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train_1000 | #Person1#: Tom has grown six inches within a year.
#Person2#: He has reached puberty. His mind and body both will change a lot.
#Person1#: Yeah, do you see his Adam's apple? It becomes bigger.
#Person2#: Time is flying. I still remember everything when he was a child. | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about Tom's change over time. | body growth |
train_1001 | #Person1#: What's the weather like in your city?
#Person2#: In the summer it gets very hot. The temperture is between often 37 and 40 centigrade. When it is hot we often get rains. The winters are drier.
#Person1#: The summer tempreture ususally often reaches about 20 or25 in my city. The rain falls mostly in the win... | In #Person2#'s city, the summer is hot and rainy, while the winter is drier; the sky is clear but it rarely snows. #Person2# likes to have a sand bath on the beach. In #Person1#'s city, it usually rains and snows; it has a few fogs; people go skating on the frozen river in winter and go boating in summer. | city weather |
train_1002 | #Person1#: Good morning , can I help you?
#Person2#: I want to American breakfast with fried eggs sunny side up.
#Person1#: What kind of juice do you prefer , sir?
#Person2#: Breakfast juice and please make my coffee very strong.
#Person1#: Yes , sir. American breakfast with fried eggs sunny side up. Breakfast juic... | #Person1# helps #Person2# order American breakfast with fried eggs and breakfast juice with strong coffee. #Person2# also orders tomato or orange juice. #Person1# asks #Person2# to sign the bill first. | order food |
train_1003 | #Person1#: I can bet the farm that you will regret about your decision. You cannot find a better one.
#Person2#: How can you be so sure? You haven't been together with her, have you?
#Person1#: No. But I'm sure she is a good girl. My sixth sense tells me so.
#Person2#: Then try it yourself. | #Person1# thinks #Person2#'ll regret not choosing the girl but #Person2# doesn't think so. | regret |
train_1004 | #Person1#: Excuse me, madam, I wonder if you could help me.
#Person2#: Yes.
#Person1#: Do you happen to know anything about the Flower Show?
#Person2#: Well, it is in the Forest Park.
#Person1#: Can you tell me something about it? Is it interesting?
#Person2#: I'm afraid I'm not really sure because I have not had the t... | #Person1# asks #Person2# to tell him about the Flower Show. #Person2# tells him the show is beautiful and opens in the afternoon as her daughter said. | the flower show |
train_1005 | #Person1#: Lost and found. How can I help you?
#Person2#: I'm ringing because I lost my bag yesterday.
#Person1#: I see. Well, we received 8 bags yesterday. What color is it?
#Person2#: It's black.
#Person1#: Em, I've got 3 bags here. Can you give me some more information?
#Person2#: It's quite large. I wear it over my... | #Person2#'s bag was lost yesterday. Based on the information given by #Person2#, #Person1# found the bag. | lost and found |
train_1006 | #Person1#: We are finally in our last year of highschool. How exciting! I can't wait to graduate.
#Person2#: Neither can I. But I don't think this year is going to be that easy.
#Person1#: What do you mean?
#Person2#: Well, in order to get into a good college, we have to take challenging classes this year.
#Person1#: O... | #Person1# and #Person2# are in the last year of high school. #Person2# takes challenging classes and volunteers at the hospital. But #Person1# still plans to enjoy #Person1#'s self. | school plan |
train_1007 | #Person1#: Why are you looking so upset? What's the problem?
#Person2#: I have to write a long article and I just can't come up with any ideas. And I have to hand it in tomorrow.
#Person1#: That shouldn't be too difficult. Remember those pictures you showed me last week?
#Person2#: Sure. I've got them here.
#Person1#: ... | #Person2#'s stuck on an article. #Person1# suggests writing about the impressions of the pyramids. #Person2# thinks it's a good idea. | writing inspiration |
train_1008 | #Person1#: I want to book a bus tour for the middle of June.
#Person2#: Well, we have red and blue routes. The main attractions on the red route are the White House, the Lincoln Memorial and the Smithsonian Museum.
#Person1#: How do I book the tickets?
#Person2#: Well, you could do that by phone with one of our operato... | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# can book tickets for red or blue routes by phone or on the website. #Person2# also reminds #Person1# to book at least one week before #Person1# comes. | book tickets |
train_1009 | #Person1#: You look rather pale. Are you feeling well?
#Person2#: Not very. I was sick most of the night. I didn't sleep very well.
#Person1#: What seems to be the matter? Is it the flu?
#Person2#: No, I think it was something I ate. We ate at that new restaurant last night and I must have eaten something that didn't a... | #Person2#'s sick because of the food at the new restaurant. #Person1# and #Person2# think the restaurant should be investigated because Jerry has the same situation. | food poison |
train_1010 | #Person1#: Hello, it is Carol, isn't it?
#Person2#: Oh! Mike? Oh my goodness, I haven't seen you for ages.
#Person1#: Nice to see you again after all these years. What have you been doing?
#Person2#: Well, I tried many things after we left school. I'm now working for a large oil company, in charge of sales mainly, so I... | Carol and Mike haven't seen each other for ages. They share their occupations with each other. Carol then asks Mike for his address and phone number. | social meeting |
train_1011 | #Person1#: A new school year is coming, but I learned that some children will not go to school. Are they dropping out?
#Person2#: No, they just learn at home with their parents as teachers.
#Person1#: Ah? How do they get teaching materials?
#Person2#: From educational companies, city libraries and the internet.
#Person... | #Person2# tells #Person1# some children learn at home with their parents as teachers. #Person2# thinks homeschooling works but #Person1# doubts that. | homeschooling |
train_1012 | #Person1#: Hi, what can I do for you?
#Person2#: I'd like to send this package to France. Can it be delivered in the next 5 days?
#Person1#: Yes, we offer an overnight service. It'll cost $70.
#Person2#: Ah, that's a bit expensive. Do you have a 3 days service?
#Person1#: No, but we can get your package to France in on... | #Person1#'ll send #Person2#'s package to France in one week for $40 without tracing service. | package delivery service |
train_1013 | #Person1#: Are you here about your ticket?
#Person2#: Yes, I am, Your Honor.
#Person1#: What is your argument?
#Person2#: Your Honor, the police officer pulled me over for speeding.
#Person1#: You must've been speeding.
#Person2#: No, Your Honor, I was not.
#Person1#: Tell me how many miles per hour you were going.
#Pe... | #Person2# argues #Person2# wasn't speeding and #Person1# lets #Person2# go with just a warning. | argue the ticket |
train_1014 | #Person1#: Hello, this is ABC Corporation. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I ' m enquiring about your advertisement for a sales manager in today ' s newspaper. Is this position still open?
#Person1#: Yes, but do you have any experiences as a sales manager?
#Person2#: Yes, I have a lot of previous experiences in sales. ... | Brian wants to apply for a sales manager at ABC Corporation. Brian says he's very experienced. #Person1#'ll set up an interview for him. | job application |
train_1015 | #Person1#: Can you tell me, Ms. Smith, about the training programs you initiated this year?
#Person2#: We ran a call center training service and language program to ensure that our customer service representatives are well trained.
#Person1#: What ' s the result?
#Person2#: We directly attribute an increase in our cust... | Ms. Smith tells #Person1# about the training program which has greatly increased their customer service feedback. | the training program |
train_1016 | #Person1#: Good afternoon, madam. How can I help you?
#Person2#: Well, I am a bit out of shape. I'm thinking about getting some exercises to keep fit.
#Person1#: Oh, that's good news for us.
#Person2#: So what do you provide?
#Person1#: First of all, we'll design a custom-made work-out plan according to your habits.
#P... | #Person2# wants to exercise and consults #Person1#. #Person1# tells her about the custom-made work-out plan, personal trainers, and the charge. #Person2# decides to try for one month. | get some exercise |
train_1017 | #Person1#: I don't know if you remember, but with honest every day last year we tided the knot.
#Person2#: Of course I remember, actually, I am very surprised you remembered, I thought for sure you would forget.
#Person1#: How could I ever forget? I even bought you roses because I love you.
#Person2#: They are so beaut... | #Person1# and #Person2# recall the past happiness and difficulties they have encountered and wish each other a happy anniversary. | happy anniversary |
train_1018 | #Person1#: Good coming! Welcome to J P Interior Design.
#Person2#: Hi, I saw the sign outside says that you do all kinds of interior design.
#Person1#: Yes, we do. Do you have any specific needs?
#Person2#: Well, I am thinking about redesigning my kitchen.
#Person1#: Do you prefer some specific style?
#Person2#: Yes, I... | #Person2# asks J P Interior Design to redesign #Person2#'s kitchen in a more contemporary way. #Person1#'ll look at the kitchen first this Sunday. | redesign the kitchen |
train_1019 | #Person1#: How often are stockholders meetings held?
#Person2#: Stockholders meetings are held biannually. Usually the meetings are scheduled for spring and fall. In between the meetings, each stockholder receives biannual reports. Financial statements are made once a year.
#Person1#: What percentage of the stockholder... | #Person2# tells #Person1# stockholders meetings are held biannually. Only a low percentage of the stockholders who hold a certain amount of shares can attend. | stockholders meetings |
train_1020 | #Person1#: Cheer!
#Person2#: Cheer!
#Person1#: So what time tomorrow?
#Person2#: Half past seven in the morning.
#Person1#: Where to meet?
#Person2#: In the market.
#Person1#: OK. Bottoms up.
#Person2#: Bottoms up.
#Person1#: It's on me.
#Person2#: Thank you. This place is nice. | #Person1# drinks with #Person2#. They arrange tomorrow's meeting. | make an appointment |
train_1021 | #Person1#: Has everything been OK with you lately?
#Person2#: I haven't been able to get a good night's sleep lately. I'm exhausted!
#Person1#: Have you been too busy to get enough sleep?
#Person2#: I try to go to sleep, but I just can't stay asleep.
#Person1#: How late do you try to go to sleep?
#Person2#: I go to bed... | #Person2# hasn't been able to sleep well lately because #Person2#'s worried about paying #Person2#'s tuition. #Person1# suggests listening to relaxing music. | sleep problem |
train_1022 | #Person1#: My daughter plans to quit her present job and wants to find another. She says she wants to get a better job with higher pay.
#Person2#: It seems quite normal to me. It is pretty much what I want to do.
#Person1#: But what about settling down to start a family? Doesn't anyone want to get married any more?
#Pe... | #Person1#'s daughter wants to strive to work instead of settling down and starting a family. #Person2# tells #Person1# that nowadays people prefer natural love to forcing love. | natural love |
train_1023 | #Person1#: I have a problem.
#Person2#: What's the problem?
#Person1#: My mattress was supposed to be delivered today.
#Person2#: Is there a problem?
#Person1#: The delivery people showed up four hours late.
#Person2#: I apologize for their tardiness.
#Person1#: I was late for work because of them.
#Person2#: Again, I ... | #Person2# agrees to refund #Person1#'s delivery fee since the delivery of the mattress was late. | refund |
train_1024 | #Person1#: The dinner was really good. It knocked my socks off.
#Person2#: That's very kind of you to say so. Let's try some after-dinner wines.
#Person1#: Great. Sweet wines are my favorite. They always make a great finish to a decisions meal.
#Person2#: Do you prefer brandy or ports.
#Person1#: Port, please.
#Person2... | #Person2# suggests trying some after-dinner wines and #Person1# chooses port. #Person1# loves its taste and suggests trying some Canadian ice wine next time. | after-dinner wine |
train_1025 | #Person1#: Mary and I decided to ring the curtain down on our love affair.
#Person2#: What? You have been in love for six years, haven't you?
#Person1#: Don't make a fuss. Many people divorce after having living together for many years.
#Person2#: What a pity. | #Person1# tells #Person2# Mary and #Person1# decided to break up. | break-up |
train_1026 | #Person1#: What are the seasons like in your city?
#Person2#: Summers are hot and usually lasts a long time. Winters are short, but cold, wet, and windy. I love the summers in my city, but I hate the wintertime.
#Person1#: Does it ever rain in summer?
#Person2#: We usually get a big thunderstorm every two weeks, but ap... | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the weather of different seasons in their cities. In #Person2#'s city, summers are long, hot, and dry while winters are short, cold, and wet. #Person1#'s city's summertime is #Person2#'s city's wintertime and vice versa. The weather there is generally wetter and milder. | seasons |
train_1027 | #Person1#: May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'm going to Europe on business and I need to purchase some Traveller's Cheques.
#Person1#: That's no problem. Which currency would you like to buy?
#Person2#: I think Euros will be the best, as I'll only be in Mainland Europe.
#Person1#: Of course. Do you have your passport w... | #Person1# helps #Person2# purchase traveler's cheques worth 5000 Euros. | purchase traveler's cheques |
train_1028 | #Person1#: I need to find a new place to live.
#Person2#: Yeah? Why? Don't you like living with me?
#Person1#: Oh, it's not you. I just want my own place.
#Person2#: Well, check the newspaper.
#Person1#: Jeez. . . I didn't realize a single bedroom apartment went for so much these days.
#Person2#: Yeah, prices have real... | #Person1# wants to find a new place to live. #Person2# suggests checking the newspaper. #Person1# finds a satisfying apartment and will go to see it tonight. | find an apartment |
train_1029 | #Person1#: Why don't you sit down and relax, darling?
#Person2#: I don't want to.
#Person1#: Well, come over and talk to me then.
#Person2#: Certainly not.
#Person1#: May I turn on the TV then?
#Person2#: Turn on the TV, for what?
#Person1#: So that we can sit down together and listen to some music.
#Person2#: Listen t... | #Person1# asks #Person2# to get some rest and relax but #Person2# refuses. #Person2# is in a mood. | refusal |
train_1030 | #Person1#: Hi. I need a wake-up call tomorrow.
#Person2#: What time would you like your wake-up call?
#Person1#: I need two calls, one at 7 and another at 7 fifteen.
#Person2#: That is no problem at all, of course. You'll get a call at 7 o'colock and another at 7 fifteen.
#Person1#: Then again, I think 7 fifteen is too... | #Person1# asks #Person2# to give #Person1# two wake-up calls tomorrow morning at 7:00 and 7:30. | morning calls |
train_1031 | #Person1#: Mom, I'm ready for school.
#Person2#: Let me feel your forehead. I'm so glad it wasn't strep throat.
#Person1#: I don't have a fever, and I'm ready for my test.
#Person2#: But I'm not sure you're strong enough yet. Here's some seafood rice soup I made. It's delicious.
#Person1#: I'm fine, Mom. I feel so much... | #Person1# recovers from illness and wants to go to school. #Person1#'s mom isn't sure #Person1#'s strong enough but #Person1# insists on going to school. | go to school |
train_1032 | #Person1#: OK. sir. Your room is done. Is there anything else I can do for you?
#Person2#: Would you please help me send these clothes to the laundry?
#Person1#: OK. sir.
#Person2#: When will they be ready?
#Person1#: All the laundry will be ready by 5
#Person2#: That's fine. Thank you. | #Person2# requests #Person1# to send some clothes to the laundry. | laundry |
train_1033 | #Person1#: I have no idea what to buy for Mary for her birthday.
#Person2#: Me neither! Would you like to go in and buy her a gift together?
#Person1#: Yes, that would be good!
#Person2#: We need to think about what she might like. What are her interests?
#Person1#: If I remember right, she likes music, skiing, and rea... | #Person1# and #Person2# decide to buy Mary's birthday gifts together. They'll call Mary's roommate, Malia, for suggestions. | a birthday gift |
train_1034 | #Person1#: I've been waiting here in the conference room for ten minutes already. What time does our meeting start? Where is everyone anyway?
#Person2#: Didn't you hear about that? Our meeting was proponed until Friday.
#Person1#: What? The meeting was proponed? No one told me anything about it.
#Person2#: Didn't you g... | #Person1# finds #Person1# wasn't informed that a meeting was postponed. #Person2# tells #Person1# the memo was sent to the whole office and was also posted in the break-room. #Person1#'ll talk to the secretary. | a missing memo |
train_1035 | #Person1#: Your house is very old. Does it need redecorating?
#Person2#: Yes, it really needs redecorating.
#Person1#: Shall I help you with it?
#Person2#: I don't suppose you could.
#Person1#: I have much time. I suppose it can be done.
#Person2#: I'll be glad if you would. | #Person1# offers to help #Person2# redecorate #Person2#'s old house. | redecorate the house |
train_1036 | #Person1#: Which impresses you more, a book or a movie?
#Person2#: The latter one would be my favorite. A great many movies have impressed me. But the first time what I watched was Titanic. In my memory, I first watched Titanic when I was a pupil in the second grade, though I didn't know too much about the love between... | #Person2# tells #Person1# that movies impress #Person2# more than books and describes #Person2#'s feelings towards the movie Titanic. | an impressive move |
train_1037 | #Person1#: Lisa, I heard you worked as a guide at the Natural History Museum at the weekend.
#Person2#: Yes. I told the visitors about butterflies and their living habits. It was fun. Did you have a good weekend?
#Person1#: Yeah, but I'm kind of tired now. I stayed up late watching the soccer game. | Lisa worked as a guide at a museum while #Person1# stayed up watching soccer games at the weekend. | weekend activities |
train_1038 | #Person1#: Where are you going to plant the tree? By the front door?
#Person2#: No, that would be silly. It'll grow too big. I'm going to put it at the back of the garage.
#Person1#: I thought it would be better right at the other end of the garden.
#Person2#: Oh, no. | #Person1# and #Person2# have different ideas about where to plant a tree. | plant a tree |
train_1039 | #Person1#: Hey, Brandon.
#Person2#: Yeah.
#Person1#: Um ... Um ...
#Person2#: What?
#Person1#: Well, I need to talk to you, and I'm not really sure how to do it. It's kind of difficult, but I kind of, I need to talk to you about something.
#Person2#: Alright. Go ahead.
#Person1#: Okay. You know, Stephanie. [Yeah.] You'... | #Person1# tells Brandon that his girlfriend Stephanie, who is also #Person1#'s sister, is back on drugs. Brandon doesn't know it and can't believe it. #Person1# tells Brandon that Stephanie has been skipping work lately and borrowed a thousand bucks from #Person1#. She also stole the fifty bucks in Brandon's car. Moreo... | drug addiction |
train_1040 | #Person1#: You often come to school late as well. Yesterday, for example, you...
#Person2#: Yes. I'm very sorry about that. You see, my alarm clock didn't work and...
#Person1#: Your alarm clock? But you told me yesterday that the bus had broken down!
#Person2#: Oh, did I? I just forgot to say that my clock didn't work... | #Person2# concocts excuses for being late for school today and yesterday. #Person2# then asks for a leave tomorrow, saying #Person2#'s grandmother's in hospital, but #Person1# points out that what #Person1# says is inconsistent with #Person2#'s previous statements. | make excuses |
train_1041 | #Person1#: I used to go to the cinema a lot. It did make a nice night out, but not now.
#Person2#: No, I don't either. There aren't any good adventurous stories like the movies they made when I was young. | #Person1# and #Person2# don't go to the cinema a lot now. #Person2# thinks the stories aren't adventurous anymore. | movies |
train_1042 | #Person1#: May I take this book out? I need it work on my paper for Dr. Smith's history class.
#Person2#: I'm afraid not. The book has been put on reserve by Dr. Smith. Unless you have his written permission, we won't lend it out. | #Person2# tells #Person1# #Person1# cannot take the book out because it's been reserved by Dr. Smith. | borrow a book |
train_1043 | #Person1#: I don't enjoy dating anymore. I can't seem to find anyone I have anything in common with.
#Person2#: Don't feel discouraged. Be patient. As you are so distinguished, you will definitely find the person who is right for you.
#Person1#: To tell you the truth, I am tired of being alone. I hope to find my Mrs. R... | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# doesn't enjoy dating anymore and is tired of being alone. #Person2# suggests trying Internet matchmaking service and tells him how this works. #Person1# thinks it unreliable. | Internet matchmaking service |
train_1044 | #Person1#: So, how long have you been living here?
#Person2#: About six months now.
#Person1#: Why did you choose Beirut?
#Person2#: Because, Mike-my husband-and I have always loved Arab culture and the language. Mike's an English teacher and he got a job here in a language school.
#Person1#: Why did you want to take a... | #Person2# tells #Person1# she and her husband moved to Beirut because they loved Arab culture and she took a year off to have a break from teaching and learn drawing. #Person1# then recommends a fantastic art teacher. | social casual talk |
train_1045 | #Person1#: Congratulations on breaking the records at the recent Olympics, Miss Green!
#Person2#: Thank you, Mr. Rarker.
#Person1#: Oh, look at those trophies! You became a swimming star at the age of fifteen, didn't you?
#Person2#: Yeah, you're right.
#Person1#: Could you tell me something about your plans for the fut... | #Person1# congratulates Miss Green on breaking the records at the recent Olympics, but Miss Green says she'll give up swimming because she's too old to be a swimmer and she wants to enjoy more important things in life. | give up swimming |
train_1046 | #Person1#: How are the children doing at sport?
#Person2#: I'm very pleased with their performances. Timmy can cover the 100 meters in 12 seconds. That's very fast for a kid his age.
#Person1#: He's not very good at the long jump though, is he?
#Person2#: He's not bad. He can jump a distance of over four meters. I t... | #Person2# tells #Person1# about the kids' satisfying performance at sports. Timmy can run very fast, Jimmy's good at the high jump, a few of the boys and one girl can run 1500 meters very fast, and Kate's good at diving. | kids' sport performance |
train_1047 | #Person1#: I'm so hungry. Shall we go eat now, Rick?
#Person2#: sure. Where do you want to go? Are you in the mood for anything in particular?
#Person1#: how about some dumplings? I just can't get enough of them.
#Person2#: dumplings again? ! Oh, Amy, let's try something new!
#Person1#: well, what do you have in mi... | Amy and Rick talk about what to eat. They finally decide on Yuangyang pot and the sliced noodles. | what to eat |
train_1048 | #Person1#: Hi, Nally, are you hungry?
#Person2#: I'm starving. Let's go grab a bite.
#Person1#: Where to?
#Person2#: How about Karlis?
#Person1#: Are you kidding? That place is too ritzy for lunch.
#Person2#: True . ok Let's go to Gerumose?
#Person1#: Same thing, meals there all coarsen arm and leg.
#Person2#: I... | #Person1# and Nally talk about where to have lunch. They finally go to Multicolor for a quick lunch. #Person1# thinks the food was good but the service was lousy | have lunch |
train_1049 | #Person1#: No, Vince, not next week. Now. You need to guarantee me 5 percent.
#Person2#: But you just said 4 percent!
#Person1#: If the next word out of your mouth isn't Yes it's going up to 6 percent.
#Person2#: Yes! OK, yes. Stop it! You are just ruthless.
#Person1#: That's why you love me. One other thing. Did y... | #Person1# forces Vince to guarantee #Person1# 5 percent. #Person1#'s looking for someone using green notes. | daily casual talk |
train_1050 | #Person1#: May I help you, sir?
#Person2#: Yes, please. I'm looking for a cotton polo shirt.
#Person1#: Any particular colour?
#Person2#: Not really.
#Person1#: How about this one?
#Person2#: I like the design, but don't particularly care for the colour. Do you have that in other colours, too?
#Person1#: Well, th... | #Person2#'s looking for a cotton polo shirt and #Person1# offers recommendations. | shopping |
train_1051 | #Person1#: What do you think about this store? I heard it's a posh store that's only got branches in big cities.
#Person2#: I love this store. The only problem is that it's extremely expensive.
#Person1#: Don't worry. I've decided that for your birthday I'm going to take you shopping for a new dress.
#Person2#: Real... | #Person1# and #Person2# are shopping. #Person1# buys #Person2# a fantastic white dress as her birthday gift at a posh store. | a fantastic dress |
train_1052 | #Person1#: I hear you're being sent to Madrid for the annual conference. Is that right?
#Person2#: Yes, it would be my first trip overseas. Actually, it's going to be my first time leaving the country.
#Person1#: Are you serious? You haven't even been anywhere on vacation?
#Person2#: No, I have never vacationed anyw... | #Person2# will go to Madrid for the annual conference, which would be #Person2#'s first trip overseas. #Person2# has everything except for #Person2#'s luggage ready. #Person1# offers to take #Person2# to the airport. | first trip overseas |
train_1053 | #Person1#: I am thinking about resigning from my current job.
#Person2#: Have you thought about it seriously?
#Person1#: Yes, I have been thinking about it for quite a while. Now I finally make up my mind to leave. I have given my resignation letter to our boss last Friday.
#Person2#: Ok, did you find a new company?... | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person1# is resigning from the current job and will move on to XYZ company. | resign the job |
train_1054 | #Person1#: We've got a new manager in our department.
#Person2#: Oh? You hoped to get that job, didn't you?
#Person1#: Yes, I did.
#Person2#: I'm sorry. That's too bad. Who is it? Who got the job, I mean?
#Person1#: Someone called Drexler. Carl Drexler. He's been with the company onlytwo years. I've been here longe... | #Person1# thinks it's because she's a woman that she didn't get promoted while #Person2# thinks it's because #Person1# doesn't pay attention to her dressing. #Person1# disagrees and believes being good at her job is enough while #Person2# thinks it isn't the only important thing in this company. | office arguement |
train_1055 | #Person1#: I can't believe you wear jeans to the office! Are you trying to lose your job?
#Person2#: Of course not. I'm just observing casual day. On Fridays, the company doesn't require us to wear formal business attire.
#Person1#: Wow! Nobody told me about that. Won't the relaxed dress code damage the company image... | #Person2# tells #Person1# they don't need to wear business attire on casual days. #Person2# believes employees can maintain a professional image without wearing uncomfortable clothes and are more productive on casual days. | dress code |
train_1056 | #Person1#: How did you choose courses when you were abroad?
#Person2#: That's a very good question. Choosing proper courses and effectively planning a college schedule is very important to the progress toward your educational goal. In order to do these wisely and effectively, you should consult with a Program Adviser ... | #Person2# tells #Person1# students should consult with a Program Advisor or Academic Counselor when choosing courses abroad and explains what a Program Advisor or an Academic Counselor is. | choose courses abroad |
train_1057 | #Person1#: But still, I didn't want this wallpaper. And every time I try to open a program, all I see is a cross-dressing Bush.
#Person2#: I heard about that horrible virus! It automatically e-mails itself as an attachment to everyone in your address book.
#Person1#: Well, it's already got on my computer. How do I ge... | #Person1#'s computer has got a horrible virus and #Person2# suggests having the IT department run a virus disinfection program. | computer virus |
train_1058 | #Person1#: Welcome.
#Person2#: Hi, John. Hey, you've done a good job decorating this place. Really nice.
#Person1#: Thanks. I'm glad you like it. Can I get you a drink?
#Person2#: No, thanks. Let's go to prepare dinner. I am getting hungry.
#Person1#: Here is the kitchen. I will chop the onions. Could you take the meat... | #Person2# comes to John's house and admires the decoration. They will have John's special dumplings for dinner and #Person2# helps John prepare it. | prepare dinner |
train_1059 | #Person1#: Excuse me, Mr. Brooke, I almost forgot there was a phone message here for you. Professor Johnson called and asked you to call him back.
#Person2#: Where is he now? Do you know?
#Person1#: He's staying in the Blackwood Hotel room 509.
#Person2#: Thank you. Do you happen to have the number of the Blackwood Hot... | #Person1# tells Mr. Brooke Professor Johnson called and asked him to call back. #Person1# suggests dialing 114 to get Johnson's hotel's number and changes a dollar for him to use the public phone. | a phone message |
train_1060 | #Person1#: I can't sleep.
#Person2#: What's wrong dear?
#Person1#: I don't know. I just can't sleep.
#Person2#: Is there anything bothering you?
#Person1#: Maybe. I have a test on Friday and I'm worried I won't get a good grade.
#Person2#: Well. You have a few days left the study. Is there anything I can do to help?
#P... | #Person1# can't sleep because #Person1#'s worried about a test. Dad will help #Person1# understand some ideas #Person1# can't get. | sleep problems |
train_1061 | #Person1#: Hi, I was told to see you about going sightseeing.
#Person2#: It is my pleasure. I am here to help direct visitors to popular places to visit, eat and shop.
#Person1#: OK, where shall we begin my trip?
#Person2#: I would suggest the History Museum.
#Person1#: I've already seen it.
#Person2#: Let me see. What... | #Person1# consults #Person2# about going sightseeing. #Person2# suggests going to Central Park and the shopping mall around. | go sightseeing |
train_1062 | #Person1#: Would you like to come by and play bridge?
#Person2#: Well, let's see. Why don't we go dancing for a change? We haven't done that for a long time.
#Person1#: Well, to tell the truth, I don't really feel like it tonight. I had a pretty hard day and I'm sort of tired.
#Person2#: Hmm. Well, in that case, we cou... | #Person2# suggests dancing or going to the movies, but #Person1# prefers to play bridge although because #Person1#'s tired. #Person1# calls Janet and Tom to come over and play bridge. | play bridge |
train_1063 | #Person1#: my mp3 player is broken, so I want to change it for an mp4 player. Can you offer any advice about which brand and model to buy?
#Person2#: an mp4 player? why don't you buy a new cell phone? You can find an mp4 player inside any of the latest cell phones.
#Person1#: Oh, that's a good idea. Perhaps I should ha... | #Person1# wants to buy an mp4 player. #Person2# suggests buying a new cell phone because it has more functions and a larger flash memory and it's easy to carry. #Person1# thinks it's a good idea. | a cell phone |
train_1064 | #Person1#: You're really fit, Paul. Do you exercise very much?
#Person2#: Well, I almost always get up very early, and I lift weights for an hour.
#Person1#: You're kidding!
#Person2#: No. And then I often go Rollerblading.
#Person1#: Wow! How often do you exercise like that?
#Person2#: About five times a week. What ab... | Paul is fit because he exercises very often while #Person1# hardly ever exercises. | exercise |
train_1065 | #Person1#: Hello, sir, what can I do for you today?
#Person2#: Hello, I need a new suit. I have an important interview next week, so I really need to look sharp.
#Person1#: No problem! We have a broad selection of suits, all tailored made so that it will fit perfectly.
#Person2#: Great! I want a three piece suit, prefe... | #Person1#'s helping #Person2# tailor-make a new suit because #Person2# needs to look sharp for an important interview next week. | a new suit |
train_1066 | #Person1#: Good morning. May I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I'd like to check out now. My name's Adams, room 312. Here's the key.
#Person1#: One moment, please, sir.... Here's your bill. Would you like to check and see if the amount is correct?
#Person2#: What's the 14 pounds for?
#Person1#: That's for the phone calls you... | Adams checks out with #Person1#'s assistance. Adams checks the bill and pays with traveller's cheques. | check out |
train_1067 | #Person1#: Hello. I'm Duty Manager today ; you wanted to speak to me?
#Person2#: Yes. I hope you can help. I'm interested in obtaining a Working Capital Loan. So, I was wondering what you offer here? Do you have various types?
#Person1#: Yes, Sir. We can provide these loans in both local and foreign currency, Temporary... | #Person2# consults #Person1# about obtaining a Working Capital Loan, but #Person2#'s not sure what #Person2# requires. | loan consultation |
train_1068 | #Person1#: Show me a smaller pair of trousers, sir. I am not that fat, you see.
#Person2#: You've come to the right place. We've got various styles and sizes recently. How much do you measure around your waist?
#Person1#: I have no idea. Measure me, please.
#Person2#: OK! 2 Chi round. Try this one. Maybe it's of your s... | #Person2# measures #Person1#'s waist and assists #Person1# in trying on trousers. #Person1# finally finds a perfectly-fit one and he will buy it. | a perfect fit |
train_1069 | #Person1#: Okay, Rebecca. Now you'Ve given me a good idea of your work and academic background, but what about you as a person? How would you describe your key strengths?
#Person2#: Well, Mr. Parsons, as I mentioned before I'm someone who needs new challenges. I'm really focused and hard-working. I think my academic re... | Rebecca tells Mr. Parsons about her key strengths, personal qualities, and her most positive quality. | job interview |
train_1070 | #Person1#: Can I help you?
#Person2#: Is this the right subway to the Wall Street?
#Person1#: Yes, it is.
#Person2#: Could you tell me shall I take the express or local train?
#Person1#: Sure. The local train. It stops at every station.
#Person2#: Which of them is the local train, please?
#Person1#: You take the D trai... | #Person1# tells #Person2# how to take the local train to get to Wall Street. | ask for information |
train_1071 | #Person1#: I wish it was a nicer day today.
#Person2#: That is true. I hope it doesn't rain.
#Person1#: It wouldn't rain in the middle of the summer.
#Person2#: It wouldn't seem right if it started raining right now.
#Person1#: It would be weird if it started raining in ninety degree weather.
#Person2#: Any rain right ... | #Person1# and #Person2# hope it doesn't rain today and want it to cool down some. They both prefer winter to summer | weather |
train_1072 | #Person1#: I hate carrying so much cash with me.
#Person2#: Don't you have a credit card?
#Person1#: I have one but it can only be used in my country.
#Person2#: Why don't you change the cash to traveler's checks? It's much more convenient and safer. When you are abroad, you can cash them.
#Person1#: Well, that's great... | #Person2# advises #Person1# to change the cash to traveller's checks. | traveler's checks |
train_1073 | #Person1#: I have read your resume. What is your last job?
#Person2#: I've worked in the Production Department for two years.
#Person1#: Could you introduce your biggest accomplishments in your last job?
#Person2#: Working with my colleagues, we were able to increase the production efficiency by 5 %.
#Person1#: Great! ... | #Person2# tells #Person1# about #Person2#'s last job, #Person2#'s educational background, and the reason to work for #Person1#'s company. | job interview |
train_1074 | #Person1#: I heard the film was after the novel The Godfather.
#Person2#: Who wrote it?
#Person1#: Mario Puku.
#Person2#: Who're the producer, the director, the stars, heroine and the hero?
#Person1#: I'm always interested in how, but seldom pay much attention to who. | #Person1# and #Person2# are talking about the film The Godfather. | film discussion |
train_1075 | #Person1#: What would you like to have in your breakfast, bread, egg or sandwiches?
#Person2#: Bread.
#Person1#: And milk or orange juice?
#Person2#: Orange juice.
#Person1#: What would you like for lunch, pork, mutton or beef?
#Person2#: I think mutton is best.
#Person1#: What kind of drink do you like most, red wine,... | #Person1# interviews #Person2# about what #Person2# would like for breakfast and lunch, #Person2#'s favorite fruit, and where #Person2# always has meals. | interview |
train_1076 | #Person1#: Excuse me, sir. Could you spare a minute?
#Person2#: Uh, yes.
#Person1#: Do you go to work by train every day.
#Person2#: Yes. I commute five days a week by train.
#Person1#: And would you mind telling us what you think of the rail service?
#Person2#: It's really very good.
#Person1#: Why do you say that?
#P... | #Person1# interviews #Person2# about #Person2#'s commuting ways and #Person2#'s opinions about the rail service. | rail service |
train_1077 | #Person1#: I don't know why people are just mad about David Peckham. Is there really anything so fascinating with him?
#Person2#: He appeals to the fans thanks to two things
#Person1#: you mean he plays well? Yeah, he often scores by free kicks in crucial games. But a football match is by no means merely a show of taki... | #Person1# and #Person2# are discussing why David Peckham is so popular. #Person2# thinks he appeals to the fans due to his playing skills and his facial charm. | David Peckham |
train_1078 | #Person1#: What's so special today?
#Person2#: Why?
#Person1#: Didn't you notice all the roses?
#Person2#: It's July 7th. Chinese Valentine's Day!
#Person1#: Oh, God. I just forget it.
#Person2#: I thought you had trouble with Clive!
#Person1#: No. But now he will be in bigger trouble! What's a boyfriend for? Forget ab... | #Person2# reminds #Person1# of Valentine's Day. #Person1# thinks her boyfriend Clive forgot it but then Clive asks #Person1# out to a movie. | Valentine's Day |
train_1079 | #Person1#: Have you ever made any plan for your future?
#Person2#: Of course I have. I'd like to marry a handsome man and have two children if possible.
#Person1#: Not me. I'd like to be a bachelor forever.
#Person2#: I don't believe you can make it when you meet your Mrs. Right. | #Person2# wants to get married while #Person1# wants to be a bachelor forever. | plan for future |
train_1080 | #Person1#: Good afternoon. Swiss Airline. Miss Grown speaking. Can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes. I'd like to make a reservation to Los Angeles on Sep. 19th.
#Person1#: Just a moment, please. Let me check for you. ( A moment later ) Thank you for waiting. I am sorry but our flights are fully booked on that day. The next a... | #Person2# makes a flight reservation to Los Angeles with #Person1#'s assistance. | reserve a seat |
train_1081 | #Person1#: I am here to tell you that the clothes are very much to taste of our market and the customers are quite satisfied with the excellent quality.
#Person2#: We are very glad to hear that. We are sure that there will be a bigger market for our products in this country.
#Person1#: Well, we have an extensive sales ... | #Person1# tells #Person2# #Person2#'s products are popular among Asian customers, so #Person1# would like to hand a sole agent for #Person2#. | business talk |
train_1082 | #Person1#: Do you like shopping at flea markets?
#Person2#: l love it. There is always something fascinating to discover.
#Person1#: The antiques market here in Paris is very famous. It's called Le marche aux puces de Saint-Ouen.
#Person2#: That's not very easy to say.
#Person1#: It's also known as Les Puces, which mea... | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the famous flea market in Paris -- Les Puces. | flea market |
train_1083 | #Person1#: Sir, your hair is done. Anything else I can do for you?
#Person2#: I'd like to have a shave.
#Person1#: All right, sir. Would you lie back so that I can shave you?
#Person2#: Sure. But my beard is rough.
#Person1#: Don't worry, sir. I've never cut a customer. Shall I trim your moustache?
#Person2#: Yes, plea... | #Person2# gets his hair done and has his beard shaved with #Person1#'s assistance. | haircut and shave |
train_1084 | #Person1#: What case do you have against the police?
#Person2#: I want to take them to court for arresting me.
#Person1#: I don't understand.
#Person2#: There was no reason for them to arrest me.
#Person1#: They let you go, didn't they?
#Person2#: They released me the next morning.
#Person1#: They detained you at the s... | #Person2# tells #Person1# that #Person2# wants to take the police to court because they mistakenly arrested #Person2#. | police |
train_1085 | #Person1#: I'd like to take this opportunity to thank you for everything you did for me.
#Person2#: It's my pleasure. I enjoyed working with you.
#Person1#: I wouldn't be able to make it without your help.
#Person2#: Then keep up the good work. | #Person1# thanks #Person2# for #Person2#'s help. | gratitude |
train_1086 | #Person1#: I have been looking at this online catalog for over an hour and I still haven't finished getting all the kitchen appliances that we need!
#Person2#: What are you getting?
#Person1#: Well, the first thing on my list is a new blender. I decided to also get a juicer and a new coffee maker.
#Person2#: Don't forg... | #Person1# and #Person2# talk about the kitchen appliances they need--a blender, a juicer, a coffee maker, a mixer, a toaster, a rice cooker and steamer. #Person2# suggests completely refurnishing the kitchen. | refurnish the kitchen |
train_1087 | #Person1#: Hello sir, how can I help you?
#Person2#: Yes, I need this prescription please.
#Person1#: Let's see. Okay, so 50 mg of Prozac, would you prefer this in capsule or tablet?
#Person2#: Capsules are fine.
#Person1#: Okay, you should take 1 capsule 3 times a day. Be sure not to take it on an empty stomach, and a... | #Person1# gives #Person2# #Person2#'s prescription. #Person2# also wants some eye drops and some condoms but is told that darn condoms are registered in their system. | the pharmacy |
train_1088 | #Person1#: How was your shopping trip Martin?
#Person2#: Actually it was the most interesting day I'Ve had so far.
#Person1#: Oh really? Did you find any bargains?
#Person2#: I did! I found this lovely teapot. It was the best one I saw in the shops.
#Person1#: And how did you get around town?
#Person2#: I took a taxi. ... | Matin tells #Person1# about his interesting shopping trip. | shopping trip |
train_1089 | #Person1#: How long do you plan to stay here?
#Person2#: To speak frankly, it doesn't depend on me.
#Person1#: How so?
#Person2#: I really want to obtain a permanent job. I won't leave as long as I have opportunity to apply my knowledge and get on well with my superiors and colleagues.
#Person1#: What are your future p... | #Person2# wants to obtain a permanent job and move to a management position in the company. | work plan |
train_1090 | #Person1#: Hello, hi, Stephanie.
#Person2#: Hi, Tom. How are things going with you?
#Person1#: Great. I've signed an agreement with ABC Company. How are things in the office. Is everything OK?
#Person2#: Yes, when will you be back?
#Person1#: I'm on the way now. I will be back soon.
#Person2#: Umm. Can you pick up some... | Stephanie asks Tom to pick up some paper for the printer but Tom can't hear him clearly due to bad reception, so Stephanie will send a text message instead. | phone call |
train_1091 | #Person1#: Why is there never a bus when you want one?
#Person2#: Good question. There aren't enough buses on this route.
#Person1#: Sometimes I feel like writing a letter to the paper.
#Person2#: Good idea. You should say that we need more subway lines, too.
#Person1#: Yeah. There should be more public transportation ... | #Person1# and #Person2# complain about the lack of buses on the route. #Person1# wants to write a letter to the paper to complain about the traffic problem and #Person2# thinks it's a good idea. | complaint |
train_1092 | #Person1#: I see you are busy right now, Sue. As soon as you finish, I'd like to talk to you for a few minutes.
#Person2#: That's OK. Come on in.
#Person1#: Oh, no, I don't want to interrupt you. I can wait. I'll come back later.
#Person2#: I'm afraid it's going to be a long wait! I'm working on my history paper.
#Pers... | #Person1# wants to talk to Sue who is working on her history paper returned by her professor. Sue will deal with #Person1# first. | have a talk |
train_1093 | #Person1#: Do you know much about computers?
#Person2#: Not a great deal. Why?
#Person1#: I've been reading an article about computers. They are strange and are being used for almost everything.
#Person2#: Yes. But have you learned how to use one?
#Person1#: No. But I'm about to take a course on computers next term.
#P... | #Person1# doesn't know how to use a computer, but #Person1#'ll take a course on computers next term. #Person1# wants to learn the basics first, so #Person2# offers to teach #Person1# the ABCs. | computer |
train_1094 | #Person1#: We'll be here in London staying in a newspaper office or teaching in a classroom full of chalk dust.
#Person2#: Well, Tom, you'd be able to go out in the sunshine sometimes. You are a journalist. I am the one who has to stay in the classroom. Remember. | Tom says he and #Person2# will be working in London staying indoors. #Person2# points out that Tom'd be able to go out because he's a journalist while #Person2# is the one who has to teach in the classroom. | daily casual talk |
train_1095 | #Person1#: I may go grocery shopping later.
#Person2#: We need to get food?
#Person1#: I don't think we have any food.
#Person2#: What are you going to buy?
#Person1#: What food are we out of?
#Person2#: Go and look in the kitchen.
#Person1#: Could you look for me?
#Person2#: You should just get the basics.
#Pe... | #Person1# may go grocery shopping later and requests #Person2# to make a shopping list | go shopping |
train_1096 | #Person1#: Hi! Ben! Nice meeting you here!
#Person2#: Hi, Terry! Nice meeting you here.
#Person1#: What are you doing here? Fitness Consultant?
#Person2#: Subscribe to the magazine for my wife.
#Person1#: I see. I thought you had switched your hobby of stamp collection to fitness.
#Person2#: No, I love collecting ... | Terry comes to buy the newly issued stamps and meets Ben who is subscribing to a magazine for his wife. Terry invites Ben to his house to swap some stamps. | swap some stamps |
train_1097 | #Person1#: What would you like to order, sir?
#Person2#: I'd like to try some Chinese food.
#Person1#: We serve different styles of Chinese food here. But I'm not sure which one do you prefer.
#Person2#: I have no idea. Could you recommend some to me?
#Person1#: Well. Cantonese food is rather light, Beijing food is... | #Person1# introduces different styles of Chinese food and recommends Sichuan dishes since #Person2# would have hot food. #Person2# finally orders Roasted Crispy Chicken and Spicy Beef, the specialties of #Person1#'s restaurant. | order food |
train_1098 | #Person1#: Are you feeling better today, Bill?
#Person2#: Well, it's hard to say. I cough a lot in the evening.
#Person1#: You'd better give up smoking. It's bad for your health.
#Person2#: You're right, but you know, it's hard to give up an old habit.
#Person1#: But you should make up your mind first.
#Person2#: ... | #Person1# advises Bill to go to bed and get up early to work rather than smoke to keep himself awake. | give up smoking |
train_1099 | #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#... | #Person1# suggests #Person2# walk into town and do some window-shopping together to get some exercise in and get some errands run. At first, #Person2# is unwilling to go, but later #Person2# agrees since #Person1# promises not to go into any of the stores in the mall. | daily casual talk |
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