Car Owner: Uh, hi. Yes, I'm having a problem with my car, and it doesn't seem to run right. I mean every time I start it up, the engine runs for a minute or so, sputters like it isn't getting enough gas, and then dies. Mechanic: Hmmm. Okay. Let's open the hood, and let's take a look... Okay, start her up. [Engine starting...] Okay, Okay. Shut her off. Hmmm. [So...] Let me look at the book here... [It] sounds like a possible fuel line, a dirty carburetor, bad alternator, or even a weak battery. Car Owner: So, which one is it? Mechanic: Uhh. Difficult to say. Let me try this... Uh, alright... You need to talk to the mechanic. Car Owner: The mechanic! So, who are you? Mechanic: Well, I'm the assistant, and I've only been here on the job for two days. Car Owner: So, why didn't you tell me that in the first place? I mean, I wouldn't have wasted all this time! Mechanic: You didn't ask. Car Owner: Okay, so how much is it going to cost? Mechanic: Ah. Difficult to say. [That's what you said about the last thing!] Are you a local or from out of town? Car Owner: I'm just passing through, and this is the only place for miles. [Yeah, that's right.] Man, can't you see my license plate? [Sure did!] Mechanic: Okay. The out-of-town rate. Let's see. Okay, here we go. If it's a fuel line, that'll be $100... No, no, That's the local rate. Here, $200 for the pre-screening check, $150 for parts, plus or minus $100, and $75 an hour for labor. Oh, oh yeah. Today's a holiday, so labor is actually $50 more per hour. Car Owner: Huh? Those prices are outrageous, and what holiday is it today? Mechanic: Oh, it's the local pumpkin festival. Car Owner: Ah, come on. I can't believe this. Of all my luck, my car breaks down in an out-of-the-way town [That's right.], and it'll cost an arm and a leg to get my car fixed. Mechanic: Ah, we'll take care of you. Just bring the car back on Tuesday so Mike, our mechanic, can take a look at it. Car Owner: Why not today? It's only 11:00 a.m.! Mechanic: Ahh, we close at 11:30 a.m. on... What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: Mechanic: What can we do for you today?
Q: W: Yes, everyone here is having a good time. Any ideas for the future? M: Well, I'm interested in finance and my uncle runs a company in Hong Kong, so I decided to go to Hong Kong University. W: Sounds great. Hong Kong is an international financial center. You will surely go far there. M: What about you? W: I'd like to go to university in Beijing. M: What do you want to take as your major, computer science or medicine? W: I prefer medicine. It's always being my dream to be a doctor. What was said before this conversation?
A: M: Hi, Lily. Great graduation party, isn't it?
Question: W: I wish we could stop. M: How the hell can I stop? I'll stop as soon as I've found somewhere to park! What was said before this conversation?
Answer: M: We've beaten the rush hour. Did you see that?
[Q]: M: Yes, I bought some furniture in the used furniture market. It was a real bargain. What was said before this conversation?
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[A]: W: You've got your apartment furnished, haven't you?
input: Please answer the following: Vet: Life was fun. I was always very loved, even without my father around. I was somewhat of a troublemaker, but I have a lot of good memories to show for it. Being a child was the best time of my life. Crystal: How have your childhood years affected who you are today? Vet: I was raised by very strong, supportive people. My mother and sisters have a lot to do with who I am. I also learned many lessons, good and bad, which have made me a strong adult. They have helped me realize what I need to do to be happy. My mother has always been the best person in my life. She has never let me down, and has always been very supportive. Whenever I needed a friend, she was one. My sisters have also been there for me. When my morn was getting her college degree, she would be out late, and my sisters stepped in and played morn. They are my best friends and give me great advice. Crystal: What have been some of your biggest trials, and how have you overcome them? Vet: The biggest trial in my life was when I got pregnant sophomore year. It was a new road to travel. I didn't have to get over it, I had to accept it and learn to adapt. Another trial would be trying to get over the love of my life, my baby's father. We were engaged, but things went the other way. I had to learn to love myself more than I loved a man. Crystal: Who helped you during your pregnancy? Vet: My morn and sisters were everything I needed them to be-a mother, sister, boyfriend, best friend and father. All my friends were there for me, I could cry to them whenever I needed to. I'm especially thankful for my morn. It was hard for her to deal with two pregnant children at the same time. The dad and his family were also there, which was a blessing Crystal: When a bad situation comes up, what do you do? Vet: I try to find the best way to deal with it. I am often faced with issues in my school about my race. It is not easy to keep your temper, but you have to try to understand why people are upset and angry. I try to find a way out without hurting anyone,... What was said before this conversation?
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output: Crystal: Welcome to ABC's Campus Interview Series. I'm David Crystal. Tonight, we shall share the story of Vet, a senior at Lee High School. Vet, what was life like for you as a child?
M: This is Brown speaking. May I speak to Miss Li? W: Speaking, please. This is Li. M: Good afternoon, Miss Li. W: Good afternoon. M: Have you got the contract ready for signature? W: Yes, I have. I gave you a ring just now, but you were not in M: How about this evening? Will you be free then? Our manager invites you to dinner this evening. We can sign the contract before the dinner. W: That's very kind of you. I'll be very pleased to be with you for the dinner. When shall we meet? M: Please wait at the hotel. We'll come and pick you up at half past six. Then, we'll drive to the Capital Restaurant. It's only a ten - minute ride from your hotel. Is it convenient for you? W: That's great! See you at six thirty. M: See you soon. What was said before this conversation?
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W: Hello, Silk Branch, Who is calling?