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train_11901 | Pierson: Do you have the day off today? How come you're not at work now?
Kassandra: I don't have the day off. Our labor union is staging a nationwide strike today, all of the workers in our department are supporting the labor union by participating and not going in to work this week.
Pierson: Are you serious? Why would... | Kassandra's labor union is staging a nationwide strike. Pierson's astonished because Kassandra's company has a good corporate image. Kassandra tells Pierson they'll start working when the union and the executive group come to an agreement. |
train_11902 | Hercule: Would you please teach me how to use the computer?
Micky: Sure, let's take a look at the menu first.
Hercule: Do I have to turn on the computer?
Micky: yes, we can look at the computer and computer menu at the same time. And this will help us understand both better.
Hercule: What should I learn first?
Micky: R... | Micky's teaching Hercule how to use the computer. |
train_11903 | Aina: Excuse me. What's the time difference between Beijing and San Francisco?
Sigfrid: 16 hours. Beijing is 16 hours ahead.
Aina: Are we losing or gaining a day on the way to America?
Sigfrid: We are gaining a day.
Aina: So does it mean we're arriving on the same day?
Sigfrid: That's right. | Sigfrid tells Aina the time difference between Beijing and San Francisco. |
train_11904 | Paolo: I need order in the court!
Eloise: I am ready to make my plea.
Paolo: What do you plead?
Eloise: I plead not guilty.
Paolo: All the evidence indicates that you are guilty.
Eloise: I realize that, but I am not guilty.
Paolo: Is that right?
Eloise: I had nothing to do with the crime that was committed.
Paolo: Who ... | Eloise pleads not guilty but the evidence indicates the opposite. Eloise'll tell Paolo the truth if Paolo lets Eloise go. |
train_11905 | Abbie: What is your case against the police?
Lenny: They arrested me for nothing.
Abbie: What do you mean?
Lenny: They weren't supposed to arrest me.
Abbie: Didn't they let you go?
Lenny: They didn't let me go until the next morning.
Abbie: So they kept you at the station?
Lenny: They sure did.
Abbie: Did they tell you... | The police arrested Lenny because Lenny matched the description of a robbery suspect. Lenny wants to take the police to court. |
train_11906 | Ravi: So the apartment comes unfurnished?
Quinton: This one is. I have another one that's furnished, but I'm not sure you'll like the furniture.
Ravi: We have tons of furniture. What we need are air conditioners.
Quinton: This building is only four years old. It was built with central air.
Ravi: Just like in the States... | Ravi wants an apartment with air conditioners. Quinton is showing Ravi an apartment built with central air. |
train_11907 | Adolphus: Where are you employed?
Natalee: I have been employed as a secretary at a trading company.
Adolphus: What do you think of your present job?
Natalee: I find it interesting.
Adolphus: How do you get to office?
Natalee: I go to the office by bus every day.
Adolphus: What does your work consist of exactly?
Natale... | Natalee's been employed as a secretary in charge of trouble-shooting. Natalee also tells Adolphus Natalee wants to change the job because Natalee wants something more lively and wants to practice English. |
train_11908 | Fastback Travel: Fastback Travel. How can I help you?
Horst Weissmuller: Could you put me through to Dan Aykroyd?
Fastback Travel: He's on holiday for the week, I'm afraid. Can I help?
Horst Weissmuller: Could you leave him a message?
Fastback Travel: Sure.
Horst Weissmuller: Could you tell him that Horst Weissmuller p... | Horst Weissmuller calls Fastback Travel for Dan Aykroyd who isn't available. Weissmuller requests Fastback Travel to leave a message for him. |
train_11909 | Socrates: What can I do for you, Madam?
Madam: I'd like to buy a pair of leather shoes.
Socrates: What size do you take?
Madam: Size 38 or 39.
Socrates: How about this pair? They're well-made.
Madam: But they are a little tight, They Pinch.
Socrates: In fact, They'll stretch a bit later.
Madam: I know. But can you show... | Socrates's helping Madam in choosing a pair of leather shoes. |
train_11910 | Nydia: Excuse me, does this bus go to the new bookstore?
Bobbie: No, you'll have to get off at the bank, and take a No. 50.
Nydia: Thank you. How much is the fare to that stop?
Bobbie: One dollar.
Nydia: How many stops are there?
Bobbie: Two stops after this one.
Nydia: Could you please tell me when we get there?
Bobbi... | Bobbie tells Nydia how to go to the new bookstore by bus. |
train_11911 | Altadena: Is there a bus in Altadena that'll take me to downtown LA?
Floria: The 486.
Altadena: The 486 really goes downtown?
Floria: Yes, it does.
Altadena: How long is the bus ride?
Floria: It's about forty-five minutes to an hour.
Altadena: Is that right?
Floria: Yeah, it's not that long of a trip.
Altadena: Is that... | Floria tells Altadena the 486 goes downtown and tells Altadena more information about it. |
train_11912 | Jacquetta: Can you change American dollars into French francs.
Dorine: Yes. How much do you want?
Jacquetta: Fifty dollars. What is the exchange rate today?
Dorine: One dollar to five franc. Is that alright?
Jacquetta: Yes, please. and you can cash my travelers check. Can't you?
Dorine: Of course we can.
Jacquetta: I w... | Dorine helps Jacquetta change American dollars into French Francs and cash Jacquetta's travelers check. |
train_11913 | Vincent: Bill, Happy Halloween!
Bill: Happy Halloween! What creature are you going to dress up as?
Vincent: I will dress up as a vampire with big fangs.
Bill: May I have a look at your costume?
Vincent: Sure. Wait a moment. ( Several minutes later ) Here you are.
Bill: I like your black clothes and your fangs are cool.... | Vincent'll dress up as a vampire at Halloween and shows Bill the costume. |
train_11914 | Angie: I went to Super Junior's concert last night. It was fantastic.
Leann: Really? Their songs are very popular all round Asia now. I am also a big fan of theirs.
Angie: Yes, their new album just came out last week. It is number one on the billboard.
Leann: I really love their dancing. They are all excellent dancers.... | Angie went to Super Junior's concert last night. Both Angie and Leann love their songs and dancing. Angie invites Leann to buy their new album together. |
train_11915 | Revkah: What's your major weak point?
Lyndsey: I haven't been involved in international business, so I don't have any experience.
Revkah: What are you greatest strength?
Lyndsey: Honest, hardworking and responsible.
Revkah: Does your present employer know you are looking for another job?
Lyndsey: No, I haven't discusse... | Lyndsey tells Revkah Lyndsey's major weak point and the greatest strength. Lyndsey hasn't told Lyndsey's employer about Lyndsey's career plan. |
train_11916 | Ania: Hi, excuse me, Sir? I'm looking for a dress shoe. My usual pair that I'Ve had for years have finally been stretched out of shape. They don't provide any support anymore.
John: Sure, what kind of shoe are you looking for? We'Ve got strappy sandals, sleek high heels, edgy pumps, or if you're looking for something a... | Ania wants to buy some classic black high heels. John recommends open-toe shoes but Ania wants close-toe ones and Ania doesn't like pointed toes, too. Ania then tries one on but is still dissatisfied. Ania'll come back another time. |
train_11917 | Osbourne: I was meaning to ask you if you saw the basketball game on Friday.
Neely: I wanted to go, but I couldn't.
Osbourne: It was a great game.
Neely: It's too bad that I couldn't make it. Who won?
Osbourne: Our team played hard and won.
Neely: I really wish I went to the game.
Osbourne: It was the best game ever.
N... | Neely didn't see the basketball game. Osbourne tells Neely their team won and the final score was 101-98. Neely'll make it to the next one. |
train_11918 | Parke: You like this china tea set, don't you?
Wesley: Yes, but can you show me the other colour ones?
Parke: Sure. How about the brown one?
Wesley: No, I don't like the brown one.
Parke: The blue one?
Wesley: Good, I like it.
Parke: You've made a good choice. This china tea set is unusual. It was made in Jingdezhen.
W... | Wesley likes the China tea set and buys a blue one with Parke's assistance. |
train_11919 | Remington: Which social problem do you think the government needs to concentrate on most?
Seymour: I think housing is a big problem. There are thousands of homeless people on the streets.
Remington: How would you solve the problem?
Seymour: I have a good idea to solve it. The government could provide some money for hom... | Seymour thinks housing is a big social problem and the government should offer some money for the homeless. Remington thinks education is the biggest problem. They both think the government should use money responsibly. |
train_11920 | Sallyann: How far do we have to go?
Bill: About 50 miles.
Sallyann: The traffic is not very heavy on this high way, is it? So I'm sure we'll make it.
Bill: No, but we'Ve got a hurry. It will be the rush hour soon.
Sallyann: Don't worry. There's plenty of time yet.
Bill: But it's Friday today. This road is always jam pa... | Sallyann and Bill need to go about 50 miles. Sallyann thinks they have plenty of time while Bill thinks they must hurry to avoid traffic jams. |
train_11921 | Oralee: Everyone seems to be on a diet. Have you noticed that?
Jody: At least everyone is talking about it. A neighbour of mine is on a banana diet. She eats a banana for breakfast, one for lunch, and two for dinner.
Oralee: That's bad for the teeth and health. Has she lost any weight?
Jody: She doesn't look any thinne... | Jody tells Oralee about different dieting ways Oralee's neighbor, Oralee's sister, and Oralee's cousin adopt to lose weight. Oralee thinks the best way is to eat less and exercise more. |
train_11922 | Molli: What can I do for you?
Aphrodite: I would like to buy some notebooks. How much is a notebook?
Molli: Two yuan.
Aphrodite: I also want some pencils.
Molli: How many do you want?
Aphrodite: Five notebooks and four pencils.
Molli: Did you say five notebooks and four pencils?
Aphrodite: Yes. You're right.
Molli: Oh,... | Molli helps Aphrodite buy five notebooks and four pencils. |
train_11923 | Cati: You know the party last night? Lots of old faces from college were there.
Sally: Really?
Cati: Yeah. Sally was there with her husband; I heard he,s something very high up and important in some business company.
Sally: Yes, I heard that too. To tell you the truth, I never really expected her to marry someone succe... | Cati went to a party last night and tells Sally about some old college friends who were there. |
train_11924 | Jeff: Jeff, I'm going to the supermarket. Do you want to come with me?
Jess: I think the supermarket is closed now.
Jeff: Oh, When does it close?
Jess: It closes at 7:00 on Sundays.
Jeff: That's too bad.
Jess: Don't worry, we can go tomorrow morning. It opens at 8:00.
Jeff: Alright. What do you want to do now?
J... | Jeff invites Jeff to the supermarket but it's closed. Jeff suggests taking a walk and going out to dinner with Jeff's sister who has lived in San Francisco for 10 years. |
train_11925 | Seth: Is that your phone?
Meggie: yes, it's my new business phone. Do you like it?
Seth: it's very impressive. Can you use the Internet on your phone?
Meggie: yes, it's got wireless Internet access.
Seth: that's really convenient. Does it have the Bluetooth?
Meggie: yes, but I don't really use it that often. Have ... | Meggie gets a new phone with wireless Internet access, Bluetooth, and a camera. Seth requests to use Meggie's phone to check an important e-mail and then Seth finds Meggie has an unread voice message as Meggie doesn't really know how to use the phone. Seth's phone quits working last week so Meggie suggests going shoppi... |
train_11926 | Boris: We'd like a room with two beds, please.
The desk clerk: A double? Let's see . . . I can put you in room 1405. It faces the river and has a wonderful view.
Jo-Ann: That will be fine. Since we're going to be fourteen stories above the ground, I think we should definitely have a room with a view. Boris, I saw you... | Boris and Jo-Ann get a double room on the fourteenth floor with The desk clerk's assistance. Jo-Ann tells Boris that Jo-Ann can see Boris on the balcony from the street. |
train_11927 | Matt: Do you think that climate change is responsible for the recent floods?
Dino: It could be. There are floods in this country almost every year, but in recent years they have been more widespread and more frequent.
Matt: It seems that the climate in this country is changing.
Dino: The summers are hotter. The last... | Dino thinks climate change is responsible for the recent floods and Matt thinks it reveals human damage to the environment. They hope the governments can solve the problem. |
train_11928 | Aryn: Do you have experience in advertising?
Renelle: Yes, I used to have a part-time job in advertising company.
Aryn: What were you mean duties there?
Renelle: I mostly did advertising planning.
Aryn: What qualities do you think an advertising planner should have?
Renelle: I think an advertising planner should h... | Renelle tells Aryn Renelle's past experience in advertising. Aryn thinks the most important thing is to continuously improve abilities. |
train_11929 | Julius Wong: May, you'll never guess who I met at the cafeteria. Julius Wong.
May: You mean our former monitor in high school?
Julius Wong: Yes.
May: How is she doing? I still remember how excellent she was as chairman of the students union.
Julius Wong: She graduated from Fudan University and then got her masters degr... | Julius Wong tells May Julius Wong ran into their former monitor in high school who used to work in New York but has come back to Shanghai to give art lessons at Fudan University. |
train_11930 | Millicent: You're at the Royal Dance School, aren't you?
Arlinda: Yes, that's right. I'm in the second year class. We're all 12 years old.
Millicent: How many pupils are there at the dance school?
Arlinda: About 120 boys and girls from 11 to 16 years old.
Millicent: What do you learn?
Arlinda: English language, French,... | Arlinda tells Millicent Arlinda's at the Royal Dance School and tells Millicent about the school schedule. |
train_11931 | Milo: Hello, Milo. I'm having problems finding the Conference Center. I passed the Star Hotel, but couldn't find Denman Street.
Marcile: OK, Denman Street is closed today, because of a serious accident. So you'll need to get back and take Trinity Way instead. Slow down when you see the gas station and take a right ther... | Milo tells Milo how to get to the Conference Center. |
train_11932 | Germaine: And so the man with the dark mask rescued the princess from her kidnappers. After helping her off her white horse, the hero leaned over and kissed her.
the princess: Wait! I don't want to hear about all that romantic stuff. Why do these stories always have to have kissing in them? Yuck, I hate that. Can't you... | Germaine's telling the princess a story but the princess doesn't like the romantic stuff. the princess wants to listen to the fighting part but Germaine insists on telling the whole thing. |
train_11933 | Jo-Ann: Hi, John. How was your summer?
John: Great. I did a lot of exercise. It seemed you lost a lot of weight. How did you do it?
Jo-Ann: Remember how we used to have fast food every day? Well, I started replacing that with fruits milk and vegetables.
John: I could lose a few pounds. Would you help me?
Jo-Ann: Sure. ... | Jo-Ann lost weight by replacing fast food with fruits, milk, and vegetables. John asks Jo-Ann to help him lose weight and suggests forming a healthy food club. |
train_11934 | Iain: Hello, can I help you?
Jessie: Yes, I'd like to go on a sailing holiday this summer in Italy.
Iain: Have you been sailing before?
Jessie: No, I wanted to go to Sweden last year. But I didn't have enough money.
Iain: Well, it is quite expensive. Sailing holiday start at about 300 pounds.
Jessie: Yes, my friends we... | Jessie wants a sailing holiday and tells Iain Jessie's budget. Iain recommends the Aqua Center in north Italy. |
train_11935 | Alaine: Good afternoon. I'll show you to your room.
Annadiane: Thank you.
Alaine: Could you tell me which bags are yours?
Annadiane: They're over there next to the door. Those three with green tags on them.
Alaine: Could you wait a moment? I have to get a trolley. May I see your room key, please?
Annadiane: Sure, here ... | Alaine gets a trolley for Annadiane's bags and shows Annadiane to the room. |
train_11936 | John Anderson: I'd like to make sure my plane reservation is in order.
Sig: May I have your flight number, please?
John Anderson: World Airlines, Flight 201.
Sig: And your name, please?
John Anderson: John Anderson.
Sig: Yes, sir. You're booked on Flight 201, leaving in one hour.
John Anderson: Thank you. | John Anderson asks Sig to check his plane reservation. |
train_11937 | Stacy: Hey Stacy. What's going on?
Julieta: I'm pretty tired these days.
Stacy: Why? You're not working so don't you have a lot of time on your hands?
Julieta: I have so much house work to do. I have to take care of the kids, cook, clean, laundry, and the cycle never ends.
Stacy: How about your husband. Does he help mu... | Stacy tells Stacy she feels tired because she has so much housework to do. She also complains about her lazy husband who expects Stacy to do everything. |
train_11938 | Jeramie: What's for dinner tonight?
Patrice: What are you planning on cooking?
Jeramie: I'm not making anything.
Patrice: If you plan on eating, you are.
Jeramie: What am I supposed to cook?
Patrice: What do you feel like having?
Jeramie: I want some chicken and potatoes.
Patrice: That sounds really good.
Jeramie: When... | Patrice has no plans on cooking tonight, so Jeramie will make it. |
train_11939 | Bob Jones: Hello miss. Can I see your ticket number?
Wang: Sure, here you are. And here are my application forms as well.
Bob Jones: Thank you miss. . . Wang. I'm Bob Jones and I'll be handling your application.
Wang: Nice to meet you Mr. Jones.
Bob Jones: The first step is to determine your eligibility for a U. S. vis... | Miss Wang will attend a conference and visit friends in the U.S. Bob Jones determines Miss Wang's eligibility for a U.S. visa and tells her a regular visitor's visa should suffice. |
train_11940 | Di: After you go back to your country, I think I will invite you to my home someday.
Bjorne: Thank you! I would love to!
Di: What's the weather like in your country? I suppose it must be warmer than here.
Bjorne: Oh, yes. We have rather mild winters. It always has much sunshine in winter. But it was very foggy when I l... | Di and Bjorne talk about the different winter weather in Bjorne's country and Beijing. They also talk about today's temperature and the best season in Beijing. Di welcomes Bjorne to come to Beijing in the fall. |
train_11941 | Laverne: How big is this parking lot in our community?
Jonathan: It has fifty parking spaces.
Laverne: So you guys should be always busy.
Jonathan: Why?
Laverne: I bet it is always full of cars.
Jonathan: Quite the contrary, sir. Plenty of the spaces here are free when people drive their cars out to work.
Laverne: Ah. ... | Jonathan tells Laverne the parking lot in the community isn't always busy, so Jonathan decides to rent some of the spaces out at the hourly rates. |
train_11942 | Quinton: Bell Computers Limited, can I help you?
Valina: Hello, I'd like to speak to Mike please.
Quinton: Hold on please.
Valina: Hello, I'm afraid Mike's unavailable right now. He's in a meeting. Can I take a message?
Quinton: Yes, can you please let him know I called and ask him to call me back as soon as he can? My... | Mary wants to speak to Mike. Valina tells her Mike is unavailable and helps her to leave a message. |
train_11943 | Gav: Good morning!
Elwyn: Good morning, Gav! Did you sleep well last night?
Gav: I slept like a baby. I fell asleep right away last night, didn't wake up once, and didn't have any nightmares!
Elwyn: That's great news! You look much more relaxed than you did yesterday.
Gav: I feel much better, but I'm still worried abou... | Gav felt much better because he slept well last night but he worries about the traffic jam and the classes. Elwyn suggests breathing deeply when Gav feels getting upset and trying not to take on more than he can handle. |
train_11944 | Renaud: Which team do you think will emerge with the last laugh in this World Cup?
Lida: I wish it could be Germany. But it seems they are not in a very good conditions.
Renaud: No, they aren't. They had a hard time in the group stage and only sealed a sit in the eighth-finals with Wallack's header in the final three m... | Renaud and Lida are talking about the World Cup. Lida thinks Germans are not in a very good condition but then agrees with Renaud that they still have very high hopes since they have a good reputation for their tenacity and discipline. |
train_11945 | Cody: I can't decide whether to go to university or to get a job.
Aubree: Well, if I were you, I'd go on studying.
Cody: But I don't even know what to study.
Aubree: If I had chance again, I'd major in English. You're good at language.
Cody: That's what my parents want me to do.
Aubree: You should take their advice. Th... | Cody can't decide whether to go to university or to get a job. Aubree suggests going to university where Cody still has time for fun and can find a part-time job. |
train_11946 | Ernie: I want to take Shield on a date but I don't have much money.
Freddie: What does she like to do?
Ernie: She likes to golf, dance, and eat foreign food.
Freddie: Hmm. Sounds like she has pretty pricey tastes.
Ernie: Well, I really like being with her.
Freddie: Have you thought about going Dutch?
Ernie: Dutch, wher... | Ernie doesn't have much money for dating with Shield. Freddie suggests going Dutch and explains what it is. |
train_11947 | Mark: Mark, you've been coming home late these days. What are you busy doing?
Barnard: Nothing important. I've been working overtime lately.
Mark: How many hours do you work each day now?
Barnard: 12 hours, including 5 hours overtime.
Mark: That's tough indeed! Do you think your health can afford?
Barnard: I don't care... | Mark has been working overtime. Mark asks if he thinks it's worth it. Mark thinks so because he will be paid time and a half. |
train_11948 | Tiebout: I used to think that Americans had so much money they didn't know what to do with it.
Chinese: You did?
Tiebout: Yes. But now I'Ve learned differently. Now I have a more realistic opinion.
Chinese: What do you think now?
Tiebout: There are lots of jobs, and almost everybody works. There is a high standard of l... | Tiebout and Chinese agree that Americans and Chinese both work hard to earn money but they have different spending habits. |
train_11949 | George: Hi, Mikel. What's with you? You look angry.
Mikel: No, I just check my weight, I'm getting fatter.
George: True, you are getting a really pot belly, aren't you?
Mikel: I'll get you for that comments, George.
George: Just kidding, Mikel. Why don't you come work out with me?
Mikel: ah, I don't know a fit works. L... | Mikel is getting fatter. George invites him to work out together. But Mikel thinks exercise is not for him. George keeps encouraging Mikel. |
train_11950 | Anne-Mar: Do you know which stop we get off at?
Gerhardt: We still have more to go, I think.
Anne-Mar: We've been on this bus for a while now.
Gerhardt: You're right.
Anne-Mar: Should we have gotten off the bus already?
Gerhardt: I don't think so.
Anne-Mar: I thought you knew.
Gerhardt: Maybe we did miss our stop.
Anne... | Gerhardt and Anne-Mar missed the stop and Anne-Mar'll never catch the bus with Gerhardt again. |
train_11951 | Townsend: It's time for you to wake up.
Rhody: Give me five more minutes. I'm really tired this morning.
Townsend: I'm sorry, but it's time for you to get ready for school.
Rhody: I get that, but let me just sleep for a little bit longer.
Townsend: You're not going to get up in five minutes if I let you fall back aslee... | Townsend wakes Rhody up and agrees that Rhody can sleep for five more minutes after Rhody promises to be on time. |
train_11952 | Stacy: Do you have a reservation, sir?
Bruce: No, I am afraid we don't.
Stacy: I'm sorry. The restaurant is full now. You have to wait for about half an hour. Would you care to have a drink at the lounge until a table is available?
Bruce: No, thanks. We'll come back later. May I reserve a table for two?
Stacy: Yes, of ... | Bruce reserves a table at Stacy's restaurant, which is full now and will come back later. |
train_11953 | Miao Ping: Hello Mr. Janus. What can we do for you today?
Mr. Janus: Hello, Miao Ping. It's that time again ; I want to convert my salary. You know, it's so annoying. I wish my company could just pay me in RIB.
Miao Ping: Haha! I actually think that many locals would disagree with you ; they are all dying to be paid in... | Mr. Janus comes to Miao Ping to convert his salary to RMB. Miao Ping needs his passport and asks him to fill in the exchange form. |
train_11954 | Yves: Good morning. I understand that you'Ve got a problem with your washing machine. I'm from the repair company.
Robbie: Excellent. Come in please. The washing machine is in the bathroom upstairs. It keeps breaking down.
Yves: When did it first break down?
Robbie: About ten days ago. I'Ve tried to use it since then. ... | Robbie's washing machine keeps breaking down. Yves who is from the repair company comes to check and finds part of the motor is loose. Yves can put it back in place easily. |
train_11955 | Rollin: What's the matter here?
Tiena: Somebody broke into my house in the morning.
Rollin: When did you find out?
Tiena: About 12 o'clock, when I came home from work.
Rollin: Apparently forced entry. The lock is battered to pieces.
Tiena: I wonder how the burglar did it.
Rollin: He is so unskillful. I have never seen ... | Tiena's house was broken into. Rollin comes to check and thinks the burglar caused the mess. But actually, that's because Tiena didn't clean it. |
train_11956 | Tina: Hello?
Joe: Hi Tina, It's Joe.
Tina: Hi Joe.
Joe: How's the weather there today?
Tina: It's really cold. It snowed all day and the schools closed early.
Joe: What's the temperature?
Tina: It's 30 degrees now. It was even colder this morning.
Joe: Have you heard what the weather is going to be like tomorrow?
Tina:... | Joe and Tina talk about the cold weather and temperature at each other's place. They like summer but don't like winter. |
train_11957 | Vivi: What's combined transportation?
Maximilian: If the goods are to be transshipped from one means of transportation to another during the course of the entire voyage, it's called'combined transportation'.
Vivi: Why is it necessary?
Maximilian: It's simpler and cheaper to arrange multi-model combined transportation. | Maximilian explains to Vivi what is combined transportation and why it's necessary. |
train_11958 | Neddy: Good afternoon. Which service do you require.
Oona: I need to increase the amount of my L / C. It's quite a new one ; I opened it 12 days ago.
Neddy: What you need to do is apply for an amendment on your existing L / C.
Oona: How do I go about that?
Neddy: You'll need to fill in this application form and there i... | Oona wants to increase the amount of Oona's L/C. Neddy asks Oona to fill in an application form and pay for it. |
train_11959 | Nalani: Can I bring you anything else?
Tonnie: No, thank you. Just the check.
Nalani: Let me get this.
Tonnie: No, it is my treat.
Nalani: Are you sure?
Tonnie: Yes, I owed you for last time.
Nalani: All right. If you insist. Next time it is on me, though. | Tonnie insists on treating Nalani and Nalani agrees. |
train_11960 | Candida Fawcett: Good morning.
Orrin: Er, good morning, yes, er. . .
Candida Fawcett: I'm phoning about the job that was in the paper last night.
Orrin: Oh, yes. Erm, well, could you tell me your name, please?
Candida Fawcett: Oh, Candida Fawcett.
Orrin: Oh, yes. Erm, well, what exactly is it that interests you about t... | Candida Fawcett calls Orrin about the job in the paper. Then Orrin asks Candida about the exact work experience. |
train_11961 | Juliann: Good morning. Do I need an appointment?
Emilio: No, ma'am, there's only one person ahead of you. You won't have to wait long.
Juliann: Thank you.
Emilio: All right, madam, it's your turn. What will it be today?
Juliann: I've been wearing my hair long for years, but now I'd like to try some kind of modern style... | Juliann is tired of her old-fashioned hair and wants to try a modern style. Emilio washes Juliann's hair first, recommends a stye and blow-dries Juliann's hair. Juliann is satisfied with it. |
train_11962 | Sonnie: The system keeps crashing when I try to access the personnel database.
Piotr: I think the file is too big. You'll need to expand your memory. First, close down all the files you have open, and then. . . | Piotr helps Sonnie with the crashing system. |
train_11963 | Adriaens: Would you like a ticket to the concert tonight? I bought it on the spur of the moment. I forget I would visit my professor to discuss my paper.
Sherry: Thanks. I'd like to go. I haven't been to any concerts this month. | Adriaens can't go to the concert and gives Sherry the ticket. |
train_11964 | Ingemar: Could you tell me where our library is?
Andrzej: It's in the building next to ours.
Ingemar: Is it the big white one?
Andrzej: Yes, a great number of books are kept in the library. It has books in Chinese, English, Russian, German, French and many other languages.
Ingemar: Are there any reading rooms in the bu... | Andrzej tells Ingemar where the library is and then gives Ingemar some information on its facilities, opening hours, and how to look up 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' that Ingemar wants to borrow. |
train_11965 | Lorrie: What's your major?
Rene: Hotel management.
Lorrie: What do you want to do when you graduate?
Rene: I'd like to work for a hotel or a travel agency in this area. How about you?
Lorrie: At first I wanted to major in French or history, but I realized I might have a hard time finding a job, so I major in computer s... | Lorrie and Rene talk about their majors, their career plans, and how they support themselves through school. |
train_11966 | Natalee: Why is it so hot these days?
Derk: The weather report says another typhoon is forming in the western Pacific and is moving towards the mainland.
Natalee: That's why it's burning hot these days. By the way, will our city be hit by the typhoon?
Derk: I'm afraid so. It will hit our city on its way towards the mai... | Derk tells Natalee why it's so hot these days and when the typhoon will arrive and asks Natalee to be careful. |
train_11967 | Harriet: Andrew, you're quite a hero, aren't you?
Andrew: Am I? I didn't know.
Harriet: Have you ever been on the radio before?
Andrew: No, not really. I mean I've never found so much money before.
Harriet: Tell me what happened that morning.
Andrew: Well, I collected my newspapers at about 8 o'clock and started my pa-... | Harriet thinks Andrew is a hero and asks Andrew about his experience this morning. Andrew told Harriet how he found the money and what he did with it. |
train_11968 | Sheff: Good afternoon. I'm looking for a second-hand car and I believe you sell cars.
Tessa: Yes. I have one here that may interest you.
Sheff: Ah, yes. A friend told me about it. What make is it?
Tessa: It's a Lincoln.
Sheff: Is it MS 560 or MF 558? I don't want either of them. I want a MF 650 one.
Tessa: Oh, it's the... | Sheff's looking for a second-hand car. Tessa recommends a Lincoln. But Sheff thinks the price is too high for a second-hand car and wants to try it out. |
train_11969 | Marisa: Hello, Amy. Are you coming to my birthday party?
Amy: Yes, I am. How do I get to your house from the station?
Marisa: Well, call me when you get to the station and I'll come and pick you up in my car.
Amy: Are you sure it won't be too much trouble?
Marisa: It's no trouble at all. It only takes about 15 minutes.... | Marisa asks Amy to call Marisa when she comes to Marisa's birthday party so that Marisa can pick her up at the station. Then Amy checks Marisa's phone number. |
train_11970 | Omar: What? You want to leave early?
Quinn: Yes. Can I?
Omar: Do you really need to?
Quinn: Yes. Is it OK with you?
Omar: Is it important?
Quinn: Yes. Do you mind?
Omar: You really have to?
Quinn: Yes. Will you let me?
Omar: I guess so. | Quinn wants to leave early. Omar is reluctant but agrees. |
train_11971 | Julissa: What upsets you?
Gwen: My parents called. As usual, they reminded me again that I should have a plan to marry by my late 20s. Easier set than done. Who should I marry? I have no time to go on a date.
Julissa: It is not your mother finding one for you?
Gwen: I will find one myself, of course. I'm a modern gi... | Gwen is upset because her parents urge her to get married. Julissa suggests she use the internet as dating methods, but Gwen doesn't want to post her personal information on the internet. |
train_11972 | Mary: Good afternoon, Kate. Come in.
Kate: Good afternoon, Mary.
Mary: Welcome to my home. Mom, this is my good friend, Kate. Kate, this is my mom.
Natalee: I'm pleased to meet you, Kate.
Kate: Glad to meet you.
Natalee: Sit down, please. Would you like to have a cup of tea or coffee?
Kate: Coffee, please.
Natal... | Kate visits Kate's home. Mary's mom offers Kate with some refreshments and Mary shows a picture of her family to Kate. |
train_11973 | Alysa: What's the problem? You don't look happy.
Lorna: I failed my oral test.
Alysa: How come?
Lorna: I'm not practicing enough.
Alysa: Why don't you go to the English corner to talk to your classmates in English quite often ?
Lorna: When I talk to Chinese, I always want to speak Chinese.
Alysa: You should alway... | Lorna failed the oral test. Alysa advises Lorna to practice more. |
train_11974 | Reginauld: Sam, what shall I do with my stocks? Will I lose money?
Sam: There's a possibility.
Reginauld: What do you mean by that?
Sam: I mean if you don't sell your shares now, it's quite likely that you'll end up losing your shirt.
Reginauld: Is that so?
Sam: Absolutely. Take my word for it. | Sam warns that Reginauld will lose money if Reginauld doesn't sell the shares now. |
train_11975 | Lily: David, I'm going to China.
David: Really? How do you get the chance?
Lily: You know. I took part in the Chinese contest. I was the best and they gave me this reward. I don't have to pay for my trip.
David: Congratulations. How lucky you are!
Lily: Thank you. I'm leaving tomorrow morning.
David: I'm sure you'... | Lily won the Chinese contest and will go to China free of charge. David congratulates her. |
train_11976 | Marcio: All right, so this is what we are going to do. I've carefully mapped this out, so don't screw it up. Mr. Rabbit, you and Mr. Fox will go into the bank wearing these uniforms. We managed to get replicas of the one the guards wear when they pick up the money.
Mr. Rabbit: Got it.
Mr. Fox: No problem, boss.
Marc... | Marcio gives instructions to Mr. Rabbit and Mr. Fox to go into the bank in uniforms and take as much money as they can. |
train_11977 | Herman: Herman, why are you so excited?
Adelind: I have met a beautiful girl.
Herman: Have you fallen in love?
Adelind: Yes. At first sight.
Herman: Can you describe the situation at that time?
Adelind: At that time her back was ramrod straight as she sailed by, her tone is best, neither over-passionate, nor too c... | Herman falls in love with a girl. Herman asks him to talk about the situation and the girl's outlook. |
train_11978 | Guthrie: I'm freezing, the forecast said it would be warm today.
Korney: But you should always be prepared for all types of weather.
Guthrie: How? You mean I should carry 4 sets of clothes with me everyday?
Korney: I mean, you had better bring a coat if the mornings a little cold, and pack an umbrella in your briefcase... | Korney advises Guthrie to get prepared for all types of weather. Guthrie wants to go down to the beach if the weather clears up. Korney doesn't think Guthrie should do so. |
train_11979 | Marie-Ann: Great job on your chemistry test, Anna. This is your second be in a row.
Anna: B plus actually, so there is a small improvement that.
Marie-Ann: So what have you been doing? You used to be a D student before?
Anna: I've joined a study group, our members discuss all the difficult stuff.
Marie-Ann: Great idea.... | Marie-Ann wonders how Anna, a D student, improves so much in chemistry. Anna tells Marie-Ann she joined a study group and how she found it. |
train_11980 | Ignaz: Hi Leo. You seem sleepy. Are you OK?
Leo: Oh, my neighborhood is so noisy. I can't sleep much.
Ignaz: Why? What's going on in your neighborhood?
Leo: The road near my house has been under construction for half a year. It's still not done.
Ignaz: Is it really loud?
Leo: Oh, it's terrible. If they don't finish the... | Leo can't sleep much because the road near his house has been under construction. Ignaz advises him to hold a neighborhood meeting. |
train_11981 | Dinah: Dave, I'm going to pick up food and drink for Saturday's picnic. Any suggestions?
Dave: Well, everyone has been talking about having a barbecue down by the river. So why don't you pick up some hamburger and hot dogs?
Dinah: OK, but how much hamburger meat are we going to need? And hot dogs, too.
Dave: I don't kn... | Dave and Dinah discuss the types and quantity of food needed for the picnic. Dave also advises Dinah to ask Kathy to make the dessert. |
train_11982 | Jessey: What are you having for lunch?
Corbin: I got a sandwich, some chips, and a soda.
Jessey: Did you bring that from home?
Corbin: I got it from the cafeteria.
Jessey: What kind of sandwich did you get?
Corbin: They messed up my order and gave me a bologna sandwich.
Jessey: How was it?
Corbin: Considering it wasn't... | The cafeteria messed up Corbin's lunch order. This cafeteria didn't get Jessey's order right either. |
train_11983 | Nacy: Hi, Jeny.Are still working?
Jeny: Hi, Nacy.Come in please. I'm just putting away on my books.
Nacy: So, you are leaving, aren't you?
Jeny: yes, I'm going to take a holiday tomorrow.
Nacy: How nice! I can see you are busying packing. I'm sorry to interrupt you.
Jeny: That's all right. I'm almost finished.Do you ne... | Jeny is going on a holiday tomorrow and is busying packing. She will help Nacy go over her paperwork. |
train_11984 | Marty: Good evening, Pizza House. This is Marty speaking. May I take your order?
Mattie: Um yes. I'd like a medium pizza with pepperoni, olives, and extra cheese.
Marty: We have a two-for-one special on large pizzas. Would you like a large pizza instead?
Mattie: Sure, that sounds good.
Marty: Great! Would you like your... | Marty wants a medium pizza, then Marty orders a large one when Mattie tells there is a two-for-one special on large pizzas. |
train_11985 | Atalanta: You have been here for how long? Four months now?
Emery: Yeah, about.
Atalanta: Do you know Chinese better now?
Emery: Oh, definitely. I remember, when I first arrived in Guangzhou, my girlfriend was haggling with a sales clerk over the price of a mobile phone.
Atalanta: Oh, yeah. Many Chinese like to bargain... | Emery has been in China for four months. When Emery first arrived in Guangzhou, Emery felt the tone used when the Chinese bargain was a shouting match. Atalanta tells Emery it is quite natural to Chinese. |
train_11986 | Jessamyn: You look like in perfect condition.
Jodi: I go to the gym every day to keep fit.
Jessamyn: Which sports do you participate in?
Jodi: I've been doing yoga for a long time.
Jessamyn: Can you tell me something about yoga?
Jodi: Yoga is used to promote people's physical, intellectual and mental harmony and health... | Jodi has been doing yoga for a long time because it helps keep fit and have peace of mind. |
train_11987 | Sheelagh: I was wondering whether you could ship the tennis racket overseas to Taiwan.
Giuseppe: I'm sorry we don't ship overseas. It's too much trouble.
Sheelagh: I understand you don't have a history of shipping overseas, but I am willing to pay extra for shipping.
Giuseppe: Maybe we could make an exception for you i... | Giuseppe tells Sheelagh Giuseppe can ship the tennis racket overseas to Taiwan if Sheelagh wins the bid. |
train_11988 | Osborne: Hello, the International Hotel. May I help you?
Nova: Yes, I'd like to make a reservation for eight tonight.
Osborne: What time would you like your table?
Nova: At 7:30 pm. And I would like to sit in the non-smoking area.
Osborne: Would you like to sit in the hall or in the private room?
Nova: The private room... | Nova makes a reservation at the International Hotel for eight at 7: 30 tonight. Osborne helps Nova reserve Room 208 under the name of Nova. |
train_11989 | Garvy: Front desk. May I help you?
Esta: I'm going to check out tomorrow. Then we'll be back in a week's time. Can I leave my luggage here.
Garvy: Yes. Sure. You do have storage service. When will be checking out tomorrow?
Esta: About nine thirty in the morning.
Garvy: Shall we arrange a bail boy to pick up your luggag... | Esta will check out tomorrow and wants storage service. Garvy arranges a bail boy and will pick up Esta's luggage at nine. |
train_11990 | Jacquette: Every year, the South has the floods. It is an act of God.
Meta: Do you really think so?
Jacquette: Yeah, you have some other ideas?
Meta: Think, in some way it is an act of God, but in another way, it just is caused by us.
Jacquette: For example?
Meta: We didn't pay attention to the environment, cut down tr... | Jacquette thinks the flood is an act of God, while Meta thinks it's caused by people damaging the environment. |
train_11991 | Margarete: You don't look like enjoying this workout.
Gwen: I'm not crazy about it at all.
Margarete: You don't like this sort of exercise?
Gwen: I'm not interested in it. Are you keen on it?
Margarete: Yes, that's funny. I thought you liked it.
Gwen: I hate it.
Margarete: Never mind. It'll be over in 10 minutes.
Gwen:... | Margarete likes one type of exercise which doesn't interest Gwen. |
train_11992 | Susan: Excuse me? Is this where I register? I'd like to sign up for my courses for next semester.
Gwendolin: Yes, of course. I need your student ID please.
Susan: Here you are.
Gwendolin: Okay, Susan. It says here that you are a business major and you are in your second year. Is this information correct?
Susan: Yes. I ... | Susan is signing up for courses for next semester and she needs to get a minor in fundamental linguistics, consumer psychology, and neuroanatomy. |
train_11993 | Prudi: Do you have any plans for tomorrow night?
Deni: Not really. I wasn thinking of maybe going to a movie. Do you want to go with me?
Prudi: Sure. What movies were you thinking about going to?
Deni: Have you heard of Hot Fuzz?
Prudi: Yes. Isn't the director of that movie the same guy who directed Shaun of the Dead?
... | Deni invites Prudi to see a movie named 'Hot Fuzz'. Prudi doesn't like it and then Prudi suggests 'seeing You, Me and Dupree'. They finally agree on seeing 'Becoming Jane' at the Phoenix Theatres. They will meet there at about 7:45 tomorrow night. |
train_11994 | Avery: That is the most beautiful sunset!
Danielle: Let's stop the car and enjoy it for a minute.
Avery: Here is a good place. Let's get out.
Danielle: Wow. We don't get to see this in the city!
Avery: Mother Nature is quite an artist.
Danielle: Look behind us at the mountains! They're reflecting pink!
Avery: Amazing. ... | Avery and Danielle are enjoying the beautiful sunset and Danielle wants to catch this on film. |
train_11995 | Anallise: Hey, Mike. Can I ask you something?
Mike: Sure, what's up?
Anallise: I'm going to gamble on the world cup tonight. Who do you think will win?
Mike: Good question. I have to think about it.
Anallise: My husband is betting on France.
Mike: France? Is he crazy?
Anallise: What do you mean?
Mike: Well, how do I pu... | Anallise 's husband is betting on France on the world cup, but Mike thinks France is terrible. |
train_11996 | Aubine: what did you do over the weekend?
Ines: I went a global warming rally in London. It was fantastic to be around so many people who care about the environment.
Aubine: do you think there's anything we can do to reverse the damage that's been done already?
Ines: it might not be possible to fix the problems that we... | Ines went to a global warming rally in London last weekend. Ines suggests using public transport and renewable energy, and taking recyclable items to a recycling center to protect the environment. Ines thinks the issue of greatest concern is having enough clean water for everyone. |
train_11997 | Marni: I really don't know how to break this to you, but it's eating me alive!
Lyssa: Just tell the truth. I won't take it personally.
Marni: Well. . . hum. You are sure you won't lose control of yourself?
Lyssa: Sometimes it's wise to be direct with people. Come on, just tell me. Don't beat around the bush, please!
Ma... | Marni tells Lyssa they have won two free tickets to Hawaii for a seven-day vacation and this surprises Lyssa. |
train_11998 | Micky: Are you going to Helen's birthday party on Friday evening?
Helen: I wouldn't miss it for the world! It's sure to be fun. She's invited a lot of people. Do you think everyone will be able to get into her house?
Micky: If everyone turned up, it would be a squeeze, but a few people said that they couldn't go, so I ... | Micky and Helen are going to Helen's birthday party on Friday evening. Micky has got her a birthday present and will take a bottle of wine. |
train_11999 | Margaretta: I really need to lose some weight. I should go on a diet.
Octavius: I think you should work out more too.
Margaretta: Wow! You are much skinnier since the last time I saw you.
Octavius: I have lost about five kilos.
Margaretta: How did you do it?
Octavius: I was on a diet and exercised daily.
Margaretta: I ... | Octavius has lost about five kilos because Octavius exercised and was on a diet. Octavius advises Margaretta to go to a gym. |
train_12000 | Dorthea: Which services offered by your band do you use most?
Sylvester: I use several services. Of course, I deposit and withdraw money quite often. I often use my ATM card to take money out of my current account. I use my bank to exchange money form once currency t
Dorthea: Do you ever ask you bank for traveller's ch... | Sylvester uses the bank's deposit and withdrawal service, the traveler's check service, the utility service, and the mortgage service. Sylvester likes to buy stocks but Dorthea prefers to put Dorthea's money somewhere where the returns are more certain. |
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