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train_219 | Roberta: How about your study at college?
Karylin: I was doing quite well at college. I completed my MBA degree in international trade with first-class honors.
Roberta: Why did you select your college?
Karylin: I selected my college because it had an excellent academic reputation.
Roberta: What do you like doing in you... | Roberta asks Karylin some questions, like Karylin'study, why choosing the college and recreations in his spare time. Karylin answered. |
train_220 | Gregor: What kind of job are you interested in?
Maryann: I want a job in which I can use English, I would also like to be able to have some responsibility in my work.
Gregor: I really appreciate that I would expect my secretary to be able to work independently and take over some of my ordinary responsibilities, such as... | Maryann prefers a job where Maryann can use English and have some responsibility. Gregor expresses some expected requirements for a secretary. Maryann thinks Maryann can do the job. |
train_221 | Harli: What are you doing this weekend?
Mayer: My brother-in-law is having a small get-together at his house and he invited me.
Harli: Is it a family thing or just friends?
Mayer: A bit of both. Some cousins, aunts and uncles will be there, but also some friends from the neighborhood.
Harli: Is your great uncle Rick go... | Mayer's brother-in-law invites Mayer to attend a small get-together with Mayer's relatives and friends. Harli is confused about Mayer's family relationship. |
train_222 | Mickey Huang: Good morning. I'm Mickey Huang, I have an appointment with Mr. wilson.
Mr. wilson: Is this about the Sales Assistant position?
Mickey Huang: That's right. My appointment is for 11 o'clock.
Mr. wilson: Mr. wilson is on the line right now. Please have a seat. He'll be right with you.
Mickey Huang: Thank you... | Mickey Huang will have an appointment with Mr. Wilson about the sales assistant position. |
train_223 | Alejandra: You'v been work here for nearly a month, how do you feel about the job?
Percival: Not bad. Thank you for your help. I am always busy with this job, I feel a bit tired.
Alejandra: I had the same feeling when I first came to work here. but after a period of time, I feel better, I am sure you'll get used to thi... | Percival thinks the job is busy and tiring. Alejandra comforts Percival and Percival admires Alejandra's professional skills and strong working abilities. |
train_224 | Niels: How may I help you?
Emmalee: I need to check these books out.
Niels: Do you have your library card?
Emmalee: Here it is.
Niels: It appears that you have late fees.
Emmalee: Really?
Niels: Yes, really.
Emmalee: How much do I owe?
Niels: You owe $ 24. 50 in late fees.
Emmalee: I don't have that much today.
Niels: ... | Niels helps Emmalee check books out, but Emmalee needs to pay late fees first. Emmalee will pay them later. |
train_225 | Bruce: Do you have any particular hobbies, Tom?
Tom: Oh, yes. I love playing badminton, table tennis and computer games. And playing the games has become my favorite.
Bruce: I hear many teenagers will spend hours and hours sitting at computers. And they don't care about their own health at all. How about you?
Tom: I'm ... | Tom likes playing computer games most. Bruce thinks sitting in front of a computer for hours is meaningless. Tom agrees and wants to practice self-control. |
train_226 | Wallas: What are you here for today?
Celestyn: I need to fight this ticket that I got.
Wallas: Is the arresting officer here?
Celestyn: Yes, he is, Your Honor.
Wallas: Plead your case.
Celestyn: I was told by the officer that I ran a red light. That information isn't true.
Wallas: Why would the officer lie?
Celestyn: I... | Celestyn fights for a ticket. Wallas lets Celestyn go because the camera didn't take the picture of Celestyn's license plate. |
train_227 | Aguinaldo: All right. I want to bring everybody in on this project. When can we start working on this?
Ignazio: Well, we could probably get started with a strategy meeting tomorrow morning at 8: 00.
Aguinaldo: I tell you what, 8: 00 is no good for me, but why don't you guys get started and I'll come by at around 8: 45 ... | Ignazio tells Ignazio they will start working on the project tomorrow morning. Aguinaldo will arrive late. |
train_228 | Zacherie: Excuse me, how can I get to the bank? Bank of America; I mean. I don't know the way.
Jerrilyn: Well, go straight ahead till you see a supermarket. The bank is just at the other side of the street.
Zacherie: Is it far from here?
Jerrilyn: Let me see. Er, it's 4 blocks away. Not very far, not very near.
Zacheri... | Zacherie asks Jerrilyn the way to Bank of America. Jerrilyn tells Zacherie the direction and the options. Zacherie will take the streetcar. |
train_229 | Madam: Excuse me, ah, was my bedroom cleaned this morning?
Kris: Yes, Madam. All the rooms are cleaned in the morning, Madam.
Madam: Well, then I have a bit of a problem
Kris: Is your room not satisfactory, Madam?
Madam: No, it's not that. It's just that I can't find my necklace.
Kris: I'm sorry, Madam. Can you tell me... | Madam lost her necklace after her room was cleaned. Kris will report it to the manager. |
train_230 | Alston: There is an element there about competition then, isn't there? Because British railways are a nationalized industry. There's only one railway system in the country. If you don't like a particular kind of big beans, you can go and buy another. But if you don't like a particular railway, you can't go and use anot... | British railways thinks it is good for the railways to be nationalized because more and more cars appear and the railways gain less and less. Alston thinks what British railways copes is two extremes: trying not to lose too much money and providing the best services. |
train_231 | Krissy: Compared with the yellow one, you look more beautiful in this white skirt.
Britt: Thank you. I like the white one better. But how much will you charge me?
Krissy: It costs $100, but I'd like to take off 30%, and that's it. | Krissy and Britt think the white skirt is better. Krissy gives the price. |
train_232 | Bernie: OK. We have to make a decision. Who is the best one interviewed for the job?
David: Um, let's see. First we saw Frank. He's very polite and relaxed. But he wasn't well dressed. He wasn't even wearing a tie.
Bernie: That's true, dressing well is important. Well, let's think about the others. What about Susan? Sh... | Bernie and David are talking about the best one interviewed. They discuss Frank, Susan and David, and they think David's appearance and personality are the best candidate for receptionist. |
train_233 | Mario: Good afternoon! Did you call for a plumber?
Delly: Yes, yes I did. Please come in! I'm so glad you came! This old house is falling apart! Come on into the
Mario: I see. Let me have a look. It seems that your toilet is clogged, and that's why it won't flush. Let me just get
Delly: Oh, that must be because of my... | Delly called for a plumber, so Mario comes to Delly's house and finds the toilet is clogged. Mario suggests changing the water pipes and gives the price. |
train_234 | Kris: Did you hear what happened in the Scott case? Some of the sensitive material were leaked to the press. Now every newspapers is all over it.
Dyanna: Oh. . . I bet the firm is fuming. Do they know who spilled the beans?
Kris: I'm sure they have their suspicions; there were only a few of the senior level lawers wh... | Dyanna and Kris talks about information leak of Scott's case. They discuss about the suspects and legal consequences. |
train_235 | Antin: May I help you, sir?
Zak: Yes, please. I'd like to buy a gift for my younger brother. He's going to take a trip to South America.
Antin: By air or by sea?
Zak: By air. So my gift should be quite light. What can you suggest?
Antin: How about this wallet? It's made of fine leather.
Zak: My sister already gave... | Zak wants to buy a gift for Zak's younger brother and Antin finally recommends a handkerchief. |
train_236 | Jenine: I am trying to decide what school to apply to?
Arlie: Are you thinking about a public school or a private one?
Jenine: I am not sure. What's the difference between them?
Arlie: Public schools are usually state funded, whereas private schools usually get their funding elsewhere.
Jenine: Which is better?
Arl... | Arlie tells Jenine the differences between a public school and a private school to help Jenine choosing a school. |
train_238 | Kiah: So Kim, have you ever had anything stolen?
Kim: Stolen? No, why?
Kiah: My uncle just had his motorcycle stolen a few nights ago. I was just thinking about how clever criminals are these days.
Kim: Criminals are clever? They're only successful when people are careless.
Kiah: I don't know. The ones who stole my... | Kiah tells Kim that the motorcycle of Kiah's uncle was stolen. The thieves were so clever because they convinced everyone that the motorcycle was parked illegally and even convinced a bystander to help them. |
train_239 | Sherill: Have you received your TOFEL test results yet?
Leigha: Yes, I did. I passed !
Sherill: Congratulations! I knew you could do it.
Leigha: Well, I certainly couldn't have done it without your help. You are the best tutor I've ever had.
Sherill: Thank you , but it was your hard work that did it.
Leigha: You d... | Leigha passed the TOFEL test with the help of Sherill. |
train_240 | Hans: Good afternoon, sir.
Mr. Hilton: Good afternoon. I have a reservation under the name of Hilton.
Hans: Could you spell that, please?
Mr. Hilton: Sure. It's H-I-L-T-O-N.
Hans: One moment, please. Ah yes, Mr. Hilton, you booked a single room for three nights. Is that correct?
Mr. Hilton: Yes, that's right.
Han... | Hilton makes a reservation and Hans helps him check in and gives him the key and the receipt. |
train_241 | Tom: This one looks great! I love the seashore.
Maddie: So do I. The sun . . . the sand . . . the ocean!
Tom: And listen to this! What do you think of sailing, swimming, windsurfing, and fishing?
Maddie: Oh, Tom! They sound fantastic. I really like all those things.
Tom: Yeah . . . me, too.
Maddie: Well, except fi... | Tom and Maddie are talking about the seashore. Maddie likes everything but fishing. Both of them prefer to live in a cabin near the sea. |
train_242 | Tom: Tom, what are you going to do this weekend?
Jameson: I have no idea. Usually I stay at home and watch TV. Sometimes I play computer games. Do you have any good ideas?
Tom: Let's go to the cinema. I haven't seen a movie for a long time. I heard Ice Age 4 is really popular. Let's go and see it.
Jameson: Oh, I'm not ... | Tom and Jameson are planning for this weekend. They would rather play tennis than watch movies. They will meet at gym. |
train_243 | Skip: Hello, how may I help you?
Julee: Hello, I seem to have a problem with my computer.
Skip: Alright. Let's see. What about tomorrow morning about 10:00?
Julee: Oh, no. That won't do I'm afraid. I've got a very important report on the computer that must be finished and handed in by 9:00 AM tomorrow. By 10:00 it's to... | Julee is calling Skip to repair the computer. They can't agree on a time tomorrow, so Skip agrees to go there in a few minutes because Julee is in a hurry to write a report. |
train_245 | Jaclyn: Can you help me find some books? I need them for my class. I'm writing a report about US history.
Anissa: Of course. Do you know how to use our computers? Our entire book collection is on our website. You can look up the books you need, then I'll walk you over to their location in the main building.
Jaclyn: Tha... | Anissa tells Jaclyn how to find the books related to the Jaclyn's topic with computer, Anissa says Jaclyn can only check out up to three books at a time. |
train_248 | Moore: Excuse me. What should I wear if I want to go to an interview?
Douglas: You should wear a tie to go with your suit.
Moore: I am afraid I would tense up during the interview.
Douglas: It doesn't matter. Just do your best to sell yourself. | Douglas advises Moore to wear a tie with a suit and do the best in an interview. |
train_249 | Patrik: Mr. Black, I'd like to take some time off. I'Ve been feeling exhausted these days.
Mr. Black: That's no problem. Let me see. . . You still have ten days annual leave left, is that right?
Patrik: Yes. I was wondering if I could take another two weeks off.
Mr. Black: That's long leave. How's your project coming a... | Patrik asks Mr. Black's permission to take some time off. Mr. Black reminds Mr. Black makes sure to tie up loose ends of the project, and says Mr. Smith will be in charge during the absence. |
train_250 | Cara: I would like to make an offer on this house, but I don't know much about the process.
Tricia: As your realtor, I am here to take care of this process. How much were you planning on offering?
Cara: I really like the house and will pay the full asking price of three hundred and fifty thousand dollars.
Tricia: We wa... | Cara follows Cara's realtor's advice and offers a price lower than the full asking price of three hundred and fifty thousand dollars on a house that Cara really likes. |
train_252 | Harrie: Did you do anything fun over the weekend?
Loretta: I didn't want to go out last weekend, so I decided to stay at home and watch a movie.
Harrie: Why didn't you want to go out?
Loretta: I was very tired after working all week. Sometimes on the weekend I don't have enough energy to go out to a movie theater.
Harr... | Loretta tells Harrie that Loretta didn't go out last weekend and stayed at home watching a downloaded movie. |
train_253 | Ignacio: I heard you are going to move.
Andros: Yes, I found a better house near my office. I'm very satisfied with it. But I'm worrying.
Ignacio: What are you worried about?
Andros: I'm worrying about how to move all of my household stuff. You know, I have a lot of stuff.
Ignacio: You can call a mover.
Andros: How muc... | Andros is going to move but worried about how to move the household stuff. Then Ignacio suggests Andros leave everything for the movers, and leaves Andros a phone number of a reputable mover. |
train_254 | Corinna: This is my admission card, and these are the books.
Lorilee: OK, a moment, please.
Corinna: By the way, can I renew the borrowing?
Lorilee: For which one?
Corinna: Sense and Sensibility, English version.
Lorilee: Yes, of course.
Corinna: Can I just do it here?
Lorilee: Sorry. No, you cannot. You should go to t... | Lorilee helps Corinna return books. Corinna renews the borrowing of one book as well as pays 3 Yuan because of overdue. |
train_255 | Blake: Tom, aren't you a little too old to be trick-or-treating?
Tom: What are you talking about? Where is your Halloween spirit? Didn't you ever dress up in a costume and go around the neighborhood trick-or-treating with your friends?
Blake: Of course, I did, but when I was ten! Trick - or-treating is for kids, plus, ... | Blake thinks Tom is too old to be trick-or-treating but Tom insists on doing it. |
train_257 | Theada: Would you mind if I make a suggestion?
Mia: Of course not, go ahead.
Theada: Maybe you should try to quit smoking. You know it is very bad for your health.
Mia: Well, sure it is. Actually, I have been cutting down the amount since two months ago. I used to smoke a pack of cigarettes for a single day. Now I limi... | Theada suggests Mia try to quit smoking, while Mia has been cutting down smoking amount since two months ago. |
train_258 | Adriena: Life's so boring.
Ansel: Well, most of the time it is, I guess.
Adriena: What do you think will make you happy?
Ansel: I think money will make me happy.
Adriena: You heard people say that money doesn't guarantee happiness.
Ansel: It will for me. Then I can do all the things I want to do.
Adriena: You'll get bo... | Adriena would be happy if Adriena didn't have to work. Ansel thinks money doesn't equal happiness but it can take away many responsibilities. |
train_261 | Nichols: What is your major?
Bernardine: My major is Business Administration, I am especially interested in Marketing.
Nichols: Which university are you attending?
Bernardine: I attended Suzhou University.
Nichols: Have you received any degrees?
Bernardine: Yes. I received my Bachelor degree in Business Administration.... | *Nichols interviews Bernardine who has a bachelor's degree in Business Administration has received good training in English, computer and finance, is good at English, and is familiar with Microsoft Office, but hasn't got any certificate of computer skills. |
train_263 | Jim: How are your stocks doing, Jim?
Ruby: Oh, all right. I lost a bunch of money in the last two years, but this year has been pretty good.
Jim: Yeah, I lost money investing in the internet too.
Ruby: Just goes to show that you should buy companies not ideas.
Jim: I changed my strategy around too. I invest in good com... | Jim and Ruby are talking about their stocks and investment options, and about Ted losing his kids' college money. |
train_264 | Weslie: May I help you, sir?
Wally: Fill it up with regular, please.
Weslie: Should I take a look at your battery?
Wally: No, thanks. I'm in a hurry.
Weslie: Your car is ready.
Wally: Good! How much is it?
Weslie: 250 yuan, please!
Wally: That is expensive.
Weslie: You should know about the oil crisis. | Weslie helps Wally fill up the car for 250 yuan. |
train_265 | Joao: Can I ask you a question?
Bernetta: Sure, go ahead.
Joao: How do you get along with the American students in your classes?
Bernetta: I don't have much contact with them.
Joao: Really? Why not? Don't you go up and talk to them?
Bernetta: No, I don't. I'm too afraid of making mistakes in English. I don't want to be... | Joao is advising Bernetta makes a talk with the American students to practice English since Bernetta is afraid of being laughed at making mistakes in English. |
train_266 | Merril: What's the date today Mr. Brown. I don't have a calendar.
Mr. Brown: Today is Tuesday, 25th September, 2001.
Merril: 25th Sep? Oh, I have an appointment tonight.
Mr. Brown: What time is your appointment?
Merril: It is at 8 o'clock.
Mr. Brown: What time is now? Do you have the correct time?
Merril: I don't know ... | Merril asks Mr. Brown about the date. Merril remembers an appointment tonight and leave. |
train_267 | Vina: Can I help you, Miss?
Orelle: Do you have anything which can prevent wrinkles and freckles?
Vina: What is your skin type?
Orelle: My skin is kind of oily.
Vina: This nutrition cream is for anti-wrinkling and whitening which is a newcomer brand.
Orelle: How much is it?
Vina: $ 60. The price is reasonable for its l... | Vina is helping Orelle to get a nutrition cream to prevent wrinkles, and a gel to prevent freckles. |
train_268 | Elmore: Why don't you begin by telling me something about yourself?
Penrod: What do you want to know?
Elmore: The usual, you know, something about your background and experience and anything personal that you feel is pertinent.
Penrod: Well, I was born in Shanghai and went to school there, right up through college. My ... | Penrod comes from a professional family and has been working with computers for more than five years. Penrod specializes in computer technology and had a company for a while. Elmore asks for Penrod's credentials, they will get back to Penrod. |
train_269 | Darby: Who is Cindy's husband?
Cindy: Cindy's husband is Ron.
Darby: How many children do Cindy and Ron have?
Cindy: They have two children-one son and one daughter-as well as one daughter-in-law and one son-in-law.
Darby: Do they have any grandchildren?
Cindy: Yes, they have three grandchildren-one girl and two boys.
... | Darby asks Cindy for information about Cindy and Ron's family which have two children and three grandchildren. |
train_270 | Dru: What is your long-term goal in this career?
Jolene: My long-term goal is to become an expert in this field.
Dru: What would you do to achieve that?
Jolene: In order to achieve that objective. I would work step by step and make further study. | Dru asks Jolene's long-term goal and plans. |
train_271 | Bill: Bill, I'm expecting a big increase in turnover with the coming of the Mid-Autumn Festival. But wholesales are unwilling to supply my orders unless I pay them an advance of 50 % of the full price, for my business is fairly new. I hope that you can make me an advance on loan.
Brady: Do you have stocks or a title de... | Bill requests a loan against personal security, but it doesn't work. Brady suggests providing a reliable guarantor and thinks they can grant the loan if Mr. Macready is Bill's guarantor. Brady suggests Bill borrow on overdraft instead of on loan. |
train_272 | Jennie: Say, have you heard about Jennie?
Etienne: No, what happened?
Jennie: She's had her baby.
Etienne: Oh, that's wonderful! When?
Jennie: A couple of weeks ago.
Etienne: Was it a boy or a girl?
Jennie: A girl.
Etienne: Oh, that's great! That's what she wanted, isn't it?
Jennie: Yeah, she always likes the girls.
Et... | Jennie tells Etienne Jennie's had a baby girl, and Jennie like girls. |
train_273 | Reilly: Suppose the company offer you a pay raise of 50%, would you be so determined to leave and look for a job as well?
Rayner: Yes, I've set my mind down on it. I'd like to find a job with full scope to show my ability. | Reilly refuses a pay raise and determines to leave the company. |
train_274 | Mariel: You don't look very happy. What seems to be the problem?
Orelie: I've got to write a long composition for my English class, and I just can't come up with any ideas, and it is due tomorrow.
Mariel: That shouldn't be. too difficult. Remember those pictures you were showing me last week?
Orelie: Sure.
Mariel: Why ... | Orelie can't come up with any ideas of the composition. Mariel advises Orelie to write a composition about the camel ride. Orelie is very grateful. |
train_275 | Reception: Reception. Can I help you?
Mrs. Browning: Yes, please. I'm Mrs. Browning calling from room 203.
Reception: Yes, Madam. What can I do for you?
Mrs. Browning: I'm not clear about the checkout time. I mean how soon do I have to leave my room?
Reception: Normally it's by 12 noon on the day when you'll leave.
Mrs... | Reception answers Mrs. Browning's question about checkout time, and extends it to 2 p.m. |
train_276 | Steve: Hi, Ruth. This is Steve speaking. How was the football game yesterday?
Ruth: Great. Why did you miss it? Steve?
Steve: My parents didn't let me go because I had a fever. I'm still in bed.
Ruth: Too bad you weren't there. We all went together-- Jenny, Jimmy, George and I.
Steve: It must have been freezing sitting... | Steve had a fever. He calls Ruth to ask about the football game yesterday. Although it was cold outside, Ruth thinks that was great. |
train_278 | Reynolds: Sorry, I'm late. Did you hear about the trains?
Aleen: Yes, I heard they were running late.
Reynolds: Well, I realized I might be late, so I tried to find a bus and on my way I bumped into Jerry. He offered me a lift on his motorbike. But unfortunately, he was exhausted by flameout, so in the end, I had to wa... | Reynolds explains that Reynolds had to walk due to the late of the train and the flameout of Jerry's motorbike. |
train_280 | Rennie: Susan, I've got a few questions. Let's see. Can you type?
Susan: No,I can't type.
Rennie: What about shorthand?
Susan: I don't know. I've never tried.
Rennie: So you can't take shorthand and you can't type. What can you do, may I ask?
Susan: Well, I can play the piano and the violin.
Rennie: Play the piano and ... | Susan, an actress who can play musical instruments but can't type, is wrongly interviewed for a secretary by Rennie. |
train_281 | Aeriela: Is it your first time to join the sports meeting of Junior High School?
Melodie: Yes, and it's great. What are the events at the sports meeting?
Aeriela: Long-distance race, dash, hurdle race, relay race, standing long jump, high jump, shotput and so on.
Melodie: Our neighbor, Bruce, will take part in the r... | It is the sports meeting of Junior High School. Aeriela and Melodie cheer for their neighbor Bruce in the relay race. |
train_282 | Rollins: May I help you?
Jo-Ann: My daughter. She is missing. I don't know where she is.
Rollins: What dose she look like?
Jo-Ann: She has blond hair and blue eyes.
Rollins: What was she wearing?
Jo-Ann: She has a yellow dress on and red sneakers.
Rollins: When did you last see her?
Jo-Ann: I just saw her down t... | Jo-Ann's daughter is missing for fifteen minutes. Jo-Ann tells her appearance characters to Rollins. |
train_283 | Lynne: I can't wait to retire.
Ruth: And then what?
Lynne: And then I'm moving to Florida where I can play golf all day, every day!
Ruth: That sounds boring to me.
Lynne: What do you plan on doing after you retire?
Ruth: Yes, I think I will do something new. I've always wanted to be a teacher.
Lynne: I admire you... | Lynne wants to play golf after retirement while Ruth wants to be a teacher. |
train_284 | Denise: You are saying he will be promoted to the general manager?
Jermain: Yeah.
Denise: Are you sure?
Jermain: Yes. I bet my bottom dollar that he will get promoted.
Denise: Just because he gets on well with everybody?
Jermain: Partly, and he's also a hard working man. | Denise and Jermain bet whether a man will get promoted. |
train_285 | Ruby: Isn't this great? I always wanted to own a farm, live out in the country, grow my own food!
Darcie: This is very beautiful. Though I have to confess, I don't know the first thing about farming!
Ruby: That's fine! Don't worry about it!
Darcie: What was that?
Ruby: Relax, it was just a goat!
Darcie: And that? ... | Ruby wants to own a farm and knows some livestock. Darcie thinks the farm is beautiful but Darcie can't stand the countryside after seeing the livestock. |
train_286 | Ronny: Let' s got out tomorrow night. We can go to a bar and try to find you a girlfriend.
Noe: I don' t think that' s a good idea. I am just not good with approaching someone and starting up a conversation.
Ronny: Maybe you just need a few pick-up lines, you know, break the ice.
Noe: Pick-up lines don' t work!
Ron... | Ronny teaches Noe how to start up a conversation with girls at the bar. It is about a few pick-up lines to break the ice. Noe thinks pick-up lines don't work but finally gets it. |
train_287 | Jack: God, I didn't realize. I didn't, I didn't know...
Arnie: ... Who you were with? I didn't know whom you were with.
Jack: Excuse me?
Arnie: Sorry, it's from the Godfather. It's when the, when the movie producer realizes Tom Higgins had emissary of vito corleon, it's just before the horse's head ends up in the be... | Jack thinks Arnie was spying on Jack because Jack is Arnie's competitor. But Arnie tells Jack that Arnie came into the store is because Jack's store is the only place selling a children's book. |
train_288 | Lorene: How often do you exercise? Do you play any sports?
Jeromy: I do sports at school, that's about 3 hours every week. But that's all. I don't do any sports outside of school.
Lorene: Not even any cycling or walking?
Jeromy: Very rarely. Because my mom takes me to school in the car.
Lorene: Did you know that doing ... | Jeromy does sports at school but doesn't do it outside of school, and doesn't do cycling or walking since Jeromy's mother drives Jeromy to school. Jeromy eats biscuits for breakfast, potato chips for lunch, fish with vegetables or spaghetti for dinner, and snacks between meals. |
train_289 | Bria: Can you give me a ride to the airport tomorrow?
Gerda: Depends on what time you need to be at the airport.
Bria: Well, my flight leaves at 10:30 in the morning.
Gerda: Did you check in online already?
Bria: Yes, I checked in and I don't have any bags to check.
Gerda: So we should leave by 9:00, so you can be ther... | Bria's flight leaves at 10:30. Bria asks Gerda to give a ride to the airport. Bria will take a cab since Gerda doesn't have time. |
train_290 | Jessi: You're watching TV again Peter.
Peter: I have washed all the bowls and plates.
Jessi: But you haven't watered the flowers or fed the birds.
Peter: I'm sorry. I forgot, I will do it now.
Jessi: Your dad just did that for you.
Peter: Oh that was really nice of him. Well mom, I turned on the TV only because I want ... | Peter is watching TV and forgot to do some housework. Peter turns off the TV and uses his computer instead. |
train_291 | Lynelle: So here are your four ticket sir, is there anything else I can do for you?
Jermaine: Yes, I was wondering if I could get regular information about what's on?
Lynelle: Certainly, I can add your name to our mailing list. Would that be ok?
Jermaine: That would be very good. Yes, please. Oh, and there is something... | Lynelle helps Jermaine get regular information by adding Jermaine's name to the mailing list, and will book special headphones for someone who is hard of hearing. |
train_292 | Judy: Hi, Jack. Who are you writing to?
Jack: I'm writing to my parents, telling them I'll stay here this summer.
Judy: You're not going home? I thought you were going on a trip to Japan with your family.
Jack: Well, I intended, but I thought again in changed my mind.
Judy: Tell me. I'm interested in knowing what keeps... | Judy and Jack are discussing summer vacation. Jack will stay because Michael arranged a voluntary work at Michael uncle's institution, while Judy will fly to Hawaii. |
train_293 | Mela: Was that the telephone ringing?
Darleen: I didn't hear anything.
Mela: I thought I heard it ring 2 or 3 times.
Darleen: Sometimes when the windows are open, you can hear the neighbor's phone.
Mela: Well, I'm expecting an important phone call and I don't want to miss it. | Mela heard the telephone ringing while Mela didn't. |
train_294 | Sir: Excuse me, did you find a green wool scarf? I was here about 5 minutes ago.
Sue: I can look.
Sir: Thanks.
Sue: But I only have a gray scarf here. Sorry. Where were you in the store, Sir?
Sir: Well, first I was in the shoe section. Then I looked at sweaters and jackets.
Sue: Just a minute. Hi. It's Sue at the regis... | Sue asks Sir's location, helps Sir find Sir's green wool scarf in the shoe section and tells Sir where the subway station is. |
train_295 | Madge: Yikes! What was that noise?
Anitra: I had to blow my nose.
Madge: Did you have to blow right next to the phone?
Anitra: Did you hear that?
Madge: Of course I heard that. I thought a plane had crashed into your house.
Anitra: It wasn't that loud.
Madge: I will blow my nose sometime for you, and you'll see.
Anitra... | Madge complains that the noise of Anitra's blowing nose was very loud. Anitra'll go into the bathroom to blow the nose. |
train_296 | Maurice: Excuse me, but please empty your pockets of all the metal things and put them in this tray.
Deny: Including my keys?
Maurice: Yes, and please step over there.
Deny: All right. What shall I do now?
Maurice: Just open your bags so we can check them. After that you can pick them up right behind that X-ray machine... | Deny's going through the security. Maurice checks Deny's bags and stamps Deny's boarding pass. |
train_297 | Kimmy: I need to find a new furniture set for my living room.
Durante: Where are you going to find one?
Kimmy: I have no idea.
Durante: Do you want to know where I bought mine?
Kimmy: Where'd you get it from?
Durante: I got it from IKEA.
Kimmy: How much did it cost you?
Durante: It cost me a couple thousand for the who... | Kimmy wants a new furniture set. Durante got Durante's at IKEA which is expensive but of high quality. |
train_298 | Bengt: Can I take your order now, Madam?
Madam: Yes, what would you recommend?
Bengt: I'm happy to recommend the fish, It testes delicious, and it is today's special. Our chef is from the coast, and love seafood. Today special is actually his favorite dish. so I'm sure it is a dish that you would love if you are a fan ... | Bengt recommends the fish. Madam looks at the menu and orders the green bean dish, egg drop soup, and iced water instead. |
train_299 | Steffi: What game do you like?
Andee: I like board games. I like chinese chess and draughts.
Steffi: I ' Ve never played Chinese chess before, but I ' Ve seen old men playing it in the street. It looks complicated.
Andee: It ' s about as complicated as chess. The basic rule and moves are simple enough, but there are ma... | Andee likes board games such as Chinese chess and draughts while Steffi likes cards. They both play bridge and they decide to call their friends and arrange a game. |
train_300 | Gilles: Good evening. What'll you have?
Ania: I'd like a beer. What kind of beer do you have?
Gilles: Draft beer and cans beer. Which do you prefer?
Ania: A draft beer please.
Gilles: OK. Here you are.
Ania: Could I have some fruit?
Gilles: Of course. Wait for a moment, please. | Ania orders a draft beer and some fruit. |
train_301 | Jan: Would you like me to show you our new cleaning unit? It's a clever design.
Thomasin: Yes, I'd like to see that. What does it clean exactly?
Jan: It washes the solvent off all the metal parts - the blades, trays etc. - and then sends it back into the system.
Thomasin: What does the unit consist of?
Jan: Well, it's ... | Jan introduces a new cleaning unit to Thomasin and explains it. |
train_302 | Jed: Have we sold out all the newspapers for today?
Neely: Yes. What a good job we have done!
Jed: Why are so many extra gifts left here?
Neely: Many customers didn't want them.
Jed: How about giving them to that old man?
Neely: Good idea.
Jed: By the way, do you think it's a good idea to give free gifts to attract cus... | Jed and Neely have sold out all the newspapers for today. They're talking about strategies to attract more customers. |
train_303 | Janice: Hi, Janice. Our first weekend after being employed is coming. Show me your plan.
Kalli: My mom phoned me this morning, and asked me to go back home to have housework chores.
Janice: What are you assigned to do?
Kalli: God knows. Speaking of chores, I would rather do some washing than cooking.
Janice: For me, I ... | Janice'll go back home and do chores this weekend. Janice'll iron Janice's shirt and trousers. They think weekends are less attractive than expected. |
train_304 | Bronson: Tom! How are you? We missed you at the party last night. Are you OK?
Tom: I don't know. I didn't really feel like going out. I guess I'm feeling a little homesick.
Bronson: Come on. We'Ve been through this already! Look, I know the adjustment was hard when you first got here, but we agreed that you were gonna ... | Tom tells Bronson he felt homesick so he didn't go to the party yesterday. Bronson invites him to get suited up and hit a dance club tonight. Tom cheers up. |
train_305 | Todd: Look what you've done!
Alessandro: I'm very sorry, sir. I'll bring you a cloth immediately.
Todd: Yes, and hurry up!
Alessandro: I'd like to apologize for my carelessness. May I clean it up for you?
Todd: No, I'll do it myself.
Alessandro: Here is my card, sir. Could you send me the cleaning bill and I will refun... | Alessandro stained Todd's clothes by accident. Todd's angry. Alessandro apologizes and promises to pay for the cleaning bill. |
train_307 | Patrice: Do you know who's just got married? Old Mc Donald.
Jillian: Never! He's over 80, isn't he?
Patrice: He's nearly 90.
Jillian: Good gracious! Are you sure?
Patrice: I am. Whatsmore, his wife is 84.
Jillian: Is she really?
Patrice: Yes, she is. And guess what, he is her sixth husband.
Jillian: Really? Quite a wom... | Patrice tells Jillian old Mc Donald has just married an 84-year-old woman. |
train_308 | Mary: Hello Mary. I haven't seen you for ages. Are you still seeing Paul?
Florella: No. We broke up last month. I'm taking a break from dating for a while.
Mary: Did you break up amicably? Sometimes couples row a lot before splitting up.
Florella: We just decided to stop seeing each other. It was all very amicable. Are... | Mary's getting engaged with Mike while Mary broke up with Paul amicably. Mary then tells Mary their friends' gossips. And they find a guy and decide to invite him over. |
train_309 | Lora: Hello, may I speak with the property manager, please?
Jeff: Hello, this is the property manager. How may I help you?
Lora: During that horrible rainstorm last night, my roof began to leak.
Jeff: What room was the leak in?
Lora: It was in our bedroom.
Jeff: Are you on the top floor, or is there another apartment a... | Lora reports the leak of Lora's bedroom roof to the property manager. The manager'll send a roofer out as soon as possible. |
train_310 | Othilia: How's it going?
Dorelle: I'm fine, thank you.
Othilia: Did you need help with something?
Dorelle: If I could, I would like to view the apartment sometime today.
Othilia: That won't be possible today.
Dorelle: Why is that?
Othilia: You can only view the apartment with an appointment.
Dorelle: I would like to ma... | Othilia tells Dorelle people can't view apartments without appointments. Othilia helps Dorelle make an appointment for Friday at 6 pm. |
train_311 | Hasheem: Could I meet with you to discuss the project?
Jannelle: Good idea. We could meet on Monday or Tuesday. Which day would you prefer?
Hasheem: Tuesday would be good for me.
Jannelle: OK. Do you think we should meet in the morning or in the afternoon?
Hasheem: I think the afternoon would be best.
Jannelle: That wi... | Hasheem and Jannelle would meet with the whole committee to discuss the project plans on Tuesday afternoon. |
train_312 | Gwendolen: Hi. I just lost my purse when I was shopping on the street. I guess somebody stole it from me.
Marcus: Sorry to hear that. Could you tell me what were in your purse?
Gwendolen: My mobile phone, passport and some cash.
Marcus: When did you come to America?
Gwendolen: Just a couple of days ago.
Marcus: Could y... | Gwendolen reports to Marcus that Gwendolen lost a purse. Marcus asks for Gwendolen's emergency contact person to contact her if any clues are found. |
train_313 | Torey: Can you show me how to use this phone?
Dorit: Yes, I can help you with that. Pick up the receiver and hit one of the buttons. Do you hear a tone?
Torey: No, I don't hear anything.
Dorit: Next you dial 9 on the keypad. You should hear the tone change. Did you hear it change?
Torey: I'm not sure.
Dorit: OK. Well, ... | Dorit shows Torey how to use the phone to make outside and inside calls. |
train_314 | Austina: Could I ask some questions regarding to the social benefits?
Lucy: Go ahead, please.
Austina: How long is my paid vacation every year?
Lucy: You'll have 10 days paid vacation every year.
Austina: What about the insurance and housing policies?
Lucy: We will provide you with life insurance, health insurance, acc... | Austina asks Lucy about the social benefits of Austina's offer. Lucy tells Austina about the paid vacation, insurance and housing policies, the frequency of the bonus, and training opportunities. Lucy'll give Austina the final answer soon. |
train_315 | Ariel: Excuse me, can you tell me where I can go fishing?
Yuri: I like fishing too. I usually fish near the lake.
Ariel: I want to go fishing today, but I have left my rod and fishing line at home.
Yuri: What a shame. | Yuri tells Ariel Yuri usually fishes near a lake. Ariel wants to go fishing but has left the equipment at home. |
train_316 | Lorine: Would you show me this brooch?
Janine: Yes, I would.
Lorine: What is this made of?
Janine: It's sapphire. We have only one brooch of this type. Will you try it on?
Lorine: Yes, I will. But how much is it?
Janine: Only 700 yuan.
Lorine: It's expensive for me.
Janine: How about this one? This is 500 yuan and the ... | Janine likes a sapphire brooch but it's too expensive. Lorine recommends another one which is cheaper but also genuine. |
train_317 | Yoshiko: Is it possible that I have a business trip abroad and work in American once in a while?
Noellyn: Yes. We are a foreign-invested company and there are many chances to go abroad.
Yoshiko: Is there any training program for the employees to make a further study?
Noellyn: Sure. We attach great importance to the all... | Noellyn tells Yoshiko about chances of going abroad and the training program for their employees. |
train_318 | Kittie: I'm trying to decide what school to apply for.
Essy: Are you thinking about a public school or a private one?
Kittie: I'm not sure. What's the difference between them?
Essy: Public schools are usually state funded, whereas private schools usually get their funding elsewhere.
Kittie: Which is better?
Essy: One i... | Kittie's deciding what school to apply for. Essy offers information about public schools and private ones. |
train_320 | Mr. Harrison: What's the matter, Alice?
Alice: Sorry, Mr. Harrison. I missed my train.
Mr. Harrison: Why did you miss the train?
Alice: Because I left home a little late.
Mr. Harrison: Did you get up late or something?
Alice: No. My aunt called me at the last minute.
Mr. Harrison: Tell her not to call you in the mornin... | Alice's late for the class because she missed the train. Mr. Harrison says she will not pass the class if being late again. |
train_321 | Natalie: What do you like to do in your spare time?
Rafe: I like to be with people. Last weekend I went to a Japanese friend's place. What about you?
Natalie: I like spending time in my room, reading, writing and thinking.
Rafe: Oh, I just remembered something important. You said you like writing, right? Could you writ... | Natalie and Rafe are talking about their hobbies, which reminds Rafe ofNatalie likes writing. Rafe's father is a magazine editor and he wants to read articles about Natalie's views on British culture. |
train_322 | Ms. Rowling: Hi, Ms. Rowling, how old were you when you started to write? And what was your first book?
Arleen: I wrote my first book when I about six. It was about a small tiger. And I've been writing ever since.
Ms. Rowling: Why did you choose to be an author?
Arleen: Well, if you want to achieve happiness, step one ... | Ms. Rowling tells Ms. Rowling about her experience of being a writer and ideas for the Harry Potter books. |
train_323 | Putnam: Let's see. That's two pairs of trousers, one lady's dress and one man's overcoat.
Upton: And this sports shirt too, all cleaned and ironed. When will they be ready?
Putnam: Is Sunday morning soon enough?
Upton: Well, yes, but I need that coat earlier.
Putnam: We do have a special quick service at an extra charg... | Upton sends some clothes to Putnam's store to have them cleaned and ironed. Upton needs the coat earlier so he has a special quick service. |
train_324 | Ruddie: Excuse me, Is there an airline flying to New York this afternoon?
Nellie: Sorry, sir. I can't sell you a ticket. Our computer is down.
Ruddie: If your computer is down, just write me a ticket.
Nellie: Sorry, I can't. The computer is the only one allowed doing so.
Ruddie: Hmm... Then what do all you people do?
N... | Ruddie wants an airline ticket to New York this afternoon, but the computer is down and Nellie can do nothing without it. Ruddie's being unreasonable. |
train_325 | Joleen: Hi, Gary. How handsome you are in the blue coat!
Gary: Thank you. I'm very glad to hear that.
Joleen: I like your new coat very much. Where did you get it?
Gary: Well, I got it from the department store where there are many clothes, from shirt to skirt, from jacket to coat.
Joleen: Oh. I know that store. Clothe... | Gary tells Joleen he managed to bring down the price of his new blue coat to half. Joleen requests Gary to help Joleen bargain for a cool hat. |
train_326 | Ignace: Did you have any kind of punishment in your life and studies?
Prue: Yes, just once.
Ignace: What was the reason?
Prue: I once played truant when I was in college because I intended to organize a donation activity for the disaster-hit areas in Sichuan. | Prue tells Ignace that Prue once was punished because Prue played truant in college. |
train_327 | Cammie: I have to do some shopping.
Chiquita: What are you going to look for?
Cammie: I'm trying to buy a new bedroom set.
Chiquita: What store are you going to?
Cammie: I'm not sure.
Chiquita: You don't know?
Cammie: I have no idea where to find one.
Chiquita: Would you like me to tell you where I got mine.
Ca... | Cammie wants a new bedroom set. Chiquita tells Cammie Chiquita got Chiquita's from IKEA. |
train_328 | Nelle: hey, Lily, what are you doing?
Lily: waiting for someone.
Nelle: you mean the boy you met on MSN?
Lily: you're right. He is so funny and I think I'm in love with him.
Nelle: you must be joking. You can't fall in love with someone you've never met!
Lily: I know, but I keep thinking of him every day. And I ge... | Lily tells Nelle she's in love with a boy she met on MSN. Nelle suggests she shouldn't take it too seriously and should enlarge her circle of real friends. |
train_329 | Perceval: Gordon, you're ever so late.
Gordon: Yes, I am sorry. I missed the bus.
Perceval: But there's a bus every ten minutes, and you are over an hour late.
Gordon: Well, I missed several buses.
Perceval: How on earth can you miss several buses?
Gordon: I, ah. . . , I got up late.
Perceval: Oh, come on, Gordon... | Gordon's over an hour late and tries to make excuses, but Perceval doesn't believe him at all. |
train_330 | Madelon: Make yourself at home.My house is always open to you.
Trevor: I've been looking forward to seeing you.
Madelon: Would you care for a drink?
Trevor: Just a cup of soda for me,please.
Madelon: What are you going to do next month?
Trevor: I'm thinking of going to Europe.
Madelon: Oh,really? And what are you... | Trevor is being a guest at Madelon's home. Trevor tells Madelon next month Trevor's traveling to Europe. |
train_331 | Betteann: Why do you want to be a teacher?
Elsie: It's a job I have been dreaming of for many years. While it is difficult, I am convinced that there is nothing more noble and rewarding than this profession.
Betteann: Do you know about our school?
Elsie: Yes, a little. I know your school is one of the best known in ... | Elsie wants to be a teacher because it's Elsie's dream job. |
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