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train_8601
Jeremy: Excuse me, waiter, would you please bring us a nest? A friend of mine will join us. waiter: Wait a moment. Here you are. Jeremy: By the way, we would like to order some dishes for my friend. waiter: Sure.
Jeremy asks the waiter for a nest and orders some dishes.
train_8602
Emmy: Oh, damn. There ' s another traffic jam on the highway. Jordy: How can there be a traffic jam on a 16 - lane highway every day? Emmy: There are just too many people, and too many cars. Jordy: I wonder if there was an accident. Emmy: No, they just said it too many people were trying to get off at the Capitol exits...
Emmy and Jordy encounter a traffic jam. They put on some music because they're going to be stuck for a while.
train_8603
Marylee: How's the bride-to-be? Cristi: Tired and stressed. This wedding is giving me a headache. Marylee: Just relax. With me as your maid of honor, everything will be fine! Cristi: I'm worried that everything will be chaotic! Marylee: Hey! I'm the tour guide. I'll take care of the Taiwanese guests. Cristi: You're goi...
The bride-to-be is tired and stressed about the wedding. Marylee comforts her.
train_8604
Minda: May I help you? Suellen: I'm looking for a pair of shoes. Minda: What size do you wear? These shoes are on sale. Suellen: I wear size 36. This pair looks nice. Can I try them on? Minda: Of course, yes. They look nice. And they're not expensive. Suellen: How much are they? Minda: They are $ 168. Suellen: I'll tak...
Minda helps Suellen choose shoes. Minda will take the pair which costs $168.
train_8605
Dr. Smith: Good morning, how are you doing today? Britney: I have been feeling pretty good, Dr. Smith. Dr. Smith: So, I can see by your chart that you are here for your annual physical. Britney: Yes, I am playing on the tennis team this year, and they are requiring me to get a physical exam. Dr. Smith: We are basically...
Britney goes to Dr. Smith for an annual physical exam. The doctor will check Britney for asthma, blood sugar, etc. Britney hopes the tests turn out well.
train_8606
Room Service: Good morning, Room Service. May I help you? Mr. White: I'd like to have lunch in my room. Room Service: OK, sir. We offer two types of lunch, Chinese food and western food. Which one would you prefer? Mr. White: What does a Chinese food have? Room Service: Rice, egg, beef and vegetables. Mr. White: That w...
Mr.White in Room 204 calls Room Service and asks to have Chinese food for lunch in his room.
train_8607
Nicky: Hi, Francis, how was your business trip? Francis: It was a nightmare. Nicky: What's up? Francis: Actually, the business trip itself was very successful. We arrived on time, we had nice conversations and we settled some important issues for the next year. Nicky: Sounds quite fruitful, why do you call it still a n...
Francis tells Nicky his business trip was a nightmare because the airline lost his luggage and then he lost his carry on bag. Nicky feels sorry for him.
train_8608
Hanna: Hey. I'm a visitor from China. I love your music. It's the best I've ever heard. Will you please spare a little bit of time for me? Jemimah: Sure. Thank you for saying that. Actually, those songs were sung for the first time today. I wrote them in the past two months. Hanna: Oh, you wrote them all by yourself. T...
Hanna loves Jemimah's music. Jemimah picked up the guitar at an early age and studied on Jemimah's own by listening to records of top players. Hanna thinks it's unbelievable.
train_8609
Herculie: You'll soon graduate from your university. Do you have any plans for the future? Zelig: I'm planning to go to graduate school, but I also want to find a job. Otherwise, I'll have nowhere to go if I fail the entrance exam. Herculie: Do you have a clear career path to follow? Zelig: career path? I'm not sure. H...
After graduation, Zelig wants to go to graduate school and also find a job. Herculie advises Zelig to decide what kind of career Herculie really wants, to plan a career path, and to try Herculie's best to achieve the goal.
train_8610
Lyndsie: When do you usually go to the movies? Claude: I usually go in my free time on the weekends. How about you? Lyndsie: The movie theater is always so crowded on the weekends. I like to go to the movies during the week. Claude: That's true. And sometimes the tickets are cheaper during the week as well.
Claude usually goes to the movies on the weekends. Lyndsie likes to go during the week.
train_8611
Steven: Hello, Tom. I'm really glad to meet you here. Tom: I'm glad too. Steven, I want to tell you that I'm going to divorce my wife. Steven: I'm so surprised, B. Why did you decide to end your marriage suddenly? Tom: We don't get along well with each other and fight a lot. Steven: I didn't know that. I thought that y...
Tom tells Steven he's going to divorce his wife because they don't get along well and fight a lot. Steven is surprised and hopes they will have an amicable split. Tom accepts his advice.
train_8612
Johnny: Dad, I'd like to borrow some money. Mikhail: Sure, Johnny, how much do you need? five bucks? Johnny: Come on, Dad, I need thirty thousand. I wanna get into the market. You know, I'm tired of hearing all this news about the economic downturn, the inevitable recession, people stuffing their money in their mattres...
Johnny wants to borrow thirty thousand from his dad because he wants to get into the market. His dad thinks it would be very unwise to invest so he refuses. Johnny is going to go hit up his mother for the cash.
train_8613
Robert: You're right--Italian! Ha! Ha! I was trying to trick you, but you didn't fall for it! Rita: I almost did! Actually, I don't know that much about coffee, even though I sell it. Robert: I could give you a few pointers if you want. I know a lot about coffee. Rita: Thanks. Maybe if things slow down later I'll stop ...
Rita almost fell for Robert's trick. Although she sells coffee, she doesn't know much about it.
train_8614
Lissie: Good morning, sir. What can I do for you? Ossie: I want to check in. Lissie: Have you made a reservation? Ossie: No, I want a double room. By the way, is there any discount for children? Lissie: Yes, children are half price. Ossie: Ok, please have me arrange one.
Ossie wants a double room. Lissie tells him children are half price.
train_8615
Buster: I want to open a saving account, sir. What's the proper procedure? Perceval: First, you fill out the application form and then we'll issue you a passbook. Buster: Is there any minimum for the first deposit? Perceval: No, Even a dollar is all right. Here's your passbook, sir, just sign your name on it. Buster: W...
Buster wants to open a saving account. Perceval tells him he has to deposit enough money to write out checks.
train_8616
Henri: Welcome to China, Mr. Martin. Mr. Martin: Thank you so much. I have been expecting to come to China. Henri: I am very glad that you say so. We have prepared a typical Chinese dinner this evening. Mr. Martin: Oh, you needn't do that. Henri: My pleasure.
Henri welcomes Mr. Martin to China with a typical Chinese dinner.
train_8617
Evangelina: Right, that ends the third and final part of our presentation. I'd like to end by emphasizing the main points. I'll give you a brief summary. There are three potential areas for development in the future, domestic, overseas market, and the internet. Each of these markets have their own particular need for m...
Evangelina wants to end the presentation by emphasizing the main points that they need to be sensitive to different markets, while Mark wants to restate the importance of reinventing the company's image and end with a true story.
train_8618
Noam: Man, they take a lot of our paycheck. Leah: Yeah, the government really takes a bite, doesn't it? Noam: Seriously. The only tax I don't mind them taking is social security. It's only a few dollars every paycheck. Leah: Yeah, I don't mind it either. We'll both end up rich slobs and not need it, but what if we do, ...
Noam and Leah both think that the government takes a lot of their paycheck. They don't mind social security.
train_8619
Rainer: Hello. Can I talk to David? Jorrie: One second, please. ( a few seconds later, the receiver comes back and says ) Hello? Rainer: Yes. Jorrie: I'm sorry. David is out to lunch right now. Rainer: Okay. I'm his wife. Could you tell him to call me back when he returns? Jorrie: Sure. Does he know where to call you? ...
David's wife calls David, but Jorrie says he is unavailable. She asks Jorrie to tell him to call her back.
train_8620
Philippe: Welcome to IBA. What can we do for you? Judie: It's a bit of a problem situation, actually. . . you see, our company has a Corporate Account with you, but unfortunately, we've been experiencing cash flow problems recently. Philippe: I'm sorry to hear that. We value all of our customers, regardless of circumst...
Judie needs a loan because their company is experiencing cash flow problems recently. Philippe from IBA recommends the 60-day loan and Judie accepts.
train_8621
Miao Ping: Good afternoon, Mr. Meng. It's a little late for you, isn't it? Mr. Meng: Hello, Miao Ping. Yes, I've been stuck in back to back meetings all day, but I really wanted to come and speak to you. Miao Ping: What can I help you with? Mr. Meng: I'm interested in putting some of my money into investment tools, you...
Mr. Meng asks Miao Ping to give some advice on putting some money into investment tools. Miao recommends Open-Ended funds and says their Investment Financing Service will help to choose where to put the funds and look at the pros and cons.
train_8622
Hilary: I have to talk to you! Blake: What, Hilary? I'm really in a hurry! Hilary: I know, Blake. But you'Ve been avoiding me all morning, and we have got to talk about this deal with the Mc Kinsey Food Company. Blake: I'Ve been busy, Hilary. We can set up a meeting to talk about the deal, but I still feel the same way...
Hilary wants to talk with Blake about the deal with a food company, but Blake is busy.
train_8623
Bradley: How long has the company been in business? Davies Engineering: For over forty years. The original company Davies Engineering - was founded in 1960 by the Davies brothers in a small workshop near Manchester. They closed down the workshop in 1980 and opened up a new factory in Leeds. Bradley: When did it become ...
Davies Engineering tells Bradley the company was founded in 1960 as Davies Engineering and then became CABS in 1997.
train_8624
Anabel: We will go to climb up the hill tomorrow. Let's go to supermarket to buy some food. Sibbie: Yes, we can have a picnic on the top of the hill. Anabel: What should we buy? Sibbie: Let me see. We should go to buy some fruit first. Anabel: It is heavy and not convenient to take them to the top. Sibbie: How about ta...
Anabel and Sibbie are discussing what to buy in the supermarket for climbing up the hill tomorrow. They'll take a cantaloupe and buy some candy, nuts, drinks, yogurt, and saucers.
train_8625
Loren: Excuse me, is this seat taken? Tish: No, please feel free. Loren: Thanks a lot. Tish: Do you work in Shanghai? Loren: Yes I do. How about you? Tish: No, I'm a tourist. This place is amazing! It's much bigger than I imagined, and much more exciting! There's so much to see here. Loren: You can say that again! It's...
Loren works in Shanghai and Tish is a tourist from Kansas. They both think Shanghai is amazing.
train_8626
Hanni: I heard Nick found a job in a bank and his salary is said very high. I also want to work there. Matteo: Will this do? Your major is not related to banking, as you know. Hanni: I know that, but making a lot of money makes me crazy. Matteo: Money is not the only standard to decide your career. In fact, there are m...
Hanni wants a job that makes lots of money, but Matteo thinks there are more important things they can refer to when evaluating career.
train_8627
Peter: Good evening. This is Peter in Room 310. Karyl: Good evening. May I help you? Peter: I'm going to Beijing early tomorrow morning. And I'd like to request an early morning call. Will that give you much trouble? Karyl: Oh, no, never. What's the exact time you'd like us to call you tomorrow morning? Peter: Well, my...
Peter would like to request an early morning call. Karyl says Karyl will call him at 6:30 a.m.
train_8628
Ashlen: What kind of training does one need to go into this type of job? Amalea: That's a very good question. I don't think there is any, specifically. Ashlen: For example, in your case, what is your educational background? Amalea: Well, I did a degree in French at Nottingham. After that, I did careers work in secondar...
Amalea tells Ashlen there's no specific training one needs to go into this type of job and introduces that Amalea did a degree in French. Ashlen agrees because Ashlen did an English literature degree and didn't expect to end up doing what Ashlen is doing now.
train_8629
Doll: Well, is this your first time visiting China? So I bet you're expecting to see a lot while you are here. Andromache: Not really. See, this is a sales promotion tour for our new product line. I'm really pressed for time.
Andromache tells Doll that Andromache is pressed for time during the tour in China.
train_8630
Rheba: We haven't gone out for over a month. Let's go somewhere this evening. Deane: Fine, where shall we go? Rheba: Look in the newspaper to see what's on at the cinema or the theater. Deane: I see new play opened this week. Rheba: I enjoy a concert. Deane: According to the newspaper there aren't any tonight. Rheba: A...
Rheba proposes going out this evening. Deane agrees. They decide to watch 'Titanic'.
train_8631
Flemming: Could you tell me the time of the last plane to Hong Kong this evening? Alberto: There's one at 10:15, but it's fully booked, I think. Flemming: Then the time of the first plane tomorrow morning? Alberto: The first plane leaves at 8:15. Flemming: Can you tell me when it arrives so that I can ask my secretary ...
Flemming asks Alberto about the timetable of the planes. Alberto says Alberto will let Flemming know if there's any change on the flight.
train_8632
Hilary: Would you please tell me about your best holiday, Nancy? Nancy: Well, it was my trip in Nepal. We went there 10 years ago, doing some walking in the mountains. Hilary: How long did you stay there? Nancy: 20 days. Hilary: 20 days! That's a long time. How far did you walk every day? Nancy: Perhaps 15 kilometers. ...
Nancy tells Hilary her best holiday was her trip to Nepal 10 years ago. She thinks the best thing about it was the walking and the exercise and recommends Hilary to visit there.
train_8633
Lemmie: Our basketball team is playing in the finals but I don't have a ticket. I guess I'll just watch it on TV. Do you want to come over? Sher: Actually I have a ticket. But I'm not feeling well. You can have it for what it cost me.
Lemmie doesn't have a ticket for the basketball game. Sher has one and can sell it.
train_8634
Nicolea: You're from New York, aren't you? Jorrie: Yes, that's right. Nicolea: What do you suggest I should see in New York? Jorrie: Well, how about the Museum of Modern Art? Nicolea: No, I don't like museums. They're boring. Jorrie: Why don't you go to see the Empire State Building? Nicolea: Ah! That sounds inte...
Jorrie is from New York and recommends the Empire State Building to Nicolea.
train_8635
Beijing Restaurant: Hello. Beijing Restaurant. How can I help you? Roxi: Hi. I want to place an order, please. Beijing Restaurant: For pick -up or delivery? Roxi: Pick- up. Beijing Restaurant: What would you like to order? Roxi: I have a menu from your restaurant. I'll order using the number of each meal from your...
Roxi calls Beijing Restaurant to place an order for pick-up and tells Beijing Restaurant that Roxi will be there in about an hour.
train_8636
Florie: What's that book you have under your arm? Elmore: It's the best seller everyone's been talking about for the last six months. Florie: How in the world did you get a copy? I've put a hold on it at the public library for weeks and I'm still waiting my turn. Elmore: I checked it out of the rental library. It on...
Elmore borrowed the best-selling book from the rental library. Florie asks if it's worth paying for, but Elmore can't tell yet.
train_8637
Ms. Rodriguez: Excuse me. Mr. Emory? Mr. Emory: Yes, Ms. Rodriguez? How can I help you? Ms. Rodriguez: I wanted to see if I could arrange a meeting with you to discuss recruitment. Mr. Emory: Absolutely. I've been wanting to meet with you about that. Let me just get my book.
Ms. Rodriguez arranges a meeting with Mr. Emory to discuss recruitment.
train_8638
Cathyleen: Hi! It's still seven o'clock. Are you crazy? Winni: I got the information that there is a killer sale at the shopping mall near our block. Get up and I will wait for you at the gate of our flat. Cathyleen: Every time when you glimpse some stylish clothes, you change into another person. Winni: Stop compla...
Winni gets up at seven for a killer sale and asks Cathyleen to go together. Cathyleen complains that Winni is a shopaholic.
train_8639
Rudyard: Good morning. I'm thinking about buying some new furniture for my living room. Could you help me? Manuel: Certainly. As you can see, we have several three-piece suites on sale. Feel free to sit down and test how comfortable they are. Rudyard: I came to your store yesterday and have come back today to make a ...
Manuel is helping Rudyard buy the black leather suite for Rudyard's living room, two-floor lamps to improve the lighting, and some cushion covers.
train_8640
Steven: What are you doing now, Steven? Florina: I am reading a book about money management. Steven: Oh, my God. Do you want to be a millionaire? I can see you are very crazy about money. Florina: Everyone wants to earn a lot of money. Don't you think so? What's more, I am interested in money management. Steven: No...
Steven is reading a book about money management because he wants to make more money. Steven advises him to take care of himself because health is the most important thing.
train_8641
Torey: I find it really hard to express myself in class. I have lots of ideas, but they never seem to come out of my mouth. Orazio: let me give you a little advice. You know what the topics are going to be, so prepares what you would like to say in advance. Torey: I often do, but I'm worried about the responses from ...
Torey finds it hard to speak in class. Orazio advises Torey to prepare what Torey would like to say in advance and express possibilities if Torey is in two minds about a topic.
train_8642
Jonny: Why don't you come round for a meal one evening next week? Delcina: I'd love to. Jonny: Which day would suit you? Delcina: Any day except Tuesday. Jonny: How about Thursday? Delcina: Yes, Thursday would be fine. What time shall I come? Jonny: Oh, about 6:00. Will that be OK? Delcina: Yes, of course. Thank...
Jonny invites Delcina to have a meal and Delcina agrees.
train_8643
Anthea: Excuse me, I'd like to try some Chinese food. Virge: We serve excellent Chinese food. Which style do you prefer? Anthea: I know nothing about Chinese food. Could you give me some suggestions? Virge: It's divided into 8 big cuisines such as Cantonese food, Shandong food, Sichuan food etc. Anthea: Is there an...
Anthea would like to try some Chinese food. Virge introduces different types of cuisines and recommends some Sichuan dishes because Anthea likes hot food.
train_8644
Maritsa: Good afternoon, sir. May I help you? The customer: Yes, I'd like a cheeseburger and a large order of French fries. Maritsa: Would you like anything to drink with that? The customer: Yes, a medium Coke. Maritsa: Will that be all? The customer: Yes. Maritsa: For here or to go? The customer: To go, please....
Maritsa helps The customer order some takeaway food. The customer buys a cheeseburger, French fries, and a Coke.
train_8645
Amandie: Hey Carl, can you make a copy of this contract for me please? When you have it ready, send it out ASAP to our subbranch. Carl: Sure! Um. . . I think I broke this thing. Maxine, can you help me out here? I'm not really a tech guy. Maxine: Yeah, sure. I think it's just out of toner. You can go use the other on...
Amandie asks Carl to make a copy of the contract. He found the machine is broken and Maxine advises him to use the other one upstairs. Then Dexter says the elevator has some malfunction and Carl has to take the stairs.
train_8646
Key: Nice to meet you, Key. Tom: So, where are you from? Key: Well, my grandparents are from Britain, but we moved to the United States, when I was about 5 years old. My parents now live in China. That's where they first met. How about you, Tom? Tom: I was born in California, and we lived there until I was seven, then,...
Key and Tom are introducing themselves to each other, such as the birthplace, countries that they have lived, and the current profession.
train_8647
Mrs. Green: Today we are going to discuss how to write better. Tom: Excuse me. Mrs. Green: Ah, Tom, you're late again. Tom: I'm sorry, Mrs. Green. Mrs. Green: What's the excuse this time? Tom: I must have turned off my alarm clock and gone back to sleep again. Mrs. Green: If you had gone to bed earlier, you wouldn't be...
Tom is late for school and forgets to bring his homework again. He explains that he must have turned off his alarm clock. Mrs. Green forgives him.
train_8648
Roland: Hello Madam, what can I do for you? Madam: My feet hurt. I think I need some new shoes. Roland: What size do you wear? Madam: The last time I bought new shoes was about a year ago, and at that time I was a 7. Roland: Well, once you get to be in your twenties, your feet stop growing. So you're probably still a 7...
Madam needs some new shoes. Roland measures her feet size and says her feet hurt because she wears shoes one size too small.
train_8649
Imogen: Welcome, sir. What can I do for you? Stearn: May I have a look at that china tea set? It is extremely beautiful. Imogen: You've made a good choice. This china tea set is unusual. It was made in Jingdezhen. Stearn: Jingdezhen? Oh, I know it. Isn't it called the capital of porcelain? Imogen: Yes, sir. Stearn: Oh,...
Stearn likes a china tea set made in Jingdezhen at Imogen's store, but he cannot afford it.
train_8650
Ravi: They're here! Now that's speedy service! And they arrived within two days of each other! Ilona: What are you waiting for? Rip ' em open! Ravi: Wow... this shirt is nice, but looks big. Ilona: It's nice, but how much did you end up paying? Ravi: With the shipping included--seventy dollars. Ilona: Hmm... not so hot...
Ravi and Ilona are talking about the shirt that Ravi bought online.
train_8651
Randi: Hi. I need to have my shoes repaired. Madelin: What ' s the matter with them? Randi: Look at the heels. They are slanting. Madelin: Ah, I can do it perfectly. Randi: How much does it cost? Madelin: 6 yuan. And I can make them as new as before. Randi: I think it ' s too expensive. I can just give you 4 yuan. Or I...
Randi's shoes have slanting heels and need to be repaired. Madelin will repair them for Randi in minutes.
train_8652
Joline: How can I help you? James Mason: Yes, I am James Mason from Anderson and Associates. I would like to see Mr. Smith. Joline: Do you have an appointment? James Mason: Yes, he knows I'm coming. Our meeting is set for 2 o'clock. Joline: I wonder if Mr. Smith forgot your meeting. I am afraid he left this office this...
James Mason tells Joline that he has an appointment with Mr. Smith at 2 o'clock. Joline tells James Mr. Smith was out and their office manager Ms. Terry could be with him shortly.
train_8653
Mr. Emory: the James ' s file, Christine? Christine: I had it right here a minute ago, Mr. Emory. Umm. Just a minute... Mr. Emory: Christine, I know you ' re new here and there ' s a lot to learn, but you are going to have to learn to keep your work in better order. We can ' t afford to lose an important document. Chri...
Mr. Emory asks Christine for James's file and asks her to keep her work in better order.
train_8654
Than Hua: Hello, this is Than Hua's office. Can I help you? Joey: Hello, could I speak to the export manager, please? Than Hua: Speaking. Joey: This is Joey from Mary trading company. I learned that you are the leading export of cloth by Hummed company. Than Hua: That's right. What can I do for you? Joey: We are intere...
Joey phones Joey, an export manager, to ask for cooperation for the trade of the clothes made in China.
train_8655
Telco Mobile: Telco Mobile, how can I help you? Dione: Yes, I'd like to activate my voice mail service please. Telco Mobile: Certainly sir, we currently have a special promotion where we include voice mail services, call waiting and also three way calling. Dione: Sure that sounds great! Are there any other fees? Telco ...
Dione wants to activate his voice mail service and call forwarding service. Telco Mobile recommends him a special promotion.
train_8656
George: i saw lily for the first time. and fell like i'v been struck by lightening. she is a girl of my dreams. i have a date with her on Friday, but i really can't decide what to do. Clementia: what about taking her for a dinner or a movie? George: not bad, any other ideas? Clementia: well, there is a play on campus t...
George likes Lily very much and will have a date with Lily on Friday. Clementia gives George some suggestions about the activities for the date.
train_8657
Wini: Well, that's it. 7 appointments in Paris at beginning of next week, and 4 in Frankfurt at the end of the week. Gates: It's certainly a tight schedule. Wini: Now it's a question of getting there. I need a flight to Paris on Sunday evening and a hotel in Paris for 3 nights. I have to be in Frankfurt by 11 on Thursd...
Wini will have 7 appointments in Paris and 4 in Frankfurt next week. When arranging flights and hotels, Wini thinks Wini could get to the airport by 6. However, Gates thinks Wini would need more time because it will be a rush hour.
train_8658
Roseann: I heard you were on a date last night! So, how did it go? I want all the juicy details! Jimbo: Um. . . well, actually, we had a fantastic time last night. He was. . . amazing! Roseann: Okay, now you really have to fill me in. What's he like? Jimbo: He's really good looking, he's quite tall, around 6'1 ', he's ...
Jimbo tells Roseann about her date last night. Jimbo describes the man's appearance and job, and Roseann discovers that he is Roseann's brother.
train_8659
Linnie: what? How could you forget to reserve the concert tickets? Deloria: I'm sorry. I forget all about it. Linnie: How could you? I reminded you just this morning. Deloria: It's leap my mind. I really feel terrible about it. Linnie: I have been looking forward to this performance all month. Deloria: I'm really sorry...
Deloria forgets to reserve the concert tickets for Linnie. Deloria feels sorry.
train_8660
Germana: Your garden is looking very beautiful this summer. The flowers are really colorful. Jeralee: Thank you. I have roses, tulips, and daffodils. Do you like the rockery with the smaller flowers? Germana: Yes, I do. Those are violets, aren't they? Jeralee: Yes, they are. This afternoon, I'm going to prune the hedge...
Germana thinks Jeralee's garden is very beautiful. Jeralee will prune the hedge and cut the grass. Germana will help Jeralee cut off the lower tree branches.
train_8661
Christopher: These days my son has turned his computer into an electronic playground. He plays football, rides horses, drives racing cars, and does a whole bunch of other things on the computer. The funny thing about it is that, no matter what he plays, he always wins first place. I wonder if he'll be able to cope with...
Christopher tells Irvin that Christopher's son plays sports games on the computer. Irvin's son and Christopher's wife both use computers to keep in touch with others.
train_8662
Joella: Do you know where you want to transfer to? Katie: I don't have the slightest clue. Joella: What school would you like to go to? Katie: I'm not sure. Joella: You honestly have no idea? Katie: PCC is perfectly fine for me. Joella: You might as well stay here. Katie: That's not a bad idea. Joella: PCC is a wonderf...
Joella asks Katie which school Katie wants to transfer to. Katie thinks PCC is perfect.
train_8663
Codi: Can I help you? Jessie: Yes. I am interested in applying for graduate school in America. Codi: We have some catalogues from U. S. universities. You may check in the reference stacks over there. Jessie: Can you recommend some universities with good graduate schools? Codi: Well, generally in the U. S. each universi...
Jessie wants to apply for graduate school in America. Codi tells that Jessie has to apply to begin the first semester next year.
train_8664
Kay: Happy Birthday, Mary! Mary: Thank you. Kay: Here is a gift for you. I hope you like it. Mary: What a lovely dog! How did you know I love things like this? Kay: I had my own ways of finding out. It's a secret. You look so beautiful today. Your new shirt goes well with your skirt. Mary: Maybe you won't believe this,...
Today is Mary's birthday. Kay comes to her party, gives her a dog as a present, praises her skirt made by her grandma, and sings birthday songs to her.
train_8665
Jodie: Please do excuse me for a moment. I've got diarrhea. Nealon: It's easy to get loose bowels in summer. Jodie: It may have something to do with the food I had last night Nealon: You'Ve got to be careful on the food you eat. Jodie: I will. Thank you.
Jodie has got diarrhea. Nealon reminds Jodie to be careful about the food.
train_8666
John White: Good morning! My name is John White, import manager of the Garden Trading Company of New York. Li Ming: Oh, how do you to Mr. White? My name is Li Ming, here is my card. John White: Nice to meet you Mr. Li. We have learned about that you specialize in the export business of electronic products. As you enjoy...
John White and Li Ming would like to establish business relations with each other. They introduce their companies to each other and will discuss details later.
train_8667
Wenonah: Are you planning on voting? Jonathan: Yes. What about you? Wenonah: Yes, but this will be my first time voting. Jonathan: Really? Wenonah: Yes, and I have no idea how to do it. Jonathan: Voting is simple. Wenonah: I don't know any of the laws they're trying to pass. Jonathan: That's okay. They describe everyth...
Wenonah is going to vote for the first time and asks Jonathan how to do it. Jonathan says voting is simple and encourages Wenonah.
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Lynn: I have a terrible toothache. Nester: Which tooth is it? Lynn: ( Pointing ) This one here. Nester: Ah, yes. There's big cavity. Lynn: Can you fill it? Nester: I'm afraid not. The tooth is too far gone. It'll have to be taken out. Lynn: Then I might as well have it out now. Nester: You'd better wait. The gums are s...
One of Lynn's teeth needs to be taken out. Nester gives Lynn medicine and asks Lynn to come back in 3 days.
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Aubree: Look at this fair. This is my first chance to be involved in the fair. It is so gorgeous and amazing! Weidar: I felt dizzy when I stare at those shining lights. What should we do firstly? Aubree: Now we should design our booth. Do you know the number for our booth, B? Weidar: Let me see the notice. It is here. ...
Aubree and Weidar are in a fair. They discuss how to decorate their booth and Aubree suggests putting their samples in the most attractive place.
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Brooke: Excuse me. What's the actual flying time from here to San Francisco? Cornelle: It's about twelve hours. Brooke: Can you tell me what time we're arriving? Cornelle: Sure. Let me see. . . at 6:15 a. m. local time tomorrow. Brooke: I see. Cornelle: And that'll be 10:15 p. m. Taipei time.
Brooke asks about the flying time and the arrival time of the flight.
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Donni: I would like to get my driver's license today. Quinton: You will have to take your driving test. Have you taken it yet? Donni: I haven't taken it yet. Quinton: Could you fill these papers out, please? Donni: Can I take my test right now? Quinton: You need an appointment. Donni: I would like to do that right now,...
Donni wants to get a driver's license but hasn't taken the driving test. Quinton makes a test appointment for Donni.
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Sheelah: I am a little nervous about my presentation on Friday. Mariele: If you would like me to, I could help you with that. Sheelah: Wouldn't that take you away from your project? Mariele: I have plenty of time to do this. I promise you it won't be a problem for me. Sheelah: Is there a good time for you to help me? M...
Sheelah is nervous about Sheelah's presentation on Friday. Mariele will help Sheelah to prepare. They will meet at Mariele's office tomorrow night.
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Shane: Guess who I saw yesterday? Katee: I don't know. Who? Shane: Avril Lavigen! Katee: the Canadian rock singer? But I heard you had a part-time job yesterday. How did you see her? Shane: yeah, I worked as temporary staff in her concert. Look, her poster, a CD. . . Katee: so you're a big fan, eh? Shane: not really. B...
Shane worked as a temporary staff in Avril Lavigne's concert and saw Avril Lavigne yesterday. Shane talks about Shane's impressions on her.
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Emmott: The air quality in this city is horrendous. The pollution levels are so high that we are not supposed to go outside with a face mask again! Lory: Exhaust fumes from vehicles cause a great deal of damage to the environment. Emmott: On top of that, there are a few large chemical factories in the suburbs, which ar...
Emmott and Lory are talking about pollution. They think exhaust fumes contribute to water pollution and air pollution. Then they talk about the greenhouse effect and global warming. Lory thinks some people are pleased with global warming, while Emmott thinks it's because people seem to make jokes to deal with unfortuna...
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Eimile: I'd like to apply for a secretarial position. Jerry: Very well, do you know any shorthand? Eimile: No, but I can write very fast. Jerry: Can you use the computer or other office machines? Eimile: No, but I'd like to learn how to use them. Jerry: Yes, I see, this is a permanent position. Eimile: Can you work eve...
Eimile is applying for a secretarial position, but Eimile cannot take shorthand, cannot use a computer, and can only work part time. Jerry cannot hire Eimile.
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Caitlin: I heard you had rented an apartment of three bedrooms. Are you going to share it with anyone? Dalton: Yes. My friends David and Henry will share the apartment with me. The rent is 900 dollars a month. I cannot afford it if I live there alone. Caitlin: When will you move in? Dalton: This Thursday. Caitlin: It's...
Dalton rented an apartment and will share it with Dalton's friends. Dalton will move in this Thursday but hasn't finished packing.
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Adina: Did you hear about Harry? Harry: No; what happened? Adina: He's really sad, He didn't get accepted to any of the colleges he really wanted to go to. Harry: Why not? His test results were quite good. Adina: Now I think the colleges were full for the autumn term.
Adina tells Harry Harry didn't get accepted to any dream colleges.
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Sally: Hi, I'm Sally. I live in the Apartment 324, right next door. I was wondering if you could do a favor for me. I'm expecting a package to be delivered, but now I have to go to the property manager. Could you sign the package and hold it for me? John: Of course. I would be happy to help you out. By the way, I'm Joh...
Sally is greeting her new neighbor John and asks him to sign a package and hold it for her. Sally has to go to the property manager because her electric stove goes wrong. Sally will bake a cake as a housewarming gift for Jim.
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Devin: Thank you so much for agreeing to meet up with me! Joly: No problem! I bet this whole thing is pretty stressful Devin: Yeah! My parents are asking me all these stupid questions! Joly: Don't worry. You'll be free soon enough! Devin: Cool! So, how did you know what classes to take in the beginning? Joly: Well, I h...
Joly meets Devin and suggests Devin choosing the classes based on interest or the schedule. Joly also advises Devin to figure out how to prepare for different kinds of courses. Joly invites Devin to lunch with Joly's friends and they'll talk about social life.
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Connie: You must be pretty excited about your trip to Europe. When are you leaving? Siobhan: In just three weeks. But there are still a few things I need to do before I go. Connie: Like what? Siobhan: Like renewing my passport, going to the travel service to buy my plane ticket, and considering what to do with my house...
Connie is leaving for Europe in three weeks. Connie has to renew the passport, buy a plane ticket, and consider what to do with the house.
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Nikkie: What can we do for you today? Andi: Uh, hi. Yes, I'm having a problem with my car, and it doesn't seem to run right. I mean every time I start it up, the engine runs for a minute or so, sputters like it isn't getting enough gas, and then dies. Nikkie: Hmmm. Okay. Let's open the hood, and let's take a look... Ok...
Andi's car seems to have some problems. Nikkie checks the car but Nikkie is just an assistant so Nikkie cannot repair the car. Because of the pumpkin festival, Andi has to pay more money and wait until next Tuesday to have the car repaired.
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Alexia: Mr. Block, I need to take a few days off because my parents are coming over to visit. Mr. Block: But it's not really a good idea to take time off right now, you know. Alexia: Well, I know. But they've never been to the UK before and they don't speak English. Mr. Block: Hmm, you know there are thousands of touri...
Alexia asks Mr. Block for a few days off because Alexia's parents are coming to the UK. Mr. Block finally allows Alexia to take two days off.
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Tobe: I come to try my new suit. Here's the receipt. Lockwood: Yes, please wait a minute. I'll fetch it for you. Here it is. Please try it on and take a look at the mirror. How do you like it? Tobe: Aren't the trousers a little too long? Lockwood: If you think so, we'll shorten the legs a bit. It'll take about twent...
Tobe comes to try Tobe's new suit and asks Lockwood to shorten the legs.
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Mary: My name is Mary, and I will be your server this evening. Reilly: Hi Mary. We are really looking forward to a great meal here. Mary: Can I interest you in an appetizer to start out? Reilly: I would love an appetizer. Are they listed in the menu? Mary: We have our daily appetizers listed on the board over there...
Mary is Mary's server and recommends Mary order popcorn shrimp and a second appetizer for half price.
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Gunner: And we got a 50 thousand dollar ticket for construction workers peeing off the roof. Redmond: That's great. Is the electrician here today? Gunner: See, I just told you he hit a deer. Man, I knew you weren't listening to me. Redmond: You're right. I wasn't. I hear nothing. Gunner: Nothing? Redmond: Not a so...
Gunner tells Redmond that they got a 50,000 dollar ticket and the electrician hit a deer. Gunner then asks Redmond if Patricia and he are engaged.
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Dave: I've just take out an insurance policy. Are you insured? Marisa: Yes, I am. I have life insurance and my home and its contents are also insured. Dave: I took out a life insurance policy and make my wife beneficiary. Marisa: That's a good idea. You are a fireman and it can be a dangerous job. Dave: I need to m...
Marisa has life insurance and Dave took out a life insurance policy and make his wife beneficiary. They also discuss the conditions of the policy.
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Oswell: To start with, may I know why you are interested in working for our company? Yuandong Company: First, as far as I know, your company has had an impressive growth record. Second, I want to get into the foreign trade business. Oswell: Now you are with Yuandong Company. What is your chief responsibility there? ...
Yuandong Company tells Oswell Yuandong Company's reason for working in Yuandong company and Yuandong Company's chief responsibility. Yuandong Company also asks Oswell about the chances to be transferred to overseas branches.
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Skyler: Hurry up, get in. Olwen: I'm in, let's go! Skyler: OK, make a left here. . . no wait, I meant make a right. Come on, speed up! Olwen: Geez! What's the rush? Skyler: Don't worry about it, just drive. Oh, no, the light is about to change. . . step on it! Olwen: Are you nuts! I'm not going to run a red light!...
Skyler keeps urging Olwen to drive faster to arrive before the library closes.
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Artur: Can you tell me a little bit about yourself? David: My name is David and I live in Shanghai. I was born in 1980. My major was electrical engineering. Artur: What kind of personality do you think you have? David: Well, I approach things very enthusiastically and I don't like to leave things half done. I'm very or...
Artur interviews David. David introduces himself to Artur and thinks he is enthusiastic, organized, and capable. He also talks about his weaknesses, strengths, and the licenses he owns.
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Jane: Come quick, Andrew, it's your favorite basketball match. The Detroit Pistons versus the Los Angeles Lakers. Andrew: Great, how long has it been going? Jane: About 5 minutes, the score is 12 to 12. Andrew: Oh look, what a nice shot! Jane: You're always so excited while you're watching basketball games. Andrew: Thi...
Jane reminds Andrew to watch his favorite basketball match. Andren is excited while watching.
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Penni: Good morning, Kali chemicals. How can I help you? Tom Morton: Good morning. I'd like to speak to Mister Brown, please. Penni: I'm sorry, he is not in at the moment. Can I take a message? Tom Morton: Ok, my name is Tom Morton, that's M-o-r-t-o-n. I'm phoning from Everbright Travel about Mister Brown's trip to Aus...
Tom Morton calls and wants to speak to Mister Brown about his trip to Australia. Penni will take a message.
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Bartlett: Oh, Ann, that was a wonderful dinner. That's the best meal I've ever had. Ann: Thank you. Bartlett: Can I give you a hand with the dishes? Ann: I'll do them myself later. Would you like some coffee? Bartlett: Thanks a lot. I'd love some. Oh, Ann, I didn't realize you were such a good cook. Ann: It's because I...
Bartlett had dinner at Ann's. Bartlett complimented Ann on her cooking skills and Bartlett cannot cook at all. Bartlett has to leave because Ann's phone doesn't work but Bartlett needs to call Bartlett's secretary.
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Susan: Hi, my name is Susan. What's your name? Lin Fang: My name is Lin Fang. I'm from China. It's nice to meet you Susan. Susan: Nice to meet you too, Lin Fang. So, are you a new student here? Lin Fang: Yes, I came here just last week. My father is working here and he wants me to study here. So I moved here with my mo...
Lin Fang, a new student, tells Susan that Lin came to America with Lin's mother a week ago because Lin's father is working here. Lin attended an international school so Lin speaks good English.
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Anna: My husband is taking me to Greece for vacation. I'm excited. I've never been there! We get to fly across the world and when we get there, we're going to ride a boat on the sea! Tim: That's exciting, Anna. Greece is beautiful. I went there 5 years ago for my sisters wedding and last year on a business trip. The wa...
Anna's husband is taking Anna to Greece for vacation. Tim tells Anna Greece is beautiful and he went there twice. Anna wants him to recommend some places to visit.
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Sophie: Sophie, what was high school like in America? Karin: It was great. Lots of fun. I had lots of friends and I learned quite a bit at school. Sophie: OK. What did you do in high school, any clubs or anything? Karin: Yeah, I'd rowed for the school. I played basketball and tennis with friends and I was on the swimmi...
Sophie tells Sophie about the clubs she attended in her high school in America. Sophie enjoys rowing the most and she may start up again.
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Beck: We haven't got much time left now. There's still so much to see in this museum. Anya: We'll just have to choose one more exhibition. Beck: What about jewelry from the ancient world in Hall 3? Anya: But look at the queue. We'll spend half our time waiting if we go in there. Why not try the rainforest in photos and...
Beck and Anya have to choose one more exhibition because of a lack of time. Anya suggests they try the rainforest photos exhibition.
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Neda: I'm in heaven! A Whirlpool dryer! Marcia: I love them, too. Let's move into the kitchen. Wait until you see the refrigerator. Neda: This is too good to be true. Marcia: And the stove is brand new. You know how to use a gas stove, right? Neda: Yes. We've lived in Taiwan for a while. I had a gas stove in the States...
Marcia introduces a house with a Whirlpool dryer, a good refrigerator, and a brand new stove to Neda.
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Angie: Finance, Angie speaking. Tom Reynolds: Hi Angie, it ' s Tom Reynolds here. Can you tell me if my tuition fees for this semester have been approved? Angie: Yes, Mr. Reynolds. They were approved yesterday. You can pick up the check today. Tom Reynolds: Oh wow! Thanks a million, Angie!
Angie tells Tom his tuition fees have been approved.
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Mr. Henderson: Thank god you are open! I have an emergency! Rhett: Hello, Mr. Henderson what can I do for you? Mr. Henderson: I need this dress and this suit dry cleaned ASAP! Rhett: OK, I can have it ready by the end of the week. Mr. Henderson: No, you don ' t understand, I need this tomorrow morning! I accidentally s...
Mr. Henderson spilled beer over his wife's dress for a wedding tomorrow and he secretly brings it to the laundry. Rhett promises to have it ready by tomorrow afternoon.
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Gweneth: Well, Randy, I'd say you've got a bad case of the flu. The main thing to do is get plenty of rest and drink lots of liquids. I'll prescribe something for that throat. Randy: Thanks, doctor. Is there anything I can take for this headache? Gweneth: Some aspirin or Panadol should help. You can pick some up at the...
Gweneth prescribes medicine for Randy's flu and suggests aspirin or Panadol for his headache.