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train_8701 | Garvey: The weather is terrible.
Davidson: Yeah. It's been raining a lot these days.
Garvey: I have been watching a lot of videos at home because of the constant rain.
Davidson: Have you heard when it's supposed to get better?
Garvey: I saw the weather report, and it's going to rain for the next eight days.
Davidson: T... | It's been raining a lot these days. Garvey and Davidson get really bored. They decide to go to the mall and watch a movie despite the rain. |
train_8702 | Reg: How many cleaning ladies does your company hire?
Fran: We have two cleaning ladies. But both of them have received little education.
Reg: Most cleaning ladies are illiterate. But some of them do a very nice job.
Fran: But I actually dislike another lady. She is more capable and seems to have ideas of her own. But ... | Fran says the cleaning ladies in their company are illiterate and thinks one lady is a backseat driver. |
train_8703 | Sabina: Scientists have found a second solar system in the universe.
Annaliese: What's the second solar system?
Sabina: It's just a system like ours, with a star and a number of planets going around it.
Annaliese: Is this good news or bad news?
Sabina: It's exciting news! If we find a second solar system, we might find... | Sabina tells Annaliese it's exciting that a second solar system has been found. |
train_8704 | Isabelle: I wonder what he looks like. Oh, I can't wait to see him! His email said he'd be wearing a white hat. ( looking around for him ) oh, there is.
Logan: Hey, Isabelle...
Isabelle: Logan! Why on earth are you hiding here? White hat! Come on! Don't tell me you're the guy! It can't be true.
Logan: Yes, I am the guy... | Isabelle is waiting for a guy whom she knew online. The guy answered her 20 questions correctly so she expected a lot. However, she is angry to find the guy is Logan and thinks he is a liar. Logan apologizes and invites her to dinner. |
train_8705 | Raynor: How is your English ability?
Patty: Not bad. I'm proficient in both written and spoken English.
Raynor: English and computer skills are comparatively important to this position, especially in the starting period. What's your ability in these two fields?
Patty: I passed College English Test Band 6, with good ski... | Raynor interviews Patty and asks about Patty's English and computer ability. Patty passed CET-6, did translation and reception work for an exhibition. Patty has no computer certificates but is familiar with Microsoft Office. Patty is principled and proactive in work. |
train_8706 | Jocelyne: Which pair of jeans do you like best?
Kaylyn: I really like the straight legs.
Jocelyne: But they aren't very fashionable. What about these?
Kaylyn: I don't like the way they sag down. I feel like I have plumber butt in them.
Jocelyne: That's the style! You just wear boxers.
Kaylyn: What if someone got it in ... | Kaylyn likes jeans of straight legs. Jocelyne thinks Kaylyn is old fashioned. |
train_8707 | Joanne: Hey Joanne. What are you up to?
Bobbette: I'm just watching some television.
Joanne: I'm so bored. I don't know what I'm going to do today and it is only ten in the morning.
Bobbette: Me too. Do you think we are boring people?
Joanne: I don't think we are boring. It's just that we don't have any hobbies.
Bobbet... | Joanne and Joanne feel bored. They talk about what they can do as hobbies and will list them. |
train_8708 | Tom: Hello!
Alice: Oh, hi!
Tom: Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Tom.
Alice: Pleased to meet you. My name is Alice. Did you just move in next door?
Tom: Yes, I did. Have you lived here long?
Alice: Me? I guess so. I've lived here for about six years now. Have you lived in America very long?
Tom: No, not ... | Tom moves to Alice's neighborhood. Alice has lived here for six years. They introduce their jobs to each other. |
train_8709 | Selinda: What does she do?
Rosanna: She works as a teller in a bank.
Selinda: Does she go to night school?
Rosanna: Yes. She goes three times a week.
Selinda: Why? What does she want to be?
Rosanna: She wants to be a manager.
Selinda: What classes does she take?
Rosanna: She takes classes in accounting and business. | Rosanna tells Selinda a bank teller takes night classes in order to be a manager. |
train_8710 | Evvie: Who's that?
Anna: Saint Jude-he's the saint of lost causes. Like my cousin, Anna, who can't stop getting pregnant. She's a lost cause.
Evvie: Is that your cousin in the back?
Anna: Yep. She's always got a bun in the oven. She was pregnant before marriage-a real sin in the Catholic Church.
Evvie: What about birth... | Evvie and Anna talk about Anna's cousin Anna who can't stop getting pregnant. |
train_8711 | Bank of the USA: Good morning, welcome to Bank of the USA. How may I help you today?
Giana: Hi, I need to transfer some money to another account. It's urgent.
Bank of the USA: Okay, have you made a wire transfer at our bank before?
Giana: No. I'Ve never made a transfer before.
Bank of the USA: It's alright, I will take... | Giana needs to transfer money to a company account. Giana has all the information prepared so Bank of the USA makes the transfer immediately. |
train_8712 | Orelle: Brian, a company called me for an interview.
Brian: That's great! You need to prepare for it.
Orelle: How?
Brian: Get your hair done at a good hair saloon. Tell them you are going for a job interview.
Orelle: Okay.
Brian: Buy an expensive suit.
Orelle: How expensive?
Brian: The more expensive, the better.
Orell... | Orelle is going to take an interview. Brian gives Orelle suggestions on appearance and dressing style. |
train_8713 | Randee: What are the requirements to apply for the position?
Norri: Your major must be computer.
Randee: Do you think my educational background suits this position?
Norri: Yes, I'm quite satisfied with your qualifications.
Randee: Does this job require that new employees take any kind of training course?
Norri: General... | Norri tells Randee the requirements to apply for a position, whether new employees need training, and what Randee needs to do in this position. |
train_8714 | Andreana: And how would you describe yourself, Miss Tao? What kind of person are you?
Miss Tao: Well, as I mentioned before, I think I am easy-going. I enjoy working and talking with people and I'm a responsible person.
Andreana: Did you have any difficulty getting along with fellow students or teachers?
Miss Tao: No. ... | Andreana interviews Miss Tao. Miss Tao sees herself as easy-going, approachable, responsible but sometimes over-organized. She makes fast decisions, enjoys challenging tasks, and dislikes routine, dull work. She agrees on a friendly relationship between supervisors and employees. She solves conflicts with colleagues on... |
train_8715 | Chinese: Pardon me. Could you please pass me the tissue?
Wes: Sure, here you are.
Chinese: Thanks, I didn't expect the dish to be so spicy. Are you ok?
Wes: Yeah, I think the food is alright, it's not too spicy though it's a little salty for me. But you are Chinese, you should have known better.
Chinese: Well, not ever... | Chinese thinks the food is too spicy. Wes thinks it is just a little salty because Wes stayed in Sichuan for a year and had to get used to the taste. |
train_8716 | Caspar: Hello, welcome to prise star hotel. How may I do for you?
Steve Johnson: Hi, yes, I have a reservation. My secretary called and booked a room a couple of weeks ago, the reservation should be for a double bed, none smoking room.
Caspar: And what name of reservation made under?
Steve Johnson: It should be under S... | Steve Johnson's secretary books a double bed, non-smoking room with a visa card. Caspar checks Steve Johnson's reservation and asks to see some identification. |
train_8717 | Chris Edwards: Hello, JC Consulting PLC. Chris Edwards speaking.
Kristy: Mr. Edwards, this is Kristy calling from IBA.
Chris Edwards: Hi Kristy! What's going on?
Kristy: Do you remember coming in to do the L / C amendment last week?
Chris Edwards: Yes, I certainly do.
Kristy: The negotiating bank has just been in touch... | Kristy calls Edwards to inform him that everything has gone smoothly and the amendment has been accepted. |
train_8718 | Cob: What will I earn per year in this job?
Jessey: You can expect to earn sixty-five thousand dollars per year.
Cob: Are we covered by a good benefits plan?
Jessey: The job has a menu plan where you are given a fixed amount of money and you choose what you most need in terms of benefits.
Cob: Can we take personal days... | Jessey answers Cob's questions about annual salary, the benefits plan, vacations, retirement plan, etc. Jessey gets impatient at the end because Cob hasn't got the job. |
train_8719 | Jenni: have you seen bill recently?
Aggy: yes. He's in hospital with a bad back. One morning, he just couldn't get out of bed. His wife called an ambulance and they took him to hospital. He's been there for a few days now.
Jenni: daisy's in hospital too. she got food poisoning last week. She thinks she got it from some... | Jenni and Aggy talk about the physical conditions of their friends, their relatives, and themselves. Bill got a backache; Daisy got food poisoning; Tom had a fever. Aggy's niece is allergic to pollen; Jenni's niece got jetlag. Aggy got a splinter. Jenni banged Jenni's hand against to cooker. |
train_8720 | Sisely: Hello. May I help you?
Myrtice: Yeah, this dress is really nice! How much is it?
Sisely: That one is one hundred and fifty dollars.
Myrtice: One hundred and fifty dollars? What about this other one over here?
Sisely: That's one hundred and forty.
Myrtice: Hmm. . . that's a bit out of my price range. Can you giv... | Myrtice bargains for two dresses which cost $290 in total initially. Sisely eventually let Sisely take both at $100. |
train_8721 | Tori: Are you married?
Louisette: Yes, I've just married.
Tori: How long have you been married?
Louisette: I have been married for three years.
Tori: How many people are there in your family?
Louisette: There are four people in my family.
Tori: Who are the members of your family?
Louisette: My husband, my mother-in-law... | Louisette tells Tori about Louisette's marital status and the members of her family. |
train_8722 | Quent: Hello, welcome to the International Business Counter, Sir. What can we do for you today?
Sir: Hi. I need some help with these documents under L / C.
Quent: Of course. Is there a problem with them?
Sir: Yes. My Manager sent me in, there's a problem with the shipping time. It's been delayed quite significantly and... | Sir wants to return some documents under L/C because of the delayed delivery. Quent promises to deal with it. |
train_8723 | Charles: Hi Cody, how did practicing go this week?
Cody: Well I had several tests and an oral presentation this week so I didn't get a chance to memorize the second page, but I think I mastered the tricky section.
Charles: Great! Warm up with some scales and arpeggios first. Good, good. This week, work on keeping the r... | Cody is too busy to memorize the second page of the music. Charles lets Cody warm up with some scales and arpeggios first and then play the tricky section. Charles thinks Cody makes rapid progress and keeps reminding him of things needed to be paid attention to. |
train_8724 | Myke: What can I do for you?
Nadya: I want to buy a sweater for my son. This yellow one doesn't have a price on it. How much does it cost? Do you know?
Myke: Yes, it's $ 42.33.
Nadya: That's too expensive.
Myke: Here's a nice nylon one for $ 15.88. We sell a lot of these.
Nadya: Yes, it is nice. I think I'll take it.
M... | Myke assists Nadya to buy a piece of nylon clothes and a pair of trousers for Nadya's son. |
train_8725 | Laverne: So what kind of job did you find for the summer?
Raymundo: I'm working for a marketing company. I'm doing telephone marketing.
Laverne: Oh. So you are one of those people who drive me crazy by calling me up and trying to persuade me to buy something that I have no need for. Do you like it?
Raymundo: Believe it... | Raymundo is doing telephone marketing full-time. Laverne complains about those calls. Raymundo thinks the working atmosphere is fun and easy. |
train_8726 | Frank: Frank, I'm thinking of taking a day off and doing something with the children the day after tomorrow.
Cassaundra: Sounds good. What are you going to do?
Frank: Tom wants to go boating at the park and Susan wants to go on a picnic. So we'll go to the park in the morning, go boating first and then enjoy a picnic.
... | Frank will take children to go boating and enjoy a picnic, and see a movie on Friday. Frank and Frank will be busy on the weekend so they have to find a babysitter. |
train_8727 | Cacilia: Why don't we buy a car, dear?
Jerzy: I have been thinking about it for a long time. I think it necessary for us to buy one. We live so far away from my company.
Cacilia: Yes. With a car, you wouldn't have to catch a bus to work. It can save a lot of time.
Jerzy: Sure, but we don't have enough money at present.... | Cacilia and Jerzy decide to borrow money from the bank to buy a car. |
train_8728 | Josiah: Many children nowadays can play some musical instruments. In my daughter's class, some can play the piano and some can play the violin.
Wren: I think these children are too tired. They have to do too much homework after class and find time to learn to play a musical instrument.
Josiah: But music gives people en... | Josiah finds nowadays many children can play some musical instruments. Josiah thinks music brings enjoyment. Wren thinks children learn too much. |
train_8729 | Randall: Good morning. Will you book a plane ticket to London forme?
Karel: Yes, sir. What time would you like to leave?
Randall: Next Tuesday, if possible.
Karel: That'll be the 21st of December.
Randall: Yes, that's right.
Karel: There are several flights available.
Randall: Would you check what flights are available... | Karel assists Randall to book a plane ticket to London at 10:00 a.m next Tuesday. |
train_8730 | Mike: Is that Ann?
Ann: Yes.
Mike: This is Mike. How are things with you?
Ann: Oh, very well, but I'm very busy.
Mike: Busy? But you've finished all your exams?
Ann: Yes, but I have to help my little sister with her foreign language.
Mike: How about coming out with me this evening? There's a new film on.
Ann: I'm afrai... | Mike invites Ann to go for a movie but Ann needs to meet her friend and go to an art exhibition. |
train_8731 | Jessey: Did you hear that Anna needs to stay in bed for 4 weeks?
Mallorie: Yeah. She injured her spine in a fall and a doctor told her to lie flat on her back for a month so it can mend. | Anna needs to stay in bed for her spine injury. |
train_8732 | Sylvia: Tyler, do you know of an easy way to the airport? I'm flying home for Christmas.
Tyler: Why don't you take the bus, Sylvia? That's what I always do when I fly.
Sylvia: Okay, but I don't know anything about the bus service here.
Tyler: Well, let me ask you-have you ever heard of 'Fast Pass'?
Sylvia: No, not unti... | Sylvia asks Tyler about an easy way to the airport. Tyler suggests Sylvia make a reservation of 'Fast Pass' which takes $30 one-way to the terminal. |
train_8733 | Harry Walton: Someone has stolen my car! I want to report it. The name is Walton-Harry Walton.
Nealy: Where did you leave your car, Mr. Walton?
Harry Walton: In Ludlow Street. Near the traffic lights.
Nealy: Did you leave your car unlocked?
Harry Walton: Of course not.
Nealy: And what time was this?
Harry Walton: This ... | Walton calls Harry Walton to report his car was stolen. Nealy tells Walton that his car is taken away because no parking is allowed before ten on Friday. |
train_8734 | Jo-Anne: Hi Alice, what are you doing? You look worried.
Alice: Oh. There's something wrong with my electronic calculator.
Jo-Anne: Do you want me to have a look at it?
Alice: It's very kind of you, but I would like to have a try first. Er... You know... I can do without it in class this afternoon.
Jo-Anne: Oh, well, i... | Alice finds there's something wrong with her electronic calculator and will ask Jo-Anne for help after school. |
train_8735 | Alaine: the dinner was really good. It knocked my socks off.
Antonino: that's very kind of you to say so. Let's try some after-dinner wines.
Alaine: great. Sweet wines are my favorite. They always make a great finish to a decilious meal.
Antonino: do you prefer brandy or ports.
Alaine: port, please.
Antonino: exce... | Alaine and Antonino finish a good dinner and have some wines. They choose to drink ports. Alaine suggests trying Canadian ice wine next time. They cheers. |
train_8736 | andy: hi, betty!
Breena: hi, andy, how are you finding your new job?
andy: pretty good. My colleagues seem alright. So far everything is great.
Breena: that's nice. What do they have you doing over there?
andy: well, I work in the marketing department. The corporate culture is totally different from my last employe... | Betty and Andy talk about Andy's new job. Andy works in a new company where teamwork is highly valued and the boss is approachable, which is different from the last job. |
train_8737 | Quincy: Are you sure Lucy has it bad for you? If she does, she will certainly bend over backwards for you. But if she doesn't, it would be a job to change her.
Theo: I don't know whether she has it bad for me, but she enjoys being with me.
Quincy: And do you really love her?
Theo: I think I do. I don't think I can b... | Theo tells Quincy that Theo is not sure whether Lucy has it bad for Theo but Theo really loves her. |
train_8738 | James: James, look at the girl over there! She's pretty, isn't she!
Jacquenetta: Who? The girl in red or the one in blue?
James: Neither, I mean the girl in white behind them. She looks really pretty.
Jacquenetta: Oh, that's Mary. She's a friend of my sister Anna.
James: So do you know her?
Jacquenetta: Yes, Anna invit... | James sees a pretty girl. James says she's a friend of his sister and would like to introduce James to her. |
train_8739 | Margarete: Tom, why are you surfing the net again? It's a real waste of time I've told you.
Tom: I'm doing my homework, mom. I need to write a paper and I'm looking for the information on the net.
Margarete: Really?
Tom: Yes. You see, you can find a lot of information by entering the keywords and searching for them.
Ma... | Tom's mother thinks Tom wastes time surfing the Internet. Tom explains he's doing homework online. Then, Tom teaches his mother how to find information and go shopping online. |
train_8740 | Oliy: Hello, welcome to the Daily Grind. What can I get for you?
Marieann: Good morning, I actually have no idea what I want to drink today. Any recommendations?
Oliy: Do you drink your coffee black? Or do you prefer to add cream, sugar or milk to it?
Marieann: I definitely do not drink it black. The taste is so strong... | Marieann has no idea what type of coffee to order because Marieann isn't a coffee drinker so Marieann feels like a fool when it's time to order coffee. Oliy recommends sweet coffee and Marieann agrees. |
train_8741 | Sybilla: Are you ready for the trip to the Big Apple?
Evonne: The Big Apple? What are you referring to?
Sybilla: Don't you know? The Big Apple? Is the nickname for New York City. You're going to New York with us, aren't you?
Evonne: Yes, I'm going. I'm really looking forward to seeing an exhibition of a modern American... | Sybilla and Evonne are going to New York City. Sybilla tells Evonne the Big Apple is the nickname of New York and the reason behind. |
train_8742 | Sayer: What's wrong with the bus? I have waited nearly an hour.
Irma: So have I, it's so cold. The weatherman said it's going to snow around 5 to 7 inches.
Sayer: So what? Last night, the weather report said the snow would last only one hour, but actually it snowed about 3 hours.
Irma: I agree with you. Anyway, the wea... | Sayer and Irma wait for a bus in cold and discuss the weather. They find they work in the same building and decide to wait in a coffee shop. |
train_8743 | Trescha: Why are you so dressed up?
Nettie: I am on my way out to the celebration party of my company and I have to meet some important customers there. How do I look? Is my make up OK?
Trescha: You look great. Your makeup is also perfect.
Nettie: Do you think I should wear a different dress?
Trescha: No, the one you h... | Trescha gives some suggestions on Nettie's dressing for the celebration party today. Trescha also has a party to go but will pick up Trescha's daughter and sends her to Trescha's parents first. |
train_8744 | Smith Brown: Reception desk, may I help you?
Carlin: Yes, this is Smith Brown, from room 1016. The last room on the east side of the hotel.
Smith Brown: Yes. Can I do something for you?
Carlin: You certainly can, I can't get to sleep. The people in the next room, room 1014 are making too much noise. They're probably ha... | Smith calls the reception desk because of the noise from room 1014. Smith Brown checks and moves Smith to 868. |
train_8745 | Olin: Can you tell me a little bit about yourself?
Orrin: I am a graduate of a technical university and have been employed as a technician with Company or approximately 10 years.
Olin: Please explain why you are interested in leaving your current position and please elaborate on your technical skills.
Orrin: I am looki... | Olin interviews Orrin as a technician who is looking for a growth opportunity. Orrin tells Olin about some personal information. |
train_8746 | Arlen: Would you like your bags to be taken to your room?
Antonia: Yes, please.
Arlen: OK. I'll get the bellman to taka them up. Which bags are yours?
Antonia: My luggage is in the corner over there. They are the leather suitcase, the canvass holdall and the blue backpack.
Arlen: OK.
Antonia: Please be careful with the... | Arlen will let the bellman take Antonia's leather suitcase, the canvass holdall and the blue backpack to Antonia's room carefully. |
train_8747 | Reggis: Hello sir, how may I help you?
Marty: I would like to buy some flowers, please. Something really nice.
Reggis: I see, may I ask what the occasion is?
Marty: It ' s not really an occasion, it ' s more like I ' m sorry.
Reggis: Very well. This arrangement here is very popular among regretful husbands and boyfrien... | Marty wants to buy some flowers to show his regret. Reggis recommends two arrangements but he is not satisfied. After knowing that he insinuated a woman is getting chubbier, Reggis asks him to leave the store. |
train_8748 | Marlyn: how long will it take us to drive to London?
Nigel: I think it ' s a distance of 180 kilometers from here to London, so it should be a two-hour drive on the motorway.
Marlyn: that ' s unless there is a traffic jam. It could take three hours.
Nigel: you ' re right. We will be able to travel at high speeds at the... | Marlyn and Nigel agree to allow three hours to cover the distance to London and talk about Nigel's company car's maxium speed over 200 kllometers an hour. |
train_8749 | Jory: I was told to come to you to get a chest X-ray.
Jean-Marc: No problem. Just take your clothes off from the waist up and put the gown on, with the opening in the back.
Jory: Then what should I do?
Jean-Marc: You will stand over here up against this plate.
Jory: Should I just stand naturally?
Jean-Marc: You will ra... | Jory comes to Jean-Marc to get a chest X-ray. Jean-Marc gives instructions to Jory. |
train_8750 | Woodrow: How's it going?
Mauricio: I'm great. Thanks.
Woodrow: What do you need?
Mauricio: I need to know if I have any fees to pay.
Woodrow: Actually, you do owe some fees.
Mauricio: How much do I owe?
Woodrow: Your fees total $ 235. 13.
Mauricio: That's crazy!
Woodrow: You need to pay these fees soon.
Mauricio: Can I... | Mauricio has to pay $235.13 fees which Mauricio owes and will pay with cash. |
train_8751 | Loretta: Sorry. What was that you said?
Peter: I'll meet you at the Gate round about seven.
Loretta: Where?
Peter: At the Gate.
Loretta: When, did you say?
Peter: Round about seven.
Loretta: Who's coming?
Peter: Peter. Peter Brown, you know. Don't forget to bring the letter.
Loretta: Sorry. I didn't quite catch what yo... | Peter informs Loretta of their meeting's time and place. Loretta can't hear clearly. |
train_8752 | Ethelbert: Hi, Mr. Brown, we have visited the factories and I'm very satisfied with your factories production conditions.
Mr. Brown: Yes, they are our main export bases of tools with the advantage of having good production experience and long historical record. All their products enjoy high prestige in the world market... | Mr. Brown introduces the three types of packing which are the skin packing, export packing and the neutral packing for their pliers to Ethelbert. Ethelbert is satisfied and asks Mr. Brown to execute the order. |
train_8753 | Edie: Wake up sleepyhead. The sun is beginning to shine. What a lovely summer day!
Nancee: Yeah, clearly blue sky. But it is a bit too hot for me. I don't like heat and humidity.
Edie: It's not that hot. It's cooler than yesterday. Let's go swimming!
Nancee: That's a thought. It's still early, and the beach isn't crowd... | Edie wants to go swimming and husband-hunting in a bikini and invites Nancee. Nancee agrees and borrows a green and black bikini from Edie. |
train_8754 | Kirk: There is a new coffee shop opening up down the street.
Adel: I hope that they have a good menu. Most coffee shops only have coffee and Danish.
Kirk: That's right. You don't drink coffee, do you?
Adel: No, so it's usually boring to join my friends in the afternoon at a regular coffee shop.
Kirk: What kind of thing... | Kirk tells Adel about the new coffee shop. Adel wants to give the coffee shop a suggestion on its menu. |
train_8755 | Kerianne: Do you like music?
Zea: Well, it depends.
Kerianne: Do you think the music is well-matched?
Zea: No, I think the music is too fast.
Kerianne: How about the words of the song?
Zea: It sounds nice.
Kerianne: I like it. Naturally it can arouse your feelings.
Zea: Yes, I think so. It's very emotional.
Kerianne: O... | Kerianne and Zea talk about a song. They both enjoy it because it's emotionaland full of energy and hope. |
train_8756 | Janene: I hate to say goodbye, but it's late.
Dotty: Can't you stay for a little bit longer, it's only 8.
Janene: I wish I could. But I'm afraid I can't. I've got some serious studying to do. I have to go.
Dotty: OK. See you on Today.
Janene: See you on Moday. Have a great weekend.
Dotty: You too. Thanks for dropping i... | Dotty wants Janene to stay but Janene has to leave. |
train_8757 | Mike: Did you hear what happened to Mike in Accounts?
Lacey: No. What?
Mike: He got arrested on Friday night and spent the night in jail.
Lacey: No. Really, what happened?
Mike: Well, it was all a big mistake, actually. He got home on Friday night really late, and apparently he'd been out drinking with some clients, so... | Mike tells Lacey the reason why Mike got arrested. Mike was drunk and lost the house keys. He lived alone so he had to climb in. The neighbors thought it was a robbery, so they called the police. |
train_8758 | Vaughan: What are your weekend arrangements?
Darin: There're many things I can do on weekends.
Vaughan: What sort of things are you interested in?
Darin: I'm keen on talking short trips to nearby scenic spots. More often than not, I go with some of my friends. By the way, what are your favorites?
Vaughan: I love swimmi... | Vaughan and Darin talk about their weekend arrangements. Vaughan likes swimming and cycling. Darin likes taking short trips to nearby scenic spots and dancing. |
train_8759 | Mary: Hoo, I'm getting tired, Jeanine, been a long day.
Jeanine: I'm not quitting yet. You know my favourite slogan, don't you?
Mary: Yeah, I know. Shop till you drop.
Jeanine: Right!
Mary: I'm getting a little short on cash. Let's just window shop a little.
Jeanine: Ok.
Mary: Hey, Jeanine, get a load of that. It's bea... | Mary wants to window shop because of short on cash but finds a beautiful dress. Jeanine will lend her the money. |
train_8760 | Brittan: Excuse me, but I'm looking for a gift for my friend.
Caryn: Is it a Chinese New Year's gift or a birthday gift?
Brittan: Well, it's a wedding gift.
Caryn: Oh, I see. Let me guess. . . something sexy for the new bride on her first night of marriage?
Brittan: Basically. But I have no idea what to get! She's Amer... | Brittan wants to buy a wedding gift. Caryn recommends some. |
train_8761 | Gary: What do we need for the barbecue?
Clinton: Well, I'Ve bought a lot of meat. I'Ve got pork chops, small steaks, chicken wings, and plenty of hot sausages and hamburger patties.
Gary: I can't wait to start cooking! I'Ve bought the grill and charcoal. Do you have enough plates and utensils?
Clinton: I think so. I bo... | Gary and Clinton are talking about the preparations for the barbecue. They've got meat, utensils and paper plates, and are going to buy some buns and ketchup. |
train_8762 | JoAnn: You have worked in your present company for five years.
Claretta: Yes, I do.
JoAnn: Why do you want to resign?
Claretta: As you know I serve as a secretary in my present company, I really want to look for a more challenging opportunity.
JoAnn: What kind of work are you interested in?
Claretta: Just as you advert... | Claretta wants a more challenging opportunity rather than the current job as a secretary and is interested in JoAnn's company. |
train_8763 | Leah: hello, this is the International Student Office. My name is Leah. How may I help you?
Nathaniel Brown: I'd like to speak to the Ms. Collins, please.
Leah: ok. Can I ask who is calling, please?
Nathaniel Brown: this is Nathaniel Brown.
Leah: and what is your call regarding?
Nathaniel Brown: I'd like to talk to her... | Nathaniel wants to talk to Ms. Collins but she is busy. Leah takes Nathaniel's number and will have Ms. Collins call back before 6 pm. |
train_8764 | Jerrome: Are you sure Lucy has it bad for you? If she does, she will certainly bend over backwards for you. But if she doesn't, it would be a job to change her.
Dominic: I don't know whether she has it bad for me, but she enjoys being with me.
Jerrome: And do you really love her?
Dominic: I think I do. I don't think I ... | Jerrome wants to know if Lucy loves Dominic. Dominic is not sure. |
train_8765 | Mathew: Excuse me, I want to know what's your price per dozen for exercise books?
Lamont: 15 dollars per dozen
Mathew: Oh, it's rather too high. We have another offer for a similar one at a much lower price.
Lamont: However, the quality of our exercise books is better than others. I can assure you that our price is the... | Mathew wants to have a lower price for exercise books. Lamont refuses at first but agrees after Mathew promises to order a large amount about 300 dozens. |
train_8766 | Guthrie: Excuse me, miss. I don't think we need the MP4 any more. We would like to refund it.
Celie: May I see your receipt?
Guthrie: Here you are.
Celie: I am sorry, sir. You bought it 2 weeks ago, and you can only refund it in one week. | Guthrie wants to refund the MP4 but Celie refuses. |
train_8767 | Isidore: May I help you?
Jillene: Yes. I would like to cash my travelers'check. Here you are.
Isidore: Sure. How do you like your money?
Jillene: In tens and twenties, please.
Isidore: No problem. Here you are.
Jillene: Thanks a lot. | Isidore helps Jillene to cash the check. |
train_8768 | Jervis: Have you got your invitation yet?
Lindsay: My invitation? No, I haven't. My invitation to what?
Jervis: The house warming party.
Lindsay: Whose house warming party is it?
Jervis: Tom and Bill Smith. They are both working now you know? And they've bought a new house.
Lindsay: Oh, they have? I didn't know. I have... | Tom and Bill have bought a new house and will throw a house warming party. Jervis has seen the house and got invited. Lindsay hasn't got the invitation yet. |
train_8769 | Dietrich: I am afraid I have some bad news for you. It's about our order contract O5TSWAL.
Heloise: What's the problem?
Dietrich: The goods arrived half a month later than scheduled. What's more, five cases were found broken and unit inside seriously damaged.
Heloise: Really? That's something unexpected. You see, all o... | Dietrich tells Heloise that their surveyors found the damage to their goods was caused by poor packing. Heloise blames the stevedores for the damage. |
train_8770 | Demetria: Hello.
Stacee: Be with you in just a moment, Madam... Yes, now may I help?
Demetria: Yes, erm, I'd like to book a holiday somewhere in Britain.
Stacee: Yes, of course. Were you thinking of any special place in particular?
Demetria: Well, I don't know really. Can you recommend anywhere?
Stacee: Well, there's L... | Demetria wants to book a holiday in Britain. Stacee recommends several places and Demetria chooses a three-day trip to Edinburgh because she has never been there before. Demetria asks about the accommodation that goes with the trip and feels satisfied. |
train_8771 | Hollie: To collect a data for my report, I need to talk to someone who knows that small city very well. I was told that you lived there for quite a long time.
Liorah: Oh, I wish I could help, but I was only a child then. | Hollie wants to collect data. Liorah may not be helpful. |
train_8772 | Flo: Are you all right? You look off color.
Selby: I'm OK. I feel a bit tired. That's all.
Flo: That is because you work too hard, I suppose.
Selby: I guess so. Do you remember the new student in my class?
Flo: The boy from Haiti?
Selby: Yes, he is having a hard time communicating since he doesn't speak much English.
F... | Selby thinks it's tired to help international students with their studies but rewarding to see these students make progress. Flo agrees. |
train_8773 | Brooke: Hello. Today I'm interviewing Joshua on his experiences going to a Japanese school. Now Joshua, what time do you go to school?
Joshua: Eight O'clock.
Brooke: Eight O'clock. And do you go by yourself, or on a school bus?
Joshua: No, I have a group that goes with me.
Brooke: So you go with a group?
Joshua: Uh-huh... | Brooke interviews Joshua on his experiences going to a Japanese school. Joshua talks about when and how he goes to school, what he brings to school, what he does, and how he eats at school. |
train_8774 | Mrs. Browning: How soon do I have to leave my room?
Kris: Normally it's by 12 at noon on the day you leave.
Mrs. Browning: Well, you see, my plane doesn't go till half past five tomorrow afternoon.
Kris: I see. Which room is it, madam?
Mrs. Browning: Room 577, my name is Browning.
Kris: Ah, yes, Mrs. Browning. You may ... | Mrs. Browning's plane will leave at 5:30 and asks about the distance to the airport. Kris allows her to keep the room until 2. |
train_8775 | Kandy: Excuse me. Is this seat taken?
Chad: It is now. Take a seat.
Kandy: Thanks. I had been waiting for over two hours for the bus to come.
Chad: Yeah. The bus broke down about 50 miles back. Actually, the bus driver lost control of the bus when he split hot chocolate on himself, and then as he tried to regain contro... | Kandy waited for over two hours for the bus. Chad tells Kandy the bus had an accident. Chad talks about Chad's experience and invites Kandy to Las Vegas. Kandy finds that Kandy is on the wrong bus and wants to get off. Chad suggests not doing so. |
train_8776 | Adoree: Oh, man. What happened here?
Curtis: What's wrong?
Adoree: Someone ran a pen through the dryer, and now all of my clothes AND the dryer are a real mess.
Curtis: Ugh. Wow. That's rough. Well, I have to go. I'm playing tennis with Jacob in a few minutes.
Adoree: NO! No way! Wait, wait. What about the mess?
Curtis... | Adoree finds it's Curtis who left the pen in the pocket and made the clothes and the dryer a mess. Curtis admits it and will buy Adoree new clothes after playing tennis. |
train_8777 | Norri: Are you having a problem?
Sallie: Yes. I have to do a research paper for history. There's a major book that I need, but I can't find it.
Norri: Did you try the card list?
Sallie: Yes, but it's not there.
Norri: Well, if it's a recent book, it won't be in the card list. All information about books since 1995 is i... | Sallie needs a book but can't find it. Norri explains the reason and advises Sallie to search for it on the computer. |
train_8778 | Kelsey: Are you free this evening? Would you like to come with me to the International Center?
Almira: I remember receiving their calendar of activities in my campus mailbox a week ago. I didn't really look at it, though. Isn't that where they organize parties and trips for foreign students?
Kelsey: Not only for foreig... | Kelsey invites Almira to go to the International Center where they can talk to people and get to know this city. Almira thinks it's worth visiting and will go with Kelsey tonight. |
train_8779 | Jonason: Hello, this is Jonason speaking.
Kasy: Hello, Jonason, I am Kasy. I am sorry to tell you that I may not attend your birthday party this weekend.
Jonason: Oh, what's up?
Kasy: Nothing much.., but...
Jonason: What's happened then?
Kasy: I have an important exam at that time.
Jonason: If so, I think we can hold t... | Kasy can't attend Jonason's birthday party because of the exam. Jonason will hold the party ahead of time. |
train_8780 | Carole: I'm afraid I can't show you the apartment at the moment, because the tenant is still living in it. It's really a lovely place, with a big kitchen and a sunny window, for only two hundred dollars a month.
Noell: Sounds good, but we really can't rent an apartment without seeing it first. | Carole can't show Noell the apartment, so Noell can't rent it. |
train_8781 | Lina: Hey, That's a really nice outfit you have on.
Mareah: Why, thank you. I wasn't sure if it looked okay or not. I can't believe all the words the salesgirl said.
Lina: Oh, you look stunning. Your dress really goes well with your shoes.
Mareah: I'm glad that you think so. I thought it might be a bit too revealing... | Lina praises Mareah's outfit. Mareah suggests that Lina should go to the department store and get some new ties but Lina doesn't have enough money. They also discuss what to wear for the party. |
train_8782 | Nicole: At their last meeting, the stockholders voted unanimously to block the merger of our company with Blycore. All the executive committee was in favor of the merger. . . I don't understand how the stockholders could have so much power to throw a wrench in the plans. . .
Locke: If they all unite on a certain issue... | Nicole doesn't understand how the stockholders can throw a wrench in the plans. Locke explains it to Nicole. |
train_8783 | Renate: I am so happy to know that the promotion campaign for our new product is very successful. We just made a record sale this season.
Cecelia: That is very encouraging news. I heard that the marketing department has done a three months research, they sent the feedback information to the research and development ce... | Renate and Cecelia are talking about their successful new product which made a record sale and there is much efforts behind it. |
train_8784 | Winthrop: Can you speak English?
Ciara: Yes I can. I speak it very well.
Winthrop: Where did you learn it?
Ciara: I lived in England when I was a child.
Winthrop: What else can you speak?
Ciara: Well, I know a little Italian. | Ciara can speak English and a little Italian. |
train_8785 | Anya: Earning extra income on the Internet is easier than you might think. After I started selling traditional craft items on the Internet last year, I have really been able to make bank doing something I love.
Jacquenette: Is that right? I hear all these horror stories of internet business crashing because there is n... | Anya thinks internet business is easy but Jacquenette doubts that. Anya tells Jacquenette how to run it successfully. Jacquenette thinks it's a lot of work while Anya thinks it worths doing. |
train_8786 | Aimil: Do you like music?
Melinde: Well, it depends.
Aimil: Do you think the music is well-matched?
Melinde: No, I think the music is too fast.
Aimil: How about the words of the song?
Melinde: It sounds nice.
Aimil: I like it. Naturally it can arouse your feelings.
Melinde: Yes, I think so. It's very emotional. ... | Aimil and Melinde talks about a song. They both enjoy it because it's emotional and full of energy and hope. |
train_8787 | Casey: What's your favorite movie?
Sheelah: My favorite movie is Superbad.
Casey: Oh, why is that?
Sheelah: It's the funniest movie that I've ever seen.
Casey: That's true. It is a very funny movie.
Sheelah: You've seen it before?
Casey: Yes, I saw that movie the first day it came out in theaters.
Sheelah: Didn'... | Sheelah's favorite movie is Superbad because it's funny. Casey also likes it and invites Sheelah to watch together. |
train_8788 | Graehme: I'm not satisfied with it.
Karia: Why not? What's wrong with it?
Graehme: Sometimes it goes fast and sometimes it goes slow, and the alarm doesn't work either.
Karia: Would you like another one?
Graehme: No, can I have my money back?
Karia: Emm, have you got a receipt?
Graehme: A receipt?
Karia: Yes, I must se... | Graehme isn't satisfied with the product. Karia needs to see the receipt to give the money back. |
train_8789 | Peter: Peter, you're learning to drive, aren't you? Do you go to the AA driving school?
Luisa: Actually, it's called the ABC driving school.
Peter: Is it expensive?
Luisa: I've had 10 lessons already and each one is 14 pounds.
Peter: I see. And is the teachers car new?
Luisa: Yes, and it's not a big car, so parking is ... | Peter asks Peter about the driving school Peter goes to. Peter failed the driving test last week and will learn from his father. |
train_8790 | Timmy: Now we have five-day classes every week, so we have more spare time than before.
Lily: How do you spend your time, Timmy?
Timmy: I have interest in playing the violin and I'll continue to practice playing it.
Lily: Do you often take part in a concert?
Timmy: Yes, I like to listen to some music. At present, my ma... | Lily and Timmy are discussing their arrangement of spare time and fine they have similar hobbies in music. They hope to exchange their experience together. |
train_8791 | Melinda: Peter, do you live in the red house at the end of the road?
Peter: Yes, I live in that house with my parents and my sister. And we also have a dog.
Melinda: Do you take your dog for a walk everyday?
Peter: No, my father takes the dog for a walk on Sunday, and I take the dog for a walk on Friday. My mom and my ... | Melinda and Peter talk about Peter's house, Peter's dog walking, and the housework division in his family. |
train_8792 | Myron: What's wrong with you? You look disappointed.
Joannes: I am. I was surfing the web and my computer crashed again. Yesterday I couldn't get my word processing program to run. It's driving me crazy.
Myron: Did you lose any work when it crashed?
Joannes: Nothing important. I backed up everything on disk. But I'm su... | Joannes is disappointed because the computer crashed. Myron thinks maybe he can find the problem for Joannes. |
train_8793 | Hershel: Come on, why do you stop your car here? It's still a long way from the town.
Tomi: I didn't stop the car. The car stopped itself. Let me have a look and find out what the matter is.
Hershel: Is it out of gas? It was running so well.
Tomi: Out of gas? Yeah, it's possible. Oh, yes, it is.
Hershel: But there is n... | Hershel and Tomi's car is out of gas. Hershel is worried but Tomi thinks they'll get some gas from the next car. |
train_8794 | Kenna: The bathroom looks lovely. Did you redecorate it yourself or did you get someone in to do it for you?
Sisely: I did it myself. I went online and found a lot of website devoted to home improvement. Then I went to DIY shop and bought everything I needed. I ' m sure I saved a lot of money by doing it myself and it ... | Kenna admires the decoration of Sisely's bathroom. Sisely tells Kenna how to decorate the bathroom independently. |
train_8795 | Lily: Lily, I am terribly sorry about this. But we have to put off or cancel tomorrow's meeting.
Leann: Cancelled? That's just can't happen!
Lily: Sorry to say, but nothing can be done. The equipment broke down and can't be fixed till Friday.
Leann: Oh, I hope it be fixed on Friday. | Lily regretfully informs Lily of the cancellation of tomorrow's meeting. |
train_8796 | Millicent: Good afternoon. Is this the Roley Hotel?
Cornela: Yes, madam. May I help you?
Millicent: Yes. I ' m calling from Westwood and Westwood Attorneys. I need to make a reservation for Mr. Alex Brent.
Cornela: Fine, madam. When will Mr. Brent be arriving, and how many nights will he be staying? | Millicent phones to make a reservation for Mr. Brent. Cornela helps her. |
train_8797 | Shawn: Our Afghan customers wanna buy China's tea. I am thinking of placing an order with you.
Frederik: Which tea do you prefer, black or jasmine tea?
Shawn: I like both. Could you show me some samples?
Frederik: Of course, here you are. These are Black tea from Anti, Oolong tea from Guangdong, Oolong tea from Fujisan... | Shawn wants to purchase China's tea from Frederik. Frederik gives an introduction to some samples. Shawn decides to order Black tea from Anti, Jasmine tea from Hangzhou, and Crushed Black tea, first grade. |
train_8798 | Katya: May I help you?
Robinia: Yes. Do you exchange foreign money here?
Katya: Yes. Our bank is authorized to deal with foreign exchange.
Robinia: What kinds of currency do you change?
Katya: We can change only three kinds of currency, USD, Japanese Yen and HK Dollar in our savings office.
Robinia: Could you tell me w... | Robinia wants to exchange the money to some US dollars in the bank. Katya offers guidance. |
train_8799 | Quinn: Now, if I look here I see that you completed a BA in English?
Corissa: Yes, that ' s right. After graduating from high school in New York I attended York University in the UK. My major was English, and my minor was business studies. I completed my BA in 2004.
Quinn: Yes, I ' m pleased to see that you also got a ... | Rebecca shares her study experience and extracurricular activities at university with Quinn. |
train_8800 | Stevens: Last week, we had a performance review on all the staff in our department in last quarter. Stevens, can you provide more information about the performance review?
Lorrie: Yes, sir. Most of us had positive review in last quarter. Take Fred and David for examples. Both of them try their best to achieve the best.... | Stevens praises Fred and David due to their distinct progress in last week's performance review. Then Stevens announces the promotion of them. |
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