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train_8400 | #Person1#: What's the matter with you, Jane? You look angry.
#Person2#: Oh, Henry, I had words with Jack just now.
#Person1#: Come to the point. Why did you argue?
#Person2#: When I asked him to clean up the bedroom, he didn't listen and left his dirty clothes everywhere.
#Person1#: So you lost your temper?
#Person2#: ... | Jane tells Henry that she argued with Jack because he left his dirty clothes everywhere. | argue |
train_8401 | #Person1#: Tom, please go to the door. I hear the Bell.
#Person2#: It's the mailman mother. Here's a letter from uncle George.
#Person1#: Give it to me. How wonderful! He is coming to visit us.
#Person2#: And when's he coming?
#Person1#: He's coming by car on the twenty-fourth. He staying from the twenty-fourth to the ... | Tom's mother tells him that uncle George is coming to visit them with aunt Cynthia and two girls on Saturday the twenty-fourth. So now they have to think about meals and many other things. | visit |
train_8402 | #Person1#: Can you hold my place in line? I need to step outside to see if my wife has arrived.
#Person2#: No problem, sir, but if I get to the front of the line and you haven't returned. I can't wait for you. You will simply lose your place.
#Person1#: That's fine. I just need to go out for a second and I can't buy th... | #Person1# asks #Person2# to hold the place in line because #Person1# needs to pick up #Person1#'s wife and let her decide what movie to see. | movie |
train_8403 | #Person1#: You don't look very happy, what's the matter?
#Person2#: It's my boss. He tells me to carry out the project, but then he changes his mind without any explanation.
#Person1#: That's bad. By the way, do you like your job?
#Person2#: Yes, I've worked very hard. I start at 7:00 o'clock in the morning and finish ... | #Person2# isn't happy because #Person2#'s boss changes mind about having #Person2# carry on the project. #Person1# suggests that #Person2# have a talk with #Person2#'s boss. | boss |
train_8404 | #Person1#: Good morning, sir. How can I help you?
#Person2#: I'd like to rent a car for the weekend.
#Person1#: Certainly. Do you have a reservation?
#Person2#: No, I'm afraid I don't.
#Person1#: Well, let me see. You're in luck, I have a few cars left. What size car would you like?
#Person2#: Let's see. We have four a... | #Person2# would like to rent a car for the weekend. #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# has got a Ford for $89 including tax with 800 kilometers free. | rent a car |
train_8405 | #Person1#: Doctors' office. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, my name is John Carver. I'd like to make an appointment to see Doctor Carter.
#Person1#: What seems to be the problem?
#Person2#: I guess I have a bad cold.
#Person1#: Do you feel lightheaded or have a fever?
#Person2#: No, neither. But my nose is off and runn... | #Person1# helps John Carver to make an appointment to see Doctor Carter tomorrow afternoon at 2:00. | make an appointment |
train_8406 | #Person1#: Are you a goal-oriented person?
#Person2#: Yes, I am. I always make a plan before I do anything.
#Person1#: Where do you want to be in 5 years?
#Person2#: I don't want to have a specific title. I just want to enjoy what I am doing.
#Person1#: That sounds very reasonable.
#Person2#: It's the most important th... | #Person2# tells #Person1# in an interview that he is goal-oriented and wants to enjoy the job in the company. Also, he wants to put what he learned into practice and works step by step. | goals in work |
train_8407 | #Person1#: The train is leaving. Hurry up! Which car are we in?
#Person2#: Let me see. Oh, No. 11.
#Person1#: Here we are, Car 11. Let's get in.
#Person2#: Seats No. 20 and 21. It ' s nice that we have got a window seat.
#Person1#: Let's put our suitcases on the rack.
#Person2#: Oh, the baggage rack is full. Put them u... | #Person1# and #Person2# get on train No. 11, find their seats and put their suitcases under the seat because the baggage rack is full. | the train |
train_8408 | #Person1#: I can't stand the stupid guy any longer. It ' s unbelievable!
#Person2#: Oh, my dear lady. Take it easy. You should forgive a green hand like him.
#Person1#: He does everything so mindlessly that he is going to drive me crazy.
#Person2#: I suggest you talk with him and teach him how to deal with the problems... | #Person1# tells #Person2# that she is angry about the stupid employee who takes everything carelessly. #Person2# suggests she treat the staff as friends and respect their works, but #Person1# worries about her majesty. | boss and staff |
train_8409 | #Person1#: My toothache started nearly a month ago. The pain's been keeping me awake. Would you please have a look?
#Person2#: Open your mouth, please. Which one?
#Person1#: The one right at the back.
#Person2#: I'm afraid we can ' t save that one. It will have to come out.
#Person1#: Will it hurt much?
#Person2#: I'll... | #Person1# has a toothache and the dentist extracts the bad tooth painlessly. The operation finishes in five minutes. | tooth extraction operation |
train_8410 | #Person1#: I'm looking for a good multivitamin. Can you recommend one?
#Person2#: Yes. Come with me to the vitamin section.
#Person1#: I knew there would be a few choices, but this selection is huge!
#Person2#: You're looking for a multi though, right?
#Person1#: That's right. Just a simple multi-vitamin that I can tak... | #Person1# needs a simple multi-vitamin and #Person2# recommends the suitable one for his age. | multi-vitamin |
train_8411 | #Person1#: I see Mike farmer has make it into the Olympic team. He beat the national record by 0. 1 of a second.
#Person2#: That ' s great. He ' s the best runner I ' Ve seen this season. I ' m sure he ' ll win a medal at the Olympics.
#Person1#: I think you ' re right. I think we have a very good athletics team. They ... | #Person1# speaks highly of Mike farmer for he has made it into the Olympics team. #Person2# believes their Olympics team will win many medals in swimming, cycling and ball sports, and #Person1# guesses a gold medal in the sailing. | the Olympics |
train_8412 | #Person1#: How many languages can you speak?
#Person2#: I can speak French and German.
#Person1#: How well can you speak them?
#Person2#: I can speak German quite well, but I can't speak French very well.
#Person1#: Can you help me to translate these sentences into German now?
#Person2#: No, but I'll be able to tomorro... | #Person2# can speak German well and will help #Person1# translate some sentences in the next day. | translate sentences |
train_8413 | #Person1#: Hi, I'm Ray, your tenant in Room 209.
#Person2#: Hi Ray. What's up?
#Person1#: There're some problems in my apartment. First, the faucet in the bathtub drips constantly.
#Person2#: Okay, I'll ask my plumber to come by and fix it today. What else can I help you?
#Person1#: One of the burners on the stove does... | Ray calls the landlord to report the breakdown of the faucet, the burners and the telephone. The landlord will send the plumber and electrician, but Ray should call the phone company to repair the telephone. | problems in apartment |
train_8414 | #Person1#: Oh, there is something wrong with my car.
#Person2#: Your car is rather old. Why not change a new one?
#Person1#: I want to change a new car. I like Honda best, especially the red one. But it is too expensive.
#Person2#: Oh, there is a car exhibition tomorrow afternoon. I have two tickets. Would you like to ... | #Person2# invites #Person1# to the car exhibition where #Person1# may find his favorite car besides Honda. | change a car |
train_8415 | #Person1#: Do you have any plan on your mind?
#Person2#: I want to see all places of renown in Suzhou.
#Person1#: How are we going there, by bike or by bus?
#Person2#: By bike, of course. You don't want to miss the beautiful scenery, do you? | #Person2# tells #Person1# that he wants to travel to Suzhou by bike. | travel plan |
train_8416 | #Person1#: Now the coals are just right. I can start grilling.
#Person2#: Here you go. I made up the burger patties for you.
#Person1#: Thanks. Smell the hickory chips? They give the meat a nice, smoky flavor.
#Person2#: I'll take over for a while to give you a break.
#Person1#: Sorry. This is a one-man job. I've got t... | #Person1# insists to grill the meat alone, and #Person2#'ll tell folks the food's ready. | grilling |
train_8417 | #Person1#: Do you still see the people we went to school with?
#Person2#: I did for a while, I suppose, until I left university, but after that not really.
#Person1#: Yeah, I've lost touch with most people as well, but I still see Rose occasionally.
#Person2#: Oh yes, how's she getting on?
#Person1#: OK, I suppose, but... | #Person1# tells #Person2# that #Person1# still sees Rose occasionally who got divorced from Peter. | old classmates |
train_8418 | #Person1#: Has Mien sold his house yet?
#Person2#: Yes, he has. He sold it last week.
#Person1#: Has he moved to his new house yet?
#Person2#: No, not yet. He's still here. He's going to move tomorrow.
#Person1#: When? Tomorrow morning?
#Person2#: No. Tomorrow afternoon. I'll miss him. He has always been a good neighbo... | Mien sold the house because of his wife and is going to leave tomorrow afternoon. Both Janey and #Person2# miss him. | neighbour |
train_8419 | #Person1#: Well, Peter, you have to do better than that next time, won't you?
#Person2#: Have I really got to do those exams again, Dad?
#Person1#: Of course, you have. You must try harder this time.
#Person2#: And must I go back to school?
#Person1#: No, you needn't do that. You'd better get a part-time job somewhere ... | Peter's dad asks Peter to try harder in the exams, get a part-time job and go to evening classes, although Peter wants to work full-time. | job and study |
train_8420 | #Person1#: You must be Mr. Sellers. I'm Steven. I am here to see the apartment you advertised.
#Person2#: Oh, nice to see you. The apartment is on the tenth floor. The previous tenant just moved out yesterday.
#Person1#: Could I have a look at it first?
#Person2#: Sure. Let me show you the way. Here we are. Apartment 1... | Mr. Sellers takes Steven around the apartment 1008 and introduces the living room dining room combination, the kitchen equipment, the bathroom, the walk-in closet, the central air conditioning and heating. Mr. Sellers asks for a rent deposit and Steven wants to see the lease. | the apartment |
train_8421 | #Person1#: Hello, is everything alright? Can I help?
#Person2#: I have a Promissory Note, but it's not called that. It's a Bill of Exchange.
#Person1#: Similar to a Promissory Note, yes. I can deal with that for you right here. The difference between a Promissory Note and a Bill of Exchange is that this product is tran... | #Person1# tells #Person2# the Bill of Exchange can involve different parties and transfer the product automatically. #Person1# tells #Person2# not to worry about it as long as #Person2# has all of the documentation. | Bill of Exchange |
train_8422 | #Person1#: What are you doing here? How about your resume now?
#Person2#: I still have no idea what to do now.
#Person1#: Don't act like this. Please have good thoughts in your mind. What's behind you?
#Person2#: I could not agree with you more. But I feel worried about what to do next as soon as I begin to write my re... | #Person2# has no idea how to write a resume. #Person1# suggests #Person2# find the templates online and find some helpful advice from some experts. | resume |
train_8423 | #Person1#: We are going to need confirmation on these orders today, and delivery must be made before next Tuesday. Do you think you can handle that?
#Person2#: We are willing to work with you, but do you think it would be possible to extend your confirmation deadline? We need to check the warehouse to make sure the pro... | #Person2# wants to extend the confirmation deadline of the orders, but #Person1# refuses because he has to go to press tomorrow. #Person2# argues that the cost will rise by about 10 % for they might hire three people to finish the checkout at an overtime rate. | the confirmation deadline |
train_8424 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Where are you going?
#Person2#: Oh, I'm a tourist. May I go inside and look around?
#Person1#: I'm afraid you can't today.
#Person2#: When can I go inside then?
#Person1#: Only on Saturday and Sunday from one to five p. m. | #Person1# tells a tourist that he is only allowed to go inside at weekends. | permition time |
train_8425 | #Person1#: I'd like to have internet on my computer.
#Person2#: Do you know what kind of internet you would like to get?
#Person1#: What are my options?
#Person2#: You can either get dial-up or DEL.
#Person1#: Which one would you recommend?
#Person2#: DEL is the best choice.
#Person1#: Why is DEL better?
#Person2#: It'... | #Person1# wants to have the internet on the computer, so #Person2# recommends DEL because it doesn't tie up the phone line. | internet on computer |
train_8426 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Good afternoon. My name is Monica. I am here for the job interview at 2 PM.
#Person1#: Ok, please first fill in the form and return it to me. You can do it in the next door.
#Person2#: Done. Here is my paper.
#Person1#: Everybody attention. I would like to make ... | Monica is attending a job interview. #Person1# asks her to finish the form, announces the first two parts and will tell her the 3rd round when Monica passes the first two. | job interview |
train_8427 | #Person1#: How are you, Mr. Wilson? I am Tina.
#Person2#: Glad to meet you, Mrs. Tina.
#Person1#: Please have a seat. I know our employment of forcer has already given you the information about your employee contract, but I'd like to go over the main details again before signing. First, you'll be getting a monthly sala... | Mr.Wilson describes the elementary information about the employment contract to Tina. He mentions monthly salary, one month paid vacation, medical plans, extended working hours and flex-time. | employment contract |
train_8428 | #Person1#: Can I help you, Sir?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to withdraw some money.
#Person1#: Fill in the slip, stating the exact amount you wish to withdraw, please.
#Person2#: OK. Here's my bank book, is that all right?
#Person1#: OK, do you want large notes or small ones?
#Person2#: In 50 Yuan or 100 Yuan would be fin... | #Person1# helps #Person2# withdraw some money in 50 yuan or 100 yuan. | withdraw money |
train_8429 | #Person1#: How are you, Mr. Zhang?
#Person2#: Very well, thank you. And you?
#Person1#: Fine, too, thanks. We met one year ago. We both took part in a party held by our company last year.
#Person2#: That's right. How nice to see you again.
#Person1#: Me too. How is your family?
#Person2#: they are doing well.
#Person1#... | Mr. Zhang and #Person1# greet each other for the first time since their meeting last year. | greet each other |
train_8430 | #Person1#: Daddy, do you mind helping me prepare the supplies for mountain climbing.
#Person2#: OK. I am coming.
#Person1#: Is it gonna to rain tomorrow?
#Person2#: I have checked the weather report. It says it will be cloudy, but no rain.
#Person1#: Just take my umbrella in case of rain.
#Person2#: Daniel, don't forge... | Daniel and his father will go mountain climbing. Daniel brings an umbrella, water and food. Also, he borrows his dad's compass and will buy a new pair of sneakers with dad. | preparation for climbing |
train_8431 | #Person1#: You look so excited. What happened?
#Person2#: You are not going to believe this. Do you remember the dress we saw at Mayors that was so beautiful and expensive? I got it today at half price.
#Person1#: So they have started the year end sale earlier this year.
#Person2#: How can you stay so calm? Aren't you ... | #Person2# is delighted to purchase the dress at half price. #Person1# will wait for a lower discount. | year-end sale |
train_8432 | #Person1#: Surely having a Granny about the place to give a hand with the housework can take a lot of pressure off a young wife, can't it?
#Person2#: Yes, I think this is true. But remember the old people themselves are often against the idea of going to live with a young family. You see, modern houses and flats are ve... | #Person2# states that the old are unwilling to live with the young and they should learn to take care of themselves. Also, he adds that the numbers of the young and the old are imbalanced, so the costs of nursing homes can be huge. | the old people |
train_8433 | #Person1#: Hi, James, do you think it's possible for us to have a talk sometime today?
#Person2#: I'd love to, Maggie. But you see, I've got a very very tight schedule today.
#Person1#: Oh, what have you got to do?
#Person2#: Well, I've got to finish a report by 10. Then I have to drive to the airport and pick up my bo... | James has a busy schedule today from 10 am to 5 pm. So he decides to meet Maggie tomorrow afternoon at the cafe. | busy schedule |
train_8434 | #Person1#: Excuse me. Have you been waiting long?
#Person2#: Twenty minutes already.
#Person1#: Did you notice whether the No. 7 bus has passed by?
#Person2#: Not while I've been standing here. I'm also waiting for the No. 7 bus myself.
#Person1#: Good. Hot today, isn't it?
#Person2#: Yes, it is. I wish that it would r... | #Person1# and #Person2# are waiting for the No. 7 bus which is late. They both believe that the hot weather is unusual in March. | No. 7 bus |
train_8435 | #Person1#: Hi, Dave. Good to see you could come a long way. Come in.
#Person2#: Wow. Looks like the party is at a high point.
#Person1#: Yeah. And they're eating all of my food. Oh, I'd like you to meet my sister, Carol. She's visiting on the weekend.
#Person2#: Oh. Which one is she?
#Person1#: She's sitting on the sof... | Dave comes to #Person1#'s party and is introduced to his sister Carol and his ballet teacher Bob. | party |
train_8436 | #Person1#: We could go to a ball game this evening or would you rather eat in a restaurant and then see a film?
#Person2#: To tell you the truth, I can't really go anywhere this evening, because I'm expecting an important phone call. | #Person2# is waiting for an important phone call and refuses #Person1#'s invitation. | an important call |
train_8437 | #Person1#: Hello, Betty. I've got your CV. Now, tell me a little about yourself. First, what language can you speak?
#Person2#: I can speak English, and of course French. And a little Japanese.
#Person1#: Can you use a computer and fax machine?
#Person2#: Sure, I can send faxes, e-mails and so on. I can work at the fro... | Betty is having an interview and the interviewer asks a lot of questions. Betty reveals that she can speak three languages, use electrical machines, swim, wait tables, continue the works on Sundays and get on well with people. | job interview |
train_8438 | #Person1#: Hello?
#Person2#: Hello. Is that Mr. Jackson?
#Person1#: Yes, it is.
#Person2#: Mr. Jackson. I am a reporter from the TV station at school. As far as I know, you are a very successful teacher and quite popular among the students, so I want to ask you some questions.
#Person1#: OK.
#Person2#: Do you often giv... | Mr. Jackson is in an interview and expresses some of his ideas about homework. He only assigns homework on weekdays because students need relaxation. He also plays football in his spare time. | school teacher |
train_8439 | #Person1#: This place is great. I'm surprised they have so much.
#Person2#: Yes, but it takes a while to find things. It's not organized as carefully as a regular store.
#Person1#: I never shopped in an outlet before. We don't have any in my hometown. Why do they call it an 'outlet'?
#Person2#: Sometimes a clothes c... | #Person2# tells #Person1# outlet reserves the overstock and faulty products from the clothes company, so it is a good chance to save money because most faulty clothes only have tiny mistakes. #Person1# decides to take advantage of the outlet's benefits and buys six sweatshirts for her family. | outlet |
train_8440 | #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?
#Per... | Mr. Brown tells #Person1# it is about 6 o'clock on September 25th and #Person1# can reach the appointment on time. | appointment |
train_8441 | #Person1#: Thank god you showed up when you did! He's insane! Do you think we should call the police?
#Person2#: Don't worry about it, I'll call my friend and have him take care of it. I can't believe he was stalking you all these years. What a nut job!
#Person1#: I know! Well. . . he said I'm not pregnant. I'm sorry... | Veronica is scared about the guy who stalks her for years and she asks Steven for help. Steven promises to stand by her side in his lifetime because he loves her very much. | love |
train_8442 | #Person1#: What?
#Person2#: What happened with that guy at the cafe?
#Person1#: nothing
#Person2#: But you're crazy about him?
#Person1#: Yes, I am.
#Person2#: Why don't you run off with him? What are you waiting for?
#Person1#: I don't actually know him.
#Person2#: Really?
#Person1#: I only know him through th... | #Person1# tells #Person2# that she loves the man but she doesn't know him because they met online. | net love |
train_8443 | #Person1#: Honey, why are you so angry? Can you tell me?
#Person2#: You don't love me, Roy.
#Person1#: Why do you say such words? I love you very much.
#Person2#: No, you used to be. But not now. You are in love with someone else. You are in love with my friend, Janet. You appreciate her very much. You think she is ... | Susan is suspicious that her boyfriend Roy has an affair with her friend Janet although he tells her he loves her very much. Also, Susan is envious about Janet's beauty and humor. | an affair |
train_8444 | #Person1#: How many cleaning ladies does your company hire?
#Person2#: We have two cleaning ladies. But both of them have received little education.
#Person1#: Most cleaning ladies are illiterate. But some of them do a very nice job.
#Person2#: But I actually dislike another lady. She is more capable and seems to ha... | #Person2# has two cleaning ladies in the company. #Person2# dislikes the one who always finger-points others. | cleaning ladies |
train_8445 | #Person1#: I didn't expect to see you at this hour. You must have goofed off again.
#Person2#: Goofed off? Maybe, but I'm not a clock-watcher. I finished doing what I should do and then knock off an hour earlier.
#Person1#: You'll be sorry if the boss finds it out. He may probably give you the bag.
#Person2#: I'm su... | #Person1# thinks #Person2# has goofed off while #Person2# argues #Person2# finishes the work in advance. | knock off earlier |
train_8446 | #Person1#: Hey, is your sister coming to dinner tonight?
#Person2#: No, she can make it tonight. She has to work late on Fridays.
#Person1#: Well, did you invite our neighbor Don?
#Person2#: Nope, he's out of town this week.
#Person1#: So does that mean it's just us for dinner?
#Person2#: Yeah. Is that a problem?
#Pers... | #Person2#'s sister and #Person2#'s neighbor Don can't come to dinner tonight, which makes #Person1# unhappy because he hopes to have some company. | have dinner together |
train_8447 | #Person1#: As you can see, I have a degree in finance and I also have 3 years of work experience at a major Wall Street firm.
#Person2#: Yes, but this is not exactly a finance job. It has more to do with marketing and advertising.
#Person1#: I see, is it possible that I am in the wrong office? I thought I was applying ... | #Person1# applies for a financial manager position but is in the wrong office. #Person2# will check the schedule. | the wrong position |
train_8448 | #Person1#: Alice, you are calling all the morning.
#Person2#: Because I have a wonderful idea.
#Person1#: You want to hold a grand party and you're inviting friends?
#Person2#: No, I want to buy a diamond necklace. But it's too expensive.
#Person1#: I don't know your meaning.
#Person2#: It's $12,000 and it's really lov... | Alice is calling #Person1# all the morning to share her idea that 12 different people buy the expensive diamond necklace together, so they can split the expenses and wear it in turns. | diamond necklace |
train_8449 | #Person1#: Thanks for shopping at Park-place Market. Is there anything I can help you find?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm planning a dinner party for 4 people at my restaurant.
#Person1#: I'll do my best to help you. What are you planning to make?
#Person2#: Vegetable soup.
#Person1#: Area 4 has all of our vegetables, spices and... | #Person2# is shopping in the market and collecting ingredients for the party. #Person1# directs him to the place to find vegetables, drinks, fruits and desserts. | shopping |
train_8450 | #Person1#: Mom, I'm hungry.
#Person2#: Look in the fridge.
#Person1#: I'm looking, there's nothing to eat, it's almost empty.
#Person2#: Are you sure? I went to the market yesterday.
#Person1#: I don't see anything.
#Person2#: I bought lots of oranges and apples.
#Person1#: I don't want fruit, I want something tasty.
#... | #Person1#'s mum let #Person1# grab some fruits in the fridge. But #Person1# wants to eat something tasty. | eat fruits |
train_8451 | #Person1#: Well, I'd like to think about the chair. I like it, but white gets dirty so quickly.
#Person2#: Oh, it washes very easily. A little soap and water will remove any spots.
#Person1#: Well.
#Person2#: Look! A few weeks ago, another customer called me up and ordered the second one for her father. She thought the... | #Person1# thinks the white chair might get dirty quickly but #Person2# tells #Person1# it washes easily. Since it is the last one, they have to make up their mind quickly. | purchase of chair |
train_8452 | #Person1#: Hello, Mr.Hudson. This is Rose speaking. I'm calling to see if I can give you my research report this afternoon. It's due today.
#Person2#: Certainly. You can either drop it off at my class or bring it to my office.
#Person1#: Would it be alright for me to come by your office at 5:00 o'clock? I couldn't poss... | Rose will hand in the research report to Mr.Hudson at 5 this afternoon who is not available at that time. So Rose will leave it to his secretary. | research report |
train_8453 | #Person1#: Bob, I'm sure you know about secondhand smoke.
#Person2#: Of course, I do.
#Person1#: But have you heard about thirdhand smoke?
#Person2#: Third hand smoke? I'm afraid not. What is it then?
#Person1#: Well, it's here in today's paper. Parents may think they are protecting children from secondhand smoke when ... | #Person1# describes to Bob the definition of thirdhand smoke. Dangerous matters will get into hair and clothing when people smoke, so parents should quit smoking. | thirdhand smoke |
train_8454 | #Person1#: Thanks a lot for coming again.
#Person2#: Tell me what happened this time? Is it the keyboard again or the mouse?
#Person1#: Well, the keyboard is ok now, and the mouse is working well, too, even though you suggested that I get a new one last time. Actually the problem is when I was working this morning, the... | #Person1# calls #Person2# to check the problems of the computer. The screen suddenly went black, so #Person2# guesses the overheating is the cause of the problem. #Person1# lost all the files and he learns to save them at any time. | breakdown of computer |
train_8455 | #Person1#: Passport, please, madam.
#Person2#: Just a minute, please. It's in my bag. Here it is.
#Person1#: Thank you. Please fill out the Baggage Declaration Form.
#Person2#: All right. Shall I enter all my belongings?
#Person1#: No, only the articles listed on the Declaration. | #Person1# asks #Person2# to fill out the Baggage Declaration Form. | out of customs |
train_8456 | #Person1#: This is Dunlin. Is this Mrs. Smith speaking?
#Person2#: Yes, what can I do for you?
#Person1#: I just want to call and say thank you for letting me interview yesterday.
#Person2#: You are welcome, Mr. Sun.
#Person1#: And I also want to know what the status is of the position.
#Person2#: Sorry, we haven't mad... | Dunlin calls Mrs. Smith to ask about the status of the position. Mrs. Smith will inform Dunlin once the decision is made. | a call |
train_8457 | #Person1#: What kind of character do you think you have?
#Person2#: Generally speaking, l am an open-minded person.
#Person1#: What is your strongest trait?
#Person2#: Cheerfulness and friendliness.
#Person1#: How would your friends or colleagues describe you?
#Person2#: They say Mr. Sun is a friendly, sensitive, carin... | Mr. Sun thinks he is open-minded, cheerful, and friendly and admires honest and flexible people. | character |
train_8458 | #Person1#: The band is pretty good. How do you like the music?
#Person2#: it's very nice. I haven't heard live music in a while. This is fun.
#Person1#: well, then, may I invite you for the next dance?
#Person2#: of course. But I'm afraid I'm not much of a dancer. . .
#Person1#: don't worry. I'm not much of a dancer my... | #Person1# invites #Person2# for the next dance. #Person2# agrees. They admire each other's dancing and talk about their favorite type of dance. | dance |
train_8459 | #Person1#: You mean it shuts off to save energy?
#Person2#: Yep. And it breathes, see!
#Person1#: It's not breathing!
#Person2#: Yes, it is. Look at the little light! It blinks off and on.
#Person1#: Jen, it's not alive. . . but it does look user-friendly.
#Person2#: I would look so cool carrying this around! | #Person2# thinks the product is breathing. #Person1# thinks it looks user-friendly. | a cool thing |
train_8460 | #Person1#: Excuse me, I need your assistance.
#Person2#: Sure, what's up?
#Person1#: I have no idea where my class is.
#Person2#: Tell me which building it's in.
#Person1#: My class is in the C building.
#Person2#: I know where the C building is.
#Person1#: Do you mind telling me where it is?
#Person2#: Of course, whic... | #Person1# cannot find #Person1#'s classroom and asks #Person2# for help. #Person2# will show #Person1# the way. | show the way |
train_8461 | #Person1#: A friend of mine is now in the big house. He was caught red-handed for selling cocaine.
#Person2#: That is a deadly risky business. He should have it coming on him.
#Person1#: He must be regretting about having done the business.
#Person2#: I bet he is. He domed his own life. | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1#'s friend was caught red-handed for selling cocaine. | sell cocaine |
train_8462 | #Person1#: What dressing would you like on the salad?
#Person2#: French dressing, please.
#Person1#: I beg your pardon?
#Person2#: Oh, French dressing.
#Person1#: Sorry, it's not available now. Anything else?
#Person2#: We still prefer French dressing.
#Person1#: Will you say it again?
#Person2#: Who's your manager? Te... | #Person2# is angry about #Person1#'s service. | French dressing |
train_8463 | #Person1#: Peter, which club do you want to join?
#Person2#: I haven't decided yet. What about you, Andy?
#Person1#: I am a member of the basketball club. Do you want to join us?
#Person2#: But I don't know how to play basketball.
#Person1#: It's OK. Don't worry about it. Our school coach will train us to play basketba... | #Person1# invites #Person2# to join the basketball club, even though #Person2# can't play basketball. | join a club |
train_8464 | #Person1#: What do you need?
#Person2#: I would like to check out a book.
#Person1#: I'm going to need your library card.
#Person2#: I don't have a library card.
#Person1#: Why don't you apply for one right now?
#Person2#: Sure. That would be great.
#Person1#: Please fill out this application.
#Person2#: Okay. Here you... | #Person1# helps #Person2# apply for a library card before checking out #Person2#'s books. | check out books |
train_8465 | #Person1#: How could you handle living in such a big family? Does everyone get along?
#Person2#: Sure. We love each other and take care of each other.
#Person1#: In such a big family, there must be a head. Who's the head of your family?
#Person2#: My grandpa. He has the final word about almost everything. My grandpa is... | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2#'s grandpa has the final word about almost everything. #Person1#'s family is a modern small-sized family. #Person1# wants to have a family where everyone is equal to everyone else. #Person2# invites #Person1# to Korea and to see the life of a big family. #Person1# thinks it is an exce... | a big family |
train_8466 | #Person1#: Mary, why don't you come to my house this Saturday?
#Person2#: I don't know. I'll have to ask my host mom.
#Person1#: Come on, Mary. This is America. You make your own decisions here.
#Person2#: But I still have to tell her.
#Person1#: Of course.
#Person2#: Tell you what, give me your phone number.
#Person1#... | #Person1# invites Mary to the house. Mary wants to tell her host mum first. | an invitation |
train_8467 | #Person1#: Hi, Ben. Here are the top ten of this week's top chart.
#Person2#: Oh, great!
#Person1#: Which is your favorite in this ten?
#Person2#: I like No. 4.
#Person1#: You mean Sweet Heart.
#Person2#: Yes. In fact, I think it's much better than this week's No. 1.
#Person1#: What do you think about Cold Wind?
#Perso... | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the top ten of this week's top chart. #Person2# likes No.4 best while #Person1#'s favorite is Your Lips. | top chart |
train_8468 | #Person1#: Do you need help with something?
#Person2#: I'm looking for this book.
#Person1#: Is there something wrong?
#Person2#: I don't see it on the shelf.
#Person1#: Did you check the computer?
#Person2#: I already looked.
#Person1#: Did it say anything?
#Person2#: It said that the book is on the shelf, but it isn'... | #Person2# cannot find a book on the shelf. #Person1# will get the book from another library. | a book |
train_8469 | #Person1#: You should draw a picture of a fancy kingdom of animals in forty minutes.
#Person2#: All right. But how?
#Person1#: Just imagine, if a horse can fly, if a bird can swim. . . and things like that.
#Person2#: I see. But could you give me another piece of paper?
#Person1#: OK. Here you are. Anybody who wants he... | Mr. Addison asks #Person2# to draw a picture of a kingdom of animals in 40 minutes. | draw a picture |
train_8470 | #Person1#: You spoken English is pretty good. Please tell me your experience in learning English.
#Person2#: Uh, I don't know what to say. What do you want to know?
#Person1#: What's your method of learning?
#Person2#: Let me think a minute. I think I always try to take every chance to practice.
#Person1#: What if ther... | #Person1# asks #Person2# about how to learn English. #Person2# says #Person2# talks to #Person2# to practice. | learn English |
train_8471 | #Person1#: Nice dress. How do I look? Be honest.
#Person2#: Hmm. . . you look too dressed up. How about this purple top and these jeans?
#Person1#: Well, that top is a little too tight, and those jeans aren't dressy enough. And I don't feel comfortable with that. What do you think, Vicky? You'Ve been very quiet up to n... | Vicky thinks #Person1# looks too dressed up at first but then tells #Person1# to wear comfortable styles. | dress up |
train_8472 | #Person1#: Whoa, whoa, what's going on? Watch out!
#Person2#: Hey, watch where you're going!
#Person1#: Oh, no! I'm so sorry! Are you all right?
#Person2#: Oh. . . I don't know.
#Person1#: I feel terrible, I really didn't mean to knock you over. My tire, just exploded, and I lost control of my bike. Really, it was an a... | #Person1#'s tire exploded and #Person1# knocked #Person2# over. #Person2#'s ankle was therefore hurt. They find they have met before. #Person1# cancels #Person1#'s appointment so that #Person1# can stay with #Person2#. | an accident |
train_8473 | #Person1#: It's such a nice day outside. Let's take a walk into town and do some window-shopping.
#Person2#: You know I hate shopping more than anything else in this world.
#Person1#: I know. But we could get some exercise in, and we could get some errands run, too. Window-shopping won't cost you anything.
#Person2#: W... | #Person1# suggests doing some window-shopping and getting some errands run, like picking up a chicken and #Person2#'s prescription. #Person2# agrees after #Person1# promises #Person1# won't go shopping in the mall. But then, #Person1# asks #Person2# whether #Person2# has any money for shopping on the street. #Person2# ... | do some window-shopping |
train_8474 | #Person1#: What do you expect of the position?
#Person2#: I hope to apply my knowledge and experience on the job and make further improvement.
#Person1#: What do you think about occupational planning?
#Person2#: It is quite important for all of us. Without clear goals, one may lose direction and cannot pave the way for... | #Person1# interviews #Person2#. #Person1# asks #Person2# about #Person2#'s expectation of the position, occupational planning, goals, and altitude towards salary and work. #Person2# will make use of the chance and get #Person2#'s self ready for the challenges. | a position |
train_8475 | #Person1#: So, who do you work for?
#Person2#: I work for a large multinational company called DAK Group. We have five main area of business - construction, heavy industry, shipbuilding, motor vehicles and telecommunications.
#Person1#: And which side of the business do you work in?
#Person2#: The motor vehicles divisi... | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person2# works for a multinational company that has five main areas of business. #Person2# works in the motor vehicle division. | work |
train_8476 | #Person1#: I would like to make an appointment for a project meeting.
#Person2#: Of course, I have Monday or Tuesday available. What day would be best for you?
#Person1#: I would like to meet on Monday.
#Person2#: Very well then. Are mornings or afternoons best?
#Person1#: I want to come in the morning.
#Person2#: I wi... | #Person1# wants to make an appointment for a project meeting and thinks they should have just the sub-committee. #Person2# will arrange the meeting. | make an appointment |
train_8477 | #Person1#: What can I do for you today?
#Person2#: I have an issue.
#Person1#: What is your problem?
#Person2#: There were charges on my debit card that I never made.
#Person1#: Do you have a statement for your debit card?
#Person2#: I do.
#Person1#: Which charges are you talking about?
#Person2#: It's the last four ch... | #Person2# finds there were charges on the debit card that #Person2# never made. #Person1# will do an investigation and freeze those charges. | the debit card |
train_8478 | #Person1#: Kata! You've got a beautiful singing voice. You hit the high notes perfectly.
#Person2#: Thank you for your compliment. But you are exaggerating. I think you are destined to be a singer. You have the best voice!
#Person1#: Thank you. Maybe we can sing a song together. Would you like to sing with me?
#Person2... | #Person1# thinks Kata gets a beautiful singing voice and suggests they sing a song together. Kata agrees. | sing a song |
train_8479 | #Person1#: My latte looks like that shoe polish we did an ad for last month.
#Person2#: And this espresso looks like. . . oil!
#Person1#: It still tastes fine, though.
#Person2#: These days, I can't think of anything but motor oil. Even coffee makes me think of it.
#Person1#: Wait a second! There's the idea for this ca... | #Person1# and #Person2# think about advertising ideas when having coffee. | oil |
train_8480 | #Person1#: Excuse me, what's the checking time for flight FA1187?
#Person2#: Have you paid the airport fee?
#Person1#: Yes, and I have already gone through the safety inspection.
#Person2#: In that case, please get your passport and boarding card ready. Just wait in the terminal for twenty more minutes. You will hear t... | #Person1# asks #Person2# about the checking time for #Person1#'s flight. #Person2# says it will be in around twenty minutes. | the checking time |
train_8481 | #Person1#: If you're observant you'll see rare birds, insects, butterflies, and a few reptiles. But you must look for them. There are also a few am-phibians in lower places.
#Person2#: Well, let's move, I can see a rest area ahead. We can relax there, and see what wildlife is around. . .
#Person1#: Huh! I am really out... | #Person1# is out-of-shape. #Person2# is in good-shape because #Person2# comes hiking every week. #Person1# asks #Person2# to give #Person1# a piggyback the rest of the way. #Person2# refuses. | go hiking |
train_8482 | #Person1#: I was wondering if you could go over the services available at EDD to help me get a job.
#Person2#: The best opportunity is called callous, which is an Internet-based job placement service that you can make use of.
#Person1#: Do I have to have a computer at home?
#Person2#: There are computers at our EDD off... | #Person1# wonders if #Person1# can get a job with help of EDD. #Person2# introduces EDD's job services, like workshops in Resume Writing and Interviewing. | get a job |
train_8483 | #Person1#: Excuse me! Do you mind if I sit here?
#Person2#: Not at all. Go ahead.
#Person1#: Thank you.
#Person2#: Are you going somewhere, or are you meeting someone?
#Person1#: I'm on my way to Washington. And you?
#Person2#: I'm on my way to San Francisco.
#Person1#: Really? I think San Francisco is probably the mos... | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about their destinations when waiting for their flights. They agree San Francisco is the most exciting city in the US. | flights |
train_8484 | #Person1#: Hey, wake up, lazybones. The alarm clock is ringing. Don't you hear?
#Person2#: Five minutes more. Let me know when you're through with the bathroom.
#Person1#: You're a real sound sleeper. You'll miss your breakfast again and have a fit all morning.
#Person2#: Stop scolding me, mum, I'll be down in a second... | #Person1# asks #Person2# to wake up, but #Person2# is struggling to get out of bed. | get up |
train_8485 | #Person1#: Have Thomas and Lily set a date for leaving?
#Person2#: No, they haven't. But Thomas said they'd like to leave next Monday or Tuesday.
#Person1#: I'd like to see them off at the airport. Will you go with me?
#Person2#: Sure. | #Person1# and #Person2# will see Thomas and Lily off. | see someone off |
train_8486 | #Person1#: Excuse me, am I going the right way for a few far?
#Person2#: I'm afraid not.
#Person1#: Oh, how can I get there?
#Person2#: Are you on foot?
#Person1#: Unfortunately, yes.
#Person2#: Well. It's easy enough to get there. You need to go down this road till you see a track on your left. Maybe half a mile off.
... | #Person1# asks #Person2# how to get to #Person1#'s destination. #Person2# shows #Person1# the way but #Person2# can't give #Person1# a ride. | show the way |
train_8487 | #Person1#: Hurry up. It is time for TV.
#Person2#: What are we going to watch?
#Person1#: A football match between Germany and Italy. It will be exciting.
#Person2#: But I am not interested in, football. I like to see a TV film.
#Person1#: Oh. no. You can see a TV film any other day.
#Person2#: There will he oilier foo... | It's TV time. #Person1# wants to watch a football game, while #Person2# wants to watch a TV film. | watch TV |
train_8488 | #Person1#: Late again, Ted? This is getting to be a habit. I'd be surprised if you were on time.
#Person2#: Sorry, Miss Jamison. Did you see the fog on the weather report? It was dangerous to drive too fast.
#Person1#: Maybe you should leave home earlier... | Ted says he's late because of the fog. | be late |
train_8489 | #Person1#: The dress looks beautiful. Can I touch it?
#Person2#: I am sorry, miss, it's not allowed unless you want to buy it.
#Person1#: I see. What about the dress over there? I would like to try it on.
#Person2#: OK, here you are. The fitting room is behind the curtain. | #Person1# wants to try a dress on. #Person2# shows the fitting room. | a dress |
train_8490 | #Person1#: What can I do for you today?
#Person2#: I need to buy a new refrigerator today.
#Person1#: Were you looking at a particular refrigerator?
#Person2#: I like that Kenmore refrigerator.
#Person1#: This particular refrigerator is a very good choice.
#Person2#: Tell me about it.
#Person1#: Not only is it af... | #Person2# wants to buy a Kenmore refrigerator. #Person1# thinks that is affordable and has all the appliances. | buy a refrigerator |
train_8491 | #Person1#: How do you use an ATM card, Billy?
#Person2#: It's easy grandpa. Insert you card into the machine here. Then wait a moment. Ok. Now you enter your PIN. It should have four numbers.
#Person1#: Oh yes. I've got it written down here. Just a minute.
#Person2#: You really shouldn't write it down. You should me... | Billy shows #Person1# how to use an ATM card. #Person1# only needs to enter the PIN and choose the service. #Person1# thinks ATM machines are easy to use. | an ATM card |
train_8492 | #Person1#: Marquet, do you think I should enroll in the science course?
#Person2#: Yes, I think so. If you want to graduated this year, you've got to take a science course.
#Person1#: Right, I figure since you are doing premedical, you know about the very courses.
#Person2#: Well, I have to take biology, chemistry, ... | Marquet thinks #Person1# should take a good introductory science course. | enroll in courses |
train_8493 | #Person1#: What do you think of doctor Tomson?
#Person2#: I feel confident of his ability to cure my daughter's disease.
#Person1#: How can you be so sure?
#Person2#: I can tell form the way he spoke to us.
#Person1#: Never believe his words. | #Person2# believes in Dr. Tomson's ability. But #Person1# doesn't. | a doctor |
train_8494 | #Person1#: That girl looks very attractive, doesn't she?
#Person2#: Do you think so? I don't like girls who look like that. I like girls who aren't too slim. If you like her, go and talk to her.
#Person1#: I'd like to, but there's her boyfriend. He's very broad-shouldered.
#Person2#: He's huge! He must go to the gym... | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the girl types they prefer. They plan to go to the gym because they get a bit plump recently. | an attractive girl |
train_8495 | #Person1#: Excuse me, can you tell me where I can find dresses for teenagers?
#Person2#: Yes, there on the left next to the purses, but don't you think you should look for something uh a bit more mature?
#Person1#: Oh, no, it's not for me. I'm looking for a present for my niece. She's turning 16 next week and she's hav... | #Person1# asks #Person2# where to get dresses for teenagers because #Person1# wants to buy a dress for #Person1#'s niece. Then they talk about #Person1#'s niece who is looking at schools. #Person2# thinks it's good to take #Person1#'s niece to see all the colleges she prefers up close. #Person1# agrees with that. | dresses for teenagers |
train_8496 | #Person1#: Hey, Mike, you're back. How was your summer camping?
#Person2#: Life in the great outdoors isn't exactly what I expected.
#Person1#: What did you do everyday?
#Person2#: First, everyone had to get up at 5:30 AM. Next, we had to make our beds before our camp adviser came to inspect the place. Then we had brea... | Mike thinks the outdoor life isn't what he expected. Mike tells #Person1# about what he did everyday during his summer camping. #Person2# has learned camping is not for him. | summer camping |
train_8497 | #Person1#: This place is different from the supermarket we're used to, isn't it? I don't come here very often because I think the prices are higher than those at supermarkets.
#Person2#: There isn't much of a selection. I mean, there are only 1 or 2 brands of each type of product, but that makes it easier to choose thi... | #Person1# and #Person2# go to a store late at night as it's the only place open. There isn't much of a selection and most of the products have higher prices than those in supermarkets. | supermarkets |
train_8498 | #Person1#: Say, Mike, what are you doing tonight? Do you want to go bowling?
#Person2#: I'd love to, Laura, but I can't. I'm going to a soccer match with my brother.
#Person1#: You mean Bob?
#Person2#: Yes. Hey, are you doing anything tomorrow? We could go then.
#Person1#: Tomorrow sounds fine. I'm going to work until ... | Laura invites Mike to go bowling, but Mike isn't available tonight. They plan to go bowling tomorrow with Mary. | go bowling |
train_8499 | #Person1#: Morning, Sue. Did you enjoy your holiday in the country?
#Person2#: Yes, thanks. We had a great time and some friends went with us.
#Person1#: Where did you stay? In a hotel?
#Person2#: No, we camped in the mountains near Snowden. We cooked all our meals over an open fire.
#Person1#: Sounds wonderful. Was th... | Sue enjoyed her holiday in the country, while #Person1# just stayed at home because of the terrible weather. | the holiday |
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