tells Mr.Johnson Mr.Johnson won the National Youth Fund for further studies. |
train_2878 | Corinna: Would you like to go to the zoo?
Olia: Yes, of course. I like to give all the animals names like birth, the giraffe. But I wish the animals didn't have to be in the zoo. I think it is good when zoos save animals and help make their populations grow.
Corinna: Yeah, they can do some good things definitely. Uh, w... | Olia likes going to the zoo and tells Corinna Olia's favorite animal is rabbits. Besides, Olia likes the coolest animal, the monkey. |
train_2879 | Andrzej: Excuse me, we're doing a survey on the free time habits of British people. Can I ask you a few questions?
British: Sure.
Andrzej: Thanks. Right, first question. How often do you go to a bar or a pub?
British: Oh, not very often. I don't drink, but I sometimes go with friends.
Andrzej: Ok, do you do any sport?
... | Andrzej asks British some questions on British people's free time habits. British tells Andrzej British doesn't go to the bar often; goes swimming 3 times a week; hardly go to the theater and travels in holidays. |
train_2880 | Tandi: Thank goodness, it wasn't as hard as I thought.
Annie: Well, it was completely within my expectation.
Tandi: But don't you think the answers weren't clear for the last few multiple choice questions? I just guessed.
Annie: I totally agree. The teacher set a few obstacles for us on purpose. Otherwise, everyone wou... | The exam is within the expectation of Tandi and Annie, but there're some obstacles. They think writing is tough and should practice more. |
train_2881 | Idaline: Hi, my name is Tom.
Melinda: Tom, the new sales representative? Nice to meet you! I'm Melinda.
Idaline: Nice to meet you too.Melinda.
Melinda: Now let me show you around. This is our reception area, and our conference room is right over there. Over here is the sales department.
Idaline: Really? This is a nice ... | Tom is a new sales representative and Melinda shows Tom around the office. Tom wants to know more details about jobs. |
train_2882 | John Sandals: I have a reservation. My name is John Sandals.
Minda: May I see your ID, please, Mr. Sandals?
John Sandals: Certainly. Here it is.
Minda: Thank you. Do you have a credit card, Mr. Sandals?
John Sandals: Yes, I do. Do you accept American Express?
Minda: Sorry, sir, just VISA or MasterCard.
John Sandals: Ok... | John Sandals has a reservation and checks in room 507 with his VISA card. |
train_2883 | Benny: I want to open a saving account, sir. What ' s the proper procedure?
Oliy: First, you fill out the application form and then we'll issue you a passbook.
Benny: Is there any minimum for the first deposit?
Oliy: No, Even a dollar is all right. Here ' s your passbook, sir ; just sign your name on it.
Benny: What is... | Benny wants to open a saving account and a checking account. Oliy answers Benny's questions about opening accounts. |
train_2884 | Jack Ross: Hello, Mr. Hammer. Jack Ross here. I'm calling to confirm our appointment on Monday at ten o'clock in your office.
Mr. Hammer: Yes. Everything's all set.
Jack Ross: I'd like to bring Mr. Huang and Ms. Sun with me.
Mr. Hammer: We're supposed to be meeting alone.
Jack Ross: I know, but I think they may add som... | Jack Ross calls Mr. Hammer to confirm their appointment and asks for his permission to bring Mr. Huang and Ms. Sun. |
train_2885 | Jermaine: They got a divorce at last.
Ailey: It's inevitable. Their love was built on the sand, and this is why their marriage has landed on the rocks.
Jermaine: You said it. Love builds on the sand will soon be on the rocks.
Ailey: That give us a good lesson. | Jermaine and Ailey discuss a broken marriage. |
train_2886 | Mam: OK. Come back into the classroom, class.
Geoffrey: Does the class start again, Mam?
Mam: Yes, but to the heath, this break has long enough.
Geoffrey: Oh, breaktime flies.
Mam: Come on, baby. It ' s time now.
Geoffrey: Mam, another minute, could I?
Mam: Hurry up, little boy. | Geoffrey begs Geoffrey for another minute of a class break. |
train_2887 | Patrice: Earning extra income on the Internet is easier than you might think. After I started selling traditional craft items on the Internet last year, I have really been able to make bank doing something I love.
Shawna: Is that right? I hear all these horror stories of internet business crashing because there is not ... | Patrice has started selling traditional craft items on the Internet since last year and makes revenue. Patrice teaches Shawna how to run a successful internet business from marketing research to building a website. |
train_2888 | Orazio: I feel like I'm craving a salad.
Sashenka: What kind do you want?
Orazio: I have no idea.
Sashenka: Caesar salads are good.
Orazio: I like those too.
Sashenka: What kind do you plan on making?
Orazio: I'd really like a salad with chicken.
Sashenka: Chicken salads are really good.
Orazio: I always make my salads... | Orazio and Sashenka are going to make a chicken salad with shredded cheese, croutons, and almonds. |
train_2889 | Nadiya: Do you have any other questions?
Aubrie: Yes, may I ask something about the salary and benefits in your company?
Nadiya: According to our regulations, you will be on probation for the first three months.
Aubrie: What is the salary while on probation?
Nadiya: In this period, you can only get the basic salary, 2,... | Nadiya tells Aubrie about the salary and benefits of the company. The salary on probation is 2, 500 yuan per month. |
train_2890 | Emmy: Excuse me. Can you tell me where the Wal-Mart supermarket is?
Josefa: Turn right at the second crossing and then go straight for two blocks.
Emmy: Is it far from here?
Josefa: No, it's only ten-minute's walk.
Emmy: Thanks a lot.
Josefa: You're welcome. | Josefa tells Emmy how to get to the Wal-Mart supermarket. |
train_2891 | Rudy Randolph: My wife is sick, so I have to cancel a reservation I made.
Donelle: If you'll just give me your name, phone, and date of visit, I can cancel your reservation.
Rudy Randolph: I'm Rudy Randolph at 818-555-1234, April ninth to the fifteenth.
Donelle: Mr. Randolph. Okay, one second, sir, and there you go. Yo... | Rudy Randolph gives Donelle his personal information to cancel a reservation because his wife is sick. |
train_2892 | John: So it looks like we start selling in the U. S. next year.
Gianna: Did Mr. Lin put you in charge of marketing?
John: He's still not sure whether he wants to put me in charge, or whether he wants to hire an American. But even if he hires an American, I'll probably be transferred to our American office.
Gianna: Wher... | John will probably be transferred to the American office to start selling there because the recent agreements between governments enable them to sell at a much lower tariff. John thinks they can compete and break into the market if they develop a good advertising campaign. John invites Gianna to join their office in th... |
train_2893 | Joye: The show will be starting in a few minutes. We'd better go in and find our seats.
Annaliese: Number 7 and 9 of the Row 11 in the stalls, aren't they?
Joye: That's right. This entrance is for even numbers. That entrance over there is for odd numbers. Let's go over there.
Annaliese: What a nice theatre! I guess it ... | Joye and Annaliese find their seats in a theatre and enjoy an interesting show. |
train_2894 | Jim: Jim is a genius. He gets along well with everybody and he can always get the work done.
Lenna: A boss likes him a lot. He says Jim is a good team player.
Jim: Everybody would like to have Jim on their team. Because he is funny and helpful and he can contribute a lot to the team he belongs to.
Lenna: Maybe we all s... | Jim and Lenna talk about Jim who is funny, helpful and contributes to the team. |
train_2895 | Tom: Have any plans for the weekend, Tom?
Issy: Yes. I am going for a hike around the Qinghai Lake.
Tom: Oh, do you go hiking often?
Issy: I go as much as I can. I love hiking, because you can really get in touch with nature.
Tom: It would be nice to get out of the city. Do you want some company?
Issy: Sure. But it wil... | Tom will go hiking for the weekend around Qinghai Lake. Tom talks about hiking in the national forest with a friend. Tom will join Tom with Tom's friend. |
train_2896 | Andonis: Have you ever been to Britain?
Eric: Oh yes, I'Ve been to Britain many times. I go there on business.
Andonis: Really? How often do you go there?
Eric: Usually, I go to London twice a year but sometimes I go three or four times a year.
Andonis: Do you always go on business or do you sometimes go for a holiday?... | Eric tells Andonis that Eric has been to Britain on business many times. |
train_2897 | Randi: What's your favourite steps?
Victoria: It's hard to say. But I do love waltz very much.
Randi: How about rumba?
Victoria: To tell the truth, I don't like it.
Randi: Really? You must like tango, right?
Victoria: Oh, it's really beautiful, but I just can't dance it well.
Randi: Don't be so modest. I'm sure you can... | Victoria loves waltz but doesn't like rumba. Randi thinks Victoria dances the tango very well, Victoria is modest. |
train_2898 | Sean: I see by your resume that you have just graduated from college. I assume you haven't had any working experience. Is that right?
Micah: That's right. I've only had some part-time jobs working in department stores.
Sean: Well, experience is not important in this job. We are looking for a man we can train to be a te... | Sean interviews Micah and looks for a man they can train to be a teller. Micah likes math, working with people, and Micah speaks English. But Micah has no working experience and knows nothing about savings and checking accounts |
train_2899 | Tom: Tom, we are in the restaurant now!
Waite: May I take your order?
Tom: I'd like to see the menu, please.
Waite: OK, here you are.
Tom: Thanks. I am starving. Tom, what are you getting?
Waite: I have no idea. First time here.
Tom: Let me see. . . What's this, shrimp rolls?
Waite: Oh, it's rice rolls with fried shrim... | Tom and Tom order two bowls of shrimp rolls. There are twenty rolls in a bowl and another bowl is free if there aren't enough rolls. |
train_2900 | Antonin: Wow! What a beautiful scenic spot. It's so open. And just breathe that fresh air, you can almost taste its freshness.
Guiling: You can have a bird view of Chilin City from the top of the mountain.
Antonin: Wonderful! I'll often come here for mountain climbing.
Guiling: You should. Many Guiliners, especially th... | Antonin and Guiling are in the mountain in Guilin. They speak highly of this scenic spot. Guiling asks Antonin for Antonin's binoculars to see an endangered bird. Guiling likes wildlife. |
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