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You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Jenny, thank you for your help with my paper.
#Person2#: It's my pleasure if I have done something helpful to you.
#Person1#: I am really grateful for the reference books you offered me. But for the materials, I would not have written my paper so quickly.
#Person2#: It's nice of you to say so. I am interested in your paper and I happen to have some books on the topic.
#Person1#: Your books are important to me. Besides, you have given me some very good suggestions. I really thank you so much.
#Person2#: You are welcome. | #Person1# thanks Jenny for giving some reference books and suggestions that help #Person1# with #Person1#'s paper. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Peter, do you live in the red house at the end of the road?
#Person2#: Yes, I live in that house with my parents and my sister. And we also have a dog.
#Person1#: Do you take your dog for a walk everyday?
#Person2#: No, my father takes the dog for a walk on Sunday, and I take the dog for a walk on Friday. My mom and my sister walk him on the other workdays.
#Person1#: Who walks the dog on Saturday?
#Person2#: On Saturday, we all go to the park and the dog comes with us.
#Person1#: Do you help with the housework?
#Person2#: Yes. My mom and my sister do the laundry. My father does the cooking and I sweep the floor. | #Person1# and Peter talk about Peter's house, Peter's dog walking, and the housework division in his family. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: One of my students told me she was very depressed today.
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: Her father is dying.
#Person2#: Oh, that's very sad.
#Person1#: Yeah, she's broken up about it, poor kid.
#Person2#: What did you do?
#Person1#: I talked to her for a while, but she's really depressed. So, I made an appointment with the school counselor for her.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. The counselor is a psychologist. He's better trained to handle these sorts of things.
#Person1#: Yeah, that's what I told her. I'm glad she's reaching out for help, instead of trying to deal with this on her own.
#Person2#: Yeah, me too. | #Person1# tells #Person2# one of #Person1#'s students was depressed because her father was dying. #Person1# made an appointment with the school counselor for her. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, can I cash my traveler's check here?
#Person1#: Of course, we'd be happy to cash it for you.
#Person2#: What's the cashing rate?
#Person1#: Well, it's listed on the electronic board on the left. We cash it at present traveler's check buying rate.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. How much it the service charge?
#Person1#: The service charge is 1 % of the total amount of the check.
#Person2#: Well, I'd like to cash these four checks for $ 100 each.
#Person1#: Would you please countersign them here?
#Person2#: OK, there you are.
#Person1#: And your passport please.
#Person2#: Oh, I forgot to bring it. It is in my hotel room.
#Person1#: Sorry, sir. We can't cash the checks for you without your passport.
#Person2#: Well, thanks. I will come again this afternoon, then. | #Person2# needs to cash the traveler's check. #Person1# tells #Person2# the cashing rate and the service charge. #Person1# forgets the passport and will come again this afternoon. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I've brought a little dog for Alice, girls usually like looking after pets.
#Person2#: Thank you, but Alice is only a visitor here. I don't know if she'll keep it.
#Person1#: To tell you the truth, the dog isn't my real reason for coming. I want to ask Alice if she'd like to be my girlfriend.
#Person2#: Really? | #Person1#'s brought Alice a dog and will ask her if she wants to be #Person1#'s girlfriend. #Person2#'s surprised. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: My shirt needs ironing. Could you please help me with that, Mary?
#Person2#: No way. Do it yourself.
#Person1#: Please, I promise this is the last time.
#Person2#: OK, I'll iron your shirt for you, but only if you make me a cup of coffee. | Mary won't iron #Person1#'s shirt unless he makes coffee for her. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Please make yourselves at home. Let me take your coats. Dinner is almost ready. I hope you brought your appetite
#Person2#: Your house is lovely, Armand! Very interesting decor. . . very. . . Gothic.
#Person3#: I think it's amazing! You have such good taste, Armand. I'm thinking of re-decorating my house. maybe you could give me a few pointers?
#Person1#: It would be my pleasure. Please have a seat. Can I offer you a glass of wine?
#Person3#: We would love some!
#Person1#: Here you are. A very special merlot brought directly from my home country. It has a unique ingredient which gives it a pleasant aroma and superior flavor
#Person3#: Mmm. . . it's delicious!
#Person2#: It's a bit bitter for my taste. . . almost tastes like. . . like. . .
#Person3#: Ellen! Ellen! Are you okay?
#Person1#: Did she pass out?
#Person3#: Yeah. . .
#Person1#: I hope that you didn't poison her drink too much! You'll ruin our meal! | Ellen and #Person3# visit Armand's house, and they have dinner together. The glass of wine provided by Armand is a bit bitter for Ellen, and she passes out. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Excuse me, sir, may I talk to you?
#Person2#: Bill! Sure, come on in. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: Well sir, as you know, I have been an employee of this prestigious firm for over ten years.
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: I won ' t beat around the bush. Sir, I would like a raise. I currently have three companies after me and so I decided to talk to you first.
#Person2#: A raise? Son, I would love to give you a raise, but this is just not the right time.
#Person1#: I understand your position, and I know that the current economic downturn has had a negative impact on sales, but you must also take into consideration my hard work, pro-activeness and loyalty to this company for over a decade.
#Person2#: Taking into account these factors, and considering I don ' t want to start a brain drain, I ' m willing to offer you a ten percent raise and an extra five days of vacation time. How does that sound?
#Person1#: Great! It ' s a deal! Thank you, sir!
#Person2#: Before you go, just out of curiosity, what companies were after you?
#Person1#: Oh, the electric company, gas company and water company! | Bill wants a raise in the economic downturn for his hard work, pro-activeness, and loyalty. #Person2# finally agrees to offer a ten percent raise and an extra five days of vacation time. Bill accepts the deal. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Good afternoon, doctor.
#Person2#: Good afternoon, Mrs. Brown. Well, what's wrong with this little boy?
#Person1#: He is my son, Jim. He's got a cough.
#Person2#: How long has he had it?
#Person1#: Ever since last night.
#Person2#: Has he had anything to eat today?
#Person1#: Yes. He had a little milk and an egg this morning.
#Person2#: Well, Mrs. Brown, I think he's caught a cold.
#Person1#: Is it serious?
#Person2#: No, it's nothing serious, but he'd better stay at home and rest.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.
#Person2#: You're welcome. | Mrs. Brown takes her son Jim to see #Person2#, the doctor, as Jim got a cough. #Person2# says Jim has caught a cold. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Is it all right for me to come in now. Mr. Sutcliffe?
#Person2#: Well. . . I'm pretty busy. but. . . all right. come in. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: Do you mind if I sit down?
#Person2#: Not at all. Take a seat. Now, what can I do for you?
#Person1#: I want to leave the department. Do you think I could put in for a transfer?
#Person2#: Yes, but why should you want to do that?
#Person1#: Do you mind if I speak frankly?
#Person2#: Not at all. Go ahead.
#Person1#: Well, you see. I don't like the office. I don't like the staff. and I'm afraid you and I don't get on. So may I put in for a transfer?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd delighted if you did. | #Person1# tells Mr. Cliffe #Person1# wants to leave the department because #Person1# hates the office, the staff and is afraid of Mr. Cliffe. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I'm not satisfied with it.
#Person2#: Why not? What's wrong with it?
#Person1#: Sometimes it goes fast and sometimes it goes slow, and the alarm doesn't work either.
#Person2#: Would you like another one?
#Person1#: No, can I have my money back?
#Person2#: Emm, have you got a receipt?
#Person1#: A receipt?
#Person2#: Yes, I must see your receipt. You can't have your money back without a receipt.
#Person1#: Though I'm not certain, but I think I've lost it. | #Person1# isn't satisfied with the product. #Person2# needs to see the receipt to give the money back. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hi, taxi.
#Person2#: Good morning, Lady. Where do you wanna go?
#Person1#: I want to go to this place.
#Person2#: You want to go to No. 22 Xiangyun Dajie?
#Person1#: Yes, yes, No. 22 Xiangyun Dajie.
#Person2#: I am sorry. I don't know where that is. I only know where Xiaoyun Road is, but I've never heard of Xiangyun Dajie.
#Person1#: You don't know Xiangyun Dajie, do you?
#Person2#: No, maybe you can ask some other taxi drivers. I am sorry. I can't help you.
#Person1#: Not at all. Thank you all the same. | #Person1# wants to go to No. 22 Xiangyun Dajie, but #Person2# doesn't know where it is and suggests #Person2# asking other taxi drivers. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I want to buy some meat.
#Person2#: What kind would you like?
#Person1#: I want one pound of ground beef.
#Person2#: That's going to be about $ 2. 48.
#Person1#: That will be fine.
#Person2#: What else can I get for you?
#Person1#: Let me also have three pounds of chicken breasts.
#Person2#: That's going to be $ 4. 05 a pound.
#Person1#: Can you tell me the total cost of the chicken breasts?
#Person2#: That will be $ 12. 15.
#Person1#: That's all I'm going to get today.
#Person2#: That's fine. Let me get your meat. | #Person1# buys one ground of beef and three pounds of chicken breasts from #Person2#. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Do you know next week is Halloween? It's on October 31st.
#Person2#: So what do yon do on Halloween? We don't have that holiday in Russia.
#Person1#: Well, it's a day when kids dress up in masks and costumes. They knock on people's doors and ask for candy by saying 'trick or treat'.
#Person2#: Hmm. Sounds interesting.
#Person1#: But it's not just for kids. Lots of people go to costume parties. Hey, my friend Alan is having a party. Would you like to go?
#Person2#: Sure. I'd love to. | #Person1# tells #Person2# how people celebrate Halloween and invites #Person2# to a party. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Have you got your invitation yet?
#Person2#: My invitation? No, I haven't. My invitation to what?
#Person1#: The house warming party.
#Person2#: Whose house warming party is it?
#Person1#: Tom and Bill Smith. They are both working now you know? And they've bought a new house.
#Person2#: Oh, they have? I didn't know. I haven't seen Tom lately.
#Person1#: It's out in the suburbs.
#Person2#: Have you seen the house?
#Person1#: Yes, I have. I went out with them last weekend.
#Person2#: Is it nice?
#Person1#: Yes, it is. There are three bedrooms, a living room, a dining room, and a big kitchen.
#Person2#: There's also a garden.
#Person1#: Well, that does sound nice. Have they moved in yet?
#Person2#: They are moving today. Tom's taken the day off. He's rented a truck, and they should have all their furniture in the house tonight.
#Person1#: When are they going to have the party?
#Person2#: Next Saturday night. You should get your invitation today or tomorrow.
#Person1#: Wow, that would be something to look forward to. | #Person1# tells #Person2# about Tom and Bill Smith's new house in the suburbs and thinks #Person2# will get the invitation to the house warming party. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Tom, I married Julia last month. Have you already known it?
#Person2#: No, I haven't. I'm so surprised at the news.
#Person1#: Indeed, we got married too soon.
#Person2#: Congratulations. But have you heard the proverb that if one gets married too hurriedly one may regret it for a long time?
#Person1#: Yes. However, I believe that marriage comes by destiny. I knew I would marry Julia when I met her at the first time.
#Person2#: How's your married life?
#Person1#: We're happy together now.
#Person2#: I have to say you're a well-matched couple.
#Person1#: Thank you! | #Person1# married Julia because he believes their marriage comes by destiny. Tom is surprised but thinks they're a well-matched couple. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Sorry to have kept you waiting, Madam. I've located your luggage. It was left behind in Paris and won't arrive until later this evening.
#Person2#: Oh, I can't believe this. Have it delivered to my hotel then, I guess. | #Person1# informs #Person2# of the location of #Person2#'s luggage. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hi, Boss! I'd like to tell you what we've discussed during the day.
#Person2#: Okay. Is all going well?
#Person1#: I think it's going very well, actually. We had a long meeting with them. After several lengthy discussions they decided to accept our offer.
#Person2#: Really? That's great. You really did a good job. Anything else to tell me?
#Person1#: We're meeting with their finance director today and then with the other directors tomorrow, just to sort out some final details.
#Person2#: OK. If he wants to make any changes, minor alternations can be accepted. Let me know what happens.
#Person1#: OK. I never forget it. | #Person1# tells #Person1#'s boss their company's offer was accepted and some final details will be sorted out tomorrow. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I just joined the health club. How long do you think it will take me to lose 10 pounds?
#Person2#: There are many steps for losing weight and keeping it off. Too much eagerness could do more harm than good.
#Person1#: Then what should I do to cut down on my weight gradually?
#Person2#: You need a systematic training program. First, we should do some simple exercises and then I will design a training program for you.
#Person1#: OK, you are a professional, so I'll just do what you say.
#Person2#: I don't want you to just listen to me. We need to work together to decide what kind of program will help you lose weight.
#Person1#: OK. Let's get started now. | #Person2# suggests a systematic training program to cut down #Person1#'s weight gradually. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hey, John! I haven't seen you in ages! What's new? What have you been up to?
#Person2#: Pete! Nice to see you Well, on top the norm, you know, wife and kids and work, I'Ve actually gotten into doing some trading.
#Person1#: Trading? You, big guy? What are you trading?
#Person2#: Currencies.
#Person1#: Currencies? As in Euros, Dollars, Pounds and Rupees?
#Person2#: It's called Forex. Foreign Exchange. The great thing about it is that I don't have to invest a huge amount. I put in a margin deposit and then I can buy and sell up to 100 times that much!
#Person1#: I don't understand. You're buying and selling money?
#Person2#: You got it! Just last night I made USD 150!
#Person1#: Last night?
#Person2#: Yeah! It's a 24 hour market! I had bought some RMB earlier at a low asking price but last night it appreciated drastically so I made a split second decision and sold all my RMB at an amazing bid! I'
#Person1#: You're kidding! I'm on! Where do I sign up? | John tells Pete he is doing some trading called Forex. John earns a lot by buying and selling currencies with a little money, so Pete also wants to try it. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Have you received any degrees?
#Person2#: Yes. In 1996 I received my Bachelor of Science degree from Hebes University, and in 2001 I received my MBA degree from Peking University.
#Person1#: How about your academic records at college?
#Person2#: In fact my records were excellent. My overall GPA was 9 on a 10 scale, which was the highest in my class.
#Person1#: That's very impressive. Which course did you like best?
#Person2#: English. It was both interesting and useful, so I showed a great interest in it.
#Person1#: Can you tell me why you changed your major when you were a graduate student?
#Person2#: Because I am very interested in administration and I did take some courses in it. I also performed well in the subjects. Hence I believe that I can do a good job in this position.
#Person1#: Did you get any honors and awards at college?
#Person2#: Yes. I was awarded a scholarship from the university every year. In 1995 I participated in the National Contest of Maths Models and I won the prize. | #Person1# interviews #Person2# and asks #Person2# some questions, including #Person2#'s degrees, academic records, the favorite course, and awards in college. #Person2# also tells #Person1# why #Person2# changed the major into administration. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: So that will be one teddy, two terry cloth robes, three pairs of satin slippers, and two pairs of pajamas.
#Person2#: Does all that come to 10, 000NT?
#Person1#: Let me see. . . yes, 15, 880NT. After the discount, your total comes to 12, 704NT. Here's your free teddy bear, free panties and your card application.
#Person2#: Where do I sign?
#Person1#: Right here. And write your address. You'll get the card in the mail within a week.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: I know your friend will like the gift set, especially the teddy bear.
#Person2#: Well, the teddy bear is for me!
#Person1#: Remember to keep your receipt in case your friend needs to make any exchanges. There are no refunds on sale items. | #Person2# buys a teddy, two terry cloth robes, three pairs of satin slippers, and two pairs of pajamas with #Person1#'s assistance. #Person1# reminds #Person2# to keep the receipt in case of an exchange. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: You have a lovely house, Jack.
#Person2#: Thank you. But a number of things have been going wrong lately.
#Person1#: That's too bad. What problems are you having.
#Person2#: Oh, the whole house needs re-painting for starters. The carpet in the living room is worn out, and I'd like to put in new wall-to-wall carpeting. Last week, I had to call the plumber to fix the toilet. Anyway, all par for the course when you own a house, I guess. I think I am going to hire an interior decorator to look the place over.
#Person1#: I'Ve studied home decoration as a hobby. Could I make some suggestions?
#Person2#: Go right ahead.
#Person1#: Well, I think a crystal chandelier would look great in your living room, and maybe some new drapes for the windows. Also, a grandfather clock would look great in the den. Perhaps you could buy some potted plants for the dining room
#Person2#: Well, you really do have a talent for this, Alice. Thanks for the suggestions.
#Person1#: You are welcome, Jack. Glad to be of help. | Jack has a nice house but many things have been going wrong lately. Then Alice offers some suggestions about his home decoration. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: You want to argue your ticket today?
#Person2#: Yes. That is why I'm here.
#Person1#: Tell me your argument.
#Person2#: I was pulled over for allegedly speeding.
#Person1#: Are you sure you weren't speeding?
#Person2#: To be honest, I really wasn't.
#Person1#: What speed were you going?
#Person2#: I was under the speed limit. I was going 35, when the speed limit was 40.
#Person1#: I'm just going to let you go, since the arresting officer isn't here.
#Person2#: What about my ticket? Do I still need to pay?
#Person1#: Don't worry about it.
#Person2#: I'm so glad for your help. | #Person2# argues the ticket for allegedly speeding and claims #Person2# wasn't speeding. #Person1# revokes #Person2#'s ticket. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I've bought so many things, beautiful dresses, nice shoes and so much food. But I can't carry them alone to my place.
#Person2#: You can ask the assistants for some bags. They will help you carry the things easily. | #Person1# has bought many things. #Person2# recommends #Person1# to ask the assistants for some bags. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Are you being served, Sir?
#Person2#: No, not yet. I just want to hair cut.
#Person1#: Would you sit here, please? How would you like it cut?
#Person2#: I want it short.
#Person1#: What, your short already, sir.
#Person2#: I mean very short. shorter than it's now.
#Person1#: Should I just trim it?
#Person2#: No. you can cut quite a bit off, I like it to be very short all over. You see what I mean.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. You like Chinese style, don't you?
#Person2#: Yes. And Chinese style.
#Person1#: Would you like to have some shampoo, sir?
#Person2#: No, thank you.
#Person1#: How about oil or spray?
#Person2#: No, Nothing will be kind.
#Person1#: There, how's that?
#Person2#: That's very good. | #Person2# wants to cut his hair very short in Chinese style. #Person1# does it for him. #Person2# is satisfied. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Oh, my god. I am so heavy now. I gain 10 kilos.
#Person2#: I am going to the gym. Do you want to come with me?
#Person1#: I think I should go. I really need to lose some weight.
#Person2#: Then, I'll wait for you at the car park in 20 minutes.
#Person1#: 0K. See you then.
#Person2#: Do you have your member card with you?
#Person1#: Nope, I do not have a membership yet.
#Person2#: Well I have a guest ticket. You can use it.
#Person1#: That is so nice of you. If I like the service and the training equipment, I think I will join the club. | #Person1# decides to go to the gym with #Person2# to lose weight. #Person2# gives #Person1# a guest ticket to enter. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Excuse me. I've been waiting here for 15 mins. Do you know how often does No. 3 run?
#Person2#: Oh, it runs every 20 mins. You must have missed it, when you came here. It should be here any minute now.
#Person1#: It seems that you have got here at a good time. Do you have a bus schedule?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. You can go to the Transport Department to get yourself a bus schedule and a bus route map.
#Person1#: I see, thank you. | #Person2# finds #Person1# missed a bus but says the bus should arrive soon. #Person2# suggests #Person1# get a bus schedule from the Transport Department. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hello, ABC company.
#Person2#: Hello, this is Mr. Morris Pitt. I'd like to speak to Mr. Bell, please.
#Person1#: Just a moment. I am sorry. At the moment, he is out of the office. Would you like to leave your number? When he comes back, I will tell him to call you back.
#Person2#: Please have him call me at my office. He knows the number.
#Person1#: Of course. | Morris asks #Person1# to tell Mr. Bell to call back. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hi Maria, did you have breakfast yet?
#Person2#: Yes, I ate at the hotel with my son and my husband.
#Person1#: Oh, they have good food there. What did you have?
#Person2#: I had some cereal, fried eggs and orange juice.
#Person1#: How was it?
#Person2#: The food didn't taste very good, and actually I don't feel very well now.
#Person1#: That's too bad. Do you want to take a break?
#Person2#: No, I'm going to go back to the hotel at lunch time to lie down.
#Person1#: OK. I'm going to the drug store later. Is there anything I can get for you?
#Person2#: No, that's OK. I think if I rest for a little while I'll feel better. | Maria tells #Person1# she doesn't feel very well after eating breakfast at the hotel and wants to take a rest. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Is the room ready for the meeting, Miss Chen?
#Person2#: Yes, Mr. Li.
#Person1#: How about the microphone and speakers?
#Person2#: I also have done it.
#Person1#: Good. Have you prepared some paper and pencils for the participants?
#Person2#: Yes. They have been laid by their name cards on the meeting table for each attendant. | Miss Chen has prepared everything well for Mr. Li's meeting. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: So, have you found a job yet?
#Person2#: No, but, I have a few leads, so things are looking up.
#Person1#: But isn't that what you always say?
#Person2#: Well ... uh ... this time is different.
#Person1#: What are you looking for this time, then?
#Person2#: Actually, I want to work for a Web hosting company.
#Person1#: What would you do there?
#Person2#: Well, in a nut shell, Web hosting companies provide space for people to store and run their Websites. Does it sound like I know what I'm talking about?
#Person1#: Oh, yeah, sort of.
#Person2#: Well, And then, sort of? Well, they allow people to run their Web sites without having to buy and maintain their own servers, and I'd like to work in technical support, you know, helping customers resolve computer-related problems with their sites. And you know I'm a good communicator.
#Person1#: So, how's the pay for that kind of job?
#Person2#: Well, most people I know start out with a very reasonable salary; you can earn pay increases depending on your performance.
#Person1#: So, what about benefits?
#Person2#: Oh, the benefits are pretty good. They provide health insurance, two weeks of paid vacation a year, and opportunities for advancement. And in the end, I'd like to work in a management position. You know, sitting back, enjoying the view out of the twentieth-story window of the office building. Something like that.
#Person1#: Well, is there any long-term job security in a job like that?
#Person2#: Uhh. That's hard to tell. I mean, the Internet is booming, and these kinds of companies are sprouting up everywhere, which is a good thing, but just like the dot-com era, you never know how long things will last.
#Person1#: Well, have you ever thought about going back to school to improve your job skills?
#Person2#: Wait, wait. What are you suggesting?
#Person1#: Well, you know, more training might help you land a better job.
#Person2#: Wh ... wh ... Are you trying to say something about my current job? I mean, is there something going on here? I mean, what are you saying?
#Person1#: You know, you did drop out of college.
#Person2#: I know, I know, but I don't know. I'm just seeing my current job at McDonalds as a step up. [McDonalds!]. Yeah, but, you know, I don't have the resources to go back to school at the moment; however, the job I am looking at will pay for some classes after I have been with the company for six months.
#Person1#: Well, it looks like you have things planned out this time.
#Person2#: If I last that long. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# wants to work in a Web hosting company that allows people to run their websites without buying their own servers. The pay is reasonable and the benefits are good, but it's hard to tell whether the job can last long. #Person1# suggests #Person2# go back to school to improve #Person2#'s job skills because more training can help, but #Person2# doesn't have the resources to go back to school. |
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#Person1#: How about this floor lamp?
#Person2#: Fine, just get it! We have been shopping for furniture for five hours! I'm so tired!
#Person1#: We still need to find an armoire and a dresser.
#Person2#: Fine! I am going to go home and drop off this nightstand, coffee table and love seat while you look for the rest of the things.
#Person1#: Great! Pick me up in about an hour because I think I'll also get a bean bag and a dining set.
#Person2#: While you are at it can you pick out a nice recliner? I really want one so I can watch TV.
#Person1#: Recliner? In my beautifully decorated living room? I don't think so! | #Person2#'ll go home and drop off the furniture they've bought, while #Person1# shops for other furniture. #Person2# wants a recliner but #Person1# disagrees. |
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#Person1#: How do you usually get to school?
#Person2#: I usually ride my bike. Which form of transport do you prefer to use?
#Person1#: I feel that I can see more when I pedal a bicycle, but when I feel lazy, I drive my car.
#Person2#: I think we should discourage people from using their private cars. They produce too much pollution!
#Person1#: I agree, but I would find it difficult to stop using my car. It's just so convenient.
#Person2#: Cars might be convenient, but they're so bad for the environment.
#Person1#: Do you have a car?
#Person2#: No. I used to have one though. Once I started using my bicycle to get around, I found that I didn't really need it.
#Person1#: Maybe if I sold my car now, I wouldn't be so tempted to use it.
#Person2#: You could try. It would save you a lot of money.
#Person1#: That's true. Every month, I spend hundreds of dollars on gas, insurance, and repairs.
#Person2#: If you got to class by riding a bicycle every day instead of driving, you will get lots of exercise, too!
#Person1#: I could stand to lose a few pounds. Having a car has made me lazy. I never end up walking anywhere!
#Person2#: Let's go to a car dealership. I'll help you try to sell your car for a good price.
#Person1#: Sounds good! Let's go! | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about their way of transportation. #Person2# rides a bicycle and persuades #Person1# to give up driving a car. #Person2# thinks bikes are good for the environment and can make people exercise. #Person1# agrees and decides to sell the car. |
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#Person1#: I'll talk to you later.
#Person2#: What's the rush?
#Person1#: I have to get off the phone now.
#Person2#: I'm not ready to get off the phone with you.
#Person1#: There are other things I need to take care of.
#Person2#: What is it that you need to do?
#Person1#: Please don't be nosey.
#Person2#: I'm not being nosey, it's just a question.
#Person1#: You don't need to worry about that.
#Person2#: That was mean to say.
#Person1#: I am very sorry, but I must go.
#Person2#: I guess. | #Person1# wants to get off the phone and #Person2# asks the reason but #Person1# doesn't say. |
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#Person1#: I was going to make myself some tea. Do you want some?
#Person2#: No, thanks. I'm fine with my coffee.
#Person1#: You know, it's not healthy to drink so much coffee. How many cups do you have every day anyway?
#Person2#: More than 3 cups I guess.
#Person1#: And do you put cream and sugar in your coffee?
#Person2#: When I drink hot coffee, I always add cream and sugar, but when I drink iced coffee, I only add cream.
#Person1#: Do you usually drink both hot and iced coffee in the same day?
#Person2#: Well, I need at least 2 cups of hot coffee in the morning. Otherwise I just can't wake up. In the afternoon I like to have iced coffee, but I never have iced coffee after dinner.
#Person1#: Don't you worry that you might get addicted to coffee?
#Person2#: Um, I'm not worried at all. Look, I don't smoke. I don't drink alcohol and I don't buy a bunch of expensive stuff that I don't need. Therefore, I don't think drinking coffee is a dangerous thing in my life. And instead it has already become a habit of mine. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# drinks more than 3 cups of hot and iced coffee every day. #Person2# thinks drinking coffee isn't a dangerous thing in #Person2#'s life and enjoys it. |
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#Person1#: Hi, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, please. I'm looking for a sofa.
#Person1#: What about this one?
#Person2#: May it be used as a sofa in the day and a bed during the night?
#Person1#: Oh, you want a convertible sofa. This way, please. Over there is the one you want. | #Person1# shows #Person2# a convertible sofa that #Person2# wants. |
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#Person1#: Jim? Jim? ... What are you doing in the kitchen?
#Person2#: Nothing, Mummy. I was hungry so I came here for some milk.
#Person1#: Milk? I thought you didn't like milk.
#Person2#: I don't, but I couldn't find anything to eat in the refrigerator.
#Person1#: Nonsense. There's lots of food in the refrigerator... What's behind your back?
#Person2#: Nothing.
#Person1#: What are you hiding behind your back? Let me see.
#Person2#: Promise that you won't get angry.
#Person1#: OK, I promise. What is it?
#Person2#: It's a kitty.
#Person1#: Oh, Jim. I told you. No pets. It'll make a mess of this house.
#Person2#: Please, Mummy. Everybody else in my class keeps a pet. Please, I'll take care of it. It's a good kitty. It'll not bring you any trouble.
#Person1#: No way. It might belong to somebody else. You can't keep it here.
#Person2#: Please, Mummy. I found it this afternoon by the garbage bin. It was starving and looking for something to eat. Please! You see, it's so cute and tame.
#Person1#: All right. But you have to clean up everything it messes up.
#Person2#: I will. Thank you, Mummy. | Jim lies to his mother that he's in the kitchen because he's hungry and looking for some milk, but his mother finds out he's looking for milk for a kitty. Jim begs his mother to keep it. His mother at first disagrees but finally gives in. |
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#Person1#: Today on mind matters, I'm talking to Dr. Ann Winters, an expert on human memory.. Ann, welcome to the program. Now, I suppose the first question everyone would ask is: what exactly is human memory?
#Person2#: Well, like so many easy questions, the answer isn't very simple. Basically, human memory is a compartment in people's brains where they store images rather like the hard disc drive in a computer. And like a hard disc drive, our memories can become infected or even wiped out by accidents. But the comparison breaks down when we consider that we can train our memories to expand and work better which computers can't manage yet.
#Person1#: When you talk about memory being infected, do you mean by a disease?
#Person2#: Yes. For instance, people suffering from a physiological disease like Alzheimer: forget things that happened in the past. And they also forget how to perform simple tasks like tying their shoelaces. The good news is that brain exercises can help keep the brain young. Research has shown that people who have better educations and more mentally active jobs have a lower risk of developing the disease.
#Person1#: And how can someone exercise his brain? By thinking a lot?
#Person2#: In a way, yes. But you can also practice using your memory which not only exercises your brain but also improves you ability to remember things. Unfortunately, a lot of devices in modern life are designed to make sure we don't forget things which can make our brains more idle and weaken our memories.
#Person1#: Can you give us some examples of how to exercise our memories?
#Person2#: Sure, there is a very simple technique, although it works better for some people than for others. When you want to remember something, think of a physical thing it reminds you of. If I want to remember a date from history, let's say, 1066, the date of the Battle of Hastings. I might think that battle reminds me of bottle, so I think of a bottle with the number 1066 written on the label. And I just picture that bottle to myself. | #Person1# have an interview with Dr. Ann Winters, an expert on human memory. Ann first explains that human memory is a compartment in people's brains to store images. She says memory can be infected by diseases or accidents and doing brain exercise can keep the brain young. Then she gives some examples of how to exercise memories. |
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#Person1#: We join our cooks as they are making this week's dish - Turkish Baklava. Glenn is adding chocolate to his. Glenn, tell us how long you've been interested in baking?
#Person2#: My grandmother taught me when I was 5. But I didn't really get interested in Essen till I was 20.
#Person1#: And here you are, only 35 years old, and on TV for your baking skills!
#Person2#: I was happy to win the prize last week. But this week hasn't gone so well. I'm not sure if I'll get first prize this time.
#Person1#: Baklava I usually has honey and nuts in it. What made you think of adding chocolates?
#Person2#: I saw this at a bakery in France and I thought it would be good for my American customers. | Glenn shares his experience of cooking and the reasons for adding chocolate to Turkish Baklava. |
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#Person1#: I've been here many times. There are quite a lot of delicious dishes to choose from. What are you thinking of ordering?
#Person2#: Well, I haven't decided yet. What are you going to order?
#Person1#: I think I'll have the roast chicken. They really make it well here.
#Person2#: I had roast chicken yesterday when I ate out with Shelly.
#Person1#: Their beef steak is good, too. You can have it served with beans and mushrooms.
#Person2#: But I'm not that hungry. Is the fried fish or the seafood salad good?
#Person1#: Never had them before. Maybe if you get the steak, we could share.
#Person2#: That sounds like a good idea. | #Person1# advises #Person2# to order the steak and they could share. #Person2# agrees. |
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#Person1#: This is going to surprise you, but I'm happy. I think you're making the right move.
#Person2#: You do?
#Person1#: Look, maybe I shouldn't tell you this, but I am going over to WebTracker, too.
#Person2#: No way! That's great! Then we'll still be together!
#Person1#: Actually, I'm already working for WebTracker. Vince never wanted to give me what I was worth, so I figured, what the heck.
#Person2#: No kidding! I can't believe this. You devil!
#Person1#: It's kind of cool, isn't it? I'm sort of like a secret agent. | #Person1# is happy that #Person2#'s also going over to Web Tracker. #Person1# is actually working there already. #Person2#'s surprised and excited. |
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#Person1#: Excuse me. . .
#Person2#: Yes, sir. How may I be of service?
#Person1#: I would like to return this item. . . Are refunds allowed?
#Person2#: Certainly. The customer is always right, we are here to serve you. Is there a reason that you would like to return it? Did you have problems with our product or services?
#Person1#: No, no. . . It was just the wrong size.
#Person2#: Would you be interested in an exchange as opposed to a refund? I think I can help you to find the appropriate size.
#Person1#: No. I would rather just return it.
#Person2#: Sure, no problem. Do you happen to have the receipt?
#Person1#: Yeah, right here.
#Person2#: Ok, just a moment, please. Here you are, I need you to sign here, please. And here is your refund. Is there anything else I can help you with?
#Person1#: No, thank you.
#Person2#: You're welcome. Have a nice day! | #Person1# wants to return a product rather than exchanging it. #Person2# helps with the process and refunds #Person1#. |
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#Person1#: Would you like something to drink?
#Person2#: Yes please. Do you have any teas?
#Person1#: Of course we have lots of teas.
#Person2#: What do you recommend?
#Person1#: What about a green tea or perhaps a jasmine tea?
#Person2#: What ' s this one?
#Person1#: That ' s Oolong tea, it ' s a Cantonese tea.
#Person2#: Ok, I ' ll try that. | #Person1# helps #Person2# to order Oolong tea. |
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#Person1#: Who's that?
#Person2#: Saint Jude-he's the saint of lost causes. Like my cousin, Anna, who can't stop getting pregnant. She's a lost cause.
#Person1#: Is that your cousin in the back?
#Person2#: Yep. She's always got a bun in the oven. She was pregnant before marriage-a real sin in the Catholic Church.
#Person1#: What about birth control pills? Don't they work on Italians?
#Person2#: Ha-ha. Birth control and abortion are four-letter words in my family.
#Person1#: And I heard that Italian men have very active libidos. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about #Person2#'s cousin Anna who can't stop getting pregnant. |
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#Person1#: Everyone wants to be financial lose kill. You must invest your savings if you planed to retire rich. I'm thinking about buying stocks. It can be a good investment if I can manage well. What do you say?
#Person2#: I partly agree with you. Buying stocks is not difficult, but making money consistently from buying stock is very difficult. Even professionals don't find it easy, so be careful. Anyway, people like us need help with investing. Why not do some online research? There are data, reports and discussion forums to educate people on how to invest. In addition, you need to visit an established website that offers stock charts.
#Person1#: Wow, you sound very professional.
#Person2#: I just watched the investment TV program last weekend. It has become a very hot topic these days. Actually I am not even a beginner. | #Person1# wants to buy stocks to retire rich. #Person2# advises #Person1# to do some online research and visit a website offering stock charts. #Person1# thinks #Person2#'s professional. |
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#Person1#: Would you talk to me about taking one of Dr. Miller's classes?
#Person2#: Yes. Have you ever been in one of his classes?
#Person1#: I'm thinking about taking his class next semester.
#Person2#: He was a very easy teacher. Are you thinking of taking a class with him?
#Person1#: I'm not sure because I really need to learn something, but I also worry about grades.
#Person2#: Grades are important, but don't you think that gaining the knowledge is important, too?
#Person1#: I really need to learn this stuff.
#Person2#: He made everything so interesting that the time just flew by. Do you know what I mean?
#Person1#: Yes, that sounds right for me.
#Person2#: Did you know that he came here last year after 10 years in the military?
#Person1#: Yeah, I already knew that. That could be a good thing.
#Person2#: I think you know that you have to make the best decision for you. Enjoy your year! | #Person1# is considering taking Dr. Miller's class but worries about grades. #Person2# tells #Person1# Dr. Miller was an easy and interesting teacher and gaining knowledge is as important as grades. |
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#Person1#: Good morning. I'm from the New York book review. Could I ask you some questions about your latest book?
#Person2#: Sure. Take a seat... what would you like to know?
#Person1#: First, I've heard that your latest book is based on a true story.
#Person2#: That's correct. It's a murder mystery based on actual murders that book place in Florida several years ago. The main character-the police invesigator-is based on the man who investigated the case.
#Person1#: How do you research your books?
#Person2#: I always visit the places that I use as setting for stories. Readers like things to be as factually correct as possible-even in fiction! I usually base my characters on people I have met. Most character are a mixture of the characters of two or more people.
#Person1#: I really like your books. I've just finished this one. I read it from cover to cover in a single day. Congratulation on making the bestseller list yet again!
#Person2#: Thank you. Let met sign it for you ... there you go.
#Person1#: Oh! Thank you very much. I heard that you are currently writing a collection of short stories. What are the stories about?
#Person2#: There's a real mix of stories in the book. I haven't finished all of them yet, though. Many of them are short detective stories, but there are also horror stories and sci-fi ones. If you give me your business card, I'll make sure you get an advance copy to review.
#Person1#: Thanks very much. I'm sure it will sell well. I can't wait to read it. Here's my card. Thank you for you time. | #Person1# interviews #Person2# and asks #Person2# some questions about #Person2#'s latest book. #Person2# tells #Person1# how #Person2# researched the books and the story background. #Person2#'s writing a collection of short stories, and many of them are short detective stories. #Person1# can't wait to read it. |
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#Person1#: Hi, Susan, Where were you at lunch time?
#Person2#: Oh, sorry to miss you. But my thirst for knowledge was greater than my stomach for food.
#Person1#: I never have that problem. So where were you?
#Person2#: My science class ran over. | Susan tells #Person1# that she had a science class so she missed #Person2# at lunch. |
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#Person1#: Is your turn, Sir. I ' m sorry that you have to wait. Saturday is busy day for us.
#Person2#: I suppose so. Hair cut, please.
#Person1#: How so you want to your hair cut? Any particular way?
#Person2#: I'd just like to trim. Don't cut too short.
#Person1#: Yes, sir. How about the sideburns?
#Person2#: I think they need a little trimming.
#Person1#: Can I use the clippers?
#Person2#: No, don't use them, please.
#Person1#: All right, Sir.
#Person2#: Would you trim off a bit there, about the ear.
#Person1#: Don't you think it needs about a little taken off and talk to.
#Person2#: oh, yes. That would be better.
#Person1#: About like this?
#Person2#: No, not that much. And yes, that'fine.
#Person1#: Shave also, Sir.
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: How do you want to your mustache trimmed? | #Person2# wants to get a haircut and tells #Person1# his requirements on trimming off certain parts. After the haircut #Person2# asks #Person1# to shave as well. |
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#Person1#: Excuse me, I'm trying to get to the Spring Gardens. Is it far from here?
#Person2#: Spring Gardens? No, it's not this way. It's in the city centre.
#Person1#: Is it? Oh, no. Someone told me it was this way.
#Person2#: No, no, it's not this way. You want to go down there.
#Person1#: Yes, OK...down there.
#Person2#: Yeah, then, turn left, OK?
#Person1#: Left.
#Person2#: Yep, then right, first street on your right.
#Person1#: Right.
#Person2#: Then straight on, keep walking.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm lost. It sounds really difficult. Um, could I get a taxi anywhere near here?
#Person2#: It's not so far. You just walk to the corner of the street or over the next block. There are buses that can take you there.
#Person1#: Well, it's starting to rain. I think I'll get a taxi. Thanks, anyway.
#Person2#: That's OK. Lots of taxis go this way.
#Person1#: I'm getting wet. What a day! | #Person2# shows #Person1# the way to Spring Gardens. #Person1# thinks it's complicated and decides to take a taxi because of the weather. |
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#Person1#: Here is my ticket and seat assignment.
#Person2#: Thank you. That way, PLS.
#Person1#: May I have a pillow and blanket, PLS?
#Person2#: An attendant will pass them around after we take off.
#Person1#: May I have headphones for the in-flight movie?
#Person2#: No problem. Here are your headphones. Do you want something to drink?
#Person1#: Thanks, a coke, PLS. | #Person2# leads #Person1# to the seat and #Person1# asks for headphones and a coke. |
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#Person1#: Did you hear how cold it got last night?
#Person2#: I heard the radio announcer say it was 18 degrees below zero.
#Person1#: It was so cold this morning. I could hardly start my car.
#Person2#: My car didn't want to start either at first.
#Person1#: Don't you have a garage?
#Person2#: Not in the new apartment. We have to leave the car in the parking lot.
#Person1#: How much antifreeze did you put in your new car then? You must have to keep it well below zero.
#Person2#: I do. Right now I have it protected up to 30 below zero.
#Person1#: Does it ever get that cold on here?
#Person2#: Not really. It sometimes gets to 20 below.
#Person1#: Speaking of cold, how about going for a cup of coffee to warm up. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about how cold it got last night as they both had a problem starting their cars. #Person1# then suggests going for coffee to warm up. |
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#Person1#: Are you ready to order? May I suggest a veal.
#Person2#: No, I'll have the fish please.
#Person1#: The chicken is also nice.
#Person2#: No, I want the fish.
#Person1#: Our special tonight is lobster.
#Person2#: Thank you, but I prefer the fish
#Person1#: Perhaps you'd enjoy the lamb
#Person2#: No, I like the fish.
#Person1#: What ever you say? | #Person1# recommends different dishes to #Person2# but #Person2# insists on ordering fish. |
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#Person1#: Hi, Mary. We haven't seen each other since we graduated. Where have you been?
#Person2#: I have been to Australia. Do you still live there?
#Person1#: Oh, no. We have just moved into the new house.
#Person2#: Really? Congratulations.
#Person1#: Thank you, and we want to buy a new television.
#Person2#: What kind of television do you want to buy?
#Person1#: A color TV, of course, but I'm not sure about the size. Maybe we should buy a bigger one. If we buy a smaller one, we might have to change it in a few years' time for a bigger one. That would be a waste of money. What is your opinion?
#Person2#: In my opinion, I don't think it's necessary to buy a very big one.
#Person1#: Any reason?
#Person2#: Yes. As I know, your sitting room isn't big enough. If you put in a very big television, that will be bad for your eyes, and a smaller size TV can also pick up good programs.
#Person1#: Mmm, that's quite true. I'll think about it.
#Person2#: You'd better make a quick decision because the price may go up soon. | #Person1# tells Mary #Person1# wants to buy a new television but #Person1#'s not sure about the size. Mary suggests buying a small one because the space in the new house is limited. |
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#Person1#: It doesn't look very nice outside today.
#Person2#: You're right. I think it's going to rain later.
#Person1#: In the middle of the summer, it shouldn't be raining.
#Person2#: That wouldn't seem right.
#Person1#: Considering that it's over ninety degrees outside, that would be weird.
#Person2#: Exactly, it wouldn't be nice if it started raining. It's too hot.
#Person1#: I know, you're absolutely right.
#Person2#: I wish it would cool off one day.
#Person1#: That's how I feel, I want winter to come soon.
#Person2#: I enjoy the winter, but it gets really cold sometimes.
#Person1#: I know what you mean, but I'd rather be cold than hot.
#Person2#: That's exactly how I feel. | #Person1# and #Person2# discuss whether it is going to rain later. They both wish the weather would cool off. |
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#Person1#: Mike, these flowers are just gorgeous.
#Person2#: I'm glad you like them. Happy birthday!
#Person1#: I can't thank you enough. I'm really touched. I don't know what to say.
#Person2#: Forget it. It's my pleasure. You mean a lot to me.
#Person1#: You're the best! | #Person1# thanks Mike for the gorgeous flowers. |
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#Person1#: Does she make any sense to you?
#Person2#: No. It's all Greek to me.
#Person1#: She's speaking French, not Greek.
#Person2#: I know that. I mean I couldn't understand her at all.
#Person1#: Me neither. All I have to do is study French hard.
#Person2#: I wish you the best of luck. | #Person1# and #Person2# can't understand a woman speaking in French. #Person1# decides to study French hard. |
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#Person1#: What do you think you'll be doing in five years' time, Carrie?
#Person2#: I definitely won't be working as a car park attendant. I want to become an opera singer. I hope I'll be living in Milan. What about you, Frank?
#Person1#: Unless I pass my exams, I'll probably serve rude customers in the restaurant.
#Person2#: Come on. Don't be so sad. Cheer up, Frank. | Frank feels sad about his possible future career, so Carrie encourages Frank. |
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#Person1#: You're going to Shanghai tomorrow, are you ?
#Person2#: That's right . Do you think it'll be cold?
#Person1#: It might be. You'd better take a heavy sweater with you. The nights are usually quite cold at this time of year.
#Person2#: Do you think I'll need a cotton coat?
#Person1#: Not for now, I think , But I believe there'll be rain, so take your raincoat with you. | #Person1# suggests that #Person2# take a sweater and a raincoat to Shanghai. |
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#Person1#: Margaret, I'd like to follow up with the arrangements for our company retreat, to take place next month. We need to book the venue, make arrangements for speakers and door prizes, and set up all the activities and accommodations. Also, very important, we need to determine which of our staff will be eligible and will be available to go. We've got to get a head count in order to make reservations.
#Person2#: What's the criteria for staff to attend? Are we only including our management team in this affair? Or will we be extending invitations to lower level employees to attend?
#Person1#: Lower level employees need not attend. The purpose of this retreat is for training, especially for our management team. We want to develop a well-oiled machine on our executive level. In order to get everyone to jell together, we've got to include some fun. That's the reason for the retreat. | #Person1# and Margaret talk about the arrangements for their company retreat. Margaret wonders the criteria for staff to attend, and #Person1# says the invitations are for the management team. |
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#Person1#: ok, so what have you got in store for me tonight?
#Person2#: I'm really sorry, Ethan. I tried so hard, but I'm afraid I could't find a Dutch restaurant in town. The best I could do was a German one about 15 minutes from here.
#Person1#: what? I don't understand.
#Person2#: I though you said you wanted to have Dutch food?
#Person1#: Oh! Ha-ha! That's not what I mean when I said'go Dutch'!
#Person2#: Huh? What were you talking about, then?
#Person1#: 'going Dutch'means to split the bill, silly!
#Person2#: oath. . . that makes so much more sense! Ha-ha. Well, great, I don't like German food anyway! | #Person1# hasn't realized the meaning of 'go Dutch' and failed to find Dutch food. Then #Person2# tells #Person1# it means to split the bill. |
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#Person1#: Don't be too sad. If you really think that you have no feeling with him, then, in my opinion, getting divorced maybe is the best way to solve the problem.
#Person2#: I know clearly at the bottom of my heart. I just can't set my mind at rest because of the child. She's little. She cannot understand us and accept such truth.
#Person1#: Yeah, child is the matter. Don't tell Jenny the truth, only tell her the white lie. When she grows up, you find the suitable opportunity to tell her.
#Person2#: I see. OK. | #Person1# encourages #Person2# to divorce but #Person2# is worried about her daughter. #Person1# suggests her telling the white lie. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: OK. sir. Your room is done. Is there anything else I can do for you?
#Person2#: Would you please help me send these clothes to the laundry?
#Person1#: OK. sir.
#Person2#: When will they be ready?
#Person1#: All the laundry will be ready by 5
#Person2#: That's fine. Thank you. | #Person2# requests #Person1# to send some clothes to the laundry. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Did you watch TV last night, Rose?
#Person2#: Yeah. I saw a science program. It was quite interesting.
#Person1#: What was it about?
#Person2#: Mars. Scientists say there might be water on it.
#Person1#: If so, we may live there someday.
#Person2#: I hope so. Did you know the US successfully sent two robotic explorers to Mars last month?
#Person1#: Sure. I heard about this on the TV. On January 3rd, 2004, Explorer Spirit landed near the so-called Guser Crater. And three weeks later, Spirit's twin explorer, Opportunity, landed on Meridian Planum named by scientists.
#Person2#: Yes. Both have sent back pictures of the planet. And the latter did a better job. | #Person2# saw a science program about Mars last night. #Person1# heard on the TV that the US successfully sent explorers to Mars. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hi, Mike, what gives?
#Person2#: Hi, Bill, this is my new car.
#Person1#: Hey, great set of wheels.
#Person2#: You like it, huh?
#Person1#: Who wouldn't? Wow, that's out of this world.
#Person2#: It is special, isn't it?
#Person1#: Yeah, too cool. How much did they sold you for?
#Person2#: Lots. Looks like I'll have to moonlight for the next two years.
#Person1#: I can imagine.
#Person2#: Hey, let's go for a spin. You can try it out.
#Person1#: I'd love to.
#Person2#: Ok, let's go. | Bill likes Mike's new car, and Mike invites Bill for a spin. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: So, Emily, you're ready for the trip, right?
#Person2#: Yes, I am.
#Person1#: But you seem to be a little bit nervous.
#Person2#: Yes, I am a little nervous. But I think it'll be a great experience and hopefully my English will improve a lot.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm sure it will. My English improved a lot when I went to Australia last year. England is a great place to visit. And you'll be in London, right?
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: Well, take care of yourself and have a good trip.
#Person2#: Thanks. I'm sure I will. | Emily tells #Person1# she's nervous about the trip, and she hopes she can improve her English in London. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hello, this is Tom Davis. I have an appointment with Dr. Jones at eight o'clock this morning, but I'm afraid I'll be half an hour late.
#Person2#: That's all right. Dr. Jones doesn't have another appointment until nine o'clock. | Tom will be 30 minutes late for the appointment with Dr. Jones. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: ( At the MET station ) Hurry up! We are running late for school.
#Person2#: Let's take the MET. lt's faster and cheap.
#Person1#: Which line should we take if we go to Danshui?
#Person2#: We should take the red line. Let's get the tickets at the automatic vending Machine.
#Person1#: How much money should I insert in the slot?
#Person2#: 5o dollars. Later you have to place your ticket near the sensor.
#Person1#: I see.
#Person2#: It's so crowded. All the seats are taken. Let's go there. There is a seat over there.
#Person1#: It's a priority seat. We can not sit there. We should give the seats to those eld, pregnant and disabled people.
#Person2#: Yeah, you are right. Let's stand. It takes only about 20 minutes.
#Person1#: If we go to Danshui in the morning on A weekday, we are sure to have seats since it's not during rush hour.
#Person2#: Anyway, we are arriving at Danshui soon. I can't wait to watch the beautiful sunset. | #Person1# and #Person2# are in a hurry to go to school. #Person2# suggests taking the MET and gives #Person1# instructions on taking the MET. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: What was it like working with those young stars?
#Person2#: It was a great group, I always got mad when people said that we didn't get along, just because we're girls, there was never a fight. We had a great time. | #Person2# tells #Person1# working with the young stars was great. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: For our lunch meeting with the investors, do we have to make a reservation at the restaurant or do we just show up?
#Person2#: Usually for lunch, we don't have to reserve a table, they should allow walk-ins. But to be on the safe side, I'll order a table for half-past twelve. Will that suit your schedule?
#Person1#: I've arranged to meet them at the restaurant at twelve. Can you make the reservation a little earlier? If we start earlier, it will give us more time for a longer lunch.
#Person2#: Are you planning on treating the investors to a full-course meal?
#Person1#: Yes, we'll start with appetizers, follow with a soup and salad course, then main dishes of prime RMB or cordon bleu chicken, and finish up with a delicious rich dessert of some sort.
#Person2#: That'll be pretty heavy for a mid-day meal, don't you think?
#Person1#: As along as we stay away from anything alcoholic, we should be okay.
#Person2#: With your prime RMB and chicken choices, you'd better hope nobody's vegetarian.
#Person1#: We can make some special arrangement if we need to. After all, it's the company who is footing the bill. | #Person2# will reserve a table for a lunch meeting. #Person1# asks #Person2# to make it earlier and is planning a full-course meal without alcoholic. #Person2# reminds #Person1# to pay attention to vegetarians. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: What would be my daily duties?
#Person2#: Your job includes paper filing a lot. Anc you will have to check and fill the stationer cabinet regularly. Besides, you have to reserve the meeting room in advance if the are any important visitors.
#Person1#: Got it. To whom should I report?
#Person2#: Of course to me. | #Person1# asks about #Person1#'s daily duties and #Person1# should report to #Person2#. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hello, I am Richard from the Brooks Head-hunter company. Can I have a private talk with you?
#Person2#: Er? I am driving right now. Can you call back in 30 minutes?
#Person1#: Sure.
#Person2#: Hi, Monica, Richard again. Have you ever heard about our company? It is an international one with good reputation. We have a lot of successful cases. If you're trying advance your career, I would love to help you. XYZ Company is one of our clients. They're in need of the talent like you. Would you be interested in taking part in an interview? It is scheduled some time within this week.
#Person1#: Thank you for calling. I really appreciate your kindness. But right now, I'm very busy preparing for an interview of another company. I don't think I am available for this opportunity.
#Person2#: Ok, I see. Good luck to you. You have my number. Call me when you change your mind. I can send you more detailed information about our company and jobs you might be interested in if you give me your private e-mail address.
#Person1#: Well, I will text it to you. Thank you, bye for now.
#Person2#: You're welcome. Bye. | Richard from the Brooks Head-hunter company phones Monica to invite her to a job interview. Monica politely refuses because she's preparing for an interview of another company. Richard asks her to call him when she changes her mind. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Good morning, Powernet Software. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Hi, I've been trying to order some of your software from the website, but there seems to be a problem, because my order didn't go through.
#Person1#: Oh. I'm sorry about that, Sir. There was a problem with the site this morning. That's probably why you had some difficulty.
#Person2#: Would it be possible for me to place my order through you now? I don't want to wait until tomorrow as I'll be out seeing customers.
#Person1#: OK, now then. What would you like to order from us?
#Person2#: Your site had a great sale on something called Viva Voce. The price was $180.25 percent off the normal price.
#Person1#: Well, I'm afraid that price is only available for those of our customers who order through our site, you'd pay $240.
#Person2#: I just tried to order through your site, and as I told you, the sale wouldn't go through. Can't you give me that discount anyway?
#Person1#: Yeah, I think that would be alright.
#Person2#: I have ordered through you before, and my customer number is 794791. You should have my information and credit card number on file.
#Person1#: Let's see. Oh, yes.
#Person2#: How long will the delivery take?
#Person1#: You should have this by Wednesday, that is the day after tomorrow.
#Person2#: Great. | #Person2# places his order of some software through #Person1# with a discount because there is a problem with the website and he doesn't want to wait until tomorrow as he'll be out seeing customers. #Person2# should have his order by Wednesday. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I really love this meal.
#Person2#: Thanks. I was hoping that you would all enjoy this meal.
#Person1#: Where did you learn to cook these amazing dishes?
#Person2#: I got a really wonderful cookbook for my birthday and decided to try out a few of the recipes.
#Person1#: The chicken is out of this world!
#Person2#: I love that dish as well. It is coconut chicken with rice.
#Person1#: I was wondering if there was shrimp in the soup.
#Person2#: Yes, that soup has a shrimp base. I also added sea vegetables and lemon grass.
#Person1#: It worked out well that the wine that I brought to share seems to blend well with this meal.
#Person2#: I love this wine! It goes very well with the chicken. | #Person1# loves the dishes #Person2# cooked and #Person2# says they were from a wonderful cookbook and they think the wine blends well with the meal. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hi, Mr. Smith. I'm Dr. Hawkins. Why are you here today?
#Person2#: I thought it would be a good idea to get a check-up.
#Person1#: Yes, well you haven't had one for. . . five years. You should have one every year.
#Person2#: I know. I figure as long as there's nothing wrong, why go see the doctor?
#Person1#: Well, the best way to avoid serious illnesses is to find out about them early. So, try to come at least once a year for your own good.
#Person2#: O. K.
#Person1#: Let me see here. Your eyes and ears look fine. Take a deep breath, please. Do you smoke, Mr. Smith?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer and heart disease, you know. You really should quit.
#Person2#: I'Ve tried a hundred times, but I just can't seem to kick the habit.
#Person1#: Well, we have classes and some medications that might help. I'll give you more information before you leave.
#Person2#: O. K. , thanks, doctor. | Mr. Smith comes to have a check-up. Dr. Hawkins advises him to have one every year and recommends classes and some medications to help him quit smoking. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Where do you come from?
#Person2#: I come from England.
#Person1#: What's the climate like in your country?
#Person2#: It's mild, but it's not always pleasant. The weather's often cold in the North and windy in the East. It's often wet in the West and sometimes warm in the South.
#Person1#: Which seasons do you like best?
#Person2#: I like spring and summer. The days are long and the nights are short. The sun rises early and sets late. I don't like autumn and winter. The days are short and the nights are long. The sun rises late | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s from England. #Person2# talks about the climate there. #Person2# likes spring and summer. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Excuse me, which one is of the highest quality here?
#Person2#: This one. It is of the best quality and excellently tailored as well. You may try it on.
#Person1#: That is nice. But I don't quite like the collar.
#Person2#: The collar? It is just the collar that is popular with young people in Shanghai.
#Person1#: I don't care what others wear. How much is it?
#Person2#: 250 Yuan.
#Person1#: Really? Too expensive. I don't think I can afford it.
#Person2#: But it is really worthwhile.
#Person1#: OK, anyway, let me have it.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Thank you. | #Person1# doesn't like the collar of a product and thinks it's too expensive but sill buys it according to #Person2#'s suggestions. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hi, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I saw your ad in today's newspaper. It says that you need to hire an assistant. Can you tell me some information about the job?
#Person1#: OK. Well, we manage a very busy agency. The assistant will help by answering phones and typing documents. The problem is that you'll have to concentrate in a noisy environment. Can you handle that?
#Person2#: Yes, I have worked for busy organizations before.
#Person1#: And how fast can you type?
#Person2#: I type 60 words per minute.
#Person1#: Great. Feel free to come down and pick up an application from me. If we hire you, your position will be temporary for the first three months.
#Person2#: That makes sense. Well, I look forward to meeting you. | #Person2# consults about the job #Person2# saw in the ad as an assistant in #Person1#'s agency. #Person1# introduces the specific work and asks about #Person2#'s working ability. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Did you see my purse honey? I've been looking for it in my office, but I cannot find it.
#Person2#: Your purse? No. Perhaps you've left it in the car. I saw you caring it when we left for the theater this afternoon.
#Person1#: You're right. It must be there. I'll go and get it.
#Person2#: But why are you looking for your purse? Are you going out?
#Person1#: Yes, my friend Linda just called. She wants to go shopping for sportswear and she wants someone to go with her and I need a pair of hiking boots. We'll go hiking this weekend. Do you need anything?
#Person2#: Yes. Could you get me a black pair of gloves please? | #Person1# is looking for #Person1#'s purse because Linda calls #Person1# to go shopping. They will go hiking at the weekend. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hi Mike, could you please tell me something about your study experiences?
#Person2#: OK. I studied in Australia for 5 years, in America for a year and in Japan for more than 3 years.
#Person1#: Is that so? Did you also study in your home country Canada?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. I went to primary school in Canada.
#Person1#: You've had quite a lot of experiences around the world.
#Person2#: Yes, it's been interesting.
#Person1#: So what did you and your friends like to do for fun when you were in America?
#Person2#: Well, teenagers all like to have parties and American students like to have parties at their own houses. Every weekend different students would invite me to their places, and we would have a great time. | Mike tells #Person1# his study experiences around the world, then introduces fun activities when he was in America. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: How do I set up an email account?
#Person2#: Oh, that's easy. Go to yahoo. com. Now, click on the link with the picture of an envelope.
#Person1#: Which link?
#Person2#: That one, the one that says, ' Mail. '
#Person1#: Oh, no. What did I do? It's asking me for a password.
#Person2#: Don't worry. See where it says, ' New User '?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Click on that.
#Person1#: Oh, I see.
#Person2#: Yeah, just fill out this form and choose a password. The computer will do the rest. | #Person2# teaches #Person1# to set up a new yahoo email account step by step. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I think you should look over these figures again. There are some calculations that are a bit off.
#Person2#: I apologize. This should not have to be this way.
#Person1#: Apology is accepted. Try to do better next time.
#Person2#: Of course, I should have been more careful. I'm sorry. | #Person2# apologizes to #Person1# for some miscalculations. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: John's father got married again.
#Person2#: Married whom?
#Person1#: If I tell you. , you must be completely taken aback.
#Person2#: Come on. Tell me what happened.
#Person1#: He married a girl who is only eighteen!
#Person2#: Is that true? But anyhow, it's none of our business, isn't it? | #Person1# tells #Person2# John's father married an 18-year-old girl. #Person2# thinks it's none of their business. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I'd like to book a ticket to Shanghai.
#Person2#: When would you like to fly?
#Person1#: As soon as possible. Do you have a flight tomorrow?
#Person2#: I will check, please hold on. Sorry to say that flight is all booked up. Can I book you for the 3rd of September?
#Person1#: That will be OK.
#Person2#: How many people are there in your party?
#Person1#: Just me this time.
#Person2#: What class will you fly? First class? Business class? Or economy class?
#Person1#: Economy class will be fine.
#Person2#: Round trip or one way trip?
#Person1#: I would like to book a one way trip ticket.
#Person2#: How will you pay, cash or charge?
#Person1#: I would like to pay by check.
#Person2#: I am sorry, we do not accept checks.
#Person1#: I'll pay by charge card then.
#Person2#: Great. What name shall I put the reservation under?
#Person1#: Lucy Green.
#Person2#: You are booked, Ms. Green.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot.
#Person2#: It's a pleasure. | Ms. Green wants to book a ticket to Shanghai and fly economy class. #Person2# helps her book a one-way ticket for September 3rd. Ms. Green will pay by charge card. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Tongtong, have you finished your homework? We are going to meet your father at the station.
#Person2#: I'm busy doing it. My teacher has told us to hand it in tomorrow morning. Just a moment, I will finish it soon. | Tongtong tells #Person1# Tongtong'll finish the homework soon. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Mary, I will have an interview tomorrow. I am so excited!
#Person2#: Congratulations! By the way, have you had all the things ready for the interview?
#Person1#: I only typed several copies of my resume.
#Person2#: That's not enough. You have many other things to prepare.
#Person1#: What are they?
#Person2#: Besides the resume, you also need the original and copies of your graduation certificate and your ID card.
#Person1#: I see
#Person2#: Also several copies of your one-inch color photos.
#Person1#: Yes, I have those.
#Person2#: You also need to prepare formal clothes for the interview ; a suit should be the best.
#Person1#: I will get it soon.
#Person2#: Have a briefcase ready with all your interview materials in it for easy carrying.
#Person1#: Ok, I will remember.
#Person2#: All these should be enough. Good luck! | Mary gives useful suggestions about the preparation for #Person1#'s interview tomorrow. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Have you had enough time to look over the menu?
#Person2#: Yes, we are almost ready to order.
#Person1#: Let me remind you of the specials of the day, which are posted on the board.
#Person2#: Oh, that all sounds so good! Can we get the sauce on the side?
#Person1#: Yes, we would be happy to prepare the food to meet your special needs.
#Person2#: I was wondering if you have any vegetarian choices.
#Person1#: Yes, the roasted vegetable salad is good, and the portabella mushroom burger is also a good choice.
#Person2#: I think that I would like to order the broccoli noodles, please.
#Person1#: That is an excellent choice, and I could bring you your salads now or bring them with your dinner.
#Person2#: Please bring our salads to us now. We are hungry! | #Person1# introduces several dishes but #Person2# orders the broccoli noodles. And #Person2# asks #Person1# to bring the salad now. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Do you have any shoes like these?
#Person2#: What size?
#Person1#: Size five.
#Person2#: What colour?
#Person1#: Black.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. We don't haven any.
#Person1#: But my sister bought this pair last month.
#Person2#: Did she buy them here?
#Person1#: No, she bought them in the U. S.
#Person2#: We had some shoes like those a month ago, but we don't have any now.
#Person1#: Can you get a pair for me please?
#Person2#: I'm afraid that I can't. They were in fashion last year and the year before last. But they're not in fashion this year. These shoes are in fashion now.
#Person1#: They look very uncomfortable.
#Person2#: They are very uncomfortable. But women always wear uncomfortable shoes! | #Person2# tells #Person1# they don't have the kind of shoes of #Person1#'s interest because they are not in fashion this year. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Oh, no, it's a quarter to eight now. The school bus is coming in five minutes. Hurry up or we'll miss it.
#Person2#: Come on. Relax. You forget? The time has been adjusted. We have double five minutes left. | #Person2# reminds #Person1# the time for the school bus has been adjusted. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hey, Blake! Are you still listening to Mozart?
#Person2#: Yes.Do you like it?
#Person1#: It's great. and I' ve heard that listening to Mozart can make you more intelligent.
#Person2#: Really? I've never heard that before. I just like it.
#Person1#: Is classical music your favorite?
#Person2#: Yes. What about you?
#Person1#: I Iike pop music best. Classical music is a bit too heavy for me. I can't get fully relaxed in it.
#Person2#: Pop music doesn't have any depth for me.
#Person1#: Yeah, that's why I can enjoy myself in it.
#Person2#: Did you always like pop music.
#Person1#: I think so, since I was in primary school. How long have you been interested in classical music.
#Person2#: I didn't like it at all until I started to learn violin when I was eight. From then on. classical music has been an important part of my life.
#Person1#: oh, I didn't know you can play the violin. Do you still play.
#Person2#: Sometimes, but these days I'm often too busy. | #Person1# usually listens to Mozart because #Person1# likes classical music. #Person2# likes pop music best and thinks classical music is too heavy. #Person1# didn't like classical music until #Person1# started to learn the violin at eight. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hello, Anna. Come in and sit down.
#Person2#: Hello, doctor.
#Person1#: What's the matter?
#Person2#: I've got a backache.
#Person1#: Do you often suffer from backache?
#Person2#: No, I don't. I've never had a bad one before.
#Person1#: When did it start?
#Person2#: About four days ago.
#Person1#: Well, go home and rest in bed for two days, then you'll feel better.
#Person2#: Can you give me some medicine? It's very painful.
#Person1#: Yes, I'll give you some pills. Take one a time and three times a day, and come back in three days. If you don't feel. . . | Anna sees the doctor because of the painful backache, and the doctor gives her some pills. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Daniel, have you finished your homework?
#Person2#: Not yet, Dad. I am watching Ultraman instead. No, no, Dad. Please. This program is on only once a week.
#Person1#: Daniel, as a matter of fact, TV is bad for your health.
#Person2#: What makes you think that?
#Person1#: It's full of violence and you are so young.
#Person2#: But there are cartoons on TV. Bees, big trees, seas, and a lot of other interesting things.
#Person1#: Wait. What's the time, honey?
#Person2#: About 6.
#Person1#: It's homework time now. Go and do your homework and then go to bed. American Idol, There you go.
#Person2#: Dad, it's not fair. I am so disappointed with you! | Daniel is watching Ultraman. His dad tells him to do homework and then go to bed. Daniel is very disappointed. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Those are today's top stories. Now let's go to John for the weather. John, what does the forecast look like for our weekend travelers?
#Person2#: I'm afraid we're in for a rough weekend, Marry. There is a storm system moving through the East Coast. It will be drizzling all day today, and there's a 60 percent chance of thunderstorms this evening. It will be warm and humid all weekend. In the Midwest, expect strong winds and a low of around 40 degrees.
#Person1#: That's pretty chilly for the summer! Will it rain on Saturday?
#Person2#: Unfortunately, yes. It will be clear early Saturday morning but there is a high chance of showers and thunderstorms later in the day. There is a severe thunderstorm warning for some parts of the Southeast. Folks in those areas might see some hail and flooding, especially in areas that have been experiencing record high rainfalls.
#Person1#: That certainly sounds like a dreary Saturday.
#Person2#: It gets better on Sunday, though. The storm systems move east and the skies will clear up at night. It will still be rather cool, with highs in the low 50s. The West Coast will be experiencing some unusually chilly weather, but at least the sun will come out. I advise weekend travelers to be careful, especially while driving. Back to you, Mark.
#Person1#: Thanks John, and there you have it! Looks like it's a weekend to stay at home! | John and Marry are delivering the weather forecast. John says they're in for a rough weekend because it will rain on Saturday and there is a severe thunderstorm warning. He advises weekend travelers to be careful, especially while driving. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. My daughter bought this camera here for my wife's birthday. But it doesn't work. So I'd like to change it for another one.
#Person1#: I see. Let me have a look. Well, we'll be happy to change it for you. But I am afraid we don't have another pink one.
#Person2#: Oh? What will I do then?
#Person1#: Would you like to choose a different color? We do have this camera in black and orange.
#Person2#: My wife doesn't like either of those colors.
#Person1#: If you want, we can order another camera just like this one. There wouldn't be any extra charge for it.
#Person2#: That sounds fine. Would you please go ahead and do that?
#Person1#: We'd be very happy to but it'll take at least a week. Maybe ten days. We'll call you when it comes in.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: You are welcome. | #Person2# wants to change the camera his daughter bought for his wife because it doesn't work. #Person1# says they don't have another pink one but could order one. #Person2# agrees. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Well it's my first night in Beijing. What should I eat?
#Person2#: Well you have to try Peking duck.
#Person1#: Mm, I don't really like duck to be honest with you. I fancy something light.
#Person2#: Ok, you could try the Peking wonton then.
#Person1#: That sounds like a good idea. Where should I go to eat that?
#Person2#: Actually, I know a great restaurant in Dongcheng.
#Person1#: Ok then, I'll follow you. | #Person2# suggests #Person1# try Peking duck but #Person1# doesn't like ducks, so #Person2# suggests Peking wonton. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: You should have been at home and enjoyed a big meal.
#Person2#: Yes. I should have gone to buy the ticket in advance. But now. . .
#Person1#: But now you can stay with friends and enjoy a holiday too.
#Person2#: Right. Let's go and find some fun. | #Person1# suggests #Person2# stay with friends and enjoy a holiday. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Will you be voting this year?
#Person2#: Of course! Will you?
#Person1#: This is going to be my first time voting.
#Person2#: Are you serious?
#Person1#: I'm not sure what I'm doing.
#Person2#: Voting is easy.
#Person1#: I don't know anything about the bills or laws they're trying to pass.
#Person2#: The ballot gives you all that information.
#Person1#: Nobody told me that before.
#Person2#: You have nothing to worry about.
#Person1#: I'm so glad you told me that.
#Person2#: Good luck on your first election. | #Person1# is not sure how to vote. #Person2# tells #Person1# to get the information from the ballot. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Is that the latest issue of Reader you're reading?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. It has some really good articles in it.
#Person1#: I know. I have been a subscriber for the past two years.
#Person2#: I didn't know that. How much does it cost to subscribe?
#Person1#: I'm not exactly sure, but it's not that expensive at all.
#Person2#: I used to subscribe to it, but I cancelled my subscription last year.
#Person1#: Why did you do that?
#Person2#: I was the only person in my family reading it. Everyone in my family just likes to read Fashion.
#Person1#: It's the same in my family. The coffee table in my living room is covered with copies of Fashion. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about Reader. Both of them enjoy reading it while their family members don't. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Ant Shirley, it has been years since we last met. How were you doing in the passing years?
#Person2#: Pretty well. What about you?
#Person1#: Fine. Where are the other guys?
#Person2#: It's a bit disappointing that they are all out for a movie.
#Person1#: Bad timing. I want to see them so much. How are they?
#Person2#: Not bad. I heard you are going to graduate this coming summer, right?
#Person1#: Yes, that's why I'm here. I'm thinking about buying a second-hand apartment.
#Person2#: Did you go to a real estate agent?
#Person1#: No, that will be too expensive.
#Person2#: That's true. By the way, what kind of apartment are you looking for?
#Person1#: My first job's salary will be a bit low. So the cheaper the better. Just one I can afford.
#Person2#: Sure. I'll try my best to find a satisfying one for you.
#Person1#: I'll appreciate it so much. | #Person1# comes to visit Aunt Shirley for help with buying a cheap second-hand apartment as #Person1#'s going to graduate this summer and #Person1# 's salary is low. |