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You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hello Michael.
#Person2#: Hello Todd.
#Person1#: We're going to talk about Australia. Or your going to talk about Australia. So first of all how any people live in Australia?
#Person2#: Australia? Oh, there's about twenty million people in Australia right now. A little bit under, but close to twenty.
#Person1#: OK. What are the biggest cities?
#Person2#: The biggest city? The biggest city is Sydney, then it's followed by Melbourne and then Brisbane and then I think it's Perth. But most of the big cities are on the East Coast of Australia. And Perth is on the west coast, but sort of of out there by itself.
#Person1#: OK. Um, if you had to live in one place where would you live?
#Person2#: I like Brisbane. I had my teenage years in Brisbane, growing up in Brisbane, um or maybe Sidney because it is a big city, but Brisbane has got the gold coast and the sunshine.
#Person1#: Oh, nice. Actually, what is the capital city of Australia?
#Person2#: Ah, Canberra is the capital city. But is not the biggest city. Sydney is the biggest city. Canberra was made sort of by the politicians so Sydney wouldn't get to crowded. It's a separate territory. | Todd asks Michael to talk about Australia. Michael tells him the population, the biggest cities, the city he prefers to live in and the capital. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hello, Vicki.
#Person2#: Hi, David. What a beautiful necklace! Dude, I'Ve never seen anything like it.
#Person1#: Well, you can have it for eleven hundred, as a friend.
#Person2#: I think seven hundred is enough.
#Person1#: What? Seven hundred?
#Person2#: Well, eight hundred, then?
#Person1#: No, one thousand at least.
#Person2#: Eight hundred and fifty. Come on. I have 4 kids, 3 dogs, and 2 husbands to feed!
#Person1#: You're a thief, Vicki. But I guess, eight hundred and fifty is all right.
#Person2#: Here you are, sucker!
#Person1#: Victory for me, I bought it for 30 bucks just yesterday! | Vicki wants to buy David's necklace and bargains with him. Finally, the deal is concluded. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Excuse me, are you Sara Wilson?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. You must be Tom. Nice to meet you.
#Person1#: Nice to meet you too. Let me help you with your bags.
#Person2#: Be careful, Tom. Those are pretty heavy.
#Person1#: Wow, you're not kidding. Hold on a second. Hello, could you give us a hand, please? | Tom helps Sara Wilson with her heavy bag. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Well, Sally. Why do you look unhappy?
#Person2#: Oh, Hill, I have just had a quarrel with Mr. Smith.
#Person1#: What on earth was it about?
#Person2#: Well, I have made three bad mistakes so far this week, so he got very angry with me.
#Person1#: But I don't understand. You are usually very careful and never make mistakes.
#Person2#: I'm just so tired. I don't know what I'm doing.
#Person1#: Why? Have you been going to bed late these days?
#Person2#: No, I'm usually in bed at about eleven. But I've been woken up at about half past four every morning. And then I cannot go back to sleep again,
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: It's my new neighbor, the milkman next door. He gets up at half past four and he always turns the radio on loudly. And it's difficult to ask him to mm it down. I don't know him yet.
#Person1#: If you don't want to see him, write him a letter. I'll help you write the letter.
#Person2#: OK. Let's try. | Sally quarreled with Mr. Smith because she had made bad mistakes. Sally tells Hill it was because she had bad sleep caused by her neighbor. Hill suggests her write a letter to her new neighbor. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hello, Lucy. When are you going off to Beijing?
#Person2#: This evening.
#Person1#: How are you getting there, by air or by train?
#Person2#: By train. It leaves at 5:00 and arrives in Beijing at 7:10 tomorrow morning.
#Person1#: Oh, only 14 hours. Is anybody seeing you off this evening?
#Person2#: Yes, my parents are going with me to the station to see me off.
#Person1#: That's good! How long are you staying in Beijing for your holiday?
#Person2#: Only four days. Well, I must be off now. See you when I get back.
#Person1#: OK. Good luck and have a good trip!
#Person2#: Thanks. Goodbye! | #Person1# asks Lucy's plan for leaving for Beijing and Lucy tells #Person1# the details and her parents will see her off. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: What do you think of the novel you just finished reading?
#Person2#: I like it a lot. It has a very funny beginning, I think. It attracts your attention the moment you begin reading it.
#Person1#: What do you like best about it?
#Person2#: I like the plot. It's so full of twists and turns. I also like the main character. She is so humorous and smart.
#Person1#: What do you think of the ending?
#Person2#: The ending is a bit weak. It's so abrupt, like those of most other detective stories. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# likes the novel and likes the plot and the main character best. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I'm really glad I got a chance to talk to you before you left, Mary. Have a safe trip!
#Person2#: Thanks. Try not to work too hard while I'm away!
#Person1#: Yeah, I'll try not to! See you after Christmas.
#Person2#: Okay-bye! Have a nice Christmas. | #Person1# sees Mary off before Mary's Christmas trip. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I heard you were promoted to general manager of IBM's China Headquarters.
#Person2#: That's true. I got the news yesterday.
#Person1#: You did a good job for the company. You deserve it.
#Person2#: You're flattering me.
#Person1#: So. this is your first day in the new position. How do you feel?
#Person2#: Not bad. I'm confident. And I like challenges.
#Person1#: I believe you are cut out for this position. You're an outstanding individual.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person1# congratulates #Person2#'s promotion and believes #Person2# is ready. #Person2# is confident and thanks #Person1#. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: When can we expect you for dinner? Can you come tonight?
#Person2#: Not tonight. I promised to go to a concert with my sister.
#Person1#: Well. . . How about Friday then?
#Person2#: That sounds fine.
#Person1#: Good. Shall we say seven o'clock?
#Person2#: I'll be there. You're still a fabulous cook, aren't you?
#Person1#: That'll be for you to decide. I've got a new dish that I want to try out on you.
#Person2#: I'm ready. I'll look forward to it all Friday! | #Person2#'ll come to #Person1#'s house for dinner on Friday and #Person1# will prepare a new dish. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Would you please take a seat over there? There are some interesting magazines on the coffee-table.
#Person2#: Thank you. How long it take to get my son's hair cut?
#Person1#: It shouldn't be long. Thirty minutes, tops. Are you in a hurry?
#Person2#: No. I'm thinking that maybe I can get my hair shampooed.
#Person1#: Good idea. Do you want a wash or a massage? Massage is especially good when you are tired.
#Person2#: How come?
#Person1#: Because it helps you speed up your circulation.
#Person2#: Then I won't say no to that.
#Person1#: How do you like it?
#Person2#: I feel totally refreshed.
#Person1#: We have discount coupons. 100 Yuan for ten times. Would you like to have one?
#Person2#: This time included?
#Person1#: Of course.
#Person2#: Then yes. | #Person2# is thinking about getting hair shampooed when #Person2#'s son is getting hair cut. #Person1# recommends a massage. #Person2# feels refreshed and buys the coupon. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: What are you doing this weekend?
#Person2#: I am not sure. What are you doing?
#Person1#: I was thinking of maybe taking a drive to the beach.
#Person2#: That sounds like a great idea!
#Person1#: Would you be interested in joining me?
#Person2#: Sure, I would love to go with you. When would you be leaving?
#Person1#: I thought that we could leave around 8
#Person2#: That would give us plenty of time to explore. Did you know that there is a music festival on the beach in Santa Barbara?
#Person1#: That was part of my plan.
#Person2#: Well then, I'll see you on Saturday. Thanks for asking me to go with you. | #Person1# invites #Person2# to the beach this weekend. #Person2# accepts. #Person1# suggests going to a music festival on the beach, which was a part of #Person2#'s plan. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hello, my name is Clark. May I speak to Mr. Allen, please?
#Person2#: This is Rick Allen speaking. Can I help you?
#Person1#: Mr. Allen, I have just received your note which informs me that you have offered the accountant position to another candidate. May I ask why I was defeated?
#Person2#: We have thought of you very carefully, but the other candidate has more experience.
#Person1#: Experience is indeed very important, but don't you think capability is more important than it?
#Person2#: Of course, I think so. But how can you prove to me that you are more capable?
#Person1#: Maybe you could hire me on trial, if I'm not qualified for this position, you can let me go.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. | Clark asks Mr. Allen why he was defeated for a job position. Mr. Allen says the other candidate had more experience. Clark convinces Mr. Allen to give him a job trial. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Francis, you have done an outstanding work in the past six months. In view of your achievement, I trust you ' re now indispensable part of our company and you deserve an officer director title.
#Person2#: I am so happy to know that I could make some contribution to our company.
#Person1#: This title does not only give you a raising pay-check, but also increase responsibilities. Congratulations, and hope the best for you.
#Person2#: Thank you, I will be doing my best. | #Person2# praises Francis's performances and gives the title of officer director to him. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: What do you do and where do you work?
#Person2#: I'm a firefighter. I work in North Carolina of the US.
#Person1#: What time does your work day begin and end?
#Person2#: I start at 8:00 in the morning and work until 8:00 the next morning. Then I have a day off. If I get a call early or late, then I work overtime.
#Person1#: What kind of clothes do you wear to work?
#Person2#: I wear a blue work uniform. I also have a dress uniform. That is for special occasions, such as promotions and things like that.
#Person1#: Tell us something about your education.
#Person2#: I have a high school degree. Before working here I did not attend college, but now I take classes in the Fire Department. I do a lot of training together with other firefighters.
#Person1#: What subjects are important to your job?
#Person2#: Just about everything, including chemistry, math, physical education, social skills, geography and computer skills. | #Person1# is interviewing #Person2# about #Person2#'s job by asking the time and location of work as well as the uniform and education of #Person2#. #Person2# says about everything when being asked the important subject of the job. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hey Annie, who is this picture of?
#Person2#: Oh, that's my great, great, great, great, great, great, great grandfather.
#Person1#: I think you can say your seventh great grandfather! Cutie! What's his name?
#Person2#: Peter Madsen. A great A if I do say so myself.
#Person1#: Nice pun. What is it you active about him most?
#Person2#: He loved his family and his countrymen and his freedom.
#Person1#: He looks like a very personable man.
#Person2#: He was. He was friendly toward and showed concern for everyone he met. | Annie tells #Person1# about the picture of Annie's seventh great grandfather who was a very personable man. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Why on earth are you so late? I've been waiting for more than half an hour!
#Person2#: Why? Because I was almost killed. Some awful driver hit the back wheel of my bicycle and sent me onto the pavement.
#Person1#: Oh, my God! Are you hurt?
#Person2#: No, fortunately I'm fine.
#Person1#: Thank goodness for that! | #Person2# suffered a car accident but isn't hurt. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I need to see if I qualify for a home loan.
#Person2#: I can help you. How much money do you make per year?
#Person1#: I make around one hundred thousand dollars per year.
#Person2#: How long have you been on your current job?
#Person1#: I have only worked at this job for 6 months, but I have a longer job history elsewhere.
#Person2#: Do you have any other outside income from rental property or a trust?
#Person1#: No, I only receive my salary.
#Person2#: Do you know your credit score?
#Person1#: I think that it is around 600.
#Person2#: By crunching the numbers and putting in your expenses, I estimate that you can afford a house of around five hundred thousand dollars. | #Person2# asks about #Person1#'s job history, income, and credit score and estimates that #Person1# can afford a house of around five hundred thousand dollars. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Well, I think my article can't be more awful.
#Person2#: Not likely. Why are you so unconfident about your paper?
#Person1#: You know, I missed the deadline for handing in the paper. So I'm uncertain about the content of my paper.
#Person2#: Take it easy. Actually, I read your article last night and I found that you had applied the general knowledge to specific problems in your article.
#Person1#: You think so? You mean I have done well?
#Person2#: Yeah, your work is not bad. However, I have some suggestions for you. Keep to the point, but cross out the unimportant information carefully, or that may have caused some mistakes.
#Person1#: OK, thanks. | #Person1# feels awful about #Person1#'s paper. #Person2# encourages #Person1# and offers some refining advice. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hello, Clark Cycle here. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Oh, hello. I saw your ad in the local paper and I'm wondering what kinds of bikes you have, and what your prices are like?
#Person1#: Well, we hire out 3 main types of machine, electric touring and mountain bikes. Are you likely to be riding off-road, do you think?
#Person2#: No, I'll probably be sticking to roads. So, we're touring bike would be best.
#Person1#: Right, well the rate will be 50 pounds for a week or 14 pounds per day.
#Person2#: So it's a lot cheaper to rent by the week. Is there anything else I'd have to pay?
#Person1#: Well, for another 5 pounds, we can supply lightweight bags. There is no charge for things like a pump or for a lock. It's a good strong one, just make sure you don't lose the key.
#Person2#: Huh, so if I do go ahead and hire one. How do I pay? By check or would it have to be cash?
#Person1#: Neither I'm afraid, we can only accept credit card bookings.
#Person2#: I've got a visa in my name will that be ok?
#Person1#: Sure. | #Person2# calls #Person1# for some information about bikes. #Person1# introduces the 3 main types of machines and their prices with additional services. #Person2# will hire a touring bike by week and pay it with a visa card. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: You look like a basket case.
#Person2#: I'm not surprised.
#Person1#: What's the problem?
#Person2#: My brother in-law just dropped in from the states.
#Person1#: Yeah, and?
#Person2#: I decided to put him up while he's here, big mistake!
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: He's lazy. I tried being a good host, but if you give him an inch, he'll take a mile.
#Person1#: I guess you think twice next time he comes.
#Person2#: You can say that again.
#Person1#: So how long has he here for?
#Person2#: Two weeks. If he thinks I'll put up with his attitude that long he's got another thing coming.
#Person1#: Well, I know you do the right thing. | #Person2# complains to #Person1# about #Person2#'s brother-in-law dropped in, and #Person2# will not put up with his attitude second. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hi, Celia! How was your trip to the United States?
#Person2#: It was terrific. I really enjoyed it.
#Person1#: Great. How long were you away?
#Person2#: I was there for about three weeks.
#Person1#: That's a long time! Was the weather OK?
#Person2#: Yes, most of the time. But it snowed a lot in Chicago.
#Person1#: So, what was the best thing about your trip?
#Person2#: Oh, that's difficult to say. But I guess I liked Nashville the best. | Celia thinks her trip to the US was terrific. #Person1# asks about the details. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Good morning, Miss Irene. This is your first day to work here. I hope you will like your job.
#Person2#: Good morning, Miss Jean. I think I'll enjoy working with you.
#Person1#: This is your desk. Sit down here please.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Miss Irene, your main duty is to answer phone calls and transfer them to the person wanted.
#Person2#: I see. What if the person wanted is out?
#Person1#: In that Case, you are supposed to ask the caller to leave a message.
#Person2#: Will I be responsible for keeping all the files in order?
#Person1#: Yes, you will. The secretary will do this with you.
#Person2#: All right. | Miss Jean greets Miss Irene on her first day to work and introduces Miss Irene's duties to her. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Excuse me. Can you tell me how to find some books on social science?
#Person2#: Sure. You see all these little drawers here and all the way around the walls?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: These drawers contain cards describing every book in our library. Together they constitute the library's ' card catalog '. You can see that each drawer runs from one part of the alphabet to another. Fox example, this drawer goes from SCA to SCM.
#Person1#: So if I'm looking for a look called A History of Western Society, I'd just look under'A'.
#Person2#: No. You'd look under'W'. The articles'a'and'the'don't count in our alphabetization, and cards are generally omitted for extremely common words and phrases such as'history of', 'introduction to', 'story of'and so forth.
#Person1#: What if I don't know the title of the book?
#Person2#: Well, you can look under the author's name.
#Person1#: Could you give me an example?
#Person2#: Suppose you want to find a book by your professor, William Smith. You'd look under SMITH and then WILLIAM. Since that's very common name, you may have to go through several'William Smith'until you come to the one who wrote book on the subject you are interested in. | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to find some books on social science from the drawers by the title of the book or the name of the author. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Are you planning on voting?
#Person2#: Yes. What about you?
#Person1#: Yes, but this will be my first time voting.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: Yes, and I have no idea how to do it.
#Person2#: Voting is simple.
#Person1#: I don't know any of the laws they're trying to pass.
#Person2#: That's okay. They describe everything on the ballot.
#Person1#: I didn't know that.
#Person2#: Don't worry. You'll be fine.
#Person1#: That's good to know.
#Person2#: Congratulations on your first voting day. | #Person1# is going to vote for the first time and asks #Person2# how to do it. #Person2# says voting is simple and encourages #Person1#. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hello, my name is Peter Jones. I'm your new neighbor. I just moved in next door.
#Person2#: Oh, nice to meet you. My name is Miss James. I hope you enjoy living here.
#Person1#: I hope so, too. You know when we were considering whether to buy the house, Mr. Johnson, the housing agent told us that jogging was very popular here. I am a big fan of jogging. I used to go jogging every day in my old neighborhood.
#Person2#: Aah, yes. Many people here love to jog. I go jogging twice a week.
#Person1#: Can you tell me a good place to go jogging near here?
#Person2#: Sure, the long coast path along the beach is a perfect place for jogging.
#Person1#: Coast path. Sounds nice. Is it far from here? Can I walk there?
#Person2#: Yes, it's only a 5 minute ride from here.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. Anything in particular I should know about jogging there?
#Person2#: Emm, yeah, just be sure to wear sunglasses there. The sunlight there is very bright and it can be hurt on your eyes.
#Person1#: Thanks for the advice. So are there any other activities to do there on the beach?
#Person2#: Oh, yes, beach volleyball is also very popular. A lot of people play there on the beach.
#Person1#: Wow, that's wonderful. It looks like we're going to have a lot of fun here in the neighborhood.
#Person2#: Yes, I'm sure you will. | Peter has just moved into a new house and comes to greet his new neighbor, Miss James. He asks Miss James the best place to jog and the tips for jogging there. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I don't understand why you always look so happy, so energetic. It seems like you've got good news everyday.
#Person2#: Really? Do I look happy all the time?
#Person1#: All I know is you look quite differently from other teachers.
#Person2#: Oh, do you know why? Actually, it's easy. Because I always exercise. My exercise, I think, is very hard. I often feel very good after conquering these difficulties. I feel alive!
#Person1#: Oh, I know. I saw you doing pull-ups one time on the campus5 and some students trying to imitate you.
#Person2#: Yeah, they are doing it for fun. Seldom would people like my exercise. It's difficult and boring.
#Person1#: It's true. Many students do the exercise when they have to. We have P. E. once a week.
#Person2#: But I think Chinese students need to exercise more. Besides exercise will help them learn new things better. Don 't students want to have a good memory?
#Person1#: Of course. I didn't know that. I only know exercise makes bodies stronger. I should take some exercise then. Do you have any suggestions?
#Person2#: Well, do what you like to do. It can be anything. Jogging, doing aerobics, going bicycling, and playing ping-pong. Absolutely anything. Doing three or more workouts a week is good for you. But remember to do some stretches first.
#Person1#: Oh, I know. Thank you. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# always does exercise, so #Person2# always looks happy. #Person2# thinks Chinese students need more exercise to have a good memory and #Person2# suggests #Person1# do whatever #Person1# likes for exercise. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: What's the price? I hope you'll quote us favorably.
#Person2#: It's 800 US dollars per kilo CIF five percent Hamburg.
#Person1#: Frankly speaking, the price you offer is too high. We can't accept it.
#Person2#: Why? This is a fair market price.
#Person1#: It certainly is.
#Person2#: Then what leads you to think that we have to reduce our price? Please tell me candidly.
#Person1#: I look at it this way, suppliers should be able to reduce their CIF price, even lower than their home price.
#Person2#: We give you quotations on the same basis as we quote in the domestic market.
#Person1#: That's the point. Your overhead is in your domestic price, but it can't be carried in the CIF price.
#Person2#: But even with the overhead out, the export overhead must be put in. Finally, it comes to the same thing. Anyway, this is a quality item and should be sold on its value.
#Person1#: I wish you could make a reconsideration. If you don't reduce your price, we won't purchase from you any more because there's plenty of other business offering here. | #Person1# thinks the price #Person2# offers is too high but #Person2# insists the item is worth it. #Person1# won't purchase from #Person2# if #Person2# doesn't reduce the price. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hello. I need to disconnect my phone, please.
#Person2#: All right. Where do you live, sir?
#Person1#: At 345 Lincoln Avenue. Oklahoma City.
#Person2#: Very well. Why do you want to disconnect your phone, sir?
#Person1#: I'm moving to a new home.
#Person2#: O. K. May I have your name please?
#Person1#: John Smith.
#Person2#: Thank you. Mr. Smith. What's your telephone number?
#Person1#: 555-7658
#Person2#: Thank you. Where should I send your final phone bill?
#Person1#: 623 West Side Drive. New York, New York.
#Person2#: Thank you, Mr. Smith. Your phone will be disconnected after this phone call. Have a nice day.
#Person1#: Thank you, you too. | Mr. Smith wants to disconnect his phone because he is moving to a new home. #Person2# helps and asks for some information. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Mr. Bellow, have you anything in mind as to what to drink or may I make a few suggestions?
#Person2#: I have had enough gin fizz and bloody mary. But I have no idea about Chinese cocktails.
#Person1#: Would you prefer our cocktail, Shanghai cocktail? It's a mixture of real Chinese ingredients.
#Person2#: That's good.
#Person1#: ( The waiter makes the cocktail for Mr. Bellow and hands into him. ) Here is your Shanghai cocktail, Mr. Bellow.
#Person2#: Thank you. Oh, it tastes excellent. | Mr. Bellow hesitates at what drinks to order. #Person1# recommends a Shanghai cocktail. Mr. Bellow likes it. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: I can't stand the stupid guy any longer. It's unbelievable!
#Person2#: Oh, my dear lady. Take it easy. You should forgive a green hand like him.
#Person1#: He does everything so mindlessly that he is going to drive me crazy.
#Person2#: I suggest you talk with him and teach him how to deal with the problems.
#Person1#: I have told him how to do it several times, but he's never listened to me.
#Person2#: Maybe you should communicate with him like a friend and not a boss.
#Person1#: Oh, I always have difficulty in getting along with the staff.
#Person2#: Just take them for your good friends and have a talk with them as we do, make sure you don't lose your temper.
#Person1#: I think that's a bad idea. I'd hate anyone here to think of me as a friend. How would they ever respect me as they can do whatever they want?
#Person2#: I disagree. All you have to do is respect the staff and their opinions. | #Person1# can not stand her staff who does everything mindlessly. #Person2# suggests her communicate with the staff like a friend but #Person1# thinks the staff would not respect #Person1# if so. |
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#: I was really glad to hear about your promotion. Congratulations!
#Person2#: Thanks, Jane. I was really surprised. I mean there were a lot of qualified people out there.
#Person1#: Sure, but the work you did was really exceptional! You definitely deserved it!
#Person2#: Thanks a lot.
#Person1#: You are always responsible and careful.
#Person2#: Jane, I appreciate it very much. I expect to see you get nominated pretty soon, too. You've been doing some great work!
#Person1#: Thank you. I'll try my best. By the way, when do you take over the new position?
#Person2#: Next month.
#Person1#: So what are you responsible for?
#Person2#: I'm going to manage the whole accounts department.
#Person1#: So you must get higher pay than before.
#Person2#: Yes, the company will also give me a prize of 1, 000 Yuan.
#Person1#: 1, 000 Yuan? That's great! So. . .
#Person2#: OK, I know what you mean. It's my treat.
#Person1#: Really? Can I order anything I want?
#Person2#: Of course. Let's go. | Jane congratulates #Person2# on #Person2#'s promotion and admires her work performance. #Person2# tells Jane that #Person2# will receive a prize of 1, 000 Yuan and will treat Jane. |
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#Person1#: Good morning, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to check out.
#Person1#: Yes, of course sir. What's your name and your room number, PLS?
#Person2#: Jack Remington, room 1408.
#Person1#: Ok, here is your bill, Mr. Remington.
#Person2#: Which of these is my bill?
#Person1#: Oh, I am sorry sir. I forgot to explain that to you. This one is an allowance slip. We made a mistake in your bill and overcharged you 120 dollars. So we had to write up an allowance slip and deduct 120 dollars from your bill.
#Person2#: I see. So this is the bill then and the total is. . . ?
#Person1#: Down here, 800 dollars. How do you wish to settle your account, sir, in cash or by credit card?
#Person2#: In cash.
#Person1#: Is that US dollars?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Just a moment, PLS. I'll write out a receipt for you. | #Person1# serves Jack Remington to check out and gives him the bill. #Person1# explains to Jack that they made a mistake in his bill and have corrected it. |
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#Person1#: Two number 3s, please.
#Person2#: All right. What would you like to drink?
#Person1#: Diet Coke.
#Person2#: Regular or large?
#Person1#: Regular, please.
#Person2#: OK. Anything else?
#Person1#: No, thanks.
#Person2#: For here or to go?
#Person1#: For here. | #Person2# helps #Person1# order two number 3s and regular diet coke. |
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#Person1#: Would you like to go skating with me this afternoon?
#Person2#: Oh, I'd love to. But we're going to clean our dormitory. I can't be absent.
#Person1#: Maybe another time. People say that boys'dormitories are in a mess, is it true?
#Person2#: In fact, our dormitory is much worse than they can be described.
#Person1#: It's hard for me to imagine. How can you stand that?
#Person2#: You'll get used to it gradually.
#Person1#: Oh my God, don't you know that such living environment is not healthy?
#Person2#: Yes, we do. That's why we have a cleaning every three months.
#Person1#: Three months? Incredible! | #Person2# tells #Person1# that it is time for cleaning their dormitories because they are in a mess and they clean it every three months. |
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#Person1#: Can you recognize that woman, Millie?
#Person2#: I think I can, Kate. It must be Karen Marsh, the actress.
#Person1#: I thought so. Who's that beside her?
#Person2#: That must be Conrad Reeves.
#Person1#: Conrad Reeves, the actor? It can't be. Let me have another look. I think you're right! Isn't he her third husband?
#Person2#: No, He must be her fourth or fifth.
#Person1#: Doesn't Karen Marsh look old!
#Person2#: She does, doesn't she! I read she's twenty-nine, but she must be at least forty.
#Person1#: I'm sure she is.
#Person2#: She was a famous actress when I was still a schoolgirl.
#Person1#: That was a long time ago, wasn't it?
#Person2#: Not that long ago! I'm not more than twenty-nine myself. | #Person1# and #Person2# recognize Kate and Kate is with Conrad. They are amazed that Kate looks so young. |
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#Person1#: May I be of any assistance?
#Person2#: I want to have a look at the microwave ovens.
#Person1#: You can have a broad choice here. Are you interested in a particular brand?
#Person2#: Not really. What are these toys over there?
#Person1#: Ma'am, these are complimentary with each purchase. How about that one below the toys? This is the best seller. They are of the latest model that can be found in town.
#Person2#: I don't like its color. A bit too bright. Do you have a grey one?
#Person1#: Yes, we do. What a great taste you have! But we only have one left in stock.
#Person2#: Really? How so?
#Person1#: You know a good product will always sell! Would you mind waiting for a while, we'll get it right away.
#Person2#: Okay.
#Person1#: Here it is. It's very elegant, I think you will like it.
#Person2#: How about its quality?
#Person1#: Its durability will be a big surprise to you.
#Person2#: What about the price?
#Person1#: 500 yuan. And if you buy it today, there will be a 15 % discount for you. | #Person2# comes to search for a microwave oven. #Person1# recommends the best seller but #Person2# wants a grey one. #Person1# gets the only grey one in stock and tells #Person2# about its quality and price. |
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#Person1#: How many pieces of luggage do you want to check, sir?
#Person2#: I want to check these three pieces and I'll carry this carry-on bag with me on board.
#Person1#: Ok. Is this your luggage properly labelled, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, it is.
#Person1#: Ok. Would you please put all your luggage on the scales?
#Person2#: Sure. How about this carry-on bag?
#Person1#: Hand-baggage is not to be weighed, sir. . . I'm sorry, sir, you're 25 kilos overweight. I'm afraid there'll be an excess luggage charge, sir.
#Person2#: How much should I pay for the excess weight?
#Person1#: Ten yuan for each kilogram. You'll have to pay 250 yuan for the excess baggage. | #Person1# assists #Person2# to check three pieces of luggage. #Person2# has to pay 250 yuan for excess baggage. |
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#Person1#: The results of the poll show Bill Clinton's approval rating has gone up in his second term. Do you find that interesting?
#Person2#: Well, I think Clinton deserves high marks for doing his job generally, but he may get low marks for his honesty and personal image.
#Person1#: That is exactly what the poll shows. Although the stating of Clinton as a person has gone down in the last two years of his term, his approval rating is as high as 66 percent.
#Person2#: I don't find this surprising. The poll data sound quite right. He is a good president.
#Person1#: But the poll says only 15 percent say he will be remembered as an outstanding president. | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing the poll data about Bill Clinton's approval rating. They both think Clinton is a good president. |
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#Person1#: I don't think the teacher had a right to say that. The teacher was wrong to have accused her in front of the whole class.
#Person2#: You've got to be joking! It's the teacher's right to say anything wants, and if she saw Myra cheating, she certainly had the right to say so.
#Person1#: I agree she had the right to say something, but I feel she should have done it privately.
#Person2#: You're right. If I were the teacher, I wouldn't have done that. | #Person1# thinks the teacher shouldn't accuse a student in front of the whole class but do it privately. #Person2# agrees. |
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#Person1#: Hi, Jane. Welcome back. How was the west coast?
#Person2#: Terrific. I had a wonderful time. It was really nice to get away from the city for a while.
#Person1#: What did you think of Los Angeles?
#Person2#: It was alright. I liked it better than I thought I would. It's very clean and spacious and it's got a lot of trees. The problem is transportation. The bus service is terrible and of course, they don't have any subway, so it's a little difficult to get around. We had to rent a car.
#Person1#: And was the weather good?
#Person2#: Oh yes, it was nice and warm in Los Angelus and cool, but comfortable in San Francisco.
#Person1#: Cool in San Francisco? Not surprising?
#Person2#: Yeah, it surprised me a bit too. We didn't take any sweaters or anything. And they say it's always like that in August. Anyway, I loved it. It's probably the most beautiful city in the US. All those hills, the bay and those charming old Victorian houses.
#Person1#: So you like it better than Los Angeles?
#Person2#: Oh yes, there is much more to see and do, and because it's smaller than Los Angelus, it's a bit easier to get around. There are lots of buses and streetcars and of course, the cable cars, too. | Jane shares her enjoyable trip to the west coast with #Person1#. Jane likes San Francisco better due to the weather and there is much more to see and do. |
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#Person1#: Is Stanley still singing that Elvis song? He's really hogging the mike!
#Person2#: If I hear ' Love Me Tender ' one more time, I think I'm going to go crazy!
#Person1#: He sounds like a sick cow!
#Person2#: Can we adjust the pitch a little? Maybe he'll sound better in a higher key.
#Person1#: I already tried that. Nothing seems to help.
#Person2#: Hey! Where are you going. . . ? | #Person1# and #Person2# are complaining about Stanley's terrible singing. |
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#Person1#: So can we play PlayStation later?
#Person2#: Sure, if you're done!
#Person1#: All my games are so lame, Mom. When can I get a new one?
#Person2#: Well, listen, Honey, you've been a big help lately. . .
#Person1#: Right on. I'm gonna get a new game!
#Person2#: If you take out the garbage and do the dishes, I'll think about it.
#Person1#: I knew there would be a catch!
#Person2#: Nothing in life is free, Son.
#Person1#: Except housework, that is. | #Person1# wants a new game. #Person2# asks him to do housework as an exchange. |
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#Person1#: Did you attend Alice's presentation last night? It was the first time for her to give a speech to a large audience.
#Person2#: How she could be so calm in front of so many people is really beyond me! | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about Alice's presentation last night. |
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#Person1#: What are the most popular sports in your country?
#Person2#: Swimming in summer and skating in winter. What ' s your favorite sport?
#Person1#: Jogging and bowling. Do you know how to practise Bungfu?
#Person2#: No I don't But l do Taijiquan or Shadow boxing. People everywhere in China usually do Taijiquan early in the morning. It can help people keep fit. It has a history of over three hundred years.
#Person1#: Is it easy to learn?
#Person2#: Yes. it is I can teach you if you like.
#Person1#: Thank you. I can teach you how to bowl.
#Person2#: Right. Let's help each other. | #Person1# and #Person2# shares their countries' popular sports. #Person1# will teach #Person2# how to bowl and #Person2# will teach #Person1# Taijiquan. |
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#Person1#: Good morning,how can I help you?
#Person2#: Umm...I understand you help fix up students with host families.
#Person1#: That's right. Will you please sit down and I'll just take a few details? How long would you want to stay with the host family?
#Person2#: I was planning on staying a year but at the moment I'm definitely here for four months only. I have to get an extension to my permit.
#Person1#: Fine...and would you say your level of English is 'elementary'?
#Person2#: No. I'd like to say 'advanced', but my written work is not so good as my spoken English,so I suppose it's 'medium'.
#Person1#: When do you want it for?
#Person2#: I'd like to move in approximately two weeks.
#Person1#: Let me see. It's the 10th today...So if we go for Monday,it's the 23rd of March. Right... And if I could ask another question about... | #Person2# asks #Person1# to help fix up #Person2# with host families. #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s level of English and when #Person2# wants to move in. |
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#Person1#: Welcome! How was your trip?
#Person2#: Not too bad.
#Person1#: You must be exhausted! Your hotel is near the station.
#Person2#: Will I have time to rest before our meeting today?
#Person1#: Definitely. We are meeting at 7:00 PM, so will send a car for you around 6:00 PM.
#Person2#: Oh, great! I'll have 4 hours to explore the city. I am very excited to visit it. My friends are expecting me to post pictures on Wechat.
#Person1#: Is this your first time in Washington DC?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Well, that's a shame! I think you'll have some free time tomorrow. You should definitely visit the Smithsonian Museum and the Library of Congress is a must, too.
#Person2#: I can't wait. | #Person1# tells #Person2# there will be time to rest before the meeting. Since it's #Person2#'s first time in Washington DC, #Person1# warmly recommends some places to visit tomorrow. |
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#Person1#: What a letdown. I wanted to experience some Mafia culture firsthand.
#Person2#: It's worth it just to go and eat what the mafia eat! The five-dollar tiramisu is a culinary orgasm.
#Person1#: Such a thing exists?
#Person2#: Fortunately, yes. You're blushing!
#Person1#: Am I? Um. . . my face gets red when I walk too fast.
#Person2#: You're embarrassed, aren't you? You gotta loosen up in Little Italy. The lady at the cafe will kiss you when you meet her. . . | #Person2# recommends 5-dollar tiramisu in mafia culture and asks #Person2# to lose up in Little Italy. |
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#Person1#: Hi, I'm Jake. I'm new to the choir. What's your name?
#Person2#: Hello, there, my name is Tonia.
#Person1#: Do you sing alto?
#Person2#: Actually, I can do both soprano and alto but the director asked me to sing alto for the next perforate. What about you.
#Person1#: Looks like we both float back and forth. I'm baritone.
#Person2#: Our bass section is really good. You're going to love singing with them.
#Person1#: I heard them warming up earlier. You're right.
#Person2#: It's good to have you in the group. We can always use a good baritone! | Jake is new to the choir, and Tonia welcomes him. Tonia can do soprano and alto, and Jake's baritone. |
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#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I would like to file a complaint.
#Person1#: What happened?
#Person2#: I was robbed.
#Person1#: When did this happen?
#Person2#: It happened this morning.
#Person1#: What was taken from you?
#Person2#: My wallet and my cell phone.
#Person1#: Were you able to get a look at this person's face?
#Person2#: Yes, I was.
#Person1#: Would you be able to pick him out of a line-up?
#Person2#: That would be easy. | #Person2#'s wallet and cell phone were robbed this morning. #Person1# helps #Person2# to file a complaint. |
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#Person1#: Can you help me pick out a gift for my daughter?
#Person2#: She might like a laptop computer.
#Person1#: Yes, that sounds like a good idea.
#Person2#: Might I suggest a Mac?
#Person1#: Okay. How much?
#Person2#: Well, a 15 - inch Pro is $ 2, 100.
#Person1#: Oh, that sounds great. I'll take it.
#Person2#: Great. How would you like to pay for it?
#Person1#: Here's my VISA.
#Person2#: Let me ring you up. Okay, sign here, please.
#Person1#: Everything I need is in this box?
#Person2#: It'll take her only a few minutes to get online.
#Person1#: Thank you for your help.
#Person2#: So long. Thank you for shopping here. | #Person2# helps #Person1# pick out a laptop as a gift for #Person1#'s daughter. |
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#Person1#: Housekeeping. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yeah, the people in the next room are a little loud. Could you do something about it?
#Person1#: Of course. What room are you in, sir?
#Person2#: I'm in Room 215.
#Person1#: And do you know which room the noise is coming from?
#Person2#: I don't know the number, but it's definitely the room that's next to the stairs.
#Person1#: Thank you. We'll take care of it. Please let us know if there's anything else we can do to make your stay more comfortable.
#Person2#: OK, thanks. I really appreciate it. | #Person2# calls housekeeping to deal with the noise from the next room. |
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#Person1#: Hi, Monica, how is everything going?
#Person2#: Everything goes well, but I am thinking about quitting my current job.
#Person1#: Why? You're not satisfied with your job anymore?
#Person2#: I just sense. But I cannot grow anymore. My boss is not really supporting me. I am interested in some positions in other JV companies, but I need to do some more in-depth research before I send my application letters out.
#Person1#: That is important. Doing research on a company you are interested in will definitely help your application.
#Person2#: Certainly, it is very nice talking with you. But I really have to go now. Catch you later.
#Person1#: Ok, good luck to you. | Monica tells #Person1# she is planning to quit her job and gives some reasons. |
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#Person1#: hey, the new SOHO. How's everything going?
#Person2#: everything's great. I've just returned from my office.
#Person1#: your office? Aren't you a freelancer?
#Person2#: sure I am. I work for myself, but I've rented a virtual office at an office building in the downtown area.
#Person1#: a virtual office?
#Person2#: yeah, an office that runs efficiently by using nothing other than online communication technologies. I pay the rent and share office services with others in the same building.
#Person1#: what kind of services do they offer?
#Person2#: a separated office, internet access, phone services, fax services, mail & courier services, and almost everything you have in a conventional office.
#Person1#: sounds fun. what else?
#Person2#: I get a business address at an expensive location, and I can share the receptionist and secretary with other offices in the same floor.
#Person1#: oh, that helps a lot to promote your corporate image.
#Person2#: you bet it! | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#, a freelancer, rents a virtual office that shares office services with others, which helps a lot to promote #Person2#'s corporate image. |
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#Person1#: Hello! This is Ruby speaking from G. O. T. International Travel Agency. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I ' d like to make a reservation for my trip from Detroit to Beijing on April 13 on Trans Pacific Airline.
#Person1#: Do you want a single ticket or a round trip ticket?
#Person2#: I ' d like to have a round trip ticket with a one-year open return.
#Person1#: Economy or Business Class?
#Person2#: Economy, please. How much is it?
#Person1#: It will be $ 850.
#Person2#: Very good. Could I get an electronic ticket? I ' m always afraid of losing my tickets.
#Person1#: No problem. How do you wish to pay for it?
#Person2#: Bank of American card. The number is 6786 9182 12300 8657.
#Person1#: Thank you! Would you like an aisle seat or a window seat?
#Person2#: An aisle seat, please. I ' m tall and need to get up and walk pretty often.
#Person1#: No problem. Your ticket is for Trans Pacific Flight 87 from Detroit to Beijing at 3 forty p. m. on April 13. You will arrive at Beijing International Airport at six 35 p. m. on April 14. Your electronic
#Person2#: What time should I arrive at Detroit Airport?
#Person1#: Please be at the airport two hours before your departure to check in. You also need to reconfirm your reservation with the airline at least 7 days prior to your departure.
#Person2#: What happens if I can ' t leave on April 13? Can I cancel my ticket or change the reservation to another date?
#Person1#: Yes, you can, but you will have to pay a penalty of $ 75 for any change or cancellation.
#Person2#: That ' s OK. What are the weight restrictions for checked baggage?
#Person1#: On Trans Pacific international flights, each ticketed passenger is permitted a maximum of two checked bags with a maximum weight per checked bag of 70 pounds.
#Person2#: That ' s great! I can have two bags checked for 70 pounds each. I think I ' m all set. You ' re really efficient. Thank you very much for your help.
#Person1#: Thank you for the compliment and for calling G. O. T. Travel Agency. Have a nice trip! | #Person2# wants to make a reservation for a round trip ticket with a one-year open return. Ruby in G. O. T. International Travel Agency helps #Person2# get an electronic ticket. #Person2# chooses the economy class, an aisle seat, and asks for the check-in time, the amount of penalty to change the flight and the weight restrictions for checked baggage. |
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#Person1#: Hello. Is this room service?
#Person2#: Yes. May I help you?
#Person1#: This is room 1425. We asked for the room service an hour ago.
#Person2#: We're very sorry to cause you a lot of inconvenience.
#Person1#: What's the matter?
#Person2#: We're rather busy right now. It will take another 15 minutes.
#Person1#: Is it really going to take that long? Will you rush the order?
#Person2#: I'm afraid it would take 15 minutes at most.
#Person1#: Ah, well, we have no choice. | #Person1# asked for the room service an hour ago. #Person2# asks #Person1# to wait another 15 minutes. |
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#Person1#: If you can choose, will you marry a foreigner or a Chinese?
#Person2#: Why? Did tom pop the question?
#Person1#: Not yet. But I wonder if I can get my parents' consent.
#Person2#: Let me guess, your parents want you to marry a Chinese man, right?
#Person1#: You are right. It is giving me a real headache. I feel like I'm between a rock and a hard place.
#Person2#: I used to have the same problem when I was with my ex.
#Person1#: Oh, how did you deal with it?
#Person2#: I just let it go and continued dating with my Korean boyfriend. But finally we broke up.
#Person1#: Oh, it's a pity. What was the matter?
#Person2#: Simple. We had personality clashes and there were too many cultural differences.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: He hoped to live in the Korean way and asked me to give up working and stay at home to take care of the family.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. In their culture women should put family first.
#Person2#: Yes, he said it would be better for me and for the whole family. But I simply can not quit working.
#Person1#: So that's why it's hard to have a happy marriage with a foreigner.
#Person2#: Not really. There are many successful mixed marriage around us. | That #Person1#'s parents want #Person1# to marry a Chinese man makes #Person1# headache. #Person2# used to have the problem when with a Korean boyfriend but broke up. #Person1# thinks it's hard to have a mixed marriage but #Person2# says there're many successful examples. |
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#Person1#: What's the matter?
#Person2#: I don't know. All of a sudden, the engine died.
#Person1#: Well, can you start it?
#Person2#: No...No, it won't start now.
#Person1#: Could we be out of gas?
#Person2#: No, I'm sure we are not out of gas.
#Person1#: Let's check the gas gauge. Oh, see, it's on 'empty'.
#Person2#: I was sure the tank was half full!
#Person1#: Obviously, it wasn't. Well, too bad.
#Person2#: What time is it now?
#Person1#: It's five to eight. I am afraid we can't get to the airport on time. He's probably looking for us right now.
#Person2#: Let's stand by the side of the road for a few minutes. Maybe somebody will stop and pick us up. | The engine died on the way to the airport. #Person1# finds out they're out of gas. #Person2# suggests waiting for somebody to pick them up. |
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#Person1#: Can you tell me where it hurts?
#Person2#: I am so glad they called you. It feels like something is really wrong with my stomach!
#Person1#: Does it hurt when I push here?
#Person2#: It ' s mostly on my right side. Right here!
#Person1#: Have you been feeling this way for awhile?
#Person2#: I started feeling kind of sick last night after dinner, but this morning the pain got really bad!
#Person1#: Have you eaten anything unusual lately?
#Person2#: No, not that I remember.
#Person1#: We are going to take you to an emergency room right now.
#Person2#: I will feel better when I know what the problem is. Thank you for the drugs. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the details of #Person2#'s stomachache. #Person1#'ll take #Person1# to an emergency room right now. |
You are an expert at summarizing long articles. Proceed to summarize the following text:
#Person1#: Hi Isabel! You wanted to see me?
#Person2#: Yes Anthony, come on in. Have a seat.
#Person1#: Is everything okay? You seem a bit preoccupied.
#Person2#: Well, Anthony, this is not going to be an easy conversation. The company has made some decisions which will have a direct impact on your employment.
#Person1#: Okay. . .
#Person2#: I don't want to beat around the bush so I'm just gonna come out with it. We are going to have to let you go.
#Person1#: What? Why? I mean. . . just like that? I'm fired?
#Person2#: I'm sorry but, to be honest, you are a terrible employee!
#Person1#: What! I resent that!
#Person2#: Anthony, you were caught making international calls from the office phone, you called in sick in eight times this month and you smell like alcohol! | Isabel informs Anthony that he's fired because he was caught making international calls from the office phone. He called in sick too many times, and he smells like alcohol. |
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#Person1#: How are you feeling, Flora?
#Person2#: Much better, thanks. I have been resting all day. Only with television as my companion. In fact, in the whole week the only thing I feel like doing was watching TV.
#Person1#: What did you watch today?
#Person2#: I started with game show this morning, I really enjoy them, and even answered the most of questions correctly.
#Person1#: And next?
#Person2#: At 2 o'clock, I switched to the Channel 6, and watched a terrific movie without commercials.
#Person1#: I know what you mean, there wasn't old action movie next. I think you won't like it.
#Person2#: I want to watch it, but I was already tired by the time it came on. I had a rest instead, then I watched the news at Channel 11.
#Person1#: Anything important happened?
#Person2#: A bank was robbed this afternoon. A reporter on the scene covered the event, the live coverage reproduce the robbery to the live. | Flora is feeling much better because she's been resting all day with television as her companion. She tells #Person2# she watched the game show, a movie, and the news. |
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#Person1#: Elizabeth, what's your question?
#Person2#: Excuse me, could you tell me what a yard sale is?
#Person1#: As the name suggests, it's a sale held in someones yard selling used goods.
#Person2#: What can I get there?
#Person1#: You can find books, records, cups and furniture. You name it and they will have it.
#Person2#: Why do American people love to buy secondhand goods?
#Person1#: To save money, of course. Some people even hope to find treasures there.
#Person2#: I see.
#Person1#: Actually many westerners like other peoples' objects. Even rich people search through used goods for a treasure.
#Person2#: I understand. Thank you, Mr. Green. You've been very helpful.
#Person1#: You're welcome. | Mr. Green tells Elizabeth what a yard sale is, what she can get there, and why Americans love buying secondhand goods. |
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#Person1#: I would like to have a new suit made. something in a dark blue wool.
#Person2#: Certainly, sir. Double or single breasted?
#Person1#: I think I would like the pants pleated. I am not sure about the jacket though as I'm a little overweight.
#Person2#: I see, sir. For a gentleman of your size I would recommend a single-breasted jacket as it does tend to make one look a little slimmer. Just let me take your measurements, Let's see, neck 41cm, chest 110cm, wait 120cm and inside leg 70cm. You do have short legs, sir.
#Person1#: Yes, that is why I usually choose dark colours for my business suits.
#Person2#: Can you come back in three days for a fitting?
#Person1#: Certainly.
#Person2#: Good that way. I can have the suit ready for you two days after that fitting. | #Person1# comes to have a new suit made and #Person2# recommends a single-breasted jacket. After taking the measurements, #Person2# tells #Person1# to come in three days for the fitting. |
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#Person1#: Hello Madam, what can I do for you?
#Person2#: I'd like some of the yellow apples you have in the front window. 2 kilos of those please.
#Person1#: OK, I see. You have a good eye for fruit. They are the best value only $2.40 for 2 kilos. Would you like anything else?
#Person2#: Yes, please. I also need a kilo of grapes. Do you have any grapes?
#Person1#: These local green grapes here are only $5 a kilo and the seedless black grapes are $4. 00.
#Person2#: I'll have one kilo of seedless grapes, please. Now let me think. There was something else I need to get, but what was it?
#Person1#: Bananas? Peaches?
#Person2#: No.
#Person1#: Melons?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. Watermelons. That's what I want.
#Person1#: They're right behind you and they are $2 a kilo.
#Person2#: OK. Let me have this big one right here.
#Person1#: I'll just weigh it for you, Madam. 3 kilos. Is that large enough for you?
#Person2#: Yes. I think I've got everything I need now. Here is the money.
#Person1#: Thanks and here is your change. | #Person2# purchases two kilos of yellow apples and one kilo of seedless grapes from #Person1#. With #Person1#'s remind, #Person2# buys a three-kilo watermelon that she needs. |
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#Person1#: Could you tell me what university you want to go to, John?
#Person2#: Pardon?
#Person1#: What university would you enter?
#Person2#: University? Why? You asked me last year.
#Person1#: Oh, I forget. Sorry.
#Person2#: I went to Harvard University.
#Person1#: Did you? And what course did you take there?
#Person2#: God save me! Is there anything wrong with you? Didn't I tell you?
#Person1#: I've not known. Perhaps, I've got a bad memory.
#Person2#: I did a B. A. in economics. Remember?
#Person1#: Terrific! B. A. , again and again-B. A. | John's already told #Person1# he went to Harvard University and took a B. A. in economics. But #Person1# asks again. |
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#Person1#: Hi, Alice. What are you doing?
#Person2#: I am looking at some old school photographs.
#Person1#: Can I have a look? When was this photo taken?
#Person2#: That photo was taken more than 7 years ago.
#Person1#: Who is this girl?
#Person2#: That's Lily. At first I didn't like her because I thought that she was too serious. She always had high marks in math. One day I found that she was very friendly and helpful. Then we became good friends.
#Person1#: What does she do now?
#Person2#: I heard she went back to Chicago and is now a teacher in a small town. | Alice shows the old school photographs and introduces her good friend Lily to #Person1#. |
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#Person1#: May I know where you are going?
#Person2#: Yes. I want to go to Beijing Hotel.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. You are going in the wrong direction.
#Person2#: Oh no! What shall I do?
#Person1#: Don't worry. You can get off at the next stop and go across the street through the overpass. The bus stop is right there.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: My pleasure. | #Person1# shows the correct direction to the Beijing Hotel for #Person2#. |
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#Person1#: Hello! So, you're back. Do you have everything with you?
#Person2#: I think so.
#Person1#: We will need detailed information regarding the full name of the company, the company address. . .
#Person2#: Yes, yes. I've got all of that here.
#Person1#: And also, the bank and branch name the company holds an account with and the account number.
#Person2#: Check, check and check.
#Person1#: What's the purpose for this check? Would you like to know its repayment capacity?
#Person2#: Yes, that's one of the main things we are interested in. When do you think I can get hold of this report?
#Person1#: As it's confidential there is a certain amount of red tape, but it shouldn't take too long. There is, of course a service fee of 300 RMB to be paid.
#Person2#: No problem, I'll settle that now. You can take it from my Business Account. | #Person1# asks some more detailed information of the company from #Person2# and #Person2# asks when #Person1# will get the report. |
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#Person1#: Excuse me.
#Person2#: Hello sir, may I help you?
#Person1#: Yes. Can I see that T-shirt on the top shelf please?
#Person2#: Sure. Here it is.
#Person1#: How much does it cost?
#Person2#: 50 dollars.
#Person1#: 50 dollars. That's too much.
#Person2#: How about this one? It's on sale for only 35 dollars.
#Person1#: I don't like that one.
#Person2#: How about the one next to the black gloves? It's very similar to the one you like.
#Person1#: That's nice. How much is it?
#Person2#: 30 dollars.
#Person1#: That'll be fine.
#Person2#: Is this color OK, or would you like a different color?
#Person1#: That blue one's fine.
#Person2#: Do you need any more of these shirts?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: How many do you want?
#Person1#: I'll take two more, a red one and a white one. | #Person2# helps #Person1# choose T-shirts and #Person1# buys three in different colors. |
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#Person1#: I want to start a tradition of family vacations with our family right now before we have kids.
#Person2#: You want to make sure it's good solid habit before anything else takes its place, like work?
#Person1#: Yes, so this year we are going to take our first family vacation, just you and I.
#Person2#: And where are we going to go?
#Person1#: I don't know yet.
#Person2#: Are we going all out or just starting with a mini family vacation?
#Person1#: I want to go all out if we can afford it.
#Person2#: Well, I was looking in this magazine the other day and cruises are not very expensive at all. Take a look at this! | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# wants to start a tradition of family vacations before they have kids. #Person2# suggests cruising. |
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#Person1#: I watched a very interesting documentary about plants yesterday evening. It was called unusual plants and looked at several species of plants from around the world which have unusual features.
#Person2#: Really? Tell me about some of the plants they showed.
#Person1#: Well. There was one type of plant that catches insects and eats them.
#Person2#: Is that type of plant found in this country?
#Person1#: No, it isn't. it's a pity, because I'd like to see it in action.
#Person2#: So would i. what other unusual plants did they show?
#Person1#: They showed flowers that only provide their nectar to one type of butterfly or bee. The insect has to be the exact size to get the nectar. Other insects cannot get it. Of course, when the insect molle
#Person2#: That's very specialized. So, the insects and the flowers rely on each other. If one became extinct, the other would too.
#Person1#: That's right. That's one reason why it's so important to protect every species.
#Person2#: I see. The plants that fascinate me most are cacti. I find it amazing that they can survive in such dry desert conditions.
#Person1#: According to the documentary, they have an incredible ability to find water supplies, however small, and then store them without losing much through evaporation.
#Person2#: That's why they often have long roots to find water spines instead of leaves, to reduce water loss. | #Person1# tells #Person2# about some unusual plants in a documentary, including the plant that eats insects and the plant that provides nectar solely for a particular type of bee. #Person2# is most fascinated by cacti's ability to survive in dry conditions. |
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#Person1#: Thank you, Janet Jackson for accepting our interview invitation.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: You are a real popstar. I can't wait for your unbreakable world tour that will kick off in Vancouver on August thirty first.
#Person2#: Oh, I'm looking forward to it myself. I've been away for a while and I have so much new music to share.
#Person1#: Your new single No Sleep came out last Monday. And it is bound to be your biggest hit ever.
#Person2#: I'm so glad my fans have responded so well to my return, but don't forget I've been up to more than just that.
#Person1#: Yes, you also have been doing some design work with Paul Raps in New York.
#Person2#: Yeah, we're coming out with a diamond jewelry line. The Janet Jackson, unbreakable diamonds collection.
#Person1#: Hey, I saw the heart shaped necklace he wore at the BET awards in Los Angeles on Friday.
#Person2#: Oh, yes. I had to wear my favorite piece for the show. | #Person1#'s interviewing Jackson. They talk about Jackson's world tour that will kick off in Vancouver, the new single coming last Monday and some design work with Paul Raps in New York. |
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#Person1#: You're a big fan of Andy Lau, aren't you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'Ve been got all his albums and most of his films on DVD. I adore him. He's my idol.
#Person1#: How come you don't have all of his films on DVD?
#Person2#: Some of his early films are hard to find nowadays, especially the ones where he only played a bit part.
#Person1#: I see. I'm sure you'll find them one day. I see you also have several poster of him.
#Person2#: Yes. These posters are new. I bought them last week and put them up on my bedroom walls yesterday.
#Person1#: Are you a member of his fan club?
#Person2#: I was, but then I discovered you can find out everything for free on the internet, so I'm not a member now.
#Person1#: Did you see the interview with Andy Lau in cosmopolitan magazine last month?
#Person2#: Of course! I bought two copies.
#Person1#: Two copies? One to keep and one to cut the pictures out of, right? | #Person2# is a big fan of Andy Lau and has got his albums and films on DVD. #Person2# also bought his posters and magazines. |
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#Person1#: Hello, I've got a letter here that I'd like to post.
#Person2#: Yes, where's it to, madam?
#Person1#: Well, the letter is going to a friend of mine in America and it's quite urgent. It really needs to be posted today, so here you are.
#Person2#: You want to send it airmail, madam?
#Person1#: I do want to send it airmail, yes. | #Person2# helps #Person1# to send a letter by airmail to America. |
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#Person1#: What do you think of the Olympic motto'Higher, faster and stronger'?
#Person2#: Well, it's better than'Friendship first, competition second'.
#Person1#: Why? In my opinion, it doesn't matter whether you won or not. The most important thing is participation.
#Person2#: I still think nobody plays for nothing. | #Person1# and #Person2# have different opinions about the Olympic motto. |
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#Person1#: Good morning, welcome aboard.
#Person2#: Good morning. Can I use my cellular phone during this time?
#Person1#: Yes, you can use your cell phone during the boarding process until the aircraft door is closed.
#Person2#: Thank you. What should I do if I want to phone my family during the flight?
#Person1#: The aircraft is equipped with onboard phones. They do not interfere with the communication and navigation of the aircraft.
#Person2#: So I can use the onboard phone during the flight?
#Person1#: Of course. They will be used at anytime before or during flight. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# can use the cell phone during the boarding process and use the onboard phones during the flight. |
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#Person1#: How often do you use the internet?
#Person2#: I use it almost every day, but I usually only use it to check my email. I don't often surf the net. You use the internet a lot, don't you?
#Person1#: Yes. I use it to find products and components at the lowest price for my company. It can be frustrating when the connection is poor.
#Person2#: So, you're online eight hours a day.
#Person1#: Yes, I like the job though. Sometimes, I help other people in the office if they're having trouble online.
#Person2#: How useful do you think the internet is as a source of information?
#Person1#: I think it's fairly useful, but there are two big problems. First, a lot of the information you find online is false. Second, when you buy something online, you don't see it until you actually get it.
#Person2#: How do you solve the website problems when you're buying something online?
#Person1#: What I do is find the website of shops. Then someone from our company visits the shop and buys when they're seen that the products are genuine and suitable. | #Person1# uses the internet to find products for #Person1#'s company. #Person1# thinks the Internet is useful, but there are problems like fake information. So they would visit the shop and check the products. |
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#Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I want to buy a suit.
#Person1#: What about the red one? It's the best seller.
#Person2#: Yeah, it's quite cute. I don't think it will fit me. I would prefer a darker color. Have you a black one?
#Person1#: Yes, We have. | #Person1# recommends #Person2# a red suit but #Person2# prefers a darker color. |
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#Person1#: this is the route I thought we could take on our hike on Saturday afternoon.
#Person2#: how long is it altogether?
#Person1#: it's about six or seven miles. That's about the kilometers.
#Person2#: that sounds OK. So, we start here at the car park and walk along the path to the waterfall.
#Person1#: right. Then we turn left and walk up this small hill. The view from the top of the hill is worth the climb. We can eat a snack there.
#Person2#: then we will follow this path down the hill to the old church.
#Person1#: we can spend a few minutes looking around the church. Then, we turn right and walk along this path.
#Person2#: this path leads to the cave. Can we look inside the cave?
#Person1#: yes, we can, but it isn't very interesting.
#Person2#: then we turn south and come back to the car park along this path.
#Person1#: that's right.
#Person2#: how long do you think it will take us to complete the walk?
#Person1#: I think it will take about four hours, including breaks.
#Person2#: that's fine. Are there signposts along the way, in case we get lost?
#Person1#: yes, there are. They tell use which way to go and how far we have to walk. | #Person1# is introducing the hiking routine to #Person2#. They will start at the car park, walk along the path to the waterfall, turn left and walk up this small hill and then down to the church, finally back to the park through a cave. |
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#Person1#: Um, sorry to bother you, um. . . my name is Rachel. I'm new here. Can I ask you a favor?
#Person2#: Hi Rachel, welcome on board. I'm afraid I can't help you right now. I'm getting ready for a very important meeting.
#Person1#: Excuse me, but can I bother you for a sec?
#Person3#: You know what, I'd love to help you, but I'm about to meet an important client. Do you wanna try Sean instead? He sits right over there.
#Person1#: Sorry to interrupt you Sean, could you do me a quick favor?
#Person4#: Actually, I'm working on a document that is due in a couple minutes. I really can't talk to you right now. Sorry about that.
#Person1#: Geeze! I just want to know where the bathroom is! What's wrong with you people! | Rachel asks #Person2#, #Person3#, and #Person4# for the way to the bathroom, but all of them are too busy to answer. |
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#Person1#: Excuse me, driver, where is the main area for restaurants?
#Person2#: It's near the Wall Street, a bit far from there. Why not get on the car
#Person1#: OK. Is there a Chinese restaurant?
#Person2#: Of course. More than that, you have Italy pizza, English steak, kimchi and local specialties.
#Person1#: Woo, I can't help being there. | #Person1# asks #Person2# whether there is a Chinese restaurant in the main area of restaurants. |
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#Person1#: Which type of telephone bill would you like to pay today?
#Person2#: My home phone, the landline. I don't have a mobile phone, far too complicated for an old lady like me! Do you need my Bank Book?
#Person1#: I'll need your Bank Card, please. Your Bank Book is required for over the counter services ; with the ATM you just need to have your card.
#Person2#: Let's get started. First, select the service you require. That's household bill payment for you. Then we select the type of bill, so that's landline. . . here you go. Your bill for this month comes to 87. 42 RIB. The money will come out of your account and go straight to the phone company.
#Person1#: Well, that is easy! It sure beats waiting in line for ages waiting to deal with a real person! | #Person1# helps an old lady to pay for her landline bill on the ATM. The old lady finds it convenient. |
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#Person1#: Whew thanks for stopping, sometimes it can be impossible to get a cab in the rain.
#Person2#: No worries. We're too.
#Person1#: I'm going to fifth avenue and east twenty second street, no rush at all though.
#Person2#: Oh that's good because it looks like we're not going to be able to move more than a few feet per minute.
#Person1#: Wow. That's what happens when it starts to rain during rush hour. I'm one of the lucky ones, usually I would have an appointment around this time, but today, I get to go home early.
#Person2#: That's great Madam, I'll try and get you home as early as possible. | #Person1# thanks #Person2# for driving #Person1# home on a rainy day during rush hour. |
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#Person1#: Mark, I remember last week you told me that you wanted to learn a foreign language. Here is an ad that you may be interested in. Jackson College language school. They have German, Russian and Spanish. Is there a language that you want to learn?
#Person2#: Yes, the last one. I want to go to Spain and settle down there. Where do they offer the courses?
#Person1#: Their classes are given in different places. You could go to their branch school called New Century. It's just 3 blocks away.
#Person2#: That's really close. I can get there by bike.
#Person1#: Yes, by the way, would you like to go with me to the History Museum this Thursday?
#Person2#: I'd like to but I have to practice the piano in the morning and then I have an art class in the afternoon. | #Person1# tells Mark the language class information, and Mark might take Spanish class. Mark refuses #Person1#'s invitation to the History Museum because of piano practice. |
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#Person1#: I'm glad to have the opportunity of visiting your corporation. I hope to conclude some substantial business with you.
#Person2#: It's a great pleasure to meet you, Mr. Brown. I believe you have seen our exhibits in the showroom. May I know what particular items you're interested in?
#Person1#: I'm interested in your hardware. I'Ve seen the exhibits and studied your catalogues. I think some of the items will find a ready market in Canada. Here is a list of my requirements, for which I'd like to have your lowest quotations, C. I. F. Vancouver.
#Person2#: Thank you for your inquiry. Would you tell us the quantity you require so that we can work out the offers?
#Person1#: I'll do that. Meanwhile, could you give me an indication of price?
#Person2#: Here are our F. O. B. price lists. All the prices in the lists are subject to our confirmation.
#Person1#: What about the commission? From European suppliers I usually get a 3 to 5 percent commission for my imports. It's the general practice.
#Person2#: As a rule we don't allow any commission. But if the order is a substantial one, we'll consider it.
#Person1#: You see, but I do business on a commission basis. A commission on your prices would make it easier for me to promote sales. Even two or three percent would help.
#Person2#: That's something we can discuss later. | Mr. Brown is interested in #Person2#'s hardware and asks #Person2# to give him an indication of price. Mr. Brown also asks for a commission. #Person2# will consider it if the order is a substantial one. |
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#Person1#: I heard that your previous manager was very capable, he is a good manger.
#Person2#: That's a matter of opinion.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: I worked with him for two years. That was the worst time in my career. | #Person1# thinks #Person2#'s previous manager was capable, but #Person2# disagrees. |
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#Person1#: Here is the draft contract, Mr. Brown. Let's discuss the clauses to see if we agree on all of them. Then I will make out an original of the contract. After that, what's left is to fill out the contract and sign our names.
#Person2#: That's OK.
#Person1#: The contract is to be written in Chinese and English. Both languages are equally effective.
#Person2#: Fine. If you'll excuse me, I'd like to go it over first. ( After about 15 minutes ) Hmm, you've done a pretty good job. It's well prepared.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Well, I suggest that we discuss only the clauses and points where we have different opinions just to save time.
#Person1#: That's a good idea.
#Person2#: First, let's read Clause Two about packing. It's our usual practice to ship our products in containers. That'll save time and money, but your contract stipulates the use of wooden cases. So, we'd like to have the woods containers are allowed in the contract.
#Person1#: Agreed.
#Person2#: For shipment, you know we are producing a complete set of equipment for you and it won't all be finished at one time. So would you allow us to make partial shipments.
#Person1#: I understand your position. | #Person1# discusses the clauses of the draft contract with Mr. Brown. Mr. Brown goes it over and requests to have the woods containers allowed and to make partial shipments. #Person1# agrees. |
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#Person1#: Did you hear something?
#Person2#: Oh, it is my cell phone ringing. I set it in the vibration mode.
#Person1#: It is a good habit to set your cell phone to vibrate. It is very annoying to hear the loud and sudden ring tone in quiet offices.
#Person2#: You are right. Some ring tone is just terribly loud. You can hear it even in the next door. It is really a kind of distraction.
#Person1#: Maybe we can write a report to the boss to see what can be done.
#Person2#: Good idea. | #Person2#'s phone rings. Then #Person1# and #Person2# talk about ring tones in offices. They will write a report to the boss. |
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#Person1#: I am sorry to say this, but I seem to have lost the key to the safe.
#Person2#: Where do you think you lost it? Outside the hotel?
#Person1#: Yes, I believe so. How should I compensate for this?
#Person2#: I'm afraid, ma'am, you have to pay U. S. $ 100 since you lost the key.
#Person1#: What! One hundred U. S. dollars. Is it covered by the insurance?
#Person2#: I'm afraid no. It is not covered by this insurance. | #Person1# has lost the key to the safe outside the hotel and thus will be fined $100. |
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#Person1#: I heard you are going out with John?
#Person2#: Yes. To be frank, I really love him to death.
#Person1#: You are so lucky.
#Person2#: Why do you say that?
#Person1#: Why? Are you kidding me? A guy like that is hard to find. Few boys are so caring, so patient, and did I mention he is hottie?
#Person2#: You really think so?
#Person1#: Totally. I am saying it from the bottom of my heart! And it's obvious that he's head over heels in love with you, too.
#Person2#: I sure hope so. | #Person2# loves John. #Person1# thinks #Person2# is lucky to have such a good boyfriend and explains the reasons. |
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#Person1#: What exactly are you looking for?
#Person2#: I am looking for a collection of the 19th century European paintings.
#Person1#: Is it the book on your left, the one with the yellow cover?
#Person2#: Let me see. Yeah, this is what I want. Thanks a lot. | #Person1# helps #Person2# find a collection of the 19th century European paintings. |
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#Person1#: You must have enjoyed using your new camera on your trip.
#Person2#: I would have, but after buying a new camera especially for that trip, I left it in the car of my friend who drove me to the airport. | #Person2# left the new camera in a friend's car. |
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#Person1#: We're having a lovely time,Dad.
#Person2#: I'm sure there's a lot to do.
#Person1#: There is! We've been for a walk in Central Park. It's so big! Everything here is big. And we've climbed the Empire State Building. The view was fantastic. We haven't been to Greenwich Village yet, and we haven't been to Chinatown, either. We're going to do that tomorrow.
#Person2#: Have you seen the Statue of Liberty yet?
#Person1#: Oh, yes, we have. We've just had a helicopter out of the city, and we flew really close to it.
#Person2#: What about a show? Have you seen a show on Broadway yet?
#Person1#: No, we haven't. We're going to see one on our last night here, but we haven't decided what to see yet. | #Person2# tells #Person2#'s dad about #Person2#'s visit to Central Park, the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty. #Person2# is also going to Greenwich Village, Chinatown and Broadway. |
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#Person1#: Is there any ticket for New York left? I want to go coach.
#Person2#: SW113 leaves at 13:25. Would you want one?
#Person1#: Yes. What's the fare?
#Person2#: $ 88 for a single ticket.
#Person1#: Well, I thought it was $ 83.
#Person2#: Yes. From October lst we have to charge every passenger $ 5 for the airport tax.
#Person1#: see. Here is the money. | #Person1# pays #Person2# $88 to buy a ticket to New York. |
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#Person1#: Mom, I'm hungry.
#Person2#: Look in the fridge.
#Person1#: I'm looking, there's nothing to eat, it's almost empty.
#Person2#: Are you sure? I went to the market yesterday.
#Person1#: I don't see anything.
#Person2#: I bought lots of oranges and apples.
#Person1#: I don't want fruit, I want something tasty.
#Person2#: Eat the fruit it's good for you.
#Person1#: Next time you go to the market. Let me go with you.
#Person2#: No, all you want to eat all hot dogs and candy bars. | #Person1#'s mum let #Person1# grab some fruits in the fridge. But #Person1# wants to eat something tasty. |
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#Person1#: Hello Richard.
#Person2#: Hi Karen.
#Person1#: How have you been?
#Person2#: Not too good.
#Person1#: Why? Is there anything bothering you?
#Person2#: I'm sick.
#Person1#: Oh, I am so sorry to hear that. Is it very serious?
#Person2#: It's OK. It's not serious.
#Person1#: That's good. How's your wife?
#Person2#: She's good.
#Person1#: Is she in the United Kingdoom now?
#Person2#: No, she's not here yet.
#Person1#: Where is she?
#Person2#: She's in Canada with our kids.
#Person1#: I see. I have to go now. Please tell your wife I said hi.
#Person2#: OK, I'll talk to you later.
#Person1#: I hope you feel better.
#Person2#: Thanks. | Richard and Karen greet each other. Richard tells Karen he's sick but it's not serious, and his wife and kids are in Canada now. |
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#Person1#: I can't stand this heat. I can't get my attention to studying for the midterm exam. I guess I'll have to go to the library this afternoon.
#Person2#: I don't blame you. This dormitory doesn't have air conditioning. I can't study, either. My roommate and I are thinking about moving out to the other dorm, or an apartment that has air conditioning.
#Person1#: Oh, I thought about moving too. But if I want to live in an apartment, I have to pay a lot of money for electricity. Do you know an air conditioner is cheaper today than it was 10 years ago? On the other hand, electricity is a lot more expensive today.
#Person2#: I didn't know that. How much do we have to pay for the electricity?
#Person1#: 5 years ago, it was possible to run an air conditioner 24 hours a day for mere $20 a month. Today, the same air conditioner in the same house cost more than $40 a month.
#Person2#: Oh no, that's really expensive. Well, I guess I'll tell my roommate will see about the other dorm. If it doesn't workout, we will sweat all summer. | #Person1# and #Person2# feel too hot to study in their dorms. #Person2#'s thinking about moving out to an apartment. But #Person1# says electricity is very expensive in an apartment, so #Person2# will see about the other dorm. |
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#Person1#: Let me tell you what happened to my homework.
#Person2#: OK, go ahead--what is the excuse THIS time?
#Person1#: Actually, I did it, but then it got lost.
#Person2#: Could you have gotten it done at another time?
#Person1#: Yes, I could.
#Person2#: You have never missed an assignment before--when will you be making this one up?
#Person1#: I'll make it up early next week.
#Person2#: That would work, but don't let it happen again.
#Person1#: I'll try.
#Person2#: That will solve it then. Let's work hard to not let it happen again. | Because #Person1# lost #Person1#'s homework, #Person2# asks #Person1# to make it up and reminds #Person1# not to do it again. |
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#Person1#: Doctor, save my baby, please
#Person2#: What symptoms does he have?
#Person1#: He has had a fever for one day. Just now at home, he had febrile convulsions with teeth and fists clenched and eyes turned up. We were at a loss what to do. We called an ambulance and brought the baby here.
#Person2#: How long did the convulsion last?
#Person1#: About 3 minutes.
#Person2#: Does he have any other complaints?
#Person1#: Three days ago, he began to cough, sneeze and have a running nose. Yesterday, he began to have a fever.
#Person2#: Have you taken his temperature?
#Person1#: It was 38 C this morning and it was 39 C just now.
#Person2#: Let me examine him to see if there is any rash. No rash.
#Person1#: Is it serious? Is it meningitis?
#Person2#: No, it is not meningitis. Just a high fever and convulsions, which results from a virus upper respiratory tract inflection.
#Person1#: Does he have to be admitted to hospital?
#Person2#: No. No need for admission. I'll give the baby analgia nose drops to bring down the temperature first. Then I will give you a prescription. The pink tablets are used for his fever. When his temperature is over 38 C, give him one tablet. The other tablets are sedatives for his convulsions. The white liquid is for the cold. Give the baby plenty of water to drink.
#Person1#: Thank you very much, doctor. | #Person1#'s baby has a fever and febrile convulsions. The doctor asks about the symptoms and duration. Then the doctor examines the baby and says there is no need for hospital admissions since it's not serious, and tells #Person1# what #Person1# needs to do. |
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#Person1#: John, it's time to get up.
#Person2#: It can't be time to get up yet.
#Person1#: It is. Hurry up! You'll be late for school.
#Person2#: What's the time?
#Person1#: It's nearly half past seven.
#Person2#: My watch says ten past.
#Person1#: It's slow. Hurry up! The bus goes at twenty to eight.
#Person2#: Are you sure half past seven?
#Person1#: Positive. I'll put the radio on.
#Person2#: ( And here is the seven o'clock news ) It's only seven o'clock. Your watch is fast.
#Person1#: No, it isn't. It's stopped. I forgot to wind it up last night.
#Person2#: I could have stayed in bed for another half hour. | #Person1# wakes up John, saying he'll be late for school. However, it's actually pretty early because #Person1#'s watch has stopped. |