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test_901 | 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. | Jill is going through an annual physical examination to apply for new health insurance, and Jill asks Whitaker to look into the breathing. |
test_902 | 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 for his opinion on second-hand goods and Tom suggested Bryn being careful. |
test_903 | 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's flight to New York has been cancelled and he is anxious. Erica will help Jerrome to book a tomorrow's flight with 50 % discount. |
test_904 | Ben: I really should be on my way.
Ella: Oh, don't go yet. Let's at least have one more.
Ben: No, thank you. I can't.
Ella: It's too bad that you have to leave so early.
Ben: Thank you very much. I had a really good time.
Ella: Thanks for coming! We should meet again sometime soon.
Ben: That would be great! Actually, can I get your phone number, Ella? That's assuming you don't mind if I call you sometime.
Ella: Anytime. You can reach me 5558929.
Ben: ok, got it. I'll call you sometime next week.
Ella: Fine.
Ben: It's time to go and I hope we can get together again soon.
Ella: I hope so, too. Bye! Ben. | Ella and Ben had a good time together. Ella gives phone number to Ben before Ben leaves. |
test_905 | Darlene: Hi, Dan, I'm calling to check on that order of 100 computers were the tenth of September. However, it has been delayed for 2 days.
Dan: Yes, I know. I mean to call you and tell you that the factory is short of hands at the moment. They say they can get the order to you by the eighteenth.
Darlene: Oh, that's too late. If you can give me Steve's phone number, I'll call him and tell him about this. Do you have his number handy?
Dan: Yes, it's 87506638.
Darlene: Sorry, is that double 6 or double 3?
Dan: Double 6.
Darlene: I suppose he can't really complain. Those computers are a bargain.
Dan: Exactly. A few days, it shouldn't make that much difference. Thanks for understanding, Darlene.
Darlene: No problem. | Darlen calls Dan to check the delayed order of computers. Dan explains to her the reason for the delay. Darlene decides to talk to Steven. |
test_906 | 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 talk about the difference in table etiquette in China. They both feel hazy about Chinese table etiquette and wrong use of chopsticks can lead to people's enrage. |
test_907 | Jacquie: Hey there, how are you doing?
Jade: I am great. How are you?
Jacquie: Well, I got laid off, and I'm looking for work.
Jade: Yeah, me too! What are you thinking you would like to do?
Jacquie: Right now, I'll take about anything that will pay the mortgage.
Jade: Have you gone out on any interviews so far?
Jacquie: I went out on one interview, but I haven't heard back from them.
Jade: Did you see the posting for the electrician apprentice program?
Jacquie: You know, I saw that and it looks pretty good!
Jade: Let's go check it out again! | Jacquie and Jade talk about their interviews after a lay-off and think about the electrician apprentice program. |
test_908 | Derrick: Brian, do you know how to speak English?
Brian: Yes.
Derrick: Where did you learn?
Brian: I learned in college.
Derrick: You speak really well.
Brian: Thank you.
Derrick: How long have you been in the U. S.?
Brian: 3 weeks.
Derrick: Is your wife with you?
Brian: Yes, she just got here yesterday.
Derrick: Have you been to California before?
Brian: No. I've never been there.
Derrick: Have you ever been to Las Vegas?
Brian: Yes. I went there once on a business trip. | Brian tells Derrick that he learned English in college and he went to Las Vegas on a business trip. |
test_909 | Stirling: Did the children enjoy the holiday camp or were they all homesick?
Paula-Grace: Well, I must admit some of the younger kids were a little bit unhappy, because they've never been away on their own before and didn't know some of the other kids. But soon they recovered. By the last day, they didn't want to go home because they were having such a great time.
Stirling: What sort of things did you do with them?
Paula-Grace: Well, there were some trips, including a visit to the Holyrood, the Castle. That was what we did on the first day. I think they were expecting it to be rather boring, especially when they heard they were having a guided tour. But they were wrong. The guide was very interesting. He told them some interesting stories of Edinburgh and really made the history of the Edinburgh castle come alive.
Stirling: I can imagine. What sort of sports activities did they do?
Paula-Grace: Ceiling, climbing, horse-riding and the like. And on the last day, we had a barbeque, which was their favorite. The kids enjoyed it very much. They all promised to come and get together again next year. | Paula-Grace tells the trips and sports activities of the holiday camp to Stirling. The kids enjoyed camp and would like to go next year. |
test_910 | Carry: Mom, I've got something to tell you.
Mom: So, please!
Carry: Aunt Jane buys a new bike for Tom. He is putting on grand airs.
Mom: I bought you a new one last year. Isn't it handsome?
Carry: It is great. But Tom's bike is so much better than mine.
Mom: Frankly, he is more well-behaved than you.
Carry: Nothing of that sort!
Mom: Why hasn't the bus come yet? Every morning we have to wait for so long.
Carry: Mom, it's OK. I will buy a big car one day. It is faster than the bus.
Mom: Really? I am looking forward to that. What about the traffic?
Carry: Let me see. Yes. I will buy a plane for you. There is no traffic up there. | Carry wants a new bike from Mom, but she refuses. Carry promises to buy a plane for Mom. |
test_911 | Ben: I really should be on my way.
Ella: Oh, don't go yet. Let's at least have one more.
Ben: No, thank you. I can't.
Ella: It's too bad that you have to leave so early.
Ben: Thank you very much. I had a really good time.
Ella: Thanks for coming! We should meet again sometime soon.
Ben: That would be great! Actually, can I get your phone number, Ella? That's assuming you don't mind if I call you sometime.
Ella: Anytime. You can reach me 5558929.
Ben: ok, got it. I'll call you sometime next week.
Ella: Fine.
Ben: It's time to go and I hope we can get together again soon.
Ella: I hope so, too. Bye! Ben. | Ben and Ella had a good time. Ben will call Ella next week. |
test_912 | Lyndsey: What does your sister look like, Mike?
Mike: Well, she's tall and pretty.
Lyndsey: Is she like you?
Mike: I suppose so. We're both friendly and easy-going.
Lyndsey: Is she as clever as you?
Mike: No, she's not as clever as me.
Lyndsey: Big head! | Mike describes to Lyndsey his sister's characters and personality. |
test_913 | Ainsley: I'm broke, and I have to catch another bus.
Titos: Why don't you have any money for another bus?
Ainsley: I got hungry and bought some chips.
Titos: That was smart.
Ainsley: Anyway, do you have any change I can use for the bus?
Titos: I don't have any.
Ainsley: I don't know how I'm going to get home.
Titos: Get a transfer from the bus driver.
Ainsley: How much is a transfer?
Titos: It doesn't cost anything.
Ainsley: That's great! Thanks for your help.
Titos: You know what? Don't mention it. | Ainsley's broke, so Titos suggests Ainsley get a transfer from the bus driver to go home. |
test_914 | Nick: Excuse me.
Alice: Yeah?
Nick: I've never used this place before. Can you give me some idea what I need to do?
Alice: You just put quarters in the machines. It's easy.
Nick: Yes, but. . . well. . .
Alice: What?
Nick: How do I use the machines?
Alice: What do you mean? These are the washing machines. Those big things over there are the dryers.
Nick: I see. Do the machines have soap in them?
Alice: No, of course not. You have to put soap in. Did you bring your soap?
Nick: No. I don't have soap.
Alice: Well, you can buy some from that vending machine over there.
Nick: Thanks. Okay. I have my soap.
Alice: My God! You really bought a lot. Why do you need so much?
Nick: I don't know. I want my clothes to be clean.
Alice: But you can't use so much. The machine won't be able to rinse the soap out.
Nick: Oh. I guess I didn't know. I have never washed clothes before.
Alice: What? Did you say you never washed clothes before?
Nick: Yes.
Alice: In your life? Are you kidding? Never?
Nick: No. Never.
Alice: I can't believe it. How can that be? How old are you?
Nick: I'm nineteen.
Alice: But how can you live nineteen years without ever washing clothes?
Nick: My mother always did it.
Alice: Yes, my mother washed my clothes too. But when I was twelve, I started to wash clothes myself.
Nick: I know about this fact. American children are more independent. They do more for themselves. But I am from Taiwan. In Taiwan, children must study very hard. So the mother does everything for the kids. The mother wants her kids to get very good grades at school. So I've never washed clothes before. You shouldn't laugh at me for it.
Alice: I'm not laughing at you. But let me ask you something?
Nick: What?
Alice: How are you going to survive here? I mean, if you can't do anything for yourself. If you can't cook, if you can't wash clothes, if you can't clean house. How can you live on your own?
Nick: I don't know. It's hard. But I have to learn.
Alice: Well, I'll help you learn how to use these machines.
Nick: Thanks. My name's Nick.
Alice: I'm Alice. I guess I'll have to be your mother for today.
Nick: Thanks, Mom. Thanks. | Nick asks Alice how to use washing machines and dryers. Alice teaches him and she's surprised to find that he never washed clothes before. Nick tells her he is from Taiwan, where the mother does everything for the kids. Alice will help Nick to learn how to live on his own. |
test_915 | Lazarus: Can I be of any service to you?
Elizabeth: I've been told that Chinese arts and crafts are famous for their excellent workmanship. We'd like to take some home. What would you recommend?
Lazarus: There are over a thousands kinds of articles in our shop.For example, there is tricolored pottery originating in the Tang Dynasty, embroidery, batik, jade carving, just to name a few.Do you have anything in mind?
Elizabeth: No, not really.But I think it should be something distinctively Chinese. And easy to carry.
Lazarus: I would suggest you buy paper-cuts, embroidery and batik.They are very easy to carry.
Elizabeth: So, we'd like to see some embroidery. | Lazarus is suggesting some Chinese arts and crafts to Elizabeth. Elizabeth is interested in embroidery. |
test_916 | 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 invites Lily to picnic this weekend. Lily accepts. |
test_917 | Marry: Hi, Tom! This is Marry with Hans furniture store.
Tom: Yes, Marry?
Marry: I just wanted to let you to know that we had decided to offer the sales position to someone else.
Tom: I see.
Marry: We considered you very carefully but the other candidate has more experience.
Tom: Maybe so. But I'm fast learner and I'm willing to work overtime to learn the business.
Marry: I'm sure you are.
Tom: I must to ask you to reconsider your decision and give me a chance. | Tom wants Marry to reconsider the decision of offering the sales position to someone else instead of him. |
test_918 | Simon: Are you going to the demonstration to help stop the spread of nuclear weapons tomorrow, Cleo?
Cleo: No, Simon. I hate demonstrations. I have heard the police will be standing by with tear gas.
Simon: Yes, but North Korea boasts it has nuclear arms.
Cleo: One hundred ninety countries have signed the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty but the issues are just too complex. There are two sides to every story. I don't understand it and I have no intention of going to a demonstration. Demonstrations don't seem to accomplish anything anyway.
Simon: Several demonstrations have changed politician's minds throughout history. As a responsible citizen I think it is important to stand up for what you believe in.
Cleo: Leave it to someone else. As I said, if you listen to both sides of a story, both sides have some good points. Why should I demonstrate and risk getting hurt for something that I am not even sure is right?
Simon: You are not likely to get hurt. This will be a peaceful demonstration. I have spoken to the organizer for the university group. He insists that this will be peaceful. He advocates if you want world peace, peace begins at home-and that means right here in this city.
Cleo: You go if you want, Simon, but I plan to study for my physics exam.
Simon: It would only take two hours of your day. The bus leaves the campus at 11:30 and leaves downtown to return to campus at 12:45. You could eat your lunch on the bus.
Cleo: I am not going, Simon. Why don't you ask the students in your political science class this afternoon if they want to go?
Simon: They are all going.
Cleo: Okay, Simon. I need to meet my sister for coffee now.
Simon: Bye then. See you in physics class tomorrow. | Simon and Cleo argue the effectiveness of demonstrations. Simon thinks they are helpful, but Cleo disagrees and refuses to go to the demonstration of helping stop the spread of nuclear weapons with Simon. |
test_919 | Allyn: Where are you going for your trip?
Stace: I think Hebei is a good place.
Allyn: But I heard the north of China are experiencing severe sandstorms!
Stace: Really?
Allyn: Yes, it's said that Hebes was experiencing six degree strong winds.
Stace: How do these storms affect the people who live in these areas?
Allyn: The report said the number of people with respiratory tract infections tended to rise after sandstorms. The sand gets into people's noses and throats and creates irritation.
Stace: It sounds that sandstorms are trouble for everybody!
Allyn: You are quite right. | Allyn tells Stace Hebei was experiencing severe sandstorms and sandstorms threaten people's health. |
test_920 | 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. | Shay is surprised that Jocelyn has a girlfriend in Thailand. They've known each other over the Internet for a few months. |
test_921 | 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 for food. |
test_922 | 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. | Amelie asks Inci the way to City Hall and Inci answers with patience. |
test_923 | Gardiner: Do you think home video players will replace movie theatres and force them out of the entertainment business?
Manuel: We're certainly faced with the grave challenge from the DVD industry. That's why I think we have to revolutionize our concept of movie showing. As I see it, the movie theatre should not just be a place to watch a film, but a place to meet people. | Gardiner and Manuel talk about the possible destiny of movie theatre. |
test_924 | Daniel: School has added several new courses to our grade this semester. I have more homework to do now.
Thom: What's your favorite course, Daniel?
Daniel: I like science most.
Thom: Science? That's a surprise.
Daniel: Surprise?
Thom: I thought you would like PE.
Daniel: I do like PE, but I am interested in science.
Thom: Are you interested in science? I can't believe it.
Daniel: Through this course, I can learn more about the world around us clearly.
Thom: Your parents would be happy if they knew that. Because you are always a naughty boy.
Daniel: Naughty? I'm naughty? I'm just clever. So I only do the things I am interested in.
Thom: Hope so. | Daniel is interested in science because he can learn more about the world through it. |
test_925 | 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 complains to Katinka about the traffic jam, Katinka suggests quitting driving and taking public transportation instead. |
test_926 | 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 has been delayed because of heavy rain and Jodi suggests Anabel listen to the announcement for further information. |
test_927 | Arlyn: Hi, do you know what's for dinner? I'm starving.
Lidia: We're on our own tonight, dad's taking mom out.
Arlyn: Out? What do you mean out?
Lidia: You know on a date, they are going to dinner.
Arlyn: Dad and mom?
Lidia: Yeah, they said they're reviving the old tradition.
Arlyn: You mean this is going to be a regular thing?
Lidia: That's right, once a week. Do you want to order some pizza? | Arlyn and Lidia's parent are out on a date to revive their old tradition. |
test_928 | Cathi: Look out of the window David, there is ice on the lake. Actually their size all over the lake.
David: Yeah.
Cathi: And there are many people skating over there, do you want to join them?
David: I'm not in the mood. When are we going back to the city?
Cathi: Not until January the third. Is your dad's idea to spend Christmas at these country hotel.
David: I want to stay in New York. Barbara has asked me to a party on New Year's Eve.
Cathi: Your dad works very hard at the bank. He needs a quiet Christmas. To will be nice for me too. I won't have to cook.
David: Oh, this is going to be the most boring Christmas that I've ever had.
Cathi: Take it easy boy. | Cathi and David's father want to have a quiet Christmas at a country hotel, but David thinks it is boring. |
test_929 | Nathaniel: Hello?
Leah: Good morning, Nathaniel. This is Leah calling from the International Student Office.
Nathaniel: Good morning.
Leah: The reason I'm calling is because Ms. Collins will not be able to call you back until next week.
Nathaniel: Oh. I had hoped she would have called me back yesterday.
Leah: She's terribly sorry about that. She had to leave the office suddenly and won't be able to return until next week. She hopes you understand.
Nathaniel: Is there someone else I can talk to?
Leah: She asked me to call you to book an appointment with someone else today. When are you free today?
Nathaniel: Any time after 2 pm today would be good for me.
Leah: Mr. Liu is available at 2:15 today. Will that work for you?
Nathaniel: I'd prefer to speak with Ms. Fonda.
Leah: I'm afraid she isn't available this afternoon. She has an opening at 11:30 this morning. Will that work for you?
Nathaniel: that will be fine.
Leah: Ok, we'll be expecting you at 11:30. See you then. | Leah informs Nathaniel that Ms. Collins won't be available for their appointment and explains the reason. Then Nathaniel decides to speak with someone else. |
test_930 | 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 go back to work and will meet after work. |
test_931 | 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. | Chinese can speak three languages and do general desk work in English. |
test_932 | Roland: Good morning, Mr. Smith. I've just come to tell you about the visit to a village planned for tomorrow. We have a choice of two villages. One is in the suburbs of Beijing, about 50 kilometers away. The other is in a rather out-of-the-way mountain area about 100 kilometers away. It's a small village that has recently made remarkable economic progress. It used to be very backward, but now the place has completely changed. Could you let me know which you'd prefer sometime this morning so that we can make the necessary arrangements?
Mr. Smith: Well, I think I'd rather visit the village in the mountains.
Roland: All right. In that case, I'm afraid we'll have to get up rather early tomorrow because it's quite far. We'll have lunch at the village and get back before supper. Suppose we get up at six, what do you say?
Mr. Smith: That's fine. | Roland introduces two different villages to visit and Mr. Smith decides to visit the village in the mountains. |
test_933 | Fionnula: Are you busy next Saturday?
Adelind: No, why?
Fionnula: I need to get a costume for a fancy dress party, and I reply don't know what to get. Will you come shopping with me?
Adelind: Sure I like shopping. Who is organizing the party?
Fionnula: One of the girls in my office.
Adelind: What's the occasion?
Fionnula: There is no specie occasion. She just likes to organize parties from time to time. This time it is a country theme.
Adelind: That's easy, how about a cowgirl? Oh I know even better, a Canadian Mountie.
Fionnula: Well where am I going to get that sort of costume?
Adelind: Leave it to me. I know exactly where to find it.
Fionnula: Oh good.
Adelind: Excellent, come over at ten o'clock and we will start at the shopping center, the one around the corner from my house. They have just the shop we need. | Adelind gives advice to Fionnula on what to wear at the party and plans to buy the costume with Fionnula in the shopping center at ten o'clock on Saturday |
test_934 | 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 is pregnant. She and Cooper feel happy. |
test_935 | Whittaker: OK, Let me just have a look at the information here. You've been with a company for 6 years.
Carla: That's right.
Whittaker: Do you feel the same way as you did 6 years ago?
Carla: Well, not really. I used to be more enthusiastic. Maybe it's because I'm older now.
Whittaker: Well. You're only 28. That's not exactly old. What else has changed?
Carla: I work longer hours now. I go home after 7 nearly every day, but I earn much more than before.
Whittaker: I see. What about the company? Is it helping you to develop new skills?
Carla: Yes, up to a point. I've done 2 management training courses in the last couple of years, so I think I'm ready for promotion now.
Whittaker: Do you get the opportunity to travel much?
Carla: Not much, but I don't really mind that. You see, I have to look after my mother. | Whittaker has been working for a company for six years, and Carla thinks Carla's ready for promotion. |
test_936 | 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 tells Mary about Eba's terrible experience that a dog rushed at Eba and barked loudly when Eba was delivering milk. |
test_937 | Fredrika: You're going to get into a lot of trouble if you do that.
Abigale: What makes you say that?
Fredrika: I don't see anything wrong with what we're doing! That's just the problem. In these kind of things, the trouble doesn't always appear at first.
Abigale: But everything has been so easy.
Fredrika: Everything has gone as smooth as clockwork. Just like we planned! That may be true, but if you were to do it, you would have trouble on the horizon. You always say that.
Abigale: Yeah, you never look at the positive side of things.
Fredrika: Okay. Have it your way, but don't say I didn't warn you. | Fredrika warns Abigale of the possible trouble in the future, but Abigale doesn't mind. |
test_938 | Ben: Hello, Ben. You're getting ready for tomorrow's lessons, aren't you?
Marnia: Yes, but I'm a bit nervous. I have no idea what'll happen in class and how I'll get along with my classmates.
Ben: I understand how you're feeling. Just take it easy. You'll make a lot of friends very soon.
Marnia: Thank you. I'll try my best to get used to my new school life as soon as possible. By the way, what time does the first class begin?
Ben: At 8 o'clock. But before that we have 10 minutes to hand in homework and then 20 minutes for morning reading.
Marnia: So we must get to school before 7:30, right?
Ben: Right.
Marnia: How long does each class last?
Ben: 45 minutes, I think, with a 10 or 15 minutes' break.
Marnia: Well, I hear that lunchtime is nearly 12 o'clock and I'll be starving by then.
Ben: Don't worry. During the break after the second class, we can buy something to eat.
Marnia: That's good. | Ben is nervous about his new school life. Ben is giving him some brief information about the school. |
test_939 | Andee: Would you show us the menu?
Maynord: Sure. Here you are.
Andee: I'd like to have prawn cocktail, and tomato soup for the main course, I'd like steak with onion, with some black coffee afterwards.
Maynord: Sorry, tomato soup is not being served today, but we have egg soup, it's very delicious. Why don't you try it today?
Andee: It sounds good. I'll try it.
Maynord: Would you like to have a drink?
Andee: Well, I'll have a glass of mineral water.
Maynord: Anything else?
Andee: No, thank you. I think it's enough for dinner.
Maynord: OK. I'll be back soon. | Maynord helps Andee to order prawn cocktail, egg soup, steak, black coffee and mineral water. |
test_940 | Elisha: Excuse me, Alice, I've never used this place before. Can you tell me how to use the machines?
Alice: What do you mean? These are the washing machines. Those big things over there are the dryers.
Elisha: I see. Do the machines have soap in them?
Alice: No, of course not. You have to put soap in. Did you bring your soap?
Elisha: No, I don't have soap.
Alice: Well, you can buy some over there.
Elisha: Thanks. OK, I have my soap.
Alice: My god, you really bought a lot. Why do you need so much?
Elisha: I don't know. I want my clothes to be clean.
Alice: But you can't use so much. The machines won't be able to remove the soap completely. On the contrary, too many bubbles trapped dirt, allowing bacteria to build up.
Elisha: Oh, I guess I didn't know. I have never washed close before.
Alice: What? Did you say you never wash clothes before?
Elisha: Yes, never.
Alice: I can't believe it. How can that be?
Elisha: My mother always did it.
Alice: Yes, my mother washed my clothes, too. But when I was 12, I started to wash clothes myself.
Elisha: I know about this fact. American children are more independent. But in my country, the mother wants her kids to get very good grades at school, so she does everything for the kids.
Alice: Then how are you going to survive on the campus?
Elisha: I don't know. It's hard, but I have to learn. | Alice guides Elisha to use the washing machine and the dryer. Alice began to wash her clothes at the age of 12, but Elisha has never done that before. |
test_941 | Wells: How can we get in touch with you?
Allan: Please call me or send e-mail. Could you please let me know when your organization can make a decision?
Wells: About one week.
Allan: I really appreciate your time and help. See you then. | Wells can inform Allan by phone or e-mail when the organization makes a decision in about one week. |
test_942 | 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 that Maddy should listen to the doctor. |
test_943 | Jocelyne: I'm going to take a nap.
Andri: You should unplug the phone.
Jocelyne: That's a good idea.
Andri: Do you want me to wake you in an hour?
Jocelyne: No, thanks. Just let me sleep until I wake up.
Andri: I'll start dinner at 6:00.
Jocelyne: Okay. I think I'll be awake by then.
Andri: If not, your nose will wake you up.
Jocelyne: You mean I will smell the food cooking?
Andri: You might even dream about dinner.
Jocelyne: I don't think I'm going to dream about anything. I'm really tired.
Andri: Have a nice nap. | Jocelyne is tired and will take a nap and Andri gets the dinner ready. |
test_944 | Latrena: Next week I'm going to New York to sign a business contract. What would you suggest I see while I'm there?
Ignacio: You should definitely see the UN building and from there, you could walk over to Broadway and see a movie or drama.
Latrena: How about New York's universities? I'm especially interested in learning about the schools there and the courses they offer.
Ignacio: Columbia University and New York University are two of the best schools in the city. I'm sure they offer excellent courses.
Latrena: Do you have a map of the city?
Ignacio: Yes, I have one right here in fact. I can give you this one, but I'd also suggest that you stop at the visitor's office near the train station. They will have good up-to-date maps and they can give you more tourist information about the city. | Latrena is going to New York. Ignacio introduces some scenic spots and universities to Latrena. |
test_945 | Carlie: Stupid girl, making me spend so much money, now I have to get it from the ATM...
Melinda: Hello, welcome to Universal Bank. Please insert your card into the slot.
Carlie: I know where to put my card! Stupid machine, talking to me like I ' m an idiot...
Melinda: Please input your 6 digit PIN code followed by the pound key. Thank you. Please select an option. Thank you. You have selected withdrawal.
Carlie: Yeah, yeah, I know what I selected. Just gimme my money!
Melinda: Please type the amount you would like to withdraw. Thank you, you want to transfer 10000 USD to the World Wildlife Foundation. If this is correct please press 1.
Carlie: No, no! Stupid machine, what are you doing! No!
Melinda: Confirmed. Thank you for using our bank! Please remove your card from the slot. Goodbye!
Carlie: No, no way! What happened? Give me my money!
Melinda: Danger, danger! The exits have been sealed and the doors will remain locked in until the local authorities arrive. Thank you for using our bank. Have a nice day. | Carlie is withdrawing money from an ATM. But the ATM wrongly transfers Carlie's money to the World Wildlife Foundation. It drives Carlie crazy. |
test_946 | Nelia: James, why are you watching TV? Your train leaves at 4:30. There are just 2 hours left. Have you finished packing?
James: I've almost finished packing. Now I'm waiting for the jacket I lent to David last week.
Nelia: Which jacket, the gray one or the blue one?
James: Neither, the black one. It's my favorite. I want to wear it to the country because I want to take pictures there.
Nelia: Then have you packed your camera in your bag?
James: No, few young people use cameras to take pictures now. A cellphone is good enough for taking pictures.
Nelia: Well, I prefer to use a Camera, but it's up to you. Then have you put the cookies in your bag?
James: No, it's too heavy for me. I want to travel light.
Nelia: I made them especially for your grandparents. They love my cookies very much. I'm sure they'll be disappointed if you don't take them with you. I've told them you take the cookies to them.
James: All right, I'll take them.
Nelia: Good. So when will David get here?
James: He left home about 20 minutes ago. It takes him just 30 minutes to get here on foot. I guess, he'll be here in just about 10 minutes. | James is waiting for David for his black jacket he lent to David before he goes to travel. He wants to wear it to take pictures. Nelia asks James to take the cookies because his grandparents like to eat. |
test_947 | Elisha: Excuse me, Alice, I've never used this place before. Can you tell me how to use the machines?
Alice: What do you mean? These are the washing machines. Those big things over there are the dryers.
Elisha: I see. Do the machines have soap in them?
Alice: No, of course not. You have to put soap in. Did you bring your soap?
Elisha: No, I don't have soap.
Alice: Well, you can buy some over there.
Elisha: Thanks. OK, I have my soap.
Alice: My god, you really bought a lot. Why do you need so much?
Elisha: I don't know. I want my clothes to be clean.
Alice: But you can't use so much. The machines won't be able to remove the soap completely. On the contrary, too many bubbles trapped dirt, allowing bacteria to build up.
Elisha: Oh, I guess I didn't know. I have never washed close before.
Alice: What? Did you say you never wash clothes before?
Elisha: Yes, never.
Alice: I can't believe it. How can that be?
Elisha: My mother always did it.
Alice: Yes, my mother washed my clothes, too. But when I was 12, I started to wash clothes myself.
Elisha: I know about this fact. American children are more independent. But in my country, the mother wants her kids to get very good grades at school, so she does everything for the kids.
Alice: Then how are you going to survive on the campus?
Elisha: I don't know. It's hard, but I have to learn. | Elisha asks Alice how to use the washing machine and the right way to wash clothes on campus. Elisha tells Alice it's Elisha's mother who does all the washing at home. |
test_948 | 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. | Deb checks Tom Wilson's information and Tom pays his hotel and meal bill. |
test_949 | Oswald: It's partly your own fault. You should never let in anyone like that unless you're expecting him.
Redmond: It's all very well to say that, but someone cones to the door and says 'electricity' or 'gas' and you automatically think he is OK, especially if he shows you a card. | Oswald blames Redmond for letting someone in without much discretion. |
test_950 | Andie: Hey, don't I know you from somewhere?
Nevins: No, sorry. I don't think so.
Andie: Didn't you use to work at Common Fitness Gym?
Nevins: No, I'm afraid I did not.
Andie: Oh, but I know you from somewhere else. Did you use to work at the movie theater downtown? You did. Yes. It's you. I go there all the time and you always sell me popcorn and soda.
Nevins: No, that's not me either. Sorry, ma'am. Perhaps I look familiar to you, but ...
Andie: No, I know you. I have met you before! Hold on. Let me think. This is driving me crazy. I know that we've talked before. Oh, I remember now. You work at the Whole Bean Cafe on the corner. It that right?
Nevins: No, wrong again. Sorry, ma'am, but I really have to get going. | Andie thinks that she knows Nevins somewhere, but Nevins denies it. |
test_951 | 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 asks Maggie for her history notes because Mark has been too tired in class. They become study partners at the end. |
test_952 | 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 and Corissa are going to London next week. Corissa prefers by car. Yoko prefers by train. Corissa suggests maybe they could go by express bus. |
test_953 | Case: Brian, do you know how to speak English?
Brian: Yes.
Case: Where did you learn?
Brian: I learned in college.
Case: You speak really well.
Brian: Thank you.
Case: How long have you been in the U. S. ?
Brian: 3 weeks.
Case: Is your wife with you?
Brian: Yes, she just got here yesterday.
Case: Have you been to California before?
Brian: No. I've never been there.
Case: Have you ever been to Las Vegas?
Brian: Yes. I went there once on a business trip. | Case asks Brian about his experience of living in the US. |
test_954 | Mr. Jones: Good Morning Ann.
Ann: Good Morning Mr. Jones.
Mr. Jones: How about a cup of coffee?
Ann: I will make it now.
Mr. Jones: And can you tell me what meetings I have this week?
Ann: I will bring the diary. Okay, this afternoon you have a meeting with your accountant at 5 pm. On Wednesday, you are going to London. Don't forget your train leaves at 9. 30 am.
Mr. Jones: Okay, what time is my meeting in London?
Ann: At 11. 30. And on Thursday Ms. Von wants to talk to you.
Mr. Jones: Who is Ms. Von?
Ann: She is our new project manager. She starts next week. | Ann is telling Mr Jones his meeting arrangements this week. |
test_955 | Daniel: School has added several new courses to our grade this semester. I have more homework to do now.
Thom: What's your favorite course, Daniel?
Daniel: I like science most.
Thom: Science? That's a surprise.
Daniel: Surprise?
Thom: I thought you would like PE.
Daniel: I do like PE, but I am interested in science.
Thom: Are you interested in science? I can't believe it.
Daniel: Through this course, I can learn more about the world around us clearly.
Thom: Your parents would be happy if they knew that. Because you are always a naughty boy.
Daniel: Naughty? I'm naughty? I'm just clever. So I only do the things I am interested in.
Thom: Hope so. | Thom is surprised that Daniel's favorite course is science and he is interested in it. |
test_956 | 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 is asking Jack how to write a letter of inquiry. Jack suggests writing it politely and briefly, and paying attention to the reply. |
test_957 | Lilly: Linda, I can't find my cellphone anywhere in this hotel room! Could you call it?
Linda: OK, I'm calling it.
Lilly: I don't hear anything. I think the batteries dead.
Linda: Oh, no? How are you going to find it? We have to leave for the wedding in 15 minutes.
Lilly: Well, maybe I won't take my cellphone to the wedding. Do I need it?
Linda: Yes, you need it. My sister might call you to tell us how the kids are doing. Maybe it's in the car.
Lilly: I remember where it is. I left it in the bakery where we ate breakfast.
Linda: OK, well, I need to call my sister to tell her you lost your phone. Then I'll call the bakery. If the bakery is still open, maybe we can pick it up before we go to the wedding. Please keep your phone in your pocket next time. | Lilly and Linda are going to the wedding in 15 minutes, but Lilly's cellphone was left in the bakery. Linda will call the bakery. |
test_958 | Sally: Hello, 332440.
Dave Thomson: Oh hello, Sally. This is Dave Thomson here. Could I speak to Jim please?
Sally: I'm afraid he's not in at the moment Dave. He went out about an hour ago and he's not back yet.
Dave Thomson: Any idea when he might be back?
Sally: Well, he shouldn't be long. He said he was just going to get some paint. But I wouldn't be surprised if he's stopped off at the pub on the way back.
Dave Thomson: OK. well, tell him I've called, will you, and I'll try again later.
Sally: All right. Goodbye, Dave.
Dave Thomson: Thanks then Sally. Goodbye. | Dave calls Jim but Jim is out. Sally tells Dave Jim's whereabouts. |
test_959 | Bill: Bill, how can you hear so happy today?
Ginny: Aha. I've read of my roommate. I made a move today.
Bill: Really? What was the matter?
Ginny: You knew Brain Locker?
Bill: Brain Locker? No, I don't think so. What does he look like?
Ginny: Well, he's thin and tall. He has brown hair, a holt nose, green eyes and wearing glasses.
Bill: Mm. I've seen him a couple of times, I think. | Bill and Bill talk about Bill's roommate Brain Locker. |
test_960 | Georgia: Dad, why were you asking so many questions about admission requirements of college?
Letisha: A dad can't be interested in his daughter's schooling?
Georgia: Oh, come on, you've never asked about it before. And I was accepted 3 years ago.
Letisha: Uh, actually, I'm considering quitting my job and running a business.
Georgia: No way. I like the sound of that, thus the admission questions.
Letisha: I was thinking of going into computer programming. I figure maybe I could use my vacation time and take some classes.
Georgia: That makes sense. Don't forget, as a computer major I might help you start our family business in the future. | Letisha asks his daughter about college admission requirements because he wants to take some classes in computer programming. |
test_961 | 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 tells Otis how to get special discount coupons and how to use them. Otis buys 9 bags of sugar and gets 3 coupons. |
test_962 | Ann: Good morning, this is Ann broadcasting from university radio and in the studio we have Robin, president of the Martha Bicycle Club with us.
Robin: Good morning, everyone.
Ann: Robin, can you tell us what the mountain lake cycle tour is all about?
Robin: Well, Ann, the tour today is not a race. People do it for fitness and fun andtry to better their time every year.
Ann: How long will it take to cycle one way, Robin?
Robin: About seven to nine hours for the average cyclists. Good cyclists can do it in four hours.
Ann: How many people will be taking part this year?
Robin: This is our biggest year ever. We have twelve hundred cyclists registered.
Ann: I doubt they'll block the road when the cyclists start out?
Robin: Don't worry, we've introduced the staggered starts to avoid these problems. Our first group will leave Ottawa at seven o'clock.
Ann: Thank you, Robin. Now down to the starting line of the university. | Robin and Robin are broadcasting. Robin introduces the mountain lake cycle tour and how they organize this event. |
test_963 | Marcus: Excuse me. In this museum, you are not supposed to take pictures.
Nertie: Is that right? I didn't know it.
Marcus: Will you give me your camera? We have to confiscate your film.
Nertie: Will you forgive me. Could you return my camera?
Marcus: We will keep and return it later.
Nertie: Oh, I see. Then, can I buy slides and picture postcards somewhere?
Marcus: You can buy them at the souvenir shop near the exit. | Nertie breaks the museum's rule of non-taking pictures. |
test_964 | Professor Turner: Come in, come in! Can I help you?
Tobias: Professor Turner, are you giving your Advanced Geology course again next semester?
Professor Turner: Yes.
Tobias: I wonder if I could enroll in it, I know it's a graduate course and I'm only a junior, but...
Professor Turner: Aren't you a bit young? I've allowed qualified seniors to take the course and they usually have a hard time to keep up.
Tobias: I know, but the geology of the American West is my favorite interest and I've read a lot in the field. Last semester I took Professor Burman's course and I didn't find it challenging enough.
Professor Turner: I see. You certainly aren't one of those students who are out for easy grades.
Tobias: I should say not. I really want to learn something.
Professor Turner: Well, I'll speak to Professor Burman, if he thinks you're ready, I'll let you enroll.
Tobias: Oh, thanks. Prof. Turner, that's very nice of you. | Tobias, a junior student, wants to enroll in Professor Turner's course for seniors very much. Professor Turner will ask for another professor's opinion. |
test_965 | Weylin: Hello, Madam. What can we do for you today?
Madam: Hi. I've been sent over from Turner Interiors. They said I need to collect some sort of L / C? Do you have it?
Weylin: I certainly do. Here it is, an Export L / C from Tokyo.
Madam: It should be from Sayuri Beds. Is that right?
Weylin: Yes, it is. Sayuri Beds, Tokyo, Japan.
Madam: That's what I want! Do you need me to sign anything? Or fill in some forms?
Weylin: Just sign right here, please. That's everything you need to do.
Madam: Perfect. Thank you, goodbye! | Madam looks for L/C and gets the expected one from Weylin. |
test_966 | Pincus: I'd like to open a current account.
Kelley: Certainly. May I see your social security and your ID, please.
Pincus: Here you are.
Kelley: Thank you. I've checked your information. And could you please fill in this form?
Pincus: Sure. Here you are.
Kelley: Thank you sir. Your account is ready now. Is there anything else I can do for you?
Pincus: Yes. I wonder how much interest can I earn from a current account.
Kelley: Oh, current accounts don't pay out interest.
Pincus: Why is that?
Kelley: It's primarily designed for business transactions. That is, writing checks to pay for bills, buying things and sending money. We won't expect a large amount of deposit in a current account.
Pincus: I see. How do I draw money for my own use then?
Kelley: Oh, you can draw money here, at a bank. Or you can do it at ATMs.
Pincus: Ok. Thank you.
Kelley: You're most welcome sir. Have a nice day. | Pincus wants to open a current account. After Pincus providing information and filling in a form, Kelley opens one for him and tells him how to draw money from it. |
test_967 | 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 go to Montreal, Quebec next summer. Bob suggests she practice French since Montreal is the third largest French-speaking city. Sherry will also visit a friend in Quebec City. |
test_968 | 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 tells Jeffry Matty's communication strategy. |
test_969 | Sherline: Let's meet before next week's meeting, Jane. I want to kick around some ideas with you.
Jane: No problem. I'Ve got a really light week. Anytime's fine by me.
Sherline: Well, let's plan to get together next Monday afternoon, around three?
Jane: All right, I'll put you in my book. | Sherline makes an appointment with Jane on next Monday afternoon around three to kick around some ideas. |
test_970 | Cary: Do you know that I'm checking out in about 30 minutes?
Ricky: Just say the word, sir.
Cary: Excellent! Now, as you know, the day has barely begun.
Ricky: I agree. The dew is still on the grass.
Cary: I want to hit a few more places in the city, but I need a place to put my luggage.
Ricky: We do have a storage space for your bags. There's a small charge, plus a deposit.
Cary: Leave a deposit? Isn't leaving the luggage enough of a deposit?
Ricky: Regrettably, no. But simply present your VISA to cover your deposit.
Cary: Hmm. I'll have to think about this for a second.
Ricky: Okay, sir, but don't think too long. Your checkout is only 30 minutes away. | Cary wants to hit some place, but he hesitates about lefting the luggage in Ricky's place because of an extra deposit. |
test_971 | Nealson: Katie, have you looked at your evaluation yet?
Katie: Yes, I have.
Nealson: Let's go over some of these areas. You are always available to work. But you've arrived late several times. Since I've spoken to you about this, you have improved.
Katie: I've been trying. I was only late once last month.
Nealson: That's good. One more thing, Katie, when you don't have a customer, you're always standing there daydreaming. If I ask you to do something, you're always willing. But when you don't have customers, I expect you to polish the jewelry and the mirrors, put new paper in the cash register, restock the boxes and do other things without being asked.
Katie: OK. | Katie talks about Katie's evaluation and wants Katie to do better when she doesn't have customers. |
test_972 | 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 invites Lily to take part in their weekend picnic and Lily accepts. |
test_973 | Jolynn: Excuse me. Is this the Reference Desk?
Elga: Yes, what can I do for you?
Jolynn: I'd like to find some general information on computers.
Elga: Is this for a particular research project or some general information?
Jolynn: Well. I just need some general information for now.
Elga: We have quite a few magazines here dealing with computers.
Jolynn: Can I have the titles?
Elga: Follow me. Let me show you how to find them. | Elga is helping Jolynn to find some general information on computers. |
test_974 | Mr. Murray: Excuse me. I am interested in getting a library card.
Evangelia: Sure, let me give you an application. You can fill it out right here at the counter.
Mr. Murray: OK, here it is.
Evangelia: Let me take a look at this for you. May I have your driver's license, please?
Mr. Murray: Here's my license and form.
Evangelia: Okay, Mr. Murray, you seem to have filled the form out all right. Are you familiar with our rules and fines?
Mr. Murray: Yes, I know what to do.
Evangelia: The hours and limitations are printed on the card and this handout.
Mr. Murray: OK.
Evangelia: Thank you for joining the library; we look forward to serving you. | Mr. Murray wants a library card. Evangelia issues one to him after checking his application and driver license. |
test_975 | Jacinda: Hey Jack. How were your classes this semester?
Jack: They were not too bad. I really liked my poli-sci class.
Jacinda: Would you consider it your favorite class?
Jack: I don't know if I would call it my favorite, but it ranks up there.
Jacinda: What class was your favorite then?
Jack: I took a business communication class last year and it was terrific.
Jacinda: I never took that yet. If that was your favorite, I think I will check it out. | Jacinda and Jack talk about Jack's classes last year. |
test_976 | Sylvan: Excuse me, Sir, do you know what time it is?
Sir: Oh, it's almost eleven twenty.
Sylvan: Thank you.
Sir: You're welcome. The rain is quite heavy, isn't it?
Sylvan: Yeah. I was in a hurry and I forgot my umbrella today.
Sir: I have one. We could share it. Which way are you going?
Sylvan: Oh, that's very kind of you. I am going to the Garden Hotel.
Sir: I am going there, too. We can walk together.
Sylvan: Sure. | Sylvan forgot to take an umbrella while it's raining. Sir shares an umbrella with Sylvan. |
test_977 | 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 she has an excellent teacher. Orella wants to learn piano from that teacher and Tina will introduce her teacher. |
test_978 | Judy: Hey, Frank. I heard you got a new job.
Frank: Yeah, Judy. I will be working for the Post Office. It's not a bad job.
Judy: Is it true that you have a heavy work schedule?
Frank: That's right. I am supposed to work at 5am everyday, and I only get 45 minutes for lunch.
Judy: So, why did you apply for such a demanding job?
Frank: Well, the government offers its employees excellent health insurance benefits.
Judy: Oh, I see. And can your family members utilize the health insurance, too?
Frank: Yeah, that's the best part. All of my children can get free medical care.
Judy: That's a great employment benefit!
Frank: Now you know why I wanted to work for the Post Office! | Frank got a new job and is telling Judy not only the heavy schedule but also the benefits of this job. |
test_979 | Anne-Corinne: I want to mail this package to Korea.
Anjanette: How would you like to send it?
Anne-Corinne: First class, please.
Anjanette: It will cost you 20 pounds because your package is too heavy. It will take 2 days to get there.
Anne-Corinne: 20 pounds? Is there a cheaper way?
Anjanette: Yes, there is. It's the package post way, but it will take you 10 days longer than the first class to get there.
Anne-Corinne: OK, I think I'd like this way. | Informed of the cost and duration by Anjanette, Anne-Corinne chooses a cheaper way of mailing which takes more time. |
test_980 | Ilyse: Well, you must be happy, Nathan you're almost ready to go to Chicago for your practice. We're sure going to miss you around here.
Nathan: I'll miss you too, mom. But yeah, I'm excited about my summer. And don't be too sad. I'll be back in a few months, in time for the first day of school. By winter break, you'll hardly remember I was even gone.
Ilyse: So how do you think you'll do in the big city? Are you worried about working for a big newspaper like the Chicago Tribune?
Nathan: Not really. I'm not afraid of hard work and I know how to organize my day. I think I'll do a good job.
Ilyse: But doing for practice isn't just for the company to profit, is it? It's also for you to get experience. Do you even know what you'll be doing?
Nathan: I'm not worried about that. I've got a lot of natural curiosity. And I'm very social, I'm sure I'll learn from all the other people there.
Ilyse: What if they stick you in some backroom by yourself just copying papers or taking out the trash?
Nathan: I don't think that will happen. They asked for someone who was good at editing, organizing computer files and keeping track of deadlines. And I already know who I'll be working with, one of their regular writers.
Ilyse: That's good, so you will probably get some on the job training. This is such a great opportunity for you. | Nathan's mum asks him about his coming internship in Chicago and feels worried about him, but Nathan is confident and positive. Nathan comforts her that he would be fine. |
test_981 | Lona: no, no, you helped me with my computer last week. I want to repay the favor.
Fred: no, it's definitely my turn to treat you... you paid last time!
Lona: oh, that was just a quick bite to eat --- that doesn't count!
Fred: ok, ok, how about we just go Dutch? It's settled. Listen, I'm still pretty new around here, would it be alright if you found the restaurant ?
Lona: ok... sure. | Both Lona and Fred want to pay for a meal. Finally, they go dutch and Lona finds the place. |
test_982 | Andy: Hi, Fanny.
Fanny: Hi, Andy.
Andy: Are you feeling OK? You sound a little tired this morning.
Fanny: I did not sleep much last night. I really feel bad. It was a crazy night.
Andy: What happened?
Fanny: I had a bad dream. I was walking alone in the graveyard, and suddenly all the ghosts jumped out of their graves. They began to chase me through the graveyard and shouted that they wanted my blood.
Andy: Oh, what a nightmare! Then what happened?
Fanny: My mother woke me up. She had heard me crying out for help.
Andy: You have got a great mother.
Fanny: I felt embarrased. After all, I am 18 years old. Mom gave me some chocolate cookies and a glass of milk.
Andy: That sounds good!
Fanny: Yeah, but i was afraid to fall back asleep. I am worrying about getting into the University of Michigan.
Andy: Me too. But I tell myself that if they don't accept me, another school will. | Fanny had a nightmare last night and her mother consoled her. Andy listens to her experience and thinks she has a good mother. |
test_983 | Bill: Why don't you have some of my cake, Sue? I made it just for this party.
Sue: Sorry, Bill, I'm not in the cake at the moment. I thought you knew about my diet.
Bill: On your birthday? Surely you can eat whatever you want on your birthday. You can start your diet tomorrow. And anyway, you look great.
Sue: Well, thanks, Bill. I am not on a diet to lose weight, actually. My doctor told me to stop eating certain foods. I'm trying to avoid being allergic to something.
Bill: I didn't know food could help with that. I also notice you didn't eat any of the sandwiches Jill brought.
Sue: Yeah, and you and Tom and Shellin all brought different cakes. I'm dying to try them.
Bill: Why don't I go get you a salad? I'm sure you'll feel better if you eat something.
Sue: All right, it's the only thing here I can eat. What I really want is some hot soup.
Bill: Why don't I go and get some soup from the restaurant across the street for you?
Sue: That's awfully nice of you. But I'm enjoying my party. Maybe we could go afterwards.
Bill: OK, you go back in the house and chat with the guests. And I'll call the restaurant and tell them we'll be there in a few hours. | Bill made a cake for Sue's birthday, but Sue is on a diet to avoid allergy. Bill offers to buy her something healthy to eat, but Sue is enjoying her party. So they will go afterwards. |
test_984 | Sherman: Could you tell me what university you went to, Mr. Smith?
Mr. Smith: I went to Yale University.
Sherman: Did you? And what did you study?
Mr. Smith: I have a B. A. in Economics.
Sherman: Would you mind telling me how old you are?
Mr. Smith: I'm twenty-seven.
Sherman: And could you tell me what other jobs you have had?
Mr. Smith: Yes, I have worked in a bank for the last five years.
Sherman: And what was your salary at the bank?
Mr. Smith: I got $ 500 a week. | Mr. Smith tells Sherman that he graduated from Yale University with a B. A. in Economics, and he has worked in a bank for the last five years with $500 a week. |
test_985 | Nola: Amy, what was your first job?
Amy: Well, when I graduated from the college in 1998, I worked first as a secretary to the General Manager. That lasted for two years. Then I was promoted the Personnel Manager.
Nola: What were your duties?
Amy: I was responsible for all personnel matters.
Nola: Did you enjoy it?
Amy: Well, the people were nice. I liked the people I worked with. But the job was poorly paid.
Nola: And how long did you stay there?
Amy: Oh, about a year. I left because I wanted to apply for a position in the Sales Department. That's where I work now. | Amy tells Nola about her first job experience and her current job. |
test_986 | 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 tells Sir about the benefits of Network Settlement Service and confirms the time to get the paperwork done. |
test_987 | Receptionist: Hi. This is a Receptionist Desk. How can I help you?
Nikki: Yes. I just checked in, but I need to change my room.
Receptionist: What's the problem?
Nikki: I reserved a non-smoking room, but the smell of smoke in this room is so strong that I can't endure it.
Receptionist: I'm sorry. I'll arrange a non-smoking room for you right away. The doorman is going to help you with your luggage. I do apologize for the inconvenience.
Nikki: That's ok. Thanks. | Nikki rings Receptionist to change to a non-smoking room. Receptionist apologizes and will arrange one. |
test_988 | Shea: You're all set now?
Stephenie: Oh, thank you so much.
Shea: Really, it was nothing.
Stephenie: I really appreciated it.
Shea: I was happy to help.
Stephenie: It was so kind of you.
Shea: Don't mention it.
Stephenie: You're a real friend in need. | Stephenie appreciates for Shea 's kind help. |
test_989 | Farah: Look, here is a copy of the Washington Post. Do you know when it was founded?
Jasper: I happened to have a book right here about the development of newspapers. Let me see. Oh, it was founded in December eighteen seventy-seven by Stilson Hutchens.
Farah: Which newspaper is elder, the New York Times or the Washington Post?
Jasper: The New York Times. It was founded in September eighteen fifty-one by Henry Raymond and George Jones.
Farah: How about the Los Angeles Times?
Jasper: It was first published in December eighteen eighty-one, under the direction of Nathan Cole Junior and Thomas Guardineer. | Jasper tells Farah the founder and the founding time of the New York Times, the Washington Post, and the Los Angeles Times. |
test_990 | Professor Turner: Come in, come in! Can I help you?
Tobias: Professor Turner, are you giving your Advanced Geology course again next semester?
Professor Turner: Yes.
Tobias: I wonder if I could enroll in it, I know it's a graduate course and I'm only a junior, but...
Professor Turner: Aren't you a bit young? I've allowed qualified seniors to take the course and they usually have a hard time to keep up.
Tobias: I know, but the geology of the American West is my favorite interest and I've read a lot in the field. Last semester I took Professor Burman's course and I didn't find it challenging enough.
Professor Turner: I see. You certainly aren't one of those students who are out for easy grades.
Tobias: I should say not. I really want to learn something.
Professor Turner: Well, I'll speak to Professor Burman, if he thinks you're ready, I'll let you enroll.
Tobias: Oh, thanks. Prof. Turner, that's very nice of you. | Tobias wants to enroll in Professor Turner's course, and Professor Turner agrees to consider his application. |
test_991 | Jim: Say, Jim, how about going for a few beers after dinner?
Gwen: You know that is tempting but is really not good for our fitness.
Jim: What do you mean? It will help us to relax.
Gwen: Do you really think so? I don't. It will just make us fat and act silly. Remember last time?
Jim: I guess you are right. But what shall we do? I don't feel like sitting at home.
Gwen: I suggest a walk over to the gym where we can play singsong and meet some of our friends.
Jim: That's a good idea. I hear Mary and Sally often go there to play pingpong. Perhaps we can make a foursome with them.
Gwen: Sounds great to me! If they are willing, we could ask them to go dancing with us. That is excellent exercise and fun, too.
Jim: Good. Let's go now.
Gwen: All right. | Jim suggests having beers after dinner. Jim refuses. They decide to go to the gym to meet their friends. |
test_992 | 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 is considering changing a job. Tom tells her that his father's company happens to have the hiring plan in the near future. |
test_993 | Sascha: We need to call an emergency meeting as soon as possible about this.
Xymenes: OK. Let me send a memo around.
Sascha: Schedule it for this afternoon, when Ken gets back.
Xymenes: I don ' t think he ' s back today.
Sascha: Oh, that ' s right. Go ahead anyways. I ' ll fill him in. We can ' t lose this order under any circumstances!
Xymenes: I know, it ' s a big one. | Sascha asks Xymenes to scedule an emergency meeting for an important order when Ken gets back. Xymenes doesn't think he would be back today. |
test_994 | Cindee: Hey, How's it going?
Orelle: Not good. I lost my wallet.
Cindee: Oh, that's too bad. Was it stolen?
Orelle: No, I think it came out of my pocket when I was in the taxi.
Cindee: Is there anything I can do?
Orelle: Can I borrow some money?
Cindee: Sure, how much do you need?
Orelle: About 50 dollars.
Cindee: That's no problem.
Orelle: Thanks. I'll pay you back on Friday.
Cindee: That'll be fine. Here you are.
Orelle: What are you going to do now?
Cindee: I'm going to buy some books and then I'm going to the gas station.
Orelle: If you wait a minute I can go with you.
Cindee: OK. I'll wait for you. | Orelle lost the wallet and borrows some money from Cindee. |
test_995 | 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 to know about the Normandy Landing. Percy teaches Angie to search and suggests reading a history book. |
test_996 | Whittaker: This is all your fault. This wouldn't have happened if you hadn't tried to give money to that policeman.
Sibyl: Well, if you'd listen to me when I suggested asking someone for directions, we wouldn't have got lost in the first place, would we?
Whittaker: Oh, go on, blame it all on me. You were the one who was driving when we got stopped by the police. If you hadn't been speeding, we wouldn't have been stopped at all.
Sibyl: That's not fair. We were doing fine until you suddenly decided you knew a quicker way.
Whittaker: Oh, come on, I only suggest it because we were running so late. We would have been fine if you hadn't suggested driving instead of taking the train.
Sibyl: No, we would have been fine if you had remembered to book tickets. | Whittaker and Sibyl blame each other for the series of bad experiences during the journey. |
test_997 | 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 think that John and the girl are a perfect match. |
test_998 | Sylvan: Excuse me, Sir, do you know what time it is?
Sir: Oh, it's almost eleven twenty.
Sylvan: Thank you.
Sir: You're welcome. The rain is quite heavy, isn't it?
Sylvan: Yeah. I was in a hurry and I forgot my umbrella today.
Sir: I have one. We could share it. Which way are you going?
Sylvan: Oh, that's very kind of you. I am going to the Garden Hotel.
Sir: I am going there, too. We can walk together.
Sylvan: Sure. | Sir voluntarily shares an umbrella with Sylvan who doesn't bring the umbrella when it's rainy. |
test_999 | Walter: Excuse me.
Dieter: Yes, sir. Can I help you?
Walter: Um, this steak, I asked for to be medium rare.
Dieter: Medium rare, that's right, sir. I remember your order.
Walter: Well, I'm afraid it isn't. It's a bit too well done and rather tough. Would you mind changing?
Dieter: If it is not to your satisfaction, I'll certainly bring you another. But I'm afraid you may have to wait for a few minutes.
Walter: Yes, that's all right. Thank you very much. | Walter is not satisfied with Walter's steak and asks to change one, and Dieter agrees. |
test_1000 | Agatha: Police in North London are treating as murder the death of a man thought to be in his forties whose body was found in a pedestrian subway in Neasden. The man leading the hunt is Detective Chief Superintendent John Day, who explains what they know of the man's movements in the early hours of this morning.
Shawn: What we've learned is the fact that he left the Level One Club, which is a drinking club in Neasden Lane, about 1:30 a.m., and we're trying to account for movements up till 2:15 a. m., because it was about that time he was found by a member of the club, an employee. He was found in the underpass, the pedestrian way, under the North Circular Road. Death was due to multiple head injuries. We understand that there may have been two girls and a man who was drunk in close proximity to the entrance to the subway, who may have seen the man walking in that direction, or any attacker who may have been following him.
Agatha: About what time would you think that they were there?
Shawn: Just after half past one to a quarter past two.
Agatha: Then in that case the gap you have is really quite short. It's only more or less half a hour or forty minutes.
Shawn: In fact, yes, as short as that.
Agatha: And how far away from the Neasden underpass was the drinking club?
Shawn: Fifty meters.
Agatha: And at the moment you know of no other people in the area whom you want to talk to, other than the drunken man and the two women who were seen with him or near him at some time?
Shawn: Yes. The club closed at half past one and there may have been other people who left the club who went that way. We understand that there were also minicab drivers parked in the area who may have seen something as well.
Agatha: As it is, I take it you haven't been able to identify them.
Shawn: No, not at this stage.
Agatha: Well, thank you very much. | John Day is telling Agatha what they've known of the dead man's movements in the early hours of the morning, and there may be three witnesses, two girls and a man, but he hasn't been able to identify more. |
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