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#Person1#: Can you please give me a hand? I can't carry the heavy box.
#Person2#: I'm afraid not. Don't you see I'm looking up a word in the dictionary?
#Person1#: I think you are flicking through it.
#Person2#: Well, wait a minute. | #Person1# wants #Person2# to give a hand, but #Person2# doesn't do so. |
User Interface: See things Why is my screen crazy ?
Industrial Designer: Well let us see I am going to bore you with a couple of descriptions of the interior Just to to make it more obvious what we have to fit in there and that we do have to fit the stuff in there I have more information on possible materials as well What we can and can not do but let us just wait for this to load up and I will show you what we are talking about here The details of the components design as you can see there what we have is the board main board of the remote control The underside that is pretty cheap piece of of technology really top left side you can see the chip which is the what we were talking about this was is the device to recognise the signals the input and it passes it on to a row of further transistors and stuff like that on the right side that actually amplify the signal which later on is being is being transferred to a infrared lamp which then of course shines infrared light onto the television which then will recognise what signal it is getting and will do what you tell it So much for the the workings of the of the remote control itself Its job is to wait for you to press a key then to translate that key press into infrared light signals that are received by the television When you press a key you complete a specific connection The chip senses the connection and knows what button you pressed It produces a morse code line signal specific to that button Right Pretty clear Transistor amplifies the signal and then sends the m sends the signal to the LED which translates the signal into infrared light The sensor in the TV can see the infrared light and seeing the signal reacts appropriately This is the circuit board from the other side the lower part of it I do not know if you can see that properly with the green greenish board is is what we what we saw in the first the first slide just flipped over you can see the circuit board itself That is the cheapest way to make electronic connections basically on the market what you do is you have do not have cables but you have the connections actually in these in these lines on the on the board These are the actual keys that are being pressed They close the electric circuit That then sends the signal to the chip on the other side That would be behind here which sends it over to the transistors and all that stuff that amplify the signal and all that is being sent to the infrared lamp up there Now as you can see this is the the rubber button version of it the way it works is that you have the keys here The rubber button has a little metal plate on the other side which closes the circuit here And thus gives on the signal Now this is the simple version we are talking this this the simple and cheapest version at the same time We are talking something more complicated of course it is going to be more expensive as well And not only that we are also restricted in the use of our outer she will or in the material that we could use for our outer she will I have gotten some information that we could use for the case material plastic rubber as well rubber that is used in these antistress balls So it is pretty squishy That would that would serve that purpose we could also use wood or titanium | Marketing thought that making the remote look cool and modern was important. Marketing also thought that many buttons could be removed or combined. Marketing also thought a tracking device and speech recognition could be good ideas. |
wealthy bookshop owner: Diversification of assets is a good thing.
well off business man: I see you have diversified too, you don't just sell books, what a great little store
wealthy bookshop owner: Have you come across anything you like?
well off business man: Not today good friend, do you have any idea where that stray cat came from?
wealthy bookshop owner: Must have wandered in I guess.
well off business man: Little kitty, catch the mice and we won't kick you out
wealthy bookshop owner: Thankfully I cannot say that I have seen any of them, though it could not hurt for the cat to keep an eye on that.
well off business man: They are always a nuicince, one of my businesses is a bakery. Hey we could combine our buisinesses, a bakery and a book store
wealthy bookshop owner: Do you think that would work out, I mean they seem to appeal to a different crowd.
Summarize the dialogue | well off business man is in a bookshop. He is interested in the stray cat that wandered in. The cat will catch mice for wealthy bookshop owner. |
#Person1#: Hello, 332440.
#Person2#: Oh hello, Sally. This is Dave Thomson here. Could I speak to Jim please?
#Person1#: I'm afraid he's not in at the moment Dave. He went out about an hour ago and he's not back yet.
#Person2#: Any idea when he might be back?
#Person1#: Well, he shouldn't be long. He said he was just going to get some paint. But I wouldn't be surprised if he's stopped off at the pub on the way back.
#Person2#: OK. well, tell him I've called, will you, and I'll try again later.
#Person1#: All right. Goodbye, Dave.
#Person2#: Thanks then Sally. Goodbye. | Dave calls Jim but Jim is out. Sally tells Dave Jim's whereabouts. |
Henry: My wife is pregnant!
Will: Congrats!
Jacob: I'm sorry dude
Jacob: I was also happy when my gf got pregnant
Jacob: But now it's a nightmare
Jacob: The baby cries all night
Jacob: I don't have life
Jacob: I'm tired all the time
Jacob: And my sex life is non-existent :-( | Henry's wife is pregnant. Will congratulates him. Jacob has a baby that cries all night. Jacob is tired and doesn't have any sex life. |
#Person1#: Good morning, Miss Wang.
#Person2#: Good morning, Mr. Lee.
#Person1#: It's a beautiful morning, isn't it?
#Person2#: Oh, it's a nice day, indeed.
#Person1#: I hope it won't be too hot. I can't stand the heat.
#Person2#: Really? For me, too. | Miss Wang and Mr.Lee think it's a beautiful morning. |
guard: It is justice! When it comes to the law! No vengenance or we would let the people that are harmed do their own justice
enemy: So it's wrong to want to hunt down those that have harmed my family? Stolen my deeds? I think it's only justice if that's what the victim wants to happen.
guard: I believe you have not been judged yet. You will go to court and if found innocent of your crime... then you will be released
enemy: And what's the chances of that? I have no chance in your courts, I'm not from these lands.
guard: I would assume if you are here, then you have done something in this kingdom. Why not seek justice? Instead of revenge.
enemy: It is justice in my eyes. I feel if you take everything a man has, it'd be dishonorable of him not to take your life or die trying.
Summarize the dialogue | The guard is against the idea of vengeance. The enemy is not from the kingdom and he wants to seek justice. |
traveler: I'm traveling with this group of merchants, together to avoid the bandits that lurk. Have you seen any?
iguana: Many people I see, and some I speak to. I do not enquire everyone's business of them
traveler: 'Tis wise behavior. Many a merchant could learn from you.
iguana: what strange, slimy skin humans have!
traveler: Ha! And yours is ... flaky and cool. Seems you are right at home in the desert.
iguana: I am at home anywhere, friend. I am very .. adaptable
traveler: Adaptability is key. Now, if you will, tell me your secrets to blend in, for I fear the bandits.
iguana: Alas I fear you have not the physiology for it, good Sir
traveler: So true. I once used a cloak in an effort to make myself invisible. Alas, I fear I was swindled.
Summarize the dialogue | iguana is traveling with a group of merchants to avoid the bandits. |
bride: I'm so happy to be at the top of the mountain about to marry the love of my life! My wedding planner certainly made the perfect wedding for us!
groom: This is the best view in all the kingdom. Nothing else would be worthy of my bride.
bride: I am so in love with you! I know we will be happy forever!
groom: The sword I created for the king is priceless. My plan is that he will gift us land for us to start our home.
bride: Can we see the land from here?
groom: We can see the entire kingdom from here. Just to the left of this rock, if you look far, you will see a lake. Our land is around that lake.
bride: It looks so beautiful! I know our home will be the most lovely I have ever seen! I'm so excited to live there with you.
groom: The king has planned a gala for our wedding tomorrow. All in the land will be present. The army will be protecting the borders while all attend our wedding.
Summarize the dialogue | bride and groom are getting married tomorrow. The king will gift them land. |
local: Good day old man. How goes it this fine evening?
old man: Hello, fine fine. What brings you here?
local: Just some mead and a bite to eat.
old man: Yes, me too. What are the police doing here?
local: I am not sure, perchance looking for a criminal.
old man: Strange. Did something happen?
local: Not that I heard, I have been here a few hours now.
old man: Oh okay, that's good then. I am glad they aren't looking for me
local: Have you done something you fear capture for?
old man: I made a golem. It only does my chores though
local: You have ways with magic?
old man: Yes, I am what they call a wizard
local: You would be good to not say such things aloud. they'll burn you for that.
Summarize the dialogue | old man and local are having a drink and eating. The police are not looking for the old man. The old man made a golem. |
person: Have you ever seen any outlandish wishes?
guard: Oh people mostly wish for love
person: That's funny that you mention that. This one over here, I think it mentions you. It is asking the Goddess to open your eyes and see the love that stands in front of you. It is signed "Adria." Do you know an Adria?
guard: I'm afraid I don't
person: Perhaps you should go find her. I can stay here and guard the statue while you go. Here, take this flower to give to her.
guard: I am forbidden to leave this place
person: Oh, surely you may leave just for a little bit. You can't let anything stand in the way of true love! Don't worry, I will protect the Goddess.
guard: I just don't know you the Goddess has not given me a vision of you protecting her I must stay
person: Ah, but this Goddess is a tired Goddess. How many hundreds of years has she been standing here, granting wishes. Now it is time for her to grant a wish that gives you happiness!
Summarize the dialogue | Guard is forbidden to leave the place. Person offers to stay and guard the statue while the guard goes to find Adria. |
Kelly: I still haven't received the rent money. Did you check with your bank?
John: Yes. I definitely sent it last week.
Kelly: But I still don't have it. Can you please check that you sent it to the right account.
John: OK. Give me 5 min.
Kelly: OK
John: I checked and the money did go out of my account last week.
Kelly: What account number did you send it to?
John: 44-1278
Kelly: No wonder! My account number is 44-1279. You sent it to someone else's account.
John: Fuck!!!! Damn! Fuck!
John: I'm really sorry!
Kelly: I still need the rent money though.
John: I'm really sorry I'll have to go to the bank tomorrow and ask if they can re-send it to the right account.
Kelly: Thanks! | Kelly hasn't received the rent money, because John sent it to the wrong bank account. He will go to the bank to tackle the issue. |
Marry: the fog today is awful
Ben: I know, u can't see in 1m distance
Marry: u sure u wanna go today?
Marry: it is dangerous to drive a car like that
Ben: don't worry, I'll be carefull
Marry: I know, but the others I don't trust
Ben: I'll be alright, let u know when I get there
Marry: ok, be carefull!
Ben: Love u! | There's a thick fog today. Marry is worried about Ben driving, but he will drive anyway. Ben will let Marry know when he gets there. |
Dean: Hey sweetheart
Dean: What's for dinner tonight :D
Poppy: Hey
Poppy: Dunno?
Dean: What do you mean you dunno :D
Poppy: Well, I'm not preparing anything tonight
Poppy: So I dunno
Dean: Nooo whyy I'm starving
Poppy: Grab something on the way back home
Dean: I guess I will!
Dean: What would you like me to get for you? :*
Poppy: Nothing I won't be home tonight
Dean: ???
Dean: You won't?
Poppy: Yeah I won't
Dean: What's up?
Poppy: Nothing
Poppy: I'll see you tomorrow
Dean: Where are you going to be tonight then?
Poppy: Not telling
Dean: :O
Dean: Why
Poppy: Because it's a secret
Poppy: :O
Dean: :O
Poppy: :O | Poppy is not going to be home tonight but she won't reveal the reason to Dean. She won't be making dinner so Dean has to get something on his way home. |
Marc: Hey, a very random question. What was the name of this database of Argentinian legal documents you told me 100 years ago
John: INFOLEG
John: I think it's still active though
Marc: 😂
Marc: Thanks man
John: xx | The database of Argentinian legal documents that John told Marc about some time ago is called INFOLEG. |
child: Cool! I like digging in the dirt.
agricultural advisor: You will love this class then. You must be new, what is your name?
child: I'm Cindy. My mommy and daddy like me best. What's your name?
agricultural advisor: I am Hogarth Winsensnap. The adviser to the Queen on all things horticultural.
child: That's a funny name! I'm a bad girl. Watch me run to that tree over there!
agricultural advisor: Oh, i see you already know speed pruning! How clever.
child: hee hee speed pruning! I carved your initials in the big tree, Mr. W. Want a snack:
agricultural advisor: Did you bring enough for the whole class?
child: No, I only brought enough for one.
agricultural advisor: Well then we better get busy planting these cherry trees.
child: Okay! It'll be nice to use a shovel instead of my hands to dig. I'm eating this snack!
agricultural advisor: Oh yes, no hands here. We did with our feet.
Summarize the dialogue | Cindy is new at the class. She likes digging in the dirt. She is a bad girl. She carved Hogarth Winsensnap's initials in the big tree. She brought a snack for herself. |
Marcy: We're travelling to Georgia next month and I was thinking about entering Abkhazia
Jenny: Do you know anything about it?
Galina: I don't really think it's possible
Galina: it seems that one can enter Abkhazia only from Russia
Tom: oh no!
Galina: I'm not even sure if it's safe for someone with the Georgian visa in the passport
Galina: but google it
Jenny: we will, thanks! | According to Galina there is only one way to enter Abkhazia - from Russian side. She doesn't think it is safe with Georgian visa. She advises doing more research on the internet. |
Leo: Do you know if doctor Olsen sees patients today?
Bruno: Yes from 9-10
Anne: After 4 pm
Leo: from 9 to 10 or after 4 pm??
Theo: You need to call the clinic and set an appointment
Uri: Useless to call. Be there at 3 pm
Uri: He starts at 4
Uri: Last Friday I was the first one
Uri: I got attended quickly
Uri: Which normally doesn't happen
Leo: I'll call the clinic
Leo: I need to see him today
Leo: I'm really sick | Leo is sick and needs to know doctor Olsen's working hours today. Uri advises to be there at 3 pm. Leo decides to check with the clinic. |
guard: Who goes there?
person: IT IS ME, WHO ARE YOU?
guard: I am a royal guard of the king
person: well i am sorry royal guard of the king, I am a thief.
guard: Take that you filthy scoundrel
person: no way you ever catch me!
guard: I'll be taking that!
person: no!!!! my precious!!! Silly man!
guard: These belong to the kingdom, not to you
person: then at least let me take this. Please? I am very poor, and although a scoundrel I still pay taxes like the rest of us!
guard: No, that is also the kings. The king owns all
person: I am a poor, broken, man. I have eighteen children. And seventeen are redheads!
guard: Should have tried for the ruby then lol
Summarize the dialogue | Guard is a royal guard of the king. Person is a thief. Guard wants person to give him back the stolen goods. Person refuses. Guard takes the stolen goods. |
#Person1#: The police need our help finding a robber.
#Person2#: How do you know?
#Person1#: The TV news is reporting a bank robbery.
#Person2#: Do they know what the robber looks like?
#Person1#: Yes, he's 6 feet tall, 200 pounds, black hair, and about 30 years old.
#Person2#: What race is he?
#Person1#: They didn't say.
#Person2#: The TV news doesn't tell us the race anymore.
#Person1#: Of course not. That would be racist.
#Person2#: But how can we identify someone if we don't know their race?
#Person1#: Don't ask me.
#Person2#: Then they also shouldn't tell us if the robber is male or female, because that is sexist. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the police need help to find a robber and describes what the robber looks like. #Person2# thinks the TV news should tell them the robber's race. |
maid: All it does is cause me to need to clean more! It has never been properly trained to potty outside!
the queen: He can do his business where ever he pleases. He is a royal dog after all. Plus we pay you to clean after him!
maid: Only food and shelter, no actual wages. There's a term for that you know - slavery!
the queen: It should be an honor for to slave away here then! People in the Kingdom would kill to be in your position.
maid: Well, kill someone here certainly. There is talk of revolution in every quarter.
the queen: A revolution?! Surely not! Do these people not appreciate all that i have done for them?
maid: Appreciate what? Perpetual slavery? I think not!
the queen: Alright then, have it your way! Here's a trinket worth more than your yearly wage. Take it!
maid: And what about the other thousands of slave in the Kingdom? And more than my yearly wage is still nothing!
Summarize the dialogue | maid is angry with the queen because she has to clean after the royal dog. The queen offers her a trinket worth more than her yearly wage. |
Julia: Missed my uber, could you order me another one?
George: Julia...
Julia: What? He left too early :/
Anne: I'll order you one, where are you exactly?
Julia: George Street 32, thanks dear! | Julia missed her uber. Anne will order one for her. Julia is at George Street 32. |
peasant: Indeed, I have! But the poverty is so great in this village. Have you not seen your people's suffering?
god: Uh.. oh yeah sure! I am totally aware of it, of course! Out of the way, blind boy. Jeez, they give me such crappy knights to guard me. one would assumed I'd get better company here. So, what you need from me?
peasant: Ah, well, a job would be wonderful! Perhaps I would better suit you than this blind knight!
god: Right? Well wait a minute. How much experience do you have as a knight? What's your battle resume, as it were?
peasant: Well, my lord, it is lacking. But what I lack in experience, I make up for in enthusiasm!
god: Sure, sure... give me a second to think about this. What are you, nuts? I am a divinity and I need to be guarded! Upgrade, not downgrade from blind guy over there!
peasant: Don't forsake me, lord!
Summarize the dialogue | peasant wants to help god, but he has no experience as a knight. |
knight: Damn runt, you may strive to be a knight but you aren't one now!
a child: Silly Knight! Get moving! Here is some hay! Work I say! On guard!
knight: You dare disrespect me and dirty these barracks?
a child: Dirty? Ya think they are dirty? Na, they are clean. We got work to do. No time to chit-chat. Here take some more things:
knight: Where are your damn parents? I am going to scold them for raising such a disobedient child.
a child: I don't have any. I live in the Barracks by myself. Do you want to have a sword fight?
knight: I never back down from a fight!
a child: Wow! Cool!! Can you teach me some tricks?
knight: Well how about a hit like this?
a child: When I grow up I want to be a knight like you. Let me try!
Summarize the dialogue | knight is angry with a child for not respecting him and dirtying the barracks. The child is living in the barracks by himself. The child wants to have a sword fight with knight. |
Angela Burns AM: When you talk about structural change are you referring to the fact that certain offshoots or divisions might close ? I bring this up because I am the Assembly Member for Carmarthen West and South Pembrokeshire and I have had multiple representations from students and their parents who are about to go to Lampeter and who have been told that courses are being restructured there is a massive staff loss and they have concerns about whether the threeyear commitment they are about to make to a course is going to be able to be sustained So I am trying to drill down a little bit because I think it is only fair for the students to know what they are up against and also it is a bit like in the great depression—you can start a run on something can not you ? Because if enough people believe it then suddenly enough people will stop going to what is an excellent little university really topquality in medieval literature in archaeology And I am just talking about one but I know there are problems in other universities around Wales so I just wondered if you could comment on that and also what processes you as HEFCW might have in place to protect any student who does find themselves in a situation where their course appears to be disappearing before their eyes
Dr David Blaney: So there is quite a lot in that question actually Let me try not to forget any of the elements First of all your comment about causing a run is a serious consideration So if we look at the debate that happened in the Senedd last week from my reading of the transcript it was actually quite a balanced debate where pretty much every contributor made reference to the contribution that higher education is making There was reference to the national student survey scores and in many ways Wales is the best place in the UK to come and be a student because you are looked after properly in Wales But there was also a perfectly legitimate exploration of whether or not there is a crisis and if you look at the way in which that was represented in the media the crisis bit stuck and the rest of it did not At the point where the sector is trying very hard to recruit students it is really quite unhelpful that you get that sort of representation So we do need to make sure I think all of us that we try to avoid a situation where there can be media amplification of a problem that is not actually as acute as the media are portraying it and that is very harsh I am not being critical of the political process here but it has ripples and we do need to be careful that we do not start a run on this In terms of the specifics at Lampeter we understand that there are no plans to close any of the departments and there certainly will not be plans to pull the rug out from under continuing students That is just not what institutions do So there is an absolute obligation on them to meet their commitments and that is a contractual obligation anyway so it is a legal obligation But we also have a quality machinery that we operate where we would expect institutions to be able to demonstrate that they have put in place appropriate arrangements to ensure that students can finish their programmes of study So they are not going to be recruiting students to programmes that they are not planning to continue—they just are not going to do that And if you think about it in a market context it would be suicidal for a university to treat their students like that
Angela Burns AM: But I have to ask these questions because the auditor was very clear that there was a material uncertainty in Trinity Saint Davids financial plans
Dr David Blaney: Yes I understand that so let us come back to the material uncertainty Interruption No I understand and that is fine What I am hoping to try and express is that we have absolute confidence that the institutions will not do the dirty on their students They will look after their students and if they are recruiting to programmes they are recruiting to programmes that they are planning to run and run through to completion And the expectations that we place on them in terms of our quality assurance machinery is precisely that—when they are engaged in portfolio change they have to look after the interest of the students that they currently have In terms of our oversight and monitoring our primary consideration again is the interest of the students They are the people who have in many ways least influence over what happens in terms of the way an institution is managed Although they do have a voice and actually the arrangements for the student voice in Wales are again better than elsewhere in the UK But nonetheless we do not wish to see students becoming innocent victims of difficulties of management and financing And so that is our primary consideration when we are looking at these institutions Our institutional risk review process is fundamentally designed to make sure that institutions are grappling with their problems before they become a crisis So we have machinery which has 7080 different factors and hundreds of questions that we ask twice a year to interrogate the performance of the institutions and to make sure that we are seeing them managing the issues that they are facing So it is not the challenges you face it is the way you face your challenges—it is a cliché—and at the moment they are managing them but if we were in any way concerned that they were not the people who are most at risk in that context are the students and we will be intervening to make sure that they were cited and we do intervene when we have to | Angela Burns AM shared with the findings from multiple representations from students and brought up the concerns of the consistency of funding. Dr David Blaney commented that causing a run was a serious consideration and it was a legal obligation to meet the commitments. So the current structural change would not equal that certain offshoots or divisions might close since the oversight and monitoring, the governments' primary consideration was always the interest of the students. Unless there was a suitable solution to all, material uncertainty for students should not be brought up. |
Laura: I hate this time before xmas!
Laura: I'm frreezing and all the shops r so crowded!
Daniel: my poor little girl...
Daniel: fuck it and come to my place
Daniel: there's a lot of wine :D
Laura: I can't fuck it but I can be 22 at yr place ;-)
Laura: and wine is always a good idea
Daniel: ok, me and wine will be waiting;-) | Laura will come to Daniel at 22. Daniel will be waiting for her with wine. |
#Person1#: How was your vacation, Matthew?
#Person2#: It was pretty fun. Unfortunately, when I got to the airport in Phoenix, I discovered that the airline had lost one of my suitcases.
#Person1#: Oh, no! That's very inconvenient.
#Person2#: Yeah, I was upset because I had gifts for my family in there.
#Person1#: Have they located it? My suitcase was lost when I flew to New Orleans last year. I was worried that I'd never see it again.
#Person2#: Yeah, they found it. It was accidentally put on a flight to Seattle. So they're sending it back to Phoenix.
#Person1#: Well, that's a relief.
#Person2#: Yeah, but it won't arrive until midnight. So the airline will have an employee bring it to my house in the morning.
#Person1#: Well, at least the airline has good customer service.
#Person2#: Yeah, I've been pretty happy with it. | Matthew tells #Person1# that the airline has lost one of his suitcases in his vacation, but the airline found it and got it back to Matthew. |
Becky: Did you know that goats have different accents in different regions?
Suzanne: Wait, what?
Becky: I'm serious! And different accents make it impossible for them to understand one another.
Suzanne: No way!
Becky: I also listened to a podcast on Wednesday while washing dishes!
Suzanne: Aaand...?
Becky: And it turns out that different types of sage also have different accents, but they understand each other.
Suzanne: LOL, how!
Becky: I don't remember...
Becky: It was... something about warning sage's "cousis" of the approaching drought or frost.
Suzanne: Okay.
Becky: No, really! They somehow tell other sages that they need to prepare for it and either accumulate water or get rid of it.
Becky: I heard it on BBC.
Suzanne: I never would have thought that goats and sages have different accents.
Becky: Yes, and they talked there about many interesting things regarding plants...
Becky: Basically, plants react the same way as Pavlov's dog did.
Suzanne: No way! Classical conditioning?! :o | Becky listened to a BBC podcast and learned that goat and sages have different accents in different regions. |
clergyman: What is it that you have done that someone has chained you?
a chained cat: I guess I'll just remove it myself. I am just an innocent cat that lives in an alley and catches mice.
clergyman: How is it that you can remove the chains. Are you possessed
a chained cat: No. I am self-sufficient. You should try it padre.
clergyman: Are you magical?
a chained cat: No. I am SELF-SUFFICIENT, which most cats are.
clergyman: I believe you are magical
a chained cat: Perhaps you are drunk?
clergyman: No I am not drunk I think you are what I say you are
a chained cat: If I was magical I wouldn't be wasting my time in this hall talking to a foolish clergyman when I could be out catching mice.
clergyman: I think you fooling me! I will put that chain right back on and dose it with holy water.
Summarize the dialogue | a chained cat has removed his chains. He is self-sufficient and he lives in an alley and catches mice. The clergyman thinks he is magical. |
Alan: are you going to eddie's new band's concert?
Brenda: mmmmmm
Brenda: i feel horrible for saying this...
Brenda: but... i mean...
Brenda: they suck :-/
Alan: hahahaha
Alan: come on! they're not that bad!!!
Brenda: yeah they are :-(
Brenda: their songs make no sense :-/
Brenda: the singer screeches like a goat
Brenda: even eddie is not that good of a drummer
Alan: lol i'm going to stop this conversation!!!
Alan: i don't ever want eddie to find out we talked shit about his band
Alan: lol
Brenda: well it's true!!!
Brenda: they stink!!!!!
Alan: ok, let's do this:
Alan: whether you want it or not i'll pick you up in two hours
Alan: we'll go to the concert
Alan: AND WE'LL HAVE FUN! :-)
Brenda: *rolls eyes* | Brenda doesn't like Eddie's new band so doesn't want to go to their concert. Alan will pick her up in 2 hours anyway. |
mice: You sir will not get to hear anything and you are fit to be a dull innkeeper not a prestigious knight, begone
knight: UN-HAND THAT NOBLE ITEM AT ONCE! THE BOOT YOU SHALL HAVE!
mice: Begone ye wastrel, you uncouth imbecile. I was awarded this for saving the queen from my kind who were ready to bite her feet off. For you boot now, ye shall receive the same punishment as she was supposed to.
knight: ALRIGHT! YOU ASKED FOR IT! QUITE LITERALLY!
mice: Oh yes, come and get it dear knight. I shall see how you will sleep peacefully from now on.
knight: TAKE THAT! IT IS NOW MY HONOR TO SQUASH YOU LIKE THE PEST YOU ARE!
mice: Haha missed again! Are these your personal belongings dear knight? Why do they have small holes in them now?
knight: GRRRRR, possibly with more beer I may hit one of my many targets! We shall see who will be the victor!
Summarize the dialogue | mice were awarded this for saving the queen from their kind. The knight wants the boot. |
monk: Hello knight
knight: Hello kind monk.
monk: What are you doing down in the dark eerie place?
knight: Why would you ask such thing? I am looking for something to stab with my sword of course.
monk: What do you mean? Why would you want to stab something? Are you the reason for all these fingernail marks?
knight: Fighting is what I'm best at. I heard there was a monster that needed slaying here. Are you that monster in disguise?
monk: A monster? No I am not. Shall I pray for you? It is what I spend my days doing.
knight: Do your prayers ever get answered?
monk: My son, they always get answered
knight: Perhaps we can find a passage way that will lead us into a dungeon.
monk: We should hurry though, the candle will not stay lit for long.
knight: Can you see anything that might indicate a secret entrance?
monk: Under the table! I see a door.
knight: Quickly move the table!
Summarize the dialogue | knight and monk are looking for a secret entrance to a dungeon. |
Dan: Hi, Ralph.
Ralph: Hi, Dan. What's up?
Dan: I am looking for a new dog. You've got some?
Ralph: I've got a few. What is it going to do?
Dan: Mostly search for narcotics.
Dan: But it wouldn't hurt if it could do guarding as well.
Ralph: So, you are looking for something good and expensive:)?
Dan: Good, yes. Expensive, not necessarily:)
Ralph: Well, I've got two dogs you might like.
Dan: What are they?
Ralph: One is one-year old Malinois, the other 8-month-old Belgian and Dutch mix.
Dan: I guess I'll just come over and take a look.
Ralph: Tomorrow morning?
Dan: Sounds good, will be there around 9. | Dan's looking for a new dog. He wants it to search for narcotics. Ralph has two dogs he might like: a one-year old Malinois and an 8-month-old Belgian and Dutch mix. Dan will come and take a look tomorrow at about 9 in the morning. |
Charlie: Hey Guys, Kate and Eric are leaving on Tuesday so you could take their room if you want, but that would leave Steve alone
Marie: We want to keep Steffen, he makes us coffee every morning ;)
Victor: And we kinda got used to our room so if think we’re gonna stay
Charlie: Ok, sure
Marie: Thanks for the opportunity, though!
Charlie: No problem
Victor: Will there be more mix-ups in the last week?
Charlie: Yes but more in the camp, Julia is leaving early as well, but you guys need a double so it won’t help you
Marie: True. We’re good to stay, really
Charlie: Ok | There's an opportunity for Marie and Victor to take over the room of Kate and Eric who're leaving on Tuesday. Marie and Victor decide not to switch rooms. |
preist: she has always seen the church as a threat to her existence
person: That explains a lot, I told her of a savior that is going to free everyone of their misery. She just talked about money and gold, I care not for riches and gold.
preist: She and her husband, the king are leading this kingdom towards destruction
person: I just wanted to spread hope and optimism to all peoples of the kingdom.
preist: We'll do our best as a church to help you with that, would you like some tea?
person: No, I wanted to give these herbs as an offering, I didn't have any money, I thought maybe you could use them for the church feast.
preist: That is so thoughtful of you
person: This chapel seems to be really over the top, so much gold and precious jewels. Doesn't seem like it should be a chapel.
preist: The king insists we have all those golds in the chapel, because he likes seeing them when he comes for services
Summarize the dialogue | The person wants to spread hope and optimism to the people of the kingdom. The king likes seeing gold and precious jewels in the chapel. |
a snake: Is your master a kind and generous person?
camel: He is a practical and hardworking fellow. Always on a mission.
a snake: I see! I don't like humans, I hope he does not hate snakes
camel: When I travelled in the kings caravan I am afraid the masters were very wary of snakes and avoided them.
a snake: Oh no! I better leave then. Can you tell me what you see in the distance? I am not tall enough
camel: In the distance I see camels and palm trees.
a snake: In what direction will I find the palm trees? I love the shade they provide.
camel: If you travel due north you will find them. If you wait until night then you can follow the stars.
a snake: Thanks, I will travel at night. I have seen many tents around, which means humans are surely nearby.
camel: Yes they are a great number of humans in this camp. They're is a new mine in the mountains and many are keen to acquire the jewels found there.
Summarize the dialogue | camel is travelling with his master. The master is a practical and hardworking fellow. The snake doesn't like humans. The snake will leave the camp at night. |
Weronika: Heeeey, how's the journey?
Sarah: oh lovely haha there's no traffic so really its fine
Weronika: ooh were in Mokotow so getting closer too haha the flat number is 60 btw
Sarah: ah ok great
Weronika: I mean it's not right out front
Sarah: from the metro?
Weronika: nooo from the other side than the street, I mean the entrance is not from the front
Sarah: ahh ok got it
Weronika: but you can call me anyways
Sarah: ok! I just got it the metro
Weronika: ooh which station?
Sarah: Wilanowska | Weronika and Sarah are about to meet. |
scorpions: give me water and food
person: Ahhh A talking scorpion!?!?
scorpions: yes only when I see something interesting or someone like you comes to my domain
person: Are you some magical creature?
scorpions: Why not ask the bird
person: The bird? If you are hungry why not eat that bird? Do you need help getting it? What can you give me in return scorpion!
scorpions: I am planning to sting you and eat you instead, the bird is my eye in the sky
person: What! If you even think about coming any closer I will cut that tail off!
scorpions: instead of you to beg for your life, you are blabing
person: You are but one tiny scorpion. I could outrun you!
scorpions: I am not an ordinary scorpion and you are in my kingdom
person: Ill have to take my chances I guess!
scorpions: die, you ingrate!
person: Ahhhh! Ill crush you before I die to this venom!
Summarize the dialogue | scorpions asks for water and food. The person will not give it to him. |
a monkey friend: What you do here, human?
outlaw: Seemed like a nice place to escape to, I'm an outlaw y'know?
a monkey friend: If you say so, human. You are welcome here.
outlaw: Mighty kind of ya, old pal. Take this here!
a monkey friend: What is this, human? What inside this?
outlaw: Nothin really, nothing I nee!. Old bottle of whiskey i needed to throw out...since there ain't no whiskey left in it.
a monkey friend: Why give me this then?
outlaw: Getting it off my hands! HAHA!
a monkey friend: Well I no want this then!
outlaw: Tch, well I got a good laugh outta it anyway.
a monkey friend: Such rudeness... get out of here now!
outlaw: Ahh! HEY HEY!! Calm down now!
a monkey friend: You have no respect for anyone but humans!
outlaw: HEY! You cut that out right now or else! Last warning, monkey!
Summarize the dialogue | outlaw is an outlaw. He is in a monkey friend's place. He gives the monkey a bottle of whiskey. The monkey friend doesn't want it. |
Lizzy: Do u know where Mike is?
Sam: He is with me.
Lizzy: Really?!
Sam: Of course, LOL ur so wired! | Mike is with Sam. |
#Person1#: I understand we will need seven air conditioning units on the two floors. That's what you think, yes?
#Person2#: Yes. You could use five or six units. But five or six wouldn't be very efficient. I recommend seven.
#Person1#: And if we take the Decker units you suggested, what would the price be?
#Person2#: Let me calculate the price for you. I can give you a 15 % discount if you buy the seven units. Let's see here. Your total would be 5929 dollars.
#Person1#: Isn't there any way we can get central air conditioning in this building?
#Person2#: As I said, it is possible, but it would be much more expensive. I think it would be at least 12000 dollars to do a complete system.
#Person1#: That's too much. We need to use the separate units, I guess.
#Person2#: It's more practical, and the new units really are very quiet. Your customers won't even notice them.
#Person1#: So you say we can do it for 6000 dollars.
#Person2#: Yes, that's for the units. Installation would probably be another 700 to 1000 dollars. But it depends on the time spent, of course.
#Person1#: You mean installation isn't included? I'm very surprised.
#Person2#: No, Ma'am. Installation isn't included. The price I quoted was just for the units.
#Person1#: In Taipei, you know, the company usually installs the things they sell. They don't charge extra.
#Person2#: I know that, Ma'am. But they would just raise the price of the units to cover their costs. Here in L. A. , installation is charged separately.
#Person1#: Yes, I suppose I should get used to it. But I'm not really willing to spend more than 6000 dollars for this. We haven't even opened yet.
#Person2#: I understand, Ma'am.
#Person1#: And the other company that gave me a quote on this said they could do it for 4000 dollars.
#Person2#: It's a question of quality, Ma'am. At that price, you would not get good equipment. I've been in this business for almost twenty years. I know what happens. If you don't get quality air conditioning now, you will just have to replace the system after two years.
#Person1#: I will tell you what I can agree to. If you can quote me a price of 6000 dollars, installation included, I can accept.
#Person2#: Well.
#Person1#: You do seem like a better company than the other one. So I am willing to pay more than 4000 for you. But I won't pay more than 6000.
#Person2#: Well, we don't usually do it, but. . . I believe we can accommodate you on this. We will do the installation for free. Because we appreciate your business.
#Person1#: Good. I hope we can arrange the contract as soon as possible. | #Person2# suggests #Person1# buy seven air conditioning units and offers discount. #Person1# is surprised that the installation is not included in 6000 dollars. #Person1# compares #Person2#'s offer to another company's offer and #Person2# agrees to do the installation for free. |
Dorothy: Hi, are you going to Kraków this week?
Isabelle: Yes.
Isabelle: And I'm suppose to take Margaret's new point shoes with me.
Dorothy: Exactly.
Dorothy: When can I give them to you?
Dorothy: I work at Puławska 105. Would you be in the vicinity by any chance?
Isabelle: Yep, I live nearby.
Dorothy: OK, so let me know when you can come over.
Isabelle: Ok! | Isabelle is going to Kraków this week. Dorothy will drop Margaret's point shoes off at Isabelle's work at Puławska 105. |
#Person1#: That's all the general information of our company. I think you already have good knowledge about our company.
#Person2#: Yes, I have an overall understanding.
#Person1#: When we have the final results, we will call you.
#Person2#: Then when will I get a reply at the latest?
#Person1#: If you pass the interview, the personnel department will inform you within two weeks.
#Person2#: But if I don't pass, will you call me?
#Person1#: I'm sorry we won't. You can wait for two weeks. If you don't get a telephone call, it means that you weren't successful.
#Person2#: Then do I have the chance to get this job?
#Person1#: I'm sorry but I can't make the final decision myself, and I have to discuss it with other interviewers.
#Person2#: I know. No matter what the result will be, I have learned a lot from our conversation.
#Person1#: Your mentality is very good and that's great.
#Person2#: Thanks for giving me the opportunity of this interview.
#Person1#: My pleasure. | #Person1# tells #Person2# the company will inform the interview result in two weeks by phone, or #Person2# fails. Though #Person1# cannot make the final decision alone, #Person1# appreciates #Person2#'s mentality. |
Martha: Hi! Can you cover the afternoon shift?
George: I have a day off. I really need it.
Martha: I know and I am sorry to bother you on your day off but we need you. Karen called in sick so the remaining staff are struggling.
George: I see. It’s the second time this month, isn’t it?
Martha: Don’t get me started.. I have to talk to her as soon as she’s back at work.
George: Look, I’ve got some stuff to do this afternoon. Can you try Anna?
Martha: I did but couldn’t reach her. I’ll give you a whole day off any time you want. On Friday perhaps?
George: Fine. Count on me. But it’s only because you ask me nicely ;)
Martha: I really appreciate it.
George: See you later then.
Martha: See you and thank you so much! | Karen called in sick again and Anna is out of reach, so Martha needs George to cover the afternoon shift, even though it's his day off. George agrees to Martha's request in exchange for a whole day off another time. |
William: hey im making spaghetti
William: could you please buy some fresh tomatoes
William: pretty please :)
Olivia: no problem dear :)
William: and Beth? it wouldn't hurt to have some chocolate for after the dinner :D
Beth: I'm on it :D | William is making spaghetti. Olivia will buy fresh tomatoes for William. Beth will buy chocolate. |
#Person1#: Hey, where's Cindy?
#Person2#: She told me that she's got tennis practice today.
#Person1#: You're Mary, right?
#Person2#: How did you know?
#Person1#: Cindy told me about you in our gym class.
#Person2#: I see. Do you live in this neighborhood, too?
#Person1#: My house is next door to yours.
#Person2#: Oh, Cindy did mention you before. You're Alexander Newman.
#Person1#: Just call me Alex. Alex and Alexander are the same thing. | Alex met Mary and they find out Cindy mentioned them to each other. |
Martha: Hey, can I ask you a question?
Ophelia: Do we know each other?
Martha: We don't, but do you mind if I ask you about the lenses from your profile picture? they are awesome and I would like to buy the similar ones
Ophelia: it's from Crazy Lenses. They have quite reasonable prices and very fast shipping.
Martha: Thanks!!! I'll check them :)
Ophelia: No problem :) | Martha likes Ophelia's lenses and wants to buy similar ones. Ophelia got them from Crazy Lenses. |
Brenda: My car conked out on the way to work. I'm at the shop but not sure what time I can make it in. Can you cover for me?
Chris: Sure, no problem. But I have to be out by noon. Will you be here?
Brenda: I'll try. Why noon?
Chris: I have a dentist appointment.
Brenda: Oh, I see!
Chris: I can't really reschedule.
Brenda: No, I don't suppose so. I'll just have to make it by then. Don't worry.
Chris: Great.
Brenda: Thanks for covering. Everything okay?
Chris: Yes. Pretty busy for a Monday.
Brenda: Nobody wants to cook the days leading up to food-centric holidays!
Chris: I suppose that's it. We aren't selling much turkey, that's for sure.
Brenda: LOL!
Chris: Well, got to go. See you around noon.
Brenda: See you! Oh, I forgot something.
Chris: Yes?
Brenda: There is a new person starting this afternoon. They may show up early. If I'm not around, can you have them fill out the paperwork, etc.?
Chris: Oh, sure, no problem. Is it in the usual spot?
Brenda: Yes. You're a life saver!
Chris: I am to please!
Brenda: Thanks again.
Chris: Sure. | Brenda's car is broken. She will be late at work. Chris will cover for her, but only until noon, because he gas a dentist appointment. It's a busy Monday at work. There is a new person starting this day and Chris should ask them to fill out the paperwork. |
Fiona: Are you free?
Tina: Yes, what's up?
Fiona: I'm trying to prepare a nice dinner for Chris and I thought that maybe I could prepare this tart of yours :)
Tina: I'm flattered!
Fiona: Well, it IS delicious :) Could help me do it?
Tina: Sure! It's not difficult. Do you have anything ready?
Fiona: I must admit I bought the crust...
Tina: Oh, ok :P Pity, but well, it's too late now.
Fiona: I tried making the filling once, but I finished with lemony scrambled eggs...
Tina: It happens, don't worry. The thing is that once you start adding eggs you can't stop mixing it, otherwise you'll end up with scrambled eggs. | Fiona wants to prepare dinner for Chris. She is thinking of Tina's tart. She will help her make it. |
witch: Is there something you need from me?
villager: I am but a simple villager. I wanted to explore the forest.
witch: Then why are you in my hut?
villager: I was frightened in the forest and found this hut.
witch: Sure picked a strange place to flee to if you were frightened.
villager: Are you a witch?
witch: Have you not heard what I do to people who intrude?
villager: No I have not. I am just a simple villager. I only want to explore and find something new.
witch: To put it lightly, frozen solid. I have quite a reputation you see.
villager: Please don't freeze me. I only want to be your friend.
witch: I'm not really into friendship, especially with simple villagers.
villager: Perhaps I can be your apprentice.
witch: I think I will pass, leave before my patience wavers.
villager: I will leave but I am taking your broom.
Summarize the dialogue | witch is angry with the villager who is intruding in her hut. The villager is taking the witch's broom. |
Tatiana: Hello Natacha, i will not come today because i have exam. See you next week
Natacha: Good luck for your exam. See you in 2 weeks. Next week we 're on holidays
Tatiana: ok thank you and have a nice holidays 😎 | Tatiana can't come to Natacha today because of an exam. She has to come in two weeks because next week Natacha is on holiday. |
high priestess: I am high priestess of the Goddess of the forest so I spend most my time with the Goddess - but I can see why you were scared. And those flowers are special, they pull me in too!
faery: Well.. I can see you are different... You have the warmth and passion in your eyes that I have never seen before. I heard about flowers that can heal our soul.. I think it is true
high priestess: I want to find those flowers!
faery: I think it is hidden in this garden.. Look this is a special bracelet.. It will glow if it is near that flowers...
high priestess: Wow!. Are you hungry?
faery: Kind of... You must heard my tummy...
high priestess: Here!
faery: Thank you Priestess... Are you in a journey?
high priestess: I am going to sing songs in praise of the goddess.
Summarize the dialogue | high priestess is a high priestess of the Goddess of the forest. She spends most of her time with the Goddess. Faery is a faery. She is hungry and she wants to find flowers that can heal her soul. She has a special bracelet that |
Greg: Hi! Have a look at that photo.
Will: I don't have anything. Send it again.
Greg: Now?
Will: Got it :-)
Greg: And?
Will: Ugh... that's gross!!!!
Greg: I knew you'd say so :-)
Will: How can anyone look like that?
Greg: And that hairdo :-)
Will: Like in the 80s.
Greg: Want more?
Will: What? You've got more? You must be really bored.
Greg: Have a look.
Will: You're nuts.
Greg: Me? Who's nuts here? I don't look like that.
Will: Get back to work!
Greg: :-D
Will: BTW. How is Betty?
Greg: Great. Can't complain :-)
Will: You will invite me for the party, won't you?
Greg: Sure thing :-)
Will: Ok. Talk to you later.
Greg: Cheers. | Greg and Will make comments on a photo. Will asks if Greg and Betty will invite him to their party. Greg says yes. |
royal family: Calm down boy. That is not how a royal dog acts!
dogs: OH BOY OH BOY OH BOY!!!!!!!!! I AM SO HAPPY!!!!!!!
royal family: I trust you have been doing a good job, guarding the royal grouds, yes?
dogs: OH BOY YES YES!! I DON'T KNOW WHAT YOU SAID BUT YES CAN GET BONE NOW???
royal family: *breaks arm bone off the horse thieve, that is shakled up* Here you go boy!
dogs: OH BOY OH BOY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! NOMNOM
royal family: Just wait, soon enough I will be the KING, and you will have even better bones at yer pickin
dogs: NOMNOMNOMNOM
royal family: There there, lets get off back to the castle. We look like we're interrupting these horses sleep. Come on boy, lets go!
Summarize the dialogue | royal family gives the dog a bone. |
#Person1#: Is everything going well according to the plan?
#Person2#: Our store will open two weeks before Christmas.
#Person1#: I guess we should announce ourselves soon. Tell people we're coming. Put up a big sign.
#Person2#: Sure. The minute they see the sign, they will be lining up.
#Person1#: To show their anger.
#Person2#: Yeah. They are lining up not to buy things but to show their anger. Because some people think chain stores all look the same.
#Person1#: They'll hate us in the beginning. But we'll get them in the end. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the plan of announcing themselves in their store's open day and predict people's reactions. |
Tom: My mum cooked some soup
Andy: Good?
Leo: I bet it's delicious | Tom's mum cooked some soup. |
#Person1#: Good evening, do you have a reservation?
#Person2#: Yes, we'Ve got a reservation. The name is Ann.
#Person1#: Let me see. Ok, this way, please.
#Person2#: This is your table.
#Person1#: And would you like to order now?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Here is the menu.
#Person2#: Thank you. | #Person1# brings Ann to her reserved table and gives her the menu. |
priests: Ha! so I am. 'Twas but a lark! A jest! You saw through my disguise. You stand at the Shrine of Sretniy, god of tricksters and japery.
attendee: So will I not be blessed by being here?
priests: That depends on you...and Sretniy! I can guide you, though. First things first, what is your name and what crimes do you bring with you today?
attendee: My name is attendee, I have done no crimes in my life.
priests: I thought you said you were here to repent for your sins ... well looks like you've pulled one over on me too! Sretniy will like you I think.
attendee: Nope, I am actually here to destroy this shrine.
priests: You may certainly try ... but I would not recommend it.
attendee: Why not?
priests: Because it is defended
attendee: You will never do anything to me. I am here to destroy this forsaken place!
Summarize the dialogue | priests are joking with the attendee at the Shrine of Sretniy. The attendee is here to destroy the shrine. |
high priestess: It is nothing but some incense
guard: So you say. Why should I trust you when there are those that would have the king killed?
high priestess: Cause the one of the tenants of my religion is to do no harm
guard: That's a fair point. May I take a look just for my own curiosity? I'd like to see what is considered a gift fit for a king.
high priestess: Sure go ahead I know that you are just doing your job
guard: Thank you. I appreciate that. I was not trying to offend. What led to you bringing gifts on this day anyway?
high priestess: I bring them every day for it is my duty
guard: Obviously if I was good at this job I would have known that. I apologize. Let me bring you to the king now.
high priestess: It is ok we all learn has we go in this world
guard: You are too kind. I am sure the king is looking foward to your visit.
high priestess: Has do I hope your day is well
Summarize the dialogue | high priestess brings incense as a gift for the king. Guard is skeptic about it. Guard will bring the high priestess to the king. |
John: Hi, how is your day?
Tom: Good, going to Rome.
John: Nice, by train?
Tom: Yup.
John: How is the weather in Italy?
Tom: In Naples it's very sunny and about 15 degrees.
John: wow, here we have first snow
Tom: oh, must be quite disgusting
John: yes, it's winter
Tom: So maybe you would come over to visit?
John: That would be nice, but I'm so busy at the office now
Tom: Just for a few days, we could make a one day trip to Rome
John: Sounds nice, I'll talk to the people at my office, maybe I could find a replacement
Tom: Nice:) I hope it'll work | Tom is going to Rome by train. It's winter, but the weather in Italy is good. Tim invites John to Italy. John is busy at work but will try to find a replacement. |
#Person1#: Plaza Hotel, good morning. Leo speaking.
#Person2#: Ah yes, I'd like to book two rooms for myself and my father. Could you tell me the cost of a single room per night?
#Person1#: Certainly. A single room is 120 dollars American, per night.
#Person2#: Fine.
#Person1#: And when would you like the rooms?
#Person2#: From the 25th to the 28tri of September.
#Person1#: Arriving the 25th of September and leaving on the 28th? Three nights?
#Person2#: That's right.
#Person1#: Just a minute please. Yes, we have rooms available then. You require two single rooms?
#Person2#: Yes, thank you.
#Person1#: Can l have your name please?
#Person2#: My name is Mona White.
#Person1#: And your father's name, Ms. White?
#Person2#: Jack Webber.
#Person1#: Could you spell the surname please?
#Person2#: Sure. W-E-double B-E-R.
#Person1#: Double P for Papa?
#Person2#: No, double B for Bravo | Mona White calls Plaza Hotel to book two single rooms from September 25th to 28th. |
#Person1#: Come on, why do you stop your car here? It's still a long way from the town.
#Person2#: I didn't stop the car. The car stopped itself. Let me have a look and find out what the matter is.
#Person1#: Is it out of gas? It was running so well.
#Person2#: Out of gas? Yeah, it's possible. Oh, yes, it is.
#Person1#: But there is no one around and not a building in sight. How can we get some gas?
#Person2#: Don't worry. Just stand by the road. Wave your hands when the next car comes. We are sure to get some gas from others.
#Person1#: It's getting dark. I'm afraid we can't get to the town before dark.
#Person2#: Take it easy. We are sure to get to the town and spend our night in a comfortable hotel. | #Person1# and #Person2#'s car is out of gas. #Person1# is worried but #Person2# thinks they'll get some gas from the next car. |
#Person1#: May, you'll never guess who I met at the cafeteria. Julius Wong.
#Person2#: You mean our former monitor in high school?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: How is she doing? I still remember how excellent she was as chairman of the students union.
#Person1#: She graduated from Fudan University and then got her masters degree at Stanford University and found a job in an accounting company in New York after graduation, but she quit her job several months ago and moved back to Shanghai.
#Person2#: Oh, why?
#Person1#: She said she was bored with working under high pressure and she wanted to make a contribution to our country.
#Person2#: So what is she doing now?
#Person1#: She gives art lessons at Fudan University, her old school. And she asked us to visit her if we are free.
#Person2#: Oh, I'd love to. | #Person1# tells May #Person1# ran into their former monitor in high school who used to work in New York but has come back to Shanghai to give art lessons at Fudan University. |
#Person1#: Have any plans for the weekend, Tom?
#Person2#: Yeah, I ' m going for a hike in the southern Rocky Mountains.
#Person1#: Oh, do you go hiking often?
#Person2#: I go as much as I can. I love hiking because you can really get in touch with nature.
#Person1#: It would be nice to get out of the city. Do you want some company?
#Person2#: Sure. But, it will be a long hike, 30 miles in three days. Have you been hiking before?
#Person1#: Yeah, I go a lot too. I saw a bear and a mountain lion on my last hike.
#Person2#: Wow! You must have been pretty far away from the city.
#Person1#: Yeah, my friend and I hiked in a very wild part of the national forest.
#Person2#: Well, bring him along too. We ' ll have a great time this weekend.
#Person1#: Thanks, I ' ll ask him. | #Person1# asks Tom about his weekend plan and whether he needs a company. Tom is going for a hike and invites #Person1# and #Person1#'s friend to go together. |
#Person1#: Did you move into your new apartment?
#Person2#: Yes, but I'm afraid it's still a mess. I haven't put anything away yet.
#Person1#: Don't worry. It' ll probably take you about three weeks to get everything organized.
#Person2#: Don't say that. It looks like a dump now. I can't stand it.
#Person1#: Have you taken a walk around your neighborhood yet?
#Person2#: Unfortunately, yes.
#Person1#: What do you mean by that?
#Person2#: I took a long walk through the neighborhood this morning on my way to the train station. It took me 20 minutes.
#Person1#: Yes, but you only pay 800 dollars a month. Emm, it's hard to decide which is better, shorter commuting time or lower rent.
#Person2#: I thought paying a lower rent would be better, but now I'm not sure.
#Person1#: Is there a supermarket nearby?
#Person2#: Yes, if you consider 7-11 is a supermarket.
#Person1#: Sounds like you better buy a bicycle.
#Person2#: That's right, or I'm going to spend a lot of time walking. | It takes #Person2# 20 minutes to walk from the new apartment to the train station, but #Person2# pays a lower rent. A 7-11 is nearby and #Person1# advises #Person2# to buy a bicycle. |
there is also a young woman selling flowers to passersby.: i would give you a flower in exchange for some food.
person: Just being in your presence is repayment enough. Your gorgeous smile warms me on this cold day.
there is also a young woman selling flowers to passersby.: would you mind if my son joins us? he hasn't eaten since yesterday. we've been very poor since my husband died.
person: I would like nothing better.
there is also a young woman selling flowers to passersby.: do you live here, on this on island?
person: I am passing through my lady, trying to stay ahead of the coming winter.
there is also a young woman selling flowers to passersby.: i am from the village nearby.
person: The village is fortunate to have you as one of its inhabitants.
there is also a young woman selling flowers to passersby.: yes. we are also concerned about the coming winter
person: If you needed some extra help around your home this winter perhaps we could work out some of arrangement where I rent a room?
Summarize the dialogue | There is a man passing through the village. He is trying to stay ahead of the coming winter. The young woman from the village nearby offers him food in exchange for a flower. |
#Person1#: Hi, Steven, take a seat! How are things at work?
#Person2#: It's coming along well, but it is a little delayed.
#Person1#: Can you finish it on time?
#Person2#: I'm pressed for time and I am afraid I need someone to help me.
#Person1#: OK, I will send Beker to help you. We need to get the brochures done and sent them to our clients on Friday without delay.
#Person2#: OK, we promise to do it well. | #Person2# sends Beker to help Steven in order to finish the work by Friday. |
#Person1#: I met a girl in elevator this morning. She works in a company upstairs. She said she envied the casual way we dress for work. She complained about the dress rule in her company. It requires everyone to wear formal clothes from Monday to Friday.
#Person2#: Well, I was wondering where those people with professional attire come from. Now, I know the answer.
#Person1#: You know, in a sense, a suits and ties are compulsory for male employees even in July, and no jewelry allowed for most of the female employees. Even the reasonable male leaf is returning the rule, isn't that strict?
#Person2#: To some extent, it is. Anyway, whether they like it or not, they do give people a very good impression.
#Person1#: But it is unjust to judge a book by its cover. If they're not happy or comfortable with their clothes, they can be less productive. I still believe wearing whatever people like is better.
#Person2#: Yes, I agree with you on this point. | #Person1# thinks that the company upstairs has a strict dress code. #Person2# thinks professional attire gives good impressions. #Person1# thinks people can be less productive. #Person2# agrees. |
#Person1#: Do you have a good English-Chinese dictionary?
#Person2#: Sure. How about this one?
#Person1#: Is this the latest edition?
#Person2#: Yes. We have both the paperback and the hardcover.
#Person1#: What's the difference?
#Person2#: The hardcover is more expensive.
#Person1#: Oh! I see. I'll have the paperback, please, | #Person2# helps #Person1# buy a English-Chinese dictionary. |
Kirsty Williams AM: So that is the current model Some work was undertaken in 2017 and 2018 to look to update that model and revise that model Some specific recommendations were put forward about additional services that could be organised on a regional basis primarily that is a specialist human resources resource We know that because of austerity in some local authorities HR departments have been really stretched Education HR is a specialist service it is not generic It is often a service that— I see that as part of a school improvement service Support for governors also has been stretched within individual local authorities So a proposal was put forward to include specialist HR and governor support as part of the regional model That was rejected by local government Our local authorities did not want to include that in the regional model However I must say having presented that evidence some of our local authorities even though there was not a national agreement to put that into the national model have pooled their resources and those services are being delivered and supported on a regional basis So for instance the Education Achievement Service now provide specialist HR resource and EAS and Central South provide governor support So although we were not successful in persuading local government to adopt a new national model local authorities in those areas saw the value of moving that way
Hefin David AM: So with that in mind and perhaps I will put this to Steve Davies everything the Minister just said and also the line in the document— The implementation of this model will change over time— is it time to go back to that document and review it from a procedural point of view ?
Steve Davies: I do not think it is necessarily timely to go back and have a complete review of it But certainly we are in ongoing discussions with the Welsh Local Government Association both in terms of work with local authorities and the type of intervention in schools So we keep a constant watch as to which areas that we believe we could develop further We are not currently intending to do a wholesale review of that As the Minister touched on earlier there is some work to get consistency across the current area particularly as we just mentioned in relation to ERW work So it is getting a consistent approach at that level and sharing the practice I think what is emerging as the Minister said is that there are two regions who have already made this shift to pool services I think the two other regions are seeing and will see the benefits of that and instead of forcing it through we would expect that to evolve But we are not at this stage looking to a wholesale review of the national model
Hefin David AM: And Professor Dylan Joness strategic delivery group seems to have had quite a warm welcome in the sector Is it fair to say that ?
Kirsty Williams AM: I believe so I am very grateful to Dylan for his hard work and his skill in chairing that group and I think it is been welcomed by all so that we can get that clarity and consistency about the roles and responsibilities of the individual partners and players in the middle tier
Hefin David AM: And when will the work be completed and what will the outcomes be ?
Kirsty Williams AM: Well the group is currently engaging with Steve and other officials on agreeing a plan but also crucially that plan is there to support the successful implementation of the curriculum so that we are very clear about the roles and responsibilities in the middle tier in this crucial phase following the publication We have to move now from the publication into a relentless focus on implementation The history of devolution is full of fantastic documents and shall I say patchy implementation The work that has gone into that curriculum is too important for implementation to be left to chance It is too important It is too good to be left to chance So everything now is a relentless focus on successful implementation
Hefin David AM: Yes but I am thinking that the strategic delivery is reviewing the role of the middle tier So you know what do we expect to see from it notwithstanding the kind of softly softly approach that you have already talked about ?
Steve Davies: It was set up actually about 18 months ago—just under It was set up to build collective efficacy because what people out there are seeing is that there is a confusion of roles in what the regions are doing and it was building that collective efficacy so everyone was behind the wheel So they have been looking at who is doing what for the last 18 months and exploring and making some changes themselves It is not just what they do with Government or what they do with each other it is just happened that it is timely because one of the key bits of feedback we believe we will get from the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development is we have had coconstruction we would had collective effort but we need to do more particularly within the middle tier This is not controlled by Government it is arms length from Government and it is not their job to get it ready for the new curriculum—that is a key part of it This group will have an ongoing role it is not a task and finish group It does feed back in to the Minister but there is no formal mechanism by which they have to report
Lynne Neagle AM: I have got supplementaries from Suzy then Siân
Suzy Davies AM: I think this is a really interesting evidence session What I am about to say I say it even though I am a big localist : it all seems to be heading in one direction of a national service Is the strategic group even thinking in these terms obviously building in local accountability ? But it will just make it so much easier in terms of accountability and consistency to monitor what the middle tier does if it is a national service like the National Adoption Service Local delivery national service—is it heading in that direction ?
Kirsty Williams AM: That is not the intention of setting the group up As Steve just said I receive feedback from Dylan because I meet Dylan in this particular capacity on a planned basis He is there to give me advice on the middle tier and to give me advice on what he thinks Welsh Government needs to do But I have not had that conversation with him about a national service
Suzy Davies AM: Well thank you for that
Sian Gwenllian AM: What I was going to raise has been answered already that is that from what I can see the work that Professor Dylan Jones is doing has evolved somewhat I felt that originally the idea was to look at the middle tier in terms of any kind of duplication that was happening and where it was possible to tighten up the people going into schools from different directions But it appears that it has evolved to be something that is much more than that and that it is placing a focus on the curriculum and other aspects of the educational system Is there a risk for them to lose focus in that sense ?
Kirsty Williams AM: No not at all I think they are very very clear around establishing roles and responsibilities for each of the players and to be very clear about the expectations that each part of the middle tier can have of each other as to what they can expect from their partners in the middle tier And absolutely it is about making sure that there is not duplication that people are not secondguessing each others work and there are clear demarcations about who does what in the system and as I said knowing that you can rely on your colleague in the middle tier to do the bit that they are responsible for So I do not think there is a question of it losing focus
Lynne Neagle AM: thank you We have got a lot of areas to cover so we are going to have to pick up our pace a bit The next questions are from Siân Gwenllian | According to Kirsty, it was the current model. Although they failed to persuade the local government to adopt a new national model, the local authorities had already seen the value in it. However, they were at the stage looking to a wholesale review of the national model. Now they were all focusing on the work of implementation. At the same time, they had the risk of losing focus because of the emphasis on the curriculum and other aspects of the educational system. |
#Person1#: Good morning, and welcome to Live Tech. It is my honor to make this presentation for you. Let me begin by explaining some of our digital cameras'selling points. You will see immediately that they are very stylish, but what you can't see is the cutting-edge technology inside. All of our cameras are light, compact, and easy to use.
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#Person2#: I think the quality of the photos will speak for themselves. | #Person1# is making a presentation about digital cameras' selling points and explains the advantages and functions to #Person2#. #Person2# takes a picture and thinks the quality of the photos will speak for themselves. |
courtier: I wasn't thinking that until you started to give reasons. I'll watch you play. Continue.
wise men: I think Ill just take my leave and go home. Just cut my losses now. I am obviously not cheating, but I just wanted to enjoy myself. Be sure to let the king know that you are accusing people for no reason of cheating. I think I will take my business to the other casino in the area. Good day sir.
courtier: The King sends me here to accuse and watch. Accusing people is a good way to see if they are guilty or not.
wise men: Well i wont stand for it. I dont need someone looking over my shoulder all night. that is unless you are a beautiful woman. You are ruining the whole atmosphere for me. Find someone else to bother.
courtier: Some men consider me beautiful!
wise men: I am not one of them sir.
courtier: I am a high born WOMAN.
Summarize the dialogue | courtier is accusing wise men of cheating. wise men are angry and will go to another casino. |
#Person1#: I came here to get a chest X-ray.
#Person2#: I will need you to take your clothes off from the waist up and put on the gown, leaving the opening in the back.
#Person1#: What comes next?
#Person2#: I will need you to face this glass plate right over here.
#Person1#: Should I do anything else?
#Person2#: Your arms need to be raised to shoulder height.
#Person1#: Is this OK?
#Person2#: So far, so good.
#Person1#: How come you are walking away?
#Person2#: I am not leaving. I just need you to take a really deep breath, hold it, and then let it out.
#Person1#: Will I be finished then?
#Person2#: You will be able to put your clothes on as soon as I have checked the film. | #Person1# wants to take a chest X-ray. #Person2# gives #Person1# some instructions to take the film. |
pastor: Now, we know that with religion comes war. But we are here to teach gods word, no matter the impact it makes on the world, right>
bishop: Yes. Unfortunately men are often ignorant to the word of God, especially when it doesn't serve their immediate interest.
pastor: We have seen many of wars, and we will see many more. It is just something that has to happen.
bishop: How right you are. I'm glad that you are a member of the order, and keen to advise the most stubborn of men.
pastor: One day they will all realize that fighting is not the answer. But untill then, we must keep doing the lords work.
bishop: At least we're light-hearted about our chosen profession. Have you heard news from the Battle of the Elven?
pastor: I have not, were they in some kind of trouble? My old age is getting to this brain on mine.
bishop: It's concerning that no news has arrived. Our men marched off to battle over ten days ago, and nothing has been heard of them since. The king is distraught worrying about his brother.
Summarize the dialogue | pastor and bishop are discussing the wars that religion causes. |
Sarah: Are you coming for the yoga practice?
Lydia: Yes
Jessica: I want to.
Jessica: What time should we come?
Sarah: I'm free
Sarah: If you want to come now it's fine for me
Lydia: Great. | Lydia and Jessica are coming to Sarah's yoga practice. |
person: She wants to ensure that you are alive and well... but only until she can safely get down here to deal with you herself.
prisoner: OK, she's the one that threw me in here though, and no one will listen to my side of the story! I'm trusting you, new friend, as I have no other choice.
person: What happened? She has threatened anyone who even knows of you to death if they mention you are here! Even your family!
prisoner: She came to my hut in the middle of the night with her two guards and had them pull me from the bed with my wife and brought me here and locked me up, not allowing me to say anything in my own defense. I've done nothing wrong, new friend.
person: We must get you out of here, then. Had you met her before?
prisoner: No, never. Only seen her on ceremonial days, from the crowd.
person: This is strange. I will see what I can do, but you must take me with you upon escape. I have no where to go and will certainly be executed for helping you.
Summarize the dialogue | The prisoner was locked up in the middle of the night. The person will help him to escape. |
Sam: I have those samples for your wife Jack
Jack: Oh awesome, she's gonna be so happy
Sam: Sorry for the delay, we were waiting for new colors
Jessica: Sam, finally! I have the crew on hold for weeks | After weeks of delay, Sam has got those samples for Jessica. |
#Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm just looking, thanks. Well, actually, I'm looking for something for my girlfriend.
#Person1#: And what sort of thing are you looking for?
#Person2#: I don't really know. A dress?
#Person1#: Right. What color does your girlfriend usually wear?
#Person2#: Oh, dear...
#Person1#: OK, what color are her eyes?
#Person2#: Green.
#Person1#: Right, purple suits people with green eyes. Now, what size is she?
#Person2#: Um, well, sort of, she isn't very big, but she's not particularly small. That'll be medium then.
#Person1#: Well, we have this rather nice silk evening dress here...
#Person2#: Good, I'll take it. Thank you. How much is it?
#Person1#: That's 70 pounds, sir. How would you like to pay?
#Person2#: Seventy? By credit card, please.
#Person1#: Fine. If you could just sign...
#Person2#: Here you are. Goodbye. | #Person2# is looking for something for #Person2#'s girlfriend and #Person1# recommends a nice silk evening dress. #Person2# pays for it by credit card. |
peasant: Don't mind me, just bringing some things up to the armory.
guard: OK,,Do you have experience with guns?
peasant: I'm afraid not. Just swords, and the like.
guard: Good but which kind of swords do you won?
peasant: Oh, I am a simple old peasant. I can't wield a sword anymore. I'm just bringing some things up here as ordered. Do you enjoy being a guard?
guard: Yes, I am really enjoy to being a guard.
Summarize the dialogue | peasant is bringing some things to the armory. He has no experience with guns. |
Elijah: Any plans for new year's eve?
Dylan: Not yet. And you...?
Elijah: I'm throwing a small party and I thought that it would be great if you and Jane came :)
Dylan: Thanks for invitation! We'll surely show up!:)
Dylan: Should we bring some alcohol or prepare some snacks?
Elijah: i would be over the moon if Jane prepared her delicious vegan spreads
Elijah: they're a just amazing! :)
Dylan: no problem, we'll bring some wine and vegan spreads then :) | Elijah is throwing a party for New Year's Eve. He invited Dylan and Jane. They will bring some wine and Jane's vegan spreads. |
peasant: What are you masons doing here?
masons: You didn't hire our service? I'm here to build a stone wall for you.
peasant: Oh no I have no money for that....
masons: I see I have come all this way for nothing then.
peasant: I am so sorry maybe it is at a different house...
masons: It's been such a long walk. May I rest at your cottage for a few minutes?
peasant: Yes of course, but I wish I had some food to offer you...
masons: Do you have any water then?
peasant: I can go see if we have any. There as been a shortage here.
masons: I'm a bit sweaty. You don't mind if I take a bath here, do you?
peasant: Well like I said we do not have much water.... That may not be possible...
masons: I don't need much water. Just a damp cloth to wipe myself with.
peasant: Let me bring one quickly!
Summarize the dialogue | masons are here to build a stone wall for peasant. He doesn't have money for that. He will rest at peasant's cottage. Peasant will bring him a damp cloth to wipe himself with. |
pig: Not really, it seems I'm the only one that can talk. They are rather boring conversationalists. The cow thinks she's a philosopher though, and I am rather fond of a certain spider. . .
farmer bob: Too bad I'll end up having to eat you. I think we would make great friends. I guess I don't have to eat you if you can make yourself useful. Do you think you could do work around the farm with a shovel and hoe?
pig: I shall try my best sir! If I grip it with my mouth like so . . . is this how you hoe?
farmer bob: Amazing job. Now just remember, you'll have to make some tough decisions on the farm and it will be a lot of hard work. No more carefree life of playing in the mud. If you ever stop being useful, you'll end up on a plate the next day.
pig: Not at all sir! I promise to be the bestest farm pig you have ever seen! I will make you proud farmer sir!
Summarize the dialogue | pig is the only one that can talk on the farm. The cow thinks she's a philosopher and the pig is fond of a spider. Farmer Bob will eat the pig if it doesn't make itself useful. |
#Person1#: Good morning. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to check out now. My name's Adams, room 312. Here's the key.
#Person1#: One moment, please, sir.... Here's your bill. Would you like to check and see if the amount is correct?
#Person2#: What's the 14 pounds for?
#Person1#: That's for the phone calls you made from your room.
#Person2#: Can I pay with traveller's cheques?
#Person1#: Certainly. May I have your passport, please?
#Person2#: Here you are.
#Person1#: Could you sign each cheque here for me?
#Person2#: Sure.
#Person1#: Here are your receipt and your change, sir. Thank you.
#Person2#: Thank you. Goodbye. | Adams checks out with #Person1#'s assistance. Adams checks the bill and pays with traveller's cheques. |
Maxfield: ive totally run out of food
Sinclair: go to the shops then
Maxfield: and cash
Wayne: go and earn then. this is a bad place for begging
Sinclair: yeah crybaby. we wont help lol | Maxfield has no money nor food. Wayne and Sinclair won't help him. |
Celia: Where do you want to go for Holiday ?
Mike: I was thinking about Egypt
Celia: Too hot. What about Croatia ?
Mike: Good idea, I've never been there | Mike considers going to Egypt for holiday. It's too hot for Celia, she suggests Croatia instead. Mark likes the idea, he's never been there. |
Kinsley: Hi! :) How are you?
Kinsley: I hope, you've managed to dig yourself out of snow. :)
Miles: hi! :)
Miles: yup, surprisingly, i'm still breathing, even though i had to shovel hundreds pounds of snow this morning
Kinsley: Is the weather on Lofoten as extreme as in the USA?
Miles: it's not that cold in here, but we have really heavy snowfalls
Miles: today i had to jump out of the widow, because i couldn't open the door (!)
Kinsley: whoa
Kinsley: I hope you haven't broken any bones!
Miles: me too. :D
Miles: i hope we won't freeze our butts off this winter. :P | Miles shoveled hundreds pounds of snow this morning. He had to exit through the window, because the door couldn't be opened. They have really heavy snowfalls there on Lofoten. |
#Person1#: How can I lose weight, doctor? I seem to get fatter even when I just look at food?
#Person2#: Well, Jim. It is a combination of how much you eat, the type of food you eat, and when you eat your meals.
#Person1#: I never eat breakfast though.
#Person2#: That's a big mistake, you should always have a good breakfast. You will not run your car without fuel, and as well you won't expect your body to work without food.
#Person1#: I never thought about it that way.
#Person2#: I bet you eat a large evening meal, then sit and watch TV or read a book. Then instead of burning off your energy, your body stores it as fat.
#Person1#: Oh doctor, I feel so foolish.
#Person2#: Well control is really using common sense when you plan your eating habits.
#Person1#: I know doctor, thank you so much. | Jim asks the doctor how to lose weight. The doctor tells Jim to have a good breakfast and use common sense when planning eating habits. |
Ben: Having a quality day.. doing nothing!
Ella: such a quality day then?! x
Nick: sounds boring!
Eva: i need a day doing nothing once in a while! x
Jenny: have a nice day!
Kevin: i hate you! I've got so much to do today! | Eva is chilling while Kevin has a lot of work to do. |
Mike: I owe you one!
Jake: Actually, u owe me 200 :P
Mike: I'll pay u back as soon as I can.
Jake: Which is?
Mike: Well, I should get my paycheck on the 7th, so probably on the 8th.
Jake: No problem.
Mike: Thanks again. I don't know what happened to the cash I had set aside for this.
Jake: Don't worry about it. Last month I had to borrow some money from my parents.
Mike: Same situation?
Jake: More or less. Was behind with the rent and landlord became impatient.
Mike: Straightened things out?
Jake: Thankfully, yes. | Mike will repay the money he owes Jake on the 8th. Mike had to pay the rent so he borrowed money from his parents. |
the torture master: I welcome the break from torturing another prisoner. I hope that we can get a day or so inbetween before torturing the next.
torture master: Break? The only kind of break I enjoy is breaking prisoners.
Summarize the dialogue | torture master welcomes the break from torturing another prisoner. |
Martha: Have you been to Laura?
Ian: Not yet, why?
Martha: I wanted to give you a book for her.
Ian: OK.
Ian: I'll be in a moment.
Martha: Thx!
Martha: I will pack a few CDs too. | Ian will bring Laura a book and few CDs from Martha. |
Erin: hey nick, could i borrow some money from you?
Nick: mmm, they say you should never lend money to your friends
Erin: why?
Nick: because it may ruin the friendship
Erin: that's nonsense. i'll pay you back
Nick: ok. how much do you need?
Erin: enough to buy a new pair of prada shoes
Nick: what for?
Erin: nothing specific, i was shopping online and saw them and fell in love with them right away
Nick: i thought the money was for an emergency or something important
Erin: shoes are important
Nick: mmm, no they are not
Erin: come on! does that mean you won't lend me the money?
Nick: sorry friend, i can't lend you money for shoes | Erin wants to borrow money from Nick for a new pair of Prada shoes. He declines because it's not an emergency. |
#Person1#: Good morning, sir. What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I'm Jack in Room 606. Can you change the room for me? It's too noisy. My friend was woken up several times by the noise from upstairs. He said it was too much for him.
#Person1#: I'm awfully sorry, sir. I do apologize. A ten-year-old boy and a mother live upstairs. Maybe the boy is a little bit naughty.
#Person2#: Anyway, I'd like to change our room.
#Person1#: No problem, sir. We'll manage it. | Jack wants #Person1# to change the room because it's too noisy upstairs. #Person1# promises to manage it. |
#Person1#: Good evening, sir. I understand that you have been robbed.
#Person2#: I certainly have.
#Person1#: When did this happen?
#Person2#: About two hours ago.
#Person1#: Why didn't you report it before?
#Person2#: I couldn't. I was bound and gagged.
#Person1#: Please tell me exactly what happened.
#Person2#: I was sitting in this room watching television when someone knocked on the door. Without thinking, I opened it.
#Person1#: That wasn't very wise, sir.
#Person2#: I know. I was expecting my wife, you see, and thought it was her.
#Person1#: You should never open a door without looking to see who it is.
#Person2#: Yes, I know. I regret it very much.
#Person1#: What happened?
#Person2#: Two men pushed into the flat. One of them threatened me with a knife while the other bound and gagged me.
#Person1#: Did you get a good look at them?
#Person2#: I'm afraid not. They were both wearing stockings over their faces.
#Person1#: What did they take?
#Person2#: My wallet, with $ 200 in it, my wrist watch. some of my wife's jewellery from our bedroom, and a silver photoframe.
#Person1#: They don't seem to have done much damage to the flat.
#Person2#: No. They had just begun to search when the dogs next door began to bark. Theran off then leaving me bound and gagged. It was some time before my wifereturned and released me. I phoned the police at o
#Person1#: My men began searching the area as soon as we received your call. I can't promise you that we'll recover your property but we'll certainly do our best. | #Person2# has been robbed and tells #Person1# exactly what happened. #Person2# opened the door without checking, and two men wearing stockings over their faces came in. One man bound and gagged #Person2# and they took the wallet, jewellery, etc. #Person1#'s men will do their best to recover #Person2#'s loss. |
#Person1#: How should we commemorate the centenary of the founding of the university? We have been given quite a large budget to pay for some events.
#Person2#: We should certainly hold a big party for the professors and students. We could have a firework display.
#Person1#: Do you think that we should invite alumni and former professors?
#Person2#: If we do, too many people might attend. Perhaps we should invited all of them, but make a small charge to attend.
#Person1#: Good idea. We should also hold a series of presentations. We could have presentations on the history of the university, the courses we offer, and our links with other universities.
#Person2#: Good idea! I think we could also have presentations by former students on how their experience here helped them in their lives.
#Person1#: We could have another on the successes of graduates from here.
#Person2#: I think that we could also produce some merchandise for the centenary-you know, T-shirts, mugs, plates, pens, and things like that.
#Person1#: That's an excellent idea. Hopefully, we would be able to make a profit! A few professors and students are writing a book on the history of the university.
#Person2#: I'm looking forward to reading that. We could have book signings by famous professors and alumni.
#Person1#: A group of students from the art and music faculty are producing a short film.
#Person2#: I'm sure that will be very popular. . OK, let's think about how we can put these ideas into practice. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the preparation for the centennial ceremony of the university, concerning the cost, guests, presentations, and merchandise. |
Ava: have a look a the new girl.
Mia: she looks creepy
Ava: watch out, she's in the boss paper
Mia: still, i don't like her look. | Mia thinks the new girl looks creepy. |
Professor C: So that by the way basically is a is one of the units in our in our our neural network So that s all it is It s a sig it s a sigmoid with weighted sum at the input which you train by gradient pause descent
Grad E: Right so he uses an THEM algorithm to to train up these parameters for the logistic regression
Professor C: so I was using THEM to get the targets So so you have this this this AND gate what we were calling an AND gate but it s a product product rule thing at the output And then he uses i you and then feeding into that are I m sorry there s it s an OR at the output is not it ? so that s the product And then then he has each of these AND things And but so they are little neural neural units and they have to have targets And so the targets come from THEM
PhD A: And so are each of these low level detectors comment are they are these something that you decide ahead of time like `` I m going to look for this particular feature or I m going to look at this frequency `` or What what what are they looking at ? What are their inputs ?
Grad E: Right so the OK so at each for each sub band comment there are basically several measures of SNR and and correlation and he said there s like twenty of these per per sub band and for for every s every sub band e you you just pick ahead of time `` I m going to have like five pause i independent logistic tests `` And you initialize these parameters in some some way and use THEM to come up with your training targets for a for the the low level detectors And then once you get that done you you you train the whole whole thing on maximum likelihood and h he shows that using this this method to detect sonorance is it s very robust compared to to typical full band Gaussian mixtures estimations of of sonorance And so so that s just that s just one detector So you can imagine building many of these detectors on different features You get enough of these detectors together then you have enough information to do higher level discrimination for example discriminating between phones and then you keep working your way up until you you build a full recognizer So that s that s the direction which I m I m thinking about going in my quals
Professor C: You know it has a number of properties that I really liked I mean one is the going towards using narrow band information for ph phonetic features of some sort rather than just immediately going for the the typical sound units Another thing I like about it is that you t this thing is going to be trained explicitly trained for a product of errors rule which is what Allen keeps pointing out that Fletcher observed in the twenties for people listening to narrow band stuff That s Friday s talk by the way And then the third thing I like about it is and we ve played around with this in a different kind of way a little bit but it has not been our dominant way of of operating anything this issue of where the targets come from So in our case when we ve been training it multi band things the way we get the targets for the individual bands is that we get the phonetic label for the sound there | The professor told the group that the current neural network had a sigmoid with a weighted sum as a low level detector. It trained using gradient descent. He suggested they delve into this further on Friday. |
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