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train_800 | #Person1#: Hello, Mrs. Taylor. Can you help me? I'm doing my homework and I can't understand this word.
#Person2#: Which one? Oh, I can't help you right away...I'm watching something on TV.
#Person1#: Oh? What are you watching?
#Person2#: I'm watching a cowboy film.
#Person1#: Can Mr. Taylor help me?
#Person2#: No, he can't now, Paul. He's reading.
#Person1#: What is he reading?
#Person2#: He's reading a magazine.
#Person1#: What about Kate?
#Person2#: Oh, she can't help you either. She's making a phone call now.
#Person1#: Oh? Who's she calling?
#Person2#: She's calling her boyfriend.
#Person1#: Then where is Jack? Can I ask for help from him?
#Person2#: He hasn't been home yet...Why? You're asking a lot of questions tonight, Paul.
#Person1#: Am I?...Well, I'm practicing my English. | Paul asks many questions hoping someone can help him. Mrs. Taylor wonders why Paul's aksing questions tonight, and Paul says he's practicing his English. | ask questions |
train_801 | #Person1#: You must have enjoyed using your new camera on your trip.
#Person2#: I would have, but after buying a new camera especially for that trip, I left it in the car of my friend who drove me to the airport. | #Person2# left the new camera in a friend's car. | lose the camera |
train_802 | #Person1#: So, here we are, deep in the forest. With me is Dr. Green, can you tell us a little about this wonderful place?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. As you can see, the forest is full of trees, birds and insects.
#Person1#: Yes, there are strange and beautiful plants everywhere. How many different kinds of plants are there?
#Person2#: Well, in just one square kilometer of the forest, you can find about 1,500 different kinds of plants and 750 different kinds of trees. And many of them don't grow in any other places of the world.
#Person1#: Really? Now I'm sure the people listening to this program can hear this unbelievable noise of birds. What's making all the noise?
#Person2#: Well, of course. The forest is full of living things. You can find about 400 different kinds of birds in just one square kilometer.
#Person1#: Really? How interesting! | #Person1# and Dr. Green are doing a program. Dr. Green introduces that there're many different kinds of plants and birds in the forest. | plants and birds |
train_803 | #Person1#: Hello!
#Person2#: Hello, Mike! This is Jane.
#Person1#: Oh. Hello, Jane!
#Person2#: Listen, Mike! I've got a real problem.
#Person1#: What is it?
#Person2#: The car's broken down.
#Person1#: Oh, not again.
#Person2#: Yeah. I checked the oil and I checked almost everything. It's just not starting at all.
#Person1#: You have to get rid of it, you know.
#Person2#: I know, I know. But look, the thing is, I've got to pick Tom up at the airport. Can I......?
#Person1#: Use my car? Yes, of course.
#Person2#: That'll be great! It's very kind of you.
#Person1#: Come on when you like. I don't need it till tonight.
#Person2#: OK! I'll be around in about an hour. Thanks a lot!
#Person1#: It's all right. See you then!
#Person2#: See you! | Jane tells Mike her car is broken but she has to pick Tom. Mike lends his car to her. | car is broken |
train_804 | #Person1#: Do you think I could borrow your car to go grocery shopping? The supermarkets outside the city are so much cheaper. I'd also be happy to pick up anything you need.
#Person2#: Well, I don't like to let anyone else drive my car. Tell you what, why don't we go together? | #Person1# wants to borrow #Person2#'s car. #Person2# suggests going together. | borrow the car |
train_805 | #Person1#: Why don't you sit down? Now, there are several questions I must ask you if you don't mind.
#Person2#: Not at all. Go ahead.
#Person1#: What is the purpose of your visit to the States?
#Person2#: I'm going to attend a conference on air pollution.
#Person1#: When and where is this conference being held?
#Person2#: It's being held in the first two weeks of February at the University of Stanford in California.
#Person1#: Who will pay your expenses?
#Person2#: The University of Stanford. Here is the official letter of invitation.
#Person1#: I see. Fine. When do you want to go?
#Person2#: I'd like to leave in mid-January if my passport is ready by then.
#Person1#: That shouldn't be difficult. Why don't you phone me about January 10th? I should be able to give you an answer then.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person1# asks #Person2# some questions about #Person2#'s visit to the States and will give #Person2# an answer about January 10th. | the passport |
train_806 | #Person1#: Excuse me, I'm sorry to bother you, but would you have time to answer a few questions?
#Person2#: What's it about?
#Person1#: We're doing some market research for a new television channel starting in two years' time.
#Person2#: OK, why not?
#Person1#: Lovely, we'll just work through this form. And if we could start with some personal background information.
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: Right, if I could just have your age...
#Person2#: 35.
#Person1#: Right, great. And your job?
#Person2#: Systems analyst, but for the form I don't know whether it would count as professional or business or what.
#Person1#: What do you think?
#Person2#: OK, it's more like business.
#Person1#: Fine. And would you mind my asking about your salary? Or we can leave it blank.
#Person2#: No, I don't mind. It's 40,000 a year.
#Person1#: Thank you. Right... about your current watching habits..., what would you say is your main reason for watching TV?
#Person2#: Well, at work I tend to read for information and what have you, so I'd say that with TV it probably just helps me relax and unwind.
#Person1#: Fine. And how many hours a day on average do you watch TV?
#Person2#: Not a lot really... I should say just over an hour.
#Person1#: So what are the two main times of the day that you watch TV?
#Person2#: Well, a little around breakfast time and then it tends to be really late eleven or even midnight- when I've finished work.
#Person1#: And what sort of programmes do you go for?
#Person2#: Some news bulletins but I also really like to put my feet up with some of the old comedy shows.
#Person1#: Fine. And turning to the new channel..., which type of programmes would you like to see more of?
#Person2#: Well, I certainly don't think we need any more factual programmes like news and documentaries. I think we need more about things like local information..., you know, providing a service for the community. And in the same vein, perhaps more for younger viewers..., you know, good quality stuff.
#Person1#: Ah ha. And if you had to give the new directors some specific advice when they set up the channel, what advice would you give them?
#Person2#: I think I'd advise them to pay a lot of attention to the quality of the actual broadcast, you know, the sound system. People are very fussy these days about that and in general I think they ought to do lots more of these kinds of interview, you know, talking with their potential customers.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm glad you think it's valuable!
#Person2#: Certainly... yeah.
#Person1#: Good. OK, this will be a commercial channel of course, but how often do you think it is tolerable to have adverts?
#Person2#: Well, out of that list I'd say every quarter of an hour. I don't think we can complain about that, as long as they don't last tot ten minutes each time!
#Person1#: Quite. And would you be willing to attend any of our special promotions for the new channel?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd be very happy to, as long as they're held here in my area.
#Person1#: OK, I'll make a note of that. And finally, may we put you on our mailing list?
#Person2#: Well, I'd prefer not..., except for the information about the promotion you mentioned.
#Person1#: Can I have your name and address?
#Person2#: Of course ... here's my card.
#Person1#: Oh, lovely..., and thank you very much for your time and we look forward to seeing you.
#Person2#: Yes, indeed. Urn, thanks. | #Person1#'s doing market research for a new television channel, and #Person1# interviews #Person2# about some questions. First, #Person1# learns about #Person2#'s basic personal information, including age, job, and salary. Then #Person1# asks #Person2# the reason for watching TV, frequency of watching TV, and the types of programs #Person2# watches. Finally, #Person2# gives the specific advice of paying attention to the quality of the actual broadcast to the new directors when they set up the channels. #Person2# is willing to attend #Person1#'s special promotion for the new channel. | an interview |
train_807 | #Person1#: Today in the studio we have Alberto Cortez, the well-known Brazilian advocate of the anti-global movement. He's here to talk about the recent report, stating that by 2050 Brazil will be the one ot the word's wealthiest and most successful countries. Alberto, what do you say to the report?
#Person2#: You know this isn't the first time that people are saying Brazil will be a great economic power. The same thing was said over a hundred year ago. But it didn't happen.
#Person1#: Yes, but you must admit the world's a very different place now.
#Person2#: Of course. In fact I believe there's maybe some truth in the prediction this time around. First of all, though, we must remember the problems facing Brazil at the moment.
#Person1#: Such as...?
#Person2#: There's an enormous gap between the rich and the poor in this country. In Sal Paulo, you can see shopping malls full of designer goods right next door to the slam areas without proper water and electricity supplies. A lot of work needs to be done to help people in those areas improve their lives.
#Person1#: What needs to be done?
#Person2#: Education, for example. For Brazil to be successful, we need to offer education to all Brazilians. Successful countries like South Korea and Singapore have excellent education systems. Brazil needs to learn from these countries.
#Person1#: So you are hopeful for the future.
#Person2#: As I said earlier, I'm hopeful. This isn't an easy job. We need to make sure that these important opportunities for Brazil aren't wasted, as they were in the past. | #Person1# invites Alberto Cortez, a well-known Brazilian advocate of the anti-global movement, to talk about a report stating Brazil will be one of the world's wealthiest and most successful countries by 2050. Alberto talks about some problems facing Brazil and they need excellent education systems. Alberto is hopeful for the future. | an interview |
train_808 | #Person1#: Hey, James, how is the job search going?
#Person2#: Hi, Sharon, I had no idea. It'll take so much time. It sure makes it difficult to prepare for final exams. How about you?
#Person1#: I was lucky. There seems to be a shortage of highschool teachers now. I applied to three schools and each one offered me a position.
#Person2#: That's great. Which one did you like?
#Person1#: I haven't decided yet. Of course, it will be easiest for me to stay here in New York or go back home to Boston, but I may go to California.
#Person2#: That will be a big move.
#Person1#: So tell me about your plans?
#Person2#: Well, I applied to six newspapers. Last week, I had an interview with New York Times.
#Person1#: How did it go?
#Person2#: Not so well. I think they are looking for people with some experience.
#Person1#: Have you had any other interviews?
#Person2#: No, not yet. It seems that everyone wants to be a writer these days. There just aren't many jobs out there.
#Person1#: That's too bad.
#Person2#: Yes, I had a hope to have a job lined up by graduation. That doesn't seem likely now.
#Person1#: What will you do if you can't find a job?
#Person2#: In that case, I'll begin working on the master's degree in the fall.
#Person1#: Good luck. | Sharon tells James Sharon's job search goes ahead smoothly. However, James applied for a lot of jobs but didn't get an ideal one. James says he may go to work on the master's degree if he can't find a job. | job search |
train_809 | #Person1#: I'm free this afternoon. Shall we go to the movies?
#Person2#: OK. But I hate love stories. Any films about war on today?
#Person1#: I'm afraid not. How about the theatre?
#Person2#: Well, most plays are badly written, though they're cheap.
#Person1#: Let's go to a concert. You like music very much, don't you?
#Person2#: Yes, light music. But now you can only hear noisy music, American songs or songs where you can't understand a single word.
#Person1#: What are you going to do then?
#Person2#: Why not go to the library to borrow some books. You like reading as much as I do, don't you?
#Person1#: OK, let's. | After denying #Person1#'s many suggestions, #Person2# ultimately decides to go to the library to borrow some books with #Person1#. | this afternoon's plan |
train_810 | #Person1#: Excuse me. I'd like to make a complaint.
#Person2#: Really? What seems to be the problem?
#Person1#: Well, don't you think you are playing the music too loudly?
#Person2#: Oh? I'm sorry. I didn't realize it was so loud.
#Person1#: Yes. I am preparing for my exam next week and your music is bothering me a great deal that I can't hear myself think.
#Person2#: Sorry. I'll turn it down. | #Person1# complains to #Person2# that #Person2# plays the music too loudly. #Person2# feels sorry. | make a complaint |
train_811 | #Person1#: Get up as early as six o'clock only to be jammed at every crossroad and still late for work. What a life! I've had enough of it.
#Person2#: Cool down, man. Everyone is fed up with the rush-hour traffic. But life isn't really all that. You should take the initiative and make some changes first.
#Person1#: What should I do then?
#Person2#: I recommend you ride a bike instead of commuting by bus. It may offer you many beneits. First, it's good for your health. I'm afraid it's not necessary for me to further elaborate. While lots of people spend time like an hour each morning exercising, a bike ride to work not only builds you up, but also makes full use of time. You might as well sleep out for a longer hour.
#Person1#: I know cycling is always a more favorable choice than a bus. After all, it's a sport. But do you think it a pleasant experience to take in the dirty, pollued air on the road?
#Person2#: Well, such things are just unavoidable in a great metropolis like Beijing. I think a still more desirable benefit is psychological. Bicycling home after work can help release your stress. Life in the offices is miserable. You just sit there in a daze, gazing at the monitor and dealing with files and documents. Why don't you give a full play to your energy after work? Enjoy the speed on the road. Just think, you are falshing past the poles with your own energy. How great! | #Person1# has had enough of getting up early but still is late for work. #Person2# recommends #Person1# to ride a bike to work instead of commuting by bus, which is good for health and helps release stress. | ride a bike |
train_812 | #Person1#: I wouldn't advise you to buy things in bulk from such stores, though. I mean, do your major shopping at the specialized stores. It's much cheaper, and more convenient in the long run.
#Person2#: Great advice!
#Person3#: Sort of like Mom's!
#Person1#: Hey, watch it!
#Person3#: Just kiddin'!
#Person2#: Life sounds great in this town! Oh! Before I forget, guys, where can I rent movies? I love watching movies in my spare time.
#Person1#: Me too! Let's see. There are two video stores close to your apartment. Lucky you! One's Blockbuster, and the other's That's Rentertainment. I believe they both have specials on weekdays, right Will?
#Person3#: Yup. But not for the new releases. It's usually a buck each for the older movies.
#Person1#: Are you guys ready to go to the mall?
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: Masa, don't forget to take your shopping list with you.
#Person2#: Thanks for reminding me.
#Person1#: You're welcome. What are we waiting for? Let's go. | #Person1# suggests they buy things at specialized stores. Masa plans to rent movies, and Masa will go to the mall with #Person1# and #Person3#. | shopping |
train_813 | #Person1#: What are you reading?
#Person2#: Oh, it's the latest novel by Ray Blune. It's a sic-fi thriller.
#Person1#: I thought he usually wrote horror books.
#Person2#: He does. He's good at this genre too. It's a captivating read.
#Person1#: We're going to the bookshop. Would you like to join us?
#Person2#: Yes, I would. I need to buy a textbook for my course and, as you know, I love browsing through the latest paperbacks.
#Person1#: Me too. I need something to read on the flight to New York. I can never sleep on planes. Sarah wants to pick up some children's books for her daughter.
#Person2#: I want to look at nelson mandela's autobiography.
#Person1#: This is sure to be a worthwhile read. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the book #Person2# is reading. Then #Person1# invites #Person2# to go to the bookshop together, and #Person2# agrees. | buy books |
train_814 | #Person1#: Oh! You're engaged! What a beautiful engagement ring! Who to?
#Person2#: Of course Mike. Who else? We fell in love at first sight.
#Person1#: When's the wedding going to be?
#Person2#: We haven't decided yet. There are a lot of things to sort out, you know.
#Person1#: Are you having a big wedding?
#Person2#: Yes, I've always dream of having a big wedding.
#Person1#: But what do you say about that?
#Person2#: I don't really enjoy big occasions, but I think I'll come round to the idea in the end, It only happens once in a lifetime.
#Person1#: Perhaps I'll agree with Mike. I couldn't stand a big wedding with many relatives and friends of my parents or my wife whom I'd never met before. | #Person1# sees #Person2#'s engagement ring and asks about her wedding. #Person2# will agree with Mike that not have a big wedding. | the wedding |
train_815 | #Person1#: I wanna register for this mathematics course.
#Person2#: I'm sorry registration has closed.
#Person1#: Closed? The clerk told me I could come back and register any time during the first week of classes.
#Person2#: Well, that's not possible. The computer's official student account has already been sent to the state. And that's what our budget is based on. Who told you that anyway?
#Person1#: Some woman in here when I tried to register three weeks ago. She said I just had to pay a late fee.
#Person2#: She must have been a part-time worker. They didn't have much training. Why didn't you register then?
#Person1#: She said I couldn't until I had my birth certificate. Here it is.
#Person2#: Huh, that is no reason to demand a birth certificate. We only need to establish residency, you know, a phone bill with your name and address on it would have been fine.
#Person1#: Serious? Only the proof of my address.
#Person2#: Yes, I am afraid she gave you the wrong information.
#Person1#: But it's unfair.
#Person2#: Well, I sympathize with your problem, but, to be honest, I don't think there is any thing anyone can do for you. You were trapped in the system. If you want, you can talk to the director. She will help you if she can.
#Person1#: Great.
#Person2#: Don't get your hopes up. | #Person1# wants to register for the mathematics course, but #Person2# says registration has closed. It turns out that the clerk who told #Person1# to register any time during the first week gave false information. Though it's unfair, #Person2# can't offer any help. | registration |
train_816 | #Person1#: what are you looking for?
#Person2#: I want to buy a new camcorder for my trip this summer.
#Person1#: do you know what camcorder options are available?
#Person2#: not really. I thought I'd just have a look today.
#Person1#: whould you like to look at the new digital camcorders that have just come in?
#Person2#: sure. I'd like to see the smallest camcorder that you have first.
#Person1#: ok. This Sony model is their newest and our most popular camcorder. Why don't you see if you like the way it feel?
#Person2#: it's very light. That would be good. How is the battery life?
#Person1#: it's got an above-average battery life. It lasts up tp 12 hours and can be charged in 30 minutes.
#Person2#: can you also take still photos with this?
#Person1#: yes, that is an option.
#Person2#: how about night vision? Can you use it in the dark?
#Person1#: yes. I can show you examples of some footages that was taken with this camera in the dark.
#Person2#: that's not bad at all. How's the microphone? Does it pick up much sound?
#Person1#: It can record any sound that's within about 8 feet of the camera.
#Person2#: how does that compare with other models?
#Person1#: there are models that can pick up more sound than this one, but they're much bigger and heavier than this one.
#Person2#: I guess you can't have everything, can you? | #Person2# wants to buy a camcorder, and would like to see the smallest Sony model. #Person1# introduces the battery life, how to take still photos and the night vision of the camcorder to #Person2#. | shopping |
train_817 | #Person1#: Dalian is a beautiful city. Do you agree?
#Person2#: I suppose I do.
#Person1#: The climate here is pleasant.
#Person2#: They usually said it
#Person1#: This city is really comfortable to living.
#Person2#: It sure is
#Person1#: No other city can match it. It's heaven.
#Person2#: Well, if you live in other as long enough you love them just as much.
#Person1#: Maybe.
#Person2#: That's for sure. | #Person1# and #Person2# think Dalian is a beautiful city and comfortable to live in. | love for Dalian |
train_818 | #Person1#: What time is it, Steven?
#Person2#: Uh, it's 7:30. Aren't you going to finish your breakfast?
#Person1#: I don't have much time. I've got a lot to do downtown today.
#Person2#: If you're coming into the city, we may have lunch together.
#Person1#: OK. Let's say 1 o'clock. I'll go to the gym. I have an aerobics class until 11:45. Oh, and it would have to be some place quick.
#Person2#: How come?
#Person1#: I have a hair appointment at 2:30.
#Person2#: Oh, OK. What else are you doing today?
#Person1#: I'm meeting Rebecca to do some shopping at 5:30 PM.
#Person2#: Tough day.
#Person1#: Well, it is my day off, you know.
#Person2#: OK, OK. Enjoy your morning. I'll see you later.
#Person1#: You better get going to. You're not even dressed yet.
#Person2#: Don't worry about me. I'll get to work on time. | Steven invites #Person1# to have lunch together if #Person1#'s coming into the city. #Person1# tells Steven #Person1#'s busy day and asks Steven to hurry up. | a busy day |
train_819 | #Person1#: Well, good morning, Tom. I haven't seen you for a long time. What seems to be the trouble now?
#Person2#: I feel very tired. I've got a bad headache, and I can't sleep well almost every night.
#Person1#: Have you been eating properly? Eating the right kind of food is very important for your health, you know?
#Person2#: Well, I haven't been eating too well, I guess. I have a lot of work to do, and I usually only have enough time to have a sandwich, and a cup of coffee for lunch.
#Person1#: And what about dinner?
#Person2#: Sometimes I'm too tired to eat anything at all.
#Person1#: It's too bad, you must have a well balanced diet. But I think the most important thing for you to do right now, is to have a good rest.
#Person2#: Yes, I agree. | Tom feels sick because he doesn't eat properly and has too much work. #Person1# suggests Tom have a balanced diet and have a good rest. | feel sick |
train_820 | #Person1#: I've been having trouble breathing lately, so I made a doctors appointment for Monday morning.
#Person2#: I thought you just went to the doctor for that same problem.
#Person1#: No, I went last Tuesday because I had a cough. The time before that, I couldn't feel my legs, but it turned out that I just stood for too long.
#Person2#: That happened to my uncle once. While I hope it turns out OK for you. Let me know if you need me to bring anything over for you tomorrow after the appointment.
#Person1#: Thanks. You're a good friend. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# made a doctor's appointment because #Person1# has trouble breathing lately. #Person2# shows concerns. | feel sick |
train_821 | #Person1#: I read a report on the people who can use a foreign language, mainly English.
#Person2#: Really? What's it about?
#Person1#: It's mainly about the different attitudes people have. Towards the foreign language learning, about 27% of the people think of foreign language is a must in their daily life.
#Person2#: I can't agree more. There are more and more People learning foreign languages.
#Person1#: That's true. About 35% of the people are learning or willing to learn a foreign language.
#Person2#: As far as I'm concerned, many People, especially students are forced to do so because of exams.
#Person1#: Yes, that accounts for twenty one percent. There are also about 15% of the people who take foreign languages to be useless and they take no interest in them at all. | #Person1# tells #Person2# a report #Person1# reads that mainly on people's different attitudes for learning a foreign language. | learn foreign languages |
train_822 | #Person1#: More and more people are using reusable grocery bags now.
#Person2#: They're much stronger than plastic bags. And I can fit more in them, too.
#Person1#: Grocery stores like them, too. Because they can make money by selling them.
#Person2#: What's more, you can use them for more than one purpose. I heard that only 3% of plastic bags. Imagine all that waste.
#Person1#: And my local grocery store, regular plastic bags aren't free anymore. In addition, they take $0.10 off your bill for every reusable bag you bring yourself.
#Person2#: It's great to see we're taking steps to create a healthier environment. | More people use reusable grocery bags now. #Person1# and #Person2# think it's a step to create a healthier environment. | reusable grocery bags |
train_823 | #Person1#: Freeze! Police! Put your hands over your head.
#Person2#: What crime did I commit?
#Person1#: You are suspected of hiding illegal drugs, so we are taking you into custody. We ' Ve found some heroin in your house. You have the following rights while you are being interviewed. You have the right to remain silent. You don't have to make any statement against your will. You have the right to defense counsel. You have the right to request an investigation of evidence favorable to your case. Do you understand your rights?
#Person2#: I am innocent. | The police found drugs in #Person2#'s house and are taking #Person2# into custody, but #Person2# claims to be innocent. | custody |
train_824 | #Person1#: I'm going to buy a new living room set.
#Person2#: Where are you going to buy one?
#Person1#: I'm really not sure.
#Person2#: You like my living room set, don't you?
#Person1#: Where did you buy it?
#Person2#: I found mine at IKEA.
#Person1#: Are they expensive?
#Person2#: Everything I got from IKEA cost me a couple thousand.
#Person1#: Is the furniture crafted well?
#Person2#: The furniture isn't built cheap.
#Person1#: I'll pay the money, as long as I'm getting what I pay for.
#Person2#: You will feel comfortable paying the money. | #Person1# wants a new living room set. #Person2# recommends IKEA but says things there are expensive. #Person1# thinks it's fine as long as the products deserve the money. | living room set |
train_825 | #Person1#: I need a snack from the cafeteria.
#Person2#: What are you thinking of getting?
#Person1#: I only want some chips.
#Person2#: I think I may get something too.
#Person1#: What do you plan on buying?
#Person2#: I have a sweet tooth. I want candy.
#Person1#: What kind of candy do you want?
#Person2#: I really want some chocolate.
#Person1#: What kind of chocolate do you want?
#Person2#: I either want a Snickers or a Kit Kat.
#Person1#: The cafeteria doesn't sell Kit Kats.
#Person2#: Then I guess I'll just get a Snickers. | #Person1# will buy some chips and #Person2# will get a Snickers from the Cafeteria. | buy snacks |
train_826 | #Person1#: How do I make a good impression in the interview?
#Person2#: You should try to put your best foot forward, and be careful of your personal appearance. At least you should get yourself dressed up. Appearance isnt everything, but it's the first thing an interviewer notices about you.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: Don't boast and don't be modest.
#Person1#: What do you mean by this? You can't do the two things at the same time.
#Person2#: Appear confident and show the interviewers that you're competent. Don't exaggerate things or you'll give the impression that you're talking big.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: Try to be natural, alert and interested.
#Person1#: You'Ve given me very valuable advice and I have more confidence in myself now. Thank you very much.
#Person2#: My pleasure. Good luck to you. | #Person2# gives #Person1# some suggestions about making a good impression in interviews. #Person1# feels more confident and grateful. | interview preparation |
train_827 | #Person1#: Hello, Madam. What can I do for you today?
#Person2#: Hello. Yes, I'm here to redeem a Treasury Note. It's not at the maturity date yet, but it is an emergency.
#Person1#: OK, can I see the note and some ID, please?
#Person2#: There you are. As you can see, the maturity isn't up yet.
#Person1#: You do realise that you must pay a 0. 2 % charge for premature cancellation, right?
#Person2#: Oh, really? No, I wasn't aware of that.
#Person1#: Unfortunately, yes. You see, this is a three-year note ; it was issued over a year ago, but not over two years. So, you will have to pay. I'm sorry about that. | #Person2# wants to redeem a Treasury Note before maturity. #Person1# reminds her she'll have to pay a charge which she wasn't aware of. | Treasury Note |
train_828 | #Person1#: Are you going to the cafeteria downstairs?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Could you please get me a takeaway? I have some urgent work to finish. So I don't have enough time to go out for lunch.
#Person2#: No problem. What should I bring?
#Person1#: I am not picky on food. Just bring me the day menu. | #Person1# requests #Person2# to get #Person1# a takeaway from the cafeteria. | get a takeaway |
train_829 | #Person1#: Mumm. Those burgers smell great. It's perfect day for a barbecue.
#Person2#: It sure is. I'm glad it didn't rain. My name's Mike Gates, by the way.
#Person1#: Oh, hi! I'm Barbara Johnson. Nice to meet you.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. What's your name again?
#Person1#: Barbara. But please, just call me Barb.
#Person2#: So Barb. . . what do you do?
#Person1#: I'm studying medicine.
#Person2#: Really? Where?
#Person1#: At Harvard. What about you?
#Person2#: I'm an engineer at IBM.
#Person1#: Oh, are you? That sounds interesting.
#Person2#: Yeah. I like it. Hey, it looks like the food is ready.
#Person1#: Good. I'm starving. | Barbara Johnson and Mike Gates meet for the first time at a barbecue. They introduce themselves to each other. | social meeting |
train_830 | #Person1#: Tomorrow will be my first day at work, what do you think I should be wearing?
#Person2#: Well, if you want to look professional, serious and more conservative, a blue dress, white shirt and not-too-high shoes would be the best choice. But sometimes, very formal clothes will keep you at a distance from your colleagues. It depends on the company's dress code.
#Person1#: Indeed, I found most of the employees dress casually when I went to the interview. Only the manager was in suit and tie and he just came back from a ceremony. It seems that their dress code is not that formal. Probably, I should put on car key and simple shirt.
#Person2#: Whatever you choose, make sure they are neat and clean. | #Person2# gives #Person1# suggestions about what to wear on #Person1#'s first day at work. | dress code |
train_831 | #Person1#: Hi, Bill. Are you going to the commencement?
#Person2#: Yes. Do you want to go with me?
#Person1#: OK. ( Several minutes later. ) Let's go into the school auditorium.
#Person2#: Now that take this seat. Do you see those piles of red diplomas on the desks on the stage?
#Person1#: Yes. I find my heart is now rising and falling like waves, all sorts of feelings welling up in my heart.
#Person2#: That's true. Four years'trails and hardships, joys and sorrows of life are gushing out to my mind all together. I can hardly tell whether I am joyful or gloomy at the moment when I am about to leave the campus and to start a new stage of my life.
#Person1#: How time flies. Look, the president of the college has come onto the stage.
#Person2#: He's going to make the opening speech. | #Person1# goes to the commencement with Bill. They express their feelings about graduating. | graduation |
train_832 | #Person1#: We need to elect club officials before the summer starts.
#Person2#: I guess we should start with nominees first.
#Person1#: Let's make it the first item of business in our next meeting.
#Person2#: We should probably let everyone know ahead of time so they will be prepared.
#Person1#: Can you take care of sending out a bulletin by e-mail to all the club members?
#Person2#: Yes, I can do that this afternoon.
#Person1#: Let's schedule the actual election times the week after the nominations. Doesn't that seem logical?
#Person2#: Yes, let me put it on the calendar. | #Person1# and #Person2# plan the election of club officials. They will hold the election the week after the nominations in their next meeting. | club officials election |
train_833 | #Person1#: Would it be all right if I went home next weekend?
#Person2#: For What?
#Person1#: Well, I want to surprise my brother showing up for his birthday.
#Person2#: Well, that sounds like it would be OK. Just be careful. | #Person2# confirms to #Person1# that it's OK to go home next weekend as a birthday surprise for #Person1#'s brother. | Birthday Surprise |
train_834 | #Person1#: As you know I'Ve been thinking about moving my career in a new direction. I am hoping that you will be able to provide me with a reference to help me jump-start my future.
#Person2#: I realize that I'm not in a position to offer you the kind of promotion you deserve I'll gladly do what I can to help.
#Person1#: Thank you. I'Ve really enjoyed my time here. I've grown both personally and professionally with this company.
#Person2#: And, as well as being a pleasure to work with, you'Ve been instrumental in helping us complete many key projects.
#Person1#: It will be hard to say good-bye. This office has become like a second home to me.
#Person2#: My feelings are mixed on the issue too. By helping you I'm losing a valuable and trusted employee. However I think you are taking a step in the right direction. | #Person1# is leaving #Person1#'s company to move #Person1#'s career in a new direction.
#Person2#'s glad to offer any help with that. They express their mixed feeling. | leave the Company |
train_835 | #Person1#: Have you obtained any certificate of technical qualifications or license?
#Person2#: Yes, I have received an Engineers Qualification Certificate and a drivers license.
#Person1#: How many years have you had the drivers license?
#Person2#: I have two years driving experience.
#Person1#: That's good. What special skills do you have, can you tell me?
#Person2#: I have experience in computer operation, proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
#Person1#: What computer languages have you learned?
#Person2#: Visual C + +, C and Delphi.
#Person1#: Have you gotten any special training in programming?
#Person2#: No, but I have database programming experience and network knowledge. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s certificate of technical qualifications, license, special skills, and experience in programming. | Interview |
train_836 | #Person1#: It's very nice of you to invite me.
#Person2#: I'm very glad you could come, Mr. Liu. Will you take a seat at the head of the table? It's an informal dinner, please don't stand on ceremony. . . Mr. Liu, would you like to have some chicken?
#Person1#: Thank you. This is my first time to come to a Chinese restaurant. Could you tell me the different features of Chinese food?
#Person2#: Generally speaking, Cantonese food is a bit light ; Shanghai food is rather oily ; and Hunan dishes are very spicy, having a strong and hot taste.
#Person1#: Chinese dishes are exquisitely prepared, delicious, and very palatable. They are very good in colour, flavour, and taste.
#Person2#: Mr. Liu, would you care for another helping?
#Person1#: No more, thank you. I'm quite full.
#Person2#: Did you enjoy the meal?
#Person1#: It's the most delicious dinner I've had for a long time. It's such a rich dinner.
#Person2#: I'm so glad you like it.
#Person1#: Thank you very much for your hospitality. | #Person2# invites Mr. Liu to a Chinese restaurant and introduces different features of Chinese food. Mr. Liu expresses his gratitude for #Person2#'s hospitality. | Chinese Food |
train_837 | #Person1#: I'm so hungry! Can you buy me a burrito?
#Person2#: I don't have any money to buy you a burrito.
#Person1#: Please? I haven't eaten anything all day.
#Person2#: Look, I only have money to buy myself a burrito.
#Person1#: I'm so hungry, I could eat a whole cow!
#Person2#: If you're so hungry, why don't you ask someone else for money?
#Person1#: I get paid on Friday, I'll pay you back then.
#Person2#: Well, I guess on Friday, then you can eat.
#Person1#: That's pretty messed up.
#Person2#: Why don't you just go home and eat?
#Person1#: I don't want to go all the way home just to eat.
#Person2#: Well, I guess you're out of luck. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to buy #Person1# a burrito because #Person1# has no money. #Person2# refuses. | borrow money |
train_838 | #Person1#: I want to check in now. Here is my ticket.
#Person2#: Don't you have any luggage to check in?
#Person1#: No, sir.
#Person2#: Do you have a seat preference?
#Person1#: I'd like an aisle seat. I feel terrible near the window.
#Person2#: Here is your boarding pass. Have a nice day. | #Person1# checks in and gets an aisle seat with #Person2#'s assistance. | Check in |
train_839 | #Person1#: Good morning, and welcome to our bank. What can I do for you today?
#Person2#: I need some advice about my fixed deposits.
#Person1#: What seems to be the problem?
#Person2#: No, no problem. It's just that one of them is due and I'm not sure how to deal with it.
#Person1#: I see. Well, you have two choices ; you can renew it or redeem it. Which would you prefer?
#Person2#: Mmmm. . . well, I am happy with your service so far, so I'd like to renew it, please.
#Person1#: Not a problem. But may I just inform you that we have introduced a new service called Account Renewing upon Maturity?
#Person2#: Yes. . .
#Person1#: You see, that means when anything is up for renewal, we do it automatically and you don't have to physically come here to sort it out. All you need to do is sign here and we'll set it all up for you.
#Person2#: That's just perfect for me. I live pretty far from the centre and it can be a chore getting in. | #Person2# decides to renew #Person2#'s fixed deposits with #Person1#'s advice. #Person1# introduces their new service for renewal and #Person2# is happy with that. | consultation |
train_840 | #Person1#: Do you like the apartment so far?
#Person2#: I see a problem.
#Person1#: What's the problem?
#Person2#: I noticed that the faucet in the kitchen is leaking.
#Person1#: That's no big deal.
#Person2#: It's going to be a problem when my water bill comes.
#Person1#: What do you want me to do about it?
#Person2#: I would like you to fix the problem.
#Person1#: I won't be able to do that right now.
#Person2#: Well, I won't be able to rent the apartment until the problem is fixed.
#Person1#: Fine, I'll have it fixed for you.
#Person2#: I'm happy that we'Ve come to an agreement. | #Person2# won't rent the apartment unless the leaking faucet is fixed. #Person1# is reluctant to fix it at first but agrees finally. | rent the apartment |
train_841 | #Person1#: What was the biggest turing point in your life?
#Person2#: I use I would say that would be moving out of my parents' house for the first time.
#Person1#: Really? Why is that?
#Person2#: Till I moved out of my parents' home, I became a lot more independent.
#Person1#: What would you say was the lowest point in your life?
#Person2#: That would definitely be getting a divorce.
#Person1#: What went wrong?
#Person2#: We just weren't right for each other.
#Person1#: How long were you married?
#Person2#: The marriage only lasted about a year.
#Person1#: Have you remarried since then?
#Person2#: Yes, I got married to a man that I met shortly after I divorced my first husband.
#Person1#: Do you think you'll ever get a divorce again?
#Person2#: Oh I hope not, my first marriage was a mistake, but this one isn't.
#Person1#: How long have you been married?
#Person2#: About 15 years now.
#Person1#: Do you think you'll still love him when he is old and gray?
#Person2#: I think so, hopefully we'll have a long and a happy life together.
#Person1#: I'm sure you will. | #Person2# tells #Person1# her biggest turning point was moving out of her parents' house for the first time and her lowest point in life was getting a divorce, but #Person2# is positive about her current marriage. | life discussion |
train_842 | #Person1#: Hi, did you call for an exterminator?
#Person2#: Yes! Thank goodness you're here. These bugs are driving us crazy!
#Person1#: What sort of pest are we dealing with?
#Person2#: We just bought this house and it is infected with just about everything. We have termites in the wood, cockroaches all over the place, and last night I saw a huge rat out in the backyard!
#Person1#: Well, there's nothing we can't handle. I'll spray the floorboards and walls to get rid of the cockroaches, but the termites will be harder to get rid of. We will have to cover the entire house and fumigate it. Unfortunately that means you will have to find a place to stay for the next three days.
#Person2#: No problem, just get rid of the bugs! | #Person2# calls an exterminator to get rid of bugs. #Person1# will handle the bugs and asks #Person2# to leave #Person2#'s house for the next three days. | Exterminator |
train_843 | #Person1#: Hello, Elizabeth. How are you?
#Person2#: Fine, thanks.
#Person1#: Are you sure you're all right? You look a bit worried today. Is anything wrong?
#Person2#: Well, yes, there is something wrong actually. Perhaps you can give me some advice.
#Person1#: Of course, if I can.
#Person2#: Well, last night when I returned from the theatre, I found that I'd lost my wallet.
#Person1#: Oh dear! That's terrible! What was in your wallet?
#Person2#: Well, some money. of course, my visa, all my identity cards and some photos.
#Person1#: Well, if were you, I'd go to the police station straight away and report it.
#Person2#: Yes, I've already done that, and they said they'd look for it. But we're leaving soon and I need my visa and identity cards badly.
#Person1#: Oh dear! What a pity! Are you sure you lost the wallet in the theatre?
#Person2#: Yes, quite sure.
#Person1#: I think you should put an advertisement in the China Daily, saying when and where you lost it.
#Person2#: But that takes too long.
#Person1#: Wait a minute! My uncle lives in Beijing and he lives very close to the theatre. I'll telephone him and ask him to go there to inquire about it. You'd better have breakfast now and I'll meet you later. | Elizabeth tells #Person1# that she lost her wallet in the theatre and she has reported it to the police, but she needs the things in the wallet badly. #Person1# will ask #Person1#'s uncle who lives close to the theatre for help. | lose a wallet |
train_844 | #Person1#: I am a reporter from Channel 5 News.
#Person2#: What's up?
#Person1#: Could I ask you some questions?
#Person2#: Sure, you can.
#Person1#: Did you vote today?
#Person2#: I sure did!
#Person1#: What candidate did you vote for?
#Person2#: I can't disclose that information.
#Person1#: Why is that?
#Person2#: My vote is my own private business.
#Person1#: I understand.
#Person2#: I voted for our next President. | The reporter #Person1# interviews #Person2# about #Person2#'s vote. #Person2# refuses to disclose it. | vote |
train_845 | #Person1#: Hi, Nicole. Did you have a good weekend?
#Person2#: Yes, I did. But I feel tired today.
#Person1#: Really? Why?
#Person2#: Well, on Saturday I cleaned the house and played tennis. Then on Sunday I hiked in the country.
#Person1#: And I bet you studied, too.
#Person2#: Yeah. I studied on Sunday evening. What about you?
#Person1#: Well, I didn't clean the house and I didn't study. I stayed in bed and watched TV.
#Person2#: That sounds like fun, but did you exercise?
#Person1#: Sort of. I played golf on my computer! | Nicole and #Person1# talk about how they spent their last weekends. | weekend activities |
train_846 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, Ma'am, My name is Mike and I am selling subscriptions to all sorts of periodicals.
#Person2#: No, thank you, I am not interested.
#Person1#: Please ma'am, if you could spare five minutes of your time, I am sure we could find something that interests you!
#Person2#: I wish I could, but I have to walk the dog and finish cooking so if you would excuse me.
#Person1#: We have a great variety of magazines all about cooking! This one for example, is a bi-monthly publication with recipes from all over the world!
#Person2#: Wow, that would be kind of useful, do you have any other cooking magazines?
#Person1#: Sure do! This one is a quarterly publication, but each issue has over 200 color pages of recipes and also many home decorating ideas!
#Person2#: Wow, this is nice! Ok, sign me up for both publications.
#Person1#: You mentioned you have a dog, most pet owners sign up for this weekly newsletter that has information on dog care, pet shops and even pet sitters!
#Person2#: That is exactly what I needed! What else do you have?
#Person1#: Well, I also have. . . | #Person2# at first is not interested in subscribing periodicals, but she changes her mind after hearing Mike's introduction. | periodicals subscriptions |
train_847 | #Person1#: Hey! Taxi.
#Person2#: Where are you heading, sir?
#Person1#: Capital Airport.
#Person2#: What's your flight time?
#Person1#: At 7:50.
#Person2#: I guess we should get there no later than 7:00.
#Person1#: How long is the ride from here then?
#Person2#: Well, since it's rush hour, I'd say the ride would take about thirty minutes, more or less. Is that okay?
#Person1#: Yes, that'll be fine. How much is this going to cost? | #Person1# takes #Person2#'s taxi to Capital Airport. They talk about how long it will take and how much it will cost. | take a taxi |
train_848 | #Person1#: Would you like to copy the EX files and pass me the copy? There are some figures I want to check.
#Person2#: Here is the copy. Do you need anything else?
#Person1#: Yes, I also need all the letters we received from them.
#Person2#: Do you mean all the sales letters from them?
#Person1#: Yes, that's right.
#Person2#: I'll get them for you at once. And could I file the report for you?
#Person1#: Yes, but I need the report copied on transparency paper.
#Person2#: No problem. | #Person2# helps #Person1# with some paperwork. | ask for files |
train_849 | #Person1#: Jenny, you look so strong, quite different from what you used to be. How I envy you!
#Person2#: I think you've heard the saying: 'A sound mind dwells in a sound body.' I have always tried my best to keep fit for both my study and work.
#Person1#: Right you are! Can you give me some tips as to how to keep fit?
#Person2#: To my mind, the best way to keep fit is to go in for sports.
#Person1#: What kind of sports do you participate in?
#Person2#: I go swimming once a week. I do this even in cold winter.
#Person1#: I used to swim in high school, but I don't have time anymore.
#Person2#: That's too bad. Exercise is really important for your health.
#Person1#: I know. I'm getting a little fat. I am short of breath when going upstairs.
#Person2#: That's a bad sign. I think you need more exercise. Well, I'm going swimming tonight. Do you want to go with me?
#Person1#: OK. I really need to get in shape again. | #Person1# admires Jenny's strong figure. Jenny gives #Person1# advice about keeping fit. They'll go swimming tonight. | keep fit |
train_850 | #Person1#: Good evening. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, please. I'd like some eggs.
#Person1#: Eggs? OK. How many?
#Person2#: A dozen, please.
#Person1#: Here you are. Anything else?
#Person2#: Yes. Do you have any green tea here?
#Person1#: Yes. How much do you want?
#Person2#: Could I have half a pound?
#Person1#: Certainly. Here you are.
#Person2#: How much altogether?
#Person1#: Let me see. One pound fifty, please.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person2# buys eggs and some green tea with #Person1#'s assistance. | shopping |
train_851 | #Person1#: Good morning, Mr. Carson, please?
#Person2#: I'm afraid Mr. Carson is at a very important meeting at the moment and cannot be disturbed. May I know who's calling?
#Person1#: Yes, this is Mr. Prince. I would like to talk to Mr. Carson today, if possible.
#Person2#: Well, I'm afraid the meeting won't finish until one o'clock and then he has a lunch appointment. If he has time, I can ask him to ring you before he leaves.
#Person1#: OK. I'd be grateful if you would.
#Person2#: Not at all. Mr. Prince. Could I take your telephone number and then I'll ask Mr. Carson to ring you as soon as he's free?
#Person1#: Yes, it's Hong Kong--68261427 extension 4036.
#Person2#: Hong Kong--68261427 extension 4036. Right. Perhaps he has no time to ring you this morning, but I will ask him to ring you as soon as he returns from lunch.
#Person1#: Thank you. | Mr. Prince phones for Mr. Carson. #Person2# tells him Mr. Carson isn't available and will ask Mr. Carson to ring him before Mr.Carson leaves. | phone call |
train_852 | #Person1#: Good morning! May I speak to Mr. Wang?
#Person2#: Yes, speaking.
#Person1#: Mr. Wang, this is Liu Li of the Hua Mei Company. There will be a fashion show on the 1st of May. I'd like to invite you and your photographic team to come here.
#Person2#: Marvelous! I'd love to. When will we arrive?
#Person1#: We will send you invitation cards and I will need to know the size of your team.
#Person2#: We have a total of 10.
#Person1#: Ok. Then I'll send you the cards. See you.
#Person2#: Thank you. Bye. | Liu Li of Hua Mei Company invites Mr. Wang and his team to a fashion show and asks the size of the team to send invitation cards. | Fashion Show |
train_853 | #Person1#: Hello?
#Person2#: Hello, Bob? This is Nancy. I got the invitation yesterday.
#Person1#: Oh, can you come?
#Person2#: Yes, I think so, but Tony can't. He's got to go to his parents' and help them work on their house this weekend.
#Person1#: Oh, that's too bad.
#Person2#: Uh, Bob. I won't have any transportation that night. Think somebody could give me a ride?
#Person1#: Oh, sure! There's a group of people coming who live near you. I'm sure one of them would be glad to. If that doesn't work out, I'll drive you.
#Person2#: Great! Thanks, Bob. Uh, what will people be wearing?
#Person1#: Oh, you needn't dress up. It's a fairly casual party. We'll be in the yard, you know.
#Person2#: Good. I can wear my new pants and sweater. Uh, what can I bring?
#Person1#: Well, a side dish would be good. There'll be plenty to drink.
#Person2#: OK, see you then.
#Person1#: Bye! | Nancy tells Bob that she needs transportation for the party. Bob will find transportation for her and tells her what to wear and what to bring. | party |
train_854 | #Person1#: I thought it was a great movie, so visually exciting.
#Person2#: I hate to admit it, but I jumped in my seat a few times, too.
#Person1#: The shark looked so real at times!
#Person2#: I guess recent advances in camera technology helped a lot. | #Person2# and #Person1# discuss how exciting the movie was. | movie |
train_855 | #Person1#: Hey, Lucy. Do you have some time to talk about next week's trip with me?
#Person2#: Sure, Dave.
#Person1#: OK. So, we're leaving on Monday from Hartsfield International Airport, and returning on Friday. Do we take ourselves to the airport? Maybe we need to book a taxi, or just go by bus.
#Person2#: No, we don't have to. The company car will pick us up and take us there.
#Person1#: Oh, that's good. When?
#Person2#: Our flight leaves at 11:00 a.m., so they should pick us up between 8:00 and 9:00 a.m. Besides, the company pays for our trip, including hotel and food.
#Person1#: How much will that be?
#Person2#: Well, New York is a pretty expensive city. So, each of us will get $200 a day.
#Person1#: Oh, OK. Thanks for telling me that.
#Person2#: You're welcome. | Lucy gives Dave the details of their trip next week. The company will take them to the airport and pay for the trip. | business trip |
train_856 | #Person1#: Hello, Jane. This is Peter speaking.
#Person2#: Hi, how are you?
#Person1#: Fine. And I've got some great news for you.
#Person2#: Really? What's it about?
#Person1#: I remember you are interested in watching golf games. The Houston Open will be running from May 26 to May 30. I'm sure you will be glad to watch the game.
#Person2#: Oh, that's great. But just a moment, let me check. Ah... It is a pity that I can't make it. I will be on business in China from May 25 to June 2.
#Person1#: Well, I'm sorry you have to be away on business then. Let me see. Another game, the US Open will be running from July 15 to July 18. How about that?
#Person2#: That's great. I will be on my holiday then. It would be wonderful if we could watch the game together. | Peter invites Jane to watch the Houston Open but Jane will be on business. Peter then invites her to the US open, and Jane gladly agrees. | golf tournaments |
train_857 | #Person1#: Customer Service. Anthony Grant speaking. How may I help you?
#Person2#: I can't believe this is happening. I called and ordered a 32-inch bag last Friday. But today I found that you sent a 24-inch one. I'm planning to use that bag during our vacation in Mexico. But it doesn't seem possible any more, because we'll take off on Saturday. It's only 2 days away. What am I supposed to do?
#Person1#: I'm really sorry, madam. I'll check right away. Would you please tell me your order number?
#Person2#: It's CE2938.
#Person1#: Just a minute. I do apologize, madam. There did seem to be a mistake. I'll have the correct size bag sent to you by overnight mail right away. It will arrive in time for your Saturday trip. Again I apologize for any inconvenience caused by our mistake. I promise it won't happen again.
#Person2#: OK, well. Thank you.
#Person1#: Thank you, madam, for choosing Lynch Mail. I hope you have a wonderful vacation. | #Person2# calls customer service because she received a bag in the wrong size which is for a trip only two days away. Anthony apologizes and will send the correct one overnight. | Customer Service |
train_858 | #Person1#: I think I'll get one of those new T-shirts, you know, with the school's logo on both the front and the back.
#Person2#: You'll regret it. They are expensive, and I've heard the printing fades easily when you wash them. | #Person1#'s considering getting a new T-shirt with #Person1#'s school's logo. #Person2# thinks #Person1# will regret it. | New T-shirts |
train_859 | #Person1#: Hi, Lily, how's your new flat?
#Person2#: It's great. I really like it.
#Person1#: How big is it?
#Person2#: It's one big room, but it has a bathroom and a small kitchen, too.
#Person1#: How far is it from the office.
#Person2#: It's only about 10 minutes.
#Person1#: 10 minutes by bus or by car?
#Person2#: On foot. I walked to work this morning. I was 10 minutes early.
#Person1#: You are lucky. I was 10 minutes late.
#Person2#: What happened
#Person1#: All the buses came late.
#Person2#: What did Susan say?
#Person1#: She was late too.
#Person2#: What happened to her?
#Person1#: She took the train, and it was late too.
#Person2#: Well then you're really lucky after all. But what are you going to do tomorrow.
#Person1#: I'll start 15 minutes earlier. | Lily tells #Person1# about her new flat which is 10 minutes' walk from her office. #Person1# says #Person1# was late for work, but luckily, Susan was late, too. | late for work |
train_860 | #Person1#: Who put this pile of magazines in my office?
#Person2#: Alice. She said you were going to take them back to the library.
#Person1#: Oh, that's right. She did ask me to take some magazines back for her. I completely forgot. | #Person2# reminds #Person1# that Alice asked #Person1# to take magazines back to the library. | daily casual talk |
train_861 | #Person1#: Movie box offices sales have been down almost 10 percent this summer. What happened?
#Person2#: Many things. Now they have more choices about how to spend their leisure time. DVD business certainly has effect on movie-going and obviously we need better quality of films and more entertaining ones.
#Person1#: How about movie theaters?
#Person2#: Most theaters today should be made more comfortable and cleaner. I hate to see the theater with stuff of garbage. I also think they should be better food available so that people feel good and enjoy there.
#Person1#: I've heard some people complain that Hollywood releases too late films a year. What's your opinion?
#Person2#: There are probably coining out on crowded days, in the summer and at Christmas time. But generally,there are films as we know. Well, personally, I think movies business today is still healthy and it's a great business too. Ever since everybody feels pretty good.
#Person1#: If you want to relax yourself to watch a movie at home, what would be your choice?
#Person2#: If I have to pick one, I choose to see the god father and the god father part n. I think these two are great films of all time. | #Person2# explains to #Person1# why movie box office sales are down, but #Person2# still thinks movies business is healthy and great. | Movies |
train_862 | #Person1#: Hello, sir. How many in your party?
#Person2#: Just myself. What is the rate?
#Person1#: OK, a single fare is $50 per right.
#Person2#: Fine. Do I have to show my passport?
#Person1#: No, it's not necessary. But you have to fill out this form.
#Person2#: Sure. | #Person2# pays for a single fare with #Person1#'s assistance. | check in |
train_863 | #Person1#: Look at you, you are so cute. Hey, does this guy have a name?
#Person2#: Yes, that's Hopper. We call him that because of how he likes to jump around and eat a lot of carrots.
#Person1#: He seems to be getting along with the other animals too.
#Person2#: All of the animals you see here have been rescued, and in most cases, they are separated from their mothers.They're all like brothers and sisters.
#Person1#: I have a dog and a cat at home. Do you think it would be too stressful for him?
#Person2#: Not at all. As long as your animals are well trained it shouldn't be a problem. You should get a cage for him, though.
#Person1#: Is he healthy? Or does he need to be taken to an animal doctor first?
#Person2#: He's 100% healthy.
#Person1#: I'll take him. Come here, hopper. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about an animal named Hopper and promises Hopper is healthy. #Person1# decides to take Hopper home. | adopt an animal |
train_864 | #Person1#: Hi Lucy, is there anything special today at school?
#Person2#: Hi dad, today, Maria asked if she could copy my math homework.
#Person1#: What did you tell her?
#Person2#: I said no, because that was cheating.
#Person1#: Good. I'm glad that you said no. She needs to do her own work.
#Person2#: She is smart, but I think she is just lazy. | Lucy tells her dad that she refused to let Maria copy her math homework. Her dad praises her. | daily casual talk |
train_865 | #Person1#: Thank you for calling the Hillside Gallery. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello. Is there a photography exhibition this weekend?
#Person1#: Yes, there is.
#Person2#: How much is the ticket?
#Person1#: Tickets for the gallery are 10 pounds and half price for children, but this includes the painting exhibitions, too. If you only want to see the photography exhibition, it's 7 pounds per person, with half price for children, too.
#Person2#: The gallery's on Flower Street, isn't it?
#Person1#: No, we moved to a different building last year. Our present address is 25 Gardenia Road. It's opposite to the Town Square.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Does the number 25 bus go by it?
#Person1#: Yes, but I suggest you not take a bus or drive here. You will be stuck in a traffic jam at weekends on this street. The underground is easy and fast.
#Person2#: OK. Thank you for your help. | #Person2# phones Hillside Gallery for information about a photography exhibition this weekend. #Person1# tells #Person2# about the ticket price and their address and recommends #Person2# to take the underground. | ask for information |
train_866 | #Person1#: Oh, I wish that bus would come! My feet are freezing. I suppose I've been here for 10 minutes or so.
#Person2#: That's long enough in the winter.
#Person1#: This morning the sun was shining!
#Person2#: But it started to snow one hour ago. They're still predicting 2 or 3 inches.
#Person1#: Well, I won't go into the office tomorrow. I'll just work from home.
#Person2#: What do you do?
#Person1#: I'm a lawyer. My office is around the corner.
#Person2#: Oh, I work in the same building, in that travel agency next to the lobby. I've seen you walk by several times. Stop in and have a cup of coffee sometime!
#Person1#: OK, thanks. | #Person1# and #Person2# are waiting for their bus and they talk about the weather and their work. | social casual talk |
train_867 | #Person1#: What kind of wine did you have sir?
#Person2#: We had red wine one bottle of the house wine.
#Person1#: Just a moment, I'll check with the waitress. All right, sir. I corrected the mistake.
#Person2#: I like to pay by check, do accept out of town checks?
#Person1#: Yes, do you have some identification?
#Person2#: I have my drivers license and two credit cards, is that alright?
#Person1#: Yes, that's fine. Ah, I see you're from Halifax. How do you like Montreal?
#Person2#: I think it's a marvelous city.
#Person1#: How long are you going to be here?
#Person2#: For 3 more days until Tuesday. We arrived 2 days ago.
#Person1#: I hope you enjoy your visit here.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person1# corrects a mistake in #Person2#'s bill. #Person2# shows his identification and pays by check. They talk about #Person2#'s stay in Montreal. | pay the bill |
train_868 | #Person1#: Do you know Sammo Hung, a Mister Rice kind?
#Person2#: Of course, he is now 56 years old, and he started studying aerobics, singing, dancing and Kung Fu at the age of 9, and has starred in 140 Kung Fu films. He has also become an independent producer and director.
#Person1#: You know only what aspect of him. Do you know what he could do in the kitchen?
#Person2#: I have no idea, tell me.
#Person1#: In the kitchen with his wife by his side. He still puts on quite a dinner time show.
#Person2#: What does he do there?
#Person1#: Imagine a big cook cutting vegetables on fast forward, picture a man making the fry, throwing the mixture up in the air and then catching it every last bit in his frying pan, and his cooking motto is 'enjoy the moment'. If you want to know how they cook, visit www. studioclassroom. com. tw for the recipe. | #Person1# advertises a website to #Person2# by quoting the example of Sammo Hung. | advertisement |
train_869 | #Person1#: Excuse me, is this seat taken?
#Person2#: No, I don't think so.
#Person1#: Thanks. I am waiting for the train at 9:00 o'clock to Shanghai. Where will you go?
#Person2#: What a coincidence! We are on the same train.
#Person1#: Really? What is your seat number?
#Person2#: No.5 on the second row, and you?
#Person1#: I am on the third row No.10.
#Person2#: Could you please keep an eye on my luggage? I want to go to the washroom.
#Person1#: No problem.
#Person2#: Thank you so much. | #Person2# and #Person1# find out they will be on the same train. #Person2# wants to go to the bathroom and requests #Person1# to keep an eye on #Person2#'s luggage. | Train |
train_870 | #Person1#: Come on, Dad. The shops will be closed if we don't hurry.
#Person2#: Don't worry and the shops are open until midnight on Christmas Eve.
#Person1#: Yes, but it will take us a long time to find a car park and it will be midnight before we choose a present for mother. Plus, we don't know what to buy for her. Maybe a hat.
#Person2#: No, she is already had so many hats.
#Person1#: Well, maybe a box of chocolates.
#Person2#: But she never eats them. Anything else is OK. You know, she will be satisfied with what you buy for her. | #Person1# and #Person1#'s dad are on the way to the shops to get a Chrismas gift for #Person1#'s mother and they discuss what to buy. | Chrismas gift |
train_871 | #Person1#: Do you eat a lot of healthy food?
#Person2#: Compared with healthy food, unhealthy food just tastes so much better. And anyway, I believe if you live a low stress Life and are active, you can get away with eating whatever you like. It's all in the mind.
#Person1#: You have the point. I think cancer is caused by more worry than by the things we consume. Some good things you should try are cranberry juice, wild rice and yoghurt.
#Person2#: What's special about these things?
#Person1#: Cranberry juice is very good for destroying harmful bacteria in your guts because it's very acidic. Wild rice is high in fibre so it's good for your guts and it's high in protein and minerals-I think it's also tastier than normal rice. Yoghurt's good because it's also rich in protein, vitamins and is also acidic. People have been making yoghurt for thousands of years and if you have it every day, your guts will be much more settled.
#Person2#: Thanks. I'm going to follow your advice and pop down to the supermarket right now. | #Person1# and #Person2# both think cancer is caused by more worry than food. #Person1#suggests eating cranberry juice, wild rice and yoghurt because they have rich proteins. #Person2# will try them. | keep healthy |
train_872 | #Person1#: This is our Submission of Tender which includes the information about volume of the project, the cost and so on.
#Person2#: OK! We'll see it.
#Person1#: What kind of guarantee are you going to provide for us?
#Person2#: We can provide you with standby letter of credit established by Bank of China.
#Person1#: Should we pay earnest money?
#Person2#: Yes, you are supposed to pay it on time. If you don't furnish a tender bond on time, your tender will not be considered. Besides, you also should provide derailed engineering of the good.
#Person1#: Where do we submit the tender?
#Person2#: To our office which is on the third floor.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. By the way, is tender-opening done publicly?
#Person2#: Yes. All the bidders will be invited to join us to supervise the tender-opening.
#Person1#: And are the prices stated in the US dollar?
#Person2#: Yes, so far as we know, in the field, your company has lots of experience and we hope you will consider the tender seriously.
#Person1#: OK! We will. Bye!
#Person2#: Bye! | #Person1# shows #Person2# the Submission of Tender. #Person2# tells #Person1# they can provide #Person1# with a standby letter and #Person1# should pay earnest money and submit the tender to their office with the tender-opening done publicly. | business talk |
train_873 | #Person1#: So what do you think of my new dress?
#Person2#: I think it ' s great! I really like the color, and it goes really well with your eyes. I ' Ve actually been eyeing that dress at Maxine ' s for a while now, but I wasn ' t sure I could afford ninety-five dollars for a dress at the moment.
#Person1#: Um, ninety-five dollars?
#Person2#: Yes, that ' s the price they were advertising it at. I was hoping it might go on sale soon. Why, how much did you pay for it?
#Person1#: I bought it for one hundred and forty-five dollars at Helen ' s Boutique. I didn ' t know I could get it cheaper somewhere else.
#Person2#: Of course! Everything at Helen ' s is overpriced, and they sell things that you can find at almost every other clothing store! Why didn ' t you shop around?
#Person1#: I don ' t know, I just saw the dress and thought about how pretty it looks and how much I wanted it. I guess I was too impulsive. | #Person2# compliments #Person1#'s dress, but #Person2# finds #Person1# bought the dress overpriced at Helen's Boutique and should have shopped around. #Person1# thinks #Person1# is too impulsive to buy the dress. | shopping |
train_874 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, Peace restaurant, may I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to reserve a table for two, my wife and I.
#Person1#: Yes, sir. What time would you like, sir?
#Person2#: I'm not sure. Perhaps around 8 PM.
#Person1#: Fine, a reserve a table for two at 8 PM, sir, may I have your name, please?
#Person2#: Juliet, Juliet Berman.
#Person1#: Thank you, Mr.Berman. and you prefer smoking or non-smoking?
#Person2#: Non-smoking will be fine, please. But it is more important that you get a table by the window. It's our anniversary, and I'd like to be very special.
#Person1#: I'll try my best. With a toward to having with this tonight, Mr.Berman.
#Person2#: Thank you, goodbye.
#Person1#: Goodbye, and have a nice day. | Juliet Berman reserves a non-smoking table for two at 8 PM, and #Person1# will try to get a table by the window. | restaurant reservation |
train_875 | #Person1#: Hello, Parker. How ' s everything?
#Person2#: Can ' t complain. And you?
#Person1#: Business is booming. I understand you want to meet up with me next week. How ' s your schedule looking?
#Person2#: Let me see. I can come out and see you first thing Wednesday.
#Person1#: Great. | #Person1# and Parker will meet each other next Wednesday. | plan to meet |
train_876 | #Person1#: You are looking really healthy lately. What are you doing differently?
#Person2#: Thank you for noticing! I've been making a few lifestyle changes over the past year.
#Person1#: Tell me about it. I'm interested.
#Person2#: Well, it all started when my brother challenged me to quit smoking.
#Person1#: Ha! That's right. You used to smoke. I forgot!
#Person2#: When I kicked that habit, I found I had so much more energy. I started exercising.
#Person1#: At the gym?
#Person2#: No. I like to be outside. I took up hiking and mountain biking. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s been making lifestyle changes including quitting smoking and starting exercising, so #Person2# looks healthy. | lifestyle changes |
train_877 | #Person1#: How did you find your apartment?
#Person2#: You can check on the bulletin boards at school for local housing.
#Person1#: What if I need a roommate?
#Person2#: There are websites that can hook you up with a roommate.
#Person1#: How much do apartments cost around here?
#Person2#: It depends on what you want. Do you want a one - or two-bedroom apartment?
#Person1#: I just need a one-bedroom apartment.
#Person2#: That will probably cost you around twelve hundred dollars a month.
#Person1#: Would you come with me to look at apartments?
#Person2#: I would be happy to look at apartments with you. | #Person2# tells #Person1# to check the bulletin board and websites for housing information. Then #Person1# invites #Person2# to look at the apartments. | apartment information |
train_878 | #Person1#: Hey, Jeff, where's your stereo?
#Person2#: I needed some money, so I hocked it last week.
#Person1#: You must have been really hurting for cash to have done that.
#Person2#: I had just enough money to make ends meet until payday. Then last Wednesday I received a phone bill to the tune of $ 195. 00. I hit the ceiling when I saw that.
#Person1#: It sounds like you weren't expecting that.
#Person2#: I'd forgotten that my brother had used my phone earlier this month to call his girlfriend. He forgot to mention that she happened to be in New York at the time 3000 miles away.
#Person1#: Well, if you need some money to tide you over until payday, I can loan you some.
#Person2#: Thanks, but tomorrow's payday I can make until then. Thanks any-way. | Jeff can barely make ends meet because his brother used his phone and the phone bill is high. #Person1#'s willing to loan him some money but Jeff refuses. | hurting for money |
train_879 | #Person1#: How are the children doing at sport?
#Person2#: I'm very pleased with their performances. Timmy can cover the 100 meters in 12 seconds. That's very fast for a kid his age.
#Person1#: He's not very good at the long jump though, is he?
#Person2#: He's not bad. He can jump a distance of over four meters. I think he just prefers running to jumping. Jimmy's very good at the high jump. He can jump over two meters. Again, that's fine for someone hi
#Person1#: Two meters? That means that the high jump bar is above his head! Are any of them good at long-distance running?
#Person2#: The longest race we run is the 1500 meters. A few of the boys and one girls can do it in less than five minutes.
#Person1#: How are they at swimming?
#Person2#: They're ok. I ask them to swim 500 meters each day. That's 20 lengths of the swimming pool. They're not very fast, but that's ok. I just want them to build their strength up and keep in shape.
#Person1#: Kate is very good at diving from a height of 10 meters.
#Person2#: I'd be afraid to jump from that height!
#Person1#: I think that these kinds haven't learnt to be afraid yet. She started diving from a lower height, but she soon wanted to go higher.
#Person2#: It seems that they really enjoy to go faster, higher and further. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the kids' sports performances are satisfying. Timmy can run fast; Jimmy is good at the high jump; Kate is good at diving. #Person1# and #Person2# think the kids enjoy to go faster, higher and further. | sport performances |
train_880 | #Person1#: Hello?
#Person2#: Hi, Randy. What are you going to do this weekend?
#Person1#: I'Ve no idea. Nothing really.
#Person2#: How about going hunting with me?
#Person1#: Wonderful.
#Person2#: Okay. I'll pick you up around 6
#Person1#: I'll be ready. | #Person2# invites Randy to go hunting and Randy agrees. | hunting invitation |
train_881 | #Person1#: Can you believe the headlines?
#Person2#: What are you reading?
#Person1#: I'm reading about Michael Milliken, the Bond King.
#Person2#: Didn't he sell worthless stocks to people or something? He got arrested for that, didn't he?
#Person1#: He got arrested all right.
#Person2#: If I remember, he got off with a light sentence. Something like three years in a minimum-security prison.
#Person1#: Yup, that's him. He made millions of dollars selling bonds to people and ended up with a pile of cash when they became useless.
#Person2#: I think the government fined him a small amount, and he kept the rest in his foreign bank accounts. He's still a millionaire.
#Person1#: That's the kind of thing in America that gets me mad. Some guy pulls off a stock scheme and makes millions while spending the bare minimum sentence in jail.
#Person2#: I know. And some poor guy that robs a liquor store makes $ 500 at most and ends up in jail for five to ten years.
#Person1#: Yup, you got it. Criminals in America do a lot better if they're white-collar thieves.
#Person2#: So what's Michael Milliken up to these days?
#Person1#: He's giving lectures on business at colleges. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about Michael Milliken who sold worthless stock to people but got away with a light sentence and is still a millionaire. They're angry that white-collar thieves end up a lot better than some poor robbers. | discuss crimes |
train_882 | #Person1#: I really want to switch things up.
#Person2#: What were you thinking?
#Person1#: I think I want to try a new style.
#Person2#: What would you like me to do?
#Person1#: I want you to cut my hair shorter.
#Person2#: How short?
#Person1#: I want my hair to be only a few inches long.
#Person2#: Do you really want it that short?
#Person1#: Yes, I've been wanting it short for a while now.
#Person2#: If you really want me to, then I'll do it.
#Person1#: I'm absolutely sure that this is what I want.
#Person2#: Let's do it. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to cut #Person1#'s hair a lot shorter to try a new style. | cut hair |
train_883 | #Person1#: May I ask what the name is the girl?
#Person2#: Which one?
#Person1#: The tallest one.
#Person2#: She is Miao Li. She's come here to see her brother.
#Person1#: Oh, it's so. She looks very lovely. Could you give me some else information on her?
#Person2#: OK. She's a costume designer and works in a garment mill.
#Person1#: How do you think about her?
#Person2#: She looks very beautiful. She is a nice girl.
#Person1#: I'm wondering if she has boyfriend.
#Person2#: No, she hasn't.
#Person1#: Great! Thank you very much. | #Person1# asks #Person2# some information about a lovely girl. #Person2# tells #Person1# her name, work and she hasn't a boyfriend. | describe a person |
train_884 | #Person1#: Mr. Lee, I was wondering if you and your wife had plans for next Friday night?
#Person2#: Yes, I think we might be free. What did you have in mind?
#Person1#: I've mailed a formal written invitation to your home inviting you to a dinner party at my home.
#Person2#: That sounds great. Is it casual?
#Person1#: Actually, we thought it would be fun to have a formal sit-down dinner for the holidays.
#Person2#: That sounds good. It will give my wife a chance to dress up.
#Person1#: Yes, we've invited four other couples, so it should be a good mix of people.
#Person2#: That sounds wonderful. Will there be anyone there that I know?
#Person1#: Oh yes, everyone we are inviting is from our company.
#Person2#: Great! I'll look forward to it. We'll make sure and check the mail for our invitation. | #Person1# invites Mr. Lee and his wife to #Person1#'s formal sit-down dinner, and everyone else invited is also from their company. Mr. Lee looks forward to it. | dinner invitation |
train_885 | #Person1#: I really like my debate class.
#Person2#: Do you think you'll be interested in studying law later?
#Person1#: I've entertained the idea. But I'm I leaning more toward politics.
#Person2#: You want to be a politician? Yuck.
#Person1#: That's not like you to generalize.
#Person2#: Sorry, you're right. I think you'll be a good politician.
#Person1#: I think I can do a lot of good for our country.
#Person2#: You're right. We need more people like you in politics. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# wants to be a politician, and #Person2# thinks it's great. | future career |
train_886 | #Person1#: Hi, do you have any tickets for the show tonight?
#Person2#: Sorry, it's all sold out.
#Person1#: Well, do you have any for tomorrow?
#Person2#: We have tickets for the matinee. It starts at 3p. m.
#Person1#: Ok. I'll take it.
#Person2#: Where would you like to sit?
#Person1#: Do you have anything in the middle section? I want a good view, but sitting too close hurts my eyes.
#Person2#: Certainly. | #Person2# helps #Person1# buy a ticket in the middle section for the matinee tomorrow. | buy a ticket |
train_887 | #Person1#: I've read your report, and I'm not sure I agree with you. You think you can get attendance improved by requiring salaried employees to take their all of their sick days?
#Person2#: That's right. I know it must sound crazy to you, but we believe there will be fewer absences this way.
#Person1#: We give them 10 or 15 sick days per year. Surely requiring people to take them couldn't possibly help. It sounds like a counter - productive policy change to me.
#Person2#: Right now, we have incentives encouraging employees to come to work as often as possible. But employees with colds and the flu are coming to work and infecting their colleagues.
#Person1#: I see. So our current policies are encouraging sick people to come to work, resulting in more sick employees.
#Person2#: That's right. If sick days were mandatory, sick people would stay home. We wouldn't have these company-wide epidemics.
#Person1#: Let's give it a shot! | #Person2# thinks attendance can be improved by requiring sick employees stay home so that they won't infect others. #Person1# doesn't understand at first but then #Person1# decides to try it. | business advice |
train_888 | #Person1#: Bobby! Come here, look what I got you!
#Person2#: What is that?
#Person1#: A chess board! Daddy is going to teach you how to play!
#Person2#: Cool!
#Person1#: Ok, each player gets 16 pieces. You can be the white ones and I'll play with the black pieces. Now in the front, you set up the pawns. Those are the least valuable pieces and can only move one space forward. When you are about to capture another piece, it can move one space diagonally.
#Person2#: What about all these other pieces?
#Person1#: See this one that looks like a tower? It's called the rook. The one with the tall hat is called the bishop. See this little horsey? This is called the knight, it's a very important piece so it's best to not let your opponent capture it.
#Person2#: And these two? They are husband and wife?
#Person1#: That's right! That's the queen and that's the king. If the other player captures your king, he will say ' Check Mate ' and the game is over! Doesn't this sound fun?
#Person2#: Nah! This is boring! I'm gonna go play Killer Zombies on my PlayStation! | #Person1# gives Bobby a chess board and introduces all the pieces in chess to teach him how to play. #Person1# tells Bobby the game rules but he doesn't feel interested. | chess rules |
train_889 | #Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I would like to place an order for toner cartridges. We have a standing agreement with you company, so we will need the same amount as last time.
#Person1#: Let me key in your information into my computer. I will pull up our records for you. Do you have an order number? What name is the order listed under?
#Person2#: It should be under Leslie Smith. The number is 184796 A.
#Person1#: Yes, Mr. Smith. I have an order for three cases of cartridges, it that what you would like to refill?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Is there the correct billing address?
#Person2#: No, PLS post the bill to 124 Hildrod Lane, Milton County, 98830.
#Person1#: I will send you an invoice in the next few days. Your order should be delivered before the end of the day on Monday.
#Person2#: Thank you. | Mr. Smith has a standing agreement with #Person1#'s company, so #Person1# helps Mr. Smith place an order for toner cartridges the same amount as last time. | place an order |
train_890 | #Person1#: why are there still so many people overweight despite the current fitness craze?
#Person2#: well, there are certain factors that effect people's size and weight.
#Person1#: what are they?
#Person2#: one study said that low-income groups have a higher percentage of over-weight people than higher income families.
#Person1#: why?
#Person2#: the survey said that the low, income groups eat more junk food on a daily basis.
#Person1#: that makes sense. Probably less time to make dinner and the junk food is cheaper.
#Person2#: and junk food contains lots of fat and oil. There is one final reason why so many people are fat.
#Person1#: what's that?
#Person2#: nobody exercises anymore-not even kids! The average american home has the TV on for 6 hours a day!
#Person1#: wow! No wonder people are so fat. Say, Carl, looks like you could be doing a bit more exercising.
#Person2#: yeah, I guess so.
#Person1#: you should consider eating healthier food and getting some more exercise.
#Person2#: hey, I started a diet and lost 10 pounds.
#Person1#: so what happened?
#Person2#: well, I quit and gained it back plus 5 pounds.
#Person1#: you should have kept trying. | Carl tells #Person1# low-income people are more likely to get fat because they eat more junk food. #Person1# suggests Carl should eat healthier food and exercise more, and Carl says he started a diet but quitted. | discuss obesity |
train_891 | #Person1#: What separates your product from the competition?
#Person2#: Our product features inventory tracking software, which continuously updates and tracks your inventory on a real-time basis.
#Person1#: Is the software user-friendly?
#Person2#: Yes it is very easy to use and each system installation comes with a 3 - day employee training seminar.
#Person1#: Is this training part of the package or will it cost extra?
#Person2#: Our quoted price includes the software system, installation, 3 day training seminar and ongoing troubleshooting. There are no hidden costs. | #Person2# tells #Person1# their product features inventory tracking software and has a training seminar without any hidden costs. | product introduction |
train_892 | #Person1#: Good evening, ma'am. Table for one?
#Person2#: Yes, please.
#Person1#: Will this table be all right?
#Person2#: Actually, I'd like a booth by the window if that's possible.
#Person1#: Certainly. How about this one?
#Person2#: This will be fine, thanks.
#Person1#: ( Handing her a menu ) Your waiter will be here in a minute to take your order.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person1# helps #Person2# find a table by the window for dinner. | restaurant service |
train_893 | #Person1#: Don't you feel a little strange taking the place of your old boss after he was demoted?
#Person2#: Yes, at first I felt very awkward. After Bill was demoted and then resigned, it was kind of like somebody died! I mean the atmosphere in the office was like a funeral parlor or something. And then I was afraid people would look at me as a traitor for filling in his spot when the management asked me to. . .
#Person1#: Did they mutiny?
#Person2#: Thankful, no. I guess everyone understands the opportunity I had to step into a leadership role is so great for my career. I'm really moving up the ladder now that I'm considered a supervisor. After a couple weeks, it was like nothing happened.
#Person1#: It is a really good chance for you to get more exposure at work. supervisors get to take the credit for all the hard work of the people under them.
#Person2#: Yeah, and they also take the blame, that's what happened to my old boss. . . | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# felt awkward when taking the place of the old boss after he was demoted. But now everything is fine and people consider #Person2# as a supervisor. | work discussion |
train_894 | #Person1#: I'm free on Sunday. I'd like to take a look in Beijing City, could you tell me where to go?
#Person2#: Sure, no problem. I'll ring to have a city tour. on sunday morning we can go to the Great Wall, then we can go to the summer palace in the afternoon. In the evening we can have typical dinner in restaurant in Beijing. Quanjude, a restaurant serving roast ducks. However if you don't like above trips, we can go some famous places outside of Beijing.
#Person1#: Any place will be fine. you make the decision.
#Person2#: What time shall we start?
#Person1#: I will pick you up at your hotel at eight in the morning.
#Person2#: Ok, then see you in sunday morning. | #Person1# invites #Person2# to take a look in Beijing City together. #Person2# suggests going to the Great Wall, the summer palace, and Quanjude. | city tour |
train_895 | #Person1#: May I see your boarding pass?
#Person2#: Here you go.
#Person1#: 48C. It's on your left hand side.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Please fasten your seat belt, miss.
#Person2#: Oops! I forgot.
#Person1#: Also, please place your carry-on luggage either under your seat or in the overhead compartment.
#Person2#: I think I'll put my bag in the overhead compartment.
#Person1#: Allow me to give you a hand. | #Person1# helps #Person2# get aboard and put the bag in the compartment. | get aboard |
train_896 | #Person1#: I would love to rent out your apartment.
#Person2#: That's great.
#Person1#: How much is the rent?
#Person2#: The rent each month is $ 1050.
#Person1#: That's a lot of money.
#Person2#: Did you have a better price in mind?
#Person1#: What about $ 800?
#Person2#: That's way too low.
#Person1#: I can't pay much more than that.
#Person2#: How about $ 900 a month?
#Person1#: That would be fine.
#Person2#: Great. It was a pleasure doing business with you. | #Person1# and #Person2# bargain on the rent. They finally agree #Person1# pays #Person2# $900 a month. | bargain |
train_897 | #Person1#: Do you like shopping?
#Person2#: Yeah. I go shopping once a week
#Person1#: Why don't you do your shopping at home?
#Person2#: What do you mean? I can't understand.
#Person1#: I mean you can buy things through the Internet, that is E-commerce.
#Person2#: Really? That's unbelievable. | #Person1# advises #Person2# to buy things online, and #Person2# thinks it's unbelievable. | online shopping |
train_898 | #Person1#: What are you going to do with that vase, Penny?
#Person2#: I'm going to put it on this table, Sam.
#Person1#: Don't do that. Give it to me.
#Person2#: What are you going to do with it?
#Person1#: I'm going to put it here, in front of the window.
#Person2#: Be careful. Don't drop it! Don't put it there, Sam. Put it here, on this shelf.
#Person1#: There we are! It's a lovely vase.
#Person2#: Those flowers are lovely, too. | Penny and Sam are discussing where to put the vase, and they finally put it on the shelf. | place a vase |
train_899 | #Person1#: Hello. I want to purchase an old music box.
#Person2#: We have a good variety. What decade would you like?
#Person1#: I was hoping I could find something made in the'20s.
#Person2#: There are six on this table.
#Person1#: I hope at least one of them has dancing figures.
#Person2#: Many people like the dancing figures. Two of our boxes have the figures.
#Person1#: So hard to choose. I think I'll take this one.
#Person2#: That one will bring you many hours of pleasure.
#Person1#: Does a warranty come with this music box?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, but if it breaks down, you're on your own.
#Person1#: I just thought I would ask.
#Person2#: When you buy a Model T, you can't expect a warranty. | #Person1# chooses an old music box with dancing figures from #Person2#, and #Person2# tells #Person1# there is no warranty. | shopping |