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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 you much. It's only around $ 59. 95 for each pair. It might be cheaper than that in America.
Clayton: Hey, How did you know I came from America?
Adolphus: Just a hunch, sir.
Clayton: How much again?
Adolphus: $ 59. 95.
Clayton: That's really cheap for shoes like those. OK, I'll take 5 pairs.
Adolphus: Sorry, sir.
Clayton: Why not?
Adolphus: Because in this duty-free shop, your total expenditure cannot be over $ 300 and you also have one more present to buy for your wife.
Clayton: Oh, my God. I've totally forgotten about that. Anyway, I think she would like a bottle of perfume.
Adolphus: That's good. And I can also recommend you a good one. It's the brand of DENY.
Clayton: DENY? That's very expensive in America. It costs nearly $ 70 for only 50ml. DKNY?
Adolphus: It's $ 60 here.
Clayton: That's very unbelievable. Is it fake?
Adolphus: Of course not, sir.
Clayton: OK, I'll take one. | 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: And can you speak any foreign languages?
Orel: Yes, I can speak German and French quite well and I've been studying Japanese for about a year.
Lorri: Oh that's good and you have a nice clear voice. Are you good at public speaking?
Orel: Well I haven't done much. But I used to love speaking in front of the class when I was at College. | 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 twenty-third.
Mr. Faber: How much will that be?
York Hotel: $130 a night, including breakfast.
Mr. Faber: That'll be fine.
York Hotel: May I have your name, please?
Mr. Faber: Faber, Faber, Faber, Mr. Faber.
York Hotel: Thank you for calling, Mr. Faber. Goodbye.
Mr. Faber: Bye. | 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, eh?
Henry Johnson: Born and raised in Brooklyn. Good to meet you, Pete.
Pete: Brooklyn. . . that's a great neighborhood. I'm originally from Queens but moved down to Manhattan a while back. So. . . you're an expat in China. . . how's life over here working out for you?
Henry Johnson: You know - I really love it. There are frustrations of course, such as traffic, pollution and the language barrier, but all in all, I give China a big thumbs up.
Jameson: Before you two get carried away in conversation, let's finalize our plans for the evening. I was thinking of dining at a well-known dumpling restaurant and then hitting a Karaoke bar for some fun!
Pete: Everything sounded good until I heard the word 'Karaoke'. If there's one thing you don't want to hear, it's me singing.
Henry Johnson: I sound like a frog that's suffering from a bad cold! But Karaoke is so popular in Asia that I've been dragged to at least two dozen of them so far. I've even learned a Chinese song or two.
Jameson: Hey. . . no Karaoke. . . no problem! We're here to have fun and if singing isn't fun. . . then forget it! I assume you like beer.
Pete: Beer is quite possibly my very favorite liquid.
Henry Johnson: Chinese beer is actually pretty good. I've sampled all of them so I should know!
Jameson: Great! So we'll have dinner and then we'll go down to the bar district. In Beijing there are literally thousands of bars.
Pete: Sounds like a plan. | 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: A watch.
Venkat: You should insure it for the value of the watch. And send it by registered mail if it's more expensive. As it's the safest way. | 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 want when it's your turn.
Jilly: OK. I'll have many cream cakes today.
Judith: I don't like them. I think they are too icky. | 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 total of 660 US dollars.
Tom Wilson: Can I pay by credit card?
Deb: Of course. Please sign your name here. | 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 could leave on today's flight. Are there seats on another airline?
Erica: It's possible. If you would like to book with another airline the line is right over there.
Jerrome: You mean the line over there of about 200 people? !
Erica: That's the one. It seems that everyone is anxious to get to New York tonight.
Jerrome: This is a rotten way to start a vacation. I HATE lines! Can you book me on tomorrow's flight?
Erica: Certainly. You will also be receiving a 50 % discount as our way of apologizing for the inconvenience. | 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 Examinations, First Certificate and the Certificate of Proficiency in English. And studied for a year in London at the Lucas Secretarial College, ending with speeds of 120 words per minute in English shorthand and 50 words per minute in typing. I was also trained in office procedure.
Harmonia: Please tell me about work you have done, which qualifies you for this job.
Vibhu: I'Ve received some special training in typing, shorthand and operating a fax machine, etc. . I'm experienced in IBM-PC. I can operate familiarly a word-processor, a fax machine, a photo and other office equipment. | 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't think comedies today are natural or cheerful.
Patti: How about a love story then?
Hilary: No, romance is boring.
Patti: What's you opinion?
Hilary: Let's go to see a war movie, shall we?
Patti: Really?
Hilary: Certainly. Is there anything wrong?
Patti: No, but I can't imagine that a girl like you would wonder to see a war movie. | 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 you a discount since you came to the clinic.
Mr. Smith: Great. What floor is the pharmacy on?
Doctor: The fourth. I ' ll send the prescription down there, so you can just pick it up on your way out.
Mr. Smith: Thank you. | 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 from?
Harlan: I'm not sure.
Bernhard: When I want Chinese food, I go to Panda Express.
Harlan: Do they do a good job on the food?
Bernhard: The food isn't bad there.
Harlan: I think I will get my food from Panda Express, too. | 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 learn to use the computer through games. | 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 Fifth Avenue as far as Greenwich Village.
Fiorenze: That's right. Move along, please. There are more people waiting to get on. Move to the rear.
Bekki: I thought this bus Went down Park Avenue.
Fiorenze: No, that's the number l that goes down Park Avenue. This is the number 2.
Bekki: But I thought this was the right bus to go to Washington Square Park.
Fiorenze: It is. Get in. please. You're holding everyone up. You can't miss Washington Square Park.
Bekki: Would you tell me when we get there?
Fiorenze: It would be better if you watched out for yourself. I might forget. | 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, adventures waiting! I can't settle down yet!
Davis: What are you talking about? It wasn't more than a month ago that you were rambling on about how you are tired of living the life of a bachelor and how you envy your friends that have a family!
Jermain: I know. I know!
Davis: Let's think this through. First of all, you cannot leave Amy at the altar. Not only will she be humiliated and kill you, but she is the woman that you love and the woman of your dreams! Why would you want to end that or jeopardize it like this? Second of all, you are just getting cold feet. You know deep down inside that you want to marry her, so cut the crap and do it!
Jermain: You're right. I'm being crazy! Ok, I'm ready, let's do this!
Davis: Great! Phew! That was a close one! You had me going there for a minute I thought I was gonna have to slap some sense into you. | 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. I had to get up very early this morning for a meeting. One of my co-workers seemed ill so I might have gotten sick from her. | 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 the Caribbean on the internet. They seem to have lots of storms.
Aridatha: They certainly do. When we went on a voyage, we stopped at Jamaica and the Cayman Islands. And both had been hit by storms two weeks before. You could still see a lot of damage.
Marlo: Well, if I decide to go, I'll just have to hope for the best. | 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 know that?
Rodger: I saw the news from her twitter. And she sent an email about it.
Ruojia: What? I didn't receive it!
Rodger: Maybe you should check your email.
Ruojia: Oh yes, I find it. Tonight at her home. Will you bring something?
Rodger: Yes, a pair of wineglasses and a card to wish her happy marriage.
Ruojia: I will buy a tea set. | 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 experience.
Mr. Brown: If we decide to hire you, we'd pay you two thousand and five hundred yuan a month at the start. You can have Saturdays and Sundays off. Besides, you may have a paid month holiday every year. How do you think about it?
Brandice: Thank you, Mr. Brown. I really appreciate your assistance. | 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?
Torrin: That's right, Sarah and Jane are both your cousins although they are step-sisters.
Sandie: What are step-sisters?
Torrin: Sarah is your uncle Bill's older daughter. When she was young, Bill's first wife, Sarah's mom died. Three years later Bill married again.
Sandie: So uncle Bill's wife is Jane's mother but not Sarah's mother. Right?
Torrin: Yes. She is Sarah's step-mother.
Sandie: And when are they coming to visit us?
Torrin: They want to travel to Europe next year, and will visit us at the same Ae. | 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 only for two months. And I still love my wife. I couldn't live without her.
Carmelina: I will try my best to persuade her to reconsider the divorce. But are you sure that from now on you will be faithful to her forever?
Steven: Yes, I swear. | 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 watch would be nice.
Dyan: Yes, that's it. She does need a new watch with big, clear numbers. She has complained a lot about the small numbers on her watch.
Orren: This gold one is pretty, and I'm sure it will be easy for her to read the time.
Dyan: Don't you think it's a bit too fancy for old ladies?
Orren: No, it actually sells very well and the old ladies like it very much.
Dyan: Maybe you are right. I'll take it.
Orren: I'm sure your mother will love it.
Dyan: I hope so. | 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 can you drink?
Luce: I'm usually drinking all night long. At least 10 drinks.
Kimball: Don't you spend a lot of money then?
Luce: No. We usually go to places that have specials. Dante's over on the Ave has $ 5. 00 pitchers on Mondays. So for ten, fifteen bucks, I can get a lot of drinks.
Kimball: That's true.
Luce: If you don't like beer, have you tried mixed drinks? Some of them are pretty good.
Kimball: I like beer, it's just that I get a headache when I drink more than 3.
Luce: You just have to build up a tolerance. I used to be like that. But your body gets used to it.
Kimball: It'll take awhile, but I'm working on it.
Luce: Hey let's go out tomorrow night. The Ram Bar and Grill is having a special on pitchers.
Kimball: Alright. | 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'm serious. I've never been required to write this kind of report before, I only do the research reports.
Benjamin: Oh, sorry, I've totally forgotten that you are a workaholic.
Serena: So what items must be involved in this report?
Benjamin: First is your final conclusion on your work of this year, and then comes your plan for the next year.
Serena: Yeah, is that all?
Benjamin: Let me see, no, you have to include more details about your final conclusion, for example, your experiences in dealing with some emergent events.
Serena: That's too complicated.
Benjamin: And only that doesn't make a perfect one, you also have to pay attention to the format of the report.
Serena: Oh, my God, is there any fixed for mat for it-the one that I just need to fix my information in?
Benjamin: I'm sorry. There isn't. Because different people have to write different kinds of reports.
Serena: But I don't know how to work the Microsoft Words. Could you please give me a hand?
Benjamin: OK, no problem. But you have to learn it and then do it yourself next time. | 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 in my work. But that's just in the beginning.
Niki: That happens to every one. Our training will help you with that.
Patty: That sounds great! I am very interested in learning everything I can about the job.
Niki: Tell me, where do you see yourself 5 years from now?
Patty: Married with a stable source of income, being good at what I do... I don't think anyone can really accurately predict what their future might hold. But I know it's a learning process, and that is what I intend to do.
Niki: Those are very good answers. I have to ask them because part of this process is trying to figure out whether or not you are a good match for us.
Patty: That's fine. I expect to be challenged.
Niki: Well, I think you just might be the person we're looking for. | 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 the national bank is?
Loria: Yes. It's on this street. Keep walking for two blocks and it's on the corner on the right.
Stacee: Thanks very much.
Loria: You are welcome. Good luck.
Stacee: Thank you. I won't miss it. | 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 compliment.
Tom: You certainly deserve it. Let's celebrate! | 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 T H: S M I T H.
Harmonie: And your passport number?
S M I T H: Z3264356.
Harmonie: Let me see. . . it doesn't look like we have any information about your ticket here.
S M I T H: Is there anything you can do for me? If I don't make it to shanghai in time, my wife is going go kill me.
Harmonie: Oh dear. I'm really sorry, sir. But you don't have any proof of purchase. You'll simply have to purchase another ticket.
S M I T H: How much is that going to cost me?
Harmonie: It depends on how you want to travel. If you want a soft sleeper, it will cost 610 RMB, if you want a hard seat, it will only cost 100RMB.
S M I T H: I can't possibly travel on a hard seat for 10 hours!
Harmonie: looks like you might like the soft sleeper then.
S M I T H: Yes, fine. Let me see how much money I have in my wallet.
Harmonie: . . . sir?
S M I T H: Where's my wallet? Someone has stolen my wallet!
Harmonie: Perhaps it's in your other pocket.
S M I T H: You're right. It is. Let me have a look. I have 419. 6 RMB. is that enough?
Harmonie: You're just 4 mao short for the hard sleeper, but I'll let it go. Anything for love!
S M I T H: Thanks, ma'am. You're a lifesaver! | 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 know that?
Rodger: I saw the news from her twitter. And she sent an email about it.
Ruojia: What? I didn't receive it!
Rodger: Maybe you should check your email.
Ruojia: Oh yes, I find it. Tonight at her home. Will you bring something?
Rodger: Yes, a pair of wineglasses and a card to wish her happy marriage.
Ruojia: I will buy a tea set. | 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?
Tony: You know my father. If I fail, he'll kill me. I have to do well.
Steven: But what you should do is study hard.
Tony: I know. . . I know. . . it's all my fault. I feel awful that I didn't study, and I cheated, and I got caught.
Steven: So long as you learn from your mistakes. | 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: I know. I am available from 1 PM to 4 PM on Friday afternoon.
Monica: That's all right. Then see you on Friday afternoon.
Francis: See you. | 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, eh?
Henry Johnson: Born and raised in Brooklyn. Good to meet you, Pete.
Pete: Brooklyn. . . that's a great neighborhood. I'm originally from Queens but moved down to Manhattan a while back. So. . . you're an expat in China. . . how's life over here working out for you?
Henry Johnson: You know - I really love it. There are frustrations of course, such as traffic, pollution and the language barrier, but all in all, I give China a big thumbs up.
Jameson: Before you two get carried away in conversation, let's finalize our plans for the evening. I was thinking of dining at a well-known dumpling restaurant and then hitting a Karaoke bar for some fun!
Pete: Everything sounded good until I heard the word 'Karaoke'. If there's one thing you don't want to hear, it's me singing.
Henry Johnson: I sound like a frog that's suffering from a bad cold! But Karaoke is so popular in Asia that I've been dragged to at least two dozen of them so far. I've even learned a Chinese song or two.
Jameson: Hey. . . no Karaoke. . . no problem! We're here to have fun and if singing isn't fun. . . then forget it! I assume you like beer.
Pete: Beer is quite possibly my very favorite liquid.
Henry Johnson: Chinese beer is actually pretty good. I've sampled all of them so I should know!
Jameson: Great! So we'll have dinner and then we'll go down to the bar district. In Beijing there are literally thousands of bars.
Pete: Sounds like a plan. | 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.
Marjy: But it wasn't just you who was involved, right? You were only doing what your supervisor told you to do.
Seline: That's true, but my supervisor is very dishonest. There's no reason he needs to tell our boss the truth. I'm sure he will tell our boss that it was all my fault, and there's nothing I can do about that. My boss won't believe me if I tell him the truth.
Marjy: Let's think realistically about what might happen. How much money do you have in your savings?
Seline: I have enough to live off of for about 3 months. But I really don't want to spend my life savings on just living! I'd rather invest my money somehow.
Marjy: Well, you can't have everything. Let's just figure out what you will do if you lose your job. When is your contract up on your apartment?
Seline: Next month. So I can either move out then or renew my contract for another year.
Marjy: Well, that's good. If you lose your job, you can just move in with me until you find another job. That will save you plenty of money.
Seline: That's very generous of you. I guess that would work.
Marjy: If you lose your job, you just have to go for a few months without buying all the junk you usually buy. If you live frugally, you'll save plenty of money.
Seline: I guess working with so much money has made me rather greedy. Maybe losing my job would be a good thing! | 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. When we arrived there, you can go up and have a rest. The hotel has very good service, and it's considered as one of the best hotels here.
Ree: Thank you! I lived there when I came to Beijing last time. It's comfortable and beautiful.
Adolph: If it's convenient for you, Mr. Wu would like to invite you to the banquet in honor of you in the evening.
Ree: Thank you! I will. When and where will the dinner be?
Adolph: At six o'clock in the International Hotel. We'll pick you up this afternoon. Besides, if you care for visiting, we'll arrange some sightseeing for you.
Ree: Oh, that's nice. Thank you for arranging all of this. | 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! We seemingly need to gather money little by little.
Alyssa: What you said is absolutely right. I will pay you back as soon as I get back on my feet.
Fred: No rush. You can give it back whenever you have 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 of your food.
Demetris: Excuse me. I'm ready to order.
Odie: What would you like?
Demetris: Let me have the baby-back ribs.
Odie: Sure, will there be anything else that I can get you?
Demetris: That will be it for now. | 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 helps internal supervision and admin run smoothly.
Sir: That is wonderful. We've been having serious problems in that area. Our internal accounts seem so messy at the moment, nothing is running smoothly and it's costing us time and money.
Raul: Hopefully signing up for this Network Settlement Service will solve all of that. If you are sure, we can go ahead now, Sir. How does 10 am tomorrow sound, to get all of the paperwork out of the way? | 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: As the city grew, it must have absorbed many village nearby.
Osbert: Yes, it did. The names of those village survive as the names of parts of the city.
Pippa: I see. Are there any building more than 200 years old in your city?
Osbert: Oh, yes. Several of the buildings from the villages still survive. Many of them were inns for travelers and today survive as pubs. There was a castle near one village, so our city has a castle too.
Pippa: Really? So your city does have some old history after all. | 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: That's right. He ran for office quite a few times before he was finally elected.
Nessa: And I also admire him for his courage in fighting for equal rights.
Adelind: He had great vision, didn't he?
Nessa: And humility. I would have liked to meet him personally. | 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 important consideration.
Donni: I see.
Laura: How about you? Do you get any regular exercise?
Donni: I do a lot of walking for exercise and enjoyment-sometimes ten to twenty kilometers at a time. But I never go to the gym like you do.
Laura: Well, walking is a good exercise. How about sports?
Donni: Not since my school days. I used to love playing baseball, but it's impossible to get enough people together for a game now. Mostly I just watch sports on TV
Laura: I play tennis fairly regularly with my friends and sometimes go swimming and cycling by myself.
Donni: Oh, I forgot about that. I go cycling sometimes too. And I often go swimming on vacation, but only recreational swimming.
Laura: Why don't you join me at the gym sometime?
Donni: Well, maybe someday, but I'm pretty lazy about things like that. | 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. Are you free?
Tina: Yes. Wait for me at the cafe down my office building. Say 5 PM, ok?
Yolande: No problem. See you!
Tina: See you! | 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 to contribute to cancer research.
Avrom: So how does it work? How were you able to make money with the marathon?
Adrea: Each of the runners that participated the marathon race paid a ten dollar entrance fee. Also, they went door to door to get sponsors who pledged a dollar per mile that participants ran. All in all we were able to raise several thousand dollars.
Avrom: Sounds like a great deal for the American Cancer Society.
Adrea: In all honesty, it's also a great deal for our company. The exposure that we gained from sponsoring an invent like this was great for our image in the community. We accomplished as much as last year's advertising campaign, plus we were able to do a little fundraising for a good cause. | 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 reconfirmation within 72 hours will be cancelled.
Janna: But I have been so busy all these days. Well, is there any other ticket available? I want the next one. | 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 school office. | 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-provoking.
Nicki: yeah. I found it is so close to our life.
Mathilde: it reflects some of our difficulties in this ever-changing world.
Nicki: you said it. You know, the divorce rate has been on the rise in recent years.
Mathilde: well, it's said that a lot of young people favor getting married quickly which tend end quickly too.
Nicki: I know a couple who divorced a week after getting married.
Mathilde: oh, that's too short-lived.
Nicki: that's true. It's said the short-lived marriage is typical of the post - 80s generation.
Mathilde: I can't agree more. The only-child generation in China tends to know little about marriage.
Nicki: definitely. They don't take relationships and marriages very seriously.
Mathilde: in their mind, love is nothing but passion and marriage is over once the passion is gone.
Nicki: I think, as the saying goes as the saying goes haste makes waste, it is the same thing with marriage. | 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 Clark: Oh, my God! I hope you are all right.
Kalina: I have a concussion, but I will be OK.
Professor Clark: How much school will you miss?
Kalina: I only need to take this week off.
Professor Clark: I appreciate you calling and telling me that you won ' t be in class. See you next week! | 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 different kinds. What color would you like? I think yellow or green would be good choices for you.
Catherine: I would like the white one. | 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 open-air fair. I chanced upon this bag and bought it on the spot, without even trying to strike a bargain. I paid one hundred and twenty. And just now I was told by my Chinese colleagues I bought it overpriced. I could have talked my way to thirty.
Iago: is that so? I'm afraid people here will not take pity on unlucky guys like you. Bargaining has always been an indispensable procedure in business deals. It's the norm of free trade. The seller sets a preposterous price, and the buyer tries his best to bring it down, until a compromise is reached. Yet you ignored the process. No wonder you ended up easy prey.
Harry: but don't you think it annoying to overcharge the customers by such a handsome margin?
Iago: of course, that's something really irritating. And the only way to avoid being trapped is to know in advance about the real worth of the stuff. I recommend you to consult the price tags in the supermarket first. And then you may negotiate for a fair deal. | 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. The fourth is accounting period, and the fifth is objectivity. | 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 I first moved in, the heater was broken and it took him 3 months to fix it and last month was my thirtieth birthday. My friends threw me a surprise party. They showed up with a ton of food and lots of beers and they even had a rock and roll band. It turned into an all night party and.
Ellsworth: And your neighbors started complaining about the noise.
Corissa: No, everyone in the building was there. It was a great party. Unfortunately, some people accidentally broke the living room window. Next day, I gotta repair person to come over to fix the window. Since he was already here, I had him fix the broken washing machine, which I had been complaining to the house owner about for over 2 months. Then last week, I mailed the money for the house, not including the repair costs. But this morning, my house owner called me angrily and said that he wouldn't pay for the repairs. That doesn't seem fair. What should I do? | 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 fine, but he is awfully busy. He went to the States on a business trip two weeks ago.
Bill: Oh, really? Is he back yet?
Justis: No, he won't come back for several more weeks.
Bill: Wow! He must have a lot to do there.
Justis: Yes, he does.
Bill: I want to be sure of the time because I'm going to meet a friend at five o'clock sharp.
Justis: Well, my watch says 4:30, and that time should be right. I set it with the radio yesterday.
Bill: Good. | 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 minutes.
Maryl: Thank you very much. | 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 plant?
Orsola: 500. We're running on three shifts.
Anitra: Does the plant work with everything from the raw material to the finished product?
Orsola: Our associates specializing in these fields make some access - ries. Well, here we're at the production shop. Shall we start with the assembly line?
Anitra: That's fine. | 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 chopsticks.
Mavis: But you look quite proficient in using them now.
Beijinger: Certainly. After all, I've been here for two years. It's not much uphill work for a foreigner to get used to Chinese dinner utensils. Though, I do feel hazy about how to behave appropriately at a Chinese table.
Mavis: Yes, table etiquette. There are a multitude of rules that foreigners might never know until they were told. Some practices even appear somewhat awkward or rude to Westerners, while they are the norm in China. Hey! Your chopsticks, old silly! You should never stab your chopsticks into the rice bowl!
Beijinger: Anything wrong with that?
Mavis: Maybe you should have placed them horizontally over your bowl or plate. They resemble two incense sticks used at sacrifices for the death. It's very inauspicious, and might enrage all present.
Beijinger: Oh, sorry! There's a long story even with a mere pair of sticks. | 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, how could she be your girlfriend? Maybe you don't even know her.
Jocelyn: That's true. But we have known each other over the Internet for a few months now. Actually we are on an intimate level. We even plan to be engaged next month.
Shay: Congratulations! It's good to follow your heart. But I just didn't expect to be so fast.
Jocelyn: The Internet is making interaction much faster. People are getting to know each other much more quickly this way.
Shay: Probably you're right. | 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 piling up.
Dad: Well, I'm not sure if I have that much.
Joshua: Go to the bank. You have lots of money.
Dad: Lots of money, uh? Uh, well, I think the bank is closed.
Joshua: Then, what about your secret money jar under your bed?
Dad: Oh, I guess I could do that. So, what are you going to do with the money?
Joshua: I'm going to put some in savings, give some to the poor people, and use the rest to buy books.
Dad: Well, that's sounds great, Joshua. | 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 going there first. I'll stay for 5 days. Is Montreal the capital city of the province?
Bob: Well, many people think so because it's the biggest city, but it's not the capital. Quebec City is, but Montreal is great. The Santa Lawrence River runs right through the middle of the city. It's beautiful in summer.
Sherry: Wow, and do you think I can get by in English? My French is okay, but not that good. I know most people there speak French, but can I also use English?
Bob: Well, people speak both French and English there, but you'll hear French most of the time and all the street signs are in French. In fact, Montreal is the third largest French-speaking city in the world. So you'd better practice your French before you go.
Sherry: Good advice, what about Quebec City? I'll visit a friend from college who lives there now. What's it like?
Bob: It's a beautiful city, very old. Many old buildings have been nicely restored. Some of them were built in the 17th and 18th centuries. You'll love it there.
Sherry: Fantastic. I can't wait to go. | 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 each. And the big ones are two hundred and thirty yuan.
Madam: I'll take two small ones and a big one.
Prudi: What else are you interested in?
Madam: I'm afraid not.
Prudi: OK. Here you are. | 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 want.
Libbie: Just make yourself a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
Rene: I may just do that.
Libbie: Go right ahead. | 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 in alone.
Ted: Could you come to the station for more questioning?
Rayshell: That'll be fine. | 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 find that boring, too.
Ben: OK, relax. Let's see what else.
Rawley: Photography. That looks interesting. It started last week, but I don't think that would be a problem.
Ben: But look at the price. $280 is too much for me. I wonder why it's so expensive. I don't think I can afford it. But, hey, at least it's $40 cheaper than the Italian wine course. Look at that. $400 web design for beginners. It's pretty cheap. What do you think?
Rawley: I don't want to see a computer in the evening too.
Ben: Hey, look. How about Indian cooking? Starts this week. A little bit expensive.
Rawley: $190. You know how much I love Indian food. I'll call him tomorrow to see if there are still spaces available.
Ben: I'll call them right away.
Rawley: There won't be anyone there now. We'll try in the morning.
Ben: This will be great. We can have our own Indian dinner parties. | 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. First, go to the next corner and turn left onto Center Street.
Amelie: Uh-huh.
Inci: Then, walk three blocks to Second Avenue an turn right. Are you with me so far?
Amelie: Yes. I'm following you.
Inci: Then, walk two more blocks an you ' ll see City Hall on the left. Have you got all that?
Amelie: Yes. Now I've got it. Thank you very much. | 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 father's company will need some people to work for the summer.
Mary: What kind of company does he work for?
Tom: It's a construction company.
Mary: That sounds like it might be interesting. Don't you know what kind of jobs they have?
Tom: Well, I don't know for sure, but he said they need twenty-five or thirty new people. They plan to hire them in June. They'll work until the end of August, or the beginning of September.
Mary: I'd better try it.
Tom: I'll tell my father about it, and then you can call him.
Mary: Thanks a lot. | 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?
Mariann: Yes, I do.
Cherin: Then would you kindly come to our shop with the receipt by 10 o'clock? We will replace it.
Mariann: Thank you so much. | 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! Which kind you like? We have today's special. They're 25% off.
Sir: What are they?
Marty: Seafood pizza and banana and pineapple pizza.
Sir: Oh the second one sounds so weird. I'll have the seafood pizza. Oh, and make it thin crust.
Marty: Okay, thin crust. Your total is $ 21. 50 and your order will arrive in thirty minutes or it's free!
Sir: Perfect. Thank you. Bye. . .
Marty: Sir, wait!! I need your address!
Sir: Oh, sorry, my address is holyrood 9A. | 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 take your order?
Georgette: Yes. I'd like chicken, fish, some vegetables,two cokes and two bowls of rice.
Auria: Is that all? We have Beijing Duck. It's so delicious. Would you like to have a try?
Georgette: All right.
Auria: OK. Your food will be ready in a minute.
Georgette: No, no, no! I need some time to wait for my friend. Please get my food ready in 20 minutes.
Auria: No problem. | 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. How much is it then?
Veronica: Registration plus overnight... err... seven dollars in all.
Teresita: Here's a 10 - dollar bill.
Veronica: Now, your receipt, and the change.
Teresita: Thanks. Good-bye. | 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: They need to be there at eleven in the morning.
Celine: All right. I'll make sure and remember. | 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 consumers and also, in line with that goal, redo our image...
Ken: That's correct. If you remember, we also set a goal to double distribution in overseas markets. Now, when looking at the data to evaluate whether or not we made our goals, there are three things to consider. First, the original condition of the market, second, our marketing numbers from the previous year, and third, our final sales figures for this year. Now I want to describe for you the second and third parts. If you look at the overhead, you'll see a graph... The blue line represents our sales from the year 2005, the red line is the sales in 2006... As you can see, our sales in 2005 were quite slow to start off with, but managed to make decent performance in the last part of the year. On the other hand, you can see this year's sales took off like a rocket. | 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 complicated. It took me a few hours to fill it out. The hardest thing was getting all the necessary documents. That took almost two weeks.
Mildred: What kind of documents did you need to present?
Faina: I had to show document relating to my financial status and of course my education, because I want a student visa.
Mildred: Why do you think so many people have their applications rejected?
Faina: I think that they don't complete the forms correctly or they don't include all the required documents. The embassy is very strict about it. You have to be quite careful.
Mildred: Why are they stricter with Chinese people than with other nationalities?
Faina: That's simple. Many people break the rules regarding their visa conditions. | 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 seems like an awful waste! Why don't people order fewer dishes so that they don't have to throw so much away at the end of the meal?
Morgan: ordering a lot of food at restaurants is just a tradition in China. You know, in the past, people could not afford to eat out like they can today.
Nat: I guess that makes sense. I just think it would make more sense to take the leftovers home.
Morgan: well, if you want, you can take the leftovers home.
Nat: no, that's OK. You know what they say when in Rome. . .
Morgan: I was impressed that you tried the pig's feet. I heard that many foreigners don't like to eat them.
Nat: many people in my generation don't eat pig's feet, but my parents grew up eating them, so I think they are OK.
Morgan: did you like them? You could take the last one home with you.
Nat: that's OK. I'll try anything once, but sometimes, once is enough! | 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 think I'm polite, careful, relaxed and shy.
Gussie: Oh, I don't think you're shy! You are always chatting with new people when we go to a party.
Paul: Well. Yes, but those people always start talking to me. I never talk to them first. Perhaps I'm not as shy as I think. Anyway, you're certainly not shy!
Gussie: You're right. I love going out and making new friends.
Paul: So, you'll be at my birthday party on Friday?
Gussie: Of course! | 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.
Freedom Travel: And when will you be returning?
Brandise: Uh, well, I'd like to catch a return flight on the twenty ninth. Oh, and I'd like the cheapest flight available.
Freedom Travel: Okay. Let me see. Um, hmm ...
Brandise: Yeah?
Freedom Travel: Well, the price for the flight is almost double the price you would pay if you leave the day before 12 AM.
Brandise: Whoo. Let's go with the cheaper flight. By the way, how much is it?
Freedom Travel: It's only $980.
Brandise: Alright. Well, let's go with that.
Freedom Travel: Okay. That's flight 1070 from Salt Lake City to New York, Kennedy Airport, transferring to flight 90 from Kennedy to Helsinki.
Brandise: And what are the departure and arrival times for each of those flights?
Freedom Travel: 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.
Brandise: Alright. And, uh, I'd like to request a vegetarian meal.
Freedom Travel: Sure, no problem. And could I have you name please? | 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 planning to go the beach for a while, and we decided we could both make it this weekend. Then out of nowhere she called me up, said her boyfriend had made plans and that she need to cancel the trip. I was so angry when she told me that I said she didn't care about our friendship at all.
Mary: That's pretty harsh.
Binnie: I know, but I was so upset. I mean, come on! Does she have to do everything her boyfriend says?
Mary: You know she probably feels just as bad.
Binnie: Well, I think I was being a little selfish myself. I know they don't get to see each other very often.
Mary: Well, in that case I guess maybe you can be more understanding. You shouldn't let a trivial thing like this stand in the way of your friendship. After all you can go to the beach anytime you want.
Binnie: Yeah, I'll call later to patch things up. | 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't missed any classes.
Mark: To be honest, I work in supermarket from 7 to 10 o'clock every evening.
Maggie: I see. So you're pretty tired when you come to class.
Mark: That's exactly why I want to borrow your notes. My notes aren't very good.
Maggie: So what do you usually do in class?
Mark: I'm always awake at the beginning, but thirty minutes after class begins I feel sleepy and have trouble keeping my eyes open.
Maggie: Well, I need someone to study with and you need someone to keep you awake. Can we be study partners?
Mark: Oh sure. That's a good idea. So give me a push when you see me sleeping in class.
Maggie: OK. Let's start today in the library. We are going there anyway and I don't have to go to the cafeteria.
Mark: Sounds good. | 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. It was so cheap.
Bryn: But do you really mean that the second - hand goods are just as good as the new ones?
Tom: It depends. So you must be careful buying second-hand goods. | 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. So maybe I'll just stay at home. What about you?
Cathlene: I'll spend a few weeks in China. My husband and I want to see around the country.
Ted: China is a great country. There are many great places to visit there. I'm sure you'll have great fun. | 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 girls.
Sarah: But Sarah says she does not care, so long as he loves her. | 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 China on a business trip, visiting some local companies that manufacture bathroom products.
Dorthy: Wow sounds interesting! Excuse me if I am being a bit nosy but, how old are you?
Marietta: Don't you know it's rude to ask a lady her age?
Dorthy: Don't get me wrong! It's just that you seem so young and already doing business overseas!
Marietta: Well thank you! In that case, I am 26 years old, and what about yourself?
Dorthy: I am 40 years old and was born and raised here in the good old U. S of A, although I have some Colombian heritage.
Marietta: Really? That's great! Do you speak some Spanish?
Dorthy: Uh. . . yeah. . of course!
Marietta: Que bien! Sentences poems habeas en espanol! | 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 English since junior high school. And I majored in English in college.
Meta: I see, do you speak any other languages?
Jermaine: Yes, I speak a little French and Japanese. | 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 luggage and. . .
Yoko: And I've got to drive. You know I'm not fond of that. I found it much more relaxing to sit in the train.
Corissa: Which is more expensive?
Yoko: Well. Of course train is more expensive, but it is very much quicker. But I know we'll never agree on this subject. You prefer the car. I prefer the train.
Corissa: Now. Have you ever thought of going by express bus? | 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?
Jermayne: We have an hour-long lunch break from 12 to 1. we can take coffee breaks during the day. My boss doesn't mind, as long as we get out work done on time.
Myrlene: My boss gets annoyed if we take coffee breaks. I suppose your job involves a lot paperwork, doesn't it?
Jermayne: There's some paperwork, but most of the time we put any information onto computers. Then we can send information to each other by email or across the network. Do you work in a cubicle?
Myrlene: Yes, I do. I don't like it very much.
Jermayne: I work in a cubicle too, but I I don't mind it. | 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 Ph.D. student at the University of Edinburgh. He will graduate at the end of this year.
Nissie: Wow, it seems he's very excellent.
Ansell: You can say that again.
Nissie: So what's the topic of his speech? I think I might want to go too.
Ansell: It's about multimodal text generation. He'll talk about generating summaries for videos and discourse modeling as well.
Nissie: Well, that sounds sophisticated. Leave me a place. | 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 an infection.
Madlen: Will the blood test hurt?
Denyse: It is only a little pin stick. I am going to put a tourniquet on your arm to puff your veins up.
Madlen: Ouch!
Denyse: There we go! I got the blood that I needed. | 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 lungs, heart, blood levels, and eyes, ears, and nose.
Jill: I've been having a little trouble breathing. Would you look into that, please?
Whitaker: We can do an allergy test, and later I can send you for an asthma test.
Jill: I would appreciate it. When you give me a blood test, what are you looking for?
Whitaker: I am going to check your cholesterol, blood sugar, and white blood cell count.
Jill: I am expecting the tests to go well. I have been taking good care of myself. | 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 seriously injured. Will you call an ambulance and the police?
Rey: OK. I'll do it right away, but tell me how it happened.
Bobby: I ran into the guardrail when I turned to the left. | 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, and if you are outside and is a bit of a breeze. It feels cold quickly.
Erin: It sure does. I think I'm going to follow my cats example and just sit in the sum that shining in through the windows. | 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.
Reagan: Very beautiful and very interesting. But why do you hang them in the tree?
Malissia: They don't have enough time to peel it after they harvested them, so they hung them in the tree. Then in winter, they can peel corn ears in their leisure time.
Reagan: Very good idea. Sometimes such pictures can show the house's richness. | 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 who is able should go on a haj at least once in his life. Mecca is the spiritual centre of the muslim faith.
Graeme: When muslims pray, they face towards mecca.
Enrico: That's right. Unfortunately, so many people go on the haj each year that there are often stamped and people get killed.
Graeme: I heard about that. The pilgrims must walk around a large, sacred black stone.
Enrico: That's right. That's when accidents often happen. The Saudi government tries to limit the number of pilgrims, to reduce the chances of accidents.
Graeme: Pilgrimages are common in many faiths.
Enrico: Yes. In England, Christian pilgrims might go to Canterbury and many Christians go to the Vatican on pilgrimages.
Graeme: Isn't there a place in france where people go to get healed?
Enrico: I think that place is Lourdes. There are many stories of people being healed after visiting there.
Graeme: Do you think that there is something magical about that place?
Enrico: Personally. I think that people believe they will be healed and that faith causes a change in their mind that cures them. I don't think place is magical in any way. | 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: I'll never again come to your side ; I am turn away now and can't return. | 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 worry. Can you do me a favor?
Elvira: Name it and I'll do it for you.
Brandise: Take care of Pamela when I am away. She is a nice girl. I don't want her to get hurt or anything.
Elvira: I've got it.
Brandise: Thank you. Now I see that you are my true friend. Most of my so-called friends left me at the moment my company went bankrupt. You are the only one who has stood by me the whole time.
Elvira: I am just doing what I think I should do.
Brandise: Thank you for being a friend of mine.
Elvira: This isn't like you. . . Well, I hope you will have a nice flight and a successful start in business
Brandise: Thank you. I have to leave now. If you see Pamela, tell her I'll write to her. | 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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