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test_601 | Johannes: Hello sir, welcome to the French Garden Restaurant. How many?
Andrus: One.
Johannes: Right this way. Please have a seat. Your waitress will be with you in a moment.
Claudette: Hello sir, would you like to order now?
Andrus: Yes please.
Claudette: What would you like to drink?
Andrus: What do you have?
Claudette: We have bottled water, juice, and Coke.
Andrus: I'll have a bottle of water please.
Claudette: What would you like to eat?
Andrus: I'll have a tuna fish sandwich and a bowl of vegetable soup. | Andrus is at French Garden Restaurant and he orders a bottle of water, a tuna fish sandwich and a bowl of vegetable soup with the help of Claudette. |
test_602 | Ted: I want a pair of enameled leather shoes in size 30.
Mauricio: How about this one?
Ted: The heel is a little tight.
Mauricio: It doesn't matter, sir. Shoes will stretch a bit with use.
Ted: Really? I will take it. | Ted buys a pair of enameled leather shoes from Mauricio. |
test_603 | 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 a book with English songs to Irene. |
test_604 | 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. | Jermayne describes how the working days are like, including the working hours and working contents, to Myrlene. |
test_605 | Sons: Is there a bus that'll go all the way to Sons from PHS?
Noemi: Where is this Sons located?
Sons: The Sons on Fair Oaks and Orange Grove.
Noemi: You're going to need to take two buses to get to that Sons.
Sons: Which buses will I have to take?
Noemi: First, you need to get on the 268 going west.
Sons: Then what do I do?
Noemi: You need to get off on Fair Oaks and Washington.
Sons: What's next?
Noemi: Get on the 261, and it'll take you the rest of the way to Sons.
Sons: There's nothing else?
Noemi: That's all there is to it. | Noemi offers bus information for Sons to go to Sons from PHS. |
test_606 | Bryce: Would you like to come out with me tonight?
Madelle: Sorry, I can't.
Bryce: Tomorrow night, then?
Madelle: I'd like to. But I'm afraid I can't.
Bryce: I was wondering if you like to go to the theatre then.
Madelle: That sounds great.
Bryce: Ok. How about give me a ring, then?
Madelle: No. I'd better not.
Bryce: Why not?
Madelle: Because I don't think my husband would like it. Thank you for inviting me anyway. | Madelle refuses Bryce's invitations to go out. |
test_607 | Betteanne: I wonder if you could do me a favor.
Sydelle: I'd be happy to help you. Name it.
Betteanne: My printer is broken. Can you print up a copy for me?
Sydelle: Sure, no problem. Do you want me to edit it for you?
Betteanne: Please, you write much better than I do.
Sydelle: Oh, its nothing. | Betteanne wants Sydelle to help to print up a copy. Sydelle accepts and edits it for Betteanne. |
test_608 | Jolie: I'll be checking out of the hotel in about 40 minutes.
Rochette: Forty minutes or 40 seconds, ma'am, it doesn't matter, I'm ready for you.
Jolie: Great! As you know, however, the day in New York has hardly begun.
Rochette: There's nothing like getting an early start, ma'am.
Jolie: What can I do with my baggage while I visit a few more tourist spots?
Rochette: You can leave your baggage in our storage space, with a deposit.
Jolie: Isn't my baggage enough of a deposit?
Rochette: I wish it was, but it isn't. They will still want a credit card.
Jolie: It's always something, isn't it? Let me think about this for a second.
Rochette: Don't forget that you have very little time, ma'am, before you have to check out. | Jolie wants to leave the luggage at the hotel when visiting New York but wants to think about for a second because of deposit. |
test_609 | Mersey: So is there any other area I should look at as well?
John Godfrey: Yes, I'd recommend West Derby. That will be closer to your office.
Mersey: That sounds good.
John Godfrey: Yes, and if you have children, it also has very good schools.
Mersey: That's not my concern. I live on my own so I'm only looking for a cheap single room, something like a flat.
John Godfrey: Umm, that may be a problem here in this area then, because there are mostly larger houses here. You'd probably be able to share one with other people who want to rent though.
Mersey: No, I'm only interested in flats at the moment.
John Godfrey: We actually have another office in South Derby, and the guy who works there is a really good friend of mine. His name is John Godfrey.
Mersey: Could you tell me his telephone number?
John Godfrey: It's 074263951.
Mersey: Great. Is there a good time to call him? I'm here for a whole week until Sunday tenth.
John Godfrey: I'm sure he'll be able to see you on Saturday.
Mersey: That sounds fine. Thanks for your help. | Mersey is looking for a cheap single room. John Godfrey recommends Mersey to contact John Godfrey on Saturday. |
test_610 | Dodie: What do you know about our company?
Erinn: Well, as I know this company is one of the largest and best in this field of business. It mainly produces toys for children. It employs more than 10, 000 people throughout the world. The president now is Mr. Jackson. The Shanghai branch was founded five years ago with a staff of more than 2, 000.
Dodie: Very good. If you enter this company, what department would you like to work in?
Erinn: May I work in sales department?
Dodie: OK. Oh, how much do you make at your current job, if you don't mind my asking?
Erinn: I'm paid 2, 000 yuan per month plus some allowances and bonus as that come to about 3, 000 yuan a month. How much will you pay me?
Dodie: Well, the starting salary for a clerk in our company is 2, 500 yuan monthly and after three months he would get a raise if his work is satisfactory.
Erinn: Do you have any fringe benefits?
Dodie: Sure, we provide semi-annual bonus, a small bonus at Spring Festival, four weeks paid vacation a year.
Erinn: How about insurance and full health insurance?
Dodie: We can buy that for you.
Erinn: That sounds good. | Dodie asks Erinn how well Erinn knows about the company, Erinn's ideal department, and current salary. Erinn also asks Dodie about the company's benefits and insurance. |
test_611 | Mr. Tang: Sit down, please. Mr. Tang, do you bring any paper or certificate with you?
Ivett: Thank you. Here is a copy of the Tour Guide Certificate of mine.
Mr. Tang: Are you still working in Youth International Travel Agency?
Ivett: Yes, but I am on holidays this week.
Mr. Tang: How many foreign languages can you speak?
Ivett: I am bilingual, English and Russian. | Mr. Tang interviews Mr.Tang about the related certification of being a tour guide. |
test_612 | Ruperto: What can I do for you?
Malorie: I want to get my car washed.
Ruperto: Would you like regular car wash package?
Malorie: I don't know what you mean.
Ruperto: Well, we will wash the exterior form top to bottom. We use a special shampoo, which gives the body that extra shine.
Malorie: Do you wash windows?
Ruperto: Of course. We wash the windows inside and out.
Malorie: What about the interior?
Ruperto: We use a vacuum cleaner that removes all the dirt, and we throw away all of the trash that we can find.
Malorie: Sounds good, regular car wash package will be OK.
Ruperto: OK. I see. | Ruperto introduces the services included in regular car wash package and Malorie will take it. |
test_613 | Wini: Hi, Mary! What do you like to do in your spare time?
Mary: Well, I spend a lot of time watching movies.
Wini: What a confidence! I always watch a lot of movies, too.
Mary: Oh really, Frank? What kind of movies do you like?
Wini: Actually, I watch whichever movie there is, be it a comedy, a sci-fi or a suspense movie. How about you?
Mary: Art films are my favorite, but thrillers are cool, too.
Wini: Really impressive. These two genres are totally different.
Mary: Sure. I enjoy both of them very much.
Wini: How often do you go to the cinema?
Mary: Once in a while, I suppose, I usually rent movies at Movie Salon.
Wini: Movie salon? where is that?
Mary: It's a movie rental store in my neighborhood. I've got a membership there.
Wini: Is it good?
Mary: Yes, you can find almost all new releases there.
Wini: Really? Maybe I shall also sign up for its membership.
Mary: Why not? | Frank and Mary both like watching movies in their spare time. Mary usually rents movies at Movie Salon, and Frank is interested in signing up for its membership. |
test_614 | 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 is watching a programme about Islam's pilgrimage to Mecca. Graeme has heard that there are often accidents happen during this pilgrimage. They also talk about pilgrimage in other countries. |
test_615 | Quigly: Honey, of course I forgive you! I love you so much! I've really missed you. I was wrong to get upset over nothing.
Sheridan: I'm sorry I haven't called or anything, but right after you decided you wanted a break, I was called up north to put out some major forest fires! I was in the middle of nowhere, working day and night, trying to prevent the blaze from spreading! It was pretty intense.
Quigly: Oh, honey, I'm glad you're okay! But I have some exciting news. . . I think I'm pregnant!
Sheridan: Really? Wow, that's amazing! This is great news! I've always wanted to be a father! We'll go to the doctor first thing in the morning!
Ric: We have your test results back and, indeed, you are pregnant. Let's see here. . . everything seems to be in order. Your approximate due date is October twenty-seventh two thousand and nine, so that means that the baby was conceived on February third, two thousand and nine.
Sheridan: Are you sure? Are these things accurate?
Ric: Well, yes sir, they are.
Quigly: What's wrong? Why are you asking these questions?
Sheridan: This baby isn't mine! I was away the first week of February at a training seminar!
Quigly: I. . . I. . . no, it can't be. . . | Quigly calls Sheridan to tell him that she was wrong to get upset over nothing and tells Sheridan she is pregnant. Sheridan feels happy. They go to the doctor. Sheridan finds out the baby isn't his because he was away the first week of February at a training seminar. |
test_616 | 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 and Lawton recall the goals they had in the marketing plan, and Ken compares last and this years' sales figure. Their performance has grown rapidly. |
test_617 | Jodi: Terrible. How about people's lives?
Ana: Fortunately, there is no person died.
Jodi: That's great. It seems that Typhoon is not as bad as earthquake.
Ana: Yeah. Earthquake is one of the most badly natural disasters in the world.
Jodi: That's why many people died in the earthquake.
Ana: Well, China is located on the Eurasia plate, where earthquakes happen frequently due to the earth's plates knocking against each other.
Jodi: Oh, China does have been plagued by numerous destructive earthquakes during its long history.
Ana: Yeah, we've experienced the 8. 0 magnitude earthquake in Wenchuan.
Jodi: We're all familiar with natural disasters. but we still feel weak when we face Wenchuan earthquake.
Ana: Right. But people at that time only know two words, 'save' and 'assistance', they will never don't lift a finger. Life is the most important compared with anything else.
Jodi: That's the point. Love among human beings is not limited by geography. | Jodi and Ana are talking about natural disasters and Wenchuan earthquake in China. They feel the importance of life and love. |
test_618 | Alan: You should have seen the line at the housing office. It took me an hour to make my dormitory deposit for next year. Have you made yours yet?
Javier: No, I'm not sure I'm going to.
Alan: There's not much time left. The deadline's May 1. That is just two weeks from now. Are you short of cash?
Javier: No, I'm Okay.
Alan: You'd better hurry up if you want a dorm room next September. There aren't enough rooms for every one, and first year students have priority.
Javier: Well, I've been thinking about living off campus.
Alan: Have you any idea of how much that would cost? There is the rent, utilities, and you'd probably need a car.
Javier: I know it would be more expensive. I think I can handle it though. The dorm is just so noisy that I can't get anything done. Maybe my grades would be better if I had some peace and quiet in a place of my own.
Alan: You should study in the library the way I do. Think of the money you'd save.
Javier: I've got to think it over some more. There's still two weeks left in April. | Alan pushes Javier to pay for the dormitory soon, but Javier is thinking about living off campus. They analyze the advantages and disadvantages of living on and off campus. |
test_619 | Nancy: Tyler residence.
Maggy: Is this Naomi?
Nancy: No, this is her sister, Nancy.
Maggy: You sure sound like Naomi.
Nancy: Oh. Can I take a message?
Maggy: Sure. Please tell her that Andy called.
Nancy: Okay. I'll give her the message.
Maggy: Thanks.
Nancy: Bye. | Andy calls to find Naomi. Nancy will deliver the message that he has called. |
test_620 | 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 inquires about Celine's care with the puppies and reminds Celine of the vet appointment. |
test_621 | Linnell: Right Rebecca. Now I see that after graduating from University your first job was. . .
Rebecca: For a local paper in York called the York Herald. Actually, I started with them as an intern in the beginning. I was really keen on getting some experience in the journalistic world, and this seemed like a good first step.
Linnell: Certainly. And after your internship?
Rebecca: They seemed impressed, and offered me a position as a junior local news reporter. I ended up staying two years there actually. I was in charge of the sports news section of the newspaper. I really enjoyed it there, and it really helped me build my skills.
Linnell: Yes I see. But you decided to leave them in 2006, right?
Rebecca: Yes, that's right. My husband and I moved to London, and so I managed to find a position with a National newspaper based in London.
Linnell: The London Weekly right?
Rebecca: Yes, in some ways it was a step down from my previous job but it did offer me much better prospects for the future. | Linnell is asking Rebecca about her working experience. She worked for York Herald as an intern and then as a junior local news reporter. After that, she began to work for London Weekly. |
test_622 | Isidore: Is there anything wrong?
Celestyn: I'm worried about my daughter. She can't decide about college.
Isidore: Don't worry. That's just a part of being a teenager.
Celestyn: I don't mind that. But she disagrees with me about everything.
Isidore: You should encourage her to make up her mind by herself. You shouldn't affect her decision.
Celestyn: But I just want to give her some tips.
Isidore: Oh, she can make her own decisions. | Celestyn is worried about Celestyn's daughter. Isidore suggests Celestyn should encourage Celestyn's daughter to make her own decision. |
test_623 | Britt: Thank you for organizing this great baby shower for me! I'Ve always been to baby showers but never actually had one held for me! Let's get started!
Tiebout: Ok, let's start opening some presents!
Britt: Oh look! What a great little bib for the baby! This will definitely come in handy! Oh wow, you also got me a stroller! That's so great! Thank you!
Tiebout: This next one is from Betty.
Britt: A highchair and car seat! Wow Betty, thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
Tiebout: One more from Carla.
Britt: A playpen and crib! Thanks Carla! This is just what I needed!
Tiebout: OK, that's all of them. No more gifts. Now who wants to guess when the baby is due?
Britt: Umm. I think my water just broke! Get me to a hospital! | Tiebout helps Britt to open the presents for Britt's baby at the baby shower. Britt's water broke. |
test_624 | Jaime: Is this the workshop to prepare for an interview?
Tobe: This is the interview class. Welcome to our class.
Jaime: I am really excited to be taking this workshop so that I can get ready for my interview next week.
Tobe: We are all learning things that will help us in our interview. What do you think are some important considerations going into your interview?
Jaime: I think that we should dress neatly and appropriately.
Tobe: Yes. Second, as you can imagine, attitude and friendliness go a long way.
Jaime: Yes, and I always feel much better when I am friendly.
Tobe: Believe it or not, the interviewers are as interested in your questions as they are in your answers.
Jaime: Any more hints as to what I should do in an interview?
Tobe: Always be honest with your answers. The interviewers really do want to know if you will be a good fit for them. | In the workshop, Tobe offer Jaime some suggestions on how to perform well in interviews. |
test_625 | Steve: Matthew? Hi!
Matthew: Steve! Haven't seen you in ages! How long's it been?
Steve: it's got to be almost a year now.
Matthew: how have you been?
Steve: I'm pretty good. I've been looking for a place to live recently. My lease runs out next month and I don't want to renew it.
Matthew: yeah, I remember the neighborhood. Have you found a place yet?
Steve: not yet. I am still looking through the classifieds. Wish me luck.
Matthew: well, maybe I can help. Remember my neighbor?
Steve: Mrs. Thou?
Matthew: yes, her daughter's having a baby, so she's moving in with her to help out. I think if you are interested, you can come over and have a look.
Steve: great. It's a lovely neighborhood. And it would be nice to be neighbors again. It would be just like the old days!
Matthew: I'll ask Mrs. Thou when she's available to show the apartment and let you know. Has your number changed? | Matthew and Steve meet after a long time. Steve is looking for a new place to live. Mathew's neighbor is moving out and They might be neighbors again. |
test_626 | Shandee: Hi! How are things going with you?
Walker: I am doing well. What's up with you?
Shandee: Believe it or not, the company I worked for closed down, so I'm out of a job.
Walker: The same with me. Have you given much thought to what you want to do next?
Shandee: I am not being all that particular right now because I just need to keep a roof over my head.
Walker: How about interviews? Have you been on any of those yet?
Shandee: I wish that I could get the opportunity to be interviewed.
Walker: How about the electrician program that they have listed over there?
Shandee: I read about that, and the position sounded great!
Walker: Let's go see how we can apply for those positions. | Shandee and Walker plan to apply for the electrician program after they were laid off. |
test_627 | Nealy: Hey man, what do you have on tap?
Goddart: Heineken and Budweiser. We have a two-for-one happy hour special.
Nealy: Cool, give me a pint of Heineken and half a pint of Bud.
Goddart: Okay. . . A pint of Heineken and and half a pint of bud for table six! And what about some appetizers?
Nealy: Sure! Let's have some nachos and mozzarella sticks.
Goddart: Okay. That'll be 80 bucks.
Nealy: Wait. . . What! | Nealy orders some food at Goddart's but finds the price is higher than expected. |
test_628 | Laurel: Hello. Can I help you?
Karen Huang: Yes, I hope so. I would like to register for Comp Lit 287.
Laurel: I'm sorry, but that class is already full. And also, students are supposed to register through the touch-tone registration system.
Karen Huang: I know. I already tried to register for it by phone, but the computer won't let me.
Laurel: That's because it's full.
Karen Huang: But I'm a new student here. I thought maybe there was some way I could get into the class. I thought I should come and talk to you in the department office.
Laurel: Well, I could put you on a waiting list. But that doesn't guarantee you will get into the class. What is your name?
Karen Huang: My name is Karen Huang. That's spelled H - U - A - N - G.
Laurel: Alright. And what is your major?
Karen Huang: I'm a comparative literature major.
Laurel: Wait a minute. You're a Comp Lit major?
Karen Huang: Yes, that's right.
Laurel: Why didn't you tell me? I didn't know you were one of our students.
Karen Huang: That's why I'm trying to get into Comp Lit 287. I know it's a required class. And Professor Cohen told me I need to take it.
Laurel: The university computer system saves extra places, in class 287 for comp lit students. I can give you a special code. When you register by phone, you can use the code to get into the class.
Karen Huang: Even if the class is full?
Laurel: That's right.
Karen Huang: Oh, I didn't know that.
Laurel: Sure. Here is the code number, with information on how to use it.
Karen Huang: Thank you. So you think I will be able to get in with this?
Laurel: Sure. Just call the touch-tone registration system again. Then, follow the directions on the sheet. You will get in no problem.
Karen Huang: Thanks.
Laurel: Next time you come in here, I will recognize you. | Karen Huang wants to register for a class. Laurel says it's full and will put Karen on the waiting list. But then Laurel gives Karen a special code to register the class after Laurel knows Karen is a Comparative Literature major. |
test_629 | Francis: Welcome to my birthday party, I am so happy you can come.
Joachim: Thanks for inviting me. Here is the gift for you. Happy birthday, Francis! Many more happy and healthy years for you!
Francis: Thank you, shall I open it now?
Joachim: Yes, please do.
Francis: Wow, a remote car model and my favorite brand. I really like it. That is so nice of you.
Joachim: Yeah, I was really struggling whether I should give you this nice little car. It was the last one they had and I really like it so much myself.
Francis: Typical you, always wanting to keep the best things for yourself. The more I appreciate the gift now. | Joachim gives Francis a nice car model as a birthday gift and Francis appreciates it. |
test_630 | Elissa: Honey, I've got good news for you.
Cooper: What is it?
Elissa: You are going to be a father.
Cooper: What? Do you mean that you are pregnant? Is it true?
Elissa: Yes. We'll have our baby soon.
Cooper: Oh, dear, I'm so happy.
Elissa: Me, too. | Elissa and Cooper are happy about Elissa's pregnancy. |
test_631 | Danielle: Have you considered upgrading your system?
Thaine: Yes, but I'm not sure what exactly I would need.
Danielle: You could consider adding a painting program to your software. It would allow you to make up your own flyers and banners for advertising.
Thaine: That would be a definite bonus.
Danielle: You might also want to upgrade your hardware because it is pretty outdated now.
Thaine: How can we do that?
Danielle: You'd probably need a faster processor, to begin with. And you also need a more powerful hard disc, more memory and a faster modem. Do you have a CD-ROM drive?
Thaine: No.
Danielle: Then you might want to add a CD-ROM drive too, because most new software programs are coming out on Cds.
Thaine: That sounds great. Thanks. | Danielle teaches Thaine how to upgrade software and hardware in Thaine's system. |
test_632 | Anabel: Excuse me, Miss.
Jodi: What can I do for you?
Anabel: I've just heard an announcement that my flight has been delayed.
Jodi: What's your flight number?
Anabel: Flight CA216 to Chengdu.
Jodi: Yes, it's true. It has been delayed.
Anabel: Could you please tell me why?
Jodi: Yes, of course. The delay is due to heavy rain.
Anabel: How long will the delay be? Do you have any further information about it?
Jodi: I am sorry, we don't know the extent of the delay at present. But according to the latest weather forecast, there will be a change in weather soon.
Anabel: We have to wait. Well, is it possible for the rain to stop before noon?
Jodi: It's hard to say. Weather is so changeable in the summer. Please listen to the latest announcement about your flight.
Anabel: Yes, I will. Thanks a lot. Bye!
Jodi: Bye | Anabel's flight is delayed. Jodi can't tell further information about the delay because of the changeable weather. |
test_633 | Rollins: do you have any plans for dinner tonight?
Yvette: no, I was thinking of putting a frozen pizza in the oven or something. How about you?
Rollins: I was thinking maybe we could make dinner together tonight. What do you think?
Yvette: I'm absolutely useless at cooking!
Rollins: I could teach you how to cook something healthy. Frozen pizza are so bad for you!
Yvette: I know they aren't good for me, but they are cheap, convenient, and fairly tasty.
Rollins: I recently saw a piece for spicy chicken curry in a magadize. Maybe we could try that?
Yvette: yeah, why not. Do you have all the ingredients?
Rollins: I bought all the ingredients this morning, so let's start!
Yvette: what do we do first?
Rollins: first, you need to wash the vegetables and then chop them into little pieces.
Yvette: ok. Should I heat the wok?
Rollins: yes. Once it gets hot, put a little oil in it, add the vegetables and stir-fry them for a few minutes.
Yvette: what about the chicken?
Rollins: that needs to be cut into thin strips about 3 cm long and then it can be stir-fried on its own until its cooked through.
Yvette: how about the rice?
Rollins: I'll prepare it. Do you prefer white rice or brown rice?
Yvette: white rice, please. None of that healthy brown stuff for me! | Rollins invites Yvette to make dinner together, but Yvette thinks Yvette is bad at cooking. Thus, Rollins teaches Yvette to cook spicy chicken. |
test_634 | Daisy: Hey, Jack, where's your car?
Jack: I got rid of that clunker. This is my new one.
Daisy: Is that right? This surely beats the old one?
Jack: Hop in, I'll give you a ride.
Daisy: Ok. Boy, this looks expensive.
Jack: Yeah, it costed a bundle, alright?
Daisy: Wow, this thing can haul.
Jack: Yeah, this sucker is the fastest thing I've ever owned.
Daisy: I believe it. Hoo, this car corners like it's on rails.
Jack: We are on the high way. Find the pound shade.
Daisy: Wow, this car can really burn rubber.
Jack: It's a great feeling.
Daisy: You made a perfect choice, Jack.
Jack: Thank you, Daisy. | Jack bought a new car and invites Daisy to hop in and take a ride. Daisy thinks it's a good feeling. |
test_635 | Ritchie: Let's go to Burger Queen for lunch. They have good cheese burgers.
Lesli: OK. I am hungry, too. I like their milkshake. They're very creamy and tasty.
Ritchie: Look at the long line, there are always a lot of people waiting in lines just for the cheese burger. It must be very delicious.
Lesli: Yup. But, this also means we have to wait to order our food.
Ritchie: Come on. It is worth waiting. Their cheese burgers are really popular. Once you have it, you will love it.
Lesli: Well, sounds very attractive. I just tried their vanilla milkshake last time, and it was really delicious.
Ritchie: Yup, they have good French fries as well. Not very thick, but crispy enough. You should try them with some mayonnaise sauce. That is the Belgium style. You will love it.
Lesli: OK, I think I know what to order for my lunch now. But, eating too much fried food really makes me fat.
Ritchie: Come on. You just have it once in a while, not every day. It will not harm you.
Lesli: That's true. You can hear my tummy grumbling. I am really hungry!
Ritchie: Be patient. Good food never comes fast.
Lesli: Ok! | Ritchie invites Lesli to have lunch at Burger Queen. They wait in line to order food, and Ritchie recommends some food to Lesli. |
test_636 | Kareem: our company is going to do some cutbacks soon.
Quinn: really? Where did you hear that?
Kareem: I met with the supervisor just this morning. I don't know, but I am a little worried. Who do you think will get sacked?
Quinn: I'm not sure. . . well, first, it couldn't be George. He is such a kiss-ass. He'd wash the boss's dog if he asked.
Kareem: no, it's not going to be George. I don't think it's Andy either. He is involved with the boss's sister in-law. And you know how whipped our boss is.
Quinn: that's true. What about Lisa? I bet there's nobody who could do a worse job than her.
Kareem: Lisa? No way. I've heard a rumor that she and the boss were having an affair. You know rumors can't come out from nowhere.
Quinn: well, okay. Then there is still Michael. But he's pet after having the best sales record for three months in a row. It definitely won't be Michael.
Kareem: no, that would be crazy. But then who will it be? Oh dear, it must be me. I should have known it! Why else would he have talked to me alone about the downsizing. What should I do? I've got a family t
Quinn: well, it could be me too. But I am not too worried. This place is suffocating me with this boss being such a hard-ass and colleagues who barely know how to get dressed in the morning. It would almost b | Kareem and Quinn talk about the company's upcoming downsizing and discuss who will get sacked. Kareem is worried but Quinn doesn't care. |
test_637 | Harry: Harry, what's the matter? You look pale.
Evy: I just had a terrible experience.
Harry: Did you have an accident?
Evy: Not quite, but almost. I was crossing the street just now and was almost hit by a car. Fortunately, I jumped back in time.
Harry: How awful! I hope you got the number of the car, so you can report this man to the police.
Evy: Before I realized what had happened, the car was gone.
Harry: Drivers like that should be punished by the police.
Evy: I agree. I won't forget this for a long time.
Harry: I am sure you won't.
Evy: Yes,from now on I won't cross the street reading my newspaper. I'll have to watch where I'm going, since there are dangerous drivers like that one on the road. | Harry tells Harry he was almost hit by a car and he will be more careful next time. |
test_638 | Henrieta: Excuse me. I get confused that the two phones on the booth are different, can you tell me how to use them?
Sheldon: Let me have a look. Oh, yes. This one is the IC phone and the other is the coin phone. If you have an IC card, you can insert it into this slot, wait for the dialing signal appearing on the small screen, and then dial the number of the person you are going to call.
Henrieta: Well, I see. How to use the other one?
Sheldon: First, you pick up the receiver, wait for the dialing signal, dial the number, and then put the coin into the slot, press the'speak'button. Then everything is done.
Henrieta: It seems quite easy. I will try both of them. | Sheldon teaches Henrieta how to use the IC phone and the coin phone to call. |
test_639 | Armond: Hey, How's it going?
Kata: Not good. I lost my backpack.
Armond: Oh, that's too bad. Is anything important in it?
Kata: Just my wallet. There's some money in it.
Armond: Is your ID lost?
Kata: No, thank god.
Armond: Was your backpack stolen?
Kata: No, I took a taxi yesterday, and I left it in the car.
Armond: Sorry to hear that. Did you call the driver?
Kata: No, I didn't ask for the recipt so I don't have the number.
Armond: That's too bad. Is there anything I can do?
Kata: Can I borrow some money?
Armond: Sure, how much do you need?
Kata: About 50 dollars.
Armond: That's no problem.
Kata: Thanks. I'll pay you back on Friday.
Armond: That'll be fine. Here you are.
Kata: Thank you.
Armond: What are you going to do now?
Kata: I'm going to take a bus home, and ask for some money from my mom.
Armond: If you wait a minute I drive you home.
Kata: That's really nice of you! | Kata lost Kata's backpack, wallet, and money in a taxi. Armond lends Kata some money and will take Kata home. |
test_640 | Odessa: Tom, as the manager of a company selling green products, you are now quite a successful businessman. When did you know you wanted to have your own company?
Tom: My family left Budapest in 1986 and settled in Canada where a lot of my friends' parents were highly successful businessmen. It seems so cool, so in high school, I started a web-designed company and learned a lot from that experience.
Odessa: How did you find the money for your present company then?
Tom: We've raised 18 million dollars from about 50 people. We're finally making money. I own 6% of the company and all employees get their shares.
Odessa: By the way, what aspects of your life are green?
Tom: I'm only mildly green. I do simple things and I'm a huge biker. I biked cross Canada.
Odessa: Do you think you have ever done anything wasteful?
Tom: We're always doing something wrong, but then, that will allow us to learn and grow. When I first started out, we made all the products ourselves, but that was a mistake. Now we work with other companies. We provide the materials, the product development and the design. They make the products then. | Odessa inquires Tom about his successful business experience and his own green life and how to learn from mistakes. |
test_641 | Lin: Thank you. Steven. That was the most magnificent meal I've had abroad. You'll have to let me reciprocate the next time you're in Beijing.
Steven: Don't worry about it, Lin. That's no big deal. You know, Americans appreciate China's rich culinary culture. Just excuse me for a second while I check the number here and figure out how much to give the waiter. Hmm, by the way, what do you do about tipping in China?
Lin: We don't .
Steven: No tipping? Now that's what I call a civilized system.
Lin: At hotels and some restaurants they add a service charge to the bill, but other than that , tipping isn't customary.
Steven: What about cab drivers and porters?
Lin: In a cab you just pay what it says on the meter. I generally tip hotel porters 10 yuan per bag, but in first-class hotels they're instructed not to accept gratuities.
Steven: You'd have a revolution on your hands if you tried to introduce that sort of system here. | Steven buys Lin a magnificent dinner in America and they then talk about the tipping culture in China and America. |
test_642 | 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. | Georgette is ordering food in Beijing Tasty Restaurant and Georgette tells Auria to get the food ready in 20 minutes. |
test_643 | Nessa: Hi, Ann, welcome back. How's your trip to the states?
Ann: Very busy. I had a lot of meetings. So, of course, I didn't have much time to see New York.
Nessa: What a pity. Actually I have a trip there myself next week.
Ann: Do you? Then take my advice. Do the well-being in the air program. It really works.
Nessa: Oh, I read about that in a magazine. You say it works?
Ann: Yes. I did the program on the flight to the States. And when I arrived in New York, I didn't have any problem. No jet leg at all. On the way back I didn't do it, and I felt terrible.
Nessa: You are joking.
Ann: Not at all. It really made a lot of difference.
Nessa: Hmm...So, what did you do?
Ann: Well, I didn't drink any alcohol or coffee and I didn't eat any meat or rich food. I drink a lot of water and fruit juice and I eat the meals on the well-being menu. They are lighter. They have fish, vegetables and noodles, for example. And I did some of the exercises in the program.
Nessa: Exercises? On a plane?
Ann: Yes. I didn't do many, of course. There isn't much space on the plane.
Nessa: How many passengers did the exercises?
Ann: Not many.
Nessa: And how much champagne did they drink?
Ann: A lot. It was more popular than mineral water.
Nessa: So, basically it's a choice. Mineral water and exercises or champagne and jet lag.
Ann: That's right. It's a difficult choice. | Ann suggests Nessa take well-being in the air programme including drinking mineral water and exercising so that Nessa could get over jet lag. |
test_644 | Ellie: What are you doing?
Rodolfo: I'm just looking at this map of the world. I'm preparing for a geography class.
Ellie: There are no countries marked on the map.
Rodolfo: No, there aren't. this map just show the geographical features. Look at the Himalayan plateau with the highest peaks in the world.
Ellie: The thing that I find most surprising is that most of the world is covered with water. Compared to the oceans, most countries are tiny.
Rodolfo: I find it incredible how millions of years of volcanic activity have created mountains thousands of metres tall.
Ellie: Rivers have created deep valleys and canyons like the grand canyon.
Rodolfo: The oceans and landscapes all influence our climate.
Ellie: It's all so interesting. I'll have to find more information about it on the internet. Or perhaps I should try and attend your geography class. | Ellie and Rodolfo are talking about a map of the world. They talk about geographical features and find geographical interesting. |
test_645 | Karl: Hi, my name's Karl. My wife and I are moving in next door.
Chuck Jones: Hello, Karl. I'm Chuck Jones. We're going to be neighbors.
Karl: I'm happy to meet you. It seems everyone in town is so friendly.
Chuck Jones: This is a small town, and we like to be neighborly. We know everyone who lives around here.
Karl: Well, I'm from Chicago. There are few people take the time to get to know their neighbors.
Chuck Jones: So, tell me, Karl, why did you come all the way to Minnesota to live?
Karl: We wanted to live in a more peaceful community and have more space. Another reason is, we can afford to buy a home here, but we can't in Chicago! | Karl and his wife moved to Minnesota and greet their friendly neighbour Chuck Jones and tells him why they moved here. |
test_646 | Jack: Jack, I think it's best that I actively ask for the results of interview.
Antin: That's a good idea! So you don't need to worry about it.
Jack: I think so, too. What do you think about that I write a letter of inquiry to the company?
Antin: It's OK. You could send an email to the employer via the internet.
Jack: Good idea. It is convenient and fast.
Antin: You could inquire about the results directly, but should be politely.
Jack: Certainly.
Antin: I think the letter of inquiry should be written briefly. If it's too long, I'm afraid the employer won't have time to read it.
Jack: I think that about one hundred words are enough.
Antin: After you send the letter of inquiry, you should pay close attention not to miss any reply.
Jack: OK, I know now. | Jack wants to know the result of a interview. Jack suggests writing a polite and brief email to the company. |
test_647 | Mayda: We're flying to Florida tomorrow to visit my grandmother. She's going to take me to Disney World.
Quintana: Will that be your first time there?
Mayda: Yes, but my grandmother goes every time someone visits her. She really knows her way around. | Mayda's grandmother will take Mayda to Disney World. |
test_648 | Dell: Here's your hot dog and beer. What happened? Did I miss anything?
Cal Ripen: Yeah, Cal Ripen just hit a home run.
Dell: What's the score?
Cal Ripen: Well it was 3 to 4, but Ripen's home run made it 5 to 4 since another player was on first base.
Dell: So Baltimore is winning?
Cal Ripen: Right.
Dell: This is a really great place to watch a baseball game.
Cal Ripen: Yeah, there isn't a bad seat in the place.
Dell: The fans are great here, too. Not like in Philadelphia.
Cal Ripen: It was a great idea to spend a day watching a game.
Dell: Yeah, it reminds you why they say baseball is America's favorite pastime. | Dell and Cal Ripen watch a baseball game with great fans in a comfortable place. |
test_649 | Ivy: Happy Birthday, this is for you, Brian.
Brian: I'm so happy you remember, please come in and enjoy the party. Everyone's here, I'm sure you have a good time.
Ivy: Brian, may I have a pleasure to have a dance with you?
Brian: Ok.
Ivy: This is really wonderful party.
Brian: Yes, you are always popular with everyone. and you look very pretty today.
Ivy: Thanks, that's very kind of you to say. I hope my necklace goes with my dress, and they both make me look good I feel.
Brian: You look great, you are absolutely glowing.
Ivy: Thanks, this is a fine party. We should have a drink together to celebrate your birthday | Ivy has a dance with Brian at Brian's birthday party. Brian thinks Ivy looks great and is popular. |
test_650 | Madam: Excuse me. What's happened? What plane takes off tonight?
Frazier: Sorry, Madam. The airport is closed. Planes won't take off until tomorrow morning.
Madam: What? Then where can we stay for the night?
Frazier: We've arranged the rooms for you in the airport hotel. Two passengers will share a room.
Madam: Em, that's too bad.
Frazier: Any problem, Madam?
Madam: Yes, I have a bad habit. I can't sleep without lights on.
Frazier: Oh, really? Just now a lady told me she had the same habit. | Frazier apologizes to Madam for the flight delay and arranges rooms for every passenger. |
test_651 | 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 is lost on the way to the school clinic. Elwin shows Maryl the correct direction. |
test_652 | Lorena: Is there anything I can do for you?
Orelle: Yes, I am looking for a skirt. What's in fashion now?
Lorena: This one is the latest. How do you like it?
Orelle: Well. Could I try it on?
Lorena: Sure.
Orelle: It's cute. The color suits my complexion. How much does it cost?
Lorena: 400 dollars.
Orelle: What? That's ridiculous! | Orelle likes a skirt at Lorena's store, but thinks it too expensive. |
test_653 | Renelle: Excuse me, sir. What would you like to eat, Chinese food or western food?
Thaddeus: I'd like to have Chinese food.
Renelle: Are you going to have this set course or have dinner in the dining room?
Thaddeus: Right here, please.
Renelle: Please put down the table in front of you. It's more comfortable that way.
Thaddeus: Oh, thank you. So nice you are.
Renelle: It's my pleasure. What would you like to drink, milk, tea, coffee, orange juice or iced water?
Thaddeus: I want a cup of bean milk. Do you have any?
Renelle: Yes, here you are. Enjoy your meal.
Thaddeus: Thanks a lot. Oh, excuse me. Can I take two value meals? And I want some chili paste.
Renelle: OK, enjoy yourself, sir.
Thaddeus: Oh, sorry to bother you. I want to know what kind of meat it is.
Renelle: It is beef. Do you like it?
Thaddeus: That's OK. Thanks very much.
Renelle: You are welcome. Please press that button if you need any help.
Thaddeus: OK. | Thaddeus orders Chinese food and asks for two value meals. |
test_654 | Isidore: Is there anything wrong?
Celestyn: I'm worried about my daughter. She can't decide about college.
Isidore: Don't worry. That's just a part of being a teenager.
Celestyn: I don't mind that. But she disagrees with me about everything.
Isidore: You should encourage her to make up her mind by herself. You shouldn't affect her decision.
Celestyn: But I just want to give her some tips.
Isidore: Oh, she can make her own decisions. | Isidore advises Celestyn to let Celestyn's daughter make her own decisions instead of worrying about her. |
test_655 | Delilah: Thank you for showing me your offices, Mr. Becker. I can see why Washington bureaucrats enjoy their jobs.
Mr. Becker: Why do you say that?
Delilah: The city is beautiful, the off . . . , the offices are modern and comfortable, and the work is so interesting.
Mr. Becker: Many people work for the federal government their entire adult lives. Government service can be a rewarding and secure career.
Delilah: Do you mean financially rewarding?
Mr. Becker: Well, many positions pay salaries that are comparable to those in private industries.
Delilah: I've always thought that most bureaucrats are lazy.
Mr. Becker: Sometimes that's true, but not usually. Most feds are honest, hard-working professionals. It's hard to keep highly trained people, so the pay and working conditions have to be attractive.
Delilah: How much do you make?
Mr. Becker: I'm a GS-15. That's high on the scale of workers, but even a GS-1 is paid a living wage. | Delilah visits Mr. Becker's office and Mr. Becker introduces Delilah some facts of people working for the federal government. |
test_656 | Catherine: Hey, Tom, did you enjoy your lunch?
Tom: Oh, don't mention it. It was terrible.
Catherine: What'the matter?
Tom: The food station was as crowded as usual. I waited for 20 minutes for my sandwich, and when I finally got it the chicken was underdone.
Catherine: I see. You simply can't blame the server for this.
Tom: Yes, I know. Fast food is so popular in this district.
Catherine: That's true.
Tom: Anyway, how was your such, Catherine?
Catherine: It was good. I brough lunch from home today.
Tom: You did? I thought you must feel right at home here as we get as many fast food restaurants as you do in America.
Catherine: Well, I personally don't like then because i don't believe they are healthy.
Tom: I guess you're right. More often than not, people go there only for convenience. The foods may taste good, but generally speaking, they are high in calories, salt and fat.
Catherine: Yes. I am wondering that you must believe fast food is your lifestyle, don't you?
Tom: You bet. Almost all top brands such as McDonald's and KFC are from America.
Catherine: Well, actually two-thirds of Americans may avoid these places.
Tom: Seriously?
Catherine: Yeah, it's hard to believe but true. | Tom complains about his unhappy lunch experience in the fast-food restaurant while Catherine enjoyed her home-made meal. Catherin doesn't like fast food and says most Americans avoid it too. |
test_657 | Marlo: Hello, there. What can we do for you today?
Jeremias: I received some leaflets in the post from you, one of them talked about a new service you have where you can transfer money between this bank and securities companies. Is that right?
Marlo: Yes, that's right. We have just introduced the program, but it's very popular already.
Jeremias: I also read that if the customer is a stock investor, which I am, it's possible to get additional benefits?
Marlo: Right again. We can provide a tailored consultation service for you, giving you the latest quotes from the Stock Exchange and help you to plan what exactly you do with your investments.
Jeremias: What if I don't want to come in to the branch, can I use the consultation service over the phone?
Marlo: Certainly, Sir. Via phone or Internet, any time, any place. | Jeremias wants to know about a new financial program. Marlo can provide a tailored consultation service for him over the phone or Internet. |
test_658 | Shaw: What do you think of my new suit?
Dyane: Not bad. It reminds me of the one I saw at the new department store last week. Did you get it there?
Shaw: No, I got it in that big shopping center. It cost me only $ 150.
Dyane: Well, I don't think it's a good bargain. | Shaw's new suit cost $150. Dyane doesn't think it's a good bargain. |
test_659 | Nonah: This is Manager Liang's office, what can I do for you?
Wang Miao: This is Wang Miao from AB company speaking. Our CEO Mr. Green has an appointment with Mr. Liang tomorrow morning. But there is a minor change in tomorrow's schedule. Mr. Green has an abrupt urgent case tomorrow and he has to go abroad today. He wanted me to convey his apology to Mr. Liang.
Nonah: OK! I'll tell him.
Wang Miao: And Mr. Green will make another appointment when Mr. Liang comes back.
Nonah: Ok! Thanks for calling.
Wang Miao: Bye!
Nonah: Bye! | Wang Miao informs Nonah of the change of Manager Liang and Mr. Green's appointment. |
test_660 | Brook: Alright, we need to have a plan here. First of all, which bed do you want?
Dave: Well, everybody wants the bottom bunk. Why don't we flip a coin for it?
Brook: Alright. Do you have a coin?
Dave: Yes. Here's a quarter. I flip it, you call it in the air.
Brook: Heads.
Dave: Sorry, it's tails. You lose.
Brook: Oh, well. So you get the bottom bunk. What about our stereos? It looks like we both brought our stereos. Probably we only have room for one.
Dave: Your stereo is better than mine. Do you mind if we use yours?
Brook: No, I don't mind. I just don't know where we can put the speakers in this tiny room.
Dave: Probably we can put one on that counter. And we can put one on the floor by the bed. Over there.
Brook: Alright. That's a good plan. What about the desks? We have two desks, one by the window and one by the door? Which one do you want?
Dave: Well, the desk by the window is nicer, of course. Don't you think?
Brook: Yes, I agree.
Dave: So since I got the bottom bunk, why don't you get the desk by the window? That would be more fair.
Brook: Alright.
Dave: I mean, we could flip a coin for it, but I would probably win again. I'm incredibly lucky you know. Especially with girls.
Brook: Is that right?
Dave: Yes, that's right.
Brook: Well, I hope you let me hang out with you then. Maybe I can learn from you.
Dave: Oh, certainly. Certainly. I'm always willing to help beginners. Just call me Big Brother Dave.
Brook: Are all lucky people so stuck up?
Dave: C'mon, don't take it seriously! I'm just kidding.
Brook: Anyway, I get the desk by the window, you get the bottom bunk. That's it.
Dave: Why don't we start unpacking these boxes?
Brook: I will go get something to eat. You unpack first. Then, when I come back, I'll unpack.
Dave: Alright. See you later. | Brook and Dave initiate a plan to divide the furniture in the room. Brook takes the bottom bunk by flipping a coin whereas Brook takes the better stereos and the nicer desk. |
test_661 | Malinda: The air conditioning is not working! We need to call a handyman before we start to fry in here!
Dan: Dan is on top of that. I think they are also getting the handyman to fix the bathroom toilet that keeps clogging up.
Malinda: That would be convenient. They might as well ask him to fix the electrical wiring. The circuit breakers keep going out all the time. It's really annoying!
Dan: Yeah you are right. This office is falling apart! Frank told me the other day that the gutters outside were clogged and that's why the parking lot was flooded.
Malinda: I know! I was in ankle deep water trying to get to my car that day! The handyman definitely has his work cut out for him. | Malinda and Dan think they need a handyman to fix the air conditioning, toilet, electrical wiring and gutters. |
test_662 | Gail: May I help you?
Hymie: Yes. I have to stay in your cry for just one day, can you suggest a short tour?
Gail: Are you interested in the natural landscape or the human landscape?
Hymie: I would prefer the first one.
Gail: Sure. We have a one-day trip along the river. It's quite beautiful. | Gail suggests a tour according to Hymie's preference. |
test_663 | Ellie: What are you doing?
Rodolfo: I'm just looking at this map of the world. I'm preparing for a geography class.
Ellie: There are no countries marked on the map.
Rodolfo: No, there aren't. this map just show the geographical features. Look at the Himalayan plateau with the highest peaks in the world.
Ellie: The thing that I find most surprising is that most of the world is covered with water. Compared to the oceans, most countries are tiny.
Rodolfo: I find it incredible how millions of years of volcanic activity have created mountains thousands of metres tall.
Ellie: Rivers have created deep valleys and canyons like the grand canyon.
Rodolfo: The oceans and landscapes all influence our climate.
Ellie: It's all so interesting. I'll have to find more information about it on the internet. Or perhaps I should try and attend your geography class. | Rodolfo is looking at a world map to prepare for a geography class. Ellie and Rodolfo talk about geographical features. |
test_664 | Britt: Thank you for organizing this great baby shower for me! I'Ve always been to baby showers but never actually had one held for me! Let's get started!
Tiebout: Ok, let's start opening some presents!
Britt: Oh look! What a great little bib for the baby! This will definitely come in handy! Oh wow, you also got me a stroller! That's so great! Thank you!
Tiebout: This next one is from Betty.
Britt: A highchair and car seat! Wow Betty, thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
Tiebout: One more from Carla.
Britt: A playpen and crib! Thanks Carla! This is just what I needed!
Tiebout: OK, that's all of them. No more gifts. Now who wants to guess when the baby is due?
Britt: Umm. I think my water just broke! Get me to a hospital! | Tiebout organized a great baby shower for Britt. Britt receives many gifts. Britt's water broke. |
test_665 | Natassia: Your luggage is over 8 kilograms.
Nissy: Really? What can I do?
Natassia: You have to pay the excess luggage charge, please.
Nissy: OK. Can you give me a fragile label?
Natassia: Sure. Here you are. Attach the label to your luggage and put your bag here. | Natassia will pays for the overweight luggage. |
test_666 | Marta: Can I help you?
Jennie: Yes, would you mind telling me something about the house?
Marta: Well, it has a nice living room, a large dining room and three comfortable bedrooms.
Jennie: It sounds good. What about the kitchen?
Marta: Oh, it is quite modern. It has a fridge, an electric stove and a dishwasher.
Jennie: Are there any washrooms?
Marta: Yes, of course. There are two washrooms in the house, which are convenient for you. | Marta is introducing a house to Jennie, which has a living room, a dining room, a kitchen, two washrooms, and three bedrooms. |
test_667 | Amy: Jimmy, I called you yesterday, but you didn't pick up.
Jimmy: I'm sorry Amy, I came home very late yesterday evening because Jennie and Bill invited me for a picnic.
Amy: Oh, how lovely, did you enjoy yourself?
Jimmy: Yes, I had a great time.
Amy: When did you go to have the picnic?
Jimmy: Jenny and Bill came in their car at about 9:00 o'clock in the morning and we left soon afterwards.
Amy: And where did you go for the picnic?
Jimmy: We went to Beihai Park.
Amy: Oh, it's lovely in Beihai Park at this time of year.
Jimmy: Yes, it was sunny and there were lots of people, we had lunch near the river. Then, after lunch. We went for a walk along the river and looked at the beautiful view there.
Amy: What did you do then?
Jimmy: We had a drink in a bar there and made some friends, we played cards and laughed, then we started to drive home. It took us a long time to arrive home because there was a lot of traffic on the road.
Amy: Well, that was a lovely day.
Jimmy: That's right. So why did you call me?
Amy: Oh, I wanted to give your book back, so are you free now?
Jimmy: Ok, let's meet at the cafe downstairs in 30 minutes.
Amy: Well, see you then. | Jimmy didn't pick up a phone call from Amy because Jimmy was having a fun picnic. Amy will meet him later to return his book. |
test_668 | Forster: Hi! What are you watching?
Antin: It's a program about islam. It's very interesting.
Forster: Wow! So many people! Where are they and what are they doing?
Antin: They are muslims on a pilgrimage to mecca. Muslims call this pilgrimage 'haj'.
Forster: Why do they go there?
Antin: 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.
Forster: When muslims pray, they face towards mecca.
Antin: That's right. Unfortunately, so many people go on the haj each year that there are often stamped and people get killed.
Forster: I heard about that. The pilgrims must walk around a large, sacred black stone.
Antin: 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.
Forster: Pilgrimages are common in many faiths.
Antin: Yes. In England, Christian pilgrims might go to Canterbury and many Christians go to the Vatican on pilgrimages.
Forster: Isn't there a place in france where people go to get healed?
Antin: I think that place is Lourdes. There are many stories of people being healed after visiting there.
Forster: Do you think that there is something magical about that place?
Antin: 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. | Forster and Antin talk about pilgrims around the world, including Muslims' pilgrimage to mecca and Christians' pilgrimage to Canterbury or Vatican. Antin thinks faith heals people instead of magical places. |
test_669 | Sterling: Hi, Walter!
Walter: Hi, Sterling!
Sterling: What do you think of our new teacher?
Walter: Professor Wood? I think he's a brilliant scientist.
Sterling: You're got a point there. But do you think he's a little absent-minded?
Walter: I guess so. | Walter and Sterling think Professor Wood is brilliant but absent-minded. |
test_670 | Alyse: I'm coming to pick up my ticket. This is my reservation note.
Isidore: Your reservation is right. Please get a ticket booking form from there and fill it.
Alyse: Here you are. How much is the ticket?
Isidore: $ 800.
Alyse: Can I pay by card?
Isidore: Surely of course. Give me your card please. | Alyse wants to pick up a ticket at Isidore's and pays by card. |
test_671 | Alley: Does your country export a lot of natural resources?
Sher: We export some coal to European countries, but our biggest exports is copper, which we export to Europe, north America, and China.
Alley: Which resources do you have to import?
Sher: We import a little oil from Venezuela, but we are fairly self-sufficient. We import some iron and a lot of aluminium from neighbouring countries.
Alley: I heard that you country recently discovered deposits of precious stone.
Sher: Yes, that's right. So far, only small deposits have been found. Engineers in my country are focusing on drilling for oil. The government is keen to exploit our natural resources to get money to improve our country.
Alley: If your government invests in your country's infrastructure, it will be money well spent.
Sher: Yes. We need to put the money into long-term projects rather than wasting it on short-term ones. | Sher talks about Sher's country's importing and exporting natural resources and the new-found deposits of precious stone. Alley thinks the government in Sher's country should invest in infrastructure. Sher agrees. |
test_672 | Pamela: Are you enjoying your trip to New Orleans?
Gwendolen: Oh, yes. I really like it here.
Pamela: Would you like to do something tonight?
Gwendolen: Sure. I'd love to.
Pamela: Let's see. Have you been to a jazz club yet?
Gwendolen: Yes. I've already been to several clubs here.
Pamela: OK. What about an evening riverboat tour?
Gwendolen: Uh, actually, I've gone twice this week.
Pamela: So, what do you want to do?
Gwendolen: Well, I haven't been to the theater in a long time.
Pamela: Oh, OK. I hear there's a terrific show at the Sanger Theater.
Gwendolen: Great! Let's make a reservation. | Pamela and Gwendolen are talking about what to do tonight and they finally decide to go to watch a show. |
test_673 | George: You look pale, Stephanie. What's wrong?
Stephanie: I don't feel good. I have a bad headache. In fact, I haven't got much sleep this past week and I feel really tired.
George: Why don't you go to see a doctor?
Stephanie: Yeah, I think I should but I have a report due tomorrow. Miss Jenkins needs it for the board meeting next Monday.
George: Well, it's Wednesday today. Why don't you talk to Miss Jenkins and ask if you can hand it in on Friday morning?
Stephanie: Maybe I should try. I guess I just need a good sleep. Thanks, George.
George: If you need any help with the report, just let me know. | Stephanie has a headache but doesn't see a doctor because of the report due and George is willing to help with the report and suggests she ask the board for more time |
test_674 | Katinka: You're finally here! What took so long?
Dedra: I got stuck in traffic again. There was a terrible traffic jam near the Carrefour intersection.
Katinka: It's always rather congested down there during rush hour. Maybe you should try to find a different route to get home.
Dedra: I don't think it can be avoided, to be honest.
Katinka: perhaps it would be better if you started taking public transport system to work.
Dedra: I think it's something that I'll have to consider. The public transport system is pretty good.
Katinka: It would be better for the environment, too.
Dedra: I know. I feel bad about how much my car is adding to the pollution problem in this city.
Katinka: Taking the subway would be a lot less stressful than driving as well.
Dedra: The only problem is that I'm going to really miss having the freedom that you have with a car.
Katinka: Well, when it's nicer outside, you can start biking to work. That will give you just as much freedom as your car usually provides.
Dedra: That's true. I could certainly use the exercise!
Katinka: So, are you going to quit driving to work then?
Dedra: Yes, it's not good for me or for the environment. | Dedra arrives late because of traffic jam. Katinka persuades Dedra to use public transportations to keep healthy and to protect the environment. |
test_675 | Herculie: Is that the Japanese Restaurant?
Noelyn: Speaking. May I help you?
Herculie: What kind of food do you serve?
Noelyn: We serve a great variety of popular Japanese dishes in set courses, and also many meat dishes.
Herculie: I see. That sounds fine. Until what time are you open?
Noelyn: We are open until 10 but our last order for dinner is at 9:30 pm.
Herculie: Fine. We'll be there before that time.
Noelyn: Thank you, sir. We look forward to welcoming you. | Herculie calls Noelyn's restaurant to ask about the food and opening hours. |
test_676 | Kaylil: Nowadays, ships and boats are no longer so important in transportation as they used to be.
Sterne: True. With the extension of railways and highways, and the improvement of safety and capacity of airplanes, ships and boats have been giving place to trains, planes and automobiles.
Kaylil: I read in the newspapers that the passenger liners from Shanghai to Ningpo and Dalian have been out of business ; and the liners up and down the Yangtze River have been reduced by 70 %.
Sterne: The pace of life of people is now getting faster and faster, so the speed of ships and boats seems to be so slow. I think it may be the reason why people don't like to travel by boat.
Kaylil: But the most of the transoceanic cargo transportation is still carried by boat. | Sterne explains alternatives of sea transportation but Kaylil addresses the importance of boat in transoceanic cargo transportation. |
test_677 | Kerianne: How many languages can you speak?
Chinese: Besides Chinese, I can speak English and French.
Kerianne: You mean you can read and write both of them?
Chinese: No, I can only carry on a simple conversation in French.
Kerianne: Can you read and write English well?
Chinese: I can speak the language better than I read and write.
Kerianne: Do you speak the language well enough to communicate with people of English-speaking countries?
Chinese: I think so. I used to be an interpreter.
Kerianne: Do you think your English is good enough to do desk work?
Chinese: The amount of English I know enables me to do general desk work. I believe what I know is sufficient to work in an American firm. | Kerianne asks Chinese about Chinese's mastery of English and French. Chinese says Chinese's English competence is sufficient to work in an American firm. |
test_678 | 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. | As not reconfirming recently, Janna cannot take the reserved air ticket. |
test_679 | Conney: Can I help you?
Lotty: I'd like to buy a new mobile phone please.
Conney: Ok, would you like a phone with camera and MP3 player?
Lotty: Yes please. And I'd like to be able to make video calls too. | Lotty wants to buy a new mobile phone from Conney. |
test_680 | 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 stayed up and he's tired now. |
test_681 | Jermayne: Okay, next question. If Eric asked you out on a date, what would you say?
Dorita: Duh! I would say yes! Eric is the most popular kid in school! Okay, my turn. What would you do if you won the lottery?
Jermayne: Let's see. . . If I won the lottery, I would buy two tickets for a trip around the world.
Dorita: If you buy me a ticket I will go with you for sure!
Jermayne: My dad will freak out if I even mention a trip like that!
Dorita: Alright this is a good one. What would your mom say if you told her you are going to get married?
Jermayne: If I told her that, she would faint and have me committed! | Jermayne and Dorita are asking each other some imaginary questions. |
test_682 | Sylvan: What's the matter with this computer?
Vin: I don't know, but it just doesn't work well. Whenever I start it, it stops running.
Sylvan: Have you asked Mr. Li for some advice?
Vin: Yes, I have, but he doesn't seem to be able to solve the problem, either. Can you help me?
Sylvan: Me? I know nothing more than playing computer games.
Vin: What shall I do? I have to finish this report this afternoon, but...
Sylvan: But why don't you ring up the repairmen? They will be able to settle the problem.
Vin: Yes, I'll ring them up. | Vin finds that the computer has stopped running. Sylvan suggests Vin ring up the repairmen. |
test_683 | Quincey: Taxi! Taxi!
Sid: Where to, sir?
Quincey: I'd like to go to the railway station please.
Sid: Please hop in.
Quincey: Is it a long run to the station?
Sid: It'll take about 20 minutes.
Quincey: The streets are heavy with traffic at this time of a day, are they?
Sid: Yes, they are.
Quincey: Is it the rush hour now?
Sid: Yes, it is. Are you in a hurry sir?
Quincey: No, I'm not. Would you please drive slowly and carefully?
Sid: Yes, sir. | Quincey stops a taxi to the railway station and asks the driver to be slow and careful. |
test_684 | 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. | Alyssa borrows 200 yuan from Fred and will give it back when having money. |
test_685 | Shaw: What do you think of my new suit?
Dyane: Not bad. It reminds me of the one I saw at the new department store last week. Did you get it there?
Shaw: No, I got it in that big shopping center. It cost me only $ 150.
Dyane: Well, I don't think it's a good bargain. | Dyane thinks Shaw's new suit is not worthwhile. |
test_686 | Orella: Tina, how long have you been learning the piano?
Tina: For 8 years. I began to play when I was 7. My father found a teacher for me who is from the UK.
Orella: Ah, are you still learning it from that teacher?
Tina: Yes, I go to her home every Saturday.
Orella: No wonder you can play so well.
Tina: Yes, my teacher is very excellent and she has won many awards.
Orella: Good. Could you please introduce me to her? I also want to learn from her.
Tina: Sure. Come with me this Saturday.
Orella: Thank you very much. | Tina plays the piano well because of her excellent teacher and she agrees to introduce Orella to her teacher . |
test_687 | Obie: All right. I want to bring everybody back on this subject. When can we start working on this?
Webster: Well, we could probably get started with a preparatory meeting this afternoon at 2:00.
Obie: I tell you what, 2:00 is not available for me, but you can get started and I'll come by at around 3:00
Webster: That's fine with me. How much time are we going to have to work on this?
Obie: Perhaps one year, I'm not sure. | Obie and Webster will start a preparation meeting at 3:00. The project may run a year. |
test_688 | 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 the sandalwood fans. Madam buys two small ones and a big one. |
test_689 | 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 comes across Donni on the way to the gym, and they stop to talk about exercise habits. Unlike Laura, Donni prefers other exercises over going to the gym. |
test_690 | Angie: Can you help me do an internet search?
Percy: Sure. What do you want to find?
Angie: I want to find information on World War Two.
Percy: Well, can you be more specific? There are a lot of websites about that.
Angie: Yes, I want to know about the Normandy Landing.
Percy: Ok. Well, go to www. google. com, and type in Normandy Landing.
Angie: Oh, wow! There are lot of sites.
Percy: Here, try this one. It's a good site about Normandy Landing.
Angie: Thanks.
Percy: For ditailed information, however, you should read a history book.
Angie: Thanks. If I am interested, I'll go to the library. | Angie wants some online information about the Normandy Landing, Percy teaches Angie how to google it. |
test_691 | James: Hello, are you Muriel Douglas?
Muriel Douglas: Yes, and you must be James. It's nice to meet you at long last.
James: Yes, you too. Thanks for agreeing to meet with us about the new account. My associate, Susan Kim, should be here any minute. Would you like something to drink while we're waiting?
Muriel Douglas: No, thanks. I'm fine. Did you have a nice holiday?
James: Yes, I did. My family and I went to Tahoe to ski and the weather was great. How about you?
Muriel Douglas: I stayed in L. A. and it was sunny the entire weekend. We spent most of the time at home but we did go see King Kong on Christmas day.
James: How did you like it?
Muriel Douglas: It was better than I expected. But, you know, I think I would have enjoyed skiing in Tahoe even better. Do you go there often?
James: No, not much. My wife doesn't like to ski. She prefers vacationing where it's warmer, like Hawaii.
Muriel Douglas: I don't blame her. I really enjoyed it there when we went a few years ago. I'd like to go back sometime soon.
James: Yes, me too. Oh, here's Susan now. Let me introduce you. | James and Muriel are talking while waiting for Susan, Muriel's associate. They talk about how they spent the holiday with their families. |
test_692 | Doralynn: What makes you think you are able to do the job?
Valera: My major is Automobile Designing and I have received my master's degree in science. I think I can do it well.
Doralynn: What kind of work were you responsible for in the past employment?
Valera: I am a student engineer who mainly took charge of understanding of the mechanical strength and corrosion resistance of various materials. | Doralynn is interviewing Valera about Valera's ability and previous experience. |
test_693 | Otis: Excuse me, how can I get special discount coupons?
Lyda: Buy more and get more special discount coupons.
Otis: Can I get a discount coupon if I buy these goods?
Lyda: Of course You get a coupon for every 3 bags of sugar.
Otis: But how much discount can I get if I use it to buy goods next time?
Lyda: 10 pence off if you use this coupon.
Otis: Can I buy everything in the supermarket by it? .
Lyda: Yeah, you need to take advantage of it within its expiry date.
Otis: How long can I keep it?
Lyda: The coupon can be used at least one year.
Otis: I see. I will take 9 bags of sugar so that I can get 3 coupons.
Lyda: All right. I will get them for you. | Lyda answers Otis's questions about getting special discount coupons and how to use them. |
test_694 | Mary: You look terrible, did you have a car accident?
Eba: Well, not exactly. This morning I went to deliver milk, and the garden gate of No. 12 was locked. There was a note on the door of the house, and I thought I couldn't read it from where I was.
Mary: What happened next?
Eba: I jumped over the fence and went towards the door. And suddenly, as I was trying to read that note, a huge dog rushed at me. I started running as fast as I could, but I didn't see that...
Mary: What?
Eba: The big branch of the tree near the garden gate. I knocked into it.
Mary: What about the dog?
Eba: Thank God, it didn't jump over the fence, but stayed in the garden barking loudly.
Mary: It reminds me of a movie. A dog running after someone and...
Eba: Stop it, Mary. It isn't that funny. | Eba shares with Mary the terrible experience this morning. Eba was run after by a dog and knocked into a tree. |
test_695 | Angela: Hello
Celestina: Hi Angela, it's Dan.
Angela: Hi Dan. How are you?
Celestina: Good.
Angela: I called you yesterday. Did you get my message?
Celestina: Yes, I was taking a shower when you called. I saw that you called and I tried to call you back, but I think your phone was off.
Angela: No problem. I wanted to remind you that my friend is getting married next week. You're still coming to the wedding with me, right?
Celestina: Oh, is that next week?
Angela: Yes. Did you forget?
Celestina: No, of course not. I already bought them a present.
Angela: That's good. I want to invite Megan also. Next time you see her, can you tell her for me.
Celestina: Sure. Does she know your friend?
Angela: Yes, I think they might have gone to the same college or something like that. I'm not exactly sure how they know each other.
Celestina: Are we all going to drive together?
Angela: Yes. I'll pick you up first, and then we'll go get Megan. | Angela calls to remind Dan that they are going to the wedding of her friend next week and asks him to invite Megan. The three of them will go together. |
test_696 | Steven: Mr. Sellers? It's Steven speaking, your tenant. We've just suffered a power failure. What should I do now?
Mr. Sellers: All right, Steven. Do you have a flashlight?
Steven: Yes, I do.
Mr. Sellers: OK, now go down to the basement and find the circuit box. Open it and check if there are any fuses blown out.
Steven: How do I know if it's blown out?
Mr. Sellers: You'll see it's black and has burnt smell.
Steven: Then what shall I do?
Mr. Sellers: Unscrew the burnt fuses and replace them with the good ones. You can find them on the rack in the basement.
Steven: OK, I'll try. I'll call you again if that doesn't work. | Mr. Sellers instructs Steven to solve the power failure by replacing bad fuses. |
test_697 | Tiena: Good evening. How many people of your party?
Gwynne: Three. Two adults and one kid.
Tiena: For buffet?
Gwynne: Yes. How much do you charge for it?
Tiena: Thirty for each adult, twenty each kid.
Gwynne: I see. Where can I get the food?
Tiena: Please go to the tables over there for cold dishes and vegetables. The hot dishes are on the other side.
Gwynne: Do I need to pay extra charges for drinks like cola and juice?
Tiena: Not for soft drinks. But we charge ten yuan for each alcohol order. | Gwynne tells Tiena the charge policy at Gwynne's buffet. |
test_698 | 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. | Georgette comes to a restaurant and orders some food, waiting for a friend. |
test_699 | Antonia: May, do you mind helping me prepare for the picnic?
May: Sure. Have you checked the weather report?
Antonia: Yes. It says it will be sunny all day. No sign of rain at all. This is your father's favorite sausage. Sandwiches for you and Daniel.
May: No, thanks Mom. I'd like some toast and chicken wings.
Antonia: Okay. Please take some fruit salad and crackers for me.
May: Done. Oh, don't forget to take napkins disposable plates, cups and picnic blanket.
Antonia: All set. May, can you help me take all these things to the living room?
May: Yes, madam.
Antonia: Ask Daniel to give you a hand?
May: No, mom, I can manage it by myself. His help just causes more trouble. | Mom asks May to help to prepare for the picnic and May agrees. |
test_700 | Dodie: What do you know about our company?
Erinn: Well, as I know this company is one of the largest and best in this field of business. It mainly produces toys for children. It employs more than 10, 000 people throughout the world. The president now is Mr. Jackson. The Shanghai branch was founded five years ago with a staff of more than 2, 000.
Dodie: Very good. If you enter this company, what department would you like to work in?
Erinn: May I work in sales department?
Dodie: OK. Oh, how much do you make at your current job, if you don't mind my asking?
Erinn: I'm paid 2, 000 yuan per month plus some allowances and bonus as that come to about 3, 000 yuan a month. How much will you pay me?
Dodie: Well, the starting salary for a clerk in our company is 2, 500 yuan monthly and after three months he would get a raise if his work is satisfactory.
Erinn: Do you have any fringe benefits?
Dodie: Sure, we provide semi-annual bonus, a small bonus at Spring Festival, four weeks paid vacation a year.
Erinn: How about insurance and full health insurance?
Dodie: We can buy that for you.
Erinn: That sounds good. | Dodie interviews Erinn about the understanding of this company, personal preference, and salary expectation. Erinn asks about the fringe benefits. |
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