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train_5101 | Emlyn: Are you watching the soccer match tonight? It must be the most exciting one in this season.
Joelle: Well, of course I can't miss it. Which team are you for?
Emlyn: Manchester United. What about you?
Joelle: Me too. Do you think they are going to get the championship this time?
Emlyn: I have confidence in them. | Both Emlyn and Joelle support Manchester United in tonight's match. |
train_5102 | Nikki: Mary, there's one more thing that you must do for me before you leave.
Mary: What is it?
Nikki: You have to take the math and English evaluation tests.
Mary: Why?
Nikki: Because you're from a foreign country. The school needs to find out how good you are at both basic skills.
Mary: It's so that I can be put into... | Mary is asked to take the evaluation tests to put her in the right classes. |
train_5103 | Xenos: Hey Claire, you've been really quiet these last few days. Is something wrong?
Claire: I've been really stressed. It's the end of the year and I've got so much stuff to do! I feel like I'm drowning in work.
Xenos: Well, stress is a real thing. It's not an imaginary condition.
Claire: It's seriously affecting my l... | Claire is undergoing great pressures because she has too much paperwork. Xenos comforts her that stress is normal for it's a part of the human condition and when you meet threats, your body will cause chemical reactions. Modern humans actually encounter more stresses than our ancestors. |
train_5104 | Phyllis: Have you heard that Tom and his wife divorced?
Lorie: I didn't hear that. But I can deduce the reason.
Phyllis: Really? Say it!
Lorie: Tom is a kind guy, but addicted to gambling. He spends all his time gambling in the casino. And his wife can't put up with his incessant gambling any longer, so she divorced hi... | Lorie deduces the reason why Tom divorced his wife is Tom's bad habit of gambling. Gambling makes people addicted and ruins themselves in the end. |
train_5105 | Sharon: Hello, could you tell me my test results?
Juliann: Your results are posted on the website. Just put in your password and you can see the exact numbers.
Sharon: Are you saying that all my results were normal?
Juliann: We always contact you by phone to come in if there is a need for follow-up.
Sharon: How will I ... | Juliann tells Sharon that Sharon can search his test results, know the purpose of the result and make comparisons in the past five years on the website. |
train_5106 | Darelle: My shirt needs ironing. Could you please help me with that, Mary?
Mary: No way. Do it yourself.
Darelle: Please, I promise this is the last time.
Mary: OK, I'll iron your shirt for you, but only if you make me a cup of coffee. | Mary won't iron Darelle's shirt unless he makes coffee for her. |
train_5107 | Horatia: how did you do on your BELTS exam?
Noe: fantastic! I got an overall score of eight.
Horatia: that's excellent! Have you received your conditional offers yet?
Noe: yes. I'm just waiting until I officially get admitted to the university with a conditional offer to apply for my visa.
Horatia: do you know where th... | Noe has achieved high scores in the BELTS exam and received the conditional offer. Now Noe is applying for the visa. Noe has been abroad before and has no immigration plan, so it is easy to get a visa. |
train_5108 | Jessee: Excuse me. Could you give me some directions?
Percival: What are you looking for?
Jessee: A gas station. My car ran out of gas two blocks back.
Percival: Walk straight ahead until you come to the second traffic light. Then turn right.
Jessee: Do you know the name of the street?
Percival: I can't remember, but i... | Percival points out the way to the gas station for Jessee and knows the price has gone up. |
train_5109 | Sara-Ann: I'm looking for a gift for my daughter.
Frederik: How about a laptop?
Sara-Ann: Yes, she needs something to help her at school.
Frederik: How about a Mac?
Sara-Ann: That sounds good. How much is one?
Frederik: Our newest 15 - inch Pro is only $ 2, 100.
Sara-Ann: Only $ 2, 100? Okay, let me have one.
Frederik:... | Frederik recommends Sara-Ann to buy a Mac for his daughter to help her studies at school. Sara-Ann makes the deal by credit. |
train_5110 | Emmy: Would you like a piece of birthday cake?
Dolores: No, thanks, I'll pass. It looks very tempting though.
Emmy: I thought strawberry cake with cream cheese frosting was your favorite?
Dolores: It is. I'm on a diet and strawberry cream cheese cake is not on it.
Emmy: A diet? What for? You are in great shape.
Dolores... | Dolores refuses the cake for Dolores is on a diet to control cholesterol. |
train_5111 | Francis: Francis, what's that?
Dorcas: Well, that is the chart showing our company's organizational structure.
Francis: Could you tell me something about it?
Dorcas: Ok. On the top, Mr. Thomas, the managing director, is responsible for running the company.
Francis: How many departments do we have?
Dorcas: Four. They ar... | Francis describes the chart with the organizational structure to Francis. Francis should report to Mr. White. |
train_5112 | Elinore: What would be a good day to finally move into the house?
Pincus: You can pick up your keys on Tuesday night. When you actually move in is up to you.
Elinore: Will the electricity and water be on, or do we need to do something to get it turned on?
Pincus: Make sure that you transfer the utilities to your name a... | Elinore is going to move to the new house on Tuesday. As for the preparation, Elinore has to transfer the name of utilities, clean the carpets, paint the walls and position the appliances when they arrive. |
train_5113 | Zalman: Good afternoon, it's nice to see you again. Have you decided to go ahead and try for the Fixed Asset Loan?
Persis: I'm going to need some more info first. I was wondering about the repayments. How long would I have to pay back the loan?
Zalman: That depends. Our repayment plans go from 1 year to 10 years. The F... | Zalman describes the Fixed Asset Loan is a long-term loan and can be paid part of the principle and interest in installment. Persis gets interests to continue. |
train_5114 | Keenan: How much do you have budgeted for our trip to Las Angeles?
Carlin: In total, it should be about $ 5, 000 for the week conference. Would you like to see the breakdown?
Keenan: Yes, I want to know exactly where the money is going. Give me a detailed report.
Carlin: First we have the airline tickets, which are $ 5... | Carlin shows the breakdown of $ 5, 000 budgets to Keenan. It shows the cost of airline tickets, accommodations, food expenses and other incidentals. They are estimated to $ 4000, and the last $1000 is the buffer. |
train_5115 | Antoinette: Would you like to go to work or continue your studies after graduation?
Rosemaria: I think I will continue my studies. Now it's not easy for a graduate with bachelor's degree to get a job since there are so many graduates with master's or doctor's degree. We are likely to lose in competing with them in the ... | Rosemaria decides to study aboard for a master's and doctor's degree so that he can improve his competing capacity in the job market. He is now preparing for the English tests which are crucial for him to get the scholarship. |
train_5116 | Lauraine: My computer isn't working.
Rawley: Tell me what the problem is.
Lauraine: I'm trying to turn it on, but it won't work.
Rawley: Try checking the connections.
Lauraine: Which ones are you referring to?
Rawley: The cords that you see behind your CPU that plug into an outlet.
Lauraine: Is that why it won't turn o... | Lauraine cannot open the computer, and Rawley tells Lauraine to check out if the cords is connected to the outlet. |
train_5117 | Cassaundra: Hello. Are you here to withdraw some money from your account at the Securities Company? I'll need to see your Passbook for that account.
Nealon: Right, here it is.
Cassaundra: Thanks. OK. . . your balance is 320, 214 RIB. How much do you require today?
Nealon: I'll take 4, 500 RIB, please.
Cassaundra: Pleas... | Cassaundra helps Nealon withdraw money from the security account. |
train_5118 | Rollin: What's the life expectancy in your country?
Tina: I'm not sure, but probably about 75 years. How about in your country?
Rollin: About 70, I think. This newspaper article talks about the problems of an aging population. It's a problem that will soon affect most of the world.
Tina: I heard that the government mig... | At first, Rollin and Tina are talking about the problem of the aging population. Then Rollin mentions Tina's new-born baby and Rollin's son. Tina thinks it is better to have a baby after the career is settled down and Rollin also agrees that the generation gap between parents and children is widening. |
train_5119 | Ben: Hi, Emma. What time is your piano exam on Thursday? Have you been practicing a lot?
Emma: It isn't on Thursday, Ben! It's tomorrow, Tuesday. Three o'clock in the afternoon. I've been practicing for two hours every evening this past week. But I enjoy playing so that's all right. I really want to do well in this exa... | Emma will take the piano exam tomorrow so she practices it hard everyday and hopes to do well in the exam. Then, Ben invites her to the cinema and Emma agrees to go. |
train_5120 | Addis: Hello.
Anne Lucas: Is this Mr. Green's office?
Addis: Yes, it is.
Anne Lucas: Is he there?
Addis: I'm sorry, he isn't. He's at a meeting this morning.
Anne Lucas: What time will he be back?
Addis: He'll be back after two o'clock but he'll only be in the office for an hour.
Anne Lucas: Can I reach him in the conf... | Anne Lucas wants to talk to Mr. Green but he is at a meeting. So she leaves her number for Addis to keep in touch later. |
train_5121 | Janet: John, I thought you were going to leave early today to take your son to the show.
John: I'm still planning to. But I can't leave until I finish typing all the letters.
Janet: Can you leave that until tomorrow?
John: No. The boss wants them first thing tomorrow morning.
Janet: How many have you got left?
John: Ab... | Janet helps John type the letters so he can leave early to take his son to the show. |
train_5122 | Jack: Are you looking forward to a trip to Canada, Julie?
Julie: I can't wait to see Canada, Jack. But I'm afraid of the journey. My husband insists on flying, but I want to sail. Planes make me nervous.
Jack: There is nothing to be frightened of. How many planes fly across the Atlantic every day?
Julie: I've no idea. ... | Julie is scared about the plane and wishes to go by ship. But Jack comforts her that the probability of a plane accident is much smaller than the car accident. However, Julie still prefers a sailing trip. |
train_5123 | Franny: If that man gives me any more letters to type, I'll scream. He's given me ten already today, and there'll be more when I get back from coffee break. I'll be here till midnight.
Joe: Calm down, Franny. He can't make you stay after five. Finish what you can, and leave the rest for Mary.
Franny: But they're import... | Franny is anxious about the large amount of letters to type but Joe thinks he can leave it to Mary. |
train_5124 | Diena: Excuse me, please.
Jacqui: Yes?
Diena: Could you tell me the way to People's Park?
Jacqui: Yes. Go down this road. Turn right at the third crossing. Walk until you see a school. It's just opposite the school.
Diena: It sounds like quite a distance.
Jacqui: Yes, about half an hour's walk.
Diena: Can I take a bus ... | Jacqui shows Diena the way to People's Park and advises Diena to take a taxi. |
train_5125 | Linda: Hi, Mum.
Idette: There you are. I'm getting worried. It's so late.
Linda: Yes. I ran into Linda and we went to a pub. She told me a funny thing.
Idette: Oh? What was that?
Linda: Well, she was driving home after work, and she suddenly saw an old lady on her hands and knees in the middle of the road.
Idette: Real... | Linda tells Linda's mum that Linda bumped into an accident when she saw an old lady on her hands and knees in the middle of the road. Luckily, a witness told the policeman that the old lady was looking for her gold tooth. |
train_5126 | Jermaine: Doctor! Doctor! Help me, please!
Jeremias: Take it easy, please! Sit here, now, what's the matter with you? And can I help you?
Jermaine: I feel sick. I have a bad stomach-ache, and my head troubles me a lot.
Jeremias: Well, let me have a check. Open your mouth please. And say 'Ah'.
Jermaine: Ah! Is that seri... | Jermaine has a stomach-ache. The doctor checks Jermaine's month and learns that Jermaine had raw bananas, so the doctor prescribes some medicine for Jermaine. |
train_5127 | Ofella: I've really given it some thought, and I'm going to go back to school. I'm going to...
Nicolette: Well, When...
Ofella: I'm going to take some night courses and maybe, within a couple of years. I'll have a ...uh... Associate Degree in Business.
Nicolette: Well, when are you going to get started?
Ofella: I'm goi... | Ofella decides to go back to school and takes some courses. Ofella will start this fall and has received his parents' financial support. |
train_5128 | Bill: Hey, this is Bill. I'm sorry I'm not in. Just leave a message. [Beep]
Hank: Hey Bill. This is Hank. I'm just calling to let you know that I'll be a little late to the game tomorrow night. I have to work a few extra hours to finish a report. I should wrap things up sometime between seven and eight though. Oh, then... | Hank calls Bill to inform him that he will be late to the game. |
train_5129 | Lorinda: how are you doing?
Cyrus: I'm ok. I wish I could say the same for my friend.
Lorinda: what happened to him?
Cyrus: he was arrested by the police for drinking and driving.
Lorinda: was it his first offence?
Cyrus: unfortunately not. He was charged with a DUI when he was in university.
Lorinda: what happen... | Cyrus's friend was charged with a DUI and this is his second offense. The punishments and sentences are tougher now and Cyrus worries he will go to jail. Lorinda asks his lawyer sister if she can help. |
train_5130 | Mikael: What kind of brakfast do you want?
Coletta: Is there any difference?
Mikael: Yes, a continental one contains eggs, bacon, toast and juice. American one is the same as a continental one except the egg.
Coletta: I think I would like the former one. | Coletta chooses the continental breakfast from the two recommendations. |
train_5131 | Anitra: I can't believe how hot it is.
Cindra: It's not even noon yet.
Anitra: That means it will get hotter.
Cindra: I am dying from the heat.
Anitra: Turn on the air conditioner.
Cindra: It doesn't work.
Anitra: What happened?
Cindra: I don't know.
Anitra: Did you call the repairman?
Cindra: Of course.
Anit... | It is very hot but the air conditioner cannot work. |
train_5132 | Binnie: Is there anything I can help?
Tirrell: Yes. I am interested in applying for graduate school here.
Binnie: Alright. Do you have some specific questions?
Tirrell: Not really. I am in Madison visiting a friend. And I would like to go to school here too. So he told me to come to this office.
Binnie: Have you sent... | Tirrell wants to study in Madison but Binnie tells him he missed the application deadline and can only apply for the first semester next year. In terms of the application materials, Binnie mentions three letters of recommendation, official university transcripts, and GRE or GMAT scores. The application is $40 and Tirre... |
train_5133 | Manfred: are you good at making decisions?
Evangelin: not really. Sometimes, I even let other people make key decision for me.
Manfred: what kinds of decisions do you leave to other people?
Evangelin: there are basic decisions like which restaurant to go to. I can never seem to choose. I let my parents make big deci... | Evangelin always lets others make decisions and Evangelin's parents make lots of big decisions. Manfred asks Evangelin to be more decisive. Finally, Evangelin listens to the advice and chooses the bar for tonight. |
train_5134 | Dorene: Hi, what's up with you?
Lona: Fine.
Dorene: What did you do today?
Lona: I stayed at home for a whole day.
Dorene: Really? No good weather outside? What's the time now there?
Lona: It's 10:00 pm. It rained for almost 2 weeks. The weather today is terrible, too.
Dorene: Oh. It's just before 9:00 am here and it's... | Lona spends a whole day at home because it rains for a long time. Dorene sends Lona some beautiful pictures taken in Orange Park, and invites Lona to this tourist attraction when available. |
train_5135 | Sonya: Excuse me, do you offer air flight reservation service here?
Oleg: Yes, is there anything I can do for you?
Sonya: I want to book tickets for Canada. How many flights are there each day?
Oleg: 4, at 6:30 am, 8 am, 2:30 pm and 6:30 pm.
Sonya: What's the airfare?
Oleg: 8000 Hong Kong dollars including security ins... | Oleg books 5 flight tickets with a 10% discount. |
train_5136 | Jaquelyn: Another slice of lemon pie.
Emanuela: Oh no. This would be enough. Thank you. So Benny is going abroad. Britain I suppose.
Jaquelyn: Yes, his company has decided to send him to London to take charge of their branch office. He'll fly there next Friday.
Emanuela: You have such a good son, always doing the right... | Jaquelyn's son Benny is going to London and Jaquelyn's wife Nancy is worried about him. But Emanuela thinks Nancy will get over it. At last, Emanuela is going to pick his granddaughter. |
train_5137 | Kraig: You want to argue your ticket today?
Auria: Yes. That is why I'm here.
Kraig: Tell me your argument.
Auria: I was pulled over for allegedly speeding.
Kraig: Are you sure you weren't speeding?
Auria: To be honest, I really wasn't.
Kraig: What speed were you going?
Auria: I was under the speed limit. I was going 3... | Auria argues the ticket for allegedly speeding and claims Auria wasn't speeding. Kraig revokes Auria's ticket. |
train_5138 | Prentice: Hey! What happened?! My song was only half way through and it skipped to the next song.
Jack: I don't know what happened!
Prentice: You cancelled the song, didn't you, Jack?
Jack: No, I didn't. Really!
Prentice: Then, is the machine broken or... | Prentice suspects Jack cancels the song. Jack denies it. |
train_5139 | Alisa: ABC Company, my name is Lucy. How can I help you?
Monica: Hello, Lucy, this is Monica. I ' m calling for the accountant position. I saw the information about the vacancy on your company ' s website. Is it still available?
Alisa: Thank you for your interest. The position is still available. Have you already sent ... | Monica confirms the availability of the accountant position and stresses the importance of English proficiency. Lucy feels the job suitable and will send a resume to Monica. |
train_5140 | Brian: Cindy. We were going to try to surprise you for your birthday. But you ' re just too busy! Can you tell me when you ' ll be free?
Cindy: Oh, Brian. That ' s really sweet of you guys. I would love to get together with all of you. How about Friday?
Brian: Great! What time?
Cindy: I ' m free all afternoon. Why don ... | Cindy tells Brian to celebrate Cindy's birthday on Friday afternoon. |
train_5141 | Sal: May I see the manager of your company?
Jenny: I am.What can I do for you?
Sal: Form your company's advertisement in the TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY, I learn that you are a foreign trade company of good service. I am interested in it.Here is my resume, ma'am.
Jenny: Very good, you majored in International Trade?
Sal: Yes,... | Sal who'll graduate from the People's University of China this July majoring in International Trade applies for a job as a sales representative. After Sal shows the work experience and the willingness to travel, Jenny agrees to offer Sal the job. |
train_5142 | Derrick: Hey, buddy, can ' t you see there ' s a line?
Owen: Oh, sorry. I didn ' t know.
Derrick: What? You haven ' t taken the bus before?
Owen: No, I ' m afraid not.
Derrick: Well, you have to wait in line like everyone else. Besides, you should let old people on first.
Owen: Sorry.
Derrick: It ' s all right. Where a... | Derrick tells Owen to wait in line and let old people go first. Derrick tells Owen the right bus to the White House. |
train_5143 | Odille: Would you like something to drink?
Cantonese: Yes please. Do you have any teas?
Odille: Of course we have lots of teas.
Cantonese: What do you recommend?
Odille: What about a green tea or perhaps a jasmine tea?
Cantonese: What ' s this one?
Odille: That ' s Oolong tea, it ' s a Cantonese tea.
Cantonese: Ok, I '... | Odille helps Cantonese to order Oolong tea. |
train_5144 | Urbano: Tell me a little bit about yourself, please.
Dunlin: My name is Dunlin and I live in Beijing. I was born in 1980. I will graduate from Peking University this July. I have majored in accounting.
Urbano: Would you tell me something about your family?
Dunlin: There are three in my family, my parents and myself. My... | Dunlin introduces Dunlin's academic and family background to Urbano. |
train_5145 | Nikki: Honey, I have something important to say.
Deanna: Something important?
Nikki: Yes. I have just booked two tickets.
Deanna: Tickets? What tickets?
Nikki: Two air tickets.
Deanna: Air tickets?
Nikki: Yes. We will fly to Paris the day after tomorrow.
Deanna: We? The day after tomorrow? What are you talking about?
N... | Nikki books two tickets to Paris one month before the actual 10th wedding anniversary, because Nikki misremembers the wedding date. Deanna helps Nikki to refresh the memory and decides to celebrate beforehand. |
train_5146 | Hatti: Hello, Miao Li, Where are you going?
Miao Li: Hello, I am going to the store to buy some fruit.
Hatti: Oh, Would you do me a favor?
Miao Li: Yes?
Hatti: Please mail this letter for me on your way to the store.
Miao Li: Sure. Do you want it to be registered?
Hatti: Yes, I think so. There are some pictures in it. ... | Hatti asks Miao Li to help send the registered letter on Miao's way to the store. Miao agrees. |
train_5147 | Fanchon: I met a girl in elevator this morning. She works in a company upstairs. She said she envied the casual way we dress for work in our company. She complained about the dress rule in her company. Their boss requires everyone to wear formal clothes from Monday to Friday.
Byram: Well, I was always wondering where t... | Fanchon complains about the strict dressing code that the company upstairs has because the comfortable clothes lead to less productivity. Byram thinks professional attire makes a good impression. |
train_5148 | Natalya: Are you ready to order, sir?
Rolando: Yeah. I have a fancy for some wine tonight. Can you recommend something for me?
Natalya: Our red wine is very famous. I'd suggest you try that.
Rolando: All right. What kind of red wine do you serve?
Natalya: Here are a variety of red wines for you to choose. You can have ... | Rolando orders dry red wine with cheese, a croissant for the appetizer, medium beef steaks for dinner, and Black Forest Cake for dessert with Natalya's assistance. |
train_5149 | George: Well, what did you think about the last candidate? Do you think we should hire her?
Nadine: She had a very impressive resume, but she seemed to lack the confidence that I think a good manager needs.
George: What made you think that she wasn't very confident?
Nadine: Did you notice the way that she avoided makin... | George and Nadine discuss the last candidate they interviewed. They agree she has an impressive resume but they think she lacks the confidence and the manners to be a good manager. |
train_5150 | Osaka: It has just occurred to me that there is still another possibility to ensure a prompt delivery of the goods.
Sylvan: And that is?
Osaka: How about making Hong Kong the port of shipment instead of New York?
Sylvan: I'm afraid we can't agree to that. We concluded the business with you here in Houston, and the good... | Osaka suggests changing the port of shipment from New York to Hong Kong to ensure prompt delivery of the goods but Sylvan denies the idea for the sake of safety. Then Sylvan compromises to start sailings from Seattle. |
train_5151 | Adoree: I heard you received a prize for you book.
Ondrea: yes, I did. I won a prize for best local history book at the annual book awards.
Adoree: congratulations! You must be very proud of your achievement.
Ondrea: actually, I was happy just to get the book published. Winning the prize was an added bonus.
Adoree: wha... | Adoree congratulates Ondrea on winning the prize for the book. Then they share their own experience of winning a prize before. |
train_5152 | Natty: Guess what! I know something you don't know!
Lorne: What's that?
Natty: How many planets are there in the solar system?
Lorne: That's easy. Everyone knows that there are nine.
Natty: Not anymore! Can you believe it? They've decided that Pluto is not a planet anymore!
Lorne: Nice try. I wasn't born yesterday, you... | Natty tells Lorne that Pluto is removed from the list of the planets in the solar system. They discuss the theory of geocentrism and flat earth, the possibility of interstellar travel, and the presence of aliens. |
train_5153 | Ariela: What a beautiful view, my sweetheart!
Ebonee: It sure is. The Grand Canyon is truly masterpiece. No man could ever make anything like this.
Ariela: What is that below?
Ebonee: It is the Colorado River. You will go down the river in a boat if you wish.
Ariela: No, thank you. It looks a bit too dangerous for me.
... | Ariela and Ebonee enjoy the views of the Grand Canyon and the Colorado River. They admire the beauty of the state park. |
train_5154 | Emmye: Lucy, come here! I can see the lake which is in the center of park.
Lucy: It is beautiful! Look, there are so many birds around it.
Emmye: It is a great place for a relaxing vacation.
Lucy: Listen to the sound of nature! It's like music.
Emmye: Yeah, I agree. It makes you feel really good.
Lucy: What are those?
... | Emmye and Lucy enjoy the views, such as birds and roses, in the park. |
train_5155 | Elitherbeth: Hello, Elitherbeth How are you?
Joycelin: Fine, thanks.
Elitherbeth: Are you sure you're alright. You look a bit worry today? Is anything wrong?
Joycelin: Well, Yes. There are something wrong actually. Perhaps you can give me some advice.
Elitherbeth: of course if I can.
Joycelin: Well, Last night when I r... | Elitherbeth thinks Elitherbeth lost Elitherbeth's wallet at the theatre. Elitherbeth is worried because Elitherbeth needs Elitherbeth's visa and identity cards to leave China. Elitherbeth makes some suggestions and will ask Elitherbeth's uncle living close to the theatre to help |
train_5156 | Simon: Simon, may I introduce you to Linda? You don't know each other, do you?
Terence: No. I've not had the pleasure of meeting her yet.
Linda: How do you do? I'm pleased to meet you.
Terence: How do you do?
Linda: Please sit down. Help yourself just like you are at home.
Terence: What would you like to drink?
Linda: ... | Simon introduces Simon to Linda. |
train_5157 | Thebault: Have you ever thought about your ideal home?
Tabbie: I have, actually ; I'Ve always wanted to build my dream home myself.
Thebault: What would it be like?
Tabbie: Well, it would be spacious and located next to a park, because a nice view is important to me.
Thebault: How many rooms would it have?
Tabbie: I'd ... | Tabbie tells Thebault that Tabbie wants to have an ideal house with three bedrooms on a second floor with balconies each, one main bedroom on the main floor attached with en-suite, a large living room connected to a kitchen, three bathrooms, and one small TV. |
train_5158 | Chelsy: Are you okay?
Lorilee: No.
Chelsy: What's wrong?
Lorilee: I got robbed!
Chelsy: By who?
Lorilee: Some guy on the street just mugged me.
Chelsy: Are you hurt?
Lorilee: No, he just stole all of my things.
Chelsy: That's crazy.
Lorilee: I need to go to the police station.
Chelsy: Do you want me to take you?
Lorile... | Lorilee got robbed and Chelsy offers to take Lorilee to the police station. |
train_5159 | Clarence: Good afternoon, ma'am. Can I help you find anything?
Ana: No, thanks. I'm just looking.
Clarence: We have a special on these skirts this week. Would you like to try one on?
Ana: No, thank you. I don't need any skirts.
Clarence: How about a blouse? This one here is the latest fashion.
Ana: No, thank you.
Clare... | Ana's browsing in a store and Clarence badgers her trying to sell different kinds of clothes. Ana impatiently leaves. |
train_5160 | Justin: I've just got a new printer. How often do I need to replace the print heads?
Goldy: Well, under normal conditions each head lasts about 5 000 copies or so. It depends on the user, but about once a month is average.
Justin: So if I don't print out very much, it could last a lot longer?
Goldy: That's right. It co... | Goldy tells Justin how often the print heads of the new printer should be replaced. |
train_5161 | Jenine: Do you think it's time to sign the contract, Mr. Simpson?
Mr. Simpson: I'd like to look it over before I sign it.
Jenine: OK, no problem. I hope there are no questions about the terms.
Mr. Simpson: I am fully satisfied with the terms of this contract.
Jenine: Shall we sign this contract now?
Mr. Simpson: OK. Wh... | Jenine wants Mr. Simpson to sign the contract. Mr. Simpson carefully looks over the contract and signs it. |
train_5162 | Lawton: May's birthday is coming. Shall we buy her a birthday present or let her choose one for herself?
Jarrett: I think a surprise party may be better. But I forget when her birthday is.
Lawton: You are such a good father. It's next Sunday.
Jarrett: Sorry. What shall we get for her?
Lawton: What about a cell phone? S... | Lawton and Jarrett decide to buy their daughter a phone as a birthday present. They intend to buy it online but the computer goes frozen, so they have to go to the store. |
train_5163 | Fredrick: Speed Airlines Reservation. May I help you?
Siobhan: Yes. Do you have any flight to Paris on 15th? I want one leaving in the afternoon.
Fredrick: Yes. Flight DP336 leaves at 15:16. Is that all right?
Siobhan: Is it a direct flight?
Fredrick: No, Sir. It has an hour layover in London.
Siobhan: Well, I don't th... | Siobhan gives up buying the flight ticket to Paris for the layover. |
train_5164 | Jae: Evan, are you busy right now?
Evan: Not really. What's up?
Jae: Well, I need a hand with the fax machine. My fax is not going through.
Evan: I'm kind of useless in that area, but I'll take a look at it.
Jae: Ah, thanks. | Evan decides to help Jae fix the fax machine. |
train_5165 | Lidia: I met a girl in elevator this morning. She works in a company upstairs. She said she envied the casual way we dress for work. She complained about the dress rule in her company. It requires everyone to wear formal clothes from Monday to Friday.
Rene: Well, I was wondering where those people with professional att... | Lidia thinks that the company upstairs has a strict dress code. Rene thinks professional attire gives good impressions. Lidia thinks people can be less productive. Rene agrees. |
train_5166 | Edwin: What do you think of the apartment?
Rene: I like it, but there is one problem.
Edwin: What problem is that?
Rene: The faucet in the kitchen is leaking.
Edwin: I don't understand what the big deal is.
Rene: That leak is a problem for my water bill.
Edwin: What you would like me to do about it?
Rene: The leak must... | Edwin makes a compromise to fix the leaking faucet in the kitchen because Rene won't rent the apartment otherwise. |
train_5167 | Anne-Corinne: Do you drive a car yourself?
Ami: Yes, I just bought new car, I drive to work everyday!
Anne-Corinne: Great! When you become new driver, you are better drive as carefully as possible!
Ami: Sure, I see safety is most important thing! Accident is awful! I will take your advice!
Anne-Corinne: Besides, traffi... | Ami's a new driver. Anne-Corinne asks Ami to drive freely when they're out of the town but Ami still keeps cautious and watches for road signs. |
train_5168 | Lianne: Do you know which bus I can take to PCC?
Alexis: Tell me where you need to get on at.
Lianne: I live on Las Flores and Fair Oaks.
Alexis: If you don't mind walking, I know a bus you can take.
Lianne: I'm okay with walking.
Alexis: Walk all the way down Fair Oaks, and catch the 267 on Altadena Drive.
Lianne: Do ... | Alexis tells Lianne how to go to the bus station, which bus to take and where to get off to go to PCC. |
train_5169 | Lisha: In what way is your school different from other schools?
Inesita: Our school is for all children because a few of the children are physically disabled, and some of the others have learning difficulties. In our school, we have faster learners and slower learners.
Lisha: And is yours the only school like this?
Ine... | Inesita tells Lisha that Inesita's school is a school for both slower and faster learners, different from an ordinary school. Inesita thinks all human beings should grow up together. Inesita's school makes faster learners help slower learners. |
train_5170 | Hendrick: Jason, would you tell us a little about how you became a writer?
Jason: Well, when I was at school, I wrote stories. Later on, I wrote for The Western Teacher and various other magazines before I got into writing books.
Hendrick: How great you are! | Jason tells Hendrick how he became a writer. |
train_5171 | Erna: What's the matter, Paul? You look terrible.
Paul: I've just taken my chemistry exam and I'm pretty sure I failed it. I don't know where the professor got some of those questions. I don't see how in the world I could pass.
Erna: Come on now. You've been doing very well all year long. It's not very likely you'd sud... | Paul worries about the result of his chemistry and Paul cheers him up. |
train_5172 | Kenyon: Do you know Tom?
Tim Smith: Tom what?
Kenyon: Tom Smith.
Tim Smith: No. But I know a Tim Smith.
Kenyon: Oh, yes, you are right. It was Tim Smith I meant. You know what happened to him the other day?
Tim Smith: No, what happened then?
Kenyon: Well, he told me he saw his dead grandfather in London.
Tim Smith: Oh,... | Kenyon shares with Tim Smith Tim Smith's surprising story that Tim accidentally met his grandfather in the railway station who was thought to be dead during the war. |
train_5173 | Emilie: Hello, emergency line. What can I do for you?
Daniel Smith: I am calling to report an accident.
Emilie: Could you give me some details, sir?
Daniel Smith: A truck hit a car on Highway 204.
Emilie: Has anyone been badly hurt?
Daniel Smith: I'm not quite sure. The driver of the truck says he is OK. But the lady i... | Daniel Smith calls the emergency line to report a traffic accident and ask for medical help. |
train_5174 | James: James, you have a large collection of stamps, haven't you?
Melvin: Yes, I'm really proud of it. I have thousands of stamps from most countries of the world.
James: Wow, that's great. How did you get all of them?
Melvin: Sometimes I took used stamps off envelopes, but mostly my dad brought them back from his trav... | James tells James about his stamp collection and how he got these stamps. |
train_5175 | Kate: What class did you have this afternoon, Kate?
Anne-Mar: A chemistry class. We've got a new chemistry teacher this term.
Kate: Who is it?
Anne-Mar: James Black. He told us to call Jim, not to call him Mr. Black.
Kate: Oh, James Black. I know him. He's a little thin man who smiles a lot.
Anne-Mar: Yes, but many of ... | Kate tells Kate about her new chemistry teacher Mr. Black and his teaching style that Kate isn't allowed to do anything without watching. |
train_5176 | Renee: What are you doing tonight?
Kelcy: I have to run to the grocery store.
Renee: Don't you hate fighting the crowds on the weekends?
Kelcy: Yes, but I am out of food and milk.
Renee: What store do you shop at?
Kelcy: The small one, just down the street. I like their generic brand.
Renee: I have been using the... | Kelcy tells Renee that Kelcy is going groceries at the small store down the street and recommends the store to Renee. |
train_5177 | Deanna: Are the ceremony and reception held in the same place?
American: No, not usually. Most people are married in a church, and then the wedding party and guests go to another place for the reception. Sometimes, however, they hold the reception in a big room in the church.
Deanna: Where do they go?
American: Eith... | Deanna and American talk about wedding customs including the place to hold the ceremony and reception, traditions in different countries, and the bridal bouquet. |
train_5178 | Netty: Were you born in the U. S. , Melissa?
Melissa: No, I wasn't. I came here in 1992.
Netty: How old were you?
Melissa: I was seventeen.
Netty: So, did you go to college right away?
Melissa: No, because my English wasn't very good. I studied English for two years first.
Netty: Wow, your English is really fluen... | Netty compliments Melissa's English because Melissa isn't a native speaker. |
train_5179 | Sallyanne: What do you do in summer?
Sheree: I love going out into the countryside for walks or bike ride. I love being out in the fresh summer air. How about you?
Sallyanne: I don't often go for walks, but I either play sports outside-you know, tennis or badminton-or just sit in the sunshine and read a good book.
S... | In summer, Sheree loves going for walks in the countryside while Sallyanne enjoys playing sports outside. In winter, Sallyanne plays sports indoors often or watch films at home. They both prefer summer to winter. |
train_5180 | Katti: Well, you seem to enjoy speaking English.
Mariejeanne: You can't help learning when you're using it all day. You'll see. A few weeks'study in the school will have a similar effect on you.
Katti: I hope so. You see, at the moment I find it difficult to get used to the teacher's speed and accent. I'm awfully wor... | Mariejeanne is worried about using English throughout the class. Katti thinks using English in class is a good way to practice English. |
train_5181 | Dulcie: Guess what? I found a summer job.
Rees: That's great. Anything interesting?
Dulcie: Yes, working at an amusement park.
Rees: Wow, that sounds great.
Dulcie: So have you found anything?
Rees: Nothing yet, but I have a couple of choices. One is working as an assistant in a hospital mostly answering phones or I ca... | Dulcie finds a summer job working at an amusement park. Rees hesitates to be an assistant or a gardenner. |
train_5182 | Karyn: I'm stressed out by holiday parties with lots of treats like cookies, candies and chips as if that wasn't enough. I haven't really been able to exercise and I think I've gained 10 pounds recently.
Paul: I'm sorry to hear that. But you are not alone. Many people gain weight.
Karyn: I think I should make my goal t... | Karyn is stressed about gaining weight during holidays and decides not to eat sweets. Paul agrees and advises Karyn to eat natural foods to lose weight. |
train_5183 | Harry: Hello, Harry, you look terrible! Have you been to the doctor's?
Sashenka: No, I'm not ill. I'm just a bit tired. I'm probably not sleeping enough.
Harry: You shouldn't go out so late then.
Sashenka: I'm not going out at all, actually. I'm too busy studying.
Harry: Studying? But the exams aren't for another 2 mon... | Harry stays up preparing for the exams because he didn't do much last term. Harry feels unnecessary staying up studying and advises Harry to have a week off, but Harry disagrees. |
train_5184 | Myles: Do you want to go play tennis with me tomorrow morning?
Mandi: That would be fun, but I need to pick up my passport from the police station.
Myles: Are you going on a trip?
Mandi: Yes, I'm going to the UK with my dad next month.
Myles: Cool, is it a holiday?
Mandi: Not really, he is going on a business trip in L... | Mandi can't play tennis with Myles because Mandi needs to pick up Mandi's passport. Mandi's going to the UK next month to check out some universities. |
train_5185 | Jolene: How was your trip to New York?
Jilli: It was fun. I took the train there.
Jolene: I didn't know that a train went from Los Angeles to New York.
Jilli: Well, it doesn't go there directly. First, I took a train North from Southern California to Seattle Washington, then I transferred to another train, this one wen... | Jilli shares with Jolene the train trip from Los Angeles to New York. Jilli thinks it's a great way to see the country but it isn't recommendable to the time-savers. |
train_5186 | Jacqueline: Mary, can you tell me how you keep in shape?
Mary: You'll never be in shape until you eat less and take more exercise.
Jacqueline: Now, tell me what you often eat.
Mary: I often eat fish and eggs.
Jacqueline: Do you eat a lot of vegetables?
Mary: Oh yes, and fruits. I love fruits very much.
Jacqueline: What... | Jacqueline asks Mary how to keep in shape. Mary advises keeping a good diet and regular exercise. |
train_5187 | Evangelina: I have been thinking of buying a house and would like to speak with you.
Wesley: I have time to speak with you. Where would you like to purchase your house?
Evangelina: I am most interested in Pasadena or Arcadia, but would be open to other suggestions.
Wesley: How many bedrooms and bathrooms do you need?
E... | Evangelina tells Wesley the plan of buying a house. Evangelina prefers a large house with a view of the lake. |
train_5188 | Alyce: How come it is slow as a snail today?
Vikky: You mean the network connection?
Alyce: Yes, I wanted to look for some information on the company page just now. It took me almost one minute to open it. Then there is no response to any click.
Vikky: I have the same question. I can ' t send out mails. We ' d better c... | The network connection is slow. Alyce and Vikky will call IT to check it. |
train_5189 | Emmey: How much is it all together?
Laraine: Let me see. The bell-bottom pants are $ 90 and the coat is $ 120. It comes to $ 210.
Emmey: Is it possible for you to reduce the price?
Laraine: I am sorry. It's a one-price shop. | Emmey buys clothes from Laraine with no price reduction. |
train_5190 | Vane Theater: Good morning. Vane Theater, at your service.
Jereme: Hello. I'm thinking about watching a Chinese traditional opera with a foreign girl. What's on this weekend?
Vane Theater: Well, there will be charity performance on Saturday night. And also, there will be a solo concert by an opera star on Sunday night.... | Jereme is going to watch a Chinese opera with a girl. Vane Theater introduces The Monkey Creates Havoc in Heaven and Jereme is interested. |
train_5191 | Annadiana: How do you decide what grade we get?
Lorianna: I look at many things, attendance, quizzes, and tests.
Annadiana: What is the most important factor?
Lorianna: Obviously I look for improvement as we go along, but I would like you to do your best from the beginning.
Annadiana: How can we keep track of our grade... | Lorianna tells Annadiana Lorianna decides grade mainly by students' improvement. Lorianna will let Annadiana know if Annadiana has a major problem. |
train_5192 | Syd: I'm too tired now. I've already worked for 12 hours overtime!
Oralia: God! Don't you think they should get you an assistant?
Syd: Yes, they were supposed to, but so far nobody's turned up, and I have to do the work alone. This is the first break I've had all day.
Oralia: They're really running you into the ground.... | Syd complains about work. Oralia concerns about Syd's health and suggests Syd take a break. |
train_5193 | Erinna: Hey honey! Where were you?
Leigh: I decided to take Kenny to the park and get some fresh air.
Erinna: How was it? Were there a lot of kids?
Leigh: It wasn't too crowded, but we had a great time! We got on the see-saw together, then went on a couple of different slides and then I tried to go with him in the jung... | Leigh tells Erinna that Leigh took Kenny to the park and played the see-saw and slides. Kenny was hyper but Leigh is exhausted. |
train_5194 | Nedi: You won't believe who's been elected to do overtime on the Baker account! Me! I'Ve already logged in 20 hours of overtime!
Dulcie: Wow! Why so much? I thought they were getting you an assistant.
Nedi: They were supposed to, but so far nobody's turned up, and I'm left on my own to do the work. This is the first br... | Nedi complains about working overtime. Dulcie suggests Nedi ask for some time off. |
train_5195 | Nicol: I heard you are looking for a house.
Sheeree: Yes.
Nicol: How is this going?
Sheeree: I haven't found one that satisfies my demands yet.
Nicol: I can recommend an apartment for you. A friend of mine is about to move. She doesn't want to rent that house any longer.
Sheeree: Where is the house?
Nicol: It is on Spr... | Nicol recommends an apartment to Sheeree, and they discuss the location, rent and utilities of it. Sheeree is going to see the house tomorrow afternoon. |
train_5196 | Gerry: I'm the Mortgage Advisor at this branch. You wanted a chat about housing loans?
Aharon: Yes, I've found a wonderful property I wish to buy. Unfortunately, I just don't have access to the cash.
Gerry: I see. It's a problem most of us face. May I ask what the purchase price is?
Aharon: It's 600, 000 RIB. But I've ... | Aharon consults Gerry about housing loans because Aharon wants to buy a property but doesn't have access to the cash. Aharon's already made a large initial deposit. |
train_5197 | Angie: Hey, Shirley. The party has been wonderful. My husband and my children have enjoyed it very much, and me too.
Shirley: I've said you will enjoy your life here!
Angie: I surely will. By the way, is the party like this held every weekend in our neighborhood?
Shirley: Oh, I've forgotten to tell you. The party is he... | Angie appreciates the wonderful party which is held every other week. Shirley can't believe her husband Benjamin got on the stage. Shirley tells Angie there is a playground and Angie can play tennis. Angie thinks Shirley helps Angie a lot. |
train_5198 | Kasey: Um, which of them is the better typist?
Mary: Well, Mary types faster than Jones. But I think Jones types more carefully.
Kasey: Is there any difference in their short hand?
Mary: Jones can certainly take down letter more quickly, but Mary's short hand is the best in her class.
Kasey: How about languages?
Mary: ... | Kasey and Mary compares Mary's typing speed and language mastery with Jones'. |
train_5199 | Inesita: What are you doing there with your mobile phone?
Tim: I'm moblogging!
Inesita: Moblogging? what does that mean?
Tim: Oh, moblogging is a combination of the word'mobile'and'blogging'. It's another form of blogging. Users can publish blog entries to the web from a mobile phone or other mobile devices.
Inesita: S... | Tim explains the moblogging, a combination of the word'mobile' and 'blogging', to Inesita, and Tim can blog wherever and whenever Tim's on the move. |
train_5200 | Wes: I'Ve just take out an insurance policy. Are you insured?
Georgetta: Yes, I am. I have life insurance and my home and its contents are also insured.
Wes: I took out a life insurance policy and make my wife beneficiary.
Georgetta: That's a good idea. You are a fireman and it can be a dangerous job.
Wes: I need to ma... | Wes and Georgetta both have life insurance which covers them if they die before they retire and when they retire. Wes had to take a medical before Wes could take out the policy. |
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