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train_10300 | #Person1#: Hey, Leo. How come you look so terrible? What's going'on?
#Person2#: You can say that again. Susan'brother dropped in from out of town, so I offered to put him up for a few days. But he's driving me up a wall. This guy is bottomless pit.
#Person1#: How gross! I can't handle people like that. Does he at least... | Leo is not in a good mood because Susan's brother has been staying at his house without doing anything. #Person1# suggests Leo tell Susan's brother a white lie to kick him out. | freeloader |
train_10301 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?
#Person2#: I'm due to check out tomorrow, but I'd like to extend my stay by two days.
#Person1#: Could I have your name and room number?
#Person2#: Tom Black in Room 207.
#Person1#: Please wait a moment, Mr. Black. I'll have to check the reservation records. . . I'm sorry, ... | Tom Black wants to extend his room stay by two days. #Person1# will help him transfer to another room. | extend room stay |
train_10302 | #Person1#: The weekend's finally here!
#Person2#: And it's a long one. I have Monday off. It's Memorial Day or something like that.
#Person1#: Yep. It's the kickoff of the barbecue season. We're invited to a grill party in the park tomorrow.
#Person2#: Sounds good. What do we need to bring?
#Person1#: We need to buy so... | #Person1# and #Person2# are going to do some preparations for the grill party tomorrow. | a grill party |
train_10303 | #Person1#: So, this is the worst story I'Ve heard this month. You have my real sympathy, Tim.
#Person2#: You know, all I was trying to do was tell the truth but they obviously didn't take it that way.
#Person1#: I understand how you feel, but you'Ve gotta learn to move on.
#Person2#: Yeah, I'm dealing with it. Anyway. ... | Tim tried to tell the truth but nobody took it. Mike feels sympathetic and encourages Tim to move on. | sympathy |
train_10304 | #Person1#: Hey, Daniel, how's it going?
#Person2#: Hey, Daddy, today I had really a fantastic history class.
#Person1#: Wow, it's so strange for you to say things like that. What had happened?
#Person2#: We've learnt the story of Zheng He Sailing to West Ocean. He is a real great navigator.
#Person1#: Did your teacher ... | Daniel tells daddy the story of Zheng He Sailing to West Ocean which he learned in history class. Daddy suggests Daniel read Robinson Crusoe which can give him a better understanding. Daniel wants to watch Pirates of the Caribbean with Daddy. | history |
train_10305 | #Person1#: Good morning, Miss Wu! Can I ask you something?
#Person2#: Certainly. You are more welcome to do. What is it?
#Person1#: Tomorrow is my wife's birthday. We both love spicy Chinese dishes. I am wondering if you could recommend a good local restaurant where I can find some good spicy dishes.
#Person2#: Well, i... | Miss Wu recommends #Person1# to take his wife to go to In Hua Restaurant for good spicy Chinese dishes and tells #Person1# how to get there. | restaurant |
train_10306 | #Person1#: Hey, May, how are you doing?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm a little busy these days.
#Person1#: Why is that?
#Person2#: Don't you know Christmas is coming? I have a lot of things to get ready.
#Person1#: But you're in China. Are you planning on going home for Christmas?
#Person2#: Yeah, so I have to buy presents for ev... | May tells #Person1# she is busy preparing Christmas presents before she goes back to America. #Person1# thinks giving money in envelopes would be much easier, but May thinks not. | Christmas |
train_10307 | #Person1#: Daniel, you can't spit the gum everywhere.
#Person2#: Come on, just a little piece.
#Person1#: Do you know how many people chew gum everyday?
#Person2#: I have no idea.
#Person1#: Just in Beijing, people consume 300, 000 pieces of gum every day.
#Person2#: That's amazing.
#Person1#: If all the people spit ou... | #Person1# reminds Daniel not to spit the gum everywhere, or the whole world would become a big trash can. Daniel agrees. | spit gum |
train_10308 | #Person1#: Where do you work, Andrea?
#Person2#: I work for Thomas Cook Travel.
#Person1#: Oh, really? What do you do there?
#Person2#: I'm a guide. I take people on tours to countries in South America, like Peru.
#Person1#: That sounds interesting!
#Person2#: Yes, it's a great job. I love it. And what do you do?
#Pers... | Andrea works for Thomas Cook Travel as a guide, and #Person1# works in Hamburger Heaven. | work |
train_10309 | #Person1#: William told you that his grandmother is sick, huh? What exactly did he say?
#Person2#: He said his grandmother got cancer and has only a few weeks to live. It's really so sad! But when I talked to him on the phone, it sounded like he was holding up really well.
#Person1#: It didn't sound like he was too ups... | William told Jen that his grandmother got cancer. But Jen found William holding up well. #Person1# tells Jen William lied to her. | grandmother |
train_10310 | #Person1#: How many do you intend to order for our shirts?
#Person2#: What's the minimum quantity of an order for your goods?
#Person1#: We are not interested in small orders. I suggest you order at least 2 000 dozen.
#Person2#: No problem. We want a minimum of 1, 000 dozen of men's shirts and a minimum of 3, 000 dozen... | #Person2# gives a big order of shirts. #Person1# tells #Person2# they have enough productivity and reduces the price by 10%. | a big order |
train_10311 | #Person1#: do you have a second?
#Person2#: sure. What do you want?
#Person1#: I want to tell you I've put in my notice.
#Person2#: really? Why?
#Person1#: I've been thinking about this for several months, well before the Spring Festival holidays.
#Person2#: and the holidays provided you a chance to think over all this... | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# has made a decision to quit the job and to find a new one. #Person1# wonders why IT companies are willing to pay more to new employees instead. | job hopping |
train_10312 | #Person1#: Are you free next thursday?
#Person2#: Yeah, why, is there something going on Thursday?
#Person1#: A bunch of us in the office are planning a retiring party for Bob, he's been with the office for ages, so everyone was really surprised to hear he took early retirement.
#Person2#: Bob is retiring, wow. . . tha... | #Person1# invites #Person2# to join the retiring party for Bob next Thursday. #Person2# is surprised Bob retires so early. #Person1# thinks retiring early gives people more time to enjoy life. | retirement |
train_10313 | #Person1#: Are you doing the football pools, Brian?
#Person2#: Yes, I'Ve nearly finished, June. I'm sure we will win something this week.
#Person1#: You always say that, but we never win anything! What will you do if you win a lot of money?
#Person2#: If I win a lot of money, I shall buy you a mink coat.
#Person1#: I d... | Brian is telling June about his plan if he wins a lot of money by doing the football pools. June thinks it's only a pleasant dream. | a pleasant dream |
train_10314 | #Person1#: Tell me, what do you enjoy doing in your spare time?
#Person2#: I enjoy drawing and painting.
#Person1#: You know how to draw and paint?
#Person2#: Yes, I do.
#Person1#: When did you learn how to do that?
#Person2#: I learned back in high school.
#Person1#: Oh, so you took an art class?
#Person2#: Yeah, I lo... | #Person2# enjoys drawing and painting in the spare time. #Person1# wishes #Person1# has a talent like #Person2#. | talent |
train_10315 | #Person1#: Can you believe that Susan got married?
#Person2#: Really? I remember she said if she would remain single. Is the man very rich?
#Person1#: No. That's what is surprising me.
#Person2#: You means she didn't marry a rich man.
#Person1#: He's a postman.
#Person2#: I thought she would marry a fortune. | #Person1# and #Person2# are surprised that Susan didn't marry a rich man. | Susan's marriage |
train_10316 | #Person1#: I am calling to apply to work in your agency of entry.
#Person2#: OK. Do you have any advantages to work in our entry agency?
#Person1#: Yes. I know many ambassadors in Chinese Embassy and British Embassy in China.
#Person2#: Wonderful, I will give you a chance of interview. | Since #Person1# knows many ambassadors, #Person2# will give #Person1# a chance of interview. | entry agency |
train_10317 | #Person1#: It's a beautiful day! Let's play on those rides in the park.
#Person2#: Sounds like a good idea. I love to play on the jungle gym.
#Person1#: Me too. I love to play on the swing as well. Swing is my favorite.
#Person2#: That's great. Then we won't fight over taking the same ride.
#Person1#: Look at the flowe... | #Person1# and #Person2# enjoy themselves in the park, playing on the rides and looking at flowers and scenery. They are going to watch the sunset. | in the park |
train_10318 | #Person1#: I'm taking my date to a restaurant. Could you tell me about one or two good ones?
#Person2#: My pleasure! How much would you like to spend on your date?
#Person1#: She will want an excellent restaurant, of course.
#Person2#: You should know that our hotel chef was trained in Paris. The service and food are w... | #Person2# recommends #Person1# to go to Gramercy Tavern for his date. #Person1# asks #Person2# to check available seats. | restaurant |
train_10319 | #Person1#: How about 15 % the first six months and the second six months at 12 % with a guarantee of 3000 units?
#Person2#: That's a lot to sell with very low profit margins.
#Person1#: It's about the best we can do, Smith. We need to hammer something out today. If I go back empty-handed, I may be coming back to you so... | Smith and #Person1# are discussing details of a deal that promises big returns for both sides. They discuss the amout of units to sell and shipment. | deal |
train_10320 | #Person1#: Look at this headline, Soo Mi.
#Person2#: Wow! So many people in the United States get divorced!
#Person1#: Is it the same in Korea?
#Person2#: I don't think so. In Korea some marriages break up, but most couples stay together.
#Person1#: Do people get married young?
#Person2#: Not really. Very few people ge... | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about marriage and divorce in the United States and Korea. | marriage |
train_10321 | #Person1#: I had a look yesterday. I found some exhibits are fine in quality and beautiful in design. The exhibition has successfully displayed to me what your corporation handles. I have gone over the catalogue and the pamphlets enclosed in your last letter. I have got some idea of your exports. I am interested in you... | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing the business of silk between them. #Person1# is interested in #Person2#'s silk blouses. #Person1# will give #Person2# a special answer after #Person1# receives a definite answer. They both hope everything will be smooth in the future. | business |
train_10322 | #Person1#: Have you watched any of the talent shows on TV?
#Person2#: Yes, I've watched the finale for the'Super Girl'. The producer is very smart to copy the program from the US, which is quite fresh and eye-catching for mainland audiences.
#Person1#: Yeah, and they know exactly what the audiences have in mind. Everyo... | #Person1# thinks the talent shows know that everyone desires equal opportunities and a channel to climb up. Since those programs are gradually losing their appeal, #Person2# thinks producers should think of better ways to entertain the public. | talent shows |
train_10323 | #Person1#: Congratulations, Francis. Your hard working finally pays off. I am so happy for your promotion.
#Person2#: Thanks, Monica. Without support from you and other colleagues, I would not have made it.
#Person1#: I hope I could get promoted some day. Tell me about your experience, ok?
#Person2#: Well, just saying ... | Monica congratulates Francis for his promotion. Francis tells Monica she needs to write down the desirable position and an available plan for achieving that objective to get promoted. | promotion |
train_10324 | #Person1#: Hey, let me know how your summer's going! I'll miss you guys while I'm working here in the library.
#Person2#: I'll be working, too! But I'll send you an email or call you once in a while. When we all get back to school, we can have a party or something. | Both #Person1# and #Person2# will work in the summer. | summer |
train_10325 | #Person1#: Did you check the power plug and press the play button?
#Person2#: Yes. The power indicator was on, and it was running, but somehow the sound didn't come through.
#Person1#: Take the tape out and try once again. Maybe you should check the output plug. | #Person1# and #Person2# are checking problems with the tape. | tape |
train_10326 | #Person1#: Good morning, can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to know something about the weather in Arizona in the coming week.
#Person1#: Well, it will be fairly hot and there will be much rain.
#Person2#: I see. Thanks very much for your help. | #Person2# tells #Person1# the weather in Arizona in the next week. | weather in Arizona |
train_10327 | #Person1#: Waiter, can we have the bill please?
#Person2#: Yes, madam. How will you pay for it, with cash or credit card, please?
#Person1#: With my Visa Card.
#Person2#: I'm awfully sorry, madam. But we only accept American Express and Master Card.
#Person1#: In that case, I'll pay with cash then.
#Person2#: Thank you... | #Person1# will pay with cash because #Person2# says they don't accept Visa Card. | bill |
train_10328 | #Person1#: Zhu, how do you like this coat?
#Person2#: Come on, George. Isn't that color too bright for me?
#Person1#: Then how about this one?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm afraid this color is too light. It easily gets dirty.
#Person1#: Well, well, Zhu, you're being a bit difficult.
#Person2#: What would you say if I buy this on... | George is helping Zhu to select a coat. They will ask the salesgirl for a larger size. | coat |
train_10329 | #Person1#: Why don't you sit down? Now, there are several questions I must ask, if you don't mind.
#Person2#: Not at all. Go ahead.
#Person1#: What is the purpose of your visit to the States?
#Person2#: I'm going to attend a conference on air pollution.
#Person1#: When and where is this conference being held?
#Person2#... | #Person1# is asking #Person2# some detailed questions about #Person2#'s visit to the States. #Person2# plans to leave in mid-January, will call to ask #Person1# the answer. | visit |
train_10330 | #Person1#: Please turn on the air conditioner. The temperature is 39C today.
#Person2#: All right. But I think it might be cooler outside at this time of the day. Many people are doing their morning exercises outdoors now.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: I suggest you do the same. | #Person1# wants to turn on the air conditioner, but #Person2# suggests #Person1# do exercises outdoors. | morning exercises |
train_10331 | #Person1#: Is there anything I could help you with, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, could you show me to your coat section?
#Person1#: This way, please.
#Person2#: Oh, These are exactly what I'm looking for.
#Person1#: These are French coats, sir. They are quite fashionable these days.
#Person2#: I'd like to try them on for ... | #Person2# likes the fashionable French coat that #Person1# shows him and will get it. | coat |
train_10332 | #Person1#: You wouldn't believe what happened to me today.
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: The teacher asked me to make a speech in English class and I wasn't prepared. He punished me by making me stand in front of the whole class. It was so embarrassing. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# was punished by the teacher. | so embarrassing |
train_10333 | #Person1#: Did you go to school today?
#Person2#: Yeah, I went to school today. Were you there?
#Person1#: No, I didn't go, I've been sick.
#Person2#: That sucks. Did you want the assignments from English class?
#Person1#: That would be nice, thank you.
#Person2#: No problem, you're welcome.
#Person1#: I will be ... | #Person2# gives #Person1# the assignments from the English class because #Person1# was absent due to illness. | school |
train_10334 | #Person1#: Hey Nachael, what's up? How is your day?
#Person2#: Not bad. We have had a big meeting today, remember?
#Person1#: Oh, yea. I forgot. So how did it go?
#Person2#: Pretty well. I think the boss liked my ideas.
#Person1#: Great, so what happens now?
#Person2#: Well, I have to write the proposal. I'm prett... | #Person1# asks Nachael how did the meeting go. Nachael says it was pretty well. | meeting |
train_10335 | #Person1#: That looks like an interesting book.
#Person2#: It is. It's got pictures of interesting building from all over the world, with brief descriptions of how they were build, their purpose, and so on.
#Person1#: There are the pyramids. It's easy to see how they got that name! they don't have smooth sides though... | #Person1# and #Person2# are reading an interesting book that contains pictures of interesting buildings from all over the world, with brief descriptions of how they were built, their purposes, and so on. They talk about the buildings on the book. | an interesting book |
train_10336 | #Person1#: Look, Harry! That policeman's waving to you. He wants you to stop.
#Person2#: Where do you think you are? On a race track? You must have been driving at seventy miles an hour.
#Person3#: I can't have been.
#Person2#: I was doing eighty when I overtook you. Didn't you see the speed limit?
#Person3#: I'm a... | Harry is stopped by a police officer because he's driving over the speed limit. The policeman warns him not to do it again. | driving |
train_10337 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Is this seat taken?
#Person2#: No, it's not taken. Did you just get on?
#Person1#: No, no. I just changed my seat. A man next to me was smoking and smoke really bothers me.
#Person2#: Let me help you with the suitcase.
#Person1#: Oh, thank you.
#Person2#: Do you want to sit by the window?
#Person1... | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# changed the seat because of the man smoking next to #Person1#. They introduce themselves to each other. | change a seat |
train_10338 | #Person1#: Jane, can we how to get to some of the banks within walking distance if we start from command center?
#Person2#: Sure. For the Royal Bank, you need to turn left. When you leave the centre go along Market Street, past the post office and turn left up Bridge Street. Past the Shawn Theater that you take the fir... | Jane is telling #Person1# how to go to the Royal Bank and the Nothern Bank from the command center within walking distance. | ask for direction |
train_10339 | #Person1#: Mary, this is Mike. Listen, Jerry and I wanted to go bowling tomorrow night, but we don't have a way to get there. If you drive, we'll pick up the tab for the bowling. How about it?
#Person2#: Well, it sounds like fun. But actually I've really got a lot of homework to do just now.
#Person1#: Oh, come on, Mar... | Mike is inviting Mary to go bowling and to drive them tomorrow night, but she refuses because she has got a lot of homework to do. | go bowling |
train_10340 | #Person1#: Jane, your new play is going on next week, are you anxious?
#Person2#: Well, I'm very pleased to have Malcolm Rush as a director. He doesn't care whether you're tired or not, he'll just continue pushing until every scene is simply perfect. You don't just learn the part. You live it, which takes away any fear... | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the new play. #Person2# tells #Person1# about Malcolm Rush who is quite strict. | a director |
train_10341 | #Person1#: What do you think of your new life in college?
#Person2#: Well, it is very nice. There are many clubs in the college, such as dancing clubs, painting clubs and football clubs.
#Person1#: Have you joined any clubs?
#Person2#: I have joined a chess club. You know, I am very fond of playing chess.
#Person1#: No... | #Person2# tells #Person1# that new life in college is nice. #Person2# has joined a chess club and thinks part-time jobs are time-wasting. | life in college |
train_10342 | #Person1#: Are you free on the weekend?
#Person2#: I haven't got any plans yet. Why?
#Person1#: There's an exhibition of Chinese paintings at the public library. Would you like to go with me?
#Person2#: I'd love to but when?
#Person1#: How about Saturday morning? It's cooler in the morning and may be less crowded.
#Per... | #Person2# will go to an exhibition of Chinese paintings with #Person2# at 2:00 pm Saturday. | exhibition |
train_10343 | #Person1#: Hello, mom.
#Person2#: Hello, Dan. Have you arrived in your office?
#Person1#: Yes, I have.
#Person2#: Are your shoes totally wet? The rain was so heavy when you went out for work.
#Person1#: Yes, but don't worry about it. I have bought a new pair of socks. They make me feel better.
#Person2#: I think you ne... | #Person2# will buy a pair of gray rain shoes for Dan. Dan asks #Person2# to go back home now because #Person2#'s legs will be painful in the wet weather. | rain shoes |
train_10344 | #Person1#: You look tired. Didn't you get enough sleep last night?
#Person2#: No, I had a bunch of friends over and we partied until midnight.
#Person1#: No wonder you look so bad.
#Person2#: I guess I just can't take late nights like I used to. My head is spinning.
#Person1#: I think you need to go home and take a res... | #Person2# partied until midnight so #Person2# is tired. #Person1# will give #Person2# a ride home. | stay up late |
train_10345 | #Person1#: This looks like a very nice house.
#Person2#: You know, I fell in love with this house the first moment I laid eyes on it.
#Person1#: The style of the exterior is just what I ' Ve been looking for!
#Person2#: The exterior is only half of the story. The interior is incredible.
#Person1#: This home is gorgeous... | #Person1# loves both the exterior and interior of the house very much, but #Person2# still suggests #Person1# look at the others before making a decision. | a nice house |
train_10346 | #Person1#: I was just watching a documentary on TV about how people use dogs for various purpose. It was very interesting.
#Person2#: I love dogs. They have been used as guards for centuries. Nowadays, they are often used to find illegal drugs and bombs by the police and customs officers.
#Person1#: The documentary als... | #Person1# and #Person2# think dogs and horses are very useful to human, and they find that both of them can ride a horse. | useful animals |
train_10347 | #Person1#: Hello, this is the admissions office. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Hi. I'm calling about your continuing education program.
#Person1#: What would you like to know?
#Person2#: I want to become certified in computer programming. Do you offer any part-time courses for adult further education?
#Person1#: Yes, we o... | #Person2# asks about the continuing education program for computer programming. #Person1# will email an information packet and the application forms to #Person2#. | continuing eduction program |
train_10348 | #Person1#: Now that you have learned Kung fu for a few months, what are your general impression of it?
#Person2#: I think, maybe, it takes a real Kung fu master to give a more fair assessment ; meanwhile, I am no more than a beginner. But I really doubt whether kung fu would be of any great help when it comes to defend... | #Person2# doubts Chinese Kung Fu's power to defend oneself in real life. #Person1# says people now apt to treat it as an art. #Person2# agrees. #Person1# recommends Jin Yong's works to #Person2# and #Person2# understands Kung Fu as a means of self-cultivation as well. | Chinese Kung Fu |
train_10349 | #Person1#: Hello, who's that speaking?
#Person2#: I am calling about the advertisement for a flat with a bedroom. Do you still have it now?
#Person1#: Yes, I do.
#Person2#: Is there any furniture in it?
#Person1#: Yes, it's fully furnished.
#Person2#: What's the rent for a year?
#Person1#: 15, 000 Yuan, including water... | #Person2# calls to check the availability of a flat. #Person1# says it's available and introduces the interior equipment, location, and price. #Person1# invites #Person2# to have a look before negotiating over the price. | renting a flat |
train_10350 | #Person1#: Can you give me a hand with some things in the kitchen? I don't think I can finish everything in time.
#Person2#: Ok, what do you want me to do?
#Person1#: First of all, I need you to do the drying up. I'm almost finished the washing up. I'm going to clean the cooker when I finish.
#Person2#: Ok. I'll put th... | #Person1# wants #Person2# to give #Person1# a hand with some things in the kitchen because #Person1# cannot finish everything in time alone. Though they just had some leftovers from yesterday, #Person2# thinks it was a good meal. | cleaning the kitchen |
train_10351 | #Person1#: Too. . . your face is really oily. . . perfect!
#Person2#: Why? Are you planning to stir-fry my face?
#Person1#: Nope. I'm going to tell your fortune. So. . . the oilier, the better.
#Person2#: You've gone bonkers, Jen.
#Person1#: It's facial paper, and it fits into the rings of my binder! It's magical.
#Per... | Jen tells #Person2#'s fortune by reading #Person2#'s face. #Person2# wonders how magical the facial paper is. | oily face |
train_10352 | #Person1#: This is a nice set of wheels. How much did the dealer charge you for this?
#Person2#: A lot. I probably got to moonlight for the rest of my life, but so what, it's worth it. Come on, get in. Let's take a drive.
#Person1#: Okay then, let's go fast! Whoa! This thing can really accelerate fast.
#Person2#: Check... | #Person1# and #Person2# are trying #Person2#'s new car and #Person2# shows how well the car can run and stop. #Person1# asks #Person2# to watch out. | new car |
train_10353 | #Person1#: Are the children all grown up now, Rose?
#Person2#: Oh, yes. Laura's the oldest. She's a computer programmer.
#Person1#: Oh, very interesting. And what about Rita? She was such a bright child, always reading.
#Person2#: She's a librarian at the public library.
#Person1#: Really? And Chris? She was a very pre... | Rose tells #Person1# about Rose's grown-up children, Laura, Rita, Chris, Larry, and Rocky. | grown-up children |
train_10354 | #Person1#: Hey, that's a very nice hairdo you're wearing!
#Person2#: Oh you're exaggerating. I'm never really good at making hairdo.
#Person1#: You did it yourself? Wow, you are good!
#Person2#: Thanks for saying so, but my husband thinks otherwise.
#Person1#: He's just got no idea of how good you are. | #Person1# appreciates the hairdo that #Person2# is wearing. | nice hairdo |
train_10355 | #Person1#: I'm so excited about Chinese New Year! When do I get to visit Grandma? Grandma makes the best dumplings in the world!
#Person2#: Ha ha, right. Sounds to me like you're more excited about the dumplings than seeing your Grandma.
#Person1#: Of course I miss Grandma, too. I bet she's gonna teach me how to play M... | #Person1# is excited about Chinese New Year and can't wait to see grandma and eat the dumplings. #Person1# is also looking forward to lighting firecrackers and watching the dragon dance and comes up with a plan for using #Person1#'s red envelop money. | Chinese New Year |
train_10356 | #Person1#: Your house is too small. Why not buy a big one.
#Person2#: I do wish I could afford one.
#Person1#: You can get a loan from the bank. You know LPF program provides low cost loans for participants home purchases.
#Person2#: Of course I know that. But don't you notice that the house price is skyrocketing? | #Person2# couldn't afford a bigger house, even if #Person2# had a loan. | house price |
train_10357 | #Person1#: Why are you walking to and fro in the room?
#Person2#: I'm worrying about the children. After all this is the first time they have been out without us.
#Person1#: Don't worry. They are grown-ups.
#Person2#: I know. But I couldn't help. | #Person2# couldn't help worrying about the children. #Person1# comforts #Person1#. | worrying about children |
train_10358 | #Person1#: So, is L. A. all it's cracked up to be?
#Person2#: Well, the stereotype in the movies is that L. A. is a frivolous town with a lot of flaky people. I guess, in the back of my mind, that's what I expected.
#Person1#: And, is it what you found?
#Person2#: Well, it is and it's not. The city of L. A. is much big... | #Person2# tells #Person1# the city of L.A. is much bigger and more diverse than #Person2#'s expectation based on movies. | L.A. |
train_10359 | #Person1#: Jimmy, I'd like to wear this robe for tonight cocktail party. What do you think of it?
#Person2#: Don't dress like that. You'll make fool yourself. You look stupid in that robe.
#Person1#: What? But it is my favorite piece of clothing.
#Person2#: Maybe it is. But it's out of fashion.
#Person1#: What am I goi... | Jimmy thinks #Person1# looks stupid in that robe and they will go downtown to pick up some fashionable clothes for #Person1#. | buying clothes |
train_10360 | #Person1#: Tom, you promised to cut the lung. You won't forget, will you?
#Person2#: No, I assure you.
#Person1#: And you'll repair the television, won't you?
#Person2#: Ok.
#Person1#: Do you promise?
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: And Tom, you will help Johnny with his homework, won't you?
#Person2#: I'll see. I wil... | #Person1# lists several things to ask Tom for his promises. | keep promises |
train_10361 | #Person1#: Hey. Why did you take that money? You are such a cheater! I should send you to jail!
#Person2#: I am not cheating. When you pass go, you collect $ 200, Everyone knows that!
#Person1#: Well you can't just take the money. You have to ask the bank for money. And I'm the banker.
#Person2#: Banker?
#Person1#: Yes... | #Person1# and #Person2# are playing a game. #Person1# thinks #Person2# should ask #Person1# for money instead of just taking it. | playing a game |
train_10362 | #Person1#: Hey, Jane. . . are you familiar with our company's insurance policies?
#Person2#: Umm. . . I think so. What's up?
#Person1#: I've never really paid attention to the fine print of our insurance policies. . . but it looks like I'm going to need to make a claim.
#Person2#: Really? Are you OK?
#Person1#: I have ... | #Person1# has a slipped disc in #Person1#'s lower back so #Person1# asks Jane about their company's insurance policies. Jane introduces the insurance system and tells #Person1# if #Person1#'s injury is workplace related, then it's completely covered. | company's insurance policies |
train_10363 | #Person1#: Finally the class is over. Be quick. Ben must have been waiting for long.
#Person2#: Oh, I am so tired. My back is sore and my neck hurts.
#Person1#: That's normal. You have been sitting for three hours, with your attention highly concentrated.
#Person2#: You are wrong, Shirley. I was always absent-minded in... | #Person2# is tired after class. #Person2# tells #Person1# one of #Person2#'s friends failed the Adult College Entrance Exam because of a silly mistake. #Person1# thinks they must familiarize themselves with the exam from now on. | college entrance examination |
train_10364 | #Person1#: I'm really fed up with Larry! He's the biggest airhead I've ever met. He always makes careless mistakes, and he's a pain to work with.
#Person2#: You shouldn't be so negative. You'll always have some co-workers that are harder to work with than others. But if you are negative and start name-calling in the of... | #Person1# complains to #Person2# that Larry is a pain to work with and always makes careless mistakes. #Person2# thinks that everyone has weaknesses and strengths. They agree that Bob is a great co-worker, though he lacks of experience. | co-worker |
train_10365 | #Person1#: Then I'll have to borrow it.
#Person2#: Sure you can. But I'm only gonna keep it for a month.
#Person1#: Why? It's in mint condition!
#Person2#: That's why I can profit from it!
#Person1#: You're going to re-sell it on eBay Taiwan?
#Person2#: You bet. eBay Taiwan doesn't have it! And bidding will start at tw... | #Person2# tells #Person1# that the item will only be kept for a month. Then #Person2# will re-sell it to profit. | re-selling |
train_10366 | #Person1#: Hi, John Phillips? I'm Rose Green. I'Ve been asked to handle your training and introduce a little bit of the company to you. It's nice to meet you.
#Person2#: It's nice to meet you, too, Ms. Green. This company seems so big right now ; I don't know how I'll ever get used to it.
#Person1#: After a week, you'l... | Rose Green will handle the training of John Phillips and introduce the company to him. | training the freshman |
train_10367 | #Person1#: Hi, you said that you might need some help with preparing dinner. What would you like me to do?
#Person2#: Thanks for coming over to help. I really appreciate it. First, could you peel the vegetables? I'Ve put them all in the sink and there is a peeler.
#Person1#: Ok, I'll peel the vegetables and you chop th... | #Person1# helps #Person2# to prepare the dinner by peeling the vegetables and frying the meat in a little oil. #Person2# gives #Person1# instructions and mixes #Person2#'s secret sauce. | preparing dinner |
train_10368 | #Person1#: Print shop. Seam speaking.
#Person2#: Hi, Sean. It's Mary in Mr. Emory's office. I placed an order for 1, 000 bound copies of a staff manual last week.
#Person1#: It usually takes 2 to 3 weeks to complete a job like that.
#Person2#: Well, I was hoping you would do me a big favor. That was supposed to be a ru... | Mary calls Sean to change her print order to a rush order. | print order |
train_10369 | #Person1#: We can't go that way, the road is blocked for the next few days.
#Person2#: Oh, that's right. They're filming a movie up there, aren't they?
#Person1#: Some high speed chase scene, I think.
#Person2#: I wonder how all the businesses in the area feel about that.
#Person1#: I think that they get a pretty good ... | Although the road is blocked for the next few days for movie filming, #Person1# and #Person2# think it's beneficial to the businesses around as they get free publicity. | blocking the road |
train_10370 | #Person1#: Can you tell me a little bit about yourself?
#Person2#: I am a graduate of a technical university and have been employed as a technician with Company # for approximately 10 years.
#Person1#: Please explain why you are interested in leaving your current position and please elaborate on your technical skills.
... | #Person1# asks #Person2# about #Person2#'s experience, reasons for leaving the current position, and plans for the future. | job interview |
train_10371 | #Person1#: Are you here to make a deposit Mr. Hayes?
#Person2#: No, Nancy, today I'm here to make a withdrawal. I made a formal request 7 days ago.
#Person1#: You want to withdraw on your Time Deposit, right?
#Person2#: That's correct. But before I do, I was wondering if you could give me some advice.
#Person1#: Of cou... | Mr. Hayes comes to make a withdrawal. #Person1# suggests withdrawing from his Current Account instead of Time Deposit, but Mr. Hayes can't do it. | making a withdrawal |
train_10372 | #Person1#: Are you ready to move?
#Person2#: Definitely. I Ve got the hell out of the company. Anything new?
#Person1#: Yes, but there is a chance that might be suitable for you.
#Person2#: Really? Are you willing to recommend me for the position?
#Person1#: I can't say, but let me make a call and see if I can help.
#P... | #Person1# will make a call to see if he can recommend #Person2# for a position. | recommendation |
train_10373 | #Person1#: Hi, I'd like two tickets to Providence, please.
#Person2#: Sure, what time will you like to depart?
#Person1#: What time does the next train leave?
#Person2#: Actually, one just left ten minutes ago. The next one is at two forty-five, debates at five thirty-five.
#Person1#: Ok, could you give me two tickets ... | #Person2# helps #Person1# buy two train tickets to Providence. | buying two tickets |
train_10374 | #Person1#: oh, the clothes here are so expensive! No wonder there are few people.
#Person2#: Beauty costs, dear! What do you think of this dress? Do you think it suits me?
#Person1#: yeah, it's lovely, but to be frank, it's not the most practical. You don't have many formal events in your calendar, do you?
#Person2#: c... | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person2# must think about the material, quality, and price, when buying clothes. However, when #Person1# sees the same shirt Britney wore in her concert, #Person1# immediately decides to take it, even though #Person1# is short of money. | buying clothes |
train_10375 | #Person1#: The mailboxes are right down there, and the laundry room with coin-operated washers and dryers is over there.
#Person2#: I see. Well, it's nothing spectacular, but it's pretty cheap for an apartment in a decent neighborhood. . . O. K. , I think I'll take it.
#Person1#: All right, do you want to sign a nine-m... | #Person1# introduces the equipment of the apartment to #Person2# and #Person2# will sign a nine-month lease. | renting an apartment |
train_10376 | #Person1#: Jenny, you're too lazy. You should do some exercise. See, you're getting fat.
#Person2#: Dad, it's raining outside.
#Person1#: That is your excuse.
#Person2#: All right, all right, I will go swimming with Peter this afternoon.
#Person1#: Not just today. Go exercise everyday! | Dad thinks Jenny is too lazy and should exercise every day. | doing exercise |
train_10377 | #Person1#: Hello?
#Person2#: Dad, it's me, Kristy.
#Person1#: Kristy! How are you?
#Person2#: I'm fine but still a little tired.
#Person1#: I can imagine. What's work like?
#Person2#: It's still too early to say. But I think it's going to be really good. It's a big company but everybody's been so kind and helpful.
#Per... | Kristy calls her Dad and tells him about her work and life in the big city. Her Dad hopes she'll enjoy herself there. | calling Dad |
train_10378 | #Person1#: You wanted to see me, Mr. Strunk?
#Person2#: Yes, Lorraine,I did. I'd like to talk to you for a moment. I'm very pleased with your work.
#Person1#: Thank you, Mr. Strunk. I like to do my best.
#Person2#: I've certainly noticed. You're a very good employee. All your assignments are finished in a timely manner... | Mr. Strunk appreciates Lorraine's work and is going to give her a raise. | job promotion |
train_10379 | #Person1#: Your chemistry examination is over, isn't it? Why do you still look so worried?
#Person2#: I don't know. It wasn't that the questions were too hard, or they were too many of them. But I'm still feeling uneasy because the exam didn't seem to have much to do with the course material. | #Person2# still worries about #Person2#'s chemistry examination even though it's over. | chemistry examination |
train_10380 | #Person1#: You'v been work here for nearly a month, how do you feel about the job?
#Person2#: Not bad. Thank you for your help. I am alawys busy with this job, I feel a bit tired.
#Person1#: I had the same feeling when I first came to work here. but after a period of time, I feel better, I am sure you 'll get used to... | #Person2# thanks #Person1# for #Person1#'s help at work. #Person2# thinks the work is busy and #Person2# has to work hard. | work feelings |
train_10381 | #Person1#: Welcome, how may I help you today?
#Person2#: I'm ask for a pizza, please.
#Person1#: Then you will be happy to here that today all our pizzas are on sale. Two for one.
#Person2#: You're right, that is great.
#Person1#: What size would you like?
#Person2#: Medium one will be perfect, thank you
#Person1... | #Person1# helps #Person2# order a medium-sized pizza with tuna on it. #Person2# will take it away. | ordering pizza |
train_10382 | #Person1#: what a nice uniform!
#Person2#: thanks; do you like it?
#Person1#: not really. I was being sarcastic. Does it come with the job?
#Person2#: yes, everyone on the sales floor has to wear one. They're supposed to make us look more professional.
#Person1#: they're not actually that bad. They could be worse. ... | #Person1# doesn't mind wearing salespersons' uniform and enjoys this new job. #Person1# finds Jane, a genius saleswoman, is #Person2#'s cousin and suggests going out together sometime. | working in sales |
train_10383 | #Person1#: Hi, Maggy, Did you hear about David?
#Person2#: About David, No, I didn't hear anything.
#Person1#: You know, about David and his new boss.
#Person2#: Sorry, I don't quite follow you.
#Person1#: Well, I hear David have been fired. ?
#Person2#: Oh, that is a shame. He is really hard working. | #Person1# tells Maggy that David has been fired by his new boss. | being fired |
train_10384 | #Person1#: The skirt looks beautiful. Can I try it on?
#Person2#: Of course.
#Person1#: Well, I think this one is a little too small. Would you please bring me a bigger one?
#Person2#: I am sorry the larger ones are out of stock now. But you might be lucky at our Branch. | #Person1# tries on a skirt and wants a bigger one, but it's sold out. | trying on skirt |
train_10385 | #Person1#: OK. Steven, you're looking at a picture. Please describe what you see!
#Person2#: Uh, I can see a red double decker bus. It's the kind of bus you'll see very often in London. In fact I know this bus is from London because I can see the names, Chelsea, Sloan Square, Victoria, Herring Cross. These are all are... | Steven sees a red double-decker bus and a girl looking bored in a picture. He recognizes the bus is from London and tells #Person1# he's British. | double-decker bus |
train_10386 | #Person1#: Do you know much about computers?
#Person2#: Not a great deal.
#Person1#: I've just been reading an article about them. They'll be used for all sorts of things now.
#Person2#: For accounting system and things like that, you mean?
#Person1#: Yes, but they are used for other things, too. Do you remember wh... | #Person1# tells #Person2# that computers will be used for all sorts of things and reminds #Person2# how they got their flight tickets with the help of a computer-connected machine. | computer usages |
train_10387 | #Person1#: Dear, can you drive me to the clinic?
#Person2#: I'm afraid I can't.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: Well, my car won't start. I don't know what's the matter with it.
#Person1#: Could it be the battery?
#Person2#: No, I don't think it could be. I checked the battery two days ago. It must be other problems.
... | #Person2#'s car is broken. #Person1# and #Person2# are looking for the reasons. | broken car |
train_10388 | #Person1#: Which color do you want our bedroom to be painted, blue or yellow?
#Person2#: Can I choose another color?
#Person1#: Sure. I haven't bought the paint yet.
#Person2#: Great. I'd like green then. I love green.
#Person1#: OK. So what color would you like for the sitting room?
#Person2#: I think just a simple wh... | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the color #Person2# wants #Person2#'s bedroom be painted. They will paint the room by themselves. | painting the room |
train_10389 | #Person1#: Mike was injured this morning, did he have a car accident?
#Person2#: No, what made you think so?
#Person1#: He started driving only a week ago, so I thought he might have had a car accident.
#Person2#: He got his driver's license 3 years ago, he is actually a skilled driver.
#Person1#: Then what happened to... | #Person1# asks #Person2# if Mike had a car accident and #Person2# explains that Mike was actually knocked over when playing basketball. | talking about Mike |
train_10390 | #Person1#: Do you know that the price of meat has gone up?
#Person2#: Yes, I do. That's why I buy some fish here. This shop usually sells high quality goods at a lower price.
#Person1#: Really? It's my first time to come here. I just want to buy some pork.
#Person2#: I like pork, too. If you like beef, you can come tom... | Because of the increasing meat price, #Person2# recommends this shop to #Person2# as it usually sells high quality goods at a lower price. #Person2#'s family have different eating habits. #Person1# suggests #Person2#'s son eat more vegetables. | eating meat |
train_10391 | #Person1#: Excuse me. How can I get to the bank? Bank of America, I mean. I don't know the way.
#Person2#: Well, go straight ahead till you see a supermarket. The bank is just on the other side of the street.
#Person1#: Is it far from here?
#Person2#: Let me see. Uh, it's 14 blocks away. Not very far, but not very clos... | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to go to the Bank of America. | showing the way |
train_10392 | #Person1#: Oh, there is nothing better than an ice cold glass of ice water on a hot day.
#Person2#: You know, cold water always gives me stomach aches.
#Person1#: Really? I've never had that problem, I've been drinking ice water since I was little.
#Person2#: Um. When I was a small boy my grandmother never let my mom g... | #Person1# likes drinking ice water, but cold water always gives #Person2# stomach aches | cold water |
train_10393 | #Person1#: I'm really bored at the moment.
#Person2#: Let's play a game. I'll describe someone and you try to guess who it is. OK, this man is tall and thin, he has blue eyes and curly brown hair.
#Person1#: Does he have a mustache or a beard?
#Person2#: Good question, yes, he has a mustache, but no beard.
#Person1#: S... | #Person1# and #Person2# are playing a game. One describes someone; the other has to guess who it is. #Person1# thinks appearance is more important than a person's character in this game. | playing a game |
train_10394 | #Person1#: Yes! I finally lost that last five pounds I've been working on forever!
#Person2#: How did you finally do it?
#Person1#: A friend suggested that I stop nibbling between meals.
#Person2#: Like snacking?
#Person1#: You know, a little piece of chocolate here, some chips on the side, candy now and then...
#Perso... | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# lost weight because #Person1# had some good snacks like fruits between meals. | Losing weight,eating habit |
train_10395 | #Person1#: Have you seen the new girl in school?
#Person2#: No, I haven't.
#Person1#: She's really pretty.
#Person2#: Describe her to me.
#Person1#: She's not too tall.
#Person2#: Well, how tall is she?
#Person1#: She's about 5 feet even.
#Person2#: What does she look like, though?
#Person1#: She has pretty light brown... | #Person1# is describing to #Person2# about a new girl in school who is pretty. | Gossip |
train_10396 | #Person1#: Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by your work?
#Person2#: Of course! It is the No. 1 stressor in my life. You know job stress has become a very common problem these days. So we must learn to cope with it.
#Person1#: Totally agree. What is your solution?
#Person2#: Well, there are two causes of job stress. O... | #Person1# asks #Person2# about job stress. Then #Person2# explains that two causes of job stress are employee characteristic and company condition, and provides some solutions to each cause. | Job stress |
train_10397 | #Person1#: Hello, this is Lucy from ABC Company. Is this Monica?
#Person2#: Yes, it is.
#Person1#: I am calling to inform you that we have arranged an interview for this accountant position at 2 PM this Thursday afternoon. Please come on time.
#Person2#: Ok, thank you. By the way, could you please tell me how I can get... | Lucy from ABC company is calling Monica to arrange an interview for an accountant position and she tells Monica the way to A community. | Interview schedule |
train_10398 | #Person1#: Are you ready?
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Who can tell us something about the author's life? Volunteer?
#Person2#: The author was a famous writer, and he was also a politician. He was born in 1911 and died in 1985.
#Person1#: Very good. Sit down, please. Susan, what's the general idea of the text?
#Person3#:... | #Person1# is teaching an English class of literature and is asking #Person2# and #Person3# to answer some questions about the author's life. | English class, literature |
train_10399 | #Person1#: I saw an interesting program on TV last night. It was about elderly people.
#Person2#: And what did the program say?
#Person1#: It said that people with a positive attitude 7 tend to live longer and happier.
#Person2#: I think that many physicians 8 now agree with that idea.
#Person1#: And the TV program als... | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# saw an interesting tv program about elderly people last night and it encouraged physical exercise. | Tv program, elderly people |
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