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#Person1#: Freedom Travel. How may I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to make a flight reservation for the twenty third of this month.
#Person1#: Okay. What is your destination?
#Person2#: Well. I'm flying to Helsinki, Finland.
#Person1#: Okay. Let me check what flights are available?.
#Person2#: Okay.
#Person1#: And when will you be returning?
#Person2#: Uh, well, I'd like to catch a return flight on the twenty ninth. Oh, and I'd like the cheapest flight available.
#Person1#: Okay. Let me see. Um, hmm ...
#Person2#: Yeah?
#Person1#: Well, the price for the flight is almost double the price you would pay if you leave the day before 12 AM.
#Person2#: Whoo. Let's go with the cheaper flight. By the way, how much is it?
#Person1#: It's only $980.
#Person2#: Alright. Well, let's go with that.
#Person1#: Okay. That's flight 1070 from Salt Lake City to New York, Kennedy Airport, transferring to flight 90 from Kennedy to Helsinki.
#Person2#: And what are the departure and arrival times for each of those flights?
#Person1#: It leaves Salt Lake City at 10:00 AM, arriving in New York at 4:35 PM, then transferring to flight 90 at 5:55 PM, and arriving in Helsinki at 8:30 AM the next day.
#Person2#: Alright. And, uh, I'd like to request a vegetarian meal.
#Person1#: Sure, no problem. And could I have you name please? | #Person2# is calling #Person1# to make a round trip flight reservation to and back from Helsinki and asks for the cheapest flight available. |
Shanon: Heard something fun happened in mats 2day :)
Sid: Yeah :)
Victor: Y weren't u there? Should've seen it!
Oliver: Depends on the perspective ;)
Shanon: I'm in the mountains. With the old folks. So boring here!
Sid: Sry to hear that.
Oliver: U missed a lot!
Shanon: Bt what?
Victor: Remember our teacher, Mr. McKormick?
Shanon: Yeah, the rly old guy! He's like 40!
Oliver: And he's really creepy.
Sid: That's the one! | Something funny happened in mats today involving the teacher, Mr McKormick. Shanon didn't see it because she's in the mountains with her parents. |
donkey: No, I'm gonna eat this.
visitor: Stop being an ass. I would have never come this far to be robbed by a hungry donkey. Take that!
donkey: Fine, fine. You here to worship the Goddess?
visitor: Thank you! Yes, we also came to make a new life here. The taxes are outrageous! We came to create a farm and raise livestock. Donkey, would you like to come to the farm with us? Once our crops have matured we will make sure you are well fed.
donkey: Well, hate to break it to you...but I'm the Goddess. People come from all around to worship me, feed me, and in return I bless their land and all their ventures. Seeing as you are a bit too stingy though...
visitor: Ha, a talking donkey thinks he is the goddess! That will do, Donkey. That will do.
donkey: I almost had ya though!
visitor: You would be welcomed on our farm if you would like to come. You are a funny donkey!
Summarize the dialogue | donkey refuses to give the visitor the food he wants, but the visitor offers him a place on his farm. |
Kirk: Hi, it's Kirk.
Sandra: I can see that, Kirk.
Sandra: You are in my contacts.
Kirk: You are so smart, Sandra.
Sandra: Am I?
Kirk: Of course, you are.
Kirk: That's what I like most about you!
Sandra: So, that's what it is?
Kirk: Sure thing.
Sandra: How about my looks then?
Sandra: I thought you liked the way I look!
Kirk: Of course, I do! You look smashing!!!
Sandra: Now, that we've established that, what do you want Kirk?
Kirk: Ask you out?
Sandra: Not in this millennium, Kirk. Sorry:( | Kirk is really into Sandra. He asked her out but she refused. |
Ellen: have you ever been to a ski resort?
Kevin: never!!!
Ellen: would you like to?
Ellen: a couple of friends and i are going this february
Kevin: i'd love to! | Kevin wants to go to a ski resort with Ellen and her friends this February. |
dogs: Hi there! Ruff!
peasant: Hi, doggy! I'm so hungry, let's go find some food!
dogs: Sure, bark!
peasant: Alright! You're a good little doggy!
dogs: Thank you! Bark! Where are you from?
peasant: I'm from this area since I was born.
dogs: Ohh okay, I've never seen you! Ruff!
peasant: We will be friends do you think pup?
dogs: I hope so! Bark bark!
peasant: Let's play with this pig, what do you say there boy!
dogs: Sounds fun, bark!
peasant: Say hi mister canine! No biting!
dogs: Of course, I won
Summarize the dialogue | peasant is hungry. He will go for food with dogs. They will play with a pig. |
Linda: Hey there missy. Tell us when you're free for dinner. Our dance card is pretty empty at the moment 😀
Ruth: Will do. Just need to consult the rosters.
Linda: 👍
Ruth: How’s Fri 12th for dinner?
Linda: Perfect 😊
Linda: Coming to ours?
Ruth: Okay perfect. Locking you in now.
Linda: Yay!
Ruth: FYI Sammy doesn’t eat red meat. Just chicken and seafood.
Linda: was just going to ask
Ruth: Ok, Sammy has to squeeze a hair cut in between work and dinner Fri. Have a wedding Saturday. Will be finished at 7ish in Brunwick and will then head straight to yours. Looking forward to seeing you both. XxR
Linda: Sounds good
Linda: Btw do you eat duck?
Ruth: I do but Sammy doesn't
Ruth: sorry
Linda: No no, all good! I'll cook something else 🤔
Ruth: Also. tell us what to bring. Dessert?
Linda: that's a great idea 🙂
Ruth: Was going to ask your address but have it! Will let you know as soon as hair is finished.
Linda: Cool. Looking forward to this 😍
Ruth: 😀 | Ruth and Sammy are meeting Linda for dinner on Friday 12th at her place. Before dinner Sammy's going to the hairdresser. They have a wedding on Saturday. Sammy eats neither red meat nor duck, so Linda will have to cook something else. Linda is bringing dessert. |
#Person1#: What else, Ma'am?
#Person2#: No, thanks. My husband said, We'd like to pay now.
#Person1#: Let me show you to the cashier's. It's 905 yuan in total.
#Person2#: What? Where does that five come from?
#Person1#: Oh, it's a service charge.
#Person2#: But I only have 900 in cash here. Can you let it go for 900 yuan?
#Person1#: Sorry, but we can't do that. It's store's rule.
#Person2#: My husband said he had a credit card. Do you accept credit card?
#Person1#: Yes.
#Person2#: Great. Here it is.
#Person1#: Here is the receipt. Wanna to have it wrapped, Ma'am?
#Person2#: Yes, please. Thank you very much.
#Person1#: It'll be great to have you again.
#Person2#: Thank you very much. | #Person2# doesn't have enough cash to pay 905 yuan and asks to cut the service charge. #Person1# refuses. So #Person2# pays by her husband's credit card because it can be accepted. |
Polly: <file_link>
Polly: did you see this! :O
Ryder: ...
Ryder: oh shit
Ryder: you know what that means
Polly: of course
Polly: we are robbing a bank and buying tickets to Sydney for the show XD
Ryder: looooooool
Ryder: I was thinking more along the lines of "we have to save every penny from now till August 2019"
Ryder: but committing a crime sounds more fun :P
Polly: hahahaha
Polly: <file_gif>
Polly: Bonnie and Clyde, but for concert tickets
Ryder: <file_gif>
Ryder: well, we would certainly look very stylish dressed like that
Polly: I'm down :P
Ryder: lol
Polly: but seriously, we can try to save up and get a visa and go, no?
Ryder: \m/
Ryder: let's try | Polly and Ryder will try to save money and get a visa for the Sydney show. |
Daniel: Hi
Daniel: Whatsup? 😀
Andrea: I'm sorry, do we know each other?
Daniel: Not yet 😉
Daniel: Do you want to hang some time?
Andrea: Not really, no.
Daniel: Bye
Andrea: Lol bye | Andrea doesn't want to hang out with Daniel. |
snake: So how did you become a witch anyway? Is there some sort of school that you go to?
witch: Yes, I went to school and would you believe it? I only mastered one spell! The ability to talk to inanimate objects!
snake: Wait . . .to talk to inanimate objects, or have inanimate objects talk. The latter would be cool the former might mean I have been helping a crazy lady.
witch: I can have a full conversation with my cauldron just like I can with a snake. Anyway, that was decades ago and now I have many spells and magic skills like I have many gray hairs on my head.
snake: Well that is a relief! I was fearing that your conversations were one-way rather than two-way. There's a homeless guy in the village who talks to his hat, and I am sure he is not a witch.
witch: You never know. Would you like to keep my spyglass? It allows you to see danger from miles away.
Summarize the dialogue | snake is curious about how the witch became a witch. The witch went to school and mastered the ability to talk to inanimate objects. |
#Person1#: Belinda, I'm going to a party tonight. What shall I wear?
#Person2#: Is it formal or informal?
#Person1#: I guess it's formal.
#Person2#: Then, you should dress well.
#Person1#: That's right.
#Person2#: I think a white shirt with a blue tie looks nice on you.
#Person1#: You are smart.
#Person2#: Of course, the sports shoes don't go with the formal occasions.
#Person1#: You are right. What kind of shoes should I wear?
#Person2#: The brown leather shoes go well with your trousers.
#Person1#: Good idea. Oh, by the way, would you please pick me up after the party, honey?
#Person2#: It'll be too late ; you'd better take a taxi.
#Person1#: OK. | #Person1# will go to a formal party and Belinda suggests wearing a white shirt with a blue tie and the brown leather shoes. |
David: I have to do that test... 😞
Sophia: You need help with the test?
David: It would be much easier for sure
Sophia: I can help
David: That's awesome. Will you come in 1h?
Sophia: Sure. See you! | Sophia is helping David with his test in 1 hour. |
businessman: Well, I am here to see if I can sell my wares to the temple
nun: I see. I'll have to tell the Priest you're here then. Do you visit churches regularly with wares?
businessman: This is actually my first time.
nun: Nice. Well I'm sure the priest will buy the wares considering this is your first time. Are you a religious man?
businessman: I am not religious. I dont even believe in god
nun: You... You don't believe in God?!
businessman: I dont! I buy and sell goods in the market. I might expand my business to neighboring kingdoms as well. that is all I am bothered about!
nun: I really feel you shouldn't try selling goods to churches if you're not religious. God would frown on that.
businessman: That doesnt mean a thing. ...i can prove it?
nun: Karma will get you in the long term. It's not good good voodo. It's a sin.
businessman: You have any of this?
Summarize the dialogue | businessman wants to sell his wares to the temple. He is not religious and doesn't believe in God. Nun doesn't like that. |
Tracy: Rosie! Help!
Rosie: Whats up?
Tracy: Have you got any felt?
Rosie: What?
Tracy: Felt! for making clothes and art and stuff
Rosie: No of course I don't, why would I have felt?
Tracy: I don't know, you and you arty hobbies surprise me all the time!
Rosie: Hahaha thanks, I think... what do you need it for?
Tracy: I need to make some donkey outfit for work, apparently we are doing a nativity.
Rosie: Isn't that something kids do at school?
Tracy: YES! and my boss at work.
Tracy: Basically I am to be a donkey by next Thursday for the Christmas do at work.
Rosie: Are you sure they are not trying to tell you something?
Tracy: HAHA very funny.
Rosie: Is anyone else invited or are you the only one dressing up?
Tracy: Funny indeed, but my colleagues are also struggling with their outfits. So they are as useless as you when it comes to helping me!
Rosie: Sorry about that, I am useless when it comes to making outfits indeed.
Tracy: Sorry, I didn't mean that in a bad way...
Rosie: Haha I didn't think you did.
Rosie: Coming to think of it, did Sarah not have a donkey outfit for Annabel last year? She is a big kid and you are a little lady so maybe you'll fit in that one? Saves you making something?
Tracy: You are a hero!! I remember that actually, I wonder if she still has it!!
Rosie: Have you got her number?
Tracy: I don't think so.
Rosie: Do you want her number or do you want me to call her?
Tracy: No give me her number, I'll ring her. Do you think she'll mind?
Rosie: Not at all, she'll be happy to help!
Rosie: <file_other>
Rosie: Good luck!
Tracy: Thanks! You're a star! | Tracy has to make a donkey outfit for a nativity play at work. Rosie gives her Sarah's number as she had one. |
#Person1#: Cool camera. What are its features?
#Person2#: It's loaded! For example, it's got a 256 color, LCD screen that rotates 360 degrees, and switches to black and white in power save mode. Also, it has a low-light mode for night shooting and touch screen menu controls that are really convenient.
#Person1#: What about the quality of the pictures?
#Person2#: Oh, it's the usual 5600x3200 resolution with 10. 0 megapixels. It's got a 5xzoom, so from 28mm to 120mm the pictures look great! I can change the resolution, too.
#Person1#: Wow! What about the memory?
#Person2#: It has a built-in hard-wired memory, but I like to use the 64MB media cards that come with it. I can download everything onto the hard drive and then edit and enhance with different software. It takes fantastic pictures that I can either print out or E-mail to my friends. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the camera has a great screen, high quality of pictures, and fantastic memory. |
Ryan: Hi guys? anybody coming to the UK for Christmas?
Tony: We're going to London with Lucy
Mark: I will stay in Berlin, the flights were too expensive
Mark: and everything is always so unbearably crowded before Christmas
Tony: that's so true unfortunately
Tony: but anyway my family wouldn't forgive me if I stayed in France
Ryan: so maybe we could meet in London Tony?
Ryan: I'll be there for a week
Ryan: more or less
Tony: also for Christmas?
Ryan: Natalie's mother lives there, so we decided to spend this Christmas with her
Ryan: she's a single again after 30 years, so it seems difficult for her
Tony: I see, ok, let me know when you're free, we can meet for a beer
Tony: would be nice
Ryan: ok | Ryan and Tony are going to meet for a beer over a Christmas break. Mark is staying in Berlin. |
Ridge: Guys...good streams to watch Narcos? I don't do Netflix cuz I hardly watch Tv. But Narcos 👍
Ari: Showbox is good. You need to download the app.
Morgan: showbox or terrarium TV!
Ridge: Cool! Thx! | Ridge can stream "Narcos" on Showbox or Terrarium TV as alternatives to Netflix. |
congregant: I am merely here to light a candle for my much loved and dearly departed mother.
the king's trusted adviser: ohh...mother is a good humanity of a son
congregant: Have you been drinking the sacramental wine again?
the king's trusted adviser: no no i don't drink at all
congregant: It certainly seems like it. You should head to confession straight away with the way you're talking.
the king's trusted adviser: i am at stress about the work so i blabbering like this
congregant: No doubt, what is causing such stress?
the king's trusted adviser: i don't finished my work
congregant: Well, I can't say that I'm terribly surprised.
the king's trusted adviser: um
congregant: Are you having a stroke?
the king's trusted adviser: no i don't have.what about you?
congregant: We need to get you medical attention immediately! Does someone know a doctor?
Summarize the dialogue | The king's trusted adviser is stressed out about work. The congregant is here to light a candle for his mother. |
farmer: yeah, don't do that, i would prefer to not to get hanged. how good are you at jokes, i could probably make quite a bit of coin renting you out to the local circus.
cow: Okay . . . why did the cow cross the road?
farmer: i don't know, why did it cross the road
cow: He chose not to so as not to conform to society's expectations. Hilarious! I told it to the chicken and she clucked on about it for hours.
farmer: Huh, Well a talking cow is bound to draw attention anyway, ill need to check in town later for the next time the circus comes around.
cow: Well, that's the thing. I really don't do very well around crowds. I'm afraid I can really only talk to chickens and my owner. Other cows tend to shun me.
farmer: hmm, well at least the work in the fields will be a bit less dull.
Summarize the dialogue | farmer wants to rent his talking cow to the circus. The cow tells the farmer a joke. The cow can talk to chickens and her owner. |
#Person1#: Those are the headlines for today, and now for the international weather report with Mike Sanderson.
#Person2#: Thank you, Bob! This past week has been the beginning of Armageddon for many, a series of unprecedented meteorological events occurred around the world. In Switzerland, a major avalanche was reported in the Alps. Fortunately, no one was injured. Due to to the extreme cold this winter, a blizzard has struck the US Midwest, causing classes in schools and universities to be temporarily canceled. Moving to to Latin American, Ecuador has suffered a six month drought that has not only affected farming, but has also forced the closure of the hydroelectric power plant that provides electricity for the entire country. In Chile, a major earthquake that registered seven point five on the Richter scale struck the southern region. Losses are reported to be in the billions. Authorities have not yet released an official statement.
#Person1#: Not a great week for the world! Any good news?
#Person2#: I'm afraid not, Bob. One of the major volcanoes in Mexico has erupted, causing major floods and landslides in the region. Meanwhile, Mexico's coast has been hit by hurricane Liliana and officials say that all the seismic activity leads them to believe that a tsunami may hit Central America, affecting Honduras, Guatemala and Panama. That's all the news we have for today, but stay tuned for updates on the six o'clock news. Back to you Bob. | Bob is joined by Mike Sanderson and Mike gives a detailed international weather report. Mike says that a series of unprecedented meteorological events occurred and caused billions of losses. |
Ola: Have you seen that the new season of Narcos is out today?
Thomas: I had no idea :P
Ola: 4th, have we even seen the previous one?
Thomas: Yea, about that cartel taking over after Pablo's death.
Ola: Aa, the 3 brothers.
Thomas: Two :)
Ola: Ok, ok. And do you know where the new season is happening?
Thomas: I saw the trailer, Mexico.
Ola: Should we watch it?
Thomas: I don't know, it didn't really seem interesting. Plus, I can't imagine the actor playing a serious role.
Ola: Which one?
Thomas: I don't know his name, but he is in Ant-Man.
Ola: The chubby guy? :P
Thomas: Yea, that one.
Ola: No on will ever come near Pena anyway <3 | The 4th season of Narcos is out today. Ola and Thomas have seen the previous season. The new season is taking place in Mexico and features an actor that Thomas can't imagine in a serious role. It doesn't seem interesting to Thomas. |
Sean: Hi Buddy. How you doing?
Keiran: Not too bad, bit knackering working every night, mind!
Sean: Saw you last night, me and sis were there, 3rd row back. You were ace!
Keiran: Should have said hello or waved!
Sean: Didn't want to disturb your acting genius! Never seen a wizard so evil!
Keiran: Based it on old Frank Murphy, remember that physics teacher we had for a bit in year 8!
Sean: That old bastard! You had his voice just right, mannerisms too!
Keiran: Thanks mate! Honestly, next time you watch me treading the boards, just make yourself known!
Sean: Will do, you coming to Andy's party Saturday?
Keiran: Well, I've got a matinee performance that day, may pop in for an hour, can't get pissed or any thing, though.
Sean: I'll buy you a drink, say Break a Leg etc. Won't mention a certain Shakespeare play!
Keiran: 😆 That'd be great. See you then! | Sean enjoyed Keiran's performance last night. Keiran tried to mimic Frank Murphy who was their physics teacher. Keiran has got a matinee performance on Saturday, but he may go to Andy's party. |
guard: No - with his dog.
person: Well I will say his dog is better looking than his wife. Perhaps you made the right choice.
guard: Ha! You are fortunate that I am not the type to tell tales
person: Yeah, I really don't want any details about you and the dog.
guard: Hey, she had no complaints! What are you doing here anyway?
person: Looking for stuff I can fix. Perhaps this crossbow would fetch a little money if I can find a string for it.
guard: I am not sure you have permission to just take things ..
person: They are just going to light it all on fire when the pile gets to big anyway. This is the first time there has ever been a guard here.
guard: I really messed up, didn't I? :(
person: I'm sure he will get over it as long as the puppies don't have their father's eyes. Now help me get this chair out of there.
Summarize the dialogue | guard is with his dog. He is not with his wife. Person is looking for stuff to fix. He wants to take a crossbow. Guard is not sure if he has permission to take things. |
#Person1#: Good morning. Thank you for the interview.
#Person2#: No problem. Now, do you prefer working with others or flying solo?
#Person1#: Actually, I enjoy both.
#Person2#: So, what is most important to you in a job? Do you need job security or professional growth and a chance to advance?
#Person1#: I need job security.
#Person2#: Would you be able to relocate?
#Person1#: I am open to relocating.
#Person2#: What are your annual salary requirements?
#Person1#: I need at least 75, 000 per year.
#Person2#: I ' ll keep that in mind. Thank you for coming in today. We ' ll be in touch. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# enjoys both teamwork and flying solo; can relocate; needs job security and 75,000 per year. |
Brad: Our shared storage is full, can you get rid of some stuff, please?
Steve: I’ll see; I don’t really have much I can get rid of though. What’s on there?
Brad: Not sure, I think it’s a bunch of photos. I’ve cut mine down, can you have a look at yours?
Steve: Sure, but no guarantees I can get rid of anything. Can we get more space somehow?
Brad: No idea. Probably if we pay!
Steve: Figures. How much?
Brad: No idea, but I can check.
Steve: Yeah, do that, okay? Because I don’t see me being able to find much room.
Brad: What about if you put some on USB?
Steve: Why should I have to do that?
Brad: To make some room!
Steve: Maybe, but it’s a hassle.
Brad: So is being full!
Steve: True that! LOL!
Brad: See what you can do, okay?
Steve: Yep. | Steve will get rid of his stuff as their storage is full. Brad will check if they get more space. |
Eleonor: ok gals where do we meet up next Sunday?
Patricia: I'm out, my mother in law has bday :C
Tasha: oh fuck so you'll spend Sunday with Cercei then
Betty: I want to meet up next to Palladium cinema
Eleonor: ok so we'll meet up (minus Pat) at Jeff's bar
Tasha: are u serious? bar? do you want to seduce a bald 40 yr old divorcee?
Patricia: lol
Patricia: looks I'll be missing out a lot
Betty: isn't Gloria a bald 40 yr old divorcee too?
Eleonor: hahahaha
Patricia: LOL
Tasha: <file_gif>
Betty: let's meet up in that French place, it's not cheap but c'mon it's SO worth it
Tasha: agreed
Eleonor: ok
Patricia: if she dies before Sunday I'll come too
Eleonor: lol | Eleonor, Tasha and Betty agree to meet up in the French place next Sunday. Patricia can't come as the meeting collides with her mother-in-law's birthday. |
Scott: Where should we meet?
John: at Oculus?
Scott: ok! at 7.30
John: yup! | Scott and John will meet at 7.30 at Oculus. |
#Person1#: Can you help me set up my voicemail message? I just got this service and I am not really sure what I am supposed to say.
#Person2#: Sure! You just basically gotta let the caller know who they called, and ask them for their contact information so you can call them back.
#Person1#: Ok, so can I say, ' This is Abby's voicemail. I will call you later, so leave me your name and number '.
#Person2#: That's more or less the idea, but try something that sounds more friendly.
#Person1#: Ok, so how about this, ' This is Abby and I am really happy you called! I promise I will give you a ring as soon as I can, so please leave me your name and number. Talk to you soon! '.
#Person2#: A little too friendly Abby. Just say this, ' Hi, you have reached Abby. I am unable to answer your call right now, but if you leave me your name and phone number, I will get back to you as soon as possible. Thanks '.
#Person1#: That's perfect! Can you say that again and record it for me? | #Person2# helps Abby set up the voicemail message and tells Abby what she should say is letting the caller know who they called and asking them for their contact information. |
#Person1#: Where do you come from?
#Person2#: I come from England.
#Person1#: What's the climate like in your country?
#Person2#: It's mild, but it's not always pleasant. The weather's often cold in the North and windy in the East. It's often wet in the West and sometimes warm in the South.
#Person1#: Which seasons do you like best?
#Person2#: I like spring and summer. The days are long and the nights are short. The sun rises early and sets late. I don't like autumn and winter. The days are short and the nights are long. The sun rises late | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s from England. #Person2# talks about the climate there. #Person2# likes spring and summer. |
#Person1#: I want to ask you for a favor. I want to rent an apartment here in Beijing, but as a foreigner, I don't know the normal practice. Can you give me some advice?
#Person2#: First, why don't you tell me what you need, such as how big a room, where you want to live, whether you want to live downtown, and what you like to do. Then I can figure out which apartment is most suitable for you.
#Person1#: I am a student and want to live in Haitian, so that I can live close to my school. I like to play soccer and I like a quiet apartment so I can study.
#Person2#: I think that an apartment with two rooms and a kitchen would suit your needs. I can introduce you to a place for rent near your school. The apartment is on the 7th floor, so it is very quiet and suitable for studying.
#Person1#: That sounds great!
#Person2#: You can also go to the school's sports field to play soccer, and if you're lucky you might make some Chinese friends there. It is right near the market and has comfortable facilities.
#Person1#: Thank you so much. That's very kind of you. | #Person1# wants to rent a quiet apartment in Haitian. #Person2# suggests an apartment near #Person2#'s school where #Person2# can play soccer in the school's sports field and make some Chinese friends. |
Josh: i tried some music making last time
Jerry: yeah you told me
Josh: and guess what
Jerry: i broadcasted it on youtube
Jerry: and i have 7000 views
Josh: wow congrats
Jerry: thanks
Jerry: but its not the end
Josh: ???
Jerry: there was a recording company that had heard it
Josh: and they contacted you?
Jerry: yes!
Jerry: i will release an album :) | Josh broadcast his music on youtube and got 7000 views. He was then contacted by a record company and will release an album. |
#Person1#: Well, here we are in LA. Where shall we go first? Let's look at the map.
#Person2#: I hear the Grand Canyon is the most beautiful place on Earth. In the Colorado River goes right through it.
#Person1#: OK, let's go there. Can we camp near there or do we have to find a hotel?
#Person2#: I guess there are no village houses and we won't have to spend money on hotels until we had a big city.
#Person1#: OK, where do we go from there?
#Person2#: How about heading North? It starts to boil in the Southwest in the summer.
#Person1#: Then let's head up and camp a few days in the Yellowstone National Park.
#Person2#: Great. We can stay one night in Salt Lake City on the way. Then we can go horseback riding and fishing on Lake Yellowstone in the Yellowstone National Park. If we go all the way out to some of the remote parts of the park, we can look for bears and other wild animals.
#Person1#: That sounds a little scary.
#Person2#: Yeah, but exciting. Do you think we can do all of this in a week? We've got to get back in time for school registration.
#Person1#: No problem. | #Person1# and #Person2# arrive in LA. They decide to go to the Grand Canyon first, stay one night in Salt Lake City on the way, and go horseback riding and fishing on Lake Yellowstone in the Yellowstone National Park. |
#Person1#: Peter, why don't you go outside and play basketball with your friends?
#Person2#: No, Mum, I'd rather stay inside.
#Person1#: I just can't understand why you want to stay at home. It is such a wonderful day today.
#Person2#: I prefer staying at home and watching TV.
#Person1#: Didn't you just finish watching a basketball game on TV?
#Person2#: Yes, but a football game is next.
#Person1#: Oh, Peter. You really should go and play ball yourself rather than watching games.
#Person2#: I just enjoy watching games.
#Person1#: You really shouldn't watch so much television. | Peter's mom persuades Peter to play outside, but Peter only wants to stay at home and watch sports games. |
the book keeper: Why is that?
person: We had a problem with roof on the barn and I needed to buy materials.
the book keeper: That's understandable. I'll notify pastor Charles about this. I doubt there will be any repercussions for this.
person: I give you my thanks for that. I'll also have to miss service this weekend. Please tell the priest for me.
the book keeper: Miss service... that's a no-no in this society.
person: But, I simply have to work on my barn. I cannot leave my animals exposed like that.
the book keeper: But, nothing! Sunday is the lords day. Your animals will be fine. If you miss service the church will punish you.
person: The fox runs through the hole and steals my chickens! What can I do?
the book keeper: Pray it doesn't happen.
person: I don't know. I think god helps those who help themselves. I am confused about this matter.
the book keeper: There is nothing to be confused about. You will be at service.
Summarize the dialogue | The person had to buy materials for the barn. He will miss service this weekend. |
John: I'm leaving for a few months soon guys, could anybody take care of my apartment?
Tom: how comes? where are you going?
Paul: sure, this is not a problem, but what happened?
John: I just quitted my job and I think about living from savings for a while
Tom: where are you going to go?
John: I think south-east Asia
Tom: cool! anybody you're going with?
John: don't think so, we broke up with Elena on Monday
Paul: gosh, guy, a lot is happening, let's meet for a beer first and talk about it, don't run away before talking to us
John: I know it doesn't sound well, but I'm really fine and relieved
John: I realised recently I hated mu life, I needed a change
John: but, sure, let's meet, even tonight
Tom: Perfect, I'll let you know here when I'm free
John: ok! I've plenty of time now of course! | John's going to south-east Asia. John, Tom and Paul will meet before the departure. |
farmer bob: hi
bird: What brings a farmer to the cliffs?
farmer bob: This!!!
bird: Woah! What's all in the basket?
farmer bob: Farm harvest sire
bird: Do you come out here very often?
farmer bob: nah...just once a while. Who is the person in charge here?
Summarize the dialogue | farmer bob is collecting farm harvest sire at the cliffs. |
preacher: Good! And have you brought your tithes!? With only one follower I hope you are tithing a lot!
worshipper: Why, unfortunately I have given all my money to the homeless...
preacher: The church is more important than the homeless! Like I always say: "give your money to us so we can do good with it"
worshipper: Hmm... Have you read this book? I think you would find certain passages fascinating.
preacher: Of course I have read the bible! You need not to read the bible but listen to what I say that the bible says! It's easier like that for both of us.
worshipper: I see how it is, you're a priest who still holds the values of the First Vatican Council!
preacher: I do as the rest of the church, you are not to question us or our values!
worshipper: Your church doesn't deserve to hold this symbol!
preacher: How dare you! You must not spread lies! Leave now!
worshipper: The Lord will protect me from your unrighteous fury!!
Summarize the dialogue | worshipper has given all his money to the homeless. He thinks the church is more important than the homeless. The preacher holds the values of the First Vatican Council. |
water nymph: How dare you speak to me that way! If you ever venture close to my domain, you learn the price of such disrespect!
knight: You are but a nymph and not very big one at that. I could cut you in half as you stand there.
water nymph: You are to slow to land a blow on one such as I. As are all humans.
knight: You are not as quick as you think if the guards caught you and brought you here. You just have a quick mouth
water nymph: Perhaps instead of fighting we could take a walk by the pond in the moonlight and see if we can be friends.
knight: Yes, a walk in the moonlight by the pond. Sure we can do that
water nymph: You have struck me a mortal wound, but how!?
knight: If you don
water nymph: My sisters will avenge me. Somewhere, someday, on your travels, you will bend down for a drink of cool water and you will be seen no more. I swear it!
Summarize the dialogue | knight and water nymph are going for a walk by the pond in the moonlight. |
Brenda: Hey, is it ok if I arrive a little bit late today?
Dave: Sure, how late?
Brenda: Well i'm leaving now, so I'll probably be about 30mins
Dave: Grand, I'm here already
Dave: Can you bring those sheets with you?
Brenda: Which ones? From the last day?
Dave: No, from Tuesday. The ones with the homework.
Brenda: GImme a second i'll see if I have them.
Brenda: Pages 56 and 57 was it?
Dave: And 58 too
Brenda: Perfect
Brenda: Anything else I need to bring?
Dave: No, just that
Dave: I'm here now anyway
Dave: Ring the bell when you arrive
Dave: My phone might die
Brenda: Cool leaving now
Brenda: Be there in 20
Dave: See you soon | Brenda is going to arrive 30 minutes late for the meeting with Dave. Brenda will take sheets with homework for Dave. She will take pages 56, 57 and 58. |
Josh: Hey Josh, it’s me again 😊
Alexandra: Do you know if the copy shop at our university is any good? I need to print some important stuff.
Josh: Well, I guess it’s not. They've screwed up my BA thesis…
Alexandra: Tell me more
Josh: They’re fucking terrible. I had to bloody argue with them. They didn’t want to accept my complaint. Terrible! Keep the fuck away from them!
Alexandra: Lol :D Did they accept your complaint in the end?
Josh: Yep but only after I told them they were assholes 😉
Alexandra: Hahah
Josh: Fuck. I hate to think about it
Alexandra: Sorry ‘bout that
Josh: That’s ok^^
Alexandra: so, do you think there is a decent copy shop somwhere near?
Josh: At Charing Cross I guess
Alexandra: Perfect! Thanks!
Josh: Nothing | Alexandra needs to print some materials. Josh once used the copy shop at their university but he was utterly dissatisfied with their service and argued with them. Therefore he recommends using a shop at Charing Cross. |
Desiree: U both at home?
Lucian: No. I've just got ur msg. Why did u ask about it?
Desiree: No reason. Keep my pasta in the microwave
Lucian: I haven't cooked anything | Lucian is not at home. Desiree wants Lucian to keep her pasta in the microwave. |
the captain of the guard: It will take a long time.There are a lot of crypts here
kings: Yes, the old dead must be removed to make room for the new dead.
the captain of the guard: Some of the soldiers are starting to complain, but I will punish them severally
kings: Also organize all the weapons, we need to have them ready for the new recruits.
the captain of the guard: Thanks, your majesty. I will make sure your orders are carried on.
kings: Also make sure our defenses are in order for the war.
the captain of the guard: Keep this with you, sir.Just for precaution.I have on on my horse that I always use in battle
kings: Okay good idea, just in case an insurrection occurs.
the captain of the guard: All this personal weapons here must be hide, just for precaution
kings: When do you think the enemy will begin their attack?
the captain of the guard: I am still waitng for my spies to come back from the front with information about the enemies position
Summarize the dialogue | Captain of the guard is cleaning the crypts and organizing the weapons for the new recruits. He is waiting for his spies to come back from the front with information about the enemies position. |
vulture: You are cute and plucky. I like your spirit. Don't worry, you aren't worth the energy it would take to eat you. Why are you here?
mouse: I came in looking for food, but instead, I almost became it!
vulture: There is very little to eat around here. You can see we have been picking these bones here for months. I wish the desert was more hospitable to us.
mouse: That's really too bad. You guys have to eat too! What else is there for you to do around here?
vulture: We try to expend as little energy as possible by just sitting around most of the time. Every once in a while some poor soul comes in and dies because of the curse on this gold and we feast.
mouse: A real curse?
vulture: It would sure seem so, they show up laughing and picking up gold, the next minute...well you can see.
mouse: Yeah, doesn't look like it ends too well for them! Any idea who may have started the curse?
Summarize the dialogue | mouse came to the desert looking for food. The vulture likes his spirit. The vulture is hungry, but he doesn't want to eat the mouse. |
spider: Hahaha that is hilarious. Which dog was it?
animal: It was a foul smelling grey beast with pointed ears. Its a shame that I might find my trinket implanted inside this fine brown pool.
spider: If i help you look will you do me a favor?
animal: I will do anything as long as it means not having to parse through the muck
spider: I need to get out of here. It would be a ten day trek for me to get out of here and a 10 minute walk for you. Can you pick me up and take me out of here?
animal: Why, all you had to do was ask! I will take you wherever you need to go spider!
spider: Oh thank you so much. I can;t wait to finally be free of this mess.
animal: And what about this bat? Lets take him with us. I doubt he likes the smell inside here.
spider: I am sure he can fly out of here whenever he wants. He is an odd one for choosing to be in here.
Summarize the dialogue | The animal is looking for his trinket inside the brown pool. The spider will help him look. The animal will take the spider out of the pool. |
#Person1#: Hi. I need more amenities, please.
#Person2#: Could you be a little more specific, sir?
#Person1#: Well, to be more specific, the free stuff, like soap, lotion, and shampoo.
#Person2#: I understand. Now, you're saying that you've already used up all your amenities?
#Person1#: Oh, no! I've got all I need for my stay here.
#Person2#: So, what's the problem?
#Person1#: I need souvenirs!
#Person2#: You want some souvenirs!
#Person1#: Yes, yes. Souvenirs.
#Person2#: But, sir, our souvenir shop carries all those items.
#Person1#: That's not the same thing. If you buy hotel souvenirs, they have no sentimental value.
#Person2#: I understand, sir. I'll call housekeeping. You'll have your souvenirs shortly. | #Person1# wants to take some free amenities as souvenirs because he thinks they have sentimental value. #Person2# agrees and will call the housekeeping. |
#Person1#: Hi, Steve!
#Person2#: Hi, Jan. I'm planning to go to London by train. Do you want to come with me?
#Person1#: But it'd be cheaper by bus.
#Person2#: I've got a student travel card. You can get cheap train tickets with it.
#Person1#: That sounds good. How much does it cost?
#Person2#: A card for six months is sixteen pounds.
#Person1#: So how do I get one? You need two photographs, one for the card and one for the form.
#Person2#: There's a photo machine in the post office. It gives you four photos for three pounds.
#Person1#: So does the one in the library. But I went to a photographer's studio. It was cheaper.
#Person2#: I don't have to show my passport or my driving licence, do I?
#Person1#: No, Jan, you only need a letter from your college.
#Person2#: OK, I'll ask my teacher for one.
#Person1#: And then you take everything to the tourist office and ask the travel agent.
#Person2#: Great, next time you go to London, I'm coming too! | Steve invites Jan to go to London by train but Jan thinks it's expensive. Steve tells her how to get a student travel card so that she can buy cheap train tickets. |
alligator: Where are the guards?
prisoner: I do not know. I have escaped them and taken refuge in this abandoned shed
alligator: Oh i see, are you hungry? because i am
prisoner: Don't you dare think about eating me! I have nothing to offer you but my friendship. Are you not tired of being alone in here?
alligator: What else can you offer? Your life depends on it.
prisoner: I have already told you -- I have nothing!
alligator: Fine, how can i help you...you weakling.
prisoner: I am not weak...perhaps we can help each other. Would you like to escape this place together?
alligator: Sure i want to go to a large lake, do you know of any around here?
prisoner: I do not, but together we could find you a large lake with fish aplenty to eat and a nice cave for me to relax -- even if for a little while. I am so tired of being tortured.
alligator: You were tortured? What did you do?
Summarize the dialogue | alligator and prisoner want to escape the place. They will go to a lake together. |
#Person1#: Is there anything I can do for you?
#Person2#: I'm trying to choose a gift.
#Person1#: Did you have anything particular in mind?
#Person2#: No, but I'd like to get something typical in this region.
#Person1#: Well, we have some handmade products. Let me show you some.
#Person2#: They're quite nice. But I'm afraid they're quite a bit expensive.
#Person1#: About how much were you planning to spend?
#Person2#: No more than one hundred yuan.
#Person1#: Oh, in that case. This one is OK.
#Person2#: Oh! It's perfect. I think I'll take it. Would you wrap it, please?
#Person1#: OK. Wait for a moment, please. | #Person1# helps #Person2# choose a gift under one hundred yuan. |
Jake: red or white?
Natalie: what do u mean?
Jake: wine for dinner :)
Natalie: white, please :) | Natalie chooses white wine for dinner. |
Conrad: I'm outside the house
Conrad: I forgot my keys...
Rebecca: 💩
Tiffany: I'll be home at 10-11
Rebecca: I'm coming back even later
Conrad: Oh no...
Conrad: I'll wait in the coffee shop | Conrad can't enter the house because he forgot his keys. Since Rebecca and Tiffany are coming back late, he'll wait in the coffee shop. |
Susan: Sorry it's taken me a while to get back to you about our meeting. I was away all last week and then I had a big backlog of things to catch up with.
Martin: No worries. Will you have time for lunch or coffee this week?
Susan: Sure. Thursday or Friday around lunchtime are free:
Martin: How about I take you to lunch on Friday?
Susan: OK, 1 o'clock?
Martin: That sounds good. What kind of food do you like?
Susan: Oh anything. I am not fussy.
Martin: Maybe Italian?
Susan: Well, I actually have a gluten intolerance so pasta and pizza are both off the menu for me. That makes Italian a bit tricky.
Martin: How about Thai?
Susan: I get a bit of a reaction to spicy food, maybe something less hot?
Martin: There's a great new Steak House on Station Road, they do really good rib-eye steaks
Susan: We can do that if you want, but I'm actually vegetarian.
Susan: Except for chickens. Chickens are OK
Martin: There's a nice Vegan place doing vegan sushi on London Road. How does that sound?
Susan: That sounds perfect. I have an allergy to soy and peanuts, but probably I will be able to find something on the menu there.
Martin: OK, then. It is called Edamame. I'll meet you there on Thursday at one.
Martin: Will you be able to bring the book you talked about, that you were going to lend me?
Susan: Ah, yes, "the Source" by Mitchener. I think you will enjoy that.
Martin: Thanks. I look forward to seeing you there.
Susan: Me too. Bye for now. | Susan and Martin are meeting on Thursday at one for lunch at a vegan restaurant Edamame as Susan's gluten intolerant, allergic to spicy food and a vegetarian. Susan'll bring a book "The Source" for Martin. |
#Person1#: Officer, officer, I leave something important to report. I have just had my money stolen.
#Person2#: Before you begin, why not take a seat and calm down a little? Don't be too excited. It won't help us catch the thief.
#Person1#: Yes, you are completely right. Where should I start?
#Person2#: At the beginning, when did it take place?
#Person1#: About 10 minutes ago.
#Person2#: And where exactly was this?
#Person1#: It was probably on the moving stair coming up from the underground at Xi'an. I think somebody had been following me from the time I left the bank.
#Person2#: The bank?
#Person1#: Well, you see. I went to a bank to exchange some travelers checks for money. So I can buy my airline tickets back home.
#Person2#: Yes, yes. How much did you exchange?
#Person1#: About $4500 worth.
#Person2#: And how much was stolen?
#Person1#: All of it.
#Person2#: I see. | #Person1# reports to #Person2# about #Person1#'s stolen money. It took place 10 minutes ago on the moving stair coming up from the underground at Xi'an after #Person1# exchanged $4500 at the bank. |
Linda: Amy's wedding was so beautiful
Theresa: True. If I ever get married I'll ask her for tips
Paula: I think she had a wedding planner
Linda: No. She planned it all herself.
Paula: And how about Tom?
Linda: I think he was responsible for the DJ and the alcohol | Amy had a wedding planner. Tom was responsible for the DJ and the alcohol. |
sad townsman: Well, I do have this bottle of water. How big could a desert possibly be?
horse: Well I don't think this place be around much longer anyways I say we take our chances
sad townsman: Alright, you pick the direction and I will lay back and try to forget about my worries.
horse: Himm I think north is the best way to go I imagine there will be something near those mountains
sad townsman: That seems likely, it may also provide some shade when the sun rises.
horse: yes that would be great so what do you want to do once you leave this horrid place
sad townsman: Well, likely find myself another tavern wench. You?
horse: You need to set better life goals,I just want a nice green field to run in
sad townsman: Well, the desert is certainly the wrong place for you my friend.
horse: Yes it is I long for much more
sad townsman: How much grass would be enough for you?
horse: well enough for me to run miles in each direction I guess I am a big dreamer
Summarize the dialogue | horse and sad townsman are going to the north to find a green field to run in. |
Avril: Hi!
Avril: Have you got plans for the weekend?
Frank: Hello, no, I don't.
Frank: I mean I have some things to do, but nothing special.
Avril: Do you like mushroom picking?
Frank: U serious?
Avril: :D :D :D
Avril: Of course not! ^^
Avril: But i'm going to see horse racing. U comin'?
Frank: Now, u r talking!
Frank: Sure I'll come with u! | Frank will join Avril at the races at the weekend. |
priest: I believe it can be arranged my child.
servant: I can feel myself being filled with your blessing father!
priest: Tell me, do you follow the word of god?
servant: Indeed father! Though I cannot read, so I always follow your orders without question, trusting your words as if they were those of the Lord.
priest: Would thou take an opportunity to learn to read, if given the chance?
servant: Yes! Most certainly I would!
priest: Then the classes start in a weeks time. You shall learn to read, and become my apprentice. You will be freed of the servant's chains and become a son and preacher of the cross!
servant: Oh thank you father! Shall I begin after I return from visiting my family?
priest: Yes. inform them that you are going to better yourself, and in turn better the world.
servant: I shall try to walk in your footsteps father.
priest: Do not walk in mine, for my path is not always straight, walk your own, and when you see yourself going of course, correct it.
Summarize the dialogue | The servant will learn to read and become a preacher of the cross. He will start the classes in a week. |
Jake: Were waiting in Senza if anything
Josh: Oh I am at Sears
Suzanne: Let's all go to Sears
Jake: K | Jake and Suzanne are going to join Josh at Sears. |
Cassandra: Hiya, is anyone interested in a playdate today or tomorrow? Sammy has been asking for her friends since the holiday started and we have not plans for the next couple of days yet. Anyone up for meeting up? xxx
Amelia: we're out with family I'm afraid... x
Lindsay: oh bless her! We are busy today but can meet tomorrow pm? Park maybe?
Helen: tom is the same! tomorrow sounds great! picnic and play int he park?
Cassandra: good idea guys, she'll be so chuffed! xxx
Helen: so will Tom! quite cute how they miss their little friends!!
Lindsay: I know, Elsa has been asking too!
Cassandra: 11.30?
Helen: yeah cool!
Lindsay: we will join you after lunch, we are swimming in the morning.
Helen: I didn't know swimming lessons carried on in the holidays?
Lindsay: I didn't either, but they called yesterday to remind me, luckily. I'm a bloody sieve
Helen: I better check ours then...
Cassandra: see you tomorrow!! xxxx
Helen: see you
Lindsay: x | Cassandra, Sammy, Lindsay, Tom and Helen are going to meet tomorrow in the park for a playdate. Most of them agree on 11.30 and Lindsay will join them after lunch. She has swimming lessons in the morning. |
Oscar: Penny, I haven't done this exercise with this group before
Oscar: For TPM I could send a presentation
Oscar: And for other one you could use yellow tapes
Oscar: I'm sorry for the inconvenience
Oscar: Send me Your email if You'll need anything to be provided
Oscar: Good luck!
Penny: <file_photo>
Oscar: You will rock them, I'm sure! very grateful indeed.
Penny: thanks! how are you feeling btw?
Oscar: I'm happy we managed, it's better I stayed at home, feel worse today, couldn't sleep with cough
Penny: rest and recover well
Penny: sending some healing vibes
Penny: you will be dancing no time
Oscar: Tank You
Oscar: Any news about 3d module so far?
Penny: I think the best bet was for January but there will be confirmation...
Penny: I'm off to explore city centre now
Penny: take care..and see you sometime somewhere
Oscar: Oh, it's a beautiful city, have a good time, You've deserve that! Cheers
Oscar: I'd like to meet you in person one day!
Penny: ditto! :) | Oscar has called in sick. He hasn't done this exercise with this group before. He'll send Penny a presentation for TPM, for the other one she could use yellow tapes. Penny is going to explore the city centre now. |
David: Hi
Alysa: hi whos this?
David: this is David? met at club last night?
Alysa: hey David that was quick ?
David: yes.. you are so beautiful i couldnt resist messaging you
Alysa: ahan! so i am beautiful thats why you messaged me?
David: yes and also you are an amazing person so i wanted some of your amazing time
Alysa: you are seriously very quick
David: that means yes?
Alysa: when did i say that?
David: but you didnt say no?
Alysa: hmm.. i will think about it
David: ok tomorrow at the club 6pm then to a dinner at restaurant
Alysa: ?
David: yes i will be waiting see you than..
Alysa: lol i havnt seen anyone like you
David: i know i am unique :angel:
Alysa: yeah right!!!
David: Done?
Alysa: ok :) | David met Alysa at the club last night and wants to see her again. Alysa will see him tomorrow at the club 6 pm. |
Adam: Do u have a map of Paris?
Tom: Yes, Why? A trip?
Adam: No, it's for Lisa and her mum. | Tom has a map of Paris. |
#Person1#: I have a question about my cable.
#Person2#: What do you need?
#Person1#: I haven't been able to watch my cable for the past week.
#Person2#: Right now the cable isn't working.
#Person1#: Could you tell me when it will be back on?
#Person2#: The cable should be running again in a couple of days.
#Person1#: In the meantime, do I still have to pay for the cable?
#Person2#: We'll just give you a credit for the inconvenience.
#Person1#: Does that mean I won't have to pay for it?
#Person2#: It'll be free until it comes back on.
#Person1#: Thanks, I appreciate your help.
#Person2#: Thank you for all your patience. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the cable isn't working and it'll be free until it comes back on. |
wife: Your mane is very large, I am rather jealous! Who takes care of you?
horse: Oh you know, I'm just one of the kings personal transport horses not to brag or anything.
wife: Ah such an honor! I have only seen and admired you from a far. You are quite the beautiful horse!
horse: You can give me a pet if you like, I don't bite little lady.
wife: Oh yes please! *bets horse* I wish my husband where here to meet you! He might just faint.
horse: Fancy a ride perhaps? I don't have anything going on.
wife: The king wouldn't mind?
horse: Oh pfft, like he tells me who can ride me.
wife: Haha! Now whose really the boss here? The king or the Kings horse?
horse: Given his lack of beneficial fiscal policy I would think I could do a better job.
wife: Alright then, take me where the wind blows your mane! *jumps on horse*
horse: -gallops into the sunset-
Summarize the dialogue | horse is one of the king's personal transport horses. The king doesn't mind if the wife rides him. |
#Person1#: Good morning, Miss Monica. Nice to meet you again!
#Person2#: Good morning, Mr. Thomas, it is nice to see you too.
#Person1#: After the internal discussion, we have all agreed that you are the most suitable person for this position among all the candidates. So, today let's talk about your expected salary and social benefits. What is your expected salary?
#Person2#: I'Ve worked in the field for more than 4 years. Depend on my work qualifications and experience, I would like to have 5000 Yuan to start.
#Person1#: The basic salary for this position in our company would be 4800 Yuan to start with increases giving according to your performance.
#Person2#: It is a bit lower than I expected. But I can accept that. What are the working hours?
#Person1#: 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM with one hour lunch break every day. .
#Person2#: Do I have to work on weekend? If so, how do you pay for the overtime?
#Person1#: We do expect overtime work when it is necessary, but we pay twice of the work hour for working on weekends and three times for working on national holidays like Spring Festival and the Mid-Autumn Day.
#Person2#: Is there probation?
#Person1#: No probation is involved. If you feel good, you can start next week. | Miss Monica is informed by Mr. Thomas that she is suitable for this position and Miss Monica will get 4800 Yuan for 40 working hours a week. Mr. Thomas tells her how do they pay for the overtime and there's no probation. |
mouse: hehe I would like to know what you make from a dragon's toenail?
witch: Ah, well, I use it for a potion that makes ink invisible until you hold a candle flame up to it...that's why I need a DRAGON's toenail, it comes from a fiery beast.
mouse: I don't understand you can make ink visible? there is invisible ink?
witch: Well, yes. HEY! are you a spy, maybe I shouldn't be telling you all this. How do I know I can trust you?
mouse: I'm no spy, I'm just a harmless mouse that likes to play games with my friend horse. You are quite paranoid!
witch: Who are you calling crazy? I've got only one spell I can use, and it's a pretty wicked one, you and your horse friend better watch out!
mouse: I didn't call you crazy! Are you crazy?
Summarize the dialogue | witch uses dragon's toenail for a potion that makes ink invisible until you hold a candle flame up to it. mouse is a harmless mouse that likes to play games with his friend horse. witch is paranoid and has only one spell she can use. |
sailor: hi
Summarize the dialogue | sailor is looking for a girl. |
Jessie: <file_video>
Jessie: can't.stop.watching :) :) :) :)
Alison: STOPPPP hahah
Robin: Hilarious!
Erica: See? Running is bad for you :D
Emily: This is why I don't exercise lol
Robin: This is like my first and last skating attempt...
Jessie: hahahah Robin can't believe you're still alive after that one!!!
Robin: That painful one...
Alison: <file_video>
Jessie: omg don't do this to me
Jessie: can't stop laughing
Emily: <file_gif>
Emily: I saw it like 800 timeas and its ALWAYS funny! :)
Robin: shit I can't stop laughing and my boss is watching
Robin: help!!! | Jessie shares a funny running video with Alison, Robin, Erica and Emily. Alison shares a funny video too. Robin's skating attempt was unsuccessful. Robin is laughing while her boss is watching her. |
#Person1#: Are you busy this week?
#Person2#: Yes. This morning I need to write a business report and this afternoon at 1:30, I'll discuss the report with the general manager.
#Person1#: What's your schedule for tomorrow?
#Person2#: I'm attending the sales meeting at 9 o'clock and in the afternoon at 3:00, I'm seeing Mr. .Black, the marketing manager.
#Person1#: What about Wednesday?
#Person2#: I've got an appointment at 8:30 with Mr. Anderson, the bank manager. In the afternoon, I'm taking the 4:45 flight to Hong Kong for the conference.
#Person1#: The conference is on Thursday, right?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. At 10 o'clock in the morning and 2 o'clock in the afternoon. After the conference, I'll be free. I'll be enjoying my weekend in Hong Kong. | #Person1# tells #Person2# about #Person1#'s busy work schedule this week. |
Greg: <file_photo>
Fred: Hehehehe
Greg: This page contains the best memes I've ever seen.
Fred: I love dark humour. Especially when it's politcally incorrect :)
Greg: Yeah, I know. It's the best isn't it?
Greg: <file_photo> Have fun :) | The page Fred and Greg are looking at is full of funny memes. |
#Person1#: Excuse me. Have you got any books on genetic engineering? I've looked for them everywhere, but I can't find any.
#Person2#: I'm not sure if we've got any now. Books of that kind are on this shelf. Well, I'm afraid we've sold out.
#Person1#: What a pity! I should have come earlier.
#Person2#: Come some time next week if you like. I think we'll have got some by them.
#Person1#: Ok, I will. | #Person1# is looking for genetic engineering books, but they're sold out. #Person2# tells #Person1# to come next week. |
Jane: honey can you go to the store on the way home?
Mike: yeah sure what do we need?
Jane: mike eggs bread some fruit
Mike: thats all?
Jane: yeah I think so
Mike: sure? haha
Jane: wait yes juice we need juice get orange its Sams favorite
Mike: haha ok :) | Mike's going to get some eggs, bread, fruit and juice on his way home. Orange juice is Sam's favourite. |
#Person1#: What can I do for you?
#Person2#: I would like to file a complaint.
#Person1#: What happened?
#Person2#: I was robbed.
#Person1#: When did this happen?
#Person2#: It happened this morning.
#Person1#: What was taken from you?
#Person2#: My wallet and my cell phone.
#Person1#: Were you able to get a look at this person's face?
#Person2#: Yes, I was.
#Person1#: Would you be able to pick him out of a line-up?
#Person2#: That would be easy. | #Person2#'s wallet and cell phone were robbed this morning. #Person1# helps #Person2# to file a complaint. |
person: I bow before you.
gods: Excellent. Have you got any of them offerings for me?
person: I have the book the priests tell us is holy. Is that right, o powerful one?
gods: Here I will give you a gift on this parchment.
person: A Holy Writ! From the hand of God!
gods: Yes that is for you my lowly follower.
person: What is your Will? How may I serve?
gods: Carry out anything I saw to the very next person that you see and then...do a little dance.
person: Like this?
gods: That is right. Next remove your hats at once!
person: but...... I am not wearing a hat.....
gods: Okay here take mine.
person: So I should have a hat but not wear it? It truly is hard to know the mind of god...
gods: Now put this egg in the hat and yes..just like that, now wear the hat.
Summarize the dialogue | gods wants the person to follow his will. gods gives him a parchment with a holy writ. gods wants the person to remove his hat and put an egg in it. gods wants the person to wear the hat. |
Cate: Good morning
Trevor: Good morning, Miss. What can I do for you?
Cate: I want to visit your shop and look at some of your cloth for a suit.
Trevor: Certainly, Miss. Any particular colour?
Cate: Yes, I want a dark brown.
Trevor: It is for lounge suit?
Cate: An ordinary lounge suit, like the one i was wearing the first time we met.
Trevor: Ooh i remember.
Cate: But this time round, i want a heavier material.
Trevor: okay but it is a little more expensive but it is worth extra money.
Cate: What is the price?
Trevor: Rs. 65 a yard-double width.
Cate: How much should I require for a suit?
Trevor: Four yards will be ample. That should be Rs. 260 for the suit length.
Cate: And what do you charge for making?
Trevor: Rs. 100, and Rs. 35 for lining, buttons, etc.
Cate: I see; Rs. 395 altogether. I think I will take it.
Trevor: Very good, sir, I will take you measurements tomorrow once you come. Also you can try the suit on Monday. It should be ready by then.
Cate: Let me see. I am afraid Monday will be awkward. Shall we say Tuesday?
Trevor: Very good, sir. It will be ready for you on Tuesday. Are there any further inquiries you would like to make?
Cate: I think it is all good. Thank you. and see you tomorrow
Trevor: Good Bye.
Cate: Bye | Cate is buying a dark brown suit for RS 395. She will visit the shop on Tuesday. |
#Person1#: A : Look at this survey conducted by a website. A quarter of the employees will spend an average of 10 minutes everyday online doing personal things. Hi, Francis, what about you?
#Person2#: Well, I just spend 15 minutes as so checking my stock bonds and booking an air ticket for my mother. Anyway, I have done all my work and it is about the time to leave.
#Person1#: Though our company doesn't have a return policy, limiting the personal use of internet, I don't think the boss will like us to do that.
#Person2#: Certainly, work always comes first.
#Person1#: But it is lucky for us. The company computers don't have software keeping tracks of websites we visit. I have shopped too often online these days.
#Person2#: Well, keep a low profile. | Both #Person1# and Francis surf online doing personal things. They think the boss won't like them to do so. |
Karen: I need the titles to finish this presentation
Stanford: What titles
Karen: Of the books I need for it
Stanford: Comon, just research it
Karen: You could do at least anything in this project!! | Karen asks Stanford to provide book titles for the presentation. |
tadpole: I think I'd better hide. Are you friend or foe?
bird: I am friend, unless you
tadpole: Oh, whew...So what's up bird? I don't see you at the bog often.
bird: I am hiding from an eagle so I don't get eaten, what about you
tadpole: Just trying to stay alive long enough to be a frog.
bird: Are you hiding from anyone?
tadpole: Mostly birds such as yourself and humans. The rest of the day I play with the other tadpoles.
Summarize the dialogue | tadpole is hiding from an eagle. |
Mary: Have you arrived?
Tom: Yes, we've just landed
Mary: how are you doing?
Tom: good, but strange
Mary: why?
Tom: I feel like Midnight but it's only 5PM here, I'm also really tired after the flight
Mary: how was it
Tom: turbulences all the time, was quite scary
Mary: oh, I'm so sorry
Tom: it's fine, I have to get to the hotel now
Mary: have you gone through the border control already?
Tom: no, we've been for an hour on the plane, staying in a queue to get out of the machine
Mary: got JFK is horrible
Tom: apparently it is, people are saying here that it's always like that
Mary: so you're just sitting on the plane doing nothing?
Tom: yes, waiting
Mary: poor you
Mary: How long will you stay in NYC?
Tom: I'm taking a bus for Burlington tomorrow
Mary: that will be tiring as well
Tom: oh yes :( | Tom has a jet lag after landing and is still waiting on the plane to go out from it. He'll go to Burlington tomorrow. |
Jaden: Hey
Jaden: You know Neil?
Brooke: I know him
Brooke: what about him
Jaden: He is so annoying
Jaden: I remember you said that
Brooke: Hmm actually I don't remember I said that
Brooke: But yes hes a little bit unusual haha | Jaden tells Brooke that she finds Neil annoying. |
Jeremy: Hey sunshine, how was your day?
Lisa: quite hectic
Jeremy: I miss you so much
Lisa: me too :( I'll be back home this weekend so we can meet
Jeremy: I can't wait! | Lisa had a hectic day. She will be back home this weekend and she will meet Jeremy. |
#Person1#: Wow! You look like a drowned rat! Didn't you know there is a thunder-storm today?
#Person2#: I knew there would be a shower, but I didn't realize it would rain cats and dogs today.
#Person1#: Well. You'd better take a hot shower right now, or you will catch a cold.
#Person2#: I know. I don't want to get sick, especially during finals week. | #Person2# encountered the thunder-storm. #Person1# asks #Person2# to take a hot shower. |
Harry: Hey, Todd and I are going snowboarding this weekend. Want to come with us?
Ian: Where are you going?
Harry: We're planning on going down to Zakopane and then we'll see from there. I want to avoid the popular routes, though.
Ian: Yeah, I heard it gets pretty hectic in high season. You're renting your boards, right?
Harry: No, we bought boards a few days ago. We wanna try them out :)
Ian: You have new boards, wow. I wish I could get a new board.
Harry: Well, we bought them used, but they're hardly used.
Ian: Where, on the internet?
Harry: No, they have used boards at Extreme Sports. It's not a very big section, but they had our sizes. And the prices weren't bad either.
Ian: Maybe I'll get a Christmas bonus and then we'll see :) So, what time are we heading out?
Harry: I wanna make an early start, maybe 7?
Ian: Yeah, that sounds good.
Harry: Ok, we'll try to be at your place by then. Take care
Ian: Ok, bye
Harry: Don't forget all your gear! | Ian will join Harry and Todd on a snowboarding trip to Zakopane this weekend. Harry and Todd will test their new boards, Ian will rent one. |
Sam: Do we need any water at home? I'm going to Costco.
Brianna: No, we're good. Can you pick up some tp though?
Sam: Sure, no prob. | Sam is going to buy toilet paper in Costco. |
Mary: Hello guys!
Mary: Boarding games tmrw at 6
Mary: How about that?
Peter: Where?
Mary: Hmm, at my place?
Peter: Sounds good to me
Matthew: I don't think I'll make i
Mason: OK, fine with me
Matthew: it
Matthew: I have to study
Mary: :(
Matthew: Exam on tuesday, sooo
Matthew: Study hard | Mary wants to invite Peter and Matthew over. Peter can make it but Matthew can't due to the exam on Tuesday. |
#Person1#: I was wondering if someone in your office could help me with a question I have about my payment.
#Person2#: I would be happy to answer any questions you might have.
#Person1#: My paycheck seems to be smaller than the one I received last week.
#Person2#: What about income? Did you make any money during that period?
#Person1#: My old employer gave us a couple days of work during that period.
#Person2#: When you filled out your Continued Claim Form, did you show that income?
#Person1#: Of course I wrote down the work that I had done on the Continued Claim Form.
#Person2#: What happens is, when you make money, we take part of your benefits away.
#Person1#: I am not going to show any income from now on then.
#Person2#: I wouldn't do that if I were you. There is a severe penalty if you get caught making false statements. | #Person1# finds #Person1#'s paycheck seems to be smaller than last week. #Person2# explains that they take part of #Person1#'s benefits away as #Person1# made some money and warns #Person1# not to make false statements. |
#Person1#: I read the instructions, but I'm still not sure how to use my cell phone.
#Person2#: Actually, it's pretty easy. First of all, don't forget to turn it on.
#Person1#: Got it!
#Person2#: Then dial the number. And remember to press the 'send' button.
#Person1#: That's all?
#Person2#: Pretty much. Just make sure to recharge the batteries every few weeks. And try not to drop it. It's fragile.
#Person1#: Good advice.
#Person2#: And one more thing: Be sure to pay the phone bill every month! | #Person2# teaches #Person1# to use cell phones and reminds #Person1# of paying the phone bill. |
mage: Why is that? What do you need?
nun: Answers, mostly. Whenever I need answers I always look there first.
mage: Answers to what? What do you need answers to?
nun: Life questions, mostly. To what do we owe the pleasure of your visit today?
mage: You are such a fool! Why are you glad I came? You said that you are glad I came! Why?
nun: Why wouldn't I be, sir?
mage: Talk to the hand..... you are ridiculous... wasting air.
nun: I'm sorry you feel that way.
mage: I think I need to cast a spell on you. I will turn you into a toad.... Here's the right potion! (turns nun into a toad). There now that is more like it.
nun: Forgive him, Father, for he knows not what he does. I'm still glad you came today, sir.
mage: Hahahaha.... a toad that talks!
Summarize the dialogue | mage visited a nun and turned her into a toad. |
Gladys: Hey don't forget to carry you camera with you
Alvin: Okay I won't forget
Alvin: What time are we leaving
Gladys: 5am
Alvin: Cool | Gladys and Alvin are leaving at 5 am. Alvin has to remember to take his camera. |
#Person1#: Uh, where do you think you're going?
#Person2#: We're going to the new club, right? Oh, Man. I can't wait to get out on the dance floor and...
#Person1#: Ha! You're not seriously going out like that, are you?
#Person2#: Hey, you're just messing around with me, aren't you? Yeah, I know I look good. Just let me get my jacket.
#Person1#: Jason, you look ridiculous. Your jeans are too tight, and they look like they were washed too many times, back in the 80s. And why are you wearing that funny hat?
#Person2#: What? You've never heard of the New York Yankees?
#Person1#: I'm a huge baseball fan. I know who the Yankees are, but why are you wearing that hat backwards? What are you 10 years old? And that jacket looks like a dead animal.
#Person2#: Well, it's not like you're dressed up or anything.
#Person1#: Exactly. I'm wearing comfortable clothes that are actually in style. See how I'm wearing colors that actually match? You're trying way too hard to look cool.
#Person2#: Whatever.
#Person1#: Please, just put on something simple before you scare some children. | #Person1# and Jason are going to the new club and Jason can't wait to get out on the dance. #Person1# thinks Jason looks ridiculous and advises #Person1# to put on something simple. |
#Person1#: Are we leaving on Saturday or Sunday?
#Person2#: We are leaving on Saturday. The plane leaves at midnight, so we're flying over night.
#Person1#: Oh, really? I'm not sure I can sleep on the plane. It makes me nervous.
#Person2#: You will be fine. It's easier to sleep than you might think.
#Person1#: OK, well, what time should we get to the airport?
#Person2#: I think 10:00 pm will give us enough time. We'll arrive in Thailand at 11:00 pm, their time. And Jenny is picking us up and taking us to the hotel.
#Person1#: Will aunt Blanca and cousin Matty be there?
#Person2#: Aunt Bianca will, but cousin Mattie is flying in the next day. Once she arrives, we'll take the train from Bangkok to Chiangmai. Then grandma Sammy is meeting us and we'll take a boat to pick at.
#Person1#: I'm really excited about this trip. It's going to be so much fun.
#Person2#: I'm excited too. I hope it's not too tiring with the family. | #Person2# tells #Person1# they're leaving on Saturday at midnight and will arrive in Thailand at 11 p.m., and some schedules after the arrival. #Person1# is excited about this trip. |
resident: Oh my God! I just cleaned those.
bird: you scared me
resident: Sorry, i'm just trying to clean out all the debris.
bird: ok..I feel much better now. Do you know me?
resident: No. Where did you get this from?
bird: Have you no shame? stealing nuts from a bird
resident: You stole that from me!
bird: No I didnt...I got it from the field
resident: Sorry, it's just that I have been really anxious lately.
bird: Its ok. What is getting youu so anxious?/
resident: Expensive pieces like this can be stolen at any time.
bird: They should be kept in safer places then
resident: Well we are high up off the jungle floor. This is about as safe as it's going to get in the jungle.
Summarize the dialogue | resident is cleaning out the debris from the nest. The bird has stolen a nut from the resident. The bird got it from the field. The resident is anxious about the nest being stolen. |
freind: Ah, I understand that. Well tell me more about your troubles, that's what I'm here for.
retainer: My greatest trouble is this dungeon. The smell is hideous and criminals line the walls in shackles.
freind: Yes it is disgusting in here. You can't leave?
retainer: I am only allowed to go where my lord tells me. Can you help me become a knight. That is my real dream.
freind: Yes of course I can. I know someone who has attained knighthood, I will see what I can find out.
retainer: I will be eternally grateful.
freind: We will help you
retainer: Here, take this, dear friend. It will help you on your travels.
freind: I appreciate it. Those bandits can be especially dangerous.
retainer: Yes they can! If they're not careful, they'll end up here in the dungeon.
freind: Exactly! We will take them out!
Summarize the dialogue | retainer is in the dungeon and wants to become a knight. freind will help him. |
follower: God has given me much to appreciate
founder: Yes brother the Lord of GloopdeGloo has blessed you with my presence.
follower: The Lord looks down on me with great favor
founder: You're so lucky to get to serve the benevolent Founders. Are you wondering why I have called you to the church today?
follower: Yes
founder: I have a special job for you follower. Have a seat on these ancient pews.
follower: Thank you!
founder: This will be difficult for you I'm sure. I need you to put your feelings aside though.
follower: What is it? Get it out
founder: Watch your tone follower! I need you to defile yourself by entering one of the unholier churches nearby. We have reason to believe they're conducting sacrifices.
follower: Sacrifices? Are you sure?
founder: No. I hope it isn't true but if they are we shall wage war.
follower: War? Why is that they have to follow our christian ways. Can they not follow their own rituals
Summarize the dialogue | follower is grateful to the Lord of GloopdeGloo for his presence. He is called to defile himself by entering one of the unholier churches nearby. |
bird: probably looking for a meal as well. I'd stay up here if I were you
monkey: We don't get many humans this deep in the jungle...do you think she's lost?
bird: all the more reason to stay away if you ask me
monkey: Maybe you're right...you ever spend much time around humans?
bird: i try not to. I've had many friends caught and eaten by them. Why are you so interested in them?
monkey: I've always found them interesting. They're like big clumsy monkeys that aren't any good at climbing, and spend all their time piling sticks and mud together.
bird: they may be clumsy but they're dangerous. Even the small ones like that
monkey: They're just so silly though, like, "hey I'm a human, I'm going to tie these together and float on top of the river instead of going for a nice swim"
bird: The more time they spend doing that, the less time they spend looking to eat me
Summarize the dialogue | monkey is curious about humans. Bird advises monkey to stay away from humans. |
Henry: where RU?
Henry: I keep waiting like a fool!
Rosie: calm down, I'm on my way
Rosie: I just got stuck in traffic, it's Friday afternoon you know? | Rosie got stuck in the traffic. Henry is waiting for her impatiently. |
Nancy: i just posted a new video on my channel
Daniel: about?
Nancy: this new primer + daily vlog
Daniel: sounds awesome
Nancy: .........
Daniel: what? :D
Nancy: it is REALLY GOOD
Daniel: ... yea, yea... I’m sure about it :* | Nancy has just posted a new video on her channel. It is about a new primer and her day. Nancy thinks the video is really good. |
#Person1#: pardon me. Could you please pass me the tissue?
#Person2#: sure, here you are.
#Person1#: thanks, I didn't expect the dish to be so spicy. Are you ok?
#Person2#: yeah, I think the food is alright, it's not too spicy though it's a little salty for me. But you are Chinese, you should have known better.
#Person1#: well, not every Chinese can handle spicy food in the way people from Sichuan and Cuizhou provinces can. Back where I come from, people don't eat a lot of papers and chilies.
#Person2#: Oh, I see how this food can be really hard for you. I can sympathize with that. I stayed in Sichuan for a year. The food was difficult at the beginning. Every dish was so spicy. After a while, I got u
#Person1#: yeah, you can increase you tolerance for spicy food, but so far, I haven't had the need or the opportunity. Every time I try spicy food, it is a total disaster for my nose and eyes.
#Person2#: I completely understand. I didn't intend on liking spicy food at first either, but when you have no other choicest, you've got to adapt.
#Person1#: yeah, I guess that's a typical example of when in Rome, do as the Romans do.
#Person2#: exactly. | #Person1# thinks the food is too spicy, but #Person2# thinks it's ok. #Person2#'s staying in Sichuan for a year increases #Person2#'s tolerance for spicy food, but #Person1# can't handle spicy food. #Person2# couldn't either at first but then adapted. |
#Person1#: I'm going for a walk, Yi-jun. I need some time to myself.
#Person2#: Don't you want to go to the visiting hours? This sheet says they are tonight.
#Person1#: I just can't right now. Everyone will be talking about Taylor and. . .
#Person2#: . . . and maybe that's what we both need.
#Person1#: I need to come to grips with his death first. And I also need to prepare a eulogy in case I'm asked to speak tomorrow.
#Person2#: OK, but don't forget I'm here for you, and I know how you feel. It's my loss, too. | #Person1# needs #Person1#'s own time to grip with Taylor's death first. Yi comforts #Person1#. |
#Person1#: May I see your ticket and passport, PLS?
#Person2#: Sure, here they are.
#Person1#: Any luggage?
#Person2#: Just this suitcase.
#Person1#: Your backpack is very big and today's flight is quite full. I am afraid that you will have to check your backpack too.
#Person2#: No problem. What about this carry-on?
#Person1#: You can take that with you.
#Person2#: Can I have an aisle seat, PLS.
#Person1#: No problem. I'll give you an aisle seat in the center row. And here is your ticket, passport and boarding pass. Please board the plane at Gate 15.
#Person2#: Thank you. And when is the latest time for me to board the plane?
#Person1#: 15mins before the plane takes off. The plane is scheduled to leave on time.
#Person2#: Thank you very much!
#Person1#: You are welcome! Have a nice flight. | #Person2# is going through the check-in procedure. #Person1# lets #Person2# check the backpack. #Person2# asks for an aisle seat and asks the latest time to board the plane. |
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