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test_501 | Adolphus: Can I help you, sir?
Clayton: Yes, please. I'm picking out some presents for my children and wife.
Adolphus: What kind of presents do you want?
Clayton: Actually, I don't know exactly. Do you have anything recommended?
Adolphus: OK. How about some very cool sneakers for your children? Anyway, it won't cost yo... | Clayton is from America and is picking up presents for families in a duty-free shop. Adolphus recommends some for Clayton. |
test_502 | Lorri: Have you ever done this kind of work before?
Orel: No, I haven't. But I'm sure I'll be good at it.
Lorri: Well as you know if you take it, you'll have to work weekends.
Orel: Oh, that's alright.
Lorri: Do you like traveling and meeting People?
Orel: Oh yes. In fact that's why this job really interests me.
Lorri:... | Lorri is interviewing Orel and asking Orel some information relating the job. |
test_503 | John: John dates her seven times a week.
Neal: Really? That's a straws in the wind.
John: I think so. Maybe he's fallen for her.
Neal: Yeah. They suit each other. A perfect match between a man and a girl.
John: Right. | John and Neal are talking about a perfect match between John and a girl. |
test_504 | York Hotel: York Hotel, can I help you?
Mr. Faber: Yes, I'd like to book a room for 3 nights.
York Hotel: When will you be arriving?
Mr. Faber: We'll arrive the day after tomorrow. That's July twntieth.
York Hotel: Yes, sir. Single or double?
Mr. Faber: One double room.
York Hotel: Alright. One double room until the tw... | Mr. Faber books a double room for three nights from July 20th at York Hotel. |
test_505 | Jameson: Good evening, Pete. I trust you had a nice siesta.
Pete: Yes. It was just what the doctor ordered.
Jameson: I'd like you to meet Henry Johnson. Mr. Johnson has been working at our Beijing office for over a year now. I think you two are from the same city.
Pete: Hey there, Henry. Call me Pete. A New Yorker, ... | Jameson introduces Henry Johnson to Pete for they come from the same city and the latter two exchange ideas about Beijing, Karaoke particularly. The three decide to go have dinner and then to a bar district. |
test_506 | Xenia: I want to make sure my son receives this letter. It has an important certificate in it.
Venkat: You can send it either by certified mail or registered mail. If you only want to make sure it is received, send it by certified mail. It's less expensive.
Xenia: OK. How about this package?
Venkat: What's in it?
Xenia... | Xenia will send a certificate by certified mail and a watch by registered mail. |
test_507 | Jilly: What shall we do now?
Judith: Let's get the table wares we need first, And then stand in the line.
Jilly: I've got all I need.
Judith: Let's stand in the line now.
Jilly: It smells good. Look at these. They make my mouth watering.
Judith: Me too.
Jilly: It will be our turn soon.
Judith: Tell the waiter what you ... | Jilly and Judith are waiting in line for food. |
test_508 | Tom Wilson: I'd like to pay my bill now.
Deb: Your name and room number, please?
Tom Wilson: Tom Wilson in Room 306.
Deb: Have you used any hotel services this morning?
Tom Wilson: No.
Deb: OK. You have stayed for four nights at 90 US dollars each, and here are the meals that you had at the hotel. That makes a tot... | Tom Wilson pays the bill for his room and meal cost by credit card. |
test_509 | Lily: Lily, can you take part in our picnic this weekend?
Amara: That sounds great. Where are you going?
Lily: I think we can go to the river, go around and have supper.
Amara: What should I bring?
Lily: Nothing. Just wear comfortable clothes and good shoes for walking. We'll bring everything. | Lily is inviting Lily to take part in their picnic this weekend, and she accepts. |
test_510 | Irene: Excuse me, do you have any English songs?
Genevra: Yes, we do. They are all in this book.
Irene: Great, thanks.
Genevra: No problem. Just give us a few minutes more to pull them up, though. We don't get that many English singers!
Irene: Oh, I see. | Genevra gives Irene a book which has English songs. |
test_511 | Jerrome: Hi. I'm here for flight 513 to New York but I thought I heard the paging system announce that it is canceled. Is that true?
Erica: I'm terribly sorry, sir, but I'm afraid it is true. That flight has been canceled. Would you like to try to book tomorrow's flight?
Jerrome: No way! I worked very hard so that I co... | Jerrome is very angry about the cancelled flight and he cannot get to New York today. Erica helps him book tomorrow's airline. |
test_512 | Harmonia: Do you have any special skills?
Vibhu: I can write computer programs, I have a good command of secretarial skills.
Harmonia: What qualifications have you got?
Vibhu: I have a doctor license and a driving license.
Harmonia: Do you get special training in office skills?
Vibhu: I passed both the Cambridge Examin... | Harmonia asks about Vibhu's special skills, training, previous working experience and other qualification for the job. |
test_513 | Patti: Would you like to go to the movies tonight?
Hilary: Well, I just saw a horror movie last night. It almost frightened me to death.
Patti: Well, we could see something different like a detective film.
Hilary: I don't care for a detective film. It also makes me nervous.
Patti: How about a comedy?
Hilary: No, I don'... | Patti invites Hilary to movie and Hilary wants to see a war movie. |
test_514 | Doctor: Well, Mr. Smith. That ' s a nasty infection you have.
Mr. Smith: Yes. Is there anything you can give me to get rid of it, Doctor?
Doctor: I ' m going to prescribe some antibiotics, and some cream to ease the itching and burning.
Mr. Smith: OK. Thank you. Where should I buy them?
Doctor: The pharmacy will give y... | Mr. Smith has a nasty infection. The doctor prescribes some antibiotics and some cream. Mr. Smith can buy them from the pharmacy with discounts. |
test_515 | Harlan: I want to get a bite to eat.
Bernhard: What are you thinking of getting?
Harlan: I have no idea what I want.
Bernhard: You can get a burger, or some Chinese food. Or maybe you can get some Mexican food.
Harlan: I wouldn't mind getting some Chinese food.
Bernhard: Where are you going to get your Chinese food fro... | Bernhard offers Harlan suggestions about what to eat. Harlan will go to Panda Express. |
test_516 | Lavina: I hate computer games.
Loralie: Why? They are fine.
Lavina: Because they are too violent. Some of them are even disgusting.
Loralie: Indeed there are bad games. But many of them are good.
Lavina: If boys grow up with computer games, they will surely become bad.
Loralie: Come on. Things are not so bad. Boys can ... | Lavina hates computer games for its violence and bad effect but Loralie disagrees. |
test_517 | Fiorenze: Stand back from the door, please. Let the passengers off. You can't get on until the other passengers get off.
Bekki: How much is the fare, please?
Fiorenze: One dollar. Drop it in the box. Move to the rear of the bus. There are plenty of seats in the rear.
Bekki: Wait. I want to ask you if this bus goes down... | Bekki is holding everyone up, because Bekki is standing back from the door and asking Fiorenze whether this is the right bus to take. |
test_518 | Jermain: Man, I'm freaking out! You gotta help me!
Davis: Whoa, whoa, take it easy, relax. Geez, you're sweating like a pig! What's going on?
Jermain: I can't go through with this! I just can't! I'm not ready for marriage! What was I thinking? I'm only thirty five years old! I've got my entire life ahead of me, adven... | Jermain is freaking out before his marriage with Amy and Davis helps him get over it by helping him think through all the details. |
test_519 | Jerrold: Do you want to go over to John's house tonight?
Jaquenette: No, I think I'm getting sick. So I should probably just stay at home and rest.
Jerrold: Oh, OK! You should drink some tea and stay warm. Would you like me to make you some soup?
Jaquenette: No, thanks. I'm not hungry. I might just go to sleep actually... | Jerrold suggests going to John's house, but Jaquenette feels sick and decides to go to sleep. |
test_520 | Aridatha: Where are you going on vacation this year?
Marlo: Well, we were thinking about going on the voyage to the Caribbean Sea. It's a beautiful part of the world.
Aridatha: It certainly is. I went on one last year. But the weather can sometimes be really bad.
Marlo: I know. I have been reading weather reports for t... | Marlo wanted to travel to the Caribbean Sea and but is worried about the storms. |
test_521 | Casey: What did the doctor say?
Noelle: He said that I have been eating too much.
Casey: Did he give you any advice?
Noelle: Yes, he asked me to clean up my diet by cutting red meat.
Casey: Yes, you must put yourself on a diet. | Noelle will be on a diet for Noelle's health. |
test_522 | Rodger: Would you like to go to the party tonight?
Ruojia: Whose party?
Rodger: Ruojia's. Don't you know that? Ruojia has got married.
Ruojia: What! Is she really? I can't believe it!
Rodger: Yes. Yesterday.
Ruojia: Good gracious. That's incredible! I feel so happy for her!
Rodger: Yes, me too.
Ruojia: But how do you k... | Ruojia is surprised to know from Rodger that Ruojia is married. Then Ruojia finds Ruojia has sent an email about it. They will go to Ruojia's party and give their presents to her. |
test_523 | Mr. Brown: Are you paid on a commission or salary basis now?
Brandice: I'm paid on a salary.
Mr. Brown: What's your monthly salary?
Brandice: At present I get 1, 800 yuan per month.
Mr. Brown: How much do you hope to get a month here?
Brandice: That's not the problem I care about. You can decide on my capacity and expe... | Mr. Brown gives Brandice a well-paying job offer. |
test_524 | Sandie: Dad, you keep talking about family in New Zealand. Who are they?
Torrin: Well, that's your uncle Bill, his wife and two of their daughters.
Sandie: Is uncle Bill your brother?
Torrin: No, your uncle Jack is my brother, Bill is my brother-in-law, your mom's brother.
Sandie: So his two daughters are my cousins?
T... | Torrin tells Sandie about the relationships between their family and the uncle Bill's, who will visit them next year. |
test_525 | Steven: Steven, I need badly your help.
Carmelina: What's the matter?
Steven: My wife has found that I have an affair with my secretary, and now she is going to divorce me.
Carmelina: How could you cheat on your wife? You have been married for ten years.
Steven: Yes, I know I'm wrong. But I swear that the affair lasts ... | Steven is begging Steven to persuade his wife not to divorce him. Steven agrees. |
test_526 | Orren: May I help you, sir?
Dyan: Yes. I'm looking for a nice gift for my mother. It's her birthday tomorrow.
Orren: Do you have anything special in mind?
Dyan: No, not really.
Orren: Perhaps she would like a necklace. We have many choices here.
Dyan: No, thanks. My mom doesn't like jewels.
Orren: Well, then. Maybe a w... | Dyan wants to buy a gift for his mother's birthday. After knowing his mother's preference, Orren recommends a gold watch. |
test_527 | Kimball: Do you drink much?
Luce: Depending on what you consider a lot.
Kimball: How frequently do you drink?
Luce: Couple times a week. How about you?
Kimball: Only when I go out. I'm not a big drinker.
Luce: How much can you drink?
Kimball: I usually only have 2 beers.
Luce: You're a light weight.
Kimball: How much c... | Kimball and Luce talk about their drinking capacity and their drinking habits. They decide to have a drink together tomorrow night. |
test_528 | Benjamin: Hey, Benjamin, have you finished your report on the project?
Serena: Not yet. To tell you the truth, I don't know how to write it. I've considered it for several days.
Benjamin: What? Man, you don't know how to write a project report? That's sounds a little bit ridiculous.
Serena: Don't laugh at me, please. I... | Benjamin hasn't finished a report involving a final conclusion of this year, future plans and more details. Benjamin will help him learn how to work Microsoft Words. |
test_529 | Niki: What would you say are your strengths? Based on your resume you seem to have a lot of work experience.
Patty: I work well both individually and in groups.
Niki: What would you say might be a weakness in your work?
Patty: Uhm, wow, tough question! Well, maybe I can be a little nervous at first, and not confident i... | Niki is interviewing Patty. Niki thinks Patty answers Niki's questions beautifully, and is the person they want. |
test_530 | Stacee: Excuse me. I'm a stranger here and lost my way.
Loria: Can I help you?
Stacee: Sure. Can I get to the central department stall this way?
Loria: uh. . . Yes. Turn right, then take the second turning on your left.
Stacee: Is it far?
Loria: It's about fifteen minutes'walk. That's all.
Stacee: And do you know where... | Stacee asks Loria the way to the central department stall and the national bank. |
test_531 | Tom: Tom, I've got good news for you.
Krissy: What is it?
Tom: Haven't you heard that your novel has won The Nobel Prize?
Krissy: Really? I can't believe it. It's like a dream come true. I never expected that I would win The Nobel Prize!
Tom: You did a good job. I'm extremely proud of you.
Krissy: Thanks for the compli... | Tom congratulates Tom for achieving the Nobel Prize. |
test_532 | Harmonie: How can I help you?
S M I T H: I seem to have lost my train ticket.
Harmonie: What's your destination?
S M I T H: I'm supposed to be going to shanghai.
Harmonie: Ok. When is your train supposed to leave?
S M I T H: It's supposed to leave in 30 minutes.
Harmonie: OH, dear. What's your last name, please?
S M I ... | Mr. Smith asks Harmonie to help find his train ticket, but Harmonie finds out that Mr. Smith didn't have any proof of purchase. Thus Mr. Smith brings another ticket in the end. |
test_533 | Rodger: Would you like to go to the party tonight?
Ruojia: Whose party?
Rodger: Ruojia's. Don't you know that? Ruojia has got married.
Ruojia: What! Is she really? I can't believe it!
Rodger: Yes. Yesterday.
Ruojia: Good gracious. That's incredible! I feel so happy for her!
Rodger: Yes, me too.
Ruojia: But how do you k... | Rodger tells Ruojia that Ruojia is married and will have a party tonight. Ruojia's surprised to know that. They will bring their gifts to bless her. |
test_534 | Steven: Hi, Tony. You look unhappy. What's wrong?
Tony: Oh, Steven, I made a big mistake.
Steven: What happened?
Tony: I really wish I hadn't done it.
Steven: What on earth are you talking about?
Tony: I got caught cheating. I feel so ashamed. The teacher saw me and told me I failed.
Steven: What were you thinking?
Ton... | Tony tells Steven that he cheated on the exam and realized his mistake. |
test_535 | Francis: Hello, this is Francis.
Monica: Hi, this is Monica. I was wondering when we can work on this financial report.
Francis: Today, I am busy all day long.
Monica: Shall I see you on Friday morning?
Francis: That's not good for me at all. It'll have to be another time.
Monica: We must find some time to read report.... | Francis and Monica manage to find time to work on a report together. |
test_536 | Maddy: I can't believe I still have this pain in my back. This medicine the doctor gave me was supposed to make me feel better by now.
Pattie: Maybe you should start taking it three times a day like you were told. | Pattie suggests Maddy follow the medical instruction. |
test_537 | Jameson: Good evening, Pete. I trust you had a nice siesta.
Pete: Yes. It was just what the doctor ordered.
Jameson: I'd like you to meet Henry Johnson. Mr. Johnson has been working at our Beijing office for over a year now. I think you two are from the same city.
Pete: Hey there, Henry. Call me Pete. A New Yorker, ... | Jameson introduces Henry Johnson, an expat in China to Pete. Mr. Johnson shares with Pete how much he enjoys his time in China, until Jameson interrupts and tries to finalize the evening plan. The three decide to go have dinner and then to a bar district. |
test_538 | Seline: I don't know what I'm going to do! It's going to be impossible to make ends meet if I lose my job!
Marjy: Don't worry. I don't think you're going to lose your job over one mistake.
Seline: It was a rather big mistake. When you work as an investment adviser, one small mistake can cost the company millions.
Ma... | Seline makes a big mistake which may cause a huge loss and Seline may lose this job because of the loss and Seline's dishonest supervisor. Marjy suggests that Seline move in with Marjy until Seline find another job and stop buying all the junk, if Seline loses the job. |
test_539 | Adolph: There's a car waiting for you just outside the door. Right this way, please.
Ree: OK!
Adolph: Let me put your cases into the trunk and please get in the back.
Ree: Thanks!
Adolph: How was your flight?
Ree: It's comfortable, but now I'm a little tired.
Adolph: We'll reach the Beijing hotel in another ten minutes... | Adolph is driving Ree to the Beijing hotel. Ree will attend a banquet at six o'clock in the International Hotel. |
test_540 | Alyssa: Awful! My cell phone is out of service again. Fred, can you lend me some money?
Fred: How much do you want?
Alyssa: 200 yuan. I bought a new computer online, so I have to pay the mortgage.
Fred: I am so sorry to hear that. Is that enough?
Alyssa: It's so nice of you. You really make my day.
Fred: Forget it!... | Fred lends Alyssa 200 yuan to pay Alyssa's mortgage. Alyssa will pay back when having money. |
test_541 | Odie: Hi, may I get you anything to drink?
Demetris: Yes, please. May I get a glass of lemonade?
Odie: Would you like an appetizer?
Demetris: May I get an order of barbeque wings?
Odie: Sure, would you like anything else?
Demetris: That'll be fine for now, thank you.
Odie: Okay, tell me when you want to order the rest ... | Demetris orders a glass of lemonade, barbeque wings, and baby-back ribs with the help of Odie. |
test_542 | Raul: Would you like to know about benefits and so forth?
Sir: Please. Everyone enjoys hearing the benefits of something!
Raul: With this agreement we can bring over you many benefits. For example, head offices of your group companies can get really prompt integrated fund transfers and centralised allocations. This hel... | Raul introduces the benefits Sir can get from the company and makes an appointment to sign all the papers. |
test_543 | Pippa: Is your city a historical place?
Osbert: Not rally. 200 years ago, it was just a small insignificant village.
Pippa: How did it grow into such a large place?
Osbert: Large deposits of coal were found nearly and so many industries located themselves here. The village quickly grew into a key industrial centre. ... | Pippa and Osbert are talking about the history of how Osbert's city gets into an industrial centre. |
test_544 | Adelind: Who stands out in your mind as a man or woman of sound character?
Nessa: If I think of famous people, I think of Abraham Lincoln.
Adelind: He's the US president, who walked five miles just to give a lady her change, isn't he?
Nessa: That's the one. He also was famous for never giving up on his goals.
Adelind: ... | Adelind and Nessa are talking about Abraham Lincoln. They think he was a noble man. |
test_545 | Donni: Hi, Laura. Where are you heading with that big bag?
Laura: I'm off to the gym. I've got to stay in shape, you know.
Donni: I know more women who exercise than men. What's the main reason you do that? For your health, or to look good?
Laura: To be honest, for both. With women, good looks are always a very importa... | Laura exercises both for health and to look good. Donni walks but never goes to the gym. Laura invites Donni to join her at the gym but Donni refuses. |
test_546 | Yolande: Hi, Tina, I've got good news. I have successfully passed the first two rounds of interview with ABC Company. They informed me to go to the final round next Monday. It looks very promising.
Tina: That is awesome. Congratulations! I know you can make it.
Yolande: Thanks. Let's go for a celebration this evening. ... | Yolande and Tina plan to celebrate for Yolande's going to the final round interview. |
test_547 | Avrom: How did your company's fundraiser go?
Adrea: The fundraiser events went really well. We were able to partner with a few of our competitors, all in fun of course, to sponsor a marathon for the American Cancer Society. All of the people who participated it had a great time, and we were able to raise a lot of money... | Adrea tells Avrom that the company not only raised a lot of money sponsoring a marathon for the American Cancer Society but also established a good image out of this fundraiser event. |
test_548 | Janna: Good afternoon. I come here specially to pick up my tickets. I booked it last month. This is my reservation note.
Dee Dee: I am terribly sorry. You didn't come to reconfirm recently. You should have come to pick up your ticket three days ago since it's an international flight, any reservation without reconfirmat... | Janna was too busy to reconfirm a fight reservation and needs to buy another ticket. |
test_549 | Yancy: Is anybody in?
Quigly: How can I help you?
Yancy: I have a headache.
Quigly: Let me take your temperature with a thermometer.
Yancy: OK.
Quigly: I think you have a small fever.
Yancy: I thought so. I felt dizzy this morning.
Quigly: You should've called in sick! Next time, have either of your parents call the sc... | Quigly finds that Yancy has a fever and says Yancy should've called in sick earlier. |
test_550 | Mathilde: hi, how are you doing?
Nicki: everything's great. And you?
Mathilde: same here. Have you seen any new films recently?
Nicki: no, I haven't had a chance to. But I've been watching a Chinese TV series called Chinese-Style Divorce.
Mathilde: oh, really? I saw it two years ago. It's worth seeing and it's thought-... | Mathilde and Nicki have a discussion about the divorce rate in China and reasons hidden behind. |
test_551 | Kalina: Good morning, may I speak with Professor Clark, please?
Professor Clark: You are speaking with Professor Clark.
Kalina: Professor, I am Kalina from your morning literature class.
Professor Clark: Yes, how can I help you?
Kalina: I ran my car into a tree yesterday and need to miss a few days of school.
Professor... | Kalina calls Professor Clark to ask for a week off as Kalina had a car accident. |
test_552 | Vannie: How do you like this brown dress? It looks great on you.
Catherine: I think it's a bit too heavy. Since it's getting warmer at this time of the year, I want something light. What other kinds of material do you have?
Vannie: We have silk and cotton dresses. A cotton dress is suitable in spring. We have many diff... | Vannie gives Catherine a few suggestions on clothes but none is taken. |
test_553 | Harry: I swear I will never shop at a street market in China. It's a terrible place full of excellent profiteers! You have to keep an eye whenever it comes to paying for something.
Iago: cool down, Harry! What are you really mad about? Did you get ripped off?
Harry: yes. Last Sunday I went to a nearby market. It was on... | Harry tells Iago that the bag was overpriced in a street market. Iago suggests that Harry should bargain with the seller and consult the price tags in the supermarket first. |
test_554 | Carter: Are you familiar with American-styled accounting?
Jaquelyn: I am afraid not. I haven't worked in an American company so far.
Carter: What are the most fundamental concepts underlying the accounting process?
Jaquelyn: The first is accounting entity, and the second is going concern. The third is measuring unit. T... | Carter and Jaquelyn talk about the accounting process. |
test_555 | Ellsworth: Hello. Tenants Advocacy Resource Center.
Corissa: Hello. I'm having a problem with my house owner. The House owner is a nice enough guy, but he and I just can't seem to agree on repair costs.
Ellsworth: Has he been unwilling to make repairs?
Corissa: It's not that he's unwilling. He just takes too long. When... | Corissa calls Ellsworth to complain about Ellsworth's house owner. Corissa claims it always takes the house owner a long time to repair and they can't agree on the repair costs. |
test_556 | Bill: What's the matter, Bill? You look kind of pale.
Justis: Oh, I'm just tired.
Bill: Why?
Justis: Well, I've been working until around ten every night this week.
Bill: You should go home at quitting time today and take it easy.
Justis: Yes. I think I will.
Bill: That's good. Say, how's your brother?
Justis: He's fin... | Bill suggests Bill take it easy and asks him about his brother. Bill also synchronizes the time with Bill. |
test_557 | Maryl: Excuse me, could you tell me how to get to the school clinic? I've lost my way.
Elwin: Yes. Go straight ahead till you come to the traffic lights, turn left there and it's the first turning on the right.
Maryl: Straight ahead to the traffic lights, left and then right.
Elwin: That's it. It'll take you about five... | Maryl lost Maryl's way to the school clinic, Elwin guides Maryl. |
test_558 | Anitra: How large is the plant?
Orsola: It covers an area of 75, 000 square meters.
Anitra: It's much larger than I expected. When was the plant set up?
Orsola: In the early 70s. We'll soon be celebrating the 30th anniversary.
Anitra: Congratulations!
Orsola: Thank you.
Anitra: How many employees do you have in this pl... | Anitra is visiting a large plant and Orsola introduces its basic information. |
test_559 | Mavis: Have you ever been invited to a Chinese feast?
Beijinger: Sure. Beijingers are distinguished for their warmth and hospitality.
Mavis: As far as you could see, is dining at a Chinese table a distinct experience? To what extent does it differ from that in your homeland?
Beijinger: To begin with, I have to use chop... | Mavis and Beijinger are discussing the differences between China and Western feasts. There are so many rules on the Chinese table, and they both feel hazy about its etiquette. |
test_560 | Jeffry: Are you a social person?
Matty: Yes, I am an outgoing person who likes to be with a lot of friends.
Jeffry: What is your strategy in communicating with colleagues?
Matty: Well, the most important thing in communication is your sincerity. | Matty shares Matty's communication strategy with Jeffry. |
test_561 | Shay: So, where are you going to spend your winter vacation?
Jocelyn: Oh, I'm going to meet my girlfriend in Thailand.
Shay: You have a girlfriend in Thailand? Interesting. How come I have never heard of that?
Jocelyn: Actually it will be my first time to meet her.
Shay: You mean you haven't seen her before? Then, ... | Jocelyn has a girlfriend in Thailand. They know each other on the Internet but never meet. Shay is surprised but congratulates Jocelyn. |
test_562 | Joshua: Dad. Allowance day. Can I have my allowance?
Dad: Oh. I forgot about that.
Joshua: You ALWAYS forget.
Dad: I guess I do. How much do I owe you?
Joshua: Just $13.
Dad: Thirteen dollars!? Why do I owe you that much? Just seems like I paid you the other day.
Joshua: No. You forget every Saturday, and it has been p... | Dad is annoyed when Joshua asks for the allowance, but is pleased to hear how Joshua will use the money. |
test_563 | Sherry: Hi, Bob, guess what? I'm going to visit Quebec next summer. I'm invited to go to a friend's wedding, but while I'm there, I'd also like to do some sightseeing.
Bob: That's nice, Sherry. But do you mean the province of Quebec or Quebec City?
Sherry: I mean the province. My friend's wedding is in Montreal, so I'm... | Sherry will attend a wedding in Montreal and wants to go sightseeing in nearby cities. Bob gives her some basic knowledge about the cities and Sherry cannot wait to go. |
test_564 | Prudi: Good morning, Madam. What can I do for you?
Madam: Can you show me some traditional Chinese arts and crafts?
Prudi: Maybe sandalwood fan is good.
Madam: Would you show me some?
Prudi: Of course.
Madam: They really smell fragrant. How much is a real sandalwood fan?
Prudi: The small ones are one hundred yuan for e... | Prudi shows Madam some sandalwoods, Madam likes it and buys some. |
test_565 | Rene: I'm hungry.
Libbie: You already ate.
Rene: It wasn't enough, because I'm hungry again.
Libbie: There's nothing left from dinner.
Rene: I'm going to get a snack.
Libbie: What kind of snack are you going to make?
Rene: I don't know.
Libbie: You can always make a sandwich.
Rene: I don't know what kind of sandwich I ... | Rene is hungry but dont't know what to eat. Libbie suggests a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. |
test_566 | Ted: Did you see the robbery?
Rayshell: I sure did.
Ted: Did you see everything?
Rayshell: I was in the bank at the time.
Ted: What exactly did you see?
Rayshell: I saw the guy come in with a gun.
Ted: Did you get a good look at his face?
Rayshell: He was wearing a mask.
Ted: Was anyone else with him?
Rayshell: He came... | Ted asks Rayshell who saw the robbery some questions. Rayshell agrees to come to the station for more questioning. |
test_567 | Rawley: There you are, Ben. The information about the evening classes I sent off for has arrived. Right, here are the general courses.
Ben: Flower arranging. That's a real course? Why would someone want to do that?
Rawley: You sit in front of the TV watching baseball for 3 hours every Saturday. And many people would fi... | Rawley and Ben discuss what evening classes they shall get and come into an agreement to have an Indian cooking course for their interest. |
test_568 | Amelie: Excuse me. Can you tell me how to get to City Hall?
Inci: Yes. Go to the next corner and turn left onto Center Street. Walk three blocks to Second Avenue and turn right. Walk two more blocks and you'll see City Hall on the left.
Amelie: I'm sorry. I didn't follow you. Could you please repeat that?
Inci: Okay. F... | Inci shows Amelie the way to City Hall patiently. |
test_569 | Tom: Hi, Mary, how are you today?
Mary: I'm fine, Tom. How are you?
Tom: Pretty well. Are you going to John's party tonight?
Mary: I want to, but I can't. I've found a job.
Tom: Oh, you've found a job? I didn't know that.
Mary: I work at McDonald's. I'm the assistant manager, but I want to get a different job.
Tom: My ... | Mary needs to work at McDonald's so she cannot go to John's party, but she wants a different job. Tom father's company offers a job and Mary is willing to try. |
test_570 | Mariann: Hello, I bought the pendant in your shop, just before.
Cherin: Yes. Thank you very much.
Mariann: Now I come back to the hotel and try to show it to my friend, the pendant is broken, I'm afraid.
Cherin: Oh, is it?
Mariann: Would you change it to a new one?
Cherin: Yes, certainly. You have the receipt?
Ma... | Mariann wants a product changed from Cherin, and Cherin agrees. |
test_571 | Marty: Good evening, Pizza House. This is Marty speaking. May I take your order?
Sir: Um yes, I'd like a medium pizza with pepperoni, olives, and extra cheese.
Marty: We have a two-for-one special on large pizzas. Would you like a large pizza instead?
Sir: No, it's just me. I cannot have too many pizzas.
Marty: Alright... | Sir calls Pizza House to deliver a thin crust seafood pizza to holyrood 9A. |
test_572 | Auria: Welcome to Beijing Tasty Restaurant. What can I do for you?
Georgette: Will you please show me a table beside the window?
Auria: Sorry, there's no table beside the window, only one table in the centre.
Georgette: In the centre? OK.
Auria: This way,please.
Georgette: Thank you.
Auria: Here's the menu. Could I tak... | Auria helps Georgette to find a table in the centre and order some food at Beijing Tasty Restaurant. |
test_573 | Patrice: Have you enjoyed your weekend?
Mala: Yes, it's been marvelous. It really was very kind of you to invite me. I hope it hasn't been too much trouble.
Patrice: Not at all. We've really enjoyed having you. I hope you'll come and stay again next time you're in Changsha. | Mala tells Patrice Mala enjoyed the weekend organized by Patrice. |
test_574 | Veronica: Can I help you?
Teresita: I need some stamps for this letter.
Veronica: What kind of stamps do you want?
Teresita: How much do I need for this letter?
Veronica: I must weigh it first. Err... It's five grams over weigh, Do you want to send it as an ordinary or registered letter?
Teresita: I want it registered.... | Veronica is helping Teresita confirm the price for sending the letter. |
test_575 | Spense: Have you given the puppies food yet?
Celine: Of course. I fed them today.
Spense: Good job! Please give them a bath later on today.
Celine: Sure, I'll give them a bath.
Spense: Thanks. But don't forget that they have a vet appointment this Saturday.
Celine: I remember. What time do they need to be there?
Spense... | Spense and Celine are talking about taking care of their puppies and the time of vet appointment. |
test_576 | Ken: So that concludes the introduction. Now let's move to the first part of my talk, which is about 2006 fiscal year marketing plan. So first, right off the bat, When looking at the marketing plan, tell me some of the goals that we had set this year to begin with...
Lawton: We wanted to appeal to a younger set of cons... | Ken first introduces the 2006 fiscal year marketing plan then analyzes their performance and explains with the sale graph. |
test_577 | Mildred: Have you applied for you visa to go to study in the united states yet?
Faina: Yes, I have. I handed in my application form two weeks ago and I'm going for an interview next week.
Mildred: Good luck! I'Ve heard it's very difficult to get a visa to go to the united states.
Faina: The application form are quite c... | Faina tells Mildred Faina's applied for the student visa to study in the united states. They talk about the procedures, materials, and points for attention of the application. |
test_578 | Nat: Morgan, can I ask you a question?
Morgan: sure, what is it?
Nat: I was just wondering if many Chinese people take their leftover food home from a restaurant.
Morgan: in most cities in China, doggie bags are quite uncommon.
Nat: what happen to all the leftover food?
Morgan: it usually goes to the dump.
Nat: that se... | Nat asks Morgan about the food ordering tradition and thinks it's wasteful for Chinese not to take leftover home. |
test_579 | Gussie: Do you like Barry?
Paul: No, not very much. He's too ambitious and dishonest.
Gussie: I agree. I like his brother Paul. They are not alike.
Paul: Yes. They are completely different. Paul is very sociable and much more honest than his brother.
Gussie: What kind of person do you consider yourself to be?
Paul: I t... | Gussie and Paul have the same impression on Barry and Paul, but hold different views on Paul's personality. |
test_580 | Freedom Travel: Freedom Travel. How may I help you?
Brandise: Yes, I'd like to make a flight reservation for the twenty third of this month.
Freedom Travel: Okay. What is your destination?
Brandise: Well. I'm flying to Helsinki, Finland.
Freedom Travel: Okay. Let me check what flights are available?.
Brandise: Okay.
Fr... | Brandise is asking Freedom Travel to make a flight reservation. Brandise chooses the cheapest flight and asks Freedom Travel for their departure and arrival times. |
test_581 | Bonny: Well, I'd better get back to work. I've got a ton of stuff on my desk!
Adrian: Me too. I'll see you after work, huh?
Bonny: Yeah, definitely. I was hoping to catch a ride with you.
Adrian: Sure. Meet me at five. | Bonny and Adrian will meet after work. |
test_582 | Mary: Hi Mary, how's it going?
Binnie: Well, last night I had a big argument with Ann.
Mary: Terrible. It must be something serious. You two are such close friends.
Binnie: Now that I look back at it, it wasn't that big a deal. I shouldn't have lost my temper.
Mary: Really? What happened?
Binnie: It's just we've been p... | Mary tells Mary about the argument she had with Ann, and after talking with Mary, she decides to call Ann to patch things up. |
test_583 | Mark: Maggie, can I borrow your notes for history? I'll return them tomorrow.
Maggie: Sorry, but I usually go to the cafeteria and review them. Why not copy them in the library?
Mark: OK.
Maggie: Here you are.
Mark: You are a great help, Maggie.
Maggie: I don't quite understand a why you need my notes, Mark? You haven'... | Mark wants to borrow Maggie's class notes. Maggie suggests Mark copy them in the library and invites him to be study partners. |
test_584 | Bryn: Tom, how do you think of second-hand goods?
Tom: Why did you ask that? Do you want to buy the used goods?
Bryn: I'm considering buying a second-hand computer for I'm short of money now.
Tom: You know the car I'm driving, which is still in good condition though it is second-hand. And it only cost me 300 dollars. I... | Bryn asks Tom about second-hand goods because Bryn wants to buy a second-hand computer. Tom tells Bryn it might be good, but Bryn needs to be careful. |
test_585 | Cathlene: Ted, where are you going for your holiday this year?
Ted: I haven't decided yet. My wife is going to stay at her parents' for a few weeks. They live in the countryside, you know.
Cathlene: Why not go with her? You can enjoy fresh air there.
Ted: Well, to be honest, I don't like living with my wife's parents. ... | Ted's wife will stay with her parents for a few weeks, but Ted doesn't like living with them. Cathlene will go to China with her husband. |
test_586 | Bela: When she told me that she would marry no man but Dick, my heart was almost in my mouth.
Sarah: You were scared, too? I dared not tell you my feeling when I heard that. I almost got fainted.
Bela: I could not and can't make out the reason why she would set her heart on a man like Dick. He plays the field with many... | Bela and Sarah are surprised to know Sarah wants to marry Dick. |
test_587 | Dorthy: Where to, miss?
Marietta: Hi! Crenshaw and Hawthorne, at the Holiday Inn that is on that corner.
Dorthy: Sure thing. So, where are you flying in from?
Marietta: From China.
Dorthy: Really? You don't look very Chinese to me, if you don't mind me saying so.
Marietta: It's fine. I am actually from Mexico. I was in... | Dorthy drives Marietta from the airport to an inn and they have a casual talk about themselves. |
test_588 | Meta: Employees in this company have to have a good command of English. Do you think you are proficient in both written and spoken English?
Jermaine: Yes, I think I am quite proficient in both written and spoken English.
Meta: Well, then, please tell me about your English education.
Jermaine: I have been studying Engli... | Meta tells English is important in Meta's company. Jermaine introduces Jermaine's English education and other language capabilities |
test_589 | Peter: Hello, Kate.
Kate: Hi, Peter. I didn't see you last night. Where did you go?
Peter: I was almost on line the whole night.
Kate: Did you play network games the whole night?
Peter: No, I listened to the music, too.
Kate: What are you going to do now?
Peter: I'm tired. I need a rest. | Peter tells Kate he played games and listened to music the whole last night. |
test_590 | Yoko: I have to go up to London for a couple of days next week. Would you like to come?
Corissa: That would be nice. How are you getting there?
Yoko: Well, I prefer to go on the train, but I suppose you want me to take the car.
Corissa: Oh, I much prefer to go by car, then we don't need to get to the station with our l... | Yoko will go to London and invites Corissa to come along. But they have disagreements on how they get there. |
test_591 | Myrlene: What's your working day like?
Jermayne: I have a typical 9 to 5 job. Actually, I work a little longer than 9 to 5 most days.
Myrlene: Do you get paid ovetime?
Jermayne: No, I don't. I get a bonus each month, depending on the value of the contracts I sign with clients.
Myrlene: Do you have any breaks?
Jerm... | Myrlene and Jermayne talk about working days. Jermayne has lunch breaks and doesn't mind cubicles, but Myrlene doesn't have coffee breaks and doesn't like cubicles. |
test_592 | Nissie: You look like so happy. Anything good happens?
Ansell: Aha, yeah. My friend just dropped in from the United Kingdom.
Nissie: Yeah, and?
Ansell: I decided to put him up while he's here. We will have fun and I am going to invite him to give a speech at my lab.
Nissie: Is he a professor?
Ansell: Oh no. He is a P... | Ansell's friend is visiting Ansell. Ansell invites him to give a speech about multimodal text generation. Nissie will attend it. |
test_593 | Madlen: The doctor sent me over here to have my blood drawn.
Denyse: Certainly, please have a seat and roll up your left sleeve.
Madlen: What is this test for?
Denyse: Well, today your doctor wants us to check your white blood cell count.
Madlen: What does that tell him?
Denyse: Well, if it is elevated, you might have ... | Denyse helps Madlen draw blood for testing white blood cell count. |
test_594 | Whitaker: Hello, so how are we feeling today?
Jill: Things are going well for me, doctor.
Whitaker: Am I correct in thinking that you are here for your annual physical?
Jill: Yes, I am applying for new health insurance, and I need a physical examination to qualify.
Whitaker: Your basic physical exam will include lu... | Whitaker explains the checking items in Jill's annual physical examination and will do test to look into Jill's breathing. |
test_595 | Bobby: Hello. Is this ABC Rent-a-car Company?
Rey: Yes, speaking. May I help you?
Bobby: This morning we rented a car and we are on the way to Niagara Falls. I'm afraid we have a car accident near the border.
Rey: That's too bad. What kind of accident is it? Are you all right?
Bobby: I'm all right, but my friend is ser... | Bobby calls ABC Rent-a-car Company to report Bobby's car accident. Rey will call an ambulance and the police. |
test_596 | Erin: I think spring is finally here.
Rhiamon: Yep, it sure seems like it. However, it's still very cold at night.
Erin: Yes, they turned the heat off 6 days ago. It's absolutely freezing in my apartment at night. I have to turn on the air conditioner to blow hot air in order to warm things up a little.
Rhiamon: Well, ... | Erin and Rhiamon are talking about the low temperature at night, although spring has come. |
test_597 | Reagan: We'd like to have a look around your house?
Malissia: Yes, of course, please follow me.
Reagan: Thank you.
Malissia: This is our courtyard.
Reagan: It's so spacious, about 40 square metres, right?
Malissia: Yes, about 46 square metres.
Reagan: Are these corn ears hanging on the tree branch?
Malissia: Yes.
Reaga... | Reagan praises Malissia's spacious courtyard and asks about why corn ears are hanging on the tree. Malissia explains. |
test_598 | Graeme: Hi! What are you watching?
Enrico: It's a programme about Islam. It's very interesting.
Graeme: Wow! So many people! Where are they and what are they doing?
Enrico: They are muslims on a pilgrimage to mecca. Muslims call this pilgrimage haj.
Graeme: Why do they go there?
Enrico: Muslims believe that every man w... | Enrico introduces a programme about Islam's pilgrimage to Graeme. They talk about the pilgrimage in other faiths and countries as well as. Enrico doesn't think the place where people go to get healed is magical. |
test_599 | Rubia: Then I must go. You have said it yourself.
Nadia: No, you must stay! I swear it, and the oath shall be kept.
Rubia: I tell you I must go!
Nadia: Where?
Rubia: I have spoken my mind, and can go anywhere now.
Nadia: I ask you to pass through life at my side. To be my second self and best earthly companion.
Rubia: ... | Nadia asks Rubia to stay but Rubia insists on leaving. |
test_600 | Brandise: Where is Pamela?
Elvira: Is she coming?
Brandise: She told me she'd be here.
Elvira: They are announcing your flight. You'd better board the plane.
Brandise: Are you rushing me?
Elvira: I am just reminding you about the time. You don't want to miss the plane, do you?
Brandise: I know what I am doing. Don't wo... | Brandise's flight is going to take off. Brandise thanks Elvira and asks to take care of Pamela when Brandise is away. |
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