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train_3000 | #Person1#: Can I have a look at your international timetable?
#Person2#: Sorry. We don't have a printed one. Is there anything else I can do for you?
#Person1#: Yes. Do you have any direct flight to Tokyo?
#Person2#: Sorry, we don't. I don't think you can find any airline which offers a non-stop flight to Tokyo.
#Perso... | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the information on the direct flight to Tokyo and Paris. | ask for information |
train_3001 | #Person1#: This house is very nice for me, but I can't afford it in a lump sum.
#Person2#: Don't worry, you can pay in an installment, that is to say, you don't have to pay the whole amount of money at once.
#Person1#: That's good. Will you tell me the details?
#Person2#: Certainly, you need to pay a deposit at first, ... | #Person1# shows interest to afford a house in installments. Then #Person2# tells him details. | buy a house |
train_3002 | #Person1#: Wow, the ferris wheel over there is so big. I'd like to take a ride on it.
#Person2#: It is called Energy Collector.
#Person1#: Look at your right-hand. Is it the zone of the Lost Maya Kingdom?
#Person2#: Maybe. Oh, I see the Jungle Flying Train. I once rode it. It was very exciting.
#Person1#: I want to hav... | Daniel and #Person2# are in an amusement park and talk about the rides they want to try. | rides discussion |
train_3003 | #Person1#: How often do you service the pump?
#Person2#: We take very good care of this particular pump. It's a crucial part of our process. We clean it and flush it through at the end of every shift, We check the high pressure seals, recalibrate the gauges and lubricate all moving parts weekly. We replace the gaskets ... | #Person2# tells #Person1# how and how often they take care of a particular pump. | pump care introduction |
train_3004 | #Person1#: Please tell me how to file things according to the concerned rules.
#Person2#: Well, all right. There are four points you should keep in mind when you file documents, information and other things.
#Person1#: What are they?
#Person2#: They are, keep the documents in chronological order, remove all the chips a... | #Person2# introduces to #Person1# how to file things according to the concerned rules. | concerned rules introduction |
train_3005 | #Person1#: Is this our bus stop?
#Person2#: I think this is it. Get off.
#Person1#: Dude, where are we at?
#Person2#: I have no idea.
#Person1#: I thought this was the right stop.
#Person2#: It doesn't look right to me.
#Person1#: Did you make us get off early?
#Person2#: I think we did.
#Person1#: I should not have li... | #Person2# makes #Person1# and #Person2# get off the bus early. #Person1# blames #Person2#. | blame |
train_3006 | #Person1#: Look! It is not working well. Did you try out the bike when you bought it.
#Person2#: No, there's no need. We can change it within two days if it's not damaged.
#Person1#: But it would save a lot of trouble if you had taken it for a test ride.
#Person2#: I know. I will pay attention to such a thing next time... | #Person1# blames #Person2# for not checking the bike when buying it. | blame |
train_3007 | #Person1#: May I speak to Mr. Li?
#Person2#: Which Li, ma'am? There are two Lis here.
#Person1#: Oh? Mr. Li, head of the Export Section.
#Person2#: Oh, the chief? That's Mr. Michael Li, then.
#Person1#: Is that right?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, but Mr. Li's gone on a trip.
#Person1#: I see. When will he return?
#Person2#: H... | Mrs. Dorothy calls to speak to Mr. Li, who isn't in.
#Person2# will tell Mr. Li Mrs. Dorothy has called. | social |
train_3008 | #Person1#: Good morning, Mrs. Adams. How are you today?
#Person2#: Oh, not very well. I've caught a bad cold.
#Person1#: Have you got a temperature?
#Person2#: Yes, I've got a fever.
#Person1#: Are you coughing?
#Person2#: Yes, especially at night. It's quite bad then. And 1 can't go to sleep.
#Person1#: Oh, I see. I c... | Mrs. Adams is not feeling well. #Person1# asks for some information and gives her a prescription. | see a doctor |
train_3009 | #Person1#: Hi, Dave. Nice of you to take the trouble to get here. Come in.
#Person2#: Wow. Looks as if the party is going strong.
#Person1#: Yeah. And they're eating all my food. Oh, I'd like you to meet my sister, Carol. She's visiting for the weekend.
#Person2#: Oh. Which one is she?
#Person1#: She's sitting on the s... | Dave comes to #Person1#'s party. #Person1# introduces #Person1#'s sister and ballet teacher to #Person2# and wants him to meet them. | social meeting |
train_3010 | #Person1#: Is there anything else that you would like to buy?
#Person2#: No, thank you. I guess that's it. By the way, in case there's a flaw in this CD player. Can I return it?
#Person1#: Yes. But you must return it within 30 days.
#Person2#: Is there a charge for that?I know other stores have a restocking fee.
#Perso... | #Person2# bought a CD player and asks #Person1# for the information about refund. | ask for information |
train_3011 | #Person1#: I can't decide whether to go to university or get a job. What's your opinion?
#Person2#: Well, if I were you, I would go on studying.
#Person1#: But I don't even know what to study.
#Person2#: I advise you to major in economics.
#Person1#: That's what my parents want me to do.
#Person2#: You should take thei... | #Person1# asks #Person2# whether #Person1# should go to university or get a job. #Person2# suggests going on the study. | dilemma discussion |
train_3012 | #Person1#: Dad, Dad, Dad!
#Person2#: Uh, what, what, uh, uh!?!?
#Person1#: The movie is over. You slept through the best part.
#Person2#: Ah, ah, I must have dozed off during the last few minutes.
#Person1#: Right. You were gone for so long you should have brought your pillow and blanket. So, what did you think about i... | #Person1#'s dad thinks the movie is disappointing as the story is a little bizarre while #Person1# thinks it is fantastic because the special effects are awesome and the acting isn't bad either. | movie discussion |
train_3013 | #Person1#: Well, the main activities in the region were historically steel and paper processing, I think.
#Person2#: Yes, but I'm not quite sure about the status of those industries now. Could you tell us something about that?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. In fact, they are less significant, but steel-related manufacturin... | #Person2# interrupts Victoria and asks about the status of steel and paper processing and geographical problems. Victoria explains them to #Person2# and then goes on. | class interaction |
train_3014 | #Person1#: Annie, what is troubling you? You look unhappy.
#Person2#: A man is pursuing me. He was my schoolmate in college, and he has been carrying a torch for me for three years.
#Person1#: Do you like him?
#Person2#: Yes, I do like him.
#Person1#: Then why are you hesitating?
#Person2#: You know that I have ha... | Annie tells #Person1# her worries about relationships. #Person1# encourages Annie to start a new relationship. | relationship predicaments |
train_3015 | #Person1#: Hi, Mary, I didn't see you at work this morning. Are you all right?
#Person2#: Oh, I feel miserable. I've got a bad cold, My head is dizzy and my nose is running.
#Person1#: Oh, I'm so sorry to hear that. Have you seen a doctor or taken any medicines?
#Person2#: As a matter of fact I have, The doctor said... | #Person1# comes to see Mary, who got a bad cold and offers to bring Mary books and magazines when she asks. | social greeting talk |
train_3016 | #Person1#: Would you like to order now?
#Person2#: Yes, can you recommend some steak?
#Person1#: Sure. I think pepper steak is quite good. Many guests like it very much.
#Person2#: OK I will try it. Do you have a small portion? I am afraid I can't finish the large one.
#Person1#: Yes madam. I will give you the smal... | #Person1# recommends pepper steak and #Person2# orders a small portion. | ordering food |
train_3017 | #Person1#: Ms. Green, are the schools more or less similar everywhere throughout the United States, or do they differ in various sections?
#Person2#: The system of public schools is fairly uniform everywhere throughout the United States.
#Person1#: Do most students in the United States attend private schools or publi... | #Person1# asks Ms.Green several questions about the schools throughout the United States, and Ms.Green answers these questions in detail. | US school discussion |
train_3018 | #Person1#: Good morning. Is this where I can get a library card issued to me?
#Person2#: No problem, we have a short form right here; just hand it to me when you are done.
#Person1#: I'm done.
#Person2#: That looks great, but I will also need your driver's license or other form of I. D.
#Person1#: Sure, here it is.... | #Person2# helps #Person1# get a library card and tells #Person1# how to use it. | get library cards |
train_3019 | #Person1#: You're a wonderful person, Kathleen.
#Person2#: So you are.
#Person1#: And I'm so honored that you would want to be with me because you would never be with anyone who wasn't truly worthy.
#Person2#: I feel exactly the same way with you.
#Person1#: Don't, don't, don't, don't say that. That, that makes it ... | #Person1# and Kathleen are discussing their feelings for each other. | relationship discussion |
train_3020 | #Person1#: I really need to go shopping.
#Person2#: What do you need to buy?
#Person1#: I need to look for a new bedroom set.
#Person2#: Where are you going to go look for one?
#Person1#: I have absolutely no idea.
#Person2#: You don't know where you want to look for one?
#Person1#: No, I'm not sure where they se... | #Person1# wants a bedroom set but doesn't know where to buy. #Person2# recommends #Person1# to buy from IKEA. | shopping |
train_3021 | #Person1#: Did you remember to bring back that software I lent to you?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm sorry. It completely slipped my mind.
#Person1#: That's ok. If you could just bring it in tomorrow, I would appreciate it.
#Person2#: Definitely, I'm really sorry. | #Person2# doesn't bring back #Person1#'s software and will bring it tomorrow. | social talk |
train_3022 | #Person1#: What happened to you yesterday?
#Person2#: Oh I fell over on the way to work.
#Person1#: Oh I see. So that's why you didn't come in?
#Person2#: Yes and I broke my phone too so I couldn't call you.
#Person1#: Oh dear, that sounds terrible.
#Person2#: It was! But the worst thing was I tore my best shirt. ... | #Person2# says he didn't come in because he fell over yesterday. #Person1# comforts #Person2#. | social greeting talk |
train_3023 | #Person1#: Hi, Monica, how is everything going?
#Person2#: Everything goes well, but I am thinking about quitting my current job.
#Person1#: Why? You're not satisfied with your job anymore?
#Person2#: I just sense. But I cannot grow anymore. My boss is not really supporting me. I am interested in some positions in ot... | Monica tells #Person1# she is planning to quit her job and gives some reasons. | resignation discussion |
train_3024 | #Person1#: I'm so bored. I don't know what I'm going to do today and it is only 10 in the morning.
#Person2#: Me too. Do you think we're boring people?
#Person1#: I don't think we are boring and it's just that we don't have any hobbies.
#Person2#: That's right. What do you think I should do as a hobby?
#Person1#: That ... | #Person1# and #Person2# feel bored and decide to find a hobby. | social casual talk |
train_3025 | #Person1#: Where on earth is it, John? I hope we're going the right way.
#Person2#: Uhm, judging by the traffic, I think we are near the heart of the downtown area.
#Person1#: Oh, no, we should be heading for the village. Did I make a wrong turn?
#Person2#: I'm not sure. But I guess that you turned right when you shoul... | #Person1# drives in the wrong direction and feels anxious. #Person2# comforts #Person1# and suggests asking someone. | get lost |
train_3026 | #Person1#: Well, Jenny, the school year is almost over. We just have 2 more weeks before exams. What do you plan to do this summer?
#Person2#: I'm going to teach English to some immigrants in the universities community service program.
#Person1#: That sounds interesting, don't you need to speak a foreign language for a... | #Person1# asks Jenny about her summer plan. Jenny tells #Person1# she's going to teach English to some immigrants and how she will teach. | summer plan |
train_3027 | #Person1#: Hey, Jim. It's time to wake up and get out of bed.
#Person2#: Do I have to get up now?
#Person1#: You'd better get up, or you'll be late.
#Person2#: What're you talking about? My alarm even hasn't gone off yet.
#Person1#: Yes, it did. It went off thirty minutes ago. You slept right through it. You're like a ... | #Person1# asks Jim to get out of bed. Jim wants to sleep five more minutes. #Person1# educates Jim. | get up |
train_3028 | #Person1#: How's your new car?
#Person2#: Perfect! Couldn't be better.
#Person1#: You made a good choice, then?
#Person2#: It's just what I want.
#Person1#: No regrets?
#Person2#: I am really pleased with it.
#Person1#: I am glad you are happy.
#Person2#: It's super. | #Person1# is glad #Person2# is pleased with the new car. | new car |
train_3029 | #Person1#: The ATM machine outside won't give me back my card.
#Person2#: Let's go take a look at it. Do you have your ID with you?
#Person1#: Yes, here it is.
#Person2#: Okay, I see the problem. You forgot your code, didn't you?
#Person1#: How did you know?
#Person2#: The machine gives you three attempts to enter the ... | #Person1# enters wrong passwords three times and the ATM confiscates the card. #Person2# needs to get it inside the bank. | confiscate bank card |
train_3030 | #Person1#: I am sorry to trouble you again, Mr. Stone.
#Person2#: It's ok. What do you want to ask?
#Person1#: Where should I go after I arrived at the university?
#Person2#: The first place you should go is the International Center.
#Person1#: Why?
#Person2#: You can get help there in dealing with the United States Im... | Mr. Stone tells #Person1# to go to the International Center after arriving at the university where foreign student advisers discuss personal concerns, housing, adjustment, finances. It provides a variety of student services and center staffs also help to organize social activities. | university's international center |
train_3031 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Good morning. I want to buy a lipstick for my wife because it is her birthday today.
#Person1#: Do you know what color your wife often wears?
#Person2#: Light pink.
#Person1#: Would you like this color or other colors?
#Person2#: I'd like her to have a change.
#P... | #Person1# assists #Person2# to buy a lipstick for #Person2#'s wife's birthday. #Person2# takes the waterproof, plum red one. | buy a lipstick |
train_3032 | #Person1#: Miss, where do you want to go?
#Person2#: Could you drop me off at the airport?
#Person1#: No problem.
#Person2#: Do I need to pay any extra change for my suitcases?
#Person1#: Yes, you are changed 50 cents a piece.
#Person2#: All right. | #Person1# takes #Person2# to the airport and charges for suitcases. | go to airport |
train_3033 | #Person1#: Wow, Amy, look at that number.
#Person2#: What's so great about it?
#Person1#: What do you mean? It's a scrim.
#Person2#: Not to me, I wouldn't be caught dead in that.
#Person1#: I love that kind of stuff.
#Person2#: Yeah, you seem to like those styles.
#Person1#: Sure do. I get a kick out of looking punk.
#... | #Person1# trashed the party outfit so #Person1# needs a replacement. Amy jokes that she is broke. They then go to see the outfit. | buy outfit |
train_3034 | #Person1#: Do you have any questions before you commit yourself to this?
#Person2#: Actually, yes I do. I was wondering about the subscription fee. And how much will you charge me during the time of redeeming this new fund?
#Person1#: The subscription fee is charged at a rate of 1. 2 %. But for redeeming, a rate of a u... | #Person1# tells #Person2# about the rules on subscription fee, redeeming fee, and mistiming fee before the commitment. | charging rules |
train_3035 | #Person1#: I plan to add an introductory letter behind the resume to increase the probabilities of success in the interview.
#Person2#: That's a good idea. Do you know how to write an introductory letter?
#Person1#: I'm not sure of that. Do you know?
#Person2#: I just know a little. First you need to include your basic... | #Person1# plans to add an introductory letter behind the resume. #Person2# suggests in the letter #Person1# should include basic information and strengths related to work to let employers know #Person1# well. | introductory letter |
train_3036 | #Person1#: Yeah, I'Ve just moved here, and I'd like to activate my cell phone, and I'm not sure if I should go with a prepaid plan, or a monthly rate plan.
#Person2#: I see. Well, can I have a look at your phone? Unfortunately, this phone can't be used in the US, it's not compatible with our 3G network.
#Person1#: What... | #Person1# wants to activate #Person1#'s phone. #Person2# thinks this phone can't be used in America and introduces a three-year Mega Value forty dollar plan with a free Blackberry Curve. #Person1# feels surprised at how favorable the plan is. | cellphone promotion |
train_3037 | #Person1#: What's the date today Mr. Brown? I don't have a calendar.
#Person2#: Today is Tuesday, 25th September, 2001.
#Person1#: 25th Sep? Oh, I have an appointment tonight.
#Person2#: What time is your appointment?
#Person1#: It is at 8 o'clock.
#Person2#: What time is now? Do you have the correct time?
#Person1#: I... | Brown tells #Person1# it's 25th Sep. #Person1# has an appointment at 8 and it's 6 now, #Person1# has to go. | ask the time |
train_3038 | #Person1#: The art critic from the daily chronicle doesn't think much of the max oreo exhibition. He says that the artwork is uninspiring and old fashioned.
#Person2#: Really? I thought the exhibition showed that he had real talent. What did you think of it?
#Person1#: I liked it. I didn't think his works were masterpi... | #Person1# and #Person2# like max oreo exhibition but the art critic from daily chronicle criticizes it. #Person1# likes landscapes and still life while #Person2# prefers abstract paintings. They both collect artworks. #Person2# bought some artistic calligraphy in China and it shows the artist's character. | talk about art |
train_3039 | #Person1#: Do you mind if I ask you a question?
#Person2#: No, not at all. Go ahead.
#Person1#: What do you do in order to improve your English?
#Person2#: I go to movies ; I go to lectures ; I listen to the radio ; I do lots of things. Most importantly, I practice every chance I get.
#Person1#: It's a good idea to hav... | #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s English learning. #Person2# goes to movies and lectures, listens to radios to improve listening comprehension, and practices by every chance. | learn English |
train_3040 | #Person1#: Hey Mike. What are you doing?
#Person2#: Nothing much. What are you up to?
#Person1#: I was just concerned about Sam. He hasn't been himself lately.
#Person2#: He took the civil service exam and failed.
#Person1#: That sucks. He must feel depressed.
#Person2#: Yeah. He's been sitting in his room everyday for... | Sam failed in the civil service exam and feels depressed. Mike already talked to Sam several times and #Person1# will call Sam. | comfort friend |
train_3041 | #Person1#: What kind of jobs are becoming popular in your country?
#Person2#: As in many countries, there's been a big growth in anything related to computers. Young people are attracted to that field in particular. There's also been a big growth in education.
#Person1#: There's been a growth in that field in my countr... | There is growth in computers and education in #Person1#'s and #Person2#'s countries. In #Person2#'s country, people usually study business-related things, and service and hi-tech sectors are expanding. #Person1# thinks the leisure industry will become popular and younger people are not interested in traditional fields. | work and industry |
train_3042 | #Person1#: Where were you last night, at exactly nine twenty PM?
#Person2#: nine twenty pm, I couldn't say. I cann't remember.
#Person1#: Are you sure you cann't remember?
#Person2#: I've absolutely certain.
#Person1#: Were you in or out? Can you remember that?
#Person2#: I'm not quite positive. I think I went out at a... | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# went out at about 9:30pm and didn't see anyone come into the block flats. | investigation |
train_3043 | #Person1#: This is our first day of class. It's better for us to introduce ourselves to each other. Who would like to begin first? Any volunteers?
#Person2#: I'd like to introduce myself first.
#Person1#: Yes, please.
#Person2#: My name is Gavin White. I was born and raised in London. After high school, I went to Edinb... | #Person1# asks volunteers to introduce themselves. Born in London, Gavin graduated from Edinburgh University and studies for a master's degree here. | self-introduction |
train_3044 | #Person1#: I hear that you've been to the Saikei Ski Resort for the weekend. Did you enjoy it?
#Person2#: Yes, it's so exciting, though I had the most falls in our skiing team.
#Person1#: Isn't there any coach to teach you how to ski?
#Person2#: Of course there is. The top-level coaches there are from the State Sports ... | #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s weekend in Saikei Ski Resort. | skiing |
train_3045 | #Person1#: Now I know why I split up with Mike. We found we were simply not good for each other.
#Person2#: In what ways?
#Person1#: Well, he is a typical Sagittarius guy, while I am a Cancer. We aren't really compatible
#Person2#: Ha-ha, so you believe in astrology?
#Person1#: What's strange about that! As a person bo... | #Person1# thinks she broke up with Mike because they aren't compatible in astrology. #Person2# thinks judging people by astrology is wrong while #Person1# thinks her case matches the theory. | astrology and fact |
train_3046 | #Person1#: This is a nice place, but you need to get some furniture.
#Person2#: I had planned to. I can bring some from my place. And there's some more at my parents'.
#Person1#: Do you have a bed?
#Person2#: Of course, I have. There is one in my old house. And I have another one from college at my parents'house.
#Pers... | #Person2# will take furniture from #Person2#'s and #Person2#'s parents' places to the new house. #Person2# invites #Person1# to stay for the night but there's no hot water or gas. They go to a restaurant nearby. | a new house |
train_3047 | #Person1#: Darling, this dress is for you. I hope you like it.
#Person2#: Oh, very beautiful. Thank you, Steven, I like it very much.
#Person1#: Your birthday is coming, and I think this dress suits you. Why not try it now?
#Person2#: My birthday present? I can't help telling you that I am a happy woman, darling. I wil... | Steven bought a dress for his wife as a birthday present. #Person2# tries it and is happy that Steven knows her size and style. | dress for wife |
train_3048 | #Person1#: Can I be of any help?
#Person2#: I have a fifteen-day vacation and I want to have a trip to England. Is there any route that fits me well?
#Person1#: Yes, of course. How about this one? It's a new route.
#Person2#: That's wonderful. By the way, what kind of cabin will I have?
#Person1#: First class, sir. | #Person1# recommends #Person2# a route to England with a first-class cabin. | trip to England |
train_3049 | #Person1#: Hello! We'Ve been waiting for our lunch order for over an hour. Did you forget our order?
#Person2#: I'm sorry, sir. Could you tell me your name and order again, please? I'll check on the delay.
#Person1#: The name's Stanley Morris and the order was for two chef's salads.
#Person2#: Thank you, Mr. Morris. Pl... | Stanley's lunch order delayed for over an hour. #Person2# apologizes and checks on the order. | order delayed |
train_3050 | #Person1#: I really appreciate your driving me around.
#Person2#: It's no problem. I have time today, and I think it's important that you find a good place.
#Person1#: It would be hard for just me to do it. I don't know the city at all.
#Person2#: So what do you see in there?
#Person1#: This one sounds good. Efficiency... | #Person2# drives Larry around the new city. Larry wants an efficiency for $ 470 but can't afford it. Larry and #Person2# talk about a furnished downtown efficiency for $ 400 and another ad that two male grad students seeking a roommate. #Person2# thinks Larry as a foreigner can learn from them. They will call to make a... | choose apartments |
train_3051 | #Person1#: Shall we have some soup first?
#Person2#: No, thank you. I don't like soup. I'd rather have some fruit juice to start with.
#Person1#: Ok, and what about the main course? Which would you rather have, fish or meat?
#Person2#: Meat, I think.
#Person1#: Don't you like fish then?
#Person2#: I do, but I want meat... | #Person2# rejects all of #Person1#'s suggestions on the meal and disco. | different choices |
train_3052 | #Person1#: We'd like to rent a flat near the university.
#Person2#: Are you looking for somewhere for two people?
#Person1#: Yes, we are. Obviously, we'd like something as cheap as possible. We've heard that there are places for 80 to 100 pounds a month.
#Person2#: Yes, there are several place available in that price r... | #Person1# wants to rent a cheap and quiet flat with two bedrooms near the university. #Person2# shows a list and introduces two flats. #Person1# wants to have a look before making the decision. #Person2# can take #Person1# there after 15 or 20 minutes. | rent a flat |
train_3053 | #Person1#: Hi, I'd like to have my phone turned on, please.
#Person2#: At what address, sir?
#Person1#: 345 Lincoln Avenue. Oklahoma City.
#Person2#: O. K. Your name please?
#Person1#: John Smith.
#Person2#: One moment please. Very well, Mr. Smith. I need to ask you a few questions.
#Person1#: Very well.
#Person2#: The... | #Person2# requests a 15 minutes interview before turning John's phone on. John is busy now but will call back. | turn on phone |
train_3054 | #Person1#: Excuse me. I bought this just now and here's a receipt. I'm afraid I was short-changed. Could you look into it?
#Person2#: Oh, really? Just a moment. . . You paid with a ten-dollar note and I gave you. . . Oh, sorry, here's a five left. I'm terribly sorry. | #Person1# is short-changed five dollars by #Person2#. | short change |
train_3055 | #Person1#: How could we advertise our celebrations to mark the centenary of the founding of the university?
#Person2#: I'm sure we could get one or two tv companies to come in. Perhaps the president could invite them and do an interview.
#Person1#: That's a good idea. We could put up some posters in and around the camp... | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about advertising a celebration of the centenary of the university. They want to invite TV companies, put up posters, arrange for sponsorship, and use university websites and local newspapers to advertise. | advertise the celebration |
train_3056 | #Person1#: Ok, so where do you think we can save more money?
#Person2#: Well, we could eat in more. That 300 dollars for entertainment is mostly going to restaurants.
#Person1#: Yeah. That's a good idea and you like to cook. What about the books?
#Person2#: No, I need my books.
#Person1#: Come on. If we save more money... | #Person1# and #Person2# agree to save money by eating in more and spending less on #Person2#'s books and #Person1#'s shirt. | save money |
train_3057 | #Person1#: Now let me tell you your definite duties in this office and this is your desk. Please sit down.
#Person2#: I see. Thank you. Sir, what kind of duties will I do?
#Person1#: B, your main duty is to answer phone calls and transfer files to the person who wants them. Is that difficult?
#Person2#: It's easy. Is t... | #Person1# tells #Person2# about #Person2#'s duties to answer calls and transfer files. #Person1# asks #Person2# to change the appointment with Mr. Green to next week. | job duties |
train_3058 | #Person1#: Excuse me, but could you tell me how to get to the railway station?
#Person2#: Yes, you'll have to take a No. 45 bus.
#Person1#: Does the bus take me straight to the station?
#Person2#: Yes, when you get off the bus, you will find the station just in front of you.
#Person1#: Good, but where is the bus stop?
... | #Person2# tells #Person1# how to get to the railway station. | ask directions |
train_3059 | #Person1#: Oh dear, I gained these 10 pounds in the last 3 months, none of my clothes fit any more.
#Person2#: I wouldn't complain, you look much better. In fact, you can gain another 5 pounds and still look good. | #Person1# gained weight but #Person2# thinks #Person1# looks good. | gain weight |
train_3060 | #Person1#: Let me see now. Which train do I need to get on?
#Person2#: Excuse me. Do you need any help?
#Person1#: Yes, I want to go to Tokyo Tower, but I'm really lost. This is my first visit to Japan, so I have no idea on how to ride the trains.
#Person2#: First, you need to buy a ticket to your destination. [Um-HUH]... | #Person1# wants to go to Tokyo Tower. #Person2# tells #Person1# needs to take the Hibiya Subway Line and get off at Kamiyacho Station. | ask directions |
train_3061 | #Person1#: Shall I phone and tell your secretary you're not coming today?
#Person2#: Yes, please, dear. Tell her I've got a cold and have a headache, but hope to be back in a day or two. You'd better say I'm staying in bed.
#Person1#: But you are not in bed. Do you want me to tell a lie?
#Person2#: Oh, it's only a litt... | #Person2# is sick but still smokes and doesn't stay in bed. #Person2# wants #Person1# to lie to #Person2#'s secretary that #Person2# is staying in bed. #Person1# asks #Person2# to put #Person2#'s nose over boiling water and breathe deeply, which will do #Person2# good. | sick at home |
train_3062 | #Person1#: Your yard is always so beautiful, Cathy. You must have a gardener.
#Person2#: Oh, no. It would cost at least $50 a month to hire someone to do the work, so I do most of it myself. I enjoy taking care of the flowers, but I have to force myself to do the weeding and cut the grass. | #Person1# compliments Cathy's garden. Cathy tells #Person1# she does gardening herself. | gardening |
train_3063 | #Person1#: We're having a lovely time,Dad.
#Person2#: I'm sure there's a lot to do.
#Person1#: There is! We've been for a walk in Central Park. It's so big! Everything here is big. And we've climbed the Empire State Building. The view was fantastic. We haven't been to Greenwich Village yet, and we haven't been to China... | #Person2# tells #Person2#'s dad about #Person2#'s visit to Central Park, the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty. #Person2# is also going to Greenwich Village, Chinatown and Broadway. | visit places |
train_3064 | #Person1#: I hear John left his cat in your care while he's on vacation abroad. How are you getting along with it?
#Person2#: Well, it never comes when I call it. It spills its food and sheds all over the place. I can't wait till John gets back. | John left his naughty cat in #Person2#'s care. | cat |
train_3065 | #Person1#: Welcome to this idition of writers. Tonight we have Steven Das with us. Congratulations on your book. It's such a success.
#Person2#: Thank you.
#Person1#: This is your first time to that poetry? Did you ever try before? Did you ever take any classes in poetry?
#Person2#: Well. My only real experience was wr... | #Person1# interviews Steven Das. Steven wrote a successful poetry book. Steven is good at English writing and writes with concern. Steven feels hard to find perfect words to express. Steven will write more, maybe not poetry. | interview a writer |
train_3066 | #Person1#: Hello.
#Person2#: He, he.., hello? Uh, yeah. Is ... uh ... your dad home?
#Person1#: Just a minute please.
#Person3#: Hello.
#Person2#: Uh ... yeah ... uh hello? Yeah, um ... is ... uh ... Nick home please?
#Person3#: Oh, he can't come to the phone right now.
#Person2#: Okay, well, um, yeah, I need to talk t... | Johnson calls to find #Person3#'s dad Nick. #Person1# answers it and passes to #Person3#. Nick is not available now so Johnson leaves his number and asks #Person3# to tell Nick. | a call |
train_3067 | #Person1#: Hello. Is that Mr. Nelson? This is Linda speaking.
#Person2#: Hello, Miss Linda. What can I do for you?
#Person1#: I'm on my way to visit you now, but I've lost my way.
#Person2#: That's too bad. Where are you now, Miss Linda?
#Person1#: I don't know exactly. I think I'm somewhere on New Hampshire Street. I'... | Linda lost her way to visit Nelson so she calls to tell him she is in a bookstore. Nelson knows where Linda is and directs Linda to reach a six-storied apartment house. | direct the way |
train_3068 | #Person1#: Would you like a bag?
#Person2#: That's OK. I'll just throw them in my backpack. Say, do you have any advice on where I can get some Chinese ginseng?
#Person1#: Ginseng? You can get that at any Chinese herb store. I know a good one right near here--I can show you if you want.
#Person2#: If it's close to h... | #Person1# takes #Person2# to buy Chinese ginseng nearby. Uranda introduces Korean ginseng and Western ginseng and suggests #Person2# buy the red Korean ginseng. | buy ginseng |
train_3069 | #Person1#: . . . I knew it. I always knew you were a lesbian!
#Person2#: She's my roommate, not my date. [to Yi-jun] The D-man, as in dork.
#Person1#: Haha. Still got that great sense of humor, I see. Here's my card. I sell used cars. A car from us is a car you can trust!
#Person2#: Alrighty then. Didn't you use to ... | #Person1# thinks #Person2# is a lesbian. #Person2# explains she is not. #Person1# then introduces himself while #Person2# finds Sheryl. | lesbian and date |
train_3070 | #Person1#: Anyone home? Jen!
#Person2#: I'm in the kitchen. . . let yourself in!
#Person1#: Wow! You're really working up a storm!
#Person2#: I know. I've even worked up a sweat.
#Person1#: You look like a cooking show host--only messier. | #Person1# thinks Jen messes up the kitchen. | mess the kitchen |
train_3071 | #Person1#: What's the matter?
#Person2#: I've been having a lot of headaches recently.
#Person1#: How long have they been bothering you?
#Person2#: Since this past Monday. I hadn't slept well the night before and thought that was the reason, so I went to work as usual.
#Person1#: Did you take any medicine?
#Person2#: N... | #Person2# has been having headaches since last Monday but #Person2# worked as usual. #Person2# took medicine which didn't work. #Person1# examines #Person2#. | headache |
train_3072 | #Person1#: Tired again, Samantha.
#Person2#: Oh, sorry, James. I've had such a busy week and this morning was just. Uh...I woke up really early at 5:30 AM and then I couldn't get back to sleep. So I got up.
#Person1#: What? At 5:30 AM on a Saturday morning?
#Person2#: Yes, then I had a shower and went out to catch a bu... | Samantha tells James about her terrible morning. Samantha woke up at 5:30. The bus was late and it was raining. She waited until 10:00 outside the library and spent 2 hours but found nothing valuable. Then the returned bus broke down so she walked home until 2:00. | Tired morning |
train_3073 | #Person1#: Roy why do you look so happy today?
#Person2#: I was praised by my new boss today.
#Person1#: Really?
#Person2#: Yes, you know a couple of months ago there was a problem in my department. A new system meant that you had to sign in and out all the time. Many people didn't like this, because there was only one... | Roy feels happy for being praised by his boss. #Person1# reminds Roy not to act excited in the company. | praised by boss |
train_3074 | #Person1#: You know, we have to think of something we can do after school. My life basically consists of school, homework and school. It's getting to be quite boring.
#Person2#: Yeah, we really need to find an after school club for something.
#Person1#: But our school doesn't have any funny clubs.
#Person2#: Hey, we ca... | #Person1# and #Person2# think school life is boring. They want to find a sponsor to create their club. | create school club |
train_3075 | #Person1#: Professor Edward, could I have a talk with you about the oral presentation?
#Person2#: OK. Was there something about the requirements you didn't understand?
#Person1#: No. I just don't think I can do it.
#Person2#: You don't think you'll be ready in time?
#Person1#: I'm not here to ask for more time. In fact... | #Person1# feels nervous to do the oral presentation in front of people. #Person1# asks Professor Edward if #Person1# could write a paper instead. Edward thinks it's unfair and suggests #Person1# record the presentation and show it to the class. #Person1# agrees. | record presentation |
train_3076 | #Person1#: Hey Joe, what are you doing in this department store?
#Person2#: Hi, Rita, I'm just looking for a pair of shoes. I won't be here for long.
#Person1#: Why not? When I go shoe shopping, I have so many options for sneakers that I spend awhile looking at all of the choices.
#Person2#: That's my problem. I don't ... | Joe and Rita meet in the store. Joe has difficulty finding suitable shoes because of his big feet. Joe usually goes to certain stores with a large selection and chooses from the white pairs. | unusually big shoes |
train_3077 | #Person1#: Hello, I was wondering if I could talk with the apartment manager.
#Person2#: I am the apartment manager. How can I help you?
#Person1#: I was wondering if the apartment on Main Street is still available.
#Person2#: Yes, it's still vacant. Are you interested in seeing it?
#Person1#: Yes, I would love to see ... | #Person1# wants to see an apartment on Main Street. #Person2# suggests meeting at the apartment today at 6. #Person1# agrees. | apartment rent |
train_3078 | #Person1#: Hi, John.
#Person2#: Oh, hi, Mary, come on in. Any problem?
#Person1#: Oh, no problem.
#Person2#: Great. I forgot to ask you, though. How long did you want the place?
#Person1#: Six months.
#Person2#: Oh, well, that might be a problem. I usually only sign one year leases.
#Person1#: Well, one year would be f... | Mary wants a six-month lease but John only signs one-year leases. Mary eventually agrees to sign the one-year lease and she can move her stuff tomorrow. | house leasing |
train_3079 | #Person1#: Have you adapted to the lifestyle in China?
#Person2#: Yeah, almost. But there is one thing.
#Person1#: What?
#Person2#: I still wonder what privacy meant for Chinese people. I don't mean to say that there's no privacy in China, but...
#Person1#: What is it?
#Person2#: Some of my Chinese colleagues just shar... | #Person2# thinks #Person2# has adapted to life in China except for the part of privacy. #Person2# shares the experience that people share personal stories in a public office and read at others' newspapers. | privacy |
train_3080 | #Person1#: Welcome to our show! Today, I am going to show you how to make the perfect mouthwatering sandwich! Are you ready? Let's get started!
#Person2#: Let's start with the basics, bread. Bread is an important ingredient here. You need to remember one thing - choose the bread according to the following criteria, fre... | #Person2# and #Person1# show the audience how to make a sandwich. They give some tips such as putting fresh vegetables and grill aubergines, mushrooms, and asparagus slightly with a little touch of olive oil. They will teach how to make lasagna next time. | cooking |
train_3081 | #Person1#: How do you like you trip?
#Person2#: I have no idea. Maybe I want to take a boat down the river.
#Person1#: That's interesting. I will go with you.
#Person2#: Won't it be dangerous?
#Person1#: Don't worry. There are so many people. We will join the touring party.
#Person2#: That's better. | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the trip plan and they will go boating. | trip plan |
train_3082 | #Person1#: Mike, I can't catch up with our Chinese teacher very well.
#Person2#: I advise you to take an additional course in some Chinese schools.
#Person1#: What is that?
#Person2#: This kind of school is good at helping people to improve their Chinese.
#Person1#: Will they recommend me the class that suits me?
#Pers... | #Person1# can't catch up with #Person1#'s Chinese teacher. #Person2# suggests taking an additional course in some Chinese schools. | advice on Chinese |
train_3083 | #Person1#: So what are you doing for Thanksgiving?
#Person2#: Not much really. It's more of an American tradition, so back home we don't really celebrate it. In fact, I am not even sure of what exactly is being celebrated!
#Person1#: Well you know, it's a time to get together with all your family and be thankful for ev... | #Person1# asks about #Person2#'s plan for Thanksgiving but #Person2# doesn't celebrate it. Then #Person1# tells #Person2# the history of Thanksgiving and the way people celebrate it. #Person1# invites #Person2# to #Person1#'s house for Thanksgiving dinner. | Thanksgiving |
train_3084 | #Person1#: How come you're still up? Shouldn't you be asleep by now? Is there anything wrong?
#Person2#: I've been having a hard time sleeping lately.
#Person1#: As far as I know, insomnia is usually caused by stress. Are you stressed at all?
#Person2#: Well. Actually, not. I think it's because I just had a appendiciti... | #Person2# cannot sleep well because he had surgery and the wound hurts when #Person2# moves. #Person1# is shocked that #Person1# didn't know it at all. #Person2# explains #Person1# had acute appendicitis when #Person2# was at the university but #Person2#'s almost okay now. | advice on insomnia |
train_3085 | #Person1#: Did you see Victor on Wednesday, Wendy?
#Person2#: Yes. We went for a walk in the woods near the highway.
#Person1#: Wasn't it cold on Wednesday?
#Person2#: Yes. It was very cold and windy. We wore heavy wool sweaters and walked quickly to keep warm.
#Person1#: It's so nice and quiet in the woods.
#Person2#:... | #Person1# asks Wendy whether she saw Victor on Wednesday. Wendy tells #Person1# that she and Victor took a walk in the woods that day. | evening activity |
train_3086 | #Person1#: I found out when Jim's birthday is. It's this Friday.
#Person2#: Let's plan a surprise party for him!
#Person1#: Can you spread the word and ask everyone to bring some kind of snack food?
#Person2#: That's easy. Anything else?
#Person1#: Will you call his wife and let her know so that if she is available, sh... | #Person1# and #Person2# are planning a surprise party for Jim. They want to call Jim's wife for it. | birthday surprise |
train_3087 | #Person1#: Hi, Larry, how was your weekend?
#Person2#: Not bad. We had a get-together with friends from college. I haven't seen many of them since graduation. How about you?
#Person1#: Great. I hung out with Jo all day shopping, and the went out for dinner together.
#Person2#: Sounds a good weekend. You know it always ... | #Person1# and Larry share their weekend experience. #Person1# went shopping with Jo. Larry is amazed because of the close friendship between #Person1# and Jo who are so different. #Person1# thinks that having Jo as #Person1#'s friend is one of the best things in #Person1#'s life. | weekend plan |
train_3088 | #Person1#: What are you doing this weekend?
#Person2#: I am not sure. What are you doing?
#Person1#: I was thinking of maybe taking a drive to the beach.
#Person2#: That sounds like a great idea!
#Person1#: Would you be interested in joining me?
#Person2#: Sure, I would love to go with you. When would you be leaving?
#... | #Person1# invites #Person2# to the beach this weekend. #Person2# accepts. #Person1# suggests going to a music festival on the beach, which was a part of #Person2#'s plan. | weekend plan |
train_3089 | #Person1#: Would you like to go skiing with me? I heard the new ski area is great. They have safe tracks, especially for the beginners and provide free training. I think it suits you best.
#Person2#: Sounds not bad! You know, the only thing I worried about is the safety. I'm not an active exerciser and my muscle may be... | #Person1# invites #Person2# to a new ski area and suggests #Person2# take a three-day-long training camp. #Person2# will think about it. | skiing invitation |
train_3090 | #Person1#: Hello, let me introduce myself. I'm your new neighbor. My name is Andy.
#Person2#: Hi, Andy. I'm Judy. It's nice meeting you.
#Person1#: Nice meeting you, too.
#Person2#: Come over and visit when you have time.
#Person1#: Thanks for the invitation. I will! | Andy and Judy introduce themselves to each other. | greetings |
train_3091 | #Person1#: Thomas, would you be so kind as to lay the table for me? I'm busy in the kitchen.
#Person2#: Of course! Where are the things?
#Person1#: They're all here.
#Person2#: Right! I'll do it straight away.
#Person1#: Thanks a lot. I'm most grateful. | #Person1# asks Thomas to lay the table. | ask for help |
train_3092 | #Person1#: I absolutely love what you're wearing today.
#Person2#: You do? I just bought this outfit a couple days ago.
#Person1#: Seriously, it looks really nice on you. Where did you buy it from?
#Person2#: I bought it from the Macy's at the Santa Anita mall.
#Person1#: I really like that outfit.
#Person2#: Thanks. I... | #Person1# praises #Person2#'s outfit and #Person2# appreciates #Person1#'s new shoes. They share about the places they bought those stuff. | shopping |
train_3093 | #Person1#: Hello, Pineapple Computer Company. This is Janice Shaw, the secretary of Nova. May I ask who is calling?
#Person2#: Good morning. This is Dan. Could I speak to Nova?
#Person1#: I feel so sorry that Nova has gone on her business trip.
#Person2#: Really? When will she come back?
#Person1#: Maybe next weekend. ... | Dan calls to speak to Nova but Nova is unavailable. Janice will help to inform Nova that Dan intends to postpone their appointment and the file for the meeting needs to be retyped. | phone call |
train_3094 | #Person1#: Hey, John! What do you think are the main causes of war today?
#Person2#: It's hard to say! But it seems that a lot of wars nowadays are civil wars. People from different ethnic groups in the same country sometimes fight for power in that country.
#Person1#: Yeah, several of those civil wars have been going ... | John thinks a lot of wars nowadays are civil wars and cutting off the financial support of different ethnic groups will end the war. | war and punishment |
train_3095 | #Person1#: Hi, Mike. I am going to move on the first of next month.
#Person2#: Congratulations! So, have you started planning your move?
#Person1#: Yes, I am trying to find good movers now. Do you know any?
#Person2#: Not really.
#Person1#: What did you do for your last move?
#Person2#: Since I did not have much staff,... | #Person1# wants to find movers and asks Mike about his move. Mike will give some information to #Person1#. | move information |
train_3096 | #Person1#: I'll be glad when winter comes.
#Person2#: Why is that?
#Person1#: Because I love the snow.
#Person2#: Yes, the snow is fun.
#Person1#: Last year we made a big snowman.
#Person2#: How big was it?
#Person1#: It was seven feet tall.
#Person2#: How long did it take?
#Person1#: It took us all day.
#Person2#: Did... | #Person1# loves the snow and tells #Person2# #Person1#'s experience of making a snowman last winter. | winter |
train_3097 | #Person1#: I would like to take my vacation next month.
#Person2#: How long did you have in mind?
#Person1#: I would like to take my two weeks vacation time.
#Person2#: Seeing as next month is our slow season, that should not be a problem.
#Person1#: Great. I will make my reservations as necessary.
#Person2#: Just make... | #Person1# wants to take a vacation next month. #Person2# reminds #Person1# to turn in the necessary paperwork. | vacation preparation |
train_3098 | #Person1#: Diana, in your opinion, which is more important, IQ or EQ?
#Person2#: Why are you asking me the strange question, Jerry?
#Person1#: I watched the movie Forrest Gump last night. And the question just lined in my mind.
#Person2#: Well. I think IQ matters more. But it won't work without EQ.
#Person1#: Why? You ... | Jerry asks Diana to compare the degree of importance of IQ and EQ. Diana thinks IQ matters more but it won't work without EQ, while Jerry thinks EQ is independent of IQ and plays a prominent role in deciding the way we live our lives. | IQ or EQ |
train_3099 | #Person1#: Welcome to IBA. Do you need any assistance?
#Person2#: Yes, please. I'm hoping to get a mortgage from you and was wondering about your interest rates.
#Person1#: I see. We offer Personal Housing Loans, or mortgages, at a rate of 0. 42 % per month.
#Person2#: That's pretty much the same as I've been quoted at... | #Person2# wants to get a mortgage from IBA and wants to know the interest rates. #Person1# introduces some payment plans and will get their Mortgage Adviser for #Person2# to discuss details. | mortage |
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