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You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hey Lucas, how was your trip to Paris?
#Person2#: It was wonderful, but I was so tired.
#Person1#: Did you go to the top of the Eiffel Tower.
#Person2#: Yes, that was the first thing we did. We went all the way to the top. There were visitorsfrom all over the world taking photos there.
#Person1#: What else did you see?
#Person2#: Art galleries, cathedrals, statues, fountains, palaces, bistros, there's really too much to say.
#Person1#: You must have had a great time.
#Person2#: Yes, at the beginning we were all excited and had lots of fun. However, on the third day of travelling in the city, I felt sick, I think I had something bad to eat but it passed by the evening.
#Person1#: Yes. you need to be careful with what you eat when you're abroad. sometimes new food might disagree with you.
#Person2#: On the fourth day, we went to taste the French cuisine. That was really fantastic. And no stomach problems.
#Person1#: That is great. Everyone says French food is wonderful.
#Person2#: You'll have to try for yourself some day. | Lucas tells #Person2# about his trip to Paris. He visited the Eiffel Tower and many other places. He felt sick on the third day and tasted French cuisine on the fourth day. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I'm a little rushed. Is there any quicker way to get there?
#Person2#: Yeah, of course. You can take a taxi.
#Person1#: How much will that run me?
#Person2#: It depends on traffic and distance, but it is reasonable.
#Person1#: Do the drivers speak English?
#Person2#: Some are better than others. But, you shouldn't have a problem.
#Person1#: Are they safe?
#Person2#: For the most part, yes. If you don't feel comfortable with it, then it is best not to take one at night. | #Person2# suggests #Person1# take a taxi since #Person1# is rushed, and explains some basic information about taking a taxi. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: John, why don't you go and do some gardening? The lawn needs weeding.
#Person2#: Because I'm not in the mood, that's why.
#Person1#: Well, don't just sit there, do something. Come and help me in the kitchen.
#Person2#: Help you in the kitchen, I don't feel like it.
#Person1#: Would you like to clear the table then?
#Person2#: Really? Do I have to do it?
#Person1#: Not, if you don't want to.
#Person2#: Well, isn't there anything you want?
#Person1#: Yes, I want to go out. Would you like to come?
#Person2#: No, why should I? I don't feel like it. Besides, I'm in such a bad mood. | John is in a bad mood and doesn't want to do gardening or help #Person1# in the kitchen, or go out. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: What's on the box tonight, honey?
#Person2#: Oh nothing much. There's Cartoon World at eight for an hour.
#Person1#: Oh good.
#Person2#: And then there's the football at nine twenty-five. I want to see that.
#Person1#: Oh not again! Just a minute-what time does it finish? The last part of the detective play is on the other side at a quarter to eleven. I'd like to see that.
#Person2#: Well, the football ends at eleven.
#Person1#: You'll have to miss the last fifteen minutes then.
#Person2#: You'll probably be asleep by then.
#Person1#: No, I won't! Well, at least I can watch the news at nine. | #Person1# asks #Person2# what tonight's TV programs are. However, the two programs that they want to watch will clash. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hi, would you like some free candies?
#Person2#: Sure. What are you handing these out for?
#Person1#: Well, we're trying to gather some volunteers for the day care center.
#Person2#: Uh...
#Person1#: It's OK. You don't have to volunteer if you eat the candies.
#Person2#: I'm just playing around. Actually, I have some free time in the mornings after I go jogging. What exactly do you need?
#Person1#: It's wide open right now, everything from playground assistants to diaper changers.
#Person2#: Oh, I might pass on the latter. But spending some time on the playground with some small kids might be fun.
#Person1#: Well, you're quite warm-hearted. I haven't even mentioned the benefits but you're volunteering.
#Person2#: Oh, well, what are the benefits?
#Person1#: Well, since you said you'd be likely to take a morning shift, there would be a free breakfast personally prepared by the cook.
#Person2#: Great! | #Person2# is trying to gather volunteers for a daycare center with candies. #Person1# thinks being a playground assistant might be fun. #Person2# would offer free breakfast as a benefit. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Good morning. Madam. How can I help?
#Person2#: I'd like to take some money from my Fund Account at the Securities Company. Is that possible here?
#Person1#: Certainly. We can transfer the money straight into your bank account here and then you can withdraw it right away. Could I have your Passbook for Bank-Securities Account Transfer?
#Person2#: Here it is. Could I make a balance enquiry, please?
#Person1#: Your balance today is 120, 376 RIB.
#Person2#: Fine, I'll take 10, 000 RIB, please.
#Person1#: OK. Please fill in this form and input you code here... and again, please. I'll just check and see if the money has been transferred. Yes, transaction successful.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. | #Person2# transfers some money from Fund Account into #Person2#'s bank account and withdraws it with #Person1#'s assistance. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Jim, how was your weekend?
#Person2#: I went to the beach with my friends and had a barbecue there.
#Person1#: That sounds like a lot of fun. Did you go swimming, too?
#Person2#: Sure. I think it's a fantastic place to go.
#Person1#: I couldn't agree more. That's an ideal place for a vacation.
#Person2#: It sure is.
#Person1#: I can't wait to go there myself. | Jim tells #Person1# he enjoyed the weekends on the beach. #Person1# wants to go there. |
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#Person1#: Lucy, I ' d like to fix the light in the corridor, it keeps flashing, which drives me crazy. Would you like to help me with the ladder?
#Person2#: Monica, wait a moment. I think we ' d better call the repair man to do it.
#Person1#: I think I can handle it by myself.
#Person2#: I ' d like you to have a look at the safety manual of our company.
#Person1#: I see. If I got hurt when fixing the light, even during office hours, I wouldn ' t get compensation from our company since repairing is not my responsibility.
#Person2#: Other company rules also need your attention.
#Person1#: Like this one? Never wear loose clothes or hair when operating the shredder. Yeah, thank you for telling me.
#Person2#: Don ' t mention it. | Monica wants to fix the light by herself, and Lucy stops her by advising her to look at the safety manual. |
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#Person1#: This place is so quiet and peaceful. It's really different from my pad at city.
#Person2#: Sure, do you think you could live out here? You know, back to nature at all?
#Person1#: I don't know. I don't mind coming out here for a while, but that will get old pretty soon.
#Person2#: That's what I was thinking. I mean can you imagine Friday night instead of going out with your friends you'd have to stay in your tree house and talk to birds and squirrels.
#Person1#: I think I'd go lonely if I do like that.
#Person2#: And where would you get a cup of cappuccino?
#Person1#: Now that would be hard to live without. We city folks are pretty spoiled.
#Person2#: Maybe. But I ' d rather be spoiled than turn into a crazy guy with a long period to talk to the birds. | #Person1# and #Person2# admit the tranquility of living in nature but they both prefer living in the city. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Mom, I'm a little worried about college. I just don't know what to study. I don't know what my major should be.
#Person2#: That can be a difficult decision, John.
#Person1#: How can I decide?
#Person2#: Well, I'd start with your interests. It will help you if you study something that you are interested in. What do you like to read and learn about or do?
#Person1#: I guess I like dancing and helping people. Those are my interest I guess.
#Person2#: What do you mean by helping people?
#Person1#: If people have problems, I like to help solve them. Or if people are hurt, I like to try to do things that make them feel better.
#Person2#: It sounds like you might be interested in medicine then.
#Person1#: Uh... I don't know.
#Person2#: Another thing I think you should consider is the possible jobs you might get and how much money you want to make.
#Person1#: How do I figure that?
#Person2#: You can research different jobs at the library and there are reports and data on how well different jobs pay.
#Person1#: I want to have a well paid job so that I can have money to travel.
#Person2#: Well, there you go. Income is going to influence you most in your choice of nature. There is one other thing you should consider, too.
#Person1#: What's that?
#Person2#: You know, scholarships, then money given to you for college. You might want to pick a major that will allow you to get a special scholarship. I know you'll make the right decision.
#Person1#: Thanks, mom. | John asks his mom how to choose a major. Mom tells John to consider based on his interest, expecting income and scholarship offers. Mom thinks John will make rihgt decision. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hey Mike. What are you doing?
#Person2#: Nothing much. What are you up to?
#Person1#: I was just concerned about Sam. He hasn't been himself lately.
#Person2#: He took the civil service exam and failed.
#Person1#: That sucks. He must feel depressed.
#Person2#: Yeah. He's been sitting in his room everyday for the last 4 days.
#Person1#: Why don't we take him out? We can try to take his mind off of it. In the least show him that we're there for him.
#Person2#: That's a great idea. Why don't you call him. I already talked to him a couple of times and it might be good for him to hear from somebody else.
#Person1#: Ok. I'll call you back after I'm done.
#Person2#: Sounds good. | Sam failed in the civil service exam and feels depressed. Mike already talked to Sam several times and #Person1# will call Sam. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hello. May I help you?
#Person2#: Hi. Last month, our company, Turner Interiors of Beijing, ordered some documents under our new L / C. What I want to do is check and see if the documents have arrived yet.
#Person1#: Let me find that on my screen. . . yes, the L / C is right here. I'm sorry ; the documents don't seem to be here yet.
#Person2#: Oh, dear. When do you think they will arrive?
#Person1#: It should be around 5 working days, but different cases take different times. Sorry I can't be more precise. | #Person2# checks the arrival of #Person2#'s company's documents with #Person1#'s assistance. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Mr. Black, I'd like to take some time off. I'Ve been feeling exhausted these days.
#Person2#: That's no problem. Let me see. . . You still have ten days annual leave left, is that right?
#Person1#: Yes. I was wondering if I could take another two weeks off.
#Person2#: That's long leave. How's your project coming along?
#Person1#: The project I'm in charged of now will be done by the end of this week. I'd like to take my leave from next Monday on.
#Person2#: Well, all right. But you make sure to tie up loose ends before you leave.
#Person1#: Thank you, Mr. Black. There are no immediate projects coming up at the moment. Mr. Smith will be in charge during my absence. He is taking part in several projects as my assistant and knows how to maintain relationships with our clients.
#Person2#: Great! I hope you have a good relaxation and come back refreshed.
#Person1#: I will. Many thanks, Mr. Black. | #Person1# asks Mr. Black's permission to take some time off. Mr. Black reminds #Person2# makes sure to tie up loose ends of the project, and says Mr. Smith will be in charge during the absence. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Welcome to Perfect Getaway Tours. How can I help you?
#Person2#: I would like to plan a surprise getaway for me and my wife.
#Person1#: Very well, we have a couple of different options such as beaches, the wilderness, the countryside or even going to a spa for the weekend.
#Person2#: I think something in the countryside would be nice.
#Person1#: Perfect! This package includes round-trip flights to New Hampshire. A free airport pick-up is included. Our VIP limousine will pick you up and provide you with complimentary champagne and finger foods to soften the thirty-minute ride to the countryside.
#Person2#: Sounds good! What is the hotel that we will be staying at like?
#Person1#: That is the best part. Your hotel is actually an old country villa that has been restored and refurbished to accommodate a maximum of that is guests. You will enjoy an intimate and private time in this very spacious and warm N Included in the price is three meals a day, excluding beverages. You can choose to eat at the fabulous restaurant that offers a stunning view of the lush, green gardens. If you prefer, your own private butler can arrange your meal to be served in your room or outside on our terrace.
#Person2#: Wow! This sounds like something my wife would really enjoy! Are there any outdoor activities we can take part in?
#Person1#: Of course! The hotel has a stable with beautiful stallions for a very romantic horseback ride along the country trail. You can also go fishing to the nearby lake or visit the local vineyard.
#Person2#: I'm sold! I want to book this trip. I don't care what it costs! Money is no object! | #Person1# recommends a getaway in the countryside to #Person2# and introduces the services included in the package. The hotel is actually an old country villa. Besides, #Person2# can arrange their meal to be served inside or outside, and there are several outdoor activities #Person2# can enjoy. #Person2# is very satisfied with this plan. |
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#Person1#: Isn't there anyone at home?
#Person2#: I'll knock again, Helen. Everything's very quiet. I'm sure there's no one at home.
#Person1#: But that's impossible. Karen and Tom invited us to lunch. Look through the window. Can you see anything?
#Person2#: Nothing at all.
#Person1#: Let's try the back door.
#Person2#: Look! Everyone's in the garden.
#Person1#: Hello, Helen. Hello, Jim.
#Person3#: Everybody wants to have lunch in the garden. It's nice and warm out here.
#Person4#: Come and have something to drink.
#Person2#: Thanks, Karen. May I have a glass of bear please?
#Person4#: Beer? There's none left. You can have some lemonade.
#Person2#: Lemonade!
#Person3#: Don't believe her, Jim. She's only joking. Have some beer! | Helen and Jim are invited to lunch at Karen and Tom's home. Nobody answers the door until they finally catch everyone in the garden. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hi, Maria, what are you up to?
#Person2#: I'm just trying to plan my trip to Southeast Asia.
#Person1#: Where are you planning to go?
#Person2#: Well, I'm going to start by flying to Hong Kong. I have a friend there, who I haven't seen for a long time. Then I'll fly to Vietnam and take a bus down to Ho Chi Minh City.
#Person1#: And then where will you go?
#Person2#: Well, from there, I'll take the boat up River to Seam Reap, and see the famous temples. From there, I'll fly to Bangkok and try to get to the Chatuchak Market. I hear it's really great for shopping.
#Person1#: And then?
#Person2#: I was thinking of just staying on a beach in the South.
#Person1#: Where are you going to stay in those places?
#Person2#: Um, I don't have much money, so I'll just stay in small guest houses rather than big hotels. | #Person1# asks Maria about her trip to Southeast Asia. Maria says she will mainly visit Hong Kong, Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand, and stay in small guest houses to save money. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: It is my first time coming to China. I want to buy something unique of China to my friends as gifts.
#Person2#: We have a great variety of Chinese antiques and porcelain. Do you like them?
#Person1#: Yes, I love them, but they are fragile. It is not convenient to take them.
#Person2#: You are right. How about paintings and embroidered handkerchiefs?
#Person1#: Sounds good. May I have a look?
#Person2#: Of course. These paintings have many designs, such as animals, flowers, landscape, aquatics and so on.
#Person1#: They are beautiful, but I can't understand the connotation in them. Let me see the handkerchiefs.
#Person2#: All right. Chinese embroidery is one traditional art with elaborate design and high quality.
#Person1#: Oh, I like the bamboo design. What is this?
#Person2#: This is a series of animals, called Chinese zodiac.
#Person1#: Good. So I will take three series and five bamboo ones.
#Person2#: OK, I will wrap them for you. | #Person1# wants to buy unique Chinese gifts. #Person2# recommends porcelains, paintings, and handkerchiefs. #Person1# thinks porcelains are hard to carry and #Person1# can't understand the paintings so #Person1# buys handkerchiefs with the zodiac and bamboo. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Evening, table for three, please.
#Person2#: Do you have reservations?
#Person1#: Yes, I do. I have made reservations under the name of Wang.
#Person2#: Very Wang sir, smoking or no smoking?
#Person1#: No smoking, please. Could we have table by the window?
#Person2#: Of course, this way please. | Mr. Wang tells #Person2# that he has made reservations. #Person2# directs him to the seat. |
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#Person1#: What arrangement will you make about payment?
#Person2#: We shall open an irrevocable L / C to cover our shipment from Shanghai to Hamburg. Is it at sight or after sight?
#Person1#: At sight of course.
#Person2#: Some customers demand that 80 % of the credit amount be paid at sight, and the rest be paid after the machines are proved satisfactory on trial.
#Person1#: I am afraid that can't be done. We have never done business on such terms.
#Person2#: But such terms are quite common in the machinery trade. Other suppliers are offering better terms. Some even allow payment 60days after sight.
#Person1#: We ask for full payment at sight, because we guarantee 90 % mechanical efficiency for all our products. You don't have the same guarantee from other suppliers. The usual percentage is around 85.
#Person2#: That's true. I'm eager to know if you could send some fitters to ensure good operation.
#Person1#: Yes. We usually send technicians abroad to offer after-sales service to our customers.
#Person2#: If you send fitters along with the machines to ensure that all the machines run properly, and if you provide after-sales service, we agree to make the payment in full.
#Person1#: Thank you. I am glad we have come to an agreement at last. | #Person2#'s customers demand that 80% of the credit amount be paid at sight and the rest be paid after, but #Person1# asks for full payment at sight and sends fitters to ensure machines' efficiency. #Person2# agrees. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: What was the biggest turing point in your life?
#Person2#: I use I would say that would be moving out of my parents' house for the first time.
#Person1#: Really? Why is that?
#Person2#: Till I moved out of my parents' home, I became a lot more independent.
#Person1#: What would you say was the lowest point in your life?
#Person2#: That would definitely be getting a divorce.
#Person1#: What went wrong?
#Person2#: We just weren't right for each other.
#Person1#: How long were you married?
#Person2#: The marriage only lasted about a year.
#Person1#: Have you remarried since then?
#Person2#: Yes, I got married to a man that I met shortly after I divorced my first husband.
#Person1#: Do you think you'll ever get a divorce again?
#Person2#: Oh I hope not, my first marriage was a mistake, but this one isn't.
#Person1#: How long have you been married?
#Person2#: About 15 years now.
#Person1#: Do you think you'll still love him when he is old and gray?
#Person2#: I think so, hopefully we'll have a long and a happy life together.
#Person1#: I'm sure you will. | #Person2# tells #Person1# her biggest turning point was moving out of her parents' house for the first time and her lowest point in life was getting a divorce, but #Person2# is positive about her current marriage. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: What's wrong, Dave? You look down today.
#Person2#: I didn't pass the English exam. How to learn English well? Can you give me some suggestions?
#Person1#: Well, English is a ' paper tiger '. Its natural enemy is adequate practice.
#Person2#: I have done a lot of reading comprehension exercises, and I also spend much time in memorizing English words.
#Person1#: I suggest you read English texts aloud every day, and try to speak more. That will be beneficial to cultivate your sense of the language.
#Person2#: Really? I'll have a try. Maybe I will get high marks next time. | Dave asks #Person1# for suggestions about English Learning because he failed an English exam. #Person1# suggests Dave read English texts every day and speak more. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Why don't you get another job for a change?
#Person2#: But I like my job, you know, I like fresh air, and the pay is not bad.
#Person1#: Look, digging gardens is not a job for a University graduate, if I were you I'd take some kind of direction lawyer teaching.
#Person2#: Teaching? Anything but that. It's so boring.
#Person1#: Come on, you really must think of the future.
#Person2#: I'll tell you what. I'd like to be a doctor.
#Person1#: Well, you should think very seriously about that. It means a lot of study and then, working all sorts of hours.
#Person2#: Yes, maybe. But the idea sounds interesting.
#Person1#: Well, then you ought to get some information about it as soon as possible. | #Person1# thinks #Person2# should get another job because digging garden is not suitable. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# wants to be a doctor. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Waiter, we'd like a menu first, please.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Well, we are waiting for two friends, so could we just have a look at the menu for a while?
#Person2#: Take your time. When you need anything, just call me. | #Person1# has a look at the menu first while waiting for #Person1#'s friends. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hi. I need more amenities, please.
#Person2#: Could you be a little more specific, sir?
#Person1#: Well, to be more specific, the free stuff, like soap, lotion, and shampoo.
#Person2#: I understand. Now, you're saying that you've already used up all your amenities?
#Person1#: Oh, no! I've got all I need for my stay here.
#Person2#: So, what's the problem?
#Person1#: I need souvenirs!
#Person2#: You want some souvenirs!
#Person1#: Yes, yes. Souvenirs.
#Person2#: But, sir, our souvenir shop carries all those items.
#Person1#: That's not the same thing. If you buy hotel souvenirs, they have no sentimental value.
#Person2#: I understand, sir. I'll call housekeeping. You'll have your souvenirs shortly. | #Person1# wants to take some free amenities as souvenirs because he thinks they have sentimental value. #Person2# agrees and will call the housekeeping. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Excuse me, but I think you've made a wrong turn. You were supposed to turn left on Wilson Blvd.
#Person2#: Oh, I'm sorry. Did you say 1323 Wilson?
#Person1#: No, it is 3023. It is OK though, you don't have to take me there, I can walk from here.
#Person2#: I can just make a U turn and so one way street. See the sign up ahead? Maybe if I turn left here, I can come down the next street.
#Person1#: We can't do that during the rush hour. Really, though it won't be much trouble, sometimes one can wait 30 minutes for a taxi. So I'm happy to get this close.
#Person2#: 30 minutes? I've been riding around all day looking for passengers. | #Person2# drove a wrong way, but #Person1# says it's ok as #Person1# can walk to there. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I think he won't remember White Day.
#Person2#: Silly, you should make sure he does.
#Person1#: Uh-huh. How about you?
#Person2#: He's buying me a handbag, and then dinner at a gorgeous restaurant.
#Person1#: You got a big return for a small gift. | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing what gifts they'll get for Whity Day. |
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#Person1#: Do you take a bus to and from work?
#Person2#: Yeah, everyday. And there's only one choice. All the other buses are going the other direction.
#Person1#: Hmm. I have the same problem. When I leave work, it's always rush hour. So the buses are always crowded.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah, it's terrible. I will tell you the funniest thing I have seen in China. It's when so many people try to get onto one city bus, and the last guy is squeezed in so tight that the door is tightly pressed against his butt.
#Person1#: That sounds terrible the way you describe it. But you know, not long ago I really suffered on the bus.
#Person2#: What happened? Were you having a hard time getting on a bus?
#Person1#: You just can't imagine! I waited for the first bus but it was too full, so I waited for the second, and it was still very crowded. Then I decided not to wait for the next one, and got on the second bus. It was so full that I had to stand on one foot! No kidding!
#Person2#: Hmm. Good exercise, uh?
#Person1#: Yeah, absolutely!
#Person2#: And it's so much fun. One day, the bodies were so tightly packed that some girl's behind was pressed against my front. I was afraid to put my hands down for fear of accidentally groping her.
#Person1#: You were so happy, weren't you?
#Person2#: What do you think? I'm a good boy. | #Person1# and #Person2# both have the problem of taking a crowded bus to and from work. Then they share their terrible experiences that they suffered on the crowded bus. #Person1# once had to stand on one foot on the bus and #Person2#'s body was packed tightly. |
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#Person1#: Excuse me. Is this where I catch the bus for the zoo?
#Person2#: Well, you can take the No. 36 bus from here, but then you have to walk about 30 minutes.
#Person1#: That doesn't sound too bad.
#Person2#: Actually, if you go to the bus stop in the next block, you can take bus 301 which will let you right off in front of the zoo.
#Person1#: Maybe that's what I'll do. Thanks a lot.
#Person2#: You're welcome. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to catch a bus to the zoo. |
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#Person1#: Do you like shopping at flea markets?
#Person2#: l love it. There is always something fascinating to discover.
#Person1#: The antiques market here in Paris is very famous. It's called Le marche aux puces de Saint-Ouen.
#Person2#: That's not very easy to say.
#Person1#: It's also known as Les Puces, which means ' The Fleas'.
#Person2#: Can you find many bargains there?
#Person1#: Well, it really depends. Because you are a tourist, it might be harder for you to get really good prices. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the famous flea market in Paris -- Les Puces. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: My goodness! My silk dress is shrunk. How did you wash it?
#Person2#: It was washed by washing machine.
#Person1#: It should be handwashed with cold water. It's a common sense. Don't you know it?
#Person2#: I'm so sorry. I have no idea of it. I washed silk dress the first time. I'll buy a new one for you or I'll give you money.
#Person1#: That's all right. Please ask me if you don't know how to do something next time. You can keep the silk dress if you don't mind. I think it fits you.
#Person2#: It's very nice of you. I'll try my best to do my job well. | #Person1#'s silk dress is shrunk because #Person2# doesn't know how to wash it. #Person1# forgives #Person2# and gives the dress to #Person2#. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Nathan said he didn't have any fun at his new school this week. Do you know why?
#Person2#: I think he hasn't made any new friends yet. He's just a little lonely.
#Person1#: He really misses his friends from our old neighborhood.
#Person2#: Without a doubt. Maybe if he knew he doesn't have to give up any of his old friends to make new ones, it will be easier for him.
#Person1#: How do you propose to help him understand that?
#Person2#: Well, we can help him keep in touch with his old friends.
#Person1#: I guess we could go visit once in a while too.
#Person2#: Yeah. There's a lot we can do to help him through this transition. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about helping Nathan who transferred to a new school to overcome loneliness by keeping in touch with his old friends. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: How was your dinner party last Sunday?
#Person2#: I think it went pretty well, all of the 10 guests really seemed to enjoy themselves.
#Person1#: That's nice.
#Person2#: But we shouldn't have invited my boss again. We can never get him to leave.
#Person1#: Really? How late did he stay this time? Until midnight?
#Person2#: Later than that. He stayed till 2:00 o'clock in the morning, and we both had to get up early.
#Person1#: You should have just asked him to leave earlier.
#Person2#: Well, it's pretty difficult to do that to one's boss. | #Person2# thinks the party was good but they shouldn't have invited #Person2#'s boss because he stayed too late. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: You spoken English is pretty good. Please tell me your experience in learning English.
#Person2#: Uh, I don't know what to say. What do you want to know?
#Person1#: What's your method of learning?
#Person2#: Let me think a minute. I think I always try to take every chance to practice.
#Person1#: What if there is no chance? I mean what if you don't have a partner, what will you do?
#Person2#: Well, I talk to myself. That is, I play one role first, than the other.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. You are really creative. | #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s experience in practicing spoken English by playing two roles. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Valerie! Hi! Wow how have you been? It's been such a long time!
#Person2#: Darlene! Indeed, it's been a while! How have you been? Wow, you look amazing! I love what you'Ve done with your hair!
#Person1#: Really? Thanks! I went to that hair salon that you told me about, but enough about me! Look at you! You haven't aged a day since the last time I saw you! What is your secret!
#Person2#: Ha ha, come on! Well, I'Ve been watching what I eat, and working out three times a week. By the way, I heard your son recently graduated!
#Person1#: Yes, my little Paul is finally a doctor. They grow up so fast you know.
#Person2#: He is such a handsome guy. He gets his looks from his mother of course!
#Person1#: Thank you! What about your daughter, Pamela? I heard she has passed the bar exam and married recently.
#Person2#: Oh yes. She had a beautiful wedding in Cozumel Mexico and we all attended.
#Person1#: Such a lovely girl. I hope my Paul is lucky enough to find a girl like that someday!
#Person2#: But of course! Well, it's been great talking to you, but I have to get going.
#Person1#: Same here! We will catch up soon, maybe over coffee!
#Person2#: That would be great! Give me a call!
#Person1#: See you soon! Bye! Uhmm. Finally it's over. . . I can't stand that woman or her obnoxious daughter. | Valerie and Darlene haven't seen each other for a while. They greet each other, praise each other and each other's child. But actually, Darlene can't stand Valerie and her obnoxious daughter. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Is there anything I could help you with, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, could you show me to your coat section?
#Person1#: This way, please.
#Person2#: Oh, These are exactly what I'm looking for.
#Person1#: These are French coats, sir. They are quite fashionable these days.
#Person2#: I'd like to try them on for size.
#Person1#: How does that fit, sir?
#Person2#: This seems to be my size.
#Person1#: It looks good on you.
#Person2#: Do you really think so?
#Person1#: I'd get it myself if I could.
#Person2#: Alright, I'll get it. | #Person1# shows #Person2# the coat section. #Person2# tries one on and feels good. #Person2#'ll get it. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: David, would you like something to eat?
#Person2#: No, I'm full.
#Person1#: Do you want something to drink?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like some coffee.
#Person1#: Sorry, I don't have any coffee.
#Person2#: That's OK. I'll have a glass of water.
#Person1#: A small glass, or a big one?
#Person2#: Small please.
#Person1#: Here you are.
#Person2#: Thanks.
#Person1#: You're welcome. | #Person1# asks David if he wants something to eat or drink. David'll have a small glass of water. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Helen, how do you like your new apartment?
#Person2#: Well, I wish I had moved in, the man who lives upstairs often plays the piano till midnight. I really cannot stand it.
#Person1#: Why don't you ask him to stop?
#Person2#: I've tried, but it doesn't work, he never listens to me. What's worse, he isn't the only one that I cannot stand. The woman who lives next to me often comes over to borrow things, but she seldom returns anything.
#Person1#: Then, don't lend her anything.
#Person2#: Now I don't even open the door when she knocks, but it makes me uncomfortable. I'm afraid I'll have to move again.
#Person1#: You can move in with my sister Susan. The girl Jennifer, who is sharing her apartment has moved out, so she has a free room now.
#Person2#: That's great, your sister is such a good girl. Everyone likes her. I'll call her and move as soon as possible. After all, I need to sleep well at night, in order to do well in the coming exam. | #Person2# is not satisfied with the new apartment because #Person2#'s two neighbors are unbearable. So #Person1# advises #Person2# to live with #Person1#'s sister Susan. #Person2# gladly agrees. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: What a nice garden! Look at these tulips!
#Person2#: That would be a good shot. Can you take my picture here, dear? Please try to get the garden in the frame as well.
#Person1#: All right. Would you please stand closer to the flower bed? Good. Smile. Say ' cheese '. OK, got you. That's terrific.
#Person2#: Thanks. Could you take one more from this angle?
#Person1#: No problem.
#Person2#: Now let's have one together.
#Person1#: Do you know how to set up the timer?
#Person2#: Let me see. . . set the timer first and push the button, oh, come here.
#Person1#: OK, let's have a try.
#Person2#: Cheese. . .
#Person1#: Did it come out?
#Person2#: Yes, but it's blurred and a little dark.
#Person1#: Never mind. Let's go to the falls and try again.
#Person2#: Ok, let's go. | #Person1# helps #Person2# take photos in a nice garden, and they set up the timer and take photos together. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Mary? Are you still there?
#Person2#: Yes. What do you want?
#Person1#: Did your bid win?
#Person2#: What do you care, dork?
#Person1#: Hey! I'm trying to be nice, and you still want to fight! Did you get the statue or not?
#Person2#: You mean fat boy?
#Person1#: Sorry. I take that back. I mean the copper Buddha you wanted. | #Person1# inquires Mary about her bid. Mary is unfriendly to #Person1#. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: United Airlines. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like to book some tickets for Flight 220, leaving for Honolulu on December 22 at 7:30 in the evening.
#Person1#: Do you want to fly first or economy class?
#Person2#: Economy, please.
#Person1#: Will this be a one-way trip?
#Person2#: No, round trip back to Chicago. By the way, do you have any direct flights coming back?
#Person1#: Yes, we do. Flight 515, leaving Honolulu at 3:00 pm, flies nonstop back to Chicago.
#Person2#: That will be perfect. What's the exact air fare?
#Person1#: The round trip economy fare from Chicago to Honolulu is $476 during the high season.
#Person2#: All right, here's the money. | #Person1# helps #Person2# book an economy class air ticket to Honolulu and a return ticket to Chicago which costs $476 together. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Okay, now I'd like to find out more about your last job. I see you spent almost four years at the London Weekly, is that right?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right. To be honest, the first year was quite tough for me. I was really just treated more like an intern. I didn't have many responsibilities and I found it quite frustrating.
#Person1#: So, what changed?
#Person2#: Well slowly but surely I proved myself, and the new editor liked me so he promoted me to features writer.
#Person1#: Wow, a real step up!
#Person2#: Yes, I was responsible for restaurant and food reviews mostly. I spent 3 years in that position, but to be honest it wasn't an area of journalism I wanted to stay in long-term.
#Person1#: I see, so why did you decide to leave finally?
#Person2#: I just felt that the paper couldn't offer me any new opportunities. I really needed a more challenging role to be honest. | #Person1# interviews #Person2#. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s previous working experience at the London Weekly and the reasons why #Person2# left. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I heard you took Jenny to a dentist yesterday. What was wrong with her?
#Person2#: She needs fillings because there was something wrong with her teeth. I really shouldn't have given her so much candy.
#Person1#: How often did you give her candy?
#Person2#: I gave her candy on a daily basis.
#Person1#: You make a huge mistake. Giving children candy harms them in various ways. I read an article the other day. It says kids who often eat canny may suffer from obesity, and poor nutrition besides bad teeth.
#Person2#: So do you give Jim any candy?
#Person1#: Yes. But I only give him one on a weekly basis.
#Person2#: It seems you have known the harm of eating too much candy before you read that article.
#Person1#: Yes,my grandma had had bad teeth due to eating too much candy. So she never let me eat too much candy.
#Person2#: I'll give Jenny less candy,too. Oh,my husband will come back from work soon. I must go back and prepare dinner now,
#Person1#: OK. Bye.
#Person2#: Bye bye. | #Person2# took Jenny to a dentist because she had teeth problems and was given too many candies. #Person1# says #Person1# gives Jim one candy on a weekly basis. #Person2# will give Jenny less candy. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Professor, I am going to need to leave class early today.
#Person2#: What is the problem?
#Person1#: I need to go to the airport to pick up a relative.
#Person2#: Are you planning on having someone take notes for you?
#Person1#: Yes, I've got that part covered.
#Person2#: When, exactly do you need to leave?
#Person1#: I don't need to leave until the very end of class.
#Person2#: Fine, but next time try and not have to miss class again.
#Person1#: Thanks, Professor. See you later!
#Person2#: See you later! Drive carefully. | #Person1# needs to leave early to pick up a relative and #Person2# agrees. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Mom, I am going to work at a bank in downtown Chicago. I'm going to move there from New York in two months.
#Person2#: That's great! I thought you liked your old job. Why did you get a new job?
#Person1#: I liked my co-workers, but working in a hospital was a very stressful job. I had to work long hours and I am scared of blood! Plus, I had to drive almost an hour to the hospital every morning.
#Person2#: Will you make more money working at the bank?
#Person1#: No, I will make a little less. But if I work hard, I will get promoted.
#Person2#: I thought you were going to look for a new job in California, where your family live. We miss you, and you never have enough time to visit us. Why can't you work at a bank in California?
#Person1#: I am going to work at this bank for a year. Then I will try to transfer to a branch in California near you and dad! I really want to move back to California, but I can't just pick up and leave. Working at this bank will give me some good experience. | #Person1# tells #Person1#'s mom #Person1# will work at a bank in downtown Chicago. #Person1#'s mom hopes #Person1# can work in California. #Person1# will try to transfer to a branch in California near her and #Person1#'s dad after one year. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: How do you feel?
#Person2#: I like the style but it is a little tight in the waist.
#Person1#: Here is the bigger size.
#Person2#: This one fits me well but it is too expensive, can you make it a little cheaper? | #Person2# tries on clothes and then bargains with #Person1#. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Grace, quick. If you don't hurry, we're going to miss the beginning of the kungfu movie.
#Person2#: So what!
#Person1#: Don't you want to watch it?
#Person2#: Not really. I couldn't care less about kungfu movies.
#Person1#: You should have told me earlier. Now I'm going without you. | #Person1# has asked Grace to see a kungfu movie, but Grace's not interested, so #Person1#'ll go alone. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Now, can anyone summarize the main idea of the passage? Yes, Jessie, please?
#Person2#: I'm sorry.
#Person1#: You look pale, Jessie. Are you all right?
#Person2#: No, I'm not feeling well. Mr. Brown.
#Person1#: What seems to be the problem?
#Person2#: I guess I ate something bad at lunch.
#Person1#: And you have a stomachache now?
#Person2#: Yes, I think so.
#Person1#: Can you walk to the school clinic? Or shall I send for the doctor?
#Person2#: No, thanks. It doesn't matter too much. I will go to the doctor after class.
#Person1#: Ok. I'll finish the class in a minute. Then I'll send you to the clinic.
#Person2#: Thank you so much. Mr. Brown.
#Person1#: Don't mention it. | Jessie isn't feeling well because she may ate something bad. Mr. Brown will finish the class in minutes and send her to the clinic. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: What are you reading?
#Person2#: Gee! You scared me!
#Person1#: Aha, Fitness Consultant. Very good, Don't you know about the rules in this office?
#Person2#: Yes, Ma'am. No magazines during the office hours. I'm sorry.
#Person1#: Well, don't do this again next time. What is it about, anyway?
#Person2#: It is about sports for white-collar workers, people like you and me.
#Person1#: What kind of sports?
#Person2#: Aerobic sports, for example, jogging, yoga, skating...
#Person1#: Interesting. What were you reading just now?
#Person2#: Stretching exercise after sitting a long time.
#Person1#: Really? That sounds interesting!
#Person2#: Can I have my magazine back now?
#Person1#: No. It's confiscated for now. And I will return it to you after I finish reading it. | #Person2# is reading a sports magazine for white-collar workers. #Person1# thinks the stretching exercise is interesting, so #Person1# confiscates the magazine. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: How do you know? I thought Taiwanese people didn't have garage sales.
#Person2#: You're right. We're not really into used stuff.
#Person1#: Well, I've grown to like second-hand things. I wouldn't have gotten through university without them!
#Person2#: There aren't many places that sell used things in Taiwan, besides auction websites.
#Person1#: I use those sites. Hey! Let's go check out a flea market later.
#Person2#: Great! I can teach you men a thing or two about shopping! | #Person1# and #Person2# think Taiwanese people didn't have garage sales and they are going to a flea market. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Come on, Julie, how are we going to convince everybody that I'm the best candidate?
#Person2#: It won't be easy!
#Person1#: Thanks a lot!
#Person2#: Oh, just kidding. Actually, I think once we show everyone how well you did asjunior class treasurer, you are sure to be elected president.
#Person1#: Well..., what's your strategy?
#Person2#: One thing I was thinking of is to hang campaign posters in all the hallways.
#Person1#: But everyone puts up posters. We need to do something different.
#Person2#: Let me finish. The campus radio station is willing to let you have five minutes tomorrow morning at seven to outline your plans for the year. Lots of students will hear you then.
#Person1#: Great idea!
#Person2#: I've also arranged for you to give a speech during dinner time tomorrow. Over a hundred students will be there. And you can answer questions after you finish speaking.
#Person1#: That means I'd better come up with a speech pretty quickly. How about if I write it tonight and show it to you after chemistry class tomorrow?
#Person2#: Fine. I'll see you after class.
#Person1#: You are really good at this. I'll be glad you agreed to help me out. | #Person1# asks Julie about the way to win the election campaign. Julie shares her strategies and will help #Person1# with #Person1#'s speech tomorrow. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: John, do you have a minute?
#Person2#: Oh, hi, Leo. Sure, what's up?
#Person1#: Well, I'Ve been meaning to talk to you about the situation in the office.
#Person2#: I'm not in there very often. It's so noisy that I can't work.
#Person1#: That's exactly what I'm getting at. We're supposed to be able to do our preparation and marking in that office, but have you noticed? Jack constantly has students coming in to get help with his course. A lot people are going in and out.
#Person2#: Has anybody spoken to him about it?
#Person1#: No, not yet, but someone's going to have to.
#Person2#: We can't really ask him to stop having students come in for help, can we?
#Person1#: No, of course not. But I'm not able to do my work and neither are you.
#Person2#: How about recommending him to use the storage room down the hall?
#Person1#: Oh, that would be too small.
#Person2#: With the cabinets taken out, it might be bigger than it looks.
#Person1#: Come to think of it, you may be on to something. Let's go have a look.
#Person2#: Let's rock n'roll. | John and Leo discuss the noisy situation in the office because of Jack's students. They are going to check whether the storage room can be used for Jack. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Do you have any plan on your mind?
#Person2#: I want to see all places of renown in Suzhou.
#Person1#: How are we going there, by bike or by bus?
#Person2#: By bike, of course. You don't want to miss the beautiful scenery, do you? | #Person2# tells #Person1# that he wants to travel to Suzhou by bike. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Did you get to talk to the Browns about their trip to Venezuela?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. They said they had a great time.
#Person1#: What did they say the weather was like?
#Person2#: They said it was extremely cool. They suggested that we take some warm clothes.
#Person1#: Uh. Did you ask how the hotels were?
#Person2#: It seems they're excellent, and not expensive.
#Person1#: Yeah, that's what I've heard. Did they say if they had any language problem?
#Person2#: Sometimes. They told me that hardly anybody speaks English except the people in the hotels, but the staff of the hotels are helpful and friendly.
#Person1#: Well, that's good. And did they buy much while they were there?
#Person2#: No. They advised us not to buy clothes. They're much more expensive than in the States. But they told me you could get gold jewelry for very little. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the Browns had a great time in Venezuela. It was cool. The hotels are excellent and not expensive. The staff is helpful and friendly. They suggest getting gold jewelry there. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Would you please tell me about your best holiday, Nancy?
#Person2#: Well, it was my trip in Nepal. We went there 10 years ago, doing some walking in the mountains.
#Person1#: How long did you stay there?
#Person2#: 20 days.
#Person1#: 20 days! That's a long time. How far did you walk every day?
#Person2#: Perhaps 15 kilometers. You have to climb up and down a lot every day.
#Person1#: So, it was very hard.
#Person2#: Yes, very hard. Sometimes, it's difficult to walk in the mountains where the air is very thin, and you have a lot of problems when breathing.
#Person1#: What kind of equipment did you take?
#Person2#: Not much. Only a bag, a sleeping bag and some warm clothing. We carried all the things by ourselves.
#Person1#: And how was the food?
#Person2#: There was rice and some vegetables, normally no meat. But it was good.
#Person1#: What was the best thing about the trip?
#Person2#: The walking and the exercise. I hate sitting in the sun and like to be out in the countryside. The air is very clean and it's very quiet. Nepal is a good place. You must go! | Nancy tells #Person1# her best holiday was her trip to Nepal 10 years ago. She thinks the best thing about it was the walking and the exercise and recommends #Person1# to visit there. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Have you traveled much in Britain?
#Person2#: No, not much. But I travel quite a lot in London every day.
#Person1#: What do you think of the London traffic?
#Person2#: I think the London underground is OK because it's fast and comfortable, but I also like your London buses, especially for short journeys.
#Person1#: But don't you think the buses are rather slow?
#Person2#: Yes, I do, particularly in rush hour.
#Person1#: What about London taxis?
#Person2#: Taxis often get caught in traffic jams,and besides, fared too expensive.
#Person1#: Well, what do you think is the best way to travel in London?
#Person2#: Ah, the London underground I think. | #Person2# thinks underground is fast, comfortable and it's the best. Buses are slow in rush hours even though #Person2# enjoys them for short journeys. Taxis are too expensive. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Can you speak English?
#Person2#: Yes I can. I speak it very well.
#Person1#: Where did you learn it?
#Person2#: I lived in England when I was a child.
#Person1#: What else can you speak?
#Person2#: Well, I know a little Italian. | #Person2# can speak English well and knows a little Italian. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Dave. I'm going to the supermarket to pick up food and drink for Saturday's picnic later. Any suggestions?
#Person2#: Well, everyone has been talking about having a barbecue down by the river, so why don't you pick up some hamburger and hot dogs?
#Person1#: Okay, but how much hamburger meat are we going to need? And hot dogs too?
#Person2#: Uh, I don't know. How about three pounds of hamburger and a couple packages of hot dogs?
#Person1#: Oh, that's not going to be enough. Do you remember the last picnic we went on? Your roommate, Jim, ate about ten hamburgers by himself!
#Person2#: You're right. Let's see. I'd better write this down. Uh, let's see about nine pounds of hamburger meat and, uh ..., seven packages of hot dogs.
#Person1#: And you better pick up some chicken for those who don't like hamburger or hot dogs.
#Person2#: Okay. How about five or six bags of potato chips?
#Person1#: Humm. Better make that eight or so.
#Person2#: Alright. Oh, and we're gonna [going to] need some hamburger and hot dog buns. How about five packages a piece? I think that sounds about right.
#Person1#: Yeah, you better pick up some mustard, catchup, and mayonnaise too.
#Person2#: Okay. What else? Uh, we're gonna [going to] need some soft drinks. How about ten of those big 2-liter bottles?
#Person1#: Sounds fine, but be sure to buy a variety of drinks.
#Person2#: Okay. And what about dessert?
#Person1#: Well, maybe we could ask Kathy to make a few cherry pies like she did last time.
#Person2#: Well, I wouldn't mind that, but you know, she's been very busy working two jobs, so I'd hate to ask her, [Oh, hum ... ] and uh ... Hey, why don't you whip up some of your oatmeal cookies? [Well ...] Hey, you could even ask, uh ..., what's her name ... yeah that new girl, Susan, the one that moved in across the street! [Well ...] I bet she'd be willing to help you! [I don't know ... ] She's a real knockout!
#Person1#: Nah, I don't think I could ask her ...[Ahh!] I don't know her phone number, plus ... [ Door bell rings ... ]
#Person2#: Hey, you don't need to. She's at the door!
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Well, I thought you two would hit it off, so I called her up saying I was you, and I invited her over to watch a movie.
#Person1#: You did what???
#Person2#: Wait, wait, wait ... [uhhhhh ... ] | #Person1# and Dave are discussing what food and drink to pick up for Saturday's picnic. They decide to buy hamburger meat, hot dogs, some chicken, potato chips, buns, sauce, and a variety of drinks. Dave invited Susan who just moved in across the street to home to watch a movie because he thinks she and #Person1# would hit it off. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I'd like a double room.
#Person2#: Do you have a reservation?
#Person1#: Yes, I called you last week from New York. My name is George Lee.
#Person2#: Wait a second, PLS. Yes, Mr. Lee, we have a room reserved for you. How long do you plan to stay?
#Person1#: Probably two days. My wife will join me tomorrow. Then we will decide when to leave for Seattle.
#Person2#: Would you sign the register, PLS?
#Person1#: By the way, does my room have a private bath?
#Person2#: Certainly, every room in this hotel has a private bath.
#Person1#: Does my room have twin beds or a double? I prefer a room with twin beds.
#Person2#: Your room has twin beds, Mr.Lee. It also has a view. I am sure you will like it. This is your key. It's on the eighth floor room 801. The elevator's over there.
#Person1#: Thank you. One more thing, where is your restaurant?
#Person2#: The restaurant is on the second floor. We also have a cafeteria on the top floor. If you would like something to drink, you can either call room service or come down here. The bar is right behind the lobby.
#Person1#: Thank you, you are very kind!
#Person2#: You are welcome! | George Lee reserved a double room and plans to stay for two days. #Person2# tells him details of his room and helps him to check in. #Person2# also tells George the location of the restaurant. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: May I come in?
#Person2#: Yes, please.
#Person1#: How are you doing, sir?
#Person2#: Fine, thank you. Are you coming for the interview as a secretary? What's your name?
#Person1#: Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Li Hua. Nice to meet you.
#Person2#: Nice to meet you, too. Miss Li. please have a seat. I am Peter Smith, the General Manager. | Li Hua comes to Peter Smith for the interview as a secretary. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Madam, what can I do for you?
#Person2#: Next week there will be a meeting with the manager of USE Company ; this is an important opportunity for our company to have a new relationship with a new partner. So, I want you to prepare an instruction book with detailed introduction of our products. This introduction will be presented in the meeting.
#Person1#: I get it. And. . . ?
#Person2#: Remember to add an agenda for this meeting and show our warm welcome to them.
#Person1#: How about adding some pictures of our products for the introduction?
#Person2#: Good idea! The pictures will illustrate the performance of our products vividly.
#Person1#: OK, I will prepare it right now.
#Person2#: A, do your best, it's very important.
#Person1#: Please trust me. I will finish it very well. | #Person2# asks #Person1# to prepare an instruction book with a detailed introduction of their products and the meeting agenda to welcome a potential partner. |
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#Person1#: Right, that ends the third and final part of our presentation. I'd like to end by emphasizing the main points. I'll give you a brief summary. There are three potential areas for development in the future, domestic, overseas market, and the internet. Each of these markets have their own particular need for marketing strategy. . . for domestic, we can rely on past research, for overseas markets we depend heavily on our cultural consultants, and for the internet, we need to redo our image to appeal to a young set of consumers. Our main issue here is that we need to be sensitive to the needs of different markets in order to continue to see success. Mark, did you have anything to add?
#Person2#: Yes, I want to restate one more time the importance of reinventing our company's image to appeal to different customer bases. I want to end with a true story that has to do exactly with what we've been talking about today. . . | #Person1# wants to end the presentation by emphasizing the main points that they need to be sensitive to different markets, while Mark wants to restate the importance of reinventing the company's image and end with a true story. |
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#Person1#: Billy, you are late again.
#Person2#: I'm sorry I'm late. I overslept. Is the manager here today?
#Person1#: Yes he's in his office.
#Person2#: Oh, god! I hope he didn't notice me.
#Person1#: Don't take any chances. I think it would be be best if you told him frankly and promised not to be late again. He's already mad at you for last 2 times. If there is any more, he might fire you.
#Person2#: You said it. It won't happen again. Do you really think he'd fire me?
#Person1#: I think he might. You'd better go to his office.
#Person2#: You are probably right. I'll go right now and apologize. I try hard not to be late but it is difficult with Beijing traffic.
#Person1#: Good luck! | Bill's late again because of oversleeping. #Person1# warns that Billy might be fired by the manager and suggest Billy apologize. |
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#Person1#: Paul, you were also a parent of young kids before. So, can you tell me what you did when your kids didn't behave very well?
#Person2#: I know Mark is your only child. You may do it differently from what I did. Sometimes I would tap their hands when they made troubles.
#Person1#: I do it, too. You know, sometimes when we eat, my child would pull a dish towards him and grab it with his hands and eat. And if it were something he doesn't like, he would spit it out and throw it into other dishes. He does it very often. I really get mad. I can't help spank him sometimes.
#Person2#: And what does your husband do?
#Person1#: My husband is an American. He criticizes me when I do that. He says that I can't change a child's behavior by using force. He is learning what I am doing now.
#Person2#: But spoiling a child is not going to do him good either! You'Ve got to have patience with him and teach him. It's not easy, I know. It's hard.
#Person1#: Yeah. I'm still learning how to control his behavior and my temper. My child is almost two years old, and I'Ve learnt the distraction technique when he cries for something. | Paul and #Person1# talk about what to do when kids don't behave well. Paul thinks #Person1# should learn how to teach #Person1#'s child patiently but it's hard. |
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#Person1#: Excuse me. Could you give me some directions?
#Person2#: What are you looking for?
#Person1#: A gas station. My car ran out of gas two blocks back.
#Person2#: Walk straight ahead until you come to the second traffic light. Then turn right.
#Person1#: Do you know the name of the street?
#Person2#: I can't remember, but it's the second light.
#Person1#: By the way, do you know the price of the gas now?
#Person2#: I'm afraid I don't. But I do know the price has gone up.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot. | #Person2# points out the way to the gas station for #Person1# and knows the price has gone up. |
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#Person1#: I've come to hear about your offer.
#Person2#: We have the offer ready for you. Let me check. 10 boxes with 50 brooches per box, at 20, 000 yuan ; 20 boxes with 50 waistbands per box, at 30, 000 yuan ; 15 boxes with other ornaments per box, at 7, 500 yuan, for shipment in June. The offer is valid for five days.
#Person1#: I can tell you right now that your prices are a little higher than we expected.
#Person2#: You know that the prices of the ornaments have been rising in recent years. The prices we offer this time compare favorably with quotations you can get else where.
#Person1#: I am afraid I can't agree with you there. I must point out your prices are higher than the quotations we've received from other companies.
#Person2#: But you must take the design and quality into consideration. You know we are superior to others in design and quality. We have various styles, which the other companies cannot catch up with.
#Person1#: I agree that yours are of the top.
#Person2#: Well, since your order is large enough, can you give me a rough idea?
#Person1#: To have this business concluded, I should say a reduction of least 10 % would help.
#Person2#: Impossible. How about 5 % off?
#Person1#: Right. A reduction of 5 % is acceptable. | #Person2# gives #Person1# an offer of ornaments. #Person1# thinks the price is higher than other companies. #Person2# asks #Person1# to consider design and quality. They agree on a 5% reduction. |
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#Person1#: Good morning everyone. Thank you for attending the meeting today. I'm sure you all have a copy of the agenda. So let's get started with the first issue.
#Person2#: We're here today to present to you the results of our marketing research regarding the consumer behavior.
#Person1#: I would like to begin by introducing our foreign guests to our stuff on your left, we have Mr. Brown, who is Vice President of Sales. Next to him is Ms. Arts, Director of Marketing for the Atlas Company. In the back row is Dr. Barolo, who is visiting from Italy. Thank you all for coming here.
#Person2#: I am glad to see everyone is here and on time. Let's get started! Susan, toss out some of your ideas. | #Person1# and #Person2# are hosting a meeting about the results of marketing research. They first introduce their guests, and then start the meeting. |
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#Person1#: In what way is your school different from other schools?
#Person2#: Our school is for all children because a few of the children are physically disabled, and some of the others have learning difficulties. In our school, we have faster learners and slower learners.
#Person1#: And is yours the only school like this?
#Person2#: That's correct. Up till now, disabled children and those with learning difficulties were sent to special schools. They grew up in a different world.
#Person1#: What made you decide to start this new school?
#Person2#: We realized that disabled children had no knowledge of children in ordinary schools. We thought it was important that all human beings should grow up together.
#Person1#: Do the slower learners hold up the faster learners?
#Person2#: No. For some classes, slow learners and faster learners are separated. In other classes they all work together.
#Person1#: How does that work?
#Person2#: Well. The faster learners help the slower learners. That way they become very skilled as teachers. When it's time for the faster learners to do a task or do their homework, they do it more quickly and better too. | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2#'s school is a school for both slower and faster learners, different from an ordinary school. #Person2# thinks all human beings should grow up together. #Person2#'s school makes faster learners help slower learners. |
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#Person1#: Why are you asking me about my boyfriend?
#Person2#: Well, Brad from school asked me out just today.
#Person1#: Brad Bush? Good for you!
#Person2#: But I don't know what to do.
#Person1#: You mean you've never had a boyfriend?
#Person2#: My mom says no boyfriend until I'm in college.
#Person1#: Until college?
#Person2#: Actually, that's what a lot of parents in Taiwan say to their kids. | #Person2# asks #Person1# about #Person1#'s boyfriend because #Person2# was invited to date by a boy but she doesn't know what to do. |
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#Person1#: Looks like a good party, I probably know about half the people.
#Person2#: Who's that boy?
#Person1#: Where?
#Person2#: The one next to the telephone.
#Person1#: I don't know. Never saw him before. Why?
#Person2#: I think he's the boy who just moved into my apartment building. | #Person2# thinks the boy next to the telephone at the party is the one who just moved into #Person2#'s apartment building. |
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#Person1#: Are you feeling better today, Bill?
#Person2#: Well, it's hard to say. I cough a lot in the evening.
#Person1#: You'd better give up smoking. It's bad for your health.
#Person2#: You're right, but you know, it's hard to give up an old habit.
#Person1#: But you should make up your mind first.
#Person2#: You know, I often have to work till late at night. I need something to keep me awake.
#Person1#: Why don't you go to bed and get up early? You'll have the same time for work.
#Person2#: Thank you for your advice! I'll try it. | #Person1# advises Bill to go to bed and get up early to work rather than smoke to keep himself awake. |
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#Person1#: Is this a duty-free shop?
#Person2#: Yes, sir. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: I want to buy some specialties. Can you recommend me some?
#Person2#: Sure. I strongly advise you to buy a bottle of perfume and a lighter.
#Person1#: Fine. They look nice. I will take both of them.
#Person2#: May I have a look at your passport, please? | #Person1# buys a bottle of perfume and a lighter as #Person2# recommends in a duty-free shop. |
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#Person1#: What sort of hours do you work, Steve?
#Person2#: Well, I have to work very long hours, about eleven hours a day.
#Person1#: What time do you start?
#Person2#: I work 9 to 3, then I start again at 5:30 and work until 11, six days a week. So I have to work very unsocial hours.
#Person1#: And do you have to work at the weekend?
#Person2#: Oh, yes, that's our busiest time. I get Wednesdays off.
#Person1#: What are the things you have to do and the things you don't have to do?
#Person2#: Uh, I don't have to do the washing-up, so that's good. I have to wear white, and I have to keep everything in the kitchen totally clean.
#Person1#: What's hard about the job?
#Person2#: You are standing up all the time. When we are busy, people get angry and sharp, but that's normal.
#Person1#: How did you learn the profession?
#Person2#: Well, I did a two-year course at college. In the first year we had to learn the basics, and then we had to take exams.
#Person1#: Was it easy to find a job?
#Person2#: I wrote to about six hotels and one of them gave me my first job, so I didn't have to wait too long.
#Person1#: And what's the secret of being good at your job?
#Person2#: Attention to detail. You have to love it. You have to show passion for it.
#Person1#: And what are your plans for the future?
#Person2#: I want to have my own place when the time is right. | #Person1# asks Steve about his working schedule, job content, the hard part of the job, study experience, work experience, and plans for the future. Steve answers the question in detail and shares his secret of being good at the job. |
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#Person1#: good morning. I understand that you'Ve got a problem with your washing machine. I'm from the repair company.
#Person2#: excellent. Come in please. The washing machine is in the bathroom upstairs. It keeps breaking down.
#Person1#: when did it first break down?
#Person2#: about ten days ago. I'Ve tried to use it since then. Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't. it's very frustrating.
#Person1#: is it still under warranty. If it is and I can't fix it, it would be quicker and easier to exchange it for a new one.
#Person2#: yes, it's still under warranty. Over the last few weeks, it's also been making a high - pitch noise when it's in use.
#Person1#: ok. I'll start by looking at the motor. I'll just unplug it and take a look inside the machine. . . oh, yes. There's the problem. It's quite simple. I'll sort it out in a few minutes.
#Person2#: what's wrong with it?
#Person1#: part of the motor is loose. I can put it back in place quite easily.
#Person2#: that's great. Thanks very much. Would you like a cup of tea or coffee? | #Person2#'s washing machine keeps breaking down. It's still under warranty. #Person1# checks it and finds part of the motor is loose. #Person1#'ll fix it. |
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#Person1#: Hi, Henry. Did you watch the fifty-seventh annual Grammy Awards on TV?
#Person2#: No, I had to work overtime that night. Did you watch them?
#Person1#: Not on TV. I was at the ceremony, so I got to see the performances in person.
#Person2#: That's amazing! How many awards were there?
#Person1#: 83 in all. One more than in two thousand fourteen and the show featured some unexpected performances.
#Person2#: Oh, right! The Grammys usually have great performances. Were they good this year?
#Person1#: Oh, they were amazing, all 23 of them. The Grammys are really an award ceremony, but the performances definitely take center stage. This year, the legendary rock band star from The Beatles, Paul McCartney, performed together with Rihanna and Kanye West!
#Person2#: I heard that Lady Gaga made an appearance, too. Who did she perform with?
#Person1#: With Tony Bennett. You really shouldn't have missed the show.
#Person2#: I'll watch it online tonight. | #Person1# describes to Henry the fifty-seventh annual Grammy Awards. Henry did not watch it because he had to work overtime that night and will watch it online tonight. |
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#Person1#: Hey Joe, is there anything to eat? I'm starving.
#Person2#: No, I thought there was a frozen pizza but it's gone. Um, Meg, why don't we get take out?
#Person1#: Oh oK. Why don't we get Chinese food wongs quick?
#Person2#: OK. Where is the?
#Person1#: Oh it's on the notice board in the kitchen.
#Person2#: Oh here it is. OK, what do you feel like having?
#Person1#: I like the lemon chicken.
#Person2#: Lemon chicken, OK, and the sweet and sour pork is always good, isn't it? What about some rice?
#Person1#: Yeah, 2 orders of steamed rice and how about some vegetables.
#Person2#: I don't care, fine. One serving of stir fried vegetables. Anything else?
#Person1#: No, that should do it.
#Person2#: OK. I'll call them.
#Person1#: Good. Hey and ask them to make it quick I'm starving. | Meg and Joe talk about what to order. They will have lemon chicken, pork, rice, and stir-fried vegetables. |
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#Person1#: May, look, what's that in the cage?
#Person2#: Don't you know that? It's panda.
#Person1#: Of course I know. I just can't see it very well.
#Person2#: OK, then put on your glasses, and do you know what does the panda eat?
#Person1#: Of course, Bamboo!
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: I also know they are given to other countries as gifts for friendship.
#Person2#: You sound quite knowledgeable.
#Person1#: Not really, panda is my favorite animal.
#Person2#: Actually, it likes milk too.
#Person1#: Any way, in a word, panda is our friend.
#Person2#: Do you know other famous animals in the world?
#Person1#: Yeah, let me think, the kangaroo and koala bear from Australia are very famous.
#Person2#: That's right. OK, let's move on. | May tells #Person1# that it's a panda in a cage. #Person1# likes pandas best and knows a lot about them. |
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#Person1#: Hello, Ms. Murphy?
#Person2#: Yes? Who's calling?
#Person1#: It's John Anderson. I'm afraid I'm going to be out sick today. I'Ve got a nasty cold. I hope you don't mind, ma'am.
#Person2#: No, that's no problem. I'm sorry to hear you're not feeling well. Get some rest. If you need to see a doctor, let me know. | John is calling Ms. Murphy to tell her he got a cold. |
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#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I'd like to buy a keepsake for my girlfriend. Could you make a recommendation for me?
#Person1#: I'd like to. How do you like the hat?
#Person2#: It's not special. It can be seen everywhere.
#Person1#: How about the umbrella? It's made of wood and paper. It's very beautiful.
#Person2#: It's interesting. Let me see.
#Person1#: Do you like it?
#Person2#: Yes, how much is it?
#Person1#: Fifty yuan.
#Person2#: OK, I'll take it. | #Person2# buys a 50 yuan wooden umbrella as a keepsake for his girlfriend from #Person2#. |
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#Person1#: Could you help me figure out why I am missing my unemployment check for this week?
#Person2#: I hope that you remembered to send in your last Continued Claim Form.
#Person1#: I am pretty sure that I didn't send that claim form in.
#Person2#: You have to send that form in every two weeks so we that we will know what to pay you.
#Person1#: Can I mail it in late?
#Person2#: If it is not more than fourteen days past its due date, then you may still mail it in.
#Person1#: I think that I will mail it in right away when I get it next time, so I won't be late.
#Person2#: You can't mail it in early because you don't know, in advance, how much you will be working.
#Person1#: Even though I was late turning in my form, will my paycheck be late?
#Person2#: Yes, your check will be a little late in getting to you. | #Person2# helps #Person1# figure out why #Person1# misses the unemployment check and reminds #Person1# to mail the claim form in time or the check will be received late. |
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#Person1#: I like to book a few seats for hamlet, please.
#Person2#: Yes, sir.
#Person1#: Have you got any seats downstairs?
#Person2#: Yes, we have.
#Person1#: How much are they?
#Person2#: $3.75 each.
#Person1#: Are there any seats for $2.5?
#Person2#: Yes, there are. Upstairs. How many?
#Person1#: 4 please.
#Person2#: For which night?
#Person1#: What about Saturday October twenty first?
#Person2#: I can give you 4 seats in row 8.
#Person1#: How long will the performance last?
#Person2#: 2 1/2 hours.
#Person1#: Thank you. How much will that be in all? | #Person1# books 4 seats for hamlet for Saturday, October 21st, with #Person2#'s assistance. |
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#Person1#: You ready?
#Person2#: Am I ready for what?
#Person1#: Are you ready to transfer to a new school tomorrow?
#Person2#: Oh. Yes, I'm ready to transfer.
#Person1#: You're not nervous, are you?
#Person2#: I'm very nervous.
#Person1#: Why are you nervous?
#Person2#: I'm not going to know anybody there.
#Person1#: That's not a problem.
#Person2#: That makes me nervous.
#Person1#: It's fun meeting new people.
#Person2#: I didn't think about it that way. | #Person2# is ready to transfer to another school and tells #Person1# #Person2#'s nervous. |
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#Person1#: What do you think of studying abroad?
#Person2#: I think it's a great idea. Studying abroad will offer you plenty of new opportunities. Are you planning on going abroad?
#Person1#: Yes, I hope so. I am studying for my BELTS right now.
#Person2#: Which country do you want to go to?
#Person1#: I'd like to study in the UK, but it's really expensive.
#Person2#: Have you applied to any schools there?
#Person1#: Yes, I received a conditional offer from Oxford University a few days ago.
#Person2#: Congratulations! That's excellent news? What do you have to do to get an unconditional offer?
#Person1#: I have to get an BELTS score of 7. 5 overall. Do you think I can do that?
#Person2#: If you study hard, I don't see why you wouldn't. Have you received any other offers?
#Person1#: I was also accepted into Yale University, and Sydney University.
#Person2#: If you're worried about money, the cost of living is lowest in America. However, if you go to Oxford University, you'll probably be able to get any job you want in the future.
#Person1#: I just can't decide where to go. It's not an easy decision to make.
#Person2#: If I were you, I'd apply for some scholarships and grants before you decide. Whatever you do, I know you'll succeed. | #Person1# asks #Person2# for suggestions about studying abroad. #Person1#'s got offers from Oxford University, Yale University, and Sydney University, but #Person1# worries about money. #Person2# advises #Person1# to apply for some scholarships and grants before #Person1# decides. |
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#Person1#: You say your products are aimed at the green consumer. In what ways are they environmentally-friendly?
#Person2#: We produce household cleaning products - detergents and so on. They are all phosphate-free, which minimises damage to the environment.
#Person1#: What about the packaging?
#Person2#: We try to use as little packaging as possible. Also, all our bottles are made of recyclable plastic and we use recycled fibre in our boxes. That's what our customers want. | #Person2# tells #Person1# they produce phosphate-free household cleaning product and use minimal packaging. |
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#Person1#: Yes, sir. May I help you?
#Person2#: I have a reservation for tonight. John Durgin.
#Person1#: Just a moment, please. Let me check. That's right. You have a reservation for a two-room suite for tonight.
#Person2#: I'm afraid there's been a mistake. I only reserve a single room, not a suite.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, Mr. Durgin, but this is what is available. Your reservation arrived too late to have a single. There's a large conference in town this week and we're full up.
#Person2#: Well, if that's the way it is, I'll have to take it.
#Person1#: Please sign the register here. Your suite is 526.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: The lift is on your right, sir, and I'll have your bags sent up in a moment.
#Person2#: Fine, thanks. | Mr. Durgin booked a single room, but the hotel reserves a suite. #Person1# explains that's because they are full. Mr. Durgin accepts. |
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#Person1#: Hello. I'd like a copy of the brochure, please. How much is that?
#Person2#: It's free. There's one map inside.
#Person1#: Oh. Thank you very much. Look, I'm only here for three days. What are the best places to see?
#Person2#: Well... There is a lot you could do. Are you interested in visiting some outlying islands such as Lantau?
#Person1#: Outlying islands?
#Person2#: Yes, there are a lot of interesting things you can see there; there are old villages and temples. And the scenery is very nice. This brochure tells you more. You could think about it.
#Person1#: Well... I will. Thanks very much indeed!
#Person2#: You're welcome. | #Person1# buys the brochure from #Person2# and asks #Person2# what are the best places to see. #Person2# recommends some outlying islands. |
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#Person1#: Good morning, sir. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I want to check in.
#Person1#: Have you made a reservation?
#Person2#: No, I want a double room. By the way, is there any discount for children?
#Person1#: Yes, children are half price.
#Person2#: Ok, please have me arrange one. | #Person2# wants a double room. #Person1# tells him children are half price. |
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#Person1#: Can you tell me what happened here?
#Person2#: Yes. I had a bad traffic accident. Look, my car looks like a squashed coke can.
#Person1#: Did you see the car before it hit you?
#Person2#: No, I didn't. That car was too fast.
#Person1#: Which lane were you in?
#Person2#: I don't remember.
#Person1#: What was your speed then?
#Person2#: 40 miles per hour.
#Person1#: Which direction were you coming from? And which direction were you going?
#Person2#: Just straight.
#Person1#: OK, please move your vehicle off to the side of the road. We will check on it. Do you feel like you need an ambulance, Miss?
#Person2#: No, I didn't get hurt. Thanks for your concern.
#Person1#: No problem, Miss. | #Person2# had a bad traffic accident and she tells #Person2# about her driving states like speed and direction before the accident. |
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#Person1#: What do you expect of the position?
#Person2#: I hope to apply my knowledge and experience on the job and make further improvement.
#Person1#: What do you think about occupational planning?
#Person2#: It is quite important for all of us. Without clear goals, one may lose direction and cannot pave the way for their future.
#Person1#: Tell me something about your goals.
#Person2#: As a graduate, it may be more important to develop myself effectively in my future work. And whatever job I may take, I will make the best efforts.
#Person1#: If confronted with difficult task, what will you do?
#Person2#: I will make full use of the chance and get myself ready for the challenges all the time.
#Person1#: Would you care much about your salary?
#Person2#: Salary is, admittedly, important, but I will care more about what I can learn from the job.
#Person1#: If you were assigned some work which you are not so interested, would you take it or not?
#Person2#: I would take it. After all, interest is not the only thing one should care about. | #Person1# interviews #Person2#. #Person1# asks #Person2# about #Person2#'s expectation of the position, occupational planning, goals, and altitude towards salary and work. #Person2# will make use of the chance and get #Person2#'s self ready for the challenges. |
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#Person1#: Hi, Francis, I want a new apartment. Are there any near you?
#Person2#: Why do you want another apartment?
#Person1#: The man who lives upstairs plays music all night and I can't fall asleep.
#Person2#: What kind of apartment do you want?
#Person1#: Not a big one. One bedroom is fine.
#Person2#: Do you mind having a roommate?
#Person1#: No, I can live with a roommate. Why?
#Person2#: My brother wants a roommate. Why don't you phone him?
#Person1#: Does he live near the ocean?
#Person2#: Yes, he does. | #Person1# wants a new apartment and Francis recommends #Person1# to share the apartment with his brother. |
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#Person1#: Do you want to go to the movies tonight?
#Person2#: I can't. I have to review my lessons.
#Person1#: Are you having a test tomorrow?
#Person2#: Yes. We're having our mid-term exam.
#Person1#: I wish you good luck.
#Person2#: Thanks. But I'm a little nervous.
#Person1#: Nervous? You used to study very well.
#Person2#: But I haven't studied for a long time. | #Person1# invites #Person2# to the movies but #Person2# needs to study for the test. |
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#Person1#: May I see your passport, please?
#Person2#: Certainly. Here it is.
#Person1#: You are here on business, I think?
#Person2#: That's right. A German company has invited me for business talks.
#Person1#: How long will you be staying?
#Person2#: Just two weeks.
#Person1#: How many pieces of baggage have you got?
#Person2#: Only one. In this case, I have a camera.
#Person1#: Do you intend to take it out on your departure?
#Person2#: Yes, I do.
#Person1#: According to the regulations, the camera you've brought along for personal use can be passed for the time being duty free, but you will have to take it out with you when you leave the country.
#Person2#: I will.
#Person1#: Well. Have a pleasant stay in Germany.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# is here on business and have a camera. #Person1# reminds #Person2# should take the camera out when leaving the country. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Management is going through a big turnover these days. With Bill's retirement, and department realignment, we have lost about 1/3 of our managerial staff. They've been dropping like flies...
#Person2#: Isn't that a good thing? Having fewer bosses means having less stress, don't you think?
#Person1#: Actually, I don't think so. Supervisors are really important to make sure everything goes smoothly in the workplace. They are necessary for divvying up work and disciplining employees. If there is no one to keep an eye on us, no one would get any work done. You know what they say, when the cat's away, the mice play.
#Person2#: You're right, we do need leadership. But what we don't need is too many people to lead us. You know what they say about too many chiefs and not enough Indians...
#Person1#: Alright... I get your point. | #Person1# says 1/3 of the managerial staff are lost but #Person2# thinks it's good. #Person1# says the supervisors are good for efficiency but #Person2# thinks there are too many supervisors. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: It's taking you forever to do my hair.
#Person2#: Give me a minute.
#Person1#: You should've been done already.
#Person2#: There you go.
#Person1#: I don't think that you're done.
#Person2#: What's wrong?
#Person1#: My hair looks hideous.
#Person2#: What's so bad about it?
#Person1#: It doesn't look good at all.
#Person2#: Sorry about that.
#Person1#: I really hope that you didn't expect me to pay you for this.
#Person2#: Well, let me talk to my manager, okay? | #Person1# is unsatisfied with the haircut made by #Person2# and refuses to pay for it. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hi. How can we help you today?
#Person2#: Yeah, I'd like to get my hair cut a little.
#Person1#: Well, can we interest you in today's special?
#Person2#: Um... nah, nah.
#Person1#: We'll shampoo, cut and style your hair for one unbelievable low price of $9.99. Plus, we'll give you a clean shaved to help you relax.
#Person2#: I just want to get my hair cut. A little of the top and sides. That's all.
#Person1#: OK, here we go. Time for the shampoo. Just move back. So what do you do, sir?
#Person2#: I'm a lawyer, specializing in workplace accidents. I have an interview today. Hey, hey, you got shampoo in my eye!
#Person1#: Relax, sir, relax. I'm almost finished. Now, let me see, how does this thing work?
#Person2#: Look at all that hair on the floor! How much are you cutting off?
#Person1#: Don't worry, sir. OK, now let's dry your hair and put a little styling gel in it.
#Person2#: Hey, what happened to my hair? Are you even a licensed beautician? How in the world am I supposed to go to my job interview looking like this? I want to talk to the manager.
#Person1#: I'm sorry, but he is on vacation.
#Person2#: Forget it. Forget it. Is there any place in this town that can give me a decent haircut and fix this damage?
#Person1#: Well, my brother works next door and he offers a complete package for...
#Person2#: I know. Forget I even asked. | #Person2# wants to get his hair cut because as a lawyer, he has an interview today. He refuses #Person1#'s recommendation of today's special. Finally, #Person1# cut off too much and #Person2# feels so angry that he wants to find another place to have a decent haircut. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Have you heard about Alice and David?
#Person2#: No, have they had another fight?
#Person1#: No, they've got engaged.
#Person2#: You must be joking. Those two?
#Person1#: Well, my dear, I didn't believe it either. But I got it straight from the horse's mouth. David called me this morning.
#Person2#: So when did this all happen?
#Person1#: Last weekend, while they were on their ski trip.
#Person2#: Well, I believe it now, and when are they are getting married?
#Person1#: Next June.
#Person2#: I can hardly believe it. | #Person1# and #Person2# can't believe that Alice and David, who fought with each other, got engaged. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Excuse me, sir, but are you Mr. Robertson from Australia?
#Person2#: Yes, I am.
#Person1#: How do you do, Mr. Robertson? Welcome to Beijing!
#Person2#: How do you do?
#Person1#: I'm Lily.
#Person2#: Oh, it's great to meet you, Miss Lily.
#Person1#: I'm also glad to meet you. Please come this way. That's our car. Your baggage can go in the boot.
#Person2#: Good.
#Person1#: Is this your first visit to Beijing?
#Person2#: This is my first visit to China. It has been my long-cherished desire to pay a visit to your beautiful country.
#Person1#: You are going to stay in Beijing for...
#Person2#: Five days. And then I have to fly to Xi'an. My wife will be waiting for me in Hong Kong. But on my way to Hong Kong I will visit Guilin first.
#Person1#: That's a wonderful idea. Well, Mr. Robertson, were you born in Australia?
#Person2#: No, I was born in London.
#Person1#: No wonder I can understand you so well.
#Person2#: Yes, I speak British English with a bit of an Australian accent.
#Person1#: I find it hard to understand some Australian friends who speak Australian English.
#Person2#: Do you? I think it is because we Australians speak very quickly. | Lily's giving Mr. Robertson a reception who comes to Beijing for the first time. Mr. Robertson tells Lily his travel plan and they talk about the Australian accent. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I am sorry I am so late to work.
#Person2#: What was the problem?
#Person1#: I lost track of time.
#Person2#: Things happen ; make sure it doesn't become a habit.
#Person1#: OK, it won't happen again.
#Person2#: All right, please take this message and call this client.
#Person1#: OK, no problem.
#Person2#: Now does everyone understand the diagram on the board?
#Person1#: Yes, I understand the numbers.
#Person2#: I will explain it again ; especially for those of you who arrived late. | #Person1# was late to work. #Person2# asks #Person1# not to do it again and will explain the diagram again. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: And so, that concludes my outline for our marketing strategy next year. Thank you very much for your time.
#Person2#: Hey, that was quite the presentation! Honestly, I was completely blown away by your strategy outline. I've gotta say, Alex, you really wowed me today.
#Person1#: Aw, come on, it was nothing. I'm just doing my job.
#Person2#: No, I think you deserve some recognition here ; I mean, if I look back on your previous presentations, this is a huge improvement.
#Person1#: Well, Kristin did give me a hand with the slides. She's a real wiz on PowerPoint.
#Person2#: And I saw that you took on board my feedback about pricing strategies. I really appreciate you taking the time to think though my suggestions.
#Person1#: Yeah, well, that was some good advice. You made some really good points.
#Person2#: Well, I just wanted to say well done. Really you did a great job. | #Person2# praises Alex on the strategy outline of the presentation and appreciates that he took #Person2#'s advice about pricing strategies. Alex also mentions Kristin's help on his Powerpoint. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: So Kim, have you ever had anything stolen?
#Person2#: Stolen? No, why?
#Person1#: My uncle just had his motorcycle stolen a few nights ago. I was just thinking about how clever criminals are these days.
#Person2#: Criminals are clever? They're only successful when people are careless.
#Person1#: I don't know. The ones who stole my uncle's motorcycle were pretty good.
#Person2#: If your uncle had an alarm system, then it wouldn't have happened.
#Person1#: He did. It was one of the best ones available. But that didn't stop them from disabling 11 it. And on a crowded street too.
#Person2#: Didn't anyone stop them?
#Person1#: You would think that people would be smart enough to stop something like that. No one knew his motorcycle was being stolen. The thieves came in a truck and convinced everybody that my uncle was parked illegally and they were there to tow it away.
#Person2#: Wow, they were good. I guess criminals aren't that dumb after all.
#Person1#: That's not the end. They were so good that they convinced a bystander to help them lift the motorcycle and put it in the truck. | #Person1# convinces Kim of the cleverness of today's criminals by telling Kim how #Person1#'s uncle's motorcycle was stolen. These criminals convinced other people that the motorcycle was parked illegally and they were there to tow it away. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Dutton Hotels. How may I help you today?
#Person2#: I wanted to check rates and availability for your San Francisco location.
#Person1#: Certainly, I can help you with that. Will that be the downtown or waterfront location?
#Person2#: The waterfront location.
#Person1#: What date do you plan to check in?
#Person2#: I'd like to check in on October 12th and check out the 15th.
#Person1#: Okay, let me see what we have. For how many?
#Person2#: One. And, if possible, I'm looking for a non-smoking room.
#Person1#: Sure, we have a non-smoking queen with an ocean view for $ 189 or a standard room with a courtyard view for $ 139 a night.
#Person2#: I'd like to book the standard room.
#Person1#: Okay, your last name?
#Person2#: Rama.
#Person1#: And, your first name?
#Person2#: Jeff.
#Person1#: Okay, I have you booked in a standard non-smoking queen, checking in on October 12th and departing the 15th. What major credit card would you like to use to guarantee the reservation?
#Person2#: A Visa.
#Person1#: The number and expiration?
#Person2#: It's 7388-2424- 3535-1818 and the expiration is 05/08.
#Person1#: Your confirmation number is PD672. Is there anything else I help you with?
#Person2#: No, that's all. Thanks.
#Person1#: Have a nice day and thanks you for calling Dutton Hotels. | Jeff Rama phones Dutton Hotels to check rates and availability for their waterfront location in San Francisco. #Person1# helps Jeff books a standard non-smoking queen, checking in on October 12th and departing the 15th. |