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train_9801 | Ranee: What are you reading? You've had your nose buried in that book since last night.
Leese: This book is so good. I just can't put it down! It's called 'The Power of One'.
Ranee: I haven't read a book like that for as long as I can remember.
Leese: Me either. From the very first page, this author just pulled me r... | Leese tells Ranee the book called 'The Power of One' is too good to put it down, and Ranee wants to read it too. |
train_9802 | Maddie: I'm sorry, but I can't find the book you lent me. I guess I have lost it.
Caty: Don't worry about it.
Maddie: I really feel bad about it. Let me buy you a new one.
Caty: No. Don't be silly. I wouldn't dream of letting you do that. | Maddie feels sorry for losing Caty's book. Caty asks Maddie to take it easy. |
train_9803 | Gale: hey, the new SOHO. How's everything going?
the new SOHO: everything's great. I've just returned from my office.
Gale: your office? Aren't you a freelancer?
the new SOHO: sure I am. I work for myself, but I've rented a virtual office at an office building in the downtown area.
Gale: a virtual office?
the new ... | the new SOHO tells Gale the new SOHO, a freelancer, rents a virtual office that shares office services with others, which helps a lot to promote the new SOHO's corporate image. |
train_9804 | Desiree: Hey, John. Nice car.
John: Thanks. I finally got rid of that old Nissan that got me through college.
Desiree: What is this, the new Ford?
John: No, it's last year's model.
Desiree: True. How much did you pay?
John: $14, 500. It only has 10, 000 miles on it, so it's like a new car.
Desiree: Does that mean... | John got a Ford and invites Desiree for a ride. |
train_9805 | Wyatt: I suppose you like cinematography and costumes and that sort of stuff?
Stephan: Yes, I do. The look of a picture is very important.
Wyatt: I think sound is even more important! Guns, bombs, sirens--that's what makes a movie exciting!
Stephan: You wouldn't know a good movie even if it bit you on the nose.
Wya... | Stephan thinks the look of the picture is important while Wyatt thinks the sound is more important for movies. |
train_9806 | Vin: Crown Hotel. Reservation Desk. Can I help you?
Hebert: Yes, I'd like to book a room at your hotel.
Vin: What kind of room would you like, sir? We have single rooms, double rooms, suites and deluxe suites in our hotel.
Hebert: I'd like to book a single room with a bath from the afternoon of October 2nd to the mo... | Vin helps Hebert book a single room for 4 days and introduces the services included. |
train_9807 | Tom: Hello, this is Tom speaking. Is this Mrs. Green?
Mrs. Green: Yes. Hello, Tom. We haven't seen each other since your graduation. I often think of you and your former classmates. You were one of my favourites students. How are you getting along at college?
Tom: Very well. I love my life here and I am involved in man... | Tom calls Mrs. Green and asks her suggestions about the books to be put in the literature room of a new set-up art and literature centre. Mrs. Green gives her suggestions. Tom is grateful. |
train_9808 | Susan: Oh, Susan. What a surprise to run into you here! Are you shopping here?
Noemi: Yes, I need to go to a party tomorrow night. But I don't know what to wear, so I came downtown to buy a dress. Are you shopping here, too?
Susan: No, I'm here to pick up my mother. She's meeting, a friend here. By the way, I heard you... | Susan tells Susan her new job is good, both colleagues and the boss are nice, and she misses old coworkers too. Susan tells Susan Susan's job is not going that well because Susan is not good at teamwork and Susan encourages Susan to learn from others. |
train_9809 | Ailene: Hi, can I help you?
Mark: I hope so. My name is Mark. I'm...
Ailene: Don't I remember you from last year? You worked in, uh, where was it? The art library?
Mark: You have a good memory. Yeah, that was me, and I really enjoyed the work. But for this year.
Ailene: Well, if you come in earlier. You could probably ... | Mark tells Ailene he plans to get a job in a restaurant to make more money but he hasn't found anything. Susan told Mark there might be an opening in Harrison Hall. Ailene tells Mark he's lucky as there's a vacancy. |
train_9810 | Susan: Hey Susan, how's it going?
Nissa: Terrable. I'm really unhappy at Pat the house owner. When I came home yesterday the front door was wide open the cat was hiding in the closet and there was Pat. He came to change the pipe but he didn't even tell me that he was coming. He does this all the time. Last month, one d... | Susan tells Susan she is really unhappy with Pat, the house owner, because he never let Susan know he is going to show up in the house. |
train_9811 | Rubia: Hi Shirley, going to the football game today?
Shirley: No, I'm not. I'm planning to watch it on television.
Rubia: Why is that? Are you low on cash this month?
Shirley: Money is not the problem. I find it easier to follow football on television than in stadiums. When I see the game in person, I feel as if I'm to... | Shirley tells Rubia she prefers to watch the football game on television because, in stadiums, she always loses track of the ball and has no idea about what she is shouting for. |
train_9812 | Roseanna: What a lovely restaurant! Where on earth did you find this place?
Leoine: My neighbor told me about it. He ate here with his family last weekend. He said the food is amazing and a service is very good.
Roseanna: I think the location is fantastic, too. You can see the waterfall no matter where you sit.
Leoine:... | Roseanna and Leoine come to a lovely restaurant that Leoine's neighbor introduced to Leoine. Leoine tells Roseanna Leoine is planning a trip to south London for 5 weeks with Leoine's friends. |
train_9813 | Joaquin: Good morning! May I help you?
Putnam: Yes. My wife and I are interested in renting a house for the summer.
Joaquin: Do you want a furnished house or an unfurnished one?
Putnam: Furnished.
Joaquin: Very well. How long do you want the house? All summer?
Putnam: No, not all summer. Just for six weeks.
Joaquin: I'... | Putnam wants to rent a furnished house, and Joaquin rent it for two months. Putnam's brother would take it for the other two weeks. |
train_9814 | Ms. Smith: How do you do?
Jack Stevens: How do you do? Nice to meet you, Ms. Smith. I ' m Jack Stevens from the Marketing Department. Here is my card.
Ms. Smith: It ' s nice to meet you, Mr. Stevens.
Jack Stevens: Please call me Jack. Have a seat, please.
Ms. Smith: Thank you. | Jack meets with Ms. Smith and introduces himself to her. |
train_9815 | Wheeler: Would you care to join for the picnic tomorrow?
Alonso: Much to my regret, I'll have to meet my girlfriend at the airport then.
Wheeler: We'd like to invite you for our dress party tomorrow evening, are you free?
Alonso: Much as we'd like to, but we've booked up already for that time.
Wheeler: What a pity! You... | Wheeler invites Alonso for the picnic and dress party tomorrow, but Alonso isn't available. |
train_9816 | Paola: Hi, excuse me sir? I'm looking for a dress shoe. My usual pair that I'Ve had for years have finally been stretched out of shape. They don't provide any support anymore.
Ruben: Sure, what kind of shoe are you looking for? We'Ve got strappy sandals, sleek high heels, edgy pumps, or if you're looking for something ... | Paola is looking for a dress shoe. Ruben recommends her some styles, and she would like to see some classic high heels. Paola keeps trying on the shoes but isn't satisfied with them. Paola'll look for shoes at other stores. |
train_9817 | Vance: What is your long term career plan you set for yourself?
Nerissa: First of all, I hope to spend a few years working in some famous companies to command a skill, to set a solid foundation and to build my interpersonal network. When I feel I have accumulated enough experience, I hope to own an undertaking. Of cour... | Nerissa tells Vance Nerissa's long-term career plan of being an entrepreneur. |
train_9818 | Oralle: Great! I landed on Classic Movies.
Sisely: I didn't know you liked old movies.
Oralle: I love them, especially the all-time greats like Gone With the Wind.
Sisely: You're so right! Today's movies are just too commercial!
Oralle: Sometimes I think Oscars are only awarded to movies that make a lot of money. | Both Oralle and Sisely think today's movies are too commercial. |
train_9819 | Evonne: Are you free on Friday evening because we were wondering if you would like to come round for dinner?
Joao: Oh, thank you very much. I'd like to come, but I'm afraid I'm busy that evening.
Evonne: That's a pity! Then when would it be a good time for you?
Joao: Well, I'm not too sure, actually. I'Ve got a lot goi... | Evonne invites Joao to dinner, but Joao is busy. They will find another time. |
train_9820 | Mr. Webber: Please open your books to page 10. Mary, Can I help you?
Mary: I'm sorry that I'm late, Mr. Webber. I couldn't find the room.
Mr. Webber: That's alright. It's the first day of school, after all.
Mary: What are we doing?
Mr. Webber: I'm asking the class to read page 10 to themselves. Then I'm going to ask so... | Mr. Webber asks the class to read page 10, and then Mary comes in. She's late and asks Mr. Webber for a book. |
train_9821 | Corey: What's your city like?
Sascha: It's quite an interesting place to live. The best thing to do in my city is go shopping. There are several indoor and outdoor markets, department stores and shopping malls.
Corey: Is the traffic bad in the city centre?
Sascha: Not really. Cars are not permitted in several parts of ... | Corey and Sascha are talking about Sascha's city. Sascha introduces traffic, restaurants, entertainment, and nightlife of Sascha's city. Corey thinks it sounds like a really exciting city to live in. |
train_9822 | Agathe: I can bet the farm that you will regret about your decision. You cannot find a better one.
Lynn: How can you be so sure? You haven't been together with her, have you?
Agathe: No. But I'm sure she is a good girl. My sixth sense tells me so.
Lynn: Then try it yourself. | Agathe thinks Lynn'll regret about Lynn's decision on the girl. |
train_9823 | Kristin: I'm sorry, dad. But you can't do that. It's for me to decide.
Willy: Oh, I see. You'Ve already decided, have you? Now, you listen to me, you're only 19.
Kristin: I didn't say I'd already decided, dad. I said it was for me to decide. There is a difference.
Willy: Oh. So you think you can just do whatever you wa... | Kristin wants dad's advice but doesn't want him to tell what to do. Kristin wants to decide independently. |
train_9824 | Sybila: How time flies! Why I always feel haven't enough time to work and study?
Brigitta: Yes, I also felt that. I'm always busy, and have no time for rest. I don't know how to make use of time.
Sybila: Maybe we should make a plan and list what we should do next, and follow it.
Brigitta: That's a good idea. And in thi... | Sybila suggests making a plan and listing what should do to make use of time. Brigitta thinks it's a good idea. |
train_9825 | Barty: How can you keep in touch with your aunt in America?
Sinead: Oh, I make a phone call once a month.
Barty: It's very expensive, right?
Sinead: Yeah.
Barty: Why not send E-mail through the Internet?
Sinead: Is it convenient and cheap?
Barty: Sure. You can send E-mail to each other every day through the internet. I... | Sinead makes phone calls to contact with Sinead's aunt in America. Barty advises Sinead to send E-mail. |
train_9826 | Moria: How do I apply to an American university?
Lorilyn: You should go to the library to find some information about American universities, and write to the Admission Office. Then the Admission Office will send you application forms and other related materials. From experience, many applicants write to several univers... | Moria asks Lorilyn how to apply to an American university. Lorilyn tells Moria the procedures of an application and will list the requirements of almost all the universities for Moria. Moria appreciates all Moria's help. |
train_9827 | Sansone: Hello, could you arrange a dinner for us?
Adella: Sure, what time?
Sansone: Eight o'clock tomorrow evening.
Adella: For how many people?
Sansone: Ten.
Adella: Western food or Chinese food?
Sansone: Chinese food.
Adella: Do you want an expensive meal?
Sansone: No, not too lavish.
Adella: How much would you like... | Sansone asks Adella to arrange a dinner for ten people tomorrow evening. Sansone wants typical Chinese food without snakes, and Mao Tai and Qingdao Beer as drinks. |
train_9828 | Woodman: And how will you be paying for your room, Ms. White?
Ms. White: By credit card.
Woodman: Both rooms on the same card?
Ms. White: Yes.
Woodman: Your card number please?
Ms. White: 4434 1234 5678 9902.
Woodman: Double one, zero two?
Ms. White: No, double nine zero two.
Woodman: 4434 1234 5678 9902?
Ms. White: Th... | Ms White pays for her rooms by credit card. Woodman confirms her card number, expiry date, and the check-in and check-out date. |
train_9829 | Tommie: Which kinds of meat are most popular in your country?
Wyatan: We eat a lot of chicken, pork and beef. You eat those meat a lot in your country too, don't you?
Tommie: Yes, we do. We also eat a lot of lamb.
Wyatan: yes. I'Ve heard that people in your country like to eat lamb chops.
Tommie: That's right. They tas... | Tommie and Wyatan are talking about the most popular meat in their country. Tommie promises to cook lamb chops for Wyatan. |
train_9830 | Sheila-Kathryn: Hello, may I help you?
Oralie: Yes, I need some more cash for my visit in China. May I cash a traveler's check here?
Sheila-Kathryn: Of course. We would be happy to cash it for you.
Oralie: I was going to cash it at the hotel, but one of my friends said that banks always give better exchange rates.
Shei... | Oralie asks Sheila-Kathryn's help to cash. Sheila-Kathryn says there isn't much difference between cashing at the hotel or at the banks. Then Sheila-Kathryn helps Oralie cash three checks. |
train_9831 | Ruben: Could you have a taxi pick me up and take me to the airport before 1 p. m. ?
Devina: What's your address, sir?
Ruben: I live at 323 Park Street.
Devina: Ok, someone will be there by 12:15.
Ruben: What are your rates?
Devina: It's 2 dollars initially and 35 cents for each quarter mile.
Ruben: I have four very lar... | Devina will send a larger vehicle to fit in Ruben's four large suitcases. |
train_9832 | Jeremy: Ah, Oh! Are you hurt?
Tressa: I don't think so. I'm just shaken up a little.
Jeremy: Maybe I'd better call an ambulance.
Tressa: No, don't bother. I think I'm OK.
Jeremy: Are you sure?
Tressa: Yes, it's OK. | Jeremy asks Tressa not bother to call an ambulance. |
train_9833 | Virge: I hope we could offer the most favorable terms.
Joab: I am sure you will find our prices are most competitive. Here is our offer. All the prices on the list are firm. If your order is a sizeable one, we could reconsider our prices.
Virge: Good. Is there any commission included? We are commission agents.
Joab: As... | Joab'll allow Virge a 3% commission and make an offer on FOB basis. The earliest shipment will be by September. |
train_9834 | Sir: Hi, I was wondering how I'd go about getting a credit card.
Sonni: Certainly, Sir. You do have a Current Account with us right?
Sir: Oh, no, I'm afraid I don't. Is that necessary?
Sonni: Yes, Sir. In order to get a credit card with us, you'll need to open a Current Account here. Could you please fill out this form... | Sonni needs to see Sir's credentials to get a credit card for Sir, and Sir'll go back to pick up the passport. |
train_9835 | Mary: This is Mary. I just want to let you know that we made an offer to you. The salary is 3, 000 yuan a month, I e-mailed the offer to you as well. You can let me know within a week if you accept the offer.
Rayshell: Thank you. I'll go through it and tell you.
Mary: We hope you get on board with us, Please let me kno... | Mary informs Rayshell of an offer. Rayshell'll go through it and tell Mary. |
train_9836 | Waiter: Good morning, Madam, can I take your order now?
Madam: Yes, I'd like to have a roast chicken leg.
Waiter: Anything else?
Madam: No.
Waiter: How about drink?
Madam: No, enough.
Waiter: Please wait a moment.
Madam: Waiter, come back.
Waiter: OK. What's up, Madam?
Madam: It's not too salty.
Waiter: OK.
Madam: Wait... | Waiter helps Madam order a roast chicken leg. Madam is picky and asks Waiter to come back several times to solve problems. |
train_9837 | Osgood: Could I get some beef?
Tildie: What kind of beef would you like to get?
Osgood: Ground beef would be fine.
Tildie: How many pounds would you like?
Osgood: Four pounds is enough.
Tildie: What kind of ground beef do you want?
Osgood: I'm going to need extra lean ground beef.
Tildie: I can get that for you.
Osgood... | Osgood needs four pounds of ground beef, and Tildie wrap them up for Osgood. |
train_9838 | Nunzio: This is the Pan-American Club. May I help you?
Professor David: Yes. I believe you have a luncheon meeting this coming Wednesday. Could you give me some more information about that?
Nunzio: Yes, of course. The guest speaker is Professor David of a University, and he'll be lecturing about The impact of the Oil C... | Nunzio asks Professor David for some more information about the luncheon meeting. |
train_9839 | Jazmin: How can I help you?
Nanni: I'm here for a facial. I made an appointment over the phone for 3:30 today.
Jazmin: What's your name?
Nanni: Addison.
Jazmin: Ok. Which facial would you like? We have five different kinds of facials.
Nanni: Which would you recommend?
Jazmin: Well, since it's summer and it looks like y... | Nanni comes to Jazmin for a facial. Jazmin recommends their summer special and explains what it includes. Nanni thinks it's great and will have that one. |
train_9840 | Manuel: Welcome to Adventure Tours. How may I help you?
Seana: I want to book a tour with adventure sports.
Manuel: Excellent! Our company has more than ten years of experience in the adventure tourism and sports field. Let me show you some options. This is our most popular choice, our river guides will take you
Seana:... | Seana wants to book a tour with adventure sports. Manuel introduces some options, but Seana prefers something exciting but safer. Then Manuel recommends a package will take Seana on a hiking trip through the Himalayas, and Seana likes it. |
train_9841 | Hillel: Good morning, I want to send this parcel to Taiwan.
Nicol: Airmail or surface mail?
Hillel: How long would surface mail take, compared with airmail?
Nicol: Oh, anything up to 3 or 4 months for surface mail. It depends on the sailing of the ships. Airmail would only take 1 to 2 weeks.
Hillel: How much would this... | Hillel wants to send a parcel to Taiwan by airmail. Nicol charges for $ 10. |
train_9842 | Hendrick: Is Stanley still singing that Elvis song? He's really hogging the mic!
Stanley: If I hear Love Me Tender one more time, I think I'll go crazy!
Hendrick: He sounds like a sick cow!
Stanley: Can we adjust the pitch a little? Maybe he'll sound better in a higher key.
Hendrick: I already tried that. Nothing seems... | Stanley suggests adjusting the pitch, and Stanley'll sound better, but Hendrick says it's no help. |
train_9843 | Gregorio: What qualities do you think a business manager should possess?
Westbrook: Creativity, the ability to organize, the entrepreneur's spirit, comprehensive knowledge of human studies, ability of gathering information, expert competence of communication and deep professional skills.
Gregorio: If a client complains... | Gregorio asks Westbrook the qualities a business manager should possess. Westbrook lists some. |
train_9844 | Lori: Have you been to the new shopping mall that just opened last month?
Bobbie: Not yet. I saw a billboard ad for it last week.
Lori: I saw a lot of ads on the train. I really want to go!
Bobbie: You like shopping? Perhaps we can go together then.
Lori: OK! Could you give me a ride in your car?
Bobbie: Sure.
Lori: I ... | Lori wants to go to the new shopping mall. Bobbie will give Lori a ride. |
train_9845 | John-David: How can you be late again? You are always getting up late.
Darian: But this morning, I got up at six o'clock.
John-David: You are not telling the truth! It only takes one hour to go from your home to school. But look at your watch, it's 8:30 now.
Darian: But today the traffic jam took me one and a half hour... | Darian's late again and explains to John-David it's due to the traffic jam. |
train_9846 | Mr. Brooks: Who knows the answer to the problem on the board? Anyone? Yes, Melanie?
Melanie: Mr. Brooks, can I have a bathroom pass? I really have to go.
Mr. Brooks: Melanie, you're supposed to take care of these things before class starts. Can't you read the sign on the wall?
Melanie: I know, Mr. Brooks.
Mr. Brooks: I... | Mr. Brooks asks Melanie to give the correct answer. She answers and is permitted to go to the bathroom. |
train_9847 | Tongtong: Tongtong, have you finished your homework? We are going to meet your father at the station.
Ermengarde: I'm busy doing it. My teacher has told us to hand it in tomorrow morning. Just a moment, I will finish it soon. | Tongtong tells Tongtong Tongtong'll finish the homework soon. |
train_9848 | Mrs. Downs: Hello, Mr. Brown. How are you?
Mr. Brown: Fine, thanks, Mrs. Downs. How is your boy, Mike?
Mrs. Downs: He is a bit tired. You know, he goes to school at eight o'clock every morning. He doesn't get home until after four. Then he does his homework after tea. It often takes him a couple of hours to finish it.
... | Mr. Brown and Mrs. Downs are talking about Mike. Mike works hard at school and likes the school. |
train_9849 | Janel: Mike, there's not much left in the refrigerator.
Mike: Well, I might be able to pick up a few things after work, but I have to be back rather late today.
Janel: In that case, we'll make do with a meal out at McDonald's. | Janel and Mike will eat at McDonald's. |
train_9850 | Quintin: Excuse me. Are you waiting to buy today's film tickets?
Jacquenetta: Yes, I am. So are all these people in front of me.
Quintin: Have you been here long?
Jacquenetta: About 45 minutes. I've moved forward a total about 3 feet.
Quintin: Oh...
Jacquenetta: Not at all. A young couple who have been waited for one h... | Jacquenetta's waiting to buy film tickets. Quintin asks Jacquenetta how long Jacquenetta has waited, and Jacquenetta explains the reason that causes the delay. |
train_9851 | Waiter: Good morning, Madam, can I take your order now?
Madam: Yes, I'd like to have a roast chicken leg.
Waiter: Anything else?
Madam: No.
Waiter: How about drink?
Madam: No, enough.
Waiter: Please wait a moment.
Madam: Waiter, come back.
Waiter: OK. What's up, Madam?
Madam: It's not too salty.
Waiter: OK.
... | Waiter helps Madam order a roast chicken leg. Madam is picky and asks Waiter to come back several times to solve problems. |
train_9852 | Barnard: How should we commemorate the centenary of the founding of the university? We have been given quite a large budget to pay for some events.
Regan: We should certainly hold a big party for the professors and students. We could have a firework display.
Barnard: Do you think that we should invite alumni and form... | Barnard and Regan are discussing how to commemorate the centenary of the founding of the university. They put up some ideas of holding a big party, inviting alumni and former professors, holding a series of presentations, and producing some merchandise. |
train_9853 | Elsey: Did you hear the news?
Karyn: What happened?
Elsey: Our cousin went into labor and had her baby last week.
Karyn: She did? Why didn't anyone tell me?
Elsey: I would've thought that somebody would have told you.
Karyn: No, I had no idea.
Elsey: Well, she did, her baby was 8 pounds 6 ounces.
Karyn: Oh my Go... | Elsey tells Karyn their cousin went into labor and had her baby. Karyn plans to have a visit. |
train_9854 | Hyacinthe: I'd like to buy a bottle of Centrum, a dozen tooth brushes, some baby's wipes, and a small bottle of aspirin.
Cosette: Centrum? We have bottles of thirty and one hundred tablets. Which kind do you want?
Hyacinthe: Give me one bottle of one hundred tablets.
Cosette: And what kind of toothbrushes would you ... | Hyacinthe buys a bottle of Centrum, a dozen toothbrushes, some baby's wipes, a small bottle of aspirin, and an excellent vitamin that Cosette suggests is suitable for Hyacinthe's son from Cosette. |
train_9855 | Timmy: What seems to be the problem?
Miss Brown: Your secretary seems to think she is being harassed.
Timmy: What? You've got to be kidding me!
Miss Brown: I wish I were, but i am deadly serious. She said you invited her to dinner last week.
Timmy: Of course I did. As recongnition for a job well done. Once a month ... | Miss Brown tells Timmy that Miss Brown thinks she is being harassed by Timmy. Timmy is astonished and explains the fact. Miss Brown says they will have a meeting to straighten things out. |
train_9856 | Shandy: I'm not a Christian. I just want to know why Americans believe that sort of thing.
John: Believe what?
Shandy: You know... like, say God is the creator of the universe, the Bible, and Jesus Christ. . .
Hyatt: You don't believe that? Everyone interprets the Bible in a different way. To some people, the Gospel... | Shandy wants to know why Americans believe in God. John doesn't know if he's a Christian or not but believes they all possess the potential to create fantastic changes on this earth. |
train_9857 | Prasun: I've brought some potato chips. Would you like some, Jack?
Jack: Yes. I'd like to swap some of my peanuts for your chips.
Prasun: That'll be fine. Thanks.
Jack: Do you have any ketchup?
Prasun: I forgot to bring it, but maybe Mary has some. Let's go and ask her. | Jack exchanges his peanuts with Prasun's chips. |
train_9858 | Sir: Do you have all types of seafood here?
Tomasine: Yes, Sir, the specialty of our restaurant is the seafood.
Sir: What do you recommend?
Tomasine: Perhaps you would like some sole. Many guests like it very much.
Sir: OK, we will try it.
Tomasine: Any drinks?
Sir: Two bottles of white wine, please. | Sir wants some seafood, and Tomasine recommends some sole. |
train_9859 | Kelcey: Hello.
Jim Evans: This is Jim Evans from the Market Research Company. May I ask you a few questions?
Kelcey: Oh, I suppose.
Jim Evans: Do you read any newspapers and if so, which ones?
Kelcey: I read the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal.
Jim Evans: About how many hours a week do you read newspapers th... | Jim Evans from the Market Research Company calls Kelcey to ask some questions about reading. Kelcey reads newspapers, and textbooks regularly, and novels are Kelcey's favorite. |
train_9860 | Jotham: Jay, how were your New Year's celebrations?
Jay: I celebrated with my host family, since I didn't go home. It's a long way from here to Beijing.
Jotham: Did you have a good time with your host family?
Jay: Yeah, it was fun sharing our stories. What did you do to celebrate New Years?
Jotham: Each family is diffe... | Jay celebrated New Year with his host family. Jotham introduces Jotham's family traditions named the Rose Bowl and the Rose Parade to Jay. |
train_9861 | Alice: Oh, it's already 10:30 now. I haven't finished my homework yet.
Nomi: Don't worry. The clock on the wall is 20 minutes fast.
Alice: Great. Please tell Alice to wait for me till 11 o'clock.
Nomi: Where are you going?
Alice: We're going to Sally's birthday party.
Nomi: When will it be?
Alice: It will be at about 1... | Alice thinks it's 10:30, but Nomi says the clock is 20 minutes fast. |
train_9862 | Moore: Was that telephone ringing?
Eolanda: I didn't hear anything.
Moore: I thought I heard it ring two or three times.
Eolanda: Sometimes when the windows are open, you can hear our neighbors phone.
Moore: Well, I'm expecting an important phone call and I don't want to miss it.
Eolanda: Is it anything I should know a... | Moore's expecting an important phone call. Eolanda suggests Moore go outside, and Eolanda will call Moore if the phone rings. |
train_9863 | Mr. Dick: Mr. Dick. Does the recommendation of the university play an important role?
Connor: Yes. In fact, the recommendation letter written by the university is an indirect self-recommendation. In the long period of cooperation, the university has established good relationship with the companies or organizations, the... | Mr. Dick thinks the recommendation letters written by universities play an important role, but if Mr. Dick's university gives students the same recommendation letters, it might be useless. He suggests Mr. Dick send out Mr. Dick's resume with it if it is useful. |
train_9864 | Latrina: I take care of the letters. I may read, sort out and organize incoming mails.
Rhea: So you have to open all the envelopes.
Latrina: Yes, except the personal mail. And I also need to prepare the materials for posting and check the e-mail box regularly.
Rhea: Do you need to file copies of the letters before send... | Latrina tells Rhea Latrina takes care of letters except for the personal mail, prepares the materials for posting, and checks the e-mail box regularly. |
train_9865 | Stacee: Would you like some more coffee?
Ilana: No thanks. I'm full. We need to find our waitress and get our bill.
Stacee: Good luck finding the waitress!
Ilana: The service this evening has kind of sucked. Is that our server over there?
Stacee: I'll go get the check, since our server doesn't seem to be headed this wa... | Stacee and Ilana think the service this evening has kind of sucked but they still leave 10% for the tip. |
train_9866 | Ilyssa: Could you project what you would like to be doing five years from now?
Patin: As I have some administrative experience from my last job, I may use my organizational and planning skills in the future.
Ilyssa: How do you plan to accomplish this?
Patin: By doing everything necessary and for further study.
Ilyssa: ... | Ilyssa asks Patin about Patin's career plan five years from now and Patin's opinion on this industry's outlook in five years. |
train_9867 | Dwane: We are redecorating and I'm going to add some things.
Roger: Well, I'll be glad to help you out. We can deliver what you need to your office.
Dwane: Shall we meet at 1:15 this Thursday? We definitely need some new filing cabinets and at least one desk unit.
Roger: Fine, I'll bring both our office furniture and e... | Dwane is redecorating and wants to add some things. Roger offers Roger's help. |
train_9868 | Noelani: What a nice day!
Lenna: yes. How about going out and enjoying the sunshine on the grass?
Noelani: great, let's go!
Lenna: hey, darling, I think I might have a little heatstroke from being in the sun all day. I was so relaxed. It felt as if I were in another world.
Noelani: exactly. You know, the sunshine and w... | Noelani and Lenna are going out and enjoying the sunshine on the grass, which reminds them of their honeymoon. They decide to go again to celebrate their one-year anniversary next week. |
train_9869 | Owen: Hi, I would like to purchase a one way ticket to Brussels, please.
Lonee: Certainly sir, this is our train schedule. We have an express train departing every morning and an overnight train that departs at nine pm.
Owen: How long does it take to get there?
Lonee: About twelve hours. We currently have tickets avail... | Owen wants to buy a one-way ticket to Brussels. Lonee helps Owen to buy a sleeper on the overnight train and asks Owen to be here at least 30 minutes before the departure time. |
train_9870 | Orbadiah: Do you want a cigarette?
Nil: No, thank you. I've given up, you know.
Orbadiah: You don't mind if I have one.
Nil: Well, all tight. But you know, smoking does do harm to your health.
Orbadiah: Yes, you are right.
Nil: Why don't you try and give it up?
Orbadiah: I've tried to give up smoking several times, but... | Nil has given up smoking and advises Orbadiah to give it up too. Orbadiah has tried but it's no use. |
train_9871 | Spiros: The company is selecting three employees to attend the marketing seminar next month. Did you put your name in for it?
Paulina: No, I don't really care too much for seminars. . . I find them to be either boring ot useless. I mean, how much can you really learn in one afternoon?
Spiros: It's not just about the th... | Paulina thinks going to the seminar is either boring or useless even though Spiros talks about its advantages. Paulina becomes interested when hearing that it is going to be held in Hawaii. |
train_9872 | Bernetta: Do you have much experience with kids?
Barbi: Yes. I have three sons. Actually I also have a grandson.
Bernetta: To tell you the truth, sometimes I regret having a baby so early. I have been making so many sacrifices just because my husband insisted on keeping the baby.
Barbi: I understand. I was in your posi... | Bernetta sometimes regrets having a baby so early. Barbi understands Bernetta because Barbi was in Bernetta's position before. Bernetta is worried that Bernetta would end up taking care of the child all the time. Barbi advises Bernetta to take night classes and find a job after Bernetta's child attends kindergarten. |
train_9873 | Breena: So Dick, how about getting some coffee for tonight?
Dick: Coffee? I don't honestly like that kind of stuff.
Breena: Come on, you can at least try a little, besides your cigarette.
Dick: What's wrong with that? Cigarette is the thing I go crazy for.
Breena: Not for me, Dick. | Breena invites Dick to get some coffee but Dick only wants cigarettes. |
train_9874 | Mr. Rogers: Mr. : Are you Mary Lin?
Mary Lin: Yes.
Mr. Rogers: Mr. : I'm Mr. Rogers, your homeroom teacher.
Mary Lin: Where should I sit?
Mr. Rogers: Mr. : Why don't you sit behind Brad?
Mary Lin: Who's Brad?
Mr. Rogers: Mr. : He's that guy in the blue shirt.
Mary Lin: When does the first period begin, by the way?
Mr. ... | Mr. Rogers asks Mary Lin to sit behind Brad and says the first period will begin when the bell rings. |
train_9875 | Jerald: Hey Mike. What are you doing tonight?
Mike: Nothing planned. How about you?
Jerald: Work is kicking my ass. I'm so stressed. Let's go grab a drink.
Mike: I'm always up for a drink. To tell you the truth, it's been quite stressful here too.
Jerald: I say we get drunk tonight. I don't want to think about all this... | Jerald invites Mike to grab a drink and promises not to stay out too late. Mike agrees. |
train_9876 | Toby: I just got a telegram from Margaret and Greg.
Oralle: Are they coming to Chicago again?
Toby: Yes. They're coming the beginning of August.
Oralle: Oh, good! We can all get together again.
Toby: I'm glad they're coming in August. Maybe Greg and I can play some golf or get tickets to a baseball game.
Oralle: And Ma... | Toby and Oralle are glad to know that Margaret and Greg are coming to Chicago in August. |
train_9877 | Lindi: Do you have s second?
Josey: Sure. What do you want?
Lindi: I want to tell you I've put in my notice.
Josey: Really? Why?
Lindi: I've been thinking about this for several months, well before the Spring Festival holidays.
Josey: And the holidays provided you a chance to think over all this and make a decision?
Li... | Lindi tells Josey that Lindi hasn't received a pay rise so Lindi decided to quit the job and find a new one. |
train_9878 | Keith: So Kim, have you ever had anything stolen?
Kim: Stolen? No, why?
Keith: My uncle just had his motorcycle stolen a few nights ago. I was just thinking about how clever criminals are these days.
Kim: Criminals are clever? They're only successful when people are careless.
Keith: I don't know. The ones who stole my ... | Kim thinks criminals only succeed when people are careless. Keith persuades Kim that criminals are clever these days by telling Kim how Keith's uncle's motorcycle was stolen. |
train_9879 | Donnajean: Good afternoon, sir. May I help you?
The customer: Yes, I'd like a cheeseburger and a large order of French fries.
Donnajean: Would you like anything to drink with that?
The customer: Yes, a medium Coke.
Donnajean: Will that be all?
The customer: Yes.
Donnajean: For here or to go?
The customer: To go, please... | Donnajean helps The customer order a cheeseburger, French fries, and a Coke to go. |
train_9880 | Millicent: Okay, I want to change 22, 000.
the clerk: Could you please fill out this form?
Millicent: Okay, here you are. ( She hands the completed form and the money to the clerk. )
the clerk: Here's your $ 200.
Millicent: Thank you very much.
the clerk: Thank you. | the clerk helps Millicent to change 22,000 to $200. |
train_9881 | Ajai: Hi, I'm here to check in.
Kincaid: Would you please fill out this registration 1 form?
Ajai: Thank you. . . Excuse me, sir. You forgot to fill in your visa number.
Kincaid: Did I? Let me see that. . . Oh, sorry. . . here you are. | Kincaid helps Ajai to check-in. |
train_9882 | Mr. Sandals: I'm in 507, and I have a big problem.
Herrick: I'm so sorry. Kindly tell me what the problem is, sir.
Mr. Sandals: Everywhere I look, I see cockroaches.
Herrick: Perhaps you could look again, sir, to double-check.
Mr. Sandals: The next cockroach I see will be number ten.
Herrick: Mr. Sandals, I've worked h... | Mr. Sandals complains about the cockroaches. Mr. Sandals doesn't believe it and will transfer him to Mr. Sandals's supervisor. |
train_9883 | Oren: I am so sorry that I must be off now. My girlfriend told me I must arrive at her home in ten minutes or she will break up with me.
Imogene: She can cope with it. Don't be such a wimp! | Oren must be off to meet Oren's girlfriend. |
train_9884 | Leighton: When I was at school, I was quite good at track and field events. I was on the school team for the long jump, 100 and 200 meter sprints and the javelin.
Adelind: Really? I was quite good at the hurdles and the discus.
Leighton: I wish that I were good at the discus, but I could rarely throw it in the right di... | Leighton was good at long jump, 100 and 200-meter sprints, and the javelin. Adelind was good at the hurdles and the discus. They talk about their experiences in regional and national competitions. |
train_9885 | Arlee: Well, that's why you'r here. My source for big TV sets overcharged me on the last shipment, so I need someone new. I wanted to meet you to see if we can work together. I think
Florian: I agree.
Arlee: Fine, but before you agree, don't you need to know what you're agreeing to?
Florian: I guess you're right. But l... | Arlee's source for big TV sets overcharged Arlee on the last shipment so Arlee asks Florian if they can work together. Arlee expects Florian to be square with Arlee at all times. Florian agrees. |
train_9886 | Willie: What do you want to be?
Dyanna: Dad, I haven't thought about it. I'm still young.
Willie: Oh, honey, but you must know what your hobby is, right?
Dyanna: I like playing the piano.
Willie: Yes, you play the piano well. You could be a good pianist. That's good. | Dyanna likes playing the piano. Willie thinks Dyanna could be a pianist. |
train_9887 | Jandy: Excuse me, what material is it?
Rhaki: Rhaki. Do you want some?
Jandy: No, where are the cotton cloths?
Rhaki: I will show you.
Jandy: What is the shrink rate after washing?
Rhaki: Less than 5 %. It's quite durable. | Rhaki shows Jandy the cotton cloths with a shrink rate of less than 5%. |
train_9888 | Marietta: I'm interested in all kinds of your products, but this time I would like to order some fireworks and mosquito coil incense. Please quote us C. I. F. Rangoon.
Johann: Please let us know the quantity required so that we can work out the premium and freight charges.
Marietta: I'm going to place a trial order for... | Marietta is going to place a trial order for 1, 000 units of a dozen fireworks and 500 cartons of mosquito coil incense and asks for a discount. Johann agrees to give Marietta a 1% discount as this is the first deal between them. They will discuss it in detail tomorrow. |
train_9889 | Britt: I am sorry I am so late to work.
Vibhu: What was the problem?
Britt: I lost track of time.
Vibhu: Things happen ; make sure it doesn't become a habit.
Britt: OK, it won't happen again.
Vibhu: All right, please take this message and call this client.
Britt: OK, no problem.
Vibhu: Now does everyone understand the ... | Britt was late to work. Vibhu asks Britt not to do it again and will explain the diagram again. |
train_9890 | Marie: My goodness! My silk dress is shrunk. How did you wash it?
Brynn: It was washed by washing machine.
Marie: It should be handwashed with cold water. It's a common sense. Don't you know it?
Brynn: I'm so sorry. I have no idea of it. I washed silk dress the first time. I'll buy a new one for you or I'll give you mo... | Marie's silk dress is shrunk because Brynn doesn't know how to wash it. Marie forgives Brynn and gives the dress to Brynn. |
train_9891 | Brandon: Please take a seat.
Steven Michael: Thanks.
Brandon: Now what can I do for you?
Steven Michael: Well, I'm looking for a job.
Brandon: Fine, but first I need some information about you.
Steven Michael: What kind of information do you want?
Brandon: Well, first of all, your name. What's your surname?
Steven Mich... | Wilson is looking for a job and gives Brandon some personal information. |
train_9892 | Odie: How do I get to the EDD?
Cecelia: Actually, you do not need to go into the office to file a claim. You can do it over the phone or the Internet.
Odie: Can I go in to look for a job at their office?
Cecelia: That's a good decision. They have many good job search tools there.
Odie: Is there an office near me?
Cecel... | Cecelia tells Odie Odie can look for a job at EDD's office and gives Odie the address of the local office for this area. |
train_9893 | Xaviera: My, it looks too queer!
Cordyceps: Yes, it is a queer drug, a tonic only available in China. Many ancient Chinese medicine journals have recorded that it can cure such ailments as night sweat, pain at loins and knees and anaemia. It has no side effect.
Xaviera: Great! Will you please tell me how to take it?
Co... | Cordyceps tells Xaviera how to take the tonic that is only available in China and can cure ailments without side effects. |
train_9894 | Nelia: Do I often have to work overtime?
Demetrius: Yes, you have to work overtime a lot due to the editing job.
Nelia: Is there any extra pay for that?
Demetrius: No, but we'll provide you with good businesses at the end of the year. | Nelia has to work overtime a lot without extra pay. |
train_9895 | Weylin: I really can't stand the way Paul controls the conversation all the time. If he's going to be at the New Year's party, I just won't come.
Solange: I'm sorry you feel that way, but my father insists that he come. | Weylin won't come to the party if Paul will be there. |
train_9896 | Joey: Thanks for agreeing to this interview,Mrs. Rogers. My teacher wants me to interview someone who lived during the 1940s.
Mrs. Rogers: Of course, Joey. What's your first question?
Joey: Well,where were you living in 1940?
Mrs. Rogers: In Minneapolis, Minnesota, where I was born and raised.
Joey: Did you live with y... | Joey interviews Mrs. Rogers who lived during the 1940s. Mrs. Rogers lived in Minneapolis in 1940 with her family and moved to D.C. in 1943 and to California in 1946. She worked for a lawmaker for two years and ran for office herself when her daughters were old enough. |
train_9897 | Meg: Meg, I've just got us tickets to Singapore.
Howard: So exciting, then when do we set off?
Meg: The plane leaves tomorrow afternoon. So we set off for the airport at 11 am.
Howard: So we leave at 11 am. Do we stop off anywhere on the way or is it a direct flight?
Meg: Well, there aren't any direct flights, we can s... | Meg and Meg will go to Singapore tomorrow. They will stop off in Hong Kong and return home in 10 days. |
train_9898 | Rosanne: Mrs. Whinfield, thank you very much for allowing me to visit your wonderful garden. It really helps me a lot to write an article on Dorset gardens for our paper. Now I wonder if I could ask you a few questions.
Mrs. Whinfield: Yes, sure.
Rosanne: Could you tell me when you became interested in gardening?
Mrs. ... | Rosanne thanks Mrs. Whinfield for letting Rosanne visit her garden and asks her a few questions to write an article. Mrs. Whinfield tells Rosanne about when she became interested in gardening and what her first garden was like. She and her friends give each other plants. |
train_9899 | Fiona: Oh, hi, Fred! I didn't know whether to save you a place or not. Why are you so late?
Fiona: It's our maths teacher. She always keeps us in class until ten past ten.
Fred: Doesn't she know that you're supposed to get out at ten?
Fiona: I guess so. But she never looks at her watch. She just keeps talking.
Fred: Do... | Fred is late because his maths teacher always keeps students in class too late. Fiona advises him to tell her about it in a friendly way when she's not busy. |
train_9900 | Doro: Look, Forest Gump is on at six thirty.
Gucci: Really? It was on in 1994 for the first time. And it is really a classic.
Doro: Yeah, I am very impressed with Tom Hanks' performance in the movie.
Gucci: I am also impressed with the lines in the movie.
Doro: Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what ... | Doro and Gucci are talking about Forest Gump, including its lines and awards and the actor's performance. They will see it together. |
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