dialogue,summary
"#Person1#: Dad, I need a few supplies for school, and I was wondering if...
#Person2#: Yeah. There are a couple of pencils and an eraser in the kitchen drawer, I think.
#Person1#: Dad, I'm in Grade 8 now, and I need real supplies for my demanding classes.
#Person2#: Oh, so you need a ruler, too?
#Person1#: Dad, I need some high tech stuff like a calculator and a laptop computer.
#Person2#: Uh. I didn't have any of that when I was in middle school, and I did just fine.
#Person1#: Yeah, and there weren't any cars either. Things are a lot more progressive now.
#Person2#: Great. My daughter will be playing video games in class.
#Person1#: Dad.
#Person2#: Okay. How much are these things going to cost me?
#Person1#: Well, I found a computer at the store for only 299.
#Person2#: Well, you'll be supporting me in my old age, so, I guess so. When do you need it?
#Person1#: Now, right now. Mom's already waiting in the car for us. She said she would buy me an ice cream if I could talk you into buying it for me today.",#Person1# tries to talk her dad into buying a few expensive supplies for school. Her dad at first is unwilling but later gives in.
"#Person1#: You look rather pale, Mr. Williams. Aren't you feeling well?
#Person2#: It's nothing serious actually. I was sick most of the night. I didn't sleep very well.
#Person1#: What seems to be the matter? Is it the flu?
#Person2#: No, I think it's something I ate. We ate at that new restaurant last night, and I must have eaten something that didn't agree with me.
#Person1#: Was it that new restaurant over on Fourth Street? Opened only two weeks ago?
#Person2#: As a matter of fact, it was. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: Because Jerry ate there last week and had the same kind of problem. He was sick the next day, too.
#Person2#: That's interesting. Maybe the health authorities should look into the matter.
#Person1#: That's what I think. Two people with similar problems in such a short time can't just be coincidence!",Mr. Williams tells #Person1# he ate something at a restaurant and feels sick. #Person1# says Jerry has the same experience. They think the restaurant should be investigated.
"#Person1#: How is the weather today?
#Person2#: It's very hot and humid.
#Person1#: Quite different from the forecast.
#Person2#: The weather changes often at this time of the year. It's possible to cool down in the late afternoon.
#Person1#: How are the summers here generally?
#Person2#: They are usually hot and rainy.
#Person1#: I have been here for about a month. It's very hot and humid.
#Person2#: It's just June now. The rainy season hasn't arrived yet.
#Person1#: What shall we do today? Good weekends shouldn't be wasted.
#Person2#: What about swimming?
#Person1#: That's a great idea.",#Person2# tells #Person1# it's hot and humid today and the weather here in summers are usually hot and rainy. Then #Person2# suggests swimming and #Person1# agrees.
"#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#: The bell rings. Let's get in the class.",#Person1# and #Person2# think the teacher should talk to Myra privately even if she saw Myra cheating.
"#Person1#: Where did you get your mobile? It's really cute. 
#Person2#: Oh, this? I got it in Singapore. Here, do you want to take a look? 
#Person1#: Thanks. Gee, it's really light! 
#Person2#: Yes, it is, isn't it? A bit too light, really. What make have you got? 
#Person1#: I've got an old Ericsson. Here. Take a look. 
#Person2#: Wow, that's really old. 
#Person1#: Yes, I like collecting antiques. 
#Person2#: Why don't you get a new one? 
#Person1#: I don't know. I like this one, and I don't have any need for all the bells and whistles you get on the new ones. 
#Person2#: Really, what makes you say that? 
#Person1#: Well, I just need to make and receive calls, and it's quite reliable. I find that the more fancy stuff they put into these things, the more likely they are to break bown or go wrong, you know? I mean, this camera function, for instance-how often do you use it? 
#Person2#: Sometimes, but I guess not very often. It's more for fun. Sometimes when I'm on a trip, for example, I can take a picture and send it to my kids. Or I can send a picture of a sample back to my office and get it costed up immediately. 
#Person1#: Well, that's nice I guess. So how many kids do you have? 
#Person2#: Three. Two boys and a girl. ","#Person2# shows #Person1# a light mobile and #Person1# shows #Person2# an old Ericsson. #Person1# doesn't want a new one because #Person1# only needs to make and receives calls, and #Person1# thinks other functions are unreliable."
"#Person1#: I was really glad to hear about your award. Congratulations! 
#Person2#: Thanks, Denise. Actually, 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. I expect to see your name nominated pretty soon, too. You've been doing some great work! ",Denise congratulates #Person2# on #Person2#'s getting the award.
"#Person1#: When were you born may I ask? 
#Person2#: On 20th May 1963. 
#Person1#: Do you know what it was according to the lunar calendar? 
#Person2#: 27th day of the fourth month. 
#Person1#: By the way , could you tell me when the film will begin? 
#Person2#: It will begin at five thirty. 
#Person1#: I am friaid I can't be there on time. 
#Person2#: You can see it tomorrow. 
#Person1#: I don't want to miss it today. 
#Person2#: See you. 
#Person1#: See you. ",#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s birthday and the beginning time of the movie.
"#Person1#: Do you use an anti-virus program to protect your computer? 
#Person2#: Yes, I do. I also use an anti-spyware program and a firewall. There are so many nasties on the internet and so many people who are trying to use the internet to hurt other users. You have to be very careful and keep you computer clean. 
#Person1#: How often do you run your anti-virus program? 
#Person2#: I usually run it every few days. It finds a virus about half the time. 
#Person1#: Which anti-virus program would you recommend? 
#Person2#: How you tried this one? It's very good and you can download it for free on the internet. You can also download updates for free. 
#Person1#: That sounds very good. Which website should I visit to download it? 
#Person2#: Just a minute... go to this one. I'll send you an email with the line in it. It only takes a few minutes to download. Then you have to go through the set up procedures. But they are not complicated. 
#Person1#: What do you use your computer for? 
#Person2#: I use it for several things-surfing the net, word processing and creating presentations. I don't play many games on my computer, but I do a lot of work with photographs. Using c computer program, you can edit and resize photographs. You can also make them brighter or darker and cut pieces from different photographs to create new ones. 
#Person1#: Computers are great, aren't they? I should download some program and learn how to use them. ","#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# uses an anti-virus program to protect the computer and runs it every few days. #Person2# recommends an anti-virus program, and tells #Person1# what #Person2# uses the computer for."
"#Person1#: Hey Michelle, jump in quick. It's pouring out there! 
#Person2#: Oh, hi Melissa. Are you going to the conference too? I was planning to pick up Mr. Campbell. 
#Person1#: Yes, he told me. We need to pick him up at his hotel and then go to the conference. 
#Person2#: Oh I see, okay. So I heard you got married. Congratulations! 
#Person1#: Ah thank you! I'm very excited. We were going to get married next year, but then we decided to get married on holiday instead. It was wonderful. 
#Person2#: That sounds so romantic! Jack and I were hoping to get married in Europe next year, but we had to postpone our plans. We just don't have the money! 
#Person1#: I know what you mean. I think Shanghai is getting more and more expensive, don't you? 
#Person2#: I sure do. In my opinion, it's actually becoming more expensive than back home. 
#Person1#: Definitely. Oh, there's Mr. Campbell. Driver, can you stop here please? ",Melissa picks Michelle up and she is also going to pick up Mr. Campbell. Michelle congratulates Melissa on her marriage and they both agree weddings cost a lot.
"#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 IELTS 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 IELTS 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 accpeted 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. Whatevert you do, I know you'll succeed. ",#Person1# asks for #Person2#'s opinion about studying abroad. #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# has already received some offers but cannot decide where to go. #Person2# gives some suggestions.
"#Person1#: Hello, Chandler! How are you? 
#Person2#: Fine. And you? 
#Person1#: Just so so. I am too tired. My company has been holding too many training sessions lately. 
#Person2#: That's good. Not evey company provides employees with training opportunity. It seems that your company wants to further develop their employees and encourage the lifelong learning.
#Person1#: Good? ! For them but not to me. 
#Person2#: So, what's the problem? 
#Person1#: We have to participate in training after a busy day and during the weekend. You know, after work all you want to do is to throw yourself onto your bed. And during the weekend, you just want to stay at home and enjoy a family dinner.
#Person2#: Yes, you are right. But one should keep learning daily to maintain our keen mental power and to expand our intellectual capacity. Constant learning drives us to sharp our power of reasoning, analysis and judgement.
#Person1#: Yes, I agree with you on the point. But why couldn't the training be held during the working day instead of weekend?
#Person2#: Yes, you are right. I think weekend is the time for family gathering and rest. Maybe you could make that suggestion to your boss.",#Person1# complains to Chandler that #Person1#'s company holds too many training sessions occupying much of their spare time. Chandler thinks training is necessary but agrees that weekends shouldn't be occupied.
"#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.
"#Person1#: So, Marcia, what did you think?
#Person2#: Well, between Sarah Tims and Daniel Watson, I think the choice is pretty obvious.
#Person1#: So do I. Daniel looked so good on paper. His resume was a little too perfect.
#Person2#: He seemed great when I first spoke to him.
#Person1#: Yes, but first impression often lies. I guess some people like that sort of style, but it wouldn't fit in with us. He was much too confident.
#Person2#: I couldn't agree more whereas Sarah Tims.
#Person1#: She was very convincing and confident, but also modest. And I thought her presentation was excellent.
#Person2#: Yes, it was. But I am a little worried about how much experience she has.
#Person1#: Yes, that's true. But she seems ready to take on any challenges we give her.
#Person2#: So, who do we give the job to?
#Person1#: Sarah.
#Person2#: I agree entirely.",#Person1# and Marcia talk about the two candidates' performance. They both think the job should be given to Sarah instead of Daniel.
"#Person1#: Are the people in the store buying our products?
#Person2#: Well, we have good products. Customers think that the products are excellent.
#Person1#: But you don't order the products on time.
#Person2#: The problem isn't there. It's the central computer in New York.
#Person1#: We must improve this system.
#Person2#: OK. Another problem is the salespeople. Customers aren't happy with the service.
#Person1#: But it's difficult to find staff who know about sporting goods, we must increase pay and find better people.
#Person2#: I don't agree. I think we must train the staff that we have.","#Person2# tells #Person1# customers think the products are excellent, but the problems lie in the system and the salespeople."
"#Person1#: Hello, Mr. Jan Erik Fredman, you are a frequent traveler, and we also know that you eat out twice a day. How come you are so fond of eating out?
#Person2#: When I got my first job back in nineteen eighty two and started traveling, I had no other choice but to eat out. I found that I felt different due to what I was eating, so I try to find places that served food that made me feel good. The secret was the quality of the food and how well the food was prepared. I made an effort to find good restaurants as well as nice dishes.
#Person1#: How did you manage to make a list of 218 favorite restaurants?
#Person2#: I have lived in many cities. And when I moved back to Sweden from the United States, people asked me where to go to eat when they went to cities I knew. I got a lot of ideas. Then I wrote about restaurants for the Swedish Clubs Magazine. And someone suggested I gather the information about the restaurants together. Since I had all the facts about the restaurants, I had been too. I started to do that.
#Person1#: How do you find restaurants?
#Person2#: The best way is to ask the people there. I may talk to people at a street market or take a walk and look for a place myself. I never ask a hotel clerk or a taxi driver. I don't go to empty restaurants or places with menus difficult to understand.","#Person1# interviews Mr. Fredman. Mr. Fredman explains why he likes eating out, how he manages to make a long list of favorite restaurants, and how he finds restaurants in detail."
"#Person1#: Could you tell me your education background?
#Person2#: Sure, where shall I begin?
#Person1#: Which University did you go to?
#Person2#: I went to the University of Ohio.
#Person1#: What degree did you get?
#Person2#: I got a bachelors degree.
#Person1#: What was your major?
#Person2#: I majored in English and minored in Chinese.
#Person1#: What was your GPA?
#Person2#: I graduated with honors I had a 3.9.
#Person1#: Do you plan to pursue further education?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to obtain a masters degree in international relations.
#Person1#: When do you think you will do that?
#Person2#: After I have 3:00 to 4:00 years of work experience.
#Person1#: I see.","#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s education background including #Person2#'s university, degree, major, GPA, and further education plan."
"#Person1#: Hello, China Southern Airlines. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, could I make a reservation to New York on July 21st, next Friday?
#Person1#: Sorry, there is no flight available on July 21st.
#Person2#: That's too bad. What's the earliest flight available?
#Person1#: I can give you a reservation on flight No CZ 387 on July 22nd.
#Person2#: What about the fight schedule?
#Person1#: It departs at 12:10 and arrives at 15:10 next day.
#Person2#: Is it a non-stop flight?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Sounds good. I'd like to take this flight.
#Person1#: Would you prefer first class or economy class?
#Person2#: Economy class.
#Person1#: And your name, please?
#Person2#: Edward Smith.
#Person1#: Mr. Smith, you can get things fixed through our agencies in Guangzhou. Do remember to bring your passport with you.
#Person2#: Yes, many thanks. Goodbye.
#Person1#: Bye.","Edward Smith wants to book a flight to New York on July 21st but it isn't available, so he takes another flight on July 22nd."
"#Person1#: What is my prime responsibility in daily work?
#Person2#: Your main job is serving the clients and giving them what they want.
#Person1#: What other things do I need to know?
#Person2#: You'd spend 30 % of your time on the computer. You may be bored with a job like that.
#Person1#: No problem. I am used to it.",#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1#'s main job is serving the clients and spending much time on the computer. #Person1#'s used to it.
"#Person1#: Hi, Bob, everything okay?
#Person2#: More or less. There's just one thing bothering me.
#Person1#: Oh? What's that?
#Person2#: Well, you know I have some students studying for their master's degree. One of them tried to give me a gift that kinda made me uneasy.
#Person1#: What gift?
#Person2#: It's an Egyptian carpet. The student came to my office the other day and brought the carpet to show his gratitude. Seeing what gift was, I was really uncomfortable. I mean it's too expensive a gift for a student to give a professor. I don't think I've done anything to deserve that gift, so I refused it.
#Person1#: You refused the gift? That's terrible.
#Person2#: I know, but I really can't accept such an expensive gift. I explained to him why, but he seemed really upset about it. I think he might have taken it the wrong way.
#Person1#: Perhaps. He probably thinks you considered the gift a bribe for a higher grade.
#Person2#: That's what I am worried about. I do understand the respect attached with the gift and I am honored. But I really don't think it's proper for a student to spend a fortune on a gift for a professor. I think we need to have a talk to make sure we are on the same page.","Bob tells #Person1# a student tried to give him an Egyptian carpet. He thought it was too expensive and refused it, but he's worried that the student might have taken it the wrong way."
"#Person1#: Let's go practice your driving.
#Person2#: If that's what you want to do, then we can.
#Person1#: Did you buckle your seatbelt?
#Person2#: I'm buckled up. What's next?
#Person1#: You need to start the car now.
#Person2#: What do you want me to do?
#Person1#: Go left.
#Person2#: How far should I go?
#Person1#: I'll let you know when I want you to stop.
#Person2#: Tell me before you want me to stop.
#Person1#: All right, try parking here.
#Person2#: Thanks. Let's go driving again tomorrow.",#Person1# advises #Person2# to practice driving and gives instructions during the practice.
"#Person1#: Hi! Is that the new laptop you brought last week? It looks very nice.
#Person2#: Yes, it is. Thanks. I ' m just surfing on the internet.
#Person1#: Here? In this cafe? How can you do that?
#Person2#: This cafe offers a wireless internet connection. That means I can get on the net for free while I ' m here. Of course, I have to buy a cup of coffee!
#Person1#: That ' s great. Can you do it anywhere?
#Person2#: No. you can only do it when the cafe offers a wireless connection. There are only about 10 or 12 places that offer it in this city.
#Person1#: So, what programs do you have on your laptop?
#Person2#: I ' Ve got all the usual ones for word processing and then I have a few for creating and editing photographs.
#Person1#: I know you are keen on photography. It ' s very useful for you to be able to download photos from your digital camera. Then you attach the picture files to emails and send them to anyone, anywhere, at a
#Person2#: It ' s wonderful, isn ' t it? Would you like to see some photos that I took recently?",#Person2#'s surfing on the internet with #Person2#'s new laptop through a wireless internet connection offered by the cafe. #Person2# tells #Person1# what programs #Person2# has and invites #Person1# to see some photos #Person2# took recently.
"#Person1#: Good morning, sir. Can I see your boarding pass, please?
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Excuse me, sir. This is your passport.
#Person2#: Really? Ugh. . . Is there any difference?
#Person1#: Yes. As a matter of fact, you can't board the plane without boarding pass.
#Person2#: Gee. I must have left it in my hotel room.
#Person1#: I'm sorry sir. I can't let you pass.
#Person2#: But when does the plane take off?
#Person1#: Ugh, in about thirty minutes, sir.
#Person2#: Oh, my God! What do I do now? Bone head, bone head, bone head ( He smashes his head with his hand. ).
#Person1#: Calm down, sir. You are creating a commotion.
#Person2#: ( The speaker in the airport says, 'Mr. Benjamin, we now have a boarding pass by the name of Benjamin at Lost and Found. ') Is that me?
#Person1#: Could be.
#Person2#: Oh, thank God. Thank you, I'll be right back.
#Person1#: ( Benjamin starts to run and then he seems to remember something and returns. ) Ugh, excuse me, where is the Lost and Found?
#Person2#: It's down in the lobby. Turn left at exit B.
#Person1#: Thank you, thank you, thanks again.","#Person1# can't let Benjamin board the plane without his boarding pass. Benjamin thinks he left it in the hotel room and blames himself, then the speaker in the airport announces that there is a boarding pass by the name of Benjamin at Lost and Found. Benjamin will go to have a look."
"#Person1#: Good! There's the information desk. How do we get to the 70th Street, please?
#Person2#: The Northern Line is what you want.
#Person1#: How much is it?
#Person2#: It's two yuan.
#Person1#: Which way do we go for the Northern Line?
#Person2#: Just go through the No. 8 ticket-barrier over there. A train will be in directly.
#Person1#: I appreciate it. Thank you.
#Person2#: That's all right.",#Person1# asks #Person2# for directions to the 70th Street.
"#Person1#: Vince. We're both busy, so I'm not going to beat around the bush. I need a raise.
#Person2#: I can't do that, Zina. You know I can't.
#Person1#: Bull. I're done my research. I know you still control more than 65 percent of invoking options.
#Person2#: Who told you that?
#Person1#: That doesn't matter. I want at least 4 percent.","Zina needs a raise. Vince can't do that, but Zina insists."
"#Person1#: How is your business on the Internet, Steven?
#Person2#: Don't mention it. I lost a bunch of money on it this year. I think it is on the brink of bankruptcy.
#Person1#: I am sorry to hear that. It shows that you should buy companies, not ideas.
#Person2#: I changed my strategy around too. I am investing in good companies now.
#Person1#: Yes, I agree with you. I am going to find a good company and invest in it soon.
#Person2#: It's a good idea. But please be careful when you invest this time.
#Person1#: Yes, I will. I should learn more from you. After all I am green hand on it.
#Person2#: If you have any question, you can ask me.
#Person1#: OK. My wife sent me a message and asked me to go home just now. I am leaving.
#Person2#: All right. Let's chat next time. Bye-bye.
#Person1#: Bye.",Steven lost much money on Internet business so he's now investing in good companies. #Person1# wants to invest too but #Person1# is green hand on investment. Steven's willing to help.
"#Person1#: Wow! What happened to you? You look sad.
#Person2#: I just lost my job. My boss just told me.
#Person1#: That's unbelievable. Why did this happen?
#Person2#: I don't understand of myself. It seems they have to save money.
#Person1#: I cant't believe it. You've worked here for years.",#Person1#'s astonished that #Person2# lost #Person2#'s job.
"#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 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# takes several pictures for #Person2# in the garden. They take a picture together by setting the timer but it isn't ideal, so they'll go to the falls and try again."
"#Person1#: This is the good life! We have it good don't you think?
#Person2#: Yeah of course! Although, don't you ever wonder what could have been?
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Well, sometimes I think of how things could have turned out if I had done things a little differently.
#Person1#: For example?
#Person2#: Like for example, if I hadn't studied architecture, I would have become an artist like I wanted to.
#Person1#: I see. Yeah now that I think of it, I wouldn't have gotten married if I hadn't moved to this town and met Sally.
#Person2#: You see! Everything happens for a reason! We wouldn't even have met if I hadn't been in that car accident ten years ago!
#Person1#: Well, I have no regrets!
#Person2#: I'll drink to that!",#Person1# and #Person2# talk about how their life would be if they had done things differently. They are content with their current life.
"#Person1#: So how long do you plan to live here?
#Person2#: We'd like to sign a year-long contract, if that's OK.
#Person1#: Fine by me. Do you know how to read this kind of contract?
#Person2#: Yes. We've signed them before. We even brought our chops.
#Person1#: Great. When in Rome, you guys know what to do.
#Person2#: We'll sign our signatures, too. And give you our passport numbers along with our ARC numbers.
#Person1#: That about does it. See you in a week.",#Person2# will sign a one-year contract and tells #Person1# they know how to read the contract.
"#Person1#: Jodi, I must get a hold of Jim today, but I forgot his address and phone number.
#Person2#: Don't worry about it. I have his pager number right here.
#Person1#: Really? You'Ve helped me a lot. Thank you.
#Person2#: Forget it. It's nothing.",Jodi tells #Person1# Jim's pager number. #Person1#'s grateful.
"#Person1#: Why are you handing me a plastic cup?
#Person2#: Your doctor wants to test your urine and needs a sample.
#Person1#: How am I supposed to do that?
#Person2#: We need you to urinate like you normally would, and then stop and finish into the cup.
#Person1#: What am I supposed to do with the cup when I am done?
#Person2#: Leave the cup in the cubby in the restroom. Just close the cubby door and walk away.
#Person1#: What kind of test is this?
#Person2#: He wants to know if you have bacteria in your urine, which could signal an infection.
#Person1#: How long will it take to get the results?
#Person2#: We will send your doctor the results, and he will contact you.",#Person2# needs to test #Person1#'s urine to know if there's bacteria and tells #Person1# how to do collect a urine sample.
"#Person1#: Excuse me, what do you want for this bag?
#Person2#: Let me see. That one goes for $ 17.
#Person1#: Would you take $ 12?
#Person2#: No, I can't give it to you, let you have it for 12. How about 14?
#Person1#: 13. 50?
#Person2#: Sorry, $ 14 is the lowest I can go.",#Person1# bargains with #Person2# for a bag.
"#Person1#: That's right. Once the contract with Stars. com is final, we'll deal with Zina.
#Person2#: I can't wait to see the expression on her face when we dump her.
#Person1#: Don't jump the gun. She's in the driver's seat right now. You have to be patient.
#Person2#: Don't worry. I'm patient, but vengeance will be mine.
#Person1#: Settle down, Elvin. If you're not careful, you'll give our plan away. Zina's smart, you know.",Elvin and #Person2# plan to deal with Zina to revenge on her. #Person2# asks Elvin to be patient.
"#Person1#: You look upset, is there anything wrong?
#Person2#: Yes, to tell you the truth, there is.
#Person1#: What is it?
#Person2#: Well, I've lost my wallet and my ID card.
#Person1#: Oh, that's too bad! I am sorry to hear that!
#Person2#: Forget it, there is no use crying over the spilled milk.",#Person2# lost #Person2#'s wallet and ID card. #Person1# feels sorry.
"#Person1#: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Good morning. I have a reservation for a single room with a bath here.
#Person1#: May I have your name, please?
#Person2#: John Bradley.
#Person1#: Just a moment, sir, while I look through our list. Yes, we do have a reservation for you, Mr. Bradley. Would you please fill out this form while I prepare your key card for you?
#Person2#: Yes, can I borrow your pen for a minute please?
#Person1#: Sure. Here you are.
#Person2#: What should I fill in under the room number?
#Person1#: You can just skip that. I will put in the room number for you later on.
#Person2#: Here you are. I think I have filled out everything correctly.
#Person1#: Let me see, name, address, nationality, forwarding address, passport number, place of issue, signature and date of departure. Oh, here sir. You forgot to put that date of your departure. Here let me fill it in for you. Are you leaving in. . . ?
#Person2#: Oct 24th.
#Person1#: Now everything is in order. Mr. Bradley, your room number is 6020. It is on the sixth floor and the daily rate is 90 dollars per night. Here is your key card with all the information on your booking, the hotel services and the hotel rules and regulations on it. Please make sure that you have it with you all the time. You need to show it when you sign in for your meals and drinks in the restaurants and the bars. You also need to show it when you collect your key from the information desk.
#Person2#: Ok, I will take good care of it.
#Person1#: And now if you are ready Mr. Bradley, I will call the bellboy and he will take you to your room.
#Person2#: Yes, I am ready. Thank you.
#Person1#: I hope you enjoy your stay with us.
#Person2#: I will try.","John Bradley has a reservation at #Person1#'s hotel. #Person1# asks him to fill out the form and prepares his key card, which John needs to have with him all the time. #Person1# will call the bellboy to take John to his room."
"#Person1#: What's wrong, Jerry? You look so upset.
#Person2#: To be honest, I was just dumped.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. You can go on a holiday cheer you up.
#Person2#: No, thanks. I'm not in the mood for traveling.
#Person1#: Come on. A trip will do you good. Are you doing anything this weekend?
#Person2#: I was planning on doing a lot of wallowing.
#Person1#: Well, my friends and I are planning on going to Shangri-La on Saturday. Do you want to come with us?
#Person2#: Where is that?
#Person1#: Not very far from here. We'll fly. It's about one and a half hours.
#Person2#: What's there to see?
#Person1#: There is a large canyon, vast grasslands, ancient forests and mountain lakes.
#Person2#: Oh, sounds nice.
#Person1#: Yes, the scenery there is breathtaking. I have some pictures at home. You can come over and take a look if you like
#Person2#: Ok. Then I can make up my mind.",Jerry looks upset because he was dumped. #Person1# suggests going to Shangri-La with #Person1# and #Person1#'s friends. Jerry's interested and will decide after looking at the pictures.
"#Person1#: No, it hasn't. It's very dirty.
#Person2#: Someone ought to clean it today.
#Person1#: Mark should clean it. It's his turn.
#Person2#: No, he cleaned it last time. It's your turn.
#Person1#: No, it isn't. You always clean it after Mark.
#Person2#: Oh dear, is it really my turn? In that case, I'll clean tomorrow.
#Person1#: Clean it now. Only lazy people say they'll work tomorrow.
#Person2#: Then I'll clean it the day after tomorrow.
#Person1#: You are lazy. You ought to be ashamed? You should enjoy working.","#Person1# points out that it's #Person2#'s turn to clean, but #Person2# doesn't want to do it today."
"#Person1#: What a great weekend that was!
#Person2#: My feeling's exactly.
#Person1#: I really enjoy the beach in the summer.
#Person2#: I couldn't agree with you more.
#Person1#: We should come here more often.
#Person2#: You are absolutely right.
#Person1#: I'd like to come back next weekend.",#Person1# and #Person2# are enjoying the beach and they're both hilarious.
"#Person1#: What do you think about the apartment so far?
#Person2#: It is beautiful.
#Person1#: You don't have any problems with how it looks?
#Person2#: Actually, there is a problem.
#Person1#: Like what?
#Person2#: There are some stains that were left in the carpet.
#Person1#: Those stains will be cleaned out of the carpet before you move in.
#Person2#: Oh, is that right?
#Person1#: Yes. Now what other problems do you have?
#Person2#: That was the only problem that I saw.
#Person1#: Well, I'm glad that everything else is to your liking.
#Person2#: I honestly love it.",#Person2#'s satisfied with the apartment except for some stains on the carpet. #Person1# assures #Person2# they'll be cleaned before #Person2# moves in.
"#Person1#: Honey, I think I need to go see the doctor.
#Person2#: Ah! You're bleeding all over! What happened?
#Person1#: I was working in the garage and cut myself with my saw.
#Person2#: Here, use this rag to apply pressure to the cut. Does it hurt?
#Person1#: No, not really, there's just a lot of blood.
#Person2#: You may just need stitches. I think they can handle this at the clinic instead of the ER. Let me make a quick phone call.
#Person1#: I'm going to go sit in the car while I still have the stomach to walk.
#Person2#: Oh, sorry! I forgot you get queasy with the sight of blood. I'll be right there.",#Person1# is bleeding because #Person1# was cut by a saw. #Person2# will take #Person1# to the clinic.
"#Person1#: Excuse me, is there a Post Office around here?
#Person2#: Yes. There's one on the corner of 23th street.
#Person1#: How do I get there from here?
#Person2#: Just walk north for 3 blocks. It's next to the Mexico restaurant.
#Person1#: How far is that?
#Person2#: Oh, very close. Maybe 5 minutes walk.",#Person1# asks #Person2# for directions to the Post Office.
"#Person1#: I need to make some money so that I can take a trip to the north in February. Do you know any ways of making money?
#Person2#: How about delivering papers?
#Person1#: I already thought of that, but I don't have a bike.
#Person2#: How about walking dogs?
#Person1#: What? Walking dogs?
#Person2#: Yeah, you know, there are lots of people around here with little dogs. The dogs have to be walked every day. That's good for their health.
#Person1#: I don't know. How much can I make?
#Person2#: More than carrying papers.
#Person1#: Well, I do like animals. How do you go about finding dogs to walk?
#Person2#: Put an advertisement in the Sunday newspaper.
#Person1#: And how much is an ad?
#Person2#: An ad is under ten dollars, I'm sure. You can try for two dollars for half an hour--that would be ten dollars for five times a week. You can walk three or four dogs every day after school, you can get rich.",#Person1# wants to make money. #Person2# advises #Person1# to walk dogs and tells #Person1# to put an advertisement in the newspaper to find dogs to walk.
"#Person1#: Look, Jenny. I don't understand what's going on. You said your sister was arriving at 7:30. It's 8:30 now.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, Mike. I don't understand either. Here's Helena's telegram. Have a look at it.
#Person1#: Arriving Heathrow Tuesday 19:30. Can't wait to see you. Can't wait to see you. Hmmm. I can't wait to see her. Jenny, where's she coming from? What airline is she traveling on? What's the flight number?
#Person2#: I don't know, do I? This telegram is the only information I have.
#Person1#: Never mind, Jenny. Let's have a coffee. We can sit down and think about the best thing to do.",Jenny and Mike are waiting for Jenny's sister Helena at the airport but she doesn't show up. They read her telegram again and decide to think about solutions.
"#Person1#: The bus was supposed to arrive at 9:00 and it's already 15 minutes late. If it doesn't come soon, I'll be late for my date.
#Person2#: Yes, I have a meeting at 10:00 and I can't afford to miss it.",The bus hasn't arrived. #Person1# and #Person2# will be late.
"#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.
"#Person1#: Paulanar Restaurant. Head waiter. Good morning.
#Person2#: I'd like to book a table for two.
#Person1#: And is that for today, Madam?
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: At what time, Madam?
#Person2#: Oh, about three o'clock, I suppose.
#Person1#: I'm afraid we only serve lunch till 3 p.m., Madam.
#Person2#: Oh, well, two o'clock then, and it must be by a window.
#Person1#: Very good, and your name, please?
#Person2#: White. Linda White.
#Person1#: Very good, Mrs. White. A table for two at 2 p.m. today.",Linda White books a table for two at Paulanar Restaurant at 2 p.m. today with #Person1#'s help.
"#Person1#: Hi Randall. [ Hi ] Come on in.
#Person2#: Uh, yeah, I stopped by to see if you were still looking for a roommate to share your house.
#Person1#: Yeap. I sure am. Ever since I cut back on my working hours to go to school, I've been really strapped for cash.
#Person2#: Oh.
#Person1#: Hey, let me show you the place. Uh, here's the living room.
#Person2#: Oh. It looks like you could use a new carpet ... and those stains?
#Person1#: Well. I've had a few problems with some former roommates. I know it needs to be cleaned, but I just don't have the money to do it right now.
#Person2#: Oh. And what about the kitchen?
#Person1#: Right this way. Look. It's completely furnished with all the latest appliances, except ...
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: Well, the refrigerator door is broken ... a little bit ... and it won't shut all the way. It needs fixing, but don't worry. I've just improvised by pushing a box against it to keep it shut.
#Person2#: Hmm. Great.
#Person1#: Ah. It isn't that bad.
#Person2#: Well how about the bathroom?
#Person1#: Well ...
#Person2#: No, no. Don't tell me. The toilet is clogged or the sink has a few leaks.
#Person1#: No, those work fine, but, uh, the tile in the shower needs to be replaced, and the window needs fixing.
#Person2#: Let me see. The tile ... what? The window? Where's the window pane?
#Person1#: Well, that's another slight problem. I've put up a piece of cardboard to keep out the [ Hmmm ] rain and snow, and if it gets a little cold, you can always turn up the heat. Well, you used to until the central heating went out. [Oh boy.]
#Person2#: Hey, I think I've seen enough. I can't believe you've survived under these conditions.
#Person1#: So what do you think? You really can't beat a place like this for $450 a month. So it has a few problems, but we can fix those.
#Person2#: Uh, no thank you. I think I've seen enough.","Randall stopped by to see if #Person1# is still looking for a roommate. #Person1# shows Randall the place but the house has many problems, so Randall won't rent the room even though #Person1# offers a low price."
"#Person1#: What seems to be the matter?
#Person2#: I just can't sleep well, doctor.
#Person1#: I see. And how long have you had this problem?
#Person2#: Oh, for about two weeks now.
#Person1#: Two weeks. Do you have headaches?
#Person2#: Sometimes.
#Person1#: Fever?
#Person2#: No.
#Person1#: Are you having any family problems?
#Person2#: No, not really. We all get along pretty well.
#Person1#: And how about work?
#Person2#: Well, I've been working a lot lately... more than 11 hours a day.
#Person1#: Maybe you should take a vacation and just rest for a few days.
#Person2#: Well, I can't right now. We're in the middle of some important business.
#Person1#: Yes, I understand, but you really need to slow down. You're going to kill yourself if you go on like this.",#Person2# can't sleep well for about two weeks and sometimes has headaches. #Person1# thinks it's because of overworking and suggests some rest.
"#Person1#: Senator Kirk, if you are elected again, what do you plan to do?
#Person2#: Well, first, I plan to create more jobs. My office will work hard to make our state a good place for businesses. Businesses will hire more people, and more people will be able to work and feed their families here.
#Person1#: What do you think about the environment?
#Person2#: I am a strong supporter of protecting the environment. I think that we need to build more trains. We need more people to ride their bikes. We need to protect the air. Everybody needs clean air, and when I am elected Senator, I will make sure we protect the earth.
#Person1#: In 2009, you voted to let factories put their garbage into the river. Is that correct?
#Person2#: No! That's not correct. I never voted to let factories put their garbage in the river. You have your facts wrong. I am a strong supporter of business, but I am an even stronger supporter of the environment.","Senator Kirk tells #Person1# he will create more jobs and help protect the earth if elected again, and he denies he had voted to let factories put their garbage into the river."
"#Person1#: Hey, Jessica, there is a new fun test in the paper. I love to fill these things out.
#Person2#: What's this one about?
#Person1#: It's about health.
#Person2#: OK. Read it to me. I'll keep score.
#Person1#: OK. No. 1: Do you smoke more than ten cigarettes a day?
#Person2#: That's easy. I gave up smoking three years ago.
#Person1#: Right. You know, I should too.
#Person2#: Yeah, I've heard that before.
#Person1#: No, No, really. I'm going to. But for now I'd have to say, yes. OK. No. 2: Do you have a check-up at your doctor's office at least once a year?
#Person2#: Yeah, the company makes us go to the doctor every year. How about you?
#Person1#: Well, I went to the doctor...let's see...about three years ago.
#Person2#: You should go more often.
#Person1#: Well, let's move on to No. 7: Do you work more than ten hours a day?
#Person2#: No, but you've been working a lot lately.
#Person1#: I'm really tired. I should work a lot less. But we've been busy though.
#Person2#: You really should slow down.
#Person1#: It's not that easy. Last question: Do you worry a lot in your life?
#Person2#: Worry a lot? Yeah. I guess I'd have to say yes. I should rest more.
#Person1#: I definitely should rest more. You know what? It's surprising I'm not dead already.","#Person1# reads a test about health to Jessica. Jessica gave up smoking, goes to the doctor every year, and doesn't work overtime, but #Person1# smokes, seldom goes to the doctor, and is quite busy. They both worry a lot in life and they should rest more."
"#Person1#: There will be a party at my new house this Saturday. Would you like to come?
#Person2#: That sounds good, but I have French class in the morning and dance class in the afternoon.
#Person1#: That's OK. The party is to start in the evening, and you can come after the dance class.
#Person2#: Great! Should I bring something?
#Person1#: Yes, it's a potluck party, so you should prepare something to eat.
#Person2#: No problem. A roast turkey, salad, or pudding... I was wondering which to prepare.
#Person1#: Anything will be fine.
#Person2#: I think I'm good at pudding. I'll make banana-flavored pudding for you.
#Person1#: Nice. See you then.",#Person1# invites #Person2# to a party. #Person2# will make a pudding and bring it to the party.
"#Person1#: What shall we do this weekend?
#Person2#: Did you have something special in mind?
#Person1#: No, not really. I just thought it might be fun to do something new.
#Person2#: Doing something for a change, you mean?
#Person1#: Yes, something different. I need a change.
#Person2#: I usually go shopping and have my hair done during the weekend and you usually watch the football games on TV.
#Person1#: Yes, you often have tea with your friends. And I sometimes play cards with my friends. We seldom do anything together. It's quite unlike when we were first married.
#Person2#: Now I've got an idea. Autumn is the best season in Beijing. Why don't we go for a picnic this weekend? You'll invite your friends and I'll invite mine. We'll go together.
#Person1#: Good idea! I'd see about the car and you'll prepare the food. But are you sure you really want all our friends to come along?",#Person1# and #Person2# want to do something for a change this weekend. #Person2# suggests going for a picnic with their friends. #Person1# agrees.
"#Person1#: Tell me about yourself and your past experience. 
#Person2#: For the past 3 years, I have been working in China East Airlines Corporation Limited. I'm very tolerant of people and have been told that this is one of my strengths. I feel I have a lot to offer as a team member. 
#Person1#: Why are you interested in this occupation? 
#Person2#: It's always been my dream to be a stewardess. And I like travelling to different places. 
#Person1#: What do you think is the chief charcteristic for a stewardess? 
#Person2#: Well, a stewardess should be friendly, courteous, patient and treat passengers kindly and politely. 
#Person1#: Do you get angry easily? 
#Person2#: No, I know how to control my temper. 
#Person1#: If a passenger had a accident, what would you do? 
#Person2#: I would give him or her basic first aid and ask my partner to call for assistance at the same time. 
#Person1#: If you are hired, when can you start work? 
#Person2#: I can begin to work right away because I am out of work now. 
#Person1#: What are your salary expectations? 
#Person2#: I really need more information about the job before we start to discuss salary. I'd like to postpone that discussion until later. Maybe you could tell me what is budgeted for the position and how your commission structure works. ",#Person1# interviews #Person2#. #Person2# tells #Person1# about herself and her past experience. #Person2# shows her professionalism as a stewardess and then talks about salary expectation with #Person1#.
"#Person1#: What is life? 
#Person2#: Don't ask such a question. You know it has no certain answer. Everyone knows it is in his heart. 
#Person1#: Then do you think that life is arranged by something above us. 
#Person2#: Maybe, the whirligig of time, who knows? 
#Person1#: Right. ",#Person1# and #Person2# talk about life.
"#Person1#: What time is our connecting flight? 
#Person2#: Let me check. Oh, oh!It's at 3:25. 
#Person1#: Wow, that's cutting it close! That means we only have 25 minutes to make the connection! What gate is it at? 
#Person2#: It's at... gate 14. 
#Person1#: Oh, great! That's at the other end of the terminal! 
#Person2#: OK, so here's the plan; When we land, run to gate 14! 
#Person1#: I'm be right behind ya! ",#Person1# and #Person2# are rushing to catch their connecting flight.
"#Person1#: Happy birthday, Ms. Lin. Here is a present for you. 
#Person2#: Oh, thank you! It's very kind of you. Ah, it is a porcelain vase. 
#Person1#: I hope you like it. 
#Person2#: Yes, it is lovely. I have been expecting something like this for a long time. Thanks ever so much. 
#Person1#: I am glad you like it. ",#Person1# gives Ms. Lin a porcelain vase for her birthday and Ms. Lin likes it.
"#Person1#: Linda, John and I are going to get married next week. 
#Person2#: That's wonderful. Congratulations. 
#Person1#: Thank you, Linda. We would love you to come to our wedding. 
#Person2#: I'd love to. What date is it? 
#Person1#: It's May 1st. 
#Person2#: What day is that? 
#Person1#: It's Saturday. Could you make the time? 
#Person2#: Yes, sure. What time will the wedding begin? 
#Person1#: At nine sharp. 
#Person2#: Very good! I'm looking forward to it. Please give my best regards to John. And I wish you best luck! 
#Person1#: Thanks. ",#Person1# invites Linda to #Person1#'s wedding. Linda accepts the invitation and congratulates them.
"#Person1#: hi, Bob, I am so glad that you came. 
#Person2#: of course I'd come. I couldn't think of a better chance to see all my old friends. 
#Person1#: yeah. It's hard to believe that it's been ten years since graduation. It feels just yesterday we collected our diplomas. 
#Person2#: how time flies. But hey, how are things going with you? 
#Person1#: oh, where to start? There have been ups and downs. I'm still trying to find my place in this world. It's only recently that I've been ablt to start settling down. How about you? You still with Jenn 
#Person2#: yeah, Jenny and I got married right after graduation. It was tough the first years trying to make ends meet. I was supporting us both while she continued her studies. But now things are getting better 
#Person1#: oh, that sounds wonderful. I have always known you two would make it. I hope I can keep in better contact with you guys. I don't want us to drift apart again. 
#Person2#: definitely! Actually, we just moved into a new place. There's a house-warming party this Saturday, if you are free? I know Jenny would love to see you again and it should be a good party. 
#Person1#: sounds great! I'll be there. ",#Person1# and Bob haven't met each other since their graduation ten years ago. They each talk about their current life. Bob then invites #Person1# to their house-warming party.
"#Person1#: It will do you good to go out for entertainment at weekends. What kind of movie do you like best? 
#Person2#: It's hard to say, I like interesting and significant ones. I don't care whether they're blockbusters or not. 
#Person1#: Shall we go downtown for a movie this Friday evening? 
#Person2#: Very good, What's on? 
#Person1#: I'm not sure. Let me give a call to find out. ",#Person2# likes interesting and significant movies. #Person1# invites #Person2# to a movie this Friday evening.
"#Person1#: David, where did you get so many old books?
#Person2#: Some graduates were selling their used books. They were really cheap so I bought some.
#Person1#: But aren't you leaving China in 2 weeks? How can you finish reading so many books?
#Person2#: I'll take them back to America. I want to continue to improve my Chinese so they'll be very helpful.
#Person1#: When will you come to China again?
#Person2#: I don't know. Maybe several years later or maybe next year. That all depends.
#Person1#: Depends on what?
#Person2#: It depends on whether my mom will recover or not. If she is still ill, I cannot leave her to work in China.",David will take the old books he bought to America. He tells #Person1# whether he comes back to China depends on his mother's health.
"#Person1#: This is beautiful. Are we setting up camp here or are we going to follow the trail down to the river?
#Person2#: Let's rest here for a bit. I told the others to meet us here, so we could take advantage of the view. But we should go down to the river to put up the tents.
#Person1#: How did you find out about this place? It seems pretty far away from towns.
#Person2#: My dad used to live near here. When I was young, my uncle took my brother and me to his cabin and we used to fish there.
#Person1#: Why don't we just sleep there then?
#Person2#: It's abandoned, so there's nothing there. By the way, did you bring the water up from the car?
#Person1#: No, I thought you brought it. Now, we have to go back down to the car.
#Person2#: Calm down. The river flowing all around us is a clean water source.
#Person1#: What was that noise? Oh, Scott!
#Person2#: It's probably the other guys on the trail, unless it's a monster.
#Person1#: Stop joking around.",Scott tells #Person1# how he found out about the beautiful place. They didn't bring the water but Scott says the river around them is a clean water source.
"#Person1#: Tony, two universities have offered to accept you as their student, which would you like to go to?
#Person2#: Can you give me some advice?
#Person1#: California University is near your hometown, while Washington University is 700 miles away.
#Person2#: I don't mind the distance. What about the fees?
#Person1#: Washington University charges about $12,000 a year, while California University charges about $9,000.
#Person2#: I hear there are more foreign students in Washington than in California.
#Person1#: That's because it is in the capital of the US, and more courses are offered there, too.
#Person2#: Well, I still can't decide which University to choose.
#Person1#: Then you should go and visit both of them. This is the only way to help make your mind up.
#Person2#: OK. I'll go and see for myself.","#Person1# tells Tony about California University and Washington University that have offered Tony to be their students, but Tony still can't decide. #Person1# then suggests visiting them."
"#Person1#: Hello, Mary, how are you today? I hear you weren't well last week.
#Person2#: I'm much better now. Thank you.
#Person1#: What was the matter? Nothing serious I hope.
#Person2#: Oh, no, I had a bad cold and had to stay in bed for 2 days.
#Person1#: I'm glad you're better. Anyway, I hope it was the last cold of the winter and not the first cold of the summer. What about your friend Dan? I hear she's ill, too.
#Person2#: She was ill, but she's all right now. I think she caught my cold.
#Person1#: Everybody seems to have one now. I expect it's the sudden change of weather, 1 day hot and the next day cold.
#Person2#: And very windy, too. That's why I'm wearing a sweater today. What do you think of it? Pretty, isn't it?
#Person1#: It certainly is. It must have cost a lot. Where did you find it?
#Person2#: Oh, I got it at a sale. It was quite cheap.
#Person1#: Really? Well, Mary, I must say it suits you very well. What a pity we men can't wear beautiful sweaters.
#Person2#: Never mind. Let's go and buy one like it to send to your sister Linda in America.
#Person1#: Now that's very kind of you, Mary. I'm really thinking of sending her a present.",Mary had a bad cold but she's better now. #Person1# thinks it's the sudden change of weather that causes the cold. Mary is wearing a sweater today which #Person1# thinks beautiful. Mary suggests buying one for #Person1#'s sister Linda.
"#Person1#: Hi, I'd like to get my haircut.
#Person2#: Well, can we interest you in today's special? We'll shampoo cut and style your hair for one unbelievable low price of $12.00.
#Person1#: OK, but I just want to get my haircut a little bit. A little off the top and sides. That's all.
#Person2#: No problem. OK, here we go. So what do you do for a living?
#Person1#: I'm a lawyer and I'm in town for a job interview and...
#Person2#: Oops!
#Person1#: What do you mean'oops'? Hey, can I see a mirror?
#Person2#: Nothing to worry about, sir. Relax!
#Person1#: Ouch! That really hurt. What are you doing, anyway? Oh, look at all my hair on the floor. How much are you really cutting off?
#Person2#: Relax. Time for the shampoo.
#Person1#: Hey, you got shampoo in my eyes. Where's the towel? Oh, gosh, you cut my hair too short. I want to talk to the manager now.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, but he's on vacation.
#Person1#: Uh.",#Person1# comes to get his haircut. #Person2# cuts #Person1#'s hair too short and gets shampoo in his eyes. #Person1# wants to talk to the manager but the manager is on vacation.
"#Person1#: Is April Fools Day on Friday or Saturday this year?
#Person2#: I'm almost certain it's on Thursday.
#Person1#: My god, I thought it was on the weekend. I was going to play a joke on my girlfriend and then invite her to a restaurant.
#Person2#: Why can't you invite her out on Thursday?
#Person1#: Because I have an exam on Friday.
#Person2#: Well, you could invite her out on the weekend to celebrate this interesting an late April Fools Day.
#Person1#: I guess I'll have to do that.","#Person2# tells #Person1# April Fool's Day is on Thursday this year. #Person1# wanted to play a joke on his girlfriend, but he has an exam on Friday, so #Person2# suggests he do it on the weekend."
"#Person1#: hey, you look great! how's everything?
#Person2#: yeah, you know what? I've been going to the club regularly. The training really pays off. Now I am in a good shape and I know more about how to keep fit.
#Person1#: really? tell me about it. I haven't gone to the club for a long time. I am too busy with work.
#Person2#: it's important to do proper exercises.
#Person1#: you're right. Too much or too little won't do any good.
#Person2#: the trainer tells me, besides regular sports activities, I should also have a healthy and balanced diet.
#Person1#: sounds reasonable.
#Person2#: we should eat more vegetables instead of junk food to stay energetic.
#Person1#: and fruits!
#Person2#: surely it is. Getting enough sleep is also crucial for fitness.
#Person1#: I've heard that. Does your trainer tell you anything about keeping fit?
#Person2#: yeah, he advises me to stay in a good mood. That can help one to keep sound physical health.
#Person1#: I think if you follow your trainer's advice, you'll be on the right track.
#Person2#: you bet it!","#Person2# looks great because #Person2#'s been to the training club regularly. #Person2# tells #Person1# that having a healthy and balanced diet, getting enough sleep, and staying in a good mood help keep physical health."
"#Person1#: I am sure we will make it up as soon as possible.
#Person2#: That's nice.
#Person1#: We hope this matter will not affect our good relations in our future dealings.
#Person2#: Of course not. We have cooperated for a long time.",#Person1# and #Person2# will make up things soon.
"#Person1#: Please tell me something about your insurance background.
#Person2#: I majored in international banking at college so I took many insurance courses. And I worked at an insurance company for my graduation field work.
#Person1#: Why do you want to be an insurance agent?
#Person2#: I care about people and I know the importance of insurance.
#Person1#: Do you have any work experience in promotion?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. I have worked as a salesman for P & G Company Ltd.
#Person1#: Do people respond well to you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm good with people.",#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s insurance background. #Person2# worked at an insurance company and has work experience in promotion.
"#Person1#: Mum, can I finish my homework later?
#Person2#: Sorry. You know the rules.
#Person1#: But I want to watch TV now.
#Person2#: That ' s out of the question.
#Person1#: Please.
#Person2#: Not a chance.
#Person1#: Not even for an hour?
#Person2#: Sorry, it ' s impossible.",Mum refuses #Person1# to watch TV before finishing homework.
"#Person1#: Good evening, Saliva. What's that wonderful aroma from your kitchen? What are you doing now?
#Person2#: I am cooking now!
#Person1#: Are you good at cooking?
#Person2#: I have studied its skills recently at a training school. I plan to run a restaurant, so I have to practise cooking!
#Person1#: It is a good idea. What dish are you cooking now?!
#Person2#: I am steaming fish in a pressure cooker. Have you ever tried steamed fish?
#Person1#: Yes, I have. But the taste of steamed fish at that restaurant is not delicious. The fish is not well-done and too salty.
#Person2#: That's the case. I think there is not enough time to steam it and soy sauce is too much.
#Person1#: I have the same idea as yours.
#Person2#: It's OK. Please have a taste of it.
#Person1#: Thank you. Oh, it's very delicious.
#Person2#: Thank you for your praise.
#Person1#: Besides steamed fish, what else are you good at cooking?
#Person2#: I am good at stewing beef with potato, frying chicken, hot and sour soup etc.
#Person1#: So many dishes. Next Friday week is my birthday. I would like to invite you to cook for my dinner party, OK?
#Person2#: Why not? It is a good opportunity for me to practise cooking.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot.
#Person2#: It's my pleasure.","Saliva has to practice cooking because she plans to run a restaurant. She's steaming fish and invites #Person1# to taste it. #Person1# thinks it's delicious. Saliva's good at cooking many other dishes, so #Person1# invites her to cook for #Person1#'s dinner party."
"#Person1#: Excuse me, I would like to know something about this campus. Right now it seems very big and confusing! I have no idea where I am going or what I am doing.
#Person2#: Do you have a map of the campus?
#Person1#: Yes, I have, but it doesn ' t help me very much. I ' m not very good at reading maps.
#Person2#: Do you know where your classes are?
#Person1#: More or less. I go to three different buildings, and always get there late. I feel so hopeless. I don ' t know why I am late all the time. No one else seems to be.
#Person2#: That's because you don't know the short cuts. You'll learn them after a while. I can show you the ropes.",#Person1# thinks the campus is big and confusing and tells #Person2# #Person1# is always late for classes. #Person2#'ll tell #Person1# the short cuts.
"#Person1#: Tom, is Jenny crying?
#Person2#: Can you take he away from me?
#Person1#: I ' m just coming for that.
#Person2#: She kept bothering me.
#Person1#: She ' s your sister. What she asked was only duck soup for you. Why can ' t you be good to her?
#Person2#: But I am her brother, not her servant.",Tom asks #Person1# to take Jenny away because she bothers him.
"#Person1#: Hello, Bessie.
#Person2#: Hello, Jack. Happy birthday!
#Person1#: My birthday? I forgot it, Thank you for remembering my birthday.
#Person2#: I'd like to offer you my congratulations on your birthday and best wishes for your future happiness, good health and continued success. I've asked the Fairy Flowers to send you a bunch of flowers. I hope you'll like them.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot. I'm so touched.
#Person2#: Now let me sing ' Happy birthday ' for you.
#Person1#: Thank you very much.","Bessie celebrates the birthday for Jack, and Jack is touched."
"#Person1#: Excuse me, do the buses stop here?
#Person2#: Yes, they all stop at this corner.
#Person1#: I want to go to Broadway and 82nd Street. Can I take any bus that comes along?
#Person2#: You can take any bus except the Number 9.
#Person1#: How often do the buses run?
#Person2#: They run about every five minutes.
#Person1#: Fine. How long does it take to get to 82nd Street?
#Person2#: About fifteen minutes. It's not far. Are you a stranger in New York?
#Person1#: Yes, I am. I arrived only three days ago from Japan.
#Person2#: How do you like New York city?
#Person1#: I like it very much, but it's a little confusing to me.
#Person2#: You'll soon get accustomed to it. It's not difficult. Well, here's the bus. Fortunately, it's not full.
#Person1#: Thank you for the information.
#Person2#: Don't mention it.",#Person2# tells #Person1# can take any bus except the Number 9 to the street. #Person1# likes New York city but thinks it's a little confusing.
"#Person1#: Didn't you punch in this morning, Monica?
#Person2#: Sorry, I don't know the rule about punching.
#Person1#: That's ok. I should have told you earlier. This is a company rule.
#Person2#: Do we also need to punch out after work?
#Person1#: According to the company rule, we should punch in before 8 o'clock and punch out after 5 o'clock every work day.
#Person2#: How about the lunch break, Lucy?
#Person1#: From eleven thirty to 1 o'clock.
#Person2#: May I ask whether we need to work overtime?
#Person1#: Sometimes, but not quite often.",#Person1# tells Monica the company rules about punching and time for the lunch break.
"#Person1#: I'd like a facial.
#Person2#: Which kind would you like? We have five different varieties of facials.
#Person1#: Which would you recommend?
#Person2#: Well, since it's summer, and I had looked that you had quite a bit sun, I'll recommend our summer special, it's specially suited for individuals with sensitive skin.
#Person1#: What does it included?
#Person2#: The facial will start with thorough cleansing.
#Person1#: Does it include facial mask and massage?
#Person2#: Yes, the reviving mask will promote blood circulation and tighten your skin. You can also choose to get hand or back massage as well.
#Person1#: Will it exfoliate the skin as well?
#Person2#: Yes, we also apply a special day cream that protect the skin from the sun and the night cream that moisturize to the skin.
#Person1#: That sounds great.","#Person2# recommends the summer special facial to #Person1#, including thorough cleansing, facial mask, massage, and a special day cream. #Person1# thinks it sounds great."
"#Person1#: Have you decided what you are going to take next semester?
#Person2#: Well, I'm an English major, you know. So I came here to make sure I'm taking the right things.
#Person1#: Good. I think it's a good idea. Our department should require meetings like this.
#Person2#: I want to finish my degree in four years. So I don't want to forget to take classes I need. I have a friend who has to stay in college another year. She didn't know until recently. There were some classes she needed to take to graduate. She didn't know about them.
#Person1#: Yes, that happens.
#Person2#: I brought my transcript from my first year. Here. And here is the list of courses I plan to take in the fall.
#Person1#: Alright. Good. I see you've already taken six credits of your breadth requirements. You have one botany class and one chemistry class. And political science. So that's nine credits. Did you take English Composition 201?
#Person2#: No, I don't need to. I took Advanced Placement English in high school. So I'm not required to take composition.
#Person1#: Excellent. I see you have the 18th century poetry class for next semester. And the modern novel class. You haven't taken a Shakespeare class yet.
#Person2#: No, I thought I would take it later.
#Person1#: Actually, I recommend you take Shakespeare sooner rather than later.
#Person2#: Well, I suppose I could cross out the 18th century poetry class. I have to see when the Shakespeare class meets.
#Person1#: Let me look at the timetable. Shakespeare meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11
#Person2#: I can take it then. I have that time slot free.
#Person1#: Good. I recommend it. Shakespeare is of course enormously important. We want our students to take the class as soon as they can. And Professor Friedman is an excellent teacher.
#Person2#: I'll take it then.
#Person1#: Tell me, Lisa, what made you decide to be an English major?
#Person2#: I want to be an English professor in the future. I love studying literature, and I want to teach it.
#Person1#: Really? That's great to know.
#Person2#: That's the reason I want to finish my B. A. in four years. Because I know I will be in school a long time. I want to start the M. A. and Ph. D. program as soon as possible.","Lisa wants to finish B.A. in four years, so she comes to #Person1# to make sure she takes the right courses. #Person1# suggests Lisa take Shakespeare sooner because it's an important course. Lisa tells #Person1# she decides to be an English major because she wants to be an English professor in the future, and she wants to start the M.A. and Ph.D. program as soon as possible."
"#Person1#: Mary, Pam and I are going to the mall later to buy some new clothes. Do you want to come?
#Person2#: Can you say it again slowly?
#Person1#: Pam and I are wondering if you'd like to go to the mall with us.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. I'll have to sink about it.
#Person1#: Sink?
#Person2#: Oops. I meant, ' think '
#Person1#: Mary, you're going to have to work on your pronunciation.
#Person2#: I know.
#Person1#: But give yourself some time. You just got here.",#Person1# invites Mary to go shopping. Mary says she'll 'sink' about it. #Person1# suggests Mary practice her pronunciation.
"#Person1#: How do you do. I'm Mark Rancor.
#Person2#: Nice to meet you.
#Person1#: May I know your name, please?
#Person2#: I'm Rose Teller. I think I'Ve seen you somewhere before?
#Person1#: Ah, yes. I remember now. Were you Mr. John's dinner partner last month?
#Person2#: Yes, I was. You work for 3M, right?
#Person1#: I did but now I'm for Microsoft. How are things with you?
#Person2#: Good.
#Person1#: May I know what you do?
#Person2#: I'm a fashion designer. Next month, I have a fashion show. I'd love it if come. I can get you a couple of tickets. So you can bring a friend if you like.
#Person1#: Sure. That would be great. Good luck.
#Person2#: Thank you.","Mark Rancor has met Rose Teller before. Rose invites Mark to come to a fashion show designed by her, and Mark agrees."
"#Person1#: Sam, we are hard up for the everyday expenses. When can you find a job.
#Person2#: I'm looking for it, but you see, the market is hard up for jobs, too.
#Person1#: You liar, I saw you again in the inn. I bet you don't want to work at all.",Sam says he's looking for a job. #Person1# thinks he's lying.
"#Person1#: wow, it that your sports car?
#Person2#: yes, do you like it?
#Person1#: I love it! I used to always want to drive a green jaguar. Is it in good condition?
#Person2#: it looks good on the outside, but the inside is a different story. It needs a lot of servicing before it can go out on the roads again.
#Person1#: what's wrong with it?
#Person2#: well, first of all, it needs a new engine, which is extremely expensive.
#Person1#: when's the last time you had it serviced?
#Person2#: it must have been a few years ago now.
#Person1#: I thought all cars needed regular servicing on a yearly basis.
#Person2#: they do. Once my son was born, there was no reason to drive this car anymore. It's only a two-seater, you know!
#Person1#: what else is wrong with it?
#Person2#: the heating controls don't work anymore, so it always feels like it's about 100 degrees in the car, even in the summer!
#Person1#: anything else?
#Person2#: the brakes don't really work that well anymore either.
#Person1#: why don't you get it all fixed?
#Person2#: it costs more than you think to run a car, especially when there are so many things wrong with it!
#Person1#: well, let me know when you can get it fixed. I'd love to go for a ride in it!","The green jaguar looks good on the outside, but it needs a new engine, new heating systems, and brakes. #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# hasn't used the two-seat car since #Person2#'s son was born. #Person2# doesn't fix it because it will be costly."
"#Person1#: What book is that?
#Person2#: I just bought a new atlas. I'm looking this map of the world. Look at Russia! That's a vast country.
#Person1#: Canada, china, and the use are huge too.
#Person2#: There are several tiny countries in the world too. Countries like Monaco are smaller than many cities.
#Person1#: Those small countries are microscopic compared to Russia. European countries are relatively small. France looks quite big in Europe, but compared to many countries in other continents, it's not very l
#Person2#: Britain is half the size of france, but great Britain is still one of the largest islands in the world.
#Person1#: The thing with large countries is that often they have vast areas of land that are useless or hardly used. Russia and Canada have enormous areas of ice and forest.","#Person1# is looking at a map of the world and discusses with #Person2# about the large countries like Russia, Canada and China, and tiny countries."
"#Person1#: Frank, I want your advice on something. Some scientists I met at the conference 6 this afternoon have invited me to a party. Actually, they called it an informal get-together.
#Person2#: And what's the problem?
#Person1#: When I asked how people were going to dress, Dr. Lite said it was casual.
#Person2#: And you want to know what to wear?
#Person1#: Well, last night I went out with some journalists for a casual party, but I was overdressed. I wore what I consider casual - - an outfit of skirt, blouse, scarf, and medium heels. . . you know.
#Person2#: That sounds just right to me. What was wrong with it?
#Person1#: Everyone else there was wearing blue jeans. Several of the women had on running shoes. I felt out of place. So I have no idea what to wear tonight.
#Person2#: My guess is you can safely wear last night's outfit to tonight's party.",#Person1# asks Frank to give some advice on what to wear for a casual party. Frank suggests #Person1# wear last night's outfit to tonight's party.
"#Person1#: Would you like to come to our party?
#Person2#: I'd like to. But I'm not myself today.
#Person1#: what happened? You look so pale.
#Person2#: It's the end of the world for me.
#Person1#: What makes you say that?
#Person2#: Today, I'm told I failed three courses.
#Person1#: Oh, that's too bad. Work harder next term.
#Person2#: I'm such a fool that duplication of effort is only a waste of time to me.
#Person1#: Don't lose heart. Everything will be fine.
#Person2#: I hope so.","#Person2# failed three courses, and #Person1# encourages #Person2# not to lose heart."
"#Person1#: Do you want some dessert?
#Person2#: No thanks. We just need our check. Have you seen the waitress?
#Person1#: Where is our waitress anyway?
#Person2#: Yes, the service hasn't been the best. Is that our waitress over there?
#Person1#: I'll walk over and get the bill, since I don't think the waitress is coming over here any time soon.
#Person2#: Good idea. Just bring it back and we'll figure it out together.
#Person1#: So the bill is $ 36. 00.
#Person2#: How much do you think we should leave for a tip?
#Person1#: My first inclination is to leave nothing for a tip.
#Person2#: I agree, but we don't really know the whole story. There may have been problems in the kitchen beyond her control.
#Person1#: Let's leave 10 %, so that we at least leave something for the service.
#Person2#: I agree. We will leave $ 3. 60 for the tip.",#Person1#'ll walk over and get the bill since the waitress isn't coming over here. #Person1# and #Person2# will leave 10% for the tip.
"#Person1#: Hello?
#Person2#: Hello? Mr. Bernie. My name is Lisa. I hope I'm not disturbing you. I just heard about your daughter. I wanted to call you and tell you how much we'll miss her.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. I think you are calling the wrong person. My name is not Mr. Bernie.
#Person2#: What? That's odd. I'm so sorry if I'Ve bothered you.
#Person1#: No problem.",Lisa wanted to call Mr. Bernie but called the wrong person.
"#Person1#: You are late.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, it was too cold, and my car couldn't start. I had one to the garage with the heater. I tried to call you, but you couldn't get connection.
#Person1#: Couldn't get connection?
#Person2#: Yes, your number is out of service.
#Person1#: Really? I didn't know. Let me check. You're right.
#Person2#: So I couldn't get through.
#Person1#: It's a serious problem. I make expecting an important call. The theater is guilty. It supposed to call me this evening, and discuss my play. What were happened if they can't reach me?
#Person2#: Well, the only thing you can do is pay the fee to recover your service.",#Person2# was late because the car couldn't start and couldn't get through #Person1#. #Person2# suggests #Person1# pay the fee to recover #Person1#'s service.
"#Person1#: I need some more amenities, please.
#Person2#: I'm not sure I'm following you, sir.
#Person1#: Specifically, I'm talking about the little things, like soap and shampoo.
#Person2#: Oh, now I understand! So, you've already used up all your amenities?
#Person1#: No, I'm not even halfway through my supply.
#Person2#: I'm losing you, sir. What's the problem?
#Person1#: What's the use of going to a hotel if you don't take home souvenirs?
#Person2#: Okay, I got it. You're collecting souvenirs!
#Person1#: There you go. My friends expect me to bring home souvenirs.
#Person2#: Have you visited our souvenir shop, sir? It's loaded with all kinds of items.
#Person1#: I've never paid for a hotel souvenir in my life, and I don't intend to start now.
#Person2#: Sir, housekeeping will bring you a basketful of amenities momentarily.","#Person1# asks #Person2# for some more amenities because he wants to bring some souvenirs for his friends, but he doesn't want to pay for a hotel souvenir."
"#Person1#: what kind of qualities do you look for in your friends?
#Person2#: I like people who are open and friendly. Those people are usually more active and fun to be with. I like spending time with my friends. We go to bars together or play sports together.
#Person1#: I don't like to make friends with people who aren't honest. Honesty is very important to me.
#Person2#: I think it's important to most people. The problem is that you can usually only find out if someone is honest by getting to know them.
#Person1#: you can find out from their friends.
#Person2#: if you know any of their friends. You can't rely on your friends to introduce people to you all the time. You have to go out and make the first move sometimes. I also like funny people.
#Person1#: oh, I don't. they don't seem to take anything seriously. You never know when they are joking and when they are being serious.
#Person2#: sometimes it can be hard to tell, but if you know the person fairly well, you can usually see from their expression what they are really thinking.
#Person1#: it seems that we generally like different kinds of people. How is it that we are such good friends?
#Person2#: maybe people don't like to have friends that are all the same. Most people like a little variety in their lives-including a variety of characteristics in their friends.",#Person1# doesn't like to make friends with people who aren't honest. #Person2# likes funny people while #Person1# doesn't because #Person1# thinks they don't seem to take anything seriously. They are good friends although they like different kinds of people.
"#Person1#: Excuse me. Could you tell me how to get to the library?
#Person2#: Of course. It's on Memorial Avenue.
#Person1#: On Memorial Avenue?
#Person2#: Right. You know where that is?
#Person1#: I'm afraid I don't. I'm quite new in town.
#Person2#: Well, do you know where the post office is?
#Person1#: No, I don't. But I do know where the shopping mall is.
#Person2#: That won't help us. Let me see now. . . Why don't you follow this street, Elm, until, you get to the second stoplight.
#Person1#: Well, thank you very much, I hope I can find it.",#Person2# tells #Person1# how to get to the library by following the street until the second stoplight.
"#Person1#: Room service. May I come in?
#Person2#: Come in please.
#Person1#: This is your breakfast. Can I put it here?
#Person2#: Sure. How much is it?
#Person1#: That's $ 10.
#Person2#: Well, here is the money.
#Person1#: Sir, you don't have to pay right now. Just sign here and we will charge it to your account.
#Person2#: Fine.",#Person1# sends breakfast to #Person2# which is charged from #Person2#'s account.
"#Person1#: I think we should do the floors before we work on the curtains and walls.
#Person2#: Why? it doesn't make sense. If we do the floors first, and then paint the walls, we will get paint all over our new floor.
#Person1#: Hmm Maybe you're right. But I can't stand all this green carpet here. And besides, I know how to paint. I will just cover everything with drop cloth. I won't get anything on the floor.
#Person2#: Are you sure?
#Person1#: Yes, I'm sure I've done a lot of house painting in my life. And my mother was very picky. If I got even a tiny drop of paint on her furniture, she would get furious. So I learned to be very careful.
#Person2#: Alright. Then maybe we can do the floor first. These wood floors under this carpet are beautiful. And me too,, I can't wait to get all this old carpet out of here. But how can we get it out? Do we have to hire someone?
#Person1#: Absolutely not. We can remove the carpet ourselves. Carpet is held down with carpet nails. You just need to pull it hard and it will come up.
#Person2#: Great. Then, after we remove the carpet, we need to redo all the wood floors. Right?
#Person1#: Yes. But we should hire someone for that. That will probably be expensive. And it has to be done right.
#Person2#: And then, after the floors are done, we can start to move our furniture in.
#Person1#: Sure. If we can get an appointment with someone to do the floors, we should probably be able to have the furniture in here after a week or so. I can get all the carpet out this weekend.","#Person1# will paint the wall and will be careful not to get anything on the floor. #Person1# says they can remove the carpet themselves, and #Person2# will get an appointment with someone to do the floors and then have the furniture after a week."
"#Person1#: How long have we had the A3 printer in the sales department?
#Person2#: Just over a year I think. Why, what's the problem?
#Person1#: I'm not sure but there seems to be something wrong with it. Is it still under guarantee?
#Person2#: I think the guarantee's just run out. Let me check. Oh, it's OK. We took out an extended warranty, it runs until next March.",#Person1# asks the printer's guarantee time. #Person2# checks and finds it's still under guarantee.
"#Person1#: Hello, this is Wal-mart. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello. What time do you close, please?
#Person1#: We close at 10:00 every day. And we open at 9:00 in the morning.
#Person2#: Oh. Ok. And are you open on the weekends?
#Person1#: Same hours as on the weekdays.
#Person2#: Wow. You guys never take a break! I want to come in and have a look at your sale. Your sale is still on, isn't it?
#Person1#: Yes, it runs till the end of the month. But things are clearing out fast.
#Person2#: Ok, I'll come down tonight. Thanks.
#Person1#: Thank you for calling.",#Person2# calls #Person1# to ask about Wal-mart's opening hours and will go there for sale tonight.
"#Person1#: I feel terrible sick, miss. I wonder if I could change my seat to the front part.
#Person2#: Please wait a moment. . I am sorry right now there is no vacant seat. I have to ask.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: By the way, hold your bag in case you vomit.",#Person1# asks #Person2# to change #Person1#'s seat to the front.
"#Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: My daughter. She is missing. I don't know where she is.
#Person1#: What dose she look like?
#Person2#: She has blond hair and blue eyes.
#Person1#: What was she wearing?
#Person2#: She has a yellow dress on and red sneakers.
#Person1#: When did you last see her?
#Person2#: I just saw her down the street. I don't know where she is.
#Person1#: How long has it been?
#Person2#: Oh, it's been uh. . . fifteen minutes.",#Person1#'s daughter is missing. #Person2# asks #Person1# some information about #Person1#'s daughter.
"#Person1#: Hi, Becky, what's up?
#Person2#: Not much, except that my mother-in-law is driving me up the wall.
#Person1#: What's the problem?
#Person2#: She loves to nit-pick and criticizes everything that I do. I can never do anything right when she's around.
#Person1#: For example?
#Person2#: Well, last week I invited her over to dinner. My husband and I had no problem with the food, but if you listened to her, then it would seem like I fed her old meat and rotten vegetables. There's just nothing can please her.
#Person1#: No, I can't see that happening. I know you're a good cook and nothing like that would ever happen.
#Person2#: It's not just that. She also criticizes how we raise the kids.
#Person1#: My mother-in-law used to do the same thing to us. If it wasn't disciplining them enough, then we were disciplining them too much. She also complained about the food we fed them, the schools we sent them too, and everything else under the sun.
#Person2#: You said she used to? How did you stop her?
#Person1#: We basically sat her down and told her how we felt about her constant criticizing, and how we welcomed her advice but hoped she'd let us do our things. She understood, and now everything is a lot more peaceful.
#Person2#: That sounds like a good idea. I'll have to try that.","Becky tells #Person1# that her mother-in-law loves to criticize everything she does, like the food she made and the ways how they raise kids. #Person1#'s mother-in-law used to do the same thing, but she stopped after they talked with her. Becky will try it."
"#Person1#: Hi there, Mr. Brown. Are you depositing or withdrawing today?
#Person2#: Sorry to say it, but neither of those. I'm here to close our account with you. The market around here has been dropping for a while now, and it's just not sensible for us to stay.
#Person1#: I understand. So, what would you like to do with the balance?
#Person2#: I guess I should just withdraw everything.
#Person1#: 215, 000 RMB is the exact balance. If you could just sign your name here.
#Person2#: Here you go. That's everything, then. Thanks very much for your service over the years.",Mr. Brown asks #Person2# to close his account and withdraw everything since the market's been dropping.
"#Person1#: So you work in a hotel now.
#Person2#: Yes. That's right.
#Person1#: What's it like?
#Person2#: It's nice. You meet a lot of interesting people, but a lot of dull ones, too.
#Person1#: I beg your pardon?
#Person2#: I said, a lot of dull ones, too.
#Person1#: Oh, yes. I can imagine. I should think that's a hard work, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes and no. It depends.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Well, it's hard at weekends. I mean, last Saturday, with all the rooms full and two receptionists away ill--well, my feet didn't touch the ground. What about you?
#Person1#: I started to work in a bank last Monday.",#Person2# works in a hotel that can meet interesting people as well as dull ones. #Person1# started to work in a bank.
"#Person1#: Wait, Ben, did you say you had a party on Saturday?
#Person2#: Yeah, didn't you know about it? It was my birthday.
#Person1#: No, I didn't.
#Person2#: But I invited you. I sent you an e-mail last week.
#Person1#: Are you sure? I didn't get it. Oh, you know what? I didn't tell you I have a new e-mail address. Oh, I am sorry.
#Person2#: That's OK. But I was kind of upset that you wasn't there.
#Person1#: Really? I was upset too. And the bike trip is just awful. We got lost for four hours.
#Person2#: Oh, that's terrible.
#Person1#: Listen, let's go out for lunch this week. I want to do something for your birthday.
#Person2#: Oh, you don't have to.
#Person1#: I know. But I want to.
#Person2#: OK. That's really nice of you, really. So anyway, I have to go now. I have a meeting at 9:30.
#Person1#: OK. See you later and happy birthday.",#Person1# didn't know Ben had a birthday party since #Person1# didn't tell Ben #Person1# has a new e-mail. #Person1# asks Ben for lunch to do something for Ben's birthday.
"#Person1#: How came you were absent from class yesterday morning, Henry?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, Madam. My cousin was coming home from England, and I had to go to the airport with my father to meet him.
#Person1#: Better ask for permission next time.",Henry explains why he's absent from class to #Person1#.
"#Person1#: Hello, Milton Hotel Reservations. How may I assist you?
#Person2#: Hi, I'm calling to make some changes to an existing reservation.
#Person1#: Certainly. Do you have the reservation number?
#Person2#: Sure, it's 219.
#Person1#: That's a reservation for Sally Menkel. Is that right?
#Person2#: Yes, that's right. I'd like to change the check-in date from September 15 to September 16.
#Person1#: Certainly. I can make that change for you. Is that the only change?
#Person2#: No, the check-out date will also change from the 23rd to the 24th.
#Person1#: No problem. We have you arriving on the 16th of September and leaving the 24th of September - altogether, eight nights. Will there be anything else?
#Person2#: Yes. Instead of a courtyard room, I'd like a room with a view, preferably on an upper floor.
#Person1#: I can certainly change that for you, but there will be a change in the room rate. The new rate is $199 per night, instead of the original $179.
#Person2#: That's OK. These are all the changes. Thank you very much.
#Person1#: You're welcome. Have a nice day!",Sally calls Milton Hotel to make changes to an existing reservation. She asks to change the check-in date and check-out date and prefers a room on an upper floor with a view.
"#Person1#: Do you collect cola cans, Steve?
#Person2#: No. Why do you ask?
#Person1#: You have so many empty cans here.
#Person2#: Well, my mum wants me to keep all the cans, so that we can sell them after a while.
#Person1#: Aha, you are going to make a millionaire of yourself sooner or later with all those cans.
#Person2#: You bet I will. Well, that's not the point. The point is we separate reusable things from other rubbish. We have to pay the dustman for dealing with rubbish, but if we sell him these cans and other reusable material we pay less.
#Person1#: That sounds a clever idea. Now what are reused in China?
#Person2#: Metal, plastic, paper, books and the like.
#Person1#: Just as we do back home in the States.
#Person2#: And to avoid waste, the government is limiting the production of goods that can be used only once, such as bamboo chopsticks. For example, all the fast food boxes should be made of paper instead of non-reusable material.
#Person1#: That will surely be helpful for a clean environment.","Steve keeps all the cans, so they can pay less to the dustman for dealing with rubbish. Steven tells #Person1# what is reused in China and the government's measures on avoiding waste."
"#Person1#: Hello? Um, can I get some help over here?
#Person2#: Sure thing. What'll it be?
#Person1#: A menu, please.
#Person2#: We don't serve food - just the beers you see on the wall.
#Person1#: All right. What about that one? It's German, right?
#Person2#: Yeah, it is. Is that what you'd like?
#Person1#: Sure, that'll do. But I'd like a cold one if you've got one.
#Person2#: Sure thing, sweetie. That'll be $6.25.
#Person1#: Say, you're kinda friendly, aren't you?
#Person2#: I suppose it comes with the job. It pays to be nice to people, don't you think?
#Person1#: I suppose it does. That's what my mother said to me anyway. Oh, wait. Wait a second. Oh, no. I can't believe this!
#Person2#: What's wrong?
#Person1#: I think I left my wallet somewhere.
#Person2#: It's gotta be around here. Maybe on the floor?
#Person1#: No. It's not there. I don't know where it could be. Any chance you can be nice and give me that beer for free?
#Person2#: No chance of that happening. If no one's paying, I'm not so nice.","#Person2# is very friendly when #Person1# asks for the beer. But when #Person1# says #Person1# left the wallet and asks beer for free, #Person2# becomes not so nice."
"#Person1#: I feel terrible. I really need to relax. Do you know any good ways to fight stress?
#Person2#: Yeah, in fact, I read in a health magazine that you should drink two cups of lemon tea every day to fight stress.
#Person1#: Lemon tea?
#Person2#: That's right. Lemon tea makes you feel more relaxed. And also, you should eat low stress foods like apples and grapes.
#Person1#: Sounds very strange, I guess hamburgers and French fries cause stress, right?
#Person2#: Yep. Hamburgers are high stress food.
#Person1#: Well, I guess I need to change my diet.",#Person2# tells #Person1# drinking lemon tea and eating low-stress food are good ways to fight stress.
"#Person1#: I love slim girls, don't you? 
#Person2#: Not particularly. I like fat girls. 
#Person1#: And I like a girl with good skin, do you? 
#Person2#: I can't say I do. What I like a girl with good manners. 
#Person1#: Well, yes. But surely you like a girl with a nice figure. 
#Person2#: Yes. But I like a girl with a nice personality. 
#Person1#: But you like a girl to be rich, surely? 
#Person2#: Not particularly. I like a girl to be good. 
#Person1#: What about you, Henry? You haven't said a thing. 
#Person3#: I don't like girls. I think they're awful. ","#Person1# likes a girl with a nice figure, while #Person2# likes a girl with a nice personality. Henry doesn't like girls."
"#Person1#: You won't believe who's been elected to do overtime on the Baker account! Me! I've already logged in 20 hours of overtime! 
#Person2#: Wow! Why so much? I thought they were getting you an assistant. 
#Person1#: They were supposed to, but so far nobody's turned up, and I'm left on my own to do the work. This is the first break I've had all day. 
#Person2#: They're really running you into the ground. Why don't you ask for some time off? You could take a long weekend and go away somewhere. ",#Person1#'s been elected to do overtime without an assistant. #Person2# suggests #Person1# ask for some time off.
"#Person1#: I'm reading an interesting report on Mars. 
#Person2#: Oh, what does it say? Does it say water could still exist under the surface of Mars? 
#Person1#: Absolutely! It says there is water on Mars buried beneath the surface. It's just a matter of how deep it is. 
#Person2#: Then could the soil on Mars somehow be fertile enough to groh simple plants? 
#Person1#: The soil would need quite a bit of fertilizer to grow anything. And it would need to be protected from the UV radiation. 
#Person2#: Actually, we are doing a project in school that involves landing a ship and staying on Mars for an extended period of time. Doef NASA have any type of portable habitats that could be used to stay on the planet? 
#Person1#: I'm not sure NASA has built any porteble habitats for extended stays on Mars , but they have looked at various designs. 
#Person2#: One of the most exciting things about Mars is that there could have bean life on it. What are your personal opinions on the life on Mars theory? 
#Person1#: Well, I'm not really an expert in this area, but my understanding is that anything is possible. It's just that it is so hard to determine what went on 4. 5 billion years ago. 
#Person2#: But maybe there is a chance of gradually improving the surface and atmosphere of Mars so it may be inhabitable by humans. 
#Person1#: I'm skeptical. Mars is made of rocks containing silicon,iron, and various minerals. It also has an atmosphere of carbon dioxide. It is so different from what we have on earth, you know. 
#Person2#: I'd still like to hope that some day we could set up a human colony there. 
#Person1#: But there are still other big problems we need to solve such as prolonged weightlessness, food storage, and a series of physiological effects. ",#Person1# tells #Person2# that there is water on Mars buried beneath the surface. The soil would need quite a bit of fertilizer to grow anything. One of the most exciting things about Mars is that there could have been life on it. #Person1# is skeptical about the assumption that Mars may be inhabitable by humans since it's so different from the earth.
"#Person1#: Well, I finished my last final today. 
#Person2#: The end of all the hard work for my master's. what a nice feeling to get my degree! 
#Person1#: Do you want to attend the convocation? 
#Person2#: Certainly. After years of hard work, I wouldn't miss it. By the way, where can I find cap and gown? 
#Person1#: Do you want to have them made or do you want to rent them? 
#Person2#: Oh, I think they're provided by the school for that special day. 
#Person1#: No. those you have to provide for yourself. 
#Person2#: What do most of the students do? 
#Person1#: Well, most of them only need a cap and gown for that particular convocation service, but some of the education majors have had them made, bucause they will be faculty members, and they'll need them for student commencement each year. 
#Person2#: Then, I might as well have them made. 
#Person1#: Mary, don't move. Stand right there. It's a good shot. The background is very pretty. 
#Person2#: Hold it a second. I want to fix my hairpin. 
#Person1#: It doesn't matter. Say'cheese'. 
#Person2#: Here's Lisa. May I take a picture with her? 
#Person3#: Certainly. Ok, got you. ",Mary will attend the convocation and have a cap and gown made. #Person1# helps take some photos for Mary and asks Lisa to take a picture for them.
"#Person1#: Hey, Tyler. Long time no see.
#Person2#: Sylvia, I haven't seen you here at the gym for ages.
#Person1#: Yeah, I've just been too busy to work out.
#Person2#: How's school going?
#Person1#: Everything is OK, except for an 8:00 o'clock math class I have.
#Person2#: 8:00 o'clock math class. A friend of mine is also in that class.
#Person1#: Really? What's his name?
#Person2#: Zach Peterson. Do you know him?
#Person1#: I think so.
#Person2#: He tells me that the morning math class is his favorite.",Sylvia's been too busy and has problems with an 8:00 math class. But Tyler's friend likes it.
"#Person1#: Jeff, what's your favorite Mexican holiday?
#Person2#: Definitely the Day of the Dead.
#Person1#: What is that? It sounds a little scary.
#Person2#: It's not really scary for us Mexicans. Actually, that day we celebrate, well, not celebrate, but remember our family members who are already dead.
#Person1#: OK. How do you remember them?
#Person2#: We put a big table decorated with flowers, bread, coffee or whatever the person that is dead used to like. And we think that on that day, that person is going to come back from the dead.
#Person1#: I see. And when do you have the holiday?
#Person2#: It's on November the first, and the second, too.
#Person1#: Do you do it just for your family or do you go and visit friends or other relatives?
#Person2#: No, we only keep it within the family actually.",Jeff tells #Person1# The Day of the Dead is his favorite Mexican holiday on which they remember their family members who are already dead.
"#Person1#: Well, that's great that you have happy experiences of teaching in Indonesia and following up on what you just mentioned. What would you recommend for students who do not live in an English speaking country? I don't know about perfecting but they want at least to be able to communicate decently. How can they go about this?
#Person2#: Yeah, it is really hard that is the real struggle because right now I do live in Holland. But I really don't socialize much with Dutch People and my boyfriend's English is so good that we just basically speak English all the time. So I have to make a real effort to practice. There isn't as much listening exposure as I want, all I have to do is turn on the TV.
#Person1#: And reading also right?
#Person2#: Yeah, reading. There was plenty I can get to read and listen to. God for a speaking there really is no substitute for trying to speak and use the language in a relaxed atmosphere. o I think that is really the challenge for People who live in a country where their target language isn't spoken and for that. Gosh, what would I do. If I didn't have People here, probably try to find a club in Sweden. They have a really cool system called study circles where it's not it's like a course but really you just have a course leader who is there sort of. As a coaching guide and to help out and you don't get grades and you go just because you want to learn.",#Person1# asks #Person2# how to learn English for those who don't live in an English speaking country. #Person2# thinks it's really hard and #Person2# tries to learn Dutch by turning on the TV and reading. #Person2# thinks there's no substitute for trying to speak and use the language in a relaxed atmosphere.
"#Person1#: Friday, finally. Honey, let's do something fun this weekend.
#Person2#: I don't know. What do you have in mind?
#Person1#: We can go to the lake and have a swim.
#Person2#: I think it's going to be hot that day and I might get a sunburn. How about the library?
#Person1#: The library is boring. Then how about going mountain biking?
#Person2#: That sounds great. But I'd probably break my arm or something like I did last time.
#Person1#: You won't this time. Come on.
#Person2#: Well.
#Person1#: OK, forget it. How about fishing? Remember the last time we went, I caught like 10 fish.
#Person2#: Yeah, I remember and the only thing I caught was an old boot. Just forget it.
#Person1#: OK, what do you suggest?
#Person2#: We could stay home and pop some popcorn and play board games.
#Person1#: Listen, let's try something fun this time. You won't break your arm or get a sunburn. It'll be really pleasant. Just give it a try. Come on. let's do it. Come on.","#Person1# suggests swimming, or going mountain biking, or going fishing this weekend. But #Person2# refuses and suggests staying home and playing board games. #Person1# wants to try something fun."
"#Person1#: Are you going out Ann? But supper will be ready in a minute.
#Person2#: I'm going to Mary's house for dinner this evening. I told you so this morning daddy.
#Person1#: Sorry, I forgot about it. So you were going to her birthday party?
#Person2#: Yes, and Jenny and Laura will be there, too. We were all good friends when we were at school you know?
#Person1#: Yes, and now all of you have graduated from University. Where does Mary work?
#Person2#: In the East Photo nearby as a photographer, you can go and have your picture taken there someday.
#Person1#: Ok, see you.",Ann will go to Mary's house to attend her birthday party. Ann tells #Person1# Mary works as a photographer.
"#Person1#: What kind of cuisine do you have?
#Person2#: We have Sichuan food, Hangzhou food and Beijing Food. Which do you like best?
#Person1#: Hangzhou food.
#Person2#: OK. How about Dongpo meat?
#Person1#: All right. I'll take it.
#Person2#: Do you like to use chopsticks
#Person1#: Yes, I like using chopsticks.
#Person2#: Do you like some soup?
#Person1#: Yes, but I don't know what soup you have.
#Person2#: We have beef soup and tomato soup.
#Person1#: Good. I prefer beef soup.
#Person2#: According to usual practices, we serve dishes first and then soup. If you like we'll bring you some soup first.
#Person1#: Save it until you've served dishes.
#Person2#: All right. I'll be back right away.","#Person1# orders Hangzhou food, Dongpo meat, and beef soup. #Person1# likes using chopsticks and asks #Person2# to serve dishes first and then soup."
"#Person1#: We are looking for a bilingual secretary. Do you think you are proficient in both written and spoken English?
#Person2#: I think my English is fairly good. As you can see from my CV, I graduated from university with a B. A. degree in English. I studied the English language and English literature systematically.
#Person1#: How are your typing and shorthand skills?
#Person2#: I can type 80 words a minute, basically no mistake, and can take dictation in English at 120 words per minute.",#Person2# thinks #Person2# is proficient in English and has competent typing and shorthand skills.
"#Person1#: I ' m glad you could find time to meet with me, Mr. Johnson. I can ' t think of a nicer environment for our meeting today, the ambiance here is lovely!
#Person2#: No problem, if possible I always combine business with pleasure. Now, let ' s hear more about these chocolates you ' re offering.
#Person1#: Well, as you know, I have recently become the sole distributor for Grangers Gourmet Bon-bons here in the United States. They ' re a new manufacturer and are looking to break into the luxury market. Naturally, your restaurant sprang into my mind immediately. I think your brand exemplifies many of the same traits as Grangers and serving these chocolates would really add to your reputation for providing elegant, luxurious, first class dining.
#Person2#: Mmmm, sounds interesting... gourmet chocolates, where are they produced? Belgium?
#Person1#: Actually, the factory is located in Scotland.
#Person2#: Really? I didn ' t think they were known for their luxury chocolate production
#Person1#: That ' s what makes this such a fantastic opportunity! The government is one hundred percent supportive of creating new export markets and has guaranteed a low tariff for all wholesale orders of over one thousand units. They ' Ve also reduced the red tape involved at customs as well. Here, I brought these especially for you, try one!
#Person2#: Oh, thanks. Mmm, hmm, creamy texture, very smooth...
#Person1#: Unique, aren ' t they? I bet you ' Ve never tasted anything like it! Quality is assured as I personally visit the factory to make sure no one ' s cutting corners with the ingredients. Only the creme make it through inspection.
#Person2#: Yes, very interesting flavors... Slightly spicy, very unique, that ' s for sure. Exactly what ARE the ingredients?
#Person1#: I have it on highest authority that this traditional secret recipe has been handed down in the Granger family for generations. I ' m sure you can keep a secret. Buttermilk, cacao beans, sugar and Haggis.
#Person2#: Haggis? What ' s Haggis?
#Person1#: It ' s a traditional Scottish delicacy, you take sheep ' s liver, heart and lung and stuff it inside of the sheep ' s stomach.
#Person2#: Ah, get back to you.
#Person1#: Mr. Johnson? Mr. Johnson?","#Person1# thinks Mr. Johnson's brand exemplifies similar traits as Grangers, and serving these chocolates would add to the reputation for providing first-class dining to his restaurant. #Person1# tells that the factory is located in Scotland and invites Mr. Johnson to taste the chocolate. Mr. Johnson is satisfied with its taste and asks #Person1# the ingredients. However, Mr. Johnson gets it back to #Person1# when hearing what the Haggis is."
"#Person1#: Hide me, Yi-jun! The kids all think I'm the real Easter bunny!
#Person2#: Aw, that's sweet! I knew your costume would be a success.
#Person1#: It's a success all right. The kids keep trying to catch me.
#Person2#: Yeah, I saw that. I thought you were playing a game with them.
#Person1#: Some game! You try being tackled by ten kids at once!
#Person2#: Um, Holly? Look behind you. They're coming this way.",#Person1# asks Yi-jin to hide #Person1# because ten kids are trying to catch #Person1#.
"#Person1#: Can I help you find something?
#Person2#: I would like to buy a new fridge.
#Person1#: Is there one in particular that you like?
#Person2#: I was looking at this Kenmore refrigerator.
#Person1#: Ah yes, that is a great refrigerator.
#Person2#: What's so great about it?
#Person1#: It's both affordable and it comes with all the appliances.
#Person2#: What appliances?
#Person1#: It comes with an ice maker, water dispenser, and there is a lot of room inside.
#Person2#: May I see the inside for myself?
#Person1#: Be my guest.
#Person2#: Wow! You're right! This refrigerator is great. I'll take it.","#Person2# is looking at Kenmore refrigerator, and #Person1# tells that it's affordable and has many appliances. #Person2# will take it."
"#Person1#: Dora, are you interested in going to the museum with me tomorrow? I read the newspaper this morning. I know there is an art exhibition in Taipei Modern Art Museum.
#Person2#: Sure. I am free tomorrow. It sounds interesting to me. Can we buy the ticket online?
#Person1#: I don't think so. I think we had better go there earlier, or we may have to spend a lot of time waiting.
#Person2#: I guess that is the thing we can do with we really want to visit the museum.
#Person1#: Look at the ticket booth in the center. There seems to be not as many people as we thought it would be.
#Person2#: Yeah. We are lucky. Let's go buy the tickets first. We can have breakfast later. I am so hungry.
#Person1#: Good idea.
#Person2#: ( After the breakfast ) Which floor is the art exhibition we are going to?
#Person1#: I have no idea. Let me take a closer look at my museum map
#Person2#: Sure, take your time. We have a whole day.
#Person1#: It's on the 2nd floor. We are going to see some beautiful paintings about the history of ancient Greece.
#Person2#: Look at the museum guide. It says there are also some sculptures and potteries in this area. Let's rent an audio guide.","#Person1# invites Dora to go to the museum. Dora agrees, and #Person1# thinks they had better go there earlier to buy the ticket. They decide to buy the ticket first before having breakfast. Then they look at the museum map and visit the museum."
"#Person1#: So, you friend's getting married on Saturday. What have you bought her as a wedding gift. I find is so hard to choose the right gift.
#Person2#: My friend and her fiance had a really good idea. They have cut out pictures from catalogues and pasted them in a notebook. The picture are of things they want. People sign their name by the item they will buy.
#Person1#: That's clever! Then everyone knows that they are buying something the couple really want and there's no chance of two people buying the same gift. What things were in the notebook?
#Person2#: Most of the things were household appliance. You know, everything from an iron through a vacuum cleaner to a cooker. I think it's an excellent way for everyone who knows the couple to help them set up home.
#Person1#: So, what did you get them?
#Person2#: I bought a sewing machine. I know that my friend likes making her own clothes, but her current sewing machine is quite old and has some problems.
#Person1#: What's wrong with it?
#Person2#: She says that after several years of use, it's not working properly. When she uses it, it makes a funny noise.
#Person1#: Household appliance don't seem to last for a long time nowadays.
#Person2#: I think it's because the manufactures are constantly bringing out new models. Because they know that we will buy the new models, the appliances don't need to last more than five or ten years at most.",#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s friend and her fiance thought of a good idea to prevent people from buying the same gift. #Person2# says that most of the things that the couple wants are household appliance and #Person2# bought a sewing machine for them.
"#Person1#: what's up?
#Person2#: not much. I'm just trying to hook up to the internet. I'm having a few problems though.
#Person1#: what's wrong?
#Person2#: I've got all the cords plugged in, but it appears that I'm offline.
#Person1#: Are you using dial-up or broadband?
#Person2#: actually, I've got a wireless connection.
#Person1#: In that case, you need to turn on your airport.
#Person2#: I hook up to the Internet every day. I can't believe I didn't do that.
#Person1#: do you like ever chat online?
#Person2#: No, but I'd like to. Do you have to pay to do instant messaging?
#Person1#: Oh, no. You can register for free. Just go to the yahoo website and it will tell you how to do it.
#Person2#: what do you do if people want to talk to you online but you don't want to talk to them?
#Person1#: well, you can always block them. When I don't feel like talking to certain people online, that's what I do.
#Person2#: what's your email address? I'll add you to my contacts list.
#Person1#: it's aubreyinchina@yahoo. com.
#Person2#: cool. We can meet up in a chat room sometime or just chat online using messenger. thanks for your help.
#Person1#: don't mention it.","#Person2# is trying to hook up to the internet, but it appears that #Person2# is offline. #Person1# advises #Person2# to turn on the airport. #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person2# can register instant messaging for free and block the people who #Person2# doesn't want to talk to."
"#Person1#: Would you like to go skiing with me? I heard the new ski area is great. They have safe tracks, especially for the beginners and provide free training. I think it suits you best.
#Person2#: Sounds not bad! You know, the only thing I worried about is the safety. I'm not an active exerciser and my muscle may be not strong enough for such an intense sport.
#Person1#: Well, Then you can go to the three-day-long training camp first. There're some professional teachers and they can guide you to do certain necessary exercise.
#Person2#: I will think about it.
#Person1#: Come on! It is really a fun game.","#Person1# invites #Person2# to go skiing at the new ski area, but #Person2# worries about safety. #Person1# suggests taking the three-day-long training camp."
"#Person1#: Do you like flowers?
#Person2#: Of course, I like.
#Person1#: What's your favorite flower?
#Person2#: Forsythia. It's also called winter jasmine which is the symbol of the spring's arrival.
#Person1#: Spring is a lively season.
#Person2#: Yes. How about you?
#Person1#: I admire plum blossoms very much. It seems that only it can blossom in the cold winter.
#Person2#: You have a perfect taste!
#Person1#: It is the symbol of laughing at hoar frost and fighting with snow. I admire the bravery of plum blossoms.
#Person2#: But it used to be ignored by many people.
#Person1#: The bright people will remember it forever.
#Person2#: Well, it's snowing. Let's enjoy the plum blossoms when snowing.","#Person2#'s favorite flower is Forsythia, the symbol of the spring's arrival, while #Person2# admires plum blossoms for its bravery."
"#Person1#: Did you have a part-time job when you were still in school?
#Person2#: No. I was way too busy studying all the time. How about you?
#Person1#: Yeah. I worked about 20 hours a week in a pizza restaurant.
#Person2#: What was that like?
#Person1#: It was always very busy there.
#Person2#: What did you do?
#Person1#: I stood behind the register and took pizza orders.
#Person2#: Did you get any perks on the job?
#Person1#: Yeah. I got to eat as much pizza as I could for free.","When in school, #Person2# didn't have a part-time job, while #Person1# worked in a pizza restaurant."
"#Person1#: Have you heard of the Love Bug?
#Person2#: Do you mean the'I love you'virus that attacks computers through e-mail?
#Person1#: Yes. It is one of the most harmful computer viruses in the world. People say it will break out again om Valentines'Day this year.
#Person2#: This is terrible. Why do hackers play such a dirty trick?
#Person1#: Hackers are smart, and they want people to know about it.
#Person2#: So they create viruses to tell people they are smart? That's really sick.","#Person1# and #Person2# are discussing the Love Bug, and #Person1# explains why hackers play the trick."
"#Person1#: Want to meet for lunch this Saturday?
#Person2#: Sorry, I can't. I am busy.
#Person1#: What are you doing?
#Person2#: I always do volunteer work on the first Saturday of every month.
#Person1#: What kind of volunteer work?
#Person2#: I help out at the children's hospital. I help plan activities.
#Person1#: Oh, yeah?
#Person2#: Yes, it's exciting. This month we are doing crossword puzzles.","#Person1# invites #Person2# to lunch, but #Person2# has to do volunteer work this Saturday."
"#Person1#: Do you surf online regularly, Joe?
#Person2#: Of course. I stay online for four hours at least every day.
#Person1#: Are you crazy? What are you doing four hours online?
#Person2#: Millions of things. I surf the Net, check my e-mail, and most importantly, I chat with my friends.
#Person1#: Online chat? Aren't you afraid of meeting bad people who pretend to be what they are not?
#Person2#: No, I am not. And I love to meet new people in the chat rooms who share a lot in common with me.
#Person1#: It sounds interesting.","Joe tells #Person1# Joe stays online for at least four hours every day, mostly chatting with friends."
"#Person1#: Lots of elderly people want peace and quiet in their old age, but young people want an unconstrained life.
#Person2#: It would be good for both if they lived separately. My parents want to live apart from us.
#Person1#: What if old people are in poor health and need to be looked after?
#Person2#: Young people ought to carry out their responsibilities. If it's needed, they would live with their parents.
#Person1#: When I'm old, I'll also be like that.
#Person2#: You need a child first, and that's your duty, too.
#Person1#: I know that's what I must do.","#Person2# thinks elderly people and young people live separately would be good, but young people need to live with their parents if needed."
"#Person1#: Do you want to hear a funny joke?
#Person2#: OK. Are you sure it's funny, though?
#Person1#: Well, you'll see.
#Person2#: OK.
#Person1#: OK, an Englishman, a Scotsman, and an Irishman were going on a trip across the desert, and they could only take one thing with them.
#Person2#: I see.
#Person1#: So they met up at the start of the journey and showed each other their equipment.
#Person2#: Oh, that's funny!
#Person1#: Hang on, I haven't finished yet.
#Person2#: Oh, sorry.
#Person1#: Well, as I was saying, they showed each other what they had decided to bring. The Englishman had brought some water. ' If we get thirsty, we'll have something to drink, ' he said. The Scotsman brought a map. ' If we get lost, we'll be able to find our way. ' The Irishman had brought a car door.
#Person2#: A car door? You mean just one car door?
#Person1#: Yep. A car door. ' Why the door? ' the others asked him. ' Well, ' he said, ' If it gets hot, we can open the window. ' Do you get it?
#Person2#: Well. . .","#Person1# tells #Person2# a joke that three men were crossing the desert and they could only take one thing. The Englishman brought some water; the Scotsman brought a map, and the Irishman brought a car door to open when hot."
"#Person1#: I think that show biz stars have a really easy life. They have lots of money, so they can buy almost anything they want. They're famous, so everyone loves them.
#Person2#: I think they must have horrible lives. All the paparazzi take photos of them wherever they go and whatever they do. They must get sick of it.
#Person1#: I bet they love it really. Sure, they complain about it, but that just gets them more publicity, doesn't it?
#Person2#: I think that few of the show biz stars want any publicity for themselves. They only want it for their films.
#Person1#: No way! They want publicity for themselves, so that they get invited to make more films, go to lots of cocktail parties, and even make albums! They have such an easy life. They don't even pay for Drin
#Person2#: Show biz stars have plenty of expenses. That's why they need so much money. They need million of dollars to buy big, seclude houses and wonderful dresses. I bet most show biz stars would prefer to Wea
#Person1#: I don't understand how you can have any sympathy for show biz stars. They're overpaid, over-ambitious, and over-adored.
#Person2#: I think you should give them some credit. They're very talented people and they deserve all the money they earn. They even donate money to charity to help people who are less fortunate than themselves
#Person1#: Come on! They only do that to get even more publicity for their films and themselves.","#Person1# thinks the show biz stars have a really easy life, while #Person2# thinks their lives must be horrible. #Person1# thinks those stars love their jobs and want publicity for themselves, but #Person2# thinks they only want publicity for their films. #Person2# sympathizes with them but #Person1# disagrees."
"#Person1#: Can you suggest a few exercise to help me get fit and stretch my muscles a little?
#Person2#: Sure. If you want to stretch your legs, a good exercise is to lift your knee in front of your body, like this. It's a very simple exercise, but very effective.
#Person1#: I need to excise my arms too. How can I do that?
#Person2#: One good way is to do push-ups. Another way is to use weights. Make sure you grip the weights firmly. You don't want to drop them on your feet!
#Person1#: When I do push-ups, should I bend my elbows so that my nose touches the ground?
#Person2#: You don't need to bend your elbows that much. Bend them so that your arms are at a 90 degree angle. The most important think is to remember to keep your body straight. Many people bend their bodies at the waist, which reduces the effectiveness of the exercise.
#Person1#: What's a good exercise for my chest muscles?
#Person2#: One that I recommend is that you lie on your back. You should have a weight in each hand and stretch your arms out either side of your body.
#Person1#: So I need plenty of space for this exercise.
#Person2#: Yes, you do. Lift the weight up, keeping your arms straight all the time.
#Person1#: Great. Thanks for you advice!",#Person2# recommends #Person1# to do push-ups and use weights to help #Person1# get fit and stretch #Person1#'s muscles. Then #Person2# tells that keeping #Person1#'s body straight is the most important and recommends #Person1# to lie on #Person1#'s back to exercise for chest muscles.
"#Person1#: You look upset. What's wrong?
#Person2#: Nothing. It's just one of those days. Everyone at the office is sick and I'm getting blamed for work not being done.
#Person1#: Maybe you need a vacation or something, or maybe a bonus.
#Person2#: I'm sick of doing other people's job and getting blamed for not doing it right.
#Person1#: Why don't you talk to your boss about it? If you talk to him, he will surely understand.
#Person2#: I wish he could understand. You know what, if this goes on, I think I will get stick like everybody else.","#Person2# looks upset because #Person2#'s getting blamed for work not being done, and #Person1# suggests talking to the boss."
"#Person1#: Excuse me, Ma'am. I would like to mail this package door to door via airmail to London. It is a very important package and has to be sent within 3 days.
#Person2#: No problem. But, the postage is much higher than the regular package.
#Person1#: That's fine with me. I am willing to pay for it as long as you can guarantee me the package can arrive in time.
#Person2#: OK. All the registered airmail packages can be received in 5 working days.
#Person1#: I see. How much do I need to pay in total for this package?
#Person2#: It's 500 dollars.
#Person1#: Can I have the receipt? Just in case I can trace it if something goes wrong.
#Person2#: Sure! Please just fill in your I. D. number and ways to contact you here.
#Person1#: Do I need to include my zip code in the address?
#Person2#: You had better include that because it is easier for the mailmen to find the correct mailing address.
#Person1#: Thank you very much. Here is 500 dollars.
#Person2#: Here is your receipt. Contact us if your friend still doesn't receive the package after 5 work days.",#Person1# wants to mail an important package door to door via airmail to London within three days. #Person2# charges #Person1# 500 dollars and #Person1# asks for the receipt to trace the package.
"#Person1#: Welcome to China, Mr. White.
#Person2#: How do you do, Ms. Chi?
#Person1#: Welcome to this corporation, Mr. White. Won't you please sit down?
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: Our representative in your country faxed a letter that you showed an interest in some of our products on display at the Oct. Exhibition there. Now we'd like to know if you have any specific requirements in mind.
#Person2#: Yes, we have. I'Ve brought with me a list of the quantity of your products we'd like to import for the second half of this year. Here is a copy of it.
#Person1#: Good. Well, Mr. White, most of the items listed are available this year. I hope we can come to an agreement and sign the contracts soon to enable timely delivery.
#Person2#: I hope so, too. Now I'd like some of your sales literature and a price list for all of your export articles.
#Person1#: Here are our catalog and price list. The catalog lists all the commodities we export, and the price list gives indicative prices for all our export articles.
#Person2#: Thank you, Ms. Chi. What are your normal export terms?
#Person1#: We normally export CFR.
#Person2#: What commission do you usually pay for your exports? As you know, we import on commission basis.
#Person1#: That can be discussed.
#Person2#: All right. When can we meet again for more specific details, Ms. Chi?
#Person1#: What about tomorrow morning at 9? I'll come over to your hotel.
#Person2#: I'll be expecting you, then.",Mr. White brought a list of the quantities of Ms. Chi's products that they'd like to import for the second half of this year. Then Ms. Chi gives him the catalog and price list and says they normally export CFR. They'll meet tomorrow morning for more specific details.
"#Person1#: Welcome, sir, what can I do for you?
#Person2#: I want to buy some records.
#Person1#: Whose record do you want?
#Person2#: Are there the records of Michael Jackson?
#Person1#: His records have been sold out. The new copies will be available next week.
#Person2#: Oh. it's too late. Maybe I should go to other video stores to have a look.","#Person2# wants to buy Michael Jackson's records, but #Person1#'s store has sold out."
"#Person1#: It doesn't look very nice outside today.
#Person2#: You're right. I think it's going to rain later.
#Person1#: In the middle of the summer, it shouldn't be raining.
#Person2#: That wouldn't seem right.
#Person1#: Considering that it's over ninety degrees outside, that would be weird.
#Person2#: Exactly, it wouldn't be nice if it started raining. It's too hot.
#Person1#: I know, you're absolutely right.
#Person2#: I wish it would cool off one day.
#Person1#: That's how I feel, I want winter to come soon.
#Person2#: I enjoy the winter, but it gets really cold sometimes.
#Person1#: I know what you mean, but I'd rather be cold than hot.
#Person2#: That's exactly how I feel.",#Person1# and #Person2# discuss whether it is going to rain later. They both wish the weather would cool off.
"#Person1#: Room service. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I find the sheet in my room is so stained. Would you please help us change it for a clean one?
#Person1#: I am sorry. sir. Someone will there in a moment.
#Person2#: All right. Please be quick about it.
#Person1#: Yes, sir. I assure you it would never happen again.",#Person2# asks #Person1# to change the stained sheet for a clean one.
"#Person1#: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Good day. I'm looking for a one-bedroom apartment today.
#Person1#: Certainly. How much rent did you want to pay?
#Person2#: Well, I didn't want to pay more than $ 900 a month.
#Person1#: $ 900 a month? We don't often have apartment as inexpensive as that. We have one apartment for $ 985 a month today, on Eleventh Avenue. It's near the municipal buildings.
#Person2#: Is it furnished?
#Person1#: No, it's unfurnished. It has a kitchen, but there are not many cookers. There's a garden in the back, but the tenants can't use it. The landlord lives downstairs. Friends are forbidden in the apartment after midnight. No noise and no television after 11. . .
#Person2#: No, thank you! I want to take an apartment, not a prison.
#Person1#: Ok, we would do as your requirement. And we'll contact with you later!",#Person2# wants to rent a one-bedroom apartment for no more than $900 a month. #Person1# recommends one with many rules for the tenant. #Person2# thinks it's a prison and refuses it.
"#Person1#: What can I do to help you?
#Person2#: I have some extra help with my project. What would you prefer to help me with, typing or xeroxing?
#Person1#: I could do some typing for you.
#Person2#: That is very kind of you to offer to do that. Can you start with the pages on the table?
#Person1#: Sure I will get to do that right now.
#Person2#: I like your positive attitude. How many years have you been employed here?
#Person1#: I have worked here long time.
#Person2#: We have a really interesting project coming up. Would you want to join us on it?
#Person1#: I'm not sure. Let me think about it.
#Person2#: OK. I will mention how great you were about helping me today. I appreciate your help.","#Person1# helps #Person2# do some typing in #Person2#'s project. Then #Person2# invites #Person1# to join them on an interesting project, and #Person1# will think about it."
"#Person1#: It's a beautiful day here in New Zealand at the Men's Volleyball world championship. My name is Rick Fields and I'm joined by the man with the plan, Bob Copeland.
#Person2#: Thank you, Rick. We'Ve got a very exciting encounter ahead of us today as two powerhouse teams, Brazil and China, face off against each other and try to qualify for the next round. Without a doubt, both teams are in top shape and this will prove to be a competitive match.
#Person1#: The ref signals the start of the game and here we go. Ribero serves and China quickly receives the ball. Chen bumps it to the setter, and. . . a very nice set by Chen!
#Person2#: Xu spikes it! Wow, what a great hit! The Brazilian blockers anticipated the play and tried to block him but he managed to get the ball in! Great play.
#Person1#: It's China's service now. What a superb jump serve by Li, oh, and we have a let serve. The ball was coming in fast and almost made it over the net.
#Person2#: Brazil calls for a time out and we'll be right back, after a short commercial break.",Rick Fields and #Person2# are interpreting the Men's Volleyball world championship. #Person2# first introduces the teams in today's competitive match and they describe what the team member does at the game. They will be back after a break.
"#Person1#: Hello, Mr. Smith, Wang Peng speaks.
#Person2#: Hello! Mr. Wang. this is Smith.
#Person1#: I'm calling to thank you for the wonderful dinner I had yesterday.
#Person2#: It's a pleasure.
#Person1#: I'll come back to China tonight. I hope to see you again sometime.
#Person2#: I hope so.
#Person1#: I appreciate all help of you during my stay here.
#Person2#: Don't mention it.
#Person1#: Please let me know when you go to China and let me be of some assistance to you.
#Person2#: Yes, I will. Have a nice flight back.
#Person1#: Thanks, good-bye!
#Person2#: Good-bye!",Wang Peng calls Mr. Smith to thank him for the wonderful dinner yesterday and his help during Wang Peng's stay.
"#Person1#: Do you get up early every morning?
#Person2#: About 6 in the morning. I like to walk to the office.
#Person1#: Good habit. How long does it take?
#Person2#: About 20 minutes. Do you live alone?
#Person1#: No, my little sister lives with me.
#Person2#: How old is she?
#Person1#: About 12. She is a good girl.
#Person2#: I think so.",#Person2# gets up at 6 and takes a 20-minute walk to the office.
"#Person1#: Shall I phone and tell your secretary you're not coming today?
#Person2#: Yes, please, dear. Tell her I've got a cold and a headache, but I hope to be back in a day or two. You'd better say I'm staying in bed.
#Person1#: But you're not in bed! Do you want me to tell a lie?
#Person2#: Oh, it's only a very little one, dear. I'm not making a false excuse. I really have a bad headache.
#Person1#: Then put the cigarette out. It's very foolish of you to smoke when you've got a cold.
#Person2#: Very well, dear. You're quite right.
#Person1#: Look, here's some boiling water. Do as I tell you now. I've put something in the water that'll do you a lot of good. Put your nose over the water. That's right. Breathe in deeply. It'll do you a lot of good.
#Person2#: It smells nice.",#Person2# asks #Person1# to tell #Person2#'s secretary that #Person2# is not coming because of sickness. #Person1# advises #Person2# to put the cigarette out and put #Person2#'s nose over the water.
"#Person1#: You're not looking very cheerful. What's the matter with you?
#Person2#: Oh, nothing special. I'm just thinking a lot.
#Person1#: About the job?
#Person2#: About everything, about catching the same train every morning, sitting in the same office all day, watching the same television programs....
#Person1#: You need a holiday.
#Person2#: It wasn't always like this, you know.
#Person1#: How do you mean?
#Person2#: Well, our great great grandfathers had more fun, didn't they? I mean, they hunted for their food and grew their own vegetables and did things for themselves. We do the same sort of job for years and years. There's no variety in our lives.
#Person1#: You need a holiday. That's what's the matter with you.",#Person2# thinks there is no variety in their lives when compared with their grandfathers'. #Person1# advises #Person2# to have a holiday.
"#Person1#: They say you've got a job in the New York City.
#Person2#: Yeah, we say it the United Nations.
#Person1#: How fascinating! It can meet people from all over the world.
#Person2#: Yeah, but just one problem. I'll have to leave my friends behind.",#Person2# got a job in the U.S.. #Person1# thinks it's fascinating.
"#Person1#: Operator, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like to make a collect call. My number is 7683384.
#Person1#: And the number you're dialing?
#Person2#: That's 7638558. Oh, no, I'm sorry, I forgot it's just changed. It's now 7643388.
#Person1#: Please hold the line, caller.",#Person2# asks the operator to make a collect call.
"#Person1#: It's seven o'clock already, dear.
#Person2#: Yes, I know. I decided to work during the evening rush hour.
#Person1#: And so your dinner's cold. Why do you work so hard?
#Person2#: I just start, and then I can't stop.
#Person1#: You can stop any time. You don't need to keep on working at all.
#Person2#: And then what could I do?
#Person1#: We could move to Florida.
#Person2#: Oh, Florida. Is it any better than New York?
#Person1#: It's warm and sunny all year round. No more snow, no more ice.
#Person2#: And what about the children and the grandchildren?
#Person1#: They could come, and visit us every winter.
#Person2#: And what would we do every spring, summer, and fall?
#Person1#: A lot of our friends have moved to Florida. We know a lot of people there.
#Person2#: Well, I'll think about it.","#Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person2# doesn't need to keep on working and they could move to Florida. #Person2# asks what about their children, grandchildren, and friends if they move."
"#Person1#: Don't be mad at me. I'm only five minutes late.
#Person2#: This is the last time I'm waiting for you. I mean it.
#Person1#: You know, I always have a good excuse. I promise you: you'll never have to wait for me again.
#Person2#: I hope so. Come on, let's go get our tickets now. Oh, by the way, you have got your wallet with you, don't you? I left mine at home.","#Person1# 's late again, and then #Person2# finds #Person2# left wallet at home."
"#Person1#: What do you think of this dress? Do you think it suits me? 
#Person2#: Sure. Why don't you try it on? The fitting room is over there. 
#Person1#: It's just the right size-a perfect fit! Have you seen anything you like? 
#Person2#: I'm thinking about buying this sweater. I know it's june now, but it will be perfect for autumn and winter. 
#Person1#: It looks too big for you, but I like the color and the material is good quality. Is it on sale? 
#Person2#: Yes, it's half price. It's supposed to be too large-that's the fashion. 
#Person1#: I might get one too, but in a different colour. I prefer light blue to while. 
#Person2#: There. It looks great, don't you think? I'm going to get these jeans as well. I need a new pair. I need a new pair. I 'm also going to buy this scarf ready for winter. 
#Person1#: 
#Person2#: Don't worry. I've got my credit card. You can pay me back later. 
#Person1#: Thanks! Now I don't need to come back to the shop a second time. ","#Person1# and #Person2# are trying the clothes on. #Person1# thinks the sweater is too big for #Person2#. #Person2# thinks that's the fashion. They both buy the sweaters but in different colors, and #Person2# buy jeans and a scarf."
"#Person1#: It's my wife's birthday. I need to buy some flowers for her. 
#Person2#: Most women love red roses for their birthday. 
#Person1#: How much will the roses be? 
#Person2#: You can get a dozen for only $20. 
#Person1#: Now, that's a price that I like. 
#Person2#: You're in luck today because the roses are on sale. 
#Person1#: Okay, I'll take the roses. 
#Person2#: Very good. Perhaps you'd like something else to go with the roses? 
#Person1#: No, the roses are good enough. 
#Person2#: Women love roses, so your wife will be very happy. ","#Person1# buys a dozen roses from #Person2# as his wife's birthday gift, and it costs him only $20."
"#Person1#: Do you believe in god? 
#Person2#: Not at all. I'm an agnostic. Do you? 
#Person1#: I'm not sure. Why don't you believe there is a god? 
#Person2#: I think everything has a scientific explanation rather than a theological one. 
#Person1#: I basically believe in science over theology. I mean, I believe in evolution for example. However, there are many things that science hasn't explained yet. 
#Person2#: I'm sure that science will explain everything eventually. I think that the strangest thing about religion is that so many religions people act in ways that their religion claims are wrong. 
#Person1#: For example? 
#Person2#: Religions preach tolerance, but many wars are caused by intolerant religious fanatics. 
#Person1#: Yes. Such people don't appear to be acting in accordance with their religious beliefs. ",#Person2# doesn't believe in god because #Person2# thinks everything has a scientific explanation. #Person1# and #Person2# agree that some people don't act following their religious beliefs.
"#Person1#: What do you think are the main causes of war today? 
#Person2#: I'd say the main reason is poverty. Countries and their people get frustrated because they have so little. If their neighbors have some resources, they try to steal them by military force. 
#Person1#: It seems that a lot of wars nowadays are really civil wars. People from different ethnic groups in the same country sometimes fight for power in that country. 
#Person2#: Several of those civil wars have been going on for years and years. It seems they will never end. 
#Person1#: How do you think they could be ended? 
#Person2#: I don't think that there is any easy way. The united nations could send peacekeepers into the country. At least then the warring parties could be forced to negotiate. The thing is to find the real problem form the war and solve that. 
#Person1#: So, if the cause is poverty, there should be a program to make the country richer. If the problem is resources, share them. 
#Person2#: It sounds easy when you say it like that. In reality, it's harder to make peace between countries. 
#Person1#: Yes. It is. One way to stop countries fighting is to cut off their financial support. Wars are very expensive. 
#Person2#: The problem is that many poor people might suffer. ",#Person2# thinks poverty causes war today and #Person1# mentions most of the wars are civil wars. #Person2# thinks it's hard to end the war. #Person1# believes that sharing the resources and cutting off financial support are good ways.
"#Person1#: Is there a lot of crime in your city? 
#Person2#: There's some, but I don't think it's a big problem. A lot of it is petty crime, burglary and car theft. There's very little major crime. 
#Person1#: It's the same in my city. We also have a lot of drug addicts. A lot of the crime is committed by drug addicts who need money for drugs. 
#Person2#: That happens in many places. In my city, there is a very good drug rehabilitation program. The police and courts are also tough on people who commit crimes, but I don't know if that's the reason for our relatively low crime rate. 
#Person1#: Some people believe that a tough approach is better. Other prefer a more lenient approach. 
#Person2#: I think that the best way to reduce crime is to spread wealth more evenly. If most people have similar amounts of money, they will not think of stealing from others. 
#Person1#: That's possible, but I'm not sure it would really happen like that. ",#Person2# and #Person1# talk about the crime in their cities. #Person1#'s city has serious drug problems but #Person2#'s doesn't. #Person2# thinks that spreading wealth evenly can reduce crime.
"#Person1#: What are the seasons like in your city? 
#Person2#: Summers are hot and usually lasts a long time. Winters are short, but cold, wet, and windy. I love the summers in my city, but I hate the wintertime. 
#Person1#: Does it ever rain in summer? 
#Person2#: We usually get a big thunderstorm every two weeks, but apart from that, summers are dry. Thunderstorms make the air fresh again, so most people don't mind then. 
#Person1#: What are spring and autumn like? 
#Person2#: I like spring because flowers bloom and trees grow leaves again. In spring, the weather is very changeable-sometimes cold, sometimes warm. It's usually windy with some rain. Autumn is usually sunny and dry, but it's gradually gets colder as winter arrives. What are the seasons like in you city? 
#Person1#: Well, I live in the southern hemisphere, so our summertime is your wintertime, and vice versa. We get some rain in every season, but most is in winter. In winter, it sometimes gets cold, but our winters are usually quite mild. Summers are warm, but not hot. Spring and autumn are both very short-sometimes just a few weeks each. The weather is very changeable then-just like spring in your city. 
#Person2#: Do you usually go on a summer holiday? 
#Person1#: No, I don't. I go on a winter holiday instead. I go somewhere warm. 
#Person2#: I usually go on holiday during the spring or the autumn. I try to go somewhere where the weather is more reliable than in my city. ","#Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2#'s city has a long summer with a big thunderstorm every two weeks and a short but cold winter. The weather is very changeable in spring in #Person2#'s city. #Person1# lives in the southern hemisphere, so the climate is opposite to #Person2#."
"#Person1#: Hi Peter, what are you doing?
#Person2#: I am reading some papers about stock.
#Person1#: Ah, Great! I happen to want to ask you something about it!
#Person2#: Yes, sure. What it is?
#Person1#: When it comes to select a fund, many people will always read 'Past performance is not an indication of future results', do you believe that?
#Person2#: Maybe it is right since everything is possible. You know the market changes quickly these days.
#Person1#: Do you really think so? But I still have doubted those funds with bad stock performance. For me, a stock record is the very important criteria to decide which to buy. I really want to decrease the risk reach the minimum and achieve the maximum returns.
#Person2#: If you refuse to take risk, you can't have better returns.
#Person1#: Sure, maybe you are right. I will think about it. Thanks a lot!
#Person2#: You are most welcome.","#Person1# wants to reach the minimum risk and achieve maximum returns, but Peter says if #Person1# refuses to take risk, #Person1# can't have better returns."
"#Person1#: Pam, where is the closest ATM?
#Person2#: Do you see that yellow building over there?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: It's right next to it on the right.
#Person1#: Do you know if there's a convenience store around here?
#Person2#: I don't think there's one around here, the closest one is on third street. But that's probably close now.
#Person1#: I really need to get some things before I leave.
#Person2#: Well. You could go down to twenty second street. There are lots of stores down there that are open 24 hours a day.
#Person1#: Can I take the subway to get there?
#Person2#: Yes, but that will probably take about half an hour. You should just take a cab.
#Person1#: Won't that be expensive?
#Person2#: No, from here, I think it's only about $5.",Pam tells #Person1# locations of the closest ATM and convenience stores. Then Pam recommends #Person1# to take a cab to the twenty-second street.
"#Person1#: They told me Steven is a very special boy, and he seldom plays with the children. What do you think of him?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. He is a very special boy in many ways. He doesn't have the normal abilities for the boys of his age. It's very difficult for him to read and write in my class. For example, many 8 year-old boys can do much more than he can. But of course, he has a special gift.
#Person1#: In drawing?
#Person2#: Yes. He's always been good at it. Steven can look at any building for about 5 minutes and then draw it perfectly.
#Person1#: Tell us something about some of the drawings he's done.
#Person2#: Well, his drawings are most about famous buildings, like the Gulf Palace in Venice and Kremlin in Moscow. They're wonderfully drawn. Famous artists looked at his drawings and said that Steven's an excellent painter.
#Person1#: And he just looks at these buildings for a few minutes and draws them?
#Person2#: That's right. It's very strange, isn't it? He has such a special gift in one thing, but finds other things difficult.","#Person2# tells #Person1# Steven doesn't have the normal abilities for the boys of his age, but he has a gift for drawing. Steven can draw the buildings perfectly just looking at them for a few minutes."
"#Person1#: Where are you from, Corey?
#Person2#: I'm from Canada. I'v just moved here.
#Person1#: Canada! Are you good at winter sports then?
#Person2#: Yeah! I love winter sports very much, such as skiing and snowboarding. I also like ice diving.
#Person1#: Wow, that sounds quite exciting!
#Person2#: Yeah, I've been doing that for 7 years since I was 9. What do you do in your free time?
#Person1#: Well, swimming used to be my favorite hobby. But now I spend most of my spare time in the acting club I joined last year, and I really love the theater. I really want to be an actress one day. Have you got any other hobbies?
#Person2#: Uhm, I guess I enjoy playing online computer games. I feel quite relaxed when playing the games, and it helps me make new friends. How about you? Do you spend much time online?
#Person1#: Well, I'm not interested in computer games. I think it makes no sense spending time playing something with strangers. I prefer chatting face to face with my friends.
#Person2#: I like chatting with friends too.
#Person1#: Oh, it's time for class. Our English teacher is coming. After class I'll introduce you to some of my friends.",Corey tells #Person1# he loves winter sports and he has been doing ice diving for 7 years. #Person2# used to like swimming but now loves the theater. They both like chatting with friends.
"#Person1#: It is Jane's birthday tomorrow.
#Person2#: Are you sure? I think it should be the day after tomorrow.
#Person1#: Well, let me see. Oh, I'm sorry. You're right. It is the day after tomorrow. Shall we buy her a present?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. Shall we give her some flowers?
#Person1#: Flowers are lovely. But I think it's better to buy her an ice box of chocolates.
#Person2#: Jane doesn't like sweet things, didn't you know that?
#Person1#: You are right. Uh...I know we can give her a record. She loves music.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. Let's go to the music shop and choose one for her.",#Person2# reminds #Person1# of the date of Jane's birthday and they decide to give Jane a record as her birthday gift.
"#Person1#: Daddy, are you going to the park with us this weekend?
#Person2#: Honey, I have a lot of work to do.
#Person1#: So you can't go with us, right?
#Person2#: No.
#Person1#: Daddy, you always arrange your schedule so tight on weekdays. You should have a rest on weekends.
#Person2#: What park do you want to go to?
#Person1#: Daniel wants to go to the aquarium. While Mom wants to visit the Summer Palace.
#Person2#: Haven't we been these places already?
#Person1#: Yeah. I don't agree with them, but I don't have a better choice.
#Person2#: What about the Olympic park?
#Person1#: Right, ah. It is so close to our home. How come we've never thought of that?
#Person2#: The Olympic Park has a small forest. It is fit for picnic.
#Person1#: Very well, Go ahead.","#Person1# persuades Daddy into going to the park with Mom, Daniel and #Person1#. Daddy finally agrees and they decide to go to the Olympic Park."
"#Person1#: Sally, you look so corporate! What interview do you have today?
#Person2#: Amalgamated Trading Company. It's Swiss. Don't you think working at a foreign company would be glamorous?
#Person1#: Yeah, I guess so. I've never actually heard of this one, but...
#Person2#: Well, it's small, but it's a young, dynamic, rapidly-growing company with a progressive, humanistic philosophy.
#Person1#: You didn't read their brochure or anything, did you?
#Person2#: Four times. I'm totally prepared. Oh, no! I forgot to take off my nail polish! And I have to be there in 15 minutes! That's it. I blew it.
#Person1#: Well, they are progressive and humanistic-maybe they don't care about nail polish... uh... even blue nail polish. Just keep your confidence up and you'll do great.
#Person2#: But the competition is fierce this year... and it seems like I'm the only one left who hasn't found a job.
#Person1#: Not quite the only one. I really wanted that job at the magazine, but I still haven't heard from them.",Sally tells #Person2# that she is preparing for an interview in a small but rapidly-growing company. Both of them haven't found a job.
"#Person1#: Do you work well under pressure?
#Person2#: Working under pressure is exciting and challenging. I don ' t mind working under pressure. I work well under that circumstance. People can, I can.
#Person1#: Do you have any particular conditions that you would like the company to take into consideration?
#Person2#: No, nothing in particular.
#Person1#: How soon can you begin working for us?
#Person2#: I need about two to three weeks for necessary formalities. I will quit then transfer to your company.",#Person2# asks whether #Person1# can work under pressure and when to start the work.
"#Person1#: I'd like to buy a bottle of Centrum, a dozen tooth brushes, some baby's wipes, and a small bottle of aspirin.
#Person2#: Centrum? We have bottles of thirty and one hundred tablets. Which kind do you want?
#Person1#: Give me one bottle of one hundred tablets.
#Person2#: And what kind of toothbrushes would you like?
#Person1#: Can I have a look at them?
#Person2#: Sure. This brand is supposed to be very good, but they're expensive. Those are new products. They come in several colors and sizes. There is also hard, soft, and medium.
#Person1#: Are they cheaper?
#Person2#: This one is 10 % off. That one has no reduction, but you can get a free tube of toothpaste with six toothbrushes.
#Person1#: So if I buy a dozen, I'll get two free tubes of toothpaste?
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: Good. I ' ll take a dozen of them then.
#Person2#: And here is your aspirin. What else did you say you want?
#Person1#: Baby's wipes. Johnson's.
#Person2#: Anything else?
#Person1#: Well, actually I'd like to buy some vitamins for my son. He's five months old. Can you suggest any?
#Person2#: Sure. Here you are. This one is excellent. Just mix one drop of it with milk.
#Person1#: Thanks. That'll be all.","#Person1# buys a bottle of Centrum, a dozen toothbrushes, a small bottle of aspirin, baby's wipes and some vitamins with #Person2#'s suggestion."
"#Person1#: Excuse me! What time is it? My watch stopped.
#Person2#: Let me see. It's 9
#Person1#: Is your watch right?
#Person2#: I think so. I set it by the radio this morning.
#Person1#: By the way, can you tell me what the date it is today, and what day it is, please?
#Person2#: Well, it's the 10th and on the Tuesday.","Since #Person1#'s watch stopped, #Person1# tells #Person2# the time, the date and the day."
"#Person1#: How can we develop a new brand image with no direction whatsoever?
#Person2#: With the fifty forwards he sent out today, maybe we'll inadvertently get inspired.
#Person1#: I guess this is a good excuse to surf the Net on someone else's dime.
#Person2#: Who'd have thought Bean would be this kind of e-mail fanatic?
#Person1#: He must have just got online for the first time last week. He still thinks it's some kind of new toy.",#Person2# tells #Person1# emails can be used to develop a new brand image.
"#Person1#: If we give you the job, what's the most important thing you except to get?
#Person2#: Well, I just want to enjoy what I'm doing. it's the most important thing to me.
#Person1#: Just this?
#Person2#: Yes, because I think being interesting thing is the best teacher. Or have more opportunities to have career growth.
#Person1#: Do you want to get a promotion?
#Person2#: Yes, of course.
#Person1#: Where would you like to be in 5 years?
#Person2#: In five years, I'd like to be a senior manager of this corporation.
#Person1#: How do you plan to accomplish this?
#Person2#: By doing whatever is necessary.",#Person1# interviews #Person2# and asks about #Person2#'s plan for the future career if #Person2# gets the job.
"#Person1#: Honey, we are all out of wine and cheese. Do you mind running to the deli and picking up a few things?
#Person2#: Can't it wait? I'm watching the game right now!
#Person1#: Your friends and family are coming over tonight and we still need to get a lot of things.
#Person2#: Fine! What do you need?
#Person1#: OK, pick up some cured meats to go with the wine. Maybe a pound of polish sausages, ham, liverwurst, salami and any other cold cuts that are on sale. I think I saw a promotion for pastrami. Also get some cole slaw and a jar of olives.
#Person2#: Whoa wait a minute! Isn't that a bit too much? I mean, how much is all of this going to cost!
#Person1#: Never mind that. Get some dips as well. Get a jar of spinach and blue cheese dip and also some Tzatziki. If they have bean dip get that as well. Last but not least, get some pickles.
#Person2#: Is that all, your majesty?
#Person1#: Very funny! Get a move on! People will be here any minute.",#Person1# asks #Person2# to buy a lot of things as the friends and family are coming over tonight. But #Person2# thinks it'll be costly.
"#Person1#: The fried shrimp is crunchy! But my mom will never cook shrimp this way. She always says that fried food is not healthy.
#Person2#: How does she cook the shrimp?
#Person1#: She often cooks it in a large pan of boiling water.
#Person2#: I don't like that. I like fried food, fried potatoes, fried chicken, fried sausage. . . I can't see why fried food is not healthy.
#Person1#: My mom says it has a lot of fat. I also suggest you do not eat so many fried things.
#Person2#: It's all right! I often fry sausages when my mom is not at home.
#Person1#: Really? I really want to have a try!
#Person2#: Come to my house this Sunday. My mom will not be at home then. We can cook some wonderful fried food by ourselves!
#Person1#: That sounds like a good idea! But I'm afraid my mom will be angry about it.","#Person1# likes fried food and #Person2# invites #Person1# to cook some fried food by themselves, but #Person1# is afraid that mom will become angry about it."
"#Person1#: Are you travelling in America?
#Person2#: No, I am on business. I will spend half a month for the business.
#Person1#: What do you do?
#Person2#: I am currently working in a foreign company as a salesman.
#Person1#: I know all the tricks of the trade. It is quite tiring and difficult to be promoted.
#Person2#: Maybe. But it provides much wider space for me to improve the skills and increase the experience. What about you?
#Person1#: I am a reporter at a TV station.
#Person2#: Do you like your job?
#Person1#: Yes, I have good working conditions and I would require a salary at least 15, 000 $ a year.
#Person2#: Which kind of news do you catch?
#Person1#: I report the social news which means I always interview the citizens of various professions and trades.
#Person2#: Are you feel tired?
#Person1#: Sometimes. News happened out of expectation. Sometimes I have to get up in the early morning while I can't sleep for editing and interviewing.
#Person2#: You have to experience this if you want to be an extraordinary reporter.
#Person1#: That's right. I am still wet behind the ears.",#Person1# and #Person2# ask each other's occupation. #Person1# is a salesman in a foreign company and #Person2# is a reporter at a TV station.
"#Person1#: Dan, Dan, dude. You have to come over to my house right now!
#Person2#: Is everything OK?
#Person1#: Just get over here!
#Person2#: Come in! Quickly!
#Person1#: So, since when is your house a bank?
#Person2#: What do you mean?
#Person1#: I mean, what's up with the locks and iron bars on your windows.
#Person2#: Security, Dan, security! You can never be too safe you know! A lot of sickos out there. Just the other day they caught that peeping tom red handed! Had a high power telescope and binoculars by his window.
#Person1#: What's the matter with you? Why are you acting all paranoid?
#Person2#: Paranoid? I'm not paranoid! I'm cautious! You see Dan, we have to be on guard at all time! People just invade your privacy as if they knew you! Telemarketers, solicitors, even your bank! They have way too much information! I like to keep everything on a need to know basis.
#Person1#: OK, well, what did you want to see me about?
#Person2#: You are being watched! Be careful Dan! Be careful!",#Person1# asks Dan to be careful and tells Dan he is being watched. But Dan thinks #Person1# is acting paranoid.
"#Person1#: Mr. : There are two things that you'll need to know.
#Person2#: What are they?
#Person1#: Mr. : The school has three lunch periods, and the kids are divided into three groups to go to lunch.
#Person2#: Wow!
#Person1#: Mr. : Furthermore, when you are dismissed in the afternoon, you will be divided into two waves.
#Person2#: Two waves?
#Person1#: Mr. : The school parking lot is not big enough for all the school buses to come in at one time. So only half the buses come in first to pick up the first wave's students.
#Person2#: And the other half come in later to pick up the second wave.",#Person2# tells #Person1# two things #Person1# needs to know. One is three lunch periods and the other is two waves.
"#Person1#: Hello?
#Person2#: Hi, Kathy. Have you had lunch?
#Person1#: Not yet. And I'm really hungry now.
#Person2#: I'm starving, too. There is a new Chinese restaurant close by. Do you want to go there for lunch?
#Person1#: Why not?
#Person2#: It's my treat this time.
#Person1#: Thanks. I could eat a cow.",Kathy and #Person2# are hungry. They're going to a Chinese restaurant.
"#Person1#: Do you offer a course in business management?
#Person2#: Yes, we do.
#Person1#: How many nights a week is it?
#Person2#: It's 3 nights a week, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.
#Person1#: And how long does the course last?
#Person2#: It lasts for 9 months.
#Person1#: When does it start?
#Person2#: The next beginning class starts on October 25th.
#Person1#: What time is the class?
#Person2#: From 7 to 9 o'clock.
#Person1#: How much does it cost?
#Person2#: It costs 125 dollars a month.
#Person1#: Yes, that's all right. I want to enroll in the course.
#Person2#: Thank you, please fill out this form for us.
#Person1#: Do you want me to fill it out now?
#Person2#: Yes, please. we need a record of you education and your work experiences.",#Person1# asks #Person2# the details of a course in business management and wants to enroll it. #Person2# asks #Person1# to fill out the form right now.
"#Person1#: Mom, did you feel the earthquake this afternoon?
#Person2#: Oh, that scared me.
#Person1#: The breaking news just reported some houses were destroyed by the earthquake.
#Person2#: Oh, dear! How ruthless!
#Person1#: Do you think we can donate some clothes and food for the victims?
#Person2#: Why not? That's a good idea to help them.",#Person1# and Mom decide to donate clothes and food to victims from the earthquake.
"#Person1#: Were you born in the U. S. , Melissa?
#Person2#: No, I wasn't. I came here in 1992.
#Person1#: How old were you?
#Person2#: I was seventeen.
#Person1#: So, did you go to college right away?
#Person2#: No, because my English wasn't very good. I studied English for two years first.
#Person1#: Wow, your English is really fluent now.
#Person2#: Thanks. Your English is pretty good, too.
#Person1#: Yeah, but I was born here!!",#Person1# asks Melissa's age and praises Melissa for her fluent English.
"#Person1#: It's going to strike 12 o'clock. Let's get the firecrackers ready, Rose.
#Person2#: Aren't firecrackers forbidden in the city?
#Person1#: Well yes, but they are not allowed only in downtown areas. It's OK here. It would be difficult to ban customs that have thousands of years of tradition. The habit does bring kids joy and excitement so long as precautions are taken. Let's go out and set off firecrackers out there.
#Person2#: Fantastic! The whole city is echoing with crackling sounds!
#Person1#: What other activities will you have tomorrow?
#Person2#: Quite a lot. The celebration of the New Year has just started. The first day we southerners have sweet rice cakes for breakfast, and people in the North have Jiaozi. Afterward, we will make New Year calls on family relatives, husband's side on the first day and wife's side on the second.
#Person1#: Do you bring some gifts along?
#Person2#: That's for sure. Fruit, cream cakes, medical tonics are often for parents and aged relatives, and cash enclosed in a red envelope for the kids. All this, of course, should be well prepared beforehand.
#Person1#: Is it the same practice for all families?
#Person2#: Not all the same nowadays I must say. Many families, especially those of newly married couples, choose to make an overseas trip to escape the routines. Rose and I had a tour to Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and Hong Kong last year. We stayed there for two weeks until the last day of the holiday.
#Person1#: I really appreciate the way you Chinese people exchange feelings. The holiday's long enough for you to relax.
#Person2#: Well, for city dwellers, the Spring Festival is a holiday of seven days. While in the country where traditions are still heavily emphasized, the festival lasts ten days.","#Person1# invites #Person2# to get firecrackers ready for the coming new year. #Person2# tells #Person1# the other ways to celebrate New Year, including eating sweet rice cakes, making New Year calls on families and relatives, and traveling overseas."
"#Person1#: Hi. You enjoying the party?
#Person2#: Yes, actually. I don't really know anyone, but it's a nice place. Are you having a good time?
#Person1#: Yes. The drinks are very good! I'm Paul, by the way.
#Person2#: Hello Paul. I'm Jane. So what do you do?
#Person1#: I'm in finance. You?
#Person2#: Really? Me, too. I work for an accountancy company, T & D. Maybe you've heard of them.
#Person1#: T & D? Oh, yes, sure. How long have you worked there?
#Person2#: About two years. And you? Are you based here?
#Person1#: No. Actually, I'm based in Shanghai. I'm just here for the conference. So, T & D eh. . .",Jane and Paul meet each other for the first time at the party and they talk about their occupations.
"#Person1#: My boss wore a real stupid tie to work today. Can you guess why?
#Person2#: He isn't a man of good taste for clothes, is he?
#Person1#: He is, but I didn't mean that. His daughter bought him a tie as a Father's Day gift, and he was very happy to wear it and show it off to us in the office.
#Person2#: It must be hard being a father.
#Person1#: No, it's great being a father, seeing your children growing up and loving you and admiring you.
#Person2#: Maybe you'll only feel that way on Father's Day.",#Person1# talks with #Person2# about the boss's stupid tie which was sent by the boss's daughter.
"#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.
"#Person1#: Can you make the tea, Sam?
#Person2#: Yes, of course I can, Penny. Is there any water in this kettle?
#Person1#: Yes, there is.
#Person2#: Where's the tea?
#Person1#: It's over there, behind the teapot. Can't you see it?
#Person2#: I can see the teapot, but I can't see the tea.
#Person1#: There it is! It's in front of you.
#Person2#: Ah yes, I can see it now. Where are the cups?
#Person1#: There are some in the cupboard. Can you find them?
#Person2#: Yes. Here they are.
#Person1#: Hurry up, Sam. The kettle's boiling.",Penny asks Tom to make the tea. Tom asks where the tea and cups are.
"#Person1#: Excuse me, professor. I need to go home now.
#Person2#: Is everything OK?
#Person1#: I just feel funny.
#Person2#: What exactly seems to be the matter?
#Person1#: I have a terrible headache.
#Person2#: Do you think that you should go to the Student Health Center?
#Person1#: I already have some medicine at home if I could just get there.
#Person2#: Do you need someone to drive you home?
#Person1#: Thank you, but the bus stops right at my house.
#Person2#: Well, go home and rest up. Make sure you check the website for your assignments.",#Person1# asks for leave because of a terrible headache and the professor approves.
"#Person1#: How about the repair fee?
#Person2#: It's for free, because your computers are still in the period of guarantee--two years.
#Person1#: Great! When can your technicians come to our factory?
#Person2#: They are working in another factory to provide maintenance right now. Let me call them and see whether they have solved the problem. Please wait a moment.
#Person1#: I've just contacted our technicians. They say they can go to your factory tomorrow afternoon. Can you tell me your factory's address, so they can find you easier?
#Person2#: That's wonderful. I appreciate your efficiency and cooperation.
#Person1#: To provide the As excellent after-sales service is our motto. Please wait for our maintenance staff in your factory tomorrow afternoon. They will be there on time.
#Person2#: Thank you again!",#Person2# will arrange staff to repair for free because #Person1#'s computers are still in the period of guarantee. Then #Person1# tells #Person2# the address of #Person1#'s factory.
"#Person1#: hello! How are you.
#Person2#: not too well! I'm just to the doctor. I haven't been feeling too well. . over the last few days.
#Person1#: what have you got? A cough? A cold?
#Person2#: that's the funny thing. I don't what's wrong with me. I just feel exhausted.
#Person1#: perhaps you'Ve been working too hard. You do have a high-pressure job.
#Person2#: maybe. I haven't been able to keep my food down either. That's unusual.
#Person1#: well. I'm sure the doctor will be able to prescribe something to make you well again. Dr. Jameson is very good.
#Person2#: yes, he is. I'Ve make an appointment for 10 o'clock, so I'd better move along.
#Person1#: OK. Hope you feel better soon. You should take it easy. I'm sure the doctor will prescribe rest, you know.",#Person2# feels exhausted and loses appetite. #Person1# cares about #Person2# and hopes #Person2# to become better soon.
"#Person1#: I would like to exchange Chinese money into German currency please.
#Person2#: Certainly. How much will you be exchanging today?
#Person1#: How about 50, 000 RIB. Would that be a problem?
#Person2#: That's a hefty amount. But that should have no problem at all. You should be aware that there is a ten-percent service charge, though.
#Person1#: Ten percent! Now that's hefty!
#Person2#: Wait a minute. . . do you have an account with us?
#Person1#: Yes I do; here is my account number.
#Person2#: For members, there is a small transaction charge, but it's only 5 dollars per transaction. Any particular denomination?
#Person1#: 3, 000 marks in hundreds and the rest in tens and twenty's, please.
#Person2#: Here you are Mr. Lee. Will there be anything else?",#Person2# helps Mr. Lee exchange Chinese currency into German currency. Mr. Lee pays a small transaction charge for this service.
"#Person1#: Have you begun cleaning up that room of yours?
#Person2#: I haven't started yet, but I will.
#Person1#: What time are you going to clean it up?
#Person2#: I'm planning on cleaning it up a little later.
#Person1#: I told you to clean it up earlier.
#Person2#: I know. I am still going to clean it up.
#Person1#: Make sure you vacuum and dust your room.
#Person2#: I won't forget.
#Person1#: I don't want you to leave until you clean up.
#Person2#: My plans aren't until later, so I'll clean it before I go.",#Person1# urges #Person2# to clean up the room as soon as possible.
"#Person1#: Harry, let's play some ping-pong today.
#Person2#: I'd love to play a set or two, but my right arm hurts. I've decided to stop playing ping-pong until it feels better.
#Person1#: Well, how about going skating?
#Person2#: I'd like to, but my knee hurts, too.
#Person1#: Harry, stop making excuses! You're just lazy.
#Person2#: No, I'm not! You know, there's a basketball match on TV today. Let's just stay home and watch it.
#Person1#: OK. You stay, and I'll play with Helen.",#Person1# invites Harry to play ping-pong or go skating but Harry is lazy and makes excuses.
"#Person1#: Is it true that you don't swim at all now?
#Person2#: I'm afraid so. I'm too old.
#Person1#: But you are only 20.
#Person2#: That's too old for a swimmer. If I swam in an international competition now, I wouldn't win. So I'd rather not swim at all.
#Person1#: But don't you enjoy swimming?
#Person2#: I used to, when I was small. But if you enter for big competitions you have to work very hard. I used to get up at 6 to the pool. I had to train before school, after school and at weekends. I swam thirty-five miles every week!
#Person1#: But you were famous at fifteen. And look at all those cups.
#Person2#: It's true that I have some wonderful memories. Olympics were very exciting. But I missed some important things too. While other girls were playing, I was swimming.",#Person2# tells #Person1# that she doesn't swim now because of age and hard training. She thinks swimming is a wonderful memory for her.
"#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.
"#Person1#: Here comes the Sunday newspaper again.
#Person2#: Can I have the sports section?
#Person1#: Sure, here you are.
#Person2#: Let me check if there's anything exciting next week?
#Person1#: You mean football matches, do you?
#Person2#: Yes. Here it is! There will be a great football match on Monday at the City stadium.
#Person1#: So you'll go and watch it.
#Person2#: Of course. But do you think they will cancel the football match if it rains on Monday?
#Person1#: I think they will.
#Person2#: If they do cancel it, will they have it on Wednesday?
#Person1#: I really can't tell.
#Person2#: I want to make sure about it because I will be out of town on Wednesday. I really can't miss the game.
#Person1#: Why don't you check the weather on the internet?
#Person2#: Good idea. I'll do it right now.",#Person2# checks the football match in the newspaper but is afraid of the match cancellation because of the rain. #Person1# suggests #Person2# check the weather on the Internet.
"#Person1#: This week's program Up Your Street takes you to Harrogate, a small town in Yorkshire. Harrogate became a fashionable resort during Victorian times, when people came to take a bath in the mineral waters. Today, few people come to visit the town for its mineral waters. Instead, Harrogate has become a popular town for people to retire to. Its clean air, attractive parks, and the absence of any industry, make this an ideal spot for people looking for a quiet life. Now, to tell us more about Harrogate, I have with me Tom Percival, President of the Chamber of Commerce. Tom, one of the things visitor notices about Harrogate is the large area of open park land right down into the middle of the town. Can you tell us more about it?
#Person2#: Yes, certainly. The area is called the Stray.
#Person1#: Why the Stray?
#Person2#: It's called that because in the old days, people let their cattle stray on the area, which was common land.
#Person1#: Oh, I see.
#Person2#: Then, we've changes in farming and in land ownership. The Stray became part of the land owned by Harrogate.
#Person1#: And is it protected?
#Person2#: Oh, yes, indeed. As a special law, no one can build anything on the stray. It's protected forever.
#Person1#: So it will always be park land?
#Person2#: That's right. As you can see, some of the Stray is used for sports fields.
#Person1#: I believe it looks lovely in the spring.
#Person2#: Yes, it does. There're spring flowers on the old trees, and people visit the town just to see the flowers.",#Person1# introduces a small town Harrogate. People come for its mineral waters in the past and now this town becomes a place for people to retire to. Then #Person1# invites Tom to introduce a large area of open parkland called the Stray in Harrogate.
"#Person1#: Hi, this is Stephanie. I can't answer the phone right now. I'm away, but feel free to call, leave a message, or text. Alright. Bye.
#Person2#: Uh, hello, uh yeah. Hi, Stephanie, or Steffi. Uh, I can't do this? Oh yeah. Uh. Yes, Stephanie, my name is Ronald, but my friends call me Ron. My parents call me, well, forget about that. Uh, I'm originally from Canada, but I grew in Texas. I'm 24 years old, and uh, I graduated from high school about five years ago, and I'm the manager of an exotic pet shop. We carry all kinds of birds, and snakes, and spiders, and fish. We even have one snake that is about four meters long, but I keep him at home. And oh, yeah. Um, my hobbies. I fish, hunt, and ride horses in my free time. My favorite foods are beef, beef, and beef. I don't eat many vegetables, except potatoes with my beef. And, oh yeah, I sometimes eat apples and beef sometimes. I have two brothers. Both of them live with me because they don't have jobs, and my mom lives with me, and I have three dogs: Brutus, Charlie, and Samantha. Oh, and one more thing. This might seem strange, but I enjoy reading poetry. So, that's about it. I hope to hear from you. You can call me if you want. The number is 789-1350. Yeah, uh, right. Catch later, alligator. Oh, oh, that's so stupid. Uh, oh, Good-bye.","Ronald, the manager of an exotic pet shop, leaves a message when Stephanie cannot answer the phone. He introduces himself, including his birthplace, age, graduation school, vocation, hobbies, favorite foods, family members."
"#Person1#: Tell me, Peter, what makes Harrods so famous?
#Person2#: Well, it's the biggest department store in the UK. And its food hall and the Egyptian hall are very famous. People come to Harrods just to see them.
#Person1#: What is special about the food hall?
#Person2#: It sells many different kinds of food. For example, it has 250 kinds of cheese from all over the world and more than 180 kinds of bread. Customers also love all the different kinds of chocolate. They buy a hundred tons every year.
#Person1#: That's amazing! And why is the Egyptian hall so famous?
#Person2#: Well, when people see it, they feel they are in another world. It looks like in Egyptian building from 4,000 years ago. And it sells beautiful objects. They are not 4,000 years old, of course.
#Person1#: Is it true that Harrods produces its own electricity?
#Person2#: Yes, it does 70%, enough for a small town. To light the outside of the building, we use 11,500 light bulbs.
#Person1#: Really? Tell me, how many customers do you have on an average day? And how much do they spend?
#Person2#: About 30,000 people come on an average day. But during the sales, the number increases to 300,000 customers a day. How much do they spent? Well, on average, customers spend about 1.5 million pounds a day. The record for one day is nine million pounds.
#Person1#: Nine million pounds in one day?
#Person2#: Yes, on the first day of the January sales.
#Person1#: Harrods says it sells everything to everybody, everywhere. Is that really true?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. of course! Absolutely everything!","Peter explains to #Person1# the reasons why the food hall and the Egyptian hall are famous. #Person1# also asks Peter about Harrods' electricity, customer flow and sales daily."
"#Person1#: Hello! 6896443.
#Person2#: Hello! Is that Lucy?
#Person1#: Speaking!
#Person2#: Hi! This is Tom! Can I speak to Lily?
#Person1#: Sorry. She isn't in at the moment. Can I take a message?
#Person2#: Could you please tell her not to wait for me this evening? We planned to go to a party together, but something important came up and I have to rush off. I'll be back in Cairo at the beginning of next week.
#Person1#: Right. I'll tell her. Are you leaving now?
#Person2#: Yes, I leave at half past two. Please give my love to her. Thank you!
#Person1#: You're welcome.
#Person2#: Could you ask her to phone me when she gets in?
#Person1#: Sure. You'd better give me your number.
#Person2#: Yes, it's 13962-72854.
#Person1#: OK. I've recorded it.
#Person2#: Thanks very much indeed. Bye!
#Person1#: Bye!",Tom asks Lucy to tell Lily that he has to leave because of some important things and will be back soon. He also wants a reply call and leaves his number.
"#Person1#: Excuse me, waiter? Waiter! 
#Person2#: Yes, sir? What can I do for you? 
#Person1#: I've been sitting here for the past twenty minutes and no one has offered me a glass of water, brought any bread to the table and our appetizers haven't been served yet! You know, in this kind of establishment, I'd expect much better service. 
#Person2#: I am sorry, sir. I'll check on your order right away. 
#Person3#: Relax honey, the place is busy tonight, but I've heard the food is amazing. Anyway. . . 
#Person2#: Here you are, sir. The foie gras for the lady, and a mushroom soup for you. 
#Person1#: Waiter, I ordered a cream of mushroom soup with asparagus. This soup is obviously too runny, and it's over-seasoned. It's completely inedible! 
#Person2#: Okay, I do apologize for that. Can I bring you another soup, or would you like to order something else? 
#Person1#: Take this foie gras back as well, it's rubbery and completely overcooked. And look at the portion size! How can you charge twenty-five dollars for a sliver of duck liver? 
#Person2#: Right away. . . sir. 
#Person3#: Honey come on! The foie gras was fine, why are you making such a big deal? Are you trying to get our meal comped again? 
#Person1#: What do you mean? We are paying for this. If I'm shelling out my hard earned bucks, I expect value for money! 
#Person2#: Here you are, sir. I hope it is alright now. The chef has prepared it specially for you. 
#Person1#: Yes, fine. 
#Person3#: Honey, are you alright? ","#Person1# complains about the service and the waiting time before the food arrives. After #Person2# serves the dishes, #Person1# complains about the taste of food and #Person2# helps to recook the food. #Person3# comforts #Person1#."
"#Person1#: Alright, tell me what you think. 
#Person2#: Don't you think it's a bit bright? 
#Person1#: Yeah, maybe you're right. How about this outfit? 
#Person2#: This dress looks lovely on you, but it's not very practical, is it? 
#Person1#: No, I don't have any plans to go to a formal dance any time soon, but I love the way it looks. I just had to try it on! What do you think about this? It's casual, yet sophisticated. 
#Person2#: I like the jeans, but you need something to go with the top. It's too plain on its own. 
#Person1#: How about this scarf, these earrings, amd an anklet? 
#Person2#: That might be going overboard a bit. How about just that scarf with a bracelet? 
#Person1#: That's a good idea. You have a lot of good fashion sense. 
#Person2#: Thanks. You'd be ok on your own. There are loads of fashion victims out there, and you are not one of them. Have you tried it on yet? 
#Person1#: Yep. Here it is. What do you think? 
#Person2#: That looks great. Just one more thing---you need some high heels with those jeans. Do you want a pair with a plain pattern or ones with a leopard print on them? 
#Person1#: The leopard print sounds fabulous. Are they a name brand? 
#Person2#: No, they're a Prada knock-off for 1/10 of the price of the real thing. 
#Person1#: That's even better than the real thing. 
#Person2#: If I were you, I'd buy that now while it's on sale. If you spend $100, you get a $50 voucher for more clothes. 
#Person1#: It's too bad I did all that shopping yesterday! ",#Person2# tries on many kinds of different clothes and #Person1# gives comments on the clothes. #Person2# regrets missing the sales discount.
"#Person1#: You have a lovely house, Jack. 
#Person2#: Thank you. But a number of things have been going wrong lately. 
#Person1#: That's too bad. What problems are you having. 
#Person2#: Oh, the whole house needs re-painting for starters. The carpet in the living room is worn out, and I'd like to put in new wall-to-wall carpeting. Last week, I had to call the plumber to fix the toilet. Anyway, all par for the course when you own a house, I guess. I think I am going to hire an interior decorator to look the place over. 
#Person1#: I've studied home decoration as a hobby. Could I make some suggestions? 
#Person2#: Go right ahead. 
#Person1#: Well, I think a crystal chandelier would look great in your living room, and maybe some new drapes for the windows. Also, a grandfather clock would look great in the den. Perhaps you could buy some potted plants for the dining room 
#Person2#: Well, you really do have a talent for this, Alice. Thanks for the suggestions. 
#Person1#: You are welcome, Jack. Glad to be of help. ",Things in Jack's house have been going wrong lately and Jack wants to hire an interior decorator. Alice gives him some suggestions for home decoration.
"#Person1#: I'll be away for a moment. 
#Person2#: Yes? Anything I can do for you? 
#Person1#: Look! I'v been watching that man down in the street. He keeps peeping into the shop. Keep your eyes skinned for that guy, will you? 
#Person2#: Ok. ",#Person1# warns #Person2# to keep eyes skinned for the guy peeping into the shop.
"#Person1#: I would love to be famous and have thousands of adoring fans. 
#Person2#: Really? I'm not sure that I would like all the attention. There have been numerous cases of paparazzi interfering with star's private live in recent years. 
#Person1#: I love being photographed! If I were famous, I'd do interviews for all the top magazines, like cosmo and elle. 
#Person2#: I wouldn't mind having my photo taken a few times or being interviewed once or twice, but it would get tedious after a while. Imagzine the things the gossip columnists would write about you. 
#Person1#: no-one really believes gossip columnists. 
#Person2#: I think you'll find that many people believe what they read in gossip columns. You'd also have to be very careful about every word you said. If you appeared on a chat show and said something silly, it would be reported in all the newspapers and magazines. 
#Person1#: I think you're right about that. I'd need a good manager to be my spokesperson. I could do a lot of charity work, which would help a lot of people. 
#Person2#: That's a great idea. Which charities would you support? 
#Person1#: I love children, as you know, so probably a children's charity. 
#Person2#: You'd have to remember that anything you said or did might reflect on the charity, so you'd really need to be very careful. Anyway, I'd be the first to buy your posters and I'd attend your first book-singing when you wrote your autobiography. 
#Person1#: Thanks, but actually I was hoping I could ask you to write my biography. ","#Person1# would love to be famous because #Person1# loves being photographed and doing interviews and could do children's charity work then. But #Person2# isn't sure whether to do that because a famous person has to pay attention to gossip and words. #Person2# will support #Person1#, but #Person1# wants #Person2# to write a biography for #Person1#."
"#Person1#: Hey, Sarah. This year I'm going to the rock festival for all three days.
#Person2#: Oh, lucky you, Leo. Are you going with your cousin again?
#Person1#: Not this year. My brother has promised at take me there now. My sister is too busy with her college work.
#Person2#: How will you get there?
#Person1#: We want to drive but dad said no and it's too far from the city for us to cycle there. But there are special buses so we'll use those.
#Person2#: What do you have to take with you?
#Person1#: Just a tent in clothes really. We'll need lots of water but we'll buy that an all our meals there. Hey, come with us.
#Person2#: Maybe I will.",Leo tells Sarah he will take special buses to the rock festival with his brother. He invites Sarah to go together and Sarah says maybe she will.
"#Person1#: Sir, the plane will be landing in Moscow in 20 minutes. Please remain seated.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. I just wanted to get something to drink. I'm so thirsty, can you bring me a glass of water?
#Person1#: Sure, I'll be back with it in just a minute. Please wait for a moment.
#Person2#: Thank you very much, by the way, what's the weather like in Moscow now?
#Person1#: It's very cold. You should probably put on your coat before you get off the plane.
#Person2#: Thanks for reminding me.
#Person1#: You're welcome.",#Person1# tells #Person2# to remain seated. #Person2# asks for water and asks #Person1# about the weather in Moscow.
"#Person1#: This is the last Department, we have in your price range, and it is by far the nicest of the 3:00. You can see it has a great view over the city, and it is a good price, considering its place.
#Person2#: Wow, that's a great view over the harbor.
#Person1#: Isn't it? And it's got everything. Washing machine, dryer, dishwasher. You name it.
#Person2#: Hum, I wonder how I would get my furniture all the way up to the thirteenth floor, though.
#Person1#: There is an elevator for that.
#Person2#: Ok, what about the bills?
#Person1#: Heating and water are included in the rent. Although electricity, cable TV and internet access are not. Rent is $3000 per month.
#Person2#: Alright, the first place we looked at included everything, correct? The basement suite?
#Person1#: Yes, although prices are a little different outside the city, that's why it's $1600 cheaper.
#Person2#: I see, and the studio that was $2000 a month, right?
#Person1#: Yes, but I seem to remember you saying, you were worried about the noise at night, due to all the bars close by.
#Person2#: True, well, I have a lot to think about. Thank you for your time.","#Person1# is showing #Person2# departments. In the last department, #Person2# asks about the bills, infrastructure, prices, etc. and tells #Person1# #Person2# will think about a lot."
"#Person1#: Mom, I've finished my homework! How can I help with the washing up?
#Person2#: Could you peel the onions, wash them and then chop them?
#Person1#: Sure. Then what can I do after I finish it?
#Person2#: Let me see. Wash the cabbage over there.
#Person1#: Got it. Why are you doing so much food today?
#Person2#: It's your brother's birthday today.
#Person1#: Oh, I really forgot it. I thought it's Monday today. I have spent one day slower than you!
#Person2#: Yeah, how forgetful you are. Be careful! Don't cut your fingers.
#Person1#: I will.",#Person1# has finished the homework and helps Mom with the preparation for #Person1#'s brother's birthday.
"#Person1#: Here we go. Now, Terry, you were saying that you went from Vancouver to San Diego. How many days did that take?
#Person2#: Um, the total trip took 42 days but that included one day on the bus up and then one day on the bus back.
#Person1#: That is so cool, so first you have your bike in your hometown and you put your bike on the bus and you took the bus to Vancouver.
#Person2#: Right. Yeah, you had to put your bike in a bicycle box.
#Person1#: You are carrying everything you have with you so you need to take care of your bicycle.
#Person2#: Yes, I can stop and bicycle shops along the way but I also need to maintain my bicycle by myself if I can't find anyone to help.
#Person1#: OK. So when you are taking a trip what tools do you need to take with you to take care of your bicycle?
#Person2#: Oh, just some basic tools and 2 or 3 tires.
#Person1#: That's cool. Thank you Terry.","Terry tells #Person1# how he went from Vancouver to San Diego, the time he took and what tools he needs to take to take care of his bicycle."
"#Person1#: Hotlines are very common in today's life. Do you think so?
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: Most of them are about amusement, in my opinion. But some of them are very important in our daily life.
#Person2#: Is that true?
#Person1#: Certainly. A free hotline offering help to teenagers, was opened in Nanjing.
#Person2#: Can you tell me something more about it?
#Person1#: It is the first part of the national hotline system to help to protect teens' rights. Young people who have psychological problems or questions on legal issues, can call for help. More than 100 experts are ready to offer help.
#Person2#: Then... what is the telephone number?
#Person1#: Call 961961, if you are in Nanjing. And 025961961, if you are outside.
#Person2#: Oh, it will be a help to teenagers.","#Person1# and #Person2# are talking about hotlines nowadays. Then #Person1# tells #Person2# a hotline, opened in Nanjing, offers help to teenagers who have psychological problems or questions on legal issues."
"#Person1#: What shall we do tonight?
#Person2#: How about the cinema?
#Person1#: That's a good idea. We haven't seen a film for ages. What would you like to see?
#Person2#: Oh I don't know. Titanic?
#Person1#: Titanic? That old film? but I've seen it before!",#Person1# and #Person2# are going to the cinema tonight.
"#Person1#: This website offers very convenient air tickets booking service. It is quick and accurate.
#Person2#: Yes, I once booked there. They give the immediate confirm information and flight information to both your mobile phone and e-mail. You can conveniently pay by credit card, so the whole transaction only takes a couple of minutes. They also provide e-tickets, meaning you don ' t need to go to any office to pick an air ticket. You go to the airport directly and check in with your ID card.
#Person1#: So it has attracted more and more customers these days.
#Person2#: Yes, therefore they are expanding the scope of their service. For example, hotels can be booked through the same site as well.",#Person1# and #Person2# are talking about a website that offers convenient air tickets booking service and are expanding the scope of service.
"#Person1#: How many pieces of luggage would you like to check in, sir?
#Person2#: Three bags and a suitcase. This is my luggage to check.
#Person1#: Do you have any carry-on luggage?
#Person2#: No.
#Person1#: Put your luggage on the scale, please. Oh, your luggage is overweight.
#Person2#: How much is the excess baggage part charge?
#Person1#: Twenty-two dollars
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: This is your voucher, and you can get your luggage back on this. Have a good trip!
#Person2#: Thank you!",#Person1# helps #Person2# check in and asks #Person2# to pay for excess baggage.
"#Person1#: You look happy.
#Person2#: I am happy. I just bought a new car.
#Person1#: Wow! Is it a good car?
#Person2#: It's a great car. It's very comfortable and it goes really fast.
#Person1#: Was it expensive?
#Person2#: Put it this way, it wasn't cheap.
#Person1#: What colour is it?
#Person2#: It's red and black.",#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# bought a new comfortable car.
"#Person1#: Could you come and help me mend the computer, Neel?
#Person2#: What's wrong with it?
#Person1#: I can't log on the internet again.
#Person2#: Let me see. Did you change anything on your computer?
#Person1#: No, never.
#Person2#: What kind of anti-virus software do you use?
#Person1#: I don't have this kind of software.
#Person2#: Are you riding? You have to install an anti-virus software on your computer. If not, you will be attacked by viruses, and it can lead your computer into failure.",#Person1# can't log on the Internet and asks Neil for help. Neil's surprised #Person1# doesn't have any anti-virus software.
"#Person1#: Hi, Anna. I haven't seen you for ages. Where have you been?
#Person2#: I'Ve been away on holidays for sometime.
#Person1#: No wonder I haven't seen you recently. Where did you spend your holidays?
#Person2#: I went with my husband. Our first stop was Bangkok. We stayed there for 5 days. Then we flew to Hong Kong, stopover for 3 days. Our last stop was China. We visited the Great Wall.
#Person1#: You must have a wonderful time.
#Person2#: Yes. We enjoyed ourselves very much. Have you traveled much, Luke?
#Person1#: No, my wife doesn't like traveling. We haven't been traveling for more than ten years. The first time we traveled together was in 1978 when we just got married. We spent our honeymoon in the Alps.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Yeah. Some people like traveling, some don't. My husband didn't like traveling at first, either. He said what's the use of traveling? A waste of money and a waste of time. At last I got him on the move. After all, he loved me. We went to Bali, Indonesia, one of the most beautiful places in the world. That trip left a very deep impression on him. Since then whenever we have holidays and money, we'd like to patronize the travel agency. Isn't it a bit dull to shut yourself at one place all your life?","Anna went to Bangkok, Hong Kong and China with her husband, while Luke hasn't traveled for long because his wife doesn't like traveling. Anna's husband doesn't like traveling at first but then the trips left a deep impression on him so he loves traveling now."
"#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.
"#Person1#: Hi, Francis.
#Person2#: Oh, Mike. How are you doing?
#Person1#: Not bad. It seems you are super yogurt lover. You have so many in your cart.
#Person2#: Well, I prefer yogurt to all the other drinks. Have you ever tried a kind of yogurt with old milk in it? It tastes great and very healthy too.
#Person1#: Oh, I haven't noticed that before. Maybe I will try next time.
#Person2#: Why don't you go ahead of me? I have more items than you.
#Person1#: Thank you. In fact, I am in a hurry. My wife is waiting for me at the parking lot.
#Person2#: You're welcome. It was good seeing you again.
#Person1#: Me too. Have a great day.",Mike and Francis are shopping. Mike finds Francis is a yogurt lover and Francis lets Mike go ahead of him because Mike has more items.
"#Person1#: I always think everybody looks down on me
#Person2#: Don't be that negative.
#Person1#: How can you be optimistic? You can see it in their eyes.
#Person2#: I find it there is no meaning in living this world.
#Person1#: Don't be that negative.
#Person2#: Really, life is so boring.",#Person1# thinks negatively and #Person2# comforts #Person1#.
"#Person1#: You're new here, right?
#Person2#: Yes, I am new.
#Person1#: Is this your first semester?
#Person2#: I just transferred from another school.
#Person1#: What school did you transfer from?
#Person2#: I came here from PCC.
#Person1#: Do you like it here so far?
#Person2#: I am really enjoying it here so far.
#Person1#: Which is better, here or PCC?
#Person2#: I think PCC is a lot better than here.
#Person1#: Why didn't you just stay at PCC?
#Person2#: I graduated and now want to get a BA.","#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# transferred from PCC because #Person2# graduated, but #Person2# still thinks PCC is better."
"#Person1#: But his wife has wide relations. You may ask her for advice.
#Person2#: Stop talking about her. She gives me goose bumps. I never wish to be in her sight.
#Person1#: She is pretty. Many men praise her highly.
#Person2#: Many people, many tastes. She looks pretty, but the way she speaks gives you goose bumps. I feel sick of it.",#Person1# advises #Person2# to ask his wife for help but #Person2#'s sick of the way she speaks.
"#Person1#: I've heard of ground-level ozone but can you explain what it is exactly?
#Person2#: Yes, it's one of the main air pollutants. Factories don't emit it directly into the air. It's actually formed when nitrogen oxides and VOC emissions come into contact with heat and sunlight.
#Person1#: Sorry? What does VOC stand for?
#Person2#: Oh, Vous are'volatile organic compounds'. That's a technical term for solvents or other chemicals found in things like paint.
#Person1#: So, what damage does ozone do to the environment?
#Person2#: Well, it can cause smog, which can affect people's health - especially people with breathing difficulties.","#Person2# explains to #Person1# that the ozone is an air pollutant and ozone causes smog, which affects people's health."
"#Person1#: how was your education going on in Australia?
#Person2#: I'm going to graduate this summer.
#Person1#: where are you going to work then, in Australia or back in China?
#Person2#: I'm planning to return to China after graduation.
#Person1#: why are you choosing to leave a foreign country? Many people are reluctant to leave the superior living environment abroad.
#Person2#: well, I think personal development is much more important than simply having a superior living environment.
#Person1#: yeah, China's developing so fast and development opportunities can be found almost in every corner of the country.
#Person2#: absolutely, many Chinese enterprises are going global, and they are in great need of excellent returnees to help them with their overseas business.
#Person1#: the rapidly expanding economy has encouraged many students to pack their bags AMD head for home.
#Person2#: that's right. Most of the Chinese students pursuing higher education in Australia intend to return to China.",#Person2# plans to return to China after graduation. #Person1# thinks China's developing fast and has many opportunities. #Person2# agrees and tells that many Chinese students intend to return to China.
"#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.",Millie tells Kate she recognizes Karen and Conrad who is Karen's fourth or fifth husband. Kate's surprised Karen doesn't look old at all.
"#Person1#: You know that this job requires frequent business travel. Can you accept it?
#Person2#: Yes, I can.
#Person1#: Mostly short business trips, but sometimes long ones are also needed.
#Person2#: Then how about the expenses during the trips?
#Person1#: The company will pay all the expenses.
#Person2#: Would you tell me where we often travel?
#Person1#: Usually Shanghai, Qingdao, Hong Kong and so on.
#Person2#: It's great! I like these places.
#Person1#: And you need to go abroad once in a while. Can you?
#Person2#: Yes, I can.
#Person1#: After the business trip, you could apply for reimbursement of all the expenses, such as passage money and accommodation charges and so on.
#Person2#: I see.
#Person1#: You can take a break for one or two weeks after you have a business trip every time, which depends on the circumstances.
#Person2#: OK. Thank you very much for telling me all these things.",#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# can accept frequent business travels. #Person1# says #Person2# can apply for reimbursement of all the expenses and take breaks after each trip depending on the circumstances.
"#Person1#: What are you doing?
#Person2#: What am I doing? What am I doing? Don't you know what day it is?
#Person1#: Mumm. no.
#Person2#: It's only the day when the world's biggest sporting event is kicking off.
#Person1#: What?
#Person2#: The World Cup! The first match is today! It's Mexico vs. South Africa! It's going to be a really good match! Both teams have a very strong offense and have skilled players. I think that South Africa will probably dominate the first half since they are the host country, and all.
#Person1#: I have no idea what you're talking about. The only sporting event we watch at home is the Super Bowl.
#Person2#: This is bigger than the Super Bowl, man! Teams from 32 countries compete against each other every four years and fight to win that trophy. They first start in a group stage with bigger groups, each group having 4 teams. The top 2 teams pass on to an elimination stage before going on to the quarter final sand semifinals.
#Person1#: Sounds interesting, but soccer doesn't really appeal to me.
#Person2#: Are you kidding? Over seven hundred million people watched the final match of the World Cup! It's a very exciting and nerve wracking sport! Each nation is cheering on their team, hoping they will become the next champion. So far Brazil is the team with the most titles under their belt ; they're really good!
#Person1#: All I know about soccer is that you can't use your hands and that players are always falling down, trying to get a free kick or penalty kick. It seems like a sissy sport to me!
#Person2#: Whatever dude, I'm going to go watch the opening match.","#Person2# tells #Person1# the World Cup is kicking off. The first match is Mexico vs. South Africa and #Person2# thinks it'll be good. But #Person1# only knows the Super Bowl. #Person2# says the World Cup is bigger than it, where teams compete against each other every four years. But #Person1#'s not interested in soccer."
"#Person1#: Hello. Can I talk to Miss Li, please?
#Person2#: I beg you pardon? Miss who?
#Person1#: Miss Li. Li Lin.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, but I don't know that name. You must have the wrong number.
#Person1#: Come on. I know Li Lin is there. Let me talk to her.
#Person2#: Sorry. There's no one named Li Lin here. Are you sure you have the right name?
#Person1#: Sure.
#Person2#: What number are you trying to dial?
#Person1#: It's 423-6681. Isn't it right?
#Person2#: No. It isn't. It's 423-6631.
#Person1#: I'm sorry to have bothered you.
#Person2#: No problem.",#Person1# calls to speak to Miss Li Lin but #Person2# says #Person1# dialed the wrong number.
"#Person1#: Good morning, sir. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, thank you. I want to get a handbag.
#Person1#: Do you want it for yourself or for your girlfriend?
#Person2#: No, I have no girlfriend.
#Person1#: Please excuse me for what I said just now. What do you think of this one?
#Person2#: I am afraid it is too big.
#Person1#: Sorry. It is the smallest size we have.
#Person2#: Too bad. But, is there any other leather store nearby?
#Person1#: Oh, yes. There is a big one at the right corner of the street. Perhaps you will get one there.
#Person2#: I hope so. Thanks.",#Person1# recommends a handbag to #Person2# but it's too big. #Person1# shows #Person2# another leather store and #Person2#'ll go there.
"#Person1#: Excuse me!
#Person2#: Yes. Can I help you?
#Person1#: We're ready to order. A cup of coffee for me, and a glass of oranges for her.
#Person2#: Yes, how would you like your coffee?
#Person1#: Just black coffee. Do you serve anything else besides drinks, say cake.
#Person2#: We also serve sandwiches and cakes.
#Person1#: Give me two pieces of cake.","#Person2# helps #Person1# order coffee, orange juice and cake."
"#Person1#: Thank you for purchasing your new mattress with us.
#Person2#: No, thank you.
#Person1#: Would you like us to deliver the mattress for you?
#Person2#: That would be great.
#Person1#: When do you want it delivered?
#Person2#: I need it delivered tomorrow. Will that be possible?
#Person1#: What time exactly?
#Person2#: I need it delivered at 12.
#Person1#: We can have it to you at that time.
#Person2#: That's not a problem?
#Person1#: We will deliver your mattress tomorrow at 12 o'clock.
#Person2#: That's great! Thank you very much.",#Person1#'ll deliver the mattress to #Person2# at 12 tomorrow. #Person2# thinks it's great.
"#Person1#: Wake up, Mary.
#Person2#: What is it? It's eight in the morning.
#Person1#: We're all going to church. Do you want to come?
#Person2#: No. I'm not a religious person.
#Person1#: Are you sure?
#Person2#: Maybe next weekend. I went to bed too late last night.
#Person1#: Okay, then. We'll be back around noon.
#Person2#: Alright.","#Person1# invites Mary to go to church, but Mary refuses."
"#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: Yes, I made a reservation for 3 days for April 3rd to 6th, and my name is Sara.
#Person1#: Yes, what's the problem?
#Person2#: Well, I want to extend it for 2 more nights.
#Person1#: So you will stay until 9th?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: OK, we'll make the correction for you.
#Person2#: Thank you.",#Person1# helps #Person2# extend the reservation for 2 more nights.
"#Person1#: Hi, Mr. Adams?
#Person2#: Ah, Yes. You must be Kelly. Thanks for coming.
#Person1#: Here's my card.
#Person2#: Oh, the entrepreneurial spirit. It hard to find a good babysitter on a Friday night.
#Person1#: Well, I like watching kids, and I need the extra money.
#Person2#: Well, I heard you were one of the best and most affordable babysitters in the area, and ...
#Person1#: Uh, well, I'd like to talk to you about my new rate increases.
#Person2#: Rate increases?
#Person1#: You see, Mr. Adams. I've consulted with my financial advisor [What?]. Uh, my mother, and she says I should charge more per child since I do cook and clean your house while you're away.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. So, what do you have in mind?
#Person1#: Well, as I see it, I'd like to ask a dollar more per child per hour, and overtime after midnight. Based on my calculations, that's only 10.23% above the going market, and I'm now a certified babysitter with training in CPR.
#Person2#: Oh, I never knew there were courses and certifications in babysitting.
#Person1#: Times are changing, Mr. Adams. I have to figure in expenses for a benefits package to cover college tuition, retirement, and my stock portfolio. Well, I tell my dad what to do.
#Person2#: Ah now, you're pulling my leg. I mean, how old are you anyway?
#Person1#: Old enough to be a tough negotiator.",Mr. Adams has heard that Kelly was one of the best and most affordable babysitters in the area but Kelly asks for a rate increase. Kelly wants 10.23% above the going market since she's an experienced and certified babysitter.
"#Person1#: How much are the carnations and the roses?
#Person2#: One dollar for each carnation and one and a half for each red rose.
#Person1#: Then I'd like a dozen red carnations and half a dozen red roses.
#Person2#: I bet it's for your mother, as it's Mother's Day today.
#Person1#: Well, not completely true. It happens to he her birthday.
#Person2#: Oh, really? I guess she must be very happy to receive these beautiful carnations from you.
#Person1#: Yeah, she will. She really likes flowers. So I buy her some every year. I'd just wish they would stay fresh longer than they do.
#Person2#: Put a little sugar and vitamin C in the water. They'll stay fresh for days.
#Person1#: Really? I'll tell my mother. And thanks for your suggestion.
#Person2#: That's all right. Happy birthday to your mother!",#Person1# buys carnations and roses because it's Mother's Day and also #Person1#'s Mom's birthday. #Person2# suggests putting sugar and vitamin C in the water to make flowers stay fresh.
"#Person1#: Your room is on the 6th floor so we'll take the lift up.
#Person2#: The lift is very quick and I feel hardly any movements.
#Person1#: These modem lifts are a great improvement compared to the old ones. By the way, have you got the key to the room?
#Person2#: Yes, I'll just unlock the door.
#Person1#: Well, what do you think of the room?
#Person2#: It's very pleasant indeed, and it's also cool. I love the color scheme.
#Person1#: White and blue are cool colors, and of course, the room is air-conditioned.
#Person2#: There is plenty of hanging space in these built-in wardrobes. In fact, there is more than I need.
#Person1#: Perhaps you'll need it after you have bought some new clothes here.","#Person2# thinks the lift is quick and the room is pleasant, but there's much hanging space. #Person1# says #Person2#'ll need it after buying clothes."
"#Person1#: Good evening and welcome to tonight's edition of Legendary Lives. Our subject this evening is James Dean, actor and hero for the young people of his time. Edward Murray is the author of a new biography of Dean. Good evening, Edward.
#Person2#: Hello Tina.
#Person1#: Edward, tell us what you know about Dean's early life.
#Person2#: He was born in Indiana in 1931, but his parents moved to California when he was five. He wasn't there long though because his mother passed away just four years later. Jimmy's father sent him back to Indiana after that to live with his aunt.
#Person1#: So how did he get into acting?
#Person2#: Well, first he acted in plays at high school, then he went to college in California where he got seriously into acting. In 1951 he moved to New York to do more stage acting.
#Person1#: Then when did his movie career really start?
#Person2#: 1955. His first starring role was in East of Eden. It was fabulous. Dean became a huge success. But the movie that really made him famous was his second one, Rebel Without a Cause, that was about teenagers who felt like they didn't fit into society.
#Person1#: So how many more movies did he make?
#Person2#: Just one more, then he died in that car crash in California in 1955.
#Person1#: What a tragedy! He only made three movies! So what made him the legend he still is today?
#Person2#: Well I guess his looks, his acting ability, his short life, and maybe the type of character he played in his movies. Many young people saw him as a symbol of American youths.",Tina invites Edward to introduce Dean. Edward says Dean first acted in plays at high school and then did more stage acting. His first role was fabulous but people got to know him from his second one. Dean died in 1955 with only three movies. Tina thinks his death is a tragedy.
"#Person1#: Lily, don't you think the scholarship from New York University is something great? Why did you decline this offer?
#Person2#: I do realize the value of the scholarship. But, if I could explain, my mother doesn't want me to go overseas.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: You know, I'm the only child in the family. My mother will be living alone most of the time for three years in my absence. She cannot even think of it.
#Person1#: Nobody to take care of her?
#Person2#: My father travels a lot to many countries and he is doing business in Dubai now. I have to do a lot for my mom at home.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. You are very considerate.",Lily tells #Person1# she declines the scholarship from NYU because her dad travels a lot and she has to take care of her mom.
"#Person1#: Would you help me for a minute,please?
#Person2#: Of course. What do you want me to do?
#Person1#: Could you hold these packages while I look for the key to the door?
#Person2#: I'd be glad to. What's in these packages? They're extremely heavy.
#Person1#: Just the things we need for the picnic tomorrow.
#Person2#: Well, hurry up and open the door. I told you these things were very heavy.
#Person1#: I can't find the key. You must have it.
#Person2#: You're right, but how can I get the key while I'm holding all these packages?",#Person1# asks #Person2# to hold the packages so that #Person1# can look for the key. Then #Person1# thinks #Person2# has the key.
"#Person1#: Dad. You love me, don't you?
#Person2#: Of course, I do. Why do you ask ... Ah, what's on your mind?
#Person1#: Well, I saw this great offer for a free cell phone here in the newspaper, and ...
#Person2#: Free? Nothing's ever free.
#Person1#: Well, the phone is free ... after a $50 mail-in rebate.
#Person2#: Ah, so that's the catch. And why do you need a cell phone anyway?
#Person1#: Dad. All my friends have one, and I can use it to call you in case the car breaks down.
#Person2#: Ah, I don't know. There are always so many fees.
#Person1#: But the monthly charge for this service is only $29.99, with 1,000 free weekday minutes nationwide, and unlimited weekend minutes. Plus, unlimited, anytime minutes for anyone using the same service.
#Person2#: I don't know.
#Person1#: And you can roll over the extra minutes to the next month instead of just losing them. What do you think of that?
#Person2#: Yeah, but what is the term of the service agreement?
#Person1#: It's only for six months.
#Person2#: But what if you cancel early?
#Person1#: Um ... Ah, there's a cancellation fee of $200, but with ...
#Person2#: Two hundred bucks!
#Person1#: Yeah, but you won't have to worry about me while I'm driving the new car.
#Person2#: New car? What new car?
#Person1#: The new car you'll need to buy so I can use the cell phone. I mean, what's it gonna look like if I'm using a cell phone in our old lemon.
#Person2#: Teenagers. What'll they think of next?",#Person1# asks Dad to buy #Person1# a new cell phone. #Person1# tells #Person2# the reason is all the friends have one and #Person1# can use it while #Person1#'s driving the new car. #Person2# feels ridiculous about #Person1#'s requirements for a new cell phone as well as a new car.
"#Person1#: Nice and warm again, isn't it? 
#Person2#: Oh, it's lovely. Think of the nasty weather we had last week. 
#Person1#: How are you these days? 
#Person2#: Fine, thank you. And you? 
#Person1#: Fine today, though a bit under the weather last week. ",#Person1# and #Person2# think the weather is lovely and they're fine.
"#Person1#: What kind of music do you like listening to? 
#Person2#: I like music that has a fast beat and is lively, like dance music. You know, I go to a disco almost every week. Sometimes it's too loud though. You prefer classical music, don't you? 
#Person1#: Yes, I do. I find it very relaxing. I often listen to Mozart or Bach in the evening after a hard day at work. 
#Person2#: I must admit that I like several pieces of classical music. It's certainly more sophisticated that modern dance music. 
#Person1#: Classical music is supposed to be good for you brain. Research suggest that it makes your brain more active. Students who listen to classical music while studying perform better. 
#Person2#: Really? Perhaps I should listen to classical music often. I heard that listening to classical music is helpful in reducing stress. 
#Person1#: Yes. That's why I listen to it in the evenings. I usually play it as background music while I'm cooking or doing other housework. 
#Person2#: I've got a few classical music CD's. I should follow your lead and increase my brian power. 
#Person1#: You can find plenty of recording on the internet too. You can listen to samples and then buy them very cheaply if you like them. 
#Person2#: That's a good idea. You should do the same with some music. You might find something you like. Classical music might make you clever, but dance might make you livelier and happier. 
#Person1#: That's true. There's clear evidence that people who listen to lively music are lively people. Music can influence a person's feeling and character. ","#Person2# likes dance music, while #Person1# prefers classic music. #Person1# says classic music is good for the brain and #Person2# says dance music also makes people livelier and happier. #Person1# advises #Person2# to listen to the samples on the Internet and buy cheap ones."
"#Person1#: Did you happen to bring that book that we were talking about yesterday? 
#Person2#: I did. Let me go get it for you. Here you go. 
#Person1#: Thanks so much. 
#Person2#: I like the way that the gifts I get increasingly more lavish. 
#Person1#: I had no idea that there were specific things that should be given on different anniversaries. 
#Person2#: So what does it say you should give your wife this first anniversary? 
#Person1#: It says that traditionally, give something made of paper. 
#Person2#: I can think of two things made of paper stationery and money. ",#Person2# brings #Person1# the book. #Person1# suggests giving the wife something made of paper but #Person2# only thinks of stationery and money.
"#Person1#: I will try. 
#Person2#: Who is that man in the aisle? 
#Person1#: Oh, he is coming to check tickets. We have to show him our tickets. 
#Person3#: Tickets, please. You are on the wrong train, ladies. These tickets are for the express train. 
#Person2#: The express train? 
#Person3#: Yes. The train you are on is the local train. The local train stops at every station. 
#Person2#: Oh, no! We want to get to Dorsett. Where are we going on this train? 
#Person3#: You are going to Dorsett on this train too. But it will take longer. The express train goes straight to Dorsett without stopping. This train is the local train. It stops at every station. 
#Person1#: When will we get to Dorsett then? 
#Person3#: In about two hours. 
#Person1#: That isn't bad. I don't mind at all. We are enjoying the view of the countryside. 
#Person3#: It's alright this time. I won't make you buy two new tickets. I will just waive your fees as you are on the wrong train. But next time, please be sure you are on the right train.
#Person2#: We will read the signs more carefully next time. Thank you. ",#Person3# checks #Person1# and #Person2#'s tickets and finds they are on the wrong train. Their tickets are for the express train but it's a local train. They think it's fine and #Person3# waives their fees for this train.
"#Person1#: I'll need a parking permit for next semester. 
#Person2#: Do you attend school during the day or only at night? 
#Person1#: I only attend class part-time in the evenings. 
#Person2#: Do you drive a motorcycle or an automobile? 
#Person1#: I have both, but I usually use my car to get to school. 
#Person2#: Great, the price for that permit is thirty dollars; cash, check, or credit card? 
#Person1#: I'll pay cash. 
#Person2#: Do you need to buy a duplicate permit for a second vehicle? 
#Person1#: No, thank you. 
#Person2#: OK, here is your permit; enjoy the next semester. ",#Person2# helps #Person1# buy a parking permit for next semester and #Person1# buys it in cash.
"#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# recommends a Mac computer to #Person1# as #Person1#'s daughter's gift. #Person1# buys it by card.
"#Person1#: Anna, when did the Smiths ask us to get to their house?
#Person2#: By 7:30 PM. There were just 30 minutes to go. Are you ready to go now?
#Person1#: Not yet. Do you know where my blue shirt is? I don't want to go with this brown one.
#Person2#: It's right there in the cupboard with your other shirts. Why isn't Sarah here yet? She said she'd be here by 7:00 PM. Without her taking care of the kids, we can't go to the Smiths tonight.
#Person1#: Don't worry. I'm sure she'll be here any minute now. It takes us just about 20 minutes to get there. We won't be late as long as we leave by 7:10 PM.",#Person1# and Anna will go to the Smiths. Anna's worried they can't go because the babysitter Sarah hasn't arrived yet. #Person1# comforts her.
"#Person1#: Where are you going to take your vacation?
#Person2#: Hawaii.
#Person1#: That sounds like a great place to visit. Is your family going?
#Person2#: Yes, we plan to go mountain climbing, fishing, swimming and windsurfing. But most of all we are planning to relax. My wife is taking a whole bunch of books to read.
#Person1#: Your children must all be excited about it.
#Person2#: Yes, they are. They're counting the days. Are you going to Europe again this summer?
#Person1#: No, not this time. We're going to visit some old friends in Egypt.",#Person2# will go to Hawaii with #Person2#'s family and invites #Person1# to go together. #Person1# refuses.
"#Person1#: Why did you miss work last week? We had to finish the project without you?
#Person2#: I'm sorry about that, Amy. I was very sick.
#Person1#: Oh, yeah? What did you have?
#Person2#: Um, I had the donkey pox, it's a new sickness, not many people have heard of it yet.
#Person1#: Hmm, I think you were just on vacation.",#Person2# explains why #Person2# missed work. But Amy thinks #Person2#'s lying.
"#Person1#: Good morning, Golden Bridge Hotel at your service.
#Person2#: Good morning, I'd like to make a reservation, please. Do you have any rooms available for next week?
#Person1#: Alright, single room or double room?
#Person2#: Double room, please. It's for an American couple.
#Person1#: Hold on, please. Let me check the bookings. Yes, we have double rooms available, what kind of room would you like, Sir?
#Person2#: I'd like a room with a nice view, please?
#Person1#: We have a nice garden view room.
#Person2#: Good, I'll take that one. Is there a bar in your hotel?
#Person1#: Yes, Sir. And there is also a party on each Saturday night in the bar till the next morning.
#Person2#: Party all night? No kidding. Anyway, what's the room charge?
#Person1#: $188. 00 per night, with breakfast, North Pole star buffet. What is their arrival time?
#Person2#: They should turn up around 5:00 PM next Tuesday and then check out next Sunday.
#Person1#: I see, may I have your name and phone number?
#Person2#: Yes, 66301321, Martin.",#Person1# helps Martin make a reservation for a double room with a nice garden view and tells Martin about the price and the bar in the hotel.
"#Person1#: I want a ticket to New York, one way please.
#Person2#: That'll be $285. How would you like to pay?
#Person1#: Credit card. I don't like to pay in cash because it's quite inconvenient.
#Person2#: OK, I see.
#Person1#: Oh, by the way, my doctor advised me not to eat any meat. Last time I had a special salad plate. I'd like to have it again this time.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, I'm not able to do that. Otherwise, we would need 24-hours notice for special meals. Here is your ticket.
#Person1#: Thank you. Oh, my! I forgot to bring my credit card. Let me see. Oh, fortunately there is enough cash in my wallet.",#Person1# wants a ticket to New York and asks for a special salad plate but #Person2# can't offer that. #Person1#'ll pay by cash.
"#Person1#: Isn't this apartment good?
#Person2#: Well, I don't know. I mean, it's OK.
#Person1#: It's so big, so much room. I feel so free here.
#Person2#: It must be cold in winter. Our place's so comfortable and warm.
#Person1#: Oh, John, and the view. Look at the view of the ocean from this window. I feel so relaxed.
#Person2#: Oh God. It makes me seasick. Our place's so much more down to Earth.
#Person1#: Look at this furniture. I like it so much.
#Person2#: You do? I feel like I'm in a museum. It's uncomfortable. Are you supposed to sit in these chairs?
#Person1#: Oh, John. Don't you wish we could live in a place like this?
#Person2#: What's wrong with our place?",#Person1# thinks the apartment is big with a good view and #Person1# likes the furniture. But John thinks the room makes him uncomfortable.
"#Person1#: David, where did you get so many old books?
#Person2#: Some graduates were selling their used books. They were really cheap, so I bought some.
#Person1#: But aren't you leaving China in 2 weeks? How can you finish reading so many books?
#Person2#: I'll take them back to America. I'll continue to improve my Chinese, so they'll be very helpful.
#Person1#: When will you come to China again?
#Person2#: I don't know, maybe several years later or maybe next year, that all depends.
#Person1#: Depends on what?
#Person2#: It depends on whether my mom recover or not. If she is still ill. I cannot leave her to work in China.",David bought some old books and will take them back to America. He tells #Person1# whether he comes to China depends on his mom's health condition.
"#Person1#: Do you like jazz, Bob?
#Person2#: No, not much. Do you like it?
#Person1#: Well, yes, it makes me relaxed. So what kind of music do you like?
#Person2#: I like listening to rock.
#Person1#: Ah, it makes my stomach turn. I just can't get relaxation from it. It just makes too much noise. Then what group do you like best?
#Person2#: Uh, the Cranberry's, I like both their songs and clothing.",#Person1# likes jazz while Bob likes rock from which #Person1# cannot get relaxation.
"#Person1#: Hi Sam, it's 8:00 o'clock now, get up quickly. It's time for breakfast.
#Person2#: I don't really want to get up.
#Person1#: What would you like for breakfast, Sam?
#Person2#: I'm not quite hungry now, let me think for a while. What kind of food do you prepare mom?
#Person1#: Sandwiches, bread and vegetables.
#Person2#: Are they chicken sandwiches or vegetable ones?
#Person1#: Chicken sandwiches.
#Person2#: Great, they're my favorite!
#Person1#: What do you want to drink? Juice or milk?
#Person2#: Milk, please.
#Person1#: Wash your hands before you eat.
#Person2#: Ok, mom, but where's dad?
#Person1#: He's sleeping.
#Person2#: Sleeping? Why? It's 8:00 o'clock already. Dad is too lazy.
#Person1#: No, Sam, he slept rather late last night, because he went to the station to meet his friend. Don't wake him up, let him sleep a little more.
#Person2#: Ok, mom.",Mom wakes up Sam and has prepared his favorite chicken sandwiches. Mom asks Sam not to wake up Dad because he stayed up late last night.
"#Person1#: Police station, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm calling to tell you I found a car. I thought it might be a stolen car.
#Person1#: I see. Where exactly did you find it?
#Person2#: Near the number 8 bridge along the London Road?
#Person1#: Can I know your name and address please?
#Person2#: Henry Roberts. I live at 51 Eaton Road.
#Person1#: What do you do, Mister Roberts?
#Person2#: I'm an engineer at backs at company.
#Person1#: Do you still remember the number of the car?
#Person2#: Yes. the number is BWE 4578.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: It's yellow and nearly new.
#Person1#: When did you find the car?
#Person2#: On Wednesday.
#Person1#: Well, thank you very much, Mister Roberts. We'll investigate it.",Roberts tells the police he found a car and thought it might be a stolen car. The police will investigate it.
"#Person1#: Hello, Barbara. Welcome back. You look great.
#Person2#: Rod, it's lovely to see you again.
#Person1#: How was your trip?
#Person2#: Fun, but tiring. Milan was interesting. It's bigger than I expected, noisier and dirtier too.
#Person1#: And Florence? What did you think of Florence?
#Person2#: Well, I didn't go there. Have you been there?
#Person1#: No, I've never been to Italy. I'd really like to go to Rome. Well, the cars in the car park. Is this all your luggage?
#Person2#: Yes, but the suitcase is very heavy.
#Person1#: Barbara, what's in it? Books or stones?
#Person2#: Just 20 pairs of shoes.",Barbara tells Rod about her trip to Milan. Rod then finds Barbara's suitcase is very heavy.
"#Person1#: Jim, why were you late for school this morning?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, Mrs. Brown.
#Person1#: Did you get up late?
#Person2#: No. I got up at 7:00 o'clock as usual this morning. Then I had breakfast and left home at 7:30.
#Person1#: It only takes you about 20 minutes to walk to school. Why were you late?
#Person2#: Well, on my way to school I saw a boy lying on the street. He had fallen off his bike. I ran to help him and found he was injured.
#Person1#: What did you do?
#Person2#: I took him to the nearest hospital.
#Person1#: You did the right thing, Jim.
#Person2#: Thanks, Mrs. Brown.",Jim was late and he explains to Mrs. Brown he helped an injured boy. Mrs. Brown thinks he did the right thing.
"#Person1#: Hello, madam. How do you like your staying here?
#Person2#: Quite good. Excuse me, are there any places of interest?
#Person1#: Yes, there are so many near our hoteI.Three blocks away from here, there is temple. It's famous for its building and paintings.lt ' s worth visiting.
#Person2#: Thank you. I think today we will go there.",#Person2# asks #Person1# about local places of interest. #Person1# recommends a temple.
"#Person1#: How is the result of your lab test?
#Person2#: When it comes to that, I have a lot to say.
#Person1#: Then say it.
#Person2#: When I went back to my doctor to hear the results of my lab tests, I tried to keep a poker face even though I was scared to death. Then you guess what he said.
#Person1#: That ' s just what I want to know.
#Person2#: He told me the tests were negative and there was nothing wrong with me.",#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# was scared about the result of #Person2#'s lab tests but the doctor told #Person1# there was nothing wrong with #Person1#.
"#Person1#: Sandy, can you help me contact these people?
#Person2#: Sure, what do you want me to tell them?
#Person1#: Well, I need to confirm the time of their classes.
#Person2#: Ok, where can I find their telephone number?
#Person1#: They are all listed here on this sheet of paper.
#Person2#: Is it their home, office or cell phone numbers?
#Person1#: Unless it ' s marked differently, it ' s their home numbers.
#Person2#: Alright. What if I can ' t get a hold of them by phone?
#Person1#: Then, you should e-mail them with the information.
#Person2#: Where can I find their e-mail addresses?
#Person1#: They should have then listed on their resumes.
#Person2#: And if there aren ' t any e-mail addresses?
#Person1#: Then send them a SMS on their cell phone.
#Person2#: Ok. That sounds easy enough. Have you called any of them yet?
#Person1#: Yes. I called the first three people on the list, but they didn ' t pick up.
#Person2#: Did you leave a voice message?
#Person1#: I left a voice message on one---just for the first person on the list.
#Person2#: I see. What did you tell her?
#Person1#: I told her that she should call me back at my office number.
#Person2#: Ok, so, maybe I should call her again.
#Person1#: Yes, that sounds like a good idea. She might not get the other message in time.
#Person2#: One more question. It looks like some of these numbers are long-distance. Do you have a calling card that I can use to get through to them?
#Person1#: Sure. You can use this one. The pin number is written on the back of the card.
#Person2#: Alright. Thanks a lot. Don ' t worry. I ' ll take care of it.
#Person1#: Great work. I ' m off for the weekend! See you on Monday.
#Person2#: See you.","#Person1# requests Sandy to help #Person1# contact some people to confirm the time of their classes. #Person1# tells Sandy the numbers on the sheet are mostly home numbers and if Sandy can't find their e-mail addresses, she can send them SMS. #Person1# has called some people but #Person1# thinks Sandy can call them again. #Person1# gives Sandy the pin number of a call card so that she can call long-distance numbers."
"#Person1#: Hello. This is Dr. Galas Office. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I ' d like to make an appointment with Dr. Galas. Could you arrange it for me?
#Person1#: Sure. Let me check his schedule. How about tomorrow afternoon at 2:30?
#Person2#: I ' m not available tomorrow afternoon. How about tomorrow morning?
#Person1#: I ' m sorry. Dr. Galas is fully engaged tomorrow morning. How about the day after tomorrow at 9:30 in the morning?
#Person2#: That ' s fine. Thanks.
#Person1#: You ' re welcome. Could I have your name and phone number, please?
#Person2#: Certainly. My name is Janet Smith, and my phone number is 610-555-1234.
#Person1#: Very good, Ms. Smith. I have scheduled an appointment for you on Wednesday at 9:30 am.
#Person2#: Thank you very much.
#Person1#: You ' re welcome.",#Person2# phones to make an appointment with Dr. Galas. #Person1# helps to schedule the appointment on Wednesday.
"#Person1#: John hasn't turned up and Stefan is ill. Do we have anyone on stand-by?
#Person2#: I'm afraid not, we're very short-staffed at the moment. Can you ask the shift supervisor to ask one of his team to do some overtime? Perhaps Tommy can stand in for an hour or two until we find a replacement.",#Person1# and #Person2# try to make up for staff shortage. #Person2# suggests letting Tommy stand in.
"#Person1#: I ran it against that fence pole as I crashed. What do you think? Damn, it hurts!
#Person2#: We'll have to get you to a hospital. I can ride you on the back of my bike.
#Person1#: I'm lucky I wasn't killed. I must have been going around forty-five miles an hour. There was too much gravel on that corner. I slid out.
#Person2#: Yes, I almost slid too. Alright. This tourniquet is tight. How does it feel?
#Person1#: Make it tighter. I want the blood stopped. Then wrap some bandages around the cut. Then we can go. Ouch! I hope I can walk.
#Person2#: Alright, I'm twisting it around. You tell me when to stop.
#Person1#: There. Stop!",#Person1# tells #Person2# how #Person1# got injured. #Person1# treats the wound and will send #Person1# to the hospital.
"#Person1#: What do you think of doctor Thomson?
#Person2#: I feel confident of his ability to cure my daughter's disease.
#Person1#: How can you be so sure?
#Person2#: I can tell form the way he spoke to us.
#Person1#: Never believe his words.",#Person2# trusts doctor Thomson's ability while #Person1# doesn't.
"#Person1#: Do you love me?
#Person2#: I'm very fond of you.
#Person1#: Yes, but do you love me?
#Person2#: why? You mean a lot to me.
#Person1#: why didn't you answer my question?
#Person2#: what question?
#Person1#: Do you love me? come on, I'm eager to hear.
#Person2#: you know that I care for you. I---I'm proud of you.
#Person1#: Don't cherish your words, dear.
#Person2#: I---I don't feel like saying it.",#Person1# asks #Person2# whether #Person2# loves #Person1#. #Person2# keeps dodging the question.
"#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.
"#Person1#: Donna, you really shocked everyone at the party last night!
#Person2#: You mean with my performance?
#Person1#: Yes! We have all assumed that you were the quiet, shy type.
#Person2#: I guess everyone has a few secrets up their sleeve.
#Person1#: Where did you learn to sing like that?
#Person2#: I was part of a band in school.
#Person1#: You? Wow. And why don't you ever dress like that at work?
#Person2#: Come on! This is work. Don't you think that would be a little weird?",#Person1# says everyone is shocked at #Person2#'s performance. #Person2# explains #Person2# never dresses like that at work because that's weird.
"#Person1#: I'd like to meet you again sometime.
#Person2#: That would be great. Actually, can I get your phone number, Ella? That's assuming you don't mind if I call you sometime.
#Person1#: Anytime. You can reach me at 5558929.
#Person2#: Ok, got it. I will call you sometime next week.
#Person1#: Fine.
#Person2#: It's time to go. Bye, Ella. Hope to see you soon
#Person1#: Bye, Jason.",Jason asks for Ella's number and will call her sometime next week.
"#Person1#: Hello! How are you.
#Person2#: Not too well! I'm just to the doctor. I haven't been feeling too well over the last few days.
#Person1#: What have you got? A cough? A cold?
#Person2#: That's the funny thing. I don't what's wrong with me. I just feel exhausted.
#Person1#: Perhaps you'Ve been working too hard. You do have a high-pressure job.
#Person2#: Maybe. I haven't been able to keep my food down either. That's unusual.
#Person1#: Well. I'm sure the doctor will be able to prescribe something to make you well again. Dr. Jameson is very good.
#Person2#: Yes, he is. I'Ve make an appointment for 10 o'clock, so I'd better move along.
#Person1#: OK. Hope you feel better soon. You should take it easy. I'm sure the doctor will prescribe rest, you know.",#Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# hasn't been feeling well. #Person2# is going to see a doctor. #Person1# cheers up #Person2#.
"#Person1#: Hey Susan, what are you coming as this year?
#Person2#: Coming as?
#Person1#: Yeah. . . for Halloween! We have a big office party tomorrow evening. There's a prize for best costume!
#Person2#: Um. . . I have to confess, I haven't given it much thought. I'm from China and Halloween really isn't celebrated there.
#Person1#: Really! You don't have some kind of Chinese ghost festival?
#Person2#: Oh. . . Sure. We have an entire month! In traditional Chinese culture, Ghost Month is a period when the door between this world and beyond opens up and ghosts come back to earth for a visit.
#Person1#: Cool! A whole month! What do you do during that month?
#Person2#: Well, people sometimes set off firecrackers, some people burn paper money as an offering and many people go to a temple to burn incense. Mainly though, you need to feed the ghosts because they're hungry.
#Person1#: Feed them?
#Person2#: Yeah. . . we set up tables with food, fruit and drinks and offer that to the hungry ghosts.
#Person1#: And then later everyone eats the food?
#Person2#: Yes! How did you guess that?
#Person1#: It makes sense, right? Who else is going to eat it?
#Person2#: Good Point!
#Person1#: But no dressing up like ghosts, right?
#Person2#: No! So. . . is Halloween essentially the same thing as ghost month?",#Person1# asks Susan about her Halloween costume plan but Susan is from China and doesn't celebrate Halloween. She then tells #Person1# about Chinese ghost festival customs. Susan says China has an entire ghost month and people set off firecrackers and prepare food to feed ghosts.
"#Person1#: I am trying to decide what school to apply to?
#Person2#: Are you thinking about a public school or a private one?
#Person1#: I am not sure. What's the difference between them?
#Person2#: Public schools are usually state funded, whereas private schools usually get their funding elsewhere.
#Person1#: Which is better?
#Person2#: One isn't necessarily better than the other. It depends a lot on the school administration and the teachers.
#Person1#: I hear you have to wear uniforms at private schools.
#Person2#: Yes, sometimes.",#Person2# tells #Person1# the differences between public schools and private schools.
"#Person1#: welcome back! How was your vacation?
#Person2#: it was fantastic, but I'm glad to be back! Being a tourist is really tiring!
#Person1#: where did you end up going?
#Person2#: because it's off-season, we got a really good package deal to Paris, so we went there.
#Person1#: I've always wanted to go to Paris. The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous tourist attractions in the world! Did you go to the top?
#Person2#: that was the first thing we did. I have a few pictures. Do you want to see them?
#Person1#: sure. What's this one a picture of?
#Person2#: oh, that's a picture of me on our fourth day of travelling. I'm standing next to a famous foundation in the centre of the city.
#Person1#: you don't look very happy in that picture.
#Person2#: no, by that time, I was sick of sightseeing. I had had enough of art galleries, cathedrals, fountains, statues, and palaces!
#Person1#: so what did you do?
#Person2#: we spent that afternoon walking around a flea market. We had a few coffees, watched a movie, and went for a swim in the pool at the hotel.
#Person1#: my travel agent always reminds me to plan a day of relaxing for every 3 days of sightseeing. Did you go to the Louvre?
#Person2#: of course! You can't go to Paris without going to their famous art gallery! I was surprised by how small the Mona Lisa was though.
#Person1#: that's what everyone says! I can't wait to see it for myself some day.","#Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s trip to Paris and shows #Person1# some pictures. #Person2# says by the time of one picture, #Person2# was sick of sightseeing but still enjoyed the trip to the art gallery and recommends #Person1# to go. #Person1# feels interested."
"#Person1#: I never understand why these shops have so much liquor.
#Person2#: What do you mean? It's because it's much cheaper to buy liquor duty-free.
#Person1#: But why? Why don't people like to buy shirts duty-free? Or shoes? I just don't understand why it's always liquor.
#Person2#: Well, it's because in most countries liquor has a higher tax on it.
#Person1#: You mean liquor has a higher tax than other things?
#Person2#: Yes, of course. Didn't you know that?
#Person1#: No, I didn't. How high is the tax?
#Person2#: Well, it is different in different countries. But it's because of the high tax that buying liquor duty-free is such a good deal.
#Person1#: Why would the government want to tax liquor so much?
#Person2#: Liquor is considered a luxury item. And also, it is considered as something that isn't very healthy. So if people want to buy it, the government thinks it has the right to tax it.
#Person1#: That's why a lot of people buy cigarettes here too, isn't it?
#Person2#: Of course. Cigarettes are also taxed very heavily.","#Person1# complains to #Person2# that the duty-free shops sell so much liquor. #Person2# explains liquor is considered luxurious and unhealthy so liquor has a higher tax on it, which makes buying liquor duty-free a good deal."
"#Person1#: What did you learn at the workshop you went to yesterday? Do you think it was worth the investment to go?
#Person2#: Yeah, I really got a lot of the session. The workshop topic was resolving personal problems. It was led by a professional human resources director. The teacher had a lot of experience, and I think we were all given a really good base to start with.
#Person1#: The workshop was only one afternoon long, do you really think you can learn that much in only a couple of hours?
#Person2#: It depends on the topic, the teacher, and the way the course is set up. Yesterday, even though we only had a short time to discuss the issues, the workshop got us all thinking. We learned some very basic, but very useful methods of dealing with personnel issues.
#Person1#: Sounds like you really learned a lot.
#Person2#: I did. . . I just hope I can implement all these great ideas that we shared.","#Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# learned a lot at the workshop but #Person1# doubts it. #Person2# assures #Person1# that even though they had a short time, they started to think and learned useful methods."
"#Person1#: How come you're still up? Shouldn't you be asleep by now?
#Person2#: I've been having a hard time sleeping lately.
#Person1#: As far as I know, insomnia is usually caused by stress. Are you stressed at all?
#Person2#: Well, I'm really worried about my grades. I didn't think this course would be so stressful.
#Person1#: You're a good student. I'm sure you can do well. What you need to do is to relax.
#Person2#: You're probably right. I just wish it were that simple. How can I stop feeling so anxious all the time?
#Person1#: Taking a Taiji class or learning some relaxation techniques can help you cope with your stress.
#Person2#: I don't really have time to learn anything new. I need to spend my time studying!
#Person1#: You need to take some breaks throughout the day. Studying all day isn't very usually effective.
#Person2#: You're right. I usually end up staring at my computer or checking my email instead of doing my work for class.
#Person1#: Besides, it's not difficult to learn Taiji. In fact, I can teach you a move that's supposed to help you fall asleep! You just have to sit down like this, bend over and breath in deeply.
#Person2#: That's fantastic. I'm going to go try that out in my room now. good night!
#Person1#: Good night, sleep tight ; don't let the bed bugs bite!",#Person2# has insomnia due to #Person2#'s stress about grades. #Person1# tells #Person2# to relax and suggests #Person2# learn Taiji. #Person1# teaches #Person2# a move to help #Person2# fall asleep and #Person2# will try it out.
"#Person1#: Who got ripped off?
#Person2#: Big time! A hacker broke into the company's files and got all her personal information. You really think it's completely safe?
#Person1#: Well, maybe not 100 percent. I did hear about some tricks people use.
#Person2#: Now we're getting to the truth.
#Person1#: There are shills. A shill is someone who bids up the price of their own sale.
#Person2#: See? And I bet that's easy to do online. Everybody's anonymous.",#Person2# tells #Person1# a person was ripped off by a hacker and they both think the Internet is unsafe.
"#Person1#: I'm famished! Let's get some grub!
#Person2#: I'm in the mood for some chips and salsa.
#Person1#: Me, too! The chips here are so light and crispy.
#Person2#: And they have tangy, freshly-made salsa, too. My mouth is watering already!
#Person1#: I'll go get the chips. What do you want to drink?
#Person2#: Surprise me.",#Person1# and #Person2# talk about what to order. They will have chips.
"#Person1#: Have you got anything for diarrhea?
#Person2#: Yes, here you are. These tablets are very effective.
#Person1#: How should I take this medicine?
#Person2#: Take two tablets every six hours.
#Person1#: I see. I'll follow your instructions.
#Person2#: And take a good rest for a few days.
#Person1#: Thank you.",#Person2# gives #Person1# the medicine for diarrhea and the instructions on taking it.
"#Person1#: Accounting, this is Mike.
#Person2#: Mike, this is Leo in Sales. I was just calling to confirm our meeting tomorrow. Are we still on?
#Person1#: Goodness! It's been so long I actually forgot. Let me see. . . yes, it is on my calendar.
#Person2#: OK. See you at your office at 2:30.
#Person1#: Right, see you then!",Leo calls Mike to confirm their meeting tomorrow.
"#Person1#: Good morning. What can I do for you, sir?
#Person2#: I'd like to see some coats. Would you recommend me some of them?
#Person1#: Sure. Come to look at these styles. They sell very well.
#Person2#: Which models do you sell the most?
#Person1#: How about these? They are the current bestsellers.
#Person2#: I like this style, but I don't like its color. Do you have this coat in yellow?
#Person1#: Yes, I will find one for you. Here you are. It's made of exceptionally good quality, pure wool, and is very soft.
#Person2#: It looks nice.
#Person1#: Yeah, this is the latest model. If you like it, you can try it on.",#Person2# wants to see some coats. #Person1# recommends the current bestsellers and finds a yellow one for #Person2#.
"#Person1#: What's going on?
#Person2#: Nothing really, you?
#Person1#: I'm throwing a party next Saturday.
#Person2#: Is that right?
#Person1#: Yeah, are you going to come?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, I can't.
#Person1#: Why not?
#Person2#: I don't really want to.
#Person1#: Well, why don't you?
#Person2#: I hate going to parties.
#Person1#: Well, that's okay.
#Person2#: Yeah, sorry.",#Person1# invites #Person2# to a party. #Person2# refuses because #Person2# hates parties.
"#Person1#: the bathroom looks lovely. Did you redecorate it yourself or did you get someone in to do it for you?
#Person2#: I did it myself. I went online and found a lot of website devoted to home improvement. Then I went to DIY shop and bought everything I needed. I'm sure I saved a lot of money by doing it mys
#Person1#: so, let's see. You have put new tiles on the floor and replaced a few tiles on the walls. You'Ve also added a small cupboard for toiletries. The bath, shower and waterbasin are the sam
#Person2#: yes, they are. I gave them a good clean. They are in good condition and don't need to be replaced.
#Person1#: how long did it take you to do the tiling.
#Person2#: as I hadn't done it before, I had to keep referring to information I got from the internet. Doing the floor tiles took a whole day-from early morning to right through to the evening. The
#Person1#: I think you'Ve done a very good job. As least as good as a professional would do. Perhaps I can convince you to redo my bathroom?
#Person2#: you'll be lucky! However, I'll print out the information I got from the internet and you can do it yourself.",#Person2# tells #Person1# how #Person2# redecorated #Person2#'s bathroom on #Person2#'s own and how long it took to do so. #Person1# admires #Person2#'s work a lot.
"#Person1#: Good Morning. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: Good Morning, I have a bad cough, and I want to see an internist.
#Person1#: Do you have a registration card?
#Person2#: No, I don't. I'm a tourist.
#Person1#: Then you need to register as a new patient. Can I have a look at you ID card? I need your name, age, occupation, address and contacting number.
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Thanks. Which kind of medicine do you prefer, western medicine or traditional Chinese medicine?
#Person2#: I'd like to try traditional Chinese medicine. I heard it really works quite well if you know what you're doing.
#Person1#: All right. Yes, he does. The registration fee is 7 yuan, please.",#Person2# wants to see an internist and registers as a new patient with #Person1#'s assistance. #Person2# also tells #Person1# #Person2# prefers traditional Chinese medicine.
"#Person1#: Hello, is that the Peace Restaurant?
#Person2#: Yes. May I help you?
#Person1#: Yes. I'd like a table for six at 7:00 this evening. Can you arrange it for us?
#Person2#: Just a minute. I'll check if there is any availability. I'm sorry, sir. There isn't any table left for 7:00, but we can give you one at 8: 00. Would you like to make a reservation at that time?
#Person1#: Let me see. It seems a little late.
#Person2#: Usually, the restaurant will be quieter at that time.
#Person1#: OK. I'll change the time to 8: 00.
#Person2#: Very good, sir. A table for 6 at 8: 00 this evening. May I have your name, please?
#Person1#: It's John.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. Bye.",John calls to book a table at 7:00 but #Person2# can only give him one at 8:00. John changes the time to 8:00.
"#Person1#: Hello, I would like to speak with Ryan.
#Person2#: This is Ryan. How may I help you?
#Person1#: Ryan, this is Malia, and I am afraid that I am feeling a bit under the weather.
#Person2#: Do you know what the problem is?
#Person1#: I have a horrible rash from poison oak.
#Person2#: Have you had it a long time?
#Person1#: The doctor said that I probably have had it a few days.
#Person2#: Have you been using anything for it?
#Person1#: I bought some over-the-counter lotion, and I am taking an antihistamine.
#Person2#: That will probably take care of your symptoms. I'll see you tomorrow.",Malia tells Ryan about her physical condition. Malia got a rash and applied some treatment. Ryan will see her tomorrow.
"#Person1#: Let's play a little game. I'll describe someone and you try to guess who it is.
#Person2#: Ok. I'm really bored at the moment.
#Person1#: Ok. This man is tall and slim. He's got blue eyes and curly brown hair.
#Person2#: Does he have a moustache or a beard?
#Person1#: Good question. Yes, he has a moustache, but no beard.
#Person2#: Sounds like Mike, is it?
#Person1#: Yes, it is. You describe someone we both know.
#Person2#: Right. She's not very tall and she's quite plump. She's got blonder hair, but I don't know what color her eyes are.
#Person1#: Is she attractive? I don't think I know anyone like that.
#Person2#: Well, I don't find her attractive, but I'm sure you will disagree.
#Person1#: I like slim girls, so I doubt I would find a plump girl attractive. You'll have to give me some more information.
#Person2#: She's got tiny feet and wears really unfashionable shoes. In fact, she wears unfashionable clothes too.
#Person1#: This doesn't sound like anyone I know. I give up. Teel me who she is.
#Person2#: She's your mother!
#Person1#: How embarrassing! I don't even recognize a description of my own mother! How important do you think appearance is?
#Person2#: I think that unfortunately it's more important than a person's character. Advertising and stuff tells us that we have to be attractive. I think it's wrong, but that's the way the world is now.
#Person1#: I'm afraid you're right. I chose my girlfriend because she has a wonderful personality.
#Person2#: Well, you certainly didn't choose her because of her looks! Hey, I was joking! Don't hit me!","#Person1# and #Person2# play a game of describing someone and asking each other to guess who it is. After two rounds, they start to talk about the importance of one's appearance. They both agree that a person's personality is more important than appearance."
"#Person1#: Could we borrow the company van for a fundraiser this weekend?
#Person2#: That would be a possibility. Where is this fundraiser taking place?
#Person1#: It is in the hotel ballroom down the street.
#Person2#: Do you need it for the whole weekend?
#Person1#: We will need it for both days.
#Person2#: We will need to know who will be driving the van.
#Person1#: The van will be driven by Mary and me.
#Person2#: It needs to be back on Sunday night. Can you arrange for that?
#Person1#: Oh yeah, no problem. Would you mind if we borrowed a few of the chairs from the lunchroom.
#Person2#: Just keep track of everything and get it all back where you took it from by Sunday evening.",#Person1# wants to borrow the company van for a fundraiser and also asks for some chairs. #Person2# agrees but asks #Person1# to bring them back by Sunday evening.
"#Person1#: I'd like to send this parcel to Australia.
#Person2#: Certainly. Could you put it on the scales, so I can check the weight?
#Person1#: Sure. It's not very heavy.
#Person2#: That's 850 grams. The coasts depends on how you would like to send it.
#Person1#: I see. What are the options? I suppose airmail is faster and more expensive than surface mail.
#Person2#: That's right. Sending it by airmail will cost twelve dollars and sending it by surface mail will cost eight dollars.
#Person1#: How long will it take to get there?
#Person2#: Airmail should take four or five days and surface mail should take about two weeks.
#Person1#: It that case, I'll send it by airmail. I'd like to send it as a registered parcel.
#Person2#: No problem. That's one dollar extra.
#Person1#: Thanks very much. There's thirteen dollars.
#Person2#: There's you receipt. Goodbye.",#Person2# tells #Person1# airmail is more expensive but faster than surface mail. #Person1# decides to send a registered parcel to Australia by airmail.
"#Person1#: Good evening, sir. Are you ready to order now?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like to try Chinese food. But I don't know anything about it.
#Person1#: Chinese food is divided into eight big cuisines, such as Cantonese food, Sichuan food, Fujisan food, etc. Our restaurant is famous for Sichuan style.
#Person2#: Is there any difference between Cantonese food and Sichuan food?
#Person1#: Yes. Cantonese food is lighter while Sichuan food is spicy and hot.
#Person2#: Really? I like hot food. Can you make a few suggestions?
#Person1#: How about the eggplant and minced pork in dry red chili sauce and the'Tofu'beancurd? They are our specialties.
#Person2#: OK. I'll have them. Is there any soup?
#Person1#: Yes. Sour soup of Sichuan style. It's our chef's recommendation.
#Person2#: That's fine. I'll have a try.
#Person1#: Sir, your dish will take 5 minutes to prepare. While waiting, would you like anything to drink?
#Person2#: Martini, please.
#Person1#: OK, sir. We'll try our best to serve you as soon as possible.",#Person2# wants to try Chinese food and asks #Person1# for suggestions. #Person1# introduces the main cuisines of Chinese food and recommends some hot food to meet #Person2#'s preference. #Person2# accepts.
"#Person1#: We did a survey on your job performance.
#Person2#: How did I do?
#Person1#: Not so good. Lots of complains.
#Person2#: Really? I thought I was doing well.
#Person1#: Your performance so far is not quite in line with what we expect for our executives. I hope I'Ve made my point.","#Person1# tells #Person2# #Person2#'s job performance isn't satisfying, despite #Person2#'s opposite opinion."
"#Person1#: Do you carrying fresh fish?
#Person2#: Yes we do. Check the meat department. There is a fish counter there too.
#Person1#: I already looked, but did not see anything.
#Person2#: Let me show you.
#Person1#: Thanks.
#Person2#: See, it's right over there.
#Person1#: Oh, gosh. I didn't see it.
#Person2#: That's all right.",#Person1# asks for fresh fish. #Person2# shows #Person1# the fish counter.
"#Person1#: What an amazing film! I can't remember the last time I felt this good coming out of a movie theater!
#Person2#: I know what you mean. Robert Redford is my favorite actor, so I knew I would like it.
#Person1#: Yeah, but there were so many little things that were cool - the music, the lighting, the way the camera kept moving around... I don't think I've ever seen a more interesting film.
#Person2#: It definitely got me thinking. Also, there was one pan in the middle that was pretty sad...
#Person1#: Oh, don't remind me! I cried that whole time!
#Person2#: Come on. Let's get some coffee and pie and keep talking!
#Person1#: Great idea!",#Person1# and #Person2# discuss a movie they just finished. Both of them think it's amazing and interesting.
"#Person1#: 6652-767.
#Person2#: Hello. Could I speak to Alistair, please?
#Person1#: Speaking. Is that you, Bill?
#Person2#: Hello yes, it's me. I didn't recognize your voice.
#Person1#: I've got a bit of cold. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: Well, we're meeting Bob's girlfriend and her parents tonight giving them dinner. I've just opened the box of champagne glasses and there are two glasses missing. Have you got a set you can lend to me, by any chance?
#Person1#: Sure, sure, glad to. When do you need them?
#Person2#: Well, can I come over in a quarter of an hour? I've got to go to Marilyn's for some sugar first - I've run out of that as well.
#Person1#: Is that all you need? Anything else you are short of?
#Person2#: No, I think I'm all right otherwise. Thanks a lot, Alistair. See you in a bit.
#Person1#: Bye.",Bill phones Alistair to borrow a set of champagne glasses because he will invite Bob's girlfriend and her parents to have dinner. Alistair agrees to help and they schedule the time.
"#Person1#: Good afternoon! Dr. Perkins' office.
#Person2#: Good afternoon. I'd like to speak to the doctor. Is he in?
#Person1#: Who is that calling, please?
#Person2#: My name is Li Hong. I'm from China.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. Dr. Perkins is now at an important meeting and can't answer your call.
#Person2#: I'm an exchange scholar. Dr. Perkins asked me to give a lecture. There are some details I want to discuss with him.
#Person1#: I see, but you must speak to himself about that. Oh, well, if you leave your number, I'll tell him to ring you as soon as he is available.
#Person2#: Thanks. My number is 7838298.",Li Hong phones to discuss the details of a lecture with Dr. Perkins. #Person1# says Perkins isn't available and will let him call Li back.
"#Person1#: Mark? What were you up to yesterday? I called you, but there wasn't anybody home. 
#Person2#: We went out to the stadium. Bob hadn't been to a game for a few weeks. 
#Person1#: How'd it go? Did we win? 
#Person2#: Nope, lost again. But, it was a good game. ",Mark tells #Person1# that he went to the stadium for a game yesterday.
"#Person1#: You've been in this country for a long time now. You must have noticed quite a few differences between living in Indonesia and living in England. What's the most obvious thing that you've noticed?
#Person2#: In what way? Culturally or educationally?
#Person1#: Well, let's begin with families.
#Person2#: Oh, families. Yes, there's lots of differences.
#Person1#: What sort of differences? Family size or customs?
#Person2#: Well, in Indonesia, they have such a variety of types of people. Some of them are nuclear families. Some of them have quite a lot of children, depending on their religion.
#Person1#: Does it depend on where they live?
#Person2#: Yes, but then, of course, religion is also depending on their area.
#Person1#: So which groups tend to have the largest families?
#Person2#: Muslims usually have.
#Person1#: Sort of 5 or 6 or bigger than that?
#Person2#: Well, I left Indonesia a long time ago, but from the people that I know, I think 4 children is the average. Though there can be 6.",#Person2# tells #Person1# about the differences between Indonesian families and English ones. #Person2# says the Indonesian tend to have more kids and Muslims usually have the biggest families.
"#Person1#: Have you got your schedule for this term, Monica?
#Person2#: Yes, Yuri, I have. It's going to be quite a hard term.
#Person1#: Really? What subjects are you taking?
#Person2#: I've got culture studies on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8:30.
#Person1#: Oh, 8:30. That's early. Do you have any classes after that?
#Person2#: Yes. Straight after that at 10:00, I have a class on social change.
#Person1#: That sounds OK. Do you have afternoons free?
#Person2#: Only on Tuesdays and Thursdays. On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, I've got language development at 2:00 o'clock.
#Person1#: That sounds interesting. What other classes do you have?
#Person2#: I've got education on Monday morning at 9:40 and communication studies on Wednesdays and Fridays at 10.
#Person1#: Wow, that's a lot of classes.
#Person2#: I know. I hope they'll be good.",Monica discusses her schedule for this term with Yuri. Monica has a lot of classes scheduled and she thinks it's going to be a hard term.
"#Person1#: Hi, Scott. How are you?
#Person2#: Oh, hi, Rebecca. I'm tired.
#Person1#: Well, don't go to bed so late.
#Person2#: But I don't. I watch sports on TV and then I go to bed at about 9:15. The problem is I wake up really early.
#Person1#: Why is that?
#Person2#: I take the boat to school now and it goes at 7:30 in the morning so my mom wakes me up at 6:44. I have breakfast and leave home at 7:00.
#Person1#: So have you changed school then?
#Person2#: Yes. The school on our island is for 6:00 to 11 year olds. Now I'm 12.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. So do you get home late in the evening?
#Person2#: Quite late. The boat back home is 2 hours after school. My mom's sister lives near the school. So I go and have dinner at her house.
#Person1#: When do you have time to do your homework?
#Person2#: I usually find a quiet table on the boat. When I get home, I watch TV, listen to music or use the computer.",Scott tells Rebecca he's tired because he has to wake up early to catch the boat to school. Then he shares his schedule after changing school.
"#Person1#: It's raining again. Tom, bring me the umbrella.
#Person2#: Well, mom. I'm sorry to tell you that I left it on the bus.
#Person1#: Again? Don't you know that umbrella is expensive? You always leave our umbrellas on the bus, don't you?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, mom. I won't let it happen again.
#Person1#: It's no use saying sorry. You should be more careful and remember to take the umbrella with you when you get off the bus next time, OK?
#Person2#: OK. I won't lose anymore umbrellas, mom.
#Person1#: Anyway, just give me your cellphone, then you won't focus on it and lose the umbrella. You are having trouble with your study because of your phone, too.
#Person2#: OK, if you want.",Tom's mother blames Tom for losing the umbrella and takes away his cellphone to make him focus on real-life and study.
"#Person1#: Hi Harry, it's great to see you again. I heard you have been traveling a lot recently.
#Person2#: Yeah, over the past 80 days. I've been to many countries in Africa.
#Person1#: I really envy you. Did you ride a lion?
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: I'm just kidding.
#Person2#: Well I didn't ride a lion, but one time a mother elephant ran after me. And it was fun.
#Person1#: Are you serious?
#Person2#: No, I'm just kidding.
#Person1#: You really frightened me.
#Person2#: Well. I really miss the comforts of home. Now I just want to take a break. A long break.",#Person1# inquires Harry about his travel to Africa. Harry jokes about an elephant running after him and expresses his eagerness for a break.
"#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#: 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 on 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 said the weather in Venezuela was cool and the hotels there were excellent, but they had language problems and advised them not to buy clothes."
"#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."
"#Person1#: Queen's Theatre, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. Do you have 2 tickets for the show this Saturday?
#Person1#: Well, all the tickets have been sold out, but we still have a few for Wednesday evening and Tuesday afternoon.
#Person2#: Wednesday evening is OK. Have you got 2 near the front?
#Person1#: Let me see. Just 2 tickets near the back.
#Person2#: How much are they?
#Person1#: They are $8 each.
#Person2#: OK. I'll take them.",#Person2# buys 2 tickets for a show with #Person1#'s assistance.
"#Person1#: Sit down, please, Mister Johnson. Can you tell me more about your school work?
#Person2#: OK. My best subject was history and my second best was geography. However, my favorite subject was math and the results I got in my math paper were often quite good.
#Person1#: Do you think that these subjects will help you get this job?
#Person2#: Of course. I understand that you produce computers and prepare software, and working with computers needs a logical mind rather than great skills in math. That's especially true when it comes to writing programs. And I think my results show that I have such abilities.
#Person1#: I see. Well, I've enjoyed our talk. We'll inform you of our decision in a week.
#Person2#: Great, as I'll have to go back to my college 10 days later.","#Person1# gives Johnson a job interview. Johnson says he is good at history, geography, and math, and thinks his background qualifies him for the job. #Person1# will inform Johnson of the results soon."
"#Person1#: Can you fix me a cup of tea, Johnny?
#Person2#: Well... uh... how about a glass of juice instead?
#Person1#: No. I'd like tea. Can you put it in my favorite cup? You probably washed it...
#Person2#: Oh, yeah. Well, uh, about your mug...
#Person1#: I'll find it... Where are all the floral pattern plates? And dad's Yankee's mug?",#Person2# insists on treating #Person2# a tea.
"#Person1#: IBA, Jane speaking. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Hello. I'd like to speak to someone regarding my card.
#Person1#: Sorry, I'm not quite sure if I understand. In what way, Sir? Has your card been stolen?
#Person2#: No, no. Nothing at all like that. It's just that I applied for a credit card with you a while ago, my application was accepted, but I'm still waiting for my card.
#Person1#: Oh, I see, Sir. Well, it does take 5 working days to issue and post the card.
#Person2#: Yes, my application was accepted last Friday. Now it's Wednesday, that's more than 5 days.
#Person1#: Sorry, Sir, but it's 5 working days. This does not include weekends, so your card should be with you later this week.
#Person2#: Of course! How silly of me! Yes, 5 working days would mean this Friday, at the earliest. I see. I'm sorry to trouble you.
#Person1#: It's no trouble at all, Sir. Is there anything else I can help you with today?
#Person2#: Nothing, thanks. I again apologise for the misunderstanding, bye for now.",#Person2# is calling because he hasn't received his card. Jane tells him that it takes 5 working days to issue and post the card and helps him to distinguish the difference between days and working days.
"#Person1#: Hello? This is John Smith.Can I speak to Mr.White, please?
#Person2#: This is Mr.White speaking.
#Person1#: Hi. I understand that you have a house for sale, haven ' t you?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: I ' d like to know more about it.
#Person2#: Can you come to my office this afternoon at 3 o ' clock?
#Person1#: OK. I will be there.
#Person2#: Thank you for calling.Goodbye.
#Person1#: Bye.",Mr.White asks John to come to his office to know more about Mr.White's house for sale.
"#Person1#: Oh, gosh! I feel everything around me is against me.
#Person2#: Don't take it too hard. There are some tips you should know in job-hunting of 2010.
#Person1#: Well, I am all ears. Maybe they are helpful.
#Person2#: Firstly, you must always show your best to the interviewer. And secondly, try to avoid spamming through e-mails, because this will make the reader go crazy. The last but not the least, there is no substitute for pounding the pavement in such a digital age.
#Person1#: I understand what you mean, and I will not upset myself. Face it.
#Person2#: Good luck to us.",#Person1# is upset and thinks everything is against #Person1#. #Person2# gives #Person1# some suggestions and #Person1# will face the challenge.
"#Person1#: How may I help you?
#Person2#: I ' m having a problem.
#Person1#: What problem are you having?
#Person2#: There have been charges made on my debit card that I didn ' t make.
#Person1#: Do you have the statement for your card?
#Person2#: Here it is.
#Person1#: What are the charges you ' re referring to?
#Person2#: The last four charges on the page.
#Person1#: I ' m afraid we ' re going to have to investigate these charges.
#Person2#: How long will an investigation take?
#Person1#: I honestly don ' t know, but we will freeze payment on these charges.
#Person2#: That sounds absolutely fantastic.",There have four charges made on #Person2#'s debit card that #Person2# didn't make. #Person2# will freeze payment on those charges.
"#Person1#: Should we ask Jason to play? He's always watching movies on HBO.
#Person2#: I guess we should invite him. I just hope he doesn't start talking about Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger again.
#Person1#: Oh, come on! The game is better with three people. Anyway, if we don't ask him to play, he'll be mad.
#Person2#: Yeah, you're right. We'll never hear the end of it.",#Person1# and #Person2# decide to invite Jason to play the game.
"#Person1#: Royal Hotel, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I urgently need a room for tomorrow night, and do you have any vacancies?
#Person1#: Yes, we have. What kind of room would you like?
#Person2#: I'd like a suite with an ocean view, please.
#Person1#: No problem, sir.
#Person2#: What is the price of the suite?
#Person1#: It is $ 200 per night.
#Person2#: It is a little high. I'm told that your hotel is offering discount now.
#Person1#: Yes, but the offer ended yesterday. I'm sorry.
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Then do you have anything less expensive?
#Person1#: No, sir. So far it is the least expensive suite for tomorrow night.
#Person2#: OK, I will take it. By the way, does the price include breakfast?
#Person1#: Yes, it does. Now could I have your name, please?
#Person2#: My name is David White.
#Person1#: Would you kindly spell it for me?
#Person2#: That is D-A-V-I-D, W-H-I-T-E.
#Person1#: Thank you, I got it. And how long do you expect to stay?
#Person2#: About three days.
#Person1#: OK. Our check-in time is after 12:00. And see you tomorrow.
#Person2#: Thank you. See you.",David White wants to reserve a suite with an ocean view and asks for a discount. #Person1# tells him the discount ended yesterday and it is the least expensive suite. David will stay for three days.
"#Person1#: Can I see the doctor?
#Person2#: Yes, do you have an appointment?
#Person1#: No, I don't.
#Person2#: Well. The doctor doesn't see nobody without an appointment.
#Person1#: Well, I am spending my vacation here and I have a stomachache and. . .
#Person2#: Oh, I see. Maybe we can fit you in at 3.
#Person1#: I'd prefer to see him asap. If I have to wait for another 30 mins, I think I will faint from this unbearable pain in my stomach and. . .
#Person2#: Oh, why didn't you say it's an emergency? Here, fill out this form and take a seat. I'll send you in next. You don't have insurance?
#Person1#: No, not for this country.
#Person2#: How about traveler's insurance?
#Person1#: No, I didn't think I'd need it.
#Person2#: Can you pay cash, then?
#Person1#: Cash, credit card, cheque anything. I just have to see a doctor. I am in pain.
#Person2#: All right, all right, relax. I am only trying to do my job.
#Person1#: I know. I am sorry that I yelled at you.",#Person1# wants to see a doctor without making an appointment because #Person1# has an unbearable stomachache. #Person2# first wants to fit #Person1# in at 3 then will send #Person1# next after realizing it's an emergence.
"#Person1#: What do you think about studying in the U. S. ?
#Person2#: Well, for many international students, coming to the United States and living here and studying can be quite a daunting experience, especially when finding a house on campus or off campus.
#Person1#: Do you have any advice?
#Person2#: I think first of all for first-time students, coming and living on campus in dormitories can provide a certain level of security.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: Uh, when you live off campus, there might be a certain amount of flexibility in choosing roommates that you might not have when living on campus.
#Person1#: I will think over your advice.
#Person2#: Well, of course, the choice is up to you. Good luck!
#Person1#: I really appreciate your help.",#Person2# thinks studying in the U.S. is a daunting experience and advises first-time students to live on campus that provides a sense of security.
"#Person1#: Are you ready to order now, Sir?
#Person2#: May I have the menu, please?
#Person1#: Yes, here you go.
#Person2#: I'd like to have some local specialties. Would you recommend for me, please?
#Person1#: Sure, the Huanghe carp with sugar and vinegar is famous in our restaurant.
#Person2#: OK. We'll take it.
#Person1#: Anything else?
#Person2#: A fried crisp chicken and an eggplant with chili sauce.
#Person1#: How about drink?
#Person2#: Coffee, only black coffee,","#Person1# recommends Huanghe carp and vinegar. #Person2# will take it and also orders a chicken, eggplant, and coffee."
"#Person1#: Bill. Bill! You gotta help me!
#Person2#: What's wrong? Slow down or you are gonna give yourself a heart attack.
#Person1#: Tomorrow is Christmas and I haven't bought my mom anything! I'm such a bad son!
#Person2#: Take it easy! Let's go to the mall, window shop a little and see if there is anything she might like.
#Person1#: That's just it! I don't know what to get her! Last year I got her a ring that was two sizes too big and a pair of shoes five sizes too small! I suck at getting presents for people.
#Person2#: That's where you're making a big mistake! You can't just guess peoples'likes or sizes! Especially with clothes or jewelry. On top of that, I think that you should get your mom something that shows how much you love her. At the same time you should show her that you took the time and effort to look for something that she would really like!
#Person1#: Yeah, you're right. When it comes down to it, I can be pretty tacky.
#Person2#: Yeah, tell me about it. I know! Your mom is trying to learn Spanish, right? Why don't you get her a gift certificate for this great website I saw called SpanishPod.
#Person1#: Now that's a great idea!","#Person1# asks for Bill's help to think of the Christmas gift for #Person1#'s mom. Bill thinks it's a mistake to buy clothes or jewelry because it's hard to guess people's likes or sizes. #Person1#'s mom tries to learn Spanish, Bill suggests #Person1# buying a gift certificate for a website called SpanishPod."
"#Person1#: Why do you choose our company to apply for a job?
#Person2#: I wish to have a job in which I can make good use of my strengths and have further improvement. And your company meets all my requirements.
#Person1#: Have you got a clear idea about our company?
#Person2#: Yes, I have purposefully done some homework in advance.
#Person1#: Have you tried other companies?
#Person2#: Actually, I have applied to several companies recently. But I am most satisfied with your company.
#Person1#: Will you take a job which is not in line with your major?
#Person2#: Admittedly, I hope it is a job in line with my specialty. But I will make the best effort to do the job whatever is assigned to me.
#Person1#: How long would you work here if you were admitted?
#Person2#: I would continue to work in the company as long as the job suits me well.
#Person1#: Do you expect a high salary?
#Person2#: In my mind, salary is not the most important thing.",#Person2# thinks the job in #Person1#'s company can make good use of #Person2#'s strengths. #Person2# is most satisfied with #Person1#'s company. #Person2# also tells #Person1# #Person2# doesn't care too much about the salary.
"#Person1#: Office software like Windows might be one of the best inventions in this information age. It saves us from so much work and makes the communication even around the world much easier.
#Person2#: Fully agree. I do enjoy the convenience though I am still a beginner in using Excel. The latest office equipment is more type-functional. It combines fax machine, copy machine and printer in one. It saves a lot of place one machine instead of three.
#Person1#: Yes, this machine is even smaller than those before.
#Person2#: When will we get one of those?
#Person1#: You know our boss always trying to save the last penny. We have to use up the equipment first.",#Person1# thinks office software makes global communication much easier. #Person2# agrees and talks about the latest office equipment which is type-functional.
"#Person1#: So do you believe in palmistry?
#Person2#: Palmistry? What is that?
#Person1#: It's when someone takes a look at another person's palm 4 to tell the future.
#Person2#: Oh, you mean palm reading 5. I've seen that before, but I don't believe in it.
#Person1#: Are you sure? I've read a lot about palmistry and I've been able to tell a lot of accurate things about a person from his palm. Do you want me to take a look at your hand?
#Person2#: Really? You've read books about it? Ok, then. But only if you want to.
#Person1#: Ok, let's see, well, you've got a long life line, which is good, and the love line is strong. . .
#Person2#: What else do you see? Will I be successful? Will I make a lot of money?
#Person1#: Hmm, hard to say, wait, yes, it looks like you will do well in business, and your ambition will help you a lot, but. . .
#Person2#: What? What is it? What's the matter?
#Person1#: You seem to have a large gullibility line. You believe everything that you're told.
#Person2#: Hey!",#Person2# doesn't believe in palm reading but #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# can tell accurate things from people's palm. Then #Person1# takes a look at #Person2#'s hand and #Person2# finally finds out #Person1# jokes on #Person2#.
"#Person1#: I really hate to say this, but don't go away mad, just go away.
#Person2#: I knew this would happen some day.
#Person1#: Then, why didn't you try to prevent it in the beginning?
#Person2#: Well. It's not all my fault, Anna. You are responsible, too.
#Person1#: I don't want to argue anymore. Please get out of my life!
#Person2#: I think we can still talk.
#Person1#: No way! Please don't follow me around.
#Person2#: Talk it easy, Anna. You really don't hate me. do you?
#Person1#: Yes, I do. Leave me alone!",#Person2# thinks Anna and #Person2# are both responsible for the argument. Anna asks #Person2# to go away.
"#Person1#: Darling, I have news for you. Bobby and his wife, Evelyn, are going to have a baby soon.
#Person2#: Really? I thought his wife couldn't have a baby.
#Person1#: Actually they're expecting the baby to come on my birthday.
#Person2#: Oh, what a coincidence! I bet Bobby must be very happy about it. He likes children and always wants a child of his own.
#Person1#: In fact, they're both very excited about the coming baby. Evelyn imagines what their baby would be look like, since one parent is American and the other one is Chinese.
#Person2#: Oh, right. Now I know why they would want to see our boy. It's hard to imagine the wonder! Are they expecting a boy or a girl?
#Person1#: It's still a mystery. Because Evelyn is only three-month pregnant. But she begins to take her maternity leave now.
#Person2#: Oh! You mean she doesn't have to work now? It's hard for young parents not to overreact, isn't it?",#Person1# tells #Person2# that Bobby and his wife Evelyn are going to have a baby soon and although Evelyn is only three-month pregnant she begins to take her maternity leave.
"#Person1#: Who is this on the water buffalo?
#Person2#: That's my grand-father. He was a farmer. When he was young, he had to take the water buffalo to graze in the field.
#Person1#: Oh yes, that was the best job in most farm families. That's where many of them learned to play the flute.
#Person2#: My grandfather did that too. He used the time to study instead.
#Person1#: That's interesting. Go on!
#Person2#: My grand grandfather was a merchant who ran a small business. He couldn't afford to send my grand father to school.
#Person1#: So he became a self-taught man?
#Person2#: Right. Later he was a soldier and a fireman in the village. When he was middle aged, he became a great man, quite famous.
#Person1#: In what field?
#Person2#: As a leader of police officers in charge of the whole country.
#Person1#: Is he still in that that type of work.
#Person2#: No. He retired from that. He is a senator now.
#Person1#: Would you want to be a senator?
#Person2#: Well, maybe when I get old. But first I'll be a lawyer.",#Person2# tells #Person1# the man on the water buffalo is #Person2#'s grandfather who was a farmer. Then #Person2# talks about #Person2#'s grandfather's life experience and #Person2#'s grandfather is a senator now.
"#Person1#: Hi, Bob. Can I have the book back I lent to you last month?
#Person2#: Oh! I forgot all about it. Of course you can have it back, John. I'm sorry about the delay.
#Person1#: Well, it doesn't matter. I almost forgot it too if it is not for Peter who asked me about it this coming.",John asks Bob to return his book. Bob is sorry for the delay.
"#Person1#: Can you recommend a resort to me?
#Person2#: What about the Yellowstone National Park?
#Person1#: Have you ever been there?
#Person2#: Yes. The scenery is so breathtaking.
#Person1#: What is especially impressive?
#Person2#: There are thousands of hot springs and fountains. The park is known for them.
#Person1#: Is there a waterfall?
#Person2#: Yes. The well-known Yellowstone Waterfall is formed when the Yellowstone Lake falls down into the Yellowstone Canyon.
#Person1#: What an attractive place! How can I get there?
#Person2#: You can take No. 2 bus.",#Person2# recommends the Yellowstone National Park to #Person1# and thinks the hot springs and fountains are impressive.
"#Person1#: Hi, charlie, are you busy this evening?
#Person2#: Sorry, I'm afraid that I've got plans tonight.
#Person1#: What are you doing?
#Person2#: I'm going to my parents'house for my father's birthday.
#Person1#: How old is he today?
#Person2#: It's his 50th birthday.
#Person1#: Well, wish him a happy birthday for me.
#Person2#: Sure thing. What are your plans for the evening?
#Person1#: I was just thinking of going to a movie tonight.
#Person2#: Well, if you can wait until tomorrow night, I'll go with you then.
#Person1#: Sorry, I've got people coming over tomorrow night.
#Person2#: Sounds like this weekend just isn't going to work out for us.
#Person1#: Sounds that way. Maybe some other time then?
#Person2#: Sure. Hey, I'm sorry, but I've got to get going.
#Person1#: Yeah, me, too. It's about time I made a move.
#Person2#: Say hello to your friends for me.
#Person1#: Likewise. See you later.
#Person2#: Bye!",#Person1# wants to invite Charlie to go to a movie but Charlie is going to his parents' house to celebrate his father's 50th birthday. They will see a movie another time.
"#Person1#: How would you describe your ideal job?
#Person2#: I think the job should make use of the professional experience I have obtained, and offer me opportunity for advancement.
#Person1#: Why do you think you might like to work for our company?
#Person2#: I feel my background and experience are a good fit for this position and I am very interested. What's more, your company is outstanding in this field.
#Person1#: What makes you think you would be a success in this position?
#Person2#: My graduate school training combined with my experience as an intern should qualify me for this particular job. I am sure I will be successful.
#Person1#: How do you know about this company?
#Person2#: Your company is very reputed in this city. I heard much praise to your company.",#Person2# describes the ideal job to #Person1# and explains why #Person2# wants to work for #Person1#'s company. #Person2# thinks #Person2#'s school training and experience qualify #Person2# for this job.
"#Person1#: Are you an outgoing person, or more reserved?
#Person2#: I wouldn't call myself outgoing. I used to be very shy when I was little, and it seems that I get a little more relaxed a-round people year after year, and have more fun in groups.
#Person1#: Are you more of a follower or a leader?
#Person2#: I don't try to get in front of people and lead them, particularly. I'd rather cooperate with everybody else, and get the job done by working together.
#Person1#: What basic principles do you apply to your life?
#Person2#: Not to put off till tomorrow what you can do today. I've found out that time and money get away very easily, you think you have them, and they're gone! Putting things off just makes it worse later, so even if it's hard at the time, I try to get things done that day and not let them go.",#Person2# thinks #Person2# is not outgoing and #Person2# would rather cooperate with others. #Person2# tells that the basic principle #Person1# applies to #Person1#'s life is not to put off.
"#Person1#: How can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I would like to look at some of your products.
#Person1#: Did you have anything specific in mind?
#Person2#: Well, to be honest, I mostly use Sarah Winter products now. But I'm not happy with them. So I would like to change companies.
#Person1#: Well, you made a good choice. Coming to us, I mean. We have a full range of products from cosmetics to skin cleansers and moisturizers.
#Person2#: What do you have in foundation?
#Person1#: Our foundation is very high quality, only the finest ingredients. It will moisturize your skin and it has a sun block rating of 8.
#Person2#: What colours do you have in foundation?
#Person1#: Let me show you. We have this rose colour. We also have different shoes of beige.
#Person2#: The color I use now is rose. How much does this rose foundation cost? The 100ml bottle.
#Person1#: ln this size, we sell it for 53. 95.
#Person2#: Wow! That's expensive.
#Person1#: What you're paying for, Ma'am, are the ingredients. It is a very high quality product.
#Person2#: I understand.",#Person2# wants to stop using Sarah Winter products. #Person1# recommends the foundation and shows the one in rose color to #Person2#. #Person2# asks the price and thinks it's expensive.
"#Person1#: Miss, please give something to drink.
#Person2#: Excuse me, sir. What kind of drink do you want?
#Person1#: Do you have whisky?
#Person2#: Yes, but you have to pay for it.
#Person1#: Well, in that case please give me some free drink.
#Person2#: Wait a minute, I will bring you some juice.",#Person1# wants some free drink and #Person2# will bring him some juice.
"#Person1#: Mr. Drake, I'm pleased to do business with your company.
#Person2#: We're glad to be able to offer our services to your business, Mrs. Wayne.
#Person1#: Your company is very well respected. About how long have you been in business?
#Person2#: Almost twenty years. We were the first total PR services company of our kind in California.
#Person1#: And this is your company's head office?
#Person2#: Well, yes, but now we have six offices in California alone.
#Person1#: That's wonderful. Isn't your company part of ARE Corporation?
#Person2#: That's right. We are their sole PR sector business.
#Person1#: That's not bad. How long have you been in PR?
#Person2#: Not long actually. So I'm sure I will learn a lot from our cooperation.",Mrs. Wayne will do business with Mr. Drake and asks him some information about the company and Mr. Drake's working experience.
"#Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: I have a problem.
#Person1#: What's your problem?
#Person2#: I owe fees, but a bank statement never came in the mail about it.
#Person1#: I apologize for the inconvenience.
#Person2#: I have no idea about the fee, so my fees went up.
#Person1#: I understand your problem.
#Person2#: Will you be able to solve my problem?
#Person1#: I'm going to cancel the fees you owe.
#Person2#: So, I don't have to pay any of it?
#Person1#: The initial fee still must be paid.
#Person2#: That's fabulous. Thank you very much.",#Person2# owes fees but #Person2# has never received any bank statement. #Person1# will help #Person2# to cancel the fees.
"#Person1#: I want to buy some jewellery.
#Person2#: What kind of jewellery do you like to have?
#Person1#: I should like to look at some bracelets.
#Person2#: May I show you gold ones or jade ones?
#Person1#: Jade ones.
#Person2#: OK, here they are.
#Person1#: What's the price for this one?
#Person2#: Eight hundred yuan.
#Person1#: How about seven hundred yuan?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, we only sell at fixed prices.
#Person1#: OK. I'll take it.",#Person1# wants to buy a Jade bracelet and asks for its price. #Person2# tells the price is fixed.
"#Person1#: So Mr. Brown, this is your bed, and as you can see, there are three other beds in the ward. Have you got everything you need?
#Person2#: Yes, nurse, I think so. I followed the hospital's advice, and I've only brought a few belongings with me.
#Person1#: Good, you can see the reasons why we ask you to do that, the cupboard is really very small.
#Person2#: Yes, of course. They are only afternoon from 2:30 to 4:30 and in the evening from 7:00 to 8:00, but remember that only two people can see you at the same time. I see. What other rules are there?
#Person1#: Yes. We start pretty early. We wake you at 6 o'clock and breakfast is at 8 o'clock, lunch is at noon, there is tea at 3:30 and supper at 6 o'clock.
#Person2#: Oh, that's very different from what I have been used to. You'd better tell me the rest of the rules here.
#Person1#: Yes. Well, you can see the no smoking sign, we don't allow smoking in the wards, and the same goes for alcohol. However, if you do need to smoke, there are special lounges.
#Person2#: Oh, I don't smoke, so it doesn't affect me.
#Person1#: Good.",Mr. Brown has brought a few belongings regarding the hospital's advice. Then the nurse informs him of the rules which include visiting hours and meal schedules. Smoking and alcohol are also forbidden.
"#Person1#: Hello, Mrs. White, what can I do for you?
#Person2#: I don't know what's the matter with me. I'm always feeling tired, I'm usually worn out at the end of the day.
#Person1#: I see. Let me take your pulse rate first.",Mrs. White feels tired and #Person1# takes her pulse rate.
"#Person1#: What do you think of people suing McDonalds for making them fat?
#Person2#: Well. Its food doesn't make you fat. But eating too much of it does! How about chocolate and ice cream? Are they all responsible? It's silly!",#Person2# thinks it's silly that people sue McDonalds for making them fat.
"#Person1#: Mark was looking for you this morning. He wanted to know if you had decided when to go to the museum. And he seemed quite eager to meet you.
#Person2#: My goodness, I don't know how many times he's talked about it. When did he become such a nagger?",#Person1# tells Mark was eager to meet #Person2#. #Person2# thinks Mark is a nagger.
"#Person1#: Oh god! Look at the mess. Somebody's broken in. The back door's open.
#Person2#: They mustn't have got in that way. I locked it.
#Person1#: What about the windows? The bathroom window is open. Surely they must have climbed through that.
#Person2#: Yeah. Wow, the television is gone.
#Person1#: They must have had a car or a truck.
#Person2#: My camera's here, but the radio's gone. Nothing else has been stolen. All your jeweler is here, but our daughter's toy is broken.
#Person1#: Thank goodness. They can't have been here long.
#Person2#: No, I think we must have disturbed them. They must have heard us coming and got out of the bathroom window quickly.
#Person1#: Yes, well, hurry up. We'd better phone the police.",Someone brokes in #Person1# and #Person2#'s house and the television and radio are gone. They will phone the police.
"#Person1#: There are pills for everything now, aren't there?
#Person2#: Almost everything. There are pills for colds and pills for headaches.
#Person1#: There are pills for seasickness and pills for airsickness. Those are the same, aren't they? Being sick on a ship is like being sick on a plane, isn't it? I suppose so. There are pills to make you sleepy.
#Person2#: And there are pills to keep you awake.
#Person1#: But they're bad for your health, aren't they?
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: There is a pill to make you hungry, isn't there?
#Person2#: I don't know. But there are pills to keep you from being hungry. They're for people who want to lose weight.
#Person1#: There's a pill for almost everything, isn't there?
#Person2#: But there aren't any pills to learn languages, are there?","#Person1# thinks there are pills for everything such as for colds, headaches, and so on. But #Person2# reminds #Person1# that there are no pills for learning languages."
"#Person1#: Good morning, Uncle Smith.
#Person2#: Good morning, Cathy.
#Person1#: I want to have a dinner party to celebrate my birthday. Would you come?
#Person2#: I'd love to, Cathy. What time?
#Person1#: Next weekend, on Saturday.
#Person2#: Saturday do you say?
#Person1#: If that's all right with you.
#Person2#: I'm afraid I'm busy then. I've already had plans.
#Person1#: What about Sunday?
#Person2#: I'm sure it will be all fight.
#Person1#: Good, you'd better around 6:30 or 7:00, we'll heve time to chat a while.",Uncle Smith invites Cathy to his birthday party. Cathy will be busy on Saturday so they agree on Sunday.
"#Person1#: You look a bit dull today. What's up? 
#Person2#: Well, my mum lost her job yesterday. 
#Person1#: I'm sorry to hear that. Well, I heard that registered urban unemployment rate reached 4 percent this year, with more than half being women. 
#Person2#: The supply outstrips the demand in the job market and women are in a disadvantageous position as a whole. 
#Person1#: Yeah, it's true. What is she going to do? 
#Person2#: Well, she is thinking of doing some household cleaning or baby sitting in the community. 
#Person1#: That's not bad. It could be a short-term alternative. Your mum can look for another one when the market improves. Things will work out eventually. 
#Person2#: Thank you. I just hope she won't feel pressed. ",#Person2# looks dull because #Person2#'s mom lost her job. Then #Person1# and #Person2# discuss gender discrimination for women in the job market.
"#Person1#: Hi, Michael, how's it going? 
#Person2#: Well, things are all right. 
#Person1#: I heard you got a new roommate. What's he like? 
#Person2#: Yeah, Bob moved in last week. He is a nice guy and so far everything is cool except this girlfriend. 
#Person1#: Oh? What's wrong with his girlfriend? 
#Person2#: She came over last weekend. She is a nice girl but there's something about her voice that really creeps me out. I tried to smile and be polite, but the whole time all I could think was 'what's wrong with your voice? ' 
#Person1#: Well, I guess it might take some time to get used to. 
#Person2#: I doubt it. Last time was an oral train wreck. Listening to her talk is like chewing tin foil. 
#Person1#: Oh come on, it's not that bad. 
#Person2#: No, it's so much worse. And tonight they invited me out to dinner. I really have no idea how I'm going to pull it off. 
#Person1#: Rough. Maybe you can do the most of the talking. 
#Person2#: That's the plan. 
#Person1#: Good luck. ",Michael tells #Person1# about his new roommate Bob. Michael thinks listening to his girlfriend's talk is like chewing tin foil. #Person1# advises him to do the most of the talking in tonight's dinner.
"#Person1#: Excuse me. Could you help me? I'd like to exchange this sweater. 
#Person2#: What's the problem with it? 
#Person1#: It was a birthday gift, but I don't really like it. I think I want something plainer. 
#Person2#: I see . . . Well, why don't you look around? 
#Person3#: I like these two, Allen. Try them on. 
#Person1#: OK. So, which one do you like? 
#Person3#: I like the red one much better than the black one. 
#Person1#: Really? How come? I kind of like the black one. 
#Person3#: The red one is longer and a little looser so it will be more comfortable. 
#Person1#: True . . . and it feels softer. 
#Person2#: And that color looks better on you. Actually, it's a better quality and it's the same price as the sweater you're exchanging. 
#Person1#: You've talked me into it! I'll take this one instead. 
#Person2#: No problem. I'll switch them for you. ",Allen wants to exchange the sweater and she tries the clothes on. #Person3# and #Person2# prefer the red but Allen likes the black. Allen finally switches to the red one.
"#Person1#: I think your speech was excellent. 
#Person2#: Was it? 
#Person1#: Sure it was. 
#Person2#: Thank you. It was really a challenge to speak before such a large audience, you know. 
#Person1#: But you did it and did it well! ",#Person1# praises #Person2# for #Person2#'s speech.
"#Person1#: Professor Hopkins, may I have a word with you?
#Person2#: Sure, Meg. What's up?
#Person1#: I gotta see for my report. I am wondering what I have done wrong. You know I have put a lot of time and energy to the report.
#Person2#: Well, Meg. I understand you have made much effort on their report. Maybe that's why you are 2 days late to hand in the report. The due date is September third.
#Person1#: Yes, professor. I am sorry about that.
#Person2#: And this report is about the success of the Starbucks Coffee. In your report you have mentioned the company's management, selection of stores and service, but I am surprised that you didn't mention anything about its coffee. It's a coffee shop, Meg! Isn't the taste of its coffee the most important thing to its success?
#Person1#: Yeah, I guess I have made a mistake by leaving it out.
#Person2#: And figures are important too. You also need to add an actual figure, such as the monthly sales.
#Person1#: You are quite right, professor.
#Person2#: And why not do more research? Look for some figures and write the report again.
#Person1#: Are you giving me another chance, professor?
#Person2#: Seems like I am.",Hopkins tells Meg that Meg forgot to mention the coffee in the report which mainly talks about the success of Starbucks Coffee. Meg also needs to add an actual figure in the report.
"#Person1#: Today I am interviewing 16-year-old Mike about his feelings on how people can help save the environment. So, Mike. How can we save the environment?
#Person2#: By saving water.
#Person1#: Well, how can we do that?
#Person2#: By not using too much water when we wash dishes, take a bath and when we do other things, like watering the plants outside.
#Person1#: Do you have any other suggestions?
#Person2#: Yes, we shouldn't waste paper because trees are being cut down to make the paper. By recycling paper we save the forest where animals live.
#Person1#: So, how can children recycle paper? I mean every day?
#Person2#: Well, the children in our neighborhood collect newspapers once a month to take them to a recycling center.
#Person1#: That's great, thanks for your ideas.",Mike thinks people can save the environment by using less water when washing dishes and taking a bath. He also suggests that children should recycle paper.
"#Person1#: What are you going to do tonight?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm going to stay at home and study. My final exam is coming up next week.
#Person1#: Is it going to be difficult?
#Person2#: It will be harder than the mid-term exam. I'm sure.
#Person1#: Was the mid-term exam difficult?
#Person2#: It was the most difficult exam that I'd ever had.
#Person1#: Then maybe this one will be easier.
#Person2#: Well. I'm going to spend more time studying for it than I did for the mid-term exam.
#Person1#: What are you going to do after the exam?
#Person2#: I don't know. Maybe I'll look for a better job.
#Person1#: What's the matter with this job?
#Person2#: It isn't the worst job in the world. But it isn't the best job, either.
#Person1#: Do you want to work for a bigger company?
#Person2#: I want to get ahead. I want to make more money.","#Person2# will stay at home and study for the final exam, which will be harder than the mid-term exam. #Person2# may find a job after the exam."
"#Person1#: London Hotel, how can I help you please?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to book a room for this week in the name of Henry Brown.
#Person1#: Fine. Would you like a single room, a double room or a twin room?
#Person2#: Double, please. My son will be with me.
#Person1#: OK. Could you tell me which day, sir?
#Person2#: Wednesday to Friday. Now check out on Saturday morning.
#Person1#: OK. What time will you be here on Wednesday?
#Person2#: About 5:30 PM. Can we book a table for dinner? We'd like to eat about half an hour after we get there.
#Person1#: Certainly.
#Person2#: Thanks.",#Person2# wants to book a double room from Wednesday to Friday and he also books book a table for dinner.
"#Person1#: Welcome back to your student union radio station. I'm with Catherine, who just successfully climbed the Great Mountain, Mont Blanc. Actually, she once did. The same climb in 2007. Catherine, was it easier the second time around?
#Person2#: In many ways. They were totally different experiences. The first time I went as part of an organized group. We took 4 days to reach the top. This year, I decided to go alone with just one overnight stop, actually you're never really alone. It's all been crowded up there. The first climb, was quite difficult is the weather was very changeable, and we found ourselves climbing in very cold windy conditions. The weather this time was wonderful. Plus. I spent a few days before in chamonix and got myself more used to the height. If it's certainly made it easier, you can also achieve the same thing by climbing some of the smaller mountains first.
#Person1#: Well, I'm wondering if you have any useful advice for others? Planning on doing something similar.
#Person2#: Well, I'm not talking here about the physical condition you need to be in, or having the right equipment. That goes without saying, we should pay special attention to the extreme weather conditions. You really need to wear enough clothes to protect yourself from the cold and wind.",Catherine shares her two experiences of climbing the Great Mountain. The first time she was in a group and the weather was changeable. The second time the weather was wonderful. Catherine also reminds people of the extreme weather conditions.
"#Person1#: I can help the next person in line.
#Person2#: That's me. I, I need to Mail this package.
#Person1#: OK, great! Where is it going?
#Person2#: It's going to Saint Louis, Missouri, and I needed to get there as fast as possible. It's my mother's birthday present, and her birthday is tomorrow. I don't want it to be late.
#Person1#: OK sir, I can do that. Will have to deliver it overnight which will cost extra money? Let's see it will be $32.50 to get the package there tomorrow, will you pay with a credit card or cash?
#Person2#: I have cash and please mark fragile on the box.
#Person1#: What is in here, sir. Is there anything dangerous? any liquids or chemicals?
#Person2#: No, there is just a box of chocolates and a cup. But I don't want the cup to break.
#Person1#: OK, sir. We will have it leaving Atlanta and arriving in Saint Louis tomorrow, by way of Memphis. Here's your receipt and have a great day.",#Person2# wants to mail his mother's birthday present. #Person1# tells #Person2# it will cost extra money to deliver it overnight. #Person2# pays by cash and asks #Person1# to mark fragile.
"#Person1#: Oh no, not again! This happens every day.
#Person2#: What's wrong?
#Person1#: Look at the mess, Jim. You have your supper and never do the washing up afterwards.
#Person2#: I don't do the washing up. But I wash the car every week.
#Person1#: I don't care about that. You never help me with the housework.
#Person2#: That's not true, darling. I prepare your meals, right?
#Person1#: Oh, so what? The kitchen's always a mess afterwards. You cook meals, and I do the rest everyday.
#Person2#: Calm down. OK. I will do everything in our house from next weekend.",#Person1# complains that Jim doesn't do the housework except for preparing the meal. Jim promises to do everything next week.
"#Person1#: I feel a little dizzy under such a big sun. Shall we go to a cafe to have a rest?
#Person2#: Sure. Do you need any water?
#Person1#: No.
#Person2#: You know, we haven't toured all the places here. There is a statue from Tang dynasty at the end of this street, near a lake.
#Person1#: If you really want to go, I can stay in a cafe and wait for you there.
#Person2#: Well, I won't make you wait. Let me send you to the nearest clinic. I'll call the tourist center to ask about its location. Do you know where the travel brochure is? I can't find it in my bag.
#Person1#: You just held it in your hand.
#Person2#: Right, I might have thrown it into the dustbin. So where can I find a new one?
#Person1#: We can ask for help from a passerby. Many of them had the travel brochure.
#Person2#: Good idea.",#Person1# feels dizzy under a big sun and wants to take a rest. #Person2# will send #Person1# to the nearest clinic and #Person2# is looking for the travel brochure.
"#Person1#: Can you lift the toilet seat up when you go to the bathroom, please? I hate having to clean up after you all the time.
#Person2#: Sorry about that. While we're on the topic, there are a few things you do that had been annoying me lately.
#Person1#: Oh, really?
#Person2#: Yeah, like when you leave the laundry in the washing machine, it makes the clothes smell bad.
#Person1#: I'm sorry. I'm just busy doing all the chores around the house, since you're clearly too busy to do any of them yourself.
#Person2#: Look, I didn't want to get into a fight. But you started it.
#Person1#: Oh, honey, I'm sorry if I was rude.
#Person2#: No, you're right. I need to start lending more of a hand around here.",#Person1# asks #Person2# to lift the toilet seat when going to the bathroom. Then #Person2# complains that #Person1# leaves the laundry in the washing machine.
"#Person1#: Intercity Flowers. How can I help?
#Person2#: Hi, I'd like to send a dozen red roses to arrive at my apartment tomorrow for my grandparents' wedding anniversary, please.
#Person1#: Certainly, sir. I just need a few details to complete the order? What's your name, please?
#Person2#: Obama Anthony.
#Person1#: Mr. Anthony, have you ordered with us before?
#Person2#: Yes, I have. I've got a customer number. It is UR250BUT.
#Person1#: Ah, yes. We will confirm your information later. If nobody answers the door tomorrow, what shall we do, sir?
#Person2#: There will definitely be someone there.
#Person1#: But just in case, sir? Can we leave them at the front door or with the neighbor?
#Person2#: OK. Leave them with any neighbor. That will be fine.
#Person1#: OK, sir. That's a dozen red roses for your apartment. That will be $43. 50.",Obama Anthony is booking red roses. #Person1# asks about his information and Obama thinks it will be fine to leave the flowers with any neighbor if no one answers the door.
"#Person1#: Well, tell me something of yourself.
#Person2#: What would you like to know, Mr. Green?
#Person1#: What working experience have you get?
#Person2#: In 2004, I got a job in the sales department of a trading company near Guangzhou. I started a sales representative. A year later, I was promoted to the position of sales manager. I had that job ever since, which is just over a year now.
#Person1#: Oh, good. Irene, can you tell me why you plan to quit being a sales manager to work here as my assistant? Don't you like your present job?
#Person2#: Frankly, some part of it I enjoy very much, but I prefer something more professional. It happens that I have a friend working here in this company. She told me the export department was to recruit an assistant. I felt very excited at this news. That's why I'm here.",Irene tells Mr. Green her working experience and that she quits being a sales manager because she prefers something more professional.
"#Person1#: Hey Nick, what are you up to?
#Person2#: Not much, just heading over to the shooting range. You wanna come?
#Person1#: Seriously? You mean to fire a real weapon? I don ' t know man.
#Person2#: Yeah, it will be fun! I have a 9mm pistol that is really easy to shoot. I also have a revolver that ' s really fun too! They have big targets at the range that we could use to practice and improve your aim.
#Person1#: Yeah that would be cool! Maybe I can also have a try at other weapons like a machine gun or a shotgun! Maybe even a rocket launcher or an anti tank missile! Or what about a flame thrower!
#Person2#: Whoa, take it easy there Rambo. Don ' t get carried away. These weapons are not toys, and you must first learn how to handle them properly. There are basic rules that you must abide by in order to be safe. For example, never handle a weapon that you haven ' t inspected yourself. Always make sure there isn ' t anything in the chamber, and never put your finger on the trigger unless you are ready to shoot!
#Person1#: Wow, I didn ' t know! It always looks so cool and easy in the movies!
#Person2#: The reality is different you know, running and firing a weapon is a lot harder than in the movies! So are you ready?
#Person1#: Let ' s do it!",Nick introduces the guns he has in the shooting range to Rambo. Rambo thinks it is cool and wants to try other weapons. Nick tells him the rules and to be serious with the weapons.
"#Person1#: Welcome to Galant. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Hi. I would like to get an internet plan for my house.
#Person1#: Of course. We have three different plans with different prices you can choose from. The first one is the cheapest but most basic plan which is thirty dollars a month. This is for broadband internet with a download speed of five hundred and twelve kbps.
#Person2#: I have no idea what kbps means. I just want to be able to get online, play games and chat with my friends. Oh, and watch movies online as well.
#Person1#: Well, this connection might be a bit too slow for your needs. I suggest you get the premium package for fifty dollars a month which includes a connection speed of two megabytes. That way you can play games online without any lag. This package also includes a wireless router and a personal firewall absolutely free!
#Person2#: Do I have to pay an installation fee?
#Person1#: Lucky for you, this month we aren't charging our normal installation fee. You are saving yourself 100 bucks right there! And we'll throw in this pen drive!
#Person2#: Awesome!","#Person1# introduces three different internet plans to #Person2# and recommends #Person2# to get the premium package according to #Person1#'s needs. Also, #Person2# can save the installation fee this month."
"#Person1#: Good afternoon, what can I do for you?
#Person2#: I want to draw some money from my current account.
#Person1#: How much do you want to draw?
#Person2#: Well, I want to draw out 4, 000 yuan.
#Person1#: OK! Do you take your bank card or bankbook with you?
#Person2#: Yes! Here is my bankbook.
#Person1#: OK. Please fill out this form first.
#Person2#: Yes. Do I need to sign my name here?
#Person1#: Sure. How do you want it?
#Person2#: Well, I want 1, 000 yuan in traveler's checks and the rest in cash.
#Person1#: All right. Here are the traveler's checks and money.
#Person2#: Thanks a lot.
#Person1#: Not at all.",#Person1# helps #Person2# to draw out 1000 yuan in traveler's checks and 3000 yuan in cash.
"#Person1#: I'm taking a date to a restaurant, so could you please direct me to a good one?
#Person2#: But of course! How much are you thinking of spending on dinner?
#Person1#: She deserves nothing but the best, of course.
#Person2#: In that case, I would suggest our own hotel restaurant. The chef, the food, and the service are outstanding.
#Person1#: I promised her I would take her out to a restaurant. Do you have another one in mind?
#Person2#: You can always go to Gramercy Tavern. It's quite popular, despite its expensive entrees.
#Person1#: Great food and lots of patrons? What more could I want? Please reserve a table for me.
#Person2#: Yes, sir. You're going to have a great time.",#Person2# recommends restaurants to #Person1# for dating. #Person1# refuses the idea of staying in the hotel restaurant and asks for a reservation in Gramercy Tavern.
"#Person1#: Where is that?
#Person2#: Take me to the airport, please.
#Person1#: Are you in a hurry?
#Person2#: I have to be there before 1700.
#Person1#: We'll make it except a jam. You know it's rush hour.
#Person2#: There's an extra ten in it for you if you can get me there on time.
#Person1#: I'll do my best.
#Person2#: Here's twenty dollars.
#Person1#: Do you have small bills?
#Person2#: No. If you can't break it, keep the change. But can you give me a receipt?
#Person1#: Here is your receipt. Thank you.",#Person2# asks #Person1# to take #Person2# to the airport and promises a bonus if #Person1# can get there on time.
"#Person1#: Mrs. Lee, I'Ve stayed here for almost a week. And I really must leave tomorrow.
#Person2#: Please feel free to stay as long as you want. You know you're always welcome here.
#Person1#: Thank you. You'Ve been so nice to me.
#Person2#: Is there anything else I can do for you before your leave?
#Person1#: No, thanks. You'Ve done a lot for me already. Thank you for everything.
#Person2#: Don't mention it. I'Ve really enjoyed your company.",#Person1# says her farewells to Mrs. Lee and thanks to her for the hospitality.
"#Person1#: just don't understand why we have to take the subway. Look at this place. It's modern enough. But it's far from lively.
#Person2#: It's convenient. People in network go everywhere by subway if they don't drive.
#Person1#: This isn't network, Frida. We are in San Francisco.
#Person2#: What's the difference?
#Person1#: We haven't come here in business but for pleasure. We should go out exciting. What can you see in the subway? Nothing!
#Person2#: What can you see from a tram or a double-decker?
#Person1#: I can see people who are walking on the sidewalk. I can see cars driving on the streets. I can see the sun shining and beautiful flowers dancing in the wind. I can even smell the scent of flowers and the freshness of the air.
#Person2#: But they are not as convenient as the subway.
#Person1#: You miss the point! We are not in a hurry to go anywhere.
#Person2#: Well, maybe you are right. We'll be more amused in a tram or a double-decker than on the subway.
#Person1#: I'm so glad you can finally see things in my way. Can we leave this dull place now?
#Person2#: What about the tickets? I've already bought them.
#Person1#: Just throw them away!",#Person1# complains about taking the subway because #Person1# thinks they will be more amused in a tram or a double-decker. #Person2# cannot understand at first but then agrees with #Person1#.
"#Person1#: I have some good news for you. We've decided we'd like to send you to Shanghai on a business trip this weekend.
#Person2#: oh.
#Person1#: don't you think that it'd be a good thing for you to get out of the office for a couple of days?
#Person2#: sure.
#Person1#: I thought you'd be a bit more excited about this. Everything will be paid for and I'll send my assistant with you to take care of everything for you. All you have to do it get on the train tonight a
#Person2#: the train? Will I be flying back then?
#Person1#: oh, no. We've brought your return ticket for you. I think you'll find it comfortable.
#Person2#: will the train be very crowded?
#Person1#: oh no. the train hasn't been crowded at all recently. Besides, you're in first-class, so you'll be fine.
#Person2#: when is the first meeting then?
#Person1#: they've scheduled the negotiation meeting for 9:00 tomorrow morning. That should give you enough time to have a quick shower.
#Person2#: where will I be staying?
#Person1#: we've booked you a room in the same hotel as your meetings, so you won't need to deal much with the transportation system.
#Person2#: that's very sensible. Would it be alright if I left early today to prepare for the trip?
#Person1#: that's not a problem. Have a nap if you can. You don't know how tight the schedule is for this business trip.","#Person1# tells #Person2# about #Person2#'s business trip to Shanghai, which includes the means of transportation, time of negotiation meeting, and the location of the hotel. #Person2# then asks for leave to prepare for the trip."
"#Person1#: I've got some bad news about the bike you lent me.
#Person2#: What's that?
#Person1#: I fell on the way to school, and your bike got scratched. I'm really sorry.
#Person2#: Don't worry about it. It's not new, it already has a few scratches. Did you get hurt?
#Person1#: No, thank you.
#Person2#: That's the most important thing.
#Person1#: It's kind of you to say. I feel a little stupid.
#Person2#: Forget about it.
#Person1#: When you lent me the bike, it looked brand new, almost anyway.
#Person2#: Maybe, but really I have fallen a couple of times and it's been hit once or twice as well.
#Person1#: I appreciate that, thank you.",#Person1# apologizes to #Person2# for getting #Person2#'s bike scratched. #Person2# comforts #Person1# for it's not a new bike.
"#Person1#: Hello!
#Person2#: Hi, Jenny! Jason here. It's great to hear your voice again.
#Person1#: Hi, Jason! Long time no see. How's the hotel?
#Person2#: It's pretty nice, but I'm going to start looking for an apartment soon. Hotel living is not for me.
#Person1#: I know what you mean.
#Person2#: How about you? When are you leaving for Berkeley?
#Person1#: I am leaving in two weeks.
#Person2#: So soon! Well, I'd really like to see you again before you leave. Would you like to go out with me on Friday? I'd like to take you to dinner and maybe a movie or something afterwards.
#Person1#: Oh, I am sorry, Jason. I've already got plans for Friday evening. How about Saturday?
#Person2#: Saturday is fine. I'll make dinner reservations for 7 o'clock. Is that ok?
#Person1#: 7 is fine with me.
#Person2#: Great. I'll pick you up at six thirty.
#Person1#: I'll be waiting.","Jason calls Jenny and asks Jenny about the time of leaving for Berkeley. They want to see each other before Jenny's leave, so they arrange dinner on Saturday."
"#Person1#: Jack, what do you think about the election?
#Person2#: I think the campaign is a blockbuster.
#Person1#: How many people have flung their hats into the ring?
#Person2#: Finally 100 candidates ran for one seat.
#Person1#: Who do you think will be elected?
#Person2#: It's hard to say. They all had an active campaign to round up the votes.
#Person1#: I think Mr. White would be elected, you know he has spent millions in this campaign and he blasted the opposition in his campaign speech.
#Person2#: Maybe. Who knows?",#Person1# asks Jack about his impressions of the election and #Person1# thinks Mr. White would be elected.
"#Person1#: Hey, buddy. Are the fish biting today?
#Person2#: They sure are. They are practically jumping in the boat.
#Person1#: Is that so? Well, what kind of bait are you using?
#Person2#: We're catching most of our fish with lures.
#Person1#: Lures? We're using live bait over here.
#Person2#: What kind of live bait are you using? Worms or minnows?
#Person1#: We're using worms.
#Person2#: Are you having any luck with the worms?
#Person1#: No, we haven't even gotten a nibble today.
#Person2#: That's too bad. Why don't you try using lures instead?
#Person1#: I would, but I don't have any in my tackle box.
#Person2#: That's too bad. Well, where are you fishing?
#Person1#: I'm just fishing from the shore. How about you?
#Person2#: We went out in our boat. I have a favorite fishing hole out there.
#Person1#: Sweet. Can you tell me where it is?
#Person2#: Oh no, I can't tell you. It's a secret. Say, why don't you go over by the lily pads and try fishing there?
#Person1#: Do you think that's a good spot?
#Person2#: Sure, I used to catch my legal limit of bass there all the time.
#Person1#: Thanks. I think I'll go check that out now.
#Person2#: Good luck. I hope you each some fish.","#Person2# catches fish with lures and #Person1# uses worms, but #Person1# hasn't got any fish, so #Person1# asks #Person2# about the location for fishing. #Person2# advises #Person1# to try fishing by the lily pads."
"#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.
"#Person1#: So, tell me about you new house. How is it different to your old one?
#Person2#: Well, first of all, it's much bigger. It has the same number of rooms, but each room is larger. We also have a larger garden, which our dog loves, of course!
#Person1#: So, it's a three-bedrooms detached house?
#Person2#: Yes. One bedroom is for my wife and I. there's another for our daughter. My wife wants to use the third one as a guest room, but I'd like to make it into a study. Our daughter is also keen on making it a study, so that's probably what will happen.
#Person1#: What's the kitchen like? I know both you and your wife like to cook.
#Person2#: That's one of the main reason we chose that particular house. The kitchen and dining room are together. It's really large.
#Person1#: Are the rooms nice and bright?
#Person2#: Yes, they are. That's very important to us. We like to live in a home with plenty of natural light. Each room has large windows.
#Person1#: Do you have a balcony?
#Person2#: No, we don't. We wish we had one. That's the only thing we wanted, but don't have. The area is very nice and the neighbours seem friendly.
#Person1#: You're right on the edge of the city, aren't you? There can't be much noise or traffic there. Is it easy to get into city centre?
#Person2#: It's a very quiet neighbourhood. There's some traffic, but not much. It's not very difficult to get to the city centre, but you must remember to turn left and right at the right places or you'll get lost. So when are you going to drop by?","#Person2# tells #Person1# that his new house has the same number of rooms with three-bedrooms, a kitchen, and a dining room but is much bigger than the previous one. #Person2# tells that there is no balcony and the house is on the edge of the city."
"#Person1#: Good afternoon, may I help you?
#Person2#: I have booked a table for 3 this evening. I would like to cancel it.
#Person1#: May I have your name, please?
#Person2#: Sure. Brown, Mike Brown. and we have reserved a table next to the door.
#Person1#: Yes, I see. We will cancel your order.",#Person2# helps Brown cancel the reservation because Brown has reserved another table.
"#Person1#: Is that Mr. Green?
#Person2#: This is him speaking.
#Person1#: I am calling to inform you that we're happy to have you with us. Welcome aboard, I'm sure your friend would have given you a lot of information of our school and its motto, ways of teaching, etc.
#Person2#: Yes. I am very glad to have the chance.",#Person2# informs Mr. Green that Mr. Green can join them.
"#Person1#: I'm thirsty. Pull over to that store, I'll buy some drinks.
#Person2#: I'm afraid I can't. Parking is not allowed here.
#Person1#: Oh, that's too bad. Where can you park around here?
#Person2#: There is a square in front of us, we can park the car there.
#Person1#: Is a shop there?
#Person2#: I'm not sure, you know I'm not familiar with the city, too.
#Person1#: Just stop here for a moment. The police will not notice.
#Person2#: No, that's too risky.
#Person1#: All right. Let's go to the square to have a look.",#Person1# asks #Person2# to park the car and buy some drinks. #Person2# disagrees because parking is not allowed and it is too risky.
"#Person1#: Doctor, I slipped and fell on my way to school. The ground is so slippery from the snow. It seems I can't move my left arm now.
#Person2#: Let me see. Roll up your sleeve, please. Um. . . it's swollen and red here. I'm afraid we'll need to take an X-ray to see if it's broken.
#Person1#: What if it's broken?
#Person2#: Then we'll put you in a cast.
#Person1#: What do you mean by a cast?
#Person2#: Well, we apply tape and plaster to from a solid enclosure to protect the bones from moving. In this way they will heal properly. Take it easy. It won't hurt you. Let me see. The X-ray picture indicates that your humerus is broken in two places. And you'll have to wear the cast for three weeks. You'll need to come back in two weeks, so I can have another look.",The doctor asks #Person1# to take an X-ray and the doctor puts #Person1# in a cast because the X-ray picture shows that #Person1#'s humerus is broken.
"#Person1#: Let's go to the cinema by bus.
#Person2#: Better take the subway. It's far quicker and more convenient.
#Person1#: OK, it will be a new experience for me.
#Person2#: We have a rather comprehensive subway system here. You can get almost anywhere rather quickly on a subway, especially at this time of day when the traffic is heavy.
#Person1#: Where do we pay the fare?
#Person2#: Just give the man sitting there three yuan and he'll give you a ticket.
#Person1#: Do I have to pay an additional fare to change trains?
#Person2#: No, you don't have to. Here comes the train. Be careful! Subway doors open and close automatically.",#Person2# suggests #Person1# taking the subway because it's quicker and more convenient than taking the bus. Then #Person2# tells #Person1# about the fare of the subway.
"#Person1#: Consumer Credit Department. How may I help you?
#Person2#: I need some info on car loans. Such as payment periods, interest rates, things like that, please.
#Person1#: Certainly. Do you currently bank with us?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. I have a Current Account, a credit card and a mortgage with you already.
#Person1#: That's excellent. Well, for our Personal Automobile Consumer Loan we offer some really competitive rates. The maximum repayment period for this type of loan is 5 years.
#Person2#: I plan to repay it within 2 years. And the interest?
#Person1#: Of course, the interest rates depend on what is announced at the time, but at the moment, the interest for a 2 - year loan is 5. 29 %
#Person2#: So the rate is variable? OK, that's fine. How about the frequency of repayment?
#Person1#: We usually set up a direct debit system taking installments directly from your bank account on a monthly basis. And since you are already a valued customer, there should be no trouble in processing you application for this loan.
#Person2#: That's nice and easy. Thanks for your time.",#Person2# asks Consumer Credit Department about car loans and wants a 2-year loan. #Person1# tells #Person2# the interest of it is 5.29% and the repayment can be done by installment.
"#Person1#: Good morning. Miss Lee. My name is Alex Jones. I'm the new assistant in the office.
#Person2#: Welcome and nice to meet you. I heard you were coming today. Is today your first day here in the company?
#Person1#: Yes, I'm looking forward to meeting everybody and getting started on my new job.
#Person2#: First day is often exciting, isn't it? Here, let me show you to your desk. You can have this computer and telephone and share the copy machine with us in the office. How do you like it?
#Person1#: This is wonderful. Thank you for doing all this for me, Miss Lee.
#Person2#: You are welcome. And, please call me Betty.",Alex Jones comes to the office as a new assistant and Betty shows Alex to Alex's desk.
"#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.
"#Person1#: Did you hear about that accident on the 5? There was a sixty-two-car pile up.
#Person2#: No kidding! When did that happen?
#Person1#: Early this morning.
#Person2#: Oh, no.
#Person1#: Yeah. And a semi jack-knifed trying to miss a stalled car in the fast lane. You can imagine what happened after that.
#Person2#: Sixty two cars. Oath. Do they know how many casualties yet?
#Person1#: The count is up to seven right now and several are in critical condition.
#Person2#: That's amazingly low for such a huge accident!",#Person1# tells #Person2# about the accident that a sixty-two-car piled up and the number of casualties it has caused so far.
"#Person1#: I call this meeting to order. Thank you all in attendance today, I know it's a busy day for you all. We have a lot of material to cover today. Did everyone get an agenda?
#Person2#: I need a copy of the agenda. Also, may I suggest something? I know we have many points to review today, but would it be possible to limit our meeting time to finish before four o'clock? Many of us still have a mountain of work to do before the day's end.
#Person1#: We should be able to finish everything up before then. Let's run through the major points first, and see where we're at. The first matter of business is to approve the minutes of our last meeting.
#Person2#: I propose we accept the minutes.
#Person1#: Good. Do I have a second?
#Person2#: I second.
#Person1#: motion carried. Now, next on our agenda is our budget review. Margaret, can you please fill us in on where the budget review stands?
#Person2#: I gave everyone a copy of the manual last week. We've had the review board going over everything, and they have come up with a final review. Here's a copy for everyone, and if you have any questions, you can talk to me after the meeting. Basically, the budget review has been completed, with maybe a few polishing details left.
#Person1#: What kind of action is required?
#Person2#: If everyone could take a look at the final review handout, if there're any objections or corrections, let me know. Next week, we can cast the final approval.","#Person1# agrees to finish the meeting before four o'clock and starts by approving the minutes of their last meeting, then #Person1# asks Margaret to talk about the progress of the budget review. They will cast the final approval next week."
"#Person1#: Why are you reading the classifieds? What do you need?
#Person2#: I'm looking for a bookcase, but I don't want to buy a new one.
#Person1#: Are you having any luck?
#Person2#: Not really. There aren't any used bookcases listed. But there are a few rummage sales on Saturday. I think I'll go to them.
#Person1#: Do you mind if I go with you?
#Person2#: Not at all. These private sales are great places to bargain. And sometimes you can find terrific things among all the junk.
#Person1#: I learned to negotiate 9 from my mother. I thought I was pretty good at bargaining, but I had a problem the other day at Kimble's Department Store.
#Person2#: What happened?
#Person1#: I wanted to buy a beautiful wool sweater for my girlfriend. It was priced at forty dollars, so I started by offering the salesclerk thirty.","#Person2# wants a second-hand bookcase and will go to rummage sales. #Person1# will go with #Person2#, and #Person1# shares his bad experience about bargaining."
"#Person1#: What's for dinner?
#Person2#: Leftovers.
#Person1#: What? Leftovers of what and from when?
#Person2#: From last night! I took the left over turkey, mixed it with some diced peppers and onions, added a little bit of mayonnaise and made some sandwiches!
#Person1#: Isn't that dangerous though? I mean bacteria and germs reproducing on food that was left out or re-heated?
#Person2#: Well, I didn't leave the turkey out at room temperature for more than a an hour and I refrigerated it soon after we finished eating. Also, when reheating, I put it in the oven for fifteen minutes at one hundred degrees Celsius.
#Person1#: Well OK, I am just afraid of getting food poisoning.
#Person2#: Don't worry about it! Making a new meal out of leftovers is almost an art! Not only do you save money, but you also get to be creative and have something different to eat!",#Person1# thinks eating the leftovers may be dangerous because bacteria and germs may be reproduced. #Person1# comforts #Person1# by complimenting the way #Person1# reproduce the leftovers.
"#Person1#: What's your schedule like this year?
#Person2#: Pretty busy. I have to pick up a lot of credits this year.
#Person1#: What's your major?
#Person2#: I'm majoring in French literature.
#Person1#: Oh, don't you have to take that class on 18th century poetry? It's really difficult. I hear the students in that class have to write a paper 100 pages long.
#Person2#: That's right. We got the assignment last week.
#Person1#: When is it due?
#Person2#: Next Monday!
#Person1#: Remind me never to sign up for that course!",#Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# is busy and #Person2# takes the class that has a long paper to write.
"#Person1#: I want to lose some weight!
#Person2#: So do I!
#Person1#: I have a yoga class tomorrow. Do you want to come with me?
#Person2#: No, it's too expensive for me. I've decided to take some exercises on my own.
#Person1#: What are you going to do?
#Person2#: Run around the track. In the morning I run for an hour, and in the afternoon I run around the building.
#Person1#: Good, I am sure it will work if you can persist.
#Person2#: I hope so. Would you like to join me?
#Person1#: Sounds good!",#Person2# thinks yoga class is too expensive so #Person2# decides to take exercises on #Person2#'s own to lose weight.
"#Person1#: Thank you all for coming to our monthly staff correlation meeting. Today we have a lot of new things to introduce to you all, there will be a lot of changes in company policy to accommodate better employee welfare.
#Person2#: Employee welfare? What all does that include?
#Person1#: In the past, our welfare program has consisted of benefits packages only, meaning partial health insurance coverage and retirement plan. But we hope to boost morale by increasing incentives and adding additional welfare considerations.
#Person2#: What kind of considerations are we talking about?
#Person1#: It is proposed that from now on, employees will be given 10 paid sick days, in addition to their 2 week vacation periods. They will also be encouraged to maintain proper physical health with a company sponsored aerobics class on Friday nights. We have also consulted with the human resource department and have hired a new liaison between management and employees. Let's all welcome Ms. Michelle Cain to our team as our company's ombudsman.
#Person2#: Our company now has n ombudsman?
#Person1#: Yes, that's right. From now on, whenever you have a question or concern regarding anything that happens during the work day, Ms. Cain will be your advocate. If you believe there is anything inappropriate or unfair in the management practices, the ombudsman will be the first person you seek. Her job is to have your best interest at heart.",#Person1# talks about the previous welfare program and the current welfare considerations to #Person2# and mentions 10 paid sick days and a company-sponsored aerobics class. #Person1# also introduces the existence and functions of the ombudsman Ms. Cain in their company.
"#Person1#: I received an eviction notice from you, and I don't understand what it means.
#Person2#: Well, you are behind in your rent ; it's a 30 - day notice to vacate.
#Person1#: You can't make me move just for being late with my rent.
#Person2#: You have been late with your rent several times now. I am filing suit for back rent to protect myself.
#Person1#: Are you throwing me out?
#Person2#: This notice is to let you know that you will be evicted by a sheriff if you don't make good on your rent.
#Person1#: If I catch up on my rent, can I stay?
#Person2#: You can stay if you catch up and stay caught up. Otherwise, I will find another renter.
#Person1#: I will go get the money right now.
#Person2#: Thank you. Please make sure that you pay with cash or a cashier's check.",#Person2# gives #Person1# an eviction notice because #Person1# has been late with rent for several times. #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person1# can stay if #Person2# catches up on the rent.
"#Person1#: Look, here're two coins named Kai Yuan Tong Bao, the sort of coin made in memory of the founding of a new dynasty. These two coins were made in different periods of the Tang Dynasty.
#Person2#: How can you tell the difference? From what I see, they look almost the same.
#Person1#: The one made in the early Tang period is bigger and has more characters on it, while the one with smaller and elegant characters was made in late Tang period. Look carefully, and tell me if you see the difference now.
#Person2#: Yes, they are different! But it's too professional. What I need is just being able to tell the real from the fake. Do you know any method we can use to tell a fake ancient coin?
#Person1#: Various methods were used in history to produce fake coins. We usually send the coin to an authorized unit to have it tested by experts with special machines. We can judge it with naked eyes.
#Person2#: I see. By the way, China was more than once ruled by foreign tribes in history. Did they issue their own coins in China?
#Person1#: Certainly, they did. Liao Coins and Song Coins, for example, coexisted in circulation during the Southern Song and Yuan period some 800 -1000 years ago. The Liao Coins look plain and bold in style, just like the characteristics of the Mongolian tribe. Let me look for one and show you.
#Person2#: If you happen to find one, please bargain with the owner for it. I'd like to have one. It's interesting to see the integration of the Han and Mongolian cultures on this small piece of metal.",#Person1# explains to #Person2# the difference between two coins made in different periods of the Tang Dynasty and the methods to tell a fake ancient coin. #Person1# also introduces the existence of different coins made by various foreign tribes in different periods.
"#Person1#: Are we going to have dinner tonight?
#Person2#: What are you planning on making?
#Person1#: I'm not cooking dinner.
#Person2#: The only way you're eating tonight is if you cook.
#Person1#: I'm not sure what to cook for dinner.
#Person2#: I don't know. What do you want to eat?
#Person1#: I have a taste for some chicken and potatoes.
#Person2#: That sounds delicious.
#Person1#: So are you planning on cooking it?
#Person2#: I already told you that I'm not cooking tonight.
#Person1#: I'll cook dinner.
#Person2#: I already know. Start cooking.",#Person1# asks #Person2# what #Person2# is going to cooking for dinner. #Person2# refuses to cook so #Person1# will cook.
"#Person1#: Morrie, what is an AHT?
#Person2#: Well, AHT stands for animal health technician. I graduated from California's first AHT class at Pures College. Some of us may work in the countryside, taking care of cattle, horses or sheep. Some may work in research labs. But most of us work in pet hospitals.
#Person1#: I know that you work in a pet hospital. What do you do there?
#Person2#: We run blood and other tests, give shots and prepare medicine. We also cut nails, clean teeth, give bath and clean the cages. We help keep the clinic running smoothly, making sure there is enough medicine and equipment.
#Person1#: Indeed, you have so much to do. Doctor Blake told me that he couldn't have done so much without you.",Morrie explains the full name of AHT and a variety of jobs she does in a pet hospital to #Person1#.
"#Person1#: It is a lovely day, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes. Nice and sunny.
#Person1#: It's much better than last week. It was so warm and wet.
#Person2#: Yes, This is just wonderful. I kept wishing it would become cool and autumn would be here a little earlier this year.
#Person1#: Well, it seems that you got your wish. I wonder what it is going to be like tomorrow.
#Person2#: I didn't hear weather report on the radio.
#Person1#: Well, this afternoon we'll have to go to the farm.
#Person2#: Right. We'd better take umbrellas.",#Person1# and #Person2# talk about today's weather. #Person2# likes the weather today and they will go to the farm with umbrellas.
"#Person1#: Would you like some tea or coffee?
#Person2#: No, thank you. It's very late now. They will keep me awake the whole night.
#Person1#: Then, what about some water?
#Person2#: Yes, please.
#Person1#: Don't work too late since you are not in good health. You should be careful with your health.
#Person2#: I know, but I have to finish these reports tonight. Our manager will use them at the meeting tomorrow morning.
#Person1#: Can I help you with something?
#Person2#: No, I'm afraid you can't. Just turn down the TV a little so that it's not so noisy.
#Person1#: I will. I do hope that you will finish the reports soon and get some sleep.
#Person2#: Don't worry. It won't take me too long.",#Person2# cares about #Person1# and #Person2# only wants a cup of water because it is late and #Person1# has to finish the reports.
"#Person1#: What are you going to do after your return from New York?
#Person2#: I'm going to stay in the city.
#Person1#: What will you do all day?
#Person2#: I'm going to work with my father at the workshop. In the evening, I'll read books. On weekends, I'll go to the park with my family.
#Person1#: Have you ever worked?
#Person2#: No,but I can learn. What are you going to do this summer?
#Person1#: I'm going to camp. I've gone to camp for four summers.
#Person2#: I've never gone to camp. What do you do there?
#Person1#: We do many things. In the morning, we go swimming and boating. In the afternoon, we play volleyball or tennis. We sit around a campfire at night. We sing or tell stories.
#Person2#: That sounds wonderful.
#Person1#: It is wonderful. What's Wales going to do this summer?
#Person2#: I think he's going to the mountains with his parents.
#Person1#: Well, so long, Alice. Have fun.
#Person2#: You too, Leslie. Give my regards to Wales. I'll see you in October.",Alice and Leslie talk about their plans for the summer. Alice plans to work in the workshop and Leslie talks about the things she does when going camping. They also talk about Wales's plan.
"#Person1#: Hi Sweetie. Welcome home. We're ready to eat.
#Person2#: Well, there's something I ...
#Person1#: We have salmon and your favorite salad.
#Person2#: Oh, yeah. That sounds ... great.
#Person1#: Um, what's ... what's the deal? I worked really hard. Look, Look. For dessert, I made apple pie.
#Person2#: Well ... under most circumstances ...
#Person1#: Hon. What's? You ... I've never made a pie before. It took me like three hours.
#Person2#: Well, to be honest ...
#Person1#: What's wrong? [ Man laughing. ] Don't you like my cooking?
#Person2#: No, no, no.
#Person1#: I worked really hard!
#Person2#: I know, I know, I know, but to be honest, I just had a hamburger, fries, and a chocolate shake.
#Person1#: Why? WHY?
#Person2#: I'm sorry. I didn't know.
#Person1#: I told you this morning I was making something nice. Didn't you listen?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, I forgot. I mean ... Wait ...
#Person1#: Serious.
#Person2#: Yeah, wait. Wait, wait. What are you doing? Why are you putting the food in my shoes?
#Person1#: So you can enjoy it as you walk to work tomorrow.
#Person2#: Oh, no. I'm sorry!",#Person1# has prepared the meal for #Person2# but #Person2# has finished the meal before getting home. #Person1# is angry and put the food in #Person2#'s shoes.
"#Person1#: Hi. Mike. How did your weekend go?
#Person2#: Fine. I went back to visit my grandma in the countryside.
#Person1#: Lucky you. What did you do there?
#Person2#: I went for a walk in the hills with some of my friends.
#Person1#: Was it good?
#Person2#: Yes. the scenery was amazing. The whole hillside was very red.
#Person1#: How wonderful! Do anything else?
#Person2#: We went on a picnic on Sunday.
#Person1#: Did you like it?
#Person2#: Very enjoyable. By the way, Lisa. what about your Weekend?
#Person1#: Don't ask me. Mike.
#Person2#: What happened?
#Person1#: I have got a cold. I could do nothing but lie in bed.
#Person2#: Oh. dear.","Mike thinks that his weekend was good because he visited his grandma in the countryside and walked with his friends in the hills, while Lisa has got a cold."
"#Person1#: So tell me a little more about yourself, Sharon.
#Person2#: Well, when I graduated from drama school, I tried to get a job as an actress in Hollywood.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: Yeah, but I didn't get any parts. Two years later, I finally got a job with Universal Studios.
#Person1#: So you finally got to be an actress?
#Person2#: No, I'm a tour guide at the studio!But while I'm on the job, I get to see a lot of stars!","Sharon tells #Person1# that she tried to get a job as an actress, but she is a tour guide now."
"#Person1#: Hello, everyone and welcome to the Dating Game, where men and women meet the people of their dreams. Now, let's have our contestants introduce themselves, and then Sarah can ask some questions. Here we go. Contestant number one.
#Person2#: Hi, Sarah. My name is Ryan, nd I'm 27 years old, and I work as a doctor at City Hospital. I enjoy reading books on history, hiking with my dog, Amelia, and eating Japanese food. I also like a woman who loves adventure, is open to new ideas, and likes discussing world politics and government.
#Person1#: Okay. Well, thank you, Ryan. Let's go on to Contestant Number 2.
#Person3#: Hi. I'm Nate. I'm 24 years old, and I am a guitar player in a rock band. I love traveling to new countries, watching action movies, and playing video games with my friends. And I love women who like my music, don't mind loud rock music, and a person who loves a good cheeseburger over the grill. I think I'm the man for you.
#Person1#: Well, thank you Nate. That's Contestant Number 2. Let's go on to Contestant Number 3.
#Person4#: Hello. My name is Charles. I'm 29 years old, and I teach English at the University of Utah. In my free time, I enjoy mountain biking, gardening, and raising chickens in my back yard. I also help feed the homeless once a week. I also speak three languages, and I prefer women who have a good sense of humor, and cook all kinds of food, and who find joy in serving others.
#Person1#: Well, there we have it. Three contestants. And we will have Sarah ask these contestants questions after right after this commercial break.","#Person1# hosts the Dating game. Before Sarah asks her questions, the three contestants Ryan, Nate, and Charles give a self-introduction about their age, career, hobbies, and their ideal type of women."
"#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, then the other. 
#Person1#: That's a good idea. You are really creative. ",#Person2# shares #Person2#'s method of practicing spoken English with #Person1#. #Person2# talks to himself when there's no partner.
"#Person1#: your mp3 looks so cool. Where did you get it? 
#Person2#: I bought it online. 
#Person1#: really? Do you often shop online? 
#Person2#: yes. I buy most of my daily necessities online. 
#Person1#: I've never tried E-shopping. Is it better than shopping at an actual store? 
#Person2#: yes, much better. You can log in a website, browse through many items and categories comfortably at home, order the goods, pay by credit or debit card, and the goods will be delivered to your home. 
#Person1#: sounds good, and I don't have to queue up at the cashier. 
#Person2#: and you can still go 'window shopping' just like in a real shopping mall. 
#Person1#: well, are there any other advantages? 
#Person2#: yes, most of the shops are closed at 22 or even earlier, but the internet operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and can be accessed anywhere. 
#Person1#: are there many choices of online shopping? 
#Person2#: sure. You can buy almost anything you can think of. 
#Person1#: perhaps I should have a try. ",#Person2# talks about the advantages of online shopping to #Person1# and compares e-shopping with shopping at an actual store. There are numerous choices online and it opens all day long.
"#Person1#: Tell me about the people at work.
#Person2#: Well, the sales manager used to work in a department store. His name's Rick Dillon and I think I told you that the man who owns the company used to be a tennis player.
#Person1#: Carlos Sanchez?
#Person2#: Ah huh, and my friend Ben Ya Camorra. He's Mr. Sanchez's assistant.
#Person1#: His assistant?
#Person2#: Yes, and the woman who is in charge of the Human Resources Department is Susan Sullivan.
#Person1#: Is she the one who gave you all those forms to fill in?
#Person2#: Yes, then there is our receptionist, Sarah Gleason. She used to be a teacher and the person who designs are web pages used to work for a magazine, which is full of ads. You know, her name's Mariah Artigas.
#Person1#: Sounds interesting.",#Person2# introduces the people at their office and their respective positions at work to #Person1#.
"#Person1#: Ah, Mary. What did you have to go and do that for?
#Person2#: Do what?
#Person1#: You know what I am talking about. Why did you go and tell Mrs. Jones how much money I'm going to make? Now she will go and tell the whole world.
#Person2#: I'm sorry, Frank.
#Person1#: Yeah, but you know she talks to everybody and their brothers.
#Person2#: Well, I apologize. I guess I wasn't thinking. I got all excited.
#Person1#: Oh, well. It's done now. I guess it doesn't matter that much, anyway. They will know in the end. Everyone in this town got a big nose.
#Person2#: You know it is really a lot of money for a first job.",#Person1# blames Mary for telling Mrs. Jones about #Person1#'s salary because Mrs. Jones has a big nose.
"#Person1#: What is the biggest holiday that your family celebrates? For my family, it's the New Year.
#Person2#: That is a big one for us, too. But even more important our birthdays.
#Person1#: Oh, Why is that?
#Person2#: I think my grandparents started the tradition. They met and got married when they were older. They thought they would not be able to have children. When their first baby was born they were so happy. They decided that every birthday for their children would be a big event.
#Person1#: So that tradition passed on to your parents?
#Person2#: Right. Even now, my parents take the day off work to celebrate my birthday with me. My Mother cooks a special dinner and my father gives me beautiful clothes or jewelry.",#Person2# tells #Person1# that birthday is the biggest event to celebrate because it is a tradition from #Person2#'s grandparents.
"#Person1#: Sir is this the right subway for Chinatown?
#Person2#: Yes, you get off at Brown Street, cross it to reach Green Street, walk along Green Street and turn into Canal Street at the first crossing. Chinatown is right there.
#Person1#: Shall I take the expresser local train?
#Person2#: Take the express, the price is the same, but it saves you a lot of time. The local train stops at every station.
#Person1#: How much is the fair?
#Person2#: $1 for the entire line. You should pay 30 cents to get off here.",#Person1# asks the means of transport to Chinatown and #Person2# introduces and suggests the express.
"#Person1#: Let's workout the schedule for your stay here, Mister Smith.
#Person2#: Alright, I will stay here for 3 days and will fly back the day after tomorrow.
#Person1#: So we'll get down to business today. We're going to visit the showroom this morning and you could find out about the product that you're interested in.
#Person2#: Alright, I'd also like to visit your factory to see your workshop.
#Person1#: We're planning so. How about this afternoon?
#Person2#: OK, no problem.
#Person1#: We'll discuss our contract tomorrow.
#Person2#: Yes, certainly. Hopefully we'll reach an agreement that satisfies us.
#Person1#: That'll be great. The day after tomorrow I'll take you on a tour of the city in the morning, so you could do some shopping.
#Person2#: That's fine and I'll leave in the afternoon.
#Person1#: What do you think of the arrangements?
#Person2#: Sounds perfect. Thank you.","#Person1# talks with Mister Smith about his schedule including a visit to the factory, the city, and the contract discussion. Mister Smith is satisfied with it."
"#Person1#: Hi, there, what are you looking forward today?
#Person2#: I'm just looking.
#Person1#: Well, how about a ring for someone special?
#Person2#: There is no one special.
#Person1#: Well, take a look at this CD player. A great bargain, today only.
#Person2#: No, I already have one. Plus, the handle is damaged.
#Person1#: OK, what about this leather jacket? It would look great on you.
#Person2#: Emm, brown is the one color I hate. I'll pass.
#Person1#: OK. Well, wouldn't you like to walk home with some of these great records, some of the best hits from the nineteen sixties.
#Person2#: Yeah, let's see. Now here's something I'd, ah, these records are all scratched.
#Person1#: Just in a couple places, listen. I'll sell you these 10 records for $50 a steal.
#Person2#: Wow, they're way too expensive. I'll give you $25 for them.
#Person1#: Ah, come on, I can't charge you less than $30 in break-even.
#Person2#: Well, that guy over there is selling similar records for a much better price. So, thanks anyway.
#Person1#: Wait, wait, wait! You drive a hard bargain. $28 and that's my final offer.
#Person2#: Emm, I'll take them.",#Person2# refuses #Person1#'s recommendations of CD players and a leather jacket. #Person2# bargains with #Person1# over 10 records and they make a deal at $28.
"#Person1#: Tom, can you get the vegetables out of the fridge, please?
#Person2#: Lettuce and carrots?
#Person1#: We need carrots, but not lettuce. And can you see the peppers?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Two of those as well. We'll cut them into small pieces.
#Person2#: Fine. Shall I turn the cooker on?
#Person1#: Yes, nice and hot, please.
#Person2#: 190 degrees?
#Person1#: Put it at 220 for now, and then we can change it to 200 later.
#Person2#: OK, the vegetables are ready?
#Person1#: Good. We can roast them together with the fish.
#Person2#: How long will it take?
#Person1#: Will cook it hot for 15 minutes, and then 25 minutes at a lower temperature. So in 40 minutes, it'll be ready.
#Person2#: Great. I'm going to watch TV for a few minutes.
#Person1#: Actually, can you do this little bit of washing up? I'm going to make a dessert.
#Person2#: OK.","#Person1# asks Tom to get the carrots out of the fridge, cut the peppers, put the cooker at 220 and wash something up."
"#Person1#: We want to order some of these products.
#Person2#: Mr. Thomas, this is a standard size.
#Person1#: Can you supply us right away?
#Person2#: Yes, we have plenty on hand right now.
#Person1#: Good, we'll take 500 suits.
#Person2#: OK, thanks for the order.",Mr. Thomas orders 500 suits from #Person2#.
"#Person1#: You still have not given me those files I ' Ve asked you for.
#Person2#: I ' m sorry, Mr. Myers. I ' Ve just been so busy today.
#Person1#: I really don ' t want to hear your excuses, Janet. We ' re running a busy office here. You ' re going to have to keep up.
#Person2#: You ' re right, sir. I apologize. I ' ll get those files for you now.",Janet apologizes to Mr. Myers for not giving him the files he asked for.
"#Person1#: I wish the politicians would quit digging up dirt about each other's past.
#Person2#: I know. It really makes a mess of the whole election process.
#Person1#: And it takes up all the news.
#Person2#: The problem is that there always a large number of people who eat that kind of stuff up.
#Person1#: It's so small. The fact that there is public interest, doesn't say much for us as the public.
#Person2#: Have you ever listened to AM radio? It's quite a different experience than the traditional news stations on TV and FM radio.
#Person1#: I don't remember the last time I listened to AM radio.
#Person2#: Another place you can get real insight is European papers. You can get them on-line.",#Person1# is fed up with the news full of politicians' dirty past. #Person2# recommends AM radio and European papers to get real insight.