niryuu/sni-each-converted huggingface dataset:
F: Hi, Tony. Have you finished reading these articles? ,M: Yes, but my eyes feel uncomfortable after staring at the computer screen for hours. ,F: I've read an article about eye problems recently. It says that people usually blink less when they use computer, so they may always feel tired and dry after using computers. ,M: That is what I am doing. And I am suffering from dry eyes. ,F: It is so common for people who have eye problems. ,M: But what does it have to do with the computer? ,F: The article found that people blink 22 times a minute in average when relaxed, but just 7 times a minute while staring at things on a computer screen. ,M: Really? That's quite a difference. ,F: Yeah, so you need to blink your eyes and take a break from the computer. ,M: I wonder if I drops will make me feel better. ,F: That might help. But the best way is to take a break and rest your eyes. ,M: OK. Let's go have a cup of tea. I can finish this later tonight.
(A) F: No, I think you should do it tomorrow. You should avoid using computers. (B) F: Ok, thank you, you not only should take a break and rest but also need to keep your eyes dry. (C) F: Just a minute! I do not quite follow what you are saying, would you mind repeating that? (D) F: And when you are free,you should close eyes often and avoid blinking your eyes.
Output: C
F: Hi, Tony. Have you finished reading these articles? ,M: Yes, but my eyes feel uncomfortable after staring at the computer screen for hours. ,F: I've read an article about eye problems recently. It says that people usually blink less when they use computer, so they may always feel tired and dry after using computers. ,M: That is what I am doing. And I am suffering from dry eyes. ,F: It is so common for people who have eye problems. ,M: But what does it have to do with the computer? ,F: The article found that people blink 22 times a minute in average when relaxed, but just 7 times a minute while staring at things on a computer screen. ,M: Really? That's quite a difference. ,F: Yeah, so you need to blink your eyes and take a break from the computer. ,M: I wonder if I drops will make me feel better. ,F: That might help. But the best way is to take a break and rest your eyes. ,M: OK. Let's go have a cup of tea. I can finish this later tonight.
(A) F: Don't worry. Let's keep on reading first. (B) F: Ok, you'll feel better after having some tea. (C) F: Ok, you can stare at the computer screen while we are drinking tea. (D) F: I’m sorry, I didn’t catch that. Would you mind speaking more slowly?
Output: B
M: Wow, this dance is surely cool. There are so many people here. Uh, what's your name? ,F: Susan, Susan Dawes. You really don't know who I am? You sit behind me in geography class. ,M: Oh yeah, you're right. I guess I'm just used to looking at the back of your head, not your face. ,F: Are you OK? You're so nervous. ,M: I'm sorry for my strange behavior. I don't know why I pretended I didn't know who you were. I just didn't know how to start the conversation.
(A) F: It's okay, you behaved cool just now. (B) F: So every time you don't know how to start a conversation, you behave awkward, right? (C) F: Never mind, you are polite. (D) F: I’m sorry, I didn’t catch that. Would you mind speaking more slowly?
Output: B
M: Wow, this dance is surely cool. There are so many people here. Uh, what's your name? ,F: Susan, Susan Dawes. You really don't know who I am? You sit behind me in geography class. ,M: Oh yeah, you're right. I guess I'm just used to looking at the back of your head, not your face. ,F: Are you OK? You're so nervous. ,M: I'm sorry for my strange behavior. I don't know why I pretended I didn't know who you were. I just didn't know how to start the conversation.
(A) F: I am really sorry, I did not catch that. Would you slow down, please? (B) F: So every time you don't know what else to say when you first see someone, you ask their names, right? (C) F: That’s OK. Many people will ask other people’s names at first when they don't know what to say. (D) F: It's normal that you didn't realize that you knew me already. We have never had class together.
Output: C
M: Wow, this dance is surely cool. There are so many people here. Uh, what's your name? ,F: Susan, Susan Dawes. You really don't know who I am? You sit behind me in geography class. ,M: Oh yeah, you're right. I guess I'm just used to looking at the back of your head, not your face. ,F: Are you OK? You're so nervous. ,M: I'm sorry for my strange behavior. I don't know why I pretended I didn't know who you were. I just didn't know how to start the conversation. ,F: That's OK. It's refreshing to talk to somebody who's actually honest for once. So, do you like this music? ,M: Not really. I prefer rock and roll mostly, but I like to listen to blues when I'm alone. Anything but this pop stuff.
(A) F: I am really sorry, I did not catch that. Would you slow down, please? (B) F: Although I like blues, I don't like this one playing at the dance. (C) F: When I'm alone I like to listen to rock and roll, just like you. But this pop playing at the dance sounds good. (D) F: Yeah, the pop playing at the dance doesn't sound good.
Output: D
F: So how's your new job going, David? ,M: It's going really well. I started 2 months ago and it's great. ,F: Which countries are you flying to? ,M: Mostly those in South America.
(A) F: I'm very happy that you're used to this job on the plane. I was a little worried when you first started a month ago. (B) F: So you do like your work on the plane, don't you? (C) F: Excuse me, could you repeat the question? (D) F: Does that mean the restaurant you work in South America?
Output: B
F: So how's your new job going, David? ,M: It's going really well. I started 2 months ago and it's great. ,F: Which countries are you flying to? ,M: Mostly those in South America. ,F: Do you have time to look around different cities? ,M: I'm too tired after we land.
(A) F: I’m sorry, I didn’t understand. Could you repeat a little louder, please? (B) F: Although you said the job was tiring, I still envy you. (C) F: So, as you said, you're not only not tired but also very well paid, right? (D) F: Although you are very tired in this job, you just started it a month ago and it will be all right in the future.
Output: B
M: Ma'am! You forgot your phone. ,F: Oh, thanks. I couldn't live without this little thing. ,M: I know what you mean. It is of great significance to you. So, did you enjoy your dinner?
(A) F: Oh, yes. It's strange. I never forget my phone anywhere. (B) F: Oh, yes, I want to thank you again. The phone is extremely important to me. (C) F: I’m sorry, I didn’t understand. Could you repeat a little louder, please? (D) F: Oh, yes. I really enjoy the service with my phone.
Output: B
F: Sunrise Hotel. Good morning. ,M: Hello, my name's John Griffin. I'd like to make a booking for tonight please. ,F: OK. What kind of room do you want? ,M: Well, I'm on a business trip. So I only need a single room.
(A) F: Ok, you are going on a holiday and want to book a single room, right? (B) F: Ok, I see. You need a single room for yourself on this business trip. (C) F: I didn’t hear you. Please could you tell me again? (D) F: Now that you are going there for study, I will book a quiet room for you.
Output: B
F: Sunrise Hotel. Good morning. ,M: Hello, my name's John Griffin. I'd like to make a booking for tonight please. ,F: OK. What kind of room do you want? ,M: Well, I'm on a business trip. So I only need a single room. ,F: Let's look. Yes, there is one left. Shall I book it for you?
(A) M: Ok, please book that single room for me. Thank you. (B) M: Ok, thank you, a double room is exactly what I need. (C) M: Excuse me, could you repeat the question? (D) M: Since there are still many single rooms, please reserve a good one for me.
Output: A
F: Sunrise Hotel. Good morning. ,M: Hello, my name's John Griffin. I'd like to make a booking for tonight please. ,F: OK. What kind of room do you want? ,M: Well, I'm on a business trip. So I only need a single room. ,F: Let's look. Yes, there is one left. Shall I book it for you? ,M: Yes, please. I went to a conference and I've stayed in your hotel twice last year. ,F: That's great, so what's your name again, please? ,M: John Griffin. That's John Griffin. ,F: That's OK. And what time can we expect you tonight? Mister Griffin. ,M: Well, the plane lands at 9:15 PM, so by the time I get there, I'll be hungry. Is the restaurant open then? ,F: I'm afraid not, Mister Griffin. Can I arrange to have a snack left in your room, a burger, fries, a sandwich? ,M: Yes, that would be great. How about a cheese sandwich with fries. ,F: No problem, sir. I'll see to that. Oh, the fries might be cold by the time you arrive.
(A) M: Even so, I still want to have dinner in my room. (B) M: In that case, I will have dinner in the restaurant. (C) M: I am sorry. You spoke so rapidly that I did not catch the meaning of what you said. Could you repeat that? (D) M: It's ok, eating burger with fries in the room will be good.
Output: A
F: Sunrise Hotel. Good morning. ,M: Hello, my name's John Griffin. I'd like to make a booking for tonight please. ,F: OK. What kind of room do you want? ,M: Well, I'm on a business trip. So I only need a single room. ,F: Let's look. Yes, there is one left. Shall I book it for you? ,M: Yes, please. I went to a conference and I've stayed in your hotel twice last year. ,F: That's great, so what's your name again, please? ,M: John Griffin. That's John Griffin. ,F: That's OK. And what time can we expect you tonight? Mister Griffin. ,M: Well, the plane lands at 9:15 PM, so by the time I get there, I'll be hungry. Is the restaurant open then? ,F: I'm afraid not, Mister Griffin. Can I arrange to have a snack left in your room, a burger, fries, a sandwich? ,M: Yes, that would be great. How about a cheese sandwich with fries. ,F: No problem, sir. I'll see to that. Oh, the fries might be cold by the time you arrive. ,M: Aah, yes, just the sandwich then.
(A) F: Ok, I'll prepare a cheese sandwich for you in advance. (B) F: I am really sorry, I did not catch that. Would you slow down, please? (C) F: Ok, a cheese sandwich will be offered to you in your double room. (D) F: Ok, a burger with chips will be prepared for you by the time you arrive
Output: A
F: Hello, who's that? ,M: Hello, Mrs Black. I'm David. I'm coming to fix your TV set. ,F: Oh, come in please.
(A) M: I'm here to show you my novel. (B) M: I’m sorry, I didn’t catch that. Would you mind speaking more slowly? (C) M: Where is the TV you want to repair? (D) M: I'm not a repairman.
Output: C
F: Hello, who's that? ,M: Hello, Mrs Black. I'm David. I'm coming to fix your TV set. ,F: Oh, come in please. ,M: But where is the TV? In the living room? ,F: No, not this one. This way please. It is laid in the bedroom. The old one which we bought when we got married. ,M: Oh, let me turn it on. Yes, it's really a little old, the scene is not clear. Why not change it? ,F: Well, it can mark the old days so I'd like to keep it. Can you help me make it better? ,M: Sure, I'll try my best. Perhaps it needs a new kinescope. Please wait for a moment.
(A) F: Well. I don't want to save money. I'm going to buy a new TV set. (B) F: OK. That new TV set helps me to remember the old days. (C) F: Just a minute! I do not quite follow what you are saying, would you mind repeating that? (D) F: Well. It can decorate the living room.
Output: C
F: Hello, who's that? ,M: Hello, Mrs Black. I'm David. I'm coming to fix your TV set. ,F: Oh, come in please. ,M: But where is the TV? In the living room? ,F: No, not this one. This way please. It is laid in the bedroom. The old one which we bought when we got married. ,M: Oh, let me turn it on. Yes, it's really a little old, the scene is not clear. Why not change it? ,F: Well, it can mark the old days so I'd like to keep it. Can you help me make it better? ,M: Sure, I'll try my best. Perhaps it needs a new kinescope. Please wait for a moment. ,F: Aha, a miracle happened. Thank you so much, Mister David. ,M: It's my pleasure.
(A) F: I’m sorry, I didn’t catch that. Would you mind speaking more slowly? (B) F: The TV set offered good service. (C) F: Oh no. The TV set can't be as clear as before. (D) F: You have offered good service.
Output: D
F: Do you know what Jason's home phone number is? ,M: I can't think of it off the top of my head. You might want to look it up in the phonebook. ,F: I've checked it already, but it seems that his phone number is unlisted.
(A) M: I think since you don't have Jason's home phone number, you can ask someone else. (B) M: Oh, maybe you can find your phone book in the lost and found office. (C) M: I’m sorry, I don’t understand. Could you say it again? (D) M: Don't worry, though you don't have Jason's home phone number, I remember it and I will tell you.
Output: A
F: Do you know what Jason's home phone number is? ,M: I can't think of it off the top of my head. You might want to look it up in the phonebook. ,F: I've checked it already, but it seems that his phone number is unlisted. ,M: Maybe it's under his roommates name. ,F: Well, I guess so. ,M: maybe you can call his office and ask his secretary. ,F: I've already tried. She won't tell me, she says it's private.
(A) M: She is right. Home phone number is private and she can't let out other's secret. (B) M: Jason's home phone number is listed in the phonebook and you can check it. (C) M: I am afraid I did not quite catch what you were saying. Please repeat it. (D) M: Maybe you can ask her to tell you the number tomorrow because she wasn't at work today.
Output: A
M: Have you ever heard a voice worse than gyms and he's been singing out of tune? ,F: Don't be so mean. I think he sings well, he just hasn't chosen the right song yet. ,M: So what kind of song is he could at?
(A) F: I don't know. Jim is not a qualified singer at all. Though chose the right song, he sings bad. (B) F: I’m sorry, I didn’t catch that. Would you mind speaking more slowly? (C) F: I don't know. Let's go to the auditorium and watch the contest. (D) F: I don't know. Jim sings very well on TV.
Output: B
M: Wow, this dance is surely cool. There are so many people here. Ah, what's your name? ,F: Susan, Susan Dors. You really don't know who I am? You sit behind me in geography class. ,M: Oh yeah, you're right. I guess I'm just used to looking at the back of your head, not your face. ,F: Are you OK? You're so nervous. ,M: I'm sorry for my strange behavior. I don't know why I pretended I didn't know who you were. I just didn't know how to start the conversation.
(A) F: It doesn't matter. You look cool. You're not nervous at all. (B) F: It doesn't matter. We haven't seen each other before, so it's normal for you to feel a little awkward. (C) F: It doesn't matter. You're as polite as ever. (D) F: Excuse me, could you repeat the question?
Output: D
M: Wow, this dance is surely cool. There are so many people here. Ah, what's your name? ,F: Susan, Susan Dors. You really don't know who I am? You sit behind me in geography class. ,M: Oh yeah, you're right. I guess I'm just used to looking at the back of your head, not your face. ,F: Are you OK? You're so nervous. ,M: I'm sorry for my strange behavior. I don't know why I pretended I didn't know who you were. I just didn't know how to start the conversation.
(A) F: I am really sorry, I did not catch that. Would you slow down, please? (B) F: It's okay that you didn't recognize me. I didn't know you were sitting behind me in geography class. (C) F: Now you know me, nice to meet you and what's your name? (D) F: When you didn't know what else to say, asking people's names is a good choice, but I didn't know we had a geography lesson together.
Output: A
M: Wow, this dance is surely cool. There are so many people here. Ah, what's your name? ,F: Susan, Susan Dors. You really don't know who I am? You sit behind me in geography class. ,M: Oh yeah, you're right. I guess I'm just used to looking at the back of your head, not your face. ,F: Are you OK? You're so nervous. ,M: I'm sorry for my strange behavior. I don't know why I pretended I didn't know who you were. I just didn't know how to start the conversation. ,F: That's OK. It's refreshing to talk to somebody who's actually honest for once, so do you like this music? ,M: Not really. I prefer rock and roll mostly. But I like to listen to blues when I'm alone. Anything but this pop stuff. ,F: Oh my gosh. I totally agree. I thought I was the only one.
(A) M: Excuse me, could you repeat the question? (B) M: You are not alone. By the way, the pop playing at the dance sounds awful. (C) M: No, you are not the only. Anyway, I like the blues playing at the dance. (D) M: But I really don't like the rock and roll playing at the dance.
Output: B
F: So how's your new job going, David? ,M: It's going really well. I started 2 months ago and it's great. ,F: Which countries are you flying to?
(A) M: I'm a dentist and work in a hospital. (B) M: Excuse me, could you repeat the question? (C) M: I'm working on an airplane. Japan. (D) M: I'm a cook work in a restaurant.
Output: C
F: So how's your new job going, David? ,M: It's going really well. I started 2 months ago and it's great. ,F: Which countries are you flying to? ,M: Mostly those in South America. ,F: Do you have time to look around different cities? ,M: I'm too tired after we land. ,F: Well, I know you serve drinks and meals and explained safety rules. What other duties do you have?
(A) M: I am sorry. You spoke so rapidly that I did not catch the meaning of what you said. Could you repeat that? (B) M: These jobs are not very tiring actually. I help nervous or sick passengers. (C) M: It's a well-paid job and not so tiring. I help nervous or sick passengers. (D) M: I am tiring. I help nervous or sick passengers.
Output: D
M: Ma'am, you forgot your phone. ,F: Oh, thanks, I couldn't live without this little thing. ,M: I know what you mean. It is of great significance to you. So did you enjoy your dinner?
(A) F: I’m sorry, I didn’t understand. Could you repeat a little louder, please? (B) F: Service here is great but I enjoy playing with my mobile. Your food tastes good. (C) F: Cell phone is a very important part of my life. The dinner is very nice. (D) F: Cell phone is very important to me. I never forget to carry it. Yes, I enjoy it.
Output: C
M: Ma'am, you forgot your phone. ,F: Oh, thanks, I couldn't live without this little thing. ,M: I know what you mean. It is of great significance to you. So did you enjoy your dinner? ,F: Oh yes, everything was just perfect. It's so hard to take the whole family out to eat, but your restaurant was perfect. Johnny had his own place to play in and I had time to talk with my sisters and their husbands. ,M: I'm glad to hear it. Our kids area is always popular.
(A) F: Goodbye brother! Love you. (B) F: Just a minute! I do not quite follow what you are saying, would you mind repeating that? (C) F: Yes, I like to eat in your restaurant. Your service is very good. (D) F: Hurry up honey, or we will be late for the dinner.
Output: C
M: Hello. This is the China Telephone Company. What can I do for you? ,F: Is this the Complaints Department? ,M: Yes, it is. ,F: I want to complain about the bill I received this month. I don't think I've made that many phone calls. Have their rates gone up? There must be a mistake in your billing.
(A) M: Why do you think the telephone bill was not accurate? How much is ti? (B) M: Yes, your telephone line was always busy. But you still got a low bill, that's strange. (C) M: Do you mean that the telephone call was not clear. As IT department, I'll help you to solve it. (D) M: I’m sorry, I didn’t understand. Could you repeat a little louder, please?
Output: A
M: Hello. This is the China Telephone Company. What can I do for you? ,F: Is this the Complaints Department? ,M: Yes, it is. ,F: I want to complain about the bill I received this month. I don't think I've made that many phone calls. Have their rates gone up? There must be a mistake in your billing. ,M: Alright Madam, tell me your phone number and I'll check it for you. ,F: My number is 63513516. ,M: Thank you. Please hold on for a moment. ,F: Alright. ,M: Hello? ,F: Yes, I'm still here. ,M: Well, there doesn't seem to be any problems with your account. The billing is accurate. You must have overlooked the international call you made to Europe. ,F: Let me see. Right. I'm sorry, it's my mistake. But it is still very expensive. ,M: Well, why don't you apply for the international dial service? It's free of charge. ,F: Can I do that? ,M: Sure. You can. The rates are cheaper as you do without assistance from the operator. ,F: I see. Well, thank you very much and I'm sorry for bothering you. ,M: It's no bother at all. That's what we're here for. Thanks for calling.
(A) F: Why do you refuse to check the bill? I am very angry. (B) F: Just a minute! I do not quite follow what you are saying, would you mind repeating that? (C) F: Thank you very much, manager of China Mobile Company. (D) F: Though you are patient, but what you said is not helpful at all.
Output: B
M: Hello. This is the China Telephone Company. What can I do for you? ,F: Is this the Complaints Department? ,M: Yes, it is. ,F: I want to complain about the bill I received this month. I don't think I've made that many phone calls. Have their rates gone up? There must be a mistake in your billing. ,M: Alright Madam, tell me your phone number and I'll check it for you. ,F: My number is 63513516. ,M: Thank you. Please hold on for a moment. ,F: Alright. ,M: Hello? ,F: Yes, I'm still here. ,M: Well, there doesn't seem to be any problems with your account. The billing is accurate. You must have overlooked the international call you made to Europe. ,F: Let me see. Right. I'm sorry, it's my mistake. But it is still very expensive. ,M: Well, why don't you apply for the international dial service? It's free of charge.
(A) F: I’m sorry, I don’t understand. Could you say it again? (B) F: Really? Yes, can I apply for the International Dial Service now? (C) F: Really. Yes, I should unsubscribe International Dial Service now. (D) F: I can't cut down the number of overseas calls. I have to make lot of international calls.
Output: B
M: Hello. This is the China Telephone Company. What can I do for you? ,F: Is this the Complaints Department? ,M: Yes, it is. ,F: I want to complain about the bill I received this month. I don't think I've made that many phone calls. Have their rates gone up? There must be a mistake in your billing. ,M: Alright Madam, tell me your phone number and I'll check it for you. ,F: My number is 63513516. ,M: Thank you. Please hold on for a moment. ,F: Alright. ,M: Hello? ,F: Yes, I'm still here. ,M: Well, there doesn't seem to be any problems with your account. The billing is accurate. You must have overlooked the international call you made to Europe. ,F: Let me see. Right. I'm sorry, it's my mistake. But it is still very expensive. ,M: Well, why don't you apply for the international dial service? It's free of charge. ,F: Can I do that? ,M: Sure. You can. The rates are cheaper as you do without assistance from the operator. ,F: I see. Well, thank you very much and I'm sorry for bothering you. ,M: It's no bother at all. That's what we're here for. Thanks for calling.
(A) F: I shouldn't have turned to the assistant. I am really sorry. (B) F: I made a wrong complaint. I am really sorry. It's my fault. (C) F: I mixed up the telephone numbers so I bother you. Sorry. (D) F: I’m sorry, I didn’t understand. Could you repeat a little louder, please?
Output: B
M: Have you heard what Fred did last night? ,F: No. Not yet. What happened to him? ,M: I guess he was a little drunk and he had a fight in the car with his girlfriend, while he got so mad at her that he drove his car straight into the front of a drug store. ,F: What do you mean? ,M: I mean he drove inside. The front of the store was completely broken up. Actually I saw it just now as I walked by. It still parked inside the store next to the milk. There, some food all over the car. It's a terrible state. ,F: I'm afraid Fred is in trouble. Where is he now? ,M: I hear he's in the police station. It's lucky no one was hurt.
(A) F: Really? Fred was went to the police station last night and someone was hurt? (B) F: I’m sorry, I didn’t catch that. Would you mind speaking more slowly? (C) F: Yeah. I'm not afraid Fred is in trouble although he drove into a store and broke it up last night. (D) F: Yeah, it is luck that he's not in the police station. I heard last night he went shopping with his girlfriend.
Output: B
M: Have you heard what Fred did last night? ,F: No. Not yet. What happened to him? ,M: I guess he was a little drunk and he had a fight in the car with his girlfriend, while he got so mad at her that he drove his car straight into the front of a drug store.
(A) F: I’m sorry, I don’t understand. Could you say it again? (B) F: So, Fred drove his car into a fruit store and he had a fight with the policeman? (C) F: Really? Fred was not drunk but he had a fight with the storekeeper? (D) F: Really? Fred had a fight with his girlfriend but he didn't get mad at her?
Output: A
M: Have you heard what Fred did last night? ,F: No. Not yet. What happened to him? ,M: I guess he was a little drunk and he had a fight in the car with his girlfriend, while he got so mad at her that he drove his car straight into the front of a drug store. ,F: What do you mean? ,M: I mean he drove inside. The front of the store was completely broken up. Actually I saw it just now as I walked by. It still parked inside the store next to the milk. There, some food all over the car. It's a terrible state.
(A) F: You didn't see the car as just now as you walked by and the car is in the police station now? (B) F: Just a minute! I do not quite follow what you are saying, would you mind repeating that? (C) F: So, you mean his car still parked outside the store and now it is in the street, right? (D) F: Really? You mean his car is in the store now and it's a terrible state? Okay, I see.
Output: D
F: James, thank goodness, you arrived. The test is starting in 10 minutes. Don't you remember where the first group and you've held all the papers? ,M: Terribly sorry for being late, Helen. Can you imagine I've been standing outside for over an hour waiting for the boss? ,F: In such freezing weather? What on earth happened? ,M: I stayed up until 11:50 last night to prepare the report. This morning, I didn't wake up until 7:00. I knew the test would start in 2 hours, but the boss, the boss!
(A) F: Thank god you arrived at 8:10. (B) F: Why are you so late? It's already 9:00. (C) F: I’m sorry, I didn’t understand. Could you repeat a little louder, please? (D) F: Why are you so late? It's already 8:50.
Output: D
F: James, thank goodness, you arrived. The test is starting in 10 minutes. Don't you remember where the first group and you've held all the papers? ,M: Terribly sorry for being late, Helen. Can you imagine I've been standing outside for over an hour waiting for the boss? ,F: In such freezing weather? What on earth happened?
(A) M: Just a minute! I do not quite follow what you are saying, would you mind repeating that? (B) M: I stayed up until 11:50 last night to prepare the report.  I've been standing outside in this cold Winter. (C) M: I stayed up until 11:50 last night to prepare the report.  I've been standing outside. Luckily, it's cool in Autumn. (D) M: I stayed up until 11:50 last night to prepare the report.  I've been standing outside for three hours in this cold Winter.
Output: B
M: RU ru. Hey, can you get your dog to stop barking? Some people are trying to sleep around here. ,F: Now wait a minute. Princes just barking because your cat is screaming all over the place.
(A) M: My cat Prince never screams. It is very cute, just like your cat. (B) M: Do you mean that Prince is the name of your dog? Funny. (C) M: I’m sorry, I don’t understand. Could you say it again? (D) M: Your dog Prince is so cute and it never barks. I like it.
Output: B
M: RU ru. Hey, can you get your dog to stop barking? Some people are trying to sleep around here. ,F: Now wait a minute. Princes just barking because your cat is screaming all over the place. ,M: But do you know what time it is? It's 1:00 AM and I've got to get up at 6:00 to go to work. If I don't get some sleep soon, they'll be 1 less dog in the world.
(A) F: Stop it. You cannot shout at my dog. It did not bark. (B) F: It is useless to frighten me. It is afternoon and my dog can bark now. (C) F: I am really sorry, I did not catch that. Would you slow down, please? (D) F: I do not believe that you are telling the truth. I do not have a dog.
Output: C
M: RU ru. Hey, can you get your dog to stop barking? Some people are trying to sleep around here. ,F: Now wait a minute. Princes just barking because your cat is screaming all over the place. ,M: But do you know what time it is? It's 1:00 AM and I've got to get up at 6:00 to go to work. If I don't get some sleep soon, they'll be 1 less dog in the world. ,F: Are you frightening my dog? ,M: I'm merely telling you the truth, barking at night is one of the leading causes of death in dogs. ,F: You're mad. ,M: That's possible. Get your dog to close his mouth. ,F: You ought to shut your own mouth. ,M: Berenice, get the poison. ,F: Now come here, Prince. Nice boy. I'm going to take you inside.
(A) M: You are right. Since your dog never barks, you should kill your dog with poison. (B) M: That is right. It is afternoon and you should take your dog into the room. (C) M: It is good for you to take your dog into the room. Remember to let it shut up. (D) M: Excuse me, could you repeat the question?
Output: C
M: They should be a great show. Let's go in. ,F: Sure. Say, did you bring my book? ,M: Oh, I completely forgot it. ,F: You forgot? But you promised. I needed to study for the test. Oh, I knew I never should have lent it to you. ,M: Calm down, Melber. After the show, we can drive by my house and pick it up.
(A) F: I am afraid I did not quite catch what you were saying. Please repeat it. (B) F: I think so. Though I don't need it as the test is over, I promised to give it away. (C) F: We must do so. It won't be so troublesome if you remembered to take my book. (D) F: I know it's my fault that I forgot to bring your book, darling. Please calm down.
Output: C
M: They should be a great show. Let's go in. ,F: Sure. Say, did you bring my book? ,M: Oh, I completely forgot it. ,F: You forgot? But you promised. I needed to study for the test. Oh, I knew I never should have lent it to you. ,M: Calm down, Melber. After the show, we can drive by my house and pick it up. ,F: It's pretty far out of the way. But I guess we'll have to. ,M: Don't worry. I'll treat you to an ice cream to make it up to you.
(A) F: Fine, thanks for driving me to my house. I should have brought my book to us. (B) F: OK, I've calmed down. Now let's drive to school and get my book as you said. (C) F: I am sorry. You spoke so rapidly that I did not catch the meaning of what you said. Could you repeat that? (D) F: No need to apologize since you already lost my book. Just buy a new one to me.
Output: C
M: Why are you so dressed up? ,F: I am on my way out to the celebration party of my company and I have to meet some important customers there. How do I look? Is my make up OK? ,M: You look great. Your makeup is also perfect.
(A) F: Thanks, honey! I need to meet some customers today. (B) F: Why do you think my make-up is inappropriate for meeting customers? (C) F: Thanks, honey! I am going to a make-up party with my friends. (D) F: I am really sorry, I did not catch that. Would you slow down, please?
Output: A
M: Why are you so dressed up? ,F: I am on my way out to the celebration party of my company and I have to meet some important customers there. How do I look? Is my make up OK? ,M: You look great. Your makeup is also perfect. ,F: Do you think I should wear a different dress? ,M: No, the one you have all looks great, especially with your purple shoes and your hair like that. ,F: Thanks for saying so. Do you have any ideas which necklace I should wear? ,M: With that dress I'd say your white diamond necklace would look perfect.
(A) F: You are right. I should probably buy a new blue dress for the party as you suggested. (B) F: You are right. I should probably change the purple shoes for something else. (C) F: Thanks for your suggestion. I will wear the white necklace to the party. (D) F: I’m sorry, I didn’t understand. Could you repeat a little louder, please?
Output: C
M: Why are you so dressed up? ,F: I am on my way out to the celebration party of my company and I have to meet some important customers there. How do I look? Is my make up OK? ,M: You look great. Your makeup is also perfect. ,F: Do you think I should wear a different dress? ,M: No, the one you have all looks great, especially with your purple shoes and your hair like that. ,F: Thanks for saying so. Do you have any ideas which necklace I should wear? ,M: With that dress I'd say your white diamond necklace would look perfect. ,F: Thanks for helping out. Now that I'm ready. What are you doing tonight? ,M: Don't you remember? I have a get together party with my college friends. ,F: Oh yes. But who is going to pick up our daughter at school? ,M: Don't worry. I'll pick her up and then send her to my parents before I go.
(A) F: Thank you darling. You'd better go to pick up our daughter from school now. (B) F: I’m sorry, I don’t understand. Could you say it again? (C) F: Thanks darling. You should go to pick up our daughter from your parents' home now. (D) F: Yes. You should go to your parents' home now and I'll go pick up our daughter.
Output: A
M: Why are you so dressed up? ,F: I am on my way out to the celebration party of my company and I have to meet some important customers there. How do I look? Is my make up OK? ,M: You look great. Your makeup is also perfect. ,F: Do you think I should wear a different dress? ,M: No, the one you have all looks great, especially with your purple shoes and your hair like that. ,F: Thanks for saying so. Do you have any ideas which necklace I should wear? ,M: With that dress I'd say your white diamond necklace would look perfect. ,F: Thanks for helping out. Now that I'm ready. What are you doing tonight? ,M: Don't you remember? I have a get together party with my college friends. ,F: Oh yes. But who is going to pick up our daughter at school? ,M: Don't worry. I'll pick her up and then send her to my parents before I go.
(A) F: Sorry boss. I am late for the party. I'll be there in 10 minutes. (B) F: Dad, why can't I go to the party with my friends? (C) F: Thanks honey. I need to leave for the party now. Bye. (D) F: I am afraid I did not quite catch what you were saying. Please repeat it.
Output: C
F: Doctors' office. May I help you? ,M: Yes, my name is John Carver. I'd like to make an appointment to see Doctor Carter. ,F: What seems to be the problem? ,M: I guess I have a bad cold. ,F: Do you feel lightheaded or have a fever? ,M: No, neither. But my nose is off and running and I don't feel like eating anything. ,F: Well, let me check the schedule. Doctor Carter has an opening at 3:00 o'clock this afternoon. Can you come in then? ,M: At 3:00? No, I'm sorry I can't. I have an important lecture to attend then. How about tomorrow afternoon? ,F: Let's see. Tomorrow afternoon at 2:00? ,M: Yes, that would be fine.
(A) F: Thanks for calling. Your appointment is at 2:00 tomorrow afternoon. (B) F: Excuse me, could you repeat the question? (C) F: Thanks for calling. Your appointment is at 6:00 tomorrow afternoon. (D) F: Thanks for informing me of the lecture. I will be there.
Output: A
F: Doctors' office. May I help you? ,M: Yes, my name is John Carver. I'd like to make an appointment to see Doctor Carter. ,F: What seems to be the problem? ,M: I guess I have a bad cold. ,F: Do you feel lightheaded or have a fever? ,M: No, neither. But my nose is off and running and I don't feel like eating anything.
(A) F: I’m sorry, I don’t understand. Could you say it again? (B) F: All right. So you are sure that you have a fever. (C) F: All right. So you don't feel lightheaded. And you have no appetite. (D) F: All right. So you have no appetite. And you are sure that you have a fever.
Output: C
F: Doctors' office. May I help you? ,M: Yes, my name is John Carver. I'd like to make an appointment to see Doctor Carter. ,F: What seems to be the problem? ,M: I guess I have a bad cold. ,F: Do you feel lightheaded or have a fever? ,M: No, neither. But my nose is off and running and I don't feel like eating anything. ,F: Well, let me check the schedule. Doctor Carter has an opening at 3:00 o'clock this afternoon. Can you come in then? ,M: At 3:00? No, I'm sorry I can't. I have an important lecture to attend then. How about tomorrow afternoon? ,F: Let's see. Tomorrow afternoon at 2:00? ,M: Yes, that would be fine. ,F: Alright, see you then.
(A) M: I’m sorry, I didn’t understand. Could you repeat a little louder, please? (B) M: I'm glad to see the barber at 2: 00 tomorrow afternoon. (C) M: See you at 2: 00 tomorrow afternoon. (D) M: See you at 3:00 tomorrow afternoon.
Output: C
F: I really need to find a job now. ,M: So do I. Do you see anything good listed? ,F: How about this telephone sales job? You call people and try to sell them magazines. ,M: That sounds boring and anyway I'm not good at selling.
(A) F: I agree with you. It needs long working hours. Although you are good at selling, this job can be difficult. (B) F: You're right. You are not good at purchasing. (C) F: Excuse me, could you repeat the question? (D) F: I agree with you. Its pay is quite low. Although you are good at selling, you deserve better.
Output: C
F: I really need to find a job now. ,M: So do I. Do you see anything good listed? ,F: How about this telephone sales job? You call people and try to sell them magazines. ,M: That sounds boring and anyway I'm not good at selling. ,F: Well, I am. I might check that one out. Oh, here's one for you, an entertainment director assistant on a ship. ,M: That sounds fun. I love traveling and I've never been on a ship. ,F: It says here you have to work everyday while the ship is at sea. That'll be tiring. ,M: That's OK. I don't mind working long hours if the pay is good. I think I'll apply for it.
(A) F: Yeah, I agree with you. Working as a director assistant is quite boring. (B) F: You're right. Working as a director assistant can be tiring. (C) F: Well, I agree with you. Working as a director assistant is not appealing. (D) F: I’m sorry, I didn’t understand. Could you repeat a little louder, please?
Output: D
F: Aren't you getting off at the next stop? ,M: You're right. That's where I usually get off for the office. But it's early so I thought I'd stay on as far as the High Street and do a couple of things there. ,F: Some shopping? ,M: Yes, after I've given this book back, I've just finished the last chapter and it's a few days late, so I have to pay a fine, but it is worth it.
(A) F: Yes, it's already late for you. I understand you'll have to rush to office now. (B) F: Excuse me, could you repeat the question? (C) F: I see, you need to go to the library first. Well, I also think this book is brilliant. (D) F: Oh, you'll go shopping on the Low Street before returning the book in advance.
Output: C
F: Aren't you getting off at the next stop? ,M: You're right. That's where I usually get off for the office. But it's early so I thought I'd stay on as far as the High Street and do a couple of things there. ,F: Some shopping? ,M: Yes, after I've given this book back, I've just finished the last chapter and it's a few days late, so I have to pay a fine, but it is worth it. ,F: Then, which shop are you going to? You said you need a new jacket. ,M: I've already bought it. I'm going to buy Adele's new CD.
(A) F: You'll return this boring book to the store and buy another one? (B) F: Adele's new CD? It is really worth buying. Good choice for you today. (C) F: Since you still haven't got any jacket, surely you'll need one today. (D) F: I’m sorry, I don’t understand. Could you say it again?
Output: B
F: Did you get your new schedule? Let me see. I want to know if we are in some of the same classes. ,M: Sure. Hey, luck, we're both in CAP together. I'm not sure what it is, but let's sit together. ,F: It is called career and personal planning. Every grade 12 student has to take it.
(A) M: We are in grade 11, so we have to take a job. (B) M: All right. We have to attend this class. (C) M: Although we are in different classes, we have to do the same project. (D) M: I’m sorry, I didn’t catch that. Would you mind speaking more slowly?
Output: B
F: Did you get your new schedule? Let me see. I want to know if we are in some of the same classes. ,M: Sure. Hey, luck, we're both in CAP together. I'm not sure what it is, but let's sit together. ,F: It is called career and personal planning. Every grade 12 student has to take it. ,M: Do you know what it's all about? ,F: It teaches us about the business world. You know how to write a resume and how to find a job. It also helps us discover our strengths, weaknesses and interests.
(A) M: I also think it will be very helpful. (B) M: Oh, it's really boring. You are so lucky that you don't have to take CAPP. (C) M: I’m sorry, I didn’t catch that. Would you mind speaking more slowly? (D) M: I think so. The ACCA will be very difficult.
Output: A
F: Did you get your new schedule? Let me see. I want to know if we are in some of the same classes. ,M: Sure. Hey, luck, we're both in CAP together. I'm not sure what it is, but let's sit together. ,F: It is called career and personal planning. Every grade 12 student has to take it. ,M: Do you know what it's all about? ,F: It teaches us about the business world. You know how to write a resume and how to find a job. It also helps us discover our strengths, weaknesses and interests. ,M: Oh, I see. So since I am curious and like adventure, I might be a good reporter. What do you think is your best quality? ,F: I'd say, you can always count on me if you need something, and I always do what I say I'm going to do.
(A) M: As a student of grade 11, you are truly reliable. (B) M: You are always so reliable! (C) M: I’m sorry, I don’t understand. Could you say it again? (D) M: I believe you can be a good reporter you want to be because you are hard-working.
Output: B
F: Did you get your new schedule? Let me see. I want to know if we are in some of the same classes. ,M: Sure. Hey, luck, we're both in CAP together. I'm not sure what it is, but let's sit together. ,F: It is called career and personal planning. Every grade 12 student has to take it. ,M: Do you know what it's all about? ,F: It teaches us about the business world. You know how to write a resume and how to find a job. It also helps us discover our strengths, weaknesses and interests. ,M: Oh, I see. So since I am curious and like adventure, I might be a good reporter. What do you think is your best quality? ,F: I'd say, you can always count on me if you need something, and I always do what I say I'm going to do. ,M: Great. ,F: We also have to volunteer at a job for one weekend. If you want, I can get you a job at my dad's athletic store. ,M: I'd rather work with someone I know. My brother is building his house right now and he could use the help.
(A) F: I think it's a good idea to be the volunteer at a TV station, because you don't want to work with anyone you know. (B) F: It might be a little tired to be the volunteer in a supermarket, because we have to volunteer for a month. (C) F: Yes, you can be the volunteer on the construction site to help your uncle build his house. (D) F: I didn’t hear you. Please could you tell me again?
Output: D
F: Look at you, you are so cute. Hey, does this guy have a name? ,M: Yes, that's Hopper. We call him that because of how he likes to jump around and eat a lot of carrots.
(A) F: He looks like a quiet cat. He doesn't like to jump or run. (B) F: He is a lovely rabbit. I like it very much! Can I take him home? (C) F: This dog is so cute! So he doesn't like to eat carrots, right? (D) F: Excuse me, could you repeat the question?
Output: B
F: Look at you, you are so cute. Hey, does this guy have a name? ,M: Yes, that's Hopper. We call him that because of how he likes to jump around and eat a lot of carrots. ,F: He seems to be getting along with the other animals too. ,M: 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. ,F: I have a dog and a cat at home. Do you think it would be too stressful for him? ,M: 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. ,F: Is he healthy? Or does he need to be taken to an animal doctor first? ,M: He's 100% healthy. ,F: I'll take him. Come here, hopper.
(A) M: You want this cat? OK. Thanks for visiting our pet store. (B) M: Sure. You can take him home. Thanks for visiting our pet store. (C) M: I am really sorry, I did not catch that. Would you slow down, please? (D) M: Sorry, you can't take the rabbit home. He belongs to our zoo.
Output: B
F: OK, Neil. I am a student journalist from senior grade. I know you just came to this new school a few months ago. Can I interview you for the school newspaper? ,M: OK, I'm ready. ,F: Neil, how do you usually get to school in the morning? ,M: I usually go to school with my friends. We live very close to the school, so we don't have to take the bus. But on Fridays, my mother drives me to school. ,F: Good answer. What are your favorite subjects? ,M: I really enjoy physical education class. I love to go outside play games and have fun. I like English, too. But some of the words are hard to read and the grammar is hard too. Science is the most difficult for me. ,F: That's OK, you're doing well. One last question. How do you feel about going to school in America? ,M: I like it here. At first, I was scared but I like my friends and my teachers. I hope that one day I can speak English fluently.
(A) F: Oh, good. Thank you for the help, sir. May I know your name, please? (B) F: I am really sorry, I did not catch that. Would you slow down, please? (C) F: Well, I believe you can have a good time at our school, my junior fellow. (D) F: Neil, you're going to graduate. I'm happy to be your teacher for these years.
Output: C
F: OK, Neil. I am a student journalist from senior grade. I know you just came to this new school a few months ago. Can I interview you for the school newspaper? ,M: OK, I'm ready. ,F: Neil, how do you usually get to school in the morning? ,M: I usually go to school with my friends. We live very close to the school, so we don't have to take the bus. But on Fridays, my mother drives me to school.
(A) F: So your mom would drive you to school for almost everyday, except on Fridays, right? (B) F: Just a minute! I do not quite follow what you are saying, would you mind repeating that? (C) F: That sounds good. It's healthy walking to school and you can chat with your friends. (D) F: Oh, you live quite far away from school, so you ride the school bus with some classmates.
Output: C
F: OK, Neil. I am a student journalist from senior grade. I know you just came to this new school a few months ago. Can I interview you for the school newspaper? ,M: OK, I'm ready. ,F: Neil, how do you usually get to school in the morning? ,M: I usually go to school with my friends. We live very close to the school, so we don't have to take the bus. But on Fridays, my mother drives me to school. ,F: Good answer. What are your favorite subjects? ,M: I really enjoy physical education class. I love to go outside play games and have fun. I like English, too. But some of the words are hard to read and the grammar is hard too. Science is the most difficult for me.
(A) F: I am afraid I did not quite catch what you were saying. Please repeat it. (B) F: I understand you find science tough, especially when you're not good at English. (C) F: I see. So you find English grammar easy and science the most difficult subject. (D) F: You don't like outdoor games? No wonder you find physical education most tough.
Output: B