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train_7101 | Brook: Dad, dad.
Forester: Uh, what?
Brook: The movie is over. You slept through the best part.
Forester: Ah, I must have fallen asleep during the last few minutes.
Brook: You did. He were out for so long. You should've brought your pillow and blanket. So what did you think about it?
Forester: Well, overall, I'm a litt... | Forester sleeps through a movie and gets woken up by Brook. Forester thinks the movie is unrealistic while Brook thinks it was great. Brook doubts how Forester knows. Forester doesn't answer and suggests going to bed. |
train_7102 | Sally: Hi, I have a reservation under the name Sally.
Lynnell: Hi, Sally, a room for 12 people at 7:30 PM. Is that right?
Sally: Yes, we've got two more people coming, though. Is that OK?
Lynnell: No problem. Your room can easily fit as many as 16 people.
Sally: Perfect. Thanks. Can I have a look at the menu while I wa... | Sally goes to a restaurant reserved for 12 people. Two more are coming but Lynnell says they will fit. Sally looks at the menu in advance. She is not sure when her friends will arrive. |
train_7103 | Adnan: Good afternoon, Sir. You're here to see about a Temporary Loan, right? The loans we offer are for purchasing income-generating assets. Is that what you require?
Sir: Yes, that's exactly what I need. How about terms for these?
Adnan: Well, we offer 60 - day or 90 - day loans. The balance of the loan is to be repa... | Adnan offers a temporary loan to Sir. Adnan says the loan has no flexibility, so Sir goes for the 90-day loan. |
train_7104 | Kaycee: Hey, could you help me try and figure out how to get ready for my job interview?
Gweneth: The most important thing to do is to make sure you know the company and what services or products it provides. Do you know all about them?
Kaycee: Yes, I pretty much understand the company.
Gweneth: Well, after you've done... | Kaycee receives job interview advice from Gweneth. Gweneth says it's important to know the company and choose what to wear. Gweneth also reminds Kaycee to smile and make eye contact. |
train_7105 | Tobie: What are the most popular sports in your country?
Win: Swimming in summer and skating in winter. What ' s your favorite sport?
Tobie: Jogging and bowling. Do you know how to practise Bungfu?
Win: No I don't But l do Taijiquan or Shadow boxing. People everywhere in China usually do Taijiquan early in the morning.... | Tobie and Win shares their countries' popular sports. Tobie will teach Win how to bowl and Win will teach Tobie Taijiquan. |
train_7106 | Dona: Tim ' s smiles are interesting.
Nancy: Yes, they are shy and gentle but very powerful.
Dona: You are right. They sweep Nancy off her feet. And now she fell head over heels in love with him.
Nancy: How wonderful it would be if I had such smiles! | Dona and Nancy discuss Tim's powerful smiles. |
train_7107 | Mike: Mike, shall we book two tickets online?
Anette: Fine. Shanghai and Beijing are thousands of miles away. How about bullet train? Faster and relatively cheap, I think.
Mike: Yeah. How many tickets remain?
Anette: Oh, what a shame. Only sleeping cars have tickets. Others are all out of stock. The price of the sleepi... | Mike and Anette find out there are no non-sleeping bullet train tickets from Shanghai to Beijing left. They will book plane tickets instead. |
train_7108 | Gracie: Should I tell EDD that I have found a job?
EDD: Is this a temporary job or something more permanent?
Gracie: What difference does it make?
EDD: When you get your next Continued Claim Form, you should just write down where you worked and note that you no longer need unemployment.
Gracie: If I take a short job an... | Gracie found a job. EDD says one will have the benefits even one just works for a week. |
train_7109 | Burton: Can I help you?
Valene: Yes, my brakes are not working well.
Burton: What's wrong with them?
Valene: I hear a noise and feel vibrations when step on the brake.
Burton: The front brake?
Valene: I think so.
Burton: What kind of car is it?
Valene: Toyota Corolla 2002.
Burton: Write down your name and address, give... | Burton helps Valene to fix breaks. Burton says it will take about half an hour. |
train_7110 | Niki: Finally we're on board!
Anne: Yes. It was so crowded. I'm worn-out. Let's find our seats.
Niki: Are they window seats or aisle seats?
Anne: Let me see. . . yes, one window seat and one aisle.
Niki: Ok. But can I trade my seat with you? I prefer the one near the window. I'm a terrible flyer. I always get airsick a... | Niki and Anne board a plane. They trade seats because Niki prefers the window seat and Anne prefers the aisle seat. |
train_7111 | Cortney: Dad, how do you say this word?
Dad: Sword, say it'sword'.
Cortney: What does this word mean?
Dad: Look it up in the dictionary.
Cortney: Dad, can you just tell me what it means? I'm too lazy.
Dad: No, honey, go and read it. You'll learn. | Dad teaches Cortney the word 'Sword', and asks Cortney to look up the meaning. |
train_7112 | Andre: Tell me something about yourself and your past experience.
Vikki: I have eight years of experience working in the IT industry. For the past two years, I have been working as a project manager for a dotcom. I am also MI certified. I'm looking for a team environment where I can join the excitement of building a co... | Andre interviews Vikki. Vikki says Vikki has eight years of experience working in the IT industry and has worked on many projects and jobs. Vikki is attracted to Andre's company because it provides products and services to the K-12 education market. Vikki thinks the position needs people who are knowledgeable and resul... |
train_7113 | Nikita: What part did you get in the play this time?
Noreen: I got a character part, some old lady who shows up in a few scenes.
Nikita: I wish I had a character part. Those are my favorite.
Noreen: Are you kidding? You got the leading role.
Nikita: I know, but I've done that so Ay times. It's getting old. The leading ... | Noreen had a character part and is surprised that Nikita does not like the leading role. They will trade their roles next time. |
train_7114 | Chriss: OK. Steven, you're looking at a picture. Please describe what you see!
Steven: Uh, I can see a red double decker bus. It's the kind of bus you'll see very often in London. In fact I know this bus is from London because I can see the names, Chelsea, Sloan Square, Victoria, Herring Cross. These are all areas in L... | Steven tells Chriss Steven can see a red double-decker bus and a girl at the back in the picture. Steven says these buses are common in London and the minimum fee is one pound. Steven sometimes misses the bus. |
train_7115 | Goddard: Hi! I see you are having fun with your new computer and internet connection.
Nannette: There's so much I want to do. I'Ve just finished sending lots of emails to friends and family all over the world. I just ran a search for music to download.
Goddard: I can give you the name of a few useful website to visit.
... | Goddard's exploring the new computer and internet connection. Nannette recommends some useful websites and reminds Goddard not to give Goddard's email address too often to avoid spam-unwanted emails. Nannette teaches Goddard how to add web pages into Goddard's list of favorites. |
train_7116 | Maddy: . . . The rings please. May this ring be blessed so he who gives it and she who wears it may abide in peace, and continue in love until life's end.
Nick: With this ring I thee wed. Wear it as a symbol of our love and commitment.
Maddy: Honey, that's my pinkie. The ring goes on the ring finger!
Nick: This one?
Ma... | Nick and his fiance are getting married. Nick has trouble finding her ring finger. |
train_7117 | Dix: Hey Jack. Are you excited about starting work?
Jack: Yeah. I'm really looking forward to it.
Dix: What was more exciting, starting college or starting work?
Jack: They're pretty similar, but in different ways. I really can't decide. How about you?
Dix: For me, I think starting school was more exciting.
Jack: Does ... | Jack is excited about starting work. Dix thinks starting school was more exciting than starting work but says it's different for everyone. |
train_7118 | Carrie: Ok. . . I'll talk to you later. Bye
Nicolea: Carrie, are you ok? You seem a bit down.
Carrie: I just got off the phone with my boyfriend. He is always getting upset and losing his temper over nothing. It's so hard to talk to him at times.
Nicolea: Maybe it's just that he is stressed out from work or something. ... | Carrie just got off her phone with her boyfriend and complains about her boyfriend's bad temper to Nicolea. Nicolea suggests cheering Carrie's boyfriend up or getting a new one. |
train_7119 | Laura: have you adapted to the lifestyle in China?
Lucie: yeah, almost. But there is one thing.
Laura: what?
Lucie: I still wonder what privacy meant for Chinese people. I don't mean to say that there's no privacy in China, but. . .
Laura: what is it?
Lucie: some of my Chinese colleagues just share their personal stori... | Lucie doesn't know what privacy means in China where people share personal stories and look at Lucie's newspaper. Laura thinks it's normal. |
train_7120 | Alex: And so, that concludes my outline for our marketing strategy next year. Thank you very much for your time.
Kristin: Hey, that was quite the presentation! Honestly, I was completely blown away by your strategy outline. I've gotta say, Alex, you really wowed me today.
Alex: Aw, come on ; it was nothing. I'm just do... | Kristin compliments on Alex's presentation. Kristin is glad Alex took the advice and has improved a lot. |
train_7121 | Jeff: Hi, Jone, how are you?
Jone: Terrible.
Jeff: What's wrong?
Jone: Someone robbed my apartment last week. The robber took $ 550.
Jeff: Oh, no! Did you call the police?
Jone: No.
Jeff: Why not?
Jone: My English isn't very good. I didn't know what to say to them.
Jeff: I'm going to give you some advice, Jone. If this... | Jone feels terrible because he got robbed and did not call the police due to language barriers. Jeff insists he should. |
train_7122 | Tracy: Melanie, can you help me with something? We need to finalize the account with the Mexican Embassy and, I need some advice on phrasing this letter correctly in English.
Melanie: Sure Tracy, let me just get my laptop.
Tracy: Okay, so. . . To Whom It May Concern, I am writing.
Melanie: Um, Tracy? I think that's a l... | Melanie gives Tracy advice on Tracy's letter. Melanie thinks the start is too formal and some parts are too direct. Tracy takes the suggestions. |
train_7123 | Room service: Room service. Can I help you?
Ozzy: Yes, tomorrow is my friend's birthday. Could I arrange a birthday party for him through you?
Room service: Certainly.
Ozzy: I want to order a large birthday cake, several kinds of cold dishes, pastries and fruits.
Room service: Any drinks?
Ozzy: I've got whiskey and bra... | Ozzy arranges a birthday party for her boyfriend through Room service. |
train_7124 | Yolanthe: Taxi.
Otho: Get on, PLS. Where do you wanna go?
Yolanthe: Thank you. Pls hurry, I am late. Can I get to the Battery Park before 4?
Otho: All right, Miss. I think we will get there if there are no delays on the way.
Yolanthe: How exactly do you figure out the car fare?
Otho: According to the kilometer rate, th... | Yolanthe takes the taxi in a hurry. Yolanthe pays and tells Otho to keep the change. |
train_7125 | Melesa: hi, Betty. what's up?
Betty: nothing special. how about you? Are you used to the life here in the States?
Melesa: everything has been fine for the past several months.
Betty: great!
Melesa: well, I wish someone could talk to me about Western table manners
Betty: sounds interesting. Where did you get the idea?
M... | Melesa tells Betty the table manners in China and America are quite different. Talking while eating is common in China but is rude in America. Betty adds that slow eaters and little mouthfuls are considered polite in America. |
train_7126 | Lawton: I'm looking for a budget hotel in Orlando. Have you ever stayed at the Comfort Hotel?
Prentiss: Yes. . . I wouldn't recommend it.
Lawton: Why not?
Prentiss: Granted, it's cheap, but the place is filthy, the beds are uncomfortable, there's no A / C, the breakfast is pretty skimpy. . . and the staff couldn't care... | Prentiss does not recommend Comfort Hotel because it's filthy. Lawton will pass on the place. |
train_7127 | Lily: Calvin, how much money did you spend last weekend?
Calvin: Lily, I'm not sure. Let me check, I think I spent $ 50.
Lily: Why don't you help me save money? You are always spending money.
Calvin: I know that I should learn how to save more, but I hope that we can spend a little on ourselves sometimes.
Lily: I'm sor... | Lily is sorry for being strict with Calvin when it comes to money, Calvin is also sorry for always spending. |
train_7128 | Mark: I'd like to talk to you for a second, please.
Dewitt: Okay, Mark, What's up?
Mark: I'd like to know why you're always taking credit for work we'Ve done together like that line in the new Ice Cream ad?
Dewitt: That was my line, Mark. I know we worked on the ad together, but that was definitely my line. | Mark wonders why Mark always takes credit for the work they've done together like the line. Mark says that's Mark's line. |
train_7129 | Olly: How's it going?
Rona: I'm fine. Thanks for asking.
Olly: What did you need?
Rona: I would like to make a withdrawal.
Olly: How much money would you like to withdraw?
Rona: I want to take out $ 300.
Olly: Which account are you making this withdrawal from?
Rona: I want it taken from my checking account.
Olly: All r... | Olly helps Rona withdraw $300 from the checking account. |
train_7130 | Clark: Hello, my name is Clark. May I speak to Mr. Allen, please?
Rick Allen: This is Rick Allen speaking. Can I help you?
Clark: Mr. Allen, I have just received your note which informs me that you have offered the accountant position to another candidate. May I ask why I was defeated?
Rick Allen: We have thought of yo... | Clark asks Mr. Allen why he was defeated for a job position. Mr. Allen says the other candidate had more experience. Clark convinces Mr. Allen to give him a job trial. |
train_7131 | Nicol: Can I help you?
Leoine: I'd like to buy a skirt.
Nicol: What style would you prefer?
Leoine: I like one with flowers on its brim.
Nicol: Do you like this one?
Leoine: It seems too short.
Nicol: What about this one?
Leoine: It looks nice. How much is it?
Nicol: 70 yuan.
Leoine: Is there any cheaper one?
Nicol: Th... | Leoine thinks the first skirt is too short, the second one is too expensive, and buys the third one from Nicol. |
train_7132 | Dieter: Hello, Mr. Hao. I am calling to tell you that you are not selected as our employee. Sorry.
Mr. Hao: Although I am a little shocked, I can deal with it pretty well. I didn't perform as well as I should have in the interview.
Dieter: Maybe. But you should not withdraw forever just because you failed once.
Mr. Hao... | Mr. Hao is okay that he is not selected by Dieter's company. Dieter encourages him. |
train_7133 | IBA Bank: Hello, IBA Bank, how can I help you?
Trish: Hello, I'd like to talk to someone about making a withdrawal.
IBA Bank: You can withdraw money from your account either over the counter or via the ATM.
Trish: Yes, but the problem is that I have a Savings Account with you, and I need to take some money from that. D... | Trish asks if a 90-day notice is needed to withdraw money. IBA Bank says only a 7-day notice is needed. |
train_7134 | Arvy: Let's sit here and order some coffee while I'll show you some pictures.
Sheilakathryn: Good idea. But I'd prefer tea, please.
Arvy: This is Ted, my roommate. We live in the dormitory.
Sheilakathryn: Is this your room? You certainly have a lot of books. How did you ever manage to put them in such a good order?
Arv... | Arvy shows Sheilakathryn some pictures while they drink coffee and tea. One is Arvy's roommate Ted, and the other is Arvy's dog. |
train_7135 | Ollie: Morning. Gall. Did you enjoy your holiday in the country?
Gall: Yes. We had a great time. And some friends went along with us.
Ollie: Where did you stay? In a hotel?
Gall: No. We camped in the mountains, near Snowdon. We cooked all our meals over an open fire.
Ollie: Sounds great. Was the weather good?
Gall: The... | Gall tells Ollie about his holiday. He went camping in good weather and met friendly people. |
train_7136 | Colleen: What's the date today Mr. Brown. I don't have a calendar.
Mr. Brown: Today is Tuesday, 25th September, 2001.
Colleen: 25th Sep? Oh, I have an appointment tonight.
Mr. Brown: What time is your appointment?
Colleen: It is at 8 o'clock .
Mr. Brown: What time is now? Do you have the correct time?
Colleen: I ... | Mr. Brown tells Colleen today is tuesday, and Colleen realises that Colleen has an appointment tonight and has to go. |
train_7137 | Marya: Wow, the view from the peak is so grand!
Esther: Look, most of the maple leaves have turned red.
Marya: Did you ever see this kind of beautiful scene?
Esther: Of course, my father used to take me to Xiang Shan or somewhere like that as a child.
Marya: But my father did not. He didn't have much time.
Esther:... | Marya and Esther are pleased with the view from the peak. Esther promises they will go to Huang Shan. If they are lucky they will see rainbows there. |
train_7138 | Rachel: Um, sorry to bother you, um. . . my name is Rachel. I'm new here. Can I ask you a favor?
Darin: Hi Rachel, welcome on board. I'm afraid I can't help you right now. I'm getting ready for a very important meeting.
Rachel: Excuse me, but can I bother you for a sec?
Manny: You know what, I'd love to help you, bu... | Rachel asks Darin, Manny, and Sean for the way to the bathroom, but all of them are too busy to answer. |
train_7139 | Maribel: Hello, I bought a China dress in your shop this morning.
Dorette: Yes?
Maribel: I bought one size up by mistake.
Dorette: Oh, did you?
Maribel: I wonder if you can change it to one size down.
Dorette: Yes, of course. Will you come with receipt?
Maribel: Then I'll come to your place later in the evening, ... | Maribel wants to change a dress bought earlier to a size down. Dorette is happy to help. |
train_7140 | Georgiamay: I have read your notice on the wall so I come to see if there is anything I need.
Bianca: Well take your time. There are so many things to sell.
Georgiamay: How much is the desk?
Bianca: $7.
Georgiamay: The goods in the yard sale are really cheap. I will take it. | Georgiamay buys a desk from Bianca and thinks it's cheap. |
train_7141 | Mike: Well, Mike, nowadays there's much talk about nanometer. But what on earth is it?
Emery: Nanometer is a length scale. It's one billionth of a meter, roughly ten times the size of an individual atom.
Mike: Hmm. . . it's hard to figure out the exact size, I'm afraid.
Emery: Well, let's make it this way. For compa... | Mike explains to Mike what a nanometer is by making an analogy. |
train_7142 | Belinda: I'd like to congratulate you on your wonderful performance.
Adolfo: Thank you very much.
Belinda: I read about you in the newspaper and decided to come and hear you play. I have travelled many miles and I'm very glad I made the effort. You play the piano beautifully! What are your next plans?
Adolfo: At presen... | Adolfo reveals to Belinda about plans of saving up for a music school for the disabled. Belinda thinks there will be people supporting Adolfo. |
train_7143 | The Bistro: The Bistro, may I help you?
Hanson: Hello. We had reservations for tonight, but we need to cancel. One of the people in our party is sick.
The Bistro: Oh, I'm sorry. Your name?
Hanson: Hanson. We'd like to reschedule for next week. Friday if possible.
The Bistro: Friday is very crowded. There's a wedding pa... | Hanson wants to reschedule a reservation for next Friday. The Bistro says the Bison will be available after 9 pm but Hanson thinks it'll be too late. Hanson reschedules to next Thursday at 7pm. |
train_7144 | Milt: OK, Mr. Taylor. Let's go ahead and begin. First of all, tell me about your last job?
Mr. Taylor: Well. I worked for 5 years at Hi-Tech Computers.
Milt: OK, Hi-Tech. How about your website authoring skills? Oh, we are looking for someone to create and manage our company's website.
Mr. Taylor: Hmm, uh...websites, w... | Mr. Taylor's performance is not satisfying in an interview. Milt says they will be in touch soon. |
train_7145 | Leyla: I'd like this letter to go by EMS. What's the rate?
Yves: $7.65 for up to 2 pounds.
Leyla: Thank you. I hear the EMS is the next day service. Is that true?
Yves: Well, it's true within America, but now you are in Beijing. The letter has to go through customs and get registered there. Anyway, it's faster and safe... | Yves tells Leyla the letter sent by EMS takes 3 to 5 days from Beijing to New York. |
train_7146 | Nathaniel: We're going to have a party tonight. That's great. But what kind of drinks should we get?
Karen: I know that beer is your favorite, but I don't think everyone likes it. How about some soft drinks?
Nathaniel: OK, but I don't think we need too many softdrinks. We've got one bottle of orange juice. So another 2... | Karen suggests getting some soft drinks and wine for the party tonight. Nathaniel agrees but Nathaniel dislikes wine. |
train_7147 | Zacherie: Have you been to the new Chinese market?
Kelsy: No, I only shop at small local stores. That place looks huge.
Zacherie: You should really go. It has everything you could need to make your Vietnamese food too. They have imported items from several countries. The vegetables are pretty fresh and the meat is of g... | Zacherie suggests Kelsy going to the Chinese market for good deals. Since Kelsy dislikes big crowds, Zacherie suggests going on Sunday mornings. |
train_7148 | Kris: Oh hello nice to see you again. Did you have a good holiday? I was thinking of ringing you to ask you about it?
Lissa: Yes, it was lovely. We had to set off really early because the plane took off at 6:00 AM. But then we were on the beach in the sun by lunchtime.
Kris: Great and what did you do most days?
Lissa: ... | Lissa tells Kris about Lissa's holiday. Lissa enjoyed the leisure schedule and restaurants at the hotel. Lissa likes everything there, and would like to go back next year. |
train_7149 | Eben: Andrew, you are late again. What's the matter?
Andrew: I got stuck in the heavy traffic.
Eben: How long does it take you to come here?
Andrew: It depends. If I ride my bike, it will take me about 50 minutes.
Eben: How about taking the bus?
Andrew: If I am lucky, I will spend only half an hour on my way. But if it... | Andrew is late because of the traffic. Eben suggests him moving closer to their company. But Andrew doesn't want to because he likes living near friends. |
train_7150 | Hale: I'm glad these batteries are on sale.
Yoshi: I'm sorry. These batteries are not on sale.
Hale: But that's what the ad said.
Yoshi: I'm sorry. If you look at the ad again, you'll see that the other brand is on sale.
Hale: Oh. You're right. I misread the ad.
Yoshi: Yes, many people make that mistake.
Hale: Well, yo... | Hale wants to buy some batteries but mistakes which brand is on sale. Yoshi tells Hale the correct one. |
train_7151 | Miss Lu: Mr. Wang, I've had scheduled for your two days stay in Shanghai. You can make some changes if it does not suit you.
Mr. Wang: All right. Please read it to me.
Miss Lu: On Friday morning, Mr. Wang, the director of Shanghai Research Institute, will visit you at the hotel. In the afternoon, you will discuss some ... | Miss Lu reports Mr. Wang's two-day business schedule in Shanghai to him. Mr. Wang thinks it's great. |
train_7152 | Sibley: Good morning everyone. Thank you for attending the meeting today. I'm sure you all have a copy of the agenda. So let's get started with the first issue.
Ms. Arts: We're here today to present to you the results of our marketing research regarding the consumer behavior.
Sibley: I would like to begin by introducin... | Sibley and Ms. Arts are hosting a meeting about the results of marketing research. They first introduce their guests, and then start the meeting. |
train_7153 | Glenn: The air quality in this city is horrendous! The pollution levels were so high that we weren't supposed to go outside with a face mask again!
Tommie: Exhaust fumes from vehicles cause a great deal of damage to the environment.
Glenn: On top of that, there are a few large chemical factories in the suburbs, which a... | Glenn and Tommie complain about the bad air quality in their city. Tommie suggests finding another city to live in but Glenn says there aren't many places left without being affected by global warming. Glenn hopes everyone can contribute to protecting the environment. |
train_7154 | Hanna: Excuse me. I'd like to check out, please.
Byram: Of course, sir. Did you have anything from the minibar?
Hanna: No.
Byram: Ok, the total would be $ 367 and 65 cents.How would you pay?
Hanna: By American express, if that's ok.
Byram: Of course, sir. Will you need taxi?
Hanna: That's ok. I'm expecting a lift from ... | Hanna checks out at the hotel with Byram's assistance. |
train_7155 | Dr. Ford: What seems to be the trouble, Mr. Brown?
Mr. Brown: I'm in pretty bad shape, Dr. Ford.
Dr. Ford: Oh, in what way?
Mr. Brown: No appetite, always on edge, and I can't sleep well.
Dr. Ford: Did you lose any weight?
Mr. Brown: Yes, I have lost quite a few pounds since last month.
Dr. Ford: When was the last time... | Mr. Brown is in bad shape. Dr. Ford checks his body and thinks he is run-down and suggests he get enough rest. |
train_7156 | Cristi: Ticket, please. Do you have a seat preference?
Aubrey: Yes. I want a window seat definitely, in the smoking section.
Cristi: Sure. Please put your baggage on scale.
Aubrey: What's the weight limit?
Cristi: 20kg. Yours is not overweight. Here is your boarding pass and baggage tag. Please go to the satellite hall... | Cristi is checking in and will wait for boarding. |
train_7157 | Dana: Nice to meet you here. How come you dropped into this company today?
Rasla: My boss sent me here to take some business documents back to his office. I didn't know you were working here. What a surprise. How long have you been doing this?
Dana: Two years or so.
Rasla: That is great. Do you have to work the night s... | Rasla happens to meet Dana in Dana's workplace. Dana tells Rasla Dana has been working here for two years. Dana says Dana is really stressed when it's busy but the people Dana met are good. |
train_7158 | Karee: May I take a look at the shoes over there?
Dyann: Certainly. What's your size?
Karee: Size 24. Are they synthetic or leather?
Dyann: They are all leather. How do they feel?
Karee: It's comfortable. I will take it. | Karee buys a pair of shoes. |
train_7159 | Bernie: Excuse me, What time does the next bus for Boston leave?
Wakefield: It leaves at 8 o' clock.
Bernie: I see. Are there any seat available?
Wakefield: Just a moment please. Yes. You can have a seat.
Bernie: Good. How much is it when we take it?
Wakefield: It thirty eight dollars.
Bernie: All right. Here's forty d... | Wakefield checks the bus ticket to Boston for Bernie and Bernie buys one. |
train_7160 | Blair: Are you ready?
Marshall: Ready for what?
Blair: Ready for the big switch.
Marshall: What are you talking about?
Blair: The nation is switching to digital TV.
Marshall: Oh. Of course I'm ready.
Blair: Did you buy the converter?
Marshall: No, I don't need a converter because I bought a digital TV.
Blair: How much ... | Blair tells Marshall the age of digital TV is coming. Marshall says Marshall has already bought one. |
train_7161 | Adella: How often do you use the internet?
Joelle: I use it almost every day, but I usually only use it to check my email. I don't often surf the net. You use the internet a lot, don't you?
Adella: Yes. I use it to find products and components at the lowest price for my company. It can be frustrating when the connectio... | Adella uses the internet to find products for Adella's company. Adella thinks the Internet is useful, but there are problems like fake information. So they would visit the shop and check the products. |
train_7162 | Orren: Do you know much about computers?
Charin: Not a great deal.
Orren: I've just been reading an article about them. they'll be used for all sorts of things now.
Charin: For accounting system and things like that, you mean?
Orren: Yes, but they are used for other things, too. Do you remember when we went to buy a ti... | Orren and Charin talk about the fields where computers have been used and take their experience of buying a ticket as an example. |
train_7163 | Ana Ferris: Nick! How's it going?
Nick: Oh, hey. . .
Ana Ferris: What are you doing in this neighbourhood? Do you live around here?
Nick: Actually, my office is right around the corner.
Ana Ferris: It was great to meet you last week at the conference. I really enjoyed our conversation about foreign investment.
Nick: Ye... | Ana greets Nick and tells him she enjoyed their conversation last week. However, Nick forgets her name and feels sorry. Luckily, Ana doesn't mind it. |
train_7164 | Thorvald: Did you have any hobbies?
Gilbertine: Yes, reading is my hobby.
Thorvald: What kind of books do you like to read most?
Gilbertine: Many kinds of books. When I was a child in elementary school, I enjoyed reading fables and science fiction. When I became to a teenager at middle school, I was interested in detec... | Gilbertine likes reading, and Gilbertine likes different books in different stages. |
train_7165 | Carol: The new computer software is driving me crazy! I really need a break!
Ardra: I know what you mean, Carol. I'Ve had nothing but trouble with it. They say it's supposed to be easy!
Carol: That's what I'Ve heard. But as far as I'm concerned, it takes a genius to figure it out. Can you pass the sugar, please?
Ardra:... | Carol and Ardra complain about how troublesome the new computer software is. |
train_7166 | Ann: How nice it is here.
Tabatha: You can say that again. The sun is shining and there is a pleasant breeze. It's so lovely.
Ann: I've heard the weather here is ideal, just like spring most of the year.
Tabatha: That's correct. We have four seasons of spring. | Ann praises the nice weather here but Tabatha says they have four seasons of spring here. |
train_7167 | Prasun: I just finished reading this article 'Getting Old Gracefully'. It's a very good article.
Kimberly: What does it say?
Prasun: A lot of things. There is a part about how old people should accept being old and stop feeling restless. You really should read it.
Kimberly: Thank you. But I don't think I'll bother.
Pra... | Kimberly recommends Prasun to read an article about getting old. Prasun doesn't have such worries but may read it later. |
train_7168 | Elyssa: Professor, I'm concerned about my grades. Do you have a minute?
Professor: Of course, how can I help you?
Elyssa: I want to know if I am doing OK.
Professor: Let's pull out your scores so far. Do you think you are doing OK?
Elyssa: I am afraid that I might not be doing all that well.
Professor: I'm seeing that ... | Elyssa is concerned with Elyssa's grades. Professor gives some suggestions and encourages Elyssa. |
train_7169 | Jillian: Are you almost finished with my hair?
Dorena: I'm almost finished.
Jillian: How much longer is it going to be?
Dorena: I'm done now. Do you like it?
Jillian: I absolutely love it.
Dorena: You really like it?
Jillian: Yes, I truly do.
Dorena: I'm glad you like it.
Jillian: How much do I owe you?
Dorena: It's go... | Dorena does Jillian's haircut and Jillian is satisfied. Jillian pays $55 to Dorena happily. |
train_7170 | Alisha: What an attractive blouse, You look so pretty in this blue dress!
Lacey: Really? Thank you. I bought it in Spring Street yesterday.
Alisha: It's very nice. It goes well with your skirt.
Lacey: Thank you. It's very nice of you to say so.
Alisha: Not at all. This dress certainly shows your good taste.
Lacey: That... | Alisha compliments Lacey's dress and Lacey appreciates it. |
train_7171 | Adi: Hello! How do I restock my minibar?
Kristian: You've drunk everything, sir?
Adi: I finished it all.
Kristian: Do you want the whole minibar, or just certain items?
Adi: Send me up three bottles each of Perrier and Jim Beam.
Kristian: That's three Jim Beams and three Perriers. Anything else, sir?
Adi: The apples in... | Adi wants to restock the minibar. Kristian asks what Adi wants and will have them sent soon. |
train_7172 | Iris: Boris, look at this sentence. ' Healthy eating is not about strict nutrition philosophies, staying unrealistically thin, or depriving yourself of foods you love. ' It's interesting, isn't it?
Boris: I'd rather say it's confusing. what are those ' strict nutrition philosophies ' about?
Iris: I believe they are car... | Iris finds a sentence saying that healthy eating is not about depriving of foods people like. Boris and Iris are both surprised at it. They believe one should have basic ideas about one's health. |
train_7173 | Madison: Hello, is this apartment management?
Lucila: Can I help you?
Madison: Yes, this is the tenant of apartment ten. I guess my kitchen sink is clogging up again, and so is the bathtub.
Lucila: Alright. I'll send someone over tomorrow.
Madison: Um, I'd really appreciate it if you send someone over to fix it today. ... | Madison calls Lucila and says the sink and the bathtub are broken. Lucila promises to come right away. |
train_7174 | Mary Kell: I'm Mary Kell. May I ask your name?
Zhuang Lingy: My name is Zhuang Lingy. How are you, Miss Kelly?
Mary Kell: I'm glad to meet you, Mr. Zhuang. Sit down, please.
Zhuang Lingy: Thank you. Miss Kelly.
Mary Kell: What are your qualifications for being a clerk typist?
Zhuang Lingy: I can type 120 words a minute... | Mr. Zhuang wants to apply for the job of a clerk typist. After Miss Kelly tests his ability and introduces him to Mr. McBride. |
train_7175 | Steven: Hello, can I speak to Mr. Green?
Mr. Green: Yes, speaking.
Steven: This is Steven speaking. I'd like to buy a stock.
Mr. Green: What stock do you want to buy and how many?
Steven: I'd like to buy 1 000 shares of Duson.
Mr. Green: Let me get the asking price of the stock. Just a moment. Oh, now the asking price ... | Steven calls Mr. Green and says he wants to buy the stock of Duson because he heard that this stock would go up. |
train_7176 | Smith: May I help you?
Zhang Due: Yes, I've come in apply for the position as head of claim department.
Smith: I'm Smith, the manager of Human Resources Department. May I ask your name?
Zhang Due: My name is Zhang Due.
Smith: Would you tell me what education background you have?
Zhang Due: I graduated from Beijing Coll... | Zhang wants to apply for the position as head of claim department. Smith interviews Zhang. In the end, Zhang is accepted for a period of probation. |
train_7177 | Maddalena: I heard you want to apply for the position as a foreign bank staff member, is it true?
Mariel: Yes, it's true.
Maddalena: What about the foreign bank?
Mariel: It's a branch of the Bank of America in Beijing.
Maddalena: What are the requirements?
Mariel: The applicant must be alert and quick at figures, and l... | Mariel wants to apply for a position as a foreign bank staff member. Maddalena asks something about it. |
train_7178 | Fiann: I want to get in shape. I feel like a fence sitter, not really fat, but not really healthy.
Kelsey: I know what you mean. I fit into my clothes, but I'm not always comfortable.
Fiann: Would you like to get in shape together?
Kelsey: What do you have in mind?
Fiann: How about going to the gym? There's one really ... | Fiann and Kelsey both want to get in shape. Fiann suggests they go to the gym together. |
train_7179 | Sutherland: Stand back from the door, please. There're plenty of seats in the rear.
Eveleen: What's the fare, please?
Sutherland: One yuan fifty cents. Drop it in the box here.
Eveleen: Is this the right bus to Zizhuyuan Park?
Sutherland: Take a No. 2. This is No. 12.
Eveleen: But somebody told me this was the right bu... | Sutherland gets on a bus but doesn't know whether it is the right bus to the destination. Eveleen tells Sutherland it is. |
train_7180 | Addie: I need to buy some fruit.
Wini: All the fruit are pretty fresh here.
Addie: How much are the pears?
Wini: They're four yuan per kilo.
Addie: Give me one kilo of those, please. Do you have any fresh plums?
Wini: Yes, we do. They are eight yuan per kilo.
Addie: It's a bit too expensive. We can get it for six yuan ... | Addie buys some pears and plums in Wini's store after Wini agrees to give a discount. |
train_7181 | Wenonah: Would you mind if I ask you whether you are married or not?
Lauralee: To be frank, I was married once, and now I'm single.
Wenonah: Do you mean you got a divorce?
Lauralee: Yes, my first marriage was a failure. | Wenonah asks Lauralee about Lauralee's marital status. Lauralee says Lauralee divorced. |
train_7182 | Judi: I think the position is pretty good. And the neighbors seem nice. However, considering the walls have to be repaired, and the shelves must be repainted, your asking price is a little too high. Could you give us a better price?
Yves: I'm sorry, but several people are interested in his flat, so I think we can get t... | Judi doesn't want to buy the flat because it is expensive. So Yves is going to show Judi another cheaper flat. |
train_7183 | Dee: Morning, Peter. Late again!
Peter: Oh, I'm so sorry. I can't tell you how sorry I am.
Dee: Mm, what's the excuse this time?
Peter: I must have turned the alarm clock off and gone back to sleep again.
Dee: Yeah, and last week,the car was broken.
Peter: Yes, I know.
Dee: Umm...
Peter: I'm really sorry. I promise it ... | Peter is late again. He feels sorry and promises not to be late again. |
train_7184 | Kara-Lynn: My back really hurts. Do you have any medicine?
Sissy: I can give you some painkillers. But don't you think you should go to the hospital?
Kara-Lynn: Let me see if the pills will make the pain go away first. | Kara-Lynn's back hurts. Sissy gives painkillers to Kara-Lynn. |
train_7185 | Tom: What's that book you just picked up?
Marianna: The sociology text professor Smith uses in his course.
Tom: You had better read it if you want to pass the course.
Marianna: But it is too expensive. I simply can't afford it.
Tom: How much does it cost?
Marianna: It costs 40 dollars.
Tom: Did you check the used book ... | Marianna needs a book but can't afford it. Tom tells Marianna that his roommate has the book and will ask him if he'll lend it to Marianna. |
train_7186 | Rawley: If you had signaled your intention to return a little sooner, this wouldn't have happened.
Rosanne: But I signaled in time! Just look at the mess you've made of my car! You were driving carelessly and your speed was above the limit! You're the one who's to blame! | Rawley and Rosanne argue who's to blame for a traffic accident. |
train_7187 | Adolphus: Have you seen Mr. Li?
Arabel: No, I haven't. Is he looking for me?
Adolphus: Yes, he is. He wants to talk to you.
Arabel: To me? About what?
Adolphus: There's an opening in the sales department. He wants to talk to you about it.
Arabel: Oh, that's great! What kind of this job is it?
Adolphus: He hasn't told m... | Adolphus tells Arabel Mr. Li is looking for Arabel to talk about a new job. |
train_7188 | Wyn: First. I'd like you to tell me a bit about your experience.
Mr. Brown: Well. I left school after I'd done my A-levels.
Wyn: What subjects did you take?
Mr. Brown: French. German and Art.
Wyn: Art?
Mr. Brown: Well. I really wanted to study Art. But a friend of my father's provided with me a job-he's an accountant i... | Wyn interviews Mr. Brown and asks about his educational background and working experience, his family members, and what he does in his spare time. |
train_7189 | Anastasie: You look a bit worried, Susan, what's wrong?
Susan: I just seem to be putting on some weight these days.
Anastasie: Oh dear! That's quite a problem. Can I offer you some advice?
Susan: Of course, what do you think I should do?
Anastasie: I suggest you go on a diet or at least stop eating too much of the thin... | Susan feels worried because she's gained weight. Anastasie advises her to go on a diet and take exercise. |
train_7190 | Melonie: I've been told that you are a very successful businessman abroad. I wonder how you managed to achieve such success?
Nathanil: Oh, through a lot of hard work, of course.
Melonie: I suppose that in a foreign country it was difficult at first, wasn't it?
Nathanil: Surely it was, especially when you only knew f... | Melonie asks Nathanil how Nathanil becomes a successful businessman. Nathanil talks about Nathanil's early experience but ends the conversation shortly because of a coming meeting. |
train_7191 | Karen: It's getting freezing.
Donica: Yes. I bought a scarf yesterday. It's really nice and warm. Have a look.
Karen: Oh, it's made of wool. I like the striped pattern.
Donica: Yes, I adore simple fashions. How does it look on me?
Karen: It looks great, but you need something to go with it. It's too plain on its own.
... | Donica bought a new scarf as it's getting freezing. Karen suggests Donica have a blue sweater and a pair of earrings to go with it. Donica praises Karen's fashion sense. |
train_7192 | Ashlee: I'm exhausted. My new exercise class is so hard,
Libby: I think it is easy. I could work in your class with no problem.
Ashlee: You thing so?
Libby: Oh, without a doubt. When is the next class?
Ashlee: Tomorrw morning. Try it.
Libby: No problem.
Ashlee: Are you going to this class this morning?
Libby: Of... | Ashlee thinks the new exercise class is too hard while Libby thinks it easy. So they make a bet that Libby handle it easily. |
train_7193 | Jack: Jack, our teacher let me ask you which circus tickets you've decided to buy.
Ashlen: Well, there wasn't much choice of them. There weren't enough of the 12 pounds 50 seats for all of us, which is what I was planning to buy. And although there were lots of seats at 15 pounds 50, these were only on weekday afternoo... | The teacher let Jack ask Jack which circus tickets he's decided to buy for the class. Jack says he would buy the expensive ones and explains why. |
train_7194 | Claudelle: Doesn't that cloud look like a bear?
Ricardo: No, it looks like a dog to me. That one over there looks like a bear.
Claudelle: No, it doesn't. That one looks like a cat.
Ricardo: The sun is setting. Let's leave, so we can make it to my mom's on time for dinner.
Claudelle: OK. Where's the car? At the garden g... | Claudelle and Ricardo talk about the shape of the clouds. Then they realize it's time to drive to Ricardo's mom's for dinner. They will buy some flowers and get gas on the way home. |
train_7195 | Angela: Thank you for calling target.com. My name is Angela and I'd be happy to assist you today. What is the name on the account?
Mark Sanchez: Mark Sanchez.
Angela: Thank you, Mr. Sanchez. What's your email address?
Mark Sanchez: It's mark889@gmail.com.
Angela: Thank you. How may I help you today?
Mark Sanchez: I ord... | Mark calls Angela and wants to know why his order hasn't arrived yet. Angela finds some of his items were damaged during transport, and tells him they are shipping new ones. |
train_7196 | Amelia: Amelia, I'll quit my job.
JoAnne: Really, why?
Amelia: This company is small and many workers have been dismissed last month. And I can't continue working for a company that may let me go.
JoAnne: But surely they wouldn't fire you. You are one of the most experienced managers here.
Amelia: Well, to be honest. I... | Amelia tells Amelia that Amelia will quit Amelia's job because Amelia has gotten a better offer. After hearing that, Amelia asks Amelia to write a recommendation letter for her before Amelia goes. |
train_7197 | Andrea: Hello, Anna. Are you free this Friday evening?
Anna: Yes, why?
Andrea: There is a get-together at my home. Would you like to join us?
Anna: Who else will be there?
Andrea: Oh, there all our friends. Peter, Paul, Daniela and some other classmates.
Anna: Is Jack coming?
Andrea: No. I didn't invite him. I know you... | Andrea invites Anna to come to a get-together. Anna agrees after she knows Jack won't come because they are on bad terms. |
train_7198 | Millicent: Hi, how are you?
Lucio: It's nice to meet you. Thanks for coming.
Millicent: It's my pleasure.
Lucio: I wanted to meet with you to discuss your daughter.
Millicent: Is she acting up in class?
Lucio: Not at all. She's a joy to have in my class.
Millicent: Is she really?
Lucio: She is absolutely wonderful.
Mil... | Lucio tells Millicent that Millicent's daughter is wonderful, intelligent, and well-behaved in Lucio's class. |
train_7199 | Waiter: Can I help you?
Leilah: En, I am looking for a porter, do you know where I can find one?
Waiter: There are so many here.The men with red hats are the porters.
Leilah: What's the charge?
Waiter: Well, it depends how many pieces of luggages you have.
Leilah: Thank you. | Waiter is assisting Leilah in finding a porter. |
train_7200 | Karen: I would like to buy some local handcrafts as gifts to my friends and relatives.
Lorene: There are many stores selling handcrafts in Paris. Our store is wellknown for vase, table wear and jewelry boxes. You can take your time and choose whatever you like.
Karen: Well, the tapestry is delicate and beautiful.
Loren... | Karen's looking for local handicrafts in Paris as gifts. Karen'll take a tapestry, a set of table wear, a vase, and a candle with Lorene's assistance. |
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