Datasets:

dream

like 8

[ "M: Jane, do you have a pen pal?", "W: Yes, I do. Her name is Alice.", "M: Where is she?", "W: In England. But we don't often write to each other because neither of us has much time. We both have a lot of work to do.", "M: Do you know what your pen pal's hobbies are?", "W: Yes. She enjoys listening to music. Among school subjects, she likes math best.", "M: Are you going to write to her soon?", "W: I'm not sure. I'm pretty busy. But I'll write to her when I have time." ]

[ "In England.", "In the US.", "In Italy." ]

[ "M: Jane, do you have a pen pal?", "W: Yes, I do. Her name is Alice.", "M: Where is she?", "W: In England. But we don't often write to each other because neither of us has much time. We both have a lot of work to do.", "M: Do you know what your pen pal's hobbies are?", "W: Yes. She enjoys listening to music. Among school subjects, she likes math best.", "M: Are you going to write to her soon?", "W: I'm not sure. I'm pretty busy. But I'll write to her when I have time." ]

[ "Math.", "Music.", "P.E." ]

[ "M: Jane, do you have a pen pal?", "W: Yes, I do. Her name is Alice.", "M: Where is she?", "W: In England. But we don't often write to each other because neither of us has much time. We both have a lot of work to do.", "M: Do you know what your pen pal's hobbies are?", "W: Yes. She enjoys listening to music. Among school subjects, she likes math best.", "M: Are you going to write to her soon?", "W: I'm not sure. I'm pretty busy. But I'll write to her when I have time." ]

[ "Alice's computer isn't working.", "She cannot spare the time.", "She doesn't want to disturb Alice's study." ]

[ "W: Excuse me. Can I help you?", "M: Er... Could I have some writing paper and envelopes?", "W: Do you mean paper for writing letters?", "M: Yes.", "W: They are here in the showcase. Which one would you like?", "M: I want this kind of paper and that kind of envelope.", "W: All right, sir. Anything else?", "M: Yes, five fifty-- cent stamps.", "W: Er... There will be four dollars and sixty cents altogether.", "M: Here is five dollars.", "W: Thank you. Here is the change.", "M: Thanks." ]

[ "Something for his study.", "Something for his letters.", "Something for his showcase." ]

[ "W: Excuse me. Can I help you?", "M: Er... Could I have some writing paper and envelopes?", "W: Do you mean paper for writing letters?", "M: Yes.", "W: They are here in the showcase. Which one would you like?", "M: I want this kind of paper and that kind of envelope.", "W: All right, sir. Anything else?", "M: Yes, five fifty-- cent stamps.", "W: Er... There will be four dollars and sixty cents altogether.", "M: Here is five dollars.", "W: Thank you. Here is the change.", "M: Thanks." ]

[ "Fifty.", "Five.", "Fifteen." ]

[ "W: Excuse me. Can I help you?", "M: Er... Could I have some writing paper and envelopes?", "W: Do you mean paper for writing letters?", "M: Yes.", "W: They are here in the showcase. Which one would you like?", "M: I want this kind of paper and that kind of envelope.", "W: All right, sir. Anything else?", "M: Yes, five fifty-- cent stamps.", "W: Er... There will be four dollars and sixty cents altogether.", "M: Here is five dollars.", "W: Thank you. Here is the change.", "M: Thanks." ]

[ "Forty cents.", "Sixty cents.", "One dollar." ]

[ "W: Where are you from?", "M: Australia, from Sydney. I was at university, you know, I just finished and, er...I thought I'd go off around the world for a bit.", "W: What a long way to come! You have a long holiday, I suppose.", "M: Well, I finished my studies, you know, and found a job in a shipping firm. But I have three months,holiday before I start work. So I thought I just take some time to go around the world. If I need money, I just work where I am, you know, mainly teach English to young children. I used to work in a school,and I like children. But at the moment, I'm just having a holiday, wonderful here. I first arrived in Europe a couple of weeks ago. I went to France and, er, I came around... er...through Britain and I went right across to Japan, and then Korea. Now, here I am, in China.", "W: Wonderful! You must tell us all about your travels, because we're all very interested. I'll be working in a foreign trading firm soon. That'll help me learn something about other countries.", "M: Well. There's not much to tell, really. But I can show you photos and postcards.", "W: But...um...listen. Maybe, if you'd like, you can come to my home and have supper with us and, er...", "M: Oh. That's would be lovely.", "W: Well, you can tell us all about your stories and we can make you a very nice meal. How about that?", "M: That would be wonderful. A wonderful Chinese meal! A real Chinese meal! How lovely that would be! Wonderful!", "W: Good!" ]

[ "Trying to find a job.", "Traveling round the world.", "Teaching English for money." ]

[ "W: Where are you from?", "M: Australia, from Sydney. I was at university, you know, I just finished and, er...I thought I'd go off around the world for a bit.", "W: What a long way to come! You have a long holiday, I suppose.", "M: Well, I finished my studies, you know, and found a job in a shipping firm. But I have three months,holiday before I start work. So I thought I just take some time to go around the world. If I need money, I just work where I am, you know, mainly teach English to young children. I used to work in a school,and I like children. But at the moment, I'm just having a holiday, wonderful here. I first arrived in Europe a couple of weeks ago. I went to France and, er, I came around... er...through Britain and I went right across to Japan, and then Korea. Now, here I am, in China.", "W: Wonderful! You must tell us all about your travels, because we're all very interested. I'll be working in a foreign trading firm soon. That'll help me learn something about other countries.", "M: Well. There's not much to tell, really. But I can show you photos and postcards.", "W: But...um...listen. Maybe, if you'd like, you can come to my home and have supper with us and, er...", "M: Oh. That's would be lovely.", "W: Well, you can tell us all about your stories and we can make you a very nice meal. How about that?", "M: That would be wonderful. A wonderful Chinese meal! A real Chinese meal! How lovely that would be! Wonderful!", "W: Good!" ]

[ "In an Australian school.", "In a shipping company.", "In a foreign trading firm." ]

[ "W: Where are you from?", "M: Australia, from Sydney. I was at university, you know, I just finished and, er...I thought I'd go off around the world for a bit.", "W: What a long way to come! You have a long holiday, I suppose.", "M: Well, I finished my studies, you know, and found a job in a shipping firm. But I have three months,holiday before I start work. So I thought I just take some time to go around the world. If I need money, I just work where I am, you know, mainly teach English to young children. I used to work in a school,and I like children. But at the moment, I'm just having a holiday, wonderful here. I first arrived in Europe a couple of weeks ago. I went to France and, er, I came around... er...through Britain and I went right across to Japan, and then Korea. Now, here I am, in China.", "W: Wonderful! You must tell us all about your travels, because we're all very interested. I'll be working in a foreign trading firm soon. That'll help me learn something about other countries.", "M: Well. There's not much to tell, really. But I can show you photos and postcards.", "W: But...um...listen. Maybe, if you'd like, you can come to my home and have supper with us and, er...", "M: Oh. That's would be lovely.", "W: Well, you can tell us all about your stories and we can make you a very nice meal. How about that?", "M: That would be wonderful. A wonderful Chinese meal! A real Chinese meal! How lovely that would be! Wonderful!", "W: Good!" ]

[ "Go sightseeing in the city.", "Eat in a Chinese restaurant.", "Have a home-made dinner." ]

[ "W: Hello. This is Violet from the Rainbow Hotel. Is Wallace at home?", "M: No. He's at the lab, but he will be back home at four o'clock." ]

[ "In the hotel.", "At home.", "At the lab." ]

[ "W: I want to find a part-time job during the summer vacation and earn some money. How about you?", "M: I'm going to take a few summer courses so that I can graduate early next year." ]

[ "Job hunting.", "Vacation plans.", "School courses." ]

[ "W: I expected you'd come to my birthday party yesterday.", "M: I'm terribly sorry. Susan. I had to see off a friend of mine at the airport last night." ]

[ "He went to visit a friend.", "He went to say goodbye to his friend at the airport.", "He went to another city with his friend." ]

[ "M: Do you think we should urge Bob to study English?", "W: We'll have to leave that decision up to him." ]

[ "They should go up to Bob's study.", "Bob should decide about English for himeself.", "Bob is leaving for England." ]

[ "M: Your sister Jane didn't recognize me at first.", "W: I'm not surprised. Why on earth don't you lose some weight?" ]

[ "Go on a diet.", "Talk to her sister.", "Introduce himself first." ]

[ "M: 7286712", "W: Hello, Susan's speaking, may I speak to Judy please?", "M: I'm afraid she is not here at the moment. I am her brother, shall I take a massage?", "W: Yes, you see, Judy and I plan to play table tennis tomorrow, but my cosine has broken my bat, I think Judy has an extra one, so please ask her to bring it for me.", "M: So, Susan called, her table tennis bat broke, hope Judy bring an extra one.", "W: Yes, thank you, er.... One more thing, I lent her a book a couple of weeks ago, I think she has probably forgotten it all together, could you possibly ask her to bring along that book as well.", "M: Ok, bring along Susan's book.", "W: Thank you very much!", "M: Bye!" ]

[ "Judy's brother.", "Susan's cousin.", "Judy's cousin." ]

[ "M: 7286712", "W: Hello, Susan's speaking, may I speak to Judy please?", "M: I'm afraid she is not here at the moment. I am her brother, shall I take a massage?", "W: Yes, you see, Judy and I plan to play table tennis tomorrow, but my cosine has broken my bat, I think Judy has an extra one, so please ask her to bring it for me.", "M: So, Susan called, her table tennis bat broke, hope Judy bring an extra one.", "W: Yes, thank you, er.... One more thing, I lent her a book a couple of weeks ago, I think she has probably forgotten it all together, could you possibly ask her to bring along that book as well.", "M: Ok, bring along Susan's book.", "W: Thank you very much!", "M: Bye!" ]

[ "It's stolen.", "It's lost.", "It's broken." ]

[ "M: 7286712", "W: Hello, Susan's speaking, may I speak to Judy please?", "M: I'm afraid she is not here at the moment. I am her brother, shall I take a massage?", "W: Yes, you see, Judy and I plan to play table tennis tomorrow, but my cosine has broken my bat, I think Judy has an extra one, so please ask her to bring it for me.", "M: So, Susan called, her table tennis bat broke, hope Judy bring an extra one.", "W: Yes, thank you, er.... One more thing, I lent her a book a couple of weeks ago, I think she has probably forgotten it all together, could you possibly ask her to bring along that book as well.", "M: Ok, bring along Susan's book.", "W: Thank you very much!", "M: Bye!" ]

[ "Bring the book and the extra bat.", "Call Susan and her cousin back.", "Play table tennis with her brother." ]

[ "M: It's nice and quiet here, away from the dust and noise of city. And our apartments are new and well-furnished.", "W: It's a good place except it is a bit far from the place where we work. Anyway, I'll talk with my husband tonight and give you a call tomorrow." ]

[ "Looking for an apartment.", "Looking for a job.", "Taking a suburban excursion." ]

[ "W: I heard that you joined the football team in our school?", "M: Yes. But until now, there are only six members including me." ]

[ "Four.", "Five.", "Six." ]

[ "W: Will you go to America alone?", "M: My mother will go with me." ]

[ "The woman.", "The man.", "The man and his mother." ]

[ "F: Have you heard anything about Jim since his accident?", "M: Well, I met his sister yesterday, she told me that he was out of hospital." ]

[ "He is in hospital.", "He doesn't work in the hospital.", "He is OK." ]

[ "M: Have you taken Professor Yang's exam before? I'm kind of nervous.", "W: Yes. Just concentrate on the important ideas she's talked about in the class and ignore the details." ]

[ "Review the details of all her lessons.", "Focus on the main points of her lectures.", "Talk with her about his learning problems." ]

[ "W: We can start at 9:00 and arrive in Guangzhou around 12:00. Is it OK?", "M: Can we start early? My train will start at 12:05 a. m, and it will stop checking tickets at least 30 minutes ahead." ]

[ "12:05 p.m.", "12:45 p.m.", "11:35 a.m." ]

[ "W: I can come to see you again in half an hour. Is it all right?", "M: Good. That means you'll be here at ten forty." ]

[ "9:30.", "10:10.", "10:00." ]

[ "W: How was your vacation last month?", "M: It was nice but expensive. We thought the hotel would cost 15 dollars, but it was three times that much." ]

[ "5 dollars.", "15 dollars.", "45 dollars." ]

[ "W: I'm moving to a new place tomorrow. Could you possibly give me a hand?", "M: Sure. Why not ask around the department and see if some of the other students will be free, too?" ]

[ "Moving into a different office in the department.", "Joining the other students in the department.", "Finding more students to help with the move." ]

[ "M: The radio costs $40, but I only have $30.", "W: I have $16. Would you like to borrow it?" ]

[ "$46.", "$86.", "$56." ]

[ "W: What topic did you finally choose for the term paper for your World Economy class?", "M: After thinking about a few ideas, I finally settled on the difference between Japanese and American styles of management.", "W: Hmm. Why did you choose a topic like that?", "M: Well, I'm planning to study Business in graduate school next year. After that, I hope to start my own company.", "W: Isn't that a coincidence! I'm also doing a paper on how Japanese management styles are being adapted by American firms for my Comparative Cultures class.", "M: Why don't we sit down and share some of our sources after we've each been to the library?", "W: Great idea! Should we meet at the snack bar next Wednesday at this time?", "M: That's fine with me. See you then." ]

[ "Topics for their term paper.", "Different majors.", "Holiday plans." ]

[ "W: What topic did you finally choose for the term paper for your World Economy class?", "M: After thinking about a few ideas, I finally settled on the difference between Japanese and American styles of management.", "W: Hmm. Why did you choose a topic like that?", "M: Well, I'm planning to study Business in graduate school next year. After that, I hope to start my own company.", "W: Isn't that a coincidence! I'm also doing a paper on how Japanese management styles are being adapted by American firms for my Comparative Cultures class.", "M: Why don't we sit down and share some of our sources after we've each been to the library?", "W: Great idea! Should we meet at the snack bar next Wednesday at this time?", "M: That's fine with me. See you then." ]

[ "Law.", "Business.", "Literature." ]

[ "W: What topic did you finally choose for the term paper for your World Economy class?", "M: After thinking about a few ideas, I finally settled on the difference between Japanese and American styles of management.", "W: Hmm. Why did you choose a topic like that?", "M: Well, I'm planning to study Business in graduate school next year. After that, I hope to start my own company.", "W: Isn't that a coincidence! I'm also doing a paper on how Japanese management styles are being adapted by American firms for my Comparative Cultures class.", "M: Why don't we sit down and share some of our sources after we've each been to the library?", "W: Great idea! Should we meet at the snack bar next Wednesday at this time?", "M: That's fine with me. See you then." ]

[ "At the school gate.", "At a reading room.", "At a snack bar." ]

[ "M: Has George returned from Europe yet?", "W: Yes, but he had been only here for three days before his company sent him to Canada." ]

[ "Europe.", "Here.", "Canada." ]

[ "M: I'd like an Italian soup to start with and then some fried noodles.", "W: All right. Anything else?", "M: Yes, I'd like a cup of coffee afterwards. Make it hot, please.", "W: I've got it, sir." ]

[ "Soup, noodles and iced coffee.", "Sandwich, noodles and hot coffee.", "Soup, noodles and hot coffee." ]

[ "M: Christmas is around the corner. And I'm looking for a gift for my girlfriend. Any suggestions?", "W: Well you have to tell me something about your girlfriend first. Also, what's your budget?" ]

[ "Plan his budget carefully.", "Give her more information.", "Ask someone else for advice." ]

[ "W: George. Where were you yesterday evening? I expected to see you at the concert.", "M: Oh, I waited for you at the corner of your street. Then I looked for you at your flat, but the housekeeper said you were out." ]

[ "They were both busy doing their own work.", "They waited for each other at different places.", "They went to the street corner at different times." ]

[ "W: It's always been hard to get this car into first gear. And now the clutch seems to be slipping.", "M: If you leave the car with me, I will fix it for you this afternoon." ]

[ "A car dealer.", "A mechanic.", "A driving examiner." ]

[ "M: I'd like to have a talk with your director sometime this week. Could you arrange it for me?", "W: He's rather busy these days. But I'll see what I can do." ]

[ "To put him through to the director.", "To have a talk with the director abouthis work.", "To arrange an appointment for him withthe director." ]

[ "M: Hello, this is doctor Marita from the emergency department. I have a 70-year-old patient with a fractured ankle.", "W: OK, send him toward 3." ]

[ "The admission of a patient.", "Diagnosis of an illness.", "The old man's serious condition." ]

[ "W: We do need another bookshelf in this room. But the problem is the space forit.", "M: How about moving the old dining table to the kitchen?" ]

[ "Find a larger room.", "Sell the old table.", "Rearrange some furniture." ]

[ "W: You had a job interview yesterday, didn't you? How did it go?", "M: Not too bad, I guess. There were about 20 candidates competing for the sales manager's job. And finally it was down to three of us, but the other two seemed better qualified." ]

[ "He is confident he will get the job.", "His chance of getting the job is slim.", "It isn't easy to find a qualified sales manager." ]

[ "M: Would you like to try the banana pie? It's incredible.", "W: Well, to tell the truth I don't car emuch dessert." ]

[ "It doesn't appeal to her.", "It's incredibly delicious.", "She has already tasted it." ]

[ "M: Good morning. May I help you?", "W: I'd like to exchange some money first.", "M: Anything else?", "W: Then open a saving account." ]

[ "In a post office.", "In a hotel.", "In a bank." ]

[ "W: Please have a seat, Mr. Saunders. I received your job resume last week, and it was very impressed.", "M: Thank you!", "W: We are a small financial company trading mostly stocks and bonds may I ask why you are so interested in working for us?", "M: Your company has an impressive reputation and I've always wanted to work for a smaller company.", "W: That's good to hear. Would you mind telling me a little bit about your present job?", "M: I'm currently working in a large international company in charge of a team of 8 brokers. We buy and sell stocks for major clients worldwide.", "W: Why do you think you are the right candidate for this position?", "M: As a head broker, I have a lot of experiences in the stock market, I deal with the clients on the daily bases, and I enjoy working with people.", "W: Well, you might just be the person we've been looking for. Do you have any questions?", "M: Aha, if I were hired, how many accounts would I be handling?", "W: you will be working with two other head brokers, in another words, you will be handling about a third of our clients.", "M: And who would I report to?", "W: Directly to me.", "M: I see. What kind of benefits package do you offer?", "W: Two weeks of paid vacation in your first year employment, you are also been entitled to medical and dental insurance, but this is something you should discuss with our Personnel Department. Do you have any other questions?", "M: No not at the moment.", "W: Well, I have to discuss you application with my colleagues and we'll get back to you early next week.", "M: OK, thanks, it's been nice meeting you!", "W: Nice meeting you too! And thanks for coming in today." ]

[ "To make a business report to the woman.", "To be interviewed for a job in the woman's company.", "To resign from his position in the woman's company." ]

[ "W: Please have a seat, Mr. Saunders. I received your job resume last week, and it was very impressed.", "M: Thank you!", "W: We are a small financial company trading mostly stocks and bonds may I ask why you are so interested in working for us?", "M: Your company has an impressive reputation and I've always wanted to work for a smaller company.", "W: That's good to hear. Would you mind telling me a little bit about your present job?", "M: I'm currently working in a large international company in charge of a team of 8 brokers. We buy and sell stocks for major clients worldwide.", "W: Why do you think you are the right candidate for this position?", "M: As a head broker, I have a lot of experiences in the stock market, I deal with the clients on the daily bases, and I enjoy working with people.", "W: Well, you might just be the person we've been looking for. Do you have any questions?", "M: Aha, if I were hired, how many accounts would I be handling?", "W: you will be working with two other head brokers, in another words, you will be handling about a third of our clients.", "M: And who would I report to?", "W: Directly to me.", "M: I see. What kind of benefits package do you offer?", "W: Two weeks of paid vacation in your first year employment, you are also been entitled to medical and dental insurance, but this is something you should discuss with our Personnel Department. Do you have any other questions?", "M: No not at the moment.", "W: Well, I have to discuss you application with my colleagues and we'll get back to you early next week.", "M: OK, thanks, it's been nice meeting you!", "W: Nice meeting you too! And thanks for coming in today." ]

[ "He is head of a small trading company.", "He works in an international insurance company.", "He leads a team of brokers in a big company." ]

[ "W: Please have a seat, Mr. Saunders. I received your job resume last week, and it was very impressed.", "M: Thank you!", "W: We are a small financial company trading mostly stocks and bonds may I ask why you are so interested in working for us?", "M: Your company has an impressive reputation and I've always wanted to work for a smaller company.", "W: That's good to hear. Would you mind telling me a little bit about your present job?", "M: I'm currently working in a large international company in charge of a team of 8 brokers. We buy and sell stocks for major clients worldwide.", "W: Why do you think you are the right candidate for this position?", "M: As a head broker, I have a lot of experiences in the stock market, I deal with the clients on the daily bases, and I enjoy working with people.", "W: Well, you might just be the person we've been looking for. Do you have any questions?", "M: Aha, if I were hired, how many accounts would I be handling?", "W: you will be working with two other head brokers, in another words, you will be handling about a third of our clients.", "M: And who would I report to?", "W: Directly to me.", "M: I see. What kind of benefits package do you offer?", "W: Two weeks of paid vacation in your first year employment, you are also been entitled to medical and dental insurance, but this is something you should discuss with our Personnel Department. Do you have any other questions?", "M: No not at the moment.", "W: Well, I have to discuss you application with my colleagues and we'll get back to you early next week.", "M: OK, thanks, it's been nice meeting you!", "W: Nice meeting you too! And thanks for coming in today." ]

[ "The woman thinks Mr. Saunders is asking for more than they can offer.", "The woman seems to be satisfied with Mr. Saunders' past experience.", "Mr. Saunders believes that he deserves more paid vacations." ]

[ "F: What would you like to order, Sir?", "M: Yes, please. I'll like a glass of beer." ]

[ "In a market", "In a post office", "In a restaurant" ]

[ "W: Dr. Block, I need to take a few days off because my father is coming over to visit. And I need to show him around the city.", "M: Ok, Jane. But be sure tocome back to work next week." ]

[ "Planning a tour.", "Calling her father.", "Asking for leave." ]

[ "W: My husband often repairs watches for people.", "M: Really? I have a broken one." ]

[ "He wants to get rid of his broken watch.", "He wants the woman to repair his watch.", "He wants the woman's husband to repair his watch." ]

[ "M: Today on mind matters, I'm talking to Dr Ann Winters, an expert on human memory.. Ann, welcome to the program. Now, I suppose the first question everyone would ask is: what exactly is human memory?", "W: Well, like so many easy questions, the answer isn't very simple. Basically, human memory is a compartment in people's brains where they store images rather like the hard disc drive in a computer. And like a hard disc drive, our memories can become infected or even wiped out by accidents. But the comparison breaks down when we consider that we can train our memories to expand and work better which computers can't manage yet.", "M: When you talk about memory being infected, do you mean by a disease?", "W: Yes. For instance, people suffering from a physiological disease like Alzheimer: forget things that happened in the past. And they also forget how to perform simple tasks like tying their shoelaces. The good news is that brain exercises can help keep the brain young. Research has shown that people who have better educations and more mentally active jobs have a lower risk of developing the disease.", "M: And how can someone exercise his brain? By thinking a lot?", "W: In a way, yes. But you can also practice using your memory which not only exercises your brain but also improves you ability to remember things. Unfortunately, a lot of devices in modern life are designed to make sure we don't forget things which can make our brains more idle and weaken our memories.", "M: Can you give us some examples of how to exercise our memories?", "W: Sure, there is a very simple technique, although it works better for some people than for others. When you want to remember something, think of a physical thing it reminds you of. If I want to remember a date from history, let's say, 1066, the date of the Battle of Hastings. I might think that battle reminds me of bottle, so I think of a bottle with the number 1066 written on the label. And I just picture that bottle to myself." ]

[ "Because both can be wiped out by accidents.", "Because both can be trained to work better.", "Because both can be expanded." ]

[ "M: Today on mind matters, I'm talking to Dr Ann Winters, an expert on human memory.. Ann, welcome to the program. Now, I suppose the first question everyone would ask is: what exactly is human memory?", "W: Well, like so many easy questions, the answer isn't very simple. Basically, human memory is a compartment in people's brains where they store images rather like the hard disc drive in a computer. And like a hard disc drive, our memories can become infected or even wiped out by accidents. But the comparison breaks down when we consider that we can train our memories to expand and work better which computers can't manage yet.", "M: When you talk about memory being infected, do you mean by a disease?", "W: Yes. For instance, people suffering from a physiological disease like Alzheimer: forget things that happened in the past. And they also forget how to perform simple tasks like tying their shoelaces. The good news is that brain exercises can help keep the brain young. Research has shown that people who have better educations and more mentally active jobs have a lower risk of developing the disease.", "M: And how can someone exercise his brain? By thinking a lot?", "W: In a way, yes. But you can also practice using your memory which not only exercises your brain but also improves you ability to remember things. Unfortunately, a lot of devices in modern life are designed to make sure we don't forget things which can make our brains more idle and weaken our memories.", "M: Can you give us some examples of how to exercise our memories?", "W: Sure, there is a very simple technique, although it works better for some people than for others. When you want to remember something, think of a physical thing it reminds you of. If I want to remember a date from history, let's say, 1066, the date of the Battle of Hastings. I might think that battle reminds me of bottle, so I think of a bottle with the number 1066 written on the label. And I just picture that bottle to myself." ]

[ "They don't understand the mechanisms of memory.", "They can't remember who they are.", "They forget how to perform simple tasks." ]

[ "M: Today on mind matters, I'm talking to Dr Ann Winters, an expert on human memory.. Ann, welcome to the program. Now, I suppose the first question everyone would ask is: what exactly is human memory?", "W: Well, like so many easy questions, the answer isn't very simple. Basically, human memory is a compartment in people's brains where they store images rather like the hard disc drive in a computer. And like a hard disc drive, our memories can become infected or even wiped out by accidents. But the comparison breaks down when we consider that we can train our memories to expand and work better which computers can't manage yet.", "M: When you talk about memory being infected, do you mean by a disease?", "W: Yes. For instance, people suffering from a physiological disease like Alzheimer: forget things that happened in the past. And they also forget how to perform simple tasks like tying their shoelaces. The good news is that brain exercises can help keep the brain young. Research has shown that people who have better educations and more mentally active jobs have a lower risk of developing the disease.", "M: And how can someone exercise his brain? By thinking a lot?", "W: In a way, yes. But you can also practice using your memory which not only exercises your brain but also improves you ability to remember things. Unfortunately, a lot of devices in modern life are designed to make sure we don't forget things which can make our brains more idle and weaken our memories.", "M: Can you give us some examples of how to exercise our memories?", "W: Sure, there is a very simple technique, although it works better for some people than for others. When you want to remember something, think of a physical thing it reminds you of. If I want to remember a date from history, let's say, 1066, the date of the Battle of Hastings. I might think that battle reminds me of bottle, so I think of a bottle with the number 1066 written on the label. And I just picture that bottle to myself." ]

[ "People who have received little education.", "People who have mentally active jobs.", "People who first have good memories." ]

[ "M: Today on mind matters, I'm talking to Dr Ann Winters, an expert on human memory.. Ann, welcome to the program. Now, I suppose the first question everyone would ask is: what exactly is human memory?", "W: Well, like so many easy questions, the answer isn't very simple. Basically, human memory is a compartment in people's brains where they store images rather like the hard disc drive in a computer. And like a hard disc drive, our memories can become infected or even wiped out by accidents. But the comparison breaks down when we consider that we can train our memories to expand and work better which computers can't manage yet.", "M: When you talk about memory being infected, do you mean by a disease?", "W: Yes. For instance, people suffering from a physiological disease like Alzheimer: forget things that happened in the past. And they also forget how to perform simple tasks like tying their shoelaces. The good news is that brain exercises can help keep the brain young. Research has shown that people who have better educations and more mentally active jobs have a lower risk of developing the disease.", "M: And how can someone exercise his brain? By thinking a lot?", "W: In a way, yes. But you can also practice using your memory which not only exercises your brain but also improves you ability to remember things. Unfortunately, a lot of devices in modern life are designed to make sure we don't forget things which can make our brains more idle and weaken our memories.", "M: Can you give us some examples of how to exercise our memories?", "W: Sure, there is a very simple technique, although it works better for some people than for others. When you want to remember something, think of a physical thing it reminds you of. If I want to remember a date from history, let's say, 1066, the date of the Battle of Hastings. I might think that battle reminds me of bottle, so I think of a bottle with the number 1066 written on the label. And I just picture that bottle to myself." ]

[ "Doing too much physical exercise.", "The number of devices in modern life.", "Devices designed to help us remember things." ]

[ "M: Today on mind matters, I'm talking to Dr Ann Winters, an expert on human memory.. Ann, welcome to the program. Now, I suppose the first question everyone would ask is: what exactly is human memory?", "W: Well, like so many easy questions, the answer isn't very simple. Basically, human memory is a compartment in people's brains where they store images rather like the hard disc drive in a computer. And like a hard disc drive, our memories can become infected or even wiped out by accidents. But the comparison breaks down when we consider that we can train our memories to expand and work better which computers can't manage yet.", "M: When you talk about memory being infected, do you mean by a disease?", "W: Yes. For instance, people suffering from a physiological disease like Alzheimer: forget things that happened in the past. And they also forget how to perform simple tasks like tying their shoelaces. The good news is that brain exercises can help keep the brain young. Research has shown that people who have better educations and more mentally active jobs have a lower risk of developing the disease.", "M: And how can someone exercise his brain? By thinking a lot?", "W: In a way, yes. But you can also practice using your memory which not only exercises your brain but also improves you ability to remember things. Unfortunately, a lot of devices in modern life are designed to make sure we don't forget things which can make our brains more idle and weaken our memories.", "M: Can you give us some examples of how to exercise our memories?", "W: Sure, there is a very simple technique, although it works better for some people than for others. When you want to remember something, think of a physical thing it reminds you of. If I want to remember a date from history, let's say, 1066, the date of the Battle of Hastings. I might think that battle reminds me of bottle, so I think of a bottle with the number 1066 written on the label. And I just picture that bottle to myself." ]

[ "By connecting them with a physical object.", "By looking at them very carefully first.", "By having people remind us of them." ]

[ "M: It's almost 2 in the morning. The man in next is still making such noise.", "F: Annoying! Shall we call the Police?" ]

[ "12 at the noon", "2 in the afternoon", "2 in the morning" ]

[ "W: Harry, the Christmas is coming soon. Let's go shopping for some presents.", "M: Oh, God. Leave me alone." ]

[ "Christmas is coming soon.", "Harry is not going to do Christmas shopping", "The two speakers are doing Christmas shopping." ]

[ "W: Good afternoon, here is the dress you want to be made.", "M: But I don't think it's what I asked for.", "W: What's wrong with it, the color, the style or the size?", "M: No, it's not the fight material. I can't possibly accept it.", "W: That is a pity." ]

[ "It's not the right material", "It's not the right style", "It's not the right color" ]

[ "M: It is nearly seven o'clock. Let's go.", "F: No hurry. The party starts at seven thirty." ]

[ "Seven o'clock.", "Seven thirty.", "Seven thirteen." ]

[ "M: It's seven o'clock already. Mary should be home by now.", "W: Oh. I forgot to tell you that she called this afternoon and told me that she was going to a party at her classmate's house and wouldn't be home until 10." ]

[ "To attend a party at a classmate's home.", "To do homework with her classmate.", "To attend an evening class." ]

[ "W: How did you do on the math exam, John?", "M: I barely made it. It was just a passing score but better than I had expected." ]

[ "John didn't pass, although he had tried his best.", "John did better than he thought he was able to.", "John got an excellent score, which was unexpected." ]

[ "W: I'd like to buy a copy of Professor Frankling's book on sea shells.", "M: I'm sorry. Ms. That book has been out of print for some time now." ]

[ "It is no longer available.", "It has been reprinted four times.", "The store doesn't have it now, but will have it soon." ]

[ "M: Mrs. Jones, you look very beautiful in the blue skirt, why not make one?", "W: Urn... just take a measure for me." ]

[ "She is going to make a blue skirt.", "She is not going to make a blue skirt.", "She is not going to do anything." ]

[ "W: Jack,I can't find Volumn Ten. Could you check for me who borrowed it?", "M: Here it is, on the upper shelf, next to Volumn Two." ]

[ "It is difficult to identify.", "It has been misplaced.", "It is missing." ]

[ "M: How often do you come back home?", "F: Um... usually... twice a year." ]

[ "How often the woman come back home.", "How soon the woman come back home.", "Whether the woman come back home." ]

[ "M: Hurry up. It is time for TV.", "W: What are we going to watch?", "M: A football match between Germany and Italy. It will be exciting.", "W: But I am not interested in, football. I like to see a TV film.", "M: Oh. no. You can see a TV film any other day.", "W: There will he oilier football games any other day.", "M: But this game is the most important of the season.", "W: If you insist on watching the game, I will go.", "M: Where are you going? Are you annoyed with me?", "W: No. I am going to the cinema." ]

[ "They can't get agreed on what they are going to do.", "They can't get agreed on what program they are going to watch on TV.", "They can't get agreed on when to watch TV." ]

[ "M: Hurry up. It is time for TV.", "W: What are we going to watch?", "M: A football match between Germany and Italy. It will be exciting.", "W: But I am not interested in, football. I like to see a TV film.", "M: Oh. no. You can see a TV film any other day.", "W: There will he oilier football games any other day.", "M: But this game is the most important of the season.", "W: If you insist on watching the game, I will go.", "M: Where are you going? Are you annoyed with me?", "W: No. I am going to the cinema." ]

[ "They decide to watch the game together.", "They decide to go to the cinema.", "They decide to do different things separately." ]

[ "M: Hello, my name is Carlson. I believe you have a room booked for me.", "W: Carlson? Oh, yes, Mr. Carlson. It's a single room with a bath, on the second floor. I hope it will suit you, sir." ]

[ "The man wants to reserve a room.", "The man reserved a room some time ago.", "The man has booked a room with nobath." ]

[ "M: Can I borrow your car for a few hours this afternoon, Sue?", "W: Sure, Bill. But I need it back by 5:00.", "M: I'll have it back by 4:30 with a full tank." ]

[ "By 4:30 p.m.", "At 5:00 p.m.", "By 5:30 p.m." ]

[ "M: Hi, Tracy. I went into the college today to find out about evening classes.", "W: I still remember the painting course had so many people in it that you couldn't really get any personal help.", "M: Yes, but they have decided to limit the number this year, so if you want to do it you have to book a place. Anyway I wonder whether I ought to do computing really.", "W: But would it be advanced enough for you?", "M: I think so. The woman who runs it is supposed to be very good. She's not just a programmer. She's a well-trained teacher as well.", "W: It's up to you of course. But at the end of a day's work, I just want something relaxing. And I'd have to pay for materials. I can't afford more than the minimum.", "M: Then why don't you try Spanish? And it'd be really useful on holiday.", "W: Don't the language courses last two terms?", "M: I don't think so." ]

[ "Sign up as soon as possible.", "Do a lot of preparations at first.", "Ask a teacher for personal help." ]

[ "M: Hi, Tracy. I went into the college today to find out about evening classes.", "W: I still remember the painting course had so many people in it that you couldn't really get any personal help.", "M: Yes, but they have decided to limit the number this year, so if you want to do it you have to book a place. Anyway I wonder whether I ought to do computing really.", "W: But would it be advanced enough for you?", "M: I think so. The woman who runs it is supposed to be very good. She's not just a programmer. She's a well-trained teacher as well.", "W: It's up to you of course. But at the end of a day's work, I just want something relaxing. And I'd have to pay for materials. I can't afford more than the minimum.", "M: Then why don't you try Spanish? And it'd be really useful on holiday.", "W: Don't the language courses last two terms?", "M: I don't think so." ]

[ "The advanced contents.", "The bright future.", "The good teacher." ]

[ "M: Hi, Tracy. I went into the college today to find out about evening classes.", "W: I still remember the painting course had so many people in it that you couldn't really get any personal help.", "M: Yes, but they have decided to limit the number this year, so if you want to do it you have to book a place. Anyway I wonder whether I ought to do computing really.", "W: But would it be advanced enough for you?", "M: I think so. The woman who runs it is supposed to be very good. She's not just a programmer. She's a well-trained teacher as well.", "W: It's up to you of course. But at the end of a day's work, I just want something relaxing. And I'd have to pay for materials. I can't afford more than the minimum.", "M: Then why don't you try Spanish? And it'd be really useful on holiday.", "W: Don't the language courses last two terms?", "M: I don't think so." ]

[ "The course doesn't last very long.", "It won't cost too much and it's useful.", "There will be a limit on the number of people next year." ]

[ "M: Excuse me, where do you live?", "W: I live at No. 145, Shanghai Road." ]

[ "No. 105, DongFang Road.'", "No. 45, Taibei Road.", "No. 145, Shanghai Road." ]

[ "M: Shall we see a film this evening?", "W: Oh, sorry. I'm afraid I can't. I'm seeing my Mum off at the airport at 7:30." ]

[ "Meet her Mum at the airport.", "Say good-bye to her Mum at the airport.", "Fly to another city together with her Mum." ]

[ "M: Can you believe I just had to pay 20 pounds for a hair cut in Steward?", "W: You should try the salon where I go. It's only 10. But it takes a while to get an appointment." ]

[ "She tells the man a cheaper but busier place to have his hair cut.", "She offers to cut the man's hair herself at the price of 10.", "She suggests the man to go to a farther place to trim his hair." ]

[ "M: What is Mr. Peterson going to do with his old house on London Road? Rent it or sell it?", "W: I heard he is thinking of turning it into a restaurant, which isn't a bad idea, because it's still a solid building." ]

[ "He may convert it and use it as a restaurant.", "He may pull it down and build a new restaurant.", "He may rent it out for use as a restaurant." ]

[ "M: So, Macy, how was your holiday?", "W: Oh, we loved it. Tom liked Germany best, but France was my favorite.", "M: So did Rachael finally go with you?", "W: No, she wasn't able to. She was called away for a business trip to China.", "M: That's a pity. So where exactly did you go and visit?", "W: Well, we traveled all over, Italy, Spain and Holland; we even bathed in a Swiss lake", "M: You did, really?" ]

[ "A Family holiday.", "A business trip.", "A travel plan." ]

[ "M: So, Macy, how was your holiday?", "W: Oh, we loved it. Tom liked Germany best, but France was my favorite.", "M: So did Rachael finally go with you?", "W: No, she wasn't able to. She was called away for a business trip to China.", "M: That's a pity. So where exactly did you go and visit?", "W: Well, we traveled all over, Italy, Spain and Holland; we even bathed in a Swiss lake", "M: You did, really?" ]

[ "Spain.", "Italy.", "China." ]

[ "M: Good morning, Madam. What can I do for you?", "W: Good morning. How much should I pay for these books to be sent to New York?" ]

[ "In New York.", "At a post office.", "In a bookstore." ]

[ "W: From here, the mountains look as if you could just reach out and touch them.", "M: That's why I chose this lodge. It has one of the best views in Switzerland." ]

[ "Its price.", "Its location.", "Its comfort." ]

[ "M: We could go to a ball game this evening or would you rather eat in a restaurant and then see a film?", "W: To tell you the truth, I can't really go anywhere this evening, because I'm expecting an important phone call." ]

[ "To wait for a call.", "To watch a ball game on TV.", "To have dinner with a friend." ]

[ "M: What's the trouble, Mary?", "W: Well, doctor. It's my eyes. I can't see clearly." ]

[ "In a shop.", "In a hospital.", "In a library." ]

[ "W: Tony's mother has invited me to dinner. Do you think I should tell her in advance that I'm a vegetarian?", "M: Of course. I think she'd appreciate it. Imaging how you both feel if she fixed the turkey dinner or something." ]

[ "Decline the invitation as early as possible.", "Ask Tony to convey thanks to his mother.", "Tell Tony's mother that she eats no meat." ]

[ "W: I've sent out the invitations for the dinner party.", "M: That's good. Now what should we do?", "W: We need to plan the menu.", "M: Oh, that's right. What do you have in mind?", "W: I think I'm going to make the chicken salad we had at our 39th wedding anniversary. Remember, I asked Thomson, the chef of the restaurant where we often go, for the recipe?", "M: Oh, yes. I remember. Time sure flies! Now we are celebrating our golden anniversary! And Thomson was very friendly. You know, chefs seldom tell people their recipes. They often keep them a secret.", "W: I understand that. So you see, I have promised I will also keep the recipe a secret.", "M: Well, Thomson will appreciate that. Oh, but did you forget that Linda doesn't eat chicken?", "W: Linda? Oh, my Gosh! I forgot to invite her! She'll be mad at me. It just slipped my mind. Thanks for reminding me! I think I'm getting old!", "M: Looks like you are!" ]

[ "Linda's husband.", "The man's cousin.", "A chef." ]

[ "W: I've sent out the invitations for the dinner party.", "M: That's good. Now what should we do?", "W: We need to plan the menu.", "M: Oh, that's right. What do you have in mind?", "W: I think I'm going to make the chicken salad we had at our 39th wedding anniversary. Remember, I asked Thomson, the chef of the restaurant where we often go, for the recipe?", "M: Oh, yes. I remember. Time sure flies! Now we are celebrating our golden anniversary! And Thomson was very friendly. You know, chefs seldom tell people their recipes. They often keep them a secret.", "W: I understand that. So you see, I have promised I will also keep the recipe a secret.", "M: Well, Thomson will appreciate that. Oh, but did you forget that Linda doesn't eat chicken?", "W: Linda? Oh, my Gosh! I forgot to invite her! She'll be mad at me. It just slipped my mind. Thanks for reminding me! I think I'm getting old!", "M: Looks like you are!" ]

[ "40.", "50.", "60." ]

[ "W: I've sent out the invitations for the dinner party.", "M: That's good. Now what should we do?", "W: We need to plan the menu.", "M: Oh, that's right. What do you have in mind?", "W: I think I'm going to make the chicken salad we had at our 39th wedding anniversary. Remember, I asked Thomson, the chef of the restaurant where we often go, for the recipe?", "M: Oh, yes. I remember. Time sure flies! Now we are celebrating our golden anniversary! And Thomson was very friendly. You know, chefs seldom tell people their recipes. They often keep them a secret.", "W: I understand that. So you see, I have promised I will also keep the recipe a secret.", "M: Well, Thomson will appreciate that. Oh, but did you forget that Linda doesn't eat chicken?", "W: Linda? Oh, my Gosh! I forgot to invite her! She'll be mad at me. It just slipped my mind. Thanks for reminding me! I think I'm getting old!", "M: Looks like you are!" ]

[ "She won't be invited to the party.", "She doesn't eat chicken.", "She is a good cook." ]

[ "W: Why are you visiting Hong Kong?", "M: I'm just on holiday." ]

[ "For holiday.", "For business.", "To visit her mother." ]

[ "W: I'm busy year after year,but I've done nothing.", "M: You've done a lot, my darling!" ]

[ "Strangers.", "Couple.", "Waiter and customer." ]

[ "W: I'm glad I don't have your job, working all night and sleeping in the daytime.", "M: Oh. I stooped that when I got my promotion. Now I'm on three days and off two days." ]

[ "He works three times as much as he did before.", "He has two free days for every three days he works.", "He works three nights every two weeks." ]

[ "M: I like light music. What about you, Tina?", "W: Pop music." ]

[ "Pop music", "Country music", "Light music" ]

[ "M: Good morning, Madam. What can I do for you?", "W: Good morning. How much should I pay for these books to be sent to New York?", "M: Hm, 20 dollars. Anything else?", "W: Yes, a two-dollar stamp, please.", "M: That will be 22 dollars all together.", "W: Here's 25.", "M: Thank you. And here's the change.", "W: Thank you.", "M: You're welcome." ]

[ "At the post office.", "At a bookstore.", "At the bank." ]

[ "M: Good morning, Madam. What can I do for you?", "W: Good morning. How much should I pay for these books to be sent to New York?", "M: Hm, 20 dollars. Anything else?", "W: Yes, a two-dollar stamp, please.", "M: That will be 22 dollars all together.", "W: Here's 25.", "M: Thank you. And here's the change.", "W: Thank you.", "M: You're welcome." ]

[ "One.", "Two.", "Four." ]

[ "M: Good morning, Madam. What can I do for you?", "W: Good morning. How much should I pay for these books to be sent to New York?", "M: Hm, 20 dollars. Anything else?", "W: Yes, a two-dollar stamp, please.", "M: That will be 22 dollars all together.", "W: Here's 25.", "M: Thank you. And here's the change.", "W: Thank you.", "M: You're welcome." ]

[ "One dollar.", "Two dollars,", "Three dollars." ]

[ "W: Can you tell me your dream?", "M: I dream of becoming a lawyer in the future." ]

[ "A teacher.", "A worker.", "A lawyer." ]

[ "W: Where's Cecilia, Mark?", "M: I'm not sure. She finishes school at 3. Maybe she went to Joyce's. She knows she has to come home before 5.", "W: It's 5:30 now.", "M: Maybe she forgot her watch.", "W: Well, someone has to wash the dishes. The kitchen's a mess.", "M: I can go to Joyce's. I know her address.", "W: That's OK. We don't need her. You can wash the dishes." ]

[ "At the store.", "At home.", "At school." ]

[ "W: Where's Cecilia, Mark?", "M: I'm not sure. She finishes school at 3. Maybe she went to Joyce's. She knows she has to come home before 5.", "W: It's 5:30 now.", "M: Maybe she forgot her watch.", "W: Well, someone has to wash the dishes. The kitchen's a mess.", "M: I can go to Joyce's. I know her address.", "W: That's OK. We don't need her. You can wash the dishes." ]

[ "In the bathroom.", "In the living room.", "In the kitchen." ]

[ "W: Did you start the quarrel with Mary?", "M: Yes, she broke my glass and didn't say sorry to me." ]

[ "Because Mary broke his glass and didn't say sorry to him.", "Because he broke Mary's glass.", "Because Mary didn't answer his question politely." ]

[ "W: The concert starts at eight thirty. What time is it now?", "M: About ten to eight. We must hurry up." ]

[ "7:50.", "8:10.", "8:30." ]

[ "W: Your house is bigger than mine.", "M: So is Bib's but Tom's is smaller." ]

[ "Tom's.", "the woman's.", "Bob's" ]

[ "W: Excuse me. I am looking for something local or special here as gifts. Could you give me some suggestions?", "M: Well, we have quite a few choices here: pottery, postcards with our local scenery, hand-made woolen hats and over there some food.", "W: These hats look very beautiful! How much are they?", "M: Forty-five dollars each or eighty dollars for the pair.", "W: OK. I'll take the red one." ]

[ "In a gift shop.", "In a flower shop.", "At a bank." ]

[ "W: Excuse me. I am looking for something local or special here as gifts. Could you give me some suggestions?", "M: Well, we have quite a few choices here: pottery, postcards with our local scenery, hand-made woolen hats and over there some food.", "W: These hats look very beautiful! How much are they?", "M: Forty-five dollars each or eighty dollars for the pair.", "W: OK. I'll take the red one." ]

[ "Three.", "Four.", "Five." ]

[ "W: Excuse me. I am looking for something local or special here as gifts. Could you give me some suggestions?", "M: Well, we have quite a few choices here: pottery, postcards with our local scenery, hand-made woolen hats and over there some food.", "W: These hats look very beautiful! How much are they?", "M: Forty-five dollars each or eighty dollars for the pair.", "W: OK. I'll take the red one." ]

[ "The blue one.", "The red one.", "The yellow one." ]

[ "W: What's going on between you and Charlie? Did you have a fight or something?", "M: No, but I can't stand him anymore. He is the worst roommate I've ever had. He never cleans up after himself and he is always listening to loud music when I try to get some sleep.", "W: Why don't you have a heart-to-heart talk with him?", "M: I've tried, but it didn't work. Maybe you can talk to him. After all, you are his good friend." ]

[ "Keeping his room clean every day.", "Getting along with his roommate.", "Having trouble making friends." ]